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for the weekend. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 2937 W. White Oaks Dr, 391- 5653.
Comedian Mike Armstrong Jul 09-10, 8pm Fri and Sat, This ex cop says, “You have the right to remain silly....”, Mason City Limits Comedy Club, 114 E. Chestnut, Mason City, 482-5233.
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.
Into The Woods Jul 08-11, 8:30pm, Directed by Doug Hahn and Gary Shull. For info visit themuniorg. The Muni, 815 East Lake Dr.
Prairie Voices Jul 17, 6pm, Music and poetry of central Illinois compiled by Kevin Purcell, staring actors Purcell and Aasne Vigesaa. Piano music by Sonja Brady. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.
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.
Trolley Ride/Wine-Tasting/ The Light in the Piazza Jul 17, 5pm, Trolley ride to Hill Prairie Winery for wine tasting and back to view play. $25 includes ride, tasting and theater tickets. Limited space. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 217-306-1832.
MUSIC: GENERAL EVENTS
Acoustic Lunch Jul 08-09, 12-16, 19-21, 12-1pm, Jul 8 - Matt Eck, Jul 9 - Dennis Darling, Jul 12 - Missing Muse, Jul 13 - Kathryn Raistrick, Jul 14 - Matt Eck, Jul 15 - Chris Darby, Chicago based singer-songwriter. Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St.
Artist on the Plaza Jul 08, 13, 15, 20, 12-1pm, Every Tuesday and Thursday, outdoor performance includes instrumental, vocal, dance and musical theater. July 8: John T. Crips, Jr. & Ada Lou. July 13: HCFTA - Grease. 753-3519. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.
Barbershop Chorus Jul 13, 20, 7:30-10pm, Tuesday rehearsals open to public and to men who like 4-part harmony with an interest to join. 737-3359. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St.
Bun E. Carlos Drum Clinic Jul 18, 3-5pm, Drum Clinic with Cheap Trick Drummer Bun E. Carlos. Admission is $7 and tickets are available at Daddy O’s Music Shack, 1405 Stevenson Dr #7. Eagles Club, Springfield, 2700 E Ash St, 529-4840.
Let Us Be Bold With Our Songs Jul 17, 2pm, Central Illinois playwright, author and musician Ken Bradbury, presents ‘Music...Made in America.’ Seating limited. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St, (217) 524-0901.
Lincoln Troubadours Jul 08-21, 3pm, 4pm and 5pm, The Lincoln Troubadours free concert, “We Are Coming Father Abraham - Songs of the Lincoln Era.” Trutter Center. For info call 786-2319. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St.
Music in the Park Jul 11, 4-7pm, Free rhythm and jazz revue with Kapitol Sound. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. 544-1751. Comer Cox Park, Capitol Ave and Martin Luther King Jr Dr.
Sing in the Park Jul 10, 7pm, Land of Lincoln Barbershop chorus performs with special guests Sound Celebration chorus, and quartets from each chorus, “True Blue” and “Leisure Time.” Douglas Park, 400 N Macarthur Blvd, 415-2112.
Springfield Municipal Band Concerts Jul 13, 20, 7:30pm, Tuesday night concerts during the summer. Douglas Park, 400 N Macarthur Blvd, 789- 2964.
Summer Concert in the Park Jul 11, 6pm, Two By Two performs. Jacksonville Pilot Club sponsors free music at the bandstand. 478-2015. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.
Vintage Brass Band CD Release Concert Jul 08, 12-1pm, Live on-air concert. Karl Scroggin interviews Artistic Director Todd Cranson and VBB Explicatrix Jessica Davis. WUIS-WIPA Public Radio, 91.9 or 89.3 FM, 341- 1698.
DANCE
Central IL Singles and Couples Dance Jul 09, 8-11pm, Kevin Turner. $10. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Rd, 217-546-9515.
Dancing Every Wednesday 7-10pm, Friday 7- 11pm and Monday 7-9pm. Open dance. www.pldc.org. Prairie Land Dance Club, Matilda St, Illiopolis, 791-0840.
West Coast Swing Dance Jul 14, 21, 6:45-9:30pm, Weekly dance. www.dancingdates.com. Aqua Club, 1 Club Area.
