Events of Central IL
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Mon 3/4/24 to Tue 4/30/24
Forrest
Forrest
Library Bingo
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Mon 3/4/24 to Tue 4/30/24
Forrest
Forrest
Library Book Treasure Hunt
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Mon 4/1/24 to Tue 4/30/24
Dwight
Dwight
DEA Event
12 Months till Christmas
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Mon 4/1/24 to Tue 4/30/24
Fairbury
Fairbury
Dominy April Events
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Sun 4/28/24
Dwight
Dwight
Spaghetti Dinner
Fundraiser
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Mon 4/29/24 to Thu 5/2/24
Pontiac
Pontiac
Food Pantry
Salvation Army/United Way
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Tue 4/30/24
Dwight
Dwight
Library Event
How RT 66 Paved the Way
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Wed 5/1/24
Dwight
Dwight
1st Wednesday of Each Month
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Lost in Time
Expires 05/05/2024
FREE Coffee or Soda with a Piece of Pie with an Entrée
The Small-Town Eatery with Homemade Baked Goods!
We Welcome Locals and Friends from Afar!
Not Valid with any other Offer.
www.lostintimeinc.com - (815) 692-2100
Thu 5/2/24
Dwight
Dwight
Library Adult Craft Night
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Grand Prairie Station
Delicious Food with Local Sources! Small Diner. with Curbside Pickup Available as well!
Look at the Facebook Page for Specials, Hours, and more of what is happening On The Prairie!
Come in and enjoy!
The Spotted Owl
We are a locally owned, small town Boutique offering . . .
Women's clothing
Jewelry
Accessories
Home Decor
and More!
www.shopthespottedowl.com
(815) 692-1201
Fri 5/3/24
Buckley
Buckley
Paint Party
Fundraiser
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Fri 5/3/24 to Sat 5/4/24
Chenoa
Chenoa
City Wide Garage Sales
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Dos Fuentes
Know This: There are other Choices!
Taco Bar to Go
Catering
Specials of the Day
Wonderful Mexican Dining!
Experience a Premier Family Owned and Operated Establishment.
Try it once to become a regular customer!
Once n Again
Shop or consign preowned name brands for your entire family!
Shop In-store and Online
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Edna Steidinger, CFP®
www.the-financial-center.com
Call (815) 692-6615
Securities and Investment Advisory Services Offered Through Commonwealth Financial Network - Member FINRA/SIPC a Registered Investment Advisor Fixed Insurance Products and Services Offered by CES Insurance Agency
Serving:
Agricultural
Commercial
Industrial
Residential
Although we have grown to specialize in ag-related projects, we are licensed to provide residential, commercial and industrial electrical services.
We understand that details are critically important in the electrical business. Commitment to quality & attention to details is what sets us apart.
Stone Seed
Farmers! Let’s bring your vision to life.
We live here. We farm here.
Stone Seed knows Illinois because
we live and farm here too.
At Stone Seed, we’re committed to helping farmers find success — however they define it.
With locally tested products that offer consistent performance, we’ll help you make the choices that move you toward your goals.
Pontiac Recycling
We BUY your JUNK!
Serving Individuals. Industrial Pickup. Farmers.
Aluminum Cans
Household “Stuff”
Steel/Metal
Newspapers
Magazines
Old Appliances
Copper
Brass
Tin
Anything Aluminum
State Farm - Greg Kurtenbach
There when things go wrong.
Here to help life go right.
Call or Visit us to see how we can help you.
www.gregkinsurance.com
Fri 5/3/24 to Sat 5/4/24
Dwight
Dwight
VFW Buddy Poppy Days
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323 Design Team
Visit Our 323 Design Team Showroom
Featuring the following:
Commercial Casework
Countertops
Residential Cabinetry
Custom CNC Solutions
Closet & Garage Concepts
Farm Chemical and Fertilizers!
Adjuvants
Fungicides
Insecticides
Fertilizer
Fertilizer Additives
Micronutrients
Seed Treatment
Call (815) 304-6687 for Your Application Needs!
Sat 5/4/24 to Sun 5/5/24
14 Communities Along Route 66
14 Communities Along Route 66
Red Carpet Corridor Events Schedule
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Maxwire Internet
FAST and RELIABLE wireless internet!
Check out if YOU can get coverage from this outstanding provider!
