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  • Sat., March 30, 8 p.m.

    Laguna Brava Mexican Restaurant

    2466 Wabash Ave., Springfield West Side

    Get Tickets

    $10 cash $11 card

    Joe the Animal, a veteran comic from southern Illinois who has performed across the Midwest, will headline the show with his dry, wry humor and low-key style. Also features performances by Scotty Harris, Zach Goggins and host Regan Shute. Produced by Tim Laffey. 217-741-9955
  • Last Saturday of every month, 5-8 p.m.

    Burger King

    2 Corvette Dr., Litchfield Central Illinois

    Free

    Automobile showcase to bring together area car enthusiasts. Food and frozen drink specials inside restaurant. 217-321-4509
  • First Friday of every month, 6-8 p.m.

    The Pharmacy Gallery and Art Space

    623 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

    Free

    Visit the current exhibit and visit artists at work. Ask about their work, what inspires them, and why they chose their particular medium to learn more about why artists do what they do despite the odds. 801-810-9278
  • Sat., April 6, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

    HodgePodge Heaven, White Oaks Mall

    2501 Wabash Ave., Springfield White Oaks Mall

    Book signing with local author D.L. Dennis, for his book, Saint's Road, at the HodgePodge Heaven store on the upper level of White Oaks Mall (across from food court). Saint's Road is the story of one man's perilous journey for a way "home" and finds himself at the intersection of two roads. Making the wrong choice could change his life forever. 217-652-9620
  • Sat., April 13, 7 p.m.

    Lincoln Square Theater

    141 N. Main St., Decatur Decatur

    "80s vs. 90s MTV Throwback Rock Party." Decade of Decadence plays the greatest rock anthems from the 1980s while the Josh Holland Band rocks to the best hits from the 1990s. 217-454-4583
  • Sat., May 18

    Downtown Springfield

    Downtown, Springfield Downtown

    The gayest of days embracing diversity and celebrating the local LGBTQ community. Great entertainment, drag show, food and drinks, a fun-filled family area, youth and teen talent shows, vendors and pride merchandise. Organized by the Phoenix Center.
  • Tuesdays-Saturdays, 12-4 p.m.

    Springfield and Central Illinois African American History Museum

    1440 Monument Ave., Springfield North Side

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    This exhibit tells the story of Illinois' long fight for freedom from slavery. It is on loan from the National Park Service. 217-391-6323
  • Sat., March 30, 12 p.m.-3 a.m.

    Route 66 Hotel and Conference Center

    625 E. Saint Joseph St., Springfield Southern View

    Take a trip down Route 66 and join us at the Illinois state capital for the Sunshine 66 Hotel Music Festival in Springfield, IL. Event includes live music Friday and Saturday in the hotel ballroom and the Mother Road Diner with craft vendors and more! Friday Music Line-up• Sunshine Daydream• Clusterpluck• Jaik Willis• Dead Man's Dog• Blue Country Revue• Fair Weather Friends Saturday Music Line-up• Sunshine Daydream• Still Shine• Birds of a Feather• Pete Jive• Hollow Down• Catfish Seminar• Ryan Kynd• Late Night Impromptu Hoe Down… 217-529-6626
  • Sat., March 30, 7-10:30 p.m.

    Lime Street Cafe

    951 S. Durkin Dr., Springfield Springfield Area

    Angel Brown's Smooth N' Blue Band features Angel Brown, Rick Gasparin, Bob Hagler and Gary Niehaus. 217-793-1905
  • Tue., April 2, Fri., April 12, Tue., April 16, Fri., April 26, Tue., April 30, Fri., May 10, Tue., May 14, Wed., May 22, Tue., May 28, Fri., June 7, Tue., June 11, Wed., June 19 and Tue., June 25

    Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum

    212 N. Sixth St., Springfield Downtown

    Museum admission

    1:30pm. This one-act play tells the remarkable story of Robert Smalls, a man who led an enslaved entourage to freedom by way a bold riverboat escape plan through Confederate waters in 1862. Starring Reggie Guyton with Randy Erwin providing live music. 217-558-8844
  • Sat., March 30, 12-4 p.m.

    Nelson Center

    1601 N. Fifth St., Springfield North Side

    Free

    Hop into the Easter spirit with a fluffy friend. The Easter Bunny will make special appearances at Lincoln Park. Don't miss out on the chance to snap some adorable photos with this beloved holiday icon. Mark your calendars and get ready to strike a pose with the Easter Bunny. All ages are welcome. Located at the Nelson Center's west parking lot. For more info, call Eric Henderson at 217-753-2800, ext. 2001. 217-753-2800 ext. 2001
  • Fri., April 26, 6-8 p.m.

