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Springfield Uketopians

Second Saturday of every month, 12-2 p.m.

Stella Coffee & Tea

1135 W. Governor St., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Live Music

Beginners are welcome. 262-622-3151
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
Friends of Sherman Library Book Sale

Thu., Oct. 10, 4-7 p.m., Fri., Oct. 11, 3-7 p.m. and Sat., Oct. 12, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Seaney's Greenhouse

100 Illini Blvd., Sherman Sherman

Books & Authors, Bulletin Board

Most books are priced at $1 or less. On Saturday, fill a bag for $5. All proceeds go to support the Friends of Sherman Public Library District. Contact the library to purchase a $5 early bird tickets for the preview sale Oct. 10. 217-496-2496
RISE Professional Clothing Drive Donation Day, Distribution

Fri., Oct. 11, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sat., Oct. 12, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Lincoln Land Community College

5250 Shepherd Road, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

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Free

Bulletin Board

Two-day event. Donate clean, gently used, professional clothing items with no holes or stains for those in need. Examples include dresses, skirts, suits, slacks, khakis, blouses, etc. All donated clothing will be available for community members to pick up Oct. 12 from 9am to 3pm. Any clothing left will be donated to local organizations. Contact RISE at gscc.org for more information. 217-786-2200
"Collaboration"

Fridays, Saturdays, 12-6 p.m. Continues through Oct. 12

The Pharmacy Gallery and Art Space

623 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Art & Architecture

Stop in and peruse the current exhibit, "Collaboration." It continues thru October. 217-720-2222
Blue Note Quintet with Buddy Rogers

Fri., Oct. 11, 7-10 p.m. and Sat., Oct. 12, 7-10 p.m.

Lime Street Cafe

951 S. Durkin Dr., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

Live jazz featuring saxophonist Buddy Rogers. 217-793-1905
Aristocracy Hill Ghost Walk

Fri., Oct. 11, 7:30 p.m., Sat., Oct. 12, 7:30 p.m., Fri., Oct. 18, 7:30 p.m., Sat., Oct. 19, 7:30 p.m., Fri., Oct. 25, 7:30 p.m. and Thu., Oct. 31, 7:30 p.m.

The Inn at 835

835 S. Second St., Springfield Springfield Area

$10

History, Holiday Happenings

Hear haunted tales from this old neighborhood on this two-hour walk. Exact change all tours. 217-502-8687
Bird Hike

Saturdays, 8-9 a.m. Continues through Oct. 12

Lincoln Memorial Garden

2301 E. Lake Shore Dr., Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Free

Nature, Science & Environment

Local birder Kevin Veara will lead a group in search of migrating birds. Hikes start at the Nature Center and are open to public. All levels of birders welcome. 217-529-1111
Blood Drive

Sat., Oct. 12, 9 a.m.

Stella Coffee & Tea

1135 W. Governor St., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Bulletin Board

Call ImpactLife at 800-747-5401 or visit bloodcenter.org to sign up. Donors will receive a gift card, a donation to a food bank in their honor and other prizes. Sponsored by Stella Coffee & Tea, Illinois Eagle and Impact Life. 262-622-3151
Level Up Series - Career Success Workshop

Sat., Oct. 12, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

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Free

Lectures & Meetings

Level Up Series - Career Success WorkshopThe “Level Up Series” is a webinar modular series for diverse educators facilitated by diverse educators. (The training is free of charge.)Call or Text (281) 265-2473REGISTER HERE: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvdeqvrz0tGtYMi_BmpZXnbTy4_9AfCFwV#/registrationOctober 5, 12, and 19 from 9am – 10:30am, CST (281) 265-2473
Wooden It Be Lovely fall furniture sale

Sat., Oct. 12, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and Sun., Oct. 13, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Wooden It Be Lovely

501 S. Douglas Ave., Springfield North Side

Free to attend

Fundraisers and Galas, Bulletin Board

This annual two-day sale of hand-painted furniture supports women survivors. 217-606-5307
Spring Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant 100th Anniversary Open House

Sat., Oct. 12, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Spring Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant

3000 N. Eighth St., Springfield North Side

Free

Bulletin Board

Wastewater treatment is something that most people don’t think about a lot, but it is critical to the well-being of the community. The Sangamon County Water Reclamation District will celebrate its 100th anniversary with an open house. Visitors will be given guided tours of the Spring Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant and will learn how the wastewater treatment process works. Hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, drinks and kid’s treat bags will be available at the conclusion of the tour. 217-572- 1102
Family and Friends in the Park

Sat., Oct. 12, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Duncan Park

200 N. MacArthur Blvd., Springfield Springfield Area

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Health & Fitness, Food & Drink, Bulletin Board

Enjoy local resources, health screenings, food, music and fun. Learn pickleball. All ages and skill levels welcome. Register online.
Trunk or Treat at Prairie State Bank & Trust - Jacksonville

Sat., Oct. 12, 2 p.m.

Hilltop Nursery and Landscaping Co.

4739 S. Williamsville Road, Sherman Sherman

Holiday Happenings

Attention all ghosts and goblins! Join us for a spooktacular Trunk or Treat Drive-Thru event at our Jacksonville branch.From candy to costumes, this is an event you won't want to miss. Grab your little monsters and come join in the Halloween fun!This is a drive-thru event. The map of the route will be posted closer to this event. 217-629-7506
Trunk or Treat

Sat., Oct. 12, 2 p.m.

Hilltop Nursery and Landscaping Co.

4739 S. Williamsville Road, Sherman Sherman

Free

Children's Corner, Holiday Happenings

Show off those Halloween costumes and enjoy some spooky family fun. 217-629-7506
John Drake

Sat., Oct. 12, 2:30-4:30 p.m.

