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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
  • National Voter Registration Day

    National Voter Registration Day

    Tue., Sept. 17, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

    Chatham Area Public Library

    600 E. Spruce St., Chatham Chatham

    Free

    Register to vote and get involved. Bring two forms of identification during library hours. Residents can also register online at the Illinois State Board of Elections website, ova.elections.il.gov/. 217-483-2713
  • Skibbereen

    Skibbereen

    Tue., Sept. 17, 5-8 p.m.

    Boone's

    301 W. Edwards St., Springfield Downtown

    Free

    217-679-3752
  • Ricarda Rosalina and Allan Harris

    Ricarda Rosalina and Allan Harris

    Tue., Sept. 17, 5-8 p.m. and Thu., Sept. 26, 5-8 p.m.

    66 Mother Road Diner

    625 E. St. Joseph St., Springfield Southern View

    217-503-4802
  • History of Hutchinson's Cemetery

    History of Hutchinson's Cemetery

    Tue., Sept. 17, 5:30-7 p.m.

    Charles E. Becker Library

    Benedictine University at Springfield - 1500 North Fifth St., Springfield Springfield Area

    Free

    "Quite a City of the Dead: The Rise and Fall of Springfield's Hutchinson's Cemetery" will be presented by Erica Holst. The cemetery was the first private burial ground in Springfield, established in 1843 at what is now Springfield High School. She talks about those who were buried at Hutchinson's, which were removed and re-buried at Oak Ridge in 1874. Holst is Illinois State Museum Curator of History. 217-525-1961
  • Undebates: A Discussion on Reproductive Health

    Undebates: A Discussion on Reproductive Health

    Tue., Sept. 17, 6-7:30 p.m.

    UIS Student Union Ballroom

    2251 Richard Wright Dr., Springfield Lake Springfield Area

    Free

    The Institute of Government and Public Affairs has joined forces with partners from NPR Illinois, Illinois Public Media, Columbia College and the League of Women Voters to collaborate on an event series called “Undebates: A Three-Part Public Discussion Series on Hot Topics in the Presidential Election.” The Springfield event will explore reproductive health and how the 2024 presidential tickets will approach the issues. Sean Crawford of NPR Illinois will moderate. Refreshments will be available. 217-333-3438
  • Civil Civics with Lincoln Library

    Civil Civics with Lincoln Library

    Tue., Sept. 17, 6-7:30 p.m.

    Lincoln Library

    326 S. Seventh St., Springfield Downtown

    Free

    Watch a film that examines big issues heading into the presidential election this year and join in the discussion. This week the topic is "Who's the boss? Money and power." Part of the 2024 Election Film Series, Liberty on Trial: Cases That Defined Freedom. 217-753-4900
  • Karaoke

    Karaoke

    Tue., Sept. 17, 7 p.m.

    Oogie and JJ's Bar

    10041 Palm Road, Glenarm Chatham

    217-697-5057
  • Change of Heart, Short Notice, Grid, Unthynck

    Change of Heart, Short Notice, Grid, Unthynck

    Tue., Sept. 17, 7 p.m.

    Pizza Records

    59 E. Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville Jacksonville

    $10

    217-200-0896

  • 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
  • Open jam with Silas Tockey

    Open jam with Silas Tockey

    Third Tuesday of every month, 7-10 p.m.

    George Rank's

    1800 S. Sixth St., Springfield Springfield Area

    217-670-2859
  • Pillsburied: Multiple Resurrections

    Pillsburied: Multiple Resurrections

    Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Continues through Sept. 21

    Springfield Art Association

    700 N. Fourth St., Springfield Springfield Area

    Free

    Third in a series of art exhibits created from and about the ruins of the Pillsbury Mill factory in Springfield. The work includes depictions and interpretations of the abandoned factory, and sculptures and collages created from objects and materials found on site. Also includes artworks rescued from the rubble of the Adams Street fire, where the preceding exhibit was mounted. 217-523-2631
  • 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
  • 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
  • Weekly Card Games

    Weekly Card Games

    Tuesdays, 1-3 p.m. Continues through Nov. 26

    Chatham Area Public Library

    600 E. Spruce St., Chatham Chatham

    Free

    Social seniors needed at our weekly card games! Bring yourself and be ready to meet new people and have fun. Spades and Uno have recently been the games of choice, but new games are always welcome. Meet in the Friends’ Cafe & Bookstore or the Conference Room depending upon what games are being played. 217-483-2713
  • 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
  • Recovery and Rediscovery

    Recovery and Rediscovery

    Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

    Phoenix Center OUT East

    704 S. Dirksen Pkwy., Springfield East Side

    An open meeting rooted in the principles of all 12-step programs where all are welcome, no matter where participants are in their journey. 217-528-5253

  • 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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