| January 2012 |
| Date | Event Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| 7 & 8 | Farm Toy Show 8th Annual IH Southern Illinois Chapter 32 Farm Toy Show. January 7th 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and January 8th 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Show consists of all brands of Farm Toys & Memorabilia. | Mariner's Village: (618) 594-7666 |
| 8 | Citizens For Carlyle Parks Chicken Dinner The Carlyle Park Volunteers are hosting a chicken dinner January 8th at Carlyle KC Hall from 10:30 a.m. till 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $7.00 in advance or $8.00 at the door. Kids under 5 free with paid adult. Proceeds to benefit the New Sports Complex. Tickets can be purchased at Carlyle City Hall between 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m or the City Park Shed between 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Dave Redeker: (618) 594-5205 |
| 15 | Knights of Columbus Charitable Breakfast The Knights of Columbus host a charitable breakfast just about every month at the KC Hall, located at 1471 Fairfax Street. The breakfasts last between 8:00 a.m. and noon, and support the charitable activities of the Knights of Columbus. | Ray Rainey/KC Hall: (618) 594-2730 |
| 21 | Carlyle Rotary Club Trivia Night to End Polio The Carlyle Rotary Club hosts the third annual Trivia Night to End Polio at the Carlyle KC Hall, located at 1471 Fairfax Street. Event begins at 7:00 p.m. Teams of up to ten persons are invited to form for the competition and to compete for cash prizes. Admission is $10 per person. Proceeds from the event are donated to Rotary International's "PolioPlus" efforts to eradicate polio. (Dates and Times being verified) | Bill Gruen: (618) 594-2468 |
| February 2012 |
| Date | Event Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| 11 & 12 | Gateway Garden Railroad Club Winter Meet The Gateway Garden Railroad Club is comprised of members who maintain outdoor, model train displays. Event is open to the public with admission. | Mariner's Village: (618) 594-7666 |
| 19 | Knights of Columbus Charitable Breakfast The Knights of Columbus host a charitable breakfast just about every month at the KC Hall, located at 1471 Fairfax Street. The breakfasts last between 8:00 a.m. and noon, and support the charitable activities of the Knights of Columbus. | Ray Rainey/KC Hall: (618) 594-2730 |
| 25 | Polar Plunge at Carlyle Lake This annual event brings hundreds of people to the Lake to watch people take extraordinary action to plunge into Carlyle Lake. Proceeds benefit Special Olympics. Registration from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and the plunge begins at noon. Visit the Special Olympics website for more information. | Peggy Knebel or Sandy Stover: (618) 654-6680 |
| March 2012 |
| Date | Event Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Citizens of Carlyle Park Trivia Night Time and place TBA | City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| 5 | Clinton County MS 5K Run/Walk To be held at the Clinton County Fairgrounds located at 1899 Methodist St. | Kris Lowe: (618) 660-5708 LuAlice Kampwerth: (618) 594-4677 |
| 3, 10, & 17 | City of Carlyle Baseball Rec League Sign-Ups Signups at Carlyle Park Shed from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. March 3, 10, & 17th. | City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| 18 | Knights of Columbus Charitable Breakfast The Knights of Columbus host a charitable breakfast just about every month at the KC Hall, located at 1471 Fairfax Street. The breakfasts last between 8:00 a.m. and noon, and support the charitable activities of the Knights of Columbus. | Ray Rainey/KC Hall: (618) 594-2730 |
| 27 | St. Joseph's Hospital Health Fair in Carlyle St. Joseph's Hospital sponsors the Health Fair in Carlyle semi-annually. St. Joseph's staff come to the KC Hall in Carlyle to provide convenient access to health screenings. For more information on schedule and costs, please contact Karyn at St. Joseph's Hospital. | Karyn Whitlatch: (618) 526-5439 |
| 31 | Boy Scouts Electronic Recycling Drive Bring your junked electronics to the City Pool between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. on the 31st for recycling and support the Boy Scouts! Click here for more information. |
City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| April 2012 |
| Date | Event Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| 2 - 6 | Final Leaf Vacuum of the Season The Street Department is planning to make their final pass of the season through Carlyle for leaf vacuuming April 2 through 6, 2012. Leaves should be piled within seven feet of a street edge or curb, but not on the curb or within ditches. Only people who reside on 12th or Franklin Streets are permitted to place their leaves in the alley for vacuuming. | City Hall: (618) 594-2468 |
