Guess Who is Coming to Central Illinois?

That’s Right!

WASHINGTON —

Sarah Palin is coming to Five Points Washington on April 17.

The former vice presidential candidate and Alaska governor turned best-selling author and political commentator will be the first speaker in Five Points’ “Lessons from Leaders” series.

“You Don’t Need a Title To Make a Difference” is the topic of Palin’s 8:15 p.m. talk in the 1,000-seat Caterpillar Performing Arts Center.

Palin’s speech is expected to last for about 30 minutes. After her address, she’ll hold a 30-minute question-and-answer session with questions submitted in advance by audience members.

Prior to the Palin’s speech, she’ll be the guest of honor at a 7 p.m. banquet and private reception.

Ticket prices range from $75 to $200. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Five Points capital projects fund and provide scholarships for area students.

Five Points officials and Washington Mayor Gary Manier are ecstatic about landing Palin as the kickoff speaker for the series.

During a news conference Monday at Five Points, a black curtain was dramatically lifted off a poster announcing Palin’s speech.

“Our goal with this series is to bring in nationally known speakers once or twice a year to talk about what leadership means to them, and we’ve certainly done that with Gov. Palin,” said Sherril West, president of the board of directors that operates Five Points.

“Whether or not you voted for Gov. Palin in 2008, this is a home run for our city to get her to come here,” Manier said.

Emphasis mine.

I give up. I live in an insignificant, two-bit hick area.

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