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Breaking Bread in McLean County
Beginning February 9, 2021, the McLean County Museum of History, in partnership with BN Welcoming (a coalition of the Immigration Project, Not In Our Town/Not In Our Schools, and West Bloomington Revitalization Project together creating a supportive environment for immigrants to McLean County), and Design Streak at Illinois State University, will launch a 10-part program…
Carlinville Market Days
In the heart of Macoupin County is Carlinville and in the heart of Carlinville is the square. That's where you'll find Carlinville's Market Days! Come shop all the treasures the first Saturday of every month, April through November. Caravan of vendors offering hundreds of hard-to-find, one-of-a-kind items! Come for the treasures... Stay for the day!…
State of Sound: A World of Music from Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A special exhibit telling the story of Illinois music opened Friday at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, with stunning artifacts from legends like Miles Davis, Howlin’ Wolf, Cheap Trick and Earth, Wind & Fire. “State of Sound: A World of Music from Illinois” explores the state’s impact on musical genres…
27th Annual Evergreen Cemetery Walk
Bloomington, IL- The McLean County Museum is proud to announce tickets go on sale for this year’s Evergreen Cemetery Walk on Tuesday, August 31. Twenty-seven years ago, the Museum, Evergreen Memorial Cemetery, and Illinois Voices Theatre—Echoes came together to solve a growing problem in our community—cemetery vandalism. Leaders at these entities realized that there was…
Día de los Muertos Ofrenda Comunitaria
Visit the first floor of the McLean County Museum of History from Saturday, October 23 through Saturday, November 6 to view a community ofrenda in celebration of Día de los Muertos. Ofrenda (Spanish for offering) is a tiered altar created to honor deceased loved ones and celebrate life. Ofrendas include items significant to those loved…
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Meet Ron Clements, Author of RoadTrip America: A Sports Fan’s Guide to Route 66
Meet Ron Clements, Author of RoadTrip America: A Sports Fan’s Guide to Route 66
On November 6th, Ron Clements will be talking about Route 66 Sports History at the Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center in Litchfield, Illinois from 10 am to 2:00 pm. Immortalized in countless books, songs, and movies, Route 66 is a timeless icon of American culture. Until now, however, no guide to this historic…
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Lincoln Presidential Museum will be Free for U.S. Military on Veterans Day
Lincoln Presidential Museum will be Free for U.S. Military on Veterans Day
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield will thank military veterans for their service to the country by offering them free admission on Veterans Day. The special day will also feature a performance by a military band, the Airlifter Brass, and a memorial flame burning outside the museum. Military veterans and active-duty personnel…
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Great Moments In Vinyl play tribute to Fleetwood Mac and Rumours
Great Moments In Vinyl play tribute to Fleetwood Mac and Rumours
Great Moments In Vinyl play tribute to Fleetwood Mac and Rumours on Friday, Nov. 12th in the Joliet Area Historical Museum Indoor Auditorium Theater at 7pm (Doors open at 6:15pm).
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Blue Star Memorial Highway Marker Rededication
Blue Star Memorial Highway Marker Rededication
Calling all veterans and those who are proud of our outstanding veterans. November 11th is Veterans Day. It is also the 95th birthday of the start of Route 66. The VFW Post 5422 in Wilmington will be rededicating a Blue Star Memorial Highway plaque. This special location is directly alongside original Route 66 in front…
Hotel California – The Original Eagles Tribute
Hotel California – The Original Eagles Tribute
Back by popular demand, this is the Hotel California that has entertained audiences at the Wildey for 5 years. Since 1986, Hotel California has recreated the legendary sound of The Eagles, thrilling audiences worldwide and sharing bills with rock's legends. Why is Hotel California special? Incredible vocals, intensely accurate instrumentals, soaring harmonies, and top-flight performances…
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State of Sound: An Evening with Jimmy Chamberlin of the Smashing Pumpkins
State of Sound: An Evening with Jimmy Chamberlin of the Smashing Pumpkins
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum is pleased to present: “An Evening with Jimmy Chamberlin of the Smashing Pumpkins” on Wednesday, November 17. When the alt-rock band Smashing Pumpkins became an international sensation, it was Jimmy Chamberlin’s powerful, creative drumming that drove the band’s music. His skill put him high on lists of the…
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Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum to display original Gettysburg Address
SPRINGFIELD – An original, handwritten copy of the Gettysburg Address is going on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, which has also launched a new web tool that makes it easy for anyone to study Lincoln’s famous speech in detail. The presidential library’s copy of the Gettysburg Address will be exhibited in…
Joliet Area Historical Museum Indoor Craft Beer Tasting
Joliet Area Historical Museum Indoor Craft Beer Tasting
The Indoor Craft Beer Tasting at the Museum is back on Friday, Nov. 19th from 5:30pm to 9pm in the Joliet Area Historical Museum Indoor Auditorium Theater. Only $20 for Museum Members & $25 for General Public. Food included, and tour of the museum.
