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Current Events:

June 11, 2013 Community Relations Commission (06:00 PM - 07:00 PM)
Event details:
June 11, 2013
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
City Hall
55. W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61448

309/345-3628

This is a regular meeting of the Community Relations Commission and is open to the public.
 
June 12, 2013 D.A.R.E. Day (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) (11:00 AM - 03:00 PM)
Event details:
June 12, 2013
11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Lakeside Water Park
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Come to Lakeside Splashzone Water Park from 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. and see where to go for a safe place to have fun this summer. D.A.R.E. graduates will receive free admission when they present their D.A.R.E. graduate card.
 
June 13, 2013 Overall Code Review Commission (05:30 PM - 06:30 PM)
Event details:
June 13, 2013
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
City Hall
55 W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309-345-3619

This is a regular meeting of the Overall Code Review Commission has been canceled.
 
June 13, 2013 Public Transportation Advisory Commission (02:30 PM - 03:30 PM)
Event details:
June 13, 2013
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
City Hall
55 W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309-345-3619

This is a regular meeting of the Public Transportation Advisory Commission and is open to the public but has been canceled.
 
June 13, 2013 Youth Commission Special Meeting (04:30 PM - 05:30 PM)
Event details:
June 13, 2013
04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Central Congregational Church
60 Public Square
Galesburg,IL
61401

309-345-3614

This is a special meeting of the Galesburg Youth Commission and is open to the public.
 
June 14, 2013 Making Messes (09:30 AM - 11:00 AM)
Event details:
June 14, 2013
09:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Lakeside Water Park
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Get ready to get messy. Youth, ages 6-8, will express themselves with messy finger paint creation. Explore using shaving cream, pudding and traditional finger paint. Participants should wear old clothes or bring an apron because we are making a mess. Youth will then enjoy a supervised swim in the zero depth pool, before it is open to the public. This program will meet at the Lakeside Splashzone Activity Room from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Must pre-register by Friday, June 7, 2013.
 
June 15, 2013 Animal Make Up Workshop (Saturday) (02:00 PM - 05:00 PM)
Event details:
June 15, 2013
02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Galesburg Nature Center
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Youth will have fun getting an inside look at creating an animal make up design for the stage. Usually stage makeup workshops are geared toward older kids and teens. This introductory level group is available for youth, ages 10 and up. All participants will have the opportunity to assist in creating an animal face while having fun transforming into another creation.
 
June 15, 2013 Yoga in the Park 2013 (09:00 AM - 10:00 AM)
Event details:
June 15, 2013
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Lake Storey Park
1572 Machen Drive
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Back ~ by popular demand! Exercise with yoga, at Lake Storey Park, this summer. Enthusiastic instructors will meet on Saturday mornings, from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m., free of charge, thanks to their generous volunteer efforts.
 
June 16, 2013 Dad’s Day at Lakeside Splashzone (01:00 PM - 07:00 PM)
Event details:
June 16, 2013
01:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Lakeside Water Park
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Join the Splashzone staff for a special Father’s Day at the pool. There will be a father / child look-a-like contest at 2:00 p.m. Fee: $5.00 admission per person (Dad’s are admitted free when accompanied by their child.)
 
June 17, 2013 City Council Meeting 06/17/2013 (06:30 PM - 10:30 PM)
Event details:
June 17, 2013
06:30 PM - 10:30 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3628

This is a regular meeting of the Galesburg City Council and is open to the public. Watch the meeting live on the City website's streaming video link or on Comcast channel 7.
 
June 17, 2013 Board of Fire and Police Commission (10:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
Event details:
June 17, 2013
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Public Safety Building
150 South Broad Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3729

This is a regular meeting of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners and is open to the public.
 
