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BOOKS & AUTHORS

Poets in the Parlor: Poetry Collective Apr 9, 2-3pm Sat. Local spoken word poets present a collaborative reading under the direction of Kimberly Moore. Free. vachellindsay.org. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St., 524-0901.

THEATER & COMEDY

Club LaCage Apr 9, 7pm Sat. Drag show features Springfi eld’s greatest drag performers. Chaired by Deanna Knight. Hosted by Springfi eld Phoenix Center. $15, $25, $30. Tickets available at hcfta. org. springfi eldpride.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523- 2787.

Comedian Dr. Gonzo Apr 8-9, 9:30pm Fri, 7:30pm Sat. Heard on the “Bob and Tom Show,” seen on late night TV and in comedy clubs around the country. $13, $15. donniebscomedyclub.com. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 3455 Freedom Dr., 391- JOKE.

On Golden Pond Apr 8-10, 15-17, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun. 1979 play by Ernest Thompson about aging couple Ethel and Norman Thayer who summer on a lake called Golden Pond. Presented by Springfi eld Theatre Centre. $16, $18. hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523- 2787.

MUSIC: GENERAL EVENTS

Cameron Carpenter Apr 8, 8pm Fri. First solo organist ever nominated for a Grammy Award for a solo album. Performs on his International Touring Organ, a monumental cross-genre digital organ built by Marshall & Ogletree. $30, $45. sangamonauditorium.org. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 206- 6160.

Cowboy Church Apr 10, 5-8pm Sun. Clementine Memorial Church, 2075 N. 11th St., 638-1648.

John Mellencamp Plain Spoken Tour Apr 10, 7:30pm Sun. John’s accolades include the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a Grammy winner, The Woody Guthrie Award, Americana Music Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award and much more. $105. sangamonauditorium.org. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 206-6160.

Magnificent Masters Apr 9, 7:30-9:30pm Sat. Selections from Mozart’s “Marriage of Figaro Overture,” arias from Don Giovanni and “La Clemenza di Tito,” Mahler’s “Fourth Symphony”. $20, $40, $60. ilsymphony. org. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 206-6160.

Rust A’Cappella Choir Apr 15, 7-9pm Fri. One of America’s most renowned choirs featuring broad repertoire of modern and traditional classical, semi-classical, spirituals, opera, contemporary and traditional gospel selections. $10. ubc-springfi eld. org. Union Baptist Church, 1405 E. Monroe St., 544-8115.

The Official Blues Brothers Revue Apr 8, 7:30pm Fri. Performers Wayne Catania and Kieron Lafferty, backed by a powerhouse band play classic hits from the Blues Brothers catalog. Sanctioned by Dan Aykroyd and Judith Belushi. $20-35 adults, $5 students. bluesbrothersoffi cialsite.com. Kirkland Fine Arts Center, 1184 W. Main St., Decatur, 424-6318.

DANCE

Juke House Apr 8, 8-11pm Fri. Playing the Friday night dance. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old  Jacksonville Road, 546-9515.

ART & ARCHITECTURE

Brown Bag Lecture Apr 15, 12pm Fri. Lecture by Larry Shiner focuses on fi ve new art museums. Bring a snack/lunch or enjoy SAA-provided treats. Free. springfi eldart.org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

David Balmer Reception Apr 9, 6-8pm Sat. Artist reception for David Balmer. Prairie House Custom Frames, 2833 S. Sixth St., 523-4415. Images of Illinois Exhibit Apr 7, 14, 12-7pm Thu, 12- 7pm Thu. View work of 2016 Images of Illinois photography contest entrants and winners. On display through Apr 21. Free. prairieart.org. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery in the Hoogland, 420 S. Sixth St., 544-2787.

Roasted: Hot Pots + Pork Apr 16, 3-9pm Sat. Glaze premade ceramic pot and see it being fi red in outdoor Raku kiln. Plus hog roast, live music, ceramic activities, cash bar. $25 adult glazing pot, $10 child glazing pot; $10 for event with dinner but no pot. springfi eldart. org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Shifting Sands: Springfield’s Architectural Legacy Apr 13, 9am-7:30pm Wed. One-day revivial of exhibition featuring more than 40 photos of Springfi eld’s historic buildings from 19th and 20th centuries. Free. edwardsplace. org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

The Sex of Life Opening Reception Apr 8, 6-8:30pm Fri. Mixedmedia exhibit by San Antoniobased artist Christie Blizard that occupies a space between contemporary painting and performance. Free. demoprojectspace.com. DEMO Project, 732 N. Fourth St., 523- 2631.

