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Jacksonville Hall of Fame Nominations for 2025

The deadline for submitting nominations for the 2025 class of inductees to the Jacksonville Area Hall of Fame (JAHOF) is fast approaching. Nominations will be accepted through February 15, 2025 for the 2025 class. Paper nomination forms may be picked up at The Source, Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home, or WLDS/WEAI. They also can be printed off the Jacksonville Area […]

Jacksonville Area Chamber of Commerce – Eat. Drink. Win.

Jacksonville Area Chamber of Commerce 155 Morton Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

Submit your receipt to win 1 of 4 Chamber Checks worth $100 each! Spend $10 or more at any local bar or restaurant, email a picture of your receipt to [email protected] or drop off at the Chamber Office. Don't forget to include your name and phone number!   If your receipt is from a Chamber Member bar or restaurant - […]

Event Series Walking for Wellness

Walking for Wellness

Jacksonville High School Bowl 215 S. Church St, Jacksonville, IL, United States

Jacksonville Memorial Hospital's indoor walking program promotes exercise and social connection by offering a safe space for walking during bad weather. The JHS Bowl will be open for walking from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on days when Jacksonville District 117 schools are in session, running from October 15 to April 11. The program is free, with no registration required, […]

Event Series 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

Valentine’s Day Bloom Bar

37 South Boutique & Makery 37 South Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, IL, United States

Come in to shop flowers for Valentine’s Day! Pick out just exactly what you think your sweetheart will like or come in to pick your very own dream flowers! There will be a full bloom bar for you to choose each individual stem. Message me ahead of time if you’d like to have me create a handcrafted arrangement. I can […]

David Strawn Art Gallery: Daniel T. Driggs “Two Visions – Three Purposes”

The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

The Art Association Jacksonville is pleased to present Daniel T. Driggs to The David Strawn Art Gallery February 1 - 23, 2025. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, February 1st from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Born and raised in Nebraska, Driggs developed the love of art as a child. He attended Hastings College where he earned a BS […]

Valentine’s Day Pottery Wheel Event

Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies 225 E State St, Jacksonville, IL, United States

Valentine’s Day date night or guys and girls' special night out! Don’t need a date! Treat yourself special! Meet new people! Wanna learn to use the pottery wheel or hand build clay pieces?! Order out or bring food in! We have an oven, a microwave and a coffee maker — or hot cocoa and hot tea! Bring wine to enjoy […]

Adventures at Pizza Records

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

Come out to Pizza Records for an evening of 80's themed prom music presented by Elm City Radio! $5 admission at the door.

Event Series 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.

Author Event: Cassie Lein

Our Town Books 64 East Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, IL, United States

We are so excited to announce our next author event will be with romance author, Cassie Lein! Join us Saturday, February 15th from 11a-1pm Meet & greet with Cassie. Purchase her books & get them signed!Cassie is author to a wide range of romance novels including sweet romance to dark and paranormal! Preorder any of her books from our website today, […]

Children’s Classes with Kirby Drennan at the Strawn Art Gallery

The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

Check out all the great classes offered by the Art Association of Jacksonville! Children’s Classes with Kirby Drennan will be held on Saturdays beginning February 15th for 6 weeks. Kid’s Express (6–9-year-olds) 10 – 11 a.m., Pottery (10 – 13-year-olds) 11 – 12:30 p.m. and Basic Techniques of Drawing (8 and up) 1 – 2 p.m. Tuition $40 for members […]

David Strawn Art Gallery: Daniel T. Driggs “Two Visions – Three Purposes”

The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

The Art Association Jacksonville is pleased to present Daniel T. Driggs to The David Strawn Art Gallery February 1 - 23, 2025. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, February 1st from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Born and raised in Nebraska, Driggs developed the love of art as a child. He attended Hastings College where he earned a BS […]

GIRLe Galentine’s: “The Masquerade Gala”

GIRLe Boutique 752 East Morton Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United States

Join us for our annual GIRLe Galantines! We are very excited for this year's Galentine's theme: “The Masquerade Gala”. The attire for this year's party will be “Black Tie” which means wear your most fabulous outfit! Of course, don’t forget about your masquerade mask as well! (Best mask wins a small prize) The event will be hosted here at GIRLe Boutique. […]

David Strawn Art Gallery: Daniel T. Driggs “Two Visions – Three Purposes”

The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

The Art Association Jacksonville is pleased to present Daniel T. Driggs to The David Strawn Art Gallery February 1 - 23, 2025. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, February 1st from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Born and raised in Nebraska, Driggs developed the love of art as a child. He attended Hastings College where he earned a BS […]

