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MacArthur Choir & Orchestra MacArthur High School hosted its annual Winter Concert, which featured both the choir and orchestra. Students dedicated special performances to one of their classmates who had recently received a heart transplant. As is tradition, senior class choir members wore Santa hats.

95Q Secret Santa Concert

A long-awaited reveal party delivered Country music up-and-comers Canaan Cox, Jillian Cardarelli and headliner Chuck Wicks in the 95Q Secret Santa Concert at the Decatur Civic Center on December 9.

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Millikin Cookie Party

Millikin University continued a long-standing tradition, holding its 84th annual Cookie Party for members of the University community on December 6. The event featured over 5,000 cookies from Millikin faculty and staff plus holiday music by students from Millikin's School of Music.

Parent-Leaders at Work

On December 7 the Parent Leadership Initiative-Macon County gathered to grow community potential. The group's main focus is to become leading advocates for children in Macon County. Amber Kaylor presented on the Children's Museum of Illinois and its role as an educational resource. Afterward, Parent Leaders communicated ideas on how to enhance services for children and families.

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West End Boogie

West End Boogie took to the stage at the VFW December 9 playing hits from the '50s, '60s and '70s. The VFW Hall hosts live music performances every Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Chili Bowl Event

90's Daughter Rocks the Gin Mill

Millikin University students were hard at work this semester creating works of art for a hot cause. On December 8 they served up chili in customcreated bowls to raise funds for Good Samaritan Inn.

In early December, 90's Daughter brought its special blend of party music to a full house at The Gin Mill in downtown Decatur.

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SPOTLIGHT

by Katie O'Riley

Knockerball Max - A Whole New Ball Game! Are you ready to get in the ball? Knockerball is finally here! The concept is simple: Get in an inflatable ball and roll, flip and bump into other people. You can also play organized games like KnockerSoccer or Combat Knockerball, but the real enjoyment is from defying gravity and laughing at your competitors. Dan Nash, owner of Knockerball Max, says Knockerball has really taken off – it’s a big hit at fairs, festivals and Illini football games – and Hickory Point Mall has the biggest indoor Knockerball area in the country! “This community is amazing, embracing Knockerball, and definitely surpassed our expectations… I believe there are a lot of positive things going on in Decatur and Macon County; the quality of life here is good,” says Dan. Knockerball is popping up all over the country, with more than 300 affiliates in the US! Anyone from ages 2-92 who can walk can participate, and different sized balls are available for different sized people. You can play organized games like KombatBow Archery Tag or Knockerball Football, rent out the space for a party or event or just come to have a great time and knock your friends down! And if you want to really get the ball rolling (or sliding), try Knockerball… On Ice! At the Decatur Civic Center, you can get into a Knockerball and play on the ice. For one hour every Sunday through March, Knockerball will be open to the public at the Decatur Civic Center. Want to try before you slide (or play Knocker Hockey)? Check out a video of Knockerball on Ice at the mall location. On the ice, you can go faster, but it will be a little colder. With traditional play, you have

a little more room to move around, but both are equally as fun. What’s it like? Imagine you’re in a giant bubble of saran wrap. The primary focus of Knockerball Max is to keep you safe and have fun. Be sure to keep an eye out for Knockerball tournaments on weeknights—fun for all ages!

GET THERE Kickerball & Knockerball On Ice! Decatur Civic Center – 11:45 am Sundays through March Hickory Point Mall – year-round, see website for hours 416-8477, find them on Facebook knockerballmax.com/Mall knockerballmax.com/civiccenter/

Katie O'Riley is a freelance writer.

Preschool Activities

Johns Hill Center (601 S. Jasper) Calendar Kids Jan. 8 / Snowmen & Snowflakes

Early Explorers

Jan. 12 / Safari Adventure

Super Snackers

Jan. 15 / Ham & Cheese Pockets

DISC (1295 W. Wood) Toddler Open Gym

Wednesdays, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. through Mar. 28

Super Saturday Recess Saturdays 10 a.m. - noon through Feb. 10

DISC Stroller Club

Tues/Thurs, 9 - 11 a.m. ongoing

For prices and details, visit decatur-parks.org

at Millikin University

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THE FOOD DUDE

by T. F. DUDE

Feel the burn at India's Kitchen As I was still mourning the loss of my beloved Tandoor Indian Grill, I saw a beacon of light on Pershing Road with a sign that said, “Coming Soon--India’s Kitchen!” I was ecstatic. I was also thrilled to find out there would be a buffet not only for lunch but also for dinner, and this opportunity made me a very happy dude. I immediately made plans for my first visit. Upon arrival, my “dudes” and I were warmly greeted by a friendly gentleman in a turban, who quickly escorted us to a table. We ordered our drinks, and without hesitation, we were off to the buffet. For starters there were a couple of appetizer options like Veg Samosa, potatoes and green peas floured and fried, and Fish Pakora, a crispy battered fish. Both were very tasty. Moving on to the main course options, I was delighted to find several to choose from. Tandoori Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Vindaloo and Goat Curry were dishes for the carnivores, but there are also several vegetarian options such as Kadi Pakora, crispy battered veggies cooked in yogurt and spices, Saag Paneer, homemade cheese cooked in spinach, greens and cream, and Malai Kofta, mixed veggies and cheese balls cooked in a creamy sauce. And don’t forget the rice, lots of rice! Last but not least, my very favorite thing on earth, the naan. Naan, a flatbread cooked in a tandoor oven, is warm and fresh and is worth every, single, carb.

