Fairs & Festivals 5th Annual Downtown Celebration May 30, 10am-10pm Sat. 217-243- 5678. Jacksonville Square, 200 E. State, Jacksonville.

Heritage Days Summerfest Jun 5-7, 5-11pm Fri, 4-11pm Sat, 11am-4:30pm Sun. Three days of live music, kids’ games, food, plus chance to win mega-raffl e. Little Flower School, 900 Stevenson Drive, 217-529-4511.

International Carillon Festival Jun 3-7, 7-9pm Wed-Sun. Free concerts featuring carillonneurs from Canada, the Netherlands and the U.S. Bring a blanket, picnic and enjoy the music. Family friendly. Fireworks 9:15pm Friday. Free to public. carillon-rees.org. 217-546-3853. Washington Park, 1740 W. Fayette Ave. SOHO Music Festival Jun 5-6, 5pm-12am Fri, 12pm-12am Sat. Two-day fest featuring 60 local bands on 5 stages. Kids and family area with games and entertainment, food, drink, fun. Proceeds support 10 local charities. $5 per ticket, kids 12 and under free. springfi eldsoho.org. 217- 415-0411. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-785-9363.

Books & Authors

Book Signing with D. L. Dennis Jun 6, 1-5pm Sat. Book signing with local artist and author of The Witwer Files, D.L. Dennis. Free to public. Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 3111 S. Veteran’s Pkwy, 546-9440.

Spoken Word The Downtown Poetry Ring Jun 6, 1-5pm Sat. Spoken word openmic with interpretation and discussion.

Free to public. 904-3050. Prairie Archives Antiquarian Booksellers, 522 E. Adams.

Theater & Comedy

Next to Normal May 29-31, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun. 2010 Pulitzer Prize-winner for drama. Contemporary rock musical about a suburban household grappling with the mother’s bipolar disorder. $16, $14. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-523-2787.

Two Gentlemen of Verona May 29-31, Jun 4-6, 8pm Thu- Sun. Theatre in the Park and LLCC collaborate on the classic Shakespeare tale. $8-13. theatreinthepark.net. Theatre in the Park, Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 217-632- 5440.

Music: General Events

Dual Piano Concert May 30, 7-9pm Sat. Mark Gifford and Damien Kaplan. Raising funds for Open Doorways Orphanage Inc., Haiti. 217-629-7202. Riverton High School Auditorium, 841 N. Third St., Riverton.

Harbor Lights in Concert Jun 7, 3pm Sun. Chicagoland area doowop group presenting music from the 50’s and 60’s. $22 adults, $20 seniors and students. hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-523- 2787.

Invincible: A Glorious Tribute to Michael Jackson May 29, 8pm Fri. World-class dance company, Grammy award winning vocalists, master musicians. Michael Jackson impersonator Darrin Ross. $35- 41. springfi eldpc3.com. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 800-745-3000. Simply Simple Jun 5, 6-8pm Fri. Original and contemporary Christian music. Free. Edgar’s Coffee House, 87 W. Plummer, Chatham, 217-391-7628.

Springfield Municipal Band in Concert Jun 2, 9, 7:30-9pm Tue. Tuesday night concerts at Douglas Park. A Springfi eld tradition since 1936. Directed by Tom Philbrick. Free to public. 789-2974. Douglas Park, 400 N. Macarthur Blvd. Dance Juke House Jun 5, 8-11pm Fri. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 217-546-9515.

Art & Architecture Exhibit #13 May 31, 8pm-1am Sun. Pop-up art gallery compliments live music by Tom Irwin. Free to public. 904-3050. Brewhaus, 617 E. Washington St., 217-525- 6399. Ghosting: A Collection of Works 2014-2015 May 30, Jun 6, 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 28-31, 8:30am-5pm Thu- Sat, 12-5pm Sun. 217-782- 5949. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.

In Lincoln’s Time Exhibition May 28-30, Jun 2-6, 9-10, 12- 7pm Tue-Sat. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery in the Hoogland, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-544-2787. Natural Inspirations Art Exhibition May 28-30, Jun 2-6, 9-10, 12- 7pm Tue-Sat. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery in the Hoogland, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-544-2787.

Pro-Text Additions from the Collection Jun 7-10-6, 8:30am-5pm Mon, 12-5pm Sun. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217- 782-7386.

Pro-Text Additions from the Collection Complimentary exhibit to Pro- Text: When Words Enter Visual Art, featuring visual art from the ISM Fine Art Collection. On display May 24 to Aug 23, 8:30am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12-5pm Sun. Free to public. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217- 782-7386.

