Joey McLaughlin finds out what’s going on this weekend with the Illinois Times’ Michelle Ownbey.

“Nightfall” with Edgar Allen Poe
FRIDAY: 8 p.m., SATURDAY: 3 and 8 p.m.
Spencer Theatrical Company presents a highly theatrical adaptation of four Edgar Allen Poe tales. The Poe Experience is a reception held in conjunction with each performance and guests are encouraged to dress in Poe-inspired attire.
Hoogland Center for the Arts

ROASTED: Hot Pots and Picnic
SATURDAY: 3-9 p.m.
Glaze a pot and fire it in an outdoor kiln. Enjoy dinner and drinks, listen to live music.
Springfield Art Association

FEEL
SATURDAY: 7 p.m.
A four piece rock band who sound pays homage to the classic rock era.
Boondocks

Belly Laffs Comedy
SATURDAY: 8 p.m.
Richard Bailey, Kathey Brennan, Lance Cain and more for a night of stand-up comedy.
Laguna Brava Mexican Restaurant – Wabash

Wheel of Fortune
SATURDAY: 6:30 p.m.
Guests will be randomly selected to go on stage to spin a full-size wheel – prizes include trips to Paris and Hawaii and up to $10,000.
UIS Performing Arts Center