Bagelfest by Herald & Review

Bagel Gazette 7/15/2014

Serving charleston, Mattoon & Surrounding Areas ||||| www.jg-tc.com ||||| $1.00

BAGELFEST 2014 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

2014 Bagelfest sure to be a ‘Big Bang’ KAYLEIGH RAHN

Tuesday, July 15‌ 6:45 p.m., Book of Golden Deeds presented, Williams elementary school 7 p.m., Miss Bagelfest contest, Williams elementary school 6 p.m. Bagel Baby Contest, day one, Cross County Mall

Wednesday, July 16‌ 6 p.m., Bagel Baby Contest, day two, Cross County Mall 6-10 p.m., Carnival opens, armband night for $20

Thursday, July 17‌ 6-11 p.m., Carnival and vendors open 5-11 p.m., Food and vendors open 6-9 p.m., Bingo in the DeMars Center 6 p.m. gates open, 8-10 p.m. show, Chris August contemporary Christian music on the main stage. Admission is free; attendees should bring lawn chairs. Mattoon Pride Tourney, Roundhouse Complex

JG-TC Staff Writer‌

‌MATTOON — Batman, The Flash, Capt. James T. Kirk and maybe even Frodo Baggins are possible attendees of this year’s Big Bang Bagelfest. Taking from one of America’s favorite sitcom’s “The Big Bang Theory,” festival organizers say they’re hopeful Bagelfest participants shamelessly embrace their inner nerd — just as the show’s main characters Sheldon, Leonard, Raj and Howard do. All things science fiction, comic book and ComicCon are welcome at this year’s Bagelfest, so guests shouldn’t be shocked when their favorite superhero is taking part in several of the weekend’s events. “Think comic book ‘BANG!’ and ‘POW!,’” Mattoon Tourism Director Angelia Burgett said. “It’s about the nerdy side of things, the geeky side of things. I think about how much fun ComicCon is and how much people like to dress up like that, and that’s been the

theme and the direction people have taken.” In its 29th year, Mattoon’s Bagelfest has taken on many faces and themes; however, its roots remain all about the bagel. “When (Lender’s) bagel factory was new to the Midwestern town of Mattoon, owner Murray Lender hosted a free bagel breakfast for the City of Mattoon,” according to the event website. “That was the beginning of the local love affair with the bagel and the beginning of the Bagelfest. Today the breakfast has evolved into a several day festival that celebrates the best of the Mattoon community.” The fest kicks off today with the Miss Bagelfest pageant and will run through the weekend with the annual parade, main stage entertainment and, of course, the bagel breakfast, among other events. This year’s schedule sticks to the traditional lineup, Burgett said, since it’s worked BIG BANG/A3

Main stage artist spotlights

Friday, July 18‌

From ‘The Voice’ to Mattoon

1 p.m. to midnight, Carnival open, with armband night 1-5 p.m. for $20 1-11 p.m., Vendors open 6-9 p.m., Bingo in the DeMars Center 5-11:45 p.m., Beer tent opens; live music, Squealer from 7-11:30 p.m. 6 p.m., gates open, show 8-10 p.m., Team Blake Voice Contestants The Swon Brothers, main stage. Tickets must be purchased. Mattoon Pride Tourney, Roundhouse Complex

Saturday, July 19‌ 6-6:30 a.m., Run for the Bagel registration, Midtown Mattoon 7 a.m. start time 8-10 a.m., Free bagel breakfast at the DeMars Center 8:30 a.m. and 9 a.m., “Dragonflies” live entertainment, Rotary Band Shell 10 a.m., Bagelfest parade Noon-11 p.m., Carnival open, armband hours noon-4 p.m. for $20 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Vendors open 7 p.m., Bingo in the Demars Center 1:30-2:30 p.m., Bagel Bow Wow contest, Rotary Band Shell Time to be announced, bluegrass performers Lindley Creek, Rotary Band Shell 5-11:45 p.m., Beer tent open; X-Krush performs 7-11:30 p.m. 6 p.m. gates open, 8-10 p.m. peformance, David Nail and Native Run. Tickets must be purchased. Mattoon Pride Tourney, Roundhouse Complex NOTE: Events are in Peterson Park unless otherwise stated. For more information, log on to www.mattoonbagelfest.com.

Swon Brothers tour for first album KARSTEN BURGSTAHLER JG-TC Staff Writer‌

on the album “No Far Away” in 2010, earning him New Artist of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year and Pop Contemporary Album of the Year at that year’s Dove Awards. In April 2012 August suffered severe brain injuries after his electric skateboard hit loose gravel and he was thrown to the ground. Doctors told him he had a 50 percent chance the

‌ ATTOON — Zach and Colton M Swon won’t have to turn chairs at Bagelfest. They’ve already proven themselves. The Muskogee, Okla., duo, now touring to promote their first single “Later On” as well as their first album due out later this year, auditioned during the fourth season of NBC’s “The Voice.” Judges Blake Shelton, Shakira and Usher all invited the brothers to join their team. Colton Swon said the brothers were excited to just convince a judge to want them, but ultimately going with anyone besides Blake Sheldon might not have been an option. “Oklahoma alone would’ve disowned us,” Colton Swon said.

august/A2

swon/a3

Submitted photo‌

Chris August, David Nail set for Bagelfest KARSTEN BURGSTAHLER JG-TC Staff Writer‌

‌MATTOON — This year, August comes in July. Christian artist Chris August will perform a free concert during Bagelfest on Thursday evening. This year’s lineup also includes country musician David Nail. City Tourism and Arts Director Angelia Burgett said each year the Bagelfest committee partners with Christian radio station WBGL to bring

in an artist the station’s listeners will be familiar with. Burgett said August was the committee’s top choice. August spent time working with well-known artists including Robin Thicke and Brian McKnight in Los Angeles before moving back to his home state of Texas to lead worship at his church, according to his website. In early 2009 he wrote “Starry Night,” which landed him a deal with World Records in Nashville. August debuted with Fervent Records

SPONSORED BY:

Bagel 2

Tuesday, July 15, 2014 jg-tc | www.jg-tc.com

Ken Trevarthan, Staff Photographer‌

Runners and walkers begin the annual Run For The Bagel at the starting area near the bus station on Broadway Avenue July 21, 2012 during Bagelfest in Mattoon.

Run for the Bagel features three runs, walk DAVE FOPAY

JG-TC Staff Writer‌

‌MATTOON — There could be as many as 1,000 runners and walkers hitting the streets of Mattoon on Saturday morning for the 27th annual “Run for the Bagel.” Organizers expect the event’s runs and walks to draw a typical number of additional participants, according to Jill Rohr, race director with the Mattoon Family YMCA, one of the

event’s sponsors. “It’s a race that always grows every year,” she said. There were 850 registered participants last year and there should be at least 100 more than that on Saturday, she added. Many Mattoon residents and others from nearby communities take part in the event each year and it’s drawn more people as the popularity of running and of Bagelfest continue to increase, Rohr added.

“It’s always part of that Bagelfest weekend,” she said. Run for the Bagel features a 10k run, a 5k run and walk, and a one-mile “fun run” for which participants have the option of being timed. Each will begin at the bus station near the intersection of Broadway Avenue and 19th Street and end at the Y, 221 N. 16th St. The 10k run is scheduled to begin at 7 a.m., the 5k run and walk are both set to start

at 7:10 a.m. and the one-mile run and walk are scheduled for 7:15 a.m. Runners and walkers should enjoy the courses for the event because they’re all fairly flat and shaded, Rohr said. There will be two water stations along the course and bagels and other food and drinks at the end. Participants can register for any of the Run for the Bagel’s events up until Saturday’s start. Registration is available in

person at the Y and a form that can be mailed along with the registration fee can be found on its website, www.mattoonymca.org. Online registration is also available on that site or www.mattoonmultisport. com. The fees for the 10k and 5k run and walk increase by $5 after Thursday. Before then, the fee for each event is $22 and advance registration includes an event T-shirt.

Fees for the one-mile events are both $7 for timed runs and walks and $5 if not timed; that fee doesn’t increase after Thursday. An awards ceremony is set to take place in the Y gym starting at 8:30 a.m. Saturday. Awards will be presented in several different categories, most based on gender or age.

august

Fan enthusiasm appears to be equally strong for Nail and Friday night performers The Swon Brothers; Burgett said ticket sales are about even for the artists.

of a Million Dreams,” came out in November 2011. His latest album, “I’m a Fire,” debuted in March; the first single, “Whatever She’s Got,” reached No. 2 on the Billboard country charts after its release in fall 2013, according to the bio. Fan enthusiasm appears to be equally strong for Nail and Friday night performers The Swon Brothers; Burgett said ticket sales are about even for the artists, both sitting at more than half sold out as of July 2. The free Chris August concert will be 8 p.m. Thursday. Tickets for the 8 p.m. Saturday show by David Nail run $15 for reserved seating and $10 for lawn seating.

From A1

Submitted photo‌

David Nail

Please, recycle your newspaper

Keep Your Home PROTECTED

Local Franchise 40 Years In Business

2201 2201 Marshall Marshall •• Mattoon Mattoon •• 235-2847 235-2847 1010 Lincoln • Charleston • 348-1284

swelling in his brain would continue; however, it eventually decreased. August’s title track and lead single “Center of It” on his latest album “The Upside of Down,” which focuses on God’s presence in both the good and bad times, weren’t inspired by the accident. However, they took on new meaning for the artist afterward as he meditated on the words while recovering, he said in his website’s bio. While August was involved in music for quite some time, David Nail wavered a bit. According to Nail’s Country Music Television bio, the artist was interested in both baseball and music. He received several offers to play college baseball before ultimately focusing on his music, opting to move to Nashville. Nail wasn’t quite ready for Nashville and moved back to

agelfest 2014 B y o ! Enj

Missouri within a year. In 2002 he tried again, this time recording a self-titled album with Mercury Records. The album was never released because of a shakeup at Mercury, according to the bio. Nail coached baseball for a while before finally signing a deal with MCA Nashville in 2007. His first album, “I’m About to Come Alive,” released in 2009. His next album, “The Sound

Contact Fopay at dfopay@jg-tc.com or 217-238-6858.

