October 2016 Thrive Entertainment Guide

SPOT THE DIFFERENCE CHALLENGE: Kitchen Warriors

Zombie Outbreak Predicted for Decatur Centennial Cinema Celebrations in Downtown Decatur

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FOOD DUDE// Macon County or Little India?

SPOTLIGHT// MidState Kick Starts Soccer Fever ART SPEAK// New Conductor Makes Beautiful Music for MDSO Q&A// Jacques Nuzzo

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When we say THRIVE is a family affair, we really mean it! You’re looking at our Publisher Kat’s parents, Gary and Valerie Smalley, two of our dedicated band of delivery teams.

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And speaking of cooler weather, falling leaves and temperatures have absolutely no impact on activities around Macon County! In fact, this month you’ve got so many ideas to choose from that we had TWO WHOLE PAGES of event overflow. Of course we had to carefully curate the print version of your favorite calendar, but you can find the full, unedited enchilada online at THRIVEdecatur.com. Happy hunting! @THRIVEDecatur

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A look back at last month’s happenings

Pokemon Go on the Quad Millikin University hosted Dennis Lab School students and their family members for an evening of Pokemon Go on the Quad behind Shilling Hall. Pikachu even made an appearance and posed for photos with the PreK - 8th grade gamers.

Cocktails & Canapes The Children's Museum of Illinois hosted an adults-only garden party in honor of their new director, Amber Kaylor. The Retro Camper Photo Booth was on site catching memories, while the Museum's newest exhibit, a jumbotron lite-bright, lit up the party!

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Out & About

A look back at last month’s happenings

Autumn Art & Animal Fest Artisan booths and four-legged friends filled the streets of Argenta on September 10. Horse rides, Scovill's Mobile Zoo and a mermaid entertained guests young and old. A bags tournament and business expo rounded out the small-town event that truly had something for everyone.

Go Big Blue!

Millikin University held its first home football game of the 2016 season against Rose-Hulman Institute for Technology at Frank M. Lindsay Field on September 10. The Big Blue's next home game is during Homecoming weekend on October 1, playing North Park University at 6pm.

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217 Lounge

217 Lounge on Merchant Street hosted Nick Alexander and Noah Williams for a one-nightonly show on Thursday, September 8. This duo has been playing together in the local music scene for years and entertained the weeknight crowd with rock, pop, country, soul and blues.

Check out 217 Lounge's page on Facebook to keep up with future music events.

Finder's Market Book Fair St. Mary's Hospital hosted a book fair in the Assisi Room that was open to the public on Tuesday, September 13. Books Are Fun provided adults' and children's books, toys, outdoor and home goods, electronics and seasonal items.

Progress City was full of fun finds and delicious treats the second weekend in September. Unique vintage and handmade items filled the marketplace while the hum of a bluegrass band kept shoppers moving. Homemade ice cream and one-of-a-kind bundt cakes were just as sweet as the finds!

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THE FOOD DUDE

by T. F. DUDE

Macon County or Little India?

Over the years, Decatur’s food options have continued to grow, especially with more diverse cultural options. You know that I love trying out new foods and sharing my delicious findings with you. So the Dude headed out to Decatur’s Indian restaurants to see what they had to offer.

I checked out Tandoor over lunch on a Sunday afternoon. Tandoor resides in what was once Pastabilities downtown, and I found the environment to be open, bright and inviting. My friends and I were seated immediately, provided with a drink and then offered the buffet to partake at our leisure. If you’ve never had Indian food before, Tandoor’s buffet is a great place to start! I was able to fill my plate with a little bit of everything to see what I liked. I was happy to see that the most popular items were available in the buffet as well. My glass was never empty as we enjoyed our meal, and we were well cared for by the staff.

After my experience at Tandoor, I was eager to check out Maharani. I’ll admit, I wasn’t sure what to expect with this little restaurant inside

a Forsyth gas station. But don’t let looks deceive you—Maharani was exceptional! I was seated immediately, received friendly service and had my food within 15 minutes. The first dish the server delivered was chips and sweet chutney. It was an interesting flavor combination that was a great way to start my meal. When my order arrived, it was clear that everything was fresh cooked and made to order, and every bite was delicious! The portion sizes were perfect, and even the rice was good enough to eat on its own!

If you’re curious to try something new and experience some Indian cuisine, I would definitely recommend giving both Tandoor and Maharani a try. Tandoor’s buffet is great for the more timid food-goer who would like to dip a toe into new food. Meanwhile, Maharani is fantastic for someone who’d like to dive into Indian food with fresh, made-to-order meals. Either way, you won't be disappointed!

GET THERE: TANDOOR 134 E Main Street, Decatur Find them on Facebook

GET THERE: MAHARINI 104 US-51, Forsyth www.maharaniindiankitchen.com (online ordering available)

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

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SPOTLIGHT

MidState Kick Starts Soccer Fever MidState Soccer Club's winter season kicks off soon, continuing its mission of cultivating a passion for soccer year-round in Macon County.

Travel teams are hitting the road, and the fall league is underway for MidState’s Youth Soccer League (the non-travel league affectionately known as “missile” for MYSL). Winter programs are quickly approaching, and players of all ages can participate in indoor leagues at the DISC (Decatur Indoor Sports Center). Leagues range from Little Kritters (ages 3-4) all the way up to high school and adult. The winter program is broken into two sessions, November-December and January-February.

The organization is growing on and off the field, recently adding new Youth Soccer Trainer Sef Asheg from England and continually expanding its community outreach.

One of its more popular efforts has been partnering with Millikin Soccer for MidState Night, held this year on September 17. MidState players had the opportunity to meet players, get autographs and play a mini-scrimmage on the turf under the lights. The Millikin soccer teams have developed a natural synergy with MidState over the years. “It has helped us develop a great relationship with the community and provides 10 | October 2016

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the opportunity for young players to watch a high level of play,” says Millikin Head Men’s Soccer Coach Chad Jones. Senior Midfielder Tucker Mathieson, a top scorer and captain for the Big Blue, played for MidState and is now a captain for the organization. Young athletes look up to the players at the collegiate level, realizing they have potential to play Division 3 soccer in their own backyard one day.

Successful outreach efforts like this spur MidState to continue its mission. “MidState also has plans to create a program called Kids Soccer Adventure,” says Director Colin Bonner, “where trainers and coaches visit daycares and preschools in the community to improve children’s fine motor skills through activities related to the sport.”

MIDSTATE SOCCER For more information or to register for MidState’s winter sessions, find them on Facebook; stop by the DISC at 1295 W. Wood St., Decatur; call 429-DISC; or go to www.decatur-parks.org/mid-statesoccer-home-page/

Katie O'Riley is a freelance writer.

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ART SPEAK

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New Conductor Makes Beautiful Music for MDSO Dr. Sergey Bogza is establishing his vision for the Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra (MDSO).

The newly appointed director of the MDSO has brought the right combination of conducting and teaching to the orchestra and to the Millikin University School of Music.

With the Orchestra’s annual Labor Day Pops concert and September season-opening performance in the books, Bogza is already making the most of his opportunity to make beautiful music with a collaborative spirit.

“When people come to MDSO concerts, I think they'll be surprised,” Bogza says. “I’m trying program pieces that people can relate to and easily understand. It might sound simplistic, but simplicity is extremely difficult.”

A native of Taganrog, Russia, Bogza knew he wanted to become a musician at the age of 12. He’s now living out his passion of conducting and performing music that he hopes leaves a lasting impression on audiences.

“I've yet to find anything that compares to a moment when you realize that the music you are performing is touching and resonating with the audience,” Bogza says. “The moment transforms the audience and the performers into a single organism that experiences something that's only possible through music.”

Before leading the MDSO, Bogza was the artistic director of the Mesabi Symphony and Willmar Area Symphonic Orchestras in Minnesota and served as assistant conductor of the Symphony Orchestra at the University of Minnesota. In addition to his work on the podium, he is an internationally recognized composer and pianist.

