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Celebrate National Skate Day

Sat., Jan. 25, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Nelson Center

1601 N. Fifth St., Springfield North Side

Sports & Fitness, Children's Corner

The Springfield Park District welcomes the Springfield community to participate at the Nelson Center on January 25th from 11:30am to 1:30pm (Doors open at 11:00am) We invite you to Discover the Magic of Skating at National Skate Day! Come out and enjoy FREE time on the ice with your friends, family or loved one. Please wear warm and comfortable clothing. Don’t miss out on the FUN and register today, ONLY 100 spots available. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: January 23, 2020.Register online at www.springfieldparksfun.org, search for Activity # 140417. 217-525-2589
Half-price book sale

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
Seasons of Change on Henry's Farm

Sat., Jan. 25, 5:30 p.m.

UIS Brookens Auditorium

1 University Plaza, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Food & Drink, Film & Television

Seasons of Change on Henry's Farm is a documentary style film that follows the lives of Henry and Hiroko Brockman, who have run an organic vegetable farm in the Mackinaw Valley of Central Illinois for 25 years. Though the successful farm has many loyal customers, Henry knows he needs to give his body a break. So he puts his former apprentices in charge while he takes a year’s sabbatical with Hiroko in her native Japan. The results of Henry’s “fallow year,” however, turn out to be very different from what he had anticipated. While those at home battle chaotic… 217-206-6073
Joel Honey

Sat., Jan. 25, 8-12 a.m.

Boones Saloon

301 W. Edwards St., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

Joel Honey plays guitar and sings. 217-679-3752
Annual tour guide training

Sat., Jan. 25, 10 a.m.

Edwards Place, Springfield Art Association

700 N. Fourth St., Springfield Springfield Area

History

Have you ever wanted to volunteer at historic Edwards Place, but weren’t quite sure how to get started? Or have you volunteered before but want a refresher after our restoration of the home? This training is from 10am-12pm for new tour guides, and will cover the basics of Edwards Place for those wishing to help with our events and programs. Special events tour guides will be asked to help with programs such as the summer “History Comes Alive” programs, Victorian teas, and other events. Regular tour guides will be asked to commit to a schedule of at least once… 217-523-2631
Judging information online

Sat., Jan. 25, 2 p.m.

Jacksonville Public Library

201 W. College Ave., Jacksonville Jacksonville

Free

Lectures & Meetings

If you're looking for information, the Internet has a lot of it. The problem is, you can't trust every website or article you find. You'll need to evaluate each website to decide whether it's reliable. This program will look at some of the questions you should ask yourself whenever you view a website or article online. 217-243-5435
Cathy Bolton in Concert

Sat., Jan. 25, 4:30-6 p.m. and Sun., Jan. 26, 10 a.m.

Unity of Springfield

417 Cordelia, Springfield Southern View

Special Music Events

We are excited to have Cathy Bolton, from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, returning to share her musical talents with us and offering a glimpse into her professional life as singer, musician, songwriter and international recording artist. She will also be performing for our Sunday morning service, January 26th at 10:00 am. Love offerings accepted. 217-523-5897
The Station

Sat., Jan. 25, 5-8 p.m.

Danenberger Family Vineyards

12341 Irish Road, New Berlin Out-of-town

Buy Tickets

Live Music

Midwest rock that is too hot for your mama's kitchen. Prog Rock and funk that you can get down to. +12174886321
12th Annual Slow Food Springfield Film Fest

Sat., Jan. 25, 5:30-9 p.m.

UIS Brookens Auditorium

1 University Plaza, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

$10 non-members, $5 members, FREE for students

Film & Television, Nature, Science & Environment

This year’s festival will feature a sneak peek screening of the film Seasons of Change on Henry’s Farm. It reflects the knife-edge of hope and despair that Henry, his daughter and interns, and all of us living in the Anthropocene must face, while addressing crucial questions about the future of farming on levels from personal to generational to global. Following the screening, producer Terra Brockman and director Ines Sommer will hold a questions and answer session. Tickets available at the door. Cash only. 217-553-9246
Jonnie Concaroo Band

Sat., Jan. 25, 6-9 p.m.

