What: Litchfield Summer Food Service Program 

When: May 26th - July 31st 

Breakfast @ 8:30a & Lunch @ 11:30a

Where: M.A.K.E.-I.T., 725 South Chestnut, Litchfield

Etc. available to all eligible children.  

more info, kwalker@litchfieldpanthers.org

 

 

What: Lunch at The Library 

When: Monday, June 1st - Friday, August 7th

Mondays thru Fridays 11a-Noon

Where: Doyle Public Library, 

109 South O'Bannon, Raymond

Etc. For kids 18 and under. 

Stop in for free lunch, or pick one up to go. 

Brought to you by Project Third Day 

What: Summer Reading Program 

When: Wednesday, June 10th - July 8th 11a-Noon

Where: Doyle Public Library,

109 South O'Bannon, Raymond 

Re: On Wednesdays, enjoy story time,

crafts, games, snacks & prizes.

 

Due to the excessive heat predicted for the remainder of the week, the Carlinville Municipal Band's concert will be moved from the Carlinville Square to the American Legion Building on Ramey Street.  Performance time will still be Friday night at 7:00.  Chairs will be available at the Legion or you may bring your own lawn chairs.

Food and Beverages available at 5 p.m. Ribeye Sandwiches, Pork Patties, Hot Dogs, Chips, Soda and Water.  All donations are appreciated.   Fireworks begin at 9:15 Friday on the west end of the lake. 

At Gillespie Lake, there will be food and refreshments from the Gillespie Fire Dept from 10 am until 2 pm.  Fireworks will begin at dusk. 

The club opens at 4, with fireworks at dusk. 

What: Carlinville Market Days 

When: Saturday, July 4th 9a-3p

Where: Historic Carlinville Square

Etc. Numerous vendors offering everything from

home made crafts, jewelry, frozen treats,

home grown honey, food, live muisc and more!!

Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of patriotic fun, including a reading of The Ride of Paul Revere, a coloring contest, exploring the Witt Museum, and delicious cookies & ice cream!

 July 4th

 4:00 PM

 106 West Broadway St.

 

The celebration kicks off Saturday July 4th at 5 p.m. in the upper parking lot by the lake shed at Marina 1, 4943 BeachHouse Trail, Litchfield, where food vendors will be set up:

-- Shug Smoke Shack will have smoked brisket and pulled pork.

---Little Dicky’s will serve unique tacos, salsas and chips.

---The Litchfield VFW will have  ribeye sandwiches, brats, pork burgers and hot dogs for the kids.

----Sweet P’s  Shakeups with paninis, mini donuts and icy shakeups

----Eads Treats  serving their famous shaved ice .

On the music front,  Griffin and the Gargoyles, awarded the Best Cover Band by the St. Louis Riverfront Times in 2022, will perform from 7-9:30 p.m.

Don't miss

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Flight’s ultimate Foam and Bubble Party  from 6:30-9 p.m. Foam will be shot off at one-hour increments, and the bubbles will be nonstop. From
8:30-9 p.m., the party will glow in the dark.

The fireworks show will begin at 9:30 p.m. The show can be viewed from the parking lots, from the area near the dam and from the cleared area behind the pavilion at Picnic Area 3.
Admission to the celebration is free. For more information, call the Litchfield Tourism Office at 217-
324-8147.

It will be a special July 4th at Lake Glenn Shoals Marina in Hillsboro.

Professor Longhair will perform at 7 p.m. 

Junie B’s and Smoking Guns BBQ and Whirl Mobile Drink Cart will be on site offering a variety of foods and beverages.

Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy dinner by the lake, let the kids play and soak in the beautiful lake and marina atmosphere before the night’s main events.

At approximately 8:45 p.m., the Lighted Boat Parade will make its lap around the marina cove near the dam.

Immediately following the boat parade, look to the skies for the 21 minute spectacular fireworks display. This year will be featuring extra parking.

What: I Love America Sunday Celebration 

When: Sunday, July 5th in 9:30a, 10:30a & 5p services

Where: Mt. Olive First Baptist Church, 410 West 3rd North Street

Etc. Special patriotic music and message. Everyone welcome.   

