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PAST EVENTS
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| Nov 7, 2007 | Wed | 7:00 PM | | Popeye Picnic Trustee Meeting | | A gathering of Trustees and Officers will be held at Chester City Hall, beginning at 7pm. |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 11:00 PM | | More Events Will Be Updated Soon | | |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 8:00 PM | | Fireworks (Picnic Grounds) | | A stunning display of pyro-technics is the traditional signal marking the close of our festival. Following the fireworks the raffle winners in our Cash Giveaway will be announced at our Central Stand. We hope you will be able to join us in our 28th year and enjoy this nearly FREE Picnic geared for all ages! |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 6:30 PM | | "Search For Stars" Adult Talent Show (VFW Hall) | | The best, adult area talent is showcased in this popular singing competition. For an evening of excellent vocal entertainment, be sure to keep this event in mind. The awards will be presented after an estimated 90 minute show. |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 5:30 PM | | Chester Muny Band (Gazebo) | | Our talented Municipal Band, under the direction of Mr. Steve Colonel, will delight all guests in attendance. Their mix of song styles has always been a highlight of the evening! The concert lasts approximately one hour. Help the band celebrate their 70th year of musical magic!!! |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 3:00 PM | | Heartland Championship Wrestling (St. Mary's Bowl) | | CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER!!! LOOK FOR THEM TO APPEAR AT NEXT YEAR"S FESTIVAL!!! Several title matches are on the line as BIG name combatants converge for the "Collision In Chester"!!! Prepare yourself for two and a half hours of extreme entertainment. An updated card for the event will be available very soon! |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 2:00 PM | | Sacred Concert (St. Mary's Church) | | Set aside this special time to join in worship with our gifted musicians. The hour of music will lift your spirits! |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 2:00 PM | | Magic Storyteller | | Our favorite magician will be roaming the grounds throughout the day, performing feats that will astound and mystify. Several shows will be posted for formal productions that are not to be missed!
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 1:00 PM | | Inflatable Amusements (Light St.) | | A new Inflatable provider is being sponsored by the 1st Baptist Church, and will provide a large obstacle course, Pirate Ship slide, Space-Age Air-Bots wrestling arena, Buzz LightYear bounce house and youth castle maze until 6 pm. This event is free to the public through the generosity of our sponsor! Please thank them when you visit. |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 1:00 PM | | LIVE Music: One Man Band (Knights of Columbus Tent) | | Enjoy this popular performer as you visit any of the great food vendors we have supplying this year's fairgrounds. He will be performing until 4 pm. |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 1:00 PM | | Remote Control Model Plane Show (Breezy Hill - Cohen Complex) | | Keep your eyes to the skies as regional pilots display their high-flying skills in this two day event. The aircraft displays and performances end at 4 pm. |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 1:00 PM | | Alien Lazer Tag Arena (beside McBrien's Magic Shop) | | In keeping with our theme, a deluxe Lazer Tag Arena will be set up to help "train" citizens in case of another attack. This event features the same quality vests and ray-guns found in the big city, complete with game fog and ultimate scoring. Flexline Automation and the Rinne family have made it all possible, so be sure to thank them every chance you get!!! Each game session will cost only $2.00 for 5 minutes of extreme lazer challenge. |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 1:00 PM | | "Search For Stars" Children's Talent Show ( VFW Hall) | | The best, young area talent is showcased in this popular singing competition. For an evening of excellent vocal entertainment, be sure to keep this event in mind. The awards will be presented after an estimated 60 minute show. |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 1:00 PM | | Mississippi Valley Art Guild | | Our talented local artists will be giving live demonstrations throughout the day in various locations. Stop by and see a work of art in progress. |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 12:30 PM | | Randolph County Humane Society Pet Show (Gazebo) | | Strut your pet's stuff as man's best friends parade before our judges in our first Pet Show. The competition will end before 2:30 pm. Stay tuned for more information as details are finalized. |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 12:00 PM | | Rich Tinsley's Amusement Rides(across from