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“Being director of the MDSO is a multifaceted position. I set the vision for the organization, select all repertoire, serve as personnel manager and work with Millikin performance faculty,” Bogza said.

The MDSO will be in the spotlight with upcoming performances on October 22, featuring guest artist Gabriel Cabezas, and on November 11.

“Guest artists are not only the orchestra's guests; they're guests for the entire city,” Bogza says.

“All guest artists whom I'm bringing this season will give concerts in public schools and teach masterclasses. This is paramount to building connections and sharing the importance of art.”

It’s safe to say that Bogza’s energy and expertise are moving the MDSO forward into a bright future.

GET THERE Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra (MDSO) decaturorchestra.com

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Zombie Outbreak Predicted for Decatur Take them out in scream-themed Tactical Laser Tag

By Beth DeBouck

It’s The Walking Dead meets Call of Duty.

Tactical Zombie Laser Tag is in its second year at The Scream Haunted Adventure, located at 680 W. Eldorado St. in Decatur. Dominate friends and strangers alike in a game of Free-for-All or High Score as you maneuver around an open warehouse-turned-Biohazard Wasteland while trying to find cover behind barriers; hazardous waste cans spilling toxic sludge; or thick, radioactive fog.

The Scream Haunted Adventure is produced by Creatures of the Night (a group of local Haunted House experts) as a fundraiser for Decatur Celebrations, Inc. More than 6,000 people attended last year’s Scream Haunted Adventure, according to Lori Sturgill, Producer/Director of Decatur Celebrations, Inc. More on page 30

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Hipbone Sam Saturday, Oct 1, 8p-12a Black Magic Johnson Sunday, Oct 2, 3-6p Biscuit Miller & The Mix Sunday, Oct 9, 3-6p Blues Challenge Saturday, Oct 15, 2p Johnny Vodka Saturday, Oct 15, 9p-1a Noah & The Back Alley Blues Sunday, Oct 16, 3-6p Peter Harper & The Midwest Kind Sunday, Oct 23, 3-6p Dave & Friends Sunday, Oct 30 3-6p 2015 Scream Photos: Curt Knapp

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Continued from page 29 “We included laser tag the last two weekends, and it was very popular, which is why we are having it all month this year,” she says.

Zombie Laser Tag will be open every Friday and Saturday from 7 to 11 pm starting September 30 through all of October. Tickets are $4 per game or $6 for two games and can be purchased on site.

“It’s something fun that parents can do with their kids,” says Lori, “or that a group of teenagers can do with their friends.”

If you do have children who get scared by Haunted Houses, they can still have some Halloween fun by playing a few rounds of Zombie Laser Tag. Justin Penrod, owner of Alpha Dog Entertainment, says the time limit for each round is three to five minutes (you get more time to play when it’s less busy).

Alpha Dog Entertainment is a mobile laser tag company out of Ludlow, Illinois, that sets up laser tag fields for birthday parties, family reunions and other special events. They’ve gone all out for this year’s Zombie Laser Tag by decorating props for the biohazard waste-land themed setting, including the hazardous metal waste cans you’ll see. They also supply the iCombat tactical laser tag equipment. Players are given realistic-looking metal paintball guns with an infrared sensor/ receiver built into where paintballs are normally fed. You won’t have to worry about burdensome vests, headbands or tangled wires messing up your costume. There are enough guns to accommodate 12 players at a time.

In addition to Scream Zombie Laser Tag, you can dare to enter the Scream Haunted House ($14 for general admission).

Haunted House-goers are forced to travel through 15,000 square feet of fright that includes “30 horrifying scenes, double vortex tunnels, a grave crawl and squeeze wall,” all while you’re trying to escape the clutches of zombies, beasts, monsters and other nightmare-inducing characters.

There’s also a Scream Haunted Warehouse Tour ($14), which guides you through abandoned portions of the warehouse rumored to be haunted. Using only flashlights, small groups can explore the cafeteria, kitchen and locker room of the old Mueller Warehouse. Both attractions are most definitely not for the faint of heart. As for special events, a Glow Light Night will be featured on October 28 and 31, when guests will be supplied with a single glow stick as they make their way through the Scream Haunted House.

More than 100 volunteers brought last year’s event to life by dressing up as costumed-characters, maintaining props and scenery, assisting with makeup and taking tickets.

Beth DeBouck is a freelance writer.

GET THERE ZOMBIE LASER TAG & OTHER SCREAM HAUNTED ADVENTURES If you’re planning on buying tickets for Zombie Laser Tag or one of the other Scream Haunted Adventures, it’s best to arrive early if you want to avoid waiting in line. Parking is free, and a snack area will be available in the waiting room if you’d like to get some soda or popcorn. Several ticketing packages are available, and if you would prefer to bypass the line for the Haunted House, you can purchase a Speed Pass for $20. Other ticketing packages include an “I’m A Screamer Pass” that gets you entrance to the Haunted House (with Speed Pass), Warehouse Tour and two games of Zombie Laser Tag for $34.

For other available ticket options, or for more information about group rates, visit the Scream Haunted Adventure website, www.decaturscream.com.

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October EVERY DAY October Art in Decatur Specific dates and times determined by each location. Blue Connection [117 N Water St], Decatur Airport [910 S Airport Rd], Decatur Area Arts Council [125 N Water St, 423.3189], Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin St], RCC: Erlanson Gallery [One College Park], Gallery 510 [160 E Main St, 422.1509, gallery510.org], MU: Perkinson Gallery [1184 W Main], Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln] Times Vary EVERY MONDAY Music & Movement A fun music program for infants (6-18 mo.) and their caregivers.

Sing interactive songs, investigate instruments, and learn sign language.

Registration required. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main St, Mt Zion] 9:30a-10a Monday Fun Run 1- or 3-mile run/walk. Free, Fleet Feet Sports [1090 W Wood St] 4p-5p Barn Colony Artists Meeting Program and photos about their recent trip to Cuba before restrictions were lifted (10.3). Watercolor demonstration with hands-on opportunities (10.10). Graphite drawing and values demonstration (10.17 & 10.24). Surprise (10.31).

Madden Arts Center [125 N Water, barncolonyartists@gmail.com] 7-9p Country Line Dance 7-8p (Class), 8-9 (Dance). $6, Knights of Columbus Hall [520 E North St] 7-9p

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Adult Indoor Soccer Open Play (begins 10.10) Enjoy casual, friendly open play.

No pre-registration required. Ages 18+. $6 (week), DISC [1295 W Wood, 422.5911, decatur-parks.org] 9-10p EVERY TUESDAY Sleepytime Tales Enjoy stories, crafts, and more. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main St, Mt Zion] 6:30-7:30p EVERY TUESDAY-THURSDAY Staley Striders XC Running Club Athletes ages 6-18. $23, Fairview Park: Tennis Center [422.5911, decaturparks.org] 4:15-5:15p EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY Baby TALK Times Free, DPL: Children's Auditorium [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary. org] 10-11a (Th), 6-7p (Tu) EVERY WEDNESDAY Toddlertime Enjoy stories, crafts, and more. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main St, Mt Zion, mtzion.lib.il.us] 9:30-10a Crazy 8s Math Club Build stuff, toss a beach ball, make sticky art, make a mess! Grades 3-5.

Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main St, Mt Zion, mtzion.lib.il.us] 3:30-4:30p Astronomy Public Observation Night (PON) Weather permitting. Telescopes focused on astronomical points of interest. Open to the public. Free, MU: Leighty-Tabor Science Center [1184 W Main St, millikin.edu] 8-10p Open Mic at Donnie's Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland, donnieshomespun.com] 9p

EVERY THURSDAY Storytime Enjoy art activities, playtime, storytime, and snacks! Ages 2-6.

