Summer

July 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25 & 29
KEWANEE FARMERS MARKET
Corner of Tremont & Third
7:30 a.m. - 11a.m.
Visit our weekly Farmers Markets shop from locally grown produce and other goodies through October.

Month of July
VAGNHALL GALLERI ART EXHIBIT
Bishop Hill
New for the gallery in July will be an artists reception on July 10, 5-8pm. The new exhibit will feature ceramic artist, Lonnie Lawson. Also featured will be pastel artist Lee Kimball and oil painter, Todd Voss. The exhibit will run through July 26.

July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Kewanee
Enjoy various bands throughout the summer in Kewanee Veteran’s Park. Visit the Website or call 309-852-2175 for more information.

July 3-4
GALVA’S ANNUAL FREEDOM FEST CELEBRATION
Galva
Come and spend the weekend. Friday evening kicks off the weekend featuring Eternity Road at the Beer Garden. Saturday’s lineup includes an antique tractor show, art jam, pancake breakfast, fun run & 5K run, photo show, softball tournament, kids games, parade, talent show, food and much more. Join us in the evening for entertainment and spectacular fireworks at the Park District fired by International award winners Melrose Pyrotechnics. call 932-2555 for more information.

July 4
34TH ANNUAL FRANCIS PARK 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
4 Miles east of Kewanee on Route 34
The festival features annual pancake breakfast, ethnic food fair, arts and craft show, classic car show, steam engine display, antique tractors, a kiddies’ tractor pull, entertainment and tours of Woodland Palace. call 309-856-5336 for more information.

July 4
KEWANEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR
Northeast Park, Kewanee
Dusk

July 4, 18
RYAN’S ROUND BARN TOURS
Rt. 78, Kewanee
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Dr. Ryan built in 1910 this 80 feet high and 85 feet in diameter structure, which features a 16-foot diameter floor to ceiling silo to house 50-head heard of Black Angus Show Cattle. This is one of the largest round barns in the country. A farm implement museum is on the main floor. Groups of 10 please call ahead call 309-852-4262 for more information.

July 5
ST. MARY OF THE FIELDS HOLY HOUR
Hooppole
2 pm

July 9 – 12 and 16 – 19
BUSY BODY
Richmond Hill Players
Geneseo
Thurs-Fri-Sat 7:30pm Sunday 4:00pm
A tale of a Detective Superintendent, two busybodies, a corpse that vanishes and an officious office cleaner! The action of the play takes place in Richard Marshall's private office high up in a block of offices in London. Admission $8. Visit the Website or call 309-944-2244 for more information.

July 11
16TH ANNUAL APPLE ANNE’S ANTIQUE & FLEA MARKET
Alpha
8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Enjoy an upscale antique show featuring 30 vendors on the Alwood Elementary School lawn located on Hwy. 150. Early Bird Admission: $5, 8:30 - 3:00 p.m. Admission is $1. call 309-629-8708 for more information.

July 11
18TH ANNUAL COUNTRY ANTIQUE MARKET
Bishop Hill
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Over 50 dealers from seven states display and sell antiques (early country, primitives, folk art, pottery, textiles) on the Colony School lawn. Admission: $3. call 309-927-3042 or 309-927-3037 for more information.

July 11
CHRISTMAS IN JULY CRAFT SHOW
Hillcrest Resort, Orion
Christmas shop in July, view all of your favorite crafts and gather great craft ideas. Whether you like to shop or even interested in hosting a booth. call 309-526-8700 for more information.

July 11
LIGHT BRUNCH AND GARDEN STROLL
Cambridge
Start your morning with a light breakfast of fruit, rolls and coffee, included in the $8.00 ticket price, and then enjoy a morning stroll through four area gardens. The stroll is from 8:30 until noon, with brunch being served from 8:30 until 11:30 outdoors in Bill and Judy Schehl's yard and garden area, 311 W. South Rd. Four lovely gardens will be displayed this year in and around the Cambridge area. This is an opportunity to see some of the most beautifully landscaped gardens and garden designs. call 309-937-2633 for more information.

July 12
ST. MARY OF THE FIELDS HOLY SHRINE MASS
Hooppole
2 pm
Celebrate Mass at the Fields and view the Rolle Bolle Rosary.

