An annual fundraiser for the Galesburg Civic Art Center returns Friday, June 15th at Knox College’s Whitcomb Art Center.
The center’s Summer Soiree starts at 6:00 pm with hors d’ouvres, drinks, live entertainment and of course, local artwork. Galesburg Civic Art Center Executive Director, Tuesday Cetin says it’s the center’s year-end celebration. “We have, since the last three years, have invited different artists each year to participate,” Cetin said. “It’s a chance to showcase what others are doing. You get to see these artists create right in front of your eyes – that will later be auctioned later in the night. (There will be) music – Andy Crawford and his trio (will be playing). The setting of the Whitcomb – that building is very impressive.” Tickets for the Summer Soiree are $40 per person at the door, art center, or online.
The America’s Run for the Fallen Galesburg Ceremony is Friday, June 15th at 6:00 pm at the Lincoln Park Veterans’ Memorial. Help honor and recognize service men and women who have died during this 5-month, 6,000 mile tribute through the America.
A Father’s Day Car Show is being held at Courtyard Estates of Knoxville Friday, June 15th. Come celebrate Dad with cars from every decade from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Henn House BBQ will be serving food – Courtyard Estates is located at 4-15 East Main in Knoxville.
Prairie Players Civic Theatre in Galesburg is celebrating 40 years of Grease with a Grease Sing-A-Long Saturday, June 16th. Forty years to the day – Grease was first released. Drinks and themed-snacks will be available to purchase, plus a raffle and a costume contest. Doors open Saturday night at 6:00 pm and the film begins at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased online.
Also Saturday, the Maquon Fire Department is celebrating Fireman’s Day. Fire fighters from the past and present – and future – from all departments are invited along with your family. From 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Maquon Park, the department will be grilling out and offering free smoke detectors – all for a free will donation.
Saturday night is also the Coachmen Cruise Night in at County Market in Lewistown from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The event will feature music, a cookout, 50/50 drawing, and prizes with the Coachmen Motor Club.