Maroa Public Library [305 Garfield St, Maroa, 794.3005, maroa.lib.il.us] 10-11a Storytime Enjoy stories, crafts, and more for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main St, Mt Zion, mtzion.lib.il.us] 10-11a Adult Coloring Night Coloring pages, colored pencils, crayons and markers and light refreshments provided. 18+. Free, DPL: Staley Room [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] 6p-7p Terrifying Throwback Thursdays (10.6-10.20) Lady Frankenstein (10.6), Carnival of Souls (10.13), Puppet Master (10.20). $5, Lincoln Square Theatre [145 N Main St, lincolnsquaretheatre.com] 7-10p Open Decks Night All DJs and genres welcome. 21+.

Free, Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland, donnieshomespun.com] 9p EVERY FRIDAY Frightful Friday Night Movie (10.7-10.14) The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974) (10.7), The Frighteners (10.14). $5, Lincoln Square Theatre [145 N Main St, 706.5229, lincolnsquaretheatre. com] 7-10p Haunted Decatur Ghost Hunter's Tour (Begins 10.14) More History, more hauntings & an extra hour of spirits! $42, Lincoln Square Theatre [145 N Main St, 888.446.7858, haunteddecatur.com] 8-11p EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY Wine Tastings Free, The Decanter Fine Wines [215 N Main St, 422.9463, thedecanterfinewines.com] 4-7p (Fr), 1-6p (Sa)

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

Haunted Laser Tag Come get your scare on as well as play some awesome laser tag. Scream Haunted Adventure [680 W Eldorado St, decaturscream.com] 7-11p Scream Haunted Adventure See page 14 for details. $14-34, Scream Haunted Adventure [680 W Eldorado St, decaturscream.com] 7-11p

Spooky Saturday Cinema (10.8-10.22) Young Frankenstein (10.8), The Ghost and Mr Chicken (50th Anniversary) (10.16), The Phantom of the Opera (10.22). $5, Lincoln Square Theatre [145 N Main St, 706.5229, lincolnsquaretheatre.com] 7-10p

Super Saturday Recess (begins 10.22) Youth ages 4-11 enjoy an active morning with inflatables, scooters, Extended Paranormal Warehouse Tour basketball, tumbling, and more! No You and a small group of explorers registration necessary. Parent must tour the basement and entire be present. $4, DISC [1295 W Wood, haunted house including the eerie 422.5911, decatur-parks.org] 10a-12p remains of a once-buzzing cafeteria, kitchen, and locker room of the EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY old Mueller factory. Reservations Homestead Prairie Farm Open Required. $60, Scream Haunted Visit one of the few remaining Adventure [680 W Eldorado St, log-houses in Macon County that decaturscream.com] 11p-3a still stands on its original location.

For all ages. Free, Homestead Prairie EVERY FRIDAY-SUNDAY Farm [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, Boo at the Zoo (begins 10.14) maconcountyconservation.org] 1-4p Celebrate a safe Halloween with fun for the entire family! Hundreds EVERY SUNDAY of Jack-o'-lanterns will guide you Haunted History Downtown through the spooky treat stations.

Walking Tour (Begins 10.16) Take a ride on the Fright Night Walking tour of downtown Decatur's Express and the Endangered Species most haunted locations with places Carousel. $4.75 (collecting treats), NOT included on ANY of our bus $3.75 (not collecting treats), Scovill tours! Departs from the Lincoln Zoo [71 S Country Club Rd, 422.5911, Square Theatre. $22, Lincoln Square decatur-parks.org] 5:30-8p (Fr), 3-8p Theatre [145 N Main St, 888.446.7858, (Sa, Su) haunteddecatur.com] 8-10p EVERY SATURDAY Central Park Farmers Market Free, Central Park [428.2800] 8a-12p

9.30-10.1 Illinois Trappers Association Annual Convention 100+ vendors. New attractions, Haunted History Bus Tour activities for kids. Demonstrations Our chilling bus tour of haunted sites include grading raccoons, grading all over the city of Decatur! Departs beaver and beaver castor, how to from the Lincoln Square Theatre. $32, handle fur, information on bobcat Lincoln Square Theatre [145 N Main season, and fur marketing. Chicken St, 888.446.7858, bumpinthenight. fry (Fr 6:30p). Open to the public. net] 8-10p Free tour of Hieronymus Mueller and A.E. Staley Museums (Sa). Advance DJ Philbilly Playing country, rock, top 40, motown registration encouraged for tour. and dance. Free, Feeling Lucky [3775 Free, Macon County Fairgrounds [3700 N Westlawn Ave, 522.2338, N Woodford] 10p illinoistrappersassociation.com] 8a-6p

9.30-10.2 Millikin University Homecoming Millikin University [1184 W Main, 424.6383, millikin.edu/alumni-friends/ events/homecoming] SATURDAY, 1 MU Men's Golf vs Hopkins Golf Collegiate Classic Country Club of Decatur [135 N Country Club Rd, athletics.millikin. edu] 8:30a-12p Walk to End Alzheimer's Come out and have fun, while raising awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support, and research!

Registration (8:30a), ceremony (9:30a), walk (10a). Fairview Park [1640 W Monument Hill Dr, 801.9352, tarnold@ alz.org] 8:30a-12p Family Open House Family activities, tours, giveaways, refreshments, and drawings for free memberships and programs.

Free, Decatur Family YMCA [220 W McKinley, decaturymca.org] 9a-12p MU Women's Soccer vs Elmhurst College MU: Frank M Lindsay Field [1184 W Main St, athletics.millikin.edu] 12-2p Not Your Ordinary Mixer Millikin off-campus Homecoming event. African-American Cultural Museum [235 W Eldorado, africanamericancultural.org] 12-1p The Jam Tom Petty's Runnin' Down a Dream.

Storm is signing up musicians to come together again, as one. Rain location - Decatur Masonic Temple.

After-party at Sliderz. Central Park [decaturradio.com] 12-4p Historic Bethel School Open See what going to school was like in the early 20th century at this historic one-room schoolhouse. For all ages.

Free, Friends Creek Conservation Area [13734 Friends Creek Park Rd, Argenta, 423.7708] 1-4p

October Officer Robin Vogel 5K Nelson Park [2475 E Pavilion Dr, facebook.com/RobinVogel5K/] 2p MU Men's Soccer vs Elmhurst College MU: Frank M Lindsay Field [1184 W Main St, athletics.millikin.edu] 2:304:30p Big WOW and Big Bow-WOW Short speech about Wilson's disease followed by a 2-mile walk. Shirts, dog bandannas and water bottles available. $5-25, Spitler Woods State Park [705 Spitler Park Dr, Mt Zion, 520.9226, eventbrite.com/e/ big-wow-decatur-illinois-2016tickets-25753741133] 3-6p West End Boogie Project Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 4-7p Blues, Brews and BBQ Festival PT's BBQ, macaroni and cheese, amateur BBQ judging, Retro Camper Photo Booth, and music by Riverbottom Nightmare Band. Cash bar. 21+. $20, Holy Family Catholic School [2400 South Franklin Street Road, 423.7049, hfcschool.org] 5:3010:30p

Macon Speedway Racing Macon Speedway [205 N Wiles St, Macon] 7-9p Hipbone Sam Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 8p-12a Brothers Down Band Free, Feeling Lucky [3775 N Woodford] 9p New City Road Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p-1a The Hawk Grindstaff family punk power trio!

Doors open 9p, show 10p. Free, Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland] 10p-1a 10.1-10.2 Greenwood Cemetery Walking Tour Actors in period costumes , including Hieronymus Mueller, James Millikin, Dr. William Barnes, and William Crissey. Chairs provided. Parking at George Coates Park, shuttle provided.

10a, 1:30p (Sa), 1p (Su). Greenwood Cemetery [606 S Church St, facebook. com/Greenwood-Cemetery-DecaturIllinois-106976936023491] 10a-12p

Headshot A surrealistic audition has a group of actors wondering what the invisible Annual Trivia Challenge Teams of 6-8. Categories include local yet omnipotent directors might be seeking and what may be required of trivia, sports, song intros and more.

