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A publication of the Herald & Review 601 E. William St. Decatur, Illinois 62523 217.421.6983 Fax: 217.421.7965 PUBLISHER Todd Nelson EDITOR Gary Sawyer ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Joel Fletcher
PHOTOGRAPHY Ralf Pansch
The Herald & Review is published daily at 601 E. William St., Decatur, IL 62523 by Lee Publications, Inc., a subsidiary of Lee Enterprises. Main phone: 217-429-5151 Advertising: 217-421-6920 Subscriptions: 217-421-6990 Any editorial content or advertising published is the property of the Herald & Review. The publishers and advertisers are not responsible for the accuracy of information contained within the publication. The Herald & Review is not responsible for typographical errors or accuracy of ads that are not provided camera-ready. The entire contents may not be reproduced in any manner, either in whole or part, without permission of the publisher. Advertisements are not endorsements by the publisher. The publisher is not responsible or liable for errors or omissions in any advertisement beyond the paid price of that advertisement. To subscribe or questions regarding subscriptions: 217.429.5151 To advertise or questions regarding advertising: 217.421.6920 To submit story ideas: 217.421.6983 e-mail: ralf.pansch@lee.net The Herald & Review is published daily at 601 E. William St. by Lee Publications, Inc., a subsidiary of Lee Enterprises. To advertise, call (217) 421-6920. © 2011 by Lee Enterprises, Incorporated Any editorial content or advertising published is the property of Lee Enterprises, Incorporated
welcome Decatur, Forsyth and Mount Zion are at the heart of Illinois. It’s why it’s call the heartland. The people are hard-working, resilient and welcoming. And it’s these people who will make your stay in this area enjoyable and memorable. There’s plenty for you to do and see. Illinois may be known as the Land of Lincoln but it’s this area with which the 16th President is most closely associated. There are many Looking for Lincoln activities in close enough proximity to make your stay with us enjoyable. Outdoor activities are plentiful too, whether it’s one of the many nature and hiking areas and trails, or water activities at Lake Decatur. As well, golfers will find courses to challenge every level of play. Whether it’s a unique dining experience, historic attraction or a golf course, you’ll find the utmost effort put forth to make your experience the best possible. That’s what makes the Decatur, Forsyth and Mount Zion communities and its people so special. Use this guide to make your visit with us special.
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ATTRACTIONS ANNA BETHEL FISHER ROCK GARDEN Nelson Park Blvd. and Lake Shore 10 a.m. to dusk, daily This landmark overlooking Lake Decatur, a favorite spot for a quiet stroll, was built in 1927 and reopened in 1993 following a prize-winning restoration. The secluded paths wind through rocky terraces lined with brightly colored annual flowers. Free. DR. BIRKS MUSEUM Millikin University, Gorin Hall 1184 W. Main St. 424-6337 1 to 4 p.m., daily Birks Museum has more than 1,000 vases, lamps and pieces of art glass, including Wedgewood, Tiffany and Boehm. Other unusual items include a brilliantly detailed Japanese bridal kimono and exquisite turn-of-the-century furniture by Emil Galle and Gustav Stickley. The museum also has become home for other university collections, including Chinese art objects. Group tours are available by contacting the museum in advance. Free. CHEVROLET HALL OF FAME MUSEUM 3635 U.S. 36 East 1-888-926-9843 or 791-5793 www.chevrolethalloffamemuseum.com 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday The museum has a wide variety of Chevrolet’s most popular cars and memorabilia from its early days through the present. Whether it was a race car, an Indianapolis 500 Pace car, or a show car, it’s on display at the Chevrolet Hall of Fame Museum. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF ILLINOIS 55 S. Country Club Rd. 423-5437 www.cmofil.com 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 1 to 5 p.m., Sunday Closed major holidays The Children’s Museum of Illinois offers two floors (more than 10,000 square feet) of exhibit space for school children, families and friends to explore. Visitors can wind their way to the top of Luckey’s Climber. Make a lasting impression in the PinScreen, 4 FALL/WINTER 2011 • THE VISITORS GUIDE
or anchor the WKIDS TV news desk. Special programs are planned for holidays. Free nights/days are offered every quarter. Admission is charged. Children must be accompanied by an adult. GOVERNOR OGLESBY MANSION 421 W. William St. 429-9422 1 to 4 p.m., Wednesdays and Saturdays, June through August 2 to 4 p.m., Sundays, June through August Home of Richard J. Oglesby, U.S. Senator and three-time governor of Illinois. Built in 1874, the Italiante home features Oglesby’s original library which has been lovingly restored with wallpaper and furnishings of the Gilded Age. Christmas Tea the second Sunday of December. Donations accepted. HIERONYMUS MUELLER MUSEUM 420 W. Eldorado St. 1 to 4 p.m., Thursday through Saturday You can’t turn on your faucets, go roller
skating, get a drink at a public fountain or drive your car without thinking about Hieronymus Mueller. Visit this interesting and award-winning museum.
