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ALPLM to Celebrate Juneteenth by Displaying Emancipation Proclamation
SPRINGFIELD – A copy of the Emancipation Proclamation signed by Abraham Lincoln himself will go on display this month at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum as America celebrates two holidays dedicated to freedom: Juneteenth and Independence Day. The proclamation will be displayed at the ALPLM’s library building, where there is no charge for…
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2024 Route 66 Art Trail in Downtown Bloomington
Get your art fix on historic Route 66 at 18 participating art studios, galleries, and museums this July! WHO: Anyone of any age interested in art WHAT: Can visit 18 art galleries, studios, and museums for FREE WHEN: Throughout the month of July WHERE: Along historic Route 66 in Bloomington-Normal WHY: To promote the vibrant…
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2024 Carlinville Market Days
2024 Carlinville Market Days
Come shop on Carlinville Market Days every first Saturday of the month April - November! Locally-made goods, crafts, antiques, vintage and new clothing, jewelry, tools, home décor, baked goods, produce, and more are all on sale at this small business market- come down to Carlinville's downtown square and take a stroll among the vendors! The…
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4th Annual Cars & Guitars on Route 66
4th Annual Cars & Guitars on Route 66
The Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 is gonna REV'M UP & ROCK ON during the 4th annual CARS & GUITARS on Route 66! The event is being held at a new location - the Joliet Junior College City Center Parking Lot, 235 N. Chicago St. Cars & Guitars on Route 66! SPONSORED…
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2024 Route 66 Art Trail in Downtown Bloomington
2024 Route 66 Art Trail in Downtown Bloomington
Art Trail continues Saturday, July 13th! Get your art fix on historic Route 66 at 18 participating art studios, galleries, and museums this July! WHO: Anyone of any age interested in art WHAT: Can visit 18 art galleries, studios, and museums for FREE WHEN: Throughout the month of July WHERE: Along historic Route 66 in…
Route 66 Main Street Mingle Market
Route 66 Main Street Mingle Market
In the heart of Virden, the Route 66 Main Street Mingle Market brings the community together to create, shop, and explore downtown. Peruse a bustling market featuring diverse vendors- from charming thrift stores to unique furniture boutiques, captivating bookshops to enchanting crystal stores- each booth is a treasure trove waiting to be discovered. Engage with…
Bolingbrook IFEST
Bolingbrook IFEST
Bolingbrook's International Festival of Cultures Saturday, July 13 is a one-day event celebrating Bolingbrook's residents and cultures from all over the world. The event highlights many countries showcasing ethnic food, handmade goods and merchandise, international children's activities, cultural entertainment, educational booths, and more! Mark those calendars -> Saturday, July 13 | 12:00pm-8:00pm at the Village…
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Litchfield Pickers Market – July 2024
Litchfield Pickers Market – July 2024
The 2024 Litchfield Pickers Market returns on the second Sunday of each month, May to October, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. 2024 Remaining Dates: July 14, August 11, September 8 and October 13. Downtown Litchfield- 400 N. State St. (Intersection of Route 16/Union Avenue and State Street) Are you a fan of vintage items, antiques, and collectibles?…
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Ariston Cafe’s 100th Anniversary Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Ariston Cafe’s 100th Anniversary Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
The Litchfield Chamber of Commerce invites you to the Ariston Cafe's 100th Anniversary Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday, July 17th, at 11:30am. You are invited to stay after the ribbon cutting for an open house and to dine in for lunch. If you plan to dine in, please RSVP to The Ariston so they know…
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3rd Thursday Twistee Treat Diner Car Cruise-In July 18th
3rd Thursday Twistee Treat Diner Car Cruise-In July 18th
Come out every 3rd Thursday 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm May - October for our Twistee Treat Diner Car Cruise-Ins at the Pink Elephant Antique Mall complex. Free to enter your vehicle. 1st, 2nd & 3rd prizes. All makes & models are welcome. 2024 Remaining Dates: July 18 | August 15 | September 19 |…
