The Taylorville community has a full calendar of fun events at local parks to look forward to.  While November is a mostly quiet month in that regard, December is when the action picks up.  The lineup includes regular events for this time of year along with some new ones.  Registration slots are filling up quickly, illustrating the high demand and excitement for what’s to come. 

The first such event is the Snowflake Pageant on November 30.  Recreation Director Jessica Franks says registration opens a month prior. 

The Jingle Bell Walk is scheduled for December 3, with the Jingle Bell Roll set for the following night.  For the latter event, attendees will be able to rent golf carts to drive through the park and take in the displays of lights.  The six-seat carts are all reserved, while only a handful of four-seat carts remain. 

As the holidays get closer, the schedule gets busier.  On December 13 at 9 a.m., the community can enjoy the Grinchmas Breakfast at the Manners Park dining hall.  This is another event for which limited space remains. 

Five days later is another new event the Park District is putting on.  On December 18 at 6 p.m., there will be dinner and live music also at the dining hall.  There are 16 performers, so this reduces the number of people who can attend compared to the Grinchmas Breakfast. 

Finally, there is Senior Bingo the following day, December 19.  Franks says this event ensures there truly is something for everyone during the holiday season. 

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.