Holiday Happenings

Flag Retirement Ceremony Jun 11, 10am. Retire your no longer serviceable American fl ags in this ceremony. Free. Roselawn Memorial Park, 1735 S. Camp Butler Road, 525-1661.

Fairs & Festivals

55th Annual International Carillon Festival Jun 9-10, 6:30-8:30pm Thu-Fri. 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.

75th Annual Midwest Charity Horse Show Jun 14-18, 11am and 6:30pm daily. One of the premier horse shows in the US. Features more than 600 horses. Free. Coliseum. midwestcharity. com. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

Ansar Shrine Classic Car Show Jun 12, 9am-3pm. Registration from 9am to 12pm. Judging at noon; awards to follow. Food available for purchase. $15 participant entry free. Spectating is free and open to public. Lincoln Park, Fifth Street and Sangamon Avenue, 544-1751.

Chatham American Legion Homecoming Jun 9-11, 5pm-12am Thu-Fri, 12pm- 12am. Three-day old-fashioned street festival with food, beverages, live music, carnival rides, family fun, more. Parade at 2pm on Saturday. Free. chathamlegion.com. 217-483- 4084. Chatham Town Square, 101 W. Mulberry, Chatham.

Fourth Annual Rock the Block Jun 17, 5-8pm. Celebration of the revitalization of the Enos Park neighborhood and the dedication of a new feature in Springfi eld’s only sculpture garden. Live music, kids’ activities, food vendors. Free. president@epnia.com. Enos Park Sculpture Garden, Enos Avenue between 7th and 8th streets, 572- 1500.

Route 66 Blue Carpet Corridor Jun 11-12, 8am-5pm Sat, 8am-3pm. Experience Route 66 attractions, museums and historic sites plus festivals, rides, food, car shows, historical tours/presentations, children’s activities and more. bluecarpetcorridor.org. Blue Carpet Corridor, Offi ce at 112 North Side Square, Carlinville, 618-307-5049.

Sangamon County Fair Jun 15-19, 7am Wed-Thu, 7am Sun- Fri. Carnival, contests, nationally recognized entertainment, agricultral exhibits, more. $5-25. 488-2685. sangcofair.com. Sangamon County Fairgrounds, northwest edge of town, New Berlin.

Books & Authors

Annual Summer Book Sale Jun 10-11, 10am-6pm Fri; 10am-4pm. Hosted by Friends of Lincoln Library. Shop hundreds of reasonably priced, used books. Free admission. lincolnlibrary.info. 217-753-4921. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 753-4900.

Author Paul K. McDevitt Jun 15, 10am-12pm. Book talk on All Came Home, a true story based off Paul’s father’s letters home to his family during WWII. Free. Prairie Skies Public Library, 555 Buckeye Road, Pleasant Plains, 626-1553.

Former Senator Adlai Stevenson III Jun 16, 6pm. Former U.S. Senator and author Adlai Stevenson III discusses The Black Book, a compilation of his family’s political anecdotes and lessons. Book signing at 6pm; Discussion and questions at 6:30pm. Free. Reservations, PresidentLincoln.Illinois.gov. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St., 782-5764.

Poets in the Parlor: Maureen Bocka Jun 12, 2-3pm. Maureen Bocka, author of First name Barbie, last name Doll and former assistant managing editor of The Alchemist Review and Uproot magazine. Free. vachellindsay.org. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St., 524- 0901.

SPW Open Mic Jun 15, 6-8pm. 217-725-9058. Robbie’s, 4 S. Old State Capitol Plaza, 528-1901.

Spoken Word

Praise Fest 2016 Jun 11, 10am-4pm. Instrumental and vocal workshops at 10am. Ensemble exhibition at 1pm plus performances, more. Donation $15 adults, $5 ages 12 and under. kingofkingsil.com. 217- 525-2337. The State Journal Register, 1 Copley Plaza, 788- 1326.

South Pacific Jun 17-19, 22, 8:30pm Fri- Sun, 8:30pm. Two Americans fi nd love in the South Pacifi c during WWII. Directed by John Sivak. Tickets: $12-14 reserved, $6-10 lawn. themuni. org. The Muni, 815 E. Lake Dr., 793-MUNI.

The Dixie Swim Club Jun 10-11, 8pm Fri-Sat, 8pm. Comedy about 5 women whose friendships began on their college swim team. Play focuses on 4 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.