July 18
KEWANEE CAR SHOW
Windmont Park, Kewanee
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
View over 100 cars on the shaded lawn of Windmont Park and enjoy local entertainment. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. call 309-525-2352 for more information.

July 18
NIGHT GOLF TOURNAMENT
Hillcrest Resort, Orion
Night Golf brings golfing to a whole another level. You will be playing with glow in the dark golf balls while the course is lit up with glow sticks down the fairways and around hazards. Think you're a professional golfer then test your skills with a night golf challenge. Cash prizes awarded. Call for more details and to make your reservations. call 309-526-8700 for more information.

July 18
VAGNHALL GALLERI COFFEE HOUSE
Bishop Hill
7-9 p.m.
Featured entertainment will be 14 year old Country sensation, Te Jai. Te Jai has performed all over the mid-west and has played Nashville. The young artist writes his own material as well as performing other country hits. Visit the Website for more information.

July 19
WORLD ROLLE BOLLE TOURNAMENT
Annawan
10 a.m.
Rolle Bolle was developed by the Belgians, and is somewhat a cross between horseshoes and lawn bowling. It is played on hard packed sand, with stakes set 30 feet apart. Teams try to roll the beveled, hard rubber Bolle so that it stays closest to the stake. For tourney information call. call 309-269-7836 for more information.

July 22
COMMUNITY BAND CONCERT AND MOVIE IN THE PARK
Orion
6 p.m.
Enjoy a free outdoor concert in the historic Central Park Band Shell featuring the Orion Community Band followed by “Sleepless in Seattle” at dusk. Food available. Visit the Website or call 309-526-8299 for more information.

July 25
HOOPPOLE MARKET DAYS
Hooppole
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Held in front of the Hooppole Community Center right on Rt.78 can’t miss it, don’t miss it! A little bit of everything. For more information contact Annette Frank call 815-948-9414 for more information.

July 26
ANTIQUE CAR SHOW
Bishop Hill
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Antique and classic car show. 9 a.m.-Noon: Registration; Noon-1:30 p.m.-Judging; 3 p.m.-Awards

August 1
HILLCREST POKER RUN
Hillcrest Resort, Orion
It is time to rev up those engines and get those motors running and head on to Hillcrest to take a nice scenic route of the Quad Cities Area and then head back to Hillcrest for a BBQ Pool Party with door prize giveaways, raffles and of course to see who has the best poker face oh, I meant who has the highest and lowest hands. Cash Prices awarded two people one to the highest poker hand and one to the lowest poker hand.

Aug. 1-2
MIDWEST FOLK FESTIVAL
Bishop Hill
A showcase of more than twenty art forms from ten folk and ethnic groups will arouse your interest in a variety of formats, including live performances, hands-on activities, demonstrations, displays, and an artist-led children’s area. In addition to five stages and activity areas, festivalgoers will have the opportunity to enjoy barn dancing, great food, and more. Visit the Website or call 309-927-3899 for more information.

August 1, 15, 29
RYAN’S ROUND BARN TOURS
Rt. 78, Kewanee
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Dr. Ryan built in 1910 this 80 feet high and 85 feet in diameter structure, which features a 16-foot diameter floor to ceiling silo to house 50-head heard of Black Angus Show Cattle. This is one of the largest round barns in the country. A farm implement museum is on the main floor. Groups of 10 please call ahead call 309-852-4262 for more information.

August 2
ST. MARY OF THE FIELDS HOLY HOUR
Hooppole
2 pm

August 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26 & 29
KEWANEE FARMERS MARKET
Corner of Tremont & Third
7:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Visit our weekly Farmers Markets shop from locally grown produce and other goodies through October.

August 6, 13, 20
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Kewanee
Enjoy various bands throughout the summer in Kewanee Veteran’s Park. Visit the Website or call 309-852-2175 for more information.

August 8
FREEDOM FEST’S 3RD ANNUAL CAR SHOW
Wiley Park, Galva
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Surrounded by beautiful shady trees visit and view a wide variety of cars, trucks and motorcycles on display. Bring your lawn chair, sit back and enjoy the 50’s and 60’s music provided by 3D Sound. All vehicles entered will receive a door prize. Food will be available, raffles and 50/50 for all spectators. For information call call 309-932-2555 for more information.

