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Ripping kids from their summer vacation since 1830. Photography by Rachel Holden
Calendar – August/September 2019
August / September 2019 ArtConcerts, Live Music & MoviesComedy & TheatreHistory & MuseumsNature & GardensEvents for Children & FamiliesSports, Health & FitnessFestivals & ExpositionsSpecial Events Charity Datebook ART Central Illinois Title Co. Exhibit – August-SeptemberCentral IL Title Co., 145 S. Water St. Featuring the works of Annette Russo, business open hours, free, 217-422-1509. […]
in this issue: August / September 2019
features Creative PowerA community that supports artistic endeavors cultivates an environment of inspiration, originality – and excitement. Take a look around and you’ll discover how creativity works in Decatur. Master of Moving PartsDarren Miller’s sculptures reflect his knowledge of machinery, his love of music and dance and his observations of the natural world, presented in […]
Return to Decatur
The Chicago Bears will hold a “Return to Decatur” event in Decatur, IL on July 20th – 21st to celebrate the team’s origins as part of the centennial season. The “Return to Decatur” will be brought to you by Archer Daniels Midland and Tate & Lyle. On Saturday, July 20th, the Bears will hold a […]
Calendar – June/July 2019
June / July 2019 ArtConcerts & Live MusicComedy & TheatreHistory & MuseumsNature & GardensEvents for Children & FamiliesSports, Health & FitnessFestivals & ExpositionsSpecial Events Charity Datebook ART Central Illinois Title Co. Exhibit – thru JuneCentral IL Title Co., 145 S. Water St. Featuring the works of Mike Delaney and Shirley Buescher, business open […]
Here & There – Tulsa, Oklahoma
Tulsa, Oklahoma It seems Tulsa has always been known for something. Referred to as the “Oil Capital of the World” for most of the 20th century, the city’s success in the energy industry prompted construction booms in the popular Art Deco style of the time. In 1925, Tulsa businessman Cyrus Avery began his campaign to […]
Only in Decatur: Cheese Toastie v. Grilled Cheese
What started as a fond remembrance of a simple sandwich from childhood has turned into a global controversy on social media. Decaturites are not the only people who refer to the sandwich as a cheese toastie. The Brits agree with us. “The British like things on toast, right? Toasties, or toasted sandwiches, are merely an […]
Savor the Moment
Unplug and enjoy your time reading the new issue of Decatur Magazine. Here are a few ideas to get you in the mood. Enjoy! FOR THE MORNING PERSON: Try the simple method of brewing coffee with French Press and fresh roasted beans and take a morning break to read the new issue. A French Press […]
in this issue: June / July 2019
features Go Outside and PlayDecatur residents know how to have a good time, especially with a little help from our friends. Thanks to Howard G. Buffett’s generosity, the new concert venue in Nelson Park and expanded zoo train route along the shores of Lake Decatur give us great excuses to head outdoors this summer. Enjoy! […]
in this issue: April / May 2019
features Animal StoriesTales about the animal world go back centuries and almost always end with a moral to the story. In fact, we found dogs with an attitude, singing coyotes and a wandering chicken right here in Decatur that tell us something about life and the lessons to be learned along the way. Dog […]
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