June 18, 2013 Planning and Zoning Commission (07:00 PM - 08:00 PM)
Event details:
June 18, 2013
07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
City Hall
55 W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309-345-3619

This is a regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission and is open to the public
 
June 18, 2013 World’s Largest Swimming Lesson (Tuesday) (10:00 AM - 10:45 AM)
Event details:
June 18, 2013
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Hawthorne Municipal Pool
2331 Veterans Drive
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

*This is a cooperative effort with Creative Childhood Center to raise water safety awareness. Thank you to everyone that participated in WLSL in 2012 to help break a Guinness World Record ™. It was such a success that we want to continue to spread the word that “Swimming Lessons Save Lives!”, from 10:00-10:45 a.m.
 
June 18, 2013 Facade Advisory Committee (09:30 AM - 10:30 AM)
Event details:
June 18, 2013
09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
City Hall
55 W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309-345-3619

This is a regular meeting of the Facade Advisory Committee and is open to the public
 
June 19, 2013 Animal Control Working Group 06/19/2013 (05:30 PM - 09:30 PM)
Event details:
June 19, 2013
snarling_dog
05:30 PM - 09:30 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3628

This is a regular meeting of the Animal Control Working Group. The public is welcome to attend.
 
June 20, 2013 Emergency Telephone Systems Board (09:00 AM - 10:00 AM)
Event details:
June 20, 2013
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Public Safety Building
150 South Broad Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3729

This is a regular meeting of the Emergency Telephone Systems Board (E.T.S. B.) and is open to the public.
 
June 20, 2013 Business District Development & Redevelopment Commission (08:30 AM - 09:30 AM)
Event details:
June 20, 2013
08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
City Hall
55 W. Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3680

This is a regular meeting of the Business District Development & Redevelopment Commission and is open to the public.
 
June 20, 2013 Facade Advisory Committee, June 20, 2013 (03:00 PM - 03:30 PM)
Event details:
June 20, 2013
03:00 PM - 03:30 PM
This is a Special meeting of the Facade Advisory Committee to be held at 3:00 pm in the Community Development Department Conference Room of City Hall.
 
June 22, 2013 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event (08:00 AM - 03:00 PM)
Event details:
June 22, 2013
skull
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Galesburg High School
1135 West Fremont Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3614

A free household hazardous waste event will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at the Galesburg High School Parking lot from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine. The event is sponsored by the city of Galesburg and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) and is open to anyone residing in Illinois.
 
June 24, 2013 City Council Budget Work Session 06/24/2013 (05:30 PM - 09:30 PM)
Event details:
June 24, 2013
budget_process_icon
05:30 PM - 09:30 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3628

This is a Galesburg City Council Work Session and is open to the public. Watch the meeting live on the City website's streaming video link or on Comcast channel 7.
 
June 24, 2013 Golf Commission Meeting for June 24, 2013 (04:00 PM - 05:00 PM)
Event details:
June 24, 2013
04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3623

This is a regular meeting of the Golf Commission and is open to the public. The meeting will be held in the Erickson Conference Room located on the main floor of City Hall.
 

Looking Forward:

June 26, 2013 Annual Country Kickin’ Swim (01:00 PM - 04:00 PM)
Event details:
June 26, 2013
01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Lakeside Water Park
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Back by popular demand is Country Kickin’ Day from 1:00-4:00 p.m. There will country music and games throughout the afternoon at Lakeside Splashzone. Swimmers will enjoy chances to win prizes from FM95 Country. Fee: $5.00 admission per person
 
June 29, 2013 Fused Glass Pendant Class (Summer) (10:00 AM - 03:00 PM)
Event details:
June 29, 2013
10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Galesburg Nature Center
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

This course will introduce flat glass and kiln forming while creating 3 beautiful and unique fused glass pendants. Please refer to the description from the April 13, 2013 class. These will be different pendants.
 
June 29, 2013 LAKESIDE SUMMER SWIM TEAM (05:00 PM - 07:30 PM)
Event details:
June 29, 2013
05:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Lakeside Water Park
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Join the fun. A Lakeside Splashzone Water Park swim pass is included in the fee. Develop competitive stroke techniques in this fun, yet challenging swim team environment. Swimmers, 5-17 years of age, will learn life long skills such as respect for one another and the water.
 