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They also offer a small salad bar with lettuce, fruits and several sauces along with rice pudding and Gulab Jamun (cheese balls cooked in sugar) for dessert. I didn’t have room on my plate for everything, but what I did sample was delicious, and I knew immediately that I would be a regular customer, no doubt about it. For those of you who have never tried Indian cuisine, don’t be afraid. A buffet is a great way to sample a lot of different flavors and see what dishes you like. For beginners, I recommend the Chicken Tikka Masala or the Chicken Vindaloo, which have a little kick to them as far as spice and just enough cilantro to make these two dishes my very favorites. Spoon these over a bed of rice, and you can’t go wrong. Another perk to India’s Kitchen is that you can order take-out quickly and easily with online ordering or by using the app Khana2Go. Just choose from the extensive menu and pick up your order within minutes. Easy peasy. If you’re in the mood for something different and a little spicy, let India’s Kitchen do the cooking. And don’t forget the naan!! GET THERE India's Kitchen 2912 N. Martin Luther King Dr., Decatur 706-5111, www.decaturindian.com Open every day 11a - 3p & 4:30p - 9:00p

The Food Dude is not a professional food critic. He just really, really likes food.

Susan Williams Fund Raiser Sat, Jan 6, 8-11p ($5 Cover) Tas Cru Sun, Jan 7, 3-6p

Michael Charles Sun, Jan 14, 3-6p Lady Luck Sat, Jan 20, 9p-1a Funkie Mo Jo Daddie Sun, Jan 21, 3-6p Jeremiah Johnson Sun, Jan 28, 3-6p

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WILDCARD

by Caroline Bruder

4D Fun with Mark Nizer & Kirkland Mark Nizer, an accomplished performer who has been wowing audiences the world over for years, is used to delivering the so-called impossible to mesmerized audiences—in fact, he began his act as a child. Describing that act, though, is a little more complicated. You could start by noting that Mark is an accomplished juggler, who began juggling as a child when his mother signed him up for lessons. After he became a whiz at juggling balls, he began to juggle “crazier and crazier” items, including electric carving knives (turned on), a bowling ball and even a propane tank. “My friends in high school would say, ‘Hey Mark, juggle this,’” he says. “I was always up for the challenge.” Mark worked in a hardware store in high school and scanned the aisles looking for things to juggle. “That’s how I landed on the electric carving knife,” he laughs. While attending college, Mark took his act to the streets, incorporating his natural affinity for comedy into his juggling routine. He went on to win a talent contest—“sort of the early version of Star Search,” he says—and began performing for bigger and bigger audiences, alongside performers like Bob Hope and Ray Charles.

Currently, Mark’s act, “Mark Nizer 4D: Expect the Impossible!” features much more than juggling crazy items: He incorporates comedy, technology and visuals into the act. Every audience member gets a pair of special 3D glasses that shift the way they see the colors Mark uses in his show. For example, the color red appears in the foreground of the audience’s vision, the color blue appears in the background, and the color green appears in the middle. This makes for a wild visual experience when Mark juggles blue and red objects while also using a green laser. “I also juggle a metal pipe filled with sensors that connect to audience members' phones, and the phones all sync and become part of the light show,” he explains. Like we said, expect the impossible! GET THERE Mark Nizer 4D: The Only Live 3D Show in the World Kirkland Fine Arts Center January 27, 2018 7:30 pm Tickets $15/$20/$25. K-12 student tickets$10 with paid adult (discount not available online). Purchase tickets online (millikin.edu/ mevents/mark-nizer-4d), or call the Kirkland Ticket Office, 424-6318.

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Caroline Bruder is a freelance writer.

The Greater Decatur Chorale Presents...

“The Great American Songbook” January 12, 13 & 14

Richland Community College Shilling Auditorium $10 in advance or $12 at the door. Free Parking. Accessible seating available.

FATHER

daughter DANCE Saturday, January 27

Buffet dinner 5 - 6 p.m. Hickory Point Banquet Facility $30 (add $10 for each additional sibling) Call 422-5911 for tickets! • decatur-parks.org

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Conversation with A Picker Written by Olivia Jones

Picking…that art of hunting flea markets, antique shops and thrift stores for those unique finds made wildly popular by shows like American Pickers and Junk Gypsies, and a favorite pastime for hundreds of Decaturites. But how do you find the honey spots? Natalie McKee has been combing the county for years, turning trash into treasure. We asked for her local-made tips and tricks for finding that diamond in the rough.

There’s something about the thrill of hunting through flea markets and antique shops to find those one of a kind pieces that appeals to all of us. For Natalie, it started out when, as a newborn photographer, she was trying to find vintage pieces for unique setups. “When I’m out antiquing, people often ask what I’m going to do with the items I just purchased. I always reply, 'I’m going to put a baby in it,'” Natalie says. “They look at me crazy until I explain I’m a photographer, and these items are one-a-kind statement pieces for sessions.”

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Natalie says she’s hit over 100 antique stores, thrift stores and flea markets across the Midwest this year alone. With all that experience we were eager to find out her top secrets. She always recommends attending 3rd Sunday Market, which runs May through October at Decatur’s Progress City. Another tip: “One secret I would say is to keep up with your local antique dealers. A lot of the places in town have a little book to write down what you are looking for, so if they find an item

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 they can tell you,” Natalie says. “Also sometimes it’s the luck of the find and if the picker gods are in your favor.” Some of her favorite shops are the Raspberry Tea Room in Elwin and Never Forgotten Thymes in downtown Decatur. Her favorite find to date is an old iron crib, which came from Never Forgotten Thymes. While some people refurbish finds, McKee likes the wear and tear that give the item character. “I don’t refurbish anything unless the item I’m going to use is super rusted out and would look cute painted.” Natalie doesn’t personally keep every find; she resells them to newborn photographers around the world. “I pick for my customer; I pair the item with other items for the perfect photo setup,” she explains. Natalie started her resale business in 2012 making her own headbands and then began to shop around to find props that would photograph well with a baby. “I was in a few photography groups, and people wanted to know where I found all my goodies,” she says. “I would share, and they’d want me to hunt for them and ship it.” She encourages people interested in picking to make sure to scout their local area and become friends with the dealers. They’re there to help you find what you’re looking for. Natalie saved the best piece of advice for last: “Make sure you’re ready to dig,” she says. “Some items I’ve found have been buried under a pile of other items. And bring a partner! That will help put more eyes out.”

