Farce of Nature Auditions

Are you ready for some laughter and fun? Charlie Chaplin once said, “a day without laughter is a day wasted,” and we have just the thing to make your day. Prairie Players announces auditions for the hilarious
Farce of Nature Auditions

Are you ready for some laughter and fun? Charlie Chaplin once said, “a day without laughter is a day wasted,” and we have just the thing to make your day. Prairie Players announces auditions for the hilarious
WiBit Swim

Date: April 4, 2026 Time: 1-4PM Cost: $5 per person Location: Hawthorne Pool Join us at Hawthorne Pool for a special family swim! A partial WiBit will be in the water and available for use by all
WiBit Swim

Date: March 21, 2026 Time: 1-4PM Cost: $7 per person Location: Hawthorne Pool Join us at Hawthorne Pool for a special family swim! A partial WiBit will be in the water and available for use by all
WiBit Swim

Date: March 17, 2026 Time: 1-3PM Cost: $5 per person Location: Hawthorne Pool Join us at Hawthorne Pool for a special family swim! A partial WiBit will be in the water and available for use by all
Second Saturdays: Maple Syrup Adventures

Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026 Time: 9:30-11AM Cost: Free Location: Lakeside Nature Center Follow the Maple Sugaring Stations as our Naturalist walks you through the sap-to-syrup process, and taste test the results! This all ages program will
Nature at Night: Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt

Register for our 6th Annual Glow in the Dark Egg Hunt! A short path is available or a long 1/2 mile loop is available. Hunters will collect glow eggs of a designated color along the unlit wooded
Touch a Truck

Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 Time: 10:00 – 11:30 AM Cost: Free Location: Lake Storey Pavilion Parking Lot Join us for this fun and free annual event! Held rain or shine in the parking lot at the
39th Annual Fishing Derby

Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026 Time: 1:00 – 3:00 PM Cost: Free Ages: 3-15 years old Location: Lincoln Park The 39th Annual Youth Fishing Derby is a free event for families from the Galesburg area! It is
3rd Annual Knox Music Department Faculty Showcase

The Knox College Music Department presents the third annual Faculty Showcase, featuring a varied program of solo and ensemble performances by Knox music faculty. Featuring: Khasma Piano Duo, Jim Curless, Tyler Demaree, Jill Marasa, Madeline Wood, Mason
Conflict Resolution: Bridging the Communication Divide

Conflict Resolution: Bridging the Communication Divide March 24 | 3–4 p.m. Galesburg Campus – G Building – G108A Develop the skills to manage tension, foster understanding, and transform conflict into productive dialogue. Free: Open to the community
Zack Percell of TnZ Magic: Reading is Magic

Join acclaimed children’s entertainer and magician Zack Percell for 50 minutes of fast-paced, interactive magic and comedy. Free and open to kids of all ages, together with their grownups.
Maple City Street Machines Cruise Night

The Maple City Street Machines are back, Friday, July 31st, 2026, for their annual Cruise Night in downtown Monmouth! Celebrating over 25 years it’s fun for the whole family featuring live music, raffles, and a chance to
Saving Secrets for Retirement and College

Join us March 19 from 9–11 a.m. at the Sandburg Galesburg Campus for a FREE breakfast workshop: Saving Secrets for Retirement and College. Galesburg Campus – SDC Conference Room 106 Learn practical strategies to build retirement and
Welcome NewComers of Galesburg

Welcome NewComers of Galesburg will meet at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, February 25th, at First United Methodist Church (Kellogg and Ferris). We will assemble kits for “Loving Bottoms.” Please bring a box of tampons. Join us to
Parent Cafe – Playing Together, Staying Connected

Connect, Share, and learn from other parents and caregivers in a safe and supportive environment. Join us in our virtual cafe to discuss challenges, celebrate successes, and develop strategies for keeping families strong. This event is being
Grove Community Church Fish Fry

Join the Gove Community Church in Altona for a fish fry, benefitting the youth camping program. Meal comes with catfish filet, potato, veggie, coleslaw, hushpuppies, a drink, and a desert.
Wild Kratts Shadow Puppet Animals

Create your own shadow puppets in our Art Studio. Free with Admission
9th Annual Wild Game Feed

All kinds of wild game dishes! Bring your favorite wild game dish or just come try a wide variety of wild game. Side dishes and desserts available. Free will donation. Silent auction, gun raffle, $10 a chance
Thrifty Thursday!

Thrifty Thursday Join us for an evening of reduced admission! 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. $6.50 for admission/members are free. Advanced tickets required.
