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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
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
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.
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
Elkhart Native Plant Sale

Sat., April 27, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Village of Elkhart

209 Governor Oglesby St., Elkhart Central Illinois

$4 donation per pot suggested

Nature, Science & Environment, Bulletin Board, Fundraisers and Galas

Fundraising sale features seven native plant species in 4-inch pots. In honor of Arbor Day, 50 pin and black oak seedlings in 15-inch seedling containers will be offered. All proceeds fund the Elkhart Pollinator Habitat and the young summer maintenance helpers.
Sound Decision

Sat., April 27, 7-10 p.m.

Lime Street Cafe

951 S. Durkin Dr., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

Sound Decision is back at Springfield's iconic supper club. Bring your requests! 217-793-1905
Copenhagen Bandit

Sat., April 27, 8 p.m.

The Backroom Lounge

713 N. Seventh St., Riverton Riverton

Get Tickets

Theater & Comedy, Bulletin Board

The Copenhagen Bandit brings his unique brand of comedy to Riverton for two nights. 217-629-9493
Central Illinois Cluster Dog Shows

Through April 28, 8:30 a.m.

Illinois State Fairgrounds Exposition Building

801 Sangamon Ave., Springfield North Side

Free

Sports, Bulletin Board

American Kennel Club-approved judges will judge breeds in these shows. Dogs selected as best of breed will go on to compete in one of seven respective groups. The seven group winners will compete for Best in Show at the end of the competition. Dogs that are not entered are not allowed. See infodog.com for daily schedules. 217-621-5169
Acrylic Art Class

Fri., May 3, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Senior Services of Central Illinois

701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

Art & Architecture

Featuring artist Lonnie Cain, Call to register. 217-528-4035
Boy Scouts Abraham Lincoln Pilgrimage

Through April 28

Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site

15588 History Lane, Petersburg Central Illinois

Bulletin Board

Scouts will make their annual pilrimage on the Lincoln Trail. They begin at New Salem and hike to Springfield. The public is welcome to join them anytime. 217-632-4000
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
After School Special

Sun., June 23, 1-4 p.m., Sat., Aug. 24, 6-9 p.m. and Sun., Oct. 13, 1-4 p.m.

The Railyard

2242 S. Sixth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music
Disney's Winnie the Pooh Kids

Sat., April 27, 2 & 7 p.m. and Sun., April 28, 2 p.m.

Hoogland Center for the Arts LRS Theatre 1

420 S. Sixth St., Springfield Downtown

Get Tickets
$15

Theater & Comedy

Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where you'll once again find Winnie the Pooh and his pals, Tigger, Piglet, Rabbit and Owl. 217-523-2787
Lady Frederick

Through April 27, 7 p.m. and Sun., April 28, 2 p.m.

Edwards Place, Springfield Art Association

700 N. Fourth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Get Tickets
$15 or $10 for SAA members

Theater & Comedy

This comedy by British writer William Somerset Maugham was first performed in London in 1907. An Irish widow, seriously in debt, must deal with suitors who have various motives for proposing marriage, and with the man with whom she once had an affair. 217-523-2631
Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps

Through April 27, 7:30 p.m., Sun., April 28, 3 p.m., Through May 4, 7:30 p.m. and Sun., May 5, 3 p.m.

Hoogland Center for the Arts Peggy Ryder Theatre

420 S. Sixth St., Springfield Downtown

Get Tickets
$22; seniors and students $20

Theater & Comedy

A spoof of the old Alfred Hitchcock movie and loaded with Alfred Hitchcock film references. Four actors play over 140 characters in this fast-paced comedy. 217-523-2787
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
"What Art Feels Like"

Saturdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Continues through April 27

M.G. Nelson Family Gallery

700 N. Fourth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Art & Architecture

An opportunity to touch the art that is on display. This inclusive exhibition includes stone, ceramics, paper, fiber, painting, glass, wood and wall pieces created by artists from Illinois at California, Minnesota, Indiana, and Colorado that participants can experience through both touch and sound. The wall text and labels in the gallery are also accessible in a large-print version. 217-523-2631
"Art Mimics Nature"

Wednesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through May 23

SAA Collective Gallery

105 N. Fifth St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Art & Architecture

See a collection of mixed media paintings mostly on wood by Missy Block in the Underground Gallery, which is the Collective's newest exhibition space. The space is dedicated to providing an enhanced art experience by exhibiting a wide range of artists, media and styles - not only from collective members but also from other central Illinois artists. 217-544-2787
"Pathways"

Wednesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through May 23

SAA Collective Gallery

105 N. Fifth St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Art & Architecture

Experience the captivating beauty of blown glass artworks by Mario Clarke and oil paintings by Rick Taylor. Witness how they demonstrate different styles in the use of lines, yet converge with a similar concept, style and color palette. Sponsored by Uptown Looks. 217-544-2787
"Water, Sky, Stone, Clay"

Fridays, Saturdays, 12-6 p.m. Continues through April 27

The Pharmacy Gallery and Art Space

623 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Art & Architecture

Enjoy the works of more than 20 gallery members. On the first Friday of each month gallery is open until 8pm. 217 622 7903
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
Bingocize

Fridays, 10:30-11:15 a.m.

Senior Services of Central Illinois

701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

Bulletin Board, Health & Fitness

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
Keep It Simple Al-Anon

Fridays, 12 p.m.

St. Paul's Episcopal Church

815 S. Second St., Springfield Springfield Area

Lectures & Meetings

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
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
Experience, Strength and Hope Al-Anon

Fridays, 5:15 p.m.

St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church

700 E. Spruce St., Chatham Chatham

Lectures & Meetings

Enter through the northeast door. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-494-7444
Jacksonville Speedway Races

Fridays, 5:30-10:30 p.m.

Jacksonville Speedway

110 N. Westgate Ave., Jacksonville Jacksonville

Sports

Classes include 360 Sprints, Modifieds, Street Stock and Micros. Check the Speedway’s website or Facebook for start times. 217-371-3653
Ricarda Rosalina

Fridays, 6-9 p.m.

La Fiesta Grande

2830 Stevenson Dr., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Live Music

217-670-1042