•HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

Boo Bark Oct 7, 11am-2pm Sat. Springfield’s only Halloween party just for dogs. All dogs must be leashed. No puppies under four months. $3 for 1 dog or $5 for 2 dogs; $2 for costume contest. apl-shelter.org. 544-7387. Stuart Park, Winch Lane (north of Jefferson).

Boo Crew Haunted House Oct 6-8. Ranked in the top five scariest haunted houses in Illinois. Children’s matinee Oct 21. boocrew.com. Boo Crew Haunted House, 6500 Jett Road, Rochester, 502-9177.

Extreme Haunted Hayrides and Zombie Paintball Oct 6-7, 7pm Fri-Sat. Enjoy hearsepulled hayrides and/or mount a custombuilt paintball trailer to shoot at zombies and targets. Cash only: $10 or $15 for hayrides only; $20 for paintball only; $25 for combination ticket. riversidestable. com. Riverside Park, 4105 Sand Hill Road.

Holiday Craft Sale Oct 6-8, 9am-6pm Fri, 9am-4pm Sat. Featuring fall, winter and Christmas decor by local artisans. Free. Craft Studio - Salisbury, 5889 Grigsby Lane, Pleasant Plains, 626-1738.

Indian Knoll Pumpkin Patch and Farm Oct 8-9, 10am-5pm Sat, 12-5pm Sun. Wagon rides, face painting, barnyard games and animals, corn box and barrel tractor rides, fall treats and more. Open 10am-5pm Columbus Day. No admission fee; small charge for certain activities. indianknollpumpkins.com. Indian Knoll Farm and Pumpkin Patch, 2850 N.1000 E. Road, Mechanicsburg, 827-0317.

•FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Litchfield Pickers Market Oct 8, 9am-3pm Sun. Open-air market specializes in vendors featuring items prior to 1980. Plus live music, food, more. Free admission. visitlitchfield.com. Downtown Litchfield, 400 North State St., Litchfield, 866-733-5833.

LOESS Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show Oct 7-8, 10am-6pm Sat, 10am-5pm Sun. Mineral, fossil and gem dealers with demonstrations, displays, digs and more. Theme is “Wonders of the Ice Age.” $2 adults, $1 ages 65+, free to ages 12 and under. 622-3484. Orr Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 725-8047.

Mutt Strut Oct 7, 11am-2pm Sat. Pet walk and pet costume contest with complimentary vendor fair, food and more. $25 registration for walk. jaxbark.com. Jacksonville PetSafe Dog Park, 894 E. Vandalia, Jacksonville, 245-4178.

Susan Dana Antique and Art Fair Oct 7, 10am-4pm Sat.

Refreshments available. On the lawn behind the cottages on Lawrence, across from the Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence Ave., 782-6776.

Youth Charity Horse Show Oct 6-8, 8am-10pm Fri-Sat, 8am- 6pm Sun. Annual horse show features competitive showmanship and comradery from riders ages 18 and under. Free. youthcharityhorseshow. com. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.

•BOOKS & AUTHORS

Book Sale Oct 7-8, 8am-1pm Sat, 8:30- 11:45am Sun. Hosted by the Laurel United Methodist Church scholarship committee. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 S. Grand Ave. W., 525-1866.

•THEATER & COMEDY

Time Stands Still Oct 6-8, 7:30pm Fri-Sat, 4pm Sun. Play by Donald Margulies about an adventurous couple consisting of a photojournalist and a foreign correspondent. $28 adults, $18 students and seniors. hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.

•MUSIC:

GENERAL EVENTS

Music at the Museum: Bucky Halker Oct 12, 7pm Thu. Featuring labor music historian and songwriter Bucky Halker. $10 adults; $8 museum members and children under 12. ginridge.com. 558-6696. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 782-7386.

Piano Concert Oct 8, 2pm Sun. Concert featuring area pianists. Light refreshments to follow. Free. tallulachristianchurch.com. Tallula Christian Church, 311 North Yates Ave., Tallula, 634- 4431.

The Weight Band Oct 6, 8pm Fri. Songs of The Band performed by former members of The Band or individuals directly connected to their legacy. $28+. sangamonauditorium. org. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 206-6160.

•DANCE

Dance for Hope Oct 6, 7:30-10:30pm Fri. Latin dance night every first Friday of the month. danceforhope3111. com. Normandy Hill Plaza, 3111 Normandy Road, Suite 104, 522-9106.

VFW Dance Oct 6, 7:30-10:30pm Fri. 789- 4725. VFW 10302 Northenders, 2349 Stockyard Road, 523- 7523.