Pro-Text: When Words Enter Visual Art May 28-31, 8:30am-5pm Mon- Sat, 12-5pm Sun. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217- 782-7386.

The Wishing Wall May 29-30, 6-9pm Fri-Sat.

The Pharmacy’s 12th group art exhibit, featuring four new artists. Plus, “The Wishing Well,” an interactive project where attendees share their one wish, to be considered for future exhibits. Free. pharmacygallery. com. The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space, 711 S. 5th Street, (801) 810-9278.

theGALLERY at Gallina Jun 4, 6-10pm Thu. Open art gallery, spoken word and music. Presented by Amanda Bryan. Free. 904-3050. Joe Gallina’s Pizza and Restaurant, 432 E. Monroe St., 217-522-5271. Film & Television Deli Man (2014) Jun 7, 4pm Sun. Jewish Federation 2nd Annual Film Series presents award-winning fi lms from around the world. Tickets, $7 adults/$5 students with ID. To purchase, 787-7223 or sjf@shalomspringfi eld.org. Temple B’rith Sholom, 1004 S. Fourth St., 525-1360.

Children’s Corner Bob Steffan Summer Film Fest Jun 2-3, 10-10:30am Tue-Wed. “Growing Up Wild: Penguins on Parade” Summer Film Fest. Recommended for ages 3-8. Free, open to public. 217-782- 5993. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.

Dinosaur Family Camp Out May 29, 5:30pm-9am Fri. Fun family activities, cookout-style dinner, pancake breakfast. Bring tent and sleeping bags. Residents: $13 adult, $18 child; Non: $20.50 adult, $15.50 child. hensonrobinsonzoo.org. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr, 217-585-1821.

Illinois Walk for Children Jun 6, 9am-12:30pm Sat. 1-mile walk, old-fashioned carnival for children 12 and under, hot-dog lunch, guest appearances by Iron Man and Spider Man. $15 per registrant, includes t-shirt, lunch and carnival admission. 217- 522-1129. Southern View Park, S. Fourth St., 217-529-3352.

Satur-Play! - Go Fish? May 30, 11am-3pm Sat. Catch and name fi sh as you embark on an imaginary fi shing trip inside the Play Museum. Recommended for ages 3-10 and families. Free to public. 217- 782-5955. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.

Story Time at the Museum Jun 8, 10-10:30am Mon. Story Time celebrates the sun with stories and songs. For ages 3-5 and caregivers. Free, open to public. 217-782-5993. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.

Summer Passport Program May 28-31, 8:30am-5pm Thu- Sat, 12-5pm Sun. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217- 782-7386.

Nature

Master Naturalist Summit May 30, 9am-2pm Sat.

Master naturalist summit featuring bird hike, native plant hike, using drones in conservation efforts, drone demonstration. Free. Preregistration required, web. extension.illinois.edu/lms. 217-782-4617. Nipper Wildlife Sanctuary, 9560 Wither Road, Loami.

Lectures & Meetings Chatham Jaycees Meeting Jun 4, 8-9pm Thu. 217-414- 9637. VFW Post #4763, 501 W. Mulberry, Chatham, 217-483- 4613. GriefShare Grief Recovery Program Jun 2, 9, 6:30pm Tue, 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.

Land of Lincoln Water Gardening and Koi Society Monthly Meeting May 28, 6:30-8:30pm Thu. “Art in the Garden” with Jeff Garland, Professor of Art at Illinois College in Jacksonville. Visitors welcome. llwgs.org. 217-726-8216. Douglas Avenue United Methodist Church, 501 S. Douglas Ave., 217-546-4631.

Neil Carter (Godless in Dixie) Jun 7, 6pm Sun. Neil Carter, educator, speaker and writer from Mississippi on the religious conservatism of the Bible Belt and the Deep South. Free to public. 217-825-4181. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road, 217-585-9550.

Sertoma Club Jun 1, 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. The Life and Times of Logan County Mammals Jun 6, 5:30pm Sat. Dinner lecture presented by Dr. Dennis Campbell, Lincoln College. Dinner menu/order form at elkharthistoricalsociety.org. Reservations by June 1, 947- 2238. Wild Hare Cafe, 104 Governor Oglesby St., Elkhart, 947-2100. Bulletin Board

APL New Volunteer Orientation Jun 6, 6-7:30pm Sat. 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. Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, 544-7387.

Kids Klub - Kick Off to Summer Luau Jun 1, 6-7pm Mon. Familyfriendly cook-out with games, prizes on the Scheels back lawn. Free. scheels.com/events. Scheels, 3801 South MacArthur, 217-726-6330.