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2024 Route 66 Art Trail in Downtown Bloomington
2024 Route 66 Art Trail in Downtown Bloomington
Art Trail continues Saturday, July 20th! Get your art fix on historic Route 66 at 18 participating art studios, galleries, and museums this July! WHO: Anyone of any age interested in art WHAT: Can visit 18 art galleries, studios, and museums for FREE WHEN: Throughout the month of July WHERE: Along historic Route 66 in…
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4th Annual Cars & Guitars on Route 66
4th Annual Cars & Guitars on Route 66
The Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 is gonna REV'M UP & ROCK ON during the 4th annual CARS & GUITARS on Route 66! The event is being held at a new location - the Joliet Junior College City Center Parking Lot, 235 N. Chicago St. Cars & Guitars on Route 66! SPONSORED…
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July Cruise-In at Docs
July Cruise-In at Docs
The weekend is here! So much going on in Girard, we hope to see you!!! FRIDAY NIGHT 4-7pm Happy Hour🍻 5pm - Jade Horton🎶 5pm - Car Cruise w/drink &…
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2024 Route 66 Art Trail in Downtown Bloomington
2024 Route 66 Art Trail in Downtown Bloomington
Art Trail continues Saturday, July 27th! Get your art fix on historic Route 66 at 18 participating art studios, galleries, and museums this July! WHO: Anyone of any age interested in art WHAT: Can visit 18 art galleries, studios, and museums for FREE WHEN: Throughout the month of July WHERE: Along historic Route 66 in…
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2024 Logan County Fair
The Logan County Fair Association welcomes you to "Illinois' Cleanest and Best County Fair." This year, we are celebrating our 88th Logan County Fair. All of our fair events begin on Sunday, July 28th and continue through Sunday, August 4th, 2024. Please come join us and enjoy our wide variety of events. 2024 Music Night…
The House on Garling Open House
The House on Garling Open House
Come tour Tom Kirk’s home, The House on Garling Drive, with its incredible industrial art sculptures in Bloomington, Illinois. Guests can view artwork inside as well as outside. Cost is $10 per person. Located only minutes away from the heart of Downtown Bloomington, our outdoor 410 Sculpture Park is the perfect place to take in…
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Route 66 Motorheads Big Reveal Event
Route 66 Motorheads Big Reveal Event
The moment is growing near...something very big is coming to Motorheads! This is an event not to miss - the reveal of the newest addition to Route 66 Motorheads Bar & Grill, Museum & Entertainment Complex in Springfield. The event will be held Thursday evening, August 1st, from 5pm-8pm, at Motorheads, located at 600 Toronto…
Granite City “It’s Electric” Neon Sign Park Ribbon Cutting & Lighting Ceremony
Granite City “It’s Electric” Neon Sign Park Ribbon Cutting & Lighting Ceremony
Join the fun in Granite City as they light up the night with Granite City’s Neon Sign Park - “It’s Electric!” Thank you to The District in Granite City (Granite City, IL government), Great Rivers & Routes and Enjoy Illinois (Illinois Office of Tourism) for making this project possible. The event is August 1st from…
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2024 Carlinville Market Days
2024 Carlinville Market Days
Come shop on Carlinville Market Days every first Saturday of the month April - November! Locally-made goods, crafts, antiques, vintage and new clothing, jewelry, tools, home décor, baked goods, produce, and more are all on sale at this small business market- come down to Carlinville's downtown square and take a stroll among the vendors! The…
Annual Antique Car Show at David Davis Mansion
Annual Antique Car Show at David Davis Mansion
Beautiful, historic cars in a beautiful, historic setting – that’s the promise of the 28th Annual Antique Auto Show. More than 75 cars from the 1900s through the 1980s will be displayed on the mansion grounds from 10am to 3pm. Visitors can stroll through the amazing collection of vintage vehicles on display.
Route 66 Main Street Mingle Market
Route 66 Main Street Mingle Market
In the heart of Virden, the Route 66 Main Street Mingle Market brings the community together to create, shop, and explore downtown. Peruse a bustling market featuring diverse vendors- from charming thrift stores to unique furniture boutiques, captivating bookshops to enchanting crystal stores- each booth is a treasure trove waiting to be discovered. Engage with…
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