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In 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. Immerse yourself in the legend's creative expressions and awe-inspiring attention to detail, celebrating the nostalgia and culture of Route 66. Springfield native Bob Waldmire was… 
Take the time to smell the coffee in southwest Illinois this fall. Javapalooza returns to coffee shops throughout the Great Rivers & Routes region Sept. 1 through Oct. 31, showcasing great brews, a Latte Art Competition and the popular Coffee Connoisseur giveaway. A total of 16 participating coffee shops will serve up a signature Javapalooza… |
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Get ready for a barn-load of fun here at Rustic Acres Jellystone Park™! Spend the weekend enjoying farm-themed games, crafts, and activities with Yogi Bear™, Cindy Bear™, and Boo Boo™. From hay bale fun to barnyard challenges, it’s going to be a rootin’-tootin’ good time for the whole family!Saturday night, Farmer Dave will be stopping… 
Mark your calendars! Our 3rd Annual Route 66 UFO Festival & 5K Alien Chase are officially on the books! Fun for all ages for THREE WHOLE DAYS! Check out the flyer for the current details. The Pink Elephant Antique Mall - 908 Veterans Memorial Drive Livingston, IL 62058. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwpeDuf20lI
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Who's ready for the stars of opera performing under the night time stars? Bring your picnics filled with your favorite snacks and comfy lawn chairs to Edwardsville's City Park Friday, Sept. 5 when, once again, Opera Edwardsville and world renowned opera stars take the stage in a free outdoor concert. The music and magic begins… |
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The McLean County Museum of History is pleased to host local musician Stefen Robinson, who performs at Yea Big, for a Neuroplasticity concert on Saturday, September 6 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door (cash only) and the performance will be held in the Museum’s second floor courtroom. All proceeds benefit the performing… |
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It’s almost time for Hilda’s Annual Fall Festival. Hilda's Antique Mall is full of vintage antiques and collectibles including glassware, vinyl, metal signage, vintage lamps, plus so much more. You’ll love shopping our 20,000 sq. ft. mall where you’ll find something for everyone. Located off I-55 at Exit 82 in central Illinois. Just 10 minutes… 
It’s almost time for Nickorbobs Annual Fall Festival. Nickorbobs Home Gifts Antiques & Boutiques is a locally owned business which opened in 1994. Nickorbobs consists of over 40 artist and business professionals who rent space inside our 16,000 sq. ft. mall, to display and sell their artistic crafts and merchandise. There are 89 shops for… 
FALL OPEN HOUSE AT THE ROOTED HOME Friday, September 12th: 11AM–6PMSaturday, September 13th: 9AM–3PM FALL INTO THE ROOTED HOME Free seasonal wreath with $50 purchase or more *1 per cust. Giveaways & a special gift basket drawing DIY Workshops September Specials – 20% OFF wall décor, florals & greenery, and home fragrances (in-store only, some exclusions apply) Shop: Home décor Greenery… 
Get ready to don your Lederhosen or Dirndl and get hyped for our annual Oktoberfest weekend at the Beer Hall! Our celebration will be jam-packed with Live Music, Activities, and a mouthwatering array of German-themed food. Plus, we've got exclusive beer releases and delicious wine & beertails available all weekend long. This is the event… 
It's time to celebrate our 60 year Anniversary! There will be concerts, food trucks, a car show, a parade where we honor our residents and so much more. Bolingbrook Town Center, September 12-14. Pathways Parade at 2:00pmPathFest Stage EntertainmentHollywood Swinging - 4:30Petting ZooKids Games & InflatablesFood, Beer, Soda, WaterBags TournamentClimbing WallTrackless TrainBalloon Artist
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Join local Springfield legend Frank Parker for a jazz jam night AND featuring jambalaya (and other food) from A Taste of Seoul! Buzz Bomb now has cocktails and wine in addition to beer too. Show is free and musicians welcome to sit in. Buzz Bomb Brewing offers many ongoing events throughout the year, including Tuesday… |
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This year's Hamel Route 66 Car and Bike Show will be Saturday September 13th, from 8am to 2pm. This will be a great event. All proceeds from the show go…
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The Small Town Dreamers Market was founded in 2020 by Cassie & Brad Rovey, of The Rooted Home. "We were in the midst of renovations of the Opera House to make way for the storefront. During this time I began my business with a Facebook Live Sale and it went over better than expected. Since…
