Events for September 2018
Washington Chamber of Commerce
Sep 6    Intro to Medicare
About to enroll in Medicare for the first time or reevaluate your coverage? Specialist Julie Bicksler will present on the process and options available.
A free educational meeting, "Medicare Made Clear" will be offered in conjunction with National Medicare Education Week. There will be an informational presentation with opportunity for questions. This is ideal for anyone desiring updated information on Medicare Parts A-D or Medicare Supplements as we approach the annual enrollment period. As an added bonus, free hearing aid batteries will be available to attendees who would like them (while supplies last). For further information, please contact Julie Bicksler at 309-231-5371 or at bixmix7@gmail.com. This event is for educational purposes only and no specific company's plan details will be shared.
Date: September 6, 2018
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location: Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd, Washington, IL 61761
Contact: Rhiannon Shoults
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free.
Sep 8    Lori's 10 Year Anniversary
Prize Bags for the First 20 adults in line. Win products & gift certificates. Sales all day! Cupcakes all day! Plan to be in line by 10am for extra prize drawing entries plus a chance to win a FREE cooking class once a month for a year or a $250 gift certificate! We're set to give away a record $4,000+ combined value of products, classes and gift certificates this year - including a LeCreuset Dutch Oven! (All entries for giveaways and drawing are for adults 18+, please. Thank you.)
Date: September 8, 2018
Website: http://www.LorisKitchenStore.com
Location: 110 N. Main Street
Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Lori 309.444.5674 (LORI)
EMail: LorisKitchenStore@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Saturday, September 8, 2018
10am - 4pm
Sep 8    32nd Annual WCHS Marching Panther Invitational
Everyone is invited to join us for a great afternoon and evening of music, competition and fun! The Marching Panthers are proud to announce the 32nd Annual WCHS Marching Panther Invitational. Twenty-two high school marching bands from across the state will perform their 2018 marching band field show in competition. The list of high schools competing will include: Canton, Champaign Central, Dunlap, Dwight, East Peoria, El Paso-Gridley, Eureka, Farmington Central, IVC, Limestone, Metamora, Morton, Normal, Olympia, Pekin, Pontiac, Sherrard, Streator, Tri Valley, United Township, Watseka, and Washington (exhibition). The Marching Panthers will top off the night with an exhibition performance of their field show, Kingdoms of Valor. For more information, please contact Jessica Bochart at 309-253-2692.
Date: September 8, 2018
Time: 12:00 PM - 9:45 PM
Location: Babcock Field
Contact: Jessica Bochart at 309-253-2692.
Date/Time Details: Sept. 8, 2018 noon-9:45p
Fees/Admission: $7 Adults (includes a free program), $5 Seniors and K-12 students
Sep 10    Financial Peace University
Financial Peace University is a nine-lesson, money-management class taught by America's most trusted financial guru, Dave Ramsey. Dave and his teaching team will walk you through the basics of budgeting, dumping debt, planning for the future, and much more. And now you can experience this life-changing class the way that?s best for you: with other people in a local group, online at your own pace or both!
Date: September 10, 2018
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.oslwashington.org
Location: Our Savior Lutheran Church
1207 Kingsbury Rd Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rev. Thomas Heren
EMail: pastorheren@oslwashington.org
Date/Time Details: Begins Monday, September 10 at 6:30 - 8:00PM.
Runs nine weeks through November 5th.
Fees/Admission: First time attendees - $119. Register at www.daveramsey.com
Sep 12    Wednesday Walk
Let's get moving! We will meet at the library and set out for a walk on the trail. In case of inclement weather, we will walk on the track at Five Points Washington. Participants can set their own pace and distance. Bottled water will be provided.
Date: September 12, 2018
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location: Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd. Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rhiannon Shoults, 309-444-2241
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free
Sep 15    Unity Point Health Wellmobile
UnityPoint Health will provide free blood pressure, spirometry, blood glucose (sugar) and cholesterol screenings. Screenings are free and open to the public, no appointments necessary. Note: An 8-12 hour fast is required for the blood glucose and cholesterol screenings.
Date: September 15, 2018
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location: Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rhiannon Shoults
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free.
Sep 15    Family Game Time w/WCHS Game Club
WCHS Game Club members will be on hand to teach and play games with people of all ages. Come make new friends, learn a new game, and have fun!