50/50 raffle, prizes available. Food and them. The fierce competition among cash bar available. Everyone welcome. them, however, makes the goal of $10, RCC: Shilling Center [One College winning take precedence over all else. MU: Albert Taylor Theatre [1184 Park, 875.7211, ext. 6217] 6-9p W Main St] 7-9:30p MU Football vs North Park University SUNDAY, 2 MU: Frank M Lindsay Field [1184 W Pioneers, Patriots and Inventors: Main St, athletics.millikin.edu] 6-8p A Brief History of Decatur Strut & Shop: A Girl's Night Out Encounter leading local citizens Modeling class, fashion show, and in military service, public service, shopping! $5, The Dance Centre [3163 agriculture, and technology, N. Woodford] 6-8:30p including General Pugh and Jane Johns. No registration required.

Free, Rock Springs Conservation Area [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 2p-3p

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Black Magic Johnson Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 3-6p Millikin Faculty Recital Series: The Garni Trio Tina Nicholson (oboe), Laurie Glencross (flute), & Claire Taylor (bassoon) present the recital "Blatantly Baroque". Open to the public. Free, MU: Kaeuper Hall [1184 W Main St, millikin.edu] 4-5:30p Decatur Adult Hockey Association Open skate. Free, Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza, 620.4803, decaturadulthockey.com] 4:45-7:45p Open Mic Night Hosted by Robbie Mitchell. Bottoms Up [4380 W Main St] 5p-12a TUESDAY, 4 Sports Sampler Kids ages 2-5. T-ball, basketball, tumbling, running, and more!

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Tuesdays thru 11.8. $36, DISC [1295 W Wood, 422.5911, decaturparks.org] 10-10:40a Yoga Free, DPL: Madden Auditorium [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] 11a Healthy Eating Through the Aisles With all the food choices in stores, learn more about picking healthy options, reading labels, and planning meals as you move through the aisles.

County Market [1135 W Grand Ave, 877.6042, go.illinois.edu/dmp] 5:30-7p MU Men's Soccer vs Greenville College MU: Frank M Lindsay Field [1184 W Main St, athletics.millikin.edu] WEDNESDAY, 5 Greater Decatur Chamber Breakfast $15 (adv), $20 (door), The Decatur Club [158 W Prairie, 422.2200, decaturchamber.com] 7-8a

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

Book Discussion Barclay Public Library [220 S Main St, Warrensburg, 672.3621, barclay.lib. il.us] 10:30a

FRIDAY, 7 WSOY Community Food Drive Kroger (Airport Plaza) [1818 Airport Plaza] 6a-6p

Books Between Bites Tim Rapson shares about his family of readers. Free, DPL: Madden Auditorium [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] 12:15-1p

DMH Farmers' Market Cafe DMH [2300 N Edward St] 10a-2p

Pancake & Sausage Breakfast Sponsored by Mt Zion Les Femmes & You've Got Male. Mt Zion High School [315 S Henderson St, Mt. Zion] 7:30-11:30a

Sand Creek Trail Run 4- and 7-mile trail run. $25, Sand MU Women's Volleyball vs Creek Conservation Area [4000 Westminster College (MO) S Franklin Street Rd, 972.1885, MU: Griswold Center [1184 W Main St, pranschkej@yahoo.com] 8a-2p athletics.millikin.edu] 4:30-6p Wednesday Women Wear your witch's hat! New women Decatur Frontiers Community Walk First Friday Gallery Walk welcome! RSVP jccaulkins@aol.com. to Stop Diabetes Visit the three downtown Decatur Paco's Sol Bistro [237 N Main] 5-9p For the education, treatment galleries (Madden Arts Center, Blue & prevention of diabetes. Free, Connection, Gallery 510) to see great Fairview Park [1640 W Monument THURSDAY, 6 art, enjoy live music, munch tasty hors Hill Dr, 451.6753, tstonz@aol.

Community Leaders Breakfast d'oeuvres, and sip a complimentary Mack Dryden. $16, Decatur com, main.diabetes.org/goto/ beverage. Free, Various [ Decatur, Conference Center & Hotel [4191 US decaturfrontiers2016] 9-11a 423.3189, decaturarts.org] 5-7:30p 36 W] 7-9a Open Jar Pickleball Tournament Community Forum: The Decatur Craft Brew Festival Open doubles tournament. $20 Building a Nature-Rich Community 80+ craft beers and ciders, good grub, (team), Cresthaven Park [660 W Arthur music, a stellar silent auction and One that tunes in to the value of Port, decatur-parks.org] 9a-12p more! Ticket includes 4 beer samples, nature and utilizes it to strengthen appetizers & 1 souvenir tasting glass. Sav-Mor Pharmacy Health Fair & our community. Open to the public.

No reservation required. Free, Kirkland Limited VIP tickets are available.

Customer Appreciation Day $10-50, Doherty's Pub & Pins [242 Fine Arts Center [1184 W Main, Health Screenings, vendors and 423.7708, maconcountyconservation. E William St, 875.8880, eventbrite. drawings. Food available. The Great com/e/the-decatur-craft-beerorg] 3:30-5p Pumpkin Decorating Fundraiser festival-tickets-26879577540] 5-8p to benefit the Scharf Family in Mt. AACGS Meet & Greet Zion. $5 per pumpkin. Categories African-American Cultural MU Women's Volleyball include cutest, scariest, MTZ spirit Museum [235 W Eldorado, africanvs Greenville College and people's choice. Mt Zion Sav-Mor americancultural.org] 5:30-6:30p MU: Griswold Center [1184 W Main St, Pharmacy [1410 Village Parkway, athletics.millikin.edu] 7-8:30p Mt. Zion, 864.0910, cridenour@ Dennis Lab School Annual Fall Festival cmsdecatur.com] 9a-1p Carnival games, food, and fun! Games 10.7 & 10.8 cost $0.10 to play and food is all Comedy Hour 2nd Saturday Book Sale under $1. Shop the Scholastic Book Special guest Dr T, featuring Jaime Free, Decatur Public Library [130 N Fair while there and donate to the Utley & headlined by Danny Franklin, 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] WSOY Food Drive. Dennis Lab School Browning. $10 (adv), $12 (day of ), 9:30a-12:30p [1499 W Main St, 521.1479, facebook. Main Hangar Restaurant [910 S com/DennisLabSchool] 5:30-7:30p Airport Rd, mainhangarrestaurant.net] Art of Fear 8:30-10p Do you love all things horror? Guests MU Institute for Science from horror shows such as The Richard Louv, Author of Last Child SATURDAY, 8 Walking Dead and FaceOff, art vendors, in the Woods. Open to the public.

Meridian Road Athletics 5K food vendors, a fear-themed gallery No tickets or reservations required.

Come out for a fun morning with display and so much more. Heroic Kirkland Fine Arts Center [1184 W friends and family and support the Age Art Center [135 S Henderson, Mt Main, 424.6392, millikin.edu] 7:30p athletes of Meridian High School and Zion, artoffear.org] 10a-6p Middle School ! $30, Meridian High School [728 S Wall, Macon] 7:15-9a

October Dulcimer Club Music Enjoy live music. Free, Rock Springs Conservation Area [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation. org] 10a-12p Book Discussion Barclay Public Library [220 S Main St, Warrensburg, 672.3621, barclay.lib. il.us] 11a 30th Annual Christmas in October Parade of motorcycles, police/fire escort, bags tournament, live auction and entertainment. Prairieland A.B.A.T.E. [1901 N Railroad Ave] 1-5p MU Women's Tennis vs North Central College Fairview Park: Tennis Center [1640 W Monument Hill Dr, athletics.millikin. edu] 1:30-3:30p

Bluegrass Mackville Free, Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 3:30-5:30p

Wonder Bread Years A fresh and funny salute to Americana starring Pat Hazell (former Seinfeld writer) is a fast-paced, hilarious Saturday Music production that walks the line Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 4-7p between standup and theater. From sitting at the kids' table to riding Chasing Away the Blues in the back of the Country Squire Celebrating 60 years in the Decatur community. Cocktails, silent auction, Wagon, this show is a comic bullseye dinner, recognition and presentations. for Baby Boomers everywhere. $100, Scovill Banquet Facility [3909 W $20-35, $5 (school age), Kirkland Fine Main St, 420.4801, lrisby@heritagenet. Arts Center [1184 W Main, 424.6318, millikin.edu/kirkland] 2-4p org, heritagenet.org] 6-10p 2016 Owl Prowl Meet several species of Illinois owls.

