The weekend brings Fresh Florida Citrus Stop, Miles for Minds and a whiskey tasting, along with fundraisers, live music and more to the Kewanee area.
Laid Back Country Picker
What: Laid Back Country Picker plays good music and treats everybody right. He has played and recorded with Grammy winners. He has performed at the fabled Ryman Auditorium, Bonnaroo and Red Rocks. His show combines 70s guitar rock, honky-tonk and punk, all with hillbilly sensibility. His band features the powerhouse drumming of silent partner “Honey.” In her curlers and moo-moo, Honey has no time for foolishness. LB attracts fans from many genres, including rockabilly, punk and metal, as well as more traditional country and rock and roll purists. He has toured the nation and can be heard regularly on Sirius Outlaw Country.
The 6 p.m. potluck is optional, but it is an opportunity to connect others in the audience and maybe share a meal with the artist. Plates, bowls, silverware, napkins and serving spoons are provided. This is an all-ages, family-friendly show.
When: 7-11 p.m. Nov. 21
Where: Bishop Hill Creative Commons, 309 Bishop Hill St., Bishop Hill
Cost: $20-$30 suggested donation
Fresh Florida Citrus Stop
What: Fresh Florida grapefruit, satsumas, pistachios and pecans and more will be available for purchase. Place a reservation at tree-ripe.com/reserve and pick up at the event. You can still add to or adjust your order at the truck or just shop at the truck like always.
When: Noon – 1:30 p.m. Nov. 21
Where: Blain’s Farm & Fleet, 5900 John Deere Road, Moline
10 Years Sip and Shop
What: Help the business celebrate turning 10. Take 10% purchases throughout the store and get a raffle entry with purchase.
When: 5-7 p.m. Nov. 21
Where: Entwined, 207 N. Bishop Hill St., Bishop Hill
Dinosaur Painting
What: Children can celebrate Dino-vember by creating a dinosaur silhouette painting with cotton balls.
When: 2-6 p.m. Nov. 21 or 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Nov. 22
Where: Kewanee Public Library District, 102 S. Tremont, Kewanee
Miles for Minds
What: Support mental health awareness and community strength. The event will feature community speakers about mental health. All profits will be used to further expand mental health initiatives in the community.
When: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Nov. 22
Where: College Square Park, Cambridge
Cost: $30
Country Village Christmas Bazaar
What: Shop craft vendors, mini makers vendors (crafters younger than 18), enjoy the breakfast and lunch menus, raffle items and more at the 39th annual event.
When: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Nov. 22
Where: Visitation Catholic School, 107 S. Lexington Ave., Kewanee
Children’s Author Allen McAulley
What: Allen will read one of his books about The Whimsical Life of Max the Dog with help from the audience. He will talk about becoming an author and encourage parents with ways to improve their child’s reading skills. There will be therapy dogs from Alliance of Therapy Dogs available to read to after the program in the children’s area.
When: 10 a.m. Nov. 22
Where: Geneseo Public Library District, 805 N. Chicago St., Geneseo
Kiwanis Whiskey Tasting
What: The third annual event includes presentations by representatives of two distilleries; 10 rounds of samples; hors d’oeuvres; and silent auction items. Help support the service Kiwanis does in the community for children.
When: 7-9 p.m. Nov. 22
Where: Galva Arts Council, 128 Exchange St., Galva
Cost: $40
Dan Hubbard Letting Go Tour
What: In a 20-year career as a singer-songwriter Dan Hubbard has released nine studio albums, toured throughout the United States, and shared the stage with countless national acts. The 6 p.m. potluck is optional, but it is an opportunity to connect others in the audience and maybe share a meal with the artist. Plates, bowls, silverware, napkins and serving spoons are provided. This is an all-ages, family-friendly show.
When: 7-11 p.m. Nov. 23
Where: Bishop Hill Creative Commons, 309 Bishop Hill St., Bishop Hill
Cost: $20-$30 suggested donation
Coming next week
Eyewitness to 1942 Kewanee Fire
What: Hosted by the Henry County Genealogical Society, Roland Krause will share his insights in a talk titled, “Eyewitness to the 1942 Kewanee Fire,” offering a unique perspective on this significant historical event.
When: 1 p.m. Nov. 24
Where: Kewanee Public Library District, 102 S. Tremont, Kewanee
Cost: Free
Splash into Fun Day
What: This aquatic event is for all ages. No registration is necessary.
When: 1-3 p.m. Nov. 24 and Nov. 26
Where: Geneseo Community Center Pool, 541 E. North St., Geneseo
Cost: Free
Middle School Mario Kart
What: Showcase your skills, challenge your friends and race to victory. There will be multiple rounds leading to a grand finale for prizes, bragging rights and the championship title. Designed for grades 6-8. All skill levels are welcome. Register by Nov. 21.
When: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Nov. 25
Where: Geneseo Park District, 541 E. North St., Geneseo
Cost: $20; free for members
Jump into Fun Day
What: Enjoy non-stop action with interactive inflatables and a classic bounce house.
When: 9:30 a.m. – noon Nov. 25 (9:30-10 a.m. for ages 4 and younger; 10 a.m. – noon for all ages)
Where: Geneseo Park District, 541 E. North St., Geneseo
Cost: Free
Halloween Hustle 5K for United Way
What: This 5k route starts and finishes at Johnson’s Sauk Trail Park Round Barn. The loop has some big hills. Register online for free, bring $20 cash to the race.
When: 10 a.m. – noon Nov. 27
Where: Ryan’s Round Barn, 28616 Sauk Trail Road, Kewanee
Annual 5K Turkey Trot
What: There is no fee. It is donation based. Proceeds support local charities in the Geneseo community.
When: 8 a.m. Nov. 27
Where: Maple Leaf CrossFit, 1451 Gorman Drive, Geneseo
Kathi Edwards is a freelance contributor to the Kewanee Star Courier.
This article originally appeared on Star Courier: The Kiwanis Whiskey Tasting is among nine events this weekend in the Kewanee area
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