FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Abraham Lincoln National Railsplitting Festival Sep 14-16, 10am-4pm, Craft booths, historical displays, working craft area, pioneer village and more. Logan County Fairgrounds, 1408 Short 11th St, Lincoln.

Cruise 11 to Remember 9-11 Sep 09, 10am-6pm, Car show ($11), food, craft vendors, 1 p.m. cruise, (3 p.m. free Blues Brothers Tribute concert. 4 p.m. free memorial service.), Downtown Decatur, 160 E. Main St, Decatur, 217-791-1385.

Fall Festival Sep 07-08, 9am-9pm, Two days, South Washington Street Merchants, parade and dinners. Mount Pulaski Town Square, Washington Street, Mount Pulaski, 217-792-5217.

Harvest Fest Sep 14-15, 10am-5pm, Food, crafts, bands, activities. Free, some activities have a fee. 632-7363. Petersburg Square, N. Seventh St at W. Douglas Ave, Petersburg.

Prairie Harvest Days Sep 14-16, 5pm Fri-5pm Sun, Tons of contests, 3-on-3 basketball tournament, parade, food, music, crafts, kiddie tractor pull and lots more.

prairieharvestdays.com. Mason City, 217-414-7137.

SOB Festival Sep 08, 12-5pm, Over fifty specialty craft and homemade beers, exhibits, food and musical entertainment. $20, $15 in advance. sobfestival.com. The Inn at 835, 835 S. Second St, 523-4466.

South Jacksonville Celebration Sep 07-08, 5pm Fri, 10-12am Sat, South Jacksonville celebrates with a concert in the cornfield, parade and much more. southjacksonville.org. South Jacksonville, 245-4803.

St. Cabrini Fall Festival Sep 09, 11am-5pm, Horace Mann Singers 12:30 p.m. Hipbone Sam 2 p.m. raffles, silent auction, children’s games, beverages and food for purchase. Free. St. Cabrini Church, 1020 N. Milton, 217-522-8555.

TAP Fest - The Autism Program Benefit Sep 16, 2-7pm, Features kids activities, BBQ and music of Still Kick’n, The Shenanigans, Dave Littrell Band, The Blue G’s. $10, $20 families. Crows Mill Pub, 1220 Toronto Road, 217-529- 2769 .

Traditional and Bluegrass Music Festival

Sep 07-08, 6:30-10pm Fri-Sat, 10am- 5pm Sat, 19th Century music and dancing throughout pioneer village and bluegrass music in outdoor theater evenings. $4, $10 family donation suggested. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 217-632-4000.

Williamsville Fall Festival Sep 08, 9am-10pm, Fishing derby, games, petting zoo, kids crafts, craft and food vendors. Gene Fore and White Lightning band provide live music. Williamsville Park, Williamsville, 217- 899-9825.

BOOKS & AUTHORS Book Club Sep 09, 7pm, Second Sunday at artists gallery and coop. The Pharmacy, 401 South Grand Avenue West, 217-652- 3273.

Book Signing Sep 08, 1-3pm, Joseph A. Lunini, Sr. signs copies of his book, “The Creator and the Promise,” a mix of sci-fi and spirituality. Owl’s Roost Bookstore, 427 Pulaski St. Lincoln.

Middle-earth Fellowship Sep 08, 10am, Second Sat. of each month discussing “The Hobbit.”

[email protected], hobbit in subject line. Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 3111 S. Veteran’s Pkwy, 546-9440.

Writers Workshop Sep 13, 7pm, Second Thursday of the month at new artist coop. The Pharmacy, 401 South Grand Avenue West, 217-652- 3273.

SPOKEN WORD Open Mic Sep 19, 6-8pm, Come read your work or listen. Food for purchase. Hosted by Springfield Poets and Writers. 725-9058. Robbie’s, 4 S. Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-528-1901.

THEATER & COMEDY

All My Sons Sep 13-16, 7:30pm Thu-Sat, 2pm Sun, Jacksonville Theatre Guild drama. Jacksonville Theatre Guild, 210 W. College Ave, Jacksonville, 245-1402.

