City of Pittsfield

🌟 Help Us Spotlight Pittsfield Businesses! 🌟

The City of Pittsfield is launching a Quarterly Business Spotlight, and we need your help! 🙌
We want to celebrate and promote the amazing businesses that make our community special, both brick-and-mortar locations and home-based businesses.
➡️ Do you know a local business that deserves to be recognized?
Drop their business name (and tag them if you can!) in the comments below or send us a message with their info.
Our goal is simple: to lift up our local businesses, share their stories, and encourage everyone to shop and support local all year long. 💙

Let’s shine a light on the hardworking people behind our favorite hometown spots big or small!

#PittsfieldProud #ShopLocal #BusinessSpotlight #SupportSmallBusiness

📚 Today is all about books and imagination! 📖 Libraries aren’t just about books, they’re about community, creativity, and discovery.
👉 What’s the best book you’ve read lately?
Drop your recommendation so we can all add to our reading lists!

Today, we celebrate Alderman Robert Ritchart for 12 years of dedication and hard work! Your commitment and contributions have made a lasting impact, and we are grateful to have you as part of our team. Thank you for all that you do—we look forward to many more years of success together! 🎉👏 #WorkAnniversary #ThankYou

🔥 Cool fall nights are perfect for gathering around a bonfire with friends. ✨ Roasting marshmallows, making s’mores, and maybe even a few ghost stories, nothing beats it!
👉 Would you rather roast 🍫 s’mores or 🌭 hotdogs over the fire?

😂 Laughter really is the best medicine.
Today, your challenge is simple: make someone laugh! Whether it’s a funny story, a cheesy pun, or your all-time favorite joke, let’s spread some smiles.
👉 Share your funniest joke in the comments let’s see who can get the most laughs!

📅 Mark your calendars!

The City of Pittsfield invites all residents, business owners, and community leaders to attend the Pittsfield Community Meeting on
Monday, October 20th from 5–7 PM at Watson 1838 (105 E. Washington St.)

Learn about current projects, share your feedback, and help shape our community’s future.

⛵ Happy Columbus Day! Today’s a great reminder of the spirit of exploration and discovery. 🌎
💬 If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go?

🥘 There’s something special about a homemade meal, whether it’s a family recipe or a simple favorite. 🍴
👉 Share your go-to dish when cooking at home! Bonus points if you share a recipe so we can all try it out.

It’s National Sausage Pizza Day, and we’re here for it! 🍕 Add peppers, onions, or keep it classic, you can’t go wrong.
Vote with emojis: 🍕 = Sausage Pizza, ❤️ = Any other pizza flavor!

🍰 Light, fluffy, and oh-so-delicious, today we celebrate angel food cake! 🍓 Whether topped with fresh fruit, drizzled with chocolate, or eaten plain, this cake is a little slice of heaven.
👉 What’s your favorite way to enjoy angel food cake?

Happy Birthday to Police Officer Chance Stamper! Wishing you a wonderful day filled with joy and a fantastic year ahead. We appreciate all that you do and hope you take some time to celebrate!

🚒 Fire safety saves lives. 🔥 Today is National Fire Prevention Day, the perfect reminder to check your smoke detectors, review your family’s safety plan, and thank our local firefighters for all they do.
💡 Share one fire safety tip everyone should know, together we can keep our community safe!

Happy Birthday to Alderman Bill Grimsley! Wishing you a wonderful day filled with joy and a fantastic year ahead. We appreciate you and hope you take some time to celebrate!

Fall + apple cider = pure happiness! 🍏🍂 Today’s the perfect day to make a batch of homemade cider your house will smell amazing, and it’s the ultimate cozy drink.
👉 Are you team 🍎 Apple Cider or 🎃 Pumpkin Spice Latte this season? Cast your vote in the comments!

🍽 Exciting News! The West Central Illinois Nutrition Project has moved their daily lunch location to the Pike County Senior Center located at 220 W. Adams St., Pittsfield, IL 62363. Everyone is welcome to join for a delicious meal! 🥗 📅 Monday – Friday 🕰 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Reservations are needed, please call 217-592-3667 or stop by during lunch hours. 💵 Cost: Ages 59 & under: $8 Ages 60 & over: A donation is strongly suggested Take a look at their October menu it’s full of great options! 😋

🥤 Calling all coffee lovers today is National Frappe Day! ☕❄️
Perfectly blended, sweet, and refreshing, frappes are a pick-me-up we can all enjoy.
💬 Do you prefer your coffee hot and cozy or cold and frosty? Tell us your favorite coffee drink and where to get it below!

🍜 From spaghetti and fettuccine to ramen and mac & cheese, noodles come in all shapes and sizes, and we love them all.
🍝 It’s National Noodle Day, and that means carb-loading is basically mandatory. 😉
👉 What’s your ultimate noodle dish? Drop it below, maybe we’ll get some dinner inspiration tonight!

Nothing says FALL like a trip to the pumpkin patch!
🍁🎃 Rows of orange pumpkins, crisp air, hayrides, and cider make the perfect autumn day.
📷 Share your pumpkin patch pictures in the comments, let’s see who picked the biggest or most unique pumpkin this year!
What pumpkin patch has been your favorite?

Taco ’bout the best holiday of the year! 🌮💃 It’s National Taco Day, and whether you're team hard shell or team soft shell, tacos bring people together.
👉 Hard shell, soft shell, or BOTH? Comment your favorite taco style and tag your taco buddy!

Happy World Smile Day!
Did you know smiling can boost your mood and the moods of those around you? 😊 It’s contagious in the best way!
📸 Share a selfie with your biggest smile in the comments let’s flood this post with positivity and brighten each other’s day.