Arts & Culture
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In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Route 66, The Pharmacy will host a special Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit Bob Waldmire - Nomadic Hippie, gifted artist, and Route 66 icon. Immerse yourself in the legend's creative expressions and awe-inspiring attention to detail, celebrating the nostalgia and culture of Route 66. Springfield native Bob Waldmire was… 
Route 66: The Road That Takes You — Springfield Edition is a photography exhibition by Lakewood, Ohio photographer David J. Schwartz, whose work was selected for the official USPS Route 66 Centennial commemorative stamps. For more than two decades, Schwartz has traveled the length of Route 66, documenting the people, places, and quiet moments that…
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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Museum (ISM) invites the public to get their kicks at a new “Miles of Memories: Stories of Route 66” exhibit May 23, 2026 - April 4, 2027. The exhibition brings to life the experience of living, working and traveling along U.S. Route 66 during its heyday. The exhibit incorporates the… 
Step aboard Route 66 SUBMERGED, a 45-minute interpretive boat tour on Lake Springfield that reveals a hidden chapter of America’s most iconic highway. Beneath the surface lies a stretch of Springfield’s original Route 66 alignment, submerged when Sugar Creek was dammed in 1933. Guided by local storytellers this immersive journey blends history, nature, and narrative—offering… |
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SPRINGFIELD – The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will offer a double dose of Mary Lincoln on Oct. 1 when best-selling author Lois Romano discusses her Mary Lincoln biography… |
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OCTOBER 2nd - OCTOBER 31st Fridays & Saturdays Only AREA 66 HAUNTED SCHOOL HAUNTS HOSTED BY: THE PINK ELEPHANT ANTIQUE MALL EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHT 7PM - 11PM | $20.00 -PHOTO OPS -MERCH -FREE PARKING TICKETS: area66hauntedschool.fearticket.com Dare to enter the spookiest school in town! Area 66 Haunted School brings chills, thrills, and hair-raising…
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BLOOMINGTON, IL — Local artist galleries and studios will host a free Children’s Art Scavenger Hunt during Downtown Bloomington’s First Friday celebration on Friday, October 2, 2026, from 5:00 PM to… |
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Market Day is calling! The Downtown Bloomington Farmers’ Market is a vibrant, community-centered market that brings together local farmers, artisans, and small businesses in the heart of the city. Held seasonally in historic Downtown Bloomington, the market offers a wide variety of fresh, locally grown produce, homemade baked goods, handcrafted items, and specialty foods—all sourced… |
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Celebrating 100 Years. Elevating the Possibilities! Save the Date: October 8-10, 2026, Click Here to Register! Get ready — the 2026 Miles of Possibility Route 66 Conference is taking the Mother Road celebration to a whole new level! As Route 66 marks its 100th anniversary, this landmark event will be a premier centennial summit, uniting… |
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There's a party brewing in southwest Illinois. Plan a weekend of festival fun along The Last 100 Miles of Route 66 Oct. 9-10. Local communities are pulling out all the stops to celebrate the centennial of the Mother Road and that includes lots of live music, food and Route 66 memories. Check out these great… |
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Market Day is calling! The Downtown Bloomington Farmers’ Market is a vibrant, community-centered market that brings together local farmers, artisans, and small businesses in the heart of the city. Held…
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Main Street Mingle season is officially ready for vendor sign-ups — and trust us, this year is going to be BIG. With themed events, our Renaissance edition, and the massive…
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Brooklyn Park will come alive with energy when the highly anticipated Community Festival kicks off from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. This spectacular afternoon will offer neighbors a completely free day packed with food, vital resources, and unforgettable entertainment. Families will make lasting autumn memories as children enjoy scenic hay rides, pony rides, bounce houses,…
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The 2026 Litchfield Pickers Market returns on the second Sunday of each month, May to October, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. This popular regional market features a juried antique sale with live music all day and plenty of street food. You'll also enjoy the adjoining Monroe Street market area with talented artisan and farmers market vendors. Plus,… |
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Market Day is calling! The Downtown Bloomington Farmers’ Market is a vibrant, community-centered market that brings together local farmers, artisans, and small businesses in the heart of the city. Held…
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Geocoinfest is a FREE four-day event that celebrates geocaching and trackables. Meet other geocachers from all over the United States and the world, trade or purchase trackables, play in the geocoin poker challenge or learn about minting your own geocoin, trackable.
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5 events,
Market Day is calling! The Downtown Bloomington Farmers’ Market is a vibrant, community-centered market that brings together local farmers, artisans, and small businesses in the heart of the city. Held… |
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5 events,
Market Day is calling! The Downtown Bloomington Farmers’ Market is a vibrant, community-centered market that brings together local farmers, artisans, and small businesses in the heart of the city. Held… |