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Every Friday and Saturday Night:  Renegade Pro Wrestling in arena behind El Tequila Restaurant, 1409 E. Fifth St.  7pm bell time.  Admission for adults, Children under 5 are free.

June 2 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. :  Southern Illinois Spinners and Weavers Guild demonstrates crafts at visitor center in Fort Massac State Park.  Free.

June 7-10:  33rd Annual Superman Celebration.  The town of Metropolis salutes the legendary character that stands for Truth, Justice and the American Way.  Characters, artists and celebrities associated with Superman comics, television shows and movies can be seen around town during this one-of-a-kind event.  Some of the popular events include Color-A-Cape, Super Dog Contest, Supergirl and Superboy contests and a $1000 Superhero Costome Contest.  For more information, contact the Metropolis Chamber of Commerce, 800-949-5740.  Click here for more information.

June 9 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. :  Massiac Marines at Fort Massac State Park.  The French and Indian War period reenactors will present displays, interpretive programs and play games of the French, American, and American Indians from the 18th century. Free.

June 16 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. :  Ohio River Sweep, ORANSCO's clean up along the banks of the Ohio river at Fort Massac State Park.  Registration begins at 8:30 at the parks visitor's center. Volunteers will be given trash bags and gloves to pick up litter. Volunteers will receive a River Sweep t-shirt and lunch will be provided.

June 26- July 1:  Superman Classic Archery Tournament at Mermet Lake Fish and Wildlife Refuge.  3-D archery tournament for men, women and children.  Spectators free.  For more information, call 877-424-5025.

 

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