It's All About Wine

1305 Wabash Ave., Springfield Jerome

Live Music

Jonnie Concaroo Band perormance 217-546-9463
The Longmeyer Band

Sat., Jan. 25, 6-11 p.m.

MacMurray College McClelland Dining Hall

East College Avenue, Jacksonville Jacksonville

Buy Tickets
$35 for single ticket. $60 for couples.

Live Music

Join the Morgan County Fair Board in Jacksonville, Illinois for their fourth annual Morgan County Fair Gala on Saturday, January 25th at McClelland Dining Hall on MacMurray College Campus in Jacksonville. Dress in your best "Denim and Diamonds" as Morgan County celebrates their county fair during a fun filled Tex-Mex inspired evening. Enjoy BBQ and Mexican favorites and dancing to local favorite, The Longmeyer Band. 217-245-6800
Pongal Celebration

Sat., Jan. 25, 6-9 p.m.

IRC Center

2940 N. Peoria Road, Springfield, IL 62702, springfield Springfield Area

Fairs & Festivals, Holiday Happenings

The Central Illinois Telugu Association was formed to serve the Telugu speaking people in central Illinois. There are almost 200 Telugu speaking families in Springfield. The Pongal Festival, a multi-day Hindu harvest festival, will be held at IRC Springfield IL. The event is all about reflecting the Telugu culture, food and events, and is part of the area's cultural diversity. 248-854-7290
Love of Lennon

Sat., Jan. 25, 6-10 p.m.

The Curve Inn

3219 S. Sixth St., Springfield Springfield Area

No cover

Live Music

No cover. 217-529-5806
Antone Derocchi Trio + Jaigh Lowder

Sat., Jan. 25, 6-9:30 p.m.

Funky Monkey

2100 W. Spresser St., Taylorville Taylorville

Live Music

Antone Derocchi Trio - Antone Derocchi, James Levault & Terry Ransdell, with special guest Jaigh Lowder. 217-777-3865
Come Meet Contemporary Master René Lalonde at Martin Lawrence Galleries

Sat., Jan. 25, 6-8 p.m.

Martin Lawrence Galleries

5 Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg Out-of-town

Free

Art & Architecture

Come Meet Contemporary Master René Lalonde at Martin Lawrence Galleries located in the Woodfield Mall for his exhibition of “Wintertime with Lalonde” The brilliant work and vision of Rene Lalonde has rightfully earned and enjoyed the support of thousands of collectors for many, many years. And now, Martin Lawrence Galleries (MLG) is proud to offer an exhibition of brand-new works covering a broad range of Lalonde subjects – enchanting homes in fantasy locations, inviting shops, exuberant abstract compositions in brilliant colors, relaxing fishbowls by moonlit windows, and more. Lalonde's work enchants, delights and brings a smile to the viewer's… 630-954-3033
Rickey Meredith

Sat., Jan. 25, 7 p.m.

Route 66 Motorheads Bar, Grill and Museum

600 Toronto Road, Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

217-679-7323
Satisfy, 36 N Brimstone, Meezy Killafield, C. Smith

Sat., Jan. 25, 7-11 p.m.

Dumb Records

418 E. Monroe St., Springfield Downtown

Buy Tickets
$7.00

Live Music

Fresh off the release of his debut album Take a Deep Dive Into What I Go Through, Satisfy is bringing his passion to the stage at Dumb Records. With supporting performances by central Illinois' finest in hip hop, 36 N Brimstone, Meezy Killafield, C.Smith, and more!You won't want to miss this one! 🔥🔥🔥 217-691-8991
Darci Lynne Farmer

Sat., Jan. 25, 7 p.m.

