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  • Story Walk on the Square

    Story Walk on the Square
    Downtown Jacksonville Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Enjoy a little trip around the Jacksonville square as you read a book with your preschool-elementary aged kids. 20 businesses have offered to put a page in their windows for the summer, so start reading July's book, "Tales of the Dairy Godmother", at the NW corner through July 31st. Fill out the Story Walk on the Square form with questions for all […]

  • Jacksonville Memorial Hospital Safe Sitter Class

    Jacksonville Memorial Hospital Safe Sitter Class
    Jacksonville Memorial Hospital 1600 W Walnut St, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    The Safe Sitter class gives preteens and teens ages 11–15 the confidence and skills to be effective, safe babysitters. Cost is $35 and includes a workbook and lunch. Space is limited so register early. Training will cover lifesaving skills for choking. During class, students will use manikins for skill work. There will also be role playing, games and activities as […]

  • 0-3 Playdate at the Playground

    0-3 Playdate at the Playground
    Community Park Jacksonville, IL, United States

    The Early Years 0-3 Program and the Pregnancy Resource Center of Jacksonville will be hosting a playdate every Wednesday 9:15am at Community Park (Red Park) in Jacksonville. All community members with children aged 0-3 are welcomed to join us for play! Check 0-3 Playdate at the Playground | Facebook for any updates on the playdates, including changes due to weather.

  • Hard Honey Ink Grand Opening

    Hard Honey Ink 405 South Main Street, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Hard Honey Ink is officially moving into a brand-new storefront at 405 S. Main Street on July 1! * They are celebrating with their FIRST EVER FLASH SALE! This will be a WALK-IN ONLY FLASH EVENT. Flash designs will be posted the day before on Hard Honey Ink Grand Opening FLASH SALE | Facebook. The first TWO people to get […]

  • African American History Museum Tours

    African American History Museum Tours
    Jacksonville African American History Museum 859 Grove Street, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    The Jacksonville African American History Museum is located in the historic Underground Railroad site, the Asa Talcott home. The museum features very interesting local and National African American History from slavery to present times. The museum is setup like a timeline and offers information on slavery, the local and National Underground Railroad history and Civil Rights along with African American […]

  • Summer Reading Hour at the African American History Museum

    Summer Reading Hour at the African American History Museum
    Jacksonville African American History Museum 859 Grove Street, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Bring the kids for a story time, activity and snack Wednesdays in July at the Jacksonville African American History Museum from 2:00 - 3:00 PM. Each week will have a different empowering story and fun activity! July 1- "An American Story" July 8- "I Am Enough" July 15- "We're Different, We're the Same" July 22- "Amazing Grace" July 29- "I […]

  • Jacksonville Farmer’s Market

    Jacksonville Farmer’s Market
    Pathway Services 1905 West Morton Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Shop the offerings of Jacksonville area farmers, bakers, and vendors all in one place at the Jacksonville Farmer's Market. Visit the market Wednesdays from 4:00 - 6:00 PM in the lot in front of Pathway Services.  

  • Open Clay Night for Adults

    Open Clay Nights for Adults
    Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies 225 E State St, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies is hosting an Open Clay Night for those 21 and older every Wednesday and for families every Monday! Let your artistic side shine while you and your friends enjoy a night of pottery! Whether you are a beginner or an expert, there is something for everyone to enjoy from the pottery wheel to glazing pre-cast […]

    $16.50

  • Youth Garden Club at the Library

    Youth Garden Club at the Library
    Jacksonville Public Library 201 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Does your elementary kiddo have a green thumb or love to play in the dirt? Join the Jacksonville Public Library in the garden on Thursdays at 9:00 AM for Garden Club! Learn all about nature and help tend the library's garden under the guidance of local Master Gardeners. Ages 5-10 recommended.

