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ON THE COVER: Ozzy Osborne, a Chihuahua Terrier mix is available for adoption at Homeward Bound Pet Shelter. Photo

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SPOTLIGHT: Haunted America Conference Party Crashers' Crash of the Month

ART SPEAK: Deep American Roots

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FOOD DUDE: Froyo Throwdown

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It’s my favorite time of year – summer aka festival season! Whatever your favorite fun, you’ll find the food on a stick (and more) to suit your dreams.

Woofstock brings high flying fun to town with the acrobatics of the K9 Crew trick dog show – an America’s Got Talent semi-finalist to boot!

Maroa’s bringing big fun to the small city with its Freedom Festival, celebrating independence a month early with parades, pies, pork chops, games, runs, more fun and, of course, fireworks!

Fun with a purpose comes from Gallery 510’s annual Summer Splash fundraiser, with The Boat Drunks headlining and heating things up.

America’s first ghost conference highlights history and hauntings this month as the Haunted America Conference comes to town—don’t miss the special offer for THRIVE readers!

And as promised, more food fun in our Froyo Throwdown, as our Food Dude and his posse took on the tough task of taste testing three of the area’s favorite self-serve frozen yogurt scoopers.

Festival goer or no, you’re sure to find your kind of fun ‘round here this month!

PS – If you’re hankering to hit the links at the new mini golf complex we featured in our last issue, we hear Mother Nature got feisty and the opening will actually happen this month, so game on!

Out & About

A look back at last month’s happenings

Planes, Chains and Automobiles

The Decatur Airport hosted a reconditioned World War II bomber engine May 8 -11. The B-17 Flying Fortress took to the skies throughout the weekend touring lucky locals over Central Illinois. To top it off, May 10 The Main Hangar hosted a car show.

Coffee & Cars Cruise The Coffee Connection parked plenty of coolness on its lot May 10 hosting a car show to collect food for the USPO food drive.

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Out & About

A look back at last month’s happenings

Business Expo

The Chamber Business Expo took over the Decatur Civic Center on May 9. This B2B networking event featured educational seminars, Taste of Decatur and a host of local businesses doing what they do best.

Sweet Repeats Duck Derby Thousands of rubber duckies took to the runway on May 3 for a chance to win their owner a piece of $5,000. The Children's Museum of Illinois held its biggest free day to host its biggest fundraiser.

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Decatur Illinois Moms hosted the Sweet Repeats Spring Kids Sale on May 13. Patrons lined the street waiting for a sweet deal. For more info visit decaturilmoms.com.

Secret...

Last month, Secret Garden revealed their new Express location inside Janes. Stop by after June 2 for fast flowers.

Cub Scouts Crossover

Area Cub Scout Packs hosted their annual Crossover ceremonies in May. Similar to a graduation ceremony, the Crossover event celebrate the young scouts as they move to the next rank after they complete a required number of activities and electives.

Park District Baseball

The Decatur Park District Youth Baseball hosted its opening day games at Rotary Park on May 10. Weeknight games began the following week in parks throughout Decatur and will continue through June.

Frank M. Lindsay Field

Millikin University officially broke ground on the new artificial turf playing surface that will be installed at Frank M. Lindsay Field for fall 2014. Millikin board members, faculty, staff, students and members of the community were in attendance at the groundbreaking ceremony held May 16.

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SPOTLIGHT

by Joli A. Hohenstein

History & Hauntings at the Haunted America Conference History and hauntings are highlighted in Decatur once again during the 18th annual Haunted America Conference, June 20 and 21, at the Decatur Conference Center and Hotel.

This year’s conference has a historical theme.

“Everything’s based in history… military ghosts, haunted White House, history of death culture in America, the art of scrying,” says host and renowned paranormal author Troy Taylor. He’ll even be doing a presentation based on his latest book, Fear the Reaper, which highlights rural and farm ghost stories and murders, stemming from a story he heard growing up in Moweaqua about a farmer who cut his wife’s throat and then his own.

As Troy knows, we’re in an area ripe for hauntings and history—he calls Decatur one of the Midwest’s most haunted cities—and this year’s conference intends to explore both. Haunted workshops, ghost tours, late-night investigations, workshops on ghost hunting, presentations on paranormal phenomena and more are on the agenda.

At press time, a few tickets still remained for the event’s showcase of after-hours events, including a Haunted Decatur Ghost & Crime Tour and a 1916 ghost tour and ghost hunt at the Lincoln Theater, both with no lights!

This is America’s original ghost conference and still one of the most popular, drawing visitors from across the country to explore the unknown and share stories of the supernatural. Popular features like the Monster Panel will return, along with new events like the Haunted America Masquerade Ball. “It’s historically themed, so we’ve asked for no vampires or werewolves, but you could see dead Amelia Earhart or zombie Abe Lincoln,” says Troy.

Workshops and seminars run the gamut of ghost hunting and include the rise of the dead in American history, postmortem photographs & American funeral customs, scrying and

Troy Taylor photos: Alida Duff Sullivan

necromantium sessions, ghosts and legends of American battlefields, the haunting of the presidents, murder out yonder, American monsters and more.

A popular raffle gives attendees the chance to win a host of items hearkening to hauntings and the afterlife. Past prizes have included the old black Haunted Decatur tour bus and a coffin from the 1910s. An embalming table is on the list for this year, along with other surprises.

It’s your chance to experience the spirits, scandals and sins of Decatur up close! Admission for the Haunted America Conference is $50 in advance or $65 at the door—but THRIVE readers can bring a copy of THRIVE to the door and still get the $50 pre-show rate!

Get There: 2014 Haunted America Conference June 20-21 Decatur Hotel & Conference Center www.americanspookshows.com ghosts@prairieghosts.com Find them on Facebook! www.facebook.com/authortt

Bring a copy of THRIVE to get in at the pre-show discount of $50! Otherwise, tickets are $65 at the door.

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.

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ART SPEAK

by Sue Powell

To experience these differences, come celebrate Native American Arts: Splendid Heritage on exhibit for the annual June and July International Arts Experience at the Madden Arts Center. Pieced together from a number of private collections, this exhibit honors the creativity and expression within native pottery, basketry, textiles, kachinas, headdresses, jewelry and more.

Through the beauty of the colors, designs, symbolism and materials, you’ll get a glimpse into the beauty of Native American cultures. The free opening event on Friday, June 6, from 5 to 7:30 pm weaves native storytelling, flute, dance, drums, cuisine and hands-on crafts into the experience. Decatur Area Arts Council presents native performers Jo and Jim Lakota with The Spirit of the Rainbow Singers, an audience participation program partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency. Bring the family, and see why native arts enjoy worldwide interest and admiration!

That’s only the beginning of what could be a great summer adventure, though, if you’ll just venture out across the state of Illinois and into surrounding states. On Thursday, June 19, from 7 to 10 pm, Blues in Central Park features a free concert by Indigenous, an award-winning blues rock band whose musicians hail from the Nakota Nation.

Deep American Roots As 21st Century Americans, we all benefit from the splendid heritage of this country’s Native American cultures of the past and present. I use “cultures” plural because the differences in traditions, languages and arts among tribes are as distinct as differences among countries around the world. Hundreds of native tribes have contributed to modern day life. They’ve introduced cuisine like squash, wild rice and turkey. They’ve shared poetic philosophies and the importance of a harmonious connection to nature. They’ve influenced contemporary design and architecture through centuries of exquisite geometric patterns in beadwork and on pottery. It’s an amazing heritage!

Check out the Eiteljorg Native American Museum in Indianapolis and its one-of-a-kind Indian Market and Festival on June 21 and 22 or the Tecumseh Lodge Powwow in Tipton, Indiana, on August 30 and 31. Over the July 3 to 6 weekend, slip over to Danville, Indiana, for the National Powwow.

Visit the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian in Evanston, Illinois, any time or catch the 20th Annual Contemporary Indian Art Show at Cahokia Mounds in Collinsville, Illinois, on July 12. Wrap up the season with an outing to Milwaukee’s Lakefront for the Indian Summer Festival, September 5 to 7.

In the words of an old Sioux Indian saying: “With all things and in all things, we are relatives.” Get to know your “relatives” this summer! Connect with deep American roots by exploring Native American cultures both here in Decatur and within a nearby driving distance.

Sue Powell is the Gallery Director for the Decatur Area Arts Council. When not hanging at gallery shows, you might catch her on stage!

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OK, it's true, we just talked about Pickleball in our May issue, but I've caught the bug.

The sport hasn't historically been much of a big deal here in Decatur, so finding supplies has been tricky. The day I heard Play It Again Sports had stocked some paddles and balls I made a beeline for their shop.

This model may seem a bit pricey but I've played with a similar graphite paddle and knew I would like owning one of my own. You can grab beginner paddles for around $15, and there's also a startup kit with two paddles and a ball that was reasonably priced if you're looking to give the sport a try.

If you'd like to pick up a game, check in at facebook.com/DecaturPickleball.

