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BALLOON FEST 2016 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS SATURDAY, AUGUST 20

FRIDAY, AUGUST 19 3:00 p.m. ................Gates Open, Craft Fair / Food Concessions Open 3:30 p.m. ................... Opening Ceremony: CHS Marching Showcase 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. ...................“Liberty Road Band” (Picnic Tent) 5:00 p.m.(approx.) ............................................Balloonists Enter Park 6:00 p.m. ..............................................................BALLOON RACE* 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.................... Tethered Balloon Rides (Tentative) 7:30 p.m. .............................................................BALLOON GLOW* 8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.........USAF Band of Mid-America “Starlifter” (Main Stage) 10:00 p.m. ......................................................................FIREWORKS

6:00 a.m. ....................................Gates & Limited Concessions Open 6:30 a.m. ..............................................................BALLOON RACE* 9:00 a.m. ..................................... Craft Fair & All Concessions Open 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. ....................... Children’s Activity Area Opens (Inﬂatables Noon – 4:00 p.m. All activities FREE w/paid admission.) 11:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. ENTERTAINMENT UNDER PICNIC TENT 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. .......................... “The Epics” (Picnic Tent) 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.......................................... “Beatle Brothers” (Beatles Tribute Band) (Picnic Tent) 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m..................... “American Lion” (Picnic Tent) 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m................. “The Presswoods: Ian and Allan” (Top 40) (Picnic Tent) 12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m........................................... Car Show / Display 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m........Visit with St. Louis Cardinal’s “Fredbird” Country Bob’s Food Tent 1:00 p.m. ................................................Centralia Martial Arts Academy Okinawan Karate Demonstrations (South of Catﬁsh Pond.) 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m................... Tethered Balloon Rides ((Tentative) 7:30 p.m. .............................................................BALLOON GLOW* 8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m..................................................“Retro Boogie” (Pop, Soul & Top 40’s) (Main Stage)

SUNDAY, AUGUST 21 6:00 a.m. .....................................Gates & Limited Concessions Open 6:30 a.m. ..............................................................BALLOON RACE* 9:00 a.m. ...................................... Craft Fair & All Concessions Open 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m....Cardboard Boat Building (West of Catfish Pond) 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m..ENTERTAINMENT UNDER PICNIC TENT 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.........“Shakey Dave” (Picnic Tent)(Country/Polka) 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. ...................... “Jamie Nattier” (Picnic Tent) 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. ............................ “Denmark” (Picnic Tent) 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. ....................... Children’s Activity Area Opens (Inflatables Noon – 4:00 p.m. All activities FREE w/paid admission.) 12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. ...............................Corvette Club Car Display 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. ............... Cardboard Boat Races (Catfish Pond) 6:00 p.m. ................................................. FINAL BALLOON RACE*

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Chairman of Balloon Fest 2016

Dear B allo on Fest Attendees, Welcome to Balloon Fest 2016! My name is Dan Laquet, and I am this year’s Balloon Fest Chairman. I have also served on the Chamber of Commerce board of directors for the past four years. My wife Vicki, children Adam and Sarah, and I moved to Centralia 28 years ago. I remember our family

attending the very first Balloon Fest shortly thereafter, and having a great time! Little did I know that I would be the chairman of this event so many years later with my grandchildren, Tristan and Savannah, helping out and enjoying the festivities! On behalf of the Greater Centralia Chamber of Commerce, major sponsors, balloon sponsors, other sponsors and contributors, our entire steering committee, and the hundreds of community volunteers who have dedicated so much of their time and energy, I would like to personally welcome you to the 27th Anniversary of the Centralia Balloon Fest! It has been a great joy and blessing for me to work

Bob Kelsheimer

Executive Director of the Centralia Chamber of Commerce As Chamber of Commerce Director I want to welcome all of you to our 27th annual hot air balloon extravaganza, Balloon Fest! I can tell you this event is eagerly anticipated each year by thousands who not only live here but by out of town visitors who also make this an annual outing. Each year family reunions

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with such an outstanding group of Centralia residents over the last three years. Our theme for this year’s event is “Let Your Spirit Soar.” Like the 40 magnificent balloons that will fill the skies over Centralia this weekend, I hope your spirits will be lifted up by participating in and enjoying the many activities offered during this fun-filled event! In addition to the regular balloon lineup, we will have some special shape balloons like the Purple People Eater, and the Haunted Mansion. (I’ve heard that it is quite spooktacular!) Be sure to attend the Balloon Glows Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 pm. It is one of the best photo opportunities of the weekend, and beautiful to watch! There will be many activities going on in the park all weekend. The children’s

area will have inflatable jumps, craft tables, face painting, games, puzzles and entertainment, plus the very popular CN Little Obie train and Wamac Little Toot will be providing train rides for young and old. We will have car shows on both Saturday and Sunday for all of the auto enthusiasts. If you enjoy crafts, then you won’t want to miss our large craft fair. It’s a great place to do some early Christmas shopping! If you don’t mind getting wet, the cardboard boat race is a really fun event for spectators and participants alike. Under the Family Picnic Tent there will be entertainment to enjoy throughout the weekend with a very nice seating area where you can enjoy tasting all of the great food from the many food vendors, or just sit back and relax.

We are extremely proud to have the United States Air Force Band of MidAmerica’s pop group, “Starlifter,” performing on our main stage Friday evening from 8:30 to 10 p.m. The Starlifters are a seven-piece group of talented Airman Musicians. The group performs music from virtually every genre: rock, pop, jazz, country, and patriotic songs. They perform the best in popular music from the 70’s to the most current sounds at the top of today’s music charts. Whether performing for a head of state, our troops at home or abroad, or before a capacity crowd at Balloon Fest, the Starlifters reflect the heritage and pride of our great nation and the United States Air Force. They will be immediately followed by a spectacular fireworks display.

