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Power of the Purse
2016-09-17 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Spoon River Outreach Center, 2500 E. Jackson St. , Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
McDonough County United Way-Power of the Purse
More details as they become available.

NEW FRIENDS 3
2016-09-16 19:30 | Simpkins Theatre, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
NEW FRIENDS 3 at 7:30pm, Simpkins Theatre
Contact the Department of Theatre and Dance for more information at 298-1543 or wiu.edu/theatre

Scholarship Concert
2016-09-16 15:00 - 17:00 | COFAC Recital Hall, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
Scholarship Concert at 3:00pm, COFAC Recital Hall
All Concerts Free and Open to the Public, at 7:30pm in COFAC Recital Hall, Unless otherwise indicate

Performance Details and Repertoires at www.wiu.edu/cofac/music/schedule.php

Senior High Honor Choir Reading Festival
2016-09-12 | COFAC Recital Hall, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
Senior High Honor Choir Reading Festival (all day)
All Concerts Free and Open to the Public, at 7:30pm in COFAC Recital Hall, Unless otherwise indicate

Performance Details and Repertoires at www.wiu.edu/cofac/music/schedule.php

Paddling Tours of Lake Argyle
2016-09-10 10:00 - 13:00 | Argyle Lake State Park, 640 Argyle Park Rd. , Colchester, IL, 62326, United States
Join us for a morning or afternoon of paddling and enjoying nature on beautiful Lake Argyle. Kayaks, paddle boards, paddles, and life jackets are being provided by the Friends of Argyle. Ten kayaks and four paddle boards are available, so space is limited to the first 14 people to register for each tour. Tours are being offered two times each day and each program will be about 2 hours. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at the parking area near the concession for this program. Please register by calling (309)776-3422 or email Bridget.Hinchee@illinois.gov.

Dirty Bird Mud Run
2016-09-10 09:00 - 17:00 | Trinity Academy Dirty Bird Run, 11710 N 600th Rd Macomb, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Trinity Academy is hosting it’s second annual Mud run on September 10. This event includes individual course, team course, and a course for children 5-13. Register at http://dirtybirdrun.org/race-info/ or on-site. Race event begins at 9am.

Family Day at WIU
2016-09-10 08:00 - 17:00 | WIU Q Lot, 1 University Circle , Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Make your plans now for Family Day 2016! No Registration needed. Below is the list of events
Family Day Activities for Saturday, September 10 2016
Chair Massage by Tammy
9:00 am to 7:00 pm
On-site, licensed massage therapist, Tammy Jo Miller offers soothing massage for $1.00/minute; cash, check, debit or credit, or Rocky Dollars accepted at Spencer Student Recreation Center, Colgate Room.
Call the Campus Recreation Office at (309) 298-1228 ext. 221 or 222 to schedule an appointment.
Leatherneck Game Day Tailgating
Southwest corner of Q Lot
10:00AM – 4:00PM.
Enjoy socializing with the Leatherneck Nation! Spots are first-come, first-served. No glass containers. Clean up is required.Family Day T-Shirt Sales Table
Hanson Field grounds, near the tall flags
12PM – 3:00PM.
Information, directions and t-shirt sales with the University Union Board, sponsors of Family Day. See t-shirt sample in the Family Day main page listing.
T-shirt prices: Youth-XL $10/2XL-3XL $12
Leatherneck Football: WIU Leathernecks vs. Northern Arizona
Hanson Field
Time TBD
If you would like to purchase football tickets in advance, please visit goleathernecks.com or contact the ticket office at: (309) 298-1190.
Purchase Football Tickets Online
Suggested Activities for Sunday, September 11
Brunch in the Halls!
Thompson or Corbin/Olson Hall dining centers.
See Campus Map for locations.
11:00AM – 1:30PM
Cash and student cards accepted ONLY.
Sodexo Campus Services provides an a la carte Sunday brunch with something for everyone. Family Day menu
Macomb Area Restaurants serving Breakfast:
Macomb Family Diner, West Jackson Street, serving from 7AM-3PM
The Red Ox, 1302 West Jackson Street, serving from 11AM-2PM
Rocky’s Bar & Grill, 1402 West Jackson Street, serving from 7AM-2PM
Sunrise Family Restaurant, 307 East University Drive, serving breakfast from 6AM-11PM
Ball Fore Family Fun
US HWY 136, west of Macomb.
Call 309-836-9741 for hours.
Offering mini-golf at $5 per person; batting cages at $1 per token for 12 pitches; golf driving range at $5 per bucket of balls; free sand volleyball court and basketball court. All equipment available.
Spring Lake Park On Your Own Activities
Located 2 miles North of Macomb & Western Illinois University on Route 67 West. Take a left on Spring Lake Road and go 1.8 miles. Entrance is on the right.
5:30AM – 10:00PM
Enjoy the quaint setting by a 230 acre lake stocked with numerous fish and where you don’t need a reservation to camp. Amenities include: two boat launches, bait, ice, firewood, canoe, row boat rentals, horseshoe pit, hiking/biking trails, and playground.

