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Daytrippin' Decatur Friends or relatives coming in? Looking for some new inspiration? Either way, try one of these daytrip ideas on for size. photo: Sarah Jane Photography
30 Hot Habits for a Cool Summer Decatur offers fantastic formalities to keep you cool and your schedule full, so break out the calendar and mark up these can't-miss, reoccurring events. photo: Sarah Jane Photography
June Events
BEHIND THE THRIVE
May: Out and About
SPOTLIGHT: Garden Walk This Way
The Thrive Survey
The Food Dude: Oakwood Adventure
Publisher's Pick of the Month
Art Speak: World Travel June Events Calendar Thrive Three Way: Fake a Vacation
Spot the Difference Challenge
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BEHIND THE
THRIVE
Whether it’s your dream to be a daytripper or you’re making it a fullblown staycation, we’ve got your itineraries right here—and you never have to leave home sweet home. We’re focused on finding summer fun close to home, so dig in for daytrip Decatur ideas, develop some hot habits for a cool summer with some of the many recurring festivals and events around the burg, and find easy inspiration at the annual Garden Walk.
CONGRATS TO OUR MAY WINNER:
Ashley Petty
Get your culture on without ever cracking the passport when you tour the DAAC’s International Arts Experience or partake in an International Arts Camp. Not to be outdone, our sassy Survey and 3 Way writer Todd Hauser offers some tongue-in-cheek input for stepping up your staycation. Are you up for the challenge?
May Answers:
1. Tag appears on suitcase 2. Suitcase sticker changes position 3. Coin slot disappears 4. Suitcase sticker artwork changes 5. Drawer pull handle disappears 6. Clock face turns from silver to brass
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By the way, did you know this is THRIVE’s 49th issue? Stay tuned for some major coolness as we hit the big 5-0!
Out & About
A look back at last month’s happenings
Cedar Lake Tea Cedar Lake Gardens & Gifts held a garden tea party on May 18. School-aged tea lovers created flower wands with ribbon enhancements and enjoyed iced tea with desserts.
American Girls Unite
The Mt Zion District Library hosted the final American Girl Club of the season featuring Josefina, a young girl from New Mexico. Attendees learned about Josefina's customs and finished with a fiesta to celebrate all of the characters they met this year. Check back after summer to see what characters will be back next season.
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Out & About
A look back at last month’s happenings
Local History
The Decatur Public Library hosted a Vietnam War memorabilia exhibit the entire month of May 2013. The exhibit featured items on loan from people in the community who served during the Vietnam Era.
"The Wall That Heals" A 250-foot long, half-scale replica of the Washington, D.C., Vietnam Veterans Memorial visited the Decatur Public Library in May. Reading over 58,000 names is overwhelming, but the exhibit displayed photos, belongings and stories about the soldiers that brought the names to life. Guests could visit www.vvmf.org/Names to locate their loved ones' names.
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Old Shoe Old Shoe, a Chicagobased, five-piece Americana Folk Rock band, performed at Donnie's Homespun Pizza on Saturday, May 4.
Katz Combo
Scott & Bman, acoustic rock duo, were joined by guest performers Matt England/ ukulele and Kim Mangan/vocals at their gig at Katz on Friday, May 10.
Bar-None BBQ
Oakwood Street Festival kicked off their summer event series with "Smokewood at Oakwood," a BBQ competition complete with children's activities sponsored by Pipe Dreams, a farmers market and live entertainment. Next Oakwood Street Festival will be June 29.
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SPOTLIGHT
by Joli Hohenstein
Garden Walk This Way
7 gardens. 5 stops. 2 brothers side by side. 2 sisters side by side. 1 waterfall. 1 enclosed raised garden system. And some chickens. This Garden Walk is going to be epic. The 2013 iteration of the Macon County Master Gardeners’ annual tour promises to be tops all over, thanks to the garden hosts’ clever juxtaposition of the usual and unusual. “One thing I especially love about this year’s gardens is that they’re ‘you and me’ gardens,” says Co-Chair Carolyn Wallen. “You go home and say, ‘I can do that!’” In addition to gorgeous plants and stellar gardens, sights that visitors can expect to see on this year’s tour include -a garden with tree grafting, including what the owner has dubbed “a tree on a stick” -a garden with chickens (we hear the cute little cluckers follow visitors around like puppies) -a garden featuring a hand-built working waterfall -a handmade drip irrigation system for hanging baskets -a wood enclosure around raised beds to repel deer and rabbits -a country chic garden with a decorated potting shed and other accents -a lovely strolling garden with winding paths for relaxing, peaceful exploring
More than just for looking, this tour focuses on teaching, too. “It’s always so beautiful, and people get ideas for their own gardens,” says Co-Chair Lori Jensen. “We have a handout at every garden, so people can learn something at every stop.” The set-up of this year’s Garden Walk packs in even more ideas—7 gardens in 5 stops, thanks to 2 brothers living side by side and 2 sisters living side by side, and all agreeing to host. “Talk about meant to be!” says Carolyn. The tour typically draws upwards of 800 people, and this year, conscious of traffic crunches, organizers have arranged for a shuttle to at least one location. It’s just one way the Master Gardeners have mastered making the Garden Walk one of summer’s must-go events. The 2013 event runs June 9 rain or shine from 3 to 7 pm and features gardens on the southeast side of Decatur. Refreshments will be served, and acoustic guitarist Billy Galt will perform at a select location. Save by buying your tickets in advance.
Get There: Macon County Master Gardeners Annual Garden Walk June 9, 3 to 7 pm Tickets: $10 in advance, $12 at the door Buy tickets at Cedar Lake Gardens & Gifts, Connie’s Country Greenhouse – Pershing Rd. location, The Farmer’s Market, The Garden Path, Haines & Essick, The Secret Garden, and Tournesol, or every Master Gardener has tickets available. For questions or more information, call 877-6042 or visit web.extension.illinois.edu/dmp/.
Joli Hohenstein is Editor and Senior Writer for THRIVE. She is an award-winning freelance writer, marketer, and editor. Get more Joli at jolihohenstein.com. 08 | june 2013
Thrive's
Survey of the Month
Vacation Drinks It’s June, and it’s time to own our summer. And if it’s a staycation year for you, then own that, too. No more flipping through the calendar thinking, “Maybe we can get away before Labor Day.” NO. It’s time to embrace our staycation the same way we embrace the rest of reality: We drink. So this month we asked you,
what do you drink when you’re on vacation? (And if you only drink it on vacation, even better.)
Coffee drink 18% Beer 14% Margarita 14% Piña Colada 12% Wine 9% Gin & Tonic 6% Diet Coke and Rum 6% Soda 6% (“It’s the only time I let myself drink it!”) Vodka Drinks 6% (“UV Blue, please!”) Monster Energy Drink 3% Iced Tea 3% Mojito 3% We like our coffee, and the more foo foo it is on vacation, the better. “What kind of a vacation are we talking about? A real vacation? It would be a margarita. A realistic vacation? Probably iced tea because we didn’t go anywhere.” It’s time to salt the rim of your glass because this year we’re having a real staycation. Based on 2010 Census data, the margin of error for this survey is +/- 16.56%. Seriously, this is the opposite of scientific.
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THE FOOD DUDE
by T. F. DUDE
My Awesomely Delicious Oakwood Adventure As a local foodie, nothing grinds my gears more than hearing someone say, “Man, there’s nowhere cool to eat in this town!” As any devoted reader of this column knows, that’s totally NOT true! There are lots of great places in Decatur to grab a bite to eat. Heck, in some areas you can do a whole day’s worth of eating without leaving one block! One of those areas is around the intersection of Oakland and Wood Streets or, as most know it now, Oakwood. So I set out to eat all my meals for the day in this area, and here’s how it went… After eating breakfast at home (oh dear food gods, please bring Blue Eggs & Ham back!), Mrs. Food Dude and I set out for the day. Around mid-morning, we were feeling the urge for a little something sweet, so our Oakwood journey began at Lana’s Cakewalk. What’s great about this place is that not only can you get great custommade cakes and other sweets, but you can also pop in and grab a small quick treat, too. I went with the Mommy Q (their version of a Susie Q), and the Mrs. went with a fudge iced peanut butter cookie. They were both the best kind of sweet: not too overpowering but not completely lacking in flavor. In short, awesome! After that (and a few more errands), we returned to the area to hit up The Winery. For those who don’t know, The Winery has been serving great burgers for what seems like forever, and up until last year, that was the only sandwich you could get. But now they’re blessing the dining public with
two new options: grilled chicken or grilled pork tenderloin. Seeing as our snack hadn’t worn off, we opted to split a grilled chicken sandwich, and it didn’t disappoint! It was nicely seared on the outside and juicy on the inside. When you add a bag of potato chips and an ice-cold beer to that, you’ve got a winner of a lunch! After a stop home, we got together with some friends to finish our run through the West End. Our first stop was at Lock Stock and Barrel. Like The Winery, Lock Stock has been in town almost longer than anyone can remember, and they’ve been putting out great food the whole time. We stopped by for an appetizer and went with the Mexi Skins. What you get are perfectly cooked potato skins topped with taco meat, tomatoes, onions, cheese, green peppers, and salsa and sour cream for dipping. Delicious! For dinner, we hopped across the street to Donnie’s Homespun Pizza. In the short time it’s been open, Donnie’s has established itself as one of the most unique and delicious restaurants in town. We decided to switch it up, try something different and have the chicken pesto pizza, and it delivered! It has chicken, mozzarella and parmesan cheeses, spinach and a pesto cream sauce. It’s kind of like really good fettuccini alfredo on a pizza, which is basically amazing! So there you have it! The next time you have the craving for a culinary adventure, save the gas, and have one here!
