Benld Adopt-A-Pet Shelter needs your help. 

Our shelter in experiencing a flock of new arrivals.

At this time we are in urgent need of the following:

Pedegree Small dog, chicken & rice (1/4 bag left)

Purnia small bites Dog Chow, Purina One Puppy Chow complete (1 bag left)

only one case of Fancy Feast Kitten wet (can) left.

For a complete list of our needs , please call 217-835-2538

Also have an urgent need for foster parents to help ease the

strain on the crowded shelter. 

Benld Adopt-A-Center, 807 Stewart Drive   

City of Litchfield
Leaf Collection Program

The City of Litchfield is conducting a free leaf collection program this fall. Residents who wish to use the program should place leaves in rows or piles on the boulevard adjacent to the street. The City will not go into alleys or onto private property to pick up leaves. Please do not mix any other yard waste items in with the leaves (such as grass, twigs or flowers).

Leaf collection services are Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and will begin on Monday, November 9^th, weather permitting.  The Street Crew will pick the leaves up by Wards, beginning with Ward 1, 2, 3 and 4. When they finish with Ward 4, if time permits, they will start over again and do one more collection in each ward.

 

To assist our street crews, residents that are able, are encouraged to bag leaves in recyclable bags and transport them to the recycle facility on Ryder St.

 

What: Wills for Warriors

When: Wednesday, November 11th 

Where: Law Offices of West & Ginos,

413 North State Street, Litchfield &

320 West Central Street, Nokomis 

Etc. Military veterans will receive a FREE Last Will

& Testament. Bring photo ID and proof of veteran status

such as DD Form 214  or a VA ID Card.

Must Call For an Appointment 

217-324-7777 or 217-563-777  

What: Veterans Day Celebration

When: Wednesday, November 11th Noon-2p

Where: Girard Community Center, 135 West Madison

Etc. Hosted by Girard Hometown Heroes

Light refreshments served. Please join us for an

afternoon of appreciation and fellowship.  

Blackburn College will hold its annual Veterans Day Convocation on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 11:00 am in Clegg Chapel. American Legion Post 554 will serve as the color guard as the College honors United States military veterans. The event is open to Blackburn students, faculty, staff, and members of the surrounding community. A complimentary appreciation lunch for veterans will follow in the Demuzio Campus Center. 

 

This year, the convocation will feature guest speaker Barry Schulhofer, a retired United States Air Force Chief Master Sergeant. During his 23-year career, Schulhofer completed 13 assignments worldwide and deployed multiple times, gaining extensive experience in military leadership, teamwork, and service. 

 

Blackburn College's Office of the Provost coordinates the convocation, which will feature vocal and instrumental performances by the College Choir, Dr. Joseph Welch, and Dr. See Tsai Chan. For more information, contact Jenny Loveless, Executive Assistant to the Provost, at jenny.loveless@blackburn.edu or by calling 217-854-5525. 

What: Veterans Day Ceremony

When: Wednesday, November 11th @ 11a

Where: Hillsboro Veterans Memorial,

Corner of Rte 127 & Rte 16 

Etc. In the event of bad weather, the event 

will be moved to the Hillsboro Jr High's main gym.   

What: N.O.W. Seniors Club Meeting 

When: Thursday, November 12th @ 11:30a

Where: Nokomis Methodist Church, 220 South Cedar 

Etc. Serving Thanksgiving Dinner with all the trimmings.  

What: Veterans Dinner

When: Friday, November 13th 5p-7p

Where: Carlinville Elks Lodge, 201 West Main

Etc. Fried chicken & two sides, $15.

All veterans and active military eat free!   

What: Fish Fry

When: Friday, November 13th 4p-7p

Where: Staunton VFW, 120 East Henry Street

Menu: White fish filets, catfish filets, chicken strips and shrimp.

Sides: Potato salad, coleslaw and French Fries

 

Who: Coal Country Sports Complex Foundation &

Minor Soccer Association 

What: Trivia Night & Silent Auction 

When: Saturday, November 14th @ 6p

Where: Gillespie Civic Center, 115 North Macoupin

Etc. Doors open @ 6p, trivia starts @ 7p

$10 per person, with 10 people max per table

Silent Auction & 50/50 drawing. 

