FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Dawson Fireworks Celebration Jul 29, 4-11pm Fri. Music, dancing, food, clowns, face painting, balloons, games, Vose’s Corn Dogs, fi reworks at dusk and more. No pets or coolers. Free. Dawson Park, Ledlie Street, Dawson, 364-5975. Decatur Celebration Aug 5-7. Family street festival with carnival, live music, parade, food, kids’ block and more. Free entry. decaturcelebration.com. Downtown Decatur, 160 E. Main St., Decatur, 423- 4222.

Downhome Music, Beer and Art Festival Jul 29-30, 5pm Fri, 2pm Sat. Local bands playing original songs on multiple stages, 100 craft beers, local food vendors, kids area. $5. downhomemusicfest.com. Downtown Springfi eld.

Powerlight Abe Lincoln Car Show Spectacular Aug 6, 8am-4pm Sat. Car show features all makes, models. Spectators free. $15 judged, $10 display. 217-553-5271. Knights Action Park, 1700 Knights Recreation Dr., 546-8881. Powerlight Super Cruise Aug 5, 7pm Fri. Line up at 5pm in Fairhills Mall parking lot. Cruise via Chatham Road to Knights at 7pm. Rain or shine. Free. 217-553-5271. Knights Action Park, 1700 Knights Recreation Dr., 546-8881.

Roodhouse Sesquicentennial Aug 4-7, 4:30pm-12am Thu, 10am- 1am Fri-Sun. Car show, two stages of entertainment, demonstrators and craft vendors, quilt show, amusement rides, little miss pageant, historical museum, beer tent, BINGO, more. Free. enjoyroodhouse.com. Roodhouse Park, Franklin Street, Roodhouse.

THEATER & COMEDY Cats Aug 5-7, 8pm Fri-Sun. Musical about a tribe of cats called the Jellicles. Directed by Mark Wheeler. $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. Nice Work If You Can Get It Jul 29-31, Aug 3-7, 8:30pm Fri-Sun, 8:30pm Wed-Sun. Musical set in the 1920s features great dance numbers, unlikely love story. Tickets: $12-14 reserved, $6-10 lawn. themuni.org. The Muni, 815 E. Lake Dr., 793-MUNI.

OLIVER! - A Musical by Lionel Bart Jul 29-31, Aug 5-7, 7:30-10pm Fri- Sat, 2-4:30pm Sun. Classic musical version of Charles Dickens’ Oliver Twist. $10 adults, $5 children. playhouseonthesquare.net. Playhouse on the Square, 68 E. Central Park, Jacksonville, 491-3977.

Ramona Quimby Jul 29-31, 7pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun.

Play is presented by Active and Creative Teen Theatre under the support of Springfi eld Theatre Centre. $10. hcfta. org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.

The Boys from Nantucket Jul 29-31, 8pm Fri-Sat, 4pm Sun.

An original musical written by Ken Bradbury starring Jim Yale and John Love. $18 adults, $16 students and seniors. hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.

MUSIC:

GENERAL EVENTS

Amy Benton Aug 4, 12-1pm Thu. Local recording artist performs original work. Part of Springfi eld Area Arts Council’s Artist on the Plaza concert series. Free. springfi eldartsco.org. 217-753-3519. Old State Capitol Plaza, Between Sixth and Fifth streets at Adams.

Clint Black Jul 29, 8pm Fri. Intimate concert with American singer, songwriter, musician Clint Black. $49, $59. springfi eldpc3. com. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 800-745-3000.

Keith Jones Jul 31, 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 29, Aug 6, 5:30-9pm Fri, 11am-4pm Sat. 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.

Rogers and Nienhaus, Tom Irwin Aug 5, 8pm Fri. Rogers & Nienhaus features two former members of The Byrds, Firefall and The Nicolette Larson Band.

Doors at 7pm. $15 advance, $20 day of. atthelegacy.com. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence, 800-838-3006.

Springfield Municipal Band Jul 31, 7-8:30pm Sun. 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.

Theresa O’Hare Flute Studio Jul 28, 12-1pm Thu. Local fl ute students perform as part of the biweekly 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.

DANCE Kevin Turner Jul 29, 8-11pm Fri. Playing the Friday night dance. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 546-9515.

