HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

Easter Egg Hunt Mar 26, 11am-1pm Sat. Easter egg hunt, games, photos with the Easter bunny, storytelling for children ages 3 through grade 5, complimentary lunch. Free. cottonhillumc.org. Cotton Hill United Methodist Church, 5931 N. Cotton Hill Road, 529-2736.

Easter Extravaganza Mar 27, 2-4pm Sun. 10,000 Easter eggs, bounce houses, Easter-themed games. Free. springfieldfirst.org. First United Methodist Church, 2941 S. Koke Mill Road, 793-9760.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Homegrown Fest and Composting Symposium Mar 19, 9am-3:30pm Sat. Miniworkshops from local experts on topics such as gardening, homesteading, DIY, cooking, preservation, children’s sessions, more. $10-30. growspringfield.org. 217-528-1563. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2200.

My Favorite Things, QUILTS Biannual Show Mar 18-19, 10am-6pm Fri, 10am-4pm Sat. Hundreds of quilts and quilted items, Hoffman Challenge Quilts, quilt appraisals by appointment with Hallye Bone, small quilted items, vendors, beverages, lunch. $7 one day, $10 two day. 217-899-6873. Orr Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 725-8047.

BOOKS & AUTHORS

ArtLiterations Mar 17, 5:30-7pm Thu. Music, mingling, art talk, poetry/prose reading. Featuring Theo Landsverk, author and illustrator of “The Madman’s Rhyme” and artist Ruthann Mazrim. Free. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery in the Hoogland, 420 S. Sixth St., 544-2787.

History Comes Alive Series Mar 19, 4pm Sat. Dr. Dan Guillory, Professor Emeritus at Millikin University, reads poetry from his book The Lincoln Poems. Book signing to follow program. Free. Governor Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, 421 W. William, Decatur, 330-6614.

Pondicherry Lodge Mar 19, 6:30pm Sat. Sherlock Holmes Society of Central Illinois’ semi-annual fi lm evening. Viewing and discussion of Mr. Holmes. sherlock.lolopop.org. 620- 0042. Adjoining Homes of Betty Washko and Bill and Mary Denham, 36 and 40 Westwood Terrace, 546-8387.

Ted and Melissa Morrissey Reading and Book Talk Mar 17, 7-8pm Thu. Ted and Melissa Morrissey, operators of Twelve Winters Press plus imprints, read briefl y from their work and discuss Twelve Winters Press operations. Free. tedmorrissey. com. 217-502-2570. Taylorville Public Library, 121 W. Vine St., Taylorville, 824-4736.

THEATER & COMEDY Comedian Christine Stedman Mar 25-26, 8:30-10pm Fri, 8-9:30pm Sat. Top 5 fi nalist on Nick at Nite’s Search For The Funniest Mom in America reality show, heard on Sirus’ “Blue Collar Comedy Radio” and on the “Bob and Tom Show.” $12.50 cash at club or prepay online. mclimits.com. Mason City Limits Comedy Club, 114 E. Chestnut, Mason City, 482-5233.

Comedian Dan Chopin Mar 18-19, 7:30pm, 9:30pm. Fri-Sat. Talented comedian mixes music into his comedy. $13, $15. donniebscomedyclub.com. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 3455 Freedom Dr., 391-JOKE.

Comedian James Irvin Berry Mar 25-26, 7:30pm, 9:30pm Fri-Sat. Seen on BET, Last Comic Standing and more. $13, $15. donniebscomedyclub. com. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 3455 Freedom Dr., 391-JOKE.

Comedian Kevin Meaney Mar 18-19, 8:30-10pm Fri, 8-9:30pm Sat. One of the US’ most popular standup comedians for more than 25 years. $15 cash only at club or prepay online, mclimits.com. Mason City Limits Comedy Club, 114 E. Chestnut, Mason City, 482-5233.

Late Nite Catechism Mar 18, 8pm Fri. Admission. hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.

Murder at Rancho Mucho Denaros Mar 18-20, 6:30pm Fri-Sat, 1pm Sun. Springfield Theater Centre murder mystery dinner fundraiser. $25. hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.

