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Baltimore City police investigate fatal double stabbing
2 young men stabbed, one died of his injuries
Baltimore police are investigating a fatal double stabbing in northwest Baltimore in which the family of the victim said he was just trying to break up a fight.
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The incident happened around 3 p.m. Wednesday in the 4000 block of Belle Avenue near Garrison Boulevard, which is near Forest Park High School.
Detectives said a large crowd of about 50 people made up of students and young adults were gathered near that location when a fight broke out, and two young men were stabbed.
Both were taken to area hospitals. One of the victims, identified Thursday as Durrell Gaskins, 25, who lived on the block where the stabbing occurred, died of his wounds. The other man was treated and released.
"I actually held my son in my hands, and the last thing he told to me was, 'Daddy, I love you. I'm not going to make it,'" said Durrant Gaskins Sr., the victim's father.
Homicide detectives are trying to see if the victims were trying to break up the fight. Family members said Gaskins tried to intervene, and that's when he got stabbed.
"He wasn't trying to fight nobody, he was just trying to break it up. It hurts the most because I was right here with him," said Jasmine Ward, the victim's niece.
Family members nearby said they heard the commotion and ran down the street in time to see Gaskins stagger to the sidewalk and collapse. He died a short time later.
"I had him in my arms then, started getting lightheaded. My grandfather was trying to do CPR. I was calling the ambulance. He couldn't breathe no more," Ward said.
"This was my only son, and he was a good son. The thing that hurts so much is he was always the one trying to stop the trouble, and it cost him his life," Durrant Gaskins said.
Witnesses said the teens responsible ran off. The family returned to the scene Thursday, telling their story to the mayor with hopes that something can be done to stop all of the violence.
"Two families have been ripped apart by senseless violence, and we just have too much of it on the streets of Baltimore City," Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake said. "I just finished talking to community leaders, the principal and school officials to talk about what we can do in partnership to reduce this senseless violence."
Gaskins leaves behind two sons, ages 2 and 6, and his family only hopes that whoever did this is caught and brought to justice.
"One of you guys out there knows who killed my son. You know who killed my son," Durrant Gaskins said.
Police are asking any witnesses to come forward and contact them at 410-396-2100.


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Sen. John Cornyn introduced a bill Thursday to amend the Endangered Species Act to allow locals to share their voice in talks that could affect their livelihood.
Cornyn has taken up the cause of blocking four salamander species from being added to the endangered list, a move he has said would hurt the local economy.
"ESA litigation is being manipulated in a way that shuts out those folks most affected by the kind of settlements we're seeing, so my bill opens up the process to give job creators and local officials a say," he said in a release.
The bill is cosponsored by a handful of other senators.
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National Financial Partners, founded in 1999 and headed since then by Chairman, President and CEO Jessica Bibliowicz, came to prominence as the first of the new breed of rollup firms of advisory practices. By going public in 2003, NFP has gone further than most such rollup firms, for whom a public offering is still just a glimmer, even if becoming a public company has been a bit of a roller coaster ride for NFP, its affiliated firms and all its shareholders. (Bibliowicz is also a member of the AdvisorOne Top Women in Wealth for 2010, and was profiled by Investment Advisor's Melanie Waddell way back in 2001.)
But according to James Poer (left), who became president of the independent broker-dealer arm of NFP—NFP Securities—in 2008, over the past two to three years NFP Securities has quietly changed its focus in addition to its name regarding how it wants to interact with advisors of all kinds, and beginning now it will no longer be quiet.
NFP Securities, now known as NFP Advisor Services Group, "was in the background, a support business for the sister companies in the NFP family," said Poer in a Monday interview. "In the darkest hours of the financial crisis," Poer recalls, "we made a significant investment in independent financial advice, in our broker-dealer, because we believe in the independent model." The first step in that evolution was changing its name: "We thought 'Securities' didn't fit," he said, because that word "means BD; it means transaction." As NFP Advisor Services Group, the company is trumpeting that "We're a financial services company that serves the high-end financial advisor so they can serve their clients."
The second step was to make significant investments in technology, in what Poer calls "multiple chasses that serve more than one channel." While NFP Securities' traditional approach of serving independent registered reps and IAR reps of the NFP corporate RIA remains a "vibrant part of our business that will continue," NFP Advisor Services now welcomes as well those reps that have their own RIAs, Poer says, and dual registrants who "want to bring all their client data and their own compensation data "into one workstation."
The third step in NFP Advisor Services' evolution was to make "significant investments" not just in its technology, but in "talent, process and service" to support those advisors in the independent and dually registered space, which he argues is still "very fragmented."
The final step, he says, is about "getting our message to the market" through stepped-up advertising, recruiting and
roadshows designed to showcase NFP's definition of independence and what it believes is its "very sound, unique" proposition to the advisor universe.
In 2010's Q4, the Advisor Services Group (ASG) contributed significantly to NFP's revenue and bottom line. Q4 revenue of $58.9 million for ASG comprised 20.7% of total NFP revenue and was up 23% over 2009's fourth quarter. ASG's adjusted EBITDA for the quarter ended Dec. 31, 2010 was $3.3 million, a margin of 5.5%. AUM at NFP's corporate RIA was $9.3 billion as of year-end 2010, up $1.4 billion from the prior year.
The Advisors NFP Is Looking to Attract
What kind of advisor is NFP Advisor Services looking to attract to its model?
"We're less channel specific than profile specific," Poer says. "We're looking for advisors who want to go to that next level—not just good salespeople, but people who want to take a practice and make it a business." That means reps of other independent BDs, but also in the breakaway broker space.
NFP's strategy in serving advisors is to "focus on a day in the life of a financial advisor and their staff—in terms of process and engagement, that staff is as important as the advisor," says Poer. Like many BDs, NFP Advisor Services Group does have an advisory council made of up of reps and advisors, but Poer points out it also has a staff advisory council, since the advisor's assistant and staff is "where the rubber meets the road."
Poer cites as NFP's guide to helping its reps and advisors the findings of a 2008 study by the Aite research group that the average advisors spends 34% of his or her time in client-facing activities, but that the use of efficiency-improving technology raises that client time to 52%."The more integration points we can offer an advisor," the more efficient they become and the more time they can spend with existing clients and getting new clients, says Poer. "Their needs are account aggregation and CRM and portfolio accounting, and we integrate all of that into one workstation—we create more time for them to grow their businesses and reduce their staffing needs."
After all, he says, the independent advisor universe is "still a cottage industry" where advisors are "forced to plug functional holes—like with a CRM system or account aggregation." That leads to advisors taking steps to "solve for their symptoms rather than the broader disease." Yes, providing the right products is important, but NFP's approach is to provide access to all the traditional investment vehicles, though he says "we don't opine on money managers," and if an advisors wants to manage assets on his own, they can do so at the model level. But since NFP wants its advisors to "focus on the ultra-high-net-worth space," it focuses on providing access to alternative investments. Poer also sees benefits to wealth managers in NFP's strength as "one of the largest providers of insurance and benefits."
NFP is a compelling choice, he argues, for those wealth managers who are "looking at both sides of the balance
sheet for clients" and might use everything from long-term care insurance to property and casualty insurance coverage for issues like wealth transfer. After all, he says, "business owners and executives who have high net worth have personal needs and corporate needs" that go beyond investing into personal and corporate risk management, and providing that "from one central location" has business-building benefits for the advisor and wealth preservation benefits for the client.
While declining to say exactly what NFP Advisor Services Group's growth goals are—it currently has 1,000 independent contractor reps—Poer did say NFP is looking for "intentional growth—our desire is to grow relationships and align ourselves with like-minded professionals" who he characterizes as "quality high-end advisors" who appreciate having access to key executives at the firm. In a typical 200-rep broker-dealer firm, for instance, he says NFP's "fit is really right only for the top 10% of those reps."
As for the overall advisor universe and the effects of Dodd-Frank, Poer says he expects to see continued consolidation, especially among smaller broker-dealers like that hypothetical 200-rep BD. However, Poer doesn't think "you'll see a lot of small broker dealers being acquired. You have to have a high degree of confidence that you will be able to retain all those advisors—there's high risk there."


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October 5, 2012 will mark the 50th anniversary of the release of The Beatles' first single, Love Me Do, that launched the Fab Four's stellar career. Nearly five decades later, The Beatles are still captivating audiences everywhere and are considered by many to be the most influential musicians of all time. Along with their musical legacy, The Beatles left behind personal stories with those people lucky enough to share a moment with these music legends.
On October 2, 2012, to mark the anniversary, Cinema Libre Studio is releasing BEATLES STORIES, a documentary that captures cherished stories from famous fans – and the not so famous – about their unique encounters with these often imitated, but never duplicated, international stars. To coincide with the DVD/digital release date, the film will make its official theatrical premiere on Tuesday, October 2nd at the Egyptian Theatre in Los Angeles, with future showings to be announced.
Director/ Producer Seth Swirsky, an accomplished singer-songwriter and best selling author, grew up in the 60s and fell in love with The Beatles. They greatly influenced his decision to pursue a career in music where he is known for writing the international #1 hit Tell it to My Heart by Taylor Dayne and Love is a Beautiful Thing by Al Green.
In 2004, Swirsky was invited to perform at The Cavern Club, which the Beatles made famous so many years ago. While in Liverpool, Swirsky began asking the locals about The Beatles. To his surprise, these strangers shared their fondest recollections about the band; treasured stories he had never heard before, which he captured on his hand held video camera. Swirsky then wondered, "How many more stories are out there that people have never heard before?" That was the moment that BEATLES STORIES was born!
