Princeton Moose Lodge Bingo Night – 1st & 3rd Tuesdays. Doors open at 5 with sandwiches available. Call 879-5261 for info

Free Water Testing for Nitrates

The Bureau County Farm Bureau, has teamed up with Nutrient Stewardship of Northern Illinois to host free water testing open house days for private landowners and operators. Each Friday, an open house from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. will be held at the Bureau County Farm Bureau, 535 Elm Place, in Princeton.

Tested water can be collected from field tiles, streams or ponds. The testing and results of water samples are for private land owner/operator use only. The water test is free, and confidential, no results will be saved. Results are simply a snapshot in time of nutrient levels and can vary greatly depending on the time of year, temperature, rainfall, and crop and in-field practices.

When collecting samples keep in mind that a measurement of flow (the volume of water leaving a site) would help determine the total nutrient loading into a body of water. Also, an additional measurement of acres being drained would help determine the pounds per acre leaving the field.

Sample Collection Instructions:

• Sample containers should be clean and free of any residual chemicals or detergents.

• Water samples need to be at least 8 ounces.

• Samples should be taken as close to the testing time as possible (preferably within 48hrs).

• Samples should be kept refrigerated if not being tested immediately.

For more information about the test and additional testing sites visit: http://www.illinoiscbmp.org/Water-Testing/ or contact Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

Free Water Testing for Nitrates

The Bureau County Farm Bureau, has teamed up with Nutrient Stewardship of Northern Illinois to host free water testing open house days for private landowners and operators. Each Friday, an open house from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. will be held at the Bureau County Farm Bureau, 535 Elm Place, in Princeton.

Tested water can be collected from field tiles, streams or ponds. The testing and results of water samples are for private land owner/operator use only. The water test is free, and confidential, no results will be saved. Results are simply a snapshot in time of nutrient levels and can vary greatly depending on the time of year, temperature, rainfall, and crop and in-field practices.

When collecting samples keep in mind that a measurement of flow (the volume of water leaving a site) would help determine the total nutrient loading into a body of water. Also, an additional measurement of acres being drained would help determine the pounds per acre leaving the field.

Sample Collection Instructions:

• Sample containers should be clean and free of any residual chemicals or detergents.

• Water samples need to be at least 8 ounces.

• Samples should be taken as close to the testing time as possible (preferably within 48hrs).

• Samples should be kept refrigerated if not being tested immediately.

For more information about the test and additional testing sites visit: http://www.illinoiscbmp.org/Water-Testing/ or contact Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

Friday, March 3 from 4:30 to 7pm

$7 Adults, $6 Seniors (60+) and students 12 and under.

Serving at Ohio Schools and Harry’s Pub & Grub, Main Street.

Delivery will be available in Ohio.

Carryouts available. Call 815-376-4414 or 815-376-2934

Hollowayville United Church of Christ will have their “65th Annual Pancake & Sausage Brunch” on Sunday, March 5th from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm.

MENU – Pancakes, French Toast, Scrambled Eggs, Biscuits & Gravy, Homemade Sausage & Apple Sauce

Coffee / Milk / Orange Juice

Princeton Moose Lodge Bingo Night – 1st & 3rd Tuesdays. Doors open at 5 with sandwiches available. Call 879-5261 for info

Mick Henneberry & Tricia Kelly present “An Evening of Irish Fun!”

Friday, March 17th 7:00 pm

Prairie Arts Center 24 Park Avenue East, Princeton

Admission: $10/person

For reservations, call 815.875.2787 visit PrairieArts.org for more info

The Wyanet library’s “2nd Thursday@the Library” programs resume on Thursday, March 9, 2017 at 6:30 pm. Wyanet’s own, Debi Johnson will be presenting the program, “Your Health, Your Choice”. Debi recently completed courses to become a certified Health Coach. Her program will take a look at simple choices one can make to bring one’s body to a healthier version of itself. Debi will also talk about using food, exercise and natural supplementation to help with such things as blood sugar, cholesterol, pain and inflammation, heart health and overall energy. Summer is on the way…start a new chapter with a better body. As always refreshment will be served after the program…yes, healthy ones…maybe.

Free Water Testing for Nitrates

The Bureau County Farm Bureau, has teamed up with Nutrient Stewardship of Northern Illinois to host free water testing open house days for private landowners and operators. Each Friday, an open house from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. will be held at the Bureau County Farm Bureau, 535 Elm Place, in Princeton.

Tested water can be collected from field tiles, streams or ponds. The testing and results of water samples are for private land owner/operator use only. The water test is free, and confidential, no results will be saved. Results are simply a snapshot in time of nutrient levels and can vary greatly depending on the time of year, temperature, rainfall, and crop and in-field practices.

When collecting samples keep in mind that a measurement of flow (the volume of water leaving a site) would help determine the total nutrient loading into a body of water. Also, an additional measurement of acres being drained would help determine the pounds per acre leaving the field.

Sample Collection Instructions:

• Sample containers should be clean and free of any residual chemicals or detergents.

• Water samples need to be at least 8 ounces.

• Samples should be taken as close to the testing time as possible (preferably within 48hrs).

• Samples should be kept refrigerated if not being tested immediately.

For more information about the test and additional testing sites visit: http://www.illinoiscbmp.org/Water-Testing/ or contact Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

WHO:             State Senator Chuck Weaver (R–Peoria) – District 37

WHAT:           Coffee Chat

WHEN:          Friday, March 10^th, 2017

8:00am – 9:00am

WHERE:        Big Apple Restaurant
2136 N. Main St.
Princeton, Il 61356

Senator Weaver’s coffee chat is a chance for constituents to ask questions and offer suggestions about state government. There is no set topic. The event is free and open to the public.

The Reddick Mansion Presents “Celebrating All Things Irish”

March 11, 2017
The evening will include:
* The Templetons performing Irish fiddling and Irish jigs.
* “Two Irish Tellers” Story Tellers Tricia Kelly and Mick Henneberry.
* Irish Step Dancing by Helena and Alea Ogle.

Illinois Valley Community College will host their Spring 2017 Open House from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 14 in CTC 124 at the Oglesby campus. The event is crucial for district students considering attending IVCC.

Deans and faculty from various academic departments will discuss potential majors and give tours of labs. Current IVCC students will share their experiences and counselors will be available to discuss the college’s many academic programs. Other topics include financial aid, student support services, scholarships, and transfer services.

Aseret Loveland, Assistant Director of Admissions, Records, and Transfer Services, said, “Everything we will cover is essential for individuals considering enrolling this summer or fall; we encourage guests to attend the entire program.”

RSVP by calling (815) 224-0439. Summer registration begins April 5 and fall begins April 11.

