2013 Summerlong

Summerguide

SUMMERLONG

Out of Order Through Jun 02, Thu-Sat, Sun brunch, Wild farce by Ray Cooney. $33-$37 full-buffet performance. Conklin’s Barn II Dinner Theatre, Goodfi eld. Reservations 309-965-2545 or barn2.com.

Sliders Baseball Games Through Aug, See specifi c dates and times for home games at www.springfi eldsliders.com. Robin Roberts Stadium, 1415 N. Grand Avenue East.

Artist on the Plaza Through Aug 29, 12-1pm, Tuesday and Thursday free outdoor performances including instrumental, vocal, dance or musical theater. 753-3519. Old State Capitol Plaza South. Carillon Concerts Through Aug 29, 7pm Tue-Thu, 3pm and 7pm Sun, Carillonneur Robin Austin plays wide variety of classical, folk and popular songs. Free. Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, 1740 W. Fayette Ave. 217-546-3853.

Carillon Tours Through Sep 01, 2-8pm Sat- Sun, 6:30pm Wed, Every tour includes live carillon performance. $3.25, $2.50 kids. Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, 1740 W. Fayette Ave. 217-546-3853.

Geocaching Through Sep, search for 10 caches hidden by Springfi eld Park District at its parks. 753-0700. Washington Park, South Grand and MacArthur, 217-753-6225.

Bike and Hike Days Through Sep, 8am-5pm, Park is barricaded to promote biking, hiking, walking and running. Sundays through Sept. Washington Park, South Grand and MacArthur, 217-753-6225.

Civil War Quilters: Loyal Hearts of Illinois Through Sep 08, 8:30am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12-5pm Sun, Exhibit featuring quilts and objects by Illinois women. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring Street, 217-782-7386.

Illinois Products Farmers Market Through Oct. 19, 4-7pm, Thursdays except during Illinois State Fair. Local food, entertainment. Commodity Pavilion. 785-4873. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 217-782-1698.

Old Capitol Farmers Market Through Oct 26, 8am-12:30pm Wed. and Sat., Cheese, produce, meats, art and more. Third Saturdays include entertainment, cooking demos and more. Adams between Fifth and Second. Downtown Springfi eld, Inc. 3 W.

Old State Capitol Plaza, 544-1723. downtownspringfi eld.org.

Taylorville Farmers Market Through Oct 27, 9am-1pm Saturdays, Fresh, locally grown produce. East side of Taylorville square, Taylorville. www. downtowntaylorville.com.

Friday Night Dances Every Friday night, 8-11pm, $10. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 217-546-9515.

Pharmacy Open May 23, Jun 27, Jul 25, Aug 22, 7pm, Fourth Thursday of month, poetry, prose, song, stand-up and more. 6:30 p.m. sign-up. The Pharmacy, 401 South Grand Avenue West, 217-652-3273.

Bootlegging Pub Crawl Tour May 25, Jun 01, 08, 15, 22, 29, Jul 06, 13, 20, 27, Aug 03, 10, 17, 24, 8-10pm, $12, cash only. Reservations, 217-502-8687. Begins at Lincoln family statues, Sixth and Adams St. Downtown.

Salsa Nights May 25, Jun 29, Jul 27, Aug, 9pm- 12:45am, Last Sat. of each month. $3. Abe’s Southside Cafe and Pub, 3751 S. Sixth St. 217-529-5511.

Home Tours May 26, 29, Jun 02, 05, 09, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30, Jul 03, 07, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 31, Aug 04, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays through October 07, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28, Sep 01, 12-4pm, Tour Springfi eld’s oldest home. Opening day of new exhibit, Camp Butler: A Civil War Story. Elijah Iles House, 628 S. Seventh St., 217-492-5929.

Illinois Shakespeare Festival May 29-31, Jun 01-30, Jul 01- 31, Aug 01-10, Outdoor theater with Comedy of Errors, Macbeth, Failure: A Love Story and more. 866-IL-SHAKE. the festival.org. Ewing Manor, 48 Sunset Road, Bloomington, 309-829-6333.

Third Thursday Art Show May 30, Jun 20, Jul 18, Aug 15, 6pm-12am, Free all ages art show with local acoustic music and one band at end of night. Donnie’s Homespun, 107 West Cook Road, 217-691-1301.

Circus Flora May 30-Jun 23, Under the airconditioned Big Top at Grand Center on the parking lot next to Powell Symphony Hall, St. Louis. Tickets by phone at 314-534- 1111 or online at metrotix.com.

Concerts in the Park Jun 02-Aug 25, 6-7pm, Jacksonville Pilot Club sponsors free music at bandstand Sundays. Bring a lawn chair. 478-2015. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.

Lincoln’s Funeral: Distant Memories Jun 04-Aug 27, 5:30-6:15pm, Every Tuesday night at Receiving Vault. Free. 217-782-2717. www.lincolntomb.org. Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site, 1500 Monument Ave.

114th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Flag Lowering Jun 04, 11, 18, 25, Jul 02, 09, 16, 23, 30, Aug 06, 13, 20, 27, 7pm. One lucky visitor in attendance will receive the fl ag. Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site, 1500 Monument Ave., 782-2717.

Free Springfield Municipal Band Concerts Jun 04, 11, 18, 25, Jul 09, 16, 23, 30, Aug 6, 7:30pm, Douglas Park. Jun 13, 6:30pm, Comer Cox Park. Jun 15, 10 a.m., Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum. Jun 27, 7:30pm, Lincoln Park Bandstand. Jun 30 (fi reworks) and Jul 9, 14, 21, 7pm, Southwind Park. Jul 4, 6:30pm, Independence Day Celebration. Jul 18, 7:30pm, Washington Park Lehman Bandshell.

Bob Steffan Summer Film Fest Jun 04-05, “The Magic School Bus Blows Its Top.” Jun 11-12, “Backyard Safari: Butterfl ies.”

Jun 18-19, “Growing Up Wild: Penguins on Parade.” Jun 25-26, “The Magic School Bus Gets Ants in Its Pants.” Jul 02-03, “The Magic School Bus Goes to Mussel Beach.” Jul 09-10, “Reading Rainbow: Once There Was a Tree.” Jul 16-17, “Kids Discover Bats.” Jul 23-24, “The Magic School Bus Goes to Seed.” Jul 30-31, “Growing Up Wild: Spouts Ahoy.” 10am and 2pm, ages 3-8. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring Street, 782-5993.

