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A Day Away
Spring/Summer 2022 Guide
Special events,
festivals, shopping,
attractions and more
for the whole family to
enjoy — allwithin a
day’s drive from
home in Illinois!
A Day
Spring/Summer 2022
Away
PUBLISHER
Amy Winter
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EDITOR
Jeff Long
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CONTRIBUTING EDITOR
PAGE Cathy Griffith
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ART DIRECTOR
The entry into the Stories of Survival exhibit at the Abraham Lincoln Natalie Reidford
Presidential Library and Museum.
Story and photos by Andrew Adams CONTRIBUTORS
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4 | A Day Away •Spring/Summer 2022
‘STORIES OF
SURVIVAL’
Notes left by visitors to the Stories of Survival exhibit share reflections on a history of loss and survival. Photo by Andrew Adams
Springfield exhibit explores The shirt and Stone’s
reflections are now on
Lincoln Museum.
Ida Sefer was a child when
display at the “Stories of
Holocaust and more Survival” exhibit, on loan
to the Abraham Lincoln
the Bosnian War began in
the early 1990s. The con-
flict brought about an eth-
BY ANDREW ADAMS American troops liberated Presidential Library and nic cleansing of Bosnian
H
enry Stone was born its prisoners. When Stone Museum in Springfield. Muslims. In 2007, the Unit-
in Poland in 1924. left the camp, he saved In addition to objects ed Nations’ International
When war broke out, the shirt he was issued in saved from the Holocaust, Court of Justice found that
he was forced into slave Flossenbürg, a tragic me- the show includes objects the killing of this group of
labor at concentration mento of the years he lost treasured and cherished people constituted the first
camps throughout Ger- to Nazi cruelty. by survivors of conflicts in genocide in Europe since
man-occupied territory. Stone died in 2021 in his Armenia, Bosnia, Cam- World War II.
At the Flossenbürg con- adoptive home of Glen- bodia, Iraq, Rwanda, Sefer was sent to Serbia
centration camp, he view, Illinois. Before he South Sudan and Syria. with her sister and mother
hid his Jewish identity by passed, he donated that They range from profound while her father, Ferid, was
wearing a cloth patch shirt to the Illinois Holo- symbols of destruction, detained at a military con-
with a capital “P” – a caust Museum & Educa- like Stone’s shirt, to fineries centration camp. When
badge symbolizing pris- tion Center in Skokie as saved from destruction he was released, Ferid
oners of Polish descent. part of an exhibit called to symbols of innocence, went back to the Sefer
After Flossenbürg, Stone “Stories of Survival.” held onto by children flee- family home to gather
was moved to Dachau, a As part of the project, ing conflict. a few photos and Ida’s
death camp where more led by photographer Jim “Expect stories about childhood doll. The Sefer
than 32,000 prisoners were Lommasson, Stone took ordinary people going family fled to Canada as
executed. handwritten notes, reflect- through horrible situations refugees before arriving in
Stone was at the death ing on that shirt, why he – and how they coped,” Chicago.
camp in 1945 when kept it and what it meant said Chris Wills, a spokes- Like Stone’s shirt, Sefer’s
to him. person for the Abraham
Spring/Summer 2022 • A Day Away | 5
“I just got into National
Junior Honor Society and
hopefully I will be able to
solve some world prob-
lems soon,” reads a third.
The experience can be
somber at times, with mu-
sic written specifically for
the exhibit by the staff of
the Illinois Holocaust Muse-
um playing throughout the
space.
“They wanted something
that fit the mood but
couldn’t be identified with
any one region of the
world,” said Wills.
The soundscape, objects
and narratives encourage
reflection both on our
shared history and person-
al values.
If life as you know it were
to end tomorrow and
you and your family were
forced to flee your home,
The entry into the Stories of Survival exhibit at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and what would you take
Museum. Photo by Andrew Adams
with you? What could
you fit in a pocket that
doll is now on display as of some of the worst con- Just outside the exhibit, you couldn’t bear to live
part of the exhibit. flicts of the last hundred that hope is on full display. without?
As an adult, Sefer went on years feels voyeuristic. A wall full of Post-It notes, Would it be a photograph
to earn multiple graduate Being confronted with the mostly written by students of loved ones? Would it
degrees and now serves human costs of war brings on school trips, displays be a camera, a tool to
as the president of the about both great shame reflections from visitors. document what you wit-
Bosnian-American Geno- for living in a world that let “So sad to think of the loss ness? Would it be precious
cide Institute, where she these things happen and of my ancestors,” reads objects passed down
works to share the story great hope that despite one. through generations?
of the Balkans. She has all of the terror inflicted by After weeks of reflection, I
conflict, people will survive “Love 4 Everyone,” reads still do not know what my
taught university courses another.
on the history of genocide. and bring with them re- answer would be.
newed hope. In some sense, the ex-
Walking through the
exhibit feels like walking hibit’s collection – which
through a trove of objects Ida Shefer’s childhood doll, saved by her father in the wake of includes objects used for
enchanted with a terrible the Bosnian genocide. Photo by Andrew Adams prayer, family recipes,
magic. Each object is playing cards, an expen-
presented, most behind a sive purse, a typewriter
glass case, next to photo- and a cracked cell phone
graphs of the objects and among others – shows the
their owners. answer to that question.
You may never know the
Each photo is surrounded answer to that question
by the handwritten notes until it’s asked of you.
of either the object’s
owner or their survivors, The exhibit, which opened
the objects transforming in March, will be on dis-
from personal mementos play until Jan. 22, 2023. In
to iconography encour- addition to the objects on
aging reflection. For many display now, there will be
of the objects, recorded a small theater installed
interviews with survivors of in the spring of 2022 that
conflict can be heard by will play a short film telling
scanning a barcode with the story of a woman who
any smartphone. survived the Holocaust.
Seeing the stories and per- There are also events
sonal thoughts of survivors planned featuring speak-
ers and resources for
6 | A Day Away •Spring/Summer 2022
Henry Stone’s shirt, given to him at the Flossenbürg
concentration camp in Germany during World War II. Photo by
Andrew Adams
nates between shows on theaters that play shows
loan from other institutions throughout the day. The
and ones created at the “Ghosts of the Library” ex-
museum. Although the hibit features holographic
next exhibit is still under projections that morph
wraps, Wills said it will and blend in front of the
center on the theme of audience’s eyes.
“Home,” focusing on The museum is open
different ways that peo- from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
ple have made homes each day of the week.
throughout history. Museum admission is $15
Beyond the exhibit, the with discounts for seniors,
permanent collection members of the military
at the Lincoln Museum and students. Admission
includes objects from for children from ages 5 to
One of the objects on display at the Stories of Survival exhibit is
a desk set from Germany before World War II. Photo by Andrew throughout the 16th pres- 15 is $6 and children under
Adams ident’s life and the Civil 4 get in for free.
