APL Pet Adoptions Jul 25, 11am-2pm, Dogs and cats for adoption at Ace Hardware, Wabash Ave and dogs at Gizzy Lu in White Oaks Mall. Cats for adoption from 11am-4pm at PetSmart. For info, call 544-7387 or visit www.apl-shelter.org.
Call for Artists and Crafters Looking for demonstrators and sellers of craftwork or art for Lincoln Memorial Garden’s Indian Summer Festival Oct 10- 11. For more info, call 529-1111.
Chili Cook-Off & Benefit Jul 25, 11am-5pm, Kick’s Rt. 66 Chili Cook-Off to benefit Brother James Court. 2002 Malibu Classic Raffle, live remote by WFMB 11-1, live music 1-4pm and more. $25-$20. Kicks Rt. 66, 2744 S. Sixth St. For more info, contact Jay Landers at 747-5905 or visit www.brotherjamescourt.com
Critical Mass Last Friday of month through October, 5:30-7pm, Bicyclists meet at the Old State Capitol Plaza at Adams Street. Ride is slow paced to accommodate everyone. Free. For more info, contact Sara Gillman at [email protected]
Culver’s and Antique Automobile Club Summer Cruise-in Jul 26, 4-6pm, Free and open to public. Free registration for all cruisers. Culver’s Restaurant, 4400 W. Wabash Ave. For more info, call 553-8019.
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.
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.
Friends of Sangamon Valley Work Day Jul 25, 10am, Two-three hours of weed removal from wooded areas of park. Meet at parking lot below Carillon at nature trail head. Bring work gloves and beverage. Other equipment provided. For more info, call Geroge Rose at 787-1940.
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.
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, call 753-2000 or visit www.kicksfec.com.
Microchip Clinic and Dog Wash Jul 24, 10am, Illinois Humane volunteers wash and towel-dry dogs, $12-$8. Veterinarian professionals chip cats and dogs, $25. Car Wash City, 3316 Robbins Rd. For info, call Jane 652-2731.
NHPA World Horseshoe Tournament and World Horseshoe Cook-Off Jul 27-Aug 8, More than 1,200 horseshoe pitchers compete. World Horseshoe Cook-Off on August 1 will be a day-long outdoor event with live music, celebrity horseshoe pitching and food. Prairie Capitol Convention Center or visit www.ilshpa.com
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 & 3rd Sats), live entertainment (3rd Sats). Adams St. For more info, contact 544-1723 at or visit downtownspringfield.org
South Side Christian Church Big Block Bash Jul 26, 6-8pm, Bounce houses, live band, carnival games, food and prizes. Free. South Side Christian Church, MacArthur Blvd. For more info, call Jeff at 525-0304 or e-mail [email protected].
Springfield Social Club August Happy Hour Jul 29, 5:30-9pm, Enjoy food and drinks while helping a local charity. Collecting toilet paper and paper towels to benefit Bethesda Lutheran Homes & Services. Kiku, 3325 Robbins Rd. For more info, contact Springfield Social Club at or visit www.springfieldsocialclub.org
Summer Dance Workshop Aug 3-7 and 10-14, 9-10:30am and 10:30am-12pm, Dancers 10 years and up. $300, space limited, deadline Jul 25. Springfield Ballet Company studio, Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth S. For info, call Julie at 544-1967.
HISTORY
Land of Lincoln Antique Tractor and Engine Club Jul 25, 10am-3pm, Thirty antique & small engine tractors on display outside the Museum. Museum exhibit inside (admission required) includes the only all-wheel Dain tractor in existence. Free. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum, 212 N. Sixth St. For more info, contact Trina at 558-8934 or visit www.presidentlincoln.org.
HEALTH
Depression in the Elderly Jul 29, 10-11am, Third Age Living hosts speaker Sandra Mollahan, St. John’s Hospital Psychiatric Program Director. St. John’s North, Eighth and Carpenter, Third Age Living Conference Room, 2nd floor. Free. For more information, call 544- 6464 ext. 47756.
