6, Tie Dye Day at Children's Discovery Museum in Bloomington. $1 for each item you would like to tie-dye. (310)829-6222.

7 and 28, Highland Street Art Festival on the Historical Downtown Square in Highland. (618) 654-3721.

7, Farmers Market at the Westowne Mall parking lot in Carbondale. Area farmers, gardeners, and crafters sell their produce, plants, crafts, and homemade baked goods. Free admission. 8 a.m.-12 p.m. (618) 893-4281 or http://www.southernillinoisan.com/external/farmers_market/.

7, WIGPAC Annual Vineyard Tour in Nebo. Vineyard industry guest speakers speak about grape varieties in west central Illinois. Wine tasting, grape stomping, live entertainment, food, and more. (217) 285-4114.

7-8, Sandy Pine Elk Farm and Gift Store's Grand Opening in Deer Grove. This one-of-a-kind farm offers visitors an opportunity to see some of the largest elk in the country. Guests can take a wagon ride up to the elk habitat to view these magnificent creatures. Enjoy a seven-acre "corn maize," and other special activities. (815) 946-2108 or (815) 973-2032.

9-10, Southern Illinois Ethnic Festival in Carbondale. The second annual Ethnic Festival will be a two-day event including a parade on Saturday. Includes ethnic foods, music and performances, and artist and craft vendors. For children there will also be ethnic-related crafts. (618) 549-2146, info@carbondale.cham ber.com or www.carhondalechamber.com.

10-11, Cat Fancy Association Cat Show at the Carbondale Civic Center in Carbondale. Approximately 225 cats representing more than 25 breeds will be presented and judged during this six-ring show event. Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission-Adults $5; Seniors and Children under 12-$4; Children under 5 free. (800) 526-1500, (618) 625-6136 or rkman@mychoice.net.

10-14, St. Clair County Fair at the Belle-Clair Fairgrounds in Belleville, (618) 235-0666.

13, End of the Summer Bash at Chilren's Discovery Museum in Bloomington. A huge party. Scoop Dreams will be available with hot dogs, popsicles, and ice cream sandwiches for sale. (309) 829-6222.

13-15, Antique Tractor and Engine Show at the Crawford County Fairgrounds in Oblong. Tractor pull, farm toy show, and more. Admission $3. Parking is free. (618)592-4139.

13-15, Sesquicentennial (150 years) Celebration at Community Park in O'Fallon. Parade, carnival rides, laser light show (Saturday and Sunday nights), moonlight bike ramble, period artisans, model train display, antique cars, fire trucks, police and military vehicles, Civil War battle re-enactment, 5K run, 3 on 3 basketball tournament, and a chuckwagon pancake breakfast. (618) 624-4500 or www.ofallon.org.

14, Hooray For Homicide at the Collver Family Winery Murder Mystery dinner theater in Barry. $31.95 per person, includes dinner, show, and first glass of wine. (217) 335-3279.

19, Victorian Porch and Lawn Party at the Quincy Museum in Quincy. (217)224-7669.

20-22, K of C Barbecue on the K of C Grounds in Quincy. Famous BBQ sandwiches, games, carnival rides, and other activities. Free (217) 222-1000.

27-29, The 31st Annual Lincoln Art and Balloon Festival in Lincoln. Thursday night, come and enjoy the kickoff party with free food and entertainment. Watch the skies as hot air balloons fly over the city for a sneak preview. Friday night, the hot air balloon launch will begin at 6 p.m. While you are there, visit food concessions, a craft show a petting zoo, grandstand entertainment, a DJ, and a carnival. Saturday come back for more fun and entertainment, plus a balloon glow at dusk, and a fireworks display following. Sunday visit the flea market, a quilt show and more. www.lincolnillinois.com/balloonfest/.

27-29, Midwest Salute to the Masters Festival of Fine Art at Longacre Park in Fairview Heights. (618) 632-1102.

28, Sparta Bluesfest at the Sparta Fairgrounds in Sparta. (618) 443-2145.

28, Guided Farm Tours and 4-H Country Breakfast in Elizabeth. Explore farm country in scenic northwest Illinois by enjoying guided bus tours of dairy and beef farms, a horticulture operation, and a vineyard and winery. (815) 858-9100 or www.jdcf.org.

28-29, Art of Wine in downtown Lincoln. Sample wine from Illinois wineries for a fee. Relax and enjoy music under a tent and bid on your favorite "Who Let the Dogs Out?" dog art and much more. (217) 732-2929.

29, Sunset Concerts on the steps of the Shryock Auditorium in Carbondale. Grab your lawn chairs and enjoy music under the stars. The concert begins at 7 p.m. Admission is free. (618) 549-4222.

Illinois Country Living publishes event listings as space allows, giving preference to events of regional or statewide interest. Event listings are provided by the event sponsors and the Illinois Bureau of Tourism. The magazine assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of information submitted for publication and advises calling ahead to confirm dates and times. To be considered for inclusion, send listings and photographs (If sending photographs please include self-addressed stamped envelope) to Illinois Datebook, Illinois Country Living, PO Box 3787, Springfield, IL 62708-3787. The deadline for submission is 45 days prior to the publication date.

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