Comedian Jimmy McCugh Sep 07-08, 8pm Fri, 8pm Sat, Classic observational humor emphasized with unique vocal and facial expressions. $12.50. Mason City Limits Comedy Club, 114 E. Chestnut, Mason City, 482-5233.

Prairie Dreams: The Story of Clayville and Its People Sep 08-09, Play about early days of historic stagecoach inn, west of Springfield by Tara McClellan McAndrew. $8-$13, 206-6160. Clayville, Route 125, Pleasant Plains, 626-1024.

Spring Awakening Sep 07-09, 13-16, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun, Tony-award winning electrifying fusion of morality, sexuality, and rock and roll about teens coming of age. $18-$20. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence, 1-800-838- 3006.

MUSIC: GENERAL EVENTS

An Enchanted Evening Sep 09, 5-8pm, Elkhart Historical Society presents music, finger food, drinks. $30. Reservations 947-2238. Cro’Hurst Mansion on Elkhart Hill, Cro’Hurst Drive, Elkhart.

Artist on the Plaza Sep 06, 11, 12-1pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays, free outdoor performances. 753-3519. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-785-9363.

Bossa Azul Sep 08, 15, 11:30am-12:30pm, Playing every Saturday. Golden Frog Cafe, 218 S. Sixth, 299- 6576.

Chris Talley Trio Bluegrass Concert Sep 08, 5:30-7:30pm, Free concert. Whiteside Park, Jacksonville Street, Whitehall, 217-248-4600.

Concert in the Cornfield Sep 08, 7pm, Thompson Square with opening act Chris Cagle, CMA 2002 Top New Male Vocalist Nominee. $20, $17 in advance. Jacksonville.

Don Smith Quartet Sep 15, 10am-12pm, Playing at the Farmers Market. Downtown Springfield.

Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Sep 07, 7pm, Acclaimed gospel music group. $30-$27. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.

Mark O’Connor Sep 15, 7:30pm, Grammywinning violinist. $13-$16.50.

Kirkland Fine Arts Center, 1184 W. Main St, Decatur, 424-6318.

Prairie Grapevine Folklore Society Sep 18, 7:30pm, The Don’t Be Brothers, Nashville duo playing Celtic (mostly Irish) songs. $10- $5. 454-0178. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd, 217-585-9550.

Robert Sampson Oldies Concert Sep 07, 5:30-8:30pm, Sampson sings and performs favorite “oldies” on keyboard and guitar. Bring your lawn chair. Free. Whiteside Park, Jacksonville Street, Whitehall, 217-248- 4600.

Sha-Boom In Concert Sep 08, 6-9pm, Nine piece rock ‘n’ roll nostalgia band performing the greatest hits of the 50s, 60s and 70s. Free. Roodhouse Park, Franklin Street, Roodhouse, 217-971-4445.

Sound Celebration Chorus Sep 15, 7pm, 6:30 preshow, 1940s USO Tribute by woman’s chorus. $16-$13. Portion of proceeds to Illinois Military Family Relief Fund. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217- 523-2787.

Springfield Block Party Sep 15, 12-4pm, Free food,

music, entertainment and children’s activities for entire family.

Free. Dreamland Park, 2300 Taylor Ave, 217-528-2299.

Springfield Municipal Band Sep 11, 6:30pm, Free concert. Bring a chair or blanket. Douglas Park, 400 N. Macarthur Blvd.

DANCE All About Country Dance Sep 14, 8-11pm, Free lesson at start. DJ Marilyn Ferry. $6. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 836-1438.

All About Dance Sep 12, 19, 7-10pm, Every Wed. open dance preceded with hour line dance lessons with DJ/instructor Marilyn Ferry. $5. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 836-1438.

Dance Sep 07, 7-9pm, Free dance first Friday of every month for individuals with disabilities. Semiformal dress attire. Erin’s Pavilion, Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St, 217-753-0702.

Rockballet LIVE Sep 15, 8pm, Springfield Ballet Company with live music by band, Downstate. $26-$16. springfieldballetco.org. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 206-6160.

