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December 04 - December 10
  • 04
    04.December.Sunday

    Stonington Santa Claus Display

    8:00 am-8:00 pm
    Dec-04-22
    stonington library
    500 E North St, Stonington, IL 62567

    Stonington Library will be hosting a display of Christmas time decor for the community to view during regular business hours. For more information email Sandi Klein at stoningtonlibrary@gmail.com

    Angel Tree Registration

    1:00 pm-5:00 pm
    Dec-04-22
    Taylorville Fire Department
    202 N Main St, Taylorville, IL 62568, USA

    Sign ups will be at the Taylorville Fire Department. Please bring a current photo ID with your address. This will be required to register. Participants must reside in Taylorville Fire District. If you have any questions please contact Nicholas Pepin or Cody Rogers at the firehouse 217-824-2295

  • 05
    05.December.Monday

    Stonington Santa Claus Display

    8:00 am-8:00 pm
    Dec-05-22
    stonington library
    500 E North St, Stonington, IL 62567

    Stonington Library will be hosting a display of Christmas time decor for the community to view during regular business hours. For more information email Sandi Klein at stoningtonlibrary@gmail.com

  • 06
    06.December.Tuesday

    Stonington Santa Claus Display

    8:00 am-8:00 pm
    Dec-06-22
    stonington library
    500 E North St, Stonington, IL 62567

    Stonington Library will be hosting a display of Christmas time decor for the community to view during regular business hours. For more information email Sandi Klein at stoningtonlibrary@gmail.com

    Taylorville Public Library’s ”Craft-mas"

    10:00 am-6:00 pm
    Dec-06-22
    Taylorville Public Library
    121 W Vine St, Taylorville, IL 62568, USA

    Taylorville Public Library will be offering a different holiday themed craft each day. Crafts include; making holiday ornaments; stovetop potpourri; snowman candles; much more. Registration is not required to participate. Crafts are free of charge and available while supplies last. The Crafts-mas schedule can be found online at taylorvillelibrary.org/library-programs.  Please reach out to Taylorville Public Library with any questions at 217-824-4736.

    Tech Tuesdays

    10:00 am-3:00 pm
    Dec-06-22

    Starts September 13th!
    Taylorville Public Library is now offering Tech Tuesdays to assist
    patrons who have computer or smart device questions. To register for your time slot
    visittaylorvillelibrary.org  or contact us at 217-824-4736 for
    assistance. Walk-ins are available at a first come, first served basis from 10am-3pm each
    Tuesday.

  • 07
    07.December.Wednesday

    Taylorville VFW Queen of Hearts Drawing

    6:00 am-9:00 pm
    Dec-07-22

    The Taylorville VFW is hosting a Queen of Hearts drawing every Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. The drawing happens at 8:00 p.m., and food is available for purchase.

    Stonington Santa Claus Display

    8:00 am-8:00 pm
    Dec-07-22
    stonington library
    500 E North St, Stonington, IL 62567

    Stonington Library will be hosting a display of Christmas time decor for the community to view during regular business hours. For more information email Sandi Klein at stoningtonlibrary@gmail.com

    Taylorville Public Library’s ”Craft-mas"

    10:00 am-6:00 pm
    Dec-07-22
    Taylorville Public Library
    121 W Vine St, Taylorville, IL 62568, USA

    Taylorville Public Library will be offering a different holiday themed craft each day. Crafts include; making holiday ornaments; stovetop potpourri; snowman candles; much more. Registration is not required to participate. Crafts are free of charge and available while supplies last. The Crafts-mas schedule can be found online at taylorvillelibrary.org/library-programs.  Please reach out to Taylorville Public Library with any questions at 217-824-4736.

    Taylorville Senior Center Pinochle Games

    1:00 pm-3:00 pm
    Dec-07-22

    The Senior Center in Taylorville has regular pinochle games each week on  Wednesday and Friday starting at 1:00 p.m.  If you used to play and need a refresher course or have never played and need a lesson or two, we have someone here to help you with just that!!!  This is a great way to spend an afternoon as well as meeting new friends. Need transportation to the center?  Well we offer that too!!!  Please call 824-4263 for more details.  The Senior Center is  located at 701 West Adams in Taylorville.  We look forward to seeing you!!!!

