Tap Dogs Nov 01, 4pm, International sensation and winner of 11 international awards, Tap Dogs, is a rough, tough, rocking theatrical entertainment. For more information, call 206-6160. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plz.
ART & GALLERIES
“A Moment” Nov 02-12, Opens 9am Mon-Sat, 1- 4pm Sun, MarySusan Farmer’s drawings and paintings on display in library rotunda cases. For info, call the library at 243-5435. Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave, Jacksonville.
“Crossing Over” Oct 29-30, Nov 02-06, 09-12, 8am- 4:30pm Mon-Fri, Free exhibit through Nov. 12 by ceramic artist Lori Evans of St. Charles. Upper floor of Menard Hall. LLCC James S. Murray Gallery.
A View from Afar Nov 06-07, 10-12, 10am-5:30pm Tue- Fri, 10am-3pm Sa, Reflections on both past and future preceptions with Shirley Caldwell Smith, watercolor; Tiffany Beane, portraiture; Poppy Vincent, jewelry. H.D. Smith Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St.
Brown Bag Art Lecture Oct 30, 12pm, Sheri Ramsey, wellknown Springfield pastel artist, teacher and exhibitor, will give a talk on Art of India since 1947 (Independence). Includes a power point presentation. For more info call 523-2631. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St.
Chatham Art 2009 Nov 01-07, 09-12, 9am-8pm Mon-Thur, 9am-4pm Fri-Sa, “Promise in Vision” showcases the work of 27 area artists, including Chris Spangler, Amanda Grieve, George King, Rosemary Buffington and many others. Opening reception Nov. 7, 2-4 p.m. For more info call 483-2713. Chatham Area Public Library, 600 E. Spruce, Chatham.
Chepik Closing Reception Nov 05, 6:30-8:30pm, Gallery talk by UIS Associate Professor Rosina Neginsky, personal friend of the artist and author of Sergei Chepik: Between East and West. Closing reception occurs together with the 2.2 release gala for Quiddity International Literary Journal which includes Sergei Chepik as a featured artist. Brinkerhoff Home, Benedictine campus.
Hawker Photography Exhibit Oct 29-31, Nov 03-07, 10-12, 10am- 4pm Tue-Sat, SIU photographer Jim Hawker’s works on display. Open to public. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St.
Hidden Truths Oct 29-30, 10am-2pm Tue-Fri, Through Oct 30 see the vivid and textured work of Sandra Perlow. Free. For more information, call 522-8977 or e-mail [email protected]. Robert Morris Gallery, 607 E. Adams.
Holiday Fine Arts and Crafts Nov 07-08, 10am-7:30pm Sat, 11am- 4pm Sun, Prairie Art Alliance juried artist members present Holiday Open House with fine arts and crafts including ceramics, fiber, jewelry, sculpture, glass, mixed media, painting and so much more. H.D. Smith Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St.
Khara Koffel Nov 05, 09-12, 11am-6pm Mon-Thu, Installations using specific objects related to her life by Koffel, a MacMurry College Art Professor. UIS Visual Arts Gallery, Health and Sciences Building, room 201.
Oil and Acrylic Exhibit Oct 29-30, 7am-3:30pm Mon-Fri, 9am- 3pm Sat, Toni Wrightsman’s oil and acrylic’s on display through October. Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St.
Our Views Speak Volumes Oct 29-31, 10am-5pm Tue-Fri, 10am- 3pm Sat, Lorraine Pilcher, acrylic; Kathy Lesle, mixed media; Morgan Elser, mixed media sculpture; Hugh Henderson, ceramics; Keith Rice, ceramics. For more info, contact Prairie Art Alliance at 544-2787, Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St.
Paint and Patchwork: Rod Buffington Retrospective Oct 29-31, Exhibition featuring watercolor quilts of Springfield artist Rod Buffington. For info, call 523-2631. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St.
Sangamon Watercolor Society Exhibit Oct 29-30, Nov 02, regular business hours, Public invited to annual Fall allmember exhibit. Watts Copy Systems, 2860 Stanton Ave.
Transitions Art Show Oct 31, Nov 01, 07-08, 12-4pm Sat and 12-5pm Sun, Through Nov. 15. Menard County’s newest art gallery run by the PORTA Community Problem Solvers. Prairie Palette Art Gallery, on the square, Petersburg.
FILM & TELEVISION
“Rachel” - Haunting of Springfield High Oct 29, 9:30pm, Springfield Public Schools Students Film Club 30-minute video documentary about the ghost that haunts Springfield High School. For more information, contact Dave Heinzel at 816-6297 or email [email protected]. Access-4 Public Access Station.