We are pleased to present “Retro Boogie” on our main stage Saturday evening from 8:30 to 10 p.m. They play everything from way back when to top 40 hits including pop, rock, R&B, disco, and soul. This sixpiece high energy group will have you stomping your feet and grooving to the beat with the vocal talents of sisters Roz Moore and Bev Boyd. Your musical ride will be funky-fabulous, yet classy! Retro Boogie promises to deliver an enjoyable non-stop musical experience for all guests, young and old! I am looking forward to seeing all of you at Balloon Fest this weekend! Foundation Park is the perfect setting for this fabulous event!

are planned and vacations are centered around our event, and we have visitors from around the country and even international visitors come to enjoy Balloon Fest. Of course Balloon Fest isn’t just about balloons all though they are the stars of the show; there is much more to enjoy all weekend when the balloons are not being showcased. Our beautiful Foundation Park is the perfect setting for you to enjoy the extensive craft

show, our food row and the many children’s activities including train rides on CN’s Little Obie and the Wamac Little Toot train, all of which is free with paid admission. You won’t want to miss the car shows on Saturday and Sunday and the fun for all ages Cardboard Boat Races on Sunday at Catfish Pond. For those who enjoy live entertainment there will be almost nonstop music under the Family Picnic Tent and on Friday evening

on our main stage enjoy the ever popular Starlifter Air Force Band followed by our huge fireworks show. You won’t want to miss this: For the first time ever at Balloon Fest, the Retro Boogie Band from St. Louis will be playing your favorites from the 70’s, 80’s and more. Balloon Fest has something for everyone and is presented in a family friendly format. On behalf of the Greater Centralia Chamber of Commerce and its Board of Directors and

staff I want to thank all of our sponsors and our 700 plus volunteers who make our event possible I hope you enjoy the weekend and plan to return each year!

Dan Laquet

Best Regards and Happy Landings, Bob Kelsheimer

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BALLOON FEST STEERING COMMITTEE

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: Event Chairman: Dan Laquet; Patty Williams, 1st Vice Chair; DJ Justice, 2nd Vice Chair BPW (Soda & Ice): Tina Suarez, Co-Chair; Bethany Hall, Co-Chair BRUNCH: Tim Altadonna, Chair; Karisa Neudecker, Vice Chair CAR SHOW: Patty Graham, Chair; Rebecca Wilkins, Vice Chair CHAMBER TENT: Sheree Jones, Chair; Karen Rogers, Vice Chair CHILDREN’S GAMES: Tracy Francois, Chair; Karisa Neudecker, Vice Chair; Mark Schmale, CN Rep. for Little Obie CRAFTS: Pam Logullo, Co-Chair; Nikki Holland, Co-Chair; Dennis Krupp, Co-Vice Chair; Marcus Holland, Co-Vice Chair; ENTERTAINMENT: Bob Jackson, Chair; Burke Davies, Vice Chair; Pam Schaeffer, Assistant FOOD: JJ DeMattei, Chair; Craig Freels, Vice Chair GATES & FINANCE: Leslie Beard, Chair; Kim Hocking, Vice Chair GROUNDS – MAINTENANCE: Josh Berger, Chair; Mandy Smith, Vice Chair LIFT OFF PARTY: Tim Altadonna, Chair; Karisa Neudecker, Vice Chair PARK ANNOUNCERS: Mark Beckmeyer, Announcer PARKING LOT: Mimi Hawkins, Chair PILOT LIASON: Patty Williams, Chair PILOT REGISTRATION / PILOT SUNDAY NIGHT PARTY Geni Zibby, Chair; Ashley Marcum, Vice Chair PUBLICITY / PUBLIC RELATIONS: Greater Centralia Chamber of Commerce Office and Balloon Fest Executive Committee SITE: David Sachtleben, Chair; Denny Kuhn, Electrical; Mike McMillan, Electrical SIGNS/BANNERS: Greg Reichenbacher, Chair; Kaitlyn Kuder, Vice Chair TETHER RIDES: Becky Castellari, Chair TRAFFIC/TRANSPORTATION: Executive Committee VOLUNTEERS / GATES: Jennifer Sursa, Co-Chair; Christy Williams, Co-Chair Sharon Schwartz, Co-Vice Chair; Hannah Wood, Co-Vice Chair CHAMBER OFFICE: Carol Flanigan, Administrative Asst.; Bob Kelsheimer, Executive Director; Fay Vaccaro, Office Assistant

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Balloon Fest 2016 Entertainment

U.S.A.F. Band of Mid-America

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Friday, Aug. 19 • 8:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m. Main Stage The United States Air Force Band of Mid-America’s pop group, Starlifter, is a seven-piece group of talented Airman Musicians. The group performs virtually every musical idiom, from Rock and Pop to Jazz and Country, to great contemporary and traditional patriotic songs. Starlifter features the best in popular music from the 1970’s to the most current sounds at the top of today’s charts. Because of their unique

and diverse programs, the musicians of Starlifter are in great demand both at home and abroad. This group was an overwhelming success in a recent three month deployment to South West Asia in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and New Dawn. They visited six countries, entertaining and raising the morale of United States servicemen and women, coalition forces and civilians. Starlifter also went on a four

month humanitarian and civic assistance deployment to seven Central and South American and Caribbean countries. They performed for more than 34,000 people in over 90 performances. Starlifter is a component of the United States Air Force Band of Mid-America, the musical ambassador of the Air Mobility Command. Formerly known as the Air Force Band of Mid-America, the Military Airlift Command

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Band, and the AMC Band of Mid-America, the United States Air Force band of Mid-America was established in 1942 at Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. In 1960, the band began working from its present home at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, as the principal representative of the Military Air Transport Service and the Military Airlift Command, both predecessors of Air Mobility Command. In any given year, the United States Air

Force Band of Mid-America and its component units perform more than 400 engagements for over one million people. Starlifter's musical versatility provides an exciting event for audiences overseas, our nation's top leaders, festivals, or enthusiastic crowds at a summer park concert. In the tradition of their namesake, the C-141 Starlifter transport jet, this combo's high-energy music transports its listeners to a higher plane.

