Happy Birthday, Billy Fitzmaurice! Your hard work and dedication make such a difference, and we’re grateful to have you on the team. Wishing you a fantastic day and a year full of success and happiness!
💛 Kindness doesn’t cost a thing, but it can make someone’s whole day. Hold the door, pay it forward, write a thank-you note, or simply offer a smile.
💡 Fun Fact: Studies show that practicing kindness actually boosts your own happiness levels, too!
💡 Fun Fact: Studies show that practicing kindness actually boosts your own happiness levels, too!
🎶✨ What an incredible night in Pittsfield! ✨🎶
We had close to 300 people come out to enjoy live music, community, and fun at last night’s concert and it couldn’t have been a better evening!
A huge shoutout to our amazing performers who lit up the stage:
🎤 Evan Darnell
🎸 Los Honky Tonkers
🤠 Little Texas
Thank you to our incredible sponsors who helped make this night possible:
⭐ Rinella
⭐ Ridgeline Sales Group
⭐ Riverbank Bar & Grill
⭐ MECO Engineering
⭐ Watson 1838
⭐ Pikeland Motors
⭐ Jellystone @ Pinelakes
A very special thank you to Jim Jennings and Lauren Jennings for all their hard work in helping us put this show together, and another HUGE thank you to all of our volunteers who gave their time and energy to make the event run so smoothly. 💙
Most importantly THANK YOU to everyone who came out to support live music in our community. Events like these wouldn’t be possible without you!
👉 Drop your favorite photo or memory from last night in the comments we’d love to see them!
Now it is time to start planning next year's event! Comment below who you would like to see!
We had close to 300 people come out to enjoy live music, community, and fun at last night’s concert and it couldn’t have been a better evening!
A huge shoutout to our amazing performers who lit up the stage:
🎤 Evan Darnell
🎸 Los Honky Tonkers
🤠 Little Texas
Thank you to our incredible sponsors who helped make this night possible:
⭐ Rinella
⭐ Ridgeline Sales Group
⭐ Riverbank Bar & Grill
⭐ MECO Engineering
⭐ Watson 1838
⭐ Pikeland Motors
⭐ Jellystone @ Pinelakes
A very special thank you to Jim Jennings and Lauren Jennings for all their hard work in helping us put this show together, and another HUGE thank you to all of our volunteers who gave their time and energy to make the event run so smoothly. 💙
Most importantly THANK YOU to everyone who came out to support live music in our community. Events like these wouldn’t be possible without you!
👉 Drop your favorite photo or memory from last night in the comments we’d love to see them!
Now it is time to start planning next year's event! Comment below who you would like to see!
📢 SAVE THE DATE! 📢
The City of Pittsfield is hosting a Community Meeting and YOU are invited!
🗓 Monday, October 20th
📍 Watson 1838
105 E. Washington St., Pittsfield
This is a chance to come together, share ideas, and hear important updates about our community. 💬✨
👉 Mark your calendars now more details will be coming soon!
Let’s work together to make Pittsfield the best it can be. 💙
#PittsfieldIL #CommunityMeeting #SaveTheDate
The City of Pittsfield is hosting a Community Meeting and YOU are invited!
🗓 Monday, October 20th
📍 Watson 1838
105 E. Washington St., Pittsfield
This is a chance to come together, share ideas, and hear important updates about our community. 💬✨
👉 Mark your calendars now more details will be coming soon!
Let’s work together to make Pittsfield the best it can be. 💙
#PittsfieldIL #CommunityMeeting #SaveTheDate
☕ Nothing beats good conversation over a cup of coffee.
Today is the perfect excuse to reach out to a friend, coworker, or family member and invite them to share a cup. Whether you brew it at home or meet at your favorite coffee spot, it’s about slowing down and connecting.
💡 Fun Fact: Coffee is the second most traded commodity in the world, after oil!
👉 Tag the friend you’d love to grab a coffee with today!
Today is the perfect excuse to reach out to a friend, coworker, or family member and invite them to share a cup. Whether you brew it at home or meet at your favorite coffee spot, it’s about slowing down and connecting.
💡 Fun Fact: Coffee is the second most traded commodity in the world, after oil!
👉 Tag the friend you’d love to grab a coffee with today!
