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Gallery Opening “Mark Goodmanson - Monotypes” May 07, 6-8pm, Gallery Exhibit Opening “Mark Goodmanson - Monotypes.” David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave, Jacksonville, 243-9390.

LLCC Student Art Show Apr 28-29, May 02-06, 09-11, 8am-4pm Mon-Fri, Through May 13. LLCC James S. Murray Gallery, Upper level, Menard Hall.

Photo Exhibit: Ginny Lee Apr 28-30, May 02-07, 09-11, Through May 31, color landscapes and black and white portraits, “South Carolina Roadhouse” by Springfield photographer Ginny Lee. Sangamo Club, 227 E. Adams St.

Puttin’ on the Glitz Jewelry Apr 28-30, May 02-05, 10am- 5:30pm Mon-Sat, Customized sterling pieces and more by Jan Boucher. The Blue Door Gallery, 214 South 6th St, 217-753- 0262.

Student Exhibit May 02-06, 09-11, 8am-4:30pm Mon-Fri, Ninety pieces of selected artwork created by Sangamon County students. Second floor lobby. (Reception May 6 at 5 p.m.), SIU School of Medicine, 801 N. Rutledge.

Two Views-One Vision Apr 28-29, May 03-06, 10-11, 10am-2pm Tue-Fri, Vivid pastel and watercolor paintings of Chicago artists and designers, Chris and Richmond Jones. Robert Morris Gallery, 607 E. Adams, 217-522-8977.

We’ve Got Rhythm Apr 28-30, May 03-07, 10-11, 10am-5pm Tue-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat, Through May 14, Toni Wrightsman (Oil/Acrylic); Rose Hutchcraft (Oil/Acrylic); Roland Folse (Ceramics/Woodworking). H.D. Smith Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St.

Upper Story Tour May 05, 5-8pm, See unique historical, residential and commercial spaces. $15. Reception follows. Tickets downtownspringfield.org or at door.

Pied Piper Architectural Tour May 4, 5:30pm, Free professionally-guided architectural tour. Lincoln-Herndon Law Office. Reception follows. 544-1723.

Senior Exhibition: VIII May 2-15, 11am-6pm Mon-Thu, Graduating seniors work on display. Opening Reception is May 5, 5:30-8pm. Free. UIS Visual Arts Gallery, HSB. 206-6506.

Film & Television

On Coal River Apr 28, 7pm, New documentary about mountaintop removal coal mining. Hosted by Sierra Club and Liberty Brew and View. Capital City Bar & Grill, 3149 S. Dirksen Pkwy, 529-8580.

Children’s Corner

Mother’s Day at the Zoo May 08, 10am-6pm, Moms get in free with a paid child. Kids can make a free craft to give to Mom. 753-6217. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr.

Screen Free Week Apr 30, 12-3pm, Kick-off event  of "week away from your electronic screens." Martial Arts in the Park and pizza-themed community garden. Hosted by generation Healthy (genH) Coalition and springfieldmoms.org. Southwind Park Hope Picnic Shelter, 4965 S. Second Street.

Science

Evening Science Series Lecture May 11, 7-8:30pm, “Prehistoric Native American Copper Working in the Eastern Woodlands.” Free. Illinois State Museum Research & Collections Center, 1011 E. Ash St, 785-0037.

Star Parties Apr 29, 8-10pm, Popular free observatory (SE corner) learn and look. 206-8342. UIS Brookens Library, One University Plaza.

Nature

Bird Hikes Apr 30, May 07, 8am, Four Saturdays, join bird expert Kevin Veara as he leads birders of all skill levels. Bring own binoculars. Free. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr.

Bird Walks in Elkhart Apr 30, 8:30am and 10:30am, Foot outing led by Rhetta Jack, former ornithologist, Illinois Natural History Survey. Elkhart, Elkhart, 217-947-2046.

Blossom Time Hikes May 01, 2pm, Hike the garden paths while the trees and flowers are in bloom. Free. 529-1111. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr.

