Weather permitting there will be a lot of opportunities for fun and entertainment this weekend.
Friday evening will see the debut of the movie Fairyland at 7 p.m. at the Wanee Theater with 3 and 7 p.m. showings on Saturday and Sunday. Fairyland is a poignant coming-of-age film based on the book Fairyland: A memoir of my father by Alysia Abbott. The book and movie explore Abbott’s relationship with her father. Abbott is the granddaughter of the late Dr. Paul Binder, a well-known Kewanee radiologist, and his wife Ann.
Also on Friday the Galva Wildcats will be playing at home at 6 p.m. and the Titans will travel to Oneida. The Kewanee Boilermakers have the night off but will take the field in Sterling on Saturday at 7 p.m. against Newman Central Catholic.
Saturday looks to be full of activities with the Fourth Annual Kewanee Enchanted Pumpkin Festival from noon–4 p.m. The event will feature vendors, tarot card readings and the Cutest Pup-Kin Contest.
For those fed up with the current administration, join the peaceful “No Kings” demonstration taking place from 11a.m to 1:30 p.m. on the corner of Main and Second Streets in Kewanee.
Whether you’re catching a movie, cheering from the bleachers or browsing pumpkin-themed booths, keep an eye on the forecast and Facebook for updates. With a little luck, the weather will cooperate and the weekend will unfold as planned.
Friday, Oct . 17
Organ Concert part of St. John’s 150th Anniversary Celebration 6 p.m. at 218 E. 1st Street in Bradford
Debut of Fairyland at Wanee Theater 7–8:30 p.m. The author of the book, Fairyland: A memoir of my father, will appear via zoom on the big screen after the showing to answer audience questions.
Annawan Wethersfield Titan varsity football vs ROWVA/Williamsfield 7 p.m. in Oneida
Galva Wildcats varsity football vs West Prairie at Galva 6 p.m.
KHS tennis – IHSA Sectional at Dunlap – TBD
Saturday, Oct . 18
Kewanee Farmer’s Market 8 a.m. to noon Berrien Park downtown Kewanee
Geneseo Farmer’s Market– Geneseo City Park 8 a.m. to noon
The Kewanee Public Library Halloween Open House from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Families are invited to bring the kids for trick or treating, crafting and take home goodie bags.
No Kings demonstration 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at corner of 2nd and Main Streets. This is a peaceful demonstration.
45th Galva Annual Fall Craft Show 9 a.m.–2 p.m. at GHS gym $2 admission
Fourth Annual Kewanee Enchanted Pumpkin Festival noon to 4 p.m. downtown Kewanee – Vendor show 10 a.m. – 3, Cutest Pup-kin in the Patch Doggy Costume Contest – Registration 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Contest at 1 p.m.
Kewanee Boilermakers varsity football vs Newman Central Catholic 7 p.m. in Sterling
Central Jr. High football at Mercer County – 10 a.m.
KHS S volleyball at Putnam County JV Invite – 8 a.m.
KHS F volleyball at Bureau Valley F/S Invite – 8 a.m.
KHS cross country at Peoria Heights Patriot Invite – 1 p.m.at Detweiler Park
Fairyland showings at Wanee Theater 3 & 7 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 19
St. Peter’s Evangelical Church Bingo at 119 S. Grove St. in Kewanee from 2-4 p.m.
Fairyland showings at Wanee Theater 3 & 7 p.m.
Crossroads Cultural Connections Indoor Concert season kicks off with Davey and The Midnights at Bishop Hill Creative Commons 309 N. Bishop Hill St. in Bishop Hill. Potluck and social hour 6-7 p.m. with concert starting at 7 p.m. $20-30 Donation
Looking ahead to next week:
Monday, Oct. 20
Kewanee Public Library Meeting 4 – 5 p.m.
Central Jr. High Girls basketball w/Knoxville – 5:30 p.m.
KHS S/V volleyball w/Monmouth-Roseville – 5 p.m. – Sr. Night
KHS F/S football w/Newman – 5:30 p.m.
KHS V soccer – IHSA Regional at Quincy Notre Dame – 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct . 21
Engine & Caboose Book Reading 10:30 – 11:30 at Discovery Depot Children’s Museum 128 S. Chambers St., Galesburg
KHS F/S/V volleyball at Mendota – 5 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 22
Kewanee Farmer’s Market 8 a.m. to noon Berrien Park downtown Kewanee
Central Jr. High Girls basketball at Orion – 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, Oct 23
Central Jr. High Girls basketball w/Rockridge – 5:30 p.m.
KHS F/S/V volleyball at Rockridge – 5 p.m.