War. It also includes two
teachers and educators
related to the themes of
the exhibit. More informa-
tion about these events,
as they are planned, will
be posted on the Abra-
ham Lincoln Museum’s
Facebook page and the
“Events” section of their
website at presidentlin-
coln.illinois.gov
The exhibit is part of a
long-term plan to bring
in stories of Illinois to the
museum.
“We are not solely the
Abraham Lincoln Muse-
um,” said Wills.
The exhibit space alter-
Some of the objects on
display at the Stories of
Survival exhibit. Photo by
Andrew Adams
Spring/Summer 2022 • A Day Away | 7
BOND COUNTY EVENTS
can be scheduled at any time. Free admission. Donations welcome.
For more information, visit www.demoulinmuseum.org
June 12 — Model Train Show,10 a.m. to 4 p.m., American Farm Heri- Marcoot Jersey Creamery
tage Museum
Variety of cheeses and dairy products available. Our specialty raw milk
July 1 — Bond County Fourth Fest, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Downtown Green- cheeses are aged in our aging cave. The aging cave is modeled after
ville the man-made cheese caves in Switzerland. Some of our cheeses are
July 2 — Bond County Fourth Fest, ALL DAY, Downtown Greenville raw milk cheese, which will age from a minimum of 60 days up to 12
months. Our building is built with viewing windows so the public can
July 29-31 — Farm Heritage Days, ALL DAY, American Farm Heritage view as we make cheese and process milk. You are also invited to visit
Museum our calves, housed near the creamery. Located at 526 Dudleyville
August 4-9 — Bond County Fair Road, Greenville. For more information, call 618-664-1110 or visit www.
marcootjerseycreamery.com
Bond County Attractions American Farm Heritage Museum
DeMoulin Museum Offers a glimpse of life on a farm in days gone by. Located 45 miles
east of St. Louis on I-70, exit 45. For more information call 618-664-9733
Located at 205 S. Prairie St. in Greenville. Check out spanking ma-
or visit www.americanfarmheritagemuseum.com
chines and other initiation devices. Group tours are welcome and
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY EVENTS
Every Saturday, Starting April 30 — Urbana’s Market at the Square, 8
a.m.-noon, Corner of Vine & Illinois Street, Urbana. 217-384-2319
April 29-May 1 — A Plant Sale Fundraiser at Allerton Park and Retreat
Center, 515 Old Timber Rd., Monticello. Hours are 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. April
29 and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 30-May 1. A food truck and music will
be provided on April 29. Head to the main parking lot to purchase
your annuals, herbs, veggies, perennials, natives, arranged hanging
baskets, Allerton Bluebells and more. For more information, visit www.
allerton.illinois.edu
May 7-8 —Mother’s Day Weekend, Saturday & Sunday train rides at
Monticello Railway Museum. Mother’s ride FREE with paid child fair.
Ticket includes 1 hour duration and seven miles in length. Guests may
board train either at main Museum site or at the Museum’s Wabash
Depot located in downtown Monticello. Children under 2 ride FREE
with paying adult or senior. Visit mrym.org/events for departure times
and ticket information.
Every Tuesday starting May 17 — Champaign Farmer’s Market, 3-6
p.m., Corner Neal and Market Street, Downtown Champaign
May 21, June 18, July 16, Aug. 20, Sept.17, Oct. 15 — Third Satur-
day Garden Tour at Allerton Park and Retreat Center, 515 Old Timber
Rd., Monticello. Attend one of the Third Saturday Garden Tours (April
– October) to experience the beauty of Allerton’s formal gardens,
while listening to the history behind their creation. Garden informa-
tion, visit allerton.illinois.edu. Tours start at 10 a.m. and will meet on
the Greenhouse Café patio. Tours typically last 45-60 minutes. Register
at allerton.illinois.edu/events/third-saturday-garden-tours-2022/.
May 28 — Outdoor Comedy Night, 7:30 p.m., Alto Vineyards, 4210 N.
Duncan Rd., Champaign. 217-356-4784
May 30 - Aug. 14 — Prairie Farm, 2202 W. Kirby Ave., Champaign. This
is a free, great family afternoon outing. Hours are 1-7 p.m. daily and
petting zoo hours are 3-5 p.m.
June 3-4 — 18th Annual Festival of Quilts, Cunningham Children’s
Home, 1301 N. Cunningham, Urbana. Hybrid, in-person and online.
In person visitors will need to make a $5 donation. Contact Colleen
Combes at ccombes@cunninghamhome.org or visit cunningham-
home.org.
June 4 — Countryside 10K, 7:30-9:30 a.m., Witt Park, Sidney, IL
June 4 — Music at the Vines, family fun event, 7-10 p.m. outdoors at
Alto Vineyards, 4210 N. Duncan Rd., Champaign. 217-356-4784
June 18-19 — Father’s Day Weekend, Saturday & Sunday train rides
at Monticello Railway Museum. Father’s ride FREE with paid child fare.
Ticket includes 1 hour duration and seven miles in length. Guests may
board train either at main Museum site or at the Museum’s Wabash
Depot located in downtown Monticello. Children under 2 ride FREE
with paying adult or senior. Visit www.mrym.org/events for departure
times and ticket information.
July 1 — The Allerton Park and Retreat Center Concert Series, 515
Old Timber Rd., Monticello, resumes with an outdoor concert on the
Gatehouse Lawn at the park near Monticello. For more details, visit
allerton.illinois.edu.
July 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 — Freedom Fridays, 6-9 p.m., 120 E. Sangam-
on, Downtown Rantoul. Hosted by Rantoul Area Chamber of Com-
merce. Freedom Fridays is a family friendly event with music, outdoor
dining, drinks, free yard games, 50/50 cash raffles, and varying kids
activities for free and for purchase.
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July 22-30 — Champaign County Fair, 9 a.m., Champaign County trian path, the Early American Museum, Mabery Gelvin Botanical
Fairgrounds, 1302 N. Coler, Urbana. Musical entertainment includes: Gardens, building rentals, and programs. Located at 109 S. Lake of
Cole Swindell with Michael Ray and Ashley Cook, 7 p.m. July 22; UMP the Woods Road in Mahomet.
