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contents3 Welcome

13 Golf Guide

16 Calendar

23 Worship Guide

welcomeDecatur, Forsyth and Mount Zion are at the heart

of Illinois. It’s why it’s call the heartland.The people are hard-working, resilient and

welcoming. And it’s these people who will make yourstay in this area enjoyable and memorable. There’splenty for you to do and see.

Illinois may be known as the Land of Lincoln butit’s this area with which the 16th President is mostclosely associated. There are many Looking forLincoln activities in close enough proximity to makeyour stay with us enjoyable.

Outdoor activities are plentiful too, whether it’sone of the many nature and hiking areas and trails, orwater activities at Lake Decatur. As well, golfers willfind courses to challenge every level of play.

Whether it’s a unique dining experience, historicattraction or a golf course, you’ll find the utmosteffort put forth to make your experience the bestpossible. That’s what makes the Decatur, Forsyth andMount Zion communities and its people so special.

Use this guide to make your visit with us special.

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4 ATTRACTIONS

6 SHOPPING

7 ACCOMMODATIONS

10 DINING

14 THINGS TO DO

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ANNA BETHEL FISHERROCK GARDENNelson Park Blvd. and Lake Shore10 a.m. to dusk, dailyThis landmark overlooking Lake Decatur, a

favorite spot for a quiet stroll, was built in1927 and reopened in 1993 following aprize-winning restoration.The secluded pathswind through rocky terraces lined withbrightly colored annual flowers. Free.

DR. BIRKS MUSEUMMillikin University, Gorin Hall1184W. Main St.424-63371 to 4 p.m., dailyBirks Museum has more than 1,000 vases,

lamps and pieces of art glass, includingWedgewood,Tiffany and Boehm. Otherunusual items include a brilliantly detailedJapanese bridal kimono and exquisite turn-of-the-century furniture by Emil Galle andGustav Stickley.The museum also hasbecome home for other universitycollections, including Chinese art objects.Group tours are available by contacting themuseum in advance. Free.

CHEVROLET HALL OF FAMEMUSEUM3635 U.S. 36 East1-888-926-9843 or 791-5793www.chevrolethalloffamemuseum.com10 a.m. to 6 p.m.,Tuesday through SundayThe museum has a wide variety of

Chevrolet’s most popular cars andmemorabilia from its early days through the

present.Whether it was a race car, anIndianapolis 500 Pace car, or a show car, it’son display at the Chevrolet Hall of FameMuseum.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OFILLINOIS55 S. Country Club Rd.423-5437www.cmofil.com9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.,Tuesday through Friday10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday1 to 5 p.m., SundayClosed major holidaysThe Children’s Museum of Illinois offers

two floors (more than 10,000 square feet) ofexhibit space for school children, families and

friends to explore.Visitors can wind their wayto the top of Luckey’s Climber. Make a lastingimpression in the PinScreen, or anchor theWKIDS TV news desk. Special programs areplanned for holidays. Free nights/days areoffered every quarter. Admission is charged.Children must be accompanied by an adult.

GOVERNOR OGLESBY MANSION421W.William St.429-94221 to 4 p.m.,Wednesdays and Saturdays,June through August2 to 4 p.m., Sundays, June through AugustHome of Richard J. Oglesby, U.S. Senator

and three-time governor of Illinois. Built in1874, the Italiante home features Oglesby’soriginal library which has been lovinglyrestored with wallpaper and furnishings ofthe Gilded Age. Christmas Tea the secondSunday of December. Donations accepted.

HIERONYMUS MUELLERMUSEUM420W. Eldorado St.1 to 4 p.m.,Thursday through SaturdayYou can’t turn on your faucets, go roller

skating, get a drink at a public fountain ordrive your car without thinking aboutHieronymus Mueller.Visit this interesting andaward-winning museum.

HISTORIC DECATURAUDIO TOUR202 E. North St.8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through FridayThe Decatur Area Convention &VisitorsBureau and the Historical & ArchitecturalSites Commission invite you to navigatehistoric Decatur with an audio tour.Theestimated driving time is one hour. Along the

ATTRACTIONS

A wide variety of animals are plentiful at Scovill Zoo.

Children’s Museum of Illinois is a fun place to visit, no matter what the season.


tour route you can find public restroomsdowntown at the Macon County Building, theLibrary and Civic Center.You will also find awide variety of restaurants.