Contact Burgstahler at kburgstahler@jg-tc.com or 217-238-6839.

The Odd FellowRebekah Home, Harmony Center and Rehab To Home Unit welcomes you to tour our beautiful facility at any time. No appointment necessary! We providevariousactivities7daysaweek.Weprovide our own transportation for resident appointments. Tour our Rehab To Home Unit to see the fully furnished private resident rooms, our therapy gym and full working kitchenette to aid in our residents return home. We are open to the public and are certified to accept all payment sources. Stop by and see us at 201 Lafayette Ave. E. Mattoon, IL Or call 217-235-5449 for inquiry.

www.jg-tc.com | jg-tc

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

Creativity abounds in Bagel Bow Wow

Bagel 3

DAWN JAMES JG-TC Staff Writer‌

‌ ATTOON — Time is M nearing for this year’s 2014 Bagel Bow Wow competition at Bagelfest. The annual event is planned for 2 p.m. Saturday at the Rotary Band Shell in Peterson Park. Dogs and pet owners alike can enjoy the competition. This year’s theme is just like that of the overall festival: Big Bang Bagelfest 2014. Judges for this year’s event are Jim Sears of K-9 Estates, Dr. Tammy Albin of Albin Animal Clinic, and Stacey Root of Soggy Paws. Some of the categories include Best Dog Trick, Owner/ Pet Lookalike, or the Best Bagel Dog. Pet owners must present proof of their four-legged friend’s vaccination. According to organizer Bernie DeBuhr, the Best Bagel Dog is the equivalent of the best of show category. He said it focuses on the pet and owner which best exhibit the theme of Bagelfest. Judges also will be looking for dogs that are happy, obedient, and carefree. DeBuhr has seen a lot of creativity throughout the years in the competition. He said people spend a lot of time in planning their costumes for themselves and their dogs. In the past, the competition has had as many as 45 dogs and as few as six, DeBuhr said. Clyde’s Animal Clinic will be on hand and will offer $20 microchipping with a one-year registration. The clinic will offer a wide array of goodies including gift certificates for a free new pet exam and for free heartworm products. Dr. Elizabeth Clyde is the veterinarian at Clyde’s. Ken Trevarthan, Staff Photographer‌ If it rains, Bagel Bow Wow Bagel Bow Wow Contest contestant Sammie, held by Kelly Hovius of Mattoon, competes in the Best will be canceled, organizBagel Dog category July 23, 2011 during Bagelfest at Peterson Park in Mattoon. ers noted.

The Swon Brothers

swon From A1

Zach Swon said editors don’t use smoke-and-mirrors tricks while creating an episode of “The Voice,” but there is plenty of hard work and time put in that viewers might not see, he said. “I know Blake was there many times he didn’t have to be,” Zach Swon said. The brothers made it to the final round and came in third place. The connections they made through Shelton — as well as Shelton’s wife, Miranda Lambert — were beneficial; Lambert, Shelton and Carrie Underwood all contacted Sony Music Nashville’s Gary Overton in support of Zach and Colton. Zach Swon attended the same college as Underwood and played some of the same venues as she did, he said. Flash forward to December. The brothers are no long competitors on “The Voice” but have been brought back to perform their single “Later On.” After the performance, the song topped the iTunes Country Top Songs chart in less than 24 hours. For the “Later On” video, which mainly takes place in a bowling alley/arcade, Zach

Submitted photo‌

and Colton were able to work with music video director Roman White, famous for his work with artists like Underwood and Kelly Clarkson. Now on tour, Colton Swon said the crowds just keep getting bigger. But sometimes it’s the shows that don’t go right that can make lasting memories, he said — one performance in Tyler, Texas, continued even in the pouring rain when fans stayed to watch. “(It looked) like we were just getting out of the shower with our clothes on,” Colton Swon said. Zach Swon said the brothers’ first album should have a release date soon, and Colton and he will be doing some shows with bigger artists as well as performances on their own. The overall experience has been a complete whirlwind, and a lot of prayer and hard work have gone into the process, he said. The brothers invite their fans to follow them on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Their Bagelfest performance will be at 8 p.m. Friday on the main stage. Tickets are $15 for reserved seating and $10 for lawn seating. Contact Burgstahler at kburgstahler@jg-tc.com or 217-238-6839.

BIG BANG From A1

well in the past. However, a free bluegrass act has been added to the mix. “We’re always trying to find new ways to use the band shell because it’s right there in Peterson Park,” she said. “So we have an extra concert there on Saturday that is a bluegrass band brought in by Maranatha Baptist Church. They’ve played in Mattoon before, and I hope that might be another type of music that will appeal to people.” The main stage acts on Friday and Saturday nights include the Swon Brothers and David Nail, respectively, but this year’s lineup is a bit different than past years. “We really looked at having a bigger act on Friday night as well as Saturday night,” she said. “People are really responding to that. Our ticket sales for both nights are about the same, which typically our Friday night is a smaller night than our Saturday night. And actually Friday night and Saturday night are head-to-head as far as ticket sales.” Burgett says organizers are hoping this year’s theme has enough branches for many of the events to have a piece of the fun. “Every time we start making decisions about what to choose we look at what people can have fun with, and I think people have really responded to this one probably as good or better as any one we’ve had previously because everyone likes ‘The Big Bang Theory’ TV show,” Burgett said. The parade and Miss Bagelfest will have hints of the theme, while this year’s T-shirts resemble the show’s logo. “The Big Bang Theory” is a sitcom from Chuck Lorre Productions and Warner Bros. Television, which airs on the CBS. Next year will mark its 10th season. “One of my favorite themes we’ve had was when we did pirates a couple years ago, and we just had so many ways to stretch that, and this is turning out to be the same way,” Burgett said. Contact Rahn at krahn@jg-tc.com or 217-238-6869.

A furniture store that focuses on products that support the strengths of family, friends, and the comforts of home. Wright’s truly lives up to its name, finding it so satisfying to see people who are responding to our message and mission. We believe that life is lived to its fullest when we are in the company of our most treasured friends and beloved family members, and that the responsibility of caring for these relationships is second to none. We believe being Wright At Home is an attitude as much as it is a place, and that we should do all we can preserve its value in our everyday lives.

113 N. Main, P. O. Box 231, Dieterich, IL Visit our website at: wrightsfurniture.com

Phone: 217-925-5228 Toll Free 1-800-214-0588

2303 Hoffman Dr., Effingham (Behind Village Square Mall) Mon-Fri 9-5, Sat 10-2 217-347-5030 • www.wrightathome.com

Bagel 4

Tuesday, July 15, 2014 jg-tc | www.jg-tc.com

A look back at Bagelfests

Kevin Kilhoffer, Journal Gazette, Staff Photographer‌

Melanie Newton, foreground left, and Ashley Mitchell, foreground right, both from Lovington, enjoy the sounds of Craig Morgan during Bagelfest at Peterson Park in this 2010 file photo.

www.kirchnerbuildingcenters.com Kansas, IL Marshall, IL

Kevin Kilhoffer, Journal Gazette, Staff Photographer‌

People move through the lines for free bagels at the Bagel Breakfast during Bagelfest at Peterson Park in Mattoon in this 2010 file photo

Rt. 49 North (217) 948-5121

Charleston, IL #1 Sixth St. (217) 348-0121

303 S. Sixth (217) 826-2371

Mattoon, IL 2403 Lakeland Blvd. (217) 235-0111

Casey, IL

Paxton, IL

Newton, IL

600 W. Main (217) 932-2811

349 N. Market (217) 379-2121

401 E. Decatur St. (618) 783-2388

Danville, IL 508 W. Williams St. (217) 442-2570

Mahomet, IL 201 E. Washington St. (217) 586-4931

Building Material • Windows • Doors • Siding • Roofing Materials • Insulation Cabinets • Paint • Hardware • Tools • Electrical • Plumbing • Lumber Kevin Kilhoffer, Journal Gazette, Staff Photographer‌

Bryan Scroggins, with his son, Evan, watch as their dog, Fonzi, jumps through a hoop during the Bagel Bow Wow at Bagelfest at Peterson Park in Mattoon in this 2010 file photo.

Our Services:

Buy a Medium!

Get a Snack Free! Local news, delivered

BAGELFEST! Mattoon Market Place 124 Dettro Drive 217-258-9464 buffalowildwings.com

~ Modern Showrooms

~ Rooftop Shingle Delivery Available

~ Complete Special Order Service

~ Fast Accurate Quotes

~ Kitchen Design and Layout

~ Experienced Sales Force

~ Paint Color-Match Computers

Since 1906

We’re Celebrating

Subscribe today! 1-800-453-2472

~ On-Time Delivery Services

limit 2 per table. Expires 08.15.14

Evansville, IN 5625 Old Boonville Highway (812) 473-6400

Henderson, KY 883 Highway 41 South (270) 827-8410

Madisonville, KY 1265 Nebo Road (270) 825-0654

A look back at Bagelfests

www.jg-tc.com | jg-tc

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

A float with a replica of the Clock Tower from Back to the Future travels on Broadway Avenue during the Bagelfest Parade in Mattoon in 2010

Bagel 5

Kevin Kilhoffer, Staff Photographer‌

Short Drive to

Big SavingS! CHEVROLET

TOYOTA NEW 2013 Toyota Prius V

2014 Chevrolet Equinox LT

MSRP:

Versatile Interior-Room For 5 MSRP $27,710

$28,227

Dan Hecht Disc. $4,020 Rebate -$1,500

Dan Hecht Discount Total: $3000

Sale Price

#N6587

$25,227 Local news, delivered

$22,190

$369/mo.

2014 Toyota RAV4

2014 Chevrolet Cruze LT

90% Of All Rav’s Sold In Last 10 Years..Still On The Road! Top Safety Pick by IIHS

Top IIHS Safety Rating MSRP $20,960

Rebate

$500 Toyota customer cash on Rav4.

Subscribe today! 1-800-453-2472

Sale Price

32 MPG

#2655

42 MPG

#2434

-$2,500

Sale Price

$18,460

Gas

$285/mo.