Hike through different habitats to meet more owls. $10 (adult), $5 (student), Free (under 7), Illinois Raptor Center [5685 W Hill Rd, illinoisraptorcenter.org] 6:30-9p

Dennis Trivia Night Trivia, fun, and other games. Teams up Fletcher Park Kids Club to 10 people. Ages 21+. $100 (team), Pumpkin games, two classic cartoons, The Decatur Club [158 W Prairie, and music. $4 (adults), $1 (children), 424.3236] 7-10p Fletcher Park: Recreation Center [400 Blake Harned & Wreckless Whiskey S Henderson St, Mt Zion, 864.5424, $4, Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S mtzion.com] 2-4p Oakland] 9p-1a Heirloom Garden Open House The Mix Drop by for a garden open house Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p-1a to discover the circa 1860 heirloom vegetable and herb gardens. See SUNDAY, 9 what you can grow in the fall Bluegrass Music Jam and how to prepare a garden for Bring your instrument or just winter and spring. No registration enjoy the music. For all ages. required. Free, Homestead Prairie Free, Rock Springs Conservation Farm [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, Area [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 2-4p maconcountyconservation.org] 1-4p Jazzy Oktoberfest Tree Walk Entertainment by the Gaslight Tour the park at your own pace, Squares Band from St. Louis. $20, The whether that's walking, biking or Decatur Club [158 W Prairie, 546.1363, hopping a ride on the free trolley. Pick juvaejazz.com] 2-5p up an identification guide and map at the main pavilion showing more than 80 species of trees. Light refreshments served; no registration required.

Fairview Park [1640 W Monument Hill Dr, 877.6042, web.extension.illinois. edu/dmp] 2-4p

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Biscuit Miller & the Mix Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 3-6p Youth Encounter Central Illusionist Bryan Drake. Tabernacle Baptist Church [650 N Wykles Dr, tbc. church] 3-5p Just Flicks: Voices Refreshments provided. Discussion follows. Central Christian Church [650 W William] 6-8p MONDAY, 10 School's Out Day Camp at the DISC Play games and take a great field trip!

Ages 5-14. $38, DISC [1295 W Wood, 422.5911, decatur-parks.org] 6:30a-6p Storybook Adventure Preschool Activity: Planting a Rainbow Listen to a story and participate in art activities. Ages 2-5. $7, Johns Hill Center [601 S Jasper, 422.5911, decatur-parks.org] 10-10:40a TUESDAY, 11 MU Institute for Science Entrepreneurship Speaker Series Norman Oberto, Chairman and Owner, Imperial Plastics. Open to the public. No tickets or reservations required. MU: Richards Treat University Center [1184 W Main St, 424.6392, millikin.edu] 8a-5p Mini Camp: Seeds Discover how nature prepares for winter by creating seeds. Children will find out what makes seeds and where we find them. For ages 3-5

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

with an adult buddy. Register online

by October 10. $10, Rock Springs Conservation Area [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation. org] 9:30-10:30a

Decatur Camera Club Visit with local photographers.

Rock Springs Conservation Area [3939 Nearing Ln, maconcountyconservation.org] 6-8p

DPL Graphic Novel Club Seconds by Bryan Lee O'Malley. Free, DPL: Staley Room [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] 6:30-7:30p

4 on the Floor Your favorites from the 60's and 70's. $5, VFW Post 99 [3915 N Cowgill St] 7-10p

Piano Masterclass with Timothy Ehlen Featuring Millikin piano students.

Open to the public. Free, MU: Perkinson Music Center [1184 W Main St, millikin.edu] 6:30-8p

Shades of Gray $5, Moose Lodge #684 [3190 N Woodford St] 7-10p

Annual Fall Concert Decatur Municipal Band. Tabernacle Baptist Church [650 N Wykles Dr, tbc. church] 7:30-9p WEDNESDAY, 12 Mini Camp: Seeds Ages 1-5 with an adult buddy. $10, Rock Springs Conservation Area [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 9:30-10:30a Pre-K Art Adventures: Finding Dory Paint, hear a story, play games and much more. Ages 2-5, parent must accompany child. $15, Decatur Area Arts Council [125 N Water, 423.3189, decaturarts.org] 10-11:30a Timothy Ehlen Piano Recital Masterworks by Beethoven, Chopin, and Brahms. Open to the public. Free, MU: Kaeuper Hall [1184 W Main St, millikin.edu] 7:30-9p THURSDAY, 13 Book Discussion Discuss books with fellow lit lovers!

Argenta Public Library [100 E Water, Argenta] 1:30-3:30p Sticky Fingers Drop in anytime to create a fun Halloween-themed craft! No registration required. Ages 5-12. Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main St, Mt Zion, mtzion.lib.il.us] 3:30-4:30p

Fleet Feet Sports Ladies Night Door prizes, raffles, and vendors. Free, Fleet Feet Sports [1090 W Wood St, fleetfeetdecaturil.com] 7:30-9p FRIDAY, 14 He Said, She Said Taste delicious food and support the Governor Oglesby Mansion. Fivecourse dinner served accompanied by both beer and wine. RSVP by October 5. $75 (person), The Decatur Club [158 W Prairie, rgdmkindec@aol. com] 6-9p Feudin' Hillbillies Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p-1a 10.14-10.16 & 10.21-10.23 Great American Trailer Park Life is not ideal for Jeannie and Norbert Garstecki in the Armadillo Acres Trailer Park: she's agoraphobic and he hates his job. But they've made it work for 20 years. Change is in store, though, when Norbert falls for Pippi, a stripper-on-the-run from her Magic Marker sniffing, dimwitted boyfriend Duke. Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza, facebook. com/Theatre7Decatur] 7:30p (Fr, Sa), 2p (Su) SATURDAY, 15 Golden K Flapjack Fundraiser Pancakes, bacon, beverage. Tickets available at the door or call 521-6195. $5, Applebee's [1275 S Rt 51, Forsyth] 8-10a

Crafts Cars & Cookouts Craft and vendor fair, car & motorcycle show, food cookoffs (amateurs welcome), co-ed volleyball tournament and fun for the kids.

Macon County Fairgrounds [3700 N Westlawn Ave, 358.5315] 9a-5p Halloween Hoopla Visit our cobweb castle dressed in Halloween attire, or come as you are.

Become a mad scientist, catapult a pumpkin through the sky, meet creepy crawlers, collect treats, and end the afternoon with a walk to Boo at the Zoo. $2 (member), $7 (public), Children's Museum of Illinois [55 S Country Club Rd, childrensmuseumofil.com] 10a-3p Photography Workshop Learn to capture memories and artistic shots. Explore different types of cameras. Ages 14+. Register

by October 14. Free, Rock Springs Conservation Area [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation. org] 10a-12p Shop On Main "Shares The Cat Walk" A fall fashion show benefit. Door prizes/light refreshments. Tickets purchased at Shop On Main, 407 N. Main, Decatur; 422-2674. $10, The Decatur Club [158 W Prairie, 422.2674, legsrlng@yahoo.com] 10a-12p Yoga at the Brewery Join local yoga instructor Chuckbeck. $15 (includes pint/flight), Decatur Brew Works [101 N Main ] 10:3011:30a Octoberfest Home Swim Meet Six teams from YMCA around the region and 200+ swimmers and their families take part. Decatur Family YMCA [220 W McKinley, decaturymca. org] 12-3p

October 4-H STEAM Extravaganza Youth ages 8-18 are invited to learn about science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM)!