Dairy Queen) | | The Picnic concludes with the Carnival rides at their new location. We have signed on with Tinsley's Amusements to provide 15 clean, exciting rides to satisfy everyone's expectations and budget. The all-mechanical carnival will offer rides for $1, $2, and $3 each. Don Welge of the Gilster Mary-Lee Corp. has offered us our new location, the parking lots behind Chester National Bank. This will provide easy, level access to the rides so that all family members may join in the fun. Benches will be provided for weary parents/grandparents to rest while the young-at-heart have the time of their lives. This will be the BEST carnival Randolph County has ever seen!!! Don't miss out on all of the fun! The carnival will end at approximately 8:30 p.m. |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 12:00 PM | | Sweet Haven Sand Sculptering (Swanwick St.) | | Champion sand scupturer, Brian Turnbough, has joined this year's event staff, and will be finishing his display today. Stop by often to watch this amazing world class artist sculpt his creation... one specially designed for our festival. Brian's group has set a total of 6 world records, the latest of which was a sandcastle standing over 24 feet tall!!! |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 12:00 PM | | Cole Oyl's Family Fair (Swanwick St.) | | Named for Olive Oyl's father, Cole, our family fairground features activities for our guest's enjoyment. Our reproduction of Sweet Haven will charm visitors of all ages. Popeye, Olive, Wimpy and Brutus make several appearances throughout the area. Strolling magicians, balloon artists, clowns and more entertain at every turn until 7 pm. |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 12:00 PM | | Miller's Petting Zoo (Swanwick St.) | | The BEST Petting Zoo in Illinois makes its fourth appearance at our Picnic! Featuring new babies today's free event offers hands-on contact for all ages until 7 pm. All of the animals are state inspected and very clean, but handwash stations are positioned conveniently for guests use. The look on a child's face as they encounter these babies is priceless!!! |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 12:00 PM | | Popeye's Pony Carousel (Behind Gazebo) | | A horse is a horse,of course ..... unless it's an adorable pony! Young children delight in the chance to ride these well-groomed animals provided by the popular Miller's Petting Zoo. They have expanded their services to include a new pony carousel. The cost per ride is $4.00. |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 12:00 PM | | U.S. Air Force Exhibits (Swanwick St.) | | This popular event, sponsored by the U.S.Air Force, features video gaming and exciting exhibits. This is a FREE not-to-be-missed event!!!!! |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 12:00 PM | | Mike's Balloon Creations (Swanwick St.) | | The popular balloon artist, Mike Geerloff, entertains non-stop throughout the fairgrounds. He can twist many different balloon sculptures, and presents them free to spectators. Mike will appear until 7 pm. |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 12:00 PM | | RoughHouse's Food Court | | Our favorite food vendors and various concession stands open at the fairgrounds today at noon and remain open until about 8pm. Don't miss the great food selection offered this year! We have an international mix of savory selections you will not want to miss! |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 12:00 PM | | Jesse James' Monster Truck "Cadaver" (near Food Court) NEW | | Ghosts and Space Aliens will not be the only monsters to be showcased at this year's festival. The latest addition to Jesse James' Monster truck collection will be featured all three days during the Popeye Picnic. "Cadaver" is a '32 Cadillac beast on wheels built by Rich Inman and Tom Herzog of "Concussion Engineering" in Ellis Grove, IL. Rich and Tom can build just about anything, specializing in welding and machining, and Jesse James of "West Coast Chopper" and "Monster Garage" fame recognized their talents and tapped them to create this automotive work of art. Cadaver was unveiled at Sturgis, received Jesse James' overwhelming approval, and will begin a countrywide tour very soon. There are current negotiations being hammered out to release a toy version of this truck for fans to own. From Friday through Sunday, Rich and Tom will be available to discuss their creation, grant special seating in Cadaver for photo opportunities arranged by the Popeye Picnic Committee (visit the Central Stand in RoughHouses' Food Court for details)and they may even be able to help visitors that are having problems with their 4-wheelers, tractors or other equipment. Do not miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to see both the creation and its' creators at our Popeye Picnic. They will be located near RoughHouse's Food Court during the entire festival. |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 11:00 AM | | Smorgasbord (Knights of Columbus Hall) | | Don't miss this popular food venue! It's guaranteed to please! |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 11:00 AM | | Bluto's Video Game Championship (Chester Skateland)NEW | | Test your skills against area gamers. HALO 2 is the game of preference, and competition will consist of 2 to 4 man teams (depending on turnout). There is a 2-loss elimination...... 