🎶 The wait is over!
The 2nd Annual Music With a Mission is tonight!
Gates open at 3:30PM at the Pittsfield Lake Ball Diamond. Come out for an incredible evening of live music, delicious food, and a celebration of community. 🎤
👉 Reminder: Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 the day of the event. Don’t forget your lawn chairs and leave the coolers at home.
📸 Heading out tonight? Share a photo with us in the comments we’d love to see your fun and maybe even feature it on our page!
⏳ The wait is almost over – Music with a Mission is TOMORROW! 🎶
📍 Pittsfield Lake | Gates open at 3:30PM
🎟️ Tickets: $25 advance / $30 the day of the show! Get yours today at Eventbrite.com or City Hall.
🎶 Live music • Food • Vendors • Community fun!
🌟 You won’t want to miss this night by the water.
👉 Drop a 🎶 in the comments if we’ll see you there!
📖 Today we celebrate National Reading Day, a reminder of the joy and power of getting lost in a good story. Books can transport us to faraway places, teach us something new, or even introduce us to characters who feel like lifelong friends.
💡 Fun Fact: The average person reads 12 books a year, but the world’s most devoted readers average closer to 50!
👉 What book are you currently reading? Or share your all-time favorite novel in the comments.
💡 Fun Fact: The average person reads 12 books a year, but the world’s most devoted readers average closer to 50!
👉 What book are you currently reading? Or share your all-time favorite novel in the comments.
🎸 Only 2 DAYS until the lake comes alive with music! 🌊🎶
If you are wanting to buy tickets from City Hall today is the last day. We are open until 4:30pm today. Tickets will be available online on Saturday and Sunday.
🎤 Featuring an amazing lineup of artists and plenty of great food & vendor booths.
🪑 Don’t forget: Bring your lawn chairs & leave the coolers at home.
🎟️ Advance tickets still available – $25 at City Hall or Eventbrite. ($30 day of show)
🔥 Comment below your favorite song to jam too outdoors!
🍕 Happy National Cheese Pizza Day!
Few things bring people together quite like a hot, cheesy pizza straight from the oven. Whether you’re a thin crust lover or all about that deep dish, today is your excuse to grab a slice.
🔥 Trivia Time: The first pizzeria in the U.S. opened in 1905 but do you know which city it was in?
A) Chicago
B) New York
C) Boston
🍴 Drop your answer in the comments and tell us your go-to pizza topping!
Few things bring people together quite like a hot, cheesy pizza straight from the oven. Whether you’re a thin crust lover or all about that deep dish, today is your excuse to grab a slice.
🔥 Trivia Time: The first pizzeria in the U.S. opened in 1905 but do you know which city it was in?
A) Chicago
B) New York
C) Boston
🍴 Drop your answer in the comments and tell us your go-to pizza topping!
📅 Just 3 Days Away!
🎶 The countdown is on! Just 3 days until the 2nd Annual Music with a Mission at Pittsfield Lake! Gates open at 4PM this Sunday.
✨ Get ready for incredible live music, amazing vendors, and a night to remember.
🎟️ Grab your tickets now at Eventbrite.com or at City Hall only $25 in advance! ($30 day of show)
👉 Who’s your concert buddy? Tag them below! 👇
🎶 The countdown is on! Just 3 days until the 2nd Annual Music with a Mission at Pittsfield Lake! Gates open at 4PM this Sunday.
✨ Get ready for incredible live music, amazing vendors, and a night to remember.
🎟️ Grab your tickets now at Eventbrite.com or at City Hall only $25 in advance! ($30 day of show)
👉 Who’s your concert buddy? Tag them below! 👇
🏡✨ANOTHER NEW PROGRAM APPROVED! ✨🏡
RESTORE PITTSFIELD INCENTIVE PROGRAM
The Pittsfield City Council has just launched the Restore Pittsfield Incentive Program, a big step toward improving housing and strengthening our neighborhoods! 💪
Here’s how it works ⬇️
🔹 The City will reimburse 50% of the disposal cost (up to $5,000) to tear down and clean up any residential property.
🔹 Removal and replacement must happen within 12 months of applying.
🔹 Plans must be reviewed and approved by the Public Works Director (or designee) before removal begins.