Free Water Testing for Nitrates

The Bureau County Farm Bureau, has teamed up with Nutrient Stewardship of Northern Illinois to host free water testing open house days for private landowners and operators. Each Friday, an open house from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. will be held at the Bureau County Farm Bureau, 535 Elm Place, in Princeton.

Tested water can be collected from field tiles, streams or ponds. The testing and results of water samples are for private land owner/operator use only. The water test is free, and confidential, no results will be saved. Results are simply a snapshot in time of nutrient levels and can vary greatly depending on the time of year, temperature, rainfall, and crop and in-field practices.

When collecting samples keep in mind that a measurement of flow (the volume of water leaving a site) would help determine the total nutrient loading into a body of water. Also, an additional measurement of acres being drained would help determine the pounds per acre leaving the field.

Sample Collection Instructions:

• Sample containers should be clean and free of any residual chemicals or detergents.

• Water samples need to be at least 8 ounces.

• Samples should be taken as close to the testing time as possible (preferably within 48hrs).

• Samples should be kept refrigerated if not being tested immediately.

For more information about the test and additional testing sites visit: http://www.illinoiscbmp.org/Water-Testing/ or contact Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

BVHS Drama Dept presents “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown”! Fri, Mar 17th and Sat, Mar 18th, at

7 pm. Tickets $10 adults, $7 students.

BVHS Drama Dept presents “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown”! Sat, Mar 18th, at 7pm. Tickets $10 adults, $7 students.

Come join us for Breakfast and meet our team of volunteers. Support a good cause and help your community. Price for the Breakfast is by donation. There will be raffles and a 50/50. Hope to see you all there.

We are a completely volunteer department. Our volunteers work hard to do their best at keeping our community as safe as possible.

On Sunday, April 2^nd at 4:00 PM, the Seatonville Congregational Church, Independent located on Rt.6 will be hosting the dramatic presentation, “The Living Last Supper.” This powerful drama depicting Jesus and His twelve disciples at the Last Supper will be presented by the men of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Peru. Everyone from the Illinois and Bureau Valley region is invited to Seatonville to attend. There is no charge for the drama, but, a free will offering will be taken to benefit the Hall Township Food Pantry in Spring Valley. For more information, call the church at 815-894-2697 or Pastor Bill at 815-228-6717.

“Elephant and Rhino Conservation in Africa” Presented By: Donatus Gadiye at the Princeton Public Library Friday, March 24th at 3:00-5:00 pm

Donatus Gadiye, a native of Tanzania, is personally intimate with the terrain, people, cultures, and native wildlife of East Africa. Donatus holds a Masters Degree in Natural Resource Management. He serves as a Warden and in several departments of conservation including protection of Northern Highland Forest Reserve within the Ngorongoro Crater – a World Heritage site, Biosphere Reserve and the highest concentration of wildlife on the planet. He monitors the protection of Black Rhinos on the crater floor and is coordinator for monitoring the crater’s Elephant population. Donatus will speak on the measures his country is taking to protect these animals in peril from poaching and habitat destruction. He will also speak on the other national parks in Tanzania and safari opportunities. For more information, please contact the Library or Lori Windows at 815-699-2318.

Donatus will also be giving a talk at the Prouty Building from 7:00-9:00 on March 24th .

Princeton Moose Lodge Bingo Night – 1st & 3rd Tuesdays. Doors open at 5 with sandwiches available. Call 879-5261 for info

The next meeting of the Bureau County Genealogical Society will be on Thursday evening, March 23.  The organization cordially invites the public to attend the meeting which will feature Esther Tracy as the evening’s speaker.  She will talk on the topic “Bureau County in the 1800’s Through the Newspapers.”  The meeting will begin at 7:00 pm at the Society library at 629 South Main in Princeton and is free to all who attend.

The Illinois Valley Democrats will hold its monthly meeting on March 23rd at the DePue VFW, 202 W. 1st Street, DePue at 7:00 p.m. All welcome to attend. We will be addressing the April township and municipal elections and further discussions on the 2018 elections. Membership dues for 2017 are due and payable at March meeting. Food and beverages will be provided after the meeting.

The R.A. Sapp Library’s Book Group has been meeting for 17 1/2 years. The group meets on the fourth Thursday of each month. They also celebrate member’s birthdays with a quarterly lunch. The book that the group will be discussing in March is Emma and Me by Elizabeth Flock. If you love reading, and would like a lively discussion of literature, come join the fun. The library has books available for the March discussion. Stop in and grab one to read, and then join the group on Thursday, March 23 at 7:00 pm at the library.

Free Water Testing for Nitrates

The Bureau County Farm Bureau, has teamed up with Nutrient Stewardship of Northern Illinois to host free water testing open house days for private landowners and operators. Each Friday, an open house from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. will be held at the Bureau County Farm Bureau, 535 Elm Place, in Princeton.

Tested water can be collected from field tiles, streams or ponds. The testing and results of water samples are for private land owner/operator use only. The water test is free, and confidential, no results will be saved. Results are simply a snapshot in time of nutrient levels and can vary greatly depending on the time of year, temperature, rainfall, and crop and in-field practices.

When collecting samples keep in mind that a measurement of flow (the volume of water leaving a site) would help determine the total nutrient loading into a body of water. Also, an additional measurement of acres being drained would help determine the pounds per acre leaving the field.

Sample Collection Instructions:

• Sample containers should be clean and free of any residual chemicals or detergents.

• Water samples need to be at least 8 ounces.

• Samples should be taken as close to the testing time as possible (preferably within 48hrs).

• Samples should be kept refrigerated if not being tested immediately.

For more information about the test and additional testing sites visit: http://www.illinoiscbmp.org/Water-Testing/ or contact Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

This fun and unique event is to raise money to keep the Flags of Freedom flying. Live & Silent Auction, Music / DJ, Comedy, Run way entertainment and great food This is an event you don’t want to miss. Special Appearance by Comedian & Social Media Sensation Dionne Alexander and Special Appearance by Chicago Bears Superbowl Champ LA Mike Richardson and Guest MC Pro Wrestling Champ Frankie the Chi-Town Hitman and also a special runway appearance by Pro Wrestler Pretty boy Flyod.
Tickets available at these locations Piehl Motors, Centrue Bank, First State Bank, Grandma Rosie’s and ServiceMaster DSI. $25 per person.
This event is brougt to you by the Flags of Freedom committee and F I S T ( Fundraising Inovative Support Team).