June 29, 2013 Fused Glass Pendant Class (Spring II) (10:00 AM - 03:00 PM)
Event details:
June 29, 2013
10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Galesburg Nature Center
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

This course will introduce flat glass and kiln forming while creating 3 beautiful and unique fused glass pendants. Please refer to the description from the April 13, 2013 class. These will be different pendants.
 
July 01, 2013 City Council Meeting 07/01/2013 (06:30 PM - 10:30 PM)
Event details:
July 01, 2013
06:30 PM - 10:30 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3628

This is a regular meeting of the Galesburg City Council and is open to the public.
 
July 01, 2013 Water Workouts - Summer 2013 Session II (06:00 AM - 08:00 PM)
Event details:
July 01, 2013
06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Hawthorne Municipal Pool
2331 Veterans Drive
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Did you know that just being in the water causes you to exercise since there is resistance with every move? Water resistance is similar to exercising with weights or machines on land, but safer.
 
July 02, 2013 Facade Advisory Committee (09:30 AM - 10:30 AM)
Event details:
July 02, 2013
09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
City Hall
55 W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309-345-3619

This is a regular meeting of the Facade Advisory Committee and is open to the public
 
July 02, 2013 Landmark Commission (07:00 PM - 08:00 PM)
Event details:
July 02, 2013
07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
City Hall
55 W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309-345-3619

This is a regular meeting of the Landmark Commission and is open to the public
 
July 02, 2013 2013 Summer Learn to Swim -- Session II (05:00 PM - 06:30 PM)
Event details:
July 02, 2013
05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Hawthorne Municipal Pool
2331 Veterans Drive
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Swim instruction is organized to teach participants how to swim skillfully and safely. Swimming and water safety skills will be taught to swimmers of all ages and abilities in a positive aquatic environment. The program will begin developing positive attitudes, swimming skills and safe practices in, on and around the water.
 
July 04, 2013 City Holiday (08:00 AM - 05:00 PM)
Event details:
July 04, 2013
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
City Holiday
 
July 08, 2013 Tree Commission Meeting for July 8, 2013 (04:00 PM - 05:00 PM)
Event details:
July 08, 2013
04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3623

This is a regular meeting of the Tree Commission and is open to the public. The meeting will be held in the Public Works Conference Room located on the second floor of City Hall.
 
July 08, 2013 Liquor Advisory Commission (04:30 PM - 05:30 PM)
Event details:
July 08, 2013
04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

This is a regular meeting of the Liquor Advisory Commission and is open to the public. The agenda will be posted at least two days before the meeting and viewable by clicking on Agendas and Minutes link on the homepage or under Our Government tab.
 
July 09, 2013 Community Relations Commission (06:00 PM - 07:00 PM)
Event details:
July 09, 2013
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
City Hall
55. W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61448

309/345-3628

This is a regular meeting of the Community Relations Commission and is open to the public.
 
July 09, 2013 Nature of Drawing (Tuesday / Wednesday) (09:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Event details:
July 09, 2013
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Galesburg Nature Center
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

The sky is the limit when drawing. Let nature inspire you in this introductory montage style, from elements of nature, art program. Learn and improve drawing techniques, using a charcoal and chalk as tools. Unleash your artistic creativity this summer, using objects from nature as your landscape.
 
July 09, 2013 Nature of Drawing (Tuesday / Wednesday) (Summer) (09:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Event details:
July 09, 2013
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Galesburg Nature Center
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

The sky is the limit when drawing. Let nature inspire you in this introductory montage style, from elements of nature, art program. Learn and improve drawing techniques, using a charcoal and chalk as tools. Unleash your artistic creativity this summer, using objects from nature as your landscape.
 