Members are as follows: Noncommissioned Officer in Charge and vocalist, Technical Sergeant Keisha Gwin; vocalist, Airman 1st Class Derek Wilson; guitar, Airman 1st Class Josiah Joyce; piano / keyboard, Staff Sergeant Charles Cothran; bass, Technical Sergeant Joshua Holdridge; drums, Airman 1st Class Joshua Dick; audio engineer, Technical Sergeant Anthony Balester.

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TETHERED BALLOON RIDES!

Kevin Knapp: Balloonmeister Kevin Knapp, pilot of the Army and Mayflower Balloons, will serve as Balloonmeister over the 27th annual event. Kevin is a professional balloon pilot with 26 years experience. He has logged over 1,550 hours flying in multiple events in 38 states and 4 countries including the U.S. Kevin has the distinction of having been named the winner of the Centralia Balloon Fest High Fly Cup award in its inaugural year, 1997. He is recognized by the pilots and the community of Centralia as an “Ambassador of Life and of Ballooning.” The term “Balloonmeister” originated in Europe and means Master Balloonist. The Balloonmeister must organize and oversee all activities involving the balloons. He is responsible for coordinating the balloon pilots and making sure all goes as planned. He schedules the races, checks the weather reports, conducts the pilot meetings and chooses the type of scoring races. In addition, throughout the weekend, Kevin will be busy doing “behind the scenes” work to make sure everyone has an enjoyable Balloon Fest weekend in Centralia.

Tentative Times: Friday, August 19 *6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Saturday, August 20 *6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Cost is $10 per person for adults and children.

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Balloon Fest 2016 Entertainment Pop, Soul & Top 40's

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Saturday, Aug. 20 • 8:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m. Main Stage Hey, don't let the cool name fool you! Retro Boogie plays everything from way-back-when to top 40, including pop, R&B, disco, soul and rock. This 6-piece high energy group will have you stomping your feet and grooving to the beat with the vocal talents of sisters (yep, real sisters) Roz Moore & Bev Boyd. These sisters even let the guys in the back sing, too! Your musical ride will be funky-fabu-

lous, yet classy! Retro Boogie promises to deliver an enjoyable non-stop musical experience to all your guests, young and old! Members of Retro Boogie have traveled the world playing with national artists as well as local acts, have won awards for their music and writing abilities in this field and are featured on many recordings! Retro Boogie band places emphasis on having

fun with audience participation and costume changes. Retro Boogie provides professional sound and lighting and specializes in wedding receptions, festivals, corporate events, birthday parties, and clubs. They can and will add horns to their performance as well. Retro Boogie will take the Main Stage at Balloon Fest 2016 from 8:30 to 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 20.

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Children’s Activities

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY Foundation Park Centralia IL AUGUST 20 – 21 All activities are free with admission but children must be accompanied by an adult.

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10:00 a.m..................Children’s Area Opens – Face Painting, Crafts and Games 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. .. CN Railroad Safety Tent and “Little Obie” Train Rides 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.. ...................... City of Wamac’s “Little Toot” Train Rides 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.. ......................................................Inﬂatable Jumps Open 12:30 p.m. ..........................................................Southern Illinois Elite Tumbling 1:00 p.m. ........................................ Martial Arts Demo Located by Catﬁsh Pond 3:00 p.m. ................................................ Altitude Kids Praise and Worship Team 4:00 p.m. ................................................................Children’s Activity Area Closes

12:00 p.m. ................Children’s Area Opens – Face Painting, Crafts and Games 12:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. .. CN Railroad Safety Tent and “Little Obie” Train Rides 12:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.. ...................... City of Wamac’s “Little Toot” Train Rides 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.. ...................................................... Inﬂatable Jumps Open 1:00 p.m. ...................................................... Ashley Taylor singing Disney songs 4:00 p.m. ............................................................. Children’s Activity Area Closes

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BALLOON FEST 2016 CARDBOARD BOAT RACE INSTRUCTIONS 1. Each boat must be made from only the contents of one Boat Kit (which will be provided); and must be made on site. 2. Boats will be powered by a canoe paddle provided. If you lose your paddle you can use your arms. 3. Each driver must wear a Coast Guard approved personal floatation device. If you have your own life jacket please bring it along. 4. One driver per boat and the driver must wear shoes. The minimum age for a driver is 10 years old. 5. A Waiver of Liability must be signed by a parent or guardian for ANY participant under the age of 18 years old. 6. All participants building or driving must sign a liability waiver. If you are over 21 you may list your age as “over 21.” 7. The race is limited to 32 entries. 8. The Entertainment Chairman may add additional teams or change any of the rules that he/she deems appropriate. 9. The boat races will begin at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 21.

Welcome to Balloon Fest

2016

After You Leave The Park Come Cool Off With Us And Enjoy A New Oven Baked Funnel Cake

With choice of caramel, hot fudge or strawberry topping.

Blizzard of the Month

Places awarded will be: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and Most Spectacular Sinking

Royall York R New Y N Cheesecake Blizzard

Cheesecake pieces and graham blended with creamy vanilla soft serve then filled with a perfectly paired strawberry center.

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Centralia Dairy Queen

427 S. Poplar • Centralia • 532-0716

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Celebrating Over 50 Years In Business The elipse shaped logo is a trademark of Am. D.Q. Corp. Mpls., MN. Printed in USA

welcome all visitors & balloonists! Sunday: All-You-Can-Eat Fried Chicken $

1099 All Day!

(Includes mashed potatoes, vegetable & a dinner roll)

Monday: Wing Special 50¢ Bone In or Boneless Wings Proud Sponsor of the balloon “America” Pilot: Frank Anger

5 pm - 8 pm

And

$7.00 Pitchers of Beer

5 pm - 8 pm

Budweiser, Bud Light or Miller Light

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

2801 Putter Lane • Centralia, IL • 618-532-0050

To make reservations, go to www.greenviewgolfclub.com

Welcome All Balloonists And Visitors!