Pied Piper Architectural Tour Jun 05, Jul 03, Aug 07, Sep 04, 5:30pm, Free professionallyguided architectural tour on fi rst Wed. through Oct. Meets in front of Lincoln-Herndon Law Offi ce. Old State Capitol Plaza, south. 544-1723.

First Fridays Downtown Jun 07, Jul 05, Aug 02, 5-8pm, Every fi rst Friday stroll, shop and eat downtown. Exhibitions, live music, great deals and fun surprises. 544-1723. Downtown Springfi eld.

Of Glass and Wood Tour Jun 15, 29, Jul 06, 20, 1:15pm, Saturday tour led by veteran tour guide Frank Marchant. $15 suggested donation. Reservations encouraged. Dana- Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence, 217-782-6776.

Attention to Detail Tour Jun 15, 29, 10:15am, Two Saturdays a month, April-July, led by veteran tour guide Frank Marchant. $20 suggested donation. Reservations encouraged. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence, 217- 782-6776.

Poetry Open Mic Jun 19, Jul 17, Aug 21, 6-8pm, Third Wednesdays, bring poetry to read, or just sit back and listen. Springfield Poets and Writers. 725-9058. Robbie’s, 4 S. Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-528-1901.

MAY

Barn Colony Artists May 23-25, 27-30, 8:30am- 4:30pm Mon-Fri, 10am-2pm, Display of works by local member organization. Anne Lloyd Gallery of the Madden Arts Center, 125 N. Water, Decatur, 217-423-3189.

Gallery Exhibit May 23-26, 1-3pm Sun, 4-6pm Tue-Sat, Digital photography and digital imaging from Kathy Jamison and Jeff Newman. David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave, Jacksonville, 217- 243-9390.

Proving Ground Pro Wrestling May 24, 7:30pm, 7pm doors open, Live professional wrestling featuring P.G.P. stars, Mustafa Ali, Blake Steel, Zero Gravity and

more. $10. Bogart’s, 2142 Old State Road, Jacksonville, 217- 502-4015.

Country Fan Bash May 24, 8-11pm, Featuring “X Factor” winner Tate Stevens. Free. Sponsored by WFMB. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 800- 745-3000.

IMDA Springfield Mile Motorcycle Race May 24-26, 2:30-10:30pm Fri-Sat, Amateur TT Races Friday. TT National Saturday in Multi-purpose arena. Springfi eld Mile on Sunday in Grandstand. $35. 753-8866. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 217-782-1698.

Passavant-Powerade 5K and 10K May 25, 7:30am, $23. passavanthospital.com. Jacksonville.

Capital City Biathlon May 25, 7:30am, 3.1-mile run, 15-mile bike to benefi t Habitat for Humanity. $40. Lake Springfi eld Beach House, 100 Long Bay Drive, 217-523-2710.

Brian McMillen Memorial 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run May 25, 8am, Register at event or at llccveteransclub.org. $20- $35. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Road, 217-786-2200.

Early Bird Tennis Tournament May 25, 9am registration, All level of play, both singles and doubles. Request form at springfi eldtennis@yahoo.com. Washington Park, South Grand and MacArthur, 217-753-6225.

Race to the Vineyard May 25, Long Creek Vineyards, Decatur, 7185 E. Firehouse Road, Decatur, 217-521-6297.

Meet a Boy in Blue May 25, 11am, 1pm and 3pm, Interpreter discusses key battle explaining uniform, weapons, equipment of Civil War soldiers. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 785-7960.

Jean Poklop: Career Retrospective May 25, 5:30-7:30pm, Opening reception. On display through June 15, 10am-5pm Monday- Friday, 10am-3pm Saturdays. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth Street.

Music and Wine Festival May 26-27, 1-6pm, BBQ available for purchase. Two bands each day with Monday as country music day. Hill Prairie Winery, 23753 Lounsberry Road, Oakford, 217-635-9900.

Summer Reading Kick Off May 28, 3pm, Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave., Jacksonville, 243-5435.

The Making of a Bike Friendly Town May 28, 6:30-8pm, Sustainable Springfi eld Inc. welcomes Ed Barsotti, League of Illinois Bicyclists. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh Street, 220-6206.

Springfield Sliders May 28, 6:35pm, Local baseball team takes on Hannibal Cavemen during open night with fi reworks. Robin Roberts Stadium, Lanphier Park, N. Grand Ave and Michigan Ave.

Springfield Social Club May 29, 5:30-8:30pm, Collecting bottled water for Gus Macker 3-on-3 basketball tournament. PAO Pacifi c Coast Cuisine, 2824 Plaza Drive, 217-546-4660.

A Look into the Future: The World at 2030 May 29, 7:30pm, Dr. Daniel Twining, U.S. National Intelligence Council consultant discusses “four mega trends”

that will shape the future. Free. wacci.us. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 217-206-6073.

Summer Reading Craft May 30, 10am and 3pm, Dig for dinosaur bones at Summer Reading Program. Free, must pre-register. Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave., Jacksonville, 243-5435.

Book Signing May 30, 4-7pm, Photographer James Hawker, “What’s Good?” RSVP to reception at diffi cultpictures@comcast.net. 217-622-3212. Obed & Isaacs, 500 S. Sixth Street, 622-3212.

Half Pint Brawlers Midget Wrestling Tour - Bike Night May 30, As seen on SPIKE TV. Quaker Steak & Lube, 1121 West Lincolnshire Blvd., 217-787-5823.

Dixie’s Tupperware Party May 30-31, Jun 01-02, 8pm Thu-Sat, 2pm Sat-Sun, Direct from Broadway, stars Dixie Longate. Mature audiences. $25- $30. Tickets 800-838-3006. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence.

Heritage Days Summerfest May 31, Jun 01-02, 5-11pm Fri-Sat, 11am-4pm Sun, Three days of music, kids’ games and food, plus a chance to win megaraffl e. 529-1606. Little Flower School, 900 Stevenson Drive, 217-529-4511.

Strawberry Jam Festival May 31, Jun 01, 12-7pm Fri, 6am-7pm Sat, Strawberry social, craft show, fl ea market, buggy rides, pet parade, children’s games. 217-543-2242, 800- 722-6474 Downtown Arthur. illinoisamishcountry.com.

