Sauce and saxes

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A new Kid’s Zone near Sixth and Washington streets kicks up the Old Capitol Blues and BBQs a notch. Free kids entertainment and activities from 12-5 p.m. include: a juggler; a magician, a clown, a karaoke stage and more, including free juice, cookies and tote bags from County Market while supplies last. A baby-back rib cook-off sizzles alongside the BBQ competition. Food and beverage tickets are $1 each. Blues talent starts at 4 p.m. with the Central Illinois Blues Club Challenge beginning at noon. Details can be found at icbluesclub.org or downtownspringfield.org.

Old Capitol Blues and BBQs
Saturday, Aug 28, 12pm-12am
Downtown Springfield
Fifth and Washington streets
544-1723
$5, children under 12 free

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