    New Moon Cafe

    3755 E. Williams St. Road, Decatur Decatur

    Free

    Classic country, bluegrass, folk and blues 217-428-0129
  • Saturdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Continues through March 31

    M.G. Nelson Family Gallery

    700 N. Fourth St., Springfield Springfield Area

    Free

    ​Members of the society will display over 70 works in their annual judged membership exhibition.​​Visiting Judge: Aline Ordman 217-523-2631
  • Fridays, Saturdays, 12-6 p.m. Continues through April 27

    The Pharmacy Gallery and Art Space

    623 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

    Free

    Enjoy the works of more than 20 gallery members. On the first Friday of each month gallery is open until 8pm. 217 622 7903
  • Senior Services of Central Illinois

    701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

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    Let's Get Fit is a chair based group exercise program designed specifically to meet the needs of older adults who are looking to incorporate more physical activity into their lives. These classes consist of aerobic, strengthening, balance and flexibility exercises.Meets in person. 217-528-4035
  • Fridays, 10:30-11:15 a.m.

    Senior Services of Central Illinois

    701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

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    Join us for a unique edition of Bingo with a chance to win prizes! This activity provides fitness, bingo and social engagement. 217-503-4643
  • Fridays, 12 p.m.

    St. Paul's Episcopal Church

    815 S. Second St., Springfield Springfield Area

    Meets in-person in the library through the south side glass doors and via Zoom. Call for more information or find other meetings on the website. 217-553-7284
  • Mondays-Saturdays

    Various locations

    Springfield, Springfield Springfield Area

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    Ten meetings are held in the local area each week. Five are in-person and four are hybrid of in-person and via Zoom. One meeting is Zoom only. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-891-2981
  • Fridays, 5:15 p.m.

    St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church

    700 E. Spruce St., Chatham Chatham

    Enter through the northeast door. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-494-7444
  • Fridays, 5:30-10:30 p.m.

    Jacksonville Speedway

    110 N. Westgate Ave., Jacksonville Jacksonville

    Classes include 360 Sprints, Modifieds, Street Stock and Micros. Check the Speedway’s website or Facebook for start times. 217-371-3653
  • Fridays, 6-8 p.m.

    DIM Art House

    319 Chatham Road, Springfield Springfield Area

    Free

    Artists get an opportunity to work on their projects while collaborating with professionals. dimarthouse.com.
  • Fridays, 6:30-10 p.m.

    Crowne Plaza Springfield

    3000 S. Dirksen Pkwy., Springfield East Side

    Pianist Matt Eck plays covers, including songs from the 1980s, and originals. 217-529-7777
  • Fridays, 7-11 p.m.

    Bald Buddha Brewing

    3351 S. Sixth St. Road, #4, Springfield Southern View

    Karaoke on Friday til 11 or later. 217-679-4665
  • Fridays, 7-10 p.m.

    Prairie Land Dance Club

    650 Matilda St., Illiopolis Central Illinois

    $5

    An evening of open dancing to a mix of music by the DJ. You can also bring your own music. Two step, West Coast Swing, East Coast Swing, cha-cha-cha, line dancing, ballroom styles, flow dancing. 217-413-8646
  • Sat., March 30, 9-11 a.m.

    Knight's Action Park

    1700 Knights Recreation Dr., Springfield Springfield Area

    Free

    Until supplies last. Meet the vendors and get in on their gifts and giveaway! Candy provided by Once upon a Child. For kids age 6 and under. Up to three kids per vehicle. 217-546-8881
  • Sat., March 30, 9-11 a.m.

    Kumler United Methodist Church

    600 N. Fifth St., Springfield Downtown

    Free

    Breakfast, games, photos with the Easter bunny, Easter baskets and prizes for kids and adults. 217-523-2046
  • Sat., March 30, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

    Springfield BMX Raceway

    4115 Sandhill Road, Springfield Springfield Area

    Free

    Community Easter egg hunt with staggered start times for ages 1-12 plus a photo op with the Easter bunny and giveaways. Track will be open after the egg hunt ends with loaner bikes and helmets available to try it out. 217-931-2680
  • Sat., March 30, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

    Illinois State Military Museum

    1301 N. MacArthur Blvd., Springfield Springfield Area

    Free

    Are you a re-enactor? Want to be? A great event to help you expand your collection or start in living history. 217-761-3910
  • Sat., March 30, 10 a.m.

    Trinity Lutheran School

    515 S. MacArthur Blvd., Springfield Springfield Area

    Free

    Join us in the hunt for 1,000 candy-filled Easter eggs, enjoy Easter crafts for kids of all ages, and listen to the real story of Easter. 217-787-2323
  • Sat., March 30, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

    Chatham Area Public Library

    600 E. Spruce St., Chatham Chatham

    Free

    The Sangamon County Recorder’s Mobile Unit will be at the Library to register your name for the Property Fraud Alert Program, pick up a copy of your deed, sign veterans up for the Honor Rewards Program, and answer any questions about your property. 217-483-2713