Call 217-320-5770 or 217-710-0487 to reserve a table.   

GRS Foundation invites local nonprofits and community helpers to our Masquerade Gala on November 14, 2026, for an evening of dinner, live music, and networking. This community give-back project will bring us together to build a stronger network of support. We’ll compile everyone’s mission, services, and contact information into a community resource sheet—helping people find assistance and connecting them with another organization when one cannot meet their needs. We would love to have your organization represented! Please bring your mission statement and contact information. Doors open at 5 PM • Dinner at 6 PM • Band at 7 PM 14265 East 2nd Road, Litchfield, IL $320 per table of eight Call Jennifer at 217-246-7496 to register.

What: Authors and Artists Shopping & Showcasing Event 

When: Saturday, November 14th, 10a-2p

Where: Litchfield Public Library, 1205 State Street

Etc. Activities and events for kids and adults.

Book readings, book sale and creations 

from local artists!  

  

Who: Minor Soccer Association & Coal Country Sports Complex 

What: Trivia Night & Silent Auction Fundraiser

When: Saturday, November 14th @ 7p

Where: Gillespie Civic Center, 115 North Macoupin

Etc. Doors open @ 6p. $10 per player with up to 10

players per team. Soda and snacks provided and sandwiches

will be sold. To reserve table call 217-320-5770 or 217-710-0487  

What: Pancake & Sausage Breakfast

When: Sunday, November 15th 8a-Noon

Where: St. John Paul II Parish Hall, 705 East Main, Mt. Olive

Etc. Pancake & sausage breakfast, $8   

 

What: Annual Deer Hunter's Breakfast

When: November 20-22 & December 4-6th 7a-11a

Where: Langham Outdoors, Rte 127 South of Donnellson 

Re: Adults 10 & over $12, Kids 5-10 years $7, kids under 5 FREE 

All you can eat.   

What: Annual Christmas Toy Auction 

When: Saturday, November 21st @ 6p

Where: Vandalia Moose Lodge, 328 South 3rd Street

Etc. J&S Wholesale will be selling toys, games, dolls,

metal art & much more! ALL proceeds go to

Vandalia Moose lodge for their upcoming projects. 

 

 

What: Puzzle Swap

When: Saturday, November 21st 9a-11a

Where: Gillespie Methodist Church, 900 West Broadway

Etc. No need to bring a puzzle to swap.

come browse the selection and bring a friend.

Pick out a perfect puzzle for Fall! 

What: 23rd Annual Winter Wonderland

When: Sunday, November 22nd 10a-2p

Where: St. Louis Parish Center, 523 East Union, Nokomis 

Etc. Christmas gifts & crafts, silent auction,

kid's activities, Santa photos and more!  

Food stand with fresh cinnamon rolls, chili, hot dogs,

cheeseburgers, drinks and more! 

What: Glorious Night...When Christ Was Born

When/Where:

Saturday, December 5th @ 6:30p 

@ Memorial Christian Church, 410 East 1st North Street, Carlinville

during the 2026 Christmas Market

Sunday, December 6th @ 3p

@ Palmyra Christian Church, 100 North Hickory

Sunday, December 6th @ 6:30p

@ Modesto Christian Church, 114 North Main 

Etc. Northwestern Community Choir will perform 

a holiday program "Glorious Night...When Christ Was Born"     

Christmas at Blackburn 

Sunday, December 6, 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm in Clegg Chapel at Hudson Hall 

Our annual holiday tradition, Christmas at Blackburn, is a beautiful lessons and carols service featuring many of the most beloved Christmas hymns. The service includes congregational hymns, instrumental performances, and moments featuring Blackburn’s Concert, Campus, and Community choirs, as well as Blackburn’s instrumental ensemble. Join us as we celebrate the holiday season! 

 

Both performances are free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Blackburn College’s Music Department at music@blackburn.edu.