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VFW Auxiliary Soup and Dinner
2026-04-07 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg VFW Post 2257, 1001 Michigan ave, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Galesburg VFW Auxiliary Post 2257 will have the last soup supper of the season Tuesday, April 7th from 5 pm to 6:30 pm. We will be serving vegetable beef soup or baked ziti with garlic bread for $7. Included with the each meal is salad, dessert, and your choice of coffee or bottled water. If you want your meal to go, please bring your own containers.
Come early as we sold out early in March. Mark your fall calendar as we will start again in September of this year.
Post address is 1001 Michigan Ave in Galesburg.
All proceeds go to help support veterans and their families.

Galesburg Veterans Van
2026-04-08, 2026-04-09, 2026-04-15 | IL
We start running to Iowa City VA Hospital on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Please give us a weeks notice. 309-342-7735

Baby Bounce
2026-04-08 09:15 - 10:00, 2026-04-15 09:15 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg Public Library, 264 W. Main Street, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Stories, songs, sign language, and bounces for kids ages 0-18 months old and their caregivers. No registration required.

St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry
2026-04-08 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-15 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Corpus Christi Church basement, 273 South Prairie St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
ST VINCENT DE PAUL WEEKLY FOOD DISTRIBUTION. Weekly (Wednesdays from 1PM toll 2 PM) grocery distribution for individuals and families in need.
Curbside service is provided as well.
Not required to call ahead, but calling will speed up the process.
Will be asked whether they need a milk voucher, number of adults and children in family and about any food restrictions.
NUMBER TO CALL: 815-200-4911.

Chess Club
2026-04-08 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-04-15 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Henderson Town Hall, 215 S Main Street, HENDERSON, IL, 61439, United States
A chess club for players of all levels will meet at 6:30 pm on Wednesday nights at the Henderson Town Hall. There is no cost to come play, learn and make friends.

First Lutheran Church Food Pantry
2026-04-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-15 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | First Lutheran Church, 364 E. Water St., Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
First Lutheran Church Food Pantry, 364 E. Water St., Galesburg.

Hands Around The Courthouse
2026-04-09 14:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Knox County Courthouse Lawn, 200 South Cherry Street, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
In recognition of April being Child Abuse Prevention Month, please join the Blue Ribbon Task Force of West Central, IL for the annual Hands Around the Courthouse ceremony.
This annual gathering honors children whose lives are impacted by abuse and neglect. We gather at the Courthouse to pause and reflect, to recognize the courage of children in foster care, and the power of a community that chooses to care.

Lego Mania
2026-04-09 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg Public Library, 264 W. Main Street, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Come build with LEGO blocks to your heart’s content. For kids of all ages with an adult.

Tween Time
2026-04-09 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg Public Library, 264 W. Main Street, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Calling all tweens in grades 4-6! Join us twice a month for fun crafts, games, or building challenges. We will focus on a different topic or activity each session. Advance registration is required.

Jazz Night
2026-04-09 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Smokin' Willies BBQ, 161 N Cherry St, Galesburg, 61401
Join in a Galesburg tradition that is 30+ years strong, now at a brand new venue!
Come hear the Knox Cherry Street Combo on Thursday’s from 7-10 pm at Smokin’ Willies BBQ. This is a free event and all ages are welcome. Full bar and the best barbeque around!

Unused or Expired Medication Take Back
2026-04-10 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Knox County Health Department, 1361 W. Fremont St., Galesburg, 61401
Stop by the Knox County Health Department to safely dispose of unused prescription medications. This event is being held in partnership with OSF HealthCare and the Knox County Health Department.

Refresher Welding Workshop
2026-04-11 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Carl Sandburg College, 2400 Tom L. Wilson Blvd., Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Date: Saturday, April 11
Time: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Location: Galesburg campus / Building G / welding workshop
Cost: $150 ($300 original cost but reduced thanks to the NSAW Grant).
Facilitator: Kyle Brown, CWE, CWI
Who should attend? Skilled trades professionals seeking to update or expand their welding skillset.
Strengthen your TIG welding skills in a hands-on workshop for professionals in manufacturing, fabrication and related trades. Whether you need a skills refresher or want to expand into adjacent industry applications, you’ll receive expert guidance in a focused, industry-aligned setting led by certified welding educator and certified welding inspector, Kyle Brown. All participants will receive a certificate of completion to document this refresher training for employer records.
Register here: https://selfserve.sandburg.edu:8173/Student/InstantEnrollment/Search?SectionIds=83542
For questions:
309.345.3501
community@sandburg.edu