Prairie Land Weekend Country Dance Jul 10, 10am-10pm, Fee includes morning snack, lunch, catered evening meal, plus evening dance. Featuring Trent and Mary Cummins, Carol and Bob Schwartz, and John and Frieda Utzig. Prairie Land Dance Club, Matilda St, Illiopolis, 217-791- 0840.
ART & ARCHITECTURE
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 the exhibition: Play Ball: The Art of American’s Favorite Pastime. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St, 523-2631.
Art Show Jul 15, View art throughout the historical, and suspected haunted, grand old Springfield home located above Norb Andy’s. Art by Felicia Olin, Michael Mayosky, Jeff Williams, Eric Fliege and more. Norb Andy’s, 518 E. Capitol, 217-670-1024.
Collected: A Photographic Installation Jul 08, 12-15, 19-21, 8am-4pm Mon-Thu. Alida Duff Sullivan, Richland Community College photography instructor. LLCC James S. Murray Gallery, Upper level, Menard Hall.
Garland's Exhibit Jul 08-10, 12-17, 19-21, 10am-5pm Mon-Sat, Special exhibit by juried artist member Jeff Garland. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery II, 221-223 S. Sixth St.
Impressions Jul 08-10, 13-17, 20-21, 10am-5pm Tue-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat, Through August 27, Lynn Hotes, mixed media; Jo Ann Gross, mixed media; Jim Johnston,painting and photography. Artist reception July 10. H.D. Smith Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St.
L. Brent Kington: Mythic Metalsmith Jul 08-21, 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.
Larry Kanfer, A Retrospective Jul 08-10, 13-17, 20-21, 10am-2pm Tue-Sat, Champaign photographer’s work including Prairiescapes, Cityscapes, International and Barns of Illinois. Robert Morris Gallery, 607 E. Adams, 522-8977.
Play Ball Exhibit Jul 08-10, 12-17, 19-21, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat, Through August 21, Play Ball: The Art of America’s Favorite Pastime. 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.
Sangamon Watercolor Society Dessert Reception Jul 10, 5:30-7:30pm, Features exhibit by Debbie Megginson and Jan Sorenson. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.
Stained Glass Exhibit Jul 08-15, 10am-5:30pm Mon-Sat, Artist Linda Udey’s work on display through July 15. The Blue Door Gallery, 214 South 6th St, 217-753- 0262.
Watercolor and Acrylic Exhibit Jul 08-10, 12-17, 19-21, 7am- 3:30pm Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm Sat, Through July, Jan Sorenson’s work on display. Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St.
FILM & TELEVISION
Avatar Screening and Discussion Jul 14, 6pm, Behind the colorful alien imagery lies a timeless story that serves as a clear-cut warning of the harsh repercussions of disrespecting nature. Brookens Auditorium, 1 University Plaza, 217- 206-6245.
Movie in the Park Jul 09, dusk, Free film, Planet 51. Bring lawn chair or blanket. 544- 1751. Dreamland Park, 2300 Taylor Ave.
New Moon Party Jul 09, 3pm, Teens are invited to a New Moon Party with a fun costume contest and movie viewing. Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave, Jacksonville, 217-243- 5435.
CHILDREN’S CORNER
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 children ages 3-8. 782- 5993. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-5993.
Little Turtle Storytime Jul 08-10, 13-17, 20-21, 11am, Tuesday through Saturday free Little Turtle Story Hour is specially designed for children. 524-0901. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St.
Little Turtle Stroller Tour Jul 08-10, 13-17, 20-21, 10:30am, Tuesday through Saturday Jun 15 - Aug 14 throughout historic downtown. Interpreters will present a free morning stroller tour for families with young children. 785-7960. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.
Normal Cornbelters Jul 09, 1pm, The Normal Cornbelters and “Corny” the mascot will read some great books as the library “Scare[s] Up A Good Book!”, Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave, Jacksonville, 217-243- 5435.
Super Saturdays at the Museum Jul 10, 10am-4pm, Explore the history and charm of Springfield through drawing, writing, reading and rhyming. Recommended for kids 4-8. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-6044.
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.
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.
SCIENCE
Evening Science Series Lecture Jul 14, 7-8:30pm, Dr. John Michael
