This weekend in Decatur, IL

Mercy Market celebrates local growers, makers, and creators with a lively mix of offerings and community spirit. Browse locally raised meats, fresh produce, baked treats, beverages, and handmade art while enjoying live music. Families will find kid-friendly fun throughout the season, including monthly bounce houses and other activities. A dedicated LINK booth enables guests to use a LINK card to receive tokens for purchases at this market as well as at the Downtown Decatur Farmers Market and the Richland Farmers Market. Each dollar swiped is matched with coupons for fresh produce, helping stretch food budgets and support access to healthy, local options. Vendors and selections rotate from week to week, so every visit offers something new.

Mississippi native Zach Rushing steps onstage with blunt, big-hearted storytelling built on hard work and straight talk. Known for voicing what many are thinking, he mixes quick, cutting observations with relatable tales from real life. His rise spans stand-up comedy, viral social media moments, and the Not-So-Rich-And-Famous Tour, and his punchlines keep the laughter going long after the stories wrap. Expect an unapologetic, honest performance that feels personal and packed with laughs.

The Agape Ringers, a selective handbell ensemble recognized for energetic, precise performances, bring a lively and varied program that includes Clair de Lune, Slavonic Dance, original handbell works Nocturnal Fantasy and Overdrive, and Broadway selections For Good and Defying Gravity. Sixteen musicians perform on more than 200 handbells and chimes, weaving together classical favorites, sacred pieces, and popular tunes in a program designed to engage listeners. Under the direction of founding member KC Congdon, the ensemble has shared its beautifully crafted presentations with audiences throughout North America and beyond, highlighting the artistry and versatility of handbell music.