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Tuesday, July 22, 2008 Today Cruise Night Abingdon Road Knights' Tuesday Night Cruise In, 5 p.m., Abingdon American Legion on Illinois 41. Computer class How To Buy a Computer class, taught by Carl Sandburg College instructor Linda Lee, 6 p.m., upstairs at Galesburg Public Library, 40 E. Simmons St. $1 registration fee. Register at library reference desk. 343-6118. Knox County 4-H Show Knox County 4-H Show, Knox County Fairgrounds, Knoxville. 4-H member exhibits on display and 4-H Federation food stand available. Free to the public. Information, 342-5108. Tuesday-Wednesday (July 22-23) Visiting authors Marilyn and Tohmas Twintreess, authors of "Stones Alive!" trilogy of reference books on energetic gifts of stones and crystals at Inner Wisdom. Also workshops and readings/consultations. Information or signup, Lianna at 343-8806. Wednesday (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. Thursday (July 24) Swim registration Learn to Swim registration for the July 29-Aug. 21 Learn to Swim Session. Sign up 5-7 p.m. at Hawthorne Pool; classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:15-6 p.m. or 6-6:45 p.m. 345-3683. Swim event Kids Kick and Swim. Kickball 10-11 a.m. with full day of admission to Lakeside Splashzone. Parent or guardian must accompany child during swimming. $8 per child. Registration at Lakeside Recreation Center. Information, Galesburg Recreation Division, 345-3863. Taste of Galesburg Taste of Galesburg, 4-10:30 p.m., Simmons Street between Seminary and Kellogg and adjoining parking areas. Favorite foods from local restaurants, children's activities, raffles, prizes. Entertainment: Justin Mooney with "Blue Skillet," 4-6:30 p.m.; "Mr. Myers," a Chicago-based group, 6:30-10:30 p.m. Admission: $3, 4-5 p.m.; $5 after 5 p.m. Children under 12 admitted free; all children's activities free. Prairie Walk Prairie Walk guided by Angelia Moorehouse, prairie authority, 6:30 p.m., Blackthorn Hill Nature Preserve, 1590 Angling Road, Alexis. Sturdy clothing and shoes are helpful; bring family. $1 per person, pre-registration required at 343-4321 or llwright9020@comcast.net. Web site: www.blackthornhill.org. Friday (July 25) Farmer's Market Monmouth Farmer's Market, 7 a.m.-noon, North Main and West Boston. Market 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 Galesburg Public Library, 40 E. Simmons St. Today's movie: "The Ant Bully," 2 p.m., Hiler Room next to Children's Room. 343-6118. Art show and open house Art Show and Open House, 2-5 p.m., Seminary Estates, 550 E. Carl Sandburg Drive. Free admission. Public welcome. Fundraiser Marigold Rehabilitation and Health Care Memory Walk team's Huge Yard Sale and Bake Sale, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 275 E. Carl Sandburg Drive. All proceeds benefit Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk. Ice cream social Emmanuel United Methodist Church annual Ice Cream Social, 4:30-6:30 p.m., 746 Hawkinson Ave., Galesburg. Cake or pie, ice cream and drink, $2; Sloppy Joes, chips and drink, $2; hot dog, chips and drink, $1. Carnival Backyard Carnival and Bake Sale, 10-11:30 a.m., 100 Oakview Drive, Knoxville. Obstacle course, haunted teepee and magic show at 11 a.m. Suggested donation $2. Proceeds go to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Friday-Saturday (July 25-26) Theater Coffee Bean Theatre presents "Summer Hysteria" at 2341 West Fremont St. Admission free; seating limited, reservations requested. 342-8942. Saturday (July 26) Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, 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 5-7 p.m. includes Sloppy Joes, potato salad, dessert, drink, $4. Performers 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., Lake Storey Park. Search for insects, spiders, learn about prairie plants. All ages welcome. Pre-register at Lakeside Recreation Center. Information, Galesburg Recreation Division, 345-3683. Pets Knox County Humane Society PAWC's Adopt-A-Pet, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Bergner's Court, Sandburg Mall. Adoption, viewing hours noon-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday at 1855 Windish Drive. 