Molly Schlich Film Series Preview Party Wednesday, Jan. 8, 7 p.m. Springfield Art Association Main Campus 700 N. Fourth St. 217-523-2631 springfieldart.org Each year, the Springfield Art Association plays host to eight critically acclaimed films from around the world. The series was created by Molly Schlich, a local resident who was passionate about international films and […]
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Annual downtown event rings in the new year in style
Head downtown on New Year’s Eve for this annual family-friendly event at four iconic locations. This year’s event features children’s activities, a special around-the-world midnight countdown with confetti cannons at ALPLM, ice skating at Union Square Park, tours with live music at the Dana-Thomas House and a dazzling fireworks spectacular. In its 38th year, this […]
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Two timeless classics return to big screen
The Legacy Theatre is doing it again. This time it is bringing not one but two timeless film classics to the big screen this weekend. Here’s your chance to see Frank Capra’s 1946 holiday favorite It’s a Wonderful Life, starring Jimmy Stewart, on Dec. 20 followed by the 1944 MGM love story Meet Me in […]
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Hear arias, Christmas classics in second annual fundraiser
Area music lovers once again have a chance to experience some incredible talent in an intimate venue while helping a local nonprofit. On Dec. 21, hear world-renowned tenor Emmanuel di Villarosa perform famous arias and Christmas classics. Di Villarosa, a native of New York, moved to Springfield in 2021 after many years of performing in […]
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Former Pillsbury employees to gather for photograph
Former Pillsbury employees and family members are invited to “One Last Group Photo” at the Pillsbury Mill site. Moving Pillsbury Forward is moving ahead with requests for proposals on both remediation and demolition of site structures now that all compliance reviews have been completed. The image will be taken in front of the employee names […]
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Novel by Katherine Vaz set in historic Jacksonville
A new novel released last week in paperback is based on the true story of a Portuguese family that settled in Jacksonville in the 1800s. Katherine Vaz, a former Claridge writer-in-residence at Illinois College, will talk about Above the Salt and “the surprising turns in the road while researching this incredible tale of survival, heartache, […]
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Adult film star returns to area with comedy show
Adult film star turned stand-up comedian Stormy Daniels has been traveling the country performing shows. This Monday, Veterans Day, she’ll appear at the Backroom Lounge in Riverton with special guests the Copenhagen Bandit and Nina Kern. Daniels, 45, is the main figure in the hush money case against former President Donald Trump. Earlier this year, […]
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Area artists, businesses and organizations to be honored
For the 22nd year, this ceremony will recognize outstanding talent and dedication to the arts in Sangamon and Morgan counties – the area served by the Springfield Area Arts Council. This elegant afternoon event, hosted by Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher and the arts council, will honor exceptional artists, organizations and businesses that enrich the area’s […]
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Exiled barber returns for revenge in 19th century London
Sweeney Todd Oct. 25-27, Nov. 1-3 Hoogland Center for the Arts 420 S. Sixth St. 217-523-2787 hcfta.org Sweeney Todd, also known as Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, has become a worldwide success since its Broadway premiere in 1979. It’s the fictional tale of Sweeney Todd, an unjustly exiled barber who returns to […]
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Learn about future plans for downtown and the medical district
Coming up next week are two opportunities to learn all about a master plan being developed for downtown Springfield and the city’s Mid-Illinois Medical District. The meetings, both free and open to the public, are set for 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the Memorial Learning Center and 8 a.m. Friday at the Hoogland Center for the […]
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Help outfit local professionals in need of work clothes
In this annual two-day event organized by RISE Springfield, area residents can help outfit their fellow community members in need of professional work clothing. On Fri., Oct. 11, donate clean, gently used professional clothing items with no holes or stains for those in need. Examples of needed clothing include dresses, skirts, suits, slacks, khakis, blouses, […]
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Annual event supports programs that help veterans
This seventh annual event will raise awareness of homelessness among the nation’s veterans and the ongoing challenges they face each day. It’s not too late to help out in this fundraiser for Fifth Street Renaissance/SARA Center programs. According to organizers, boxes will be provided on site or will available in advance. Camp in a simple […]
