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Tour and Taste Central IL!

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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

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

See us for All Your Needs in ... Flooring Carpet Backsplash & More! Fully-Installed Available or Do-It-Yourself Free Estimates Design Consultation Contractor and Multi-Room Discounts Cash and Carry

Call or See us Today! (815) 692-3666

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.

Click on the photo for more information or registration!

Odell (Village)
Odell, Illinois 60460
815.998.2133

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.

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!

Ken's Oil Service
703 N Center St
Forrest, IL 61741
815.657.8593

Ken's Oil Service

“You Call, We Haul” Based out of Forrest, we are here to help with all your fuel and lubricant needs! With a semi transport truck, 3 tandem fuel trucks, a single axle bulk oil truck, and a bulk DEF truck, we are able to service any size delivery.

We carry Chevron and Mobil oil products, in addition to our Ken’s Oil house brand and other chemical and industrial coolants. Putting the customer first, we strive to serve you with a smile!!

Call us today at 815-657-8593!

Cullom Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
815.692.9711

Central IL Attractions

Gaudy Geese

Chatsworth Dining

Rick & Anita's
410 E Locust St
Chatsworth, IL 60921
(815) 635-3006

Rick & Anita's

Local Establishment with some of the Best Pizza in the Area!

Dine in or Carry-Out Available

SELCAS Ambulance
310 W Locust St
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.3452

SELCAS Ambulance

Southeast Livingston County Ambulance Services

Community Supported and Supporting Community!

www.selcasambulance.com/

ATS Acoustics
15 W Main St Box 260
Piper City, IL 60959
815.364.9579

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.

Chatsworth Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
815.692.9711

Central IL Attractions

Baltz Library

The Baltz Library of Chatsworth is a state of the art library and media center. Dedicated in 2014, this library is a learning center for the community and surrounding area. It boasts digital media library, multimedia access, quiet reading rooms, and standard library services and books.

Aftershock Decals & Design
116 E Locust St
Fairbury, IL 61739
833.332.2548

Aftershock Decals & Design

We are passionate about making unique & one of a kind custom design for each and every client!

Our specialty is working with you to develop custom design and printing that stands out from the rest.

Creative Innovation NOT Custom Duplication!

Sick of getting a duplicate? Go with the company EVERYONE loves to copy!

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

Fairbury Fastener & Supply

Supply Shop for Individuals, Contractors, Farmers, Families!

Looking for... Hardware Tools Welding Gases/Supplies Enduraplas Plastic Tanks & Sprayers Farm supplies Pressure washers Air compressors More!

Come to us for all Fastener & Supply your needs and wants!

Stone Seed
Illinois

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

At Stone Seed, 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.

Chenoa Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
815.692.9711

Central IL Attractions

Informational Pavilion

Route 66 & Route 24

Lexington Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
815.692.9711

Central IL Attractions

Lexington Welcome Sign

Niemann Electric
5416 N 3100 E Rd
Chatsworth, Illinois 60921
815.383.9251

Serving: Agricultural Commercial Industrial Residential

Although we have grown to specialize in ag-related projects, we are licensed to provide residential, commercial and industrial electrical services.

We understand that details are critically important in the electrical business. Commitment to quality & attention to details is what sets us apart.

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

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

Once n Again

Shop or consign preowned name brands for your entire family! In-store and Online

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This may be an example of what the store stocks. It may or may not be available at this time.

Strawn Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
815.692.9711

Central IL Attractions

Strawn Park

Strawn Park is a great place to have family gatherings or to just go hang out for the day. There’s a basketball court, a playground, a screened-in outdoor pavilion, as well as an indoor community room that has a full kitchen that is perfect for hosting events of all kinds.

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.

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!

Dwight Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
815.692.9711

Central IL Attractions

Keeley Institute & Livingston Hotel

During the mid 1880’s, Dr. Leslie E. Keeley was among the first medical pioneers to recognize alcoholism as a disease. Dr. Keeley and his associates, John R. Oughton and Curtis Judd, founded the Keeley Institute in Dwight for the treatment of alcoholism.

