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Larry Kanfer: A Retrospective Through Jul 23, 10am-2pm Tue-Sat, Champaign photographer’s work including Prairiescapes and Barns of Illinois. Robert Morris Gallery, 607 E. Adams, 522-8977. The Story Of Harness Racing by Currier & Ives Through Aug 31, 9am-5pm, Pristine collection of 35 framed original Currier & Ives lithographs. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St, 558-8934.
Illinois Products Farmers Market Through Sep 02, 4-7pm, Every Thursday, fresh local food and entertainment. Commodity Pavilion. 785- 4873. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Avenue.
L. Brent Kington: Mythic Metalsmith Through Sep 06, 8:30am-5pm Mon- Sat, 12-5pm Sun, Southern Illinois artist whose artistic footprint on metalsmithing and blacksmithing is profound, with objects borrowed from private and museum collections. 524- 5744. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St.
Acoustic Lunch Through Sep, 12-1pm, Hear the music of Missing Muse (Mon), Jessica Jolly (Wed), Matt Eck (Thu) and Dennis Darling (every other Fri beginning May 28). Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St. 391-0101.
Taylorville Farmers Market Through Oct 16, 9am-1pm Saturdays, Jun 26 dog show/demonstrations; Jul 17 health screenings; Jul 24 Dixieland music and food; Aug 28 lunch, country music, agricultural displays/booths. Sponsored by Taylorville Main Street. Taylorville square, Taylorville.
Old Capitol Farmers Market Through Oct 30, 8am-12:30pm every Wed and Sat, Features fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, plants, flowers and bakery items. Chef demonstrations, artisan area, live entertainment on Saturdays. Adams St. 544-1723. downtownspringfield.org.
Local Flavors Through Nov 4, Tuesday lunches and Thursday dinners where restaurants create specialty menus highlighting local products that are in-season in this area. Reservations encouraged. See a complete list of restaurants at illinoistimes.com in the calendar.
Hillsboro Farmers Market May 27, Jun 03, 10, 17, 24, Jul 01, 08, 15, 22, 29, Aug 05, 12, 19, 26, Sep 02, 4-7pm, The Lincoln Plaza, 1 Courthouse Square, Hillsboro, 217- 816-6802.
Artist on the Plaza Jun 01-Sep 02, 12-1pm, Every Tuesday and Thursday, outdoor performance including instrumental, vocal, dance or musical theater. 753-3519. Old State Capitol Plaza.
Jacksonville Farmers Market on the Square Jun 02-Sep 01, 3-7pm Wednesdays, Sponsored by Jacksonville Main Street. 245-6884. Old Viles lot, 100 block of W. Douglas, Jacksonville.
Pied Piper Architectural Tours Jun-Oct, 5:30pm, Every first Wednesday free guided walking tour. 544-1723 or visit www.downstownspringfield.org. Lincoln Herndon Law Office, Sixth and Adams.
Nutrition Lunchbox Series Jun 03, 17, Jul 01, 29 and Aug 12, 12-12:30pm. Free health programs: Glycemic Index; Vitamins, Minerals and Antioxidants; Eating at Restaurants; Healthy for Life Program; Self Care. Ananda Body Pilates Studio, 1630 S. State St. 248-1368.
First Fridays Downtown Jun 04, Jul 02, Aug 06, Sep 03, 5-8pm, Features unique shopping, dining, arts and entertainment. Scott Simpson plays at Prairie Art Alliance Gallery II. 544-1723. Downtown Springfield.
Fourth Annual Artists Market, MacArthur Boulevard Business Association Jun 05, 12, 19, 26, 9am-3pm, Four Saturdays in June view the semi-juried fine art of local artists. Different artists each week. Also: food, musicians, face painting and pet adoptions. Town & Country Shopping Center, 2403 S. Macarthur Blvd, 217-787-2089. shoponmacarthur.com.
Concerts in the Park Jun 06-Aug 29, 6pm Sundays, Free concerts in the big bandstand (Except June 20) sponsored by the Jacksonville Pilot Club. Community Park, Jacksonville. 478-2015.
Springfield Municipal Band Concerts Jun 08-Aug 03, 7:30pm (EXCEPT JULY 6 - NO CONCERT) Tuesday night concerts during the summer. Douglas Park, 400 N Macarthur Blvd, 789-2964.
Springfield Long Nine Games Jun 12, Jul 17, 31, Aug 28, 1pm, Vintage base ball team takes on St. Louis Perfectos; Hunington, Indiana; Murphysboro Clarkes and the St. Charles Cyclones. Center Park, Lake Springfield. springfieldlongnine.com.
Morton Barker Paperweight Collection Ongoing, 8:30am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12- 5pm Sun, Large and prestigious collection, most created in post-Napoleonic France. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St. 782-7386.
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Water Gardening Society Meeting May 27, 6:30pm-8:30pm, Building a Pond, presented by Books Garden Center of Petersburg. Washington Park, 726-8216. Kathy Rodems May 27-29, 7am-3:30pm Mon-Fri, 9am-2pm Sat, Artwork by Kathy Rodems. 391-0101, www.troutlilycafe.com. Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St.
Watercolor Exhibit May 27-30, 1-3pm Sun, 4-6pm Tue- Sat, Artist Sandy Meyer. David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave, Jacksonville, 243-9390.
Prairie Art Alliance: Appearances May 27-Jun 25, 10am-5pm Tue-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat, Robert Leffler, photogra
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