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When: Thursday, August 6 ........4 pm to 11 pm Exelon Corporation Family Carnival Preview $20 all you can ride Thursday, Aug. 6....7 p.m.(doors open at 6 p.m.)

Speed Lube Celebration Kick Off Concert featuring Home Free and LOCASH Friday, Aug. 7 ...................5 pm to 11 pm Saturday, Aug. 8............11 am to 11 pm 10 a.m. Tate & Lyle and WAND-TV’s Razzle Dazzle Goodtimes Parade Sunday, Aug. 9 ..........11 am to 9:30 pm Board of Directors: Christ Phillips, President Debbie Seitz, Vice President T.J. Jackson, 2nd Vice President Frank Ferracane, Secretary Cathy Mansur, Treasurer Eric Pries Kendall Briscoe Michelle O’Bryan Greg Spain Josh Rohrscheib Amber Kaylor Staff: Lori Sturgill Producer/Director Nick Kriener Event Manager Rachel Barter Event Assistant Maddy Brown Event Assistant Admission: All stage shows and street entertainment are FREE. Country Financial Band Together Wristbands $6 at festival (or 2 for $10); $5 in advance.

NO SHOES, NO SHIRT = NO SERVICE NO PETS, NO BIKES, NO SKATES, NO COOLERS or OUTSIDE ALCOHOL For questions regarding the content of this publication, contact the Decatur Celebration office.

Decatur Celebration 160 E. Main St, Suite 200 Decatur, IL 62523 217.423.4222 217.423.4271 fax www.decaturcelebration.com havefun@decaturcelebration.com

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The Decatur Celebration phone number will be operational and staffed during festival hours, and the offices will operate out of the Decatur Civic Center.

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2015 Decatur Celebration Guide A publication of the Herald & Review 601 E. William St. Decatur, Illinois 62523 217.421.5151 Fax: 217.421.7965 PUBLISHER Julie Bechtel

EDITOR Gary Sawyer

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This year’s theme “Celebrate Good Times” ties in to both our headliner Kool & the Gang and their song Celebration which has always been an unofficial theme song for the Decatur Celebration. The logo, designed by Goss Advertising, features elements of the festival that have made it so popular for 30 years.

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Band Together Wristbands are best described as a “cover charge” of sorts – allowing the general public to contribute towards all of the great free entertainment everyone can enjoy all weekend long at the festival. Yes, they are required in order to purchase food or beverages, but that’s not the main reason for purchasing a wristband. The main reason to purchase a Country Financial “Band Together” Wristband is to support the Decatur Celebration and help us keep rockin’ for another 30 years!

• Pre-sales are available at the following businesses: All Local Country Financial Offices Decatur Earthmover Credit Union Coffee Connection County Market on Pershing

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Hickory Point Bank Land of Lincoln Credit Union Staley Credit Union • Country Financial “Band Together” Wristband required in order to purchase food or beverages at the festival • The cost is $5 for the weekend if purchased in advance or $6 (or 2 for $10) on site • BACK THIS YEAR! Each Country Financial “Band Together” wristband offers the chance to win $1000 each night. One lucky winner will be announced each night: Friday, August 7 at 7:45 pm on the Show Stage Saturday, August 8 at 9:15 pm on the Show Stage Sunday, August 9 at 7:45 pm on the Show Stage

Beer & Wine Tickets Credit Cards Accepted

Decatur Celebration has one alcohol ticket that can be used at all beer and wine booths including the Wine Garden and Craft Beer.

Each ticket is worth $1 and must be combined to equal the price of the product.

Budweiser and Wine Cooler booths serve products at $4 each. Craft Beer is $5.

Samples in the Wine Garden are $1, glasses are $5 and bottle prices vary.

Decatur Celebration accepts credit cards at all wristband and ticket booths. Use your Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, or debit cards to purchase wristbands and alcohol tickets.

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ADM Day at the Decatur Celebration Saturday, August 8, is ADM Day at the Decatur Celebration, with special employee activities available throughout the day! Later that evening, ADM employees are invited to a private party, with an upclose view of the Show Stage to see The Vital Needs (an ADM employee band), Deana Carter and Blues Traveler.

“Big Time” 50-50 Raffle

The Decatur Celebration 50/50 Raffle has been re-launched offering $10 tickets sold by local non-profits all Spring and Summer. Participating non-profits will receive a portion of the proceeds offering them another way to raise funds with Decatur Celebration.

