A list of noteworthy events in and around the capital city
ONGOING
Civil War Quilters: Loyal Hearts of Illinois Through Sept. 8, 8:30am-5pm Mon- Sat, 12-5pm Sun, Exhibit featuring quilts and objects by Illinois women. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring Street. 217-782-7386.
Blue Mondays Every Monday night at 8pm, Hear local and national blues musicians brought to you by the Illinois Central Blues Club. Admission. The Alamo, 115 N. Fifth Street. 217-523-1455.
Uptown Friday Night Fridays, 5:30-7:30pm, Hosted by the Springfield Arts Council, live jazz and blues. Robbie’s, Old State Capitol Plaza South. 217-753-3519. springfieldartsco.org.
First Fridays Downtown Year round, 5-8pm, Every first Friday of the month stroll, shop and eat downtown. Exhibits, live music, great deals and more at various downtown businesses. 217-544-1723.
Bootlegging Pub Crawl Tour Saturdays, 8-10pm, $12, cash only. Two hour tour by Downtown Springfield Walks to sites with historic nightlife stories. Reservations, 217- 502-8687. Begins at Lincoln family statues on the downtown Old State Capitol Plaza, Sixth Street at Adams.
Salsa Nights Last Saturday of each month. Dress to impress and dance to music by a DJ. $3 per person. Abe’s Southside Cafe and Pub, 3751 S. Sixth Street, 217-529-5511.
Poetry Open Mics Every third Wednesday, 6-8pm, Bring poetry to read - or just sit back and listen. Hosted by Springfield Poets and Writers. 725-9058. Robbie’s, 4 S. Old State Capitol Plaza.
Super Saturdays at the Museum Every second Saturday, 10am- 4pm, On-going hands-on activities recommended for children ages 4-8 and their families. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring Street. 217-782-7386.
Attention to Detail and Of Glass and Wood Tours Apr 06, 20, May 04, 18, Jun 15, 29, July 6, 20, 10:15am Attention to Detail, 1:15pm Of Glass and Wood, Led by veteran tour guide. $20 suggested donation. Reservations encouraged. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence, 217-782-6776.
Pied Piper Architectural Tour May 01, Jun 05, Jul 03, Aug 07, Sep 04, Oct 02, 5:30pm, Free professionally-guided tour. Meets outside Lincoln-Herndon Law Office, 112 North Sixth St. 544-1723.
Illinois Products Farmers Market May 9-Oct 17, 4-7pm, Every Thursday (except during Illinois State Fair), Produce and music. Commodity Pavilion. 217-785-4873. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Old Capitol Farmers Market May 15-Oct 26, 8am-12:30pm, Wednesdays and Saturdays, Downtown Springfield, Inc. hosts a marketplace of fresh cheese, fruits, vegetables and more, including art. (Chef demos and live music on third Saturdays.) Adams St. between Fifth and Second. 217-544-1723.
114th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Flag Lowering Jun 04, 11, 18, 25, Jul 02, 09, 16, 23, 30, Aug 06, 13, 20, 27, 7pm, One lucky visitor in attendance will receive the flag. Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site, 1500 Monument Ave., 782-2717.
MARCH
Pinkalicious the Musical Mar 22-24, 7pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sat- Sun, Pinkalicious can’t stop eating pink cupcakes and only she can figure a way to get out of her predicament. $15, kids $10, The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence, 1-800-838-3006.
Kevin Bowe and The Okemah Prophets Mar 22, 8pm, WUIS Bedrock 66 Series presents Minneapolis rock ’n’ roll band. $20. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth Street, 217-523-2787.
The Shamrock Games Mar 23, 9am-6pm, Watch the St. Andrew’s Society ancient athletics in their season opening competition. Free. Illinois State Fairgrounds Coliseum. Free. 217-787-2918.
Spotlight On Ice 2013 Mar 23-24, 2pm and 7pm Sat, 2pm Sun, Springfield Figure Skating Club ice versions of Suessical, Alice in Wonderland, Gypsy and Pariseinne. $10. Nelson Center Ice Arena, Lincoln Park, 1601 N. Fifth Street, 217-553-7708.
