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The Old Capitol Farmers Market has been produced by Downtown Springfield Inc. since 1999 with major support from HSHS St. John’s Hospital and also with support from Development Services Group, the City of Springfield and Central Baptist Church.  It strives to support small farms and local growers by providing a venue to directly market their […]

This summer the Springfield Park District will host a series of outdoor monthly movies.  Each movie will begin at dusk, or around 8 p.m.  All of the movies are family-friendly and free. The park district has partnered with Ansar Shriners of Springfield to provide the concessions.  The first film of the series is the 2009 […]

The 1950s and 60s were a time when gay Americans faced an anti-gay legal system. Police raids on gay bars were usual and tensions between the two groups were already high in the early morning hours of June 28, 1969, when the police raided the Stonewall Inn in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of Manhattan.  Many believe that […]

The Illinois History Forum returns this year with discussions on topics ranging from war to college sports. Experts in their fields will lead each discussion, giving the audience opportunities to ask questions and share their observations. The forums take place every two months at noon in the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library. Each one focuses on […]

An American musical and classic tale, 42nd Street tells the story of Peggy Sawyer, a talented young performer with stars in her eyes who gets her big break on Broadway.  Arriving in New York City from her hometown of Allentown, Pennsylvania, armed with her tap shoes and big dreams, she soon lands her first big job in […]

In 1919, Congress passed the 19th amendment which forbade states to deny the right to vote on the basis of sex and sent it to the states for ratification. Illinois was one of the first three states, along with Michigan and Wisconsin, to ratify the amendment just six days after it was passed. The Lincoln Land Community […]

Part of the mission of Autism Support of Central Illinois (ASCI) is to provide sensory-friendly events, grants, access to resources, support and educational programming for children with autism and their families.  The services provided by ASCI are made possible by fundraising efforts and through donations.  The hallmark of their educational programming is Camp ASPIRE, a […]

The Elijah Iles House was built in the 1830s, making it one of Springfield’s oldest houses. There is evidence that it was designed by the same architect who designed the Old State Capitol. It is one of Illinois’ earliest residences in the Greek Revival style of architecture. Two of Springfield’s most famous citizens, Abraham Lincoln […]

217 Food Weeks are intended to highlight local flavors and promote local businesses.  Each food week focuses on a particular type of food or drink such as burgers, Italian dishes or appetizers.   217 Nacho, Taco and Margarita Week will be a celebration of tortillas and tequila from May 6-12.  Unique, off-menu nacho and taco dishes […]

The SAA Collective is hosting another installment of Night Gallery. Gallery director Corrin McWhirter will lead the tour of “Crepusculum,” featuring works by Joe Ciaccio, Leslie Stalter and Mehr Tumulty. The work of these three artists combine to tell a story of confronting the unknown, exploring our inner spirit and understanding the relationship between place and identity. Local writers  Eli […]

The University of Illinois Springfield presents the 8th annual Student Technology, Arts and Research Symposium (STARS). UIS undergraduate and graduate students will showcase their research and creative activities through short talks, poster presentations, art exhibitions, and musical and theatrical performances throughout the three-day event to be held at the UIS campus. The symposium gives the […]

The Animal Protective League (APL) will hold its annual Upscale Collectible Sale this Friday and Saturday at White Oaks Mall in the upper level of the space previously occupied by Bergner’s.  The sale will include furniture, antiques, jewelry, tools, home décor, books, movies, children’s items and holiday décor. All proceeds from the sale will benefit […]