FILM & TELEVISION

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

CHILDREN’S CORNER

Camp Ondessonk’s Saturday Spectacular Apr 9, 3:30-9pm Sat. One week of summer camp fun packed into one night. Games, food, tie-dye, “camp” activities, more. $30 includes t-shirt, food, games, prizes. ondessonk.com/ springfi eld-lodge-saturday spectacular. St. Agnes School, 251 N. Amos Ave., 793-1370.

Children’s Consignment Sale Apr 7-9, 9am-7pm Thu-Sat. Three-day consignment sale. Shop more than 38,000 gently used baby and children’s items. Free admission. tradinghands.net. 417-496- 5837. Orr Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 725-8047.

Expanding Your Horizons Conference Apr 9, 8am-12:45pm Sat. Hands-on lessons in math, science and technology for girls in 6th through 8th grades. Girls interact with successful women who are professionals in many careers traditionally held by men. Limited space. Registration, AAUWSpringfi eldIL. com. 217-652-4676. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2200.

Junior/Senior Naturalists Apr 9, 9am-4pm Sat. Junior Naturalists (ages 5-8) meet from 9am-12pm and Senior Naturalists (ages 9-12 years old) meet 1-4pm. Three sessions: $40 members, $45 non. Individual sessions $15 members, $18 non. lincolnmemorialgarden.org. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr., 529-1111.

Saturday Stories Apr 9, 16, 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 Apr 7, 14, 10:30am Thu. For kids of all ages and their parents. Free. lincolnlibrary.info. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 753-4900.

SCIENCE

Friday Night Star Parties Apr 8, 15, 8-10pm Fri, 8-10pm Fri. Hosted by John Martin. Presentation and viewing of skies. Enter observatory from southeast corner, Brookens Library. Free. Weather questions, 206-8342 at 7pm or UIS Observatory on Twitter. University of Illinois at Springfi eld, 206-6073.

NATURE

Bluebird Program Apr 13, 6:30pm Wed. John Rogers presents on the Eastern Bluebird, other birds that nest in bluebird boxes, nest box management and more. springfi eldaudubon.org. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 E. Clear Lake Ave., 544-2473.

Elkhart Hill Wildflower Nature Walks

Apr 9, 16, 10am, 2pm Sat. Guided walks on Elkhart Hill. Hosted by Elkhart Historical Society. Leave message for reservations at 947-2238. Elkhart.

LECTURES & MEETINGS

Adventurer John Lynn Apr 10, 2pm Sun. Adventurer John Lynn of Peoria shares stories from his 1,000- mile bicycle adventure along the “Mountain Route” of the Santa Fe National Historic Trail. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 753-4900.

Fiction about African American and Bi-Racial Experience in Contemporary America Apr 15, 7pm Fri. Award-winning fi ction writer Danielle Evans reads from her debut collection of short stories, Before You Suffocate Your Own Fool Self. Free. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 206-6073.

Breakfast Optimist Club Apr 8, 15, 7am Fri. Every Friday. Visitors welcome. 217-546- 5021. Atonement Lutheran Church, 2800 W. Jefferson St., 546-7646.

Capital City Toastmasters Apr 13, 20, 12-1pm Wed. Weekly meeting. Develop communication and leadership skills to foster greater selfconfi dence. Visitors welcome. 131-3356.toastmastersclubs. org. Illinois Department of Transportation, 2300 S. Dirksen Parkway.

Central Illinois Numismatic Association Apr 14, 7pm Thu. Monthly meeting. Public invited. Knights of Columbus Hall Council 4175, 2801 West St., 528-5740 .

Fifth Annual Student Technology, Arts and Research Symposium Apr 14-15, 4-7pm Thu, 9am- 9pm Fri. UIS undergraduate and graduate students present their research and creative activities through short talks, poster presentations, art exhibitions and musical performances. Free to public. uis.edu. 217-206- 8358. University of Illinois at Springfi eld, 206-6073.

Human Trafficking in the Springfield Area Apr 7, 5:30pm Thu. Discussion as part of the 2016 Human Rights Celebration sponsored by Church Women United. 217-629-8881. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 S. Grand Ave. W., 525-1866.