| 6 | Citizens for Carlyle Parks Good Friday Fish Fry The Citizens for Carlyle Parks will be holding a Good Friday Fish Fry at the Carlyle Pinball Palace to benefit the Carlyle Sports Complex. Times TBA. | City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| 7 | Easter Egg Hunt at Fish Hatchery Park Children 12 and under are invited to attend this free event. Registration and events will start at 11 a.m. Lunch is served at noon, and an egg hunt will begin at 1 p.m. |
City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| 18 - 21 | City Wide Clean Up The City's Street Department organizes a semi-annual cleanup for Carlyle residents. Carlyle residents are able to discard their large junk and trash items that aren't normally picked up during weekly garbage routes. | City Hall: (618) 594-2468 |
| 20 & 21 | Spring City Wide Garage Sale Carlyle's City Wide Garage Sale is an extremely popular event, brining many people to town. Come to Carlyle to search out surprising items and hard-to-find treasures. | City Hall: (618) 594-2468 |
| 21 | Community Link's Annual Buddy Walk One-mile fun walk from Carlyle Lake Dam West Recreation Area Pavilion #2 on accessible path on top of main dam and back to pavilion for picnic lunch. Proceeds benefit Community Link and the National Down Syndrome Society Click here for details. | Marla Hilmes:(618) 526-3903 MarlaH@commlink.org |
| 26 | Kelly Miller Circus Show Times at 4:30 and 7:00 p.m. Advanced tickets will be available at Carlyle IGA and First National Bank. Advanced Tickets: Children - $6.00 Adults - $10.00 At The Door Tickets: Children - $7.00 Adults - $15.00 |
Kris Lowe: (618) 660-5708 LuAlice Kampwerth: (618) 594-4677 |
| May 2012 |
| Date | Event Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| 4 & 5 | IHSA State Bass Fishing Finals The Carlyle of Carlyle hosts the annual State Bass Fishing Finals at Carlyle Lake. High school fishing teams from around the State descend on Carlyle Lake to fish for largemouth bass. Professional-style weigh-ins typically start at 3:00 p.m., and the City hosts a public event to coincide. Admission is free. For more information, visit the IHSA website here. | Kurt Gibson, IHSA: (309) 663-6377 Bill Gruen, City of Carlyle: (618) 594-2468 |
| TBD | "Bass Celebration" Visit Carlyle for the IHSA "Bass Celebration." Food and fishing tackle vendors, boat and truck displays, BBQ competition, and more! |
Bill Gruen, City of Carlyle (618) 594-2468 |
| TBD | "Bass Celebration" Youth Fishing Derby Youth 12 and under, accompanied by an adult, are invited to participate in the Youth Fishing Derby at the Fish Hatchery Park. |
Bill Gruen, City of Carlyle (618) 594-2468 |
| 12 | City of Carlyle Sign-Ups City of Carlyle sign-ups for Soccer, Swim Team, Swimming Lessons, Pool Passes, and summer camps at the Carlyle City Park from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| 12 | Opening Day for Softball & Baseball Leagues | City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| 13 | Knights of Columbus Charitable Breakfast The Knights of Columbus host a charitable breakfast just about every month at the KC Hall, located at 1471 Fairfax Street. The breakfasts last between 8:00 a.m. and noon, and support the charitable activities of the Knights of Columbus. | Ray Rainey/KC Hall: (618) 594-2730 |
| TBD | 3D Racing Gateway Triathlon 3D Racing organizes the Gateway Triathlon, which will be hosted for its third year at Carlyle Lake. This professionally organized race event draws athletes from multiple states to compete. Carlyle hotels are located within just a few minutes of the event launch site! Click here to visit the 3D Racing site for more information. | 3D Racing: (231) 546-2229 |
| 26 | Opening Day at City Pool Cool off at the City Pool! Swimming season begins! |
City Pool: (618) 594-5209 |
| TBD | Carlyle Sailing Association Leukemia Cup Regatta CSA organizes the annual Leukemia Cup Regatta which raises money to help fight leukemia. Please visit the CSA website here for more information and to confirm dates and times. | csa-sailing.org |
| 28 | Memorial Day Weekend Three-day weekends at Carlyle Lake are great! Enjoy that extra day fishing, boating, biking, and more. Contact Carlyle hotels for overnight accommodations. | City Hall: (618) 594-2468 |
| June 2012 |
| Date | Event Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| June - August | Library Reading Programs - June - August The Case Halstead Library will be holding Reading Programs from June through August. For more details please visit the Case Halstead Library website here. |
Case Halstead Library: (618) 594-5210 |
