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  • 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, 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
  • Thu., March 28, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

    Lincoln Library

    326 S. Seventh St., Springfield Downtown

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    SPRINGFIELD — Lincoln Land Community College is hosting information meetings for interested individuals to learn about becoming a volunteer tutor with the college’s adult education program at its Springfield location. Meetings will be held March 28, 10 a.m.-noon in the Bicentennial Room at Lincoln Library, 326 S. 7th St., and April 9, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the conference room at Chatham Library, 600 E Spruce St. For more information about LLCC Adult Education programming, visit www.llcc.edu/adult-education or call 217-786-2572. 217-786-2572
  • Thu., March 28, 4-6 p.m.

    Illinois Times

    1240 S. Sixth St., Springfield Springfield Area

    Free

    The March 28 issue of Illinois Times will feature a retrospective of Lee Milner's photography. The public is invited to an open house celebrating his work over the years. 217-679-7806
  • Thu., March 28, 6-7 p.m.

    Chatham Area Public Library

    600 E. Spruce St., Chatham Chatham

    Free

    Dr. John Martin, a UIS astronomy and physics professor, will discuss the April 8 solar eclipse, explaining how eclipses work, how often total solar eclipses happen and how to watch them safely. Bring your questions and take home a pair of eclipse glasses to safely view the sun. 217-483-2713
  • Thu., March 28, 7 p.m.

    Dumb Records

    418 E. Monroe St., Springfield Downtown

    $10

    217-691-8991
  • Thu., March 28, 7 p.m.

    The Wakery

    5 W. Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield Downtown

    217-670-2354
  • Stella Coffee & Tea

    1135 W. Governor St., Springfield Springfield Area

    Free

    Submission of any medium accepted April 1-30. No entry fee. Call for details. 262-622-3151
  • Thu., March 28, 5-8 p.m., Fri., March 29, 5-8 p.m. and 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
  • March 28-29, 6-9 p.m.

    unused space

    413 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

    Free, donations accepted

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    See an exhibit of more than two tons of items found at the abandoned Pillsbury Mills factory over the past year. Includes artwork created at the site. Art will be available for purchase. Sponsored by Moving Pillsbury Forward and Highlander Renewable. Curated by Robert Mazrim. Exhibit is on second floor. pillsburyproject.org. 217-741-1590
  • Thu., March 28, 8-10 p.m., Thu., April 18, 8-10 p.m., Thu., May 23, 8-10 p.m., Thu., June 27, 8-10 p.m., Thu., July 25, 8-10 p.m., Thu., Aug. 22, 8-10 p.m., Thu., Sept. 26, 8-10 p.m., Thu., Oct. 24, 8-10 p.m., Thu., Nov. 21, 8-10 p.m. and Thu., Dec. 19, 8-10 p.m.

    Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.

    406 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

    Free

    No pre-signup. Performers will do five-minute sets. Signups start at 7:30pm. Pre-mic meeting at 7:55pm. Those not in room when called forfeit their spot.
  • Second and Fourth Thursday of every month, 6-8 p.m.

    El Arriero Mexican Restaurant

    4233 Wabash Ave., Springfield West Side

    Free

    217-670-2378
  • Second and Third Thursday of every month, 6-9 p.m. and Fourth Thursday of every month, 6-9 p.m.

    Casa Real Cantina and Grill

    1121 W. Lincolnshire Blvd., Springfield Springfield Area

    Free

    Join Manny for an enchanting evening. As a classically trained vocalist and skilled acoustic guitarist, Manny brings a diverse blend of American coffee house genres, from folk and blues to country and rock, even weaving in passionate Neapolitan love songs, classical guitar. 217-303-5323
  • Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and 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
  • Thursdays, 10:30-11 a.m. Continues through April 25

    Lincoln Library

    326 S. Seventh St., Springfield Downtown

    Free

    Children ages 3-5 will explore stories and activities to encourage them to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. The 30-minute programs are designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children’s imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world. Must be accompanied by an adult. 217-753-4900 ext. 5612
  • Mondays-Fridays, 12:15-12:45 p.m. Continues through March 29

    Trinity Lutheran Church

    220 S. Second St., Springfield Downtown

    Free

    Weekly services through Good Friday. Services will offer a 25-minute period of reflection, Bible readings and hymns exploring the season of Lent. 217-787-2323
  • Thursdays, 8 p.m. Continues through July 25

    Goodfellas Pub

    518 Bruns Lane, Springfield Springfield Area

    Free

    217-679-2119
  • 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
  • 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
  • Thursdays, 4-6 p.m.

    The Railyard

    2242 S. Sixth St., Springfield Springfield Area

  • Thursdays, 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. 217-280-0220
  • Thursdays, 5:15 p.m.

    Via Zoom

    Springfield, Springfield Springfield Area

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    Zoom only. Call for link. 217-415-3489, 217-652-8131
  • Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

    Phoenix Center: Out On Second

    120 E. Scarritt St., Springfield Downtown

    Free

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    A 12-step recovery group for LGBTQ+ and allies. This group is for anyone struggling with alcohol, chemical, or process addictions. 217-414-8953
  • Thursdays, 6 p.m.

    Decatur Brew Works

    102 E. William, Decatur Decatur

    217-330-8683