GHS/GMS Jazz Band Dance Apr 24, 7-10pm, Public invited to enjoy the smooth and swingin’ performances of Glenwood’s high school and middle school jazz bands. Glenwood High School, 1501 Plummer Boulevard, Chatham, 483-2424.
Men in Tights Apr 30, 7pm, Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.
Salsa Nights Apr 24, 9pm-12:30am, Last Sat of every month salsa with DJ Riq. Top 40s 12:30- 3am. Free Salsa lessons 9-10pm. $3. [email protected]. Stella Blue, S. Fifth St.
Art & Galleries
Cari Lepper Exhibit Apr 22-24, 28-30, 11am-6pm Wed-Fri, 10am-4pm Sat, Through Apr 30, New line of paintings with extraordinary depth and color. Martin Fine Art Gallery, 1515 S. Fifth St, 528-4913.
Gary Kelley Blue Notes Exhibit Apr 22-23, 26-30, World-renowned illustrator created new oil paintings just for this musically themed exhibit. Madden Arts Center, 125 N. Water St, Decatur.
L. Brent Kington: Mythic Metalsmith Apr 22-30, May 01-05, 8:30am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12-5pm Sun, Through Sept 6, Exhibit of southern Illinois artist whose artistic footprint on the world of metalsmithing and blacksmithing is profound with objects borrowed from private and museum collections. Free. 524-5744. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St.
Photojournalism Exhibit Apr 22-25, 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.
Piping Down the Valleys Wild Apr 28, 5-7pm, Opening night reception for ‘Piping Down the Valleys Wild’ paintings by Hugh Moore. US Marble & Granite, 3216 Brickler Rd, 241-2700.
Reflections Art Show Apr 24-25, May 01-02, 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.
Sacred Art Exhibition May 01-05, May 1-May 29, In cooperation with the Liturgical Arts Festival of Springfield, the Springfield Art Association will host a juried exhibition of liturgical and sacred art as part of the biennial, inter-faith Liturgical Arts Festival: Come Creative Spirit. For more info call 523-2631. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St.
Spring at Lincoln Memorial Gardens Exhibit Apr 22-24, 26-30, 7am-3:30pm Mon- Fri, 9am-3pm Sat, Virginia Scott’s photography on display through April. Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St.
Watercolor Exhibit and Reception May 01, 5:30-7:30pm, Sangamon Watercolor Society welcomes public to exhibit and dessert reception featuring artists: Kate Worman-Becker, Rita Brady, Aneita Gates, Sue Humphres, Janet Smith and Libby Trone. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.
Film & Television
Earth Day Film: A Sense of Wonder Apr 22, 6:30pm, Free film depicting Rachel Carson, ‘Silent Spring’ author, recounting attacks by chemical industry, government and press when her book was published in 1962. 370-1035. The Congregational Church, United Church of Christ , 520 West College Ave, Jacksonville.
The Cove Apr 26, 6pm, Oscar award-winning film about dolphin capture trade in Japan, with group discussion to follow. 206- 8328. UIS Brookens Auditorium.
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.
Gem and Mineral Show Apr 23-25, 9am-6pm Fri-Sat, 10am- 4pm Sun, Demonstrations and merchants showcasing jewelry, rough gems, finished gemstones, lapidary equipment, beads, exotic specimens and more. $5. Macon County Fairgrounds, Route 121 NW, Decatur, 233-1164.
Star Parties Apr 23, 30, 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.
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. 789-2327 or [email protected]. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.
Faith and Environment at Jubilee Farm May 02, 12-3pm, At noon bring-yourown picnic (drinks provided), followed by presentation on the Catholic Faith and Care for Creation by Sr. Sharon Zayac, OP, from 1-2pm. After brief business meeting, participants can walk trails and labyrinth. Jubilee Farm, 6760 Old Jacksonville Rd, 544-3997.
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.
Humanitarianism: Israel’s Response to Haiti Apr 27, 12-1:30pm, Springfield Jewish Federation brown bag lunch with Dr. Shir Dar, Ob-gyn, Hadassah Hospital, Israel. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 787-7223, ext 12.
Illinois Quarter Horse Show Apr 29-30, May 01-02, 5:30am- 12:30am, An American Quarter Horse Association-approved show. Coliseum. Free. For more info call 806-376-4811. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Avenue.
JLS Kitchens in Bloom Home Tour May 02, 12-4pm, Features homes around Lake Springfield. Junior League of Springfield. Various locations, 544- 5557.
Pied Piper Architectural Tour May 04, 5:30pm, May through October, free one half hour professionally-guided tours highlighting architectural facts and structures. Lincoln-Herndon Law Office. 544-1723. Downtown Springfield.
Politics
UIS Ambassador Series - Kazakhstan May 05, 11:30am, Ambassadors from around the world speak at luncheon sharing business, economic and political insights. Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St, 206-6058.
History
Antique Farm Show May 01, 9am-4pm, See horse drawn plowing, planting and 19th century agricultural techniques, antique tractor display and historic farming equipment. New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 632-4000.
Theosophy Meeting Re-enactment Apr 24, 10am, 1pm, 3pm, See what a meeting like Susan Lawrence Dana once hosted in her living room. Free, open to public. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence, (217) 782-6776.
Vietnam Veterans Vigil and Memorial Service May 01-02, 11am Sat, 11am Sun, Opening ceremonies each day honoring 2,995 Illinois servicemen who died or are missing in action, as well as those who served. May 1, 6:30 p.m. ceremony for prisoners of war or missing in action. Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Oak Ridge Cemetery.
Faith & Philosophy
Labyrinth Walk May 01, 11am-1pm, Sign up at the house, get a brochure and explanation, then walk the labyrinth for this free Liturgical Fine Arts Festival event. Jubilee Farm, 6760 Old Jacksonville Rd, 553-8694.
Objects of Devotion Exhibit May 03, 5-9pm, Various faith representatives on-hand to explain and discuss the uses of objects in various faith traditions. Free. Westminster Presbyterian Church, Walnut St, (217) 522-4415.
Sacred Shelters: Synagogues, Mosques and Churches May 03, 7:30pm, Dr. Larry Shiner lectures on how religion and culture interact to shape architectural forms, and how architecture adapts to local cultures and needs. Free. Westminster Presbyterian Church, Walnut St, (217) 522-4415.
Spring: New Beginnings, New Starts Apr 25, 10:30am, Internationally known story teller Dan Keding. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd, 585-9550.
Sports & Fitness
Springfield Long Nine Game May 02, 1pm, Springfield’s vintage baseball team takes on Decatur Ground Squirrels and St. Louis Unions. springfieldlongnine.com. New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 632-4000.
World Tai Chi and Qigong Day Apr 24, 9am-12pm, At 10 a.m. in every time zone on earth groups of people perform some simple movements. www.worldtaichiday.org, Illinois State Capitol, Capitol and Second St.
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