lawyer, victim advocate, playwright and RMU instructor signs copies of his novel, But for the Crash, in RMU bookstore. Robert Morris University, 3101 Montvale Dr, (217) 793-2500.
Introduction to Poetry Program Jul 05, 6-8pm, Local poets Lisa Higgs and Tracy Zeman offer free four-week workshop every Tuesday in July. $25 donation to VLA. Register at VachelLindsayHome.org or 524-0901. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St.
Poets & Painters Poetry Reading Jun 30, 6-9pm, Listen to Springfield Poets and Writers’ poems inspired by Prairie Art Alliance art. Meet the artists. Drinks, hors d’oeuvres. Free. H.D. Smith Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St, 544-2787.
Theater & Comedy
Comedian Bill Bauer Jun 24-25, 7:30pm and 9:30pm Fri, 8:30pm Sat, Over 25 national television appearances on NBC, ABC, MTV, Showtime, Comedy Central, A&E and more! Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 2937 W. White Oaks Dr, 391-joke.
Guys and Dolls Jul 01-03, 06, 8:30pm, High energy, over-the-top dance show with a large cast of zany characters. $8-$12. The Muni, 815 East Lake Dr.
Let Them Eat Cake Jun 25, 6:45pm, Original romantic and comedic play written by Sherry Yanow and Deborah Fezelle. Pre-show wine and hors d’oeuvres and intermission Baskin-Robbins ice-cream cake. Reservations only. $25. Credit cards, 525-1360, ext 4. Leave name, phone and number attending. Temple B’rith Sholom, 1008 S. Fourth St, 525-1360.
The Secret Garden Jun 24-26, 30, Jul 01-03, Jun 24- 26, 30, Jul 1-3, Classic tale in a full length musical. $12. 1-800-710-9290. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.
Music: General Events
Acoustic Lunch Jun 24, 28-29, 12-1pm, Fri - Dennis Darling alternating Fridays with Hippie Viejo; Tue - Kathryn Raistrick; Wed - Thistle and Thyme. Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St.
Artist on the Plaza Jun 23, 28, 30, Jul 05, 12-1pm, Every Tuesday and Thursday, outdoor performance. 753-3519. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.
Land of Lincoln Chorus Jun 28, Jul 05, 7pm, Every Tuesday, Land of Lincoln Chorus invites men to sing barbershop and more. 737-3359. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St.
Music in the Park Jun 26, 4-7pm, Free concert by Rewind. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Lincoln Park, Fifth St and Sangamon Ave, 217- 544-1751.
Springfield Municipal Band Concerts Jun 28, 7:30pm, Free concerts every Tuesday (except for July 5) in park bandshell with city’s official band. Bring a chair or blanket. Douglas Park, 400 N. Macarthur Blvd, 789-2964.
Summer Concert in the Park Jun 26, Jacksonville Pilot Club sponsors free music at the bandstand every Sunday June through August (except July 3). 478-2015. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.
Dance Central IL Singles/Couples Dance Jun 24, 8-11pm, Bobby Remack Band plays. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 217-546-9515.
Dance Jul 01, 7-9pm, Free dance the first Friday of every month for individuals of all abilities. Semi-formal dress attire. 217-753- 0702. Erin’s Pavilion, Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St.
P.O.L.K. of A. Dance Jun 26, 2-5:30pm, Herb Eberle. $10, $9 members. illinoischapterpolkofa.org. Riverton KC Hall, 401 S. Fourth St, Riverton.
Salsa Nights Jun 25, 9pm-12:30am, Music by DJ Michael Orama. $3. Dress to impress. [email protected]. Abe’s Southside Cafe & Pub, 3751 S. Sixth St, 217-529-5511.
how2dnc.country w/ DJ Marilyn Ferry Jun 24, 7-10:30pm, Line/partner dances for all individuals of all abilities. Decatur Moose Lodge, 3190 N Woodford Street, Decatur, 836-1438.
Art & Architecture Computer Enhanced Photography Jun 23-25, 27-30, 10am-5:30pm Mon- Sat, Creative photographic interpretations of familiar Illinois sites on metallic paper and metal by Randy Washam. The Blue Door Gallery, 214 South 6th St, 217-753- 0262.
