Events

Al Kitchen

Mon., Dec. 16, 6-9 p.m.

Route 66 Motorheads Bar, Grill and Museum

600 Toronto Road, Springfield Springfield Area

free

Live Music

Live music and dancing 217-679-7323

Movie Night: Rocketman

Mon., Dec. 16, 6:30 p.m.

Jacksonville Public Library

201 W. College Ave., Jacksonville Jacksonville

Free

Film & Television

Young Reginald Dwight changes his name to Elton John and collaborates with singer-songwriter Bernie Taupin to become one of the most iconic figures in pop history. Set to his most beloved songs, it's the epic musical story of Elton John, his breakthrough years in the 1970s and his fantastical transformation from shy piano prodigy to international superstar. 217-243-5435

Lil' Higgy & The House Reckers

Mon., Dec. 16, 7 p.m.

The Alamo

115 N. Fifth St., Springfield Downtown

Live Music

Blue Monday 217-523-1455

Glass Blown Ornament Workshop

Mon., Dec. 16, 1-4 p.m. and Thu., Dec. 19, 6-9 p.m.

Springfield Art Association

700 N. Fourth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Art & Architecture

217-523-2631

PFLAG monthly meeting

Mon., Dec. 16, 7 p.m.

Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation

745 Woodside Road, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Lectures & Meetings

217-585-9550

Cook n' Karaoke

Mon., Dec. 16, 8 p.m.-12 a.m., Tue., Dec. 17, 8 p.m.-12 a.m., Wed., Dec. 18, 8 p.m.-12 a.m., Thu., Dec. 19, 8 p.m.-12 a.m., Fri., Dec. 20, 8 p.m.-12 a.m. and Sat., Dec. 21, 8 p.m.-12 a.m.

Pier 55

1225 Toronto Road, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Special Music Events

Come out and enjoy the fun, you will be glad you did 217-585-241

Rock and Rolled

Mondays-Saturdays, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Sundays, 12-4:30 p.m. Continues through March 2

Illinois State Museum

502 S. Spring St., Springfield Downtown

Special Music Events, Nature, Science & Environment

Imagine a museum exhibition inspired by the music that we love from the last fifty years. It would feature painting, photography, sculpture, installation and illustrations. Then we pair the art with rocks, minerals, fossils and meteorites from our world renowned Geology Collection at the Illinois State Museum. This is ROCKED & ROLLED! A celebration of music that has defined the culture combined with timeless geological specimens embodying the structure of the earth from our permanent collection. Featuring the artwork of Daniel McAdam, Judy & Bill Anderson, Yams, Christine Duray, Warren Linn, Larry Brogan, Dylan Fish, Plastic Crimewave, John Spear, Mac… 217-782-7386

Eleanor Spiess-Ferris: Daphne's Sister

Mondays-Saturdays, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Sundays, 12-4:30 p.m. Continues through Feb. 16

Illinois State Museum

502 S. Spring St., Springfield Downtown

Art & Architecture

Paintings and drawings trace the development of the artist's distinctive figures across her career. Curated by Doug Stapleton. Museum admission. 217-782-7386

Faux Real Exhibition

Saturdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through Dec. 20

M.G. Nelson Family Gallery

700 N. Fourth Street, Springfield Springfield Area

Free.

Art & Architecture

Mixed media pieces by artist Anna Kell, an associate professor of Art and Art History at Bucknell University in Lewisburg, PA. 217-523-2631

Santa House

Saturdays, Sundays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and Mondays-Fridays, 5-8 p.m. Continues through Dec. 20

Robin Roberts Stadium

1415 N. Grand Ave. E., Springfield North Side

Children's Corner, Holiday Happenings

The Springfield Park District tradition continues in 2019 when Santa will arrive at his home away from the North Pole at Robin Roberts Stadium. A local tradition for more than 40 years! This is a great opportunity for the kiddos to see Santa, snap a photo yourself for free or let us take one for you for only $5.00. You can bring your pups, too so they can get a photo with Santa as well! December 7th - December 22nd Robin Roberts Stadium, Springfield, IL Mondays - Fridays: 5:00pm - 8:00pm Saturdays & Sundays: 11:00am - 6:00pm $5.00 photos with… 217-753-0700

Winter Holiday Floral Show

Saturdays, Sundays, 12-5 p.m. and Mondays-Fridays, 12-4 p.m. Continues through Dec. 22

