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in this ISSUE issue #65 | October 2014 www.thrivedecatur.com

On the cover: Photographer Curt Knapp captured pure terror at the 2013 Scream Haunted Adventure

BEHIND THE THRIVE

September Out & About

SPOTLIGHT: JWA Halloween Trivia

Party Crashers' Crash of the Month

ART SPEAK: Art Partners in Spamalot

Publisher's Pick of the Month

FOOD DUDE: TapRoot

Decatur Gets a KICK out of FootGolf

Spot the Difference Challenge

Fall's A Scream in Decatur October Events Calendar VISUAL GUIDE: A Taste of Fall

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Whether you’re looking to get your groove, spook, trick or trivia on this fall, Macon County has the makings for a great one!

JWA Trivia or Treat night promises tons of fun – a mind-bending blend of games and giving back.

FootGolf kicked off at Decatur’s Hickory Point Golf Course this year – shooting for tons of fun even as the air chills.

TapRoot heats up things on Merchant year-round – do not miss the Rooster Mayo, whatever you do.

Tricks, treats, gourds and ghouls await family and friends alike at one of the county’s many pumpkin patches and Halloween shindigs – include my personal favorite, Boo at the Zoo. And your ticket to terror awaits at the all-new expanded Scream Haunted House and Haunted Warehouse – this year with a Zombie Adventure theme that’s sure to give goose bumps.

So why not fall into some fun – it’s easy to do in Decatur and Macon County!

Out & About

A look back at last month’s happenings

Honoring Labor Day On September 1, The Decatur Trades and Labor Assembly hosted the Second Annual Labor Day Solidarity Picnic following the Labor Day Parade through Downtown Decatur. Their charity, We Are One Community Fund, presented several grant checks to local charities during the picnic.

Bike Night

Coziahr Harley-Davidson sponsored its weekly Bike Night at the Beach House on September 11. Hundreds parked lake side to celebrate freedom and friendship. The series wrapped up for 2014 in September, but keep an eye out for next year!

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Out & About

A look back at last month’s happenings

Little Hoopsters

Directed by Millikin University Women's Basketball Team, Little Hoopsters, a 5-week training camp to teach children the basic fundamental basketball skills, kicked off September 9 at The DISC.

Drive-In Parking READiculous Thursday, September 11 marked the Dennis Learning Garden's inaugural event on the recently installed outdoor stage. READiculous, a touring show for children where performers read aloud and act out children's books, entertained an audience of Dennis Lab School students, their parents and West End community members.

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Fairview Park hosted Movie in the Park, featuring Despicable Me 2, on September 11. Cooler weather called for a few adjustments, and the typical blanket picture turned into a drive-in for patrons.

Argenta Autumn Art

Argenta's Illinois Street filled with fall on September 13.

The second annual Autumn Art Celebration kicked off with a fundraiser lunch served by Argenta Presbyterian Church.

Music, arts and animals lined the street as the town welcomed the harvest.

Warrensburg Fairs

Warrensburg hosted a weekend of fun in September to celebrate its community. The event featured a parade, carnival, live music, chili cook-off, car show and 5k.

Dog Party!

The Decatur & Macon County Animal Shelter Foundation (DMCASF) hosted the 14th annual Fido Scurry on September 6. The run/walk also brought two miniature horses starting off the Pet Parade, a blessing of the animals, costume contest, doggie games and demonstrations. Proceeds from the event benefit Decatur Park District’s Fido Fields and DMCASF.

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SPOTLIGHT

by Joli A. Hohenstein

JWA Gets Tricky with Halloween Trivia that Treats Locals to Thanksgiving Trivia’s enough of a treat in itself, but when you’re winding down and giving back? Bonus! Enter the Junior Welfare Association’s (JWA) eight annual fundraiser, Trivia or Treat, set for Saturday, October 25.

This year JWA offers the opportunity to treat thousands of area families who might not otherwise have a Thanksgiving dinner – proceeds from Trivia or Treat benefit the Judy Mason Thanksgiving Basket Project, which last year provided 4,000 food baskets to families in Macon County who need them most.

The event’s a great example of what JWA is all about, says Trivia or Treat Chair Jenny Beals: “We’re having a good time, but we’re also doing a lot of good things for the community.”

It’s motivation to keep it interesting, and JWA always has a few tricks up their sleeve on Trivia or Treat night. Master of Ceremonies Paula Thornton of WAND-TV hosts 10 rounds of trivia covering topics ranging from sports and entertainment to local facts, haunted Decatur and reality TV. Contestants compete in teams of four or eight, and individuals can also register and be placed on teams.

A silent auction and 50/50 keep things moving, as do giveaways, costume contests for groups and individuals and a cash prize for first place in the trivia competition. Beer, wine, soda, water and Papa Murphy’s pizza are sold, with a portion of the proceeds going back to JWA for their signature programs.

“We’re a service organization, and we’re focused on doing good things for the community through things like our grant programs and our signature programs, which provide shoes and athletic clothes for kids,” Jenny explains.

Photo submitted by Merideth Finch

Last year nearly 25 teams participated; this year the goal is 30. “If every member signs up a team, that alone will get us there,” says Jenny. To help further the cause, the group is selling Nelson’s chicken dinners, available October 9 – and each dinner includes a coupon for $10 off trivia registration.

No tricks here – only treats for the community and trivia lovers!

Get There Junior Welfare Association Trivia & Treat Night Saturday, October 25 Doors open 5:45 pm, trivia starts 6:30 pm Skywalker International Sports Complex 400 E. Eldorado, Decatur Team of 8 - $100, team of 4 - $60, individual - $20 For more info or to register: JWATrivia@gmail. com, 254-3420, www.juniorwelfare.com, find them on Facebook or contact any JWA member.

Joli Hohenstein is Editor and Senior Writer for THRIVE. She is an award-winning freelance writer, marketer, and editor. Get more Joli at jolihohenstein.com.

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r u t a DecRASHERS C Y T R A P

CRASH of the Month October 17-19 & 24-26 Lovingly ripped off from the classic film Monty Python and the Holy Grail. http://theatre7.net

A Richland Theatre and Theatre 7 Collaboration performed at Richland Community College, Shilling Center. facebook.com/groups/ DecaturPartyCrashers jccaulkins@aol.com

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ART SPEAK

by Jerry Johnson

Art Partners in Spamalot Monty Python’s Spamalot is coming to Decatur in October...or should I say it is being created for Decatur by some of the area’s most talented artists. Because Spamalot is a major musical (acting, singing and dancing), it requires A LOT of talented people to bring it to the stage, and talented people are always in demand and always busy. That makes partnerships and collaboration between local organizations and artists even more important in a city the size of Decatur.

Musical theatre is particularly challenging because it includes artists from virtually every one of the arts. A musical play is a combined piece of literature, poetry and music created by writers and composers that’s ultimately intended to be performed. That’s where our local artists take over: • Set designers combine architecture and sculpture to create the set and props.

• Visual artists paint sets and backdrops and sometimes create projected images.

• Costumers design and craft the costumes.

• Musicians play the score/accompaniment.

• Choreographers add movement to the words and music.

• Lighting and sound designers enhance the show and the audience’s experience.

• Directors and actors combine all these elements and perform the show.

For Spamalot, these creative people were drawn from several of Decatur’s most established community organizations. The show is a cooperative production of Theatre 7, Decatur’s community theatre, and the Theatre Department at Richland Community College.

These two organizations complement one another well with the resources that they bring to the project. Theatre at Richland Community College brings the expertise of college theatre professor

Michelle Stephens and the talents of eager students. Because the show will be performed in Richland’s Shilling Auditorium, early access to the performance space for rehearsals and technical work is a big advantage. Having support from the college’s administration, marketing and technical personnel is also a major plus.