Last year’s winner took home $5,000.

DRAWING: Sunday, August 9 | 7:45 PM | Show Stage

Must be 18 or older to play. Need not be present to win. Prize must be claimed by August 15, 2015. Winner must show ticket stub and state photo ID. Decatur Celebration reserves the right to promote winner’s name and likeness.

Advance sales are going on through all of our DC King & Queen Candidates.

New Foods to Tempt Your Taste Buds ICED COFFEE BY COUNTY MARKET - Your

favorite flavors from County Market’s coffee shop.

HEADWEST SUBS - Sandwiches served on sweet bread MISTER SOFTEE - Ice Cream Sundae & Slushies ROASTED SWEET CORN - Ears of sweet corn roasted

in a traditional-style roaster SAY CHEESE! - Gourmet grilled cheese made with a secret cheese blend out of their custom cheese wagon

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Air Force Performance Lab The Air Force Performance Lab is the newest asset in the mobile fleet and features a futuristic experience full of challenges and self-discovery, all wrapped in innovative technology. Each challenge features various skills and interests that correlate to an Air Force career. Throughout the experience, participants will be exposed to various career fields while competing against fellow visitors and even real Airmen Activities include an Oculus Rift flight simulator, Pull-Up Bar Challenge, Touchscreen Challenge Games, Career iPad Wall, On-site Leaderboard and the F-16 Display.

King BMX Stunt Team

attraction on State Street during Celebration with shows scheduled as follows:

Friday, August 7 5:30PM, 7:30PM, 9:30PM Saturday, August 8 11:00AM, 1:30PM, 4:00PM, 6:00PM, 8:45PM Sunday, August 9 2:30PM, 4:30PM, 6:30PM Wine Garden Now in its fifth year, wine enthusiasts have found their home at Decatur Celebration, nestled in the charm of Merchant Street. The Wine Garden offers a relaxing boutique atmosphere with plenty of seating and the smooth sounds of blues music playing on the nearby Cabaret Stage. Again, this year wine selections are expanded to include wines from across the country and around the world.

It’s Time to Crown Miss Macon County at Celebration!

Decatur Earthmover Credit Union brings King BMX Stunt Show to Decatur Celebration! This hi-caliber show consists of top action sports athletes hailing from the X Games, Dew Tour & America’s Got Talent.

You’ll witness the latest and greatest in tricks and family entertainment. Find this exciting

Sunday, August 9 | Decatur Civic Center | 2PM Decatur Celebration hosts the 2nd annual Miss Macon County Pageant. The pageant

ALL NEW DECATUR CELEBRATION VIP CLUB YO VIP … LET’S KICK IT! Enjoy the excitement of Celebration with a heaping serving of luxury on the side including plenty of shaded seating in an upscale environment, upgraded restrooms, food runners, beer, wine, margaritas and more.

PLUS! New VIP Sections at the Show and Funfest Stages. No more need to jockey for position at concerts or hold a prime spot for hours.

Each VIP wristband comes with (6) drink tickets and permits admission for one to the VIP Tent and VIP Sections at the Show and Funfest Stages. Top level membership even include headliner Meet & Greets.

VIP Club Membership can be purchased in advance on www.decaturcelebration.com or on site in front of the VIP Tent on Franklin & William Streets.

serves as a wonderful opportunity for young women to gain skills in public speaking, interviewing, and being comfortable in front of an audience.

The pageant awards a 1 year scholarship to Richland Community College and other prizes donated by local businesses. The new queen will spend her year making appearances throughout Macon County, the State of Illinois, and will be the official hostess of the 2016 Decatur Celebration.

There are three age divisions for young ladies to participate in: Miss Macon County Queen – Ages 16 to 23 Macon County Junior Miss – Ages 11 to 15 Macon County Princesses – 5 to 10 (Every princess wins, there is no competition)

U of I Extension Make & Take Madness Visit the U of I Extension Tent at William & Water Streets to learn how to MAKE a Terrarium and/or Summer Salsa, then TAKE your creations with you to enjoy.

Terrariums: Creating a World in a Bottle Saturday, August 8 | 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Come get your hands dirty and build a terrarium– a miniature “world in a bottle”.

These terrariums will need very little, if any, extra watering after they are assembled.

Participants will build a one-gallon glass terrarium. Class fee provides all materials, including plants.

Don’t want to carry your terrarium around?

No worries! Your creation will be transported to the Civic Center for you to pick-up later in the evening.

