Events
“How Raccoons Saved Illinois from Canada, and Other Frontier Tales” – Janet Roney
Elkhart Christian Church’s Fellowship Community Center 206 S. Gillett St., Elkhart, IL, United StatesThe Elkhart Historical Society is excited to introduce Janet Roney as the featured speaker for our Friday, April 25th dinner lecture. Her presentation, "How Racoons Saved Illinois from Canada, and Other Frontier Tales", is guaranteed to either enlighten you, or refresh your memory of the formation of our great country. Hint, you may want to review the…
Jaw Knee Vee at Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.
Buzz Bomb Brewing 406 East Adams Street, Springfield, IL, United StatesKicking spring off with some psychedelic surf rock! Jaw Knee Vee is a one man band from Duluth Minnesota. He describes his music as "Deep fried Lo-fi rawkabilly punk blues surf trash boogie woogie stomp". Buzz Bomb Brewing offers many ongoing events throughout the year, including Tuesday Happy Hour, Friday Happier Happy Hour, Handmade Trivia,…
2025 Elkhart Historical Society Wildflower Nature Walks with Biology Professor Tony Rothering
Elkhart Cemetery - Gillett Chapel 8 Governor's Dr., Elkhart, IL, United StatesPerhaps Punxsutawney Phil was correct in his prediction for more winter, but soon that will give way to a gentler weather pattern. The beauty of spring wildflowers accompanies the bird…
2025 Route 66 Main Street Mingle Market
Virden on the Square 175 E Jackson, Virden, IL, United StatesWelcome to Route 66 Main Street Mingle Market: More than a Market, It's a Movement. Discover the heart and soul of Virden, Illinois, nestled along the iconic Old Route 66. Join us on the Fourth Saturday of the month, 9am-3pm from April to October. In the heart of Virden, the Route 66 Main Street Mingle…
Yacht Rock Tribute Party at The Curve
The Curve Inn 3219 S. 6th Street Rd, Springfield, IL, United StatesJoin us at the Curve Inn for a night of great music! Deja Voodoo takes the stage, plus 50/50 raffles and an unbeatable deal—$25 entry for all-you-can-drink draft beer while supplies last. All proceeds support CIAF.
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