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Fairs & Festivals

Craft Brew Fest 2016 Aug 6. jacksonvillemainstreet.com. Jacksonville Downtown, Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, 243-5678.

Decatur Celebration Aug 5-7, 12am-9:30pm Fri-Sun. Family street festival with carnival, live music, parade, food, kids’ block and more. Free entry. decaturcelebration. com. Downtown Decatur, 160 E. Main St., 423-4222.

Jacksonville Main Street’s Art Fair on the Square Aug 5-6, 4-8pm Fri, 9am-3pm Sat. Fine art by regional artists, children’s tent, food, more than 30 vendors, live music, more. jacksonvillemainstreet.com. 217- 883-3511. Jacksonville Square, 200 E. State, Jacksonville.

Powerlight Abe Lincoln Car Show Spectacular Aug 6, 8am-4pm Sat. Ground display includes Staab Harley hearse, Justin Allgaier #7 Brandt show car. Air displays include hot air balloon demo. Car show features all makes, models. Spectators free. $15 judged, $10 display. Facebook. com/abelincolncarshow. 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. Preview night features replica Back To The Future Delorean demo, hot air balloon night glow, more. 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 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 Aug 4-7, 8:30pm Thu-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 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.

Shrek the Musical Aug 4-7, 12-14, 7:30pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun. Based on the DreamWorks Animation Motion Picture and the book by William Steig. Presented by the Summer Repertory Theatre at Blackburn College. blackburnsummerrep.org. Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Carlinville, 854-3231.

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.

Lance Lipinsky and The Lovers Aug 7, 5pm Sun. Showstopping live performance preserves the timeless tradition of the 1950s and 60s. $28, $30, $32. hcfta. org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523- 2787.

Levitt AMP Music Series Aug 6, 11am-4pm Sat. 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.

Matt Mifflin Aug 11, 12-1pm Thu. Local singer and songwriter. Part of the Springfi eld Area Arts Council’s Artist on the Plaza summer concert series. Free. springfi eldartsco.org. 217-753- 3519. Old State Capitol Plaza, Between Sixth and Fifth streets at Adams.

Music in the Park: Vinyl Bros and New City Road Aug 7, 2-6pm Sun. Part of Springfi eld Park District’s 2016 Free Concert and Movie Series. Classic and new country music by Vinyl Bros and New City Road. Bring lawn chair or blanket. Concessions for purchase. springfi eldparks.org. 217-544-1751. Douglas Park, 400 N. Macarthur Blvd.

Pam and Mark Fisher Aug 7, 6pm Sun. Weekly Concert in the Park. Sponsored by the Pilot Club of Jacksonville. Free. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.

Phil Steinberg Aug 5, 6-7pm Fri. The songs of Sinatra and more as performed by local vocalist Phil Steinberg. A First Friday event. The Cardologist, 627 E. Adams St., 525-4121.

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.

Songwriter Series: Stories and Songs Aug 6, 7pm Sat. Featuring local musicians Amy Benton and Tom Irwin plus Nashville songwriter Sally Barris. Proceeds support the the Amp Up the Arts campaign. Hosted by Springfi eld Area Arts Council. $20. hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.

Wild Columbine, Seraphim Concert Aug 12, 7-9pm Fri. Concert features traditional live music in support of the restoration and interpretation of Edwards Place. $20 or two for $30. edwardsplace.org. Edwards Place, Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Dance Pilot Club’s Dancing With The Stars Aug 6, 6-10pm Sat. Proceeds benefi t JHS Bowl Restoration. $25. jacksonvilleil.org. 370-2329. 217-243-5678. Hamilton’s, 110 N. East St., Jacksonville.

St. Andrew’s Society Aug 9, 12-1pm Tue. A Scottish dance performance. 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.

Art & Architecture

Be Charmed Downtown and

Meet the Artists Aug 5, 5-8pm Fri. Downtown shop hop. Studio on 6th, 215 S. Sixth St., 522-8006.

Considering Home Aug 5, 6-8:30pm Fri. Exhibition by contemporary ceramic artist and “Shapes of Infl uence” jurpr Erin Furimsky. On display through Sep. 3. Free. demoprojectspace.com. DEMO Project, 732 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 Aug 5, 9, 10, 11, 12-7pm Fri, 10am-5pm Tue, 10am-5pm 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.