The Lincoln Square Theatre plays host to a variety of entertainment throughout the year.
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HISTORIC DECATUR AUDIO TOUR 202 E. North St. 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday
Animals from around the world live as they would in the wild in this 15-acre zoo overlooking Lake Decatur. More than 400 wild and domestic animals from South America, Africa, Australia and three other continents inhabit the zoo. The zoo’s Shilling Environmental Education and Visitor Center features a gift shop, fully accessible restrooms and an education/conference room with outdoor amphitheater. You can take a ride on the Z.O. & O. Express train, grab a snack at the Zoopermarket concession stand, howl with the wolves in the Wolf Howl, feed pygmy goats in the Petting Area and visit reptiles, fish and amphibians in the Herpaquarium. A variety of educational programs are offered throughout the year. Admission is charged.
The Decatur Area Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Historical & Architectural Sites Commission invite you to navigate historic Decatur with an audio tour. The estimated driving time is one hour. Along the tour route you can find public restrooms downtown at the Macon County Building, the Library and Civic Center. You will also find a wide variety of restaurants. KIRKLAND GALLERIES Millikin University, Kirkland Fine Arts Center 424-6227 Lower and Studio Galleries: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday Perkinson Gallery: noon to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday Three galleries feature one-artist exhibits during the academic year. The Perkinson Gallery shows work by nationally known artists. The Lower Gallery’s displays often are of photography. Area and student artists display their works in the Studio Gallery. Free. MACON COUNTY MUSEUM COMPLEX 5580 North Fork Rd. 422-4919 1 to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday 1 to 4 p.m., fourth Sunday of the month Closed holidays The Museum is an official Looking For Lincoln coalition site featuring Macon County’s first log courthouse where Lincoln participated in five “Lincoln In Macon County,” the legal cases in the late 1830s, as well as showing Abraham Lincoln Theater. The Lincoln Connection exhibit features video in the artifacts and information on different aspects of Lincoln’s life, the Civil War and the Grand Army of the Republic that was founded in Decatur. Exhibits featuring historical artifacts and information about Decatur and Macon County from the 1830s to the present are also featured in the museum, along with an 1860s one-room school house, 1850s log house and 1920s railroad caboose located in the Prairie Village. Admission fee: $2 for adults; $1 for children 12 and under.
A wide variety of animals are plentiful at Scovill Zoo.
MILLIKIN HOMESTEAD 125 N. Pine St., 422-9003 2 to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, April through October Banker James Millikin built this stately brick mansion in 1876, the year of the United States centennial. The fully restored landmark is known for its woodwork, elegant fireplaces, plasterwork and etched and stained glass. Donations accepted. ROCK SPRINGS CONSERVATION AREA 3939 Nearing Ln. 423-7708 www.maconcounty conservation.org Nature Center: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday; 1 to 4 p.m., Sunday Homestead Prairie Farm: 1 to 4 p.m., S aturday and Sunday, June through October Closed major holidays Hiking and Biking Trails: 7 a.m. to sunset, year-round Located on 1,340 acres, the Rock Springs Conservation Area puts visitors in touch with the environment. Programs for all ages. Living History programs are offered in the Homestead Prairie Farm, a restored 19th century farmstead. Donations accepted, with fees for some events. SCOVILL ZOO 71 S. Country Club Rd. 421-7435 Open daily, April through October
SCOVILL HOUSE & ORIENTAL GARDENS 17 S. Country Club Rd. Open daily, 10 a.m. to dusk Chinese fu dogs guard the entrance to the Japanese-style garden in Scovill Park, originally part of the Scovill family estate. Its greenery, rocks, sand and water are ornamented with oriental sculpture and a graceful sod bridge. Nearby stands a gazebo, surrounded by a formal flower garden. Free.
