{"id":313385,"date":"2026-06-19T18:53:09","date_gmt":"2026-06-19T18:53:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/313385\/"},"modified":"2026-06-19T18:53:09","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T18:53:09","slug":"calendar-events-for-jacksonville-illinois-area-this-week-13","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/313385\/","title":{"rendered":"Calendar events for Jacksonville, Illinois, area this week"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Saturday<\/p>\n<p>Jacksonville Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-noon, Pathway Plaza, 1905 W. Morton Ave. | Every Saturday through Oct. 31.<\/p>\n<p>Performing Arts Camp: 7:30 a.m., Green Pastures Christian Retreat Center, 1936 US-67, Meredosia | Mime, drama, music, dance, fishing, crafts, small groups and worship. For more information, call 217-584-1374 or visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenpasturesretreatcenter.org\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">greenpasturesretreatcenter.org<\/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>.<\/p>\n<p>Absolute Science: 10-11 a.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Butterfly encounter tents. For more information, call 217-243-5435.\u00a0<\/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>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 &#8220;Peter Rabbit.&#8221; For more information or to see full lineup and show times, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoistheater.com\/special-events\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">illinoistheater.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Grill Out with Dad Event: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., HyVee, 1255 W. Morton Ave. | Sign up in store at customer service.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Toy Story 5&#8221; Pajamas &amp; Pop-Tarts Event:\u00a010:30 a.m., Illinois Theater, \u00a0204 N. Mauvaisterre St. | For more information, email info@illinoistheater.com.\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>Juneteenth Celebration: 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., downtown Jacksonville. Free | DJ, music, vendors, food trucks and more. For more information, email 3017secretary@NAACPunit.org, or call 217-414-5059.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Rock &amp; Rev Festival: Noon, Brown County Fairgrounds, 399 Fairground St., Mount Sterling | Car show, vendor market, live music by Josh Holland Band and The Hype. In conjunction with America250 Celebration. For concert tickets or more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/rockandrevfestival.simpletix.com\/\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">rockandrevfestival.simpletix.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>America250 Celebration: Noon, Brown County Fairgrounds, 399 Fairground St., Mount Sterling | Visit Depot Museum, parade 2:45 p.m., flag raising 3:30 p.m., music 3:45 p.m., veteran recognition 4:15 p.m., literary awards and closing 4:30 p.m. In conjunction with Rock &amp; Rev Festival.\u00a0<\/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>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>Roodhouse High School Alumni: 5 p.m., Roodhouse First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. Tickets $16 | Meal catered by Smocks at 6\u00a0p.m. Tickets available at Pharmacy Plus or by calling Linda McGinnis Barnard at 217-248-2483 or Dixie Martin Winters at 217-473-1598.<\/p>\n<p>Pride Month Drag Show: 5-7 p.m., The Soap Co. Coffee House, 207 S. Sandy St. $15 | Doors open at 4 p.m. Tickets available at venue.\u00a0<\/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. 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=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>The Portable Beat: 8 p.m., KJB\u2019s,\u00a0224 E. State St. | Live music.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Sunday<\/p>\n<p>Joe Becker: 10 a.m.-noon, The Soap Co. Coffee House, 207 S. Sandy St. | Live music.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Sensory Sunday: 10-11 a.m., Raging Rivers WaterPark,\u00a0100 Palisades Pkwy., Grafton. Free admission | For those with special needs and their chaperones.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Youth Sand Volleyball League:\u00a010 a.m.-noon, The Hangout Bar and Grill, 901 W. Superior Ave. $40 per player | For fifth to eighth grade students. Games on Sundays through July 12, off on July 5. Sign up at The Hangout. For more information, contact Dain 217-320-3999.<\/p>\n<p>Richie Callison: Noon-3 p.m., Pere Marquette Lodge, 13653 Lodge Blvd., Grafton | Live music.<\/p>\n<p>DAYCO presents &#8220;Beauty and the Beast&#8221;: 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., Springfield | For tickets or more information, call 217-523-2787 or visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hcfta.org\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">hcfta.org<\/a>.<\/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 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>STC presents &#8220;For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide\/When the Rainbow is Enuf: 3 p.m., Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., Springfield | For tickets or more information, call 217-523-2787 or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hcfta.org\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">hcfta.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Ferris Wheel Rides: 4-6 p.m., Community Park, 1309 S. Main St. | Free rides in the park every Sunday in the summer.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Rodney Crowell with special guest Sunny Sweeney: 6-9 p.m., Twisted Tree Music Hall, 1061 E. Morton Ave. | Live music.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Pilot Club of Jacksonville Concert in the Park: 6-7 p.m. Community Park, 1309 S. Main St. Free | Every Sunday in the summer with different music each week. Tonight: Just Friends. Bring lawn chairs and blankets.