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SUMMARY:London Mills Fire Department Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for Pancakes and Sausage\, Biscuits and Gravy\, Bacon. Orange Juice\, Apple Juice\, water and coffee will be served as well. \nAll proceeds will go towards to the Lucas Device fund for the purchase of a Lucas Device to help better service the community.
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/london-mills-fire-department-breakfast/
LOCATION:London Mills Fire Department\, 103 E. Main St.\, London Mills\, 61544\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T224848Z
UID:163036-1774686600-1774708200@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:28th Annual Gardener's Day
DESCRIPTION:Gardener’s Day is a one-day conference designed for gardeners of all experience levels\, featuring engaging educational sessions and practical take-home ideas. Browse vendor displays\, connect with fellow garden enthusiasts\, and enjoy lunch included with registration. Seating is limited\, so early registration is encouraged. \nRegistration begins February 10\, 2026\, at go.illinois.edu/GardenersDay2026 \nQuestions? Call the McDonough County Extension Office at (309) 837-3939
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/28th-annual-gardeners-day/
LOCATION:Spoon River College Macomb Community Outreach Center\, 2500 E. Jackson St\, Macomb\, IL\, 61455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T103000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260211T223526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T223553Z
UID:163281-1774688400-1774693800@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Egg Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of fun at Discovery Depot! Egg walk\, bubbles\, photos\, crafts\, and more! \nThis event is $5 members/$10 non-members
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/egg-extravaganza-2/
LOCATION:Discovery Depot\, 128 S Chambers St\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T110000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260206T231155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T231220Z
UID:163129-1774692000-1774695600@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Easter Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:FREE EASTER EGG HUNT \n10 A.M. ON MARCH 28TH \nAT ALLURE OF GALESBURG\n1145 FRANK ST \nGOLDEN EGG PRIZES
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/easter-egg-hunt-7/
LOCATION:Allure of Galesburg\, 1145 Frank St\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260302T205120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T205158Z
UID:163636-1774695600-1774699200@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Once Upon a Piano: Animal Stories in Sound
DESCRIPTION:Join pianist Dr. Solee Lee-Clark and violinist Dr. Alyssa Mathias\, for a delightful morning of musical storytelling about animals from around the world. This concert is free and open to all ages.
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/once-upon-a-piano-animal-stories-in-sound/
LOCATION:Galesburg Public Library\, 264 W Main St\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T133000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260310T211153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T211221Z
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SUMMARY:O.A.K.S Senior Center Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Ham and Beans with cornbread\, pie and a beverage. Freewill donation. Take out available. 309-343-0435.
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/o-a-k-s-senior-center-fundraiser-6/
LOCATION:OAKS Senior Center\, 176 Farnham\, Galesburg\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T133000
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UID:164034-1774695600-1774704600@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:The Oaks Ham\, Bean\, & Cornbread Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 28th\n11:00am – 1:30pm\nMeal consists of Ham\, Bean\, & Cornbread plus pie and drink\nCost – Free Will Donation\nCarryout available\nEvent Location: The Oaks Senior Center\, 176 N. Farnham St.\, Galesburg\, IL 61601\nPhone: 309-342-7001
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/the-oaks-ham-bean-cornbread-fundraiser/
LOCATION:OAKS Senior Center\, 176 Farnham\, Galesburg\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T124500
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CREATED:20220831T050559Z
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UID:145961-1774701900-1774701900@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:BINGO at the Galesburg VFW
DESCRIPTION:Come and have some fun at the Galesburg VFW with BINGO each Saturday. Doors open at 10:30a and BINGO starts at 12:45p.
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/bingo-at-the-galesburg-vfw/2026-03-28/
LOCATION:Galesburg VFW Post 2257\, 1001 Michigan ave\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T190000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260324T213118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T213150Z
UID:164119-1774713600-1774724400@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Maquon Fire Dept. Chili Supper
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun night from 4 to 7pm with the members of the Maquon Fire Dept. We are having our annual Chili and Cornbread supper.\nEat in or Carry Out with local delivery. Meal price $10 for Chili\, cornbread and drink. Kids meal price $5 for Hot dog\, cornbread and drink. Individual items sold separately.
