BOOKS & AUTHORS

“The White Horse” Book Signing Jan 24, 1-3pm Sat. By Springfi eld physician and local author, Eli Goodman MD. “The White Horse” explores the issues of prejudice and teaches the pitfalls of judging others by superfi cial appearances. Free. 217-391-7587. Edgar’s Coffee House, 87 W. Plummer, Chatham, 217-391-7628.

ArtLiterations Jan 15, 5-7pm Thu. Celebration of art, authors and aesthetically pleasing sounds hosted by the Prairie Art Alliance in the Hoogland Gallery. Featured artists. Featured author, Tracy Zeman. Music by Ocean State. Free to public. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery in the Hoogland, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-544-2787.

Book Signing with Author Ken Mitchell Jan 17, 10am-12pm Sat. Signing for “North-End Pride: The Story of Lanphier High School, Its People and Community.”

217-787-7100. Noonan’s True Value Hardware, 801 N. Grand Ave. E., 217- 528-1513.

Sherlock Holmes Society Meeting Jan 17, 9am Sat. Discussion of “The Red-Headed League.” Open to public. Free. Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 3111 S. Veteran’s Pkwy, 546-9440.

SPOKEN WORD SPW Poetry/Open Mic Jan 21, 6-8pm Wed. Sign up to read poetry, prose, non-fi ction, etc. Listeners welcome. A Springfi eld Poets and Writers event, hosted by Thea Chelsey. Third Wednesday of the month. Free to public. 217-725-9058. Robbie’s, 4 S. Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-528-1901.

THEATER & COMEDY Comedian Greg Hahn Jan 16-17, 8pm Fri, 7:30pm, 9:30pm Sat. First appearance in Springfi eld. A regular on the “Bob and Tom Show.”

$22, $24 VIP. 217-391-5653. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 625 E. Saint Joseph Street, 391-JOKE. Comedian Micheal Petit Jan 23-24, 8pm Fri, 7:30pm Sat. Fantastic comedian, great voices. Seen on Comedy Central and “Bob and Tom.” $13, $15. 217-391-5653. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 625 E. Saint Joseph Street, 391-JOKE.

MUSIC:

GENERAL EVENTS An Evening with Irving Berlin Jan 23, 7:30pm Fri. Annual cabaret show by Land of Lincoln Barbershop Chorus featuring songs of American songwriter Irving Berlin. $15, $10 students. Hoogland Center for the Arts LRS Theatre 1, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-523-2787.

April Verch Bigger Band Jan 16, 8pm Fri. UIS Kitchen Sink series. Blend of roots music and stepdancing by talented Candian quintuplet. $39, $25. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160.

Illinois Symphony Chamber Orchestra Jan 23, 8:00pm. “No Strings Attached.” Delight in the sounds of wind, brass and percussion instruments. Special concert featuring Renaissance to 20th Century pieces. First Presbyterian Church, 321 S. Seventh St., 528- 4311.

LLCC Recital Series Jan 25, 4pm Sun. Featuring Skibbereen, a Celtic-infused band. Free to public. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 217-786-2200.

Switchback Jan 25, 4pm Sun. A unique blend of American Roots and Celtic Soul. A mix of Irish music and original songs. Free to public. Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave. Jacksonville, 217-243-5435.

ART & ARCHITECTURE

“Gone ‘round” Featured Artist Exhibit Through Feb 26, 12-7pm Tue-Sat. Art by Joan Turner Burmeister (multi media), Don Tewell (wood turnings) and Carolyn Owen Sommer (watercolor/mixed media). Free.

Prairie Art Alliance Gallery in the Hoogland, 420 S. Sixth St., 217- 544-2787.

AUDITIONS Karee’s Exclusive Beauty and Talent Competition Female high school students wanted to participate in beauty and talent competition May 29-30 in Springfi eld. Open to ages 14-18, grades 9-12. More information, registration at kareeexclusive.com. Panther Creek Country Club, 3001 Panther Creek Dr., 546-4431.

FILM & TELEVISION ‘Finding Vivian Maier’ Screening Jan 18, 20, 1pm Sun, 7pm Tue. Documentary highlights one of America’s greatest street photographers. Part of of the Springfi eld Art Association’s Molly Schlich Independent and International Film Series. $8, $4 students, $45 for all 8 fi lms. 217-523-2631. AMC Parkway 8, 3025 Lindbergh Boulevard, 888- 262-4386.

