A Newsletter for the Forsyth Community June 13, 2019

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Forsyth Family Fest and the start of the summer are here! For more than three decades we’ve been gathering to celebrate our community with a family-oriented party in the park. It’s the perfect time to come out and see neighbors and old friends who make their way back home for all the fun.

As always, there will be good food, live music and much more for the whole family! Come out to see a magic show, pet some cute animals courtesy of Scovill Zoo’s Mobile Petting Zoo, snack on tasty treats at the Taste of Forsyth or ride some carnival rides.

Be sure to visit the First Responders Display at Forsyth Parkway and Weaver Road, and say thank you for their dedication and service to the community. There will be a really cool landing of an AirEvac

Summer starts with Family Fest 2019!

Lifeteam helicopter in that area at 3 p.m. on Saturday that you won’t want to miss!

Free carnival rides get the weekend started at 5:30 p.m. Friday, followed by the annual community

cookout, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The Annual 5K Run/Walk is Saturday morning at 8 a.m., followed shortly thereafter by the parade, which gets started at 10 a.m. Enjoy it all, and stick around to look up at the sky for the best fireworks show around on Saturday night!

The full schedule of events is listed below. Hope to see you there!

Forsyth Family Fest 2019 Schedule of EventsFriday, June 145:30-7 p.m. – Community Cookout ($3 meal price includes drink)5-9 p.m. – Carnival Rides6-6:50 p.m. – 16-inch softball for ages 10 and under, Cubs fans vs. Cards fans, Diamond 2

Forsyth Family Fest 2019Theme: Forsyth FamousWhen: Friday, June 14 and Saturday, June 15Where: Forsyth ParkWhat: Carnival rides, community cookout, live music and much more!

The Village of Forsyth will be a busy place this weekend with Family Fest and the Forsyth Classic golf tournament being contested at Hickory Point Golf Course June 14-16. The “Road to the LPGA” passes through town for what appears to be the final time as a field of 144 players competes over 54 holes for a purse of $200,000, the largest in the event’s history. The winner will take home $30,000.

This will be the 35th year for the tournament, part of the LPGA’s Symetra Tour, making it the oldest event on the tour. Even with the Village’s role as title sponsor, the tour announced earlier this year that this

will be the last year as the tournament has faced challenges locally to land sponsors.

Forsyth Classic taking final bow after 35 years

Cindy Deadrick Wolfer, tournament director, called it “bittersweet” for everyone involved.

Photo courtesy of the Symetra Tour Isi Gabsa won the 34th annual Forsyth Classic presented by the Decatur Park District.

Library News

Terrific TuesdaysSilly Safaris brings a variety of reptiles, mammals, birds, and bugs to the library on June 18. This live animal show is the perfect blend of fact and fun. Join us June 25 at Forsyth Public Library for the comedy magic of Rick Eugene. Get ready for laughter, surprises, and interactive entertainment! All are welcome to attend our Tuesday shows at 2 p.m. each week, and no registration is required. Create & Discover ThursdaysThe Illinois Extension’s 4-H staff will lead the Kids Cook classes on June 20. Kids will learn more about nutrition and will be able to create some of their own dishes using provided ingredients. Our spring STEAM instructor Cheryl Higgs will be back on June 27 for Showtime STEAM. Come try out some movie-inspired science, technology, engineering, art and math activities. Sign up for either the 12:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. sessions of these programs at Eventbrite.com by searching for Forsyth Public Library. Thursday programs are for ages 6 and up, and registration is required. Teen and Tween ProgramsOn Wednesday, June 19, Illinois Extension’s 4-H program brings us the Teen/Tween Food Challenge! Teens will go up against their opponents to prepare nutritious meals and snacks in a fun and competitive way, then present each dish to a panel of judges. On June 26, try your hand at dramatic acting with the improv class. Instructor Julia Monette is a part-time actress in Chicago where she starred in the Pinkalicious musical in 2011. Teens will have a chance to learn about improvisation and act together with their peers. Both programs begin at 1 p.m. and require advance registration.

Story TimesCome join the Story Time fun on Fridays at 10 a.m. with themed sessions specifically designed for ages 2-5. On June 21, We’re Going on a Picnic! Then Rock Springs will be here for Frog Music Story Time on June 28. Each session features stories, songs, games and a fun craft to create and take home. Siblings are welcome to attend. Baby TALKParents and caregivers of children ages birth to 3 are welcome to join their youngsters for a time of interaction through story, song, and play led by trained Baby TALK instructors. Baby TALK is at the library every Wednesday morning from 9:30-10:15 am. No registration is required.

The Scheuler family gets a head start on their summer reading at Forsyth Public Library. But don’t worry, you still have plenty of time to sign up for summer library activities.

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Dance with MeDance and learn with your little one at the library! Join Michi Barber from the Dance Centre at 10 a.m. on June 18 as she encourages development through music and dance. Sessions are geared for ages 16 months through 3 years, but all children not yet in kindergarten are welcome. No registration is required. Family Game ShowBring your family to the library for some family game show fun on Saturday, June 29 from 1-2 p.m. Your family will be challenged with book-inspired Family Feud and mini-games between each round. Advance registration is required.

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QR Code Scavenger HuntsStop by each Monday in June and July between 10 a.m. and noon for a QR Code scavenger hunt. Discover new clues at the library each week for a chance to win a prize. Once you crack the clue, use a device to scan the QR code. Scavenger hunts are open to all ages, and no registration is necessary.

BookkeepersThe Reckoning by John Grisham is the June title for the Bookkeepers

Congrats to the MFHS class of 2019!