Over a period of eight years, Swirsky traveled around the world filming an exceptional array of people – many themselves celebrities – who wanted to share their stories. Some of the stars he managed to sit down with include Sir Ben Kingsley, Smokey Robinson, Brian Wilson, Henry Winkler, Jon Voight, Art Garfunkel, Davy Jones and Graham Nash.
The DVD release also contains additional interviews with the likes of Peter Tork, Denny Doherty, Alan Livingston and Paul Tennant as well as an extended interview with Norman "Hurricane"Smith, the Beatles' first recording engineer.
How many people can say they actually spent time with the Beatles? This film a compelling, revealing look at what they were really like. If you're a fan, or even if you're not, BEATLES STORIES is well worth a look.
For more information on the October 2nd premier, visit www.egyptiantheatre.com or to purchase tickets, please visit: www.fandango.com
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"My eyes lit up. Could the problems I'd assumed were inevitable be blamed on the tiny thyroid gland — and be reversed with a tinier pill? Maybe I didn't have to renew my gym membership after all."
What I feel Ms. Carlton is inferring here is that Synthroid and its brothers and sisters (Levothyroxine and such) will simply cure all of her symptoms – fatigue, weight gain, lack of energy, brainfog – and then she will happily carry on her life. That is a piece of information that should never be relayed to anyone. It isn't as simple as that. While she does state that it isn't simple in the next paragraph, I don't think she should have used such a comment as a clever quip. It sends the wrong message to individuals who are not privy to the ins and outs of thyroid problems. I'll explain further on this as the article progresses.
"At least 13 million Americans have some form of hypothyroidism, says Jeffrey Garber, M.D., who (literally) wrote the book on it — The Harvard Medical School Guide to Overcoming Thyroid Problems."
"(Hyperthyroidism, meaning thyroid hormone production is in overdrive, is a less-common condition.)"
"Hypothyroidism has been recognized since at least the 17th century, yet it's become a disease du jour…"
"'…people have lots of questions.' There's no shortage of answers for them. Hundreds of websites, a virtual cottage industry, profess to educate women about hypothyroidism."
"To confirm a hypothyroid diagnosis, many doctors suggest two additional blood tests: one to check the levels of T4 hormones (low levels confirm hypothyroid) and another to check for antithyroid antibodies (to see whether you have Hashimoto's)."
"The goal isn't just to ease symptoms — it's also to preempt new ones."
"A recent Danish analysis of a small group of newly diagnosed hypothyroid patients found little or no change in patients' fat mass after one year of thyroid treatment."
"'The goal is to take the lowest dose possible to get the TSH in the 1 to 2 range,' says Daniel Duick, M.D., an endocrinologist in Phoenix and president of the American College of Endocrinology."


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I love Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, and I have high expectations for the upcoming sequel, Cloudy 2: Revenge of the Leftovers. Details on the film have been scarce, but now EW is reporting that the plot revolves around Flint Lockwood (Bill Hader) and Sam Sparks (Anna Faris) returning to Swallow Falls to clean up the mess created by the FLDSMDFR only to find that food is now taking on the form of mutant beasts. "Magically, every creature is a combination of a food item and an animal that results in just a cringeworthy pun," says producer Kirk Bodyfelt. As a fan of cringeworthy puns, this makes me even more excited for the flick.
Hit the jump for more. Cloudy 2: Revenge of the Leftovers opens in 3D on February 7, 2014.
Here's a brief synopsis for the film, per EW:
Live Corp has been charged with cleaning up the island after Flint's contraption that turned water into food led to a mess of huge pancakes, pizza slices and, of course, meatballs garnishing the pulverized town in the original film. But in the sequel, the machine is still sputtering away somewhere — only now it's pumping out living pickles, a walking, gibberish-talking strawberry named Barry, and creatures like the giant, french-fry-legged bacon cheesespider, which lords over the abandon town like a massive cholesterol-spiking tarantula.
We kind of saw monster-food when the gummi bears attacked the flying car at the end of Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, but they were no match for Flint's talking monkey, Steve (Neil Patrick Harris). However, Steve may be no match for new character, Barb (Kristen Schaal). "Barb is the super-Steve," Bodyfelt explains. "She's an orangutan with a human brain inside her monkey brain — like a turducken." Who wants to start taking bets on a "Why cookie rocket?" reference?
Schaal isn't the only new addition to the cast. She'll be joined Terry Crews, who takes over the role of the tough-talking local cop Earl, after Mr. T decided not to return. I'm curious to see if Crews will be doing a Mr. T impression or take the character in a different direction. Hader and Faris will return alongside James Caan (Flint's father), Andy Samberg (Baby Brent), Benjamin Bratt (cameraman/pilot Manny), and Will Forte. Forte previously voiced the small supporting role of Joe Towne, but now he'll get to voice a larger character in the sequel. Forte will lend his voice to "Chester V (That's V like the letter, not the Roman numeral for '5.') V is a world-famous super-inventor who commands Barb."
Cody Cameron (story artist on the original Cloudy) and Kris Pearn (head of story on the first Cloudy) will be taking over the directing reigns from Phil Lord and Chris Miller, who will serve as executive producers. Horrible Bosses scribes John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein penned the script.


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- Date: 10/07/2019 6:00 PM - 7:17 PM
- Location: City Council Chambers
1400 Highland Ave
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
The Library Commission meeting has been rescheduled due to the Columbus Day holiday.
The Library Commission serves in an advisory capacity to the City Council regarding library services provided by the Los Angeles County Library System to the citizens of Manhattan Beach. The Commission also acts as a liaison between the City and public/private community groups supportive of library services. The Commission consists of six (6) members, five (5) at-large members and one (1) student representative. The Commission meets on the 2nd Monday of each month at 6:00 PM. Meetings are subject to change; check the City Calendar to note any changes in the Commission Meeting schedule.
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A guide to the fall guide
After the long, hot summer we've endured, we suspect everyone is ready for our annual Fall Guide and the chance to get outside in what many would say is by far the best season here in central Illinois.
Each year for the last 25 or so we've compiled the area's most comprehensive calendar of events – including fairs, festivals, historic events, concerts and theater – and packaged it in our Fall Guide. The calendar starts here, organized chronologically to make it easier to plan for dates when you have free time.
We've highlighted several weekend excursions – from ghost walks and skydiving to tractors and a drive along the Spoon River. And we've mixed in detailed previews of area festivals, theater and music events.
We recommend you look through the entire section and then pull out your post it notes or highlighter and start planning to make the very most of fall.
And don't forget to notice all the great local places advertising throughout the section. They are eager to have you come and shop, eat, have fun. Without them there would be no IT – and that would be no fun at all.
-Sharon Whalen, publisher
Artist on the Plaza
Through Sep 15, 12-1pm, Tuesday and Thursday outdoor instrumental, vocal, dance or musical theater performance. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza. 753-3519.
John Scarborough
Through Sep 16, 10am-2pm, Exhibition of award-winning paintings based on magnified views of assembled toy models and parts. Robert Morris Gallery, 607 E. Adams, 522-8977.
Marching to Different Beats Art Exhibit
Through Sep 17, 10am-5pm Tues-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat, Cornelia Powell, pen and ink; Barbara Stevens, oil/pastel. H.D. Smith Gallery, 420 S. Sixth Street, 544-2787.
Uptown Friday Night
Through Sep 30, 5:30-7:30pm, Fridays, Springfield Area Arts Council presents a free weekly jazz and blues performance. Robbie's Restaurant, Old State Capitol Plaza South.
Illinois Products Farmers Market
Through Oct 20, 4-7pm Thursdays, Local food, entertainment. Commodity Pavilion. 785-4873. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Jacksonville Farmers Market on the Square
Through Oct 27, 4-6pm Wednesdays, Sponsored by Jacksonville Main Street. Southeast corner of the square, downtown Jacksonville. 245-6884.
Old Capitol Farmers Market
Through Oct 29, 8am-12:30pm Wednesdays and Saturdays, Chef demos, artisans and entertainment on Saturdays. Adams between Fifth and Second. 544-1723.
Lincoln Corn Maze
Through Oct 31, 4-10pm Fri, 1-10pm Sat/Labor Day, Navigate by day or night through amazing 9-acre maze. Free hayride and activities. 309- 242-4736. Lincoln Corn Maze, 1376 1800th Street, Lincoln.
First Fridays Downtown
Sep 02, Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2, 5-8pm, Stroll, shop and eat downtown. Exhibitions, live music, great deals and fun surprises. Every first Friday. 544-1723. Downtown Springfield.
Life in the Counter-Form
Sep 19-Oct 28, 10am-2pm Tue-Fri, Cut paper art of the artist Richard Shipps. Robert Morris Gallery, 607 E. Adams Street.
Mike Manning
Nov 1-Dec 23, 10am-2pm Tue-Fri, Manning's art will be on display. Opening Reception is Nov. 4, 5-7 p.m. Robert Morris Gallery, 607 E. Adams.
Ovations - Art Exhibit
Nov 04-Dec 10, 10am-5pm Tues-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat, Beth Summer, photography; Colleen Ferratier, pastel/watercolor; Hugh Henderson, ceramics. Reception Nov. 5, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Music, beverages, hors d'oeuvres. Free. H.D. Smith Gallery, 420 S. Sixth Street, 544-2787.
Athens Fall Festival
Aug 25-27, 7pm Thu, 5pm Fri, 10am-12am Sat, Parade, carnival, bands, car show, entertainment and more. 636-8429. Athens Community Park, W Jackson St. at N Main St, Athens.
Lincoln Art and Balloon Festival
Aug 26-28, Hot air balloon launch and glow, tethered balloon rides, music, food, carnival games, fine art fair, the art of wine, children's art activities, flea market, craft fair, car show and more. Logan County Airport and downtown square, Lincoln, 217-735-2385.