BP Power’s “Reaching Common Ground with Mental Health” awareness event on March 24, 2017 at the Bureau County Metro Center, 6:00-10:00 pm.
As you may know, BP Power is a youth coalition that exists to raise awareness of drug and alcohol abuse led by anti-substance abuse teen advocates and leaders in partnership with CPASA (Community Partners Against Substance Abuse) for fellow teens in Bureau and Putnam counties.

Please join BP Power and MTV’s ”Made” Teen Life Coach, Jeff Yalden, discuss and learn how to help yourself and others with issues of depression, anxiety, self-harm, and suicide prevention in an upbeat and interactive way! Although these issues may seem dreary, Jeff promises he not only will make you think, but also laugh and enjoy yourself. The doors will open at 5:30pm for registration. The program will begin at 6:00pm with a FREE Jimmy John’s dinner. You are also given the opportunity to bring any of your friends (grades 8-12) to attend this event with you!

We would be delighted for you to attend BP Power’s “Reaching Common Ground with Mental Health” awareness event. If you could please RSVP and PM or comment your t-shirt size, it would be greatly appreciated. We look forward to seeing you there!

If you have any questions please contact CPASA at
info@cpasa.org or (815) 872-5091.

The Princeton Coffeehouse presents singer/songwriter Ellis Paul, on his 25^th Anniversary Tour. 7:30 p.m., Saturday, March 25, at Open Prairie UCC, 25 E. Marion St., Princeton. Doors open at 7 p.m. $15 admission. Homemade desserts and fair trade coffee available. www.theprincetoncoffeehouse.com. 815/872-6501.

The Village of Wyanet will have cemetery clean up at Forest Hill Cemetery on Monday, March 27th. Please remove all your items before Sunset on Sunday, March 26th. Clean up will be done by Sunset on Wednesday, March 29th.If you have any questions please call the Village Hall at 815-699-2631

Free Water Testing for Nitrates

The Bureau County Farm Bureau, has teamed up with Nutrient Stewardship of Northern Illinois to host free water testing open house days for private landowners and operators. Each Friday, an open house from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. will be held at the Bureau County Farm Bureau, 535 Elm Place, in Princeton.

Tested water can be collected from field tiles, streams or ponds. The testing and results of water samples are for private land owner/operator use only. The water test is free, and confidential, no results will be saved. Results are simply a snapshot in time of nutrient levels and can vary greatly depending on the time of year, temperature, rainfall, and crop and in-field practices.

When collecting samples keep in mind that a measurement of flow (the volume of water leaving a site) would help determine the total nutrient loading into a body of water. Also, an additional measurement of acres being drained would help determine the pounds per acre leaving the field.

Sample Collection Instructions:

• Sample containers should be clean and free of any residual chemicals or detergents.

• Water samples need to be at least 8 ounces.

• Samples should be taken as close to the testing time as possible (preferably within 48hrs).

• Samples should be kept refrigerated if not being tested immediately.

For more information about the test and additional testing sites visit: http://www.illinoiscbmp.org/Water-Testing/ or contact Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

ALL YOU CAN EAT FISH

Adults: $8.50
Youth: $6.00 (10 & under)
Children’s Mac ‘n Cheese dinner $5.00

Fish dinner includes: coleslaw, fries, dessert, and drink

Carry outs available.

*All proceeds will benefit the Youth Mission Trip*

High school choir will perform at 6:00PM!!

Princeton High School will present the musical, The Music Man, at 7:30 p.m. in the Sally Skinner Council Auditorium on Friday, March 31 and Saturday, April 1.  The Music Man is set in River City, Iowa where con-artist Harold Hill arrives to make some quick money before moving on to his next scam.  Harold, promising to teach the students how to play, tricks the townsfolk into buying music, instruments and uniforms.  Instead of following through with this promise, Harold plans to quickly leave town, escaping the daunting task of teaching the kids.  His scheme seems perfect until he encounters Marian Paroo, the local piano teacher, who makes Harold think twice about this plan.  Tickets to the show are $8 and can be purchased by calling (815) 875-3308, ext. 375.  All seats are reserved.

Step inside a colossal human heart and learn what makes you tick at the Perry Memorial Health & Wellness Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 1, at the Bureau County Metro Center, 837 Park Avenue West, Princeton, IL.

To promote wellness and heart-healthy habits, Perry Memorial Hospital, will offer this FREE, interactive walk-through exhibit that stretches 26 feet long, 13 feet tall and 15 feet wide. . Visitors to the MEGA Heart will enter the giant exhibit through the largest vein that feeds the heart and exit through the aorta, the largest artery that leaves the heart. Along the way, they will learn about this very important muscle and observe examples of heart disease, America’s No. 1 killer.

Along with the MEGA Heart, the event will also offer a variety of family-friendly and wellness activities, hourly door prizes, and a gas grill as a grand prize to promote healthy cooking and eating.

Princeton High School will present the musical, The Music Man, at 7:30 p.m. in the Sally Skinner Council Auditorium on Saturday, April 1.  The Music Man is set in River City, Iowa where con-artist Harold Hill arrives to make some quick money before moving on to his next scam.  Harold, promising to teach the students how to play, tricks the townsfolk into buying music, instruments and uniforms.  Instead of following through with this promise, Harold plans to quickly leave town, escaping the daunting task of teaching the kids.  His scheme seems perfect until he encounters Marian Paroo, the local piano teacher, who makes Harold think twice about this plan.  Tickets to the show are $8 and can be purchased by calling (815) 875-3308, ext. 375.  All seats are reserved.

Princeton Moose Lodge Bingo Night – 1st & 3rd Tuesdays. Doors open at 5 with sandwiches available. Call 879-5261 for info

Free Water Testing for Nitrates

The Bureau County Farm Bureau, has teamed up with Nutrient Stewardship of Northern Illinois to host free water testing open house days for private landowners and operators. Each Friday, an open house from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. will be held at the Bureau County Farm Bureau, 535 Elm Place, in Princeton.

Tested water can be collected from field tiles, streams or ponds. The testing and results of water samples are for private land owner/operator use only. The water test is free, and confidential, no results will be saved. Results are simply a snapshot in time of nutrient levels and can vary greatly depending on the time of year, temperature, rainfall, and crop and in-field practices.

When collecting samples keep in mind that a measurement of flow (the volume of water leaving a site) would help determine the total nutrient loading into a body of water. Also, an additional measurement of acres being drained would help determine the pounds per acre leaving the field.

Sample Collection Instructions:

• Sample containers should be clean and free of any residual chemicals or detergents.

• Water samples need to be at least 8 ounces.

• Samples should be taken as close to the testing time as possible (preferably within 48hrs).

• Samples should be kept refrigerated if not being tested immediately.

