HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

Be Yourself Harvest Party Oct 31, 6pm. Preteens, teens, come dressed up or makeup, hair dye, accessories on site, bonfi re, hot dogs. $6. The Farm, 21648 Old Farm Ave, Petersburg, 217-632-2888.

Boo Crew Haunted House Oct 25-26, 6:30-10:30pm, Serious about scary. $10 Boo Crew Haunted House, 6500 Jett Road, Rochester, 217- 502-9177.

Craft/Vendor Fair Oct 26, 9am. Bake sale and kids games. 217-438-6820. Trinity Lutheran Church, 220 S. Second St, 217-522- 8151.

Extreme Haunted Hayrides Oct 25, Through Oct 26. 7pm. Fri. and Sat. nights, travel along river, through woods, pulled by 1968 hearse. Weather permitting. Bonfi re, concessions, DJ. $8. 522-7702 Riverside Park, 4105 Sand Hill Rd. Halloween at the Farmers Market Oct 26, 8am-12:30pm Kids

and dog costume contest and activities. Adams between Fifth and Second. Downtown Springfi eld, Inc., 3 W. Old State Capitol Plaza, 544-1723.

Haunted Nights of Civil War History Oct 25, 7pm. and Oct. 26, 6:30-9pm. Lighthearted, family-friendly historical haunted house with Victorian funeral, visit to Civil War dentist, singing severed heads and ghostly dance. $5-3. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St, 217-523-2631.

Old Barn Bash Oct 26, 10am-10pm.

Music, entertainment, food. $5. Portion of proceeds support Sangamon-Menard 4-H Bomke’s Patch, 605 Country Lake Road, 217- 626-1806.

Auburn Haunted Theater Oct 25-26, 7-11pm. Not suggested for age 9 and under. $8. Haunted R Theater, 110 S. Fifth St., Auburn, 899-9978.

Auburn Haunted House Oct 25-26, 7pm Fri, 6pm Sat. Concessions,

campfi re and contests. $10. (Extreme event Nov. 1-2. $20.) 553-1848. Auburn Masonic Lodge, 217 N. Fifth St, Auburn, AuburnCryptKeeper@gmail. com. Chatham Jaycees Haunted Hayride Oct 26, 4pm. With frights and food. $3-$2. Costume contest. Chatham Community Park, S. Main St, Chatham. Clayville Haunted House Oct 25-26, 7-10pm. Kids hours Saturdays 5-6:30 p.m. 217-572-4984. Clayville, Route 125, Pleasant Plains, 626-1024.

Jacksonville Main Street Pumpkin Fest Oct 26, 10am-6pm. Pumpkin decorating, pet and kid costume contests, trick or treating and more. 245- 6884. Jacksonville square, 200 E. State, Jacksonville.

Owaneco Scare Oct 25, 26, 6:30-11pm. $8. 217-825-5383. Owaneco Gym, Church Street, Owaneco, hauntowaneco@ yahoo.com.

Terror on the Square

Oct 25-27, 31, 7-11pm. Mystifying illusions and ghostly holograms in 1930s funeral home. $9. West side of square. Petersburg Square, N. Seventh St. at W. Douglas Ave., Petersburg.

Trick-or-Treat Street Oct 27, 3-5pm. Safe free trick-or-treating around lake for kids 12 and under. Fun family activities. wnns. com/pages/tots. Erin’s Pavilion, Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St, 217- 753-0702. Witches Day Out Oct 26, 10am-7pm. Prizes, refreshments. 632-4154. Petersburg Square, N. Seventh St. at W. Douglas Ave., Petersburg.

Safe Trick or Treat Oct 25, 5:30pm. Staff in costumes and period dress hand out candy at historical homes. Children’s games, programs and more. 391- 3233. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St, 217-391-3221. FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Fall Festival Oct 26, Through Oct 27.

10am-4pm. Walk back into the 1830s as preparations take place for the winter. No fee donation. New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 632-4000.

St. Paul’s Fall Festival Nov 2, 4:30-8:30pm. Dinner, auction, Holiday Shoppe, wine wall and music. $15. Cathedral Church of St. Paul, 815 S. Second St, 544-5135.

BOOKS & AUTHORS Book Reading/Signing Oct 26, 2pm. Dan Guillory reads from his new book, HousePoems, Elijah Iles House, 628 S. Seventh St, 217-492- 5929.

Poetry of Your Blood: Ancestry and Identity Oct 27, 2pm. Reading of poems, writing exercises, workshop own work. $10-$5. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence, 217-782-6776. Adam Prince and Charlotte Pence Oct 24, 6:30pm. Husband and wife award-winning fi ction author and poet, professor. UIS Lincoln Residence Hall Great Room, Vachel Lindsay Dr, 217- 206-6600.

