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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

Indulge: Fun and Fashion for Mothers May 7, 5:30-8pm Thu. Fashion show, refreshments, giveaways and more. Free. White Oaks Mall, 2501 Wabash Ave. 217-787-8560. Mother’s Day Craft Event May 9, 10-11am Sat. Create crafty gifts for Mom, plus stories and snacks. Free to public. Edgar’s Coffee House, 87 W. Plummer, Chatham, 217-391-7628.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

20th Annual Springfield Highland Games & Celtic Festival May 16, 9am-9pm Sat. Dance, solo piping, drumming, band and athletic competitions, games, plus live musical acts, vendors, kids activities, storytelling, food, animals and more. $10 per person; $5 seniors and kids under 13, veterans and kids under 5 are free. Chatham Community Park, 731 S. Main St., Chatham. Clayville Spring Festival May 17, 10am-4pm Sun. Artisan demonstrations, historic building tours, kids’ crafts and games, vendors, reenactments, period music, entertainment, food and refreshments. $5, $3 ages 6-12, under 6 free. Clayville, Route 125, Pleasant Plains, 217-572- 4984.

Oakwood Block Party May 9, 5pm-12am Sat. Live music, delicious food, cold beer, dancing, and fun. Free to public. Oakwood Street Festival, 126 S. Oakland, Decatur. Old Capitol Art Fair May 16-17, 10am-5pm Sat, 10am- 4pm Sun. One of the most popular, juried art fairs in the country. Original art, entertainment, food, children’s tent and more. socaf.org. Free to public. Downtown Springfi eld.

BOOKS & AUTHORS

Lincoln’s Springfield Neighborhood Book Signing and Discussion May 9, 3pm Sat. Signing and remarks by co-authors Bonnie Paull and Richard Hart, plus Lincoln scholar Wayne C. Temple. Free to public. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St., 391-3221. Poetry Readings with Meagan Cass May 15, 6-8pm Fri. Author of Range of Motion (Magic Helicopter Press, 2014). Work has appeared in numerous literary magazines, including Hayden’s Ferry Review, The Pinch, DIAGRAM and more. Free to public. Edgar’s Coffee House, 87 W. Plummer, Chatham, 217-391-7628.

SPOKEN WORD

SPW Poetry/Open Mic May 20, 6-8pm Wed. A Springfi eld Poets & Writers event, hosted by Thea Chesley, third Wednesday of every month. Free to public. 217-725-9058. Robbie’s, 4 S. Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-528-1901.

THEATER & COMEDY

Bat Boy: The Musical May 8-10, 15-17, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun. Three siblings fi nd a “half-boy / half bat creature” in a West Virginia cave. Complications ensue when Bat Boy goes to live with the Parker family in their home. $16, $18. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-523-2787.

Comedian Kevin Meaney May 8, 8:30-10pm Fri, 8-9:30pm Sat. Emmy Awardwinner and one of the United States’ most popular standup comedians for more than 25 years. $15 cash only at door or prepay online at mclimits.com. Mason City Limits Comedy Club, 114 E. Chestnut, Mason City, 482-5233.

Timber! by Cirque Alfonse May 12, 7:30pm Tue. Lumberjack-inspired aerial acrobatic show based out of Quebec and set to a traditional folk music soundtrack. Tickets starting at $45 adults, $24 youth. sangamonauditorium.org. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160.

MUSIC: GENERAL EVENTS

An Evening with Roger McGuinn May 14, 7:30pm Thu. Founder, lead singer and lead guitarist of The Byrds. Tickets starting at $25. sangamonauditorium.org. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160. Annual Spring Concert May 13, 7pm Wed. “Spring Celebration & Praise” by Sacred Heart-Griffi n Choirs. Freewill offering. 787-1595. SHG Dominican Hall Theatre, 1200 W. Washington.

Eric Bibb May 10, 7-9pm Sun. Blues and folk music by award winning musician Eric Bibb. $35 advance, $40 at door. 217-787-3316. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 217-546-9515. Marina V Concert May 16, 8-10pm Sat. Awardwinning Russian-American recording pop artist, singer and songwriter Marina V. $15 advance; $20 at door. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road, 217-585-9550.