EVERY DAY IS A CHANCE TO SEE THE BUSEY PROMISE
DECATUR: 130 N. Water St. • (217)424-1111 202 E. Ash Ave. • (217)425-8381 2505 N. Water St. • (217)424-5111 2070 S. Mt. Zion Rd. • (217)864-2300 SHELBYVILLE: 200 W. Main St. • (217)774-5515 Visit busey.com to learn more Member FDIC about The Busey Promise.
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SHOPPING Shopping in Decatur, Forsyth and Mount Zion is an enjoyable experience for the whole family. A variety of shops, from department stores to small boutiques, will tempt one and all. Visit a few retailers today, and take home just what you were searching for. The downtown area is always a good place to start, and Decatur is no exception. You can browse the unique boutiques and shops, and enjoy an
anchored by Von Maur, Bergner’s, Kohl’s, Sears and J.C. Penney. Other stores include Waldenbooks and Zales. Near Hickory Point Mall are several other businesses, including Best Buy, Lowe’s, Menards and Coziahr Harley-
Davidson/Buell. No matter the length of your shopping list or the length of your stay, there is something for everyone. Browse the boutiques and visit Decatur, Forsyth and Mount Zion stores for the best in shopping variety
atmosphere where history and the future meet. Downtown Decatur shopping includes, Fox’s Den, Brass Horn, Talbot’s, Raupp’s Shoes and Flora Gems. Throughout Decatur you’ll also find many other shopping opportunities, including Fairview Plaza, Brettwood Village, Northgate Shopping Center and two WalMart Super Centers (north and east). Just north of Decatur, in Forsyth, is Hickory Point Mall, which features more than 70 retailers. The mall is
Hickory Point Mall, Brettwood Village Shopping Center and downtown Decatur provide great shopping opportunities.
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Downtown 225 N. Water Street, drive-up Brettwood Village Shopping Center 3030 N. Water Street, drive-up
217.875.3131 www.hickorypointbank.com
South Shores 398 W. 1st Drive, drive-up
Member FDIC
Decatur Memorial Hospital 2300 N. Edward Street, Patient Registration Mt. Zion Area 1880 S. Mt. Zion Road, drive-up Forsyth 1401 W. Hickory Point Drive, drive-up
Takes American Express, Accel, Discover, Exchange, MasterCard, Cirrus, STAR, Plus, Visa, Pulse
*ATM is located at a Busey branch
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DINING FULL MENU Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar 1275 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth 875-0281
Donnie’s Homespun Pizza 126 S. Oakland Ave., 424-4344 Filippo’s Pizza 435 N. Hwy. 121, Mount Zion 864-4467
The Beach House 2301 E. Lakeshore Dr., 422-7202
Garcia’s Pizza 1099 W. Main St. 424-1800
Bizou 259 N. Main St., 422-7000
Godfather’s Pizza 4829 E. U.S. 36 864-9800 2860 N. Main St. 875-7000
Cheddar’s Casual Café 1340 Hickory Point Dr., Forsyth 877-3100
Little Caesar’s 1925 N. Water, 875-5898
Corona’s Mexican Grille 2350 S. Mount Zion Rd. 864-1028
Mancino’s Pizza & Grinders 2805 N. Main St., 876-7800
Diamonds Family Restaurant 2959 N. Oakland Ave., 872-1683 Doherty’s Pub & Pins 242 E. William St. 428-5612 Firewater Café 888 W. Eldorado St., 429-3395 Jimmy Ryan’s 101 S. Main St., Suite 800, 422-4700 McGorray’s Golf & Grill 2927 N. Water St. 330-6764 O’Charley’s 927 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth, 872-1672