Friedrich Real Estate Your Hometown Agency

820 E. Noleman Centralia, IL 62801

618-532-1961

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Welcome To Balloon Fest 2016!

RURAL HEALTH CLINIC

9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Everyday Walk-In or Call Ahead — Reasonable Fees Get Your School Physicals Here!

SALEM Township HOSPITAL 1201 Ricker Drive • Salem, IL 62801

618-548-3194 www.sthcares.org

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Balloon Fest Executive Committee

Wednesday, August 17, 2016

Balloon Fest 2016 Entertainment 60s Pop Hits

The Epics

Saturday, Aug. 20 • 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Family Picnic Tent

Balloon Fest Chairman 2016 Dan Laquet Balloon Fest Chairman 2017 Patty Williams Balloon Fest Chairman 2018 DJ Justice

Welcome To Ballon Fest 2016

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The Epics playing at the Bath House in Fairview Park in 1965 (L to R) Fred Smith, Mike Garrison, Don Griner, Steve Kinder and Harold Stover.

The history of the Epics has its beginning with the original members being students at Centralia Township High School in the 1960s. At first, they just played for fun. Founding members Fred Smith and Steve Kinder played in a surf instrumental band, "The Continentals" along with drummer Pat Parker and Mike Garrison who had earlier been part of a vocal quartet. The combination of the two acts evolved into The Epics of the mid Sixties. In the early 2000s the band reformed and has

Then

Now Photo courtesy of Augustine's Fotoz

been playing throughout southern Illinois ever since. Original members Mike Garrison (vocals), Bob Fester (guitar) and Fred Smith (keyboards) have added Dennis Pracht on bass and Dan Kaufman

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on drums to round off the lineup. The Epics will be playing the 1960s popular hits that you know and love under the Picnic Tent at Balloon Fest 2016 on Saturday, August 20 from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

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Wednesday, August 19, 2016

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Centralia Township Welcomes You to the 27th Annual Balloon Fest

DON’T MISS THE FIREWORKS! FRIDAY, AUGUST 19

Immediately After The Main Stage Entertainment (Rain Date: Saturday, August 20 at 10:00 p.m.)

Foundation Park In Centralia

Don’t Forget To Bring Your Lawn Chair or Blanket!

Proud Sponsors Of 2016 Balloon Fest!

HAVE A FUN-FILLED WEEKEND!

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Balloons And

Balloon Fest 2016 • Foundation Park, Centralia

The Haunted Mansion i

Sunglow

Fiery Gizzard rd

Pilot: Darrell Duer, Jr. Major Event Sponsor: Irvin Macz Funeral Homes

Pilot: Jim Ireland Sponsor: Centaurus Financial Barry Krupp, CLU, ChFC

Major Event Sponsor: Monken DodgeChrysler-Nissan-Jeep-Chevrolet-Buick-GMC

Pepsi Football all

Pilot: Patrick Fogue Major Event Sponsor: Pepsi Mid-America

Fire & Ice

Pilot: Tom Klitz Sponsor: Quad County Title Company, Inc.

Done Deal!l!

Pilot: Seth Goodman Sponsor: U.S. Bank

Stepper

Pilot: Jared Miller

Time Traveler ler

Pilot: Kevin Miko Major Event Sponsor: Pinnacle Foods

Pilot: Jon Friedrich Sponsor: Monsanto

Lucky Charm m

Pilot: Denis Sutter Sponsor: Country Bob’s

Knot Overr

Pilot: Al Reusch Major Event Sponsor: City of Centralia

4 Sailor’s Delight

Pilot: Frank Hines Sponsor: Buchheit of Centralia

The Bumlunee

Pilot: Christopher Frank Major Event Sponsor: St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Staff

America

Pilot: Frank Anger Sponsor: Greenview Golf Course

Drifting Dolphins hins

Pilot: Kevin Heinzmann Sponsor: The Geary Family

Lindy

Pilot: Scott Wooge Major Event Sponsor: Quantum Vision Centers

Wild R

Pilot: Mik Sponsor: PRU

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Pilot: Kimberly Magee Sponsor: Dimond Bros. Insurance LLC

Hour Big Bu

Pilot: Wal Sponsor: Kude and T.J.’s

29 Boomer

Pilot: Gary Whitby Sponsor: Tequila of Centralia

Rainbow M

Pilot: Mike Major Event Sp Canadian Nati

“Glo-Germ” Purple People pl EEater t Pilot: Tom Steinbock Major Event Sponsor: SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital

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Stars and Bars

Pilot: Randy Oates Sponsor: Mid-Am Building Supply Co.

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Firefly

Pilot: Alvin Hansen Sponsor: Subway

Jolly Rolloo

Pilot: Larry Owen Sponsor: Centralia Title Company / Marion County Abstract

Sub Divo

Pilot: Ed Dowling Sponsor: Dusty’s Outdoor Media

Zee-Nith

Pilot: Alex Jonard Major Event Sponsor: Midland States Bank

Pilot: Dan Reusch Sponsor: Heritage Woods of Centralia

31 Goliath

32 Black Pearll

Pilot: Joe Ritchie Major Event Sponsor: NOTS Logistics - Warehousing

Envy

Pilot: Pat Brouillet Sponsor: Hillcrest Funeral Home & Cemetery & Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home

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9 The Sunny Side Of Louisville

Pilot: Dan Hoehler Sponsor: Clark-Floyd Counties Convention & Tourism Bureau

SunGard/Truck N Stuff S ff Pilot: Jim House Major Event Sponsor: Elk’s Lodge #493

Good Greeph! h!

