jaycees.net. Chatham Community Park, S. Main St, Chatham.
The Light in the Piazza Jul 16-18, 22-25, 8pm, Young woman falls in love while visiting Italy with her mother in the summer of 1953. Tickets 217-632-5440 or 800- 710-9290. Info 241-3241. New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.
Jesus Christ, Superstar Jul 23-31, Aug 1, 8:30pm, themuni.org. The Muni, 815 East Lake Dr.
August
Carousel Aug 6-8, 12-15, 8pm, In a Maine coastal village in the late 19th century, the swaggering, carefree carnival barker, Billy Bigelow, captivates and marries the naive millworker, Julie Jordan. Tickets 217-632-5440 or 800-710-9290. Info 241-3241. New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.
A Doll’s House Aug 13-15, 20-22, TBA, Over the Moon Productions. 523-2787. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St.
Annie Aug 13-22, 8:30pm, Directed by Steve Williams. 793-MUNI. The Muni, 815 East Lake Dr.
Illinois State Fair Aug 13-22, So much to do we can’t list them all. Food, entertainment, exhibits and so much more. 782-6661. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Dividing the Estate Aug 20-22, 27-28, 8pm, Comedy about a wife and three daughters who come to terms with dividing the estate of their dead husband and father. Tickets 217-632-5440 or 800- 710-9290. Info 241-3241. New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.
Old Capitol Blues & BBQ Aug 28, 12pm-12am, Features local and nationally known blues talent, BBQ competition and vending. $5. 544-1723. Downtown Springfield.
September
New Salem Harmony Sep 3-4, 8pm, Story of New Salem featuring Lincoln’s contemporaries’ words, era music and original songs. Tickets 217-632-5440, 800-710-9290. Info 241-3241. New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.
IMDA Springfield Short Track Motorcycle Races Sep 3-4, Multi-purpose Arena. $30, $25 advance, $5 child. 753-8866. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Ethnic Festival Sep 3-5, 5-11pm Fri, 12-11pm Sat- Sun, Local ethnic groups provide ethnic foods, music and cultural activities. 629-7871. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Sangamon Valley Woodcarvers Show Sep 4-5, 10am-5pm Sat, 10am-4pm Sun, Carvers from across the country exhibit carvings, wood burnings, wood, tools, books. $2, 12 and under free. 546-8792, svwoodcarvers.org. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Abu Arabian Horse Show Sep 10-12, 7am-10pm, Free. Coliseum. 815-935-2646. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Art Spectacular at the Carillon Sep 11-12, 10am-5pm, Juried fine art of over 50 artists showing and selling their original work. Kids’ art sale, music, auction, raffle, prizes and food. 787-3532. Washington Park Rees Memorial Carillon, Fayette Rd.
Tree and Leaf Hike Sep 12, 19, 26, 2pm, Naturalists will guide you on hikes to collect at least 25 different types of leaves. $4. 529- 1111. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr.
Route 66 Film Festival Sep 17-19, See some of the world’s best independent films and meet the filmmakers. $10 per session. www.route66filmfestival.net. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St.
Edwards Place Fine Art Fair Sep 18-19, 10am-5pm Sat, 10am- 4pm Sun, Over 85 national artists present and sell their works. Tours of Edwards Place Home where Lincoln entertained. Food and music. 523- 2631. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St.
National Show Horse Finals Sep 22-25, 8am-11pm, Free admission. Artisans Building Coliseum. 502- 266-5100. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
