Illinois Transportation Meet and Greet w/ new Region 2 Engineer Trisha Thompson
2024-09-30 08:00 - 09:30 (America/Chicago) | Dekalb County Community Outreach Building, 2500 N. Annie Glidden Rd, Dekalb, IL, 60115, United States
Join us for this opportunity to speak with new IDOT Region 2 Regional Engineer Trisha Thompson and your
local legislators about upcoming IDOT projects in the region and to discuss transportation issues important to our communities.

Please RSVP by emailing Rep. Keicher’s office at keicher@ilhousegop.org or calling (815) 748-3494.

Savanna Historical Society -Wild Wild West Gala
2024-10-04 17:30 - 20:30 | Savanna Museum and Cultural Center, 406 Main St, Savanna, IL, 61074, United States
The 2024 Gala promises to put plenty of fun into fundraising!
Entertainment, Games, Heavy Appetizers, Libations, Desserts, and an Auction. Tickets are $65 and can be purchased by calling 815-238-8557 or emailing dennisbowman@gmail.com

Autumn on Parade
2024-10-05 08:00 - 2024-10-06 17:00 | 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 on October 6th and the Auto Classic!
Visit the Autumn on Parade website for a list of events and times.
https://www.autumnonparade.com/

Free Shred Event
2024-10-05 09:00 - 12:00 | Highland Community College – Lot B, 2998 W Pearl City Rd, Freeport, IL, 61032, United States
Acceptable Shredding items: Paper, paper clips or staples, forms, manila file folders, envelopes (with or without window), large clasp envelopes, non-plastic pocket folders, expandable file folders, and documents that are bound must be separated before shredding.
Non-acceptable shredding items: Magazines, books, heavy cardboard, metal or plastic spiral binding, large metal binder clips, 3-ring binders, electronics like CDs, DVDs, diskettes, floppy disks, computer backups, and hard drives.

Harvest Festival - Genoa
2024-10-05 09:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Genoa, IL, W. Main St, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
Join the City of Genoa for its 3rd annual Harvest Festival on October 5, 2024! This event takes place in downtown Genoa from 9 AM to 3 PM and provides family fun while showcasing community organizations and local businesses. There are many activities planned including:

Food trucks
Open Door Fall Makers’ Market
Pie eating contest
Petting zoo
Small carnival rides
Touch a truck
Crafts and kids’ activities
Local business and organization booths

Olde English Faire
2024-10-05 09:00 - 2024-10-06 17:00 | Stronghold Castle & Retreat Center, 1922 Illinois 2 #N, Oregon, IL, 61061, United States
Come join the festivities where you can go back in time to renaissance times. See all the magical experience’s there is to offer, tour the Stronghold Castle, which is almost 100 years old, join in the fun, shop our vendor lane, enjoy a nice cold adult beverage, hot cocoa, cider, great food from our food trucks & food vendors and so much more right here on the Rock River

Galena Oktoberfest
2024-10-05 12:00 - 22:00 | Depot Park, Galena, IL, 91 Bouthillier St, Galena, IL, 61036, United States
The 17th Annual event will begin at noon with a cannon blast, tapping of the keg, and polka music. There’s something for everyone at Galena Oktoberfest! Some of the main attractions include wiener dog races, polka music and dancing lessons, live entertainment, contests and more.

Timber Lake Playhouse's Oktoberfest
2024-10-06 12:00 - 18:00 | Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Rd, Mt. Carroll, IL, 61053, United States
Prepare for a day of festive revelry at Timber Lake Playhouse’s Oktoberfest event. Families are invited to partake in an array of activities including a diverse selection of food options such as hamburgers, cheeseburgers, and hot dogs. Additionally, rustic experiences like hay rides and barrel rides will be available, along with entertainment for children including a bouncy house, face painting, and pumpkin decorating. For those seeking a bit of friendly competition, yard games will be set up.

Galena Country Fair
2024-10-12 10:00 - 2024-10-13 16:00 | Grant Park, 9372 Ulysses S Grant Memorial Hwy, Galena, IL, 61036, United States
More than 100 hand-selected art, craft + fine art vendors selling high-quality, original, handmade items. Home decor, seasonal, clothing, toys, jewelry, photography, gifts + more!

