BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Springfield: Friday (Fri Sep 18\, America/Chicago). Rolling: t he window moves forward every day\, so subscribe rather than download. Dis covered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscovery.com). Event d etails belong to their publishers. Contains information from CalDiscovery\ , which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/springfield-il/friday.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT12H REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT12H X-WR-CALDESC:Springfield: Friday (Fri Sep 18\, America/Chicago). Rolling: the window moves forward every day\, so subscribe rather than download. Di scovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscovery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information from CalDiscovery \, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:Springfield · Friday · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:“A Journey into the Light” Watercolor Exhibit at the Strawn Ar t Gallery DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260913 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTSTAMP:20260910T003555Z UID:10026423-1789257600-1790553599@jacksonvilleil.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:The Art Association of Jacksonville is pleased to welcome Dona ld Landry for his “A Journey into the Light” watercolor exhibit to The David Strawn Art Gallery September 12-27 for the first exhibit of the sea son. \nDonald Landry is a watercolor artist based in Springfield\, IL\, wh ose uses expressive brushwork to capture our environment\, blending realis m with an impressionistic style to convey the quiet beauty of nature based on his observations. He’s been paintings for over forty-five years crea ting exciting\, unique and original watercolors. Landry says “no two pai ntings are alike which is one reason why so many people collect his artwor k where every watercolor painting tells a story\, reflects a memory or tou ches a place in the heart.” \nTo preview the artists’ work\, visit 20 26-27 Gallery Season – Strawn Art Gallery. \nGallery hours: \nSundays 1- 3 pm \nTuesday – Saturday 4-6 pm. \nAdmission is always free. LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T003555Z LOCATION:The David Strawn Art Gallery\, 331 W College Ave\, Jacksonville\, IL\, 62650\, United States URL:https://jacksonvilleil.org/event/a-journey-into-the-light-watercolor-e xhibit-at-the-strawn-art-gallery-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics &utm_campaign=springfield-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Jacksonville\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://jacksonvilleil.org/experience/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Unlock the Power of AI for Education: Leveraging Federal Grants & Copilot Integration DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTSTAMP:20260915T003047Z UID:10005730-1789689600-1789775999@www.ltcillinois.org CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:Join SHI for an informative webinar designed to help K-12 and higher education institutions navigate the evolving landscape of federal A I grants. Discover how you can strategically leverage these funding opport unities to acquire Copilot licensing and transform your educational enviro nment. Where the expert panel will walk you through the latest available A I grants\, eligibility criteria\, and proven strategies for maximizing you r institution’s investment in Copilot. Learn how integrating Copilot can enhance teaching and learning\, drive productivity\, and empower educator s and students with state-of-the-art AI tools. Don’t miss this opportuni ty to explore innovative funding solutions and revolutionize your institut ion’s approach to modern education! \n  \nPresented by\nJim Daniels\, D irector\, Microsoft Digital Innovation\, SHI and Linda Heiss\, Director of Funding & Community Strategy\, SHI LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T003047Z URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/unlock-the-power-of-ai-for-education -leveraging-federal-grants-copilot-integration/?utm_source=caldiscovery&ut m_medium=ics&utm_campaign=springfield-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Learning Technology Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/ietc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Redbird Career Trek: Visit to State Farm DTSTART:20260918T130000Z DTEND:20260918T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T001103Z UID:10003861-1789718400-1789732800@events.illinoisstate.edu CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Step inside the professional world with Redbird Career Treks! Join Career Services for an exclusive visit to State Farm headquarters—a behind-the-scenes look at one of the region’s leading employers! \n\n\n \nOn this immersive trek\, you’ll: \n\n\n\n•             Di scover State Farm’s vibrant workplace culture \n\n\n\n•              Tour their dynamic office space \n\n\n\n•              Explore a wide range of career paths and majors they hire \n\n\n\n•             Connect directly with professionals and expand your network \n\n\n\nApplications required\n\n\n\nSpots are limited and all ma jors are encouraged to apply! Applications open August 10 and are due by A ugust 25. To be considered\, apply for Redbird Career Trek. \n\n\n\nTransp ortation is provided. Attendance is required for the entirety of the visit . \n\n\n\nThis is your chance to experience the energy of a real-world wor kplace\, ask questions\, and envision where your degree could take you. \n \n\n\nSpecial accommodations\n\n\n\nIf you need a special accommodation in order to participate\, contact Career Services at (309) 438-2200. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T001103Z LOCATION:Illinois URL:https://events.illinoisstate.edu/event/redbird-career-trek-visit-to-st ate-farm/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=springfield- il X-SOURCE-NAME:Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.illinoisstate.edu/academic-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Weekend 2026 DTSTART:20260918T130000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T001103Z UID:10001181-1789718400-1789923600@events.illinoisstate.edu CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Family Weekend offers an opportunity for families to visit wit h their students and experience Illinois State University together. No reg istration is required to attend Family Weekend\; however\, some individual events will require preregistration and/or an admission fee. \n\n\n\nFor additional information\, visit the Family Weekend website. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T001103Z LOCATION:Illinois URL:https://events.illinoisstate.edu/event/family-weekend-2026/?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=springfield-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.illinoisstate.edu/academic-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pride Store & Coffee Bar DTSTART:20260918T140000Z DTEND:20260918T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260908T182621Z UID:10012026-1789722000-1789747200@phoenixcenterspringfield.org CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T182621Z LOCATION:Out on Second\, 120 E Scarritt St\, Springfield\, 62704\, United States URL:https://phoenixcenterspringfield.org/event/pride-store-coffee-bar-3-2- 2/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=springfi eld-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Phoenix Center Springfield X-SOURCE-URL:https://phoenixcenterspringfield.org/upcoming-events//cdn-cgi /l/email-protection END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Baby Storytime DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T011616Z UID:10001731-1789725600-1789731000@jacksonvilleil.