Sangamon Auditorium, UIS

1 University Plaza, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Buy Tickets
Tickets: $29.75, See website for Platinum

Theater & Comedy

On the heels of another record-breaking year, the gifted Singer/Ventriloquist Darci Lynne is sharing her passion for performance and bringing her enchanting show which is backed by a live band to fans across America. Darci kicked off 2019 with some of the most memorable AGT contestants from 184 countries becoming the runner up out of the 50 top competitors on the first ever “America’s Got Talent: Champions.” Recently the AGT alum was invited back as a Special Gust on Season 14 were she delivered a stand-out performance of James Brown’s “It’s a Man’s World.” 217-206-6160
Art showcase

Sat., Jan. 25, 7-10 p.m.

Dew Chilli Parlor Pub and Grill

301 N. Grand Ave. W., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Art & Architecture

Three artists, well-known for a variety of work, will be showcasing some of their work. All available for purchase. This is a show you do not want to miss. ALSO.... performing during the art Show. A special appearance by GRACIA.With humble small-town roots in the heart of the Midwest, GRACIA is an American pop/country singer and songwriter. America first fell in love with GRACIA when she yodeled her way onto televisions across the country and globe on season three of NBC’s Emmy winning vocal competition, the Voice. 217-670-2530
Sampson Jones Gang

Sat., Jan. 25, 7-11 p.m.

The Blue Grouch Pub

510 W. Maple Ave. S., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

Some of the best musicians around perform at The Blue Grouch for a great night of some of your favorites. 217-527-8395
Positively 4th street

Sat., Jan. 25, 7-10 p.m.

Lucky Moon Saloon

10041 Palm Rd., Chatham, Illinois, Chatham Chatham

Live Music

Come enjoy some good ole original music from a fan favorite, Positively 4th Street.
Geoff Atteberry

Sat., Jan. 25, 7:30-10:30 p.m.

Boar's Nest

1007 N. State Route 29, Athens Out-of-town

Live Music

Live music. 217-971-6110
RockHouse

Sat., Jan. 25, 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Main Gate Bar & Grill

2143 N. 11th St., Springfield North Side

Free

Live Music

RockHouse makes its first appearance at the Main Gate. 217-528-8940
John Paul Keith

Sat., Jan. 25, 8-10:30 p.m.

Bar None

245 S. Fifth St., Springfield Downtown

Buy Tickets
$15 advance, $20 at the door

Live Music

Bedrock 66 Live! presents John Paul Keith Show time is 8pm at Bar None in downtown Springfield, IL. 217-523-3050
The Wolf Crick Boys

Sat., Jan. 25, 8-11 p.m.

Anvil and Forge Brewing and Distilling Company

619 E Washington St, Springfield Downtown

Free

Live Music

The Wolf Crick Boys. Special Guest to be announced. 217-494-6200
Devin Williams

Sat., Jan. 25, 8-11 p.m.

Craft Beer Bar

430 Monroe St., Springfield Downtown

Live Music

Free show
Angel Brown's Smooth N' Blue Band

Sat., Jan. 25, 8-11:30 p.m.

Lime Street Cafe

951 S. Durkin Dr., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

Live music with Angel Brown's Smooth N' Blue Band 217-622-8013
Salmon Creek Band

Sat., Jan. 25, 8-11 p.m.

Locals

609 Douglas St., Pawnee Out-of-town

FREE

Live Music

Salmon Creek Band debut at Locals Pawnee. 217-646-8013
Karaoke with ManiacMATT

Sat., Jan. 25, 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m.

Silver Sevens Gaming

3217 Lake Plaza Dr., Springfield Springfield Area

FREE

Live Music

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Charlie Winfrey

Sat., Jan. 25, 8:30-10 p.m.

C-U Comedy Club (Inside Soma)

320 N. Neil St., Champaign Out-of-town

Buy Tickets
$12.00

Theater & Comedy

Charlie Winfrey is a comedian out of St. Louis with a conversational style that’s offensive, silly, and fun. A well traveled performer, he has most recently appeared at the Flyover Comedy Festival and headlined the St. Louis Funny Bone Comedy Club. C-U Comedy Club was voted Buzz Magazine’s “Best Date Night Activity” in 2018 and 2019 217-202-6023

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