Dance

Juke House Jun 10, 8-11pm, Fri. Playing the Friday night dance. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 546-9515. Music: General Events

An Evening with Savion Glover and Jack DeJohnette Jun 18, 8pm. A tour de force of percussion and rhythm by Tony Award-winning tap dancer, choreographer and actor Savion Glover and Grammy winnng jazz drummer Jack DeJohnette. $49+. sangamonauditorium.org. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 206-6160.

Dual Piano Jun 17-19, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm. Piano act by Springfi eld musicians Mark Gifford and Damien Kaplan. $18 adults, $16 students and seniors. hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.

Edwin Gehlbach Jun 14, 12-1pm Tue. Park of Springfi eld Area Arts Council’s Artist on the Plaza free summer concert series. springfi eldartsco.org. 217-753- 3519. Old State Capitol Plaza, Between Sixth and Fifth streets at Adams.

Marina V Concert Jun 10, 17, 5:30-9pm. Levitt AMP Music Series. Family-friendly live music, vendors and food every Friday in June and July and the fi rst Saturday in August. Bring blankets or chairs. Free. jacksonvilleil.org. Downtown Jacksonville, Central Park, Jacksonville, 243-5678.

Paul Summers Jun 12, 6pm. Weekly Concert in the Park. Sponsored by the Pilot Club of Jacksonville. Free. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.

Peter Frampton Jun 11, 8pm. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 800- 745-3000.

Springfield Area Youth Jazz Band Jun 9, 12-1pm. Part of Springfi eld Area Arts Council’s Artist on the Plaza lunchtime concert series. Free. 217-753- 3519. Old State Capitol Plaza, Between Sixth and Fifth streets at Adams.

Springfield Municipal Band Jun 12, 7:30-9:15pm. Free concerts at the Selvaggio arches featuring contemporary and traditional wind ensemble music performed by local musicians. 217-652-4371. Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St., 753-0702.

Art & Architecture

ArtLiterations Jun 16, 5:30-7pm. Featuring artist Jed Leber and poet Shatriya Smith. Cool jazz by Mark Russillo and The Pastrami Combo. Free. springfi eldart.org. SAA Collective Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St., 544-2787.

Christine Samoore Reception Jun 10, 6:30-8:30pm. Appetizers, beverages provided. Free. Prairie House Custom Frames, 2833 S. Sixth St., 523-4415.

Hard Candy Opening Reception Jun 10, 6-8:30pm. Two-person exhibition that extends a sustained sensory experience by artists Rebecca Murtaugh (New York) and Allison Reimus (Chicago). Free. demoprojectspace.com. DEMO Project, 732 N. Fourth St., 523- 2631.

Night Fishing Opening Reception Jun 17, 5:30-7:30pm. Curated exhibition by local artist Michael Houser featuring work by artists from Illinois and New Mexico. On display through July 2. Free. springfi eldart.org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Second Saturdays Shop Hop Jun 11, 1-3pm. Guided shop hop and art walk to 13 specialty downtown shops. Free. downtownspringfi eld.org. 217-544-1723. Studio on 6th, 215 S. Sixth St., 522-8006.

Translations Jun 9-16, 12-7pm Thu-Sat, 10am-5pm Tue-Wed. Mixedmedia exhibition features photography by David Brodsky, sculptural objects by Jed Leber and detailed line drawings by Corrin Smithson McWhirter. On display through June 16. Free. springfi eldart.org.SAA Collective Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St., 544-2787.

Film & Television

Free Films - Best Of Route 66 Jun 9, 6:30-8pm. 217-725- 9058. Z Bistro, 220 S. Sixth St., 522-4049.

Movie in the Park: Minions Jun 17, 7pm. Movie begins at dusk. Part of Springfi eld Park District’s 2016 Free Concert and Movie Series. Bring lawn chair or blanket. Concessions for purchase. Free. springfi eldparks.org. Comer Cox Park, Capitol Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, 544-1751.

Third Annual Jewish Film Series Jun 9, 7pm. Showings of award-winning fi lms from around the world designed to appeal to a multicultural, multigenerational audience. This week’s fi lm is Dough, a comedy-drama. $7 per ticket, $5 series pass. shalomspringfi eld.org. 217- 787-7223. Capital City Bar & Grill, 3149 S. Dirksen Pkwy, 529-8580.

