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QUINCY, ILL. -- The Mississippi Thespians, known as the youngest Civil War Re-enactors in the U.S., will hold their 6th annual Civil War Ball on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009 from 7-10 p.m. at the Illinois Veterans Home, 12th and Locust in Quincy.

Period folk dancing will be led by Deborah Hyland, with music provided by the Rag Tag Irish Band.

Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students (18 and under).

Food and beverages will be available; each ticket holder will be entitled to one free drink or food item.

For tickets/reservations or to rent period costumes, call 217-223-9879; tickets also are available at Picture Perfect gallery & framing in Hannibal and Wild Birds Unlimited in Quincy.

More information about Mississippi Thespians is available at www.mississippithespians.com.