  • DJ Bre at The Patio

    DJ Bre at The Patio
    The Patio 210 West College, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Get your song request ready and come out to The Patio on Thursday nights to hear some good music with DJ Bre! Enjoy the great food and patio vibes starting at 5:00 PM. (Weather permitting)

  • Chains of Command Disc Golf Club at Forman Grove Park

    Chains of Command Disc Golf Club at Forman Grove Park
    Forman Grove Park 210 South Johnson St, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    The Chains of Command Disc Golf Club invites disc golf players to join their standing 9-hole round at the Forman Grove course every Thursday (weather dependent) at 6:00 PM. The Chains of Command DGC aims to foster a community of disc golf players, encouraging participation and skill development through organized play and events. If you're interested in joining or learning […]

  • Baby Storytime

    Baby Storytime
    Jacksonville Public Library 201 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Join the Library for stories, songs, and rhymes! Story Time and Baby Story time are back! And we're excited to announce that we will be resuming afternoon Story Time at 3 PM every Wednesday as well! For more information call the library at 217-243-5435

  • Stars & Stripes Baseball Tournament

    Stars & Stripes Baseball Tournament
    Future Champions Sports Complex 5 Kelly Street, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    FUTURE CHAMPIONS "PLAY THE TURF" -- STARS & STRIPES This unsanctioned event is for A/AA teams only 3 game minimum with pool play followed by bracket play Tournament schedule released on Tuesday evening the week of the tournament Summer events may start pool play as early as 12:00pm on Friday afternoon if needed ELIMINATE RAINOUTS and "Play the Turf" in […]

  • Jacksonville Public Library’s Bookmobile

    Jacksonville Public Library’s Bookmobile
    Centenary United Methodist Church 331 E State St, Jacksonville, IL

    The Jacksonville Public Library is bringing the books to you! Their Bookmobile is coming to a location near you every Friday from June 12th - August 7th! Children ages 2 through seniors in high school are able to check out books. They are able to check out 2 books each week. You do not need a library card to participate […]

  • Jacksonville Public Library’s Bookmobile

    Jacksonville Public Library’s Bookmobile
    Dunlap Court Apartments 612 North West St, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    The Jacksonville Public Library is bringing the books to you! Their Bookmobile is coming to a location near you every Friday from June 12th - August 7th! Children ages 2 through seniors in high school are able to check out books. They are able to check out 2 books each week. You do not need a library card to participate […]

  • Jacksonville Public Library’s Bookmobile

    Jacksonville Public Library’s Bookmobile
    Greenbriar Apartments 12 Greenbriar Dr, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    The Jacksonville Public Library is bringing the books to you! Their Bookmobile is coming to a location near you every Friday from June 12th - August 7th! Children ages 2 through seniors in high school are able to check out books. They are able to check out 2 books each week. You do not need a library card to participate […]

  • “The Wizard of Oz” performance from Kids Act Production

    First Presbyterian Church 870 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    The Kids Act Summer Camp will be performing their short play of "The Wizard of Oz" on July 3 at 6:00 PM! Students from the camp have been rehearsing all week to bring this FREE 30-minute performance to the public.

  • Game Night at Beyond Tabletop Game Lounge

    Game Night at Beyond Tabletop Game Lounge
    Beyond Tabletop Game Lounge 73 East Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, United States

    Looking for others to play games with? The first Friday of every month will be Game Night at Beyond Tabletop Game Lounge! Come to enjoy Board Games, Card Games, Dice Games and Trivia while meeting new people. No prior experience is necessary. Entry is just $5 at the door.

  • SINGO

    SINGO
    Goodtime Docs 220 South Main Street, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Win trips and free slot play, playing SINGO. It's musical Bingo with different genre's every week. Starts at 8PM and is FREE to play.

  • Jacksonville Farmer’s Market

    Jacksonville Farmers Market
    Pathway Services 1905 West Morton Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Shop the offerings of Jacksonville area farmers, bakers, and vendors all in one place at the Jacksonville Farmers Market. Visit the market Saturdays from 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM in the lot in front of Pathway Services.  

  • Heartland Bank & Trust Independence Day 5K Run/Walk

    Nichols Park 110 Holkenbrink Drive, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Celebrate America's 250th birthday with a dash through nature! The annual Independence Day run at Nichols Park is back on July 4 at 7:30 AM. The event sponsored by Heartland Bank will be a 5K run, walk and fun run from Nichols Park through Jacksonville and South Jacksonville and back. The 5K run and walk starts at 7:30 AM, and […]

  • Stars & Stripes Baseball Tournament

    Stars & Stripes Baseball Tournament
    Future Champions Sports Complex 5 Kelly Street, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    FUTURE CHAMPIONS "PLAY THE TURF" -- STARS & STRIPES This unsanctioned event is for A/AA teams only 3 game minimum with pool play followed by bracket play Tournament schedule released on Tuesday evening the week of the tournament Summer events may start pool play as early as 12:00pm on Friday afternoon if needed ELIMINATE RAINOUTS and "Play the Turf" in […]

