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Pokémon Club for Kids
2025-12-16 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg Public Library, 264 W Main St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Hey Pokémon trainers! Come journey on over to the Children’s Library for Pokémon Club. Join us to play the card game, trade cards, or both! For kids in grades K-6. All children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

Toddler Plus Tuesday
2025-12-16 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
This program is for toddlers plus their families and is offered after hours. This program is in collaboration with ROE #33 educators. Special developmental activities will be available each month. Reduced admission rate is $6.50. Members are free.

ROWVA Elementary Holiday Concert - Fourth, Fifth & Sixth Grades
2025-12-16 18:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | ROWVA Cafetorium, Joy Street, Oneida, 61467
Come enjoy your favorite Holiday songs from the Movies!

Galesburg Welcome Newcomer Meeting
2025-12-17 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | First United Methodist Church, 120 N. Kellogg St, Galesburg, 61401, United States
Wednesday, December 17, Galesburg Welcome Newcomer Club will hold their annual holiday brunch at United Methodist Church, 120 N. Kellogg beginning at 9:30. Bring a dish to share and get to know community members! Guests are welcome to attend. The Club provides opportunities to both new and existing residents to develop friendships through a variety of activities. Speakers share information about the area, and members participate in charitable projects for community organizations. For information call Vickie Dowers, 309-335-3377.

Engine & Caboose
2025-12-17 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Engine and Caboose Preschool Program
Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30
Book will be read at 10:30am.
Engine and Caboose is a weekly preschool program for children ages 2 to 5 years old. It promotes early literacy, fine motor and math skills. FREE with paid admission.

St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry
2025-12-17 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-24 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-31 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Corpus Christi Church basement, 273 South Prairie St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
ST VINCENT DE PAUL WEEKLY FOOD DISTRIBUTION. Weekly (Wednesdays from 1PM toll 2 PM) grocery distribution for individuals and families in need.
Curbside service is provided as well.
Not required to call ahead, but calling will speed up the process.
Will be asked whether they need a milk voucher, number of adults and children in family and about any food restrictions.
NUMBER TO CALL: 815-200-4911.

First Lutheran Church Food Pantry
2025-12-17 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | First Lutheran Church, 364 E Water St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
First Lutheran Church Food Pantry, 364 E. Water St., Galesburg.

AI for Everyone: Practical Office Tips
2025-12-18 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Carl Sandburg College, 5400 Tom WIlson Blvd., Galsburg, IL, 61401, United States
Learn how artificial intelligence can simplify your workday! This workshop offers practical tips for using AI tools to boost productivity, streamline tasks, and enhance efficiency in the office. No tech background required!

Parents Night Out
2025-12-19 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Lakeside Recreation Facility, 1033 S. Lake Storey Rd, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Date: Friday, December 19, 2025
Time: 5:30-8:30PM
Early Bird Cost: $15 by November 29
After November 29: $20 by December 18
Ages: 5-12 years old
Location: Lakeside Recreation Facility
Parents, need to do some last minute holiday shopping or just want an evening out? Enjoy a few hours kid-free while knowing your children are engaged and active with a fun craft night and Indoor Mobile Playground on the multipurpose courts at Lakeside Recreation Facility. This special holiday edition of Parent’s Night Out gives kids the chance to make a craft that they can create as a gift, and we will package gifts in a peek-proof bag!
Pizza will be provided.
Register as: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-galesburg-pr/shop/activities/5611388

Nature at Night: Winter Solstice Celebration
2025-12-19 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Lakeside Nature Center, 1033 S Lake Storey Rd, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Date: December 19, 2025
Time: 6:30-8PM
Cost: $5 by December 18
Location: Lakeside Nature Center Area
The Winter Solstice is Sunday, December 21, so we will celebrate on Friday! We will talk about the science behind the annual solstices, take a walk through our luminary-lit woods, enjoy some hot chocolate and s’mores around the yule log! All ages are invited to attend!
Register at: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-galesburg-pr/shop/activities/5600778

Keepsake Christmas Frames
2025-12-20 10:30 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Come in and create your very own Christamas frame!
$1.00 with admission

BINGO at the Galesburg VFW
2025-12-20 12:45, 2025-12-27 12:45, 2026-01-03 12:45 (America/New_York) | Galesburg VFW Post 2257, 1001 Michigan ave, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Come and have some fun at the Galesburg VFW with BINGO each Saturday. Doors open at 10:30a and BINGO starts at 12:45p.

Winter Wonderband
2025-12-20 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Knox College, Kresge Hall, Center for Fine Arts, 2 East South St., Galesburg, 61401
Local area community band members gather to present a concert of Christmas and Holiday music!