JUNE

Getting the Most Out of Your DSLR Camera Jun 01, 9am-2pm, Classroom instruction, guidance shooting in garden with experienced photographers. $30-$25. Register online or by phone. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr, 217-529-1111.

Follow The Flag Jun 01, 10am, 12pm ride, Escort fl ag via bike or car. World War II Memorial to Veterans Memorial to Decatur American Legion Post 105 for Bikes, Blues and BBQ. $15. Decatur Civic Center, 1 Gary K Anderson Plz, Decatur, 217-963-2772.

WWII Veterans Committee, D-Day Program Jun 01, 11am, Special program honoring WWII servicemen and Veterans. WWII Memorial, Oak Ridge Cemetery, 1500 Monument Ave. 782- 2717.

Strawberry Jam Festival Jun 01, 12-7pm Fri, 6am-7pm Sat, Strawberry social, craft show, fl ea market, buggy rides, pet parade, children’s games. 217-543-2242, 800-722-6474 Downtown Arthur. illinoisamishcountry.com.

Emergency Chaplain Corp Jun 01, 1:30pm, Special ceremony honoring veterans from all wars. Veterans Memorial Complex, Oak Ridge Cemetery, 1500 Monument Ave. 782- 2717.

Poets in the Parlor Jun 01, 2pm, Marge Deffenbaugh on Vachel Lindsay and his war poetry. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St, 217-524-0901.

Art Reception Jun 01, 6-8pm, Featuring works by Laura Kay Coffey. Prairie House Custom Frames, 2833 S. Sixth St, 217-523- 4415.

Art on Main Art Festival Jun 01-02, 10am-5pm Sat; 11am Sun, Juried fi ne art show and sale from best of Midwest artists. Jones Park, on the square, Main Street, Canton, 309-647-2677.

Midwest Regional Cat Show Jun 01-02, 10am-3:30pm Sat, 9am- 3pm Sun, Orr Building. $5, children (4-14) - $4. 309-696-1880. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 217-782-1698.

Heritage Days Summerfest Jun 01-02, 5-11pm Fri-Sat, 11am-4pm Sun, Three days of music, kids’ games and food, plus a chance to win megaraffl e. 529-1606. Little Flower School, 900 Stevenson Drive, 217-529-4511.

Lincoln Days Civil War Reenactment June 1-2, Tours of Union and Confederate encampments, children’s games, scavenger hunts, ladies tea, new reenactments each day. Free. Lake Pittsfi eld, Pittsfi eld. 285-6995. www. pikelincoln.com.

Quilt Show Jun 01-02, 04-09, 11-16, 18-23, 25-30, 10am-5pm Tue-Sat, 1-5pm Sun, Tour the Victorian C. H. Moore Homestead Mansion and see quilts spotlighting Abraham Lincoln displayed throughout. $3. DeWitt County Museum, 219 E. Woodlawn, Clinton, 217-935- 6066.

Cookin’ with the Chorale Jun 01-02, 6pm, Decatur Park Singers and Young Park Singers. Concessions and hot grills for cooking available at 5 p.m. 217-422-5911. Fairview Park, Decatur, 217-421-7458.

Dixie’s Tupperware Party Jun 01-02, 8pm Thu-Sat, 2pm Sat- Sun, Direct from Broadway, stars Dixie Longate. Mature audiences. $25-$30. Tickets 800-838-3006. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence.

International Carillon Festival Jun 02-04, 06-08, 7-8:30pm, Bring blanket or chair and listen to free concerts nightly (except Wed.) by carillonneurs from around the world. Fireworks Jun. 7. Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, 1740 W. Fayette Ave. 546-3853.

Garden Walk Jun 03, 9am-3pm, Join Springfi eld Civic Garden Club only $20, pick up your map from 9-9:30 a.m. from Westminster Presbyterian Church to view local gardens. www.scgc-il.org.

Summer Day Camp Jun 03, Outdoor activities for kids ages 5-12 including swimming lessons. 217- 753-2800. springfi eldparks.org. Various locations.

Veterans Town Hall Meeting Jun 06, 6-7:30pm, Illinois AMVETS new and reopened VA disability claims, employment services, GI Bill info and other valuable veterans services. President Abraham Lincoln Hotel and Conference Center, 701 E. Adams, 217- 528-4713. Pawnee Prairie Days Jun 06-08, 6pm Thu-Fri, 8am- 11pm Sat, Carnival Rides, food, drink and entertainment. Parade 6 p.m. on Saturday. Pawnee town square, Pawnee.

The Odd Couple – female version Jun 06-09, 7pm Thu-Sat, 2pm Sun, Florence and Olive, and whole new perspective that can only happen when women get together. Jacksonville Theatre Guild, 210 W. College Ave, Jacksonville, 245-1402.

Steinway Artist Aldo Mancinelli in Concert Jun 07, 7pm, hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth Street, 217-523-2787.

Civil War Medical Encampment Jun 07-09, Practice of medicine during Civil War. Free. (Reservations for Friday’s Education Day, 558-8911.) illinoiscivilwar150.org. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.

SOHO Music Fest Jun 07-08, 5pm-12am Fri, 12pm-12am Sat, Two days, two stages of local musicians and bands. $5. Bring a chair. Washington between Fifth and Sixth. Downtown Springfi eld.

Pauly Shore Jun 07-08, 8pm Fri, 8pm and 10 pm Sat, Friday sold out. Don’t miss this star’s appearance in Springfi eld. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 625 E. Saint Joseph Street, 391-JOKE.

Virginia BBQ Festival Jun 07-09, 1-10pm Fri, 8am- 10pm Sat, 12-5pm Sun, Parade, fl ea market, crafts, carnival rides and more. Musicians include Chris Cavanaugh and Walking with Cash. virginiabbq.net. Virginia.

South Pacific Jun 07-09, 13-15, 8pm, American nurse stationed at U.S. Naval base during World War II falls in love with an expatriate French plantation owner but struggles to accept his mixedrace children. A second romance concerns a U.S. lieutenant who falls in love with a young Asian woman. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.

Pawnee Prairie Days 5K Run/Walk Jun 08, 8am, Fairly fl at course through residential streets. $20. Pawnee town square, Pawnee, 899-8814.

