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Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - Renewal
2018-11-13 08:30 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | MDH-Auditorium A & B, Auxiliary Workroom & Conference Room, 535 E. Grant, Macomb, IL, IL, United States
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – Renewal
Tuesday, November 13
8:30 a.m.–3 p.m., McDonough District Hospital, Auditoriums A & B, lower level; Macomb
Pre-registration is required. Fee: $110 plus $35 for the book.
MDH employees may take the class for free with approval from their department leader.
Contact Staff Development at (309) 836-1654.

Let Us Play: Cribbage
2018-11-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Trinity Lutheran Church, 123 South Campbell Street, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Come play cards and enjoy some fellowship, instruction will be provided on a different game each month from 1-1:45 p.m. From 2-4 p.m. participants can play that “Game of the Month” or a game of their own choosing (if you do the latter, please bring your own cards) Refreshments will be provided.

Community CPR Class
2018-11-13 18:00 | MDH-Auditorium A & B, Auxiliary Workroom & Conference Room, 535 E. Grant, Macomb, IL, IL, United States
Community CPR Class
Tuesday, November 13
6 p.m., McDonough District Hospital, Auditoriums A & B, Auxiliary Conference Room, lower level; Macomb
Fee: $40. Pre-registration is required.
For more information or to register, contact MDH Outreach Services at (309) 836-1584.

Badass Beauty Queen: The Story of Anastasia Lin
2018-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 | WIU Multicultural Center
Location: Multicultural Center
Contact Information:
Stephanie Hovsepian
Phone: 309-298-2242
Email: SM-Hovsepian@wiu.edu

WIU Percussion Ensemble
2018-11-13 19:30 | COFAC Recital Hall
Join us as the WIU Wind Ensemble honors all those who have served in our nation’s armed services.

Event presented by:

WIU School of Music
(309) 298-1843
http://wiu.edu/recitalhall

Sounds of the Night: Guided Sensory Nature Hike
2018-11-14 18:30 - 19:30 | Lakeview Nature Center, 10050 N 1500th Rd, Macomb, IL, United States

WIU JSO Tour Concert with Guest Donnie Norton
2018-11-14 19:30 | COFAC Recital Hall
WIU’s Jazz Studio Orchestra performs with guest Donnie Norton

Event presented by:

WIU School of Music
(309) 298-1843
http://wiu.edu/recitalhall

Celebrating Town & Gown 2018
2018-11-15 17:30 - 19:30 | The Macomb Dining Company, 127 E Carroll St., Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
WIU’s annual Celebrating Town & Gown will be held on November 15. We hope you will join us to help celebrate Western Illinois University and Macomb in style. President Jack Thomas and Mayor Mike Inman will share what has been accomplished over the past year for WIU and Macomb communities! The 2018 Honorary Alumni and Town & Gown Award recipients will be announced that evening. A short program will begin at 6:15 p.m.
Casual attire is preferred.
Pre-registration is preferred, however walk-ins are welcome.
To register: email A-Association@wiu.edu, call (309) 298-1914 or fax (309) 298-2914.

Sparkler & Friends Play Group
2018-11-16 10:00 - 23:30 | 317 W. Dixson St, Stronghurst, IL, United States
10-11:30 a.m. first and third Fridays of month (November 2 & 16), 317 W Dixson St, Stronghurst IL
For ages birth-5. Activities, songs, free books and parent-child interaction. Sponsored by the Regional Office of Education for Henderson, Knox, Mercer and Warren counties. For more information contact Amy Gipe, Parent Educator Supervisor, or Emily Henry, Prenatal-5 Parent Educator, 309-634-6400 or find on Facebook.

"Crowns & Sounds" Music Trivia
2018-11-16 16:00 - 22:00 | Macomb VFW, 1200 E. Jefferson St, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Round up your music-loving friends for a night of music, food, drinks and FUN! Join us on Friday, November 16 at the Macomb VFW for the 3rd Annual Crowns & Sounds Music Trivia Night! Everyone’s favorite music trivia DJ, Rusty, will be spinning the tunes and creating all fhe fun
This year we are offering Lil T’s Chili (the best you’ve ever had!) and Domino’s Pizza from 4-6:30pm for a free will donation. So come hungry! You can also bring your own snacks. The VFW will be operating a cash bar. No outside beverages please!
Music Trivia is only $10/person or $80 for a team of eight (limit of 8 per team). Of course we will have mulligans available (8 for $10, 16 for $20). All proceeds go toward the Miss Macomb Scholarship Organization, awarding thousands of dollars in scholarships every year to area young ladies.
It’s a fun, easy, casual night of good times, all supporting a great cause!

