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Unraveling Rule-based Order

Wed., May 1, 7-8:30 p.m.

Illini Country Club

1601 S. Illini Road, Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Bulletin Board, History, Politics

World Affairs Central IL presents insightful discussion with Dr. Roy Wehrle and Dr. Chris McDonald. The program will describe our changing world as we move out of the 75 years of peace among the major nations, ending colonialization and remarkable economic prosperity, into a new epoch of history where previous behavior of countries are breaking down, security is threatened and the future will be changed. Though the future is unknown, they will describe several possible scenarios. More information at https://mywacci.org/future-programs/Free and open to the public 217-502-6956
Spirituality Opening Exhibit

Fri., May 3, 6-9 p.m. and Sat., May 4, 6-9 p.m.

The Pharmacy Gallery and Art Space

623 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

Donations accepted at door

Art & Architecture

In this exhibit, Pharmacy artists explore spirituality and its interpretations and expressions can be seen in some of their chosen media. Writing by members of the literary group, Springfields Poets & Writers, will accompany that artwork. Enjoy all that while listening to live music by Jade Duo (Matthew Miller (vibraphone) and Brant Roberts (congas/percussion). Light hors d'oeuvres and refreshments will be available. 217-622-7903
First Friday Open Studio

First Friday of every month, 6-8 p.m.

The Pharmacy Gallery and Art Space

623 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Art & Architecture

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
Book signing

Sat., May 4, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

HodgePodge Heaven, White Oaks Mall

2501 Wabash Ave., Springfield White Oaks Mall

Free

Books & Authors

Local author D.L. Dennis will talk about and sign copies of his book, The Witwer Files. The book was inspired by uncontrolled violence, a murder, a trial and struggles of a small Midwestern town in the 1900s. 217-652-9620
In Paradisum - Gabriel Faure Requiem

Fri., May 17, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

524 E. Lawrence Ave., Springfield Springfield Area

Get Tickets
$20

Special Music Events

Is paradise in our past eternally lost? Or is it a utopian future to which we aspire? Is paradise a place? Or is it an internal state of the spirit, a way of seeing? With our May 17th concert, titled In Paradisum, we present a simple answer to all of these questions: yes.The yearning for paradise has inspired great music! The Springfield Choral Society will present seven such works, each painting a unique portrait of the paradisiacal. The Dale and Deborah Smith Center for Alzheimer’s Research & Treatment as the benefactor of a portion of ticket sales. 217-522-3342
Springfield PrideFest

Sat., May 18

Downtown Springfield

Downtown, Springfield Downtown

Fairs & Festivals

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.
Car showcase, meetup

Last Saturday of every month, 5-8 p.m.

Burger King

2 Corvette Dr., Litchfield Central Illinois

Free

Bulletin Board

Automobile showcase to bring together area car enthusiasts. Food and frozen drink specials inside restaurant. 217-321-4509
TOAST - The Ultimate Bread Experience

Mon., April 29, 6 p.m.

Lincoln Square Theater

141 N. Main St., Decatur Decatur

$20-$40

Live Music

217-454-4583
ICON Membership Meeting

Mon., April 29, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

South Side Christian Church

2600 S. MacArthur, Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Bulletin Board

This month's speaker, Michael Sinnet, is the Neighborhood Services Director for the City of Joliet. He oversees what is essentially their code enforcement team, with 10 inspectors. He is implementing Joliet’s newly-initiated single-family rental registration program. With a 2020 population of around 150,000, the City has had a multi-unit rental registration program for decades. Mr. Sinnet, prior to his role in Joliet, headed up a similar team in Bloomington, where he still resides. ICON previously discussed how Springfield’s process works – or fails to work. Sinnet’s talk on rental property registration and overall code enforcement should be enlightening… 217-218-9465
L.A. Jones

Mon., April 29, 7 p.m.

The Alamo

115 N. Fifth St., Springfield Downtown

Live Music

Blue Monday. 217-523-1455
217 Taco, Nacho & Margarita Week

April 29-May 5

Various locations

Springfield, Springfield Springfield Area

Food & Drink

Features various dishes and margaritas over seven days. Check out the participating restaurants and the dishes and margaritas they are offering on the 217 Food Week website or on the Facebook page. Don’t forget your 217 Taco, Nacho & Margarita Week passport to plan your food journey and for a chance to win gift cards from local restaurants! Download your passport at 217foodweek.com or get one from inside the Illinois Times issues of April 25 and May 2. Send it to the IT office by May 13.
Student art show reception, opening

Through May 10, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

LLCC James S. Murray Gallery

5250 Shepherd Road, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Art & Architecture, Bulletin Board

The Trutter Museum/Murray Gallery at Lincoln Land Community College will host the 2024 Student Art Show from April 25 to May 10. The public is invited to view the exhibit weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The gallery is located on the upper level of Menard Hall on the LLCC Springfield campus, 5250 Shepherd Road. A reception will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. on April 25. Awards will be presented at 6 p.m. The exhibit features a variety of works, including drawing, digital photography, film, ceramics and 3D sculptures alongside digital designs, animations and more… 217-786-4967
Chair aerobics for seniors

Mondays, Wednesdays, 9-10 a.m.

