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Learn More About Owls At MDC’s Two Live Webinars

Recreation February 12, 2026February 7, 2026 Staff 0 Comments

Owls are hooting in anticipation of nesting season, and the public is invited to tune into upcoming webinars to learn more. The MDC is hosting two webinars in February.

The scrabble board game.

Alton Methodist Church Hosting A Youth Valentine’s Day Game Night

Recreation January 29, 2026January 21, 2026 Amanda Thomas 0 Comments

The Alton Methodist Church is once again hosting a fun youth event. This time, it is a Valentine’s Day Game Night which will be on February 7, 2026.

250th Anniversary of the United States

Nation’s 250th Birthday Celebration Planning Underway

Recreation January 27, 2026January 23, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Alton, Mo. – July 4, 2026, marks the 250th birthday of the United States of America. Communities across the nation are planning what to do and when to make this a memorable occasion. Alton is doing the same. The chamber met and discussed a few items, encouraging members to come next month with more ideas […]

Quilts hanged up to be judged.

Create Your Own Nature Block Quilt For Free With MDC This Year

Recreation January 21, 2026January 15, 2026 Amanda Thomas 0 Comments

MDC is having nature-themed embroidery classes which will ultimately end in a quilt at the end of the year. Missourians across the state can participate virtually or in-person

Grand Canyon national park. Community

New Affordable Pricing For National Parks Now In Effect

Recreation January 8, 2026January 3, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

They offer great discounts to U.S. residents, digital passes, motorcycle deals, and free dates. Non-residents pay more.

A variety of artificial Christmas trees sitting on the floor.

Who Has Christmas Traditions That They Follow?

Recreation December 7, 2025January 5, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Most Americans do celebrate Christmas with gift-giving and decorations. Others leave Christ out of Christmas.

The Nutcracker Showings Begin Next Week

Recreation December 5, 2025December 2, 2025 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

The Children’s Ballet of the Ozarks is performing the classical Nutcracker. Young children perform this with adults.

Santa waving in a Christmas parade

Alton Christmas Parade Extra Activities: Caroling, Santa Contest, Etc.

Recreation December 4, 2025December 2, 2025 Amanda Thomas 0 Comments

The Alton, Missouri, Christmas parade is happening Saturday, December 6, 2025, in Alton. Along with the parade, there are several other activities going on.

A store is decorated for Christmas.

Echoes of the Past Village Will Be Open From December 10th-25th

Recreation December 3, 2025December 1, 2025 Amanda Thomas 0 Comments

Echoes of the Past Village in Thayer, Mo, is once again decorating their village with Christmas lights and opening the village for the public to enjoy.

Alton UMC float.

What To Know About The Local Parades Happening This Saturday

Recreation December 2, 2025December 1, 2025 Amanda Thomas 0 Comments

December 6, 2025, Alton and Thayer, Missouri, and Mammoth Spring, Arkansas’s, Christmas parades are being held.

A carriage all decorated for a Mr. and Mrs. Merry Christmas contestant at the Alton parade on December 4, 2021.

Alton’s Christmas Parade Is Set For December 6th!

Recreation November 17, 2025November 14, 2025 Amanda Thomas 0 Comments

Alton, Missouri’s, annual Christmas parade is set for December 6, 2025. The evening is filled with festive activities to help bring in Christmas.

Kids 17 and under participating in the inflatable costume race.

Alton Trunk-Or-Treat Brings Costumes, Laughter, And Fun

Recreation November 3, 2025November 3, 2025 Amanda Thomas 0 Comments

The Alton Chamber of Commerce’s Trunk-or-Treat happened on October 31, 2025. There were countless costumes, laughter all night, and fun for everyone.

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