KIRKLAND GALLERIESMillikin University, Kirkland Fine Arts Center424-6227Lower and Studio Galleries: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.,Monday through FridayPerkinson Gallery: noon to 5 p.m.,Monday through FridayThree galleries feature one-artist exhibitsduring the academic year.The PerkinsonGallery shows work by nationally knownartists.The Lower Gallery’s displays often areof photography. Area and student artistsdisplay their works in the Studio Gallery. Free.

MACON COUNTY MUSEUMCOMPLEX5580 North Fork Rd.422-49191 to 4 p.m.,Tuesday through Saturday1 to 4 p.m., fourth Sunday of the monthClosed holidaysThe Museum is an official Looking For

Lincoln coalition site featuring MaconCounty’s first log courthouse where Lincolnparticipated in five “Lincoln In MaconCounty,” the legal cases in the late 1830s, aswell as showing Abraham Lincoln Theater.TheLincoln Connection exhibit features video inthe artifacts and information on differentaspects of Lincoln’s life, the Civil War and theGrand Army of the Republic that wasfounded in Decatur. Exhibits featuringhistorical artifacts and information aboutDecatur and Macon County from the 1830sto the present are also featured in themuseum, along with an 1860s one-roomschool house, 1850s log house and 1920srailroad caboose located in the Prairie Village.Admission fee: $2 for adults; $1 for children12 and under.

MILLIKIN HOMESTEAD125 N. Pine St.422-90032 to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday,April through OctoberBanker James Millikin built this stately brick

mansion in 1876, the year of the UnitedStates centennial.The fully restored landmarkis known for its woodwork, elegant fireplaces,plasterwork and etched and stained glass.Donations accepted.

ROCK SPRINGSCONSERVATION AREA3939 Nearing Ln.423-7708www.maconcounty conservation.orgNature Center: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondaythrough Friday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday;1 to 4 p.m., SundayHomestead Prairie Farm: 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, June through OctoberClosed major holidaysHiking and Biking Trails: 7 a.m. to sunset,year-roundLocated on 1,340 acres, the Rock Springs

Conservation Area puts visitors in touch withthe environment. Programs for all ages. LivingHistory programs are offered in theHomestead Prairie Farm, a restored 19thcentury farmstead. Donations accepted, withfees for some events.

SCOVILL ZOO71 S. Country Club Rd.421-7435Open daily, April through OctoberAnimals from around the world live as theywould in the wild in this 15-acre zoooverlooking Lake Decatur. More than 400

wild and domestic animals from SouthAmerica, Africa, Australia and three othercontinents inhabit the zoo.The zoo’s ShillingEnvironmental Education and Visitor Centerfeatures a gift shop, fully accessible restroomsand an education/conference room withoutdoor amphitheater.You can take a ride onthe Z.O. & O. Express train, grab a snack atthe Zoopermarket concession stand, howlwith the wolves in theWolf Howl, feedpygmy goats in the Petting Area and visitreptiles, fish and amphibians in theHerpaquarium. A variety of educationalprograms are offered throughout the year.Admission is charged.

SCOVILL HOUSE& ORIENTAL GARDENS17 S. Country Club Rd.Open daily, 10 a.m. to duskChinese fu dogs guard the entrance to theJapanese-style garden in Scovill Park, originallypart of the Scovill family estate. Its greenery,rocks, sand and water are ornamented withoriental sculpture and a graceful sod bridge.Nearby stands a gazebo, surrounded by aformal flower garden. Free.

The Lincoln Square Theatre plays host to a varietyof entertainment throughout the year.

There are many fun activities at Scovill Zoo.


Shopping in Decatur, Forsyth and Mount Zion is anenjoyable experience for the whole family. A variety ofshops, from department stores to small boutiques, willtempt one and all. Visit a few retailers today, and takehome just what you were searching for.The downtown area is always a good

place to start, and Decatur is noexception. You can browse the uniqueboutiques and shops, and enjoy an

atmosphere wherehistory and the futuremeet. DowntownDecatur shoppingincludes, Fox’s Den,Brass Horn, Talbot’s,Raupp’s Shoes and FloraGems.Throughout Decatur

you’ll also find manyother shoppingopportunities, includingFairview Plaza,Brettwood Village,Northgate ShoppingCenter and two Wal-Mart Super Centers(north and east).Just north of Decatur,

in Forsyth, is HickoryPoint Mall, whichfeatures more than 70retailers. The mall is

anchored by Von Maur, Bergner’s, Kohl’s, Sears and J.C.Penney. Other stores include Waldenbooks and Zales.Near Hickory Point Mall are several other businesses,including Best Buy, Lowe’s, Menards and Coziahr Harley-

Davidson/Buell.No matter the length of your shopping

list or the length of your stay, there issomething for everyone. Browse theboutiques and visit Decatur, Forsyth andMount Zion stores for the best in shoppingvariety

SHOPPING

Hickory Point Mall, Brettwood Village Shopping Center and downtown Decatur provide great shopping opportunities.