Discover Nature in Illinois Jun 08, 9am-3pm, Railroad Prairie Tour, Peoria/Knox Counties. Open to Illinois Audubon Society members and nonmembers. Hiking. $10. Limited space. Register online www.illinoisaudubon.org.

Illinois Herb Association Annual HerbFest Jun 08, 9am-3:15pm, Speakers and vendors. Many Uses of Lavender, Growing and Using Elderberry, Herbs of the Bible, Herbs for Healing. $45-$40. Washington Park Botanical Garden, 1740 W. Fayette Ave., 309-557-2107.

Red Cross Walkathon Fundraiser Jun 08, 10am-12:30pm, Chapter’s Meals on Wheels program. Walkers get t-shirt, free hot dog lunch. redcross.org/icac. Washington Park, South Grand and MacArthur, 217-787-7602.

Just be Day Jun 08, 10am-2pm, Come and enjoy just being on the land. Jubilee Farm, 6760 Old Jacksonville Road, 217-787-6927.

World Oceans Day Jun 08, 10am-7pm, Face painting and ocean themed giveaways. Admission. Scovill Zoo, 71 S. Country Club Road, Decatur, 217-421-7435.

Super Saturdays at the Museum Jun 08, 11am-3pm, “Travelin’ the Land of Lincoln.” Crafts and games for ages 4-8. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-6044.

Classic Car Show Jun 08, 12pm, The Albatross Bar and Grill, 3455 Freedom Drive, 217-679-0224.

Dance Workshop Jun 08, 3-5pm, Springfi eld Ballet Company’s Julie Ratz. Free. RSVP, hooglandeducation@ gmail.com. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217- 523-2787.

The Belmont Social Jun 08, 4-7pm, Fine art, fl oral interpretations, bonsai demos and culinary delights in this horse-themed fundraiser. $20. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 544-2787.

Savor Jun 08, 5-9pm, Music, food and chef demonstration. $125. www. genhkids.org. Illinois Executive Mansion, 410 E. Jackson.

Electric Vehicle Cruise-in Jun 08, Electric and hybrid cars, vintage music, food, hourly drawings and more.

648-5077. Atlanta, IL, 103 SW Arch St. Atlanta.

MacART Fest Jun 08-09, 6-9pm Fri, 11-4pm Sat, Free juried fi ne art fair on Saturday featuring over 50 exhibitors. (Friday night Art in Action, $25. See several artists at work.) macartfest.com. Southwest corner of MacArthur Boulevard at South Grand Ave, MacArthur Blvd.

New Salem Summer Festival Jun 08-09, 9am-4pm, Demonstrations of 19th century trades and crafts, including children’s activities. Free. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 217-632-4000.

Macon County Fair Jun 08-16, Carnival, concerts and more. Parade at Grandstand June 14, 6 p.m. 877-8941 or maconcountyfair.com. Macon County Fairgrounds, Route 121 NW, Decatur.

Judy Garland Duets Jun 09, 2pm, Starring Laura Freeman and Rob Dorn. www. hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth Stareet, 217-523-2787.

Music in the Park Jun 09, 4-7pm, Brooke Thomas & Blue Suns and Kapital Sound. Free. Bring a chair or blanket. 544-1751. Comer Cox Park, Capitol Ave and Martin Luther King Jr Dr.

History Comes Alive Jun 10, 9am-4pm, Staff dressed in period costumes, presentation by Civil War soldier, Lincoln, General and Mrs. Grant and musical performances. Free. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 785-7960.

Illinois Fatherless Day 2013 Jun 10, 10am-4pm, speakers and informational seminar. Lincoln statue. Illinois State Capitol, Capitol and Second St, 899-4303.

Story Time at the Museum Jun 10, 10-10:30am, “Beautiful Butterfl ies.” Ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Free. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-5993.

Women’s Self-Defense Class RAD Jun 10, 6-9pm, Mon. and Wed. evenings June 10,12, 17 and 19 for 11-year-olds and up. $25 Register in person or 786- 2292. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 217-786-2200.

Midwest Charity Horse Show Jun 11-15, 11am and 6:30pm, One of the premier horse shows in the U.S. Free. Coliseum. 7930670. midwestcharity.com. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 217- 782-1698.

Paul Mickey Science Series Lecture Jun 12, 7-8:30pm, Dr. Stephen McBride, Director of Interpretation and Archaeology, Camp Nelson Civil War Heritage Park, Nicholasville, Ky. Free. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-7386.

All About Me Art Class Jun 13, 10am, Ages 2-5 and a grown-up for art, games and snacks. $40. Register online. Urban Sassafras, 200 Broadway, 670-2391.

Vicksburg Campaign Lecture Jun 13, 7pm, Dr. Mark DePue brings to life major Civil War battle. Free. Register presidentlincoln.illinois.gov. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St., 217-782-5764.

Super Science Mini Camps Jun 13-14, 8:30am-12pm, “Trilobites, Tully and More.” Explore fossils from animals who lived in Illinois’ ancient seas. For kids who completed 3rd-5th grade on Thurs. and 1st-2nd grade on Fri. $20-$30. Register by phone. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-0061.

Chatham American Legion Homecoming Jun 13-15, 5pm Thu-Fri, 1pm Sat, Old-fashioned street festival with food, entertainment, games and rides. Parade

Sat, 2 p.m. chathamlegion.com. Chatham town square, 101 W. Mulberry, Chatham, 483-4804.

Farmersville Irish Days Jun 13-15, Entertainment, games, rides and food each day. Bands each night. Farmersville, Farmersville.

Movies in the Park Jun 14, dusk, Free viewing of Hotel Transylvania. Bring a chair or blanket. 544-1751. Comer Cox Park, Capitol Ave and Martin Luther King Jr Dr.

Gallery Opening Exhibit and Talk Jun 14, 10am-7pm, Jun 16, 10am- 4pm, Art historian Dr. Wendell Mathews, M.Div., M.F.A., Ph.D., will present two gallery talks on art styles and art values. Reservations required, call 217-787- 6251. Mohn Custom Interiors, 2201 W. White Oaks Drive.

Sunset Boulevard the Musical Jun 14, The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence, 1-800-838-3006.

Les Miserables Jun 14-16, 19-23, 27-29, 8:30pm, 19th century French story with beautiful music. $8-$14. The Muni, 815 East Lake Dr, 793-MUNI.