<\/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>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>Coach T\u2019s Pickleball Kids Camp: 9:30-11:30 a.m., Fitness World Health Club, 1521 W. Walnut St. $40 | Kids grade 2-8 learn the rules of the game, practice serving, dinking and volleys. Camp runs June 24. Register <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSeTxm_1wTe43uMB1nWGEBHPvBVgRBGhDwlbfgw8PNOSJgCEBQ\/viewform\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">online<\/a>. For more information, call 217-243-5858.<\/p>\n<p>Backyard Bible Club: 10-11:30 a.m., Minnie Barr Park, 300 E. Walnut St. | For kids preschool to fifth grade. No registration required. Games, learning from the Bible and lunch. Runs through Thursday. For more information, contact City Church at 217-245-9197 or citychurchjacksonville@gmail.com.<\/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.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Interactive Movie: 2-4 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | &#8220;A Bug&#8217;s Life,&#8221; rated G.\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>Children\u2019s Art Class with Kirby Drennan:\u00a03:30-4:30 p.m., at The David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave. $35 members; $40 non-members| Three-week class starts today for kids ages 6 to 12. Complete <a href=\"https:\/\/jacksonvilleil.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Summer-2026-EDU-Flyer.pdf\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">registration form<\/a> and return to the Gallery. For more information call 217-243-9390.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>New Ladder Truck Commissioning Ceremony: 4:30-6 p.m., Jacksonville Fire Department, 200 W. Douglas Ave. | Open house and new aerial viewing begins at 4:30 p.m. Ceremony 5:15 p.m.\u00a0Refreshments served.<\/p>\n<p>Pottery Class with Kirby Drennan: 5-7 p.m., The David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave. $60 members, $65 nonmembers | For adults and high school students. For beginning and continuing students. Complete <a href=\"https:\/\/jacksonvilleil.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Summer-2026-EDU-Flyer.pdf\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">online registration form<\/a>\u00a0and return to the Gallery.<\/p>\n<p>Vacation Bible School: 5-7 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 405 Massey Lane. Free | For kids kindergarten to fifth grade. Theme: tropical island adventure. Meal served at 5 p.m. Runs through Thursday. RSVP to Pastor Jacob at 630-339-6411 or pastor.jacob.fredrich@gmail.com.<\/p>\n<p>JHS Volleyball Kiddie Camp: 5:30-7 p.m., Jacksonville High School, 1211 N. Diamond St. $25 | For students kindergarten through eighth grade. Teaches basic skills. Register <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSebUMwXdJncn95v7N36fJNrKnN41oTZ5CcaX6C_ndOFpkNpyQ\/closedform\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">online<\/a>. For more information, contact Coach Hickox chickox@JSD117.org.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>NAACP: 6 p.m., Mayor&#8217;s Conference Room, Municipal Building, 200\u00a0W. Douglas Ave. | Held in Mayor&#8217;s conference room on fourth Monday of each month.<\/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>Little Lincoln&#8217;s Fireside Tales: All are Welcome: 9-10 a.m. and 10:30-11:30 a.m., Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Classroom, 112 N. Sixth St., Springfield. Free | Early learning program for children age 5 and under and their caregivers. Advance registration required at <a href=\"https:\/\/presidentlincoln.illinois.gov\/Event\/30893\/Little-Lincolns-Fireside-Tales-All-are-Welcome\/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>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>Music &amp; Stories with Mike Anderson: 10-11 a.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave.<\/p>\n<p>Backyard Bible Club: 10-11:30 a.m., Minnie Barr Park, 300 E. Walnut St. | For kids preschool to fifth grade. No registration required. Games, learning from the Bible and lunch. Runs through Thursday. For more information, contact City Church at 217-245-9197 or citychurchjacksonville@gmail.com.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/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>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>JHS Volleyball Youth Camp: 5-8 p.m., Jacksonville High School, 1211 N. Diamond St. $50 | For grades 6-8. Teaches all-around skills. Register <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSebUMwXdJncn95v7N36fJNrKnN41oTZ5CcaX6C_ndOFpkNpyQ\/closedform\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">online<\/a>. For more information, contact Coach Hickox chickox@JSD117.org.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Book Club for Educators &#8211; Virtual Event: 6-7:30 p.m., Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum,\u00a0212 N. Sixth St., Springfield.\u00a0Free | All participants who read &#8220;Sweet Taste of Liberty: A True Story of Slavery and Restitution in America&#8221; by W. Caleb McDaniel and attend the discussion will receive 6.5 CPDUs. Registration required. For more information call 217-558-8844 or visit <a href=\"https:\/\/presidentlincoln.illinois.gov\/Event\/30894\/Book-Club-for-Educators-Sweet-Taste-of-Liberty-A-True-Story-of-Slavery-and-Restitution-in-America-by-W-Caleb-McDaniel\/event-details\/\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">presidentlincoln.illinois.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Book Chat: 6:30-7:30 p.m., Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum Union Theater, 212 N. Sixth St., Springfield. Free | Travel journalist and broadcaster Bill Clevlen shares highlights from his latest book, &#8220;Presidential Road Trips.&#8221; Advance registration required <a href=\"https:\/\/presidentlincoln.illinois.gov\/Event\/30895\/Book-Chat-Presidential-Road-Trips\/event-details\/\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">presidentlincoln.illinois.