2014 Toyota Tundra

2014 Chevrolet Silverado Double Cab 2WD LT

90% of Tundra’s sold over the past 10 years are still on the road today. High Resale Value Award

North American Truck Of The Year MSRP $38,345

Dan Hecht Disc. $1,600 Bonus Cash $1,000

Sale Price

$32,492

21 MPG

$492/mo.

#2288

Now 4 lunch meals to choose from

Prices and offers expire August 4, 2014. $1000 Customer Cash on Crew Max. Up to $500 on all other Tundra’s

LITTLE MEXICO; 1 x 4; Black; 20650889; CRYSTAL HO; BAGEL GAZETTE

TOYOTA CERTIFIED VEHICLES CARS

USED VEHICLES TRUCKS

PEOPLE HAULERS / VANS

SUV’S

13 13 12 12 12 12 11 11 11 11 11 10 10 10 09

14 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 CREWCAB 4X4 12 FORD F150 CREWCAB LARIET 4X4 12 CHEVY 1500 CREWCAB 4X4 LT 12 CHEVY 1500 X-CAB 4X4 11 TOYOTA TUNDRA D-CAB 4X4 11 TOYOTA TACOMA X-CAB 2WD 11 CHEVY ¾ TON CREWCAB 4X4 11 CHEVY 1500 CREWCAB 4X4 LT 11 GMC 1500 CREWCAB 4X4 10 TOYOTA TUNDRA D-CAB 4X4 LTD 10 FORD RANGER PICKUP 08 NISSAN FRONTIER CREWCAB SE 06 CHEVY 1500 CREWCAB 4X4 03 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC 4X4 03 CHEVY 1500 X-CAB 4X4

13 12 12 12 11 11 11 11 10 10 10 09 08 08 04

12 12 12 12 12 11 11 11 11 11 10 10 09 07 07

TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA

COROLLA LE SIENNA VANS PRIUS C HYBRID CAMRY LE & SE RAV4 HIGHLANDER TUNDRA D-CAB 4X4 AVALON XLS PRIUS HYBRID CAMRY SE & LE SIENNA VAN TUNDRA D-CAB LTD SIENNA VAN LE PRIUS HYBRID COROLLA S

13 13 13 13 12 12 12 12 12 12 11 11 11 10 09

NISSAN ALTIMA 4DR S DODGE AVENGER 4DR CHEVY IMPALA LT CHEVY CRUZE 4DR LT NISSAN SENTRA FORD FUSION SEL DODGE CHALLENGER CHEVY SONIC LT CHEVY MALIBU LS CHEVY CRUZE LT & LS HYUNDAI SONATA LIMITED CHEVY MALIBU 4DR LS LINCOLN MKS CHEVY CAMARO SS CHEVY MALIBU LTZ

TOYOTA SIENNA LE & LTD TOYOTA 4-RUNNER SR5 CHEVY TRAVERSE LT DODGE GRAND CARAVAN BUICK ENCLAVE TOYOTA SIENNA XLE TOYOTA HIGHLANDER LTD CHEVY TRAVERSE LT TOYOTA HIGHLANDER LTD TOYOTA 4-RUNNER LTD CHEVY TRAVERSE LT GMC YUKON DENALI CHEVY TAHOE 4X4 LT BUICK ENCLAVE TOYOTA SEQUOIA SR5

SPECIAL OF THE WEEK!

10 LEXUS RX350 4X4 – ONLY 48K MILES, LEATHER, SUNROOF, NAVIGATION TOO Payment based on$29700 only 10% down, months, 4.9% APR with approved credit. &72$469/MO

South Route 45, Effingham • 866-613-4058

your site for savings... www.danhecht.com www.facebook.com/danhechtchevytoyota Sale prices plus tax, title, license and doc fee. Payment based on only 10% down, 72 months, 4.9% APR with approved credit.

TOYOTA RAV4 SPORT TOYOTA 4-RUNNER SR5 CHEVY EQUINOX LT 4X4 FORD EDGE LIMITED FORD ESCAPE 4X4 TOYOTA RAV4 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 4X4 JEEP UNLIMITED SAHARA 4X4 JEEP COMPASS HONDA CRV 4X4 EX TOYOTA HIGHLANDER LTD TOYOTA 4-RUNNER LTD TOYOTA RAV4 LTD CHEVY EQUINOX FORD EDGE SEL

Bagel 6

Tuesday, July 15, 2014 jg-tc | www.jg-tc.com

Murray Lender helped pioneer Lender’s, Bagelfest publisher of the Mattoon Journal Gazette/Charleston Times-Courier. “I remember him smiling all the time as he kept meeting more and more people.” Bagel makers and Mattoon owe a lot to Murray Lender. He and his brother, Sam, turned a Hartford, Conn., bagel factory urray Lender into a national food brand, popunever met a larizing the ethnic food with bagel eater he chutzpah and humor. didn’t like. And there’s One of the advertising jingles a good chance he shook almost for the company, now owned by every bagel lover’s hand when he Pinnacle Food Group, was “If was in Mattoon, too, during the you don’t love Lender’s Bagels, early Bagelfest celebrations in you have a hole in your head,” this town. and 14 years ago Lender joined in The smiling bagel promoter the baking of the world’s largest died March 21, 2012, in a Miami bagel in a special brick oven at hospital, 10 days after a fall that the Mattoon plant. led to medical complications. Bagelfest started 28 years ago Lender, part of the Lender’s in Mattoon as a way to introBagels family that first opened an duce what the new Lender’s American bakery in 1927, was 81.” factory was making in Mattoon He loved people and loved on its northwest side. Lender bagels in that order,” said Bill helped promote the first free Hamel, who helped organize bagel breakfast along Broadthe first Bagelfest when he was way Avenue in Mattoon with By the JG-TC

(‌ Editor’s note: This article by former JG-TC Staff Writer Herb Meeker tells a bit about the Bagelfest history along with acknowledging the death of Lender’s icon Murray Lender).

Bagelfest started 28 years ago in Mattoon as a way to introduce what the new Lender’s factory was making in Mattoon on its northwest side. Lender helped promote the first free bagel breakfast along Broadway Avenue in Mattoon with the help of the city’s Chamber of Commerce. the help of the city’s Chamber of Commerce. “When Lender’s was opening here people would ask ‘What’s the deal with bagels?’ People just weren’t familiar with them back then in Mattoon,” Hamel recalled. Lender’s met the Corn Belt and fell in love at first bite, leading to the annual Bagelfest, a celebration now featuring a

Bagelfest 2013

Ken Trevarthan, Staff Photographer‌

Riders hang on as they take a spin on the ‘Vortex’ at the Bagelfest carnival midway at Peterson Park in Mattoon in 2013.

INSIDE PETERSON PARK MATTOONI,NSID ILLINOIS DE PETERSON PARK MATTTOON, ILLINOIS (217) 235-9711

Please, recycle your newspaper

(217 7) 235-9711

OPEN: SUMMERS EVERYDAY 12:00 - 9:00PM AND SEASONAL WEATHER PERMITTING

* Minature Golf *Batting Cages *Slow Pitch Baseball *Fast Pitch Baseball *Slow Pitch Softball SHAVED ICE • LEMON • SHAKE-UPS

Beautiful Bagel Baby contest, a Bagel Bow-Wow competition, a parade with some entries festooned with bagels, and dozens of other activities. Joan Record, who helped with many Bagelfests through the years, remembered how Lender enjoyed coming to Mattoon during the early Bagelfests and meeting the friendly people in town.

“He never saw a stranger. He shook all the hands he could when he was here. And he was parade marshal, too. He really loved having the bagel breakfast on a street named Broadway,” Record said. Bagelfest now provides Mattoon with a unique annual festival even though out-of-towners might wonder how bagels have a connection with a small city in the Midwest. Hamel said health problems prevented Lender from attending Bagelfests in recent years. His children and a granddaughter rekindled the family tradition by coming to Mattoon during a recent Bagelfest. “We all hoped he could come back again. We’re going to miss him,” Hamel said. “Maybe they’ll crank up production of the cinnamon or blueberry bagels for Murray in Mattoon,” Record said of the sweet aroma coming from the food plant on certain days.

www.jg-tc.com | jg-tc

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

Bagel 7

The Associated Press‌

This June 17 photo shows Heart of Illinois Harvest volunteers Ray Ekhoff, right, 85, and Carroll Besing, 82, descending the ramp at the HyVee loading dock with goods bound for soup kitchens and food pantries, in Peoria.

Food delivery volunteers fill need Heart of Illinois Harvest volunteers help fill a growing need

STEVE TARTER

‌P

(PEORIA) Journal Star‌

EORIA (AP) — They might be considered the Three Amigos by the area’s hungry population. But Bill Saathoff, 86, Art Jenkins, 86, and Bob Hellrigel, 82, are just three of the 50 volunteers who help Heart of Illinois Harvest transport food from stores and restaurants to food pantries in the area. All three men have been volunteering one or two mornings a week for more than 20 years to the food rescue program that started in 1992 in Peoria. The all-volunteer effort transports seven tons of food a week, said program coordinator Tina Johnson. “Our truck goes out six mornings a week, and we have a van that goes out four mornings a week for pickups. Some volunteers use their own vehicles. “We don’t warehouse anything,” said Johnson, noting that volunteers pick up bread, rolls and packaged items donated by stores and take them directly to food kitchens operating in churches, schools and organizations throughout the Peoria area. Saathoff, Jenkins and Hellrigel visited Hy-Vee, Schnucks, Apple’s Bakery, Einstein Brothers Bagels, Panera and LaGondola for pickups Wednesday before making deliveries to places such as Friendship House, Hurlbut House and St. Joseph Catholic Church. Wearing bright blue HOI Harvest shirts, the three volunteers have become familiar figures at area stores and food pantries. “They know us,” said Hellrigel, a retired letter carrier who’s no stranger to making deliveries, having done it for 31 years for the U.S. Postal Service. The food that gets redistributed across the region fills

without charge for more than 20 years, she said. Along with continually seeking money to handle expenses, HOI Harvest also needs additional food donors, Cook said. “We get calls from groups and individuals looking for food all the time.” HOI Harvest also tries to help out with special events, said Cook. “We dropped off 3,500 pounds of food for the Mission for Mercy that’s scheduled to provide dental help for 2,000 people this weekend,” she said. Tina Johnson, Heart of Illinois harvest Additional volunteers to program coordinator make the rounds also are needed, said Cook, who serves as a residential mortgage lender for Heritage Bank a growing need, said Christy in Peoria. Cook, who chairs the HOI “It would be nice if we had Harvest board. “Our needs are growing like some additional people to give you wouldn’t believe. We don’t some of our dedicated people a day off,” she said. receive state money or United While volunteers such as Way funding, so we’re always Saathoff, Jenkins and Helllooking for donations and rigel don’t take many days grants,” she said. off, there’s an awareness Cook said the community has provided great support for that it wouldn’t hurt to have the group, citing Rocket Tire some backup. Service, 300 Edmund St., as “We’re going to wear out an example. The tire firm has one of these days,” Saaserviced the group’s vehicles thoff said.

