Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Joey McLaughlin talks with Michelle Ownbey from the Illinois Times on the WTAX Morning NewsWatch about things to do this weekend in the Springfield area.

Ocean State Quartet
FRIDAY:7-9 p.m.
Bossa nova, jazz and blues for the opening of the “Collaboration” exhibit. Artists were challenged to work on a piece with another artists.
The Pharmacy Gallery

Art Spectacular
SATURDAY: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
A juried fine art and craft show. Food trucks and activities for the kids.
Thomas Reese Memorial Carillon

200th Birthday Celebration and Open House
SATURDAY: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Artisan demonstrations of 1800s homesteading, wagon rides, farm animals and activities for children.
Woodlawn Farm, Jacksonville

Beyond the Stage
SATURDAY: 7 p.m.
The Illinois Symphony Orchestra percussion ensemble and piano trio will perform in the C-Mill as the first Beyond the Stage concert experience. Tickets include hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.
Pillsbury Mills

Jerry Garcia and Joe Utterback Tribute Festival
SUNDAY: 2-9 p.m.
Penny Lane’s annual, family friendly event. Craft vendors, disc golf, playground for kids.
Duncan Par