For more information about the test and additional testing sites visit: http://www.illinoiscbmp.org/Water-Testing/ or contact Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

It’s that time of year again! Let the Princeton Jaycees help you get your mower ready for spring. The Jaycees will be hosting a lawn mower service fundraiser on April 8th from 8am-12pm at 1503 W. Peru St. in Princeton. This is a new location from previous years. The location is located directly across from Prescott Ford Dealership. Services will include blade sharpening, air filter cleaning, and deck and engine cleaning. Cost is $10 for push mowers. No riding mowers can be serviced. A pickup service for Princeton residents will be provided on Friday, April 7th for an additional $10. If you would like pickup or have questions, please contact Matt Cochran at (815) 878-7799. All proceeds will go towards the Kurt Garvin Memorial Princeton Jaycees Scholarship Fund.

Illinois Valley Community College’s Career Services is hosting the 26th Annual Job Fair from noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 12 in the Gym. The Job Fair is open to all job seekers and is free to attend.

Over 60 employers have registered to participate at this year’s event. All candidates should dress professionally and bring plenty of resumes to distribute to employers.

With employers meeting job seekers, attendees should be prepared to communicate reasons why they are the right person for the job.

Visit www.ivcc.edu/jobfair for more information and to view the online listing of employers that will be attending.

St. Matthews Lutheran Church in Princeton invites all to attend four worship services during Holy Week and Easter.  Service times for both Maundy Thursday and Good Friday are 7 pm, and Easter Sunday Worship times are 7 am and 9 am. 

For Maundy Thursday Worship (April 13 at 7 pm) Pastor Scott Schmidt continues the Lenten Sermon Series on The Lord’s Prayer by sharing W.A Poovey’s meditation entitled “Into Deeper Waters.”  The service also offers Holy Communion and ends with the Stripping of the Altar.

Good Friday Worship (April 14 at 7 pm) includes the “Bidding Prayers” and a brief sermon by Pr. Schmidt entitled “Our Most Important Prayer Answered by Jesus.”   Easter Sunrise (April 16 at 7 am) offers Holy Communion, and The Lord’s Prayer sermon series concludes with Pr. Schmidt sharing Poovey’s meditation entitled “The Easter Doxology.”

Traditional Easter Worship at 9 am offers a completely different set of scripture readings and music than the Sunrise Service. The 9 am service offers Holy Communion, and St. Matthews Bell Choir begins the service playing “Easter Joy.”  The sermon is “The Resurrection of our Lord – Then, Today, Tomorrow.”

At 10:15 am on Easter, the Sunday School has an Easter Egg Hunt.  Plus, Easter Breakfast is from 8 am to 8:45 am and again from 10:15 am to 11 am, with proceeds supporting St. Matthews Youth and Family Ministry.

St. Matthews is located at 416 E. Dover Rd. in Princeton.  For more information go to www.StMatthewsPrinceton.org or email StMatthewsPrinceton@gmail.com or call 815-879-6491. 

Lots of fun activities are planned for ages five through 5th grade at FPC’s Celebration Day Camp! Games, crafts, egg hunt, songs, stories, planting seeds and FUN!! Lunch will be provided (or bring your own sack lunch if preferred). It’s FREE, FUN and on Good FRIDAY! For more information call 875-1306 or email us at 1stpresprinceton@gmail.com. Reserve your child’s space today!

Free Water Testing for Nitrates

The Bureau County Farm Bureau, has teamed up with Nutrient Stewardship of Northern Illinois to host free water testing open house days for private landowners and operators. Each Friday, an open house from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. will be held at the Bureau County Farm Bureau, 535 Elm Place, in Princeton.

Tested water can be collected from field tiles, streams or ponds. The testing and results of water samples are for private land owner/operator use only. The water test is free, and confidential, no results will be saved. Results are simply a snapshot in time of nutrient levels and can vary greatly depending on the time of year, temperature, rainfall, and crop and in-field practices.

When collecting samples keep in mind that a measurement of flow (the volume of water leaving a site) would help determine the total nutrient loading into a body of water. Also, an additional measurement of acres being drained would help determine the pounds per acre leaving the field.

Sample Collection Instructions:

• Sample containers should be clean and free of any residual chemicals or detergents.

• Water samples need to be at least 8 ounces.

• Samples should be taken as close to the testing time as possible (preferably within 48hrs).

• Samples should be kept refrigerated if not being tested immediately.

For more information about the test and additional testing sites visit: http://www.illinoiscbmp.org/Water-Testing/ or contact Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

Easter egg hunt and prizes for the kids.

Good Friday: Service is at 7pm. Plan to attend and bring a friend. We will have an

Unveiling of the new cross for our sanctuary.

Sunrise Service: 6am

Easter Breakfast: 7:17-8:30am– breakfast served… VERY IMPORTANT: Please RSVP for breakfast. Please call 815-875-1900

Easter Gospel Jam: 8:30-9:00am Southern Gospel Jam before our second service

Sunday Service: 9:30am

Following the Easter Sunday service there will be a continental breakfast for everyone to enjoy.

Wyanet United Methodist Church Good Friday Service April 14th at 7 pm.  Easter Service April 16th 8:45 am.

Sponsored by the Malden 8th grade cheerleaders.

Areas marked off for 3 age groups:

— 9 months to age 4

— Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grades

— 3rd and 4th grades

Prizes awarded! All kids will get to find at least 6 eggs.

The Annual Princeton Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Princeton Optimist Club will be held Saturday, April 15th at 11 am sharp on the grounds of Soldiers and Sailors Park and the Bureau County Courthouse lawn in Princeton.

For children ages newborn to 12. The Easter Bunny will make an appearance and there will be plenty of candy and prizes.

Do you have painful, bulging, swollen varicose veins? Varicose veins are not always a cosmetic issue. You may be suffering from venous reflux disease. Dr. Mark Williams specializes in the VNUS Closure that treats varicose veins and their underlying cause, venous reflux. This procedure is a clinically proven, minimally invasive office-based treatment. Dr. Mark Williams is offering a FREE varicose vein screening on Tuesday, April 18th; Friday, April 21st and Tuesday, April 25th at the Perry Memorial General Surgery Clinic, 530 Park Avenue East, Suite 205, Princeton, IL. Call 815-872-9491 to schedule an appointment for your FREE screening. Space is limited.

Princeton Moose Lodge Bingo Night – 1st & 3rd Tuesdays. Doors open at 5 with sandwiches available. Call 879-5261 for info

From Illinois Valley Community College’s Community Relations Office, 815.224.0465

            The public is welcome to attend the annual Illinois Valley Community College MIMIC Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 19 in the cafeteria foyer.

            2017 products for sale include a tabletop fire feature by LiT Firetainment, “Tree of Life,” metal dinosaur sculptures and Save-A-Hand handles for grocery bags, a returning favorite.

