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Party Crashers' Crash of the Month

ART SPEAK: Two Anniversary Parties!

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FOOD DUDE: Celebration - On a Stick!

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Fun and festivals go together like peanut butter and jelly. Throw in some flea markets, and you’ve got a darn near perfect summer. With this issue we explore all that and more and get into Macon County’s granddaddy of them all, Decatur Celebration. You’ll find a complete map with all the high points listed, and don’t miss the staff’s takeover of Food Dude, where they direct you to all the goodness that is food on a stick.

The food on a stick’s served with a side of hometown hospitality at the Blue Mound Fall Festival, plus a carnival, games, parade, pageant and awesome entertainment like Scott Wattles & Blue Suede Crew – how can you go wrong with the King!

With fried dough their king, festivals and fitness are more like pickles and ice cream, at least on the surface. But put down the funnel cake for a minute at any given festival, and you’ll likely find a fun run, 5K and beyond to dip a toe into. That’s where FatattheFinish. com comes in, tracking road races across Central Illinois.

One of the site founder’s favorite runs is in Mt. Zion, where you’ll also find the Finders Flea Market showing upcycled, recycled and just plain found treasures of yore on the last Saturday of the month from MayOctober. Keepers abound at Finders; it’s not to be missed!

Macon County’s serving up tons of fun – on a stick – all summer long!

Out & About

A look back at last month’s happenings

Rodney T. Miller Triathalon

Despite less than ideal racing conditions, hundreds of athletes, volunteers and spectators filled Chandler Park and Nelson Park during the 2-day Rodney T. Miller Triathlon, which took place on July 12 and 13, 2014. As a safety precaution, the swim portion of both the kids and adult races was canceled due to weather and a duathalon (run - bike - run) course implemented. Proceeds from the race benefit a scholarship fund created to enhance and aid Decatur/Macon County area children in sports-related programs or activities.

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Out & About

A look back at last month’s happenings

Renewed Fun

The Children's Museum of Central Illinois has revamped their learning centers, adding a new building room and toddler area upstairs. Other additions and improvements have been tested and approved— go visit today!

Governor Oglesby Mansion Richard J. Oglesby served his country well as a U.S. Senator, a Civil War Union General and a three-time Governor of Illinois. The Oglesby Mansion is open to the public for tours Wednesdays and Saturdays through August. The restored home is also available for individual or group tours as well as special events by calling 423-7708.

Summer Strings The Decatur Park District's Summer Strings program was invited to perform at First Presbyterian Church on July 13. Retired music teacher Rose Marie Thompson accompanied the students on piano and performed a special piece with Summer Strings Director Jason Zimmerman.

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Picture This

Laura Webb Photography Studio hosted a Photography for Children course in Mt. Zion last month. Laura showed the students how to work their cameras and gave them essential tips on content, lighting and focus.

Mini Golf The wait is over. Nelson Park unveiled its newest addition, and it's fun for all! Overlook Adventure Mini Golf opened to the public mid-July and will remain open through the fall.

Hours and prices are available here: www.decatur-parks.org/ overlook-adventure-park/.

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Mutual of Omaha's 2014 Aha Moment Tour stopped in Decatur at the Children's Museum of Central Illinois to capture video confessions of residents' life-changing moments. Footage is available at ahamoment.com/tour.

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SPOTLIGHT

by Joli A. Hohenstein

Fitness & Fun Start at FatattheFinish.com With festivals come food, fun and… fitness? You’d be surprised the number of festivals that offer a run – fun or otherwise – as part of their agenda.

To get a handle on what’s happening around the area, we chatted with Nicole Heath, blogger and founder of the uber-popular web site Fat at the Finish.

Now a Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Adult Distance Running Coach and physical rehab specialist, Nicole chronicles her experiences since making the decision to stop yo-yo dieting and focus on fitness. She made running a key part of her lifestyle and wanted to make it easier for others to find events—and let them know you don’t have to be fast or fit to run.

5K Memorial Race and One Mile Fun Run, which ties with the Blue Mound Fall Festival (August 7-9), “is a very flat course, which makes for a great race time!” Another favorite is the Mt. Zion Pony Express Days 5K, this year August 16.

Visit fatatthefinish.com for a complete list of Central Illinois road races!

“I put together this website because I felt Central Illinois needed a place to see all of the fantastic races going on in the area and to find out more about them,” she says. “Race directors can go to the site and submit the information for any upcoming Central Illinois race for free.”

Since starting the site in 2010, Nicole has grown it by leaps and bounds—in fact, it’s now the largest listing of road races spanning the cities of Decatur, Springfield, Champaign, Bloomington, Mattoon, Effingham and Peoria and the surrounding areas.

The site gets visitors from all 50 states!

Nicole’s passion for running continues, and she’s in the midst of a 50 States Challenge – to complete a 1/2 marathon in all 50 states. She’s up to 13 so far and has a couple more on the docket this year.

“My favorites have been Chicago - the lakefront is beautiful – and Arizona - I love the scenery of mountains and cactus yet it was flat!”

Locally, she finds lots of favorite events, too, including the Macon County Obesity Prevention Coalition-sponsored race along the Decatur Celebration parade route: “This is a great race for anyone who has never done one before because of the short distance (about half a mile) and awesome crowd support.” And the Danny Byard

Nicole’s number one piece of advice for new runners “Start slow, don't burn yourself out. If you have not been exercising at all, start with walking and ease into running with intervals of walk/run until you can gradually increase your endurance. Hydration is also extremely important, especially when running in the summer and fall. I'd also suggest signing up for a local 5K - it usually helps to support a local cause and will give you a goal to keep you motivated!”

