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Here are the happenings this weekend.

Hot Air Balloon over Marine

When: Friday September 27- Saturday September 28 from 1pm-11pm

Where: 301 N Duncan St, Marine

Come get linked by Golden Knot Co and visit all the other amazing vendors, and look at the beautiful Hot Air Balloons!

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Macrame Brunch

When: Saturday September 28 from 9:30-12pm

Where: Quinton’s Crafthouse, 126 W. Main Collinsville

Learn how to macramé a plant hanger while enjoying brunch themed bites, and sipping a mimosa inspired mocktail! Beginner friendly and open to those 16 years old and up. All supplies are provided.

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3rd Annual Troy Octoberfest

When: Saturday, September 28 at 11am-11pm

Where: Tri Township Park, 410 Wickliffe St. Troy

The Wurst Bavarian Band gets it started in the afternoon with Shotgun Creek headlining the night! Free bounce houses for the kids! Vendors, Bags tourney, keg toss, wiener dog races, stein hoisting, great beer and food await!

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Nature and Culture Hike

When: Saturday September 28 from 1-4pm

Where: Cahokia Mounds World Heritage Site, 30 Ramey Dr, Collinsville

This 3-hour hike introduces you to the natural environment of Cahokia Mounds and how it shaped the Mississippian culture.This event is FREE and open to the public. You DO NOT NEED TO RSVP Meet Julie Zimmermann in front of the Interpretive Center about 15 minutes before the start of hike.

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Paint Like Bob Ross!

When: Saturday September 28 from 1-5pm

Where: Quinton’s Crafthouse, 126 W. Main Collinsville

Let’s Paint with Lonnie is organizing a 12 x 16 painting class focusing on Bob Ross techniques. Lonnie Smith, a Certified Bob Ross Instructor (CRI©), will guide you in the style of Bob Ross to help you create stunning artworks.

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