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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
Tour de Heartland

Sat., Sept. 7, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Greenview Community School

147 W. Palmer, Greenview Central Illinois

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$30-$40

Fundraisers and Galas, Bulletin Board

Inaugural bike ride benefiting Historic Marbold Farmstead Association. Two route options: 2 miles or 28 miles. Both rides start and end at Greenview Jr-Sr. High School. runsignup.com. 217-341-8293
The Struggle for Public Transit Accessibility in 1980s Springfield

Mon., July 15, 6-7:30 p.m.

Lincoln Library

326 S. Seventh St., Springfield Downtown

Free

History, Lectures & Meetings

A presentation and panel discussing the efforts to advocate for and implement wheelchair lifts on SMTD buses in the 1980s. It will include a timeline of actions, advocates and opponents, demonstrations, hearings, lawsuits, state and national political figure input and experiences of participants. Part of the Sangamon Experience’s "The Struggle for Change" exhibit and project. 217-753-4900
Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella

Through July 20

The Muni

815 E. Lake Dr., Springfield Lake Springfield Area

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$12-$22. Ages 5 and under free

Theater & Comedy, Children's Corner

Cinderella is mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters because they fear the power of her fine character and beauty. But with the help of her fairy godmother, she learns her own worth and attracts the attention of the prince. 217-793-MUNI
Springfield Philatelic Society

Third Monday of every month, 7 p.m.

Peace Lutheran Church

2800 W. Jefferson St., Springfield West Side

Free

Lectures & Meetings, Bulletin Board

All stamp collectors welcome. Monthly stamp programs. Visit the Springfield Philatelic Society Facebook page for more details. 217-725-7146
Kids Fare Garden Club

Mondays, 10-11 a.m. Continues through Aug. 5

Enos Park Neighborhood Garden

1022 N. Fifth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Children's Corner, Nature, Science & Environment

This gardening club for school-aged children will be taught by Alana Reynolds of Grow Springfield and the Butler School Garden. Children will help manage three raised beds in the Enos Park Neighborhood Garden. Drop-ins are welcome. 217-610-0720
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
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
Let's Get Fit

Senior Services of Central Illinois

701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

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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.

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
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
Little Lincoln's Fireside Tales: Nature

Tue., July 16, 10-11 a.m.

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library

112 N. Sixth St., Springfield Downtown

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Free

Children's Corner

Nature is all around us and it is up to us to take care of our beautiful planet. Join the ALPLM’s Education Team for stories and activities that explore nature and the wonderful world in which we live. Advance registration is required. And, be sure to look for the Little Lincoln's Fireside Tales storytellers at the Downtown Springfield Summer Farmers Market on Saturday, July 27, from 8 am to noon. Just drop by the tent for stories and special craft activities throughout the morning. 217-558-8844
Try-It Tuesdays: Creepy Crawlers

Tue., July 16, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Illinois State Museum

502 S. Spring St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Children's Corner

Attention, young adventurers! Have you ever wondered what a butterfly looks like or if bees have hair on their legs? Find out as we get up close with some of the bugs found in Illinois during this week's Try It Tuesday event. 217-782-6044
Springfield Lucky Horseshoes vs. Burlington Bees

Tue., July 16, 6:30 p.m.

Robin Roberts Stadium

1415 N. Grand Ave. E., Springfield North Side

Sports, Children's Corner, Bulletin Board

Prospect League baseball action. It's First Responders Night at the park and all police, EMTs and firefighters get in free by showing their ID at the box office. The (Springfield)Police Chief Ken Scarlette Bobbleheads will be handed out to those who purchased the ticket package. 217-381-3858
Lunch and Learn: Medicare 101

Tue., July 16, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and Wed., Aug. 21, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Senior Services of Central Illinois

701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

Bulletin Board

Learning objectives include:Understanding Part A InsuranceUnderstanding Part B InsuranceUnderstanding Part C PlansUnderstanding Part D PlansPrepare for Open Enrollment Lunch provided by Daily Bread.RSVP to Sherman at (217) 528-4035 one week prior to event date. 217-528-4035
Survivors of Suicide Support Group

First and Third Tuesday of every month, 5:30-7 p.m.

Chapel Annex, St. John's Hospital

800 E. Carpenter St., Springfield Downtown

Lectures & Meetings

For family and friends of those who have had someone die by suicide. 544-6464 x75537
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 the 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
Flag Lowering Ceremony

Tuesdays. Continues through Aug. 6

Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site

1500 Monument Ave., Springfield North Side

Bulletin Board

The evening begins at 6pm with a Civil War-era concert, along with a meet and greet with President Ulysses S. Grant, who will give a dedication speech for the Lincoln Tomb. The flag-lowering ceremony begins at 7pm with the firing of muskets and while the 114th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry performs. Part of History Comes Alive. 782-2717
GriefShare 13-week Support/Recovery Program

Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m. Continues through Aug. 27

Trinity Lutheran School

515 S. MacArthur Blvd., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Bulletin Board, Faith & Philosophy

Grief support group for people dealing with the death of a family member or friend. Over 13 weeks, participants find relief and comfort as they learn what to expect in the days ahead and how to navigate their personal grief process. Pre-registration is requested but there is no charge to attend. Call or email for more information. 217-899-9418
Al-Anon

Tuesdays, 5:15 p.m.

Discovery Club

313 W. Cook St., upstairs, Springfield Springfield Area

Lectures & Meetings

Meets on the second floor. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-679-8418
Pinochle Group

Every other Tuesday, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Harvest Market

3001 Veterans Pkwy., Springfield West Side

Free

Bulletin Board

Attention, pinochle lovers. Group gathers upstairs to play. 314-910-0491
Young Philanthropists Kickoff

Wed., July 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Lake Springfield Beach House

100 Long Bay Dr., Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Free

Fundraisers and Galas, Bulletin Board

Learn more about a giving circle to promote philanthropy and community involvement for young adults. Features remarks by Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln and Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher. 217-789-4431
Music Bingo at Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.

Wed., July 17, 7-9 p.m.

Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.

406 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

Bulletin Board

Music Bingo combines two things everyone loves into one fun night full of fun and prizes. Here’s how it works: Each player gets six Bingo cards for the evening. The host plays a clip from a song and you mark the number on your Bingo card that is associated with the artist. That’s it! Don’t know the artist? No problem - ask your neighbor. Who cares, it’s Music Bingo. It's free to play and there are prizes for the winner of each round.
Despicable Me 4, Inside Out 2

Through July 18, 9:05 & 10:55 p.m.

Route 66 Twin Drive-In

1700 Recreation Dr., Springfield Springfield Area

$9, children 4-12 $6

Film & Television, Bulletin Board, Children's Corner

On Screen 1. Despicable Me 4 and Inside Out 2 are both rated PG. 217-698-0066
Moonlight Market

First Wednesday of every month, 6-9 p.m. and Third Wednesday of every month, 6-9 p.m. Continues through Sept. 18

Jackson Street

Between Sixth and Seventh streets, Springfield Springfield Area

Bulletin Board, Live Music

Annual outdoor event features 20 to 30 artisans from central Illinois.
Capital City Toastmasters

Wednesdays, 12-1 p.m.

Free

Lectures & Meetings

Afraid of public speaking or looking to improve the quality of your speech? Want to develop your leadership skills? Capital City Toastmasters is the place for you! We offer a positive, non-judgmental atmosphere to help guide you as you hone your leadership and communication skills in order to be the best you possible! We currently meet on Zoom.