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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CRASH of the Month

Saturday, August 2nd Obesity Prevention Coalition Family Fun Run/Walk Before you enjoy the parade, food, drinks, and entertainment, join us for the Obesity Prevention Coalition’s 4th annual fun, noncompetitive 1-mile run or walk. $10 (person), $25 (family) Downtown Decatur [423.6988, ext 1114] 9:45a

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ART SPEAK

by Jerry Johnson

Two Anniversary Parties for the Arts!

It’s been 10 years since the Decatur Area Arts Council opened the doors of the Madden Arts Center (MAC) and the dream of a vibrant community arts center in downtown Decatur became a reality. Over the past decade, it has become the place the arts call home. That calls for a celebration, and we’re having two!

First, a free public event at the MAC on Friday, August 8, 5-7:30 pm!

When you arrive, you’ll be swept into the festivities by one of our favorite local bands, Imagine That, outside rockin’ the 100 block of North Water Street.

Fun stuff to do on all three floors of the building, along with food and drink, are all brought to you courtesy of Brechnitz Group of Raymond James.

Inside in the Anne Lloyd Gallery, discover the amazing Decatur’s Art Treasures exhibit. Modeled after the grand opening show in 2004, it showcases a wide range of fine art and antiques on loan from local private collections. The pieces on display include Cezanne to circus car replicas, Far Eastern art to far-out contemporary pieces. Come see items that you’re not likely to see anywhere else!

The second floor offers you the chance to try your hand at creating art or to watch an artist demonstration. You might even run into a wacky character talking with a silly accent (Theatre 7 and Richland Community College giving a sneak peak of their fall musical Monty Python’s Spamalot).

On the third floor, DAAC celebrates great local arts groups – Barn Colony Artists, Symphony Guild of Decatur, Gallery 510, Knit Nite, Juvae Jazz and Opus 24. Check out their displays and miniperformances throughout the evening.

Our friendly neighborhood galleries will also be joining in the celebration. The Blue Connection, part of the MAC from the beginning, honors a decade of customers who have enjoyed art purchased at Blue Connection. At Gallery 510, Glenda Sue Goodpaster presents her paintings and pastels in a show entitled “A Moment in Time.”

Second, it’s our Diamonds & Denim Fundraising Gala on Saturday, August 16, 6-9 pm!

Because this is the MAC’s 10th (diamond) anniversary, you’re invited to break out your brightest bling and jazziest jeans for this casual but classy evening. Tickets are $75 per person. We’re serving up amazing food (brought to you by Chef Brian, Aramark at Millikin) and drinks (including a signature cocktail sold in a commemorative mason jar) from the street to every floor of the building.

The building will be filled with entertainment throughout the evening, ranging from solo piano to a bluegrass combo, the Decatur Municipal Band to an a cappella vocal group, all topped off

by IMPROV performers for a good laugh and fun arts demonstrations, including a speed painter and custom jewelry/clothing designer. You’ll have a chance to bid on 10 unique arts-related silent auction items and two high-end live auction packages to benefit the MAC. The Madden Arts Center is a lively place in the heart of our city dedicated to supporting the arts in our community with space and resources for events, exhibits, and classes. Come celebrate this wonderful building and learn how it became the place the arts call home.

Jerry Johnson is the Executive Director of the Decatur Area Arts Council and may be spotted pretty much anywhere art is happening.

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Publisher's

Pick of the Month Just a little something we ran across and wanted to share.

Professor Bean's Brewed Awakening Whole Bean Coffee

$9.95

Saturday Produce Market at Richland Community College

Photos: Kat Smalley

Brewed Awakening is a great little coffee creation from the Culinary Arts Institute at Richland Community College that I seem to drink more days than not.

You can pick up a 12 oz bag of the custom blend developed by students at the Richland Coffeehouse, Dale's Southlake Pharmacy, Colee's Corner Drugs, Marquis Coffee Roastery and the Saturday Produce Market! This coffee is only packaged in the whole bean variety but if you buy from the Coffeehouse on campus, they'll grind it for you.

Be sure to check out more details about the project on the back label!

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THE FOOD DUDE

by T. F. DUDE

Doing Decatur Celebration – On a Stick!

Look out, Macon County – not only is Decatur Celebration taking over downtown, but Celebration staffers have commandeered Food Dude. (Actually, truth be told, they lulled him into a food coma with too many corn dogs, but that’s another story.) Can’t go to Decatur Celebration (or any festival for that matter) without partaking of that everyman’s go-to classic… food on a stick.

So to heat things up for the Hot Summer Nights coming with Celebration, the team shares their favorites – because everything’s better on a stick!

And because you can never have too much food on a stick, try these tasty tempters, too: Shrimp on a Stick, Chicken on a Stick and Pizza on a Stick! (Editor’s note: And for something different yet not on a stick, two words: Bacon donut. BACON donut.)

Lori Sturgill (Producer/Director) Her favorite is Coconut Shrimp on a Stick.

Why? “It’s a classic and you can’t get it every day!”

Nick Kriener (Event Manager) His favorite is Alligator on a Stick.

Why? “It’s unique and tastes fantastic.”

Lori Queary (Administrative Assistant) Her favorite is Thai Grilled Chicken on a Stick.

Why? “I love the spices and flavors of Asian food.”

Rachel Barter (Event Assistant) Her favorite is the mighty Corn Dog. Why? “Because it’s a great classic and I have to have one at some point every day of Celebration weekend!” (Our kind of girl!)

Alice Dembinski (Event Assistant) Her favorite is Fried Snickers on a Stick.

photo: Daniel Incandela / CC BY-NC 2.0

Why? “Because it’s unusual and unique – it’s not something everyone has had!”