Spring Floral Show Mar 23-07, 12-4pm Mon-Fri, 12- 5pm Sat-Sun, Beautiful lily show. Free lily give-away Apr. 9, 12-3 p.m. Washington Park Botanical Garden, 1740 W. Fayette Ave., 217-546-4116.
Molly Schlich Film Series Mar 24, 26, 1pm and 4pm Sun, 7pm Tue, “Searching for Sugarman.” UK Documentary. $8-$4. AMC Parkway 8, 3025 Lindbergh Boulevard, 888-262-4386.
Pet Expo Mar 30, 10am-2pm, Exposition Building. Donation at door to Animal Protection League. 467-2831. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Easton Corbin Mar 30, 8-11pm, Country music newcomer with two No. 1 singles already under his belt. $27. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 800-745-3000.
APRIL
Images of Illinois Photography Contest Reception Apr 04, 5-7pm, Public and all entrants invited to see all entries in a digital show at the opening, meet winners and see exhibit of their work. Winning photos on display throughout April.
Prairie Art Alliance Gallery II, 2 S. Old State Capitol Plaza, 544-2727.
Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 546-4790.
American Roots of Latin American Boxing Lecture Apr 04, 7pm, Anju Reejhsinghani, Latin American and Caribbean history professor, University of Wisconsin- Stevens Point. Free. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 217-206-8507.
International Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon Apr 06, 7:30am, USATF certified race past Lincoln sites. runabe.com. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth Street, 217-782-5764.
Field Report Apr 06, 8pm, WUIS Bedrock 66 Series presents Milwaukee American folk band. $20. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth Street, 217-523-2787.
CCQMA Quarter Midget Racing Apr 06-07, 9am-4pm, Coliseum. Free. 522-8212. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Spring Lawn and Garden Sale Apr 06-07, 8am-5pm Sat, 9am-4pm Sun, Learn all that’s new for spring. Exposition Building. Free. 528-3033. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Depression Era Glass and Pottery Show and Sale Apr 06-07, 9-10am Early bird, 10am doors open, Twenty-six dealers from across several states. Illinois Building.
Dwight Yoakam Apr 07, 7-11pm, Country star comes to town to wow the crowd. $61-$41. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 800-745-3000.
Molly Schlich Film Series Apr 07, 09, 1pm and 4pm Sun, 7pm Tue, “Barbara.” German with English subtitles. $8-$4. AMC Parkway 8, 3025 Lindbergh Boulevard, 888-262-4386.
Can Technology Serve Social Justice? Apr 09, 7pm, Virginia Eubanks, scholar-activist and cofounder of many grassroots organizations, on making technology serve U.S. oppressed and exploited. Free. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 217-206-8507.
Yom HaShoah Holocaust Observance Apr 10, Free. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 785-7960.
Rodeo and Bull Riding Event Apr 12-13, 5-10pm, Coliseum. $15 day pass, $25 weekend, children $6 and free. 267-8756. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Winnie the Pooh Apr 12-14, 19-21, 7pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun, Springfield Theatre Centre production. $8-$12. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth Street, 217-523-2787.
Always ... Patsy Cline Apr 12-14 and 18-21, 8pm Thu-Sat, 2pm Sun, Stars Lori Ann McCabe as Patsy Cline and Sandra Fritz as Louise Seger, a fan whose friendship with Cline is the basis for the show. $18-$20. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence, 1-800-838-3006.
Craft Show Apr 13-14, 10am-5pm Sat, 10am- 4pm Sun, Illinois Building main floor. $2, kids 12 and under free. 618-628- 7878. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Death Day Ceremony Apr 13, 10-11am, 148th anniversary of Abe’s death commemorated by Sons of Union Veterans of Civil War and Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States. Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site, 1500 Monument Ave., 782-2717.
Illinois Symphony Orchestra Apr 13, 8pm, “Virtuosic Vibe,” with innovative violinist Nicolas Kendall. $50-$20. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960.
Chanticleer Apr 14, 7pm, Grammy-award winning 12-member male ensemble. $47, $42, $28, Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960.