Gallery II Art Opening Jul 01, 5-7:30pm, Art created during “Art Group,” outpatient art therapy program, SIU Department of Psychiatry. Beverages, hors d’oeuvres, music. Free. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery II, 221-223 S. Sixth St, 544-2727.
Pastel: Painting With Pure Pigment Jun 23-25, 27-30, Through June, Latest works by Illinois Prairie Pastel Society. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St.
Phobia in the Age of Anxiety Jun 23, 27-30, Jul 04-06, 8am-4pm Mon-Thu, Through July 29, large-scale photography by Emily Thompson, art and photography instructor at LLCC and Benedictine. LLCC James S. Murray Gallery, Upper level, Menard Hall.
Photo Exhibit: Ginny Lee Jun 23-25, 27-30, Through June, color landscapes and black and white portraits, “South Carolina Roadhouse” by Springfield photographer Ginny Lee. Sangamo Club, 227 E. Adams St.
RMU 2011 Senior Exhibition Jun 23-24, 28-30, Jul 01, 05-06, 10am- 2pm, Robert Morris Gallery, 607 E. Adams, 522-8977.
The Urge to Embellish Exhibition Jun 23-30, Jul 01-06, 8:30am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12-5pm Sun, Eclectic array of new acquisitions and rarely-seen works from museum’s collections made predominantly by non-professional artists.
Free. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-7386.
Themes and Variations Art Exhibit Jun 23-25, 28-30, Jul 01-02, 10am-5pm Tues-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat, Through July 2, Tracey Maras, drawing pen/ink - pastel; Bernie White Hatcher, acrylic; Keith Rice, ceramics. H.D. Smith Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St, 544-2787.
Film & Television AV-JAZZ-a-GANZA Jun 23, 7-10pm, Real 16mm movie projectors used to play choregraphed clips of films, with live accompaniment by Frank Trompeter Quintet. Opening act SubAtonic. Charley’s Club at Cafe Andiamo, 206 S. Sixth St, 523-3262.
Movie Geeks Club Jun 30, 7:30pm, 7pm doors open, Last Thursday each month, watch movies selected by voting. moviegeeksclub.blogspot.com. Capital City Bar & Grill, 3149 S. Dirksen Pkwy, 544-5211.
Welcome to Shelbyville Jun 23, 12pm, Two free viewings of documentary addressing challenges of diversity. (Also, June 27, 6:30 p.m. at Lincoln Library.) 899-2743. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd.
Children’s Corner Bob Steffan Summer Film Fest Jun 28-29, 10-10:30am and 2-2:30pm, “The Magic School Bus Takes a Dive.” Free. Recommended for kids 3-8. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 217- 782-5993.
Butterflies!
Jun 25, 11am-3pm, See live butter flies
and specimens. Crafts, hands-on activities, games, and more. Free. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782- 5993.
Illinois Juggling Institute Jun 28, 10am, See the Illinois Juggling Institute and stay after for the Jester’s Court where you can learn to juggle!, Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave, Jacksonville, 243-5435.
genH Route 66 Kids Walk, Run, Roll and Health Expo Jun 25, 9am-2pm, Register now for this free event. genhkids.org. Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St, 494-1194.
Nature Garden Walk Jun 25, 2-7pm, Sangamon-Menard Unit Master Gardeners host a walk at five Springfield locations. Various locations, 217-782-4617.
Morgan County Garden Club Flower Show Jun 24-25, 12:30-5pm Fri, 10am-2pm Sat, David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave, Jacksonville.
Wednesday Morning Pickup Party Jun 29, 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 Sangamon Valley Group of Sierra Club Jun 25, 9:30am-12:30pm, Gob Nob Wind Turbine tour. If interested in carpool, meet at K-Mart parking lot, Clear Lake, at 9:15 a.m. [email protected]. Farmersville.
Sangamon Valley Group of Sierra Club Jun 28, 6:30-8pm, Potluck Picnic in shelter (near playground). Bring dish to share, own table service and drinks. Washington Park, South Grand and MacArthur, 217- 753-6225.
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