Upcoming Events
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JULMARKNAD (Christmas Market) in Bishop Hill, Illinois
11.28 / 10:00 AM
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Nyckelharpa Concerts with Lisa Horngren
11.28 / 1:00 PM
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City of Galva Announces Ol’ Fashioned Christmas Events Schedule
11.29 / 9:00 AM
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JULMARKNAD (Christmas Market) in Bishop Hill, Illinois
12.06 / 10:00 AM
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World-Renowned Swedish Vocal Quartet Kongero
12.06 / 6:00 PM
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LUCIA NIGHTS (Festival of Lights) in Bishop Hill, Illinois
12.12 / 6:00 PM
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Galva American Legion Veterans Breakfast
12.13 / 7:30 AM
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LUCIA NIGHTS (Festival of Lights) in Bishop Hill, Illinois
12.13 / 6:00 PM
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Acres of Parkland
25+
Musical Acts a Year
80%
Residents of Scandinavian Ancestry
43.9
Median Age of Residents
Galva News & Announcements
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We’re Hiring! The City of Galva Water and Sewer Department is Looking for a Full-Time Maintenance Worker.
Applications are due December 8, 2025, and can be found at – Galva City Hall 311 NW 4th Ave, Galva IL City of Galva JOB DESCRIPTIONDepartment: Water/WastewaterTitle: Maintenance WorkerReports to: Water/Wastewater SuperintendentSalary: starts at $21.98/hr with a competitive benefits package including health, life and dental insurances, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and IMRF pension Purpose of Position:Under general direction, assists in completing assigned tasks from t…
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LOVE TREE 2025
Beta Sigma Phi's annual Love Tree program is now underway! If you are able to help a child in need this holiday season, please pick up an ornament located at the Galva Senior Citizens Center, Community State Bank, or the State Bank of Toulon.
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State Representative Travis Weaver Features Galva Native Carlin Follis in His First Citizen Spotlight
From State Representative Travis Weaver's Facebook 9:35am November 18, 2025: I would like to recognize Carlin Follis as the first honoree in our Citizen Spotlight feature. For decades, Carlin has made significant contributions to her community in Galva as a volunteer, leader, and dedicated professional. As her nominator stated, Carlin has volunteered her time to any cause that needs help, and her efforts have touched nearly every aspect of community life in Galva and bey…
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**UPDATED: Galva Fire Chief Nate Byers Issues Burn Ban Until Further Notice
**The Galva Fire District burn ban is lifted as of 8:00am, October 10, 2025** Due to extremely dry conditions, the Galva Community Fire Department has issued a burn ban for all of the Galva Fire District, including the City of Galva until further notice. For updates, continue to monitor this webpage. View the Galva Fire District map at the link below.
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City of Galva Announces Fire Hydrant Flushing Schedule
The City of Galva Water Department will be flushing fire hydrants between October 7th - October 17th. The water department will start in the SE and SW quadrants of town and will end in the NW and NE quadrants. Rusty water can occur in ANY part of the town during this time, so it is suggested that residents run their water through their lines for a few minutes before washing any clothes in their washing machines. This is an announcement by your City of Galva Superi…
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Galva Arts Council Awarded $120,000 Grant to Continue Levitt AMP Galva Music Series Through 2028
The Galva Arts Council is thrilled to announce that it has been selected by the Levitt Foundation as a returning grantee for the 2026–2028 Levitt AMP Galva Music Series, securing a three-year grant totaling $120,000. The grant will be dispersed in annual increments of up to $40,000 and requires a dollar-for-dollar match from the community. This funding ensures the continuation of one of the area's most beloved traditions, bringing 10 free, family-friendly concerts to Wil…
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Cécilia Brings Spirited Celtic and Québecois Music to Cambridge, IL
Cà d'Zan House Concerts is honored to present Cécilia, one of Canada’s most dynamic and exciting traditional music groups, on Sunday, September 21st. The evening begins with a potluck and social hour from 6:00–7:00 PM, followed by the concert at 7:00 PM. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. This all-ages event has a suggested donation of $20–30 to support the artists. About Cécilia Cécilia is the inspired collaboration of three of Canada’s…
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Enjoy Jordbruksdagarna (Ag Days) in Historic Bishop Hill!
The annual 19th century harvest festival Jordbruksdagarna (pronounced yord-brooks-DAH-ga-na) will take place Saturday September 27 and Sunday September 28, 2025 in historic Bishop Hill, IL. As always, there will be a variety of traditional craft demonstrations, food, vendors, and hands-on activities for the children during the 53rd Jordbruksdagarna (Swedish for “agricultural days”) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Demonstrations, hands-on activities, music, and the history…
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