Stock Cars/Sports Compacts/Midget Series/Sprint Cars Racing July
29 at 6 p.m. For tickets and more information call 217-367-8461 visit:
champaigncountyfair.cc/grandstand.html
CHRISTIAN COUNTY EVENTS
May 6, June 3, July 1, August 5 — First Friday of every month at 4
Aug. 12 — The Allerton Park and Retreat Center Concert Series, 515 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Late Night Shopping in Taylorville, IL. Join local retailers
Old Timber Rd., Monticello, resumes with an outdoor concert on the for extended shopping hours on the First Friday of each month.
Gatehouse Lawn at the park near Monticello. For more details, visit
allerton.illinois.edu. May 13-15 — ElderBeard MusicWerx presents Let It Grow Music
Festival, a 2 day psychedelic music festival featuring 2 nights of the
Sept. 9 — The Allerton Park and Retreat Center Concert Series, 515 High Hawks, 2 nights of Mr. Blotto, Sunshine Daydream (Grateful Dead
Old Timber Rd., Monticello, resumes with an outdoor concert on the Tribute) and more! The Promised Land Kampground is a 25 acre
Gatehouse Lawn at the park near Monticello. For more details, visit music park & campground in close proximity to Springfield, IL at 11380
allerton.illinois.edu. Darnell Road in Bolivia IL. The venue features 20+ Acres of Primitive
Camping space, 16 Cabins, and 40 RV passes with full electric & wa-
Champaign County Attractions ter hookups. Primitive camping is included in the price of admission.
Buy your tix early and save money. Limited early bird tickets available.
The Sousa Archives and Center for American Music
Located at 1103 S. 6th, Champaign, IL. 217-244-9309. How did John
June 17, July 15, August 13 — Glow Vibe NIght Golf at Oak Terrace
Golf Resort in Pana, IL. Play 9 holes of night golf with cart in the dark
Philip Sousa become involved with the University of Illinois? Visit the
with 2 LED glow-in-the-dark balls. The course is lit up with flashing lights
Sousa Archives and Center for American Music in Champaign and
and glowing pins. Enjoy 10% off at Mulligan’s Bar & Grille before play-
you’ll find out. Located at 1103 South 6th Street, in the Harding Band
ing. Please register in advance by calling 1-800-577-7598.
Building, near the University of Illinois Armory, it documents American
music through historical artifacts and archival records and the archives July 19-23 — Christian County Agricultural Fair. Includes queen pag-
of John Philip Sousa, Albert Austin Harding (Illinois’ first band-master), in- eant, stock car races, truck pulls, demo derby, carnival and more.
ternationally known trumpet soloist Herbert L. Clarke and the University 1716 W. Spresser, Taylorville IL. (217)824-3100. christiancountyfair.com
of Illinois bands. Opened in 1994, the museum acquired the personal July 28-30 — Tailgate N Tallboys Music Festival at South Fork Park in
papers from Sousa, the famed American composer and March King, Taylorville, IL. www.tailgatentallboys.com
who had a personal relationship with Harding. Since then, the museum
has added many other collections, including over 50 record series doc-
umenting the history of American music, instruments, sound recordings, Christian County Attractions
photographs, memorabilia, correspondence and the papers and Paublo Agricultural Museum
music by and about many distinguished musicians and composers, in-
cluding Harry Partch, Harry Begian, Elbern Alkire, Kenneth Gaburo, Paul The objective of the Paublo Agricultural Museum is to preserve and
Bierley, Virginia Root, Salvatore Martirano and Paul Martin Zonn. promote agriculture from the past to the present. To accomplish this,
the museum building houses antique trailers, threshing machines &
Krannert Art Museum more. Located in Stonington.
Located at 500 East Peabody Drive on the campus of the University
of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a unit within the College of Fine
and Applied Arts, the museum opened its doors in 1961, establishing a
permanent home for the university’s existing collection of fine art. For
more information, phone 217-333-1861 or 217-244-0516 or visit kam.
illinois.edu.
The UI Arboretum
A living laboratory, including plant collections and facilities that sup-
port the teaching, research, and public service programs of several
units throughout campus. Located on the campus of the University
of Illinois, it was developed in the late 1980s to early 1990s, and is
currently 57 acres. Central to the Arboretum was the development of
the “All American Selection Trial Gardens.” The Arboretum is available
for organized events from 8:00 a.m. to dusk. The Arboretum is located
on Lincoln Avenue in Urbana. The Arboretum is open daily, sunrise until
sunset. Admission is free. For more information call 217-333-7595 or visit
the website at arboretum.illinois.edu.
Gordyville USA
Founded by legendary auctioneer Gordon and his wife, Jan Han-
nagan. They created Gordyville. It boasts 160,000 square feet of
space to host any kind of event. It consists of two 100’ x 270’ arenas
and room for 650 portable stalls all under one roof that is heated in
the winter and has new ventilation fans to cool in the summer. It is
equipped with food concessions, wash racks, new “green” lighting
and 40 acres of parking. Located on Rt. 136 East outside Gifford. For
more information, call 217-568-7117.
Curtis Orchard
From prairie to farmland to apple orchard ... how this piece of central
Illinois has changed. You have plenty of choices -- pick apples and
pumpkins, feed goats, celebrate birthdays, and much more. Fresh
country air and plenty of memories are waiting for you at Curtis
Orchard. Located at 3902 S. Duncan Road in Champaign. Open July
20 thru December 20. Phone 217-359-5565 or visit info@curtisorchard.
com.
Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve
Lake of the Woods County Park is a 900-acre preserve that features
an 18-hole regulation golf course, a 9-hole par 3 course and practice
range, fishing, hiking, picnicking, cross-country skiing, sledding, the
HI-tower bell carillon and observation area, 3.3 mile bicycle/pedes-
Spring/Summer 2022 • A Day Away | 9
implements, hit-and-miss
engines and cars.
They threshed oats in
the morning and after
an old-fashioned lunch
served by the Altamont
Jaycees, wheat was
threshed in the afternoon.
The day was a big success
with over 400 people regis-
tered in attendance.
It was decided to move
the next show – July 16-17,
1983 – to the Effingham
County Fairgrounds, where
every show since has
been held.
The group wanted to find
a steam engine to use
to power the threshing
machine. The Blomberg
family of Farina owned the
nearest operating steam
engine and agreed to let
the group use it, provided
they could find a capable
operator. A local man,
Ben Winter, had extensive
knowledge and experi-
ence in operating steam
engines. Ben agreed to
run the steamer, and an
even bigger show was
held in 1983.
In order to help organize
and operate the 1984
show, the group was incor-
porated as the Mill Road
Mill Road
Thresherman Association,
Inc. on May 1, 1984. After
the show in July, 1984 –
the first show held without
sponsorship of the Jaycees
Thresherman – the charter and bylaws
were approved and
signed Oct. 5, 1984, by the
three original directors.