Saturday 10-5
Sunday 10-4

Polo Libraries 3rd Annual Fall Festival
2024-10-12 11:00 - 13:00 | Polo Library District, 302 W Mason, Polo, IL, 61064, United States
Stop by with the whole family and enjoy:
Pumpkin Derby (limited to 25 racers)Face PaintingHair tinsel~by Lillian Noah SalonPetting Zoo~by Windsweep FarmOgle County 4-H
and much more !!!

Oktberfest featuring Brewfest
2024-10-12 12:00 - 18:00 | Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Rd, Mt. Carroll, IL, 61053, United States
Prepare for a day of festive revelry at Timberlake Playhouse’s Ocktoberfest event. Families are invited to partake in an array of activities including a diverse selection of food options. Additionally, rustic experiences like hay and barrel rides will be available, along with entertainment for children including a bouncy house, face painting, and pumpkin decorating. For those seeking a bit of friendly competition, yard games will be set up. The highlight of the event will be the Craft Beer Tasting, featuring a wide variety of offerings from esteemed breweries.

Savanna Fire Department Annual Fish Fry
2024-10-12 16:00 - 19:00 | Savanna Fire Department, 101 W Main St, Savanna, IL

Polo Fire Department Hog Roast
2024-10-12 16:00 - 20:00 | Polo Fire Department, 206 S Franklin, Polo, IL, 61064, United States

YMCA Frightfully Fun Night
2024-10-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Freeport – YMCA, 2998 W. Pearl City Rd, Freeport, IL, 61032, United States
It’s time for the YMCA Annual Frightfully Fun Night. There will be a Glow stick dance party, scavenger hunt, games, tables and treats, an imagination station, fun zone available, and more.

This event is Free and open to the PUBLIC!

West Carroll High School Blood Drive
2024-10-18 08:30 - 14:30 | West Carroll High School, Savanna, IL, United States

Artist Reception - Oregon
2024-10-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Colliseum Museum of Art, Antiques & Americana, 124 N 4th St., Oregon, IL, 61061, United States
Featuring music by Cheryl & the Down Home BoysCheryl & the Boys will return to the Coliseum Museum to perform a mix of roots music: Old Time County, Rockabilly, Folk, Standards, & more!

Run Stephenson County Half Marathon
2024-10-19 08:00 - 13:00 | Jane Addams Trail, Orangeville, IL, 61060, United States
The eagerly anticipated half-marathon event, the Run Stephenson County Half Marathon – formerly known as the Pint to Pint – returns!

Newly added to this year race……Get ready for an ALL-NEW COURSE! The half marathon will start and end at the Jane Addams Trailhead in Orangeville, IL. This course promises to be a thrilling challenge for all participants. There will also be a a flat and fast 5k and 10k! course as well.

Not up for running? Join the bicycle fun ride!

All runners and cyclists at every distance will receive a high-quality tech shirt. All half-marathon finishers will receive a finisher medal, and the top finishers will receive trophies. The 5k and 10k events will provide overall and age group awards.

This event serves as a significant fundraiser for the YMCA. Proceeds gathered annually play a vital role in enabling children, families, seniors, neighbors, and others to access YMCA programs and memberships at discounted rates. enabling us to continue our mission of community support.

Byron Chili Fest
2024-10-19 11:00 - 17:00 | Byron, IL, Byron, IL, 61010, United States

Fall Crawl - Genoa
2024-10-19 14:30 - 20:00 | Downtown Genoa, IL, W. Main St, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States

Timberlake Playhouse - Trick or Treat Trail
2024-10-19 17:00 - 18:30 | Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Rd, Mt. Carroll, IL, 61053, United States
Get ready for a spooktacular adventure at Timberlake Playhouse’s Trick or Treat Trail! Enjoy an enchanting journey through the festive trail, where children of all ages can dress up in their favorite costumes and collect delicious treats along the way. The trail will be adorned with delightful decorations and filled with surprises around every corner. Conclude the trail with a viewing of the classic Disney movie Halloweentown!
Tickets – $5 youth $10 adult

Medicare 101 - Freeport
2024-10-24 11:00 - 12:30 | Highland Community College – Room -H-210, 2998 W. Pearl City Rd, 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.

