Each year the Buchanan Center for the Arts hosts a festive evening to raise funds for arts programming in the community. This year will be an "Awesome 80s Night" at 6pm Saturday, November 9. Event tickets are $60. Can't make the event in person? The Taste of the Arts raffle is another way to support […]

Monmouth College's Chamber Choir will be the featured ensemble at a concert on campus that will also include smaller performance groups and selections on the Ardell Organ. Free and open to the public, the concert will be held at 3 p.m. Nov. 10 in the Kasch Performance Hall of Dahl Chapel and Auditorium.

United Intermediate Students invite all area veterans to join them for a biscuit and gravy breakfast in the cafeteria between 7:30 am to 8:15 am. RSVP by calling 309-734-8511.

Papa's Bar and Grill + Lairs Collision Center Present a Free Pulled Pork Meal for Military Veterans on Veteran's Day 11/11/24 from 10:30 am to 9 pm at Papa's in Monmouth

On November 11th, the Knox County Habitat for Humanity will be hosting a special free lunch, chili and cornbread, at the Knoxville Legion to honor and support local veterans. This is part of the ongoing Habitat for Heroes initiative. Enjoy a warm meal, meet local Veterans, and receive free winter clothing.

Men and women adults, teen, and children's clothing giveaway with selection of styles, sizes, and quantities available. Please bring your own bag to take home your selections. The Galesburg Rescue Mission and Women's Shelter is located at 547 North Farnham Street. Persons attending this giveaway service in the Chapel/Library need to be seated by 1:30 […]

Join the Buchanan Center for the Arts at 10am Wednesday, November 13, for Old Friends Talk Art as they host this year's Security Savings Bank Annual Amateur Photography Show Juror, Natalie Jackson. This event is free and open to the public, refreshments will be served. OFTA is sponsored in part by the Jim & Jan […]

Join the Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce for Business After Hours at the Galesburg Public Library Foundation, 246 West Main Street.

Prairie Players Civic Theatre proudly presents Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night at their theater at 160 S. Seminary Street in Galesburg, November 15-17 and 22-24. Friday and Saturday performances begin at 7:30 P.M. and Sunday performances begin at 2:00 P.M. Tickets are $16 for adults and $9 for students plus fees.

Don't miss The Great Benjamins Circus under the big top in Alexis, located at 400 East Burns Avenue. Find tickets online at benjaminscircus.com. Show times are Friday, November 15th at 7:30 pm; Saturday, November 16th at 1:30 pm, 4:30 pm, and 7:30 pm; and Sunday, November 17th at 1:30 pm and 4:30 pm.

Join Security Savings Bank for the Gallery Reception of the 43rd Annual Amateur Photography Show at the Buchanan Center for the Arts. Exhibition will be on display through December 21st.

Join the First Christian Church in Monmouth and prepare a crockpot of chili and prep your BINGO daubers for a fun-filled evening.

Join the Western Illinois Animal Rescue for their Fabulous Fall Craft Vendor Show at the Monmouth American Legion. If you are interested in setting up as a vendor, call WIAR at 309-715-7109 or email wiarrescue@yahoo.com. WIAR will be selling carry out meals.

Join Rebecca Quick in the Blum Studio and prepare for holidays! 11am-1pm Saturday, November 16, Rebecca will teach slab and coil building techniques to create that perfect Christmas tree ornament. Glaze date is 11-1pm Saturday, December 7. This class is family friendly and designed for all ages. Class fee is included with your BCA membership. […]

Join Beautify Biggsville for their Wine, Art, and Music event at The Barn at Fairview Acres.

Join ICS on November 16 @ 4:30pm for Mass, Supper, and the New Gymnasium Blessing and Dedication with Bishop Lou. Then watch some exiting Alumni Volleyball and Basketball games. Fun for the whole family!

All are invited to the Knox County Fairgrounds for a Chili Supper Fundraiser, benefitting the Knox County Sheriff's Office Water Rescue Team. Free will donation. There will also be a gun raffle, 50/50, and live auction at 7 pm.

Registration for the 2025 WIU Ag Mech Farm Expo is open NOW! Register TODAY to reserve your spot!! Register here: https://form.jotform.com/211294536898065 For more information: https://www.wiu.edu/cbt/agriculture/agmechshow.php

Create pinecone turkeys at The Discovery Depot. Free with admission.

November 17th at 2pm This FREE showing is sponsored by Jennifer DeWolfe and Caleb Thorne of THRIVENT. https://ci.ovationtix.com/35922/production/1217396

The Galesburg Hospital Ambulance Service will host a Spring EMT-Basic Class on Mondays and Wednesday from 5 pm to 9 pm. Cost is $1,200 and includes textbooks and all classroom materials. Classes begin January 13th, 2025 and go through May 21st, 2025. For additional information, contact Richard Springer, Director of Operations, at 309-342-5144 extension 227 […]

The City of Macomb invites residents and business owners to take part in the fifth annual Tour of Lights. They are looking for local homes and businesses that decorate for the holiday season to submit their addresses, allowing area families to enjoy the festive displays. To participate, please send decorated addresses to sballard@cityofmacomb.com or call […]

Join for a Holiday Marketplace at the Monmouth Country Club. VIP Night will be November 22nd from 4 pm to 8 pm, $20 advance tickets. On Saturday, November 23rd there is no admission cost and it is open to the public from 8 am to 3 pm.

Prairie Players Civic Theatre proudly presents Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night at their theater at 160 S. Seminary Street in Galesburg, November 22-24. Friday and Saturday performances begin at 7:30 P.M. and Sunday performances begin at 2:00 P.M. Tickets are $16 for adults and $9 for students plus fees.

Join the Stronghurst Booster Club and the Village of Stronghurst for their annual Christmas Open House in Downtown Stronghurst.