2 or 4 teams go head to head!!! Teams will be drawn before the tournament begins. There is a $15.00 entry fee with a 50% payout to the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place winners. The game is rated "mature" so you must be 18 years or older, or have a parent or guardian sign the release forms provided at Chester Skateland on the day of the tournament. Sign up will begin at 11am and continue until 1pm. Tournament play will begin at 1:30. |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 10:00 AM | | Olive Oyl's Cafe & Crafts (St. John Parish Hall) | | Enjoy the air-conditioned hall as you wander among the talented artists displaying their handiwork. Reasonably priced crafts are perfect for early holiday shopping. Folks can stop by for great food (especially their famous Taco Salad and homemade pies) until 4pm. |
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| Sep 9, 2007 | Sun | 9:00 AM | | Popeye Museum (Spinach Can Collectibles) | | The home of the Official Popeye Fanclub is also the site of a vast collection of Popeye related memorabilia. The museum's gift store has the latest products and an assortment of rare items available for purchase, and is open until 6 pm today. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 10:00 PM | | Popeye Films In Gazebo Park | | Enjoy vintage cartoons in the beautiful outdoor setting at our Gazebo Park. The movie shorts will be projected on a large screen for all to see. Bring a blanket and help us celebrate with Popeye and his friends! |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 8:00 PM | | Live Band: Trainwreck (VFW Lot) | | The hot band, "Trainwreck", will entertain our guests until midnight! Enjoy a FREE concert of new and old hits. This band is sure to please! |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 8:00 PM | | Deadline for Saturday Raffle Prize Pickup | | Be sure to check in at the Central Stand by 8 p.m. to see if you've won a prize in our 2nd Olive Oyl's Prize Paradise. This year we have thousands of dollars in prizes to be won. Buy a ticket and it's good for all three days (or until it is drawn as a winner). Also check out the listing of our generous donor's and be sure to thank them for their participation. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 7:30 PM | | Teen Dance: AOTA and Krystal Klear (Thimble Theatre Alley) | | The official band of the Popeye Picnic, AOTA (All Of The Above) will perform a LIVE dance-mix set. This FREE concert is open to all ages and is held under the covered driveway adjacent to 1019 State St. Featuring pop and rock hits, this group will get you moving! Join Michael, Jennifer and Christine McClure, Amber and Alex Young, Dustin Mueller and Ryan Martin as they perform current and classic hits! After the band is finished, Krystal Klear will continue the night of music until 11 pm.
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 7:00 PM | | Sea Hag's History & Mystery Tour (Starts at Gazebo) | | This year's expanded ghost tour will include entry to two of Chester's most haunted places!!! A beverage (soda or beer)is included in the tour price, and three excursions are being booked, at 7pm, 9pm, and 11pm. Tour duration is approximately 90 minutes, and includes a video-enhanced bus tour, along with two frightening presentations by the late Dr. Aszmann. Reservations are absolutely necessary (all tours sold out quickly last year) and can be made at Spinach Can Collectibles (618-826-4567)at $13.00 per person. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 4:00 PM | | Live Band : KRUMPT ( KC Pavilion) | | Enjoy their sound as you visit any of the great food vendors we have supplying this year's fairgrounds.This young band will be performing until 8 pm. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 3:00 PM | | Cartooning With The Pros (Chester Public Library) | | Join comic book artists and news magazine cartoonists for an hour of fun and instruction in the fine art of drawing. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 3:00 PM | | Popeye's Jr. Fireman's Muster (St. Mary's Bowl) | | The Chester Fire Department hosts the finals of their fun-tastic competition. Representatives from all three grade schools were chosen to participate in the various challenges ...... bragging rights are on the line!!! This event should end near 5 pm. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 2:30 PM | | PREGO's Poi-fek Prego Pasta Party & Olive Look-A-Like Contest (inquire at Central Stand for unclaimed reservations) | | Show off your inner Olive Oyl by dressing like everyone’s favorite button nosed lady and attending the Poi-fek Prego® Pasta Party.