August 9
ST. MARY OF THE FIELDS HOLY SHRINE MASS
Hooppole
2 pm
Celebrate Mass at the Fields and view the Rolle Bolle Rosary.

August 12-20
RELIVE HISTORY AND PARTICIPATE IN AN OLD FASHION BARN-RAISING
Geneseo
The Antique Engine Tractor Association, Trillium Dell Timberworks and the Timber Framers Guild (experts from around the world) will construct a new club house using wood pin building techniques used for centuries. Volunteers of all shapes, sizes and ability are needed for this endeavor. If interested in participating no group is too small or too big call Charlie Tucker at 309-887-4653 or e-mail our club at enginetractor267@hotmail.com. Flyer

August 13 – 16 and 20 – 23
RABBIT HOLE
Richmond Hill Players
Geneseo
Thurs-Fri-Sat 7:30pm Sunday 4:00pm
This sensitive and touching play, which won the 2007 Pulitzer Prize, deals with a family’s grief and attempts to recover after the accidental death of a small child. Admission $8. Visit the Website or call 309-944-2244 for more information.

August 15
MAIN STREET FEST/AUTO SHOW/ TRACTOR DISPLAY
Cambridge
Wow! This day is a fun filled day of nothing but fun. The streets of downtown Cambridge begin to fill with Cars, Trucks and Tractors at 7:30am. Judging begins at noon and category winners’ announcement at 3:00 p.m. Family fun begins at 10 a.m. with children’s games, a dog show, a pedal tractor pull, bake sales, hot dog eating contest, cow patty bingo, and so much more. The evening ends with an adult only street dance in the middle of downtown. Visit the Website for more information.

August 15
PIE AND ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Bishop Hill
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Fundraiser for the Bishop Hill Heritage Association. Village park. call 309-927-3596 for more information.

Aug. 15-16
CLAY AND FIBER FEST
Bishop Hill
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Sunday noon - 5 p.m.
Pottery workshop. Demonstrations of pottery styles, spinning, weaving, and broom making. Hands-on activities include weaving and spinning. VagenHall Galleri will offer a Special Exhibit and Contest. Soup Supper will be available Saturday. call 309-927-3008 for more information.

August 20
MINIATURE GARDEN WORKSHOP
Sunnyfield Greenhouse & Garden Center, Galva
Last chance to discover the fun of gardening in miniature, you pick out the container and accessories and leave the mess to us. We provide the soil, inspiration and advice, a great project to share with a girlfriend, daughter or grandchild. Registration required Visit the Website or call 309-852-4172 for more information.

August 22
HOOPPOLE MARKET DAYS
Hooppole
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Held in front of the Hooppole Community Center right on Rt.78 can’t miss it, don’t miss it! A little bit of everything. For more information contact Annette Frank call 815-948-9414 for more information.

August 22
CUSTOMER APPRECIATION LUAU PARTY
Hillcrest Resort, Orion
Enjoy a poolside party to say thank you for your continued support for making Hillcrest Resort a vacation destination spot. Wear your favorite luau costume. Will be having complimentary food, door prizes entertainment and of course limbo.

August 22
FALL GATHERING
Sunnyfield Greenhouse & Garden Center, Galva
Look forward to fall, join the Get Started discussion on perennial gardening. Learn about the season’s best flowers and grasses and how to use them in the upcoming season. Visit the Website or call 309-852-4172 for more information.

Fall

September 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26 & 30
KEWANEE FARMERS MARKET
Corner of Tremont & Third
7:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Visit our weekly Farmers Markets shop from locally grown produce and other goodies through October.

September 4-7
56TH ANNUAL HOG CAPITOL OF THE WORLD FESTIVAL
Kewanee
Enjoy the perfect ending to the summer and visit the World’s largest outdoor pork barbeque held on the streets of Kewanee events include a parade, carnival, concessions, craft show, three-day flea market, live entertainment stages. Visit the Website for more information.

