In This Issue:
* When To Water Outdoor Plants
* Combat Lawn Problems
* Craftsman Tool of the Month
* Hot Item of the Month
* Community Events
* Monthly Coupon
* Season Ending Sales
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You can also click any of the store pictures below to go to the store website.
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214 North Walnut
Springfield, IL 62702
217-528-5673
Manager: Gerardo Campos |
900 West Morton
Jacksonville, IL 62650
217-245-9563
Manager: Lori Beck |
1713 Spresser
Taylorville, IL 62568
217-824-3325
Manager: Shirley Niethe |
1600 Wabash
Springfield, IL 62704
217-787-5100
Manager: Robert Chellios |
204 East College
Normal, IL 61761
309-454-5413
Manager: Kelly Warning |
207 West Main
Havana, IL 62644
309-543-2638
Manager: Heather McGlothin |
111 East 1st North
Carlinville, IL 62626
217-854-2564
Manager: Chad Strubbe |
521 North Kickapoo
Lincoln, IL 62656
217-735-1458
Manager: JR Bailey |
1200 North Main
Chatham, IL 62629
217-483-4085
Manager: Brock Bailey |
300 Springfield
Hillsboro, IL 62049
217-532-6677
Manager: Kristel White |
203 Livingston
Pontiac, IL. 61764
815-842-2966
Manager: Tina Hammer |
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Dear ,
Thank you for opening our July newsletter. Now that we are well into Summer we have some great outdoor articles to assist you in completing your Summer "To-Do List".
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George W. Preckwinkle and Lucy E. Bagot
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When to water outdoor plants
Most plants want moist (but not soggy) soil around their roots all the time. In the spring, too frequent and too shallow watering makes roots rise to the top of the soil for moisture; this discourages deep root growth and leads to survival problems during hot summer months.
For the rest of the article:
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How To Combat Common Lawn Problems
When it comes to your lawn, the biggest problem you should have to face this summer is getting your kids to actually mow it once in a while.
Just like a car, regular maintenance is the first step in avoiding serious lawn problems. This involves fertilizing, generally four or five times per year with annual programs from your local Ace Hardware. Frequent mowings to maintain grass height between 2"and 3"will also keep your lawn healthy.
If blights do strike your lawn, however, here is the battle plan that will return it to glory:
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Featured Craftsman Tool of Month
19.2-volt C3 Cordless Drill
Power, speed and versatility combine in this Craftsman 3/8" Drill. With a powerful 19.2 Volt battery featuring a variable speed motor, this drill has the versatility to drill at low speeds and high speeds. It has an ergonomic handle with comfort grip. You can work longer with less effort. 24 torque settings, Forward/Reverse, Electric brake, 1-hour Charger, bubble level and fully assembled. |
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HOT ITEM's OF THE MONTH
All Your Pool Needs!
 Pool Chlorine, Algaecides, Filter Sand, Pool Salt, Shock, Filters, Pool Test Kits, Skimmers, Toys, Chemicals and more. |
Community Events
In the Normal area, Friends of the Normal Public Library will be having their Book Sale on Saturday & Sunday July 30 & 31st at the Normal Public Library. Visit the below link for more details:
Jacksonville is having their Downtown Farmers Market on Wednesday's at 4:00pm. Full details at the below link:
In Springfield on Adams Street between 5th & 2nd Streets; is the Old Capitol Farmer's Market which features a wide variety of fresh produce, cheese, bakery items, plants, spices, meats and other specialty items; open Wednesdays and Saturdays 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Also includes local artisans, entertainment and chef demonstrations (schedule TBA). More info available at the below link:
In Taylorville the Christian County Fair is July 12 - 17 and the 2011 Barbacue Blues & Cruise Festival is the 29th & 30th at the Christian County Fairgrounds. More details at the below link:
Havana's 9th Annual Riverfront Car Show and Cruise will be held August 12th & 13th at Riverfront Park. more details at the below link:
Carlinville Christmas Market Foundation has extended the deadline for the "2011 Holiday Traditions" recipe book to July 15th. You can email your recipe to info@carlinvillechristmasmarket.com or visit the below link for additional information:
Also in Carlinville, tickets for the August 12, 13, and 14 buffett dinner and "Shakespeare Comes to Gravel Gulch' are now on sale at The Book Shelf, Michelle's Pharmacy, and the Public Library all in Carlinville.
Carlinville Chamber of Commerce events are July 28th - July 30th Sidewalk Sales, July 29th Rotary Ice Cream Social, July 30th 'Dog Days of Summer Dog Show, August 6th Route 66 Car Show, August 6th City-Wide Yard Sales & CCCC Annual Event.
And lastly in Carlinville, the Macoupin county Fair is July 18 - 23 at the Macoupin County Fairgrounds on Route 4 just North of Carlinville.
The Lincoln Art and Balloon Festival is being held on August 26th - August 28th at the Airport in Logan County.
The Olde Tyme Tractor Show in Hillsboro will be held July 16th & 17th at Lake Hillsboro Park.
The Chatham Sweetcorn Festival is being held on July 15th & 16th at Chatham Community Park.
The Chatham Friends of the Library will be have the "Friends' Sweet Corn Book & Bake Sale" Saturday, July 16th 9:00am - 3:00pm in conjunction with the Sweetcorn Festival. Bargain sale of $2.00 a bag begins at 2:00pm.
The Grand Opening of the Pontiac-Oakland Auto Museum will be July 21th & 24th.
Also in Pontiac at the Pontiac Public Library the adult book club meets the first Monday of every month at 6pm.
At the Springfield Muni Opera the show "Hairspray" will be July 22-24 & 27-31. All performances start at 8:30pm.
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Monthly Coupon
Free Paper Towel Roll with $10.00 Purchase. Limit 1
SKU 6162044
UPC# 80035442
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| Offer valid July 1 - July 31, 2011 | |
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Check out our Patio Clearance Sale and Plant Sale in all our stores
Styles vary by store
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One of Central Illinois largest selections of plants. | |
