Monticello Bootcamp is an aggressive, 5-week program designed to inspire, educate and enhance the opportunities for past, current and upcoming entrepreneurs. Those interested and eligible are invited to participate in a business plan competition for a $5,000 grant (pending funding) towards opening their own business or purchasing an existing business in downtown Monticello.
Who can attend?
The program is open to the public, regardless of residency or plans to open a business. Participation is free.
When are classes held?
Classes are held Tuesdays from 6-9 pm at the Livingston Center, Monticello. Classes include time to work on business plans and receive assistance as needed from speakers. Those interested and eligible will present their business plans to a panel of judges on May 18th for the grant opportunity.
How to register?
Individuals can register online by visiting monticellobootcamp.com, or by contacting Callie McFarland, City of Monticello, 217-762-2583, or Shelly Crawford-Stock, Monticello Main Street, 217-762-9318. There is no fee to participate.
Classes begin Tuesday, April 13, and run thru May 18th. Space is limited so register today!
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Last but not least...Ziemer Gallery will be participating in 2025 Reds of Christmas this year! Carol has been a staple of our event over the years, and we are thrilled they will be in one last Reds of Christmas! We certainly hope people will swing by to enjoy the beautiful artwork, but also to tell Carol THANK YOU for her hard work and efforts over the years! Ziemer Gallery and Carol will be missed in our downtown!
Ziemer Gallery's last day will be November 30th Noon-4pm.
We are down to under 25 tickets...so get them while you can!
This event is a fundraiser for Monticello Main Street. Monticello Main Street is a 501c3 organization, celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026, dedicated to historic preservation and strengthening our community's economic growth. Learn more at our website!
We need some help to do all the fun things around town in the next few weeks...if you could help, we'd sure appreciate it!
Please share and tag people that you know would want to help us!!
Be sure to swing up into one of our event spaces, The Moore Building Ballroom while you are toodling around on 2025 Reds of Christmas!! There will be information available about rental and you will get to see the beautiful space! Bonus...you can shop with Craft Haven, Pink Zebra, Gina Cripes Keepsakes, and Obrien's Gifts & Creations!!
Don't wait to grab tickets...their almost gone!
This event is a fundraiser for Monticello Main Street. Monticello Main Street is a 501c3 organization, celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026, dedicated to historic preservation and strengthening our community's economic growth. Learn more at our website!