Theatre 7 brings its share of resources to the show as well. Veteran performers like Doug Bishop and Jayson Albright provide leadership for those with less stage experience. Many of the production personnel are Theatre 7 members with years of experience, such as costumer Dina Fryman and set designer Jerry Johnson. Theatre 7’s downtown facility also offers a central location for rehearsals, set construction and an impressive costume shop.

Other significant artistic partners on Spamalot are the Decatur Park District (DPD) and the Decatur Municipal Band. The show’s choreographer, Marie Jagger-Taylor, is the DPD Cultural Arts Manager with many years as a professional actress/dancer/ choreographer/director. The lighting designer is DPD Cultural Arts Supervisor Jennifer Theis.

The show’s Musical Director, Jim Culbertson, has led the Decatur Municipal Band for more than 35 years and has recruited many of its members to play in the pit orchestra.

A strong team of creative, imaginative artists make shows like Spamalot happen. This collaborative process is what I love most about theatre. It’s exciting to have the opportunity to work shoulder to shoulder with some of Decatur’s most creative, passionate people. Bringing all this talent and experience together for Spamalot has been a lot of work (and fun) and will definitely be worth the energy when these “partners in art” bring it to the stage.

GET THERE: You can see Spamalot October 1719 and 24-27. For more details and tickets, visit theatre7.net/home/order-tickets.

Jerry Johnson is the Executive Director of the Decatur Area Arts Council and may be spotted pretty much anywhere art is happening.

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Publisher's

Pick of the Month Just a little something we ran across and wanted to share.

Stoneware Teapot

$65 Art in Central Park

By Ceramic Artist Shirley Kramer

Photo: Kat Smalley

I discovered this whimsical little teapot at Arts in Central Park this year. Ceramic artist Shirley Kramer doesn't often show in local galleries, so making the rounds at this great art event put on by the Decatur Area Arts Council really paid off. Shirley teaches ceramics at Richland Community College and can sometimes be spotted on Richland's campus at the Farmer's Market or the Art Bazaar.

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THE FOOD DUDE

by T. F. DUDE

TapRoot Time!

We topped ours with cheddar and dragged it through the garden. Do some mouth stretches before you leave the office, though, because this burger is a doozey! The taste is just as big as the size: fresh, juicy and savory. And when we say “thick-cut bacon,” we truly mean false teeth need not apply. This bun-sized slab of pork is crisp and tender at the same time, packed with flavor that doesn’t just make pigs squeal. The salt and pepper fries that are partnered with this monster burger are anything but ordinary.

They’re straight-cut potatoes with an array of dipping sauce choices. Who needs ketchup when you have dynamic choices like roasted garlic aioli, white cheese, rooster mayo and buffalo bbq? Ours landed in the bbq, which partnered well with the slabs of bacon on our Downtown lunch competition has grown a little burger. This plate was not for the faint at heart, stiffer! TapRoot on Merchant is open for lunch but if you’re hungry — this is your solution.

11 am-2 pm every weekday, and we paid them Lunchers who prefer a lighter option should a visit to see if their delicious dinner translated check out the chicken gyro. This white meat well into luscious lunch. We were greeted by option is wrapped in a warm, soft pita loaded the same neighborly staff and were served in with fresh tomato and cucumber salsa and the same rustic, cozy dining area. The tables drenched in an original tzatziki sauce. The flavor were set to the nines, and patrons of every flavor is refreshing, making any garden-getter hungry joined us in our midday experience. to duplicate the recipe. TapRoot’s quinoa salad, TapRoot is known for contemporary comfort full of texture, prime veggies and unique flavor, food. Somehow they’ve managed to find a rounds out this healthy choice perfectly. For warp zone and produce the same Grandma- anyone who counts calories, this option is an fixed-it-and-I-licked-my-plate-clean goodness almost-guiltless pleasure. with speed and accuracy. That’s right, same Sounds fantastic right? The good news is that all deliciousness in your belly and back at the of this rang up the register at under $20! While office, energized to take on the seventh inning the clean, rustic-contemporary scene and tastestretch…or if you ordered heavy, nap on your bud spoiling bites may make you feel like a keyboard. million bucks, you’ll walk out knowing you got a Sandwiches, soups, salads and unique add-ons great deal. Want to spoil a colleague or impress line the lunch menu. TapRoot even caters to the a client? Lunch-it-up at the top of the stairs mini-mes with a diverse kids’ menu including (or elevator) at Merchant Street’s fresh take on choice minor staples like mac-n-cheese, pita American cuisine. pizza, chicken strips and corn dogs. During our lunchtime, we happened to be kid-free, so we elected a beef and poultry option to give Get There: TapRoot Restaurant us a good sampling and partnered them with 170 N. Merchant St., Decatur TapRoot’s signature fries and quinoa salad.

The namesake TapRoot burger is a 70/30 custom blend of beef, blanketed in thick-cut smoked bacon and dressed to your liking.

330-6365 www.taprootdecatur.com

The Food Dude is not a professional food critic. He just really, really likes food. And occasionally squeals over thick-cut bacon.

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Haunted House Tacks on More Terror for 2014 Written by Joli Hohenstein

Ready to get your spook on? An extra 5,300 square feet of fright await you at The Scream Haunted Adventure. This year’s Zombie Adventure tacks on even more terror with a Bates Motel replica, monster museum and sewer, on top of its quintessential spinetingling tours.

“We’ve revamped 75% of the house,” says Event Manager Nick Kriener. “More detail, more fun, more things people will remember.

The clown room in particular we’re hoping will be one of the most memorable.”

Without giving too wide a peek into the coffin, Nick promises this year’s Scream will take terror to a new level, with new attention to detail, more actors and more ghostly goingson. It’s all courtesy of Decatur Celebration and The Creatures of the Night, whose members have honed their talents studying Halloween events across the Midwest.

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They practice their craft in not one but two eerie locations: The Scream Haunted House and The Scream Haunted Warehouse that strive to scare the bejeezus out of over 6,000 attendees. The Haunted House promises 13,800 square feet of fright including 30 horrifying scenes, double vortex tunnels, a grave crawl and a squeeze wall, all built inside an empty warehouse inhabited by zombies, beasts, monsters and roaming sinister characters. Meanwhile over at the Haunted Warehouse Tour, small groups of explorers take a Ghost Adventures-style flashlight tour of the reportedly haunted old Mueller warehouse, visiting the creepy remains of a once buzzing cafeteria, kitchen and locker room.

It’s easy to see why The Scream has been voted a Top 10 Best Haunted Event by the HauntedIllinois.com. Want to truly test your mettle? Hit the über-popular Glow Light

2013 Scream Haunted Adventure photos by Curt Knapp

Night, when you tour Haunted House with just a glow stick to get you through your super-freaky adventure.

Options for your ticket to terror abound and also allow you to roll in multiple experiences.

Choose from general admission ($10), the Speed Pass that lets you skip to the front of the line ($14), the Haunted Warehouse Tour ($12), the Fright Pass that gets you The Scream Haunted House and Terror on Washington in Clinton ($17) or the Murder on Mercer Pass that gets you The Scream Haunted House and The Scream Haunted Warehouse Tour ($20, billed as the best value).

Get There The Scream Zombie Adventure 680 W Eldorado St, Decatur (Off Eldorado St (Route 36) just west of Monroe across from Long John Silver) 7-11 pm Fridays & Saturdays October 3-November 1 (plus Sunday October 26 7-10 pm!) www.decaturscream.com 217-423-4222

Editor’s note: They’re always looking for victims, er, volunteers (actors, set designers, makeup artists, costume designers and more), to help run the joint, so if you’re interested in a behindthe-scenes experience, give them a scream.

scream@decaturscream.com Find them on Facebook!

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Other Frightfully Fun Fall Options Black Bart’s Pumpkin Patch 9381 W. Wise Rd., Warrensburg Haunted house, country store, corn maze, fence maze, variety of pumpkins, squash & gourds and more!

