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Thursday, October 11, 2007 Today Wine tasting United Way of Knox County's annual Wine Tasting, 5:30-8 p.m., Best Western Prairie Inn. $20 per ticket. Hors d'oeuvres, silent auction items. Information, United Way of Knox County, 343-4434, uway@bbwave.net. Stories Alive Stories Alive for children 3 to 8 years old, 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., Discovery Depot Children's Museum, 128 S. Chambers St. Children and adult companions will listen to story, "Caps for Sale," by Esphyr Slobodkina and participate in a related activity. Free admission. 344-8876. Geology program Discovery Depot's "What's Up With Rocks?": first of six programs designed by Jason Thorp, an Illinois EPA Geologist, 6-7:30 p.m., 128 S. Chambers St. Hands-on science and discovery activities for youth in grades 3-8; kids in grades 3-5 must be accompanied by an adult. Free admission. Space is limited, call 344-8876 to register; walk-ins welcome if space allows. Friday (Oct. 12) Performance Classical guitarist Colt Valenti performs from his album "Straight Ahead;" poet Nick Regiacorte reads his poetry that inspired songs on the album, 7 p.m., Kresge Hall, Ford Center for the Fine Arts, Knox College. Free. 341-7377. TechFest TechFest, 1-3:30 p.m., Monmouth College. Setup 11:30 a.m. Lunch provided for exhibitors and invited guests. Rep. Phil Hare scheduled keynote speaker. Anniversary celebration O.A.K.S. 25th anniversary celebration with cake, coffee, punch. Ryberg's Countrytime Opry, 5-7 p.m.; Jarod's Classic Gospel Hour; 7-9 p.m. No cover charge. Free-will offering for Opry Show. Banquet Pheasants Forever Banquet, doors open 5 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 1556 E. Fremont St. Admission includes dinner, fellowship, Pheasants Forever membership and one-year subscription to Pheasants Forever Journal. Auction of wildlife prints and memorabilia after dinner. Banquet membership $50; couple $70. Tickets available at Al's Sporting Goods. Artist reception Opening reception for exhibit: Paintings by Jane Hames, 4-6 p.m., Kaldi's Coffeehouse, 124 E. Simmons St. Exhibit runs through Nov. 30. 344-0200. Friday-Saturday (Oct. 12-13) Haunted house Gilson Haunted House by Boy Scout Troop 233, 7-11 p.m., Gilson School. $6 admission. www.hauntedgilson.com. Saturday (Oct. 13) Concert Knox-Galesburg Symphony featuring Molly Yeh, marimba, 7:30 p.m., Orpheum Theatre. $8-$12, half-price for students. 342-2299. Music Mornings lecture with guest artist designed for children grades K-5, 10 a.m., Galesburg Public Library Community Room, free, 341-7268. Bat program Galesburg Recreation Division's "Absolutely Batty." Meet at dusk to learn bat facts, Lakeside Recreation Center. Bat hunting, bat craft. $10 per family, pre-registration is required. Information, 345-3683. Gospel concert Southern Gospel Music Group Concert Series: "Mystery Men Quartet" from Nashville, Tenn., 6:30 p.m., doors open 5 p.m., food served First Church of God, 1080 Harrison St., Galesburg. Free-will offering. 343-2179. Parenting workshop Free Parenting Workshop, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, Kellogg and Ferris streets. Topic: Understanding Autism by Michelle Marshall and Debra Tomlin. Continental breakfast 9 a.m.; child care provided. Reservations, 343-4191. Watercolor class Introduction to Watercolor Class, 9 a.m.-noon, Blackthorn Hill Nature Preserve, 1590 Angling Road, Alexis, by Ron Hunt, watercolor instructor at Carl Sandburg College. Bring lawn chair and/or picnic lunch. $3 per participant. Information on materials list and pre-registration, 341-5278 or rhunt@sandburg.edu. Toastmasters contest Orpheum Orators' annual Toastmaster Area 20 Contest, 10 a.m.