Pre-registration and pre-payment is required by August 1, 2015. Cost is $20 per terrarium.

Summer Salsas Saturday, August 8 | 4:00 – 5:00 pm

Summer Salsas: It’s time to get into the kitchen and use the season’s best to make

easy, tasty, and nutritious summer salsas. Join this “make and take” hands-on lesson to prepare multiple styles of salsa. Eat it all right then, or take some home to share.

Pre-registration and payment is required by August 1, 2015. Cost is $10 per person.

1st Decatur Celebration Adorable Baby Contest Saturday, August 8 Central Park Stage | Registration 11:30 Contest Begins 1:30 | $10

Decatur Celebration will be hosting the first ever Adorable Baby Contest.

The divisions are as follows: Infant Miss: 0-5 months Infant Mister: 0-5 months Baby Miss: 6-11 months Baby Mister: 6-11 months Tiny Miss: 1 year old Tiny Mister: 1 year old Tiny Tot Miss: 2 year old Tiny Tot Mister: 1 year old Petite Miss: 3 year old Petite Mister: 3 year old Mini Miss: 4 year old Mini Mister: 4 year old

The winner in each Age Division / Category should stay to compete for the OVERALL GRAND SUPREME WINNER! One girl & one boy will be given a Grand Supreme Trophy.

Science Explosion Saturday, August 8, 2015 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM Corner of East William & North Water Streets | FREE for ages 8-12!

Activities Include: • Make a paper airplane into a drone!

• Drive a robot made by the Macon County 4-H Robotics Teams • Create a MaKey MaKey™ Banana Piano • Find out what 3D printing is all about and make your own design with a 3D printing pen • Make an LED light 4-H button by learning how to solder • Design a circuit to light a MONSTER Macon County 4-H has inspired a generation of youth to get excited about science. Each year, Macon County 4-H reaches over 3,000 youth with sciencerelated activities, encouraging youth to engage in science and think about science n their futures. Macon County 4-H wants to bring science to the Decatur Celebration, allowing parents and youth to participate in hands-on experiments and projects, creating excitement and interest around Science and STEM.

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Land of Lincoln Credit Union 21 Film Project

Water & North Streets

Saturday & Sunday – Ongoing

Ameren Illinois Exhibit

Franklin near North Park Street

Friday, Saturday & Sunday – 11 am to 2 pm

Miller Spectacular Show Super Carnival

Civic Center Parking Lot Archer’s Alley Archery Activity

Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday – Ongoing

Civic Center Grass

Friday, Saturday & Sunday – Ongoing

Pony Rides

Civic Center Grass Artists Expo

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Razzle Dazzle Goodtimes Parade

Bob Brady Auto Mall Designated Driver Check In

Presented by Tate & Lyle and televised live on WAND-TV

North Franklin Street

Friday, Saturday & Sunday – Ongoing Chess Challenge Presented by May, Cocagne & King, and Parke Warehouses.

Saturday, 10:00 a.m.

Richland Community College Ice Water Oasis

Central Park

Friday, Saturday & Sunday – Ongoing

Central Park

Friday, Saturday & Sunday – Ongoing

Spray Paint Artist, Nathan Bassett

Country Financial Exhibit

Civic Center Grass

North Franklin Street

Friday, Saturday & Sunday – Ongoing

Friday, Saturday & Sunday – Ongoing Street Checkers

Craft Beers

North & Water Streets

Friday, Saturday & Sunday – Ongoing Decatur Earthmover Credit Union presents the King BMX Stunt Show

South Park & Water Streets

Friday, Saturday & Sunday – Ongoing The Scream Haunted Adventure Exhibit

North Street

Friday, Saturday & Sunday – Ongoing

North & State Streets

Friday – 5:30 pm, 7:30 pm, 9:30 pm Saturday – 11:00 am, 1:30 pm, 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm, 8:45 pm Sunday – 2:30 pm, 4:30 pm, 6:30 pm

U of I Extension Workshop

Terrariums: Creating a World in a Bottle

Saturday, August 8 | 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Pre-registration and pre-payment is required by August 1, 2015. Cost is $20 per terrarium.

Decatur Park District Bags Tournament

U of I Extension Workshop

Civic Center Grass

Summer Salsas

Sunday, Register at 12 Noon Play from 1 - 5 pm Cash Payouts!

Call 217.429.3472 for sign up details.