Custom Home Building, General Contractor
Remodeling, Design Services
(815) 692-2909 or (815) 419-8672
Sat 5/4/24
Chatsworth
Chatsworth
Family Days
1st Saturday of each Month~2024
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Sat 5/4/24
Dwight
Dwight
Route 66 Corridor Event
Back Yard Burger Competition
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Sat 5/4/24 to Sun 5/5/24
Dwight
Dwight
FFA Plant Sale Fundraiser
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Odell (Village)
Welcome to the Village of Odell!
Odell is an award winning community in the heart of historic Route 66 with 19th century architecture.
It is a safe, healthy, and vibrant place to raise a family, start a business, or enjoy a quite retirement. Also check out its places of dining!
Odell is a laid-back small town near amenities while still embracing the advantages of a rural setting like the lack of congestion, noise, pollution, and crime.
Sat 5/4/24
Fairbury
Fairbury
Fairbury Community Sale
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Dave's Supermarket
WOW'ing Customers Since 1950!
Family-Owned One-of-a-Kind Supermarket, Deli, Bakery, Catering,
In-Store. Online. Curbside Pickup.
Sat 5/4/24
Fairbury
Fairbury
Farm Tours 2024 Schedule
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Sat 5/4/24
Fairbury
Fairbury
Photos & Forbs
Dominy Library Event
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Sat 5/4/24
Fairbury
Fairbury
2024 Season Schedule
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Sat 5/4/24
Fairbury
Fairbury
5K Race & More
Overdose & Recovery Awareness
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Kilgus Farmstead & Country Store
Visit our On-Farm Creamery and Country Store!
Try our fresh soft serve ice-cream, dairy and meat products, and check out other delicious local goods.
www.kilgusfarmstead.com
Sat 5/4/24
Lexington
Lexington
Red Carpet Corridor Event
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Sat 5/4/24 to Sun 5/5/24
Pontiac
Pontiac
Swinging Bridges Arts Festival
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Tri-County Carpet & Flooring
Expires 05/05/2024
$100 OFF Wood Flooring
400 Sq. Feet or More
See us for All Your Needs in Flooring, Carpet, Backsplash, & More!
Fully-Installed Available or Do-It-Yourself
Call or See us Today! (815) 692-3666
Excludes sale or in-stock items
Not valid with any other offer. One coupon per customer.
Sat 5/4/24
Pontiac
Pontiac
Spring Fling
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Sat 5/4/24
Pontiac
Pontiac
Chalk Walk
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Turning Point Therapies
Physical Therapy services are provided by highly skilled licensed therapists.
Providing Physical Therapy for all conditions.
ALSO, come visit our Fitness Center!!!
Sat 5/4/24 to Sun 5/5/24
Pontiac
Pontiac
Swinging Bridges Art Festival &
Red Carpet Corridor Schedule
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Sat 5/4/24
Pontiac
Pontiac
Musical Marionette Show
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Sat 5/4/24
Pontiac
Pontiac
Touch a Truck
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Fairbury Pharmacy
Fairbury Pharmacy is a full-service locally-owned pharmacy in historic Fairbury, Illinois.
We appreciate Rob Taveggia, our owner of both Fairbury & Chenoa Pharmacy, providing services & local delivery to an even larger area.
We also work closely & support Community Connection with providing locally-made items that can be purchased in the store. Thanks for visiting!
Ken's Oil Service
“You Call, We Haul”
Based out of Forrest, we are here to help with all your fuel and lubricant needs! With a semi transport truck, 3 tandem fuel trucks, a single axle bulk oil truck, and a bulk DEF truck, we are able to service any size delivery.
We carry Chevron and Mobil oil products, in addition to our Ken’s Oil house brand and other chemical and industrial coolants. Putting the customer first, we strive to serve you with a smile!!
Call us today at 815-657-8593!
Sun 5/5/24
Dwight
Dwight
Red Carpet Corridor Event
Cars & Cuisine
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BCS, LLC.
Farmers…Let us help you with your soil fertility and pest management needs!
With soil testing as the foundation of our philosophy and business, we have grown into a full service retail operation serving the Central IL area.
Arrowsmith – 309.727.1500
Chenoa – 815.945.7076
Gibson City – 217.800.1158
McLean – 309.874.2221
Fairbury Fastener & Supply
The #1 store for Individuals, Contractors, Farmers, or Families Looking for…
Hardware
Tools
Welding Gases/Supplies
Farm Supplies
Pressure Washers
Air Compressors
Hydraulic Assemblies
More!
