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Thursday, June 19, 2008 Today Puppet show DePriest Puppet Show, 2 p.m., Warren County Public Library, 62 Public Square, Monmouth. (309) 734-3166. Friday (June 20) Farmer's Market Monmouth Farmer's Market, 7 a.m.-noon, on the corner of North Main and West Boston. Market runs every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, 734-3181. Library lock-in Library Lock-In for age 10-14, 6 p.m.-7 a.m., Warren County Public Library, 62 Public Square, Monmouth. Games, food, ghost stories. $5 per child. Information, (309) 734-3166. Gospel concert Gospel Concert featuring Darrin Thurman and Jared's Gospel Hour, 7-9 p.m., Maquon Village Park. Maquon Masonic Lodge serving butterfly pork chop sandwiches, hot dogs, 5 p.m. Maquon Parish Youth will sell chips, popcorn and drinks. Free concert sponsored by the Maquon United Methodist Ministry Team. Bring lawn chairs. Movie Friday Features at 2, free movies for children of all ages, as part of "Catch the Reading Bug" summer reading program at the Galesburg Public Library, 40 E. Simmons St. Today's movie: "A Cricket in Times Square," 2 p.m., Hiler Room next to Children's Room. 343-6118. Friday-Saturday (June 20-21) Basement sale Henderson United Methodist Church's basement sale. Friday: 3-7 p.m.; Saturday: 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Church is located 3 miles north of OSF St. Mary Medical Center by Village Park. Lunch served Saturday; baked goods. Saturday (June 21) Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, on Simmons Street, just west of Seminary Street. Farmstand Local Growers' Network Farmstand, mornings, parking lot at Wooden Eagle Barn, 1291 U.S. 150, Knoxville. Fundraiser Fundraiser for FISH Food Pantry: garage sale, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 241 Circle Drive, Galesburg. No early sales; donations accepted. All proceeds to benefit FISH of Galesburg Food Pantry. Information, 344-1696. Relay for Life fundraiser Hopeful Helpers Relay for Life team and Pub 83 best-ball golf outing in memory of Bob Almaguer, noon, Gibson Woods Golf Course, Monmouth. Cash prizes awarded to men's team (can be 3 men and 1 woman), women's team (can be 3 women and 1 man) and co-ed team (2 men and 2 women). Meal afterward at Pub 83, Monmouth. Information or to register a team, (309) 734-5476. All proceeds go to American Cancer Society. Farmers' Market Abingdon Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon every Saturday, Main Street by Clock Tower in Abingdon. (309) 462-2629 or (309) 462-3727. Music festival Bishop Hill's Midsommar Music Festival. Free events include main stage performances, music workshops, open jamming, Swedish Maypole celebration, old-fashioned barn dance at Colony School. Information, (309) 927-3345 or www.bishophillartscouncil.com. Hog roast Maquon Fire Department's annual Hog Roast, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Dinner includes cole slaw, baked beans, $6 adults; $4.50 children. $4 for sandwich; $2 for dessert; $1 for drink. Raffle for gas. Saturday-Sunday (June 21-22) Olde English Faire Olde English Faire, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Jubilee College State Park. $7 per car for parking. Jousting on horseback, medieval dancing, tournament of arms, strolling players and troubadours, English merchant's delicacies and crafts, medieval armor for sale, long bow archery competition, pony rides for children. Sunday (June 22) Summer Social St. Augustine Catholic Church's annual Summer Social, 4:30 p.m. on church lawn. Hot sandwiches, salads, homemade desserts, beverages, raffle. Fun Fair Kohl's 14kt Crusaders' Fun Fair '08, noon-5 p.m., The Palace Skating and Reception Center, 1855 E. Knox St. Bouncy houses, carnival games, dunk tank, raffles, silent auction. Admission: $10 per child, adults free. Proceeds will benefit the Knox County Relay for Life. Tuesday (June 24) Cruise Night Abingdon Road Knights' Tuesday Night Cruise In, 5 p.m., Abingdon American Legion Hall on Illinois 41. Meet the Artists Meet the