Celebrate Spring-Plant Sale Apr 30, 10am-12pm, Celebrate the return of spring. Seedlings available for purchase. Jubilee Farm, 6760 Old Jacksonville Rd, 787-6927.

Dr. Dolittle Day May 07, 10am-6pm, Free admission for all, turtle races, animal programs and more. 753-6217. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr.

Elkhart Bird Dinner/Lecture Apr 29, 5:30pm-8pm, ‘The Birds of Elkhart Hill’ by Rhetta Jack, former ornithologist from Illinois Natural History Survey. Wild Hare Cafe, 104 Governor Oglesby St, Elkhart, 217-974-2046.

Family Camp Out Apr 30, Bring tent, sleeping bags, etc. Food and activities including night tour provided. $15-$10. Reservations required. 753-6217. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr.

Gardening Demonstrations May 07, 10, 10am Sat, 5:30pm Tue, Master Gardeners demonstrate dividing your mums, grasses and perennials on May 7. All about basil on May 10. 782- 4617. University of Illinois Extension Sangamon-Menard Unit, 2501 N. Eighth St, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Bldg #30.

Herb Plant Sale May 07, 8:30-11am, Presented by Master Gardeners of the University of Illinois Extension Sangamon-Menard Unit. Plants $2-$5. 782-4617. University of Illinois Extension Sangamon-Menard Unit, 2501 N. Eighth St, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Bldg #30.

Illinois Native Plant Society Plant Sale Apr 30, 9am-2pm, Purchase native Illinois prairie and woodland plants at bargain prices. Free admission. Washington Park Botanical Garden, 1740 W. Fayette Ave, 217-753-6228.

Perennial Plant Sale May 07, 8am-3pm, Low prices, large pots at over half the price of retail stores. Lincoln Park Neighborhood Association. Benedictine University at Springfield, 217-725-3228.

Spring Plant and Garden Sale Apr 29-30, 12-6pm Fri, 8am-2pm Sat, Museum open during sale. IL State Police Heritage Foundation Museum, 4000 N. Peoria Rd.

Springfield Audubon Society Apr 28, 7-9pm, “Spring Warblers” with Vern Kleen presenting a helpful slide show on identifying these birds. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave, 217-544-2473.

Vines & Vendors Apr 30, 8am-2pm, Annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, arts and crafts by local artisans and more. Zion Lutheran School, 1600 Woodlawn Rd, Lincoln, 735-1554 .

Water Gardening Society Apr 28, 6:30pm, “Pond Fish and Plants,” presented by Craig Schultz and Blake Mills. 726-8216. Buckley’s Prairie Landscaping Garden Center, 3735 Chatham Road, 217-787-5033.

Wednesday Morning Pickup Party May 04, 11, 9-10am, Weather permitting every Wednesday, help clear trash. Garbage bags and long handled pickers provided. Bring gloves. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave.

Environment

Earth Awareness Fair May 07, 10am-2pm, Free, allages event includes activities, information and music. 789-2327. Erin’s Pavilion, Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St, 217-753-0702.

Environmental Film Fest Apr 28, 3:30-4:30pm Thu, “The Last Mountain.” Capital City Bar & Grill, 3149 S. Dirksen Pkwy.

Lectures & Meetings

HWSNA Quarterly Meeting Apr 28, 7pm, Representative of Animal Protective League speaks. hwsna.org. Douglas United Methodist Church, 501 S. Douglas Avenue, 787-6823.

Luncheon Optimist Club of Springfield May 09, 11:45am, Diamond’s Buffet, 2441 S. MacArthur Blvd.

Q.U.I.L.T.S. May 09, 7pm, Second Monday of each month area quilt guild meets. All skill levels welcome. springfieldquilts.com. Atonement Lutheran Church, 2800 W. Jefferson St, 217-546-7646.

