First Night Springfield Returns for its 38th Annual Celebration of the Arts
Ring in the New Year with Springfield’s favorite tradition! The Springfield Area Arts Council proudly presents the 38th annual First Night Springfield, a family-friendly, alcohol-free celebration of the arts on New Year's Eve, in partnership with the Abraham Lincoln...
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Illinois Experiences Critical Funding Loss of $1.2 Million
Illinois State Board of Education Denied Renewal of Federal Funding, Putting Long-Standing Programs at Risk The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Illinois (BGCCIL) is facing a critical funding crisis after the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) declined to renew...
Listen LIVE at our Holiday Pops in the Heartland concert!
Listen LIVE at our Holiday Pops in the Heartland concert! Celebrate the holidays with festive music! Holiday Pops in the Heartland is truly a community affair as the ISO is joined by the Bloomington-Normal Youth Symphony, Illinois Symphony Youth Orchestras,...
Beverly Neisler – On A New Mission
(Caption: Kyle & Chloe Lucca, Joe (holding grandson Joey Lucca) & Bev Neisler, Cait Geringer & Wyatt Neisler - Photo by Kate Spencer Photography) A Life of Philanthropy and Faith: Beverly Neisler’s Inspiring Journey After an illustrious 38-year career...
Denim & Diamonds Sponsor’s Party
Denim & Diamonds Sponsor Appreciation Celebration was Thursday, Sept 12th. It was in the beautiful home of Committee Chair Julie Davis and Tom Frost. ...
Denim & Diamonds Gala
Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU Medicine hosted the 24th annual Denim & Diamonds Gala fundraiser n Saturday, October 12, at the Crowne Plaza. Denim & Diamonds provides the seed funds for critical and innovative cancer research, compassionate patient programs...
The Illinois Innocence Project – Sponsor Reception
On October 19th at the Abraham Lincoln Library and Museum, the Illinois Innocence Project at the University of Illinois Springfield held its annual Defenders of the Innocent fundraising event featuring personal stories shared by exonerees James Kluppelberg, Marilyn...
67th Annual Columbus Day Banquet
The Roman Cultural Society held its 67th Annual Columbus Day Banquet at Illini Country Club was on Friday, October 11. The banquet was a salute to the Italian American experience in Springfield and Sangamon County. Over 170 attendees enjoyed champaign, dinner and...
Hanson Engineers Celebrate 70 Years
Hanson celebrates their 70th year anniversary with a client appreciation event at Erin's Pavilion on November 20th.
DSI Market Street Dinner 2024
The bounty of the Old Capitol Farmers Market joined with Downtown Springfield Inc. for the 9th Annual Friends of the Market Street Dinner held on September 12th. Photos by Juliann Pennell ...
5 Tips for Keeping Pets Pest-Free
(Family Features) Naturally curious, many pets sniff and explore other animals and objects, unaware they may expose themselves to potentially harmful parasites and conditions. According to the Companion Animal Parasite Council, 1 in 100...
5 Must-Haves for Outdoor Entertaining
(Family Features) Gatherings and get-togethers may commonly take place inside, but giving your guests extra space takes nothing more than a little creativity and the right outdoor appliances. Open a new door – literally – and head outside to...
Springfield Scene Magazine Issue 3 – May/June 2023 Digital Issue
Springfield Scene Magazine 2023 Issue 3 is available to download. In this issue we present: Mayor Misty Buscher Rotarian Barb Malany Artscene - Mary McDonald and Betty Ring Other Features: Homescene - The Dana Thomas Home in all its glory! 7...
How Climate Change Impacts Birds, Their Feeding Habits and How to Help from Home
(Joan Casanova) Bird feeding is a common practice in the United States, with more than 59 million Americans participating, according to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. In addition to providing aesthetic and recreational benefits,...
Budget-Friendly Ideas to Boost Curb Appeal
(Family Features) Your home’s first big impression is its curb appeal, so if your place is in need of some sprucing up, you may wonder how you can make some updates without breaking the bank. These 10 ideas are easy on budgets, but they...
7 Budget-Friendly Gardening Hacks
(Family Features) Gardening can be a simple way to beautify your yard, relieve stress and save money on your grocery bill, but like any hobby, you can get carried away buying necessary equipment. Fun, frugal and environmentally...
Spring 2023 Hummingbirds On Their Way
Image by marvinbla from Pixabay As early as February, many hummingbirds migrate north from Central America or Mexico to their breeding grounds in the southern United States. As they fly during the day, they can easily spot and stop at nectar...
Springfield Scene Magazine Issue 2 – Mar/Apr 2023 Digital Issue
Springfield Scene Magazine 2023 Issue 2 is available to download. In this issue we present: 2023 Springfield Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Gus Gordon introduces Springfield Illinois Camera Club and their amazing photos. Other...
Enhance Your Home’s Style with Stone
(Family Features) One essential step in planning a home renovation is choosing the right materials. Natural and textured walls continue to be trendy choices, and many building pros and homeowners are gravitating toward stone siding to...
10 Affordable Ideas to Boost Curb Appeal
(Family Features) Your home’s first big impression is its curb appeal, so if your place is in need of some sprucing up, you may wonder how you can make some updates without breaking the bank. These 10 ideas are easy on budgets, but they can...
