Events Calendar

BCA's Annual Christmas Market is always held the first Saturday in December and features over 65 vendors in our all-indoor market, providing a fun atmosphere for holiday gift shopping.
The BCA Annual Christmas Market is one of the largest annual fundraisers for Beardstown Christian Academy to help support school operations and activities.

Join the site naturalist as we explore the trails of the park in search of the many wonders of winter just waiting to be discovered. Hike topics may include how animals survive in winter, identifying tracks and other wildlife signs, winter tree ID, and the mysteries of snow and snowflakes.
Hike will begin at 1:30 pm at the visitor center
For more information, please call (309) 776-3422 or email Bridget.Hinchee@illinois.gov

Gene Anderson, DirectorProduced through special arrangement with Best Idea Wins Inc. Eight actors play 22 characters in this lightning-paced holiday farce!  It’s Christmas, and a young couple are awaiting the arrival of their first child. They have asked that their families keep their distance until they bring the baby home, but, of course, no one keeps their distance, in a hilarious Christmas story that celebrates families of all kinds.  
 

I am delighted to bring back one of the best duos ever to perform at Hickory Ridge, Jaigh and Josie Louder from Springfield, IL. Simply stunning original songs and masterful playing.

This four-part monthly craft club introduces adult makers to diamond painting and faux stained-glass art. Each session includes make-and-take projects:

Session 3 - 1 diamond art small canvas painting, 1 small faux stained-glass framed art

This four-part monthly craft club introduces adult makers to diamond painting and faux stained-glass art. Each session includes make-and-take projects:

Session 4 - 1 create-your-own unique diamond art medium canvas painting or 1 medium faux stained-glass framed work of art

Presented by DYNASTY ENTERTAINMENT

Kashmir - The Led Zeppelin Show, the nation’s most authentic representation of Led Zeppelin touring the country, is coming to The Orpheum Theatre on January 30, 2027! 

Kashmir – The Led Zeppelin Show is a seventies-era show with the music of hard rock pioneers Led Zeppelin. Kashmir’s primary focus is capturing the live performance and raw energy of a Led Zeppelin show utilizing authentic vintage stage gear, costumes, and special effects, with great attention to detail in a non-pretentious way.

Anyone who loves Led Zeppelin wants to experience an authentic recreation concert; this is the show to see!   Featuring some of the greatest tunes of Led Zeppelin from “Stairway to Heaven”, “Kashmir”, “Whole Lotta Love”, “Black Dog”, “Immigrant Song”, “Dazed and Confused”, “No Quarter”, “When the Levee Breaks”, “Moby Dick”, “House of the Holy”, “D’yer Mak’er”, “The Song Remains the Same” and other great Zeppelin tunes. 

Don’t miss this family-friendly show and use this opportunity to share and introduce this wonderful music to your friends, children, and grandchildren.

Book, Music, and Lyrics by Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman
(Based on the book How I Became a Pirate by Melinda Long, illustrated by David Shannon) - Fantasy Musical - Nikki Critser, Director

Presented through special arrangement with Theatrical Rights Worldwide.

A delightful, swashbuckling musical adventure the entire family will love!  Sail off on a fantastic musical excursion when a band of comical pirates lands at North Beach, looking for an expert digger to join their crew as they search for the perfect spot to bury their treasure.  Kids of all ages will love this one!

Without question, the most authentic Neil Diamond Concert Experience on the planet! Conceived in response to Mr. Diamond’s retirement from the concert stage and the huge demand from audiences worldwide to enjoy the music of the Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame icon in a live music setting, Jay and the dynamic Sweet Caroline Tour Band pays homage to Neil Diamond by performing the hits and beloved gems you know and love with the same energy and artistry Neil delivered over his incredible 50 year career. Over three decades, Jay White has performed more than 10,000 concerts around the world, reflecting the stage persona of an American Music Legend. Each expression of every Neil Diamond song performed by Jay evokes the power and the passion of a live Diamond performance.

We're excited to announce that the Fort Madison Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a once-in-a-lifetime group travel experience to Greece!

This trip is open to Chamber members, their families and friends, and anyone in the community who would like to travel with us!

Join us March 7-15, 2027, for the Best of Greece: An Aegean Odyssey, an unforgettable adventure through one of the world's most historic and beautiful destinations.

You'll explore charming seaside towns, walk among ancient ruins, experience authentic Greek culture, enjoy local cuisine, and visit iconic sites including Athens, the Acropolis, Mycenae, Epidaurus, and more. Travelers also have the option to extend their journey with a two-night stay on the breathtaking island of Santorini.

Whether you're a seasoned traveler or planning your first international adventure, this professionally guided tour offers the perfect opportunity to experience Greece alongside fellow community members.

View the brochure below for complete itinerary details, pricing, and reservation information.