Jan 15 Thursday
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.
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 16 Friday
Come join us on January 17th for the grand opening of the WILD KRATTS traveling exhibit!
Jan 17 Saturday
Join us for a funfilled time at our Grand Opening of the WILD KRATTS Creature Power Exhibit!
Free with admisison
Jan 18 Sunday
Jan 19 Monday
Stop in to make your own Creature Power Necklace!
$1.00 with admission
Join us for GCC’s first rehearsal of our spring semester! Rehearsal begins promptly at 7 pm, so please come early to register. Make singing part of your New Year’s resolution! Semester dues are only $15 for adults, students are free. Questions? Email galesburgchorusmanager@gmail.com.We will be performing Requiem by Maurice Durufle on April 25th in Galesburg and April 26th in collaboration with Nova Singers!Photo credit: Gavin Waidelich