That's right - Take & Make, instead of Make & Take. Even though we cannot be in the BCA classroom together, that doesn't mean we can't create art. The Buchanan Center has an art kit for you to make a super sweet gift for your superhero dad, step-dad, or grandpa this Father's Day. Supplies and instructions are included, […]

The 2020 Bishop Hill Midsommar Music Festival scheduled for June 20 has been cancelled and will not be rescheduled.  We are planning to have other events later on this summer and fall in Bishop Hill, so please call 309 927-3899, email bhha@mymctc.net, or visit https://www.visitbishophill.com/ for more information.  The Midsommar Music Festival will return in […]

11am-1pm Thursday, June 25 During the summer months, the Buchanan Center will host a series of artists, musicians, and singers who will perform on the Pattee Plaza or in front of the BCA building on the public Square. Artists will be on site during the days the BCA is open. This is part of our […]

Hosted by the Warren County Housing Authority. A Facebook event to empower all HA residents and community. Through participation sponsors will make information available to all residents and those entering have a chance to win certificates, cash, or other daily door prizes. For more information, search Warren County Housing Authority on Facebook.

Hosted through the Galesburg Parks and Recreation. Season begins July 7 and due to COVID-19, leagues will run from July to August, with 7 weeks of games and no tournament. Men's League is Tuesday nights at Lake Storey and Kiwanis ballfields. Co-Rec Leagues are Wednesday nights. Registration ends June 29th. $282 per team. For more […]

Sponsored by the Galesburg Parks and Recreation. Outdoor yoga with Laura Bush and Tina Hope. Held at the grass area by the Nature Center, 1033 S Lake Storey.

Want to get off the couch and find something fun to do? Buchanan Center board member Mary Osborne, pictured in her version of "Life Imitates Art," has the perfect solution for you— a Selfie-Art Scavenger Hunt during the month of July. Each week we will post clues on the SELFIE-ART SCAVENGER HUNT Facebook event page […]

The Buchanan Center will host Drew Carlson, Heide Gallagher, John Mattan, Molly Mattan, and Cohen Twomey-Hunt on the Plaza 11am-1pm Thursday, July 2. Bring your lunch and enjoy this talented group as they perform live on the Plaza.

The City of Monmouth has cancelled the fireworks display for the 2020 Fourth of July celebration due to COVID-19 and cash flow disruptions.

Artist Residency Deadline: 5pm Tuesday, July 7, 2020 Application guidelines and more details are available online at bcaarts.org "Artists" tab. Overview: The Buchanan Center for the Arts seeks an artist for the new Artist in Residence program in Monmouth, Illinois. The residence will run from approximately September 1-November 21, 2020. This residence is an opportunity for the artist […]

Cottage Monmouth Clinic will host a four hour session for back to school physicals. Appointments will be available from 10 am to 2 pm. Call 734-0100 to schedule your child's physical.

At the Monmouth American Legion

At the Prairie Players Civic Theatre

At Granny's Dinner Bell in Monmouth

At the Monmouth American Legion

At the Prairie Players Civic Theatre

At the Prairie Players Civic Theatre

Ice cream will be available in individual 8 ounce servings for a free will donation alongside various desserts. Proceeds benefit stained glass restoration campaign. Pre-order by calling 309-734-4013.

The Buchanan Center for the Arts continues their summer series of live music on the Plaza 11am-1pm Friday, July 24, with the creative duo of Madeline Wood and Carolyn Kellert. Grab your lunch and take a break on one of the Plaza benches - enjoy the sun or sit under one of the shady umbrellas. […]

Serving 250 from: 5:30-7:00 p.m. Carry Out Service Only. $11.50 Catfish Dinner Dinner Includes: Our Delicious Fried Whole Catfish, Baked Potato, Our Famous Homemade Cole Slaw, Baked Beans, & Bread. KC Club of Monmouth 120 South Sunny Lane 734-3258. Support Enables the Knight’s to Continue their Community Contributions.

Karla Wallace is once again collecting school supplies for children aged Kindergarten through 12th Grade. The supplies will be distributed using social distancing at an event in August at South Park in Monmouth. To donate, drop off at 821 South 3rd Street or call Karla at 309-299-5324 for pick up.

MONMOUTH ROTARY IS HOLDING ITS ANNUAL BBQ THIS YEAR ON AUGUST 4, 2020 FROM 4:30 – 6:30 AT THE PATTEE PLAZA.   THE BBQ IS DRIVE THROUGH ONLY THIS YEAR.   ALL MEALS MAY BE ACCESSED IN THE EAST BOUND PARKING LANE.   MEALS ARE FREE THIS YEAR WITH A GOODWILL OFFERING SUGGESTED.   THE MEAL WILL CONSIST OF […]