General Grierson Civil War Days Jun 14-16, Largest mounted Civil War reenactment in the Midwest. All events free. 217-243-4003. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.

Railsplitter Olympic Triathlon Jun 15, 7:30am, 9/10-mile lake swim, 24.8-mile rolling rural bike, 6.2-mile run through historic 1800s pioneer village. abestriseries.com. Lake Petersburg Peach Street Boat Ramp, Petersburg, 217-341-1309.

Stovepipe Sprint Triathlon Jun 15, 8am, 500-yard lake swim, 13- mile rolling rural roads bike, 3.1-mile run through 1800s pioneer village. abestriseries.com. Lake Petersburg Peach Street Boat Ramp, Petersburg, 217-341-1309. Bleacher Bums

The Horse Show Jun 15, 10am-10pm, Free music fest with Timbre, The Transatlantic, With You In Mind and more. Food for purchase, playground, meet horses. Refuge Ranch, 3845 Delay Road, Pawnee, 217-498-7679.

Poets in the Parlor Jun 15, 2pm, Springfi eld Poets and Writers are featured along with Navigating the Maze, teen poetry book, contributors. Free. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St., 217- 524-0901.

Roasted: Hot Pots and Pork Jun 15, 4-8pm, Delicious pig roast dinner while you participate in a rare Raku opportunity. $20 includes pot, food and entertainment. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth Street. 523-2631. Juneteenth Celebration Jun 15-16, 8am-8pm, Vendors, music, basketball tourney and more. Kicks off with parade Saturday at 10 a.m. Stage opens at noon. R&B, rap, dancers on Sat. Gospel, jazz, R&B on Sun. Comer Cox Park, Capitol Ave. and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.

Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament Jun 15-16, 8:30am, Watch your favorite team advance to a trophy. Register by May 24. macker.com. 544-2297. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. and Adams.

Adult Open Tennis Tournament Jun 15-16, Outdoor sanctioned tournament by Springfi eld Tennis Ass. Washington Park, South Grand and MacArthur, 217-753-6225.

Decatur Concerts in the Park Jun 15, 18, 25-26, 6:30pm, Milliken Homestead (6/15); Monroe Park (6/18); Hess Park (6/25); Kiwanis Park (6/26), Decatur.

Father’s Day at the Zoo Jun 16, 10am-6pm, Dads get in free with paid child. Kids can make something for Dad. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Drive, 217-585-1821.

Sangamon County Fair Jun 19-23, Carnival, contests, entertainment, exhibits and more. $5-$20. 488-2685. sangcofair.com. Sangamon County Fairgrounds, northwest edge of town, New Berlin.

Montgomery County Fair Jun 19-23, Queen pageant, lawn mower, truck and tractor pulls, ATV races, MMA Fight Night, cardemolition derby, horse show.

$3 includes free carnival rides. 217-272-4489. Montgomery County Fairgrounds, 300 Water Street, Bulter.

Olde English Faire Jun 21, 10am, Cheer on sword fi ghters, jousters and archers as they compete in mock battles. Acrobats, musical acts and comedians. Roving storytellers, magicians and musicians. $10- $6. 309-676-0998. Wildlife Prairie State Park, 3826 N. Taylor Rd, Hanna City.

Henson Robinson Zoo Day Jun 21, 10am-5pm, Celebrate City of Springfi eld proclamation of June 21 as Henson Robinson Zoo Day with free admission. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Drive, 217-585- 1821.

IMHOA Show Jun 21-23, 8am-11pm, See some beautiful miniature horses. Coliseum. Free. 815-644-6830. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 217-782-1698.

Midsummer Arts Faire Jun 21-23, 5-9pm Fri, 10am- 9pm Sat, 11-4pm , Juried fi ne art exhibit and sale, children’s pavilion, entertainment, food vendors. 217-779-2285. Washington Park, 1310 Washington, Quincy.

Run for Kids Sake Jun 22, 7am, 8:20am and 8:30 am, 100-yard race for kids ages 5-12 sponsored by Springfi eld Chapter of FBI Citizens’ Academy Alumni Association. StokesTiming. com. RunForKidsSake5K@yahoo.com, Washington Park, South Grand and MacArthur, 217-753-6225.

GenHkids Get Fit on Route 66 Walk, Run, Roll Jun 22, 9am-12pm, Every child registered gets a medal and a t-shirt. Free. genhkids.org. Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St, 414-7052.

Marbold Farmstead Antique Show Jun 22, 9am-4pm, Rain or Shine. Also, primitive furniture, pottery, textiles and Americana. $5. Free parking. Marbold Farmstead, Rte. 29, south of town. 968- 5808. Greenview.

Woodson June Jamboree Jun 22, 10am, Children’s parade, food, crafts, bands, games and fi reworks at 9 p.m. Woodson.

Light Dessert Tea Jun 22, 2pm, Presentation by Sharon Miner as Kate Frazee Lindsay. Reservations required by phone. $7. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth Street, 217-524-0901.

Chicken Wing Cook-off Jun 23, 12-5pm, Wildly popular, great food and the sounds of Dueling Pianos. Hill Prairie Winery, 23753 Lounsberry Road, Oakford, 217-635-9900.

Macoupin County Fair Jun 24-27, 29, Gracia Harrison from “The Voice,” tractor pulls, demolition derby, mud drags and more. Macoupin County Fairgrounds, 21368 Rte. 4, Carlinville, 217-854-9422.

19th Annual Golf Classic Jun 25, 10:30am, Piper Glen Golf Club, 7112 Piper Glen Drive, 528-3314.

Molly Hatchet Live Jun 27, Quaker Steak & Lube, 1121 West Lincolnshire Blvd., 217-787- 5823.

Raymond 4th of July Homecoming Jun 27-29, Celebrate the 4 th of July at this small town homecoming. Downtown Raymond.

Rock the Dock Jun 28, 6pm-12am, Large fi reworks display launched from barges over Lake Springfi eld. Music, food, refreshments. $10. Lake Springfi eld Marina, 17 Waters Edge Blvd., 217- 483-3625.

Kids’ Night Out Jun 28, 6:30-9:30pm, “Kids Unplugged: 1800s Fun and Games.” Ages 6-10. $20-$35. Registration required. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-5993.

The Crucible Jun 28-30, Jul 04-06, 8pm, 1952 play by American playwright Arthur Miller. $13-$8. 632-5440. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.