Taking place right after the official unveiling of the Olive Oyl, Sweet Pea, and Jeep statue, the lunch will feature:
· The debut of Olive’s latest small screen venture as Prego’s spokesperson – which is also the first new piece of Olive Oyl cartooning completed in decades.
· An Olive Oyl Look-a-Like competition – the best dressed Olive to win local bragging rights, fabulous prizes and possibly national media recognition!
· A delicious menu of Prego chicken parmesan, spaghetti, spinach salad, garlic bread, roasted vegetables, brownies and fruit.
Even better, the entire event is FREE! Guarantee that one member of your party will be dressed as Olive Oyl and you can join us at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, September 8, 2007 at the Knights of Columbus Chester, Il.
Space is limited, so please pre-register with Michael McClure (618-826-2914) to reserve your ticket. You MUST have a pre-registered, numbered ticket to gain entry to this event.
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 2:00 PM | | Inflatable Amusements (Light St.) | | A new Inflatable provider is being sponsored by the 1st Baptist Church, and will provide a large obstacle course, pirate ship slide, Space-Age Air-Bots wrestling arena, Buzz Lightyear bounce house and youth castle maze until 8 pm. This event is free to the public through the generosity of our sponsor! Please thank them when you visit. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 2:00 PM | | Sweet Haven Sand Sculptering (Swanwick St.) | | Champion sand scupturer, Brian Turnbough, has joined this year's event staff, and will be working his display until 8 pm. Stop by often to watch this amazing world class artist sculpt his creation... one specially designed for our festival. Brian's group has set a total of 6 world records, the latest of which was a sandcastle standing over 24 feet tall!!! |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 2:00 PM | | Alien Lazer Tag Arena (beside McBrien's Magic Shop) | | In keeping with our theme, a deluxe Lazer Tag Arena will be set up to help "train" citizens in case of another attack. This event features the same quality vests and ray-guns found in the big city, complete with game fog and ultimate scoring. Flexline Automation and the Rinne family have made it all possible, so be sure to thank them every chance you get!!! Each game session will cost only $2.00 for 5 minutes of extreme lazer challenge. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 2:00 PM | | Bernard's Buddies: Illinois' Birds of Prey (Gazebo) | | The Sea Hag's favorite vulture returns with his local feathered friends. Living examples of many of the raptors will be on hand for close-up inspection. The informative program will last about 60 minutes, and the next hour will offer time to view these magnificent commanders of the air! |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 2:00 PM | | Washer Tournament (VFW) | | The VFW will host the annual Washer Pitching Tournament in their hall. Contestants pair up for competition at 2 p.m. today. Contact Roy Brockmeyer at 618-826-4450 for registration information. Deadline to join in on the fun is September 5th!!! |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 2:00 PM | | Magic Storyteller | | Our favorite magician will be roaming the grounds throughout the day, performing feats that will astound and mystify. Several shows will be posted for formal productions that are not to be missed!