Saturday, August 8 | 4:00 – 5:00 pm Pre-registration and pre-payment is required by August 1, 2015. Cost is $20 per terrarium.

The Zoo Lady Face Painter

Decatur Public School District 61 Exhibit

South Park Street

Friday, Saturday & Sunday – Ongoing

South Park Street

Friday, Saturday & Sunday – Ongoing

U.S. Air Force Performance Lab

Heinkel’s Packing Co. Sampling

William & State Streets

Franklin & North Park

Friday, Saturday & Sunday – Ongoing

Friday, Saturday & Sunday – Ongoing U.S. Army Recruiting Exhibit

Home Brew Competition

North & State Streets

Saturday – 12 Noon to 6:00 pm

Franklin & William Street

Friday, Saturday & Sunday – Ongoing

New Arts & Crafts for 2015 Speed Lube and Decatur Celebration hosts Country Vocal Band and Champions of the NBC’s The Sing-Off, Home Free, and County Rock Band, LoCash for 3rd Annual Kick Off Concert on Thursday, August 6 at the Decatur Civic Center Arena.

Concert at 7 pm Doors open at 6 pm Tickets can be purchased online via the Decatur Celebration website. Prices are $50 for VIP Table Seating and $20 for General Admission.

RAGTRADER VINTAGE They create jewelry and accessories for both men and women using vintage found items and vintage designs.

Some of the components they use are old typewriter keys, skeleton keys, bottles, vintage music box pendants, antique jewelry pieces, compasses, cameos, stones and both vintage and new watches.

DRIFT TO CLAY – Hand carved pottery. They include Adirondack mountain driftwood in some of their

pieces, and use a combination of low and high firing techniques in the clay.

FLOATING COLDY HOLDY – Beverage koozies that will float upright on the surface of water.

HANDCRAFTED BRAIDED JEWELRY - Hand braid jewelry using the traditional Japanese method of Kumihimo. They use leather, metal chain and fabric instead of the traditional silk.

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Dan Hubbard

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EnVogue

The Most Exciting Family Street Festival in the Midwest!

Ifficial Reggae Movement

Gas House Gorillas

Vanilla Ice Miss Conduct

K idd Kaddilac and the Continentals

T hird S hift

Soul Purpose

Carson Singers

Moriah Peters

Blackberry S moke

Vince Vance

Blake Harned

Hurricane Ruth

Yacht Rock Revue

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e l u d e h c S t n e m n i a t Enter Friday Opening Ceremonies Show Stage – 6:00 pm Third Shift, Country Up & Comers Funfest Stage – 5:00 pm | 7:00 pm Country Financial Band Together Wristband $1,000 Drawing Show Stage – 7:45 pm Lonestar, Multi-Platinum Country Quartet Show Stage – 8:00 pm Blackberry Smoke, America’s Hottest New Southern Rock Band Funfest Stage – 9:30 pm The Carson Singers, Soulful Gospel Christian Stage – 5:00 pm | 7:00 pm Chicago Farmer, Working-Class Folk Musician Back Lot Stage - 5:00 pm | 6:30 pm That 1 Guy, Futuristic Funk One Man Band Back Lot Stage – 9:30 pm Ese’a Bella Belly Dancers Central Park Stage – 5:45 pm Me of Essence, the Best of Blues, Jazz, R&B, and Motown Central Park Stage – 7:45 pm

Missconduct, Rock & Roll, Country, Pop, Alternative Cover Band William St. Stage – 8:00 pm

Saturday Deana Carter, MultiPlatinum Country Artist Shows Stage – 6:45 pm Heinkel’s Packing Co. Hot Dog Eating Competition Finals Funfest Stage – 3:00 pm Country Financial Band Together Wristband $1,000 Drawing Show Stage – 9:15 pm Blues Traveler, Grammy Winning Blues Rock Band Show Stage – 9:30 pm Vanilla Ice, Hip Hop Icon and DIY Network Star Funfest Stage – 8:00 pm Moriah Peters, Christian Pop Artist Christian Stage – 7:45 pm | 10:00 pm Dan Hubbard, Americana Roots Singer/Songwriter Back Lot Stage – 11:30 pm | 1:30 pm Ifficial Reggae Movement, Chicago’s Award Winning Reggae Band Back Lot Stage – 5:30 pm | 8:00 pm Decatur Municipal Band Central Park Stage – 12:00 pm