Second Saturdays: Spring Has Sprung
2026-04-11 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Lakeside Nature Center, 1033 S Lake Storey Rd, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026
Time: 9:30-11:00AM
Cost: Free
Location: Lakeside Nature Center
This month’s theme is Spring Has Sprung. Look up, look down- spring is all around! Let’s talk about the flowers and birds of spring! We will do a walk through the woods to look for spring ephemerals (the first flowers of spring), and make a flower press for the abundant late spring and summer flowers!
Class is held outdoors at the Lakeside Nature Center Shelter, with a Nature Walk through the woods, so dress for the weather!
This is a free program for all ages!
Pre-register at: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-galesburg-pr/shop/activities/6466710

BINGO at the Galesburg VFW
2026-04-11 12:45 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg VFW Post 2257, 1001 Michigan ave, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Come and have some fun at the Galesburg VFW with BINGO each Saturday. Doors open at 10:30a and BINGO starts at 12:45p.

Galesburg Public Library Teen & Adult Job Fair
2026-04-11 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg Public Library, 264 W. Main Street, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Looking for a job? Whether it’s a part-time summer job or full-time employment, check out the Community Room at the Galesburg Public Library on Saturday, April 11th from 1-4pm. Meet Galesburg-area businesses, fill out applications, learn how to write a resume/cover letter, get practice interview questions, and more!
The Galesburg Public Library also offers Employment Services that help with: personalized job search support, resume & cover letter assistance, interview prep tips, weekly guidance, and access to online resources. To schedule an appointment, call 309-343-6118 or email juanita@galesburglibrary.org.

Spring Music Trivia
2026-04-11 18:30 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg Knights of Columbus Hall, 1556 E Fremont St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Spring Trivia
Doors open at 530
Trivia starts at 630
J & J Entertainment
$10 per person/max of 10 players per team/table
Mulligan and Doubler are available for purchase
50/50
Heads and Tails
K of C Food and Drinks for purchase
Baked Goods/Popcorn available for donation

Play Without Boundaries
2026-04-12 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
An exclusive time for children with special needs and their families
$6.50 admission/members are free
Advanced tickets required

PFLAG Galesburg- Raising the Rainbow
2026-04-12 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | First Lutheran Church, 364 E. Water St., Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
A peer support group for primary caregivers of LGBTQ+ youth.

Toddler Storytime
2026-04-13 10:00 - 10:30 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg Public Library, 264 W. Main Street, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Stories, rhymes, songs, and movement for toddlers ages 18-36 months and their caregivers. No registration required.

Adult Board Games and Cards
2026-04-13 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg Public Library, 264 W. Main Street, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Adult Board Games and Cards, at 2-4 p.m. in the Communty Room at the Galesburg Public Library, 264 W. Main St. All adults 18+ are welcome to come and play. Games and cards provided by the Library and Royal Neighbors Chapter 20347, or bring your own.

Parent Cafe - Playing Together, Staying Connected
2026-04-14 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Event
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 co-hosted by Birth to Five Illinois Regions 26 and 33.

Toddler Plus Tuesday
2026-04-14 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
This program is for toddlers plus their families and is offered after hours. This program is in collaboration with ROE #33 educators. Special developmental activities will be available each month. Reduced admission rate is $6.50. Members are free.

Cuenta Cuentos: Bilingual Storytime
2026-04-14 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg Public Library, 264 W. Main Street, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Let’s read, sing, and play together in English and Spanish. For kids ages 6 and under with an adult.

Knox Rocks
2026-04-14 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Smokin' Willies BBQ, 161 N Cherry St, Galesburg, 61401
Don’t Miss Knox Rocks!
Come out and enjoy an awesome night of live music featuring Knox bands:
Love MCQ · St. Crescent · Midwest Acolyte · The Synthesis · Continental Riff
📅 Tuesday, April 14th
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Smokin’ Willies BBQ — 161 N Cherry St (just one block north of Main Street)
Free and Open to the Public!