Smoke on the Mountain
Aug 26-28, Sep 02-04, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun, Be witness to the stories and toe-tapping hymns from less-than-devout Sanders Family invited to perform in church circa 1938. $18. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St.
Old Capitol Blues & BBQs
Aug 26-27, 6pm-12am Fri, 12pm-12am Sat, Features 40 BBQ competitors and vendors, local and national blues talent and children's activities. $5, under 12 free. 544-1723. Downtown Springfield at Fifth and Washington streets.
Harp Concert
Aug 26, 7:30pm, Rhett Barnwell, renowned harpist, composer, teacher and liturgist to perform. Freewill offering. Hospital Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi Church, 4849 Laverna Road.
Healin' Home
Aug 26-27, 8pm, Full-length drama of three orphans in 1910 Missouri who run away from the Orphan Train. $12, 800-710-9290. Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.
Taylorville Farmers Market
Aug 27, 9am-1pm, The Market celebrates Ag Day. Taylorville square, Taylorville.
Civil War Dance Performance
Aug 27, 10:30am and 1:30pm, The Central Illinois Civil War Dance Society Performers in period costumes. Free. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-785-9363.
CenterLine Dressage Classic Horse Show
Aug 27-28, 8am-5pm, Two-day free horse show at the Coliseum. 793-6810. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Community Health Fair
Aug 27, 11am-3pm, Free school physicals and also eye/dental screening. 544-7881. Monroe Street Christian Church, 1229 E. Monroe Street.
Tad Lincoln's Father
Aug 27, 2pm, One-woman drama performed by local actor Linda Schneider. Memoir of a girl sent to play with the Lincoln children in the White House. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth Street, 217-524-0901.
Dog Days of Summer
Aug 27, 3-8pm, Wine tasting, specialty beers, food, silent auction, live music by Soul Purpose band (4-7 p.m.) to benefit Homeward Bound Pet Shelter. Long Creek Vineyards, Decatur, 7185 E. Firehouse Rd, Decatur, 875-1910 or 876-1266.
Education Rally
Aug 27, 4-6pm, Faith Coalition for the Common Good presents Dr. John Jackson, school supplies, refreshments, educational booths. RSVP 544-2297. Union Baptist Church, 1405 E. Monroe Street, 753-4379.
Annual Lawn Party
Aug 27, 5-7pm, Art Association of Jacksonville invites the public to a party. David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave, Jacksonville, 243-9390.
Sangamon Valley Group of Sierra Club
Aug 27, 6:30-7:30pm, One hour hike led by Sierra Club members who guide you through the insightful world of poop! 299-1156. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Drive.
The Summer Night Sky
Aug 27, 7pm, Explore the amazing skies with Dr. John Martin, UIS, and Sangamon Astronomical Society. Talk followed by star viewing. Register at 529-1111. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Drive.
Zoo-rific Evening
Aug 27, Animal encounters and behind-the-scenes look, drinks and hors d'oeuvres, auction, music, prizes! Tickets, 422-5911. Scovill Zoo, 71 S. Country Club Rd, Decatur, 217-421-7435.
2011 Baby Day
Aug 28, 12-4pm, New and expecting parents and child-care providers invited to expo sponsored by SIU HealthCare and ABC NewsChannel 20. $2. Crowne Plaza, 3000 S. Dirksen Pkwy.
1800s Craft Fair
Aug 28, 10am-4pm, Meet Abe and Mary Lincoln, watch craftspeople demonstrate variety of trades, live period music, tours and more. Free. Postville Courthouse State Historic Site, 914 Fifth Street, Lincoln, 217-732-8930.
Cooperative Bar-B-Cue
Aug 28, 12-7pm, DJs playing 50s and 60s dance music, DJ the Clown, Bob Remack Band Big Band dance music, free swim, food and more. Knights of Columbus Hall Council 364, 2200 S. Meadowbrook Road.
Juvae Jazz Society Mini Fest
Aug 28, 2-7pm, Bob Draga, Danny Coots, Dave Tatrow, Cody Henry, Jay Hungerford, Randy Morris, Kevin Turner Trio, Bob Havens. Indoor picnic. $35 in advance. juvaejazz.com. Decatur Conference Center & Hotel, 4191 US 36 West, Decatur.
Music in the Park
Aug 28, 4-7pm, Mojo Cats and Justin Kesterson and Mother Road Rocker. Bring a chair or blanket. Iles Park, Sixth St and Ash Street. 544-1751.
Summer Concert in the Park
Aug 28, 6pm, Jacksonville Pilot Club sponsors free music at the bandstand every Sunday through August. 478-2015. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.
Jubilee Regional Championship Morgan Horse Show
Aug 31, Sep 01-03, 8am-12am, Free four-day horse show at the Coliseum. 781-760-1270. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Back to School Party
Sep 01, 5:30-7:30pm, Open to alumni, community, staff, students and faculty. $18 includes hors d'oeuvres and soft drinks. Reservations by Aug. 25, 206-7395 or www.uiaa.org/uis. Island Bay Yacht Club, 76 Yacht Club Road, 217-529-5418.
Pittsfield Fall Festival
Sep 01-03, 6pm Thu-Fri, 9am Sat, Food vendors, crafts, carnival and many activities. Parade on Saturday beginning at 1 p.m. 370-9846. Pike County Courthouse, 100 E. Washington Street, Pittsfield.
Prairieland Chautauqua
Sep 02-05, Historical re-enactments like Mark Twain and Walt Whitman, storytelling, lectures, music and dance. 243-2423. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.
Abstractions Art Opening
Sep 02, 5-7:30pm, Work in various mediums by Prairie Art Alliance artist members. Drinks, five minute art for five dollars, hors d'oeuvres, live music. Free. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery II, 221-223 S. Sixth St, 544-2727.
Budweiser Illinois Blues Festival 2011
Sep 02-03, 6pm Fri, 12pm Sat, Internationally known blues artists on three stages. Bring a lawn chair. $20-$25. RiverFront Festival Park, Water Street, South of RiverPlex, Peoria.
Sep 02-03, 7:30-9pm, Rob Clare (formerly of Royal Shakespeare Company) and Reiko Aylesworth (off-Broadway actress, star of Golden Globe-winning TV show "24") perform scenes and speeches at Theatre in the Park. Tickets, 632-5440. Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.
Springfield Short Track Motorcycle Races
Sep 02-03, 5-10:30pm Fri, 7pm Sat, Amateur and pro AMA races in multi-purpose arena. Admission. Enter gate 11. 753-8866. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Ethnic Festival
Sep 02-04, 5-11pm Friday, 12-11pm Sat-Sun, Weekend of local ethnic groups providing ethnic foods, music and cultural activities. 629-7871. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Friends of the Sangamon Valley
Sep 03, 8am-1pm, Sugar Creek canoe tour. Cookout follows. $30, $50 couple. Reserve your spot ASAP. 525-1410. Bridgeview Park, 149 N. Lakewood Dr, Chatham.
Luau at the Lake
Sep 03, 3:30pm food, 6pm music, Authentic Hawaiian BBQ with Hawaiian chicken, macaroni salad, sticky rice, sweet roll and pineapples. Brooke Thomas and Blue Suns play at 6 p.m. Knights of Columbus Hall Council 4179, 141 N. Lakewood Dr, Chatham, 483-3013.
Sangamon Valley Woodcarvers Show
Sep 03-04, 10am-5pm Sat, 10am-4pm Sun, Carvers from across the country exhibit. $2, 12 and under free. Illinois Building. 546-8792. svwoodcarvers.org. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Casey Popcorn Festival
Sep 03-05, 10am-8pm, All the free popcorn you can eat, plus three days of carnival, clowns, craft vendors, karaoke, food, music, car show and more. 217-232-2676. Fairview Park, SE 4th St. at E. Van Buren Ave. Casey.
Arthur Amish Country Cheese Festival
Sep 03-05, Three days of free cheese, entertainment, contests, car show, craft and flea markets, food and more. 800-72-AMISH. Downtown Arthur.
Build Benld Art Fair
Sep 04, 9am-4pm (set-up 7-9am), Food, drinks and music throughout the day. Benld City Park, Benld, 217-835-2135.
Ice Cream Social
Sep 04, 10am-3pm, Family fun on 1800s historic farm at southern edge of town, Route 29. Educational speakers, music, vendors, displays, food, bake sale, children's activities. Bring lawn chairs. 217-968-5808. Greenview.
Springfield Mile
Sep 04, 1pm, AMA pro racing national motorcycle races on the mile. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 217-753-8866.
Stone House Open House
Sep 04, 1-4pm, Open house at 1830s stone house. Rain cancels. Sponsored by Rochester Historical Preservation Society. Rochester Historical Village, W. Main St, Rochester. 498-9497.
Illinois Symphony Orchestra
Sep 04, 6pm, Free baseball-themed concert with guest conductor Yaniv Segal, Michigan Pops Orchestra music director. (Civil War baseball demos, craft activities and more 2-6 p.m.), Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-785-9363.
AKC Dog Agility Trial
Sep 04-05, 7am-7pm, Watch dogs compete in timed sport as they negotiate an obstacle course. Coliseum Covered Arena. Free. Hosted by Capitol Canine Training Club. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave. 585-0937.
Dave Sinclair Labor Day Celebration
Sep 05, 4-6pm, Bring lawn chairs and enjoy music and an ole fashioned ice cream social. Virginia town square, 217-452-7786.
Labor Day Pops
Sep 05, 6-7pm, Free concert on the shores of Lake Decatur with the Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra. Nelson Park, Decatur.
