Fairs & Festivals Taste of the Prairie Aug 24, 7am-3pm, Artisans, artists, crafts, collectibles, farmers market, food and more. Green Mill Village, 917 Green Mill, Arcola, 217-254-4012. Art of Wine and Brew Aug 23, Art of Wine & Brew, Wine and micro-brew tasting, music, food, in conjunction with Lincoln Art and Balloon Festival. $10. Downtown Lincoln, Lincoln, 217-732-2929.

Edinburg Labor Day Picnic Aug 30-31, Sep 01-02, Carnival rides, games, demolition derby, bands and more. Parade at 10 a.m. on Labor Day. facebook.com/edinburg.labordaypicnic. Edinburg High School, 100 Martin St. Edinburg.

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

Greenview Labor Day Celebration Sep 02, 8am, Flea market, craft sale, parade at 10 a.m. car show, contests, food, hypnotist, Leaving Ashland. Free admission. 217-968-7043. Greenview.

Kincaid Labor Day Picnic Aug 29-31, Sep 01-02, Five days of contests, music and much more. Kincaid.

Labor Day Parade Sep 02, 10am, Celebrate with Springfield and Central Illinois Trades and Labor Council. Downtown Springfield.

Lincoln Art and Balloon Festival Aug 23-25, Hot air balloon launch and glow, tethered balloon rides, music, food, carnival games, fine art fair, the art of wine, children’s art activities, flea market, craft fair, car show and more. $5 and free. Logan County Airport, Lincoln, 217-735-2385.

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 Springfield.

Old Settlers Celebration Aug 22, Thursday morning kiddie parade, Thursday evening big parade, entertainment. 217-532-3118. Downtown Hillsboro. Prairieland Chautauqua

Aug 30-31, Sep 01-02, 4-8pm, ‘E Pluribus unum.’ Presentations, music and supper. Phone meal orders at least one day early, 675-2720. Info, 243-5678. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.

Books & Authors Book Signing and Talk Aug 22, 6pm, John Stauffer, co-author of ‘Battle Hymn of the Republic: A Biography of the Song That Marches On.’ Reservations at presidentlincoln. illinois.gov. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St, 217-782-5764.

Poets In the Parlor Aug 31, 2pm, Local poet and editor Anita Stienstra reads original work, some about Vachel and his home. Free. Light refreshments. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. 5th St, 217-524- 0901. Spoken Word Pharmacy Open Aug 22, 7:30pm, Fourth Thursday of month, poetry, prose, song, stand-up and more. 7 p.m. sign-up. The Pharmacy, 401 South Grand Avenue West, 217-652- 3273.

Theater & Comedy

Gypsy Aug 23-25, 30-31, Sep 01, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun, Gala musical. $10. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St. 217- 523-2787.

Our Town Aug 23-25, 29-31, 8-10:30pm, Character story about average town’s citizens in early 12th century. Free pre-show at 7 p.m. $13-$8. Theatre in the Park, Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 217-632-5440. Music: General Events An Enchanted Evening: 4 Young Classical Musicians featuring the Four Sopranoes Aug 25, 4pm, Fresh Visions Community Church, 2400 North Grand Ave E, 217-726-5988.

Artist on the Plaza Aug 22, 27, 29, 12-1pm, Through Aug. 29, Tuesday and Thursday free outdoor performances. 753-3519. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-785- 9363. Carillon Concerts Aug 22, 27-29, 7pm Tue-Thu, Sun and 3pm 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.

Classical Guitar Series Aug 26, 7pm, Classical guitarist Kyle Pieczynki followed by Springfield-area guitarists. Free. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St, 217-753-4900.

Clayville Folk Music Festival Aug 24, 2-10pm, Acoustic folk and bluegrass performances. Bring your chair, food and drinks though some seating and concessions available. $5, $20 family. clayville.org. Clayville, Route 125, Pleasant Plains, 626- 1024.

Concerts in the Park Aug 25, 6-7pm, Jacksonville Pilot Club sponsors free music at bandstand Sundays, June-Aug. Bring a lawn chair. 478-2015. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville. Eddy Flute Choir Aug 25, 1pm, Classical, folk and sacred selections. 726-6667. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence, 217-782-6776. Eddy Flute Choir Aug 26, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm, Free Monday concerts throughout summer of classical, folk and sacred selections. 726-6667. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-785-9363.

G’mas Memories Festival Aug 24, 12pm-12am, Alzheimers fundraiser with music, spinning, magic, face painting, vendors and more. $5. Capital City Bar & Grill, 3149 S. Dirksen Pkwy, 529-8580.