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 2:00 PM | | Jesse James' Monster Truck "Cadaver" (near Food Court) NEW | | Ghosts and Space Aliens will not be the only monsters to be showcased at this year's festival. The latest addition to Jesse James' Monster truck collection will be featured all three days during the Popeye Picnic. "Cadaver" is a '32 Cadillac beast on wheels built by Rich Inman and Tom Herzog of "Concussion Engineering" in Ellis Grove, IL. Rich and Tom can build just about anything, specializing in welding and machining, and Jesse James of "West Coast Chopper" and "Monster Garage" fame recognized their talents and tapped them to create this automotive work of art. Cadaver was unveiled at Sturgis, received Jesse James' overwhelming approval, and will begin a countrywide tour very soon. There are current negotiations being hammered out to release a toy version of this truck for fans to own. From Friday through Sunday, Rich and Tom will be available to discuss their creation, grant special seating in Cadaver for photo opportunities arranged by the Popeye Picnic Committee (visit the Central Stand in RoughHouses' Food Court for details)and they may even be able to help visitors that are having problems with their 4-wheelers, tractors or other equipment. Do not miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to see both the creation and its' creators at our Popeye Picnic. They will be located near RoughHouse's Food Court during the entire festival. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 1:30 PM | | U.S. Air Force Exhibits (Swanwick St.) | | This popular event, sponsored by the U.S.Air Force, features video gaming and exciting exhibits. This is a FREE not-to-be-missed event!!!!! |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 1:00 PM | | Olive Oyl, Swee'Pea and the Jeep Statue Unveiling (Randolph County Court House) | | Chester's pride is showing as we ceremonially reveal our latest cartoon statue featuring three popular friends of Popeye: Olive Oyl, Swee'Pea and the Jeep. In honor of our local inspiration for the sailor's favorite gal, this 5 foot grey granite likeness will stand on a 4 foot granite base and eternally pay tribute to the Chester business owner, Dora Paskel, who helped give a budding artist his muse for the origin of Thimble Theatre! Don't wimp out!!!! Be sure to budget enough time in your day to be in attendance! |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 1:00 PM | | Remote Control Model Plane Show (Breezy Hill - Cohen Complex) | | Keep your eyes to the skies as regional pilots display their high-flying skills in this two day event. The aircraft displays and performances end at 4 pm. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 1:00 PM | | Cole Oyl's Family Fair (Swanwick St.) | | Named for Olive Oyl's father, Cole, our family fairground features many activities for our guest's enjoyment. The reproduction of Sweet Haven village will charm visitors of all ages. Popeye, Olive, Wimpy and Brutus make several appearances throughout the area. Strolling magicians, balloon artists, clowns and more entertain at every turn until 7 pm. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 1:00 PM | | Miller's Petting Zoo (Swanwick St.) | | The BEST Petting Zoo in Illinois makes its fourth appearance at our Picnic! Featuring new babies today's free event, courtesy of TG Missouri, offers hands-on contact for all ages until 7 pm. All of the animals are state inspected and very clean, but handwash stations are positioned conveniently for guests to use. The look on a child's face as they encounter these babies is priceless!!! |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 1:00 PM | | Mike's Balloon Creations (Swanwick St.) | | The popular balloon artist, Mike Geerloff, entertains non-stop throughout the fairgrounds. He can twist many different balloon sculptures, and presents them free to spectators. Mike will appear until 7 pm. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 1:00 PM | | Popeye's Pony Carousel (Behind Gazebo) | | A horse is a horse,of course ..... unless it's an adorable pony! Young children delight in the chance to ride these well-groomed animals provided by the popular Miller's Petting Zoo. They have expanded their services to include a new pony carousel. The cost per ride is $4.00. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 1:00 PM | | Live Band : Timeframe (VFW Parking Lot) | | We've added this talented group of musicians to help provide non-stop LIVE entertainment at RoughHouse's Food Court. Visit the Central Stands often and enjoy the always FREE musical offerings. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 12:30 PM | | Mississippi Valley Art Guild "Chalk Out" | | Our talented local artists will be hosting live chalk competitons for school-aged children throughout the day on the sidewalk at 1012 State St. Stop by and see all of the works of art in progress. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 12:00 PM | | Rich Tinsley's Amusement Rides(across from Dairy Queen) | | This year we are proud to announce Rich Tinsleys Amusement Co. will provide a spectacular new Carnival boasting 15 rides for young and old alike. This will be the best selection of amusement rides that our area has ever seen!!! Don't miss out on all of the fun. Rides will be available in the $1 , $2 , and $3 ranges. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 12:00 PM | | RoughHouse's Food Court | | Our favorite food vendors and various concession stands open at the fairgrounds today at noon and remain open until after 10pm. Don't miss the great food selection offered this year! We have an international mix of savory selections you will not want to miss! |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 11:30 AM | | Popeye's Parade | | Each year thousands of people line the streets of Swanwick and State to view our large, signature parade. Floats, bands and various entertainers thrill crowds of all ages. An exciting explanation of parade participants is broadcast LIVE on KBDZ 93.1 FM. This is a "don't miss" event!!! |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 10:00 AM | | Volleyball Tournament (Eagles) | | Registration underway for annual Popeye Picnic Co-Ed Volleyball Tournament
Registration is underway for the annual Popeye Picnic Co-Ed Volleyball Tournament.
