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Holiday Happenings

A Spirited Stroll May 28, 1-4pm. Old-fashioned ice cream social and a tree tour of signifi cant trees in the cemetery. Plus welcome by Mayor Jim Langfelder, live music, children’s activities, more. Free admission. Oak Ridge Cemetery, 1441 Monument Ave., 789-2340.

Fairs & Festivals

55th Annual International Carillon Festival Jun 5-7, 9-10, 6:30-8:30pm. One of the worlds’ most prestigious carillon events. Bring picnic dinner, lawn chairs, blankets. Fireworks Friday at dusk. Free. carillon-rees.org. Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, 1740 W. Fayette Ave., 546-3853.

AADA Antique Show Jun 3-5, 10am-6pm Fri-Sat, 10am-4pm. Hosted by Antique Dealers Association of America. adadealers. com. 386-822-0557. Orr Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 725-8047.

Family Fun Day Jun 4, 10:30am-2pm. Live music, food, games. $5-25. lscacamp.org. Lake Springfi eld Christian Assembly, 1674 Lick Creek Lane, Chatham, 529- 2625.

Heritage Days Summerfest Jun 3-5, 5-11pm Fri, 4-11pm Sat, 11am-4:30pm. 11th annual festival hosted by Little Flower Parish. Three days of live music, kids’ games, chicken wing cook-off, other food plus chance to win mega-raffl e, more. Little Flower School, 900 Stevenson Dr., 529-4511.

SOHO Music Festival Jun 3-4, 5pm-12am Fri, 12pm-12am. Two-day fest features 60 local bands on 5 stages. Kids and family area offers games, 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, 785-9363.

Books & Authors

Author Charles B. Strozier May 26, 6pm. Book signing and discussion features Charles B. Strozier, author of the new book Your Friend Forever, A. Lincoln: The Enduring Friendship of Abraham Lincoln and Joshua Speed. Book signing 6pm, discussion 6:30pm. Free. Reservations, PresidentLincoln.Illinois. gov. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 N. Sixth St., 558-8844.

Michael Fenner Book Signing Jun 2, 6-8pm. Local surgeon and author signs copies of Crossing Denali, the story of his 25-day mountaineering expedition to the top of the continent. Free admission. crossingdenali. com. 217-883-7623. Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 3111 S. Veterans Pkwy, 546-9440.

Theater & Comedy

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee May 27-29, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm. Story of an eclectic group of six mid-pubescents as they compete in the spelling championship of a lifetime. $18 adults, $16 students and seniors. hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.

The Dixie Swim Club Jun 3-5, 8pm Fri-Sun. Comedy about 5 women whose friendships began on their college swim team. Play focuses on four post-college weekends spanning a period of 33 years. $15 adults, $13 seniors, $10 children under 12. theatreinthepark.net. Theatre in the Park, Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 632- 5440.

Treasure Island May 26-28, 8pm Thu-Sat. Original adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic pirate tale. Collaboration with LLCC. $15 adults, $13 seniors, $10 children under 12. theatreinthepark.net. Theatre in the Park, Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 632- 5440.

Music: General Events

Ben Bedford Concert May 26-27, 7pm Thu-Fri. Live folk music by a rising young singer in a gorgeous space designed especially for music by architectural genius Frank Lloyd Wright. $10. Tickets, dana-thomas.org. 217-744- 3598. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence Ave., 782- 6776.

Gospel Concert Instruments of Faith May 28, 6-8pm. Clementine Memorial Church, 2075 N. 11th St., 638-1648.

That Jazz! Handbell Pops Concert Jun 4, 7pm. Bells In Motion plays pops songs such as “In The Mood,” “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” and others on handbells and handchimes with drum and bass accompaniment. $15. bellsinmotion.org Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.

The Purple Xperience May 28, 8-10:30pm. Tribute to Prince with original Prince member Dr. Matt Fink. Admission. springfi eldpc3. com. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 800-745-3000.

Art & Architecture

Be Charmed Downtown & Meet the Artists Jun 3, 5-8pm. Every First Friday. Visit any of the selfguided tour stops and pick up your free wine glass charm. studioon6thart.com. Studio on 6th, 215 S. Sixth St., 522-8006.

Collaboration Opening

Reception Jun 3, 6-9pm. Pharmacy artists partner creatively with another artist member(s) to create something surprising, fun, interesting and innovative. Free. pharmacygallery.com. 801-810- 9278. The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space, 711 S. 5th St., 801- 810-9278.