Tour the cobweb castle, roast s’mores by the bonfire, make a Halloween craft, collect treats and complete a scavenger hunt for a chance to win prizes!

423-KIDS, www.cmofil.org, find them on Facebook!

Mon-Sat 9 am-6 pm, Sun 11 am-6 pm

Sheffer Farms Pumpkin Patch

672-8287, www.blackbartspumpkinpatch.com, find them on Facebook!

3156 Stare Rd., Oakley

Boo at the Zoo Scovill Zoo, Decatur October 17, 24 & 27-31, 5:30-8 pm October 18-19 & 25-26, 3-8 pm Trick and treat stations throughout the zoo, Fright Night Express & Endangered Species Carousel (notso-spooky rides until 6:30) and more!

Thurs 3-6 pm, Fri 3-6 pm, Sat 10 am-6 pm, Sun 12-6 pm 90 acres; 75 different varieties of decorative pumpkins, guards and squash; corn maze; corn hole; ring toss; decorate your own pumpkin; carving tools & patterns and more!

972-1457, www.shefferfarms.com, find them on Facebook!

Too Cute to Spook

421-7435, www.decatur-parks.org/scovill-zoo, find them on Facebook!

By Decatur IL Moms

Halloween Hoopla

October 21, 5-7:30 pm

Children’s Museum of Illinois 55 S. Country Club Rd., Decatur October 25, 10 am-8 pm

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Held at the Children’s Museum of Illinois Monster Mash Dance Party by DSF Entertainment, free Papa Murphy’s pizza, costume contests and more! decaturilmoms.com, find them on Facebook!

October Events EVERY DAY Artist David Staff Enjoy images from throughout Illinois. Photographs include wildlife, flowers, and landscapes.

South Gallery, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln] 8a-5p (Mo-We, Fr), 8a-8p (Th), 9a-5p (Sa), 1-5p (Su)

Dates, times and locations are subject to last-minute changes. When in doubt, call first!

Recreation Center [400 S Henderson St, Mt Zion, 864.5424, www.mtzion.com] 5p

Public Observation Nights Stargazing at Requarth Observatory. MU: Leighty-Tabor Science Center [1184 W Main, 424.6271] 8p

All Salsa (thru 11.17) Salsa is fast, fun, and easy to learn.

Registration required. $35, Fletcher Stevie Ray Karaoke Park: Recreation Center [400 S Lincoln Lounge [121 N Main] 9p Henderson St, Mt Zion, 864.5424, www.mtzion.com] 6p EVERY TUESDAYArtist Jim Poling THURSDAY Country Line Dance Natural landscapes, flowers, and Staley Striders XC wildlife. North Gallery, Rock Springs Come join a fun-filled evening, Running Club (begins 10.8) meet new people and learn to Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln] Go the distance with the Staley country line dance.

7-8p (Class), 8a-5p (Mo-We, Fr), 8a-8p (Th), 9aStriders Cross Country Running 8-9p (Dance). $6, Knights of 5p (Sa), 1-5p (Su) Club! Participants ages 7-14 may Columbus Hall [520 E North St, choose to run locally and/or take 764.3070] 7-9p Airport Art Exhibit part in Junior Olympics meets.

Open during business hours. $17-20, Fairview Park [429.3472, East Coast Swing (thru 11.17) Decatur Airport [910 S Airport Rd] www.decatur-parks.org] 4:15-5:15p Take your Jitterbug to the next level. Registration required. $35, DPL Art Exhibit EVERY WEDNESDAY Fletcher Park: Recreation Center 4H Exhibit. Open during library Write Stuff Writers' Group [400 S Henderson St, Mt Zion, hours. Decatur Public Library Support, encouragement, and 864.5424, www.mtzion.com] 7:15p [130 N Franklin] critiques for writers in all stages of development. Wildflour Artisan EVERY MONDAY, Gallery 510 Art Exhibit Bakery [256 W Main] 3:30p FRIDAY, SUNDAY Open during business hours.

Pickleball (thru 11.23) Beginning/Intermediate Gallery 510 [160 E Main, 422.1509, Open for all skill levels. $5 (nonTumbling gallery510.org] member), Free (member), Decatur School agers. Registration required.

YMCA [220 W McKinley, facebook. Intermediate (5p), Beginner (6p).

Perkinson Gallery Art Exhibit com/DecaturPickleball] 1:30-3:30p $36, Fletcher Park: Recreation Martin Brief-Drawing. Free, Millikin (Mo), 8-10a (Fr), 10a-12p (Su) Center [400 S Henderson St, Mt University [1184 W Main] 12-5p Zion, 864.5424, www.mtzion.com] (Mo-Fr) EVERY TUESDAY 5p Preschool Activity: Sports Wildflour Art Exhibit Sampler (thru 11.11) Open during business hours.

This great sports sampler will allow Casual Elder Dragon Highlander Wildflour Artisan Bakery [256 W children ages 2-5 the opportunity Free, Board Knight [228 W Main, 706.5373, boardknight.com] 6p Main, wildflourastisanbakery.com] to try T-ball, basketball, soccer, and more! $30-35, Decatur Indoor Fall League Elder Dragon Karaoke Sports Center (DISC) [1295 W Highlander Josh n Crown (Mo), A Bottle of CT Wood, www.decatur-parks.org] $6, Board Knight [228 W Main, (Tu), Karaoke/Dancing with Jacob 10-10:40a 706.5373, boardknight.com] 6p (We), Karaoke-rita with CT (Th), Karaoke/Dancing with Jacob (Fr), MTG Draft/Pokemon Draft Yu-Gi-Oh! Tournament Danrel & Funk DJ/Karaoke (Sa), Come out and test your drafting Advanced constructed. Come test Josh in a Bucket (Su). Cafe Brio prowess in one of our favorite your dueling skills against some [2880 N Oakland, 975.2746] 9p-2a ways to play MTG. $15, Hidden Lair [320 N State Hwy 121, Mt Zion, of the best duelists around. $5, Hidden Lair [320 N State Hwy 121, EVERY MONDAY 864.1851] 6p Mt Zion, 864.1851] 6p Preschool Tumbling Chess Club Ages 3-5. $36, Fletcher Park: Come and play - check mate!

Greg Bickers Doherty's Pub & Pins [242 E William Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 6:30p St] 6:30p

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October Events Star City Games $5, Board Knight [228 W Main, 706.5373, boardknight.com] 6:30p Open Mic Night Hosted by Matt Skinner Free, Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland, 424.4344, www. donnieshomespun.com] 9:30p Karaoke & Water Pong Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 10p-2a

EVERY WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY Tai Chi (thru 1.15) Maroa Public Library [305 Garfield St, Maroa, 794.3005, www.maroa. lib.il.us] 9-10a EVERY WEDNESDAYSATURDAY Docta LD DJ/Karaoke Curly's Bar & Pizza [2683 N Water, 875.9800] 9p-2a

Open Game Night Family-friendly group playing board, card, and role-playing games. Games available or bring your own. Board Knight [228 W Main, www.boardknight.com] 4p Board Game Gauntlet Every week there will be 2-3 games on the table. Take the challenge. Free, Hidden Lair [320 N State Hwy 121, Mt Zion, 864.1851] 5p Adult Co-ed Indoor Volleyball Leagues (thru 12.18) Park District's 6-on-6 indoor volleyball leagues. Teams play once a week with 8 games. $180 (team), Decatur Indoor Sports Center (DISC) [1295 W Wood, 429.3472, decatur-parks.org] 6-10p

Zumba Dancing and fitness come together. Coordination or being a good dancer is not required.

