Youth fishing derby, bloody mary brunch and more: 10 things to do in Galesburg
This weekend in Galesburg offers a wide variety of events, including live music, fishing and more.
Here are 10 things to do this weekend in the area.
Thursday Night Jazz
What: Come hear the Knox Cherry Street Combo. There will be a full bar and you can order food from any local restaurants (some within walking distance) and have "supper at the center." No outside drinks allowed.
When: 7 to 10 p.m. Thursday
Where: Galesburg Community Arts Center, 349 E. Main St., Galesburg
Cost: Free
For more: 309-342-7415
Bumblebee Bay
What: Spring has sprung, and you can paint together while supporting St. Jude's.
When: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday
Where: Art Defined, 306 E. Simmons St., Galesburg
For more: 309-343-0021
Odd Couple (Female Version)
What: Neil Simon’s revision of his hugely successful play, "The Odd Couple," sees the lead characters transformed into Olive Madison and Florence Unger. Olive and their group of girlfriends are enjoying their weekly Trivial Pursuit night in Olive’s messy and ill-equipped apartment. As the game continues, Florence arrives, fresh from being dumped by her husband. Fearful that the neurotic Florence might attempt suicide, Olive invites her to move in as her roommate. However, Olive and Florence have very different personalities.
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 19 and 20; and May 26 and 27; 2 p.m. Sunday, May 21 and May 28
Where: Prairie Players Civic Theater, 160 S. Seminary, Galesburg
Cost: $16; $9 for students
For more: 309-343-7728
Whirligigs & Flyers
What: Learn how to make different things that fly with supplies you may have at home. Test how far yours can go.
When: 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday
Where: Discovery Depot, 128 S. Chambers St., Galesburg
Cost: Free with admission
For more: 309-344-8876
Stand Up Comedy
What: Event hosted by Austin Ingles will feature JD Spets, Ben Woodfield, JT Cage and Zeke Zeeshe. Headliner is Wayne Lyter.
When: 8 to 10 p.m. Saturday
Where: The Patio, 1585 Monmouth Blvd., Galesburg
For more: 309-343-1511
Play Without Boundaries
What: An exclusive time for special-needs families. Enjoy reduced number of visitors, space and freedom to explore at your own pace and the opportunity to connect with other families.
When: 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday
Where: Discovery Depot, 128 S. Chambers St., Galesburg
Cost: $5, free for members
For more: 309-344-8876
Annual Youth Fishing Derby
What: Opportunity for children to get exposed to outdoor skills and learn about the need for conservation. For ages 3 to 15. Mobile playground truck will be there from noon to 3 p.m. Hundreds of prizes will be given away to the first participants to catch a fish. Bring your own pole or borrow one (limited quantities) from the committee. Plenty of local fishers will be available to teach first-timers.
When: 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday
Where: Lincoln Park, Treadwell Drive, Galesburg
Cost: Free
For more: 309-345-3683
Knox Piano Chamber Ensemble Spring Concert
What: Join the Knox Piano Chamber Ensemble under the direction of Ashlee Mack for their Spring Concert featuring works by student composers Carlos Claudio, Casey Foubert, Jasper Morgan and Omar Qureshi.
When: 3 to 3:45 p.m. Sunday
Where: Kresge Recital Hall, 500 S. Prairie St., Galesburg
Cost: Free and open to the public
For more: 309-341-7265
Spring into the Wild
What: Join us as we learn about using herbs that are growing in our backyards. Learn about nettle, burdock, and dandelion and their medicinal benefits. Tina Hope will be showing us how to make herbal infusions, and there will be an opportunity to plant your own herbs.
When: 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday
Where: Cornucopia Natural Market & Deli, 178 S. Seminary St., Galesburg
Cost: Free
For more: 309-342-3111
2nd Annual Bloody Mary Brunch
What: Help kick off Period Poverty Awareness Week with fundraiser for the Loving Bottoms period supply program. There will be period talk, period event t-shirts and period kit packing.
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday
Where: The Vault at Reserve Artisan Ales, 185 S. Kellogg St., Galesburg
For more: 309-297-4754
Kathi Edwards is a freelance correspondent.