            MIMIC, Making Industry Meaningful in College, is a nationally recognized program placing IVCC students from engineering design, electronics and business in teams to design, manufacture, market and sell a product.

            Student teams, called “companies,” simulate an industrial company structure, allowing students to experience a workplace environment in a classroom setting.

Free Water Testing for Nitrates

The Bureau County Farm Bureau, has teamed up with Nutrient Stewardship of Northern Illinois to host free water testing open house days for private landowners and operators. Each Friday, an open house from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. will be held at the Bureau County Farm Bureau, 535 Elm Place, in Princeton.

Tested water can be collected from field tiles, streams or ponds. The testing and results of water samples are for private land owner/operator use only. The water test is free, and confidential, no results will be saved. Results are simply a snapshot in time of nutrient levels and can vary greatly depending on the time of year, temperature, rainfall, and crop and in-field practices.

When collecting samples keep in mind that a measurement of flow (the volume of water leaving a site) would help determine the total nutrient loading into a body of water. Also, an additional measurement of acres being drained would help determine the pounds per acre leaving the field.

Sample Collection Instructions:

• Sample containers should be clean and free of any residual chemicals or detergents.

• Water samples need to be at least 8 ounces.

• Samples should be taken as close to the testing time as possible (preferably within 48hrs).

• Samples should be kept refrigerated if not being tested immediately.

For more information about the test and additional testing sites visit: http://www.illinoiscbmp.org/Water-Testing/ or contact Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

Do you have painful, bulging, swollen varicose veins? Varicose veins are not always a cosmetic issue. You may be suffering from venous reflux disease. Dr. Mark Williams specializes in the VNUS Closure that treats varicose veins and their underlying cause, venous reflux. This procedure is a clinically proven, minimally invasive office-based treatment. Dr. Mark Williams is offering a FREE varicose vein screening on Friday, April 21st and Tuesday, April 25th at the Perry Memorial General Surgery Clinic, 530 Park Avenue East, Suite 205, Princeton, IL. Call 815-872-9491 to schedule an appointment for your FREE screening. Space is limited.

It’s always a good idea to periodically check records to see if you might have money coming to you that perhaps you didn’t know about. The I-Cash Unclaimed Property team will once again help you find out for sure at Princeton Public Library Friday April 21 from 1-5 p.m. This free program will offer a hands-on opportunity to search for any items you might have coming to you.

The Illinois Treasurer’s office is the custodian of unclaimed property including lost bank accounts, insurance policy proceeds, and forgotten safe deposit boxes. Items are surrendered after private entities tried for at least five years to locate the owners. Because thousands of items are surrendered each year, residents should check I-Cash every six months. Visit www.illinoistreasurer.gov or call 217.785.6998.

      Illinois Valley Community College chemistry instructor Matthew Johll will once again trust science over common sense as he has a cement block smashed off his chest while lying on a bed of nails at the annual Sci-Fest from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, April 21 in the gym.         

Sponsored by the STEM/Chem club, officer Arinze Ochuba said, “This event introduces kids early on to science, technology, engineering and mathematics for exploration, understanding and fun.”

Guests can check out 40 stations with demos from chemistry, biology, physics and geology. Back by popular demand are imploding barrels, liquid nitrogen ice cream and Ruben’s Tube.

            “We had about 600 guests last year,” Ochuba said. “My favorite parts were greeting the first guests to arrive and of course when we smashed the cinder block on Dr. Johll’s chest as he laid on a bed of nails!”

The event is free and open to the public. Contact Johll at (815) 224-0468 for information.

The Princeton Coffeehouse presents singer/songwriter/comedienne Cheryl Wheeler, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, April 22, at Open Prairie UCC, 25 E. Marion St., Princeton. Doors open at 7 p.m. $20 admission. Homemade desserts and fair trade coffee available. www.theprincetoncoffeehouse.com. 815/872-6501.

Do you have painful, bulging, swollen varicose veins? Varicose veins are not always a cosmetic issue. You may be suffering from venous reflux disease. Dr. Mark Williams specializes in the VNUS Closure that treats varicose veins and their underlying cause, venous reflux. This procedure is a clinically proven, minimally invasive office-based treatment. Dr. Mark Williams is offering a FREE varicose vein screening on Tuesday, April 25th at the Perry Memorial General Surgery Clinic, 530 Park Avenue East, Suite 205, Princeton, IL. Call 815-872-9491 to schedule an appointment for your FREE screening. Space is limited.

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Manlius will host a

sewing machine cleaning clinic on Wednesday, April 26. You must pre-register

your machine for this clinic. Cleaning will be done by Galesburg Sewing Center.

Machines will need to be dropped off April 26 th between 7 am and noon. (If

other arrangements are needed please call 815-445- 5064.) Pick up when you

receive a call or by 6 pm that day. Register and be entered into a drawing for a

FREE cleaning. You will be entered again when you bring in your machine that

day. Mechanical machines will cost $45 and electronic machines will cost $55.

Any repairs will need to be discussed with the technicians as this is a cleaning

only. Get your machine ready for spring!

This event is sponsored by the church’s Ladies Night Out committee. Trinity

Lutheran Church is located at the edge of Manlius off Backbone Road. Further

information can be obtained by contacting Peggy at 815-445-5064.

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Manlius will host a sewing machine cleaning clinic on Wednesday, April 26. You must pre-register your machine for this clinic. Cleaning will be done by Galesburg Sewing Center.

Machines will need to be dropped off April 26^th between 7 am and noon. (If other arrangements are needed please call 815-445-5064.) Pick up when you receive a call or by 6 pm that day. Register and be entered into a drawing for a FREE cleaning. You will be entered again when you bring in your machine that day. Mechanical machines will cost $45 and electronic machines will cost $55. Any repairs will need to be discussed with the technicians as this is a cleaning only. Get your machine ready for spring!

This event is sponsored by the church’s Ladies Night Out committee. Trinity Lutheran Church is located at the edge of Manlius off Backbone Road. Further information can be obtained by contacting Peggy at 815-445-5064.

Free Water Testing for Nitrates

The Bureau County Farm Bureau, has teamed up with Nutrient Stewardship of Northern Illinois to host free water testing open house days for private landowners and operators. Each Friday, an open house from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. will be held at the Bureau County Farm Bureau, 535 Elm Place, in Princeton.

Tested water can be collected from field tiles, streams or ponds. The testing and results of water samples are for private land owner/operator use only. The water test is free, and confidential, no results will be saved. Results are simply a snapshot in time of nutrient levels and can vary greatly depending on the time of year, temperature, rainfall, and crop and in-field practices.

