Events

All are invited to Eldridge Park in Roseville for the Farmer's Market. Held weekly on Thursdays through September.

Midway Concessions: 5-10 PM Industrial and Vendor Row: 5-10 PM Swyear Amusements Wristband Night: 6-10 PM Figure 8 Races: 7 PM Beer Garden: 6-11 PM Beer Garden Entertainment - Vital Signs: 7-10 PM

Farmer's Appreciation Breakfast: 7:30-9 AM Very Special Person's Day: Noon-2 PM Midway Concessions: 5-10 PM Industrial and Vendor Row: 5-10 PM Swyear Amusements: 5-Close Chicken Scramble & Calf Tagging at the Festival Stage: 6 PM Figure 8 Races: 7 PM Beer Garden: 5 PM - 1 AM Beer Garden Entertainment - Backstabbin' Betty: 8-11 PM

Celebrating the Annual Prime Beef Festival, WRAM and West Central FS are hosting the annual Ag Breakfast at the Monmouth American Legion. Speakers include Brendan Marshall, Ken Springer, Evan Hultine, and Dan Swanson.

Join for a very special day at the Galesburg Municipal Airport as they celebrate our nation's heroes and honor their service with an unforgettable flight aboard a vintage Boeing Stearman biplane, in partnership with Dream Flights and The Fike Family Foundation. Lunch will be provided.

Those 60 and older in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties are invited to the Mercer County Senior Center in Aledo for a time of creating with clay and a nutritious meal. Lunch will be served at 11:30 am. On the menu: Philly cheese steak on a sub roll, rosemary potatoes, asparagus, mixed melon, or a […]

Featuring fresh produce, locally produced honey, baked goods, artisanal items, homemade crafts, live music, and other unique items can be found on Fridays from 5 to 7 pm at the Monmouth Farmer’s Market, brought back by the Monmouth College Educational Garden. The weekly market can be found in the Northeast Quadrant of the Downtown Monmouth […]

Park N’ Cruise will surround Chandler Park to offer a lively gathering place filled with unique rides and hometown pride, featuring live entertainment from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This season’s dates and entertainment are as follows: • Friday, September 11 at Chandler Park – Eternity Road

Midway Concessions: 8 AM - 10 PM 5K & Kids Fun Run at the Monmouth American Legion: 8 - 10 AM Kid's Day Activities: 10 AM - Noon Touch-A-Truck at the Monmouth Park: 10 AM - Noon Industrial and Vendor Row: Noon - 7 PM Swyear Amusements: Noon - 4 PM & 5 PM - […]

Sandburg is excited to expand its Kids on Campus program with a new series focused on career exploration! Our inaugural Kids on Campus Careers session will introduce youth ages 11-15 to the rewarding world of teaching and education through engaging, hands-on activities. Participants will: Explore what it takes to become a teacher Learn about careers […]

Save the Date! Enjoy free family fun at the 12th Annual Monarch Migration Festival at the Lakeside Nature Center in Galesburg. Festival activities include the Monarch Waystation, education stations, the mobile playground, butterfly release, speakers, vendors, music, and more.

Join West Central Illinois Recovery Oriented System of Care for Recovering Out Loud: Annual Recovery Walk. Whether you are in recovery, supporting someone on their journey, or simply believe in building a community where recovery is celebrated, you are welcome to attend! Meet at Park Plaza, 130 East Main Street in Galesburg.

Classes will be held on Saturdays at 10:30 am at the Warren County YMCA. You can sign up for all six classes or drop in on a class of your choice. Classes begin September 19th and go through October 24th. Register at the Y.

Those 60 and older in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties are invited to the Community Senior Citizens of Stronghurst for a time of coloring, word searches, and crossword puzzles, plus a nutritious meal. Lunch will be served at 11:30 am. On the menu: cavatini with meat sauce, lettuce salad, corn, banana, or a potato bar. […]

OSF OnCall will be at Warren County Housing, 200 East Harlem Avenue in Monmouth offering health screenings, technology assistance, a connection to resources, and program enrollment. Health screenings are free of charge, virtual visits with a provider will be billed like a traditional office visit.

Join State Representative Dan Swanson, McDonough District Hospital, and a number of local vendors during the Veteran & Senior Fair at the Spoon River College Outreach Center in Macomb, 2500 East Jackson Street. Blood pressure checks, vendor information, giveaways, prizes, refreshments, and a retired flag drop off will be available during the event. This event […]

Those 60 and older in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties are invited to the Henderson Senior Center in Oquawka for a time of coloring, word searches, and crossword puzzles, plus a nutritious meal. Lunch will be served at 11:30 am. On the menu: vegetable beef soup with crackers, spinach salad, apples & cranberries, or a […]

All are invited to Eldridge Park in Roseville for the Farmer's Market. Held weekly on Thursdays through September.

Danny's will host their Annual Golf Outing at Gibson Woods Golf Course in Monmouth. $40 per person that are members and $80 per person that are non-members. All proceeds will benefit Marvin Cooper, helping to raise funds to purchase a van for transportation.

Join Sandburg for a charitable, non-competitive run/walk in honor of Coach Blue to support his legacy for future cross country student-athletes. Opening ceremonies will begin at 8 am. The 5K run/walk will start at 8:30 am and the 1K run/walk begins t 8:35 am. Registration fee is $30 for those 13 and older, $20 for […]

More details to come!

Join Rainbow Riders at 822 200th Avenue in Monmouth for their annual Fall Open Barn. Meet the horses, enjoy the farm, and support their mission.

The Western Illinois University Office of Student Engagement and the School of Agriculture are excited to host the eight annual Family Day BBQ Competition & Tasting from 2-5 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19th in Q Lot, bringing together students, families, alumni and community members for a day full of food, fun activities, live music, and Leatherneck […]

Join the United Way of West Central Illinois and the Buchanan Center for the Arts for the annual Hispanic Heritage Festival on the Public Square in Downtown Monmouth. FOOD & MERCHANDISE VENDORSExperience delicious food and authentic merchandise from a variety of Hispanic cultures!CASH BAR - VARIOUS ALCOHOLIC AND NON-ALCOHOLIC REFRESHMENTSCurated & served by G&M distributors, […]

Join the Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce for an evening of networking, connecting, and supporting local at Abner’s in Downtown Monmouth! Wednesday, September 23rd 4:30–6:00 PM Abner’s | 103 Market Alley, Monmouth Come mingle with fellow Chamber members, make some new connections, and enjoy a relaxed evening together! A BIG thank you to sponsor, Edward […]