  • Fourth of July Parade

    Morgan County Fair Grounds 110 N Westgate Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Celebrate 250 years of Independence at the 4th of July Parade, “Celebrating Freedom, Service, and Impact”! The parade steps off at 10:00 AM at the Morgan County Fairgrounds, down West State Street and around Central Park. To be a part of the parade line-up, entry forms must be submitted by June 26 at 5:00 PM. Register at 4th of July […]

  • Free Summer Kids Movie Series

    Free Summer Kids Movie Series
    Illinois Theater 204 North Mauvaisterre St, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Every Saturday at 10:00 AM all summer long, Illinois Theater of Jacksonville will be playing FREE kids throwback movies. Check out their website for the full lineup and showtimes at illinoistheater.com/special-events. June 6- Space Jam June 13- A Minecraft Movie June 20- Peter Rabbit June 27- Lyle, Lyle Crocodile July 4- The Garfield Movie July 11- The Angry Birds Movie […]

  • 4th of July Car Show

    Franklin Christian Church 111 Main Street, Franklin, IL, United States

    The 4th of July Car Show will be held at Franklin Christian Church from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM on Independence Day! Register your car or come check out others for a fun day in the sun. Email [email protected] for more information.

  • American Legion Flag Raising and BBQ

    American Legion Post 279 903 West Superior Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Join the American Legion Post 279 this 4th of July to celebrate 250 years of Independence with a Flag Raising and BBQ!Doors open at 11:00 AM with the Flag raising ceremony at the flagpole at Noon.Free hamburgers, porky burgers, brats and hot dogs will be available while they last following the ceremony.

  • African American History Museum Tours

    African American History Museum Tours
    Jacksonville African American History Museum 859 Grove Street, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    The Jacksonville African American History Museum is located in the historic Underground Railroad site, the Asa Talcott home. The museum features very interesting local and National African American History from slavery to present times. The museum is setup like a timeline and offers information on slavery, the local and National Underground Railroad history and Civil Rights along with African American […]

  • Woodlawn Farm Tours

    Woodlawn Farm Tours
    Woodlawn Farm 1463 Gierke Lane, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Woodlawn Farms showcases the homestead of Jacksonville’s extensive Underground Railroad network. Former enslaved people were ushered through this home on their way to freedom. This Farm, five miles east of Jacksonville, was established in 1824 by Michael Huffaker. Michael and his wife, Jane, rode by horseback from Kentucky, bought land east of Jacksonville, and built a cabin for their growing […]

  • Jacksonville Disc Golf Club at Nichols Park

    Jacksonville Disc Golf Club at Nichols Park
    Nichols Park 110 Holkenbrink Drive, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    The Jacksonville Disc Golf Club invites disc golf players to join their standing 18-hole round at the Nichols Park course every Saturday (weather dependent) at 2:00 PM. Check them out of Facebook or just show up to join in. Jacksonville IL Disc Golf | Facebook      

  • Fourth of July Fireworks in Jacksonville

    Nichols Park 110 Holkenbrink Drive, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Bring your lawn chairs and blankets out to Nichols Park to celebrate America's 250th birthday with fireworks! The fireworks show will begin at dusk but arrive early to get your spot as the road will be closed during the show for everyone's safety. This event is sponsored by The City of Jacksonville. For any updates, check out their Facebook.

  • Stars & Stripes Baseball Tournament

    Stars & Stripes Baseball Tournament
    Future Champions Sports Complex 5 Kelly Street, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    FUTURE CHAMPIONS "PLAY THE TURF" -- STARS & STRIPES This unsanctioned event is for A/AA teams only 3 game minimum with pool play followed by bracket play Tournament schedule released on Tuesday evening the week of the tournament Summer events may start pool play as early as 12:00pm on Friday afternoon if needed ELIMINATE RAINOUTS and "Play the Turf" in […]

  • Youth Sand Volleyball League at The Hangout

    Youth Sand Volleyball League at The Hangout
    The Hangout Bar and Grill 901 W Superior Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    The Hangout is offering Sand Volleyball League for students grades 5-8 to get a little dirty this summer! Students will join an 8-10 person team with games on Sundays June 7-July 12 (off July 5) starting at 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Sign up at The Hangout for $40/player. Contact Dain with any questions at 217-320-3999.