When collecting samples keep in mind that a measurement of flow (the volume of water leaving a site) would help determine the total nutrient loading into a body of water. Also, an additional measurement of acres being drained would help determine the pounds per acre leaving the field.

Sample Collection Instructions:

• Sample containers should be clean and free of any residual chemicals or detergents.

• Water samples need to be at least 8 ounces.

• Samples should be taken as close to the testing time as possible (preferably within 48hrs).

• Samples should be kept refrigerated if not being tested immediately.

For more information about the test and additional testing sites visit: http://www.illinoiscbmp.org/Water-Testing/ or contact Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

BVHS Plant Sale

April 29th, May 6th, and May 13th 8 a.m. to Noon

Location: Bureau Valley High School Greenhouse

Annuals, Perennials, Grasses, Hanging Baskets, Vegetables, & Herbs

For more information contact: Mr. Lucas Schultz at lschultz@bureauvalley.net
Mrs. Ann Ledergerber at aledergerber@bureauvalley.net
Or Call BVHS at 815-445-4004

The Princeton Music Boosters will be holding a cookout at Sullivan’s parking lot on Saturday, April 29^th from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The fundraiser will benefit the PHS music program.

The Music Boosters will be selling ribeye sandwiches, butterfly pork chop sandwiches, brats, and hot dogs. Chips and drinks will also be available.

Pre-orders and phone orders may be made to 815-878-7645. Free delivery is available within the City of Princeton.

For additional information about the PHS Music Boosters, contact Ben Atkinson President, at 815-866-5465, Linnea Campbell, Secretary, at 815-875-1635, a current member, or visit the Music Boosters Facebook page Princeton Music Boosters.

The 5th annual Princeton Jazz Festival featuring the Logan Jr. High, Princeton High School, and Princeton Community Jazz Bands. Doors open at 6 pm. Cost $5 ($3 for students/Seniors). At the Bureau County Fairgrounds Allen Building. Proceeds go to support music in Princeton schools.

Doors open at 6:30, Gaming starts at 7pm!

Silent Auction

$25 per person includes: $25 in Casino play money, Wing bar, appetizers & desserts. One entry to win $500

Tickets can be purchased at Finders Keepers Resale Store at 1225 N. Euclid or at the Shelter, 2845 N. Main St.

You may call to reserve your tickets now at 815-872-7387

Princeton Moose Lodge Bingo Night – 1st & 3rd Tuesdays. Doors open at 5 with sandwiches available. Call 879-5261 for info

Illinois Valley Community College Wind Ensemble’s free concert at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 4 in the Cultural Centre will include the music of Aaron Copland, Arturo Marquez, Gordon Jacob, Edwin Franko Goldman and W. Paris Chambers.

Directed by instructor Gene Montgomery, the ensemble includes IVCC students, local and regional music educators, and community members dedicated to the promotion of quality wind and percussion music.

Free Water Testing for Nitrates

The Bureau County Farm Bureau, has teamed up with Nutrient Stewardship of Northern Illinois to host free water testing open house days for private landowners and operators. Each Friday, an open house from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. will be held at the Bureau County Farm Bureau, 535 Elm Place, in Princeton.

Tested water can be collected from field tiles, streams or ponds. The testing and results of water samples are for private land owner/operator use only. The water test is free, and confidential, no results will be saved. Results are simply a snapshot in time of nutrient levels and can vary greatly depending on the time of year, temperature, rainfall, and crop and in-field practices.

When collecting samples keep in mind that a measurement of flow (the volume of water leaving a site) would help determine the total nutrient loading into a body of water. Also, an additional measurement of acres being drained would help determine the pounds per acre leaving the field.

Sample Collection Instructions:

• Sample containers should be clean and free of any residual chemicals or detergents.

• Water samples need to be at least 8 ounces.

• Samples should be taken as close to the testing time as possible (preferably within 48hrs).

• Samples should be kept refrigerated if not being tested immediately.

For more information about the test and additional testing sites visit: http://www.illinoiscbmp.org/Water-Testing/ or contact Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

The Princeton Rotary Club will be hosting a Cinco de Mayo event on Friday, May 5^th from 6-8 PM at the Bureau County Metro Center to raise funds for a college scholarship for a deserving PHS student. Rudy’s Liquors will be providing a wine, beer and spirits tasting and Kramer’s Kitchen will be serving a nacho/taco bar which are both included in the price of the $25 ticket for this special event. There will also be a 50/50 and a drawing for a Philips 55 inch flat screen TV donated by the Princeton Wal-Mart. Tickets are available from any Princeton Rotary member, at the door or call Joanne Sheldon at 815 719-2188.

BVHS Plant Sale

April 29th, May 6th, and May 13th 8 a.m. to Noon

Location: Bureau Valley High School Greenhouse

Annuals, Perennials, Grasses, Hanging Baskets, Vegetables, & Herbs

For more information contact: Mr. Lucas Schultz at lschultz@bureauvalley.net
Mrs. Ann Ledergerber at aledergerber@bureauvalley.net
Or Call BVHS at 815-445-4004

^3nd Annual RIPS Chicken Fundraiser for The Illinois Valley Center for Independent Living

Monday, May 8th, 2017   5 PM to 8 PM

RIP’S Tavern 311 N Main Ave Ladd, IL

Tickets are $8.00 and include choice of quarter light chicken, quarter dark chicken or chicken strips, along with fries and bread. Carry-out’s available! There will also be a silent auction and 50/50.

Tickets are available from any staff or board member of IVCIL. Tickets will also be available at the door. Call the Illinois Valley Center for Independent Living to get your tickets now, 815-224-3126.

IVCIL is a United Way Agency Member. Funding provided in whole or in part by the Illinois Department of Human Services.

On Monday, May 8, almost 185 years to the day after the Battle of Stillman’s Run (near Rockford) during the Black Hawk War, Jim Chevalier of Elgin will present “Tiskilwa’s Linc to the Black Hawk War.”

Jim will explain this war’s consequences in the lives of both Abraham Lincoln and the famous Sauk chief, Black Hawk.

Using video clips plus his knowledge of history, Jim will tell of Black Hawk’s late 1831 war council when the famous warrior summoned the Potawatomi and other tribes to Indiantown [now Tiskilwa] to rally support for defense of their homelands against the onslaught of European settlers.

Jim has done extensive research on Black Hawk and his efforts to preserve the territory of the Sauk, Fox, and other Native American tribes. A retired history teacher, Jim hopes someday to write a novel of two young boys who grew up as friends but were compelled to fight on opposing sides of the Black Hawk War.

Following the program, the society will provide refreshments and host a social time in the galleries. The society is presenting another program of interest for folks of all ages – from long-time history buffs to young scholars and everyone in between.