Children’s Corner

Once Upon a Time Under the Sea Jun 11, 2pm, 6pm Sat. Children’s ballet includes mermaids, pirates and sea creatures on a whimsical adventure set deep in the ocean. $15 adults, $10 ages 13 and under. Pre-show party 30 minutes prior for $5. hcfta. org. 553-4475. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.

Read for the Win Jun 13, 10-11am. Test the power of a winning mind with Dr. G’s BrainWorks games. Free. pspld.com. 217-626- 1553. Prairie Skies Public Library District, 125 W. Editor St., Ashland, 476-3417.

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

Scheels Kids Club Jun 13, 6-7pm. Kids ages 4-12 celebrate dad by making a special Father’s Day gift. Free. Scheels, 3801 S. MacArthur, 726-6330.

Nature

Butterflies, Moths and Bees Presentation Jun 16, 5-6pm. Experts explain why butterfl ies, months and bees matter and how to attract them to your garden. Brief garden tour and refreshments to follow. dana-thomas.org. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence Ave., 782-6776.

Garden Sale Jun 10, 9am-1pm. Bird feeders, garden books, clay pots, other garden-related items for sale. Hosted by University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener volunteers of Sangamon and Menard Counties. Free. web.extension. illinois.edu. University of Illinois Extension, 700 S. Airport Dr., 782-4617.

Managing Oak Wilt Jun 9, 6:30-8pm. Presentation by Guy Sternberg, past president of the International Oak Society for the Central Chapter of the Illinois Native Plant Society. Free. ill-inps.org. 217-971-1615. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 E. Clear Lake Ave., 544-2473.

Environment

Grow Springfield Garden Education Program Jun 10, 5:30-6:30pm. Family friendly program titled “Rain Barrels: Catch what you can.” Explore the numerous benefi ts  of collecting rainwater. Free. growspringfi eld.org. 217- 528-1563. Butler Elementary School, 1701 S. MacArthur Boulevard, 525-3201.

World Ocean Day Jun 11, 10am-4pm. Learn how our actions at home can make a difference for our oceans. Zoo admission. springfi eldparks.org. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., 585-1821.

Lectures & Meetings

AARP Chapter 195 Jun 13, 1pm. Program features staff and critters from the Henson Robinson Zoo. Plant sale before and after speakers. Business meeting 2pm. 679-6686. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 546-9515.

Breakfast Optimist Club Jun 10, 7am. Every Friday. Visitors welcome. 217-546- 5021. Atonement Lutheran Church, 2800 W. Jefferson St., 546-7646.

Camera Club Jun 16, 7pm. First and third Thursdays, 7pm. Visitors always welcome. For more information, call 546-5021 or email hrm1935@aol.com. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St., 528-3407.

Capital City Toastmasters Jun 15, 12-1pm. 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 Jun 9, 7pm. Monthly meeting. Public invited. Knights of Columbus Hall Council 4175, 2801 West St., 528-5740.

East Springfield Community Center Commission, Inc. Jun 15, 6:30pm. Presentation on proposed community center on the east side of Springfi eld. Free to public. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 753-4900.

Land of Lincoln Water Gardening and Koi Society Monthly Meeting Jun 9, 6:30-8:30pm. Discussion of dynamics and options for large and small container water gardens. Free. 217-726-8216. Douglas Avenue United Methodist Church, 501 S. Douglas Ave., 546-4631.

The Rotary Club of Springfield Jun 13, 5:30-7pm. Presentation by Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs. Complimentary for prospective Rotarians. springfi eldilrotary. org. 217-793-1710. Maldaner’s, 222 S. Sixth St., 522-4313.

TranSupport Group Jun 16, 6:30-8:30pm. Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence Ave., 528-5253.

Bulletin Board

35th Annual Pride Picnic Jun 18, 5-9pm. Hosted by Coalition of Rainbow Alliances (C.O.R.A.L.). Meat, potato salad, slaw, baked beans and beverages provided; please bring side dish. Free. More information, 741-7739. Shelter Number 7, Lincoln Park, Fifth Street and Sangamon Avenue, 544-1751.

APL New Volunteer Orientation Jun 11, 11am-12pm. Jun 15, 6-7pm Wed 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. Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, 544-7387.

Business After Hours Jun 16, 4:30-7pm. Connect with other area professionals and gain exposure for your business in a casual atmosphere. $5 chamber members, $15 non. 217-525- 1173. Lake Springfi eld Marina, 17 Waters Edge Blvd, 483- 3625.