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Ramada Limited355 E. Hickory Point Rd., 217-876-8011

Decatur Inn3035 N. Water St., 217-877-3380

Sandy’s Motel1675 E. Pershing Rd., 217-877-1387

Sleep Inn3920 Hospitality Lane, 217-872-7700

Soy City Motel1828 E. Eldorado St., 217-428-8624

Super 8 Motel3134 N. Water St., 217-877-8888

Tri-Manor Motel3420 N. 22nd St., 217-877-6900

Holiday Inn Express ** *** √5170 N. Wingate, 217-875-5500

Victoriana Bed & Breakfast640 W. Main St., 217-428-0637

The Younker House Bed & Breakfast500 W. Main St., 217-422-9707

Homewood Suites333 W. Marion Ave., Forsyth, 877-0887

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Baymont Inn ** ***Interstate 72 at U.S. 51, 217-875-5800

Best Value Shelton Inn & Suites450 E. Pershing Rd., 217-877-7255

Comfort Inn & Suites134 Barnett Ave., Forsyth, 217-875-1166

Country Inn & Suites Hotel *** **5150 Hickory Point Frontage Rd., 217-872-2402

Decatur Conference Center & Hotel ***4191 U.S. 36 West, 217-422-8800 **

Days Inn-Decatur **333 N. Wyckles Rd., 217-422-5900

Fairfield Inn1417 Hickory Point Dr., Forsyth, 217-875-3337

Hampton Inn (Hilton Honors Program)1429 Hickory Point Dr., Forsyth, 217-877-5577

Hawthorne Suites Ltd. *** **2370 Mt. Zion Rd., Decatur, 217-864-9311

Intown Motel1013 E. Eldorado St., 217-422-9080

Lakeview MotelU.S. 36 East & Country Club Rd., 217-428-4677


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Downtown225 N. Water Street, drive-up

Brettwood Village Shopping Center3030 N. Water Street, drive-up

South Shores398 W. 1st Drive, drive-up

Decatur Memorial Hospital2300 N. Edward Street,Patient Registration

Mt. Zion Area1880 S. Mt. Zion Road, drive-up

Forsyth1401 W. Hickory Point Drive,drive-up

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FULL MENUApplebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar1275 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth875-0281

The Beach House2301 E. Lakeshore Dr., 422-7202

Bizou259 N. Main St., 422-7000

Cheddar’s Casual Café1340 Hickory Point Dr., Forsyth877-3100

Corona’s Mexican Grille2350 S. Mount Zion Rd. 864-1028

Diamonds Family Restaurant2959 N. Oakland Ave., 872-1683

Doherty’s Pub & Pins242 E.William St. 428-5612

Firewater Café888W. Eldorado St., 429-3395

Jimmy Ryan’s101 S. Main St., Suite 800, 422-4700

McGorray’s Golf & Grill2927 N.Water St. 330-6764

O’Charley’s927 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth, 872-1672

Paco’s Sol Bistro237 N. Main St. 330-6483

Porter’s On Merchant170 N. Merchant St., 429-0669

Red Lobster997 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth, 875-3196

Robbies122 N. Merchant St., 423-0448

Ruby Tuesday’s4405 E. U.S. 36, 423-9989

Texas Roadhouse1155 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth, 876-7380

PIZZAClockwork Pizzeria550 N.Van Dyke 330-7033

De Franco’s Pizza andItalian Restaurant253 N. Main St., 420-6400

Del Carmen’s Pizza East221 N. 22nd St., 428-5991

Del Carmen’s Pizza West1601W. Grand Ave., 428-7800

Domino’s Pizza3030 N.Woodford St. 875-47721135W.Wood St. 422-22441948 E. Eldorado 429-4155