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

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Keepers Abound at Finders Flea Market Written by Beth DeBouck | Photos by Sarah Jane It’s not your typical flea market, says Joy Snow, organizer of Finders Flea Market in Mt. Zion.

So if you’re expecting a lot of used-up old sofas, clothing or “80s tube socks” – you’d be better off heading to the neighbor’s garage sale. Joy has spent 15 years as an event planner, and after visiting other large flea and antique markets in Illinois, she noticed that there wasn’t anything comparable in Macon County. Having already worked with the Mt. Zion Lions Center through other events she’s organized, Joy decided to carry over that relationship when considering the market’s location. Not to mention that the property also offers plenty of space for future growth, which is exactly what she’s intending.

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whether personally contacting vendors or using Facebook to draw in the crowds.

Items for sale range from antique up-cycled furniture to hand-crafted metal, jewelry and glassware to gluten-free baked goods and fresh produce.

Vendors are coming from as far away as Jacksonville, Bloomington, Danville and even St. Louis. Joy knows some vendors craft their wares out of the home and only have means to sell through online outlets like Etsy. She wants the market to be able to showcase all of the talented artists, crafters, refurbishers and pickers who’ve signed up.

“I have been blessed to learn there’s some amazing talent,” says Joy. “Most are making a nominal profit and do it because they love it.

I’m very thankful to work with these people.”

Not everyone is coming from far away, though.

Local vendors are also being represented.

Kelly Wingard, owner of Decatur’s Wildflour

Artisan Bakery & Café, brought a collection of antiques, furniture and crafts from The Root Cellar (located in the basement of Wildflour).

She says Wildflour actually started as a stall at a farmer’s market before opening years later at its downtown location on Main Street.

“The exposure in the community has been great,” says Kelly, explaining many Wildflour customers weren’t aware there’s an antique store on the bottom level.

While some vendors are exposing their business and talents to the community, other vendors are letting themselves be exposed to a new community.

Kyle Looby’s “recycled vintage and found object jewelry” can be admired in two Springfield locations: Studio on 6th and Tossed and Found. Having joined in June, she’ll also be setting up shop at Decatur’s Arts in the Park in September.

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Finders Flea Market continued from page 15 The process of making jewelry serves as a creative outlet for Kyle, who also works for the Illinois Department of Transportation.

After being inspired by jewelry she saw on a vacation, Kyle fell in love with the idea of taking materials that aren’t typically meant to be jewelry (foreign coins, keys, fabric, typewriter buttons) and turning them into bracelets, necklaces, earrings, pins, hair clips and rings. She credited her grandfather, who was an avid antique collector, as the reason for her interest in “old things.”

If you, too, have a love for the old, make sure to follow Finders Flea Market through its Facebook page. They regularly post vendor spotlights that include photos of potential finds you could see at the next market.

Admission is free, too, but make sure to have cash on hand. Some vendors, but not all, are capable of taking credit cards.

It might be odd to say that walking around Finders Flea Market causes you to start waxing philosophical about what draws people to flea markets. But it’s not just the items that have stories – the people do, too.

You want to know not only about the history of the materials they used but what in their lives encouraged them to become creators, artists and people who, in general, saw the beautiful in the old.

Get There: Finders Flea Market

One thing’s for sure: You’ll find plenty of keepers at the Finders Flea Market!

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Special Screening Previews of the CW’s New Show “Gotham” 12:00 pm Special Screening Previews of the CW’s New Show “The Flash” 5:00 pm LLCU 21 Film Project Screening Top 21 Films from 2008-2014

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Special Screenings Previews of the CW’s New Show “Gotham”12:00 pm Previews of the CW’s New Show “The Flash” 5:00 pm

All Entertainment is FREE!!

August Events EVERYDAY Karaoke Josh n Crown (Mo), A Bottle of CT (Tu), Karaoke/Dancing with Jacob (We), Karaoke-rita with CT (Th), Karaoke/Dancing with Jacob (Fr), Danrel & Funk DJ/Karaoke (Sa), Josh in a Bucket (Su). Cafe Brio [2880 N Oakland, 975.2746] 9p-2a Artist David Staff Enjoy images from throughout Illinois. Photographs include wildlife, flowers, and landscapes.

Rock Springs Nature Center [South Gallery, 3939 Nearing Ln] 8a-5p (Mo-We, Fr), 8a-8p (Th), 9a5p (Sa), 1-5p (Su) Artist Lance Merry Explore the detailed images of nature and wildlife photos by talented naturalist and photographer Lance Merry. Rock Springs Nature Center [North Gallery, 3939 Nearing Ln] 8a-5p (Mo-We, Fr), 8a-8p (Th), 9a-5p (Sa), 1-5p (Su)

Gallery 510 Art Exhibit (begins 8.6) Glenda Sue Goodpaster. Open during business hours. Gallery 510 [160 E Main, 422.1509, gallery510.org]

All Cha Cha (thru 8.18) Learn the basics and more.

