The weekend brings Cruise on the Corner in Cambridge, Spring in Bloom at the Galva Arts Council and folk duo Trasna in Bishop Hill, along with fundraisers, events, live music and more to the Kewanee area.
Cruise on the Corner
What: Bring in the cruise season by hauling the hotrods out. Stop on in and get a picture taken for the Facebook contest and your ride could be in the race for next year’s Cruise t-shirt. Enjoy snacks and fun.
When: 6 p.m. Friday, May 9
Where: Cambridge Car Corner, 10487 Illinois Hwy. 82, Cambridge
After Hours
What: Enjoy some Rock, Blues and Country music.
When: 7-11 p.m. Saturday, May 10
Where: Colony Inn, 208 N. Bishop Hill Road, Bishop Hill
Live music at Psycho Silo Saloon
What: Come listen to the 3 on the Tree from noon – 4 p.m. and to Southern Illinois premier dance band, DirtWater Fox from 5-9 p.m.
When: Noon-9 p.m. Saturday, May 10
Where: Psycho Silo Saloon, Intersection Routes 6 and 40, Langley
Spring in Bloom
What: Come for activities from garden vendors, including make-and-take items for both kids and adults; a luncheon with music; and a raffle of Spring Décor.
When: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday, May 10
Where: Galva Arts Council, 128 Exchange St., Galva
Trasna
What: Folk duo Ger O’ Donnell and Trevor Sexton have individually been making waves on the folk scene worldwide for years. From Clare, Ger is known for his distinctive vocal and highly individual guitar style. He has had several top 10 hits in Ireland, including six number ones. Trevor from neighboring Limerick has tremendous vocals. The duo play guitar, piano, double bass, banjo, bouzouki, bodhran and Irish whistles.
When: 7-9 p.m. Saturday, May 10
Where: Bishop Hill Creative Commons, 309 N. Bishop Hill St., Bishop Hill
Cost: $20-$30
Kids Flower Pot Activity
What: Kids will plant flowers in cute pots. Stop by between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to make a Mother’s Day gift, or keep it to watch grow all summer.
When: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday, May 10
Where: Green View Garden Centers, 2700 W. Cedar Hills Drive, Dunlap
Cost: $5
Baile Noche De Madres
What: This event is to celebrate mothers and the Hispanic heritage. It will include music, dancing and raffles. Admission fee includes a raffle ticket. Organizers hope this gathering strengthens local ties while honoring mothers within the Hispanic community. The event highlights the importance of cultural traditions and community celebrations.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, May 10 – midnight Sunday, May 11
Where: Flemish American Club, 313 N. Burr Blvd., Kewanee
Cost: $15
Young Adult Manga Book Club
What: Come discuss the latest manga hits. All 6th-12th graders are welcome. The group is currently reading the Demon Slayer series by Koyoharu Gotouge.
When: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Saturday, May 10
Where: Kewanee Public Library, 102 S. Tremont St., Kewanee
Make Your Own Pinwheel
What: Come make your own pinwheel in this children’s workshop.
When: 3:30 p.m. Friday, May 9 or 10 a.m. – noon Saturday, May 10
Where: Kewanee Public Library, 102 S. Tremont St., Kewanee
Mother’s Day Brunch
What: Reservations are required for this event. Enjoy mimosas, Bloody Marys, eggs, sausage, bacon, beignets, hash browns, chicken marsala, roast beef, scalloped potatoes, buttered corn, glazed carrots, chicken nuggets, a salad bar and dessert table.
When: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Sunday, May 11
Where: Midland Golf Club, 3536 Midland Road, Kewanee
Cost: $30
Coming next week
Fortnite
What: Sixth through 12th graders can enjoy snacks and playing Fortnite with friends.
When: 3:30-5:30 p.m. Monday, May 12
Where: Lower Level, Kewanee Public Library, 102 S. Tremont St., Kewanee
Kick Off Summer Reading
What: Swing by the library to grab a donut and coffee and pick up your Summer Reading packet.
When: 9-11 a.m. Monday, May 12
Where: Galva Public Library, 26230 Black Hawk Road, Galva
Grand Opening
What: Celebrate Killean Audiology & Hearing Aid Centers opening in Kewanee. Meet the staff and doctors and get free coffee or baked goods from Kneaded Kindness of LeClaire.
When: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 14
Where: Killean Audiology & Hearing Aid Centers, 529 Tenney St., Kewanee
Cinema at the Carnegie: Pride and Prejudice
What: Watch the movie Pride & Prejudice starring Keira Knightley on the library’s big screen.
When: 2-4 p.m. Thursday, May 15
Where: second floor community room, Kewanee Public Library, 102 S. Tremont St., Kewanee
Kewanee Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Club Outstanding Citizen Award Banquet
What: This event honoring Bill Breedlove starts with social hour at 6 p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m.
When: 6 p.m. Thursday, May 15
Where: Flemish American Club, 313 N. Burr Blvd., Kewanee
Cost: $20
This article originally appeared on Star Courier: Hotrods and Mother’s Day Brunch among 10 things to do in the Kewanee area this weekend
Reporting by Kathi Edwards / Star Courier
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