Events of Central IL
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Tue 1/28/25 to Mon 3/31/25
Gibson City
Gibson City

Raffle Ticket Fundraiser
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China Kitchen - Fairbury
Expires 02/19/2025
FREE Order of 10 Sugar Donuts with a $25+ Ticket
Enjoy our Family Owned Chinese Restaurant!
Carry-Out and Enjoy after receiving Kind Service!
Not Valid with any other Offer.

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 1/31/25 to Wed 3/5/25
Pontiac
Pontiac

Library Journey to Freedom
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Sat 2/1/25 to Fri 2/28/25
Livingston County
Livingston County

Children's Dental Health Month
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Sat 2/1/25 to Fri 2/28/25
Pontiac
Pontiac

National Heart Month
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Fri 2/7/25 to Sat 3/15/25
Gibson City & Online
Gibson City & Online

Health Career Scholarship
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Specialty Shops of Fairbury!
Remember the Small Businesses
Shop the Specialty Shops! Enjoy Small Town Shopping!
Wed 2/12/25
Cullom
Cullom

Legion Fish Fry
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Diner 24
Delicious American Dining!
Enjoy dine-in or carry-out at our local family restaurant along Route 24!
Wed 2/12/25
Forrest
Forrest

Library Arctic Animals Program
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Wed 2/12/25
Watseka
Watseka

Galentine Girls Night Event
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Dave's Supermarket
WOW'ing Customers Since 1950!
Family-Owned One-of-a-Kind Supermarket, Deli, Bakery, Catering,
In-Store. Online. Curbside Pickup.

First State Bank of Forrest
A Strong Friend for Your Family.
firststatebankofforrest.com
Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.
Thu 2/13/25
Fairbury
Fairbury

Lost Arts Classes
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Thu 2/13/25
Pontiac
Pontiac

Love, Loss, & What I Wore
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Fri 2/14/25
Fairbury
Fairbury

Preschool Storytime
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Fri 2/14/25
Fairbury
Fairbury

Two Smokies & a Bandit
Live Music
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Steidinger Tires
123 W Locust St.
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.2777
123 W Locust St.
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.2777
Steidinger Tires
Buy a set of Tires, Get a Free Rotation! - Passenger or light truck tires
Need New Tires? Need Tires Checked? Remember Steidinger Tires for your Tire Needs!
Call (815) 692-2777
(not semi or tractor)

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.
Nutrien
We produce and distribute over 25 million tons of potash, nitrogen and phosphate products for agricultural, industrial, and feed customers world-wide.
Fri 2/14/25
Pontiac
Pontiac

Disc Golf Putting
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Fri 2/14/25
Thawville
Thawville

Legion Fish Fry
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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!
Sat 2/15/25
Cissna Park
Cissna Park

Dueling Pianos Fundraiser
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Sat 2/15/25
Cornell
Cornell

Bingo Fundraiser
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Sat 2/15/25
Forrest
Forrest

Forrest American Legion Breakfast
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Sat 2/15/25
Gibson City
Gibson City

Cash Bash
FFA Fundraiser
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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
Sat 2/15/25 to Mon 2/17/25
LaSalle County
LaSalle County

History by the Dozen Tour
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Sat 2/15/25
Pontiac
Pontiac

FFA Auction &
Pork Chop Dinner
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Sun 2/16/25
Buckley
Buckley

Chicken Dinner / Auction / Carnival Fundraiser
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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
Mon 2/17/25
Loda
Loda

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

Community Connection Shoppe
The shoppe offers a variety of one-of-a-kind, unique, locally-made/accented creations!
Mon 2/17/25
Pontiac
Pontiac

Mardi Gras Style Mask Class
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Wed 2/19/25
Chatsworth
Chatsworth

Legion Steak Supper
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Thu 2/20/25
Chenoa
Chenoa

Bingo
Hope Center Fundraiser
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Thu 2/20/25
Cullom
Cullom

Legion Porkloin Dinner Fundraiser
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Central IL Activities
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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

Lost Arts
Come visit Lost Arts
offering quality supplies for the following:
Quilting
Crocheting
Knitting
Tatting
Embroidery and
Sewing

Fairbury Furniture
Now OPEN our Upper Level!!
More selection in
Dining
Living and
Bedroom
plus so much more!
Also, WC Market is inside Fairbury Furniture for your Home Decor needs.
www.fairburyfurniture.com (815)692-3000
Thu 2/20/25
southern Iroquois County
southern Iroquois County

Mobile Food Pantry
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Fri 2/21/25
Chenoa
Chenoa

Trivia Night Fundraiser
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Fri 2/21/25
Ford County
Ford County

Mobile Food Pantry
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Sat 2/22/25
Forrest
Forrest