Illinois Valley Community College’s Jazz Ensemble will be in concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 9 in the Cultural Centre.

Directed by Brandon Czubachowski, the concert features many jazz classics including Rhapsody in Blue, Cabaret, Lady is a Tramp, Orange Colored Sky and Peter Gunn.

Czubachowski said, “Soloists are featured within the band this concert as well as our own jazz combo. Attendees can look forward to a great concert.”

Perry Memorial Hospital will offer the BLS course on Thursday, May 11, 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the White Oak Classroom at the hospital. Instructors will train participants using the American Heart Association’s BLS certification course designed for those working in the healthcare field. The student will participate in practice sessions on manikins and then be required to perform CPR, choking rescue and use of the Automatic External Defibrillator on the adult, child and infant.   A passing score on a written exam is also required for course completion.  This course is based on the American Heart Association’s longstanding and well researched guidelines for CPR and emergency cardiovascular care. Course fee is $40 which includes the book, supplies and certification card. The deadline to register for this course is April 27. Contact Marcia Hartwig, RN, Education Coordinator, at 815-876-4449 to register.

St. Thomas More Community Garage Sale

at Church Hall

Thursday May 11th 4pm-7pm

Friday May 12th 8am-4pm

Saturday May 13th 8am-4pm

Food and Snack will be For Sale as well as Ravioli’s and noodles

Bathrooms available

Tables available for sellers to rent $10 each

Princeton Elementary Schools presents this year’s third grade musical in the Princeton High School Auditorium on Thursday, May 11th, at 6 pm.  Everyone is sure to enjoy the musical celebration of oldies rock-n-roll, “Off Their Rockers”, by Jill and Michael Gallina.  For more information, please call 815-875-1164.

Free Water Testing for Nitrates

The Bureau County Farm Bureau, has teamed up with Nutrient Stewardship of Northern Illinois to host free water testing open house days for private landowners and operators. Each Friday, an open house from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. will be held at the Bureau County Farm Bureau, 535 Elm Place, in Princeton.

Tested water can be collected from field tiles, streams or ponds. The testing and results of water samples are for private land owner/operator use only. The water test is free, and confidential, no results will be saved. Results are simply a snapshot in time of nutrient levels and can vary greatly depending on the time of year, temperature, rainfall, and crop and in-field practices.

When collecting samples keep in mind that a measurement of flow (the volume of water leaving a site) would help determine the total nutrient loading into a body of water. Also, an additional measurement of acres being drained would help determine the pounds per acre leaving the field.

Sample Collection Instructions:

• Sample containers should be clean and free of any residual chemicals or detergents.

• Water samples need to be at least 8 ounces.

• Samples should be taken as close to the testing time as possible (preferably within 48hrs).

• Samples should be kept refrigerated if not being tested immediately.

For more information about the test and additional testing sites visit: http://www.illinoiscbmp.org/Water-Testing/ or contact Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

BVHS Plant Sale

April 29th, May 6th, and May 13th 8 a.m. to Noon

Location: Bureau Valley High School Greenhouse

Annuals, Perennials, Grasses, Hanging Baskets, Vegetables, & Herbs

For more information contact: Mr. Lucas Schultz at lschultz@bureauvalley.net
Mrs. Ann Ledergerber at aledergerber@bureauvalley.net
Or Call BVHS at 815-445-4004

Come take a FREE test drive in a brand new Ford to help BVHS raise up to $6,000

Prescott Brothers of Princeton is bringing Ford Motor Company’s Drive 4 UR School program to the BV community. For every person who takes a test-drive in a Ford vehicle during our event being held on Saturday, May 13th from 8:00 am until 2:00 pm, Ford Motor Company will donate $20 to Bureau Valley High School. In total, as much as $6,000 could be raised! The drivers must be at least 18 years of age with a valid drivers license. Test drives are limited to one per address, with each test drive lasting around 5 minutes. Drivers will be asked to fill out a short survey about their driving experience. The event will feature many vehicles from Ford’s impressive line-up. Prescott Brothers is planning on bringing at least eight vehicles, with six of them being trucks or SUVs. Dealership staff on site will be able to assist with all Ford vehicles and provide additional information about each vehicle available for test-drive.

At this event, funds will go toward the BVHS Renaissance Program for incentives, rewards, conferences, and more. Renaissance will also be letting drivers select one other BVHS organization or club for a portion of the $20 to be donated towards. By taking a simple, free test-drive, you can support these programs and help Bureau Valley High School in a meaningful way! “We know funding for school programs is hard to come by, and we want to do our part to help make sure these programs remain available,” said Jeff Seitz, sales manager at Prescott Brothers of Princeton. “We’re excited to raise money for the Renaissance Program and other organizations at BVHS.”

There will be many other fundraising events being held on Saturday, May 13th at BVHS as well. Science will be hosting a plant sale from 8:00 am- 12:00 pm. The FFA will be hosting a car wash, cost $5 for a wash or $7 for a wash and dry. Varsity Club will be hosting a garage sale featuring old BVHS athletic wear and VHS game tapes. Track will be hosting a pie in the face; 1 pie for $3, 2 pies for $5, and people will be able to choose the member of the track team that they would like to pie. Yearbook will be hosting a bake sale and selling old copies of BVHS yearbooks. Yearbooks between 1996-2009 will be $20 a copy and 2010-2016 will be $30 a copy.

Please mark your calendars and invite family, friends and neighbors to join in supporting Bureau Valley High School and your local community!

Benefit for Patty Puckett, who suffered a stroke in December of 2016, to help with medical expenses.

Tickets $15.00

Chicken and spaghetti dinner, “all you can eat” with sides. drink, and dessert.

Silent auction from 5-8 pm, Live auction starts at 7:30 pm.

50/50 drawing, cash bar, music and dancing

For more info:

Tamara Foster 815-915-6031

Carol Schauer 815-878-1419

Cindy Declue 815-875-4704

Princeton High School Baccalaureate is May 14

PRINCETON –Bureau County Pastors are sponsoring a Baccalaureate Service for the Princeton High School Class of 2017 and for their families and friends. The Baccalaureate is Sunday, May 14, at 5 pm in the Princeton High School auditorium.

The service includes speakers from the Class of 2017, music, Bible readings and prayer as well as a keynote address from Zach Smith.  Zach is a PHS graduate, currently teaches at Logan Junior High, and is a regular volunteer with Young Life’s WyldLife program.  The Princeton High School Concert Choir will share “The Lord Bless You” at the end of the service.

