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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
Everything Red, White & Blue

Wed., July 3, 11:15 a.m.

Senior Services of Central Illinois

701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

Holiday Happenings

Join us for red, white, and blue drinks, snacks, door prizes, and trivia game!Teams of up to 4 people. $25 prize for each winner! 217-528-4035
Springfield Lucky Horseshoes vs. Normal CornBelters

Wed., July 3

Robin Roberts Stadium

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

Get Tickets

Sports, Holiday Happenings, Bulletin Board, Children's Corner

Prospect League baseball action. BirdZerk, “America's Ballpark Prankster,” will be back and ready to pull off more hijinx. Stick around for the postgame fireworks presented by CEFCU. 217-381-3858
Franklin Fourth of July Celebration

Wed., July 3, 4 p.m. and Thu., July 4, 6 a.m.

Franklin Fourth of July Celebration

Franklin Square Park, Franklin Central Illinois

Holiday Happenings

Includes vendors, burgoo, children's activities, live music and fireworks at dusk July 4. Music by Jack Dupp and the Empty Bottles on July 3 and Brushville on July 4. 473-4913
Annual Fireworks Show

Wed., July 3, 5-11 p.m.

Dawson Park

Ledlie Street, Dawson Central Illinois

Free

Holiday Happenings, Bulletin Board, Children's Corner

Event includes bags tournament at 2pm, pageant at 5pm, clowns, face painters, petting zoo and live music by Off the Wall at 7:30pm. Fireworks start at 9:30pm. Event by Dawson Community Club. 217-364-5975
Lincoln 4th of July Celebration

Wed., July 3, 6-9 p.m.

Lincoln Park District

1400 Primm Road, Lincoln Central Illinois

Holiday Happenings

Food trucks, games, children's activities, live music and fireworks at dusk. 217-732-8770
Zack Fedor & The Long Goodbyes with Positively 4th Street

Wed., July 3, 6-10 p.m.

Curve Inn

3219 S. Sixth St. Road, Springfield Springfield Area

No cover

Live Music

Happy hour. 217-529-5806
The Tangents

Wed., July 3, 6-9 p.m.

Lincoln Park District

1400 Primm Road, Lincoln Central Illinois

Live Music

The Tangents are an acoustic duo from Springfield known for their eclectic style and crowd interaction. The couple has performed all over including Nashville, Florida and Mississippi. With Casey Cantrall on guitar and vocals and Tiffany Cantrall on vocals, the pair enjoy playing country, rock, pop, blues and more. This performance part of Lincoln's Fourth of July celebration. 732-8770
Stereo Typical

Wed., July 3, 6:15 p.m.

Fletcher Park Amphitheater

400 Henderson, Mt. Zion Central Illinois

Live Music

Independence Day celebration at Fletcher Park. Fireworks at dusk.
Off the Wall

Wed., July 3, 7 p.m.

Dawson Park

Ledlie Street, Dawson Central Illinois

Live Music

364-5975
Wowie Zowie

Wed., July 3, 7-10 p.m.

Wee-Ma-Tuk Golf, Bar & Grill

15722 E. Kenabeck Trail, Cuba Central Illinois

Live Music

309-789-8113
Inside Out 2, Garfield

Through June 30, 9:15 & 11:10 p.m. and Through July 4, 9:15 & 11:10 p.m.

Route 66 Twin Drive-In

1700 Recreation Dr., Springfield Springfield Area

Get Tickets
$9, children 4-12 $6

Film & Television

On screen 1. Inside Out 2 and Garfield both rated PG. 217-698-0066
Dave Littrell

Wed., July 3, 6-9 p.m. and Wed., Sept. 11, 6-9 p.m.

Obed and Isaac's

500 S. Sixth St., Springfield Downtown

Live Music

Part of the "Live Music" in the Beer Garden series. Enjoy food, drinks and browse around the nearby Moonlight Market while listening to great music. 217-670-0627
Open mic

Wed., July 3, 7 p.m.

Trails End Saloon

6445 Old Route 54, Curran Central Illinois

Live Music

Open mic. 217-483-7078
A Quiet Place: Day One, The Strangers: Chapter 1

Through June 4, 9:30 & 11:25 p.m.

Route 66 Twin Drive-In

1700 Recreation Dr., Springfield Springfield Area

Get Tickets
$9, children 4-12 $6

Film & Television

On Screen 2. A Quiet Place: Day One is rated PG 13 while The Strangers: Chapter 1 is rated R. 217-698-0066
“Something So Horrible, The Springfield Race Riot of 1908”

Springfield and Central Illinois African American History Museum

1440 Monument Ave., Springfield North Side

Free

History

Open during regular museum hours. The exhibit demonstrates why we keep bringing up something so horrible as a race riot and why we have not gotten over it. It clarifies what happened and why, and it seeks understanding of how 1908 speaks to today, expose our tradition of violence and to reaffirm our commitment to justice and equality. spiaahm.org. Donations accepted. 217-391-6323
Legal Aid

First Wednesday of every month, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Senior Services of Central Illinois

701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

Bulletin Board

Land of Lincoln Legal Aid provides free civil legal help for eligible seniors.To make an appointment, please contact Barb Hipsher at (217) 503-4643. 217-528-4035
Monthly Board Game Nights

First Wednesday of every month, 6-7:30 p.m.

