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.

Santa is coming to town! During the Stronghurst Christmas Open House, visit with Santa at the building next to the American Legion.

Create Wood Slice Turkeys at The Discovery Depot. $1 with admission.

All are invited to the Cameron Fire Station for a chili supper, serving chili, chili dogs, grilled cheese, and all the fixings. Free will donation.

Enjoy an intimate portrait of Illinois with local performer Chris Vallillo at The Orpheum Theatre. Forgottonia is a musical journey through the people and places of rural America as seen through the eyes of Vallillo. Forgottonia - Orpheum Website

Create Autumn Owls at The Discovery Depot. Free with admission.

Justin Cook State Farm is hosting their first annual competition for four college students who will learn real-life business and leadership skills while getting hands-on experience in a professional setting. The competition will take place December 15th through the 17th at the Justin Cook State Farm branch in Aledo, Illinois. For more information, call 309-582-2389, […]

Join University of Illinois Educator Tessa Hobbs-Curley as she leads participants through interactive activities designed to promote socialization, reduce isolation, and promote intellectual engagement in older adults. Classes will be held at Strom Center in Monmouth, 211 South A Street, on Mondays from 10:30 am to 11:30 am. Class days are October 28th, November 25th, […]

The 46th Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon is an annual event to gather together and share news of growth and successes in the last year. As tradition goes, the prestigious Thomas B. Herring Award is presented to the recipient at this luncheon as well. Registration opens at 11:00am. Event begins at 11:30am. Event will be held at […]