{"id":289193,"date":"2026-05-29T18:32:14","date_gmt":"2026-05-29T18:32:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/289193\/"},"modified":"2026-05-29T18:32:14","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T18:32:14","slug":"calendar-events-for-jacksonville-illinois-area-this-week-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/289193\/","title":{"rendered":"Calendar events for Jacksonville, Illinois, area this week"},"content":{"rendered":"<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>Jacksonville Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-noon, Pathway Plaza, 1905 W. Morton Ave. | Every Saturday through Oct. 31.<\/p>\n<p>Brad Wallin Baseball Tournament: 8 a.m.-10 p.m.,\u00a0Future Champions Sports Complex, 5 Kelly St. | Fundraising tournament supporting multiple children&#8217;s charities, dedicated to the memory of Brad Wallin. To register or for more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.futurechampionssportscomplex.com\/service-page\/may-29-31-bwmt-8u-open-boys-1?category=3e977445-0178-4e7a-ab5f-920212e6cf28&amp;referral=service_list_widget\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">futurechampionssportscomplex.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Color for a Cause: 5K Color Run: 8:30 a.m., Jacksonville Community Park, 1309 S. Main St. Free | 5K color run hosted by Midwest Youth Services. Registration 8:30 a.m. Event starts at 9 a.m. Register online at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/color-for-a-cause-5k-color-run-tickets-1987829921807?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">eventbrite.com<\/a>.<\/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>Jacksonville Pride\u00a0Celebration: Noon-4 p.m., Twisted Tree, 1061 E. Morton Ave.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Woodlawn Farm Museum: 1-4 p.m., Woodlawn Farm, 1463 Gierke Lane | Suggested donation: $5 adults, $3 students | Educational tour of an 1840s farm home whose family was involved in the Underground Railroad efforts; also learn about farm life in the mid-1800s. Open each Saturday and Sunday. For more information, call 309-678-7716.<\/p>\n<p>Jacksonville Disc Golf Club: 2-4 p.m., Nichols Park, 110 Holkenbrink Drive | Standing 18-hole round every Saturday, weather permitting. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/jaxildiscgolf\/about\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Toxic Johnny: 2-6 p.m., Evandy&#8217;s Boatel, 100 Bob Michael St. Meredosia | Live music.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Sunday<\/p>\n<p>Brad Wallin Baseball Tournament: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.,\u00a0Future Champions Sports Complex, 5 Kelly St. | Fundraising tournament supporting multiple children&#8217;s charities, dedicated to the memory of Brad Wallin. To register or for more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.futurechampionssportscomplex.com\/service-page\/may-29-31-bwmt-8u-open-boys-1?category=3e977445-0178-4e7a-ab5f-920212e6cf28&amp;referral=service_list_widget\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">futurechampionssportscomplex.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Woodlawn Farm Museum: 1-4 p.m., Woodlawn Farm, 1463 Gierke Lane | Suggested donation: $5 adults, $3 students | Educational tour of an 1840s farm home whose family was involved in the Underground Railroad efforts; also learn about farm life in the mid-1800s. Open each Saturday and Sunday. For more information call 309-678-7716.<\/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>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 class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Blood Drive: 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Jacksonville Memorial Hospital, 1600 W. Walnut St. | Go\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/memorial.health\/Event\/10038\/Blood-Drive\/event-details\/\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">online<\/a> to register or call 217-245-9541.<\/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>Breastfeeding 101: 6-7:30 p.m., Jacksonville Memorial Hospital, 1600 W. Walnut St. | Presented by board certified lactation consultant. Partners and doulas are encouraged to attend. Meeting Room 5. Held on the first Monday of each month. Register\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/memorial.health\/Event\/9784\/Breastfeeding-101\/event-details\/\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">online<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Carlinville Community Conversation Series:\u00a07 p.m., Macoupin County Historical Society, 920 W. Breckenridge St. | A discussion of Nicholas Welch\u2019s 1812 Land Grant and the autobiography of Black Hawk, leader of the Sauk\/Sac Indian tribes. Reservations required to marytinder1@gmail.com.<\/p>\n<p>Tuesday<\/p>\n<p>Suicide Awareness Bus Tour: Lake Jacksonville | Bring photos, obituaries or ashes of loved ones, and their memory will be honored. Continues through tomorrow. For more information, visit Suicide Awareness Bus &amp; Spirit House\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/280859390592075\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Jacksonville Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-noon, Pathway Plaza, 1905 W. Morton Ave. | Every Tuesday through Sept. 8.<\/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: 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>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>NPA Likes Lecture Series &#8211; Zoom Event: 7\u00a0p.m., New Philadelphia Association. Free | John Wood: A pioneer, senator, governor and abolitionist, presented by\u00a0Reg Ankrom. Registration required\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/us06web.