Events Calendar

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.  

Players Workshop's Young Actor Productions will present 27 area youth from Iowa & Illinois in "Dr. Experimentor and the League of Evil" by Charlotte Nixon, a sci-fi comedy about a villainous mastermind, a superhero, minions, robots, mutant bunnies, and other creatures and ingenious inventions, as Dr. Experimentor attempts to retain his membership in the infamous League of Evil. It's fun for the entire family. Presented with permission of Pioneer Drama Service.

Shows will be from 7 p.m. on June 25-27 and 2 p.m. on June 28. Tickets can be purchased starting June 11 and are available at the door.

Since 1982, Macomb's Heritage Days Festival has been an annual family-friendly event in Unforgettable Forgottonia.
The tradition lives on in our 44th year, Celebrating McDonough County's Bicentennial and our Nation's 250th Anniversary with nationally recognized music artists across three days with free live concerts on the Pepsi Main Stage!

Sunday, June 27th:

7:00 AM-1:00 PM - Pancake Breakfast & Tractor Show

9:00 AM-4:00 PM - City Garden Walk Tour

Plus, over a dozen Food Trucks, a cooled, tented Beer & Cocktail Garden, American Banner’s exciting Carnival Midway, a Classic Car Show, Exotic Petting Zoo with FREE Pony Rides for kids, The Bob Anstine Memorial Parade, PLUS the annual Airport Fly-In featuring the Pancake Breakfast and SO much more!

For more info, visit: http://macombheritagedays.com or https://www.facebook.com/macombheritagedays

Mark your calendars for June 25-28, and we’ll see you there!

Players Workshop's Young Actor Productions will present 27 area youth from Iowa & Illinois in "Dr. Experimentor and the League of Evil" by Charlotte Nixon, a sci-fi comedy about a villainous mastermind, a superhero, minions, robots, mutant bunnies, and other creatures and ingenious inventions, as Dr. Experimentor attempts to retain his membership in the infamous League of Evil. It's fun for the entire family. Presented with permission of Pioneer Drama Service.

Shows will be from 7 p.m. on June 25-27 and 2 p.m. on June 28. Tickets can be purchased starting June 11 and are available at the door.

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.

Want to find a way to connect with younger or older generations through literature? This is your chance! This all-ages multigenerational book club explores classic and new middle-grade fiction titles in a fun and accessible way. Titles are available as e-resources with your library card, with a limited number of print copies available at the Welcome Desk. Join us for fun, food, and connection.

Senator Ernst is bringing opportunities to the Heartland. The Entrepreneur Expo is an excellent opportunity for Iowa’s small businesses to learn about federal and state government contracting opportunities and federal innovation programs that support the nation’s defense industrial base. Attendees can learn how to sell their goods and services to the federal government; engage with federal innovation-focused programs, such as the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs; and explore ways their innovations can strengthen America’s defense capabilities. We request that you register by June 1, 2026. 

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.

It's America's 250th birthday! Come in for food, drinks, and fun.