Maustell’s Pizza 2245 E. Wood St., 421-9666 Paco’s Sol Bistro 237 N. Main St. 330-6483 Porter’s On Merchant 170 N. Merchant St., 429-0669 Red Lobster 997 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth, 875-3196 Robbies 122 N. Merchant St., 423-0448 Ruby Tuesday’s 4405 E. U.S. 36, 423-9989 Texas Roadhouse 1155 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth, 876-7380 PIZZA Clockwork Pizzeria 550 N. Van Dyke 330-7033 De Franco’s Pizza and Italian Restaurant 253 N. Main St., 420-6400 Del Carmen’s Pizza East 221 N. 22nd St., 428-5991 Del Carmen’s Pizza West 1601 W. Grand Ave., 428-7800 Domino’s Pizza 3030 N. Woodford St. 875-4772 1135 W. Wood St. 422-2244 1948 E. Eldorado 429-4155
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Monical’s Pizza 348 W. First Dr. 423-2333 2230 Mount Zion Rd. 864-2060 4333 Prospect Ave. 875-7340 Papa John’s 3082 N. Main St., 872-7722 Papa Murphy’s 4625 E. Maryland 864-3999 252 W. Mound Rd. 875-1700 The Pizza Factory 397 W. 1st Dr. 428-4400
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Pizza Hut 975 W. Eldorado St. 422-8777 910 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth 875-1603 910 Hwy. 121, Mount Zion 864-5114
Mi Pueblito 1607 W. King, 428-7610 Mi Taqueria 3715 N. Woodford St. 521-5389
Prime Time Pizza 2855 N. Main St., 791-5166
No. 1 Kitchen 973 E. Eldorado St., 428-9833
ETHNIC Aloha 3025 Kandy Ln., 875-5540
Olive Garden 3795 N. Water St., 877-7470
Asia House 3074 N. Water St., 875-7900
Panda Express 1085 Hickory Point Mall, Forsyth 875-5912
Carlos O’Kelly’s Mexican Café 2930 N. Main St. 877-0967
Pastabilities Italian Grill 134 E. Main St., 422-7278
The Chili Bowl 104 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth 872-7215 China Buffet 4280 Prospect Dr., 877-7880 China House 1205 E. Eldorado St., 423-8331 China One 2036 Mount Zion Rd. 864-4700 Chinese Tea Garden 105 N. Main St., 429-1688 Da Franco’s 253 N. Main St., 420-6400 Dragon Buffet 695 W. Pershing Rd., 876-8885
Pho Golden Bowl 4280 N. Prospect, Forsyth, 877-7880 El Matador 2912 N. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. 876-1827 2048 Mount Zion Rd. 864-4253 El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant 4204 N. Prospect 877-7547 First Wok 1683 W. King, 423-2900
Royal International Buffet 2036 Mount Zion Rd., 864-4700 Sloan’s Calzones 190 Merchant St., 422-4940 Tuscany Steak & Pasta House 1099 W. Wood St., 429-7000
Fuji Japanese Steakhouse 4929 N. Prospect 872-0600 Guadalajara 351 W. 1st Dr., 423-9724 House of Gyros 1819 E. Eldorado St., 424-8919 Junz Asian Grill & Bar 849 S. Rt. 51, Forsyth 875-9888 La Fondita 285 E. Ash Ave., 872-1471 La Gondola Spaghetti House 2825 N. Water St. 875-4888 2034 Mount Zion Rd. 864-4333 Lincoln Square Lounge/ The Other Side 121 N. Main St., 423-2180 Mi Jalapeño 108 E. Barnett Ave., Forsyth 875-6141 THE VISITORS GUIDE • FALL/WINTER 2011 11
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CASUAL FARE Blue Eggs and Ham 120 S. Oakland Ave., 542-1515
Paul’s Confectionery 999 N. Water St., 428-6665
Bob Evans 3020 N. Water St., 875-4577
Perkins Family Restaurant & Bakery 2999 N. Monroe St., 875-0743
Buffalo Wild Wings 851 S. Rt. 51, Forsyth, 877-8370
Pla-Mor Snack Bar 2121 N. 22nd St., 428-2222
Clare’s Family Restaurant 2502 E. William St., 428-3437
Raspberry Tea Room 5025 S. U.S. 51, Elwin, 865-2916
Common Ground 200 N. Oakland Ave., 424-3969
Robbies Outlet 118 N. Merchant St., 423-0448
Coney McKane’s 104 E. Prairie Ave., 475-1111
Southside Grille 799 S. 22nd St. 706-5255
Cracker Barrel 5120 Hickory Point Frontage Rd., Forsyth 876-8036
Sports Zone 4191 W. U.S. 36, 422-8800
Culver’s 2994 N. Water St. 875-2900 4850 Aldi Dr. 864-9600 Curly’s Bar & Pizza 2683 N. Water St. 875-9800 Debbie’s Diner 1404 N. 22nd St., 423-4130 Downtown Café 217 N. Main St. 428-1120 Dreamer’s Diner Chevrolet Hall of Fame Museum 3635 U.S. 36 East Duffer’s Grill Room at Hickory Point Golf Course 727 W. Weaver Rd. 421-6657
