Tag: community

  • Shuttle to Broom Orchard – Apple Festival

    Hop on the bus and head to fall fun! Join us for a trip to the beloved Broom Orchard for their annual Apple Festival, filled with seasonal treats, local vendors, and all the crisp autumn charm you can handle. A shuttle will run every 30 minutes from campus to the orchard and back, making it […]

  • Science Roots: The Alumni Hour

    Calling all biology buffs, chemistry champs, physics fanatics, and science-minded Beavers of all kinds! Join us for a special Science Major Reunion in the heart of where it all began—Mahan Science Center. Reconnect with former classmates, favorite professors, and fellow alumni who shared your love of lab coats, research papers, and late-night study sessions. Enjoy […]

  • Physical Plant/New Con Reunion

    Calling all alumni who rolled up their sleeves and helped keep Blackburn running—whether you fixed, built, landscaped, or maintained it all through the Work Program, this reunion is for you! Join us at the current Physical Plant building for the Physical Plant/New Con Reunion, a special gathering for those who worked in maintenance, construction, or […]

  • Pigger

    For the first time in Blackburn history, the legendary tradition of Pigger will be held right here on campus—and you’re invited to be part of it! Pigger has been a beloved part of Blackburn’s past, and now we’re bringing the fun home. Join us for a day of games, food, music, and all the quirky, […]

  • Beatles Mass

    Join us for a unique and inspiring worship experience as we explore messages of peace, love, and hope through the timeless music of The Beatles. Held in the beautiful Clegg Chapel, this special Sunday service will blend scripture, reflection, and the iconic melodies that have touched hearts for generations.

  • Blackburn College Music Showcase

    Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

    The Blackburn Music Showcase, Friday, October 3 at 7:00 pm in Bothwell Auditorium, will set the stage for the Music Program’s full 2024-2025 season. This performance displays a wide variety of choral, solo, and ensemble pieces that give the audience a sample of what music students and the Music Department will be working on for […]

  • Admissions Open House Event

    Demuzio Center Blackburn College 700 College Ave., Carlinville, Illinois

    Reserve your spot > ### Discover Life As A Blackburn College Student at Upcoming Fall Open House Event Meet Professors and Students, Explore Campus, Receive Instant Admissions, and Learn about the Powerful Impact of our Distinct Work Program When You Attend Blackburn College will welcome interested students and families to campus for a Fall Open […]

  • Folk Festival with City of Carlinville (Bothwell Auditorium)

    Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

    This semester’s staged production is occurring in collaboration with the City of Carlinville on Saturday, October 18th at 11:00 am. Due to inclement weather, the event will move from Tom Thumb Park to Bothwell Auditorium on the Blackburn College campus. This performance will feature students performing both traditional and modern folk music along with accompanying […]