Events starting Apr. 18

701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

Let's Get Fit is a chair based group exercise program designed specifically to meet the needs of older adults who are looking to incorporate more physical activity into their lives. These classes consist of aerobic, strengthening, balance and flexibility exercises.Meets in person. 217-528-4035

Al-Anon District 19 of Greater Springfield

Mondays-Saturdays

Various locations

Springfield, Springfield Springfield Area

Lectures & Meetings, Health & Fitness, Bulletin Board

Ten meetings are held in the local area each week. Five are in-person and four are hybrid of in-person and via Zoom. One meeting is Zoom only. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-891-2981

The Illinois Freedom Project

Tuesdays-Saturdays, 12-4 p.m.

Springfield and Central Illinois African American History Museum

1440 Monument Ave., Springfield North Side

History, Bulletin Board

This exhibit tells the story of Illinois' long fight for freedom from slavery. It is on loan from the National Park Service. 217-391-6323

"Pathways"

Wednesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through May 23

SAA Collective Gallery

105 N. Fifth St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Art & Architecture

Experience the captivating beauty of blown glass artworks by Mario Clarke and oil paintings by Rick Taylor. Witness how they demonstrate different styles in the use of lines, yet converge with a similar concept, style and color palette. Sponsored by Uptown Looks. 217-544-2787

"Art Mimics Nature"

Wednesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through May 23

SAA Collective Gallery

105 N. Fifth St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Art & Architecture

See a collection of mixed media paintings mostly on wood by Missy Block in the Underground Gallery, which is the Collective's newest exhibition space. The space is dedicated to providing an enhanced art experience by exhibiting a wide range of artists, media and styles - not only from collective members but also from other central Illinois artists. 217-544-2787

Ricarda Rosalina

First and Third Thursday of every month, 6-8 p.m.

El Arriero Mexican Restaurant

4233 Wabash Ave., Springfield West Side

Live Music

217-670-2378

Karaoke

Thursdays, 8 p.m. Continues through July 25

Goodfellas Pub

518 Bruns Lane, Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Live Music

217-679-2119

It's an Inside Job AFG Al-Anon

Thursdays, 5:15 p.m.

St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church

700 E. Spruce St., Chatham Chatham

Lectures & Meetings

Enter through the northeast door. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-280-0220

Staying Connected Al-Anon

Thursdays, 5:15 p.m.

Via Zoom

Springfield, Springfield Springfield Area

Lectures & Meetings, Health & Fitness, Bulletin Board

Zoom only. Call for link. 217-415-3489, 217-652-8131

Step Into Recovery Group

Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Phoenix Center: Out On Second

120 E. Scarritt St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Health & Fitness, Bulletin Board

A 12-step recovery group for LGBTQ+ and allies. This group is for anyone struggling with alcohol, chemical, or process addictions. 217-414-8953

McBrian Lincoln-Douglas Toastmaster Club

Thursdays, 6 p.m.

Red School Mall

1275 Wabash, Springfield Jerome

Lectures & Meetings

The club is dedicated to the development of communication and leadership skills.

Open mic with Bob Besser

Thursdays, 6 p.m.

Decatur Brew Works

102 E. William, Decatur Decatur

Live Music

217-330-8683

Nar-Anon Family Group

Thursdays, 6 p.m.

Laurel United Methodist Church

631 S. Grand Ave. W., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Bulletin Board

A 12-step support group for those dealing with an addiction problem of a family member or friend. Leave a message if no answer. 217-891-5565

J.C.B. Entertainment Karaoke

Thursdays, 6-10 p.m.

La Fiesta Chatham

6901 Preston Dr., Springfield Chatham

Live Music

Karaoke every Thursday. 217-697-5588

Progress Not Perfection Al-Anon

Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.

Parkway Christian Church

2700 Lindbergh Blvd., Springfield West Side

Lectures & Meetings

Meets in person (enter through office door) and via Zoom. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-652-8510

Refiner's Recovery

Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m.

Destiny Church

1425 N. Fifth St., Springfield North Side

Free

Lectures & Meetings, Bulletin Board

A safe place to heal from addictions and life-controlling issues with a journey through nine biblically based pillars to healing, freedom and growth. 217-685-4124

Open mic with Silas Tockey

Thursdays, 7-10 p.m.

Spirited Republic/Limerick Brewing Company

509 Pulaski St,, Lincoln Central Illinois

Free

Live Music

217-605-0475

Jackpot Karaoke with Debbie Cakes

Thursdays, 7-11 p.m.

Curve Inn

3219 S. Sixth St. Road, Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

217-529-5806

Kortney and friends open mic

Thursdays, 7-11 p.m.

The Blue Grouch

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

Live Music

Bring your talent and come jam with us. 217-527-8395

Manny Lee

Second and Third Thursday of every month, 6-9 p.m. and Fourth Thursday of every month, 6-9 p.m.

Casa Real Cantina and Grill

1121 W. Lincolnshire Blvd., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Live Music

Join Manny for an enchanting evening. As a classically trained vocalist and skilled acoustic guitarist, Manny brings a diverse blend of American coffee house genres, from folk and blues to country and rock, even weaving in passionate Neapolitan love songs, classical guitar. 217-303-5323

Drumming Circle

Third Thursday of every month, 6-8 p.m.

Unity of Springfield

417 Cordelia, Springfield Southern View

Love offering

Bulletin Board, Faith & Philosophy

Bring your instruments and zeal and join in. 217-523-5897

Open mic with Casey Cantrall

Third Thursday of every month, 7 p.m.

The Wakery

5 W. Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield Downtown

Live Music

217-670-2354

Capital City Improv Workshops

Third Thursday of every month, 7-9 p.m. Continues through May 17

Hoogland Center for the Arts

420 S. Sixth St., Springfield Downtown

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Theater & Comedy

Want to try improvisational theater? Join Capital City Improv for workshops and learn improv basics and play a variety of improv games. Everyone 12+ is welcome. Space is limited. Please RSVP via a link on the Capital City Improv Facebook page to reserve a spot. 217-523-2787

Comedy open mic hosted by Larry Smith

Thu., May 23, 8-10 p.m., Thu., June 27, 8-10 p.m., Thu., July 25, 8-10 p.m., Thu., Aug. 22, 8-10 p.m., Thu., Sept. 26, 8-10 p.m., Thu., Oct. 24, 8-10 p.m., Thu., Nov. 21, 8-10 p.m. and Thu., Dec. 19, 8-10 p.m.

Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.

406 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Theater & Comedy

No pre-signup. Performers will do five-minute sets. Signups start at 7:30pm. Pre-mic meeting at 7:55pm. Those not in room when called forfeit their spot.