Marina V Concert May 15, 6pm Fri. Free, all-ages concert by award-winning Russian-American recording pop artist, singer and songwriter Marina V. MarinaV.com. Illinois College, 1101 West College Avenue, Jacksonville, 245-3000.

Sangamon Valley Civic Orchestra Spring Concert May 17, 4pm Sun. Symphony of Fate featuring Kamen Petkov, violin. Kreisler’s “Preludium” and “Allegro,” Wieniawski’s “Legende,” Theme from Schindler’s List by John Williams, “Spring Song” by Sibelius and Beethoven’s “Symphony No. 5 in C Minor.” $10 adults, $5 students. 217-753-8000. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-523-2787.

Sangamon Valley Youth Symphony Spring Concert May 9, 2pm Sat. Featuring all levels of the orchestras. Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture,” Respighi’s “Pines of Rome,” Ponchielli’s “Dance of the Hours,” plus Concerto Competition Junior Division Winner Nathan Yuan performs Vivaldi’s “Concerto in A Minor, Op. 3.” $10 adults, $5 students. 217-753-8000. Springfi eld High School, 101 S. Lewis St., 217-525-3100.

Second Friday at the Illinois State Museum May 8, 5-8pm Fri. Live music by Shay on Sax, featured Illinois artisan Greg Gibbs, craft beer and drinks, local food and art and science make n’ takes. Free admission, cash bar for drinks and food. 217-782-5949. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.

Third Friday Gospel Sing May 15, 6:30pm Fri. Light meal 5:30pm, music at 6:30pm. First Baptist Church, 301 South Grand Ave. West, (217) 523-7731.

ART & ARCHITECTURE

Free Downtown Artisan Walk May 9, 11:30am-1pm Sat. Tour downtown galleries and shops. Complimentary snacks along way. Free, open to public. Studio on 6th, 215 S. Sixth St., 217- 522-8006.

Ghosting: A Collection of Works 2014-2015 May 9, 16, 1-4pm Sat. Ghosting: A Collection of Works 2014- 2015 from Mike Rea. Wooden sculptures. Also available for viewing by appointment. demoprojectspace.com. Free to public. 217-523-2631. DEMO Project, 732 N. Fourth St., 217- 206-6506. Hot Science Gallery: The Science of Extinction May 7-20, 8:30am-5pm Mon- Sat, 12-5pm Sun, 217-782- 5949. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.

In Lincoln’s Time Exhibition On display through June 18, 12-7pm Tues-Sat. Exhibition showcases Prairie Art Alliance artists’ takes on the life and times of our 16th president and his impact today. Free to public. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery in the Hoogland, 420 S. Sixth St., 217- 544-2787.

Mike Rea Opening Reception May 8, 6-8pm Fri. Ghosting: A Collection of Works 2014-2015 from Mike Rea. On display Saturdays, May 8 to June 6, from 1-4pm or by appointment. demoprojectspace.com. Free to public. 217-523-2631. DEMO Project, 732 N. Fourth St., 217- 206-6506.

Natural Inspirations Art Exhibition May 7-9, 12-16, 19-20, 12- 7pm Tue-Sat. 217-544-2787. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery in the Hoogland, 420 S. Sixth St., 217- 544-2787. Pro-Text: When Words Enter Visual Art May 7-20, 8:30am-5pm Mon- Sat, 12-5pm Sun, Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217- 782-7386.

Remembering Lincoln Exhibition May 7-17, 8:30am-5pm Mon- Sat, 12-5pm Sun. Exhibition features rarely seen objects honoring the memory of our 16th president. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.

Sponsored by Adobe & Identity Matters May 7, 5:30-8pm Thu. Dual student exhibitions featuring artwork by the graduating seniors of the Visual Arts Department. On display through May 14. Free to public. UIS Visual Arts Gallery, HSB 201, One University Plaza, 217-206-6506.

theGALLERY May 7, 6-10pm Thu. Open art exhibit featuring spoken word and musical open-mic. Free to public. 217-904-3050. Joe Gallina’s Pizza and Restaurant, 432 E. Monroe St., 217-522- 5271.