LLCC MotorSports Show Jun 28-29, 5-10pm Fri, 8am-3:30pm Sat, Friday cruise-in. Saturday judged show. No admission. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2417.

Sparks in the Park Jun 28-30, 6pm Fri, 7am-10pm Sat, 5-9:30pm, Sun, Carnival and music each day. Parade on Jun. 29, 5:30 p.m. Community talent show contest, fi reworks Jun. 30. Rochester Community Park.

Fly-In for Autism Charity Event Jun 29, 9am-4pm, R/C airplane and helicopter fl ying and demos. Hands-on fl ight of R/C airplane with instructor. SVRCFlyers.com. Holmes Airstrip, 8113 N. Pawnee Rd, Pawnee, 438-9858.

Road to Recovery 3K/5K Walk-Run Jun 29, 10am-12pm, Raising mental health awareness. Face painting, clown, balloon twister and live music. MHCCI.org. Washington Park, South Grand and MacArthur, 525-1064.

Earth Beneath Us: Local Geology Study Jun 29, 10-11:30am, Call to register. Input and fi eld trip around the farm. $5, $3. Jubilee Farm, 6760 Old Jacksonville Road, 217-787-6927.

Civil War Medical Aid Jun 29, 1-3:30pm, Assist members of Ladies’ Soldiers’ Aid Society preparing medical boxes to be shipped down river. Senate Chamber. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-785-9363.

Charlie Houska Jun 29, 5:30-7:30pm, Opening reception. On display June 28- July 24, 10am-5pm Monday- Friday, 10am-3pm Saturdays. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth Street.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream Jun 29, 7-9pm, Cocktail buffet and silent auction benefi ting Parent Help Line at St. John’s Children’s Hospital. $50. Christ the King Parish Center, 1930 Barberry, 757-6555.

JULY

Gettysburg Lecture Jul 02, 7pm, Dr. Mark DePue explains battle that was turning point in the war. Free. Register presidentlincoln.illinois.gov. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St., 217- 782-5764.

Capital City Celebration Jul 03-04, 3pm, Bands, free kids infl atables and activities. Fireworks on the 4th. Second and Capitol. 553- 2082. springfi eldjaycees.org. Downtown Springfi eld.

July 4th Celebration Jul 04, 8am-2pm, Townwide sales, dinner, fi reworks at dusk. Mt. Pulaski, 217-792-5217.

Quilting in Red, White and Blue Jul 04, 06, 9am-5pm, Quilts interpreting the Civil War history of Illinois will be on display. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-785-9363.

Clara Irwin’s Strawberry Party Jul 04, 5-8pm, Enjoy period activities and entertainment. Food and drinks at nominal charge.

Free. Elijah Iles House, 628 S. Seventh Street, 217-492-5929.

4th of July Jul 04, 7pm, Decatur Park Singers and Young Park Singers. Spectacular fi reworks. (Car show 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.), Nelson Park, Decatur.

Fireworks Extravaganza Jul 04, 9:30pm, One of the area’s most popular fi reworks displays. Free. Knight’s Action Park and Caribbean Water Adventure, 1700 Knights Recreation Drive, 217-546-8881.

Sing-a-long-a Grease Jul 05-06, 7pm, www.hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth Street, 217-523-2787.

Scheels 5K/Kiddie Run Jul 06, 7am, 8am Kiddie Run, Benefi ts Children’s Miracle Network and Midtown Rotary Club of Springfi eld. scheels.com/ events. Scheels, 3801 South MacArthur, 217-726-6330 .

Zoofari Jul 06, 10am-6pm, Free admission with activities throughout the day. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., 217-585-1821.

Earth Beneath Us: Local Geology Study Jul 06, 10-11:30am, Call to register. Input and fi eld trip around the farm. $5, $3. Jubilee Farm, 6760 Old Jacksonville Road, 217-787-6927.

Literary Clubs of Early Springfield Jul 06, 2-4pm, Learn about these interesting organizations. Free. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth Street, 217-524-0901.

Jazz in Bloom Jul 06, 6-9pm, Cocktail Party. Admission and reservations required. Dana-Thomas House, 301 East Lawrence. 217-788- 9452.

Story Time at the Museum Jul 08, 10am, Stories read by guests. For ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring Street, 782-5993.

Christian County Fair Jul 9-14, Gate admission is free. Grandstand prices $8-$15. Christian County Fairgrounds, 700 W. Spresser Street, Taylorville.

Morgan County Fair Jul 09-15, Livestock shows, 4-H exhibits and grandstand entertainment. 245-6800. Morgan County Fairgrounds, 110 N. Westgate, Jacksonville.

Paul Mickey Science Series Lecture Jul 10, 7-8:30pm, Claire Fuller Martin, ISM Research Associate, “New Philadelphia (Pike County, Ill.) and the Civil War.” Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring Street, 782-7386.

Divernon Homecoming Jul 11-13, 6pm Thu and Fri, 8am Sat, Carnival, food, bands, craft vendors, tournament games and more. Divernon square, Divernon, 725-9566.

Sounds of Summer Concert Jul 12, 11:30am-1pm, Decatur Park Singers, Young Park Singers, B.O.S.S. preview of upcoming shows. Decatur Central Park, Decatur.

Taste of Downtown and American Music Show Jul 12-13, 6pm-12am Fri, 12pm-12am Sat, Downtown restaurants present ethnic, classic and eclectic cuisine; American Music Show. Between Fifth and Washington. $5. Downtown Springfi eld.

Dreamgirls Jul 12-14, 17-21, 8:30pm, Young Chicago trio rises to stardom. The Muni, 815 East Lake Drive, 793-MUNI.

Super Saturdays at the Museum Jul 13, 11am-3pm, “At Home in the 1860s.” Ongoing activities for ages 4-8. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring Street, 782-6044.

Corndog Kickoff Jul 13, 5:30pm, Fair food and entertainment hosted by Illinois State Fair Museum Foundation. Orr Building. $40-$50. 415- 4408. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 217-415- 4408.

Sound Celebration and LLCC Chorus Jul 13, 7pm, Free concert. Ice cream social at 6:30 p.m. Douglas Park, 400 N. Macarthur Blvd.

Anticipation with Danny Funderburk Jul 14, 7pm, www.hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.

