FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Clayville Art Fair Aug 26, 10am-5pm Sat. Second annual fair includes numerous artists and various media including paint, watercolor, photography, pottery and more. Donations. clayville.org. 481- 4430. Clayville, Route 125, Pleasant Plains, 572-4984.

Clayville Cruise-in Car Show Aug 26, 11am-4pm Sat. Cruise from New Salem to Clayville at 10:30am. Car show and judging from 11am-4pm. $15 for exhibitors, free to public. clayville.org. 725-7355. Clayville, Route 125, Pleasant Plains, 572-4984.

Lincoln Balloon Festival Aug 25-26, 4-11pm Fri, 6:30am- 11pm Sat. Hot air balloon festival features balloon fl ights, tethered balloon rides, kids’ zone, live entertainment, food for purchase, and more. Daily admission: $5 adults, free to ages 12 and under. lincolnillinois.com. Logan County Airport, 1351 Airport Road, Lincoln, 732-6400.

Mt. Auburn Farmer’s Picnic Aug 24-26, 4pm Thu-Fri, 7am Sat. Annual event features a carnival, live entertainment, food, parade at 11am Saturday, and much more. Theme: “A great place to live.” Mt. Auburn.

Old Capitol Blues and BBQ Aug 25-26. Annual blues music and BBQ competition. Managed by The Alamo and Central Illinois Blues Club. $5 adults, free to ages 12 and under. downtownspringfi eld.org. Old State Capitol Plaza, between Sixth and Fifth streets at Adams.

Summerfest Aug 26. Cookout. lakespringfi eld.org. DAV Club, 25 Club Area, 529-9725.

THEATER & COMEDY

Belly Laffs’ Joke Lab Aug 24, 7:30pm Thu. Limited to 10 performers. Free. Capital City Bar & Grill, 3149 S. Dirksen Pkwy, 529-8580.

Belly Laffs’ Sizzlin’ Summer Showcase Aug 26, 8pm Sat. Featuring some of the areas’ hottest comics. $5. Capital City Bar & Grill, 3149 S. Dirksen Pkwy, 529- 8580.

Comedy for Toys for Tots Aug 26, 8:30pm Sat. Featuring Jonnypants, Larry Smith, Jermey Hughes and Redd. $10. donniebs.com. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 3455 Freedom Dr., 391-JOKE.

Loose Lips Sink Ships Aug 24-26, 8pm Thu-Sat. Musical follows a group of young men in Wisconsin’s Sturgeon Bay who enlist in the armed forces following the attack on Pearl Harbor. $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.

The Wiz Aug 25-27, Sep 1-3, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun. Hit Broadway musical and recipient of seven Tony Awards. Directed by Craig Williams II. $18, $20. hcfta. org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.

MUSIC:

GENERAL EVENTS

Carillon Concert Aug 27, 30, 2-2:30pm and 6:30-7pm Sun and Wed. Enjoy a wide variety of classical, folk and popular music performed by a guest carillonist. Free. springfieldparks. org. Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, 1740 W. Fayette Ave., 546-3853.

Carillon Concert Aug 26, 2-2:30pm and 6:30- 7pm Sat. Enjoy the hits of the 1970s performed by master carillonist Carlo van Ulft. Free. springfi eldparks.org. Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, 1740 W. Fayette Ave., 546-3853.

Clayville Folk Music Festival Aug 26, 2-10pm Sat. Sixth annual folk music festival features two stages amplifi ed and unamplifi ed music. Food, soft drinks, beer, wine available. $5 per person or $20 per family. clayville.org. 725-6179. Clayville, Route 125, Pleasant Plains, 572- 4984.

Concerts in the Park Aug 27, 6pm Sun. Featuring Community Summer Band. Hosted by Pilot Club of Jacksonville. BYO blanket or lawn chairs. Free. 370-0414. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.

Route 66 Quartet Aug 24, 12-1pm Thu. Part of the Artist on the Plaza outdoor concert series presented by the Springfi eld Area Arts Council. Free. springfi eldartsco.org. 753- 3519. Old State Capitol Plaza, between Sixth and Fifth streets at Adams. The Perrys in Concert Aug 27, 6-7:30pm Sun. Concert by Dove Award-winning gospel singing family The Perrys. Free-will offering. First Christian Church of Petersburg, 210 S. Eighth St., Petersburg, 632-2533. Tom Irwin Aug 29, 12-1pm Tue. Part of the Artist on the Plaza outdoor concert series presented by the Springfi eld Area Arts Council. Free. springfi eldartsco.org. 753- 3519. Old State Capitol Plaza, between Sixth and Fifth streets at Adams. UIS Band Aug 28, 4-5:50pm Mon. Open to all students, faculty, alumni and community members. uis.edu. 206-6240. University of Illinois at Springfi eld, 206-6073.

