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Calendar P.O. Box 5256 Springfield, IL 62705 Dates, times and locations are subject to last-minute changes, so we suggest calling before attending the event.
FESTIVALS & HALLOWEEN
Abe’s Corn Maze Oct 24-25, 31, 10am-6pm Sat and Sun, Ten-acre corn maze, inflatables, pony rides, petting zoo, flea market, cruise in, health and safety fair, flashlight maze & fireworks. $5-$3. For more information, call 522-5632 or e- mail [email protected]. iWorship Center, 3200 Shaler Road.
Annual Adult Costume Party Oct 24, 8pm-12am, Come in costume. Prizes for best costume. Firefighters- Postal Lake Club, 940 W. Lake Shore Dr.
Boo Crew Haunted House Oct 23-25, 30-31, 6:30pm, Weekends in October. 2009 theme is Dr. Griswold’s Experimentorium. (Kid’s Open House Oct 24, 1-4pm.), Cooper Township Facitlity, 6500 Jett Rd, Rochester.
Downtown Halloween Party Oct 24, 9:30pm-3am, Free Halloween Party with DJ Blake and Star Talent Events Entertainment. Cash prize costume contest. For info, call 528-5100. State House Inn, 101 E. Adams St.
Eagles #437 Octoberfest Oct 24, 12-7pm, Fraternal Order of Eagles #437, 2700 E Ash St, 544- 9849.
Ghost Stories Oct 24, 6-8pm, For ages ten and older, includes a special night time tour. Free. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence. For info call 782-6776.
Halloween at the Market Oct 31, 8am-12:30pm, Children’s and canine costume contests and other family-oriented activities. Adams Street between Fifth & Third. For info, call Ann at 544-1723. Downtown Springfield.
Harvest Fest Nov 01, 10am-3pm, The Pleasant Plains Community Club is hosting its 2nd Annual Harvest Fest and Craft Sale. Variety of vendors on hand. The Club will also be serving vegetable soup, chili, hot dogs, chips and drinks, for lunch. For info call 652-8299. Pleasant Plains Firehouse, Buckeye Rd, Pleasant Plains.
Haunted Nights of History Oct 22-23, 7-9pm, Bring the family to Edwards Place after nightfall for some spooky fun with a historic twist. Tours begin each half hour. Pictures taken in artsy photo booth, children’s activities. $3 adults, $2 children. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. For more info, call 523-2631. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St.
International Festival Oct 25, 5-8pm, “Dancing Under the Stars” theme to celebrate International Year of Astronomy. Performances, booths, food and music representing countries from around the world. For more information, call 206- 6678 or e-mail [email protected]. University of Illinois at Springfield, Lower Level of Public Affairs Center & Studio Theatre, Springfield. University of Illinois at Springfield, One University Plaza.
Monster Mash Oct 30, 6-8pm, Halloween costume party for people with disabilities. Includes music, dancing and costume contests. Register one week in advance, call 544-1751. Lincoln Greens Golf Course, 700 E. Lake Shore Dr.
NSPOA Haunted Hayrack Ride Oct 24, 7-11pm Sat, NSPOA Campground, 19168 Jellystone Rd, Petersburg, 416-0975.
Spfld. Jaycees Haunted House Oct 22-31, 6:30-9pm weeknights, 6:30-11pm weekends, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Avenue.
Terror on the Square Oct 23-25, 29-31, 7-11pm, Weekends through October. Unique professional haunted house with Disney style ghost illusions set in an actual 1930s funeral home. One-of-a- kind haunt with illusions, creepy setting and special effects. $8 adults, $7 kids, $15 terror pass. For info visit terrorontheweb.com. Petersburg Square, N 7th St. at W. Douglas Ave. Petersburg.
Where Are the Wild Things Oct 25, 12-5pm, Family Halloween event. Entertainment, hands-on learning stations, games, activities, crafts, door prizes, treats and more. $2 trickor-treaters, $1 adults. For info, e-mail [email protected] or call 782-5993. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St.
BOOKS & AUTHORS
Illinois College Sigma Tau Delta Poetry Slam Oct 29, 8:30pm, Features students, faculty, staff and members of community in a poetry competition. Poets should prepare three original pieces to perform in less than three minutes, 10 seconds each. Performer registration at 8 p.m. Illinois College Icebox
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