Carson & Barnes Circus
Sep 07, 4:30pm and 7:30pm, Famous Carson & Barnes Three-Ring Circus features acrobats, jugglers, wild animals and flying trapeze. Prairie Land Heritage Museum, 1005 West Michigan, South Jacksonville, 217-479-2318.
Pied Piper Architectural Tour
Sep 07, Oct 05, 5:30pm, Free one-half hour professionally-guided architectural tour highlighting downtown buildings. Reception follows. Meets at Lincoln-Herndon Law Office. 544-1723.
Pekin Marigold Festival
Sep 08-11, Lots of unique contests and events. Music, art and so much more. 309-346-2106. Pekin. www.pekinchamber.com/MarigoldFestival.
Elkhart Historical Society Dinner Lecture
Sep 09, 5:30-8pm, "The Music of Rt. 66," "Elkhart's Place in Rt. 66 History." $25. Reservations at 947-2046 or elkharthistoricalsociety.org. Wild Hare Cafe, 104 Governor Oglesby St, Elkhart.
History and the Arts
Sep 09-10, 6-8pm Fri, 12-4pm Sat, Friday features Steve Berry, bestselling author. $30. Saturday free indoor artist, musician and dancer showcase. www.sancohis.org. 525-1961. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.
Mt. Pulaski Fall Festival
Sep 09-10, Plenty of food, carnival rides, 3-on-3 tourney, car show, beer tent with live bands, kiddie tractor pull, 5K run and lots of free entertainment and family fun. Free. Mt. Pulaski Courthouse, 113 S Washington St, Mount Pulaski.
Arenzville Burgoo Festival
Sep 09-10, 8am-7pm, Get your burgoo. Kenny Carlyle & the Cadillac Cowboys (Friday night). Janie Fricke (Saturday night). Contests Saturday. burgoo.org. 300 W. Main, Arenzville.
Havana Oktoberfest
Sep 09-10, 5pm-12am Fri, 8am-12am Sat, Food, fun, bands and entertainment for all. Join ZumbaFest on Saturday morning. 227 W Main Street, Havana, 309-543-3849.
Illinois Patriot Guard Gathering
Sep 09-11, 7am-1pm, Free. Illinois Building Main Floor. 229-4219. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Arcola Broom Corn Festival
Sep 09-11, 9am Fri, 7am, Sat, 7am-5pm Sun, Find out how brooms are made and why they are a big part of Arcola's past. National Broom Sweeping Contest and parade known for its length, plus all the regular festival activities, drink and unique food. Free admission. Arcola. 268-4530.
Traditional Music Festival
Sep 10-11, 10am-5pm, More than 100 musicians are expected to participate. $4-$2, $10 family. Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site.
History Camp for Kids
Sep 10, 9am-12pm, Free hands-on, family history youth activity. Registration required. email@example.com in advance. fgs.org/2011conference. Hilton Springfield, 700 E. Adams, 888- 347-1500.
Spirits of the Civil War
Sep 10, 9am-12pm and 1-4pm, First-person accounts of men who fought in the four branches of the armed services. Encampments. Free. Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site, Oak Ridge Cemetery.
Ancestry Day
Sep 10, 9:30am-4:30pm, Get the basics from Federation of Genealogical Societies and ancestry.com. $20. Register at www.fgs.org/AncestryatFGS2011. Hilton Springfield, 700 E. Adams, 1-888-347-1500.
Super Saturdays at the Museum
Sep 10, 10am-4pm, "Museum Kicks on Route 66." History of Mother Road, crafts, activities and games. Free for ages 4-8. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring Street, 782-6044.
WorldFest 2011
Sep 10, 10am-4pm, Live entertainment of different countries, ethnic food, cultural displays and World Market booths. Free admission and parking. Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave.
SOB (Springfield Oyster and Beer) Festival
Sep 10, 12-5pm, Over fifty specialty craft and homemade beers, exhibits, food and music. $20, $15 in advance. sobfestival.com. The Inn at 835, 835 S. Second Street, 523-4466.
Illinois Secretary of State Antique Vehicle Show
Sep 10, Over 50 classes of antique cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and tractors in the parking lot. 557-7220. Meijer Store, 4200 Conestoga Drive.
Jacksonville Walking Tour
Sep 10, Features architectural and historical tour of Governor Duncan's neighborhood. 243-2001. Governor Duncan Mansion, 4 Duncan Pl, Jacksonville, 245-2626.
Midwest Motorcycle Show
Sep 10, 12-5pm, Ten classes of vintage, custom and street bike and more from around the state. Bands, vendors, food. $5 spectator, $20 bikes. 467-2870. Washington at Fifth and Sixth streets.
Historic Bicycle Ride
Sep 10, 1-3pm, Join Springfield Bicycle Club on free, 10-mile bicycle tour of Lincoln-related and other Springfield historic sites. Day prior to the Capital City Century. Capital Complex Visitors Center, 425 S. College Street. spfldcycling.org. 698-7626.
Mural Mania
Sep 10, 1-4pm, Hands-on creation and painting of murals for children. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2432.
The Ragin' Cajun Bayou Bash
Sep 10, 3-11pm, Live Cajun music and food. The real thing. $5. 824-8651. Christian County Fairgrounds, 700 W. Spresser Street, Taylorville.
Springfield Bonsai Society Exhibit
Sep 10, 6-8pm, SBS members exhibit bonsai on opening evening of the Mina Hsing, Chinese Brush Paintings. David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave, Jacksonville.
Laughin' with Sound Celebration Chorus
Sep 10, 7pm, 60s musical comedy show featuring Sound Celebration Sweet Adeline Chorus and chorus quartets. $15-$12. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth Street, 523-2787.
Rockballet: LIVE
Sep 10, 8pm and Sep 11, 2pm, Springfield Ballet Company presents a multimedia celebration of dance and rock music featuring the best of Rockballet and live music provided by the newly-formed, multi-talented band, Downstate. $16-$26. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS. 206-6160, 800-207-6960.
Art Spectacular at the Carillon
Sep 10-11, 10am-5pm Sat, 10am-4pm Sun, Juried Fine Art Fair featuring original artwork, music, food, demos, kids art sale and more. Washington Park Rees Memorial Carillon, Fayette Road, 753-6219.
Morton Pumpkin Festival
Sep 10-18, Join 70,000 people at this festival with carnival, entertainment, craft show, parade and much more in the city where 80% of world's canned pumpkin is processed. Downtown Morton. mortonchamber.org. 309-263-2491.
Breakfast with the Animals
Sep 10, 15, 8-10am, Experience zoo sounds while enjoying a continental breakfast. Pre-registration required. $9-$7. 753-6217. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Drive.
A-Maze-ing Corn Maze and Festival
Sep 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, Oct 01-02, 09-10, 11, 11am-6pm Sat, 12-6pm Sun, Four-acre cornfield maze. $5. Free festival is Sept. 17-18, 24-25 with children's area, straw maze, food, pumpkin painting and more. Auburn United Methodist Church, 14100 State Route 4. auburn-umc.org.
Capital City Century
Sep 11, 7-11am, Join Springfield Bicycle Club on a recreational bicycle ride of 10, 25, 40, 62 and 100 miles over flat to slightly rolling terrain. (Also, historical ride on Sept. 10, 1 p.m.) spfldcycling.org. Lake Springfield Beach House, 100 Long Bay Drive, 217-726-5560.
St. Cabrini Church Fall Festival
Sep 11, 11am-5pm, Hipbone Sam, Luke Hayes Magician, games, country store, raffle, 50/50, food and beverages for purchase, clowns and more. St. Cabrini, 1020 N. Milton, 522-8555.
TAP Fest
Sep 11, 12-8pm, Outdoor concert for families in support of Autism Program of Illinois. Live music by The Dave Littrell Band, Low Phatt, Post War Fords and The Blue G's. Hickory River BBQ. Crows Mill Pub, 1220 Toronto Road, 217-529-2769.
Family Carnival
Sep 11, 12-6pm, Carnival games, car show, food, Shriner's jazz band, DJ and more. Military tribute at noon. All proceeds to Ansar Shriners. Hickory Glen Senior Living, 1700 W. Washington, 217-793-0431.
Sep 11, 1-2pm, In commemoration of those injured or who died on 9/11, and a stand for end to violence around the world. Federal Building, Sixth and Monroe. Sponsored by Pax Christi Springfield. Downtown Springfield.
Fall Farm Day
Sep 11, 1-5pm, Pumpkin and face painting, farm tour, crafts, barrel train, live bees and goats. Free admission. 447-3409 or gailspumpkinpatch.com. Gail's Pumpkin Patch, 1709 2000th Ave, Beason.
Enchanted Evening on Elkhart Hill
Sep 11, 5-8pm, Enjoy casual elegance, classical music, food and wine on lawn of beautiful and historic mansion. Cro'Hurst Mansion on Elkhart Hill, Cro'Hurst Drive, Elkhart, 947-2046.
Springfield Civic Garden Club
Sep 12, 9am-11:30pm, 'Butterfly and Moth Gardening in Illinois.' Susan Dees Hargrove, Biological Resources Specialist, IDOT. www.scgc-il.org. Westminster Presbyterian Church, Walnut Street. 522-4415.
Volunteer Recruitment Fair
Sep 12, 9:30-11:30am, Agencies set up with display and hand-outs for their volunteer needs. RSVP and FGP host. Refreshments. Erin's Pavilion, Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second Street, 217-753-0702.
Artist Reception: Anna Grossnickle Hines
Sep 14, 5-6pm, Opening of new art exhibit, Peaceful Pieces. LLCC James S. Murray Gallery, Upper level, Menard Hall, 786-2318.