July 11, 2013 Public Transportation Advisory Commission (02:30 PM - 03:30 PM)
Event details:
July 11, 2013
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
City Hall
55 W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309-345-3619

This is a regular meeting of the Public Transportation Advisory Commission and is open to the public
 
July 11, 2013 Overall Code Review Commission (05:30 PM - 06:30 PM)
Event details:
July 11, 2013
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
City Hall
55 W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309-345-3619

This is a regular meeting of the Overall Code Review Commission and is open to the public
 
July 11, 2013 Family Night Swim and Slide (92.7FM The LASER) (05:30 PM - 07:30 PM)
Event details:
July 11, 2013
05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Lakeside Water Park
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Cool off at the Lakeside Splashzone Water Park with a dip in the zero depth or 5-foot pool, ride the slide, or splash in the water geysers. Enjoy quality family time in the pool for a great value from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Children can not be dropped off. Fee: $10.00 for the entire family
 
July 11, 2013 Girl’s 18 U Class B – Illinois ASA State Tournament (08:00 AM - 09:00 PM)
Event details:
July 11, 2013
08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Lake Storey Park
1572 Machen Drive
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

The Galesburg Recreation Division is hosting the Girl’s 18 and Under Class B state tournament at Lake Storey Park. This is a qualifier for the USA/ASA national tournament. Registration deadline is Saturday, June 1, 2013. Entry Fee: $325.00
 
July 13, 2013 Journal Star Invitational (Tentative) (08:00 AM - 09:00 PM)
Event details:
July 13, 2013
08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Lakeside Water Park
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

We are planning on taking the team to the Journal Star meet. There is an additional fee for those participating. Swimmers will enjoy a great experience involving many teams, which creates a fun environment.
 
July 13, 2013 Prairie Hike at Inbinder Park (Saturday) (01:00 PM - 02:30 PM)
Event details:
July 13, 2013
01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Inbinder Park
Carl Sandburg Drive
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Explore Inbinder Park and learn about native plants that thrive in Illinois. This adventure will use all the senses of seeing, smelling, and touching all that nature has to offer. This program is for elementary children and will include a prairie hike with an activity guaranteed to be fun from 1:00-2:30 p.m. Families are welcome to attend.
 
July 13, 2013 Tree-riffic Huggers (Saturday) (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM)
Event details:
July 13, 2013
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Galesburg Nature Center
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Youth in 2nd – 5th grade will have fun learning more about trees from 10:00-11:30 a.m. at the Galesburg Nature Center. See how many arms it takes to “hug” a tree. There will be a nature hike to learn about leaves, bark and tree habitats. Dress for the weather. Pre-registration is required by Friday, July 5, 2013.
 
July 15, 2013 City Council Meeting 07/15/2013 (06:30 PM - 10:30 PM)
Event details:
July 15, 2013
06:30 PM - 10:30 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3628

This is a regular meeting of the Galesburg City Council and is open to the public.
 
July 17, 2013 Business District Development & Redevelopment Commission (08:30 AM - 09:30 AM)
Event details:
July 17, 2013
08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
City Hall
55 W. Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3680

This is a regular meeting of the Business District Development & Redevelopment Commission and is open to the public.
 
July 18, 2013 Emergency Telephone Systems Board (09:00 AM - 10:00 AM)
Event details:
July 18, 2013
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Public Safety Building
150 South Broad Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3729

This is a regular meeting of the Emergency Telephone Systems Board (E.T.S.B.) and is open to the public.
 
July 19, 2013 Facade Advisory Committee (09:30 AM - 10:30 AM)
Event details:
July 19, 2013
09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
City Hall
55 W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309-345-3619

This is a regular meeting of the Facade Advisory Committee and is open to the public
 
July 19, 2013 Wee Water Wonders (Friday) (09:00 AM - 10:30 AM)
Event details:
July 19, 2013
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Lakeside Water Park
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Splish splash bash for parent/guardian and child, age 6 and under, from 9:00-10:45 a.m. Enjoy a special time without the splashing of older children during regular admission hours. The zero depth pool will be open for swimming and splashing; complete with water geysers and the zero depth waterslide. This is a great opportunity to socialize and spend quality time together with other parents and children. Please pre-register by Friday, July 12, 2013.
 
July 20, 2013 Fun in the Sun (Caribbean Day) with WMOI Radio (11:00 AM - 07:00 PM)
Event details:
July 20, 2013
11:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Lakeside Water Park
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Splash over to the Lakeside Splashzone for fun in the sun. There will be activities from Noon-4:00 p.m. See just “how low you can go” in the Limbo or have fun moving your hips in the Hula contest.
 