Registration required. $48, Fletcher EVERY THURSDAY Park: Recreation Center [400 S Mommy & Me Creative movement for 18mo-3yrs. Henderson St, Mt Zion, 864.5424, Registration required. $26, Fletcher www.mtzion.com] 6:30p Park: Recreation Center [400 S Open Gaming Henderson St, Mt Zion, 864.5424, Free, Hidden Lair [320 N State Hwy www.mtzion.com] 9a 121, Mt Zion, 864.1851] 7p Storytime Enjoy art activities, playtime, story Karaoke Free, Donnie's Homespun Pizza time, and snacks! Don't miss out on the fun! Ages 2-6. Maroa Public [126 S Oakland, 424.4344, www. donnieshomespun.com] 9p Library [305 Garfield St, Maroa, 794.3005, maroa.lib.il.us] 10-11a Soy City Sounds Karaoke with Troy Hayes. Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 9p-1a Stevie Ray Karaoke Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p

PUT ON YOUR BOOTS AND MOSEY ON OVER TO OUR

Hilltop Roundup

Saturday, October 11th 6-9 PM

Nelson Park Main Pavilion

with acoustic performance by country-rock band THIRD SHIFT benefiting Children’s Museum of Illinois

DJ David Lee Lock Stock & Barrel [129 S Oakland] 10p-2a

EVERY FRIDAY Casual Friday Magic Casual Format (CFM). $5, Hidden Lair [320 N State Hwy 121, Mt Zion, 864.1851] 5p Friday Night Magic Board Knight [228 W Main, 706.5373, boardknight.com] 6:30p Friday Night Magic Standard draft. $5-20, Hidden Lair [320 N State Hwy 121, Mt Zion, 864.1851] 6:30p

EVERY FRIDAY-SATURDAY Wine Tastings The Decanter Fine Wines [215 N Main St, 422.9463] 4-7p (Fr), 1-6p (Sa) Two Haunted Adventures: One Eerie Location Scream Haunted House & Scream Haunted Warehouse Tour. $10, Scream Haunted Adventure [680 W Eldorado St, 423.4222, www. decaturscream.com] 7-11p DJ Philbilly Feeling Lucky [3775 N Woodford] 9p

EVERY FRIDAY-SUNDAY Ice Skating Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza] 7:30-9:30p (Fr), 3:30-5:30p (Sa), 2:15-4:15p(Su) Haunted History Tour (begins 10.10) 3-hour tour of haunted Decatur!

Departs from the Avon Theatre. $30, Avon Theatre [426 N Water, haunteddecatur.com] 7p Extended Ghost Hunter's Tour of Haunted Decatur (begins 10.10) Extra hour of history and hauntings. $45, Avon Theatre [426 N Water, haunteddecatur.com] 8p

CHILI BAR BBQ S’MORES SEA

Dates, times and locations are subject to last-minute changes. When in doubt, call first!

Boo at the Zoo (10.17-10.31) Hundreds of jack-o'-lanterns guide you through the spooky treat stations. Take a ride on the Fright Night Express and the Endangered Species Carousel. Notso-spooky rides from 5:30-6:30p, $4.50 (collecting treats), $3.50 (not collecting), Scovill Zoo [71 S Country Club Rd, 421.7435, www. decatur-parks.org] 5:30-8p (Fr), 3-8p (Sa & Su) Halloween Fun Days (10.17-10.31) Kids in costume golf for free with a paid adult. Families of 4 can golf for $20. Join us! Overlook Adventure Mini Golf [2501 E Nelson Park Rd, 422.2316, decatur-parks.org] 4-9p

EVERY SATURDAY Saturday Produce Market (thru 10.11) Fresh fruits and vegetables grown

by Richland students, as well as local farmers. Richland Community College [One College Park, www. richland.edu] 8a-12p Super Saturday Recess (10.25-1.31) Kids ages 4-11 will enjoy an active Saturday morning at the DISC with activities including an open gym with inflatables, scooters, basketball, tumbling and more! $3.75 (child), Decatur Indoor Sports Center (DISC) [1295 W Wood, 429.3472, www.decaturparks.org] 10a-12p Kidz Day Cost Kaijudo, Pokemon, Magic The Gathering (MTG), Dice Masters. $515, Hidden Lair [320 N State Hwy 121, Mt Zion, 864.1851] 11a Saturday Night Commander (begins 10.11) We have some of the most experienced Commander players around and we are always willing to teach and help with decks. Free, Hidden Lair [320 N State Hwy 121, Mt Zion, 864.1851] 8p

EVERY SATURDAY-SUNDAY Homestead Prairie Farm Open House Visit the Homestead Prairie Farm, a restored 1860s farm house.

Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln] 1-4p EVERY SUNDAY Yu-Gi-Oh! Tournament Advanced constructed. Come test your dueling skills against some of the best duelists around. $5, Hidden Lair [320 N State Hwy 121, Mt Zion, 864.1851] 6p HeroClix Tourney Modern constructed/sealed. Come out and answer those superhero questions you have always had... who wins, Batman or Superman?

Come find out for yourself. $5-30, Hidden Lair [320 N State Hwy 121, Mt Zion, 864.1851] 6p

Wednesday, 1 Books Between Bites No Horizon is So Far: Two Women and their Historic Journey Across Antarctica By Liv Arnesen, Ann Bancroft and Cheryl Dahle. Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin, 424.2900, decaturlibrary.org] 12:15p Wednesday Women Re-energize & re-unite with friends at the renovated Lincoln Square Lounge. Spend a little time or the entire evening. This group welcomes all open-minded women. Lincoln Square Lounge [121 N Main St, 433.0834] 5-9p

10.1-10.25 Delightfully Frightful Artwork Delightfully Frightful Artwork of Chris Benavidas and Melanie Edmonson. RCC: Erlanson Gallery [One College Park] 12-4p Thursday, 2 Anniversary/Open House Free sample yoga classes, raffle, manduka sale 9 -1p, 4-7p. Free, Awakened Yoga [952 E Eldorado St] 9a-7p

ASONAL BEER and FULL BAR

Friday, 3 October National: Opening Reception Multi-media art exhibit featuring seventeen artists from IL & WI. Wide range of styles and subject matter. Creatively repurposed “Boots & Bras� as well as a special category of art honoring Breast Cancer Awareness. Madden Arts Center [125 N Water, 423.3189, www.decaturarts.org] 5-7:30p After 5 Live Eric Weatherford. Blue Connection [117 N Water St] 5:30-7:30p Eric Burgett-Blakemore Timbuktu [5843 E State Rt 38] 6p Hurricane Ruth AIW Hall [2882 N Dinneen St] 6p Plan B Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p Brian Mangan & Jason Free, Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland, 424.4344, www. donnieshomespun.com] 10p

10.3-10.4 4th Annual Chevrolet Hall of Fame Museum Classic Car & Memorabilia Auction $3, Progress City [E 6th Progress St, chevrolethalloffamemuseum.com] 4p (Fr - Preview ), 10a (Sa - Auction) Comedy Hour DJ Dangler with Carmen Morales. $10 (adv), $12 (day), Main Hangar Restaurant [910 S Airport Rd, 421.7452, mainhangarrestaurant. net] 8:30p

10.3-10.28 October National See listing above. Madden Arts Center [125 N Water, 423.3189, www.decaturarts.org] 8:30-4:30p (Mo-Fr), 10-2p (Sa)

PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS TODAY! $40 each or $75 per couple at CMofIL.ORG or call 423-KIDS Must be 21 years or older to attend.

