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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

Boo Crew Haunted House Oct 24-25, 31, Nov 1, 6:30-10:30pm. (Children’s lights on matinee is Saturday, Oct. 25, 4:30-6, $5 per person.) Boo Crew Haunted House, 6500 Jett Road, Rochester, 217-502-9177.

Chatham Jaycees Haunted Hayride Oct 25, 4:30-9pm. 4:30-6 nonscary rides; 6-9 scary rides. Ghost stories told by Chatham Library. $4, $2 kids. Chatham Community Park, 731 S. Main St., Chatham.

Clayville Haunted House Oct 24-25, 7-10pm. Fri-Sat, Kids hours on Saturdays from 5-6:30 p.m. Clayville, Route 125, Pleasant Plains, 217-572-4984. Extreme Haunted Hayrides Oct 24-25, 7-11pm. Travel along river, through woods, pulled by hearse. Weather permitting. $10. 522-7702. Riverside Park, 4105 Sand Hill Road.

Halloween at the Market Oct 25, 8am-12:30pm. Children’s and canine costume contests. Raphael the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle will be present. Kids activites 10-noon. Adams between Fifth and Second. 544-1723. Downtown Springfi eld. Haunted Decatur Halloween Tours Oct 23-26, 29-31, Nov 1, 7pm. Haunted history and ghost hunter tours (8 pm) available. Tickets online. $30, $45. Avon Theater, 426 North Water St., Decatur, 217-422-8151.

Haunted Jacksonville Tour Oct 24-25, 7pm, Fri-Sat. Tours approx. 2.5 hours. History and odd or unsual stories behind haunted sites. $25-$20. Spaces limited. Tickets, hauntedjacksonville.com Jacksonville square, 200 E. State, Jacksonville. Indian Knoll Pumpkin Patch and Farm Oct 25-26, 10am-5pm Sat, 12-5pm Sun. Pick your own pumpkin, enjoy a wagon ride to the patch, meet farm animals, play barnyard games, face painting, pumpkin painting and special weekly events. Indian Knoll Farm and Pumpkin Patch, 2850 N. E Road, Mechanicsburg, 217-827-0317.

Lincoln Home Employee Association Trick or Treat Oct 24, 5:30-7:30pm. Children 12 and under. Candy stops, volunteers in period clothing, campfi re reenactment, Cool Cruises Car Club and more. Free. 217-391-3227. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St, 217-391- 3221. Nights at the Culver House Oct 24, 9pm-2am. Get in the Halloween spirit now. Tour and ghost hunt at haunted home. $50, limited spots.

Culver House, 412 West Prairie St., Decatur.

Phoenix Center Paranormal Experience Oct 24, 31, 8:00pm. Pasta dinner followed by paranormal investigation w/ Capital Area Paranormal Society. Extended investigation at 10pm. Tickets $25, Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence Ave, 217-528-5253.

Terror in the Graveyard Oct 24-26, 30-31. Walk through an abandoned graveyard and a 500-feet trail in the woods. $10. Menard County Fairgrounds, 18450 Fairgrounds, Petersburg, 217-632-3848.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

International Beerfest Oct 25, 4-11pm. More than 100 craft and international beers and 10 different wines. Celebrity pours, bags tournament, food for purchase. $10 includes glass and one free tasting. 217-638-5131. Illinois State Fair Grounds Exposition Building, 801 Sangamon Ave., 217-782-6661.

Jacksonville Mainstreet Pumpkin Festival Oct 25, 8am-9pm. Pumpkin decorating contest, Hayrack rides, craft vendors, kids activity area, petting zoo, pony pals, trick-or-treating, parade (10 am) zombie run, contests and more. Free. 217-245-6884. Jacksonville Downtown, Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, 217-243-5678.

BOOKS & AUTHORS

Book Signing Oct 25, 2-4pm. Authors R.R. “Dick” Wallin and J. David Ingles sign copies of latest book, Central Illinois Rails, Volume Two. Chatham Railroad Museum, 100 N. State St., Chatham.

One Hundred Years: The Meaning of the Great War Oct 25, 2pm. Dr. Dan Guillory, Professor Emeritus of English at Millikin University, on World War I. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St., 217-524-0901.

Roger Reeves and Quiddity Release Oct 28, 7-9pm. Widely published poet and poetry professor at University of Illinois, Chicago. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-785-9363.

SPOKEN WORD

Sala Open/Masquerade Oct 31, 5:30-8pm. Open format open mic. Works from a variety of local and small press authors available for sharing/reading. Free to public. 217-725-8258. Hoogland Center for the Arts Club Room, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-523-2787.