Money Management Essentials Series Apr 12, 5:30-7:30pm Tue. Presentation is “Coming of Age” Social Security, what’s it all about?” Free dinner and childcare provided. RSVP, PastorSilasJohnson@yahoo. com. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, 2208 Kansas St., 544- 1424.

The Rotary Club of Springfield Apr 11, 5:30-7pm Mon. Presentation by Rod Mattocks on Twelve Baskets Full, a charitable organization that distributes medications around the world. Complimentary for prospective Rotarians. springfi eldilrotary.org. 217-793- 1710. Maldaner’s, 222 S. Sixth St., 522-4313.

BULLETIN BOARD

APL New Volunteer Orientation Apr 9, 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, volunteer@apl-shelter.org. 217- 544-7387. Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, 544-7387.

APL Upscale Collectible Sale Apr 9, 8-11am Sat. Upscale Collectible Sale, 1650 Wabash, Suites B, C & D, 544-7387.

Avenue Association Meeting Apr 7, 6:30-7:30pm Thu. Monthly meeting. All welcome. Free. avenueassociation.com. Goodenow (Former Lincoln Library), 719 N. Grand Ave. E., 638-1938.

Child Abuse Prevention Month Kick-off Event Apr 7, 10-10:30am Thu. Hosted by Prevent Child Abuse Illinois, the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and partners. Free. Illinois State Capitol, Capitol and Second St.

Memorial’s Hospice Gala Apr 9, 6pm Sat. Evening of dinner, music, auctions and entertainment. Keynote speaker is Don Yaeger. $85 per person. Tickets available through Apr 4. memorialmedical.com/ Memorial-Medical-Center- Foundation. 217-788-4700. Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Pkwy, 529-7777. Run, Walk, Bike, Skate Club Apr 7, 14, 5:45-6:45pm Thu. Scheels, 3801 S. MacArthur, 726-6330.

Spring Lawn and Garden Sale Apr 9-10, 8am-5pm Sat, 8am- 4pm Sun. Free. 217-474-5735. Illinois State Fairgrounds Exposition Building, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

Springfield Jaycees Lawnmower Clinic Apr 9, 9am-1pm Sat. Annual community event offers the opportunity to have lawnmowers serviced at an affordable price. 217-341- 2969. O’Reilly Auto Parts, 1321 N. Dirksen Pkwy, 522-8430.

Starting Your Business in Illinois Apr 7, 6-8pm Thu. For prospective business owners. Information on preparing a business plan, fi nancing a business, legal forms, registering a business name, taxes, more. Free. Registration, 544-7232. LLCC Capital City Training Center, 130 W. Mason, 786-2200.

Toxic Charity Conference Apr 8-9, 11-5:30pm Fri, 8am- 1pm Sat. Two-day conference led by Bob Lupton, author of “Toxic Charity” and “Charity Detox.” Learn how to think about charity from a whole new perspective. $10 per day, $20 both days. 217-553-4629. South Side Christian Church, 2600 S. MacArthur, 525-0304.

HISTORY

Hammer In Apr 9-10, 10am-4pm Sat- Sun. Nationally-known blacksmiths demonstrate and discuss historic and modern blacksmithing methods. Featured demonstrator Dorothy Stiegler. Registration required. lincolnsnewsalem.com. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 632-4000.

HEALTH

Healing Cancer From Inside Out Apr 12, 6:30-8pm Tue. Reviewal and discussion of the effectiveness and risks of conventional medical cancer treatments. Sponsored by Springfi eld Vegetarian Association. Free. 217-546-9171. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 753-4900.

FAITH & PHILOSOPHY

Women of Faith: A New You Apr 9, 9am-3pm Sat. Keynote speaker: Mrs. Peggy Lewis- LeCompte. Presenters Mrs. Kathy Torrance and Rev. Joye Perry. $20. kumler.org. Kumler United Methodist Church, 600 N. Fifth St., 523-2046.

SPORTS & FITNESS

CCHC 5th Annual 5K Apr 9, 9am-1pm Sat. $25 adults, $10 kids 3-12, free to kids under 3. More information, centralcounties.org 217- 788-2310. Washington Park Playground, 1021 South Grand Ave., 217-753-6225.