Gordon Lightfoot
Sep 14, 8pm, 70s hit singer of hits like "Sundown." Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960.
Iroquois Peace Maker Legend and U.S. Constitution
Sep 15, 12-1pm, Anna Grossnickel Hines presentation. Robert H. Stephens Room. Free. Lunch available for $3. Register, 786-2789. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Road.
Pike County Fall Color Drive
Sep 15-16, Atlas, Barry, Pittsfield and twenty other Pike County communities provide events, activities, vendors, crafts, food and exhibits, all to stop at during your cruise of the autumn countryside. pikecolordrive.com.
The Great Pumpkin Patch
Sep 15-Oct 31, 9am-6pm, Toddler Corn Mazes are free. Great Maize Maze, $2. Wanda's Crib, haunted. The Great Pumpkin Patch, 1749A CR 1900 N, Arthur. the200acres.com. 543-2394.
Constitution Day Program
Sep 16, 12pm, Presentation about U.S. Constitution and its history. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2414.
Miracle Soiree
Sep 16, 6-10pm, Enjoy a night of casual elegance with wine tasting, a complimentary wine glass, hors d'oeuvres and live music. Hill Prairie Winery, 23753 Lounsberry Road, Oakford.
An Evening with Groucho
Sep 16, 7:30pm, Award-winning actor/director/playwright Frank Ferrante recreates his acclaimed portrayal of legendary comedian. Illinois College Sibert Theatre, McGaw Fine Arts Center, Jacksonville, 217-245-3000.
Harvest Fest
Sep 16-17, 5pm Fri, 8am Sat, Enjoy the beauty of Petersburg, plus food, crafts, bands, activities, parade Sept. 17 at 10 a.m. Free, some activities have a fee. 632-7363. Petersburg Square, N. Seventh Street at W. Douglas Avenue, Petersburg.
Abraham Lincoln National Railsplitting Festival
Sep 16-18, 7-10pm Fri, 10am-4pm Sat-Sun, Something for everybody including old-fashioned rail-splitting, tomahawk throwing, antique cars and tractors, historical displays, flea market. $3 day, $5 weekend. Logan County Fairgrounds, 1408 Short 11th Street, Lincoln.
Route 66 International Film Festival
Sep 16-18, 10am-11pm Sat, 10am-8pm Sun, See 62 of the best independent films from around the world, meet the filmmakers. Session, day and weekend passes. Tickets, 523-2787. route66filmfestival.net. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 220-0669.
Griggsville Apple Festival
Sep 16-18, Weekend full of pageants, contests, food stands, crafts, parade (Saturday) and musical entertainment during 40th anniversary. 833-2637. Griggsville.
Riverfest 2011
Sep 16-18, 5pm Fri, Riverfest has been going on for 20 years. Includes carnival, games, food and music. Riverton Center Park, Fourth Street at Jackson Street, Riverton, 836-7692.
Be Aware Wellness Fair
Sep 17, 10am-1pm, Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. 245-2174. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.
Fall Music Festival
Sep 17, Outdoor music fest hosted by several downtown bars. Screaming Vatos, Trippin Billies and others to be announced. Fifth Street. Downtown Springfield.
Artacular Spectacular Family Event
Sep 17, 11am-3pm, Learn about the art that is all around you through crafts, games, hands-on activities and more. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring Street, 782-5993.
Edwards Place Fine Art Fair
Sep 17-18, 10am-5pm Sat, 11am- 4pm Sun, National artists present and sell their works. Tours of Edwards Place Home where Lincoln entertained, hands-on activities for kids, food, music and book sale. 523-2631. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St.
Clayville Fall Festival
Sep 17-18, 9am-6pm Sat, 10am-4pm Sun, Two days of great activities, demonstrations, tours, pony rides, crafts and games for kids, food and entertainment at an old stage coach stop. $3-$1. Clayville, Route 125, Pleasant Plains, 481-4430.
Leaf Identification and Collection Hikes
Sep 17, 24, 10am-12pm, Register for one of two free Saturday guided hikes around the garden grounds with approximately 50 trees. Washington Park Botanical Garden, 1740 W. Fayette Ave.
A-Maze-ing Corn Maze and Festival
Sep 17-18, 24-25, 11am-6pm Sat, 12-6pm Sun, Free festival with children's area, straw maze, food, pumpkin painting and more. (Four-acre cornfield maze. $5.) Auburn United Methodist Church, 14100 State Route 4, Auburn. auburn-umc.org.
Jerry Garcia Tribute
Sep 18, 1-9pm, Free food, drinks, kids games music and fun. Sponsored by Penny Lane. Douglas Park, 400 N. Macarthur Blvd.
Gandhi Event
Sep 18, 3-4:30pm, Rajmohan Gandhi shares the mission of peace and compassion as lived by his grandfather, Mahatma Gandhi. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 South Grand Ave West.
Harvest Celebration
Sep 18, 5-8pm, Six local chefs prepare tasting plates with fresh, seasonal, locally produced food. Guest speaker Author Deborah Niemann-Boehle. Inn at 835, 835 S. Second Street. 528-1563. www.ilstewards.org.
Leaf Identification Hikes
Sep 18, 25 and Oct 02, 2pm, Here's help for students with their leaf collections. $4. 529-1111. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Drive.
Uhlee's Gold
Sep 19, 7-9pm, 1997 film on compassion starring Peter Fonda as Uhlee, a Vietnam vet, widower, grandfather and beekeeper trying to keep his family together through tough times. Discussion follows. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh Street, 217-753-4900.
Sounds like a Revolution
Sep 20, 7pm, Liberty Brew & View feature documentary about the new wave of protest music sweeping across America. Capital City Bar & Grill, 3149 S. Dirksen Pkwy, 529-8580.
Prairie Grapevine Concert
Sep 20, 7pm, Cowboy music with Andy Weisenhofer and His Jolly Band of Cowboys. $9-$5. prairiegrapevine.org. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd.
International Day of Peace Interfaith Prayer Service
Sep 21, 7:30-7:50am, Sponsored by GIFT. Look for rainbow banner from parking lot on Mason, between MacArthur and Walnut. Douglas Park, 400 N. Macarthur Blvd.
LLCC Multicultural Fest
Sep 21, 11am-6:30pm, Enjoy free food and free entertainment representing several different countries and ethnic groups. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2789.
National Show Horse Finals
Sep 22-24, 9am-10pm, Artisans Building Coliseum. Free. 937-962-4336. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Autumn's Child
Sep 23, 12-1:30pm, Award-winning Native American flutist Mark Holland, known as 'the Jimi Hendrix of Native American Flute.' LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2789.
Prairie Land Heritage Museum Steam Show and Fall Festival Days
Sep 23-25, Admission $5 for the whole weekend, food, old time demonstrations, huge flea market, lots of family fun! 243-5678. Prairie Land Heritage Museum, 1005 West Michigan, South Jacksonville.
International Route 66 Mother Road Festival
Sep 23-25, 6-11pm Fri, 11am-10pm Sat, 11am-2pm Sun, Over 1,000 cool cars on display along with free entertainment, festival of cars parade, swap meet and manufacturers midway for the restoration enthusiast. route66fest.com. Downtown Springfield.
Symphony for the Eyes Art Exhibit
Sep 23-Oct 29, 10am-5pm Tues-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat, Garry Biggs, photography; Joan Gardner, fiber/mixed media; Midge Langfelder, painting. H.D. Smith Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St, 544-2787.
Gazebo Art Festival
Sep 24, 9am-5pm, Chat with local and regional artists, listen to Al Sears Jazz Festival. Free art activities for kids. 309-833-1315, makeitmacomb.com. Chandler Park, Macomb.
Moving Planet Jubilee Farm Bike Ride
Sep 24, 9am, Ride to Jubilee Farm Fall Festival and back - about 22 miles. www.350.org. www.jubileefarm.info. Capital Complex Visitors Center, 425 S. College Street.
Historic Jacksonville Bandstand
Sep 24, 10am, (9:15am bands start), Three bands representing 19th, 20th and 21st centuries plus distinguished speakers. Prairie Land Heritage Museum, 1005 West Michigan, South Jacksonville.
Celebrate Fall
Sep 24, 10am-3pm, Exhibits, walk the trails, visit the llamas and more. jubileefarm.info. 787-6927. Jubilee Farm, 6760 Old Jacksonville Road.
Art Auction/Sale and Wine Tasting
Sep 24, 6pm, Benefits Springfield Committee for Children, not-for-profit paying for Sangamon county students' extracurricular activities. $15, includes wine, cheese, live music. Tickets and info 241-2415. Ansar Shrine, 630 S. Sixth Street, 217-525-1771.
It's All Relative with Kirsten and Karin Paludan
Sep 24, 8pm, Midwestern natives and acclaimed singing sisters make Springfield debut in this uplifting, multi-media musical memoir. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960.
Alpaca Farm Days
Sep 24-25, 10am-5pm Sat, 11am-4pm Sun, Free family event to meet alpacas face to face. Fiber demonstrations and end products made from alpaca fleece. 632-2590. alpacasofindianpointhills.com. Indian Point Hills, 17229 Vaneman St, Petersburg.
Apple and Pork Festival
Sep 24-25, 7am-5pm, Entertainment, flea market, pony rides, museum tours, craft area and over 25 food booths. Free admission to grounds. DeWitt County Museum, 219 E. Woodlawn, Clinton.
Apple Festival
Sep 24-25, 9am-6pm, Pick your own apples from the 123 acre orchard or buy some from the market, then browse the craft fair. Broom Orchard, Carlinville. 854-3514.