  • African American History Museum Tours

    African American History Museum Tours
    Jacksonville African American History Museum 859 Grove Street, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    The Jacksonville African American History Museum is located in the historic Underground Railroad site, the Asa Talcott home. The museum features very interesting local and National African American History from slavery to present times. The museum is setup like a timeline and offers information on slavery, the local and National Underground Railroad history and Civil Rights along with African American […]

  • Woodlawn Farm Tours

    Woodlawn Farm Tours
    Woodlawn Farm 1463 Gierke Lane, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Woodlawn Farms showcases the homestead of Jacksonville’s extensive Underground Railroad network. Former enslaved people were ushered through this home on their way to freedom. This Farm, five miles east of Jacksonville, was established in 1824 by Michael Huffaker. Michael and his wife, Jane, rode by horseback from Kentucky, bought land east of Jacksonville, and built a cabin for their growing […]

  • Concert in the Park featuring Brett Burchard

    Community Park South Main Street, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Bring out your lawn chairs and blankets! Brett Burchard will perform live at the Big Bandstand in Community Park. And come out every Sunday this summer at 6:00 PM (weather dependent) for a free Concert in the Park hosted by the Pilot Club of Jacksonville. June 7 – Land of Lincoln Chorus June 14 – The Peek's and Tom Jones […]

  • 2026 JHS Football Camp for Kids

    Jacksonville High School 1211 North Diamond, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Kids grade Kindergarten through 4th grade are invited to join in for the 2026 Jacksonville High School Football Camp! This FREE event is held July 6-8 from 9:00 - 11:00 AM on the JHS Track. Register at T-Shirt Sign Up

  • Backyard Bible Club

    Backyard Bible Club
    Greenbriar Apartments 12 Greenbriar Dr, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Bring the kids to Greenbriar Apts. for fun mornings of playing games, learning from the Bible and enjoying lunch together! The Backyard Bible Club is Monday-Thursday from 10:00 - 11:30 AM, serving lunch afterwards. Thursday evening, there will be a Family Night from 6:00 - 7:30 PM. They invite kids to bring their families for a night of food, fun […]

  • Open Clay Night for Adults

    Open Clay Nights for Adults
    Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies 225 E State St, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies is hosting an Open Clay Night for those 21 and older every Wednesday and for families every Monday! Let your artistic side shine while you and your friends enjoy a night of pottery! Whether you are a beginner or an expert, there is something for everyone to enjoy from the pottery wheel to glazing pre-cast […]

    $16.50

  • Jacksonville Farmer’s Market

    Jacksonville Farmer’s Market
    Pathway Services 1905 West Morton Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Shop the offerings of Jacksonville area farmers, bakers, and vendors all in one place at the Jacksonville Farmer's Market. Visit the market Tuesdays from 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM in the lot in front of Pathway Services.  

  • 2026 Morgan County Fair

    2026 Morgan County Fair
    Morgan County Fair Grounds 110 N Westgate Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Visit the Morgan County Fair for food, carnival and competition from July 7-12, 2026! Explore the offerings at The Morgan County Fair | Visit The Morgan County Fair to best plan your visit! The carnival schedule is limited so check out the hours at The Morgan County Fair | Carnival.   And don't forget to get your tickets to the […]

  • Backyard Bible Club

    Backyard Bible Club
    Greenbriar Apartments 12 Greenbriar Dr, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Bring the kids to Greenbriar Apts. for fun mornings of playing games, learning from the Bible and enjoying lunch together! The Backyard Bible Club is Monday-Thursday from 10:00 - 11:30 AM, serving lunch afterwards. Thursday evening, there will be a Family Night from 6:00 - 7:30 PM. They invite kids to bring their families for a night of food, fun […]

  • Fred’s Fair Food Frenzy at Morgan County Fair

    Morgan County Fairground 110 N Westgate Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Sample what the fair has to offer with Fred's Fair Food Frenzy! Grab a punch card. Enjoy $2 snacks. Enter to Win! At the Morgan County Fair's opening night from 5:00 - 7:00 PM, participating vendors will have $2 snack sized items. Purchase and get your card punched from each vendor then turn your card in at the Pavillion to […]