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Mark Nizer 4D

Mojo and the Bayou Gypsies

SEASON SHOWS

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For nearly 50 years, Kirkland has been the place to be for live performing arts in Decatur and the surrounding areas. The tradition continues this season with a distinct lineup that is family-friendly and fun for all! From an evening with queen of bluegrass Rhonda Vincent to the #1 Michael Jackson tribute in the world, you'll enjoy a spectacular season!

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MARK NIZER 4D - EXPECT THE IMPOSSIBLE! JANUARY 27 | Tickets $15−$25; School Age $10 MOJO AND THE BAYOU GYPSIES - ZYDECO FEBRUARY 24 | Tickets $20−$30; School Age $10 RHONDA VINCENT - QUEEN OF BLUEGRASS MARCH 24 | Tickets $25−$35; School Age $10 CATAPULT - SHADOW DANCE APRIL 7 | Tickets $15−$25; School Age $10 MJ LIVE! - #1 MICHAEL JACKSON TRIBUTE IN THE WORLD! MAY 11 | Tickets $30−$50; School Age $10

January EVERY DAY Art in Decatur Each location with a unique art exhibit. Specific dates and times determined by each location. Blue Connection [117 N Water St], Decatur Airport [910 S Airport Rd], Decatur Area Arts Council [125 N Water St, 423.3189], Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin St], RCC: Erlanson Gallery [One College Park], Gallery 510 [160 E Main St, 422.1509], MU: Perkinson Gallery [1184 W Main], Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln], Wildflour Bakery [256 W Main] Times Vary EVERY MONDAY Modern Monday (starts 1.8) Join us for Modern Monday! Modern Format Tournament! $6, Board Knight [228 W Main, Find us on Facebook] 6-9p Barn Colony Artists (begins 1.8) Cheryl Mahnke, Zentangle (1.8); Stephen Gardner, acrylic, landscapes and clouds (1.15, 1.22); Work night (1.29). Free, Madden Arts Center [125 N Water, decaturarts.org] 7-9p

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EVERY MONDAY & WEDNESDAY Pickleball Open Play (begins 1.3) Pickleball is easy to learn and play, whether you're 5, 85 or somewhere in between. Paddles are available for a small fee. $2 (non-member), Free (member), DISC [1295 W Wood, 422.5911, decatur-parks.org] 9a-12p EVERY TUESDAY Country Line Dance Come join a fun-filled evening, meet new people and learn to country line dance. 7-8p (Class), 8-9 (Dance). Knights of Columbus Hall [520 E North St] 7-9p Yoga at the Library (begins 1.9) Come to relax and center yourself with Yoga at the Library. We have three amazing instructors! The sessions are relaxed and open to all levels. Dress comfortably and bring your own mat or towel. DPL: Madden Auditorium [130 N Franklin St, Find us on Facebook] 12-1p

EVERY WEDNESDAY Toddler Open Gym Need some active entertainment? Balls, hoops, building blocks, riding toys, and puzzles provided in a safe play environment for children aged infant-5. $2, DISC [1295 W Wood, 422.5911, decatur-parks. org] 9:30-11:30a

Open Mic All acts welcome. Bands are ok, but no band sets till after 10PM. Basic PA, mics provided. Bring any cables just to be safe for instruments. We usually have 1-2 1/4'' instrument cables. Free, Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 Oakland Ave, 424.4344, donnieshomespun.com] 8:30p-1a

EVERY THURSDAY Toddler Time Open gym full of equipment to get your child moving! Activities include bounce house and games. For children ages 2-5. Free (member), $2 (non-member), Decatur Family YMCA [220 W McKinley, 872.3835, decaturymca.org] 10a-12p Adult Coloring Night Coloring pages, colored pencils, crayons and markers, light refreshments and background music provided. Children over 8 are welcome with an adult. Free, Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary. org] 5-7p Blues Night A mixture of familiar blues and other favorite tunes. Come enjoy the great music, and food and support local live music. Featured Guests: Don & Jerry. Port Royal Gastropub [2880 N Oakland Ave, Find us on Facebook] 6-9p

Dates, times and locations are subject to last-minute changes. When in doubt, call first!

Karaoke Thursdays Stop early for dinner and stay late for karaoke. Search and select songs with your smartphone! Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 Oakland Ave, donnieshomespun.com] 9p-9p

DJ Philbilly Turnin It UP! Feeling Lucky [3775 N Woodford, Find us on Facebook] 9:30p

EVERY SUNDAY Family Game Day Bring in the whole family, and enjoy one of our many Open Decks (until 1.18) games free to play. Get the Ru Rah Presents Open Decks family out of the house and at Lock Stock & Barrel! DJ'S get enjoy a day together playing paid $10 for performing an games! Hidden Lair [1460 N open slot. Ages 21+. Lock Stock State Highway 121, Mt Zion, & Barrel [129 Oakland Ave, Find thehiddenlair.com] 12-8p us on Facebook] 10:15p SUNDAY, 31 Happy Noon Year EVERY FRIDAY DJ Rynski in the Booth Perfect for those who don't Feeling Lucky [3775 N stay up late, the confetti flies Woodford, Find us on at our balloon drop at noon! Facebook] 9:30p Enjoy music, a craft, and festive fun! Pre-registration is EVERY SATURDAY required. Space is limited. $6 Super Saturday Recess (member), $8 (non-member), Youth ages 4-11 enjoy an Children's Museum of Illinois active Saturday morning with [55 S Country Club Rd, inflatables, scooters, basketball, childrensmuseumofil.com] tumbling, and rock wall 10a-12p (select dates)! No registration Knockerball MAX on ICE! necessary. Parent must be Come out and see us and present. Need not be a DISC take a few Knocker Hockey member. $4, DISC [1295 W Wood, 422.5911, decatur-parks. hits of your own. We plan on having a huge oversized org] 10a-12p puck to play with. Come Pokemon Card Game out on the ice and get in Come out and enjoy Pokemon: the ball! $3, Decatur Civic Trading Card Game! Learn Center [1 Gary K Anderson how to construct a deck and Plaza, decaturciviccenter.org] play the game. Tournaments 11:45a-12:45p for the more experienced 2 Miles to Miles Crown players! Hidden Lair [1460 N New Year's Eve Race State Highway 121, Mt Zion, 18th Annual 2 Miles to Miles/ thehiddenlair.com] 12-3p Crown New Year's Eve Race. 5K Race and 2K Fun Run. $20-25, Decatur Family YMCA [220 W McKinley, decaturymca.org] 1-3p

