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Join us on Thursday, May 14 from 9-11 am at the INB Chatham Branch for a free shred event in support of Titan Fuel!
Bring your documents to safely dispose of, and help make a difference - donations will be accepted to benefit Titan Fuel and their mission. You can bring up to 5 bags or boxes of shred.
To learn more about what to expect at a shred event, visit inb.com/shredevent.
We hope to see you there!

The Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise Tour makes its way to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum this month.

This powerful mixed media portrait series of first-time women voters will be on display weekdays from 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. in the library’s atrium at 112 North 6th Street from Friday, May 15, to Friday, May 29, 2026. Admission to the library is free.

You’re also invited to join artist Niki Johnson for a combined artist talk and hands-on writing activity exploring Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise. Johnson will share insights into her creative process and the themes behind the exhibition, followed by guided discussion and creative reflection around democracy, equity, and civic participation.

The artist talk and hands-on activity are free and open to the public and will take place in the library atrium at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, May 15, 2026. Advance registration is not necessary. Complimentary pastries and the museum’s very own Presidential Perk coffee will be offered to attendees.

The Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise Tour Springfield appearance is made possible through a collaboration between the League of Women Voters of Illinois Education Fund, Illinois Humanities, Healing Illinois, and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.

Join the Prairie Wind Ensemble, under the direction of Jim Tallman, for their spring concert! Admission is free to the concert, however a donation is suggested. Follow the Prairie Wind Ensemble on Facebook and Instagram for more information!

Join us as we celebrate the powerful starts that spark life-changing journeys. Register for the Girls on the Run 5K Presented by Memorial Health and get ready to Celebrate Your Start alongside 400+ girls in our community! This celebratory, non-competitive event is the culminating experience of our 10-week program.

9:00 AM - Activities
10:00 AM - 5K Begins

On this special morning, you will be surrounded by girls who have discovered how to take brave steps, set goals, and believe in themselves. Whether you walk, skip, or roll, we want you to be part of the excitement, joy, and confidence-building!

North America’s largest award-winning interactive true crime murder mystery dinner show invites you into a night of laughter, mystery, and audience-driven intrigue. Enjoy a full dinner while a hilarious crime unfolds around you—but stay alert. The culprit is hiding in plain sight, and before the night is over, you could find yourself named a Prime Suspect.

Now playing at Maldaner’s in Springfield, IL, this murder mystery dinner experience is unlike traditional dinner theater. Our professional actors are not in costume and are secretly planted among the guests, creating a modern, social, and highly interactive evening. Each ticket includes our signature live murder mystery show, a complete dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of unexpected twists. Reserve your tickets now and crack the case before it’s too late.

Planning a group celebration or private event in Springfield? We specialize in custom private shows for companies, parties, and organizations of nearly any size—hosted at our public venue or brought directly to your location. Perfect for team outings, corporate events, and unforgettable celebrations.

Happens on the following Dates:
May 16, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
May 30, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)

Pets are members of our family who offer us unconditional love. They are at our side on good days and bad days. Through their companionship we experience love and fulfillment. They make us focus on someone outside ourselves. When we lose our pet, the pain can be unbearable.

Join with others who are mourning the loss of a pet at our nondenominational Community Pet Remembrance Ceremony. Guest speaker is Leigh Steiner, pet doula. If you wish, bring a small memento of your pet. Reservations are suggested but not required.

On Sunday, May 17, from 1-3 pm, Dr. Michael Wiant will present a program titled “The Impact of the American Revolution on Native Americans” at Three Pines, 510 West Sheridan, Petersburg. This presentation is the second of four lectures in the Tea and Revolution Series, sponsored by the Illinois State Historical Society, Three Pines, Alliance Community Bank, Riverbank Lodge, and the William Penny Chapter of the NSDAR, reflecting on the 150th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

We declare that all people are created equal and possess unalienable rights, including “Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.” Today, the power of these few words still resonates as it did on July 4, 1776. Yet for the Indigenous inhabitants of North America, these words were a harbinger of profound and devastating consequences.

Our celebration must account for the consequences of the United States' birth and growth for the Indigenous population of North America: the impact of disease, population decline, and the loss of ancestral lands. Despite these existential challenges, Native American Nations survived and continue to thrive, though for many, recovery remains a daily challenge.

History is the best course to wisdom, and as such, it is imperative that, to forge a better future, we take time to reflect. Conquest, which entered our language in the 1300s, remains in the daily headlines. How do we ensure that all people are created equal and possess unalienable rights, including “life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness”?

Subterranean Sound and Vision presents “A Rotting World Double Feature” at the Illinois Theater in Jacksonville, Illinois on Saturday, May 17, 2026.

The event will feature screenings of the classic horror films The Last Man on Earth and Night of the Living Dead along with a meet and greet with the cast and crew of the independent horror film Holler.

Doors open for the meet and greet at 4:00 PM, and the films begin at 4:45 PM.

Guests can meet the filmmakers and actors behind Holler, purchase Holler merchandise, and enjoy theater concessions throughout the evening. Suggested support at the door helps support the completion of the independent film project.

Location:
Illinois Theater
200 E Court St
Jacksonville, IL

Presented by Subterranean Sound and Vision.

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Step into the spirit of the holidays with decor arranged by the Springfield Civic Garden Club. Enjoy the sparkle of art glass throughout the house. Tours run every 15 minutes; final departure at 6:30 PM. Post-tour cocoa and s'mores in the courtyard, with live music by Ben Bedford from 5:00 PM-6:30 PM. (No live music December 26.) Courtyard closes at 7:45 PM. Registration available through Eventbrite but not required.

Each month, we invite our youngest visitors (0-5 years) and their caregivers to participate in Little Lincoln’s Fireside Tales. This early learning program focuses on reading stories and engaging children in activities and play around a fun theme that changes monthly.

Nothing beats curling up with a good book! Join the ALPLM’s Education Team on Tuesday, May 26 at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library as we share stories and activities as we explore the wonderful world of books!

This program is free, but advance registration is required. Due to increased demand, we now offer two sessions of Little Lincoln's Fireside Tales. Just select the session you'd like to attend. If your first choice should happen to be "sold out," please select the other time.