342-1275. Altona Day Altona Day sponsored by Altona Lions Club, assisted by Altona Volunteer Fire Department. Events include parade at 10 a.m. (assemble at 9:30 a.m. at Altona Grade School), food stand at noon at village park, children's games, softball game, fireworks at dusk. Folkloric dance group Folkloric Dance Group, "Mexico Lindo," 2 p.m., Knox County Nursing Home (inside), Knoxville. Free. Information or to join dance group, Celia Campos, 371-5965, or Cristina Campos, 371-5920. Dancers of all ages are welcome. Barbecue Allen Chapel AME Church's annual barbecue, 11 a.m. until sold out, in fellowship hall at church, 153 E. Tompkins St. Barbecue dinners with two sides for $8. Dessert and soft drinks sold separately. 343-6325. Fundraiser cookout Knox County Sheriff's Department TRIAD program's Fundraiser Cookout, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Galesburg Wal-Mart. Serving pork chops, hamburger, pork burgers, brats and hot dogs. Proceeds go to Knox County TRIAD program to help with programs and services for senior citizens of Knox County. Public invited. Corn boil Knoxville Christian Church's Corn Boil, 4-7 p.m. Pulled pork barbecue, corn on the cob, homemade dessert, beverage. $6 adults; $4 for children younger than 10. Bake and rummage sale Abingdon Historical Society's Bake and Rummage Sale, 8 a.m.-noon, at 115 N. Main St., Abingdon. Baked goods, clothes, knick-knacks, VCR, shoes and boots and many other items. Saturday-Sunday (July 26-27) Horse show Horse show, Dan Griffith's Circle G Arena, 1327 Old Wagon Road, Knoxville. Saturday: 3 p.m.; Sunday: 9 a.m. Overnight camping, lunch stand. 335-6073 or 337-2237. Sunday (July 27) Ice cream social Ice Cream Social, 4:30-7 p.m., Faith United Presbyterian Church, 200 South 8th St., Monmouth. $6 adults, $4 children 12 and under. Includes barbecue beef sandwich, chips, pie, cake, ice cream and drinks. Proceeds go to Jamieson Center, Starting Point, PASS, Habitat for Humanity, Relay for Life and for building and operating a health clinic in Kandithankulam, India. July 28 Youth educator seminar Youth Education Seminar, 10 a.m.-noon, Lake Storey Pavilion. Teachers, home school parents, community adult leaders, youth leaders may learn how a naturalist can create tailored programs to fit needs of classroom or group. Pre-registration required. Information, city of Galesburg, 345-3683. Safety awareness seminar Safety Awareness Seminar for girls ages 14-19 at Moose Lodge, 161 N. Cherry St. First session, 2-4:30 p.m., second session 5-7 p.m. Information, Paula, Knox County Teen Court, 345-3800. July 29-Aug. 2 Knox County Fair Knox County Fair, Knox County Fairgrounds, 1392 Knox Highway 9, Knoxville. Entertainment, motor sports, livestock shows, carnival rides, free parking, food, crafts, grandstand events. www.knoxfair.com. 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. Aug. 1 Farmers' Market Monmouth Farmer's Market, 7 a.m.-noon, North Main and West Boston. Market every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, (309) 734-3181. Aug. 1-3 Theater Nazarene Community Theatre presents: "Charlotte's Web, the Musical," at First Church of the Nazarene, 1501 Webster St. Aug. 1-2: 7 p.m.; Aug. 3: 2 p.m. General admission: $5 / family $15. 342-9012. Aug. 2 Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, 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 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 through Aug. 29; Studios Midwest through Aug. 8 at Knox College. Farmers' Market Abingdon Farmer's Market, 8 a.m.-noon every Saturday, Main Street by Clock Tower in Abingdon. 462-2629 or 462-3727. Baby Shower fundraiser Knox County Right to Life's annual Community Baby Shower Brunch for the Women's Pregnancy Center of Galesburg, 8-10:30 a.m., Lake Storey Park Shelter 1. Gently used items include car seats, bassinets, changing tables, baby cribs, mattresses; maternity clothing, diapers may be donated. If unable to attend and want to give gift or donation, contact Knox County Right to Life, P.O. Box 1462, Galesburg, or call Pat Regnier, 375-6816. 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 on Illinois 41. Steak fry by Legion. Farmer's Market Monmouth Farmer's Market, 7 a.m.