Building with Brick – The Art of LEGO

Jacksonville Area Museum 307 E State St, Jacksonville, IL, United States

“Building with Brick – The Art of LEGO” exhibit at the Jacksonville Area Museum is seeking submissions of area LEGO artists. The exhibit will run from December 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025. This third-annual exhibit features original and LEGO kit creations from all ages and skill levels. Prizes based on public voting will be awarded in 6 categories: Best […]

Doll-i-Day 2025

Hamilton's Catering Inc 110 N East St, Jacksonville, IL, United States

Doll-I-day 2025 will be held on February 16th! The Doll-i-Day Era, Channel your inner Popstar!" This year we have a unique and exquisite opportunity for sponsorship! Four levels of sponsorship are available. Each level offers their own perks. The ultimate experience being with our "Premier Access" package giving the Pop Star experience! Check it out! Scan the QR code to […]

Death By Chocolate

Rammelkamp Chapel 215 Park St, Jacksonville

Our popular fundraising event returns this season with Death By Chocolate. Experience chocolate in a glorious and varied display of yumminess while enjoying sublime jazz……also glorious and yummy in sound! Tickets for this event are $20 per person. Since this is a fundraiser, this event is not included in the price of the series season ticket. Proceeds go toward providing future […]

TLC’s Sweetheart’s Bingo Night

The Lord's Congregation 2248 West Morton Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United States

Join us for a fun night full of bingo, food, fellowship, and lots of LOVE! All are invited to attend, and there is even a chance to win sweet prizes!

Event Series Walking for Wellness

Walking for Wellness

Jacksonville High School Bowl 215 S. Church St, Jacksonville, IL, United States

Jacksonville Memorial Hospital's indoor walking program promotes exercise and social connection by offering a safe space for walking during bad weather. The JHS Bowl will be open for walking from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on days when Jacksonville District 117 schools are in session, running from October 15 to April 11. The program is free, with no registration required, […]

Event Series Open Clay Nights for Adults

Open Clay Night 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 those 18 and older 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 […]

$13.50
Event Series Walking for Wellness

Walking for Wellness

Jacksonville High School Bowl 215 S. Church St, Jacksonville, IL, United States

Jacksonville Memorial Hospital's indoor walking program promotes exercise and social connection by offering a safe space for walking during bad weather. The JHS Bowl will be open for walking from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on days when Jacksonville District 117 schools are in session, running from October 15 to April 11. The program is free, with no registration required, […]

David Strawn Art Gallery: Daniel T. Driggs “Two Visions – Three Purposes”

The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

The Art Association Jacksonville is pleased to present Daniel T. Driggs to The David Strawn Art Gallery February 1 - 23, 2025. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, February 1st from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Born and raised in Nebraska, Driggs developed the love of art as a child. He attended Hastings College where he earned a BS […]

Smoke’n Aces Poker League Tournaments at GoodTime Docs

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

Join Our FREE February Poker League! Play FREE Texas Hold’em Poker and win REAL CASH every single month! Over the past 6 years, we’ve given away more than $1,000,000, and now it’s your turn to claim a piece of the action! This is a no-cost, 4-week league filled with exciting poker tournaments. Come out, enjoy the fun, and support the […]

Event Series Walking for Wellness

Walking for Wellness

Jacksonville High School Bowl 215 S. Church St, Jacksonville, IL, United States

Jacksonville Memorial Hospital's indoor walking program promotes exercise and social connection by offering a safe space for walking during bad weather. The JHS Bowl will be open for walking from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on days when Jacksonville District 117 schools are in session, running from October 15 to April 11. The program is free, with no registration required, […]

Event Series Storytime

Storytime

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

Join the library for stories and a craft every Wednesday morning at 10:00 AM and every Wednesday afternoon at 3:00 PM! For more information call the library at 217-243-5435

David Strawn Art Gallery: Daniel T. Driggs “Two Visions – Three Purposes”

The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

The Art Association Jacksonville is pleased to present Daniel T. Driggs to The David Strawn Art Gallery February 1 - 23, 2025. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, February 1st from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Born and raised in Nebraska, Driggs developed the love of art as a child. He attended Hastings College where he earned a BS […]

Event Series Open Clay Nights for Adults

Open Clay Night 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 those 18 and older 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 […]

$13.50
Event Series Open Mic Comedy Night

Open Mic Comedy Night

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

Come hang out at Pizza Records for a free laugh every 1st and 3rd Wednesday night! Call or text (217) 200-0896 to register a 5–8-minute slot!    

