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Home School Hub
2026-02-12 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-19 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Home School Hub is a program for home schooled children. It focuses on Science and Art. This program is free with admission.
February 5th – ART – Egg Carton Sea Turtles
February 12th – SCIENCE – Magic Milk for Valentine’s Day
February 19th – ART – Changing Color Chameleon
February 26th – Science – Make a Bird Feeder

Lego Mania
2026-02-12 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg Public Library, 264 W Main St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Come build with LEGO blocks to your heart’s content. For kids of all ages with an adult.

Sandburg Valentine's Dance Workshop for Couples
2026-02-12 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Carl Sandburg College, 2400 Tom L. Wilson Blvd., Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
This relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop, led by instructor Gwen Merrick, is perfect for couples who want to try something new, reconnect, and enjoy a fun experience together. No dance experience required, just show up and move together.
Cost is $40 per couple.

Tween Time
2026-02-12 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg Public Library, 264 W Main St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Calling all tweens in grades 4-6! Join us twice a month for fun crafts, games, or building challenges. We will focus on a different topic or activity each session. Advance registration is required.

Knox College and Galesburg High School Jazz Ensembles at Jazz Night
2026-02-12 18:30 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Smokin' Willies BBQ, 161 N Cherry St, Galesburg, 61401
The Knox Jazz Ensemble under the direction of Justin Haynes present a concert as part of the weekly jazz night at Smokin’ Willies BBQ with the Galesburg High School Jazz Bands. Followed by the Cherry St Combo for the regular jazz night.
Join in a Galesburg tradition that is 30+ years strong, now at a brand new venue!
Come hear the Knox Cherry Street Combo on Thursday’s from 7-10 pm at Smokin’ Willies BBQ. This is a free event and all ages are welcome. Full bar and the best barbeque around!

Line Dance Lessons
2026-02-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-20 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Bushnell VFW Post 1422, 181 E. Hail St., Bushnell, IL, 61422, United States
Beginning Jan 23-Feb 28. Friday nights at the VFW in Bushnell, Il at 181 E Hail St.
Cost is $5 per person per week.
Fun way to get exercise and learn some new moves.
Variety of music genres.

Second Saturdays: Nature Valentines
2026-02-14 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Lakeside Nature Center, 1033 South Lake Storey Road, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
Time: 9:30 – 11:00AM
Cost: Free
Location: Lakeside Nature Center Shelter
Let’s talk about heart shapes in nature, then we will take a nature hike to look for heart shapes and gather supplies to make nature valentines! Program will likely be held inside due to weather, but dress for outdoor adventures while we explore the woods and nature area!
Register at: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-galesburg-pr/shop/activities/6466708

Indoor Mobile Playground
2026-02-14 10:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Lakeside Recreation Facility, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Dates: December 13 & 27, 2025. January 10 & 24, 2026. February 14 & 28, 2026. March 14, 2026.
Time: 10:30AM-12:30PM
Cost: $5 daily admission for ages 3-12; ages 2 and under are free
Location: Lakeside Recreation Facility
We will set up a variety of toys and activities to challenge and entertain your kiddos (and adults)! Who doesn’t love a good game of giant frisbee or jumbo Connect 4? Each week we will feature a large game (inflatable game or obstacle course) or fun guests/special activities!
Pre-registration encouraged, but drop-ins allowed, as space permits. Please register each person individually. All ages are welcome. Children age 6 & under must be directly supervised. Adults can stay in the play court area or walk around the tennis courts while their children play if direct supervision is not required. Adults must stay in the facility while minors are playing.
*Certain dates may be cancelled, depending on facility bookings and holidays.
Register at: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-galesburg-pr/shop/programs/122415?subCategoryIds=6297334

Science Saturday Fizzing Hearts
2026-02-14 10:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Come do an experiment with candy hearts in our Science Lab
Free with Admission

BINGO at the Galesburg VFW
2026-02-14 12:45, 2026-02-21 12:45 (America/New_York) | Galesburg VFW Post 2257, 1001 Michigan ave, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Come and have some fun at the Galesburg VFW with BINGO each Saturday. Doors open at 10:30a and BINGO starts at 12:45p.

Valentine’s Day Dinner
2026-02-14 16:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Bushnell VFW Post 1422, 181 E. Hail St., Bushnell, IL, 61422, United States
Take your Sweetie out for a delicious Dinner of fantastic Prime Rib, Jumbo Shrimp or a combination of the 2.
Dinners include Entree choice, Baked Potato, Garden Salad, and Dessert. Served to you by some of the nicest waitresses you will ever meet!
This is a reservation only event. Reservations must be in by Feb 7, 2026.
Call 309-371-7171 for reservations. If no answer leave message with name and number.

