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  • The Illinois Freedom Project

    Tuesdays-Saturdays, 12-4 p.m.

    Springfield and Central Illinois African American History Museum

    1440 Monument Ave., Springfield North Side

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    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
  • Edwards Place Guided Tours

    Edwards Place Guided Tours

    Tuesdays-Saturdays, 1 & 2 p.m. Continues through Dec. 21

    Edwards Place, Springfield Art Association

    700 N. Fourth St., Springfield Springfield Area

    Adults $5, children 10 and younger free

    A guided tour through the newly-restored first and second floors. The home is interpreted to 1857 and furnished with wonderful examples of Victorian furniture, including many pieces that belonged to the Edwards family. See the authentic "Lincoln Courting Couch" from the parlor of the Ninian Edwards home where Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd were married and a piano that was likely played at their wedding. Closed on national holidays 217-523-2631
  • Let's Get Fit

    Let's Get Fit

    Senior Services of Central Illinois

    701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

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    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

    Al-Anon District 19 of Greater Springfield

    Mondays-Saturdays

    Various locations

    Springfield, Springfield Springfield Area

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    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
  • Old Capitol Farmers Market

    Old Capitol Farmers Market

    Wednesdays, Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Continues through Oct. 26

    Old Capitol Farmers Market

    Fourth and Adams streets, Springfield Downtown

    Shop for fresh local produce, baked goods and products. Please note health guidelines will be followed. Sponsored by HSHS St. John's Hospital. 217-544-1723

  • 1908 Race Riot Walking Tour

    Wednesdays, Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. Continues through Nov. 9

    Fifth & Adams street

    Intersection of 5th & Adams, Springfield Downtown

    Donations welcome

    This 60-minute tour examines the devastating 1908 Race Riot that destroyed and affected the lives of many of Abraham Lincoln’s African American friends and their descendants. Good walking shoes and water recommended. 217-782-6302
  • Chair aerobics for seniors

    Chair aerobics for seniors

    Mondays, Wednesdays, 9-10 a.m.

    Athens Christian Church

    1411 E. Route 29, Athens Central Illinois

    Free

    Chair aerobics at Athens Christian ChurchJoin senior citizen friends each Monday and Wednesday morning at 9:00 am for CHAIR AEROBICS at Athens Christian Church (1411 E State Route 29). Chair aerobics is suitable for everyone, with gentle exercises that develop flexibility, strength, balance, coordination and fitness. There is no charge for this activity For more information, please contact the church office at 217-636-8463. 217-636-8463
  • Chair Aerobics at Athens Christian Church

    Chair Aerobics at Athens Christian Church

    Mondays, Wednesdays, 9-10 a.m.

    Athens Christian Church

    1411 E. Route 29, Athens Central Illinois

    Free

    Join senior friends at every Monday and Wednesday morning from 9-10 a.m. for chair aerobics. It's free and is suitable for everyone, with gentle exercises that develop flexibility, strength, balance, coordination and fitness. 217-636-8463
  • Al Anon - Happiness Is

    Al Anon - Happiness Is

    Wednesdays, 12 p.m.

    Meeting in person and via Zoom. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-899-6041
  • Happiness Is Al-Anon

    Happiness Is Al-Anon

    Wednesdays, 12 p.m.

    St. Paul's Episcopal Church

    815 S. Second St., Springfield Springfield Area

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    Meets in person and via Zoom. For in person, go through south side double glass doors. For Zoom, call for link info. 217-899-6041
  • Capital City Toastmasters

    Capital City Toastmasters

    Wednesdays, 12-1 p.m.

    Free

    Afraid of public speaking or looking to improve the quality of your speech? Want to develop your leadership skills? Capital City Toastmasters is the place for you! We offer a positive, non-judgmental atmosphere to help guide you as you hone your leadership and communication skills in order to be the best you possible! We currently meet on Zoom.
  • Cory Brown

    Cory Brown

    Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m.

    The Dublin Pub

    1975 Wabash Ave., Springfield Springfield Area

    217-793-6871

  • Springfield Chess Club

    Wednesdays, 5:30-8 p.m.

    White Oaks Mall

    2501 Wabash Ave., Springfield West Side

    Free

    Casual games for the public and club members of all ages and skill levels. Meets weekly at the White Oaks Mall food court. 217-726-2584
  • Backgammon Club

    Backgammon Club

    Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m.

    Harvest Market

    3001 Veterans Pkwy., Springfield West Side

    First time entry is free.

    Live backgammon is back. Join us at the Harvest Market Mezzanine every Wednesday at 6PM for backgammon fun at this great new venue. Lessons available for beginners. 217-622-9447
  • Al Kitchen and friends

    Al Kitchen and friends

    Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m.

    Route 66 MotorHeads Bar & Grill, Museum & Entertainment Complex

    600 Toronto Road, Springfield Springfield Area

    Free

    Live music and dancing.
  • Butterfly Al-Anon

    Butterfly Al-Anon

    Wednesdays, 7 p.m.

    Hope Presbyterian Church

    2211 Wabash Ave., Springfield West Side

    Meeting in person. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-341-3722
  • Open mic with Joel Honey and Silas Tockey

    Open mic with Joel Honey and Silas Tockey

    Wednesdays, 7-10 p.m.

    Boone's

    301 W. Edwards St., Springfield Downtown

    Open mic at Boones with your hosts Silas & Joel. 217-679-3752

  • Karaoke with Debbie Cakes

    Wednesdays, 7-11 p.m.

    Weebles Bar & Grill

    4136 N. Peoria Road, Springfield Springfield Area

    217-528-3337
  • After School Special

    After School Special

    Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

    Coz's Pizza and Pub

    4441 Ash Grove Dr., Springfield Chatham

    217-726-7700
  • J.C.B. Entertainment Karaoke

    J.C.B. Entertainment Karaoke

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

    Crows Mill Pub

    1220 Toronto Road, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

    Karaoke. 217-679-7477
  • Karaoke

    Karaoke

    Wednesdays, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

    Clique

    411 E. Washington St., Springfield Downtown

    Come sing with us every Wednesday! 217-891-3288

  • Comedy Open Mic

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

    Anvil and Forge Brewing and Distilling Company

    619 E. Washington St., Springfield Downtown

    Hosted by Lance Cain. Signup is at 6pm with show at 7pm. You make the jokes, Anvil and Forge makes the beer. 217-494-6200
  • Dungeons & Dragons

    Dungeons & Dragons

    Fourth and First Wednesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. and Second Wednesday of every month, 6-8 p.m.

    Phoenix Center: Out On Second

    120 E. Scarritt St., Springfield Downtown

    $5 per week

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    The Phoenix Center: OUT on Second in partnership with Die Hard Games will bring more than 35 players together in the land of Sirraka to battle evil forces and safeguard the innocent. The champions will test their mettle against pirates, monsters, warriors, traps, puzzles and various adversaries as they embark ona heroic quest in this classic D&D adventure. Dungeon masters will oversee six interconnected campaigns. Players can move between parties and fully immerse themselves in this realm tailored to their playing style. 217-503-4104

  • Women Entrepreneurs of Central Illinois (WE-CI)

    Second Wednesday of every month

    Networking group. Meeting location varies. Email or call for more information. 217-441-2342
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