Community Events

July 2009
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  Haunted Decatur Tour - SOLD OUT!
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  4th of July Holiday
  Farmer's Market
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  1st Sunday Marketplace
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  Tuesday Summer Park Runs
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  Farmer's Market
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  Tuesday Summer Park Runs
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  Farmer's Market
  Pepsi Family Flea Market
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  The History of Natural Springs in Illinois
  Natural Water Springs in Illinois
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  Tuesday Summer Park Runs
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  Farmer's Market
  Morning Meander
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  Sea of Grass Hike
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Jul 3rd, 2009 (Fri)
7:00 PM
  Haunted Decatur Tour - SOLD OUT!
Departs from the Haunted Avon Theater
426 N. Water Street, Decatur
Join the Haunted Decatur crew aboard the Ghost Bus as we travel throughout the city of Decatur in search of history, hauntings, crime scenes, scandals and spirits! Join us for a journey back into the history of one of America's most haunted towns and discover not only our favorite haunted places, but new locations of crime, infamy and spirits that have never been featured on the tours before. Re-invented in 2009, experience Haunted Decatur in a way that you've never done it before! Limited Spots Available for this Tour! All tours will be filled on a first come/first served basis. Reservations can be made by calling us toll-free at 1-888-446-7859 or by getting tickets in person at Prairie Fire, 288 West Main Street in Decatur.
$30 Per Person
Jul 4th, 2009 (Sat)
  4th of July Holiday
CVB Offices Closed
Jul 4th, 2009 (Sat)
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  Farmer's Market
Central Park
Downtown Decatur
An open air market consumes Central Park with vendors selling freshly picked fruits and vegetables, baked goods, arts and crafts, plants and more.
free/handicapped accessible
For more information call 217-423-3475
Jul 5th, 2009 (Sun)
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  1st Sunday Marketplace
Progress City, USA
One College Park, Decatur
Flea Market, Antiques, Crafts. Admittance $2
$/handicapped accessible
For more information call 217-875-7211 x577
Jul 7th, 2009 (Tue)
5:30 PM
  Tuesday Summer Park Runs
Fairview Park
1455 W. Fairview Park Dr., Decatur
This weekly event includes a half-mile tot trot and one-mile or three-mile run. Designed for all ages and skill levels. A distance race schedule is available at the DISC (1295 W. Wood). Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. at Pavilion #1 with the run at 6 p.m. Entry fee is $1.00 per person.
For more information call 217-422-5911
Jul 11th, 2009 (Sat)
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  Farmer's Market
Central Park
Downtown Decatur
An open air market consumes Central Park with vendors selling freshly picked fruits and vegetables, baked goods, arts and crafts, plants and more.
free/handicapped accessible
For more information call 217-423-3475
Jul 14th, 2009 (Tue)
5:30 PM
  Tuesday Summer Park Runs
Fairview Park
1455 W. Fairview Park Dr., Decatur
This weekly event includes a half-mile tot trot and one-mile or three-mile run. Designed for all ages and skill levels. A distance race schedule is available at the DISC (1295 W. Wood). Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. at Pavilion #1 with the run at 6 p.m. Entry fee is $1.00 per person.
For more information call 217-422-5911
Jul 18th, 2009 (Sat)
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  Pepsi Family Flea Market
Decatur Civic Center
#1 Gary K Anderson Plaza
Decatur's Largest Air-Conditioned Garage Sale
This event will offer a diverse mix of goods from antiques, jewelers, craft-makers, and more!
$/handicapped accessible
For more information call 217-422-7300
Jul 18th, 2009 (Sat)
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  Farmer's Market
Central Park
Downtown Decatur
An open air market consumes Central Park with vendors selling freshly picked fruits and vegetables, baked goods, arts and crafts, plants and more.
free/handicapped accessible
For more information call 217-423-3475
Jul 19th, 2009 (Sun)
2:00 PM
  The History of Natural Springs in Illinois
Macon County Conservation District - Nature Center Auditorium
3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur
Join retired geologist and author Philip Reed in the auditorium as he discusses the discovery an importance of various water springs in early Illinois history. A book signing will follow.
free/handicapped accessible
For more information call 217-423-7708
Jul 19th, 2009 (Sun)
2:00 PM
  Natural Water Springs in Illinois
Rock Springs Nature Center
3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur
Join author and geologist Philip C. Reed for a program about the many natural water springs in Illinois and their history. With safe and abundant drinking water being an important part of early pioneer life and also one of the most vital current environmental issues the presentation and book adds to our understanding of water as a natural resource. A book signing will follow the presentation.
free/handicapped accessible
For more information call 217-423-7708
Jul 21st, 2009 (Tue)
5:30 PM
  Tuesday Summer Park Runs
Fairview Park
1455 W. Fairview Park Dr., Decatur
This weekly event includes a half-mile tot trot and one-mile or three-mile run. Designed for all ages and skill levels. A distance race schedule is available at the DISC (1295 W. Wood). Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. at Pavilion #1 with the run at 6 p.m. Entry fee is $1.00 per person.
For more information call 217-422-5911
Jul 25th, 2009 (Sat)
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  Farmer's Market
Central Park
Downtown Decatur
An open air market consumes Central Park with vendors selling freshly picked fruits and vegetables, baked goods, arts and crafts, plants and more.
free/handicapped accessible
For more information call 217-423-3475
Jul 25th, 2009 (Sat)
10:00 AM
  Morning Meander
Macon County Conservation District
3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur
Hit the trails with the naturalist and keep your eyes peeled for wild turkeys, deer, and so much more.
free/handicapped accessible
For more information call 217-423-7708
Jul 26th, 2009 (Sun)
2:00 PM
  Sea of Grass Hike
Macon County Conservation District
3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur
Explore a restored prairie with the naturalist and learn about the plants and animals that live in this sea of grass.
free/handicapped accessible
For more information call 217-423-7708
Jul 28th, 2009 (Tue)
5:30 PM
  Tuesday Summer Park Runs
Fairview Complex
1455 W. Fairview Park Dr., Decatur
Join us in Fairview Park for our Tuesday night park runs. This week is Staley Credit Union Night with a half-mile tot trot and 1-mile, 2-mile or 6-mile run. Designed for all ages and skill levels. A distance race schedule is available at the DISC (1295 W. Wood). Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. at Pavilion #1 with the run at 6 p.m. Entry fee is $1.00 per person.
$/handicapped accessible
For more information call 217-422-5911