Join the Halloween fun at the 7th Annual Beggar’s Walk, when Early American Crafters transform Heritage Canyon into a little town of not-so-scary ghosts and goblins, to delight young trick-or-treaters. The Early American Crafters strive to make the trick-or-treat event a safe environment for youngsters to enjoy. Adults as well
The Early American Crafters are volunteers who bring to life Heritage Canyon, 515 N. 4th Street, Fulton, IL. They come in all ages, and sometimes span three generations. All share one passion: to continue interpretation of the 19th century recreated village, designed and built by the late Harold Wierenga. Harold
The Knights of Columbus Trustees of Morrison, IL, believe “it is more blessed to give than to receive.” (Acts, 20:35) They demonstrated this twice in one week, with donations totaling $1400, to aid Morrison Junior High Special Education students and participants of White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA.) The Knights
Management and staff at Advantage One Credit Union, 204 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, showed their “Morrison Pride” on Homecoming day, Friday October 9, 2015. They wore a variety of shirts and sweatshirts featuring team colors. CEO Tim Hichue and volunteer Don “Pood” King carried the Advantage One Credit Union
In 2014, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM) celebrated its 30th anniversary. Since its inception, NBCAM has been at the forefront of promoting awareness of breast cancer issues and has evolved, along with the National dialogue on breast cancer. Today, NBCAM recognizes that although many great strides have been made
Plan to “stop, sip, and shop” at Donnybrook Bakery Café on Saturday, October 10, 2015, 203 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Shortened hours for this day are 9:00 a.m to 3:00 p.m. Whatever the temperature outdoors, enjoy a variety of hot or cold beverages: Jack-o-lantern Latte Spooky, Spicy, Dark Mocha
Kim Ewoldsen continues her Morrison, IL, publicity messages on local radio stations this month. She will be interviewed by Brian Zschiesche and offer listeners a question-and-answer session. Ewoldsen is both Morrison Chamber of Commerce and Morrison Area Development Corporation Executive Director. Topics will include Halloween and Christmas events. She announced,
Karla Burn, Resthave Marketing Director, sent the following announcement. Nellie and Marvin Zaagman of Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, celebrated 72 years of marriage on Monday, October 5, 2015. “Congratulations to the happy couple. They are an inspiration to us all!” Burn stated.
Come tap your toe with to music. Grin and shake your head at the shenanigans of the characters in the 2000 adventure comedy “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, on Tuesday, October 13, 2015. Doors open at 2:00 p.m., and the
“Everyone with a brain is at risk for Alzheimer’s.” (Facts and Figures) Alzheimer’s Disease is defined as a common form of dementia with memory loss and the loss of other intellectual abilities. Odell Public Library and Odell Public Library Friends will offer both an award-winning film, “Still Alice,” and a
Carolyn Therriault, left, Lee County Master Gardener, was recognized at the 2015 IL Master Gardener Conference on Friday, September 18, 2015, in O’Fallon, IL, for Outstanding Master Gardener. She is shown with State Master Gardener Coordinator Monica David. Therriault’s love of gardening has made her a huge asset to the
Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, hosted an author reading by local author Josh Hollister with his family and their Basset Hound, Slim, on Saturday, October 3, 2015, from 1:20 to 2:45 p.m. Hollister is a long-time resident of Morrison who currently teaches History and Special Education
Almost all tables-of-eight were filled during the third “Dessert Fantasia” event on Friday, October 2, 2015. Acknowledgment of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month was stressed. Two speakers–survivors of the disease–wore pink neckerchiefs, as did eight crew members/servers, who were also paid attendees. Money raised supports the church’s missions in
Donald L. Miller is a well-liked and admired Morrisonian, who has been a teacher, thespian, organist, and Odell Public Library Board member. He continues to be an international traveler and visits England nearly every year. On Saturday, October 3, 2015, he celebrated his 87th birthday among well-wishers at one of
Greg Rider, Morrison, announced “a monthly event I’m holding at Odell [Public] Library,” 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. The second session of this role-playing card game will be held Saturday, October 3, 2015, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Program Room. All ages are welcome to