National Candy Corn Day 🍬
Ahhh, candy corn… the most controversial Halloween treat of all. 😂
👉 Be honest do you LOVE it ❤️ or HATE it 👎?
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
national candy corn day October 30th
🎃 Trick-or-Treating in Pittsfield!
Ghosts, goblins, and superheroes will be out and about on Thursday, October 30th, and Friday, October 31st from 6 PM to 8 PM.

Please watch for little ones, drive carefully, and have a safe and spooktacular Halloween!
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
Trick or Treat
🐱 Calling all cat lovers today is for YOU!
Cats bring so much love, silliness, and personality into our homes. 🐾
📸 Share a picture of your feline friend in the comments let’s flood this post with cuteness!
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
national cat day
🍂 November is full of fun!

We’ve put together a month full of activities, little adventures, and special days to celebrate in Pittsfield! From National Cappuccino Day to Small Business Day, there’s something for everyone.

📅 Check out the November Calendar of Events below and mark your favorites so you don’t miss out!

👉 Tell us in the comments which event you’re most excited about!
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
November Calendar of events
Happy Birthday to Alderman Chris Little! Wishing you a wonderful day filled with joy and a fantastic year ahead. We appreciate you and hope you take some time to celebrate!
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday, Public Works Director Tom Reinhardt! 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!
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
Happy Birthday to you
🍫 A whole day to celebrate chocolate?! Yes, please. 😍
👉 Dark, milk, or white chocolate which one is your weakness?
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
national chocolate day
🍞 Few things smell as good as pumpkin bread baking in the oven. 🎃🍂 It’s warm, cozy, and the perfect fall treat!
👉 Do you love pumpkin-flavored everything, or do you skip the pumpkin craze?
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
pumpkin bread
Today, we celebrate street and alley laborer, Bill Irwin for 24 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
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
Happy Anniversary
🎃 It’s pumpkin carving time! Spooky, silly, or super creative, carving pumpkins is one of fall’s best traditions.
📷 Share a photo of your pumpkin masterpiece in the comments — let’s see who’s got the most creative design!
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
carve a pumpkin
☕Coffee tastes better when it’s shared with a friend. 💛 Whether it’s catching up in person or chatting on the phone, today’s the day to reconnect.
👉 Tag the friend you’d love to grab coffee with today!
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
coffee tastes better with a friend
Happy Birthday to Kenny Gwartney! 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!
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
Happy Birthday
📖Curl up with a cozy blanket and a good book today is the perfect excuse to read! 📚
👉 Share what you’re reading right now maybe we’ll discover our next favorite book.
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
between the pages of a book is a wonderful place to be

🌟 Exciting News for Pittsfield Businesses & Job Seekers! 🌟

Are you a local business looking to hire? Or a resident searching for your next career opportunity right here in Pittsfield? We’ve made it easier than ever to connect!

🖥️ Visit our website and head to the Business tab then click Job Postings.
✨ Employers: Simply fill out the online form to have your open positions added.
✨ Job Seekers: Browse the latest listings and discover great local opportunities!

Let’s keep Pittsfield growing one connection at a time! 💼💙

3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
How to get to job postings. Go to the business tab at the top then click Job Postings.
Take a Moonlight Hike 🌙
There’s something magical about being outdoors under the stars. ✨ Tonight’s the night to take a moonlight walk (or at least step outside to enjoy the evening sky).
👉 If you could hike anywhere in the world under the moonlight, where would you go?
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
moonlight hike
📍 Explore Pittsfield Like Never Before!

We’re excited to share that the City of Pittsfield’s Interactive GIS Map is now available right on the front page of our website! This powerful tool gives residents, business owners, and investors instant access to valuable information about our community.

With just a few clicks, you can:
✅ View parcel and zoning information
✅ Explore business listings and focus areas
✅ See available incentive districts and development opportunities

Whether you’re a local resident curious about your neighborhood or a business owner looking to expand, our GIS Map makes it easier than ever to make informed decisions and invest in Pittsfield’s future.
If you have any questions about this map or ideas of what you feel would be useful on this map, please email bemerick@pittsfieldil.org.
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
You can find our interactive GIS map on the right side of the ribbon; it is highlighted with a red box in this picture
National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day 🍰
Creamy, sweet, and full of fall flavor, pumpkin cheesecake is a dessert worth celebrating! 🎃🍰
👉 Pumpkin cheesecake: YUM or NO THANKS?
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
National pumpkin cheesecake day October 21
Today, we celebrate, street and alley laborer, John Neupauer for 2 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
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
Happy Anniversary
Do a Kind Act for Someone 💕
Small acts of kindness can have a big impact. Today’s challenge: do one random act of kindness big or small. 💌
💬 Share how you brightened someone’s day (without giving names). Let’s spread kindness like confetti!
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
one kind act can change someone's whole day
Fall Pickins 🍁
Have you made time to enjoy what Fall Pickins has to offer? Today is the last day to enjoy what might be left.
What do you think makes this event special?
3 months ago, Brittney Emerick
fall pickins pike county il