Lucas Collins, Albert Wildeman Duo w/ End Times Trio Aug 29, 7pm, Avant-garde jazz with NYC percussion master Lucas Collins and Chicago acoustic bassist Albert Wildeman. Donations to artists’ touring expenses accepted. The Pharmacy, 401 South Grand Avenue West, 217-652-3273. Sangamon Brass Summer Series Aug 28, 7pm, Classical and contemporary baroque music by five-piece band. Free. Bring lawn chair. 971-9067. Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St, 217-753- 0702.

Seeking Musicians Aug 22, 29, 5:40-7:30pm, First day of rehearsals for UIS Chamber Ensemble open to students, faculty, alumni and community. Thursdays in VPA 33. University of Illinois Springfield, 206-7549.

Seeking Musicians for UIS Band Aug 26, Sep 02, 4-5:50pm, First week of Monday rehearsals. Open to students, faculty, alumni and community members. University of Illinois Springfield, 206-7549.

Seeking Musicians for UIS Chorus Aug 22, 27, 29, Sep 03, 7-9:15pm Tue, 3:30-5:30pm Thu, First week of rehearsals open to anyone in community. VPA 33. University of Illinois Springfield, 206-7549.

Sidewalk Prophets Concert Aug 25, 7pm, Outdoor concert sponsored by Seventh-Day Adventist Church. $10. Knight’s Action Park and Caribbean Water Adventure, 1700 Knights Recreation Dr, 836-0524.

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. Dance A Country Dance Aug 28, 7-10pm, Opening dancing. $5. Prairie Land Dance Club, 650 Matilda St, Illiopolis, 428-1560. A Country Dance Aug 23, 7-11pm, $5. Prairie Land Dance Club, 650 Matilda St, Illiopolis, 428-1560.

Lonny Lynn Orchestra Aug 24, 7-10pm, Doors open at 6 p.m. $12. Riverton Knights of Columbus, 335 S. Fourth St. Riverton, 217-629-7202 or 217- 836-6945.

Salsa Nights

Aug 31, 9pm-12:45am, Last Sat. of each month. $3. Abe’s Southside Cafe & Pub, 3751 S. Sixth St. 217-529-1862.

Art & Architecture Edward’s Place Archaeology Show Aug 31, 5:30-7:30pm, Opening reception. Exhibit runs from Aug. 31-Oct. 5. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St, 217-523-2631.

Hidden in Plain Sight: Material Life of Early Springfield Aug 31, Sep 02-04, 10am- 5pm Mon-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat, Aug. 31-Oct. 5, architecture, archaeology, fine and decorative arts of Springfield from 1820s-50s. Opening Aug. 31, 5:30 p.m. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St, 217-523-2631.

Historic Photography Display Aug 22-31, Sep 01, 12-4pm Mon-Fri, 12-5pm Sat-Sun, View photos of the park as far back as 1902. Washington Park Botanical Garden, 1740 W. Fayette Ave, 217-546-4116.

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. LPNA Artisans Fair Aug 31, 9am-3pm, Showcasing local artisans and artists. Food vendors, bake sale. Rain or shine. Lincoln Park, Fifth St and Sangamon Ave, 217-899-6165.

Pied Piper Architectural Tour Sep 04, 5:30pm, Free professionally-guided architectural tour. Meets outside. Post-tour reception at Obed & Issacs. 544-1723. Lincoln- Herndon Law Office, 112 North Sixth St. Sacrosanct Exhibition Aug 22-24, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat, Amanda Greive and Thom Whalen’s reliquaries and double sided paintings exploring their commonalities. Springfield Art Association Gallery of Art, 700 N. Fourth St, 217-523- 2631.

Venezia: Photography by David Brodsky Aug 22-31, 7am-8pm, First Springfield showing. On display through Aug. 31. Cafe Andiamo, 204 S. Sixth St, 217-523-3262.

Film & Television Free Films at ZBistro Aug 22, 7pm, Route 66 Film Festival presents past festival films, including one with dog actors. Z Bistro, 220 S. Sixth St, 217-725-9058.

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 Rd.

Children’s Corner Fall Funshop Aug 26-31, Sep 01-04, Through Dec. morning and evening classes for kids 14 months-5 years. Field trips. $93. Register, 753-6234. Lincoln Park, Fifth St and Sangamon Ave, 217-544- 1751.

Sangamon Valley Youth Symphony Auditions Aug 27-29, 4-9pm, Students playing string, woodwind, brass or percussion instrument for placement in one of four ensembles. $5. Phone to register. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St. 217-753-8000. Zoo Life Family Campout Aug 30, 5:30pm, Overnight with dinner, breakfast and activities. Reservations required. $18, $12 child. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr, 217-585-1821.

Science

Tree Trunk Exhibit Aug 22-25, 8:30am-5pm Mon- Sat, 12-5pm Sun, Through Aug. 25, remnants of the devastating 1925 Tri-State tornado. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 217-782-7386.

