Gather Taylorville is inviting the community to take part in a free family-friendly event later this month that’s all about creativity, music, and community connection.

This free event, called Chalk-the-Lot, is planned for Saturday, May 30th, beginning at 10 AM. The event will take place at the large concrete parking lot located at the corner of West Market and South Webster in Taylorville.

Chalk-the-Lot will allow participants to decorate their own assigned square of pavement with colorful chalk art designs. Organizers say chalk will be provided at no cost, making the event free and open to people of all ages.

In addition to the chalk art activities, attendees will also be able to enjoy live music from former Taylorville resident Amy Readhead Benton. Benton is a singer-songwriter whose music has been featured on Pureflix’s “God’s Country Song,” as well as on television, both in the United States and internationally.

Another familiar Taylorville face, Jayme Sims, will also be participating in the event by creating balloon animals for children attending Chalk-the-Lot.

Free snacks will also be available during the event, including theater popcorn and Pop-Ice fruit freezer pops. For those wanting a meal or refreshments, Bricks Exquisite Eats, a food truck based in Assumption, will be on-site with food and drinks available for purchase.

Gather Taylorville says the event is designed to help strengthen community connections while allowing families to spend time together in a fun and welcoming environment.

More information about Gather Taylorville can be found on their Facebook page.