Washington Park Botanical Garden

1740 W. Fayette Ave., Springfield Leland Grove

Nature, Science & Environment

217-546-4116

Community Yoga

Mondays, 5:15-6:30 p.m. Continues through Dec. 30

Family Service Center

710 E. Vine St., Springfield Clearlake

Health

Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat. A few mats are available to borrow. Open to any adult and all skill levels, but the class is geared toward beginners. Free, but donations to the instructor are welcome. 217-528-8406

Sex Addicts Anonymous

Mondays, Thursdays, 6-7 p.m. Continues through Dec. 31

TBD

No Address, Springfield Springfield Area

Bulletin Board

A 12-step meeting for those seeking freedom from addictive or compulsive sexual behavior. Confidentiality assured. Email springfieldsaa@gmail.com or call 217-306-7335 for meeting location.

Karaoke

Mondays, 8 p.m. Continues through Dec. 30

Big Shots Bar

2000 Peoria Road, Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

217-679-3386

Open mic

Mondays, 9-11:59 p.m.

Craft Beer Bar

430 Monroe St., Springfield Downtown

Live Music

Open mic every Monday 9-12

The Great Cookie Debate

Tue., Dec. 17, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Family Communication Centers

729 S. 9th St., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Holiday Happenings

Everyone is welcome to help bake, share and eat holiday cookies. 217-717-0195

Children's Holiday Book Giveaway

Tue., Dec. 17, 2:30-5 p.m.

Family Communication Centers

729 S. 9th St., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Children's Corner

Select books and wrap them for holiday gifts. Enjoy some cookies while you look. 217-717-0195

MixTape Caravan - Springfield

Tue., Dec. 17, 7-9 p.m.

Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.

406 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

free

Live Music

A Unique Tour of Songs, Stories and Community travels into Buzz Bomb in Springfield, Illinois. Lineup: Baby Ocho (Springfield): https://open.spotify.com/artist/68MDFOkOZxSbLXVfpIiqhR?si=zmeJhwoVQDKasrTkiXFihg Kate Laine (Springfield): https://open.spotify.com/album/6hlIKVivx2wU4pJZoSnMIk?si=mWBn4j6aQq2bep_dJRr-LQ Hot Sauce Universe: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EVfexleWQJjwiKDKE0DHH?si=B_ZZLSTwRA--g1Z9vCA4Ww

Randy Charles and a Murder of Crowes

Tue., Dec. 17, 7:30 p.m.

George Rank's

1800 S. Sixth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

217-670-2859

Cook n' Karaoke

Tue., Dec. 17, 8 p.m.-12 a.m.

Burger Bar

2765 S. Sixth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

Come out and enjoy the fun. 217-528-9030

Glass Paperweight Workshop

Tue., Dec. 17, 6-9 p.m.

Springfield Art Association

700 N. Fourth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Art & Architecture

With resident glassblower Mario Clarke. $45 members, $55 non. 217-523-2631

Annual Membership Exhibition

Thursdays-Saturdays, 12-7 p.m. and Tuesdays, Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through Dec. 18

SAA Collective Gallery

420 S. Sixth St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Art & Architecture

The gallery will be filled with new works by all the SAA Collective artists. Artists have also included holiday-inspired art in our annual holiday shop. 217-544-2787

A Course in Miracles

Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Continues through Dec. 31

Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation

745 Woodside Road, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Faith & Philosophy

217-585-9550

J. C. B. Entertainment Karaoke

Tuesdays, 8 p.m. Continues through Dec. 31

The Alibi

320 E. Main St., Rochester Rochester

Live Music

217-498-1129

A Curious Christmas: Odd Holiday Traditions

Wed., Dec. 18, 12-1 p.m.

Illinois State Museum Research and Collections Center

1011 E. Ash St., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

History

Christmas in America wasn't always Santa Claus and snowmen. Join Erika Holst to learn about oddball traditions from two centuries of Christmases past, including creepy cards, chocolate insects, skinny Santa and Krampas. 217-558-6696

Julio's Christmas Salsa Visit

Wed., Dec. 18, 12:15-1 p.m.

Senior Services of Central Illinois

701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

Dance

Come salsa dance with Julio! 217-528-4035

Restorative Yoga

Wed., Dec. 18, 6-7 p.m.

Chatham Area Public Library

600 E. Spruce, Chatham Chatham

Free

Health

Cindy Karas will lead a calming and restorative yoga class. Make time to relax and focus in the midst of the busy holidays. Please bring your own yoga mat to class. 217-483-2713