THEATER & COMEDY

Alice in Wonderland Oct 24-26, 7:30pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun. Directed by Laurie McCoy. Tickets $10 and under at Old Town Books or 217-491-3977. Playhouse on the Square, 68 E. Central Park, Jacksonville.

Comedian Mike Pace Oct 24-25, 8pm Fri, 7:30pm Sat. Seen on Comedy Central, regular on Bob and Tom Show. $13, $15 VIP. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 625 E. Saint Joseph Street, 391-JOKE. Illinois Theatre Association Festival Oct 24-25, TBA. Community Theatre Groups from across Illinois will perform in a competition. Open to public.

Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-523-2787.

Mud, River, Stone Oct 25, 30, Nov 1-2. A couple’s “off-the-beaten-path” adventure takes a harrowing turn in this comedic drama by Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Ruined. $7. Illinois College Sibert Theatre, McGaw Fine Arts Center, Jacksonville, 217-245- 3000.

The Rocky Horror Show Oct 30-Nov 1, 8pm Thu-Sat, plus 12am Oct. 31. Four performances of famous rock ‘n’ roll musical about a “Sweet Transvestite from Transsexual Transylvania.” Live on stage. $18-$16. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 217- 523-2787.

MUSIC: GENERAL EVENTS

Bassekou Kouyate and Ngoni Blues Oct 25, 8pm. Master of the ngoni, an ancient traditional lute found throughout West Africa. Toured with Bela Fleck and Sir Paul McCartney. UIS Studio Theatre, One University Plaza, 217-206-6160.

Ethnomusicology Concert Oct 25, 1-2:30pm. Come see music and instruments from around the world. Polly Roesch Music Room, Visual and Performing Arts Building. Free. University of Illinois at Springfi eld, 217-206-6073.

Goosebumps Organ Concert / Electronic Light Show Nov 1, 7-8:15pm. Dress in black, white or as historical hero for free dramatic and evocative music, dance and electronic lighting. Free. First Presbyterian Church, 321 S. Seventh St., 528-4311.

Monster Mash w/ the Illinois Symphony Chamber Orchestra Oct 31, 6-7pm. Opening concert led by Alastair Willis. Featuring HK Gruber’s Frankenstein and Saint-SaÎns zoological fantasy Carnival of the Animals. $20, $18 seniors, $5 students, free. 217-522-2838. First Presbyterian Church, 321 S. Seventh St., 528- 4311.

Record Collectors Show, Sale Oct 25, 10am-4pm. Record and music dealers from all over the USA. $3, under 12 free with parent. 309-682-1116. Route 66 Hotel & Conference Center, 625 E. Saint Joseph St.

DANCE

The National Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China - Cirque Peking Oct 24, 7pm. One of the world’s preeminent acrobatic companies. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160.

ART & ARCHITECTURE

Full Spectrum Oct 23-25, 28, Nov 1, 4-5. 12- 7pm Tue-Sat. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery in the Hoogland, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-544-2787. L. Philip Trutter Commemorative Exhibit Oct 23, 28-30, Nov 4-5, 10am- 3pm. Through July 2015, Trutter’s artwork including one-of-a-kind handmade puzzles, interview excerpts of his thoughts on growing up in Springfi eld, his art and architecture. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 217-786-2200.

Opening Reception: Traci Somers Exhibit Oct 23, 5-7pm. Mixed media, abstract expressionist works by Traci Somers on display in Becker Art Gallery through Dec. 11. Reception in Becker Library. Free to public. 217-717- 3518. Benedictine University at Springfi eld, 1500 N. Fifth Street, 217-525-1420. Paint Nite Oct 27, 7-9pm. A 16”x20” canvas, acrylic paint, brushes, smock, music. Alcohol not included. Advance registration required. $45. Engrained Brewing Company, 1120 Lincolnshire Blvd., 217-546-3054.

The 10 Artists Art Exhibit Oct 31, 5-8pm. Art exhibit, open mic, face painting, Tom Irwin, cash bar. All ages. Free. 217- 503-8428. Hoogland Center for the Arts Club Room, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-523-2787.

FILM & TELEVISION

Brew and View: Ghostbusters Oct 31, 8pm. 30th anniversary of fi lm. Doors and bar open at 7pm, movie at 8pm. Families welcome. Costumes encouraged. Tickets $10 at box offi ce. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence, 800- 838-3006.

Humanities Film Series Oct 23, 6:30pm. The Ox-Bow Incident. Moderator Chris Strangeman, professor of history, MacMurray College. Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave, Jacksonville, 217-243- 5435.

