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First Fridays
2024-07-05 09:00 - 14:00, 2024-08-02 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Lakeview Nature Center, 10050 N 1500th Rd, Macomb, IL, United States
During these open house hours we welcome you to explore our Center! Explore nature-based learning stations, invitations for imaginative play, favorite seasonal books, and creative enrichment activities.

Farmer's Market
2024-07-06 08:00 - 12:00 | Chandler Park, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
https://www.facebook.com/MacombFarmersMarket
Every Thursday and Saturday, May through October

Day in Clay: Geode Crystal Bowl
2024-07-06 12:00 - 14:30 | Macomb Park District Ceramic Studio, 1406 N Randolph St., Macomb
Maximum of 14 participants per 1-hour workshop
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm and 1:30 – 2:30 pm

Join us in the studio this month as we create our own geode crystal bowl! In this workshop, we’ll learn how to transform a flat slab of clay into a bowl filled with texture and sparkly melted glass! Please make sure to wear clothes that can get dirty. Workshop fee includes clay, glaze, use of tools, bisque and glaze kiln firing. Join us for the day as we get our hands in clay!

*Day in Clay Workshops are open to all ages, all skill levels, and we request that young children be accompanied by an adult who is also enrolled.

Fee: $12.00 per person for Macomb Park District Residents or $14.00 per person for Non-Residents

Registration is required
Deadline to register: July 5

3 ways to Register :

Follow the Link: tinyurl.com/mpdregister
Call 309-833-4562
or stop by the Macomb Park District office to register in person!

Clay Lab for Sprouts
2024-07-09 14:30 - 16:00 | Macomb Park District Ceramic Studio, 1406 N Randolph St., Macomb
Instructor: Natalie Shelly

Our monthly lab is the perfect opportunity for budding young artists who want to explore the world of ceramics! This program offers little ones the chance to create monthly projects or to simply follow their own creative investigations through clay. Each month we’ll embark on an adventure into basic building techniques that get tiny hands moving, making, and imagining through clay. Young artists will also explore exciting surface design processes, painting with a wide range of colors, and hands-on glazing. Come join us and make lasting memories and enjoy hands-on experiences in clay! Session fee includes clay, glazes, use of tools and brushes, bisque and glaze kiln firings.

*Young children must be accompanied by an adult.

Session Fee: $20 for Macomb Park District Residents, $26.00 for Non-Residents

Registration is required
Deadline to register: July 8

3 ways to Register :

Follow the Link: tinyurl.com/mpdregister
Call 309-833-4562
or stop by the Macomb Park District office to register in person!

Teen Wheel Throwing Lab
2024-07-10 15:30 - 17:00 | Macomb Park District Ceramic Studio, 1406 N Randolph St. , Macomb, IL, United States
Instructor: Natalie Shelly

Our monthly lab is the perfect opportunity for teens who want to explore the world of wheel throwing! This program offers makers the chance to create a variety of miniature or small sized bowls, vases, mugs, and other creative forms on the wheel. Each month, we’ll review wheel throwing basics, explore a few surface design processes, and employ hands-on glazing to complete our amazing projects! Our focus throughout the summer labs will emphasize personal creativity, form development on the wheel, and glazing. Come join us and make lasting memories and enjoy hands-on experiences in clay! Session fee includes clay, glazes, use of tools and brushes, bisque and glaze kiln firings.

Session Fee: $28 for Macomb Park District Residents, $37.00 for Non-Residents

Registration is required
Deadline to register: July 9

3 ways to Register :

Follow the Link: tinyurl.com/mpdregister
Call 309-833-4562
or stop by the Macomb Park District office to register in person!

