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in the Sun” songs. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Rd.
Dr. Milton Apr 25, 11am-2pm, Dr. Walter Milton presents his book, Me in the Making, along with his invention of the century. Entertainment & lunch, with portion of book proceeds to Southwind Park Project. RSVP by Apr 17, call 341-3355 or e-mail [email protected]. $45. Inn at 835.
Expressions in the Dark Every Fri, 9pm-12am, Poetry, music, vendors, prizes and games. Charles and Limey’s, 620 S. First St.
Foster Parent Inquiry Open House Third Mon, Camelot Community Care holds an open house for couples and individuals who are interested in becoming foster parents for the specialized and adolescent foster care programs. For info, call 585-9185. Camelot Community Care, 2924 Stanton.
Genealogy Workshop Apr 23-May 14, 6:30-8pm Thursdays, Designed for individuals with little or no experience. $30, plus supplies. LLCC’s Western Region Education Center, 32 N. Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville. Visit www.llcc.edu/commed.
Gun Safety Clinic Apr 18, 9am-4pm, Safety, legal libilities and basic marksmanship instruction for handguns. Sheriff’s Office Training Room, 1 Sheriff’s Plaza.
Heartsaver First Aid with CPR/AED Apr 21, 5-9:30pm, Basic first aid, using an AED, performing CPR for all ages, help someone who is choking. AHA card issued upon successful completion. Pre-registration required. Memorial Medical Center, 901 N. First St, Kari Thevenot, 801- 7229. www.yourlefthand.net/training
Heroes Breakfast Apr 17, 7:30-9:30pm, Local heroes recognized at the annual American Red Cross event. $20, tickets to must be purchased in advance. Crowne Plaza, American Red Cross, 787-7602.
Holocaust Observance Apr 22, 11am, Governor Pat Quinn keynote speaker, Magda Brown, noted author and daughter of a survivor featured, and more. Hall of Representatives, Old State Capitol, Fifth at Adams.
Lawnmower Clinic Apr 18, 8am-1pm, Push mowers only, must drop off. Oil change, spark plug, blade sharpened. (Filters extra). Same day service $35-4 cycle, $25-2 cycle. Blade sharpening $15 on mower, $10 off mower. O’Reilly Auto Parts, 1501 W. Jefferson.
Locating Private Foundation Apr 22, 10am-12:30pm, Learn how to locate & approach private foundations. Hands on instruction & tips on proposal writing. Free. Limited seating, register at http:/$llinois.edu/calendar/Calen dar?calId=1701. Central Illinois Nonprofit Resource Center, UIS Brookens Library, Pamela M. Salela, 206-6633. http://library.uis.edu/cinrc
Relay for Life Apr 23, 6-7pm, American Cancer Society team meeting for individuals who want to fight against cancer. Lutheran High School, 3500 W. Washington. For more info, to register a team or volunteer, call 523-4503 or visit www.relayforlifesangamon.com.