The Food Dude is not a professional critic. He just really, really likes food. 10 | june 2013
Publisher's
Pick of the Month Just a little something we ran across and wanted to share.
Gelato $2.00 / 2 Scoops
from Pastabilities Italian Grill 134 East Main Street, Decatur
Recently, I had this great idea that I would make ice cream with my new Kitchen Aid Mixer attachment. There was but one glitch in the plan. It takes 15 hours (minimum) to properly chill the freeze bowl. As Sweet Brown put it, "Ain't nobody got time for that!" We all know that when you have dessert on the brain it needs to happen right now. So I called a friend and headed to Pastabilities to try the Gelato. Plan B is now officially plan A. You can choose two scoops for $2 with each additional scoop at just $1. My favorites so far are the regular Chocolate (super rich and creamy) and the Cosmic Crunch. Next up: taste testing a Moscato Float!
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ART SPEAK
by Sue Powell
World Travel without a Passport Photo: bowl with rosemaling design
You’d love to take a European holiday or a trip to some faraway place, but your wallet says, “No way!” Don’t be discouraged! Let the Decatur Area Arts Council whisk you away this summer. Start by experiencing Norway—its culture, history and traditions—right in your own backyard. Come to the Anne Lloyd Gallery at the Madden Arts Center from June 7-July 31 for NORWAY: The Marilynn and Dean Madden Collection. If you’ve never heard of a kubbestol, primstav, porridger or mangletre, you’re in for a treat! If you’ve never seen decorative painting called rosemaling, you’ll be charmed! From replicas of Viking days gone by to wood carvings of trolls (a national symbol) to ethnic costumes, this exhibit transports you back to the old country. From canvas paintings to rosemaling by the late Sigmund Aarseth, one of Norway’s premiere contemporary artists, this exhibit demonstrates the Norwegian love of color and design. Free of charge, no ticket or passport needed, “travel” with the entire family to Norway on Friday evening, June 7, from 5-8 pm for the opening cultural event. All three floors of the Madden Arts Center will offer a unique glimpse of Norwegian culture. Enjoy tales of trolls by storyteller John Schirle. Try your hand at rosemaling painting, make a troll doll or mask, and create a woven paper heart. Listen to authentic Norwegian songs and instruments presented by musician Julane Photo: troll king with the princess he stole
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Lund, who studied in Telemark, Norway. Join in folk dancing with Tom and Lynn Maxson of the Leikarring Folk Dancers. Taste traditional Norwegian pastries and beverages. It’s an evening of fun for all ages. And if, for you, a true vacation means interesting food, don’t miss the layout of popular national dishes at DAAC’s Norwegian Smørgaasbord. Mark your calendar for Sunday afternoon, June 23, at The Beach House, and get your advance tickets right away! Beyond experiencing Norway, kids from grades K-12 can hop, skip and jump around the world through DAAC’s International Arts Camp, a weeklong hands-on workshop that includes oil pastel Amazon birds, Thai spirit houses, batik handkerchiefs, Russian nesting doll cards, Egyptian scarab beetle pendants and mummy sarcophagi. Kids can visit the worlds of master artists or retreat to their own imaginary worlds through comic book drawing or stop motion animation. Adults can grab a quick evening getaway with Cocktails and Creations, where social meets user-friendly art making. The greater Decatur area is alive with music, theatre and festivals all summer. Settle down for a Municipal Band concert on Monday evenings in downtown Decatur or Sunday afternoons in Fairview Park. Join the throngs of blues lovers at Blues in Central Park, or enjoy an eclectic mix of music and food at the Oakwood Street Festivals. Catch a musical or take the kids to a show for young audiences at the Little Theatre on the Square in Sullivan. Go to www.decaturarts.org to get details or links for all of these arts happenings. A staycation in Decatur doesn’t have to mean staying at home! Fill it with arts and culture. Sue Powell is the Gallery Director for the Decatur Area Arts Council.
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Daytrippin'
Decatur written by Joli Hohenstein
Friends or relatives coming in? Looking for some new inspiration? Either way, try one of these daytrip ideas on for size. Not sure what kind of outing you’re after? We’ve put together a couple of possibilities to get you going. Picture it…
Kid Krazy Morning dawns sunny and sultry in the Soy City, and after a quick scrub and go, you and the hooligans pile into the Swagger Wagon. As you buzz purposefully up 51 North (or Water Street, depending on which way you lean), a piquant scent fills the air. Mouth watering, glands salivating, you pull into Golden Glaze, and after a brief yet vigorous inner argument, secure a spot in the north lot (more room to maneuver the minions in and out of the vehicle and much less traffic).
passes and head in. (Mental note: Book a Safari Party for the animal-loving youngest’s upcoming birthday.) Faced with 400 animals from six continents, you may not be quite sure where to begin, but you forge ahead. If it’s June 8, you’re pleased to see it’s World Oceans Day at the Zoo—extra fun and festivities for frolic! On any given day, June or other, you hit the Endangered Species Carousel and the Z.O.&O. Express Train.
Hours later, exhausted from slapping paws and claws with the locals, you mosey A no-less-vigorous debate leads you to the east to fill up and feast at the Krekel’s Mt. Zion. Immediately at home in the kitchsyperfect choice of a cinnamon pinwheel, kitsch, you prevail upon on the purveyors chocolate long john, plain cake and perfectly massive bear claw, and you settle for thin-seared special recipe burgers all around, then pile on sides of fries for into a table by the window. good measure (and good eatin’). You slide Sugar-fortified and ready for bear, out of the burnt orange booth for one you reverse down 51 and across Eldo, more order: handmade cones and shakes making your way over the lake toward (lemon for you of course), then hit the road Scovill Zoo. You pull in, purchase and make your way back across D-town. admission plus carousel and train 14 | june 2013
In the West End, you land at the Fairview Family Aquatic Center’s splash pad, spend some quality time with a 9-foot-tall serpent, dodge some geysers, even show your skills on the springboard and get in a little sand volleyball before the afternoon’s through. Refreshed and ready for action, you make a quick change, then head down Eldo to pull into Tasty’s Chicago Grille. Of course the Chicago dogs can’t be beat; perhaps make it a Coney with chili? Sloppy enough to be good but controlled enough for no forks. Eat outside on their patio, and spills won’t matter!
photo: Wildflo ur, Kat Smalle y
Next you get out the wet wipes, then find an after-dinner treat at the nearest frozen slush cart (like the one on Pershing in front of Subway). This en route to an evening performance of the Decatur Park Singers. Music, mood and entertainment—the perfect cap to a kid krazy daytrip in Decatur!
Culture Course Starved for culture or just in need of some nouveau ideas? You and your partner in crime fuel up for your day’s adventure with a leisurely stop at West Main Village, starting at Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Café (might we suggest the almond croissant alongside a Main Street Mocha?).
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Next you slide down the block to pop in Earthen Pottery and explore the alwaysevolving inventory of local and global art and pottery (new favorites include handblown glass) and a clothing boutique. On the way out you pause to take in the massive hand-painted mural on the exterior wall. Your feet don’t fail you on the quick walk to Merchant Street, where you wander in and out of some of Decatur’s gems. You grab a bag of vanilla corn at Del’s Popcorn Shop, snag a personalized wine tumbler from Giggles and pick up some new French milled soap at Tournesol.
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continued from page 15 High on life and popcorn, your journey takes you to Norway, and the International Arts Experience at the Madden Arts Center. Much later (has it been minutes, hours?) you’re steeped in the country’s traditions and culture from carved trolls (!) to costumes and had your fill of rosemaling but need some rejuvenation. Back to Merchant Street, your tastebuds take you to Robbie’s Grille. To start, you request the Bayou Shrimp (no longer a menu item but not to be missed); after the burn cools, you tuck in to a new take on an American classic with the double Tony, an Angus burger quartered and served on whole wheat toast with house-made marinara for dipping. Sated and sassy, you move a mere block west to The Decanter, where the day’s wine tasting is well underway, and reds and whites alike await your opines. Bottles in hand, you leave (not weave) down a few storefronts for the perfect après dinner snack, a Sea Salt Delight cookie from Coney’s Cookies. Continuing a theme, you head east to get your vine on with an acoustic performance at Long Creek Vineyards. The afternoon whiles away quickly amidst tunes and tastings; soon the sun sets and your stomach awakes. Answering the call, you move toward Water Street and destination McGorray’s Golf & Grille for a casual-yetgourmet evening of exploration and entertainment. Your course begins with the Stuffed Mushrooms Rockefeller and progresses to the bliss that is Charlie’s Lobster Mac & Cheese. The 19th hole could involve indoor golf, 100 craft and domestic beers or just good friends and fellowship, at your leisure.