Donnie’s126 S. Oakland Ave., 424-4344

Filippo’s Pizza435 N. Hwy. 121, Mount Zion864-4467

Garcia’s Pizza1099W. Main St. 424-1800

Godfather’s Pizza4829 E. U.S. 36 864-98002860 N. Main St. 875-7000

Little Caesar’s1925 N.Water, 875-5898

Mancino’s Pizza & Grinders2805 N. Main St., 876-7800

Maustell’s Pizza2245 E.Wood St., 421-9666

Monical’s Pizza348W. First Dr. 423-23332230 Mount Zion Rd. 864-20604333 Prospect Ave. 875-7340

Papa John’s3082 N. Main St., 872-7722

Papa Murphy’s4625 E. Maryland 864-3999252W. Mound Rd. 875-1700

The Pizza Factory397W. 1st Dr. 428-4400

Pizza Hut975W. Eldorado St. 422-8777910 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth 875-1603910 Hwy. 121, Mount Zion 864-5114

Prime Time Pizza2855 N. Main St., 791-5166

ETHNICAloha3025 Kandy Ln., 875-5540

Asia House3074 N.Water St., 875-7900

Carlos O’Kelly’s Mexican Café2930 N. Main St.877-0967

The Chili Bowl104 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth872-7215

China Buffet4280 Prospect Dr., 877-7880

China House1205 E. Eldorado St., 423-8331

China One2036 Mount Zion Rd.864-4700

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Chinese Tea Garden105 N. Main St., 429-1688

Da Franco’s253 N. Main St., 420-6400

Dragon Buffet695W. Pershing Rd.,876-8885

El Matador2912 N. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. 876-18272048 Mount Zion Rd. 864-4253

El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant4204 N. Prospect877-754

First Wok1683W. King, 423-2900

Fuji Seafood,Steak House & Sushi Bar4929 N. Prospect872-0600

Guadalajara351W. 1st Dr., 423-9724

House of Gyros1819 E. Eldorado St.,424-8919

Junz Asian Grill & Bar849 S. Rt. 51, Forsyth875-9888

La Fondita285 E. Ash Ave., 872-1471

La Gondola Spaghetti House2825 N.Water St. 875-48882034 Mount Zion Rd. 864-4333

Lincoln Square Lounge/The Other Side121 N. Main St., 423-2180Mi Jalapeño108 E. Barnett Ave., Forsyth875-6141

Mi Pueblito1607W. King, 428-7610

Mi Taqueria3715 N.Woodford St.521-5389

No. 1 Kitchen973 E. Eldorado St., 428-9833

Olive Garden3795 N.Water St., 877-7470

Panda Express1085 Hickory Point Mall, Forsyth875-5912

Pastabilities Italian Grill134 E. Main St., 422-7278

Pho Golden Bowl4820 N. Prospect Dr., 877-7880

Royal International Buffet2036 Mount Zion Rd., 864-4700

Sloan’s Calzones190 Merchant St., 422-4940

Tuscany Steak & Pasta House1099W.Wood St., 429-7000

CASUAL FAREBob Evans3020 N.Water St.875-4577

Buffalo Wild Wings851 S. Rt. 51, Forsyth, 877-8370

Clare’s Family Restaurant2502 E.William St., 428-3437

Common Ground200 N. Oakland Ave., 424-3969

Coney McKane’s104 E. Prairie Ave., 475-1111

Cow Depot3637 E. U.S. 36, 422-5254

Cracker Barrel5120 Hickory Point Frontage Rd., Forsyth876-8036

Culver’s2994 N.Water St. 875-29004850 Aldi Dr. 864-9600

Curly’s Bar & Pizza2683 N.Water St.875-9800

Debbie’s Diner1404 N. 22nd St., 423-4130

Downtown Café217 N. Main St.428-1120

Duffer’s Grill Roomat Hickory Point Golf Course727W.Weaver Rd. 421-6657

The Elbow Room3775 N.Woodford St., 875-3067

Esker’s Tavern1703 E. Clay St., 423-3518

Flipperz1104 N. Main St., 329-0057

Gabby’s Restaurant & Lounge1385 E. Pershing Rd., 877-1955

Garden Family Restaurant696 E. Pershing Rd., 872-7227

Golden Glaze Donuts3755 E.William Street Rd., 475-1828

The Greenhouse Restaurant4191W. U.S. 36, 422-8800

Grinder’s Gourmet CoffeeHickory Point Mall, Forsyth 872-5282

Hickory River Smoke House2330 S. Mount Zion Rd., 864-1864

Home Town Buffet944 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth, 872-8221