7th Annual Slow Food Springfield Film Festival Jan 24, 2-8:30pm Sat. Featuring “Flow: For Love of Water” and “Growing Cities: A Film About Urban Farming in America” plus top 10 short fi lm fi nalists from 2014 Real Food Media Contest. $7, $5 Slow Food Springfi eld members, free to students with ID. 217-782-4617. Foundation Hall at the Old State Capitol (Level 2), 1 Southwest Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-785-9363.

CHILDREN’S CORNER Satur-Play! - Snow Art Jan 24, 11am-3pm Sat. Create a beautiful picture to hang on your fridge using shaving cream as snow. Science and art acivities for ages 3-10 and families. Free. 217- 782-5955. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St. 217-782-7386.

Satur-Play! - Snowman Jan 17, 11am-3pm Sat. Make and take your very own snowman that is perfect for the cold season! Recommended for children ages 3-10 and their families. Free to public. 217-782-5955. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St. 217-782-7386.

Winnie the Pooh Story Time Jan 17, 10-11am Sat. Stories, crafts, snacks. Free to public. 217-391-7587. Edgar’s Coffee House, 87 W. Plummer, Chatham, 217-391-7628.

ENVIRONMENT

Backyard Bird Workshop Jan 18, 1-3pm Sun. Wade Kammin of Wild Birds Unlimited on backyard bird feeding and tips on winter bird ID. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave. 217-544-2473.

LECTURES & MEETINGS

Association of Information Technology Professionals Jan 20, 5:30-8pm Tue. Dr. John Martin, Associate Professor of Astronomy-Physics, University of Illinois Springfi eld. Program Topic: “Imaging Technology and Big Data”. Insight into image processing. Meal $15, program free at 6:45pm. 217-971-7005. Top Cats Chill and Grill, 1822 Stevenson Dr. 217-529-4005.

Chatham Jaycees Meeting Jan 15, 8-9pm Thu. 217-414- 9637. VFW Post #4763, 501 W. Mulberry, Chatham, 217-483- 4613.

Illinois Women in Leadership Monthly Luncheon Jan 15, 11:30am-1pm. Speaker Steve Thompson discusses how to make the world a better place and make work culture fun despite “weird” people. $18 before Jan 9, $23 non-members, walk-ins. Register at iwil.biz. Sangamo Club, 227 E. Adams S. 544-1793.

Raising Backyard Chickens Right Jan 27, 6-8pm Tue. By Deborah Cavanaugh-Grant, Local Foods Systems, Small Farms Educator with University of Illinois Extension. $5, preregistration encouraged. 217-782-4617 or [email protected]. University of Illinois Extension, 700 S. Airport Dr. 217-782-4617.

SCORE Breakfast Jan 15, 7-9am Thu. Learn how SCORE can help you start or grow a small business. Free, preregistration required. 217-381- 5143. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 217-786-2200. Springfield Chapter DAR Meeting Jan 17, 11:30am Sat. Brad Koldehoff, Chief Archaeologist for the Illinois Dept. of Transportation. “Discovering a World Class Dig in Your Own Backyard”. $16. Reservations by Jan. 14, 741- 7463 or [email protected]. 217-741-7463. Panther Creek Country Club, 3001 Panther Creek Dr. 546-4431.

Springfield ICON Aldermanic Candidate Forum Jan 26, 6:30-9pm Mon. Future City of Springfi eld Aldermen voice their concerns on issues surrounding inner-city neighborhoods. Free to public. 217-528-9803. Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., 217-544-6464, ext. 44619.

Springfield Social Club January Event Jan 28, 5:30-8:30pm Wed. Collecting donations for Big Brother, Big Sister. Indigo Restaurant, 3013 Lindbergh Blvd, 217-726-8436. Stamp Collecting Club Jan 19, 7pm Mon. Meets third Monday of each month. 217-546- 5021. Carpenters Union Hall, 211 W. Lawrence, 217-528-7571.

BULLETIN BOARD

Institutional Racism Presentation and Discussion Jan 15, 6:30pm Thurs. Theme: “Journey Toward Peace.” Sponsored by Church Women United. All welcome. Immaculate Conception Atrium, 815 South 6th St., 523-2652.

40th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Breakfast Jan 19, 7:30am Mon. Keynote speaker Dr. Yohuru Williams, Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs and Professor of History at Fairfi eld University. $25. 217-787-8373. Hilton Springfi eld, 700 E. Adams, 217-789-1530.

APL New Volunteer Orientation Jan 24, 10-11:30am Sat. Minors (under 16) must be accompanied by parent/guardian. 15 spots. Register at volunteer@apl-shelter. org. Questions to Anne, 544-7387 x227. Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road.

APL Pet Adoption Jan 18, 11am-3pm Sun. Cats available. 217-544-7387. Petsmart, 3183 S. Veterans Pkwy, 217-698-3091.