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FUN FACT
Not all penguins live in cold climates! The penguins coming to the Scovill Zoo will be a species native to Central America or Africa and won't mind our crazy weather.
Main Hangar
Comedy Hour
Tyrone Davis Friday, June 7 Saturday, June 8 8:30 p.m. both nights
- PRESENTED BY -
Nathan Timmel Wednesday, June 12 Thursday, June 13 Special wine tasting at 7:00 p.m., comedy begins at 8:30 p.m. both nights
Limited seating-only 100 tickets sold each show!
$10 in advance, $12 day of show Tickets are available at the Main Hangar Restaurant, by calling 217-421-7452, or online at mainhangarrestaurant.net Seating is determined on a first-come, first-served basis. We recommend making reservations for 6:30 p.m.
Mike Green Friday, June 21 Saturday, June 22 8:30 p.m. both nights
The Main Hangar
Serving Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & All You Can Eat Sunday Brunch Buffet
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June Events
Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main, Mt Zion] 9a-12p
EVERY DAY 100 Discoveries: The Nature of the Grand Prairie (thru Dec 2013) This breathtaking exhibit is a locally created collection of photographs, 2D and 3D artwork and brief writings created by the members of the Corps of Discovery. The exhibit was inspired and highlights the adventures, journals, and scientific observations of the original Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery, which set off in May 1804 to explore the unchartered West. Rock Springs Nature Center [Exhibit Hall, 3939 Nearing Ln]
Let's Get Fit! Take the first step to fitness. Train for the 3rd annual Come Together Let’s Walk! [Fairview Park] 5:30p (PreActivities), 5:45p (Walk/Run)
Alan Perry View the breathtaking moments of wildlife and nature captured on film. Rock Spring Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln] Art Exhibit Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Caf [256 W Main, wildflourartisanbakery.com] Art Exhibit Gallery 510 [160 E Main, Suite 100, 422.1509, gallery510.org] Art Exhibit Decatur Airport [910 Airport Rd] Art Exhibit Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin] EVERY MONDAY Mocha Monday Stay and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea with a friend or take one to go. It's our way of saying we are glad you're here!
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Beginner Stained Glass Class The Glass House [2895 N Oakland, 875.7077] 6:30-9p Municipal Band Concert (thru 8.13) Free, Fairview Park, 7-9p Country Line Dance Come join a fun-filled evening, meet new people and learn to Country Line Dance. $6, Knights of Columbus Hall [520 N East, 764.3070] 7-8p (Class), 8-9p (Dance) EVERY MONDAY & WEDNESDAY Greater Decatur Youth Band Instrumentalists in grades 5-10 who are looking for superior summer instruction and a chance to perform at various special events. $65-72, Kirkland Fine Arts Center [1184 W Main, 424.6309] 9-10:15a (grades 5 & 6), 10:30-11:45a (grades 7-10) EVERY MONDAY & THURSDAY Walk & Talk You can cover quite a distance walking inside of the library! Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main, Mt Zion, www.mtzion.lib.il.us] 8-9a
Senior Walk Enjoy the company and a cup of coffee. Forsyth Park [Lg. Pavilion] 9-10a Storytime (thru 7.30) Stories, songs and snacks for kids aged 3-5. Barclay Public Library [220 S Main, Warrensburg, 672.3621] 10:30a & 6:30p Archery (thru 7.23) Learn and practice the basic skills of archery. Begins with a safety lesson followed by target practice. Free, Forsyth Park [Concession Stand] 11a-12p Park Runs (begins 6.11) Runners of all ages are welcome at this weekly event that includes a half-mile Tot Trot, one-mile Fun Run or various distances. $1, Fairview Park [Pavilion #1, 429.3472] 6p Chess Club Doherty's Pub & Pins [242 E William St, www.decaturchessclub.com] 6-10p SleepyTime Tales Features stories that will entertain and help your 3-5-year-old have sweet dreams. Call to register. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main, Mt Zion 864.3622] 6:30p Stevie Ray Kelton Lincoln Square Lounge, 7:30p-12a
EVERY TUESDAY-THURSDAY First Tee Junior Golf (6.11- 6.27) Learn valuable life skills while playing the game of golf! Interactive classes EVERY TUESDAY with Park District golf pros are Mighty Mites (thru 7.23) designed to help youth aged 5-17 Children aged 4-6 are invited to join with their form and fundamentals. us for a fun-filled hour each week of $50, Hickory Point & Scovill Golf games, reading, crafts and playground Courses [429.6243] 9-10:30a fun! Registration required. $15, Forsyth Staley Striders Track & Field Club Park [Large Pavilion] 9-10a Athletes aged 6 and up focus on short and long-distance running techniques, plus a variety of field events. $18-21, Millikin University [Track, 429.3472, www.decatur-parks. org] 10-11:30a
Dates, times and locations are subject to last-minute changes. When in doubt, call first!
EVERY WEDNESDAY Toddler Time Ideal for children 18 months – 3 yrs. old and their caregiver. Programs include stories, songs and fun activities. Call to register. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main, Mt Zion 864.3622] 9:30a Coffee Club Barclay Public Library [220 S Main St, Warrensburg, 672.3621] 9:30a
old for school. Call to register. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main, Mt Zion 864.3622] 9:30a
Macon Racing Macon Speedway [Macon, maconracing.com] 7p
Art in the Park (thru 7.25) Ages 7+, come ready to experiment and use your imagination! $15 (entire summer), Forsyth Park [Large Pavilion] 11a-12p
EVERY SUNDAY Municipal Band Concert (thru 7.26) Fairview Park, 6p
Write Stuff Writer's Group Support, encouragement, and critiques for writers in all stages of Bike Club (thru 7.24) development. Wildflour Artisan Bakery Ages 7+, all riders must wear a helmet. & Caf [256 W Main] 3:30p Free, Forsyth Park [Concession Stand] Coziahr H-D Bike Nite 11a-12p Stop in Coziahr H-D for a schedule! Family Golf Night/Pro Tips Coziahr H-D [150 W Marion, Forsyth] Family Night provides a low-key Stevie Ray Kelton instructional environment for golfers Timbuktu, 9p-1a of all skill levels. Park District pros are available on the driving range and Mobile Soundz Karaoke putting green; plus you’ll enjoy all Featuring Troy Hayes. Pop's Place the range balls you can hit! $9, Red [4335 W Main] 9p-1a Tail Run Driving Range [520 W Grove, 422.2211] 6-8p EVERY THURSDAY, SATURDAY Mobile Soundz Karaoke Fairview Family Swim Time Featuring Troy Hayes. Woody's Bar Families can enjoy their own private [1190 W South Side Dr] 9p-1a swim time at the Fairview Pool. For their safety, children must be Billy Galt on the Patio accompanied by an adult. $4.25 Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] (person), $12 (family), free (family pool 7-9p pass), Fairview Pool [421.7431] 7:15-9p (Th) & 9:30-11:30a (Sa) EVERY WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY EVERY FRIDAY Open Play Volleyball $3, Decatur Family YMCA [220 W Toddler Time (thru 7.26) Stories and finger plays serve as a first McKinley, www.decaturymca.org] step into reading for your child. For 8-10p children aged 1-3. Barclay Public EVERY WEDNESDAY-SATURDAY Library [220 S Main, Warrensburg, Docta LD DJ/Karaoke 672.3621] 10:30a Curly’s Bar & Pizza [2683 N Water, DJ Philbilly (except 6.7) 875.9800] 9p-2a Sliderz [5995 E Rt 36] 9p EVERY THURSDAY Free Admission Thursdays EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY Scovill Zoo [71 S Country Club Rd, Wine Tastings The Decanter Fine Wines [215 N Main 421.7435] 10a-7p St, 422.9463] 4-7p (Fr) & 1-6p (Sa) StoryTime Programs include stories and activities EVERY SATURDAY designed to encourage a love of Saturday Produce Market (begins reading and to prepare your 3-5-year- 6.8 thru 10.12) Richland Community College [One College Park] 8a-12p
Saturday, 1 Relay for Life Fun Run/Walk 1&3 Mi. Distances, self-timed. Meet at Coffee Connection. [2505 N Main, 330.8065] 7:30a Toe the Line for the Stines 5K Run/Walk. $25-35, Forsyth Park [501 Forsyth Pkwy, Forsyth, 521.1463] 9a Bike Rally & Flag Escort Sign up at 10a. All bikes and cars welcome. Bikes finish at American Legion Post. Blues, Bikes, & BBQ. $15/ person, Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza, www.usecc.org] 12p Into the Wild-Canoeing 101 Learn the basics of canoeing, have a race with each other, maneuver an obstacle course, and learn all about Lewis and Clark during this outdoor adventure. Reservations required. Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, www.maconcountyconservation. org, 423.7708] 12-2p Music on the Lot Calling all local artists! Here's a chance to showcase your talent. Fairview Plaza [1481 W King, 791.6067] 12-9p Rhythm Within You: An Introduction to African Drums Richland Community College [One College Park] 12-2p Community Game Day Family-friendly group playing board, card, and role-playing games. Games available or bring your own. Salvation Army Community Center [229 W Main, www.decaturgamers.com] 1p Professor Steve's Wild Water & Fantastic Fire Show $8 (adult), Free (15 and under), Lincoln Square Theatre [141 N Main] 3p & 7p
June Events 360 Band Denny Brue's (the sax player) going away party! Sliderz [5995 E Rt 36] 4p Decatur Derby Dames vs River Valley Roller Girls Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza] Doors open 6p, Bout 7p. Pat Bowe Band Caf Brio [2880 N Oakland Ave, 875.2746] 7:30-10:30p Dangerous Gentlemen Pop's Place [4335 W Main] 8p-12a Escaping Neverland Playing great rock 'n roll hits. Sliderz [5995 E Rt 36] 9p Gutterbound Rusty Spur Saloon [4380 W Main] 9p Night Moves Wild Dog Saloon [815 S 22nd] 9p Scott & Bman Harley's Hideout [130 E Main, Dalton City, 874.2309] 9p-12a Thin Ice Friendly Bar & Package [1935 S Taylorville Rd] 9p Stomach Ache and The Dukes $3, Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland, www.donnieshomespun. com] 9:30p 6.1-6.2 92nd Central IL Adult Open Fairview Tennis Complex [www. decatur-parks.org]
