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City of Galesburg Parks and Rec FISH Food Pantry Food Drive
2025-10-27 08:00 - 2025-11-14 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Lakeside Recreation Facility, 1033 South Lake Storey Road, Galesberg, IL, United States
Help support the community! Bring $2 worth of non-perishable food items to Lakeside Recreation Office 10/27 – 11/14, and get a $2 off coupon for our November 15 WiBit Swim. Most needed items are cereals, canned soups, rice, dried potatoes, oatmeal, and canned vegetables, including carrots, peas, and potatoes. Regular-sized cans are preferred. You may also bring your items to the WiBit Swim to get your coupon!

Calvary Baptist Church Annual Turkey Dinner Fundraiser
2025-11-06 11:00 - 18:00
All are invited to the annual Turkey Dinner Fundraiser at the Calvary Baptist Church in Monmouth, 1000 South 1st Street. Serving turkey with stuffing, sweet potatoes, gravy, cranberry sauce, and bread for a $15 donation. Walk-in, carryout, or delivery is available. For more information, call George at 309-973-6274.

Dine & Design Clay Creations with JCC's Senior Nutrition
2025-11-07 11:00
Those 60 and older that live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties are invited to join for a delicious meal and then get creative with clay at the Roseville Community Center. Lunch will be served at 11:00 am, which is a tuna melt on french bread, tater tots, asparagus, and plums or potato bar. A suggested donation of $3 is asked for the meal.

Dine & Fill in the Blanks with JCC's Senior Nutrition
2025-11-07 11:30
Those 60 and older that live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties are invited to join for a delicious meal followed by a fun round of crossword puzzles at Strom Center in Monmouth. Lunch will be served at 11:30 am, which is a tuna melt on french bread, tater tots, asparagus, and plums or potato bar. A suggested donation of $3 is asked for the meal.

Church Women United World Community Day Celebration
2025-11-07 12:00
November 7, 2025 is the Church Women United World Community Day Celebration for Monmouth and Vicinity ladies. It’s at 12:00 noon at Fairview Center Church, 1495 90th Street, Monmouth. There will be a luncheon at 12 (served by the CWU Board), 1:00 p.m. business meeting and 1:15 p.m. program. No reservations are needed. You may make a luncheon donation, which will go to Jamieson Center and Roseville Helping Hands. The program is “Choose Kindness/Be Kind At All Times”. Handicap Accessible by coming in the north door. Hope to see you there!

Nature At Night- Owl Prowl
2025-11-07 16:30 - 18:00 | Lakeside Recreation Facility, 1033 South Lake Storey Road, Galesberg, IL, United States
Learn tips on how to spot owls at the November Nature At Night hosted by the City of Galesburg Parks and Rec on Friday, November 7th, from 4:30 to 6pm at the Lakeside Nature Center Shelter.
The event is open to all ages and is $5 per person and $15 per family.
There are no guarantees you will see the owls, but the program has seen success in the past.

Second Saturdays Program: Letterboxing
2025-11-08 09:30 - 11:00 | Lakeside Nature Center, 1033 S Lake Storey Rd,, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Join for a free, family-friendly treasure hunt event at the Lakeside Nature Center on Saturday, November 8th, from 9:30 to 11 am. Follow clues, codes, and coordinates to find hidden boxes and leave your mark by signing the logbook with your own stamp!

Macomb Pumpkin Smash
2025-11-08 10:00 - 13:00 | Veterans Park, F9C3+XJ, 1800 E University Dr, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
On Friday, November 8, from 10 AM to 1 PM, head to Veterans Park in Macomb, IL, for a fun-filled event that benefits the planet. Instead of tossing old pumpkins in the trash, please give them a second life through composting at Illinois Extension’s fall community composting event.
Here’s how to take part:

Collect pumpkins from home, school, or work
Remove candles, paint, ribbons, and other non-organic materials
Smash them using tools provided—or toss them in the compost bin
All pumpkins will be transported to a composting facility

Community Harvest Meal
2025-11-09 11:30 - 13:00
The Westminster Presbyterian Church in Kirkwood is hosting a Community Harvest Meal for a freewill donation. Carryout meals also available.

West Central Middle School Veterans Day Program
2025-11-10 09:30
The West Central Middle School will host their Veterans Day Program beginning at 9:30 am. A free lunch will be served at the Stronghurst United Methodist Church by the American Legion Auxiliary following the conclusion of the program.