🔹 Replacement homes must fit the neighborhood in size and style, and meet zoning requirements.
This program is designed to help restore and improve housing across Pittsfield, making our community even stronger and more welcoming for families, neighbors, and future generations. ❤️
📄 Full program details are attached.
Let’s spread the word and help Pittsfield grow forward together!
If you have questions, please call City Hall at 217-285-4484 or email bemerick@pittsfieldil.org.
#RestorePittsfield #CommunityGrowth #StrongerTogether #PittsfieldProgress
RESTORE PITTSFIELD INCENTIVE PROGRAM
The Pittsfield City Council has just launched the Restore Pittsfield Incentive Program, a big step toward improving housing and strengthening our neighborhoods! 💪
Here’s how it works ⬇️
🔹 The City will reimburse 50% of the disposal cost (up to $5,000) to tear down and clean up any residential property.
🔹 Removal and replacement must happen within 12 months of applying.
🔹 Plans must be reviewed and approved by the Public Works Director (or designee) before removal begins.
🔹 Replacement homes must fit the neighborhood in size and style, and meet zoning requirements.
This program is designed to help restore and improve housing across Pittsfield, making our community even stronger and more welcoming for families, neighbors, and future generations. ❤️
📄 Full program details are attached.
Let’s spread the word and help Pittsfield grow forward together!
If you have questions, please call City Hall at 217-285-4484 or email bemerick@pittsfieldil.org.
#RestorePittsfield #CommunityGrowth #StrongerTogether #PittsfieldProgress
📚 Your local library is more than just shelves of books it’s a hub of knowledge, history, and community connection.
From free Wi-Fi to children’s programs and events, there’s always something new to discover.
💡 Did you know the world’s oldest continuously operating library is in Morocco and dates back to 859 AD? That’s a lot of stories on the shelves!
👉 Take a trip to our library today, snap a photo of a book you check out, and tell us: what’s your all-time favorite read?
From free Wi-Fi to children’s programs and events, there’s always something new to discover.
💡 Did you know the world’s oldest continuously operating library is in Morocco and dates back to 859 AD? That’s a lot of stories on the shelves!
👉 Take a trip to our library today, snap a photo of a book you check out, and tell us: what’s your all-time favorite read?
🚨 BIG NEWS for Pittsfield! 🚨
The Pittsfield City Council has officially updated the Business Incentive Program to include In-Home Daycares! 🎉
We all know there is a shortage of certified in-home daycares, and this program is designed to help encourage new providers to open right here in our community. This means more safe, reliable childcare options for families, and more opportunities for local entrepreneurs! 👶🏡
✅ Eligible new brick-and-mortar businesses (with 2–20 full-time employees) already qualify, and now certified in-home daycares can also receive:
🔹 100% Rebate on Gas, Water & Sewer for the first 6 months
🔹 50% Rebate on Gas, Water & Sewer for months 7–12 (up to $5,000 total)
This is a huge step forward for our community, but we need YOUR help to spread the word! 🙌 If you know someone who has ever thought about opening an in-home daycare, now is the perfect time.
📄 Full details are in the attached program sheet.
Let’s share this and get the information out to everyone, the more people who know, the stronger our community will grow! ❤️
Please contact City Hall at 217-285-4484 or email bemerick@pittsfieldil.org
#PittsfieldProgress #BusinessIncentive #CommunityGrowth #ChildcareMatters
The Pittsfield City Council has officially updated the Business Incentive Program to include In-Home Daycares! 🎉
We all know there is a shortage of certified in-home daycares, and this program is designed to help encourage new providers to open right here in our community. This means more safe, reliable childcare options for families, and more opportunities for local entrepreneurs! 👶🏡
✅ Eligible new brick-and-mortar businesses (with 2–20 full-time employees) already qualify, and now certified in-home daycares can also receive:
🔹 100% Rebate on Gas, Water & Sewer for the first 6 months
🔹 50% Rebate on Gas, Water & Sewer for months 7–12 (up to $5,000 total)
This is a huge step forward for our community, but we need YOUR help to spread the word! 🙌 If you know someone who has ever thought about opening an in-home daycare, now is the perfect time.
📄 Full details are in the attached program sheet.