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Outdoor Flea Market Drive-In Antique Mall [2905 N Oakland, 877.8805] Cookin' with the Chorale Concessions and hot grills for cooking are available at 5p. Fairview Park [422.5911] 6p 6.1-7.31 Adult & Young Adult Summer Reading Program Monopoly-themed "Have Book ... Will Travel." The more forms completed, the more chances to win! On the Monopoly-themed forms, each property (space) write the title of what you have read, watched, listened to, attended, and at least 5 spaces must be filled out to be considered complete. Note: Railroads must be local history subjects OR railroad subjects. Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin, www.decaturlibrary.org, 424.2900] Sunday, 2 Herbs of the Homestead Prairie Farm Learn about various culinary, medicinal, and aromatic herbs and their historical uses. You will also learn about the tradition of making herbal nosegay bouquets. Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, www.maconcountyconservation.org, 423.7708] 2p National Trails Day Join us on a hike along our trails. We will explore the trails and learn about their importance. Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, www.maconcountyconservation.org, 423.7708] 2p Christian Music Night Deanna Elliff. West Decatur Church of God [4500 W Main] 6p
Monday, 3 Beginning Birders Camp Children aged 5-10. Includes binoculars, identification guides, field journal and lunch. $50, Illinois Raptor Center [5685 W Hill Rd, www. illinoisraptorcenter.org] 10a -2p 21st Annual Charity Golf Outing Macon Resources fundraiser. Lunch, dinner, prizes. Tee off at 1p. $540 (team), South Side Country Club [1650 Cottage Dr, www.maconresources. org] 11:30a 6.3-6.6 First Tee Golf Camp Youth aged 5-17 can get into the swing of golf with this exciting 4-day camp! Beginners focus on coordination, simple techniques and motor skills while more advanced players take their swing to the next level. Hickory Point Golf Course [727 Weaver Rd, www.decatur-parks.org] 8:45-11a 6.3-6.7 YMCA Basketball Camp Children aged 4-10. Cost varies per age group. Decatur Family YMCA [220 W McKinley, www.decaturymca.org] Investigation Destination VBS Bible stories, games, crafts, snacks. 3 years-6th grade. Faith Baptist Church [875 W Grove, 429.2121] 6-8p 6.3-6.27 Jr High Volleyball Camp Children aged 8-14. $65-85, Decatur Family YMCA [220 W McKinley, www. decaturymca.org] Tuesday, 4 Youth Garden Help plant a flower garden that will beautify the library all summer long. Ag students will be on hand to provide some short interactive demos about water science. Forsyth Library [268 S Elwood, Forsyth, www. forsythvillage.us] 10-11a
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Richard Landry - Magician Richard Landry kicks off our ‘Have Book Will Travel’ summer reading program with a comedy magic show full of surprises, smiles and good clean fun. Richard’s live rabbit, Snowball, will join us on this magical trip. Forsyth Library [268 S Elwood, Forsyth, www. forsythvillage.us] 2-3p The Truly Remarkable Loon's Read Books & Juggle Everything Else Decatur Public Library: Children's Area [130 N Franklin, www.decaturlibrary. org, 424.2900] 7p Wednesday, 5 Greater Decatur Chamber Business Breakfast $10, The Decatur Club [158 W Prairie, decaturchamber.org, 422.2200] 7-8a Wednesday Book Club We get the books and you read them! To register contact the library. Barclay Library [220 S Main, Warrensburg, barclay.lib.il.us, 672.3621] 10:30a Summer Reading Program Featuring Jim Nesci and his alligator “Bubba." Call to register. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main, Mt Zion, 864.3622] 11a Books Between Bites Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson. Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin, 424.2900] 12:15p 6.5-7.31 Norway: The Marilynn and Dean Madden Collection This exhibit features fine art, folk arts and artifacts that paint a picture of the history, culture, arts and traditions of Norway. Madden Arts Center [125 N Water, 423.3189] 8:30a-4:30p (Mo-Fr), 10a-4p (Sa) Thursday, 6 15th Annual Leadership Conference Interactive workshops provide new information, a chance to learn practical skills, and opportunities to network with community leaders and
Opening Cultural Event Family event with authentic Norwegian music by Julane Lund, audience participation, folk dancing with members of Leikkaring Folk Weather & Climate Dancers, hands-on crafts to make, troll Learn about weather and climate with a stories with storyteller John Schirle presentation by a local meteorologist and a taste of Norwegian pastries. and Illinois State Climatologists. Global Free, Madden Arts Center [125 N climate change will also be discussed Water] 5p and activities for use in the classroom Grillin' in the Garden will be demonstrated. Reservations Annual outdoor fundraising event required. $25, Macon County featuring live entertainment by Scott Conservation District [3939 Nearing Ln, www.maconcountyconservation. & Bman, Dr. Seuss-inspired specialty drinks, food, silent auction and photo org, 423.7708] 8:30a-4p booth. $75 (person), $125 (couple), All about Bikes Baby TALK [500 E Lake Shore Dr, www. Wheel into the library for stories babytalk.org, 475.2234] 6-9p and crafts featuring bikes and trikes. Teen Night Decatur Bicycle Shop will add extra Students in grades 6-12 will enjoy fun by bringing some special bikes a fun-filled evening with a DJ and and sharing bike safety tips. Children unlimited mini golf and batting aged 2-5. Forsyth Library [268 S cages. $5, Paul's Puttin' Place & Dunn's Elwood, Forsyth, www.forsythvillage. Dugout [Nelson Park Blvd, 2215 us] 10-11a Cantrell St, www.decatur-parks.org, 422.2316] 6:30-8:30p Up, Up and Away Barclay Library [220 S Main, All About Country Dance Warrensburg, barclay.lib.il.us, 672.3621] Open to the public. $10 (lesson), 10:30a Moose Lodge [3190 N Woodford St, 837.1438] 7p (lesson) 8-10p (dance) Chill on the Hill community “do-ers” from across the state. $75, Decatur Conference Center & Hotel [4191 US 36 W, web.extension. illinois.edu] 8:30a-3:30p
The Veggies. $3, Free (12 and under), Fletcher Park [Mt Zion, www.mtzion. com, 864.5424] 6p (food)- 7-10p (music)
Greg Bickers Solo & Jam Session Sliderz (on the Patio) [5995 E Rt 36] 6:30p Open Mic at the Winery Come share your talents with us. Feel free to come in a little early for a famous Winery burger! The Winery [1093 W Main] 9:30p Friday, 7 Butterfly Gardens Join members of the Garden Club of Decatur as they help us plant our Children’s Garden and learn about Butterfly Gardens. There will be a fun craft, too. Dress for mess! Call to register. Ages 5+. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main, Mt Zion, 864.3622] 10a
Free Music Friday Chris Bradley & Jennifer Hood. Main Place Bar & Grill [101 S Main] 7p Soul Purpose Sliderz [5995 E Rt 36] 8p The Big Idea Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland] 9p Thin Ice Spare Time Lanes [2870 N Jasper, 875.3141] 9p Gary William BMF DJ & Karaoke Rusty Spur Saloon [4380 W Main] 9p 6.7-6.8 Schaub Floral Display Plant Sale Plants for sale include tropicals, perennials, shrubs, trees, annuals, succulents, cacti, and terrariums. Schaub Floral Display Center [3415 E Lost Bridge Rd, www.decatur-parks. org, 421.7550] 9a-3p
June Events Comedy Night Mike O'Keefe, Tyrone Davis. Mature audiences only (21+). $10-12, Main Hangar [910 S Airport Rd, mainhangarrestaurant.net, 421.7452] 8:30p
Animal Crackers Class Remarkable Reptiles. Children aged 3-5 will listen to a story about a reptile, meet a few of the zoo’s reptiles, create a craft with their adult guests, and snack on animal crackers! $9-10, Scovill Zoo [71 S Country Club Rd, www.decatur-parks.org, 421.7435] 9:30-10:15a & 11-11:45a
6.7-6.9 66th Annual SOYA Skeet Shoot Times vary. 2 and 5 person teams. $50, Decatur Gun Club [former Faries Park, decaturgunclub.com, 972.4182]
26th Annual Fairy Garden Tea Party The magic and wonder of 'makebelieve' make this a most enchanting morning in the Fairy Garden. Stories, chimes and 'fairy dust' precede a full POW WOW Days Entertainment, contests, parade, talent English High Tea. $24, Mari-Mann Herb show, car show, amusement rides. Rock Farm [1405 Mari Mann Ln, 429.1555] of Ages 7:15-10:15p (Fr). [Moweaqua] 10a-12p Saturday, 8 Macon-Piatt County 4H Horse Show Big Creek Riding Center [4961 E Lost Bridge Rd, 864.3436] Sustainability Fair Featuring advocacy groups and commercial organizations working in the sustainable living sector! Richland Community College [under the wind turbine, www.progresscity.us] Forsyth American Legion Post #2008 Golf Outing 4-person scramble. Entry fee covers green fees and food. BYOB. $55, Moweaqua Golf Course [Moweaqua, 412.0541] 8:30a
Father's Day Drop-In Craft Get ready to show Dad some love by making a special gift just for him. Forsyth Library [268 S Elwood, Forsyth, www.forsythvillage.us] 10a-2p Mr Dave & the Space Cadets Children will learn how to Shake the Sillies Out, do the Dinosaur Stomp and find out what happens on Superhero Street! Though the music and activities will be geared toward children aged 0-5, all welcome. Free, Baby TALK [500 E Lake Shore Dr, www. babytalk.org, 475.2234] 10-11a