SHG’s Footloose Mar 17-20, 7:30-10pm Thu-Sat, 2-5pm Sun. Adults $10, students and seniors $8. Tickets, 787-1595 x 153. shg.org. SHG Dominican Hall Theatre, 1200 W. Washington.

SHG’s Footloose Children’s Dance Party Mar 20, 12-2pm Sun. Meet the cast, get a backstage tour, dance the afternoon away. $15. shg.org. 217-787-1595. SHG Dominican Hall Theatre, 1200 W. Washington.

Spotlight on Ice 2016 Mar 19-20, 2pm Sat- Sun, 7pm Sat. Springfield Figure Skating Club’s 40th anniversary Spotlight on Ice 2016. Theme: “Unforgettable.” $18-$23. sfsc4u.com. 217- 483-1472. Nelson Center Ice Arena, Lincoln Park, 1601 N. Fifth St., 525-2589.

The Lion King Jr. Mar 17-20, 7-9pm Thu-Sat, 3-5pm Sun. Spring musical performed by students from Cantrall Intermediate School and Athens Jr. High School. $5 adults, $3 students. 217-636- 8380. Cantrall Intermediate School, 155 Claypool, Cantrall.

MUSIC:

GENERAL EVENTS

Britain’s Best - Last Night of the Proms – Light Classics Mar 19, 7:30-9:30pm Sat. Selections include Vaughn Williams’ “Serenade to Music,” Walton’s “Crown Imperial March,” Parry’s “Jerusalem” and Anderson’s “Irish Suite”. $20, $40, $60. ilsymphony.org. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 206-6160.

Capital Chamber Singers Mar 23, 12:15-12:45pm Wed. Choral music concert. Program TBA. Free. lincolnschurch.org. First Presbyterian Church, 321 S. Seventh St., 528-4311.

Ginny Owens Mar 25, 7pm Fri. $10-15. maranatha-assembly.org. Maranatha Assembly of God, 555 W Imboden Dr., Decatur, 423-2452.

Glee Club of the Roxbury Latin School of Boston Mar 18, 7:30-9pm Fri. Outstanding choir and Latonics ensemble present sacred repertoire, folk music, musical theater and traditional men’s chorus songs. Directed by Rob Opdycke. Free. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 533 S. Walnut St., 522-4415.

Gospel Concert with Solid Rock Mar 26, 6-8pm Sat. Clementine Memorial Church, 2075 N. 11th St., 638-1648.

Jacksonville Symphony Concert “Jade Connections” Mar 19, 7:30pm Sat. Return of pianist Jade Simmons, performing Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concert No. 2. Admission. Tickets, jaxsym.com. 371-3340. 217-243-5678. Illinois College Rammelkamp Chapel, 1101 W. College Ave., Jacksonville, 245-3000.

Joseph Hall: Elvis - Rock ‘N’ Remember Mar 18, 8pm Fri. Offi cially recognized as one of the top Elvis tribute artists in the world today. Branson’s 2014 Male Performer of the Year. $20, $25 VIP. atthelegacy.com. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence, 800-838-3006.

St. Patrick’s Day Concert Mar 17, 6pm, 7:30pm Thu. By Millikin’s Men Choir. Free to public. Kaeuper Hall, Perkinson Music Center, Millikin University, 1184 W. Main St., Decatur.

DANCE Illinois Chapter Po.L.K. of A. Dance Mar 20, 2-5:30pm Sun. Band is Alley Kats. $13, includes appetizers. illinoischapterpolkofa.org. 217-679-0175. Riverton Knights of Columbus, 335 S. 4th St., Riverton, 629-9018.

ART & ARCHITECTURE

Alfred Krehbiel: A Retrospective Mar 17-19, 21-26, 28-30, 9am-5pm Mon-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat. Retrospective of Alfred Krehbiel, known for his Neo- Classical style murals in the Illinois Supreme Court building. On display through Apr 9. Free. springfieldart.org. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

ArtLiterations Mar 17, 5:30-7pm Thu. Featured artist Theo Landsverk, author of children’s book “Madman’s Rhyme.” Other artists TBA. Free. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery in the Hoogland, 420 S. Sixth St., 544-2787.

