Community Voices

UnthYnck is playing at Hobgoblinspookadelic 2026 and Came to the Studio to Talk About Their Music and History of the band. This event will be on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Arlington's in Springfield, all age show, $10 at the door.

Amber Burke Johnson and The UNusual Suspects at Edwards Place Historic Home. This Murder Mystery Dinner happens in one of the oldest houses in Springfield on Saturday, October 17 and Sunday, October 18.

Four Leaf Accounting is a women founded business offering financial clarity for nonprofit organizations. Lisa Stevenson is presenting "Growing Into Your Board Position" a Lunch and Learn for non-profit Board Members.

The Art of Jazz brings monthly performances to The Pharmacy Gallery and Art Space every second Tuesday of each month. This month's event on Oct. 13 features Frank Parker and the UIS Jazz Ensemble

A Community Open House will happen at First Presbyterian Church on Sunday, October 18 from 1-4pm. Pastor Susan Phillips and Event Coordinator Aziza McNeese share information on the church renovations.

Ben Singson speaks with artist/curator Robert Mazrim and Moving Pillsbury Forward President Chris Richmond about the abandon Pillbury Mill, the art that arose out of it, and the future of the property.

The Junior League of Springfield's Kenzie Anderson and Bev Neisler of Leadership 411, LLC host a Free Nonprofit Leadership Training event on October 22, 2026. The Board Chair Master Class: Navigating Leadership as the Board Chair.

The Turnaway Play

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Strategic consultant, philanthropist and author, Major Michael P. Hart brings his new book to Author Fall Festival, located at Barnes and Noble. Saturday, Oct. 10. Michael is a Retired Combat Veteran.

Meet Melissa Snider, the newest co-host of Community Voices! From Emmy-winning TV news to NPR Illinois, she's bringing fresh stories and audio passion to the mic.

CEFCU Prairie Stars Kids Club

Elliot Fights Dravet, Raising awareness about Dravet's Syndrome. Ali and Karen Ladage and a Purple Pumpkin Patch to celebrate the life of Ali's son. at Bombke's Pumpkin Patch on October 17, 2026.

Wings and Wheels Fly-In and Cruise-In Event at the Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport with Liz Bron. The event runs from 11am to 3pm on Saturday, October 3, 2026.

Blessing of the Animals returns to St. Agnes School Oct. 4

Grand Market to be hosted by BJ Grand Salon & Spa Oct. 4

Artisan & Antique Market at the Historic Brinkerhoff Mansion with Tammy and Gordon Fidler. Saturday, October 3 from 9am until 4pm. The Fidlers also provide info on the upcoming sale of this landmark.

University of Illinois Springfield Chancellor Janet L. Gooch hosts conversation with former Congresswoman and UIS alum Cheri Callahan Bustos as part of her Chancellor’s Thinkers Series event titled 'A Call to Think: Authentic Leadership.'

Alpharus Health, formerly Gateway Foundation

Teresa Tran of ImpactLife joins Melissa Snider on Community Voices to talk about how you can give back locally during the organization's upcoming blood drives

President Timothy Killeen and the three campus chancellors discussed the tour as it ended at UIS.

Meleah Berkowitz and Mahnaz Habib and Westminster Presbyterian present the Children of Abraham program. Diversity and strength, rooted in all faiths learning and growing and sharing a vegetarian meal.

Free food, live music, family fun & a front-row seat to the Route 66 parade! Join Java Fest Sept. 25 at Grab a Java on S. 6th St. ☕🚗🎶 #Route66 #SpringfieldIL

National Hispanic Heritage Month is upon us! Many events are happening. President of the Hispanic Women of Springfield Ana Manriquez shares information on the activities and some ISM events.

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