IT Picks

For the past five years, the District 186 visual arts program has partnered with the Springfield Art Association (SAA) to highlight the artistic accomplishments of the district’s students with special needs. The “ART is Exceptional” exhibit is a celebration of those accomplishments. The artwork – over 60 pieces of two- and three-dimensional works by students […]

Nora Moore Lloyd, who grew up in Chicago and is an enrolled member of the Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe Nation, focuses her artwork on Indigenous cultures, nature and community, and family history through traditional storytelling and photography. Her work, now on display in the Illinois State Museum’s exhibit, “Human/Nature: The weight of our actions on […]

It’s going to be a great weekend to get in the Christmas spirit with some classic holiday movies. The Legacy Theatre is showing two traditional films that have been enjoyed for generations. On Friday, you can experience all the warm feelings with the 1946 American Christmas fantasy drama, It’s a Wonderful Life. Follow George Bailey […]

The Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation (ILBCF) and University of Illinois Springfield will convene its fourth speaker series session which will be on ILBCF’s Pillar III, which focuses on eliminating the Black community’s barriers to economic access, equity and opportunity. Attention will be given to legislation that addresses banking and investment, economic mobility, small business […]

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 […]