Brown Bag Lecture Mar 18, 12pm Fri. Local artist Sheri Ramsey gives lecture about Arthur Dove, an early 20th century American artist. Free. springfieldart.org. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Craft Crazies Art Party Mar 23, 6-8pm Wed. Create an 8x10 mixed media canvas featuring the faith cross. $25. craftcraziesartparties@ gmail.com. 217-793-0139. Tradewinds, 1700 Receation Dr., 546-8881.

Fauvism Brunch & Brush Mar 22, 11am-1:30pm Tue. A daytime canvas and cocktails event. BYO lattes, mimosas, drinks, snacks. $10 members, $20 non. springfieldart.org. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Joyful Evolutions Exhibit Mar 17-19, 24-26, 12-7pm Thu-Fri. Juried artist exhibit features paintings by Midge Langfelder, jewelry by Beverly Brekke-Bailey and paintings by Jim Edwards. On display through Apr 21. Free. prairieart. org. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery in the Hoogland, 420 S. Sixth St., 544-2787.

Rebirth Mar 18-19, 25-26, 12- 6pm Fri-Sat. New work by artist members plus guest glass artists Lauren Gleason and Paula Collier of MotherDaughterMosaic. Free. pharmacygallery.com. The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space, 711 S. 5th St., 801-810-9278.

Women’s Vision Board Party Mar 26, 2-4pm Sat. Refl ect on and discuss your goals in a group setting and create a vision board of your ideal self. $35. inspirespringfield.com. Inspire, 221 S. 6th St., 836-3247.

World Music Canvas & Cocktails Mar 18, 7-9:30pm Fri. Choose from international music album covers and create the image on a 12x12 canvas. 21+. Reservations required. $10 SAA members, $20 non. springfieldart.org. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

CHILDREN’S CORNER

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny Mar 19, 8-10am Sat. Continental breakfast, egg hunt, photos, more. Registration, prepayment required. Members: $13 adult, $11 child. Non: $15 adult, $13 child. hensonrobinsonzoo.org. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., 585-1821.

Funny Bunnies Mar 19, 1-3pm Sat. A Zooper Edventures program for ages 5-6. Theme-related games, crafts, zoo discovery walk and fun learning. $11 residents, $13.50 non. hensonrobinsonzoo.org. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., 585-1821.

Lap Sit Stories Mar 21, 28, 11am Mon. For babies 0-18 months and their parents. Free. lincolnlibrary.info. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 753-4900.

Saturday Stories Mar 19, 11am Sat. Every Saturday. For kids of all ages and their parents. Free. lincolnlibrary.info. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 753-4900.

Thursday Stories Mar 24, 10:30am Thu. For kids of all ages and their parents. Free. lincolnlibrary.info. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 753-4900.

Young Songwriters Mar 21-25, 9:30-11am Mon-Fri. Learn about what it takes to write a song, including rhythm, melody and lyrics. Attendees will compose and record a song through interactive games and activities. Registration, $25 members, $35 non, includes materials. Register, CMofIL.org. Children’s Museum of Illinois, 55 South Country Club Road, 423-KIDS.

NATURE

43rd Annual Spring Floral Display Mar 19, 21-25, 28-30, 26-27, 12-4pm Mon-Fri, 12-5 Sat- Sun. Easter lilies, lush tropical foliage on display through April 3. Hosted by Springfield Park District. Free. springfieldparks. org. Washington Park Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall, 1740 W. Fayette Ave., 546-4116.

Springfield Audubon Society Program Mar 17, 6pm Thu. Presentation by Jacques Nuzzo on the Illinois Raptor Center’s raptor rehabilitation program. Live raptor will be present. $5. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 E. Clear Lake Ave., 544-2473.

Volunteer Work Day Mar 20, 1-3pm Sun. With Friends of the Sangamon Valley. illinoisaudubon.org. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 E. Clear Lake Ave., 544-2473.

