Saturday

Abe Appreciation: Teacher Appreciation Week Kickoff: Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, 212 N. Sixth St., Springfield | Free admission all week for teachers, teacher aides and school administrators. Present a school-issued ID card or letter signed by the administrator. For more information, visit presidentlincoln.illinois.gov.

Jacksonville Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-noon, Pathway Plaza, 1905 W. Morton Ave. | Every Saturday through Oct. 31.

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Meredosia May Days Festival: 9 a.m.-10 p.m., along Illinois River on Illinois Route 104, Meredosia | Two-day event with a variety of activities including pageant, flea market, parade, live music, kids rides and bounce house. For more information, visit jacksonvilleil.org.

Spring Craft Crop: 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Douglas Avenue United Methodist Church, 501 S. Douglas Ave., Springfield. $30, includes lunch | Hosted by Prairie Stampers Club. Scrapbooking, cardmaking, paper crafting and more. For registration or more information, email PrairieStampers@gmail.com.

Junior Historians: 10-11:30 a.m., Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Classroom, 112 N. Sixth St., Springfield. Free | History Hunters: Pennies. For children grades K-2. Advance registration is required. For more information, visit presidentlincoln.illinois.gov.

Story Time: 10:30-11 a.m., Our Town Books, 64 E. Central Park Plaza. Free | Stories, pictures, cookies and live bunnies.

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Community Egg Hunt: 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Minnie Barr Park, 300 E. Walnut St. | Food, music, and prizes. Egg hunt starts at 11:30 a.m. 

Springtime Carnival: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Jacksonville Hy-Vee, 1255 W. Morton Ave | Activities for all ages. Bounce house, cotton candy, yard games, prizes face painting and Cookie’s Rib Wagon. 

Benefit for Kelly Hopper: Noon-4 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 320 E. State St. | Food, music, raffles and cash bar. Proceeds help woman diagnosed with breast cancer. 

Jacksonville Main Street Blues & Brews Festival: Noon-4 p.m., downtown Jacksonville. Free admission | Food trucks, beer wagon, live Blues music. Bring your lawn chairs. For more information, contact Melissa Hebron at 217-473-5081 or events@jacksonvillemainstreet.org, or visit 
jacksonvillemainstreet.org.

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Wizard of Oz Tea: 1-3 p.m., Springfield Art Association, Edwards Place, 700 N. Fourth St., Springfield. $50 | Learn about the etiquette and history of teas with a “Wizard of Oz” spin. To register or for more information, visit springfieldart.org.

William Jennings Bryan Cross of Gold Speech Reenactment Event: 2 p.m., Perry Presbyterian Church, 104 W. North St., Perry | Hosted by Perry Association for Community Enrichment. Perry’s Little Brass Band will perform. Fundraiser for Perry Presbyterian Church.

Jacksonville Disc Golf Club: 2-4 p.m., Nichols Park, 110 Holkenbrink Drive | Standing 18-hole round every Saturday, weather permitting. For more information, visit Facebook page.

Pat Jones: 3-6 p.m., American Legion Post 279, 903 W. Superior Ave. | Live music. 

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Opening Art Reception: 5:30-7:30 p.m., Springfield Art Association, M.G. Nelson Gallery, 700 N. Fourth St., Springfield | “Sacred Rhythm, Sacred Pattern” is a juried exhibition of sacred and liturgical art. On display through May 30. For more information, visit springfieldart.org.

Gallery Opening: 6-8 p.m., The David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave. Free admission | “Students of the Strawn” opening. Artist talk at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 217-243-9390 or email strawnartgallery@frontier.com.

Comedy Night: 8 p.m., American Legion Post 279, 903 W. Superior Ave. $20 | Live comedy featuring Larry Smith, Ryne Thorson, Reed Davis, Richard Bailey, Mike Adrales and Chunky. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets available at cryptidcomix.com.

Hat Trick: 8-10 p.m., Amvets, 210 E. Court St. | Live music.

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Kuhl Tyme Korner and the return of The Smokestacks Round 2: 8 p.m.-midnight, Kuhl Tyme Korner, 901 W. Morton Ave., Suite 11 | Soulful blues jamming experience. For anyone who wants to celebrate music. 

Sunday

Watercolor Paint Workshop: Noon-3 p.m., Pere Marquette Lodge patio, 13653 Lodge Blvd., Grafton. $60 | Led by rtist and teacher Carolyn Owen Sommer. All supplies included. For registration or more information, visit riversandroutes.com or call Arielle 618-786-2331, extension 338.