The Elbow Room 3775 N. Woodford St., 875-3067 Esker’s Tavern 1703 E. Clay St., 423-3518 Flipperz 1104 N. Main St., 329-0057 Gabby’s Restaurant & Lounge 1385 E. Pershing Rd., 877-1955 Garden Family Restaurant 696 E. Pershing Rd., 872-7227 Golden Glaze Donuts 3755 E. William Street Rd., 475-1828 The Greenhouse Restaurant 4191 W. U.S. 36, 422-8800 Grinder’s Gourmet Coffee Hickory Point Mall, Forsyth 872-5282 Hickory River Smoke House 2330 S. Mount Zion Rd., 864-1864 Home Town Buffet 944 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth, 872-8221
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Starship Billiards 3015 Grand Prix Dr., 872-8882
Steak ’N Shake 1330 E. Pershing Rd. 877-3231 2250 Mount Zion Rd. 864-6593 920 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth 876-0105
Jan’s East End Grill 566 N. Brush College Rd., 428-0094
Tasty’s Chicago Grill 824 W. Eldorado, 422-6060 1510 E. Pershing Rd. 876-0054
Lock Stock & Barrel 129 S. Oakland Ave., 429-7411
Thirsty’s Pub & Grub 1770 E. Pershing Rd. 875-6692
Main Hangar 910 S. Airport Rd., 421-7452
Triple Dog Dare Ya 1425 Hwy. 121, Mount Zion 864-5885
Panera Café 255 E. Ash Ave., 872-6435
University Dogs 1135 W. Wood St., 422-2288
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Vinnie’s Barbee-Q Hickory Point Mall, Forsyth, 875-2214
McDonald’s 4030 E. Boyd Rd. 872-1974 962 W. Eldorado St. 422-8149 109 E. Lucile Ave., Forsyth 875-7913 3005 N. Water St. 877-9259 2799 N. 22nd St. 425-2980 1909 S. Mount Zion Rd. 864-4937 1835 E. Eldorado St. 423-1775
The Wagon 1987 N. Jasper St., 429-2260 The Wharf 201 W. First Dr., 423-5450 Whit’s End 3663 E. William Street Rd., 423-9163 Wing Stop 1491 W. King St., 424-9464 FAST FOOD Arby’s Roast Beef Restaurant 1495 E. Pershing Rd. 877-7117 4303 Prospect Dr. 876-1600 1925 Mount Zion Rd. 864-3820 Burger King 1099 E. Eldorado St. 428-8024 1195 E. Pershing Rd. 877-9503 4241 N. Prospect Dr. 876-1130 Dairy Queen 610 Snyder 877-4131 230 W. First Dr. 428-1014 4605 E. Maryland 864-9610 Hardee’s 1080 W. Eldorado St. 428-6100 Jimmy John’s 100 E. Prairie Ave. 423-8323 2950 N. Water St. 872-8282 1130 W. Wood St. 425-2755 1910 Mount Zion Rd. 864-9999
Judy’s Kitchen & Catering 1045 N. State Highway 121, Mount Zion 864-4023 Kentucky Fried Chicken 105 W. Wood St. 422-4808 1310 E. Pershing Rd. 872-1725 Krekel’s 2320 E. Main St. 423-1719 1355 N. Route 48 362-0121 801 E. Wood St. 429-1122 3727 N. Woodford St. 875-4044 1340 N. Hwy. 121, Mount Zion 864-5725
Subway 145 E. Pershing Rd. 875-0885 566 N. Brush College Rd. 233-2231 1499 E. Eldorado St. 362-0123 1400 Hickory Point Dr., Forsyth 872-1121 Hickory Point Mall, Forsyth 872-6005 1411 E. Mound Rd. 877-0978 4224 Prospect Ave. 875-3910 1135 W. Wood St. 422-2036 355 N. Wyckles Rd. 233-3141 331 W. 1st Dr. 422-8643 1485 W. Main St., Mount Zion 864-0309 4625 E. Maryland St. 864-2221 1580 N. Hwy. 121, Mount Zion 864-0965 1015 W. Eldorado St. 429-0496 2300 N. Edward St. 876-8770 248 N. Park St. 330-1798 4030 E. Boyd Rd. 876-0508 Taco Bell 753 E. Pershing Rd. 875-0155 1991 S. Mount Zion Rd. 864-2900 1400 W. Hickory Point Dr., Forsyth 8761298 Wendy’s 102 E. Pershing Rd. 872-6440
Long John Silver’s 701 W. Eldorado St. 422-8977 1803 E. Mound Rd. • Decatur • (217) 877-1577 www.decaturfmc.org
Sunday Worship Services: 8:30 a.m. – Traditional/Blended Service 9:45 a.m. – Sunday School 10:45 a.m. – Contemporary Service 6:00 p.m. – Evening Worship Service Mondays: 11:00 a.m. – Worship Service 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. – Food Pantry Wednesday Evenings: 6:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m. Youth Group & Prayer Meeting