Hurricane Ruth, an Ultimate Blues Rock Experience Cabaret Stage – 6:00pm|8:00pm|10:00pm Soul Purpose, ‘60s, ‘70s, & ‘80s Rock William St. Stage – 2:30 pm | 4:30 pm Escaping Neverland, Alternative Rock Cover Band William St. Stage – 9:00 pm Rock of Ages, Best of ‘70s, ‘80s, ‘90s & Today South Franklin St. Stage – 2:00pm|4:30pm Heartless, Heart Tribute Band South Franklin St. Stage – 7:00pm|9:30pm

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Matt Carter Band, Americana “Indie” Rock Back Lot Stage – 3:00pm|5:00pm|7:00pm First Gig Rock N’ Roll Camp for Kids Central Park Stage – 12:00 pm Kidd Kaddillac, ‘50s and ‘60s Show Dance Band Central Park Stage – 3:00pm|5:00pm|7:45pm The Smokers Blues Band, Blues Music Cabaret Stage – 12:30 pm | 2:30 pm Gas House Gorillas, Brooklyn, New York Punk Americana Band Cabaret Stage – 6:30 pm | 8:30 pm The Veggies, Local Garage Band Meets Marching Band William St. Stage – 12:00pm|2:00pm|4:00pm

Yacht Rock Revue, ‘70s Light Rock Tribute Show Band Show Stage – 5:15 pm

Ryan Ideus & Feudin Hillbillys, High Energy Country Show Band William St. Stage – 8:00 pm

50/50 Raffle Drawing and Country Financial Band Together Wristband $1,000 Drawing Show Stage – 7:45 pm

Blake Harned Band, Country Music South Franklin St. Stage – 1:00 pm | 3:00 pm

Kool & the Gang, Legendary Platinum R&B Group Show Stage – 8:00 pm Tristan, Emerging R&B Artist Funfest Stage – 4:00 pm

1986 Classic Movie, Top Gun Central Park Stage – 9:00 pm

Adorable Baby Contest Central Park Stage – 1:00 pm

En Vogue, Award Winning ‘90s Chart Topping Songstresses Funfest Stage – 6:30 pm

Brooks Thomas and the Blue Suns, Pop, Funk, Motown, Blues and Jazz Cabaret Stage – 6:00pm|7:45pm|9:30pm

Vince Vance & the Valiants, High Energy Show Group Central Park Stage – 6:45pm | 9:00pm

Unspoken, Chart Topping Christian Soulful Pop Rock Band Christian Stage – 5:45 pm | 8:30 pm

Imagine That Band, Rock, Funk, Disco, and Contemorary South Frankling St. Stage – 5:30pm|7:45pm

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Razzle Dazzle Goodtimes Parade The 2015 Tate & Lyle and WAND-TV Razzle Dazzle Goodtimes Parade promises to once again entertain thousands of families with high quality floats, high energy bands and marching units, and plenty of more surprises.

Saturday, August 8 AT 10 am The parade is televised live by WAND-TV 17 and rebroadcast on Sunday, August 9 at 12 noon. It’s the parade you won’t want to miss!

The Razzle Dazzle Goodtimes Parade route circles the festival grounds (Franklin, North, Water, Main) on Saturday, August 8 at 10 a.m.

Line Up:

Decatur Police Department Veteran's Assistance Commission of Macon County & the Macon County Honor Guard Korean War Veterans Decatur Fire Department Macon County Sheriff’s Department 4th Degree Knights of Columbus Honor Guard Decatur Municipal Band Grand Marshall – Mayor Pro Temp, Julie Moore Decatur Celebration, Inc. Board of Directors Macon County Animal Shelter presents Radar Royal Twirling Academy WAND-TV News Anchors Greater Decatur Youth Band Decatur Sister Cities Super Kids Club Kids Block ASP & More Costume Characters Ees'aBella BellyDance Grand Marshall - Jamal Mayers, Chicago Blackhawks and Kristi Niles, Decatur Youth Hockey Association Decatur Youth Hockey Association Decatur and Macon Co. Area Crimestoppers, Inc.

