To honor America’s 250th Birthday this year, the Bishop Hill Heritage Association is hosting a variety of programs that look at various aspects of U.S. history. On Saturday, May 2, 2026, the Bishop Hill Heritage Association is hosting Women’s Baseball in Illinois and the Midwest program in Bishop Hill, IL. In this presentation, historian and […]

Crossroads Cultural Connections is honored to present an unforgettable evening with internationally renowned guitarist Claude Bourbon on Wednesday, May 6 at Bishop Hill Creative Commons. This special performance is part of Bourbon’s Farewell Tour, marking what is expected to be his final tour across the United States. The evening will begin at 6:00 PM with […]

Crossroads Cultural Connections is pleased to present an evening of heartfelt songwriting and engaging live performance with Zach Pietrini and Marky Hladish on Saturday, May 9 at Bishop Hill Creative Commons. The evening will begin at 6:00 PM with an optional potluck dinner, offering guests a chance to gather and connect before the performance. Attendees […]

Crossroads Cultural Connections is proud to present an extraordinary evening of live music with multi-GRAMMY nominated singer-songwriter Ingrid Andress on Monday, May 11 at Bishop Hill Creative Commons, with opening support from Angela Meyer. The evening will begin at 6:00 PM with an optional potluck dinner, offering guests a chance to gather and connect before […]

Genres: Soul, Rock, R&B Jed Harrelson is a Nashville-based soul artist blending Soul, Rock, and R&B into a sound that feels both timeless and fresh. With a fiercely independent spirit, he’s steadily built momentum through a growing catalog of releases and a reputation for emotionally charged performances. Originally from Texarkana, Harrelson sharpened his sound in […]

Genres: Acoustic indie, indie-folk, singer-songwriter Jon Hayes is an indie-folk songwriter whose music invites listeners into something real—honest stories, thoughtful melodies, and songs that linger long after the final note. Based in Kalamazoo, Hayes has carved out a space as a deeply personal artist, writing about time, healing, and the human experience with sincerity and […]

Unique Vibrationz is a genre-blending band out of Des Moines that thrives on movement, energy, and connection. Seamlessly weaving together hip-hop, soul, jazz, rock, and R&B, their sound shifts effortlessly while staying grounded in groove and purpose. Their music is built around themes of unity, perseverance, and love—delivered with a style that feels both polished […]

The Lavender Project is an alternative hip-hop collective rooted in collaboration, creativity, and a fearless approach to sound. Emerging from the La Crosse music scene, the group grew out of jam sessions and shared musical curiosity—blending hip-hop foundations with experimental textures and live instrumentation. The result is a style that feels fluid, layered, and constantly […]

Bring family and friends and spend the morning to help paint downtown crosswalks with designs inspired by the winners of the 2025 Crosswalk Design Competition. Paint tools and refreshments will […]