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October Events Saturday, 4 Meridian Homecoming 5K $30, Meridian High School [728 S Wall, Macon, 764.5233] 8a

Outdoor Flea Market Rain date 10.5. The Drive-In Antique Mall [2895 N Oakland Ave, 877.8805] 9a-4p The Art of Fear Halloween themed gallery show, art activities for all ages. Panel discussion, The Art of Fear in Film, with actress Michelle Helmeczy (The Walking Dead, Scary Movie 5), make up artist Scott Mitchell (Face Off), scenic paint artist James Betts (Addams Family Values, Star Trek). Heroic Age Art Center [135 S Henderson, Mt Zion, 972.7867] 9a-6p, Panel times 10a, 1p, & 3p Run to End Alzheimer's 5K $25, Forsyth Park [501 Forsyth Parkway, Forsyth, 454.8213] 9:30a Walk to End Alzheimer's Forsyth Park [501 Forsyth Parkway, Forsyth, 801.9352, act.alz.org] 9:45-11a Fall Color Collage Use pressed, colorful fall leaves to create a collage that can be framed or mounted in a window to show off the natural colors. A short hike will lead you into the woodland to provide the best fall rainbow for framing. Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 10a Canoeing the Turtle Pond All equipment provided for this leisurely exploration of Turtle

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Sunday, 5 20th Anniversary Jazz Party Pond. Rock Springs Nature Center Music of the 20's-40's for listening and dancing. Featuring [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 1-4p the Anniversary All-Stars. Also appearing Miss Jubilee and the Humdingers. Door prizes.

DAMTA Duet Festival Buffet dinner at 4p. $35, Decatur Join us for a free recital of piano Conference Center & Hotel [4191 duets by American composers, performed by local piano students. US Hwy 36, 877.4527, www. juvaejazz.com] 2-7p MU: Kaeuper Hall [1184 W Main, 358.0860] 1p Forgotten Fruits of America Some fruits eaten in the 1800s Car Show have almost disappeared from Do you like classic cars? Want to our plates, gardens, orchards, and enter your car in the show? Bring seed catalogs. Rediscover and the whole family for an evening sample these delicious treats of of fun with cool cars, door prizes, the past. Free, Rock Springs Nature music, and food. All proceeds go to our youth missions trip to Haiti. Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 2p $5 (car entry), Antioch Christian Church [5409 E Rt 36, 864.3444] I Love the USA 4-7p Decatur Chordsmen annual concert. $5-10, Decatur Civic Kidd Kadillac Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza, Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 4p 428.2582] 2p Jermain Bollinger The Blues Deacons & Point 5 in Concert Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 3-6p Outdoor event with concessions. $10, First Free Will Baptist Church Millikin Symphonic [2709 N 27th Street] 5p Wind Ensemble Season Opening Concert Trivia Challenge 4-person teams. Prizes provided for Free, Kirkland Fine Arts Center [1184 W Main] 4p 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Everyone will have a chance to win several door prizes. $10 (person), Hidden Hydroponics for Lair [320 N State Hwy 121, Mt Zion, the Home Gardener Overview of hydroponic systems 864.1851] 7p that are suitable for small scale production. Fertilizer selection, Johnnie Mae & Noah's Back timing, and most suitable crops Alley Blues for use in a home hydroponic Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p system. Free, University of Illinois Extension, Macon County Office Gnu Kung Fu [3351 N President Howard Brown $3, Donnie's Homespun Pizza Blvd, web.extension.illinois.edu/ [126 S Oakland, 424.4344, www. dmp] 1:30p donnieshomespun.com] 10p

Dates, times and locations are subject to last-minute changes. When in doubt, call first!

International Festival/Open House History, monuments, geography, music and more will be covered.

International students will also be teaching common greetings from their home country. Light appetizers and global snacks will be served. MU: Richards Treat University Center [1184 W Main] 5-7p Annual Fall Concert Tabernacle Baptist Church [650 N Wyckles Rd] 7:30p Jason LeVasseur Millikin University [1184 W Main, jasonlevasseur.com] 8p

10.6 & 10.20 Kids Archery Shoot Enjoy archery in our indoor shooting range. Free (kids under 15), Archers Alley [3113 N 22nd St, 853.5961]

10.8-10.12 The Whipping Man Passover, 1865. The Civil War has just ended and Confederate Caleb DeLeon returns to Virginia to find his home destroyed, his family missing, and only two former slaves remaining. Badly wounded, Caleb must depend on the two men to save his life. $12-14, MU: Albert Taylor Theatre [1184 W Main, 424.6318, www.millikin.edu/ kirkland] 7:30p (We-Fr), 2p (Sa-Su)

Great Dates A couple's night out with free child care. Series message (6p), Plan private date (7-10p). First United Methodist Church [201 W North St,638.5545, www.connectedpairs. com] 6-10p

Thursday, 9 Book Club Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline. Argenta Public Library [100 E Water, Argenta, 795.2144, www. aopld.lib.il.us] 1:30p

Night at the Culver House Stories of Indian burial grounds, curses, mysterious fires, untimely deaths and murder have plagued the John Culver house for decades but ghost hunters have not been allowed to venture into the house in search of the resident spirits until now! $50, The Culver House [412 W Prairie, www. bumpinthenight.net] 9p-2a

Fire Truck Parade/Open House [Maroa] 7p

The Only Real Game An award-winning documentary film featuring Mt. Zion native Jeff Brueggemann illustrates how 10.7-10.8 America's pastime helps residents Mini-Camp: Y for Yellow of a remote Indian community rise Examine the natural world that stands out with vivid yellow colors! above civil war, drug problems, Bees, goldfinches, and sunflowers and disease. Avon Theatre [426 N Water] 7p are just waiting to be discovered.

With adult buddy. Register online.

Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Friday, 10 Nearing Ln] 1-2p (Tu, Ages 3-5), Student Run Ventures 9:30-10:30a (We, Ages 1-5) Alumni Event Featuring alumni works from Blue Connection, Ignite Studios, Pipe Wednesday, 8 Dreams Theatre, Bronzeman Books, Open Game Night Blue Satellite Press, Carriage House.

Bored on a Wednesday night with nothing to do? Join us for an Blue Connection [117 N Water St] evening of board game fun! Free, 5-8p Diamonds Family Restaurant [2959 N Oakland, www.decaturgamers. com] 5:30p

FunDMC Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p Male Revue Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p

The Martian Mellows Onward Forward, Pigeon, Dalton Kingsley, Nick Rainey. Ages 21+. $5, Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland, 424.4344, www. donnieshomespun.com] 10p

Saturday, 11 MTZ Armory & MTZ Auto Targeting the Cure 5K/10K, and 1-mile run that benefits breast cancer. $20 (adv), $25 (race day), Fletcher Park [400 S Henderson St, Mt Zion] 8a

October Events Craft Sale A variety of crafts, including items for the holiday season, will be sold, and lunch will be available.

Baked goods, candy, and home party sale items will be sold. Christ United Methodist Church [1503 N Summit, 423.4962] 9a-3p

Animal Crackers: Bump in the Night Children ages 3 - 5 learn about animals that call Australia home.

Participants will listen to a story about a platypus, enjoy a visit from a very small marsupial, and make a lil’ joey to take home. $9-10, Scovill Zoo [71 S Country Club Rd, 421.7435, www.decatur-parks.org] 9:30-10:15a & 11-11:45a Community Walk to Defeat Diabetes Free (donations accepted), Fairview Park [main.diabetes.org/ goto/decaturfrontiers] 10a Dulcimer Club Rediscover musical interests and talents. Bring your instrument, learn a new tune or simply enjoy the musical talents of our volunteers. Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 10a-12p

Sand Creak Trail Race 4.4 and 7.6 mile run. Challenging horse trails but wide paths. Could have up to 5 creek crossings.