Association
They were Marlin Milleville
of Altamont, Ed Jansen
of Sigel and Eldo Tate of
Stewardson. Officers elect-
ed were President Louis
Milleville, Vice President
Kevin Perkins helps his granddaughter, Maddison Perkins, pick up a potato she found during Ben Winter, Secretary Roy
the potato digging event at the 2021 Mill Road Threshermans show at the Effingham County Cochran and Treasurer Art
Fairgrounds. Charles Mills photo. Trost.
Jumping ahead to the
Preserving past farming Deering threshing ma-
chine owned by Louis.
present, the club is active
with the mission of preserv-
practices and equipment The first event took place
on what is known as “Mill
ing past farming practic-
es and equipment, and
BY ALAN SHUMAKER Louis Milleville and Wayne Road,” which is just south educating the public on
how they used to be done
T
Mueller, who thought it of the Interstate-70 in-
he first Thresherman’s terchange in Altamont. through field demos and
Demonstration was would be fun to thresh
wheat and oats with a A group of friends and our annual show. Thanks
held on July 24, 1982. It neighbors gathered with to the great support from
was started by neighbors 1930s-era 2238 McCormick
their antique tractors, the public and many local
10 | A Day Away •Spring/Summer 2022businesses, we are able to
not only put on our annual Ken Goeckner leads a caravan of antique tractors to a visit to Linden Alwardt’s
show but add other events military exhibition in rural Altamont in 2021. The exhibition was a scheduled stop
– such as a tractor drive/ Saturday on the Mill Road Threshermans Association tractor drive. Goeckner is
farm tour and a parade on the MRTA board of directors and was the tractor drive organizer. Charles Mills
photo.
for local nursing home
residents.
We also support area FFA
chapters with a schol-
arship program and our
local food bank with the
collection from our wor-
ship service at the show.
Our goals are to add more
farm ground to give exhib-
itors a place to show off
their equipment. We also
want to add more activ-
ities. Last year we added
potato digging, getting
the kids involved in picking
up potatoes. You would
think those potatoes were
candy the way the kids
went at it.
This year we are planning
on adding squeezing
cane and cooking molas-
ses.
We have a museum set
up at the annual show,
but our goal is to have
our own building that
would house a permanent
display. We are blessed
to be able to rent one of
the finest facilities for our
annual show – the Effing-
ham County Fairgrounds. set up. We involve area FFA chap- are a family show.
Many of our exhibitors and Our goal is to increase our ters in working at our show Our goal is to get more
vendors comment that this attendance so more peo- and have many activities younger folks to join the
is their favorite place to ple can enjoy the show. for younger children as we club. Our club won’t
survive another 40 years if
Mike Traub of Mason keeps his mules in line as he we do not get the young-
demonstrates how fields were plowed before the tractor was er generation involved.
invented during the 2020 Mill Road Threshermans Tractor Drive Otherwise, who is going to
and Farm Tour in rural Altamont. Charles Mills photo. be around to preserve this
part of our rural American
history?
God bless America and
God bless you.
This year’s show is Aug. 11,
12, 13 and 14, featuring
Massey-Harris-Ferguson
and Leader. This will be
Massey’s State Show but
all brands are welcome.
For more information, visit
millroadthresherman.org
or call Jim Schroeder 217-
821-1426.
Spring/Summer 2022 • A Day Away | 11Christian County Historical Society Museum June 12-18 — Martinsville Agricultural Fair at the fairgrounds in Mar-
Walk through an 1820 log house, the 1839 Christian County court- tinsville, IL. Horse racing, nightly entertainment, carnival, truck/tractor
house where Lincoln argued cases, an 1854 farmhouse and an 1856 pulls, flat track drags, lawn mower demolition, demolition derby,
one-room school. Also military weapons from five wars. Christian fireworks. For more information go to martinsvilleagfair.com. Phone
County Historical Society Museum in Taylorville. 217-382-5512.
The Christian County Coal Mine Museum August 8-15 — Clark County Fair at Clark County Fairgrounds in
Marshall.
It features the history of and memorabilia pertaining to coal mining in
Christian County. Visit the coal miner monument on the courthouse Sept. 2, 3, 4, and 5 — Casey’s Annual Popcorn Festival at Casey’s
lawn. Christian County Coal Mine Museum in Taylorville. Fairview Park. Food, Carnival Games and Rides, and so much more!!
Visit their Facebook page for updates.
Anderson Prairie
Anderson Prairie is a 25-acre wildlife park that features remnants of
the original Tall Grass Prairie of Illinois. The park was established in
Clark County Attractions
August of 1986 and is managed by Pana High School Biology teacher Archer House
Dave Nance. It serves as an outdoor laboratory for students and the The Archer House, located at 717 Archer Ave in Marshall, was built in
public. Located South of Rt 16 on Chestnut Street, in Pana, this mile- 1841 and is the oldest hotel still in operation in Illinois. It was entered
long, 200 foot strip is the old historic Illinois Central Railroad bed. For into the National Register of Historic places on March 16, 1976. Both
more information go to www.facebook.com/panaandersonprairie presidents Abraham Lincoln and Grover Cleveland were guests at the
Pana Tri-County Fairgrounds Archer House.
The Pana Tri-County Fairgrounds is the home to the Pana Tri-County Stone Arch Bridge
Fair. First held in 1885, this yearly event starts the Wednesday before Stone Arch Bridge was constructed in 1831 with no mortar and is still in
Labor Day and runs for six days as one of America’s top agricultural use today. The National Road runs over this bridge and it is located on
fairs. The Pana Labor Day Parade, a two-hour plus extravaganza, Archer Ave. at the west edge of the City of Marshall.
runs through downtown Pana and ends in Kitchell Park, and attracts
thousands to view the largest Labor Day Parade in the state. Mill Creek Park
Located seven miles northwest of Marshall on the Lincoln Heritage
CLARK COUNTY EVENTS Trail Road. Mill Creek Park opened May 29,1982 and consists of 2,600
acres of land and 811 acres of water with 39 miles of shoreline. There
Every Friday Night from June 3 thru September 2 — Marshall are picnic areas on either side of the boat launch and at areas
Farmers Market starting June 3, 2022 from 4 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. in around the lake, a 139-site campground with shower facilities and a
downtown Marshall around the courthouse square every Friday playground, 15 miles of ATV trails, horse and walking trails, courtesy
night during the summer. If you are interested in being a vendor, visit dock facilities, annual leased docks, fuel dispensing, cabins, and boat
marshallilchamber.com/marshall-farmers-market. If you have any rentals. The park also has a picnic area with four shelters and three
questions, contact the Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce at 217- playgrounds, as well as nine primitive camping sites. Please call 217-
826-2034. 889-3901 or 217-889-3601 for more information.
