Joe Crain from the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum brings us info on upcoming events. This includes programs that are free to attend but advanced registration is required.

Ashley Earles, Regional Council Manager at Birth to Five Illinois (Menard/Sangamon region) Connecting Families to Childcare, Mental Health and Early Childhood Resources.

FRESH CYCLE LAUNDROMAT Ryan and Danielle Watson Are Keeping It Clean on the Northside of Springfield. They tell of their journey transforming the old Cravens Laundry and the services they offer.

Whitney Devine and Austin Dambacher with the Sangamon County Recovery Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC) invites the community to the 2nd Annual Stronger Together Recovery & Community Fest during National Recovery Month.

5th Street Renaissance battle homelessness and other public health issues. The Harvest for Homes Celebration is a great fundraising opportunity for the community. Penny Powell and Ty Charnley bring us the info.

Cori Claycomb and Jenn Edginton with The Illinois State Museum with Info on Hispanic Heritage Month

Cori Claycomb and Jenn Edginton with The Illinois State Museum with Info on Hispanic Heritage Month

The Hoogland Center for the Arts is excited to present the smash hit musical HAIRSPRAY.Sophie Carpenter, who plays Tracy Turnblad, and Matt Woodson, who plays Link Larson are excited for everyone to see this production! Remember to buy your tickets directly from The Hoogland website for best price and to avoid problems with third party sellers.

FAE FOLK ART FESTIVAL brings us Folklore Fantasy Art Puppetry and more! We talk with Bri Skeels and Cee Jones give info on the Saturday, Sept., 12th event at Union Square Park in downtown Springfield.

Neill Dresen Booked bands like Los Lobos, Black Flag, Reverend Horton Heat, and The Wailers at Donnie's Homespun, Springfield and Decatur locations. Now he brings Decatur RHYTHM AND BLUES IN THE PARK.