16TH ANNUAL GALENA OKTOBERFEST
2023-09-30 12:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Depot Park, Galena, IL, 91 Bouthillier St, Galena, IL, 61036, United States
This 16th annual event will begin at noon with a cannon blast, tapping of the keg, and polka music. Main attractions will be the wiener dog races, polka music and dancing lessons, non-stop live music, and games for adults and children.

There’s something for everyone at Galena Oktoberfest. The wiener dog races will follow the raising of the flag by the Galena Fire Department and the singing of the national anthem. The big tent will feature plenty of seating with polka music, dance floor, and polka dancing lessons.

A children’s activity area is clearly designated, providing pumpkin decorating and games.

City of Genoa's 3rd Annual Harvest Festival
2023-10-06 19:00 - 2023-10-07 15:00 | Downtown Genoa, IL, W. Main St, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
The City of Genoa’s 3rd Annual Harvest Festival is taking place on October 6th and October 7th!

October 6th: Outdoor Movie Night at Carroll Memorial Park
Grab some blankets and chairs and come enjoy a free family movie, popcorn, and hot cocoa in the park! Sweet Swirl Cotton Candy will also have cotton candy available for purchase!

October 7th: Community Activities- Downtown Genoa
Come enjoy rides, crafts, community organization booths, and the Fall Makers’ Market with 70 artisanal vendors

52nd Autumn on Parade
2023-10-07 08:00 - 2023-10-08 15:00 | Oregon, IL, 115 N 3rd St, Oregon, IL, 61061, United States
The ever-popular Autumn on Parade Festival is held the first weekend of October and is a volunteer-based organization. In 1970, the first Autumn parade festival opened with seven booths lined up on Third Street on a rainy day. Now it has grown into an average of 180 booths surrounding the courthouse square.
Annual events include the Harvest Time Parade and the Auto Classic!
Visit the Autumn on Parade website for a list of events and times.
https://www.autumnonparade.com/

FREE Shredding Event - Freeport, IL
2023-10-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Highland Community College – Lot B, 2998 W Pearl City Rd, Freeport, IL, 61032, United States
Representatives Tony McCombie and John Cabello are partnering with the Stephenson County Sheriff’s Department and ComEd for this free document shredding event and documents will be accepted during that time, or until the truck is full.
Please follow traffic signs and remain in your vehicles, staff and volunteers will unload cars.
No electronics will be accepted during this event. Items will be accepted until noon or until trucks are full.

Galena Country Fair
2023-10-07 10:00 - 2023-10-08 17:00 | Grant Park, 9372 Ulysses S Grant Memorial Hwy, Galena, IL, 61036, United States
Learn more here.

Ogle County Residential Recycling - Electronics & Paper Shredding
2023-10-14 08:00 - 12:00 | Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department, 909 Pines Rd, Oregon, IL, 61061, United States
Electronics recycling and Paper Shredding day
Oct 14th, 2023 8am – 12pm at 909 Pines Road, Oregon, IL .
Call 815-732-4020 or email solidwaste@oglecountyil.gov for a free permit to recycle!
All residential televisions, monitors, computers, printers, FAX machines, cell phones, tablets, laptops, video game equipment, VCR/DVD players, stereo equipment, phone systems, digital clocks, CD/disks, CFL bulbs, printer cartridges, and rechargeable batteries accepted at no cost. Microwave ovens $5/unit.
Permits come with full list of accepted items. Subject to limitations. Ogle County residents only.

Polo Fire Department Hog Roast and Open House
2023-10-14 16:00 - 20:00 | Polo Fire Department, 206 S Franklin, Polo, IL, 61064, United States
The Polo Fire Protection District’s annual hog roast fundraiser and open house is Saturday October 14th from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm.

Ogle County Farm Stroll
2023-10-15 11:00 - 16:00 | Ogle County, IL, IL, United States
The Ogle County Farm Stroll is a self-guided tour of Ogle County’s diversified family farms. What is a farm stroll? It is an event for you to meet local family farmers, participate in farm tours and demonstrations, sample and purchase fresh local food, and learn what makes each farm unique. There is no beginning or end to the stroll. Choose which farms to see and hit the road. This is a free, relaxing, fun, and educational, family-friendly event that will satisfy your local food cravings and curiosities.

Dress for a farm visit in all-weather clothing and close-toed shoes.
Pick up a “passport” at your first stop. Fill in the farms you visit, and then turn it in at your last stop for a chance to win prizes.
NO PETS!

No cost
The event is free, but bring cash for farm products when available.
Farms participating

BerryView Orchard | 7504 W. Midtown Road, Mt. Morris, IL 61054
Hough’s Maple Lane Farm | 3788 N. Mt. Morris Road, Mt. Morris, IL 61054
Dietrich Ranch | 4575 N. Leaf River Road, Mt. Morris, IL 61054
Barnhart’s Stone Corner | 2169 E. Honey Creek Road, Oregon, IL 61061
Happily Homegrown | 4938 S. Scout Road, Oregon, IL 61061
Orion Organics | 885 W. Stone Barn Road, Franklin Grove, IL 61031

Illinois Department of CORRECTIONS - Corrections Officer & Corrections Treatment Officer Screening
2023-10-20 07:30 - 17:00 | Pepsico Recreational Center, 1025 30th Street, Rock Island, IL, 61201, United States
The Illinois Dept of Corrections will be holding another screening for Correctional Officer Trainees at Augustana College at the Pepsico Recreational Center on October 20, 2023.
This will be for officer positions around the state, including local facilities in East Moline, Galesburg, and Dixon.