Women Entrepreneurs - Central Illinois May 11, 5:30-7:30pm, Amy Peterson, The Closet Guy co-owner and professional organizer, ‘Drowning in Paper.’ $30 walk-ins. Register by May 6. 725- 8500. reservations[at]we-ci.org. Dublin Pub at Vinegar Hill Mall, 107 W. Cook St, 217-679-1775.

Bulletin Board

African Celebration May 01, 11:30am-1pm, Traditional Liberian food and music. LLCC student Stephen Wannah presents brief program on current political situation in Northern Africa. 544-7426. St. Joseph Parish, 1345 N. Sixth St.

CrimeStoppers Community Unity Apr 29, 5-8pm, Food, beverages, raffles, silent auction, live music with Whirled Peas to benefit Crime Stoppers. $20. Northfield Inn Suites & Conference Center, 3280 Northfield Dr, 217-622- 9547.

Greater Springfield Job and Career Fair Apr 28, 3-6pm, Prospective employees from all over central Illinois. 525-1773. Crowne Plaza, 3000 S. Dirksen Pkwy.

Kitchens in Bloom Tour May 01, 12-4pm, Junior League of Springfield, features homes in Piper Glen, Savannah Pointe, Irongate and Spaulding Orchard Road. $20, $15 in advance, jlsil.org. 544-5557.

Mother’s Day Tea May 01, 2-3:30pm, Tea with a focus on household tasks of decades past. $25. Register by April 25. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St, 217-523- 2631.

Race Unity Art/Poetry Contest Apr 28-29, May 02-06, 09-11, Deadline June 2, grades 3-5, middle and high school. Drop at Boys and Girls Club or Lincoln Library. raceunityrally.org. 553- 5978.

Royal Spring Awakening Apr 30, 5pm, Cocktail party, silent auction, Maypole dance by Springfield Ballet Company, music by Thistle and Thyme. Reservations $50 by Apr 25. iles-house.blogspot.com. Elijah Iles House, 628 S. Seventh St, 217-492- 5929.

Spring Fling May 06, 6:30-10pm, Springfield Newcomer’s Club Hawaiian-themed gala with food, drink, entertainment. $10. 553-4381. Washington Park Botanical Garden, 1740 W. Fayette Ave, 217-753-6228.

St. Jude Kentucky Derby Party Apr 30, 7pm, Hors d’oeuvres, silent and live auctions and other Kentucky Derbythemed traditions. 800-713-8223. Panther Creek Country Club, 3001 Panther Creek Dr, 546-4431.

Table Setting Luncheon Apr 29-30, 10am-3pm Fri, 10am-2pm Sat, Luncheon (served 11 a.m.-1 p.m. craft exhibit and bake sale. $8. Benefits charity. Springfield Ceramics and Crafts Club, 2626 S. Pasfield St.

Vigil for Peace Apr 30, May 07, 12pm, Each Saturday at noon on corner of Sixth and Monroe, outside Federal Building. All are welcome. 544-3997.

Volunteer Informational Meeting May 07, 10, 10am Sat, 7pm Tue, Attend one meeting to begin training in June as Edwards Place volunteer. Register 523- 2631 or [email protected]. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St.

Drug Take Back Day Apr 30, 10am-2pm, Drop off unused, unwanted and expired prescription drugs for safe disposal by DEA. Prevention First Office, 2800 Montvale Drive. prevention.org.

Take Back the Night Apr 29, 7:30pm, Call for end of violence against women with all genders, all sexual orientations, candlelight march and rally. Survivor stories, music, poetry reading, ice cream, t-shirts for students who arrive early. March starts at UIS quad, ends with rally on south patio, Health Sciences Building, UIS. 206-7173 or [email protected].

Politics

Drinking Liberally Apr 28, May 05, 6:30pm, Every Thursday, informal political discussion and socializing with fellow progressives. [email protected]. Bar None, 245 S. Fifth St.

World Affairs Council of Central Illinois May 04, 7:30pm, Sumit Ganguly, “India’s Democracy.” Free and open to public. 529-9330 or 747-9306. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 217-206-6605.

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