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Pumpkin Sale
2016-10-08 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | St. Paul Parking Lot, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
St. Paul Home and School Association Pumpkin Sale
St. Paul Parking Lot – $3 per pumpkin
**after 5:15pm mass**
All proceeds benefit St. Paul School

Paddling Tours of Lake Argyle
2016-10-08 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.

WIU’s Homecoming Celebration
2016-10-08 08:00 - 17:00 | IL
Join in WIU’s Annual Homecoming Celebration! Events will be happening all day, listed below is the schedule for your convenience!
Thursday, September 29, 2016

5:30-7:30 p.m. Celebrating Town & Gown

Friday, September 30, 2016

Paint the Paws

Friday, October 7, 2016

5-9 p.m. All-Alumni Social, Alumni House (Complimentary food, beer, wine and soda; cash bar available)

Saturday, October 8, 2016

7-7:45 a.m. Old Stompin’ Ground Runaround Registration, Alumni House
8 a.m. Old Stompin’ Ground Runaround: 5K Run/1.5 mile walk
8:30 a.m. Reunion Recognition Brunch & Social, Alumni House
9:30 a.m. All-Alumni Breakfast, Alumni House (Complimentary coffee and donuts)
10:30 a.m. Homecoming Parade
Noon-3 p.m. Alumni Cookout at “The Right Place” tent – in Q LOT
3 p.m. Leathernecks Football Game vs. Indiana State – Hanson Field
Tickets will not be mailed. The Homecoming football ticket sales are final. Therefore, all tickets purchased through the WIU Alumni Association are non-refundable.

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

RUINED
2016-10-07 19:30, 2016-10-06 19:30, 2016-10-05 19:30 | Horrabin Theatre, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
RUINED at 7:30pm, Horrabin Theatre
Contact the Department of Theatre and Dance for more information at 298-1543 or wiu.edu/theatre

Pumpkin Sale
2016-10-07 12:30 - 13:30, 2016-10-03 14:30 - 15:30 | St. Paul Parking Lot, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
St. Paul Home and School Association Pumpkin Sale
St. Paul Parking Lot – $3 per pumpkin
All proceeds benefit St. Paul School

Faculty Chamber Music Series
2016-10-05 19:30 | COFAC Recital Hall, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
Faculty Chamber Music Series
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

First Wednesday, Community Art Night
2016-10-05 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

MDH Offers First Aid Class
2016-10-04 18:00 | IL
Tuesday, October 4, at 6:00PM in Auditorium A, lower level of MDH.
Class will cover adult, child, and infant first aid techniques & follows the American Heart Association guidelines.
Pre-registration required and there is a $32 fee for the course. A minimum of ten participants are necessary for the class to be held.
For more info or to register, please contact MDH Outreach Services at (309) 836-1584.

Richard Deon - Peace Deal: Paradox and Conformity
2016-10-03 08:00 - 17:00 | WIU Art Gallery, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
Richard Deon- Peace Deal: Paradox and Conformity (C)
Exhibit will run 10/3 thru 11/4
All Exhibitions and Receptions are FREE and Open to the Public – wiu.edu/artgallery

Spoon River Drive
2016-10-02 08:00 - 17:00, 2016-10-01 08:00 - 17:00 | IL
Travel through the scenic route known as the Spoon River Drive which spreads throughout Fulton County. Packed with food vendors, shops, and plenty of entertainment, there is sure to be activities to enjoy around every bend!

Wind Ensemble
2016-10-01 19:30 | COFAC Recital Hall, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
Wind Ensemble
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

SEX WITH STRANGERS
2016-10-01 19:30, 2016-09-30 19:30 | Simpkins Theatre, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
SEX WITH STRANGERS at 7:30pm, Simpkins Theatre
Contact the Department of Theatre and Dance for more information at 298-1543 or wiu.edu/theatre