Pastor Gerald Coates
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THINGS TO DO ANTIQUES Bailey’s Corner 324 E. Ruehl, Forsyth, 877.4211 Downtown Antiques 254 W. Main, Decatur, 422.2228 Lily Pad 2125 East Eldorado Street, Decatur, 422.6095 Past Perfect Antiques & Gifts 1220 E. Pershing Road #1, Decatur, 876.7173 Remember When Antiques 4310 West Main Street, Decatur, 233.1059 Wabash Depot Antique 780 E. Cerro Gordo St., Decatur, 233.0800 ART GALLERIES The Art Shop 2828 N. Main, Decatur, 876.0823 Baron Studio & Gallery 1416 N Oakland Ave., Decatur, 424.1659 Chevrolet Hall of Fame Museum 3635 E. State Rt. 36, Decatur, 791-5793
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Decatur Area Arts Council 125 N. Water, Decatur, 423.3189 Kirkland Fine Arts Center 1184 W. Main, Decatur, 424.6318 North Fork Folk Art Center 5326 North Fork Road, Decatur, 422.0114 Nova Gallery of Art and Framing 160 E. Main, Decatur, 423.8606 Blue Connection 117 N. Water St. Decatur, 428-0112 Your Request Art Gallery & Boutique 3777 North Woodford Street, Decatur, 875.7085
BIKING, HIKING & RECREATION Rock Springs Conservation Area/ Fairview Bikeway, this scenic 2.9-mile paved trail passes through the wooded Sangamon River bottom from Fairview Park to Rock Spriings Center. Bicycle and pedestrian-only bridges span Stevens Creek and the Sangamon River, 423-7708.
Rock Springs Conservation Area Hiking trails of varying lengths are graded from easy to difficult. Open 7 a.m. to sunset daily, 423-7708. Sand Creek Conservation Area South Franklin St. Rd. Hiking and equestrian trails totaling 7.6 miles. Open 7:00 am to sunset daily. Check the website for trail conditions: www.maconcountyconservation.org. 4237708. Fort Daniel Conservation Area 4975 Fort Daniel Road. 4.5 miles of hiking trails, picnic pavilion and playground. Open 7:00 am to sunset daily. Spitler Woods State Natural Area 705 Spitler Park Drive Mt. Zion, IL 62549, 217.864.3121 Forsyth Bike & Walking Path The path starts at the Forsyth Village Hall, 877-9445. BOATING Boating on Lake Decatur is allowed year-round with a permit at the cashier’s window on the second floor of the Decatur Civic Center. One-day permits
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may also be purchased for $5. For general information call the Lake Management Office, 424-2837. For licensing questions, call 424-2709.
The Greater Decatur Y School of Dance 220 W. McKinley Ave. , Decatur YWCA 872-9922, YMCA 872-9622
BOWLING Spare Time Lanes-11th Frame 2870 N Jasper St, Decatur, 875.3141, 875.3142
Country Wranglers 362-1310
Pla-Mor Lanes 2121 North 22nd Street, Decatur, 428.2222
Dorothy Foster Dance 180 S. Glencoe, Decatur, 423-8907
CAMPING Friends Creek Conservation Area Located near Argenta. Campground has 35 camping sites, 16 with 30 amp electrical service. Picnic tables and grills. Water and dump station available, showers and flush toilets. Hiking trails, playground, and creek fishing. Open May-October. Call for rates 423-7708 or visit: www.maconcountyconservation.org. CROSS COUNTRY SKIING Rock Springs Conservation Area Trails are open from 7:00 am to sunset whenever there is at least four inches of snow on the ground. Free. Skis, poles and boots can be rented – call for fees and snow conditions. 423-7708. DANCING The Dance Centre 3163 N. Woodford, Decatur, 877.8876
Debbies Dance Studio 2828 N. Main, Decatur 877-9009
