PHOTO BY MATT FRANKLIN COURTESY THE MUNI This June, The Muni, Springfield’s long-running community theater under the stars, presents a fun, farcical take on the legend of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. Spamalot is the Tony Award-winning musical adaptation of the 1975 classic British comedy film Monty Python & the Holy […]
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Noteworthy independent films
Temple B’rith Sholom and the Jewish Federation host the Second Annual Film Series every Sunday at 4 p.m., throughout the month of June. The goal of the series is to show award-winning films from around the world, none of which are religious. The series kicks off this Sunday, June 7, with a showing of Deli […]
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Run, disc golf, rock
The annual Springfield SOHO Music Festival is back and bigger than ever for its’ 11th year. The two-day music festival takes place between Fifth and Sixth streets on Washington Street north of the Old State Capitol. It consists of 60 local bands performing on five stages, plus an expanded family area and kids’ carnival featuring […]
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Carols of the bells
This week, the 54th Annual International Carillon Festival plays host to 11 carillon concerts across five days by the world’s leading carillonneurs. All concerts are free of charge and will occur rain or shine. Individuals and families are encouraged to pack lawn chairs, blankets and picnic dinners, and enjoy the late spring evenings outside in […]
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Birds, prairie plants and drones
Master Naturalist Summit On Saturday, the Nipper Wildlife Sanctuary hosts a Master Naturalist Summit for those interested in volunteering with the University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalist volunteer program. The day’s events will include a short presentation about the Master Naturalist Program, a bird hike, a native plant hike, a talk on using drones in […]
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A musical about mental illness
Next to Normal Next to Normal is the 2010 Pulitzer Prize-winning contemporary rock musical about a suburban family of four grappling with a mother’s worsening bipolar disorder. The show utilizes central Illinois vocal talent to carry an exciting, pop-rock score. Next to Normal addresses complicated themes such as grieving and loss, ethics in modern psychiatry and suburban life. […]
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Four decades of Michael
Invincible: A Tribute to Michael Jackson This Friday, May 29, the number one Michael Jackson tribute show in the world will be performed at the Prairie Capital Convention Center. Two talented performers will portray the King of Pop during multiple stages in his career, from his early beginnings as part of The Jackson 5 through […]
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Historical trees and ice cream
PHOTO BY RKLAWTON VIA WIKIPEDIA.ORG This Saturday, The Lincoln Monument Association celebrates the start of summer with an old-fashioned ice cream social, historic tree tour and children’s activities at the bell tower behind Lincoln’s Tomb. The ice cream social features cake, ice cream and lemonade which can be purchased for $5. Historical interpreters and markers containing […]
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A fun, family float
Abe’s River Race is a fun, family float that offers men, women and youth the opportunity to paddle 13.5 miles down the Sangamon River in canoes, kayaks and wooden boats. This year’s course is slightly longer than years’ past, running from Irwin Bridge to Lincoln’s Riverside Park. A shuttle will leave Riverbank Lodge in Petersburg […]
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Dr. Zoo-little
On Saturday, May 9, Henson Robinson Zoo hosts Dr. Dolittle Day. The fun starts at 10 a.m. with Springfield Theatre Centre performances of selections from Dr. Dolittle, Jr.: The Musical. The rest of the day includes soda pop giveaways (while supplies last), face painting, snow cones, sand art, food, turtle races, vendors and more. Additionally, […]
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Let’s get growing!
The Springfield Civic Garden Club brings knowledge, expertise and May flowers to the livestock section of Illinois State Fairgrounds Sale Barn 26 this Saturday, May 9, from 8 a.m. until noon. This year’s sale has the theme of “Let’s Get Growing!” and will feature perennials such as hostas, daylilies and grasses, plus herbs, trees and […]
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Not your grandfather’s 5k
According to the press release, “The Fat Ass 5K and Street Party for Charity is not your grandfather’s 5K. Unless your grandfather is cool. Then it’s totally his 5K.” The 3.2-mile race route is scattered with entertainment and surprises that include hip-hop dancers, a traditional German band, free haircuts (yes, you read that correctly), doughnuts, […]
