Fairs & Festivals
Little Flower Parish 14th annual Heritage Days
Summer Fest May 31, Jun 1-2, 5-11pm Fri, 12-11pm Sat, 12- 3pm Sun. Kids area, bags tournament, good food, cold beer and carnival rides. little-fl ower.org. Church of the Little Flower, 800 Stevenson Dr.
Macon County Fair Jun 4-9, Tue-Sun. Pageant, truck and tractor pulls, harness racing, rodeo, carnival and demo derby. Admission. Macon County Fairgrounds, 3700 N. Westlawn Ave., Decatur, 217-875-0135.
Pawnee Prairie Days Jun 6, 5pm Thu. Bands, carnival rides, pageants, parade, car and tractor shows and food. Pawnee Town Square, Pawnee.
Theater & Comedy
Peter Pan May 31, Jun 2, 5-6, 8:30pm Fri, Sun, Wed-Thu. Peter and his mischievous sidekick, Tinkerbell, visit the nursery of the Darling children late one night and, with a sprinkle of pixie dust, begin a magical journey across the stars that none of them will ever forget. themuni.org. The Muni, 815 E. Lake Dr., 217-793-MUNI.
Something’s Brewing in Boston Jun 4, 6-9:30pm Tue. Travel back to the Green Dragon Tavern in 1775 where Paul Revere, General Joseph Warren and other Freemasons debate the new tax King George has placed on tea. $15 dinner, $10 play. Springfield Masonic Center, 1020 Rickard Road, 217-793-7728.
Summer Reading 2019 Kickoff Jun 1, 11am-12pm Sat. Martika will be performing her one-woman stunt show, thrilling readers both young and old. Get the chance to win door prizes and take your picture in the photo booth. Free. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 217- 753-4900.
These Shining Lives Jun 6, 8pm Thu. Directed by Adam Reisch, this story is based on the true story of the Radium Girls from of Ottawa, Illinois. $15, seniors $13, ages 12 and under $10. theatreinthepark.net. Theatre in the Park, Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 217-632-5440.
Music: General Events
4&20 - CSNY Tribute May 31, 6-10pm Fri. $10- $30. devonamphitheater.com. The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater, 620 E. Riverside Dr., Decatur, 217-619-8025.
A Night of Jazz with Footprints Jun 1, 8pm Sat. Led by Virgil Rhodes, Footprints will take you on an interactive jazz journey with its entertaining and emotionally rewarding musical sounds. $15. Hoogland Center for the Arts Club Room, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-523-2787.
Elvis Himselvis and DTCB Band Jun 1, 7pm Sat. Top 40 Spectacular, featuring the King’s hit songs from 1956- 1960). Live band, dancers, back-up singers, 12 songs never performed with band. wear 50’s costumes for prizes. $16-$18. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 217- 523-2787.
Gary Allan Jun 1, 7:30pm Sat. $46+. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160. uis.edu.
Kelsey Hickman Band Jun 1, 6pm Sat. Sherman Village Park, 1200 Rail Fence Rd., Sherman, 217-496-2621.
Kevin Chalfant’s Journey Experience Jun 1, 6-10pm Sat. $15- $35. devonamphitheater.com. The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater, 620 E. Riverside Dr., Decatur, 217-619-8025.
Levitt AMP Springfield Music Series May 30, 6pm Thu. Live music by Damon Mitchell and Ntegrity, kids' activities. Free. Downtown, corner of Fourth and Jackson streets. 544- 1723. downtownspringfield.org
Pastor Jerry Jones and the Fantastic Jones Family Jun 2, 4pm Sun. A 47th anniversary concert along with Maurice Yancy and One Accord of Newport News, Virginia. Fresh Visions Community Church, 1551 J. David Jones Pkwy, 217-726-5988.
Rees International Carillon Festival Jun 4, 6, 6pm Sun-Tues, Thu- Fri. Annual festival features nightly carillon concerts by renowned carillonneurs. Fireworks on Friday at dusk. Free. carillon-rees.org. Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, 1740 W. Fayette Ave., 217-546-3853.
Dance
Dance for Hope May 31, 7:30-10:30pm Fri. West Coast dance night every fifth Friday of the month. $8 per person. Free admission to one dance of your choosing during your birth month. danceforhope3111.com. Normandy Hill Plaza, 3111 Normandy Road, Suite 104, 217-522-9106.
Art & Architecture
Architectural Walking Tour Jun 5, 5:30-7pm Wed. Old State Capitol Plaza, between Sixth and Fifth streets at Adams, 217-544-1723.