Walk with your Doc Jul 25, 9am, Doctors and patients come together for a one-mile walk to bring awareness to the benefits of a health lifestyle. 8am sign-in. Washington Park Shelter. For more information and to register, call Christy at 638-5936.
Alcoholics Anonymous Every Sun, 3pm, Adult children of alcoholics/dysfunctional families recovery group. 24-hour answering service, 525- 9423. Discovery Club, 313 W. Cook St. For info go to www.adultchildren.org.
Asthma Support Group Jul 23, 6:30-7:30pm, “Confusing Symptoms: When is it not Asthma?” Dr. Jeffrey Lehman speaker. Free dinner prior to meeting and childcare provided with RSVP. Community Child Care Connection, Inc., 1004 N. Milton Ave. For more info, contact Amy Huber at 787-5864 Ext. 301
Freedom Seekers Every Mon, 6:30pm, For anyone suffering from any addictions to alcohol, gambling, shopping, or any other obsessive behaviors. iWorship Center, 3200 Shaler Rd or visit www.lifelinecounseling.com
GROW in Illinois Mental Health Support Group Every Mon, 7-9pm, GROW is a weekly 12-step program for anyone experiencing mental health issues, emotional problems, addictions or difficulties coping. Free, anonymous, confidential, open to all. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 S. Grand Ave. West. For more info, call 622-7953 or go to www.growinamerica.org.
HIV Free Testing & Counseling Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm, Linkage to free health services providing medication though ADAP. Edwin A. Lee Resource Center, 501 S. 13th. For more info, call 557-0045.
MGF Support Group Meeting Through Nov 15, 2-4pm, MGF of Illinois support group meeting. SIU School of Medicine Library, Dirkson Room on the 4th Floor, 801 N. Rutledge. For more info, call 800-888-6208 or go to www.myastheniagravis.org.
Pandemic Flu Awareness Jul 29, 5:30-6:15pm, Provides facts about preparedness. American Red Cross, 1045 Outer Park Dr. For more info or to register, call 787-7602.
Sex Addicts Anonymous For those seeking freedom from compulsive sexual behavior. Twelvestep meetings M & Th evenings. Serious inquiries only. Provide first name only, and where to reach you to [email protected].
Woman to Woman Mentoring Program Once a month, day and time varies, call at the end of each month for info on the next session. Blessed Hope Educational Sessions, sponsored by Church-Parish Nursing Program, St. John’s AME Church-Annex, 1519 E. Capitol, 523-3969.
FAITH & PHILOSOPHY
Energy & Lifestyle: How They Affect the Planet Jul 26, 10:30-11:30am, Childhood experiences & the ecological awakening of the 1960s turned Bob Croteau, Energy Conservation Manager for CWLP, into an early environmentalist. Free. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd. For more info, contact ALUUC at 585-9550 or visit www.aluuc.org
Social Virtue and Democratic Government Jul 27, 7-9pm, Presentation and discussion - “What basis do we have for optimism that human beings can become more capable of democratic government?” Free. For info e-mail [email protected]. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd
Unity’s Python Prosperity Production Jul 25, 2-9pm, Silliness brings us back into the moment. A day of all things Python should do the trick. Food, call for preparation planning. Love offering/raffles. Unity of Springfield, 417 Cordelia. For more info, contact Office at 523-5897 or visit www.unityofspringfield.com SPORTS & FITNESS
Iron Abe and Stoneman Sprint Triathlon Jul 26, 7:30am and 8am, Lake Springfield. For more info, call 414-5567 or visit springfieldtrifest.com.
Sangamon Table Tennis (Ping Pong) Club Wednesdays, 6-10pm, Come play table tennis with us. Level of play ranges from beginner to advanced, ages 12-77. Lessons available. For info, call 553- 1913 or go to request.www.sttc.us.
SportsCare’s Women’s Biathlon Sign-Up Jul 24, 4-6pm, Early sign-up for second annual women’s biathlon in September, featuring 20K bike ride and 5K run. Relay option available. $25-$45. SportsCare, 100 Chatham Rd or visit http://www.sportscarewomensbiathlon.com