Preschool Peepers “Eeek!” We squirm and squeal when we see a bug on the ground, but there 2nd Saturday Book Sale Looking for a hidden gem or a favorite is no need. Come learn about the amazing insects that live all around us. movie? Check out the Friends of the Reservations required by 6.5. $1, Rock Library Second Saturday Used Book Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Sale. Decatur Public Library [130 N Ln, www.maconcountyconservation. Franklin, www.decaturlibrary.org, org, 423.7708] 10-11a 424.2900] 9:30a-12:30p World Oceans Day Scovill Zoo [71 S Country Club Rd] 10a-7p
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Wii Games Teen program. Barclay Library [220 S Main, Warrensburg, barclay.lib.il.us, 672.3621] 10:30a Kirby Giles Benefit Poker Run starting at Barry Cycle, Pop's Place, and ending at the Moose Lodge in Decatur for a good old hog roast, music, raffles, 50/50s and more! Various locations [853.6076] 11a Saturday Book Club We get the books and you read them! To register contact the library. Barclay Library [220 S Main, Warrensburg, barclay.lib.il.us, 672.3621] 11a Pam Stone, The Watermelon Party Haines & Essick [130 E William] 1-3p Civil War Prisons $2 (museum admission), Macon County History Museum [5580 N Fork Rd, www.mchsdecatur.org, 422.4919] 1:30p A Matter of the Heart Fundraiser Enjoy an evening of fun, laughter, and lots of music with Nick and his family. Featuring some of Decatur's finest entertainment that will include Gifts of Zion Dance Team! Fun, food, and BBQ! Robertson Charter School [2240 E Geddes Ave, 329.2062] 3-7p Cruisin' Nights on Eldo Free [Eldorado Street, 972.9049] 6p Decatur Zombie 5K Non-competitive 5K run/walk for all ages, with zombies all along the route, of course. Runners have a limited number of tags and must avoid the lurching zombies' attempts to take all your flags. $25, Fairview Park [Pavilion 2, www.decaturlibrary.org, 424.2900] 6p National Gospel Play Starring Bishop of comedy Reggie Reg and Eric Moore from "I Can Do Bad." $25 (door), $20 (adv), Lincoln Square Theatre [141 N Main] 6p
Dates, times and locations are subject to last-minute changes. When in doubt, call first!
GLAD Social Fellowship, potluck 7p followed by program. TBD [www.gladdecatur.com] 6:30p
Yoga Bring your own mat and something to drink. Nelson Park [Big Pavillion] 10-11:30a
West End Boogie Project Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 8-11p
Bluegrass Music Jam Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, www. maconcountyconservation.org, 423.7708] 1-4p
Matt Carter Band Call early to reserve your table. $5, Paco's Sol Bistro [237 N Main, 330.6483] 8:30-11:30p Point 08 Rusty Spur Saloon [4380 W Main] 9p X-Krush Sliderz [5995 E Rt 36] 9p 6.8 & 6.22 Dulcimer Club Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, www. maconcountyconservation.org, 423.7708] 10a-12p NFT Underground Flea Market Never Forgotten Thymes [726 E Cerro Gordo] 10a-5p 6.8-6.9 Dance Xtreme Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza] 6.8-6.16 Macon County Fair Harness racing, pageant, tractor pull, Bears-n-Buddies chainsaw auction, power drillers, parade, C-4, bull riders, carving auction. Cost varies by event; Macon County Fairgrounds [3700 N Westlawn, www.maconcountyfair. com] Times vary, see webpage for complete schedule Sunday, 9 Ride United Riding a route or not, everyone is welcome to celebrate at the finish line with lunch, frosty cold drinks, and raffle prize drawings. Fairview Park [uwdecatur.org, 422.8537] 7a-2p
Family Science Sunday June is Dairy Month! Celebrate all things dairy with hands-on activities. Learn about foods in the dairy group and why you need calcium. Be amazed by a colorful milk experiment and take home a special giveaway! $5 (ages 2+), Children's Museum of Illinois [55 S Country Club Rd, www. cmofil.org] 2-4p How Our Gardens Grow Garden Walk Join us rain or shine. Stroll through 7 beautiful gardens on this self-guided tour. $10-12, Various locations [web. extension.illinois.edu/dmp, 877.6042] 3-7p Scott and Bman Pop's Place [4335 W Main, 330.6546] 3-6p Christian Music Night Instruments of Faith. West Decatur Church of God [4500 W Main] 6p
6.10-6.12 Junior Optimist Championship Red Tail Run [520 W Grove] 6.10-6.13 YMCA Triathlon Camp Children aged 5-14. $30-50, Decatur Family YMCA [220 W McKinley, www. decaturymca.org] 6.10-6.14 Musicamp 2013 Made in America Children entering grades K-6 are invited. Music, special guests, art, movement, instruments and fun make up the week. This year's event focuses on music and related arts in America. Pre-registration online is requested. Free, First Baptist Church [1320 Arbor Dr, www.decaturfbc.com] 9-11:30a VBS Ages 4+. Camp Wilson Foursquare Church [7570 W Main, Harristown, www.campwilsonfoursquare.org, 963.2855] 9-11:30a Mega Sports Camp Breaking Free Offering kids aged 8-13 a chance to learn more about sports, discover character building and have a whole lot of fun. Sports include basketball, martial arts, cheerleading, flag football. Space limited. $20, Grace United Methodist Church [901 N Main, decaturgrace.com, 429.5374] 1-4p
Tuesday, 11 Mad Science Adventures in Fire & Ice Climb on board with Mad Science on an adventure in fire & ice. We Monday, 10 will travel through fiery desert heat, Brancher Camp blowing mountain winds, frigid arctic Children aged 5-10. Get your kids ice and cool swampy fog. Forsyth outside and into nature! This program Library [268 S Elwood, Forsyth, www. will introduce youth to some live birds forsythvillage.us] 2-3p of prey and to some plants, animals and insects along the way! $35, Illinois Garden Club Garden Walk Home of Alana Studebaker. Raptor Center [5685 W Hill Rd, www. See webpage for details [www. illinoisraptorcenter.org] 10a-2p gardenclubofdecatur.com] 6p Pizza and Movie Ages 7+. Registration required. $5, Open Mic with Antone & Friends Invite friends and family to this great Forsyth Community Center [Library, musical event. Antioch Christian Forsyth, www.forsythvillage.us] Church [5409 E Rt 36, www. 11:30a-1:30p accdecatur.org, 864.3444] 6p Ivan Parker Also featuring Three for One. $15-18, Maranatha A.G. Church [555 W Imboden, 864.5636] 6p
June Events
Really READiculous Decatur Park Singers Barclay Library [220 S Main, Mt Zion Amphitheatre [Mt Zion, www. Warrensburg, barclay.lib.il.us, 672.3621] decatur-parks.org] 6:30p Eric Burgett 10:30a Katz [112 Merchant] 9p Free Music Friday Thursday "Bored" Game Night Ashley Riley. Main Place Bar & Grill [101 Wednesday, 12 Family-friendly group playing board, S Main] 7-10p Summer Reading Program card, and role-playing games. Games Learn to line dance and enjoy Tex-Mex available or bring your own. Diamonds Escaping Neverland & Point 08 style treats and crafts. Call to register. Katz [112 Merchant] 9p Family Restaurant [2959 N Oakland, Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main, www.decaturgamers.com] 5:30p Mt Zion, 864.3622] 1p LHP Chill on the Hill Friday Funday! Call for reservations. No Walking Tacos and a Movie Kilborn Alley Blues. $3, Free (12 and cover, Paco's Sol Bistro [237 N Main, Travel back in time with Marty McFly under), Fletcher Park [Mt Zion, www. 330.6483] 8-11p as we watch Back to the Future and mtzion.com, 864.5424] 6p (food)-7enjoy walking tacos. Forsyth Library VooDoo Lounge 10p (music) [268 S Elwood, Forsyth, www. Rusty Spur Saloon [4380 W Main] 9p forsythvillage.us] 1:30-4p Book Club Someone Knows My Name by Soy City Stranglers & The Timmys 6.12-6.13 Lawrence Hill. Mt Zion District Library Free, Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 Comedy Night [115 W Main, Mt Zion, 864.3622] 6:30p S Oakland, www.donnieshomespun. Jeff Bodart. $10-12, Main Hangar [910 com] 10p S Airport Rd, mainhangarrestaurant. Macon Racing net, 421.7452] 7p (Wine tasting) 8:30p Night of Nascar Stars II Featuring Tony 6.14-6.15 (Comedy show) Stewart. Macon Speedway [Macon, Forsyth Fun Fest Carnival, food, bingo, dunk tank. maconracing.com] 6.12-6.15 Village Picnic (5p Fr), Youth League Decatur Commodores Sunnyside 6.13-6.14 v Village (7p Fr), Parade (10a Sa), Invitational Tournament 13th Annual Conference on Fireworks (Dusk Sa), LHP (6:30 & 9p Sa). Watch some of the Midwest’s most Diversity and Globalization Forsyth Village Park [500 W Weaver, talented baseball players (18U). Times Cultural Capital Revolution. Richland Forsyth, www.forsythvillage.us] vary. Sunnyside Park [Rt 36 & Wyckles, Community College [One College decaturcommodores.com] 6.14-6.16 Park, diversity.richland.edu] Decatur-Forsyth Classic Thursday, 13 Friday, 14 Watch some of the world's best Go Far in Your Car FOZ and Zoo Parents Picnic women golfers right here in Decatur Have you ever read a story inside a Friends of the Zoo members and at the Decatur-Forsyth Classic, an limousine? We'll be able to sit in the Zoo Parents are invited to this special LPGA Symetra Tour Event! Hickory back and pretend to go far in a big appreciation event. Enjoy food and Point Golf Course [727 Weaver Rd, car before we have a snack and craft. animal presentations. Scovill Zoo [71 S 421.7444] Children aged 2-5. Forsyth Library [268 Country Club Rd, www.decatur-parks. S Elwood, Forsyth, www.forsythvillage. org, 421.7435] 5-7:30p Saturday, 15 us] 10-11a Adam Carter Memorial 20th Annual 5K Fun Walk/Run $25 (adult), $15 (8 yrs & Freedom Day Banquet Speaker Lynne Jackson. $50, Heartland under), Fairview Park [www. Grand Palace [3253 N Brush College] AdamCarterMemorial.com] 8a 6:30p
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Dates, times and locations are subject to last-minute changes. When in doubt, call first!
