Fletcher Park Blvd, Mt Zion, IL 62549, United States
This year we aren't just hiding candy in eggs, we're dropping it...from a helicopter!
Bring your crew and join Passion Community Church for an Easter Candy Drop at Fletcher Park on Saturday, March 30th at 10:30am!
*We kindly request that participants in the Easter egg hunt/drop be in 6th grade or younger*
Event by Passion Community Church
Scovill Zoo, 71 S Country Club Rd, Decatur, IL, USA
CRITTER EGG HUNT & EGG-STRA SPECIAL EGG HUNT
Scovill Zoo will hold its annual Critter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30, 2024. Heats will be sent out at 1:40 p.m., 1:55 p.m. & 2:10 p.m., and are free for ages 10 and under. Egg-Stra Special Egg Hunt for individuals of all ages with special needs, heat will begin at 1:20 p.m., and is also free for participants. Bring your own basket and collect as many eggs as you can! Enjoy a $3 admission to the Zoo, before and after the hunt.
Critter Egg Hunt & Egg-Stra Special Egg Hunt
Date: March 30, 2024
Time: 1:20 p.m.
Fee: Free
Location: Scovill Zoo, 71 S. Country Club Rd.
Decatur Memorial Hospital to host Community Blood Drive with ImpactLife Tuesday, April 2nd
Decatur, IL - Decatur Memorial Hospital will host a Community Blood Drive with ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals. The blood drive will be from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm on Tuesday, April 2nd at 2300 N. Edward Street, inside Classroom C
What: Decatur Memorial Hospital Community Blood Drive
When: Tuesday, April 2nd, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Where: Classroom C, 2300 N. Edward Street, Decatur, IL
Appointments: To donate, please contact Julie Floyd at (217) 876-5018 or visit www.bloodcenter.org and use code 60703 to locate the drive. You may also call ImpactLife to schedule at 800-747-5401. Appointments are requested.
2801 South 10th Street | Springfield, Illinois | (217) 753-1530
Donor Eligibility Criteria: Potential donors must be at least 17 years of age (16 with parental permission form available through www.bloodcenter.org) and weigh more than 110 pounds. A photo I.D. is required to donate. For questions about eligibility, please call ImpactLife at (800) 747-5401. Donors who last gave blood on or before 2/6/24 are eligible to give at this drive.
About Blood Donation: Blood donation is a safe, simple procedure that takes about 45 minutes to one hour. Individuals with diabetes or controlled high blood pressure may be accepted as eligible donors.
About ImpactLife: ImpactLife is the provider of blood products and services to more than 125 hospitals and Emergency Medical Services in Illinois, Iowa, Missouri and Wisconsin. In your area, ImpactLife is the exclusive provider to Decatur Memorial Hospital, HSHS St. Mary's Hospital.
All donors will receive an ImpactLife Promo Voucher for choice of EGift Card-Target, Amazon etc., use Bonus Points in Loyalty Store or direct donation to Best Friends Animal Society.
Richland Community College to host Community Blood Drive with ImpactLife Thursday, April 4th
Decatur, IL – Richland Community College will host a Community Blood Drive with ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals. The blood drive will be from 10:30 am to 2:00 pm on Thursday, April 4th at One College Park inside the Donor Bus in Lot B.
All presenting donors get their choice of gift card, ImpactLife store bonus points, or a donation to Best Friends Animal Society.
What: Richland Community College Community Blood Drive
When: Thursday, April 4th, 10:30 am to 2:00 pm
Where: Donor Bus in Lot B, One College Park, Decatur, IL
Appointments: To donate, please call ImpactLife at 800-747-5401 or visit www.bloodcenter.org and use code 60599 to locate the drive.
2801 South 10th Street | Springfield, Illinois | (217) 753-1530
Donor Eligibility Criteria: Potential donors must be at least 17 years of age (16 with parental permission form available through www.bloodcenter.org) and weigh more than 110 pounds. A photo I.D. is required to donate. For questions about eligibility, please call ImpactLife at (800) 747-5401. Donors who last gave blood on or before 2/8/24 are eligible to give at this drive.
About Blood Donation: Blood donation is a safe, simple procedure that takes about 45 minutes to one hour. Individuals with diabetes or controlled high blood pressure may be accepted as eligible donors.
About ImpactLife: ImpactLife is the provider of blood and blood components to more than 125 hospitals in Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, and Wisconsin. In your area, ImpactLife is the exclusive provider to Decatur Memorial Hospital, HSHS St. Mary's Hospital.
I strive to use my photos as an opportunity to explore, create, and leave my unique mark on the world. Within my work, I channel my energy and emotions into something tangible and expressive. And within that, I can show that there is always a new perspective around every corner and for every subject that you look at.
