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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

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    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
  • Night Sky Event

    Night Sky Event

    Tue., Aug. 6, 8-9:30 p.m.

    Williamsville Public Library and Museum

    217 N. Elm St., Williamsville Central Illinois

    Free

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    See the wonders of the night sky with the help of the Sangamon Astronomical Society. SAS will bring the telescopes, you bring a chair or blanket. Rain date is Aug. 8. 217-566-3520

  • “Something So Horrible, The Springfield Race Riot of 1908”

    Springfield and Central Illinois African American History Museum

    1440 Monument Ave., Springfield North Side

    Free

    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
  • Advance Care Planning Informational Session

    Advance Care Planning Informational Session

    First Tuesday of every month, 12-1 p.m.

    Advance Care Planning (ACP) involves an open discussion with patients, family and loved ones, and their healthcare providers about healthcare wishes. Join us as we discover the value of ACP, explore how to have these important conversations with your family and loved ones, learn how to document your wishes, and how you can access the ACP service through Memorial Health.Held the first Tuesday of every month at 12pm -1pm (CST)Who should attend? Any adult (18+) interested in starting Advance Care Planning. 217-788-0185

  • 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

    For family and friends of those who have had someone die by suicide. 544-6464 x75537
  • Book Club

    Book Club

    First Tuesday of every month, 6-7 p.m.

    Phoenix Center: Out On Second

    120 E. Scarritt St., Springfield Downtown

    Free

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    Adult (18+) LGBTQ+ and allies book club. Each month a different book will be selected and the previous month's book will be discussed. Many but not all books will contain LGBTQ+ themes. 217-414-8953
  • Open jam with Casey Cantrall

    Open jam with Casey Cantrall

    First Tuesday of every month, 8-11 p.m.

    George Rank's

    1800 S. Sixth St., Springfield Springfield Area

    Free

    217-670-2859
  • Edwards Place Guided Tours

    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

    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
  • "All Things Animals"

    "All Things Animals"

    Through Aug. 31

    Fair Hills Residence

    2005 W. Lawrence Ave., Springfield East Side

    Open to public

    This exhibit by Jan Sorenson Hill, the featured artist in the library at Fair Hills Residence, focuses on animals. Open during business hours. 217-381-4043
  • Rise Up and Recover

    Rise Up and Recover

    Tuesdays, 7 a.m.

    St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church

    700 E. Spruce St., Chatham Chatham

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    Enter through the northeast door. Call for more information. 217-280-0220
  • Tuesdays Stewardship Workday

    Tuesdays Stewardship Workday

    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

    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

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    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
  • Let's Get Fit

    Let's Get Fit

    Senior Services of Central Illinois

    701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

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    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

    Al-Anon District 19 of Greater Springfield

    Mondays-Saturdays

    Various locations

    Springfield, Springfield Springfield Area

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    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
  • Al-Anon

    Al-Anon

    Tuesdays, 5:15 p.m.

    Discovery Club

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

    Meets on the second floor. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-679-8418
  • Songwriter open mic with Tom Irwin

    Songwriter open mic with Tom Irwin

    Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m.

    It's All About Wine

    1305 Wabash Ave Suite M, Springfield Springfield Area

  • Drawing studio

    Drawing studio

    Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

    The Pharmacy Gallery and Art Space

    623 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

    An opportunity to improve drawing skills, hand-eye coordination and analytical skills in a studio setting. Work in the medium of your choice. All skill levels are welcome. Donations are welcome. 801-810-9278

  • Karaoke with Debbie Cakes

    Tuesdays, 7-11 p.m.

    The Blue Grouch

    510 W. Maple Ave. S., Springfield Springfield Area

    217-527-8395
  • Karaoke

    Karaoke

    Tuesdays, 8 p.m.-12 a.m.

    The Rusty Rail Pub

    405 Pulaski St., Lincoln Central Illinois

    217-605-0293
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