Into the Fire Film Screening/Discussion Apr 15, 6pm, U.S. women who joined the Republican side in the Spanish Civil War. Free. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 217-206-8507.
Prairie Grapevine Folklore Society Concert Apr 16, 7:30pm, The Orpheus Mandolin Orchestra, central Illinois acoustic group. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd., 454-0178.
International Quarter Horse Show Apr 18-21, 8am, Coliseum. Free admission. 618-397-1388. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Poetry Hour Apr 20, 10am, Reading aimed toward children, each devoted to a different subject sure to entertain and educate. Vachel Lindsay State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St. 217-524-0901.
Team Warrior Concepts Mixed Martial Arts Event Apr 20, 6pm, Exposition Building.
$30. 698-8040. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Springfield Classical Guitar Society Concert Apr 20, 8pm, Zane Forshee, Spanish guitar. $12. Info, 726-8991. Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2313 Whittier Ave, 217-522-7331.
Celtic Woman Apr 21, 3pm, Singing sensations newest show. $71, $41. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960.
3-Legged Tale Apr 22, 7pm, Théâtre de l’OEil poetic reflection on cycle and rebirth of life through puppetry. $19. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 800-207-6960.
Personalities Paint Apr 20, 6-9pm, Paintings by local celebrities who are not artists. Live art auction, cash bar and exhibition. $25. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth Street, 217-523-2631.
Giant Flea Market Apr 21, 8:30am-4:30pm, $1.25, age 12 and under free with adult. Illinois Building. 529-6939. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
American Higher Education Policy in Postwar Iraq Apr 25, 7pm, Dr. Jonathan Loopstra, historian and Capital University professor who spent years teaching in Iraq, talks about experiences of Iraqi youth today. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 217-206-8507.
Illinois Quarter Horse Association Spring Show Apr 25-28, 7:30am-9:30pm, Coliseum. Free admission. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Venice in Concert Apr 26, 8pm, California band mixing 70s rock ‘n’ rock with folk storytelling and more. $39. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence, 1-800-838-3006.
Proof Apr 26-28, May 03-05, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun, Springfield Theatre Centre presents story of mathematical genius and mental illness. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth Street, 217- 523-2787.
Charlie Wells Memorial Fly-In /Drive-In Pancake and Sausage Breakfast Apr 27-28, 7am-12pm, Model airplane exhibit and airplane rides may be available for $20 donation. $7-$4. Landmark Aviation. Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, J. David Jones Parkway, 217-788-9200.
Safe Family Saturday Apr 27, 10am-2pm, Free bike helmets give-away, games, prizes, food, bikes available for kids 18 months to 5-years-old to test ride. Scheels, 3801 South MacArthur , 217-726-6330.
The Sleeping Beauty Apr 27-28, 2pm Sat-Sun, Classic ballet performance by Springfield Ballet Company. $16-$26. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960.
Abraham Lincoln Boy Scout Annual Pilgrimage Apr 28, 12pm, Laying wreaths at Illinois WWII, Korean and Vietnam Memorials, followed by ceremony and parade from Lincoln Tomb to Old State Capitol plaza. Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site, 1500 Monument Ave., 782-2717.
Menopause The Musical ® Apr 29-30, 7:30pm, Musical parody set to classic tunes. $67, $57, $52. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960.
MAY
IDOA Earth Stewardship Day May 01, 9am-3pm, Free admission. Expo building, Illinois building and more. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Upper Story Tour May 02, 5-8pm, Self-guided tour of business, residential and historic buildings. $15-$10. Tickets at downtownspringfield.org or at door. Downtown Springfield.
Illinois Vietnam Veterans 24-Hour Vigil May 04, 11am and 6pm Sat and 10:30am Sun, 25th memorial dedication and special ceremonies. Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Oak Ridge Cemetery, 782-2717.
Illinois Symphony Orchestra May 04, 8pm, Led by worldrenowned guest conductor Stefan Sanderling. $50-$20. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206- 6160, 800-207-6960.
Bells in Motion May 05, 4pm, Handbell concert. $10 at door. Douglas United Methodist Church, 501 S. Douglas Avenue.
Leon Redbone May 10, 8pm, Legendary master guitarist and crooner. $39, $25. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800- 207-6960.