Rockballet LIVE Sep 16, 2pm, Springfield Ballet Company with live music by band, Downstate. $26-$16. springfieldballetco.org. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 206-6160.

ART & ARCHITECTURE

Art Spectacular at the Carillon Sep 08-09, 10am-5pm Sat, 10am-4pm Sun, Juried Fine Art Fair featuring original artwork, music, food, demos, kids art sale and more. Accessible. Washington Park Rees Memorial Carillon, Fayette Rd, 753-6219.

Artrageous First Friday Sep 07, 5:30-8pm, Joan Gardner demonstrates silk fabric dying techniques. The Blue Door Gallery, 214 South 6th St, 217- 753-0262.

Carpe Diem Sep 15-16, 12-4pm Fri-Sun, Through Dec. 2, work by Petersburg artist Kevin Atterberry. Reception Sept. 14, 5 p.m. Prairie Palette Art Gallery, on the square, Petersburg.

Edwards Place Fine Art Fair Sep 15-16, 10am-5pm Sat, 11am-4pm Sun, Premiere event with tours of Edwards Place Home, hands-on activities for kids, food, music, demos and more. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St, 217-523-2631.

Gallery Exhibit Sep 08-09, 11-16, 18-19, 4- 6pm Tue-Sat, 1-3pm Sun, Sept 8-30, Thomas Trausch - Watercolor and Oil Paintings. David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave, Jacksonville, 243- 9390.

Heavy Hitters Sep 07, 11-13, 18-19, Graffiti and street art from around the world. Reception Sept. 7, 5-8 p.m. with outdoor activities. Anne Lloyd Gallery of the Madden Arts Center, 125 N. Water, Decatur, 217-423-3189.

Holding Hands With History Sep 06-08, 11-15, 18-19, 10am-3pm Tue-Sat, Through Sept. 21, watercolor paintings by Kay Smith, Artist Laureate of Illinois. National Museum of Surveying, Inc. 521 E.

Washington, 217-523-3130.

Luminous Ground: Artists with Histories Sep 06-19, 8:30am-5pm Mon- Sat, 12-5pm Sun, Through Jan. 2013, view the work of eleven older Illinois artists, ages 78 through 90. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 217- 782-7386.

Poets, Painters and Performers Exhibit Opening Sep 07, 5-8pm, Free opening reception for works on display from this collaboration of the arts using the theme of compassion. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery II, 2 S. Old State Capitol Plaza, 544-2727.

The History of The Division Sep 06, 10-13, 8am-4pm Mon- Thu, Through Sept. 14, artwork of Matthew Schultz and personal artifacts from past 150 years of men in group. (Reception Sept. 7, 6 p.m. includes lecture of The Division’s history, room 2209.), LLCC James S. Murray Gallery, Upper level, Menard Hall, 217-720-9140.

Through the Looking Glass - Featured Artist Exhibit Sep 06-08, 11-15, 10am-5pm Tue-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat, Linda Morrison, watercolor and drawing; Rick Taylor, acrylic & oil/digital art. H.D. Smith Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St, 544- 2787.

Vasiliy Myazin Sep 08, 5:30-7:30pm, Opening reception for "In Search of New Forms," by Russian painter (1936-2008). Guest curated by Rosina Neginsky who will talk at 6:30 p.m. Exhibit runs through Sept. 30. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St. 523-2631.

Vignettes - Claire Hedden Sep 06, 10-13, 17-19, 11- 6 Mon-Thu, Through Sept. 27, Sculptural works from nationally known artist and Mclean County Arts Center curator. Reception Sept. 6, 5:30 p.m. UIS Visual Arts Gallery, HSB 201, One University Plaza, 206- 6506.

FILM & TELEVISION Citizens Club Program: Zero-Waste Vision Sep 12, 6am, 2pm, 11pm, 58minute filming of excellent Citizens Club program on waste and recycling. Access-4 Public Access Station, 2141 West White Oaks Dr, 726-8410.

Foreign & Independent Film Series Sep 07, 7pm, The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest. Free. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 206-6665.