Kidd Kaddilac's New Year's Eve in Rio Celebrate the New Year early with Kidd Kaddilac! Doors open at 3p, and the band plays from 5-8. Ring in the new year with Rio de Janiero! $5, Infusion Bar & Banquet Center [2882 North Dinneen Street] 3-8p New Year's Eve Bash Doors open at 6p. Packages include dinner buffet, entertainment by the NATU band and a champagne toast at midnight. Various packages and pricing available. $5 (band only), $25, Decatur Conference Center & Hotel [4191 US 36 W, 422.8800, hoteldecatur.com] 6p-12:30a New Year's Eve Party A ribeye steak or baked chicken dinner 6:30p; Men of Essence Band 8p with cash bar; party favors & champagne at midnight! American Legion 105 [1535 Legion Dr] 6p New Year's Eve Skate Party Ice skating, party favors, live DJ with Prestige Entertainment, and games! $8.50, $1.50 (skate rental), Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza, decaturciviccenter.org] 7:30p-12:30a

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January Dueling Pianos with Fun Pianos! Join us as we ring in the New Year with this energetic and fun group of musicians! Cocktail hour from 8-9p, 3-hour non-stop show from 9p-12a. $30, $60 (VIP), Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza, decaturciviccenter.org] 8p-1a West End Boogie Project New Year's Eve Party! VFW Post 99 [3915 N Cowgill St] 8:30p-12:30a Bud Light presents Wreckless Whiskey's New Year's Eve Celebration Sliderz [5995 E Route 36, Find us on Facebook] 9:30p-12:30a New Year's Eve Comedy Jam & After Party Doors open at 9, show starts at 10p, with a Champagne Toast at 11:50pm. Infusion Bar & Banquet Center [2882 North Dinneen Street, www. givebackcomedytour.com] 10p-2a

TUESDAY, 2 Movies @ Your Library! Now Showing Wind River. Free, Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] 5:30-8p

Women's Basketball vs Elmhurst College MU: Griswold Center [1184 W Main St] 7p

THURSDAY, 4 Racial Taboo: Continuing the Conversation 1.2-1.3 When the subject of "race" Winter Day Camp comes up, many people When school is out for a holiday, come to the DISC! Kids choose to avoid it. As a result, ages 5-14 are well supervised. it continues to be a taboo Games, field trips, and fun with subject. The Racial Taboo Initiative is working to change friends. $35-40, DISC [1295 that and bring communities W Wood, decatur-parks.org] and people together. Decatur 6a-6p Public Library [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary. WEDNESDAY, 3 org] 6-8p Books Between Bites Speaker: John Schirle. Book: FRIDAY, 5 City of Thorns: Nine Lives in No Backup Plans the World's Largest Refugee with Special Guest James Crosby Camp by Ben Rawlence. Free, Just a sneak peak of our DPL: Madden Auditorium full show coming in March. [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, Playing high energy modern decaturlibrary.org] 12:15-1p hard rock including bands like Stone Sour, Seether, Nonpoint, Wednesday Women Shinedown, and Godsmack. Join us for a buffet of "homeCome out and rock with us and cooked" comfort food as we get ready to hibernate for the special guest James Crosby. winter! BYOB. RSVP, jccaulkins@ Bringing his acoustic guitar to mellow you out before we hit aol.com. Everyone's East End Grill [566 N Brush College Rd] the stage. James Crosby- 8-9, No Backup Plans- 9-11. Free, 5-7p Infusion Bar & Banquet Center [2882 North Dinneen Street, Find us on Facebook] 8-11p

Dates, times and locations are subject to last-minute changes. When in doubt, call first!

SATURDAY, 6 In-Store Poker Run Build your poker hand by visiting each department within the dealership--and the top hands win prizes from CHD & new businesses in Forsyth! Free, Coziahr Harley-Davidson [150 W Marion Ave, Forsyth, coziahrhd.com] 8a-4p DISC Open House Featuring a new all-inclusive membership, with fitness center, group fitness classes, child care, stroller club, indoor golf nights, discounts on birthday parties, pool passes, and more! Stop by our Open House for tours, DMH health screenings, free Super Saturday Recess, and savings on all full-facility, all inclusive, annual passes! DISC [1295 W Wood, decatur-parks.org] 9a-12p STEAM Saturdays: Meet Eric Hector Learn about comic book design, comic book art, and comic book creativity with Eric Hector! $15-20, Children's Museum of Illinois [55 S Country Club Rd, childrensmuseumofil.com] 10:30a-12p Decatur Bridal Expo 2018 Hold My Hand ... Forever! Central Illinois' premier bridal expo. Over 40 vendors showcasing everything you

need for your wedding. Hear the music, see the flowers, sample food, get hairstyle and makeup ideas and lots more. Free mimosa sample and hors d'oeuvre. $500 cash prize drawing and other door prizes. $5-8, Decatur Conference Center & Hotel [4191 US 36 W, 428.3481, decaturbridalexpo. com] 11a-3p Movies @ Your Library! Now Showing Leap. Free, Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] 2-4p Fundraiser for International Blues Challenge Fundraiser for Susan Williams and Wright Groove for their trip to Memphis in January 2018. They won the right to represent Decatur Blues Society at the International Blues Challenge. $5, Pop's Place [4335 W Main St, 855.4262, decaturblues.org] 8-11p Night Hike Use your senses to find your way through the Sand Creek Conservation Area woods at night. Discover what makes your eyes, ears, and nose work. Dress warmly: we are outside the entire time. Register online by January 5. $2, Sand Creek

