It’s not that often that you get to enjoy a flavor that’s unique to the town of Decatur. But when you visit TapRoot, that’s exactly what you’ll get. This unique local restaurant goes back to its roots by picking out the most amazing flavors from American cuisine, but it also... [read more]
It’s never too late to learn a new skill. If you’ve always wished you were more talented at art, you’re in luck. You can now try watercolor painting at Johns Hill Senior Center. This is the perfect way to expand your creative horizons and learn something new. Who knows? You... [read more]
If you think running is an activity best saved for when you’re being chased, John Bingham just may be your hero. Bingham earned the nickname “The Penguin” for advocating that entering a race should be about the fun and the finish—not necessarily about the fastest. In fact, he penned a... [read more]
Calling all cinema buffs! If you’re a movie lover who prefers big screens and buttery buckets of popcorn to Netflix on your couch, the 103-year-old Avon Theater in downtown Decatur has all the nostalgia of old-fashioned moving pictures with a very contemporary roster of films.
Movie Night at The Avon
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Springfield’s Boondocks pub welcomes two country music heavyweights – Dallas Moore and Justin Wells – for one rollicking night Saturday, March 16 at 7 p.m.
Dallas Moore
Moore, who bills himself as a “Modern Day Hardcore Troubadour,” tours with his award-winning Dallas Moore Band and is one of the hardest-working men in... [read more]
Creativity has a new home in Decatur at The ArtFarm, a gallery and shop in the heart of downtown. The new business, which opened in January 2018, has an old soul: It occupies a converted 134-year-old building on the north side of Central Park. The ArtFarm showcases works in a... [read more]
Yoga has been known to reduce chronic pain, relieve headaches, and even lower blood pressure. It also improves flexibility and so much more. You want to enjoy the benefits of yoga, but you aren’t sure how to do the moves. Instead of trying to figure it out on your own,... [read more]
The Rock Springs Conservation Area and Nature Center is the crown jewel of Macon County. This nature center and conservation area is full of learning opportunities and outdoor activities. With cross-country skiing, wildlife, events, and so much more, it’s no wonder the people of Illinois count it as one of... [read more]
Young the Giant is classified as a rock band, but as any fan knows, this band defies genre. The band shifts from mood pieces to rock with ease and knows how to put on a great show. That’s just what it’ll do when it heads to Urbana in February. Young... [read more]
Have your date nights been a little blah lately? If they’ve been lacking in the romance, it’s time to hit up a Decatur restaurant that’s perfect for dates. Whether you want to enjoy some outdoor dining, nosh on some food with a French/New Orleans’ flair, or down some Old Fashioneds,... [read more]
