{"id":272598,"date":"2026-05-15T18:46:23","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T18:46:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/272598\/"},"modified":"2026-05-15T18:46:23","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T18:46:23","slug":"calendar-events-for-jacksonville-illinois-area-this-week-8","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/272598\/","title":{"rendered":"Calendar events for Jacksonville, Illinois, area this week"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Saturday<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-channels-pixel.ex.co\/events\/0012000001fxZm9AAE?integrationType=DEFAULT&amp;template=design%2Farticle%2Fplatypus_two_column.tpl\" alt=\"\" class=\"x1px y1px vh abs\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Piasa Trail Races: 6 a.m.-2 p.m., Pere Marquette State Park, 13112 Visitors Center Lane, Grafton | Admission: $131.98 for 50K; $107.38 for 25K;\u00a0 $84.07 for 12.5K run | Race start times: 6 a.m. 50K; 7:30 a.m. 25K and 12.5K. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.riversandroutes.com\/events\/piasa-trail-races-at-pere-marquette-state-park\/\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">riversandroutes.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Jacksonville Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-noon, Pathway Plaza, 1905 W. Morton Ave. | Every Saturday through Oct. 31.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Vendor Craft Fair: 9 a.m., Prairie Land Heritage Museum, 1005 W. Michigan Ave. $25 for booth | Food trucks, Morgan County Garden Club plant sale.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Sporting Clays &amp; Trap Showdown: 9 a.m.- 2 p.m., Jacksonville Sportsmans Club, 2021 New Lake Road. $100 a person, $500 a team | Check in 9 a.m. Shooting 10 a.m.-noon. Lunch program at noon. Silent auction. Shells, firearms and safety equipment are not provided.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Story Time: 10:30-11 a.m., Our Town Books, 64 E. Central Park Plaza. Free | Stories, pictures, cookies and live bunnies.<\/p>\n<p>Pillars of Democracy: Artist Workshop at Old Capitol Art Fair: 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield. Free | Drop in anytime during art fair for workshop with artist Niki Johnson. For teens and adults. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/presidentlincoln.illinois.gov\/Event\/30832\/Pillars-of-Democracy-Artist-Workshop-at-Old-Capitol-Art-Fair\/event-details\/\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">presidentlincoln.illinois.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Blues Festival:\u00a011 a.m.-7:30 p.m., Grafton Winery Vineyards, 21028 Eckert Orchard Road, Grafton | Soulard Blues Band 1 to 4 p.m. Ivas John Band 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. For more information, 618-786-3004.<\/p>\n<p>Jacksonville Disc Golf Club:\u00a02-4 p.m., Nichols Park, 110 Holkenbrink Drive | Standing 18-hole round every Saturday, weather permitting. For more information, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/jaxildiscgolf\/about\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Encore Family Craft Class: 2-5 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Make fruit coasters. Registration required. Email ajones@jaxpl.org or call 217-243-5435, extension 235. For adults and children sixth grade and up.<\/p>\n<p>Gospel Jamboree: 4-9 p.m., Murrayville Community Park | Hosted by John 41 musical ministry. Features several gospel groups. Proceeds go to the Military Support Group for sending care packages to military overseas.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Country Tribute Night: 7 p.m.,\u00a0Twisted Tree Music Hall, 1061 E. Morton Ave. | Live music. For tickets and more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/jacksonville\/country-tribute-night-live-from-twisted-tree-music-hall\/200029633145036\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">allevents.in<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>STC presents &#8220;Jesus Christ Superstar&#8221;: 7:30 p.m., Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., Springfield | For tickets or more information, call 217-523-2787 or visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hcfta.org\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">hcfta.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Jax Dion: 8 p.m., Future Champions Sports Complex, 5 Kelly St. | Live music.<\/p>\n<p>Exit 52: 8-11:30 p.m., Amvets, 210 E. Court St. | Live music.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Sunday<\/p>\n<p>Service Celebration: 10 a.m., St. John\u2019s Lutheran Church, 300 E. Gibson St., New Berlin | Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the building dedication in May 1926.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Blues Festival: 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m., Grafton Winery Vineyards, 21028 Eckert Orchard Road, Grafton | Blue Moon Blues Band 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Paul Bonn &amp; The Bluesmen 4 to 7 p.m. For more information, 618-786-3004.<\/p>\n<p>Tea and Revolution: 1-3 p.m., Three Pines, 510 W. Sheridan, Petersburg | Michael Wiant presents \u201cThe Impact of the American Revolution on Native Americans,\u201d the second of four lectures reflecting on the 150th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. For more information call 217-525-2518.