Stronghurst Holiday Walk
2018-11-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Stronghurst Downtown
Begin your celebration of the season during the Village of Stronghurst’ s Holiday Walk from 5-7 p.m., Friday, November 16 in the community’s downtown. The evening will feature music and other entertainments, holiday shopping, Santa’s workshop, train and wagon rides, drawings, bake sales and lots of refreshments compliments Stronghurst businesses. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for photo opportunities. The Holiday Walk is coordinated by the Stronghurst Booster Club. For more information, contact Diana Taylor, President, 309-337-0899.

2nd Annual Eagle View Health & Wellness Seminar
2018-11-17 13:00 - 15:00 | First Christian Church, Monmouth, IL
The 2nd Annual Eagle View Health & Wellness Seminar is set for 1-3 p.m., Saturday, November 17 at the First Christian Church in Monmouth. The seminar–“Hand-in-Hand: Your Mental and Physical Well-being”–will focus on the link between physical and mental health,
According to Dr. Jennifer Reed, Eagle View’s primary physician, “Speakers include Eagle View staff (Susan Jensen, Naomi Abel, and me), as well as Dr. Michael AbouAssaly and Dr. Loren Reed from Great River, Dr. Sheila Feaster from OSF, and Mike Davis from Oak Lane Nursing and Rehab). There will be plenty of prizes and some fun, interactive talks, and it is FREE to everyone.” For more information contact Jana at 309-867-2202.

Fundraising Auction for VIBE
2018-11-17 17:00 - 21:00 | The Forum, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
9th Annual Fundraising auction in memory of Buck Knowles
5:00-6:30 p.m. Cocktails & Silent Auction
7:00 p.m. Dinner followed by the Live Auction by Lowderman Auction Compnay
The proceeds from this years auction will go to:

Macomb Park District Ball Park Lighting Fund
Honoring our Veterans-Flags of Love-Bricks for Chandler Park
McDonough County Master Gardner Program

Corporate tables (8 seats) $500
Individual tickets $50
For tickets or more information email: McDonoughcountyvibe@hotmail.com

Bereavement Support Group - New Horizons
2018-11-19 15:00 - 16:00 | MDH-Private Dining Room, Lower Level
Bereavement Support Group – New Horizons
Monday, November 19
3-4 p.m., McDonough District Hospital, Private Dining Room, lower level; Macomb
This open discussion support group is for adults who have experienced the loss of a family member or significant other. For more information, call the MDH Hospice at (309) 836-1543.

Turkey Trot
2018-11-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Good Hope, IL
The Turkey Trot this year will be benefitting the Good Hope – Sciota Fire Protection District. For more information, visit https://goodhopeturkeytrot.weebly.com.

Teddy Bear T (Ladies Night Out)
2018-11-26 17:00 - 19:00 | Old Macomb Dining Company, 127 E. Carrol St., Macomb, IL, 61455-0248, United States
Teddy Bear T (Ladies Night Out)
Monday, November 26
5-7 p.m., Old Macomb Dining Company, 127 E. Carrol St., Macomb
Cost: $15 plus a new Teddy Bear/stuffed animal
Silent Auction for themed gift baskets
Hors d’oeuvres will be served. Bears/animals will be displayed on the Teddy Bear Tree during Festival of Trees, then donated to MDH pediatric patients after the event.
For more information, contact the MDH Foundation at (309) 836-1757.

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
2018-11-28 08:30 - 15:00 | MDH-Auditorium A & B, Auxiliary Workroom & Conference Room, 535 E. Grant, Macomb, IL, IL, United States
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Wednesday and Thursday, November 28-29
8:30 a.m.–3 p.m. (Day 1) and 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (Day 2), McDonough District Hospital, Auditoriums A & B, lower level; Macomb
Pre-registration is required. Fee: $110 plus $35 for the book.
MDH employees may take the class for free with approval from their department leader. Contact Staff Development at (309) 836-1654.

