Kathy Rodems May 06-08, 10-15, 17-19, 7am- 3:30pm Mon-Fri, 9am-2pm Sat, Through May, artwork by Kathy Rodems. 391-0101, www.troutlilycafe.com. Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St.
L. Brent Kington: Mythic Metalsmith May 06-19, 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.
Larry Kanfer, A Retrospective May 10-15, 18-19, 10am-2pm Tue-Sat, Champaign photographer’s work including Prairiescapes, Cityscapes, International and Barns of Illinois. Artist reception May 12, 5-7pm. Robert Morris Gallery, 607 E. Adams, 522-8977.
Old Capitol Art Fair May 15-16, 10am-5pm Sat, 10am-4pm Sun, One of the most popular events in Springfield. Original jewelry, sculpture, photography, glassware, pottery, wood, metalwork, oils, watercolors, and other media on exhibit and for sale. Plus food and entertainment. For more info visit www.socaf.org. Downtown Springfield.
RMU Senior Exhibit May 06-07, 10am-2pm Tue-Sat, Work from RMU’s art and design 2010 seniors ranging from illustration, photography to package design and graphic design. Reception May 7, 5-7pm. Robert Morris Gallery, 607 E. Adams, 522-8977.
SAA Accepting Art Proposals Individual and group exhibitions sought through July 31, 2010. Proposals juried. For more info and application call 523-2631 or visit springfieldart.org. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St.
Student Exhibit May 06-07, 10-14, 17-19, 8am- 4pm Mon-Fri, SIU School of Medicine, 801 N. Rutledge.
UIS Senior Exhibition May 06, 10-13, 11am-6pm Mon-Thu, UIS Visual Arts Department seniors display painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, digital media and photography. For info, call 206- 6506. UIS Visual Arts Gallery, Health and Sciences Building, room 201.
Watercolor Exhibit May 06-09, 11-16, 18-19, 1-3pm Sun, 4-6pm Tue-Sat, Artist Sandy Meyer. David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave, Jacksonville, 243-9390.
Yoshiko Yamamoto May 06, 5-7:30pm, Works by nationally recognized printmaker. Artist talk 6 p.m. Free to public. 420-6766. Millikin University, 1184 W. Main St, Decatur.
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.
Movie in the Park May 14, dusk, Free film, Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs. Bring lawn chair or blanket. 544-1751. Lincoln Park, Fifth St and Sangamon Ave.
Children’s Corner
Blossoms for Mom: Kid’s Hands On Event May 08, 8-10am, Make a blooming gift for Mother’s Day. Reserve by May 3. GreenView Nursery, 3000 W. Jefferson, (217) 787-4700.
Dr. Dolittle Day May 15, 9am-6pm, Free admission, turtle races, animal programs and more. First 500 visitors receive commemorative t- shirt. 753-6217. Henson- Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr.
Super Saturdays at the Museum May 08, 10am-4pm, “Cinco De Mayo.” Free, hands-on children’s activities (ongoing) recommended for kids 4-8. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782- 6044.
Science
Evening Science Series Lecture May 12, 7-8:30pm, Dr. Lynn Fisher, UIS, presents “Comparing Quarries: Diversity in Neolithic Chert Exploitation in Europe.” Free. 785-0037. Illinois State Museum Research & Collections Center, 1011 E. Ash St, 785- 0037.
Star Parties for People with Disabilities May 16, 8pm, Short presentation and viewing of first-quarter moon and Mars. Reservations required. 206-8342 or [email protected]. UIS Brookens Library, One University Plaza.
Nature
Discovery After Dark May 07, 7-9pm, See the zoo in a new light at this after hours guided tour. $6 adult, $4 child. Preregistration required. 753-6217. Henson-Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr.
Mom & Me at the Zoo May 08, 9am-6pm, Regular zoo admission. 753-6217. Henson- Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr.
Prairie Wildflower Sale May 15-16, 9am-4pm Sat, 1- 4pm Sun, Features second year plants such as purple coneflower, Joe Pye wed, prairie smoke, cardinal flower, pasture rose, royal catchfly and dozens more. $5. 529-1111. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr.
Sangamon Valley Iris Society Iris Show May 15, 8am-4pm, Stunning iris show of many different varieties. Free. For more info call 753- 6228. Washington Park Botanical Garden, Fayette Ave.
Springfield Civic Garden Club Pant Sale May 08, 8am-12pm, Healthy plants that thrive in our area. Gate 11 or 7. University of Illinois Extension Sangamon-Menard Unit, 2501 N. Eighth St, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Bldg #30.
Spoken Word
Afroflow Poetry/Spoken Word Contest Accepting entries from 16-25 year olds. Deadline May 13. Rules and forms at KISS FM, American Cancer Society or e- mail (Afroflow contest) [email protected]). American Cancer Society.
Expressions in the Dark May 7, 9:30pm, Open mic for poets, singers and comedians. $10. Route 66 Hotel.
Poetry Slam May 11, 7-9pm, Cash prizes for first, second and third. Preceded by open mic. Open to public. [email protected]. Benedictine University at Springfield.
Bulletin Board
APL Pet Adoptions May 08, 11am-2pm, Dogs at Ace and Gizzy Lu, White Oaks Mall; cats until 3 p.m. at Ace. Photography by Sherrell, Fair Plaza holds ‘Bark and Smile’ APL fundraiser. $10. Reserve time, continued on page 31