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/MMoQiFeIT6mM3d5sDiBGIA\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">online<\/a>. Held each Tuesday in June with a different topic each week. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newphiladelphiail.org\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">newphiladelphiail.org<\/a> or call 833-582-9622.<\/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 class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/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>Safe Sitter Class: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Jacksonville Memorial Hospital, 1600 W. Walnut St. $35 includes workbook and lunch | For ages 11-15.\u00a0 Training will cover lifesaving skills for choking, using manikins for skill work. Register <a href=\"https:\/\/memorial.health\/Event\/10019\/JMH-Safe-Sitter-Class\/event-details\/\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">online<\/a> or at 8:30 a.m. day of training. For more information, call 217-245-9541.<\/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>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>Jacksonville Farmers Market: 4-6 p.m., Pathway Plaza, 1905 W. Morton Ave. | Every Wednesday through Sept. 9.<\/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 p.m. Meeting begins at 6\u00a0p.m. Meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month in the conference room.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/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>Childbirth Education Class: 6-8 p.m., Jacksonville Memorial Hospital, 1600 W. Walnut St. | For women 24 weeks or more and their support person. Register\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/memorial.health\/Event\/9776\/Childbirth-Education-Classes\/event-details\/\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">online<\/a>. For more information, call 217-245-9541.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Stella Cole in Concert: 8 p.m., Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., Springfield. $36 adults, $34 seniors and students | Jazz sensation, viral star, and Springfield native Stella Cole performs.\u00a0For 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>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 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>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 class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/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>DJ\u00a0Bre: 5-8 p.m., The Patio 210 W. College | Outside, weather permitting.<\/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>Cornhole Night: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Jacksonville Community Center for the Deaf, 907 W. Superior Ave. Admission $3 members, $5 nonmembers, $10 for each cornhole\u00a0| Bring chairs and beverages. Every Thursday. Doors open at 6 p.m.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Poetry Open\u00a0Mic: 7 p.m., Soap Co. Coffee House, 207 S. Sandy St. Free | All are welcome. For questions, call 217-742-5777.<\/p>\n<p>Music in the Park: 7-9 p.m., The Grove Memorial Park, corner of Market and Main streets, Grafton. Free admission | Featuring Starlifter, U.S. Band of Mid-America. For more information, including complete schedule, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.graftonilchamber.com\/music-in-the-park\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">graftonilchamber.com<\/a>.<\/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>Midwest Youth Services Spring Garage Sale: Noon-6 p.m., Midwest Youth Services, 2001 W. Lafayette Ave. | For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/MidwestYouthServices\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook page<\/a>. Continues tomorrow 8:30 a.m. to noon. To donate, call 217-254-6000 to schedule a drop off.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Art Opening Reception: 5:30-7:30 p.m., Springfield Art Association, SAA Collective, 105 N. Fifth St., Springfield | &#8220;Metamorphing,&#8221; featuring artist Bernie White\u00a0Hatcher. Exhibit on display through July 29. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springfieldart.org\/collective.html\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">springfieldart.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Art Opening Reception: 5:30-7:30\u00a0p.m., Springfield Art Association, M.G. Nelson Family Gallery, 700 N. Fourth St., Springfield | A 50-year celebration of the Prairie Weavers Guild. Exhibit on display through June 27. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springfieldart.org\/mg-nelson-family-gallery.html\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">springfieldart.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Jacksonville Main Street Downtown Concert Series: 6-9 p.m., Central Park Plaza | Music by DuHost.\u00a0For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jacksonvillemainstreet.org\/concerts\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">jacksonvillemainstreet.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Jacksonville Lions Club\u2019s Annual Trivia Night: 6-9 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 320 E. State St. $15 per person | Cash bar, silent auction, 50\/50 raffle. Trivia starts at 7 p.m. To register, contact Larry at 217-245-9386 or Tamra at 217-415-1417.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Game Night: 7-9\u00a0p.m., Beyond Tabletop Game Lounge, 73 E. Central Park Plaza. $5 at the door | Play board games, cards, dice games and trivia, and meet new people.\u00a0<\/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":"Jacksonville Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-noon, Pathway Plaza, 1905 W. Morton Ave. | Every Saturday through Oct. 31. 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