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WIU Graduate/Undergraduate Commencement
2018-12-15 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Western Illinois University, 1 University Circle , Macomb, IL, United States

Winter Woodland Wonders Nature Hike
2018-12-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Argyle Lake State Park, 640 Argyle Park Rd. , Colchester, IL, 62326, United States
Join the site interpreter 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.

Anger Management Support Group
2019-01-01 15:30 - 17:00 | Health Services Building 1 Auditorium, lower level;
Pre-registration is required. Insurance and financial assistance may cover costs depending on coverage. For more information or to register, call MDH Behavioral Health Services at (309) 836-1582.

https://www.mdh.org/services/behavioral_health.aspx

Chronic Pain Management Group
2019-01-07 13:00 - 14:00 | Health Services Building 1 Auditorium, lower level;
Sessions run through an 8-week course. For a free screening or more information, call MDH Behavioral Health Services at (309) 836-1582.
https://www.mdh.org/services/behavioral_health.aspx

Winter Birding Basics
2019-01-12 10:00 - 10:30 | Argyle Lake State Park, 640 Argyle Park Rd. , Colchester, IL, 62326, United States
Winter Birding Basics
Saturday, January 12, 2019 & Saturday, January 26, 2019
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Join the park naturalist for a morning of bird watching 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.

Community BINGO
2019-01-22 14:00 - 16:00 | The Lamoine Retirement Living, 203 N Randolph St, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Come out and join The Lamoine for some good ole fashion BINGO! Everyone is welcome and we would love to see you!! BINGO will be held in our ballroom here at The Lamoine from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Poker and Game Night
2019-01-24 17:00 - 19:00 | The Lamoine Retirement Living, 203 N Randolph St, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Come join us at The Lamoine for Poker and Game Night in The Lamoine Lounge! It will be on Thursday, January 24th from 5p.m. to 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome and light refreshments will be provided! For more information please call 309-575-3018

Soup Supper
2019-01-26 16:00 - 19:00 | Colchester Lions Club, 207 S. Fulton St , Colchester, IL, United States
Colchester Community Connections
4th Annual Soup Supper
Chili, Vegetable Rotini, Potato Bacon,
Hot Dogs, Desserts & Drinks
Saturday, January 26, 2019 from 4-7pm
Colchester Lions Club
Proceeds to benefit West Prairie Middle
School to purchase Library Carts.
FREE WILL DONATION – To Go Orders Available

Miss Macomb Scholarship Organization Annual Dinner & Auction
2019-01-26 16:00 - 22:00 | The Macomb Dining Company, 127 E Carroll St., Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Join us for this Macomb tradition! The event features a fabulous dinner along with a fantastic array of silent and live auction items that are sure to fit everyone’s taste, style and budget! Led by our perennial Miss Macomb auctioneer Monte Lowderman, (who not only does our live auction, but also provides entertainment) this event will again be held at the Old Macomb Dining Company. More details to come!

The Prairieland Barbershop Chorus
2019-01-28 18:00 - 19:00 | The Lamoine Retirement Living, 203 N Randolph St, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Come out and enjoy the harmonic melodies of The Prairieland Barbershop Chorus and some light refreshments in the historic lobby at The Lamoine Retirement Living!! We look forward to seeing you!!

Underground Cabaret
2019-02-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Simpkins Theatre, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
The performance will feature musical theatre/theatre majors from the University. The Underground Cabaret is a performance to honor the career of Professor Emeritus Maughan McMurdie. As a former operatic baritone and bass, McMurdie taught at Western Illinois and performed throughout the region from 1969, until his retirement in 1992. Maughan passed away in 2007.
Related Web Site: Department of Theatre and Dance
Contact Information:
April Huston
Phone: 309-298-1543
Email: as-huston@wiu.edu
Source: Department of Theatre & Dance

Pancake & Sausage Meal
2019-02-02 07:00 - 12:00 | West Prairie High School
Good Hope/Sciota Lions Club
Pancake & Sausage Meal
Saturday, February 2
7am-Noon
West Prairie High School
Free Will Donation
Pancakes, Sausage, Biscuits & Gravy, and Drink

Social Media Influencer Workshop
2019-02-02 09:00 - 12:00 | Lake Hill Winery, 1822 East Co Road 1540, Carthage, IL, United States
Do you run a business or want to start one? Social media is a powerful business tool. Come learn from some local Boss Babes about ways to start and grow your business using social media.