July 20, 2013 Clown Master Class (Saturday) (02:00 PM - 06:00 PM)
Event details:
July 20, 2013
02:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Galesburg Nature Center
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Come explore the world of clowns in this 3-hour workshop of pure silliness and theatricality. Youth, ages 10-14, will participate in theater games in a safe atmosphere of play and imagination exploration in the world of clowns. This class will meet at the Lakeside Nature Center from 2:00-6:00 p.m. and will conclude with a talent show.
 
July 22, 2013 Golf Commission Meeting for July 22, 2013 (04:00 PM - 05:00 PM)
Event details:
July 22, 2013
04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3623

This is a regular meeting of the Golf Commission and is open to the public. The meeting will be held in the Erickson Conference Room located on the main floor of City Hall.
 
July 23, 2013 Planning and Zoning Commission (07:00 PM - 08:00 PM)
Event details:
July 23, 2013
07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
City Hall
55 W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309-345-3619

This is a regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission and is open to the public
 
July 24, 2013 Nature Camp Picnic 2013 (05:30 PM - 07:30 PM)
Event details:
July 24, 2013
05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Lake Storey Park
1572 Machen Drive
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Attention all Wiggly Worm and Adventure Seeker participants and families: Enjoy an end of session potluck and recognition program from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Shelter #1, closest to the lake, at Lake Storey Park. There will be a special recognition time for each child. This has always been a fun evening for everyone. There will be more information provided to all participants and families in the summer.
 
July 29, 2013 Water Workouts - Summer 2013 Session III (06:00 AM - 08:00 PM)
Event details:
July 29, 2013
06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Hawthorne Municipal Pool
2331 Veterans Drive
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Did you know that just being in the water causes you to exercise since there is resistance with every move? Water resistance is similar to exercising with weights or machines on land, but safer.
 
July 30, 2013 2013 Summer Learn to Swim -- Session III (05:00 PM - 06:30 PM)
Event details:
July 30, 2013
05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Hawthorne Municipal Pool
2331 Veterans Drive
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Swim instruction is organized to teach participants how to swim skillfully and safely. Swimming and water safety skills will be taught to swimmers of all ages and abilities in a positive aquatic environment. The program will begin developing positive attitudes, swimming skills and safe practices in, on and around the water.
 
August 01, 2013 Fire Pension Board of Trustees (09:00 AM - 10:00 AM)
Event details:
August 01, 2013
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

This is a regular meeting of the Fire Pension Board of Trustees and is open to the public.
 
August 01, 2013 Fall 2013 Softball Leagues – Registration Deadline (08:30 AM - 05:00 PM)
Event details:
August 01, 2013
08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Lakeside Recreation Facility
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

If you didn’t get enough softball during the summer, then register your team for the 2013 fall softball league at Lake Storey Park.
 
August 05, 2013 City Council Meeting 08/05/2013 (06:30 PM - 10:30 PM)
Event details:
August 05, 2013
06:30 PM - 10:30 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3628

This is a regular meeting of the Galesburg City Council and is open to the public.
 
August 05, 2013 Teen/Adult – Fitness Swimmer (06:00 PM - 07:00 PM)
Event details:
August 05, 2013
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Lakeside Water Park
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Learn how to make swimming a life long sport. Swimmers will be provided instruction based on individual needs for your overall physical fitness. An instructor will teach proper techniques to build endurance for fitness swimming. Swimmers will participate in setting their own goals, design workouts and learn to use pace clocks and timers. This program will meet on Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at Lakeside Splashzone Aquatic Facility for swimmers 13 years and older.
 