Chantily Lace First Reunion Jun 11, 6-10pm. Free. donniebscomedyclub.com. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 3455 Freedom Dr., 391-JOKE.

Run, Walk, Bike, Skate Club Jun 9, 16, 5:45-6:45pm. Scheels, 3801 S. MacArthur, 726-6330.

Titan Fuel Shrimp Boil Jun 16, 5-8pm. $50 per person. chathamschools.org. 217-483-2416. Piper Glen Golf Club, 7112 Piper Glen Dr., 483-6537.

Food

IL Products Farmers’ Market Jun 9, 4-7pm. Features include IL High School Rodeo Night, Fox Creek Vineyards, Ed Clark, Cooper’s StrEATside Bistro, cooking demos, Spfl d Clinic Dietetic Services. Free. agr.state.il.us/nightmarket. 217-524-3297. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

Local Flavors Dinner Jun 16,. Local Flavors events occur on the third Thursday of each month from June through October and feature seasonal ingredients sourced directly from local farmers. buyfreshbuylocalcentralillinois. org. Maldaner’s, 222 S. Sixth St., 522-4313.

New Berlin Farmer’s Market Jun 9, 4-7pm. Second and fourth Thursday of each month from May through Oct 13. Free admission. nbacdl. org. Wabash Park, New Berlin, 717-4408.

Old Capitol Farmers Market Jun 11, 8am-12:30pm. Jun 15, 3-6:30pm. 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.

History

Heart of Jacksonville Car Show Jun 11, 9am-3pm. Register your car or be a spectator at the car show. Judged show, complimentary coffee and doughnuts, live music by Geezer. jacksonvilleil. org. Downtown Jacksonville, Central Park, Jacksonville, 243-5678.

Mr. Lincoln’s Hometown Civil War Roundtable Jun 16, 7pm. Guest speaker is Ms. Carolyn Koehler on “The Story of Camp Butler.” Free to public. 217-546-8065. The Lincoln Depot, 930 E. Monroe St.

Parlor Pastimes with Lincoln Jun 10, 1-2pm. Discover etiquette and activities that 19th century families practiced in the parlor; learn how Mr. Lincoln adjusted to parlor culture from his upbringing in a one-room log cabin. Free. Edwards Place, Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Quilted Keepsakes Quilt Show Jun 9-12, 14-18, 21-22, Sun. 10am-5pm Tue-Sat, 1-5pm. 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.

Summer Frolic Jun 18, 9am-4pm. Periodclothed interpreters celebrate frontier heritage with demonstrations plus “Sheep to Shawl” program, World Wide Knit in Public Day site, more. lincolnsnewsalem.com. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 632-4000.

Auditions

The Visitation of Mary Lincoln Jun 11-12, 7-9pm Sat-Sun. Roles available for 3-4 women, 2-3 men. edwardsplace.org. Edwards Place, Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Health 

DBSA Central Illinois Support Group Jun 14, 6:30-8pm Tue. 217-816-8523. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St., 528- 3407.

Relax and Renew Jun 14, 12-12:30pm Tue. Gentle stretching, guided meditation and refl ections that highlight using the mind-body connection to enhance health and well-being. Free. st-johns. org. 217-814-4308. Chapel Annex, St. John’s Hospital, 800 E. Carpenter St., 544-6464 x75537.

Faith & Philosophy

Baha’i Devotions Jun 12, 12-1pm. Readings from Baha’i scripture, prayers and music. Held second Sunday every month. Free. 217-546- 9171. Springfi eld Bah·’Ì Center, 1131 S. Eighth St., 544-9595. Sports & Fitness

Bob Martin Memorial Pickleball Tournament Jun 11-12, 12am Sat-Sun. Hosted by the Illinois Pickleball Association. Register to play, free to watch. ilpbagofetch@ gmail.com. Tennis courts, Sacred Heart-Griffi n High School, 1200 W. Washington, 787-1595.

Push/Pull Competition Jun 18, 1-3pm. Deadlift and bench press competition. $25 single event, $40 both. springfi eldymca.org. 217-544- 0004. YMCA, 701 S. Fourth St., 544-9846.

Sangamon County Fair 5K Jun 11, 8am. 3.1-mile kick-off walk/run for the Sangamon County Fair. Ages 10 and up. Registration, $30. sangcofair. com. Sangamon County Fairgrounds, northwest edge of town, New Berlin.