For kids, by kids! $5 (non 4-H member), free (4-H member), U of I Extension, Macon County Office [3351 N President Howard Brown Blvd, go.illinois.edu/dmp] 1-3:45p Road to Memphis Blues Challenge Blues bands compete for the right to represent Decatur Blues Society in the International Blues Challenge held in Memphis, TN. Free, Pop's Place [4335 W Main St, 855.4262, decaturblues.org] 2-5p Harold & the Po Boys Free, Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 3:30-5:30p 360 Band Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 4p-7p Lullaby Restorative Yoga & Kirtan Yoga hOMe [2828 N Main St., Ste 102, facebook.com/yogahome] 6-7:15p (lullaby yoga), 7:30-9p (kirtan)

90s Daughter Lincoln Square Lounge [121 N Main St] 9p-12a Imagine That Band Infusion Bar & Banquet Center [2882 N Dinneen St] 9p-12:30a Johnny Vodka Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 9p-1a Jury's Out Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p-1a The Lost Dubs KaBASS, Vanilla Gorilla, Norfair, and a super secret guest. Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland, donnieshomespun.com] 9p-2a SUNDAY, 16 Handbaskets of the Home: Comparing Mid-1800s Baskets Compare/contrast types of baskets women used in the 19th century. No reg req'd. Free, Homestead Prairie Farm [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 2-4p Noah & the Back Alley Blues Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 3-6p

MU Football vs Augustana College (IL) MU: Frank M Lindsay Field [1184 W Main St, athletics.millikin.edu] 6-8p

Couples/Singles Dance Live band: BAM! $10, Knights of Columbus Hall [520 E North St, 875.3090] 5-8p

Sweethearts and Stars Bring your date to gaze up at the stars. Learn about our solar system and enjoy refreshments.

Register online by 10.14. Free, Griswold Conservation Area [9896 Meridian Rd, Blue Mound, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 7-8p

MONDAY, 17 Howlin' Halloween Children ages 2-5 enjoy learning about different holidays and seasons through hands-on crafts, games, and snacks! $7, Johns Hill Center [601 S Jasper, 422.5911, decatur-parks.org] 10-10:40a

Shades of Gray Band $5, VFW Post 99 [3915 N Cowgill St] 8-11p

Let's Talk Bacon Again Cooking Show Featuring Executive Chef Brian Pehr. $27, Mari-Mann Herb Farm [1405 Mari-Mann Ln, marimann.com] 6-8p TUESDAY, 18 Yoga Free, DPL: Madden Auditorium [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary. org] 11a

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Enjoying the Fall Colors Garden Club meeting 12:30p. 1p Elizabeth Jeffery, U of I Extension, presents what shrubs and trees you can add to your yard to bring fall beauty. Followed by hors d'oeuvres tasting. First Lutheran Church [250 W Decatur St, facebook.com/ gardenclubofdecatur] 12:30-2p MU Women's Soccer vs Illinois Wesleyan University MU: Frank M Lindsay Field [1184 W Main St, athletics.millikin.edu] 8-10p WEDNESDAY, 19 Bingo Free, Fletcher Park: Recreation Center [400 S Henderson St, Mt Zion, 864.5424, mtzion.com] 10-11a Decatur Vegetarian Society Bring a vegetarian or vegan dish to share (with ingredients written down) and your own table service and drink.

DPL staff demonstrate how to search the library catalog for vegetarian and vegan-related material. Free, Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin, 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] 6p Family Self Defense Learn basic unarmed ways to protect yourself individually and as a family.

Wednesdays thru 12.2. $40 (4 family members), $80 (non-member family), $10 (additional family member), $20 (non-member), Decatur Family YMCA [220 W McKinley, decaturymca.org] 6:15-7:15p MU Men's Soccer vs Illinois Wesleyan University MU: Frank M Lindsay Field [1184 W Main St, athletics.millikin.edu] 7-9p THURSDAY, 20 DPL Book Club Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout.

Free, DPL: Board Room [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] 1-2p

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

Outside the Lines - Adult Coloring Club Materials provided, but feel free to bring your own. Adults Only.

Barclay Public Library [220 S Main St, Warrensburg, barclay.lib.il.us] 1p Cocktails & Creations: Candle Holders Use decoupage and gluing techniques to make 3 different candle holders. Adults only. $20, Decatur Area Arts Council [125 N Water, 423.3189, decaturarts.org] 6-8p Shades of Gray Band $5, VFW Post 99 [3915 N Cowgill St] 8-11p FRIDAY, 21 LST 100th Birthday Bash Adult birthday bash! Music, snacks/ drinks, giant piĂąata, door prizes, birthday cake, tours, cool stories and selfie spots. Lincoln Square Theatre [145 N Main St, lincolnsquaretheatre. com] 7-11p Shades of Gray Band $5, VFW Post 99 [3915 N Cowgill St] 8-11p Captain Geech Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p-1a 10.21 & 10.22 Finders Market 80+ vendors from around the Midwest, offering vintage, retro, handmade, antiques, upcycled & repurposed finds, furniture, decor, fashion, food & more. $2-$5, free (12 and under), Progress City [E 6th Progress St, 454.6365] 3-7p (Fr), 9a-3p (Sa) Decatur Blaze vs Kalkaska Rhinos Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza, decaturblaze.com] 6p (Fr), 8:30p (Sa) Rocky Horror Picture Show Our annual costume bash. On our stage and on our screen! $10, Avon Theatre [426 N Water, theavon.com] 12a-2a

SATURDAY, 22 Macon County Heart Walk Fairview Park [1640 W Monument Hill Dr, heart.org] 8-11a

MU Men's Soccer vs Augustana College (IL) MU: Frank M Lindsay Field [1184 W Main St, athletics.millikin.edu] 7-8:30p

Dulcimer Club Music Enjoy live music. Free, Rock Springs Conservation Area [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation. org] 10a-12p

Scareport, Run the Runway Lace up, dress up and take-off on a 1-mile Tot Trot, 5K or 10K run on the lighted runway! After Party at the Gaitros Aviation FBO. Flashlights suggested. $25, Decatur Airport [910 S Airport Rd, 422.5911, decatur-parks. org] 6:30p (tot trot) 7-9p

Rag Doll Workshop Make and personalize your own old-fashioned rag doll. All supplies provided. All ages. Children 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Register online by 10.21.

Free, Rock Springs Conservation Area [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 10-11a

Masterworks II Gabriel Cabezas. Decatur audiences have long admired his radiance and passion. $13-16.50, Kirkland Fine Arts Center [1184 W Main, 423.3189, decaturorchestra.com] 7:30-9p

Day of the Dead Candy Skulls Decorations based on the joyful Mexican holiday, Day of the Dead, mixed media and edible decorations!