School District News Class of 2019: Congratulations

to our entire class of 2019! Gammachu Amae, Reilly Fitzpatrick, Jillian Hubbard, Megan Leighton, and Kathryn Resser were this year’s valedictorians! Registration: For the 2019-

2020 school year, families can register online. More information about online registration will be posted in mid-July at mfschools.net/registration, and families will be sent an email about the process. If you do not wish to register online, you

can register at the schools on July 31 from noon-5 p.m. Hall of Fame: Maroa-Forsyth

School District has established a Hall of Fame. We want recognize

individuals or groups with academic, fine art, athletic or other distinguished achievements. To learn more or submit a nomination, visit mfschools.net/hall-of-fame.

Book Group. Join the group on Friday, June 21 at 10 a.m. at the library for a discussion about this best-selling legal thriller.

Zumba PartyJoin us for Zumba every Monday in June and July from 10-11 a.m. in the community room with instructor Jenny Ahlswede. From beginners to advanced, all adults and teens are welcome. Please wear tennis shoes and clothes suitable for a workout.

Writer-In-ResidenceJoin local suspense author J.D. Webb on Monday, June 17 from 1-2

7-7:50 p.m. – 16-inch softball for ages 11-17, Cubs fans vs. Cards fans, Diamond 28-9 p.m. – 16-inch softball for ages 18 and above, Cubs fans vs. Cards fans, Diamond 26-9 p.m. – BlueRock Record Presents Smooth Times Band (Big Tent)Saturday, June 15 7-7:30 a.m. – 5K Registration/Check in (Large Pavilion)8 a.m. – Race (Tennis Court Parking Lot)

p.m. to learn more about writing and getting published. Anyone 10 and up is encouraged to meet with Mr. Webb for specialized one-on-one consultations. No advance registration required.

Genealogy BasicsAre you ready to trace your family’s history but not sure how to start? Instructor Donna Schaal will help beginning genealogists discover how to research and record family information. Genealogy basics will be offered on Saturday, June 22 at 10 a.m. No registration is required.

10 a.m. – Parade, Elwood and Weaver start to Forsyth Parkway11 a.m.-dusk – Carnival Rides11 a.m.-dusk – Taste of Forsyth11 a.m.-3 p.m. – First Responders Display (Forsyth Parkway and Weaver Road), landing of AirEvac Lifeteam 145 at 3 p.m. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – Strolling Magic with Amazing DudleyNoon-1 p.m. – Glitter Tattoos with Amazing Dudley (Big Tent)1-1:30 p.m. – Magic Show with Amazing Dudley (Big Tent)

1:30-2:30 p.m. – Balloon Animals with Amazing Dudley (Big Tent)2-5 p.m. – Scovill Zoo, Mobile Petting Zoo at the Park 2:30-3 p.m. – Strolling Magic with Amazing Dudley (Big Tent)3:30-4 p.m. – Magic Show with Amazing Dudley (Big Tent)4-6 p.m. – BINGO (Large Pavilion)4:15-4:45 p.m. – Balloon Animals with Amazing Dudley (Big Tent)6-9 p.m. – BlueRock Record Presents Lunar Jive Machine Band (Big Tent)Dusk – Fireworks!

Village of Forsyth Mayor and Board of TrusteesMayor Marilyn J. Johnson 195 E. Ruehl St. .............................433-3655Kerry Denison 873 Cara Chris .............................. .330-0795 Bob Gruenewald 718 W. Forsyth Pkwy. .....................520-5489Jeff London 255 S. Elwood St. ..........................855-4242Jim Peck 335 Forsyth Parkway .....................433-5700Jeremy Shaw 1274 Raptor Lane ................ (309) 830-0509David Wendt797 Christopher Drive ....................877-2935

Village Hall ....................................877-9445301 S. Rt. 51, Forsyth, IL 62535Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed 12:30-1:30 p.m. for lunchwww.forsythvillage.usEmail: Info@forsythvillage.usTwitter: @ForsythILInstagram: ForsythIL

Forsyth Public Library .................877-8174 www.forsythlibrary.com

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Forsyth Fast FactsItems of interest from village staff and recent board meetings

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Five seniors at Maroa-Forsyth High School were recently awarded scholarships through The Community Foundation of Macon County. They include: Reese Bobitt – Golden K. Kiwanis Scholarship and the Robin Vogel Memorial Scholarship; Reilly Fitzpatrick – Golden K. Kiwanis Scholarship; Jillian Hubbard – Susan and Lloyd Swanson Memorial Scholarship; Kathryn Reeser – Golden K. Kiwanis Scholarship; and Alyssa Spencer – Roberta K. Gorden Scholarship. More information on these and other scholarships may be viewed at maconcountygives.org. During the law enforcement report on June 3, Deputy Herbert of the Macon County Sheriff’s Office reported to trustees that the recent problems with juveniles causing trouble at and near Hickory Point Mall have slowed to the point where he offered this description: “The

troublemakers aren’t coming up here.” He also said law enforcement is investigating damage to 25 cars at the Cadillac dealership on Koester Drive and looking into a $10,000 fraud case at a local restaurant. On Saturday, June 15, from 5-9 p.m., during Family Fest, Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 155 West Forsyth Road in Forsyth, will serve FREE walking tacos, hot dogs and water in a tent near the church. You can watch the Village’s fireworks show, and games will be available for children and adults. Please stop in for this FREE family event! The next regular meeting of the Forsyth Board of Trustees is scheduled for Monday, June 17, 2019, at 6:30 p.m. in Village Hall at 301 S. Route 51 in Forsyth. Board meetings are held the first and third Mondays of the month and are open to the public.