Conservation Area [4000 S Franklin Street Rd, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation. org] 9-10:30p

SUNDAY, 7 Preschool Peepers: Going Nutty Ages 3-5 with an adult buddy will learn what squirrels eat, where they sleep, and how they survive in the cold winter. Children will also create a fun squirrel craft to take home. Register online by January 5. Free, Rock Springs Conservation Area [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation. org] 2-3p Tas Cru Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 3-6p

MONDAY, 8 Preschool Activities: Calendar Kids Learn about different holidays and seasons through hands-on crafts, games and snacks. Ages 2-5. Register online at Decaturparks.org. Johns Hill Center [601 S Jasper, decatur-parks. org] 10-10:40a Movies @ Your Library! Now Showing Bunny Lake is Missing. Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] 5:30-8p

January TUESDAY, 9 Zoo Buddies Our youngest zoo enthusiasts have their own pint-sized animal adventures! Kids ages 3-5 discover a new species or environment and take home a zoo buddy toy. $13-16, Scovill Zoo [71 S Country Club Rd, decatur-parks.org] 10a & 2p Junior Golf Begins In this fun intro to golf, juniors (ages 5-12) learn ball striking and putting fundamentals, golf rules and etiquette. Clubs are available if needed. $63, DISC [1295 W Wood, 422.5911, decatur-parks.org] 5:15-7p Adult Basketball Leagues Begin Intense, fast-paced basketball leagues! Teams play 10 games and an end-of-the-season tournament. Meets Tuesdays through April 3. $450 (church, women, men), $470 (men's competitive), DISC [1295 W Wood, 422.5911, decatur-parks. org] 6-10p Acrylic Pouring Workshop by Paint Like ME! Decatur, here's your chance to learn a new and fascinating art form that requires zero artistic talent! Learn the winning recipe created by Elizabeth and leave with the

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information to recreate these unique works of art on your own. Register online. Ages 14+. $35, Doherty's Pub & Pins [242 E William St, paintlikemeparty. com] 6:30-8:30p DPL Graphic Novel Book Club Black Hole by Charles Burns. Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] 6:30-8p

WEDNESDAY, 10 Financial Peace University Begins Dave Ramsey and his teaching team walks you through the basics of budgeting, dumping debt, planning for the future, and much more. Childcare available. First Baptist Church (Mt Zion) [720 W Main St, Mount Zion, Find us on Facebook] 6-7:30p Girls Who Code Informational Session We are now launching Girls Who Code of Macon County for girls who are looking to develop a sisterhood forged through computer science. It incorporates skills from the beginning level programmer to the advanced programmer. The first Girls Who Code of Macon County 10-week session will start Spring 2018! Visit the Facebook page for Girls Who Code of Macon County to

complete the registration form and secure your seat at one of the scheduled information sessions. Free, Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900; 474.1907, decaturlibrary.org] 6-7p Men's Basketball vs North Central College MU: Griswold Center [1184 W Main St, athletics.millikin.edu] 7p

THURSDAY, 11 Decatur Emerging Leaders' Sip & Social Stop in to mingle with the Decatur young professionals in a casual atmosphere. Curly's Bar & Pizza [2683 N Water] 5:30-7p Preschool Golf Begins Our youngest golfers learn fundamentals, working on coordination, simple techniques, and motor skills. Adults learn to help their child practice and develop these skills. Ages 3-4. $45 ($39 with resident discount), DISC [1295 W Wood, decatur-parks.org] 5:30-6:45p Adult Co-ed Indoor Volleyball Leagues Begins Teams play once a week, with a schedule of 8 self-officiated games. Registration forms and rosters at the DISC. Ages 16+. $180 (team), DISC [1295 W Wood, 422.5911, decatur-parks. org] 6-10p

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Krafty Things with Katie A Flurry of Activity! Christmas is over, but do you still want to brighten up your space? Join us on this cold evening to make intricate snowflake decorations. Ages 10+, sign up suggested. Free, DPL: Madden Auditorium [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] 6-8p

Parents' Night Out Bring your little ones to the Y for a night of fun while you take some time for you! Parents' Night Out is for Y members and community members. Special snow-themed night with appearances by Disney's Olaf and Elsa. Children enjoy dinner, playtime in our Y-Zone and gyms, themed crafts, bounce The Fabulous Hoedads house and snacks while The Fab Hoedads Dance Band parents enjoy a night out. keeps you on the dance floor For children ages: 3-12 (child all night long! $5, VFW Post 99 must be potty trained). $10-15, [3915 N Cowgill St, 358.9273; Decatur Family YMCA [220 W 428.6811, thefabuloushoedads. McKinley, decaturymca.org] com] 7-10p 6-9p

SATURDAY, 13 Lacrosse Winter Skills Camp In this 5-week clinic, participants ages 7-18 learn passing, catching, shooting, cradling, and scooping, along with the basic rules of lacrosse. All necessary equipment and long-sleeved tee provided. $52 ($45 with resident discount), DISC [1295 W Wood, 422.5911, decatur-parks.org] 8:30-10a (girls), 10-11:30a (boys)