August 06, 2013 Facade Advisory Committee (09:30 AM - 10:30 AM)
Event details:
August 06, 2013
09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
City Hall
55 W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309-345-3619

This is a regular meeting of the Facade Advisory Committee
 
August 06, 2013 Landmark Commission (07:00 PM - 08:00 PM)
Event details:
August 06, 2013
07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
City Hall
55 W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309-345-3619

This is a regular meetinf of the Landmark Commission and is open to the public
 
August 06, 2013 Acting Workshop for Adults (Tuesday/Thursday) (05:30 PM - 07:30 PM)
Event details:
August 06, 2013
05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Lincoln Park Gazebo
Lincoln Park
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

It’s time to enjoy your “REEL” hobby. This workshop will consist of eight 2-hour sessions focusing on and including acting basics and a brief history of theater. These sessions will cumulative in a mini production of scenes at the Lincoln Park Gazebo.
 
August 07, 2013 Shopping Healthy On A Budget (11:30 AM - 01:00 PM)
Event details:
August 07, 2013
11:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Galesburg Pulic Library
40 East Simmons Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

When money is tight and costs need to be cut, nutrition should not be cut. Eating healthy does not have to cost more. It is possible to live frugally while keeping your diet nutritional and intact. Follow tips from the University of Illinois Extension to get the most for your buck at the supermarket.
 
August 08, 2013 Public Transportation Advisory Commission (02:30 PM - 03:30 PM)
Event details:
August 08, 2013
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
City Hall
55 W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309-345-3619

This is a regular meeting of the Public Transportation Advisory Commission and is open to the public
 
August 08, 2013 Overall Code Review Commission (05:30 PM - 06:30 PM)
Event details:
August 08, 2013
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
City Hall
55 W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309-345-3619

This is a regular meeting of the Overall Code Review Commission and is open to the public
 
August 09, 2013 Teen Moonlight Swim (Jr. High) (07:30 PM - 09:30 PM)
Event details:
August 09, 2013
07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Lakeside Water Park
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

It is Teen night only at Lakeside Splashzone. Bring your favorite raft or beach ball. Get together with your friends for one last splash bash before going back to school, from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Pool management reserves the right to limit the use of inflatables based on attendance at the event. Fee: Free
 
August 10, 2013 Nature of Survival (Saturday) (09:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
Event details:
August 10, 2013
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Galesburg Nature Center
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Youth in 3rd-6th grades will learn basic survival techniques in the wilderness from our outdoor enthusiast, Darla Krejci’s, backpack of strategies. This program meets from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m., starting at the Galesburg Nature Center, to explore the outdoors. Pre-registration is required by Friday, August 2, 2013.
 
August 10, 2013 Campfire and S’mores (07:30 PM - 09:00 PM)
Event details:
August 10, 2013
07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Galesburg Nature Center
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Get ready for a good old-fashion campfire from 7:30-9:00 p.m. at the Lakeside Nature Center. There will be s’mores, campfire songs, stories and activities. Explore the nocturnal inhabitants that occupy the Lake Storey area with a night hike. Don’t miss the fun by the fire for this family event. Please pre-register by Friday, August 2, 2013.
 
August 12, 2013 Tree Commission Meeting for August 12, 2013 (04:00 PM - 05:00 PM)
Event details:
August 12, 2013
04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3623

This is a regular meeting of the Tree Commission and is open to the public. The meeting will be held in the Public Works Conference Room located on the second floor of City Hall.
 
August 12, 2013 Liquor Advisory Commission (04:30 PM - 05:30 PM)
Event details:
August 12, 2013
04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

This is a regular meeting of the Liquor Advisory Commission and is open to the public. The agenda will be posted at least two days before the meeting and viewable by clicking on Agendas and Minutes link on the homepage or under Our Government tab
 
August 12, 2013 2% Foreign Fire Board (06:00 PM - 07:00 PM)
Event details:
August 12, 2013
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Public Safety Building
150 South Broad Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

This is a regular meeting of the 2% Foreign Fire Board and is open to the public.
 
August 13, 2013 Community Relations Commission (06:00 PM - 07:00 PM)
Event details:
August 13, 2013
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
City Hall
55. W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61448

309/345-3628

This is a regular meeting of the Community Relations Commission and is open to the public.
 

Past Events:

May 28, 2013 Golf Commission Meeting for May 28, 2013 (04:00 PM - 05:00 PM)
Event details:
May 28, 2013
04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3623

This is a regular meeting of the Golf Commission and is open to the public. The meeting will be held in the Erickson Conference Room located on the main floor of City Hall.
 
