This weekend, observe the solar eclipse, partake in spooky Halloween-themed activities or just enjoy a night out of music.

Here are 15 things to do in Galesburg this weekend plus several coming up next week:

Boos and Brews

What: Beer and wine tasting with guest bartenders, auction items and raffles. Tickets include beer and wine samples. All proceeds benefit the programs of Discovery Depot Children's Museum.

When: 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12

Where: Iron Spike Brewing Company, 150 E. Simmons St., Galesburg

Cost: $25

For more: Iron Spike Brewing company on Facebook

Thursday Night Jazz

What: Cash bar available. The Fall Jazz Series brings jazz voices from the region. A different guest artist will hold a workshop/conversation with the attendees at 6 p.m., with Cherry St. Combo performance afterward. Bring your dinner or order carry-out.

When: 7 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12

Where: Galesburg Community Arts Center, 349 E. Main St., Galesburg

Cost: Free admission

For more: 309-342-7415

Voodoo Vibes

What: The bar is hosting The John Pecsi Show and welcoming special musical guest xWhItEyFoRdx for a night of live music. Featuring Guest Bartender Amanada Agan for the night.

When: 8 to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13

Where: The Patio Bar & Grill, 1585 Monmouth Blvd., Galesburg

For more: 309-343-1511

Suspiria: Orpheum After Dark Fright Film Fest

What: Watch as an American newcomer to a prestigious German ballet academy comes to realize that the school is a front for something sinister amid a series of grisly murders.

When: 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13

Where: The Orpheum Theater, 57 S. Kellogg St., Galesburg

Cost: Free

For more: 309-342-2299

KCHA Music Trivia Jamz

What: The Knox County Housing Authority is hosting music trivia to benefit the 2023 Winter Warming Shelter. There will be a cash bar and you can bring your own table snacks. The trivia will have different categories and visuals to test your knowledge on songs, artists, album artwork, cover bands and lyrics.

When: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14

Where: Cedar Creek Hall, 571 E. North St., Galesburg,

Cost: $200 per team

For more: 309-342-8129

Second Saturdays

What: Learn some fun fall facts, take a nature hike around the Nature Center and decorate a small pumpkin with items we collect. Pumpkins available for the first 20 children/participants. This program is for all ages.

When: 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 14

Where: Lakeside Nature Center, 1033 S. Lake Storey Road, Galesburg

Cost: Free

For more: 309-345-3683

Bishop Hill Pottery Festival 2023

What: The Bishop Hill Pottery Festival will not only include pottery but also basketry, woods, stained glass, quilting and jewelry. Many vendors will demonstrate from their booths, while even more demonstrations will be at J. Goard Pottery. Come early and get some tasty baked goods from the Special Kneads Bakery tent.

When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14

Where: North side of the village park, next to J. Goard Pottery, 204 Johnson St., Bishop Hill

Cost: Free

For more: Jeff Goard at 309 883-1035

Growing Up Green: Create a Mask

What: Come design a costume mask using recycled materials.

When: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14

Where: Discovery Depot, 128 S. Chambers St., Galesburg

Cost: $1 with admission

For more: 309-344-8876

Solar Eclipse Shindig

What: Come for free eclipse viewers (while supplies last) and STEM activities for kids. Open to all ages.

When: 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 14

Where: Galesburg Public Library Storybook Garden, 40 E. Simmons St., Galesburg

Cost: Free

For more: reference@galesburglibrary.org, 309-343-6118

Orpheum After Dark Double Feature

What: This year, in conjunction with the Orpheum After Dark Fright Film Fest, the theater is showing the films Next of Kin and Strange Behavior. Strange Behavior, set in Galesburg, is a chilling tale; its counterpart, Next of Kin, is equally blood curdling. For students 18 and older.

When: 6 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14

Where: The Orpheum Theater, 57 S. Kellogg St., Galesburg

Cost: Free admission

For more: 309-342-2299

Kids DIY-U Workshop: Heroic Fire Truck

What: Celebrate Fire Safety Month with your little hero. At this kids workshop, team members be ready to respond with all the steps, tools, and materials for a build-your-own fire truck toy.

When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14

Where: Lowe’s, 531 W. Carl Sandburg Drive, Galesburg

For more: lowes.com

Color Traveling Leaves

What: Experiment with absorption art and make color traveling leaves.

When: Noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 15

Where: Discovery Depot, 128 S. Chambers St., Galesburg

Cost: Free with admission

For more: 309-344-8876

Pop-Up Concert featuring Memphis Dives

What: Come and experience the future of music in downtown Galesburg at the proposed site of The Railyard - Galesburg's outdoor performance venue. Pop-up concert with live music by Memphis Dives.

When: 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 15

Where: The Railyard, 125 E. Main St., Galesburg

For more: info@dcpofgalesburg.org

Fall’s Final Fling Car Cruise In

What: Bring your classic car, tractor, motorcycle or any other vehicle you want to show off. The Unforgettables will round out the season on the Sound Garden Stage.

When: 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 15

Where: Big Catz BBQ, 221 E. Main St., Knoxville

For more: 309-388-0020

Coming next week:

Scary Night

What: Come for a fun twist on Vincent van Ghost's original.

When: 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 17

Where: Art Defined, 306B E. Simmons St., Galesburg

For more: 309-343-0021

For the Love of Pumpkin

What: Design and decorate a papier-mâché pumpkin to suit your own personal style. The theme will be “Magical Metals” and whether you prefer a pumpkin that is rustic, royal or raven, they will have the materials, techniques and guidance you need to take home a new piece of seasonal decor. While you enjoy the fun of creating, nibble on pumpkin-themed goodies and sip a pumpkin-flavored beverage, all included in cost.

When: 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 17

Where: Galesburg Community Arts Center, 349 E. Main St., Galesburg

Cost: $30; $25 for members

For more: galesburgarts.networkforgood.com

KGS Community Series: Symphony String Quartet

What: This concert will feature works by American women composers across generations, including a world premiere of a commissioned piece by Chicago-based composer, Michelle Isaac. Isaac’s new String Quartet is based on Mary Ann “Mother” Bickerdyke, an iconic figure in Galesburg history.

When: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18

Where: Knox Galesburg Symphony, 95 N. Seminary St., Galesburg

For more: 309-341-7268

Kathi Edwards is a freelance correspondent.

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