SIUC Parent's Weekend

 SIUC's Parent Weekend was pretty quiet this year. It took place the last weekend, the 11th and 12th and I did not realize it was Parent's weekend until about mid-day on Saturday, so little in town promotion was there. You would think the university would reach out to downtown and make certain there were signange and banners up announcing the event but, aside from a few posts on social media, I saw nothing until, as I said, late on Saturday.  Here is hoping Homecoming gets a lot more promotion.

Lost Cross 40th Anniversary

A number of places are helping Lost Cross celebrate its 40th anniversary.  Indigo Lounge had a punk/industrial DJ playing vinyl and tape on Thursday night,  and PK's and Booby's both had shows last night as did the Robbie Stokes Memorial stage.   The Buckminister Fuller Dome Home had an event this afternoon and tonight West Elm is blocked off at the intersection with Beveridge for a concert going on late. Here are the events tonight and on Sunday

Pride on the Strip

In case you are interested, here is the schedule for Pride on the Strip today. have not seen any actual schedules  printed up anywhere.

Victims Rights Presentation

 Short notice but the city will host an event at the Town Square Pavillion promoting National Crime Victims Rights week this Sunday from 1 p.m to 3 p.m.

The City of Carbondale has received funding from the National Association of VOCA Assistance Administrators (NAVAA) through a grant from the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), within the U.S. Department of Justice, to support a regional awareness campaign during the 2026 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, April 19–25, 2026.   

In partnership with the Carbondale Public Library and the Survivor Empowerment Center, the City will promote the 2026 NCVRW theme, Listen. Act. Advocate. Protect Victims, Serve Communities, by celebrating victim advocates, service providers and the everyday individuals who listen and act to support victims of crime across Southern Illinois.

On Sunday, April 19, the City will host a NCVRW Kick-Off Celebration at the Carbondale downtown pavilion from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., featuring information on local services, light refreshments, and entertainment. On Thursday, April 23, the Carbondale Public Library will host a Know Your Rights presentation from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., highlighting victims’ rights and available resources. These event are free and open to the public.