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Lincoln Land Community College’s Haunted Lab returns Friday, Oct. 23, with free, hands-on science activities, chemistry demonstrations, slime-making, and more. Biology Professor Erin Shanle and Lab Supervisor Lisa Volkdraper share what families can expect at the Halloween-themed event.

Stand-up comedian Ali Siddiq discusses The Custom Fit Tour, his nearly 30-year comedy career, and the life lessons behind his storytelling. He will perform at the UIS Performing Arts Center in Springfield on Friday, Oct. 23 at 7 p.m.

David Hale III was the DJ for the Women's Pro Baseball League. He shared his excitement of inaugural season, which wrapped with the Los Angeles Queens winning the first crown. The games were played in Springfield, Illinois.

Matt Brookens is Back in the NPR Illinois studio with Jeff Williams. They discuss Matt's Film 'Psychic Zero' in this secondary segment; which will also be in the Route 66 Film Festival in November.

Two Men and a Truck is collecting winter clothing donations for Contact Ministries through Oct. 31. Walt Jackson and Kameron Logan share how the community can get involved.

NPR Illinois Sponsor Account Executive, Elizabeth Wake Shares Haunted Stories for Halloween. Stories include some in Downtown Springfield and even George Washington Chatterton Sr.

Filmmaker Matt Brookens and Jeff Williams Had an In-Depth Conversation covering many topics. This special segment features Matt and Jeff telling one spooky story each as we head toward Halloween. Matt's movie, Psychic Zero is featured in the upcoming Route 66 Film Festival.

Shawn McKinney and Austin Godbey bring the Spooky Business to Petersburg, Illinois. Terror On The Square and Spirits From The Past attract Haunted House enthusiasts from all haunts.

The Sertoma Club of Springfield supports people with hearing loss through hearing aid assistance, scholarships, and community resources. Board members Mark Hanson and Keith Baker discuss the club’s work and the upcoming Celebrate Sound walk set to take place on Oct. 17 in Washington Park in Springfield. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and the walk at 9:30 a.m.

Rhythm on Route 66, a ragtime and jazz fundraiser for the Illinois State Museum’s Miles of Memories exhibit, takes place Friday, Oct. 16, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Illinois State Museum in Springfield, featuring Royce Martin

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.

What do diplomats really do? Hear firsthand stories of crisis prevention, global trade, and public service then attend this free Oct. 23 event in Springfield.

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