28th Annual Oquawka Car Show

Cruise back in time during the 28th Annual Oquawka Car Show! Registration is from 9am - noon, with awards handed out at 3pm. The car show is being moved closer to the river, starting at 2nd Street. Registration will be at 206 Schuyler Street, in front of the Oquawka Food Bank. You can get to […]

Monmouth-Roseville Hall of Achievement Induction

Join at the Warren County History Museum for the induction ceremony of Amy Gebauer Sestito, Mike "Bo" Williams, and Jane Kellogg into the Monmouth-Roseville Hall of Achievement.

Nature in Your Neighborhood at Inbinder Park

Explore, observe, and discover new and amazing places in your own neighborhood. This free summer program features three or four exciting stations. All ages are welcome. Topic of discussion is Be a Bee and Butterfly Buddy.

Ghost or Pumpkin Wall Hanging Decor Event

Get ready for Halloween with the Galesburg Parks and Recreation by creating a ghost or pumpkin wall decoration. $15 for one project or $25 to create both. Event will be held at the Lake Storey Pavilion.

Grief Support Group at Strom Center

Strom Center is partnering with Legacy Estates and Beacon of Hope Hospice to offer a once a month Grief Support Group for 5 months. Session 5: Thursday, September 28th - Celebration.

United FFA Hog Roast

United FFA will hold their annual Hog Roast in the Common area inside United High School prior to the Homecoming football game against Abingdon-Avon. Cost is $5 for adults and $3 for kids.

West Central Alumni Homecoming Event

All West Central Heat, Southern, and Union alumni, teachers, and staff are invited to attend. Admission to the game is free. A social hour with light refreshments will begin at 6 pm. At 6:45 pm, classes ending in a 3 or 8 will be recognized on the football field. Kick-off will be at 7 pm […]

Western Illinois Museum LatinX Music & Dance Party

The Western Illinois Museum and Casa Latina Cultural Center at WIU celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with music and dance. On Friday, September 29th special guests Daniel Rojas and Claire Happel Ashe will perform with the members of EnsAmble Ad Hoc on the Museum’s indoor Our Front Porch. At 6:00 pm the doors and bar open followed […]

The Great Nicola Magic Festival After Dark

Join the Warren County History Museum for the 4th Annual festival from the hometown of the Greatest Mystifier ever known.  Event for those 21 years and older at Meks on Main, 201 North Main Street in Monmouth.

Galesburg Parks & Rec Nature at Night

Join to learn more about things that go bump in the night at the Lakeside Nature Center Shelter in Galesburg. $5 per participant, open to all ages. Must register by September 28th.

Prairie Players Civic Theatre Presents A Murder Is Announced

It’s time to buy your tickets and put on your sleuthing caps as Prairie Players Civic Theatre presents A Murder Is Announced directed by Zach Hunter on September 30, October 6 & 7 at 7:30 P.M. and October 1 & 8 at 2:00 P.M. at their theater at 160 S. Seminary Street in Galesburg, Illinois. […]

Pancakes for Paws

Join the Knox County Sheriff's Office for a flapjack fundraiser breakfast event at 152 South Kellogg Street in Galesburg. All donations will benefit the Knox County Sheriff's Office K9 fund.

Alexis Presbyterian Women’s Group Fall Bazaar

Alexis United Presbyterian Church

The Alexis Presbyterian Women’s group will sponsor a Fall Bazaar this Saturday, September 30th from 8 am to 12 pm at the Alexis United Presbyterian Church. There will be a breakfast, bake sale, fall and Christmas crafts, raffle, antiques, white elephant, pumpkins, and more. All are welcome!

Reserve Artisan Ales Oktoberfest 5K and Community Event

5K run and walk will begin at 9 am with awards and Oktoberfest events to follow at Reserve Artisan Ales in Galesburg. Events include a bags tournament, German food, kids crafts, live music, Stein holding, and more. Free entry and family friendly event. Proceeds from the 5K will benefit the Knox County Humane Society.

Junior Lifeguard Training

Those interested in becoming a lifeguard are encouraged to register for this Junior Lifeguard Training session at the Hawthorne Pool in Galesburg. This is for ages 10 to 14. Cost is $15 per person.

The Great Nicola Magic Festival Family Day

Join the Warren County History Museum for the 4th Annual festival from the hometown of the Greatest Mystifier ever known. Held at the Warren County History Museum for all ages! Magical and entertaining shows. Crafts and activities. Cotton candy and slushies. Giveaways. Johnsons Smokehouse and much more!

OSF Children’s Hospital Harvest Hustle 5K/1M Run/Walk

5K/1.5 Mile Run/Walk: Both courses begin and end on Galesburg Jr/Sr High Campus. 5K course will go behind Field House and turn on Dayton Drive. The course will wind through the neighborhood and return back to campus. The route ends with final lap inside F&M Bank Stadium. The route does NOT cross any major streets. […]

2023 Illinois State Cornhusking Contest

Illinois State Cornhusking contest will take place at the Hennenfent Farm, west of 1063 30th Street, Smithshire, IL. Illinois membership is required to pick in the classes to qualify for the national cornhusking contest. Illinois membership is $3 for youth and $15 for all adult classes. Top 3 contestants in each class qualify for the […]

Knox County Right to Life Annual Life Chain

Nationwide interdenominational, peaceful, prayerful demonstration since 1987. Christians standing for 1 hour holding Pro-Life signs along Henderson and Fremont Streets in Galesburg.