•ART & ARCHITECTURE

6x6 Art Raffle Oct 7, 5-8:30pm Sat. View art on 6x6 canvases created by artists of all ages, all skill levels and all media in support of the SAA Collective. $10. springfieldart.org. SAA Collective Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St., 544-2787.

Art Rocks Oct 5, 5:30-9pm Thu.

Local artists and musicians Josh Catalano, Clare Frachey, Patrick Russell and Jeff Williams showcase recent visual artworks and perform a small showcase of songs. Free. Christy Studios, 2501 W. Wabash, 546-0953.

First Friday Gallery Walk Oct 6, 5-7:30pm Fri. Featuring exhibitions, music and talks at the Madden Arts Center, Gallery 510 and other downtown locations. Free. decaturarts.org. Downtown Decatur, 423-7000.

Layers Exhibition Oct 5-7, 10-12. Featuring artworks by Debra Nickelson Smith, Rosalinda Post-Lucas and Katherine Pippin Pauley. Free. springfieldart.org. SAA Collective Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St., 544-2787.

Meet Custom Sewing Artist Ashley Mitts Oct 6, 5-8pm Fri. studioon6thart.com. Studio on 6th, 215 S. Sixth St., 522-8006.

Moonlight Market Series Oct 11, 6-9pm Wed. Featuring locally made goods by artists, craftsmen and makers. obedandisaacs.com. 522-3123. Jackson Street between Sixth and Seventh streets.

Opening Art Receptions Oct 7, 6-8pm Sat. Featuring “Woodturnings from the Heartland” by Steve Mawson and “Photographic Emulsion Lifts on Ginwashi Rice Paper” by Jeane Vogel. Gallery talk at 6:30pm. On display through Oct 29. Free. David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave., Jacksonville, 243-9390.

Paint Frida Kahlo Sugar Skull Oct 11, 7:30-9pm Wed. Celebrate the culture of the late Frida Kahlo, renowned modernistic Mexican artist. Hosted by Our Vibrant Community. $25 includes movie, instruction and supplies. 331-2027. Track Shack, 233 E. Laurel St., 522-0444.

Sangamon Watercolor Society Exhibition Opening Oct 6, 5:30-7:30pm Fri. Featuring local watercolor artists. On display through Oct 20. Free. springfieldart.org. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

The Big Picture: Large-Scale Paintings Oct 5-12, 9am-4:30pm Mon-Sat, 12-4:30pm Sun. Exhibition showcases abstract and figurative large-scale paintings. $5 adults; free to members, youth, seniors, military, veterans. Free. illinoisstatemuseum.org. 558- 6696. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 782-7386.

•FILM & TELEVISION

Hidden Histories Oct 6, 4pm, 7pm Fri. Touring program of short narrative films about Japanese American incarceration during WWII. Panel discussion to follow 7pm screening. Free. uis. edu. 206-8171. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 206-6073.

Return to Spoon River Oct 7, 2pm Sat. Showing of documentary-type film based on the Spoon River Anthology by Edgar Lee Masters. $3 per person. Arlee Theater, 139 S. Main St., Mason City, 482- 9999.

Short Films Oct 12, 6:30-8pm Thu. View award-winners and favorites from past Route 66 Film Festivals. Free. Food available for purchase. route66filmfestival.net. 544- 3611. Z Bistro, 220 S. Sixth St., 522-4049.

The Pleasure Trap Oct 10, 6:30-8pm Tue. Video featuring Doug Lisle, PhD, offers insights into the evolutionary factors that make us susceptible to dietary and lifestyle excesses and how to overcome them. Hosted by the Springfield Vegetarian Association. Free. 546-9171. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 753-4900.

•CHILDREN’S CORNER

Healthy Kids Running Series Oct 8, 4pm Sun. Positive, educational and fun introduction to running for ages 2-14. 50-yard dash, 75-yard dash, 1/4-mile, 1/2-mile and 1-mile options available by age. $35 for five Sundays, Sep 24- Oct 22. Registration, runsignup. com/hkrswilliamsvilleil. 725-5968. Williamsville Park, Williamsville.

Parents Night Out Oct 7, 6-8:30pm Sat. Kids age 6-12 play, swim, dance and enjoy story time. Bring your swim suit. Pajamas welcome. Pizza available $1 per slice. $10 members, $20 public. springfieldymca.org. Gus and Flora Kerasotes YMCA, 4550 West Iles Ave., 679-1625.

Pumpkinpalooza Super Saturday Oct 7, 11am-3pm Sat. Learn about pumpkins through games, activities and crafts. $5 adults; free to members, youth, seniors, military, veterans. illinoisstatemuseum.org. 558- 6696. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 782-7386.