CHILDREN’S CORNER

Costume Contest Oct 28, 6-7pm. Kids ages 0-12. Prizes for winners, free candy for all children dressed up. Free. 217-720-1491. Edgar’s Coffee House, 87 W. Plummer, Chatham, 217-391-7628.

Haunted Lab Oct 28, 5:30-8pm. Free to kids 5 and up. Shows every half hour. Spooky science demonstrations, learn at-home science experiments. Costumes encouraged. Treats for purchase. Sangamon Hall, room 2215. Registration, jennifer.ramm@llcc. edu. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd. 217- 786-2200.

Satur-Play! - Cloud in a Jar Oct 25, 11am-3pm. See what shaving cream and food coloring can do. 217-782-5955. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St. 217-782-7386.

Saturday Stories Oct 25, Nov 1, 11am. For all ages and parents. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 217-753-4900.

Thursday Stories Oct 23, 30, 10:30am. For all ages and parent. Free. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 217-753- 4900.

Zoolie Ghoulie Oct 25-26, 2-6pm Sat-Sun. Bring little ones in costume for safe trick-or-treating. $4, $3 non-trick-or-treaters. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr, 217-585-1821.

NATURE

Adams Wildlife Sanctuary Workshop Oct 29, 1-4pm. Herpetologist Scott Ballard. Refresher course on Illinois herpetofauna. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave. 217-544-2473. Bird Feeder Cleaning Oct 25, 10am-1pm. Springfi eld Audubon Society volunteers scrub birdfeeders to raise mission awareness. $5 per feeder suggested donation. 217- 544-5781. Wild Birds Unlimited, MacArthur Blvd.

Friday Night Star Parties Oct 24, 8-10pm. Enter southeast corner, Brookens Library. Free. Weather question, 206-8342 at 7 p.m. or UIS Observatory on Twitter. University of Illinois at Springfi eld, 217-206-6073.

Hell Hike and Raft Travelogue Oct 28, 6:30-8pm. Scott Gauvin on hiking Seven Devils Range and rafting Snake River in Hells Canyon. Sierra Club program. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 217-753-4900. Labyrinth Walk Oct 24, 6:30pm-12am. Walk the labyrinth and heighten your awareness of your personal world and the world around you. $5. Phone to register. Jubilee Farm, 6760 Old Jacksonville Road. 787-6927.

ENVIRONMENT

Shred Day Oct 25, 9am-12pm. Bank of Springfi eld hosting for BOS customers and non-customers at Wabash and Quincy branches. Bank of Springfi eld, 3400 Wabash Ave., 217-529-5555.

LECTURES & MEETINGS

Illinois High-Speed Rail Public Meeting Oct 30, 4-7pm. Open house meeting, hosted by IDOT. Lincoln Knights of Columbus, 217 Limit St, Lincoln. 217-732-2548.

Illinois High-Speed Rail Public Meeting Oct 28, 4-7pm. Open house meeting, hosted by IDOT. Magnuson Grand Hotel & Conference Center, 19067 W. Frontage Road, Raymond. 217- 324-2100.

Simple Steps to Start a Business Oct 29, 9am-12pm. Free workshop sponsored by SCORE. ITT Technical Institute, White Oaks Mall, 217-371-2182.

Springfield ICON Monthly Meeting Oct 27, 6:30-9pm. Mayoral candidates: 6:30 p.m. Paul Palazzolo, 7:45 p.m. Jim Langfelder. 217-528-9803. First Church of the Brethren, 2115 Yale Boulevard, 217-523-5212. Springfield Social Club Oct 29, 5:30-8:30pm. October meeting. Sponsored charity is Sojourn Shelter & Services. Mowie’s Cue, 1277 Toronto Road, 217-529-7616.

The Rotary Club of Springfield Oct 27, 5:30-7pm. Karen Fraase on the Good Egg Project. Prospective members welcome as dinner guests. 217-793-1710. Maldaner’s, 222 S. Sixth St., 217- 522-4313.

BULLETIN BOARD

APL Pet Adoptions Oct 25-26, 11am-4pm Sat, 11am-3pm. Cats and dogs available. All animals spayed/ neutered, microchipped, vaccinated. 217-544-7387. Petsmart, 3183 S. Veterans Pkwy, 217-698-3091.

Backgammon Club Oct 29, Nov 5, Wed, 6pm. Online, new and experienced players welcome. 622-9447. Capital Teletrack, 1766 Wabash Ave, 217-546-2111.