September 5
33RD ANNUAL HOG DAY STAMPEDE
Kewanee
Join us and compete in the four-mile Stampede, a one-mile run and a quarter-mile "fun run" for younger children. T-shirt awards, children under 7 receive a free t-shirt. Visit the Website or call 309-852-2175 for more information.

September 6
ST. MARY OF THE FIELDS HOLY HOUR
Hooppole
2 pm

September 7
SPIRIT OF ALPHA
Alpha
Bringing people together to enjoy the community spirit, events vary from year to year. call 309-629-4008 for more information.

September 9
STEARMAN FLY-IN
Kewanee
11 a.m - 1 p.m.
Dozens of the brightly-colored pre-World War II biplanes come to Kewanee and the public gets a chance to see the planes in action. Visit the Website or call 309-852-2175 for more information.

September 12
OLD SETTLERS’ DAY
Bishop Hill
11:30 a.m.
Join in the celebration of the 163st anniversary of the Bishop Hill Colony and the 113th year of the Old Settlers’Association. Enjoy eating a traditional chicken dinner, listen to the High Society Band and featured Bishop Hill Colony descendant speakers.

September 12
TIN CUP GOLF TOURNAMENT
Hillcrest Resort, Orion
Imagine a golf tournament where you pick what to use for a driver and a putter. No I don’t mean golf clubs, be creative, such as for a putter use a pool stick. So all you wacky golfers come join us. Call for more details and book your spot. call 309-526-8700 for more information.

September 12-13
ATKINSON HERITAGE DAYS
Atkinson
11 a.m. to Dusk
A celebration of small town life featuring a fun filled family event that brings us all back in time for a moment to understand our heritage, enjoy the company of others and an opportunity to meet new friends. Activities include 5K/1K mile race, Rolle Bolle Tournament, Children’s activities and adult and teen dances. Food available, Hutsepot a (Belgian Dish) is featured during the event. Fireworks at dusk close the festivities. Visit the Website or call 309-936-7658 for more information.

September 12, 26
RYAN’S ROUND BARN TOURS
Rt. 78, Kewanee
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Dr. Ryan built in 1910 this 80 feet high and 85 feet in diameter structure, which features a 16-foot diameter floor to ceiling silo to house 50-head heard of Black Angus Show Cattle. This is one of the largest round barns in the country. A farm implement museum is on the main floor. Groups of 10 please call ahead Saturdays. call 309-852-4262 for more information.

September 13
COLONY SCHOOL REUNION
Bishop Hill
2 - 4p.m.
Reunion of students and teachers from the Bishop Hill Colony School and area country schools.

September 13
ST. MARY OF THE FIELDS HOLY SHRINE MASS
Hooppole
2 pm
Celebrate Mass at the Fields and view the Rolle Bolle Rosary.

September 13
ATKINSON HERITAGE DAYS 5K & 1 MILE RUN/WALK
Veterans Memorial Park, Atkinson
Start time: 8AM 5K & 9AM 1 Mile
E-Mail - Race Application and Entry Fee Visit the Website or call 309-936-1211 for more information.

September 18-20
ANTIQUE ENGINE & TRACTOR SHOW
2009 MAIN FEATURE - OLIVER TRACTORS
Atkinson
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Event features the value of collection and exhibition of gasoline and steam tractors, power driven farm machinery and other equipment of historical value through field demonstrations, and displays of over 100 gas engines, garden tractors, and 200 farm tractors. Craft demonstrations, speakers, children activities and music featured. Tractor pulls featured daily. Food available. Free parking Three day admission: Adults $5 Under16 Free Visit the Website for more information.

September 19
FALL FINALE
Sunnyfield Greenhouse & Garden Center, Galva
10 a.m.
Fabulous finishing details of the garden season – 10 a.m. Getting Started Discussion “readying garden and containers for winter and at 2 p.m. “Seasonal Splendor” ways to decorate your pots, planters, and window boxes for fall and winter. Visit the Website or call 309-852-4172 for more information.

September 26
HOOPPOLE MARKET DAYS
Hooppole
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Held in front of the Hooppole Community Center right on Rt.78 can’t miss it, don’t miss it! A little bit of everything. For more information contact Annette Frank call 815-948-9414 for more information.

