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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 […]

  • 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.

  • 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 […]

  • Robbie McEvers Golf Tournament

    The Links Golf Course E Vandalia Rd, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Kiwanis presents the Robbie McEvers Golf Tournament on July 23-24 at the Links at Jacksonville. This is a FREE two-day golf tournament open to kids ages 5-18. Register by Sunday, July 19th to join the fun at Robbie McEvers Youth Golf Tournament | Jacksonville, IL |.  

  • 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.

  • Beat the Heat Baseball Tournament

    Beat the Heat Baseball Tournament
    Future Champions Sports Complex 5 Kelly Street, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    FUTURE CHAMPIONS "PLAY THE TURF" -- BRING THE HEAT 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
    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 […]

  • Beat the Heat Baseball Tournament

    Beat the Heat Baseball Tournament
    Future Champions Sports Complex 5 Kelly Street, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    FUTURE CHAMPIONS "PLAY THE TURF" -- BRING THE HEAT 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 […]

  • Kids’ Summer Reading Program Closing Party at the Library

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

    Be at the Jacksonville Public Library for the Kids' Summer Reading Program Closing Party at 10:00 AM Saturday, July 25th!A drawing for the Grand Prize and the announcement of this year's Lorene Ray Award winner will take place at 10:10 AM, followed by a Foam Party and shaved ice from Sugar & Ice!Each completed reading log = one entry into […]

  • Party in the Parking Lot at Hy-Vee

    Jacksonville Hy-Vee 1255 West Morton Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Celebrate summer at Hy-Vee's Party in the Parking Lot on July 25 for an exciting morning filled with activities the whole family will enjoy! Learn more and sign up for the FREE Hy-Vee Kids Club at https://www.hy-vee.com/kids-club.

  • Back-to-School Fun & Foam Party at The Pointe

    The Pointe 20 Jacksonville Place, Jacksonville, Illinois

    The Back-to-School Fun & Foam Party hosted by The Pointe is back on July 25 from 3:00 - 5:00 PM! This free event will have food, prizes, music, and lots of foam fun! They are accepting school supply donations for Morgan County Family Violence Council's Back to School Bash event in August. Call 217-602-0930 if you have any questions.

  • Beat the Heat Baseball Tournament

    Beat the Heat Baseball Tournament
    Future Champions Sports Complex 5 Kelly Street, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    FUTURE CHAMPIONS "PLAY THE TURF" -- BRING THE HEAT 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 Indivisible’s Community Day

    Community Park Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Jacksonville Indivisible's Community Day is at Community Park July 26 from 4:00 - 6:00 PM! This free event has volunteers ready to hand out school supplies, backpacks, & dinner. There will also be two stylists who will be providing haircuts for those in need.The goal of this event was to give back to the Jacksonville community in a meaning and […]

  • VBS at City Church

    City Church 129 E Vandalia Rd, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Kids ages 5 through 5th grade can explore the nature of God at City Church's Vacation Bible School! This FREE VBS is July 27-30 from 6:00 - 8:30 PM nightly. For more details and to register, go to VBS 2026 - City Church.

  • 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 […]

  • 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.

  • 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 […]

  • Community Day: Together in the Park

    Community Park Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Indivisible- Jacksonville is sponsoring a FREE Community Day: Together in the Park on July 29th. This event needs volunteers to help make this event a success. Looking for Team Leads and volunteers in the following categories. **Sponsorships/Donations**Volunteer Coordinator**Food & Hospitality**School Supplies**Kids Activities**Haircut Services**Logistics Set up/Clean up**Social Media/Outreach Marketing

  • 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.

  • 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 […]

  • Story Walk on the Square

    Story Walk on the Square

    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, "Right This Very Minute", at the NW corner through August 31st. Fill out the Story Walk on the Square form with questions for all ages […]

  • Elks Lodge’s 12th Annual Kids Fishing Tournament

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

    Bring your fishing pole and come out to Nichols Park for Jacksonville Elks Lodge's 12th Annual Kids Fishing Tournament! All area boys and girls 12 and under are welcome for this FREE family event! There will be 2 age groups: 0-7 Years & 8-12 Years with Prizes Awarded for Longest Fish Caught, Boys Division, and Girls Division. Bring a Fishing […]

  • Kids Act Summer Camp

    Kids Act Summer Camp
    First Presbyterian Church 870 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    First Presbyterian Church is hosting a Kids Act Summer Camp, offering 2 different plays for kids to perform at the end of the week! The kids will play fun drama games, learn theatre skills, and practice the play all week long. Choose from: "Wizard of Oz" June 28-July 3 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM "Peter Pan" August 3-7 from […]

  • 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.

  • 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 […]

  • Story Walk on the Square

    Story Walk on the Square

    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, "Right This Very Minute", at the NW corner through August 31st. Fill out the Story Walk on the Square form with questions for all ages […]

  • 2026 Concord Fish Fry

    Concord Park Concord, IL, United States

    Head to the park for the 2026 Annual Concord Fish Fry on Aug 8! Start with the parade then stay for vendors, kid's area, games, food, music and more! 9:30 AM - Parade 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM- I Dood It 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM- Fish Service open 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM- Kid's Area 11:00 AM - 4:00 […]

  • Back to School Bash hosted by Crisis Center Foundation

    Minnie Barr Park 300 E Walnut, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    The Crisis Center Foundation is hosting another Back to School Bash on Aug 8th at Minnie Barr Park! This FREE event is for school-aged children and families. There will be school supplies, food, music, vendors with lots of community resources, games, and raffle prizes!

  • 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.

  • Story Walk on the Square

    Story Walk on the Square

    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, "Right This Very Minute", at the NW corner through August 31st. Fill out the Story Walk on the Square form with questions for all ages […]

  • 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.

  • Story Walk on the Square

    Story Walk on the Square

    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, "Right This Very Minute", at the NW corner through August 31st. Fill out the Story Walk on the Square form with questions for all ages […]

  • 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.

  • Story Walk on the Square

    Story Walk on the Square

    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, "Right This Very Minute", at the NW corner through August 31st. Fill out the Story Walk on the Square form with questions for all ages […]

  • Downtown Discovery Day

    Downtown Jacksonville Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Bring your family on this fun, educational scavenger hunt around the Square at the Downtown Discovery Day on September 12 from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM! There will be musical entertainment, kids' activities, prizes and more! This free event is sponsored by Jacksonville Area Friends of Family Learning.