Salsa Nights Jul 30, 9pm-12:45am Sat. Dance Salsa, a mixture of Rumba, Mambo, Latin Jazz and other genres. Also dance Merengue and Bachata. $3 cover. Omar’s Latin Fusion Restaraunt, 6901 Preston Dr., 415-5568.

ART & ARCHITECTURE

Culture of Images Jul 28-30, 9am-5pm Thu-Fri, 10:30am-3pm Sat. Juried exhibition by Minnesotabased photographer Chris Faust. Features work from 26 phototgraphers including several from central Illinois. Free. springfi eldart.org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631. Jacksonville Main Street’s Fine Arts Festival Aug 5-6, 3-7pm Fri, 9am-3pm Sat. Fine art by regional artists featuring pottery, woodcarving, jewelry, metalwork, photography, paintings, more. Plus kids’ activities, craft brew festival, gallery hop, live music, other activities. jacksonvilleil.org. Downtown Jacksonville, Central Park, Jacksonville, 243-5678.

Natural Forms Jul 30, Aug 3, 6, 10, 12-7pm Sat. 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.

Trunk Show Jul 30, 10am-5pm Sat. Handturned pens and accessories by local artist Mary Boesdorfer. bluedoorart.com. The Blue Door, 3259 W. Iles, 753-0262.

FILM & TELEVISION Film Screening Jul 30, 2pm Sat. Showing of Manzanar: One Camp, Ten Thousand Lives; One Camp, Ten Thousand Stories. Plus living history demonstrations at 9:30 and 11:30am, a Junior Ranger activity and more. Free. Lincoln Home Visitors Center, 426 S. 7th St., 492-4150. Movie in the Park: Norm of the North Aug 5, 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. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., 585-1821.

CHILDREN’S CORNER Civil War Tech - Bite the Bullet Aug 6, 10-11am Sat. Ages 8-12 take part in a period medical demonstration that illustrate the science and beliefs at work during Civil War surgeries. Free. presidentlincoln.illinois.gov. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 N. Sixth St., 558- 8844.

Play It Safe Jul 28, 4-6:30pm Thu. Safetyrelated demonstrations and activities plus exciting prizes at all Illinois National Bank locations. Free. illinoisnationalbank.com. 217-747-8642. INB - Wabash Branch, 3150 W. Wabash Ave., 747-8700.

Youth Baseball Clinic Jul 30, 9-11am Sat. Major League Baseball players such as Jack Clark and Fergie Jenkins teach young players baseball fundamentals and life skills. Free. Complimentary lunch to follow. mlbpaa.mlb.com. 217-528-7533. Robin Roberts Stadium, 1415 N. Grand Ave. E., 753-0700.

SCIENCE ISM Research & Collections Center Tour Jul 30, 9am-4pm Sat. Behindthe-scenes tour takes attendees through collections storage spaces. Meet museum experts. Children’s activity before and after tour. bit.ly/ismrcctour. 217- 782-5949. Illinois State Museum Research & Collections Center, 1011 E. Ash St., 785-0037.

LECTURES & MEETINGS

Breakfast Optimist Club Aug 5, 7am Fri. Every Friday. Visitors welcome. 217-546-5021. Atonement Lutheran Church, 2800 W. Jefferson St., 546-7646. Camera Club Aug 4, 7pm Thu. First and third Thursdays. Visitors always welcome. For more information, call 546-5021 or email [email protected]. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St., 528-3407.

Capital Area Woodworkers Club Meeting Aug 2, 6:30-8pm Tue. Regular monthly meeting. Program is “Stacking Shelf System” presented by David Kalaskie. Visitors welcome. cawspi. org. Free. 217-553-0097. MCL Cafeteria, 2151 Wabash Ave., 787-8706.

Overeaters Anonymous Aug 1, 8, 5:30pm Mon. 12-step meeting. Mondays. 217-369- 0386. Unity of Springfi eld, 417 Cordelia, 523-5897. Overeaters Anonymous Jul 30, Aug 6, 10am Sat. 12-step meeting. Saturdays. 217-369- 0386. First United Methodist Church, 2941 S. Koke Mill Road, 793-9760.

