Friday at the Knox County Fair

Figure 8 races in the grandstands at 6:30 pm. Adult tickets are $10, students $5. Spectator pit passes are $20. Lacy's Ditch in the Entertainment Tent. Amusement ride armbands are $25 from 5:30 pm to 10pm. A complete list of events can be found online at Knox County Fair | Illinois (knoxfair.com).

Saturday at the Knox County Fair

Robbo's Extreme Demolition Dery in the grandstands at 5:30 pm. Adult tickets are $10, students are $5. Spectator pit passes are $20. Sam N Marshas Delite/Inlaws N Outlaws in the Entertainment Tent. Amusement ride armbands are $25 from 1 to 4 pm. Individual tickets for rides from 5:30 pm to 10 pm. A complete list […]

Village of Avon Farmers Market

On the first and third Saturdays from May to October, at the Market Village Hall 102 S Main St, Avon, IL 61415, from 8am to noon. Fresh produce to mouth-watering baked goods. Make it a family event and bring your kids along. They can learn about agriculture through educational opportunities and experience the fun of […]

Glass Etching at the BCA

Join us Saturday, July 15 from 11am to 1pm in the BCA Classroom as Rebecca Quick teaches an introduction to glass etching. Each participant will receive one water bottle for the class. What a fun way to hydrate throughout the summer with a piece of artwork! This class is designed for participants 12 years and […]

Warren County Crimestoppers BBQ

Join the Warren County Crimestoppers for lunch at the Monmouth Fareway parking lot. Serving specialty blended burgers, brats, and tenderized pork chops.

Strom Center in Monmouth Potluck

Plates, silverware, and cups will be furnished. Bring a food dish to share. BINGO will be played following the meal.

Warren County Fair Pageant

The Miss Warren County Queen, Junior Miss, and Little Miss pageant will be held at the Fairgrounds in Roseville. Food tent will be set up beginning at 5 pm. Home (ilwcf.com)

The Goldenrods: Music on Our Front Porch at the Western Illinois Museum

Join us in welcoming the musical duo The Goldenrods to Our Front Porch.  Hailing from St. Louis, Ryan Koenig on octave mandolin, fiddle, plectrum banjo, and guitar along with Jess Adkins on vocals, guitar, and accordion, will bring a fresh take on “country and midwestern” music. Performing original material as well as traditional regional music from Louisiana to Wisconsin, […]

Warren County Agricultural Fair 5K Run/Walk

Entry fee is $25. Race day entries will begin at 7:30 am at the Warren County Fairgrounds in Roseville. Pre-register by June 30th to be guaranteed a t-shirt. Race begins at 8 am. A kids run will also take place. Email warrencofair1928@gmail.com for more information or to register.

Open Mic Night at the Galesburg Public Library

All are invited to come sing, play music, tell jokes, recite poetry, or try out any other type of performance in front of a crowd. Snacks and refreshments will be available while watching the performances. Walk-ins are welcomed, but advance signups will have first priority.

Summer Food & Hygiene Drive

The Community Hygiene Pantry and FISH Food Pantry will be at Nature's Treatment parking lot in Galesburg to collect food and hygiene donations to help stock their shelves.

ROE #33 Summerfest

Music, activities, food, and fun for all ages! For Warren County the event will be at the Warren County Fairgrounds in Roseville on July 19th from 5 to 7 pm. For Mercer County it will be held at the Aledo Pool on July 27th from 4 to 7 pm. For Knox County the event will […]

Warren County Fair Wednesday Events

Poultry show at 9 am, followed by the rabbit show. Bucket calf and dairy show at 1 pm, followed by the goat show. Family night and summer fest in the grandstands with free entry beginning at 5pm. Food tent available beginning at 5 pm. Family night includes a chicken and pig scramble, following the conclusion […]

Henderson County Fair Queen Pageant

Held at the Barn at Fairview Acres in Biggsville. A complete list of events can be found at Henderson County Fair (hendersoncofair.com)

Warren County Fair Thursday Events

Swine show at 8 am followed by the sheep show, recognition program, breeding beef show, and the steer show. Master showmanship will be at the conclusion of each species showmanship class and winners will be announced at the end of the steer show. Also, the flower show is at 10 am and horticulture at 1 […]

McAlister’s Deli Free Tea Day

Come one, Come ALL! Thursday, July 20th marks the 15th Annual FREE TEA DAY! All day long, enjoy a 32 oz. Sweet or Unsweet Tea on McAlister's including your favorite flavor shots or Tea combos. No purchase necessary! Valid in-store, online at www.mcalisters.deli.com, or on the McAlister's Deli app. Limit one per guest in-store. Limit […]

BCA Summer Art at the Pattee Plaza

This series is free for kindergarten through 8th grade students. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 309-734-3033. Classes are held noon to 1 pm with lunch included. July 20th: Origami butterflies and frogs.

The Good Time Gals: Music on Our Front Porch at the Western Illinois Museum

The Good Time Gals will no doubt bring some excitement to Our Front Porch. Join us for a memorable evening as part of our popular music series set in the most unexpected and interesting venue in McDonough County. On Thursday, July 20th, The Good Time Gals will share their original material that pulls influences of Americana, Blues, Vintage Jazz, Honky Tonk, […]