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Need a new family holiday tradition? Check out TubaChristmas at White Oaks Mall on Saturday, Dec. 11. This year marks the 48th anniversary of the TubaChristmas concerts which are presented throughout the world. The event was conceived in 1974 by Harvey Phillips as a tribute to his tuba teacher and mentor, William J. Bell, who […]

Illinois Times scored an exclusive interview with Santa Claus just in time for his upcoming virtual appearance at The Muni, and boy, did we get the scoop on the old guy. Did you know that, although he says he feels pretty lucky with his job of flying around the world delivering cheer, his first job […]

Downtown Springfield, Inc. (DSI) has teamed up with some great partners and sponsors, including the Memorial Holiday Fest, to celebrate the season in the heart of the community this year. Visit downtown Springfield to experience a winter wonderland with decorated trees and wreaths, visits with Santa, ice skating, arts and crafts and more. Stop by […]

Mezzo-soprano Emily Wheeler, who has frequented the operatic and choral stages, will open this year’s season of First Presbyterian Church’s annual Brown Bag Concert Series. The free lunchtime concerts are offered on Wednesdays during Advent. In addition to Wheeler, this year’s lineup includes vocalist Logan Campbell, organist Trevor Good and musician Chet Lord-Remmert. The First […]

Come one, come all, to the greatest show in three rings. Equestrian ringmaster Andre McClain, with his dazzling personality, will open the show and introduce all of the marvelous acts. You will be amazed at the effortless grace of the high-flying family and friends of the The Flying Cortes Family Spectacular Trapeze Act. Watch with […]

Phoenix Center, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting equality, well-being and social and educational growth for LGBTQ individuals in central Illinois, has opened a new resource center and retail space. OUT on Adams will have LGBTQ resources available, such as information regarding local medical providers, materials addressing how to support LGBTQ individuals and the services offered […]

Betsy Dollar serves as the executive director of the Springfield Art Association and has worked both as a commercial artist and a fine artist. She works primarily in handmade paper and is known for her works that span from functional handmade books to large-scale immersive installations. Her work can be found in both private and […]

The Mid-America Horse Show Association is sponsoring its final show of the year in the Coliseum at the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Incorporated in 1939, the nonprofit association is a charter member of the American Saddlebred Horse Association and is affiliated with the United States Equestrian Federation and the Horsemen’s Council of Illinois. It is committed […]

Terrain Biennial is an international exhibition of site-specific art made for front yards, empty lots, balconies and porches. Artists repurpose those private spaces and turn them into public exhibition spaces to foster dialogue between neighbors and to also offer new perspectives for both the artists and viewers alike to experience. The 2019 biennial featured over […]

Riley Green, winner of the Academy of Country Music’s 2020 New Male Artist of the Year award, had been scheduled to play at this past summer’s Sangamon County Fair. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, the show was canceled. As a gesture to show their appreciation to all their supporters, the good folks at the county […]

The Jacksonville Area Museum, a new institution showcasing the community’s unique heritage and culture, will officially open to the public on Saturday. Located in the old post office building, the museum will use original artifacts and storytelling exhibits to show why Jacksonville is a one-of-a-kind community. The exhibits prepared for the opening will feature institutions, […]

The Animal Protective League (APL) will hold its annual Upscale Collectible Sale this Friday and Saturday at White Oaks Mall in the upper level of the space previously occupied by Bergner’s. The sale will include furniture, antiques, jewelry, tools, home décor, books, movies, holiday items and toys – a two-year accumulation of donated items. All […]