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>NPA Likes Lecture Series &#8211; Zoom Event: 7 p.m., New Philadelphia Association. Free | New Philadelphia Neighbors. Members of the New Philadelphia Association will discuss families of New Philadelphia and Hadley Township. 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 newphiladelphiail.org or call 833-582-9622.<\/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 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:\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>Backyard Bible Club: 10-11:30 a.m., Minnie Barr Park, 300 E. Walnut St. | For kids preschool to fifth grade. No registration required. Games, learning from the Bible and lunch. Runs through Thursday. For more information, contact City Church at 217-245-9197 or citychurchjacksonville@gmail.com.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/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>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 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>Jacksonville Farmers Market: 4-6 p.m., Pathway Plaza, 1905 W. Morton Ave. | Every Wednesday through Sept. 9.<\/p>\n<p>ICash Event: 4-6 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Program about unclaimed cash and property held by the treasurer\u2019s office. 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>JHS Volleyball Hitters Camp: 5:30-7:30 p.m., Jacksonville High School, 1211 N. Diamond St. $50 | For grades 6-8. Register <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSebUMwXdJncn95v7N36fJNrKnN41oTZ5CcaX6C_ndOFpkNpyQ\/closedform\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">online<\/a>. For more information, contact Coach Hickox chickox@JSD117.org.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Mia Ware Foundation Annual Survivor Celebration: 6 p.m., Hamilton&#8217;s, 110 N. East St. | Meal, entertainment, prizes and guest speaker. Survivors of any cancer or those in active treatment will be celebrated. You are welcome to bring one guest.<\/p>\n<p>Cooking Up Success: 6 p.m., University of Illinois Extension, 104 N. Westgate Ave. | How to sell food from your home kitchen. Hosted by Morgan County Health Department and Illinois Extension. Register online at <a href=\"https:\/\/go.illinois.edu\/CookingSuccessMorgan\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/go.illinois.edu\/CookingSuccessMorgan<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Bingo: 7-10\u00a0p.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\u00a0p.m. Play starts at 7 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 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jaxpl.org\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">jaxpl.org<\/a>.\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>Backyard Bible Club: 10-11:30 a.m., Minnie Barr Park, 300 E. Walnut St. | For kids preschool to fifth grade. No registration required. Games, learning from the Bible and lunch. Runs through Thursday. For more information, contact City Church at 217-245-9197 or citychurchjacksonville@gmail.com.<\/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>Jacksonville Promise Night: 2 p.m.-closing, Leo&#8217;s Pizza, 230 S. Main St. | Mention Jacksonville Promise when placing order and Leo&#8217;s will donate 15% of total to scholarship program. Call 217-243-3413. Fourth Thursday of each month.\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>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 class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>DJ Bre: 5-8 p.m., The Patio, 210 W. College Ave.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Chains of Command Disc Golf Club:\u00a06-7 p.m., Forman Grove Park, 210 S. Johnson St. | Standing nine-hole round every Thursday, weather permitting.<\/p>\n<p>Backyard Bible Club Family Night: 6-7:30 p.m., 10-11:30 a.m., Minnie Barr Park, 300 E. Walnut St. | For more information, contact City Church at 217-245-9197 or citychurchjacksonville@gmail.com.<\/p>\n<p>Cornhole Night:\u00a06:30-8:30 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 Outlaw Opry. 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>Alex Williams: 7-10 p.m., Twisted Tree, 1061 E. Morton Ave. | Live music.\u00a0<\/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\" data-link=\"native\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">greenpasturesretreatcenter.org<\/a>.<\/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>Toddler Storytime: 10-11 a.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Every Friday.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Carlinville Community Conversation Series: Noon, Macoupin County Courthouse lawn | Part of &#8220;History Belongs to All of Us,&#8221; a three-month series of events commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence. Event coincides with the Old Fashioned Route 66 Jubilee. Illinois Humanities Road Scholar Anna Sielaff discusses the 3,000-year-old Edwards Trace, used by Native Americans and early Illinois settlers. Food, music and games. For more information, contact Andrea Duncan 217-204-1446, or Mary Tinder 217-825-9699.<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/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>June Jam Baseball Tournament: Noon-8 p.m., Future Champions Sports Complex, 5 Kelly St. | To register or for more information, contact Tim Culbertson at the-grinder@hotmail.com.<\/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>An Evening in Step: 6-8 p.m., Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Plaza, 212 N. Sixth St., Springfield. Free | Celebrate America\u2019s 250th birthday with the Springfield International Folk Dancers. Complementary refreshments served.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"uiTextSmall f aic jcc\">Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Jacksonville Main Street Downtown Concert Series: 6-9 p.m., Central Park Plaza | Music by Tege Holt &amp; the Lonesome Pines. 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. 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