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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
Abe Appreciation: National Not-For-Profit Day

Wed., Aug. 7, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum

212 N. Sixth St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Bulletin Board

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum is on a mission to make a visit to the Presidential Museum an experience everyone can enjoy. We also want to give back to groups that support our community. Abe Appreciation is a series of such events, and we want to recognize Not-For-Profits (NFP) on August 7. NFP groups can attend the museum free of charge with a pre-scheduled booking. Not-For-Profit groups should call our group sales office at (217) 558-8939 to reserve their tour time. 217-558-8844
"EUPHORIA" closing reception

Wed., Aug. 7, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

SAA Collective Gallery

105 N. Fifth St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Art & Architecture

"EUPHORIA" features pastel paintings by Kristen Clark Houch. The exhibit, the fourth show to be shown in the SAA Collective's newest featured space The Underground, is Houch's first solo show. 217-544-2787
Open mic with Zach Landess

Wed., Aug. 7, 7-10 p.m.

Trails End Saloon

6445 Old Route 54, Curran Central Illinois

Live Music

Open mic hosted by Zach Landess. 217-341-4241
The Little Mermaid

Aug. 2-4 and Aug. 7-10

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

A young mermaid, Ariel, makes a deal with a sea witch to trade her beautiful voice for human legs so she can experience life on land and impress a prince, risking more than she realizes. 217-793-MUNI
Me, Myself & Schy

Wed., Aug. 7, 6-8 p.m. and Wed., Sept. 4, 6-8 p.m.

Obed and Isaac's

500 S. Sixth St., Springfield Downtown

Live Music

Me, Myself & Schy plays American favorites on guitar, pedal steel, mandolin and fiddle. Part of the "Live Music in the Beer Garden" series. 217-670-0627
“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
"Noir IV: Landmarks" community days

Wednesdays, Saturdays, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and Fridays, 5-7 p.m. Continues through Aug. 31

Dana-Thomas House

301 E. Lawrence Ave., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Art & Architecture

Explore this exhibition celebrating Black art and culture. Open through Labor Day weekend. Community days will take place from 9am to noon Wednesday and Saturday and 5 to 7pm Fridays. Children's activities will be offered on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. Family activities in the courtyard planned for Friday evenings. 217-782-5955
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
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
"All Things Animals"

Through Aug. 31

Fair Hills Residence

2005 W. Lawrence Ave., Springfield East Side

Open to public

Art & Architecture

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
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.
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
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
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 - Happiness Is

Wednesdays, 12 p.m.

Lectures & Meetings

Meeting in person and via Zoom. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-899-6041
Happiness Is Al-Anon

Wednesdays, 12 p.m.

St. Paul's Episcopal Church

815 S. Second St., Springfield Springfield Area

Health & Fitness, Lectures & Meetings, Bulletin Board

Meets in person and via Zoom. For in person, go through south side double glass doors. For Zoom, call for link info. 217-899-6041
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.
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
Springfield Chess Club

Wednesdays, 5:30-8 p.m.

White Oaks Mall

2501 Wabash Ave., Springfield West Side

Free

Bulletin Board

Casual games for the public and club members of all ages and skill levels. Meets weekly at the White Oaks Mall food court. 217-726-2584
Cory Brown

Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m.

The Dublin Pub

1975 Wabash Ave., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

217-793-6871
Al Kitchen and friends

Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m.

Route 66 MotorHeads Bar & Grill, Museum & Entertainment Complex

600 Toronto Road, Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Live Music

Live music and dancing.
Backgammon Club

Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m.

Harvest Market

3001 Veterans Pkwy., Springfield West Side

First time entry is free.

Bulletin Board

Live backgammon is back. Join us at the Harvest Market Mezzanine every Wednesday at 6PM for backgammon fun at this great new venue. Lessons available for beginners. 217-622-9447
Karaoke with Debbie Cakes

Wednesdays, 7-11 p.m.

Weebles Bar & Grill

4136 N. Peoria Road, Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

217-528-3337