Males age 15 and older are welcome to attend a free event focused on physical and mental wellness. The event includes lunch and health screenings. COVID-19 testing and vaccinations will also be available. Speakers to discuss nutrition, prevention and wellness include internal medicine specialist, Dr. Winston Townsend, medical director of Memorial Weight Loss and Wellness […]
Stacie Lewis
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Music for the fall
Springfield’s music scene is as revved up as ever, and there’s no end in sight. From classic country to electric holiday rock music, the offerings are always diverse – which is what we’ve come to expect around here – and this season’s lineup does not disappoint. Billy Bob Thornton and the Boxmasters are kicking off […]
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Fall theater
The cicadas are singing their late summer serenade and that means things are just starting to heat up again on the theater scene. This season’s stage offerings range from new and classic tales, personal stories and dance to comedy. The UIS Performing Arts Center gets the season underway on Sept. 24 with actor, comedian and […]
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Fall Guide Events
Walk, Hike and Bike History Illinois Department of Natural Resource’s Walk, Hike and Bike History is a series of inspiring outdoor experiences that connect you to must-see museums and monuments in the capital city. Friends of Lincoln Hike Wednesdays at 10am. Saturdays at 3pm. A 90-minute walk through the hills of Oak Ridge Cemetery. Lincoln […]
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Look, up in the sky
In celebration of its 75 years of operation, the Decatur Airport, a Decatur Park District property, is hosting a two-day air show. The show will consist of both civilian and military performers. You will be able to see the precision aerial maneuvers of the U.S. Air Force A-10 Demonstration Team, the strict coordination of the […]
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Waking up the grandstand
The folks at the Illinois State Fair have been planning a comeback and they have packed a lot of fun into its 10 days – livestock shows, concerts, midway rides and attractions, harness and auto races and, of course, food, lots of food. To get the party started, the rock music supergroup, Sammy Hagar and […]
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Family event calendar
Bingo! night Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30pm. Ages 8 and older. Hosted by the Springfield Park District. Call for more information. Free. Erin’s Pavilion, Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St., 217-585-2941. Illinois State Fair Aug. 12-22. It’s back. Entertainment, grandstand shows, midway, exhibits, agricultural shows and more. Admission. Visit the Facebook page for event updates. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon […]
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Live Music 07-29-21
Thursday Jul 29 Brandon Santini, Curve Inn, 6-9pm Karaoke with Debbie Cakes, Curve Inn, 7-11pm Jeff Young and the Bad Grandpas, Koo Koo’s Nest, 8:30-11:30pm J.C.B. Entertainment Karaoke, La Fiesta Chatham, 7-11pm Open mic with Jim Ackerman, Wings Etc, 6-9pm Friday Jul 30 Dave Lumsden, Anchors Away, 8-10pm For the Love of Lennon, The Blue […]
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Over 50 participating employers
The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce’s biannual job fair offers a great opportunity for job seekers to market themselves and be recognized by some of the area’s best employers. Over 50 businesses and organizations have signed up to participate at Tuesday’s fair and the industries represented include retail, agriculture, education, media, manufacturing and health care. […]
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Stoneman Sprint Triathlon, Abe’s Olympic and Route 66 Half Tri
If you have been training and are up for a triathlon, Tri Harder Promotions has several challenging opportunities taking place on Saturday. With staggered start times, they have been able to fit three races into the day. The day will begin with the mother of all the races, the Route 66 Half Tri, a 1.2-mile […]
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Federal coronavirus recovery funds
The Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds will deliver $350 billion for state, local, territorial and tribal governments to respond to the COVID-19 emergency and bring back jobs. The funds provide substantial flexibility to meet local needs, as well as water, sewer and broadband infrastructure. Join in one of the first conversations regarding the […]
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The rhythm of Afro culture
The celebration of Ghana’s historic homecoming has finally made its way into central Illinois. Afrochella, the festival that showcases and celebrates the diversity of Afro culture through art, entertainment and entrepreneurship, was conceived as a simple food festival in 2015 in Accra, Ghana, in West Africa. The annual event took flight in 2019 when it […]