CHILDREN’S CORNER Grandparents Day Sep 09, 1-5pm, Takehome craft, special activity, tour “Luminous Ground: Artists with Histories” exhibition with family-friendly guide. Free. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-5993.

Super Saturdays at the Museum Sep 08, 11am-3pm, “Make a Splash: Illinois Waterways.” Kids ages 4-8. 782-6044. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-6044.

Wonderous Wednesday Storytime Sep 12, 19, 11am, With Miss Alana, plus activity. Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 3111 S. Veteran’s Pkwy, 546-9440.

SCIENCE Friday Night Star Parties Sep 07, 14, 8-10pm, Fridays in Sept. and Oct. weather permitting. Observatory, roof of Brookens Library. Free. uis.edu/astronomy. University of Illinois at Springfield, 217-206- 6073.

Paul Mickey Science Series Lecture Sep 12, 7-8:30pm, Dr. Michael Nassaney, Western Michigan University, “Public Archaeology at Long Lost Trading Post in Southwest Michigan: The Continuing Saga of the Fort St. Joseph Investigations.”, Illinois State Museum Research & Collections Center, 1011 E. Ash St, 785-0037.

NATURE Birdhouse Building Contest Deadline Sept. 16 for entry. Delivery by Oct. 12. $5, includes free admission to Indian Summer Fest. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr, 217-529-1111.

Springfield Audubon Society Field Trip Sep 08, 7:45am, To Emiquon Preserve, Havana. Car pool from Adams. Info, 217-522- 0897. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave, 217-544-2473.

Springfield Civic Garden Club Sep 10, 9am, Garden-related flea market 8:30 a.m. and after meeting with Coppertree talking about new-to-market trees, shrubs and perennials. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 533 S. Walnut Street, 217-522-4415.

Tea Gardens Sep 18, 6-8pm, Extension educator speaks on creating your own tea garden and how to grow plants used to make tea. Free. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave, 217- 544-2473.

Volunteer Steward Orientation Sep 07, 8:30-11:30am, Breakfast snacks, info on Illinois Audubon Society and Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, tree and plant identification walk. RSVP 544-2473. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave.

Volunteer Work Day Sep 16, 1-3pm, Tools, water and cookies provided. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave.

Wed. Morning Pickup Party Sep 12, 19, 9-10am, Weather permitting, help pick up trash. Garbage bags and long handled pickers provided. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave, 217-544-2473.

ENVIRONMENT Illinois Green Business Summit Sep 07, 8:30am-4:30pm, Includes two nationallyacclaimed authorities on sustainability, Joel Makower and Jim Hartzfeld. illinoisgba.com/Summit2012. Hilton Garden Inn, 1501 S. Neil Street, Champaign, 531-2179.

LECTURES & MEETINGS

Chatham Kiwanis Club Meeting Sep 06, 13, 6:15pm, Civic organization meets every Thursday. Chatham Area Public Library, 600 E. Spruce, Chatham, 725-6467.

Parkinson Disease Support Group Meeting Sep 16, 2-4pm, Third Sunday of Jan. Mar. May, Jul. Sept. Nov. Family welcome. Accessible. Refreshments. Christ the King Parish Center, 1930 Barberry, 698-0088.

Piano Teacher Workshop Sep 15, 9:30-11:30am, For piano teachers. Gretchen Taylor of Carlinville. Steinway Gallery, 2816 Plaza Drive, 585-9226.

Q.U.I.L.T.S. Sep 10, 7pm, Second Monday of each month. All skill levels welcome. springfieldquilts.com. Atonement Lutheran Church, 2800 W. Jefferson St, 217-546- 7646.

Sex Addicts Anonymous Sep 06, 10, 13, 17, 7:30pm Mon and 6:30pm Thu, For those seeking freedom from addictive sexual behavior. Meeting info, [email protected]. Confidentiality assured. Various locations.

Single in September Seminar Sep 15, 2pm and 8pm, Ages 18 and up info on dating skills, fashion show, speed dating, cocktail hour and more. Travelodge, 3751 S. Sixth St street, 638-8989 or 816-1018.

