Events Calendar

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.

The Macomb Farmer market is in Chandler Park and Downtown Macomb IL every Saturday (starting from May 3rd to October 18th) and Thursdays (Starting May 29 to October 16th.

Every Thursday & Saturday from 8 am until Noon, the Macomb Farmers Market is held in Chandler Park -- with fresh local produce, eggs, honey, jam, baked goods, & flavored popcorn, as well as fresh cut flowers & live plants, and both personal care products & hand-crafted goods made by local artisans. On Saturday only, you'll find all that plus packaged meat, ready-to-eat brunch meals, on-site knife sharpening, free professional dog training, and live performances by local musicians.

Schuyler County is proud to announce the upcoming Bicentennial Celebration, honoring 200 years of history, heritage, and community spirit. This once-in-a-lifetime milestone will bring residents, families, and visitors together for a series of events showcasing the county’s past, present, and future.

The celebration will feature a variety of activities for all ages, including:
● Bicentennial Reception with free cake balls, and unveiling of new county flag
● Time Capsule that will be opened in 2075 on that court house lawn
● Historical exhibits and displays honoring Schuyler County’s heritage
● Family-friendly activities, games, and contests including a kiddie and pet parade
● Food vendors and local artisans sharing their talents and flavors

“The Bicentennial is not just about looking back at where we’ve been, but also celebrating the people and communities that continue to make Schuyler County a wonderful place to call home,” said Janet Kays, committee chair. “We are excited to honor our history while creating new memories together.”

The committee extends its appreciation to local sponsors, volunteers, and community members who are helping make this milestone event possible.

Events will take place September 19, 20 & 21 in downtown Rushville, with full schedules and details available at smilesday.org or visit Schuyler County Bicentennial or Smiles Day on facebook.

The Mount Sterling Farmers Market began in 2017 as a grassroots effort led by community members with the goal of promoting local food access, small businesses, and community gathering-laying the foundation for the market we know today.

Mount Sterling IL Farmers Market will be held on every Saturday 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM from June 7th to September 27th Uptown on Main street

Proceeds support the 24/7 Emergency Cupboard sponsored by First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Sponsorships are available.

In roughly 2015,as an outreach response to the increasing number of food-insecure folks in the Macomb community, First Christian Church converted the marque in front of the church across from the Jail into a food cupboard. When the marque was removed as front steps were refurbished, a larger structure was built as an Eagle Scout project. In the past 10 or more years the church has maintained this honor-system 24/7 food cupboard daily, unique from other food pantries. Mainly the food has been supplied and stocked by church members. Occasionally volunteers from WIU, MHS, & ROYALS assist with stocking shelves. Each day a generous assortment of protein, vegetables, grains, cereals, snacks and quick meals are loaded onto the shelves. Rarely is anything left by the next morning. There have been people reporting that the Cupboard was a God-send and kept them from starving at a low time in their lives.

Though the Cupboard is intended as an Emergency food source, the increasing cost of groceries make it even more difficult for the food-insecure. As the need increases, the expenses of running the Cupboard have also. Although church members contribute monthly with a food/cash collection; and occasionally food is dropped off directly into the Cupboard by community members; it is difficult to provide the average $1000 to $1500 of groceries monthly. Past years local grants have been awarded to supplement costs & have graciously been accepted.

The biggest source of income recently has been the Park Golf Scramble Benefit. On Sat. Sept 20th FCC will host its 2nd annual Park Golf Scramble at Ball Fore to raise awareness & funds for the Cupboard. Many area businesses sponsor the event & donate raffle items including WIU tickets. Pantry foods are collected. Teams of 4 will compete for prizes & learn the game of Park Golf while helping stave off hunger. Lunch is included in the 9:30 to 1:00 event.

Tondo Painting with Raphael Iaccarino
Sat, Sept. 20
10am-12pm
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Join Internationally recognized artist Raphael Iaccarino to round out your drawing and painting skills with circular formats! This is a watercolor class, and the last chance to take a class with Ralph until Spring 2026!

Register at: https://galesburgarts.networkforgood.com/events/88520-tondo-painting-with-raphael-iaccarino?hid=MTY5OTc4ODY=&utm_campaign=dms_email_blast_4175099

The Friends of Argyle Lake State Park will be hosting a ‘Arts in Nature’ painting class at Argyle Lake State Park at the park’s visitor center shelter.

West Prairie high 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 frames will be available for $15 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.

Come by our Art Studio and design your own Geometric Art!

Free with Admission

Our monthly lab is the perfect opportunity for young artists who want to explore the world of ceramics! This program offers makers the chance to create monthly projects or to simply follow their own creative inspiration through clay. Across the sessions, we’ll explore a range of hand building techniques, exciting surface design processes, wheel throwing opportunities, and hands-on glazing to create amazing projects.
Our focus throughout the winter/spring labs will emphasize personal creativity, collaborating with nature, working in a series, and an introduction to alternative surface techniques. Come join us and make lasting memories and enjoy hands-on experiences in clay!

Session fee includes clay, glazes, use of tools and brushes, bisque and glaze kiln firings. Students are encouraged to return to the studio to glaze their work. Pre-registration is required and spaces are limited. Please register no later than the day before each session. See you in the studio!
Fee per session: $28.00 for Macomb Park District Residents, $37.00 for Non-Residents
Register at tinyurl.com/mpdregister/ or call 309-833-4562.