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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
Fall Migration Bird Hikes

Thursdays, 8-9:30 a.m. Continues through Oct. 17

Adams Wildlife Sanctuary

2315 E. Clear Lake Ave., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Nature, Science & Environment

Illinois Audubon Society’s assistant director, Matt Hayes, leads weekly bird hikes during fall migration. Spot migrants as they pass through the area and observe the fall activities of the sanctuary’s resident birds. 217-544-2473
Lit Fest

Sun., Sept. 29, 3-5 p.m., Mon., Sept. 30, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Tue., Oct. 1, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Wed., Oct. 2, 1-2:30 p.m. and Thu., Oct. 3, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Lincoln Land Community College

5250 Shepherd Road, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Books & Authors, Fairs & Festivals, Bulletin Board

Lincoln Land Community College’s Department of English and Humanities will host Lit Fest, a series of live author readings, panel discussions, interactive workshops through Oct. 3. Lit Fest is being held to recognize Banned Books Week, Sept. 22-28, and October, National Book Month. 217-786-2200
Conference on Illinois History

Thu., Oct. 3, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Fri., Oct. 4, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library

112 N. Sixth St., Springfield Downtown

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History

The 26th Conference on Illinois History is an annual conference hosted by the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, highlighting the research of any aspect of Illinois’s history, culture, politics, geography, or archaeology. 217-558-8844
Rod Grant

Thu., Oct. 3, 5-8 p.m.

Columbian Grand Hall Knights of Columbus 364

2200 S. Meadowbrook Road, Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

Music on the KC patio. 2175466524
'Shoes, Brews & Biz

Thu., Oct. 3, 5-9 p.m.

LRS Hangar

820 S. Capital Airport Dr., Springfield North Side

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$20

Bulletin Board

This event showcases the Springfield area's restaurants, breweries and wineries. Enjoy samples while talking to businesses in the Biz Expo, bidding on silent auction items, taking a chance at winning $1,000 and having the rare opportunity to tour the car and motorcycle collection owned by Dick Levi of LRS. Tickets on sale now at www.gscc.org. Must be 21 or older to attend. Presented by The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce and presenting sponsor, Bank and Trust Company. 217-525-1173
The Edwards Family's Neighbors and Servants

Thu., Oct. 3, 6-7:30 p.m.

Edwards Place, Springfield Art Association

700 N. Fourth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

History, Bulletin Board, Lectures & Meetings

Join Edwards Place and the Springfield Art Association as we kick off the free fall lecture series on the everyday folk of 19th century Springfield with a presentation on the Edwards family's neighbors and servants. Curator Sarah Adams will share her research on the neighborhood of Enos Park directly surrounding the Edwards Place mansion, focusing on the neighborhood of 1860 and the people who worked for the Edwards family primarily in the 1860s-1870s. 217-523-2631
Bustin' Loose

Thu., Oct. 3, 6-10 p.m.

Curve Inn

3219 S. Sixth St. Road, Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

217-529-5806
Al Kitchen and Danny Wilson

Thu., Oct. 3, 6-9 p.m. and Tue., Oct. 29, 6-9 p.m.

Mother Road Diner

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

Live Music

217-503-4802
Open mic with John Drake

First Thursday of every month, 7-9:30 p.m. Continues through Dec. 5

Ad Astra Wine and Tapas Bar

308 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

Live Music

Bring your instrument, voice, poetry, spoken word art. Signup is at 6:30pm with music starting at 7. 217-679-1323
Linkin Park Tribute: In The End

Thu., Oct. 3, 7:30-10:30 p.m.

Danenberger Family Vineyards

12341 Irish Road, New Berlin Central Illinois

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$20

Live Music

Danenberger Family Vineyards and NTL Productions present Linkin Park Tribute: In The End with opener Cadence Thursday, October 3rd! Ages | 21 (16+ with parent guardian) Early Entry | 5:30pmDoors | 6:30pmShow | 7:30pm No outside food or beverage is allowed inFull bar available from venueNo RefundsTickets are $5 more the day of the show 217-488-6321
“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
Healing Crystal Bowls Meditation

First Thursday of every month, 6-8 p.m.