Beardstown Fall Festival
Sep 24-25, Features music, parade, carnival rides, craft and flea market, car show and more. Sammy Kershaw Sunday, 4 p.m. 491-3771. Art Zeeck Park, Second St. at State St., Beardstown.
Cruise Nite and Car Show
Sep 24-25, One-of-the area's largest cruise nights. Watch cruise on Saturday night and enjoy car show on Sunday morning. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.
Memorial SportsCare Women's Biathlon
Sep 25, 8am, USAT-sanctioned non-competitive biathlon with 3.1 miles flat-course running, 12 miles biking on gently rolling hills. Register at active.com. Family health/fun fair at 7:30 a.m. Koke Mill Medical Center, 3132 Old Jacksonville Road, 862-0200.
Whisper in Time Cemetery Walk
Sep 25, 1-4pm, Four local historical figures discuss their lives in the Cascade area during 1800s. Free, donations accepted. 622-5824. Taylor Cemetery, behind (east of) Ranger Station, Sangchris Lake State Park, 9898 Cascade Rd, Rochester.
Music in the Park
Sep 25, 4-7pm, Free Celtic music with Fake McCoys, Exorna, Elk Pipes and Drums, The Emerald Underground. Bring a chair or blanket. Washington Park Playground, 1021 South Grand Ave, 217-753-6225.
Health and Wellness Fair
Sep 28, 10am-2pm, Representatives from area organizations promoting healthy living lifestyles. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 786-2241.
Conference on Illinois History
Sep 29-30, Two day conference held at PCCC and ALPM. Registration and fee info at presidentlincoln.org or 558-8934. Various locations.
Barry Apple Festival
Sep 29-30, Oct 01, Apple pie contest, parade (Oct. 1 at 1 p.m.), talent contests, pet show, car show and so much more. 217-242-0041. Barry City Hall, 1005 Bainbridge Street, Barry.
Swing Night
Sep 30, 6-10pm, Listen to Sande Hackel Orchestra at 7 p.m. Dance instruction at 6 p.m. Refreshments for purchase. Decatur Airport FBO Hanger, 790 S. Airport Rd, Decatur, 422-5911.
Sep 30, 7pm, Vancouver-based company that creates unforgettable percussion performances using kinetic instruments skillfully crafted from industrial scraps. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960.
Sep 30-Oct 01, 7:30pm, Oct 02, 2pm, Thrilling musical with full orchestra and cast of over 50 local performers. (Friday premire is part of the Arts Gala with preshow and post show activities, $50-$30.) Admission. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth Street. 523-2787.
Jacksonville Rotary Oktoberfest
Oct 01, 8am-10pm, Sand volleyball tournament, beer tasting, authentic German band, games, ethnic folk dancers, German food and more. $5. Morgan County Fair Grounds, Jacksonville. 753-2226.
Fur, Feather, Fin Fall Fling
Oct 01, 10am-6pm, Final free admission day of the season. Activity packed day includes animal programs. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Drive, 217-753-6217.
Book Group Launch
Oct 01, 10am, For individuals and book groups interested in studying Twelve Steps to a More Compassionate Life. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh Street. www.prairiecompassion.org.
Oct 01, 11am-8pm, Festival showcasing female performers, artists and others. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2241.
Ballroom Boogie
Oct 01, 7-11pm, Dancing, socializing, drinks and fun. All proceeds benefit American Red Cross Local Disaster Relief. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 217-899-4101.
Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra
Oct 01, 7:30pm, Season Opening Concert. Illinois College Rammelkamp Chapel, 1101 W. College Ave, Jacksonville, 217-245-1181.
Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra
Oct 01, 7:30pm, Unabashed Romanticism and brilliant virtuosity. Piano sensation Thomas Pandolfi featured in Liszt's fiery and poetic First Concerto. Kirkland Fine Arts Center, 1184 W. Main St, Decatur, 424-6318.
Zoe Muth and the Lost High Rollers
Oct 01, 8pm, WUIS Bedrock Series brings Seattle singer-songwriter to center. $19. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.
LOESS Rock, Fossil and Gem Show
Oct 01-02, 10am-6pm Sat, 10am-5pm Sun, Exhibits, demos, rock identification, kids activities. $2, under 12 free. Illinois Building. 622-3484. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Harvest Fest and Fish Fry
Oct 01-02, 1-6pm, Celebrate fall at this popular festival with food and outdoor music, two bands each day. No coolers or pets. 635-9900. Hill Prairie Winery, 23753 Lounsberry Rd, Oakford.
Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive Fall Festival
Oct 01-02, 8-09, 140 miles, 15 villages, arts and crafts, antiques and collectibles, food, and historic sites and buildings in beautiful Fulton County. 309-647-8980. Spoon River Valley, Canton. spoonriverdrive.org.
Abe's Corn Maze
Oct 01-Oct 22, 10am-6pm, 12-6pm Sun, Walk ten-acre corn maze, over three miles of twists and turns. $5-$3. abesocornmaze.org. 522-5632. iWorship Center, 3200 Shaler Road.
Roland Folse
Oct 01-30, 4-6 Tue-Sat, 1-3pm Sun, Folse's paintings, ceramics and woodworking on display. Opening reception Oct. 1, 6-8 p.m. David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave, Jacksonville.
Buxton's Haunted Corn Maze
Oct 01, 07-08, 14-15, 21-22, 28-29, 9am-5:30pm, 6:30-11pm Fri-Sat, Seven-acre maze, friendly during the daytime and scary at night. Sat-Sun free hayrides. Admission. Buxtons Garden Farm and Flower Shop, Route 121, Sullivan.
Shotgun Manor Haunted House
Oct 01-29, 7:30-11:30pm Fri-Sat, Wonderfully spooky haunted house run by Sullivan Ambucs, every weekend in October. Tickets at door. Shotgun Manor, 14 S. Washington, Sullivan.
Springfield Civic Garden Club
Oct 03, 9-11:30am, SCGC's Liz Drake discusses growing, harvesting, drying and cleaning gourds and using them in arts and crafts. Westminster Presbyterian Church, Walnut St. 522-4415.
Re-trial of Mary Surratt
Oct 03, 5:30pm, Be there as Lincoln assassination conspirator is retried by Appellate Court Judge Thomas Appleton and Assistant Sangamon County State's Attorney Bill Davis and local attorneys Carol Posegate, Steven Beckett and Greg Harris. Springfield actress Aasne Vigessa portrays Mary Surratt. $25. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St, 782-5764.
Capital Area Education Fair
Oct 05, 9am-2pm, Free. Orr Building. 629-6003. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Pied Piper Architectural Tour
Oct 05, 5:30pm, Free one-half hour professionally-guided architectural tour highlighting downtown buildings. Reception follows. Meets at Lincoln-Herndon Law Office. 544-1723.
Jazz at Lincoln Center with Wynton Marsalis
Oct 06, 7:30pm, Internationally critically-acclaimed and touted as an extraordinarily versatile orchestra by The Los Angeles Times. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960.
Elkhart Historical Society Dinner Lecture
Oct 07, 5:30-8pm, "Bats! Facts and Myths About Famous Flying Mammals." $25. Reservations, 947-2046 or elkharthistoricalsociety.org. Wild Hare Cafe, 104 Governor Oglesby St, Elkhart.
Gallery II Art Opening
Oct 07, 5-7:30pm, "Paper Work," collaborative paper exhibit. Partners on Paper: Illinois State Museum, Springfield Art Association, RMU, UIS, Prairie Art Alliance. Music, drinks, hors d'oeuvres. Free. PAA Gallery II, 221-223 S. Sixth St, 544-2727.
Candlelight Tour
Oct 07-08, 7-9pm, Bring the family and experience New Salem after dark. Interpreters welcome you into reconstructed log homes of the village. New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.
The Haunted Dead Walk
Oct 07-Oct 28, 7:15 Fridays and Saturdays, 90-minute Springfield Walks walking tour. $12-$8 when you arrive for tour or at Prairie Trader at City Market, 113 N. Sixth Street. 502-8687.
Boo Crew Haunted House
Oct 07-08, 14-29, Fri-Sun, 6:30pm, Gigantic high-tech theatrical haunted house with three levels of scare. $8. (Kid friendly Oct. 11, 4-6 p.m.) boocrew.com. Cooper Township Facility, 6500 Jett Road, Rochester.
Youth Charity Horse Show
Oct 07-09, 8am-10pm, Fun-filled weekend of competitive showmanship. Free and open to public. Coliseum. youthcharityhorseshow.com. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Haunted Springfield Tour
Oct 07-Oct-30, 7pm Fri-Sun, 2.5-hour real ghost hunt walking and caravan driving tour (need your own car). $15-$20, Tickets at tour or Prairie Trader, City Market, 113 N. Sixth Street. St. Paul's Cathedral parking lot, 815 S. Second Street. 502-8687.
Terror on the Square
Oct 07-08, 14-16, 21-23, 30-31, 7pm, Weekends through October, rated third best haunted house in Illinois for its mystifying illusions and ghostly holograms. $9 adults, $7 kids. Petersburg Square, N. Seventh Street at W. Douglas Ave, Petersburg. terrorontheweb.com.
Girard Pumpkin Festival
Oct 08, 8am-4pm, Pumpkin carving and costume contest, kid's activities and games, pumpkin chunkin contest, craft and food vendors and more. $2. North Mac High School, 525 N. Third, Girard, 217-965-4127.
Pumpkin Chuckin' Festival
Oct 08, See how far you can chuck your pumpkin. Buxtons Garden Farm and Flower Shop, Route 121, Sullivan, 217-728-7993.
Old Fashion Apple Festival
Oct 08, Small festival on working apple orchard. Play areas for kids, cider and apple slushies. Okaw Valley Orchard, RR 2 Box 124, Sullivan, 217-728-8269.