Pilot: Jim Phelan Major Event Sponsor: Withers Broadcasting Companies X95.3 FM & WILY 1210 AM

45 Sponsor: Greater Centralia Chamber of Commerce

Freedom

Pilot: Tom Warren Sponsor: New Horizon Christian School

4Ever39

Pilot: Betsy Kleiss Sponsor: Peoples National Bank

Double Image

Pilot: Laurie Acuff Major Event Sponsor: Ameren Illinois

11 Something Came Up

Pilot: Paul Knuth Sponsor: Pak System Services

Mis-Direction ion

Pilot: Frank Stevenson Major Event Sponsor: Walmart

Sunkissed

Pilot: Randy Conklin Major Event Sponsor: Borowiak’s IGA

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Wednesday, August 17, 2016

BALLOON FEST 2016

CRAFT FAIR

Signs, Toys, Puppets & Marionettes, Jewelry, Sand Art, Hair Accessories, Shelves, Wreaths, Candle Boxes, Chimes, Photography, Clothing, Fashion Accessories, Chalk Boxes, Quilts, Goose Clothes, Kitchen Items, Purses, Art Work, Soaps, Lotions, Shower And Bath Accessories, Candles, Temporary Tattoos, Baskets, Pillows, Balloon Mobiles, Handmade Dog Treats, Bird Houses, Crocheted Items, Sculptures, Dolls, Plates, Light Switch Covers, Clay Items,Christmas Ornaments, Car Seat Covers, Furniture,Holiday Decorations, Dog Clothing & Accessories, Blankets, Room Fresheners, Framed Hymns, Baby Items,Tee Pees, Cowhide Products (Demo On Site All Day)

Slide In F For or A Sizzlin Sizzling Summer Meal!

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Opens: Friday, Aug. 19 at 3pm Saturday, Aug. 20 at 9am Sunday, Aug. 21 at 9am

Stan The Man Would’ve Loved Corner Cafe!

LOTS OF CARDINALS BASEBALL MEMORABILIA HERE TO ENJOY! 816 S. POPLAR ST. • CENTRALIA, IL • 532-7190

WELCOME TO BALLOON FEST 2016

Congratulatio on

Balloon Fest’s

27th

Anniversary!

Proud To Be A Part Of

Balloon Fest 2016

OPENING CEREMONY 2016 FRIDAY, AUGUST 19 • 3:30 p.m. Opening ceremonies at Balloon Fest 2016 will be performed by the award winning CHS Marching Showcase

Welcome To Balloon Fest 2016!

With Our Balloon

ITR

Piloted by

KIMBERLY Magee

This downtown hotel is a 1-minute walk to Bell Tower Park and a 5-minute walk to the Centralia Amtrak station. All rooms include free WiFi, TVs with premium cable channels, as well as coffee-makers and microwaves. The property offers an indoor pool, playground, business center and meeting facilities. A continental breakfast is served in an open breakfast area.

Formerly Insurance Partnership

201 S Locust • Centralia, IL 62801 • 618-532-5626 200 E. Noleman St., Centralia, IL 62801

618.533.1300 Under New Ownership

Wednesday, August 19, 2016

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Balloon Fest 3-Day Passes

Balloon Fest 2016 Entertainment Beatles Tribute Band

Balloon Fest 3-day passes for August 19, 20 and 21 are available for purchase at the Greater Centralia Chamber of Commerce office and at the following Chamber member businesses for $6.00.

Borowiakâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s IGA in Centralia

Midland States Bank

Community Trust Bank

Regions Bank

Farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s State Bank â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Central City

US Bank

Peoples National Bank Byrd Watson Drug Store (Both Locations) Schnuckâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Also, now available at the Chamber of Commerce office are the official Balloon Fest T-Shirts, souvenir coffee mugs, souvenir lapel pins, and beautiful glass Balloon ornaments.

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The Beatle Brothers

Saturday, August 20 â&#x20AC;˘ 1:00 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3:00 p.m. Family Picnic Tent The Beatle Brothers is a Beatles tribute band based in Mt. Vernon, Illinois that devotes itself to carrying on and sharing the legendary music of the Beatles. Members include Del Herbert, Keith Woods, Larry Campbell, Scott Qualk, Mike Horn and Greg Lundius. As lovers of the Beatles music, the band says it's not seeking glamour, fortune or fame, but just wants

to share this great music with all its "Beatle Friends." Be sure to come out to Balloon Fest on Saturday,

o i t n a s l ! u t a r g on n o C Balloon Fest 27 Years Of

Success!

Kim Monken-McMillan

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August 20 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. to listen to some of the greatest music ever written.

312 S. Locust St. Centralia

618-533-5233 1-800-642-7673

Lance Marcum

On The Lot!

Sales Manager

CHEVROLET

MAJOR SPONSOR: BALLOON: FIERY GIZZARD PILOT: JARED MILLER

1421 W. McCord Centralia â&#x20AC;˘ 618-532-5681 visit us online at

www.monkengm.com

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DOUG LOY’S BALLOON GLOW !

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AUTO SERVICE 532-2411 118 N. Chestnut Centralia

Call for Pricing

Mon.–Fri. 8am–5pm Sat. 8am–noon

WHEEL ALIGNMENT $20 OFF with PURCHASE OF TIRES

Reg. Price $59.95

FREE BRAKE INSPECTION W/TIRE PURCHASE See U S Us F For All Of Your Mechanical Needs • MINOR REPAIRS

• MAJOR REPAIRS

• MUFFLERS

• OIL CHANGES

• TUNE-UPS

• BRAKE SERVICE

Balloon Glow is a registered trademark of Albuquerque Balloon Festival

Friday, Aug. 19 and Saturday, Aug. 20 7:30 p.m.

August LANDOWNER 19•20•21 AWARDS

Welcome to Balloon Fest 2016

Balloon Fest 2016 will award $100 Schnucks gift cards to five lucky landowners whose names are drawn at random at the conclusion of the Balloon Fest. Only landowners whose property is used for random landings by balloonists participating in Balloon Fest 2016 will be eligible. If you wish balloonists to land on your property, remember that a white sheet on your property is a universal welcome sign for balloonists. • Balloons usually fly in the early mornings and late afternoons, and seldom exceed a 10 – 12 mile radius of lift-off sites.

