Illinois' largest car show returning to Galesburg area among 12 things to do this weekend
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The first weekend in August provides more opportunities to hear music locally, plus the largest car show in Illinois and a fundraiser for St. Jude's.
Here are 12 things to do in the Galesburg area this weekend:
Cruise Night in the Maple City
What: Cruise Night has had over 1,400 cars and 25,000 spectators. The event has also had all kinds of vehicles from muscle cars to lowriders, trucks and a little bit of everything for people to look at. There will also be 50/50 drawings, live music, food vendors and much more.
When: 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4
Where: Downtown Monmouth
Cost: Free
For more: 309-221-8569 or 309-371-0229
First Fridays on Seminary Street
What: An opportunity to get outside, relax, breathe deeply, visit with your friends and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of Historic Seminary Street as you browse the shops for the latest must-haves, listen to the live, local music and either visit one of our restaurants or sample their offerings on the street.
When: 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4
Where: 62 S. Seminary St., Galesburg
Cost: Free
For more: landmarkcafe@bbwave.net, 309-343-5376
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The Extreme Tour
What: The extreme national tour is coming to Galesburg for its third year. The tour features live music, skateboarding and BMX competitions along with other giveaways. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy five bands/artists.
When: 4 to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4
Where: Kiwanis Park, 2191 E. Knox St., Galesburg
Cost: Free
Concerts in the Colony: Suzy Bogguss with special guest Morgan Myles
What: Bishop Hill Heritage Association has planned a series of free, family-friendly concerts over the course of the summer. Guests are asked to bring lawn chairs. In addition to food and drink options offered by Bishop Hill establishments, area organizations and vendors will be set up to provide additional food and drink options during these events. The Saturday August 5 concerts starts off at 1 p.m. with Morgan Myles performing. Then Aledo's very own Suzy Bogguss will finish off the day with her performance.
When: 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5
Where: Bishop Hill
Cost: Free
For more: 309 927-3899
South Pacific in Concert
What: Watch the Orpheum Theatre production of South Pacific in concert directed by Tim Holmes, with music directed by Kurt Killam. This musical has a long history at The Orpheum. The show is a romantic, thought provoking musical journey through the life of a WWII nurse.
When: 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 and 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6
Where: The Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg St., Galesburg
Cost: $15-$20
For more: galesburgorpheum.org
Slippin’ and Slidin’ for St. Jude
What: Your donation to slide includes a day filled with water slides and kiddie pools. There will be food served at the event, as well as a live auction, a silent auction and raffles to check out.
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5
Where: 554 IL Rt. 97, Maquon
Cost: $20 donation to slide; free for children ages 3 and younger
For more: Slippin' and Slidin' for St. Jude on Facebook
NAACP Galesburg Branch 3016 Cookout
What: Free community cookout, with free food, activities and community organizations.
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5
Where: Kiwanis Park, 2191 E. Knox St., Galesburg
Cost: Free
For more: naacpgalesburg@gmail.com
Bluegrass & BBQ
What: Bluegrass music from New Cats. The band members encompass a wide mixture of music backgrounds from jazz to punk and each bring their own unique flavor to the bluegrass genre. They fuse a mixture of high energy and up-tempo new and traditional bluegrass and folk music, along with a handful of their own finely crafted tunes.
When: 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5
Where: Hidden Hills Vineyard & Winery, 120 Hidden Drive, Galesburg
For more: 309-289-2948
Danielle Nicole Band Live at Cedar Creek East
What: Danielle Nicole Band featuring Brando Miller and Go Go Ray will perform.
When: 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6
Where: Cedar Creek Hall, 571 E. North St., Galesburg
Cost: $25-$210
For more: 309-371-0758, https://www.eventbrite.com
Bird Walk
What: The bird walk starts in the Joe E. Anderson area parking lot.
When: 7:30 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 6
Where: Lake Storey Park, Galesburg
Cost: Free
For more: Galesburg Area Bird club on Facebook
First Sunday Flea Market
What: There will be more than 30 vendors at this first Sunday flea market.
When: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6
Where: 74 N. Chambers St., Galesburg
Cost: Free admission
For more: Kelli, 309-221-7542
End of Summer Break Bash
What: Community Hygiene Pantry is hosting a back-to-school event. There will be free haircuts, hygiene kits and activities for the kids to ensure their self-confidence for that first day of school. Three cosmetologists will be present to cut the children’s hair. DJ Junebug will play music. Hygiene kits and leis will be given to the children while supplies last.
When: Noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6
Where: Park Plaza, E. Main St., Galesburg
Cost: Free admission
For more: dtrout@communityhygienepantry.org
Kathi Edwards is a freelance correspondent.
This article originally appeared on Rockford Register Star: Cruise Night in Maple City returns near Galesburg, Illinois
