Third Saturday Bazaar

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•July 17, 2024•

A monthly tradition from Arthur is paving the way to a fun weekend event that comes monthly, in support of local and small artisan vendors.

The 3rd Saturday Bazaar is a unique array of vintage, hand-made and locally made goods that starts at 9am and runs until 3pm in the afternoon. Though the market has been consistently going for 21 years, there is never a dull moment.

Every 3rd Saturday at the Otto Center, shoppers can expect a wide range of items, from clothing and jewelry to freeze dried candies and hand made crafts. Admission and parking is free for all and a traditional Amish Lunch served by Trivia Schrock is also available.

Fall Prevention classes

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•July 17, 2024•

A Matter of Balance: managing concerns about falls, is fall prevention class that will be hosted at the Moultrie County Seinor Center at 113 E. Jefferson St in Sullivan. The classes run from July  through August 30th every Friday from 1:30 to 3:30. Refreshments will be provided and a $20 donation is requested. To register or get more information contact Carol Logan at (217)428-3458 ext. 231. 

Illinois State Fair announces “It’s Showtime!” theme

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•July 17, 2024•

It’s Showtime! The theme for the 2024 Illinois State Fair captures the spirit of the fair on many levels - livestock shows, Grandstand performances, circuses, rodeos, diving shows, ice skating performances and much more.

The theme also influences the Illinois State Fair Twilight Parade that caravans down Springfield streets and through the main gates, kicking off the 11-day showcase of Illinois agriculture, arts and crafts, food, carnival rides and entertainment. Fair gates open at 7 a.m. on Thursday, August 8 with a full day of events and entertainment, including the annual parade which will step off at 5:30 p.m.

“The Illinois State Fair Twilight Parade is a Springfield tradition,” said Jerry Costello II, Director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture. “This year’s theme of ‘It’s Showtime!’ has so many meanings with the wide variety of activities available throughout the fair. We invite everyone to come out and find their favorite.” Read More

Accessibility in the kitchen

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•July 17, 2024•

By Cheri Burcham

Family Life Educator

Research indicates that people who cook more meals at home, rather than eating out or grabbing take-out, have a healthier diet and lower risk of chronic disease, such as type 2 diabetes. However, cooking at home for someone with limited mobility, disability, injury, or health conditions, such as arthritis, can be a struggle. Here are some tips and tools to still make cooking an enjoyable and healthful experience.  Read More

100 Years ago this month: Historical events from July 1924

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•July 17, 2024•

The month of July has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in July 1924.

• Full-time airmail service begins on July 1. A fleet of airplanes are used to transport mail day and night, and the time to send mail between New York and San Francisco is 35 hours, a reduction of 50 percent.

• A political dispute prompts a sword duel between Álvaro de Castro, the Prime Minister of Portugal, and Flight Captain Teófilo José Ribeiro da Fonseca on July 2. Ribeiro suffers a wounded arm during the duel.

• The Caesar salad is created in Mexico on July 4. Italian-born restaurateur Caesar Cardini is inspired to create the dish by Americans crossing the border into Tijuana to legally purchase alcohol from his eatery during the holiday weekend. Read More

These dessert bars are peachy keen

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•July 17, 2024•

Summer is a time of year when people can enjoy their pick of fresh fruit at farm stands, supermarkets and other retailers. Many fruit trees, plants and bushes are ready for harvest in the spring and summer, meaning there’s no limit to the number of delicious recipes one can whip up with these sweet offerings.

Peaches are a favorite ingredient in many different types of desserts, from cobblers to pies. But in this recipe for “Fresh Peach Crumble Bar,” peaches are presented as a cross between a cake and cookie. Enjoy this recipe, courtesy of Saving Room for Dessert, as adapted from AllRecipes.com. Read More

Activities that can promote cardiovascular health

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•July 17, 2024•

Resolving to be physically active is an important step towards heart health and overall well-being. Exercise is one of the most effective tools for strengthening the heart and avoiding various illnesses, including high cholesterol, that can affect cardiovascular health, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine. 

Although any exercise can be beneficial, there is a fitness recipe designed to be the most effective for strengthening the heart and helping it to work to its ful potential. Here are the guidelines recommended by the American Heart Association and Johns Hopkins Medicine. Read More

Back to broadway

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•July 17, 2024•

Sullivan holds some of the biggest and wildest events in central to southern Illinois. Though a hot sport of dreamers, Sullivan is also known to have names in lights from its productions put on by The Little Theatre on the Square. From running full scale broadway productions to summer camps, the theatre keeps active all summer, this summer is no different. School Of Rock: The Musical, based on the hit 2003 film of wannabe rockstar Dewey Finn and his troubles to success, will be running its live production from July 18th to the 28th. Grease, based on the record breaking film starring John Travolta and the late Olivia Newton-John where the bad boy falls for the new girl in a rebellious satire of high school angst, will be shown live from August 1st to the 11th. Nunsense, a hilarious spoof about 5 nuns and their misadventures while trying to run a fundraiser, will be running from August 15th to the 25th. Tickets for productions can be found on the theatre’s website at thelittlethreatre.org. Seniors over 62 get a discounted price at only $40.00 for a ticket as well as students under 22 who also get a discount for only $25.00.