Books & Authors

A Net to Snare the Moonlight Publication Event Apr 18, 2-4pm. Reception for Felicia Olin, illustrator of A Net to Snare the Moonlight, a new collection of children’s poems by Vachel Lindsay. Presentation at 2pm plus light refreshments. Free, open to public. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St., 217- 524-0901.

A Night of Poetry Apr 16, 6:30-8:30pm. Featured readers and presenters, musical entertainment, plus open mic session for poets of all levels of experience. Free, open to public. Anne Lloyd Gallery of the Madden Arts Center, 125 N. Water, Decatur, 217-423- 3189.

ArtLiterations - Aesthetically Pleasing Sounds Apr 16, 5:30-7:30pm. A celebration of art, authors and aesthetically pleasing sounds. Poet Adam Clay, artist Delinda Chapman, jazz by Ocean State. Free, open to public. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery in the Hoogland, 420 S. Sixth St., 217- 544-2787.

Author Dr. Richard Brown Apr 19, 1-3pm. Springfi eld surgeon and author Dr. Richard Brown discusses and signs his book, The Kevorkian Oath, a fi ctionalized tale of the future of healthcare in America. Free, open to public. Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 3111 S. Veteran’s Pkwy, 546-9440.

Author Sarah Burleton Apr 18, 1-3pm. Decatur author Sarah Burleton signs her bestselling book, Why Me, a memoir of surviving childhood abuse. Free, open to public. Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 3111 S. Veterans Pkwy, 546-9440.

Spoken Word The Artist’s Night Apr 18, 6-10pm. Spoken word open mic/ open stage featuring Springfi eld Poets and Writers. $10 adult, free to minors. Plaza III - The Hilton, 700 E. Adams St., 217-904-3050.

Theater & Comedy A Streetcar Named Desire Apr 16-18, 7:30pm Fri-Sat, 6pm Thur. UIS Theatre performs Pulitzer prizewinning play by Tennessee Williams.

Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160.

Club LaCage Apr 18, 7pm. Drag show featuring Springfi eld’s greatest drag performers. Hosted by Springfi eld Phoenix Center. $10, $25 VIP. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-523-2787.

Comedian Chris Speyrer Apr 18, 9:30pm. Owner of Mason City Limits Comedy Club. Local comic, has performed at clubs all over the country. $13, $15. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 625 E. Saint Joseph Street, 391-JOKE.

Comedian Mike Armstrong Apr 17-18, 8:30-10pm Fri, 8-9:30pm. Former police offi cer-turned-comedian. A “Bob and Tom Show” regular. $15 cash only at club, buy online at mclimits.com. Mason City Limits Comedy Club, 114 E. Chestnut, Mason City, 482-5233.

Haphazardly Ever After Apr 17-19, 7-10pm Fri-Sat, 2-5pm. Original, fractured fairy tale farce where a king and queen call on a fairy godmother to tame their adult children. Featuring 33 local young actors. $10 adults, $5 ages 12 and under. 217-245- 1402. Nichols Park, 319 Holken Brink Drive, Jacksonville.

Mr. Lincoln Apr 17-19, 7:30pm Fri-Sun. The inner life, mind and thoughts of Abraham Lincoln, from boyhood to presidency. John O’Connor as Abraham Lincoln. Indoor theater. Theatre in the Park, Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 217- 632-5440.

One Destiny Apr 16, 1:30pm Mon, 3pm Tues, 11am. One-act play about Lincoln’s assassination. Free with museum admission. Union Theatre, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St., 217-782-5764.

Our American Cousin Apr 17-19, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm. Springfi eld Theatre Center production. Three-act play by Tom Taylor. Comedy about the introduction of an awkward American to his English relatives. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-523-2787.

Music: General Events

Fake It Till You Make It: Playing Old-Time Music in a Group Apr 18, 10am-1pm. Basic jam session tips for intermediate and beginning players. A Clayville Pioneer Academy of Music program, open to public. Clayville, Route 125, Pleasant Plains, 217-572-4984.

Kapello at Cathedral Concert Series Apr 19, 7-8pm. A capella sacred music from eras ranging from the 16th to the 21st century. Guest soloists Gina Swickard, Elyssa Swickard Carlisle and Caroline Dahlquist. Free to public. 217-793-1135. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 815 S.

Sixth Street, 522-3342. Millikin Women and Men’s Choirs Apr 17, 7-8:15pm. Millikin Women and Men’s Choirs with the Rochester High School Madrigals. Free to public. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 533 S. Walnut Street, 217-522-4415.

Music Under the Dome: Colin O’Brien Apr 19, 4-5pm. All original folk-bluegrass songs by Colin O’Brien. Free, open to public. 217-243-5678. Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave., Jacksonville, 217-243- 5435.