ENVIRONMENT

INB Shred Event Mar 17, 11am-1pm Thu. Recycle up to 5 bags or boxes of paper at no cost. Staff will be accepting donations for the Central Illinois Food Bank’s Kids’ Cafe. illinoisnationalbank.com. 217- 747-8646. Illinois National Bank, 3150 W. Wabash Ave.

LECTURES & MEETINGS

A Call to Action: Local Media’s Role in Shaping Public Policy Mar 24, 4pm Thu. Mitch Pugh argues the importance of local media in social change, using examples from The Post and Courier’s Pulitzer Prize-winning series about domestic violence. Free. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 206-6073.

BEST (Becoming Empowered and Successful Teens) and Parent Group Mar 17, 6-7:30pm Thu. Support group for teens with a disability and their parents. More information, 523-2587. Free. scil.org. Springfield Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 523-0427.

Breakfast Optimist Club Mar 18, 7am Fri. Every Friday. Visitors welcome. 217-546- 5021. Atonement Lutheran Church, 2800 W. Jefferson St., 546-7646.

Capital City Toastmasters Mar 23, 30, 12-1pm Wed, 12- 1pm Wed. Weekly meeting. Develop communication and leadership skills to foster greater self-confi dence. Visitors welcome. 131-3356. toastmastersclubs.org. Illinois Department of Transportation, 2300 S. Dirksen Parkway.

Cybersecurity and Privacy Protection Mar 22, 1-4:30pm Tue. Understand potential computer security issues and learn to protect your computers, mobile devices, information, identity, etc. $35 person, $49 couple. esimaging. com. 217-524-6749. Capital City Training Center, 130 W. Mason.

GriefShare Mar 22, 29, 6:30-8:30pm Tue. 13-week program utilizes video seminar series, workbook and sharing time as participants work through their stages of grief. Register, 899-9418 or [email protected]. griefshare.org. Trinity Lutheran School, 515 S. MacArthur, 787-2323.

GriefShare Mar 21, 6-8pm Mon. First United Methodist Church, 2941 S. Koke Mill Road, 793-9760.

Heads Up Group Mar 20, 2-4pm Sun. Support group for those with a traumatic brain injuries. Free. More information, 523-2587. scil. org. Springfield Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 523-0427.

History at SHS/History of SHS Mar 17, 7pm Thu. Guest speaker Jeff Lightfoot, Social Studies Department Chair at Springfield High School and 2015 Horace Mann Educator of the Year. Free. 217-546-8065. Grand Army of the Republic Museum, 629 S. Seventh St., 522-4373.

Lincoln College Professor Paul Beaver Mar 18, 5:30pm Fri. Elkhart Historical Society Dinner Lecture features Paul Beaver and his presentation “William Scully’s Prairie and the People Who Farmed It.” Reservations, elkharthistoricalsociety.org. 217- 947-2238. Wild Hare Cafe, 104 Governor Oglesby St., Elkhart, 947-2100.

Post Polio Group Mar 19, 3-4:30pm Sat. Support group for those that had polio. Free. More information, 523- 2587. scil.org. Springfield Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 523-0427.

Sertoma Club Mar 21, 12pm Mon. Noon, fi rst and third Monday of every month. More information, 546- 2782. 217-494-2099. Hibachi Grill Supreme Buffet, 2309 S. MacArthur Blvd., 698-6033.

Single and Parenting Mar 26, 6:30-8:30pm Sat. Single parents discover practical strategies in the areas of parenting, fi nancial management. relationship issues, emotional guidance, and more to make positive changes in their families. $20. singleandparenting.org. 217-685-8099. Trinity Lutheran Grade School, 515 S. MacArthur Blvd., 787-2323.

Springfield ICON Monthly Meeting Mar 28, 6:30-8:30pm Mon. Topics: Neighborhood safety and crime. SpringfieldICON.org. 217- 528-9803. First Church of the Brethren, 2115 Yale Boulevard, 523-5212.

Stamp Collecting Club Mar 21, 7pm Mon. Meets third Monday of each month. More info, 546-5021 or guywire333@ aol.com. Carpenters Union Hall, 211 W. Lawrence Ave., 528- 7571.