Sand Creek Conservation Area [4000 S Franklin Street Rd, www. decaturrunningclub.com] 10a-1p Saturday Book Club We get the books and you read them! To register contact the library. Barclay Public Library [220 S Main St, Warrensburg, 672.3621, barclay.lib.il.us] 11a 3D Animal Archery Bring your own equipment or use ours. Rotate through life-like 3D targets featuring turkey, deer, and bears. Basic instruction is provided for less experienced archers. Ages 10+; register online. $5, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 2-4p Netrunner Jack In Come by and check out this awesome cyber punk world. Free, Hidden Lair [320 N State Hwy 121, Mt Zion, 864.1851] 3p Raise the Roof Talent Show Lampstand Presbyterian Church [655 S Airport Rd] 4-7p Hilltop Roundup Chili bar, BBQ, gourmet s'mores, seasonal beer and full bar. Acoustic performance by Third Shift. Must be 21+. $40 (ind), $75 (couple), Nelson Park [2475 E Pavilion Dr, 423.5437, cmofil.org] 6-9p

Lisa Knowles & The Brown Singers in Concert With special guest the Christian Brothers. $12 (adv), $15 (door), Decatur Civic Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza] 6:30-8:30p Broadway Star Sierra Boggess in Concert Since her Broadway debut in The Little Mermaid, Sierra has become one of the most sought after young artists in the New York and London theatre markets.

She dazzles audiences all over the world with her unique brand of charm, humor, and virtuosity. $20-$250, Kirkland Fine Arts Center [1184 W Main] 8p Shapeshifter Former members of Trash Martini.

Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p Illinois Nationals Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland, 424.4344, www. donnieshomespun.com] 10p Roc the Mic A night of live performances from some of central Illinois' finest Hip Hop artists. After midnight, club and Top40 music by DJ Dsign.

Racks (formerly Katz on Merchant) [112 N Merchant St] 10p

10.11 & 10.25 NFT Underground Flea Market Never Forgotten Thymes [726 E Cerro Gordo St, 649.6590] 9a-4p 10.11-10.12 Happily Ever After A fractured fairy tale that weaves together the stories of The Three Little Pigs, Goldilocks and The Three Bears, and Little Red

Dates, times and locations are subject to last-minute changes. When in doubt, call first!

Riding Hood in a delightful way.

Each story delivers a wonderful message to the audience and appeals to all ages. $12 (child - show/lunch), $15 (adult- show/ lunch), $5 (show only - child), $7 (show only- adult), Heartland Community Church: Grand Palace [3253 N Brush College Rd, midsummermoonproductions. com] 2p & 6p

Sunday, 12 Bluegrass Music Jams Bring your instrument, learn a new tune or simply enjoy the musical talents of our volunteers.

Free, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 1-4p Family Science Sunday: Weird Science!

Come out for a wild time as we learn about chemistry, how chemicals work and how to create things with them! Experiments include foam, ooze, and things that will possibly glow! Free with admission, Children's Museum of Illinois [55 S Country Club Rd, 423.5437, www.cmofil.org] 2-4p

Bacon - It Is Gooder Cooking school. We provide the recipes so you can follow along, take notes, ask questions. Chef Brian prepares the food and you get to enjoy. Pre-payment required. $27, Mari-Mann Herb Farm [1405 Mari-Mann Ln, 429.1555] 6-8p

Tuesday, 14 Open Mic Night with Antone & Friends Whether you play an instrument, sing, or just like to listen, join us.

It’s a great time for the whole family. Antioch Christian Church [5409 E US Rt 36, 864.3444, www. accdecatur.org] 6-9p Wednesday, 15 Cookie & Candy Exchange Bring 3 dozen cookies or candy for the exchange. Open to the public.

Make your reservation by calling the office. University of Illinois Extension, Macon County Office [3351 N President Howard Brown Blvd, 877.6042] 1p

Thursday, 16 DPL Book Club Mrs. Lincoln's Dressmaker by University Choir Jennifer Chiaverini. Decatur Public Alumni Concert Library [130 N Franklin, www.

Free, Central Christian Church [650 decaturlibrary.org] 1p W William] 2p Pioneer Life in Illinois Noah & The Back Alley Blues Visit an 1860s era house and Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 3-6p restored prairie to experience the life of pioneers in Illinois. Play Monday, 13 pioneer games and learn about School's Out Day Camp early settlement and farming.

Play games and take great field $15, Rock Springs Nature Center trips. Kids ages 5-13 will be well [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, supervised during the camp day maconcountyconservation.org] with an 8:1 student to staff ratio.

4-8p $32-37, Decatur Indoor Sports Center (DISC) [1295 W Wood, 429.3472, www.decatur-parks.org] 6:30a-6p

Friday, 17 Family Book Bash: The Bumpy Little Pumpkin With a pumpkin that is said to be too small and ugly, Little Nell sets out to proudly carve her pumpkin in this story by Margery Cuyler. This book teaches about individuality, friendship, and finding beauty in the imperfect. $1 (member), $6 (non-member), Children's Museum of Illinois [55 S Country Club Rd, 423.5437, cmofil.org] 10-11a 3rd Annual Chili, Soup Supper Chili, vegetable soup, hot dogs, served along with salad, dessert and drink. $8 (adult), $6 (child), Mt Calvary Lutheran Church [2055 S Franklin St, 428.0641] 4-7p Trivia Night Bi-annual event. Silent auction and BYO snacks to share with team members. Call or go online for details. $10 (seat), Decatur First Nazarene [1177 W Hickory Point Rd, 454.6844] 6-9p He Said Beer vs. She Said Wine Enjoy an evening of gourmet dining, including the competition between the craft beer and the fine wine served with each of the five dinner courses. Business casual attire. Auction available. $75, The Decatur Club [158 W Prairie, 422.4910, www.oglesbymansion. org] 6:30p Misconduct Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p Nerd Noize Buck Stickley, DoppelGanger, Wormhole. Ages 21+. $2, Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland, 424.4344, www. donnieshomespun.com] 10p

October Events 10.17-10.18 Comedy Hour The Fryman with Mat AlanoMartin. $10 (adv), $12 (day), Main Hangar Restaurant [910 S Airport Rd, 421.7452, mainhangarrestaurant.net] 8:30p

Games and activities for children. $8 (adult - food), $4 (child - food), Fairview Park [Pavilion #1, hsdmc. org] 11a-5p

X-Wing Demo An exciting dogfight simulator that puts the Rebels and the Empire of 10.17-10.19 & 10.24-10.26 Star Wars against each other. Free, Hidden Lair [320 N State Hwy 121, Monty Python's Spamalot Lovingly ripped off from the classic Mt Zion, 864.1851] 3p film Monty Python and the Holy Oakwood Street Festival Grail, Spamalot retells the legend Dave Hamilton Band, Murder of of King Arthur and his Knights of Crowes, Eric Burgett Band. Oakland the Round Table and features a bevy of beautiful show girls, killer & Main [Oakwood] 5-12a rabbits, French people, and other Run United 5K & Kids Fun Run silliness. $15-1000, RCC: Shilling Center [One College Park, theatre7. Inaugural Run United Event! 5K point-to-point run beginning in net] 7:30p (Fr-Sa), 2p (Su) Fairview Park & ending at Fleet Feet Sports. After-party at Fleet Saturday, 18 Feet. Shuttle to Fairview from JamFest For aspiring young musicians who Fleet Feet 4-4:45p. $35, Fairview Park [Pavilion #2, 422.8537, www. want to play with their peers and make new connections with other uwdecatur.org] 5-8p musicians from Central Illinois.

Participants will be featured in the Cruisin' Eldo closing JamFest Bash performance Several area car clubs will gather at their favorite Eldo hangouts. at 4p. Ages 11-18. $30-35 (ind), $100-120 (bands of 4-5 members), [454.3531] 6p Millikin University [1184 W Main, Voodoo Lounge Blues Band www.decatur-parks.org] 9a-5p Elmer's Old Time Inn [2550 E William St] 8p-12a Furry Friends Chili FUNraiser Chili, hot dog, chips, and drink.

Darkness Inside - Soy City Rock of Ages band (1:30-4:30p), Stranglers - Grays Divide Sally the Clown (11-1p), 50/50 Prairieland A.B.A.T.E. [1901 N drawing, raffles, silent auction.

Railroad Ave] 9p

Midnight Fishing Fish the cattail ponds at night.