620 McCawley Ave., Flora, IL 62839 | 618-662-2641
Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
www.carcorralpolaris.com
12 | A Day Away •Spring/Summer 2022CASEY, IL
JUMBO CUPCAKES - VINTAGE SODAS - ROYAL ICING
COOKIES - GOURMET CHOCOLATES - CAKE POPS
SALT WATER TAFFY - PASTRIES - JELLY BELLY
NOVELTY CANDY - WEEKLY SPECIAL DESSERTS
CUSTOM CAKES - AND SO MUCH MORE!
Fresh Flowers
Houseplants
Silk & Dried Florals
Grave Saddles
Make Your Own
Fairy Garden Bar
Christian Gifts
Gifts for Littles
Greeting Cards
Gift Boxes
4 W MAIN Charcuterie Pairings
20 W General Robey St. Casey, IL
CASEY IL Oils & Balsamic
**HOME OF THE WORLDS LARGEST WOODEN SHOES** Vinegars
- Business Hours -
& Much More
Mondays & Tuesdays: 10-5, Wednesdays - Saturdays: 8-5, Sundays: 12-5
Spring/Summer 2022 • A Day Away | 13Moonshine July 21-30 — Clay County Fair. Queen Pageant, talent contests, Ro-
Moonshine, located about 12 miles southeast of Casey, is the home deo, 4-H and much more. 104 Golf Course Rd, Flora, IL 62839
of the Moonshine Burger and the annual Moonshine Run — a must for
motorcyclists everywhere. For more information on the event, please Clay County Attractions
visit the Moonshine Run Home page.
Little Toot Railroad
Lincoln Trail State Park
Located in Charley Brown Park in Flora, the 15-inch gauge locomo-
Whether you are looking for history, unusual plant life or recreation, tive runs each weekend, four times each day (except during rain),
Lincoln Trail State Park has something to interest you. Located just beginning Memorial Day weekend and concluding when Labor Day
west of IL Rt. 1, 2 miles south of Marshall in Clark County, the area is arrives. Special trains run in November and December for the holiday
named after the trail Abraham Lincoln’s family followed en route from weekends. Tickets can be purchased at the park. For more informa-
Indiana to Illinois in 1831. Three Native American groups, the Miami, tion and schedule times, call 618-662-8040.
Kickapoo and Mascouten, occupied the site before it was ceded
Charley Brown Park
to the United States in the early 19th century. Today, visitors to the
1,023-acre park can enjoy the sights of an American Beech woods; Located west of Flora, the park has 100 acres of rolling wooded hills,
wildflowers, including the unusual squaw-root and beech drops; and a swimming pool, camp sites for both campers and tents, picnic sites
recreational activities such as boating, camping, fishing, hiking and and a lake for boating and fishing. Charley Brown Park not only hosts
winter sports. the Little Toot Railroad, but also hosts the county fair, several sanc-
tioned coon hunts and Dean Bluegrass Jam.
CLAY COUNTY EVENTS B & O Depot
May 6 — Boots & Bling Foster Care Fundraiser. Join us for a gala like Located at 223 West Railroad Street in Flora. Built at the height of the
none other. Wear your best boots & bling for a evening of dinner, railroad industry in Illinois, the recently restored three-story brick build-
entertainment and live music! We are raising funds to send foster kids ing is now the home to the Chamber of Commerce and other various
to a very special camp to make sure they know they are loved! We businesses.
can’t wait to see you there! Venue 720. 6:30 p.m. Tickets on sale at Venue 720
venue720.com
Venue 720 is a Reception Hall and Entertainment Venue located in
Every Saturday June 4 through Oct. 29 — Farmer’s Markets, Home Flora, Illinois. The vintage charm, industrial décor, & immense attention
grown fruit, vegetables, homemade bakery items and some craft to detail are just a few of the things. Venue 720 features a spacious
items are on sale from the first Saturday in June until the last Saturday brides room, a retro lounge, state of the art sound system, and a
in October. The market is held downtown on the lawn of the Flora premium bar with bartenders included. Check out the calendar of
Public Library each Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon. For more informa- events and Facebook page for upcoming events and dates when
tion, call 618-662-8313. they are available to host your events.
July 2-4 — Fourth of July Carnival and Fireworks. A three-day cele-
bration of our nation’s founding will be held this year in downtown
Flora, IL. Carnival rides, live music, beer tent, games, food trucks, craft
vendors and more! Fireworks to be held July 4 at dusk.
Scrapbook Supplies, We also offer
copying, faxing,
Vehicle License & Title Service, UPS shipping,
UPS Shipping license renewal
stickers
and notar y.
14 | A Day Away •Spring/Summer 2022COLES COUNTY EVENTS
May 7 — May Merriment, 6-10 p.m., Mattoon Area Family YMCA, 221
N. 16th St., Mattoon.
May 14 — SBLCH Race for All Paces, O’Brien Stadium, Eastern Illinois
University, Charleston
May 19-21 — IHSA Girls State Track & Field Meet – Eastern Illinois
University, Charleston.
May 19, June 16, July 21, Aug. 18 — C.A.R.E. Club meets from 4-6
p.m. every third Thursday of month at Douglas-Hart Nature Center,
2204 Dewitt Ave., Mattoon.
May 26 — “What will ‘Ewe’ Make Today” begins at 11 a.m. at Lincoln
Log Cabin State Historic Site, 402 S. Lincoln Highway Rd., Lerna. 217-
345-1845
May 26-28 — IHSA Boys State Track & Field Meet – Eastern Illinois
University, Charleston
Every Saturday May 28 through Sept. 24 — 18th Street Farmer’s
Market, parking lot of Coles County Department of Human Services Sarah Bush Lincoln, father and stepmother of Abraham Lincoln, 16th
(Health Department) at 825th 8th St., Charleston, every Saturday from president of the United States.
7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Call 217-345-8018. www.charlestonchamber.
The site includes a working, living historic farm developed around a
com
two-room cabin. A second farmstead, the Stephen Sargent Farm,
June 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 and July 7, 14 — Community Band Concert, has been moved to the site to help broaden visitors’ understanding of
begins at 7:30 p.m., Charleston. 217-345-6897. Bring a lawn chair and the 1840s rural life in Illinois. Both offer an array of interpretive pro-
meal. grams. For a current calendar of events, call the site at 217-345-1845
June 11 — 2nd Annual Outdoor Quilt Show, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at Lytle or check online at www.lincolnlogcabin.org. Special group tours are
Park, 500 32nd St., Mattoon. Hosted by Mattoon Arts Council. available by appointment.
