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Sun 9/14/25 to Fri 10/31/25
Cullom

Community Posting

Cash Tickets Fundraiser

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Thu 10/9/25 to Sun 10/12/25
Pontiac

Community Posting

Alice in Wonderland

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Sat 10/11/25
Fairbury

Community Posting

Chili Cook-Off

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Sat 10/11/25
Forrest

Community Posting

Food Pantry

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Sat 10/11/25
Pontiac

Community Posting

Farmers Market

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Old Log Cabin
18700 Historic U.S. 66
Pontiac, IL 61764
815.842.2908

Old Log Cabin

Expires 11/10/2025

$2 OFF an Appetizer with two Entrées

American Dining along Historic Rt 66!

Come to Enjoy Breakfast and Lunch!

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Dave's Supermarket
120 S 3rd Street
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.2822

Dave's Supermarket

WOW'ing Customers Since 1950! Family-Owned One-of-a-Kind Supermarket, Deli, Bakery, Catering,

In-Store. Online. Curbside Pickup.

Sat 10/11/25
Streator

Community Posting

Farmers Market

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Dos Fuentes
1005 W Oak St
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.1015

Dos Fuentes

Expires 10/18/2025

$5 OFF a $40+ Ticket

Wonderful Mexican Dining!

Experience a Premier Family Owned and Operated Establishment. Try it once to become a regular customer!

Not Valid with any other Offer. Limit one coupon per ticket.

Grand Prairie Station
209 E Main St
Cabery, IL 60919
815.674.5167

Grand Prairie Station

Delicious Food with Local Sources! Small Diner. with Curbside Pickup Available as well!

Look at the Facebook Page for Specials, Hours, and more of what is happening On The Prairie! Come in and enjoy!

Sun 10/12/25
Chatsworth

Community Posting

Second Sunday Breakfast Fundraiser

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Sun 10/12/25
Odell

Community Posting

LCHS Block Party

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Tour and Taste Virtual Event

Please ENJOY first going virtually on this tour... You're encouraged to hop into your car and Tour and Taste Central IL!

Tue 10/14/25
Forrest

Community Posting

Dr William Gingold Library Event

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Kilgus Farmstead & Country Store
7111 North 2150 East Road
Faribury, IL 61739
815.692.6080

Kilgus Farmstead & Country Store

Visit our On-Farm Creamery and Country Store!

Try our fresh soft serve ice-cream, dairy and meat products, and check out other delicious local goods.

www.kilgusfarmstead.com

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China Kitchen - Fairbury
108 W Locust St
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.3976

China Kitchen - Fairbury

Expires 10/18/2025

FREE Order of Vegetable Fried Rice with a $45+ Ticket

Enjoy our Family Owned Chinese Restaurant!

Carry-Out and Enjoy after receiving Kind Service!

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Duffy-Pils Memorial Home
Three Locations.
Fairbury, Chenoa, Colfax, IL
815.692.2531

Duffy-Pils Memorial Home

Serving McLean & Livingston Counties for 4 Generations - Traditional Service - Preplanned Funerals - - Onsite Crematory -

Fairbury (815) 692-2531 Chenoa (815) 945-4011 Colfax (309) 723-4061 www.duffypilsmemorialhome.com

Wed 10/15/25
Chatsworth

Community Posting

Legion Pork Chop Supper

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Thu 10/16/25
Chenoa

Community Posting

Bingo Fundraiser

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Channel Seed
Illinois

Channel Seed

Farmers! Let’s bring your vision to life. We live here. We farm here. Channel Seed knows Illinois because we live and farm here too.

At Channel, we’re committed to helping farmers find success — however they define it.

With locally tested products that offer consistent performance, we’ll help you make the choices that move you toward your goals.

State Farm - Greg Kurtenbach
Gibson-Fairbury-Pontiac, IL
800.284.8343

State Farm - Greg Kurtenbach

There when things go wrong. Here to help life go right.

Call or Visit us to see how we can help you. www.gregkinsurance.com

Fairbury Tarp and Repair Inc.
204 Wal Crest Drive
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.2416

Fairbury Tarp and Repair Inc.

Authorized Shurco Dealer Custom Boat Covers, Tarps, Roll Tarps

Call Rick Goembel at (815) 692-2416!

Chatsworth American Legion
Chatsworth, Illinois 60921
815.635.3594

Chatsworth American Legion

Look for the next Steak Fry on the Community Connection's Events Page! Thank you, everyone, who supports the Chatsworth American Legion! It is appreciated!

Fri 10/17/25
Fairbury

Community Posting

Dominy October Events

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Community Connection Shoppe & Center
404-408 E Locust St
Chatsworth, IL 60921
815.692.9711

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Chatsworth Community
Chatsworth, IL 60921
815.635.3095

Chatsworth Community

Visit the Bluebird Capital of Illinois!

