Events Calendar

The Burney Sisters will join Grace Theisen, Jilian Linklater and Carolyn Koebel of The Rebel Eves for a special evening of harmony-rich, roots-driven music at Ca d’Zan House Concerts in Cambridge on Sunday, October 4.
Presented by Crossroads Cultural Connections, the all-ages evening will begin with an optional potluck dinner at 6 p.m., followed by the concert at 7 p.m. Guests who would like to participate in the potluck are invited to bring a dish to share.

Emma and Bella Burney have spent nearly a decade making music side by side, developing the kind of musical connection that feels almost instinctive. Based in Huntsville, Alabama, the sisters blend close harmonies, emotionally direct songwriting and an evolving indie-folk sound that moves between intimate acoustic moments and atmospheric indie rock.

Sharing the evening will be three members of The Rebel Eves: Grace Theisen, Jilian Linklater and Carolyn Koebel.

Linklater is a Michigan-born singer-songwriter who moved to Nashville at age 17 and spent more than a decade developing her craft alongside established songwriters and artists. Her confessional, deeply personal songs have earned millions of streams and led to collaborations and placements with companies and artists including Disney, Amazon, Netflix, JJ Heller and Jason Gray. Since 2021, she has lived, traveled, written and recorded from a van she converted with her grandfather.

Together, these artists bring a compelling mix of harmony, storytelling, roots music, indie folk, blues and collaborative musicianship to an intimate setting where the focus remains on the songs and the people behind them.

The Knox County Health Department, in conjunction with FISH of Galesburg, will hold a convenient Walk-In Flu Vaccination Clinic on Monday, October 5, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at FISH of Galesburg, 876 W. Main Street, Galesburg.

This clinic is open to individuals 6 months of age and older. The cost of the seasonal flu vaccine is $50 for adults and $150 for the high-dose vaccine. Medicaid and Medicare will be accepted, along with cash, check, and card payments.

Seasonal flu vaccination is recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older. Vaccination is especially important for pregnant women, adults age 65 and older, people with compromised immune systems, and those who live with or care for individuals in these groups.

After receiving a flu vaccine, it can take up to two weeks for the body to develop full immunity. For this reason, getting vaccinated early in the flu season is important. The typical peak flu season occurs between January and March.

In addition to getting vaccinated, everyone can help prevent the spread of seasonal flu by practicing the 3 C’s:

• Clean –wash your hands

• Cover – cover your coughs and sneezes

• Contain – contain your germs by staying home when you are sick.

For questions about seasonal flu or the upcoming clinic, contact the Knox County Health Department at 309-344-2224.

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 Western Illinois Museum presents a USO Night on Friday, October 9th, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm as part of the Macomb Park District and Western Illinois University’s World War II Living History Weekend. Featuring WIU’s Jazz Studio Orchestra with singers Nicholas Miguel and Melissa Chavez, along with dance instruction at 5:00 and 6:30 pm by Springfield dance instructor Elizabeth Cheney, the Museum will be transformed into a lively 1940s-style USO dance hall. Come on out, bring your best gal or fella, and enjoy some swinging big band music, hit the dance floor, grab a refreshment, and soak up the good old-fashioned camaraderie that made USO dances such a swell part of the home-front experience during World War II. A suggested $5 donation at the door helps support the Museum’s community programming.

Schedule:
5-5:30 pm Dance instruction with Elizabeth Cheney
5:30-6:30 pm WIU Jazz Studio Orchestra
6:30-7 pm Dance instruction with Elizabeth Cheney
7-8 pm WIU Jazz Studio Orchestra

Dancing is encouraged but not required, and no experience is necessary to join in the fun.

Located at 201 S. Lafayette Street, just a block south of Macomb’s Courthouse Square, the Western Illinois Museum is a nonprofit dedicated to celebrating McDonough County's history, culture, and traditions. The building is fully accessible, and free parking is available.

West Burlington, Iowa, September 17, 2026– Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center will host an employee and volunteer craft fair on their Fort Madison and West Burlington campuses on the following dates:

• October 6, 2026 | Fort Madison | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Foggy/Canella Conference Rooms
• October 15, 2026 | West Burlington | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Mercy Plaza Lobby

This event is free and open to the public.
Attendees will be able to purchase one-of-a-kind items created by Great River Health employees and volunteers. A variety of unique items will be showcased, including leatherwork, woodworking, doll clothes, blankets, greeting cards, holiday décor, and more. Food will be available for purchase on the West Burlington campus, with proceeds benefiting the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center Auxiliary.
“If you are looking for gift ideas for your upcoming holiday celebrations, this is a wonderful opportunity to purchase some unique, hand-crafted items,” expressed Terra Waggoner, Great River Health's manager of Volunteer Services.
This is an annual event hosted by the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center Auxiliary.

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.

On Tuesday, October 6, at 5:30 p.m., the Western Illinois Museum (WiM) welcomes James Brody, a teacher of the Alexander Technique and Body Mapping, for a workshop. Brody will show how greater awareness of our everyday movements can help prevent injury, relieve pain, and support our well-being over time. The program also explores the vital role the arts and humanities play in that well-being. All ages are welcome, and a $5 donation is suggested at the door. 

On October 6, 2026, WIU will host state officials and researchers who will meet to discuss the new Latine Homelessness in Illinois: Structural Drivers of Inequality report, which is a collaborative effort of the UIC Institute for Research on Race and Public Policy and the Illinois Office to Prevent and End Homelessness (OPEH), which is housed in the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS). Governor Pritzker stated at a presentation of this report on May 21, 2026,“This research, and the testimony of people with lived experience, helps us pave the path toward a state where no one faces long-term homelessness."

The report partly draws on insights from the Racial Equity Roundtable on Latine Homelessness, a group of agencies across Illinois that support people experiencing homelessness, which helped the research team conduct listening sessions, interviews, and focus groups, as well as Latine individuals who had experienced or were experiencing homelessness. Dr. Julia Albarracin, Department of Political Science, was a member of this roundtable. 

“Much of the public conversation about homelessness focuses on individual responsibility and personal choice. This report outlines how structural factors, such as a lack of affordable housing, part-time labor without a living wage, access to health insurance, and immigration status, often push Latine residents in Illinois towards homelessness,” said Iván Arenas, Senior Associate Director for Community Partnerships at UIC’s Institute for Research on Race and Public Policy.

A panel of experts, a person from OPEH, and a local support agency will discuss the structural factors that contribute to racial and ethnic disparities in rates of Latine homelessness, such as a lack of affordable housing, employment, and healthcare access, as well as other insights and findings contained in the report. A community member will share his experience with housing insecurity.

Great River Health will host its 3rd Annual Career Exploration Event on Thursday, October 8, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. The public is invited to attend this free event held in the Mercy Plaza Lobby at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, West Burlington. The event is designed to introduce students and community members to the wide variety of career opportunities available in healthcare.
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with Great River Health departments, ask questions, explore career paths, and connect with educational resources. Representatives from Southeastern Community College and IowaWORKS will also be present with information tables located near the Human Resources booth.
For more information, contact Great River Health Human Resources at 319-768-3750 or recruiting@greatriverhealth.org.

Come build with LEGO blocks to your heart's content. Open to kids of all ages; kids under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.