FEBRUARY Lilacs and Letters Through March 22. This one-act play features a single actor portraying Walt Whitman, one of America’s most influential poets, as Whitman processes the assassination of Abraham Lincoln and tends to wounded Civil War soldiers. Free with admission. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St., 217-558-8844. Ho Etsu Tauko Drummers Sat., […]
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Black composer’s lost cantata brings Vachel Lindsay poem to life
A four-part festival begins a week from today, inspired by a long-lost cantata set to the poem Abraham Lincoln Walks at Midnight by Springfield’s own Vachel Lindsay. The cantata, by African-American composer Florence Price, was found in Price’s papers 14 years ago and decades after the Chicagoan’s death in 1953. In four separate events, Abraham […]
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Events to feature reading, music, magic and much more
This Saturday the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum is inviting the public to join it for a celebration. The ALPLM will not only mark Lincoln’s birthday, but also celebrate recently earning national accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums. “Qualifying involves months or even years of internal preparation and then evaluation by the alliance,” […]
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New one-act play looks at poet Walt Whitman, Civil War
A new one-act play focuses on one of America’s greatest poets – Walt Whitman – in the days after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. ALPLM actor Zaxxson Nation wrote the play and stars as Whitman (1819-1892) when Whitman was volunteering as a nurse for wounded Union soldiers in Washington, D.C. Besides tending the soldiers’ wounds, […]
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Two-part panel discussion to examine immigration here, U.S.
America is a nation of immigrants. Wave after wave of immigrants built this nation – “the great melting pot” – and put their mark on it. The Citizens Club of Springfield is planning a two-part panel discussion about immigration in the U.S. as well as here in the capital city. “This program aims to highlight […]
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Join local comics to fight homelessness in the community
Experience a night of laughter while helping two amazing local charities at the same time this Saturday as Rx Comedy raises funds for Helping Hands of Springfield and the Animal Protective League. Featured comedians Larry Smith, Richard Bailey, Clay Foley and Dr. Maurice Shaw will be doing their best to fight homelessness in both humans […]
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Series returns to capital city for 32nd year
Molly Schlich Film Series Preview Party Wednesday, Jan. 10, 7 p.m. Springfield Art Association Main Campus 700 N. Fourth St. 217-523-2631 springfieldart.org FILM | Series returns to capital city for 32nd year For eight weeks each year, the Springfield Art Association plays host to eight critically acclaimed films from around the world. The series was […]
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Park district plans night of skating, holiday-themed fun
There’s nothing like gliding across the ice on skates. This Friday night, the whole family can take to the Nelson Center ice for Holiday Ice Jamz, a holiday-themed night of skating and fun hosted by the Springfield Park District. The event will feature music, a hot chocolate bar and even an ugly sweater contest. In […]
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Beatles tribute band to play Fab Four’s hits, Christmas tunes
The music of the Beatles and Christmas meet this Sunday at UIS Performing Arts Center, when Abbey Road presents its one-night show, Christmas With The Beatles. The show, appropriate for all ages, promises to be a magical night of fun as Abbey Road features all of the Beatles’ top songs as well as mash-ups of […]
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Explore Your Community
As events may be canceled or rescheduled at the last moment, please first check with the host or venue when making plans to attend an event. Ongoing Jacksonville Festival of Lights Through-Dec. 31, 5-9pm. This magnificent drive-thru experience will be the festive highlight of the holiday season. Food pantry donations accepted. $10 per car. Morgan […]
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Journey with Clara, prince to magical Kingdom of Sweets
THEATER | Journey with Clara, prince to magical Kingdom of Sweets The magical holiday classic The Nutcracker is a perennial favorite this time of year. Fans of the traditional play about Clara and her Nutcracker Prince will have a chance to see it as early as Dec. 2-3 as two different groups – the Copper […]
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Holiday events calendar
Special Music Events An evening with Emmanuel di Villarosa Fri., Dec. 8, 7:30pm. The world-renowned tenor will present popular arias, Christmas favorites and other selections. Formal attire is encouraged. Hors d’oeuvres and drinks are included. Suggested donation of $25 per person or $40 per couple. The Pharmacy Gallery and Art Space, 623 E. Adams St., […]