-noon, Kensington Garden Room. Humorous speeches and Table Topics will be the events, with contestants from Peoria and Canton clubs participating. Information, 343-2485. Pets Prairieland Animal Welfare Center's Adopt-a-Pet, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Bergner's Court, Sandburg Mall. Saturday-Sunday (Oct. 13-14) Scenic Drive Knox County Scenic Drive, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Historic sites, displays, demonstrations, driving tour, crafts and flea markets, and country cooking. Artist and miniaturist Local artist and miniaturist Sandra Banks featured at Walnut Grove Farm during Knox County Scenic Drive, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Banks will display her scale replica of the barn with 25 other regional artisans who demonstrate and sell their wares. Details: www.WalnutGroveFarm.com. Maquon Scenic Drive Biscuits and gravy, 7-10:30 a.m.; ham and beans, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Maquon Fire Station on Illinois 97. Inside seating available. Proceeds benefit Maquon United Methodist Church and its Fellowship Hall Fund.
Sunday (Oct. 14) Acrobats Shangri-La Chinese Acrobats, 4 p.m., Orpheum Theatre. $25 mezzanine, $20 main floor, $15 lower balcony, $12 mid-balcony, $8 upper balcony; children 12 and under: $5 off main floor, mezzanine and lower balcony $3 off mid and upper balcony price. Pets Prairieland Animal Welfare Center's Adopt-a-Pet, noon-3 p.m., Center, 1855 Windish Drive.
Wednesday (Oct. 17) Lecture and book signing Lecture and Book Signing by Greg Forbes Siegman, founder of The 11-10-02 Foundation, on whom the book "The First Thirty" is based, 7:30 p.m., Kresge Hall, Ford Center for the Fine Arts, Knox College. Free. 341-7715. Oct. 18 Concert Songbag Concert Series: Doug and Bonne Miller, 7 p.m., Carl Sandburg State Historical Site. Rally Safe Harbor Family Crisis Center's 16th annual Take Back the Night Rally, "In Her Shoes," 5-8 p.m., Lake Storey Pavilion. Resource fair and concessions, 5 p.m.; domestic violence simulation "In Her Shoes," 6 p.m.; candlelight vigil, 8 p.m. 343-7233. Jazz music Jazz group from Chicago, "The Chris Greene Quartet," 8 p.m.-midnight, McGillacuddy's, 58 S. Cherry St., Galesburg. Oct. 19 Lecture "The Da Vinci Code in Knox's Old Main," by Lance Factor, professor of philosophy at Knox College, 4 p.m., South porch of Old Main, Knox College; Kresge Hall in case of rain. Free. 341-7337. Jazz Concert: Knox College Jazz Alumni Jam Session, 8 p.m., Cherry Street Bier Garten, 57 S. Cherry St. Free. 341-7337. Artist reception Photography by Tommaso Lesnick, ceramic sculpture by Elena Rakochy, opening lecture: 7 p.m., works on display through Nov. 12, Round Room, Ford Center for the Fine Arts, Knox College. Free. 341-7337. Music No Reason, 7 p.m., Vintages Tasting Room and Wine Garden, 57 S. Seminary St. No cover charge. Oct. 19-20 Haunted house Gilson Haunted House by Boy Scout Troop 233, 7 p.m.-midnight, Gilson School. $6 admission. www.hauntedgilson.com. Theater "Vinegar Tom," by Caryl Churchill, Studio Theatre, Ford Center for the Fine Arts, Knox College. Free. 341-7337. Book sale Williamsfield Public Library District Book Sale, 111 W. Gale St. Oct. 19: 5-7 p.m.; Oct. 20: 9 a.m.-noon. 25 cent donation per item. Oct. 20 Scavenger hunt Knox County Scavenger Hunt, Lake Storey to The Roadhouse Sportsbar, Knoxville. Registration 5 p.m., hunt 6 p.m. $10 per person. Contact Tammy, 335-1093. Craft show Beta Sigma Phi's 29th annual Craft Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Galva High School. $1 admission for 13 and over; no strollers. Food stand in Galva High School cafeteria. Carol Stomberg, co-chairwoman, (309) 932-3536. Cancer walk Bushnell's 1st annual "Movin' Toward The Cure" for Breast Cancer, 1 p.m., Bushnell-Prairie City High School. $5 entry fee. Participants may walk or ride lawn mowers, ATVs, golf carts, motorcycles, bicycles or horses. All proceeds to Susan G. Komen For the Cure. Contact Becky White, (309) 318-0194 or (309) 772-2525 or (309) 772-3000, or