Reservations required. Ages 8+. $5, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 10p-12a

Sunday, 19 Benefit for Mike Schoneman Food, bake sale, kid's activities, 50/50, silent auction, raffles. Music provided by DJ Rick Rambo, Mark Hann, Hybrid Vybe, Jonny Vodka, Gutterbound. AIW Hall [2882 N Dinneen St] 12-8p Games of England Join in some traditional English games in celebration of Thomas Price, an English immigrant who lived at Homestead Prairie Farm in 1860. Free, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 2p Black Magic Johnson Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 3-6p Couples/Singles Dance Band: BAM! $10, Knights of Columbus Hall [520 E North St, 875.3090, www.dancingdates. com] 5-8p

Tuesday, 21 Garden Club: Creating Fairy Gardens Learn how to plant a fairy garden inside for the winter with various containers and themes. After the program will be a tasting luncheon. First Lutheran Church [250 W Decatur St, www.facebook. com/gardenclubofdecatur] 10:30a Too Cute to Spook Decatur IL Moms host their 4th annual costume party. Children's Museum of Illinois [55 S Country Club Rd, cmofil.org] 5-7:30p

Dates, times and locations are subject to last-minute changes. When in doubt, call first!

Wheel Throwing Play in the mud and create your own masterpiece. Ages 16+. $52, Heroic Age Art Center [135 S Henderson, Mt Zion, 864.5424, www.mtzion.com] 6:30p

10.22-10.23 Mini-Camp: O for Orange Learn about the plants and animals who use the color orange, such as bird’s beaks, duck’s feet, and butterfly’s wings. With adult buddy. Register online. Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln] 1-2p (Tu, Ages 3-5), 9:30-10:30a (We, Ages 1-5) Friday, 24 Cruise In and Show Fun Time Cruisers and the Early Idlers Car Clubs passing out candy and lots of fun, too! They dress in costume and take part in the night's fun right along with the crowds. Scovill Zoo [71 S Country Club Rd, earlyidlers.com] 5-8p Happy Halloween Costume Party Dress up in your weirdest, scariest or most beautiful costume and join us for a fun-filled evening of art, movies, dancing, face painting, costume contest, games and prizes! Drop off the kids (ages 6+) or join the fun as a fam (ages < 6). $20, Madden Arts Center [125 N Water, 423.3189, www.decaturarts. org] 6-9p Haunted Halloween Bash Costumes welcomed, appetizer bar and prizes for best costume and best couples costume.

Featuring Rosetta Stone. Ages 21+. $15-18, Mt Zion Convention Center [1400 Mt Zion Parkway, Mt Zion, 864.5424] 8p-12a

The Ruse Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p Dropper, Fifth Wall, BenJahmin, LynX, Krimsun Ages 21+. $5, Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland, 424.4344, www.donnieshomespun.com] 10p

Breakfast - Friends of Argenta Donation, Old Grade School [275 N Kenwood, Argenta] 8-10a

10.24-10.25 Percussion Halloween Concert MU: Albert Taylor Theatre [1184 W Main] 7:30p (Fr), 4p & 6p (Sa)

Spook Shoot 15, 3-D animal targets who will be more "spooky" appearing than usual. Winner receives 1/2 the earnings from the shoot. $10 (car), Decatur Archery Club [1335 N Country Club Rd, www.facebook. com/thedecaturarcheryclub] 8a-12p

The Rocky Horror Picture Show Some props allowed. Prop bags for sale. Come in costume. Our annual costume bash. $10, Avon Theatre [426 N Water, theavon.com] 12a

Macon County Heart & Stroke Walk Free (participants encouraged to collect donations), Fairview Park [899.6985, www.heart.org] 9a-12p

10.24-10.25 & 10.31-11.2 [Title of Show] Struggling writers Hunter and Jeff race against a deadline to enter an original musical into a theatre festival. With the help of their two friends, Susan and Heidi, the group must overcome insecurities, mutual tensions, and writers block. $12, Pipe Dreams Studio Theatre [1099 W Wood St, 424.6318] 7:30p (Fr & Sa), 2p (Su)

Dulcimer Club Rediscover musical interests and talents. Bring your instrument, learn a new tune or simply enjoy the musical talents of our volunteers. Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, maconcountyconservation.org] 10a-12p

Saturday, 25 October-Con Quick sketch, drawings, best character in costume contests.

Critiques, discussions about colorizing, character rigging, 3D design and animation. Comic giveaways, prizes. Demos: computer animation, tablet use.

Exhibits of comics, technology, art. RCC: National Sequestration Education Center [One College Park] TBD

Finders Flea Market Come and enjoy shopping and exploring lots of unique oneof--kind finds, styles for you and your home, the best of old and new and some yummy treats, too. Lions Center Pavilion [1595 W Main St, Mt Zion, www. jumpjiveproductions.com] 10a-4p

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October Events Halloween Hoopla Calling all ghosts and goblins!

Visit our cobweb castle dressed in Halloween attire, or come as you are and enjoy the festivities. Roast s'mores by the bonfire, make a craft, collect treats and complete the scavenger hunt for a chance to win prizes! $1 (member), $6 (non-member), Free (under 2), Children's Museum of Illinois [55 S Country Club Rd, 423.5437, cmofil. org] 10a-8p Kids Running for Kids Fun run for kids, families, and supporters of the Ronald McDonald House Charities. Come in costume. Short sprint for the tots 1 mile,3 mile walk/run at you own pace. Free (donations appreciated), Forsyth Park [501 Forsyth Parkway, Forsyth] 10a

Soul Purpose Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 4p

The Driftaways, Trent Giger Ages 21+. $5, Donnie's Homespun Pizza [126 S Oakland, 424.4344, www.donnieshomespun.com] 10p

10.25-10.26 Little Blue Basketball Camp Players in grades K-6 learn new skills in this two-day camp focusing on teamwork, dribbling, passing, and shooting. $42-50, Decatur Indoor Sports Center (DISC) [1295 W Wood, www.

JWA Trivia or Treat Cash prize, silent auction, costume decatur-parks.org] 12-2p contests. $20 (person), $60 (team Sunday, 26 of 4), $100 (team of 8), SkyWalker Fall Harvest Festival International Sports Complex Antique tractor show, crafts, & [400 E Eldorado St, 254.3420, juniorwelfare.webs.com] 6:30-10p face painting. Take aim at lifelike 3D targets. Take a guided trail walk through the forest to see Trivia Night costumed interpreters and hear Food and beverages available legends about creatures of the for purchase. Raffles and other games. Cash prizes for top 3 teams. forest, ponds, and prairies. Register Contact mbballinger@gmail.com online for walk. $4 (day of reg for for more information. $100 (team walk), $3.50 (adv reg for walk), Free (< 6), Rock Springs Nature of 10), The Decatur Club [158 W Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, Prairie] 6:30p maconcountyconservation.org] Brian Shartzer as Garth Brooks 1-4p A show with power you don't Fall Choral Concert want to miss. $10, Decatur Civic Free, Central Christian Church [650 Center [1 Gary K Anderson Plaza, W William] 2p & 4p 422.6161] 7p Haunted Trails Haunted hay ride through the spooky woods. Decatur Archery Club [1335 N Country Club Rd, 358.3033, www.facebook.com/ thedecaturarcheryclub] 6-10p

Preschool Peepers: Bats in the Belfry Did you know bats are the only mammal that can fly? Learn what bats like to eat and what they do when they fly at night. Register online. Ages 3-5 with an adult buddy. Free, Rock Springs Nature Center [3939 Nearing Ln, 423.7708, MDSO - Silvan Negrutiu, Piano maconcountyconservation.org] Kirkland Fine Arts Center [1184 W 10a Main] 7:30p Cactus Ranch & Chicken Dinner VFW Post 99 [925 N Water St] 4-8p Jonny Vodka & .08 Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p Matt Ellis AIW Hall [2882 N Dinneen St] 9p

James Millikin Homestead Open House $2 (adult), $.50 (child), Millikin Homestead [125 N Pine] 2-4p Oglesby Mansion Open House Encounter the lives of its family members, discover their late nineteenth-century lifestyle, and soak up the exquisite architecture of the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J Oglesby. $2 (adult), Free (members), Oglesby Mansion [421 W William, www. oglesbymansion.org] 2-4p

Dates, times and locations are subject to last-minute changes. When in doubt, call first!

