Seussical Jun 11-20, 8:30pm, Directed by Mac Warren. For info visit themuni.org. The Muni, 815 East Lake Dr.
The Yellow Wallpaper Jun 04-05, 6pm and 8pm, Back by popular demand, story of a woman, played by Aasne Vigesaa, whose physician husband has confined her to the bedroom. Not suitable for children. Directed by Kevin Purcell. Free. Reservations required (accepted on voice mail), 524-0901. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St.
Music: General Events
Acoustic Lunch Jun 03-04, 07, 09-11, 14, 16, 12-1pm, Missing Muse (Mon), Jessica Jolly (Wed), Matt Eck (Thu) and Dennis Darling (every other Fri beginning May 28). 391- 0101. Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St.
Artist on the Plaza Jun 03, 08, 10, 15, 12-1pm, Amalia Mathewson (June 3), TIP - Cowgirls (June 8), Spfld. Area youth Jazz Band (June 10). 753- 3519. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.
Capital Chamber Singers with Joel Tinsley Hall Jun 12, 6pm, Wine and cheese garden party along with concert by Capital Chamber Singers and guest soloist Joel Tinsley Hall. $30. Benefits Woodlawn Farm. 243-5678. Illinois College Rammelkamp Chapel, 1101 W. College Ave, Jacksonville.
International Carillon Festival Jun 06-08, 10-12, 7-8:30pm Free concerts nightly except Wednesday performed by carillonneurs from France, Netherlands and USA. Fireworks on Friday at 9pm. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the beautiful music of 67 bells. Washington Park Rees Memorial Carillon, Fayette Rd, 753-6219.
Let Us Be Bold With Our Songs Jun 05, 2pm, Springfield musical group ‘Quintessential Winds.’ Seating limited. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St, (217) 524-0901.
SOHO Music Fest Jun 04-05, 4pm-12am, 20-band event. $5 per day. Bring a chair. myspace.com/sohomusicfest. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.
Smoking Joe Kubek & Bnois King Jun 12, 8pm, One of the hottest electric guitar players on blues scene today teamed with jazz guitarist and singer King of Louisiana make up this Dallas duo. WUIS Bedrock 66 Series. $20, $15 tickets available until 5 p.m. show day. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.
Springfield Municipal Band Concerts Jun 08, 15, 7:30pm, Tuesday night concerts during the summer, except July 6 - NO concert. Douglas Park, 400 N Macarthur Blvd, 789-2964.
Summer Concert in the Park Jun 06, 6pm, Robert Sampson performs. Jacksonville Pilot Club sponsors free music at the bandstand. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.
The Fantastic Jones Family Jun 06, 4pm, Celebrating 37th year in gospel music ministry with anniversary concert with Pastor Spencer Gibson and The Integrity Gospel Choir of Peoria. Free, freewill offering. 553-3188 or 523-5788. Abundant Faith Christian Center, 2525 Taylor Ave.
Dance
Central IL Singles and Couples Dance Jun 04, 8-11pm, Judy Kaye plays. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Rd, 546-9515.
Country Dancing Jun 04, 09, 11, 16, 7-10pm Wed, 7-11pm Fri, Open dance. www.pldc.org. Prairie Land Dance Club, Matilda St, Illiopolis, 791- 0840.
Loves 2 Dance Party Jun 05, 6:30-11pm, Prairie Land Dance Club, Matilda St, Illiopolis, 217-836-1438.
West Coast Swing Dance Jun 09, 16, 6:45-9:30pm, Weekly dance. www.dancingdates.com. Aqua Club, 1 Club Area.
Art & Architecture
Acrylic Abstract Jun 03-05, 07-12, 14-16, 7am- 3:30pm Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm Sat, Pat Kreppert’s work on display through June. Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St.
Appearances Jun 03-05, 08-12, 15-16, 10am- 5pm Tue-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat, Robert Leffler, photography; Deborah Nickelson, ceramics; Joan Beeman, multiple media. 544-2787. H.D. Smith Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St.
Artist in Residence: Season of Rebirth June 11-30, 10am-4pm Tue-Sat, Trish Rooney, classically trained at Ringling College of Art and Design whose work is in private collections and such corporate clients as Walt Disney Studios. Free reception June 11, 6-8pm with talk at 7pm. Vachel Lindsay Home, 6035 Fifth St. 524-0901.
