Clara Irwin’s Strawberry and Lawn Party Friday, July 2, 5-9pm Elijah Iles House 628 S. Seventh St.

492-5929 Free

Springfield founders berry fest

Meet Elijah Iles and Robert Irwin at this history celebration that includes strawberry everything: shortcake, sundaes, daiquiris and strawberries and cream. Families can play lawn games, listen to music and storytelling and witness the grand reopening ceremony of The Ann and Farrell Gay Museum of Springfield History. Free parking is available in the Iles House parking lot at the southeast corner of Seventh and Cook streets. Raffle tickets and food are for purchase. Hosted by the Iles House Foundation.