Fairs & Festivals

Clayville Car Show Aug 29, 11am-4pm Sat. Cruise-in and collector cars, Lincoln funeral hearse, antique tractors, motorcycles. Food and drink available. $15 per vehicle for cruise. Spectators free. clayville.org. 217-725-1355. Clayville, Route 125, Pleasant Plains, 572-4984.

Books & Authors

Meet The Cat in the Hat Aug 23, 2pm Sun. Join The Cat in the Hat for a reading of the recently released Dr. Seuss book, What Pet Should I Get?. Free. Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 3111 S. Veterans Pkwy, 546-9440.

Reading Group Open House Aug 28, 6-8pm Fri. Learn about and join active reading groups in the area or form your own. Free. Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 3111 S. Veterans Pkwy, 546-9440.

Theater & Comedy

Broadway and Chocolate Aug 28-29, 8pm Fri-Sat. Theatre in the Park fundraiser concert. $8-13. theatreinthepark.net. Theatre in the Park, Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 632- 5440. Distant Memories Aug 25, 5:30-6:30pm Tue. Every Tuesday, June-Aug, a historical reenactor describes Springfi eld’s reaction to Lincoln’s assassination and his funeral. Free. lincolntomb.org. 217-782-2717. Lincoln’s Tomb State Historic Site, 1500 Monument Ave., 782-2717.

Good People Aug 20-23, 7:30-10pm Fri-Sat, 2-4:30pm Sun. Tony Award-winning dramatic comedy featuring talented local actors. Tickets $10 at the door or by calling 491-3977. Playhouse on the Square, 68 E. Central Park, Jacksonville, 491-3977 .

Jane Eyre: The Musical Aug 20-22, 8pm Thu-Sat. Based off the novel by Charlotte Bronte. Musical book by John Caird. Free preshow indoor theatre held 1 hour prior to each performance. Tickets $8-13. theatreinthepark.net. Theatre in the Park, Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 632- 5440.

The Addams Family Aug 29-30, 8pm Fri-Sat; 2pm Sun. New musical comedy based on the macabre comic creations of cartoonist Charles Addams. $18 adults, $16 seniors and students. hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.

West Side Story Aug 20-22, 8pm Thu-Sat. Award-winning update of the classic, romantic tragedy “Romeo and Juliet” set in New York City. Tickets: $12-14 reserved, $6-10 lawn.themuni.org. The Muni, 815 E. Lake Dr., 793-MUNI.

Music: General Events An Evening with Mike and Carrie Aug 22, 6-9:30pm Sat. Vocal duo from the Peoria area. Hosted by the Taylorville Memorial Hospital Foundation. $40. taylorvillememorial.org. 217-824-1600. Taylorville Memorial Hospital Auditorium, 201 E. Pleasant St., Taylorville, 824- 3331.

Austin Mahone, Kalin & Myles, Laura Marano Aug 22, 7:30pm Sat. agr.state.il.us/isf/ grandstand. $26-48. Illinois State Fair Grandstand, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782- 6661.

Ben Bedford Aug 20, 12-1pm Thu. Part of the Springfi eld Area Arts Council’s Artist on the Plaza summer performance series. Free. springfi eldartsco.org. 217-753- 3519. Old State Capitol Plaza, Between Sixth and Fifth streets at Adams.

Brantley Gilbert, Colt Ford, Michael Ray Aug 23, 7:30pm Sun. agr.state.il.us/isf/ grandstand. $29-54. Illinois State Fair Grandstand, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782- 6661.

Clayville Folk Music Festival Aug 29, 12-10pm Sat. Chico Schwall, Jason Eklund, Pete Sander, Rockin Johnny Burgin, Mark Devorak, Supe Granda, Tom Irwin, Don Buedel Tribute with Clay Buede, more. $5 per person, $20 per family. clayville. org. 217-725-6179. Clayville, Route 125, Pleasant Plains, 572- 4984.