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Join the Library for stories\, songs\, and rhymes! \nStory Tim e and Baby Story time are back! And we’re excited to announce that we wi ll be resuming afternoon Story Time at 3 PM every Wednesday as well!\n\nFo r more information call the library at 217-243-5435 LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T011616Z LOCATION:Jacksonville Public Library\, 201 W College Ave\, Jacksonville\, IL\, 62650\, United States URL:https://jacksonvilleil.org/event/baby-storytime/2026-09-18/?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=springfield-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Jacksonville\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://jacksonvilleil.org/experience/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PEP: DuPage County Action Team Meeting DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260918T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T181333Z UID:10002196-1789729200-1789732800@events.illinoisstate.edu CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The DuPage County Action Team meets on the third Friday of the month at 11 A.M. \n\n\n\nCommunity Co-Leaders: Jackie Rankin (Court Appoi nted Special Advocate)Phil Biage pbiage@niu.edu (630) 638-0855 \n\n\n\nM eeting type: Zoom \n\n\n\nContact Phil Biage if you have any questions or want to join the meeting. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T181333Z LOCATION:Illinois URL:https://events.illinoisstate.edu/event/pep-dupage-county-action-team-m eeting/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=spr ingfield-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.illinoisstate.edu/academic-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Conversations Café DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T001216Z UID:10003551-1789732800-1789736400@events.illinoisstate.edu CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Join the fun on Friday\, September 18\, at the Conversations C afé! It will take place from noon–1 p.m. in the OIE Lobby on the second floor of Fell Hall. \n\n\n\nThe Conversations Café is a 1-hour social ho sted twice a month by the OIE I-House and Academic Team for both internati onal and domestic students\, designed to create a coffee shop–style atmo sphere. Relax\, connect\, and enjoy global conversations! Meet new people and unwind with board games\, snacks from a featured country\, and stress- relief activities. \n\n\n\nCheck out our craft table and enjoy snacks from our featured country: South Korea! \n\n\n\nAll students are welcome to ex perience the Café—no RSVP necessary! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you have questi ons or need an accommodation to fully participate in this program\, please contact ecbuono@IllinoisState.edu or call the Office of International Engagement. Kindly allow time for the accommodation.  \n\n\n\nThe Conver sations Café is also taking place on October 2\, October 16\, October 30\ , and November 13\, from noon- 1 p.m. at Fell Hall\, 2nd Floor Lobby. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T001216Z LOCATION:Office of International Engagement Lobby\, Fell Hall\, Second Flo or URL:https://events.illinoisstate.edu/event/conversations-cafe-14/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=springfield-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.illinoisstate.edu/academic-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PEP: McHenry and Lake County Action Teams Meetings DTSTART:20260918T190000Z DTEND:20260918T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T001216Z UID:10003558-1789740000-1789743600@events.illinoisstate.edu CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Lake County Action Team meets on the third Friday of the m onth at 2 PM \n\n\n\nMeeting type: Teams meeting \n\n\n\nCommunity leader: Phil Biage \n\n\n\nContact Phil Biage if you have any questions. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T001216Z LOCATION:Illinois URL:https://events.illinoisstate.edu/event/pep-mchenry-lake-county-action- teams-meetings/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_camp aign=springfield-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.illinoisstate.edu/academic-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Outside the Binary Campout DTSTART:20260918T223000Z DTEND:20260920T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T181242Z UID:10011973-1789752600-1789898400@phoenixcenterspringfield.org CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T181242Z LOCATION:Phoenix Center Out on Second\, 120 E. Scarritt St\, Springfield\, 62704\, United States URL:https://phoenixcenterspringfield.org/event/outside-the-binary-campout/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=springfield-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Phoenix Center Springfield X-SOURCE-URL:https://phoenixcenterspringfield.org/upcoming-events//cdn-cgi /l/email-protection END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ yOUTh (ages 15-17) Group DTSTART:20260918T230000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260909T062509Z UID:10001768-1789754400-1789761600@phoenixcenterspringfield.org CATEGORIES:family LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T062509Z URL:https://phoenixcenterspringfield.org/event/lgbtq-youth-group/2026-09-1 8/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=springfield-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Phoenix Center Springfield X-SOURCE-URL:https://phoenixcenterspringfield.org/upcoming-events//cdn-cgi /l/email-protection END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:RunnersHighChi: Midway Run DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T120612Z UID:792@illinoisnewsjoint.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:SRVD Floral Lounge 4425 W 55th St. Chicago\, IL LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T120612Z URL:https://illinoisnewsjoint.com/events/runnershighchi-midway-run/?utm_so urce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=springfield-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Calendar of Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://illinoisnewsjoint.com/calendar-of-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SINGO DTSTART:20260919T010000Z DTEND:20260919T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T011616Z UID:10008440-1789761600-1789768800@jacksonvilleil.org CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Win trips and free slot play\, playing SINGO. It’s musical B ingo with different genre’s every week. Starts at 8PM and is FREE to pla y. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T011616Z LOCATION:Goodtime Docs\, 220 South Main Street\, Jacksonville\, IL\, 62650 \, United States URL:https://jacksonvilleil.org/event/singo/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=springfield-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Jacksonville\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://jacksonvilleil.org/experience/events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR