Articles - Decatur Magazine

in this issue: August/September 2024

features Cast of Characters People with unique personalities and a passion for what they do can be found everywhere you look – from the actor’s studio to opening night and friendly competition to winning the game. In this issue, meet Decatur natives with a talent for taking center stage. Cover Illustration by Shani Goss. The […]

features Modern Marvels They are masters of their craft with a passion for going above and beyond to get it right. After years of honing their skills and building on experience, meet the residents who have achieved next level status. Cover Illustration by Shani Goss. Family Behind the BrandEarlier this year, Susan and Malcolm Head were […]

June / July 2024 Charity DatebookArtConcerts & Live MusicComedy & TheatreHistory & MuseumsNature & GardensEvents for Children & FamiliesSports, Health & FitnessFestivals & ExpositionsSpecial Events CHARITY DATEBOOK Music Bingo – June 20Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater, 2686 E. Cantrell St. It’s like BINGO, but with songs instead of letters and numbers, several rounds and prizes, proceeds […]

features Playing HookyStart a project and make something. Go on a new adventure. Take a class. Or just lay in the grass for an afternoon nap. It’s all up to you. In this issue, we take a break from the ordinary and go exploring in central Illinois. Who knows? We just might learn something. Cover […]

April / May 2024 Charity DatebookArtConcerts & Live MusicComedy & TheatreNature & GardensEvents for Children & FamiliesSports, Health & FitnessFestivals, Markets & FairsSpecial Events CHARITY DATEBOOK The Fur Ball – April 20 Richland Community College, Shilling Hall, 1 College Pk. Fundraising event to celebrate PawPrint Ministries 10th year of service to Central Illinois with […]

features Time FliesOver the past twenty-five years, we have offered Decatur Magazine readers plenty of ways to view our community from different perspectives, providing fresh insights into our perceptions of Decatur. In this issue, we talk to those with a history, a track record and an interesting vision of our city’s future. Cover Illustration by […]

February / March 2024 Charity DatebookArtConcerts & Live MusicComedy & TheatreHistory & MuseumsNature & GardensEvents for Children & FamiliesSports, Health & FitnessFestivals, Markets & FairsSpecial Events CHARITY DATEBOOK Night to Shine – February 9 GT Church, 500 S. 27th St. An unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love, for people with special needs […]

By Jan Mathew Needs can be as simple as a few leaf bags or as complex as wireless vital sign monitors. But the beauty of The Community Foundation of Macon County’s Wish List lies in its links — the many ways of connecting donors of all ages with opportunities to share their time, talent and […]

features Holiday Idea BookFrom Thanksgiving weekend to New Year’s Day, we celebrate all the traditions that help create fond memories of the holiday season in Decatur. From all of us to all of you, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Cover Illustration by Tronnie Goss. Trinkets & ToysThe tradition of hanging Christmas stockings is a […]

December 2023 / January 2024 Holiday DatebookArtConcerts & Live MusicHistory & MuseumsNature & GardensEvents for Children & FamiliesSports, Health & FitnessSpecial Events HOLIDAY DATEBOOK St. John’s Living Nativity – November 18-19St. John’s Lutheran Church 2727 N. Union St. Kick off the Christmas season with live animals and over 200 volunteers bringing the story of […]