ON THIS DAY in 1945 The United Nations Charter is signed by 50 nations in San Francisco.
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June 28, Saturday, at 6 pm and June 29, Sunday, at 2 pm: The musical Destination America. The music of America tells its story... from Nashville to Seattle, New York to L.A., and everywhere in between, the heart of America is beating in its music! Whether you're a fan of Rock and Roll or Country, Broadway or Motown... you'll find it all right here! Everyone is invited! It is FREE!
Carbondale Public Library will host family movie night on Wednesday, July 9th. The movie “Dog Man” will be showing and starts at 6pm. Be make sure to arrive a few minutes early to grab your spot and some fresh popcorn.
The SIU Black Resource Center presents: Who’s Who of SIU and Southern Illinois-Past Present & Future. Tuesday, July 1st at 5pm at Old Main Lounge in the SIU Student Center. The presentation is part of the Freedom to Freedom celebration series.
Shawnee Community announces Summer 2025 Saints Kids Camps, offering diverse, engaging, and educational activities for youth across southern Illinois. These programs cater to children and teenagers and are designed to inspire creativity, promote physical activity, and introduce new skills. Twenty-seven camps will be offered in June and July, including old favorites like basketball, drama, Esports, and painting camps. New programs this year include trade occupations camp, amigurumi crochet, and disc golf. See all the options and sign up today by visiting our website. https://shawneecc.edu/community-education/saints-kids/registration/