A Friendly Town in a Farming Community

ChatsworthIL.gov

Fri 10/17/25
Forrest

Community Posting

Kids Halloween Party

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Nutrien
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.2364

Nutrien

We produce and distribute over 25 million tons of potash, nitrogen and phosphate products for agricultural, industrial, and feed customers world-wide.

Sat 10/18/25
Cornell

Community Posting

Bingo Fundraiser

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Popejoy Plumbing Heating & Electric
815.692.4471

Call for unbeatable services!

24 Hour Emergency Service Available

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Calendar, Events, Coupons, and More!

Events of Central IL
815.692.9711

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Sat 10/18/25
Fairbury

Community Posting

BULLtoberfest Golf Outing

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Alliance Grain
East Central Illinois, IL
217.784.4284

Alliance Grain

Farmer-Owned Cooperative

Grain Marketing and Handling Services

Includes 15 Elevators throughout East Central Illinois

Sat 10/18/25
Fairbury

Community Posting

Kilgus Country Store Grand Re-opening

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Sat 10/18/25
Fairbury

Community Posting

Creatures of the Night Fugate Woods Event

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Community Connection Shoppe
404 E Locust St.
Chatsworth, Illinois 60921
815.692.9711

Community Connection Shoppe

The shoppe offers a variety of one-of-a-kind, unique, locally-made/accented creations!

Hometown Handyman
Kurt Runyon, Owner
Fairbury & Chatsworth, Illinois 60921
309.825.5878

Hometown Handyman

See us for any: Repairs, Remodel, Handyman or Maintenance project! We also run a Full Woodworking Shop.

Sat 10/18/25
Pontiac

Community Posting

Historic Homes Tours

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Sun 10/19/25
Fairbury

Community Posting

Bags Tournament Fundraiser Pontiac Firefighters & Project Fire Buddies

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B & D Chemical, Inc.
33755 East 1700 North Rd
Cullom, IL 60929
815.304.6687

B & D Chemical, Inc.

Farm Chemical and Fertilizers!

Adjuvants Fungicides Insecticides Fertilizer Fertilizer Additives Micronutrients Seed Treatment

Call (815) 304-6687 for Your Crop Protection Needs!

Sun 10/19/25
Pontiac

Community Posting

Rusty Wheel Circle Jam

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Tue 10/21/25
Forrest

Community Posting

Lucy Petengill Library Event

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Popejoy Roofing
Central IL, Illinois
217.600.2464

CALL for Installation & Repair

Commercial & Residential

Licensed. Bonded. Insured.

Wed 10/22/25
Fairbury

Community Posting

Blood Drive

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The Financial Center Inc. of IL
308 S 9th Street
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.6615

Edna Steidinger, CFP®

www.the-financial-center.com

Call (815) 692-6615

Securities and Investment Advisory Services Offered Through Commonwealth Financial Network - Member FINRA/SIPC a Registered Investment Advisor Fixed Insurance Products and Services Offered by CES Insurance Agency

Thu 10/23/25
Pontiac

Community Posting

LCCA: The Suits

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Heart's Desire
805 E Oak St
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.4500

Heart's Desire

Come see what we have to offer!

Homeware, Antiques, Memorial Items J.R. Watkins Products, Honey Wind Willow Dips, Door County Coffee, Country Home Dips Locally-made Chocolates & Much More!

Fri 10/24/25
Pontiac

Community Posting

Pumpkin Splash

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SELCAS Ambulance
310 W Locust St
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.3452

SELCAS Ambulance

South East Livingston County Ambulance Services

Community Supported and Supporting Community!

www.selcasambulance.com/

Turning Point Therapies
215 W Locust St.
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.2270

Turning Point Therapies

Physical Therapy services are provided by highly skilled licensed therapists.

Providing Physical Therapy for all conditions. ALSO, come visit our Fitness Center!!!

Sat 10/25/25
Dwight

Community Posting

Halloween Bingo Fundraiser

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Sat 10/25/25
Fairbury

Community Posting

Spooktacular Costume Parade

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Sat 10/25/25
Pontiac

Community Posting

Halloween Movie Night

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Sat 10/25/25
Pontiac

Community Posting

Trick-or-Treat Downtown

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Heartland Business Services, Inc.
310 S 7th St #1
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.3884

Heartland Business Services, Inc.

Providing Central Illinois with accurate and confidential - Personal Tax Returns - Business Tax Preparation - Business Payroll Plus, financial and business structure services!

Odell (Village)
Odell, Illinois 60460
815.998.2133

Odell (Village)

Welcome to the Village of Odell! Odell is an award winning community in the heart of historic Route 66 with 19th century architecture.

It is a safe, healthy, and vibrant place to raise a family, start a business, or enjoy a quite retirement. Also check out its places of dining!

Odell is a laid-back small town near amenities while still embracing the advantages of a rural setting like the lack of congestion, noise, pollution, and crime.