Illinois College’s 192nd Commencement: 1-2 p.m., Bruner Fitness and Recreation Center, 1121 Edgehill Road | For more information, visit ic.edu.

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Baby Goat Yoga: 2-3:30 p.m., Pere Marquette Lodge, 13653 Lodge Blvd., Grafton | $40-$45 | No experience necessary. Bring a mat or towel or rent one for $5. For more information, visit riversandroutes.com.

Plates on State: 3-7 p.m., Jacksonville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, 310 E. State St. $150 | Outdoor dining experience with five-course plated dinner, menu of locally sourced cuisine with wine pairings, live music and cash bar. Cocktail hour 3-4 p.m. Dinner 4-7 p.m. For more information, contact Brittany Henry at 217-243-5678 or visit givebutter.com.

Monday

Produce and Bakery Giveaway: 9 a.m.-noon, Jacksonville Food Center, 311 E. Morgan St. Free | For Morgan County residents.

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Client Choice Food Pantry: 9 a.m.-noon, The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Arrive by 11:30 a.m. Those who work or go to school during normal hours can make an appointment for the afternoon. 

Jacksonville Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Luncheon and Annual Meeting: 11 a.m., Jacksonville Country Club, 100 Country Club Road. $26 | For more information, call call the volunteer department, 447-784-3324.

Blood Drive: 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Jacksonville Memorial Hospital, 1600 W. Walnut St. | To donate, call ImpactLife Springfield at 800-747-5401 or visit bloodcenter.org and use code 60058 to locate the drive. Appointments are requested. 

Free Lunch: Noon-12:30 p.m., The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Freshly prepared hot meal, drink and snacks.

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Walking for Wellness: 12:30-3 p.m., First Christian Church, 2106 S. Main St. Free | Indoor walking program offered year-round Monday-Thursday. For more information, call 217-243-6445. 

Spirit of Faith Soup Kitchen: 3:30-4 p.m., Spirit of Faith Soup Kitchen, 105 E. Dunlap St. Free | Serving meals to go for anyone in need.

Breastfeeding 101: 6-7:30 p.m., Jacksonville Memorial Hospital, 1600 W. Walnut St. | Presented by board certified lactation consultant. Partners and doulas are encouraged to attend. Meeting Room 5. Held on the first Monday of each month. Register online at memorial.health.

Carlinville Community Conversation Series: 7 p.m., Macoupin County Historical Society’s Ruyle Genealogy Building, 920 W. Breckenridge St., Carlinville | A three-month series of events commemorating the country’s 250th anniversary, continues through July 16. Tonight features author and historian Tom Emery. For more information, contact Andrea Duncan at 217-204-1446 or Mary Tinder at 217-825-9699.

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Tuesday

Produce and Bakery Giveaway: 9 a.m.-noon, Jacksonville Food Center, 311 E. Morgan St. Free | For Morgan County residents.

Client Choice Food Pantry: 9 a.m.-noon, The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Arrive by 11:30 a.m. Those who work or go to school during normal hours can make an appointment for the afternoon.

Free Lunch: Noon-12:30 p.m., The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Freshly prepared hot meal, drink and snacks.

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Walking for Wellness:12:30-3 p.m., First Christian Church, 2106 S. Main St. Free | Indoor walking program offered year-round Monday-Thursday. For more information, call 217-243-6445.

Spirit of Faith Soup Kitchen: 3:30-4 p.m., Spirit of Faith Soup Kitchen, 105 E. Dunlap St. Free | Serving meals to go for anyone in need.

Wednesday

Produce and Bakery Giveaway: 9 a.m.-noon, Jacksonville Food Center, 311 E. Morgan St. Free | For Morgan County residents.

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Client Choice Food Pantry: 9 a.m.-noon, The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Arrive by 11:30 a.m. Those who work or go to school during normal hours can make an appointment for the afternoon.

Storytime: 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Stories and crafts every Wednesday. For more information, call 217-243-5435.

Free Lunch: Noon-12:30 p.m., The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Freshly prepared hot meal, drink and snacks.

Walking for Wellness: 12:30-3 p.m., First Christian Church, 2106 S. Main St. Free | Indoor walking program offered year-round Monday-Thursday. For more information, call 217-243-6445.

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Spirit of Faith Soup Kitchen: 3:30-4 p.m., Spirit of Faith Soup Kitchen, 105 E. Dunlap St. Free | Serving meals to go for anyone in need.

Indivisible Jacksonville: 5:30 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Grassroots political activism group focused on promoting democracy and community engagement. Social time 5:30 p.m. Meeting begins at 6 p.m. Meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month in the conference room.

