Events Calendar

The City of Macomb invites residents and business owners to take part in the
seventh annual Tour of Lights. We are looking for local homes and businesses that decorate for
the holiday season to submit their addresses, allowing area families to enjoy the festive
displays.
To participate, please send decorated addresses to sballard@cityofmacomb.com or call
309-575-3015 by Thursday, December 3, 2026. “All are welcome to send in an address for the
Tour of Lights; it is not limited to just extravagant displays.”, said Marketing and Downtown
Development Director, Savannah Ballard.
Those who wish to view the Tour of Lights will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite
holiday light display. Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce gift certificates will be awarded to
the top three displays. A voting link will be provided once all decorated addresses have been
submitted.
“This is a wonderful opportunity for those that take time to share the holiday spirit to make
sure their efforts are fully appreciated”, said Macomb Mayor Michael Inman. The City of
Macomb annually partners will the Community News Brief to publish the Tour of Lights to bring
Holiday Cheer to residents and visitors.

Lift weights and feel great! This 45 minute long, video led class is designed for older adults and anyone who would like a gentle exercise routine. Weights and bands are available.

$5 per lesson or $15 bundle 

Join us for a guided, 4-part book discussion of Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Robin Kimmerer is a mother, scientist, decorated professor, and enrolled member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation. Her book explores reciprocal relationships between humans and the land. Robin weaves storytelling and environmental knowledge throughout this poetic read. We will discuss lessons from the book as well as expand on scientific concepts such as prairies. There will be assigned reading sections for each meeting. You are invited to attend all or just a few lessons.

​Register and pay below:

Looking for some mid-week excitement? We got you covered EVERY Tuesday from 6:30-8:30

Please join us for the Military Tribute Ceremony to honor and recognize all who have served our country.

When: 11 a.m.- noon, Wednesday, Nov. 11th
Where: South side of Hanson Field beneath the flags

Take a moment with us as we honor and recognize all who have served our country. All WIU students, faculty, staff, and community members are welcome!

The City of Macomb invites residents and business owners to take part in the
seventh annual Tour of Lights. We are looking for local homes and businesses that decorate for
the holiday season to submit their addresses, allowing area families to enjoy the festive
displays.
To participate, please send decorated addresses to sballard@cityofmacomb.com or call
309-575-3015 by Thursday, December 3, 2026. “All are welcome to send in an address for the
Tour of Lights; it is not limited to just extravagant displays.”, said Marketing and Downtown
Development Director, Savannah Ballard.
Those who wish to view the Tour of Lights will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite
holiday light display. Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce gift certificates will be awarded to
the top three displays. A voting link will be provided once all decorated addresses have been
submitted.
“This is a wonderful opportunity for those that take time to share the holiday spirit to make
sure their efforts are fully appreciated”, said Macomb Mayor Michael Inman. The City of
Macomb annually partners will the Community News Brief to publish the Tour of Lights to bring
Holiday Cheer to residents and visitors.

OPS is proud to offer the R.A.D. Women's Program - a comprehensive 12-hour, four-day self-defense course designed to build real-world skills and confidence. Two sessions are available to sign up for Fall 2026!

Session 1: Monday, Aug. 24, Wednesday, Aug. 26, Monday, Aug. 31, and Wednesday, Sept. 2.
Session 2: Monday, Nov. 2, Wednesday, Nov. 4, Monday, Nov. 9, and Wednesday, Nov. 11.

All classes will be held from 5-8 p.m. at the University Union-Capitol Room.
If interested, contact OPS at (309) 298-1949.

Sandburg will recognize a longtime community leader as part of a Veterans Day event.

A Veterans Day tribute to Lomac Payton will take place at 6 p.m. Nov. 11 in the Graham Health System S+T Center Atrium on the Galesburg campus. A veteran of the Korean War, Payton is also a former member of the Galesburg City Council.

The event, coordinated by the Sandburg student leadership organization Men of Distinction, will honor Payton for his decades of service, leadership and contributions to the community. The program will feature tributes from community and government leaders as well as a special lifetime-of-service presentation. 

Dinner for the event will be catered by Tres Café. Attendees are asked to RSVP by Nov. 4. Reserve your spot here.

For more information, contact Anthony Law, associate director of student engagement and leadership, at 309.341.5349 or alaw@sandburg.edu. 

Western Illinois University's University Union Board (UUB) is excited to announce its Fall 2026 Bingo Calendar, featuring a full lineup of themed bingo nights, campus partnerships and signature WIU spirit.

UUB's bingo events have become a favorite campus tradition, known for high-energy atmospheres, creative themes and great prizes. This fall, attendees can look forward to five unique bingo experiences:

Fall 2026 Bingo Events:

Welcome Bingo
7-9 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 26 - Grand Ballroom

Loteria Bingo in collaboration with LASO (Latin American Student Organization)
7-9 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 14 - Grand Ballroom

Halloween Bingo
7-9 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 28 - Grand Ballroom

Drag Show Bingo with UNITY and the LGBT*QA Resource Center
7-10 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 11 - Grand Ballroom

Holiday Bingo
7-9 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 2 - Grand Ballroom

Each event will feature themed entertainment, interactive activities and opportunities for students to engage with the campus community in a fun and welcoming environment.

Join the Knox-Galesburg Winds under the direction of Justin Haynes for their Fall Concert in Harbach Theatre. The ensemble brings together Knox College musicians and members of the Galesburg community.