“Our truck goes out six mornings a week, and we have a van that goes out four mornings a week for pickups. Some volunteers use their own vehicles.”

eeds Va r i e t y o f S t y l e s t o F i t Yo u r N

Lofted Yard Barn

#1 Metal Roofing & Siding • Treated Joists & Flooring • Condensation Barrier Maintenance Free • Choice of 17 Colors • Custom Built • FREE Delivery (Within 25 miles) Raymond H. Miller 3 miles west on Rt. 133 & 2¼ miles S. of Arthur 1872 Jonathan Creek Rd. or 5 miles north off Rt. 121 on Cadwell Rd. 217-543-3525 Sullivan, IL

Indulge in a hearty meal in our friendly, homey atmosphere.

* Soup & Salad Bar * Full Lunch Buffet * Full Breakfast Buffet * Daily Specials

Hickory Smoked Baby Back Ribs Drive-up & Catering Available

Ribs • Chicken • Brisket Pulled Pork • & More! Now Serving Breakfast Breakfast Hours 6 am-10 am

217-923-5100 7 Days a Week

Sun-Thurs 6 am-8 pm Fri & Sat 6 am-9 pm

Mouth-watering homemade breads, pies, cake and desserts

“The Place for Good Home Cookin” Rt.133, Chesterville • 217-543-2457 (located between Arcola & Arthur) Monday-Saturday: 6a.m.-2 p.m

Summer Fun & Summer Savings Glasses in an Hour or So... Even Bifocals Only at Illinois Express Eyecare Featuring Coles County’s Only Full-Service Lab

Visit Us Online At www.illinoisexpresseyecare.com

Now 4 lunch meals to choose from

COMPLETE GLASSES

(Frames & Lenses) 1 Pair Special Includes frames up to $119 Value with single vision lenses. Bifocals available at additional cost. Coupon expires 7/26/14.

189 G C

COMPLETE

LASSES and ONTACTS

Includes: Complete Exam, AV2 Disposable Contacts, 1 Pair Complete Glasses (Frames from select groups with CR-39 Lenses)

5k/10k Run • 5k Walk • 1 Mile Fun Run

217-234-9494 www.mattoonymca.org

SUNGLASSES SPECIAL FREE TINT WITH ANY COMPLETE GLASSES PURCHASE (CR39 LENSES) COUPON EXPIRES 7/26/14.

Check Out Our Oakley & Maui Jim Sunglasses

Second Pair of Glasses

FREE!

Buy A Pair of Glasses (even Designers) and Get A Second Pair Free (frames up to $179) For You...A Friend...or a Family Member Ask for details. Coupon Expires 7/26/14.

We Are Providers for EyeMed®, SBLH and Many More Insurances.

July 19, 2014 • 7am Start Specializing in

Full menu includes complete plate lunches with all the trimmings: soups, sandwiches, more!

Korner Cafe

Many other packages available. Call us for details. Coupon expires 7/26/14.

202 N. Haughton Hwy Greenup, IL 62428

Work Shop

Garden Shed Mini Garage

Program for Seniors

OPTIGOLD 60 30% OFF COMPLETE GLASSES

off 10 E E

COMPLETE

YE XAM

With Complete Glasses Purchase. Call us for details. May not be used with other offers. Coupon expires 7/26/14.

We’re now 1 Blk South of CC Mall, next to Days Inn Dr. Steve Lane, O.D.

HOURS:

Dr. Kelly Sanders, O.D.

MON.-FRI. 9:30 AM-6:00 PM SAT. 8:30-4:30

FREE ADJUSTMENTS

No other discounts apply

PHONE 235-1100 • 420 BROADWAY EAST • MATTOON, IL

Bagel 8

Tuesday, July 15, 2014 jg-tc | www.jg-tc.com

Submitted Photo‌

Shown from left to right are contestants in the 2014 Miss Bagelfest Teen contest including Caitlin Couch, Haley Beals, Elizabeth Rappe, Jayden Browning, Mikala Couch, Kirsten Edwards, Allisandra Feager, and Victoria Leitch.

Miss Bagelfest Contest set for tonight

‌M

Brookstone Estates Mattoon North & South Have Summer Sign-On Specials!!! We Are The Areas PREMIERE Senior Supportive & Independent Communities! Studio Apartments!!! One Bedroom Apartments!!! Two Bedroom Apartments!!! Two Bedroom Deluxe Apartments!!! ALL AMENITIES ARE INCLUDED!!! BUT WAIT! THAT’S NOT ALL! Sign On Now, And SAVE BIG Off Your 3rd AND 4th Months Rent!!! Brookstone Estates Mattoon North Accepting Private Pay, Private Insurance & Medicaid Just be 65 Or Older And Sign Up To Enjoy Your New Home!

DAWN JAMES JG-TC Staff Writer‌

ATTOON — It’s a bird. It’s a plane. It’s the Miss Bagelfest contest? Thirty-five young beauties will compete in three different categories in tonight’s Miss Bagelfest contest: Little Miss Bagelfest, preteen, and teen. The 2014 Miss Bagelfest Pageant is planned at 7 tonight at Williams Elementary School, 1709 S. 9th St. For those attending, don’t be surprised to see some of the best-looking nerds and superheroes. Contest/B3

Submitted Photo‌

In the front row (CLOCKWISE) from left to right are Rene Beltran, Briannin Garvin, Paiziah Chounard, Hadley Laster, Xiola Seymour, McKenzie Renfro, and Neveah Chounard. Not Pictured: Alphia Vatalaro, Lauren Turner

Brookstone Estates Mattoon South Accepting Private Pay Just be 55 Or Older And Enjoy All The Amenities Of A Resort & Keep Your Independence! Brookstone Estates North 1920 Brookstone Ln. in Mattoon (217) 235-5881

Stop By & Shop

Alamo Steak House Bath & Body Works Carson’s Christopher & Banks Claire’s Boutique Community Blood Services Mattoon Medical Center General Nutrition Center H & R Block JC Penney rue21

Local news, delivered Enjoy the Bagelfest!

Subscribe today! 1-800-453-2472

Check Out Our Daily Specials 230 E. Broadway • Mattoon (217) 235 - 1139 www.donsolmexicangrill.com Hours: Sun-Thurs 11am-9pm Fri & Sat 11am-10pm

Brookstone Estates South 2008 S. 9th St. in Mattoon (217) 235-5871

JG-TC Kirlin’s Hallmark maurices Payless Shoe Source Pro Nails Radio Shack Regis Hair Stylists Super Jumbo Buffet Taco Bell The Shoe Dept.

www.jg-tc.com | jg-tc

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

Bagel 9

A history of Lender’s bagels business ‌ ditor’s Note:The following was E originally published in the 1998 edition of the Bagel Gazette.

Submitted Photo‌

Shown are the contestants in tonight’s Little Miss Bagelfest contest. In the front row from left to right are Chiondra McWhorter and Morgan Fit. In the middle row are Leonee Dodson, Heather Carberry, Libby Douglas, Ayden Buckler, Alexis Miller. In the back row are Holley Parker, Jaydah Beals, Tatem Smith. Not pictured are Aasia King and Alieyaih King.

Contest From Page 8

Keeping in line with this year’s theme of “Big Bang Bagelfest,” pageant contestants will entertain focusing on many aspects of the hit television show “The Big Bang Theory” as they compete in this year’s Miss Bagelfest contest. Pageant directors are Heather Fitt and Jackee Metzger. “This is the first time that all contestants will have an interview,” said co-director Fitt. “The night of the pageant there will be questions to answer, and they will be judged on their walk and their poise.” Members of the teen group will be the only group evaluated on the presentation of their speech, she said.

Keeping in line with this year’s theme of “Big Bang Bagelfest,” pageant contestants will entertain focusing on many aspects of the hit television show “The Big Bang Theory” as they compete in this year’s Miss Bagelfest contest. The pageant will feature the Little Miss contestants singing a song about the stars and Spiderman. For the past several weeks, the preteen group has been practicing a dance to the theme song of “The Big Bang Theory” television show to

be in line with the theme of this year’s Bagelfest festivities. Each contestant will be dressed as a nerd wearing nerdy glasses and suspenders. Fitt said the teen group has really bought into the superhero realm of the show. From choosing to be an “Amazing Babysitter” to “Captain Veterinarian,” the girls have really been creative with representing themselves with a character specific to their speech, she noted. They have focused on the question, “If you could be a superhero, which one would you choose?” said Fitt, or “What makes you a superhero?”

In 1927, the only thing that Harry Lender brought with him to America (besides some clothes) was the bagel recipe he developed in Lublin, Poland. Seeing too many bagel makers in New York, he settled in New Haven, Conn. There he founded Lender’s Bagel Bakery: the company that would pioneer the bagel boom and build bagel awareness all over America. Within the first two years, Harry had saved enough money to send for his family in Lublin, Poland. The Lender family spent the next 30 years forming bagels by hand and baking them in their small store-front bakery. Their sales began to flourish when Jewish neighbors bought Lender’s bagels for Sunday breakfast. Soon, the Lenders noticed that immigrants of all backgrounds were frequenting the small bakery. In 1955, the family began to package and sell their popular product in local grocery stores. The Lender brothers, Murray, Marvin and Sam, who were by now the driving forces in the business, froze their first bagel in 1962. This meant that the bagel could still be made preservative-free, yet could be shipped anywhere. In the beginning, Murray Lender, the salesman of the family, began selling bagels to supermarkets in New York and New England. He wasn’t always received

with the enthusiasm he brought to these sales meetings. In fact, back then many buyers felt that the frozen bagel was the craziest idea they had heard of in years! Fortunately, the Lender persistence won out and soon bagel lovers all over the East Coast were enjoying the convenience and quality of Lender’s frozen bagels. The next 14 years saw many weeks on the road for the Lenders. Market by market, they expanded across America, much like the original pioneers did. After California became bagelized in 1976, Lender’s Bagels continued westward and northward, successfully reaching both Hawaii and Alaska.Today, Lender’s Bagels, whether the frozen, refrigerated or bread aisle variety, can be found in virtually every supermarket across the United States. America was eating so many Lender’s bagels that the little roundies couldn’t be baked fast enough. So, in 1976, Lender’s opened America’s then-largest bagel plant, in West Seneca, N.Y. As the bagel boom continued

to mount, in 1986 Lender’s opened the world’s largest bagel bakery in Mattoon. As the decades pass, Americans continue to discover the crusty outside and chewy inside goodness of bagels. Even a dreamer like Harry Lender would never have believed that his little backyard bakery could become the industry leader. But, as he used to tell his children, “It could only happen in America!”

HUNAN

RESTAURANT Since 1984

The Gourmet Cuisine of China The Food Of The Chinese Emperors

Open 6 Days Lunch & Dinner Sun, Mon, Wed, Thurs. 11:00-9:00 Friday & Saturday 11:00-9:00 Closed Tuesdays

$5.00

Daily Lunch Specials www.ChineseHunan.com

Parties & Banquet Rooms Complete Carry-Out Menu

217-234-4855 116 S 17th St • Mattoon

ENJOY BagEl FEst

A & A Lawn and Garden Tractor Service • Repairs & Tuneups • Blades Sharpened & Balanced • Painting • Small Welding

We Carry Gates Hydraulic Hoses CHARLESTON, ILLINOIS PHONE (217)348-0167 or 235-2143

900 Arthur - Mattoon, IL 61938

217-258-7835

analawn@consolidated.net Digital TV + High Speed Internet

TV + Internet + CCI =

CONNECTION 49

Digital TV + High Speed Internet as low as

95* a month when bundled

Plus get three months FREE!

Get three months FREE . . . that’s over a $149 savings! Bundle includes: • • • • • • • •

130+ local, national and music channels Free installation Wireless connections to move your TV all over the house Rental Movies on Demand, now in HD 3 Mbps High Speed Internet Free wireless router No usage limits Two year low price lock

You have options for BIG savings with CCI. Our TV and Internet bundles start at just $49.95/month!* Plus get three months free, that’s a savings of over $149! Add specially priced upgrades like HBO + HD Channels + DVR based on your needs and wants. Plus is about making it more. Making it better. Call 855.224.3958 or visit consolidated.com today!

Add HBO to your bundle and get one month FREE, then pay just $5/month! Now available: • Watch HBO GO on the go with your smartphone or tablet with TV Everywhere! It’s free to our TV, Internet and HBO subscribers. Visit consolidated.com/tve to learn more.

*Price does not include taxes, fees, surcharges or upgrades. Residential offer is available to new customers only. Price lock is on the base price of TV and Internet and does not include upgrades (such as Expanded TV Plan, HBO, HD Channels, DVR) or equipment, taxes, fees and surcharges. Three months free is on the base price of TV and Internet service and does not include any upgrades (HBO, HD Channels, DVR), equipment, fees and taxes. Offer expires on July 31, 2014, and requires a two-year service commitment. To view TV Everywhere content you need to subscribe to both TV and Internet service from CCI. In order to watch HBO GO, you must have a subscription to HBO. Not all station providers offer TV Everywhere content. HBO offer of one month free then $5/month for 11 months is only valid to new customers who purchase both TV and Internet service. HBO price increases to $15.99/month after 11 months. Terms, conditions and early termination fees apply. Services are not available in all areas. 102_01554.7.14.M

Bagel 10

Tuesday, July 15, 2014 jg-tc | www.jg-tc.com

Ken Trevarthan, Staff Photographer‌

Paradegoers along Broadway Avenue receive bagels via aerial delivery July 21, 2012 during the Bagelfest parade in Mattoon.

Bagelfest 2014 2013 is stacking up to be

Parade has ‘Big Bang Bagelfest’ theme

‌M

ROB STROUD JG-TC Staff Writer‌

ATTOON (JG-TC) — Those decorating floats for the 2014 Bagelfest parade are encouraged to aim for the stars, including stars of the comic book and science fiction world. The festival and parade have a “Big Bang Bagelfest” theme this year, paying homage to the popular “Big Bang Theory” sitcom on CBS. Regina Beals, tourism assistant with the city of Mattoon, said this theme offers science, outer space, nerds and geeks, superheroes, science fiction and many other possibilities as float decorating ideas. Beals said entries are still being taken for the parade, scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Saturday. Entrants can register by picking up a form at the Mattoon Tourism Office in the train depot on Broadway Avenue or by calling the office at 217258-6286. Entrants who register in advance will be given an assigned position within the parade lineup along Western Avenue west of 21st Street, Beals said. Last-minute entries on the morning of the parade will be arranged at the end of the procession. The parade route goes east on Western Avenue,

Regina Beals, tourism assistant with the city of Mattoon, said this theme offers science, outer space, nerds and geeks, superheroes, science fiction and many other possibilities as float decorating ideas.

the best one yet! Enjoy the festival!

briefly south on 19th Street, and then east on Broadway Avenue past Bagelfest at Peterson Park before concluding at the Cross County Mall. Beals said the parade always has a long procession of entries, including a Lender’s float with bagels, and the parade typically lasts approximately two hours. She said many Bagelfest visitors eat at the free bagel breakfast, set for 8-10 a.m. at the DeMars Center at Peterson, before watching the parade.

F m yyourr ffriends Fro i d att www.fnbbankingcenters.com Main Office: 511 Lake Land Blvd, Mattoon • (217) 234-7900 East Side Branch: 1121 Broadway Ave East, Mattoon • (217) 235-3699

Contact Stroud at rstroud@jg-tc.com or 217-238-6861.

We Make Car Buying As Easy As Get The

BEST PRICE

...AND THEN SOME!

Cedar City Motors TWO GREAT

LOCATIONS IN MATTOON! Now with Guaranteed Financing!

cell: (217) 549-4567 store: (217) 345-3673 afurry@pilsonauto.com

Cell: 217-819-2136

Enjoy The Bagelfest! Creating your

2000 Lake Land Blvd., Mattoon, IL 61938 pilsonauto.com

Best Financial Option Hurry! Contact me today!

1506 18th Street • Charleston, IL Or visit us online @pilsonauto.com

Ryan Hart

kcsummers.com

217-234-8863 Cell: 217-246-3802 Toll Free: 1-800-323-8478 Fax:217-234-3316 ryan_hart@kcsummers.com www.kcsummers.com 117 S 19th Street Mattoon, Illinois 61938

AVAILABLE AT BOTH LOCATIONS!

Ryan has been a part of the KC Summers family for practically his entire life. Starting as a crewman he learned early about the culture of customer service at KC Summers. In sales, he is very proud to be serving the next generation of KC Summers customers.

217-235-4136 Cell: 217-317-9364

Cell: 217-294-2111 Toll Free: 1-800-323-8478 Fax: 217-234-3316 garrett_lee@kcsummers.com www.kcsummers.com 117 S 19th Street Mattoon, Illinois 61938 Need a Bagel…Bagelfest 2014! Need a Great Deal on A New Vehicle…Garrett Lee!

Automotive Sales Professional

Automotive Consultant 217-234-2397 cnelson@pilsonauto.com Direct Line: 217-238-6737

Kayleb Burritt

217-234-8863

kayleb_burritt@kcsummers.com facebook.com/Kayleb.Burritt twitter.com/Kayleb_Carguy South Route 45 Mattoon, Illinois 61938 Toyota • Buick • GMC • Hyundai • Mazda Nissan • Scion • NEW & PreOwned

Nissan • Mazda

SHEILA

Toyota • Buick • GMC • Hyundai • Mazda Nissan • Scion • NEW & PreOwned

Jessica Parsley

(DRAKE)

MONROE

Bagelfest 2014

(217) 962-1075

Enjoy The Day…Then Head My Way!

sheila_monroe@kcsummers.com facebook.com//sheilahardingmonroe

2404 Lakeland Blvd Mattoon, IL - 61938

BAGELFEST 2014! ENJOY

FDIC

Amber Furry

Chris Nelson “Nelly”

2612 Marshall Avenue & 501 South 26th Street 217.258.6023

Garrett Lee

MEMBER

“We’re family”

117 S. 19th St. Mattoon 217-234-8863 kcsummers.com Call me! (217) 273-1008

Sales Professional K.C. Summers Toyota, 117 South 19th Street Mattoon, IL 61938 (217) 234-8863 or (800) 323-8478 Fax: (217) 234-3316 | Cell: (217) 273-6086 jessica_parsley@kcsummers.com

ENJOY BAGELFEST 2014!

www.jg-tc.com | jg-tc

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

Bagel 11

BEcomE a fan of “Visit Effingham” on facEBook www.visiteffinghamil.com 800-772-0750

Visit

Effingham Eat. stay. Play.

Firefly Grill The Cross at the Crossroads The Effingham Performance Center Tuscan Hills Winery Kevin Kilhoffer, Staff Photographer‌

2-year-old Jocelyn Bell, of Oakland smiles for the crowd during the Beautiful Bagel Baby contest at the Cross County Mall July 17, 2013.