Medicare 101 - Genoa
2024-10-25 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

FallFest 2024 - Oregon
2024-10-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Riverstone Christian Church, 609 S. 10th St, Oregon, IL, 61061, United States
It’s that time again! FallFest 2024 is here! Bring the whole family out for a night of fall fun! The fun includes carnival games, candy and prizes for the kids, and a chili cook-off for the whole family!
Make sure to come hungry, there will be hotdogs and chili !!!

If you would like to compete in the chili cook-off, please register no later than Oct. 18th at https://tinyurl.com/RiverStoneFallFest

Don’t forget, best of all, everything is FREE! So bring your friends and family

Pumpkin Fest
2024-10-26 08:00 - 14:00 | Mt. Carroll Farmers Market, E. Market St and N. Main St, Mt. Carroll, IL, 61053, United States
Stop by the Mt. Carroll Farmers Market for a FREE FAMILY FUN event!! This event will close out the farmers market season.

Household Hazardous Waste Collection
2024-10-26 08:00 - 15:00 | Sauk Valley Community College, 173 IL Rt 2, Dixon, IL, United States
Registration for this event is MANDATORY – Please scan the QR code or go to http://repmccombie.com
or http://repfritts.com to register.

44th Annual Galena Area Chamber of Commerce Halloween Parade
2024-10-26 18:30 - 20:30 | Downtown Galena, 111 W Main St, Galena, IL, 61036, United States
The 44th Annual Galena Area Chamber of Commerce Halloween Parade will be held on Saturday, October 26th on Main Street in downtown Galena, Illinois at 6:30 PM.
Shuttle service for the Galena Area Chamber of Commerce will be at a cost of $5.00 per person for all ages older than 6 years old. The shuttle will leave the Walmart Parking Lot beginning at 4:30 PM until 5:45 PM then return after the Parade with the last shuttle leaving downtown Galena at 9:30 PM.
Handicapped parking will be available by calling City Hall at 815-777-1050 to reserve your spot.

Want to have a float in the parade?

REGISTER HERE: https://galenachamber.com/events/2024galenahalloweenparade/
All entrees must be in no later than October 15, 2024.
or send the 2024 Halloween Parade Registration Form to Galena Area Chamber of Commerce, PO BOX 204, Galena, Il 61036 or you can email it to Director@galenachamber.com.

If you have any questions please call the Chamber office at 877-434-5114 or email Director@galenachamber.com.

Halloween 🦇 Spooktacular - Orangeville
2024-10-31 17:00 - 20:00 | Mighty Richland Players Dessert Theater, 203 W High Street, Orangeville, IL, 61060, United States

Mt. Carroll Community Halloween Celebration
2024-10-31 17:15 - 20:00 | William J Davis Community Center, 631 S. East St, Mt. Carroll, IL, 61053, United States
New this year, the parade will be indoors at the Davis Center around the walking track in the gymnasium. Line up at 5:15pm and the parade will begin at 5:30pm. Show off those costumes and enjoy the parade without a coat this year!

The FREE Kids Meal, sponsored by Shaw’s Marketplace, will be held in the event room at the DCC immediately following the parade until 6pm. Children will be provided a hot dog, chips and a drink.

Stephenson County Farm Bureau Open House
2024-11-01 09:00 - 2024-11-02 12:00 | Stephenson County Farm Bureau, 210 W Spring St., Freeport, IL, 61032, United States

Pumpkin Smash - Byron
2024-11-01 16:00 - 18:00 | Byron Fire Department, 123 N Franklin St, Byron, IL, 61010, United States
Join the Byron Park District and the Byron Fire Department for a smashing good time!
Bring your pumpkins to the Byron Fire Station, throw them off the tower and try to hit the bullseye.

Various treats and apple cider will be served.