Artists of Studios Midwest Slide Show, 7 p.m., Round Room of the Ford Center for Fine Arts, Knox College. Participating artists Elizabeth Blau of Las Vegas; Iku Higuchi of New York; Jen Moon of Rochester, N.Y.; Matt Moyer of Columbia, Mo. Exhibit begins Aug. 2 in the Knox College Center for Fine Arts. 342-7415. Wednesday (June 25) Cafe in the Park Cafe in the Park, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Park Plaza, downtown Galesburg. Entertainment: Second Mortgage. Food vendor: Q's Cafe. Kindermusik Carl Sandburg College Kindermusik Summer sampler: Wiggles and Giggles Favorites, 6-6:45 p.m., Room F109. For ages 1 1/2-4 years accompanied by a parent or caregiver. $5 per child. Must pre-register, 344-1512. Band concert Summer Band Concert: Knoxville Community Band, 7 p.m., Gazebo, uptown Knoxville. Bring lawn chairs. Ice cream social by Knoxville Presbyterian Church, serving starts at 6 p.m., homemade cakes, pies, cookies and brownies, ice cream, drink. Country corn nibble Country Corn Nibble sponsored by OSF Holy Family Medical Center Auxiliary, 4:30-7 p.m., Monmouth V.F.W. Hall. Hamburgers, hot dogs, corn on the cob, cowboy beans, applesauce, Texas cake, coffee or ice tea. Adults $7.50 in advance; $8.50 at door. Children 10 and under $3.50 advance; $4 at door. Drive-through service available. All proceeds benefit patients at OSF Holy Family Medical Center. June 26 Puppet making Puppet Making Part 2, 1:30-3 p.m., Warren County Public Library, 62 Public Square, Monmouth. (309) 734-3166. June 27 Artist reception Artist reception: Cathy Crawford Exhibition, 5-7 p.m., Galesburg Civic Art Center, 114 E. Main St. 342-7415. Exhibit runs through July 25. Farmers' Market Monmouth Farmers' Market, 7 a.m.-noon, North Main and West Boston. Market will run every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, (309) 734-3181. Relay for Life fundraiser The children of DAYCARE-N-FOR A CURE Relay for Life Team's 3rd annual lemonade stand, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 306 S. Main St., Alexis. All proceeds go to American Cancer Society Relay for Life. Movie Friday Features at 2, free movies for children of all ages, as part of "Catch the Reading Bug" summer reading program at the Galesburg Public Library, 40 E. Simmons St. Today's movie: "James and the Giant Peach," 2 p.m., Hiler Room next to the Children's Room. 343-6118. Relay for Life fundraiser Relay for Life team Angels in Action fundraiser at Avcom Park, Avon. Sandwiches, desserts, 5 p.m. Performers: Joyful Noyz, 5:30 p.m.; Phillip McKinley, 7 p.m.; other local talent. Auctions. Bring lawn chairs. Horse Show Bushnell Horse Show, 6-10 p.m., Illinois 9, west edge of Bushnell. $12 adults, $7 children age 12 and under; advance tickets: $10 adults, $5 children age 12 and under. Concessions. Tickets at Bushnell City Hall, Riden Farm Supply or No Place Like Home (Macomb). (309) 341-6223. June 27-29 Antique tractor show Maple City Antique Tractor Association Summer Show at Sandburg Mall during mall hours. 344-1331. June 28 Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, on Simmons Street, just west of Seminary Street. Farmstand Local Growers' Network Farmstand, mornings, parking lot at Wooden Eagle Barn, 1291 U.S. 150, Knoxville. Pottery swap meet Pottery on the Square Swap Meet, 8 a.m., downtown Monmouth. Pottery consignment, appraiser's booth. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, (309) 734-3181. Rib cook-off Galesburg Jaycees Railroad Days Rib Cook-Off on East Tompkins St. (just west of Amtrak Depot). Entry fee $100 per 6-person team. Entries accepted until the start of the event. Information, (309) 297-6159, (309) 277-8592, www.galesburgjaycees.org/ribcookoff.htm, ribcookoff@galesburgjaycees.org. Chicken and noodles Chicken and Noodles Dinner, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., O.A.K.S., 176 N. Farnham St. Dinner includes salad, dessert, coffee or tea. $6 adults, $3 children under 10. Farmers' Market Abingdon Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon every Saturday, Main