NIAHAC Arabian Horse Show May 10-12, 8am-9pm Fri-Sat, 8am-5pm Sun, Coliseum. Free. 815-389-0120. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
The Little Mermaid Jr. May 10-12, 17-19, 7pm Fri- Sat, 2pm Sun, Adopted from 2008 Broadway production and led by Hoogland kids and teens. $10-$20. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth Street, 217-523-2787.
Fat Ass 5K Run and Street Party
May 10-11, 4-10pm Fri, 9am-3pm Sat, Preview party Friday; race and street party Saturday. Proceeds to charity. Seventh Street between Adams and Washington. Tickets, fatass5k.com.
Dr. Dolittle Day May 11, 10am-6pm, Free admission, turtle races, animal programs and more. Also, Poets and Painters at the Zoo. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., 217-585-1821.
Rock of Ages May 13, 7:30pm, Musical mix of 28 rockin’ 80s tunes and love story. $60-$50. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800- 207-6960.
Prairie Grapevine Folklore Society Concert May 14, 7:30pm, Bill Staines, nationally-known and acclaimed New England folksinger and songwriter. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road, 217-585-9550.
JP Harris and the Tough Choices May 17, 8pm, Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth Street, 217-523-2787.
AADA Antique Show May 17-19, 10am-6pm Fri-Sat, 11am-4pm Sun, Orr Building. 899-4437. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Springfield Area Highland Games and Celtic Festival May 18, 9am-7pm, Celtic themed competitions, music, food, children’s area. $5- $3. central-illinois-celts.org. Chatham Community Park, S. Main St., Chatham, 971-5893.
Poetry Hour May 18, 10am, Reading aimed toward children, each devoted to a different subject sure to entertain and educate. Vachel Lindsay State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St. 217-524-0901.
Springfield PrideFest May 18, 12-9pm, Entertainment, dancing, vendors, food and drink for all ages, children’s area. 528- 5253. Downtown Springfield.
Clayville Spring Festival May 18-19, 9am-6pm Sat, 10am-4pm Sun, Historic building tours, pioneer craftsmen and artisan demos, kid’s crafts/games, vendors, re-enactors, music and entertainment. Clayville, Route 125, Pleasant Plains, 481-4430.
Old Capitol Art Fair May 18-19, 10am-5pm Sat, 10am-4pm Sun, One of the most popular, juried art fairs in the country. Original art, entertainment, food and more. socaf.org. Downtown Springfield.
Art of Illinois Wine Festival May 18-19, 11am-9pm Sat, 11am- 4pm Sun, 20 plus Illinois wineries and entertainment. Southwest corner of Fifth and Jefferson. Downtown Springfield, 217-544-1723.
Illini Bird Fanciers Spring Bird Fair May 19, 9am-4pm, Breeders with varieties of birds and supplies. $3. Tech Town. IlliniBirdFanciers. com. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
IMDA Springfield Mile Motorcycle Race May 24-26, 2:30-10:30pm Fri- Sat, Amateur TT Races Friday. TT National Saturday in Multi-purpose arena. Springfield Mile on Sunday in Grandstand. $35. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Dixie’s Tupperware Party May 30-31, Jun 01-02, 8pm Thu-Sat, 2pm Sat-Sun, Stars Dixie Longate. Mature audiences. $25-$30. Tickets 800-838-3006. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence.
JUNE
WWII Veterans Committee, D-Day Program Jun 01, 11am, Special program honoring WWII servicemen and Veterans. WWII Memorial, Oak Ridge Cemetery, 1500 Monument Ave. 782-2717.
Emergency Chaplain Corp Jun 01, 1:30pm, Special ceremony honoring veterans from all wars. Veterans Memorial Complex, Oak Ridge Cemetery, 1500 Monument Ave. 782-2717.
Midwest Regional Cat Show Jun 01-02, 10am-3:30pm Sat, 9am- 3pm Sun, Orr Building. $5, children (4-14) - $4. 309-696-1880. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 782-8886.
