Fairs & Festivals

Chatham American Legion Homecoming Festival Jun 11-13, 5-11:30pm Thurs, 12- 11:30pm Fri-Sat. Old-fashioned street festival with good food, cold beverages, live music, carnival rides and family fun. chathamlegion.com. American Legion Post 759, 206 W. Chestnut St., Chatham, 217-483- 4084.

Enos Park’s Rock the Block Jun 19, 5-9:30pm. Kids activities, food, beer and wine tent, sculpture dedication, live music by Blaine Kneller, Hannah & the Drummerboyz, Brooke Thomas and After Sunset. Free to public. epnia.com. Enos Park Sculpture Garden, Enos Avenue between 7th & 8th Sts, 217-572- 1500.

Macon County Fair Jun 11-14, 5-10pm Thu-Sun. Enjoy harness racing, tractor pulls, pageants, carnival, livestock shows, commercial vendors, musical performances, fair food and more. maconcountyfair.com. Macon County Fairgrounds, 3700 N. Westlawn Ave., Decatur, 217-875-0135.

Macoupin County Fair Jun 14-20, 8:30am-9pm Sun-Sat. The oldest county fair in Illinois. Rides, entertainment, queen competition, livestock and agriculture exhibits, prizes. $5 per person, includes parking and unlimited rides or $20 season pass. macoupincountyfair.org. Macoupin County Fairgrounds, 21368 Rte. 4, Carlinville, 217-854-9422.

Opa Greek Festival Jun 13, 11am-8pm. Greek food and pastry festival with Greek music, kids area, beer, wine soda and more. Free to public. St. Anthony’s Hellenic Orthodox Church, 1600 S. Glenwood Ave., 217-522-7010.

Sangamon County Fair Jun 17-21, 7am Wed-Sun. Carnival, contests, entertainment, exhibits and more. $5-$25. 488-2685. sangcofair. com. Sangamon County Fairgrounds, northwest edge of town, New Berlin.

Walk to Defeat ALS Jun 13, 9am-1pm. Choose from 1-mile or 3-mile walk. Raise funds to help fi nd a cure for ALS. Individual/ team registration available. Register at web.alsa.org/Springfi eldIL. 314- 432-7257. Hope Pavilion - Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St., 217-788- 2310.

Books & Authors

Annual Summer Book Sale Jun 12-13, 10am-6pm Fri, 10am-4pm. Thousands of reasonably priced, used books for sale, plus some DVDs and music CDs. Hosted by Friends of Lincoln Library. lincolnlibrary.info. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 217-753-4900.

Nature Book Club Jun 18, 10:30am-12pm. Discussion of My First Summer in the Sierra by John Muir. Monthly meetings open to public. More information, dvfesser@ fesser.us. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave., 217-544-2473.

Spoken Word

SPW Poetry/Open Mic Jun 17, 6-8pm. 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

Grease Jun 19-21, 8pm Fri-Sun. Theatre in the Park, Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 217-632-5440.

Once Upon a Time in the 100 Acre Wood

Jun 13, 2pm, 6pm. More than 60 local youth perform original pieces highlighting various dance and vocal selections. Featuring Pooh, Tigger, Eyeore, Piglet and others. Plus fairytale adventure party 45 minutes prior to each showtime. $15 adults, $10 children 13 and under. hcfta.org. 553-4475. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-523- 2787.

Spamalot Jun 12-13, 18-20, 8:30pm Thu-Sat. A loving ripoff of “Monty Python and the Holy Grail.” Musical retelling of the legend of King Arthur, the Knights of the Round Table and the quest for the Holy Grail. $6-$14. The Muni, 815 East Lake Dr., 793-MUNI.

Music: General Events “A Song in the Night” Jun 12, 7:30-9:30pm. Presented by Decatur Choral Society and Opus 24.

Sampling of music from the United States, Venezuela, Canada and Great Britain. Also featuring English Folk Songs accompanied by the Millikin Faculty Wind Quintet, plus saxophonist Claire Taylor. $10 adults, $5 full-time students. Central Christian Church, 650 W. William St., Decatur, 217- 428-4336.

Andrea and Thomas Drury in Concert Jun 19, 7:30pm. Soprano Andrea Drury and organist Thomas Drury perform operatic works by Handel, Vierne’s Les Angelus and more. Reception to follow. Free. First Presbyterian Church, 321 S. Seventh St., 528-4311.

Frank T Deutsche Lieder Gazebo Recital Jun 14, 21, 5-6pm Sun, 5-6:30pm. Solo classical music recital of German art songs by Frank Trompeter. Bring lawn chair and cooler. Free. 217-698-9367. Washington Park Gazebo, South Grand Ave. entrance.

Jazz at the Pasfield House Jun 12, 5:30-9:30pm. Featuring Frank Parker. Pasfi eld House, 525 S. Pasfi eld St.