Farmer's Market
2024-07-11 08:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-13 08:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-18 08:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-20 08:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-25 08:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-27 08:00 - 12:00 | Chandler Park, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States

Merry Making for the Holidays
2024-07-11 17:30 - 19:30, 2024-07-25 17:30 - 19:30 | Macomb Park District Ceramic Studio, 1406 N Randolph St., Macomb
Instructor: Natalie Shelly

Want to beat the heat and get a jump start on holiday gifts? We do, too! In this course, we’ll help you create some of our favorite simple and sweet studio projects that are perfect for gifting! Within this two week hand building mini-course, we will create three dishes and four adorable ornaments. We hope you’ll join us as we celebrate the handmade in this relaxing course geared towards students of all skill levels!

Join us and learn to create in a fun and supportive environment! Course fee includes clay, glazes, use of tools and brushes, bisque and glaze kiln firings, and weekly open studio hours.

Course Fee: $58.00 for Macomb Park District Residents, $75.00 for Non-Residents
Deadline to register: July 10

3 ways to Register :

Follow the Link: tinyurl.com/mpdregister
Call 309-833-4562
or stop by the Macomb Park District office to register in person!

Noticing Nature: A Curious Guide for Sprouts
2024-07-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Lakeview Nature Center, 10050 N 1500th Rd, Macomb, IL, United States
The seasonal rhythm of the natural world is full of wonder and can be a constant companion that offers new surprises every day! Join us at Lakeview Nature Area and Center this month for a nature-themed story, a creative activity, and noticing nature moments for young explorers and curious naturalists! We hope to see you in the prairie!
Fee: Free

Maximum of 18 participants

*Pre-registration is required. Please register by July 10 to participate.
To register call: 309-833-4562, stop by the park office to register in person, or CLICK HERE!
Noticing Nature: A Curious Guide for Sprouts will be held outdoors when possible and participants are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather.

Swamp Rats return to Forgttonia
2024-07-12 19:00 | Forgottonia Brewing, 324 N. Lafayette St., Macomb
Catch traveling folk, bluegrass, folkpunk act, Swamp Rats for ONE night affair!Music from 7-9

Sunrise Yoga
2024-07-13 07:00 - 20:00 | Veteran’s Park, E University Drive, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Now introducing the Sunrise Yoga Summer 2024 Series!Wake up with the sun through an energizing yoga flow. Flow through sun salutation, heart openers & accessible poses to awaken the body. Leave feeling balanced and ready to face the day. All levels are welcome!Join certified yoga instructor, Jenna Clayton, at 7 AM at Veterans Park to start your day. Must be ages 15+ to attend. All sessions are 45 minutes long and are cash donation based with 100% of the donations going to Jenna. All attendees must sign in at the event.Rain dates for each class will be the following Saturdays. For any questions, call our Macomb Park District office at 309-833-4562.

McDonough County 4-H Fair
2024-07-13 08:00 - 2024-07-18 17:00 | 4-H Fairgrounds, 3028 W Jackson, Macomb

Nature's Fireworks
2024-07-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Lakeview Nature Center, 10050 N 1500th Rd, Macomb, IL, United States
A festival to celebrate the beauty of summer and the joy of firefly season! We will fill the evening with engaging learning stations, an illuminated trail, lantern walks, a relaxing campfire, outdoor games, fun firefly facts, and tons of family fun!

Fee: Free

Little Lunchers
2024-07-18 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-07-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Chandler Park, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Get your little ones ready because Little Lunchers is BACK for the Summer! We are so excited for another year of partnering with the Macomb Public Library!Story time + Play time + Free LunchMark your Calendars for June 13th, July 18th and July 25th.

2024 St. Jude's Macomb to Peoria Run
2024-07-20 04:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Macomb
Join us for a run that will help save lives and change yours. The St. Jude Macomb to Peoria Run is an annual charity event benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Since 2001, our runners have trekked the 90 miles from Macomb to Peoria annually, raising $1,913,530 along the way to further the lifesaving mission of St. Jude. This is more than a running event — this is a chance to contribute to the mission of St. Jude, to create lasting memories and to form and strengthen friendships with your fellow runners. Just as it takes every member of our relay team to make it all the way to Peoria, it takes the help of countless people working together to support the treatments and research of St. Jude. We run in groups, relay style and you choose how much or how little you run. You can even participate as a volunteer. The kids of St. Jude need you. Join our run family! If you are interested, but have questions, let us know!