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THE FOOD DUDE

Froyo Throwdown

by T. F. DUDE

Side note: Did you know Cocomero means "watermelon" in Italian? Not sure of the connection to froyo but a cool name nonetheless. Coolest décor, too – Deco contemporary, plus a cool kids’ playhouse area.

Not to be outdone, Krave has an entire wall you can write on, so the younger yogurt eaters will be entertained while you lick your spoons.

The results are in on the first-ever THRIVE Froyo Throwdown, and it’s clear: The spoons have it. Krave’s spoons, that is! Have you seen the coolness of the eating utensils at the Mt. Zion frozen yogurt mecca?

They change color when they hit the yogurt! So blue turns purple, pink turns purple, and yellow turns orange or green. The verdict from me and my posse: so cool they’re hot!

CherryBerry was tops for its Cookie Monster, fabulous chocolate-leading confection infused with Oreo-like cookies. The Sea Salt Caramel Pretzel won raves, too.

Insider tip: Top with crumbled waffle cone for a fabulous cone/cup hybrid treat. The menu also boasts at varying times non fat, low fat, no sugar added, dairy free and Greek frozen yogurt options.

The posse panel reports the chocolate choices at all three contenders were tops – their tastebuds were in love at each stop. Chocolate Peanut Butter at Krave was a standout for some, especially with the right chocolate toppings.

If one thing’s clear—or cool—from our Throwdown, it’s that whichever of the three you Now on to the (really) good stuff: We hit three choose, you’re in for a treat! of Decatur’s popular frozen yogurt joints for a frozen faceoff. Each offers a similar setup: Giant cups, a wall of serve-yourself flavors and Get There cup dividers in case you’re not the crazy flavor mixing type (like moi). Pay is by the ounce, so Krave Frozen Yogurt make it count.

Toppings abound at each (70 at Krave, 50 at CherryBerry, 35 at Cocomero), and so does tastiness. Flavors rotate, sometimes weekly, sometimes more or less often.

Our panel was hard-pressed to pick a winner, with flavor favorites varying among the crowd.

One proclaimed Krave’s Salted Caramel Corn the best ever. Cookies & Cream was a crowd favorite, too, especially when paired with the cookie dough ball toppings at Cocomero.

1455 E. Village Parkway, Mt. Zion (by the Convention Center) kravefrozenyogurt.com

CherryBerry 130 Oakland Ave., Decatur www.cherryberryyogurtbar.com Find the Decatur location on Facebook!

Cocomero Frozen Yogurt In front of Hickory Point Mall, Forsyth

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

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Woofstock

Delivers Doggone Fun Special K9 Crew performance brings America’s Got Talent semi-finalists to Decatur High-flying entertainment hits Decatur during Woofstock June 14 in the furry form of America’s Got Talent semi-finalists K9 Crew. This fabulous trick dog show features a full canine crew delivering disc entertainment.

“The dogs are all shelter dogs, and they fit so well with the mission and why we created Woofstock,” says Amy Malachowski-Taute, Director of Public Relations & Development at Macon Resources.

Rockin’ Rory, Elektra Blu, Q-TEE Pup, Seven, Zaniee “J”, Mowgli and Sprocket Rocket (and their leader Tony Hoard) are entertainers extraordinaire—they’ve been seen on Good Morning America, Animal Planet, Martha Stewart, and The Morning Show with Mike & Juliet and even at the NFL Fan Experience, Super Bowl Village & Super Bowl Tailgate for Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis. Plus, they made the top 20 on America’s Got Talent!

K9 Crew image (above) from http://www.tonyhoard.com

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Written by Joli A. Hohenstein | Homeward Bound photos by Sarah Jane

K9 Crew performs its acrobatic routines all over the country, and this year it’s landing at Woofstock, Homeward Bound pet shelter’s annual fundraising event.

Tony, who calls himself “ an avid dog lover and a stickler for positive reinforcement,” takes the crew to new heights of both entertainment and competition. They’re winning championships and wowing crowds everywhere. Don’t miss this world-class canine thrill show featuring flying disc dogs, extreme high jumping, agility racing, canine comedy and trick dogs. You’ll have three opportunities to see them: 9:45 am, 11:45 am and 1:45 pm.

In fact, fashionistas have plenty of options at Woofstock. A huge fair will showcase wares for both pooches and their humans. You’ll find pet-related products like natural dog treats, collars, leashes and clothes plus items like jewelry and clothing for owners who want to proclaim their love. You and your canine can also show your support for Homeward Bound and Macon Resources with t-shirts and bandanas.

When you come down from the K9 Crew high, don’t miss Woofstock’s full slate of popular activities, nearly all indoors for the first time. The Pooch Parade gives stylish canines the chance to strut their stuff, dressed up or au natural. “As part of the parade we also recognize a shelter or rescue dog, so that’s always special,” says Amy. As many as 100 dogs participate, and at the end, judges award the best dressed pooch.

Macey (right) is a Chihuahua-Terrier mix available for adoption at Homeward Bound Pet Shelter at the time of publication!

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Woofstock continued from page 15 Fido Fotos will bring its booth o’ fun, with backgrounds and props galore to get fun shots of your favorite furry friend.

You can treat your pooch to pedicures, nail trims and even fur tattoos. The first 300 pooches will go home with a great goody bag.

families the opportunity to honor their departed dogs. “Pets are a huge part of families, and we got some great photos last year,” says Amy. Images are prominently displayed on a main wall during the event, then in a special book in the lobby for the rest of the year.

A microchipping booth helps keep pooches close to home where they belong. “Lately we’ve seen a lot of dogs lost—for safety, we encourage people to have their dogs microchipped,” says Amy. It’s just $20 during Woofstock, and the entire amount goes back to Homeward Bound.

It’s a day that’s doggone good for humans and pooches alike, typically drawing 700 humans and 400 pooches to raise as much as $10,000 for Homeward Bound Pet Shelter. In addition to sheltering and rehabilitating both dogs and cats, as a division of Macon Resources Homeward Bound serves as a great job training program for people with disabilities.

For the second year, the Over the Rainbow Bridge Memory Wall gives

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• Photography • Various Classes • Live Pottery Demonstrations • Unique, Earth-Friendly Ceramics

Plan B Band Sunday, 6/1, 3-6p Noah & The Back Alley Blues Sunday, 6/8, 3-6p

Pork Pie & The Northend Allstars Sunday, 6/15, 3-6p

Mary Jo & Tombstone Bullet Sunday, 6/22, 3-6p

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Woofstock’s benefits abound, and so does the fun. “Dog owners and their dogs come to socialize,” says Amy. “We get a lot of repeat visitors, and it’s so great to see how the dogs are growing and just watch them having fun.”

For more details or to register for the Pooch Parade, e-mail hbpsevents@ maconresources.org or call 875-1910.

And don’t miss the popular raffle, this year for the chance to win an iPad Mini or Nook. With limited tickets sold, it’s best to buy ahead ($5 each or 5 for $20).

Get There Woofstock 2014 June 14, 9 am-2 pm Macon Resources 2121 Hubbard Ave., Decatur Admission is $5 per person with kids 10 and under free. All dogs must be leashed and up to date on vaccinations 875-1910 hbpsevents@maconresources.org

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June Events

Muncipal Band Central Park [Downtown Decatur] 7p-10p EVERY DAY Country Line Dance Artist Alan Perry Come join a fun-filled evening, meet Moments in the lives of wildlife and nature have been colorfully captured new people and learn to country line dance. No sign up. Great exercise! on film. Rock Springs Nature Center $6, Knights of Columbus Hall [520 E [North Gallery, 3939 Nearing Ln, North St, 764.3070] 7-8p (Class), 8-9p 423.7708] 8a-5p (Mo-Fr), 8:30a-4:30p (Dance) (Sa), 1-4p (Su)

EVERY MONDAY & Artist David Staff WEDNESDAY Experience the artistry of David Youth Band (begins 6.9) Staff’s captivating photography in Instrumentalists in grades 4-10 the natural world displaying flowers, looking for superior summer birds, and mammals. Rock Springs instruction and a chance to perform Nature Center [South Gallery, 3939 at various special events should Nearing Ln, 423.7708] 8a-5p (Mo-Fr), attend. $65-72, Kirkland Fine Arts 8:30a-4:30p (Sa), 1-4p (Su) Center [1184 W Main, 422.5911, Art Exhibit decatur-parks.org] 9-11:45a Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Cafe [256 W EVERY TUESDAY Main, wildflourartisanbakery.com] Storytime (begins 6.10) Art Exhibit Designed for children 2-5 years old.

