The series kicks off Thursday and Friday in Galesburg, with Knox College hosting national artists at Smokin’ Willies BBQ, 161 N. Cherry St. Each event opens with a 6 p.m. workshop, followed by an evening performance with the Cherry St. Combo.

Thursday, Oct. 2
Jazz with Jake Hawrylak, ’13

Conversation at 6 p.m. followed by a performance with the Cherry St. Combo from 7 to 10 p.m. at Smokin’ Willies BBQ, 161 N. Cherry St.

Friday, Oct. 3 Knox Rocks Residency Concert: Maiden King

7 p.m. at Smokin’ Willies BBQ, 161 N. Cherry St.