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The APL takes in hundreds of stray kittens every year, and they need your help in providing for and caring for these fine young felines. On Saturday, May 13, join the APL in the lobby of their spay/neuter clinic from 1-3 p.m. for games, refreshments, door prizes, and visits and playtime with the kittens. The […]

Corn dogs, beer, doughnuts, ice cream, crazy costumes, professional timing for runners, live music and dancers are just a few of the zany things you’ll spot during the tenth annual FatAss 5K and Street Party for Charity. Runners and walkers of all ages, athletic abilities and walks of life will enjoy the 3.1-mile course peppered […]

Celebrate the close of the 24th season of the Illinois Symphony Orchestra with a concert featuring Grammy Award-winning guitarist Jason Vieaux led by guest conductor Andrew Sewell. Sewell, maestro of the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra, is one of four finalists in the ISO’s 2016-2017 music director candidate search. “Fantastic Finale” will be Sewell’s second performance with […]

On Sunday, May 7, show your support for nearly 200 Special Olympics Illinois athletes as they compete in track and field events during the largest area event of the year for Special Olympics Illinois. The day commences at 9 a.m. with an opening ceremony, including a parade of athletes. Competitions begin immediately following the ceremony, […]

The Liturgical Arts Festival of Springfield is honored to present a gratis jazz concert that celebrates the human quest for spirituality through music on Sunday, May 7, from 3-5 p.m. The special, off-year LAF event will feature inspiring performances from God’s House Band, the Westminster Jazz Ensemble and the Mark McKnight Ensemble – three talented […]

Support the YMCA’s national initiative to improve the health and well-being of children and their families by attending the Healthy Kids Day Triathlon and Festival. The second annual triathlon is open to children ages 5-14; triathlon length/intensity is dictated by age category. Depending on their age group, kids will complete a 50-300 yard swim followed […]

On Saturday, April 29, area adults and children are invited to celebrate the start of the 2017 growing season with a festival hosted by Grow Springfield and the Lincoln Land Community College Culinary Institute. The Second Annual Homegrown Fest will feature mini-workshops, activities and demonstrations that emphasize gardening, cooking skills, homesteading, DIY projects and more. […]

For the perfect date night, family fun day or solo outing, look no further than the Springfield Art Associations’ annual Roasted: Hot Pots and Pork event. Choose a pre-made ceramic pot, glaze it, and then watch the pot be fired in an outdoor Raku kiln. A whole hog roast dinner provided by Hickory River Smoke […]

According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the first Earth Day was introduced in 1970 by Senator Gaylord Nelson as a way to promote legal and regulatory mechanisms that protect the environment onto the national agenda. On Saturday, April 22, the City of Springfield will celebrate Earth Day by hosting the 25th annual Earth […]

If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to volunteer at one of Springfield’s many historical sites, these volunteer recruitment fairs are for you. Join the State Historic Sites at Springfield this weekend to learn about volunteer opportunities at the Old State Capitol, Lincoln’s Tomb, Dana-Thomas House, Vachel Lindsay Home, Edwards Place, Illinois State […]

Bask in nature this Saturday by enjoying a seasonal wildflower hike at Lincoln Memorial Garden. The guided walks, led by garden volunteers, are an enjoyable way for visitors to explore the Lincoln Memorial Garden grounds while learning how to identify the garden’s wildflower blooms, flowering trees and shrubs. In addition to Saturday, April 15, Wildflower […]

Wandering is a possible symptom of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias experienced by many senior citizens. Learn about the triggers behind and how to help prevent senior wandering on Tuesday, April 18, during a seminar hosted by Home Instead Senior Care and Mill Creek Memory Care Facility in Springfield. The free program will highlight reasons […]