The Rotary Club of Springfield Mar 21, 5:30-7pm Mon. Presentation by Bob Stuart on Rotary earthquake relief. Complimentary to prospective Rotarians. springfieldilrotary.org. 217-793-1710. Maldaner’s, 222 S. Sixth St., 522-4313.

TranSupport Group Mar 17, 6:30-8:30pm Thu. Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence Ave., 528-5253.

BULLETIN BOARD APL New Volunteer Orientation Mar 26, 11am-12pm Sat. Volunteer opportunities include dog walking, cleaning, animal socialization, pet therapy, education, adoption events, fundraising, more. Must be at least 16 with parent or guardian. Registration, [email protected]. apl-shelter.org.

Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, 544-7387.

APL Pet Adoptions Mar 19, 11am-3pm Sat. Cats and dogs available. apl-shelter.org. Farm and Home Supply, 3030 Wabash Ave., 217-546-6680.

APL Pet Adoptions Mar 20, 11am-3pm Sun. Cats available. apl-shelter.org. 217- 544-7387. Petsmart, 3183 S. Veterans Pkwy, 698-3091.

Business After Hours Mar 17, 4:30-7pm Thu. Connect with other area professionals and gain exposure for your business in a casual atmosphere. $5 chamber members, $15 non. 217-525-1173. First Bankers Trust Company, 2201 Wabash Ave., 546-6151.

Expungement and Sealing Seminar Mar 19, 10am Sat. Information for those with criminal records on the expungement and sealing process. Bring copy of criminal disposition record. Hosted by the Springfield Race Unity Committee. Free. 217-553-8093. Southeast High School, 2350 E. Ash.

Prairie Traveling Vintage Show Mar 26, 10am-3pm Sat. Featuring vintage jewelry, linens, books and one-of-a-kind finds. 217-585-0719. Wild Hare Cafe, 104 Governor Oglesby St., Elkhart, 947-2100. Vietnam Veterans Commemoration Ceremony Mar 29, 9-10am Tue. Ceremony at Mall area recognizes and thanks Vietnam veterans and their families for their service and sacrifi ces. Free. vietnamwar50th. com. 217-492-4070. Camp Butler National Cemetery, 5063 Camp Butler Road, 492-4070.

FOOD

Lincoln Memorial Garden Pancake & Sausage Breakfast Mar 19-20, 8am-12pm Sat-Sun. All-you-can-eat pancakes with real butter and maple syrup, local Turasky’s sausage, orange juice, coffee. $8 adults, $5 children under 12, free to ages under 3. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr., 529-1111.

HISTORY

“Bonnets, Beaus, and Bustles: A Civil War-era Fashion Show” Mar 19, 6-8pm Sat. 1860s fashions presented by the 10th Illinois Volunteer Cavalry (Reactivated) and consorts. Tickets include dinner: $40 ISHS members, $50 non. historyillinois.org. 217-525- 2581. Edwards Place, Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

History Trivia Night Mar 19, 7-9:30pm Sat. Questions about history and general information. Developed by trivia master Al Gietl, emceed by Mark McDonald. $10 per person, $100 per table. sangamonhistory.org. 217-525-1961. Christ the King Parish Center, 1930 Barberry.

FAITH & PHILOSOPHY

Good Friday Way of the Cross Mar 25, 12-1:30pm Fri. Twohour prayerful walk remembers Jesus’ passion and connection with the sufferings of injustice experienced in God’s people in our world today. 217-787-0481. Supreme Court Building, 200 E. Capitol Ave., 652-3567.

SPORTS & FITNESS

MMRD/CCH Fresh Meat Program Mar 22, 7-9:15pm Tue. New male and female skaters practice with Mayhem and Hooligan skaters every Tuesday, allowing them to learn roller derby’s sport, culture and community. $5 admission, $5 gear rental. midstatemayhemrollerderby. com. Skateland South, 1500 Recreation Dr., 546-4543. Penguin in the Park Mar 19, 9am Sat. Macon county’s largest 5K run/ walk plus 300-meter Tot Trot. Registration, penguininthepark. com. Fairview Park, Decatur, 421-7458.

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