Date: September 15, 2018
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location: Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rhiannon Shoults
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free.
Sep 17    Morning Movie
Come enjoy a recently released film at the Sunnyland Branch! Popcorn will be provided. More information, including the movie's title, can be found at http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Date: September 17, 2018
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location: Washington District Branch Library, 16 Washington Plaza, Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rhiannon Shoults
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free.
Sep 17    Financial Peace University
Financial Peace University is a nine-lesson, money-management class taught by America's most trusted financial guru, Dave Ramsey. Dave and his teaching team will walk you through the basics of budgeting, dumping debt, planning for the future, and much more. And now you can experience this life-changing class the way that?s best for you: with other people in a local group, online at your own pace or both!
Date: September 17, 2018
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.oslwashington.org
Location: Our Savior Lutheran Church
1207 Kingsbury Rd Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rev. Thomas Heren
EMail: pastorheren@oslwashington.org
Date/Time Details: Begins Monday, September 10 at 6:30 - 8:00PM.
Runs nine weeks through November 5th.
Fees/Admission: First time attendees - $119. Register at www.daveramsey.com
Sep 19    Wednesday Walk
Let's get moving! We will meet at the library and set out for a walk on the trail. In case of inclement weather, we will walk on the track at Five Points Washington. Participants can set their own pace and distance. Bottled water will be provided.
Date: September 19, 2018
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location: Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd. Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rhiannon Shoults, 309-444-2241
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free
Sep 20    Social Media Basics
Join us as we demonstrate Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and other social media apps as time and interest permits. Bring your questions and your device (optional).
Date: September 20, 2018
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location: Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rhiannon Shoults
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free.
Sep 22    2nd Annual Larry Smith Memorial BBQ & Bags Fundraiser
Indulge in some tasty food featuring pulled pork BBQ, register for the bags tournament, bid on some great silent auction baskets, win some really nice raffle prizes, plus have fun on the bouncy houses and try your skills at the dunk tank. All funds raised from this event will help build a new pavilion in Larry's name. Come join us in honoring a great man!
Date: September 22, 2018
Time: 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.kennellake.com
Location: Kennel Lake Sportsmen's Club 22172 Kennel Lake Dr Morton, IL 61550
Contact: 309-266-9641
EMail: kennellake@yahoo.com
Date/Time Details: Sept 22nd 2-7pm
Sep 22    Autumn Fest on the Square
Join the Specialty Shops for a night on the Historical Washington Square. A night of family fun, live music, food and shopping.
Date: September 22, 2018
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.loriskitchenstore.com
Location: Washington Square
Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Lori at 309.444.5674 (LORI)
EMail: LorisKitchenStore@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Saturday, September 22
4:00 - 8:00pm
Sep 23    Financial Peace University
Dave Ramsey?s Financial Peace University is coming to Crossroads this fall! Through video teaching, class discussion, and interactive small group activities FPU presents biblical, practical steps to help you achieve your financial goals by eliminating debt, saving for the future, and giving like never before. The average family that completes FPU pays off $5,300 in debt and saves $2,700 in 90 days! This 9 week class will be held each Sunday, September 23rd ? November 18th, from 2:45 ? 4:45. Free childcare wil be provided. To purchase your membership kit ($109) and register for the class please visit https://fpu.com/1066248 (married or engaged couples can share one kit). Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have!
Date: September 23, 2018
Time: 2:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Website: https://fpu.com/1066248
Location: Crossroads United Methodist Church - 1420 N Main St, Washington
Contact: Mike Garnett
EMail: mike.garnett@me.com
Date/Time Details: Every Sunday starting September 16 through November 18, 2018
2:45pm-4:45pm
Fees/Admission: $109
Sep 23    Financial Peace University
Dave Ramsey?s Financial Peace University is coming to Crossroads this fall! Through video teaching, class discussion, and interactive small group activities FPU presents biblical, practical steps to help you achieve your financial goals by eliminating debt, saving for the future, and giving like never before. The average family that completes FPU pays off $5,300 in debt and saves $2,700 in 90 days! This 9 week class will be held each Sunday, September 23rd ? November 18th, from 2:45 ? 4:45. Free childcare wil be provided. To purchase your membership kit ($109) and register for the class please visit https://fpu.com/1066248 (married or engaged couples can share one kit). Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have!