Food

Illinois Products Farmers’ Market May 28, Jun 4, 4-7pm Thu. Every Thursday. Shopping, health and wellness information, special focuses and more. Free. illinoisproductmarket.com. Illinois State Fair The Shed, Illinios State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave. Old Capitol Farmers Market May 30, Jun 3, 6, 10, 8am- 12:30pm Wed and Sat. Cheese, produce, meats, art and more. Third Saturdays feature entertainment, cooking demos and more. Adams between Fifth and Second. Downtown Springfi eld, Inc., 3 W. Old State Capitol Plaza, 544-1723.

History

1850s Music in the Parlor May 29, 7pm Fri. Special Edwards Place parlor concert. The Wild Columbines play and sing music from the music books of Helen Edwards. $10. edwardsplace.org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 217-523-2631. Centennial Quilt Reception Jun 7, 1-4pm Sun. Afternoon reception celebrating the completion of the Vachel Lindsay Home Centennial Quilt. Light refreshments, hear from local artisans. Free, open to public. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St., 217-524-0901.

Auditions Karee Exclusive’s Beauty & Talent Competition May 29-30, 6-9pm Fri, 11am- 2pm Sat. Karee’s Exclusive Beauty and Talent Competition Female high school students wanted to participate in beauty and talent compeition May 29-30 in Springfi eld. Open to ages 14-18, grades 9-12. More information, registration at kareeexclusive.com 888-388- 1933. Panther Creek Country Club, 3001 Panther Creek Dr., 546-4431.

Health Depression/Bipolar Disorder Support Group Jun 2, 9, 6:30-8pm Tue, 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 28, Jun 4, 6:30pm Thu, 6:30pm Thu. 12-step support program for emotional, mental health issues, coping or addictions. Thursdays. 816- 1083. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 S. Grand Ave. W., 217-525-1866.

Stauffer Healthcare Management Summit May 28, 7:30am-4:30pm Thu. “Future Quality & Effi ciency in Musculoskeletal Care: A Multidisciplinary Approach.” Educational summit with more than 15 nationally recognized health care experts. $30, includes two meals, all materials. siumed.edu/cme. Memorial’s Center for Learning and Innovation, 228 W. Miller, 217-545-6314.

World No Tobacco Day Presentation May 28, 12-1pm Thu. Speaker John Pearson, a head and neck cancer survivor. Free to public.siumed.edu/cancer. 217- 545-3837. Simmons Cancer Institute, 315 W. Carpenter, 217-545-0798.

Sports & Fitness

Bark in the Park May 31, 5-9pm Sun.

Bring your four-legged friends for a night of Sliders baseball. Adoption and fundraiser for Illinois Humane. Tickets $5 in advance at Capitol Illini Veterinary Clinic locations. 217-546-1541. Robin Roberts Stadium, Lanphier Park, N. Grand Ave. and Michigan Ave. Big Fun Little Run/Walk 5K Jun 6, 8-11am Sat. Race starts 9am, rain or shine. $25 before May 22, $30 after. bbbscapitalregion.org. 217- 753-1216. Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St., 217-753- 0702.

Illinois/ARAB Inc. Arabian Horse Show May 28-31, 8am-8pm Thu-Sat, 8am-5pm Sun. Top Arabian show horses in the country compete at one of North America’s largest sport horse shows. Free for spectators. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 217-782-1698.

SBC Cycling Challenge #2 Jun 7, 8am Sun. Test your fi tness before the Capital City Century. Choose from 25, 50 and 100 mile routes. Maps at spfl dcycling.org. 217-624-2016. Chatham Community Park, 731 S. Main St., Chatham.

SCHEELS 3D Archery Shoot

Jun 6-7, 8am-1pm Sat-Sun. Two-day shoot. Registration 8am-1pm both days. $15 adults, $8 youth 13-17, youth 12 and under free. scheels. com/events. 217-726-6330. Panther Creek Bowhunters Club, 1 W. Gilreath Road., Chatham, 217-622-6945. Springfield Sliders Baseball May 30, Jun 2-3, 6, 9-10, 6:35pm Sat, 6:35pm Tue-Wed, 6:35pm Sat, 6:35pm Tue-Wed. Affordable, family friendly entertainment. Fireworks nights, giveaways, special appearances and more. Adults $5, Seniors/ kids/military $5. 217-679- 3511. Robin Roberts Stadium, Lanphier Park, N. Grand Ave. and Michigan Ave.

Springfield Stroller Derby May 30, 10am-2pm Sat. Family fun run and walk, concessions, stroller decoration contest, bounce house, face painting, and raffl e. springfi eldstrollerderby.com. Washington Park, 217-753- 6225.

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