Upper Story Tour May 7, 5-8pm. Self-guided tour of business, residential and historic buildings. $15- $10. downtownspringfi eld.org. Downtown Springfi eld.

FILM & TELEVISION

Free Films: Route 66’s Best May 14, 6:30-8pm Thu. 217- 725-9058. Z Bistro, 220 S. Sixth St., 217-522-4049.

CHILDREN’S CORNER

Just Pictures Story Time May 11, 10-10:30am Mon. Enjoy telling stories in a group as we “read” wordless books. For ages 3-5 and caregivers. Free, open to public. 217-782-6044. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.

Art Speaks! Super Saturday May 9, 11am-3pm Sat. Learn about the ways artists incorporate text into art and make your own masterpiece. For ages 3-8 and families. Free, open to public. 217-782-6044. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.

Dolittle Day May 9, 10am-6pm Sat. Springfi eld Theatre Centre members perform selections from Dr. Dolittle, Jr.: The Musical, plus bird activities, live bird shows, turtle races, face painting, snow cones, sand art, good and more. Free to public. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr.. 217-585-1821.

VOLTA: A Fusion of Poetry, Dance and Music May 15, 6pm, 8pm Fri. A fusion of poetry, dance and music featuring Springfi eld’s fi nest young writers, dancers and musicians. Directed by Aasne Vigesaa and choreographed by Elizabeth Cheney. Hosted by The Vachel Lindsay Association and the Springfi eld Youth Performance Group Foundation. Free to public. 585-0074. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-523-2787.

Kids Klub - Salute the Troops May 18, 6-7pm Mon. Learn about fl ag etiquette, Memorial Day, marching and saluting like a solider. Bring your old, wornout American fl ag and recieved a brand new fl ag. Hosted by Scheels and the American Legion. Free. Scheels, 3801 South MacArthur, 217-726-6330.

Satur-Play! - Fun Flight May 16, 11am-3pm Sat. Discover what you need to become a ‘rocket scientist’. Recommended for ages 3-10 and families. Free to public. 217- 782-5955. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386. Satur-Play! - Sticky Letters May 9, 11am-3pm Sat. Learn about adhesion versus cohesion and stick letters to the side of the Illinois State Museum building. Suggested for ages 3-10 and families. Free to public. 217-782- 5955. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.

SCIENCE

Paul Mickey Science Series Lecture May 13, 7-8:30pm Wed. “The End of an Era? Early Holocene Caribou Hunting Strategies in the Upper Great Lakes” presented by Dr. John M. O’Shea. Free, open to public. 217-782-0061. Illinois State Museum Research & Collections Center, 1011 E. Ash St. 785-0037.

NATURE

Annual Iris Show May 9, 12-4pm Sat. Hosted by Sangamon Valley Iris Society. Flowers of many sizes, colors. Free to public. Washington Park Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall, 1740 W. Fayette Ave., 217-546- 4116.

Bird Hikes at LMG May 9, 8-9:30am Sat. 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. Busting Garden Myths May 12, 1:30pm Tue. Kari Houle, Extension Educator Horticulture, discusses the most common garden and plant myths and gives recommendations for better plant care. Preregister, web.extension.illinois.edu/lms. U of I Extension Offi ce, 700 S. Airport Road, 217-782-4617.

Herb Plant Sale, Plastic Pot Recycling May 9, 8am-12pm Sat. Variety of herbs for sale, priced $3- $6 each. Bring clean cell packs, trays, plastic pots, other containers for recycling. 782-4617. Sale Barn #26. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave. 217-782-1698.

Illini Bird Fanciers Bird Fair May 17, 9am-4pm. Breeders with varieties of birds and supplies. $3, kids free. illinibirdfanciers.com. Illinois Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave. 217-782-1698.

Invasive Species Awareness Program May 19, 7pm Tue. By Chris Evans, Invasive Species Campaign coordinator for the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Free to public. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr. 217-529-1111.

Springfield Civic Garden Club Annual Plant Sale May 9, 8am-12pm Sat. Perennials include hostas, daylilies, grasses, and herbs, trees and houseplants. Annuals include geraniums and hanging baskets. Garden shop will feature tools and accessories. scgc-il.gov. 217-553-6898. llinois State Fair Grounds Building 26, 801 Sangamon Ave. 217-553-6898.