Black History Month Keynote Address
2019-02-04 18:30 - 19:30 | Heritage Room, 900 W. Murray St., Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
The Gwendolyn Brooks Cultural Center invites Western Illinois University’s faculty, staff and students, as well as the entire west central Illinois community, to the annual Black History Month Celebration. The year’s celebration will focus on our roots as a cultural space, which will encourage challenging conversations and artistic displays of color and emotion.
The theme for the Black History Month Celebration and the 50th anniversary of The Gwendolyn Brooks Cultural Center is “Our Roots Run Deep.” This year’s keynote speaker is Chicago native, Che “Rhymefest” Smith.
Rhymefest has been in the music industry since he was a teenager and is popular for his work with Kanye West. He has assisted in writing and producing most of West’s earlier work, as well as co-founding the Donda West Foundation, in memory of West’s late mother. The charity’s mission is to help at-risk students in Chicago nurture their knowledge of writing and creating music, as well as pairing them with experts in the arts to guide their creative expressions.
Additionally, Rhymefest is involved with the politics of Chicago. In 2011, he ran for alderman in one of Chicago’s most dangerous wards. He has spoken with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and the UK Conservative Party on the issues of banning Hip Hop music in the country. This led to the creation of Hugs for Hoodies, a program geared toward educating youth about the music business–production and business.
For more information, contact the GBCC at (309) 298-2220.

Community First Aid Class
2019-02-05 18:00 | McDonough District Hospital, Auditoriums A & B, lower level; Macomb
These cover injury assessment, first aid techniques for various medical situations and safety and injury prevention.

Accidents, injuries and health emergencies can occur despite our best plans. Up-to-date knowledge can help you respond appropriately and confidently to an emergency and could save a life. Classes offered at MDH are taught according to the American Heart Association guidelines and focus on remaining calm, performing proper techniques and obtaining medical assistance.

First Aid course completion cards are valid for 2 years. For more information or to register, contact MDH Outreach Services at (309) 836-1584.

Fee: $40

WITMA - Western Illinois Traditional Music Association
2019-02-08 19:00 - 23:00 | First Presbyterian Church, 400 E. Carroll St. , Macomb, IL, United States
The public is invited to join the Western Illinois Traditional Music Association on Friday at 7:00 pm at the Macomb First Presbyterian Church for their monthly acoustic bluegrass jam. https://www.facebook.com/groups/105418266182371/about/

AG Mech Farm Expo
2019-02-09 09:00 - 17:00 | Western Illinois University, 1 University Circle , Macomb, IL, United States
The 2019 Agriculture Mechanization (Ag Mech) Club at Western Illinois University will host its 49th annual Farm Expo Saturday-Sunday, Feb. 9-10 at Western Hall.
The expo is open free to the public from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Free parking is available in Q-Lot, adjacent to Western Hall.Related Web Site: Follow the Farm Expo on Facebook
Contact Information:
School of Agriculture
Phone: (309) 298-1080
Email: AJ-Baker@wiu.edu

Donkey Basketball
2019-02-09 19:00 | West Prairie High School
Donkey Basketball
Dairyland Donkey Basketball is returning to West Prairie!
Hosted by WP After Prom Committee, Class of 2020 to benefit the After Prom party. Free will donation meal prior to the game starting at 5pm. Menu is walking tacos or steamburgers, and dessert. We will also have a silent and live auction. Tickets available at all McDonough County UCBs, RT 67 Cafe, The Hair Company, & all WP school offices & Class of 2020 students.
February 9 at 7pm
West Prairie High School
18575 E 800th St, Sciota, Illinois

Community CPR Class
2019-02-12 18:00 | Auditoriums A & B, Auxiliary workroom and conference room; McDonough District Hospital, Macomb
A life-saving technique to be used if someone would choke, stop breathing or experience cardiac arrest. This class offers adult, child and infant techniques for American Heart Association CPR and an obstructed airway. Instruction for the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) will also be covered. For more information or to register, contact MDH Outreach Services at (309) 836-1584.
Fee: $40

Spaghetti Dinner
2019-02-15 17:00 | West Prairie High School
West Prairie Athletic Boosters
Spaghetti Dinner
February 15, 5pm at West Prairie High School
Before boys basketball Senior Night
– Free Will Donation –
Live baked goods auction
between jv & varsity games.
***All proceeds go towards WPJH/WPHS student athletes***
Menu includes Spaghetti, Breadsticks, Salad, Drink and Dessert

60th Annual Miss Macomb Scholarship Pageant
2019-02-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Fellheimer Auditorium, 1525 S Johnson St, Macomb, IL, United States
Join us as several smart and talented area young ladies vie for the titles of your 2019 Miss Macomb and Miss Macomb’s Outstanding Teen!

Chamber Legislative Day
2019-02-19 08:00 - 17:00
The Government & Legislative Affairs Committee of the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to join us as we travel to Springfield via bus to meet with Illinois legislative leaders to discuss critical issues for our region. Check back soon for schedule. Open to Chamber members and their employees only.

Fees/Admission:

$75 per participant (including bus and lunch)
$55 per participant (including lunch only)
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Event Sponsor: $500 (1 available)

Top billing logo recognition (publicity, event signage, Chamber website/social media).
Includes one registration to event.