Springfield Camera Club Sep 13, 7pm, Meets second and fourth Thursday each month. 546-5021. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St, 217-528-3407.

Springfield Parental Alienation Advocacy Group Meeting Sep 10, 6-8pm, First Monday of month. Mezzanine Level, Conference room 3. Hilton Springfield, 700 E. Adams, 793- 3586.

Starting Your Business in Illinois Sep 06, 6-8pm, Register with the ISBDC at 544-7232. Free. LLCC Capital City Training Center, 130 W. Mason, 217-786-2200.

Woman’s Symposium Sep 13, 7:30am-4:30pm, Keynote speaker Deb Jones, “Tactical Steps for Strategic Planning.” $89. www.iwil.biz. 628-3441. Illinois Education Association, 3440 Liberty Dr.

Women Entrepreneurs - Central IL Sep 12, 11:30am-1pm, Judy Jozaitis, Ed.D. VP of Workforce Development & Community Education. $17-$22. Register by Sept. 7 to [email protected]. 725-8500. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 217-786-2200.

BULLETIN BOARD Family Carnival Sep 08, 12-4pm, Pony rides, kids games, bounce house, large slide and more. Color Guard, Shriner Jazz Band at noon, Shriner clowns and Elvis Himselvis. Hickory Glen Senior Living, 1700 W. Washington, 217-793-0431.

Cachet Club Annual Card Party Sep 11, 6:30-9pm, Play cards or any game of your choice, $5. Proceeds to Wash. Street Mission and Sang. Co. Inter-Veteran Burial. Little Flower School Activity Center (south of school), Stevenson Dr.

Call for Performers New (CD, DVD, short bio) and returning performers (phone with interest) for First Night Springfield. Deadline Sept. 10. Springfield Area Arts Council, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-753-3519.

Classic Car Cruise In and Forever Doo-wop Concert Sep 07, 6-8:30pm, 8:30pm concert, Join the cruise in and then watch an a capella Doo Wop revue. $10 concert.

Magnuson Grand Hotel & Conference Center, 19067 W. Frontage Road, Raymond, 217-324-2100.

Expressions of Freedom Deadline Oct 15, teen photography, poetry, short film competition for Emancipation Proclamation 150th anniversary. nps.gov. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St, 217-391-3221.

Fall Festival Fundraiser Sep 08, 8am-8pm, Rappers, jazz, gospel and R&B music; 3-on-3 basketball; $5 haircuts; drill teams; praise dancers; steppers; games; vendors; drawings; food and more. Springfield Boys & Girls Club, 300 S. 15th Street, 217-544-0548.

First Fridays Downtown Sep 07, 5-8pm, Every first Friday stroll, shop eat downtown. Exhibitions, live music, great deals and fun surprises. 544-1723. Downtown Springfield.

Governor Duncan’s Neighborhood Walking Tour Sep 15, 8:45am and 9:30am, Three grand homes and Illinois College President’s Mansion. $30, by Sept. 12. 245-5390. Governor Duncan Mansion, 4 Duncan Pl, Jacksonville, 245-2626.

I-Con 2012 Sep 07, 3pm-12am Fri, 10am-12am, Springfield’s annual gaming convention. $20 or $12 each day. Mansion View Inn, 517 S. Fourth Street, 217-891-7978.

Lincoln: The Constitution and the Civil War Sep 06-07, 10-14, On exhibit Aug. 1- Sept 14 in Student Union, Mendard Hall. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 217-786-2200.

Membership Informational Meeting Sep 07, 6-7:30pm, Springfield Underwater Search and Rescue Team. For certified divers, 21 or older, interested in Black Water Diving. 529-5191.

Knight’s Action Park and Caribbean Water Adventure, 1700 Knights Recreation Dr, 217-698-0066.

New Salem Shrine Club Car Show Sep 15, 11:30am-4:30pm, Open to cars, trucks and motorcycles. Special display - Justin Allgaier’s Nascar Nationwide stock car. Rain or shine. Petersburg Square, N. Seventh St at W. Douglas Ave, Petersburg, 217-636-8735.