Street by Clock Tower in Abingdon. (309) 462-2629 or (309) 462-3727. Garden walk Oquawka's annual "Dirty Hands" Garden Walk, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Tickets available the day of the walk at Oquawka Museum Park on Oquawka's main street. Gardens not within close walking distance; brochures and maps available at sign-up. All proceeds go to the Oquawka Christmas Belles Toy Drive. (309) 867-8021. Campfire Campfire and S'mores with city of Galesburg naturalist Jennifer Bunde, 7-8:30 p.m. at Allison Campground. Pre-registration required. Information, Galesburg Recreation Division, 345-3683. Walking tour Galesburg Woman's Club's annual Walking Tour of Historical Homes, 1-4 p.m. Tour begins and ends at the Woman's Club House, 516 N. Prairie St. Strawberry shortcake and beverages served at the end of the tour. $6 adults, $2.50 children. Tickets available at the Galesburg Woman's Club House. Cruise Night Cruise Night sponsored by the Spoon River Regional V-8 Group of the Early Ford Club of America, 4-8:30 p.m., west parking lot of Sears at Sandburg Mall. No entrance fee. Music, food, prizes, drawings. Event will be cancelled if there is inclement weather. 344-1331. June 28-29 Railroad Days Galesburg Railroad Days. Events include carnival, exhibits, street fair, railyard tours, hobby train show, flea markets, car show, rib cook-off. www.GalesburgRailroadDays.org. June 29 Relay for Life fundraiser Relay for Life fundraiser: Baked Potato Bar, 10:30 a.m.-noon, United Church of Oneida (Presbyterian Building), St. Joy St., Oneida. Free-will donations accepted. Carryouts available. Proceeds to American Cancer Society. Cookout fundraiser Knox County TRIAD fundraiser, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Standish Park, Galesburg (at car show). Doughnuts, coffee, water 8-10 a.m.; sandwiches, ice cream 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Proceeds to Knox County TRIAD to help with programs and services for the senior citizens of Knox County. Ice cream social Ice Cream Social by Abingdon Masonic Lodge 185, 1-5 p.m., Rotary Park, Abingdon. $2 per person. Boy Scout fundraiser Knoxville Boy Scout Troop 220 cookout, 11 am.-1 p.m., Knoxville United Methodist Church parking lot. Pork chops and super size hot dogs, chips and drink. Drive up service available. All profits go to Scouts to help for summer camp and supplies. July 2 Cafe in the Park Cafe in the Park, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Park Plaza, downtown Galesburg. Entertainment: Aaron Stevens. Food vendor: Billiards on Main. July 4 Breakfast fundraiser Abingdon's 4th of July All-You-Can Eat pancake, sausage and egg, fundraiser breakfast, 7-11 a.m., Abbe Lanes Restaurant, Abingdon. $5 adults, $2.50 for children under 10. Band concert Summer Band Concert: Knoxville Community Band, 7 p.m., James Knox Park, Knoxville. Bring lawn chairs. Freedom fest Freedom Fest Celebration, Wiley Park in Galva. Talent show, 4 p.m. Big Bang Splash Bash Big Bang Splash Bash, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Lakeside Splashzone. Relays, games and prizes. Regular admission is $5 per person. 345-3683. Old Time Days Cameron Old Time Days, begins at 11 a.m. Antique tractor pull, food, band, fireworks. July 4-6 Sidewalk sales Sandburg Mall's Summer Sidewalk Sales. 344-1331. July 5 Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, on Simmons Street, just west of Seminary Street. Farmstand Local Growers' Network Farmstand, mornings, parking lot at Wooden Eagle Barn, 1291 U.S. 150, Knoxville. Farmer's Market Abingdon Farmer's Market, 8 a.m.