Gallery 510 [160 E Main, Suite 100, We will have a great time with craft 422.1509, gallery510.org] activities and a snack. Caregivers are required to participate. Barclay Public Art Exhibit Library [220 S Main St, Warrensburg, Decatur Airport [910 Airport Rd] 672.3621, barclay.lib.il.us] 10:30a Karaoke Lady Planeswalker Society (LPS) Josh in a Bucket (Su), Josh n Crown An unofficial play group seeking (Mo), A Bottle of CT (Tu), Karaoke/ Dancing with Jacob (We), Karaoke-rita to create a welcoming, friendly environment for women to learn how with CT (Th), Karaoke/Dancing with to play Magic the Gathering. This does Jacob (Fr), Danrel & Funk DJ/Karaoke not mean the group is exclusively (Sa). Cafe Brio [2880 N Oakland, women, either. The primary goal 875.2746] 9p-2a is to teach people who are not EVERY MONDAY comfortable with the tournament Let's Get Fit! (thru 6.23) scene. Free, Board Knight [228 W Train for the 3rd annual Come Main, boardknight.com] 6p Together Let’s Walk! Fairview Park Magic Draft Night [Pavilion, 1455 W Fairview Park Dr, The Hidden Lair [320 N St Hwy 121, www.cometogetherletswalk.com] Mt Zion, 864.1851] 6p Pre-activities 5:30p, Walk/Run 5:45p Monday Night Draft Men's Tennis Doubles Challenge Come out and draft Magic the Court (thru 7.22) Gathering every Monday! $12, Board Play organized doubles each week. 3.0 Knight [228 W Main, boardknight. rated players and above will compete com] 6p against players of their same level.

Fairview Park [Tennis Complex] 6-8p

Park Runs (begins 6.10) Runners of all ages are welcome at this weekly event that includes a half-mile Tot Trot, one-mile Fun Run or various distances. Participants qualify for prize drawings. $1, Fairview Park [Pavilion #1, 429.3472, www.decaturparks.org] 6p Decatur Chess Club Players of all levels are welcome.

Doherty's Pub & Pins [242 E William St] 6:30p Sleepy Time Tales (6.17-7.22) An evening story time designed for the whole family. Children of all ages and their parents are invited to join us for stories and craft activities. Please try to register in advance. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main St, Mt Zion, 864.3622, www.mtzion.lib.il.us] 6:30-7:30p Stevie Ray Kelton Lincoln Square Lounge [121 N Main, 423.2180] 9p-1a EVERY TUESDAY or THURSDAY Science Is All about Me and What I Can Be (begins 6.10) Youth will engage in learning about science through creative activities and experiments. Topics covered will include bubbles, weather, recycling and more! Ages 5-7. Reservations required. $5 (cloverbud members), $25 (non-member), Macon County Extension Office [3351 N President Howard Brown Blvd, 877.6042] 2-3p (Tu), 10:30-11:30a (Th) EVERY WEDNESDAY Books, Beasts, and Bouncin' Maroa Public Library [305 Garfield St, Maroa, 794.3005, www.maroa.lib.il.us] 9-9:30a Tai Chi Maroa Public Library [305 Garfield St, Maroa, 794.3005, www.maroa.lib. il.us] 9-10a Coffee Club Barclay Public Library [220 S Main St, Warrensburg, 672.3621, barclay.lib. il.us] 9:30a Toddler Time (6.18-7.23) Designed for toddlers 18 months-3 years old. This shortened story time will work great for your busy toddler

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

who is on the move. We will have a story and craft activity. Please preregister at the front desk or by calling. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main St, Mt Zion, 864.3622, www. mtzion.lib.il.us] 9:30-10a Yu-Gi-Oh The Hidden Lair [320 N St Hwy 121, Mt Zion, 864.1851] 5p Casual Elder Dragon Highlander Join us for a very casual night of Commander! $6, Board Knight [228 W Main, boardknight.com] 6p Billy Galt On the patio. Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 7p-9p Mobile Soundz Karaoke Featuring Troy Hayes. Woody's Bar [1190 W South Side Dr] 9p-1a Open Mic Night Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland St] 9:30p Karaoke & Water Pong Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 10p-2a EVERY WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY Oglesby Mansion Open House Encounter the lives of its family members, discover their late nineteenth-century lifestyle, and soak up the exquisite architecture of the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. $2 (adult), Free (members), Oglesby Mansion [421 W William, www.oglesbymansion. org] 1-4p EVERY WEDNESDAYSATURDAY Docta LD DJ/Karaoke Curly’s Bar & Pizza [2683 N Water, 875.9800] 9p-2a EVERY THURSDAY Storytime Enjoy art activities, playtime, storytime, and snacks! Don't miss out on the fun! Ages 2-6. Maroa Public Library [305 Garfield St, Maroa, 794.3005, www.maroa.lib.il.us] 10a Story Time (6.19-7.24) Designed for children 3-5 years old.

We will have a great time with stories and craft activities. Please preregister at the front desk or by calling. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main St, Mt Zion, 864.3622, www.mtzion.lib.il.us] 10-11a

Summer Reading Club (begins 6.12) Grades 1-5. Barclay Public Library [220 S Main St, Warrensburg, 672.3621, barclay.lib.il.us] 10:30a Write Stuff Writers' Group Support, encouragement, and critiques for writers in all stages of development. Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Cafe [256 W Main] 3:30p Casual X-Wing Miniatures Practice for an upcoming tournament, try out your new fleet build, or just come to play. Free, Board Knight [228 W Main, boardknight.com] 5p Dice Masters Casual Play The Hidden Lair [320 N St Hwy 121, Mt Zion, 864.1851] 5p Bike Nite Feeling Lucky Lounge [3775 N Woodford St] (6.5), Wild Dog Saloon [815 S 22nd St] (6.12), Starship Billiards [3015 Grand Prix Dr] (6.19), Barb's Place/Adam's Apple [421 N 22nd] (6.26) 6-8p Open Board Gaming Play your favorite tabletop game, or try a new one! Free, Board Knight [228 W Main, boardknight.com] 5:30p Pro Tips Night Join pros on the driving range and putting green and have all the range balls you can hit! Junior golfers are encouraged to attend. $10 (family), Red Tail Run Golf Club [520 W Grove Rd, 422.2211, www.decatur-parks. org] 6-7p Family Swim Time Families can enjoy their own private swim time at the Fairview Pool.

For their safety, children must be accompanied by an adult. $4.25 (ind), $12 (family), Fairview Park [Pool, 421.7431, www.decatur-parks.org] 7-9p Stevie Ray Kelton Sliderz [5995 US 36] 9p-1:30a Karaoke With Troy Hayes. Pop's Place [4335 W Main] 9p-1a DJ David Lee Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 10p-2a EVERY FRIDAY Friday Night Magic Weekly tournament standard format. $6, Board Knight [228 W Main, boardknight.com] 6:30p

Friday Night Magic Standard and constructed formats available. Prize payout up to 3 packs of boosters per participate, $12 value. $5, The Hidden Lair [320 N St Hwy 121, Mt Zion, 864.1851] 6:30p EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY Wine Tastings The Decanter Fine Wines [215 N Main St, 422.9463] 4-7p (Fr), 1-6p (Sa) EVERY SATURDAY Saturday Produce Market (thru 10.11) Fresh fruits and vegetables grown by Richland students, as well as by local farmers. Richland Community College [One College Park, www.richland.edu] 8a-12p Family Swim Time Families can enjoy their own private swim time at the Fairview Pool.

For their safety, children must be accompanied by an adult. $4.25 (ind), $12 (family), Fairview Park [Pool, 421.7431, www.decatur-parks.org] 9:30-11:30a Kaijudo Tournament Card game based on the famous cartoon. Plays similar to Magic the Gathering but great for kids 8+. $10 (includes lunch), The Hidden Lair [320 N St Hwy 121, Mt Zion, 864.1851] 11a Homestead Prairie Farm Open House Visit the Homestead Prairie Farm, a restored 1860s farm house. Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln] 1-4p Saturday Night Casual Commander!

The Hidden Lair [320 N St Hwy 121, Mt Zion, 864.1851] 7p Racing (thru 9.27) POWRi Midget (6.7), 50S/lm 50 LAPS & Mod 50 laps (6.14), Full racing (6.21), 40s/LM and Mod & Fireworks (6.28).

Macon Racing [205 N Wiles, Macon, 764.3000] 7p EVERY SUNDAY Homestead Prairie Farm Open House Visit the Homestead Prairie Farm, a restored 1860s farm house. Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln] 1p-4p

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June Events

Yu-Gi-Oh Win a box sanctioned tournament.

First place gets a full box of the current booster set. $10, The Hidden Lair [320 N St Hwy 121, Mt Zion, 864.1851] 1p Sunday, 1 Free Community Yoga Enjoy yoga in the great outdoors. 2 sessions - Chair yoga and mat yoga.

Free, Nelson Park [Pavilion #1, www. decatur-parks.org] 10-11:30a Be Old-Fashioned, Eat Organic Garden volunteer Marge Evans will show you how to grow an heirloom vegetable garden using organic methods. No registration reqd.