Let’s share this and get the information out to everyone, the more people who know, the stronger our community will grow! ❤️
Please contact City Hall at 217-285-4484 or email bemerick@pittsfieldil.org
#PittsfieldProgress #BusinessIncentive #CommunityGrowth #ChildcareMatters
🎶 4 Days to Go – Meet the Bands!
⭐ Headliner: Little Texas – bringing the hits you know & love!
⭐ Featuring: Los Honky Tonkers – straight from Nashville!
⭐ Opening: Evan Darnell – Pittsfield’s own!
Don’t just hear about it – BE there!
📅 Sept. 7 | 4 PM | Pittsfield Lake Ball Diamond
Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at City Hall and on Eventbrite.com
Tickets will go up to $30 day of the event so make sure to grab them ahead of time!
#LittleTexas #LosHonkyTonkers #EvanDarnell
👩🍳👨🎨 Today is all about creativity!
Whether you whip up a family recipe in the kitchen, craft a new project, or even try your hand at DIY décor, it’s time to make something homemade.
💡 Fun Fact: Did you know chocolate chip cookies were invented by accident in the 1930s? One homemade experiment turned into America’s favorite cookie! 🍪
❓ What’s your go-to homemade dish or craft? Share your favorite recipe, photo, or tip in the comments.
Whether you whip up a family recipe in the kitchen, craft a new project, or even try your hand at DIY décor, it’s time to make something homemade.
💡 Fun Fact: Did you know chocolate chip cookies were invented by accident in the 1930s? One homemade experiment turned into America’s favorite cookie! 🍪
❓ What’s your go-to homemade dish or craft? Share your favorite recipe, photo, or tip in the comments.
🍋 5 Days to Go – Come Hungry!
Music, food, and fun we’ve got it all! 🎶🍔
This Saturday, you can jam out AND enjoy:
🍋 All Puckerd Up – sweet & sour perfection
🍔 Gypsies Mobile Kitchen – flavor-packed meals
🥟 Let’s Get Rolling Egg Rolls – crispy, crave-worthy goodness
📅 Sept. 7 | Pittsfield Lake Ball Diamond | $25 tickets now at City Hall or Eventbrite.com
Tickets will be $30 the day of the event so get them ahead of time.
No coolers and make sure to bring your lawn chairs!
#FestivalEats #MusicWithAMission
Music, food, and fun we’ve got it all! 🎶🍔
This Saturday, you can jam out AND enjoy:
🍋 All Puckerd Up – sweet & sour perfection
🍔 Gypsies Mobile Kitchen – flavor-packed meals
🥟 Let’s Get Rolling Egg Rolls – crispy, crave-worthy goodness
📅 Sept. 7 | Pittsfield Lake Ball Diamond | $25 tickets now at City Hall or Eventbrite.com
Tickets will be $30 the day of the event so get them ahead of time.
No coolers and make sure to bring your lawn chairs!
#FestivalEats #MusicWithAMission
🍂 September is the perfect month to get outside and enjoy cooler weather, changing leaves, and fresh air.
Today’s challenge: go for a nature walk and take a few minutes to slow down and breathe it all in. 🌳
💡 Fun Fact: Studies show that just 20 minutes in nature can lower stress levels and improve mood.
📸 Snap a picture of your walk whether it’s the lake, a park, or even your backyard and share it below!
Today’s challenge: go for a nature walk and take a few minutes to slow down and breathe it all in. 🌳
💡 Fun Fact: Studies show that just 20 minutes in nature can lower stress levels and improve mood.
📸 Snap a picture of your walk whether it’s the lake, a park, or even your backyard and share it below!
Happy Birthday to Assistant Street and Alley Foreman Bill Irwin! Your hard work and dedication make such a difference, and we’re grateful to have you on the team. Wishing you a fantastic day and a year full of success and happiness!
Today we celebrate Labor Day, a day to honor the hardworking men and women who keep our country and communities moving forward. From early mornings to late nights, your dedication makes a difference every single day. 💪
👉 How are you spending this holiday? Maybe you’re grilling out or just relaxing with family. Share a photo of your Labor Day traditions in the comments we’d love to see!
👉 How are you spending this holiday? Maybe you’re grilling out or just relaxing with family. Share a photo of your Labor Day traditions in the comments we’d love to see!
