All Events

September 2010
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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  Comedy Club
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  Amateur Comedy Night
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  After 5 Live
  Meet the Artist Reception
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
  Fresh Produce Market
  Farmer's Market
  Bethel School Open House
  September Sunset Saturdays
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
  Early Idlers Car Show
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
  Labor Day Pops
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
  Farmer's Market
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
  Comedy Club
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
  Fresh Produce Market
  Farmer's Market
  Cruise 11
  Grandparents Day Festival
  September Sunset Saturdays
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
  Illinois Nationals band
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
  Farmer's Market
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
  Comedy Club
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
  Arts in Central Park
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
  Arts in Central Park
  2010 Autumn Decatur Train Fair
  Fresh Produce Market
  Farmer's Market
  September Sunset Saturdays
  Collage Concert
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
  Arts in Central Park
  2010 Autumn Decatur Train Fair
  Central Illinois Jazz Festival Lite
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
  Farmer's Market
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
  Comedy Club
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
  Twist & Shout
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
  Fresh Produce Market
  Farmer's Market
  September Sunset Saturdays
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
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  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
  Farmer's Market
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  Comedy Club
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Sep 1st, 2010 (Wed)
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
  Comedy Club
Sports Zone - Decatur Conference Center & Hotel 4191 U.S. 36 West Two different comical acts each Wednesday night. Cover charge: $10 $/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-422-8800
Sep 2nd, 2010 (Thu)
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  Amateur Comedy Night
Lincoln Square Theatre 141 N Main Street, Decatur Showcasing the area's standup comedy talent. Tickets are only $2. Concessions and beer will be available. $/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-422-1711 or visit www.lincolnsquaretheatre.com
Sep 3rd, 2010 (Fri)
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  After 5 Live
Blue Connection 117 N Water, Decatur Featured artist Molly Pearce. Refreshments and hors d'oeuvres provided by Lock, Stock & Barrel and BIZOU free admission/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-428-0112
Sep 3rd, 2010 (Fri)
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  Meet the Artist Reception
Decatur Area Arts Council 125 N. Water Street, Decatur Opening reception for Photography of George Nichols: Then and Now. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres, and listen to artist talk. free/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-423-3189
Sep 4th, 2010 (Sat) -- Sep 28th, 2010 (Tue)
  George Nichols: Then & Now Exhibit
Decatur Area Arts Council 125 N. Water Street, Decatur This gallery exhibit features fifty years of photos (1960-2010) that demonstrate a lifetime of looking through the lens and creating both monochrome and color images. M-F 9:00a-4:00p, Sat 10:00a-2:00p free/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-423-3189
Sep 4th, 2010 (Sat)
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Fresh Produce Market
Shilling Lot - Richland Community College One College Park, Decatur Richland Student Farms will offer fresh fruits and vegetables grown by the students and local farmers. $/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-875-7211 x562
Sep 4th, 2010 (Sat)
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Farmer's Market
Central Park 251 N Park, Decatur Fresh produce from local farmers. free admission/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-520-5098
Sep 4th, 2010 (Sat)
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Bethel School Open House
Friends Creek Conservation Area 13734 Friends Creek Park Road, Cisco Enjoy a trip down memory lane in this restored one-room school. free/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-423-7708
Sep 4th, 2010 (Sat)
3:00 PM
  September Sunset Saturdays
Long Creek Vineyards 7185 E. Firehouse Road, Decatur/Long Creek Sunset music by popular area bands. $5 admission $/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-571-0052
Sep 5th, 2010 (Sun)
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Early Idlers Car Show
Four Star Family Restaurant 1100 North State Route 121, Mt Zion Car entry fee $5, door prizes, 50/50 drawing, dash plaques to the first 100 entrants. This event is open to all makes and models. Join us at this nostalgic diner setting for a fun afternoon of classic cars, music and great food.(rain date September 6). spectators free/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-874-2038
Sep 6th, 2010 (Mon)
6:00 PM
  Labor Day Pops
Lake Decatur Amphitheater 200 Nelson Blvd, Decatur Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra performs their 14th Annual concert on the shores of Lake Decatur. Celebrate the end of the summer with a casual hour of music for every taste in a lovely setting. Great for families! free/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-424-3774
Sep 7th, 2010 (Tue)
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  Farmer's Market
Central Park 251 N Park, Decatur Seasonal fresh produce from local farmers. free admission/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-520-5098
Sep 8th, 2010 (Wed)
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
  Comedy Club
Sports Zone - Decatur Conference Center & Hotel 4191 U.S. 36 West Two different comical acts each Wednesday night. Cover charge: $10 $/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-422-8800
Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat)
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Fresh Produce Market
Shilling Lot - Richland Community College One College Park, Decatur Richland Student Farms will offer fresh fruits and vegetables grown by the students and local farmers. $/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-875-7211 x562
Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat)
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Farmer's Market
Central Park 251 N Park, Decatur Fresh produce from local farmers. free admission/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-520-5098
Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat)
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  Cruise 11
Nelson Park 300 Nelson Blvd, Decatur In memory of 9-11, car/bike show ($11 to show participants), Cruise, Elvis tribute band, TSE, vendors, proceeds to WWII Memorial & Operation Santa. free to spectators/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-791-1385
Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat)
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Grandparents Day Festival
