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BOOKS & AUTHORS

Author Vince Churchill Jul 16, 12-4pm Sat. Book signing for Vince Churchill’s seventh book, an illustrated superhero/horror book called Midnight Eternal. Free. Killen Enterprises, 1650 Wabash Ave., 726-5801.

Brown Bag Book Discussion Jul 19, 12-1pm Tue. Gangland Chicago: Criminality and Lawlessness in the Windy City by Richard C. Lindberg. Bring lunch. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 N. Sixth St., 558-8844.

Coffee House Writing Rituals Jul 15, 9:30-11:30am Fri. Social hour meet and greet designed to cultivate inspiration for writers. Second and third Fridays of month. $5-10 donation. 217- 899-5247. Edgar’s Coffee House, 87 W. Plummer, Chatham, 391-7628.

Poets in the Parlor: John McCarthy Jul 17, 2-3pm Sun. John McCarthy, author of Ghost County, poems that chronicle life in the Midwest. Free. vachellindsay.org. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St., 524- 0901.

SPW Open Mic Jul 20, 6-8pm Wed. 217-725-9058. Robbie’s, 4 S. Old State Capitol Plaza, 528-1901.

THEATER & COMEDY

Comedian Blind Stein Jul 16, 8:30pm Sat. $12, $14. donniebscomedyclub.com. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 3455 Freedom Dr., 391- JOKE.

Hello Dolly! Jul 15-17, 21-23, 8pm Fri-Sun, 8pm Thu-Sat. The story of a meddlesome widow who strives to bring romance to several couples and herself in a big city restaurant. $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.

Outside Mullingar Jul 15-17, 7:30pm Fri-Sat, 4pm Sun. Starring Aasne Vigesaa, James Daniels, Tom Lawton and Sherri Mitchell. $18 adults, $16 seniors and students. hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.

Sister Act Jul 14-17, 7pm Wed-Thu, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun. Broadway musical-comedy based off the hit fi lm starring Whoopi Goldberg. Score by Alan Menken features disco, Motown and Broadway. $23-30. atthelegacy.com. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence, 800-838-3006.

Sweeney Todd Jul 14-17, 8:30pm Thu-Sun. Dark comedy about a barber who returns to London after an exile of many years. Tickets: $12-14 reserved, $6-10 lawn. themuni.org. The Muni, 815 E. Lake Dr., 793-MUNI.

Word Play!

Jul 15, 7:30-9:30pm Fri. For fans of Hollywood Game Night. Play fun word games, enjoy photo booth and other games. Food for purchase. Ages 21+ BYOB. $10. decaturarts.org. LOFT 125, Madden Arts Center, 125 N. Water St., Decatur, 423-3189.

MUSIC:

GENERAL EVENTS

Jazz in Bloom Jul 16, 6-9pm Sat. Gala event features live music by Rob Killam Quintet, food and beverages, silent and live auction. $60 per person including food and drinks. Reservations, dana-thomas.org. 217-788-9452. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence Ave., 782-6776.

Land of Lincoln Chorus Jul 17, 6pm Sun. Weekly Concert in the Park. Sponsored by the Pilot Club of Jacksonville. Free. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.

Levitt AMP Music Series Jul 15, 22, 5:30-9pm Fri. Familyfriendly 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.

Mark McKnight Jul 14, 12-1pm Thu. Solo percussionist performs at the Artist on the Plaza concert series produced by the Springfi eld Area Arts Council. Free. springfi eldartsco.org. 217-753- 3519. Old State Capitol Plaza, Between Sixth and Fifth streets at Adams.

Musical Medley Variety Show Jul 17, 2-7pm Sun. Show features Dixieland, Big Band, Ragtime Piano and Western Swing. Sponsored by Juvae Jazz Society in support of the Central Illinois Jazz Festival. $35, includes buffet lunch. juvaejazz.com. 217-877-4527. Decatur Conference Center & Hotel, 4191 US 36 West, Decatur.

DANCE

Illinois Chapter Po.L.K. of A. Dance Jul 17, 2-5:30pm Sun. Music by Larry Hallar. $9 members, $10 non. illinoischapterpolkofa.org. 217-726-0181. Riverton KC Hall, 401 S. Fourth St., Riverton.

Kevin Turner Jul 15, 8-11pm Fri. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 546-9515.

ART & ARCHITECTURE

Canvas and Cocktails Jul 15, 7-9:30pm Fri. Bring and enjoy wine, cheeses and desserts while painting. $25 includes supplies and instruction. springfi eldart.org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Community Garden Art Jul 22, 18, 4:30-7pm Fri and Mon. 217-331-2027. Springfi eld YMCA Gus & Flora Kerasotes Branch, 4550 West Iles Ave., 679-1625.

Natural Forms Jul 14-15, 21-22, 12-7pm Thu-Fri, Jul 19, 26, 10am-5pm Tue, Jul 20, 27, 12-12am Wed. Featuring work from local artists Catherine Flynn and Rick Taylor plus the Springfi eld Bonsai Society. Free. springfi eldart.org. SAA Collective Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St., 544-2787.

FILM & TELEVISION Movie in the Park: Goosebumps Jul 15, 7pm Fri. 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. 217-544-1751. Rotary Park, Iles Avenue and Archer Elevator Road.

CHILDREN’S CORNER

Kids Day at the Market Jul 20, 3-5pm Wed.

Farmers market scavenger hunt, kid-friendly activities with genHkids and YMCA, storytime, live music, touch and feel fruits and veggies. Free. Old State Capitol Farmer’s Market, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.