Bagel Baby contest set for 2 nights ROB STROUD

JG-TC Staff Writer‌

‌MATTOON — The annual Beautiful Bagel Baby contest is scheduled to be held during the course of two nights for the second year in a row. Ages newborn to almost 1 and ages 3 to 4 will compete tonight, while ages 1 to almost 2 and 2 to almost 3 will compete Wednesday in the storefront next to J.C. Penney’s at the Cross County Mall. Each age group has a boys’ and girls’ category. The contests will start at 6 p.m. each night, with sign-in for children who are preregistered starting at 5:15 p.m. Beautiful Bagel Baby organizer Renee Fonner said the contest was split into two nights last year to make participation easier for the children and their families. She said the age groups have been arranged so that approximately half of the maximum 101 children will compete on the first night and the other half will compete on the second. Fonner said preregistration for Beautiful Bagel Baby always fills up quickly. She said some spots in the contest might still be available if preregistered children are withdrawn, which does tend to happen as families schedule their summer vacations. The contest is open to boys and girls ages newborn to 4 who live in the listening area for Cromwell’s 92.1 the Axe, 101.3 WMCI and 104.3 the Party. The child’s birthday must be on or before June 20, 2014, to be eligible. If a child turns 5 on or before July 16, 2014, he or she is not eligible. Fonner said Beautiful Bagel Baby has a theme from the “Big Bang Theory” TV show this year, just as the overall Bagelfest does, so she suggested that children’s outfits could incorporate the moon, stars or other space themes. She also said bagel themes are always welcome, but added that families can pick their own themes. No pageant wear or makeup is allowed. There will be two winners

from each age group, one boy and one girl. Winners receive a gift pack and the opportunity to ride in the Bagelfest parade. A People’s Prince and Princess also will be crowned based on money collected by the contestants for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Fonner, who works for Cromwell, said the names of

these top fundraising children will be announced July 17 on the radio. More information about the contest is available by contacting Fonner at 217-2355624 or rfonner@cromwellradio.com. Contact Stroud at rstroud@jg-tc. com or 217-238-6861.

Proud to be Local Owners

Theresa and Jason Gowin, Owners We thank the Mattoon and surrounding communities for your amazing support.

Gowin Estates Independent Living 60 Richmond Ave. Mattoon, IL www.GowinParc.com

Gowin Parc Memory Care Mattoon 217.234.3003 Pana 217.562.3004 Taylorville 217.287.7000 Paris 217.463.3003

Wabash Valley

Goodwill

Your Donations Change Lives Visit Our store 2 Blocks east of Bagelfest!

OFF the cOlOr OF the week sunday - saturday

with Goodwill Frequent shopper card 562 West Lincoln Avenue Charleston, IL

228 Broadway East Mattoon, IL

STORE AND DONATION HOURS:

MON-SAT 9am-8pm • SUNDAYS 12pm-6pm

www.wvgoodwill.org

TREC Trail

BAGLE 12

Tuesday, July 15, 2014 jg-tc | www.jg-tc.com

BAGEL 2

TUESDAY, JULY 15, 2014

JG-TC | www.jg-tc.com

Ken Trevarthan, Staff Photographer

Runners and walkers begin the annual Run For The Bagel at the starting area near the bus station on Broadway Avenue July 21, 2012 during Bagelfest in Mattoon.

Run for the Bagel features three runs, walk DAVE FOPAY JG-TC Staff Writer

MATTOON — There could be as many as 1,000 runners and walkers hitting the streets of Mattoon on Saturday morning for the 27th annual “Run for the Bagel.” Organizers expect the event’s runs and walks to draw a typical number of additional participants, according to Jill Rohr, race director with the Mattoon Family YMCA, one of the

at 7:10 a.m. and the one-mile run and walk are scheduled for 7:15 a.m. Runners and walkers should enjoy the courses for the event because they’re all fairly flat and shaded, Rohr said. There will be two water stations along the course and bagels and other food and drinks at the end. Participants can register for any of the Run for the Bagel’s events up until Saturday’s start. Registration is available in

Fees for the one-mile events are both $7 for timed runs and walks and $5 if not timed; that fee doesn’t increase after Thursday. An awards ceremony is set to take place in the Y gym starting at 8:30 a.m. Saturday. Awards will be presented in several different categories, most based on gender or age.

AUGUST

Fan enthusiasm appears to be equally strong for Nail and Friday night performers The Swon Brothers; Burgett said ticket sales are about even for the artists.

of a Million Dreams,” came out in November 2011. His latest album, “I’m a Fire,” debuted in March; the first single, “Whatever She’s Got,” reached No. 2 on the Billboard country charts after its release in fall 2013, according to the bio. Fan enthusiasm appears to be equally strong for Nail and Friday night performers The Swon Brothers; Burgett said ticket sales are about even for the artists, both sitting at more than half sold out as of July 2. The free Chris August concert will be 8 p.m. Thursday. Tickets for the 8 p.m. Saturday show by David Nail run $15 for reserved seating and $10 for lawn seating.

From A1

Submitted photo

David Nail

Please, recycle your newspaper

Keep Your Home PROTECTED

Local Franchise 40 Years In Business

2201 2201 Marshall Marshall •• Mattoon Mattoon •• 235-2847 235-2847 1010 Lincoln • Charleston • 348-1284

agelfest 2014 B y o ! Enj

Contact Fopay at dfopay@jg-tc.com or 217-238-6858.

Contact Burgstahler at kburgstahler@jg-tc.com or 217-238-6839.

www.jg-tc.com | JG-TC

TUESDAY, JULY 15, 2014

Creativity abounds in Bagel Bow Wow

BAGEL 3

DAWN JAMES JG-TC Staff Writer

MATTOON — Time is nearing for this year’s 2014 Bagel Bow Wow competition at Bagelfest. The annual event is planned for 2 p.m. Saturday at the Rotary Band Shell in Peterson Park. Dogs and pet owners alike can enjoy the competition. This year’s theme is just like that of the overall festival: Big Bang Bagelfest 2014. Judges for this year’s event are Jim Sears of K-9 Estates, Dr. Tammy Albin of Albin Animal Clinic, and Stacey Root of Soggy Paws. Some of the categories include Best Dog Trick, Owner/ Pet Lookalike, or the Best Bagel Dog. Pet owners must present proof of their four-legged friend’s vaccination. According to organizer Bernie DeBuhr, the Best Bagel Dog is the equivalent of the best of show category. He said it focuses on the pet and owner which best exhibit the theme of Bagelfest. Judges also will be looking for dogs that are happy, obedient, and carefree. DeBuhr has seen a lot of creativity throughout the years in the competition. He said people spend a lot of time in planning their costumes for themselves and their dogs. In the past, the competition has had as many as 45 dogs and as few as six, DeBuhr said. Clyde’s Animal Clinic will be on hand and will offer $20 microchipping with a one-year registration. The clinic will offer a wide array of goodies including gift certificates for a free new pet exam and for free heartworm products. Dr. Elizabeth Clyde is the veterinarian at Clyde’s. Ken Trevarthan, Staff Photographer If it rains, Bagel Bow Wow Bagel Bow Wow Contest contestant Sammie, held by Kelly Hovius of Mattoon, competes in the Best will be canceled, organizBagel Dog category July 23, 2011 during Bagelfest at Peterson Park in Mattoon. ers noted.

The Swon Brothers

SWON From A1

Submitted photo

and Colton were able to work with music video director Roman White, famous for his work with artists like Underwood and Kelly Clarkson. Now on tour, Colton Swon said the crowds just keep getting bigger. But sometimes it’s the shows that don’t go right that can make lasting memories, he said — one performance in Tyler, Texas, continued even in the pouring rain when fans stayed to watch. “(It looked) like we were just getting out of the shower with our clothes on,” Colton Swon said. Zach Swon said the brothers’ first album should have a release date soon, and Colton and he will be doing some shows with bigger artists as well as performances on their own. The overall experience has been a complete whirlwind, and a lot of prayer and hard work have gone into the process, he said. The brothers invite their fans to follow them on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Their Bagelfest performance will be at 8 p.m. Friday on the main stage. Tickets are $15 for reserved seating and $10 for lawn seating. Contact Burgstahler at kburgstahler@jg-tc.com or 217-238-6839.

BIG BANG From A1

113 N. Main, P. O. Box 231, Dieterich, IL Visit our website at: wrightsfurniture.com

Phone: 217-925-5228 Toll Free 1-800-214-0588

2303 Hoffman Dr., Effingham (Behind Village Square Mall) Mon-Fri 9-5, Sat 10-2 217-347-5030 • www.wrightathome.com

BAGEL 4

TUESDAY, JULY 15, 2014

JG-TC | www.jg-tc.com

A look back at Bagelfests

Kevin Kilhoffer, Journal Gazette, Staff Photographer

Melanie Newton, foreground left, and Ashley Mitchell, foreground right, both from Lovington, enjoy the sounds of Craig Morgan during Bagelfest at Peterson Park in this 2010 file photo.

www.kirchnerbuildingcenters.com Kansas, IL Marshall, IL

Kevin Kilhoffer, Journal Gazette, Staff Photographer

People move through the lines for free bagels at the Bagel Breakfast during Bagelfest at Peterson Park in Mattoon in this 2010 file photo

Rt. 49 North (217) 948-5121

Charleston, IL #1 Sixth St. (217) 348-0121

303 S. Sixth (217) 826-2371

Mattoon, IL 2403 Lakeland Blvd. (217) 235-0111

Casey, IL

Paxton, IL

Newton, IL

600 W. Main (217) 932-2811

349 N. Market (217) 379-2121

401 E. Decatur St. (618) 783-2388

Danville, IL 508 W. Williams St. (217) 442-2570

Mahomet, IL 201 E. Washington St. (217) 586-4931

Bryan Scroggins, with his son, Evan, watch as their dog, Fonzi, jumps through a hoop during the Bagel Bow Wow at Bagelfest at Peterson Park in Mattoon in this 2010 file photo.

Our Services:

Buy a Medium!