Ages 5+. Parents pay $10 with child's paid enrollment. $15, Decatur Area Arts Council [125 N Water, 423.3189, decaturarts.org] 10:30a-12p

Blake Harned & Wreckless Whiskey Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p-1a

LST 100th Birthday Open House Free, Lincoln Square Theatre [145 N Main St, 706.5229, lincolnsquaretheatre.com] 11a-3p

Moon Room Trio Funk and blues rock trio. Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland, donnieshomespun.com] 9:30p-1a

Pumpkin Painting Pumpkin painting, stories, snacks, and more! Registration required. Ages 5-12. Remember to dress for mess! Mt Zion District Library [115 W Main St, Mt Zion, mtzion.lib.il.us] 1-2p

10.22-10.23 Little Blue Basketball Camp Players ages 5-13 learn new skills in this two-day camp focusing on teamwork, dribbling, passing, and shooting. $50, DISC [1295 W Wood, 422.5911, decatur-parks.org] 10a-12p

Hitmen Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 4-7p MU Women's Soccer vs Augustana College (IL) MU: Frank M Lindsay Field [1184 W Main St, athletics.millikin.edu] 4:30-6p 360 Band Classic rock done well! $5, VFW Post 99 [3915 N Cowgill St] 7-10p

Blips Arkaid Free, Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 9p-1a Soul Purpose Timbuktu [5843 E State Rt 36] 9p-1a

Super Sidekick: The Musical Action! Adventure! Romance! Ninja Koalas! When famous superhero Blackjack the Bold is kidnapped by an evil sorcerer, it's up to his assistant, Inky, to step up and save the day!

Tickets may be purchased at the door or at Kirkland Box Office (424.6318). $6 (adult), $4 (ages 12 and under), MU: Albert Taylor Theatre [1184 W Main St] 1-2p

October SUNDAY, 23 Fall Color Hike & Craft Explore colorful autumn trails with a naturalist. Make a craft that mimics the fall colors. Register online by October 21. Free, Rock Springs Conservation Area [3939 Nearing Ln, maconcountyconservation.org] 2-3p Peter Harper & the Midwest Kind Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 3-6p Cross Country Twosome Relay Divisions in youth, adult, and parent/ child. 1-mi loop with each team member running 2 miles for a total of 4 miles. $5, $1 (tot trot), Fairview Park: Pavilion #1 [422.5911, decatur-parks. org] 4p (tot trot), 4:10p (relay) Soul'd Out Quartet Concert Free, Temple Baptist Church [1818 E. Mound Rd, 329.8558, souldoutquartet.com] 6-7p 10.23-10.31 Halloween Fun Days at Overlook Adventure Mini Golf Kids in costume golf for free with a paid adult and families of 4 golf for $20. Treat bags for ages 12 and under.

Overlook Adventure Mini Golf [2501 E Nelson Park Rd, 422.5911, decaturparks.org] 12-8p (Su), 4-8p (Mo-Th), 4-10p (Fr), 10a-10p (Sa) TUESDAY, 25 Essential Oils 101 Make-and-take feature to use with essential oils. All supplies provided.

Call to register. The Perfect Pair [266 N St Rt 121, Warrensburg, 672.8822] 8:30a DPL Non-Fiction Book Club Excellent Sheep: The Miseducation of the American Elite and the Way to a Meaningful Life by William

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Deresiewicz. Free, DPL: Board Room [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] 1-2p

Club of Decatur [135 N Country Club Rd, 423.7791, getyourgirlpower.org] 5:30-8:30p

Meet the Candidates Meet the candidates on November's ballot to share their platform and opinions on issues that affect us all.

Limited seating. Free, DPL: Madden Auditorium [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] 6p

Decatur Camera Club Visit with local photographers.

Rock Springs Conservation Area [3939 Nearing Ln, maconcountyconservation.org] 6-8p

WEDNESDAY, 26 Mt Zion Prayer Breakfast $10, Mt Zion Convention Center [1400 Mt Zion Parkway, Mt Zion, 864.2526, mtzionchamber.org] 7-8a Mini Camp: Night Campers will learn about animals who come out at night. We will see and feel furs and look for their clues outside. Ages 3-5 with an adult buddy. Register online by October 25. $10, Rock Springs Conservation Area [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 9:30-10:30a

SCORE/DPL Business Book Club Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life by Henry Cloud and John Townsend.

Free, DPL: Staley Room [130 N Franklin St, 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] 6-7p The Masters and Merlot Paint a masterpiece while having a great time. Open to all skill levels! All supplies and light snacks provided, including wine! (21 +) Registration required. $30, Gallery 510 [160 E Main, 422.1509, gallery510.org] 6-8p The Fabulous Hoedads $5, VFW Post 99 [3915 N Cowgill St, 428.6811] 7-10p

FRIDAY, 28 Early Explorers Preschool Activity: Under the Sea Dive into a world of exploration for hands-on learning and fun. Ages 2-5. $7, Johns Hill Center [601 S Family Fall Fest Jasper, 422.5911, decatur-parks.org] Trick-or-treating, free meal, live music, 10-10:40a inflatables & games. Decatur First Halloween Party Nazarene [1177 W Hickory Point Rd, Activities, games, and treats! The D1Naz.com] 6-8p first 25 kids receive a Halloween Film Club drawstring bag. Free (member), $5 DPL: Staley Room [130 N Franklin St, (non-member), Decatur Family YMCA 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] 6:30-9p [220 W McKinley, decaturymca.org] 6:30-8p THURSDAY, 27 Outside the Lines - Adult Coloring Club Color, chat and relax! Materials provided. Adults only. Barclay Public Library [220 S Main St, Warrensburg, barclay.lib.il.us] 2-3p

Mini Camp: Night Ages 1-5 with an adult buddy. $10, Rock Springs Conservation Area [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708] 9:30-10:30a

Live at the Lincoln Square Theatre: Gallagher-For the Final Time That's right, the one and only Gallagher! $15-55, Lincoln Square Theatre [145 N Main St, 706.5229, Diamonds & Desserts Dinner and culinary competition with lincolnsquaretheatre.com] 7p (doors local chefs creating desserts inspired open), 8-11p

by Girl Scout cookies. $50, Country

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

JWA Trivia or Treat!

Teams compete for fun and prizes.

Costume and table decorating contest. Ages 21+. $120 (team of 8), $60 (team of 4), Decatur Masonic Temple [224 W William St, juniorwelfare.com] 7:30-11p

Halloween Party Music, best costume giveaway, drink specials. $5, Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 7p-1:30a

Johnny Peers and Muttville Comix A show for the whole family and the dog lover in all of us! $20 - $15 - $10 School Age $5, Kirkland Fine Arts Center [1184 W Main, 424.6318, millikin.edu/kirkland] 2-4p

The Conjuring 2 $5, Lincoln Square Theatre [145 N Main St, lincolnsquaretheatre.com] 7p Tour the Oglesby Mansion The Fabulous Hoedads Tour the restored home of Illinois (doors open), 8-10p Governor Richard J. Oglesby and $5, VFW Post 99 [3915 N Cowgill St, MU Men's Soccer vs Carroll University encounter the lives of its family 428.6811] 8-11p MU: Frank M Lindsay Field [1184 W members and explore their late 1800s SATURDAY, 29 Main St, athletics.millikin.edu] 7:30-9p lifestyle. $2, Oglesby Mansion [421 W Thunder Thighs 5K Run/Walk William, 429.9422, oglesbymansion.

Halloween at the BUK! Breakfast/lunch available for org] 2-4p Always a great party, come dressed purchase. Proceeds benefit Macon for the event. Imagine That Band.

Resources Inc. $30, Forsyth Park [501 5K Zombie Run Forsyth Park, Forsyth, facebook.com/ Timbuktu [5843 E State Rt 36] 9p-1a Outrunning a hungry zombie might events/601103130066852] 9a-1:30p be harder than you think. $25, Forsyth Halloween Party Park [501 Forsyth Park, Forsyth, Dress-up in your favorite costume Preschool Peepers: Bug-Eating Bats and come out to party. Feeling Lucky facebook.com/bergnersforstjude] 3p Discover what bats eat, how they [3775 N Woodford ] 9p-1a move, and where they live. Ages 3-5 ACC's Trunk or Treat Festival with an adult buddy. Register online Food, games & prizes, a hayride, and X-Krush

by October 28. Free, Rock Springs lots of amazing trunks. Bring your Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p-1a Conservation Area [3939 Nearing Ln, costumes, your candy bucket, and 423.7708, maconcountyconservation. SUNDAY, 30 your friends. Free, Antioch Christian Fall Harvest Festival & org] 10-11a Church [5409 E US Rt 36, 864.3444, Creepers of the Earth Trail Walk accdecatur.org] 3-5p MU Football vs Carthage College Crafts, pumpkin rolls, and a childMU: Frank M Lindsay Field [1184 W sized straw maze. Learn basic archery Dave & Friends Main St, athletics.millikin.edu] 1-3p and take aim at lifelike 3D targets ($3 Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 3-6p fee). Creepers of the Earth trail walk.