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>STC presents &#8220;Jesus Christ Superstar&#8221;: 2 p.m., Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., Springfield | For tickets or more information, call 217-523-2787 or visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hcfta.org\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">hcfta.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>A Rotting World Double Feature: 4 p.m., Illinois Theatre,\u00a0200 E. Court St. | Zombie classics, merchandise, concessions and more. &#8220;Holler&#8221; cast meet and greet at 4\u00a0p.m. Films begin at 4:45 p.m. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/jacksonville\/a-rotting-world-double-feature\/100001988918055444\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">allevents.in<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Monday<\/p>\n<p>Produce and Bakery Giveaway: 9 a.m.-noon, Jacksonville Food Center, 311 E. Morgan St. Free | For Morgan County residents.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Client Choice Food Pantry: 9 a.m.-noon, The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Arrive by 11:30 a.m. Those who work or go to school during normal hours can make an appointment for the afternoon.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Free Lunch: Noon-12:30 p.m., The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Freshly prepared hot meal, drink and snacks.<\/p>\n<p>Walking for Wellness:\u00a012:30-3 p.m., First Christian Church, 2106 S. Main St. Free | Indoor walking program offered year-round Monday-Thursday. For more information, call 217-243-6445.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Spirit of Faith Soup Kitchen: 3:30-4 p.m., Spirit of Faith Soup Kitchen, 105 E. Dunlap St. Free | Serving meals to go for anyone in need.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Mindful Movement: 4:30-5:30 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Instructor Jeannie Hemphill guides class through basics of mindful movement. Bring a towel. For more information, call 217-243-5435.<\/p>\n<p>Memorial Day Bingo: 5:30-7:30 p.m., Jacksonville Community Center for the Deaf, 907 W. Superior Ave. Admission $3 |\u00a0Doors open at 5 p.m. Game starts at 5:45 p.m. Bingo cards three for $5 and nine for $10. Bring a snack to share.<\/p>\n<p>Jacksonville Freemasons:\u00a07 p.m., Harmony Lodge No. 3, 345 W. College Ave. | Meets the first and third Monday of each month. For more information, visit Facebook page.<\/p>\n<p>Tuesday<\/p>\n<p>Jacksonville Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-noon, Pathway Plaza, 1905 W. Morton Ave. | Every Tuesday through Sept. 8.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Produce and Bakery Giveaway:\u00a09 a.m.-noon, Jacksonville Food Center, 311 E. Morgan St. Free | For Morgan County residents.<\/p>\n<p>Client Choice Food Pantry: 9 a.m.-noon, The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Arrive by 11:30 a.m. Those who work or go to school during normal hours can make an appointment for the afternoon.<\/p>\n<p>Free Lunch: Noon-12:30 p.m., The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Freshly prepared hot meal, drink and snacks.<\/p>\n<p>Jacksonville Christian Women&#8217;s Connection Luncheon and Program: Noon-2 p.m., Hamilton&#8217;s, 110 N. East St. $15 inclusive | Bob Menge from Arenzville will provide music. Dorothy Smith, a certified Miss America pageant judge, will speak on &#8220;A Dreamer&#8217;s Reality.&#8221; For reservations or more information, call Mary at 217-320-1743.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Walking for Wellness:12:30-3 p.m., First Christian Church, 2106 S. Main St. Free | Indoor walking program offered year-round Monday-Thursday. For more information, call 217-243-6445.<\/p>\n<p>Spirit of Faith Soup Kitchen: 3:30-4 p.m., Spirit of Faith Soup Kitchen, 105 E. Dunlap St. Free | Serving meals to go for anyone in need.<\/p>\n<p>Governor Duncan Association Annual Meeting: 5:30-7:30 p.m., Governor Duncan Mansion, 4 Duncan Place. Free |\u00a0Chad Boehlke presents \u201cWomen\u2019s Roles in the Illinois Anti-Slavery Movement,\u201d which explores the often-overlooked contributions of women in Illinois history.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Rescheduled: World of Outlaws Jacksonville Showdown: 6-10 p.m., Jacksonville Speedway, 110 N. Westgate Ave. | The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars. Event was rescheduled from April 17 rainout date. Tickets available online at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jacksonvillespeedway.com\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">jacksonvillespeedway.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Wednesday\n<\/p>\n<p>Produce and Bakery Giveaway: 9 a.m.-noon, Jacksonville Food Center, 311 E. Morgan St. Free | For Morgan County residents.<\/p>\n<p>Client Choice Food Pantry:\u00a09 a.m.-noon, The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Arrive by 11:30 a.m. Those who work or go to school during normal hours can make an appointment for the afternoon.<\/p>\n<p>Storytime: 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Stories and crafts every Wednesday. For more information, call 217-243-5435.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Free Lunch:\u00a0Noon-12:30 p.m., The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Freshly prepared hot meal, drink and snacks.<\/p>\n<p>Walking for Wellness: 12:30-3 p.m., First Christian Church, 2106 S. Main St. Free | Indoor walking program offered year-round Monday-Thursday. For more information, call 217-243-6445.<\/p>\n<p>Spirit of Faith Soup Kitchen: 3:30-4 p.m., Spirit of Faith Soup Kitchen, 105 E. Dunlap St. Free | Serving meals to go for anyone in need.