Local Happenings
QUINCY — Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit and all the iconic characters of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” come to life during the Quincy Museum’s immersive “A Christmas Carol,” written and directed by Elizabeth Mannhardt, on Dec. 1 and 2 with show times of 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. both nights. Audience members will…
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BEARDSTOWN, Ill. — The downtown square in Beardstown will be converted to a Christmas village for the holidays in preparation for the Christkindlmarkt set to open on Friday, Nov. 24. Fifteen custom-built cedar chalets will feature a variety of vendors each weekend leading up to Christmas. Lighted, decorated and garnished with greenery, the Christkindlmarkt will…
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NAUVOO, Ill. — A Thanksgiving Eve “Post Derecho” Oasis worship event will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 22, at the historic Nauvoo Theatre on Mullholland Street in downtown Nauvoo. In a press release, Gayle Pope, a retired professor from rural Hancock County and one of the planners, said, “It will be a time…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Holiday Marketplace, the Hannibal Arts Council’s annual art sale, will be open from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 18. After the opening day, HAC gallery hours are noon to 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday through Dec. 16. HAC is at 105 S. Main, in downtown Hannibal. Works by selected area artists, artisans and…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital Foundation will hold Midwest Book Fairs (formerly Books are Fun), an event offering books, from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 21 in the front lobby and hallways of Memorial Hospital, 1454 N. County Road 2050. All proceeds from the book and gift fair will benefit the Memorial Hospital…
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QUINCY — In recognition of the 60-year anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, Quincy University’s history department will be the host of a presentation by Justin Coffey at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 15, in Francis Hall, Room 334, on QU’s main campus, 1800 College Avenue. The presentation, “JFK After 60 Years:…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Symphony Orchestra, directed by Bruce Briney, will offer its second concert of 76th season with “Secrets of the Rhine” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18 in Quincy Junior High School’s Morrison Theater. QSO principal trumpet Aren Van Houzen is the featured soloist on Alexander Arutiunian’s “Concerto for Trumpet.” Van Houzen is…
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QUINCY – The Lincoln-Douglas Debate Museum, 128 N. Fifth, will have its first talk in its upcoming program series, “History Happy Hour,” at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16. A reception for the inaugural talk, titled “Stephen A. Douglas: American Apostle or Apostate?”, will have a reception at 5 p.m. The museum will remain open until…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army of Quincy will serve a free community Thanksgiving dinner from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 23. The meal will be a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with turkey and all the trimmings. The Salvation Army dinner is open to anyone who needs a place to go on Thanksgiving. Walk-ins…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Astronomy Club will present a lecture on gravitational waves at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 16, in Room D022/023 at John Wood Community College. Guest lecturer will be John Wood astronomy professor Randy Wolfmeyer. Gravitational waves are tiny ripples in spacetime that offer a new way to observe the universe. They…
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QUINCY — Beginning Sunday, Nov. 12, community foundations across the country will join together to celebrate National Community Foundation Week and the impact of place-based philanthropy. The Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri will be the host of its annual “Friends of Philanthropy” celebration at 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, in the…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Beth Haven Quilters will hold its Fall Fling fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 14, in the community room of Beth Haven East, 901 Central Ave. Quilts, crafts, baked goods and homemade candies and jellies will be sold. Proceeds will go to the purchase of Christmas gifts for…
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QUINCY — A half-day educational workshop, titled “A Dynamic Duo: Your Board Chair and Executive Directors,” is planned for non-profit directors and their non-profit board chairs from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Nov. 14, at Quincy Worx, 3701 East Lake Centre Drive. The cost is $89 per person, or $75 per person if at…
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QUINCY — The Second Tuesday of the Month program for November at the Tri-State Area Center for Women’s Ministries, 522 S. Eighth, will be led by presenter Iris Schultz from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 14. Attendees will make a fall gnome. The Tri-State Center for Women’s Ministries also offers Cup of Grace…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The November/December Art For The Health Of It exhibit at the Hannibal Arts Council’s satellite gallery within Blessing Health Hannibal features works by oil painter Steven Walker. Walker is a traditional artist from Palmyra known for his work in plein air painting and form bending ceramics. Using traditional mediums, the artist treks…
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QUINCY — The Illinois Veterans’ Home at Quincy will recognize Veterans Day with a program beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 11 in Lippincott Hall. The program will have a keynote address by Navy veteran and author/speaker Reg Ankrom, patriotic music by the Quincy Notre Dame High School Band and Concert Chorale, a wreath-laying honoring…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Service League’s 55th annual Holiday Gift Show, officially sponsored by The Herald-Whig, will be held at the Oakley-Lindsay Center in Quincy on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 19, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will feature more than 80 vendors with a variety…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. – Steve Gumble, who served as a United States Marine from 1983-1986, joined the American Legion Post 55 Riders four years ago. The American Legion Post 55 is a regular in Hannibal’s annual Veterans Day parade, and this year Gumble will display the flag. The parade will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — As Kassondra and Jen pass blended coffees, lotus drinks and other treats to a line of customers at the Coffee Barn’s drive-thru window, it would seem they were in the business a long time. The sister-in-laws decided to open a coffee shop last year, and it is a family endeavor in every way.…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army of Quincy began the Christmas season with its annual Tree of Lights Christmas Kick-Off luncheon on Thursday, Nov. 9. Campaign chairs Hal and Kathy Oakley were introduced, and the campaign goal of $435,000 was announced. “We have seen how The Salvation Army impacts our community in so many positive ways,”…
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QUINCY — The Kroc Center will offer free admission to all veterans on Saturday, Nov. 11. Veterans should present their military/veteran identification to receive free entry and enjoy The Kroc Center’s many offerings, including the facility’s weightlifting and cardio areas, as well as the aquatic center. The Kroc Center, 405 Vermont, will be open from…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A two-part Holiday Clay Trees Arty Party will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 15, and Nov. 29 at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main. Rebecca Butler from The Budding Artist will lead participants in a two-part Arty Party creating festive and unique holiday trees with clay techniques. At…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital is proactively raising awareness about diabetes and healthy living with a 45-minute live virtual event at noon on Thursday, Nov. 9. It will provide valuable insights and practical tips for people looking to manage or prevent diabetes. This event will be accessible via the “Lunch Break with Memorial – Cooking…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Early Bird Kiwanis Club recently donated $200 to the Hannibal Police Department’s 43rd annual Halloween party. Each child received free candy along with a free meal of a hot dog on a bun, chips and beverage. The Hannibal Early Bird Kiwanis Club meets from 7 to 8 a.m. Thursdays at the…
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QUINCY — Horizons Social Services, 224 S. Eighth, will celebrate its 15th anniversary from 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 8. Horizons Social Services is a beacon of hope, providing essential services and support to people and families in need. The organization’s unwavering commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of community…
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