Rust College A Capella Choir Apr 17, 7pm. Also featuring the University of Illinois-Springfi eld Gospel Choir and the Union Baptist Mime Ministry. Tickets, $10. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 South Grand Ave. W., 217-525-1866.

Simply Patsy Apr 18, 7-9:30pm. The Pearl Handle Band will be backing up one of the premier Patsy Cline Tribute artists, Mary Pfeiffer. $10 advance, $12 at door. 217-358- 9273. Prairie Land Dance Club, 650 Matilda St., Illiopolis, 217- 428-1560.

Dance Swan Lake Apr 18-19, 2pm Sat-Sun. Springfi eld Ballet Company debuts 21 stunning new tutus in this classical masterpiece. $30 adults, $28 seniors, $18 children and students. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206- 6160.

Todd Henry and Stan Kupish Show Apr 17, 7pm. Friday night dance. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 217- 546-9515.

Illinois Chapter Po.L.K. of A. Dance April 19, 2-5:30pm Sun. Band: Fred and the Button Box. Members $9, non $10. illinoischapterpolkofa.org. Riverton K of C Hall, 335 South 4th Street, Riverton, 629-7202.

Art & Architecture

Mystic Harmony Art Exhibition Apr 16-18, 21-23, 12-7pm Tue-Sat. Featuring artists Toni Wrightsman (mixed media), Delinda Chapman (mixed media) and Tess Sakolsky (felted & gourd vessels). On display through April 23. Free, open to public. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery in the Hoogland, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-544-2787.

Reflections Apr 16-26, 8am-7pm Thu- Sun. Drawings, paintings and calligraphy by MarySusan Farmer. Free, open to public. 217-787- 3452. Illinois Presbyterian Home, 2005 W. Lawrence, 546-5622.

Remembering Lincoln Exhibition Apr 16-29, 8:30am-5pm M-Sa, 12-5. Exhibition featuring rarely seen objects honoring the memory of our 16th President. Runs through May 10, 2015. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.

Roasted: Hot Pots + Pork Apr 18, 3-9pm. Glaze a pre-made ceramic pot to be fi red in an outdoor Raku kiln. Plus hog roast, live music, cash bar. $25 adult (includes pot), $8 child (includes ceramic fi gurine). Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 217-523-2631.

Text Talks Apr 16, 7-8pm. Gallery discussions featuring Stanley Bly, Ruthann Mazrim and Kevin Veara. Moderated by Assistant Director of Art and Pro-Text curator Robert Sill. Free, open to public. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.

Film & Television

Springfield Had No Shame: The 1908 Race Riot Apr 16, 4:30-5:30pm. Q&A session following fi lm. Light refreshments at 5:30pm. Annual Membership and Stakeholders meeting of the SIAAH Museum. 312-316-2470. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217- 782-7386.

Children’s Corner

Children’s Poets in the Parlor: A Net to Snare the Moonlight Apr 19, 2-3pm. Family friendly celebration of A Net to Snare the Moonlight, a new collection of Vachel Lindsay’s children’s poetry illustrated by local artist

Felicia Olin. Children’s activities, light refreshments. Free, open to public. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St., 217- 524-0901.

Discovery After Dark Apr 17, 24, 7pm. Nocturnal tour of zoo. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., 217-585-1821.

Jazzin’ It Up Apr 18, 10am-12pm. Jazz concert by LLCC Stolen Moments ensemble, plus craft activities, “instrument petting zoo” light refreshments, gift bags and more. Free to public. A. Lincoln Commons, Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Road, 217-786-2200.

Kids Klub - Earth Day Celebration Apr 20, 6-7pm. Learn all about plants and their importance to the Earth. Free sapling for fi rst 50 kids to take home and plant. Free to public. Scheels, 3801 South MacArthur, 217-726-6330.

Satur-Play - Recycled Play Day! Apr 18, 11am-3pm. How many cardboard boxes does it take to make a neighborhood? You decide as we build a mini fortress, castle, home, doghouse or entire neighborhood all out of boxes.

Recommended for ages 3-10 and families. Free, open to public. 217-782-5955. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217- 782-7386. Young Person’s Earth Day Dinner Apr 22, 5:30-7pm. Three-course meal plus art activities. $10 per person. 217-243-5678. ASA Talcott House , 859 Grove St., Jacksonville, 217-473-2726.

Science

Friday Night Star Parties Apr 17, 24, 8-10pm. Enter observatory from southeast corner, Brookens Library. Free. Weather questions, 206-8342 at 7pm or UIS Observatory on Twitter. University of Illinois at Springfi eld, 217-206-6073.