Boardgamathon DAMTA Piano Duet Recital See costumed interpreters and hear Games such as Dread, Betrayal Local piano students of all ages legends about creatures of the forest, perform piano duets. Free, MU: at House on the Hill, Zombicide, ponds, and prairies. Tour every 30 Shadows of Brimstone, and Dead of Kaeuper Hall [1184 W Main St, damta. min. For all ages. Register online for Winter. Entry fee covers dinner and net] 4-5p snacks. $10, Hidden Lair [1460 N State the guided walk by October 28. $2 Trunk or Treat (6+), Free (5 and under), Rock Springs Highway 121, Mt. Zion, thehiddenlair.

Conservation Area [3939 Nearing Ln, Bounce house, hay rides, & tons of com] 3p-1a 423.7708, maconcountyconservation. candy. Rain or shine. Dinner 6-7p.

Tabernacle Baptist Church [650 N Sliderz Saturday org] 1-4p Wykles Dr, tbc.church] 4-6:30p Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 4-7p Staley Museum Open House Harvest Party & Chili FEASTival MONDAY, 31 $3 (adult), $1 (under 18), Staley New Vision Urban Ministries [550 N Harvestfest Museum [361 N College St, Van Dyke St] 5-8p Fun, giveaways, food, giveaways. staleymuseum.com] 1-4p Trunk or Treat. 2-6 Grades. Rain MU Women's Soccer vs James Millikin Homestead Open House or shine. Heartland Community Carroll University $2 (adult), $.50 (children), Millikin Church [3253 N Brush College Rd, MU: Frank M Lindsay Field [1184 W Homestead [125 N Pine, 521.0280] heartlandcc.net] 6-8p Main St, athletics.millikin.edu] 5-7p 2-4p

Centennial Cinema Celebrations in Downtown Decatur By: Caitlin Loethen

There’s no business like show business, as two locally owned downtown institutions can attest.

It’s an epic autumn for Decatur, with both the Avon Theatre and the Lincoln Square Theatre reaching a milestone of epic proportions when they turn 100.

THE AVON THEATRE On November 28, 1916, the Avon Theater experienced its opening night with a full house of moving picture goers. As successful as the Avon first was, its doors closed, and the movie theatre was eventually left abandoned. Thankfully, the theatre has changed hands and undergone major renovations. Self-professed Head Honcho Skip Huston and his current administration have racked up 18 consecutive years of operations. When he took over in 1999, there was no manual for how to run a theatre successfully: “[We had] to make it up as we went along.” His methods have definitely served the Decatur community well as he diligently works to bring not only blockbuster movies but also critically acclaimed movies and independent films that only limited theaters are able to show.

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100th Anniversary at the Avon General Manager Ashley Petty couldn’t be more pleased to be at the helm of the Avon’s 100th.

“My first date at 16 was at the Avon,” she says.

“My prom was held here—at the time it was the ballroom. The Avon has been a constant for me and the community—it’s always been here. Now, I’m the GM for its 100th anniversary.”

With the actual anniversary celebration under wraps, Skip does divulge, “The Avon is planning something very special for the 100th anniversary.”

Another anniversary Huston would like to point out: On October 1, the Avon Twins Annex will be celebrating its 12th anniversary. With lots of reasons to celebrate, you might want to grab a bag or two of the Avon’s renowned popcorn and join the jubilations.

Decatur Airport October 22

6:30 p.m. Tot Trot 7 p.m. 5K and 10K

$25 ($30 on race day) Register at ACTIVE.com, visit the DISC or call 429-3472.

910 S Airport Rd, Decatur, IL

THE LINCOLN SQUARE THEATRE Nicknamed “Decatur’s Oldest Theatre,” the Lincoln Square Theatre opened a month before the Avon on October 27, 1916. Like the Avon, the Lincoln has experienced its own shares of ups and downs and had actually been closed for many years. “That 100-year mark is very emotional for everyone on this board, and it’s very emotional for me,” says Board President Adam White. He’s been with the theatre for 10 years starting as a security volunteer and has seen the theatre through the toughest times, when they didn’t think it would be able to stay open. “My dream is to keep this theatre alive, keep this jewel of downtown Decatur alive, to keep making new history to add to past history,” he says. “I can say as long as I am here with this great board, we will keep this theatre alive.”

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Gallagher and the 100th Anniversary The prop comic known as Gallagher is bringing his “Jokes on You Tour” to the stage on October 28 to help celebrate this momentous occasion for the Lincoln. Gallagher’s show is also one of his final stops before he exits stage left and enters into his retirement. Doors will open at 7 pm, and the show’s start time is scheduled for 8 pm, with tickets available online via the Lincoln’s website or at the door.

A week before Gallagher’s performance, the Lincoln will host its 100th birthday party on Friday, October 21. “This theatre is here for the community, so we are doing this to say ‘thank you’,” says Adam. Check the website for updated information on the scheduled birthday party.

The Lincoln’s motto, “When you restore a theatre, you return to a city part of its pride,” is a testament to the wills of both the Avon Theatre and the Lincoln Square Theatre. So come on out and show your Decatur pride by basking in the glory of their well-earned 100th birthdays.

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JACQUES NUZZO Photo: Alida Duff Sullivan

Fall means migration, an optimum time for watching birds of all feathers. It’s also time for the Illinois Raptor Center’s Owl Prowl, so who better to tip us off to the County’s awesome autumn activities than Program Director Jacques Nuzzo?

We asked him for an insider’s tips.

FAVORITE THING TO DO IN MACON COUNTY DURING AUTUMN Mainly bird watching. Migration is starting, and it's amazing to see what birds are passing through Macon County. People wouldn't believe what comes through here, even in downtown Decatur (where I live).

FAVORITE FALL DATE NIGHT ACTIVITY IN MACON COUNTY I love camping this time of year. I’m a tree climber and have several types of tree platforms that can be camped in. Camping in a tree at night listening to owls and other creatures, and then waking up and rappelling down to the ground to have coffee and breakfast combine for an awesome experience.

MOST UNEXPECTED THING ABOUT THE RAPTOR CENTER People often bring something out, or see us on a program, and are in disbelief that we are here in Macon County. Even though we have been here for over 20 some years, it’s not uncommon to hear, “I've never even heard of this place, and I’ve lived here all my life.”

WHY THE RAPTOR CENTER IS GREAT FOR MACON COUNTY It's a one-of-a-kind facility built right here in Macon County. We take in birds from all over the state. We do programs in this state and others. We are making wonderful discoveries through our partnership with Millikin University and our research projects. We are the largest raptor facility that has its own land and facilities in the state of Illinois.

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MOST EXCITING PART OF THE RAPTOR CENTER Nothing is ever constant. There might be slow days… Then it can just become as thrilling as a call from the state on an injured bald eagle on a river somewhere and we have to go find it.

WHY HOST THE OWL PROWL The IRC Owl Prowl (OP) is the single most successful program we have ever had. Owls can be kind of mysterious, and the OP is a great way to meet almost every kind of owl that is in or passes through Illinois up close and personal. You can also see them in the habitats that they are found in.

If it's a good night, our wild resident barred owls drop by for a visit and will converse with me (hooting), which is always fun and exciting.

WHAT CAN PEOPLE EXPECT AT THE OWL PROWL A nice fall night hike on a beautiful piece of property right here in Macon County. Several species of live owls will be met, and hopefully a few wild ones will drop in for a visit. Everything you want to know about owls and their natural history will be talked about that night.

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