The 54th National Stearman Fly In will be held at the Galesburg Municipal Airport (KGBG). Come out and see the world’s largest gathering of the most significant biplane in history, the Boeing Stearman trainer of WWII. Daily seminars, fly-outs, and contests. And airplanes don’t just come in and sit all week, they fly! Find more […]
Steer Weigh-In at the Fairgrounds in Roseville - 8 to 10 am Hog Weigh-In at the Fairgrounds in Roseville - 12 pm Hog Show at the Fairgrounds in Roseville - 2 pm Steer Show at the Fairgrounds in Roseville - 4 pm
Join the Regional Office of Education #33 and OSF St. Mary Medical Center for a prenatal education class at OSF St. Mary Medical Center in Room 1A, located at 3333 North Seminary Street in Galesburg. Topics that will be covered include prenatal care, childbirth, breastfeeding, postpartum changes, newborn care, and safety.
Parade - 5 pm Midway Concessions - 6 to 10 pm Industrial and Vendor Row - 6 to 10 pm Swyear Amusements Wristband Night - 6 to 10 pm Band and Parade Awards at the Festival Stage - 6:30 pm Beer Garden - 6 pm to Midnight Beer Garden Entertainment: Blue Room - 7 to […]
Farmer's Appreciation Breakfast at the Monmouth American Legion - 7:30 to 9 am Very Special Person's Day - Noon to 2 pm Swyear Amusements - 5 pm to close Midway Concessions - 5 to 10 pm Industrial and Vendor Row - 5 to 10 pm Chicken Scramble/Calf Tagging at the Festival Stage - 6 pm […]
Midway Concessions - 8 am to 10 pm 5K & Kids Fun Run, starts from the Monmouth American Legion - 8 am to 10 am Kid's Day Activities - 10 am to Noon Touch-A-Truck at the Monmouth Park - 10 am to Noon Swyear Amusements - Noon to 4 pm & 5 pm to close […]
Join the Warren County Saddle Club, 735 235th Avenue, Monmouth, for the Running for Willie Vibes. Cash only show. Enter on Saddlebook or Day of Show. The event includes Speed Shows with IBRA, Ultimate Flag Racers, NPBA Sanctioned-Pending Approval. Open arena 7:45 am to 8:45 am. Expo barrels/poles $5 a ticket. Barrel Expos 9 am […]
All are invited to learn about the Monarch Butterfly with free family fun at the Lakeside Nature Center in Galesburg during the annual Monarch Migration Festival.
Join Rebecca Quick in the Blum Studio 4-6pm Saturday, September 6 as she teaches a Sketch & Sip Class. She brought back the spirit of music from the Southwest, Kokopelli! Participants will create pen and ink sketches of Kokopelli. Partake in libations and get creative! This class is for participants 21+ ONLY. Class fee is […]
All are invited to the annual Gazebo Art Festival at Chandler Park in Macomb, featuring original works by regional artists! Explore and celebrate creativity as juried panel awards are presented. Plus there will be live demos of wheel throwing, glass blowing, and weaving.
The Norwood Presbyterian Church, rural Alexis, invites everyone to join them to celebrate their 170th Anniversary on Sunday, September 7 at 10:30 a.m. with a special worship service.
The Henderson County Democrats invite you to their 71st Annual Picnic at the Gladstone Park, rain or shine. Serving fish and chicken, baked beans, cole slaw, tea, lemonade, and water for a free will donation.
Join the Regional Office of Education #33 and OSF St. Mary Medical Center for a prenatal education class at OSF St. Mary Medical Center in Room 1A, located at 3333 North Seminary Street in Galesburg. Topics that will be covered include prenatal care, childbirth, breastfeeding, postpartum changes, newborn care, and safety.
Are you worried about scams or how to identify them? Join Midwest Bank and Illinois State Representative Dan Swanson at the Warren County History Museum, located at 238 South Sunny Lane in Monmouth, for a Fraud Prevention Seminar. Heather Calcara, an Outreach Liaison with the Illinois Attorney General's Office, will discuss common scams, identity theft, […]
Join in the Pattee Gallery for this month's Old Friends Talk Art with Ian Shelly. 10am Thursday, September 11, Ian will discuss his experiences teaching at Western Illinois University, the upcoming events at WIU, and insight on his jurying process. This event is free and open to the public with refreshments served. OFTA is sponsored […]
Dick Humes, the president of the Illinois Corn Husking Association, will talk about the corn husking competitions, which were a big deal in the 1920s and '30s. A good husker could pick over 100 bushels of corn a day. Today, a combine can harvest 2,000 bushels an hour! The lecture will be presented at the […]
Yard sales all over Monmouth Ill...Sign up through the Second Chance Thrift & MORE page or contact Crystal Vanskike or Kim Underwood.Include Address of sale, date(s) of sale and the time(s) you will be open. Sales will take place throughout Monmouth on September 12th and 13th beginning at 8 am to ??