Midwest Youth Services Connect & Kick-off Summer Event: 5:30-7:30 p.m., Morgan County Fairgrounds 4-H Building, 110 N. Westgate Ave. Free | Sign up for summer camps, programs, job and volunteer opportunities for kids ages 11–17. Raffles, giveaways and light dinner.

Open Mic Comedy Night: 6 p.m., Pizza Records, 59 E. Central Park Plaza. Free | Comedians sign up at 6 p.m. for a 5-minute slot, or just enjoy the show. Call or text 217-200-0896 for more information.

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Adult Craft Night: 6-7 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Make fruit coasters. To register, email Ali at ajones@jaxpl.org or call 217-243-5435, extension 235.

Small Business Workshop Series: 6-8 p.m., John Wood Community College Southeast Education Center, 39637 260th Ave., Pittsfield. Free for Pike County Chamber & Economic Development Corp. members; $40 non-members | To register, contact Gina Sheurman at gsheurman@pikeedc.org or 217-440-5101. For more information, visit pikeedc.org.

Thursday  

Produce and Bakery Giveaway: 9 a.m.-noon, Jacksonville Food Center, 311 E. Morgan St. Free | For Morgan County residents.

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Client Choice Food Pantry: 9 a.m.-noon, The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Arrive by 11:30 a.m. Those who work or go to school during normal hours can make an appointment for the afternoon.

Blood Drive: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Routt Catholic High School, 500 E. College Ave. | To donate, contact Lisa Hall at 217-883-9996, visit bloodcenter.org and use code 60072 to locate the drive, or call ImpactLife 800-747-5401. Appointments are requested.

Free Lunch: Noon-12:30 p.m., The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Freshly prepared hot meal, drink and snacks.

Walking for Wellness: 12:30-3 p.m., First Christian Church, 2106 S. Main St. Free | Indoor walking program offered year-round Monday-Thursday. For more information, call 217-243-6445.

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Spirit of Faith Soup Kitchen: 3:30-4 p.m., Spirit of Faith Soup Kitchen, 105 E. Dunlap St. Free | Serving meals to go for anyone in need.

Teen Advisory Board: 5-6 p.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Help make the library a better place for teens. For more information, contact Courtney at clangdon@jaxpl.org or Brittany at boverby@jaxpl.org, or call 217-243-5435.

Chains of Command Disc Golf Club: 6-7 p.m., Forman Grove Park, 210 S. Johnson St. | Standing nine-hole round every Thursday, weather permitting.

Poetry Open Mic: 7 p.m., Soap Co. Coffee House, 207 S. Sandy St. Free | All are welcome. For questions, call 217-742-5777.

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Comedy Open Mic Night: 7:30-10 p.m., KJB’s Bar & Grill, 222 E. State St. | For more information, call the venue at 217-320-8137.

Friday

Produce and Bakery Giveaway: 9 a.m.-noon, Jacksonville Food Center, 311 E. Morgan St. Free | For Morgan County residents.

Client Choice Food Pantry: 9 a.m.-noon, The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Arrive by 11:30 a.m. Those who work or go to school during normal hours can make an appointment for the afternoon.

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Toddler Storytime: 10-11 a.m., Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Every Friday. 

Free Lunch: Noon-12:30 p.m., The Salvation Army, 1124 Wall St. | Freshly prepared hot meal, drink and snacks.

Lego Club: 2:30-5 p.m.,  Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Ave. | Stop in between 2:30 and 5 p.m. to build a dinosaur. For more information, visit jaxpl.org.

Spicy Romance Book Fair Mother’s Day Edition: 6-9 p.m., The Vault, 73 E. Central Park Plaza | Hosted by Our Town Books. Meet and greet with romance authors, signed romance novels and bookish merchandise.

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Weekly Racing: 7 p.m., Jacksonville Speedway, 110 N. Westgate Ave. | 410 Sprints, 305 Sprints, Modifieds, Street Stocks and Sportsman. Gates open 5:30 p.m. Hot Laps 6:15 p.m. Racing ast 7 p.m. For more information, visit jacksonvillespeedway.com.

Carl Mager: 7-9 p.m., Pere Marquette Lodge Winery, 13653 Lodge Blvd., Grafton. Free admission | Live music.

STC presents “Jesus Christ Superstar”: 7:30 p.m., Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., Springfield | For tickets or more information, call 217-523-2787 or visit hcfta.org. 

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The Lowdown Drifters: 7 p.m., Twisted Tree Music Hall, 1061 E. Morton Ave. | Live music. 

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