Events Calendar

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.

RUSHVILLE — Listen to your friends, your neighbors, your fellow community members, the Rushville Community Band is back, and you won't want to miss it. Every summer, families spread out their lawn chairs on the historic Rushville Square, kids chase fireflies near the gazebo, and neighbors catch up while live music fills the evening air. It's one of those simple, good things that people around here look forward to, and this year, the

Community Band is bringing it back for three special nights:

● Sunday, May 31, 2026, at 7:00 PM

● Sunday, July 19, 2026, at 7:00 PM

● Sunday, August 2, 2026, at 7:00 PM

Performances are held at the gazebo on Rushville Square and are always free and open to the public. Bring a lawn chair, bring the bug spray, and bring the whole family.

Celebrate the completion of a remarkable year-long project in the library! Last summer, local teens had the unique opportunity to partner with the Smithsonian for the Democracy in Dialog Virtual Exchange program. Through this collaborative effort, they planned and began painting a stunning mural in the library, dedicated to honoring area teens who have made a significant difference and featuring familiar landmarks.

Fresh produce, local vendors, and community fun are right around the corner.
Still thinking about being a vendor? There’s time—reach out to the Hancock County Farm Bureau at 217-357-3141 or [hcfbmanager@gmail.com](mailto:hcfbmanager@gmail.com).
We can’t wait to see you there!

The Fort Madison Farmer's Market is growing, and we want you to be part of it! Join us on Mondays at Central Park from 4-6 pm in June-September.

The market emphasizes locally grown produce and products, ensuring that all items are sourced from Illinois growers. This focus on local sourcing helps to reduce transportation emissions and supports the regional economy.
The market welcomes new vendors and offers a variety of goods, including fruits, vegetables, baked and canned goods, as well as artwork and crafts. It operates between 3 and 6 PM, making it accessible for afternoon and early evening shoppers.

Join us for Macomb's 4th Annual National Night Out, an event dedicated to strengthening community and law enforcement relationships. 

Meet police officers

Visit community resource tables

Listen to live DJ - Play in foam party and water feature

Explore emergency vehicles

Eat at Sandra’s food truck 

Listen to a live DJ 

Play in the foam party and water feature!

Enjoy an afternoon of strategy, connection, and friendly competition at our Mahjong Meet-Up! This relaxed, peer-led group is perfect for both beginners and experienced players. Participants learn from one another, share tips, and build their skills together as they play. Whether you’re brand new to Mahjong or looking to sharpen your game, this is a welcoming space to ask questions, practice, and enjoy the social side of the game. Please bring your own Mahjong set if you have one.

National Night Out is an event hosted by the Burlington Police Department and the Des Moines County Attorney's Office at the Port of Burlington. This FREE community event is filled with games, activities, music, and more! Many organizations throughout the community participate, so come see what the night is all about!

For more details or if you wish to become a sponsor of the event, contact Amanda Jenkins at (319) 753-8352 or jenkinsa@burlingtoniowa.org 

Every Tuesday Night!!
Come win some prizes. Free to play!