Chatham Area Public Library

600 E. Spruce St., Chatham Chatham

Free

Sports

Looking to learn a new board game or show off your gaming skills? Every game night we play a variety of games from strategic to cooperative to those that are a little less taxing on the brain. Whether we win or not, a good time is had by all! 217-483-2713
Dungeons & Dragons

Fourth and First Wednesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. and Second Wednesday of every month, 6-8 p.m.

Phoenix Center: Out On Second

120 E. Scarritt St., Springfield Downtown

$5 per week

Bulletin Board, Spoken Word, Lectures & Meetings

The Phoenix Center: OUT on Second in partnership with Die Hard Games will bring more than 35 players together in the land of Sirraka to battle evil forces and safeguard the innocent. The champions will test their mettle against pirates, monsters, warriors, traps, puzzles and various adversaries as they embark ona heroic quest in this classic D&D adventure. Dungeon masters will oversee six interconnected campaigns. Players can move between parties and fully immerse themselves in this realm tailored to their playing style. 217-503-4104
Open mic comedy night

First and Third Wednesday of every month, 6:30-8 p.m.

Pizza Records

59 E. Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville Jacksonville

Free

Theater & Comedy

Have you ever wanted to try stand-up comedy? Have you been doing it for awhile and want to screen some elements to your comedy routine? Do you just want to rant and rave about the banal, sometimes idiotic things we deal with in our day-to-day lives? 217-200-0896
Karaoke

First Wednesday of every month, 7:30-11:30 p.m.

Whiskey Jack's Sports Bar

430 E. Monroe St., Springfield Downtown

Live Music

The craziest Karaoke in town with DJ Jeff! Always a good time, free parking lot south of building. 217-572-1490
Old Capitol Farmers Market

Wednesdays, Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Continues through Oct. 26

Old Capitol Farmers Market

Fourth and Adams streets, Springfield Downtown

Food & Drink

Shop for fresh local produce, baked goods and products. Please note health guidelines will be followed. Sponsored by HSHS St. John's Hospital. 217-544-1723
"Once and Again: Alterations"

Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Continues through July 6

Edwards Place, Springfield Art Association

700 N. Fourth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Art & Architecture

Generally using needle and thread for self-expression, Susan Lenz works in her studio in Columbia, South Carolina to articulate the accumulated memory inherent in discarded things. She seeks a partnership with her materials, their purposes, values, and familiar associations. Memory, universal mortality, and personal legacy are central themes. Susan's work has appeared in national publications, numerous juried exhibitions, and at fine craft shows including the Philadelphia Museum of Art and Smithsonian Craft Shows. 217-523-2631
1908 Race Riot Walking Tour

Wednesdays, Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. Continues through Nov. 9

Fifth & Adams street

Intersection of 5th & Adams, Springfield Downtown

Donations welcome

History

This 60-minute tour examines the devastating 1908 Race Riot that destroyed and affected the lives of many of Abraham Lincoln’s African American friends and their descendants. Good walking shoes and water recommended. 217-782-6302
"EUPHORIA"

Tuesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through July 31

SAA Collective Gallery

105 N. Fifth St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Art & Architecture

A collection of pastel paintings by juried artist Kristen Houtch in the Collective's newest exhibition space, the Underground Gallery. 217-523-2631
"Portracts"

Wednesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through July 31

SAA Collective Gallery

105 N. Fifth St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Art & Architecture

Delinda Chapman creates large-scale artwork that combines portraits and abstracts using mixed media. 217-544-2787
Edwards Place Guided Tours

Tuesdays-Saturdays, 1 & 2 p.m. Continues through Dec. 21

Edwards Place, Springfield Art Association

700 N. Fourth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Adults $5, children 10 and younger free

History

A guided tour through the newly-restored first and second floors. The home is interpreted to 1857 and furnished with wonderful examples of Victorian furniture, including many pieces that belonged to the Edwards family. See the authentic "Lincoln Courting Couch" from the parlor of the Ninian Edwards home where Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd were married and a piano that was likely played at their wedding. Closed on national holidays 217-523-2631
Michael Burnett

Wednesdays, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Continues through July 31

The Dublin Pub

1975 Wabash Ave., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

217-793-6871
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.
Downtown Trivia League Season 2

Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. Continues through July 24

Downtown Jacksonville

Central Park, Jacksonville Jacksonville

$5 entry fee per day

Food & Drink

It’s Back! The Jacksonville Downtown Trivia League still has spots open for teams. As of today, 4 spots remain in the league. League organizer Ryne Turke says that the format of the weekly competitions will remain consistent while the venue will rotate to different places in Downtown Jacksonville. The weekly match ups will run approximately an hour and a half. There also may be weekly prizes. 217-320-1762