The Baccalaureate is optional for students.  The Bureau County pastors hope the graduates along with their families and friends attend this time of celebration and commissioning for the Class of 2017.  Princeton High School is located at 103 South Euclid.  For more information call 815-875-2124 or 815-879-6491 or 815-915-8229 or 815-878-5874.

From Illinois Valley Community College’s Community Relations Office, (815) 224-0465

Illinois Valley Community College’s student directors and their casts will present their work at “Director Showcase” at 7 p.m. Monday, May 15 in the Cultural Centre“Director Showcase”. The event is free and the public is welcome to attend.

Students enrolled in “Directing for the Theatre,” taught by instructor Don Grant Zellmer, each picked a 20-30 minute one-act play to direct with an open call for auditions so the student directors could cast their shows. As they met to rehearse, Zellmer observed and met with them for discussion.

The class is made up of community members and students Ashley Hurst and Matt Boehm of Peru, Chad Brokaw of Princeton and Karen Lesman of La Salle.

“This course is a relatively new addition to the theatre department with the first offering just this past fall. It gives our students firsthand experience as a director of a production. It’s a great experience for them and a significant enhancement to our theatre program,” said Zellmer.

Princeton Moose Lodge Bingo Night – 1st & 3rd Tuesdays. Doors open at 5 with sandwiches available. Call 879-5261 for info

Illinois Valley Community College’s Continuing Education Office is offering “CNA Instructor Train the Trainer” (CPD-3527-106) from Monday, June 19 through Friday, July 28.

The Trainer the Trainer and Alzheimer’s portions of this course will consist of five weeks of online instruction. Students will spend time completing readings, discussion postings, and assignments.

The Approved Evaluator Workshop Skills portion is in a face-to-face format requiring one day on campus Thursday, July 20 for skills practice and successful return demonstrations.

Cost is $599 and a textbook is required. Deadline to register for the course is Monday, June 12. Call (815) 224-0427 to register.

Free Water Testing for Nitrates

The Bureau County Farm Bureau, has teamed up with Nutrient Stewardship of Northern Illinois to host free water testing open house days for private landowners and operators. Each Friday, an open house from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. will be held at the Bureau County Farm Bureau, 535 Elm Place, in Princeton.

Tested water can be collected from field tiles, streams or ponds. The testing and results of water samples are for private land owner/operator use only. The water test is free, and confidential, no results will be saved. Results are simply a snapshot in time of nutrient levels and can vary greatly depending on the time of year, temperature, rainfall, and crop and in-field practices.

When collecting samples keep in mind that a measurement of flow (the volume of water leaving a site) would help determine the total nutrient loading into a body of water. Also, an additional measurement of acres being drained would help determine the pounds per acre leaving the field.

Sample Collection Instructions:

• Sample containers should be clean and free of any residual chemicals or detergents.

• Water samples need to be at least 8 ounces.

• Samples should be taken as close to the testing time as possible (preferably within 48hrs).

• Samples should be kept refrigerated if not being tested immediately.

For more information about the test and additional testing sites visit: http://www.illinoiscbmp.org/Water-Testing/ or contact Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

On Saturday May 20th, kites of all shapes and sizes will be soaring in the skies over historic Bishop Hill. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. approximately a dozen kites, some over 40 feet long, will be flying over the Summer Cottage, located at 507 Lindstrom Street in the northeast corner of Bishop Hill. Tony and Ann Killip, from Wataga, IL, are the proud owners of these kites and have participated in twelve or more kite festivals each year.

This kite show is free and open to public, courtesy of the Summer Cottage and Our Kites Fly. The rain date will be Sunday May 21. The types of kites flown will depend on the weather conditions. For more details, call 309 927-3359.

A sports physical clinic will be held at Bureau Valley High School on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 for all Bureau Valley incoming seventh, eighth, sophomores, juniors and seniors.  Incoming fifth grade boys participating in JFL may also attend this clinic.  Area doctors are providing the community service for any Bureau Valley student who needs the required sports physical.  This clinic is NOT for incoming sixth grade students or incoming freshman students as they need a complete school physical.  Clinic times are as follows: Seniors arrive at 5:00pm, Juniors arrive at 5:15pm, Sophomores arrive at 5:30pm, Eighth grade arrive at 5:45pm, Seventh grade arrives at 6:00pm, Fifth grade arrives at 6:15pm.

Students need to sign up and pick up a sports physical form from the school office.  They MUST bring the completed form, including a parent’s signature and $10.00 the night of the clinic, or bring a parent with them.  Sports physical forms can also be found on the school website. Note:  IHSA and IESA rules do not recognize or accept physicals from chiropractors.

Democrat Meeting
I.V.D. Illinois Valley Democrats
Thursday May 25th 2017
DePue VFW  – DePue, Illinos
7:00 PM Start

Free Water Testing for Nitrates

The Bureau County Farm Bureau, has teamed up with Nutrient Stewardship of Northern Illinois to host free water testing open house days for private landowners and operators. Each Friday, an open house from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. will be held at the Bureau County Farm Bureau, 535 Elm Place, in Princeton.

Tested water can be collected from field tiles, streams or ponds. The testing and results of water samples are for private land owner/operator use only. The water test is free, and confidential, no results will be saved. Results are simply a snapshot in time of nutrient levels and can vary greatly depending on the time of year, temperature, rainfall, and crop and in-field practices.

When collecting samples keep in mind that a measurement of flow (the volume of water leaving a site) would help determine the total nutrient loading into a body of water. Also, an additional measurement of acres being drained would help determine the pounds per acre leaving the field.

Sample Collection Instructions:

• Sample containers should be clean and free of any residual chemicals or detergents.

• Water samples need to be at least 8 ounces.

• Samples should be taken as close to the testing time as possible (preferably within 48hrs).

• Samples should be kept refrigerated if not being tested immediately.

For more information about the test and additional testing sites visit: http://www.illinoiscbmp.org/Water-Testing/ or contact Bureau County Farm Bureau at 815-875-6468.

Wyanet Boy Scouts will host a cookout at the Wyanet Locker (218 Railroad St, ) from 10:30 am  – 1 pm.

Serving ribeye and butterfly chop sandwiches, pork burgers, brats, hot dogs, with chips and soda.

A free concert will take place in Darius Miller Park in Princeton, IL at the caboose hosted by Second Story Teen Center,on May 27th from 5:30 pm-11 pm. All ages are welcome, young or old. If we get 200 people, the owner Jeff VanAutreve will be dressed up as a girl by our own teen, Claire Schillaci. So please invite your friends and family, and also it would be gladly appreciated if you all would share this event. The Bands will be coming from Oklahoma, Wisconsin, Georgia, Missouri, and a local artist from Walnut, IL. Come and join us on this fun concert event.