Doctor Is In: Ask a Dietitian, Holiday Hibernation Nov 1, 6:30-8pm. Presentation titled “Ask a Dietitian, Holiday Hibernation” by registered dietitians Amanda Figge and Megan Klemm. Free. springfi eldclinic.com. Springfi eld Clinic East, 1025 S. Sixth St., 528-7541.

Weaving a Holiday Gift Nov 3-5, 12-9:30pm Fri, 8:30am-9:30pm Sat, 8:30am- 4pm Sun. Weave your own gift. Registration and deposit required. Call for details. $125. jubileefarm.info. Jubilee Farm, 6760 Old Jacksonville Road, 787-6927.

40th Annual International Festival Nov 3, 5-8pm. Complimentary ethnic food, live performances and cultural exhibits. Free admission. 206-6678. UIS Recreation and Athletic Center, 2171 University Dr., 206-6073.

Route 66 Film Festival Nov 3-4, 6:30pm-1am Fri, 12pm-1am Sat. Enjoy independent fi lms from around the world, meet fi lmmakers, and hear them discuss their fi lms. route66fi lmfestival.net. 364- 1005. Capital City Bar & Grill, 3149 S. Dirksen Pkwy, 529- 8580.

Ran Nov 3, 7pm. Film screening and discussion of the 1985 fi lm titled Ran, by Akira Kurosawa, which explores the human condition through a lens of feudal Japan. An ECCE Speaker Series presentation. Free. uis.edu. 206-8171. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 206-6073.

Learn From Lincoln, Live Like Lincoln Nov 3. Lincoln Heritage Museum, 1115 Nicholson Road, Lincoln, 735-7399.

Hope for the Holidays Nov 4-5, 10am-5pm Sat, 12- 4pm Sun. Fine art and craft fair featuring more than 22 local and out-of-state artists. Hope Presbyterian Church, 2211 Wabash Ave., 546-6951.

Project H.O.W.L. Nov 4, 1-3pm. Program about animals and their ecosystems for children age 10-12 highlights kitty care. $13 residents and members; $15 non. springfi eldparks.org. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., 585-1821.

The Great Russian Nutcracker Nov 4, 2pm and 7:30pm. Featuring 40 professional Moscow Ballet dancers, local youth dancers and choir, plus full musical accompaniment from the Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra. $10-65. millikin.edu. Kirkland Fine Arts Center, 1184 W. Main St., Decatur, 424-6318.

Throttle Time Nov 4-5. Try your hand at engineering a train. mrym.org. Monticello Railroad Museum, 992 Iron Horse Place, Monticello, 762-9011.

Springfield Civic Garden Club Nov 6, 9am. Monthly meeting features Dr. James Herkert on “Illinois Birds and Update of Illinois Audubon Society.” Free. 563-940-5735. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 533 S. Walnut St., 522-4415.

Abe’s Trail Trek Nov 11, 8:30am. 5K, 10K and half marathon distances through a historic venue with hills, scenic river views and an 1800s pioneer village. Registration. triharderpromotions.com. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 632-4000.

Little Flower Holiday Craft Bazaar Nov 11-12, 9am-4pm Sat, 10am-2pm Sun. Featuring more than 75 vendors offering hand-crafted items plus a concession stand and bake sale. Crafts for kids and pictures with Santa on Sunday. Donations. 529-4511. Little Flower Parish Center, 800 Stevenson Dr., 529-1606.

Springfield Jaycees Beerfest Nov 11, 2-8pm. Hundreds of beers to sample under one roof. $20. springfi eldjaycees. net. 210-1855. Illinois State Fairgrounds 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

Memorial’s Festival of Trees Gala Nov 11, 7-11pm. Blacktie event features the fi rst viewing of the 2017 Festival of Trees plus music and a silent auction. $100 includes hors d’oeuvres, wine, beer, soft drinks and dessert. memorialmedical.com. 788- 4301. Orr Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 725-8047.

Rebetiki Istoria: Greek Folk Ensemble Nov 11, 8pm. Greek folk ensemble specializing in rebetika, one of the most popular and controversial styles of Greek popular song. sangamonauditorium.org. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 206-6160.

