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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
Open mic with Joey Tenuto

Wed., Aug. 28, 7-10 p.m.

Trails End Saloon

6445 Old Route 54, Curran Central Illinois

Live Music

International touring guitarist Joey Tenuto, a Springfield native now living in south Florida, returns to central Illinois for a series of shows. 217-341-4241
Jose Gobbo Jr.

Wed., Aug. 28, 7-10 p.m.

Benderz

400 W. Jefferson St., Auburn Central Illinois

Live Music

José Gobbo Jr., a Brazilian jazz guitarist, has made significant contributions to the world of modern jazz. He brings his original music to Benderz as he hosts Blues and Jazz Night. 217-553-6318
217 Burger Week

Through Aug. 28

Various locations

Springfield, Springfield Springfield Area

Food & Drink

Enjoy 10 days of amazing burgers at select local area restaurants. Prices vary by location. Visit 217foodweek.com for location, hours and prices.
Jason McKenzie

Wed., Aug. 28, 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
The Kitchens

Wed., Aug. 28, 7-10 p.m. and Fri., Dec. 6, 7-10 p.m.

VFW Post #755

2211 Old Jacksonville Road, Springfield West Side

Live Music

217-546-9515
Glucose and blood pressure screens

Fourth Wednesday of every month, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Senior Services of Central Illinois

701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

Health & Fitness

Provided by SIU School of Medicine. 217-528-4035
Comedy Open Mic

Second and Fourth Wednesday of every month, 6-9 p.m.

Anvil and Forge Brewing and Distilling Company

619 E. Washington St., Springfield Downtown

Theater & Comedy

Hosted by Lance Cain. Signup is at 6pm with show at 7pm. You make the jokes, Anvil and Forge makes the beer. 217-494-6200
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
Comedy open mic with Lance Cain

Anvil and Forge Brewing and Distilling Company

619 E. Washington St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Theater & Comedy

Second and fourth Wednesday of each month, 6-8:30pm. Join a supportive group of local standup comedians trying out 4-6 minutes of new material, or be an audience member supplying the laughs. Comedian signup begins at 6pm. Show begins at 7pm. 217-679-1195
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. 217-782-6776
Statewide Art Exhibit

Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Continues through Aug. 31

Springfield Art Association

700 N. Fourth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Art & Architecture

This showcase highlights the work of talented professional artists, aged 21 and above, who are living and working in Illinois. 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
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

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
"Person(Re)alities: Paintings & Drawings by Art Silver"

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

SAA Collective Gallery

105 N. Fifth St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Art & Architecture

The Underground Gallery, inside of the SAA Collective, presents figurative and other paintings by juried artist Art Silver. Silver is inspired by how body language tells complex stories about who we are, what we are doing, and how we relate to our environment and each other. 217-544-2787
"Vibrancy Realized"

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

SAA Collective Gallery

105 N. Fifth St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Art & Architecture

See the pastel paintings and glass sculptures of artists Sheri Ramsey and Michelle Ryan. The artworks are unified by their reflections on nature and the moody resonance of emotion, creating an experience full of energy and life. 217-544-2787
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

Get Tickets

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
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 - 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
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
Cory Brown

Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m.

The Dublin Pub

1975 Wabash Ave., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

217-793-6871
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
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
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.
Butterfly Al-Anon

Wednesdays, 7 p.m.

Hope Presbyterian Church

2211 Wabash Ave., Springfield West Side

Lectures & Meetings

Meeting in person. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-341-3722