NATURE

Establishing Wetland and Prairie Habitats Jul 14, 6:30-8pm Thu. INPS member Mary Lou Lael discusses the restoration process transforming part of her farm into wetlands and prairie. Free. illinps.org. 217-971-1615. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 E. Clear Lake Ave., 544-2473.

LECTURES & MEETINGS

Springfield League of Women Voters Jul 20, 5:30-7pm Wed. Help organize renewed local League of Women Voters presence, plan local voter services activities for the November 2016 election. lwvil.org. 708-828-5391. INCIL Conference Room, Suite 501, 5th Floor, Myers Bldg., 1 W. Old State Capitol Plaza, 525-1308.

Talk with Your Mouth Full Jul 20, 6-8pm Wed. Learn basic sign language while eating spaghetti. Hosted by Our Vibrant Community. $5. ourvibrantcommunity.com. 217- 331-2027. The Spaghetti Shop, 1869 Sangamon Ave., 788-0781.

BULLETIN BOARD

2016 American Legion Hiring Event Jul 15, 11am-2pm Fri. Hiring event for veteran job seekers and military spouses. Veteran preview 10-11am. Hosted by The American Legion, Department of Illinois and others. Free. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 800- 745-3000.

Heroes of the Heartland Jul 14, 6-9pm Thu. Celebration of local heroes and fundraiser to support services provided by the Red Cross. $100. 217-450-7360. Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Pkwy, 529-7777.

Springfield Christian Women’s Connection Luncheon Jul 20, 11am-1pm Wed. “Adventurous” luncheon. Speaker Barbara Hoffner asks “Are You Ready For Adventure?” $15. 217-787-8246. Northfi eld Inn Suites and Conference Center, 3280 Northfi eld Dr., 523- 7900.

Starting Your Business in Illinois Jul 20, 1:30-3:30pm Wed. 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, 544-7232. Capital City Training Center, 130 W. Mason.

Trench Warfare Presentation Jul 14, 6:30pm Thu. Presentation by Dr. Mark DePue, head of the presidential library’s oral history program. Free. Reservations, PresidentLincoln. illinois.gov. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 N. Sixth St., 558-8844.

Troy Roark Jul 19, 12-1pm Tue. Local juggler presents family-oriented show at Artist on the Plaza, the biweekly series produced by the Springfi eld Area Arts Council. Free. springfi eldartsco.org. 217- 753-3519. Old State Capitol Plaza, Between Sixth and Fifth streets at Adams.

Vaccine Conference Jul 15, 8:30-11:30am Fri. Breakfast and education program features a presentation about the End Polio project with Rotary featuring D’Ann Campbell. Hosted by Springfi eld Rotary clubs and Sangamon County Medical Society. Free. scmsdocs.org. Memorial’s Center for Learning and Innovation, 228 W. Miller, 545- 6314.

FOOD

IL Products Farmers Market Jul 14, 4-7pm Thu. IL produce and IL made products. Theatre in the Park with Cats, Hill Prairie Winery and Wild Blossom, Cooper StrEATside Bistro, Springfi eld Clinic Dietetics. Free. agr.state.il.us. 217-524-3297. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

New Berlin Farmer’s Market Jul 14, 4-7pm Thu. Second and fourth Thursday of each month from May through Oct 13. Free admission. nbacdl.org. 717- 4408. Wabash Park, New Berlin.

Old Capitol Farmers Market Jul 16, 20, 3-6:30pm Wed, 8am-12:30pm Sat. 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

‘My Old House’ Tea Jul 16, 12:30-3pm Sat. Three-course afternoon tea with a serving of history. Librarian Gwenith Podeschi explains the history behind old homes and how to do research on your own house. $35. Reservations, PresidentLincoln.illinois.gov. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 N. Sixth St., 558- 8844.

Parlor Pastimes with Lincoln Jul 15, 22, 1-2pm Fri. 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.

HEALTH

Walk to End Alzheimer’s Recruitment Event Jul 18, 4-6pm Mon. Get involved with the Alzheimer’s Association, sign up for 2016 walk. 217-801-9352. Hope Pavilion at Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St., 788-2310.

SPORTS & FITNESS

Annual Spooner Softball Tournament 2016 Jul 15-17. Games played Friday night through Sunday. Food, refreshments available. 217- 529-1174. Anchor Boat Club, 407 East Lake Shore Dr.

Bark at the Park Jul 17, 5:05-8:30pm Sun. Bring your leashed dog to the Springfi eld Sliders vs DuPage Drones baseball game. Meet adoptable dogs and cats in APL’s Mobile Pet Adoption Center. Admission. apl-shelter. org. 217-544-7387. Robin Roberts Stadium, 1415 N. Grand Ave. E., 753-0700.

MMRD/CCH Fresh Meat Program Jul 19, 7-9pm Tue. New skaters practice with Mayhem and Hooligan roller derby skaters every Tuesday night, allowing them to learn quickly about the sport plus roller derby culture and community. Bring mouthguard. MidStateMayhemRollerDerby. com. $5 admission; gear rental for $5. Skateland South, 1500 Recreation Dr., 546-4543.

Sixth Annual Kids Triathlon Jul 16, 7-11am Sat. Packet pick-up: 7am. Mini-Tri (ages 5-6): 8:30am. Triathlon (ages 6-13): 8:45am. Presented by HSHS St. John’s Hospital, Scheels and Springfi eld Tri Club. spitriclub.com. $25. 217-814- 4308. Nelson Center, 1601 N. Fifth St., 525-2589.