Nature Bike and Hike Days Aug 25, Sep 01, 8am-5pm, Barricaded to promote biking, hiking, walking and running. Sundays through Sept. Washington Park, South Grand and MacArthur, 217-753-6225. Geocaching Aug 22-31, Through summer, search for 10 caches hidden by Springfield Park District at its parks. 753-0700. Washington Park, South Grand and MacArthur, 217-753-6225.

Wed. Morning Pickup Party Aug 28, Sep 04, 9-10am, Weather permitting, help pick up trash. Bags, long-handled trash grabbers, gloves available. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave, 217-544-2473.

Lectures & Meetings Citizens Club of Springfield Policy Breakfast Aug 23, 7:30am coffee, 8-9am program, Status of the 10th Street corridor rail project. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-785-9363.

Education for Life Workshop Aug 24, 10am-3pm, Speaker Wheeler Parker, first cousin of Emmett Till. $20 includes lunch. Project of Freedom in His Holiness Mission, 522-2527. Route 66 Hotel & Conference Center, 625 E. Saint Joseph St.

Heads Up Group Aug 27, 3-4:30pm, For those with a head injury. Springfield Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 217-523-2587 v/tty.

LGBTQ yOUTh Group Aug 23, 30, 6-10pm, Every Friday for LGBTQ youth and allies ages 13-17. Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence Ave, 217-528-5253.

McBrian Lincoln Toastmasters Aug 22, 29, 6pm, Weekly meeting dedicated to helping individuals improve leadership and communication skills. Our Savior’s Lutheran School, 2645 Old Jacksonville Rd, 416-5127. Personal Assistant Employers Group Aug 27, 3-4:30pm, For those with a disability that hire personal assistant to assist them in everyday life. Springfield Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 217-523-2587 v/tty.

Sex Addicts Anonymous Aug 22, 26, 29, Sep 02, 7:30pm Mon and 6:30pm Thu, For those seeking freedom from addictive sexual behavior. Meeting info, [email protected]. Confidentiality assured. Various locations.

Springfield Parental Alienation Advocacy Group Meeting Sep 02, 6-8pm, First Monday of month. Mezzanine level, conference room 3. Hilton Springfield, 700 E. Adams, 217- 793-3586.

The Rotary Club of Springfield Aug 26, 5:30-7pm, Prairie Capital Convention Center General Manager Brian Oaks. Guests welcome. Maldaner’s , 222 S. Sixth St, 793-1710.

Bulletin Board AAUW Annual Fall Coffee Aug 24, 9am-12pm, Current and prospective members will learn about upcoming events and special interest groups. UIS Public Affairs Center (PAC), One University Plaza, 217-529-2207.

Association of Information Technology Professionals Aug 24, 11:30am-4pm, Learn about AITP and network with technology professionals at annual summer celebration. $17.95. Knight’s Action Park and Caribbean Water Adventure, 1700 Knights Recreation Dr, 971-7005.

Backgammon Club Aug 28, Sep 04, 6pm, Every Wed. with Sangamon Valley Backgammon Association. 622- 9447. Capital Teletrack, 1766 Wabash Ave, 217-546-2111.

Bootlegging Pub Crawl Tour Aug 24, 8-10pm, $12, cash only. Reservations, 217-502-8687. Begins at Lincoln family statues, Sixth and Adams St. Downtown Springfield.

Carillon Tours Aug 24-25, 28, 31, 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.

Fallen Riders Memorial Ride

Aug 31, 11am-11pm, 12:30 Kickstands Up, 7-11 Utter Chaos and Sleepin Doggz. Food, drink and fun. Morgan County Fairgrounds, 110 N. Westgate, Jacksonville.

Jubilee Regional Championship Morgan Horse Show Aug 28-31, 8am-12am, Free fourday horse show at the Coliseum.

781-760-1270. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 217-782-1698. 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. Scandals Grand Opening Aug 31, 11am, Guest Bartenders City Clerk Cecilia K. Tumulty, Alderman Sam Cahnman, Todd Coonrod and others. Scandals, 1031 S. 11th St. 679-2622.

Volunteers Sought Aug 22, 6:30-7:30pm, Help struggling readers and spellers for nonprofit. Reservations, 217- 899-1492. Athens High School, 1 Warrior Way, Athens.

Food

Illinois Products Farmers Market Aug 22, 29, 4-7pm, Thursdays through Oct 19, local food, entertainment. Commodity Pavilion. 785-4873. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 217-782-1698.

Local Flavors Sep 03, Lunch, Farm-to-table series featuring fresh, seasonal, locally produced foods. Obed & Isaacs, 500 S. Sixth St, 217-528- 1563.

Old Capitol Farmers Market Aug 24, 28, 31, Sep 04, 8am- 12:30pm Wed and Sat, May 15- Oct 26. Cheese, produce, meats, art and more. Third Saturdays include entertainment, cooking demos and more. Adams between Fifth and Second. Downtown Springfield, Inc. 3 W. Old State Capitol Plaza, 544-1723.