Catholic’s Divorce Survival Guide program Oct 23, 30, 6:30-8pm Thu. St. Agnes Church, 245 N. Amos St, 217-793-1330. Chili Supper and Paw Paw Patch Bazaar Oct 26, 11am-5:30pm. Benefi tting the APL. Knights of Columbus 364, 2200 S. Meadowbrook Road, 217-787- 2360.

Citizens Club Policy Breakfast Oct 24, 7:30am. “The future of Springfi eld Electric Utility.” Speaker: Eric Hobbie, City Water, Light & Power Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-523-2787.

Electronics Recycling Event Oct 25, 9am-12pm. Responsible, safe recycling of old electronics. Hosted by Sojourn Shelter and Services and Midwest Computer Processing. No charge. Sojourn Shelter & Services, Inc., 1800 Westchester Blvd., 217-726- 5100.

Honoring Our Heritage Gala Oct 30, 7pm. Springfi eld and Central Illinois African American History Museum hosts predinner reception at 6 p.m., entertainment, cash bar. $50. Tickets 217-726-5698 or 217- 553-5380. Hilton Springfi eld, 700 E. Adams, 217-789-1530. International Festival Oct 24, 5-8pm. Cultural recipes and exhibits, artistic performances, food tasting, and more. Free. UIS Recreation and Athletic Center, 217-206-6073.

Mid-America Mane Event Horse Show Oct 23-26, Indoor show, Coliseum. Free. midamericahorseshow.org. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave. 217-782-1698.

Pittie Party Oct 25, 10:30am- 12:30pm.Gift bags, pittie parade, giveaways, pit bull expert and trainer Nate Shephard, adoption fees reduced. Sangamon County Animal Control, 2100 Shale St., 217-525-3065. Shane Bitney Crone Oct 23, 5:30pm. Presenter Shane Bitney Crone is a writer, fi lmmaker and LGBT activist. 786-2241. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 217- 786-2200.

SVYS Fifth Annual Trivia Night Nov 1, 6pm. Trivia at 7pm. Cash prize. “Sinners and Saints” themed. Costume contest. $10 at door or in advance at Hosted by Sangamon Valley Youth Symphony and Civic Orchestra. 217-753-8000. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-523-2787.

FOOD

Chili Tasting and Cookoff Oct 29, 5-7pm. $8 choice of different chili to taste and judge, dessert and drink. 217-787- 0617. Springfi eld Ceramics and Crafts Club, 2626 S. Pasfi eld St., springfi eldceramicsandcraftsclub. org.

HISTORY

New Salem Fall Festival Oct 25-26, 10am-4pm Sat-Sun. Costumed interpreters demonstrate daily tasks such as candle dipping, butter churning, soap making and more. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 217- 632-4000.

Rt. 66, Shirley Temple Wayside Exhibit Oct 24, 4:30pm. Route 66 statue and informational exhibit located in lot west of Elkhart’s Village Hall. Free shows of Little Miss Broadway after ribbon cutting. Shirley Temple movies and books on display in public library Oct. 20-25. Elkhart.

HEALTH

Adaptive Yoga Oct 26, 12:30-1:30pm. 217- 381-2358. Heritage Free Will Baptist Church, 3436 S. Douglas Ave., (217) 691-8968. Denim and Diamonds Oct 25, 6pm. Music by Miss Jubilee & The Humdingers of St. Louis and elegant sit-down dinner to beneift Simmons Cancer Institute. $125. Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Pkwy, 217-529-7777.

Get Covered Illinois Preenrollment Event Oct 24, 10am-4pm. Free informational session on how to enroll in low-cost or free coverage health plans for 2015. Logan Hall Room 1138. 217-544-9858. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 217-786-2200.

FAITH & PHILOSOPHY

Sacred Tools Workshop - The Rattle Oct 25, 2:30-4:30pm. Create a personal rattle. $20 includes materials and admission to Samhain Celebration at 6pm. 217-341-2768. Register on Edge of Perception Facebook page. Trailhead Healing Arts Center, 802 S. Grand Ave. West, 217-698-8177.

Samhain (Halloween) Celebration Oct 25, 6-8pm. Dance, sing, drum to celebrate our ancestors. Costumes encouraged. $5 suggested donation. Trailhead Healing Arts Center, 802 S. Grand Ave. West, 217-698-8177.

SPORTS & FITNESS

Vampire Themed Zumba Fitness Class Oct 30, 6:15pm. 60-minutes of sweaty cardio, but will also include Halloween and vampire-themed routines, door prizes, and great entertainment. Costumes encouraged, not required. Y.N.O.T Outdoors, 301 North Breckenridge, Chatham, 217-416-0549. WJVO Zombie 5K Oct 25, 6:30pm. Registration 5 p.m. For more info, 217-245- 5119. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.