International Carillon Festival Jun 02-04, 06-08, 7-8:30pm, Bring blanket or chair and listen to free concerts nightly (except Wed.) by Carillonneurs from around the world. Fireworks Jun. 7. Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, 1740 W. Fayette Ave. 546-3853.
SOHO Music Fest Jun 07-08, 5pm-12am Fri, 12pm- 12am Sat, Two days, two stages of local musicians and bands. $5. Bring a chair. Washington between Fifth and Sixth. Downtown Springfield.
MacARTFest Jun 7-8, 6-9pm Fri, 10-4pm Sat, Ticketed gala ($25) on Friday night and fine art fair with over 40 exhibitors featuring fine arts, fine crafts and photography on Saturday. Southwest corner of South Grand and MacArthur. 217-415-3447. www. macartfest.com.
History Comes Alive Jun 10, 9am-4pm, Staff dressed in period costumes, presentation by Civil War soldier, Lincoln, General and Mrs. Grant and musical performances. Free. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 785-7960.
Midwest Charity Horse Show Jun 11-15, 11am and 6:30pm, One of the premier horse shows in the U.S. Free. Coliseum. 793-0670. midwestcharity.com. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Sunset Boulevard the Musical Jun 14-29, Roxy Theatricals presents the story of silent-movie star Norma Desmond whose star has faded everywhere but in her mind. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence, 1-800-838-3006.
Les Miserables Jun 14-16, 19-23, 27-29, 8:30pm, 19th century French story with beautiful music. $8-$14. The Muni, 815 East Lake Drive, 793-MUNI.
Poets in the Parlor June 15, 2pm, Reading featuring Springfield Poets and Writers. Tours and refreshments follow. Limited seating. Vachel Lindsay State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St. 217-524-0901.
IMHOA Show Jun 21-23, 8am-11pm, See some beautiful miniature horses. Coliseum. Free. 815-644-6830. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
JULY
Taste of Downtown and American Music Show Jul 12-13, 6pm-12am Fri, 12pm- 12am Sat, Downtown restaurants present ethnic, classic and eclectic cuisine; American Music Show and children’s entertainment. Between Fifth and Washington. $5. Downtown Springfield. 544-1723.
CPE Dog Agility Trial Jul 05-07, 8am-5pm, Livestock Center – upstairs ring. Free admission, but no un-entered dogs allowed. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 217-585-0937.
Dreamgirls Jul 12-14, 17-21, 8:30pm, Young Chicago trio rises to stardom in this outdoor theater production. The Muni, 815 East Lake Dr, 793-MUNI.
Tin Man Regatta Jul 13, 1pm, 10am youth series, Register to set sail or be a virtual skipper. $75. Awards ceremony at 6 p.m. $25. cmnspringfield.org. Island Bay Yacht Club, 76 Yacht Club Road, 217-544-6464 ext. 45160.
Mary Lincoln Coterie Death Day Ceremony Jul 16, 10am, Free. Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site, 1500 Monument Ave., 782-2717.
AUGUST
Peter Pan Aug 02-04, 07-11, 8:30pm, Classic tale performed on stage at this outdoor theater. The Muni, 815 East Lake Dr, 793-MUNI.
Illinois State Fair Aug 08-18, 7am-12pm, Ten days of carnival, food, entertainment, exhibits and more. 782-6661. agr.state.il.us/ isf, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
4th Battalion, 3d United States Infantry Aug 12, 11am, Army full honor cordon and wreath laying. Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site, 1500 Monument Ave., 782-2717.
Once Upon a Prairie Storytelling Festival Aug 17, Free fun for the family. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 785-7960.
Old Capitol Blues & BBQs Aug 23-24, 6pm-12am Fri, 12pm- 12am Sat, BBQ competitors and vendors, local and national blues talent and children’s activities. $5, under 12 free. Fifth and Washington. 544-1723. downtownspringfield.org.
Jubilee Regional Championship Morgan Horse Show Aug 28-31, 8am-12am, Free four-day horse show at the Coliseum. 781- 760-1270. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Poets, Painters and Performers Aug 28, 6-9pm, Music, poetry and artist talks during creative inspiration between Springfield Poets and Writers, Prairie Art Alliance and local musicians. On exhibit Aug. 20-Sept. 26. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery II, 2 S. Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-544-2727.