Hours are 8:30 a.m. through dusk Wednesday through Sunday. The
June 18-19 — Civil War Weekend at Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic
visitor’s center is open 9 a.m. through 4 p.m. and the living history pro-
Site, 402 S. Lincoln Highway Rd., Lerna. 217-345-1845
gram runs from 9 a.m. through 5 p.m. on days the site is open.
July 3-4 — Red, White & Blue Days, Morton Park, Charleston. 217-232- Admission is on a donation basis. The site is located at 402 S. Lincoln
1485
Highway Road, Lerna, IL.
July 4 — Red, White & Blue Days 4th of July parade begins at 1 p.m., Lake Charleston
Charleston.
With 10 miles of paved and unpaved trails that surround the lake, its
July 4 — Mattoon - 4th of July parade 9 a.m. Begins at 21st Street and a perfect place to run, hike, walk and enjoy the scenery. Plus new
Western Ave., Mattoon. playgrounds and pavilions for picnics. www.charlestonillinois.org
July 4 — Fireworks at the Coles County Memorial Airport, Mattoon. Thomas Lincoln Cemetery
July 19-23 — Mattoon Bagelfest 2022, guest entertainment includes Many visit this cemetery in the Lerna area to see the burial site of
Jason Gray at 7:15 p.m. Thursday, July 21; LOCASH concert at 7:15 Abraham Lincoln’s father and stepmother, Thomas Lincoln and Sarah
p.m. Friday, July 22; and Rocket Man - an Elton John Tribute- 7:15 p.m. Bush Lincoln. Free admission. Open each day until dusk.
Saturday, July 23 at Petersen Park, Mattoon. Food, parade, crafts,
pageant, kids games and more. Charleston Downtown Square
July 19-23 — Mattoon Pride Softball Bagelfest Tourney Charleston’s Downtown Square has been the site of the Coles County
seat since 1835. Abraham Lincoln practiced law in a previous version
July 23 — Run for the Bagel begins at 6:30 a.m. at KC Summers in of the courthouse. Today, the late 19th century Romanesque court-
Mattoon. Hosted by Mattoon Area YMCA. For more information, con- house sits at the center of the square. Historic buildings display stun-
tact Sarah Dowell at (217) 234-9494 or sdowell@mattoonymca.org ning architectural details and serve as home to current professional
July 31-Aug. 7 — Coles County Fair, Charleston. colescountyfair.com offices, unique shops and restaurants.
August 14 — Annual Bluegrass Jam, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Lincoln Log Charleston Riot Historic Marker
Cabin State Historic Site, 402 S. Lincoln Highway Rd., Lerna. 217-345- Located on the Coles County Courthouse square, the Charleston Riot
1845 Historic Marker commemorates a face-to-face encounter in Charles-
ton that took place during the Civil War between southern sympathiz-
August 20 — Coles County Memorial Airport Air Show at Coles
ers, Union soldiers and citizens who favored the Lincoln administration.
County Airport, Mattoon. Bring your family and friends to the Airport
for a day of non-stop fun. Gates open at 11 a.m. and the show
starts at noon. Witness breathtaking stunts performed by world class,
professional pilots, static displays, food vendors and much more. No
admission or parking fees! For more info and updates, follow them on
Facebook.
Coles County Attractions
Douglas-Hart Nature Center
Helen Douglas-Hart had a dream of developing a natural area that
would reflect the native habitats of east-central Illinois. Her dream
became a reality in the late 1960’s by planting a 33-acre nature pre-
serve. Today, the Douglas-Hart Nature Center features more than 70
acres of prairie, wetland, and forest habitat. Also, it provides the peo-
ple of the surrounding communities the unique opportunity to learn
about and discover the wonders of nature. For more information call
217-235-4644 or go to www.dhnature.org. Douglas-Hart Nature Center
is located at 2204 DeWitt Ave. East in Mattoon, IL
Lincoln Log Cabin Historic Site
Musicians gathered at the Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site in
Lincoln Log Cabin Historic Site was the 1840s home of Thomas and Lerna in 2015 for the 40th annual Bluegrass Jam.
Spring/Summer 2022 • A Day Away | 15ENJOY A DAY IN
Family Owned
Since 1968
COLES
COUNTY!
Open Sunday: 7 a.m - 2 p.m
Monday: CLOSED • Tuesday-Saturday: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
www.airportsteakhouse.net
16 | A Day Away •Spring/Summer 2022Gail Casey oversees the preparation of two chickens roasting in a
reflector oven in 2015 in the Five Mile House at 4810 Illinois Hwy
130, Charleston. Submitted file photo.
Past and Present
antiques and primitives
furniture, crafts
home décor and more
212 S. 17th St. Mattoon, IL 61938
Vendor Booths Available
217-234-7747
Mon.-Fri. 10-5 Follow us on
Sat. 10-4 Facebook
• Located right off I-57 in Mattoon
Located at 17th & Lafayette, Downtown Mattoon
Spring/Summer 2022 • A Day Away | 17AGRITOURISM
ADVENTURES
A boy feeds a camel at Rainbow Ranch Petting Zoo in Washington County. Photo by Jamie Thomas @jamiethomas_1_
Make memories at a bottle feed baby cows,
goats and sheep.
For a one-of-a-kind trip
to a dairy farm, you will
definitely want to visit
local farm
From children to adults,
everyone has a blast with Marcoot Jersey Creamery
it. in Greenville. Marcoot is a
By ILLINOISouth Tourism agritourism. seventh-generation fam-
“I have been to other pet- ily-owned dairy farm that
It has now been 20 The great news is that ting zoos, and they don’t offers self-guided tours.
years since the term ILLINOISouth is FULL of farms feel like this, this feels like If you catch them at the
“agritourism” was coined, and agritourism adventure. home,” explains Megan right time, you can watch
and it has grown in Each year really starts out Gibson, who visited in the process of how differ-
popularity ever since. If in April with “Baby Bonan- 2020. “You are visiting the ent cheeses are made,
you have ever been to a za” at Rainbow Ranch animals in their home, lots then head out to the barn
local petting zoo, farmers Petting Zoo in Washington of different animals. I had and pet some calves and
market or pick-your-own County. This is your shot to just as much fun as my top it all off with a trip to
orchard, that is considered 3-year-old.”
18 | A Day Away •Spring/Summer 2022Right, the Vandalia Farmers
Market operates on the first
Saturday of each month.
Submitted photo.
their shop to buy a wide
array of their amazing
products.
Marcoot also does group
tours for parties of 10 or
more.