Kathryn Raistrick Jun 16, 12-1pm. Part of the Springfi eld Area Arts Council’s Artist on the Plaza series. springfi eldartsco.org. 217-753- 3519. Old State Capitol Plaza, Between Sixth and Fifth Sts at Adams.

Midwest Winds USAF Band Jun 11, 12-1pm. Part of the Springfi eld Area Arts Council’s Artist on the Plaza series. springfi eldartsco.org. 217-753- 3519. Old State Capitol Plaza, Between Sixth and Fifth Sts at Adams.

Paul Summers Jun 14, 6pm. Part of the “Concerts in the Park” series hosted by Jacksonville Pilot Club. 370-0414. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville. Rylie Bourne Jun 18, 12-1pm. Part of the Springfi eld Area Arts Council’s Artist on the Plaza series.springfi eldartsco.org. 217-753- 3519. Old State Capitol Plaza, Between Sixth and Fifth Sts at Adams.

Springfield Municipal Band Flag Day Concert Jun 14, 7:30-9pm. Fireworks to follow. Bring your own chair, refreshments (no alcohol). Free. 217-652-4371. Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St., 753- 0702.

Springfield Municipal Band in Concert Jun 16, 23, 7:30-9pm. 217- 789-2974. Douglas Park, 400 N. Macarthur Blvd. Dance Bobby Remack Jun 12, 8pm. Friday night dance. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 217- 546-9515.

Art & Architecture Artist Reception: Sandra Finney Jun 13, 6-8pm. Prairie House Custom Frames, 2833 S. Sixth St., 217-523-4415.

DEMO Project Opening Jun 12, 6-8:30pm. Site specific sculptural fl oor-toceiling installation reaching from fl oor to ceiling by Chicagobased artist Aimee Beaubien.

Free. demoprojectspace.com. 217-523-2631. DEMO Project, 732 N. Fourth St., 217-206- 6506.

Exhibit #15 Jun 14, 8pm-1am. Pop-up art gallery compliments live music by Tom Irwin. Free to public. 904-3050. Brewhaus, 617 E. Washington St., 217-525-6399.

Fine Craft Fair Jun 11, 13-12, 9am-5pm. Over 50 local and regional artisans in an outdoor setting. Live music on the plaza from 11am to 1:30pm daily. The Gables, Plaza Dr., off West White Oaks Dr. near Greenbriar and Veterans.

Free Downtown Artisan Walk Jun 13, 11:30am-1pm. Free artisan walk to 12 specialty stores featuring story time and book signing by award-winning local children’s author Jerry Barrett. Free. studioon6thart. com. Studio on 6th, 215 S. Sixth St., 217-522-8006.

Pete Pinnell Visiting Artist Lecture Jun 12-13, 6:30-8pm Fri,

10:30am-12pm. Hoogland Center for the Arts Club Room, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-523-2787.

Quilted Keepsakes Quilt Show June 2-30, 10am-5pm Tue- Sat. Admission includes house tour, quilt show, carriage barn, farm museum, covered bridge, gardens and grounds. $3 adults, $1 ages 12-18, 11 and under free. C.H. Moore Homestead DeWitt County Museum, 219 E. Woodlawn St., Clinton, 935-6066.

Film & Television

Free Films: Route 66’s Best Jun 11, 6:30-8pm. 217-725- 9058. Z Bistro, 220 S. Sixth St., 217-522-4049.

Mr. Kaplan (2014) Jun 14, 4pm. 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 16-17, “Kids Discover Bats.” Films shown Tuesdays and Wednesdays June and July at 10am and 2pm. Free, open to the public. 217-782-5993. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.

Breakfast with the Animals Jun 13, 8-10am. Experience the awakening of the zoo during a continental breakfast. Residents: $11 adult, $9 child; Non: $13 adult, $11 child. hensonrobinsonzoo.org. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., 217-585-1821.

Poetry is for the Birds Jun 11, 8:30-9:30am.

Children’s nature walk led by a master naturalist followed by a poetry craft led by local poet. Recommended for ages 6-10. Free to public. vachellindsay. org. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave., 217-544-2473.

Satur-Play! - Solar Paper Jun 13, 11am-3pm. Create a work of solar art. Recommended for ages 3-10 and families. Free to public. 217-782-5955. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.

Solar Powered Super Saturday Jun 13, 11am-3pm. Discover the history and science behind the. Recommended for ages 3-8 and families. Free. museum.state.il.us. 217-782- 6044. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782- 7386.

Lectures & Meetings

Association of Information Technology Professionals Jun 16, 5:30-8pm. Dick Rogers, Automotive Technology instructor at Lincoln Land Community College, presents “Automotive Automation”. Program free at 6:45pm. Meal $15. 217-971-7005. Top Cats Chill and Grill, 3211 Sangamon Ave., 217-528-4201.

Central Illinois Numismatic Association Monthly Meeting Jun 12, 7pm. Monthly meeting. Public welcome. Knights of Columbus Hall Council 4175, 2801 West St., 217-528-5740 .

