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  • 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 […]

  • Vortex STEM Lab at the Library

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

    Enjoy some hands-on STEM activities provided by the Abraham Lincoln Council’s Vortex mobile STEM lab! This free program will be inside the Jacksonville Public Library on July 18 at 10:00 AM.

  • Concert in the Park featuring Jacksonville Drumline Institute

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

    Bring out your lawn chairs and blankets! Jacksonville Drumline Institute 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 […]

  • Chamber of Commerce Summer Ag Tour

    Lukeman Garden Corner of Lincoln Ave and Hoagland, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Ever wondered what is in the large garden you seedriving down Morton Avenue? Join the Chamber of Commerce for an Open House & Self-Guided Tour presented by Ken Johnson, Horticulture Educator & Michelle Berg, Ag & Natural Resource Educator. Learn about the ongoing research and community engagement projects at the Lukeman Gardens!

  • 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 […]

  • Game Night at the Library

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

    Adults, the Jacksonville Public Library is hosting a Game Night on July 22! Bring your favorite word game or play one of the games provided. Water and snacks will be available. Participation is free. No registration required.

  • 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.

  • 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 […]

  • 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.

  • John:14 live at Pizza Records

    Pizza Records 59 East Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    John:14 is live at Pizza Records on July 25! Cover for all ages is FREE but a $5 donation to Midwest Youth Services is appreciated.

  • Damned Torpedoes Live at Twisted Tree

    Twisted Tree 1061 East Morton Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Any Tom Petty fans out there? If that's you, head to Twisted Tree on Saturday, July 25, for the Damned Torpedoes, Midwest's Premier Tom Petty Band. This is a FREE show so grab your friends and make a night of it!

  • Concert in the Park featuring Rod Nicholson w/Aaron & Rick Bargur

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

    Bring out your lawn chairs and blankets! Rod Nicholson w/Aaron & Rick Bargur 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 […]

  • 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

  • Washington D.C. Program at the Library

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

    Join LaCreatia Huff as she introduces newcomers to the monuments, museums, and stories that shape our nation's capital, Washington D.C. Admission is free. For a calendar of events and details, visit Jacksonville Public Library.  

  • 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 […]

  • Civil War Veterans Headstone Dedication Service

    East Cemetery 600 Myrtle Street, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Bring your lawn chairs to East Cemetery for the Civil War Veterans Headstone Dedication Service on Aug 1 at 3:00 PM. They will dedicate six new military headstones to former members of the Richard Yates Grand Army of the Republic Post 687, Jacksonville. These men were part of the 180,000 who joined the United States Colored Troops during the Civil […]

  • Concert in the Park featuring New Jerusalem Singers 

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

    Bring out your lawn chairs and blankets! New Jerusalem Singers 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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!

  • Concert in the Park featuring Terry Brennan

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

    Bring out your lawn chairs and blankets! Terry Brennan 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 […]

  • 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.