Within 20 years, the Institute had developed a reputation for the successful, humane treatment of alcoholism. The Keeley Company grew from its beginning in Dwight to more than two hundred branches throughout the United States and Europe. The Livingston Hotel, attached to the treatment center was used by patients while in Dwight.

Fairbury Dining

Dairy Queen
411 W Oak St
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.3728

Dairy Queen

Happy Tastes Good

Eureka Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
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Central IL Attractions

Lake Eureka

Fairbury Dining

Dos Fuentes
1005 W Oak St
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.1015

Dos Fuentes

Wonderful Mexican Dining!

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

Cornell Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
815.692.9711

Central IL Attractions

Cornell Amity Township Museum

War Room ~ Soldiers Walter Cornell’s son ~ Walter Cornell Gene Lyons Arnold Ide Rev. T. Wayne Biehl

Saunemin Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
815.692.9711

Central IL Attractions

Saunemin Village Park

Well maintained Park located on North side of Saunemin at corner of Lafayette and Tile Streets.

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

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.

Fairbury Dining

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

Lost in Time

The Small-Town Eatery with Homemade Baked Goods!

We Welcome Locals and Friends from Afar!

www.lostintimeinc.com - (815) 692-2100

Fairbury Dining

Subway - Fairbury
108 E Oak St
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.3907

Subway - Fairbury

Subway is the better choice when it comes to freshly made, convenient food, serving signature sandwiches, wraps and salads to guests every day.

Fairbury Dining

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

China Kitchen - Fairbury

Enjoy our Family Owned Chinese Restaurant!

Carry-Out and Enjoy after receiving Kind Service!

Mahomet Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
815.692.9711

Central IL Attractions

Lake of the Woods

The Lake of the Woods Nature Preserve is a beautiful nature site in Mahomet, Illinois. It is home to hiking trails, multiple bodies of water, a highly ranked golf course and much more.

Alliance Grain
East Central Illinois, IL
217.784.4284

Farmer-Owned Cooperative

Grain Marketing and Handling Services

Includes 15 Elevators throughout East Central Illinois

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

Odell Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
815.692.9711

Central IL Attractions

Standard Oil Gas Station

The oldest station on old Rt 66, the Standard Oil Gas Station in Odell, IL is part of the National Park Service Route 66 Corridor Preservation Program. It is located at 400 S. West St. in Odell, IL.

Owned by the Village of Odell, the station is open daily during tourist season from 11:00am to 3:00pm for tours and as a visitor center. Contact Odell Tourism and Community Development for information at 815-998-2133.

Technical Metals, Inc.
1301 W Oak Street
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.4643

Metal Fabrication Company

ISO Certified. Privately Owned.

Quality Workers doing Quality Work!

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!

Flanagan Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
815.692.9711

Central IL Attractions

Salem4youth Ranch Apiary

A unique program here on the Salem4youth Ranch is our apiary. Students work with a staff member on maintaining approximately 8 hives and then in the fall they harvest the honey. The local raw honey is a big hit with the local community.

First State Bank of Forrest
Central IL, Illinois
815.657.8248

A Strong Friend for Your Family.

firststatebankofforrest.com

Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.

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

Physical Therapy services are provided by highly skilled licensed Therapists.

Providing Physical Therapy for all conditions. ALSO, Visit & Experience our Fitness Center!!!

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

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 Pharmacy
501 W. Oak Street
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.1250

Fairbury Pharmacy

Fairbury Pharmacy is a full-service locally-owned pharmacy in historic Fairbury, Illinois.

We appreciate Rob Taveggia, our owner of both Fairbury & Chenoa Pharmacy, providing services & local delivery to an even larger area.

We also work closely & support Community Connection with providing locally-made items that can be purchased in the store. Thanks for visiting!