Project Rachel Aug 2, 7pm. Monthly safe, supportive, confi dential gathering of post-abortive women. Springfi eld Right To Life Center, 323 E. Monroe St., 523-2700. Sertoma Club Aug 1, 12pm Mon. Noon, fi rst and third Monday of every month. More information, 546- 2782. Hibachi Grill Supreme Buffet, 2309 S. MacArthur Blvd., 698-6033.

BULLETIN BOARD

Annual Iris Sale Jul 30, 1-4pm Sat. Featuring iris in a variety of heights and colors. Hosted by Sangamon Valley Iris Society. Free. Washington Park Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall, 1740 W. Fayette Ave., 546-4116.

APL Pet Adoption Jul 30. Cats available 11am- 3pm; dogs available 12-3pm. apl-shelter.org. 217-544-7387. Petsmart, 3183 S. Veterans Pkwy, 698-3091.

APL Pet Adoption Jul 31. Cats available 11am-3pm; dogs available 12-3pm. apl-shelter.org. 217- 544-7387. Petsmart, 3183 S. Veterans Pkwy, 698-3091.

DAR Ice Cream Social Aug 4, 5:30-7:30pm Thu. Delicious desserts, big band entertainment. Free admission, small price for desserts. jacksonvilleil.org. 243-5678. Governor Duncan Mansion, 4 Duncan Place, Jacksonville, 245-2626.

Inaugural Car Show Jul 30, 3-6pm Sat. Featuring vintage cars and motorcycles 25 years and older. Hosted by the Central IL Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America. Free to vehicles, spectators. Roberts Automotive, 4440 Wabash Ave., 408-4869. Run, Walk, Bike, Skate Club Jul 28, Aug 4, 5:45-6:45pm Thu. Scheels, 3801 S. MacArthur, 726-6330.

FOOD IL Products Farmers’ Market Jul 28, 4-7pm Thu. Illinois produce, meat and Illinoismade products. Illinois State Fair Kick-off Night, Willett’s Winery, West of Wise Winery, Ed Clark, Coleman’s Concessions, Springfi eld Clinic Colon & Rectal. Free. 217-524-3297. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661. New Berlin Farmer’s Market Jul 28, 4-7pm Thu. 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 Aug 3, 10, 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 17th Annual Springfield Indian Artifact Show Jul 30, 8am-2pm Sat. Sponsored by llinois State Archaeological Society. Free. Route 66 Hotel & Conference Center, 625 E. Saint Joseph St., 529-6626. Parlor Pastimes with Lincoln Jul 29, Aug 5, 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.

River Country Quilt Show Jul 30-29, 10am-5pm Sat-Fri. Beautiful quilts on display by central Illinois quilters. jacksonvilleil.org. 602-0426. Jacksonville High School, 1211 N. Diamond St., Jacksonville, 243-4384.

HEALTH

Be a Healthy Athlete Aug 3, 6:30-8:30pm Wed. Registered dietitian Amanda Figge on the importance of fueling your body for optimal performance along with Diane Hillard-Sembell M.D. and athletic trainer Jon Wiezorek on athletic injury prevention and recovery. Free. springfi eldclinic.com. Springfi eld Clinic East, 1025 S. Sixth St., 528-7541.

DBSA Central Illinois Support Group Aug 2, 9, 6:30-8pm Tue. 217- 816-8523. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St., 528- 3407.

FAITH & PHILOSOPHY

Eco Camp 2016 Graduation Jul 31, 10:30-11:30am Sun. Graduation ceremony and recap of ALUUC’s Harry Potter-themed ecology camp classes, activities, learning and fun. Free. aluuc. org. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road, 585-9550.

SPORTS & FITNESS 5K Fun Run/Walk Jul 30, 8:30am Sat. Hosted by Theatre in the Park. Registration begins at 7:30am. $20 adult, $10 children under 12. theatreinthepark.net. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 632-4000. Insane Inflatable 5K Aug 6, 8:30am Sat. 5K fun run contains world’s largest, most extreme infl atable obstacles. $54-100. Registration, insaneinfl atable5k.com. Centennial Park, Bunker Hill Road and Lenhart Road, 753- 0700. MMRD/CCH Fresh Meat Program Aug 2, 9, 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.

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