Jan’s East End Grill566 N. Brush College Rd., 428-0094

Lock Stock & Barrel129 S. Oakland Ave., 429-7411

Main Hangar910 S. Airport Rd., 421-7452

Panera Café255 E. Ash Ave., 872-6435

Paul’s Confectionery999 N.Water St., 428-6665

Perkins Family Restaurant &Bakery2999 N. Monroe St., 875-0743

Pla-Mor Snack Bar2121 N. 22nd St., 428-2222

Raspberry Tea Room5025 S. U.S. 51, Elwin, 865-2916

Robbies Outlet118 N. Merchant St., 423-0448

Southside Grille799 S. 22nd St. 706-5255

Sports Zone4191W. U.S. 36, 422-8800

Starship Billiards3015 Grand Prix Dr., 872-8882

Steak ’N Shake1330 E. Pershing Rd. 877-32312250 Mount Zion Rd. 864-6593920 S. U.S. 51, Forsyth 876-0105

Tasty’s Chicago Grill824W. Eldorado, 422-6060

Thirsty’s Pub & Grub1770 E. Pershing Rd. 875-6692

Triple Dog Dare Ya1425 Hwy. 121, Mount Zion 864-5885

The Wagon1987 N. Jasper St., 429-2260The Wharf201W. First Dr., 423-5450

Whit’s End3663 E.William Street Rd., 423-9163

Wing Stop1491W. King St., 424-9464

Vinnie’s Barbee-QHickory Point Mall, Forsyth, 875-2214

FAST FOODArby’s Roast BeefRestaurant1495 E. Pershing Rd. 877-71174303 Prospect Dr. 876-16001925 Mount Zion Rd. 864-3820

Burger King1099 E. Eldorado St. 428-80241195 E. Pershing Rd. 877-95034241 N. Prospect Dr. 876-1130

Dairy Queen610 Snyder 877-4131230W. First Dr. 428-10144605 E. Maryland 864-9610

Hardee’s1080W. Eldorado St. 428-6100

Jimmy John’s100 E. Prairie Ave. 423-83232950 N.Water St. 872-82821130W.Wood St. 425-2755

Judy’s Kitchen & Catering1045 N. State Highway 121, Mount Zion864-4023

Kentucky Fried Chicken105W.Wood St. 422-48081310 E. Pershing Rd. 872-1725

Krekel’s2320 E. Main St. 423-17191355 N. Route 48 362-0121801 E.Wood St. 429-11223727 N.Woodford St. 875-40441340 N. Hwy. 121, Mount Zion 864-5725

Long John Silver’s701W. Eldorado St. 422-8977

McDonald’s4030 E. Boyd Rd. 872-1974962W. Eldorado St. 422-8149109 E. Lucile Ave., Forsyth 875-79133005 N.Water St. 877-92592799 N. 22nd St. 425-29801909 S. Mount Zion Rd. 864-49371835 E. Eldorado St. 423-1775

Subway145 E. Pershing Rd. 875-0885566 N. Brush College Rd. 233-22311499 E. Eldorado St. 362-01231400 Hickory Point Dr., Forsyth 872-1121Hickory Point Mall, Forsyth 872-60051411 E. Mound Rd. 877-09784224 Prospect Ave. 875-39101135W.Wood St. 422-2036355 N.Wyckles Rd. 233-3141331W. 1st Dr. 422-86431485W. Main St., Mount Zion 864-03094625 E. Maryland St. 864-22211580 N. Hwy. 121, Mount Zion 864-09651015W. Eldorado St. 429-04962300 N. Edward St. 876-8770248 N. Park St. 330-17984030 E. Boyd Rd. 876-0508

Taco Bell753 E. Pershing Rd. 875-01551991 S. Mount Zion Rd.864-29001400W. Hickory Point Dr., Forsyth 876-1298