Childbirth and Infant Care: Breastfeeding Class
2018-11-29 18:00 - 20:00 | MDH – Auditorium B, Lower Level
Childbirth and Infant Care: Breastfeeding Class
Thursday, November 29
6-8 p.m., McDonough District Hospital, Auditorium B, lower level; Macomb
Free. Pre-registration is required.
For more information or to register, call the MDH Obstetrics Department at (309) 836-1570.

Festival Jingle ‘n Mingle
2018-11-29 18:30 - 20:30 | West Central Illinois Arts Center, 25 E Side Square , Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Festival Jingle ‘n Mingle
Thursday, November 29
6:30-8:30 p.m., West Central Illinois Arts Center; 25 E. Side Square, Macomb
Live auction for themed gift baskets. Wine, beer and hors d’oeuvres will be served.
$40 per person, Ticketed event, black tie optional.
All proceeds will go toward the Dolores Kator Switzer Women’s Center at MDH.
For more information or to register, contact the MDH Foundation at (309) 836-1757.

WIU Chamber Orchestra Concert
2018-11-29 19:30 | COFAC Recital Hall, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States

Festival of Trees
2018-11-30 16:00 - 21:00 | West Central Illinois Arts Center, 25 E Side Square , Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Festival of Trees
Friday, November 30 (runs through Monday, December 3)
4-9 p.m., West Central Illinois Arts Center; 25 E. Side Square, Macomb
Open to the community, holiday tree display
$3 admission (children 10 & under free)
For more information, contact the MDH Foundation at (309) 836-1757.

Dickens on the Square "A Magical Holiday"
2018-11-30 18:00 - 21:00 | Macomb Downtown Square, 1 Courthouse Square, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Welcome to the 24th Annual Dickens on the Square. City of Macomb Downtown Development would like to welcome you to this annual holiday festival, Dickens on the Square “A Magical Holiday” in historic downtown Macomb. Dickens on the Square presents the perfect opportunity to slow down, take a step back in time and experience the charm and nostalgia that the Christmas season in a small town brings.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1503523406416430/

BFA Senior Showcase
2018-11-30 19:30 | Simpkins Theatre, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Come enjoy the extraordinary talents of the Department of Theatre and Dance’s BFA students, in an evening of songs!

Event presented by:

WIU Department of Theatre and Dance
http://www.wiu.edu/cofac/theatre/studiotheatreseason.php

Holiday Vendor Blender
2018-12-01 09:00 - 15:00 | Good Hope Elementary Gym

Sock Monkey Saturday
2018-12-01 10:30 - 12:00 | Western Illinois University Art Gallery, 1 University Cir, Macomb, IL, 61455
This Saturday’s featured project is string creations!
http://www.wiu.edu/ArtGallery/

Joyful Bird - Ceramics Family Workshop
2018-12-01 13:30 - 14:30 | Macomb Park District Ceramic Studio, 1406 N Randolph St. , Macomb, IL, United States

Annual Holiday Festival of Music
2018-12-01 14:00 - 15:00 | COFAC Recital Hall
The Holiday season couldn’t ask for a better start than the Holiday Festival of Music! Join us for holiday music performances by WIU Ensembles, as well as community groups. Watch for updates on this inaugural event!

Oquawka Lighted Christmas Parade
2018-12-01 17:30 | IL
Hosted by Village Of Oquawka. Santa will be at the stage area on Schuyler Street directly after the parade. Cookies and hot chocolate. For more information or parade entry form, contact Susan at 309-337-8662, Nancy 319-759-9927 or Tina 319-759-5937. Visit Village of Oquawka Facebook for details.

TABLE GROVE WINTER PLAY DAY
2018-12-02 13:00 - 18:00 | Table Grove Downtown Square
All activities planned are centered around the holidays and will be a memorable experience!

Forget-Me-Not Support Group
2018-12-03 18:00 - 19:00 | MDH Health Services Building 2
Free support group for anyone affected by loss during pregnancys or the loss of an infant. For more information call MDH Public Relations (309) 836-1557.