Byron Chili Fest
2023-10-21 11:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Byron, IL, IL, United States

Halloween on the Prairie
2023-10-22 12:00 - 16:00 | Jarrett Prairie Preserve, 7993 N River Rd, Byron, IL, 61010, United States
Co-sponsored by the Byron Park District, the Byron Forest Preserves invites you to enjoy Halloween on the Prairie. Featuring games, hayrides, crafts, Raptor Rehab owl and hawk demonstrations, a bounce house, and more. There will be a costume parade at 1:00, so be sure to dress up! The forest preserve will also offer a free lunch of hot dogs, chips, and bottled water.

Medicare 101- Freeport, IL
2023-10-25 10:00 - 11:30 | Freeport Public Library, 100 E Douglas, Freeport, IL, 61032, United States
Engage in this FREE Community seminar hosted by Representative’s Tony McCombie and John Cabello,
facilitated by the Illinois Department on Aging.
This Medicare seminar include information about who is eligible, coverage details, and how to get help with out-of-pocket expenses

Small Business Financing Workshop
2023-10-25 10:30 - 11:30 | Sauk Valley Community College Rm 1C01, 173 IL Rt. 2, Dixon, IL, 61021, United States
Join this free, in-person presentation to learn about financing programs for small businesses.
Register for this FREE workshop here.
Follow this link for a map to the Workshop.

City of Genoa hosted Mobile Secretary of State event
2023-10-26 10:00 - 14:00 | City of Genoa City Hall, 333 E. 1st St., Genoa, IL, United States
The Secretary of State will be hosting a Mobile Event at City Hall on October 26, 2023 from 10 AM – 2 PM.

A minimum of 40 attendees is required for the event to be held.

Please sign up using the google form below or contact Genoa City Hall at (815) 784- 2327.

For a list of services that will be offered, please visit our website: https://www.genoa-il.com/secretary-of-state-mobile-event/

Medicare 101- Genoa, IL
2023-10-26 11:00 - 12:30 | City of Genoa City Hall, 333 E. 1st St., Genoa, IL, United States
Engage in this FREE Community seminar hosted by Representative’s Tony McCombie and Jeff Keicher,
facilitated by the Illinois Department on Aging.
This Medicare seminar include information about who is eligible, coverage details, and how to get help with out-of-pocket expenses

Mt Carroll, IL Pumpkin Fest
2023-10-28 08:00 - 14:00 | Mt. Carroll Farmers Market, E. Market St and N. Main St, Mt. Carroll, IL, 61053, United States

Forreston, IL - 5th Annual Spooktacular Saturday
2023-10-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Forreston, IL, IL, 61030, United States
Get ready to trick or treat through downtown Forreston.
Participating businesses will have a green ghost in their window.
Free donuts from 10 until gone at the Township building.
Free hot dog and chips from 11:30 until gone at the Township building.
GO see what Forreston has to offer.

2nd Annual Fall Festival - Pecatonica, IL
2023-10-28 11:00 - 17:00 | Pecatonica, IL – Main Street, Pecatonica, IL, 61063, United States
FREE Full day of Fall Family Fun!
Festival 11am-3pm
Trunk or Treat 3:15-5pm (Prizes for best Trunk)
German American Bank will be Grilling
Bake Sale with Pecatonica Women’s Club (Apple Orchard Doughnuts and Caramel Apple Bar)
Bounce Houses, Photo Booth, Trackless Train, Balloon Twister, Face Painting, Crafts, Temporary Tattoos, Peddle Tractors, Small Petting Zoo, Build a Buddy, Vendors, Business Specials, Pumpkin Bowling, Apple Chuck’n, Mini Putt, plus many other fun games and activities!! Don’t miss out!!

CANINE COSTUME PARTY
2023-10-29 11:00 - 17:00 | Lena Brewing Company, 9416 W Wagner Rd, Lena, IL, 61048, United States
CANINE COSTUME PARTY
Sunday, October 29th
* FOOD: From The Rafters, we order it, you eat it!
* Dog Friendly! Bring ’em in, just make sure on a leash
* Kid Friendly!
* Biscuit Bar
* Doggy Photo Booth
* Costume Winner Announced at 4pm
* Featuring Lena Dog Brew

Legislative Mobile Office – Winnebago, IL
2023-10-31 15:30 - 16:30 | Winnebago, IL Village Hall, 108 W Main, Winnebago, IL, 61088, United States
Stop by for assistance with State related issues and helpful resources.