Life Is Good in Our Neighborhood 5K Run/Walk (8a), 1 mile Fun Run (8a), Dog Walk (8:05a), Princess/Superhero Walk (7:45a). $2-18, Forsyth Village Park [500 W Weaver, Forsyth, www. forsythvillage.us, 972.9445] Woofstock Tons of dog-gone fun for the entire family! Rescued Paws on Parade (10a), Pooch Parade (11a), agility/obedience demos, unique breed demo (1p), vendors, pizza, food, Fido Fotos, microchipping, goody bags to the first 300 dogs! Dogs must be on a leash. $5, Free (Children 12 & under), Macon Resources [2121 Hubbard Ave, www. homewardboundpetshelter.com, 875.1910] 9a-2p Geocaching Adventure Bring the whole family for a fun introduction to geocaching. There will be caches to find on library grounds. Ages 10+. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main, Mt Zion, 864.3622] 10a Mom 2 Mom Sale A large indoor garage sale with only Maternity, Baby, Kid and Teen (juniors) items! Perfect for growing families to get what they need for their children at below retail prices! Mt Zion Village East Convention Center [1410 Mt Zion Parkway, Mt Zion, 248.952.7319] 11a-3p Myk Little Photography Show Central Illinois to Chicago. Party Warehouse [3090 N Water, 872.7777] 11a-3p A Haunted Life: The Life of a Haunted Decatur Tour Guide Join Adam White, a Haunted Decatur tour guide, as he talks about some of the best haunted sites in Decatur, tour bloopers, and more! Decatur Public Library: Madden Auditorium [130 N Franklin, www.decaturlibrary.org, 424.2900] 1p
Family Fun-Plantastic Observe life in the wild that won’t run away – PLANTS! Learn about plants on a hike with a naturalist and discover all different kinds. Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, www.maconcountyconservation.org, 423.7708] 1:30p
Trash Martini From Chicago, playing the best rock & pop hits. Sliderz [5995 E Rt 36] 9:30p
Super Kids' Club 90 minutes of fun for the family. Free (kids), $5 (adult), Lincoln Square Theatre [141 N Main] 2-3:30p
Sunday, 16 Father's Day Fathers (and grandfathers) receive free admission with paid child admission. $5 (ages 2+), Children's Museum of Illinois [55 S Country Club Rd, www. cmofil.org] 1-5p
Big Freeze Contest Sign up to compete in the coolest contest in town. Homemade ice cream contest. Mt Zion Community Ice Cream Social. Mt Zion United Methodist Church [1220 W Main, Mt Zion, 454.6365] 4-7p
6.15-6.16 Steps Dance Complex Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza]
The Early Music of Central IL Before the Civil War, music of Central Illinois was influenced by people traveling along the region’s roads and rivers. Explore the musicians Chris Armour's and sounds that gave birth to an "A Night of Fashion" era of music. Rock Springs Nature Promising to be quite the treat for ALL Center [3939 Nearing Ln, www. of Central Illinois, with 3 segments maconcountyconservation.org, dedicated to Couture, High & Urban 423.7708] 2p fashions. Art gallery, photography and Noah and the Back Alley Blues live entertainment. $25-50, Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza, Pop's Place [4335 W Main] 3-6p 309.660.2275] 5p (red carpet), 7p Singles/Couples Dance (show) BAM! $10, Knights of Columbus [520 E Concert in the Park North, 875.3090] 5-8p Youth Park Singers. Millikin Homestead Monday, 17 [125 N Pine, www.decatur-parks.org] Fishing Derby 6:30p Come with your fishing poles and Bright Ben equipment. Bait provided. Ages 7+. Pop's Place [4335 W Main] TBD Registration required. Free, Forsyth Pond [west of Veterans Pavilion, Haunted Decatur Tour Forsyth, www.forsythvillage.us] Join us for a night of Decatur's spirits, 9-11:30a scandals & sins and we go in search of the history and hauntings of the past! 6.17-6.21 Kingdom Rock, VBS $30, Departs from the Avon Theatre Kids aged 3-6th grade. Call to register. [426 N Water] 7p St Paul's Lutheran Church [W Mound & Retrospect Taylor, www.spldecatur.org, 423.6955] Rambo's Pub & Grub [113 E Elm, 9a-12p Argenta] 8p C-4 Rusty Spur Saloon [4380 W Main] 9p
June Events 6.17-6.27 B.O.S.S. Musical Theatre Camp Everyone is a star in B.O.S.S. musical theatre camps! Actors in grades 1-12 will learn teamwork, musical theatre techniques, and skills in preparation for an exciting final show with sets, costumes, props and lights. $165-180, Poage Arts & Recreation Center [2020 N Oakland, www.decatur-parks.org, 422.5911] 9a-12p (grades 1-5), 1-4p (grades 6-12) Tuesday, 18 Bubble Wonders Geoff Akins, the Bubble Guy, takes us to a world where bubbles can do amazing things. Dancing bubbles, volcano bubbles, a square bubble, even a person inside a bubble are possible when this skilled bubbleologist demonstrates his skill. Forsyth Library [268 S Elwood, Forsyth, www.forsythvillage.us] 2-3p Concert in the Park Youth Park Singers. Monroe Park [www.decatur-parks.org] 6:30p Wednesday, 19 Toddler Camps Make a Mess-terpiece: Get creative and make a mess (that we'll clean up!) during this art-based camp! Children aged 3 & 4. Designed for pre-schoolers who are potty-trained. Registration required. $10-13, Children's Museum of Illinois [55 S Country Club Rd, www. cmofil.org] 9-11a
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Food & Fun Come to Wise Park for food, games, and fun. [213 N St Marie, Blue Mound, www.bluemoundlibrary.lib.il.us, 692.2774] 10:30a
Chill on the Hill 360 Band. $3, Free (12 and under), Fletcher Park [Mt Zion, www.mtzion. com, 864.5424] 6p (food), 7-10p (music)
Summer Reading Program Master Entertainer Troy Roark uses comedy, juggling and magic to present a fun and educational program for the whole family. Call to register. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main, Mt Zion, 864.3622] 11a
6.20-6.22 Rummage Sale Temple Baptist Church [1818 E Mound, www.templebaptistdecatur. com, 877.7030] 8a-3p
Open Game Night Family-friendly group playing board, card, and role-playing games. Games available or bring your own. Doherty's Pub & Pins [242 E William, www. decaturgamers.com] 5:30p Thursday, 20 Boats & Bubbles Dress to get wet for this outdoor storytime. We'll cruise into a celebration of boats and bubbles. If it rains, we'll still have loads of bubble fun. Kids aged 2-5. Forsyth Library [268 S Elwood, Forsyth, www.forsythvillage. us] 10-11a Travel to the Tropics A Hawaiian Luau Barclay Library [220 S Main, Warrensburg, barclay.lib.il.us, 672.3621] 10:30a Book Club Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut. Decatur Public Library [Board Room, www.decaturlibrary.org, 424.2900] 1p Blues in Central Park Featuring Don Kinsey, former guitarist for Bob Marley, and Peter Tosh [Downtown Decatur] 6p (Vendors), 7-10p (Music)
Friday, 21 Ladies Only Golf Outing 2-woman teams in best ball format. $75, Hickory Point Golf Course [727 Weaver Rd, 423.5437] Bookkeepers Adult Book Discussion Defending Jacob by William Landay. Forsyth Library [268 S Elwood, Forsyth, www.forsythvillage.us] 10-11:30a Greater Decatur Chamber Annual Golf Outing Active day on the greens with other Chamber members and their guests. $125, Hickory Point Golf Course [727 Weaver Rd, decaturchamber.org, 422.2200] 11a-5p Decatur Area Education Coalition Meeting Come hear about current projects to benefit Decatur-area schools and the community. Free lunch served. Decatur Area Arts Council [125 N Water, www.edco4kids.org] 11:30a-1p Game Time Fly into the library for board games and fun. Forsyth Library [268 S Elwood, Forsyth, www.forsythvillage.us] 1-2p Cruisin' Rooster Car Show Krekel's Kustard North [3727 N Woodford] 4-8p
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Family Camp Out "Things That Go Bump In the Night," what the animals do when the sun goes down. Supper, a night tour, animal presentation, morning train ride, and breakfast. $18, Scovill Zoo [71 S Country Club Rd, www.decaturparks.org, 421.7435] 6p-9a