Raising Saints Block Party
2024-07-20 08:00 - 2024-07-21 17:00 | St. Paul Church, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Join us for our annual block party (in the lot east of Vitales) supporting children in Macomb. From 10am-12pm enjoy bouncy houses and water fun and from 6pm -12am join us for a 21 and older beer tent and live performance by Captain Geech and the Shrimp Shack Shooters! 10 AM – NOON BOUNCE HOUSES AND WATER FUN FOR KIDS 6 PM – MIDNIGHT CRAIG CORZATT CAPTAIN GEECH & THE SHRIMP SHACK SHOOTERS

Nature Markers: Lavender Infused Honey
2024-07-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Lakeview Nature Center, 10050 N 1500th Rd, Macomb, IL, United States
Join us this month as we infuse fragrant lavender buds into a jar of honey from the Lakeview Nature Area Community Apiary! We’ll measure and mix lavender into our jar and review the simple steps needed to infuse the honey at home. When complete, this fragrant and sweet honey will be the perfect addition to your favorite seasonal treats and drinks!

*Nature Makers Workshops are open to ages 16 and up as well as all skill levels. All materials are included in the workshop fee.

Maximum of 10 participants
Fee: $12.00 per person for Macomb Park District Residents or $14.00 per person for Non-Residents

Pre-registration is required. Please register by July 18 to participate in this workshop.
To register call: 309-833-4562, stop by the park office to register in person, or CLICK HERE

Chris Vallillo’s Forgottonia
2024-07-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Browne Hal Theatre, 621 N Western Ave, Macomb
A musical and visual journey through the people and places of rural Western Illinois — Forgottonia

Odd Fellows at Chandler Park
2024-07-24 12:00 - 17:00 | Chandler Park, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States

Clay Lab for Kids and Teens
2024-07-27 12:00 - 13:30 | Macomb Park District Ceramic Studio, 1406 N Randolph St. , Macomb, IL, United States
Instructor: Natalie Shelly

Our monthly lab is the perfect opportunity for young artists who want to explore the world of ceramics! This program offers makers the chance to create monthly projects or to simply follow their own creative inspiration through clay. Across the sessions, we’ll explore a range of hand building techniques, exciting surface design processes, wheel throwing opportunities, and hands-on glazing to create amazing projects. Our focus throughout the summer labs will emphasize personal creativity, collaborating with nature, working in a series, and an introduction to alternative surface techniques. Come join us and make lasting memories and enjoy hands-on experiences in clay! Session fee includes clay, glazes, use of tools and brushes, bisque and glaze kiln firings.

Session Fee: $28 for Macomb Park District Residents, $37.00 for Non-Residents

Registration is required
Deadline to register: July 26

3 ways to Register :

Follow the Link: tinyurl.com/mpdregister
Call 309-833-4562
or stop by the Macomb Park District office to register in person!

C.T. Vivian's 100th Birthday Celebration
2024-07-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Chandler Park, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Tuesday, July 30th marking what would have been C.T. Vivan’s 100th birthday! Plan to join us as we celebrate Vivian’s legacy of courage, determination, and leadership. More information to come!

Macomb Farmer's Market
2024-08-01 08:00 - 12:00 | Chandler Park, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
The Macomb Farmers Market provides a place for vendors to sell their products. A variety of products are available from week to week.

Every Thursday & Saturday from 8am-Noon in Chandler Park

Wesley Village Annual Ice Cream Social
2024-08-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Wesley Village, 1200 East Grand St., Macomb, United States
Our annual Ice Cream Social is our largest event of the year and draws people from all over the surrounding area! Occurring in August each year, the Ice Cream Social provides entertainment to its attendees while they enjoy delicious ice cream sundaes, pies, cupcakes, and other desserts, fresh from Wesley Village’s kitchen! Desserts, Live Entertainment, Kids Zone Contact us today for more information on our various activities and special events
