Soctober25
Thrive Community Services 2015 Windish Drive, GalesburgJoin Thrive Community Services in helping those in need stay warm this winter! Between October 10 and November 7, you can donate NEW socks to any Thrive Community Service location!
Galesburg Veterans Van
We start running to Iowa City VA Hospital on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Please give us a weeks notice. 309-342-7735
Home School Hub
Discovery Depot 128 S Chambers St, GalesburgHome School Hub is a program for home schooled children. It focuses on Science and Art. This program is free with admission. November 6th - Art - Piet Mondrian Art Lesson November 13th - Science - Invisiible
Animal Explorers
Galesburg Public Square GalesburgJoin us for this monthly club to learn about animals with other animal enthusiasts. Pick up a free take-home explorer kit, then meet to share info on the animal of the month. For kids in grades K-3.
Fall Jazz Series: Scott Garlock
Smokin' Willies BBQ 161 N Cherry St, GalesburgThe Fall Jazz Series aims to bring dynamic jazz voices from the region and beyond to Galesburg. Throughout Fall term, different guest artists will hold workshops/conversations with the attendees at Smokin’ WIllies BBQ followed by a performance
CASA Lip Sync Battle Fundraiser
Cedar Creek Hall 571 E. North Street, GalesburgJoin CASA for our annual Lip Sync Battle on Thursday, November 6th, at 6:30pm. All proceeds benefit CASA for the support and advocacy of children who have experienced abuse and/or neglect. Tickets and tables are available at
Indoor Pickleball: Drop-in
Hawthorne Gym 2265 Veterans Dr., GalesburgDate: October 1 - January 5, 2026* No drop-in November 27, 28, December 24, 25, 31, January 1, 2, and 3 Time: 9AM-12PM, Wednesday and Friday; 7-9PM, Monday and Thursday; 8-10:30AM, Saturdays Cost: $5 Ages: 14+ Location:
Jazz Night
Smokin' Willies BBQ 161 N Cherry St, GalesburgJoin 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
Indoor Pickleball: Drop-in
Hawthorne Gym 2265 Veterans Dr., GalesburgDate: October 1 - January 5, 2026* No drop-in November 27, 28, December 24, 25, 31, January 1, 2, and 3 Time: 9AM-12PM, Wednesday and Friday; 7-9PM, Monday and Thursday; 8-10:30AM, Saturdays Cost: $5 Ages: 14+ Location:
Kiwanis Annual Pancake Day
Hy-Vee on Main 2030 E. Main St., GalesburgKiwanis (Club of Galesburg) Annual Pancake Day is on Friday, November 7, 2025 at HyVee, 2030 Main Street, Galesburg. Proceeds benefit children in Knox County. There are two serving times: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 4:30
Nature at Night: Owl Prowl
Lakeside Nature Center 1033 S Lake Storey Rd, GalesburgDate: Friday, November 7, 2025 Time: 4:30-6PM Cost: $5 by November 6 Location: Lakeside Nature Center Area Owls are active at dusk, so we hope to spot an owl or two! We have been successful every year
Indoor Pickleball: Drop-in
Hawthorne Gym 2265 Veterans Dr., GalesburgDate: October 1 - January 5, 2026* No drop-in November 27, 28, December 24, 25, 31, January 1, 2, and 3 Time: 9AM-12PM, Wednesday and Friday; 7-9PM, Monday and Thursday; 8-10:30AM, Saturdays Cost: $5 Ages: 14+ Location: