Taichi Fukumura: A Visionary Voice for the Illinois Symphony Orchestra
Taichi Fukumura’s journey to becoming the music director of the Illinois Symphony Orchestra (ISO) is a testament to his passion, dedication, and a lifelong connection to music. In an exclusive interview with Springfield Scene Magazine, Taichi shared insights into his...
Inauguration Day by Kent Gray
BY KENT GRAY Cold weather and snow didn’t dampen the enthusiasm at America’s 60th Presidential Inauguration. President Trump and Vice President Vance were sworn in on Monday, January 20, amid a flurry of parties, receptions, dinners, and black-tie balls. The...
Spectacle of Light Concert at First Presbyterian Church
The Spectacle of Light concert featured a captivating selection of pieces, including Spectacle of Light by composer Stacy Garrop, Symphony No. 6 'Le Matin' by Joseph Haydn, and Symphony No. 39 by W.A. Mozart. The First Presbyterian Church provided an excellent setting...
Experience Decades Through Dance – A Sensory Friendly Event with Copper Coin Ballet Company – January 31, 2025 @ UISPAC
Experience the rhythm of history in a fun and inclusive way! This special sensory-friendly performance creates a warm and welcoming environment for everyone to enjoy. Get ready to dance through the decades! From the lively moves of the 1900s to the iconic grooves of...
On-Trend Ways to Refresh Your House in 2025: 3 trends for improving home design and function
(Family Features) Whether you’re looking to simply refresh your living space or planning a major home renovation, staying current with design trends not only enhances comfort and style but also boosts your house’s value. As modern home design continues to...
4 Tips for a Fresh Start in 2025
(Family Features) Moving from one year to the next is a perfect opportunity to think about the new chapter you want to write for yourself. It’s a time to celebrate your wins, identify your growth opportunities and define the goals you want to accomplish. This...
Applications Open for the Regional Arts Partner Grant (RAP) FY25
Image by Nat Aggiato from Pixabay The Springfield Area Arts Council (SAAC) is excited to announce that applications are now open for the FY25 Regional Arts Partner Grant (RAP). Previously known as Community Arts Access, this regranting program provides project-based...
Pretty Woman The Musical February 21 @ 7:30 PM @ UISPAC
Pretty Woman: The Musical, based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award®-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell, an original score by Grammy® winner Bryan...
How to Plan for Retirement
(Family Features) Being financially secure in retirement starts while you’re still working. Because you likely don’t want to remain in the workforce forever, creating a plan can help ensure you’re confident in living comfortably in retirement when the time...
Flavorful Snacks Packed with Lean Protein
(Family Features) Living a happier, healthier life often begins in the kitchen. From lunches on the go to sit-down family meals, keeping flavor at the center of your meal planning is key to maintaining healthy habits. Based on Mintel’s 2025 Global Food and...
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...
Trending Colors and Textures Inspire 2023 Home Design
(Family Features) Over the past year, architectural design saw a surge in nature-inspired, earth tones, such as calming shades of blue and green. Homeowners can expect this trend to continue into the coming months, but with warmer, richer...
2023 Springfield Sports Hall of Fame Inductees
The 31st Springfield Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony WHEN: February 20, 2023 WHERE: Crowne Plaza TICKETS: $50. ($25 for Hall of Fame members) - Call Lesa Schaive at (217) 529-0008 for tickets. GUEST SPEAKER: Deon Thomas, Associate Director for Development -...
Springfield Scene Magazine Issue 1 – Jan 2023 Digital Issue
Springfield Scene Magazine 2023 Issue 1 is our first issue of the year. The digital version is available to download. In this issue we present: Wedding Scene - We present the amazing photography of 3 wedding photographers and 2 of their...
7 Garden Growing Basics for Beginners
(Family Features) Growing your own produce is an all-around smart practice, from the money you’ll save at the grocery store to the contributions you can make toward a cleaner planet. Maintaining a garden takes some effort, but it’s a...
LLCC Police Department Swears in “Pawfficer”
LLCC Police Officers Tammy Baehr and Scott McDermand with Pawfficer Ember at her swearing in ceremony Ember serving as campus outreach and therapy dog SPRINGFIELD — Ember, the new outreach and therapy dog at Lincoln Land Community College,...
Springfield Scene Magazine Issue 6 – Dec 2022 Digital Issue
Springfield Scene Magazine 2022 Issue 6 is our last issue of the year. The digital version is available to download. In this issue we present: Casey Acree - An elite athlete that has become a CF champion Tim Crawford - Playwright, Actor and...
2022 Frostbite Festival Run
The Frostbite Festival runs on the first Sunday of December each year. Below is a link to photos taken on Washington Street about .8 mile into the run. The 2 mile and 10 mile events started at 9:00 a.m. Dec. 4th. This is the final race of the season for the...