UCP Barstool Open Courses are filling up quickly. 4 courses departing from the KC Hall, 3 courses from Infusion Bar and Banquet Center. Get your team of 4 together and sign up now! $160 (team), FRIDAY, 12 Dirk Quinn Band Free Beer & Hot Wings Live Infusion Bar & Banquet Center Check out this funky blues The live radio show is back! band after the Free Beer & Hot [2882 North Dinneen Street, Infusion Bar & Banquet Center Wings night show! Infusion Bar ucpll.org] 8:30a-6p [2882 North Dinneen Street] & Banquet Center [2882 North 2018 Teen Leadership 5-9a Dinneen Street] 9-11:30p Conference Dare to build your leadership Preschool Activities: 1.12-1.14 Early Explorers skills. If you want to hang out The American Songbook Early Explorers class stimulates Join the Greater Decatur with other teens while you your child's interest in art, learn to be a better leader, this Chorale as they present "The science and animals. Safari conference is for you. Totally Great American Songbook," Adventure is the theme. Ages featuring selections from redesigned with teens in mind! 2-5. $5-7, Johns Hill Center George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Open to all youth in 9th to [601 S Jasper] 10-10:40a 12th grade. $130-175, Decatur Duke Ellington, Irving Berlin Conference Center & Hotel and more! With director Ted Indoor Soccer [4191 US 36 W, Find us on Hesse, accompanist Anita 3v3 Club League Begins Facebook] 9a (Sa)-11:15a (Su) Gifford, and 80 talented Extend your season with vocalists, along with MidState's new 3v3 Club Friends of the Library Christopher Weisenborn and League at the DISC! Teams play the Maroa-Forsyth choirs, 2nd Saturday Book Sale one 40-minute game each Book Sale Room. Decatur this is the perfect way to Friday night, with 3 players and ring in the New Year! $10-12, Public Library [130 N Franklin no goalie. Six players allowed Richland Community College St, 424.2900, friendsdpl.org] per team. $66 ($56 with 9:30a-12:30p [One College Park, 422.5911, resident discount), DISC [1295 decatur-park.org] 7:30p (Fr, Sa), W Wood, 422.5911, decatur2p (Su) parks.org] 5p

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January Intro to Archery Begins The perfect way to get into archery, no experience required! All ages welcome! Call us at 217-853-5961 to register. Three-week program, all equipment is provided. $45, Archers Alley [3113 N 22nd St, Find us on Facebook] 10:3011:30a

Jonny Vodka Music by BuckCherry, Jackyl, Warrant, Crue, AC/DC, & many more! Sliderz [5995 E Route 36, Find us on Facebook] 9p-1a

SUNDAY, 14 Paint with Bev! Join Bev Dondeville to create this canvas painting of a snowman that you can personalize yourself. Ages: Girls Who Code adult. Children 10 and up Informational Session may participate with an See info on 1.10 listing. Free, adult helper. $27, Fletcher Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900; 474.1907, Park: Recreation Center [400 S Henderson St, Mt Zion, decaturlibrary.org] 2-3p 864.5424, mtzion.com] 1-3p Kid's Club Michael Charles Doodles the Dragon, Granny Pop's Place Giggles & the Gary Strong Marionette Show. Concessions, [4335 W Main St] 3-6p live entertainment, old-time MONDAY, 15 movies, classic cartoons Winter Day Camp & prizes. Doors open at When school is out for a 1:30p; show at 2p. $1 (child), holiday, come to the DISC! Kids $4 (parent), Fletcher Park: ages 5-14 are well supervised. Recreation Center [400 S Games, field trips, and fun with Henderson St, Mt Zion, friends. $35-40, DISC [1295 864.5424, mtzion.com] 2-4p W Wood, decatur-parks.org] 6a-6p Cheer Camp Kids ages 4-12 enhance their cheer and stunt skills. They show off their new cheers at one of the Millikin men's home basketball games. Registration required. $45 ($38 with

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resident discount), DISC [1295 W Wood, 429.3472, decaturparks.org] 10a-3p Preschool Activities: Super Snackers Kids follow a recipe, create a delicious treat, and hear a fun story while they're working! Ham and cheese pockets are the treat. Ages 2-5. $6-8, Johns Hill Center [601 S Jasper] 1-1:40p Wired Snowman What can melt you heart faster than a cute little snowman made by your own hands? This adorable snowman is made from circles that are wired together after we fire them. While building him, you can choose how to design your snowman buttons, pipe, eyes, nose, etc. Oh what fun! Call to sign up. School age children preferred. Pick up at Village Hall 2 weeks later. $14, Fletcher Park: Recreation Center [400 S Henderson St, Mt Zion, 864.5424, mtzion.com] 1-3p Indoor Little Kritters Soccer Begins This 5-week MidState Soccer Club program is designed for U4 & U5 players. A story book is provided, which highlights 11 animal characters who possess unique soccer skills. MidState coaches help participants learn these soccer skills through fun activities. Parents are encouraged to read the book with their child to help prepare them for each session. $56 ($48 with resident discount), DISC [1295 W Wood, 422.5911, decatur-parks.org] 4:30-5:30p

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Nile Flow Movement Monday Come enjoy a night of live entertainment, vendors, and more. $10, Infusion Bar & Banquet Center [2882 North Dinneen Street, 450.1960, nileflowmovement.com] 7-10p

exploration and play. Register online by January 16. $6, Rock Springs Conservation Area [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation. org] 9:30-10:30a

21+, doors open 7p. $25-50, Infusion Bar & Banquet Center [2882 North Dinneen Street, Find us on Facebook] 8-10p

