{"id":297534,"date":"2026-06-05T18:52:11","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T18:52:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/297534\/"},"modified":"2026-06-05T18:52:11","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T18:52:11","slug":"calendar-events-for-jacksonville-illinois-area-this-week-11","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/297534\/","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>Garage Sale: 8 a.m.-4 p.m., The Autism Center of Illinois, 1351 Lincoln Ave. | Sale follows a \u201cdonation-based\u201d model, no set prices. Attendees can select items and contribute an amount they feel is appropriate. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/jacksonvilleil.org\/experience\/events\/\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">jacksonvilleil.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Brad Wallin Memorial Baseball Tournament: 8 a.m.-10 p.m.,\u00a0Future Champions Sports Complex, 5 Kelly St. | Dedicated to the memory of Brad Wallin, supporting multiple children&#8217;s charities. For more information, contact Tim Culbertson at the-grinder@hotmail.com.<\/p>\n<p>Midwest Youth Services Spring Garage Sale: 8:30 a.m.-noon, Midwest Youth Services, 2001 W. Lafayette Ave. | For more information, visit MYS <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/MidwestYouthServices\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Brad Wallin\u2019s Memorial \u201cSafe at Home\u201d Showings: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Illinois Theater, 204 N. Mauvaisterre St. $2 admission | Showtimes: 9 a.m., 9:45 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m. and noon.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>National Memorial of Military Ascent Dedication Ceremony: 9:30-10:30 a.m., Grafton Visitor Center, 950 E. Main St. Free admission | Guest speakers, ribbon-cutting, presentation of colors and light refreshments. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.riversandroutes.com\/events\/national-memorial-of-military-ascent-dedication-ceremony\/\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">riversandro<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.riversandroutes.com\/events\/national-memorial-of-military-ascent-dedication-ceremony\/\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">utes.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The Springfield Municipal Band: 10-11 a.m., Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St.,\u00a0Springfield. Free |\u00a0Band performs just outside the main entrance of the museum. For more information, including full schedule, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/presidentlincoln.illinois.gov\/Event\/31896\/The-Springfield-Municipal-Band-LIVE-at-the-ALPLM\/event-details\/\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">presidentlincoln.illinois.gov<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Art in the Yard: 10 a.m.-noon, The David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave. $5 per person | Celebrate America\u2019s 250th birthday, create projects inspired by famous American landmarks and artists. Adult supervision required. Advance registration not required. For more information, call 217-243-9390 or email\u00a0strawnartgallery@frontier.com.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Free Summer Kids Movie Series: 10 a.m.-noon, Illinois Theater, 204 N. Mauvaisterre St. Free | Every Saturday during the summer. This week&#8217;s movie is\u00a0&#8220;Space Jam.&#8221; For more information or to see full lineup and\u00a0show times, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoistheater.com\/special-events\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">illinoistheater.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair:\u00a010 a.m.-4 p.m., Pere Marquette State Park, 13112 Visitors Lane, Grafton. Free admission | Outdoor activities, trout pond, bluegill pond and 4,000-gallon aquarium. Special guests include Hall of\u00a0Famer Jimmy Houston and Mountain Man from &#8220;Duck Dynasty.&#8221;\u00a0Food and drinks, free gifts and prizes.\u00a0For more information, call 618-786-3323.<\/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>Community Block Party: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., House of Worship Church of God in Christ, 424\u00a0W. Court St. Free | Vendors, food, games, prizes, bounce house and entertainment.<\/p>\n<p>Kiwanis BBQ Braggin\u2019 Rights: Noon-4 p.m., Morgan County Fairgrounds 4-H Building, 110 N. Westgate Ave. $10 adults, $5 kids 6-12, free for kids 5 and under | Gates open at noon. Judging starts at 2:30 p.m. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/898485559466240\/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A\" 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>African American History Museum Tours: 1-4 p.m., African American History Museum, 859 Grove St. | The museum is set up like a timeline and features local and national African American history from slavery to present times. For more information call 217-414-5059. Open every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday.\u00a0<\/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>Pork Chop Supper: 5-7 p.m., Manchester Park. $12 | Menu includes sides, dessert and drink. All proceeds will go to the\u00a0Manchester Cemetery Association.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>National Memorial of Military Ascent Celebration Dinner and Dance: 5-10 p.m., The Loading Dock, 401 Front St., Grafton. $108.55 | Live music and dinner catered by\u00a0Andres. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.graftonillinois.com\/event-details\/d-day-nmma-celebration-dinner-dance-1\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">graftonillinois.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>An Evening of Magic: 7 p.m., Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., Springfield | Ring 239 of the International Brotherhood of Magicians presents a magical evening celebrating the life and legacy of\u00a0Eldon Roark. 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>Ward Davis: 7-10 p.m., Twisted Tree, 1061 E. Morton Ave. | Live music.