Annual Autumn Coin Show Nov 12, 9am-4pm. Central Illinois Numismatic Association show with 70 dealer tables. $1 admission; CINA members and children under 17 free. 899-9996. Northfi eld Inn Suites and Conference Center, 3280 Northfi eld Dr., 523-7900.

Poets in the Parlor Nov 12, 2-3pm. Featuring Karen Craigo, author of the poetry collections No More Milk and Passing through Humansville. Free. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St., 524- 0901.

Mariachi Sol De México de José Hernández Nov 12, 7pm. Thirteenmember mariachi ensemble performs bright, splashy compositions led by mariachi master Jóse Hernàndez. sangamonauditorium.org. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 206-6160.

Festival of Trees Paint Night Nov 14, 4:30-8:30pm. Paint a piece of metal art exclusive to Memorial’s Festival of Trees and enjoy a sneak peek at 2017 festival designs. memorialmedical. com. 788-4301. Orr Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 725-8047.

Hope is the Thing with Little Clear Wings Nov 15, 6pm. Sustainability Week Keynote Address by Clay Bolt, a natural history and conservation photographer specializing in macro and close-up photography with an emphasis on invertebrates, reptiles and amphibians. An ECCE Speaker Series presentation. Free. uis.edu. 206-8171. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 206-6073.

Business After Hours Nov 16, 4:30-7pm. Monthly mixer provides a casual atmosphere conducive for networking. Hosted by the Greater Springfi eld Chamber of Commerce. $5 members, $15 non. business.gscc.org. 525-1173. Ace Sign Co., 2540 S. First St., 522-8417.

Christmas in the Park Nov 17-18, 4-8pm Fri, 9am-3pm Sat. Holiday craft sale features Christmas decorations, ornaments, hand-pieced pillows, small themed trees and plenty of Santas, snowmen and angels. Free. 626-1738. Country Place Condo Clubhouse, 1/2 mile east of Toronto Road and 1/2 mile north of North Cotton Hill Road.

Peculiar Inspirations: An Original Play Nov 17-18, 7:30-9pm. Play by modern Springfi eld writer Amy Lombard. Dessert reception to follow. $15 SAA members, $20 non. edwardsplace.org. Edwards Place, Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Stories of Springfield Nov 17-18, 7:30pm. Abraham Lincoln reminisces about the songs and stories of Springfi eld in this original theatrical production by Rose Serio. $20, wine and dessert included. edwardsplace.org. Edwards Place, Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631

The Polar Express Nov 17-19, 24-26, Dec 1-3, 8-9. Read along with the story as the train makes its roundtrip journey to the North Pole. mrym.org. Monticello Railroad Museum, 992 Iron Horse Place, Monticello, 762-9011.

Holiday Market - Cookie Walk Nov 18, 8am-2pm. Annual event featuring gift items and holiday cookies. Hosted by the Springfi eld Ceramics and Crafts Club. Springfi eld Ceramics and Crafts Club, 2626 S. Pasfi eld St.

Holiday Farmers Market Nov 18, Dec 16, 9am-5pm. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

Memorial’s Festival of Trees Nov 18-26, 10am-8pm Mon- Sat, 10am-5pm Sun. Nine-day holiday event featuring more than 200 artistically decorated trees and wreaths; Little Elves Workshop, Snapshots with Santa, live entertainment and more. $5 adults, $3 ages 3-12, free to ages 2 and under. MemorialsFestivalofTrees. com. 788-4301. Orr Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 725-8047.

Youth Orchestras Fall Concert Nov 20, 7pm. Concert by the Sangamon Valley Youth Symphony Junior Strings, Preparatory Orchestra and Sinfonia Orchestra. $10 adults, $5 students, free to ages 12 and under. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.

Christmas at Sugar Creek Nov 25, 10am-3pm. Featuring 60 vendors, lunch, bake sale, used book/CD sale and more. Free admission. 725-4359. Sugar Creek United Methodist Church, 1022 New City Road, Chatham, 622-7953.

Downtown Holiday Walks Nov 25, 29, Dec 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 5-8pm. Featuring visits with Santa, horse-drawn carriage rides, History Comes Alive programs, shopping and more. downtownspringfi eld. org. Downtown Springfi eld.