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/maquon-fire-dept-chili-supper-2/
LOCATION:Maquon Fire Department\, 405 Main St\, Maquon\, IL\, 61458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T223000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260306T222209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T222233Z
UID:163761-1774724400-1774737000@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Music Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:To benefit Costa Athletics \nSaturday March 28th \nDoors open at 5:40pm; Trivia starts at 7pm \n$120 per table of 10 includes mulligans and doubler \n$20 for extra set of mulligans and doubler \nBake sale\, 50/50\, Heads or Tails game and balloon pop \nFood available for purchase \nHosted by J&J Entertainment
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/music-trivia-night-5/
LOCATION:Galesburg Knights of Columbus Hall\, 1556 E Fremont St\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T140000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260206T231248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T231321Z
UID:163132-1774789200-1774792800@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Community Easter Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, March 29\, 2026\nTime: 1-2PM\nCost: Free\nAges: 2-11 years old\nLocation: Lakeside Recreation Facility\, outside lawn \nOur event is a family friendly afternoon with egg hunts divided up by age groups! The hunt will feature 10\,000 candy filled eggs\, and a series of grand prizes\, with the Easter Bunny on site for photographs! \nThe City of Galesburg Parks and Recreation’s Easter Egg Hunt is sponsored by Hy-Vee\, 105.3 KFM\, and many other local businesses. \nThe mobile playground will be there from 12-2PM\, and Hy-Vee will be offering a grilled lunch special from 12-2PM! \nGo to https://app.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-galesburg-pr/shop/activities/6515084 for more details.
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/community-easter-egg-hunt/
LOCATION:Lakeside Recreation Facility\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T160000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260227T224026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T224111Z
UID:163588-1774796400-1774800000@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:3rd Annual Knox Music Department Faculty Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The Knox College Music Department presents the third annual Faculty Showcase\, featuring a varied program of solo and ensemble performances by Knox music faculty. \nFeaturing:\nKhasma Piano Duo\, Jim Curless\, Tyler Demaree\, Jill Marasa\, Madeline Wood\, Mason Boore\, Justin Haynes\, Semenya McCord\, Rocío Jiménez\, Andy Crawford\, Janell Johnson\, Steve Jackson\, and Lucy Rieke. \nFree and open to the public. \nSunday\, March 29\, 2026 at 3:00 PM\nKresge Recital Hall\, Knox College
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/3rd-annual-knox-music-department-faculty-showcase/
LOCATION:Kresge Recital Hall\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260330T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260330T103000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260107T224951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T225237Z
UID:162177-1774864800-1774866600@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Stories\, rhymes\, songs\, and movement for toddlers ages 18-36 months and their caregivers. No registration required.
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/toddler-storytime-17/
LOCATION:Galesburg Public Library\, 264 W Main St\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Galesburg%20Public%20Library":MAILTO:children@galesburglibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T100000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260107T225024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T225310Z
UID:162180-1775034900-1775037600@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Baby Bounce
DESCRIPTION:Stories\, songs\, sign language\, and bounces for kids ages 0-18 months old and their caregivers. No registration required.
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/baby-bounce-6/
LOCATION:Galesburg Public Library\, 264 W Main St\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Galesburg%20Public%20Library":MAILTO:children@galesburglibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260324T213151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T213222Z
UID:164122-1775048400-1775055600@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Spring Break Shenanigans: Windchimes Art!