CHILDREN’S CORNER
Kicks on 66 Oktoberfest Oct 31, 3-8pm, ‘Trunk or Treat’ from 5- 8pm. Free family event with pumpkin painting and fun activities for kids of all ages. Weiner roast and food available for purchase. Kicks, 2744 S. Sixth St.
Safe Trick-or-Treating Event Oct 30, 5:30-7:30pm, The historic site will be decorated for Halloween with candy give-a-ways at each historic house and activities highlighting the 2009 Lincoln Bicentennial. Free and open to children ages 3-12. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St.
BULLETIN BOARD
APL Pet Adoptions Oct 31, 11am-2pm, Dogs at Ace Hardware. Car wash and pet adoption at Green Hyundai on Dirksen Parkway.
Comedy in the City Oct 30, 6:30pm, The Pregnancy Care Center’s sixth annual fundraiser. Activities include dinner, silent and live auctions, and performance by nationaltouring comedian, Dave Dugan. $50. For more info or to reserve tickets, call 525- 5630. Northfield Inn Suites & Conference Center, 3280 Northfield Dr.
Comics and Cultural Diversity Nov 05, 2pm-4pm, Dr. Royal proposes that graphic narratives - e.g. comic books, comic strips and graphic novels - highlight many issues surrounding race and ethnicity. Free. For more information, call 206- 6245 or e-mail [email protected]. Brookens Auditorium, UIS Campus.
Critical Mass Oct 30, 5:30-7pm, Last Friday of month bicyclists meet. Ride is slow paced to accommodate everyone. Free. For more info,contact Sara Gillman at [email protected]. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plz.
Dessert & Dazzle Nov 05, 7-9pm, Choreographed vocal entertainment by SHG students, complimentary gourmet desserts from Cafe Moxo and art displays from Springfield Art Association’s permanent gallery. SHG’s vocal music department and spring musical fundraiser. East Campus, 1200 W. Washington St. Free admission, donations during event. For info or to RSVP call 787-9732.
Fine Arts Boutique Nov 06, 11am-7pm, Twenty area artists display and sell their artwork. Light refreshments and cash bar. Sponsored by Sangamon County Medical Society and Alliance Foundation to raise grant money to award to community organiztions that promote better health. $15. For tickets or more info call 726-7796. Panther Creek Country Club, 3001 Panther Creek Dr.
Fun With Words Spelling Bee Nov 06, 6:30-10pm, Junior League of Springfield’s untraditional Spelling Bee Trivia Night including word games. Cash and door prizes, 50-50 raffle. Call 241- 6153 to reserve a table. President Abraham Lincoln Hotel & Concerence Center, 701 East Adams.
Giving and Pets in Need Trees Nov 06-12, 8am-6pm Mon-Sat, 11am- 4pm Sun, Through Dec. 19, Green View Nursery hosts a “Pets in Need Tree” and “Giving Tree” in support of underprivileged children and the APL. GreenView Nursery, 3000 W. Jefferson.
Haunted Jacksonville Walking Tours Oct 30, 7pm, Three hour walking tour includes legends of downtown along with results of recent paranormal investigations. $20. Limited spots, must reserve in advance, call 1-888-446-7859. Downtown Jacksonville, 200 E. State, Jacksonville.
LLCC Slammin’ Sweets Poetry Series Nov 10, 11am, Free event features Carlos Robson. Enjoy a sweet treat while slam poets of diverse backgrounds use tradition of spoken performance as a tool of free expression. Trutter Center. For more info, call 786-2789. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd.
LLCC Veterans Day Ceremony Nov 11, 12pm, Join the ceremony honoring our veterans. For more information, call 786-2241. LLCC, Front of Menard Hall.
Mature Mob’s “Give My Regards to Vaudeville” Oct 29-31, Nov 01, Senior Center production. $13 at door or in advance at Hoogland Center for the Arts. For more info, call 523-2787. Knights of Columbus Council No. 364, 2200 S. Meadowbrook Rd.
Our Lady of Fatima Court Holiday Bazaar Nov 07, 9am-1pm, Baked goods, handmade items, and more. Refreshments, sandwiches and soups available for purchase. Two raffle prizes $100. St. Mary’s Hall, Route 104, Pawnee.
Parvovirus Clinic Nov 01, 1-3pm, Reduced rate clinic to vaccinate dogs up to five years old or puppies atleast eight weeks old. $20. Animal Protective League shelter, 1001 Taintor Rd. For info call 544-7387 or visit www.apl-shelter.org. Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Rd.
Sylvia - Gala for APL Nov 06, 6:30pm, Fundraiser for the Animal Protective League. $65, $120 couple. For more information, call 523- 2787. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 420 S. Sixth St. 217-523- 2787.
Taste of Home Nov 03, 4-9:30pm, Expo opens at 4 p.m. Show begins at 7 p.m. $15 floor and center risers, $10 side risers. For info call 788-8800. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plz.
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