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Join us for a free, family-friendly outdoor concert in front of the Illinois Governor’s Mansion. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics—we’ll provide the vibes! There will also be food & drink for purchase.

We are excited that Levitt AMP Springfield is on the schedule tonight as part of Juneteenth Inc. – Springfield’s 8-day celebration!

Headliner: The Rumble ft. Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr. –
New Orleans Funk
The Rumble, fronted by Big Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr. of the Young Eagles Black Masking Indian tribe, the band seamlessly blends past, present, and future elements of New Orleans culture into their sound. The Rumble features an exceptional lineup of musicians: Aurélien Barnes on trumpet/percussion, José Maize Jr. on trombone, TJ Norris on bass, Ari Teitel on guitar, Andriu Yanovski on keys, and Trenton O’Neal on drums. Each member brings unique influences ranging from funk to hiphop to brass band, gospel, jazz, and classical.

Event Schedule:
• 6:00 PM – Lawn opens (open seating — don’t forget your chairs!)
• 6:30 PM – Welcome, National Anthems, and Kid’s Kickoff
• 7:00 PM – Opening Act (to be announced soon!)
• 8:00 PM – The Rumble ft. Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr. takes the stage

Come early, get comfy, and soak in the summer evening with incredible live music and community energy!

Moccasin Creek Festival is an annual 4-day music festival which takes place at beautiful Lake Sara just west of Effingham, Illinois. The lake was created in the 1950's from five creeks that run through the basin. One of those creeks was named Moccasin Creek by a surveyor named Griffin Tipsword in the 1850's, because of moccasin tracks he found on the banks.

The founder of Moccasin Creek Festival is Bill (Poss) Passalacqua, an Effingham native who has built his life around writing, performing and promoting music. The Passalacqua family has a rich musical history, and Bill has three brothers, all of whom are musicians. Each of them have followed in father Larry's musical footsteps. Folk, bluegrass, alt country, roots rock, and blues - "Americana" music. This is what MCF is all about - in the shade of a hickory grove, next to a lake, at the onset of summer.

Food and beverages sold on site. Kids shows/activities. Camping is next door to the festival venue, as well as cabins for rent. There is a free beach and disc golf course within walking distance and a golf course just up the road. Boats, canoes and kayaks for rent. Effingham is only 5 miles away, and has thousands of hotel rooms available, as well as a plethora of restaurants catering to almost any taste.

The Nature of Freedom: A literary commemoration of Juneteenth is a readers theater piece; a style of theater in which the actors present the script without costumes, scenery, or special lighting. Actors use only scripts and vocal expression to help the audience understand and follow the story. Sources are cited throughout the 30-minute act and include: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, Langston Hughes, Harriet Tubman, Dr. Maya Angelou, Robert Smalls, Harriet Beecher Stowe, and Henry Bibb. The play is directed by Reggie Guyton, with script by Ed MacMurdo.

There are multiple opportunities for you to experience this inspiring production.

Thursday, June 12, at 12:00 p.m.
Friday, June 13, at 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 18, at 12:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 19, at 12:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 19, at 6:30 p.m.
The daytime performances are included with your regular museum admission.

The evening event is free, but does require advance ticketing.

The American Heart Association’s Springfield Heart and Stroke Walk
Sunday, June 22, 2025
Erin’s Pavilion at Southwind Park
Free event
1 pm Family activities and check-in
1:30pm Walk Kicks off
1 or 2 mile fun walk, with balloon animals for kids, fruit bar, EMT’s showing CPR, and more!

Tickets are now on sale for the Illinois Stewardship Alliance’s Summer Solstice Celebration fundraiser and farm-to-table dinner, celebrating more than 50-years of the non-profit’s work across the state. The Solstice Celebration will be held on Sunday, June 22nd from 5pm to 8pm at Indian Creek Farmstead located in Petersburg. The event will celebrate local food and will feature an authentic farm-to-table dinner, live music, a silent auction, and fellowship amongst friends.

