Event Calendar
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Faded Echo
“Come on out and dance to your favorite top hits from the 60’s to today! Don’t forget your dancing shoes.”
New Boston Fire and Ambulance Spring Fish & Chicken Fry
“New Boston Fire and Ambulance is having their Spring Fish & Chicken Fry.
Join us on March 29th, 2025
4:00-7:00 PM
Dine in or Carry Out
Silent Auction & Bake Sale.”
Benji's Bayside Grand RE-Opening
“8:00-9:00
40 FREE biscuits and gravy
(free will donation to benefit the Vilomah Veteran Tiny Home Community)
9:00-12:00
Open House, Open Tours of property
12:00-1:00
40 FREE all beef hotdogs
(Free will donation to the Vilomah Veteran tiny home community)
1:00-4:00
Open House, Open Tours of property
Come see Benji’s bed-and-breakfast!
Come see Benji‘s celebration hall and venue!
Come see Benji’s new outfitters rental shack!
Come see Benji‘s bait shop!
Come tour the tiny home community!
Door prizes and raffles!
More details to come.”
Trivia Night (Matherville Baseball Association)
Test your knowledge of all things baseball!
Bring your own snacks! Beverages will be available at the bar.
Benji's Bayside Fur Fin and Feather Outfitter Fun
“Our NEW Outfitters Retail and Rental for all the adventures nature provides on and around the mighty Mississippi River.
Benji’s Bait is Located on the Vilomah Veteran Tiny Home Community property. Many proceeds from the bait shop help fund this project. You might see veterans working the shop to keep us going!
Back up and running, IDNR licenses for your fishing and hunting needs beginning April 4, 2025.
Come see what we have IN STORE for you!
Rentals include:
Kayaks
Life jackets
Fishing Poles/tackle
Board games for campers
A few more items of “in case you forgot”
Retail:
More details coming soon!!
Door prizes and raffles!
Brookstone of Aledo 6th Annual Easter Egg Hunt
“Join us for our annual Easter Egg Hunt!
We will have 4 age groups ages 1-4, 5-9, and 10-13, 13-105.
One lucky individual will receive a prize for finding the GOLDEN EGG in each age group.
We hope to see you there!
There will be no rain date for this event.
Follow this event page for updates on the day of the event for cancellations due to weather.
For questions about our event or wanting to donate, call Lisa Wessels Executive Director at 309-582-3902.”
City Wide Yard Sales - New Boston
“The Spring 2025 City Wide Yard Sales in New Boston will take place on Saturday 03 May 2025, beginning at 8:00 AM.
If you would like to be on the map for the day of the yard sales, contact City Hall by Wednesday, 30 April 2025.
Any questions, please contact City Hall @ 309-587-8181”
Ladies on the Loose
“Aledo Main Street invites you to our "Ladies on the Loose" Event!
2025 marks 20 years since the very first AMS "Ladies on the Loose" event—let’s celebrate together!
Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
This is a ticketed fundraising event for Aledo Main Street.
Tickets: $40 per person (includes a plated brunch at Tobala Mexican Bar & Grill, a coupon book, and a goodie bag for the first 75 registrants!)
Join us in supporting local businesses during this fun event in Downtown Aledo!
To purchase tickets, contact Lindsey at Aledo Main Street:
Phone: 309-582-2751
Email: info@aledomainstreet.com”
The Mystique of Masonic Lodges: A Paranormal Investigation Experience
“The Mystique of Masonic Lodges: A Paranormal Investigation Experience
Are you ready to delve into the captivating world of Masonic lodges and their eerie legends?
Whether your a seasoned investigator or curious newcomer join the Eternal Paranormal team Saturday May 3rd in Keithsburg, Illinois for a unforgettable night filled with suspense, discovery and a connection to the past that only Masonic lodges can provide. We'll wonder together , what awaits us in the shadows?
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1108699523119?aff=oddtdtcreator”
Matherville Fireworks
Matherville’s annual fireworks at the Lake of Matherville!
You can stay updated on the Matherville Community Club Facebook Page.
8th Annual of Summer Luau
“We will be hosting our 8th Annual Summer Party. We will be serving Nathan's all beef hot dogs, water, and chips. We will have live entertainment, bounce houses, door prizes, raffle basket and a huge blow-up water slide, so have the kids bring their suits and towels. For only $5.00 per entry! Tickets sold only the day of event. We can't wait to see you!
