Visit Springfield Presents the 2024 Art Glass Adventure Summer Scavenger Hunt
In conjunction with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, and in celebration of the 120th anniversary of the Dana-Thomas House State Historic Site, Visit Springfield commissioned local artist Mario Clarke to create 120 beautiful glass...
May/June 2024 Issue 3 Digital – Springfield Scene Magazine
Starting with this issue, we are now circulating Springfield Scene Magazine in high-resolution digital and hard copy formats. This expansion will benefit our advertisers as well as the people and events we feature. The hard copy will be on the...
Women for Women Grows Annual Grantmaking to $65,000
Giving circle awards two grants to local charities SPRINGFIELD, IL – Continuing its mission to engage women of all generations in the power of community philanthropy, Women for Women announced its 16th annual round of grants. The 2024 grants,...
Springfield Area Arts Council Announces a New Summer Season of “Artist in the Park”
The Springfield Area Arts Council is pleased to announce the Summer 2024 schedule for “Artist in the Park” in partnership with the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Formerly known as “Artist on the Plaza,” this beloved program...
Grand Opening of the Newly Renovated Shea’s Gas Station
Experience the revival of a nostalgic piece of history along Route 66 in Springfield! Shea's Gas Station Museum, once a Texaco and later Marathon gas station from 1946-1982, was transformed into a world-renowned museum by owners Bill and...
Keep Up with Kitchen Trends
(Family Features) If you’re considering a kitchen renovation, you’ve probably heard cautions about avoiding overly trendy designs that can diminish your home’s value and limit its appeal to future buyers. That’s sound advice, but many of...
Local Inn Featured in Bestselling Author’s New Book
USA Today bestselling author Rachael Bloome has once again featured Jacksonville‘s Blessings on State Bed & Breakfast in her new release The Unexpected Inn. Innkeeper Gwenn Eyer says she is “over the moon with the opportunity to have...
LLCC Board of Trustees Welcomes New Student Trustee
The Lincoln Land Community College Board of Trustees welcomed a new student trustee on Wednesday, April 24. Braden Nicoll of Springfield took the oath of office for a one-year term as student trustee on the LLCC Board of Trustees. Nicoll, a...
LLCC College for Kids Offering More Summer Programs
Image by Daniela Dimitrova from Pixabay College for Kids at Lincoln Land Community College will offer more than 60 programs this summer from June 10-July 25 thanks to new and continuing partnerships. Most programs will be held at the...
SIU Medicine will host its 16th Annual Butterfly Release
Simmons Cancer Institute (SCI) at SIU Medicine will host its 16th Annual Butterfly Release at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 8, in the Thomas Garden of Hope, Simmons Cancer Institute, 315 W. Carpenter St., Springfield. The public is invited to the...
4 Ways Hardscapes Can Add Value to your Home
Outdoor hardscape projects add resale value to a home as well as bring extra enjoyment to homeowners while they are living in the home, according to the “Remodeling Impact Report: Outdoor Features” by the National Association of Realtors (NAR)...
Increase Your Home’s Value
5 practical upgrades to increase style, function (Family Features) Whether you’ve purchased a new house or are just looking to invest in what is likely your largest asset, home improvements can make your living space more comfortable,...
DIY Home Upgrades to Add Style and Beauty
(Family Features) Home upgrades are necessary for a variety of reasons, but many homeowners look to update their homes to add comfort and beauty. While a complete renovation can be appealing, it can also be costly and time consuming....
Andre Iguodala is playing in the 2022 NBA Finals
Former Lanphier High School standout Andre Iguodala is playing in the 2022 NBA Finals which start tonight when the Golden State Warriors host Boston. Iguodala is the first player that wasn't a member of the Boston Celtics or Los Angeles Lakers...
Springfield Scene Magazine Issue 3 May/June 2022 Digital Issue
Springfield Scene Magazine 2022 Issue 3 May/June is available at Barnes & Noble, The Corkscrew and our office at 1315 W. Lawrence Ave. To download a digital copy complete the form below. In our 3rd issue for 2022 we present: Christine...
7 On-Trend Kitchen Upgrades
(Family Features) Designers from coast to coast are cooking up fresh ideas for kitchen upgrades. This year’s hottest trends bring numerous fresh aesthetic approaches while functionality also plays a leading role in top design ideas. If...
Springfield Scene Magazine Issue 2 March April 2022 Digital Issue
Springfield Scene Magazine 202 Issue 2 - March April is available at Barnes & Noble, The Corkscrew and our office at 1315 W. Lawrence Ave. To download a digital copy complete the form below. In our 2nd issue for 2022 we present: Profiles...
The Benefits of Dogs in the Workplace
(Family Features) As many pet parents return to the office in the new year, they are looking for ways to continue spending time with their furry friends during the workday. In fact, 72% of pet owners said being able to bring pets to...
Simple Tips to Attract Hummingbirds to Your Yard
(Family Features) Throughout the warmer months, many backyards play host to a variety of birds, including hummingbirds. When you see flowers and trees begin to bud and bloom and other migrating birds, like warblers, that’s nature’s way...
4 Tips to Make Adopting a Dog a Paws-itive Experience 4 Tips to Make Adopting a Dog a Paws-itive Experience
(Family Features) Adding a dog to the family can be exciting, but it comes with responsibility, too. When you involve the entire family and plan ahead, you can be better prepared to provide a loving home and enjoy all the unconditional love...