Wendy’s102 E. Pershing Rd. 872-6440

Golf Courses

Country Club of Decatur135 N Country Club Rd, Decatur

429-782318 Holes • Private • Driving Range

South Side Country ClubW. Grove Rd., Decatur, 428-4851

18 Holes • Private • Driving Range • Rental ClubsCredit Cards Accepted

Red Tail Run Golf Clubby Raymond Floyd, 520 W. Grove Rd., Decatur, 422-2211

18 Holes • Public • Driving Range • Rental ClubsCredit Cards Accepted

Scovill Golf Course3909 W. Main St., Decatur, 429-6243


Hickory Point Golf CourseWeaver Rd., Decatur, 421-7444


ANTIQUESBailey’s Corner324 E. Ruehl, Forsyth, 877.4211

Downtown Antiques254W. Main, Decatur, 422.2228

Lily Pad2125 East Eldorado Street, Decatur, 422.6095

Past Perfect Antiques & Gifts1220 E. Pershing Road #1, Decatur, 876.7173

Remember When Antiques4310West Main Street, Decatur, 233.1059

Wabash Depot Antique780 E. Cerro Gordo St., Decatur, 233.0800

ART GALLERIESThe Art Shop2828 N. Main, Decatur, 876.0823

Baron Studio & Gallery1416 N Oakland Ave., Decatur, 424.1659

Chevrolet Hall of Fame Museum3635 E. State Rt. 36, Decatur, 791-5793

Decatur Area Arts Council125 N.Water, Decatur, 423.3189

Kirkland Fine Arts Center1184W. Main, Decatur, 424.6318

North Fork Folk Art Center5326 North Fork Road, Decatur, 422.0114

Nova Gallery of Art and Framing160 E. Main, Decatur, 423.8606

Blue Connection117 N.Water St. Decatur, 428-0112

Your Request Art Gallery &Boutique3777 NorthWoodford Street,Decatur, 875.7085

BIKING, HIKING & RECREATIONRock Springs ConservationArea/Fairview Bikeway, this scenic2.9-mile paved trail passes through thewooded Sangamon River bottom fromFairview Park to Rock Spriings Center. Bicycleand pedestrian-only bridges span StevensCreek and the Sangamon River, 423-7708.

Rock Springs Conservation AreaHiking trails of varying lengths are gradedfrom easy to difficult. Open 7 a.m. to sunsetdaily, 423-7708.Sand Creek Conservation AreaSouth Franklin St. Rd. Hiking and equestriantrails totaling 7.6 miles. Open 7:00 am tosunset daily. Check the website for trailconditions: www.maconcountyconservation.org.423-7708.

Fort Daniel Conservation Area4975 Fort Daniel Road. 4.5 miles of hikingtrails, picnic pavilion and playground. Open7:00 am to sunset daily.

Spitler Woods State Natural Area705 Spitler Park DriveMt. Zion, IL 62549, 217.864.3121

Forsyth Bike & Walking PathThe path starts at the Forsyth Village Hall,877-9445.

BOATINGBoating on Lake Decatur is allowed year-round with a permit at the cashier’s windowon the second floor of the Decatur CivicCenter. One-day permits may also bepurchased for $5. For general information callthe Lake Management Office, 424-2837.For licensing questions, call 424-2709.

BOWLINGSpare Time Lanes-11th Frame2870 N Jasper St, Decatur, 875.3141,875.3142

Pla-Mor Lanes2121 North 22nd Street, Decatur, 428.2222

CAMPINGFriends Creek Conservation AreaLocated near Argenta. Campground has 35camping sites, 16 with 30 amp electrical service.Picnic tables and grills.Water and dump stationavailable, showers and flush toilets. Hiking trails,playground, and creek fishing. Open May-October. Call for rates 423-7708 or visit:www.maconcountyconservation.org.

CROSS COUNTRY SKIINGRock Springs Conservation AreaTrails are open from 7:00 am to sunsetwhenever there is at least four inches ofsnow on the ground. Free. Skis, poles andboots can be rented – call for fees and snowconditions. 423-7708.

DANCINGThe Dance Centre3163 N.Woodford, Decatur, 877.8876

The Greater Decatur Y School ofDance220W. McKinley Ave. , DecaturYWCA 872-9922,YMCA 872-9622

Country Wranglers 362-1310

Debbies Dance Studio2828 N. Main, Decatur 877-9009

Dorothy Foster Dance180 S. Glencoe, Decatur, 423-8907

Jacqulyen’s Hawaiian Dancing9219 E.William St. Oakley, 763-6018

Studio B 864-3115 or 422-1269


THINGS TO DO

Mount Zion’s Spitler Park offers outdoor recreationopportunities.


FISHINGLake DecaturFishing permitted with a state license.For size limits and other restrictions,call the Lake Management Office, 424-2837.

Rock Springs Conservation AreaThree ponds. State of Illinois limits andrestrictions apply. State fishing license isrequired. 423-7708.