ENVIRONMENT

Chatham Chamber Beautification Project May 9, 9-11am Sat. Help Chatham Area Chamber Beautifi cation Committee and the Chatham Jaycees mulch park trees. Shovels, wheel barrows welcome. Drinks and snacks will be provided. More information, 483-6450. Jaycee Park Pavilion, Monroe & White City, Chatham.

LECTURES & MEETINGS

Association of Information Technology Professionals

May 19, 5:30-8pm Tue. “Databases, Big Data, and Data Analytics” presented by Toni Waggoner and Elham S. Khorasani from UIS. Program free at 5:45pm. Meal $15. 217- 971-7005. Top Cats Chill and Grill, 3211 Sangamon Ave., 217- 528-4201. BEST and Parent Support Group May 12, 6-7:30pm Tue. Support for for teens with a disability and their parents. More info, 523-2587. Lawrence Education Center, 101 E. Laurel, 217-528- 0969.

Catholic War Veterans Meeting May 14, 7-9pm Thu. Meeting on the second Thursday of the month. Free. 217-891-8719. VFW 10302 Northenders, 2349 Stockyard Road, 217-523-7523.

Chatham Jaycees Meeting May 7, 8-9pm Thu. 217-414- 9637. VFW Post #4763, 501 W. Mulberry, Chatham, 217-483- 4613. GriefShare Grief Recovery Program May 12, 19, 6:30pm Tue. 13- week program utilizes video seminars, a support group and a workbook. Register, 414-0126 or griefshare.org. Athens Christian Church, 1411 E. Route 29, Athens, 217-636-8463. Post Polio Group May 16, 10am-12pm Sat. Support for those that have had polio. More info, 523- 2587. Springfi eld Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 217-523-0427.

Sertoma Club May 18, 12pm Mon. 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. Springfield Chapter DAR Luncheon Meeting May 16, 11:30am Sat. Annual reports, installation of offi cers, welcome to new members. Reservations by May 13 to 741- 7463 or bradley1818@gmail. com. Island Bay Yacht Club, 76 Yacht Club Road, 217-529-5418.

Stamp Collecting Club May 19, 7pm Tue. Meets third Monday of each month. 217- 546-5021. Carpenters Union Hall, 211 W. Lawrence, 217-528- 7571.

The Art and Mystery of Faux Graining May 14, 7-8pm Thu. Learn about the history of faux painting, see antique examples, enjoy a demonstration of faux painting techniques from Master Painter Ed Gonet. Free. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 217-523-2631.

WE-CI Monthly Meeting May 13, 5:30-7:30pm Wed. Speaker Brant Mackey from Sangamon CEO Program, plus two young women from the CEO program, who will discuss the group. $20 members, $10 guests, $25 walk-ins. Reserve by Friday, May 8 at reservations@ we-ci.org. Saputo’s, 801 E. Monroe St. 217-522-0105.

BULLETIN BOARD

APL New Volunteer Orientation May 13, 6-7:30pm Wed. Informational session for those interested in volunteering with APL. Must be 16 or be accompanied by parent or guardian. Sign up at volunteer@ apl-shelter.org. 217-544-7387. Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road.

Clothing/Household Item Giveaway May 16, 10am-2:30pm Sat. Free clothing, including lots of new shoes and household items. Freedom in Holiness Mission, 1430 Loveland Ave. 217-522- 2527.

Fifth Annual Spring Fling Plant Sale May 9, 10am-4pm Sat. Annuals, hanging baskets, vegetables, herbs, craft and vendor fair, clowns, kids’ shop, Route 66 Cruisers cruise-in and more. DAV Club, 25 Club Area.

Lincoln Memorial Garden 8K Trail Run May 16, 7:30-9am Sat. 4.97-mile loop starting and ending in Lincoln Memorial Garden. Children’s fun run at 9am for $6. $35. joel@ lincolnmemorialgarden.org. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr. 217-529-1111.

