SYPG Foundation’s The Nutcracker on December 2 & 3
The Springfield Youth Performance Group Foundation (SYPG), an organization spotlighting young talent from the Springfield area, is excited to announce The Nutcracker on December 2 and 3 at Sacred Heart Griffin Auditorium, 1200 West Washington...
6 Tips for Hosting a Game Day Gathering
(Family Features) Bats and helmets, sticks and pucks, a goal and a ball – whether your favorite sport takes place on a field or a pitch, the ice or the hardwood, true fans get a kick out of hosting their fellow supporters to watch the...
Janet Sgro’s MAATC Thesis Presentation
Janet Sgro's thesis presentation for her Master of Arts in Art Therapy and Counseling (MAATC) was on September 23rd at The Pharmacy Art Gallery. Story by James Bockmier Standing at a podium amidst her artwork, Janet Sgro gives a deliberatelysomewhat dry...
Andre Iguodala, Four Time NBA Champion – Retires
Springfield native and Lanphier High School alum Andre Iguodala recently announced his retirement after 19 seasons in the NBA. Paul Wappel, who writes feature articles for Springfield Scene Magazine, interviewed the four time NBA champion and...
The Thanksgiving Play – UIS Theatre October 27-29 & Nov 2-4
Directed by Eric Thibodeaux-Thompson Scenic Design and Technical Direction by Dathan Powell Good intentions collide with absurd assumptions in Larissa FastHorse’s wickedly funny satire, as a troupe of terminally “woke” teaching artists...
The “Muttcracker” Comes to Springfield
The Springfield Youth Performance Group (SYPG) is proud to partner with WILD Canine Rescue to bring the “Muttcracker” to Springfield. The “Muttcracker” is a popular social media campaign among the dance community and local animal shelters to...
HCFTA presents A Man of No Importance November 3-12, 2023
The Hoogland Center for the Arts is proud to present A Man of No Importance, winner of the 2003 Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical. Show dates are November 3-5 & 10-12. A Man of No Importance is the second successful collaboration...
Super Foods for a Nutritious Diet
(Family Features) The health community has long praised the benefits of vitamins and nutrients derived from natural sources. For those looking to improve their health or take preventative measures, these 10 natural super foods can be...
Adventure Awaits with your Illinois Symphony Orchestra at Romantic Rendezvous with Music Director Candidate Yaniv Dinur and Pianist Alexander Korsantia
Rendezvous with the jazzy sounds of Hailstork's An American Port of Call and Prokofiev's vibrant Third Piano Concerto featuring world-renowned pianist Alexander Korsantia. The popular and romantic sounds of Hanson's Second Symphony which...
BlueCross BlueShield IL Working to Improve Air Quality for Club Site
Image by Myléne from Pixabay Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois and National Catastrophe Solutions recently provided deep air ventilation cleaning services and the installation of HEPA air purifiers at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central...
Tips for Maintaining an Organized Home
(Family Features) This time of year, family life can get a little messy. School schedules and sports activities mix with work commitments, and before long the house is as cluttered as the calendar. Fall is the perfect time of year to...
7 Ideas to Improve Curb Appeal
(Family Features) Whether you’re hoping to sell in the near future or simply looking to touch up outdated areas, there’s one aspect of home maintenance most homeowners agree is important: curb appeal. It’s a broad term...
Emergency Preparedness Tips to Help Ensure Pet Safety
(Family Features) Preparing for an emergency can be a challenge. It oftentimes is hard to foresee when disaster will strike and how to properly prepare before it occurs. When it comes to managing pet safety during an emergency,...
6 Ways to Help Your Dog Maintain Calm Behavior
(Family Features) Summer can be a stressful time of year for dogs who experience anxious behaviors, with triggers like fireworks, thunderstorms, summer travel and more taking a toll on pets. While you may not be able to prevent...
A Guide to Affordable Home Improvement
(BPT) - The holy grail of home improvement is a project that makes a big difference to the appearance or value of the home without breaking the bank. The key is to focus on low-cost, quality items that will give the most bang for your...
Identify Your Ideal Kitchen Design Style
(Family Features) While you may see kitchens in a variety of styles and find them all beautiful in their own way, finding inspiration for your dream kitchen often requires sorting through many different considerations. From transitional...
5 Easy Projects to Get the Whole Family Outside
(BPT) - Want to get the kids away from screens and outside for some fresh air? Many outdoor projects will not only lure your whole family outdoors once the jobs are completed, but the family may actually want to help you. Here...
4 Qualities of a Pet-Friendly City
(Family Features) When pets are present, people and communities thrive. The benefits of pets have long been discussed, but surveys and studies have started to prove their positive impact. A consumer survey conducted by Mars Petcare...
40th Anniversary of the Women’s Distance Festival
On July 13, 2019, the Springfield Road Runners Club (SRRC.net) produced the 40th Anniversary event of the Women's Distance Festival. In this video, we interview the original race director who started it 40 years ago, Debbie Huffman and...
Springfield Scene Magazine July/August 2019 Issue – Digital Now Available
Springfield Scene Magazine 2019 Issue 4 (July/August Issue) is available at The Corkscrew, Custom Cup, Barnes & Noble and our office at 1315 W. Lawrence Ave. Subscribers will receive their magazine in the mail. Subscribers also...
