Henry County Tourism Bureau

Snowstorm in a Jar Winter Science Experiment
2025-01-08 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Colona
Each kit includes all the supplies you need as well as step-by-step instructions.
Pick up your kits while supplies last.

Colona Public Library
911 1st St, Colona, IL 61241

Storytime at Colona Public Library
2025-01-09 10:30 - 19:00 | Colona
Stop by at 10:30am and 6:30pm
Books read include I See a Yeti and Never Feed a Yeti Spaghetti.

Colona Public Library
911 1st St, Colona, IL 61241

The Lives & Discoveries of Famous Paleontologists
2025-01-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Cambridge
Join Anderson Taylor in a presentation and opening of a new exhibit, The Lives and Discoveries of Famous Paleontologists
This project is supported by a Activate History microgrant from Illinois Humanities.

132 W Center St, Cambridge, IL 61238

Caricature Workshop with Draw Me Bill
2025-01-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Cambridge
Galva Arts Council presents a fun workshop!
Draw Me Bill will host a workshop on caricature drawing for kids & teens ages 9-16.

Walk-ins are accepted, or you may save your spot by RSVPing to galvaarts@gmail.com. Limit of 15 total participants.

This is a free event but donations are always appreciated.

128 Exchange St, Galva, IL 61434

Paper Bag Snowflake Kits
2025-01-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Colona
Make beautiful 3-D snowflakes using paper bags, glue, and scissors.
Pick up your kit while supplies last.

Colona Public Library
911 1st St, Colona, IL 61241

Book Club @ Colona Public Library
2025-01-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Colona
Filled with family ties, both rekindled and new, and sparkling with Christmas magic, Bright Lights, Big Christmas delivers everything Mary Kay Andrews fans adore, all tied up in a hilarious, romantic gem of a novel.

Colona Public Library
911 1st St, Colona, IL 61241

Storytime at Colona Public Library
2025-01-16 10:30 - 19:00 | Colona
Stop by at 10:30am and 6:30pm for Storytime.
Books read include All Right Already and Winter is Here.

Colona Public Library
911 1st St, Colona, IL 61241

Open Mic Poetry Night
2025-01-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Cambridge
Poetry Night—an immersive celebration of the written word, where the beauty of language comes alive. Audience members are encouraged to share original works or read poetry or short passages written by other authors.

This event is open to all ages. There will be free treats, cocoa, and flavored coffees.

Doors open at 6:30. Event begins at 7pm. As always, Galva Arts Council events are free but donations are always appreciated and are used towards offering free public events and activities like this one.

This event is partially funded by the Illinois Arts Council Agency.

128 Exchange St, Galva, IL 61434

Storytime at Colona Public Library
2025-01-23 10:30 - 19:00 | Colona
Stop by at 10:30am and 6:30pm for Storytime.
Books read include Snowman Shuffle and The Most Perfect Snowman.

Colona Public Library
911 1st St, Colona, IL 61241

Children's Storytelling and Puppetry Workshop Series
2025-01-25 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-08 12:00 - 15:00 | Galva
The Galva Arts Council is excited to introduce two new workshops for children ages 7-14 that can be taken individually or together as part of a series that culminates in a performance.

Workshop 1: Storytelling January 25th 1-3 pm. Storyteller and Educator Brian “Fox” Ellis will teach the fundamentals of performance storytelling using adaptations of Native American and European fairy tales.

Workshop 2: Puppet Making February 8th 12-3 pm. Children will create handmade puppets that go along with the storytelling workshop characters.

Rehearsal for the storytelling puppet show will be on February 15th from 1-4, and the children will perform during the Student Showcase Coffeehouse on the evening of February 22nd. The call time is 6 pm and the Student Showcase Coffeehouse is 7-9.

Cost: $8 for one workshop or $12 for the whole series. Please print and send the registration form, along with payment, to P.O. Box 29 Galva, Illinois 61434.

Registration forms will also be distributed at both Galva schools. Galva Elementary and Jr High Students may return the forms and payment to their school offices.

Deadline to register is January 20th, 2025.

128 Exchange St, Galva, IL 61434

Game Night in Bishop Hill
2025-01-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Bishop Hill
Do you have board games, card games, or other games lying around the house that don’t get played as often as you’d like? Are you looking for a fun way to get to know your neighbors during the long winter nights? If you answered yes, come to the Vasa National Archive’s Game Nights this winter.

The Vasa National Archive will be hosting Game Nights on Tuesday evenings from 6-8 pm, weather permitting. The public is welcomed to bring their board games, card games or come by themselves to enjoy the fun. Feel free to bring snacks or drinks to share. Game nights will begin on January 13 and continue through March 31. Game Nights will be held in the archive’s second floor. Lift chairs are available for people with mobility issues.