Versatile Cha Cha is danced to Latin music but also to your favorite rock n’ roll music, with or without a Latin beat. You will use this dance often. $35, Mt Zion Convention Center [1400 Mt Zion Parkway, Mt. Zion, 864.5424, www.mtzion.com] 7:15-8:15p

Wildflour Art Exhibit (begins 8.6) Nicole Christison. Open during business hours. Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Café [256 W Main, www. EVERY TUESDAY wildflourastisanbakery.com] Chess Club Doherty's Pub & Pins [242 E EVERY MONDAY William St] 6:30p Basic Ballroom (thru 8.18) Learn the basics of Waltz, with its At Least It's Not Monday Draft smooth and flowing movements, Magic the Gathering. $15, Hidden Foxtrot, the most popular social Lair [320 N St Hwy 121, Mt. Zion, dance in the world, and Rumba, 864.1851] 7-10p a sensual Latin-based dance. $35, Mt Zion Convention Center Movie in the Park [1400 Mt Zion Parkway, Mt. Zion, Free, Nelson Park [www.decatur864.5424, www.mtzion.com] 6-7p parks.org] 8p Miniatures Monday Board Knight [228 W Main, 706.5373, www.boardknight. com] 6p

Airport Art Exhibit (begins 8.6) Country Line Dance Dan Modzelewski. Open during Come join a fun-filled evening, business hours. Decatur Airport meet new people and learn to [910 S Airport Rd] country line dance. 7-8p (Class), 8-9p (Dance). $6, Knights of DPL Art Exhibit (begins 8.6) Carol Kessler. Open during library Columbus Hall [520 E North St, 764.3070] 7-9p hours. Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin] Decatur Municipal Band (thru 8.18) Central Park [Downtown Decatur] 7p

Stevie Ray Karaoke Lincoln Lounge [121 N Main] 9p EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY Pickleball Open play for all skill levels!

Kiwanis Park tennis courts [455 S Redwood Lane, www.facebook. com/DecaturPickleball] 6-8p EVERY WEDNESDAY Coffee Club This is an open invitation for anyone from the community to stop by the library for good coffee, company and conversation! Barclay Public Library [220 S Main St, Warrensburg, 672.3621, barclay.lib. il.us] 9:30a

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

Casual Elder Dragon Highlander $6, Board Knight [228 W Main, 706.5373, www.boardknight.com] 5p

EVERY WEDNESDAYSATURDAY Docta LD DJ/Karaoke Curly's Bar & Pizza [2683 N Water, 875.9800] 9p-2a

Salsa Nights Salsa, reggeaton, and top 40 DJ mix. Corona's Mexican Bar & Grill [2350 S Mt Zion Rd, 864.2220] 9:30p-1:30a

Mobile Soundz Karaoke Woody's Bar [1190 W South Side Dr] 9p-1a

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] 10-11a

DJ David Lee Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 10p-2a

Open Mic Night Hosted by Matt Skinner Free, Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland, 424.4344, www. donnieshomespun.com] 9p Karaoke & Water Pong Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 10p-2a

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.boardknight.com] 4p

Write Stuff Writers' Group Support, encouragement, and critiques for writers in all stages Casual X-Wing Miniatures of development. Wildflour Artisan Board Knight [228 W Main, Bakery & CafĂŠ [256 W Main] 3:30p 706.5373, www.boardknight. com] 5p Billy Galt (begins 8.13) Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Bike Night Oakland] 7-9p KC Hall (8.7), 48 Inn (8.14), Doherty's Pub & Pins (8.21), EVERY WEDNESDAY & Sliderz (8.28). Coziahr H-D [150 FRIDAY W Marion Ave, Forsyth, 877.7115, Tai Chi www.coziahrhd.com] 6-8p Maroa Public Library [305 Garfield St, Maroa, 794.3005, www.maroa. Karaoke lib.il.us] 9-10a Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 9p-1a EVERY WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY Karaoke Oglesby Mansion Open House Free, Donnie's Homespun Pizza Encounter the lives of its family [126 S Oakland, 424.4344, www. members, discover their late donnieshomespun.com] 9p nineteenth-century lifestyle, and soak up the exquisite architecture Stevie Ray Karaoke of the restored home of Illinois Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p Governor Richard J Oglesby. $2 (adult), Free (members), Oglesby Mansion [421 W William, www. oglesbymansion.org] 2-4p

EVERY FRIDAY Friday Night Magic Board Knight [228 W Main, 706.5373, www.boardknight.com] 6:30p Toddler Time at Fairview Pool (thru 8.15) Toddlers aged 5 and under and their parents can enjoy the zerodepth beach entry and splash pad during this private swim time just for children. $4.25 (person), Fairview Pool [421.7431] 9:3011:30a EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY Wine Tastings The Decanter Fine Wines [215 N Main St, 422.9463] 4-7p (Fr), 1-6p (Sa) EVERY SATURDAY Central Park Farmers Market (except 8.2) West side of Central Park.

Rain or shine. [428.2800] 8a-12p Saturday Produce Market This market will offer fresh fruits and vegetables grown by Richland students, as well as local farmers. Richland Community College [One College Park, www.richland.edu] 8a-12p

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August Events Racing (thru 9.27) Gates open at 5p. Macon Speedway [205 N Wiles St, Macon, 764.3000, www.facebook.com/ maconracing] 7p

8.1-8.3 Decatur Celebration Music, food, arts and crafts, carnival, and film. Kids block, wine garden. Downtown Decatur [decaturcelebration.com]

Super Slapped Saturdays Top 40 DJ mix. Flashbacks Lounge USTA/Ursula Beck [2239 E Wood St, 422.3530] 10p-2a Pro Tennis Classic Watch the world’s top tennis EVERY SATURDAY & players at the Ursula Beck Pro SUNDAY Tennis Classic! Hours vary based Homestead Prairie Farm on matches. Fairview Park [1640 Open House W Monument Hill Dr, 421.7432] Visit the Homestead Prairie Farm, a restored 1860s farm house.