Coordinator Stacey Search says the sand, co-ed volleyball tournament will be held on Saturday, September 8 beginning at 10am at the Chester Eagles on Hacker Street.
Entry fee is $60 a team and team registration must be made by Tuesday, September 4.
A food stand will be available to players and spectators at the tournament.
For more information about the rules of the tournament or to register your team, you can contact Stacey Search at 826-3660.
Join in the fun as regional teams compete all day long. A break will be scheduled at about 11:00 so participants can enjoy today's parade.
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 10:00 AM | | Olive Oyl's Cafe & Crafts (St. John Parish Hall) | | Enjoy the air-conditioned hall as you wander among the talented artists displaying their handiwork. Reasonably priced crafts are perfect for early holiday shopping. Contact Marlene Seymour (826-3330)if you would like to join the crafters. Folks can stop by for great food (especially their famous Taco Salad and homemade pies) until 5pm. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 9:00 AM | | Popeye Museum (Spinach Can Collectibles) | | The home of the Official Popeye Fanclub is also the site of a vast collection of Popeye related memorabilia. The museum's gift store has the latest products and an assortment of rare items available for purchase, and is open until 11 pm today. |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 9:00 AM | | Volksmarch 5/10 K Walk (former Pizza Hut lot) | | Take a stroll and qualify on our registerd Volksmarch route. Contact Tom & Betty Boyd for details (618-233-6348). |
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| Sep 8, 2007 | Sat | 8:30 AM | | Popeye's 5K Run/Walk & 1.5 Mile Fun Run/Walk | | An annual favorite, this event draws hundreds to compete for trophies in many age brackets. Contact Dr. Robert Platt for further information (618-826-5416). A downloadable registration form will be added to this site shortly. |
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| Sep 7, 2007 | Fri | 9:30 PM | | Popeye Films in Gazebo Park | | Enjoy vintage cartoons in the beautiful outdoor setting at our Gazebo Park. The movie shorts will be projected on a large screen for all to see. Bring a blanket and help us celebrate Popeye's mega-movie career! |
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| Sep 7, 2007 | Fri | 9:00 PM | | Teen Dance (Marcello's Parking Lot) | | Krystal Klear will keep the beat hoppin' for the teen crowd to enjoy a FREE dance that's all their own! |
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| Sep 7, 2007 | Fri | 8:00 PM | | Olive Oyl's Prize Paradise | | Our extremely popular raffle guarantees over 100 quality prizes will be awarded throughout the weekend. 8pm tonight is the deadline for all names drawn for Friday, Sept. 7th. Participants need not be present to win, but their prize must be claimed by 8pm on the day that their name was drawn. Thousands of dollars in prizes were awarded last year, and we expect an even greater response from our generous donors this year!!! |
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| Sep 7, 2007 | Fri | 8:00 PM | | Street Dance (VFW lot) | | The VFW will host dj ROCK N RON in their back parking lot. As with almost everything at this year's picnic, this event is FREE! Come join the party!!! |
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| Sep 7, 2007 | Fri | 7:00 PM | | Sea Hag's History & Mystery Tour (Starts at Gazebo) | | This popular, expanded ghost tour will include entry to two of Chester's most haunted places!!! A beverage (soda or beer)is included in the tour price, and three excursions are being booked, at 7pm, 9pm, and 11pm. Tour duration is approximately 90 minutes, and includes a video-enhanced bus tour, along with frightening presentations by the late Dr. Aszmann . Reservations are absolutely necessary (all tours sold out quickly last year) and can be made at Spinach Can Collectibles (618-826-4567)at $13.00 per person. |