FFA Farm & Home Show
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Sat 2/22/25
Gibson City
Gibson City

Food Pantry
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Expires 02/19/2025
See us for All Your Needs in Flooring, Carpet, Backsplash, & More!
Fully-Installed Available or Do-It-Yourself
Call or See us Today! (815) 692-3666
Excludes sale or in-stock items
Not valid with any other offer. One coupon per customer.
Sat 2/22/25
Kempton
Kempton

Pancake & Sausage Day
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The shoppe offers a variety of one-of-a-kind, unique, locally-made/accented creations!
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Sat 2/22/25
Watseka
Watseka

Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast
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Sun 2/23/25
Chatsworth
Chatsworth

Pancake & Sausage Breakfast
Fire & EMS
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Sun 2/23/25
Gibson City
Gibson City

Lions Club Pancake Day
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Mon 2/24/25
Pontiac
Pontiac

Liv Co OS Snowflake Trainings
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Mon 2/24/25
northern McLean County
northern McLean County

Mobile Food Pantry
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Wed 2/26/25
Fairbury
Fairbury

Blood Drive
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Fairbury Tarp and Repair Inc.
Authorized Shurco Dealer
Custom Boat Covers, Tarps, Roll Tarps
Call Rick Goembel at (815) 692-2416!
Wed 2/26/25
Pontiac
Pontiac

Blood Drive
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Wed 2/26/25
northern Iroquois County
northern Iroquois County

Mobile Food Pantry
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ATS Acoustics makes panels which are used to eliminate sound problems and create great-looking, great-sounding rooms and auditoriums. Quality acoustic treatments ensure the sound in your room reaches your audience with clarity and impact.
Thu 2/27/25
Dwight
Dwight

Dwight History Presentation
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Double M Machine
A Great Employer while performing Die Services, Fixture Services and General Machining Services.
Call (815) 692-4676 if you have a need!
Thu 2/27/25
Fairbury
Fairbury

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

Custom Home Building, General Contractor
Remodeling, Design Services
(815) 692-2909 or (815) 419-8672
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.
Thu 2/27/25
Fairbury
Fairbury

The Secrets of Sour Dough
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We are committed to being an efficient producer of ethanol and distillers' grain, maximizing returns, and enhancing the economic development of American agriculture.
Pontiac Recycling
We BUY your JUNK!
Serving Individuals. Industrial Pickup. Farmers.
Aluminum Cans
Household “Stuff”
Steel/Metal
Newspapers
Magazines
Old Appliances
Copper
Brass
Tin
Anything Aluminum

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
Sat 3/1/25
Cropsey
Cropsey

Pancake & Sausage Day
and Country Store
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Maxwire Internet
FAST and RELIABLE wireless internet!
Check out if YOU can get coverage from this outstanding provider!

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
Sat 3/1/25
Sheldon
Sheldon

Cash Bash Fundraiser
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Sat 3/1/25
Streator
Streator

Jammin' at the Clock Fundraiser Event
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Alliance Grain
Farmer-Owned Cooperative
Grain Marketing and Handling Services
Includes 15 Elevators throughout East Central Illinois
Wed 3/5/25
Dwight
Dwight

Walk About Wednesday Pop Up
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Thu 3/6/25
Chatsworth
Chatsworth

Food Pantry
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Thu 3/6/25
Forrest
Forrest

Library US Capitol Program
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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!!!
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 3/8/25
Cullom
Cullom

Glo Bingo Fundraiser
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Sat 3/8/25
Fairbury
Fairbury

Salamander Search
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Sat 3/8/25
Local Areas / Bloomington
Local Areas / Bloomington

First Responders Night
Hockey Game
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Sat 3/8/25
Odell
Odell

Odell Days Draw Down
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Sat 3/8/25
Pontiac
Pontiac

Mother Son Date Night
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Forrest

Library After School Program
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Tue 3/11/25
Pontiac
Pontiac

Easter Coasters Class
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Once n Again
Shop or consign preowned name brands for your entire family!
Shop In-store and Online
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Sat 3/15/25
Colfax
Colfax

FFA Ag Madness Ticket Fundraiser
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Lost in Time
Expires 02/19/2025
$5 OFF a $40+ Ticket
The Small-Town Eatery with Homemade Baked Goods!
We Welcome Locals and Friends from Afar!
Not Valid with any other Offer.
www.lostintimeinc.com - (815) 692-2100
Sat 3/15/25
Watseka
Watseka

Winter Farmers Market
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Fri 4/11/25
Colfax
Colfax

300 Club
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Sat 6/21/25
Pontiac
Pontiac
Love Local Event
Our 2025 Love Local Event will be on June 21st. The time and location are TBD closer to the date!
Get a bag filled with local brochures, activities, and treats!