Trunk or Treat Festival Wear your costume and collect tons of candy. We will also have games, a bounce house, prizes, and more. Antioch Christian Church [5409 E US Rt 36, 864.3444, www.accdecatur.org] 3-5p

Halloween Fun Days Kids in costume golf for free with a paid adult. Families of 4 can golf for $20. Join us! Overlook Adventure Mini Golf [2501 E Nelson Park Rd, 422.2316, decaturparks.org] 4-9p

Albert Castiglia Pop's Place [4335 W Main St] 3-6p

10.27- 11.10 Bomber Nose Art

By Dan McQuality. RCC: Erlanson Gallery [One College Park] 12-4p

Cross Country Twosome Relay 1/2 mile tot trot, 2 mile, 4 mile. $1 (tot trot), $5 (relay), Fairview Park [www.decatur-parks.org] 4p Some Enchanted Evening Features the music of Rodgers & Hammerstein in a nightclub atmosphere. Students from Millikin's Department of Theatre and Dance will entertain along with musicians. $85, MU: Richards Treat University Center [1184 W Main] 6p Two Haunted Adventures: One Eerie Location Scream Haunted House & Scream Haunted Warehouse Tour. $10, Scream Haunted Adventure [680 W Eldorado St, 423.4222, www. decaturscream.com] 7-10p

Monday, 27 Millikin Symphonic Wind Ensemble & High School Honor Band Kirkland Fine Arts Center [1184 W Main] 6p

Tuesday, 28 DPL Non-Fiction Book Club Wannabe U: Inside the Corporate University by Gaye Tuchman.

Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin, decaturlibrary.org] 1p Open Game Night Family-friendly group playing board, card, and role-playing games. Games available or bring your own. Mancinos Pizza and Grinders [2805 N Main, www. decaturgamers.com] 5:30p Painting Home Décor Canvas Painting. $ 25, Fletcher Park: Recreation Center [400 S Henderson St, Mt Zion, 864.5424, www.mtzion.com] 6:30p

Wednesday, 29 Just a Guy by William Horton Local author introducing his book, a memoir, about what it is like to be an ordinary man, from an ordinary family, living his life in Central Illinois, surrounded by other ordinary folk. Decatur Public Library [130 N Franklin, www. decaturlibrary.org] 3p

Friday, 31 Trunk or Treat Forsyth United Methodist Church [210 Ruehl St, Forsyth] TBD Trick or Trunk Four Star Restaurant & Diner [1100 N State Highway 121, Mt Zion, earlyidlers.com] 5-8p Harvestfest Carnival games and prizes, food, giveaways. Trunk or Treat. 2-6 Grade. Heartland Community Church [3253 N Brush College Rd, www.heartlandcc.net] 6-8p Trick N' Trunk Wear your costumes and bring your goodie collecting gear. You are sure to have a great time visiting with us and our family. Mt Calvary Lutheran Church [2055 S Franklin St, 428.0641] 6-8p Trunk-R-Treat Southshores Christian Church [230 Bristol Dr, 428.5683] 6-8p Halloween Party Prizes and giveaways. DJ Philbilly.

No cover, Feeling Lucky [3775 N Woodford] 9p Prince Night $500 in prizes. $5 cover, Sliderz [5995 E Route 36] 9p

Spookapalooza Houdini Séance Live on the stage of the Haunted Avon Theater in Decatur, Illinois! It will be an event like no other you 10.27-10.31 have ever attended before as we Boo at the Zoo try and reach beyond the grave Hundreds of Jack-o'-lanterns and contact the famed magician guide you through the spooky and escape artist Harry Houdini! treat stations. Take a ride on the Trunk or Treat $10-50, Avon Theatre [426 N Water, Fright Night Express and the Candy, bounce houses, prizes & Endangered Species Carousel. Not- much more! Come in a “fright-free” haunteddecatur.com] 10p so-spooky rides from 5:30-6:30p. costume for a safe night of fun! $4.50 (collecting treats), $3.50 Tabernacle Baptist Church [650 N (not collecting), Scovill Zoo[71 S Wyckles Rd] 6-8p Country Club Rd, 421.7435, www. decatur-parks.org] 5:30-8p

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Decatur Gets a KICK out of FootGolf Written by Heather Meadows Photography by Elizabeth Highcock Good news, Decatur! We now have a brand new way to burn calories with family and friends, meet new people and have an hour or so of fun…all while learning a new sport.

This fascinating new activity merges soccer and golf into one. It’s called FootGolf, and it’s become quite the hit in our area.

Many of you have probably never heard of the term “FootGolf” before, but while it’s brand new to our area, it isn’t new to our country and other parts of the world. The exact origins of FootGolf are unclear, but it is known that the

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first 9-hole FootGolf tournament, played as it is played today, took place in the Netherlands in 2009. It was introduced to the United States by the American FootGolf League, AFGL, in 2010. It’s a serious and recognized sport, complete with a World Cup that took place among eight countries, including the United States, in Budapest, Hungary, in 2012.

Colin Bonner, Midstate Soccer Coaching Director, teamed up with the Decatur Park District to kick off FootGolf here in our community. Colin’s enthusiasm is evident, and he hopes this activity thrives here. He said, “The only areas near us that offer FootGolf are Peoria and Chicago.” We can participate in all of this excitement and become FootGolf athletes, right here in Decatur, Illinois!

Are you ready to play? You can leave your golf clubs at home, but grab your soccer ball and head to the golf course. FootGolf is currently offered at Hickory Point Golf Course.

The course you’ll play on has nine par 3 holes and varies in distance from 28-60 yards. Score is kept similarly to golf as players kick soccer

balls down the fairway. The goal is to kick the soccer ball toward the checkered flag and into a cup in as few shots as possible. This sport can be played by teams or as individual competitors. Do you want to hear the best part? It’s completely free! Bring your own soccer ball, or rent one with a $3 deposit.

When you return the ball, you get your money back. Score cards are available on site.

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F ootgolf from page 3 1 Colin has received positive feedback about the sport and the course. He says a family of four can complete a game in about 45 minutes, which is similar to a round of mini golf, and anyone can play this game. The rules are easy to follow, and it’s something families can participate in together and anyone can win. Although FootGolf in Decatur is still in its infancy, Colin hopes that it will really catch on here and expansion will be necessary. If that’s the case, he has a plan. “In the future, maybe we’ll have an 18-hole course.” He’s also considering having a FootGolf tournament in the spring.

Balls can be kicked up to 2 meters behind the round markers, and the player farthest from the hole is the first kicker after the kickoff.

The only time a ball can be lifted and a spot marked is if it’s blocking a competitor’s kick.

If your ball happens to land in water, it may be retrieved; however, you’ll receive a penalty stroke. Lastly, a ball can only be picked up for cleaning or replacement when it’s on the green.

Now you’re ready to play ball. You’ll get a kick out of this new-to-Decatur sport, and be glad you gave it a shot!

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The Rules Let’s cover a few basic rules. Clearly mark your ball before play so that there’s no confusion as to which ball belongs to you. The ball is to be played in a single movement, which means your foot must be clearly behind the ball before your first kick. Once the ball has come to a complete halt, then play can begin.

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Hickory Point Golf Course 727 W. Weaver Rd., Decatur For questions, a course map, detailed rules or general information contact the Decatur Park District at www.decatur-parks.org or 217-4225911.

Colin recommends visiting www.afgl.us for information and videos.

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