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TyJon Charlie brings an intimate experience weaving stories of life’s highs and lows through his captivating original songs. His indie folk meets indie rock sound draws you in, blending shimmering ballads with rock anthems that fill every room. His setlist moves seamlessly, inviting audiences to sit back, tap along, or let loose. Experience the raw… |
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The Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 has rescheduled their annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony to Sunday, September 14th at 5:00pm at the Rialto Square Theatre in downtown Joliet. The new date will combine both the 2024 and 2025 inductions as voted by the museum’s Charter Members. “From Rock to Blues, to… |
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The September Monthly Summer Cruise-In at Docs Just Off 66 in Girard is coming right up - Shiny Rides & Soda Fountain Vibes! Join us at Docs Just Off 66… |
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Everyone is Italian in Collinsville during the annual Italian Fest Sept. 19-20. The festival takes place in Uptown Collinsville and is free to attend. Events include a Grape Stomp Contest, Bocce Ball Tournament, 5K Race, Parade along with free kids activities and live music. More than 30 food and drink vendors will also take part.… 
Toy Story 30 Years & Beyond Movie Event continues this weekend at Litchfield Skyview Drive-In. Don't forget to come hungry and enjoy our concession stand! We have pizzas, hamburgers, chicken strips, horseshoes, candy, popcorn, drinks and so much more! Make it a meal and a night out at the drive in! You can see all… 
This Weekend's Double Features at Route 66 Drive In Theater! Playing Friday, September 19 and Saturday, September 20 ● Open captioning is available on Friday nights. ● Gates open at 7:00 PM. Screen 1 (91.3 FM) ● Him (R) - 7:45 PM ● The Conjuring: Last Rites (R) - 9:35 PM Screen 2 (106.3 FM)…
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Named for the Poco classic “Rose of Cimarron” and Nashville’s 615 area code, every member of Cimarron 615 is a respected songwriter, accomplished singer and virtuosic instrumentalist. The band comprises Rick Lonow (Poco, Flying Burrito Brothers) drums/vocals/percussion; Jack Sundrud (Poco, Great Plains, Michael Johnson) bass/vocals; Michael Webb (Poco, Hank Williams, Jr.) keyboards/mandolin/accordion/vocals; Ronnie Gilbeau (Flying… |
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Come out to our Live Comedy show on September 20th! Every third Sat we have 4 new comedians come out and put on an amazing show!
$10
Cruise into Pontiac for the GTOAA All Pontiac Car Cruise and Show held on September 20-21. Hosted by the Heart of Illinois GTO Club and Gateway GTO Club, the show runs from 9:00AM to 5:00PM Saturday & Sunday and will be held outside the Pontiac-Oakland Auto Museum. Admission for both days is $30 per person, with… 
This event was a chore once upon a time, as Abraham Lincoln knew, and now you will be able to watch men and women alike split logs into beautiful rails. The fierce competition between the contenders will keep you on the edge of your seat. The contest is divided up into four categories: Junior, Team,… 
As we always say, if it's worth doing it's worth over doing so with that in mind we are shutting down the street and throwing an outdoor music festival on Saturday 9/20/2025! It's also September...which means Oktoberfest! We will be serving several German styles and have invited other local breweries to come and bring their…
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Welcome to Route 66 Main Street Mingle Market: More than a Market, It's a Movement. Discover the heart and soul of Virden, Illinois, nestled along the iconic Old Route 66. Join us on the Fourth Saturday of the month, 9am-3pm from April to October. In the heart of Virden, the Route 66 Main Street Mingle…
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Forest Bathing, also called Forest Therapy, is a practice of deepening a sense of connection or relationship with nature through a 1.5- 2-hour walk. It is typically a slow wander through nature, but it can be adapted in many ways for different groups and abilities. A Forest Bathing walk is not a naturalist walk, a…
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The annual Route 66 Kite Festival hosted by Route 66 Kites is Saturday, September 20th from 10am-4pm in Pontiac IL. This event is a free family friendly event. The event is at the Rec Plex on the south side. address is 2104 Old Airport Road, Pontiac, IL 61764 https://maps.app.goo.gl/Xv1gJ8UYyrfCxV5Z8 |
