8pm Fri-Sa, Enjoy the plays of Shakespeare in this beautiful outdoor theater. The Tempest opens Jun 24. The Three Musketeers opens Jun 25. The Merry Wives of Windsor opens Jul 16. $18-$42. (309) 438- 2535. thefestival.org. Ewing Manor, 48 Sunset Rd, Bloomington.

Ashland Summer Days Jun 25-27, 6pm-12am Fri, 9:30am-11:30pm Sat, 7amdusk Sun, Children’s games, parade (Sat), pony rides, tractor pull, beer tent and bands, fireworks (Sun). 652-3499. James Park (old Route 123) just east of Casey’s, Ashland.

Fun Day in the Park Jun 26, Games, activities and music all day at the top of the hill. Rain date July 17. Tickets 825-5789. Mt. Auburn.

Breakfast with the Animals Jun 26, 8-10am, Listen to the sounds of the zoo awakening while enjoying a continental breakfast and make breakfast treats for animals. Registration and pre-payment required. $9- $6. 753-6217. Henson- Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr.

Dog Daze at the Farmers Market Jun 26, 9am-1pm, Dog show, training demos, Northside Veterinarian’s Clinic booth with dog health tips. 824-3555, Taylorville square. downtowntaylorville.com.

Art in the Garden Art Show Jun 26, 10am-4pm, Celebrate central Illinois’ diversity of talent in this juried exhibition along the Garden’s trails and lanes. 5-7:30 p.m. Reception and auction. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr, 529-1111.

Art@Play Jun 26, 11am-3pm, Free family event to learn toy making. Make crafts, play games, see toy exhibit and watch artist demonstrations. [email protected] or call 782-5993. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St.

Jacksonville Juneteenth Celebration: Celebrate the Spirit of our Heritage Jun 26, 10am-5pm, Features food, entertainment, crafts, games and style shows. Dance, Saturday evening. Community Park, Jacksonville. 245-5930.

Williamsville July 4th Celebration

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