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family: basketball clinic by Kevin Gamble, family zumba, soccer clinic, golf lesson, tae kwon do, information booths. Prizes and give-a-ways! Springfield YMCA, 701 S. Fourth St.
APL Pet Adoptions Jul 18, 11am-2pm, Dogs for adoption at Ace Hardware, Wabash Ave and PetSmart, Veterans Pkwy. Also cats for adoption 11am-4pm at Petsmart. For info, call 544-7387 or visit www.apl-shelter.org.
Backgammon Tournament Every Wed, 6pm, Capitol Teletrack, 1764 Wabash Ave. First-time entry is free, thereafter $5.
Cake Decorating Class Jul 18, Learn basics of baking, assembling and decorating a cake. $70. Creative Culinary Arts Center, 107 S. Second St, Girard. For info, call 381-3468.
Elder Abuse Awareness Month and Summit Through Jul, call 1-866- 800-1409 if you suspect abuse of a senior. Jul 29, 7:30am- 4:30pm, Summit on Elder Abuse, Illinios Educational Association, 3440 Liberty Dr. For info, call the Senior Center at 528-4035.
Elkhart Fire Department Summerfest Jul 18, 2pm-12am, Bag toss tourney, dunk tank, children’s activities, door prizes, silent auction and car show. Free. Downtown Elkhart
Family Campout at Zoo Jul 17, Overnight for families. Activities, campfire, movie, night tour, dinner and breakfast. $15- $18 adults, $10-$12 children. Henson Robinson Zoo. Reservations required, call 753- 6217.
Free Women’s Self Defense Classes Every Tues, 6:15-7:30pm, Springfield Goju Ryu Karate Club is offering women’s self defense classes. Free. First Church of the Nazarene, 5200 S. Sixth St. For more info, call 891-6242.
Guns vs. Hoses Charity Softball Game Jul 17, 7pm, Springfield Police vs. Springfield Fire Department. For Lincoln Land D.A.R.E. and Risk Watch for Children. $6 adults, kids 10 and under free, $4 in advance from The Stadium, Peoria Road or Kicks, S. Sixth St. Robin Roberts Stadium at Lanphier Park, N. Grand Ave E. For info, call Dara at 753-5400, ext. 240.
Illinois Products Farmers Market Thursdays through Oct 22. Illinois State Fairgrounds Commodity Pavilion. For more info, call 782-0777.
Job Finding Club Through July, 10am Wednesdays, Job seekers meet to discuss best strategies according to latest job literature. Come with positive attitude. Barnes & Noble Cafe. Veterans Pkwy.
Johnny Utah Auction Jul 18, 12pm-12am, Ninth annual Johnny Utah poker run & benefit auction, free food & live band follows at Curve In. Sign up 12- 1pm at Sjmc Clubhouse, 14th & Carpenter. $5. For more info, www.steeljusticemc.com
Kicks on 66 Summer Sizzle Tent Party Jul 23-26, Four days of food, fun and party under the tent. Free. Kicks Family Entertainment Center, 2744 S. Sixth St. For info, 753-2000 or www.kicksfec.com.
Local Flavors Dinner Jul 16, 4-9pm, Lunch and dinner series bringing the bounty of locally produced food to Springfield’s most innovative restaurants. Call restaurant for reservations. Maldaner’s Restaurant, 222 S. Sixth St. For info, contact Maldaner’s at 522- 4313 or www.maldaners.com
Mighty Maggie Day Jul 19, 11am-7pm, Food and entertainment. Kids corner, 50/50, bake sale, door prizes. $10-$5. Knights of Columbus, 2891 West St. For info, call Beth at 971-2325 or e-mail [email protected].
Old Capitol Farmers Market Through Oct 28, 8am- 12:30pm Wed and Sat, Features fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, plants, flowers and bakery items. Chef demonstrations (3rd Sats), artisan area (1st
