Aug 06 Thursday
Get ready for a night where the colors are loud, and the bingo competition is louder!Join us for Vendor Bingo – Tie Dye Edition and enjoy: Bingo with cash prizes, Delicious food, Drinks & Desserts, and Shopping with 20+ local vendors
Warning: Tie Dye may increase confidence and bingo enthusiasm
Bingo Prizes: $50 cash each round (Winning looks good on everyone)
Theme: Tie Dye - Break out your brightest, wildest, possibly homemade creations. The more colors, the better!
The best tie-dye look could snag an extra $50 cash prize
Bring your friends, embrace the chaos, and come get groovy with us. Because nothing says fun like daubers, desserts, and a little rainbow madness.
Aug 07 Friday
Come enjoy beautiful Lake Argyle while taking a relaxing morning pontoon boat ride on the lake as we watch for wildlife. Life jackets, binoculars, and field guides will be available, or you’re welcome to bring your own. **Pre-registration is required, and space is limited to 6 participants. ** Please email Bridget.Hinchee@illinois.gov or call (309) 776-3422 for more information or to register.
Join us for three evenings of stargazing with hobby astronomer Larry Knicl. Depending on the date, we will have the opportunity to observe planets and the Moon and Mars (June), Mars, Pluto, and the Moon (August), Saturn, Pluto, and Neptune, and possibly remnants of the Orionids meteor shower (October); and many deep sky objects, including star clusters, nebulae, other galaxies, and the varying seasonal constellations. These programs will be held at the parking lot near the park’s Sunset shelter (1st left turn upon entering the park). For your comfort, bring a chair or blanket, insect repellent, and a flashlight. To make viewing safer, observing will be done using a telescope connected to a video screen, rather than a telescope eyepiece. In the event of inclement weather or poor visibility, these programs may be canceled, so check the Friends of ALSP Facebook page before heading out if the sky isn’t clear. For more information, please call (309) 776-3422 or email Bridget.Hinchee@illinois.gov
Aug 08 Saturday
Our 6th market of the season is here! Hot food this week will be from Little Pallet Farmhouse, and music by Tex Carroll. Production is increasing every week. Our vendors love seeing you!
The Farmer’s Market is a true grower’s market. Products that are allowed for sale are directly grown, baked, or produced by the person who is setting up at the market. The market generally features for purchase fresh vegetables and fruits, meat, baked goods, flowers and plants, pumpkins, gourds, and more! Visitors can also enjoy live music on select Saturdays and free coffee at every market!
The Macomb Farmers Market is dedicated to providing an opportunity for local farmers, food producers, artisans, and crafters to sell directly to the consumer in a venue that builds community and supports the development of entrepreneurs.
All your favorite vendors will be there selling produce, plants, baked goods, clothes, and many more. Stop by to check all these amazing products! Market starts at 8 am and ends at 1 pm at Washington Park!
Hello and welcome to the Galesburg Farmers Market. We have a variety of vendors who offer fresh and locally grown foods and plants, as well as a wide range of affordable handmade items. Feel free to come and shop, or if you are interested in being a vendor, please speak with Kathy, who is the Market Manager, or Myra, Market Assistant. We will be happy to help you out.
Join us for a morning or afternoon of paddling and enjoying nature on beautiful Lake Argyle. Kayaks, paddles, and life jackets are being provided by the Friends of Argyle. Ten adult kayaks and 2 youth kayaks (for ages 5+) are available, so space is limited to the first 12 people to register for each tour. Two times are being offered each day, and each outing will be about 2 hours. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at the parking area near the dam/spillway for this program.
Please register by calling (309) 776-3422 or emailing Bridget.Hinchee@illinois.gov
Saturdays throughout June, enjoy live music at the bar and grill at Kickapoo State Recreation Area. Shows featuring country, folk, and classic rock begin at 5 p.m. each night. Learn more at Kickapoo Adventures online.