•June 11, 2025•
Online registration opens July 17th. In-person registration opens July 23rd, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Kindergarten and new family registration events will be held on July 23rd at 5:30 p.m., July 24th at 3:00 p.m., and July 25th from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
•June 11, 2025•
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has set June 13 through 16 as Illinois free fishing days for 2025. During these four days, anglers can fish without purchasing a fishing license, salmon stamp, or inland trout stamp in Illinois. The goal is for non-anglers to discover or rediscover the fun of fishing and to introduce children to the activity.
Groups and organizations that need fishing equipment and educational materials can complete the online form and IDNR will furnish materials while supplies last.
Outside of the free fishing days, Illinois requires anyone over the age of 16 to have a fishing license to fish. Exclusions apply to active-duty military and people with disabilities. Standard fishing licenses can be purchased for $15 at vendors throughout Illinois or online. Learn more about fishing in Illinois at ifishillinois.org.
•June 11, 2025•
The Bethany Senior Citizen Potluck will be held on Wednesday, June 18th at 11:00 a.m. at the Bethany library, located at 216 W Main Street. Meatloaf will be furnished. All are welcome.
•June 4, 2025•
“Bingocize”, an evidence-based program that combines bingo with exercise, has announced its upcoming fall prevention exercise classes for people 60+, running through July 2nd. Classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. at the Mid-Illinois Senior Services in Moultrie County.
The program aims to enhance physical activity, improve balance, and reduce the risk of falls in a fun and engaging environment. Participants will enjoy a unique blend of exercise and social interaction, all the while playing Bingo.
Read more: “Bingocize” fall prevention exercise program for seniors
•June 4, 2025•
On Monday, June 7th, the Bethany Fire and Ambulance volunteers will be serving a “Drive-Thru Dinner” from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Menu includes pulled pork sandwiches smoked on hickory and applewood, baked beans, corn bread and chips. No tickets are needed for this $10.00 meal, but there are only 300 of them. Additionally, there will be free delivery for village residents. This dinner is to support the local fire and ambulance department, in recognition of their contribution to the community. For more information, call (217) 665-3726.
•June 4, 2025•
On Sunday, June 8th, at 6:00 p.m., renowned Gospel singer Rick Allen King will be performing at the Allenville Christian Church, 201 S. Allen Street in Allenville. Rick began his musical journey singing with his mother at age six. Still a young boy of twelve, he started singing professionally and has shared the stage with many leading artists in Gospel Music. Even now, Rick sings his songs for concerts, churches, banquets - any event where good Gospel Music is appreciated. For more information, visit his website at http://rickalanking.com.
Fellowship and light refreshments will follow after the concert, with love offerings welcomed.
•June 4, 2025•
On June 20th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Heritage Woods of Sullivan will be holding an Alzheimer’s Awareness Fundraiser. Hot dogs, chips, cookies, and bottled water will be provided for a nominal $5.00. These lunches will be prepared in “to go” fashion, making for a quick lunch break while raising funds for Alzheimer’s awareness. Questions? Call (217) 728-4300.
•June 4, 2025•
On Thursday, June 5th, at 6:00 p.m. in the meeting room, the Windsor Storm Memorial Public Library Book Club will be meeting.
This month’s conversation and tea will be about their May selection, “Wild Dark Shore,” by New York Times bestselling author Charlotte McConaghy. You can also check out a copy of their June title of choice, “The Book Club for Troublesome Women,” by Marie Bostwick.
For more information, see the Library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/stormlibrary, or send an email to WindsorLibraryJess@Gmail.com.
•May 28, 2025•
Jonathan Creek Christian Church is beginning their “True North: Trusting Jesus in a Wild World” June 2nd through June 6th, and is open to children from three years of age to 5th grade, running from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. daily at 1425 Jonathan Creek Rd, Sullivan.
At True North, children will discover what it means to trust Jesus in a wild world. Children will participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, prepare and eat treats, collect Bible Memory Buddies to remind them of Jesus’ love, test out fun science experiments, and experience one-of-a-kind Bible adventures.
Children will also learn to look for evidence of God all around them through the “God Sightings” aspect of the program. Each day concludes with a Compass Closing that gets everyone involved in living what they are learning. Family members and friends are encouraged to join in daily for this special time at 7:50 for Compass Closing. Children at True North will join a mission effort to provide families in North America with new, warm clothing and blankets. For more information, call (217) 728-4369.
•May 28, 2025•
On Saturday, June 14th, the Sullivan Street Machine Association will be celebrating their “St. Jude Dash and Bash” car show at Wyman Park, beginning at 11:00 a.m., with all cars welcome. There will be a $15.00 entry fee. Registration is at 10:00 a.m., the car show is from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and at 2:00 p.m., awards will be given.
For more information, call (217) 728-7848, (217) 273-8487, or visit Facebook at facebook.com/SullivanSMA.