Handel’s Messiah Nov 25, 7:30-12pm. Springfi eld Choral Society performs Handel’s Messiah with orchestra. $15. springfi eldchoralsociety.org. 787-4868. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 815 S. Sixth St., 522-3342.

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Nov 27, 7:30pm. Concert created by Grammy Awardwinner Chip Davis features Mannheim Steamroller Christmas classics along with a selection of compositions from Davis’ Fresh Aire series. sangamonauditorium.org. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 206-6160.

Motown The Musical Nov 29-30, 7:30pm. Musical highlights Motown founder Berry Gordy’s journey from featherweight boxer to heavyweight music mogul. sangamonauditorium.org. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 206-6160.

Clayville Christmas Dec 2, 10am-4pm. Children’s store, visits with Santa, face painting, Christmas caroling and more. clayville.org. Clayville, Route 125, Pleasant Plains, 572-4984.

Winter Holiday Floral Show Dec 2-20, 12-4pm Mon- Fri, 12-5pm Sat-Sun. Forty-fourth annual show features a stunning display of poinsettias, tropical plants and decorated evergreens. Free. springfi eldparks.org. Washington Park Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall, 1740 W. Fayette Ave., 546-4116.

Lunch with Santa on the Train Dec 2-3. Enjoy a visit with Santa Claus while eating a kid-friendly sack lunch. Hosted by the Monticello Chamber of Commerce. mrym.org. Monticello Railroad Museum, 992 Iron Horse Place, Monticello, 762-9011.

Frostbite Festival 2M and 10M Dec 3, 9am. Choose from 2-mile or 10-mile out-andback course. Registration. srrc. net. FitClub West, 2811 W. Lawrence Ave., 787-1111.

Pilot Club Holiday Home Walk and Tea Dec 3, 1-5pm. Visit beautifully decorated homes sponsored by the International Pilot Club of Jacksonville. $15 in advance. jacksonvilleil.org. Downtown Jacksonville, Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, 243-5678.

Springfield Civic Garden Club Dec 4, 9am. Monthly meeting features Sandy Johnston on “Holiday Designs.” Free. 563-940-5735. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 533 S. Walnut St., 522-4415.

Student-Directed Scenes Dec 4-5. Performances by students enrolled UIS’s Directing for Theatre class. uis.edu. UIS Studio Theatre, One University Plaza, 206- 6160.

Project H.O.W.L. Dec 9, 1-3pm. Program about animals and their ecosystems for children age 10-12 highlights owl-ology. $13 residents and members; $15 non. springfi eldparks.org. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., 585-1821.

Photos with Santa Dec 9-22, 5-8pm Mon-Fri, 11am-6pm Sat-Sun. Meet and have photos taken with Santa. Free admission. No charge for photos taken with own camera; $5 for souvenir photo. springfi eldparks.org. Robin Roberts Stadium, 1415 N. Grand Ave. E., 753-0700.

Holiday Jazz Dec 9, 7:30pm. The Millikin University Jazz Sextet performs holiday classics with a jazzy swing. $10-25. millikin.edu. Kirkland Fine Arts Center, 1184 W. Main St., Decatur, 424-6318.

Caroling at the Carillon Dec 10, 4-5pm. Enjoy a roaring bonfi re and sing carols accompanied by the carillon bells. Refreshments provided. Free. carillon-rees. org. Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, 1740 W. Fayette Ave., 546-3853.

Business After Hours Dec 14, 4:30-7pm. Monthly mixer provides a casual atmosphere conducive for networking. Hosted by the Greater Springfi eld Chamber of Commerce. $5 members, $15 non. business.gscc.org. 525-1173. Hy-Vee, 2115 S. MacArthur Blvd, 726-1001.

Winter Camp Dec 22, 26-29, 7am-5:30pm. A Mon-Fri daycare solution for working parents and their kids ages 5-12. No camp Dec 25 or Jan 1. $25 per day residents, $28 per day non. springfi eldparks.org. 753- 2800. Nelson Center, 1601 N. Fifth St., 525-2589.

First Night Dec 31, 1-4pm and 5-11:15pm. Afternoon free activities for kids at Springfi eld High School. Evening music, dance and more at various downtown locations. Admission. springfi eldartsco.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.