-noon every Saturday, Main Street by Clock Tower in Abingdon. (309) 462-2629 or (309) 462-3727. Abingdon fireworks Abingdon's Fireworks Celebration, dusk, Abingdon High School. July 9 Cafe in the Park Cafe in the Park, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Park Plaza, downtown Galesburg. Entertainment: Eddie Winter. Food vendor: Packinghouse. Kindermusik Carl Sandburg College Kindermusik Summer sampler: Away We Go! Favorites, 6-6:45 p.m., Room F109. Participation for ages 1 1/2-4 years accompanied by a parent or caregiver. $5 per child. Must pre-register, 344-1512. Bandfest 2008 Bandfest 2008 at the Rivoli Theatre, 219 S. Main, Monmouth. Featuring Crossfire, 2-2:45 p.m.; Eddy Winter, 3-3:45 p.m.; Pay Up Band, 4-4:45 p.m.; Eternity Road, 5-5:45 p.m.; Paul and Eddie, 6-6:45 p.m.; Warren County YMCA Dancers, 7-7:30 p.m.; Jam Band for Parkinson's, 7:45-9 p.m. Food by Eddie B's BBQ. Donations at the door. All proceeds to Parkinson's Research in Western Illinois. July 10 Family night swim Family Night Swim and Slide, 6-8 p.m., Lakeside Splashzone. Admission is $15 for entire family (immediate family members). Children cannot be dropped off; families only. 345-3683. July 11 Farmers' Market Monmouth Farmers' Market, 7 a.m.-noon, corner of North Main and West Boston. Market will run every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, (309) 734-3181. Monmouthfest Monmouthfest and Health Jamboree, 5 p.m., downtown Monmouth. Food booths, inflatables, community health fair. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, (309) 734-3181. Movie Friday Features at 2, free movies for children of all ages, as part of "Catch the Reading Bug" summer reading program at the Galesburg Public Library, 40 E. Simmons St. Today's movie: "Antz," 2 p.m., Hiler Room next to the Children's Room. 343-6118. July 12 Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, on Simmons Street, just west of Seminary Street. Farmstand Local Growers' Network Farmstand, mornings, parking lot at Wooden Eagle Barn, 1291 U.S. 150, Knoxville. Farmer's Market Abingdon Farmer's Market, 8 a.m.-noon every Saturday, Main Street by Clock Tower in Abingdon. (309) 462-2629 or (309) 462-3727. Yard sales and pottery show Abingdon's City Wide Yard Sales/Flea Market and Pottery Show, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Yard sales throughout the community; flea market, pottery show at Abbe Lanes Restaurant Banquet Rooms. Rain or shine. Antique flea market Apple Ann's and Alpha Friends annual Antique Flea Market, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., at AlWood Elementary School, 101 East A St., U.S. Highway Route 150, Alpha. $2 for general admission 8 a.m.; and $5 for early bird admission 7 a.m. Free parking; food stand. (309) 629-8708. Caribbean swim day Caribbean Day, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Lakeside Splashzone. Music, limbo contest, and tropics menu items served. 345-3683. YMCA Survivor YMCA Survivor experience guides youth participants through ultimate test of character development, teamwork and personal challenge. For students entering 7th through 12 grade, sessions run from 1 to 5 p.m. at YMCA Teen Center, 2015 Windish Drive, Unit 9. Session 2 (Honesty) on July 12; Session 3 (Responsibility) on Aug. 16; Session 4 (Respect) on Sept. 13. Per session: $18 for Y members; $25 for activity members. Register at the Knox County YMCA, www.knoxymca.org or 344-1324. July 16 Cafe in the Park Cafe in the Park, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Park Plaza, downtown Galesburg. Entertainment: Jera Ferospenahi. Food vendor: Papa John's. July 18 Farmer's Market Monmouth Farmer's Market, 7 a.m.-noon, corner of North Main and West Boston. Market will run every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, (309) 734-3181. Movie Friday Features at 2, free movies for children of all ages, as part of "Catch the Reading Bug" summer reading program at the Galesburg Public Library, 40 E. Simmons St. Today's movie: "Charlotte's Web," 2 p.m., Hiler Room next to the Children's Room. 343-6118. July 19 Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, on Simmons Street, just west of Seminary Street. Farmstand Local Growers' Network Farmstand, mornings, parking lot at Wooden Eagle Barn, 1291 U.S. 150, Knoxville. Farmer's Market Abingdon Farmer's Market, 8 a.m.