DESCRIPTION:Stop by and create a set of windchimes in our Art Studio! \n$1.00 with admission
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/spring-break-shenanigans-windchimes-art-2/
LOCATION:Discovery Depot\, 128 S Chambers St\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T143000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260324T213309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T213336Z
UID:164125-1775125800-1775140200@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Spring Break Shenanigans: Clay Crafting
DESCRIPTION:Create your own clay keepsake. \n$1.00 with admission
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/spring-break-shenanigans-clay-crafting-2/
LOCATION:Discovery Depot\, 128 S Chambers St\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T190000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260402T220402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T202653Z
UID:164366-1775235600-1775242800@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Knoxville American Legion Post 0749 Fish Fry
DESCRIPTION:Come out and enjoy an amazing Friday night fish fry with your friends and family at the Knoxville American Legion. \nDinner choices are Catfish or Walleye for $13.00 or chicken for $12.00\, choice of baked potato or fries\, choice of Cole slaw or baked beans and a roll. \nDinner is served from 5PM to 7PM
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/knoxville-american-legion-post-0749-fish-fry/
LOCATION:Knoxville American Legion\, Knoxville\, IL\, 61448\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T133000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260324T211340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T211420Z
UID:164107-1775298600-1775309400@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Beaded Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Create a beautiful beaded butterfly in our Art Studio. \n$1.00 with admission
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/beaded-butterflies/
LOCATION:Discovery Depot\, 128 S Chambers St\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T124500
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20220831T050559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T050559Z
UID:146162-1775306700-1775306700@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:BINGO at the Galesburg VFW
DESCRIPTION:Come and have some fun at the Galesburg VFW with BINGO each Saturday. Doors open at 10:30a and BINGO starts at 12:45p.
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/bingo-at-the-galesburg-vfw/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:Galesburg VFW Post 2257\, 1001 Michigan ave\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T160000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260227T225035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T225103Z
UID:163613-1775307600-1775318400@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:WiBit Swim
DESCRIPTION:Date: April 4\, 2026\nTime: 1-4PM\nCost: $5 per person\nLocation: Hawthorne Pool \nJoin us at Hawthorne Pool for a special family swim! A partial WiBit will be in the water and available for use by all level swimmers. The diving board will not be open during this swim time. \nSwimmers age 8 and under must have an adult within arms reach at all times unless a swim test is passed. Swimmers age 12 and under must have an adult in the building at all times.
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/wibit-swim-20/
LOCATION:Hawthorne Pool\, 2331 Veterans Drive\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260406T103000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260107T224951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T225314Z
UID:162183-1775469600-1775471400@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Stories\, rhymes\, songs\, and movement for toddlers ages 18-36 months and their caregivers. No registration required.
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/toddler-storytime-18/
LOCATION:Galesburg Public Library\, 264 W Main St\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Galesburg%20Public%20Library":MAILTO:children@galesburglibrary.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T183000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260312T203855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T203940Z
UID:163898-1775581200-1775586600@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:VFW Auxiliary Soup and Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Galesburg VFW Auxiliary Post 2257 will have the last soup supper of the season Tuesday\, April 7th from 5 pm to 6:30 pm. We will be serving vegetable beef soup or baked ziti with garlic bread for $7. Included with the each meal is salad\, dessert\, and your choice of coffee or bottled water. If you want your meal to go\, please bring your own containers. \nCome early as we sold out early in March. Mark your fall calendar as we will start again in September of this year. \nPost address is 1001 Michigan Ave in Galesburg. \nAll proceeds go to help support veterans and their families.
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/vfw-auxiliary-soup-and-dinner/
LOCATION:Galesburg VFW Post 2257\, 1001 Michigan ave\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T100000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260107T225024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T225349Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Bounce
DESCRIPTION:Stories\, songs\, sign language\, and bounces for kids ages 0-18 months old and their caregivers. No registration required.
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/baby-bounce-7/
LOCATION:Galesburg Public Library\, 264 W Main St\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Galesburg%20Public%20Library":MAILTO:children@galesburglibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T160000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260409T200500Z
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SUMMARY:Faith Baptist Church 10th Annual Rummage Sale
DESCRIPTION:Faith Baptist Church is hosting their 10th Annual Rummage Sale. All proceeds will go towards shipping costs for the charity Operation Christmas Child. Some of the Rummage Sale items include: home décor\, kitchenware\, bedding\, purses\, arts & craft supplies\, newborn clothes\, boy & girl clothes\, toys\, man stuff\, outdoor items\, wooden furniture\, odds & ends\, knick-knacks & more!
