•March 11, 2026•

Sullivan’s Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library is exploring local interest in starting a monthly Adult Book Club and is seeking feedback from potential participants. The book club is seeking those who enjoy reading and thoughtful conversation in a welcoming space at the ETML to connect with other readers in our community, whether they are already avid readers or just getting back into reading books. The goal is to read one book each month, with participants helping to choose future titles.

The first book selection and meeting time will be announced once the interest level is determined. Time and date to be announced thereafter, but will be held in the evenings, based upon availability.

Book clubs provide numerous benefits, such as improved mental well-being and a sense of connection, with over 90% feeling more connected to others. Book clubs have also been found to be an important tool in helping to combat loneliness. Most will find themselves enjoying reading more, and their stress levels will reduce, as book clubs have been recognized as providing a sort of ‘mental refuge’. They also increase confidence and social skills, with nearly 80% of participants finding themselves more open to trying new things. The cognitive and emotional growth found in a book club can also lead to personal growth and improve critical thinking skills (who doesn’t need a bit more neuroplasticity in their lives?).

For those interested, call (217)728-7221 or stop by the circulation desk to sign up.

•March 4, 2026•

Allenville Christian Church will host a concert featuring Rick Alan King from Carmi, Illinois, on March 14th at 6:00 p.m. at the Allenville Christian Church, located at 201 Allen Street in Allenville. Snacks and fellowship time will follow the concert. A free Will offering will be taken.

From his earliest childhood memories, Rick Alan King was in church singing harmony with his mother and looking at the faces in the audience, seeing tears streaming down someone’s face, a smile, a bowed head, or a hand raised in praise. These images speak strongly into his young life. He knew right then, in his heart, that singing Gospel Music, ministering to lives through this powerful medium, was how he was to dedicate his life. He had received a calling and a destiny.

As a teenager, Rick started singing professionally and has shared the stage and performed with many leading artists in Gospel Music. In the 1990s, after many years of performing with other vocal groups, Rick Alan King chose to embark on a solo career. Those many years have allowed him to share a variety of songs, moods, humor, and worship. His purpose is not strictly to entertain, but to entertain for a purpose and to extend the feeling he carries in his calling.

•March 4, 2026•

The Moultrie County History Center writing group, led by Jeannie Barnes, meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 10:30 to noon in the History Center library. The center is located at 1303 S. Hamilton Street in Sullivan. 

This group is free and open to all. You can join in any or all sessions. It’s never too late to get started. For more information, call (217) 728-4085, or visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/MCHGS

•February 25, 2026•

Friday, February 27th: Early dismissal. SES, 2:20 p.m., SMS/SHS 2:30 p.m.

Friday, March 13th: No student attendance. School improvement day.

Monday, March 16th-Friday, March 20th: Spring Break.

Friday, April 3rd: Emergency day, no school unless additional snow days are used.

Monday, April 6th: Emergency day, no school unless additional snow days are used.

Friday, May 15th: Emergency day, no school unless additional snow days are used.

Thursday, May 21st: Last day of student attendance. Early dismissal. SES, 2:20 p.m., SMS/SHS 2:30 p.m.

•February 18, 2026•

On Saturday, February 21st, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., the Findlay Fire Protection District (FFPD) will be holding its annual ‘Soup Supper’ at the Findlay Firehouse, 301 E South 2nd Street in Findlay. This is a free-will donation meal/event open to the community and general public. All proceeds from this event will be used for the FFPD’s annual high school scholarship program, as well as costs for future events hosted by the department. 

The menu will be a variety of soups, hot dogs, peanut butter sandwiches, drinks, and desserts. This is AYCE.  The majority of the delicious items on the menu will be prepared by the always-appreciated and gracious volunteers of the department. There will also be a silent auction with numerous and varied items to bid on.

For additional information, contact Tina Martz via email at findlayems@gmail.com or call (217) 259-9267.