Nature

Art at Adams Wildlife Sanctuary Apr 18, 8:30am-2pm. Join the Prairie Art Alliance and Springfi eld Audubon Society to paint, draw, photograph, create and explore. All ages, all levels of experience welcome. Talks, programs, bird walks, family art projects and more. Free, open to public. 217-544-2787. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave., 217-544-2473.

Bird Hikes at LMG Apr 18, 25, 8-9:30am Sat, 8-9:30am. Led by local bird expert Kevin Veara. All levels of birders welcome. Free to public. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr., 217-529-1111.

The Prothonotary Warbler Apr 16, 7-8pm. Discussion by Jeff Hoover, avian ecologist with the Illinois Natural History Survey. Free, open to public. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave., 217-544-2473.

Environment

ECCE Speaker Series: Greening Broadway Apr 22, 6pm. Brooklyn, NY based theatrical set designer Donyale Werle on her efforts to promote sustainability in the performing arts community and beyond. Catered reception to follow. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 217-206-6073.

SAGE Earth Day Picnic Apr 22, 11am-1pm. Drop off for plastic bangs and clean containers with lids, play games, refreshments, learn about Earth Day and SAGE. UIS Quad. University of Illinois at Springfi eld, 217-206-6073.

The Greenest of Springfield Awards Kickoff Reception Apr 29, 6pm. For small business owners, managers. Presentation of 2015 individual achievement awards plus explanation of 2016 program for potential participants. Hosted by Sustainable Springfi eld Inc. Maldaner’s, 222 S. Sixth St., 217-522-4313.

Lectures & Meetings

Chatham Jaycees Meeting Apr 16, 8-9pm. 217-414-9637. VFW Post #4763, 501 W. Mulberry, Chatham, 217-483-4613.

Heads Up Group Apr 19, 2-4pm. Support group for those who have had a head injury. Free to public. 217-523-2587. Springfi eld Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 217-523-0427.

Mr. Lincoln’s Hometown Civil War Roundtable April Meeting Apr 16, 7pm. Speaker Jon Austin, Executive Director of the Illinois Arts Council and Co-Chair of the Lincoln Funeral Coalition. Topic: “A Preview: Lincoln’s Funeral Reenactment”. Free, open to public. 217-546-8065. Grand Army of the Republic Museum, 629 S. Seventh St., 217-522- 4373.

Sangamon Valley Iris Society Meeting Apr 24, 7-9pm. “Historical Irises” by Margaret Kelly. Free to public. Rochester Community Room, 1 Community Dr., Rochester.

Sertoma Club Apr 20, 12pm. Noon, fi rst and third Monday of every month on fi rst fl oor next to Bennigans. 217-494-2099. Hilton Springfi eld, 700 E. Adams, 217- 789-1530. Sherlock Holmes Society Meeting Apr 18, 9am. Discussion of The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle. Open to public. 217-546-8387. Scheels, 3801 South MacArthur, 217-726-6330.

Stamp Collecting Club Apr 20, 7pm. Meets third Monday of each month. 217- 546-5021. Carpenters Union Hall, 211 W. Lawrence, 217-528- 7571.

The Future of Edwards Place Apr 21, 7-8pm. A discussion on the role of historic houses in the community and brainstorm session on ways to keep Edwards Place interesting, engaging and dynamic for decades to come. Free to public. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 217-523-2631.

Bulletin Board Jacksonville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Trivia Night Apr 17, 6-10pm. Third annual. Food 6pm, trivia at 7pm. Featuring Mayor Andy Ezard and State Representative CD Davidsmeyer. $10 per person. 243-5678. Jacksonville Knights of Columbus Hall, 320 East State, Jacksonville, (217) 243-1015.

APL Pet Adoptions Apr 18, 11am-2pm. Cats and dogs available 10am-1pm at Lowes, 2560 N. Dirksen Parkway, Springfi eld. Cats and dogs available 11am-2pm at Farm and Home Supply, 3030 Wabash Ave., Springfi eld. 217- 546-6680.

APL Trivia Night Apr 18, 6-10pm. Fun night of trivia to benefi t Animal Protective League. $150 per table if paid by April 8 or $20 per person at door. Tables of 8-10. BYO snacks, drinks available for purchase on site. 217-494-8568. Firefi ghters- Postal Lake Club, 940 W. Lake Shore Dr.

Free Electronics Recycling Event Apr 21, 10am-2pm. Visit blhcomputers.com/recycling for a list of accepted items. North side of Brookens Library, at the loading dock on the fi rst fl oor level. UIS Brookens Library, One University Plaza, 217-206-6633 info, 217-206-6605 circulation.

Garden Party and Table Setting Luncheon Apr 17-18, 10am-2pm Fri- Sat. Member exhibit, table setting displays, bake sale. Free to public, lunch available for purchase 11am-1pm for $8. Springfi eld Ceramics and Crafts Club, 2626 S. Pasfi eld St., springfieldceramicsandcraftsclub. org. PFLAG Apr 20, 7-8:30pm. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road, 217-585-9550.