• Balloon flight patterns are controlled by wind directions. • Pilots look for open land or roads for landing sites, avoiding crop and livestock areas. • Spectators are urged to respect the rights of landowners when following balloons in flight and landing areas, and to avoid tying up traffic. We appreciate the enthusiasm area rural landowners have shown in the past and want to thank them again for their support. With continued support we can make Balloon Fest 2016 problem free, fun-filled, and entertaining for the entire family.

Schnuck's will provide five $100 gift cards for this year’s lucky winners.

“The desi you wan gn The servict – you need e .”

Welcome To Balloon Fest 2016

Rollinson’s Home Center, Inc.

New Bedding Department Is Here! Flooring Made Simple by MOHAWK!

This Area’s Largest Flooring Showroom

Full Service Appliance Center

Salem

1510 W. Main 548.3789

Centralia

795 W. McCord 533.7827 703 N. Poplar 532.1318

Mt. Vernon

219 S. 10th 242.5300 Times Square Mall 244.6281 4716 Broadway 246.0000

FEATURING • Maytag • Amana •Kitchen Aid • Whirlpool

12 Months Free Financing Storewide

Kitchen & Bath Design Center with Kitchen Designer on Staff

LIFE • HEALTH • AUTO• HOME • BUSINESS

Decorating Center “When it comes to paint, Glidden Gets You Going!”

121 Westgate in Salem • 618-548-3181 M-F 8-5 • Sat. 8-4 • Evening Appointments Available www.rollinsonshomecenter.com

CHANEY & KARCH INSURANCE GROUP INC. 800 E NOLEMAN • CENTRALIA • 532-7331 724 W. MAIN • SALEM • 548-9009

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Balloon Fest 2016 Entertainment

Blues, Rock, Country, Americana

American Lion

Saturday, August 20 • 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Family Picnic Tent American Lion is a Blues and Rock band that was formed in 2008 by singer / songwriter Eastwood Frisch and Tim Hall. The current live lineup includes Hogan Williams on drums and organ, Jake Schofield on bass, Troy Kirkpatrick on tuba and trombone and Tim Hall playing drums and percussion. American Lion strives to reintroduce

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delta blues in a modern and exciting style and have been playing all over the Midwest, appealing to both blues and rock fans alike. At Balloon Fest 2016, American Lion

will be fielding a threepiece band consisting of Frisch, Hall and Williams and will feature a more laid back set list including some country and Americana.

American Lion will be playing under the Picnic Tent at Balloon Fest 2016 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 20.

Wilson & Wilson

Would Like to Welcome You To

BALLOON FEST 2016! 406 W. Poplar, Odin 1-800-966-6488

Local Representative

Osborn Funeral Home Dix, IL • 266-7231

wwmonco@gmail.com Or check us out on the web: wilsonandwilsonmonuments.com

Welcome to est F n o o l l Ba 2016

1307 W. Main • Salem Open: Mon. - Fri. 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sat. 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Congratulations on the 27th Anniversary of Balloon Fest!

MONUMENT CO.

MAUSOLEUMS • MONUMENTS • MARKERS GRANITE SIGNS & BENCHES CEMETERY LETTERING • PET MARKERS

ATV’S AND MORE

After The Balloons Have Flown, Come See Us About A Home Improvement Loan.

• Construction • New Home Loans • Purchases • Reﬁnancing • Second Mortgages • Home Equity Loans

While You’re In Centralia Come See Us For • Fresh/Silk h/ ilk Arrangements • Fannie Mae Candy • Blooming & Green Plants • Woodwick, Old Virginia Candles, Antiques & Collectables

Ross Flower Shop Like Us On Facebook!

“The beauty of our business is flowers”

705 S. Poplar • Centralia • 532-5696

NMLS 404955

BAURFINANCIAL 5-STAR RATING

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Home Of The 27TH ANNUAL BALLOON FEST

Wanted: Landing Pads Some Centralia area residents who have a light colored bedsheet to spare may be able to enjoy an up-close look at a hot-air balloon without leaving their homes. During the balloon ascensions and races, balloonists will be looking for places to land. Spreading a bedsheet in your yard is the signal that it’s okay for pilots to land there.

Mary’s House Daycare / Preschool

Openings For 6 Weeks To 12 Years Call Kathy At

cityofcentralia.org

“Make Our House Your Home” ExceleRate Silver

618-532-3223

732 E. 2nd, Centralia

Wednesday, August 19, 2016

Balloon Fest 2016 Entertainment Top-40

The Presswoods: Ian & Alan

Come Worship With Us! Area Church Service Directory

Saturday, August 20 • 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Family Picnic Tent The Presswoods, consisting of Alan Presswood and his son Ian, will be performing at Balloon Fest 2016 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. under the Picnic Tent on Saturday, August 20, 2016. The Presswood family has a long and distinguished history as musicians in the area going all the way back to the 1960s when Alan and his older brothers, Mel and Gary, were part of the band known as the Knight Beats. They were a well-known group that won the State Tournament for bands in that era and featured the talents of many musicians over the years. Later the brothers played together for many years throughout the

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St. Mary’s Catholic Church 424 E. Broadway Centralia 618-532-6291 Saturday Evening 5:00pm Sunday Morning 10:30am

Father Dale Maxfield

70s and 80s as the Presswood Brothers. Carrying on that strong musical family tradition is Ian Presswood of Centralia, a talented singer with a wide range of vocal talent who advanced up to the third round of the popular television show American Idol

several years ago. It is said that Ian can sing anything! The Presswoods perform often in the St. Louis and Mt. Vernon areas. Their act features a broad range of music interests — anything from Country and Top-40, to Rap and MoTown.

