Springfield Poets and Writers Open Mic, 6 p.m., Robbie's Restaurant, 4 S. Old State Capitol Plaza. Bring copies of your work to read. Free admission.

Frank Trompeter Quartet (jazz), 7:30 p.m. April 11, Donnie's Homespun Pizza, 107 W. Cook St. Musicians are Chris Miller on piano and organ, Rob Killam on acoustic bass, Mark McKnight on drums, and Frank Trompeter on vocals, saxophones and electric wind instrument.

Bingo will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the Carmi VFW. Cards go on sale at 6:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7:30 p.m.

Nothing to Lose, hosted by The Literary Underground and Zygote in my Coffee, 7 p.m. June 22, Bogart's, 2142 Old State Road, Jacksonville. Underground poets from throughout the Midwest, live music by Flamingo and Utter Chaos, stand-up comedy by Mike Brant. Short film, "Buc...

ITS A CIRCUS! We are celebrating the life and memory of Dawson Garman. This family friendly event is a fundraiser for the Children's Hospital of Illinois in Dawson's honor. There will be dinner, raffles, clowns, bouncy houses, games and more!! Dinner will be covered with...

DATE: Saturday, July 20th, 2013 SIGN IN: American Legion in Bartonville, IL REGISTRATION: Registration is from 9am to 12pm - Breakfast Available at 8AM FEE: $20 per rider and $10 per passenger (This includes meal on return) DISTANCE: Approximately 140 miles END: Last...