Hello, Athens

06/02/2026

Always a great time at VBS, check out the local options!

We’re rounding up dates for VBS camps in Menard County! There are many churches that host excellent camps for kids to learn and have fun this Summer. If we missed yours, let us know! See comments for registration details!

05/31/2026

See our friends at The Corner Cup during their new summer hours!

In case you missed it.....summer hours have begun!

Like and share this post and help us spread the word.

Follow us on Facebook for any last minute closures or to see us at events 🙂

05/27/2026

Garage sale weekend is almost here! ☀️

Stop by Justice Graphics this week to grab your official Athens City Wide Garage Sale flyer and get a jump start on shopping their clearance sale while you’re there, or purchase a garage sale sign!

They’re also a proud community sponsor of the sale map this year—thank you for helping make this event happen!

If you’re having a garage sale, drop your details in the comments:
• Address
• Days/Times
• A few featured items

Let’s help everyone plan their route for the weekend! 💚

05/23/2026

Fire up the grill this Memorial Day Weekend 🇺🇸🔥
Get 20% OFF your first order with code: JUGS20

Bold flavor. Real BBQ.

05/21/2026

No better way to say hello to Summer than by visiting The Corner Cup truck! Stop by today until 5:00 at the Athens Municipal Library and get a sweet start to summer ☀️

05/12/2026

Menard County—take advantage of this opportunity!

REMINDER: Our new website is launching SOON, and it has a beautiful page where we want to feature YOUR small business/organization with its own listing on our new website, completely free of charge.
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We have a simple, quick form for you to complete so that we can add your business to this easy to-use-and-find local directory!
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Please send us a quick message if you would like the link to the form (we are trying to avoid any spam responses, so we aren't posting it here)! We'd LOVE to get your info up and shared as soon as possible!!

05/07/2026

See you there!

🎉🎡 ATHENS GLORY DAYS STARTS TODAY! 🎡🎉

The wait is over… Glory Days is HERE! Join us tonight as we kick off an amazing weekend of fun at Athens Community Park!

📅 Thursday, May 8th

🕔 5 PM – Carnival Opens 🎟️
👉 Wristband Special from 5–9 PM!
🍻 Beer Pavilion Opens

🕕 6 PM – Ribbon Cutting Ceremony ✂️
Celebrate the start of the 5th Annual Athens Glory Days!

🕖 7 PM – Little Miss, Jr Miss & Miss Athens Pageant 👑

Bring the family, grab your friends, and come enjoy the first night of all the fun, food, rides, and entertainment!

Let’s kick off Athens Glory Days the right way! 💚

05/05/2026

Glory Days are here again! 💚

What are you most looking forward to this weekend? The parade is a fan favorite at our house!

🎉 Glory Days Festival is back May 7–9! Enjoy a fun-filled carnival, delicious food, exciting games, and live bands on Friday & Saturday nights. Bring your friends and family—there’s something for everyone! 🎶🍔🎡

05/04/2026

We love a whole host of Menard County businesses, and world love to see them on this post!

🌟 Calling all local Menard County businesses! 🌟

We’re starting something new here to help highlight everything happening in our community each week—and we’d love your input!

Please drop your weekly plans or updates in the comments below! Share things like:
• 🍔 Weekly food specials
• 🛍️ Sales or promotions
• ⏰ Hours for the week
• 📅 Upcoming events or happenings

We want this to be a go-to spot for locals and visitors alike to see what’s going on, so check back each Monday AM and share what is coming up this week!

Let’s support local and keep our community thriving! 🤝