SHELBYVILLE, IL. —
The Shelbyville Festival of Lights will begin Saturday, November 17, in Forest Park.
The lights will run from 6-9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 6-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, concluding December 30.
The annual soup supper will take place in the Shelby County Senior Citizens Center from 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 17. A great variety of soups, sandwiches, and desserts will be available. As always, the soup supper is by donation.
The Shelbyville Festival of Lights has become a great attraction for children of all ages and has brought visitors to Shelbyville from all over the Midwest. In addition, the festival continues to work closely with the Shelbyville High School welding and business classes.
The committee greatly appreciates the support of the community and looks forward to another great year. For more information about volunteering, sponsorship, or general inquires, please call Tad Mayhall at 246-3592.
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