Vasa National Archive
109 S. Bishop Hill St.
Bishop Hill, IL 61419

Storytime at Colona Public Library
2025-01-30 10:30 - 19:00 | Colona
Stop by at 10:30am and 6:30pm for Storytime.
Books read include The Gingerbread Man and Snowflake in My Pocket.

Colona Public Library
911 1st St, Colona, IL 61241

Galva Freedom Fest Soup and Chili Fundraiser
2025-02-02 16:00 - 18:30 | Galva
Please join to help raise money for Galva Freedom Fest.
They will be serving Freedom Fest Chili, Chicken Noodle and Cheesy Potato Bacon soup for a free will donation.
They will also be drawing for prizes and have 50/50 tickets available.

Galva American Legion
45 Wallace Street
Galva, IL 61434
309-932-3520

Live Music @ Bishop Hill Creative Commons
2025-02-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Bishop Hill
Sean Dagher will be live at the Bishop Hill Creative Commons.

309 N. Bishop Hill St.
Bishop Hill, IL 61419

Creative Art for Adults
2025-02-04 10:00 - 13:00 | Geneseo
Geneseo Public Library
Creative Art for Adults – This is a drop-in program for adults. it is open studio time for artists to work and share projects.

Stack the Candy Hearts
2025-02-05 10:00 - 16:00 | Colona
Colona Public Library
Pick up your kits while supplies last.
Each kit includes all the supplies you need as well as worksheets.

Live Music @ Bishop Hill Creative Commons
2025-02-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Bishop Hill
David Francey (4X JUNO Winner!) live at the Bishop Hill Creative Commons at 7pm.
309 N. Bishop Hill St.
Bishop Hill, IL 61419

Valentine Making Class
2025-02-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Geneseo
Join Miss Sandy in making Valentine’s to send to State Senator Li Arellano, Jr. to be passed out to seniors in nursing homes. Everyone is invited to join.

Geneseo Public Library

Storytime with Mrs.Hannah
2025-02-06 10:30 - 11:00 | Colona
Substitute Groundhog by Pat Miller
Groundhog Day by Anne Maria Pace

Storytime with Mrs.Hannah
2025-02-06 18:30 - 19:00 | Colona
Substitute Groundhog by Pat Miller
Groundhog Day by Anne Marie Pace

Daddy Daughter Dance
2025-02-07 18:00 - 19:30 | Geneseo
Hey Dads, it is time again for the Geneseo Park District’s Annual Daddy Daughter Dance. Your little girl (or girls) will jump at the chance to spend a fun night out with her Dad. The Geneseo Park District invites every father to take their little girls out on a date they will never forget! This magical evening will include dancing, refreshments, games, photo booth and great music.
Register by February 6, 2024
Geneseo Community Center
$20/person
Ages: All

Geneseo Farmer's Market (Winter Market)
2025-02-08 12:00 - 15:00 | Geneseo
Farmer’s Market at the Moose Lodge in Geneseo!
1025 S. State St. Geneseo, IL 61254

Quilt Square Lead Came Class
2025-02-09 13:00 - 15:00 | Bishop Hill
Bishop Hill Creative Commons
309 N Bishop Hill St.
Bishop Hill, IL 61419

Students will learn the classis skill of using lead came to build a stained glass panel. Finished piece is 8″ square. Four designs to choose from.
Class is 3 sessions, approximately 2-2.5 hours each week.
Students will purchase their choices of glass, lead came, and solder. Tools, equipment, and moral support supplied.
Fee is $75. Class size limited to 5 students. Please email browntracy61@gmail.com to register & for payment info.

Live Music @ Bishop Hill Creative Commons
2025-02-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Bishop Hill
Duke Oursler live at the Bishop Hill Creative Commons at 7pm.

309 N. Bishop Hill St.
Bishop Hill, IL 61419

Make Your Own Felt Keyring Kit
2025-02-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Colona
Each kit includes the acrylic felt shapes, thread, stuffing, needle and ribbon as well as step-by-step instructions.
Pick up your kits while supplies last.

Colona Public Library
911 1st St, Colona, IL 61241

Stained Glass Class
2025-02-11 18:00 - 20:30 | Bishop Hill
Students will take home a finished copper foil technique suncatcher at the end of the third week.

Instruction, tools, and moral support provided. Students purchase minimal materials.

Fee $75/class. Class size limited to 5 students. Please email browntracy61@gmail.com to register & for payment info.

309 N. Bishop Hill St.
Bishop Hill, IL 61419

Leslie Goddard Portrays Lilly Pulitzer
2025-02-12 14:00 - 15:00 | Geneseo
Geneseo Public Library
In this historical portrayal, historian and actress Leslie Goddard, PhD, brings to life the entrepreneur and fashion designer who launched a design revolution.