Shapes of Influence Opening Reception Aug 5, 5:30-7:30pm Fri. Showcase by local ceramic artists features the best in contemporary ceramics. On display through Sep. 3. Free. springfi eldart.org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Film & Television

Free Films - Best Of Route 66 Aug 11, 6:30-8pm Thu. 217- 725-9058. Z Bistro, 220 S. Sixth St., 522-4049.

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

Back to School Bash Aug 8, 6pm Mon. Create a back-to-school project, learn how to make a healthy after school snack, learn back-to-school safety tips, giveaways, more. Hosted by Scheels Kids Klub with genHkids. Free. experience.scheels.com. Scheels, 3801 S. MacArthur, 726-6330.

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.

Walk at the Zoo Aug 6, 8am-12pm Sat. Hosted by West Central Illinois Breastfeeding Task Force in promotion and support of breastfeeding. Children’s activities from 8-10am, walk at 10:30am. Free. 217-553-7708. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., 585-1821.

Nature

Daylily Sale Aug 6, 12-3pm Sat. 217- 968-5882. Washington Park Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall, 1740 W. Fayette Ave., 546- 4116.

Environment

Illinois State Fair Aug 11-17, 7-12am Thu-Wed. So much to do we can’t list everything. Food, entertainment, midway, exhibits, more. agr. state.il.us/isf. Adults $7, $3 children and seniors. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

Lectures & Meetings

AARP Chapter 195 Aug 8, 1pm Mon. Presentation by Dan Parriott and Sarah Bloomfi eld, advance planning specialists with Butler Funeral Homes and Cremation Center. Business meeting at 2pm. 679-6686. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 546-9515.

Camera Club Aug 4, 7pm Thu. 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.

Overeaters Anonymous Aug 8, 15, 5:30pm Mon. 12- step meeting. Mondays. 217- 369-0386. Unity of Springfi eld, 417 Cordelia, 523-5897.

Overeaters Anonymous Aug 6, 13, 10am Sat. 12-step meeting. Saturdays. 217-369- 0386. First United Methodist Church, 2941 S. Koke Mill Road, 793-9760.

Vincent Speranza Aug 7, 6-8pm Sun. Hosted by the Springfi eld Newcomers and Neighbors Club. Free. 217- 737-5799. Piper Glen Golf Club, 7112 Piper Glen Dr., 483-6537.

Bulletin Board

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.

Run, Walk, Bike, Skate Club Aug 4, 11, 5:45-6:45pm Thu. Scheels, 3801 S. MacArthur, 726-6330.

Food

Anchor Boat Club Chicken Fry Aug 6, 12-11pm Sat. Fried chicken, drinks, live music by After Sunset. 217-529-1174. Anchor Boat Club, 407 East Lake Shore Dr.

Honor Flight Hog Roast Aug 6, 1-4pm Sat. Hog roast supports Land of Lincoln Honor Flight, Inc. Sponsored by the American Legion Riders and American Legion Auxiliary. Donations. 217-341-7521. American Legion Post 759, 206 W. Chestnut St., Chatham, 483- 4084.

IL Products Farmers’ Market Aug 4, 4-7pm Thu. IL produce, meats, and IL-made products. Lasata Winery, Dave Tell, Poe’s Catering. State Fair giveaways. 217-524-3297. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

New Berlin Farmer’s Market Aug 11, 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 6, 10, 17, 13, 8am- 12:30pm Sat , 3-6:30pm Wed. 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

Parlor Pastimes with Lincoln Aug 5, 12, 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

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

Faith & Philosophy

Radical Hospitality Aug 7, 10:30-11:30am Sun. Guest speaker Rev. Marcia Curtis, member of the steering committee of the Unitarian Universalist Prison Ministry of Illinois. Free. aluuc.org. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road, 585-9550.

Sports & Fitness

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 2016 Home Season Closer Aug 7, 4-8pm Sun. MidState Mayhem Roller Derby hosts the Confl uence Crush Smitten Kittens. Immediately followimg the bout, Capital City Hooligans will battle the Detroit Men’s Roller Derby. $10 advance, $12 door. midstatemayhemrollerderby. com. 217-341-7623. Skateland South, 1500 Recreation Dr., 546-4543.

MMRD/CCH Fresh Meat Program Aug 9, 16, 7-9pm Tue, 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.