4 events,
Pontiac Light Up Parade & Tree Lighting
Pontiac Light Up Parade & Tree Lighting
An annual tradition and the favorite of many, the Light Up Parade is always held the Friday evening after Thanksgiving. The parade ends with Santa arriving in Pontiac and taking up his seasonal residence at the Santa House. Children are invited after the parade to visit him for photos and to give him their list.…
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City of Atlanta Christmas Weekend
Do you have plans for next weekend? Now you do! Check out Atlanta's Christmas Weekend featuring an indoor holiday market, Christmas parade, and Christmas tree lighting. Indoor Holiday Market is Saturday, November 27th from 10am to 3pm, and Sunday, November 28th from 11am to 4pm. The Christmas Parade is Sunday the 28th at 4:30pm. Here's…
Pontiac Historic Homes Tours
Have you been to our Historic Homes here in Pontiac? Each one is a wonderful step back in the past, and a great lesson in the history of Pontiac. We are excited to announce that all three Historic Homes will be open in November and December! In November, instead of the third Saturday, the historic…
Downtown Springfield Holiday Walks
DSI's Holiday Walks start up on Saturday Nov. 27th (small business Saturday), and go through Wednesday Dec. 22nd. Times are Wednesdays: 4-7pm, Saturdays 10am- 7pm. Memorial's Holiday Fest will be joining us this year. Each year, DSI and all of our unique, locally-owned shops pull out all of the stops for the most magical time…
Winter Nights at the Museum
Experience the Season in Historic Downtown Springfield ● Extended hours and free admission to enjoy exhibits and performances in a night setting. ● See performances of "Ghosts of the Library" at 5:15pm and 6:15pm and "Lincoln's Eyes" at 5:30pm and 6:30pm. ● Free Parking in Museum Parking Garage (corner of 6th and Madison St.) ●…
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City of Atlanta Christmas Parade
City of Atlanta Christmas Parade
Tis' the season! The City of Atlanta is excited to announce this year's Christmas Parade on November 28 at 4:30pm. The theme is "Christmas on Route 66." The parade will be in conjunction with our Indoor Holiday Market and Christmas Tree Lighting. We are requesting floats, cars, anything that moves or walks to participate in…
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SCHEELS Holiday Shopping Spree!
Visit SCHEELS In Springfield, Illinois and Register to win a SCHEELS Holiday Shopping Spree! 🎁 We've partnered with Under Armour to treat 7 lucky winners to a SCHEELS shopping spree! Enter now through December 19th. Each Monday during our giveaway, we'll announce a $1,000 gift card winner. At the end of our giveaway on December…
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Carlinville Christmas Market 2021
Shopping on the historic Carlinville square, a large heated building with Vendors, Arts, Crafts, Free sleigh rides, Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, Street Performers, Carolers, Demonstrations, Free parking, Free Shuttle Bus. Two days of Family Holiday Fun! Carlinville Christmas Market 2021 is open Friday December 3rd 3-9 and Saturday December 4th 9-7. Cost is…
Wild Lights at the Zoo – Sponsored by T-Mobile
How does the Miller Park Zoo look at night lit up with candles are the Zoo? Come to this 8th annual event and witness over hundreds of luminaries around the entire Zoo. COST: $3 per person (ages 3 and up) for members, $8 per person (ages 3 and up) for non-members, under 3 free. Face…
Downtown Bloomington Holiday Farmers’ Market
Downtown Bloomington Holiday Farmers’ Market
The Holiday Farmers’ Market will take place the Saturday before Christmas, and is your opportunity to. get all of your last-minute holiday gifts and food items. Please remember that clear bags and masks will be required to enter the Grossinger Motors Arena. Date/Time Saturday, December 18, 2021 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cost: 0 Location Grossinger…
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Christmas under the Dome
Christmas under the Dome
Christmas Under the Dome & the Bloomington-Normal Jaycee’s Christmas Parade — Saturday, December 4 from 10:00 to 2:00 p.m. Join the Museum and our friends as we welcome in the holiday season as the Grand Marshall of the Bloomington-Normal Jaycee’s Christmas Parade! The parade begins at 10:00 a.m. at Kingsley Junior High School in Normal…
Christmas Candlelight Service in Elkhart Illinois
Christmas Candlelight Service in Elkhart Illinois
As the last bits of summer fade, and the sweatshirts and long pants reappear in the seasonal clothing cycle, the realization that the holidays are coming hit some of us like a crashing cymbal. Yikes- - so soon- - too soon- - whoosh and its over- - - What just happened? You are just in…
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