Stephen King’s heart-stopping thriller comes to life on stage September 12–21 at Prairie Players Civic Theatre. Acclaimed novelist Paul Sheldon (James Hutchings) finds himself trapped in the home of his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes (Emily Trulson), while Sheriff Buster (Collin Sevigny) begins to suspect something is terribly wrong. Tense and gripping, Misery will keep you on […]
The Regional Office of Education #26 and #33 are teaming up to offer Paraprofessional Training. Participants will leave with greater knowledge around professionalism, confidentiality, behavior management strategies, relationships, and roles of paraprofessionals. Training will be held at the ROE #33 Building, 932 Harrison Street in Galesburg. Register online at pdroe.net. Fee is $30.
Support the United Girls Golf Team by purchasing golf balls from any team player or contacting Coach Ron Grant at 309-299-4476. Golf balls are $5 for one or $20 for five. Closest Ball to the hole when dropped will win the $400 prize package, with four additional gift cards available. You do not need to […]
All are invited to the Wyatt Earp Birthplace. Lunch will be served by Eddie B's BBQ from 11 am to 1 pm for a freewill donation. Take a step back in time as history comes alive through an authentic reenactment from 11 am to 1:30 pm, plus enjoy bounce houses, shaved ice, wagon rides, house […]
Join the Regional Office of Education #33 and OSF St. Mary Medical Center for a prenatal education class at OSF St. Mary Medical Center in Room 1A, located at 3333 North Seminary Street in Galesburg. Topics that will be covered include prenatal care, childbirth, breastfeeding, postpartum changes, newborn care, and safety.
Stephen King’s heart-stopping thriller comes to life on stage September 12–21 at Prairie Players Civic Theatre. Acclaimed novelist Paul Sheldon (James Hutchings) finds himself trapped in the home of his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes (Emily Trulson), while Sheriff Buster (Collin Sevigny) begins to suspect something is terribly wrong. Tense and gripping, Misery will keep you on […]
Join Bridgeway, Carl Sandburg College, and the Galesburg Community Foundation for a FREE community wellness conference at Carl Sandburg College in Galesburg, featuring keynote speakers, breakout sessions, a wellness fair, and a chance to speak with local experts and connect with others in the community. The first keynote of the day is Ian Shea. The […]
The Regional Office of Education #26 and #33 are teaming up to offer Paraprofessional Training. Participants will leave with greater knowledge around professionalism, confidentiality, behavior management strategies, relationships, and roles of paraprofessionals. Training will be held at the ROE #26 Building, 130 South Lafayette in Macomb. Register online at pdroe.net. Fee is $30.
Rainbow Riders Fall Open Barn, located at 822 200th Avenue in Monmouth, will be September 20th. Crafts, food and more will be announced soon. Come help celebrate their 20th anniversary this fall - don’t miss out!
Join the United Way of West Central Illinois for the annual Hispanic Heritage Festival in Downtown Monmouth. Cash bar and vendors open at 6pm, Marlon Jose Davila will be guest Emcee, with celebrations opening with Singer Ximena Salinas from 6 to 7 pm, DJ Joseph and Friends 7 pm to midnight, the Quad Cities Ballet […]
Join the Regional Office of Education #33 and OSF St. Mary Medical Center for a prenatal education class at OSF St. Mary Medical Center in Room 1A, located at 3333 North Seminary Street in Galesburg. Topics that will be covered include prenatal care, childbirth, breastfeeding, postpartum changes, newborn care, and safety.
Join the Maple City Area Partnership, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, and America's Small Business Development Center for a free business workshop at Meks on Main, 201 North Main Street in Monmouth. Attendees will learn about starting a business in Illinois, choosing a business name, licenses and permits, obtaining a tax ID number, insurance, record […]
Cybersecurity Defense Workshop for BusinessesPresented by CISA | Hosted by the Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce at the Galesburg Public Library Join for a valuable, no-cost workshop designed to help businesses of all sizes strengthen their cybersecurity posture. Presented by experts from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), this session will provide practical, easy-to-understand […]
All are invited to the 30th Annual Oquawka Car Show at 321 Schuyler Street. Registration takes place from 8 am to 11 am. Awards will be presented at 2 pm.
Saturday, September 27th, 2025 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Kirkwood, Illinois at 365 East Chestnut Street Mark your calendars and gather your crew—this is the can’t-miss event of the season! Join ISO Threads and Local Vendors for a full day of: Live Entertainment Delicious Food, featuring Phat Belly's BBQ Thrifting, Shopping, & Yard Sales Amazing Vendors All happening […]
Strike up some fun for a good cause! Stone-Hayes Center for Independent Living is hosting a Bowling Tournament Fundraiser on Friday, September 27 at 6 PM at Abby Lanes in Abingdon.
Loving Bottoms Diaper Bank is celebrating a big milestone—10 years of providing more than 3.8 million diapers to families in West Central Illinois. The community is invited to join in celebrating and making an impact: Host a Diaper or Fund Drive throughout September (businesses, schools, faith-based groups, and community groups are encouraged). Attend the 10th […]