UIS Chorus Aug 29, 7:30-9:30pm Tue. Open to all students, faculty, alumni and community members. uis. edu. 206-6240. University of Illinois at Springfi eld, 206-6073.

Up Close and Personal Tour Aug 25, 8pm Fri. Concert starring Ginuwine and Case. Hosted by DJ Captain. Featuring comedians Damon Williams, Kenny Howell and Maurice G. $29.99-89.99. theboscenter.com. Bank of Springfi eld Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 800-745-3000.

DANCE

Dance for Hope Aug 25, 7:30-10:30pm Fri. All styles of dance every fourth Friday of the month. danceforhope3111.com. Normandy Hill Plaza, 3111 Normandy Road, Suite 104, 522- 9106.

Kevin Turner Aug 25, 8-11pm Fri. Playing the Friday night dance. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 546-9515. Salsa Nights Dance Aug 26, 9pm-12:45am Sat. Kentucky Derby hat night. $4 per person. Omar’s Latin Fusion Restaraunt, 6901 Preston Dr., 415-5568.

Wanderers Aug 25, 7:30-10:30pm Fri. Open dance. $5. VFW 10302 Northenders, 2349 Stockyard Road, 523-7523.

ART & ARCHITECTURE

Annual Lawn Party Aug 26, 5-7pm Sat. Featuring cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. strawnartgallery.org. David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave., Jacksonville, 243- 9390. Layers Opening Reception Aug 26, 5:30-7:30pm Sat. Multimedia exhibition features the work of SAA Collective artists Debra Nickelson Smith, Rosalinda Post-Lucas and Katherine Pippin Pauley. On display through Oct 12. Free. springfieldart.org. SAA Collective Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St., 544-2787.

My Abstract Life Aug 24-31. Art exhibition by Jan Sorenson Hill. On display through Aug 31. Sangamo Club, 227 E. Adams St., 544-1793. Speaking in Decay Aug 24-26, 9am-5pm Thu-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat. Exhibition curated by Robert Mazrim and Corrin Smithson McWhirter features local and national artists working in a variety of 2D and 3D media. Free. springfi eldart.org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Washington Park Historic Photography Display Aug 26-27, Sep 2-31, 12-4pm Mon-Fri, 12-5pm Sat-Sun. Annual photo display features images of Washington Park dating back to the park’s creation in 1902. Free. springfi eldparks. org. Washington Park Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall, 1740 W. Fayette Ave., 546-4116.

CHILDREN’S CORNER

Make and Take Dog and Puppy Crafts Aug 24-25, 10:30-11:30am Thu, 1:30-2:30pm Fri. Use paper plates, paper bags, construction paper, markers to create art featuring dogs and puppies. $10, includes materials. pagetwosixtyone.com. 815-408- 1027. page261, 1340 State St. (Carriage House), 815-931-8841. Mama and Toddler Community Helper Crafts Aug 30-Sep 1, 10:30-11:30am Wed-Thu, 1:30-2:30pm Fri. Choose up to three crafts to complete, such as making a tool belt, creating a doctor kit and more. $10, includes all materials. pagetwosixtyone.com. 815-408- 1027. page261, 1340 State St. (Carriage House), 815-931-8841.

Mama and Tween Felt Ball Garland Aug 25, 7-9pm Fri. Create a unique felt ball garland. BYO snacks and drinks. $20 includes materials for parents and neonates. pagetwosixtyone.com. 815-408-1027. page261, 1340 State St. (Carriage House), 815- 931-8841.

LECTURES & MEETINGS

Adult Children of Alcoholics Aug 29, 5:15pm Tue. Weekly meeting. New attendees welcome. [email protected]. Discovery Club, 313 W. Cook St., 544-9049. GriefShare Aug 29, 6:30pm Tue. Nondenominational grief-recovery program utilizes video seminars, a workbook and a support group environment. Two-hour sessions weekly for 13 weeks. $15. 899- 9418. Trinity Lutheran School, 515 S. MacArthur, 787-2323. GriefShare Grief Recovery Program Aug 30, 6:30-8pm Wed. A 14- week program built around video seminars, a support group and a workbook. Cost of book. griefshare.org. Athens Christian Church, 1411 E. Route 29, Athens, 636-8463.

Prepare to Care Aug 30, 6-7:30pm Wed.

Learn about support and resources for family caregivers, including the fi ve steps that all family caregivers should take. Free. RSVP. AARP Springfi eld Offi ce, 300 W. Edwards St., 877- 926-8300. Springfield ICON Aug 28, 6:30-8:30pm Mon. Springfi eld Inner City Older Neighborhoods monthly meeting. Topics TBA. springfi eldicon.org. 528-9803. First Church of the Brethren, 2115 Yale Boulevard, 523-5212.