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Join "The Curve" for a special Sunday September 21st performance from Candy Foster & The Shades of Blue as they deliver powerful jazz, smooth blues and unforgettable soul. Tickets are $15 in adv. $20 DOS. |
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John Paget is an award-winning documentary filmmaker who began his creative journey on Route 66. His acclaimed films: Route 66: An American Odyssey and Return to the Road with Martin Milner—became touchstones for preservationists, road-trippers, and Route 66 enthusiasts. Paget traveled the length of Route 66 more than a dozen times in the 1990s while…
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Dive into a captivating evening of literature, music and photography, along with the the unique guitar and music of Andy Summers. Andy is in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Guitar Player Hall of Fame, has the keys to New York City and has been awarded the Chevalier De L’Ordre Des Arts et… |
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More than 80 artists from across the U.S. will showcase their talents during the three-day Edwardsville Art Fair Sept. 26-28. The free event features artist stalls with work available for sale along with live music, a kid's art gallery and food and drink vendors. The Art Fair is held in Edwardsville's City Park. The Edwardsville… 
The 24th Annual Route 66 Mother Road Festival is September 26-28, 2025. The cars, the music, the fun and nostalgia that Route 66 has brought to generations will return for another year, rolling into historic downtown Springfield in September. Admission is FREE for spectators. REGISTER HERE – SAVE YOUR SPOT! Early Bird Registration fee is…
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The Elkhart Historical Society proudly introduces two guest speakers for our Friday, September 26, 2025, Dinner Lecture program. Susan Helm is past president of the Sangamon County Historical Society. Currently, she is the co-chair of the Annual Cemetery Walk sponsored by the Sangamon County Historical Society. Over the past two years, she has overseen three… |
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Dare to enter the spookiest school in town! Area 66 Haunted School brings chills, thrills, and hair-raising scares every Friday and Saturday night throughout October 3rd - November 1st. From eerie classrooms to haunted hallways, experience a fright-filled adventure perfect for thrill-seekers of all ages. 2025 Dates: 10/3-10/4, 7-11pm 10/10-10/11, 7-11pm 10/17-10/18, 7-11pm 10/24-10/25, 7-11pm…
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Spooky Season Starts NOW! We’re kicking off October with First Friday: First Fright on Friday, October 3 from 5–8 PM! Hunt for hidden skeletons Snag special deals & spooky sales Show off your best fall + Halloween fits Enjoy a frightfully fun night all across Downtown Bloomington Mark your calendars, grab your friends, and let’s make this the spookiest…
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✨🎶 Dinner with the Stars of GREASE! 🎶✨ Friday, October 3, 2025 • 7:00 PM 📍 The Twistee Treat Diner – Livingston, IL 🔥ONLY 40 SEATS TOTAL🔥Less than 30 left!!! This is a once-in-a-lifetime Route 66 event—an intimate dinner with cast members of the original GREASE movie! 🎟️ $95.87 per person – includes: 🍔 Full…
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The Mudhounds will be playing a live show at Buzz Bomb on Friday, October 3rd from 7-10pm. No cover charge. Buzz Bomb Brewing offers many ongoing events throughout the year, including Tuesday Happy Hour, Friday Happier Happy Hour, Handmade Trivia, Music Bingo, Buzz Bomb Board Games, Brew Ha Ha Comedy Open Mic Night, Buzzed Karaoke,… |
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Bruegala is BACK, but this year it’s BIGGER and BADDER than before! A little ghost told us you’re missing "old Bruegala" so join us on Saturday, October 4, 2025, for a fun & frightful evening of family-friendly activities 3-6pm and spookier, adult fun from 6-9pm as we sip on bubbly brews from over 50 breweries…
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The Joliet Area Historical Museum (JAHM) will be showing a 45th anniversary screening of “The Blues Brothers” in the yard of the Old Joliet Prison on Saturday October 4, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. Tours of the Old Joliet Prison will begin that day at 4:00 p.m. It was in late August of 1979 when a… |
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Terry Jones Rogers and Scott Nienhaus, of Rogers & Nienhaus, along with drummer and vocalist Tim Politte, keyboardist Bill Murphy, and percussionists Madison Thorn and R. Scott Bryan, have joined with: The Mondin Band, John Mondin and Paul Graves, to create a tribute to CSNY. Not only are they all world-class musicians, Rogers, Nienhaus &… |
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