Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum’s magnificent Plaza, the center rotunda of the museum, offers a spectacular backdrop for elegant receptions. Couples may choose to be introduced from the White House replica. Catering is available or couples may bring in outside catering for an additional charge. The library […]
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Molly Schlich International & Independent Film Series
For the 31st year the Springfield Art Association is sponsoring the Molly Schlich International & Independent Film Series, the proceeds from which benefit its Michael Victor II Art Library. The series was created by Molly Schlich, a local resident who was passionate about international films and devoted to bringing entertaining and challenging films to Springfield. […]
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Quality-of-life services
In keeping with its mission to serve senior citizens with non-medical services to promote independent living and enrich their quality of life, Senior Services of Central Illinois is offering a variety of classes, services and discounted travel opportunities for persons age 50 and older living in Sangamon, Logan, Mason and Menard counties. The offerings support […]
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A celebration of the arts
First Night Springfield is on again this year and the Springfield Area Arts Council has planned a celebratory evening with some great partners that have been working to make this night memorable. Hoogland Center for the Arts will start the party by hosting free children’s activities and crafts, such as designing bead bracelets and creating […]
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A conversation with the new UIS chancellor
Janet Gooch, a higher education educator with a strong history of leadership in diversity, equity and inclusion, is the seventh chancellor of the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS). She previously served as executive vice president for academic affairs and provost at Truman State University. John Allen, a retired educator and longtime Citizens Club board member, […]
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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 Winter Holiday Floral Show Mon.-Fri. 12-4pm. Sat.-Sun. 12-5pm. Through Dec. 21. Enjoy over 500 poinsettias nestled among the decorated fresh evergreens and lush tropical foliage. Free. Washington Park Botanical […]
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Jingle Bells Spectacular
Springfield Park District has upped its game and added the Jingle Bells Spectacular to its ever-popular Caroling at the Carillon annual holiday event. The festivities begin at 3 p.m. with doughnuts and apple cider, courtesy of the Apple Barn, and kid-friendly activities, crafts and games. Afterwards you can gather around a roaring bonfire and sing […]
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I knew in a moment it must be St. Nick
Santa Claus is going to be one busy ol’ elf on Saturday, Dec. 3. If you head out to Clayville Historic Site near Pleasant Plains, you can join him in a cup of hot chocolate from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Stop by the Edwards Place from 1-4 p.m. and you may find him decked out in […]
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Head downtown for the holidays
The excitement of the holiday season returns to downtown this year during the annual Memorial Holiday Fest and the Old Capitol Holiday Walks. Staff and volunteers with Springfield Memorial Foundation and Downtown Springfield, Inc. have outdone themselves once again to make this holiday season as merry and bright as ever. With so much to do, […]
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Winter family fun
Ansar Shrine Circus Nov. 11 – Nov. 13. Come one, come all to the greatest show in three rings. Adults $15, ages 12 and under $8. BOS Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 800-745-3000. Baby Shark Live! The Christmas Show Nov. 11, 6pm. Journey into the sea for the holidays to sing and dance through some of your favorite […]
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Backyard bird feeding
The Springfield Audubon Society was created in 1932 as the Springfield Nature League. Since its inception the society has offered nature hikes, classes and educational tours. It eventually affiliated with the National Audubon Society while continuing to sponsor nature-related events including spring bird counts. It also began working in conjunction with the Illinois Audubon Society […]
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Commemoration and honor
The armistice signed between the Allies of World War I and Germany at Compiègne, France, took effect at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918. Armistice Day is now a national holiday in many Allied nations; in the United States it is celebrated as Veterans Day. The Illinois Department […]