Date: September 23, 2018
Time: 2:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Website: https://fpu.com/1066248
Location: Crossroads United Methodist Church - 1420 N Main St, Washington
Contact: Mike Garnett
EMail: mike.garnett@me.com
Date/Time Details: Every Sunday starting September 16 through November 18, 2018
2:45pm-4:45pm
Fees/Admission: $109
Sep 24    Financial Peace University
Financial Peace University is a nine-lesson, money-management class taught by America's most trusted financial guru, Dave Ramsey. Dave and his teaching team will walk you through the basics of budgeting, dumping debt, planning for the future, and much more. And now you can experience this life-changing class the way that?s best for you: with other people in a local group, online at your own pace or both!
Date: September 24, 2018
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.oslwashington.org
Location: Our Savior Lutheran Church
1207 Kingsbury Rd Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rev. Thomas Heren
EMail: pastorheren@oslwashington.org
Date/Time Details: Begins Monday, September 10 at 6:30 - 8:00PM.
Runs nine weeks through November 5th.
Fees/Admission: First time attendees - $119. Register at www.daveramsey.com
Sep 26    Wednesday Walk
Let's get moving! We will meet at the library and set out for a walk on the trail. In case of inclement weather, we will walk on the track at Five Points Washington. Participants can set their own pace and distance. Bottled water will be provided.
Date: September 26, 2018
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location: Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd. Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rhiannon Shoults, 309-444-2241
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free
Sep 26    WCHS Community Night
Come celebrate WCHS Homecoming at Community Night and enjoy a night of family friendly fun!
Date: September 26, 2018
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Five Points Auditorium
Contact: Contact Student Council at studentcouncil.wacohi@gmail.com if information is needed.
EMail: studentcouncil.wacohi@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: September 29th, 2018 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Sep 27    The Art of Living Mindfully
Research shows that mindfulness practice reduces stress, enhances concentration, de-clutters and sharpens our minds. Wisnu Meier will cover what mindfulness is and how it benefits us through lecture as well as some simple hands on experience. Registration required – limited to the first 25 registered. Call the library at 309-444-2241 to sign up. Registration opens Monday, August 27th.
Date: September 27, 2018
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location: Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rhiannon Shoults
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free.
Sep 27    WHS Roots Award Presentation & Program
Join the Washington Historical Society as they recognize this year's Roots Award winner. The winner will also be in the WCHS Homecoming Parade tomorrow at 2pm.
Date: September 27, 2018
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.washington-historical-society.org
Location: St. Mark's Lutheran Church
200 S. Main Street, Washington, IL
Contact: 309-444-4793
Date/Time Details: Thursday, September 27, 2018
6:30pm
Sep 28    WCHS Homecoming Parade
Homecoming Parade
Date: September 28, 2018
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Washington Square to WCHS
EMail: studentcouncil.wacohi@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Friday, September 28
2pm
Sep 28    Genealogy Meetup
Share your recent genealogical finds with others! Get help using Ancestry Library Edition and other library resources to explore your family's history. Light refreshments provided.
Date: September 28, 2018
Time: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location: Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rhiannon Shoults
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free.
Sep 29    Our Land Between the Rivers: Illinois in Story & Song
Join Barry Cloyd for a whirlwind musical journey through 200 years of Illinois history, from the Illiniwek Nation to the present, with plenty of stops along the way.
Date: September 29, 2018
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location: Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rhiannon Shoults
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free.
Sep 30    Financial Peace University
Dave Ramsey?s Financial Peace University is coming to Crossroads this fall! Through video teaching, class discussion, and interactive small group activities FPU presents biblical, practical steps to help you achieve your financial goals by eliminating debt, saving for the future, and giving like never before. The average family that completes FPU pays off $5,300 in debt and saves $2,700 in 90 days! This 9 week class will be held each Sunday, September 23rd ? November 18th, from 2:45 ? 4:45. Free childcare wil be provided. To purchase your membership kit ($109) and register for the class please visit https://fpu.com/1066248 (married or engaged couples can share one kit). Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have!
Date: September 30, 2018
Time: 2:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Website: https://fpu.com/1066248
Location: Crossroads United Methodist Church - 1420 N Main St, Washington
Contact: Mike Garnett
EMail: mike.garnett@me.com
Date/Time Details: Every Sunday starting September 16 through November 18, 2018
2:45pm-4:45pm
Fees/Admission: $109