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Event Series Twin City Farmers Market

Twin City Farmers Market

Twin City Farmers Market 106 Ave A, Sterling

Indoor market is open every Saturday The Twin City Farmers Market is Northwest Illinois’ only year-round indoor Farmer’s Market, open every Saturday morning from 8:00 a.m. until noon. It features 25+ vendors. Located in the historic Twin City Produce building at 106 Avenue A in downtown Sterling, the Market features a wide variety of vendors: […]

Event Series Heavy Metal Sculpture Exhibition

Absolutely Abstract AND Heavy Metal Sculpture Exhibitions

The Next Picture Show Community Fine Art Center 113 W 1st St, Dixon

TNPS has dual art exhibitions from Oct. 24 through Nov. 19! The opening reception on Nov. 1 celebrates both shows and artists. Absolutely Abstract is back! Absolutely Abstract runs from October 24 through November 30 (the same time as our Heavy Metal exhibition). This exhibition, presented at The Next Picture Show, will showcase dynamic, out-of-the-box […]

Event Series Savanna Festival of Trees 2024

Savanna Festival of Trees 2024

Savanna Museum & Cultural Center 406 Main St, Savanna

The Festival of Trees kicks off on Friday, November 29, from 5 to 8 p.m., during the Savanna Christmas Walk. Be awed by 50 beautifully decorated trees on display on the large first floor at Savanna Museum & Cultural Center, 406 Main, Savanna. Trees are submitted by individuals, civic organizations, florists, and other Main Street […]

38th Annual Oregon Candlelight Walk

Downtown Oregon, IL 115 N 3rd St, Oregon

NOV. 30 Oregon's 38th annual Candlelight Walk takes place on Saturday, November 30, from 3-8 p.m. What began thirty-eight years ago as a collaborative effort by merchants in Oregon’s Conover Square Mall has grown into one of Illinois's most beloved small-town holiday events. This cherished celebration now extends throughout the entire community, bringing together residents […]

FREE

Holiday Light Display at Centennial Park

Centennial Park 568 E 11th St, Rock Falls

The 5th Annual Holiday Light Display at Centennial Park in Rock Falls is a must-see event this holiday season. Visitors can drive through the park to enjoy over 20 festive displays created by local businesses, schools, churches, and organizations, all dedicated to spreading holiday cheer. The display will be open from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 […]

Free

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