Homestead Prairie Farm [3939 Nearing Ln, maconcountyconservation.org] 2p Plan B Band Pop's Place [4335 W Main St, 330.6546] 3-6p Monday, 2 22nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament Benefits children's programs: Bright Start and Kid's Connection. Includes lunch, golf fees/carts, drinks on course, dinner, goody bag. $540 (team of 4), South Side Country Club [1650 Cottage Dr, 875.1910, ext 880, www. maconresources.org] 11:30a-7p 6.2-6.5 Junior 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. $50-55, Scovill Golf Course [3909 W Main St, 429.6243, www.decaturparks.org] 4-5:30p

6.2-6.6 Summer Reading Sign-Up Public Libraries Wednesday, 4 Chamber Business Breakfast Join other community leaders for the Chamber Business Breakfast and network with nearly 100 area business professionals while enjoying a hot breakfast and networking. $10 (adv), $15 (door), The Decatur Club [158 W Prairie, decaturchamber.com] 7-8a Wednesday Book Club We get the books and you read them! To register contact the library.

Barclay Public Library [220 S Main St, Warrensburg, 672.3621, barclay.lib. il.us] 10:30a Books Between Bites (BBB) The Bully Pulpit by Doris Kearns Goodwin captures the era of Teddy Roosevelt, William Taft and the Golden Age of Journalism at the beginning of the 20th Century. Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin, www. decaturlibrary.org] 12:15p Wednesday Women This is an informal group that meets the 1st Wed of each month to exchange ideas & take a break for THEMSELVES. Stop in for a little while or stay for the evening. Renew friendships or make new ones!

Beach House [2301 E Lake Shore Dr, 433.0834] 5-9p 6.4-7.30 Native American Art This exhibit features native-made and handmade reproductions of beadwork, pottery, basketry, textiles, headdresses, kachinas, jewelry and more. Free, Madden Arts Center [125 N Water, 423.3189, www.decaturarts. org] 8:30a-4:30p (Mo-Fr), 10a-4p (Sa) Thursday, 5 Chill on the Hill Kentucky Head Hunters. $8 (adult), $3 (child), Fletcher Park [400 S Henderson St, Mt Zion, www.mtzion.com] 7-10p

MidState Soccer Club Tryouts Tryout for MidState’s boys and girls U10-U14 and high school girls U15-U18 soccer teams. Preregistration is required. Decatur Soccer Complex [1 Educational Park, 429.3472, www.decatur-parks.org] 7p-8:30p Friday, 6 Make a Mess-terpiece Let your child tap into their innerPicasso with this messy art camp.

Little artists will be encouraged to let their creativity flow while they create one-of-a-kind art. $10 (member), $13 (non-member), Children's Museum of Illinois [55 S Country Club Rd, 423.5437, cmofil.org] 9-11a (Ages 3-5) & 1-3p (Ages 6-8) Wooden Initials-Campin' Camo Kids will create a wooden letter in their choice (camo, pink camo, animal print). $10 deposit. $25, The Perfect Pair [266 N St Rt 121, Warrensburg, 672.8822] 12-2p Maury Doane Golf Outing Golden K Kiwanis Club's 32nd annual golf outing. Shotgun start, buffet dinner, door prizes, silent auction.

Hickory Point Golf Course [727 W Weaver Rd, Forsyth, 875.1720] 1p Funky Robot Kids will paint and collage with hardware store items to create a fun and colorful painting. $10 deposit. $25, The Perfect Pair [266 N St Rt 121, Warrensburg, 672.8822] 3-5p First Friday - Gallery Walk Featured Artist: Carol Kessler. Gallery 510 [160 E Main, 422.1509] 5-7:30p

Native American Cultural Art Exhibit Native flute played by Jo Lakota (Gallery). Crafts & demonstration of beadwork (2nd Floor Studio).

Taste of Native American cuisine & performances of authentic native storytelling and dancing to drums (3rd Floor). Free, Madden Arts Center [125 N Water, 423.3189, www. decaturarts.org] 5-7:30p

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

Chemistry-Couples Couples will create a heavily textured, abstract canvas that features paint products and techniques that create chemical reactions. $45 deposit. $90, The Perfect Pair [266 N St Rt 121, Warrensburg, 672.8822] 6:30-8:30p Teen Night Students in grades 6-12 will enjoy a fun-filled evening with music and unlimited mini golf. Snacks, pop, and pizza will be available for an additional fee. Participants must show school ID or be signed in by parent. Overlook Adventure Mini Golf [2501 E Nelson Park Rd, 429.7750] 6:30-8:30p Rock of Ages Lock Stock & Barrel, 8-11p Clayton Anderson Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p 6.6-6.7 Annual Rummage, Bake Sale & Luncheon Lunch (pulled pork platters) 10:30a-1p.

Mt Calvary Lutheran Church [2055 S Franklin St, 428.0614] 7a-2p (Fr), 8a-2p (Sa) Plant Sale Tropicals, perennials, shrubs, trees, annuals, succulents, cacti, and terrariums. Schaub Floral Display [3415 E Lost Bridge Rd, 421.7550, www.decatur-parks.org] 9a-3p Comedy Hour Danny Kallas, headlined by Denise Ramsden. $10-12, Main Hangar [910 S Airport Rd, 421.7452, mainhangarrestaurant.net] 8:30p 6.6-6.8 SOYA Skeet Shoot $50 (per shooter), Decatur Gun Club [61 Faries Park, 877.0400, decaturgunclub.com] Lost Bridge Boys' Awakening #21 The Awakening is three days in which youth live, study, worship and pray together. This weekend experience is for high school students who have just completed their freshman year through those completing their senior year. Lampstand Presbyterian Church [655 S Airport Rd, 428.8839, www. lampstand.net/awakening] 11a-2p Saturday, 7 Outdoor Flea Market Drive-In Antique Mall [2905 N Oakland, 877.8805] 9a-4p

Purple Run 5K/2K Walk/Run Project Purple was developed in memory of Gayle Sablotny, an art teacher at the Lutheran School Association. Refreshments provided after the race. 5K awards ceremony. $20 (adv), $25, St John's Lutheran Church [2727 N Union St, 875.3656, www.stjohnsdecatur.com] 9a-12p Canoeing 101 Learn the basics of canoeing, have a race, maneuver the obstacle course, and learn about Native American canoes. Reservations required. Free, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 10a & 2p Dog Wash Microchips available. donation, Humane Society [2890 N Martin Luther King Jr, hsdmc.org] 10a-2p Dulcimer Club Rediscover musical interests and talents. Bring your instrument, learn a new tune or simply enjoy the musical talents of our volunteers. Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation. org] 10a-12p Bethel School Open House From 1890 to 1946 Bethel School served as a one-room schoolhouse.

Immerse yourself in the space where some of our local citizens received their education during these decades of great change in American history.

Friends Creek Conservation Area [13734 Friends Creek Park Rd, Cisco] 1p-4p Family Festival & Concert Inflatables, games, mobile zoo, plenty of food vendors, and more. Matthew West in concert at 6:30p. St Paul's Lutheran Church [1 Bachrach Ct, 423.6955, www.spldecatur.org] 3-9p Kidd Kaddilac Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 4p Decatur Zombie 5K This isn't your typical 5k -- unless your hometown is infested with zombies!

Runners must avoid the lurching undead trying to steal their limited number of flags. $20, Fairview Park [1455 W Fairview Park Dr] 6p

Meeting of Moon and Mars Visit for a chance to see the conjunction of Earth’s moon and Mars.

Go for a short hike to hear stories and learn how to star gaze, and then take a look through our telescopes to observe the moon and Mars. Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, maconcountyconservation.org] 8p BenJahmin Ages 18+. $3, Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland, www. donnieshomespunpizza.com] 9p Escaping Neverland Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p Sunday, 8 Ride United $200 (elite), $50 (gold), $30 (standard), Free (12 and under), Fairview Park [1455 W Fairview Park Dr, 422.8537, www.uwdecatur.org/events] 6:30a-1p A Cure for Debbie Lingafelter Benefit Kids Carnival (12p), Greg Bickers (2p), Frenzy Reunion (4p). 50/50 drawing, silent auction, bucket raffles. Price includes kid games and food. $10 (adult), $5 (child), AIW Hall [2882 N Dinneen, 450.1416] 12-6p Bluegrass Music Jam Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 1-4p Family Science Sunday We will plant our pizza garden, discuss soil types and transplanting vs. seed planting, and fill our garden with tomatoes, peppers, onions, basil, oregano, spinach and garlic. Free with admission. Children's Museum of Illinois [55 S Country Club Rd, 423.5437, cmofil.org] 2-4p Noah and the Back Alley Blues Blues band. Pop's Place [4335 W Main St, 330.6546] 3-6p Aquatic Critters Use nets and buckets to collect and release live creatures from our ponds and streams. Crayfish, frogs and small fish are expected. Reservation reqd. $4, Friends Creek [Cisco, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 7-8:30p

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June Events

Monday, 9 Beginning Birders Get the little ones interested in a hobby that will last a lifetime.

Beginning birders will receive a pair of binoculars, backpack, bird identification guide, field journal, and refreshments. Ages 5-10.

