42
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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Journey to Galva, Illinois
A Book by local writer and digital art creator, Jordan Murray, will be available to check out at the Galva Library. A heartfelt tribute to the people who built Galva- and to every child discovering where their own story begins. The story follows Anders, a young Swedish boy, as he experiences the push/pull migration from Gavle, Sweden to Galva, Illinois.
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Galva City Hall Hosts Free Digital Literacy Course
The American Job Center will provide a free digital literacy class at 2pm February 10, 2026 at Galva City Hall, 311 NW 4th Ave. In this class, you will learn the following: How to access the internet, how to use a mouse, how to search the internet safely, how to create and use email effectively, and how to navigate the file system.
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Crossroads Cultural Connections Lists 2025 Achievements, Excited for What Is To Come.
Crossroads Cultural Connections 2025 Year-End Impact Report Creating Connection. Inspiring Curiosity. Strengthening Community. ________________________________________ Dear Friends, As 2025 comes to a close, we’ve been reflecting on what an extraordinary year this has been for Crossroads Cultural Connections — and how much of it is because of people like you. Whether you came to a show, cooked a dish for a potluck, donated, told a friend, or simply welcomed a…
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Galva Park District to Receive $600,000 State Grant
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 15, 2026 Galva Park District receives Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant for developing public parks and outdoor recreational space. [Galva, IL] – Galva Park District today announced that it has been selected to receive a $600,000 Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant from the State of Illinois for renovations and new amenities on the Park District grounds. Governor JB Pritzker and the Il…
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City of Galva Celebrates Adoption of the Galva Comprehensive Plan 2025
The City of Galva is proud to announce the official adoption of the Galva Comprehensive Plan 2025, a milestone achievement that sets a clear, community-driven vision for the city’s future. Developed with the assistance of Hometown Consulting, the plan represents months of collaboration, public engagement, and strategic analysis focused on strengthening Galva for generations to come. A comprehensive plan is a long-range guide that helps communities make informed decisions…
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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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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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