Community Calendar Events

The Adams County Democratic Party invites community members to join them for a free Community Meal and Hygiene Giveaway on Saturday, December 20th at 11:30 AM at Salem Church (9th & State).

Every Saturday, Salem Church provides a meal for those in need. On December 20th, Adams County Democrats are honored to take a turn. However, this meal will be a little different. Kate Daniels, Adams County Democratic Party Chair, explains, “Everyone is invited to this community event. This community meal is a chance for friends, neighbors, and families from all walks of life to come together, break bread, and enjoy fellowship.”

The traditional holiday meal will include pulled turkey with gravy, roasted potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, and dessert. Salem Church will also be offering a hygiene product giveaway with items such as soap, toilet paper, tampons, pads, toothbrushes, toothpaste, and more.

Daniels said, “We want this event to be an opportunity for kindness, connection, and community. No matter your background or situation, you have a place at the table.”

Do you enjoy or want to learn needlework? Join the Southern Illinois Stitchers! SI Stitchers is a local chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America, Inc., which supports and promotes Embroidery, Crewel, Cross-stitch, Needlepoint, Hand Quilting, Beading, and other Needle Arts. Gathers monthly on the 4th Sunday to stitch, learn new techniques, and enjoy the company and support of other needle artists. All skill levels are welcome!

The Wild Things conference is a celebration of nature, wildlife, ecosystem restoration, birding, botanizing, networking, and discovery – from the lowly mushroom to the high-flying falcon. The conservation community comes together to learn from each other and the best experts, and enjoys a day jam-packed with handpicked panels that run the spectrum in causes, complexity, and creativity. Spend a day with other people who care for the ecosystems of Illinois, and the planet, and find ways to help. We are stewards, advocates, and educators – volunteers and professionals – coming together with urgent hope to appreciate and protect prairies, woodlands, wetlands, wild yards, and wilder hearts.
For the first time ever, Wild Things is moving south for 2026 - join us in O'Fallon, IL on January 31, 2026!
Wild Things is an educational program of Friends of Illinois Nature Preserves.

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.

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.

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.