Arts & Culture

Fall concert at Rend Lake

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Tuesday, November 8th, 2011, 2:21pm

INA, IL (KFVS) - The Fall Concert will be Thursday, Nov. 10 at Rend Lake College Theatre.

The concert starts at 7 p.m. and the theatre is located at 468 North Ken Gray Parkway.

For more information, you can call 618-437-5321.

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SLIDESHOW: 2011 Halloween costumes, part 2

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Tuesday, November 1st, 2011, 1:40pm

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PHOTO GALLERY: Pumpkin decorating, part 2

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Friday, October 28th, 2011, 5:03pm

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IDOL offers haunted house safety tips

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Thursday, October 27th, 2011, 2:17pm

(KFVS) - The Illinois Department of Labor is offering some safety tips for haunted house enthusiasts.

The department is encouraging residents to wear bright clothing and follow safety rules.

“We want to make sure that individuals, who bravely enjoy a good scare at haunted houses, do so safely,” said IDOL Director Joe Costigan. “We urge parents and kids to read safety signs to ensure a safe and enjoyable Halloween.”

IDOL suggests the following tips to stay safe:

Check for an Illinois Department of Labor 2011 permit sticker
Read all signage before entering a haunted house and listen to your guide for directions
Pay attention to the location of exits in the haunted house
Stay on the approved path of travel and be cautious on or near stairs
Do not smoke, use lighters or matches
Wear bright-colored clothing and avoid loose-fitting clothing that could snag on props
Be aware that strobe

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SLIDESHOW: 2011 Halloween costumes

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Wednesday, October 26th, 2011, 6:04pm

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6th annual Halloween Gala

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Thursday, October 20th, 2011, 3:14pm

MT. VERNON, IL (KFVS) - The 6th Annual Halloween Gala will be Saturday, Oct. 22 at the Granada.

The gala will start at 7 p.m. Admission is $10 with a costume and $15 without a costume.

Activities include music, costume contest, food and drinks.

For more information, you can call 618-534-1837.

For more 2011 Fall/Halloween events in the Heartland, you can click here.

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Tickets on sale for "Father of the Bride" at RLC

Submitted by Alycia Dobrinick on Monday, October 17th, 12:53 pm

INA, IL (KFVS) - Tickets are on sale for Rend Lake College's fall play, "Father of the Bride."

Performances are Thursday-Saturday, November 3-5th at 7:00 p.m. and at 2:00 p.m. On Sunday, November 6th. The shows will take place at the RLC Theatre.

The play is based on the novel by Edward Streeter. The same novel also inspired the 1991 movie, "Father of the Bride" starring Steve Martin and Diane Keaton.

The play tells a story about the chaos of planning and pulling off the wedding for daddy's little girl. More than 20 actors from around southern Illinois are featured in the show.

Tickets cost $12. You can buy them in advance by calling the RLC Box Office at (618) 437-5321, ext. 1467. You can also buy them on campus in the North Oasis, room 134, from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday-Thursday and 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.