Imboden Creek Gardens 185 W Imboden Creek, Decatur Multigenerational fun! Games, entertainment, inflatables, food, crafts. free admission/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-421-7580
Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat)
3:00 PM
  September Sunset Saturdays
Long Creek Vineyards 7185 E. Firehouse Road, Decatur/Long Creek Sunset music by popular area bands. $5 admission $/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-571-0052
Sep 12th, 2010 (Sun)
2:00 PM
  Illinois Nationals band
Nelson Park 200 Nelson Blvd, Decatur Hailing from Central Illinois, the Illinois Nationals are an all-original indie roots rock band whose music cuts across age demographics and style boundaries by combining deep and infectious grooves with gritty three-part singing. All of the members of the band attended the same college in Decatur, IL and became friends through playing in various projects. Rain Date: September 19, 2010 free/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-424-6318
Sep 14th, 2010 (Tue)
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  Farmer's Market
Central Park 251 N Park, Decatur Seasonal fresh produce from local farmers. free admission/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-520-5098
Sep 15th, 2010 (Wed)
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
  Comedy Club
Sports Zone - Decatur Conference Center & Hotel 4191 U.S. 36 West Two different comical acts each Wednesday night. Cover charge: $10 $/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-422-8800
Sep 17th, 2010 (Fri) -- Sep 19th, 2010 (Sun)
  Arts in Central Park
Central Park, Downtown Decatur This juried fine arts fair features: Over 70 artists will be exhibiting for sale a variety of artwork including jewelry, watercolors, oils, pottery, metal sculptures, woodworking, photography, fiber arts, glass blowing and more. The public can shop early at the Friday evening preview party from 5-7p. Saturday: 10a-5p, Sunday: 10a-4p. Kids 12 and under can shop at the popular ArtShop for Kids where specialty items by participating artists can be purchased for $3-$5. Kids Art Activities can be enjoyed from 11a-4p Sat. & 11a-3p Sun. free/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-423-3189
Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat) -- Sep 19th, 2010 (Sun)
  2010 Autumn Decatur Train Fair
Decatur Civic Center #1 Gary K Anderson Plaza A fun-filled family friendly event. There are layouts and trains of all scaled and sizes on display and for sale; door prizes, clinics, and railroad memorabilia. Admission $4.00, 12 and under are free with paid adult. Saturday: 10a-4p, Sunday: 11a-4p $/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-864-4397 or 217-454-2528
Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat)
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Fresh Produce Market
Shilling Lot - Richland Community College One College Park, Decatur Richland Student Farms will offer fresh fruits and vegetables grown by the students and local farmers. $/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-875-7211 x562
Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat)
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Farmer's Market
Downtown Decatur 200 N Water Street Fresh produce from local farmers. free admission/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-520-5098
Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat)
3:00 PM
  September Sunset Saturdays
Long Creek Vineyards 7185 E. Firehouse Road, Decatur/Long Creek Sunset music by popular area bands. $5 admission $/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-571-0052
Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat)
7:30 PM
  Collage Concert
Kirkland Fine Arts Center - Millikin University 1184 W Main Street, Decatur Collage showcases Millikin University's leading performing ensembles in a delightful evening of musical variety including the University Choir under the direction of Brad Holmes, Symphonic Wind Ensemble under the direction of Gary Shaw, String Arts Ensemble under the direction of Michael Luxner, OneVoice under the direction of Stephen Widenhofer, Jazz Band I under the direction of Randy Reyman, Guitar Ensemble I under the direction of Manley Mallard, and Percussion Ensembles under the direction of Brian Justison. Tickets $9.00 $/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-424-6318
Sep 19th, 2010 (Sun)
2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  Central Illinois Jazz Festival Lite
Decatur Conference Center & Hotel 4191 U.S. 36 West, Decatur Allstar Band, We Three, and Party of Five entertain at this Mini Jazz Festival. Plenty of space for dancing. Tickets: $35 per person includes food. Cash bar available. Come spend the night with special DCC&H hotel rates at $62 per night. $/handicapped accessible For tickets or more information call 217-546-1363, 217-877-4527 or visit www.juvaejazz.com
Sep 21st, 2010 (Tue)
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  Farmer's Market
Central Park 251 N Park, Decatur Seasonal fresh produce from local farmers. free admission/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-520-5098
Sep 22nd, 2010 (Wed)
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
  Comedy Club
Sports Zone - Decatur Conference Center & Hotel 4191 U.S. 36 West Two different comical acts each Wednesday night. Cover charge: $10 $/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-422-8800
Sep 24th, 2010 (Fri)
7:30 PM
  Twist & Shout
Kirkland Fine Arts Center - Millikin University 1184 W Main Street, Decatur Twist & Shout is the definitive Beatles experience played by brilliant musicians with an inherent understanding of why The Beatles will forever be the most beloved and respected rock band in history. Beginning with the early hits, colored with film clips from the 60’s, Twist & Shout will immerse you in a complete experience from a band that look and sound like the real deal, without smoke and mirrors (or pre-recorded tracks). By the time they hit Abbey Road you’ll be completely in awe. Everyone from Grandma to grandson will know what it was like to witness the band live. Tickets - Adult: $12 - $18 - $24 Child: $6 - $8 - $10 $/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-424-6318
Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat)
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Fresh Produce Market
Shilling Lot - Richland Community College One College Park, Decatur Richland Student Farms will offer fresh fruits and vegetables grown by the students and local farmers. $/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-875-7211 x562
Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat)
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Farmer's Market
Central Park 251 N Park, Decatur Fresh produce from local farmers. free admission/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-520-5098
Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat)
3:00 PM
  September Sunset Saturdays
Long Creek Vineyards 7185 E. Firehouse Road, Decatur/Long Creek Sunset music by popular area bands. $5 admission $/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-571-0052
Sep 28th, 2010 (Tue)
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  Farmer's Market
Central Park 251 N Park, Decatur Seasonal fresh produce from local farmers. free admission/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-520-5098
Sep 29th, 2010 (Wed)
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
  Comedy Club
Sports Zone - Decatur Conference Center & Hotel 4191 U.S. 36 West Two different comical acts each Wednesday night. Cover charge: $10 $/handicapped accessible For more information call 217-422-8800