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Out and About
A weekly spotlight on arts activities in Central Illinois. Out and About is made possible in part by PNC Financial Services and a grant from the Illinois Arts Council.

Brimfield Public Library’s Local Author Fair

WCBU | By Mae Gilliland Wright
Published March 5, 2026 at 11:47 AM CST
The image features a photo of Marketing and Outreach Coordinator Chip Joyce of the Brimfield Public Library District with a quote of “Celebrating Local Authors” as well as icons for various podcast platforms.
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On this week’s episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Chip Joyce, Marketing and Outreach Coordinator for the Brimfield Public Library District, about the library’s Local Author Fair. Taking place Saturday, March 21, the event brings together two dozen Central Illinois writers representing genres from mystery and romance to nonfiction and children’s literature. Families can also enjoy the “Book Bonanza” story time and craft event while parents browse and meet local authors. The fair runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Brimfield Public Library and is free to attend.
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Mae Gilliland Wright is the host of WCBU's Out & About.
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