The weekend brings Atkinson Heritage Days and the Illinois State Karting Championship, along with fundraisers, live music and more to the Kewanee area.
Keith Rea
What: Enjoy the performance by Keith Rea. The potluck is optional, but it is a great chance to connect with others in the audience. Plates, bowls, silverware, napkins and serving spoons are provided. Bring lawn chairs/blankets and beverage of choice. The family-friendly show is for all ages. The rain location is Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
When: 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22 (optional potluck is at 6 p.m.)
Where: Ca d’Zan House Concerts, Cambridge
Cost: $20-$30 suggested donation to the artist
Atkinson Heritage Days
What: The annual event includes bingo, raffles, produce & floral arrangement judging, Bryner’s chainsaw carving, St. Anthony’s pie and ice cream sale, Vendors in the Park, Rolle Bolle tournament, business window decorating contest, Friday fireworks and paint the park, bags tournament, Hometown Heroes parade at 1 p.m. Saturday, BBQ Rib cook-off and music by Shawn Easton Saturday. Free children’s activities on Saturday include bounce house and inflatable slide, petting zoo, reptiles, face painting, miniature horses, tractor pull, games and more. Cousins Main Lobster will be on site from 1-7 p.m. Saturday.
When: Friday, Aug. 22 and Saturday, Aug. 23
Where: Veterans Park, Atkinson
Live Music
What: Join Virtual Reality and special guest Bailey and the Velvet Sky. Bring a lawn chair.
When: 7-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23
Where: Central Bank Pavilion, 218 N. State St., Geneseo
Illinois State Karting Championship
What: Watch the championship in a family-friendly atmosphere. There will be cash payouts and awards in select classes.
When: 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 23
Where: Exit 7 Motorsports Park, Colona
Cost: free general admission; $30 for a pit pass; free overnight camping
Conor Mallon
What: Conor Mallon started his musical career with the Armagh Pipers Club where he attended Uilleann Pipe lessons. He progressed through the ranks to become one of the senior teachers at there before touring full time. He was taught by many pipers over the years including Tiarnan O Duinnchinn and Jarlath Henderson. The potluck is optional, but it is a great chance to connect others in the audience. Plates, bowls, silverware, napkins and serving spoons are provided. Bring lawn chairs/blankets and beverage of choice. The family-friendly show is for all ages. The rain location is Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
When: 7-11 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 24 (optional potluck is at 6 p.m.)
Where: Ca d’Zan House Concerts, Cambridge
Cost: $20-$30 suggested donation to the artist
Coming next week
Maple City Fine Arts Exhibit
What: The exhibit will be displayed in the Cellar restaurant and in the gallery through the end of October. Prizes will be awarded for photography, wood, 2-D, jewelry, clay, glass and mixed media.
When: noon Wednesday, Aug. 27 – noon Sunday, Aug. 29
Where: Geneseo Art League and Gallery, 125 N. State St., Geneseo
Sunflowers in Stillness
What: Paint a sunflower vase using a mop brush to create the blended background to make the flowers pop. Tracers are provided so you can jump right into the fun part. All skill levels are welcome. Arrive early for a meal or eat while you paint.
When: 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 28
Where: Krans Kafe, 103 S. Bishop Hill St., Bishop Hill
Cost: $35
Kathi Edwards is a freelance contributor to the Kewanee Star-Courier.
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