Super Saturdays at the Museum
Oct 08, 10am-4pm, "Owls: What a Hoot!" Learn how owls see and hunt, where they live, how they are helpful to humans, and more. Free for ages 4-8 and families. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring Street, 782-6044.
International Beer Tasting & Chili Cook-Off
Oct 08, 3-8pm, Over 150 specialty and import beers from around the world with tasty chili. $8. www.jaytv.com/urbanabeerandchili. Downtown Urbana, S. Race Street and W. Main Street.
Lighting up Petersburg Festival
Oct 08, dusk, Bonfires, treats, pumpkin decorating and more for great family fun. 632-7363. Petersburg Square, N. Seventh Street at W. Douglas Ave., Petersburg.
Indian Summer Festival
Oct 08-09, 10am-4pm, Nothing welcomes in fall like this party on the prairie. Delicious food, kids activities and games, bluegrass and folk music, crafts and more. $4, $3 age 13-2. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr.
Carve for the Carillon
Oct 08-09, 11am-4pm, Free family event. Bring your carving tools or use the gardens. Pumpkins supplied. Washington Park Rees Memorial Carillon, Fayette Rd, 753-6219.|
Springfield Jaycees Haunted House
Exact times and dates to be announced soon. Free parking. Admission. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave. springfieldjaycees.org.
Taino: The Native Americans Who Discovered Columbus
Oct 10, 11:30am-12:30pm, Fascinating program about Native Americans presented by Bobby Gonzalez. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2789.
Erin Bode Group
Oct 10, 8pm, Music forged from Americana of its members' Midwestern roots, infused with jazz grooves and made magic by Bode's bell-like voice. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University
Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960.
Veterans Day Ceremony
Oct 11, 12pm, Veterans are honored. Guest speakers and small reception follows. Outside A. Lincoln Commons. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 786-2241.
Belly Dance Demonstration
Oct 11, 12-1pm, Michelle Suarez demonstrates traditions from Indian and South American cultures. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 786-2241.
National Fossil Day
Oct 12, 9am-5pm, Organized by National Park Service with fossil-related hands-on activities and crafts. Museum Docents available to answer questions. Free. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-5993.
Club Bellydance
Oct 13, Features Bellydance Superstar dancers Sabah, Moria, Colleen, Stefanya and Victoria. $23.50. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.
Lincoln Legacy Lecture
Oct 13, 7-9pm, "Lincoln and the Civil War." Dr. Michael Burlingame, UIS, and Dr. Lucas E. Morel, Washington and Lee University. Free. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 206-7163.
Dave Rudolf's Family Halloween Spooktacular
Oct 14, 6:30pm, Ghoulishly delightful, but not too scary interactive musical show with sound effects, props and more. Free. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2241.
Oktoberfest and Chili Cook-off
Oct 14-15, 12-10pm Sat, Wine tasting, beer tent, band on Friday night. Saturday, chili cooking, inflatable kids games, entertainment, live band. 728-2684. Sullivan Square, Sullivan.
UIS Homecoming Weekend
Oct 14-15, 4:15pm, Parade on Friday and Student/Faculty basketball game at 3-5 p.m. Saturday at TRAC. University of Illinois at Springfield.
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
Oct 14-15, 6:30-9:30pm, Walk through display of 2011 illuminated hand-carved pumpkins. Food, Tree of Lights, spooky music. Free shuttle bus from SHG. Admission. Washington Park Rees Memorial Carillon, Fayette Rd, 753-6219.
Clayville Carnival of Carnage
Oct 14-15, 21-22, 28-29, 7-10pm Fri-Sat, 5-6pm Sat, Haunted house and haunted hayride at historic site. (Friendly hours Sat. 5-6 p.m.) $5 or $8 for both. clayville.org. 481-4430. Clayville, Route 125, Pleasant Plains.
Oct 14-16, 21-23, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun, Springfield Theatre Centre presents their 64th Season. $15-$12. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.
Our Savior's Fall Craft Festival
Oct 15, 9am-3:30pm, Wide variety of vendors and home-based demonstrators from the Springfield area. Free admission. Our Savior's Lutheran School, 2645 Old Jacksonville Rd, 217-793-6433.
Illinois Symphony Orchestra
Oct 15, 8pm, "Tragedy and Triumph." Grieg's Piano Concerto with world-renowned and hometown-favorite pianist Awadagin Pratt. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS. 206-6160, 800-207-6960.
Cerebral Palsy Benefit Day
Oct 15, 1-3pm and 6-10pm, The day starts with two hours of meet-and-greet with Illinois State Police and their cars, fire trucks and fire fighters, monster truck rides, games and prizes, photos with Dallas Cowboy cheerleader, drinks, grab bags. $10 per child. Evening includes Grammy-award winning country singer Jamie O'Neal from Nashville who performs, food, beverages and cash bar. $15. Sangamon Prairie Reception Center, 201 S. Main Street, Chatham. 638-1176 or 220-4585.
Pike County Fall Color Drive
Oct 15-16, Weekend of food, fun, history and color! 491-2208. pikecolordrive.com. Various locations.
Fall Festival
Oct 15-16, 10am-4pm, "Surviving the Winter." Walk back into the 1830s as preparations take place for the winter. New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.
Route 66 Sprint Series
Oct 15-16, Regional kart racing series. Free admission for spectators. Six miles east of Springfield. 553-3613. route66kartracing.com. Mid-state Kart Club, 160 Kender Lane, Dawson.
Pumpkin Give-Away
Oct 16, 11am-3pm, Take home a carved pumpkin. Free, but donations appreciated. Washington Park Rees Memorial Carillon, Fayette Road, 753-6219.
Oct 16, 7pm, ZooZoo - the best of Imago Theatre's acclaimed productions FROGZ and Biglittlethings. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960.
Prairie Grapevine Concert: Pete Sander
Oct 18, 7pm, Springfield singer/songwriter performs. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road, 217-454-0178.
ALIVE! Mental Health Fair
Oct 19, 10am-2pm, Educate yourself on mental health topics and speak with individuals in the field. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2241.
Mid-America Mane Event Horse Show
Oct 20-23, Free event, hosting Pleasure Olympic Finals and prestigious national Good Hands Equitation Finals. midamericahorseshow.org. Mane Event is free and open to the public. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Partners on Paper City-wide Progressive Reception
Oct 21, 6-8pm, Meet those from the many groups who have joined together on this city-wide project. Robert Morris Gallery, 607 E. Adams, 522-8977.
Oct 21, 7:30, Award-winning chamber ensemble giving voice to classics and new works. $15. 245-3069. Illinois College Rammelkamp Chapel, 1101 W. College Ave, Jacksonville.
Michael W. Smith – Wonder, Worship and Blessings
Oct 21, 8pm, Three-time Grammy Award winner in Christian music. $37-$77. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS. 206-6160, 800-207-6960.
Springfield Bonsai Society Fall Show
Oct 22, 9am-4pm, See the gorgeous art of bonsai. Auction at 1 p.m. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Drive, 217-529-1111.
Harvest Rolls
Oct 22, 9:30am-2pm, Learn to make yeast rolls with squash. $30, baking ingredients and organically grown squash. Lunch of soup and harvest rolls. Register by Oct 19. Limited to eight. 787-6927. Jubilee Farm, 6760 Old Jacksonville Road.
Richard Shipps Demonstration
Oct 22, 2-3pm, Cut paper artist Richard Shipps shows how he does it. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring Street, 217-782-7386.
Springfield Illinois Zombie Walk
Oct 22, 5-8pm, Dress in your best undead attire and win prizes offered in many categories to benefit the Epilepsy Resource Center of Springfield. (Zombie Prom follows at Brewhaus, Washington Street.) Washington Park Shelter, South Grand Ave.
Juvae Jazz Society Concert
Oct 22, 5-8pm, The Original Wildcat Jass Band from Arizona plays. $22. Food available, casual dress. 546-1363. Decatur Club, 158 W. Prairie Ave, Decatur. www.juvaejazz.com.
In the Mood
Oct 22, 6:30pm, Big band experience with swing, rhythm, jazzy, brassy, sentimental and romantic music of an era past. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960.
Third Day
Oct 22, 7-9:30pm, Multi-platinum-selling Christian rock band with guest Tenth Avenue North. $20-$75. Prairie Capital Convention Center, One Convention Center Plaza. 217-788-8800.
Zoolie Ghoulie
Oct 22-23, 29-30, 1-5pm, Bring your little ones dressed in costume for safe trick-or-treating inside zoo grounds. Admission. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr. 753-6217.
Giant Flea Market
Oct 23, 8:30am-4:30pm, Indoor market. $1.25, age 12 and under free with adult. Illinois Building. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave. 529-6939.
Oct 25, 7:30pm, Violinist recognized for 28-year career as most dazzlingly gifted performer before the public. Midori is also worldwide messenger of peace. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960.
Racism, Globalization and Changing Face of America
Oct 26, 12-2pm, Presentation by Lecia Brooks of the Southern Poverty Law Center. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2241.
We've Only Just Begun
Oct 27-30, 7pm Thu-Fri, 2pm Sat-Sun, Mature Mob's 20th anniversary production with singing, music, comedy, dancing and more. Benefits Springfield Senior Services. $16, 528-4035. Knights of Columbus Hall Council 364, 2200 S. Meadowbrook Road.
Rocky Horror Show - Live!
Oct 27-29, 9pm Thu-Sat and 11:59pm Sat, Don't miss a live cast performing this musical with audience participation. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth Street, 217-523-2787.
