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

 

 

 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.

The deadline for the following event has been extended.  Three slots remain open.  

 

University of Illinois Extension of Macoupin County will be offering the state mandated Certified Food Protection Managers class and exam. The Illinois Department of Public Health Food Sanitation Code (section 750.540) requires food service establishments to be under the operational supervision of a certified food protection manager during hours of operation. Certificates need renewal every five years and class attendance is mandatory to sit for the exam. 

  

The two-day course will take place on July 23 and 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Macoupin County Extension in Carlinville, located at 60 Carlinville Plaza. Participants must attend both classes. The certification exam will take place on the second day of classes. Bring a valid photo ID to the exam. 

  

This class is taught by Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator, Lisa Peterson and provides the minimum classroom work to prepare for the National Certification Examination. Topics include foodborne illnesses, safe food handling, cooking and storage, employee health and hygiene, facility safety and maintenance, cleaning and sanitization. 

 

The fee for this course is $100 and includes the textbook, class materials, and exam.  Registration is required and classes fill quickly due to limited registrations. Register online at go.illinois.edu/foodmanagers or call Macoupin County Extension at 217-854-9604. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in programming, contact 217-854-9604. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting participant needs. 

What: Coal Country Sports Complex Cookout 

When: Saturday, July 11th @ 10a -'til sold out!

Where: Randy's Market, 403 South Macoupin

Etc. Pork burgers, butterfly porkchops,

hot dogs, water & soda will be sold. 

Come out and support the continued

development of the area's sports complex 

 

What: Sorento Chicken Dinner

When: Saturday, July 11th, 3p-6p

Where: Sorento Baptist Church, 206 West Taylor

Etc. 2 pc chicken w/mashed potatoes & gravy, 

Green beans or corn, dessert and drink, $12 

The day begins with the Annual Independence Day Parade at 10:00 a.m., followed by the BHFD Firemen's Picnic at the Bunker Hill Reservoir (located at the end of New Lake Road).

There will be something for everyone to enjoy, including:

• Live music with Borderline and Ronnie Flanigan

• Local vendors

• Bounce houses

• Cold beer

• Our nearly famous catfish fritters

As the sun goes down, join us for our annual fireworks display. This year's show is going to be bigger than ever! We typically launch one "war wagon" full of fireworks—but this year, we're bringing two. It's a show you won't want to miss!

Bring your family, invite your friends, and spend the day celebrating with us. We look forward to seeing everyone this Saturday!

 

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: The Historical Society of Montgomery County 

What: Loretta Williams as Mother Jones

When: Sunday, July 12th @ 2p

Where: Challacombe House,

509 School Street, Hillsboro

Etc. Free event w/refreshments served.  

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

 

Virden, IL North Mac High School will host a Community Blood Drive with ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals. The blood drive will be from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Wednesday, July 15 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church @
722 N Springfield, inside Fellowship Hall
What: North Mac High School Community Blood Drive
When: Wednesday, July 15, 2:00 pm 6:00 pm
Where: Sacred Heart Catholic Church Fellowship Hall, 722 N Springfield, Virden, IL
Appointments: To donate, please contact ImpactLife Springfield at (800) 7475401 or visit www.bloodcenter.org and use code
60085 to locate the drive. Appointments are requested.

What: 28th Annual Olde Tyme Tractor Show 

When: Saturday, July 18th 9a-3p

Where: Old Lake Hillsboro Park,

Etc. 9a- Registration - No Fee

11a - FFA Pedal Pulls

1:30p - Tractor & Garden Tractor Games

2:30p - Kiddiw Pedal Tractor Races

Anutique tractors, equipment, tools, collectibles

and more! Oakley Concessions on site. 

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

Imagine Hillsboro is getting set to host its free Back to School store at the Hillsboro Free Methodist Church located at 1400 Seymour Ave.  The store will operate  Saturday, July 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  
This event is free to Hillsboro students grades kindergarten through twelve. Students must reside in the district.
For more information, visit facebook.com/backtoschoolfreestore, imaginehillsboro.com or milesofsmilesltd.com.
To make a donation, contact Cassie Malloy at cassiem.1988@gmail.com.

Who: Hillsboro High School Class of '74

What: 70th Birthday Celebration

When: Saturday, August 8th, 2p - ?

Where: Hillsboro Fireman's Club, 736 City Lake Road  

Etc. Food, games & memories.

RSVP to Peg Hart 217-710-4759 by July 20th   

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.