-noon, North Main and West Boston. Market every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, 734-3181. Music Ryberg's Countrytime Opry with Lee Jared's Gospel Hour and special guests Tammy and Taylor Lufkin and Mike and Frank Terry as "The Bluegrass Cheeseburgers," 7 p.m., O.A.K.S. Senior Center, 176 N. Farnham St. No cover charge; free-will offering. Concessions by O.A.K.S. Aug. 9 Farmers' Market Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon, Simmons Street, just west of Seminary Street. Farmstand Local Growers' Network Farmstand, mornings, parking lot at Wooden Eagle Barn, 1291 U.S. 150, Knoxville. Farmers' Market Abingdon Farmer's Market, 8 a.m.-noon every Saturday, Main Street by Clock Tower in Abingdon. 462-2629 or 462-3727. Bandfest 2008 Bandfest 2008 at 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 door. All proceeds to Parkinson's Research in Western Illinois. Gospel Music Southern Gospel Music Group Concert Series: Forgiven Quartet from Bartlesville, Okla., 6:30 p.m., First Church of God, 1080 Harrison St., Galesburg. Doors open 5 p.m. Ham sandwich, chips, dessert, drink, $3.50. Free-will offering concert. Information, 343-2179 or 343-6320. 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 Farmers' Market Monmouth Farmers' Market, 7 a.m.-noon, corner of North Main and West Boston. Market every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, 734-3181. Aug. 13-17 Visiting authors Marilyn and Tohmas Twintreess, authors of the "Stones Alive!" trilogy of reference books on the energetic gifts of stones and crystals visiting the Inner Wisdom store. Also offering workshops and readings/consultations. Information or to sign up, Lianna, 343-8806. 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. Farmers' Market Abingdon Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon every Saturday, Main Street by Clock Tower in Abingdon. 462-2629 or 462-3727. YMCA Survivor YMCA Survivor experience guides youth participants through ultimate test of character development, teamwork and personal challenge. For students entering grades 7-12. Sessions 1 to 5 p.m. at YMCA Teen Center, 2015 Windish Drive, Unit 9. Session 3 (Responsibility), Aug. 16; Session 4 (Respect), Sept. 13. $18 for Y members, $25 for activity members per session. Register at the Knox County YMCA, www.knoxymca.org or 344-1324. Aug. 16-17 Quilt Show Galesburg Piecemakers Quilt Guild's annual Quilt Show at Carl Sandburg College. Aug. 16: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Aug. 17: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission: $5 adults, $1 for children ages 6-12, free for children 5 and younger. Quilts donated by members for a silent auction; proceeds to benefit Knox County Relay for Life. 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. Breakfast Keithsburg Boat Club's annual Boat In Breakfast, 6 a.m.-1 p.m. rain or shine. Serving eggs, whole hog sausage, bacon, potatoes, toast and coffee. 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 Farmers' Market Monmouth Farmers' Market, 7 a.m.-noon, corner of North Main and West Boston. Market 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. Farmers' Market Abingdon Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon every Saturday, Main Street by Clock Tower in Abingdon. 462-2629 or 462-3727. Aug. 24 Horse show Lomax Saddle Club's Jim Johnson Memorial Horse Show, 1 p.m. Information, Jim, (217) 449-3312; Dawn, (309) 627-2176. 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 Farmers' Market Monmouth Farmers' Market, 7 a.m.-noon, corner of North Main and West Boston. Market every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, 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. Farmers' Market Abingdon Farmers' Market, 8 a.m.-noon every Saturday, Main Street by Clock Tower in Abingdon. 462-2629 or 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 Exhibit by Michelle Sales and Jennifer Casey, 5-7 p.m., Galesburg Civic Art Center, 114 E. Main St. 342-7415. Runs through Oct. 3. Farmers' Market Monmouth Farmers' Market, 7 a.m.-noon, corner of North Main and West Boston. Market every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, 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 Farmers' Market Monmouth Farmers' Market, 7 a.m.-noon, corner of North Main and West Boston. Market every Friday through October. Information, Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, 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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