Programs

An array of class offerings and smaller scale events typically geared towards participants aged 12 and over.

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Familiar Figures | Opening Reception

Join us for an evening celebrating the opening of Familiar Figures, an exhibition of paintings by Macomb artist Janice Rockwell, and stay for her artist talk at 6:00!
Rockwell’s paintings begin with something deeply personal: black-and-white family photos from her own childhood and recent snapshots of her grandchildren. Through layers of color, texture, and palette knife work, she transforms these quiet images into vibrant expressions of love, memory, and connection across generations.
This exhibit is sponsored by Carolyn Wright – State Farm and Ciara Icenogle – Country Financial
Date & Time | Friday, May 15th, at 5 – 7 p.m., Artists talk at 6 p.m.

Location | The Hub, 210 N. Congress St., Rushville Il. 62681

Facebook Event

There is no registration required for this event, but feel free to let us (and all your friends) know you’re coming by checking out the Facebook event page.

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End of School Open Studio

We are celebrating the end of school with free open studio hours!
Drop by any time between 1 – 5 p.m. and start your summer vacation off right! We’ll have several craft stations and an area for free create set out.
*Children under 12 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.*

Date & Time | Wednesday, May 20th, from 1 – 5 p.m.

Location | The Hub, 210 N. Congress St., Rushville Il., 62681

Facebook Event

There is no registration required for this event, but feel free to let us (and all your friends) know you’re coming by checking out the Facebook event page.

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Photo Embroidery Workshop

We are hosting an introductory photo embroidering workshop! Photo embroidery is a form of manual photo editing, and fun way to add color and texture to your favorite images. Bring a couple photo prints to experiment with, and instructor Xochi Anderson will help you to embroider them!

Date & Time | Thursday, May 21st, from 6 – 8 p.m.

Location | The Hub, 210 N. Congress St., Rushville Il., 62681

Registration | $10 | Hub Club Discount Available

Register Here

Online payments only.

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Watercolor Bubble Prints at the Farmers Market

The Hub is partnering with the Rushville Chamber of Commerce and the Farmers Market to offer free crafts during the fourth Tuesday market of each month!
For this first month we will have a table set up where market-goers of all ages can make colorful prints using bubbles!

Date & Time | Tuesday, May 26th, from 5 – 7 p.m.

Location | The Rushville Square, 100 N. Congress St., Rushville Il., 62681

Facebook Event

There is no registration required for this event, but feel free to let us (and all your friends) know you’re coming by checking out the Facebook event page.

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Create & Connect | Affirmation Decks

For this Create & Connect we will be making affirmation decks using old playing cards and a variety of mediums.

Create & Connect is a collaborative program between the Hub, and licensed social worker, Alex Chiatello. The group provides free opportunities for creative expression and fosters open dialogue around mental health.

This program is 12+

Instructors | Alex Chiatello & Xochi Anderson

Date & Time | Wednesday, May 27th, from 6 – 8 p.m.

Register Here

This program is free, but we ask that you register in advance to reserve your spot. 

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Gnome Decorating Open Studio

Gnome Roam is coming back this summer, but first we need your help! Our Gnome friends are feeling a little rough right now, and they want to look their very best for the Gnome Roam!
Join us for an afternoon decorating gnomes in an open studio for all ages (children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult). Gnomes decorated during this open studio will be featured in our second annual Gnome Roam taking place this summer. 

Date & Time | Friday, May 29th, from 2 – 6 p.m.

Location | The Hub, 210 N. Congress St., Rushville Il., 62681

Facebook Event

There is no registration required for this event, but feel free to let us (and all your friends) know you’re coming by checking out the Facebook event page.

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Nicholas Welch Land Grant &

The Autobiography of Black Hawk

Community Conversations | History Belongs to All of Us

Join us for the next session of Community Conversations: History Belongs to All of Us, a free, facilitated program series brought to you by The Hub – Arts & Cultural Center in partnership with Illinois Humanities! In this series we’ll be exploring local history through facilitated conversations and humanities-driven activities that center curiosity and active listening, encourage fresh perspectives, and highlight the wealth that comes from remaining connected to one another.

The War of 1812 had a dramatic impact on Illinois Territory, especially for those who migrated into the territory afterward and for those Native communities who were forced to migrate away from it.
In this Community Conversation we will discuss that impact using two documents to help provide context, a United States-issued land grant and a first-hand account from a Native American living in Illinois territory at the time. The Nicholas Welch land grant is believed to include a tract of land located in present-day Schuyler County, so this conversation holds specific relevance to the history of our community. In this session, we hope to explore the many meanings we attach to land and how those meanings echo today.

Bring your curiosity, and your appetite, because The Bread Basket is bringing the snacks! 

This event is free and open to the public, recommended for participants high school age and up.

Facilitators | Moe Billingsley & Xochi Anderson

Date & Time | Sunday, May 31st, from 2 – 4 p.m.

Location | The Schuyler Jail Museum, 200 N. Congress St., Rushville Il., 62681

Save the Dates for the rest of the series: June 28 | July 19, 2026 at 2:00 PM

Facebook Event Page

There is no registration required for this event, but feel free to let us (and all your friends) know you’re coming by checking out the Facebook event page.

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Ukulele Club

Ukulele Club is open to players of all skill levels and abilities, all you need to join in is a Ukulele! Meetings are lead by Christina Hardy, on Wednesday and Friday evenings (be sure to check dates listed below and watch the Facebook group for updates and schedule changes.)
*Children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.*

Practice Dates | May 13, & 20

Time | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Ukulele Club Facebook Group
Sign up for Club Messages

There is no registration required for these events, but we encourage you to join the Ukulele Club group on Facebook for the most current information on meetings & events.

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Photo Club | Texture

Photo Club is a space where local photographers of all skill levels can meet on a monthly basis to share work, learn new skills, and inspire each other to get out and take more photos! You do not need to have participated in previous meetings or have photos submitted for the review in order to participate. All you need to do is show up and be excited to talk about photography!
If you would like to submit photos for review please email xochi@thehubart.com for information on the current prompt and submission guidelines.
This is a free club, but a donation of $5 is appreciated if possible!

Date & Time | Sunday, June 14th from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

If weather allows, we will take a short photo walk around the sqaure after our review, so be sure to bring your camera!

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Second Tuesday Music on the Square 

Second Tuesdays | Music on the Square are back and we are starting off strong with a performance by Tim Harting! Tim is based out of Macomb, Il. and plays a variety of genres with a tendency toward 90’s punk and dad jokes – you definitely don’t want to miss out on this one!
Come listen to live music on the square while you shop at the Farmers’ Market or just enjoy central park on the second Tuesday of each month this summer! We have musicians lined up to perform for us from May through September, so keep an eye out for the rest of the series!
Second Tuesdays Music on the Square is presented to you in partnership by the Rushville Chamber of Commerce and the Hub – Arts & Cultural Center
This Second Tuesdays Music on the Square is made possible by a sponsorship by Moreland & Devitt Pharmacy! Thank you for helping us support our local musicians!

Date & Time | Tuesday, May 12th, at 5 p.m.

Location | Central Park Gazebo, 100 N. Congress St., Rushville Il. 62681

Facebook Event

There is no registration required for this event, but feel free to let us (and all your friends) know you’re coming by checking out the Facebook event page.

These programs are sponsored by The Kitchen & Bath Shoppe