| 21 | Carlyle Courthouse Square Farmers' Market The Farmers' Market will return for its fourth year in 2012, starting on June 21! The Market is an extremely popular, weekly event where people can purchase locally grown/made fruits, vegetables, and other items. Begins every Thursday at 4:00 p.m. and closes at 7:00 p.m. Located on the east side of the Clinton County Courthouse, 8th Street, between Franklin & Fairfax. Visit the Farmers' Market webpage here. | City Hall: (618) 594-2468 |
| TBD | Cub Scouts Youth Fishing Derby The local Cub Scout troop is organizing several activities for Saturday, June 18, including a youth fishing derby. Starts at 1:00 p.m., located at Camp Joy. Event to include flag football and hiking activities, as well. |
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| 16 | Movies in the Park Movies in the Park return in 2012 with another great schedule. All movies begin at dusk and concessions will be available. It'll be great, you've got to be there! AND IT'S FREE! |
City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| TBD | Carlyle Park & Rec. Night at Busch Stadium Support your City Parks and enjoy a great night at Busch Stadium! Tickets can be purchased upon availability at the City Hall or by calling the City Park. Game time starts at 7:10 p.m. This year, the Cardinals will face the Philadelphia Phillies. |
City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| 18 - 22 | Parks Camp - Arts & Crafts/Scrapbooking This week, the children will make different arts and craft items along with learning how to make a scrapbook. For more details click here. |
City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| 25 - 29 | Parks Camp - All Around the World/Red, White & Blue Camp This week, children will learn about four different countries, including the United States. For more details click here. |
City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| 30 | July 4th Fireworks The July 4th Fireworks will be held on Saturday, June 30 this year. Bring your blanket, lawn chair, or boat cause we shoot 'em over the Lake near Dam West. Top of the Dam is a great spot. Ten out of ten scientists agree -- fireworks are better over water. |
City Hall: (618) 594-2468 Army Corps: (618) 594-2484 |
| July 2012 |
| Date | Event Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Thursdays | Carlyle Courthouse Square Farmers' Market The Farmers' Market will return for its fourth year in 2012! The Market is an extremely popular, weekly event where people can purchase locally grown/made fruits, vegetables, and other items. Begins every Thursday at 4:00 p.m. and closes at 7:00 p.m. Located on the east side of the Clinton County Courthouse, 8th Street, between Franklin & Fairfax. Visit the Farmers' Market webpage here. | City Hall: (618) 594-2468 |
| 14 | Great Kaskaskia River Duck Race Visit Carlyle and the Kaskaskia River to watch truckloads of rubber ducks being dumped from Lake Dam to the River below. The fastest duck wins great prizes for its sponsor. All proceeds benefit the Healthcare Foundation. More details on start of race TBA. | City Hall: (618) 594-2468 |
| 9 - 13 | Parks Camp - Baseball Camp Conducted by the Carlyle Rec. Dept. Campers will be taught fundamentals of hitting, fielding, pitching, base running, and throwing. There will also be a live games to practice game situations. For more details click here. |
City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| 9 - 13 | Parks Camp - Cheerleading Camp Conducted by several former and current Carlyle cheerleaders. The campers will get to learn many cheers and dances. A presentation will follow on Friday. For more details click here. |
City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| 14 | Carlyle Rotary Youth Fishing Derby Prior to the Duck Race, the Carlyle Rotary Club hosts a youth fishing derby from the west bank of the Kaskaskia River, located in the Lake Spillway. Youth aged 12 and under are invited to participate in this free event. Every participant receives a prize. Participants must be accompanied by an parent or adult guardian. More details on start of Derby TBA. | Bill Gruen: (618) 594-2468 |
| 14 | Movies in the Park The second night of Movies in the Park. All movies begin at dusk and concessions will be available. Admission goes for the low, low price of FREE! |
City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| 15 | Knights of Columbus Charitable Breakfast The Knights of Columbus host a charitable breakfast just about every month at the KC Hall, located at 1471 Fairfax Street. The breakfasts last between 8:00 a.m. and noon, and support the charitable activities of the Knights of Columbus. | Ray Rainey/KC Hall: (618) 594-2730 |
