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Western Illinois University Community Art Program
2017-11-12 13:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | IL
— The Western Illinois University Community Art Program, hosted by the WIU Department of Art, will be presented on Sundays from Oct. 22 – Nov. 12 at the West Central Illinois Arts Center, in downtown Macomb and at Garwood Hall on the WIU campus.
The free program is for students in first through eighth grades. Classes will be held Oct. 22 and 29 and Nov. 5 and 12 from 1–2:30 p.m. and from 3–4:30 p.m.
• First and second grades – 1-2:30 p.m. in Garwood Hall 24
Students in this class will embrace the autumn season by exploring new mediums in fall inspired pieces. They will work with materials such as clay, ceramic paint, watercolor and more, as well as create weaved apple orchard basket paintings, ceramic painted pumpkins, festival plates for Thanksgiving tables and scenic fall landscape.
• Third and fourth grades – 1-2:30 p.m. at the West Central Illinois Arts Center
Students in this class will use mix-media approach to create artworks, such as animal bobble heads out of clay and a mix-media bird sculpture. In addition, the children will learn about the habitants where different animals reside. They will also explore different media and create artworks in 3D form.
• Fifth-eighth grades – 3-4:30 p.m. in Garwood Hall 24
Young artists in this class will get to experiment with epoxy in making 3D art projects that all relate to the fall season. They will be using different mediums to create 3D projects. The artists will be making leaf pendants, tree sculpture, scarecrows and a cornucopia.
The classes are sponsored by the Performing Arts Society
To pre-register for this class, email Katherine Soddy at KM-Soddy@wiu.edu.

Western Illinois University Art Exhibition – BA Group Show
2017-11-13 09:00 - 16:00 | Western Illinois University Art Gallery, 1 University Cir, Macomb, IL, 61455
The Western Illinois University Art Gallery is proud to present the BA Group Art Show. We are showing works from the art students in the art BA program at Western Illinois University. The exhibit will be in the upstairs gallery and will be open November 13th – December 8th.
A reception will be held on Thursday, November 16th from 4:30pm-6:00pm.
The Western Illinois University Art Gallery is open Monday-Friday from 9:00am-4:00pm and Saturday from 1:00pm-4:00pm.
Western Illinois University Art Gallery
1 University Circle
Macomb, IL 61455
email: artgallery@wiu.edu
phone: 309-298-1587

MDH Offers CPR Class
2017-11-14 18:00 - 20:00 | MDH-Auditorium A & B, Auxiliary Workroom & Conference Room, 535 E. Grant, Macomb, IL, IL, United States

MDH Childbirth & Infant Care Classes
2017-11-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Auditoriums A & B, Lower Level, McDonough District Hospital, Macomb
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MDH: Hat, Scarf & Glove Drive
2017-11-17 | IL

WIU Football
2017-11-18 08:00 - 17:00 | IL
WIU vs Southern Illinois

Holiday Craft & Home Show
2017-11-18 09:00 - 15:00 | IL

Soup & More Free Dinner
2017-11-26 16:00 - 19:00, 2017-12-17 15:00 - 17:00 | First Presbyterian Church, 400 E. Carroll St. , Macomb, IL, United States
Soup and More-Free Dinner
2017 schedule
January 29 February 26 March 26
April 30 May 28 June 25
July 30 August 27 September 24
October 29 November 26 December 17 3 p.m.
400 E. Carroll St. Last Sunday of month starts at 4 p.m.

Dickens on the Square
2017-12-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Macomb Downtown Square, 1 Courthouse Square, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Strolling Victorian characters and carolers, horse drawn carriage rides, Living Windows featuring scenes from favorite holiday movies.
More details to come!

Festival of Trees
2017-12-01 16:00 - 21:00, 2017-12-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2017-12-03 12:00 - 17:00, 2017-12-04 09:00 - 16:00 | West Central Illinois Arts Center
See the West Central Illinois Arts Center transformed into a winter wonderland! Story telling and games will be held, decorated trees and wreaths will be on display, and community entertainment will be provided, along with food and drinks. All are welcome to attend!

Gingle Belles Walk/Run for Fun
2017-12-02 09:00 - 10:00 | Courthouse square, IL, 61455, United States
In memory of Gil Belles, this fun one-mile walk or run will take place on Saturday, December 2 at 9 a.m. Sign-in will be 8:30-9 a.m. near Santa’s house on the south side of the courthouse square. $5.00 entry fee will provide necklace, nose, and headbands. Call to register or just show up! 309-833-2129.

Christmas at the Barn: Holiday Market
2017-12-02 09:00 - 14:00 | The Lewis Barn, 14241 N 1800th Rd, Good Hope, IL

MDH: Navigating The Holidays With Your Dementia Affected Love One
2017-12-05 13:00 - 14:00 | Spoon River Outreach Center, 2500 E. Jackson St. , Macomb, IL, 61455, United States

WIU Graduate/Undergraduate Commencement
2017-12-16 | Western Illinois University, 1 University Circle , Macomb, IL, United States
December 16, 2017
Graduate/Undergraduate Commencement
Time: All Day
Location: n/a
Description: Graduate/Undergraduate Commencement
Related Web Site: Related Site
Contact Information:
Office of the Registrar
Phone: 309-298-1891
Email: r-office@wiu.edu
Source: Office of the Registrar

Winter Woodland Wonders Nature Hike
2017-12-16 10:00 - 11:30 | Argyle Lake State Park, 640 Argyle Park Rd. , Colchester, IL, 62326, United States
Winter Woodland Wonders Nature Hike
Saturday, December 16, 2017 – 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Join the site interpreter at Argyle Lake State Park as we explore the trails of the park in search of the many wonders of winter just waiting to be discovered. Hike topics may include how animals survive in winter, identifying tracks and other wildlife signs, winter tree ID and the mysteries of snow and snowflakes. Hike will begin at 10 a.m. at the park visitor center.