Nominations Sought Deadline 5 p.m. Sept. 17, 2012. Forms online and at various locations for Mayor’s Awards for the Arts. springfieldartsco.org. Springfield Area Arts Council, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-753-3519.

Patriot Days Sep 07-09, 3pm Fri, 11am Sat, 12:30pm Sun, Buffalo wing social. Armchair virtual travel to New York, lunch. Lunch and pianist Mark Vincent. RSVP, 546-5577. Montvale Estates, 2601 Montvale Drive.

Paws and Power Sep 09, 9am-4:30pm and 6-8:30pm, Dog party and walk, $3 donation for APL. Juried vintage car show and more.

Evening reception with music and more, $35. Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St, 217- 753-0702.

Pork Meets Cork Sep 08, 6-10pm, Dinner, wine and beer tastings, live music. Washington, Fifth and Sixth. $30, benefits Kidzeum. kidzeum.org. Downtown Springfield.

Red Cross Volunteer Orientation Sep 13, 5:30-6:30pm, Email [email protected] or 787-7602. American Red Cross, 1045 Outer Park Dr # 1, 217-787-7602.

Scrabble Tournament Sep 15, 10am, For Non-Rated Players hosted by Springfield HS Scrabble Club. Admission. 525-3106. Springfield High School, 101 S. Lewis St.

Scrapbook Extravaganza Sep 08, 9am-9pm, Twelve hours of scrapbooking with breakfast, lunch and dinner. Prizes. Proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity. $30. St. Agnes Church, 245 N. Amos St, 787- 7209.

Secretary of State Antique Vehicle Show Sep 08, In parking lot, antique, classic and sports cars, motorcycles, trucks, recreational vehicles, hot rods and tractors. 557-7220. Meijer Store, 4200 Conestoga Drive.

Vigil to Remember Sep 08, 12-1pm, Vigil to Remember the Loss on 9/11/01. Corner of Sixth and Monroe. Downtown Springfield.

Volunteer Training Sep 18, 5:30-8:30pm, Multi Purpose Room. Volunteers asked to attend Oct. 2, 9, 17 also. Register, 558-8984. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 North Sixth St, 217-558-8844.

FOOD Hope Institute’s Celebrity Chef Dinner Sep 08, 6pm, Renowned Chicago Chef Stephanie Izard. $150. $250 meet and greet. Tickets by phone or online. Erin’s Pavilion, Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St, 585-5172.

Illinois Products Farmers Market Sep 06, 13, 4-7pm, Thursdays through Oct 18, local food, entertainment. Commodity Pavilion. 785-4873. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 782-8886.

Maldaner’s Rooftop Garden and Apiary Tour Sep 13, 5-7pm, Join Slow Food Springfield for wine, hors d’oeuvres and guided tour by Chef Higgins. $20-$25. Reservations required by Sept. 7. Maldaner’s , 222 S. Sixth St, 691-5035.

Old Capitol Farmers Market Sep 08, 12, 15, 19, 8am- 12:30pm Wed and Sat, Through Oct. Saturdays include artisans. Super Saturdays (third of month) include entertainment and more. Downtown Springfield, Inc. 3 W. Old State Capitol Plaza, 544-1723.

POLITICS Drinking Coffee Liberally Sep 08, 15, 9am, Every Saturday. Have coffee, breakfast and conversation with fellow progressives. [email protected]. Edgar’s Coffee House, 2001 Wabash Ave, 217-787-7439.

Return of Illinois Sep 08, 10:30am-12pm, Citizens Concerned about Corruption within state government. All welcome. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St, 494- 0512.

HISTORY Boys in Blue Exhibit Sep 06-07, 10-14, 17-19, 9am- 5pm Mon-Fri, New images and artifacts, including original Civil War battle flag. Free. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 North Sixth St, 217-558-8844.

Historic Bicycle Ride Sep 08, 1-3pm, Join Springfield Bicycle Club on a free, 10-mile bicycle tour of Lincoln-related and other Springfield historic sites. Capital Complex Visitors Center, 425 S. College St. Springfield, IL 62704, 698-7626.