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Decatur Memorial Hospital presents the American Eagle Balloon Eisenhower High School Soccer and Football Teams Eisenhower High School Marching Panthers Eisenhower Class of 1985 Eisenhower Class of 1995 Ansar Shrine Dune Buggies First Free Will Baptist Church presents Alex’s Lemonade Stand IL Antique Emergency Vehicle Association CAP Decatur Composite Squadron Wings of Wonder Paradise Macon County Pageants presents Sophie Schwalbach, 2014 Miss Macon County; Lydia Hubbard, 2014 Junior Miss Macon County; and the 2015 Contestants Macon County Strides For Down Syndrome "Peanut's Walk" Kevin Thompson Riding the High Stepper Bicycle PawPrint Ministries Comfort Dogs Brintlinger & Earl presents the 1954 LaFrance Fire Truck Neuhoff Media State Farm Agent Melanie

Schelling Grand Marshal – Decatur Celebration King & Queen ADM presents Anniversary Cake Balloon Decatur Power Tumblers Decatur Shot Doctor Prairie State Bank presents the Saint Andrew's Society of Central Illinois Pipes and Drums Prairieland Punishers Decatur Community Partnership Waterloo German Band German-American National Congress presents the Unimog German Fire Truck Shiloh Stables Santa & Mrs. Claus Prairie Land Dance Club Caterpillar Mining Truck Macon County Child Abuse Warriors Bob Brady Auto Mall presents the Decatur JEEP Club St. Mary's Hospital The Scream Haunted Adventure Decatur Athletic Club

Macon County CASA Heartland Mini Hoofs Redbird Rookies City Limitless presents the Caillou Balloon Debbie's Dance Studio Macon County Conservation District presents “Get Wild” The Main St. Church Tops' Weight Loss Knight's Action Park YMCA Camp Sokkia High Society Off Road IL Thundercats and Lady Cats Papa Murphy's Pizza Railroading in Illinois Gym Fusion Gymnastics Moultrie County Pest Control Richland Community College Scotty’s Pest Control Decatur Public Library Flying Cloud Street Sweepers

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5:00 PM Kid’s Block Opens

3:30 PM Father/Son Look Alike Contest

4:00 PM Youth w/ a Positive Direction

6:00 PM Dance Party with DJ Duane

4:00 PM MTZ Drum Line Demo

5:00 PM Pastor’s Pie Eating Contest

7:00 PM Kid’s Block Closes

5:30 PM Hula Hoop Contest 6:00 PM MTZ District Summer Show Choir 7:00 PM Royal Twirling Academy 8:00 PM Kid’s Block Closes

4:30 PM Talent Contest 6:00 PM Foursquare Church Dance Team – Jewels 6:30 PM Dance Party with DJ Dwayne

SATURDAY, Aug. 8

7:00 PM Kid’s Block Closes

11:00 AM Kid’s Block Opens

SUNDAY Aug. 9

11:30 AM Baby Crawl

12:00 PM Kid’s Block Opens Sharps Taekwondo

12:00 PM Scovill Zoo

12:00 PM Scovill Zoo

2:00 PM Smith’s Academy of Martial Arts – karate demo 3:00 PM Mother/Daughter Look Alike Contest

Presented by: Busey Bank and the Macon County Sheriff’s Department Produced by: 1st General Baptist Church

2:00 PM Hula Hoop Contest 3:00 PM Sharp’s Tae Kwon Do Demo

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Dove Open House In honor of Dove’s 45th Anniversary Sun, Aug 30 • noon - 4:00 302 S. Union St MUSIC BY BAM! 1:00 TO 4:00 P.M. SNACKS AND COOKIES TOUR THE 302 S. UNION FACILITY GO BACK IN TIME WITH OUR ‘HISTORY HALLWAY’ DISPLAYS OF EACH DOVE PROGRAM TO LEARN WHAT’S NEW! Music, snacks and family fun games – north end of the building in green area next to Union Street.

The tours begin - south end of building at shelter entrance.

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Decatur Celebration King & Queen The Decatur Celebration King and Queen Campaign consist of men and women utilizing their individual resources and creativity to raise funds towards their campaign to become King and Queen of the festival. The man and woman who raise the most funds will be crowned and become instant festival VIPs. We have a fun and creative group of royal contestants.

Queen Contestants:

I am a Master Stylist at Capelli’s Hair Studio. I have owned Capelli’s going on 7 years now. I am a true believer in being passionate about the work you do. This is not only my career/hobby it’s my LIFE! I love every minute of what I do. The feeling you get when you give someone a style/cut that completes their look is indescribable.

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Rusty Johnson

I purchase IT hardware and software for our locations globally.

IT Procurement Specialist for ADM

Zane Peterson Real Estate Broker at Brinkoetter & Associates & Co-Founder of University Dogs

I really enjoy helping current and first-

time homeowners buy or sell real estate to fit their individual and family needs.