Come to us for all your fastener & supply needs and wants!
Prudent Community Energy
Helping Reduce Energy Costs and
Helping Local Communities as Well!
(309) 296-3596 www.prudentce.com
H&R Block
Block Has Your Back!
Open All Year! Taxes and Business Services
60 Years of Combined Experience!
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Sun 5/5/24
Leroy
Leroy
1st Sunday Breakfast
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Tue 5/7/24
Dwight
Dwight
BLS CPR Class
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Fri 5/10/24
Dwight
Dwight
VFW 2nd Friday Dinner
Chicken & Spaghetti
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Sat 5/11/24
Chenoa
Chenoa
Fishing Contest
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Lost Arts
Come visit Lost Arts
offering quality supplies for the following:
Quilting
Crocheting
Knitting
Tatting
Embroidery and
Sewing
Sat 5/11/24
Dwight
Dwight
Golf Tournament
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Fairbury Tarp and Repair Inc.
Authorized Shurco Dealer
Custom Boat Covers, Tarps, Roll Tarps
Call Rick Goembel at (815) 692-2416!
Sat 5/11/24
Gibson City
Gibson City
All Awareness Day Event
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Mon 5/13/24
Flanagan
Flanagan
Food Pantry
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Tue 5/14/24 to Sat 5/18/24
Pontiac
Pontiac
Forrest Library
Proceeds Recipient
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ATS Acoustics makes panels which are used to eliminate sound problems and create great-looking, great-sounding rooms and auditoriums. Quality acoustic treatments ensure the sound in your room reaches your audience with clarity and impact.
Thu 5/16/24 to Sun 5/19/24
Gibson City
Gibson City
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Thu 5/16/24
Pontiac
Pontiac
Lunch on the Lawn
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Fri 5/17/24
Gibson City
Gibson City
3rd Friday Cruise Night
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Dimond Bros. Insurance
Call for a Quote with any of your Insurance Needs.
Business. Personal. Health. Life. Policy Services.
Insurance since 1867.
Sun Ag, Inc.
We serve Farmers!
Dry & Liquid Fertilizer Applications
Pesticide Applications
Y-Drop Nitrogen Applications
Custom Anhydrous Applications (Strip-till)
Also Crop Scouting (Drone Available)
Soil Testing
AA & UAN
Applicator Rentals
Specialty Shops of Fairbury!
Remember the Small Businesses....
Shop the Specialty Shops! Enjoy Small Town Shopping!
Fri 5/17/24 to Sat 5/18/24
Watseka
Watseka
City Wide Garage Sales
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Alliance Grain
Farmer-Owned Cooperative
Grain Marketing and Handling Services
Includes 15 Elevators throughout East Central Illinois
Heart's Desire
Come see what we have to offer!
Homeware, Antiques, Memorial Items
J.R. Watkins Products, Honey
Wind Willow Dips, Door County Coffee, Country Home Dips
Locally-made Chocolates & Much More!
First State Bank of Forrest
A Strong Friend for Your Family.
firststatebankofforrest.com
Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.
Sat 5/18/24
Dwight
Dwight
Special Olympics Fundraiser
Golf Outing
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Duffy-Pils Memorial Home
Compassionate Care to Ease Your Journey.
Fairbury (815) 692-2531
Chenoa (815) 945-4011
Colfax (309) 723-4061
Sat 5/18/24
Pontiac
Pontiac
Historic Homes Tours
Third Saturday
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Sat 5/18/24
Pontiac
Pontiac
3rd Saturday Cruise Night
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Old Log Cabin
Expires 05/28/2024
$3 OFF a $20+ Ticket
American Dining along Historic Rt 66!
Come to Enjoy Breakfast and Lunch!
Not valid with any other offer.
Sat 5/18/24
Streator
Streator
Food Truck Festival
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China Kitchen - Fairbury
Expires 05/05/2024
$2 OFF a $15+ Ticket
Enjoy our Family Owned Chinese Restaurant!
Carry-Out and Enjoy after receiving Kind Service!
Not Valid with any other Offer.
Sun 5/19/24
Pontiac
Pontiac
Rusty Wheel Circle Jam
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Sun 5/19/24
Streator
Streator
Grumpy Old Men Musical
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Tue 5/21/24
Pontiac
Pontiac
Free Kidney & Diabetes Screening
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Fri 5/24/24
Pontiac
Pontiac
Summer Bash
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