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FAIRS & FESTIVALS
Decatur Celebration August 7-9, Free family street festival celebrating 200th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln with National Lincoln look alike contest, Midwest Rail Splitting competition, Chris Vallillo singing songs of Lincoln and more. For info, call 423- 4222 or www.decaturcelebration.com.
Farmer’s Picnic Aug 6-8. Carnival, pedal tractor pull, ice cream social, beer tents, food, car show, antique tractor show, parade, art and crafts show. Mount Auburn.
Logan County Fair Aug 3-9, Daily activities include 4-H shows, livestock judging, tractor pulls, demolition derby, talent show, queen pageant, live entertainment, food, games and displays. Fairgrounds, Woodlawn & Lincoln Hwy, Lincoln.
BOOKS & AUTHORS
New Book Sale Jul 30, 10am-6pm and Jul 31, 7am- 4pm, St. John’s Hospital Conference Room R and S. Benefits Children’s Miracle Network.
THEATER & COMEDY
“Into the Woods” Jul 30-Aug 9 Thu-Sun, 7:30pm, Jacksonville Theatre Guild’s rendition of Tony Award-winning musical by Stephen Sondheim follows story of a baker and his wife cursed with childlessness by the witch next door. $12 adults, $6 children. Sophie Leschin Theatre, 1201 S. Main St. For more info, contact 245-1402 or www.jaxtg.com
The Civil War Jul 30-31 and Aug 1, 8pm (pre-show 7:15pm July 24-26 only) Dramatic theatrical concert embracing Civil War spirit with cast of 21 actors, orchestra and performance of 26 songs. Bring lawn chair or blanket. $12-$5. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Union Square Park. Tickets, 558-8934 or presidentlincoln.org.
The Last Five Years Jul 24-25, 31 and Aug 1, 8pm, and Aug 2, 2pm Tale about love found and lost employs unconventional narrative and diverse musical score ranging from klezmer to rock. $16 adult, 15 senior/students. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St. For info or tickets, 523-2787 or www.scfta.org.
Comedian JR Brow Jul 31, 7:30pm and 9:30pm and Aug 1, 8:30pm, $13, $15 vip. For info visit funnyboneofspringfield.com.
Comedians Dak Rakow & Ted Denson Jul 31 and Aug 1, 8pm, Rakow headlines with special guest Denson. $12.50. Mason City Limits Comedy Club, 114 E. Chestnut St. Mason City. For info, contact Clammy at 482-5233 or visit www.mclimits.com
MUSIC: GENERAL EVENTS
Artist on the Plaza Jul 30, 12-1pm, Sam Crain on jazz guitar. Old State Capitol Plaza South. For more info, call the Springfield Arts Council at 753-3519 or visit www.springfieldartsco.org.
Explorational Potluck and Drumming Jul-Sep, First and Third Tuesdays. 6pm, Bring Vegan dish (no dairy or meat). 7- 8pm, Bring hand drums to be a part of the experience. 15 yrs old & up. Washington Park playground. Free. For more info, contact Rhiannon at 773- 677-9240
Open Mike Gospel Sing Aug 1, 6:30pm, Concert with supper at 5:30pm. To sing or play call Jim Peek 787-7312 or Doug Bell at 741-6323. Roanoke Bapist Church, 2355 S. Second St
Songwriters Showcase Aug 7, 6-8pm, An Evening of art, songs and stories featuring local musicians: Ken Carlyle, Tom Irwin and Eva Hunter. Hosted by Jeff Davidsmeyer. Free. Three Legged Dog Cafe, 27 South Central Park Plaza. Jacksonville. For more info, contact Josh Butcher at 243-4769 or visit www.threeleggeddogcafe.com
Sound Celebration Chorus “Guests Come First” First Mon of month starting Aug 3, 7pm, Join women’s acapella harmony singing group for special vocal lessons and activities designed for guests. Third floor, Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St. For info call Lori Strode 523- 4363.
Speak on Holy Ground First Sat monthly, 7-11pm, Special guests, karaoke, open mic, poetry, music, testimonies, and spoken word. Free. Holy Ground Coffee House, 304 W. Allen. For info, call 306-2592 or see www.cggm.org/events.