Art Exhibit Jun 1, 9am-4pm Sat. Featuring the work of Jan Sorenson Hill through the month of June. Fair Hills Residence, 2005 W. Lawrence Ave., 546-5320.
Clay Date Night Jun 1, 6:30-9pm Sat. Bring your other half and join us for an evening of ceramics activity for couples. All skill levels. Ages 21+. $60 per couple. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 217-523-2631.
Dreamscape May 31, Jun 1, 6-9pm Fri-Sat. Explore installations, paintings, drawings, sculptures, music and video that evoke dreams and bring artistic dreams to life. Free. The Pharmacy Gallery and Art Space, 623 E. Adams St., 801-810-9278.
Jeanine Coupe Ryding Exhibition May 30-31, 9am-4:30pm Thu- Fri. Featuring 25 large scale prints, 5 artist books and 8 collages. Museum admisison. 217-558-6696. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.
One Nighter: Hammered Silver Earrings Jun 1, 6-8pm Sat. Make your own hammered silver earrings. Perfect for beginners as well as experienced jewelry makers. Led by Sam Brown. Limited seating. $20 member, $30 non. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 217-523-2631.
Portrait Painters Club Jun 3, 6:30-9:30pm Mon. Practice portrait painting or work on other projects. Must willing to sit as a model occasionally (clothed). All skill levels. $5 donation. The Pharmacy Gallery and Art Space, 623 E. Adams St., 801-810-9278.
Praxis Featuring two of Springfield’s well known artists, Thom Whalen and Kevin Veara. Free. springfieldart.org. SAA Collective Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St., 217-544-2787.
Sing Muses Exhibition Through Jun 3. Featuring artists Stanley Bly, Henry Darger, Glen C. Davies, Nicole Gordon, George Klauba, Shirley Mann, Nancy Plotkin, Filemon Santiago and Kevin Veara. Museum admission. 217-558-6696. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.
We Are Illinoisans Exhibition Through June 3. An exhibition highlighting immigrants to Illinois from the 18th century to today through photos, objects, and life stories. $5 adults 19-64. 217-558-6696. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.
Film & Television
Instant Family Jun 4, 6:30pm Tue. Adult movie night. Free. Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave., Jacksonville, 217-243-5435.
Children’s Corner
Gaming The Museum Super Saturday Jun 1, 11am-3pm Sat. Discover the history of your favorite game and get the chance to create your own. Museum admission. 217-782-6044. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.
Horse Camp Jun 3, 8am-4pm Mon. Activities include horse care, riding lessons, games, crafts, hay rack rides, nature hikes and daily trail rides. Learn to groom, saddle and ride. Fees. riversidestable.com. Riverside Stables Horse Camp, 2310 Chinchilla Lane, 217-522-7702.
Summer Film Fest: Float or Sink Jun 4-5, 10-10:30am Tue-Wed. Learn about what causes an object to float or sink. Ages 3-8. Museum admission. 217-782-6044. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.
Summer Passport Series Through Aug 4. A series of five search activities will enable families to take a closer look at the exhibits that they love. A new search is available every two weeks. $5 adults ages 19- 64, free for members, youth, seniors, military and veterans. 217-782-6044. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.
YMCA and Memorial Rehab Services Kid’s Triathlon Jun 8, 9:30am Sat. Ages 5-14, divided by age groups. Bike and helmet checks and swim tests are mandatory. $25-$35 preregistered. Additional $5 for day-of registration. Kerasotes YMCA, 455-W. Iles Ave., 544-9846.
Nature
Growing and Using Herbs Jun 5, 7pm Wed. Mark Lyons, an experienced gardener, will show you how to plant, cultivate and use these wonderful plants. Free. Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave., Jacksonville, 217-243-5435.
Lectures & Meetings
Adult Children of Alcoholics and Other Dysfunctional Families Jun 4, 5:15pm Tue. Weekly meetings every Tuesday. New attendees welcome. [email protected]. Discovery Club, 313 W. Cook St., 217-544-9049.
Springfield Breakfast Optimist Club May 31, 7am Fri. Meets every Friday. Visitors are welcome. 217-546-5021. Peace Lutheran Church, 2800 W. Jefferson St., 217-546-7646.
Straight from the Starter Series Jun 6, 11:30am-12:30pm Thu. This 9-week program gives entrepreneurs a framework for success and a plan for integrating entrepreneurship and business ownership into their lives. Registration. innovatespringfield.org. Innovate Springfield, 15 Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-670-1770.
Bulletin Board
Handmade Trivia Jun 5, 7-9pm Wed. Teams limited to 6 people. Free. Buzz Bomb Brewing Co., 406 E. Adams St., 217-679-4157.
