Uptown: A Celebration of Motown & Soul
A high-energy stage show blending classic Motown with modern hits comes to the Orpheum Theatre on Friday night.
Time: 7:30 p.m. Friday
Location: Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg St., Galesburg
Cost: $35.16–$45.56 (includes fees)
Glow in the Dark Outdoor Egg Hunt
Families can explore a wooded path collecting glow eggs and enjoy a nature-themed program at Lakeside Nature Center.
Time: 7–8:30 p.m. Friday
Location: Lakeside Nature Center, 1033 S. Lake Storey Road, Galesburg
Cost: $8 (short path); $16 (long path)
Wild Kratts — Shadow Puppet Animals
Create an animal shadow puppet inspired by the PBS series.
Time: 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Location: Discovery Depot, 128 S. Chambers St.
Cost: Free with admission
The science of spring
Hands-on activities exploring seasonal changes for grades K–6; children younger than 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Time: 3–4 p.m.
Location: Galesburg Public Library, 264 W. Main St.
Cost: Free
Galesburg Christian School fundraising event
Dinner and auction featuring games, hors d’oeuvres, and live and silent auctions.
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: The Vault at Reserve Artisan Ales, 320 E. Tompkins St.
Cost: $50 per person; $350 per table of eight
Indoor pickleball
Drop-in play for all skill levels.
Time: 8–10:30 a.m. Saturday
Location: Lakeside Recreation Facility, 1033 S. Lake Storey Road
Cost: $5
The First Five: A 0–5 self-regulation event
Interactive activities focused on early childhood development. Event by Regional Office of Education #33
Time: 10 a.m.–noon
Location: 932 Harrison St.
Cost: Free
Beginner yoga class
Introductory class focused on accessible movements and foundational techniques.
Time: 9–10 a.m. Saturday; 10–11 a.m. Sunday
Location: The Movement Journeyman, 109 Cherry St.
Cost: Donation-based
WiBit swim
Family swim featuring inflatable water obstacles; children age 8 and younger must be within arm’s reach of an adult unless they pass a swim test.
Time: 1–4 p.m.
Location: Hawthorne Pool, 2331 Veterans Drive
Cost: $7
Friends of the library book donation drop-off
Accepting gently used books, DVDs and CDs for an upcoming sale.
Time: Noon–4 p.m.
Location: Galesburg Public Library, 264 W. Main St.
Cost: Free
CRITZ! Community art critique
Group critique session open to all experience levels.
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: Galesburg Community Arts Center, 349 E. Main St.
Cost: $5; free with student ID
Lampwork bead earrings workshop
Hands-on class creating earrings with handcrafted beads; materials provided.
Time: 10 a.m.–noon
Location: Galesburg Community Arts Center, 349 E. Main St.
Cost: $40
“Cars” — 20th anniversary film series
Screenings of the animated film as part of a special series.
Time: 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Location: Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg St.
Cost: $5
’80s trivia night
Trivia, food, drinks, bake sale and live auction.
Time: Doors open 6 p.m.; trivia begins at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Knights of Columbus Hall, 1556 E. Fremont St.
Cost: $100 per table of 10