IMDA Amateur and All Star Motorcycle Races Aug 30-31, 2:30-10:30pm, Two popular races in the multi-purpose arena. $10. 753-8866. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Ethnic Festival Aug 30-31, Sep 01, 5-11pm Fri, 12-11pm Sat-Sun, Local ethnic groups with ethnic foods, music and cultural activities. Free. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 782-8886.
Sangamon Valley Woodcarvers Show Aug 31-Sep 01, 10am-5pm Sat, 10am-4pm Sun, Carvers from across the country exhibit. $3, 12 and under free. Illinois Building. 546-8792. svwoodcarvers.org. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
SEPTEMBER
Rent Sep 06-07, 12-14, 19-21, 8:30pm, Rock musical onstage in this wonderful outdoor theater. The Muni, 815 East Lake Dr., 793-MUNI.
64th Illinois Secretary of State Vehicle Show/Swap Meet Sep 07, 7am-3pm, 57 classes of antique cars, trucks, motorcycles, tractors, RVs and scooters. Rain or shine. Free. Downtown Springfield, 217-557-7220.
Spirits of the Civil War Sep 07, 10am-4pm, Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site, 1500 Monument Ave., 782-2717.
SOB Festival Sep 07, 12-5pm, Over fifty specialty craft and homemade beers, exhibits, food and musical entertainment. $20. sobfestival.com. The Inn at 835, 835 S. Second St., 523-4466.
41th Annual Capital City Century Sep 08, 7am-5pm, Recreational rides of 25, 40, 62, 80, 100 miles. www. spfldcycling.org. Lake Springfield Beach House, 100 Long Bay Drive, 891-5464.
National Show Horse Registry Sep 12-14, 8am-9pm, Artisans Building Coliseum. Free. 937-962- 4336. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Art Spectacular at the Carillon Sep 14-15, 10am-5pm Sat, 10am- 4pm Sun, Two day juried art show with 50 artists. Kids’ place $1.25, demos, food, music and more. Washington Park, Fayette Ave., 787-3532.
Edwards Place Fine Art Fair Sep 21-22, 10am-5pm Sat, 11am- 4pm Sun, Premiere event with tours of Edwards Place Home, hands-on activities for kids, food, music, demos and more. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 217-523-2631.
International Route 66 Mother Road Festival Sep 27-29, 6-10pm Fri, 11am-10pm Sat, 11am-2pm Sun, Over 1,000 cool cars, free entertainment, swap meet and so much more. route66fest.com. Downtown Springfield.
Clayville Fall Festival Sep 21-22, 9am-6pm Sat, 10am- 4pm Sun, Artisan/craftsman demons, historic building tours, pony rides, pioneer crafts/games for kids, craft vendors and entertainment. Admission. Clayville, Route 125, Pleasant Plains, 481-4430.
The Fiery Trial: Civil War Stories Sep 28, 5-9pm, Follow candle lit path to vault, listen to Lincoln funeral procession story. Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site, 1500 Monument Ave., 782-2717.
OCTOBER
LOESS Rock, Fossil and Gem Show Oct 05-06, 10am-6pm Sat, 10am- 5pm Sun, Demos, kids activities and more. $2, kids under 12 free. Illinois Building. 498-7713. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Youth Charity Horse Show Oct 11-13, 7am-12am, Competitive showmanship and comradery. 782-8886. Free. youthcharityhorseshow.com. Illinois State Fairgrounds coliseum, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Indian Summer Festival Oct 12-13, 10am-4pm, Popular prairie party with delicious food, kids activities, games and crafts, music. Also this year, Art in the Garden juried art show along the garden’s trails. $5-$3. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr., 217-529-1111.
Carve for the Carillon Oct 12-13, 11am-4pm, Free family event. Bring your carving tools or use the garden’s. Pumpkins supplied. Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, 1740 W. Fayette Ave. 546-3853.
Extreme Haunted Hayrides Oct 11-26, 7-11pm Fridays-Saturdays, Travel along river, through woods, pulled by 1968 hearse. Weather permitting. Bonfires. $8. 522-7702. Riverside Park, 4105 Sand Hill Rd.