Historic Homes Tour Jun 2, 12-4pm Sun. 217- 498-7891. rochester150.com. Rochester downtown, 129 S. John St., Rochester, 217-498-8882.
Iles House Spring Fundraiser Jun 1, 5-7:30pm Sat. Hors d’oeuvres, drinks and live music by Tom Irwin and Theresa O’Hare. Reservations. $50. 553-0055. Elijah Iles House, 628 S. Seventh St., 217-492-5929.
Little Women Tea Jun 1, 11am Sat. Learn about 19th century tea traditions, while enjoying that beverage and tasty treats. The book, Little Women, will set the stage of the favors and program. $25 members, $30 non. Edwards Place, Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 217-523-2631.
Moonlight Market Jun 5, 6-9pm Wed. Highlighting local artists, artisans, crafters and vendors from around the Springfield and central Illinois area. All vendors fees are donated to a selected charities. 217-522-3123. Obed and Isaacs, 500 S. Sixth St., 217-670-0627.
Food
Cooking for College Jun 3, 2:30-4pm Mon. For students who want to learn how to prepare healthy food on their own. Six classes on Mondays at 2:30 or 5:30. $100 includes cookbook. 217-801-7464. Chatham United Methodist Church, 104 W. Chestnut St., Chatham, 217-483-2132.
Old Capitol Farmers Market Jun 1, 5, 8am-12:30pm Sat, Wed. Farmers and artisans accept cash for products. If you prefer to pay by credit card, visit the Market Booth to purchase cash tokens. There is an ATM on the Market St. Free. Old Capitol Farmers Market, Fourth and Adams streets, 217-544-1723.
History
D-Day May 30, 6:30pm Thu. Dr. DePue discusses the most momentous days of World War II. Free. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St., 217-558-8844.
In This Great Struggle Jun 6, 9am-5pm Thu. The Greatest Generation Remembers World War II lets those who experienced the war tell their amazing stories through oral history, artifacts and original poster art. Museum admission. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St., 217-558-8844.
Mickey Learning Series: 1920s Immigrant Springfield Jun 5, 7-8:30pm Wed. Learn about Springfield tavern life, Prohibition, the Mine Wars, backyard farming and more through the eyes of our 2,000 Lithuanian coal-mining immigrants. Free. 217-558- 6696. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.
Objects of the Lincoln Era Jun 4, 2-2:30pm Tue. Handle Lincoln-era objects as you learn about how they were used and what they meant to the people of Lincoln’s time. Museum admission. 217-782- 6044. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782- 7386.
Wimmer Social Jun 2, 1-3pm Sun. Old fashion social. Tours available. Bring your lunch and share your genealogical research. Children welcome. Free 217-303-4395. Wimmer Cemetery, Dixon and Dickey-John Roads, Auburn.
Faith & Philosophy
Ascension Day Service May 30, 6:30pm Thu. 217-787-2323. trinity-lutheran.com. Trinity Lutheran Church, 220 S. Second St., 217-522-8151.
Finding the Pathway to Unity May 31, 7-8:30pm Fri. Presentation and discussion. Light refreshments and fellowship follow. Free. 217-546-9171. Springfield Baha’i Center, 1131 S. Eighth St., 217-544-9595.
Pray for the Cure Jun 4, 6:30-8pm Tue. To enhance the breast cancer survivor’s spiritual wellbeing in healing and recovery through special prayers and music. With speaker Gail Simpson. 309-361-7198. Table of Life Ministries, 2600 S. Fifth St., 720-5100.
Sports & Fitness
Charger Dash 5K Walk/Run Jun 1, 9am Sat. Sherman Village Park, 1200 Rail Fence Rd., Sherman, 217-496-2621.
Dream with the Prairie Stars Jun 6, 6-7pm Thu. Learn what it’s like to be a college athlete. Ages 4-11. Free. Preregistration. st-johns.org/go217. UIS Recreation and Athletic Center, 2171 University Dr., 217-206-6073.
Happy Camper Trail Race Jun 1, 7:15-11am Sat. 2.5 mile $25, 5 mile $45. Kids 12 and under fun run for free (no registration). lewismemorialpark.org. 217-529-2625. Lewis Memorial Acres, 399 S. Koke Mill Road.
SCHEELS Run Bike Club May 30, Jun 6, 5:45-8pm Thu. All levels of riders and runners are welcome. All ages welcome. 17 or under must have a parent present. Free. Scheels, 3801 S. MacArthur Blvd., 217-726-6330.
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