Community Summer Band Aug 23, 6pm Sun. Part of the “Concerts in the Park” series hosted by Jacksonville Pilot Club. 370-0414. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville. Dueling Pianos - 2 Cool to Duel Aug 28, 7:30-11pm Fri. Catered dueling pianos event similar to Howl at the Moon. Supports Girls on the Run. Tickets: $30 each or 2 for $50. GOTRcentralillinois. org. 217-726-9808. Firefi ghters- Postal Lake Club, 940 W. Lake Shore Dr. Hank Williams, Jr., .38 Special Aug 21, 7:30pm Fri. Part of Country Concert Blowout series. agr.state.il.us/isf/grandstand. $25-47. Illinois State Fair Grandstand, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

Johnnie Owens Aug 25, 12-1pm Tue. Presented as part of the Springfi eld Area Arts Council’s Artist on the Plaza summer performance series. 217-753-3519. Old State Capitol Plaza, Between Sixth and Fifth streets at Adams.

Powerlight Christian Music Festival Aug 23, 12-9pm Sun. Local bands and singers plus national artists. Featured headliners: Family Force 5, Hawk Nelson, Rapture Ruckus and more. Free with paid state fair admission. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

Route 66 Barbershop Quartet Aug 27, 12-1pm Thu. Part of the Springfi eld Area Arts Council’s Artist on the Plaza summer performance series. Free. springfi eldartsco.org. 217-753- 3519. Old State Capitol Plaza, Between Sixth and Fifth streets at Adams.

The Fray, Andy Grammer Aug 20, 8pm Thu. Rock-pop group The Fray and Top 10 pop star Andy Grammer. $15-37. agr. state.il.us/isf/grandstand. Illinois State Fair Grandstand, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

Third Friday Gospel Sing Aug 21, 6:30pm Fri. Open mic event featuring area musicians. Light meal at 5:30pm. Free. First Baptist Church, Springfi eld, 301 S. Grand Ave. West, 523-7731.

Art & Architecture

First-Ever Emerging Artist Exhibit Aug 22, 5:30-7:30pm Sat. Exhibit showcases the work of the 7 Emerging Artist Program artists: Immanuel Ahiable, Julie Alessandrini-Costa, Cathy Ganschinietz, Wiley Jenkins, Laura Mulvey, David Ross and Doug Wagner. Free. prairieart. org. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery in the Hoogland, 420 S. Sixth St., 544-2787.

Opening Reception “Tranquil + Vibrant” Aug 22, 5:30-7:30pm Sat. Features artwork by Sheri Ramsey (pastel), Debra Nickelson-Smith (ceramic sculpture and jewelry) and Priscilla M. Kluge (watercolor). Art talk 5:30-6pm. Exhibit on display through Oct 6. Free. prairieart. org. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery in the Hoogland, 420 S. Sixth St., 544-2787.

Spectrum Exhibition Aug 20-Sep 25, 8:30am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12-5pm Sun. A sampling of the broad range of art and artifacts found in the ISM’s collections of fi ne and decorative arts. Free. museum. state.il.us. 217-782-7386. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 782-7386.

Yart Sale Aug 22, 9am-3pm Sat. Frames, supplies, furniture, equipment, prints, original works, more. Free admission. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Children’s Corner

The Summertime Snow Party Aug 21-23, 5pm Fri; 9am,1:30pm Sat; 1pm Sun. Make snow cones, Frozeninspired activities, screening of the Disney fi lm, sing alongs, meet friends from Arendelle and more. Autism-friendly screening 9am Sat. $15. AtTheLegacy. com. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence, 800-838-3006.

Environment

Illinois State Fair Aug 20-23, 7-12am Thu-Sun. So much to do we can’t list everything. Food, entertainment, midway, exhibits, more. agr. state.il.us/isf. Adults $7, $3 children and seniors. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

Lectures & Meetings

Capital City Toastmasters Aug 26, Sep 2, 12-1pm Wed. Weekly meeting. Develop communication and leadership skills to foster greater selfconfi dence and personal growth.