Mary Lincoln Coterie Death Day Ceremony Jul 16, 10am, Free. Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site, 1500 Monument Ave., 782-2717.

50 Shades of History Jul 16, 12pm, Free bi-monthly lunchtime book discussions. Also, Nov. 19. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 North Sixth Street, 217-558-8844.

Menard County Fair Jul 16-21, menardcountyfair. com. Menard County Fairgrounds, 18450 Fairgrounds, Petersburg.

Chatham Sweet Corn Festival Jul 18-20, 4:30pm-12am Fri, 10am-12am Sat, Features world famous sweet corn and cow chip throw, plus entertainment and more. chathamjaycees.net. Chatham Community Park, S. Main St., Chatham.

Movie in the Park Jul 19, dusk, Free big screen fi lm, The Hobbit. Bring lawn chair or blanket. 544-1751. Lincoln Park, 1601 N. Fifth Street.

Leaving Iowa Jul 19-21, 25-27, 8pm, Comedy about family and family vacations. $13-$8. 632-5440. Theatre in the Park. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.

Crazy Horse Bluegrass Festival Jul 19-21, 7pm Fri, 1pm and 7pm Sat, 10am Sun, Sunday is Gospel show/service. Admission. Camping available. 886-2089. Crazy Horse Campground, 2113 Crazy Horse Road, Ashland.

Discover Nature in Illinois Jul 20, 9am-4pm, Dragonfl y Field Trip. Altamont Nature Center/ Day Sanctuary with Richard Day. $45 includes all meals and materials. Register online www. illinoisaudubon.org.

Kids ’N Control Triathlons Jul 20, Ages 5-13 swim, bike and run. 535-3875. springfi eldtriclub. com. Lincoln Park, Fifth Street and Sangamon Ave., 217-544- 1751.

Morgan Horse Show Jul 20, 10am-4pm, Morgan Horse demonstrations in village throughout the day. Free. New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 632- 4000.

Springfield Gospelfest/ Back to School Bash Jul 20, 11am-7pm, Groups from Chicago, St. Louis and throughout central Illinois performing. 638-1906. Comer Cox Park, Capitol Ave and Martin Luther King Jr Drive, 217-638- 1906.

Tin Man Regatta Jul 20, 1pm, 10am youth series, Register to set sail or be a virtual skipper. $75. Awards ceremony at 6 p.m. $25. cmnspringfi eld. org. Island Bay Yacht Club, 76 Yacht Club Road, 217-544-6464 ext. 45160.

Paint the Street Fest Jul 20, 2-10pm, Artists, businesses, families paint 6 ft. x 6 ft. squares of Washington Street. Music and food. Benefi ts Springfi eld Art Association, 523- 2631. Downtown on Washington.

Harbor Lights - Doo Wop Group Jul 20-21, 8pm Sat, 2pm Sun, Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth Street, 217-523-2787.

Springfield Cares Soldier Mailing Fundraiser Jul 21, 2-6pm, Music, food, silent auction, 50/50 and much more. Crows Mill Pub, 1220 Toronto Road, 217-529-2769.

Macoupin County Fair Jul 24-29, Tractor pull, demolition derby, livestock competition, food and carnival. Free, $5 parking per car. 854-9422. Macoupin County Fairgrounds, 21368 Rte. 4, Carlinville.

Godspell Jul 25-28, Aug 01-04, 7:30 Thu- Sat, 2pm Sun, Parables based on Gospel of Matthew interspersed with contemporary musical score. Jacksonville Theatre Guild, 210 W. College Ave., Jacksonville, 245-1402.

Bleacher Bums Jul 26-28, Aug 02-04, 8pm Fri- Sat, 2pm Sun, www.hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.

Iron Abe Olympic Triathlon Jul 27, 7:30am, 9/10-mile lake swim, 24.8-mile bike from lake to lake and 6.2-mile run on lake roads. Lake Springfi eld Beach House, 100 Long Bay Drive, 217- 341-1309.

Stoneman Sprint Triathlon Jul 27, 7:30am and 8am, For more info springfi eldtrifest.com. Lake Springfi eld Beach House, 100 Long Bay Drive, 757-8660.

Route 66 Half Iron Distance Triathlon Jul 27, 1.2-mile lake swim, 56- mile bike on fast course along historic Route 66 and 13.1-mile run on lake roads and across UIS campus. triharderpromotions.com.

Lake Springfield Beach House, 100 Long Bay Drive, 757-8660.

Junior Open Tennis Tournament Jul 27-28, Two-day singles and doubles contest for 18 to 12 year olds. springfi eldtennis.org. Washington Park, South Grand and MacArthur, 217-753-6225.

CINA Summer Coin Show Jul 28, 9am-4pm, 70 dealer tables, buying and selling old coins, paper money, bullion. Numismatic exhibits. $1. Northfi eld Inn Suites & Conference Center, 3280 Northfi eld Drive, 217-899-9996.

The Boat Drunks Jul 28, 2-6pm, Jimmy Buffet tradition with the music of Jimmy Buffett cover band, cheeseburgers and margaritas. Hill Prairie Winery, 23753 Lounsberry Road, Oakford, 217- 635-9900.

Music in the Park Jul 28, 4-7pm, Blues and bluegrass with The Blue G’s and The Debbie Ross Band. Bring a chair or blanket. Free. Iles Park, Sixth and Ash streets.

LLCC Chorus Jul 28, 6pm, Free concert for Pilot Club’s program. 217-245- 5977. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.

Prairie Voices Concert Jul 31, Aug 01-02, 07-09, 5pm, Aasne Daniels, Kevin Purcell and Deb Watts present poetry and music of Illinois prairie poets. 785-9363. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.

Logan County Fair Jul 31, Aug 01-05, 8am-12am, Carnival and concerts daily. 732-3311. Logan County Fairgrounds, 1408 Short 11th Street, Lincoln.

AUGUST

Logan County Fair Aug 01-05, 8am-12am, Carnival and concerts daily. 732-3311. Logan County Fairgrounds, 1408 Short 11th Street, Lincoln.

Prairie Voices Concert Aug 01-02, 07-09, 5pm, Aasne Daniels, Kevin Purcell and Deb Watts present poetry and music of Illinois prairie poets. 785-9363. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.

Decatur Celebration Aug 02-04, 5-11pm Fri, 10am-11pm Sat, 11am- 9:30pm Sun, Show stages, food, arts and crafts, music, fi lm festival, (parade Sat. 10 a.m.) and more. decaturcelebration.com. Downtown Decatur.

