Events

Through Jan. 22, 6-10 p.m.

1 University Plaza, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

All are welcome! Crew Interviews @ 6pm; Auditions @ 7pm for Twelfth Night. UIS Theatre strives to have our productions reflect the diversity of our world. As such, actors of all races, ethnicities, gender identifications, and abilities are welcome and encouraged to audition for all of our productions. 217-206-8307

Illinois Community Trees

Wed., Jan. 22, 5-6 p.m.

Lincoln Library,

326 S. 7th Street, Springfield Downtown

Free

Lectures & Meetings, Nature, Science & Environment

At the request of the Springfield Urban Forestry Commission, Mike Brunk, who was the Arborist in Urbana, Illinois for 34 years and is currently the Urban Forestry Administrator at the Ill. Dept. of Natural Resources, will present this educational program about the importance of trees in the urban environment. 217-544-6084

Racial Reconciliation: An Evening with Latasha Morrison

Wed., Jan. 22, 6-8 p.m.

Hope Church

3000 Lenhart Road, Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Lectures & Meetings

Join Diversity Expert and Unity Champion Latasha Morrison, founder of Be The Bridge and author of new book, Be The Bridge: Pursuing God's Heart for Racial Reconciliation. We will have a conversation on race, social justice, and what Christians can do to lead the way toward reconciliation. 787-1446

Open mic with Devin Williams

Wed., Jan. 22, 7-10 p.m.

Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.

406 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

free

Live Music

Ladies and Gentlemen, time to show your skills! Devin Williams will be hosting an open mic for two hours and then closing the evening with his own performance! Don't miss it!

Al Kitchen

Wed., Jan. 22, 7-10 p.m.

Arlington's

210 Broadway, Springfield Downtown

free

Live Music

Live music with guest singers 217-679-6235

Open mic with Tom and Geoff

Wed., Jan. 22, 7 p.m.

Trails End Saloon

6445 Old Route 54, Curran Out-of-town

Live Music

217-483-7078

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

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,… 217-782-7386

Misinterpreting Mary tour

Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m. & 1-2 p.m. Continues through March 11

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum

212 N. Sixth St., Springfield Downtown

Included with museum admission. Sign up in person the day of the tour.

History

Our newest guided tour will take guests through the Museum to learn more about Mary Lincoln’s life before, during and after Abraham Lincoln. Twice each Wednesday from January 8 through March 11, our interpreters will lead you in a discussion of Mary’s crucial contributions to Lincoln’s political career and her influence during the White House years. You’ll also learn about the losses she had to endure throughout her life and how those losses contributed to Mary’s behavior – especially in her later years. Was she insane? The answer, much like Mary, is complicated. 217-588-8844

Free computer classes

Wednesdays, 10-11, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. & 2-3 p.m. Continues through Jan. 29

Goodwill Administrative Offices

1220 Outer Park Drive, Springfield Springfield Area

Bulletin Board

Computer basics, online safety, social media, cloud storage and more. Afternoon classes at 2pm are held at the Springfield Urban League, 100 N. 11th St. Register by calling 217-789-0400.

Facing Homelessness Exhibition

Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through Jan. 24

M.G. Nelson Family Gallery

700 N. Fourth Street, Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Art & Architecture

The SAA, in cooperation with Helping Hands Shelter, is proud to open this moving exhibition, which will be on display through January 24. This portrait exhibition documents the stories, trials and innovations for survival of homeless men of Springfield. 217-523-2631

A Year in the Life of Chris Britt

Through Feb. 14

LLCC James S. Murray Gallery

5250 Shepherd Road, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Politics, Art & Architecture, Bulletin Board

The James S. Murray Gallery at Lincoln Land Community College will host the exhibit “A Year in the Life of Chris Britt” from Jan. 13-Feb. 14. The public is invited to view the exhibit, which features Britt’s editorial cartoons, weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The gallery is located on the upper level of Menard Hall on the LLCC Springfield campus, 5250 Shepherd Road. The exhibit features a selection of cartoons, which draw attention to some of the key events and issues in the recent past. They showcase Britt's powerful and thought-provoking navigation through the landscape of American… 217-786-4967

Wednesday Night Connection

Wednesdays, 5:45-7:30 p.m. Continues through March 25

Athens Christian Church

1411 E. Route 29, Athens Out-of-town

donation for meal

Bulletin Board

Wednesday Night Connection at Athens Christian Church Athens Christian Church invites everyone to join them for Wednesday Night Connection each Wednesday evening January 15 through March 22nd. Free blood pressure screenings start at 5:30 p.m. Supper is served in the church’s Family Life Center from 5:45-6:20 p.m. Then, studies and classes for all ages meet throughout the building from 6:30-7:30 p.m., with nurseries provided. The gym will open for students (grades 7-12) from 7:30-8:00 p.m. 217-636-8463

1000 Women Strong

Thu., Jan. 23, 5:30 p.m.