Taylorville Farmers Market Aug 24, 9am-1pm, Saturdays through Oct. 27, Taylorville square, Taylorville.

History 114th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Flag Lowering Aug 27, 7pm, One lucky visitor in attendance will receive the flag. Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site, 1500 Monument Ave, 782-2717. Civil War Quilters: Loyal Hearts of Illinois Aug 22-31, Sep 01-04, 8:30am- 5pm Mon-Sat, 12-5pm Sun, Through Sept. 8, exhibit featuring quilts and objects by Illinois women. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 217-782-7386.

Fireside Chats Sep 04, 5pm and 7pm, Sept.

4, 11, 18 noted experts discuss aspects of American Indians through the time of the Civil War. Free, reservations required. Elijah Iles House, 628 S. Seventh St, 217-492-5929.

Home Tours Aug 25, 28, Sep 01, 04, 10am- 4pm Sat, 12-4 Wed, Tour Springfield’s oldest home. Artisans demos (Lincoln impersonator 1-3 p.m.) Saturdays through June. Elijah Iles House, 628 S. Seventh St, 217-492-5929.

Honoring the Armistice Speaker Series Aug 29, 2pm, Edmund Wehrle, PhD. Eastern Illinois University history professor, on diplomacy during war. Korean War National Museum Denis J. Healy Freedom Center, 9 South Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-523-7230.

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

Living the Wright Way Tour Aug 31, 10:15am-12:15pm, With trained interpreter Roberta Volkmann. (Also Sept. 14 and 28.) $20. Phone to register. Dana- Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence, 217-782-6776. Auditions Open Auditions Sep 03-04, 6pm crew, 7-10pm actors, For UIS Theatre’s Claybourne Park on Nov. 8-10 and 14-16. uis.edu/theatre. UIS Studio Theatre, One University Plaza, 217-206-6160.

Willy Wonka Audition Aug 24, 1-3pm, Open audition for ages 7 on up. info@ blackburnsummerrep.org. Bothwell Auditorium, Blackburn College, 700 College Ave, Carlinville. Health 2013 Rally to Improve Birth Sep 02, 10am-12pm, Free viewing of “Freedom for Birth” and support, promote evidencebased care in childbirth. Shelter.

Washington Park, 1310 Washington, Quincy, 217-223- 7703.

DBSA Central Illinois Aug 27, Sep 03, 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.

Fitness for You Aug 22, 29, 12:30-1:30pm, Various exercises and fitness routines for cancer patients. Register by phone. Free on Thursdays. Simmons Cancer Institute, 315 W. Carpenter, 217- 545-0798.

Free Testings Aug 22-23, 26-30, Sep 02-04, 12-3pm Mon-Fri, Free HIV, hepatitis C, gonorrhea and chlamydia testing. Weekdays or by appointment. Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence Ave, 217-528- 5253.

GROW in Illinois Mental Health Aug 22, 29, 6:30pm, 12-step support program for emotional, mental health issues, coping or addictions. Thursdays. 816-1083. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 South Grand Ave W.

OCD Self-Help Group Aug 26, 6:30-8pm, Last Monday of month in library. 217-522- 8446. SIU School of Medicine, 801 N. Rutledge, 545-2155. Faith & Philosophy Clothing for the Soul Devine: Attire and Spirituality Aug 25, 10:30am, Rev. Martin Woulfe offers insights into clothing conventions and how it influences our notions of spirituality. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road, 585-9550.

God Belongs In My City Aug 24, 10am-2pm, Prayer walk to state capitol to help unite people of Springfield, regardless of religious affiliation. Comer Cox Park, Capitol Ave and Martin Luther King Jr Dr. Interfaith Prayer Vigil Aug 26, 6:30pm, standing in solidarity for compassionate

immigration reform. Sacred Heart Convent Aquinas Center, 1237 W. Monroe. Sports & Fitness Critical Mass Bicycle Ride Aug 30, 5:45-7pm, Casual paced, safe bicycle ride around downtown Springfield. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 638-9523.

IMDA Amateur and All Star Motorcycle Races Aug 30-31, 2:30-10:30pm, Two popular races in the multipurpose arena. $10. 753-8866.

Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 217-782-1698.

Springfield Foxes Aug 24, 7pm, Springfield Foxes (adult football) take on Indiana Mustangs. $6-$4. Sacred Heart- Griffin High School, 1601 W. Washington, 217-553-0901.

Ultimate Pickup Game Aug 22, 25, 29, Sep 01, 1:30pm Sun, 5pm Thu, Bring both white and dark shirt for making teams. Grant Middle School, 1800 W. Monroe St, 217-408-0091.

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