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 […]

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 […]

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.

Join for a special Winter Wonderland swim at the Hawthorne Pool. $2 admission.

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.

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.

All teens are invited to attend a Glow Sports Night a the Lakeside Rec Facility. $5 per teen.

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!

Bring a dish to pass for the potluck at Strom Center in Monmouth. Following the meal, BINGO and/or cards will be enjoyed.

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 […]

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 […]

Date:  Thursday, January 4, 2024 Time:  1-3:00 p.m. Site:  Lakeside Recreation Facility Age:  5-12 years old Fee:  $5.00 per participant Kids, ages 5-12 years, will dance the boredom away during a winter break dance party on Thursday, January 4th, 2024 from 1-3:00 p.m.  at Lakeside Recreation Facility.  Get ready to have fun and movement in the afternoon.  Pre-registration required.  Call City of […]

Join our knitting club! Share your love of knitting or crocheting with both experienced and beginner crafters. Meet fellow knitters, brush up on your skills, and learn new techniques! Materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own projects.

Session Date:  January 9th-February 1st, 2024 Registration Deadline:  January 7th, 2024 Day:  Tuesdays and Thursdays Class Times:  5:15-5:45 p.m.-Aquababies and Preschool, 5:45-6:30 p.m.-Levels 1-6 Site:  Hawthorne Municipal Pool Fee:  $77 for Aquababies and Preschool, $92  for Levels I-VI The City of Galesburg Recreation Department is now accepting registration for the January 9th-February 1st, 2024 session of Learn to Swim.  Group classes are available for Parent/Tot, Preschool, Levels […]

Join for the all you can eat soup supper at the Monmouth American Legion, serving chili, cheesy potato, sausage gravy and biscuit, and hot dogs. Each meal comes with dessert and drink. 50/50 raffle drawn at 6 pm. Tickets for adults are $9 and $3 for children.

The Galesburg Community Chorus will begin rehearsals for its 2024 spring concert on Monday, January 8th from 7 to 9 pm at the First Presbyterian Church in Galesburg (101 N Prairie St). All are welcome to join, no auditions are necessary, and masks are optional. Dues are $10 a semester, and music fees are $5 […]

Day:  Tuesdays and/or Thursdays Class Times:  4:30-5:00 p.m. Site:  Hawthorne Municipal Pool Fee:  $25.00 per single session It is never too late to learn how to swim.  Adult swim lessons are offered by the City of Galesburg Recreation Department at Hawthorne Municipal Pool.  Adults, ages 17 and up, can register for swim lessons to become more comfortable in, on and around the water.  Instructors will […]

The Regional Office of Education 26 and 33 will be offering in person exams on January 12th and 19th at the ROE #33 site in Monmouth. The exam can also be accessed online at Taking the ParaPro Assessment at Home (ets.org). An optional exam review will be held January 17th from 6 to 8 pm […]

Date:  Thursday, January 11th, 2024 Time:  6-8:00 p.m. Age:  All Ages Site:  Lake Storey Pavilion Fee:  $12.00 per person Join the City of Galesburg Parks and Recreation staff for a night of fun crafts and social time. The January Craft Night Out program will be creating an unique heart garland created from recycled jeans, just in time for Valentine's Day decorating.    This […]

Join us for our second annual Healthy Living Fest on Friday & Saturday, January 12th & 13th from 10am-5pm. Learn about ways to achieve your ideal healthy lifestyle with different tools that help you deal with stress and improve gut health and immunity. Free giveaways on the hour, every hour! Try free samples of your […]