berties@bushnell.net. Parenting workshop Free Parenting Workshop, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, Kellogg and Ferris streets. Topic: Living Life with Energy by Cindy Barshinger. Continental breakfast 9 a.m.; child care provided. Reservations, 343-4191. Hike for Wildlife Hike for Wildlife, noon, Blackthorn Hill Nature Preserve, 1590 Angling Road, Alexis. Kids and adults are encouraged to collect pledges for Make A Difference Day and these pledges will go towards the construction of a picnic shelter at Blackthorn Hill. Pledge form and information sheet can be e-mailed or mailed. No cost for hike but pre-registration is required by callling Lora at 343-4321 or e-mail llwright@insightbb.com before Oct. 13. OctoberFEST OctoberFEST, all day, Vintages Tasting Room and Wine Garden, 57 S. Seminary St. Selection of German wines and other German pours along with brats, pretzels and strudel. Prices a la carte. Texas Hold-Em tournament Texas Hold-Em Tournament, Danny's Tap, 120 South A St., Monmouth. Game starts at noon, must be signed in before noon, $20 to buy-in. Proceeds will go to Special Olympics. Pets Guardian Angel's Adopt-a-Pet, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Bergner's Court at Sandburg Mall. Clip for Cure Clip for the Cure, all day, Regis Salon at Sandburg Mall. $15 haircuts with proceeds benefiting breast cancer research. Additional details at Regis Salon, 344-3333. Oct. 21 Elvis Gospel Experience Elvis Gospel Experience starring Al Hull and The Legends Band, 4 p.m., Galesburg High School Auditorium. Doors open: 2:30 p.m., general admission (reserved seating for "Friends of the Elvis Experience" - contact Dave at 344-2274 for information to become a "Friend."). Opening acts by Jim Inman and The Westerners, Touch of Country, Laura Lee Rose and Chris Postin. $10 in advance, $15 at door. Ticket information, call Dave at 344-2274. Event sponsored by the Maquon and Abingdon United Methodist Churches. Wedding show Galesburg Recreation Division's 4th annual Perfect Wedding and More Show, 1-5 p.m., Lake Storey Pavilion. Free. Booths and information available to help plan the perfect wedding; giveaways and prizes including a chance to win a free day at the Lake Storey Pavilion. Call 345-3604 for further information. Oct. 22 Multiple Sclerosis Seminar Free Seminar about Multiple Sclerosis, 6 p.m. (dinner provided), check in: 5:30-6 p.m., Best Western Prairie Inn, Galesburg. Dr. Marc Katchen and Dr. Borislav Nikolov will discuss importance of early diagnosis and treatment, current research, and symptom management. Reservations required: call Julie Thurman, (888) 792-2937, option 1, mailbox 7528# and clearly spell your name and give a daytime phone number. Your message will be confirmation of your registration. Oct. 24 Fall Festivity Galesburg Recreation Division's Fall Festivity for ages 3-5 years old, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Lake Storey Pavilion. Decorate pumpkins and cookies with mom or dad. $8 per child, must pre-register. Call 345-3683 for further information. Spaghetti dinner All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner, 4-7 p.m., Gerlaw Christian Church. Spaghetti with meat sauce, lettuce salad, green beans, garlic bread, dessert. Carry-outs available. No tickets necessary; donations accepted. Oct. 25 Turkey dinner Faith United Methodist Church's annual Turkey Dinner, 4:30-7 p.m., corner of Knox and Day streets. Turkey and dressing with all the trimmings, pie and beverage. Adults $7.50; children 13 and under $4; children under 3 free. Tickets may be purchased at the church office, from a church member or at the door. Carry-outs available. Oct. 26 Jazz concert Jazz Concert, "From Mahalia to Miles," featuring Semenya McCord, vocals, Boston's Frank Wilkins, special guest pianist, John Tate Jr., bass, Shirazette Tinnin, drums, Greg Ward, reeds, 8 p.m., Kresge Recital Hall, Ford Center for the Fine Arts, Knox College. $5 general public, free to Knox students, faculty and staff. Oct. 26-27 Haunted house Gilson Haunted House ran by Boy Scout Troop 233, 7 p.m.