JULY EVENTS
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presents “Geological Adventures on the Carolina Frontier: The Search for Kaolin and the Rise of a Heroic African- American Potter.” Free. Illinois State Museum Research & Collections Center, 1011 E. Ash St, 785-0037.
Elkhart Historical Society Dinner/Lecture Jul 16, 5:30-8pm, “Lincoln’s Life on the 8th Judicial Circuit” and “DAR 8th Judicial Circuit Markers.”
Reservations by July 12. elkharthistoricalsociety.org. Wild Hare Cafe, 104 Governor Oglesby St, Elkhart, 947-2100.
Sunset In Springfield Concert Series Jul 16, 8-10pm, Still Kick’n performs. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St, 558-8934.
Family Camp Out Jul 16-17, 5:15pm Fri-9am Sat, Camp out under the stars and wake to the sounds of the animals at this Animal Olympics theme overnighter. Reservations required. $18 adult, $12 child. 753-6217. Henson-Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr.
Sweet Corn Festival Jul 16-17, 5pm-12am Fri, 7:30am-12pm Sat, Features world famous sweet corn and cow chip throw, plus entertainment and more. chathamjaycees.net. Chatham Community Park, S. Main St, Chatham.
Cinderella Jul 16-18, 6pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun, All City 186 presents: Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella.” $10 adult, $8 12 and under. “Knight with the Princess” tea party, Sun 12:30 p.m. $5 in advance. Tickets 553-6562. Springfield High School, 101 S. Lewis St.
The Light in the Piazza Jul 16-18, 22-25, 8pm, A young woman falls in love while visiting Italy with her mother in the summer of 1953. Tickets 217-632-5440 or 800- 710-9290. Info 241-3241. New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.
Historical Elkhart Hill Tours Jul 17, Historian Bob McCue takes you on a look at Indian, pioneer, historical, and political sites. Tours all day.
Reservations by July 12. elkharthistoricalsociety.org. Elkhart.
Touch A Truck Jul 17, 10am-12pm, See how a fire truck operates, how a helicopter lands, or how a tractor works. Lincoln Park, Fifth St and Sangamon Ave.
Brother James Court Book Signing Jul 17, 1-3pm, Co-authors Bro. Anthony Joseph McCoy and Phil Shadid signs copies of Images of America - St. James Trade School and Brother James Court photo essay paperback from Arcadia Books. Prairie Archives Antiquarian Booksellers, 522 E. Adams, 747-5905.
Big Block Bash Jul 18, 6-8pm, Annual block party celebrating living life in Springfield with games, music and more. 525-0304. South Side Christian Church, 2600 S. MacArthur.
Macoupin County Fair Jul 19-24, Country music singer Josh Gracin performs Friday, July 23, tractor pull, demolition derby, live-stock competition, food and carnival. $3 per car. Macoupin County Fairgrounds, 21460 Illinois Route 4. 854-9422. macoupincountyfair.org.
Bob Steffan Summer Film Fest Jul 20-21, 10-10:30am and 2-2:30pm, Film “Magic School Bus: Butterfly and the Bog Beast.” Free, for ages 3-8. 782-5993. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St.
Annie Jul 21-25 and 27-Aug 1, 2pm, 4pm and 8pm showtimes (Check for specific dates and times.) Little Theatre On The Square, 16 E. Harrison St, Sullivan, 728-7375.
Family Art and Movie Night: Play Ball Jul 22, 5:30-9pm, Field of Dreams. $4 adults, $6 children. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St, 523- 2631.
Ken Norton Birthday Bash Jul 23, 6:30pm, Celebrate Norton’s 67th birthday and benefit Pathway Services Unlimited, Inc. Guests include: Ryan O’Neal, Carol Connors, Leon Spinks, Kate Linder, Charlene Tilton and more. $100. Hamilton’s, 110 North East Street, Jacksonville. 602-0219 or kennortonbirthdaybash2010.com.
Jesus Christ, Superstar Jul 23-31, Aug 01, 8:30pm, For info visit themuni.org. The Muni, 815 East Lake Dr.
Dew the Tri for Kids Jul 24, 10am, Ages 5-13 swim 100 yards in Nelson Pool, then bike one mile inside Lincoln Park, followed by one mile run. USAT Sanctioned. Lincoln Park. 414-5567.
Sangamon Valley Iris Society Plant Sale Jul 24, 1-4pm, Washington Park Botanical Garden, Fayette Ave.
Jazz in Bloom Cocktail Party and Silent Auction Jul 24, 6-9pm, Music by Charm the Band with Ada Lou. Reservations and admission required. 217-788-9452. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence.
Iron Abe and Stoneman Sprint Triathlons Jul 25, 7:30am and 8am, Lake Springfield. For more info, call 414- 5567 or visit springfieldtrifest.com.
Music in the Park Jul 25, 4-7pm, Nelson Center Stage, free classic rock, The Screamin Vatos. 544-1751. Lincoln Park, Fifth St and Sangamon Ave.
Bob Steffan Summer Film Fest Jul 27-28, 10-10:30am and 2-2:30pm, Film “Backyard Safari: Dinosaurs.” Free, recommended for children ages 3-8. 782-5993. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St.
Marilyn Mikols Jul 27-Sep 03, 10am-2pm Tue-Fri, Watercolor and oil still-life paintings.