Exhibition Dates: April 1-6, 2024
Location: Blue Connection
Reception: April 5, 5 pm A5L
Decatur Civic Center 1 Gary Anderson Plaza Decatur, IL
Tickets:
http://www.decaturciviccenter.org/.../dut-presents-nunsence
Call: 217-422-7300
Or visit the box office
Tickets will be available at the door
Summary:
Before all of the deceased sisters can be buried, Reverend Mother Superior buys a camcorder and VCR for the convent - resulting in not having enough money to bury the four remaining sisters (which, by the way, are temporarily being stored in the freezer). In order to raise money to bury the four dead sisters, the Little Sisters of Hoboken (well, what's left of them) put on a riotous revue packed with hilarious, show-stopping song and dance numbers.
Nunsense: The Mega-Musical Version is here! All the fun of the original Nunsense has been super-sized. If you're looking for a large-cast musical comedy, this award-winning show is the perfect choice. Mega-Nunsense, starring the original five nuns, features five new (male and female) characters, including the never-before-seen infamous convent cook, Sister Julia, Child of God. In addition, there is a large chorus of men, women, and children.
Nunsense, the winner of four Outer Critics Circle Awards, including Best Musical, was called “A hail of fun and frolic” by The New York Times. And now it's bigger and better than ever... it would be a sin to pass up the opportunity to present it!
(Concord Musicals)
Directed by: Sandy Revis
Co-Directed by: Rachel Ward
Choreographer: Sean Robb
Co-Choreographer: Marissa Hoffman
Vocal Directed by: Jeannie Craddock
Fairview Park, West Eldorado Street, Decatur, IL, USA
Amur Honeysuckle is an invasive species that is a threat in our local parks. Join Macon County Master Gardeners and Master Naturalists at Fairview Park in their efforts to remove this plant and continue to improve the biodiversity in the park.
Volunteers should meet at the Fairview Pool parking lot and bring pruners, loppers, and gloves. This event is sponsored by the Community Environmental Council, Decatur Park District, and University of Illinois Extension serving DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt counties.
Please register by April 4 at go.illinois.edu/Honeysuckle. Walk-ins will also be welcome. For questions, email wallison@illinois.edu.
College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences
University of Illinois* U.S. Department of Agriculture* Local Extension Councils Cooperating
Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact 217-877-6042. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting your access needs.
Rolling Back Time: April 12 - 14 & 19 - 21
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Get Ready to Roll! Imagine gliding under the twinkling lights, surrounded by the laughter of friends and the aroma of freshly made donuts. Our roller-skating event at Fairview Park Pavilion 1 promises to create memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you have fond memories of ice skating at Pavilion 1 or have always wanted to experience the magic, this event is for you.
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Don't miss out on the chance to relive cherished memories and create new ones with friends and family. Visit Decatur-parks.org for more information.
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Event Details:
Dates: April 12 - 14 & 19 - 21
Location: Fairview Park Pavilion 1
Price: $6 for an hour of skating. $3 to rent skates.
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Roller skate rentals available for those without their skates or bring your own roller skates.
Rock Springs Conservation Area, Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, USA
The Carolyn Mason Education Day is an annual event hosted by the Glacier's Edge Master Naturalists. This half day event includes a keynote speaker and hands-on activities. The fee is $25 and includes a continental breakfast. Ages 18 and up invited to attend.
Schedule for the day:
7 to 8 p.m.- Optional Birding Hike
8:30 to 9:30 a.m. - Continental Breakfast
9 to 10:15 a.m.- Ecology of Spring Ephemeral Wildflowers presented by Chris Benda, Illinois Botanizer
10:15 to 11:15 a.m.- Native Ink Making
11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.- Creating a Woodland Picture Frame
Register by April 11 at go.illinois.edu/CMDay
College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences
University of Illinois* U.S. Department of Agriculture* Local Extension Councils Cooperating
Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact 217-877-6042. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting your access needs.
The Family Life Center will be hosting its 2nd Annual 5K Run/Walk for Life! This race is challenging with great competition and you will love the course scenery on the General Dacey Trail at Forest Park! Please help us make this race a huge success and allow us to continue to provide education, parenting classes, ultrasounds, and help to young families in the area.
Sand Creek Conservation Area, 4314 South Franklin Street Road, Decatur, IL, USA
This is an Eagle Scout project for Cyril Knuffman. The Scouts are hosting a fun run to raise money for this project. All funds will go toward the improvement of the Sandcreek trails.