Athens Christian Church

1411 E. Route 29, Athens Central Illinois

Free

Health & Fitness

Chair aerobics at Athens Christian ChurchJoin senior citizen friends each Monday and Wednesday morning at 9:00 am for CHAIR AEROBICS at Athens Christian Church (1411 E State Route 29). Chair aerobics is suitable for everyone, with gentle exercises that develop flexibility, strength, balance, coordination and fitness. There is no charge for this activity For more information, please contact the church office at 217-636-8463. 217-636-8463
Chair Aerobics at Athens Christian Church

Mondays, Wednesdays, 9-10 a.m.

Athens Christian Church

1411 E. Route 29, Athens Central Illinois

Free

Health & Fitness

Join senior friends at every Monday and Wednesday morning from 9-10 a.m. for chair aerobics. It's free and is suitable for everyone, with gentle exercises that develop flexibility, strength, balance, coordination and fitness. 217-636-8463
Let's Get Fit

Senior Services of Central Illinois

701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

Get Tickets

Health & Fitness, Sports

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
Al-Anon District 19 of Greater Springfield

Mondays-Saturdays

Various locations

Springfield, Springfield Springfield Area

Lectures & Meetings, Health & Fitness, Bulletin Board

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
Overeaters Anonymous

Mondays, 5:30 p.m.

Unity Church

417 E. Cordelia St., Springfield Southern View

Bulletin Board, Lectures & Meetings

The only requirement is a desire to stop eating compulsively. 217-416-1648
Progress Not Perfection Al-Anon

Mondays, 6 p.m.

Bulletin Board, Health & Fitness, Lectures & Meetings

Meets in person in handicapped-accessible private home in Riverton. Parking is available. Call for more information or find other meetings at spi-alanon.weebly.com. 217-899-0432
Al Kitchen

Mondays, 6-9 p.m.

Fulgenzi's Pizza and Pasta

1168 E. Sangamon Ave., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Live Music

Live music and dancing. 217-502-9815
Honest, Open and Willing Al-Anon

Mondays, 7 p.m.

Parkway Christian Church

2700 Lindbergh Blvd., Springfield West Side

Lectures & Meetings

Meeting in-person (enter through office door) and via Zoom. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-414-5582
The Illinois Freedom Project

Tuesdays-Saturdays, 12-4 p.m.

Springfield and Central Illinois African American History Museum

1440 Monument Ave., Springfield North Side

History, Bulletin Board

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
Travel Opportunity: Athens & The Greek Islands

Tue., April 30

Senior Services of Central Illinois

701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

Bulletin Board

April 30-May 8, 2024. Registration deadline March 29, 2024.Highlights include three nights in Athens, two nights in Mykonos, and two nights in Santorini. Features Athens City Tour, The Acropolis & Parthenon, The Acropolis Museum, The Plaka & Syntagma Square, Ancient Olympic Stadium, Mykonos, Delos Tour, Santorini Tour, Santorini Winery Visit & Tasting, Oia Village Walking Tour, and Greek Island Ferry Rides. Visit the website for more information. 217-528-4035
After School Special

Tue., April 30, 6 p.m.

El Arriero Mexican Restaurant

4233 Wabash Ave., Springfield West Side

Live Music

217-670-2378
Bluey’s Big Play

Tue., April 30, 6-8 p.m. and Wed., May 1, 6-8 p.m.

UIS Performing Arts Center

One University Plaza, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Get Tickets
$33-$131

Children's Corner

When Dad feels like a little bit of Sunday afternoon time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. Bluey’s Big Play is a brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series, with an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, and new music by Bluey composer, Joff Bush. Join the Heelers in their first live theatre show made just for you, featuring brilliantly created puppets, this is Bluey as you’ve never seen it before,. 217-206-6160
Capital Area Concert Band

Tue., April 30, 7-8 p.m.

LLCC Trutter Center

5250 Shepherd Road, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Free

Special Music Events

The Capital Area Concert Band (CACB) celebrates its 50th anniversary of “sharing the joy of live music” with the metro-Springfield community. The public is invited to a free, one-hour concert at The Trutter Center on the Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC) campus in Springfield at 7pm. The CACB will perform a playlist of well-known standards and newer compositions for a lively concert that will have audience members toe-tapping along with the musicians. 217-971-5008
Small Beginnings

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

History

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

Second and Fourth Tuesday of every month, 8-11 p.m. and Last Tuesday of every month, 8-11 p.m.

George Rank's

1800 S. Sixth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

217-670-2859
Rise Up and Recover

Tuesdays, 7 a.m.

St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church

700 E. Spruce St., Chatham Chatham

Health & Fitness, Lectures & Meetings, Bulletin Board

Enter through the northeast door. Call for more information. 217-280-0220
Tuesdays Stewardship Workday

Nature, Science & Environment

Work with others or independently on a variety of stewardship projects at various properties. Learn about our properties and the diversity of plants and animals. Call or text for location and details. Hosted by the Friends of the Sangamon Valley. 217-493-3115
Weekly Card Games

Tuesdays, 1-3:30 p.m. Continues through May 28

Chatham Area Public Library

600 E. Spruce St., Chatham Chatham

Free

Books & Authors

Social seniors can meet new people and have fun. Spades and Uno have recently been the games of choice, but new games are always welcome. 217-483-2713