-noon every Saturday, Main Street by Clock Tower in Abingdon. (309) 462-2629 or (309) 462-3727. July 20 Horse show Galesburg Boots and Saddle Club's Horse Show, 10:30 a.m., across from Carl Sandburg College. $3 per class. Food stand. July 22 Cruise Night Abingdon Road Knights' Tuesday Night Cruise In, 5 p.m., Abingdon American Legion Hall on Illinois 41. July 23 Cafe in the Park Cafe in the Park, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Park Plaza, downtown Galesburg. Entertainment: No Reason. Food vendor: Chez Willy's. Kindermusik Carl Sandburg College Kindermusik Summer sampler: Milk and Cookies Favorites, 6-6:45 p.m., Room F109. Participation for ages 1 1/2-4 years accompanied by a parent or caregiver. $5 per child. Must pre-register, 344-1512. July 24 Swim registration Learn to Swim Registration for the July 29-Aug. 21 Learn to Swim Session. Sign up from 5-7 p.m. at Hawthorne Pool; classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:15-6 p.m. or 6-6:45 p.m. 345-3683. Swim event Kids Kick and Swim. Kickball from 10-11 a.m. with a full day of admission to Lakeside Splashzone. Parent or guardian must accompany child during swimming. $8 per child. Registration taken at Lakeside Recreation Center. For more information, call the Galesburg Recreation Division at 345-3863. July 25 Farmer's Market Monmouth Farmer's Market, 7 a.m.-noon, corner of North Main and West Boston. Market will run every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, (309) 734-3181. Movie Friday Features at 2, free movies for children of all ages, as part of "Catch the Reading Bug" summer reading program at the Galesburg Public Library, 40 E. Simmons St. Today's movie: "The Ant Bully," 2 p.m., Hiler Room next to the Children's Room. 343-6118. July 26 Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, on Simmons Street, just west of Seminary Street. Farmstand Local Growers' Network Farmstand, mornings, parking lot at Wooden Eagle Barn, 1291 U.S. 150, Knoxville. Farmer's Market Abingdon Farmer's Market, 8 a.m.-noon every Saturday, Main Street by Clock Tower in Abingdon. (309) 462-2629 or (309) 462-3727. Gospel concert Old Time Country Gospel Concert, 7 p.m., First Church of the Nazarene, 1501 Webster St. Food served from 5-7 p.m. includes Sloppy Joes, potato salad, dessert and drink for $4. Performers include Chris Postin and his Quartet, Jim Inman and the Westerners, Linda Hankins, Sarah Miller, Diane Johnson, Rita Shinn and Ruel Howerton. Free will offering. 342-9012 or 344-2274. Prairie Exploration Prairie Exploration, 10-11:30 a.m., meet at Lake Storey Park. Search for insects, spiders and learn about prairie plants. All ages are welcome. Pre-register at Lakeside Recreation Center. For more information, call the City of Galesburg Recreation Division at 345-3683. July 26-27 Horse show Horse show, Dan Griffith's Circle G Arena, 1327 Old Wagon Road, Knoxville. July 26: 3 p.m.; July 27: 9 a.m. Overnight camping, lunch stand available. 335-6073 or 337-2237. July 28 Youth educator seminar Youth Education Seminar, 10 a.m.-noon, Lake Storey Pavilion. Inviting all teachers, home school parents, community adult leaders and youth leaders to learn how a naturalist can create tailored programs to fit the needs of your classroom or group. Pre-registration is required. For more information, call the City of Galesburg at 345-3683. July 29 Cheermania camp Cheermania Camp for children 7-12 years old, 9-11 a.m., Lakeside Recreation Center. Cheer instruction by some of the Galesburg High School Cheerleaders. 345-3683. July 30 Cafe in the Park Cafe in the Park, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Park Plaza, downtown Galesburg. Entertainment: Mike Budde. Food vendor: Q's Cafe. July 31 Cheermania camp Cheermania Camp for children 7-12 years old, 9-11 a.m., Lakeside Recreation Center. Cheer instruction by some of the Galesburg High School Cheerleaders. 345-3683. Aug. 1 Farmer's Market Monmouth Farmer's Market, 7 a.m.