-midnight, Gilson School. $6 admission price. www.hauntedgilson.com. Theater "The Bacchae," by Euripides, 7:30 p.m., Studio Theatre, Ford Center for the Fine Arts, Knox College. Free. 341-7337. Oct. 27 Halloween fundraiser Safe Harbor Family Crisis Center's 3rd annual fall fundraiser Halloween party, "Take Back the Fright," 7-11 p.m., American Legion Hall, 571 E. North St. Silent auction, drawings, costume contests, music provided by Sally Weisenberg and the Famous Sidemen. $10 per person (includes food) available at door or by calling Safe Harbor at 343-7233. All proceeds benefit victims of domestic violence in Knox County. Parenting workshop Free Parenting Workshop, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, corner of Kellogg and Ferris streets. Topic: The Importance of Reading to Your Child by Karen Marple. Continental breakfast at 9 a.m.; child care provided. Call for reservations, 343-4191. Wine event Sips and Nibbles: Halloween party, wines and hors d'oeuvres, best costume wins a bottle of wine. Vintages Tasting Room and Wine Garden, 57 S. Seminary St. $15 per person plus tax, reservations at 335-2744. Chicken supper Homemade Chicken Pie Supper, 5-7 p.m., First Christian Church, Disciples Women's Fellowship, 301 N. Broad St. Chicken pie, salad, dessert, drink; carry-outs available; adults $6, children ages 3-10 $3. 343-9960. Trick or treat Trick or Treat, 5-7 p.m., Sandburg Mall. 344-1331. Oct. 27-28 Concert Nova Singers and Knox College Choir presents, "Cathedral Classics: Music for Double Choir." Oct. 27: 7 p.m., First Lutheran Church, Galesburg. Oct. 28: 4 p.m., First Congregational Church, Moline. $15 adults, $10 seniors, free for students. Information: 341-7038. Oct. 28 Cemetery Walk 2nd annual Cemetery Walk, 2-4 p.m., Brimfield Cemetery, Route 150 west of Brimfield. Haunted house Gilson Haunted House ran by Boy Scout Troop 233, 2-4 p.m., Gilson School. Lights on for the kids. $2 admission price. www.hauntedgilson.com. Festival of Life Festival of Life, 6:30 p.m., Bethel Baptist Church. Dr. Alveda King, niece of Dr. Martin Luther King, will speak about "Life, Liberty and Justice." Oct. 31 Wine event Gather Your Girlfriends: program given by Michael Eskridge, licensed massage therapist, Vintages Tasting Room and Wine Garden, 57 S. Seminary St. $15 per person plus tax, reservations at 335-2744. Health fair Moon Towers' Halloween Health Fair, 8-11 a.m., community room at Moon Towers, 255 W. Tompkins St. Flu shots, health services, testings, community information provided by health professionals and local agencies; free breakfast; door prizes. Free and open to public. 342-8129, ext. 221 or 222. Trunk or Treat Trunk or Treat, 5-8 p.m., Bethel Baptist Church parking lot (Fremont Street). Free hot dogs and hot chocolate for refreshments, games, large blowup maze, trunks open with candy for the kids. Oct. 31-Nov. 3 Theater "Cloud 9," by Caryl Churchill, directed by Kelly Hogan, 7:30 p.m., Harbach Theatre, Ford Center for the Fine Arts, Knox College. Tickets: $10 adults, $5 seniors, free to students. 341-7337. Nov. 2 Bingo fundraiser Galva Freedom Fest's Bingo Night fundraiser, begins at 7 p.m., FU White School (in the gym), 300 NW 3rd St., Galva. $5 per set, 2 games off the floor, 2 sessions with intermission. Cash prizes per game; no one under 18 will be allowed in the Bingo room. Dinner can be purchased from Galva Kids First on location, 6-9 p.m. Nov. 2-3 Dance Fall Studio Dance Concert, produced by the student dance club Terpsichore, 7 p.m., Auxiliary Gymnasium Dance Center, Knox College. Free. 341-7337. Nov. 3 Jazz Knox College Jazz Ensemble, directed by Nicole Whittaker, 7:30 p.m., Kresge Hall, Ford Center for the Fine Arts, Knox College. 