Good morning, Springfield.

Readers in Springfield voted for their top yoga spots in the 2024 Official Community Choice Awards, naming Pilates Studio of Springfield at 1305 Wabash Ave. as the winner and Ahh Yoga at 2201 W.

White Oaks Drive and YMCA of Springfield at 601 N. 4th St. as finalists. Nominations for 2025 began today — voting continues until June 23 with winners to be announced in November.

The City of Springfield and CWLP are hosting Lake Springfield’s 90th Birthday Party today from 4 pm to 7 pm at Center Park near the Beach House — the event will feature music by Jason McKenzie, games, vehicle displays for youth, birthday cake and food trucks.

Attendees may bring chairs and blankets and can park at the lot near the Sailboat Launch or the Lindsay Boat Launch — if rain occurs, the party will move indoors to the Beach House.

A new walking path called Memorial Mile officially opened around Springfield Memorial Hospital and is available to patients, caregivers, and everyone seeking a safe way to walk.

It is mapped from Carpenter Street down Rutledge over to Calhoun and up First Street—providing an accessible route for exercise and relaxation.

The Illinois Sports Hall of Fame ceremony will be held in June at the Bank of Springfield Center, where entrepreneur Tim Turpin from Newburgh, Indiana will induct 50 to 75 sports figures including local icons.

Friday’s events include an opening night with more than a dozen speakers plus a silent auction, while Saturday will feature a banquet dinner and the main induction ceremony.

Four area softball teams and two baseball teams will compete Tuesday, June 3rd in small school super-sectionals for a chance to reach the State Final Four—Eureka leads the 2A baseball field while underdog Lexington faces Salt Fork, and Brimfield will meet Beecher in 2A softball alongside other 1A participants.

Levitt AMP Springfield 2025 Season

Ten free concerts in downtown Springfield thanks to the Levitt Foundation, PNC Bank, Springfield Area Arts Council & many local partners! Bring your friends, family, dogs, chairs, and picnics or order from the many food trucks and enjoy free, live music every Thursday, May 29 - July 31 on the lawn in front of the Governor's Mansion.

Springfield Watch & Clock Show and Sale

11 AM – 2 PM — Casey's Pub — Admission details not provided — Explore a variety of watches and clocks at this community-sponsored event.

Friends of the Farmers Market Brunch

1:30-3:30 p.m. — Union Square Park — Celebrate local agriculture with delicious farm-to-table dishes and community vibes.

Sangamon County Fair

7 p.m. — Sangamon County Fairgrounds — Family-friendly fun — Experience a Midwestern tradition with concerts, rides, and animals as you kick off the summer.

R and B Live Summer Party

7-10 p.m. — Curve Inn — Free entry — Get ready to groove at a night of soulful music and good vibes.

Little Miracles 5K

A fun 3K/5K run/walk for all ages and abilities! The race will support the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to continue funding a variety of items/programs to support our tiniest patients at HSHS St. John's Children's Hospital.

Virtual Tour of Springfield Supportive Living

9 a.m.-7 p.m. — Springfield Supportive Living — Free entry — Explore award-winning amenities and activities at one of the highest-rated senior living communities.

Camp Invention: Discover at Lincoln Magnet School

8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — Lincoln Magnet School — $175 — A STEM summer program that fosters creativity and problem-solving skills for kids entering grades 1-6.

Grease Musical

7 p.m. — Legacy Theatre — Check venue site for pricing — Experience the beloved musical journey of Danny and Sandy with classic tunes and lively performances.

Midnineties performing Bleed American

7 p.m. — Anvil & Forge Brewing and Distilling Company — Tickets vary — Experience Midnineties performing Jimmy Eat World's iconic album 'Bleed American' in full.

Zen Paint Night with Ashley Blake

2-4 p.m. — Kentucky Burn — All materials provided — Relax and tap into your creative spirit while painting in a calming atmosphere.