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First Christian Church Trunk or Treat
2022-10-31 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Join the First Christian Church, 514 North Sunny Lane for their Trunk or Treating event. Candy. Hayrack rides. Hotdogs.

Village of Kirkwood Trick or Treating
2022-10-31 17:30 - 20:00

3rd Annual Kirkwood Fire Trunk-or-Treat
2022-10-31 17:30 - 20:00
Join the Kirkwood Fire Department for a Trunk-or-Treating event at the firehouse. The department will also be handing out hotdogs while supplies last. Other community members and first responders will also be set up passing out treats.

City of Monmouth Trick or Treating Hours
2022-10-31 17:30 - 20:00
Annual Trick or Treating event at the Monmouth Fire Station will also coincide with City of Monmouth hours.

Village of Stronghurst Trick or Treating
2022-10-31 17:30 - 19:30

Monmouth Evening Lions Club Trunk or Treat
2022-10-31 17:30 - 19:00
Annual Monmouth Evening Lions Club Halloween Event Monmouth Fire Department at the north fire station October 31, 2022 5:30-7pm Hot dogs, chips, water, candy and treat bags Stop by and see us!

City of Galesburg Trick or Treating Hours
2022-10-31 17:00 - 20:00

The Rocky Horror Picture Show
2022-10-29 22:00
At the Historic and Spooky Orpheum Theatre. Doors open at 10 pm. Costume contest at 11 pm. Screening of the show at midnight. Adults 18 and older can attend. $10 tickets in advance. $12 at the door.

Village of Little York Trick or Treating
2022-10-29 17:00 - 19:00

WCHM Scarecrow from Scratch
2022-10-29 14:00
Build a scarecrow from scratch at the Warren County History Museum. Straw will be provided, but please bring your own supplies to create your scarecrow. Free and open to the public. A special guest judge will be awarding prizes.

WIAR Happy Howloween 5K and 1 Mile Walk
2022-10-29 12:00 - 16:00
Please join on Saturday, October 29, 2022 for the annual Howloween Run. There will be a 5k run/walk along with a 1 mile Fun Walk. Well behaved pets on leashes are welcome to come. Both races will start and finish at WIAR. There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places finishes in the 5K for Men, Women and Children. There will also be a prize for the 1st dog across the finish line.
After the race, join for refreshments, prize presentation and a costume party for the kids and dogs. There will be prizes for the best child costume and best dog costume. A photo backdrop will be set up for pictures.
5K Registration fee $25 before October 15, 2022- $30 after October 16,2022
1Mile Registration fee $20 before October 15, 2022- $25 after October 16, 2022
Early registration must be received by October 15, 2022 to guarantee your t-shirt on race day.
Sign up at WIAR Rescue.

Prescription Drug Take Back Day
2022-10-29 10:00 - 12:00
Where: Galesburg Public Safety Bldg.
150 S. Broad St. Galesburg, IL. 61401
The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs. Last October, an estimated total weight of 744,082 lbs. was collected nationwide!

Trick or Treat on the Monmouth Downtown Square
2022-10-29 10:00
Show off your costume and trick or treat at local business. Start at the Warren County Public Library to hear a story and then enjoy tricking or treating on the square. This is a free event for children of all ages and their guardians.

Trick or Treat on the Square in Monmouth
2022-10-29 10:00
The Warren County Public Library will host a Trick or Treating event during their weekly Storey Time around the Square in Downtown Monmouth.

9th Annual Halloween Hustle 5K Run/Walk
2022-10-29 09:00
Cost: $25 (includes t-shirt & runners bib)
Location: Starting line at Oquawka Track
(Located on the corner of 8th and Knox, next to Faith Bible Church)
Time: 9:00 am

How to Register:
1. Register & pay online by visiting Eagle View Community Health System – Run for the Health of It – Halloween Hustle registration information at GetMeRegistered.com

OR
2. Click here for a printable registration form that can be mailed with payment to:
Eagle View Community Health System
Attn: Emily Higgins
P.O Box 198
Oquawka, IL 61469
Please make all checks out to: Eagle View Community Health System

Warren County History Museum: Fractured Spirits
2022-10-29
Event will discuss hauntings at the Peoria State Hospital with Sylvia Shults.

Knox County YMCA Childwatch Halloween Party
2022-10-28 16:00 - 19:00
We will hold our annual Childwatch Halloween Party on Friday, October 28th from 4-7pm in the McBride Gym!! This event is for 10 years and under. This is FREE for members and $5 per child for non-members. No registration is required. Parents can drop kids off, but MUST stay on Y property. We hope to see your kid(s) there!!