Registration required. $50, Illinois Raptor Center [5685 W Hill Rd, www. illinoisraptorcenter.org] 9a-12p Suncatcher Make a beveled sun catcher. The Glass House [2895 N Oakland, 875.7077, www.glasshousestore.com] 6:30-9p 6.9-6.15 Decatur-Forsyth Classic Longest running tournament on the LPGA Symetra Tour. Hickory Point Golf Course [727 W Weaver Rd, Forsyth, decaturforsythclassic.com] Tuesday, 10 Snake and Turtle Show Come out and learn about reptiles.

See, feel and watch our live animals as an expert naturalist teaches about their lifestyles. We have several species to show you. Reservations required. $2, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 5:30-7p Open Mic Night with Antone & Friends Whether you play an instrument, sing, or just like to listen, join us for our open mic night with Antone & Friends. It’s a great time for the whole family. Antioch Christian Church [5409 E US Rt 36, 864.3444, www.accdecatur. org] 6-9p HOG Social Coziahr H-D [150 W Marion Ave, Forsyth, 877.7115] 6:30-7:30p

6.10-6.12 M for Mammals Mini Camp Foxes and raccoons and deer!

Oh, my! We will go hands-on as we explore furs, movements, and sounds of mammals. Ages 1-5. $10, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, www. maconcountyconservation.org] Times vary.

6.10-6.15 Macon County Fair Festival Carnival (Tu-Fr 5-10p), Comedian (Fr 8p), Band (Fr 10p), Carnival (Sa-Su 1-5p), Adorable Baby Contest (Sa 1p), Racing (Sa 6p), Demolition Derby (Su 5p),. Macon Country Fairgrounds [3700 N Westlawn Ave, 875.0135, www.maconcountyfair.com] 5p Wednesday, 11 Wind Water & Explosions Maroa Public Library [305 Garfield St, Maroa, 794.3005, www.maroa.lib. il.us] 1p Open Game Night Bored on a Wednesday night with nothing to do? Join us for an evening of board game fun! Free, Diamonds Family Restaurant [2959 N Oakland, www.decaturgamers.com] 5:30p Thursday, 12 Book Discussion: Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet Set in the ethnic neighborhoods of Seattle during World War II and Japanese American internment camps of the era, this debut novel tells the heartwarming story of widower Henry Lee, his father, and his first love Keiko Okabe. Argenta Library [100 E Water, Argenta, 795.2144, www. aopld.lib.il.us] 1:30-2:30p Chill on the Hill The Veggies. $3, Free (10 and under), Fletcher Park [400 S Henderson St, Mt Zion, www.mtzion.com] 7-10p The Fabulous Hoedads Moose Lodge #684 [3190 N Woodford St, 358.9273] 7-10p

Friday, 13 CM I 911 Your child will meet one of Decatur's friendly police officers when they visit the Museum to explain the importance of safety. Ages 3-5. $10 (member), $13 (non-member), Children's Museum of Illinois [55 S Country Club Rd, 423.5437, cmofil.org] 9a-11a (Ages 3-5) & 1-3p (Ages 6-8) Wooden Initials-Tropical Kids will create a wooden initial with a tropical theme on the wooden letter. $10 deposit. $25, The Perfect Pair [266 N St Rt 121, Warrensburg, 672.8822] 12-2p Pet Portrait Registration required. Ages 8-12.

Must bring face picture of pet. Maroa Public Library [305 Garfield St, Maroa, 794.3005, www.maroa.lib.il.us] 1-3p Happy Birdie Kids will create a bright, colorful "bird on a wire" silhouette painting. $10 deposit. $25, The Perfect Pair [266 N St Rt 121, Warrensburg, 672.8822] 3-5p Great Dates A couple's night out with free child care. Series message (6p), Plan private date (7-10p). First United Methodist Church [201 W North St, 638.5545, www.connectedpairs.com] 6-10p Pink Flamingo Learn to paint a fun, retro pink flamingo using metallic paint, tiny glass beads, and other textures. It will be the perfect complement to your summer decorating. $25 deposit. $50, The Perfect Pair [266 N St Rt 121, Warrensburg, 672.8822] 6:30-8:30p LHP Paco's Sol Bistro [237 N Main, 330.6483] 8-11p Jesse Hite Crawford's Pizza & Pub [105 W Main, Maroa] 8-11p Robbie Mitchell Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p Midnight Fishing Fish the cattail ponds at night.

Bring lit bobbers and worms for bait. Please dress for fishing at the pond; clothes will get wet and dirty.

Ages 8+. $5, Rock Springs Nature

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

Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 10p-12a 6.13-6.14 Dance Xtreme Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza] 5:30-9:30p (Fr), 12p4p (Sa) 6.13-6.15 Lost Bridge Girls' Awakening Youth live, study, worship and pray together. This weekend experience is for high school students. Lampstand Presbyterian Church [655 S Airport Rd, 428.8839, www.lampstand.net/ awakening] 11a-2p Saturday, 14 Adam Carter Memorial 5K Fun Walk/Run Kiddie Run (8a), awards and goodie bags. 5K starts immediately after the Kiddie Run (approx 8:15a). $25 (ind), $100 (family), Fairview Park [1455 W Fairview Park Dr, www.

AdamCarterMemorial.com] 8a Fest 2014 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run Check-in from 6:45-7:45a. Celebrating Forsyth, family, and freedom. $18 (5K), $2 (fun run/walk), Village Park [500 W Weaver Rd, Forsyth, 423.6988, ext 1114] 8a NFT Underground Flea Market Never Forgotten Thymes [726 E Cerro Gordo St, 649.6590] 9a-4p Woofstock K9 Crew Trick Dog Show (9:30a, 11:45a, 1:45p). Pooch Parade with best dressed contest (10:30a). Fido Fotos, microchipping, pooch pedicures, food and drink. T-shirts (for humans and dogs) and dog bandanas available. $5 (person), <=10, free, Macon Resources [2121 Hubbard Ave, 875.1910, homewardboundpetshelter.com] 9a-2p 2nd Saturday Book Sale Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin, 424.2900, www.decaturlibrary.org] 9:30a-12:30p Animal Crackers-First Time Fishin' Children aged 3-5 listen to a story, meet an animal, create a craft with their adult guests and snack on animal crackers! $9-10, Scovill Zoo [71 S Country Club Rd, 421.7435, www. decatur-parks.org] 9:30-10:15a & 11-11:45a

27th Annual Fairy Garden Tea Party The magic & wonder of "MakeBelieve" make this a most enchanting morning in the Fairy Garden. Stories, chimes & 'fairy dust' precede an English High Tea. $24, Mari-Mann Herb Farm [1405 Mari Mann Ln, 429.1555] 10a-12p CONO Street Festival Central Park [Downtown Decatur] 10a-2p Pre-school Peepers: Playful Otters You â&#x20AC;&#x153;otterâ&#x20AC;? be thrilled to hear that these playful water mammals are back in our rivers! Children will find out all about these fascinating creatures during an hour of hands-on learning!

For ages 3-5 with an adult buddy.

Register online. Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 10-11a Alzheimer's Association Bake Sale Forsyth Park [Forsyth] 11a-5p Saturday Book Club We get the books and you read them! To register contact the library.

Barclay Public Library [220 S Main St, Warrensburg, 672.3621, barclay.lib. il.us] 11a Car Show Cars, trucks and motorcycles, no entry fee. $100's door prizes and free food! Come out and join the fun. First Christian Church [3350 N MacArthur Rd, 877.6601] 3-7p A Patriotic Party Funky Butt Brass Band. Food available. $20, students free with paying adult, The Decatur Club [158 W Prairie, 877.4527, www.juvaejazz.com] 4-7p GLAD Social Martha Miller and her latest book. TBD [gladdecatur.com] 6:30pEducation-Your Passport to the World Silent auction, 50/50, DJ Lil P. $12, The Decatur Club [158 W Prairie, 422.0333] 7-11p Bone Dogz Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 8p-12a Gutterbound & Jonny Vodka Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p

6.14-6.15 Scholarship Autocross $35 (drivers), Richland Community College [One College Park, ccsportscarclub.org] 6.14 & 6.28 Teen Summer Reading Program Barclay Public Library [220 S Main St, Warrensburg, 672.3621, barclay.lib. il.us] 10:30a Sunday, 15 Connected to Cahokia Over 200 miles from the worldfamous Cahokia Mounds are those near Danville, IL. Discover why the inhabitants had an interest in Central Illinois. Learn how the mounds connect to Cahokia and the Mississippian Native American culture. Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, maconcountyconservation.org] 2p Vinnie's Car Show Registration starts at 1p and trophies will be awarded in each class. DriveIn Antique Mall [2905 N Oakland, 877.8805] 2-5p Pork Pie and the Northend All-stars Blues band. Pop's Place [4335 W Main St, 330.6546] 3-6p Couples/Singles Dance Band: BAM. $10, Knights of Columbus Hall [520 E North St, 875.3090, www. dancingdates.com] 5-8p Canoeing Bike Trail Pond Fun paddle around our largest pond, learn strokes and safety techniques.