SPOKEN WORD Pharmacy Open Oct 24, 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 Comedian Buzz Sutherland Oct 25, Through Oct 26. 8pm Fri-Sat, Comedian of the Year honor, record 16 times. $12.50- $13.50. Mason City Limits Comedy Club, 114 E. Chestnut, Mason City, 482-5233. Comedian Dobbie Maxwell Oct 25, 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 625 E. Saint Joseph Street, 391-JOKE.

Memphis Oct 29, 7:30pm. Hot Broadway musical with explosive dancing, great songs and thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960.

Second City Nov 2, 5pm and 8pm. $28-$33. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.

Spamalot Oct 25-27, 8pm Fri-Sat,

2pm Sun. Musical from classic fi lm Monty Python and the Holy Grail about King Arthur and his knights of the roundtable. $18. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.

The Caucasian Chalk Circle Nov. 2, 7-10, 7:30pm Thu-Sat, 2pm Sun. Bertolt Brecht wrote play as an exile fi nding haven in America during World War II. $7. 217-245-3471 or ic.edu/theatre. Illinois College Sibert Theatre, McGaw Fine Arts Center, Jacksonville, 217-245-3000.

The Little Years Oct 25, Through Oct 27. 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun. Innovative play explores what happens to a young girl who is a math prodigy. $18-$17. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.

War of Worlds Oct 30, 8pm. Live recreation of Orson Welles infamous radio broadcast from 1930s. $18-$17. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.

MUSIC: GENERAL EVENTS Gershwin at the Governor’s Nov 3, 5:30pm. Soprano Karin Paludan and pianist Wes McCue in cabaret-style song recital preceded by hors d’oeuvres andopen bar. $75 by Oct. 25 to Illinois Symphony Guild of Springfi eld. 546-1870. Illinois Executive Mansion, 410 E. Jackson.

One Voice Trio Nov 2, 7pm. Free Southern gospel music. 217-562-3526. The Barn, Rural route, Tower Hill.

Scott Montgomery Oct 27, 4pm. Organist who was audience winner at National Young Artist Competition. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 533 S. Walnut Street, 217-522-4415.

Sound Celebration Chorus Guest Nights Oct 28, Through Nov 4. 7pm. Mondays through Nov. 4, free vocal lessons and activities. 217-529-6913. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.

Classical Guitar Series Oct 28, 7pm. Classical guitarist Russel Brazzel followed by Springfi eld-area guitarists. Free. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St, 217-753- 4900.

Come, Let Us Be Bold With Our Songs Oct 26, 2pm. UIS Choral Department with light refreshments in back garden if weather permitting. Free. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St, 217-524- 0901.

Goosebumps Organ Concert /Electronic Light Show Oct 26, 7-8:15pm. Dress in black, white or as historical hero for free dramatic and evocative music, dance and electronic lighting. First Presbyterian Church, 321 S. Seventh St., 528-4311.

Newsboys and For King & Country Oct 27, 7pm. Multi-platinum selling Christian band. $21- $64. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 800-745-3000. Springfield Classical Guitar Society Nov 2, 8pm. Eva Beneke, PhD, guitar instructor at McNally Smith College of Music. $12- $9. 217-816-8832. Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2313 Whittier Ave, 217-522- 7331.

DANCE A Ballroom Dance Oct 26, 7pm. $5. Prairie Land Dance Club, 650 Matilda St,

Illiopolis, 217-428-1560. All About Dance Oct 30, 6:30-10pm. Every Wed. dance lessons before dance at 8 p.m. $5. 836-1438. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 217-546-9515.

Dance Oct 25, 8-11pm. $10. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 217-546-9515.

Dancing with the Starz Oct 26, $50. 544-2787. Hilton Springfi eld, 700 E. Adams, 217789-1530.

Hungarian State Folk Ensemble Oct 25, 8pm. Regarded as one of the greatest folkloric dance ensembles in world. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800- 207-6960.

Salsa Nights Oct 26, 9pm. Costume contest. $3. Abe’s Southside Cafe & Pub, 3751 S. Sixth St., 217-529- 5511.

ART & ARCHITECTURE

Brown Bag Oct 25, 12pm. Gaudi and Beyond: The Architecture of Barcelona by Larry Shiner. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St, 217-523-2631.

Figurism: Narrative and

Fantastic Figurative Art Oct 24, Through Mar 2. 8:30am. Historical and contemporary body-based art by over fi fty artists from ISM collection. 217-782-7440. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 217- 782-7386.

First Friday Events Nov 1, 5pm. Watch assembly of Rusty Finnegan sculpture by Michael Ferris Jr., listen to live music by Finnegans Wake, shop at store and trunk show, refreshments, wander in Figurism exhibition. Free and free parking. 217-782-5993. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 217-782-7386.