Likewise, I enjoy assisting commercial clients find the right location, while negotiating favorable terms, to give their business the best success to grow its operations and help stimulate the local economy.

Paula Thornton

Melanie Schelling

My JOB is to protect people with insurance and financial services. But the WORK that I do is helping people when bad stuff happens, taking care of them during their worst times, and celebrating their successes.

State Farm Agent

Melverta Wilkins

I work for Caterpillar Inc. as a Product Change Control Engineer. Also, I am Founder and CEO of a 501c3 nonprofit organization Sista Girls and Friends. This organization was founded on a vision to build and cultivate women girls and families to meet their goals and promote success.

Product Change Control Engineer for Caterpillar

Nichole Corrington Owner/ Master Stylist Capelli’s Hair Studio & Day

Community Relations Coordinator for Ameren Illinois

I am the local “face” of Ameren Illinois. I work between the company and the public to help inform customers about gas and electric issues, including safety, energy efficiency, reliability, and infrastructure improvements. I also work with municipal leaders during emergencies, to keep them informed about outages, and when power will be restored.

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The United Association of Plumber and Pipefitters Local 137 wishes everyone a wonderful and safe time at the 30th Annual Decatur Celebration!

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YOUR Macon County State’s Attorney’s Office Jay Scott Macon County State's Attorney

Seeking Justice & Public safety Protecting the rights of crime victims

Community Outreach Drug Prevention – Education Protecting Our Senior Citizens Elderly Victims Crime Unit Honoring our Citizens who go above and beyond Elder Fraud Hotline 217-615-7582 253 E Wood St - 4th Floor • Decatur, IL 62523 Phone 217.424.1400 • www.sa-macon-il.us Macon County State’s Attorney’s Office

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Decatur Celebration CHAIRPERSONS Bob Brady Auto Mall Designated Driver Program Operations Director

Craig Culp

Jessica Poor

Alcohol Controls

Operations Director Spike Queary

Bags Tournament

Operations Chairman

Leslie Bennick Steve Fox

Connie Crist

Band Together

Operations Chairman

Eric Pries

Base Station

Tyler Gibbens

Beer

Operations Chairman

Lori Queary

Randy Baker

Armand Martin

Cabaret Stage

Operations Chairman

Anastasia Lingle

Cash Pick Up Cheryl McMillin

Nate Neuses

Paid Parking

Cash Processing

Paula Morrell

Cash Processing

Craig Curtis

Evelyn Hannon Matt Honnold

Parade

Gloria Russell

Cash Processing

Rita Zindars

Cash Processing

Parking & Barricades

Steve LeBeau

Jerry Nihiser

Cash Processing

Pepsi

Marla LeBeau

Parade

Matt Noonan

LeAnne Shoemaker

Cash Processing

Photography

Lora Sloan

George Strohl

Cash Processing Director

Police Services

Cathy Mansur

Central Park Stage Mike Sorrentino

Christian Music Stage Andrea Gerhard

Clean-Up

David Pruitt

Recycling

Debra Garrett

Security & Public Safety Mark Scranton

Security & Public Safety Dave Stout

Dan Mendenall

Show Stage

Craft & Commercial Vendors

Show Stage

Vicky Bujack

Craft & Commercial Vendors

Liz Jackson

Steve Jackson

Signage

Kent Zindars

South Franklin Street Stage

Michelle Hazelrigg

Tammy Myers

Emergency Medical Services

Souvenirs

Edward Kemnitz

Events

Matthew Krause

Food Vendors Steve Furrow

Ann Weis

Ticket Booths Sharon Renfro

Transportation Roger Starbird

Utilities

Food Vendors

Frank Ferracane

Funfest Stage

Drew Higgason

Jim Hoback

Mike Horcharik

General Hospitality

Utilities Utilities

David Martin

VIP Hospitality Eileen Milligan

VIP Logistics

Ice Management John Mahaffey

In-House Operations

Shanon Brown

In-House Operations Jarrod Cox

In-House Operations

Randy Rhoades

Kid's Block Starla Garrett

Logistics Jim Ashby

Logistics

Jeff Ludwick

Main Gate Justin Lyons

Doug Gray

VIP Logistics Daniel Nickels

Visitors Services Bart Greenberger

Volunteer Hospitality

Bonnie Hendren

William Street Stage Donna Croxen

William Street Stage Tom Croxen

Wine & Breezers Bill Wond

Wine Garden

Mary Hendrickson

Transportation The Decatur Public Transit System will provide special services during the 2015 Decatur Celebration, including operating later each night starting with Carnival Night, and operating on Sunday. The Transit System will also provide shuttle service to all area hotels and motels for our out of town visitors. Below is a list of general special services and of special services for those with disabilities.