Sat 10/25/25
Pontiac

Community Posting

Liv Co Electronic Recycling Event

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One Earth Energy
202 N Jordan Dr
Gibson City, IL 60936
217.784.5321

We are committed to being an efficient producer of ethanol and distillers' grain, maximizing returns, and enhancing the economic development of American agriculture.

Sat 10/25/25
Pontiac

Community Posting

Family Fall Fest

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Camp Confidence

Camp Confidence (formerly Building Future Leaders) is a program for high schoolers to prepare for the future by learning skills such as leadership and entrepreneurship.

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Keeley Real Estate
706 E Oak St,
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.4388

Keeley Real Estate

Wanting to Buy or Sell Properties?

Call (815) 692-4388

www.keeleyrealestate.com

Fairbury Fastener & Supply
23092 E 800 North Rd
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.3848

Fairbury Fastener & Supply

The #1 store for Individuals, Contractors, Farmers, or Families Looking for...

Hardware Tools Welding Gases/Supplies Farm Supplies Pressure Washers Air Compressors Hydraulic Assemblies More! Come to us for all your fastener & supply needs and wants!

Full Throttle
100 E Locust St.
Chatsworth, Illinois 60921
815.635.3672

Full Throttle

Insurance Estimates and Repair

Autobody and Mechanical Repair

24 Hour Towing Service

Sun 10/26/25
Pontiac

Community Posting

LCHS Howl-oween Adoption Event

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Steidinger Brothers Inc.
1306 W Oak St
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.2042

We are here for You...serving Fairbury and surrounding communities with quality Plumbing HVAC Electrical and Appliance solutions.

Nature's Designs by Tiff
516 S 7th St.
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.3024

Nature's Designs by Tiff

Fresh Florals, Silk Florals, Custom Chalkboard Designs, Home Decor, Gifts, Candles, Bath Products, Candy Bouquets, and much more!

www.naturesdesignsfloral.com (815) 692-3024

Tue 10/28/25
Fairbury

Community Posting

Halloween Senior Bingo

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Fri 10/31/25
Cullom

Community Posting

Trunk or Treat

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Sat 11/1/25
Chatsworth

Community Posting

Family Day!

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Sat 11/1/25
Fairbury

Community Posting

IOOF Friendsgiving

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Sun 11/2/25
Chatsworth

Community Posting

Harvest Day Lunch Fundraiser

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Fri 11/7/25 to Sat 11/8/25
Fairbury

Community Posting

Holiday Open Houses | Fairbury Specialty Shops

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P & L Construction
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.2909

Custom Home Building, General Contractor Remodeling, Design Services

(815) 692-2909 or (815) 419-8672

H&R Block
Gibson City & Fairbury, Illinois
217.784.8921

H&R Block

Block Has Your Back!

Open All Year! Taxes and Business Services

60 Years of Combined Experience!

Futures Unlimited Inc.
Pontiac/Dwight, IL
815.842.1122

Futures Unlimited Inc.

Achieving Independence!

We serve individuals with a variety of disabilities in Livingston County, IL We appreciate all the community & individual support in so many ways.

We also have Seedballz that are created by individuals who are served at Futures Unlimited.

Sat 11/8/25
Fairbury

Community Posting

Liv Co B&G Club Fundraiser Dinner

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Daniels Pest Control
Fairbury, Illinois 61739
309.826.0219

Daniels Pest Control

Family-owned business since 1992 that services residential and commercial accounts in Livingston, McLean, and Ford county.

General insects and rodents are our specialty. So, if you are having trouble with ants, spiders, roaches, or mice, for example, just give us a call.

Contact Kyle at 309-826-0219

We do not service bed bugs.

First State Bank of Forrest
Central IL, Illinois
815.657.8248

First State Bank of Forrest

A Strong Friend for Your Family.

firststatebankofforrest.com

Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.

Central IL Activities
408 E Locust St
Chatsworth, Illinois 60921
815.692.9711

Central IL Activities

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The Spotted Owl
301 E Oak St
Fairbury, Illinois 61739
815.692.1201

The Spotted Owl

We are a locally owned, small town Boutique offering . . . Women's clothing Jewelry Accessories Home Decor and More!

www.shopthespottedowl.com (815) 692-1201

WC Market in Fairbury Furniture
100 W Locust St
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.3000

WC Market in Fairbury Furniture

Ever changing selection of unique gifts and home decor! We are located inside the Fairbury Furniture store in downtown Fairbury!

Specialty Shops of Fairbury!
Fairbury, IL

Specialty Shops of Fairbury!

Remember the Small Businesses

Shop the Specialty Shops! Enjoy Small Town Shopping!

Once n Again
118 West Locust Street
Fairbury, Illinois 61739
815.692.4194

Once n Again

Shop or consign preowned clothing & shoes for women and men plus handbags, jewelry, & decor. All in your favorite brands! Shop in store 10am-6pm Mon-Sat or online 24/7!

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Sat 11/8/25
Flanagan