FILM & TELEVISION

A Place at the Table Oct 27, 2pm. Documentary of stories from a few of the 50 million people in U.S. who don’t know where their next meal will come from. Expert panel follows. 727-7223. Douglas United Methodist Church, 501 S. Douglas Avenue.

Pearl Jam Twenty Oct 25, 7:30pm. Film that chronicles popular band. $10 in advance. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence, 1-800-838- 3006.

Examined Life: Film Screening and Discussion Oct 28, 6pm. Today’s most infl uential thinkers on a series of unique excursions. Free. 206- 8507. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 217-206- 6073.

Route 66 Film Festival Nov 1, Through Nov 2. 6-10pm Fri, 12-? Sat. Independent fi lms from around the world. $50, $25 Fri. only, $35 Sat. only. route66fi lmfestival.net. Capital City Bar & Grill, 3149 S. Dirksen Pkwy, 529-8580.

CHILDREN’S CORNER Halloween in the Halls Oct 27, 12pm. Ages 2-12 bring goodie bag and arrive costumed at Richards Treat University Center by noon. Tour guides escort families through decorated residence halls. One adult required for every two children. 217-362-6410. Millikin University, 1184 W. Main St, Decatur. Scheels Trick or Treat Oct 31, 4pm. Free tattoos, Ferris Wheel rides, candy and prizes for kids in costume. Scheels, 3801 South MacArthur, 217- 726-6330.

Istvan and His Imaginary Band

Oct 25, 6:30pm. Kids musician. 786-2241. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 217-786- 2200.

WJVO Safe Halloween for Kids Oct 24, 5-8pm. For more information phone 217-245- 5119. Prairie Land Heritage Museum, 1005 West Michigan, South Jacksonville.

Zoolie Ghoulie Oct 26-27, 2-6pm Sat-Sun. Bring little ones in costume for safe trick-or-treating. Contest at 5 p.m. each night. $3 kids, adults $2. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr, 217- 585-1821.

NATURE Owl Prowl Oct 25, 6:30pm. Observe and learn about creatures during indoor presentation followed by trail hike with Illinois Raptor Center. $10. Register by phone. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave, 217-544- 2473.

LECTURES & MEETINGS McBrian Lincoln Toastmasters Oct 24, 6pm. Weekly meeting dedicated to helping individuals improve leadership and communication skills. 416-5127. Our Savior’s Lutheran School, 2645 Old Jacksonville Rd, 217- 546-4531. attire encouraged. $50. $25 students. Tickets 528-2725 or 816-1754. Hilton Springfi eld, 700 E. Adams, 217-789-1530.

Friday before the workshop. www.songsalive.org/events.htm The Pharmacy, 401 South Grand Avenue West, 217-652-3273.

BULLETIN BOARD Citizens Club Policy Breakfast Oct 25, 7:30am. 8-9 a.m. “Health Benefi ts for Teacher and State Employee Retirees.” Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.

Holiday Book Drive Oct 25, Through Nov 30. Through Nov. 30, drop off new books for birth to age 12 to Chatham Public Library, Chatham Presbyterian Church, Rochester Elementary 2-3, Rochester High School, Trinity Lutheran Preschool-Auburn, Sherman Elementary, Williamsville Library, Williamsville Methodist Church, State Journal- Register, Safe School Program and Bridge Club of Springfi eld.

Honoring Our Heritage Gala Oct 24, 6pm. John Crisp band, vocalist Victoria Douglass, awards, art exhibit, poetry reading, vendors, dinner. 1920s

Pittie Party Oct 26, 10:30am. Local pit bull trainer Nate Shephard will talk about personality and nature of pit bull breed and why they can make good family dogs. 741- 7167. Animal Control Center, 2100 Shale St.

Scrapbook for the Troops Oct 26, 9am. $40 includes meals and snacks, games, prizes. Free raffl e ticket for items donated for troops.725-7995 VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 217-546-9515. Signing of the Armistice Series Talk Oct 26, 2pm. Lloyd Massey talks about his experiences of Korean War. Korean War National Museum Denis J. Healy Freedom Center, 9 South Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-523-7230.

Songwriter’s Workshop Oct 26, 6pm. Must RSVP for song critique by 11:45 p.m.

Collector’s Day Nov 2, 11am-3pm. Meet local and regional collectors who will display their unique objects. Free. 782-0061. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 217- 782-7386.

Mid-America Mane Event Horse Show Oct 24, Through Oct 27. Indoor show. Free. midamericahorseshow.org. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 217-782-1698. Antiquarian Book Fair Nov 3, 10am. Demos. $1. 786- 2432. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 217-786-2200.

Blanket and Coat Fair Oct 26, 9am. Need a coat or blanket? Non-profi t organization giving away to those lessfortunate. Must show ID for blanket. Freedom in Holiness Mission, 1430 Loveland Ave, 217-522-2527.

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