ON THIS DAY in 1789: President Washington formally sent these 12 proposed amendments to the governors of the states for their ratification.
The 4th Annual Saluki Women’s Weekend is tomorrow and Saturday on the SIU Campus. Celebrate the powerful contributions of women across a wide range of fields—and the bold leadership shaping our future. Hosted by the SIU Foundation Women’s Leadership Council, this empowering weekend will honor Saluki women who are driving change in their fields and uplifting their communities.
The weekend kicks off with the WOMEN IN EMPOWERMENT CONFERENCE and will include a vendor fair & social networking on Friday. Then Saturday includes brunch & a Saluki tailgate. Learn more at www.siuf.org
Friday October 3rdconference. Location: SIU Student Center Ballrooms
7:30 – 8:15 a.m. Breakfast and networking
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saluki Market Vendor Fair
8:15 a.m. Empowerment Conference kickoff
9 – 10 a.m. Women Engineers Breaking Barriers Panel
10:15 – 11 a.m. Breakout Sessions
11:10 a.m. – 12:10 p.m. Changemakers in Work and Society Panel
12:10 – 2:30 p.m. Women in Philanthropy Luncheon and Awards
5 p.m. Saluki Women Networking Social (Becker Pavilion by Campus Lake)
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4
10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Women’s Leadership Council Mentorship Brunch (SIU Student Center)
3 – 5 p.m. Saluki Women Tailgate Experience (Saluki Row)
42nd Annual Bratwurst Dinner at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1501 Broeking Road in Marion, Sunday, October 12, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dine in or carryout. $l3 for adults, $7 for kids. There will be bulk sales, l lb. $8, 3 lbs. for $24, 5l bs. for,$35.Pre-order at ORLbrats@gmail.com
Carbondale Public Library invites you to a spooky crafternoon to create your own haunted house. All materials are provided. Best for ages 8 and up, while children under 10 must be with an adult. Sunday, October 5th from 2-4pm. www.carbondalepubliclibrary.org
John A. Logan College AutumnFest Arts & Crafts Show, an annual event for handcrafted arts, crafts, and specialty foods. Annual attendance is approximately 8,000. John A. Logan College, Carterville, IL
Saturday, November 8th, 2025 9AM – 4PM
Sunday, November 9th, 2025 10AM – 4PM
