Calendar – April/May 2019
April / May 2019 ArtConcerts & Live MusicComedy & TheatreHistory & MuseumsNature & GardensEvents for Children & FamiliesSports, Health & FitnessFestivals & ExpositionsSpecial Events Charity Datebook ART Decatur Barn Colony Artists – April & MayMadden Arts Center, 125 N. Water St. Artists meet for shared hands-on painting and learning and to support the […]
in this issue: February / March 2019
features What’s Next?“Change is the only constant in life,” said the ancient philosopher Heraclitus. As Decatur’s aging population moves into retirement, we wanted to find out how that will affect our community and who will step up to take their place. Changing Of The GuardAs a wave of Decatur’s community and business leaders transition to […]
Calendar – February/March 2019
February / March 2019 ArtConcerts & Live MusicComedy & TheatreNature & GardensEvents for Children & FamiliesFestivals & ExpositionsSpecial Events Charity Datebook ART Perkinson Exhibit – through February 8Millikin University, Kirkland Fine Arts Center, Perkinson Gallery, 1184 W. Main St. Brilliant artworks on exhibit from the Millikin University permanent collection, M-F 12-5pm when school […]
Here & There – Kenosha, WI
Kenosha, Wisconsin Located on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan, Kenosha is the county seat of Kenosha County, Wisconsin. With an estimated population of 99,889, it is the fourth-largest city in Wisconsin and the fourth-largest city on Lake Michigan. Kenosha, decades ago a bustling hub of manufacturing, is today a bedroom community because of the […]
Only in Decatur: Playmates of the Clouds
It doesn’t matter where you lived, if you were a kid growing up during the 60’s and 70’s in America, you flew, or knew someone who flew, Hi-Flier kites. Founded in Decatur in 1923 by Harvey A. Sellers with a simple bow kite, the Hi-Flier Manufacturing Company grew to be the top paper kite maker […]
in this issue: December / January 2019
features Elf MagicSanta’s Elves have been working behind the scenes to make your holidays merry and bright this season, with tips to spruce up your trees and tables, events to get you in the spirit, and gift ideas for everyone on your list. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Dressed in their Holiday BestPartygoers aren’t […]
Calendar – December / January 2019
December 2018 / January 2019 HOLIDAY DATEBOOK ArtConcerts & Live MusicComedy & TheatreNature & GardensEvents for Children & FamiliesSports, Health & FitnessFestivals & ExpositionsSpecial Events HOLIDAY DATEBOOK Christmas Card Lane – November 24- December 30Downtown Decatur across from ADM Center. Display of 4-by-6 foot Christmas cards based on the theme Holiday Season Around the […]
Here & There – 2018 Top Ten
2018 Top Ten U.S. News & World Report recently released its third annual ranking of America’s 125 largest metropolitan areas based on affordability, job prospects and quality of life. The study analyzed survey responses from 3,000 people, as well as data collected from the U.S. Census, the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, […]
Only in Decatur: Fairview Park Ice Rink
For 20 years, from 1962 to 1982, the Fairview Park Ice Rink enjoyed its glory days. According to Decatur Park District figures, more than 45,000 residents of all ages skated ’round the rink the winter of 1971-72, a record year for the facility. Many folks recall the charm of skating outdoors and warming up with […]
Get Your Gourd On
A supplement to the story in the October/November 2018 issue of Decatur Magazine. Pumpkins are also members of the large and diverse cucurbits family. So if you’d rather eat than decorate, try this recipe: Pumpkin Pancakes (courtesy of the Great Pumpkin Patch) 1 egg ¼ cup plain yogurt ¾ cup milk ¾ cup pumpkin puree […]
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