FRIDAY, 19 WINOS(Women In Need Of Sanity) THURSDAY, 18 Need a break now that the kids DPL Book Club TUESDAY, 16 Yoga for Beginners Begins The Summer Before the War by are back in school? We've got Learn a safe way to approach Helen Simonson. Free, Decatur the perfect solution for you! Different project each month. and access yoga postures. Public Library [130 N Franklin Fletcher Park: Recreation Registration required. Wear St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary. Center [400 S Henderson St, Mt comfortable clothing and org] 1-2p Zion, 864.5424, mtzion.com] bring a mat, towel and water. Science Explorers 6:30-9:30p $60, Fletcher Park: Recreation Center [400 S Henderson St, Mt 4-H Club Begins Youth find their own scientific Dueling Pianos LIVE Zion, 864.5424, mtzion.com] Come and check out Felix & interests and learn through 5:30-6:15p hands-on activities that make Fingers' Dueling Pianos! Doors science fun and educational at open at 7p, the show is 8-11p. WEDNESDAY, 17 the Science Explorers 4-H Club! $15, Infusion Bar & Banquet Adult Bingo Open to any student in grades Center [2882 North Dinneen Prizes are sweet and salty treats, and the games are free! 7-12 interested in science, any Street, Find us on Facebook] 8-11p Free, Fletcher Park: Recreation kind of science, you pick the Center [400 S Henderson St, Mt project. The club is led by a 1.19-1.20 Millikin University Associate Zion, 864.5424, mtzion.com] Refresh Women's Conference Professor of Chemistry. 10-11a Students must wear pants and It seems the world around us The Decatur Vegetarian Society closed toe shoes. Free, Millikin is getting darker by the day. Please bring a vegetarian or University [1184 W Main, Find You may see it in the culture, but you may also feel it in vegan dish to share (with us on Facebook] 4-7p yourself. It's time for us all to ingredients written down) and Racial Taboo: let God shine in us so we your own table service and Continuing the Conversation can shine in this dark world! drink. Decatur Public Library See listing 1.4. Decatur Public $30-35, GT Church [500 S 27th [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, Library [130 N Franklin St, St, 233.8400, gtchurch.com/ decaturlibrary.org] 6-8p 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] refresh-2018] 7-9p (Fr), 7-11a 6-8p Women's Basketball (Sa) vs Illinois Wesleyan University HUNKS The Show MU: Griswold Center SATURDAY, 20 The production is an [1184 W Main St] 7p Adult Sewing electrifying, high-energy Never learned how to sew? performance showcasing 1.17-1.18 Let Jana teach you! In this Mini Camp: Hibernation some of the sexiest men alive class we will make a zippered Ages 1-5 with an adult as they sing, dance, and strip pouch and a pillowcase. Prebuddy uncover why bats in choreographed routines to registration is required. Ages and groundhogs take a thumping beats and dazzling 14+. $31, Stewart's Sewing long winter's nap through light shows. Come and see one Center [415 Illinois 121, Mt of the best male revue shows Zion, 864.5424, mtzion.com] in the world, and find out what 10a-2p all the fuss is about. Age Limit:

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January Women's Basketball vs Carthage College MU: Griswold Center [1184 W Main St] 5p

supplies or craft projects. Create with like-minded people in a peaceful environment without day to day distractions! Each person Men's Basketball WEDNESDAY, 24 uses a 6-foot banquet table. vs Carthage College Winter Cookout Preregistration is required. MU: Griswold Center [1184 W If you're ages 55+, join us at $15, Fletcher Park: Recreation Main St, athletics.millikin.edu] Johns Hill Center for a meal Center [400 S Henderson St, Mt 7p with friends! RSVP: One week in Zion, 864.5424, mtzion.com] advance-429-7750 (If needed, 10a-10p The Fabulous Hoedads transportation can be arranged The Fab Hoedads Dance Band for just $2). $10, Johns Hill 2018 Wedding Extravaganza returns for a night of dancing! Center [601 S Jasper] 12p DJ's/Entertainment Service, With over 500 songs to choose wedding cake and sweets from, you hear something THURSDAY, 25 designers, top caterers, you like! Bring your requests! Bicentennial Exhibit Open House floral designers, church and $5, VFW Post 99 [3915 N In 2018, Illinois celebrates its wedding venue options, Cowgill St, 358.9273; 428.6811, 200th anniversary of becoming bridal party fashions & tuxedo thefabuloushoedads.com] a state. Explore Illinois' history, rental, health/beauty/skin 7:30-10:30p including artifacts on loan care/nails, hotel/hospitality from the Macon County providers, photographers/ Lady Luck History Museum, in the digital imagery, and the Pop's Place Illinois Bicentennial exhibit in Bloom Room Fashion/Floral [4335 W Main St] 9p-1a Rock Springs Nature Center. Show. Mt Zion Convention Refreshments served. No Center [1400 Mt Zion SUNDAY, 21 registration required. Free, Rock Parkway, Mt Zion, 423.9744, Funkie Mo Jo Daddy Springs Conservation Area mtzconventioncenter.com] Pop's Place [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, 11a-3p [4335 W Main St] 3-6p maconcountyconservation. Father Daughter Dance org] 5-7p TUESDAY, 23 Dads can treat their daughters DPL Non-Fiction Book Club to an evening of dinner and FRIDAY, 26 Nothing Like It in the World: Greg Glick Band dancing! Young ladies ages The Men Who Built the Join us for some great blues 5-12 and their dads can enjoy Transcontinental Railroad by music! Free, Infusion Bar & a special evening as they Banquet Center [2882 North dance the night away! RSVP by Dinneen Street] 7-10p Wednesday, January 24 (unless sold out). Limited seating SATURDAY, 27 and reservations required. Saturday Scrap & Craft Crop $30, Hickory Point Golf Club Bring your scrapbooking Banquet Facility [727 Weaver Road, 422.5911, decatur-parks. org] 5-9p

