Community Calendar

Visit Beloit will welcome the American Cornhole Organization for the 6th annual event January 8-10, 2026. Join us for a charity event to kick it off!

The 2026 Beloit Major will be the sixth cornhole tournament hosted in Beloit, Wisconsin by the American Cornhole Organization (ACO). Players can register as a single player or as team of two. Single registered players will be partnered with another single registrant. The competition is set for Thursday, January 8th at the Eclipse Center. The event will run from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. with the tournament starting at 5:45 p.m.

Registration will be $10 per player or $20 for a team of two. There is no cost to attend for networking and viewing the competition. Registration for the event is limited to 64 players.

Beloit Meals on Wheels will be the charity partner receiving a funds from the event as well as any donations made during the event.

For more information about the American Cornhole Organization – Beloit Major, please visit: https://visitbeloit.com/cornhole/

Homecoming: In Color celebrates the reopening of Rockford Art Museum after a year-long renovation closure. This exhibition features a selection of popular pieces and hidden gems, showcasing the rich diversity of our revered collection. Come witness the power of art and community as we welcome you back to a vibrant space of creativity!

Chicago-based artist Michael x. Ryan gathers the quiet imprints we leave behind — from sidewalk stains and river paths to shower puddles and fallen tree limbs — and gives them form, weight, and voice. Through drawing, mapping, wood relief, and 3D printed objects, Ryan captures traces of human presence — the edge of a river, the imprint of a wet body, the marks on a street — and renders them as physical forms that evoke movement, memory, and place.

This exhibition brings together key installations spanning over four decades, from early works shaped by the Ox-Bow landscape to large-scale reliefs inspired by the streets of Chicago to one tree of interest on the family property in Woodstock, Illinois. By drawing attention to overlooked details, Ryan invites us to consider how our everyday movements shape the spaces we inhabit — and how those spaces, in turn, record and reflect our presence and passage through time.

Peoria Camera Club

Taft Gallery, December 1 – January 31
We are pleased to host the photography work of 12 artists from the Peoria Camera Club during December and January.

Participating artists include Joe Virbickis, Jill Attaway, Marilyn Rierma, Becky Dailey, Ray Keithly, Cindy Brackney, LaDean Spring, Tom Ruhland, Lori Townzen, Andrea Monninger, Bennett Johnson and Dan Ricks.
The Peoria Camera Club (PCC) was founded in 1954. Over these 70+ years, the PCC has worked to promote the art and science of photography in Central Illinois. As a group, PCC members produce a diverse array of images in both digital and print formats. They have received awards and recognitions at the local, regional and national levels. The PCC meets twice monthly from September through May. Website: www.peoriacameraclub.com

Select members of the Plein Air Painters Of Rockford (PAPOR) are exhibiting their interpretations of "The Thankful Path" to coincide with Klehm Arboretum's event by the same name. A selection of 24 original artworks is on display December 2 through mid-January 2026.

PAPOR posts their activities and Art results on their Facebook fan page - Plein Air Painters of Rockford

Rockford Art Guild Exhibit
Main Floor, December 12 – January 16
Opening Reception, December 13​

​In 1955, a group of 10 area artists formed the Rockford Amateur Artists, whose mission was to hone their expertise and expand community awareness of and exposure to the visual arts. Rockford Art Guild (RAG), as it is now known, is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. Their mission is to promote, exhibit, and preserve visual art, focusing on education and creative exploration.

Did you know that most of the board games you love were created in the United States? Kick off a year-long celebration of America’s 250th anniversary with games including Monopoly, Life, and Ticket to Ride. Drop in for a quick game or spend two hours exploring different games.

This program is intended for teens in grades 6-12. All participants will receive a snack. No registration is required.

For more information, please contact Steven at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3400 or at stevenm@dkpl.org.

Huey and The News Tribute
FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, 2026 | 8:00 PM

Tickets start at $43, Members save 30%
(All-in pricing includes $4 Box Office Fee. An $8 Order fee will be applied at checkout to the entire order)
In an age of big hair and wild fashion, Huey Lewis & The News summed it up best with “Hip To Be Square.” This talented band built a huge following with hits like “The Power of Love,” “The Heart of Rock & Roll,” and “I Want a New Drug.”
Get ready to relive the unforgettable sound of Huey Lewis & The News with this high-energy tribute that captures the spirit, soul, and feel-good hits of the iconic band that defined a generation. From “The Power of Love” to “Hip to Be Square,” you’ll be singing along all night as Soundtracks of a Generation brings these timeless classics to life on stage!
Recommended: 12+

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Order Fee – A $8 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue.

Premium Seat Fee – $6 Premium seat fee is based on location/additional leg room and indicated with a light blue color on the seating chart.

Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.

Questions? Contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org
Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.

Homecoming: In Color celebrates the reopening of Rockford Art Museum after a year-long renovation closure. This exhibition features a selection of popular pieces and hidden gems, showcasing the rich diversity of our revered collection. Come witness the power of art and community as we welcome you back to a vibrant space of creativity!

Chicago-based artist Michael x. Ryan gathers the quiet imprints we leave behind — from sidewalk stains and river paths to shower puddles and fallen tree limbs — and gives them form, weight, and voice. Through drawing, mapping, wood relief, and 3D printed objects, Ryan captures traces of human presence — the edge of a river, the imprint of a wet body, the marks on a street — and renders them as physical forms that evoke movement, memory, and place.

This exhibition brings together key installations spanning over four decades, from early works shaped by the Ox-Bow landscape to large-scale reliefs inspired by the streets of Chicago to one tree of interest on the family property in Woodstock, Illinois. By drawing attention to overlooked details, Ryan invites us to consider how our everyday movements shape the spaces we inhabit — and how those spaces, in turn, record and reflect our presence and passage through time.