Saturday, 2 Rock Springs Nature Center Obesity Prevention Coalition [3939 Nearing Ln] 1-4p Family Fun Run/Walk Before you enjoy the parade, Golf Family Fun Days food, drinks, and entertainment, (thru 8.17) join us for the Obesity Prevention Families can enjoy 9-hole reduced Coalition’s 4th annual fun, rates at all Decatur Park District non-competitive 1-mile run or golf courses! $30 (4-some), $25 walk. $10 (person), $25 (family), (3-some), $20 (2-some), Decatur Downtown Decatur [423.6988, Golf Courses [422.2211] 2:30p ext 1114] 9:45a EVERY SUNDAY Tabletop Sundays For everyone, beginner or seasoned. Interested in running a campaign? This is the event for you! Board Knight [228 W Main, 706.5373, boardknight.com] 3p

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

8.1-8.2 Annual Book Sale Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main St, Mt Zion, 864.3622, Razzle Dazzle www.mtzion.lib.il.us] 9a-5p Goodtimes Parade Downtown Decatur [decaturcelebration.com] 10a

Butterfly Rainbow Participants will tour the prairie, visit an area baited with homemade nectar, and view native flowers to see the incredible colors of native butterflies that are collecting nectar. Reservation required. Free, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708] 2-4p Heinkel's Hot Dog Eating Contest Downtown Decatur [decaturcelebration.com] 2:30p 8.2-8.3 Summer Estate Sale Porcelain, glassware, artwork, furniture, and more. Kirkland Fine Arts Center [1184 W Main St, www.edwalkerfineart.com] 9a-5p Sunday, 3 Yoga Free, Nelson Park [Pavilion #1, 433.5759] 10-11:30a Bags Tournament Downtown Decatur [decaturcelebration.com] 1-5p Macon County Pageants $7, Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza, decaturcelebration.com] 2p The Glaciers of Illinois Join speaker Melody Arnold to learn about glaciers’ lasting effects today through the terrain, soil, and waterways they shaped.

Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, 2p maconcountyconservation.org]

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

Plan B 8.5-8.6 Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 3-6p Madcap Puppets For kids who have earned a ticket Aquatic Critters in the summer reading program.

Be ready to get mucky.

Ticket holders may bring a friend Crayfish, frogs and small fish and a grown up. Upstairs in the children's room at the Decatur are expected. Register online.

Public Library [130 N Franklin, $4, Rock Springs Nature Center 424.2900, www.decaturlibrary.org] [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, 5:30p (Tu), 10a & 2p (We) maconcountyconservation.org] 7-8:30p 8.5-8.7 Monday, 4 Monty Python's Spamalot Kickin' Ribs II Cooking School Auditions We provide the recipes so you Theatre 7 Headquarters can follow along, take notes, [131 N Water, theatre7.net] 6p and ask questions. Chef Brian prepares the food and you get to Junior Golf Tournament enjoy. Pre-payment required. $28, [www.decatur-parks.org] Mari-Mann Herb Farm [1405 MariMann Ln, 429.1555] 6p Wednesday, 6 Recipes for Gardening Monday Night Draft Call to register. Macon County Board Knight [228 W Main, Extension Office [3351 N 706.5373, boardknight.com] 6p President Howard Brown Blvd, 877.6042, web.extension.illinois.

8.4-8.6 edu/dmp/] 9:30-11a VBS Incrediworld Amazement Park.

Wednesday, 6 Music, crafts, refreshments. Long Robotics Demonstration Creek United Methodist Church Watch locally constructed robots [6960 E Firehouse Rd] 6:30-8:30p navigate through a field of challenges! A great activity for Tuesday, 5 families! Free with admission, 78th Annual Lantern Parade Children's Museum of Illinois Celebrate 78 years of summer [55 S Country Club Rd, 423.5437, fun at the annual Lantern Parade! cmofil.org] 10a-2p Enjoy a picnic in the park, parade, and children’s activities Wednesday Book Club at Dreamland Lake. Fairview Park We get the books and you read [422.5911] 5-9p them! To register contact the library. Barclay Public Library [220 Park Runs S Main St, Warrensburg, 672.3621, Runners of all ages are welcome barclay.lib.il.us] 10:30a at this weekly event that includes a half-mile Tot Trot, one-mile Wednesday Women Fun Run or various distances.

Gather for a relaxing evening on Participants qualify for prize the patio and enjoy pampering. drawings. $1, Fairview Park Order beverages, appetizers or [Pavilion #1, 429.3472, www. that fabulous fried chicken while decatur-parks.org] 6p exchanging stories with these interesting women! Bring a friend

or come solo and make one!

South Side Country Club [1650 Cottage Dr, 433.0834] 5-9p Summer Movie Nights Movie, popcorn, and drinks.

Parents/adult must accompany their children. Open to the public.

Free, Westminster Presbyterian Church [1360 W Main St, 428.6603, www.wpcdecatur.org] 6:30p 8.6-8.7 Dance & Drama Registration/Open House Poage Arts & Recreation Center [2020 N Oakland, 421.6648] 2-6p 8.6-8.30 Art Treasures Exhibit Celebrating collectors of fine art and aesthetic antiques in our midst, this exhibit is an eclectic mix of styles, media, and genres.

Anne Lloyd Gallery [125 N Water, 423.3189, www.decaturarts.org] 8:30a-4:30p (Mo-Fr), 10a-2p (Sa) 8.7-8.9 Blue Mound Fall Festival Bingo, fried chicken, pork chop dinner, pageant, entertainment, fun walk/run, golf outing and more. West End Boogie Project 7-10p (Fr). Wise Park [Blue Mound] Friday, 8 Car, Truck, & Motorcycle Show Enter a car, truck, or motorcycle.

Please call or go online for details. $10 (show entry fee), Krekel's [3727 N Woodford St, 692.2875, www.Cruisinroosters.org] 12-4p 10th Anniversary Celebration Dancing in the street with “Imagine That” band; food and drink; performances and displays by local arts groups, hands-on art activities and demonstrations.

Free, Madden Arts Center [125 N Water, 423.3189, www. decaturarts.org] 5-7:30p

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August Events First Friday - Gallery Walk Featured Artist: Sue Goodpaster.