Jacqulyen’s Hawaiian Dancing 9219 E. William St. Oakley, 763-6018 Studio B 864-3115 or 422-1269 FISHING Lake Decatur Fishing permitted with a state license. For size limits and other restrictions, call the Lake Management Office, 4242837. Rock Springs Conservation Area Three ponds. State of Illinois limits and restrictions apply. State fishing license is required. 423-7708. FITNESS CENTERS Curves for Women 2605 N. Water St., 877-0687 1582 N. State Hwy 121, 864-2745 Decatur Athletic Club 1010 Southside Dr., 423-7020 THE VISITORS GUIDE • FALL/WINTER 2011 15
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SLEDDING Griswold Conservation Area West of Blue Mound. Bring your sleds from 7 a.m. - sunset daily, snow and weather permitting. Just off Illinois 48—Free, 423.7708. Nelson Park Near Lake Decatur, on Nelson Park Blvd., offers exciting, fun-filled, hilly terrain. Call Decatur Park District for hours 422.5911. SOFTBALL & BASEBALL Fans Field, Sunnyside & Rotary Park Diamonds Open May 9-Oc.r 12, 4228535 Borg-Warner Sports Complex 429-0788 TENNIS Decatur Athletic Club 1010 Southside Dr. Call for fees and to schedule court time, 423.7020. Decatur Indoor Sports Center 1295 W. Wood St., 429-3472 Club Fitness 2807 N. Main St., 872-2777 121 Fitness 1000 N. State Hwy 121, 864-5000 Greater Decatur Y 220 W. McKinley Ave., 872-9622 Image Health & Fitness 2003 N. 22nd St. (behind Pla-Mor Lanes), 424-9925 It Figures 2024 S. Mt. Zion Rd., 864-9315 GO-KARTS Pla-Mor/Pla-Land 2135 N. 22nd St. (behind Pla-Mor Lanes) Race mini-NASCAR go-karts around an almost 1/4-mile track, 233-6814. HOCKEY Ages 4 through high school can enjoy ice action by joining house teams at the Decatur Civic Center arena or travel teams playing home and away games. HORSEBACK RIDING Big Creek Riding Stables 4961 E. Lost Bridge Rd. Private lessons and group lessons, trail riding (horses available to rent) and birthday parties. Registered horse shows, rodeos, team penning and roping competitions held throughout the year, 864-3436. 16 FALL/WINTER 2011 • THE VISITORS GUIDE
Sand Creek Conservation Area Franklin Street Road. Daily trail riding rates: Macon County residents free; all others-$2 per day or $18 per year. Riders must bring their own horses. 423-7708. White Pines Ranch Corner of Walmsley & Allen Rd. Decatur, 865-2826 ICE SKATING Decatur Civic Center Arena October through March. Call for session times, 422-6161 MINIATURE GOLF Paul’s Puttin’ Place Nelson Park Boulevard. Regular hours are April-October, weather permitting. Call for hours, 422.2316. Pla-Mor and Pla-Land 2135 N. 22nd St., 362.5965 ROLLER SKATING Skateland of Decatur, Inc. 3710 Greenswitch Rd. Bring your own skates or rental skates are available. Inline skates are welcome. Call 872.0306 for price and hours. SKATEBOARDING Skate Park at Fairview Park Open 8 a.m.-dusk—7 days a week. Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat. & Sun. is for skateboarding. Tues. & Thurs. is for BMX bikes.
Fairview Park Tennis Complex Free—Nominal fee to reserve courts. Open May-October, 7 a.m. to dusk. For reservations, call 421.7432 or 422.8535.Free tennis courts are located in city parks, including Kiwanis, Sinawik, South Shores and Cresthaven. THEATRES Avon Theatre PO Box 1190, Decatur, 422.8151 Lincoln Square Theatre 127 North Main Street, Decatur, 422.4300 Strand Cinemas 5130 East Fitzgerald Road, Decatur, 864.4272 Hickory Point Twelve Cinemas 150 Hickory Point Court, Forsyth, 875.1618, www.gkctheatres.com WALL SPORTS Decatur Athletic Club 1010 Southside Dr. Call 423-7020. Greater Decatur Y 220 W. McKinley Ave. Raquetball, handball and squash. Call to schedule court time, 872-9622. Decatur Indoor Sports Center 1295 W. Wood St. Rock climbing, wall, group rates available and reservations are encouraged, 429-3472.