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Stephen Ambrose. Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary. org] 1-2p

Women's Basketball vs Wheaton College (Ill.) MU: Griswold Center [1184 W Main St] 5p Dinner Dance Auction Holy Family Catholic School hosts their 15th Annual Dinner Dance and Auction in the school gym. Doors open at 5:30p. Please call school office to purchase tickets or for more information. $50 (indiv), $360 (table), Holy Family Catholic School [2400 South Franklin Street Road, 423.7049, hfcschool.org] 5:30-11p Men's Basketball vs Wheaton College (Ill.) MU: Griswold Center [1184 W Main St] 7p Mark Nizer 4D Mark Nizer changes the way people view the world, literally. Glasses, provided by Kirkland, are worn during this show for maximum effect! The impossible is possible; the improbable is probable. Winner of the International Juggling Championships, Mark has taken his one-man show to the ninth degree. He incorporates juggling, technology video, music and humor to create a unique and amazing evening. Nizer's expertly crafted entertainment showcase and outrageous comedy is nothing short of brilliant! $10 (K-12 with paying adult), $15-25 (adult), Kirkland Fine Arts Center [1184 W Main, 424.6318, millikin.edu/ kirkland] 7:30-10p

Adult Comedy Hypnosis See Brian Madrid live! $10-15, Infusion Bar & Banquet Center [2882 North Dinneen Street, Find us on Facebook] 8-9:30p Sarah Schneider: Acoustic Music Sarah is an acoustic folk rock artist from Springfield, IL. Sarah performs folk, Grateful Dead covers and original music. Free, Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 Oakland Ave, donnieshomespun.com] 9p-1a

Springs Conservation Area. Register online by January 26 at maconcountyconservation. org. Free, Rock Springs Conservation Area [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation. org] 2-4p Jeremiah Johnson Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 3-6p

Tour Finale Concert The flagship of the Millikin choral fleet, the University Zach Dable Experience Choir features 48 upper-class Come check out East Central students from a variety of Illinois' most versatile cover majors. St Patrick Church band as they play a wide [407 E Eldorado St, Find us on variety of music across multiple Facebook] 3-5p genres in their Decatur-area debut. Timbuktu [5843 E State TUESDAY, 30 MU Institute for Science Rt 36, Find us on Facebook] Entrepreneurship Speaker Series 9p-1a Speaker: Lynn Clarkson, Chairman, Clarkson Grain. SUNDAY, 28 Knockerball MAX on ICE! Open to the public. Free, MU: Come out and see us and University Commons [1184 W take a few Knocker Hockey Main St] 7:30-8:30p hits of your own. We plan WEDNESDAY, 31 on having a huge oversized Decatur Emerging Leaders' puck to play with. Come Table for Ten out on the ice and get in Join the other Decatur the ball! $3, Decatur Civic Emerging Leaders for lunch Center [1 Gary K Anderson at India's Kitchen. Set aside Plaza, decaturciviccenter.org] an hour in your busy week to 11:45a-12:45p meet, converse and reconnect with other emerging leaders Winter Photography for Beginners in your community. India's Bring your cameras as Kitchen [2912 N Martin Luther members of the Decatur King Jr. Drive] 12-1p Camera Club provide tips to improve your photography, no Men's Basketball vs North Park University matter what camera you use. Following a brief presentation, MU: Griswold Center [1184 W we will go out to take photos Main St, athletics.millikin.edu] of the winter landscape at Rock 7p

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Are You the Next Yoga Athlete? Written by Beth DeBouck | Photos by Sarah Jane If this was a stressful holiday season (or year) for you or if you’ve made the New Year’s resolution to get in better shape, yoga is a great go-to option for real results. Yoga is accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds and experience levels. Whether you’re looking for some mindful relaxation techniques or want to build flexibility and strength, yoga provides a variety of health benefits. While the area has some wonderful, already-established yogis, one of the newest additions is Josh Manning’s The Yoga Athlete, which opened in September in Forsyth. “I think everyone is an athlete, and I’ve found yoga to be ideal for developing strength, balance and flexibility. It is perfect for enabling our bodies to function at their highest level,” says Josh, who has a background in teaching and athletics. “If you play football, baseball or tennis, yoga will help improve your

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performance. If you are an avid bowler, shoot pool, lift weights, play basketball—yoga will improve your performance.” Josh has practiced yoga for 10 years, has a certification in strength and conditioning and is working on a 300-hour power yoga certification. He’s taught yoga six years, including a stint at Awakened Yoga Studio in Decatur. He’s also led sessions at Body of Bloomington, taught yoga to high school and junior high students and instructed college athletic teams and pro athletes. Classes at The Yoga Athlete are held Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. Choices include hot power yoga, all-levels yoga, kids’ yoga and beginners’ yoga. For a full list of session times, check out The Yoga Athlete’s Facebook page. You can sign up as late as just 5 minutes before a session. Mats are provided, as well as blocks or foam rollers.

“The beginners class is ideal for anyone wanting a slower, gentle stretch,” explains Josh. “It’s a good fit for people with certain limitations, as well. The kids’ classes are for kids and parents. The younger they are exposed to practicing yoga, the more consistent they will practice in the future, even if that means they return to it later as adults. The all-levels class is just that, but for an hour. I try to push the group, yet make it accessible for everyone. The hot power classes are a bit warmer than the others, and we try to push ourselves to our edge during class.”

MidState Youth Indoor Soccer Mondays, January 15 - February 13

Too cold to be outside? Don’t miss a minute of your favorite game, with MidState’s indoor soccer programs at the DISC! You’ll learn/improve skills like passing, dribbling, and team play, and play a 15-minute game each session. FUN!

If you’ve been a skeptic of yoga despite how long it’s been popular, just remember it’s as physical as it is mental, with actual benefits for those suffering from certain body pains.