•SCIENCE

Family Beekeepers of Illinois Oct 5, 7-8:30pm Thu. Meeting of new group dedicated to supporting and educating both beekeepers and nonbeekeepers alike. Free. 972-1960. Taylorville Fire Department, 202 N. Main St., Taylorville, 824-2295.

Friday Night Star Parties Oct 6, 8-10pm Fri. Presentation and viewing of skies hosted by John Martin. Free. Weather questions, 206-8342 at 7pm or UIS Observatory on Twitter. UIS Brookens Library, One University Plaza, 206-6633.

•NATURE

Bird Hikes Oct 7, 8-9:30am Sat. Led by volunteer birding expert Kevin Veara. Open to birders of all experience levels. Binoculars recommended. Free. lincolnmemorialgarden.org. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr., 529-1111.

•LECTURES & MEETINGS

2017 Lincoln Legacy Lecture: Lincoln and Education Oct 12, 7pm Thu. Lectures by UIS Professor Michael Burlingame, Illinois Wesleyan Professor Emeritus Robert Bray and veteran Springfield educator Paula Shotwell. An ECCE Speaker Series presentation. Free. uis.edu. 206-8171. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 206-6073.

AARP Chapter 195 Oct 9, 11am Mon. Speaker Gary Hurley of CWLP Energy Services Office at 1pm. Business meeting at 2pm. Lunch available for $6. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 546-9515.

Adult Children of Alcoholics Oct 10, 5:15pm Tue. Weekly meetings every Tuesday. New attendees welcome. [email protected].

Discovery Club, 313 W. Cook St., 544-9049.

Central Illinois Numismatic Association Oct 12, 7pm Thu. Monthly meeting. Knights of Columbus Hall Council 4175, 2801 West St., 528-5740.

Financial Peace University Oct 11, 6:30-7:30pm Wed. Nine-week Dave Ramsey program takes participants through the basics of budgeting, dumping debt, planning for the future and more. $102.30. daveramsey. com. Athens Christian Church, 1411 E. Route 29, Athens, 636- 8463.

Financial Peace University: FLEX Oct 8, 6:30pm Sun. Weekly meeting held every Sunday for nine weeks includes discussion, activities and accountability. Registration. daveramsey.com. Peace Lutheran Church, 2800 W. Jefferson St., 546-7646.

GriefShare Grief Recovery Program Oct 11, 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.

REBOOT Recovery Course Oct 11, 6-7:30pm Wed. Program helps helps combat veterans and their families heal from the moral and spiritual wounds of war. Free. athenschristian.net. Athens Christian Church, 1411 E. Route 29, Athens, 636-8463.

•BULLETIN BOARD

Cigars on the Terrace Oct 8, 3-7pm Sun. Day party featuring food, complimentary cigars, cash bar, and music by DJ Yinka and others. Free with RSVP. eventbrite.com. Bank of Springfield Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 800-745-3000.

Deep Rock Car Cruise Oct 7, 2-5pm Sat. Cruise on Old Route 66 with cars from 1930-1977. Rain date: Oct 14. [email protected]. 532-5253. Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center, 334 Old Rt. 66 North, Litchfield, 866-733-5833.

Estate Planning Seminar Oct 5, 9-11:30am Thu.

Presentation by three local estate planning specialists titled “If there’s a will ... it’s your way!” Reservations requested. Free. LLCCFoundation.org. 786- 2785. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2200.

Holiday Camps Oct 9, 8am-5:30pm Mon. One-day camps feature crafts, games, movies, sports and more. Geared for ages 5-22 with disabilities, but all are welcome. Bring a cold sack lunch. $20 per resident, $25 non. springfieldparks.org. Nelson Center, 1601 N. Fifth St., 525-2589.

Illinois Solar Tour Oct 7, 10am-3pm Sat. More than 125 solar-savvy home and business owners throughout the state open their doors to show off their solar. Hosted by the Illinois Solar Energy Association. Free. illinoissolartour.org. Illinois Solar Tour.

Ride in Honor Oct 8, 12pm Sun. Registration at noon. Ride at 1pm in support of the Gold Star Families Monument in Oak Ridge Cemetery. $10 riders, $5 coriders. RideinHonor.com. Staab Funeral Home, 1109 S. Fifth St., 528-6461.

Springfield Breweriana Bonanza Oct 7, 9am-2pm Sat. 19th annual beer can and brewery collectibles show. $2 admission. Route 66 Hotel & Conference Center, 625 E. Saint Joseph St., 529-6626.

Worldwide Photo Walk Oct 7. Socialize, capture images and share with likeminded fellows. Bring your cell phone, point-and-shoot or whatever camera you have. Walk led by Bob Fox. Registration required. Free. worldwidephotowalk.com. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., 585-1821.