Call for Artisans Applications accepted until June 30 for juried Old Capitol Farmers Market artisan area Saturdays Jun 5-Oct 23, 8am-12:30pm. 544- 1723. [email protected].
Collected: A Photographic Installation Jun 07-10, 14-16, 8am-4pm Mon-Thu, Jun 7-Jul 29. Alida Duff Sullivan, Richland Community College photography instructor. LLCC James S. Murray Gallery, Upper level, Menard Hall.
Downtown Art Walks Jun 03, 5-8pm, Free self-guided tour of downtown art galleries plus unique dining and shopping. For info, call 544-1723. Downtown Springfield.
L. Brent Kington: Mythic Metalsmith Jun 03-16, 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.
LMG Art in the Garden Jun 04-05, 07-12, 14-16, 10am- 5pm Mon-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat, Nature-inspired art exhibit includes pastel, watercolor and acrylic. White wine reception June 4, 5-7 p.m. Exhibit and reception free and open to public. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St. 529-1111.
Larry Kanfer, A Retrospective Jun 03-05, 08-12, 15-16, 10am- 2pm Tue-Sat, Champaign photographer’s work including Prairiescapes, Cityscapes, International and Barns of Illinois. Robert Morris Gallery, 607 E. Adams, 522-8977.
MacArthur Boulevard Artists Market Jun 05, 12, 9am-3pm, Four Saturdays in June view the fine art of local artists. MacArthur Boulevard Business Association sponsors. Town & Country Shopping Center, 2403 S. Macarthur Blvd, 217-787-2089.
Play Ball Exhibit Jun 12, 14-16, 10am-5pm Mon- Fri, 10am-3pm Sat, Play Ball: The Art of America’s Favorite Pastime. 523-2631. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St.
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.
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.
Children’s Corner
Bob Steffan Summer Film Fest Jun 08-09, 10-10:30am and 2- 2:30pm, Free film “The Magic School Bus Gets Ants in its Pants,” recommended for children ages 3-8. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-5993.
Bob Steffan Summer Film Fest Jun 15-16, 10-10:30am and 2- 2:30pm Tue-Wed, Film “Backyard Safari: Home Sweet Home” recommended for children ages 3-8. Free program. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782- 5993.
Summer Reading Entertainment Jun 08, 10am, Henson-Robinson Zoo visits the library to “Scare Up A Good Book!” Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave, Jacksonville, 217-243-5435.
Summer Reading Kick-Off Party Jun 04, 6:30-8pm, Dave Rudolf performing live. Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave, Jacksonville, 217-243-5435.
Summer Reading w/ Magician Rick Eugene Jun 15, 10am, Magician Rick Eugene will amaze you with his slight of hand tricks as he entertains for the summer reading program. Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave, Jacksonville, 217-243-5435.
Super Saturdays at the Museum Jun 12, 10am-4pm, Bring your chalk for “Outside at the Museum.” Free hands-on children’s games and activities (ongoing). Indoor surprises in case of rain. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782- 6044.
World Ocean Day Jun 05, 9am-6pm, Learn how everyday actions impact the oceans while celebrating birthday of Dr. Seuss’s book, One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish. Regular admission. 753-6217. Henson- Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr.
Science
Evening Science Series Lecture Jun 09, 7-8:30pm, Dr. Jodie O’Gorman, Michigan State University presents “Oneota and Mississippian Interactions: An Update from Morton Village Site, Fulton County, Il.” Free. Illinois State Museum Research & Collections Center, 1011 E. Ash St, 785-0037.
Nature
Illinois Herb Association SummerFest Jun 12, 9am-3:30pm, Speakers, tours, vendor fair, fresh and dried herbs. $30-$20, lunch and events. Register at [email protected] or 309-557- 2107. Washington Park Botanical Garden, Fayette Ave.
Environment
Recycle Paper to Paper Jun 12, 10am-12pm, Ultimate recycling event of making paper from paper. Ages 12 or older. Registration required. Jubilee Farm, 6760 Old Jacksonville Rd, 787-6927.
Bulletin Board
APL Pet Adoptions Jun 05, 11am-2pm, Dogs for adoption. Also, dogs from and cats until 4 p.m. at PetSmart, 3183 S. Veterans Pkwy. 544- 7387. Ace Hardware, 1600 Wabash Ave.
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