The Taylorville Park District is preparing for a variety of events as temperatures decrease.  The Falling Leaf Festival is the soonest item on the calendar from now.  Christimas In The Park is just under three months away, but logistical steps as part of it are just around the corner.  These events and the many others the Park District organizes give community members and businesses many ways to get involved, whether by attending, volunteering, or even sponsoring.

The 2nd annual Falling Leaf Festival is set for September 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Recreation Director Jessica Franks says they are looking to bring in more vendors than last year and add new fun activities for kids. 

Only a few days after the Falling Leaf Festival does the build-up to Christmas In The Park begin.  It includes the Jingle Bell Walk the night of Wednesday, December 3, with the Jingle Bell Roll on golf carts the night after.  Registration for these events begins on October 1.  There is also a bake-off as part of Christmas In The Park, and organizers are ready for more competition than in previous years. 

The Taylorville Park District is partnering with other area parks departments which also have holiday lights displays.  This setup, called the Twinkle Light Tour, promotes the displays together so visitors can experience as many of them as they want. 

There are opportunities for community members and businesses to sponsor the Park District’s many events.  Sponsoring a portion of an event is a lighter lift than some may realize. 

More information on the Taylorville Park District is available at www.taylorvilleparkdistrict.com.  You can also reach them by calling (217) 824-3110.

Jessica Franks appeared as a guest on the WTIM Morning Show.