Sparc232 Bruns Ln., 792-2100 Sparc’s many programs for developmentally disabled adults do just what their mission entails: improve the quality of their lives. These programs include residential support, supported living, developmental training, respite, supported employment, family support and the Epilepsy Support Center. Wish List: Educational games for adults with developmental disabilities Please check out the […]
Courtney Enlow
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First-season phenoms
Even the most-“seasoned” TV watchers can’t catch it all, making gift-giving all the easier for you. This year, get them hooked on something new with an award-winning first season of one of TV’s top shows. You get credit for finding their new favorite – and they’re in charge of catching up. Six Feet Under: The […]
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Community Wish List for 11/12/2009
Lend a hand to these central Illinois organizations this holiday season. Check Illinois Times next week for more local wish lists. Send lists to holidaywishlist@illinoistimes.com Mini O’Beirne Crisis Nursery1011 N. 7th St., 525-6800 Started in 1989 with a mission to prevent child abuse and neglect, the Mini O’Beirne Crisis Nursery provides free emergency, temporary care, […]
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Man vs. good lord, my mouth’s on fire
Wednesday, watch as Man vs. Food’s Adam Richman eschews “chili” for chilLi the Springfield way. In the Springfield-based episode, taped in July, Richman visits Springfield favorites D’Arcy’s Pint and Cozy Dog Drive-In, sampling local delicacies such as the horseshoe and hot dog on a stick. The titular premise, however, comes into play when he visits […]
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Chuck Koplinski interviews Mike Kortlander
IT film critic Chuck Koplinski interviews Mike Kortlander, director of “The Dying Western”, which played in the Route 66 International Film Festival.
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Chuck Koplinski interviews Doug Jones and Katlyn Carlson
Illinois Times film critic Chuck Koplinski interviews Doug Jones (“Hellboy”, “Pan’s Labyrinth”) and Katlyn Carlson, stars of the indie feature “My Name is Jerry”, winner of Best Comedy Feature at the Route 66 International Film Festival.
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Chuck Koplinski interviews director Sam Holdren
Illinois Times film critic Chuck Koplinski interviews Sam Holdren, director of the film “The Paradigm Shift”, playing in the Route 66 International Film Festival. “The Paradigm Shift” is playing in Session #7 of the fest on Sunday, September 20. Session #7 begins at 9:30 am.
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Chuck Koplinski interviews Oscar Piloto and Alfonso Corona
IT film critic Chuck Koplinski interviews star Oscar Piloto and director Alfonso Corona (both are co-producers) of the short film “Dixon’s Girl” at the Route 66 International Film Festival.
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Chuck Koplinski interviews Brian Dobrik
IT film critic Chuck Koplinski interviews Brian Dobrik, director of the indie short “Robert Shaw”, playing in the Route 66 International Film Festival.
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Chuck Koplinski interviews Dominique Schilling
Illinois Times film critic Chuck Koplinski interviews Dominique Schilling, director of the film “Business As Usual”, playing in the Route 66 International Film Festival.
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Chuck Koplinski interviews directors and star of Sinnerman
Illinois Times film critic Chuck Koplinski interviews Travis Pittman and Kelly Daniela Norris, co-directors, and Matthew Cadet, star of the film “Sinnerman”, playing in the Route 66 International Film Festival.
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Chuck Koplinski interviews Lynelle White
Illinois Times film critic Chuck Koplinski interviews Lynelle White, director of the film “And Seven Hours Later”, playing in the Route 66 International Film Festival.