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GOLF COURSES Country Club of Decatur
Hickory Point Golf Course
135 N Country Club Rd, Decatur 429-7823 18 Holes • Private • Driving Range
Weaver Rd., Decatur, 421-7444 18 Holes • Public • Driving Range • Rental Clubs Credit Cards Accepted
Red Tail Run Golf Club
Scovill Golf Course
by Raymond Floyd, 520 W. Grove Rd., Decatur, 422-2211 18 Holes • Public • Driving Range • Rental Clubs Credit Cards Accepted
3909 W. Main St., Decatur, 429-6243 18 Holes • Public • Driving Range • Rental Clubs Credit Cards Accepted
South Side Country Club W. Grove Rd., Decatur, 428-4851 18 Holes • Private • Driving Range • Rental Clubs Credit Cards Accepted
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CALENDAR AUGUST Aug. 1 - 6 USTA/URSULA BECK PRO TENNIS CLASSIC, Fairview Tennis Complex, Decatur. 423-7020.
Aug. 1 - 2 TEAM SOY DECATUR JUNIOR OPEN GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP, Scovill Golf Course and Hickory Point Golf Course, Decatur. 429-6243.
Aug. 2 DECATUR PARK SINGERS & YOUNG PARK SINGERS, Monroe Park, Decatur.
Aug. 3 DECATUR PARK SINGERS – 75TH ANNUAL LANTERN PARADE, Fairview Park, Decatur.
Aug. 4
Aug. 10 DECATUR PARK SINGERS & YOUNG PARK SINGERS, 6 p.m., Fairhaven Christian Home, Decatur.
Aug. 11 BIKE NITE, 6 p.m., Bourbon Barrel, Decatur. 428-4487.
Aug. 19 - 21
The Farm Progress Show returns to Progress City, USA in 2011. USTA/MEN’S MIDWEST HARDCOURT Sept. 17 TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS, INTERNATIONAL RED PANDA Fairview Park Tennis Complex, Decatur. DAY, Scovill Zoo, Decatur. 421-7432.
Aug. 20 - 21
Sept. 30 SWING NIGHT 7, 6 p.m., Gaitros FBO Hangar, Decatur Airport.
BIKE NITE, 6 p.m., AIW Hall, Decatur. 428-4487.
DARRYL STOCK/LOCK STOCK & BARREL 2-MAN, Hickory Point Golf Course and Scovill Golf Course, Decatur.
Aug. 5 - 7
Aug. 27
Oct. 9
DECATUR CELEBRATION. 5 p.m., Friday, 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday, downtown Decatur. 423-4222.
ZOO-RIFIC, 5 p.m., Scovill Zoo, Decatur. 422-5911.
CRUISIN’ ROOSTERS CAR SHOW, 1 p.m., Sliderz Bar & Grille, Long Creek. 429-9744.
Aug. 6 - 7 DECATUR CITY ADULT TENNIS TOURNAMENT, Fairview Park Tennis Complex, Decatur. 520-6084 or 4217432.
Aug. 6 DECATUR PARK SINGERS DECATUR CELEBRATION, 2 and 7 p.m. Central Park, Decatur. 423-4222.
OCTOBER
Aug. 30 – Sept. 1 FARM PROGRESS SHOW, Progress City USA, 1 College Park, Decatur. (309) 586-5888.
Aug. 31 RODNEY ATKINS, 5 p.m., Progress City USA, 1 College Park, Decatur. (309) 586-5888.
SEPTEMBER
Oct. 13 – 16; Oct. 20 – 23; Oct. 27 – 31 BOO AT THE ZOO, 5:30 p.m., Scovill Zoo, Decatur.
Oct. 22 JUVAE JAZZ SOCIETY: THE ORIGINAL WILDCAT JASS BAND, 5 p.m., Decatur Club, Decatur. 877-4527.
Aug. 7
Sept. 8
NOVEMBER
“JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT,” presented by LITTLE THEATRE - ON THE SQUARE, 7:30 p.m., Nelson Park, Decatur.
BIKE NITE, 6 p.m., Coziahr HarleyDavidson/Buell, Forsyth. 428-4487.
Nov. 10 and 12
Aug. 8 DECATUR PARK SINGERS & YOUNG PARK SINGERS, 6 p.m., First Christian Church, Decatur.
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DECATUR AREA ARTS COUNCIL BUS TRIP: “BILLY ELLIOT,” Madden Arts Center, Decatur. 423-3189.
GARDEN CLUB OF DECATUR FLOWER SHOW, 9 a.m., First Christian Church, Decatur.
DECEMBER Dec. 10
Sept. 11 GRANDPARENTS’ DAY, 1 p.m., Scovill Zoo, Decatur.
PAJAMA PARTY WITH SANTA, 1 and 5 p.m., Scovill Zoo, Decatur. 421-7435.
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