Gallery 510 [160 E Main, 422.1509] 5-7:30p 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] 6-10p 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. $5, Overlook Adventure Mini Golf [2501 E Nelson Park Rd, 422.2316] 6:30-8:30p Jesse Hite Decatur Country Club [135 N Country Club Rd] 7-10p Movies in the Park Hotel Transylvania. Fletcher Park [400 S Henderson St, Mt Zion, www.mtzion.com] 8:30p 8.8-8.9 Comedy Hour Dave Dyer with Sally Brooks. $1012, Main Hangar [910 S Airport Rd, 421.7452, mainhangarrestaurant. net] 8:30p

Saturday, 9 Y Backpack Attack & Kids Fest Students K-6th in need of school supplies are welcome to pick up their supplies at the Y Backpack Attack. Children must be present to pick up supplies. Join us for games, inflatables and much more. Free, Decatur YMCA [220 W McKinley, www.decaturymca. org] 9a-1p Animal CrackersDown Under, Mate Children ages 3-5 will learn about the unique animals that call Australia home. Participants will listen to a story about a platypus, enjoy a visit from a very small marsupial, and make a lil’ joey to take home. $9-10, Scovill Zoo [71 S Country Club Rd, 421.7435, www.decatur-parks.org] 9:3010:15a & 11-11:45a Friends of Argenta Safety Day Antique police cars on display, bounce house, giveaways, food.

Fingerprinting demonstrations, A-O Fire Dept, Macon County Sheriff, A.B.A.T.E. displays and demos. Free, Prairie Park [Argenta] 10a-2p

GLAD Social Pastabilities or Ted's Garage. [gladdecatur.com] 6:30p Haunted History Tour From lost burial grounds to haunted theaters, the Haunted Decatur Tour is much more than just a run-of-the-mill ghost tour! $30, Depart from the Avon Theatre [426 N Water, haunteddecatur.com] 7p Karaoke DJ Jeff spins your favorite songs to sing! American Legion [1535 Legion Dr, 423.1411] 7-11p Fabulous Hoedads Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 8p-12a Gutterbound Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 9p-1a Perseids Meteor Shower The Perseids Shower is a fantastic meteor shower that gets its name because it appears to come from the constellation Perseus. Join us for night of star gazing. Register online. Griswold Conservation Area [9896 Meridian Rd, Blue Mound, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 10p-12a

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, Couldn't Go to Sturgis barclay.lib.il.us] 11a Coziahr H-D [150 W Marion Ave, Forsyth]

Sunday, 10 Free Community Yoga Enjoy yoga in the great outdoors.

No registration necessary. Free, Nelson Park [Pavilion #1, 422.5911, www.decatur-parks.org] 10-11:30a

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

Bridal Expo Mt Zion Convention Center [1400 Mt Zion Parkway, Mt. Zion, 679.0204, www. elegantbridalshow.com] 12-4p Bluegrass Music Jams Bring your instrument, learn a new tune or simply enjoy the musical talents of our volunteers.

Free, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 1-4p Back to School Bash End of summer celebration.

Decatur Christian School [137 S Grant St, Forsyth] 2-4p Family Science Sunday: Harvesting the Garden We will harvest our garden and make pizzas to take home.

Free with admission, Children's Museum of Illinois [55 S Country Club Rd, 423.5437, cmofil.org] 2-4p

Monday, 11 Bake Sale Central Park [Downtown Decatur] 7p Tuesday, 12 Snake & Turtle Show See, feel, and watch the resident live reptiles. Pre-register online. $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.

It’s a great time for the whole family. Antioch Christian Church [5409 E US Rt 36, 864.3444, www.accdecatur.org] 6-9p

Thursday, 14 3D Animal Archery Bring your own equipment or use ours. Rotate through life-like targets featuring turkey, deer, and bears. Basic instruction is Lauri Morvan Band provided for less experienced Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 3-6p archers. Ages 10+; register online.

Rock Springs Nature Center New Jerusalem Singers [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, Gospel Sing maconcountyconservation.org] West Decatur Church of God 5-7p [4500 W Main St] 6p Whiskey Dick Bike Hikes Prairieland A.B.A.T.E. [1901 N Bring your bike and helmet as Railroad Ave] 8p-12a we take a ride on the famous bike trail. We’ll stop along the Friday, 15 way and investigate natural Back to School Backyard Bash features. Register online. $3, Hotdogs, sno-cones, popcorn and Rock Springs Nature Center more. Stay for some awesome [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, games and an outdoor movie at maconcountyconservation.org] 8:30p. Antioch Christian Church 7-8:30p [5409 E US Rt 36, 864.3444, www. accdecatur.org] 6:30p

Are You Ready for the Outdoors Learn cool things about science. Owl prowl, astronomy, geocaching, campfire smores. $30 (4-H), $50 (non-4-H), Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 877.6042] 7p-10a Barclay's Backyard Theatre Families are invited to enjoy an evening of good, clean, entertainment at the library.

Popcorn and other snacks will be available for purchase. Attendees should bring their own blankets or lawn chairs. Free, Barclay Public Library [220 S Main St, Warrensburg, 672.3621, barclay. lib.il.us] 8p Jesse Hite The one-man band is back, and he knows how to fill a room, so get your reservations early.

Paco's Sol Bistro [237 N Main St, 330.6483] 8-11p Midnight Fishing Fish the Cattail Ponds at night.

Reservations required. Ages 8+. $5, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 10p-12a Saturday, 16 Tour de Paws 2014 Riders of all skill levels are invited to ride in one of the many bicycle divisions: 25 miles, 43 miles, 61 miles, family fun ride.

