Eileen Detra, Main Street Director, wants neighboring communities to know 2013 family events continue in place in Prophetstown, IL. Visitors are encouraged to attend the following.
Saturday, August 3, and Sunday, August 4, is the 8th Annual Pow-Wow at the Prophetstown State Park.
Host drum Beenah Un Dennah (Song of the Wind) will perform.
The head woman dancer is Rose Sanderson; Leonard Malatare will emcee. There will be lots of traders selling Native arts and crafts. A food vendor will sell fry bread and Indian tacos. A blanket and many other items will be raffled. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on and enjoy the fun. For more information contact Dan Eads at riverat2@yahoo.com or call 815-441-1048.
Saturday, August 10, is movie night for the whole family in Eclipse Memorial Park.
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a movie under the stars, starting at dusk. The Avengers will be show. With some popcorn, a chair, and the stars above, what more can you want! This film is presented by Prophetstown Main Street and IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union.
Saturday, September 7, brings Arts on the Square and a Scarecrow Contest at Eclipse Square.
The Arts on the Square is a day for the whole family. Artists and craftspeople from the surrounding area will show original work in the beautiful setting of Prophetstown’s Eclipse Square Park. The public will judge both events, and prizes for winners will be given.
“It’s our first year, so let’s make this a success and fun. Use your imagination and talents,” encouraged Detra. Categories for the scarecrows are Individual, Group, and Business. For more information call Main Street at 815-537-5139. Main Street and Hardware Hank will have entry forms and contest rules.