Drac's Back
Oct 27-30, Jacksonville Theatre Guild. Tickets, 245-1402. jaxtg.com. Sophie Leschin Theatre, 1201 S. Main Street, Jacksonville.
I Hate Hamlet
Oct 28-30, Nov 03-05, 7:30pm, 2pm Sun, Play about actor playing a character he despises and a ghost claiming the young actor's apartment. $17-$10. Tickets at Sangamon Auditorium ticket office or by phone 206-6613. UIS Studio Theatre, One University Plaza.
The Halloween Hustle 5K
Oct 29, 8am, 10am race, Run with Newschannel 20 on-air hosts to benefit Helping Hands of Springfield. $25. 744-0470 or email@example.com. Washington Park, South Grand.
Halloween Parade and Trick or Treating
Oct 29, 5pm, Free family fun evening for all. Halloween attire is encouraged for everyone, Petersburg Square, N. Seventh Street at W. Douglas Ave, Petersburg.
Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra
Oct 29, 7:30pm, "Classical Masters" featuring Viennese classical style. Kirkland Fine Arts Center, 1184 W. Main Street, Decatur, 424-6318.
Goosebumps Organ Concert /Electronic Light Show
Oct 29, 7-8:15pm, Dress in all black or white or as a historical hero for dramatic and evocative music, dance and electronic lighting. Lincoln tells a ghost story too. First Presbyterian Church, 321 S. Seventh Street, 528-4311.
Springfield Classical Guitar Society
Oct 29, 8pm, Dr. William Yelverton, Faculty, Middle Tennessee State University on guitar and lute. $12, Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2313 Whittier Ave. 726-8991.
Safe Trick or Treating
Oct 30, 5-8pm, All Lincoln Square Merchants welcome little ghosts, goblins, during daylight hours. 245-6121 or 248-0674. Jacksonville.
Trick or Treating and Games
Oct 31, 6-8pm, Free fun for all the kids on Halloween night. Menard Medical Center, #1 Centre Drive, Petersburg.
Gallery II Art Opening
Nov 04, 5-7:30pm, "Poets and Painters Reverse." PAA artists' art created via inspiration from poems by the non-profit group, Springfield Poets and Writers. Music, beverages, hors d'oeuvres. Free. PAA Gallery II, 221-223 S. Sixth St, 544-2727.
Elkhart Historical Society Dinner Lecture
Nov 04, 5:30-8pm, "The Scully Family - Draining the Prairie." $25. Reservations at 947-2046 or elkharthistoricalsociety.org. Wild Hare Cafe, 104 Governor Oglesby Street, Elkhart.
Illinois Chamber Orchestra
Nov 04, 7:30pm, The innovative and inspirational sounds of Stravinsky and Tchaikovsky open the season. 206-6160. St. Agnes Parish Hall, 245 N. Amos Street.
Champaign Urbana Folk and Roots Festival
No 04-05, All over downtown Urbana will be music, storytelling, dancing, workshops and folk arts. Urbana, S. Race Street and W. Main Street. folkandroots.org/site/.
The Pirates of Penzance (Young Adult Version)
Nov 04-06, 11-13, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun, Springfield Theatre Centre presents their 64th Season. $15-$12. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth Street, 217-523-2787
Vachel Lindsay Birthday Celebration Open House
Nov 05, 10am-4pm, Join the free celebration of Springfield's most well-known poet of all time with live entertainment and refreshments. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St, 217-524-0901.
Collector's Day
Nov 05, 10am-3pm, Local collectors display unique items, from typewriters to music boxes to antique pins to cameras to cartoon memorabilia. No buying or selling. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring Street, 782-0061.
St. Paul's Annual Fall Festival
Nov 05, 4:30-8:30pm, Springfield Choral Society, kids zone, wine wall, raffle, auctions, face painting, TV give-away and pulled pork dinner. $15. Cathedral of St. Paul, 812 Second Street, 544-5135.
Hope For The Holidays Fine Art and Craft Fair
Nov 05-06, 10am-5pm Sat, 12-4pm Sun, Features several area well known artisans in many mediums. Also kids area and silent auction. Hope Presbyterian Church, 2211 Wabash Ave, 546-6951.
Antiquarian Book Fair
Nov 06, 10am-5pm, Rare and collectable volumes and more by experienced dealers. Consultations available. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2432.
Firefighter's Lake Club Fine Arts Festival
Nov 06, 10am-3pm, Over 25 artisans display and sell their creations in conjunction with the club's annual Burgoo. Free admission. 522-9180. Firefighters-Postal Lake Club, 940 W. Lake Shore Drive.
My Fair Lady
Nov 06, 7pm, Big League Productions Inc. presents sparkling new production of musical based on Shaw's play. UIS Broadway Series. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960.
Springfield Civic Garden Club
Nov 07, 9-11:30pm, "Colorful Concepts with Seasonal Splash." Paula Fricke and Sharon Winch of Flower Connection. Westminster Presbyterian Church, Walnut Street, 522-4415.
Jake Shimabukuro
Nov 08, 7:30pm, Hawaiian musician mixes jazz, rock, classical, traditional Hawaiian music and folk on ukulele with comparisons to Jimi Hendrix and Miles Davis. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960.
Judas Priest
Nov 09, 7pm-12am, Legend rocker rocks the stage in a farewell tour with Black Label Society and Thin Lizzy. $39-$59. Prairie Capital Convention Center, One Convention Center Plaza. 217-788-8800.
UIS International Festival
Nov 11, 4:30-8:30pm, Professional storytellers, ethnic food, dance performances, activity booths and more. Free. Student Life Bldg. 206-6678. University of Illinois at Springfield.
Robbie Fulks
Nov 11, 8pm, WUIS Bedrock Series with singer/songwriter and guitarist. $19. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth Street, 217-523-2787.
Greater Downstate Indoor Bluegrass Festival
Nov 11-13, 2:30pm and 7pm Fri; 10:30am, 1pm and 7pm Sat-Sun, Showcase of bluegrass bands, talent show, workshops, guitar show and more. $55 weekend pass, $10-$25 individual shows. bluegrassmi


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What to try, whilst in Rome!
Crepes are very very good, You can get them at most pizzerias and gellaterias. They look like pancakes and they are made in a very similar way. The mixture is poured onto a flat round plate that has a lid which is pressed down onto it for a few minutes. It smells absolutely great while it is being cooked.
Then after the crepe has been made you have a variety of toppings which can be spread onto it. Of course the only one imaginable which could possibly be good enough for this would be the best chocolate spread in the world, Nutella. The crepe is then folded and has sugar sprinkled on top of it. It is then handed to you warm for you to enjoy.
You really have to have one of these. Crepes are best enjoyed after a few slices of some really good pizza while waiting for your bus to come pick you up. One crepe is enough for one person and the price is around 3 and half euros. The other things you can have with it are strawberry jam, marmalade and I think I saw apricot and blackberry too.
The pizzeria that I went to was just down the road from Piazza Navona and its open really late. To get back to Termini is really easy as there is a night bus which stops on the other side of the street.


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SJ8497 : Oxford Street
taken 3 years ago, near to Manchester, Great Britain
The A34 is a major road which runs from the A33 and M3 at Winchester in Hampshire, to the A6 & A6042 in Salford, Greater Manchester. It forms a large part of the major trunk route from Southampton, via Oxford, to Birmingham, The Potteries and Manchester.
The road is in two sections. The northern section runs south through Manchester and Cheadle, and bypasses Handforth, Wilmslow and Alderley Edge, before passing through Congleton, Newcastle-under-Lyme, and the southern suburbs of Stoke-on-Trent. It then continues south via Stone, Stafford, Cannock and Walsall, passes through the middle of Birmingham (where it briefly merges with the A41), before meeting the M42 motorway at junction 4 south of Solihull.
The southern section begins some 50 miles (80 km) to the south, at junction 9 of the M40 motorway, 10 miles (16 km) north of Oxford. It continues south as the western part of the Oxford Ring Road, crossing the River Thames on the A34 Road Bridge. It then bypasses Abingdon, Didcot, and Newbury before finally finishing just east of Winchester, at junction 9 of the M3 motorway. This part of the A34 is dual carriageway throughout.
Together with parts of the M3 and the M40, the southern section of the A34 forms an important route carrying freight from Southampton to the Midlands. Because of the volume of traffic, bypasses were built along this route; at Newbury on the A34, and at Twyford Down near Winchester on the M3, but these were controversial for environmental reasons and were the scene of significant direct action environmental protests in the 1990s. Instead of cutting a short road tunnel through Twyford Down, the entire escarpment was carved-out and the motorway placed through it.
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- Gerald England (find more nearby)
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- Saturday, 26 August, 2017 (more nearby)
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- Saturday, 20 January, 2018
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OSGB36: SJ 841 975 [100m precision]
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- Southeast (about 135 degrees)


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Gimenez clears waivers, undecided on returning to Texas
HOUSTON -- Chris Gimenez cleared waivers on Saturday, two days after the Rangers designated the catcher for assignment. He's been offered outright assignment and he will take a couple of days to make a decision.
Gimenez can refuse assignment and take free agency. Rangers manager Ron Washington hopes Gimenez remains with the organization.
"Definitely. He brings a lot," said Washington. "He's a very versatile guy, he's a good teammate. I hope he sticks.
"Once he cleared waivers I reached out to him. Reiterated just like I did before we optioned him out. We'd like to keep him. It's really his decision. I let him know how much we want him. We know him, he knows us."
Gimenez was hitting .262 in 34 games for Texas. On Friday, the Rangers activated catcher Geovany Soto from the 15-day disabled list. Gimenez and Robinson Chirinos shared playing time at catcher while Soto was on the DL.