Westminster Cooperative Preschool Trivia Night/Auction Jan 24, 7-9:30pm Sat. Classic literature theme. Cash bar, food available. $15/person, $150/ table. Registration encouraged, 217-899-4562 or taradavlin@ gmail.com. 217-899-4562. Arlington’s Restaurant, 210 S. Broadway, (217) 679-6235.

Backgammon Club Jan 28, 6pm Wed. Every Wed. Online, new and experienced players welcome. 622-9447.

Capital Teletrack, 1766 Wabash Ave. 217-546-2111.

Blood Drive Jan 21, 2-5pm Wed. With Central Illinois Community Blood Center. Rochester Public Library, 1 Community Drive, Rochester, 498-8454.

Catholic’s Divorce Survival Guide Program Jan 15, 22, 6:30-8pm Thu. St. Agnes Church, 245 N. Amos St. 217-793-1330.

Chatham Area School History Forum Jan 24, 10am-12pm Sat. Residents, former students and school administration discuss the history of Chatham area schools. Moderated by history teacher Steve Welch. Free to public. Chatham Area Public Library, 600 E. Spruce, Chatham, 483-2713.

Citizens Club Policy Breakfast Jan 23, 7:30am Fri. “The future of Springfield Electric Utility.” Speaker: Eric Hobbie, City Water, Light & Power Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 217- 523-2787.

DSI Annual Awards Dinner Jan 21, 5am Wed. Awards extravaganza that honors the individuals, businesses, organizations and projects that make downtown such a great place to live and work. Cocktails and silent auction begin at 5pm; program at 5:30pm. Mayor’s State of Downtown address to be featured as part of program. $60 per person; $480 for business table (seats 8); $1250 for corporate sponsorship. 217-544- 1723. Hilton Springfi eld, 700 E. Adams, 217-789-1530.

Springfield Ski Club Trivia Night Jan 16, 6pm Fri. 217-415- 7400. Knights of Columbus 364, 2200 S. Meadowbrook Road, 217-787-2360.

Temple B’rith Sholom Trivia Night Jan 24, 7pm Sat. General category trivia, emcee David Goldman of The Goldman Group, LLCC. 50/50, bonus round. $20 per person, up to 10 per table. Reservations, information, 525-1360. Temple B’rith Sholom, 1004 S. Fourth St.

Springfield Newcomers Club Trivia Night Jan 24, 7pm Sat. Hosted by Springfi eld Newcomers Club. Doors at 6pm. $10 per player; up to 10 players per table. Beer, wine and snacks for purchase.

Reservations by Jan. 17, 483- 5738. Angela Hall. Benedictine University at Springfi eld, 1500 N. Fifth Street, 217-525-1420.

FOOD January Coffee Seminar Jan 21, 5-7pm Wed. Guest speaker Kevin Selig from UP Roasters of Minn. Reservations encouraged. Wm. Van’s Coffee, 503 S. 7th St. , 679-4726.

HISTORY

Sangamon County Historical Society Program Jan 20, 5:30pm Tue. Panel of historical re-enactors discuss how they bring history alive. Featuring Pam Brown (Mary Lincoln), Larry Werline (General and President Ulysses S. Grant) and Donald Ferricks (soliders from several periods) and moderators Justin Blandford and Sarah Watson.

Free to public. Carnegie Room. 217-525-1961. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 217-753-4900.

HEALTH GROW in Illinois Mental Health Jan 15, 22, 6:30pm Thu. 12-step support program for emotional, mental health issues, coping or addictions. Thursdays. 816-1083. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 South Grand Ave. W, 217-525-1866.

FAITH & PHILOSOPHY

Fixing Illinois Jan 25, 10:30-11:30am Sun. Program by Kent Redfi eld, professor emeritus of Political Studies, UIS. How to make tough choices about funding civic responsibilities. Free. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road, 217-585-9550.

Springfield Christian Women’s Connection Luncheon Jan 21, 11am-1pm Wed. “Fur now and ever after” luncheon. Special guests: Bart and Rhonda Leinberger, alpaca breeders, Indian Point Hills. $15. 217-787-1870. Northfi eld Inn Suites and Conference Center, 3280 Northfi eld Dr., 217-523- 7900.

SPORTS & FITNESS

Springfield Sentinels Basketball Tryouts Jan 18, 12-2pm Sun. Second and fi nal round of tryouts. All welcome, preferably those with college basketball experience. $50, to be paid day of. playcba. com. More info, sentinels@ playcba.com. Lutheran High School, 3500 W. Washington St,.

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