Proceeds go toward the cost of this project: The Sand Creek 4.4 mile Trail Run will help benefit Cyril Knuffman's Eagle Scout Project. Cyril Knuffman is a part of Troop 91 working on his Eagle Scout rank where he is going to build step-stone crossings at Sand Creek. His plan is to make the crossing more accessible by grading the approaches and placing erosion barriers to 3 different crossings within the conservation area. An option to donate is available. Mugs will be given to each participant.
Open to all ages event.
Let's get together!
Join us at the North Park to kick off Spring with a morning in the fresh air!
Bring your own kite or purchase one from our vendor.
Food and Beverage available for donation
2 divisions pro & mature. Cash prizes, 2 50/50 drawings, silent auction, cash bar & food. Don't miss out. Please join us for a fun time and hopefully "bragging rights". We will see you at The Hall!!!
Our 121 Book Club is back! Come meet with us on April 23rd at the Harristown location from 7 pm-8 pm to discuss “Deception & Consequences” by local author Marcy Bialeschki.
Deception and Consequences is the first in a four-book series, intertwining themes of crime, mystery, suspense, and romance.
Find her book on her website! marcyb.net
3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United States, Illinois 62521
Celebrate Earth Day and welcome spring with an afternoon of outdoor family activities at the 43rd Annual Festival of Spring! Co-sponsored by Decatur Area Audubon Society. Canoeing $3/person. All other activities are free. No registration required. Unless otherwise stated, all activities are from 12-4 pm.
Bird Banding, 8-10 am – Join Dr. Travis Wilcoxen of Millikin University as he catches and bands wild songbirds. Stop by the Information Pavilion at Rock Springs Conservation Area any time between 8 and 10 am.
Walks – Meet at Rock Springs Conservation Area for one or more guided hikes. Wear sturdy shoes.
Migration Walk at 8 am
Wildflower Wander at 1 pm
Signs of Spring Stroll at 2:30 pm
Sangamon River Cleanup, 10 am-12 pm – Help clear trash from the banks of the Sangamon River to make it a safer and more beautiful place for wildlife and people. Dress to get dirty and bring your own gloves. Bags will be provided. Meet at the Information Pavilion at Rock Springs Conservation Area. Staff will shuttle participants to cleanup sites. Registration begins at 9:30 am.
Organized groups or clubs should call in advance, so we can accommodate the size of your group: 217-423-7708.
Birds of Prey Show – See and learn about live birds of prey with the Illinois Raptor Center. Choose from one of three program times: 12 pm, 1:30 pm, or 3 pm. Held inside Rock Springs Nature Center.
Canoeing – 1-4 pm Spend some time on the water in one of our canoes! A naturalist will go over the basics and answer your questions before you launch your canoe. Meet at the pond by the pavilions. All equipment is provided. $3 per person; at least one adult must be in each canoe.
Wagon Rides, 12 pm-3:30 pm – Tour some of the highlights of Rock Springs Conservation Area on a tractor-pulled wagon ride. Wagon departs near the flag poles outside of Rock Springs Nature Center every 15-20 minutes, and rides are first-come, first-served.
Tour the Trobaugh-Good House – Tour an 1860s farm house at Homestead Prairie Farm and learn what life was like over 160 years ago. Interpreters in period clothing will be on site to answer your questions. Due to the small size of the interior rooms, roughly 6 people will be allowed inside at a time.
Heirloom Garden Tours – Tour the heirloom vegetable and herb gardens at Homestead Prairie Farm. Learn how plants were historically grown and used, and perhaps get inspiration for your own garden at home. You’ll also have an opportunity to meet and ask questions of expert Master Gardeners from the University of Illinois Extension.
Prize Passports – Children can collect signatures from booths they visit, then turn their passports in for a prize at the Prize Passport table.
Community Organizations – Browse information about local organizations that work to benefit water and wildlife. Many organizations will have take-home activity packets for children. Available first-come, first-served.
You can view the complete list of details at: https://www.maconcountyconservation.org/festival-of-spring/
Millikin University, West Main Street, Decatur, IL, USA
Millikin's Images in Motion Film Festival is an exciting community event designed to showcase the skills of Millikin animators, and filmmakers. Guest judges with professional backgrounds in film and animation will select winners in a variety of categories and present awards, including the coveted Images in Motion Best in Show Award. Student creators will have the opportunity to discuss their work with the audience and guests will also enjoy a sneak peek at upcoming projects from 1901 Productions, a Millikin student-run film company. So please join us as we celebrate the art and artists behind Millikin Motion Pictures.
Progress City USA, East Sixth Progress Street, Decatur, IL, USA
The barns and wide open spaces will be bursting with irresistible fresh picked treasures, vintage, antiques, handmade, collectibles, home & garden, boutique and artisan goods, food, drinks, music and lots of happy people.