The Apostolic Church of Salem Sunday School–9:30am Worship Service– 10:30am Come Worship with Us! Corner of Mills Cart & Airport Roads, Salem 618-548-3438

The Rock Church

Campus Pastor Steve Upchurch Church Service– Sunday 8:30am & 10:30am Wednesday–7:00pm Attitude Kids (Kindergarten-5th) Nursery Available (Birth - 4 Years)

515 Airport Rd., Centralia 618-533-3700

Sr. Minister - Claude Howell Music Minister - Rod Mays Children’s Minister - Sherri Johnson

Eternity Baptist Church

“Walking by Faith not

Sunday School–9:45am

by Sight”

Morning Worship–11am Evening Service–6pm Bible Study – Wed. 6pm ages 6-12

Pastor Gary Allen 500 W. McCord, Centralia 532-9596

Sunday Morning Service at 10:45am

340 Walnut Hill Rd. • Centralia

618-532-1249

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205 E. Third, Centralia

WELCOMING ALL TO BALLOON FEST 2016!

HUDSON / GRAY INSURANCE 205 E. 3rd St. • Centralia • 618-532-4724 Since 1913

Tom Gray • Lisa Hood

Family taff &S

(L to R): John Paul Sutherland, Ama nda Sutherland-Ponyi, Maggie Ponyi, Judy Sutherland and Mike Sutherland.

Are Proud To Be Part Of

BALLOON FEST 2016 and Welcome Back ENVY PILOTED BY

PAT BROUILLET

It’s what we do...because it’s who we are.

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Last Year’s Balloon Fest Overall Race Winners

Prairie Farms is a local company owned by local dairy farmers. Our farmers are proud of what they do, just look at the signs on the end of their driveways. They produce a quality product and want to share that accomplishment with you. When you buy Prairie Farms you support our community.

Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. Breese, Illinois

First Place — Scott Wooge — Lindy Sponsored by Quantum Vision Centers Second Place — Christopher Cliver — Happy Hour Sponsored by Tequila of Centralia Third Place — Roy Caton — Easy Riser Sponsored by Country Financial Fourth Place — Patrick Fogue— Pepsi Football Sponsored by Pepsi Mid-America Fifth Place — Dan Reusch— Sub Divo, Sponsored by Heritage Woods of Centralia Sixth Place — Larry Owen— S.S. Rollo Fitzpug Sponsored by Centralia Title Company / Marion County Abstract Seventh Place — Pat Brouillet— Envy Sponsored by Hillcrest Funeral Home & Cemetery/ Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home Eighth Place — Ed Dowling — Luck is in the Air Sponsored by Dusty’s Outdoor Media Ninth Place — Mike England— Rainbow Mountain Sponsored by CN – Canadian National Railway Tenth Place — Laurie Acuff— Double Image Sponsored by Ameren Illinois

Centralia Collision Center

Welcome, Balloonists, To The 27th Annual Centralia Balloon Fest!

“Expert Auto Body Repair”

724 North Poplar Centralia

Frame & Paint Specialists

618-533-6922

To Balloon Fe e m o c l st We

2016

Chamber Tent Volunteer Tent First Aid Tent

Kathy Berck, Administrator

Melissa Hall, Director of Nursing

Karen Webb, Marketing Director

The Management, SStaff and Residents wish you a safe and happy Balloon Fest Weekend!

Fireside House OF CENTRALIA 1030 MLK Dr., Centralia

618-532-1833

Located Next Door To St. Mary’s Hospital

Wednesday, August 19, 2016

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Balloon Fest 2016 Entertainment Country Music / Polka

Dave Shake “Shakey Dave“

LET US PROTECT YOUR DREAMS.

Sunday, Aug. 21 • 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Family Picnic Tent Dave Shake is better known by his fans as “Shakey Dave.” Though he has many interests, he says his first love is “entertaining folks like you with ‘Down Home’ Classic Country Music.” Through the use of modern electronics he performs as a solo act around the Southern Illinois communities across the Mississippi River from St. Louis, Missouri. His favorite songs are those recorded by folks like Jim Reeves, Eddy Arnold, Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson. He also likes current artists like George Strait and Alan Jackson and says old style country music is his real strength.

The first-born son of Ken and Doris Shake, Dave was born on August 18, 1944, in a small copper mining town called Ray, Arizona. His father was, at the time, on active duty with the Army Air Corps in New Caledonia, and his mother was residing with his paternal grandparents. Upon his father’s discharge from the AAF, Ken Shake moved the family to Prescott, AZ, known as the “Cowboy Capital of the World” and the home of the world’s first organized rodeo. Dave grew up steeped in western lore and country music. He lived in the place most folks only read about in western novels or see in the movies. He

says it was a magical beginning. After graduation from Prescott High School, Dave attended the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ for two years. He decided that working his way through college was too tough, so he quit school and got a job. He worked in several occupations ranging from the U.S. Forest Service to a Doodlebugging crew in seismic oil exploration until he got his notice to appear for the draft. In 1965 the country was really building up for the

Balloon Fest 2016 Entertainment 60s, 70s and 80s

DenMark

Sunday, Aug. 21 • 3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Family Picnic Tent DenMark is the stage name for a duet featuring Mark Vogel and Dennis Pracht. Both are long time local musicians playing and singing a variety of songs from the 60’s through

the 80’s. Mark (acoustic guitar) and Dennis (bass guitar) bring a spunky, yet easy listening style to favorites ranging from the Beatles and Doobie Brothers to country tunes by Willie Nelson

and the Bellamy Brothers. Whether you enjoy dancing or sitting back and listening, DenMark will provide you an enjoyable experience of music and fun.

Vietnam War. In September, 1965 he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, beginning a very satisfying career that would last 30+ years and allow him to travel worldwide and experience cultures that many others may never see. He retired from the Air Force in October of 1995 as a Chief Master Sergeant. Dave still works for the Department of Defense as a civilian, and sings whenever the opportunity strikes.