Once the calendar flips
to May, many farms that
specialize in produce real-
ly start to draw the crowds
who want to pick their
own fruits and vegetables.
Eckert’s Country Store and
Farms in Belleville is one of
Below, you can pick your
own peaches at Bigard’s
Strawberry Patch and
Peach Orchard in Newton.
Submitted photo.
Spring/Summer 2022 • A Day Away | 19the first to get busy in May, Jasper County is home to and apple cider is more ly-run farm since 1831, and
as folks come out to roam another great pick-your- your speed, then Schwartz it has become a tradition
the strawberry fields, the own strawberry patch Orchard in Centralia is the for many folks to visit each
first of the fruits in season (and some of their peach- spot to check out. Their year.
for the year. From that es are as big as your apple cider donuts and “Braeutigam Orchards is
point on, Eckert’s stays head). different fruit cobblers a family tradition for us,”
busy throughout the year Stoecklin’s Orchard in are worth the drive alone says Michelle Clark. “We
offering everything from a Bond County specializes in but add in their state and look forward to coming to
sunflower trail in the sum- blueberries, and they also national award-winning the farm and seeing the
mer to apple and pump- have become EXTREMELY cider, and you’ll under- animals and the kids love
kin picking in the fall, and popular for their Hum- stand why this place is so playing in the playground
cut-your-own Christmas mingbird Festival. Dozens popular. area. They never disap-
trees around the holidays. of folks flock to this event There is another farm in point with quality and
There are several other each year to witness the Belleville that allows folks selection along with great
farms that pride them- banding of hummingbirds to pick everything from prices per pound com-
selves on produce as well. – something you don’t see peaches and apples to pared to other orchards.
Bigard’s Strawberry Patch every day. pumpkins. Braeutigam “Thank you to the entire
and Peach Orchard in If prepared baked goods Orchards has been a fami- Braeutigam family and
employees for bringing
us a wonderful place to
make fall memories,” Clark
adds.
Farmers markets are
another popular form of
agritourism, and Illinois has
the THIRD most farmers
markets of any state in the
country. There are nearly
20 markets in our region
alone, all of which offer
their own unique offerings.
There are several markets
that normally operate the
length of the summer, from
the Wabash County Farm-
ers Market in Mt. Carmel to
the Sainte Marie Farmers
Market in Jasper County.
Other markets such as the
Vandalia Farmers Market
operate on the first Satur-
day of each month (the
Old State Capitol provides
an awesome backdrop
for the Vandalia market as
well).
Many of these events,
like Cross Street Market in
Robinson and Vine Street
Market in O’Fallon, have
boomed in popularity
because they offer more
than just food. There are
pottery vendors and win-
eries that participate as
well.
For more information on
agritourism opportunities
in our region, visit
ILLINOISouth.org
You can pick your own
peaches at Eckert’s Country
Store and Farm in Belleville.
Photo by @jaredtheandre
20 | A Day Away •Spring/Summer 2022Community members and visitors explore the stalls at the Effingham Farmers Market in 2021. Effingham Daily News file photo.
EFFINGHAM FARMERS MARKET
May 28 through October We also offer local busi-
If you are interested in
joining us at the local
nesses the opportunity to Effingham Farmers Mar-
BY DIANNA MILLER approximately 70 vendors ket, please message us
T
give or take on any Satur- book a date to showcase
he Effingham Farm- their businesses at a ven- on our Facebook page,
ers Market on the old day. Instagram or email us at
dor table for a small fee.
courthouse square We offer family enter- EffinghamFarmersMarket@
opens May 28 and runs tainment such as music, Some items you can find gmail.com
through October. It oper- magic shows, ag in the at the market are fresh
meat and produce, baked Shop local, support small
ates Saturdays from 8 a.m. classroom and reading businesses.
to noon, rain or shine. with the library in the gaze- goods, gluten-free items,
bo and encourage the plants of many varieties, Dianna Miller is president
We are very excited to see succulents, fresh blooming of the Effingham Farmers
everyone! community to reach out
about booking their own flowers, jewelry, wood-craft- Market.
The application process ed items, dog and cat
Saturday to share their
is just beginning for our treats and many locally
talent with the market.
2022 season, but we have made arts and crafts.
Spring/Summer 2022 • A Day Away | 21CRAWFORD COUNTY EVENTS
August 12-14 — Oblong Antique Tractor and Engine Show. This annual
event draws visitors from all over to view actual working antique trac-
May 28 — Memorial Day Weekend. Palestine Lions Club Fish Fry, Car tors and engines. Located at the fairgrounds in Oblong.
Club Cruise-In & Flea Market at Leaverton Park, 8:00 a.m. ‘til the fish August 13 — Flat Rock Homecoming. Visit the Village of Flat Rock for
runs out. Fish/sides/hotdogs/desserts served to help the Lions with their a weekend full of activities including food, vendors, and a parade.
many projects. Crawford County Collectibles Car Club will provide
the opportunity to enjoy automobiles from the past and present.
Browse the selection of treasures from various vendors. Contact: Lion Crawford County Attractions
Otis Tuttle 618-562-3881 Oblong
June - September (Every Saturday) Cross Street Market. Local vendors Oblong, located on the western edge of the county, also offers a va-
come to South Cross Street in Robinson to sell their goods. Food riety of unique retailers. Collectibles, quilt and sewing supplies, hand-
stands are also available. crafted gifts, floral, and furnishings can be found along Main Street
June 11 — Flat Rock Pancake Day. Visit the Village of Flat Rock for in Oblong. The Oil Field Museum in Oblong is one of only seven such
delicious pancakes and sausage! facilities in the nation. It features two buildings of displays, tools, books
and literature, working models and photographs regarding the boom
June 11 & 25, July 9 & 23 — Summer Concerts at Cross Street Station. days of oil discovery in Crawford County Illinois in the early 1900s.