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular Oct 18, 6:30-9:30pm, Display of 2013 illuminated hand-carved pumpkins. Food, bonfire, spooky music. $7-$5. Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, 1740 W. Fayette Ave. 546-3853.
Pumpkin Give-Away Oct 20, 11am-3pm, Take home a carved pumpkin. Free, but donations appreciated. Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, 1740 W. Fayette Ave. 546-3853.
Prairieland Cluster Dog Shows Oct 17-20, 8am-6pm, Exposition Building and Tech Town. $3, kids under 12 are $1. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 217-762-7441.
CCTC Dog Agility Trial Oct 18-20, 8am-5pm, Coliseum. Free. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 217-762-7441.
Illinois Feline Fanciers Cat Show Oct 19-20, 9am-5pm Sat, 9am-3pm Sun, Illinois Building Main Floor. $4-$2. 217- 546-8370. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Memorial’s Be Aware Women’s Fair Oct 19, 9am-2pm, Fun, informative day devoted to women’s physical, emotional and financial health and fitness. $4. Orr Building. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 757-7849.
Mid-America Mane Event Horse Show Oct 24-27, 12-10pm Thu, 9am Fri-Sat, 10am S, Indoor show. Free. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782- 8886. midamericahorseshow.org.
Goosebumps Organ Concert/ Electronic Light Show Oct 26, 7-8pm, Dress in black, white or as historical hero for free dramatic, evocative music, dance and electronic lighting. First Presbyterian Church, 321 S. Seventh St., 528-4311.
NOVEMBER
Route 66 International Film Festival Nov 01-02, Best independent films from around the world on the large screen. rt66filmfestival.com. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence, 1-800-838-3006.
ALQMA Quarter Midget Racing Nov 02-03, 7am-7pm, Free. Coliseum. For info, call 414-9506. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Greater Downstate Indoor Bluegrass Festival Nov 08-10, Showcase of bands, talent show, workshops, guitar show and more. $60, $10-$25 per show. 243-3159. bluegrassmidwest.com, Crowne Plaza, 3000 S. Dirksen Pkwy.
CCQMA Quarter Midget Racing Nov 09-10, 9am-4pm, In the Coliseum. 217-522-8212. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-8886.
Holiday Farmers Market Nov 23, 9am-1pm, Meats, eggs, cheeses, veggies, Illinois wine and more. Holiday gifts, lunch available for purchase. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 217-528-1563.
Memorial’s Festival of Trees Nov 23-30, Dec 01, 10am- 8pm Mon-Wed and Fri-Sat, 10am-5pm Sun, More than 150 trees, swags and wreaths decorated by area designers. $5-$3. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 217-788-4301.
DECEMBER
Christmas at the Dana-Thomas House Through December, See this Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home decked out for the holidays. Tours. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence Ave. 217-782-6776.
Old Capitol Holiday Walks Dec 04-05, 11, 18, 5-8pm, Wednesdays and Dec. 5, unique shopping and dining, entertainment, horse-drawn trolley rides and more. Downtown Springfield. 544-1723.
Vietnam Christmas Remembrance Dec 07, 1pm, POW or MIA in southeast Asia remembered with ceremony. Public may bring weatherproof tree ornament. Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Oak Ridge Cemetery, 782-2717.
Holiday Farmers Market Dec 14, 9am-1pm, Everything you need for your holiday dinner. Artisan’s Building. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 528-1563.
Caroling at the Carillon Dec 15, 4:30-5pm, Bonfire, carol singing with carillon bells, hot cocoa, cookies. Souvenir songbooks. Free. Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, 1740 W. Fayette Ave. 546-3853.
First Night Dec 31, 1-4pm and 6:30pm, Afternoon free activities for kids at Springfield High School. Evening live music, dance and theatrical performances at downtown locations. See springfieldartsco.org for evening locations. Admission. 217-523-2787.
FEBRUARY
Maple Syrup Time February, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm Saturdays and Sundays, Public syrup-making demos. Dress warm. Begins with brief orientation in Nature Center. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Drive. 217-529-1111.
