Jan 06 Tuesday
Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30. We will not have the program the week of January 22nd, 2026.Book will be read at 10:30am.Engine and Caboose is a weekly preschool program for children ages 2 to 5 years old. It promotes early literacy, fine motor and math skills. FREE with paid admission.
Open Mic Nights are back at Sullivan Taylor. Anyone with musical talent is welcome to preform Tuesday nights from 5-8pm at SulTay! Not preforming? That’s okay! Anyone is welcome to stop by and check out some music, do some homework, hang out with friends, or just grab a late night treat! We thank everyone who’s attended the last few Open Mic Nights and will see you all at the next one ! 🎷🎶 ☕️
Jan 07 Wednesday
The Jacksonville Area Museum’s annual “Building with Brick – The Art of LEGO” exhibit featuring more than 120 entries opens to the public on Wednesday, December 3 and will run through February 28, 2026. The exhibit may be viewed during the museum’s normal hours of operation on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m.
This fourth-annual exhibit features original and LEGO kit creations from all ages. Prizes based on public voting will be awarded in five categories: Kit Build for all ages, Jacksonville 200th (to commemorate the city’s bicentennial) for all ages, Original Build ages 13 and up, Original Build ages 8 – 12, and Original Build ages 0 – 7.
This exhibit is one of the most popular events each year at the museum. LEGO gift cards worth $100 will be awarded to those receiving the most public votes. Visitors may vote once per day and must do so in person at the museum.
Jan 08 Thursday
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!
Jan 09 Friday
Come join us on January 17th for the grand opening of the WILD KRATTS traveling exhibit!
Jan 10 Saturday
Jan 11 Sunday