Get a Snack Free! Local news, delivered

BAGELFEST! Mattoon Market Place 124 Dettro Drive 217-258-9464 buffalowildwings.com

~ Modern Showrooms

~ Rooftop Shingle Delivery Available

~ Complete Special Order Service

~ Fast Accurate Quotes

~ Kitchen Design and Layout

~ Experienced Sales Force

~ Paint Color-Match Computers

Since 1906

We’re Celebrating

Subscribe today! 1-800-453-2472

~ On-Time Delivery Services

limit 2 per table. Expires 08.15.14

Evansville, IN 5625 Old Boonville Highway (812) 473-6400

Henderson, KY 883 Highway 41 South (270) 827-8410

Madisonville, KY 1265 Nebo Road (270) 825-0654

A look back at Bagelfests

www.jg-tc.com | JG-TC

TUESDAY, JULY 15, 2014

A float with a replica of the Clock Tower from Back to the Future travels on Broadway Avenue during the Bagelfest Parade in Mattoon in 2010

BAGEL 5

Kevin Kilhoffer, Staff Photographer

SHORT DRIVE TO

BIG SAVINGS! CHEVROLET

TOYOTA NEW 2013 Toyota Prius V

2014 Chevrolet Equinox LT

MSRP:

Versatile Interior-Room For 5 MSRP $27,710

$28,227

Dan Hecht Disc. $4,020 Rebate -$1,500

Dan Hecht Discount Total: $3000

Sale Price

#N6587

$25,227 Local news, delivered

$22,190

$369/mo.

2014 Toyota RAV4

2014 Chevrolet Cruze LT

90% Of All Rav’s Sold In Last 10 Years..Still On The Road! Top Safety Pick by IIHS

Top IIHS Safety Rating MSRP $20,960

Rebate

$500 Toyota customer cash on Rav4.

Subscribe today! 1-800-453-2472

Sale Price

32 MPG

#2655

42 MPG

#2434

-$2,500

Sale Price

$18,460

Gas

$285/mo.

2014 Toyota Tundra

2014 Chevrolet Silverado Double Cab 2WD LT

90% of Tundra’s sold over the past 10 years are still on the road today. High Resale Value Award

North American Truck Of The Year MSRP $38,345

Dan Hecht Disc. $1,600 Bonus Cash $1,000

Sale Price

$32,492

21 MPG

$492/mo.

#2288

Now 4 lunch meals to choose from

Prices and offers expire August 4, 2014. $1000 Customer Cash on Crew Max. Up to $500 on all other Tundra’s

LITTLE MEXICO; 1 x 4; Black; 20650889; CRYSTAL HO; BAGEL GAZETTE

TOYOTA CERTIFIED VEHICLES CARS

USED VEHICLES TRUCKS

PEOPLE HAULERS / VANS

SUV’S

13 13 12 12 12 12 11 11 11 11 11 10 10 10 09

13 12 12 12 11 11 11 11 10 10 10 09 08 08 04

12 12 12 12 12 11 11 11 11 11 10 10 09 07 07

TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA

COROLLA LE SIENNA VANS PRIUS C HYBRID CAMRY LE & SE RAV4 HIGHLANDER TUNDRA D-CAB 4X4 AVALON XLS PRIUS HYBRID CAMRY SE & LE SIENNA VAN TUNDRA D-CAB LTD SIENNA VAN LE PRIUS HYBRID COROLLA S

13 13 13 13 12 12 12 12 12 12 11 11 11 10 09

SPECIAL OF THE WEEK!

10 LEXUS RX350 4X4 – ONLY 48K MILES, LEATHER, SUNROOF, NAVIGATION TOO Payment based on$29700 only 10% down, months, 4.9% APR with approved credit. &72$469/MO

South Route 45, Effingham • 866-613-4058

BAGEL 6

TUESDAY, JULY 15, 2014

JG-TC | www.jg-tc.com

Murray Lender helped pioneer Lender’s, Bagelfest publisher of the Mattoon Journal Gazette/Charleston Times-Courier. “I remember him smiling all the time as he kept meeting more and more people.” Bagel makers and Mattoon owe a lot to Murray Lender. He and his brother, Sam, turned a urray Lender Hartford, Conn., bagel factory never met a into a national food brand, popubagel eater he larizing the ethnic food with didn’t like. chutzpah and humor. And there’s One of the advertising jingles a good chance he shook almost for the company, now owned by every bagel lover’s hand when he Pinnacle Food Group, was “If was in Mattoon, too, during the you don’t love Lender’s Bagels, early Bagelfest celebrations in you have a hole in your head,” this town. and 14 years ago Lender joined in The smiling bagel promoter the baking of the world’s largest died March 21, 2012, in a Miami bagel in a special brick oven at hospital, 10 days after a fall that the Mattoon plant. led to medical complications. Bagelfest started 28 years ago Lender, part of the Lender’s in Mattoon as a way to introBagels family that first opened an duce what the new Lender’s American bakery in 1927, was 81.” factory was making in Mattoon He loved people and loved on its northwest side. Lender bagels in that order,” said Bill helped promote the first free Hamel, who helped organize bagel breakfast along Broadthe first Bagelfest when he was way Avenue in Mattoon with By the JG-TC

(Editor’s note: This article by former JG-TC Staff Writer Herb Meeker tells a bit about the Bagelfest history along with acknowledging the death of Lender’s icon Murray Lender).

BAGELFEST 2013

Ken Trevarthan, Staff Photographer

Riders hang on as they take a spin on the ‘Vortex’ at the Bagelfest carnival midway at Peterson Park in Mattoon in 2013.

INSIDE PETERSON PARK MATTOONI,NSID ILLINOIS DE PETERSON PARK MATTTOON, ILLINOIS (217) 235-9711

Please, recycle your newspaper

(217 7) 235-9711

OPEN: SUMMERS EVERYDAY 12:00 - 9:00PM AND SEASONAL WEATHER PERMITTING

* Minature Golf *Batting Cages *Slow Pitch Baseball *Fast Pitch Baseball *Slow Pitch Softball SHAVED ICE • LEMON • SHAKE-UPS

www.jg-tc.com | JG-TC

TUESDAY, JULY 15, 2014

BAGEL 7

The Associated Press

Food delivery volunteers fill need Heart of Illinois Harvest volunteers help fill a growing need

STEVE TARTER

(PEORIA) Journal Star

without charge for more than 20 years, she said. Along with continually seeking money to handle expenses, HOI Harvest also needs additional food donors, Cook said. “We get calls from groups and individuals looking for food all the time.” HOI Harvest also tries to help out with special events, said Cook. “We dropped off 3,500 pounds of food for the Mission for Mercy that’s scheduled to provide dental help for 2,000 people this weekend,” she said. Tina Johnson, Heart of Illinois harvest Additional volunteers to program coordinator make the rounds also are needed, said Cook, who serves as a residential mortgage lender for Heritage Bank a growing need, said Christy in Peoria. Cook, who chairs the HOI “It would be nice if we had Harvest board. “Our needs are growing like some additional people to give you wouldn’t believe. We don’t some of our dedicated people a day off,” she said. receive state money or United While volunteers such as Way funding, so we’re always Saathoff, Jenkins and Helllooking for donations and grants,” she said. rigel don’t take many days Cook said the community off, there’s an awareness has provided great support for that it wouldn’t hurt to have the group, citing Rocket Tire some backup. Service, 300 Edmund St., as “We’re going to wear out an example. The tire firm has one of these days,” Saaserviced the group’s vehicles thoff said.

“Our truck goes out six mornings a week, and we have a van that goes out four mornings a week for pickups. Some volunteers use their own vehicles.”

eeds Va r i e t y o f S t y l e s t o F i t Yo u r N

Lofted Yard Barn

Indulge in a hearty meal in our friendly, homey atmosphere.

* Soup & Salad Bar * Full Lunch Buffet * Full Breakfast Buffet * Daily Specials

Hickory Smoked Baby Back Ribs Drive-up & Catering Available

Ribs • Chicken • Brisket Pulled Pork • & More! Now Serving Breakfast Breakfast Hours 6 am-10 am

217-923-5100 7 Days a Week

Sun-Thurs 6 am-8 pm Fri & Sat 6 am-9 pm

Mouth-watering homemade breads, pies, cake and desserts

“The Place for Good Home Cookin” Rt.133, Chesterville • 217-543-2457 (located between Arcola & Arthur) Monday-Saturday: 6a.m.-2 p.m

Summer Fun & Summer Savings Glasses in an Hour or So... Even Bifocals Only at Illinois Express Eyecare Featuring Coles County’s Only Full-Service Lab

Visit Us Online At www.illinoisexpresseyecare.com

Now 4 lunch meals to choose from

COMPLETE GLASSES

(Frames & Lenses) 1 Pair Special Includes frames up to $119 Value with single vision lenses. Bifocals available at additional cost. Coupon expires 7/26/14.

189 G C

COMPLETE

LASSES and ONTACTS

Includes: Complete Exam, AV2 Disposable Contacts, 1 Pair Complete Glasses (Frames from select groups with CR-39 Lenses)

5k/10k Run • 5k Walk • 1 Mile Fun Run

217-234-9494 www.mattoonymca.org

SUNGLASSES SPECIAL FREE TINT WITH ANY COMPLETE GLASSES PURCHASE (CR39 LENSES) COUPON EXPIRES 7/26/14.

Check Out Our Oakley & Maui Jim Sunglasses

Second Pair of Glasses

FREE!

Buy A Pair of Glasses (even Designers) and Get A Second Pair Free (frames up to $179) For You...A Friend...or a Family Member Ask for details. Coupon Expires 7/26/14.

We Are Providers for EyeMed®, SBLH and Many More Insurances.

July 19, 2014 • 7am Start Specializing in

Full menu includes complete plate lunches with all the trimmings: soups, sandwiches, more!

Korner Cafe

Many other packages available. Call us for details. Coupon expires 7/26/14.

202 N. Haughton Hwy Greenup, IL 62428

Work Shop

Garden Shed Mini Garage

Program for Seniors

OPTIGOLD 60 30% OFF COMPLETE GLASSES

off 10 E E

COMPLETE

YE XAM

With Complete Glasses Purchase. Call us for details. May not be used with other offers. Coupon expires 7/26/14.

We’re now 1 Blk South of CC Mall, next to Days Inn Dr. Steve Lane, O.D.

HOURS:

Dr. Kelly Sanders, O.D.