Equipment provided. Reservations required. All ages welcome. $15 (canoe), Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 6-8p Monday, 16 Brancher Camp Participants will be introduced to the family of birds called raptors. Learn ways to identify raptors and even meet a couple. Ages 5-10. $35, Illinois Raptor Center [5685 W Hill Rd, www. illinoisraptorcenter.org] 9a-12p Children's Garden Program Children will learn simple and effective garden/plant care, listen to a story, have the chance to plant flowers, and each child will receive a flower to take home. Dress for gardening. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main St, Mt Zion, 864.3622, www.mtzion.lib.il.us] 10-11:30a

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with their form and fundamentals. $50-65, Scovill Golf Course [3909 W Main St, 429.6243, www.decatur6.16, 6.18 parks.org] 9a-10:30a International Cooking Tour the countries of Brazil/South Wednesday, 18 America, Italy, and China through Forensic Science cooking in this two-day culinary Maroa Public Library [305 Garfield adventure! Cook and taste foods from St, Maroa, 794.3005, www.maroa.lib. different countries. $35 (4H member), il.us] 1p $55 (non-member), Shilling Center Walter the Weimaraner [One College Park, 877.6042, web.

Walter is a award winning agility dog extension.illinois.edu/dmp] 2p who is coming to not only show us 6.16-6.20 a multitude of cool tricks, but will International Spy Academy VBS also share with us his agility training All children grades K-6 are welcome on his very own course (similar to to register and attend. Please call, an obstacle course). Mt Zion District email or go online for details and Library [115 W Main St, Mt Zion, registration. Mt Zion Assembly of 864.3622, www.mtzion.lib.il.us] 1-2p God [6334 Woodland Dr, Mt Zion, 864.2701, www.mtzassemblyonthehill. Thursday, 19 DPL Book Club com] 6-7:30p The Sandcastle Girls by Chris Bohjalian.

6.16-6.30 Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin, B.O.S.S. Musical Theatre Camp www.decaturlibrary.org] 1p Actors in grades 1-12 will learn 3D Animal Archery teamwork, musical theatre Bring your own equipment or techniques, and skills in preparation use ours. Rotate through life-like for an exciting final show with sets, costumes, props and lights. 9a-12p (G targets featuring turkey, deer, and bears. Basic instruction is provided 1-5), 1-4p (G 6-12). $170-185, Poage for less experienced archers. Ages Arts & Recreation Center [2020 N 10+. $7, Rock Springs Nature Oakland, 422.5911, www.decaturCenter [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, parks.org] 9a-4p maconcountyconservation.org] 5-7p 6.17-6.19 Blues in Central Park: Indigenous F for Fish Mini Camp Featuring great food, imported and Here fishy, fishy! Children will have a splash as we dive into the life of a fish domestic draft beers. Vendors open at 6p, Music 7-10p. Official Blues and discover a nearby pond. Ages After-Party starts at 10p at Paco’s Sol 1-5. $10, Rock Springs Nature Center Bistro. Free, Central Park [Downtown [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, www. maconcountyconservation.org] Times Decatur] 6-10p vary.

Flower Power Sculpture Join us as we create a piece of visual 6.17, 6.19, 6.24, 6.26 art that will capture of all your friends.

Golf Academy We will learn about visual art and how Develop your golf skills in this fun and friendly environment! Interactive we can use everyday objects and classes with Park District golf pros are transform them into our own personal masterpiece. Please pre-register. Ages designed to help youth aged 5-17 13+. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main St, Mt Zion, 864.3622, www. mtzion.lib.il.us] 6-7:30p

Chill on the Hill Jac Freeze. $3, Free (10 and under), Fletcher Park [400 S Henderson St, Mt Zion, www.mtzion.com] 7-10p Friday, 20 Ladies Only Golf Outing Join us for a women's golf outing featuring two-woman teams with a full-handicapped one best ball format! $75, Hickory Point Golf Course [727 W Weaver Rd, Forsyth, 423.5437, cmofil. org] 8:30a Scovill Park Safari Your animal lover will get a chance to observe exotic animals on our Scovill Park Safari. This zoo expedition will teach children about animals and their habitats. $10 (member), $13 (non-member), Children's Museum of Illinois [55 S Country Club Rd, 423.5437, cmofil.org] 9-11a (Ages 3-5) & 1-3p (Ages 6-8) 27th Annual Chamber Golf Outing The Annual Chamber Golf Outing attracts around 100 golfers and includes lunch, practice range, green fees, cart, and dinner. $500 (team of 4), $125 (player), Red Tail Run Golf Club [520 W Grove Rd, www. decaturchamber.com] 11a-5p Origami Ages 8-12, registration required.

Maroa Public Library [305 Garfield St, Maroa, 794.3005, www.maroa.lib. il.us] 2-3p Summer Lego Bash Lego-making, car racing, and games on the third floor, several Lego art activities and contests in the studio, and snacks and Lego movies projected on the wall in the classroom. It’s just like going to the movies! Fun for the whole family. $20 (ind), $50 (family), Decatur Area Arts Council [125 N Water, 423.3189, www. decaturarts.org] 5:30-8:30p Summer Splash The public is invited to enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres and margaritas while enjoying the music of the Jimmy Buffet style sounds of The Boat Drunks band. Silent auction. Adults only. $40, Decatur Conference Center & Hotel [4191 US 36 W, 422.1509, gallery510. org] 5:30-10p

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

Bad Pants Open Enjoy Caddyshack-inspired golf contests, prizes, food, and beverages at this fun event just for adults! The evening will conclude with a showing of Caddyshack on the big, inflatable screen! Costumes are encouraged. $25 (adv), $30, Hickory Point Golf Course [727 W Weaver Rd, Forsyth, 422.5911, www.decatur-parks.org] 6p Jesse Hite Paco's Sol Bistro [237 N Main, 330.6483] 8-11p Barclay's Backyard Theatre Enjoy an evening of good, clean, FREE entertainment at the library. Popcorn and other snacks will be available for purchase. Attendees should bring their own blankets or lawn chairs.

Barclay Public Library [220 S Main St, Warrensburg, 672.3621, barclay.lib. il.us] 8:15p Freedom Day Celebration Banquet Guest speaker Simeon Wright.

Heartland Grand Palace [3253 Brush College Rd, 429.7458, www.africanamericancultural.org] 6.20-6.21 Macon Street Festival Twilight Parade (Fr 6:30p). Auto show (8a), run/walk (8a), watermelon eating contest, Macon's Got Talent (2p), RAW bench press competition (12p), arm wrestling (3p), chicken dinner (4p), Jesse Hite (4:30p). [Macon, www. facebook.com/maconstreetfest] 6:30(Fr), 8a (Sa) 6.20-6.24 US Open National Playoffs Qualifying Tournament The U.S. Open National Playoffs include both men's and women's singles, as well as mixed doubles.

Fairview Park [Tennis Complex, 423.7020, www.decatur-parks.org] Saturday, 21 WDCR 5K Run & Walk for the Talk Nelson Park [433.1396] 8a Anniversary Celebration Prizes, food, sales. Live music all day by the Cactus Ranch Band and Frank Hubbard Band. Never Forgotten Thymes [726 E Cerro Gordo St, 649.6590] 10a-5p

Dulcimer Club Bring your instrument, learn a new tune or simply enjoy the musical talents of our volunteers. Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation. org] 10a-12p Family Fun: Busy Busy Bees Why do bees build honey combs?

Do bees see the same way we do?

How do they communicate? Discover the answers to these questions and more as we investigate the life of bees during this family-friendly program!

Dress for “beeing” outside. Register online. Free, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 1:30-2:30p Boozin' for the Troops 5K $20, Da Burg [145 N Main, Warrensburg, 972.6431] 2p Car Show & Dinner Good music and fun for the whole family. Many beautiful antique and collector cars/trucks. Fried chicken, ice cream social, car show. Dinner (4p). Fire Department [420 E Main, Warrensburg] 2p Car Show Several trophies will be awarded.

Music from the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s, a concession stand, door prizes, and 50/50 drawings are included. No alcohol is allowed. $10 donation, Christ United Methodist Church [1503 N Summit, 433.8053] 5-7p Cruisin' Eldo Several area car clubs will begin to gather at their favorite Eldo hangouts around 6p. [454.3531] 6p Cards Against Humanity: An Event for Horrible People This is an 18+ event; don’t let us corrupt your kids, please! We’re going to lock down this place and make sure there is nobody in a mile radius to hear our night of grotesque humor and screams of maniacal joy! Board Knight [228 W Main, 706.5373, www. boardknight.com] 7p West End Boogie Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 8-11p Dog of Panic Ages 18+. $3, Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland, donnieshomespunpizza.com] 9p

Point 08 Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p Sunday, 22 Food Drive & Car Show Enter a car, truck, or motorcycle.

Please call or go online for details.