Cypress Grove Brewing

1414 N. 2400 East Road, Assumption Central Illinois

Live Music

John Drake plays roots, Americana, blues and classic rock. 217-254-9374
The Glow Up! Water Lantern Fest and Photo Sessions

Sat., Oct. 12, 3-8 p.m.

Conservation World, Illinois State Fairgrounds

One Natural Resources Way, Springfield Springfield Area

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$5-15

Fairs & Festivals, Fundraisers for Families, Nature, Science & Environment

Design a water lantern and send it afloat at any time or join the mass release at 7pm. Professional photographers will have unique mini-sessions offered throughout the grounds. Get a fall family photo, a Halloween spooky session or whatever you want to arrange. Food trucks all day and live music by Devin Williams from 5-7pm. It's a day of fun for the whole family! Only 500 lanterns available; $10 advance/$15 day of, or just $5 without lantern. A portion of proceeds will go to Forever Home Feline Ranch. 217-361-5678
Sunshine Daydream

Sat., Oct. 12, 4-8 p.m.

Prop Club

264 Maple Grove Lane, Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Live Music

Lake Springfield’s Prop Club Annual Burger Bash with Sunshine Daydream - Grateful Dead Tribute. Food and cold drinks available for purchase. No outside alcohol. 217-529-4901
Coming Out Day Party

Sat., Oct. 12, 5 p.m.

Ad Astra Wine and Tapas Bar

308 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

Bulletin Board

Join us on October 12 for our second annual National Coming Out Day party! This event is a celebration of love, acceptance, and pride within our community. National Coming Out Day is a significant day dedicated to raising awareness about the LGBTQ+ community and the importance of coming out. It encourages individuals to embrace their true selves and share their identities with the world.To make this day even more special, we're offering a variety of Pride-themed drinks and specials. Our talented bartenders have crafted unique cocktails that reflect the vibrant spirit of Pride. Enjoy these delicious creations as you… (217) 679-1323
Roxschool

Sat., Oct. 12, 6-10 p.m.

Curve Inn

3219 S. Sixth St. Road, Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

217-529-5806
Children's Halloween Party

Sat., Oct. 12, 6-9 p.m.

Hill Prairie Winery

23753 Lounsberry Road, Oakford Central Illinois

$5, children 2 and younger free

Holiday Happenings

Catering to grade-school aged children and under. However, all ages are welcome and the winery will be open for adult fun as well. Carnival games, hay-rack rides, weenie roast, face painting, balloon twisting, bounce house, bake sale, pumpkin painting, costume contest and more. Bring a bag for candy and prizes. Fun for the whole family, and don't forget to wear your costume! 217-670-3070
Widjiwagan Haunted Trails 2024

Sat., Oct. 12, 6-9 p.m.

Camp Widjiwagan

71 Wienold Lane, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

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$8

Holiday Happenings

Get into the Halloween spirit ... camp style. Channel your inner mad scientist with spooky experiments while waiting for your turn on the haunted trail. Meet a cast of adoptable black cats from Forever Home Feline Ranch. Dig your claws into Halloween themed snacks. This is a family-friendly event so register all your favorite ghouls and goblins. Bring your flashlight for a not-so-spooky evening at camp. Register by Sep. 29 at bit.ly/EventCalendar2024-2025! 888-623-1237
Curt Smith

Sat., Oct. 12, 6-8 p.m.

Docs Just Off 66

133 S. Second St., Girard Central Illinois

Live Music

Curt Smith will play some great tunes from the past. 217-627-3491
Date Night with It Takes Four to Tango

Sat., Oct. 12, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

UIS Studio Theatre

One University Plaza, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

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$17-$21

Special Music Events

The UIS Music Faculty String Quartet will share and discuss dance traditions from around the world, with emphasis on the tango. Featured composers include Carlos Gardel, Astor Piazzolla, Dmitri Shostakovich and Goran Bregovic, and others. Part of the Date Night series. 217-206-6160
SmoothTimes

Sat., Oct. 12, 7-10 p.m.

American Legion Post 809

1800 E. Capitol Ave., Springfield Springfield Area

$5

Live Music

Hear one of Springfield’s up and coming cover bands as it plays some great funk and R&B music. 217-522-3110
Cherry & Jerry

Sat., Oct. 12, 7-10 p.m.

Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.

406 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Live Music

Step back in time as Cherry and Jerry perform hit tunes and rarely played gems from the ragtime era. Cherry & Jerry is Isaac Cherry on percussion and Jerry Rabushka on piano. They focus mainly on music from 1900 to 1920: ragtime, early blues and jazz.
Bee Gees Now!

Sat., Oct. 12, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

UIS Performing Arts Center

One University Plaza, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Get Tickets
$25-$74

Live Music

The New York Bee Gees delivers songs from every decade of the Bee Gees catalog from Stayin’ Alive and Night Fever to To Love Somebody and Massachusetts with stunning production, powerful vocals and professional stage presence. 217-206-6160
Comic Invasion

Sat., Oct. 12, 7:30 p.m.

Golden Fox Brewing

2874 N. Dinneen St., Decatur Decatur

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$18

Theater & Comedy

Lineup includes headliner Will O'Donnell and TV show host Jeff Batts. Show being filmed for TV series. 217-330-9993
Lick Creek

Sat., Oct. 12, 8 p.m.

Martin Lanes

332 State St., Roodhouse Central Illinois

Live Music

217-370-5470
Brushville

Sat., Oct. 12, 8 p.m.

Route 66 MotorHeads Bar & Grill, Museum & Entertainment Complex

600 Toronto Road, Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

217-679-7323