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Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space
The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space 623 E. Adams Street, Springfield, IL, United StatesIn celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Route 66, The Pharmacy will host a special Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit Bob Waldmire - Nomadic Hippie, gifted artist, and Route 66 icon.…
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Darien Garden Club 25th Anniversary Event – “Wild and Wonderful” Spring Gardening Inspiration
Chuck's Southern Comforts Chateau Orleans 8025 South Cass Avenue, Darien, IL, United StatesThe Darien Garden Club is Celebrating Its 25th Anniversary With This Engaging Gardening Event! We invite you to join us for an inspiring morning with three speakers who will motivate…
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Elkhart Historical Society – Route 66’s History & Future – Scott McCoy
Horsefeathers/Wild Hare Cafe 104 Governor Oglesby St, Elkhart, IL, United StatesThe 2026 calendar will give many an opportunity to “Get their Kicks on Route 66”, as part of the Mother Road’s 100th anniversary. To help begin the celebration, the Elkhart Historical…
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Gillespie 100th Anniversary Route 66 Chicken & Beer Dance
Gillespie Civic Center 115 North Macoupin Street, Gillespie, IL, United StatesA milestone in American road history is coming to Gillespie as the town marks Route 66’s 100th anniversary with a Roaring ’20s–themed night of food, music, and dancing. The 100th Anniversary Route 66 Chicken, Beer & Dance, organized by Grow Gillespie, invites residents and highway enthusiasts to gather for an evening that nods to the…
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Chris Vallillo’s Forgottonia at The Eagle Theater in Partnership with The Pontiac Public Library
Eagle Performing Arts Center 319 N Plum St, Pontiac, IL, United StatesThe Pontiac Public Library has received a Creative Projects award from the Illinois Arts Council to bring the new show Forgottonia to the Eagle Center For The Performing Arts in Pontiac, IL on Saturday, March 21st, 2026. “We are thrilled to welcome Chris back to Pontiac for another unforgettable show. Forgottonia is a truly unique…
