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October 2022
Co-Ed Recreational Volleyball League
$240 per team, Ages 18+ Adult volleyball leagues will consist of 7 regular season games and at least one playoff game. All teams are guaranteed 8 games total. Playoff schedule will be released after week 7 of regular season play. Register by Sept 23. CO-ED Rec Volleyball Monday Evenings, Oct 3–Dec 12 Non-competitive league where games are laid-back rather than competitive. Standard co-ed rules apply. No spiking in front of the 10-foot line for both males and females. No games…
Find out more »Toddler Time: Mommy & Me in the Gym
Tuesdays, Oct 4-Dec 20 | 9-11am This special drop-in playtime is just for parents and toddlers! Enjoy social time with other moms and dads while your little ones play in the gymnasium. All toddlers must be accompanied by an adult the entire time. Equipment will be provided for open play. Ages 5 and under Free for Members Non Members: $5 Adults (16+) per wk $3 Child (5 and under) per wk The Kroc Center 405 Vermont St Quincy, IL 62305 Learn more…
Find out more »Group Ukulele Lessons
Have you ever wanted to try learning a new instrument? Even if you’ve never touched an instrument before, the Ukulele is a great way to start learning – no matter what age you are! We’ll meet once a week during the day to explore this fun and easy-to-learn instrument. Instruments and music will be provided, but if you have your own ukulele, feel free to bring it along. Open to ages 14+. Great Class for Seniors! Spaces are limited. Call…
Find out more »Church Wide Yard Sale benefitting Kairos Hope
Kairos Hope is having a church-wide yard sale. All proceeds benefit Kairos Hope. We are currently accepting donations. Hours: October 7th: Noon-8 p.m. October 8th: 8 a.m.- 3 p.m. This garage sale is part of Monroe City city-wide garage sales. Contact us at: info@kairoshope.org or 217-891-6662.
Find out more »Jewelry Making
Kevin Hoing will guide you through the steps to create beautiful jewelry for you, or that someone special, to wear! All supplies will be provided. Ages 14 + Friday, Oct 7 | 6-8pm – Register by Oct 6 Friday, Nov 18 | 6-8pm – Register by Nov 17 Spaces are limited. Call 217-222-5762 to register. The Kroc Center 405 Vermont St, Quincy, IL 62301 $20 Gold | $21 Silver | $23 Non Member (Prices are per night) To learn more,…
Find out more »Jensen Woods Workday
Jensen Woods Camp is powered by volunteers, won’t you consider lending a hand? Please, bring any work-related items that might be useful: gloves, hats, rags, rakes, cleaning supplies, pruning tools, etc. The camp has some tools available as well. (The focus for Feb. 5 & 19 is firewood.) 9:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m. Come when convenient and stay as long as you can. Any and all help is greatly appreciated! For more details or questions: 217-773-2491 www.jensenwoodscamp.com jensenwoodscamp@gmail.com 1498 275 E Street,…
Find out more »Koins for Kids
Join Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church for their inaugural Koins for Kids event! This family-friendly event will involve quarter based raffle items, so bring the family and bring the koins! A $5 meal will also be available for purchase before the event. The meal includes a maidrite, chips, dessert, and a drink. The doors open at 5 with festivities beginning at 6:30. All proceeds from this event go toward child based missions in our community.
Find out more »Toddler Time: Mommy & Me in the Gym
Tuesdays, Oct 4-Dec 20 | 9-11am This special drop-in playtime is just for parents and toddlers! Enjoy social time with other moms and dads while your little ones play in the gymnasium. All toddlers must be accompanied by an adult the entire time. Equipment will be provided for open play. Ages 5 and under Free for Members Non Members: $5 Adults (16+) per wk $3 Child (5 and under) per wk The Kroc Center 405 Vermont St Quincy, IL 62305 Learn more…
Find out more »Quincy University Annual Day of Service- Food Drive
On October 12th, Quincy University Students/Staff/Faculty are going to be sent out in the Quincy Community completing service projects and working with local organizations. One of the service projects is a local food drive. We are going to have students and a supervisors at most grocery stores around the Quincy area. We are going to be at Hy-Vee on both Broadway and Harrison Street, both County Markets on Broadway and Off of 24th street, both of the Save-a-lots on 12th…
Find out more »Change a Child’s Life – CASA
PRESS RELEASE Join us for a special presentation at Christ Lutheran Church, October 13, titled "Change a Child's Story - CASA" Want to learn more about being a CASA Volunteer or how you can support the Advocacy Network for Children? Join us for an informational presentation on Thursday, October 13 at 6:30pm at Christ Lutheran Church (333 S. 36th Street, Quincy). This event is FREE and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. No reservations required. Questions? Call…
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