Farmers Market
2016-09-10 07:00 - 13:00, 2016-09-08 07:00 - 13:00 | Macomb Downtown Square, 1 Courthouse Square, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States

Macomb Balloon Rally
2016-09-10 06:45 - 17:00, 2016-09-09 05:30 - 17:00 | Vince Grady Field, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Explore the beauty of hot air balloons at this free family-oriented event that will feature live entertainment and food vendors. This year’s theme will be Day of the Dead!
Friday, Sept. 9 Saturday, Sept. 10
5:30-6:30 WIU’s Jazz Studio Orchestra 6:45 a.m. Competitive hot air balloon flights
Vince Grady Field from locations throughout Macomb
6 p.m. Balloon Flight-Mass ascension 6 p.m. Balloon flight in to Vince Grady Field
from Vince Grady Field at WIU 6-9 p.m. Live music on Vince Grady Field by
“Jera and the Absolutes”
7:30 p.m. Balloon Glow at Vince Grady Field

Nature Movies at the Park
2016-09-09 20:30 - 22:00 | Argyle Lake State Park, 640 Argyle Park Rd. , Colchester, IL, 62326, United States
Join us for family-friendly, PBS nature movies outdoors at the park visitor center. For your comfort, bring your own refreshments, chairs, and insect repellant. Movies may be canceled due to inclement weather conditions. Please email or call the park visitor center/office for specific movie selections (309)776-3422.

Jazz Studio Orchestra
2016-09-09 19:30 | Vince Grady Field, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
Jazz Studio Orchestra at Vince Grady Field
All Concerts Free and Open to the Public, at 7:30pm in COFAC Recital Hall, Unless otherwise indicate

Performance Details and Repertoires at www.wiu.edu/cofac/music/schedule.php

Macomb Kite Festival
2016-09-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Veteran’s Park, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Enjoy high-flying festivities at this free family oriented event!

Antoine Williams: The Ain’t Gots Reception
2016-09-08 16:30 - 18:00 | WIU Art Gallery, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
Antoine Williams: The Ain’t Gots (A&B) – Reception
Exhibit will run 8/22 thru 9/30
All Exhibitions and Receptions are FREE and Open to the Public – wiu.edu/artgallery

First Wednesday, Community Art Night
2016-09-07 08:00 - 17:00 | IL
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
First Wednesday, Community Art Night
Contact the Department of Art for more information at 298-1543 or wiu.edu/art

Jazz Studio Orchestra
2016-09-04 19:30 | Colchester City Park, Colchester, IL, 62326, United States
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
Jazz Studio Orchestra at Colchester City Park
All Concerts Free and Open to the Public, at 7:30pm in COFAC Recital Hall, Unless otherwise indicate