•FOOD

Appetite on the Avenue Oct 9, 4:30-8:30pm Mon. Food truck event sponsored by the North Grand Avenue Improvement Association. 528- 0200. Shop ‘n Save parking lot, 200 N. Grand Ave. West.

Downtown Jacksonville Farmers Market Oct 11, 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 Oct 5, 12, 4-7pm 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 Oct 5, 7, 10, 12, 7am-12pm Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday through Oct. jaxfresh.org. Lincoln Square, Jacksonville.

Old Capitol Farmers Market Oct 7, 11, 8am-12:30pm. Shop local produce, meats, cheeses and more. Entertainment on Saturdays includes chef demonstrations, live performances, activities and more. Free admission. downtownspringfield.org. Downtown Springfield, Inc., 3 W. Old State Capitol Plaza, 544-1723.

•HISTORY

2017 Conference on Illinois History Oct 5-6. Registration. $90 for both days; $50 single day; $15 luncheon sessions. PresidentLincoln.illinois.gov. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St., 782- 5764.

Attention to Detail Oct 7, 10:15am-12:15pm Sat. Tour explores the details and stories of the House that enrich our understanding of art, architecture and the genius of Frank Lloyd Wright. Reservations. $20 suggested donation. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence Ave., 782- 6776.

Candlelight Tour Oct 6-8, 7-9pm Fri-Sun. See Lincoln’s New Salem at night. Staff and volunteers in period clothing discuss life in 19th century Illinois. lincolnsnewsalem.com. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 632-4000.

Historic Visit to Rolling Meadows Farm Oct 7, 11am-4pm Sat. Featuring brewery tours and tastings, walking tours and storytelling with ALPLM historians, live acoustic music, food available for purchase, more. $25. rollingmeadowsbrewery.com. Rolling Meadows Brewery, 3954 Central Point Road, Cantrall, [email protected].

Of Glass and Wood Oct 7, 1:15-3:15pm Sat. Tour focuses on the details of the House’s amazing art glass collection and Frank Lloyd Wright-designed furniture. Reservations. $20 suggested donation. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence Ave., 782- 6776.

West Fork Encampment Oct 7-8, 10am-4pm Sat, 10am-3:30pm Sun. Historical re-enactment showcases traditional military and frontier life from 1750-1820. Free. visitlitchfield.com. Lake Lou Yaeger, Picnic Area 4, 4 Marina Lane, Litchfield, 866-733-5833.

•HEALTH

Indulge Oct 12, 6-8pm Thu. Enjoy refreshments, treats, music and pink fashion with the women of Springfield and Susan G. Komen local affiliates. Free. simon.com. White Oaks Mall, 2501 Wabash Ave., 787-8560.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s Oct 7, Event features a threemile walk, a tribute ceremony to honor those affected by Alzheimer’s, plus educational opportunities regarding Alzheimer’s disease, advocacy, clinical studies, support and services. Registration. alz. org. 801-9352. Fairview Park, Decatur, 421-7458.

•FAITH & PHILOSOPHY

Cowboy Church Oct 8, 5pm Sun. Held the second Sunday of each month. Meal at 5pm; music at 6pm. Clementine Memorial Church, 2075 N. 11th St., 638-1648.

Interfaith Devotional Service Oct 8, 12-1pm Sun. Prayers, readings, music, light refreshments. Free. 546-9171. Springfield Baha’i Center, 1131 S. Eighth St., 544-9595.

Main Baha’i Beliefs Oct 6, 7-8pm Fri. Main Baha’i beliefs are presented and discussed. Free. 546-9171. Springfield Baha’i Center, 1131 S. Eighth St., 544-9595.

Women, Social Justice and Filmmaking: A Song for Manzanar Oct 8, 10:30-11:30am Sun. Discussion of A Song for Manzanar, a film by Kazuko Golden. Presented by Kazuko and Yosh Golden. Free. aluuc. org. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road, 585-9550.

•SPORTS & FITNESS

Kamp Kaleidoscope Glows Family Fun Walk Oct 7. 1.5-mile marked course. $25. tjohnson@spfldsparc. org. 793-2100 ext 125. Hope Pavilion – Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St., 788-2310.

Kickball Tournament Oct 7. lakespringfield.org. Ski and Boat Club, 268 Maple Grove Lane, 529-9090.

Morgan Horse Demonstration Oct 7, 1pm-12am Sat. Mississippi Valley Morgan Horse Club presents demonstrations and horse activities, educational materials for adults and kids and time to visit with MVMHC members and horses. lincolnsnewsalem. com. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 632- 4000.

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