FITNESS CENTERSCurves for Women2605 N.Water St., 877-06871582 N. State Hwy 121, 864-2745

Decatur Athletic Club1010 Southside Dr., 423-7020

Decatur Indoor Sports Center1295W.Wood St., 429-3472

Club Fitness 2807 N. Main St., 872-2777

121 Fitness1000 N. State Hwy 121, 864-5000

Greater Decatur Y220W. McKinley Ave., 872-9622

Image Health & Fitness2003 N. 22nd St. (behind Pla-Mor Lanes),424-9925It Figures 2024 S. Mt. Zion Rd., 864-9315

GO-KARTSPla-Mor/Pla-Land2135 N. 22nd St. (behind Pla-Mor Lanes)Race mini-NASCAR go-karts around analmost 1/4-mile track, 233-6814.

HOCKEYAges 4 through high school can enjoy iceaction by joining house teams at the DecaturCivic Center arena or travel teams playinghome and away games.

HORSEBACK RIDINGBig Creek Riding Stables4961 E. Lost Bridge Rd. Private lessons andgroup lessons, trail riding (horses available torent) and birthday parties. Registered horseshows, rodeos, team penning and ropingcompetitions held throughout the year, 864-3436.

Sand Creek Conservation AreaFranklin Street Road. Daily trail riding rates:Macon County residents free; all others-$2per day or $18 per year. Riders must bringtheir own horses. 423-7708.

White Pines RanchCorner ofWalmsley & Allen Rd. Decatur,865-2826

ICE SKATINGDecatur Civic Center ArenaOctober through March. Call for sessiontimes, 422-6161

MINIATURE GOLFPaul’s Puttin’ PlaceNelson Park Boulevard. Regular hours areApril-October, weather permitting. Call forhours, 422.2316.

Pla-Mor and Pla-Land2135 N. 22nd St., 362.5965

ROLLER SKATINGSkateland of Decatur, Inc.3710 Greenswitch Rd. Bring your ownskates or rental skates are available.Inline skates are welcome.Call 872.0306 for price and hours.

SKATEBOARDINGSkate Park at Fairview ParkOpen 8 a.m.-dusk—7 days a week. Mon.,Wed., Fri., Sat. & Sun. is for skateboarding.Tues. & Thurs. is for BMX bikes.

SLEDDINGGriswold Conservation AreaWest of Blue Mound. Bring your sleds from 7a.m. - sunset daily, snow and weatherpermitting. Just off Illinois 48—Free, 423.7708.

Nelson ParkNear Lake Decatur, on Nelson Park Blvd.,offers exciting, fun-filled, hilly terrain. CallDecatur Park District for hours 422.5911.

SOFTBALL & BASEBALLFans Field, Sunnyside & RotaryPark Diamonds Open May 9-Oc.r 12,422-8535

Borg-Warner Sports Complex429-0788

TENNISDecatur Athletic Club1010 Southside Dr. Call for fees andto schedule court time, 423.7020.

Fairview Park Tennis Complex

Free—Nominal fee to reserve courts.Open May-October, 7 a.m. to dusk.For reservations, call 421.7432 or422.8535.Free tennis courts are located incity parks, including Kiwanis, Sinawik, SouthShores and Cresthaven.

THEATRESAvon TheatrePO Box 1190, Decatur, 422.8151

Lincoln Square Theatre127 North Main Street, Decatur, 422.4300

Strand Cinemas5130 East Fitzgerald Road, Decatur, 864.4272

Hickory Point Twelve Cinemas150 Hickory Point Court, Forsyth,875.1618, www.gkctheatres.com

WALL SPORTSDecatur Athletic Club1010 Southside Dr. Call 423-7020.

Greater Decatur Y220W. McKinley Ave. Raquetball, handballand squash. Call to schedule court time, 872-9622.

Decatur Indoor Sports Center1295W.Wood St. Rock climbing, wall, grouprates available and reservations areencouraged, 429-3472.

The Ursela Beck Tennis Complex in Fairview Parkbustles with activity throughout the summer.


MAYApril 28 - May 1PROGRESS CITY CLUSTER OFDOG SHOWS, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.,Progress City, USA, 1 College Park, Decatur.423-0250.

May 4 - May 8‘A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'SDREAM,’ Albert Taylor Theatre, MillikinUniversity, 1184W. Main St., Decatur.Wednesday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m.;Sunday at 2 p.m. 424-6318.

May 8MILLIKIN UNIVERSITY WINDENSEMBLE AND CONCERTBAND, 2 p.m., Kirkland Fine Arts Center,Millikin University, 1184W. Main St.,Decatur. 424-6318.

May 13 - May 15AKC DOG AGILITY TRIAL, ProgressCity, USA, 1 College Park, Decatur. 672-3653.

