🎳 Strike up some weekend fun! Bowling is a great way to gather friends or family and enjoy a little friendly competition. 💬 What’s your highest bowling score? Or… what’s the lowest score you’ve ever gotten? Be honest, we’ve all had a gutter-ball kind of day!
25 days ago, Brittney Emerick
bowlers universe
🎨 Time to get creative! Whether you're 5 or 95, painting or coloring is a great way to unwind and express yourself. You don’t need to be Picasso just have fun with it! 📸 If you create something today, share it in the comments we’d love to see your masterpiece!
26 days ago, Brittney Emerick
create a masterpiece
📖 It’s the perfect excuse to curl up with a good book, whether it's a mystery, romance, thriller, or biography. Take 15-30 minutes today and escape into another world. 💬 Drop the title of what you’re currently reading or one you recommend to everyone!
27 days ago, Brittney Emerick
read a book
🌳 Get out and soak up some sunshine! Whether it’s gardening, biking, walking, or just reading under a tree, today is about getting away from screens and into the fresh air. 📸 Share a photo of you enjoying the outdoors today. What’s your favorite way to spend time outside in the summer?
28 days ago, Brittney Emerick
go outside and play

🎶 Music With a Mission: More Than a Concert 🎶

Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 7th because this isn’t just a music event, it’s a movement with a purpose. 💥
When we launched Music With a Mission, it wasn’t just to bring incredible live music to our town (though we love that part too!). We started this annual concert to rally our community around two meaningful goals:

🚒 Raising funds for a much-needed new fire engine for our dedicated local fire department. These brave men are first on the scene when we need them most and they deserve the best tools to keep us safe.

🎭 Helping build a permanent amphitheater at Lake Pittsfield, where future concerts, community plays, dance recitals, and other performances can come to life in a space built for connection and creativity.

This concert doesn't just uplift our community; it helps it grow. Each year, we hope to bring people from all across the state to visit Pittsfield for Music With a Mission, bringing fresh energy and support to our local shops, restaurants, and small businesses. 🛍️🍔

The moment you all have been waiting for....... our Headliner is Little Texas!!!!

Tickets go on Sale August 1st.

#MusicWithAMission #SupportLocal #PittsfieldIL #CommunityStrong #ConcertForACause

29 days ago, Brittney Emerick
Little Texas
🌮 It’s the best day of the week: Taco Tuesday! Hard shell or soft shell? Chicken, beef, or veggie? The combinations are endless and delicious. 💬 What’s your go to taco order? Bonus points if you include where to get the best tacos in town!
29 days ago, Brittney Emerick
taco Tuesday
The City crews will start picking up brush tomorrow Tuesday the 22nd, it may take a few days to get around the entire town. Also the brush yard will be open Monday thru Friday 7:30 - 3:30 daily and regular hours Saturday.
30 days ago, Tom Reinhardt
🎯 Trapping Demonstration at Pittsfield Lake! 🦝🪤

Join for a hands-on Trapping Demonstration hosted by the Methodist Church on Friday, August 2nd from 2 PM to 5 PM at Pittsfield Lake (north of the dam)!

This event is designed for kids, but everyone is welcome to come out, learn, and enjoy the outdoors. Whether you're curious about trapping, want to explore nature, or just looking for a fun way to spend the afternoon — this is a great opportunity for all ages!

📍 Where: Pittsfield Lake, North of the Dam
📅 When: Friday, August 2 | 2–5 PM
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who: Kids & families — all are welcome!

Come join the fun, learn something new, and connect with your community in the great outdoors! 🌿🛶
30 days ago, Brittney Emerick
trapping event
🛍️ Today’s all about shopping small and showing big love to our local businesses! From boutiques to coffee shops, every purchase helps our community thrive. 💬 Shout out your favorite locally owned business in the comments and tag them! Let’s give them some love and visibility today.
30 days ago, Brittney Emerick
shop local
🍦 Chill out, it’s National Ice Cream Day! Whether you love sundaes, cones, milkshakes, or a straight scoop, today is the day to indulge. ❓Trivia Time: What year was the ice cream cone popularized in the U.S.; 1854, 1896, or 1904?
about 1 month ago, Brittney Emerick
National ice cream day
Due to the storm last night we will be leaving the brush yard open all weekend for the residents that need it. Please remember brush, limbs, and yard waste only. The City will also be doing a brush pickup next week, we will assess the situation Monday and post when the crews will be picking up next week.
about 1 month ago, Tom Reinhardt
🍽️ It’s a great day to dine out and support local! Pick a new place or revisit your favorite local restaurant. Try something different and maybe discover a new go-to order! 💬 What’s your favorite local spot to eat in Pittsfield and what do you always order?
about 1 month ago, Brittney Emerick
eat local
🎨✨ Family Art Night is Today Friday July 18th! ✨🎨
Join us on the north side of the courthouse square today the 18th from 5–8 PM for a fun-filled evening of creativity!
We’ll have sidewalk chalk art, rock painting, face painting, and kid vendors selling their handmade goods. Bring the whole family and come make some artful memories! 💜🖌️
#FamilyArtNight #PittsfieldIL #ChalkItUpToFun
about 1 month ago, Brittney Emerick
art on the square
Happy Birthday Police Officer John Pennock! 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!
about 1 month ago, Brittney Emerick
Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday, Fire Captain Allen Motley! 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!
about 1 month ago, Brittney Emerick
Happy Birthday
🎉😎😂 It’s World Emoji Day! Did you know the first emoji was created in 1999 in Japan? Now, over 10 billion emojis are sent daily! 💬 What’s your most-used emoji? Comment below with just emojis and we’ll try to guess what they mean!
about 1 month ago, Brittney Emerick
world emoji day July 17th
☕ Reconnect and recharge, it’s the perfect day to have coffee with a friend. Whether you meet in person or FaceTime with a mug in hand, it’s all about the conversation. 💬 Tag a friend you'd love to have coffee with today and let them know you're thinking of them!
about 1 month ago, Brittney Emerick
Coffee with a friend

❤️ Introducing the “Locks of Love” Sculpture at the Lake ❤️

We’re excited to share a new addition to the lake, our Locks of Love sculpture! This special piece is more than just a beautiful spot by the water, it’s a place to honor love in all its forms.

Whether you’re celebrating a special bond, remembering someone you’ve lost, or simply marking a moment that matters, we invite you to add your lock or tag to the sculpture.

🔒 How to participate:
1. Bring a lock or tag from home, or pick one up at a local shop.
2. Write your names, initials, a date, or a short message, whatever speaks to your heart.
3. Clip it onto the sculpture and leave a little piece of love behind.

This isn’t just for couples, it’s for best friends, families, and anyone who wants to honor a loved one who’s passed away. Every lock tells a story, and we can’t wait to watch this sculpture grow into a symbol of community and connection.

A huge Thank You to John Wood Community College welding class for making this and Doug at Doug's Bump Shop for painting.


#LocksOfLove #LakeMemories #InLovingMemory #CommunityLove

about 1 month ago, Brittney Emerick
locks of love
locks of love
Happy Birthday to Police Officer Rusty Camp! 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!
about 1 month ago, Brittney Emerick
Happy Birthday
🙌 Make a difference in someone’s day, volunteer! Whether it’s at the animal shelter, library, food pantry, historic society, or picture Pittsfield, every small act of kindness adds up. 💬 Where do you love to volunteer locally? Let’s shine a spotlight on those doing good in our community!
about 1 month ago, Brittney Emerick
volunteer somewhere