The Yellow Wallpaper Jul 02-03, 6pm and 8pm, Story of a woman, played by Aasne Vigesaa, whose physician husband has confined her to bedroom. Not suitable for children. Free. Reservations required, 524- 0901. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St.

Fourth of July Celebration Jul 02-04, Celebration at historic stagecoach stop. Clayville, Route 125, Pleasant Plains.

Sparks in the Park Jul 02-04, 6-10pm, Entertainment and rides for the kids. Parade on Jul 3, 4:30 p.m. Fireworks on July 4. Rochester Community Park, Rochester.

Arthur’s Freedom Celebration Jul 03, 10am-11pm, Parade, helicopter rides, free t-shirt toss, powered parachutes, WWII aircraft flyover, sky divers, inflatable rides and food stands. Fireworks display 9:30pm. Jurgens Park on the south edge of Arthur. www.ArthurFestivals.com

Vintage Baseball Game Jul 03, 11am-1pm, Held in conjunction with the Play Ball exhibition. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St, 523- 2631.

Independence Day Celebration Jul 04, 10am-2pm, Join New Salem residents in celebrating the birth of our nation with period music, games, speeches and hymns. Bring a blanket. New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 632-4000.

Fireworks Extravaganza Jul 04, 9:30-10:30pm, One of the area’s most popular fireworks displays. Free. Knight’s Action Park. 546-8881.

4th of July Parade and Celebration Jul 04, dusk, Celebration at Community Park. Parade through historic downtown Jacksonville. Fireworks display begins at dusk at Nichols Park, Jacksonville. Free.

Morgan County Fair Jul 07-11, Rodeo with special appearance by yodeler Taylor Ware, live entertainment, carnival, livestock judging and much more. Morgan County Fairgrounds, 110 N. Westgate, Jacksonville. themorgancountyfair.com. 245-6800.

Movie in the Park Jul 09, dusk, Free film, “Planet 51.” Bring lawn chair or blanket. 544-1751. Dreamland Park, 2300 Taylor Ave.

LLCC MotorSports Club Car/Truck/Motorcycle Show Jul 09-10, 4-10pm Fri, 8am-3:30pm Sat, Friday night: Park ‘n’ Peek cruise in and Ramblin’ Blues Band. Saturday: Car, truck, motorcycle show, SCCA auto cross and more. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 786-2417.

Grease - The School Edition Jul 09-11, 16-18, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun, Lively and fun musical. 523- 2787. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St.

2010 Springfield Black Expo Jul 10, 9am-7pm, Visit exhibitor booths, entertainment and more. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 788-8800.

Zoofari Jul 10, 9am-6pm, Don’t miss a fun packed day with free admission. Learn about how staff keep animals engaged and happy with special enriching activities. 753-6217. Henson-Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr.

Celebrate Summer Jul 10, 10am-3pm, Paint Critters at 10 a.m. $3 per piece. Potluck picnic at noon: bring food dish, table service, chair. Registration required for both events. Jubilee Farm, 6760 Old Jacksonville Rd, 787-6927.

Super Saturdays at the Museum Jul 10, 10am-4pm, Explore Springfield’s history and charm through drawing, writing, reading and rhyming. For kids 4-8. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-6044.

Taste of Downtown and American Music Show Jul 10, 12pm-12am, Over twenty downtown restaurants present ethnic, classic and eclectic cuisine, the American Music Show and children’s entertainment and activities. Fifth and Washington. $2.

Sangamon Watercolor Society Dessert Reception Jul 10, 5:30-7:30pm, Free reception features artist Debbie Megginson and her work. Third floor board room, Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St. 544-2787.

Art in the Park Festival Ju1 10-11, 10am-4pm, Two-day event featuring area artists, food vendors, music, fitness and kids activities. General admission rates apply. (309)676-0998. wildlifeprairiestatepark.org. Wildlife Prairie State Park, 3826 N. Taylor Rd, Hanna City.

Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament Jul 10-11, 8am-7pm, Hosted by the Boys and Girls Club of Central Illinois. www.macker.com. 544-0548. Horace Mann Plaza, Downtown Springfield.

Festival at Hill Prairie Winery Jul 10-11, The details will be announced. Food available. Bring lawn chair, but no coolers, food, drink or pets. Hill Prairie Winery, Route 97. 635-9900.

All Star Event Jul 13, 5-8pm, Family event with baseball inspired crafts, games and the All Star Game playing on the back wall. In conjunction with exhibition: Play Ball, the Art of America’s Favorite Pastime. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St, 523-2631.

Bob Steffan Summer Film Fest Jul 13-14, 10-10:30am and 2-2:30pm, Film “Growing Up Wild: Penguins on Parade.” Free, recommended for ages 3-8. 782-5993. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St.

Logan County Fair Jul 13-18, 7:30am- 10pm, Daily activities include 4-H shows, livestock judging, tractor pulls, demolition derby, talent show, queen pageant, live entertainment, food, games and displays. $6-$7. 732-3311. Fairgrounds, Woodlawn & Lincoln Hwy, Lincoln.

Evening Science Series Lecture Jul 14, 7-8:30pm, Dr. John Michael Vlach, George Washington University,

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