events

The information below pertains to last year's show. It is left in place to illustrate the kinds of events we typically feature. Planning for 2020 is a work in progress. The 2020 schedule of events will be posted mid to late June.

Back in 2019 - Soybean adventure

Illinois has festivals for many well-known products such as corn, strawberries, rhubarb, horseradish, roses, pumpkins and wine to name a few. Why not soybeans? Illinois has been the top producer 4 out of the last 5 years. It is time to give soybeans the recognition they too deserve!

The Soybean Adventure will be 9am to 3pm at the show. Come and discover the many products made from soybeans. Learn a lot of facts about soybean farming.

The Soybean Adventure hosted by Waterman-Shabbona Business Association in partnership with Waterman Lions Club Summerfest and Antique Tractor & Truck Show.

Returning in 2019 - Guest announcer Max Armstrong

In over three decades of agriculture broadcasting, Max has originated broadcasts from all 50 states and 30 different foreign nations. He has twice received the Oscar In Agriculture and has been awarded the highest honors by the National Agri-Marketing Association, the American Agricultural Editors Association and the National Association of Farm Broadcasters. In 2002 he was given the highest civilian honor presented by the Governor of Indiana, the “Sagamore Of The Wabash” recognition. Max grew up on a farm in the Wabash Valley of Indiana.

The Amazing Tim Adamz - 2019 Kid's Show

The 2019 kids stage show sponsored by the Clinton Township Library will feature The Amazing Tim Adamz. "You will never hear kids laugh like this anywhere else! From start to finish, young audiences are engaged and entertained by Tim's silly antics, amazing magic and extensive use of audience participation."

The Beaux 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.

The Relics 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Whiskey Romance 8:00 - 11:30 p.m.