Any Day:  Metropolis AVA Walk, sponsored by Lebanon Cedar Cruisers Walking Club.  American Volkssport Association walking route available in Metropolis.  Maps and registration information for 6 mile and 3 mile routes will be available at Baymont Inn at 203 E. Front St. For more information, contact Metropolis Tourism at 877-424-5025.

Every Friday 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.

Oct. 2:  Southern Illinois Spinners and Weavers Guild demonstrates crafts at the visitors center at Fort Massac State Park, 10am-3:30pm.  Free.

Oct. 8-9: 10th Annual Super City Blues & Ques Festival on Ferry Street.  BBQ competition and live music along Ferry Street near the riverfront. Free.   

Oct. 16-17: 37th Annual Grand Fort Massac Encampment at Fort Massac State Park, Military and civilian craft activites and demonstrations both days.  Pre-1840 period living historians will present displays, food, music and interpretive programs from the 18th and early 19th centuries.  Each day will showcase opening and closing pageantry, minstrel shows, a return of the voyageur canoe and mock battles for all to enjoy. Other highlights include traders, children's game, and a large food court.  10 a.m.- 5 p.m. daily. Free.

Oct. 18-24:  Pioneer Pool League National Championship at Harrah's Riverfront Event Center. Spectators welcome.  For more information, contact Linda Hodges at 573-450-2511.