Parents Night Out
2026-02-14 17:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Lakeside Recreation Facility, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
Time: 5:30 – 9:00PM
Early Bird Cost: $15 by January 31
After January 31 Cost: $20 by February 12
Ages: 4-14 years
Location: Lakeside Recreation Facility
Parents, get a much needed night away on Valentine’s Day while knowing your children are engaged and active with the Indoor Mobile Playground on the multipurpose courts at Lakeside Recreation Facility. Our qualified staff will lead a variety of games and activities for your child. A family friendly movie will be played in the lobby area, for those who need a break from the games.
Register at: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-galesburg-pr/shop/activities/6513206

Knox-Galesburg Symphony Concert - A Symphonic Valentine
2026-02-14 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | The Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
The Knox-Galesburg Symphony presents its 3rd concert of the 2025-2026 season at the Orpheum Theatre in Galesburg on Saturday, February 14 at 7:00pm. The concert is titled “A Symphonic Valentine”, featuring two late-Romantic Period classics: Tchaikovsky’s “Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture” and Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2. Dr. Rossana Cauti, director of the SIU Orchestra, will serve as the guest conductor.
Tickets for the concert are available at galesburgorpheum.org, by calling the Orpheum Theater at (309) 342-2299, or by visiting the Orpheum Theater’s box office Tuesday – Friday between 10am and 2pm or just before the concert. If you have any questions, please contact Steve Jackson at the Symphony Center at (309) 381-3810 or by email at office@kgsymphony.org.

Engine & Caboose
2026-02-17 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-18 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30
Book will be read at 10:30am.
Engine and Caboose is a weekly preschool program for children ages 2 to 5 years old. It promotes early literacy, fine motor and math skills. FREE with paid admission.

Pokémon Club for Kids
2026-02-17 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg Public Library, 264 W Main St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Hey Pokémon trainers! Come journey on over to the Children’s Library for Pokémon Club. Join us to play the card game, trade cards, or both! For kids in grades K-6. All children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

Toddler Plus Tuesday
2026-02-17 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Toddlers Plus Tuesday
This program is for toddlers plus their families and is offered after hours. This program is in collaboration with ROE #33 educators. Special developmental activities will be available each month. Reduced admission rate is $6.50. Members are free.

2026 Community Women's Lenten Series
2026-02-18 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | First Christian Church of Galesburg, 301 N. Broad St., Galesburg, 61401
2026 Women’s Lenten Series: “God in the Ordinary” being held at 9:30am on Wednesday mornings for the six weeks of Lent February 18 through March 25 at First Christian Church, 301 N. Broad St., Galesburg. Various speakers from the community. All women of the community are invited.

Pageturners Book Club for Kids
2026-02-19 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg Public Library, 264 W Main St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Come talk about fun novels with other readers your age. For independent readers in grades 4-6. Enjoy talking about novels with other readers your age, playing games, and more. Kids’ book club meets on the third Thursday of each month from September through April. Registration required.

Galesburg Lions Club Pancake Day
2026-02-20 10:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | First United Methodist Church, 120 N Kellogg St, Galesburg, 61401, United States
Date: Friday, February 20, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.–1 p.m. & 5–7 p.m.
Location: First United Methodist Church, 120 N. Kellogg St., Galesburg, IL
Details: All-you-can-eat pancakes with eggs and sausage. Adults $10, children under 12 $5. All proceeds benefit local service projects.

PPCT: The Case of the Kooky Clairvoyant
2026-02-20 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-21 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Prairie Players Civic Theatre, 160 S Seminary Street, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Prairie Players invites you to enjoy a fun and memorable night out with its upcoming dinner theatre production, The Case of the Kooky Clairvoyant, on Friday and Saturday, February 20 and 21, at 160 S. Seminary Street in Galesburg. Tickets are $50 and include a pasta dinner, dessert, and the performance—making it a perfect outing for friends, couples, families, and theatre lovers alike. Doors open each evening at 6:00 PM and the fun starts at 6:30.
Written and directed by Kenny Knox, The Case of the Kooky Clairvoyant follows celebrity psychic Madam Babushka as she breezes into town to show off her supernatural abilities and promote her new cookbook, Baking with Babushka. During a séance, she warns her guests that one of them is in grave danger. But who? The washed-up actress, the college professor, or the mysterious stranger?
​Madam Babushka claims to “see all and tell all,” but does she truly know what’s going on—or is something more unexpected unfolding? Audiences will discover the truth in this lighthearted, laughter-filled mystery.

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The Case of the Kooky Clairvoyant
2026-02-20 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Prairie Players Civic Theatre, 160 S Seminary Street, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States

Music Trivia Night
2026-02-20 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Knox 150 Events formally known as Visions Venue, 2093 Knox Rd 150 E, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Music Trivia Night at 150 Events!
Friday, February 20th at 6:30 pm
All proceeds will benefit the Henderson Township Fire Protection District.
Register using the QR code or show up with a team to play!
8 people on a team for $120 or $15/person

ROWVA Drama Presents A Mid Fall Night’s Dream
2026-02-20 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | ROWVA Cafetorium, Joy Street, Oneida, 61467
William Shakespeare’s comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, has been adapted for the ROWVA stage with an all new interpretation. Join all the iconic characters of Puck, Oberon, Titania, Hermia, Lysander, Demetrius and Helena as they navigate Athens High School at homecoming time. Save $2 off your ticket if you attend the performance in your own “Homecoming Dance” attire! $7 student & $12 adults

An Informational Health Fair: To Your Health in 2026: Mind, Body, Spirit
2026-02-21 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Israel of God's Church, 2147 Windish Drive, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Israel of God’s Church, W.H.A.
Rev. William I. Greene, Pastor
General Education Workshop presents
An Informational Health Fair
Guest Speakers
Color Your Lunch
Come hungry for Information, Leave full !!

Coffee Filter Snowflakes
2026-02-21 12:30 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Coffee filters are not just for coffee. Come create your own beautiful snowflake!
Free with admission