Christmas Cookie Party
2017-12-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Colchester District Library, Colchester, IL

Winter Storytime
2018-01-03 10:45 - 11:45 | Colchester District Library, Colchester, IL

Celebrate Local
2018-01-05 | Western Illinois Museum, 201 S. Lafayette St. , Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Suggested $5 donation
More details to come!

MDH Childbirth Class Series
2018-01-11 18:00 - 20:15 | MDH-Auditorium A & B, Auxiliary Workroom & Conference Room, 535 E. Grant, Macomb, IL, IL, United States
Thursday evenings, running January 11, 18, 25 & February 1.
6:00 -8:15 p.m., Auditorium B, lower level of MDH
For more info or to register call MDH Outreach Services at (309) 836-1584.
MDH also offers an online class for expectant families. For more info or to register, call MDH Obstetrics Department at (309) 836-1570. Find out more about our online Childbirth classes at www.MDH.org.

Winter Birding Basics
2018-01-13 10:00 - 11:30, 2018-01-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Argyle Lake State Park, 640 Argyle Park Rd. , Colchester, IL, 62326, United States
Winter Birding Basics –
Saturday, January 13, 2018 &
Saturday, January 27, 2018
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Join the park naturalist for a morning of birdwatching at the Argyle Lake State Park visitor center. Winter is the perfect time to learn the basics of bird identification before the numerous migratory birds return in the spring. These programs will begin in the visitor center with a discussion of the 7 S’s of bird identification, which will be followed by observing birds outside at the feeders and nearby shrubs. Binoculars will be available or you are welcome to bring your own. For more information, please call the park visitor center at (309)776-3422.
General Program Information:
• Meet at the park visitor center for all hikes and programs unless otherwise indicated in above program descriptions.
• All programs are free and open to the general public. Participation in any program involving the use of FOA equipment (skis, kayaks, paddleboards, etc.) will require participants to become a member of the Friends of Argyle organization. Annual membership fees are $10 per individual, $15 for a single parent family and $20 for a two parent family.
• Please contact park staff with any special needs or concerns prior to the program date, so requested arrangements /accommodations can be made.
• For more specific program information or to register for a program, please call the park visitor center at (309)776-3422 or email Bridget.Hinchee@illinois.gov.

WIU Art Gallery Exhibition – Laken Bridges
2018-01-16 09:00 - 16:00 | WIU Art Gallery, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
The Western Illinois University Art Gallery is proud to present Laken Bridges – “an / other”. The exhibit will be in the upstairs gallery and will be open January 16th – February 16th, 2018.
A reception will be held on Tuesday, January 30th, 4:30pm-6:00pm.
Check out Laken Bridges’ website at http://lakenbridges.weebly.com
The Western Illinois University Art Gallery is open Monday-Friday from 9:00am-4:00pm and Saturday from 1:00pm-4:00pm.
Western Illinois University Art Gallery
1 University Circle
Macomb, IL 61455
email: artgallery@wiu.edu
phone: 309-298-1587

WIU Art Gallery Exhibition – Dustin London
2018-01-16 09:00 - 16:00 | WIU Art Gallery, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
The Western Illinois University Art Gallery is proud to present Dustin London “Inside Out”. The exhibit will be in the first floor galleries and will be open January 16th – February 22nd, 2018.
A reception will be held on Thursday, February 22nd, 4:30pm-6:00pm
Please check out Dustin London at www.dustinlondon.com
The Western Illinois University Art Gallery is open Monday-Friday from 9:00am-4:00pm and Saturday from 1:00pm-4:00pm.
Western Illinois University Art Gallery
1 University Circle
Macomb, IL 61455
email: artgallery@wiu.edu
phone: 309-298-1587

Pancake & Sausage Breakfast
2018-01-20 06:00 - 12:00 | Colchester Lions Club, 207 S. Fulton St , Colchester, IL, United States

“Quintesonic Brass” Brassfest Headline Act
2018-01-21 19:30 - 21:30 | COFAC Recital Hall, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
QUINTESONIC BRASS SUN. JAN. 21 COFAC RECITAL HALL
BRASSFEST HEADLINER
Quintasonic Brass is a rousing chamber ensemble whose mission is to promote chamber music for brass instruments through creative programming, recording projects, promoting new works, and educational outreach.
All of the members of the group are active international soloists and clinicians. Members of the group have been featured artists at nearly all of the major music schools around the country.

MDH Offers Community CPR Class
2018-01-23 18:00 - 20:00 | MDH-Auditorium A & B, Auxiliary Workroom & Conference Room, 535 E. Grant, Macomb, IL, IL, United States
MDH Offers Community CPR Class
Tuesday, January 23, at 6 p.m., Auditoriums A & B and Auxiliary conference room (lower level) at MDH.
Adult, Child & Infant techniques for CPR and obstructed airway & Automated External Defibrillator (AED) will be covered.
Fee: $40. Pre-registration required. For more info or to register, please contact MDH Outreach Services (309) 836-1584.
To learn more about MDH Community Classes, visit Facebook.com/McDonough.District.Hospital/ or online at www.MDH.org.