May 28, 2013 Lifeguard Training Pre-Summer Session: Course IV (09:00 AM - 07:00 PM)
Event details:
May 28, 2013
09:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Hawthorne Municipal Pool
2331 Veterans Drive
Galesburg,IL
61401

3093453683

The American Red Cross released a newly revised Lifeguard Training program this past spring to reflect the most current research for preventing, preparing and responding to land and aquatic emergencies. Candidates will be trained to act with speed and confidence in emergency situations, both in and out of the water.
 
May 28, 2013 City Council Budget Work Session 05/28/2013 (05:30 PM - 09:30 PM)
Event details:
May 28, 2013
budget_process_icon
05:30 PM - 09:30 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3628

This is a Galesburg City Council Work Session and is open to the public. Watch the meeting live on the City website's streaming video link or on Comcast channel 7.
 
May 29, 2013 Water Workouts - Spring 2013 Session III (06:00 AM - 08:00 PM)
Event details:
May 29, 2013
06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Hawthorne Municipal Pool
2331 Veterans Drive
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Did you know that just being in the water causes you to exercise since there is resistance with every move? Water resistance is similar to exercising with weights or machines on land, but safer.
 
May 30, 2013 Animal Control Working Group - Canceled (05:30 PM - 09:30 PM)
Event details:
May 30, 2013
snarling_dog
05:30 PM - 09:30 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3628

This meeting was canceled due to weather. It is rescheduled for Tuesday, June 4 at 5:30 p.m.
 
June 03, 2013 McDonald’s Youth Summer Tennis (09:45 AM - 12:30 PM)
Event details:
June 03, 2013
09:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Lakeside Recreation Facility
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Registration is being taken at the Lakeside Recreation Facility for the 2013 Summer McDonald’s Youth Tennis program. Youth tennis classes will meet at the Galesburg High School Tennis Courts. Classes are 45 minutes or 1 hour based on the lesson.
 
June 03, 2013 Lifeguarding Spring Session: Course II (09:00 AM - 07:00 PM)
Event details:
June 03, 2013
09:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Hawthorne Municipal Pool
2331 Veterans Drive
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

The American Red Cross released a newly revised Lifeguard Training program last year to reflect the most current research for preventing, preparing and responding to land and aquatic emergencies. Candidates will be trained to act with speed and confidence in emergency situations, both in and out of the water. Topics include: water rescue skills, surveillance and recognition, first aid, breathing and cardiac emergencies, CPR, AED and more.
 
June 03, 2013 Water Workouts - Summer 2013 Session I (06:00 AM - 08:00 PM)
Event details:
June 03, 2013
06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Hawthorne Municipal Pool
2331 Veterans Drive
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Did you know that just being in the water causes you to exercise since there is resistance with every move? Water resistance is similar to exercising with weights or machines on land, but safer.
 
June 03, 2013 City Council Meeting 06/03/2013 (06:30 PM - 10:30 PM)
Event details:
June 03, 2013
06:30 PM - 10:30 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3628

This is a regular meeting of the Galesburg City Council and is open to the public. Watch the meeting live on the City website's streaming video link or on Comcast channel 7.
 
June 04, 2013 Facade Advisory Committee (09:30 AM - 10:30 AM)
Event details:
June 04, 2013
09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
City Hall
55 W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309-345-3619

This is a regular meeting of the Facade Advisory Committee and is open to the public
 
June 04, 2013 Landmark Commission (07:00 PM - 08:00 PM)
Event details:
June 04, 2013
07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
City Hall
55 W Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309-345-3619

This is a regular meeting of the Landmark Commission and is open to the public
 
June 04, 2013 2013 Summer Learn to Swim -- Session I (05:00 PM - 06:30 PM)
Event details:
June 04, 2013
05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Hawthorne Municipal Pool
2331 Veterans Drive
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Swim instruction is organized to teach participants how to swim skillfully and safely. Swimming and water safety skills will be taught to swimmers of all ages and abilities in a positive aquatic environment. The program will begin developing positive attitudes, swimming skills and safe practices in, on and around the water.
 
