Photojournalism Exhibit Apr 15-18, 20-25, 1-3pm Sun, 4-6pm Tue-Sat, Features the work of Steve and Tiffany Warmowski and Valerie Berta. David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave, Jacksonville, 243-9390.
Reflections Art Show Apr 17-18, 24-25, 12-4pm Sat-Sun, Show features nationally-known glass worker Lynn Westfall and Menard county artists. Prairie Palette Art Gallery, on the square, Petersburg, 217-971-7431.
Spring at Lincoln Memorial Gardens Apr 15-17, 19-24, 26-28, 7am-3:30pm Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm Sat, Virginia Scott’s photography on display through April. Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St.
Springfield Ceramics and Crafts Club Spring Exhibit Apr 16-17, 10am-3pm, Hundreds of hand-made arts and crafts. 726-7724. Springfield Ceramics and Crafts Club, 2626 S. Pasfield St.
Student Art Show Apr 15-17, 19-24, 26-28, View during regular library hours, Glenwood High School artists. Chatham Area Public Library, 600 E. Spruce, Chatham, 483- 2713.
Sustain Apr 15, 19-22, 11am-6pm Mon- Thu, Through Apr 22, Juried exhibition featuring artwork that embraces three tenets of sustainability: resource conservation, social justice, economic equity. Reception April 22, 5:30-8 p.m. For info call 206-6506. UIS Visual Arts Gallery, Health and Sciences Building, room 201.
FILM & TELEVISION
Call for Film Entries Accepting films of all lengths and subjects for Route 66 International Film Festival held Sept. 17-19. Trophies awarded. route66filmfestival.net.
The Garden Apr 16, 7:30pm, Academy award nominated documentary about the fight to save a unique community garden in Los Angeles. Environmental Film Fest showing at 7:30 p.m. Short films and speakers start at 6:30 p.m. Capital City Bar & Grill, 3149 S. Dirksen Pkwy, 529- 8580.
The Gold Rush Apr 17, 7:30pm, Charlie Chaplin’s silent film with live music provided by Millikin- Decatur Symphony Orchestra members. Pre-film ‘The Archeology of Cinema: The Lost Art of Silent Film.’ $16.50 from Kirkland FAC, 424-6318. Remaining tickets may be purchased at theater night of event. Avon Theater, 426 North Water St , Decatur.
The Pizza Machine Apr 24, 10pm. View Springfield’s own restaurant, The Pizza Machine on Outrageous Foods on the Food Network.
CHILDREN’S CORNER
Dave Rudolf’s Beach Party Apr 16, 6:30pm, While listening to Rudolf’s music, children can participate in the limbo, conga line, jump rope activities, hula hoops, bubble machines and more. 786-2241. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd.
SCIENCE
Astronomy Day Event Apr 24, 7-11pm, The Sangamon Astronomical Society invites the public to view the Moon, Saturn and Mars through their telescopes. Free. Centennial Park, Bunker Hill Rd and Lenhart Rd, 753- 0700.
Star Parties Apr 16, 23, 8-10pm, John Martin, assistant professor of astronomy/physics hosts this popular free observatory (SE corner) learn and look. 206-8342. UIS Brookens Library, One University Plaza.
UIS Science Research Symposium Apr 16, 9am-4pm, Features student and faculty research presentations and keynote speaker Dr. Andrew Gewirth, U of I department of chemistry speaking on ‘Behavior of Supported Phospholipid Bilayers.’ [email protected] or 206-8367. University of Illinois at Springfield.
NATURE
Blossom Time Hikes Apr 18, 25, 2pm, and May 2, Hike the garden paths while the trees and flowers are in bloom. For info, call 529-1111. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr.
International Migratory Bird Day Apr 24, 9am-1pm, Bird banding and adoptions from 9am-noon. Guided nature hikes 10am and 11am. Migration Game (along the trail — great family activity). Face painting and IMBD Tattoos. Bird Hike at Carpenter Park with Bill Atwood leading. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave, Springfield , 544- 2473.
Plant & Attic Treasures Sale Apr 23-24, 12-7pm Fri and 8am-2pm Sat, Perennials featuring “Route 66” daylily, annuals, houseplants, gardening items, miscellaneous household items. Bring unwanted empty garden pots for recycling. Museum open. IL State Police Heritage Foundation Museum, 4000 N. Peoria Rd, 498-9545 or 622-1150.
Sangamon Valley Sierra Club Apr 27, 6:30pm, Chris Young, SJR outdoors editor and photographer, presents “Picturing Nature in Illinois and Our Prairie Roots.” Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St, 698-0840.
Water Gardening Society Apr 22, 6:30pm, Joan Woelfel, past president of St. Louis club, discusses benefits and fun activities offered through water gardening society membership. Washington Park Botanical Garden. 726- 8216.
ENVIRONMENT
Earth Awareness Fair Apr 24, 10am-2pm, Free for all ages with environmental games, free baby trees, bicycle rally, giveaways, prize drawings and exhibitors providing info and activities. Live music by Tom Irwin and Thornhill if event is outdoors on lawn. 789-2327 or [email protected]. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.
Speakers Series: The Open Space of Democracy Apr 22, 7pm, Terry Tempest Williams speaks on behalf of an ethical stance toward life. UIS Brookens Auditorium.
BULLETIN BOARD
2010 Women’s Expo Apr 22, 5-10pm, Over 60 booths for women with information on health, safety, education, services, and products; fashion show; bachelor auction; entertainment. Capitol Radio Group and Staff Carpet honor 25 Women of the Year at 7pm Awards Ceremony. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Avenue, 782-8886.
Association of Information Technology Professionals Apr 20, 5:30-8:30pm, Joe Priestly, CIO of Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants. Topic: Technology in Healthcare. Lakepointe Grill, 1386 Toronto Rd, 628-3697.
Community Shred Event and CAIBA Spring Mixer Apr 20, 4:30-7pm, The Capital Area Independent Business Alliance hosts and you can shred up to 15 boxes of records free. Food drive, plus FREE HOT DOGS, beer and soda. Ace Hardware, 214 N. Walnut St.
Ethnic Heritage Day Apr 20, 12-1:30pm, Features Israeli culture and food. Les Eastep presents, ‘In the Footsteps of the Prophets: Traveling Throughout Israel.’ 545-7243. SIU School of Medicine, 801 N. Rutledge.
Illinois Holocaust Observance Apr 15, 11am, Co-sponsored by the State of Illinois and the Jewish Federations of Illinois, the public is invited to this official observance. Gov. Pat Quinn is keynote speaker. 753-1010. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.
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