    Christmas in the park, Jingle Bell Walk

    6:00 pm
    Dec-07-22-Dec-08-22
    Christmas in the park, Jingle Bell Walk
    Taylorville Park District, S Main St, Taylorville, IL 62568, USA

    Take a stroll thru the lighted displays before the park opens to cars. The event starts at 6 p.m. and the cost is $10 per family. Hot chocolate; cookies; glow-sticks will be provided. Registration is required, which can be done by calling 217-824-5878 or 217-824-3110.

    Taylorville Eagles Bingo Night

    7:00 pm-8:00 pm
    Dec-07-22

    The Taylorville Eagles are hosting Bingo at 7:00 p.m. at 217 East Main Cross. There will be food and drink available.

  • 08
    08.December.Thursday

    Stonington Santa Claus Display

    8:00 am-8:00 pm
    Dec-08-22
    stonington library
    500 E North St, Stonington, IL 62567

    Stonington Library will be hosting a display of Christmas time decor for the community to view during regular business hours. For more information email Sandi Klein at stoningtonlibrary@gmail.com

    Taylorville Public Library’s ”Craft-mas"

    10:00 am-6:00 pm
    Dec-08-22
    Taylorville Public Library
    121 W Vine St, Taylorville, IL 62568, USA

    Taylorville Public Library will be offering a different holiday themed craft each day. Crafts include; making holiday ornaments; stovetop potpourri; snowman candles; much more. Registration is not required to participate. Crafts are free of charge and available while supplies last. The Crafts-mas schedule can be found online at taylorvillelibrary.org/library-programs.  Please reach out to Taylorville Public Library with any questions at 217-824-4736.

    Taylorville community blood drive to be held at Davis Memorial.

    2:30 pm-5:30 pm
    Dec-08-22
    Davis Memorial Christian Church
    1500 W Franklin St, Taylorville, IL 62568, USA

    Taylorville to host community blood drive with ImpactLife. The blood drive will be held at Davis Memorial Christian Church-Fellowship Hall. Appointments will be required. To schedule; please email ImpactLife at hello@impactlife.org; call ImpactLife at 800-747-5401. You may also schedule online at www.bloodcenter.org use code 60145 to locate the drive. Please eat before donating. Photo ID is required to donate, so please have your ID ready at check-in. Last Date to Donate Elsewhere must be on or before October 13, 2022. Potential donors must be at least 17 years of age (16 with parental permission form available through www.bloodcenter.org) and weigh more than 110 pounds. Further questions about eligibility can be answered by calling ImpactLife at (800) 747‑5401. Give blood between Nov. 14, 2022 and Jan. 15, 2023 to get your choice of; gift card; donate to Feeding America; planting a tree.

    Carriage Crossing Christmas Extravaganza

    3:00 pm-6:00 pm
    Dec-08-22
    Carriage Crossing
    920 Mc Adam Dr, Taylorville, IL 62568, USA

    Taylorville’s Carriage Crossing Invites the community to the open house Christmas extravaganza. A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 3pm, followed by refreshments, and hors d’oeuves. Staff will be available for tours and questions. For more information call (217)-287-7000.

    Christmas in the park, Jingle Bell Walk

    6:00 pm
    Dec-08-22-Dec-09-22
    Christmas in the park, Jingle Bell Walk
    Taylorville Park District, S Main St, Taylorville, IL 62568, USA

    Take a stroll thru the lighted displays before the park opens to cars. The event starts at 6 p.m. and the cost is $10 per family. Hot chocolate; cookies; glow-sticks will be provided. Registration is required, which can be done by calling 217-824-5878 or 217-824-3110.

    GriefShare

    6:00 pm-8:00 pm
    Dec-08-22

    Community members who have experienced the death of a family member or friend are invited to register for the GriefShare program held at Calvary Baptist Church, Taylorville. Sessions run from 6 pm to 8 pm in the Upper Room of Calvary Baptist Church at 930 Haner Avenue, Taylorville.  To register or for questions, call the church office 217-824-2324 or by email at calvary@cbctaylorville.com, There is no fee for attendance which will include a workbook and light refreshments.

    Taylorville American Legion Queen of Hearts Drawing

    8:00 pm-9:00 pm
    Dec-08-22
    Queen of Hearts
    110 W Franklin St, Taylorville, IL 62568, USA

    The Taylorville American Legion 73 is hosting a Queen of Hearts drawing every Thursday at 8:00 p.m. 

