Activities & Events Calendar

May 2008

03

DGA Men's Tournament

Time: 07:30 am - Golf Event
Stroke Play; Hickory Point Golf Club; 727 Weaver Rd.; 421-7444

04

DGA Men's Tournament

Time: 07:30 am - Golf Event
Stroke Play; Red Tail Run Golf Club, 520 West Grove Road, 422-5211

08

Seniors: Abraham Lincoln Museum

Time: 10:00 am - General Event
Step into history as we travel to Springfield to visit the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum. Cost is $10 for residents and $12 for non-residents, with lunch on your own at the museum's restaurant. Reservations due by April 24.

09

Tennis Registration Day

Time: 05:00 pm - General Event
Attend the Decatur Park District’s Tennis Registration Day at the Fairview Park Tennis Complex from 5 – 7 p.m. to sign up for a summer of fun with the Park Districts summer tennis programs! For more information call 422-5911.

09

"You Can't Stop the Beat" Dance Recital

Time: 07:00 pm - General Event
The Decatur Park District concludes its dance program with a Dance Recital at Millikin University's Albert Taylor Theatre on Friday, May 9 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $6.00 and available beginning April 22 by contacting the Kirkland Fine Arts Center, 424-6318, or on the web at www.millikin.edu/kirkland.

10

Wagon 4-Man Scramble

Time: 07:30 am - Golf Event
Scovill Golf Club; 3909 West Main Street; (217) 429-6243

10

Tennis Registration Day

Time: 09:00 am - General Event
Attend the Decatur Park District’s Tennis Registration Day at the Fairview Park Tennis Complex from 9 a.m. - Noon to sign up for a summer of fun with the Park Districts summer tennis programs! For more information call 422-5911.

10

"You Can't Stop the Beat" Dance Recital

Time: 02:00 pm - General Event
The Decatur Park District concludes its dance program with a Dance Recital at Millikin University's Albert Taylor Theatre on Saturday, May 10 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $6.00 and available beginning April 22 by contacting the Kirkland Fine Arts Center, 424-6318, or on the web at www.millikin.edu/kirkland.

10

Pitch, Hit & Run

Time: 07:00 pm - General Event
Play in the big leagues under the lights at Rotary Park! This free event gives kids aged 7 - 14 the opportunity to showcase their batting, pitching & base-running skills. Participants may have the chance to advance to the team championships at Busch Stadium during a Cardinals game. Check-in is from 6 - 6:45 p.m. and the competition will begin at 7 p.m. Call Justin at 429-3472 for a registration form.

10

"You Can't Stop the Beat" Dance Recital

Time: 07:00 pm - General Event
The Decatur Park District concludes its dance program with a Dance Recital at Millikin University's Albert Taylor Theatre on Saturday, May 10 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5.00 and go on sale April 22, 2008. For more information call 422-8535.

16

Seniors: Spaghetti Supper

Time: 04:00 pm - General Event
Join us at the Johns Hill Center for a spaghetti dinner including salad, garlic bread, and dessert. Cost is $8, with reservations due May 9.

17

Airport Fun Day

Time: 08:00 am - General Event
Soar to new heights as the Decatur Park District and the Decatur FBO host Fun Day at the Decatur Airport on Saturday, May 17! Enjoy the rare opportunity to tour the airport control tower and runways and visit various displays including a National Guard Black Hawk helicopter and the Park District’s state-of-the-art Striker emergency vehicle. Exhibits on hand from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. with tours from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. For more information call Peggy at 423-9903.

17

EAA's Pancake & Sausage Breakfast & Young Eagle Flights

Time: 08:30 am - General Event
Experience the sights of Decatur from a bird's-eye view with the Experimental Aircraft Association's (EAA) Young Eagle Flights. Kids aged 8-17 can learn more about the joys of flying and enjoy a free flight around the city. Registration = 8:30 - 11:30 am. EAA All-you-can Eat Breakfast in the morning, adults = $6 and kids = $4.