June 04, 2013 Animal Control Working Group (05:30 PM - 09:30 PM)
Event details:
June 04, 2013
snarling_dog
05:30 PM - 09:30 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3628

This is a regular meeting of the Animal Control Group. The public is welcome to attend.
 
June 05, 2013 2013 SWIM MEET DATES (04:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Event details:
June 05, 2013
04:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Lakeside Water Park
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

2013 Swim Meet Dates
 
June 05, 2013 Wiggly Worms 2013 (09:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
Event details:
June 05, 2013
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Lakeside Recreation Facility
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Little explorers, 4-6 years of age, will experience the excitement of nature from 9:00-11:00 a.m. They will participate in an outdoor lab area that is great for collecting, observing, attaching, identifying, drawing and labeling specimens, as well as other creative opportunities. A special emphasis will be on caring for our world, the importance of friendship and safety in the out of doors.
 
June 05, 2013 Adventure Seekers 2013 (12:00 PM - 02:00 PM)
Event details:
June 05, 2013
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Lakeside Recreation Facility
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

If you are too old for Wiggly Worms but are looking for a summer camp experience, then look no further. An exciting summer adventure is planned for youth, 7-9 years of age, or those that have completed K-3rd grade every Wednesdays from Noon-2:00 p.m.
 
June 06, 2013 Babysitting Clinic (Thursday) (09:00 AM - 03:00 PM)
Event details:
June 06, 2013
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
American Red Cross
143 East Main Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Please refer to the April 3, 2013 program description. The clinic will meet at the American Red Cross, 143 East Main Street, from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Pre-registration is needed by Thursday, May 30, 2013. Minimum: 10 participants.
 
June 08, 2013 Canoe Clinic (Saturday) (02:00 PM - 03:30 PM)
Event details:
June 08, 2013
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Lake Storey Park
1572 Machen Drive
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Join a Naturalist for a leisurely paddle on Lake Storey from 2:00-3:30 p.m. to see a different side of nature. Search for birds, fish and other unique animals that flourish in this day time ecosystem.
 
June 08, 2013 Animal Mysteries (Saturday (09:00 AM - 10:00 AM)
Event details:
June 08, 2013
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Galesburg Nature Center
1033 South Lake Storey Road
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3683

Lake Storey is home to a variety of animals. Youth in 1st-5th grades will become nature detectives while hiking to determine the creatures surrounding us from 9:00-10:00 a.m. at the Galesburg Nature Center.
 
June 08, 2013 Annual City Auction (09:30 AM - 03:00 PM)
Event details:
June 08, 2013
09:30 AM - 03:00 PM
Park Mantenance Buidling
2110 Veterans Dr
Galesburg,IL
61401

The City of Galesburg will hold an auction at 9:30 a.m., local time, on Saturday, June 8, 2013 at 2110 Veterans Drive, Hawthorne Centre, Galesburg, Illinois. The doors will be open at 9:00 a.m. for public viewing of items to be auctioned.
 
June 10, 2013 Tree Commission Meeting for June 10, 2013 (04:00 PM - 05:00 PM)
Event details:
June 10, 2013
04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

309/345-3623

This is a regular meeting of the Tree Commission and is open to the public. The meeting will be held in the Public Works Conference Room located on the second floor of City Hall.
 
June 10, 2013 Liquor Advisory Commission (04:30 PM - 05:30 PM)
Event details:
June 10, 2013
04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
City Hall
55 West Tompkins Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

This is a regular meeting of the Liquor Advisory Commission and is open to the public. The agenda will be posted at least two days before the meeting and viewable by clicking on Agendas and Minutes link on the homepage or under Our Government tab.
 
June 10, 2013 2% Foreign Fire Board (06:00 PM - 07:00 PM)
Event details:
June 10, 2013
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Public Safety Building
150 South Broad Street
Galesburg,IL
61401

This is a regular meeting of the 2% Foreign Fire Board and is open to the public.
 
 
 
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