CUBA! Opening Reception Jun 3, 5-7:30pm. Celebration of Cuban culture and the opening of CUBA! Exhibit features original Cuban paintings, sculptures and artifacts from private collections plus photographs by Sally McGuire and Virginia Kickle. Free. decaturarts.org. Anne Lloyd Gallery of the Madden Arts Center, 125 N. Water St., Decatur, 423-3189.

Not A Zentangle Party May 28, 1-3pm. Learn different doodle patterns inspired by sewing stitches and Native American symbols. Prior drawing experience not necessary. With artist Cathy Ganschinietz. $25. RSVP inspirespringfi eld.com Inspire, 221 S. 6th St., 836-3247.

Peony Canvas and Cocktails

May 27, 7-9:30pm. Bring a bottle of wine, cheeses or dessert to savor while making art in the studio. Free. Supplies included. Preregistration at springfi eldart.org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Children’s Corner

Civil War Tech - Germy Germs Jun 4, 10-11am. Ages 8-12 learn about the fascinating, gross lives of germs. Free. Reservations required. presidentlincoln.illinois.gov. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 N. Sixth St., 558- 8844.

Illinois Walk for Children Jun 4, 10am-12:30pm. 1-mile walk followed by superherothemed games for children ages 12 and younger. Meet Iron Man and Spiderman. illinoiswalkforchildren.org. 217- 522-1129. Springfi eld YMCA Gus & Flora Kerasotes Branch, 4550 West Iles Ave., 679-1625.

Kids Night Out West May 28, 6:30-9:30pm. Kids gym, swim, play games, make friends. Bring swim suit, towel, several dollars for concessions. $7 members, $10 public. springfi eldymca.org. 217-544- 9846. Springfi eld YMCA Gus & Flora Kerasotes Branch, 4550 West Iles Ave., 679-1625.

Lap Sit Stories May 30, 11am Mon. For babies 0-18 months and their parents. Free. lincolnlibrary.info. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 753-4900.

Monster Truck Nationals Jun 4-5, 7pm Sat, 3pm. “Fight to the Finish” tour features fi ve of the most colossal monster trucks in the world. $10-20, includes free Pit Party 2 hours prior to performance. MonsterTruckNationals.com Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

Read for the Win Jun 6, 10-11am Mon. Maggie Erdman and her amazing puppets (Maggienifi cent and her Puppets) kick-off a winning summer of programs at the library. Free. pspld.com. 217- 626-1553. Prairie Skies Public Library District, 125 W. Editor St., Ashland, 476-3417.

Saturday Stories May 28, Jun 4, 11am. Every Saturday. For kids of all ages and their parents. Free. lincolnlibrary.info. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 753-4900.

Thursday Stories May 26, Jun 2, 10:30am. For kids of all ages and their parents. Free. lincolnlibrary.info. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 753-4900.

Wild About Reading Jun 3, 6-7pm. Theme: Oceans. Ages 2+ enjoy a story, craft and animal visitor. $1 per child. Registration required. springfi eldparks.org. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., 585-1821.

Environment

Illinois Farm to School Summit Jun 7, 8:30am-3:30pm. Handson workshops for teachers, school food service personnel and farm to school advocates. Free. 708-660-9909. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2200.

Scheels Day at the Zoo Jun 5, 10am-6pm. Facepainting, kids’ tattoos, games, special events, more from 11am-2pm. Free admission all day. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., 585-1821.

Lectures & Meetings

Breakfast Optimist Club Jun 3, 7am. Every Friday. Visitors welcome. 217-546- 5021. Atonement Lutheran Church, 2800 W. Jefferson St., 546-7646.

Camera Club Jun 2, 7pm. First and third Thursdays, 7pm. Visitors always welcome. For more information, call 546-5021 or email [email protected]. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St., 528-3407.

Capital City Toastmasters Jun 1, 8, 12-1pm. Weekly meeting. Develop communication and leadership skills to foster greater self confidence. Visitors welcome. 131-3356.toastmastersclubs. org. Illinois Department of Transportation, 2300 S. Dirksen Parkway.

Church Women United Jun 2, 12pm. Annual luncheon and meeting. $10. 217-629- 8881. St. John’s Lutheran Church, 2477 W. Washington St., 793-3933.

Crisis Situations - Community Engagement May 26, 9:30am-3:30pm. Free. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2200.