For any questions please call Lisa Wessels Executive Director/Sales at 309-582-3902”
St. Patrick's Day with Vital Signs
“Vital Signs is coming back to party with Cheers on Main for St. Patricks Day Weekend.
Come out & Party with the Boys. They will be play from 8:30-12:30.
We will have Drink Specials.”
Thirsty Thursday with Ryan Koresko
“A warm up for upcoming St. Pat's weekend celebration. (Why wait till the weekend?) Jules will be behind the bar serving up your favorite beverages & food!”
Mardi Gras Party at Rocky's
Come to Rocky’s Sturgeon Bay Inn for music and Mardi Gras fun!
Starting at 8pm
Monica Austin for live music
Trivia Night - Myrna Rae's Studio of Dance
“Come out to have lots of fun and support the Shooting Stars dancers!
8 people per table. $120 per table. Mulligans included!
Drinks available to purchase! Bring your own snacks.
Raffles and 50/50
Doors open 5:00. Game starts at 6:00.”
11th Annual Jaycee Trivia Night
“Ladies and Gentlemen, it's time once again to reserve your spot for the 11th Annual Mercer County Jaycees Trivia Night! For those of you have never partaken, this is an absolute MUST ATTEND if you enjoy showing off your big ole dinosaur brains, or if you just tend to enjoy having some fun locally and supporting a great cause! All proceeds will go toward the Mercer County Jaycees and ultimately help better YOUR community! Message us here, text or call Chad J Weeks at 309-507-6374 or get with any of the local Jaycee members to reserve your spot! Don't wait, as tables are limited!! $10 a person or $80 a team plus $20 worth of mulligans!”
Pancake and Sausage Supper - Eliza Lions Club
“Eliza Lions Club will have their annual Pancake and Sausage Supper. Locally sourced whole hog sausage and great pancakes! Always delicious! It is from 4 to 7 pm. The proceeds go toward supporting the community center as well as other community needs (for example vision exams and glasses).”
Benji's Bayside Community Meal
“FREE community meal by free will donation.
All proceeds to benefit the Vilomah Veteran Tiny Home Community.
No one turned away!!
Door prizes and raffles.
Following this meal is the Basic Lure and Fly Tie instruction event.
More details to come.”
Trivia Night - Eliza Community Club
“TRIVIA Night hosted by the Eliza Community Club will be FEBRUARY 22nd starting at 6pm. We will have a fun night of friendly Trivia competition. Cost is $80 per table for trivia. 8 people maximum per table.
We will also have a Taco Bar and some raffles going on. To sign up people can email us at Elizacommunityclub@gmail.com
or message us on Facebook at Eliza Community Center.
The money raised goes towards maintenance and improvements at the Community Center as well as future Community Events.”
BINGO Night at the Keithsburg Fire Station
Come on out to the BINGO Night at the Keithsburg Fire Station!
They will be serving chili “with all the fixins’" and water for $5.
Bingo cards will be $2 each.
Odd Bettie's 11 Year Celebration
“Aledo's Girl Scout Troop will be selling Cookies in store THIS Saturday Feb. 22nd 10am-3pm, during our 11 year Anniversary Celebration!
Curbside Pickup Available for cookies as well! Park out front and Honk your horn, and a Girl Scout will take your order and bring it to you!
Be sure to stop in to help us celebrate 11% OFF everything in store Fill-a-Bag Sale with our Main Floor Clothing & Also, anyone who makes a purchase gets a Scratch off tickets that are a guaranteed winner with chances to win a gift card or other fun prizes!”
Jake Beaty at Cheers on Main
“Jake coming back to Cheers on Main to do a early set for us. Come to Cheers and show Jake how we like to party.
6:30-9:30pm”
Karaoke with Tanner Moffit
“Come and Sing your Favorite Love songs or any other songs with Tanner.
Tanner will be here 8:30pm-12:30am
Kyla Fordyce will be behind the bar.
We will also have Valentines Drink Specials and Dinner Specials”
Ferg's Superbowl Celebration
“Join us on Superbowl Sunday for the big game! In addition to our full, regular menu available for dine in or carryout, we'll be setting up a buffet style spread of game day favorites including a chili bar, nachos, hot dogs, meatballs, & more. Cocktail & Draft beer specials too!”