September 26
CAMPERS POTLUCK GATHERING
Hillcrest Resort, Orion
Everyone is invited, bring your favorite dish you wish to share with other s and enjoy great home cooking while spending quality time with friends and your family.

September 26-27
AGRICULTURE DAYS “JORDBRUKSDAGARNA”
Bishop Hill
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Celebrate Bishop Hill’s agrarian heritage, view traditional 19th century harvest activities and demonstrations, hands-on activities, music, farm produce, vintage baseball, and Colony stew. call 309-927-3899 for more information.

September 27
ANDOVER SWEDISH HOGMASSA
Andover
4 p.m.
Join a celebration of American pioneer faith of the early Swedish immigrants in Western Illinois at the annual Swedish high mass at Jenny Lind Chapel. The liturgy and music will be in Swedish, and the sermon in English. call 309-476-8228 for more information.

October 1 – 4 and 8 – 11
AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS
Richmond Hill Players
Geneseo
Thurs-Fri-Sat 7:30pm Sunday 4:00pm
Family comedy by Mark Brown, adapted from the novel by Jules Verne Directed by Jennifer Kingry Based on the Jules Verne classic, five actors portray a host of international characters as Phileas Fogg and his resourceful servant Passeportout race to circle the globe in an unheard-of 80 days with every step dogged by a detective who thinks he’s a robber on the run. Admission $8. Visit the Website or call 309-944-2244 for more information.

October 2 - 4, October 9 - 11, October 16 - 18, October 23 - 25, October 30 - November 1
TORMENT AT TWELVE HUNDRED HAUNTED ATTRACTION
Orion
Friday and Saturday: 7 p.m. to midnight; Sunday: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Torment at Twelve Hundred engulfs your senses with a magnitude of fears. From the ¼ mile trail through the woods, to Dr. Vilstein’s new hidden laboratory, and Hidden View Sanatorium, there is nowhere to escape the torment. The torture lasts 35 - 45 minutes, not including wait time. Torment at Twelve Hundred bids you to see what new encounters await. Be prepared for an experience that may reach into the depth of your mind, where the true torment originates, and remember: ‘The Realm of Darkness leaves us Vulnerable’. Torment at Twelve Hundred was voted by the general public in 2007 8th for best Haunted House and 7th for the best Haunted Event out of 300 Haunted Attractions in the state of Illinois. Sneakers and boots are suggested. Haunt is recommended for children over 13. Concessions are available. Admission: $10. 5030 N. 1200th Avenue, Orion. Visit the Website or call 309-945-5237 for more information.

October 3, 17
RYAN’S ROUND BARN TOURS
Rt. 78, Kewanee
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Dr. Ryan built in 1910 this 80 feet high and 85 feet in diameter structure, which features a 16-foot diameter floor to ceiling silo to house 50-head heard of Black Angus Show Cattle. This is one of the largest round barns in the country. A farm implement museum is on the main floor. Groups of 10 please call ahead call 309-852-4262 for more information.

October 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28 & 31
KEWANEE FARMERS MARKET
Corner of Tremont & Third
7:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Visit our weekly Farmers Markets shop from locally grown produce and other goodies through October.

October 4
ST. MARY OF THE FIELDS HOLY HOUR
Hooppole
2 pm

October 9-11
FORT OBIE RENDEZVOUS AND LIVING HISTORY ENCAMPMENT
Colona
Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Visit the old world featuring a tipi encampment, black powder shoots, pre-1840 demonstrations, bow shoots, tomahawk and knife throwing and pre-1840 trade goods. Concessions are available. Admission $2. Bob Davis Farm, 817 Cleveland Road. call 309-335-7033 or 309-375-6281 for more information.

October 11
ST. MARY OF THE FIELDS HOLY SHRINE MASS
Hooppole
2 pm
Celebrate Mass at the Fields and view the Rolle Bolle Rosary.

October 15
DOWNTOWN KEWANEE FALL FESTIVAL
Kewanee
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Visit the festivities and shop downtown Kewanee. Visit the Website or call 309-852-2175 for more information.