Take Charge: Chronic Disease Self-Management Plan
2022-10-27 13:00 - 15:30
This is a 6 week virtual series begins October 27 and will take place each Thursday through December 8. (No class on Holiday, November 24). Participants will learn to thrive, not just survive with your ongoing health conditions. Discover healthy ways to live with chronic conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, heart disease and others. Find practical ways to deal with pain and fatigue, discover better nutrition and exercise choices, understand treatment choices, and learn better ways to talk with your doctors and family about your health.

Business Before Hours
2022-10-27 07:30 - 09:00
Join members of the Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce during their Business Before Hours event at the new Orange Cup Java Station Side Hustle. Event is sponsored by the Regional Office of Education.

First Lutheran Church Halloween Fun Night
2022-10-26 18:00 - 19:00
First Lutheran Church Halloween Fun Night Located in the basement fellowship room of the church itself 116 S B St Monmouth October 26, 2022 6-7pm Experience the fun of Halloween without being too scary Crafts, Snacks, Games, and more! Don’t forget your costume!

Courtyard Estates Trick or Treating
2022-10-26 18:00 - 19:00
Come dressed in your favorite costume and participate in Courtyard Estates of Monmouth Halloween Contest. Best costume will win a $25 gift card. For ages three and older.

Bereavement Support Group
2022-10-26 17:30 - 19:00
Four consecutive Wednesdays. October 26th – Getting to Know You. November 2nd – Understanding the Grief Process. November 9th – Developing Realistic Memories. November 16th – Healing for the Holidays. Events are free and open to the public and will be held at OSF Holy Family Medical Center, use the west side door. For more information or to RSVP, call Doug Gibb at 309-342-3007.

Midwest Bank Customer Appreciation Cookout
2022-10-26 11:00 - 13:00
Stop by the Midwest Bank branch on Seminary Street in Galesburg for a Customer Appreciation Cookout. Serving hamburgers, hotdogs, porkchops, chips, drink, and a cookie.

Strom Center's 3rd Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest
2022-10-26
All seniors, Strom staff, and disabled persons in Warren and Henderson Counties are invited to participate. Entries are due by noon on October 26th. Awards will be given to top three favorites, which voting ends at 3 pm October 31st.

Understanding and Teaching Children Affected by Poverty Training
2022-10-25 08:00 - 15:30
In-person training at the Thomas Legacy Center, 1849 North Seminary Street in Galesburg. This training is designed for educators and community members who wish to build a deeper understanding of the needs of children and families affected by poverty. 6.5 educator PD, LCPC, SW, and RN CEU’s offered. Register at http://bit.ly/roe33poverty.

West Central FAFSA Informational Night
2022-10-24 17:30 - 19:00
A reminder that FAFSA night is Monday, October 24th from 5:30-7pm at the High School.

The FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid for students who are planning to attend a trade school or college after graduation.

Carl Sandburg College will be here walking you through the application step by step, so you can complete this application and know it is done correctly! Here are things you need to bring to complete the application:
*Social security numbers
*Federal Tax Information (or tax returns)
*Records of un-taxed income
*Cash, Savings, and Checking account balances
*Investments (other than the home in which you live)

Please remember this is a graduation requirement now. This means either this form Has to be filled out, or the Non-participation form has to be completed and signed. This has to be done by April 1, 2023.

If your senior is graduating early, it must be done by December 1, 2022.
There will be light refreshments available.

OSF Holy Family Diabetes Support Group
2022-10-24 17:00
OSF Holy Family Medical Center – Wellness Classroom, 1000 W. Harlem Avenue Monmouth, IL 61462. Instructor: Tina Canada. Topic will be exercise.

Name That Tune Trivia Night
2022-10-22 17:30
Held at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Fremont Street in Galesburg. $10 per person and up to 10 per team. 50/50 drawing. Pre-register at cptfire@comcast.net. All proceeds benefit the Great Balloon Race in Galesburg. Doors open at 5:30 pm. Trivia begins at 7 pm.

Knox County Humane Society 3rd Annual Doggie Car Ride
2022-10-22 11:00 - 13:00
Celebrate the love of pets by taking your for a car ride. Drive around the Knox County Humane Society shelter. This year’s theme is Halloween. All pets are welcome.

St. James A.M.C. Bake Sale
2022-10-22 09:00 - 13:00
St. James A.M.C. church will be set up at Save A Lot in Monmouth and also the Casey’s on South Main Street for a bake sale open to the entire public.