-noon, corner of North Main and West Boston. Market will run every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, (309) 734-3181. Aug. 2 Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, on Simmons Street, just west of Seminary Street. Farmstand Local Growers' Network Farmstand, mornings, parking lot at Wooden Eagle Barn, 1291 U.S. 150, Knoxville. Artist reception Artists reception for both Members and Friends Exhibition and Studios Midwest, 6-9 p.m., Galesburg Civic Art Center, 114 E. Main St. 342-7415. Members and Friends exhibit runs through Aug. 29. Studios Midwest exhibit runs through Aug. 8 at Knox College. Farmer's Market Abingdon Farmer's Market, 8 a.m.-noon every Saturday, Main Street by Clock Tower in Abingdon. (309) 462-2629 or (309) 462-3727. Aug. 6 Cafe in the Park Cafe in the Park, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Park Plaza, downtown Galesburg. Entertainment: Charlie Hayes. Food vendor: Pizza House. Aug. 8 Cruise Abingdon Road Knights' Friday Night Cruise, 5 p.m., Abingdon American Legion Hall on Illinois 41. Steak fry by Legion. Farmer's Market Monmouth Farmer's Market, 7 a.m.-noon, corner of North Main and West Boston. Market will run every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, (309) 734-3181. Aug. 9 Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, on Simmons Street, just west of Seminary Street. Farmstand Local Growers' Network Farmstand, mornings, parking lot at Wooden Eagle Barn, 1291 U.S. 150, Knoxville. Farmer's Market Abingdon Farmer's Market, 8 a.m.-noon every Saturday, Main Street by Clock Tower in Abingdon. (309) 462-2629 or (309) 462-3727. Aug. 13 Cafe in the Park Cafe in the Park, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Park Plaza, downtown Galesburg. Entertainment: TBA. Food Vendor: TBA. Aug. 15 Farmer's Market Monmouth Farmer's Market, 7 a.m.-noon, corner of North Main and West Boston. Market will run every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, (309) 734-3181. Aug. 16 Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, on Simmons Street, just west of Seminary Street. Farmstand Local Growers' Network Farmstand, mornings, parking lot at Wooden Eagle Barn, 1291 U.S. 150, Knoxville. Farmer's Market Abingdon Farmer's Market, 8 a.m.-noon every Saturday, Main Street by Clock Tower in Abingdon. (309) 462-2629 or (309) 462-3727. YMCA Survivor YMCA Survivor experience guides youth participants through ultimate test of character development, teamwork and personal challenge. For students entering 7th through 12 grade, sessions run from 1 to 5 p.m. at YMCA Teen Center, 2015 Windish Drive, Unit 9. Session 3 (Responsibility) on Aug. 16; Session 4 (Respect) on Sept. 13. Per session: $18 for Y members; $25 for activity members. Register at the Knox County YMCA, www.knoxymca.org or 344-1324. Aug. 17 Horse show Galesburg Boots and Saddle Club's Horse Show, 10:30 a.m., across from Carl Sandburg College. $3 per class. Food stand. Aug. 20 Cafe in the Park Cafe in the Park, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Park Plaza, downtown Galesburg. Entertainment: TBA. Food Vendor: TBA. Aug. 22 Farmer's Market Monmouth Farmer's Market, 7 a.m.-noon, corner of North Main and West Boston. Market will run every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, (309) 734-3181. Aug. 23 Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, on Simmons Street, just west of Seminary Street. Farmstand Local Growers' Network Farmstand, mornings, parking lot at Wooden Eagle Barn, 1291 U.S. 150, Knoxville. Farmer's Market Abingdon Farmer's Market, 8 a.m.-noon every Saturday, Main Street by Clock Tower in Abingdon. (309) 462-2629 or (309) 462-3727. Aug. 26 Cruise Night Abingdon Road Knights' Tuesday Night Cruise In, 5 p.m., Abingdon American Legion Hall on Illinois 41. Aug. 27 Cafe in the Park Cafe in the Park, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Park Plaza, downtown Galesburg. Entertainment: TBA. Food Vendor: TBA. Aug. 29 Farmer's Market Monmouth Farmer's Market, 7 a.m.-noon, corner of North Main and West Boston. Market will run every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, (309) 734-3181. Aug. 30 Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, on Simmons Street, just west of Seminary Street. Farmstand Local Growers' Network Farmstand, mornings, parking lot at Wooden Eagle Barn, 1291 U.S. 150, Knoxville. Farmer's Market Abingdon Farmer's Market, 8 a.m.