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Sunday<\/p>\n<p>Brad Wallin Memorial Baseball Tournament: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.,\u00a0Future Champions Sports Complex, 5 Kelly St. | Dedicated to the memory of Brad Wallin, supporting multiple children&#8217;s charities. For more information, contact Tim Culbertson at the-grinder@hotmail.com.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Brad Wallin\u2019s Memorial \u201cSafe at Home\u201d Showings: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Illinois Theater, 204 N. Mauvaisterre St. $2 admission | Showtimes: 9 a.m., 9:45 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m. and noon.<\/p>\n<p>Youth Sand Volleyball League: 10 a.m.-noon, The Hangout Bar and Grill, 901 W. Superior Ave. $40 per player | For fifth to eighth grade students. Games on Sundays starting today through July 12, off on July 5.\u00a0Sign up at The Hangout. For more information, contact Dain 217-320-3999.<\/p>\n<p>African American History Museum Tours: 1-4 p.m., African American History Museum, 859 Grove St. | The museum is set up like a timeline and features local and national African American history from slavery to present times. For more information call 217-414-5059. Open every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday.\u00a0<\/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 class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Ferris Wheel Opening Day: 4-6 p.m., Community Park, 1309 S. Main St. | Free rides in the park every Sunday in the summer.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Pilot Club of Jacksonville Concert in the Park: 6-7\u00a0p.m. Community Park, 1309 S. Main St. Free | Every Sunday in the summer with different music each week. Tonight:\u00a0Land of Lincoln Chorus.<\/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>Toddler Time: 9:30-10:30 a.m.,\u00a0Fitness World Health Club, 1521 W. Walnut St. Free | Every Monday in June. No membership needed. Just sign in at the front desk.\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 class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/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>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>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>Youth Summer Reading Program Opening Party: 10-11 a.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | For more information, call 217-243-5435.<\/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: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 class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>WITS Fitness: 2-3:30 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | University of Illinois educator Karina Moore leads hands-on activities that help boost cognitive function and memory. For more information, email\u00a0Moore at kmoor02s@illinois.edu or call 217-243-7424.<\/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 Area Landlord Association: 5:30 p.m., Morgan County Fairgrounds, 110 N. Westgate Ave. | Meets on the second Tuesday of each month.\u00a0 Social time 5:30 p.m. Meeting starts at 6 p.m. Topics of interest to local landlords and real estate investors.<\/p>\n<p>Likes Lecture Series &#8211; Zoom Event: 7\u00a0p.m., New Philadelphia Association. Free | Freedom Suits and the Freedom Suits Memorial by Paul Venker. Registration is required <a href=\"https:\/\/us06web.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/MMoQiFeIT6mM3d5sDiBGIA#\/registration\" 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 class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Wednesday\n<\/p>\n<p>Playdate at the Playground: 9-10:30 a.m., Community Park, 1309 S. Main St. | Hosted by\u00a0The Early Years 0-3 Program and the Pregnancy Resource Center of Jacksonville for children ages 0-3 and families. Every Wednesday. For\u00a0more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/833987406003494\/833987416003493\/?event_time_id=833987416003493&amp;acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook page<\/a>.<\/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 class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/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: Noon-12:30 p.m., The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Freshly prepared hot meal, drink and snacks.<\/p>\n<p>Free Hearing and Retinal Screenings: Noon-2 p.m., Central Laborer&#8217;s Home Development, 1335 S. Diamond St. | Sponsored by the Jacksonville and Chapin Lions Clubs. For more information, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lionsofillinoisfoundation.org\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">lionsofillinoisfoundation.org<\/a>.<\/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 class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>African American History Museum Tours: 1-4 p.m., African American History Museum, 859 Grove St. | The museum is set up like a timeline and features local and national African American history from slavery to present times. For more information call 217-414-5059. Open every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>History Comes Alive Ice Cream Social: 2-4 p.m., Springfield Art Association, Edwards Place, 700 N. Fourth St., Springfield. Free | Meet Abraham and Mary Lincoln and get a free cup of ice cream. Every Wednesday through Aug. 6. Live music by the Springfield Municipal Band. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springfieldart.org\/edwards-place-events.html\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">springfieldart.org<\/a>.<\/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>Summer Fun and Wellness Fest: 4-6 p.m., Community Park | Hosted by Jacksonville Memorial Hospital. For children and their families. Activities, giveaways, vision and hearing screenings, free meals and food distribution. More information is available\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/memorial.health\/Event\/10042\/Summer-Fun-and-Wellness-Fest-2026\/event-details\/\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">online<\/a> or by calling 217-245-9541.<\/p>\n<p>Free Hearing and Retinal Screenings: 4-6 p.m., Community Park, 1309 S. Main St.