Performance Details and Repertoires at www.wiu.edu/cofac/music/schedule.php

Jenny Knavel: New Work Reception
2016-08-25 16:30 - 18:00 | WIU Art Gallery, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
Jenny Knavel: New Work (C) – Reception
Exhibit will run 8/22 thru 9/16
All Exhibitions and Receptions are FREE and Open to the Public – wiu.edu/artgallery

Jenny Knavel: New Work
2016-08-22 08:00 - 17:00 | WIU Art Gallery, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
Jenny Knavel: New Work (C)
Exhibit will run 8/22 thru 9/16
All Exhibitions and Receptions are FREE and Open to the Public – wiu.edu/artgallery

Antoine Williams: The Ain’t Gots
2016-08-22 08:00 - 17:00 | WIU Art Gallery, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
Antoine Williams: The Ain’t Gots (A&B)
Exhibit will run 8/22 thru 9/30
All Exhibitions and Receptions are FREE and Open to the Public – wiu.edu/artgallery

The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease
2016-07-25 10:00 - 11:30 | McDonough County Health Department, 505 E. Jackson St. , Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, it’s important to know the facts. This program provides information about diagnosis, risk factors, disease stages, treatment options, and much more. Registration required: Please call (217) 228-1111.

Wesley Methodist Church "Sweet Corn for Compassion"
2016-07-25 08:00 - 2016-07-28 18:00 | Wesley United Methodist Church, 1212 W. Calhoun Street, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Wesley United Methodist Church’s “Sweet Corn for Compassion” sale will be held Monday, July 25 through Thursday, July 28. The corn will be sold from 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on the west side of the church at 1212 West Calhoun Street and from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Wesley Village, 1200 East Grant Street in Macomb. The corn sells for $3.75 a Methodist dozen. All proceeds go to Missions Projects.

Free Well Water Testing Kits
2016-05-04 08:00 - 12:00, 2016-05-02 08:00 - 12:00 | IL
Well water testing kits will be distributed from 8 to noon at the Macomb Farm King. Any McDonough County resident with a well can receive at kit.

Free Trial Class - Race Training
2016-05-04 08:00 - 09:00, 2016-05-02 08:00 - 09:00 | IL
Do you want to run your first 5k/10k race or improve your race time? If its a road race, Tough Mudder, or Spartan Race, Keith will coach you to achieve your goal and go further than you thought you could.
Will be offering this class in the month of May: 60 minute. $75 includes M/W 8am or Personal Training: $40/session by appointment.
Contact Keith if interested – email: k.helling90@gmail.com, or send facebook message: www.facebook.com/hellingperformance/

Free Trial Class - Cross Training Circuit
2016-05-04 07:00 - 08:00, 2016-05-02 07:00 - 08:00 | IL
Ready for a challenging, fast-paced, and anything but BORING circuit class? Push yourself to fatigue mind and body with agility drills, plyometrics (jump training), and then challenge yourself more with balance, footwork, and coordination. Do you have what it takes? Intermediate to advanced levels  if knee issues, this may not be the class for you due to the plyometrics.
Will be offering this class in the month of May: 60 minutes. $75 includes M/W 7am. $12 drop in if space. No class 5/30.
Contact Keith if interested – email: k.helling90@gmail.com, or send facebook message: www.facebook.com/hellingperformance/

Free Trial Class - Cardio Interval Training
2016-05-04 06:00 - 07:00 | IL
If you want a sweaty, fast-paced, energetic, total body conditioning class that keeps you constantly moving, this is the class for you. Feel Better. Lose Weight. Be Stronger. Youll have fun moving through Keiths Cardio Interval Training. All levels.
Offering class in month of May: 60 minutes. $75 includes M/W 6am. $12 drop in if space. No class 5/30.
Contact Keith if interested – email: k.helling90@gmail.com, or send facebook message: www.facebook.com/hellingperformance/

Free Well Water Testing Kits
2016-05-03 12:00 - 17:00 | IL
Well water testing kits will be distributed from noon to 5 p.m. at the Macomb Farm King. Any McDonough County resident with a well can receive at kit.