Peter Pan Aug 02-04, 07-11, 8:30pm, Classic tale on outdoor stage. The Muni, 815 East Lake Dr., 793-MUNI.

Lincoln, Colored Warriors and the Spirit of Freedom Aug 03, 9am-5pm, Civil War reenactors, Hari Jones, African American Civil War Memorial, Washington, D.C. and more. Free. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-414-5016.

PrayseFest Aug 03, Free nondenominational contemporary Christian music for local charity. Bring chairs. 217-473-9422. Jacksonville.

Theater in the Park Concert – Ken Bradbury’s Hootenanny Aug 3, 8pm, Ken Bradbury, musician, composer and playwright, with Barry Cloyd on stage with entertaining musical songs and personalities. $13- $8. 632-5440. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.

Break Every Chain Tour Aug 04, 7:30pm, Featuring Kristine DiMarco from Jesus Culture Music. $12. Calvary Temple, 1730 W. Jefferson Street, 546-9700.

Prairie Voices Aug 07-09, 5pm, Aasne Daniels, Kevin Purcell and Deb Watts present poetry and music of Illinois’ Prairie Poets. Free. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-785-7960.

Illinois State Fair Aug 08-18, So much to do we can’t list everything. Food, entertainment, exhibits and more. 782-6661. agr.state. il.us/isf, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 217-782-1698.

Little Women, The Musical Aug 9-11, 15-17, 8pm, Musical based on Louisa May Alcott’s classic 1869 semi-autobiographical novel. $13-$8. 632-5440. Theatre in the Park. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.

Illinois Audubon Hummingbird Festival Aug 10, 9am-12pm, See these unique birds up close during capture and banding. Free family event, stay as long as you wish. $5 to adopt bird. 544-2473. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 217-632-4000.

Market Day Aug 10, 10am-5pm, Carnival games, pony rides ($.50), horse-drawn carriage rides ($1), face painting, food, dog show. Freedom in Holiness Mission vacant lot, 1630 E. Brown St. 217-522-2527.

Super Saturdays at the Museum Aug 10, 11am-3pm, “Marching Melodies: Songs of the Civil War.” Recommended for ages 4-8. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring Street, 782-6044.

Story Time at the Museum Aug 12, 10am, 30-40 minute story read by special guest. For ages 3-5. 217- 782-5993. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring Street, 782-5993.

Paul Mickey Science Series Lecture Aug 14, 7-8:30pm, “An Archaeological Perspective on Civil War-related Sites in Southern Illinois.” Free. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-7386. Once Upon a Prairie Storytelling Festival Aug 17, 6-8pm, Free. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 785-7960. Old Settlers Celebration Aug 21-22, Thursday morning kiddie parade, Thursday evening big parade, entertainment. 217-532-3118. Downtown Hillsboro, Hillsboro. Movies in the Park Aug 23, dusk, Free viewing of Madagascar. Bring a chair or blanket. 544-1751. Rotary Park, Iles Ave. and Archer Elevator Road.

Old Capitol Blues & BBQs Aug 23-24, 6pm-12am Fri, 12pm-12am Sat, BBQ competitors and vendors, local and national blues talent and children’s activities. $5, under 12 free. Fifth and Washington. 544-1723. Downtown.

Lincoln Art and Balloon Festival Aug 23-25, Hot air balloon launch and glow, tethered balloon rides, music, food, carnival games, fi ne art fair, art of wine, children’s art activities, fl ea market, craft fair, car show and more. $5 and free. 735-2385. Logan County Airport and Downtown Lincoln.

Our Town Aug 23-25, 29-31, 8pm, Character story about an average town’s citizens in the early twentieth century. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.

Jacksonville Main Streets Art Fair Aug 24-25, 9am-5pm Sat, 10am- 4pm Sun, Regional art fair with kids art tent. 217-883-3511. Jacksonville square, 200 E. State, Jacksonville.

Jubilee Regional Championship Morgan Horse Show Aug 28-31, 8am-12am, Free four-day horse show at the Coliseum. 781-760- 1270. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 217-782-1698.

Poets, Painters and Performers Aug 28, 6-9pm, Poetry readings, solo musical performances and artist talks during night of creative inspiration between Springfi eld Poets and Writers, Prairie Art Alliance and individual local musicians. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery II, 2 S. Old State Capitol Plaza, 217- 544-2727.

Ethnic Festival Aug 30-31, Sep 01, 5-11pm Fri, 12- 11pm Sat-Sun, Local ethnic groups with ethnic foods, music and cultural activities. Free admission. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 217-782-1698.

Nauvoo Grape Festival Aug 30-31, Sep 01, Parades, carnival, mud volleyball, 5K grape stomp, tractor pulls and more! Free admission. Nauvoo State Park, Route 96, Nauvoo, 217-453-2512 .

Prairieland Chautauqua Aug 30-31, Sep 01, 4-8pm, Presentations by re-enactors, musical entertainment and nightly communal suppers. 243-5678. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.

IMDA Amateur and All Star Motorcycle Races Aug 30-31, 2:30-10:30pm, Two popular races in the multi-purpose arena. $10. 753-8866. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 217-782-1698. illinoismda.com.

Poets in the Parlor Aug 31, 2pm, Poet Anita Stienstra reads original work including poems about the Lindsays. Free. Limited seating. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth Street, 217- 524-0901.

Edward’s Place Archaeology Show Aug 31, 5:30-7:30pm, Opening reception. Exhibition runs from Aug. 31-Oct. 5, 10am-5pm Monday-Friday, 10am-3pm Saturdays. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth Street.

Symphony on the Square Aug 31, 6-8pm, Free concert on the ground of the site. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 785-7960.

Sangamon Valley Woodcarvers Show Aug 31, Sep 01, 10am-5pm Sat, 10am-4pm Sun, Carvers from across the country exhibit. $3, 12 and under free. Illinois Building. 546-8792. svwoodcarvers.org. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 217- 782-1698.

Amish Country Cheese Festival Aug 31, Sep 01-02, Free cheese giveaways, entertainment, National Cheese Eating Championships, National Cheese Curling Championships, food, booths, rides and more. 543-2242 or arthurcheesefestival.com. Downtown Arthur.