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

Farm Chemical and Fertilizers!

Adjuvants Fungicides Insecticides Fertilizer Fertilizer Additives Micronutrients Seed Treatment

Call (815) 304-6687 for Your Application Needs!

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!

Reddick Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
815.692.9711

Central IL Attractions

Historic Reddick High School Gymnasium

Built in 1951 by Clarence Gall, this gymnasium is up for Historic Preservation in Kankakee County Illinois due to its rare engineering and architectural design. Since its construction, the gym has undergone very little change. The barrel-vaulted roof, with ribs of glue-laminated wood is in great condition, as is the original wooden floating floor.

For 37 years it was home to the Reddick High School Bulldogs sports teams in the R.U.C.E. (Reddick, Union Hill, Campus and Essex) Community School District and later for the Reddick Grade School as part of the Herscher School District.

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

Campus Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
815.692.9711

Central IL Attractions

Campus Community Building

The former Campus school house built in 1950. This two-room school house taught grades 1-3 and grades 4-6. The school closed in the 1980s and now serves as the community building where village board meetings and events such as Campus Days, Halloween costume contests, and Easter egg hunts are held.

Pontiac Dining

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

Old Log Cabin

American Dining along Historic Rt 66!

Come to Enjoy Breakfast and Lunch!

Popejoy Roofing
Central IL, Illinois
217.600.2464

CALL for Installation & Repair

Commercial & Residential

Licensed. Bonded. Insured.

Cabery Dining

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!

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.

DeLong's Casual Dining
201 N Mill St
Pontiac, IL 61764
815.844.1983

DeLong's Casual Dining

Good Food in a Relaxed Atmosphere! Made-to-Order: Sandwiches, Salads, and Entrees Order Online! ...or Call Us Today! 815-844-1983 Also! Contact us to set up a charity event!

Gilman Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
815.692.9711

Central IL Attractions

Butterfield Trail

Forrest Dining

Eagle's Nest Restaurant
213 N Center St
Forrest, IL 61739
815.657.7084

Eagle's Nest Restaurant

Mexican and American Dining.

Family Restaurant. Dine In or Take Out. Wonderful Breakfast Options (served during All Hours) as well as Daily Specials

Fairbury Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
815.692.9711

Central IL Attractions

North Park

Located at N 1st St in Fairbury, North Park features playgrounds, a basketball court, tennis courts, pickleball courts, a public swimming pool, sand volleyball courts, a walking trail, and pavilions for events. The pool opens the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend and remains open until Fair weekend. Hours are 12pm to 7pm daily.

There is a large open green space that allows visitors to play any game they please or to just enjoy nature around them. To reserve a pavilion or outdoor shelter, please call Larry Ray at (815) 674-3660.

Forrest Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
815.692.9711

Central IL Attractions

Forrest Depot

The Depot is a Museum of Railroad artifacts, mostly the Wabash Railroad. The Depot is open for tours by appointment only by calling Jerry at 815-374-0336.

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!

Washington Attractions

Central IL Attractions
Central IL
815.692.9711

Central IL Attractions

Washington Square

Washington Square is the heartbeat of town, thriving on the backs of local businesses who are committed to the area. This square includes a seasonal water fountain which is a majestic sight during the warm seasons. Come visit the Square in Washington, Illinois.

P & L Construction
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.2909

General Contractor! Custom Home Building Remodeling Design Services

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

Dimond Bros. Insurance
307 S 7th St Suite 3
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.692.2343

Dimond Bros. Insurance

Call for a Quote with any of your Insurance Needs.

Business. Personal. Health. Life. Policy Services. Insurance since 1867.

Schaffer Concrete & Excavation
607 E. Locust
Fairbury, IL 61739
815.419.4724

Schaffer Concrete & Excavation

We are dedicated to giving you a high quality product. From your backyard to your business and everything between. We'll help you complete the project of your dreams.