Personal Assistant Employers Group May 31, 3-4:30pm. Support group for those with a disability that hire personal assistants. Free. scil.org. 217-523- 2587. Springfi eld Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 523-0427.

Bulletin Board

APL New Volunteer Orientation May 28, Jun 1, 6-7pm Wed, 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]. 217- 544-7387. Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, 544-7387.

APL Pet Adoptions May 28-29, 11am-4pm Sat, 11am-3pm. Cats and dogs available. apl-shelter.org. 217- 544-7387. Petsmart, 3183 S. Veterans Pkwy, 698-3091.

Blessing of the Boats May 28, 12pm. Lakeside assembly of boats at noon, ceremony 1pm. Keynote speaker Jim Langfelder. Free vesssel safety inspections, boating safety information. Rain date Monday May 30. Free. 217-971-4007. Springfi eld Elks Lodge #158, 409 E. Lake Shore Dr., 529-0158.

Mouse Races Jun 3, 6-10pm. Firefi ghters- Postal Lake Club, 940 W. Lake Shore Dr., 622-0099.

Run, Walk, Bike, Skate Club May 26, Jun 2, 5:45-6:45pm. Scheels, 3801 S. MacArthur, 726-6330.

Food

IL Products Farmers’ Market May 26, 4-7pm. Tourism Night plus August Hill Winery, Dave Tell, Cooper’s StrEATside Bistro, cooking demos, more. Free parking, admission. agr.state. il.us/nightmarket. 217-524- 3297. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

Old Capitol Farmers Market May 28, Jun 1, 8, 3-6:30pm Wed, Jun 4, 8am-12:30pm. Shop local produce, meats, cheeses, more. Enterainment on Saturdays includes chef demonstrations, live performances, activities, more. Free admission. downtownspringfi eld.org. Downtown Springfi eld, Inc., 3 W. Old State Capitol Plaza, 544- 1723.

Blues Brews & BBQ May 28, 4pm-12am. 217-971- 8658. TRN Club, 25 Lakewood Dr., Chatham, 483-9994.

History

Quilted Keepsakes Quilt Show

Jun 1-5, 7-8, 1-5pm Sun, 10am-5pm Wed-Sat, 10am- 5pm Tue-Wed. See antique quilt examples from the museum’s collection plus vintage and contemporary loaned pieces from private collections. $5 adults, $3 ages 12-18, free ages 11 and under. chmoorehomestead. org. C.H. Moore Homestead DeWitt County Museum, 219 E. Woodlawn St., Clinton, 935- 6066.

Health

Low-Vision Technology Fair Jun 2, 9am-2pm. See latest low-vision technology for reading, computers and adaptive vision aids. Presentations by health professionals, health screenings, complimentary lunch, more. Free. iltech.org. 217-522-7985. South Side Christian Church, 2600 S. MacArthur, 525-0304.

Faith & Philosophy

Death with Dignity Jun 5, 10:30-11:30am. Presentation by Rev. Martin Woulfe on the objectives and hurdles of achieving “death with dignity.” Free. aluuc.org. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road, 585-9550.

The End of Civilization As We Know It May 29, 10:30-11:30am. Rev. Tom Burdett considers “The end of days” from a personal viewpoint as well as from a political perspective. Free. aluuc.org. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road, 585-9550.

Sports & Fitness

Avenue Association Springfield Sliders Night Jun 2, 6:30-8:30pm. The Avenue: North Grand Improvement Association Night at the Springfi eld Sliders Game. $7. avenueassociation. com. Robin Roberts Stadium, 1415 N. Grand Ave. E., 753- 0700.

Brian McMillen Memorial Run/Walk May 28, 8am. Ninth annual 5K run/walk or 10K run. $20- 25 for 5K, $30-35 for 10K. More information, veterans. [email protected]. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2200.

Short Track TT Motorcycle Races May 28. World’s premier dirt track motorcycle racing series. amaproracing.com. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

SOHO 10K Race Jun 4, 8-11am. 10K-race takes runners along Sangamon Valley Trail beginning at Stuart Park and fi nishing at Centennial Park. Swag for registrants, post-race awards party, free SOHO pass for participants, more. $40-50. springfi eldsoho. org. Centennial Park, Bunker Hill Road and Lenhart Road, 753-0700.

Springfield Mile May 29, 12am. Motorcycles race a 1-mile oval track. $30 advance, $40 race week. Dealers $25 in advance. amaproracing.com. Illinois State Fair Grandstand, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.