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Rise Up and Recover

Tuesdays, 7 a.m.

St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church

700 E. Spruce St., Chatham Chatham

Health & Fitness, Lectures & Meetings, Bulletin Board

Enter through the northeast door. Call for more information. 217-280-0220
Tuesdays Stewardship Workday

Nature, Science & Environment

Work with others or independently on a variety of stewardship projects at various properties. Learn about our properties and the diversity of plants and animals. Call or text for location and details. Hosted by the Friends of the Sangamon Valley. 217-493-3115
Weekly Card Games

Tuesdays, 1-3:30 p.m. Continues through May 28

Chatham Area Public Library

600 E. Spruce St., Chatham Chatham

Free

Books & Authors

Social seniors can meet new people and have fun. Spades and Uno have recently been the games of choice, but new games are always welcome. 217-483-2713
A Matter of Balance

Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m. Continues through April 23

Senior Services of Central Illinois

701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

$30

Bulletin Board

Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.Classes are held once a week for eight weeks, for two hours each. March 5, 2024 - April 23, 2024.Registration fee is $30. Full refund will be issued if five of the eight sessions are attended.For more information, call Justin Yuroff. 217-528-4035
Open mic with Bob Besser

Fourth Tuesday of every month, 6-9 p.m. Continues through Nov. 27

Golden Fox Brewing

2874 N. Dinneen St., Decatur Decatur

Live Music

(217) 330-9993
Open mic with Jim Ackerman

Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Continues through May 28

Silver Sevens Gaming Pub & Parlor

3217 Lake Plaza Dr., Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Free

Live Music

Live music every Tuesday. 217 585 0460
Al-Anon

Tuesdays, 5:15 p.m.

Discovery Club

313 W. Cook St., upstairs, Springfield Springfield Area

Lectures & Meetings

Meets on the second floor. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-679-8418
Songwriter open mic with Tom Irwin

Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m.

It's All About Wine

1305 Wabash Ave Suite M, Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music
Drawing studio

Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

The Pharmacy Gallery and Art Space

623 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

Art & Architecture

An opportunity to improve drawing skills, hand-eye coordination and analytical skills in a studio setting. Work in the medium of your choice. All skill levels are welcome. Donations are welcome. 801-810-9278
Open mic with Tom Beverly

Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Wings Etc

2315 N. Dirksen Pkwy., Springfield North Side

Free

Live Music

Live music every Tuesday. 217-727-6144
Tuesday Night Trivia at Twisted Fork

Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m.

Twisted Fork

400 E. Jefferson St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Bulletin Board

Twin City Trivia is hosting Tuesday Trivia. Come early for happy hour and enjoy drink specials and half price apps from 4 to 6 pm.
Karaoke with Debbie Cakes

Tuesdays, 7-11 p.m.

The Blue Grouch

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

Live Music

217-527-8395
Karaoke

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

The Rusty Rail Pub

405 Pulaski St., Lincoln Central Illinois

Live Music

217-605-0293
Spring open house

Wed., April 24, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Bald Knob Cross

Bald Knob Road, Alto Pass Central Illinois

Free

Bulletin Board

Get a look behind the scenes and meet the team behind the company and its visionary design. Event includes food, drinks and live music. 217-314-9435
Illinois History Day volunteers sought

Wed., April 24

BOS Center

1 Convention Center Plaza, Springfield Downtown

History, Bulletin Board

In this event, students in grades 6-12 create history projects such as exhibits, websites, documentaries, performances and papers on topics of their choice. Volunteer roles include judging projects, greeting, wayfinding and event tear-down. Remote and in-person opportunities available. Call or email for more information. 217-720-7509
Barbie Trivia

Wed., April 24, 7-9 p.m.

Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.

406 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

free

Bulletin Board

Don't worry. Everyone really likes me and thinks I'm cool and pretty.That's right, it's time for Barbie Trivia!Local Mistress of Trivia, Donna Smargiassi will be doling out 7 rounds of 5 questions each.After the first three rounds, the team in the lead will receive a prize!First and second place teams at the end will receive prizes!Teams limited to 6 people.
Robert Sampson and friends

Wed., April 24, 7-10 p.m.