\u00a0| Sponsored by the Jacksonville and Chapin Lions Clubs. For more information, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lionsofillinoisfoundation.org\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">lionsofillinoisfoundation.org<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Open\u00a0Mic 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>Equal Daughters, Equal Sons Featuring Springfield Poets and Writers: 6 p.m., Springfield Art Association, Edwards Place, 700 N. Fourth St., Springfield. Free | Poets read original work about what America means to them. For more information, call 217-523-2631 or visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.edwardsplace.org\/\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">edwardsplace.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Adult Book Club: 6-7 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Readers choice based on the genre Coming-of-Age. 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>Bingo: 7-10 p.m., Morgan County VFW, 903 VFW Lane, Jacksonville. $1-$9 | Hot dogs, chips, popcorn and soda available. No outside snacks or alcohol. Doors open at 6 p.m. On the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Thursday\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Youth Garden Club: 9-10 a.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College\u00a0 Ave. | Gardening, bees, butterflies and other nature activities. For ages 5-10. Meets every Thursday. For more information, visit jaxpl.org.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/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>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 class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/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>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>Music in the Park: 7-9 p.m., The Grove Memorial Park, corner of Market and Main streets, Grafton. Free admission | Featuring Highway 67, country\/classic rock. For more information, including complete schedule, visit\u00a0<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>Performing Arts Camp: 7:30 a.m.,\u00a0Green Pastures Christian Retreat Center, 1936 US-67,\u00a0Meredosia |\u00a0Mime, drama, music, dance, fishing, crafts, small groups and worship. Camp runs through 9:30 p.m. tomorrow For more information, call 217-584-1374 or visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenpasturesretreatcenter.org\/events\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">greenpasturesretreatcenter.org<\/a>.<\/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>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>Turf Slugfest Softball Tournament: Noon-10\u00a0p.m., Future Champions Sports Complex, 5 Kelly St. | USSSA sanctioned event is a four game minimum with pool play followed by bracket\u00a0play. For more information or to sign up, contact Tim Culbertson at the-grinder@hotmail.com.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Bookmobile: 1-5 p.m., various locations in Jacksonville | Every Friday through Aug. 7 children ages 2 through seniors in high school can check out two books at a time. Three locations: Pavilion at Centenary United Methodist Church, 321\u00a0E. Morgan St., 1-1:30 p.m.; Dunlap Court, 612 N. West St., 2:15-3:15 p.m.; Greenbriar Apartments, 12\u00a0Greenbriar Drive, 3:30-4:30 p.m. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jaxpl.org\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">jaxpl.org<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Youth Drop-in Activity: 2:30-5 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Create with perler beads and take project home. 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>Lego Club: 2:30-5 p.m., \u00a0Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Build your favorite fruit or veggie. Drop-in class.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>New Residents Welcome Party: 5:30-9 p.m., Central Park Plaza | For new and prospective residents of Jacksonville. Includes giveaways and the opportunity to meet people invested in Jacksonville area communities. Held in conjunction with Downtown Concert Series.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Morgan County Audubon Society: 6 p.m., Nancy Jane Moore Community Park, 109 Stellar St., Elkhart. Free | BYO picnic dinner and playground open for kids 6 p.m. Allen Yow will lead a firefly walk at 7:30\u00a0p.m. Rain date is June 19. For more information, call 217-947-2238, email elkhart.hist.soc@gmail.com or visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elkharthistoricalsociety.org\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">elkharthistoricalsociety.org<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Jacksonville Main Street Downtown Concert Series: 6-9 p.m., Central Park Plaza | Music by 90&#8217;s Kids Superfly. For 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>Weekly Racing: 7 p.m., Jacksonville Speedway, 110 N. Westgate Ave. | 410 Sprints, 305 Sprints,\u00a0Modifieds, Street Stocks and Micros. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Hot Laps 6:15 p.m. Racing starts at 7 p.m. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/jacksonvillespeedway.com\/\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">jacksonvillespeedway.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Scotty Inman: 7 p.m., Historic Golden Windmill, 902 Prairie Mills Road, Golden. Donations accepted | Live concert. Concessions begin at 4:30 p.m., including pulled pork sandwiches, hot dogs, chili dogs, homemade desserts and more. For more information, visit Gospel is Golden <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/goldengospelmusic\" 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>Tequila Tasting: 7-9 p.m., Springfield Art Association, Edwards Place, 700 N. Fourth St., Springfield. $45 nonmembers, $40 SAA members | Hosted by\u00a0Curator of Collections and Interpretation Sarah Adams and Dr. Nathan Steele. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springfieldart.org\/edwards-place-events.html\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">springfieldart.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>STC presents &#8220;For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide\/When the Rainbow is Enuf: 7:30 p.m., Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. 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