Shredding Day Apr 18, 8-11am. Compliments of Marine Bank. Bring up to 4 or 5 boxes or bags of paper per person for shredding. Marine Bank , 1401 North Dirksen Pkwy, 217-321-0115.

Sixth Annual Shred Event Apr 18, 10am. Free shredding in exchange for donation of one case of nonperishable canned goods for the Salvation Army Food Pantry (cash donations also accepted). Hosted by Local First Springfi eld. Salvation Army Parking Lot, Ninth and Washington.

Springfield Christian Women’s Connection Luncheon Apr 22, 11am-1pm. Speaker Lula Minor with “Hope Through It All.” Also featuring Judy Owens on weather preparedness. $15. 787-8246 or gulleyk8070@ gmail.com. 217-787-1870. Sangamon Prairie Reception Center, 8855 State Route 4, Chatham, 217-483-7999.

Food

Sip & Savor Flavors of the Pacific Coast Apr 18, 4-7pm. Chef TJ Martin, music by Jaigh Lowder & Jill Manning, live painting by GiGi Suzanna. $75, $50, $525 table of 8. sharethespirit.info. 217-494-2990. Panther Creek Country Club, 3001 Panther Creek Dr., 546-4431.

History

Edwards Place Restoration Open House Apr 18, 1-5pm. Free open house celebrating the restoration of the fi rst fl oor of Edwards Place to its 1850s appearance. Costumed interpreters on hand. In conjunction with SAA’s “Roasted” event. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 217-523-2631. Elkhart Historical Society April Dinner Lecture Apr 18, 5:30pm. Program: “The Life and Times of Logan County Mammals” by guest lecturer Dr. Dennis Campbell, Lincoln College. $35. Reservations, elkharthistoricalsociety.org, 947-2238. 217-947-2238. Wild Hare Cafe, 104 Governor Oglesby St., Elkhart, 947-2100.

Living and Dying for the Nation Apr 16, 6:30pm. Historian Richard Wightman Fox on Lincoln’s place in fi lm, from 1915’s Birth of a Nation to Steven Spielberg’s Lincoln in 2012. Free to public. Reservations, presidentlincoln. gov. 217-558-8934. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St, 217-782-5764.

Ten Year Anniversary Celebration Apr 19, 9am-5pm. Special events and exhibits to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum. Free admission today only. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St, 217-782-5764.

Auditions Alice in Wonderland: Stark Ravin’ Mad Auditions Apr 18, 9am-1:30pm. Call backs will be 2-3:30pm, if needed. More than 30 roles for adults and children. Performances are June 5-7 in Lincoln. massmediaprod.org for details and sign-up. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 217- 523-2787.

Health Depression/Bipolar Disorder Support Group Apr 21, 28, 6:30-8pm. Support for those affected by a mood disorder, including friends and family. Free. 217-761-4710. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St., 217-528-3407.

GROW in Illinois Mental Health Apr 16, 23, 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., 217-525-1866.

Faith & Philosophy

Climate Justice Apr 19, 10:30-11:30am. Annual Unitarian Universalist Service Committee advocacy and fundraising program. Promotes human right to water in face of climate change. Free to public. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road, 217-585-9550.

Religion’s Role in Today’s Society Apr 17, 7:30-9pm. Presentation followed by discussion. All welcome. Free to public. Springfi eld Bah·’Ì Center, 1131 S. Eighth St., 217-544-9595. The Council Apr 18, 7pm. Topic: Christians in the End Times. Video, commentary and discussion with moderator Jesse Albert Einstein Meredith. Open to public. Holy Ground Coffeehouse, 304 W. Allen, 652-0423.

Third Friday Gospel Sing Apr 17, 6:30pm. Light meal 5:30pm, open mic music at 6:30pm. First Baptist Church, 301 South Grand Ave. West, (217) 523-7731.

Sports & Fitness

CCHC 4th Annual 5k Run/Walk Apr 18, 9am-1pm. Timed race. Supports patient services and education programs at new Central Counties Health Centers facility. $25 adults, $10 kids 2-12. getmeregistered. com/cchc5k. 217-788-2310. Washington Park Playground, 1021 South Grand Ave., 217- 753-6225.

ColorBlaze 5K Apr 18, 11am. Fun, noncompetitive 5K walk/run.

Family-friendly. Wear as much white as possible and get blazed with color during the run to become your own work of art. Registration $25 -$18.75, pricing discounts. Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St., 217- 753-0702.

Springfield Youth Football Registration Apr 18, 10am-2pm. Register for 2015 season. $105 for returning players, $135 for new players. Bank of Springfi eld Building, 850 E. Madison, 217-341-8205.

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