Celebrate 250 Years in Litchfield!

Join us this Sunday, July 5 at 1:00 PM, on the steps of the Carnegie Building for a special community reading of the Declaration of Independence.

Thomas Jefferson will be doing the reading, and George Washington will be present as well for security, just in case any British sympathizers try to cause trouble. 

Bring a lawn chair, bring the family, and enjoy a fun patriotic event right here in Litchfield as we celebrate America’s 250th together.

Carnegie Building

 Sunday, July 5

 1:00 PM

Bring a lawn chair

 Family friendly

Come be part of a memorable community celebration in the heart of Litchfield!

Rumor has it that Mr. Jefferson will be posting a video in the near future about this historic reading! Stay tuned!

 Lincoln Land Community College in Litchfield will host camps that spark curiosity through hands-on experiences at LLCC-Litchfield this summer.

 

July 6th through 9th

• Comic Crafters (grades 4-6)
• Comic Crafters (grades 4-6)

July  15th through 16th 

Science Camp (grades 6-8)

 

Thanks to the W.D. Kilton Foundation, students from Montgomery County (up to 12 per camp) can use LITCHFIELD26 at checkout to receive free tuition. Each code is good for one camp per student.

 

For further information on College for Kids camps happening at LLCC-Litchfield, and additional Career Quest camps, visit www.llcc.edu/litchfield.

What: Gillespie Community Blood Drive
When: Monday, July 6, 1:00 pm -6:00 pm
Where: Gillespie Methodist Church Gym, 900 Broadway, Gillespie, IL
Appointments: To donate, please contact Brenda Lowe at (217) 7101336 or visit www.bloodcenter.org and use code 60020 to locate the drive. Appointments are requested. You may also call ImpactLife to schedule at 800-747-5401.

What: N.O.W. Seniors Club Meeting 

When: Thursday, July 9th @ 11:30a

Where: Nokomis Methodist Church, 220 South Cedar

Etc. Fried chicken will be served by the club,

along with a potluck.  

This trip is all about the thrift craze. Stops include Briar Rose, Salvation Army, Goodwill and Hearts United.  Dining at Jubelt's Bakery.  Cost $10 per person.  Reserve your spot now at 217-839-4130.  

What: Nokomis Homecoming FFA Tractor Show

When: Sunday, July 12th 9a-Noon

Where: Nokomis Memorial Park, 118 Memorial Park Drive

Etc. They will have a variety of tractor games.  

Who: HSHS St. Francis Hospital Auxiliary 

What: Drive thru Dinner

When: Monday, July 13th 5p-6:30p

Where: HSHS St. Francis Hospital,

Franciscan Drive, Litchfield

Etc. Nelson's Catering meal includes:

grilled half-chicken, cheesy potatoes, green beans and roll, $15  

Dinners must be ordered by Noon, Monday, July 6th

Order at stfrancis-litchfield.org/dinners or in the gift shop. 

What: Hillsboro Community Blood Drive

When: Wednesday, July 15th 1p-6p

Where: Hillsboro Methodist Church, 537 Rountree

Schedule: 800-747-5401 or bloodcenter.org

 

What: Summer Music Series

When: Sunday, July 19th @ 5:30p

Where: Immanuel United Church of Christ,

5838 Staunton Road, Edwardsville

Etc. Music from the Hunter Sharp Band 

Refreshments available for purchase

Free event. All are welcome. 

What: Drive Out Hunger Golf Scramble 

When: Friday, July 24th @ 8a

Where: Indian Springs Golf Course,

21347 IL Rte 185, Fillmore

Etc. Proceeds to benefit the 

Montgomery County Food Pantries.

Call MCFB office to register 217-532-6171  

or kwilson@montcofb.com

What: Summer Music Series

When: Sunday, August 15th @ 5:30p

Where: Immanuel United Church of Christ,

5838 Staunton Road, Edwardsville

Etc. Music from Sheafor & Simes

Refreshments available for purchase

Free event. All are welcome.