Galesburg Parks & Rec Little Sprouts

Join at the Lakeside Nature Center for the theme Animals in Winter, geared towards preschool aged children. $5 per child.

The Galesburg Express

Showing of The Polar Express at 2 pm and an audience pick at 7 pm at The Orpheum Theatre. Free and open to the public.

WIAR’s Christmas Music Trivia Night

Join WIAR for a night of Christmas fun at the Monmouth American Legion. J & J Entertainment will be here to test your knowledge of Christmas trivia. Tables are $100 with up to 10 people playing. Trivia will begin at 6:00 pm, with doors opening at 5:00 pm. There will be a snack table available […]

Old Friends Talk Art at the BCA

Old Friends Talk Art invites you to "Coffee with a Curator," 10am Wednesday, December 13, in the NEW Classroom. This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. OFTA is supported in part by the Jim & Jan DeYoung Charitable Trust.

Business After Hours – Greenhouse & Decor

Join the Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce at Greenhouse and Decor, 963 E. Main St GALESBURG Illinois 61401. Free for chamber members to attend.

Karla Kares Christmas BINGO

Gather at Meks on Main in Monmouth for a night of BINGO. Walking tacos will be available for $3 plus prizes for the best Christmas apparel!

A Christmas Celebration

Join the Buchanan Community Chorus for their Christmas Celebration under the direction of Carolyn Kellert at the Galesburg First United Methodist Church on Friday, December 15th at 7 pm and/or Saturday, December 16th at the Monmouth First United Methodist Church at 3 pm. Admission is free will donation.

OSF Lights of Love Basket Raffle

Purchase your ticket(s) in the Holy Family Gift Shop for a chance to win! (If the gift shop is closed, tickets may be purchased in emergency department registration) Tickets Prices: 1 for $1 6 for $5 25 for $20 Drawing will be held on Friday, December 15 Need not be present to win All proceeds benefit […]

Fa La Holiday Party 2023

Join the Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce's Young Professionals Network as they hop to some of their favorite establishments in Galesburg. This holiday fun event is open to all ages 21+ and will include signature drink options at every stop, Jimmy's Pizza, a "Jolly Trolley" ride from three of the locations, prizes for reindeer games […]

Warren County YMCA Angel Tree Donation Drive

The Warren County YMCA is supporting local children this holiday season with their annual Angel Tree. Members of the community are able to select an ornament with a donation amount of $25, $50, $75, or $100. Proceeds benefit the Kids Needs Heroes fund, which provides scholarships for children to participate in programs and activities at […]

Christmas Present Wrapping Fundraiser

The Henderson County Fair Queens will be set up at the Stronghurst Methodist Church to wrap your Christmas presents for their annual fundraiser.

Monthly Women’s Group

All ladies in the Galesburg and surrounding area are invited to attend a monthly Women's Group at The Kensington Ballroom, 311 East Simmons Street in Galesburg. A light lunch will be provided along with a short presentation on a variety of topics. The monthly Women's Group will take place the third Wednesday of each month.

Eagle View Community Health System Blood Drive

Join Eagle View Community Health System for a community blood drive in the Donor Bus at the Oquawka location, 1204 Highway 164 East. Schedule an appointment by calling 309-867-2202 extension 213 or emailing swaddell@eagleviewhealth.org.

Strom Center Annual Christmas Party

Warren and Henderson County Seniors are invited to Strom Center's annual Christmas Party at 211 South A in Monmouth. Enjoy games, entertainment, Christmas Carols, a gift exchange, and goodies to eat. Sign up by December 15th by calling 734-5677. The party will take place Thursday, December 21st from 1 to 3:30 pm.

Karla Kares 2nd Annual Christmas Party

All are welcome to join at Meks on Main in Monmouth for Karla's Christmas Party. Each child will enjoy a meal and given a gift to take home. Also, Santa will make an appearance, there will be games, music, the Grinch, and more. For more information, contact Karla at 309-299-5324.

The Nutcracker Ballet at The Orpheum Theatre

Come share some of the magic of the season with this magical ballet! Tickets are now on sale for the famous holiday battle in The Nutcracker Ballet on Thursday, December 21, at 7:00 p.m. at the Orpheum Theatre! Hope you can join us and add this to your list of family holiday traditions! The Nutcracker […]

Galesburg Parks & Rec Nature at Night

Learn about the Winter Solstice Celebration at the Lakeside Nature Center Shelter. There will also be a nighttime hike through the woods and a tin can lantern craft project. $5 per participant.

Community Christmas Day Luncheon

When: Christmas Day, December 25, 2023What? Community Christmas Day luncheonWhere? Roseville American Legion HallTime? 12:00 Noon to 2:00 pmServing Vegetable soup, Chili, Oyster Stew, Relish Tray and assorted desserts. Drinks will be provided.Free will offering to offset rental of Legion Hall and also Three Feathers Outreach.

Kirkwood Park District Christmas Pajama Party

Join for a festive and cozy Christmas Pajama Party at the Kirkwood Park Gym. Slip into your favorite pajamas, sip on some hot cocoa, and get ready for a night of holiday cheer. There will be treats for sale, a cake walk, and also a special guest appearance from The Grinch.

Rockin’ New Year’s Celebration at the BCA

Join the BCA as they host a party to remember! 10am-11am for neurodiverse students, 11am-12pm for K-6th grade students, Saturday December 30. Parents must be present. Free for members, $2 for non-members. Call (309) 734-3033 today to secure a spot!

Private Youth Tennis Lessons with Galesburg Parks and Recreation

Date:  January 2-25, 2024  Days Available:  Mondays and Tuesdays Time:  3-7:00 p.m. Location:  Lakeside Recreation Facility Fee:  $25.00 per single session Join the City of Galesburg Parks and Recreation Tennis Instructor, Maddy Springer,  for Private Youth Tennis Lessons.  Maddy is a Galesburg High School Tennis Player.  Participants, ages 18 years and younger, can enroll for extra practice or to be introduced to the […]

City of Galesburg Parks and Recreation Active Youth Program

Date:  January 3rd-6th, 2024 Registration Deadline:  Sunday, December 31, 2023 Day:  Wednesday-Saturday Time:  10:00 am.-12:00 p.m. ]Site:  Lakeside Recreation Facility Age:  2nd-5th Grades Fee:  $40 per participant Get active this winter break at Lakeside Recreation Facility from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., January 3rd-6th, 2024 with the City of Galesburg Parks and Recreation.  Youth, 2nd-5th grade, will have a fun in this four day […]