Habitat for Humanity ReStore

2744 S. Sixth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Bulletin Board

Habitat Sangamon Halfway Rally. Let's get together to celebrate our accomplishments so far and get fired up to finish strong. We are well on our way to meeting our fundraising objective for the 3rd annual 1000 Women Strong Build. Please plan on attending and enjoying some social time together. Bring friends and family that might enjoy getting involved. 787-7209

Night at the Museum Overnight

Illinois State Museum

502 S. Spring St., Springfield Downtown

Buy Tickets

$70 non-members, $50 members

Children's Corner

Night at the Museum OvernightFriday, February 7, 6:30 pm - Saturday February 8, 8 amRegistration required by Monday, January 27Family rate one child and one adult: $70 non-members, $50 members; each additional participant $30 non-members, $20 membersGroups of 10 or more: $30 per person A Night at the Museum Overnight is a rare opportunity for you to visit the Museum after dark. This fun-filled nocturnal adventure is open to families and groups with children ages 7-12. Take part in science and art activities, explore the museum, and end the night sleeping with the exhibits… 217-782-6044

After School Special

Thu., Jan. 23, 5:30 p.m.

Habitat for Humanity ReStore

2744 S. Sixth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

3rd Annual 1000 Women Strong - Halfway Rally. This is a public event hosted by Sangamon County Habitat for Humanity. Come learn about their mission, and this project specifically. Refreshments will be available as well as live music by After School Special. 787-7209

Stuart Smith

Thu., Jan. 23, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Pease's at Bunn Gourmet

2941 Plaza Dr., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Live Music

Live music. 217-793-1840

Jackpot Karaoke w/Debbie Cakes

Thu., Jan. 23, 7:30-11:30 p.m.

The Curve Inn

3219 S. Sixth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

No cover 217-529-5806

The City Basketball Tournament

Thu., Jan. 23, 6 p.m., Fri., Jan. 24, 6 p.m. and Sat., Jan. 25, 6 p.m.

Bank of Springfield Center (2)

1 Convention Center Plaza, Springfield Downtown

Buy Tickets

$6

Sports & Fitness

800-745-3000

Karaoke with Brad Schroeder

Thursdays, 7-11 p.m. Continues through March 26

Stockyard Saloon

3025 Sangamon Ave., Springfield North Side

Live Music

217-670-1586

JCB Entertainment Karaoke

Thursdays, 7:30-11:30 p.m. Continues through Dec. 31

La Fiesta Chatham

6901 Preston Dr., Springfield Chatham

Live Music

Thursday night karaoke. 217-697-5588

Open mic with Kourtney

Thursdays, 8 p.m.-12 a.m.

Crow's Mill Pub

1220 Toronto Rd., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

Open Mic with Kourtney 217-679-7477

Half-price book sale

Fri., Jan. 24, 4-7 p.m. and Sat., Jan. 25, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Capital Area Career Center

2201 Toronto Road, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Books & Authors

Hosted by the Central Illinois Reading Council. Open to the public. Teachers are asked to bring their tax ID number. 529-5431 x164

Salt and Pepper Band

Fri., Jan. 24, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Robbie's

4 S. Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield Downtown

Live Music

217-528-1901

Fundamentals

Fri., Jan. 24, 7 p.m.

VFW 10302 Northenders

2349 Stockyard Road, Springfield Jerome

Live Music

217-789-4725

Antics

Fri., Jan. 24, 8 p.m.

Decatur VFW Post 99

3920 N. MLK Jr. Dr., Decatur Decatur

Live Music

358-9273

Policy Breakfast: What's in store for 2020?

Fri., Jan. 24, 7:30 a.m.

Hoogland Center for the Arts

420 S. Sixth St., Springfield Downtown

Politics, Bulletin Board

Policy Breakfast Friday, January 24th, 2020 7:30am Coffee Reception8:00am - 9:00am ProgramHoogland Center for the Arts "WHAT'S IN STORE FOR 2020?" Speakers: THE HONORABLE ANDY VAN METERChairmanSangamon County Board THE HONORABLE JIM LANGFELDERMayorCity of Springfield The Citizens Club of Springfield is hosting Mayor Langfelder and County Board Chairman Van Meter on Friday, January 24. This is a unique and rare opportunity in a fairly intimate environment to participate in a conversation with two key executives in the County. Please join us for a timely and informative session on the future of the Greater Springfield Area. Meetings are open to… 217-523-2787

Shenanigans

Fri., Jan. 24, 6-10 p.m.

The Curve Inn

3219 S. Sixth St., Springfield Springfield Area

No cover

Live Music

No cover. 217-529-5806

Windy City Dueling Pianos Murder Mystery

Fri., Jan. 24, 6-10 p.m.

Hill Prairie Winery

23753 Lounsberry Road, Oakford Out-of-town

$40.00

Special Music Events

We have the perfect cure for the wintertime blues. An evening out at Hill Prairie Winery to see a new twist on a popular show. We are excited to present a Dueling Pianos Murder Mystery, where the songs and music are the clues and it is a refreshing new way to enjoy the who-done-it mysteries with your friends. Tickets must be purchased in advance in person or by calling 217-635-9900. 217-635-9900

Talk about the Baha'i Faith

Fri., Jan. 24, 6:30-8 p.m.

Springfield Baha'i Center

1131 S. Eighth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Faith & Philosophy

Dr. Marufi from Turkey will give a presentation and lead the discussion. Light refreshments and fellowship follow. 217-546-9171