Origami Dreidels
2025-12-21 12:30 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Make an origami dreidel of your very own in our Art Studio! This event is free with admission.

STEM Fun Design a Gumdrop Tree
2025-12-23 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Make your own tree for the Holidays!
Free with Admission

Indoor Mobile Playground
2025-12-27 10:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Lakeside Recreation Facility, 1033 S. Lake Storey Rd, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Dates: December 13 & 27, 2025. January 10 & 24, 2026. February 14 & 28, 2026. March 14, 2026.
Time: 10:30AM-12:30PM
Cost: $5 daily admission for ages 3-12; ages 2 and under are free
Location: Lakeside Recreation Facility
We will set up a variety of toys and activities to challenge and entertain your kiddos (and adults)! Who doesn’t love a good game of giant frisbee or jumbo Connect 4? Each week we will feature a large game (inflatable game or obstacle course) or fun guests/special activities!
Pre-registration encouraged, but drop-ins allowed, as space permits. Please register each person individually. All ages are welcome. Children age 6 & under must be directly supervised. Adults can stay in the play court area or walk around the tennis courts while their children play if direct supervision is not required. Adults must stay in the facility while minors are playing.
*Certain dates may be cancelled, depending on facility bookings and holidays.
Register at: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-galesburg-pr/shop/programs/122415?subCategoryIds=6297334

Adult Pickleball Lessons
2025-12-27 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Lakeside Recreation Facility, 1033 S. Lake Storey Rd, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Date: Saturday, December 27, 2025
Time: 11am-12:30pm
Cost: $20
Location: Lakeside Recreation Facility
This class is designed for adult players who are new to the game. It will cover the fundamentals of scoring, serving, point play, and dinking. Please come dressed to play and remember to bring a water bottle.
Register at: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-galesburg-pr/shop/activities/6252815

Science Saturday = Density Towers
2025-12-27 12:30 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Come check out this science experiment!
Free with admission

Wibit Swim
2025-12-27 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Hawthorne Pool, 2331 Veterans Drive, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Date: December 27, 2025
Time: 1-4PM
Cost: $5 per person
Location: Hawthorne Pool
Join us at Hawthorne Pool for a special family swim! A partial WiBit will be in the water and available for use by all level swimmers. The diving board will not be open during this swim time.
Swimmers age 8 and under must have an adult within arms reach at all times unless a swim test is passed. Swimmers age 12 and under must have an adult in the building at all times.

Karaoke Kontest
2025-12-27 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | El Barril 3, 325 E Main St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Calling all karaoke singers! All proceeds go to Walk to End Alzheimer’s, winner will be announced at the end of the event.

Melting Snowman Craft
2025-12-30 10:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Spend the end of the year creating an adorable snowman craft at the Depot!
$1.00 with admission

Swim and Gym
2025-12-30 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Hawthorne Gym, 2265 Veterans Dr, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Date: Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
Time: 1-4PM
Cost: $10 per participant
Ages: 9-12 years old
Location: Hawthorne Gym and Hawthorne Pool
Spend a day this winter break at Hawthorne Pool & Hawthorne Gym for a Swim & Gym! Coming this December 30th, Swim and Gym will include option of swimming on the Wibit and watching a movie in the golf simulator room or playing in the Gym.
Register at: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-galesburg-pr/shop/activities/6460682

Count Down To Noon
2025-12-31 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Celebrate the New Year with Discovery Depot’s Annual Balloon Drop! Crafts, Games & Fun with a Balloon Drop at Noon!
$9.50 nonmembers / $6.50 members

Wibit Swim
2025-12-31 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Hawthorne Pool, 2331 Veterans Drive, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Date: December 31, 2025
Time: 1-3PM
Cost: $7 per person
Location: Hawthorne Pool
Join us at Hawthorne Pool for a special family swim! A partial Wibit will be in the water and available for use by all level swimmers. The diving board will not be open during this swim time.
Swimmers age 8 and under must have an adult within arms reach at all times unless a swim test is passed. Swimmers age 12 and under must have an adult in the building at all times.

Ooey Gooey Science: Winter Break Fun
2026-01-02 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Lakeside Recreation Facility, 1033 S. Lake Storey Rd, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Date: Friday, January 2, 2026
Time: 1-2:30PM
Cost: $5 per scientist by December 29
Ages: 5-13 years
Location: Lakeside Recreation Facility
School Day off? Don’t sit around the house! Come to Lakeside Recreation Facility and have some frosty science fun! We will have some festive fun with experiments, games, and much more!
Register at: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-galesburg-pr/shop/activities/6424220