| 15 - 21 | Clinton County Fair A tradition since 1951, the County Fair strives to be an event for all ages, highlighting agricultural products, livestock, carnival rides, games, tractor pulls, and food. Visit the Clinton County Fair on the internet by clicking here. | Kris Lowe: (618) 660-5708 LuAlice Kampwerth: (618) 594-4677 |
| 16 | Clinton County Fair Parade Another Fair tradition is the County Fair Parade held every Monday in Carlyle, the week of the Fair. The Fair is a great event to enjoy a summer evening of family fun, watching the decorative and creative floats constructed by Clinton County organizations and clubs. | (618) 594-4169 |
| 16 - 20 | Parks Camp - Hawaiian Tropic/Indoor & Outdoor Games Camp Children will make different crafts and will play different water games. They will also participate in a combination of indoor/outdoor games. For more details click here. |
City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| 23 - 27 | Parks Camp - Nature Camp Children will learn about different aspects of nature, centering around bugs, birds, types of weather, and trees. For more details click here. |
City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| 31 | Start of Adult Coed Softball Season | City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| August 2012 |
| Date | Event Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Thursdays | Carlyle Courthouse Square Farmers' Market The Farmers' Market will return for its fourth year in 2012! The Market is an extremely popular, weekly event where people can purchase locally grown/made fruits, vegetables, and other items. Begins every Thursday at 4:00 p.m. and closes at 7:00 p.m. Located on the east side of the Clinton County Courthouse, 8th Street, between Franklin & Fairfax. Visit the Farmers' Market webpage here. | City Hall: (618) 594-2468 |
| 11 | Movies in the Park The third night of Movies in the Park. All movies begin at dusk and concessions will be available. Admission goes for the low, low price of FREE! |
City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| 12 | Cruisin' the Dam Cruisin' the Dam is a car show held annually on the grounds of the conference center at the Mariner's Village Hotel in Carlyle. Free to attend, the show provides food, entertainment, and tons of vintage, custom, and performance cars and trucks. Start time TBA. | Carl Huels: (618) 765-2199 |
| 19 | Knights of Columbus Charitable Breakfast The Knights of Columbus host a charitable breakfast just about every month at the KC Hall, located at 1471 Fairfax Street. The breakfasts last between 8:00 a.m. and noon, and support the charitable activities of the Knights of Columbus. | Ray Rainey/KC Hall: (618) 594-2730 |
| 25 - 26 | Harvest Thyme Festival
Visit the Carlyle City Park for a fun weekend of crafts, kids' activities, inflatables, and food. More information on activities and start times TBA. |
Jamie Kohrmann: (618) 594-8551 |
| September 2012 |
| Date | Event Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Thursdays | Carlyle Courthouse Square Farmers' Market The Farmers' Market will return for its fourth year in 2012! The Market is an extremely popular, weekly event where people can purchase locally grown/made fruits, vegetables, and other items. Begins every Thursday at 4:00 p.m. and closes at 7:00 p.m. Located on the east side of the Clinton County Courthouse, 8th Street, between Franklin & Fairfax. Visit the Farmers' Market webpage here. | City Hall: (618) 594-2468 |
| 1 | Labor Day Weekend Three-day weekends at Carlyle Lake are great! Enjoy that extra day fishing, boating, biking, and more. Contact Carlyle hotels for overnight accommodations. | City Hall: (618) 594-2468 |
| 3 | Last Day of Swimming at City Pool | City Pool: (618) 594-5209 |
| 8 | Opening Day for Soccer | City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| TBD | Carlyle Street Fair
The Courthouse Square shuts down every time this year for the annual celebration
we call the Street Fair. Food, games, entertainment, carnival rides,
music, beer wagons, and shopping all come out for the annual Fair. Friday Events TBD!! Saturday Events TBD!! |
City Hall: (618) 594-2468 |
| TBD | Carlyle Sailing Association Whale of a Sail Check back for more information and a confirmation of date for this event. | csa-sailing.org |
| 21 - 22 | Fall City Wide Garage Sale Carlyle's City Wide Garage Sale is an extremely popular event, brining many people to town. Come to Carlyle to search out surprising items and hard-to-find treasures. For more information, see our News page. | City Hall: (618) 594-2468 |
| 22 | Movies in the Park The fourth night of Movies in the Park 2012. All movies begin at dusk and concessions will be available. Admission goes for the low, low price of FREE! |