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High Fly The

Roger & Kelly Baldwin

Tina Reeves

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Mike England

Balloon Fest 2009

Balloon Fest 1998

Joe Ritchie

Balloon Fest 1999

Scott Wooge Balloon Fest 2010

Scott Lafrance Balloon Fest 2000

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Patty Williams

Rich Lawhorn

Initiated from the caring community spirit of Balloonist Wes Rinker, and named after his Baseball Balloon, “High Fly”, The High Fly Cup is an annual award presented at Balloon Fest. It recognizes those balloonists, who from their unselfish deeds and caring actions, are truly HIGH FLY AMBASSADORS of ballooning and ambassadors of life. From the smiles they put on children’s faces to the memories that they leave behind, they make a difference.

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Gary & Diana Moore

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Jim Ireland

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Balloon Fest 2013

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Bob Corey

Balloon Fest 2004

Carol Flanigan

Wil LaPointe

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Chamber Of Commerce Souvenir Tent The Greater Centralia Chamber of Commerce Tent is located at the beginning of the food vendor row. Visitors may purchase official Balloon Fest souvenirs such as t-shirts, lapel pins, coffee mugs, Aus-

Balloon Fest 2007

The Shopper’s Weekly Papers takes pride in sponsoring this award.

trian crystal ornaments, Nobel Gem hot air balloon ornaments, and balloon wind spinners. A limited number of past years’ souvenirs can also be found here. In addition post cards, city

Volunteer Tent The Volunteer Tent serves as the headquarters for the Volunteer Committee. It is located at the beginning of the food vendor row and is next to the Chamber of Commerce Souvenir Tent. Volunteers already assigned to help during the weekend normally report directly to their scheduled positions for their

shift. The Volunteer Committee is composed of two cochairs and two vice-chairs that oversee the 300+ volunteers who work over the weekend. The Volunteer Tent also serves as a location for lost children or their parents. If a child is lost during the weekend, announcements are

First Aid Tent

A First Aid Tent is located at the beginning of the food vendor row and is next to the Chamber of Commerce Tent. The air-conditioned tent is equipped with cots, a baby

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changing station, and basic first aid supplies. Nurses volunteer their time to staff the tent over the weekend. In case of severe emergency, Lifestar ambulance

maps and information about other upcoming events in Centralia will be available. Chamber Tent volunteers hope you will visit the Chamber Tent over the weekend of festivities.

made over the public address system directing parents or relatives to check at the Volunteer Tent for missing children. Furthermore, it is advised that parents inform their children to look for the tent with the flashing “blue light” if they become separated or lost during the weekend.

personnel are on site as well, and are located next to the Volunteer Tent at the beginning of the food row.

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Caring For You

Jamie Nattier

#1 Priority!

Country Music

Sunday, August 21 • 1:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Family Picnic Tent Jamie Nattier is a singer and song writer from Patoka, Illinois, where he was raised on the family farm. He's the son of a farmer and a teacher, and grew up surrounded by horses, cows, grain and oil fields. A solid family foundation gave him a strong work ethic, respect for the value of a good education and the confidence to pursue singing and songwriting, which is a huge part of Jamie's life. At the age of 12, Jamie's dad bought him a Fender starter guitar from a music store in nearby Centralia and he started to pick through songs, learning by ear. He took a few lessons over the years, and by the age of 15, he began going to a weekly local Opry-type show, practicing in-between. After a year, he got up on stage and played in some ensembles, watching and learning ... and getting better, and was now playing at 4-H and church events. Talented beyond his years, his playing and singing ability eventually got the attention of a local countryrock cover band which he now leads. Since 2005, Jamie's made dozens of radio station appearances and has a sizable fan base, both locally and online. Songwriting came into the mix in high school, around age 16. After tinker-

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ing around with some melodies, Jamie began recording them into his home computer. Soon his original songs were playing on local radio stations. RockBand has licensed his song (cowritten with CJ Watson and Al Trolio), "If Trucks Drank Beer." Jamie now has more than 300 original songs in his catalog. Frequent trips to Nashville to attend workshops, co-write and to perform in public have turned Jamie into a seasoned writer and musician. You might find him at The Commodore, The Bluebird Cafe, The Cadillac Ranch, or Tootsie's, down on SoBro. He's also played The Nashville Palace, The Listening Room, Hotel Indigo, Richard's Cafe and the Scoreboard Bar & Grill, all popular hangouts for Nashville music folks. Jamie is a natural country singer, with a wide range,

smooth tone and just enough twang to keep it real. A few professional singing lessons from notable Nashville coaches have helped him with his phrasing and delivery, as well as stage performance. He's always striving to improve, and when he's not plowing fields or working the horses, he spends much of his spare time practicing. Jamie is also into movies, going out to eat and spending time with his family. Jamie tries to write something every day: a line, an idea, a title, a melody ... something, just to keep the muse nearby. He performs two or three times a week, on average. He'll go out as a solo act, or with his band. Right now, Jamie is focused on getting a hold, cut or label deal, and is busy writing and performing in southern Illinois and Nashville.

Balloon Fest 2016 Souvenirs

Balloon Fest 2016 souvenirs are available for purchase at the Centralia Chamber of Commerce, located at 130 S. Locust. This year they have new hot air balloon ornaments, souvenir tee shirts, 2016 lapel pins, souvenir coffee mugs, yard spinners and much more! The souvenirs will also be available at the Chamber of Commerce Tent during Balloon Fest 2016. Pictured is Fay Vaccaro. Remember, if you are seeking information about the festival or community visit the Chamber of Commerce booth at Balloon Fest 2016!

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RICK’S ACE HARDWARE www.acehardware.com

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HARTNELL AUTO BODY

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RHONDA’S DIP N CLIPS 30 Greenwood Ln. • Centralia 618-533-5258

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7:30 - 5:00 Mon. – Fri 8:00 - 12:00 Sat.

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Sergio’s

800 Wabash Ave. • Centralia 618-533-9197

Mexican Restaurant

1330 W. McCord Centralia 618-533-5801

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BOB WHITE ELDERLY HOUSING Welcome Balloonists

299 Bob White Lane • Salem 618-548-6623

Welcome All Balloonists

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THANK YOU TO ALL THESE AREA BUSINESSES FOR SUPPORTING CENTRALIA BALLOON FEST 2016!

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