Find It After You Dine with JCC's Senior Nutrition
2025-11-10 11:30
Those 60 and older that live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties are invited to join for a tasty meal then settle for a relaxing Seek and Find activity at the Community Senior Citizens of Stronghurst. Lunch will be served at 11:30 am, which is a chef salad with HB egg, ham, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, breadstick, apple slices, or potato bar. A suggested donation of $3 is asked for the meal.

Monmouth American Legion's Annual Veterans Day Service
2025-11-11 09:45 - 11:00
Join the Monmouth American Legion and the VFW for the annual Veterans Day service, featuring Keynote Guest Lecturer Dr. Eugene Watkins, Executive Director of the Warren County History Museum. The Monmouth College Band will perform at 9:45 am with the program beginning at 10 am. Light refreshments will follow. You can also listen live on AM 1330/FM 95.7 WRAM and online at radiomonmouth.com for coverage of the program.

Free Veterans Day Meal at Papa's Bar & Grill
2025-11-11 10:30
Free Veterans Day meal at Papa’s Bar and Grill on Tuesday, November 11th. Features pulled pork, beans and cole slaw while supplies last. Courtesy of Lairs Collision Center and Papa’s Bar and Grill.

Stronghurst UMC Tuesday Night Out
2025-11-11 17:00 - 19:30
Join the Stronghurst UMC Church in the Fellowship Hall for Tuesday Night Out, featuring food and games, plus a free meal.

BCA's Old Friends Talk Art with Kent Kriegshauser
2025-11-12 10:00
Join in the Pattee Gallery 10am Wednesday, November 12 for this month’s Old Friends Talk Art with Kent Kriegshauser. Kent is this year’s Security Savings Bank Photography Show juror. This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. OFTA is sponsored in part by the Jim & Jan DeYoung Charitable Trust. See you in the gallery!

Monmouth-Roseville High School FAFSA Workshop Night
2025-11-12 18:00
FAFSA Night (#1) is soon approaching in the MRHS Auditorium. This workshop is offered twice a year for families to complete the FAFSA form for students seeking a 2 year, 4 year, or Trade School opportunity after High School. Monmouth College and MRHS Counselors will be present to help you every step of the way! Check off this graduation requirement early.*Students who do not plan on attending an educational program or Trade School after MRHS can complete a Non-Participation form to meet the graduation requirement*If you have any questions, please contact your student’s counselor:Ms. Johnson (A-L) jjohnson1@mr238.orgMrs. Tyler (M-Z) ctyler@mr238.org

Santa for Seniors Application Deadline
2025-11-14
Strom Center and Security Savings Bank are collecting and distributing gifts to local senior citizens, those 60 and older, and disabled adults in Warren and Henderson Counties. Stop by Strom Center in Monmouth or Oquawka, or call 309-734-5677 to get an application filled out. Tags will then be hung on a Christmas Tree in the lobby at Security Savings Bank in Monmouth beginning November 28th.

Lunch & Family Favorites Exchange with JCC's Senior Nutrition
2025-11-14 11:30
Those 60 and older that live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties are invited to join for a nutritious lunch then stick around for a heartwarming family recipe exchange at the Mercer County Senior Center in Aledo. Lunch will be served at 11:30 am, which is a salmon fillet, baby baker potatoes, asparagus, wild rice, strawberry parfait, or potato bar. A suggested donation of $3 is asked for the meal.

Knox County Sheriff's Office Water Rescue Team Annual Chili Supper & Cookout
2025-11-14 17:00
All are invited to the Knox County Sheriff’s Office Annual Chili Supper and Cookout, benefiting the Water Rescue Team. Tickets are $10 per person at the door, which includes dinner, live music by Jera & the Absoluts, silent and live auctions, and more! Dinner will be served from 5 to 7 pm. Live auction will begin at 7 pm. Music and social hour will follow from 8 to 10 pm.

Security Savings Bank Annual Amateur Photography Show Gallery Reception
2025-11-14 17:00 - 19:00
The Security Savings Bank 44th Annual Amateur Photography Show will open November 7 through December 5, 2025. Join us in the Pattee Gallery for a gallery reception 5-7pm Friday, November 14. The reception is sponsored by Big River Resources West Burlington LLC, Breslin’s Floor Covering, IHC Heating & Cooling LLC, Stanton Insurance, and Security Savings Bank. This event is free and open to the public. See you in the gallery!

