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

Community Connection Shoppe & Center

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

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Sat 6/6/26 to Sat 8/15/26
Pontiac

Community Posting

Library Route 66 Centennial Celebration Story Walk

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

China Kitchen - Fairbury

Expires 08/21/2026

FREE Order of Chicken-on-a-Stick with a $30+ Ticket

Enjoy our Family Owned Chinese Restaurant!

Carry-Out and Enjoy after receiving Kind Service!

Not Valid with any other Offer.

Gig's Place
220 E Locust St
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.3302

Gig's Place

Known for Great Food at a Great Price! Wonderful Pizza too!

Dine-in or Carry Out.

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!

Mon 6/15/26 to Fri 8/28/26
Streator

Community Posting

Escape & Unite Fundraiser

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Dairy Queen
411 W Oak St
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.3728

Dairy Queen

Happy Tastes Good

Thu 8/13/26 to Fri 8/14/26
Pontiac

Community Posting

United Way Tournament Fundraiser

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Fri 8/14/26 to Sun 8/16/26
Flanagan

Community Posting

Flanagan Fest

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Lost in Time
200 E Locust St
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.2100

Lost in Time

Expires 08/21/2026

$2 OFF $10+ Dessert Items

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

Fri 8/14/26
Streator

Community Posting

STEM Station Exploration

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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 8/15/26
Cornell

Community Posting

Family Bingo

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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.

Sat 8/15/26
Cropsey

Community Posting

Cropsey Area Memorial Park Grand Opening

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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.

The Financial Center
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

Sat 8/15/26
Flanagan

Community Posting

Flanagan Fest Vendor Show

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Lost Arts
132
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.8536

Lost Arts

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

Sat 8/15/26
Gibson City

Community Posting

Summer Bash

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Sat 8/15/26
Gibson City

Community Posting

Farmers Market

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Sat 8/15/26
Pontiac

Community Posting

Cruise Night

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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.

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

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

Sat 8/15/26
Pontiac

Community Posting

Farmers Market

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Sat 8/15/26
Pontiac

Community Posting

IHR Support Group

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Sat 8/15/26
Streator

Community Posting

Farmer's Market

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Pontiac Recycling
15355 East 1830 North Road
Pontiac, IL 61764
815.844.6419

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

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

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!

Sat 8/15/26
Streator

Community Posting

Learn to Play Dungeons & Dragons

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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!

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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Sun 8/16/26
Colfax

Community Posting

Legion Fried Chicken & Fish Lunch

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Sun 8/16/26
Flanagan

Community Posting

Kids Water Fight

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Mon 8/17/26
Pontiac

Community Posting

Food Forest Garden Social & Swap

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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!

Mon 8/17/26
Streator

Community Posting

Are You Smarter Than a Librarian?

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Tue 8/18/26
Fairbury

Community Posting

Senior Bingo Night

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Wed 8/19/26 to Sun 8/23/26
Fairbury

Community Posting

Fairbury Fair

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Tri-County Carpet & Flooring
19 Jan Lane
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.3666

Tri-County Carpet & Flooring

Expires 08/21/2026

10% OFF ALL Flooring Orders

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.

Wed 8/19/26
Fairbury

Community Posting

Farmers Market

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Specialty Shops of Fairbury!
Fairbury, IL

Specialty Shops of Fairbury!

Remember the Small Businesses

Shop the Specialty Shops! Enjoy Small Town Shopping!

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

Antiques & Uniques
105 W Locust St
Fairbury, Illinois 61739
815.692.6835

Antiques & Uniques

No matter what the collector seeks, it's worth a trip to Antiques & Uniques!

Wed 8/19/26 to Sun 8/23/26
Fairbury

Community Posting

VFW Auxiliary Breakfast

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

Central IL Activities

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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

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.

Double M Machine
614 W Pine St
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.4676

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!

Popejoy Plumbing Heating & Electric
815.692.4471

Call for unbeatable services!

24 Hour Emergency Service Available

Not valid with any other offer

Thu 8/20/26
Fairbury

Community Posting

Not Today DMD Benefit Big Daddy Weave Concert

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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.

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.

Fri 8/21/26
Fairbury

Community Posting

Shenandoah & Blackhawk Concert

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Forrest Redi-Mix
(815) 657-8241
Central IL, Illinois
815.657.8241

Forrest Redi-Mix

Ready Mix Concrete Manufacturing

Specialists of Central Illinois!

(815) 657-8241

Pontiac Helping Hands Resale Shoppe
531 W Lincoln Ave
Pontiac, IL 61764
815.419.2696

Helping Hands Resale Shoppe exists to generate financial resources through the sale of donated goods in order to fund local and international charities!

They generously donate proceeds to local nonprofits each week.

Check out their Facebook or website to learn more!

Sat 8/22/26
Fairbury

Community Posting

Arm Wrestling Championships Fairbury Fair Event

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Popejoy Roofing
Central IL, Illinois
217.600.2464

CALL for Installation & Repair

Commercial & Residential

Licensed. Bonded. Insured.

Sat 8/22/26
Fairbury

Community Posting

St. Jude 5K Run & 2 Mile Walk

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Sat 8/22/26
Sibley

Community Posting

Cash Bash 4th of July Fundraiser

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Thu 8/27/26
Fairbury

Community Posting

Flower Pounding Class

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Thu 8/27/26
Gridley

Community Posting

Farmers Market & More

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Thu 8/27/26
Pontiac

Community Posting

Rockin' at the River Live Music

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Thu 8/27/26 to Sat 8/29/26
Watseka

Community Posting

Watseka Family Festival

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Fri 8/28/26 to Sat 8/29/26
Fairbury

Community Posting

Fall Open Houses | Specialty Shops

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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!

Fri 8/28/26
Watseka

Community Posting

American Legion Fish Fry

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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.

P & L Construction
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.2909

Custom Home Building, General Contractor Remodeling, Design Services

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

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!

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Events of Central IL
815.692.9711

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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.

Sat 8/29/26
Gilman

Community Posting

Junk in the Trunk

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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

Prudent Community Energy
for USA,
309.296.3596

Prudent Community Energy

Helping Reduce Energy Costs and Helping Local Communities as Well!

(309) 296-3596 www.prudentce.com

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

Fairbury Furniture
100 W Locust St
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.3000

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

Mon 8/31/26
Chatsworth

Community Posting

Traveling with HOPE

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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!

Tue 9/1/26
Cullom