Celebrate Fall Sep 24, 10am-3pm, Exhibits, walk the trails, visit the llamas and more. jubileefarm.info. 787- 6927. Jubilee Farm, 6760 Old Jacksonville Road.
Art Auction/Sale and Wine Tasting Sep 24, 6pm, Benefits Springfield Committee for Children, not-for-profit paying for Sangamon county students’ extracurricular activities. $15, includes wine, cheese, live music. Tickets and info 241- 2415. Ansar Shrine, 630 S. Sixth Street, 217-525-1771.
It’s All Relative with Kirsten and Karin Paludan Sep 24, 8pm, Midwestern natives and acclaimed singing sisters make Springfield debut in this uplifting, multi-media musical memoir. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207- 6960.
Alpaca Farm Days Sep 24-25, 10am-5pm Sat, 11am-4pm Sun, Free family event to meet alpacas face to face. Fiber demonstrations and end products made from alpaca fleece. 632-2590. alpacasofindianpointhills.com. Indian Point Hills, 17229 Vaneman St, Petersburg.
Apple and Pork Festival Sep 24-25, 7am-5pm, Entertainment, flea market, pony rides, museum tours, craft area and over 25 food booths. Free admission to grounds. DeWitt County Museum, 219 E. Woodlawn, Clinton.
Apple Festival Sep 24-25, 9am-6pm, Pick your own apples from the 123 acre orchard or buy some from the market, then browse the craft fair. Broom Orchard, Carlinville. 854-3514.
Beardstown Fall Festival Sep 24-25, Features music, parade, carnival rides, craft and flea market, car show and more. Sammy Kershaw Sunday, 4 p.m. 491-3771. Art Zeeck Park, Second St. at State St., Beardstown.
Cruise Nite and Car Show Sep 24-25, One-of-the area’s largest cruise nights. Watch cruise on Saturday night and enjoy car show on Sunday morning. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.
Memorial SportsCare Women’s Biathlon Sep 25, 8am, USAT-sanctioned non-competitive biathlon with 3.1 miles flat-course running, 12 miles biking on gently rolling hills. Register at active.com. Family health/fun fair at 7:30 a.m. Koke Mill Medical Center, 3132 Old Jacksonville Road, 862-0200.
Whisper in Time Cemetery Walk Sep 25, 1-4pm, Four local historical figures discuss their lives in the Cascade area during 1800s. Free, donations accepted. 622-5824. Taylor Cemetery, behind (east of) Ranger Station, Sangchris Lake State Park, 9898 Cascade Rd, Rochester.
Music in the Park Sep 25, 4-7pm, Free Celtic music with Fake McCoys, Exorna, Elk Pipes and Drums, The Emerald Underground. Bring a chair or blanket. Washington Park Playground, 1021 South Grand Ave, 217-753-6225.
Health and Wellness Fair Sep 28, 10am-2pm, Representatives from area organizations promoting healthy living lifestyles. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 786-2241.
Conference on Illinois History Sep 29-30, Two day conference held at PCCC and ALPM. Registration and fee info at presidentlincoln.org or 558- 8934. Various locations.
Barry Apple Festival Sep 29-30, Oct 01, Apple pie contest, parade (Oct. 1 at 1 p.m.), talent contests, pet show, car show and so much more. 217-242-0041. Barry City Hall, 1005 Bainbridge Street, Barry.
Swing Night Sep 30, 6-10pm, Listen to Sande Hackel Orchestra at 7 p.m. Dance instruction at 6 p.m. Refreshments for purchase. Decatur Airport FBO Hanger, 790 S. Airport Rd, Decatur, 422- 5911.
ScrapArtsMusic Sep 30, 7pm, Vancouver-based company that creates unforgettable percussion performances using kinetic instruments skillfully crafted from industrial scraps. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217- 206-6160, 800-207-6960.
Ragtime Sep 30-Oct 01, 7:30pm, Oct 02, 2pm, Thrilling musical with full orchestra and cast of over 50 local performers. (Friday première is part of the Arts Gala with preshow and post show activities, $50-$30.) Admission. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth Street. 523-2787.
OCTOBER
Jacksonville Rotary Oktoberfest Oct 01, 8am-10pm, Sand volleyball tournament, beer tasting, authentic German band, games, ethnic folk dancers, German food and more. $5. Morgan County Fair Grounds, Jacksonville. 753-2226.
Fur, Feather, Fin Fall Fling Oct 01, 10am-6pm, Final free admission day of the season. Activity packed day includes animal programs. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Drive, 217-753-6217.
Book Group Launch Oct 01, 10am, For individuals and book groups interested in studying Twelve Steps to a More Compassionate Life. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh Street. www.prairiecompassion.org.
Chickfest Oct 01, 11am-8pm, Festival showcasing female performers, artists and others. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2241.
Ballroom Boogie Oct 01, 7-11pm, Dancing, socializing, drinks and fun. All proceeds benefit American Red Cross Local Disaster Relief. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 217-899-4101.
Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra Oct 01, 7:30pm, Season Opening Concert. Illinois College Rammelkamp Chapel, 1101 W. College Ave, Jacksonville, 217- 245-1181.
Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra Oct 01, 7:30pm, Unabashed Romanticism and brilliant virtuosity. Piano sensation Thomas Pandolfi featured in Liszt’s fiery and poetic First Concerto. Kirkland Fine Arts Center, 1184 W. Main St, Decatur, 424-6318.