17

Zippy Zoo Days

Time: 11:00 am - Zoo Event
Balloon animals, face painting, animal presentations, food and fun are the highlights of this annual celebration and festival from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

18

Gene Nixon Memorial

Time: 07:30 am - Golf Event
Red Tail Run Golf Club; 520 West Grove Rd.; (217) 422-5211

18

Zippy Zoo Days

Time: 11:00 am - Zoo Event
Balloon animals, face painting, animal presentations, food and fun are the highlights of this annual celebration and festival from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

19

Nelson Women's Open

Time: 08:00 am - Golf Event
Nelson Park Golf Course; 20 Nelson Blvd.; 422-7241

20

Adult Golf Clinic

Time: 06:15 pm - Golf Event
Whether you're a novice or a seasoned pro, you'll learn tips on how to improve your stance and swing, increase distance, and get a better grip. Tuesdays, May 20, 27 & June 3 from 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. at Red Tail Run Learning Center, 520 W. Grove Road. Fee is $25.00 for residents/$30.00 for non-residents. Call 422-2211 for more information!

24

Bob Scherer Public Links

Time: 07:30 am - Golf Event
Hickory Point Golf Club; 727 Weaver Rd.; (217) 421-7444

24

Summer Hours Begin

Time: 10:00 am - Zoo Event
Scovill Zoo will be open from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. daily for the summer.

25

Bob Scherer Public Links

Time: 07:30 am - Golf Event
Red Tail Run Golf Club; 520 West Grove Rd.; (217) 422-5211

25

Family Sundays at Red Tail Run

Time: 02:30 pm - Golf Event
Spend your Sundays with us! Starting May 25, families can play 9 holes of golf with one cart after 2:30 p.m. for just $30 a foursome, $25 a threesome, or $20 a twosome. At least one adult must accompany juniors. A junior must be 17 years of age or younger in the calendar year. For more information, call 422-2211.

27

Hickory Point Women's Open

Time: 08:00 am - Golf Event
Hickory Point Golf Course; 727 Weaver Road; 421-7444

27

Adult Golf Clinic

Time: 06:15 pm - Golf Event
Whether you're a novice or a seasoned pro, you'll learn tips on how to improve your stance and swing, increase distance, and get a better grip. Tuesdays, May 20, 27 & June 3 from 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. at Red Tail Run Learning Center, 520 W. Grove Road. Fee is $25.00 for residents/$30.00 for non-residents. Call 422-2211 for more information!

28

National Senior Health & Fitness Day at the DISC

Time: 08:00 am - General Event
Join the Decatur Indoor Sports Center and organizations across the country in celebration of National Senior Health & Fitness Day, the nation's largest health promotion event for older adults. Enjoy health screenings, giveaways, exercise activities, and fitness demonstrations. All just for you from 8 - 11 a.m. at the DISC, 1295 W. Wood.

28

Family Golf Night/Pro Tips

Time: 06:00 pm - Golf Event
Make this a Wednesday night tradition! Designed for parents, grandparents and their children and grandchildren, Family Night provides a low-key instructional environment for all skill levels. Golf pros are available on the driving range and putting green…plus all the balls you can hit! First Tee Junior golfers are encouraged to attend. Wednesdays, May 28 – August 6 from 6 – 8 p.m. at the Red Tail Run Learning Center, 520 W. Grove Rd. Cost is $8.00 per adult/child combination.

29

Fairview Family Swim Night

Time: 07:00 pm - General Event
Join us for a private swim night from 7-9 p.m. designed just for families. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $3.25 per person or $10 for families up to 4 ($1.00/add'l child), FREE to family pool pass holders.

31

Cookin' with the Chorale - Fairview Park

Time: 06:00 pm - General Event
Picnic in the park and enjoy a lively spring performance of the Greater Decatur Chorale! With 80-100 talented vocalists, the Chorale has delighted audiences for over 20 years! Join us at the Fairview Park Pavilion for an evening full of music for all ages. Free and open to the public.

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