Gold Sponsor: $300 (2 available)

Logo recognition (publicity, event signage, Chamber website/social media)

Tote Sponsor: $300 (1 available)

You provide the Chamber with 60 tote bags with your logo on them. These will be used throughout the day by each attendee to carry their binder and other materials. Totes must be pre-approved by Chamber.
Name recognition on Chamber website and social media

Cooler Sponsor: $150 (1 available)

Large “Water Provided By” logo display on the coolers in the bus
Name recognition on Chamber website and social media

Proof
2019-02-22 19:30 - 21:30 | Simpkins Theatre, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
On the eve of her twenty-fifth birthday, Catherine, a troubled young woman, has spent years caring for her brilliant but unstable father, a famous mathematician.
Now, following his death, she must deal with all that he’s left behind. Over the long weekend that follows, a burgeoning romance and the discovery of a mysterious notebook draw Catherine into the most difficult problem of
all: How much of her father’s madness—or genius—will she inherit?

Black Student Summit
2019-02-23 09:30 - 14:30 | Multicultural Center, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
The Black Student Summit aims to address the issues that Black Students are facing, educating students on the skills needed on campus and in life, and to uplift students to become stronger individuals. With the ushering in of a new era, the time has come to reevaluate the elements of a successful student and begin preparing for the future. By attending this summit one will benefit from the motivational speakers, attend inspiring workshops, and participate in beneficial discussions. This year’s theme is “Redefining Blackness in Our Society: the Path to Black Excellence”
To register, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-student-summit-tickets-50407984639?aff=ebdssbcitybrowse

Winter Tree ID Hike
2019-02-23 13:30 - 15:30 | Argyle Lake State Park, 640 Argyle Park Rd. , Colchester, IL, 62326, United States
Twigs, Buds and Bark:
Winter Tree ID Hike
Saturday, February 23, 2019 – 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Most people identify trees using their leaves, which can make tree identification a challenge in the winter. Winter tree identification is possible; it merely requires detailed observations of a tree’s many unique characteristics – other than its leaves. Budding naturalists of any age are welcome to come and learn some tips for identifying trees in winter at the Argyle Lake State Park visitor center. After a brief indoor discussion, participants will venture outdoors to practice their skills in the campground and along the woodland edge at Argyle while enjoying the winter scenery. For more information, please call the park visitor center at (309)776-3422.

Raritan Fireman's Pancake & Sausage Supper
2019-02-23 16:00 - 19:00 | St. Pat’s Community Center, northeast of Raritan/south of IL Rt. 116, Raritan, IL, United States

The Prairieland Barbershop Chorus
2019-02-25 18:00 - 19:00 | The Lamoine Retirement Living, 203 N Randolph St, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
Come out and enjoy the wonderful Prairieland Barbershop Chorus in the historic lobby of The Lamoine Retirement Living! There will be light refreshments provided! We look forward to seeing everybody!!

Hand to God
2019-02-27 19:30 - 21:30 | Horrabin Theatre, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
After the death of his father, meek Jason finds an outlet for his anxiety at the Christian Puppet Ministry, in the devoutly religious, relatively quiet small town of Cypress, Texas. Jason’s complicated relationships with the town pastor, the school bully, the girl next door, and— most especially—his mother are thrown into upheaval when Jason’s puppet, Tyrone, takes on a shocking and dangerously irreverent personality all its own. HAND TO GOD explores the startlingly fragile nature of faith, morality, and the ties that bind us.

Illinois Secretary of State Mobile Services
2019-02-28 09:30 - 15:00 | WIU Union
Mobile services from the Illinois Secretary of State’s office will visit Western Illinois University’s University Union.
“I encourage motorists to take advantage of the convenience of the mobile unit on campus,” said Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White. “Students, faculty and staff can show their college pride by displaying WIU collegiate license plates on their vehicle.”
Services available include:
• Driver’s license (renewal, replacement, corrections)
• State ID card (renewal, replacement, corrections)
• Vehicle sticker sales
• WIU collegiate license plates
• Passenger / B-truck license plates
• Organ/tissue donor registration
• Vehicle title and registration
• Parking placards for persons with disabilities
Motorists wishing to renew their driver’s license may do so up to one year in advance of their license’s expiration date. A complete list of acceptable forms of identification is available at cyberdriveillinois.com.
Contact Information:
University Relations
Phone: 309-298-1414
Email: u-relations@wiu.edu

Hand to God
2019-03-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Horrabin Theatre, Macomb, IL, 61455, United States
After the death of his father, meek Jason finds an outlet for his anxiety at the Christian Puppet Ministry, in the devoutly religious, relatively quiet small town of Cypress, Texas. Jason’s complicated relationships with the town pastor, the school bully, the girl next door, and—most especially—his mother are thrown into upheaval when Jason’s puppet, Tyrone, takes on a shocking and dangerously irreverent personality all its own. HAND TO GOD explores the startlingly fragile nature of faith, morality, and the ties that bind us.
