It's Mother's Day weekend, which means there are several events happening in the Galesburg area for you to help celebrate your mom with.

Freaky Friday Mother’s Day Movie Night

What: This 2003 classic swaps Anna (Lindsay Lohan) with her mom (Jamie Lee Curtis) so they can experience life in each other’s shoes. Bring your mom to watch the story unfold.

When: 7 p.m. Friday

Where: The Orpheum Theater, 57 S. Kellogg St., Galesburg

Cost: Free admission

Elementary Earthworks LLC Grand Opening Plant Sale

What: The grand opening sale will feature herbs, vegetables and flowers for sale that were started from seed, including zinnias, marigolds, chamomile, bee balm, parsley, dill, lemongrass, jalapeños, bell peppers, specialty tomatoes and cucumbers. Cash, credit and debit accepted.

When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday and Saturday

Where: Elementary Earthworks LLC, 488 Yates St., Galesburg

Grand Opening

What: The Galesburg Chamber of Commerce will help celebrate with a ribbon cutting. Lunch from Hy-Vee will be served. Tour the building, participate in a craft led by the Galesburg Community Arts Center, take photos in the photo booth and meet children’s characters Elephant and Piggie. Library hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the grand opening program and activities from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. An ASL interpreter will provide services during the program.

When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday

Where: Galesburg Public Library, 40 E. Simmons St., Galesburg

Hy-Vee Carnival

What: The carnival includes the Galesburg Park & Rec mobile playground, dunk and bounce houses, a fast pitch inflatable, sno-cones, meet and greet with Blue and Bingo and food from the Henn House BBQ food truck. Hy-Vee is partnering with the local post office to Stamp Out Hunger. Help feed community families by bringing non-perishable food items to donate.

When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday

Where: Hy-Vee, 1975 National Ave., Galesburg

Derel Monteith at Craft on Seminary

What: The Derel Monteith Trio returns to Craft on Seminary Street with pianist Derel Monteith, bassist Andy Crawford and drummer Jason Brannon.

When: 7 p.m. Saturday

Where: Craft on Seminary Street, 41 S. Seminary St., Galesburg

Spring Open Studio

What: Enjoy open studio time.

When: 10 a.m. Saturday

Where: Hole in the Earth Pottery, 1167 N. Cherry St., Galesburg

Annual Yard Sale

What: Arrange a pickup/drop off with anyone on the department.

When: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 11

Where: Rio Fire Station, 304 E. Center Ave., Rio

Galesburg Farmers Market

What: The Galesburg Farmers' Market is a one-stop-shop for local goods, farm fresh fruits and vegetables, meats and eggs, honey, baked goods and prepared foods to handmade crafts and jewelry.

When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays from May 11 through September

Where: Downtown Galesburg near the corner of Simmons and Seminary

Second Saturdays: How does your garden grow?

What: Plant vegetables and seeds in the nature center garden bed and explore the Monarch Waystation Gardens and pollinator plot while learning about spring wildflowers. Take home a sunflower to grow. Class is held outdoors at the shelter, with a nature walk through the woods, so dress appropriately. The program is for all ages.

When: 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday

Where: Lakeside Nature Center shelter, 1033 S. Lake Storey, Galesburg

Cost: Free; donations welcomed

Acrylic Abstract Seascapes with Karen Noble

What: Create a seascape. Choose from various examples provided for inspiration, work from your imagination or your own experience. All materials and basic guidance provided, as Karen paints her own abstract version of sky, water and sailboats.

When: 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday

Where: Galesburg Community Arts Center, 349 E. Main St., Galesburg

Cost: $5 fee to take home canvas after class or feel free to bring your own

Mother’s Day Gifts: Candle Creations

What: Create a craft for Mother’s Day.

When: 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday

Where: Discovery Depot, 128 S. Chambers St., Galesburg

Cost: $2 with admission

Little Sprouts: Backyard Adventurer

What: Take home supplies to create a backyard adventurer kit. Class will be outdoors at the Lakeside Nature Center Shelter, with a nature walk through the woods, so dress appropriately. In inclement weather, this will inside the Nature Center building. For ages 2-5 and a caregiver.

When: 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 11

Where: Lakeside Nature Center shelter, 1033 S. Lake Storey, Galesburg

Cost: $5

Flamingo Sound Live

What: Enjoy music and beverages on the patio (weather permitting).

When: 6 p.m. Saturday

Where: Reserve Artisan Ales, 185 S. Kellogg St., Galesburg

Sandburg Song Bag Series

What: The Songbag Concert Series, named for Carl Sandburg's collection of songs and stories The American Songbag, aims to present musical showcases that honor the legacy of Carl Sandburg as a poet, writer, activist, musician and prophet. The first set starts at 2 p.m. and the second starts at 3:15 p.m. Refreshments served between sets. The performer May 12 is Carrie Sue and the Wood Burners of Urbana.

When: 2 p.m. Sunday, May 12

Where: The Barn at the Carl Sandburg State Historic Site: 313 E. Third St., Galesburg

Cost: $5 suggested donation

Coming next week:

Rootabaga Jazz Festival

What: The Rootabaga Jazz Festival features trumpeter Victor Garcia with three different groups, along with the Knox Alumni Big Band, the Faculty and Friends Combo, the Knox Jazz Ensemble, and area junior high and high school big bands. The festival reflects a unique collaboration between schools, businesses, and the Galesburg community. For the complete list of venues, admission fees and performances, see knox.edu/jazzyear.

When: Tuesday, May 14 through Saturday, May 18

Where: Galesburg Community Arts Center, United High School, Orpheum Theater and Galesburg Public Library, Galesburg

Cost: Varies with performance

Cocktails and Café

What: Cocktails & Café showcases local musicians, food and spirit vendors, a kid’s area and a non-profit outreach.

When: 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 15

Where: Downtown Park Plaza, Galesburg

Cost: Free admission

The Great Pages Circus

What: Performers are joined by liberty ponies, horses and camels that highlight aerial, juggling and clown acts. Earhart’s Globe of Death may make an appearance with adrenaline-rushing motorcycle mayhem.

When: 4:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 15 and Thursday, May 16

Where: 1392 Henderson Road, Knoxville

Cost: $20 for ages 13 and older; 2 free tickets for children ages 12 and younger with each adult ticket; additional children’s tickets for $3 each.

Kathi Edwards is a freelance correspondent.

This article originally appeared on Rockford Register Star: Here are 14 things to do Mother's Day weekend in Galesburg, Illinois