Visitors welcome. 131-3356. toastmastersclubs.org. Illinois Department of Transportation, 2300 S. Dirksen Parkway.

Chatham Jaycees Meeting Aug 20, 8-9pm Thu. 217-414- 9637. VFW Post #4763, 501 W. Mulberry, Chatham, 483-4613.

Citizens Club Policy Breakfast Aug 28, 7:30pm Fri. Topic: Springfi eld and International Business. Speakers: Lothar Soliwon, Dr. Ramon Georgis, Norm Sims, Dr. Ronald McNeil, Bruce Sommer. Coffee reception followed by 8am program. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.

Personal Assistant Employers Group Aug 25, 3-4:30pm Tue. Support group for those with a disability that hire personal assistants. For more information call Bradley at SCIL, 523-2587 v/tty. scil. org. Springfi eld Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 523-0427.

Springfield Breakfast Optimist Club Aug 21, 28, 7am Fri. Every Friday. Visitors always welcome. [email protected]. 217- 546-5021. Atonement Lutheran Church, 2800 W. Jefferson St., 546-7646.

Victim/Survivor Support Group Aug 20, 6-7pm Thu. Mothers Against Drunk Driving. MADD Illinois, 2070 W. Monroe St. #B, 523-6233.

Bulletin Board APL Pet Adoption Aug 22, 11am-4pm Sat. Cats and dogs available. apl-shelter.org. 217-544-7387. Petsmart, 3183 S. Veterans Pkwy, 698-3091.

APL Pet Adoption Aug 23, 11am-3pm Sun. Cats available 11am-3pm. Dogs available 12-3pm. apl-shelter. org. 217-544-7387. Petsmart, 3183 S. Veterans Pkwy, 698- 3091.

Sangamon Valley Iris Society Meeting Aug 21, 7-9pm Fri. 217-556- 7415. Rochester Community Room, 1 Community Dr., Rochester.

Starting Your Business in Illinois Aug 24, 9-11am Mon. Learn about preparing a business plan, business fi nancing, legal forms, registering a business name and taxes. Hosted by Illinois Small Business Development Center at LLCC. Free. Registration, 245- 2174. Jacksonville Area Chamber of Commerce, 155 W. Morton Ave., 245-2174.

Food

Illinois Products Farmers’ Market Aug 27, 4-7pm Thu. Every Thursday. Shopping, health and wellness information, special focuses and more. Free. illinoisproductmarket.com. Illinois State Fairgrounds, The Shed, 801 Sangamon Ave.

Old Capitol Farmers Market Aug 22, 26, 29, Sep 2, 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.

State Fair Chili Cookoff Aug 23, 12-4pm Sun.

Featuring red, verde and salsa contests. Winners qualify for the International Chili Society (ICS) world championship. Public sampling throughout day. Free. chilicookoff.com. 217-622-3805. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

Health Depression/Bipolar Disorder Support Group Aug 25, Sep 1, 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., 528-3407.

Sports & Fitness

Abe’s Amble 10K Aug 23, 7:30am Sun. 6.2-mile course takes runners through Lincoln Park, Oak Ridge Cemetery and back to fairgrounds. $35. Registration, srrc.net. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

Central Illinois Powerlifting Meet Aug 23, 10am Sun. Bench, Deadlift, Bench-Deadlift, 2-person Deadlift. Teen, open, masters, men’s, womens, 2-person deadlift, fi re/police. Weigh-in at 9am, meet at 10am. $40-55. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

The Great Midwest Mashup Aug 29-30, 9am-10pm Sat, 10am-5pm Sun. Four team women’s roller derby tournament, 4 MRDAsanctioned men’s roller derby bouts, vendors, halftime shows, more. Championship 3:30pm Sun. $5 per day. thegreatmidwestmashup.com. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 800- 745-3000.

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