Life with Susan Sep 08, 9am-4pm, Portrayals of key people in Susan Lawrence Dana’s life each second Saturday of month through Dec. with music and poetry. Admission. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence, 217- 782-6776.

Mary Lincoln Exhibit Sep 06-19, Display of Mary Todd Lincoln’s extravagances and jury verdict form declaring her insane. Paid museum admission required. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St, 217-782-5764.

Sangamon County History through the Arts Sep 08, 10am-4pm Sat, Tours, demos by working artists, crafts for children, winning photo entries. Free. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 217- 785-9363.

Spirits of the Civil War Sep 08, 9am-5pm, First-person accounts of those who experienced the war, encampment, special presentations on the hour starting at 11 p.m. Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site, 1500 Monument Ave, 782-2717.

The Battle of Antietam Sep 13, 7pm, ALPLM historians talk about Civil War battle. Free and open to public. Advance reservations requested, 558- 8934. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St, 217-782-5764.

To Kill and to Heal Exhibit Sep 06-19, 9am-5pm, Through 2013, “Weapons and Medicine of the Civil War.” $12 adults, $6 kids. ($5 to visit display only.), Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St, 217- 782-5764.

Underground Railroad in Southwest Michigan Sep 13, 7-8:30pm, Dr. Michael Nassaney, Western Michigan University. 785-0037. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-7386.

AUDITIONS For Christmas Carol Sep 10-11, 7pm, Roles for adults and kids. Sangamon Hall South, room 0009. Callbacks Sept. 14. [email protected]. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 217-786-2200.

HEALTH DBSA Central Illinois Sep 06, 13, 7:30-8:30pm, Support group for those affected by depression or bipolar disorder, and friends/family.

Springfield conference room (B149). Memorial Medical Center, 701 N. First St, 414- 7368.

DBSA Central Illinois Sep 11, 18, 6:30-8:30pm, Tuesdays. For those affected by mood disorder, friends/family. Fellowship Hall, lower level. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St, 414-7368.

Red Cross Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED Training Sep 11, 5:30-8:30pm, American Red Cross, 1045 Outer Park Dr # 1, 1-800-733-2767.

Reiki for Cancer Patients Sep 10, 17, By Appointment, Open to all cancer patients regardless of where they are treated. Register phone. Simmons Cancer Institute, 315 W. Carpenter, 217-545-5408.

FAITH & PHILOSOPHY

Divorce Recovery: A Time for Healing Sep 06, 6:30-8:30pm, Nine week support group. Advance registration required by phone. Free child care. $15. Chatham Presbyterian Church, 1835 E. Walnut, Chatham, 483-1224.

First Annual Mission Flea- Esta Sep 15, 7am-2pm, Vendors, food concession, free face painting for kids, free spiritual readings, flea market. House of Prayer Springfield, 624 S. Fourth St. 528-9780.

Second Saturday Sow - Families Blessing Families Sep 08, 5-7pm, Share your family ideas on chores, activities, vacations, meals, etc. with other families. Free. Wildflour Artisan Bakery/Cafe, 256 W. Main St, Decatur, 2608040049.

Taize Healing and Wholeness Service Sep 08, 7pm, Taize sung prayer for those in tragedy. Labyrinth available to walk in prayer. Donations to Red Cross. First Presbyterian Church, 321 S. Seventh St, 528-4311.

SPORTS & FITNESS 40th Annual Capital City Century Sep 09, 7am-5pm, Recreational rides of 25, 40, 62, 80, 100 miles. $17 and up. Discounts for pre-registration. (Free historic ride Sept. 8.) www.spfldcycling.org. Lake Springfield Beach House, 100 Long Bay Dr, 891-5464.

Springfield Junior Blues Games Sep 07-08, 7pm Fri-Sat, The Blues take on University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana Friday and Saturday. Nelson Center Ice Arena, Lincoln Park, 1601 N. Fifth St, 217-525- 2589.

Top of the Hill 5k Run/Walk Sep 08, 8am, Free kids dash (10 and under) at 8:35 a.m. Registration at high school. Take off from town square. $25. Mt. Pulaski, Mt. Pulaski.

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