Benderz

400 W. Jefferson St., Auburn Central Illinois

Live Music

Robert Sampson, of Jacksonville and originally from East St. Louis, loves older music of almost every genre although his main genre is blues. A multi-instrumentalist, Robert plays bass, guitar, drums, percussion, piano, organ, sax, lap steel, pedal steel, harmonica and is an accomplished vocalist. He has won competitions to compete in the Blues Foundations, International Blues Challenge six-plus times as a solo musician and as a member of a blues band. Joining Sampson will be Dan Grover (guitar), Jeff Cunningham (bass) and Michael Wallace (drums/vocals). 217-553-6318
The Travis Ried Band

Wed., May 29, 7-10 p.m.

Benderz

400 W. Jefferson St., Auburn Central Illinois

Live Music

Travis Ried, who hails from eastern Iowa, is an established guitarist in The James Armstrong band. In recent years, he’s been venturing out with his own, guided by the advice and inspiration from Armstrong and another mentor, the late Michael Burks. Come see this rising star. 217-553-6318
Great Decisions Program

Wed., April 24, 7-9 p.m.

Westminster Presbyterian Church

533 S. Walnut St., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Lectures & Meetings

In a six-program series, learn about international affairs, meet interesting people and discuss critical issues in a small discussion format. The series will include "China and Our World," "Indonesia with New President," "Europe Under Strain Today," "Turbulent Middle East," "High Seas Treaty" and "Global Trade & Mercantilism." Discussion briefing book available for purchase. 217-522-4415
Glucose and blood pressure screens

Fourth Wednesday of every month, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Senior Services of Central Illinois

701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

Health & Fitness

Provided by SIU School of Medicine. 217-528-4035
Comedy open mic with Lance Cain

Anvil and Forge Brewing and Distilling Company

619 E. Washington St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Theater & Comedy

Second and fourth Wednesday of each month, 6-8:30pm. Join a supportive group of local standup comedians trying out 4-6 minutes of new material, or be an audience member supplying the laughs. Comedian signup begins at 6pm. Show begins at 7pm. 217-679-1195
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

Theater & Comedy

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
Spring Migration Bird Hikes

Wednesdays, 8-9:30 a.m. Continues through May 15

Adams Wildlife Sanctuary

2315 E. Clear Lake Ave., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Nature, Science & Environment

Matt Hayes of the Illinois Audubon Society will lead hikes during the spring bird migration, providing opportunities to spot migrants as they pass through the sanctuary and watch the activities of species that will nest here as they seek territories and mates. 217-544-2473
Aging Mastery Program

Senior Services of Central Illinois

701 W. Mason St., Springfield Springfield Area

Bulletin Board

The Aging Mastery Program is a fun, innovative, 10-week program that empowers seniors to take key steps to improve their well-being, add stability to their life, and strengthen ties to their community. Registration fee: $65. If 80% of the courses are completed, a $60 refund will be issued upon graduation.Registration deadline: Feb. 28, 2024Contact Tessa French at [email protected] for more information or to register by Feb. 23, 2024. 217-528-4035
Al Anon - Happiness Is

Wednesdays, 12 p.m.

Lectures & Meetings

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

Wednesdays, 12 p.m.

St. Paul's Episcopal Church

815 S. Second St., Springfield Springfield Area

Health & Fitness, Lectures & Meetings, Bulletin Board

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

Wednesdays, 12-1 p.m.

Free

Lectures & Meetings

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.
Springfield Chess Club

Wednesdays, 5:30-8 p.m.

White Oaks Mall

2501 Wabash Ave., Springfield West Side

Free

Bulletin Board

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

Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m.

Harvest Market

3001 Veterans Pkwy., Springfield West Side

First time entry is free.

Bulletin Board

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

Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m.

Route 66 MotorHeads Bar & Grill, Museum & Entertainment Complex

600 Toronto Road, Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Live Music

Live music and dancing.