Winter Clothing Drive
2023-11-01 - 2023-12-08 | 89th House District, IL, United States
Do you have a gently used winter coat you are no longer using? Please consider donating a new or gently used winter coat to House Minority Leader Tony McCombie’s November Coat Drive. Any winter gear like hats, gloves, or scarves, will also be accepted; all sizes for winter coats and accessories will be accepted from infant to adult.
The leader has also created an online registry option for those constituents who would like to contribute a new winter clothing item directly; ACCESS THE REGISTRY HERE.
The winter items will be collected at Leader McCombie’s District Office in Savanna, and then donated to the Regional Office of Education for distribution to area families. Leader McCombie is excited to launch this event and work together with residents in the 89th District to help those in need stay warm this winter!

Illinois Department of Corrections Screening
2023-11-08 07:30 - 17:00 | Sauk Valley Community College, 173 IL Rt 2, Dixon, IL, United States
The Illinois Department of Corrections will be holding a screening for Correctional Officer Trainee and Correctional Treatment Officer Trainees for facilities across the state, including Dixon CC at Sauk Valley Community College.
Apply first here then attend the screening or Contact Central Screening Office for invitation and paperwork.
217-785-9921.

Ogle County Residential Electronic Recycling Event
2023-11-17 09:00 - 16:00 | Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department, 909 Pines Rd, Oregon, IL, 61061, United States
November 17th (Friday) – Electronics
Hours: 9:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.

Free permits are required in advance.
For more information and to request a permit, call 815-732-4020.
Deadline for requesting permits is noon on the Wednesday before the event.
Permits will be sent prior to the event.
No permits issued day of events. No service without a permit.

39TH ANNUAL NOUVEAU PARADE & CELEBRATION
2023-11-17 11:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Galena, 111 W Main St, Galena, IL, 61036, United States
The parade of revelers will assemble at 2:30 p.m. for a trek around Galena’s Main Street in assorted modes of transportation and merriment from horse-drawn wagons to trollies as the 38th Annual Nouveau wine is delivered to Galena merchants who sport the Nouveau posters in their shop windows. Join in or watch the procession. “Le Beaujolias Nouveau est arrivé!”
Local restaurants and Galena businesses continue the celebration all weekend with live music, wine tastings, dinner specials and receptions.
Join Galena Cellars for a Luncheon, being hosted at their location Downtown Galena: 111 N. Main Street!
All of the details about Nouveau Weekend can be found HERE!

Legislative Mobile Office – Lena, IL
2023-11-21 13:30 - 14:30 | Lena, IL City Hall, 122 E Main St., Lena, IL, 61048, United States
Stop by for assistance with State related issues and helpful resources

*** Donations for the District Winter Clothing Drive can also be dropped off at this time ***

Savanna Chamber of Commerce - Christmas Walk
2023-11-24 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Savanna, IL
Join the Savanna Chamber for their annual Christmas Walk in the Historic Downtown. This years theme is “Christmas Movie/Show”
There will be a Cookie Walk, Hayrides with Santa, lighting of the tree, bingo cards, Santa photos at the Fire Station, Silent Auction, Shopping Specials and more.

Lanark Lighted Parade and Tree Lighting
2023-11-24 18:30 - 19:30 | Lanark, IL City Park, N. Burns St, Lanark, IL, 61046, United States
Enjoy this fun and festive light parade. Come have some family fun, chili, hot chocolate, cookies and stay for the annual lighting of the tree!

Candlelight Walk - 37th Anniversary -
2023-11-25 15:00 - 20:00 | Oregon, IL, 115 N 3rd St, Oregon, IL, 61061, United States
Located in beautiful downtown Oregon, IL the Candlelight Walk is a community event that spreads through out the entire town kickstarting the Holiday Season with horse drawn carriage rides, refreshments, entrainment and of course a visit from Santa!

Canadian Pacific Holiday Train/ 25th Year
2023-11-26 11:30 - 12:30 | Byron, IL, Byron, IL, 61010, United States
The Canadian Pacific (CP) Holiday Train is returning to the rails for its 25th cross-continent season tour!! The train will again raise money, food and awareness for local food banks in communities along the CP network.
Holiday Train shows are free to attend. CP asks attendees to bring a cash or non-perishable food donation if they’re able. Local food shelves will set up collection stations at each event, with all donations made staying with the local food bank to help people in need in the community.

Byron, Illinois on November 26, 2023

Train Arrives: 11:45 a.m.
Event Time: 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Tower Road near the High School

A full schedule with details of this year’s Holiday Train and Holiday Express train can be found at cpkcr.com/holidaytrain.

49th Annual Genoa-Kingston Christmas Craft Walk
2023-11-30 - 2023-12-03 | Genoa, IL /Kingston, IL, United States
The Genoa-Kingston Christmas Craft Walk is an annual craft show that features handcrafted and homemade items. Shoppers are invited to visit homes, churches, businesses, and other organizations in Genoa and Kingston.
It will be held Thu., Nov. 30, Fri. Dec. 1, and Sat. Dec. 2., with some locations open on Sun. Dec. 3.
Shopping locations with be released about one month before and can be found here: https://gkchristmascraftwalk.com/details/
