Events Calendar

Interested in learning chess or brushing up on your skills? Join us for this drop-in chess club in the Create Space.

No registration required; all skill levels welcome.

Help Grow the Game in West-Central Illinois 
Become a U.S. Soccer-certified referee and help make youth soccer possible in our community. 

Macomb Soccer Club is proud to host a U.S. Soccer First-Time Referee Course in partnership with the Illinois Soccer Referee Committee.
Whether you're a current player, former player, parent, teacher, coach, or simply someone looking for a flexible way to give back to the community, becoming a referee is a great way to stay involved in the game.

Referees are essential to every match. By increasing the number of local officials, we can provide more opportunities for young athletes throughout our region.

All participants must:
- Register through the U.S. Soccer Learning Center

- Complete the required online coursework

- Complete the SafeSport Training

- Pass the online assessments

- Attend the in-person field session

Registration is not complete until all online assignments have been finished

Minimum Age: 13 years old

The Friends of Argyle Lake State Park will be hosting ‘Arts in Nature’ painting classes at Argyle Lake State Park at the park’s visitor center shelter. The November class will be held at the maintenance building unless it’s nice outside. West Prairie Elementary School art instructor, Jennifer Cordell, will share her passion for painting while instructing participants in creating a nature painting. The program fee is $20, as all materials and supplies will be provided. Locally handcrafted Amish oak frames will be available for $20 if you'd like to frame your one- of-a-kind masterpiece afterwards.

Please email Bridget.Hinchee@illinois.gov or call the park office at (309)776-3422. Registration is limited to the first 20 people. All ages welcome with parental help.

Join local historian *Terry Abrisz for some refreshments and Burlington history. Terry uses the local newspaper to share the story of the community with a different topic each month. This month, Terry presents "The Manor on Roosevelt." No registration required; all are welcome.

Would it surprise you to know that the story of Rapunzel happened in France? Well, it didn’t really, but our story takes you on a frivolous frolic through the French countryside. The Ogres garden in the Mushroom patch, while the Corn and Potato spies report back to Madame Gothel. Frenchy and his intense friends, the Wood Elves, do their best to help Rapunzel escape the grasp of Madame Gothel. The lost Prince, Rapunzel’s parents, and her friends, the Unicorns, try to help. Just when you think it’s safe to cross the bridge, a Troll and Three Billy Goats Gruff get in the way. Add to that the Gremlins trying to play tricks on everyone, and you have chaos! In short, Rapunzel and all the rest of the characters tell a silly tale of personal triumph and friendship.

Generously sponsored by Ramsey Financial Svc.

Showtimes at 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm

Firefly Nights – Opening Weekend
July 31 & August 1
4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
FREE Admission

Join us for the first weekend of Firefly Nights and enjoy a laid-back summer evening on the farm! Spend the night surrounded by twinkling lights, great music, delicious food, local vendors, and a relaxed atmosphere perfect for families, friends, and date nights alike.
What to expect:
- Live Music
- Food & Snacks
- Local Vendors
- Cold Drinks
- Relaxed Summer Night Atmosphere
- Plenty of Fireflies & Farm Charm

Bring your lawn chairs, gather your friends, and come enjoy a summer evening under the lights with us. We can’t wait to kick off Firefly Nights with you!
July 31 & August 1 | 4PM–10PM

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.  

Write this date down, going to be an AWESOME time. Cars, trucks, and bikes are welcome!

Join the Fort Madison Historic Preservation Presents:
Downtown Fort Madison Through the Ages on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Join us for the second year of a tour with different locations and the history of downtown. We will kick off the tour at the Moose Lodge at 624 Avenue G. (Join the Moose Lodge for their annual Shrimp Boil before the tour!)
Tickets are $15.00 each and include a booklet of the tour. Tickets can be purchased online at: https://app.seemylegacy.com/community/2268/campaign/9249. Reservations can also be made with Laura Liegois at City of Fort Madison at 319-372-7700, etc. 203 or citymanager@fort Madison-ia.com
Dinner at the Moose Lodge for their Annual Shrimp Boil:

Our gracious host, the Moose Lodge, is serving its annual Shrimp Boil beginning at 5:00 p.m. Cost: $25 per person
For Shrimp Boil reservations, contact:
Greg Smith
319-470-4071

The Western Illinois Museum invites the community to an afternoon of film, food, and conversation with a screening of the inspiring documentary Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am on Sunday, August 2, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Museum. Following the screening, guests are invited to stay for Larry A's pizza, dessert, and conversation. A suggested $5 donation will be collected at the door. Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am runs approximately two hours and is not rated.
Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am is an intimate and visually rich portrait of Nobel and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Toni Morrison that explores her extraordinary life, literary legacy, and enduring influence on American culture. The documentary features Morrison's own reflections, archival footage, and interviews with writers, artists, and cultural leaders, including Angela Davis, Oprah Winfrey, Walter Mosley, and Fran Lebowitz. It celebrates her groundbreaking work while examining themes of race, history, identity, and storytelling. Featuring original music by Kathryn Bostic and artwork by acclaimed contemporary African American artists, this engaging documentary offers both an introduction to and new insights into one of America's most influential voices. 

This screening is part of the Museum's film series exploring literacy and storytelling. Join us for the final film in the series on September 6th for The Thinking Game.