N.S.R.A. Appreciation and Safety Day May 17, 10am Sun. Games, free safety inspections. Free to public. 217-243-5678. Hardee’s, 840 W. Morton Ave., Jacksonville, 245-4932. PFLAG May 18, 7-8:30pm Mon. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road, 217-585-9550. Safe Family Saturday May 9, 10am-1pm Sat. Meet and greet MOWA Sprint Car driver Justin Standridge plus Strider Adventure Zone for kids, games and fun for family. Free to public. Scheels, 3801 South MacArthur, 217-726-6330.

Workplace Bullying and Abusive Conduct: The Preventable Health Hazard May 14, 8:30am-4:30pm Thu. Presented by Gary M. Namie, PhD. $105. Full brochure, registration at HSEConline.org. 217-899-7484. Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., 217- 544-6464, ext. 44619.

FOOD

Old Capitol Farmers Market May 13, 16, 20, 8am-12:30pm Wed and Sat. Cheese, produce, meats, art and more. Third Saturdays feature entertainment, cooking demos and more. LINK, debit and credit cards accepted for market tokens. downtownspringfi eld.org. Adams between Fifth and Second. Downtown Springfi eld, Inc., 3 W. Old State Capitol Plaza, 544- 1723.

Springfield Vegetarian Association May 12, 6:30-8pm Tue. “Common Sense Approach to Health” video featuring Dr. John McDougall. Learn how to improve your health with a vegetarian diet. Free to public. 217-546-9171. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 217-753- 4900.

HISTORY

Illinois State Military Museum Military Vehicle Show May 16, 9am-4pm Sat. Annual display of historic and modern military vehicles. Free to public. 217-761-3910. Illinois State Military Museum, 1301 N. MacArthur Blvd, 761-3910.

Sangamon County Historical Society Program May 19, 5:30-7pm Tue. Presentation by author Kenneth Mitchell, whose book The History of North-End Pride and Lanphier High School defi nes the impact of the school on the community. Free to public. 217-525-1961. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 217-753-4900.

HEALTH

Celebrate Sound - Don’t Walk in Silence May 16, 10:30am Sat. Walk, collect donations to preserve hearing and stop Noise Induced Hearing Loss. Hosted by Springfi eld Sertoma Club and local businesses. More information, registration, mycelebratesound.org/ springfi eld. Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St., 217-753- 0702. Depression/Bipolar Disorder Support Group May 12, 19, 6:30-8pm Tue. 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 May 7, 14, 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

Main Principles of Baha’i Faith May 8, 7:30-9pm Fri. Presentation followed by discussion. All are welcome. Free. Springfi eld Bahá’í Center, 1131 S. Eighth St. 217-544- 9595.

Mother’s Day Remembrance Tribute Service May 9, 10-11am Sat. Memorial tribute service honoring all mothers. Ceremony by certifi ed celebrant Judy Woerner. Special tribute keepsakes, light refreshments. Free to public. Roselawn Memorial Park, 1735 S. Camp Butler Road, 217-525- 1661.

Women’s Day: My Story My Song May 15, 17-16, 6:30-8:30pm Fri, 6:30-8:30pm Sat. 10:45am-1pm Sun. Round table discussions, original short play, powerful speakers, brunch, worship and more. Free to public. pgbchurch. org. 217-522-2513. Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 908 S. Martin Luther King Dr.

SPORTS & FITNESS

Crystal’s Army 5K Run/Walk May 9, 7-10am Sat. Free to students in Sangamon County School Districts and surrounding areas. Registration at CrystalsArmy.Eventzilla.net. 217-414-8500. Union Park, 115 E. Madison, Auburn.

Fat Ass 5K Run and Street Party May 9, 10am race, 11am-3pm party. 5K race route includes beer, doughnuts, ice cream, corn dogs, live music and other entertainment. $30-$40, plus fees. Proceeds to charity. Seventh Street, Adams and Washington. fatass5k.com. Downtown Springfi eld. Girls on the Run 5K May 16, 8:30am-12pm Sat. Non-competitive race open to all. Race at 10am. Activities and dance party until noon. $15 -$35. Register at gotrcentralillinois.org. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Road, 217-786-2200.