Happy Friday! Today we want to recognize someone who serves our Mt. Vernon community and is sure to make any day brighter. Sheryl works at the Starbucks located inside Kroger. Besides being talented at whipping up your favorite drink, Sheryl takes the time to remember customer names and even their regular orders! Her friendly voice can be heard greeting you as soon as you walk in and her constant positive attitude is infectious. Sheryl goes above and beyond regular customer service and is a source of daily encouragement to her customers. Next time you go in Kroger, stop by Starbucks and meet a new friend, Sheryl! *Both Starbucks locations release their Holiday menu today and are offering a free reusable red cup with purchase while supplies last, today only! #starbucks #customerservice #enjoyillinois #enjoymtvernon

Want to find Holiday events in the Mt. Vernon region? Pick up our quarterly newsletter, Destination Mt. Vernon, at the Mt. Vernon Convention & Visitors Bureau or read it online at enjoymtvernon.com! #enjoymtvernon #holidayevents #seasonalevents #travel #tourism

Last week, the Mt. Vernon CVB had the pleasure of taking Illinois Office of Tourism Director, Cory Jobe on a tour of attractions and businesses in Mt. Vernon! Cory works to promote domestic and international travel to the state of Illinois. Thanks for visiting Mt. Vernon Cory! #enjoymtvernon #enjoyillinois #tourism

A fun evening at Mom and Son Night at the Park! Snacks, magic, photo booths, black lights, and bingo. Thank you to everyone who made this a memorable night!

The Midwest Herb and Garden Show is underway at the Times Square Mall today through Sunday! Find herbs, plants, noodles, soaps, garden art, delicious food and baked goods, and so much more! There are several opportunities to listen to speakers as well. Don’t miss one of the largest shows in Mt. Vernon!

Don’t miss the Midwest Herb and Garden Show February 9-11th!

Look what's happening this weekend in Mt. Vernon! You don't want to miss the 41st Annual Art & Craft Fair at Cedarhurst!

Come out to the Broadway Market 205 S. 7th St. from 4-8pm tonight for our Back to School Bash! We have fresh, affordable produce! Dental Safari will be here giving free dental screenings. Several local family and children agencies are holding a resource fair. Donate a school supply item for United Way's Stuff the Bus and be entered to win Cardinals tickets and other prizes! Music from 5-8 pm by Chris Slone. BBQ, kettle corn, and other local Illinois vendors. Come join the fun!

It was a beautiful night for fireworks and fun! Thank you for celebrating freedom with us at the Mt. Vernon Outland Airport!

Beautiful day for a ribbon cutting at the new Holiday Inn Express in Mt. Vernon! Thanks Mike Carbonaro for a tour of the beautiful facility!

The PawFest People Pound is still happening at the Convention & Visitors Bureau until 4 pm! Come enjoy refreshments while you raise a minimum of $50 to get out of the Pound. Proceeds go to Mama V's and Vet Your Pet.

Did you know that the Travel & Tourism industry supports the livelihood of 15 million Americans? 1 in 9 American jobs depend on travel. Happy National Travel & Tourism Week! #nttw17

It's almost time! Come on out from 8am-2pm for our first Market Days of the season! Lots of vendors: plants, fishing equipment, handmade items, baked goods, kettle corn and more!!!

CALLING ALL PET OWNERS! Capture a funny video of your pet and post across social media using the hashtag #MVPawfestFunnyPets. Submit your video by May 21st and you could win a prize! Mark your calendars for Mt. Vernon's Pawfest on June 4th at Veteran's Park!

Come to the Made in Mt. Vernon gift shop for The Southern Illinois Art Alliance reception this Friday, May 5th, from 5-7pm at the Mt. Vernon Convention & Visitors Bureau. All of these items are available to purchase and locally made! Refreshments will be provided.

Get advance tickets for only $12 until tomorrow at 5 pm! Contact the Mt. Vernon Convention Visitors Bureau at 618-242-3151 or stop by Damron Insurance for tickets. The Tellin Tales Comedy Tour is perfect for a family night, date night, or even girls night out! Don't miss these Branson headliners tomorrow right here in Mt. Vernon, IL!

Heartland Hook & Bullet Egg Hunt 2017! @rjlazertag

Juggling with fire🔥Just one of the many amazing and daring acts performed by the Great Benjamin's Circus this past weekend. Thanks for an exciting show! #greatbenjaminscircus #enjoyMtVernon

Mt. Vernon's own Rainbow The Clown enjoyed The Great Benjamin's Circus this weekend. Rainbow was at all the shows, greeting children and making us laugh. Thank you Great Benjamin's Circus and Mt. Vernon Festivals for a fun-filled weekend! #greatbenjaminscircus #enjoyMtVernon

The Circus is here and getting ready for the big weekend ahead! Don't miss out on this unique event! Bring the whole family tomorrow at 4:30 and 7:00pm and Sunday at 2:00 and 4:00pm. More info at www.benjaminscircus.com.

The Great Benjamins Circus is coming to Mt. Vernon this weekend! Bring the whole family! Circus tents will be located near the intersection of S 9th St. and Casey Ave. Showtimes are Saturday at 4:30 and 7:00 pm and Sunday at 2:00 and 4:30 pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 & under and seniors. Tickets may be purchased on site, online at www.benjaminscircus.com, or until 5:00 pm today at the Convention and Visitor's Bureau. See you there!