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Richmond Hill Players Present: Collected Stories
2026-10-01 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-10-02 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-10-03 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-10-04 15:00 - 16:30, 2026-10-08 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Geneseo
The Richmond Hill Players Present: Collected Stories. A drama by Donald Marguiles.
August 20-23 & 27-30

Based on the real-life conflict between poet Stephen Spender and novelist David Leavitt, Collected Stories examines the emotional and legal question of an author‘s right to create art based on another person‘s life story. In the play, grad student Lisa thrilled to be under the tutelage of her literary idol, Ruth Steiner. Over the years, Lisa becomes Ruth’s personal assistant and gradually her friend, as Ruth helps her hone her writing abilities. But as Lisa’s career begins to flourish and Ruth’s begins to fade, can the tenuous relationship between mentor and mentee survive ambition, rivalry, and eventual betrayal? Lisa wants to write a book about Ruth‘s life and particularly an affair with another notable figure – the book Ruth never wrote herself. Collected Stories explores the complicated relationship between two independent women as they struggle to define what, if anything, is off-limits in art.
“With his fine ear for detail, Margulies creates an authentic, insular world, and he gives equal weight to the opposing viewpoints of two formidable characters.” – Los Angeles Times
“This is probably Margulies’ best play to date.“ – New York Post
“As usual, Margulies holds the rich ore of his material up to the light so that it sends beams in every direction… always fluid and lively, the play is thick with ideas, like a stockpot of good stew.” – Village Voice

Geneseo's State Street Market
2026-10-03 10:00 - 16:00 | Geneseo
State Street Market Geneseo, a beloved Midwest autumn tradition, returns to the beautiful State Street in Downtown Geneseo, Illinois, for one day only! State Streets Market been your destination for amazing style, unbeatable savings, and guaranteed smiles!
Don’t miss out on the FREE open-air market happening from 10 am to 4 pm. Discover a fantastic selection of curated handmade and vintage vendors, enjoy live music, snap some fun photos, savor delicious food, and explore the wonderful shops and restaurants that Geneseo has to offer.

Richmond Hill Players Present: Collected Stories
2026-10-09 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-10-10 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-10-11 15:00 - 16:30 | Geneseo
The Richmond Hill Players Present: Collected Stories. A drama by Donald Marguiles.
October 1-4 & 8-11
Based on the real-life conflict between poet Stephen Spender and novelist David Leavitt, Collected Stories examines the emotional and legal question of an author‘s right to create art based on another person‘s life story. In the play, grad student Lisa thrilled to be under the tutelage of her literary idol, Ruth Steiner. Over the years, Lisa becomes Ruth’s personal assistant and gradually her friend, as Ruth helps her hone her writing abilities. But as Lisa’s career begins to flourish and Ruth’s begins to fade, can the tenuous relationship between mentor and mentee survive ambition, rivalry, and eventual betrayal? Lisa wants to write a book about Ruth‘s life and particularly an affair with another notable figure – the book Ruth never wrote herself. Collected Stories explores the complicated relationship between two independent women as they struggle to define what, if anything, is off-limits in art.
“With his fine ear for detail, Margulies creates an authentic, insular world, and he gives equal weight to the opposing viewpoints of two formidable characters.” – Los Angeles Times
“This is probably Margulies’ best play to date.“ – New York Post
“As usual, Margulies holds the rich ore of his material up to the light so that it sends beams in every direction… always fluid and lively, the play is thick with ideas, like a stockpot of good stew.” – Village Voice

Galva Craft Show
2026-10-18 09:00 - 14:00 | Galva
The Galva Craft Show is organized by the Beta Sigma Phi sororities. The event is held every 3rd Saturday in October at Galva High School.

Geneseo's Scarecrow Row
2026-10-31 10:00 - 16:00 | Geneseo
Scarecrow Row is Geneseo’s favorite Halloween tradition and returns to the Geneseo City Park from 10a-4p!
As a part of Geneseo’s Scarecrow Row, children are invited to trick or treat at the Geneseo City Park among the Scarecrows from 10a-12p.

Richmond Hill Players Present: An Old-Fashioned Family Murder
2026-11-12 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-11-13 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-11-14 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-11-15 15:00 - 16:30, 2026-11-19 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-11-20 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-11-21 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-11-22 15:00 - 16:30 | Geneseo
The Richmond Hill Players Present: An Old-Fashioned Family Murder. A comedy by Joe DePietro.
November 12-15 & 19-22
A murder. A mystery. A mother. It’s a dark and stormy night at the mansion of elderly Colonel Claythorne, and the pompous murder-mystery author Arthur Whittington is holding court with the Colonel’s family: his eldest daughter, Clarice, who is cold and glamorous; Clarice’s attractive fiancé, Jasper; Claythorne’s youngest daughter, Dotty, who is a big fan of Whittington’s; and Mrs. Shirley Peck, an unassuming but keenly observant visiting widow. When Whittington shares the news that the Colonel has modified his will to cut out one of his daughters – though which daughter won’t be revealed until the Colonel’s death – tempers flare. By the time Mrs. Peck’s son, (junior) Detective Paul Peck arrives at the house, there’s been a murder, and everyone is a suspect. With backstabbing, love and Mrs. Peck’s mother-knows-best advice complicating the investigation, it soon becomes clear that nothing – and no one – is what it seems in this spoof of classic murder mysteries of the 1940’s.
“Double Tony-winning playwright Joe DiPietro has cleverly developed a recipe for an uproarious new farce. DiPietro pours every possible Film Noir detective cliché into a mixing bowl… The result is delicious. Voila!… [the play] is a hit.” – BroadwayWorld
“[DiPietro]’s wit, warmth, and clever storytelling are on full display.” – George Street Playhouse

Geneseo's Christmas Open House
2026-11-13 16:00 - 19:00 | Geneseo
Christmas Begins Here.

Kickoff the holiday season in Geneseo! A great lineup of holiday warm-up events are planned for the Geneseo Christmas Open House, featuring the Shop Geneseo! promotion kickoff, Candlelight Shopping, and much more!

Come get a sneak peak of this year’s best gifts and Geneseo’s spectacular holiday decorations around town! Make plans to join us during this wonderful holiday showcase!

Trivia Night for Galva's Freedom Fest
2026-11-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Galva
Join for a night of fun at Midland Golf Club in Kewanee for Galva Freedom Fest Trivia Night.

Galva's Ol'Fashioned Christmas
2026-11-28 | Galva
Celebrate the season with Galva’s Ol’Fashioned Christmas Festival. Check out their Facebook page for details, activities and time.

Atkinson Christmas Festival
2026-12-05 17:00 - 20:00 | Atkinson
Join in on the fun in Atkinson for their annual Christmas Festival!

Geneseo Christmas Walk
2026-12-12 08:00 - 20:00 | Geneseo
The 2026 Geneseo Christmas Walk will be Saturday December 12, 2026 from 8a-8p in Downtown Geneseo, Illinois.
Check out the Geneseo Chamber of Commerce’s website or Facebook page for more details!