Saturday, 22 Decatur Trail Riders Speed Show Big Creek Riding Center [4961 E Lost Bridge Rd, 864.3436]
Family Fun Night Healthy snacks, crafts, movie. $5, Decatur Family YMCA [220 W McKinley, www.decaturymca.org] 6:30-9p
WDCR 5K Run & Walk for the Talk Come run and walk with the Bishop! All participants receive an embossed cross finisher's medallion. 5K run will be chip timed. $20, Nelson Park [570 N Nelson Park] 8:30a
Free Music Friday Scott and Bman. Main Place Bar & Grill [101 S Main, 422.4700] 7p
Veterans Ride Coziahr H-D [150 W Marion, Forsyth, www.coziahrhd.com, 877.7115]
Canvas Photo Art for Adults You supply the photo; we'll provide the supplies to create a special piece of art ready to display in your home. Forsyth Library [268 S Elwood, Forsyth, www.forsythvillage.us] 10-11:30a
Acoustica Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 8-11p Who Cares Top 40 hits, 80s and newer. Sliderz [5995 E Rt 36] 9p Whoopee Cats Rusty Spur Saloon [4380 W Main] 9p Sunday, 23 Decatur Junior Trail Riders Pleasure Show Big Creek Riding Center [4961 E Lost Bridge Rd, 864.3436] 10a
Door Basket Weaving Class A great basket for beginners, but all The Chosen Ones levels will enjoy making this door 1st Southern Baptist [5925 N Main, basket. This basket is made on a 14” Boody, www.boodybaptistchurch. by 20” handle. Materials provided. com] 7p Reservations required. $35, Rock NFT Anniversary Party Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Hipbone Sam Food, refreshments, door prizes, live Ln, www.maconcountyconservation. Pop's Place [4335 W Main, music. Never Forgotten Thymes [726 E org, 423.7708] 1p hipbonesam.com] 8:30p-12:30a Cerro Gordo] 10a-5p Genealogy Fair Gary William BMF DJ & Karaoke Create with Next of Kiln Free, Decatur Genealogical Library Rusty Spur Saloon [4380 W Main] 9p Teen program. Barclay Library [220 [1255 W South Side] 1-4p S Main, Warrensburg, barclay.lib.il.us, Eric Lambert & Friends Norwegian Smørgaasbord 672.3621] 10:30a Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Advanced registration by 6.18. Friendly Monster Madness Authentic Norwegian national dishes Oakland, www.donnieshomespun. You don’t have to be afraid of wild including seafoods, meats, breads, com] 9p cheeses, salads and desserts served in animals. Go outside into nature and 6.21-6.22 the traditional buffet or smørgaasbord discover some not-so-scary wildlife style. $35, The Beach House [2301 E Haunted America Postlike snakes, spiders, and bugs. Learn Lake Shore Dr, www.decaturarts.org, Apocalypse Conference how they help planet Earth. Rock Lectures and presentations, the return Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing 423.3189] 1p of the "Monster Panel," haunted tours, Ln, www.maconcountyconservation. Walk & Woof ghost hunts, workshops, a newly org, 423.7708] 2p Bring your four-legged best friend for revamped "Strange Stuff" and much a walk in the woods during the first more! $50, Lincoln Square Theatre [141 Chosen Generation & D1 Praise Band day of summer. Mutt-mitts provided. N Main, www.americanspookshows. Free, Tsadakah House (former Leashes required at all times. Rock com] Methodist church) [269 W Eldorado, Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Comedy Night 414.2435] 5-8p Ln, www.maconcountyconservation. Chris Hegedus and Mike Green. org, 423.7708] 2p Be Careful What You Wish For & Mature audiences only (21+). $10Rode Hard Blues Sure What You Pray For! 12, Main Hangar [910 S Airport Rd, Annual religious play. $10 donation, Pop's Place [4335 W Main] 3-6p mainhangarrestaurant.net, 421.7452] Richland Community College [Shilling 8:30p Auditorium, 429.3544] 7p Prairieland Punishers Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza] 7p
June Events Relay for Life Fundraising Party Join the fight against cancer! Relay for Life will host a fundraiser at LSB featuring Scott & Bman, an acoustic rock duo and a 50/50 raffle. $10-15, Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland, 454.2936] 4-7p Christian Music Night Skip & Nila Williamson. West Decatur Church of God [4500 W Main] 6p Monday, 24 Chess Tournament It’s your move! Put us in check as you become the chess champion. Forsyth Village Park [Large Pavilion, Forsyth, www.forsythvillage.us] 10-11a 6.24-6.28 British Soccer Camp Decatur Family YMCA [220 W McKinley, www.challengesports.com] Collage: Children's Arts Experience Enjoy drama, instruments, pottery, culinary, media, singing, dance arts and more! Grades K-6. Register online or by phone. $5, Tabernacle Baptist Church [650 N Wyckles Rd, www. tbcdecatur.org, 877.5653] 9a-12p
Youth Raptor Camp Children aged 11-15. The program will include raptor identification, natural history, predation, mortality, populations, intelligence, instincts, habitat, rehabilitation, falconry, raptor equipment, handling, and the experience of a lifetime. $150, Illinois Raptor Center [5685 W Hill Rd, www. illinoisraptorcenter.org] 9a-12p Promised Land, VBS A "candy-land" themed Vacation Bible School. Pre-schoolers through 5th grade. Antioch Christian Church [5409 E Rt 36, www.accdecatur.org, 864.3444] 6p-8p Tuesday, 25 Midstate Soccer Club's Tots & Summer Academy For youth aged 3-7, focuses on the basics of soccer, including passing, dribbling and coordination. $33-45, MidState Academy Complex [1 Educational Park, www.decatur-parks. org, 429.3472] 9:30-10a (ages 3-4), 10-11a (ages 5-7) Nonfiction Book Club Team of Rivals-Lincoln and His Cabinet by Doris Kearns Goodwin. Decatur Public Library [Board Room, www. decaturlibrary.org, 424.2900] 1p
Snakes Alive! Down on the Farm "Snakehead Ed" introduces visitors Spend a fun-filled week learning to snakes from all over the world. about life on a farm. Children will learn Find out in a hands-on envrionment about taking care of animals, livestock what snakes are really like. Forsyth production, farming equipment, and Library [268 S Elwood, Forsyth, www. how food gets from seed to market. forsythvillage.us] 2-3p Ages 4-6 or 7-9. $75-90, Children's Museum of Illinois [55 S Country Club Open Game Night Rd, www.cmofil.org] 9a-12p or 1-4p Family-friendly group playing board, card, and role-playing games. Games available or bring your own. Mancino's Pizza & Grinders [2805 N Main, www. decaturgamers.com] 5:30p
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Concert in the Park Hess Park [1300 Martin Luther King Dr, www.decatur-parks.org] 6:30p Wednesday, 26 Toddler Camps Down on the Farm: Learn about farm life and meet cows from Curtin Land & Cattle! Children aged 3 & 4. Designed for pre-schoolers who are potty-trained. Registration required. $10-13, Children's Museum of Illinois [55 S Country Club Rd, www.cmofil. org] 9-11a Coloring Contest We have the colors and papers; you supply the imagination and talent! Forsyth Village Park [Large Pavilion, Forsyth, www.forsythvillage.us] 10- 11a Really READiculous Storytime showing how READiculously fun reading children’s books can be! Blue Mound Library [213 N St Marie, Blue Mound, www. bluemoundlibrary.lib.il.us, 692.2774] 10:30a Popcorn and a Movie Muppet Treasure Island. Forsyth Library [268 S Elwood, Forsyth, www. forsythvillage.us] 1-2:40p Summer Reading Program Escapologist Mario Manzini. Call to register. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main, Mt Zion, 864.3622] 1p Concert in the Park Youth Band (6p), Decatur Park Singers (6:30p). Kiwanis Park [Forest & Redwood, www.decatur-parks.org] 6p Raptor Focus Series This series puts the spotlight on the Red Tail Hawk during a one-hour event. Email for reservations. Illinois Raptor Center [5685 W Hill Rd, www. illinoisraptorcenter.org, ircinfo@ comcast.net] 6:30-7:30p
Dates, times and locations are subject to last-minute changes. When in doubt, call first!