Finish line party after the race. All welcome to celebrate. Bounce house, mobile zoo, canine demonstrations. Pier 36 [2301 E Lakeshore Dr, dmcasf.org] 7a-2p

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August Events Mt Zion Pony Express 5K $16, $18 (race day), Foundation Park [West Main & Traughber Rd, Mt. Zion, www.mtzionlionsclub. com] 8a Mud Volleyball $15 (player), Pony Express Grounds [1595 W Main St, Mt Zion, mtzionoddfellows.org] 9a 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

Cruisin' Eldo Several area car clubs gather at their favorite Eldo hangouts.

[454.3531] 6p

Diamonds and Denim

Sunday, 17 Civil War Soldier Quilts Through the US Sanitary Commission's volunteer efforts about 250,000 quilts were donated, of which only 15 still exist. Hear the stories of those quilts, see reproductions, and learn about local aid efforts for Civil War soldiers. Ages 8+. Free, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 2p

This gala event includes amazing food and drinks from the street through every floor of the building plus live music, improv, a speed painter and more all evening. Ten arts-related silent auction packages and two high-end live auction items. $75, Madden Arts Center [125 N Water, Bags Blowout $40 (team), Pony Express Grounds 423.3189, www.decaturarts.org] [1595 W Main St, Mt Zion, 6-9p mtzionoddfellows.org] 2:30p

Cards Against Humanity: An Event for Horrible People This is an 18+ event; don’t let us Pre-School Peepers: corrupt your kids, please! We’re Grasshoppers going to lock down this place Children will explore the and make sure there is nobody fascinating world of grasshoppers in a mile radius to hear our night during this interactive program! of grotesque humor and screams For ages 3-5 with an adult of maniacal joy! Board Knight buddy. Register online. Free, [228 W Main, 706.5373, www.

Rock Springs Nature Center boardknight.com] 7p [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] Jesse Hite 10-11a Crawford's Pizza & Pub [105 W Main St, Maroa] 8-11p Remembrance Ride Coziahr H-D [150 W Marion Ave, Dirty Rotten Revenge!

Forsyth] 4:30p Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland, www. donnieshomespun.com] 9p-12a 8.16-8.17 Mt Zion Pony Express Days Lions Club [1595 W Main St, Mt Zion]

VooDoo Lounge Blues Band Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 3-6p Audubon Potluck Open to the public. Following the meal, Dr. Doug Brauer will present a program on Sequestration.

Bring a dish to share, your own table service, and drink. Richland Community College [National Sequestration Education Center, One College Park] 4:30p Couples/Singles Dance Band: BAM! $10, Knights of Columbus Hall [520 E North St, 875.3090, www.dancingdates. com] 5-8p Tuesday, 19 Hummingbird Festival Learn about hummingbird species, their habitats, and what plants attract them. Then, you can adopt a hummingbird, witness the banding process, and hold it in your hand to

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

release it back into the wild!

Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 4-7p Backyard Birds Learn about common backyard birds, their needs, life histories and ecological importance. $15, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 4-8p

Saturday, 23 4th Annual Soy City Open Disc golf. Divisions for all skill levels. 2 rounds of 18. Registration 7:30a-9a, Tee off 9:30a. Call to pre-register. Nelson Park [2475 E Pavillion Dr, 201.0999] 9:30a

Karaoke DJ Jeff spins your favorite songs to sing! American Legion [1535 Legion Dr, 423.1411] 7-11p

10th Annual Police & Firefighters Poker Run Sign ups from 11a-1p. $15 per rider, $10 per passenger, Coziahr H-D [150 W Marion Ave, Forsyth] 11a

Night at the Culver House Stories of Indian burial grounds, curses, mysterious fires, untimely deaths, and murder have plagued the John Culver house for decades, but ghost hunters have not been allowed to venture into the house until now! $50, The Culver House [412 W Prairie, www.bumpinthenight.net] 9p-2a

Thursday, 21 Blues in Central Park Featuring Samantha Fish. Great food, imported and domestic draft beers. Vendors open at 6p, Music 7-10p. Free, Central Park, 6-10p

Ground Squirrels vs. Stags Vintage Base Ball game held at Beautiful Trobaugh Field. Free, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 12p

Friday, 22 Women, Wine, & Wellness Free, Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza] 5-9p

Family Fun: Hammerheads Uncover the world of woodpeckers to find out about their habits, habitats, and more!

We will then hit the trails to look for this feathered wildlife!

Reservations required. Free, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 1:30p

Alzheimer's Association Bar Run 4-5 bar stops with total distance of around 4 miles. Raffle of shoe package. Fairview Park [412.0307] 6p

Hipbone Sam Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 9p-1a

Sunday, 24 Sea of Grass Hike When pioneers reached the prairies of North America, they had never seen anything like them. The grass stood up to 12 feet tall and when the wind blew, it looked like the waves of the sea! Reservations required.

Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 2-3p

Shape Note Singing Experienced singers from the Dog Days of Summer Sleepy Man Banjo Boys Charleston-Mattoon Sacred $15, Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary Live music by Kidd Kaddilac and Harp Singers will delight the K Anderson Plaza, 422.6161] 7:30p The Continentals, appetizers, public with their unique music. drinks, and silent auction.

Rock Springs Nature Center Beach House Restaurant [2301 Fireside Relics [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, E Lakeshore Dr, 876.1266, & Illinois Nationals maconcountyconservation.org] homewardboundpetshelter.com] 2-4p Lock Stock & Barrel 4-9p [129 S Oakland] 9p-1a VooDoo Lounge Blues Band Zoo-rific Evening 8.22-8.23 Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 3-6p Amazing animal encounters, Comedy Hour Wednesday, 27 circus entertainment, a street Armon Williams with Stu Xercise Lab Open House McCallister. $10-12, Main Hangar magician, “Selfie Safari,� food & beverages, and an auction under Experience Xercise Lab adult [910 S Airport Rd, 421.7452, mainhangarrestaurant.net] 8:30p the Big Top! $75, Scovill Zoo [71 S and child master classes and Country Club Rd, 422.5911, www. enter to win prizes! Free, Decatur YMCA [220 W McKinley, www. decatur-parks.org] 5p decaturymca.org] 9a-7p

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August Events Thursday, 28 Book vs. Movie Club I Am Number Four. Read the book.