May 13 & May 21HAUNTED DECATUR TOUR, 7p.m.,Avon Theatre, 426 N.Water St.,Decatur. 1-888-446-7859.

May 21CRAPPIE USA, Lake Decatur, 2203 E.Lake Shore Dr., Decatur. (270) 395-4204.

JUNEJune 3 - June 12MACON COUNTY FAIR, Decatur-Macon County Fairground, 3700 N.Westlawn, Decatur. 877-8941..

June 4 & June 25HAUNTED DECATUR TOUR, 7p.m.,Avon Theatre, 426 N.Water St.,Decatur. (888) 446-7859.

June 13 - June 19TATE & LYLE PLAYERSCHAMPIONSHIP, Hickory Point Golf

Club, 727Weaver Rd., Decatur. 421-7444 or423-0990.

June 16BLUES IN CENTRAL PARK, 6 p.m.,Central Park, Decatur Decatur. 423-0422.

June 17 & 18JUNETEENTH ‘NATIONALFREEDOM DAY’ CELEBRATION,Central Park, Decatur. Friday at 6 p.m.;Saturday at 11 a.m. 429-7458.

JULYJuly 1 - July 3LAKESIDE MUSIC & ARTSFESTIVAL, 11 a.m., Lake DecaturBoardwalk, 200 Nelson Blvd., Decatur. 422-1509.

July 8 - July 10AMATEUR SOFTBALLASSOCIATION GIRLS JUNIOROLYMPICS STATE TOURNAMENT,Rotary Park, U.S. Route 51 South, Decatur.Friday at 1 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday at 8a.m. 422-5911.

July 9, July 16 & July 30HAUNTED DECATUR TOUR,7 p.m.,Avon Theatre, 426 N.Water St.,Decatur. 1-888-446-7859.

July 10

CALENDAR

The Farm Progress Show returns to Progress City, USA in 2011.

The Avon Theatre offers the magic of Hollywood in downtown Decatur.


RODNEY T. MILLER LAKESIDETRIATHLON, Nelson Park, 200 NelsonBlvd., Decatur. 872-9622.

July 16CRUISE IN, Chevrolet Hall of FameMuseum, 3635 U.S. Route 36 East, Decatur.454-4583.

July 21BLUES IN CENTRAL PARK, 6 p.m.,Central Park, Decatur. 423-0422.

July 22 - July 24MIDLAND MAGIC SUMMERSHOWCASE SOFTBALLTOURNAMENT, Rotary Park & BorgWarner Sports Complexes, U.S. Route 51South, Decatur.

July 29 - Aug. 7USTA URSULA BECK TENNISTOURNAMENT, Fairview Park TennisComplex, 1455W. Fairview Park Dr.,Decatur. 421-7432.

AUGUSTJuly 29 - Aug. 7USTA URSULA BECK TENNISTOURNAMENT, Fairview Park TennisComplex, 1455W. Fairview Park Dr.,Decatur. 421-7432.

Aug. 4 - Aug. 7DECATUR CELEBRATION,

downtown Decatur.Thursday at 4 p.m.,Friday at 5 p.m., Saturday at 10 a.m. andSunday at 11 a.m. 423-4222.

Aug. 5 - Aug. 7AMATEUR SOFTBALLASSOCIATION MEN’S SLOWPITCH, Rotary Park, U.S. Route 51 South,Decatur. Friday at 6:30 p.m.; Saturday andSunday at 9 a.m. 422-5911.

Aug. 6 & 7RE/MAX REGION 4 WORLDLONG DRIVE TOURNAMENTQUALIFIER, 9 a.m., Red Tail Run GolfClub, 520W. Grove Rd., Decatur. 519-3110or 422-2211.

Aug. 12 - 14AMATEUR SOFTBALLASSOCIATION MEN’S FASTPITCH, Rotary Park, U.S. Route 51 South,Decatur. 422-5911.

Aug. 13HAUNTED DECATUR TOUR, 7p.m.,Avon Theatre, 426 N.Water St.,Decatur. 1-888-446-7859.

Aug. 18BLUES IN CENTRAL PARK, 6 p.m.,Central Park, Decatur. 423-0422.

Aug. 30 - Sept. 1FARM PROGRESS SHOW, 8 a.m.,Progress City, USA, 1 College Park, Decatur.

1-866-264-7469.

Entering its 26th year, the Decatur Celebration continuesto offer entertainment for everyone the first weekend in August.

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