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WSIU Almanac 10.8.25

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Kevin Boucher
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ON THIS DAY in 1971, John Lennon releases his megahit single "Imagine".

The Fright Stuff, is described an all-access documentary that takes you behind the scenes of the haunted attraction industry in the U.S. Its creators are a pair of SIU-Carbondale graduates. The Fright Stuff will be screened for free at the Varsity Center in Carbondale this Wednesday, October 8 at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6.

Oct. 14
Pumpkin Party
Illinois State Museum
Springfield | Sangamon County
The October Mini Explorers Series features three unique lessons about pumpkins. This interactive class for children and grown-ups encourages little explorers to learn about the wonders of Illinois. Recommended for children 18 months to 5 years old, but all ages are welcome. Contact the Museum for more information at 217-782-6623.

Oct 11, 11 am to 3 pm: Color My Town/Bounce House at East Davie Parking Lot, Anna, IL. Come paint a masterpiece Alone or with 100 friends/family. Receive a 4 foot by 4 foot square and all the supplies needed to paint your square. See Flyer!
Registration Fee of $10 for paint/brushes/square
Come Join the Party – Paint your square, Bring Lawn Chairs, Sway to the Music, Visit with Others, and Have FUN!
Any Questions, email vabchlee@gmail.com or call Lee’s cell 904-625-1109.

Youth firearm deer hunting season opens statewide Oct. 11-13. The season is open to youth under the age of 18. Youth hunters must have a current, valid apprentice or youth hunting license and have completed a state-approved hunter education course unless exempt. Learn more on the IDNR youth deer hunting website.

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Leah Lerner is a media writer, producer, and announcer at WSIU Public Broadcasting located at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Contact WSIU Radio at 618-453-6101 or email wsiunews@wsiu.org.
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WSIU Almanac | The Almanac is a weekday feature that provides an overview of events, happenings, and history of the world around us. Each episode provides a little "slice of life" about the day. Send information to us at wsiunews@wsiu.org or wsiuradio@wsiu.org.