Unity of Springfield

417 Cordelia, Springfield Southern View

Faith & Philosophy, Live Music

Immerse yourself in soothing, healing vibrations, sending harmony, peace and balance into our community world. Bring a mat to relax on the floor, if you choose. $15 love offering is suggested, but not required. 523-5897
Board Game Night with Titan Games

First Thursday of every month

The Wakery

5 W. Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield Downtown

Food & Drink

Learn a new game from Titan Games or bring your own. 217-670-2354
Exhibit: Works from Permanent Collection

Mondays-Fridays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through Nov. 1

Lincoln Land Community College

5250 Shepherd Road, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Free

Art & Architecture, Bulletin Board

Lincoln Land Community College is featuring select works from the college’s permanent collection through Nov. 1. The exhibit can be viewed in the Trutter Museum/Murray Gallery, located in Menard Hall. Over the years, the LLCC’s permanent collection has expanded to include artwork created by students and faculty, pieces purchased by the college and generous donations. The collection also now includes a substantial number of pieces from the Trutter family's donation of art and artifacts.Learn more about LLCC’s Trutter Museum/Murray Gallery at www.llcc.edu/trutter-murray. 217-786-2200
"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
"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
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
Entries Open for 2025 National STEM Festival

Through Oct. 20, 6 p.m.

Nature, Science & Environment

Submissions for the 2025 National STEM Festival are open through Oct. 20. Top-scoring students will be named National STEM Champions and earn an expense-paid trip to showcase their projects at the National STEM Festival in Washington, D.C. in March.
5-Mile History Bike Tours

Thursdays, 1 p.m. Continues through Nov. 9

Dana-Thomas House

301 E. Lawrence Ave., Springfield Springfield Area

Donations welcome

History

Ride your own bicycle following a guide on an casual, neighborhood-style bicycle tour of historic sites, including the Black Fire House, Dana-Thomas House, Lincoln Home, Old State Capitol, Lincoln Tomb, and others. Helmets are required. 217-782-6302
Friends of Lincoln Hike

Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. Continues through Nov. 9

Lincoln's Tomb State Historic Site

1500 Monument Ave., Springfield North Side

Donations welcome

History

This 90-minute hike through Oak Ridge Cemetery visits the graves of Abraham Lincoln's friends, neighbors and political associates. Guides will discuss their lives and highlight their interactions with the 16th president. Comfortable shoes and water recommended. 217-782-6302
Buzz Bomb Board Games w/Lincoln Library

First Thursday of every month, 7-9 p.m. Continues through Dec. 6

Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.

406 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Bulletin Board

Enjoy a night of beer and wide-ranging collection of board games to choose from. Join up with other attendees or come with your own group of players. Borrow one of our games, or bring your own if you have a favorite. Event is for adults 21 and older.
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 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
Staying Connected Al-Anon

Thursdays, 5:15 p.m.

Via Zoom

Springfield, Springfield Springfield Area

Lectures & Meetings, Health & Fitness, Bulletin Board

Zoom only. Call for link. 217-415-3489, 217-652-8131
It's an Inside Job AFG Al-Anon

Thursdays, 5:15 p.m.

St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church

700 E. Spruce St., Chatham Chatham

Lectures & Meetings

Enter through the northeast door. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-280-0220
Step Into Recovery Group

Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Phoenix Center: Out On Second

120 E. Scarritt St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Health & Fitness, Bulletin Board

A 12-step recovery group for LGBTQ+ and allies. This group is for anyone struggling with alcohol, chemical, or process addictions. 217-414-8953
Nar-Anon Family Group

Thursdays, 6 p.m.

Laurel United Methodist Church

631 S. Grand Ave. W., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Bulletin Board

A 12-step support group for those dealing with an addiction problem of a family member or friend. Leave a message if no answer. 217-891-5565
J.C.B. Entertainment Karaoke

Thursdays, 6-10 p.m.

La Fiesta Chatham

6901 Preston Dr., Springfield Chatham

Live Music

Karaoke every Thursday. 217-697-5588
McBrian Lincoln-Douglas Toastmaster Club

Thursdays, 6 p.m.

Red School Mall

1275 Wabash, Springfield Jerome

Lectures & Meetings

The club is dedicated to the development of communication and leadership skills.