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| Sep 7, 2007 | Fri | 4:00 PM | | Rich Tinsley's Amusement Rides (across from Dairy Queen) | | The 28th annual Popeye Picnic officially begins as the Carnival rides open at a new location on the fairgrounds today at 4pm and remain open until 10pm. We have signed on with Tinsley's Amusements to provide 15 clean, exciting rides to satisfy everyone's expectations and budget. The all-mechanical carnival will offer rides for $1, $2, and $3 each. Don Welge of the Gilster Mary-Lee Corp. has offered us our new location, the parking lots behind Chester National Bank. This will provide easy, level access to the rides so that all family members may join in the fun. Benches will be provided for weary parents/grandparents to rest while the young-at-heart have the time of their lives. This will be the BEST carnival Randolph County has ever seen!!! Don't miss out on all of the fun! |
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| Sep 7, 2007 | Fri | 4:00 PM | | RoughHouse's Food Court | | Our outstanding Food Court will be open from 4pm until late tonight. Our International cuisine will be a favorite for our visitors. Be sure to bring an appetite..... you will not be disappointed! |
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| Sep 7, 2007 | Fri | 4:00 PM | | Jesse James' Monster Truck "Cadaver" (near Food Court) NEW | | Ghosts and Space Aliens will not be the only monsters to be showcased at this year's festival. The latest addition to Jesse James' Monster truck collection will be featured all three days during the Popeye Picnic. "Cadaver" is a '32 Cadillac beast on wheels built by Rich Inman and Tom Herzog of "Concussion Engineering" in Ellis Grove, IL. Rich and Tom can build just about anything, specializing in welding and machining, and Jesse James of "West Coast Chopper" and "Monster Garage" fame recognized their talents and tapped them to create this automotive work of art. Cadaver was unveiled at Sturgis, received Jesse James' overwhelming approval, and will begin a countrywide tour very soon. There are current negotiations being hammered out to release a toy version of this truck for fans to own. From Friday through Sunday, Rich and Tom will be available to discuss their creation, grant special seating in Cadaver for photo opportunities arranged by the Popeye Picnic Committee (visit the Central Stand in RoughHouses' Food Court for details)and they may even be able to help visitors that are having problems with their 4-wheelers, tractors or other equipment. Do not miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to see both the creation and its' creators at our Popeye Picnic. They will be located near RoughHouse's Food Court during the entire festival. |
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| Sep 7, 2007 | Fri | 9:00 AM | | Popeye Museum (Spinach Can Collectibles) | | The home of the Official Popeye Fanclub is also the site of a vast collection of Popeye related memorabilia. The museum's gift store has the latest products and an assortment of rare items available for purchase, and is open until 11pm today. |
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| Sep 7, 2007 | Fri | 8:00 AM | | Sweet Haven Sand Sculpturing (Swanwick St.)NEW | | Prep work begins as the champion sand scupturer, Brian Turnbough, joins this year's event staff. Stop by often to watch this amazing world class artist prepare the site for his new creation .... specially designed for our festival! |
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| Sep 5, 2007 | Wed | 7:00 PM | | Popeye Picnic Meeting | | A gathering of project co-ordinators will be held at Chester City Hall, beginning at 7pm. |
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| Aug 1, 2007 | Wed | 6:30 PM | | Popeye Picnic Meeting | | A gathering of project co-ordinators will be held at Chester City Hall, beginning at 7pm. |
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| Jul 5, 2007 | Thu | 7:00 PM | | Popeye Picnic Meeting | | A gathering of project co-ordinators will be held at Chester City Hall, beginning at 7pm. |
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