Bring your lawn chair and listen to local musicians entertain you for
the evening! Several food trucks will also be there each weekend. Palestine
Visit www.cityofrobinson.com for a list of entertainment. Palestine is the oldest town in the state of Illinois still in its original loca-
tion. The entire business district is listed on the National Historic Register,
June 25 — Summer Hootenanny. Visit the Village of Oblong for an old and many turn-of-the-century buildings house art galleries, antique
fashioned “Hootenanny!” and collectible stores, and gift shops. Visitors come from all around to
July 4 — Robinson 4th of July Celebration. Food, live entertainment, visit this historic village full of rich history. Palestine is home to the Fife
baseball and softball tournaments, and a spectacular firework show Opera House, the annual Pioneer City Rodeo and Labor Day Festival,
in the Robinson City Park. Call City Hall at 618-544-7616 or visit www. and many other history rich events throughout the year.
cityofrobinson.com for more information. Hutsonville
July 23-30 — Crawford County Fair. Located at the Oblong Fair Hutsonville, at the Wabash River Bridge on the northeast edge of the
Grounds. 4-H exhibits, Crawford County Queen pageant, carnival county, features the Hutson Memorial Village. A “town” made up of
rides, food booths, truck and tractor pull, and a demolition derby original, furnished log cabins, a log barn, and log church, is named in
highlight the week-long event ending with a large 4-H auction. Con- honor of the Isaac Hutson family which was massacred by Indians in
tact: www.crawfordfair.com for more info. 1813. Each year, the event is re-enacted, and several other family ori-
August 5-6 — Robinson City Wide Garage Sales. Contact the Cham- ented events are held at the complex throughout the year. Antique
ber of Commerce at 618-546-1557 for a list of those participating in and specialty stores round out the village, along with a bookstore
this town wide annual event. located in the house where Illinois’ ninth Governor, August French,
was married.
August 5-6 — Hutsonville River Fest. Car Show, entertainment, ven-
Flat Rock
dors, parade and food, in downtown Hutsonville. Visit facebook.com/
groups/Hutsonville.River.Fest/ Flat Rock may not be the retail mecca of the county, but it does get
a big “thumbs up” when it comes to a great milkshake, fresh pie, and
Where the Locals Eat
ROBINSON TOURISM COUNCIL
300 S. Lincoln, PO Box 188, Robinson, IL 62454
618-544-7616
tourism@cityofrobinson.com • www.cityofrobinson.com/tourism
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or
All-You-Can-Eat Phone (217)849-2626
Open Mon., Tues. & Thurs. 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
WALLEYE & CATFISH Wed. & Fri. 10:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.
after 2pm Friday's Sat. & Sun. 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.
22 | A Day Away •Spring/Summer 2022friendly conversation. The annual Flat Rock Homecoming is a great Greenup Train Depot and Museum
time to visit the village for memorable family fun. After a disastrous fire Located at 211 Cumberland St., Greenup, the original depot was
in 1912, an ordinance was passed that all new buildings must be con- used until 1967 when the train master retired. There are several train
structed of brick. The town has more concrete sidewalk per capita artifacts in the depot and there is a large miniature train display and
than anywhere in the nation. upstairs is the train masters living quarters. Hours are Thursday through
CUMBERLAND COUNTY EVENTS
Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cumberland Co. Historical Society Illinois Military Museum
April 30 — Neoga Spring City Wide Rummage Sales. 101 N. Mill St., Greenup. Features photos and memorabilia of local
June 4, July 2 and August 6 — Hootenanny, 7-10 p.m., the first and Illinois veterans. For more information call 217-923-9306 or email:
Saturday of every month, Greenup Municipal Building. A night of free historic1859@gmail.com
dancing and great Country & Western and Bluegrass music. Open to Cameo Vineyards
the public. For more information call 217-923-3016
Enjoy complimentary tastings, purchase wine by the glass, and
Fourth Thursday Every Month — Sew Happy Hearts Quilting Club, 6 browse leisurely through the gift shop. Tours of the cellar provided
p.m., Neoga Municipal Building. whenever possible. Visitors may choose to enjoy a peaceful after-
May 19-22 — Toledo Spring Festival in downtown Toledo. Theme is noon on the grand porch overlooking the vineyard, or opt to have
“Fun & Fitness Through the Years.” Features parade, Pronto Pup Stand, cozy conversation by the crackling fireplace. Perched on a bluff over-
craft vendors, pageants & music during festival. X-Krush performs from looking panoramic views of the hillside vineyard and the Embarras
8 p.m. - 11 p.m. Saturday, May 21, no cover. Carnival rides by Luehrs’ River Valley, the boutique winery was built using the family’s grandfa-
Ideal Rides Portable Amusement Park for kids of all ages and con- ther’s circa 1900 pin-beamed barn.
cessions. Trivia Night Friday, May 20; Auto, Tractor & Motorcycle Show Clock Tower
Sunday, May 22 and more. For more information call 217-849-2000 Visit a Clock Tower on a local farm at 138 Co Rd 500N, Sigel, IL 62462
May 26-28 — Neoga Days, “Where Dreams Come True” at Jennings that is powered by the old clockwork from St. Michael Catholic
Park, Neoga. Includes pageant, parade, live entertainment, kiddie Church in Sigel IL. The clockwork is over 100 years old. The tower is
tractor pull, tractor drive, carnival, Bingo and other competitions, approximately 35 foot tall, is lit at night and decorated during the
Jennings Park, Neoga. For more information, visit neoga.org holiday season.
Cumberland County Courthouse
May 28 — Spring Demolition Derby, Cumberland County Fairgrounds,
Greenup. Inspections begin at 1 p.m.; Bomber Race starts at 5:30 Visit the completely restored Cumberland County Courthouse locat-
p.m. and Derby at 6 p.m. To participate visit: thecumberlandcounty- ed on the square in Toledo, IL. Built in 1887–88, the building is Cumber-
fair.com. land County’s second courthouse. The first courthouse, located at the
same site as the current one, was built in 1856 and burned in 1885.
May 30 — Friends of Lake Mattoon Wreath Drop at Lake Mattoon. The second courthouse was designed by architects S. S. Goehring
June 24 & 25 — Quilt Show at the Neoga Community Center at 641 and L.L. Pierson. The building’s design features a central clock tower,
W. 6th Street in Neoga, IL. arched entrances on the east and west sides, column-supported bal-
conies above the entrances, and a balustrade along the roofline. The
June 25 — Toledo Freedom Days. This fantastic event will include: Base- building has continuously served as the seat of county government
ball & Softball Tournament, Toledo Volunteer Famous Pronto Pups, City since its opening. The courthouse was added to the National Register
Wide Yard Sales and Cumberland County Veterans Monument of Historic Places on June 11, 1981.
August 13-20 — Cumberland County Fair, Cumberland County Fair-
grounds. Activities include a Junior & Miss Queen Pageant, thorough-
bred races, music and live entertainment, tractor pull and demolition Grissom’s OPENING MID-SUMMER!
derby; horse races and more. For more information contact Stacey
Holsapple at 217-923-1507 LOST CREEK ORCHARD
August 27 — Fall City Wide Rummage Sales, Neoga. Fresh Peaches & Produce
Sept. 23-24 — Greenup Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival, down- Melons & Sweet Corn
town Greenup. Parade, arts & crafts, kids games, food vendors, car Butters • Jams • Jellies
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