Come watch the movie. After we watch the movie we will do a comparison about which one we liked better and why. 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

Finders Flea Market Come and 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] 9a-3p

Dulcimer Club Rediscover musical interests Sounds of Summer Concert and talents. Bring your Adult beverages and concessions instrument, learn a new tune available for purchase. The Live or simply enjoy the musical Karaoke Band with artist Jeff talents of our volunteers.

Markland. Free, Hickory Point Rock Springs Nature Center Golf Course [727 W Weaver Rd, [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, 422.5911, www.decatur-parks. maconcountyconservation.org] org] 7p 10a-12p Friday, 29 Fun DMC Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 9p-12:30a

Feed the Birds Build a bird feeder out of recycled goods for the bird friends in your neighborhood.

This is a great way to begin bird Saturday, 30 watching in your own backyard.

DCRM Golf Fundraiser Ages 6+. Reservations required.

4-man best ball. $100 (golfer), Rock Springs Nature Center Hickory Point Golf Course [727 [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, W Weaver Rd, 848.4323, www. maconcountyconservation.org] facebook.com/DCRM.MISSION] 8a 2-3p International Overdose Awareness Day 5K Fletcher Park [Mt. Zion, www. decaturrunningclub.com] 8-11a

Oakwood Street Festival Josh Catalano & The Dirty Thoughts, Illinois Nationals, The Driftaways, and more.

Oakland & Main [oakwooddecatur.com] 5p-12a

Sunday, 31 Nature Puppet Show Learn a little about our local creatures in this fun portrayal of the Creatures of Central Illinois! Reservations required.

Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 2-3p James Millikin Homestead Open House $2 (adult), $.50 (child), Millikin Homestead [125 N Pine] 2-4p 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] 2-4p Noah & The Back Alley Blues Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 3-6p Cruise In and Show Great vintage and newer cars and trucks. Cool music. Fun evening for the family, just Mom and Dad or Grandma and Grandpa.

Memories abound. 50/50. $5 entry fee, Four Star Restaurant and Diner [1100 N St Hwy 121, Mt Zion, 864.2817, earlyidlers.com] 4-8p 8.31-9.1 Library Book Sale Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza]

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Hometown Hospitality

Savor Small Town Life at the Blue Mound Fall Festival Written by Rachel Peabody

If you could bottle small town Americana community spirit, it would look something like a community festival—the defining weekend of every small town's annual calendar. It's the type of stuff John Mellencamp wrote about and the type of small town entertainment many Macon County residents were raised on. It's a welcome home for many, and the Blue Mound Fall Festival invites you to come join in on the community spirit August 7-9.

Come on In “It’s our long time tradition; it’s a class reunion to some; it brings families together, but most of all, it brings home everyone who at some

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point in their life has called Blue Mound home,” says Diana Ritter, co-president of this year’s event along with her husband, Tom. The three-day event is a celebration not to be missed by local residents, and there is certainly more than enough entertainment to make it worth the drive for out-of-towners. Complete with a

carnival, a parade, live entertainment, great local eats and a church service on Sunday, the fall festival has an activity to appeal to just about everyone.

This year’s event theme is “Come Fly With Me”, paying homage to the 2014 parade marshals, Jim and Joyce McCoy, who are long-time local residents and supporters who also happen to be plane enthusiasts.

Located in the convenient location of Wise Park, just one block off of Route 48, its location makes stopping at the Festival ideal for those just passing through. There’s no charge to park or enter, so just come on in and check it out.

Catch a Show Live entertainment and a variety of contests give the Fall Festival a little flair.

“We have some great acts this year,” says Diane. “We started planning as far back as Continued on page 32

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January.” On Thursday night, catch the prince & princess pageant, and on Friday, the West End Boogie Project will be the star attraction with R&B classics and hits from the ’50s and ’60s.

And if you haven’t caught a Scott Wattles and the Blue Suede Crew performance yet this summer, you have your golden opportunity on Saturday evening. Rock n’ roll in a small town setting as they play Buddy Holly and Roy Orbison hits, to name a few. The second half of their act is dedicated to Elvis Presley and will leave you saying, “Thank you, thank you very much.”

Grab a Bite Who doesn’t love some down-home, small-town food and hospitality? At the Blue Mound Fall Festival, you won’t want to miss the Friday night pork chop dinner or the Saturday night fried chicken special.

And according to Diane, several local organizations have specialties that they serve up every year. “Our Rotary has a great walleye sandwich; the Lions Club is known for rib eyes, and the local churches serve lemonade shakeups and ice cream,” she says. “It’s something a lot of our event-goers look forward to.”

Experience the Tradition “For many people, coming to the fall festival is like coming home,” says Diane. “If you’re new to the event, come check us out. Blue Mound has that welcoming small town feel, and we’re a close-knit, family-focused community.”

This year marks the 104th anniversary of the event, and Diane believes it’s the tradition of the event itself that keeps bringing generations of families back together the second weekend in August. As you could imagine, the fall festival is a favorite family tradition for the Ritter family, who has been involved with the event for years. “It’s a homecoming for many families,” she says. “I enjoy seeing children of all ages coming home for the festival, whether you’re 1 or 100.”

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