Festival of L.I.F.E.
2016-10-01 13:00 - 21:00 | Veteran’s Park, E University Drive, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
The Festival of L.I.F.E. (Live It Fully Everyday) is an event designed to raise cancer awareness, celebrate survivorship and remember those we have lost. It will be a day full of friendship, food and great entertainment, with the ultimate goal to raise money and awareness to fight cancer!
This event is sponsored by the American Cancer Society. More information can be found on our website – www.relayforlife.org/festivaloflifeil.
Be sure to LIKE! our Facebook page – www.facebook.com/LiveItFullyEveryday

Friends of Argyle Lake State Park Lake Exploration Day
2016-10-01 10:00 - 14:00 | Argyle Lake State Park, 640 Argyle Park Rd. , Colchester, IL, 62326, United States
Come join the members of the Friends of Argyle foundation for a day of lake exploration! Many activities will be offered including lake education activities, fishing, kayaking, and pontoon boat rides. FOA will provide hot dogs and drinks and loaner fishing poles will be available. Meet at the lake near the bait shop for this event. Call the visitor center for specific program information (309)776-3422.

Symphony Orchestra
2016-09-30 19:30 | COFAC Recital Hall, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
Symphony Orchestra
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

Fabulous Equinox Orchestra
2016-09-24 19:30 | The Forum, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
Fabulous Equinox Orchestra at 7:30pm, The Forum
Tickets 309-298-2900 or BCAbringstheStars.com
All across America, audiences have fallen in love with the high-energy show that is the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra. Fashioned in the style and swagger of the legendary entertainers led by Frank Sinatra, the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra is putting their own stamp on the Great American songbook, graced with a touch of Motown, Ray Charles, Johnny Cash, Elvis and more.
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Havoc Figure 8 Race-Stronghurst IL
2016-09-24 17:00 - 23:00 | Henderson County Fairgrounds, Stronghurst, IL, United States
The annual Havoc Figure 8 Race will be held at 5pm on September 24 at the Henderson County Fairgrounds in Stronghurst. Event starts at 5pm. $10 admission 11 and over, kids are free. Our food tent will be open all night. Event begins with our kids powerwheel derby, followed by the lawnmower derby, and the rest of the evening packed with fast figure 8 racing. New for this fall we have added a Bone Stock Class! $10,000 Purse for the night!! Four classes paying $1000 to win! Watch us crown the champions of the first annual Bi County Figure 8 Racing Series! Rain date scheduled for the following Sunday at 2pm. Find us on facebook or go to hendersoncofair.com for more details and information!

Lodge and Libations
2016-09-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Horn Field Campus, 985 China Road , Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
$25.00
Please join us for the 3rd annual Lodge and Libations fundraiser for the Frank Lupton Outdoor Education Building at Horn Field Campus. There will be food and libations, as well as a campfire to follow featuring stories from Frank “Doc” Lupton. Please register by September 19th. We hope to see you there!

Gazebo Art Festival
2016-09-24 09:00 - 17:00 | Chandler Park, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
GAF is a one day art show and sale in a shady park just off Macomb’s historic downtown square. The weekend of the festival, Chandler Park is also home to Western Illinois University’s annual Al Sears Jazz Festival, creating a vibrant atmosphere of music and art. View on Facebook

St. Paul Church Rummage Sale
2016-09-24 09:00 - 12:00, 2016-09-23 09:00 - 18:00 | St. Paul School Gym, 322 W. Washington, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States

Al Sears Jazz Festival
2016-09-23 08:00 - 17:00 | IL
15th Annual Al Sears Jazz Festival
……….more details to follow………………..
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Bruce Walters: We the People
2016-09-20 08:00 - 2016-09-23 17:00 | WIU Art Gallery, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
WIU College of Fine Arts and Communications Presents:
Bruce Walters: We the People (C)
Exhibit will run 9/20 thru 9/23
All Exhibitions and Receptions are FREE and Open to the Public – wiu.edu/artgallery

Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body
2016-09-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Macomb City Hall, 232 E. Jackson St. , Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
For centuries we’ve known that the health of the brain and body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insight into how we can optimize our physical and cognitive health. Learn about research findings in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to incorporate these concepts into a plan for healthy living.
Registration required: Please call (217) 228-1111.
