Community Calendar Events

Seam to Shining Seam, Q.U.I.L.T.S of Springfield 2026 quilt show

Q.U.I.L.T.S of Springfield is pleased to announce their 2026 quilt show, Seam to Shining Seam on Friday and Saturday, March 20 and 21, 2026.

Our show is being held in the Orr Building at the Illinois State Fairgrounds (Gate 9-on 5th St). A map is included on our website www.SpringfieldQuilts.com. The building is equipped with ramps for accessibility, parking is free, and a few wheelchairs will be available for your use at no cost, should one be needed. You may purchase food and drinks at the show and relax in a large seating area while enjoying your lunch or a snack.
Our show is the largest in the area with about 400 quilts and quilted items on display and over 1,200 in attendance. In addition, we will have a raffle quilt, Quilts of Valor presentations, bed turnings, demonstrations, quilt appraisals (by appointment), door prizes, many vendors (for non-quilters, too!). A sale of small quilt-related items will benefit a selected charity.

Please contact us with questions at 217-652-9839 or by email at springfieldquilts@gmail.com. Also, visit our website for more information about the quilt show, raffle quilt, a schedule of events, map, directions and more.

Friends of Marion Carnegie Library Book Sale

The Friends of Marion Carnegie Library will host a book sale on Friday, November 21st and Saturday, November 22nd from 9am to 4pm in the McCoskey Room. Stop by that Saturday from 2pm to 4pm to fill a bag for $5!

Hardback books will be available for $1.00 each and paperback books will be available for $0.25 each. Other items prices will vary.

The Friends of the Marion Carnegie Library is a non-profit organization that helps aid the library and its mission. The Friends support projects and programs at the library through fundraising efforts. Book sales are held to collect funds for future needs. Community members who are interested in becoming a Friend can fill out the registration form below. Membership fees are due each December. For more information on the Friends, contact Carolyn Loving, Friends of the Marion Carnegie Library President at friendsofmcl62959@gmail.com, or call the library today at (618) 993-5935!

Learning in Retirement: Dr. Glenn Poshard to Conduct Poetry Reading to Fight Hunger in Southern Illinois

Dr. Glenn Poshard to Conduct Poetry Reading to Fight Hunger in Southern Illinois.
Dr. Glenn Poshard will be the featured presenter at the Wednesday, November 19, meeting of Southern Illinois Learning in Retirement (SILIR). He will read from Poetry for Pantries where he explores life’s biggest questions—love, loss, faith and joy. Dr. Poshard is sharing his poetry to raise funds to fight hunger in Southern Illinois. Contributions to local pantries are appreciated.
Dr. Glenn Poshard is a former Illinois State Senator, U.S. Congressman, SIU President, and lifelong public servant. In 1999, he and his wife Jo established the Poshard Foundation for Abused Children, an all-volunteer organization funded entirely by private donations.
The SILIR monthly meeting is free and open to the public. The Meeting will be held at Epiphany Lutheran Church, 1501 W. Chautauqua in Carbondale. The poetry reading begins at 10:30 am. A coffee and social hour begins at 9:30 am. For more information, you may refer to the website: https://conferenceservices.siu.edu/silir or call SIU Events and Outreach at 618-536-7751.

SIU Holiday Craft Sale

Shop local and handmade this holiday season at the 46th annual SIU Holiday Art and Craft Sale! The sale runs Thursday, December 4 & Friday, December 5, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. & Saturday, December 6, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The sale will feature 75 local artists and craftspeople and student groups working in a wide variety of media such as clay, glass, fibers, wood, jewelry, home decor, body care, photographs, and more!

This event is sponsored by the Student Center Craft Shop. For more information about the craft sale visit our website or call 618.453.3636 or email craftshop@siu.edu

Terrier P.U.P.S. Pop-Up Preschool

🌟 Terrier P.U.P.S. Pop-Up Preschool 🌟
Looking for a fun and engaging way to help your little one get a jump start on kindergarten?
Join the Terrier P.U.P.S. Pop-Up Preschool, happening at the Lakeland Center!
This FREE program for children ages 3–5 features hands-on, play-based activities that spark curiosity and learning in a real classroom setting.
🧩 For children in the Carbondale area (including Desoto, Giant City, and Unity Point districts)
🍎 Child must not be currently enrolled in preschool
🥨 Snack provided
📅 Wednesdays, Nov. 12 – Dec. 17 | 9:00AM–11:00AM
This program is in partnership with the Carbondale Community Cabinet for Children and Youth, made possible by a grant from Birth to Five Illinois.
✨ Scan the QR code on the flyer or email cdalechildrenscabinet@gmail.com for details!

Women's Health Naturally Expo 2026

12th Annual Women's Health Naturally Expo will bring natural healthcare practitioners and providers together from all over the Southern Illinois region in a nurturing environment where they can meet with and help educate people on how to naturally care for themselves and their families. Registration includes: access to Expo Floor; 40+ practitioners/providers; Workshops throughout the day; catered lunch by Town Square Market; hourly drawings; and closing movement. This event is inclusive, all are welcome.