Chatham Jaycees Meeting Jun 18, 8-9pm. 217-414-9637. VFW Post #4763, 501 W. Mulberry, Chatham, 217-483-4613.

Fashion, An Illustrated History Jun 11, 7pm. Slide-illustrated exploration of the history of fashion in the 19th century by Curator of Collections Erika Holst. Free. edwardsplace.org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

GriefShare Grief Recovery Program Jun 16, 23, 6:30pm. 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.

Illinois Women in Leadership 2015 Annual Meeting Jun 18, 5:15pm. Socialize, meet new IWIL board, buffet dinner at 6:15pm, more. Tickets: $25 before June 12, $30 after. iwil.biz. Island Bay Yacht Club, 76 Yacht Club Road, 217-529-5418.

NAMI Monthly Support Group Meeting Jun 17, 7pm. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St., 528- 3407. Sertoma Club Jun 15, 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.

Stamp Collecting Club Jun 16, 7pm. Meets third Monday of each month. 217- 546-5021. Carpenters Union Hall, 211 W. Lawrence, 217- 528-7571.

Bulletin Board

7th Annual Butterfly Release Jun 13, 10am. A celebration for anyone facing a health issue including, music, inspirational readings, and butterfl y release. Butterfl y sponsorships $25. 545- 2955 or siumed.edu/cancer. Simmons Cancer Institute, 315 W. Carpenter, 217-545-0798.

Kids Klub - Make Dad Happy Jun 15, 6-7pm Mon. Craft a gift for Dad. Free. scheels. com/events. Scheels, 3801 S. MacArthur, 726-6330. PFLAG Jun 15, 7-8:30pm Mon. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road, 585-9550.

Springfield Art Association’s Royal Court Reception Jun 14, 4-6:30pm. Introduction of 84th Annual Beaux Arts Ball King, Queen and Court to members of the Springfi eld Art Association and the community. Free. springfi eldart.org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Springfield Christian Women’s Connection Luncheon Jun 17, 11am-1pm. Special guest: Lauri Miguel of Twice Giving. Speaker: Sharon Weise, “Abundant Gifts.” $15. 787- 8246 or gulleyk8070@gmail. com. 217-787-1870. Northfi eld Inn Suites and Conference Center, 3280 Northfi eld Dr., 217-523-7900.

Food Illinois Products Farmers’ Market Jun 11, 18, 4-7pm. Every Thursday. Shopping, health and wellness information, special focuses and more. Free. illinoisproductmarket.com. Illinois State Fair The Shed, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.

Old Capitol Farmers Market Jun 13, 17, 20, 24, 8am- 12:30pm Wed and. 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 Lincolns Hometown Civil War Roundtable Annual Awards Banquet Jun 11, 7pm. Featured speaker is Mark DePue, Director of Oral History, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Topic: “George Sizer’s War: the Life and Romance of a Civil War Soldier.” Dinner at 6:15pm, program at 7pm. Free to public. 217-546-8065. MCL Cafeteria, 2151 Wabash Ave., 217-787-8706.

LMG Historical Walk Jun 13, 21, 20, 6:30-7:30pm

Sat, 2-3pm. Leisurely, hourlong stroll with volunteer guide Erica Smith. Emphasis on the public view of Abraham Lincoln in the 1930s and how those perceptions shaped Lincoln Memorial Garden. $5 LMG members, $10 general public. Registration, lincolnmemorialgarden.org. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr, 217- 529-1111.

Strawberry Social with Mary Lincoln Jun 11, 6:30pm. A glimpse into Mary Lincoln’s world. Food, music, information on 19th century manners, clothing and poetry, plus an appearance by Mrs. Lincoln as played by Pam Brown. $35 or $31.50 for museum members. Tickets, PresidentLincoln.Illinois.gov or 558-8934. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 N. Sixth St., 217-558-8844.

Health Depression/Bipolar Disorder Support Group Jun 16, 23, 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., 528-3407.

GROW in Illinois Mental Health Jun 11, 18, 6:30pm. 12-step support program for emotional, mental health issues, coping or addictions. Thursdays. 816- 1083. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 S. Grand Ave. W., 525-1866.

Faith & Philosophy There is One God Jun 14, 12-1:45pm. Writings from the Hindu, Buddhist, Jewish, Christian, Moslem and Baha’i Faith traditions. Presentation followed by discussion and refreshments. Free to all. 217-546-9171. Springfi eld Bah·’Ì Center, 1131 S. Eighth St., 217-544-9595.

Sports & Fitness Springfield Sliders Baseball Jun 13, 18-19, 6:35pm Sat, 6:35pm Thu-Fri. 217-679- 3511. Robin Roberts Stadium, 1415 N. Grand Ave. E., 753- 0700.

Springfield Sliders Baseball Jun 14, 21, 5:05pm. 217-679- 3511. Robin Roberts Stadium, 1415 N. Grand Ave. E., 753- 0700.

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