October 16-17
HALLOWEEN PARTY & TRICK OR TREATING
Hillcrest Resort, Orion
Join us for a good old fashion potluck and Trick or Treat around the park. Last year was such a success with all the different creative adult and kids costumes. You don’t want to miss out on great food, door prizes and of course prizes given to top female and male best costume. Prizes awarded to the best costume.

October 17
BETA SIGMA PHI 31ST ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW
Galva, Galva High School
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Shop for handcrafted gifts at Henry County’s largest one day craft show featuring over 100 booths. Located inside the Galva High School and outside in a large tent you will find your unique treasure. Food will be available. Free Parking. Admission: $2 for ages 13 and over.

October 24
HOOPPOLE MARKET DAYS
Hooppole
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Held in front of the Hooppole Community Center right on Rt.78 can’t miss it, don’t miss it! A little bit of everything. For more information contact Annette Frank call 815-948-9414 for more information.

October 24
TEXAS HOLD’EM TOURNAMENT
Hillcrest Resort, Orion
Do you have a love for playing cards then this tournament is for you. Cash prizes awarded according to how many players participate. Door prizes and raffles with fabulous drink specials. Call for more details. call 309-526-8700 for more information.

Oct. 24-25
A GATHERING OF AUTHORS
Bishop Hill
12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
National renowned writer J.A. Konrath, author of the Jack Daniels Mystery Series will be featured author. 20 Midwest authors will highlight their work, which include fiction, suspense, historic, children and more. The event will feature readings and signings. Vagn Hall Galleri, 203North Bishop Hill Street. call 309-927-3008 or 309-927-3899 for more information.

Winter

November 2009 through January 2010
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
Hillcrest Resort, Orion
Festival Lights will be filled with beautiful and out of this world Christmas lights, displays etc... You don’t want to miss out on this event. An event the whole family will enjoy and then after enjoy some hot chocolate or whatever drink you fancy at our Champion MVP Sports Club and Grill.

November 7th
HOLIDAY SHOPPING WITH DIRECT SALES/LUNCH & BAKE SALE
Cambridge
Join us for a shopping experience with area Home Party Plan representatives. Candles, jewelry, makeup, food, baskets, home decor and more will be available for sale. Many booths will offer cash and carry prices and huge discounts. A hot lunch will be available for purchase. Visit the Website for more information.

November 7, 14, 21, 28, December 5
TOY FOR TOTS KARAOKE CONTEST
Hillcrest Resort, Orion
Enjoy Toys for Tots Karaoke Contest Saturday nights through December 5th. This is a great way to help out children in need to have a great Christmas and to sing like a star with Rock Star Karaoke. All you need to bring is a new toy or a $5.00 entry fee. Prizes awarded to winners.

November 15
DOWNTOWN KEWANEE CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE
Kewanee
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Enjoy shopping in the downtown merchants while enjoying holiday treats. Visit the Website or call 309-852-2175 for more information.

November 21 - December 12
11TH ANNUAL GENESEO ART LEAGUE CHRISTMAS FOREST
10 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Miniature decorated trees, centerpieces; wreaths are available for silent bid. In addition to the silent bid a raffle option is available for one or more pieces. Open House weekend refreshments available and Christmas Walk night the tree bidding ends at 8 p.m. and winners of auction announced. All variety of fine art and photography make lovely and fun items for gift giving. Visit the Website for more information.

November 27
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE
Atkinson
11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Join the community and welcome the holiday season. Christmas tress and wreaths will be on display, participate in children’s activities and visit local business open houses featuring specials throughout the evening. Visit the Website for more information.

November 27-29
CHRISTMAS MARKET JULMARKNAD
Bishop Hill
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Savor the sights, sounds, and aromas of Christmas past. Encounter Swedish folk characters roaming the village. Special Music, Swedish food specialties and an abundance of handmade wares, folk art, antiques. Make and Take Holiday Workshops, Christmas Cookie Walk. call 309-927-3899 for more information.

