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3 events,Enjoy FREE rides on Big Eli in the park Sunday afternoons from 4:00 - 6:00 PM through September 20! Rides are sponsored by businesses, organizations, churches, families and individuals through The Rotary Club of Jacksonville to offer free Rides to the public on the Community Park Ferris Wheel.
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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 […]
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**Location change: The concert has been moved to First Baptist Church.** Rod Nicholson w/Aaron & Rick Bargur will perform live. 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 […] |
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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. |
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7 events,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 […] 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. Bring the kids to Storytime on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM or 3:00 PM all summer long! 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 […] |
1 event,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. |
2 events,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 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 […] |
3 events,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 […] **Due to the chance of rain, the tournament has been POSTPONED to AUGUST 15** 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 […] *Due to weather conditions, event has been postponed to August 8 at 3:00 PM.* Bring your lawn chairs to East Cemetery for the Civil War Veterans Headstone Dedication Service. 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 […] |
2 events,Enjoy FREE rides on Big Eli in the park Sunday afternoons from 4:00 - 6:00 PM through September 20! Rides are sponsored by businesses, organizations, churches, families and individuals through The Rotary Club of Jacksonville to offer free Rides to the public on the Community Park Ferris Wheel.
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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 […] |
1 event,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 […] |
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4 events,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. Bring the kids to Storytime on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM or 3:00 PM all summer long! Bring the kids to Storytime on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM or 3:00 PM all summer long! |
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4 events,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 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 […]
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Get the first look at the Jacksonville High School Marching Crimsons' fall show! Bring a lawn chair or blanket to watch the show from the JHS practice field behind the school's hill. |
3 events,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 […]
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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! *Due to weather conditions, event has been postponed to August 8 at 3:00 PM.* Bring your lawn chairs to East Cemetery for the Civil War Veterans Headstone Dedication Service. 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 […] |
2 events,Enjoy FREE rides on Big Eli in the park Sunday afternoons from 4:00 - 6:00 PM through September 20! Rides are sponsored by businesses, organizations, churches, families and individuals through The Rotary Club of Jacksonville to offer free Rides to the public on the Community Park Ferris Wheel.
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**LOCATION CHANGE- CONCERT MOVED TO FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH.** Terry Brennan will perform live for a free Concert in the Park hosted by the Pilot Club of Jacksonville! August 9 – Terry Brennan August 16 – Two By Two August 23 – Community Summer Band August 30 – Rob Brogdon |
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1 event,WITS Fitness is a free class geared to those over 50 to keep your mind sharp. Join University of Illinois Educator, Karina Moore, each month for engaging, hands-on activities that help boost cognitive function and memory. This fun, informative class is perfect for keeping everyone's mind sharp. This class is offered every 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Jacksonville […] |
3 events,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. Bring the kids to Storytime on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM or 3:00 PM all summer long! Bring the kids to Storytime on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM or 3:00 PM all summer long! |
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Come visit with officers from the Jacksonville Police Department and enjoy a cool treat on Aug 13 from 6:00 - 7:30 PM! Children under 12 will receive a free cone courtesy of Charlie's Ice Cream Shop. Check out the Police Department's Facebook for any updates. |
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2 events,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 […] **Due to the chance of rain, the tournament has been POSTPONED to AUGUST 15** 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 […] |
2 events,Enjoy FREE rides on Big Eli in the park Sunday afternoons from 4:00 - 6:00 PM through September 20! Rides are sponsored by businesses, organizations, churches, families and individuals through The Rotary Club of Jacksonville to offer free Rides to the public on the Community Park Ferris Wheel.
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Bring out your lawn chairs and blankets! Two By Two 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 […] |
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1 event,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. |
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Join the Jacksonville Kiwanis at their “Giving Back is in our Blood” Blood Drive at First Baptist Church on Aug 21! Shirts and special Kiwanis donuts given to donors! Register through ImpactLife at ImpactLife - Donor Portal. |
1 event,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 […] |
2 events,Enjoy FREE rides on Big Eli in the park Sunday afternoons from 4:00 - 6:00 PM through September 20! Rides are sponsored by businesses, organizations, churches, families and individuals through The Rotary Club of Jacksonville to offer free Rides to the public on the Community Park Ferris Wheel.
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Bring out your lawn chairs and blankets! Community Summer Band 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 […] |
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Don't miss this stop on the book tour presented by Our Town Books! Have a Q&A with the author of "If We Survive the Night," Jo Salazar, with book signings and photo ops! Then stay a while for henna tattoos, games, ax throwing and more. 13+ are invited to attend this free event. |
1 event,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. |
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2 events,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 […]
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Don’t miss the Back-to-School Bash at your Jacksonville Hy-Vee! Join us on Saturday, August 29, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a fun-filled event the whole family will enjoy! Kids can explore fun, activities like a bounce house, face painting, enjoy cotton candy, and make memories. Come have some fun and celebrate the start of a new school year. […] |
2 events,Enjoy FREE rides on Big Eli in the park Sunday afternoons from 4:00 - 6:00 PM through September 20! Rides are sponsored by businesses, organizations, churches, families and individuals through The Rotary Club of Jacksonville to offer free Rides to the public on the Community Park Ferris Wheel.
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Bring out your lawn chairs and blankets! Rob Brogdon 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 […] |
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Join Our Town Books at the Jacksonville Public Library to discuss "The Vampire's Cult" with award-winning investigative journalist & author Chet Hardin!Explore the untold story of obsession, control, and a shocking small-town murder!Through exclusive interviews, firsthand reporting, and chilling detail, Hardin unravels the making of a modern cult—and the social desperation that feeds it. In an era defined by false […] |
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