Slowing Down with Amy Tan

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

National Humanities Medal winner and bestselling author of The Joy Luck Club, Amy Tan joins us via zoom on February 19th at 7pm to share on her body of work and reflect on the wonder of slowing down and savoring the quiet moments. Her connection to nature is captured in her latest, The Backyard Bird Chronicles, a collection of sketches […]

Event Series Walking for Wellness

Walking for Wellness

Jacksonville High School Bowl 215 S. Church St, Jacksonville, IL, United States

Jacksonville Memorial Hospital's indoor walking program promotes exercise and social connection by offering a safe space for walking during bad weather. The JHS Bowl will be open for walking from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on days when Jacksonville District 117 schools are in session, running from October 15 to April 11. The program is free, with no registration required, […]

David Strawn Art Gallery: Daniel T. Driggs “Two Visions – Three Purposes”

The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

The Art Association Jacksonville is pleased to present Daniel T. Driggs to The David Strawn Art Gallery February 1 - 23, 2025. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, February 1st from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Born and raised in Nebraska, Driggs developed the love of art as a child. He attended Hastings College where he earned a BS […]

Adult and High School Pottery with Kirby Drennan at the Strawn Art Gallery

The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

Check out all the great classes offered by the Art Association of Jacksonville! Adult & High School Pottery Classes with Kirby Drennan will be held on Thursdays beginning February 13th for 6 weeks. Session #1 – 5 – 7 p.m. and Session #2 – 7 – 9 p.m. Tuition $60 for members and $65 for non-members. Class is limited to […]

Spicy Book Club

Our Town Books 64 East Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, IL, United States

The spice, the romance, the rush of the beating hearts... This club meets once per month and offers trigger warnings when available. Join the spice for a respectable yet naughty group read. This month's review will be on "Sin Wagon".  

“It Ain’t Easy Being Me” Comedy Fundraiser

K's Creek Golf Club 16265 Sandusky Rd, Jacksonville, IL, United States

Join Us for Laughter and Support: Comedy Fundraiser for the Women’s Crisis Center Spring Prom! Get ready for a night of laughs and love as we come together to support the Crisis Center Foundation and their annual Spring Prom. Don and Heather are both proudly serving on their prom court and hope to win your vote. Event Details Date: Thursday, […]

Event Series Walking for Wellness

Walking for Wellness

Jacksonville High School Bowl 215 S. Church St, Jacksonville, IL, United States

Jacksonville Memorial Hospital's indoor walking program promotes exercise and social connection by offering a safe space for walking during bad weather. The JHS Bowl will be open for walking from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on days when Jacksonville District 117 schools are in session, running from October 15 to April 11. The program is free, with no registration required, […]

Event Series 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

David Strawn Art Gallery: Daniel T. Driggs “Two Visions – Three Purposes”

The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

The Art Association Jacksonville is pleased to present Daniel T. Driggs to The David Strawn Art Gallery February 1 - 23, 2025. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, February 1st from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Born and raised in Nebraska, Driggs developed the love of art as a child. He attended Hastings College where he earned a BS […]

YMCA Winter Soiree 2025

Hamilton's Banquet Hall 110 North East Street, Jacksonville, IL, United States

We hope you can join us for our annual YMCA Soiree on Friday, February 21, 2025, at Hamilton’s. This has been a sold-out event for the past 4 years! It is a great evening that includes dining, dancing with the new band The Lustre Lights, a Basket Auction, Wine Pull, and a fabulous Live Auction. The Soiree is the YMCA’s key […]

Romantasy Book Club

Our Town Books 64 East Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, IL, United States

Love Romance and Fantasy? Our Town Books Romantasy group is all about lust, love, dragons and more! Split into 2 meeting options, this group offers the rush of romance chats 24/7. This meeting will be reviewing "The Traitor Queen". If you're looking for a fun club to join, check out Our Town Books website to join today! Our Town Books […]

Event Series 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.

Jeff Newman x The Vault

The Vault 73 East Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, IL, United States

The Vault invites you out for a night of live music from Jacksonville's favorite Jeff Newman!

Children’s Classes with Kirby Drennan at the Strawn Art Gallery

The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

Check out all the great classes offered by the Art Association of Jacksonville! Children’s Classes with Kirby Drennan will be held on Saturdays beginning February 15th for 6 weeks. Kid’s Express (6–9-year-olds) 10 – 11 a.m., Pottery (10 – 13-year-olds) 11 – 12:30 p.m. and Basic Techniques of Drawing (8 and up) 1 – 2 p.m. Tuition $40 for members […]