WIAR Fall Vendor Craft Show
2025-11-15 09:00 - 15:00
Join the Western Illinois Animal Rescue for their Annual Fall Vendor Craft Show at the Monmouth American Legion, 1110 Noth 11th Street.

Muster in Monmouth at the Warren County History Museum
2025-11-15 09:00 - 17:00
The fall Muster in Monmouth, presented by the Warren County Historical Society, provides a chance to browse the collection of authentic military items from the museum and private collections. Attendees can also enjoy historical demonstrations throughout the day. This event is free and open to the public.

No Paddle Pickleball
2025-11-15 14:00 - 17:00 | Lakeside Recreation Facility, 1033 South Lake Storey Road, Galesberg, IL, United States
Have you ever played Pickleball with a cutting board or a frying pan? Now is your chance at No Paddle Pickleball on November 15 from 2-5pm. Use anything but a pickleball to play pickleball! All skill levels are welcome to join the fun!
Register at: https://app.amilia.com/…/city…/shop/activities/6261010

Jamieson Community Center Angel Tree
2025-11-17 - 2025-12-04
Help Spread Christmas Cheer! Midwest Bank is proud to partner once again with the Jamieson Community Center Angel Tree to make the holidays brighter for local children. This year, they’re doing things a little differently — you can now adopt an Angel online!

Here’s how to participate:
Scan the QR code on the flyer up around town or click the link below to choose your Angel electronically.
Shop for gifts or make a monetary donation.
Drop off your gifts or donations at any Midwest Bank location or at the Jamieson Community Center in Monmouth.

All gifts are due by Thursday, December 4th.

Reserve an Angel Here: https://loom.ly/-qY3IDk

Make it Macrame: Holiday Ornament/Gift Tag Trio
2025-11-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Lake Storey Pavilion
Gather your friends and make a set of 3 macrame ornaments/gift tags on November 18 from 6 to 8 pm at the Lake Storey Pavilion! Mix and match from 5 designs and hang them on your tree or around your home!
The cost is $16 per set
Register at: https://app.amilia.com/…/city…/shop/activities/5601293

Find It After You Dine with JCC's Senior Nutrition
2025-11-19 11:30
Those 60 and older that live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties are invited to join for a tasty meal then settle for a relaxing Seek and Find Activity at the Henderson Senior Center in Oquawka. Lunch will be served at 11:30 am, which is roast pork, mashed potatoes, peas, breadstick, five cup fruit salad, or potato bar. A suggested donation of $3 is asked for the meal.

2025 Rural Health Forum on WRAM
2025-11-20 10:00 - 12:00
Tune in on AM 1330/FM 95.7 WRAM and online at radiomonmouth.com for the 2025 Rural Health Forum, presented by OSF HealthCare and WRAM. Panelists will discuss recruitment of medical professionals to rural Illinois, future models of care, Medicaid and Medicare reform, technology within the industry, behavioral health, and more.

Monmouth Associates with Todd Quick
2025-11-20 12:00
Join Associate Professor of Theatre Todd Quick and Monmouth College theatre students for a special preview of their upcoming production of Our Town, which takes the Wells Theater stage November 20-23. The program will feature a short performance, along with reflections from students on their experiences in Monmouth’s theatre program. Professor Quick will share insights about directing this timeless production and about Monmouth’s dynamic theatre department—exploring how Our Town continues to celebrate the beauty of everyday life and community, both in Grover’s Corners and right here in Monmouth.
Parking is available in the Center for Science and Business lot or along Broadway.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20 | NOON
Mellinger Commons, Center for Science and Business
$15 per ticket

RSVP by November 15
309-457-2323
alumni@monmouthcollege.edu

Monmouth College Presents 'Our Town'
2025-11-21 - 2025-11-23
‘Our Town’ will be presented inside Wells Theater at 7:30 pm Friday and Saturday and 2 pm on Saturday and Sunday. This production is by Thornton Wilder and Directed by Todd Quick, Monmouth College Associate Professor of Theatre.

Roseville Floral & More 8th Annual Holiday Open House
2025-11-21 - 2025-11-22
Join Roseville Floral & More, located at 130 North Arbitrary, for their 8th Annual Holiday Open House, featuring discounts, giveaways, treats, new merchandise, cemetery pieces, and more. For more information, call 309-426-2261. Enjoy the Open House for two weekends:
Friday, November 21st from 8 am to 5 pm
Saturday, November 22nd from 8 am to 5 pm
Friday, November 28th from 8 am to 5 pm
Saturday, November 29th from 8 am to 1 pm.
