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Downtown Pontiac was awarded The Lieutenant Governor Revitalization Recognition for Outstanding Design. The recognition highlights projects, activities and events Illinois Main Street communities create and implement to advance successful work in Design, Organization, Economic Vitality and Promotions. Additionally, recognitions honor outstanding volunteers for their involvement in revitalizing their community through their Main Street Program. On […]

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TONIGHT’S (June 24, 2021) Cielito Lindo Family Folk Music CONCERT IS MOVED TO The Eagle Performing Arts & Conference Center, 319 N Plum! It is still free and open to the public.  We have chairs set up and Lola’s will be here with their yummy food and Kiwanis will be set up with some goodies as well. We will be […]

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Downtown Pontiac is kicking off spring with March Mellow Days March 12-13, 2021! Participating retailers throughout the downtown district will be offering special promotions, deals, and celebrating the warmer weather that is (hopefully) here to stay! During this event the Easter Bunny will be on Block 59 (just south of the historic courthouse) for pictures […]

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Do you have or do you know someone who has a passion or an idea for making, creating, or curating retail products? Maybe it’s time to test the waters! Market 59 is just the place before deciding to move into a storefront location.  Market 59 is an innovative approach to complement our downtown shops, restaurants, […]

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That’s right! Most of our small businesses are closed one day per week (and some even more) so we’re down to 17 in person shopping days until Christmas Eve. Check out our Holiday Gift Guide to see which stores have websites you can use to shop 24/7 all season long (but if you choose to […]

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Without spending a cent! Now more than ever it is important to shop small and shop locally, supporting our small businesses. But purchasing isn’t the only way to show your support. The items below can all help boost a business and won’t cost you a penny. Leave a review! Did you have a good experience […]

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Holiday shopping season, that is! Independent retailers throughout Pontiac are kicking off the holiday season Friday and Saturday November 6-7 with the annual Jolly Trolley Retail Event; the perfect way to embrace the holiday spirit. Walk from shop to shop as you find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list (or just for yourself, […]

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A local favorite, Chocolate Fall Fantasy offers delicious chocolate whips for sale at participating retailers for only $3. In addition to a delicious chocolate and caramel treat, each whip offers an extra surprise: either a coupon to a participating retailer OR a golden ticket redeemable for a gift certificate bundle. We encourage you to open […]

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The Downtown Farmers’ Market will switch to its fall hours beginning Saturday, September 12. At that time the market will open at 8:00 AM and run through 12:00 PM or until sold out. The market will continue to run every Saturday on the courthouse lawn through the end of October. We ask everyone to please […]

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2020 Rockin’ at the River SAFELY with Libido Funk Circus…Humiston Riverside Park Bandshell (612W. Water Street in Pontiac, IL)…FREE, ALL-AGES, OUTDOOR event…. www.facebook.com/rockinattheriverpontiac …show time is from 7-9PM! We are so excited to bring a free concert to Humiston-Riverside Park Bandshell on Saturday, August 22nd from 7:00-9:00 with LIBIDO FUNK CIRCUS! Like all things 2020, […]

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