Valentine’s Open House
“Come grab some goodies for yourself and your Valentine
Simmer Boxes
Sweet Treats
Giant Cookie Hearts
Conversation Heart Cookie Decorating Kits
Strawberry Lemonade
Soap
Eggs
Honey
Lamb Cuts
Whole Chickens
Flower Seeds
Lots more!
Pictures and more info to come”
Tanner Moffit (Karaoke at Saucy’s)
“We are going to round out the night after B an D acoustics with some great Karaoke. Come out and sing your favorite songs with Tanner.”
Viola Public Library Trivia Night
“Time to gather your teams and come play trivia with the library. Teams limited to 8 people, $10.00 per person. We will raffle items, a 50/50 drawing, and mulligans. Bring your own snacks and drinks. NO ALCOHOL!
Sign up at the library, call us at 309-596-2620, message us on Facebook or email us at violapld@hotmail.com. Sponsored by Royal Neighbors Chapter 20066 as a matching funds event.”
Follow the Viola Public Library on Facebook to stay updated!
Eliza Fire Department Soup Supper
Eliza Fire Department will be having their Soup Supper along with a Joy/Eliza Bake Sale!
Valentine’s Open House
“Come grab some goodies for yourself and your Valentine
Simmer Boxes
Sweet Treats
Giant Cookie Hearts
Conversation Heart Cookie Decorating Kits
Strawberry Lemonade
Soap
Eggs
Honey
Lamb Cuts
Whole Chickens
Flower Seeds
Lots more!
Pictures and more info to come”
Night in a Car
“What is Night In A Car?
Night in a Car (NIAC) is a homelessness simulation and fundraiser, put on by the **Mercer County Housing Initiative, which intends to shine a spotlight on the hidden aspect of rural homelessness that many in our community experience – living in a car.
That's right, it's happening here in Mercer County.
Participants of Night in a Car will "live" out of their cars during the overnight hours of February 7, 2025. Our challenge to participants is to raise $500 or more per car, which will benefit the Mercer County Emergency Housing Fund. This is done by seeking sponsors. Sponsors can be businesses, individuals, or organizations who make a commitment to donate or pledge a chosen amount of money when their sponsored party spends the night in their car during the event.
The overnight simulation will be done “drive-in” style at three locations throughout the county that have graciously offered to host the event. Form your team (or go solo!), choose the one that is most convenient to you and sign up on the MCBT website!
*Aledo VFW, 106 SW 3rd Ave. Aledo, IL
*Eliza Community Center, 557 155th Ave, New Boston, IL
*Preemption United Methodist Church, 2652 170th Ave,
Preemption, IL
Each location will have security volunteers - provided by Mercer County Search and Rescue - throughout the night, as well as a dedicated building open to participants for bathroom breaks, or to warm up with hot cocoa and light snacks.
Learn more about the event, sign up your team, learn how you can help promote the event, or become a sponsor by visiting the MCBT website.
https://www.mcbettertogether.org/nightinacar
**The Mercer County Housing Initiative is comprised of the following organizations: Mercer County Better Together, Mercy One Genesis, Mercer County Health Dept, Mercer County Family Crisis Center, Mercer County Ministerial Alliance, and Project Now”
Heart Healthy
“HeartCorps Service Member, Courtney, will be at the library giving a presentation on why nutrition and physical activity are so important for your heart health and steps you can take towards creating healthier habits. Snacks included!”
2025 Community Bingo Kick-Off
“This a free event! Please R.S.V.P. to Lisa Wessels Sales and Marketing Director at 309-582-3902 or aled.mkt@meridiansenior.com. We can't wait to see you!”
See the Facebook event to stay updated and for more details!
Decoupage with Wanda: Cobert Creations
“You’ll leave with a beautiful plate and skills to decoupage to another level!
January 29, 6-8 pm.
It’s not your grandmas decoupage!”
Community Food Drive
“Steel Militia Merco chapter will be hosting a "NON perishable" food item drive for the Mercer County Family Crisis Center on Saturday January 25th. Let's all come together to help pack their shelves and reduce hunger in Mercer County. Drop off your items at
1605 14th st Viola Illinois starting at noon.”
Follow MERCO 1913 and the Mercer County Family Crisis Center to stay updated.
Beth Lizano Band
“Beth Lizano Band is coming to Cheers on Main.
Bring your Friends and your dancing shoes and let have a party.”