November 28
OLD-FASHIONED CHRISTMAS
Galva
10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Breakfast with Santa, make-it and take-it ornaments for kids, edible Christmas ornaments for wildlife, carriage rides, candy cane hunt, viewing mini Christmas trees and a chocolate fair. Our parade featuring Christmas themed floats, marching bands and Santa begin at 3 p.m. Tens of thousands of lights light up the decorations at Veteran’s Park downtown Galva. Entertainment at the Galva Arts Council begins at 7:00 p.m.

November 29
FIREMAN’S BREAKFAST
Hooppole
Held at the Hooppole Fire Station located on Merchant Street

December 5
ANDOVER CHRISTMAS WALK
Andover
5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Andover Lake Park will glow with decorations. Stroll on walkways marked by luminaries or ride in a horse-drawn wagon. See Santa and have a barbecue supper at the American Legion Building with carolers singing. Visit candle-lit Jenny Lind Chapel. call 309-476-8228 for more information.

December 5-6
CHRISTMAS MARKET JULMARKNAD
Bishop Hill
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Experience traditionally decorated shops and museums. Encounter Swedish folk characters roaming the village. Special Music, Swedish food specialties, unique gifts, and more will be available for your holiday shopping. Select homemade chocolate delicacies visit the Chocolate Walk at Steeple Building. call 309-927-3899 for more information.

December 6
TOUR OF HOMES/CHILI SUPPER/ FESTIVAL OF TREES
10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
70 plus crafters will feature their crafts for sale at the Cambridge Parent Club’s annual craft show held at the high school. Visit beautifully decorated homes during the Tour of Homes 2-5pm. As you tour Cambridge, area churches will feature “specialty treats”. Hungry? Join us at the Cambridge Community Hall from 4:30 -6:30 to enjoy Holiday Music, a Chili/Hotdog Supper, view our Festival of Trees. Listen for the sirens at 5p.m. Santa arrives in style at the community center. End the day and partake in the Baptist Church Christmas Cantata at 7 p.m. Visit the Website for more information.

December 6
21ST ANNUAL WINDMONT PARK LIGHTING
Kewanee
5 p.m. – 10 p.m. daily through New Year’s Day
View a magical wonderland of vivid colors and whimsical lights celebrating the spirit of the Christmas season. Open daily 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. through New Years Day. Admission is free. A fireworks spectacular opens this annual event. View a magical wonderland of vivid colors and whimsical lights celebrating the spirit of the Christmas season. Walk through the magical park, listen to carolers & seasonal music, and enjoy cookies in the shelter house. Admission is free.

November 6, 13, 20, 27, December 4, 11, 18
FIESTA FRIDAYS
Hillcrest Resort, Orion
Come and enjoy out of this world drink specials, excellent food, and prize giveaways. It is time to enjoy the end of your work week in an environment any sports fanatic would love.

December 9
JOY OF CHRISTMAS SERVICE
Andover
7:30 p.m.
Augustana College students and faculty will deliver the program featuring choral and instrumental music and a reading of the Christmas in English, Swedish and German. Caroling students will lead a procession to the candlelit Jenny Lind Chapel, where communion will be celebrated. Refreshments will follow at the church’s fellowship hall. Augustana Lutheran Church, 628 6th Street call 309-476-8228 for more information.

December 11-12
LUCIA NIGHTS
Bishop Hill
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Festival of Lights. “Lucias” serve coffee and sweets in museums and shops. Special music performances to be held at various village locations. Performers include the Peoria Cooperative Academy Chorale. call 309-927-3899 for more information.

December 24
CHRISTMAS AT JENNY LIND CHAPEL
Andover
11 p.m.
Enjoy a simple Christmas Eve service with communion at candlelit Jenny Lind Chapel. call 309-476-8228 for more information.

December 25
CHRISTMAS JULOTTA
Andover
7 a.m.
Augustana Lutheran Church sanctuary will be illuminated by candles on the pews, altar and windows similar to the settings used by the 1870 Swedish congregation. Enjoy the Swedish anthem sung by the choir. call 309-476-8228 for more information.

December 31
28TH ANNUAL HARDCORE 5K “RUN YOUR ICE OFF”
Kewanee
11 a.m.
5 K race held, snow, rain or shine begins and ends at the Flemish American Club, 313 North Burr Road. Visit the Website or call 309-852-2175 for more information.

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