A fresh new menu will be crafted by long-term local food advocate and Alliance friend, Chef Joe Standley of Proud Richard’s restaurant in Jacksonville. Standley has worked in the culinary industry for over a decade and has developed his craft while working for outstanding Chicago eateries including Goose Island, Mindy’s Hot Chocolate and the Purple Pig.

Chef Standley will add a new twist to this year’s menu by tackling a 100-mile challenge in sourcing ingredients for this farm-to-table meal from Illinois farms within 100 miles of Petersburg. It will be a one-of-a-kind meal that exemplifies the non-profit’s work to grow a vibrant local food system.

This event builds on the 16-year tradition established by the former Harvest Celebration previously held in September. In the spirit of promoting local food, proceeds from this premiere fundraiser support the Alliance’s mission to bring farmers, eaters, and food system leaders together to shape a stronger and more resilient local food and farm system.

The Illinois Stewardship Alliance is the only statewide organization that works solely on food and farm policy and advocacy. The organization continues to build its 50 year legacy of change-making by expanding its statewide membership base.

Join the ALPLM’s Education Team on Tuesday, June 24th at 10:00 AM at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library as we share stories and activities as we will celebrate the special bond of family where kids will learn about the importance of family connections, love, and teamwork.

This is a free program, but advance registration is required.

This Pride Month, join us at Lincoln Library for a free walking tour of historic LGBTQ+ sites in Downtown Springfield. From Ethel Mars to Smokey’s Den to The Prairie Flame to PrideFest, we have a lot to be proud of. Come see Springfield through rainbow-colored glasses!

Join us for a free, family-friendly outdoor concert in front of the Illinois Governor’s Mansion. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics—we’ll provide the vibes! There will also be food & drink for purchase.

We are excited to partner with local organizations tonight on Pride Night at Levitt AMP Springfield!

Headliner: Luv Locz – Caribbean Funk Reggae
Luv Locz Experiment is considered a collective of leaders on the Ohio Music Scene, more than just a band—it’s a movement. Rooted in the ethos that “Love Locks Us Together,” the collective unites members from Dayton and its sister city Cincinnati to create an eclectic and soulful sound. Drawing from diverse musical influences like reggae, funk, hip-hop, and jazz, Luv Locz Experiment crafts a genre-defying style they proudly call “Caribbean Funk.” This unique fusion honors the spiritual essence of reggae while embracing the infectious rhythms of funk, creating an authentic sound that resonates with audiences worldwide. From their original tunes to their twist on familiar favorites. Be prepared to be moved out of your seat and transported to the islands to dance your troubles away!

Event Schedule:
• 6:00 PM – Lawn opens (open seating — don’t forget your chairs!)
• 6:30 PM – Welcome, National Anthems, and Kid’s Kickoff
• 7:00 PM – Opening Act (to be announced soon!)
• 8:00 PM – Luv Locz takes the stage

Come early, get comfy, and soak in the summer evening with incredible live music and community energy!

Douglas Avenue United Methodist Church (DAUMC) in Springfield will hold its Annual Rummage Sale on Friday, June 27 from 8 AM – 2 PM and Saturday, June 28 from 8:00 AM-2 PM. This is your chance to find some terrific bargains including home décor, furniture, kitchen, holiday, books, estate items, collectibles, children’s clothes and toys and more! Stop by the bake sale for some delicious treats. All this at DAUMC, 501 S. Douglas Ave, Springfield, IL. Come early for the best choice.

Join us for an engaging community program focused on mental health awareness and resources. Our panel will discuss the experiences faced daily in our community. Actionable tools and resources will be discussed and shared. Panel Members are: Lauren Yoggerst, Memorial Behavioral Health; Deputy Chief Josh Stuenkel, Springfield Police Department; John Ridley, Director of Public Health, Sangamon and Menard Counties; Chris McDowell, MD, Executive Associate Dean and Professor of Emergency Medicine, SIU School of Medicine; Dr. Krishna Taneja, MD, SIU Psychiatry and Thrive Initiative; Brian Wojcicki, Massey Commission, Mental Health Workgroup Co-Chair; and Jill N Steiner, moderator. Free coffee and networking at 7:30 a.m.