<\/p>\n<p>Jacksonville Farmers Market: 4-6 p.m., Pathway Plaza, 1905 W. Morton Ave. | Every Wednesday through Sept. 9.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Indivisible Jacksonville: 5:30 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Grassroots political activism group focused on promoting democracy and community engagement. Social time 5:30-6 p.m. Meeting begins at 6 p.m. Meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month.<\/p>\n<p>Open Mic Comedy Night:\u00a06 p.m., Pizza Records, 59 E. Central Park Plaza. Free | Comedians sign up at 6 p.m. for a 5-minute slot, or just enjoy the show. Call or text 217-200-0896 for more information.<\/p>\n<p>Adult Game Night: 6-8 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Bring your favorite trivia game. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jaxpl.org\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">jaxpl.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Babel-On with R.F. Kuang-Zoom Event: 7-8 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Author R.F. Kuang will discuss her recent novel, &#8220;Katabasis.&#8221; Kelly Jensen, an anti-censorship advocate, will join discussion. Event is intended for adults. Call the library at 217-243-5435 to register.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Thursday\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Produce and Bakery Giveaway: 9 a.m.-noon, Jacksonville Food Center, 311 E. Morgan St. Free | For Morgan County residents.<\/p>\n<p>Client Choice Food Pantry: 9 a.m.-noon, The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Arrive by 11:30 a.m. Those who work or go to school during normal hours can make an appointment for the afternoon.<\/p>\n<p>Free Lunch:\u00a0Noon-12:30 p.m., The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Freshly prepared hot meal, drink and snacks.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Walking for Wellness: 12:30-3 p.m., First Christian Church, 2106 S. Main St. Free | Indoor walking program offered year-round Monday-Thursday. For more information, call 217-243-6445.<\/p>\n<p>Spirit of Faith Soup Kitchen: 3:30-4 p.m., Spirit of Faith Soup Kitchen, 105 E. Dunlap St. Free | Serving meals to go for anyone in need.<\/p>\n<p>Teen Advisory Board: 5-6 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Help make the library a better place for teens. For more information, contact Courtney at clangdon@jaxpl.org or Brittany at boverby@jaxpl.org, or call 217-243-5435.<\/p>\n<p>Dementia Friends Training Program: 6 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. Free | Learn to better understand dementia and its impact, and learn practical skills to help support those living with dementia. For more information, call Morgan County Extension at 217-243-7424. Registration not required.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Chains of Command Disc Golf Club: 6-7 p.m., Forman Grove Park, 210 S. Johnson St. | Standing nine-hole round every Thursday, weather permitting.<\/p>\n<p>Poetry Writing Workshop: 7 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library. 201 W. College Ave. Free | For further information, call 217-742-5777.<\/p>\n<p>Jackson Dean: 7-10 p.m., Twisted Tree Music Hall, 1061 E. Morton Ave. | Live music.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Friday<\/p>\n<p>Produce and Bakery Giveaway:\u00a09 a.m.-noon, Jacksonville Food Center, 311 E. Morgan St. Free | For Morgan County residents.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Client Choice Food Pantry: 9 a.m.-noon, The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Arrive by 11:30 a.m. Those who work or go to school during normal hours can make an appointment for the afternoon.<\/p>\n<p>Toddler Storytime: 10-11 a.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Every Friday.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Free Lunch: Noon-12:30 p.m., The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Freshly prepared hot meal, drink and snacks.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Hoogland Education presents &#8220;Children of Eden&#8221;: 7 p.m., Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., Springfield | For tickets or more information, call 217-523-2787 or visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hcfta.org\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">hcfta.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"cci_endnote_contact\" title=\"CCI End Note Contact\">To submit items to the calendar, go to myjournalcourier.com and select \u201ccalendar,\u201d or email jjcsocial@myjournalcourier.com. Items must be submitted at least a week in advance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Saturday Piasa Trail Races: 6 a.m.-2 p.m., Pere Marquette State Park, 13112 Visitors Center Lane, Grafton | Admission:&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":96851,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[116,118,117,115],"class_list":["post-272598","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-jacksonville","tag-jacksonville","tag-jacksonville-headlines","tag-jacksonville-news","tag-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/272598","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=272598"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/272598\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/96851"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=272598"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=272598"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=272598"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}