The downtown Transit Center is located at 353 East William Street, behind the Post Office, between Prairie and William Streets.

Buses will run throughout the Celebration.

Special transportation to all area motels can be arranged by calling DPTS at 4242800 at least 30 minutes ahead of the desired pick-up time. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available.

Fares: adults $1.00 | youth (5-18 years) 80¢ Disabled Riders 50¢, Senior Citizens (65+) 50¢, and children under 5 years, Disabled & Senior Citizens with Circuit Breaker ID ride free.

Hours: Thursday, August 6.5:00 p.m. to 10:15 p.m.*

(Note: no special service to hotels, motels on Thurs.)

Friday, August 7.......5:00 p.m. to 11:15 p.m.* Saturday, August 8...6:15 a.m. to 11:15 p.m.* Sunday, August 9 ...11:15 a.m. to 10:15 p.m.* (*last trip departing downtown) Free trolley rides around the perimeter of the Celebration every 15 minutes. Riders may get on and off anywhere along the route.

Accessible parking spaces are reserved at the Decatur Civic Center lot (North and Jackson Streets) and Franklin Street Municipal lot (between Wood and Main Streets). Parking is $6.00 at both locations.

The entrance to the Franklin Street parking lot will be closed 9:00 am - 11:00 am on Saturday, during the parade. Vehicles must have properly designated license plates or permit cards and person with disability must be in car.

Accessible parking will be managed at each location: Friday, August 7 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 8 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Sunday, August 9 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

ACCESSIBLE PARKING

The following stages have a roped off area in front reserved for the disabled and one guest each.

Show Stage Funfest Stage Christian Music Stage

ACCESSIBLE STAGE SEATING

Accessible facilities available at the Civic Center and throughout the festival.

ACCESSIBLE TOILETS

Van and taxi service (Operation Uplift) for people with disabilities offers rides during the Celebration at $2.00 per person.

Hours are:

ACCESSIBLE TRANSPORTATION

Thursday, August 6.5:00 p.m. to 10:15 p.m.* (Note: no special service to hotels, motels on Thurs.)

Friday, August 7.......5:00 p.m. to 11:15 p.m.* Saturday, August 8...6:15 a.m. to 11:15 p.m.* Sunday, August 9 ...11:15 a.m. to 10:15 p.m.* (* last trip departing downtown) Decatur residents registered for this service should call AOK Taxi at 217-3307771. Out of town visitors with disabilities please call DPTS at 217-424-2800 to arrange rides.

Wheelchairs and strollers are available to the general public during the Decatur Celebration through Independence Point.

A nominal donation of $10.00 is requested for the wheelchairs and $5.00 for the strollers.

WHEELCHAIR RENTAL

This service is available on the following days and times: Friday, August 7 4:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 8 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Sunday, August 9 11:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Visitor Services Strollers are available at the Civic Center for a $5 donation as a service of Independence Point.

BABY STROLLER RENTAL

Services provided by the American Red Cross at the First Aid Command Center in the Civic Center Grass at the Corner of Main & Franklin.

FIRST AID

Stay cool and hydrated with free water provided by the Richland Community College Ice Water Oasis, located in Central Park.

FREE WATER

Located in front of the Civic Center.

LOST & FOUND

Information marquees with large maps and stage schedules are placed at each intersection..

VISITOR INFORMATION

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Buy one of Ted’s Famous Sloppy Joe’s and get the2nd one free.

Expires Sept. 30th, 2015.

Must present coupon at time of purchase.

Ted’s Taters, Nelson Park, Decatur

217/ 791-5065 Open 11am-10pm Mon-Sun

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Shelley York

Headliner Hospitality Debbie Green

Public

Parade

Cash Processing Tina Kramer

Accessible Services

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John Piraino

Back Lot Stage

Bob Brady Auto Mall offers special recognition for designated drivers. If you are over 21 and have offered to enjoy the festival sans alcohol so you can make sure your friends and family get home safe – you are an unsung hero. Stop by the Bob Brady Auto Mall booth on Franklin North of William Street to receive a free “It’s Hot Bob” t-shirt and other goodies.

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Alcohol Controls

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