Kroger [1818 S Airport Rd, 358.7371, www.Cruisinroosters.org] 1-5p Master Gardener Walk Have an opportunity to tour 6 beautiful gardens on a self-guided tour. Shuttle service will be provided to access four of the gardens on the walk. Light refreshments and music

by Rev Robert will be provided. $10 (adv), $12 [877.6042, web.extension. illinois.edu/dmp] 2-6p Mary Jo and the Tombstone Bullet Blues band. Pop's Place [4335 W Main St, 330.6546] 3-6p Bike Hike Bring your bike and helmet as we take a ride on the famous bike trail. We’ll stop along the way and investigate natural features. Please dress comfortably for this event.

Ages 8+. $3, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 7-8:30p 6.23 -6.25, 6.30 Staley Striders Track & Field Club Athletes aged 6-18 focus on short and long-distance running techniques, plus a variety of field events. $20-24, Fairview Park [Tennis Complex, 429.3472, www.decatur-parks.org] 4:30-5:30p 6.23-6.27 Agency D3 VBS In VBS you will discover, decide and defend. Please call or go online for details. First Baptist Church [720 W Main St, Mt Zion, 864.2052] 9a-12p Experience Collage Grades K-6, arts experience. $10 (child), Tabernacle Baptist Church [650 N Wyckles, 877.5653, www.tbcdecatur. org] 9a-12p Youth Raptor Camp Raptor identification, natural history, predation, mortality, populations, intelligence, instincts, habitat, falconry, raptor equipment. Ages 11-15. $150, Illinois Raptor Center [5685 W Hill Rd, www.illinoisraptorcenter.org] 9a-12p

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Open Game Night Family-friendly group playing board, card, and role-playing games. Games Summer Art Camp or bring your own. Mancinos Dress for a mess! Gives kids a chance available and Grinders [2805 N Main, to explore several exciting artists and Pizza www.decaturgamers.com] 5:30p delve deeper into arts experiences 6.24-6.26 connected with their work. ActionP for Plants Mini Camp painted assemblages, patterned Colors and smells! We will use our animal oil pastels, clay animals and figures, papier mache $65 (member), senses to experience the growing $75 (non-member), Decatur Area Arts planet around us as we learn how Council [125 N Water, 423.3189, www. plants grow and change in this fun class. Ages 1-5 with adult companion. decaturarts.org] 1-4p $10, Rock Springs Nature Center Tuesday, 24 [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, www.

MidState Soccer Club's Tots and maconcountyconservation.org] Summer Academy Times vary.

Youth aged U4-U8 and focuses Wednesday, 25 on the basics of soccer, including Secretary of State Bomb passing, dribbling and coordination.

Squad and Bomb Robot $35-47, Decatur Soccer Complex [1 Have you ever wondered how to Educational Park, 429.3472, www. disable a bomb? How a bomb dog decatur-parks.org] 9:30-11a can find a hidden bomb? Join us as Big Blue Golf Outing one of the officers, his own bomb Greens fees, lunch, dinner, prizes and the bomb squad robot and your very own Millikin polo shirt dog, come to Mt Zion Library. Mt Zion included in registration fee. $125 District Library [115 W Main St, Mt (ind), Hickory Point Golf Club [727 Zion, 864.3622, www.mtzion.lib.il.us] W Weaver Rd, Forsyth, 424.3948, 1-1:45p athletics.millikin.edu] 1p Glitzy Girls Summer Spa DPL Non-Fiction Book Club Girls aged 6-12 will enjoy an evening The Very Best Men: The Daring Early of fun pedicures, fruit facials, snacks Years of the CIA by Evan Thomas. dancing. Goodie bag provided!

Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin, and Poage Arts & Recreation Center [2020 www.decaturlibrary.org] 1p N Oakland, 421.6648, www.decaturparks.org] 6-7:30p Four Seasons Gardening Series One of the most rewarding gardening Make Your Own Doggie Treats activities is the production of Grades K-5, registration required. fruits in the home garden. This Public Library [305 Garfield presentation will focus on the general Maroa St, Maroa, 794.3005, www.maroa.lib. considerations and tips for getting started in developing and cultivating il.us] 2-3p Thursday, 26 your own orchard. U of I Extension Book vs Movie Club Macon County [3351 N President During the summer we will be Howard Brown Blvd, 877.6042, web. reading a book each month and extension.illinois.edu/dmp] 1:30p then watching the movie. Then we will compare the two. For junior high through young adults. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main St, Mt Zion, 864.3622, www.mtzion.lib.il.us] 5:30-7:30p

Chill on the Hill Imagine That. $3, Free (10 and under), Fletcher Park [400 S Henderson St, Mt Zion, www.mtzion.com] 7-10p Sounds of Summer Concert Celebrate the summer with a live concert by Hit Men and a Dame at the Anne & Al Swartz Pavilion. Adult beverages and concessions available for purchase. Hickory Point Golf Course [727 W Weaver Rd, Forsyth, 422.5911, www.decatur-parks.org] 7p Friday, 27 Pet Parade More info will be published on the webpage. Maroa Public Library [305 Garfield St, Maroa, 794.3005, www. maroa.lib.il.us] Wacky Science-Anything Goes Spark the imagination of your little Einstein with our Wacky Science camp, where anything goes. No experiment is too fun or messy for your scientist in training! $10 (member), $13 (non-member), Children's Museum of Illinois [55 S Country Club Rd, 423.5437, cmofil.org] 9-11a (Ages 3-5), 1-3p (Ages 6-8) Mexicali Owlie The Mexicali Owlie canvas teaches girls to 'doodle' with a paintbrush and how to transfer a design onto a canvas. Ages 10+, $10 deposit. $25, The Perfect Pair [266 N St Rt 121, Warrensburg, 672.8822] 12-2p Zentangle Zentangle is the art of using varied and repeated patterns to create a unique piece of art. This event is for children who are going to be in first-sixth grades this fall. Please preregister as this class is limited to 30 participants. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main St, Mt Zion, 864.3622, www.mtzion.lib.il.us] 1-2:30p Tweens & Teens Canvas Kids will learn numerous techniques for creating mixed media artwork including, but not limited to crackle, stencil and paper collage. Ages 10+, $10 deposit. $25, The Perfect Pair [266 N St Rt 121, Warrensburg, 672.8822] 3-5p

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

Famiy Night Life Join us for an ice cream party. We will have some games, make sundaes with all the fixings, and just hang out.

This is a great opportunity for young families to connect with each other.

Antioch Christian Church [5409 E US Rt 36, 864.3444, www.accdecatur. org] 6-8p Victory Trio in Concert Love offering, Seventh Day Adventist [530 N Sunnyside Rd, 740.334.7036] 6:30p Evening Campfire We’ll hear stories, play games, and roast marshmallows. Traditional Native American lore will take you back to a more primitive time. Enjoy the heat and light from a blazing fire. All ages welcome. Register online. $2 (ind), $10 (family), Griswold Conservation Area [Blue Mound, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 8-10p Drew Baldridge Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p Hot Bag O Donuts Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 9p-1a 6.27-6.28 Maroa Freedom Fest Friday: Freedom Run for tractors/ golf carts - Spencer Park (6p), prince & princess contest - pavilion (7p).

Saturday: biscuits and gravy at City Hall (7a), Color Run (8a), parade (11a), vendors (12p), ice cream social (12p), cake walk (3p), bags tournament (4:30p), pork chop dinner (5p), pie/cake auction (5p), bingo (7p), fireworks (dusk). [Maroa, 841.7330, maroaillinois.gov] 6-8p (Fr), 7a-dusk (Sa) Comedy Hour Nate Weatherup, headlined by Robert Hines. $10-12, Main Hangar [910 S Airport Rd, 421.7452, mainhangarrestaurant.net] 8:30p 6.27-6.29 Shootout National softball qualifier. 10U, 12U, 14U ASA Open. Borg Warner Sports Complex [US Rt 51, www.cigsrebels.net] Saturday, 28 Come Together Let's Walk $10 (child), $20 (adult), Fairview Park [1455 W Fairview Park Dr, www. cometogetherletswalk.com] 7a

NFT Underground Flea Market Never Forgotten Thymes [726 E Cerro Gordo St, 649.6590] 9a-4p Fairy Garden Tea Party II The magic & wonder of "MakeBelieve" make this a most enchanting morning in the Fairy Garden. Stories, chimes & 'fairy dust' precede an English High Tea. $24, Mari-Mann Herb Farm [1405 Mari Mann Ln, 429.1555] 10a-12p Finders Flea Market Enjoy shopping and exploring lots of unique one-of-a-kind finds, styles for you and your home, the best of old and new and some yummy treats, too. Lions Center Pavilion [1595 W Main St, Mt Zion, www. jumpjiveproductions.com] 10a-4p All-American Dog Birthday Bash Complimentary birthday cake and beverages will be served, and you are invited! Birthday wish list items: collars (all sizes), leashes, hard rubber toys, dog treats, towels, and wire slicker brushes. Macon County Animal Control and Care Center [2820 E Parkway Dr, 423.7387, dmcasf.org] 12-4p Independence Day 1860 Come out to celebrate our nation’s birthday 1860s style. Enjoy free ice cream, a music concert (3p), farmhouse tours, a vintage rules base ball game (1p) and other fun family activities. Free, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 12-4:30p Open Game Night Family-friendly group playing board, card, and role-playing games.