-noon every Saturday, Main Street by Clock Tower in Abingdon. (309) 462-2629 or (309) 462-3727. Sept. 3 Cafe in the Park Cafe in the Park, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Park Plaza, downtown Galesburg. Entertainment: TBA. Food Vendor: The Cellar. Sept. 5 Artist reception Artist reception: Exhibit by Michelle Sales and Jennifer Casey, 5-7 p.m., Galesburg Civic Art Center, 114 E. Main St. 342-7415. Exhibit runs through Oct. 3. Farmer's Market Monmouth Farmer's Market, 7 a.m.-noon, corner of North Main and West Boston. Market will run every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, (309) 734-3181. Sept. 6 Art in the Park Art in the Park fine arts fair, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Standish Park Arboretum. Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, on Simmons Street, just west of Seminary Street. Farmstand Local Growers' Network Farmstand, mornings, parking lot at Wooden Eagle Barn, 1291 U.S. 150, Knoxville. Sept. 10 Cafe in the Park Cafe in the Park, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Park Plaza, downtown Galesburg. Entertainment: Knox Jazz Ensemble. Food Vendor: Landmark Cafe. Sept. 12 Farmer's Market Monmouth Farmer's Market, 7 a.m.-noon, corner of North Main and West Boston. Market will run every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, (309) 734-3181. Sept. 13 Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, on Simmons Street, just west of Seminary Street. Farmstand Local Growers' Network Farmstand, mornings, parking lot at Wooden Eagle Barn, 1291 U.S. 150, Knoxville. YMCA Survivor YMCA Survivor experience guides youth participants through ultimate test of character development, teamwork and personal challenge. For students entering 7th through 12 grade, sessions run from 1 to 5 p.m. at YMCA Teen Center, 2015 Windish Drive, Unit 9. Four sessions: Session 1 (Caring) on June 21; Session 2 (Honesty) on July 12; Session 3 (Responsibility) on Aug. 16; Session 4 (Respect) on Sept. 13. Per session: $18 for Y members; $25 for activity members. Register at the Knox County YMCA, www.knoxymca.org or 344-1324. Sept. 14 Cardboard Boat Regatta Cardboard Boat Regatta, noon, Lake Storey. Rubber Duck Race Galesburg Public Schools Foundation's annual Rubber Duck Race, 3 p.m., Lake Storey. Rain or shine. Information, 342-9229 or www.gburgpsf.org. Sept. 19 Farmer's Market Monmouth Farmer's Market, 7 a.m.-noon, corner of North Main and West Boston. Market will run every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, (309) 734-3181. Sept. 20 Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, on Simmons Street, just west of Seminary Street. Farmstand Local Growers' Network Farmstand, mornings, parking lot at Wooden Eagle Barn, 1291 U.S. 150, Knoxville. Sept. 21 Horse show Galesburg Boots and Saddle Club's Horse Show, 10:30 a.m., across from Carl Sandburg College. $3 per class. Food stand. Sept. 23 Cruise Night Abingdon Road Knights' Tuesday Night Cruise In, 5 p.m., Abingdon American Legion Hall on Illinois 41. Sept. 26 Farmer's Market Monmouth Farmer's Market, 7 a.m.-noon, corner of North Main and West Boston. Market will run every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, (309) 734-3181. Sept. 27 Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, on Simmons Street, just west of Seminary Street. Farmstand Local Growers' Network Farmstand, mornings, parking lot at Wooden Eagle Barn, 1291 U.S. 150, Knoxville. - The Register-Mail accepts items submitted for the calendar. Calendar items should be for events that are open to the public, are provided for enjoyment or entertainment and have broad public appeal. The Register-Mail prints appropriate calendar items free as space permits. Mail items for the calendar to Lorraine Stone, 140 S. Prairie St., Galesburg, IL 61401, or e-mail lstone@register-mail.com. Items also may be faxed to 343-2382.
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