MON.-FRI. 9:30 AM-6:00 PM SAT. 8:30-4:30

FREE ADJUSTMENTS

No other discounts apply

PHONE 235-1100 • 420 BROADWAY EAST • MATTOON, IL

BAGEL 8

TUESDAY, JULY 15, 2014

JG-TC | www.jg-tc.com

Submitted Photo

Miss Bagelfest Contest set for tonight

DAWN JAMES JG-TC Staff Writer

Submitted Photo

Stop By & Shop

Alamo Steak House Bath & Body Works Carson’s Christopher & Banks Claire’s Boutique Community Blood Services Mattoon Medical Center General Nutrition Center H & R Block JC Penney rue21

Local news, delivered Enjoy the Bagelfest!

Subscribe today! 1-800-453-2472

Check Out Our Daily Specials 230 E. Broadway • Mattoon (217) 235 - 1139 www.donsolmexicangrill.com Hours: Sun-Thurs 11am-9pm Fri & Sat 11am-10pm

Brookstone Estates South 2008 S. 9th St. in Mattoon (217) 235-5871

JG-TC Kirlin’s Hallmark maurices Payless Shoe Source Pro Nails Radio Shack Regis Hair Stylists Super Jumbo Buffet Taco Bell The Shoe Dept.

www.jg-tc.com | JG-TC

TUESDAY, JULY 15, 2014

BAGEL 9

A history of Lender’s bagels business Editor’s Note:The following was originally published in the 1998 edition of the Bagel Gazette.

Submitted Photo

CONTEST From Page 8

Keeping in line with this year’s theme of “Big Bang Bagelfest,” pageant contestants will entertain focusing on many aspects of the hit television show “The Big Bang Theory” as they compete in this year’s Miss Bagelfest contest. The pageant will feature the Little Miss contestants singing a song about the stars and Spiderman. For the past several weeks, the preteen group has been practicing a dance to the theme song of “The Big Bang Theory” television show to

HUNAN

RESTAURANT Since 1984

The Gourmet Cuisine of China The Food Of The Chinese Emperors

Open 6 Days Lunch & Dinner Sun, Mon, Wed, Thurs. 11:00-9:00 Friday & Saturday 11:00-9:00 Closed Tuesdays

$5.00

Daily Lunch Specials www.ChineseHunan.com

Parties & Banquet Rooms Complete Carry-Out Menu

217-234-4855 116 S 17th St • Mattoon

ENJOY BAGEL FEST

A & A Lawn and Garden Tractor Service • Repairs & Tuneups • Blades Sharpened & Balanced • Painting • Small Welding

We Carry Gates Hydraulic Hoses CHARLESTON, ILLINOIS PHONE (217)348-0167 or 235-2143

900 Arthur - Mattoon, IL 61938

217-258-7835

analawn@consolidated.net Digital TV + High Speed Internet

TV + Internet + CCI =

CONNECTION 49

Digital TV + High Speed Internet as low as

95* a month when bundled

Plus get three months FREE!

Get three months FREE . . . that’s over a $149 savings! Bundle includes: • • • • • • • •

BAGEL 10

TUESDAY, JULY 15, 2014

JG-TC | www.jg-tc.com

Ken Trevarthan, Staff Photographer

Paradegoers along Broadway Avenue receive bagels via aerial delivery July 21, 2012 during the Bagelfest parade in Mattoon.

Bagelfest 2014 2013 is stacking up to be

Parade has ‘Big Bang Bagelfest’ theme

ROB STROUD JG-TC Staff Writer

ATTOON (JG-TC) — Those decorating floats for the 2014 Bagelfest parade are encouraged to aim for the stars, including stars of the comic book and science fiction world. The festival and parade have a “Big Bang Bagelfest” theme this year, paying homage to the popular “Big Bang Theory” sitcom on CBS. Regina Beals, tourism assistant with the city of Mattoon, said this theme offers science, outer space, nerds and geeks, superheroes, science fiction and many other possibilities as float decorating ideas. Beals said entries are still being taken for the parade, scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Saturday. Entrants can register by picking up a form at the Mattoon Tourism Office in the train depot on Broadway Avenue or by calling the office at 217258-6286. Entrants who register in advance will be given an assigned position within the parade lineup along Western Avenue west of 21st Street, Beals said. Last-minute entries on the morning of the parade will be arranged at the end of the procession. The parade route goes east on Western Avenue,

the best one yet! Enjoy the festival!

briefly south on 19th Street, and then east on Broadway Avenue past Bagelfest at Peterson Park before concluding at the Cross County Mall. Beals said the parade always has a long procession of entries, including a Lender’s float with bagels, and the parade typically lasts approximately two hours. She said many Bagelfest visitors eat at the free bagel breakfast, set for 8-10 a.m. at the DeMars Center at Peterson, before watching the parade.

F m yyourr ffriends Fro i d att www.fnbbankingcenters.com Main Office: 511 Lake Land Blvd, Mattoon • (217) 234-7900 East Side Branch: 1121 Broadway Ave East, Mattoon • (217) 235-3699

Contact Stroud at rstroud@jg-tc.com or 217-238-6861.

We Make Car Buying As Easy As Get The

BEST PRICE

...AND THEN SOME!

Cedar City Motors TWO GREAT

LOCATIONS IN MATTOON! Now with Guaranteed Financing!

cell: (217) 549-4567 store: (217) 345-3673 afurry@pilsonauto.com

Cell: 217-819-2136

Enjoy The Bagelfest! Creating your

2000 Lake Land Blvd., Mattoon, IL 61938 pilsonauto.com

Best Financial Option Hurry! Contact me today!

1506 18th Street • Charleston, IL Or visit us online @pilsonauto.com

Ryan Hart

kcsummers.com

217-234-8863 Cell: 217-246-3802 Toll Free: 1-800-323-8478 Fax:217-234-3316 ryan_hart@kcsummers.com www.kcsummers.com 117 S 19th Street Mattoon, Illinois 61938

AVAILABLE AT BOTH LOCATIONS!

217-235-4136 Cell: 217-317-9364

Automotive Sales Professional

Automotive Consultant 217-234-2397 cnelson@pilsonauto.com Direct Line: 217-238-6737

Kayleb Burritt

217-234-8863

Nissan • Mazda

SHEILA

Toyota • Buick • GMC • Hyundai • Mazda Nissan • Scion • NEW & PreOwned

Jessica Parsley

(DRAKE)

MONROE

Bagelfest 2014

(217) 962-1075

Enjoy The Day…Then Head My Way!

sheila_monroe@kcsummers.com facebook.com//sheilahardingmonroe

2404 Lakeland Blvd Mattoon, IL - 61938

BAGELFEST 2014! ENJOY

FDIC

AMBER FURRY

Chris Nelson “Nelly”

2612 Marshall Avenue & 501 South 26th Street 217.258.6023

Garrett Lee

MEMBER

“We’re family”

117 S. 19th St. Mattoon 217-234-8863 kcsummers.com Call me! (217) 273-1008

Sales Professional K.C. Summers Toyota, 117 South 19th Street Mattoon, IL 61938 (217) 234-8863 or (800) 323-8478 Fax: (217) 234-3316 | Cell: (217) 273-6086 jessica_parsley@kcsummers.com

ENJOY BAGELFEST 2014!

www.jg-tc.com | JG-TC

TUESDAY, JULY 15, 2014

BAGEL 11

BECOME A FAN OF “VISIT EFFINGHAM” ON FACEBOOK WWW.VISITEFFINGHAMIL.COM 800-772-0750

VISIT

Effingham EAT. STAY. PLAY.

Firefly Grill The Cross at the Crossroads The Effingham Performance Center Tuscan Hills Winery Kevin Kilhoffer, Staff Photographer

2-year-old Jocelyn Bell, of Oakland smiles for the crowd during the Beautiful Bagel Baby contest at the Cross County Mall July 17, 2013.

Bagel Baby contest set for 2 nights ROB STROUD JG-TC Staff Writer

MATTOON — The annual Beautiful Bagel Baby contest is scheduled to be held during the course of two nights for the second year in a row. Ages newborn to almost 1 and ages 3 to 4 will compete tonight, while ages 1 to almost 2 and 2 to almost 3 will compete Wednesday in the storefront next to J.C. Penney’s at the Cross County Mall. Each age group has a boys’ and girls’ category. The contests will start at 6 p.m. each night, with sign-in for children who are preregistered starting at 5:15 p.m. Beautiful Bagel Baby organizer Renee Fonner said the contest was split into two nights last year to make participation easier for the children and their families. She said the age groups have been arranged so that approximately half of the maximum 101 children will compete on the first night and the other half will compete on the second. Fonner said preregistration for Beautiful Bagel Baby always fills up quickly. She said some spots in the contest might still be available if preregistered children are withdrawn, which does tend to happen as families schedule their summer vacations. The contest is open to boys and girls ages newborn to 4 who live in the listening area for Cromwell’s 92.1 the Axe, 101.3 WMCI and 104.3 the Party. The child’s birthday must be on or before June 20, 2014, to be eligible. If a child turns 5 on or before July 16, 2014, he or she is not eligible. Fonner said Beautiful Bagel Baby has a theme from the “Big Bang Theory” TV show this year, just as the overall Bagelfest does, so she suggested that children’s outfits could incorporate the moon, stars or other space themes. She also said bagel themes are always welcome, but added that families can pick their own themes. No pageant wear or makeup is allowed. There will be two winners

Proud to be Local Owners

Theresa and Jason Gowin, Owners We thank the Mattoon and surrounding communities for your amazing support.

Gowin Estates Independent Living 60 Richmond Ave. Mattoon, IL www.GowinParc.com

Gowin Parc Memory Care Mattoon 217.234.3003 Pana 217.562.3004 Taylorville 217.287.7000 Paris 217.463.3003

WABASH VALLEY

Goodwill

Your Donations Change Lives Visit Our Store 2 Blocks East of Bagelfest!

OFF THE COLOR OF THE WEEK SUNDAY - SATURDAY

with Goodwill Frequent Shopper Card 562 West Lincoln Avenue Charleston, IL

228 Broadway East Mattoon, IL

STORE AND DONATION HOURS:

MON-SAT 9am-8pm • SUNDAYS 12pm-6pm

www.wvgoodwill.org

TREC Trail

BAGLE 12

TUESDAY, JULY 15, 2014

JG-TC | www.jg-tc.com