BULLETIN BOARD

Dare to Be Different Aug 24, 5-8pm Thu. Red carpet, trunk show, runway show and more in support of downtown revitalization and the Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault. $15-150 in adv; $35 at door. President Abraham Lincoln Hotel & Conference Center, 701 E. Adams, 544-8800.

Dog Days of Summer Event Aug 26, 10am-3pm Sat. Enjoy dog baths, nail trims, family portraits, homemade dog treats, doggie ice cream, hot dogs and popcorn in support of Sangamon County Animal Control. friendsofac.org. Tails to Remember, 3036 N. Peoria Road, 725-9511.

LHS Class of 1962 Reunion Aug 26. 55th class reunion. Call 725-2965 for more information. Lanphier High School, 1300 N. 11th St., 525-3080.

Loco-Motion Cruise-In and Car Show Aug 26, 11am-3pm Sat. Free to spectators; $10 donation per vehicle entry. chathamrailroadmuseum.org. 483-7792. Chatham Railroad Museum, 100 N. State St., Chatham.

FOOD

Bloody Mary Challenge Aug 27. lakespringfi eld.org. Ski and Boat Club, 268 Maple Grove Lane, 529-9090.

Downtown Jacksonville Farmers Market Aug 30, 4-7pm Wed. Every Wednesday May-Oct. Sponsored by Jacksonville Main Street. jacksonvillemainstreet.com. 245- 6884. Downtown Jacksonville, Central Park, Jacksonville, 243- 5678.

Illinois Products Farmers Market Aug 24, 31, 4-7pm Thu. Every Thursday. Shopping, health and wellness information, special focuses and more in a street party atmosphere. SNAP cards accepted. Free. agr.state.il.us/ nightmarket. Illinois State Fairgrounds, The Shed, 801 Sangamon Ave.

Jacksonville Farmers Market Aug 24, 26, 29, 31, 7am-12pm Tue. Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday through Oct. jaxfresh. org. Lincoln Square, Jacksonville,

Old Capitol Farmers Market Aug 26, 30, 8am-12:30pm. Shop local produce, meats, cheeses and more. Entertainment on Saturdays includes chef demonstrations, live performances, activities and more. Free admission. downtownspringfi eld.org. Downtown Springfi eld, Inc., 3 W. Old State Capitol Plaza, 544- 1723.

POLITICS

Precinct Captains Training Aug 30, 6:30pm Wed. Open to individuals interested in building grassroots support for Election 2018. Hosted by LCDems. 796- 3519. Wendy’s Restaurant, 2815 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln, 735- 1011.

HISTORY

19th Century Fashion Show Aug 26, 2-4pm Sat. Live runway show features stunning reproductions of 19th century men’s and women’s clothing. $12 SAA members, $15 non.

edwardsplace.org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

AUDITIONS

Edwards Place Murder Mystery Aug 26, 10am-12pm Sat. Roles available for 5-6 women and 3-4 men. No prior acting experience necessary. Performance dates: Oct 13-14, Oct 20 and possibly Oct 21. Free. edwardsplace.org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

FAITH & PHILOSOPHY

Different Songs, Same Spirit Aug 27, 4pm Sun. Worship event crosses denomination and ethnic lines. Featuring vocalists, praise dancers, youth groups, choirs, refreshments and more. Free-will offering. Miracle Temple Church of God In Christ, 1201 S. Pope St., 523-3209.

Ethics, Actions, Faith, and Belief Aug 25, 7-8pm Fri. A Baha’i perspective of how ethics and actions relate to faith and belief. Free. 546-9171. Springfi eld Baha’i Center, 1131 S. Eighth St., 544-9595.

The Spirituality of Resistance Aug 27, 10:30-11:30am Sun. Presentation by Rev. Martin Woulfe. Free. aluuc.org. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road, 585-9550.

SPORTS & FITNESS

Dan Adair, MD, Memorial Triathlon Aug 27, 7:30am Sun. Competitive and noncompetitive courses for adults and children of any age. Registration. Active.com. Gus and Flora Kerasotes YMCA, 4550 West Iles Ave., 679-1625.

Dog Jumping Competition Aug 25-27, 10am Fri, 9am Sat-Sun. DockDogs Dog Jumping Competition. Part of the Scheels Hunting Expo. scheels.com. Scheels, 3801 S. MacArthur, 726-6330. Fit for Life: Life Changing 10K Aug 26, 8am Sat. 10K run hosted by M & M Multisport Club. Registration. mmmultisport.com. Litchfi eld High School, 1701 N. State St., Litchfi eld, 324-3955.

Softball Tournament Aug 25-27. lakespringfi eld.org. Firefi ghters-Postal Lake Club, 940 W. Lake Shore Dr., 622- 0099.

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