341-7337. Toy Run and Chili Cookoff Central Illinois ABATE's 27th annual Polar Bear Toy Run and Chili Cookoff. Sign up, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Danny's Tap in Monmouth. Chili Cookoff: 5 p.m. at R.J.'s in Galesburg. Donation: $5 or a new toy. 342-7304. Toastmasters contest Orpheum Orators will host the annual Toastmaster Division B Contest, Keningston Ballroom. Participants will include Toastmasters from the Quad Cities, Peoria and Canton. For more information or reservations, call 343-2485 or 342-9820. Bazaar Heritage Bazaar, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Wesley Ministry Center, 60 N. Avenue A, Canton. Coffee hour: 8-10:30 a.m. with homemade rolls and coffee cakes; Luncheon: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. featuring chicken and noodles, chili, potato soup, ham sandwiches, salads and desserts; Booths: homemade foods, handmade decorations and crafts, candy, rugs, holiday items, Trinkets and Treasures, silent auction, and Wesley Congregational Cookbook. Nov. 3-4 Theater Prairie Players presents "Sing Down the Moon: Appalachian Wonder Tales," Orpheum Theatre. Nov. 3: 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Nov. 4: 2 p.m. 342-2299. Nov. 4 Concert Knox-Sandburg Community Concert Band, 7 p.m., Kresge Hall, Ford Center for the Fine Arts, Knox College. Free. Information: 341-7337. Gospel concert Gospel concert by Silk Cords, 2 p.m., Farmington Music Theater, 45 N. Main Street, Farmington. Nov. 5 Concert Ozark Jubilee: Branson Country Christmas, 10 am. and 2 p.m., Orpheum Theatre. 342-2299. Nov. 9 Reading Dennis Johnson, author of "The Name of the World," "Already Dead," and other books, reads from his own work, 4 p.m., Muelder Room, Seymour Library, Knox College. Free. 341-7337. Nov. 10 Altrusa Bazaar 43rd annual Altrusa Bazaar, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Macomb Junior/Senior High School. Concert Knox-Galesburg Symphony, directed by guest conductor Enrique Batiz, with guest artist Francisco Marchan, viola, 7:30 p.m., Orpheum Theatre. Tickets $8 to $12, half price students, available at Orpheum Box office, 342-2299. Nov. 11 Parade Veteran's Day Parade, 2 p.m., Main Street in Galesburg. Nov. 12-13 Chicken supper Coldbrook Christian Church's Chicken Pie Supper, serving times, 5 and 6:30 p.m., carry-outs available 4:30-6 p.m. Adults $8, children (3-10) $3. For tickets call 343-5924 or (309) 734-2795. No tickets at door. Wheelchair accessible. Nov. 15 Concert Songbag Concert Series: singer-songwriter Dave Moore, 7 p.m., Carl Sandburg State Historical Site. Nov. 17 Concert Single Heart reunion concert, 7 p.m., Orpheum Theatre. Main floor, $15; mezzanine, $17; balcony, $12. 342-2299. Proceeds benefit Starting Point of Monmouth. Wine event Sips and Nibbles: Harvest Celebration, Vintages Tasting Room and Wine Garden, 57 S. Seminary St. $15 per person plus tax, reservations at 335-2744. Craft show 28th annual WCHCE Craft Show, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Crafts will be located at Lincoln Grade School, VFW and KCA Hall; baked goods at Warren County Farm Bureau. Maps are available at each site. No admission fee. To reserve a table, contact either the Farm Bureau or call Pat at 344-2670. Pianos Dueling Pianos, 7-11 p.m., at the Dome at Lakis Ford Dodge. Tickets: $25 per person. For more information, contact Costa Development at 344-3155. - The Register-Mail accepts items submitted for the calendar. Calendar items should be for events that are open to the public, are provided for enjoyment or entertainment and have broad public appeal. The Register-Mail prints appropriate calendar items free as space permits. Mail items for the calendar to Lorraine Stone, 140 S. Prairie St., Galesburg, IL 61401, or e-mail lstone@register-mail.com. Items also may be faxed to 343-2382.
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