Games available or bring your own.

Board Knight [228 W Main, www. decaturgamers.com] 12p VanGogh Fossil Paint Learn airbrush stenciling, furniture frosting, & embossing stenciling.

Must have already taken VanGogh 101 or have previous painting experience. $50 deposit required. $125, The Perfect Pair [266 N St Rt 121, Warrensburg, 672.8822] 12-4:30p Oakwood Street Festival Ernie Hendrickson Band. Face Painting (5-7p), 50/50 (5:50p-12a), popcorn and snow cones (for kids and adults).

Go to website for more details.

Oakland & Main [126 S Oakland,

oakwooddecatur.com] 5p-12a zz Crawford's Pizza & Pub [105 W Main, Maroa] 8-11p Gutterbound Classic rock. Pop's Place [4335 W Main St, 330.6546] 9p-1a Prince Night Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p Sunday, 29 Victory Trio in Concert Love Offering, Harvest Christian Center [2199 N Water St, 740.334.7036] 10:30a James Millikin Homestead Open House $2 (adult), $.50 (child), Millikin Homestead [125 N Pine] 2-4p Oglesby Mansion Encounter the lives of its family members, discover their late nineteenth-century lifestyle, and soak up the exquisite architecture of the The restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. $2 (adult), Free (members), Oglesby Mansion [421 W William, www.oglesbymansion. org] 2-4p Tadpole Dipping Have you ever caught a tadpole?

It’s pretty exciting to see a baby frog or toad squirming around in your hand! Join us as we look for these and other aquatic wildlife!

Wear clothing for a frog adventure.

Reservations reqd. All ages. Register online. Free, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 2-3p Biscuit Miller Chicago blues band. Pop's Place [4335 W Main St, 330.6546] 3-6p Victory Trio in Concert Love offering, Maranatha Assembly of God [555 W Imboden Dr, 740.334.7036] 6p Jazz in June Cash bar (6:30p), Dinner (7p), Four Other Brothers music (6:30-9:30p). $40, Beach House [2301 E Lakeshore Dr, 423.3189] 6:30-9:30p Independence Day Celebration Food, family friendly fun and fireworks are planned. Please call or go online for details. Life Foursquare Church [2954 W Ash Ave, 875.2300] 7-10p

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by Beth DeBouck

Sometimes the small towns have the biggest sense of pride for the place they live. Just look at the name of the group putting on this summer’s Maroa Freedom Festival: Fall in Love with Maroa. The festival, which takes place on Saturday, June 28 (with events on the previous night as well), will feature all kinds of wonderful family-friendly activities like a biscuits ‘n gravy breakfast, pork chop dinner, parade, Color Run, baseball games, dunk tank, cake walks, bags tournament and fireworks.

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It’s everything you’d expect from a Fourth of July celebration, but it’s conveniently held the weekend before so as not to interfere with other scheduled fireworks.

The festival itself is free to attend, and the majority of events will take place in the vicinity of Maroa’s City Hall.

One of the event coordinators, Rhonda Braden, reminds everyone that the event is not Maroa-resident exclusive. “Everyone is welcome to attend,” she says.

Rhonda is part of the Fall in Love with Maroa organization, and she says the group is working hard to spruce up the city.

“Some of the main goals are a welcome entry sign and landscaping around the entrances to Maroa,” says Rhonda. “We are also working toward a Splash Pad in our lovely Spencer Park. We have a great group of locals who want to see Maroa grow and beautify it on the way.”

On the 27th, a couple of pre-fest festivities will be held at Spencer Park. Both begin at 7 pm and include a Fun Run, where tractors, bikes, golf carts, and other modes of transportation can race against each other, and a Prince/Princess Contest. continued ON page 30

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Limited seating-only 100 tickets sold each show!

$10 in advance, $12 day of show Shows begin at 8:30; 6:30 reservations recommended.

Seating is determined on a first-come, first-served basis.

For tickets visit the Main Hangar Restaurant, mainhangarrestaurant.net, or call 217-421-7452

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Saturday’s first event, the biscuits ‘n gravy breakfast ($5 full/$3.50 half ) sponsored by the Maroa Youth League, will be followed by a Color Run at 8 am. You can pre-register online for $25 or $30 on the day of the race. If you’re unfamiliar with a Color Run, it’s a 5K race where runners are showered with colored powder at stations located along the route. In this case, it will be members of the Maroa-Forsyth High School sports teams painting you with all the colors of the rainbow as you run past, and, yes, it is suggested that you wear white!

At 9 am, the youth league is sponsoring a Pony League boys' tournament on the north diamond; there will be a freshmen girls’ tournament on the south diamond beginning at 11 am.

The parade, which also begins at 11 am, will follow a route that starts at the high school, heads down Washington to Oak, ends at the library, and then returns to the school. After the parade, there will be an ice cream social sponsored by the Maroa Lions' Club at noon, and local vendors open just in time for lunch.

At 3 pm, the Maroa Christian Church will hold a cake walk, and if you are a competitive ‘bags’ player, you can sign up for a bags tournament that will take place behind City Hall. The cost is $20 per team of two.

From 5 to 7 pm, the Maroa Masonic Lodge is providing a pork chop dinner that includes a 10 oz. chop, baked beans, potato salad, applesauce, roll, and drink for $9. While you’re feasting on your pork chops and apple sauce, you can mosey over to the other side of the gym for a pie/cake auction. All items up for auction are made by Maroa residents and donated to Fall in Love with Maroa for the event. Um, and did we mention there’ll be bingo?

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Fireworks are scheduled for “dusk" and in case of inclement weather could be rescheduled for Sunday, but organizers aren’t likely to let something like a tiny storm rain on their parade.

“Last year our wonderful fire department managed to get it done even with a little sprinkle,” says Rhonda.

And that is the cheerful, optimistic disposition you tend to encounter from the residents of Maroa. So, if you enjoy a bit of small-town fun and want to share it with people who have some pretty big hearts and who also take great pride in the city where they live, make plans to attend the Maroa Freedom Festival.

Maybe you’ll also find a reason to fall a little bit in love with Maroa.

Get There: MaroA FREEDOM FESTIVAL City Hall, Maroa, 120 S. Locust Saturday, June 28 To register for the Color Run: http://events.constantcontact.com/ register/event?llr=bvgem5pab&oeidk=a07 e98zde7ff43dd63e Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LoveMaroa

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By Heather Meadows If you’re searching for a fun-filled event that supports our local art community to share with friends and family, then look no further than Summer Splash 2014! Summer Splash originated in 2012 and has since grown larger and more spectacular. This annual event is a fundraiser for Gallery 510, so mark your calendars for Friday, June 20, at 6pm for dancing, live music from The Boat Drunks and an overflowing array of margaritas!

Last year 200 tickets were purchased, and the event sold out. 350 tickets are available this year, as well as a larger venue—The Decatur Conference Center and Hotel. So pull those Hawaiian-inspired shirts, cut-off shorts and flip-flops out of the closet, and prepare to be entertained with Jimmy Buffet tunes from The Boat Drunks. Also featured: a silent auction, hors d’ oeuvres, a photo booth with props, a cash bar and more!

Tickets are $40 in advance or $350 for a table of 10. Prizes will be awarded to the table deemed “Best Decorated,” so if you’d like to decorate your table, you’re free to do so!

Director Barbara Dove is looking forward to the event and is ready to party, luau-style!

Barbara recognizes the importance of art in our community and is committed to enabling artists to be seen, providing educational opportunities and raising awareness of the visual fine arts.

She explains, “Teachers give their students the tools they need to create art, and Gallery 510 is the catalyst that gives the opportunity to show that art. Students get to see their art hanging in a professional venue. This experience gives confidence, and I am proud to be a part of that.”

The funds raised will allow Gallery 510 to continue inspiring artists and giving them an outlet to showcase. The organization works in collaboration with the Decatur Area Arts Council with competitions and exhibits such as The Young Artists' Showcase, where any 5th-8th grader in Macon County can enter his or her artwork. Arts in Central Park is another public service the two organizations team up to put on and have done so for the past 17 years.

The outdoor art fair in Central Park boasts high quality art and activities for children, plus food and music. And October Nationals is a juried art show for professionals that Gallery 510 holds in the Anne Lloyd Gallery at the Madden Arts Center.

Purchase Summer Splash tickets at Gallery 510 at 160 East Main Street or reserve with a credit card by calling 422-1504.

Food, drink, friends and music by The Boat Drunks…all while supporting the arts! What’s not to love about this event? Last year’s Summer Splash sold out fast, and this year is bigger and better, so call today to purchase your ticket or reserve your table for 10!

Barbara is ready for a successful event and ensures, “The Conference Center will have the margaritas ready to go!”

Get There: Summer Splash 2014 June 20, doors open at 6:00pm Decatur Conference Center & Hotel For tickets call Gallery 510 at 422.1509 or email gallery510@sbcglobal.net

Heather Meadows is s freelance writer.

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