  • 09
    09.December.Friday

    Stonington Santa Claus Display

    8:00 am-8:00 pm
    Dec-09-22
    stonington library
    500 E North St, Stonington, IL 62567

    Stonington Library will be hosting a display of Christmas time decor for the community to view during regular business hours. For more information email Sandi Klein at stoningtonlibrary@gmail.com

    Taylorville Public Library’s ”Craft-mas"

    10:00 am-6:00 pm
    Dec-09-22
    Taylorville Public Library
    121 W Vine St, Taylorville, IL 62568, USA

    Taylorville Public Library will be offering a different holiday themed craft each day. Crafts include; making holiday ornaments; stovetop potpourri; snowman candles; much more. Registration is not required to participate. Crafts are free of charge and available while supplies last. The Crafts-mas schedule can be found online at taylorvillelibrary.org/library-programs.  Please reach out to Taylorville Public Library with any questions at 217-824-4736.

    Taylorville Senior Center Pinochle Games

    1:00 pm-3:00 pm
    Dec-09-22

    The Senior Center in Taylorville has regular pinochle games each week on  Wednesday and Friday starting at 1:00 p.m.  If you used to play and need a refresher course or have never played and need a lesson or two, we have someone here to help you with just that!!!  This is a great way to spend an afternoon as well as meeting new friends. Need transportation to the center?  Well we offer that too!!!  Please call 824-4263 for more details.  The Senior Center is  located at 701 West Adams in Taylorville.  We look forward to seeing you!!!!

    Small-town Taylorville Christmas Twilight Parade

    4:30 pm-6:00 pm
    Dec-09-22
    Twilight line up
    221 W Main Cross St, Taylorville, IL 62568, USA

    The annual Christmas Twilight Parade in Taylorville is set for Saturday, December 3rd beginning at 5 p.m. on the Taylorville Square. Lineup will be at the corner of Madison and Main Cross at 4:30 p.m. This year’s parade marshals are the 40 MPH Car Club. US Bank will be serving complimentary hot chocolate in front of the lobby. Santa, Mrs. Claus and the Grinch will arrive as the last entry in the parade. Children will be able to leave a letter for Santa. Any questions call Marcia at 217-824-3555 or email downtowntaylorville@ctifiber.com.

    THS Madrigals

    5:00 pm-6:00 pm
    Dec-09-22

    The Taylorville high school will host the Madrigals. The Madrigals is a Christmas time event in the form of a renaissance dinner show. For more information and to buy tickets contact the Taylorville high school at 385-646-5455. Tickets will be on sale until Dec. 5, 2022.

    Milk, cookies and magic with Santa

    6:00 pm-8:00 pm
    Dec-09-22
    Manner Park Dinning Hall
    GPQ3+VJ Taylorville, IL, USA

    The Manners Park Dining Hall will host the Magical milk and cookies event with Santa from 6-8 p.m. Richard Landry and his rabbit Snowball will perform a magic show which starts at 6:45 p.m.

    Santa Paws

    6:00 pm-8:00 pm
    Dec-09-22
    Santa House on the Square
    102 S Main St, Taylorville, IL 62568, USA

    Get your picture with Santa at the Santa house on the square. The event will be between the hours of 6-8 p.m. Located on the corner of Main Cross St. and South Main St. A $5 donation to Seasoned with Love and CCAC project construction fund is appreciated. for more information visit Smalltowntaylorville.com

  • 10
    10.December.Saturday

    Stonington Santa Claus Display

    8:00 am-8:00 pm
    Dec-10-22
    stonington library
    500 E North St, Stonington, IL 62567

    Stonington Library will be hosting a display of Christmas time decor for the community to view during regular business hours. For more information email Sandi Klein at stoningtonlibrary@gmail.com

    Taylorville Public Library’s ”Craft-mas"

    10:00 am-6:00 pm
    Dec-10-22
    Taylorville Public Library
    121 W Vine St, Taylorville, IL 62568, USA

    Taylorville Public Library will be offering a different holiday themed craft each day. Crafts include; making holiday ornaments; stovetop potpourri; snowman candles; much more. Registration is not required to participate. Crafts are free of charge and available while supplies last. The Crafts-mas schedule can be found online at taylorvillelibrary.org/library-programs.  Please reach out to Taylorville Public Library with any questions at 217-824-4736.

    Little Miss and Mister Snowflake Competition

    5:15 pm-7:00 pm
    Dec-10-22
    Manner Park Dinning Hall
    GPQ3+VJ Taylorville, IL, USA

    The doors for Manners Park Dinning Hall will open at 5:15 p.m. The competition begins at 6 p.m. for more information contact the Taylorville Park District