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/faith-baptist-church-10th-annual-rummage-sale/
LOCATION:Faith Baptist Church\, 1247 S. Farnham St.\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T143000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260401T205908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T210021Z
UID:164325-1775743200-1775745000@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Hands Around The Courthouse
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of April being Child Abuse Prevention Month\, please join the Blue Ribbon Task Force of West Central\, IL for the annual Hands Around the Courthouse ceremony.\nThis annual gathering honors children whose lives are impacted by abuse and neglect. We gather at the Courthouse to pause and reflect\, to recognize the courage of children in foster care\, and the power of a community that chooses to care.
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/hands-around-the-courthouse-5/
LOCATION:Knox County Courthouse Lawn\, 200 South Cherry Street\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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GEO:40.9444877;-90.3705155
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Knox County Courthouse Lawn 200 South Cherry Street Galesburg IL 61401 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=200 South Cherry Street:geo:-90.3705155,40.9444877
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260107T224625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T224734Z
UID:162132-1775750400-1775754000@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Lego Mania
DESCRIPTION:Come build with LEGO blocks to your heart’s content. For kids of all ages with an adult.
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/lego-mania-7/
LOCATION:Galesburg Public Library\, 264 W Main St\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Galesburg%20Public%20Library":MAILTO:children@galesburglibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T190000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260107T230902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T231331Z
UID:162237-1775757600-1775761200@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Tween Time
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/tween-time-7/
LOCATION:Galesburg Public Library\, 264 W Main St\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Galesburg%20Public%20Library":MAILTO:children@galesburglibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260401T210416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T210509Z
UID:164330-1775811600-1775822400@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Unused or Expired Medication Take Back
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Knox County Health Department to safely dispose of unused prescription medications. This event is being held in partnership with OSF HealthCare and the Knox County Health Department.
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/unused-or-expired-medication-take-back-2/
LOCATION:Knox County Health Department\, 1361 W FREMONT ST\, GALESBURG\, IL\, 61401-2436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Knox%20County%20Health%20Department":MAILTO:eolson@knoxcountyhealth.org
GEO:40.9629155;-90.3925054
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092323
CREATED:20260326T214230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T214303Z
UID:164191-1775894400-1775926800@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Refresher Welding Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, April 11\nTime: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.\nLocation: Galesburg campus / Building G / welding workshop\nCost: $150 ($300 original cost but reduced thanks to the NSAW Grant).\nFacilitator: Kyle Brown\, CWE\, CWI\nWho should attend? Skilled trades professionals seeking to update or expand their welding skillset. \nStrengthen your TIG welding skills in a hands-on workshop for professionals in manufacturing\, fabrication and related trades. Whether you need a skills refresher or want to expand into adjacent industry applications\, you’ll receive expert guidance in a focused\, industry-aligned setting led by certified welding educator and certified welding inspector\, Kyle Brown. All participants will receive a certificate of completion to document this refresher training for employer records. \nRegister here: https://selfserve.sandburg.edu:8173/Student/InstantEnrollment/Search?SectionIds=83542 \nFor questions:\n309.345.3501\ncommunity@sandburg.edu
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/refresher-welding-workshop/
LOCATION:Carl Sandburg College\, 2400 Tom L. Wilson Blvd.\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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GEO:40.9803273;-90.4072559
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T110000
DTSTAMP:20260506T092324
CREATED:20260312T204015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T204045Z
UID:163904-1775899800-1775905200@www.thelaseronline.com
SUMMARY:Second Saturdays: Spring Has Sprung
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, April 11\, 2026\nTime: 9:30-11:00AM\nCost: Free\nLocation: Lakeside Nature Center \nThis month’s theme is Spring Has Sprung. Look up\, look down- spring is all around! Let’s talk about the flowers and birds of spring! We will do a walk through the woods to look for spring ephemerals (the first flowers of spring)\, and make a flower press for the abundant late spring and summer flowers! \nClass is held outdoors at the Lakeside Nature Center Shelter\, with a Nature Walk through the woods\, so dress for the weather! \nThis is a free program for all ages! \nPre-register at: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-galesburg-pr/shop/activities/6466710
URL:https://www.thelaseronline.com/event/second-saturdays-spring-has-sprung/
LOCATION:Lakeside Nature Center\, 1033 South Lake Storey Road\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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GEO:40.984045;-90.39031
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