City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| 22 & 29 | City of Carlyle Basketball Sign-Ups Sign-Ups for the Carlyle Youth basketball league will be held at the Carlyle City Park Shed from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. September 22 & 29. |
City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| 16 | Knights of Columbus Charitable Breakfast The Knights of Columbus host a charitable breakfast just about every month at the KC Hall, located at 1471 Fairfax Street. The breakfasts last between 8:00 a.m. and noon, and support the charitable activities of the Knights of Columbus. | Ray Rainey/KC Hall: (618) 594-2730 |
| October 2012 |
| Date | Event Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Carlyle Courthouse Square Farmers' Market The Farmers' Market Final Thursday for its fourth year in 2012! The Market is an extremely popular, weekly event where people can purchase locally grown/made fruits, vegetables, and other items. Begins every Thursday at 4:00 p.m. and closes at 7:00 p.m. Located on the east side of the Clinton County Courthouse, 8th Street, between Franklin & Fairfax. Visit the Farmers' Market webpage here. | City Hall: (618) 594-2468 |
| 6 | Citizens of Carlyle Parks Golf Tournament The Citizens of Carlyle Parks will be holding a Golf Tournament to benefit the Carlyle Sports Complex. Tournament to be held at Governor's Run. More information TBA. |
City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| TBD | City-Wide Auction For a second year, the City of Carlyle will work with Wintermann Auction Service to hold the City-Wide Auction. The Auction is a great place to make some money off the sale of unwanted items and to support Christmas in Carlyle Activities. The Auction is held at Wintermann Auction Service at 1451 County Farm Road in Carlyle. Check back for more information on schedule and instructions. | Steve Wintermann at (618) 594-4293 City Hall at (618) 594-2468 |
| TBD | Knights of Columbus Charitable Breakfast The Knights of Columbus host a charitable breakfast just about every month at the KC Hall, located at 1471 Fairfax Street. The breakfasts last between 8:00 a.m. and noon, and support the charitable activities of the Knights of Columbus. | Ray Rainey/KC Hall: (618) 594-2730 |
| 19 - 20 | Haunted Trail The Haunted Trail is a delightfully spooky place to visit during the Halloween season! Brave souls embark from the Carlyle McDonald's on a hay ride to the Little Prairie Nature Trail, located on U.S. Army Corps grounds near the Lake Spillway, where your hike on the Trail will begin. Proceeds from the Trail support the July 4th fireworks every year. Check back for more information on details, including start times. | City Hall: (618) 594-2468 |
| 20 | Pumpkin Patch Hosted by the Carlyle Parks Department, the Pumpkin Patch provides Halloween-themed games, crafts, and snacks for kids. Held at the Fish Hatchery Park, located on Franklin Street ("Old" U.S. 50) at its intersection with Sand Ridge Road. Begins at 9:00 am, concludes at 1:00 pm. $10 admission per child. | City Hall: (618) 594-2468 |
| 27 | Opening Day for Basketball | City Park: (618) 594-5205 |
| November 2012 |
| Date | Event Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| TBD | Eldon Hazlet Youth Pheasant Hunt Call Eldon Hazlet State Park for more information. | Gary Tathum: (618) 594-3015 |
| TBD | Knights of Columbus Charitable Breakfast The Knights of Columbus host a charitable breakfast just about every month at the KC Hall, located at 1471 Fairfax Street. The breakfasts last between 8:00 a.m. and noon, and support the charitable activities of the Knights of Columbus. | Ray Rainey/KC Hall: (618) 594-2730 |
| TBD | Thanksgiving Carlyle is home to two comfortable, affordable hotels to facilitate your visit with family or friends in Carlyle. | |
| 23 | Christmas Lights in the Park Get into the spirit of the season as you view the thousands of Christmas lights strung throughout the City Park. |
City Hall at 618-594-2468 |
| 30 | Christmas in Carlyle Parade & Fireworks The Christmas Season in Carlyle kicks off with a parade and fireworks, typically scheduled for the first Friday in December. |
Flowers by Tess at 618-594-3666, or the City Hall at 618-594-2468 |
| December 2012 |
| Date | Event Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| TBD | Christmas in Carlyle Events Christmas events in Carlyle include scheduled visits from Santa Claus, The Dickens Carolers performance at Messiah Lutheran Fellowship Hall, the Christmas Cantata, house tours, wagon rides, and more. For more information on past Christmas in Carlyle schedules, click here. | |
| 29 | Holiday Season Carlyle offers two hotels for those visiting. Stay for the Holidays and visit Carlyle restaurants and shops! |