Movie in the Park Enjoy your favorite movies on the HUGE inflatable screen! Kiwanis Park [Forest & Redwood, www.decaturparks.org] 8:30p Thursday, 27 95Q Listener Appreciation Night Fletcher Park [Mt Zion, www.mtzion. com, 864.5424]
Decatur Underground Theatre Trivia Night 50/50 and raffle prizes. Doherty's Pub & Pins [242 E William] 7p
BLEND Forever Doo-Wop, a Tribute to 50s/60s show. $12, Lincoln Square Theatre [141 N Main] 7p
Free Music Friday Billy Galt. Main Place Bar & Grill [101 S Main] 7p
Matt Carter Band Pop's Place [4335 W Main] 8p-12a
Oakwood Street Festival Free [Oakland & Wood] All Day
Fourth of July Celebration [Maroa]
#1 in the Gun Rock of Ages Rusty Spur Saloon [4380 W Main] 9p The Decatur Club [158 W Prairie, www. Terrific Trucks Devin Clemons Band roaband.com] TBD Big trucks equal big fun for this Great new country hits. Sliderz Stand-Up Comedian storytime session. We'll get an up[5995 E Rt 36] 9p Jeremy "Jer-dog" Danley close view of a semi-truck cab. Of Rusty Spur Saloon [4380 W Main] 8p Sunday, 30 course, we won't drive off without meet & greet, 9p show Bottling Plant Hike a snack and craft. Ages 2-5. Forsyth Venture through the woods into Library [268 S Elwood, Forsyth, www. LHP local history at the bottling plant. See forsythvillage.us] 10-11a Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] artifacts from when the bottling plant A Magical Tour-Magician 9p-12a was a functioning facility. Rock Springs Rick Brammer Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, Barclay Library [220 S Main, Saturday, 29 www.maconcountyconservation.org, Warrensburg, barclay.lib.il.us, 672.3621] Come Together, Let's Walk 423.7708] 2p $10 (child), $25-30 (adult), Fairview 10:30a Governor Oglesby Mansion Tour Park [www.cometogetherletswalk. A Virtual Trip to Israel $2 donation, Oglesby Mansion [421 com] 8a Join Decatur resident Viki Scherer for W William, www.oglesbymansion.org, Tommy Morrisey Run a slide show and program about her 429.9422] 2-4p Coziahr H-D [150 W Marion, Forsyth, recent trip to Israel. Decatur Public Millikin Homestead Open House www.coziahrhd.com, 877.7115] Library: Madden Auditorium [130 Come in and see what the 1870s N Franklin, www.decaturlibrary.org, Independence Day 1860 looked like; enjoy the beauty of 424.2900] 6p Come out to celebrate our nation’s the 1870s craftsmen. $2 (adult), .50 6.27-6.29 birthday 1860s style. Enjoy free (child), Millikin Homestead [125 Freedom Festival ice cream, a music concert, N Pine, performance.millikin.edu/ Food, vendors, family fun activities, farmhouse tours, and other fun millikinhomestead] 2-4p fireworks. Princess/Prince Pageant (Th) family activities. Rock Springs Nature Christian Music Night Tractor poker run (6p Fr), Silent auction Center [3939 Nearing Ln, www. Mark & Pam Fisher. West Decatur & dinner (Fr). Parade (10a Sa). Maroa maconcountyconservation.org, Church of God [4500 W Main] 6p [Spencer Park] 423.7708] 12-4p Friday, 28 Big Blue Golf Outing Includes lunch, golf, and dinner. $100, Hickory Point Golf Course [727 Weaver Rd, 424.3948] 12p
Summer Splash Jimmy Buffet Tribute Band, The Boat Drunks. Heavy hors d'oeuvres, Comedian Ken Davis margarita (or other beverage), Woody’s Warriors Relay for Life Silent Auction & Music. $40, The Fundraiser. A family-friendly comedian Beach House [2301 E Lake Shore Dr, presenting his show “Fully Alive." 422.1509] TBD $13-20, Tabernacle Baptist Church [650 N Wyckles Rd, kendavistickets. com, 800.425.0873] 7p
Jazz in June Annual event for the Symphony Orchestra Guild. Dinner buffet. Music by the Millikin Faculty Jazz. Ensemble $40, The Beach House [2301 E Lake Shore Dr, 423.3189] 6:30-9:30p
Hot Habits for a Cool Summer By Robin Walters
Bike Night & Full Throttle by Coziahr Harley-Davidson • Location varies, visit www.coziahrhd.com for details • Thursday and Friday nights all summer • 6 pm • Free Owner Debbie Coziahr says, “We host both events as a way to pull patrons together for a good time and also to support local eating establishments. We’ll end the season with a bike giveaway in September, and attending these events is one way to earn entries.”
It’s June now, and school’s out for summer (cue Alice Cooper). Freedom, folly and wonder fill the days and nights as the sun takes over. For those of you not tearing off your sleeves and throwing caution to the wind, Decatur offers fantastic formalities to keep you cool and your schedule full, so break out the calendar and mark up Cruisin’ Nights at Eldo • Eldorado Street these can’t-miss, reoccurring events. • June 8, August 10, October 12 Whether you’re a cruiser, a jammer or a • 6 pm beverage slammer, there’s something • Free Organizer James Pinckard says, “This for everyone’s planner! family-friendly event is for vehicles of any kind. Relive your old memories and make new ones, all on Decatur’s favorite stretch Roll On /// of road. The final event of the season Summer nights may be hot, but features live bands, food vendors and a when you can catch a cool breeze, it’s Miss Eldo pageant at Donnelly’s.” even hotter! Rev up the classic cars, modified imports and motorcycles Race Night because this town knows how to • Macon Speedway cruise. Slow and low, loud and proud • Saturday nights or down and dirty, find your friends • Gates open 5 pm; Racing at 7 pm and hit the road! Whether it’s the • Price varies per event straight span of paved goodness that Track marketer Jason Woodhead says, runs from Millikin University to Tate “Since 1946, Macon Speedway has provided & Lyle or an old lonesome highway family fun on Saturday nights. Owners Bob awakened by the tune of a full throttle, Sargent, Ken Schrader, Tony Stewart and get behind the wheel and let it ride to Kenny Wallace keep spectators engaged one of these events: with specialties like a monthly kids club, corporate party offerings and a variety of sponsorship promotions. Catch the owners in action on the track, too!” 30 | june 2013
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Why count on the hum-drum of crickets to keep you in tune when there are scores of concerts filled with friends, food and fantastic rhythms? Find your flavor in the wide offering of musical talent playing all summer long. Satisfy your hunger for food and a tasty beat by hitting these concerts right around suppertime, because these events feature local cuisine as much as local talent. Stop downtown to hear the Decatur Municipal Band; head out to Fletcher Park for Chill on the Hill featuring original and cover bands, or hit the Oakwood Street Festival for a full-blown, all-day party that rocks into the night between LSB and Donnie’s Homespun Pizza.
Chill on the Hill • Fletcher Park, Mt. Zion • June 6, 13, 20; July 11, 18, 25; August 8 • Pony Express Days Main Stage • August 15 • Gates/Vendors open at 6 pm • Music starts at 7 pm • Admission $3, 12 and under free Event Coordinator Kelly McCourt Edwards says, “Thursdays are the new Fridays in Mt Zion. Create the ultimate threeday weekend with friends, family, food and music at Chill on the Hill. One-third of admission proceeds are donated to support local organizations.” Oakwood Street Festival • South Oakland Avenue and Wood Street • June 29, July 27, August 31, September 21, October 12 • All day • Free Festival Coordinator Mike Tasch says, “This year our goal is to keep music at top quality, hire regional acts that expose Decatur to sounds they might not hear and bring out a positive side of the community through folksier, rootsy sounds.”
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Decatur Municipal Band • Fairview Park • Every Sunday June 9 through July 26 • 6 pm (condensed show) • 300 North Water Plaza • Every Monday night June 4 through August 13, October 9 • 7 pm Fill your summer with these • Free hot habits, and you’re sure to Director Jim Culbertson says, “We have a full line-up of great feature vocalists for our come out cooler! 156th consecutive concert season. Enjoy a different theme each week, all thanks to about 50 local veteran musicians.”
"We love to take the boat out to the South Basin, under Lost Bridge Road, and towards the dam to take in the beautiful sunsets. One time we turned around to a huge full moon that had risen!"
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