own trees with hands-on instruction from local bonsai artists. Washington Park Botanical Garden. For more info, call 652-9619 or go to www.geocities.com/springfieldillinoisbonsai.
BULLETIN BOARD
AARP Driving Course Aug 12 & 13, 8:30am-12:30pm, Williamsville State Bank and Trust will hold this course. 3341 Old Jacksonville Rd, Springfield. For more info, call Louella at 698-9728.
APL Pet Adoptions Aug 8, 11am-2pm, Dogs and cats at Ace Hardware. Dogs at Gizzy Lu in White Oaks Mall. 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.
Computer Banc’s 10th Anniversary Aug 6, 7:30-8:45am, Breakfast with featured speaker Dr. Walter Milton. $20. Abundant Faith Christian Church, 2525 Taylor Ave. For more info, call David 528-9506 or visit computerbanc.info.
Curvy Girl Fashion Show Aug 8, 6pm, Fabulous styles and fashions for the plus size. $20 adult, $10 child. Hoogland Center for the Arts Theatre III. For info or tickets call 523-2787.
Expressions in the Dark Every first Fri, 9pm-12am, Poetry, music, vendors, prizes and games. $10. Charles and Limey’s, 620 S. First St
Free Homeownership and Financial Workshop Aug 15, 10am-2pm, CLA presents establishing wealth, debt management, estate planning, foreclosure prevention, real estate knowledge and more. Registration required. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St. For info, call 800- 710-0360 or visit www.givecla.org.
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.
Illinois Products Farmers Market Thursdays through Oct 22. Illinois State Fairgrounds Commodity Pavilion. For more info, call 782-0777.
Junior League of Springfield Meeting Aug 8, 9:30am-12pm, Come learn about being a member of a volunteer organization of women dedicated to improving the community. UIS Campus. For more info, contact Marque Haupert at 544- 5557 or visit www.jlsil.org
Live, Laugh & Find Love Tour (Speed Dating/Comedy!) Aug 7, 7:30pm, Includes free appetizers, door prizes, thank you gifts, and a 30 day gold membership to cupid.com. Pre-register at Cupid using code DonnieB to save $5. Multiple events for all ages. $30. Funny Bone of Springfield, 2937 W. White Oaks Dr. For more info, contact Shirene at 494-0858 or visit www.cupid.com/predating
NAWBO Summer Social Aug 12, 5:30-7pm, Held at home of Sheryl Daugherty, 1629 Appalachian Trail, Rochester. $22 members, $25 nonmembers, $30 walk-ins. Registration and info call Gay Davidson at 725-8500 or [email protected].
NHPA World Horseshoe Tournament Jul 27-Aug 8, More than 1,200 horseshoe pitchers compete. 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
Pound Dog Rescue Fundraiser Aug 8, 7-9pm, Features music by Tom Irwin. Dog friendly wineries featured. Treats, raffles and fun prizes all to support the Pound Dog Rescue in Virginia. No charge to attend. Dr. Ugs Drugstore Cafe, Southside of the Square. For more info, contact Susan Young at 452-3442
Sangamo Surf Club Fish Fry Aug 8, 3:30-11pm, $7.50 fish dinner. Live Music: Jeff and Mike, Suns of Circumstance, The Groove Daddies. 405 E. Lakeshore Dr.
Springfield Chess Club Wednesdays, 6:30-9pm, Weekly meetings. White Oaks Mall food court. Also, twice a month meetings at Barnes and Noble. For more info, call David Long at 726-2584.
Springfield Local Food Task Force Aug 13, 10:30am-12pm, Monthly meeting of the Springfield Local Food Task Force. Come help the task force assess and study ways to improve and expand the local food system. Lincoln Library - Carnegie Room North. For more info, contact Lindsay Record at 528-1563
Starting Your Business in Illinois Workshop Aug 6, 6-8pm, Business plan, financing, legal form choice, name registered, taxes and more. Registration required. LLCC Springfield East, 1507 E. Cook St. To register call 544-7232. (Also, Aug 10, 9-11am, in Jacksonville, call 245-2174.)
Vigil for Peace Every Sat 12-1pm, Vigil for Peace, all are welcome. Outside the Federal Building, Sixth and Monroe. For more info, call 544-3997.
POLITICS
Drinking Liberally Every Thurs, 6:30pm, Share some drinks and discussion with fellow progressives. Free. Brewhaus, 617 E. Washington. For more info, e-mail [email protected].
HISTORY
1908 Springfield Race Riot Sculpture Dedication Aug 6, 10-11am, Memorial by artist Preston Jackson commemorates the event that sparked the creation of the NAACP. The two-piece bronze sculpture depicts scenes from the riot and its aftermath. Free. Union Square Park, 212 N. Sixth St. For more info, contact ALPML at 558-8934 or visit www.presidentlincoln.org
“Hands on the Land: IL Agriculture Then and Now” Aug 8, 10am-2pm, Demonstrations from area chefs, food preservation techniques, gardening tips, hands-on activities for children and interactive presen tations. Free. Union Square Park, 212 N. Sixth St. For more info, contact Robin at 558-8934 or visit www.presidentlincoln.org
Living History Vignettes Jun 1-Sep 7, 9am-6:30pm weekdays every hour, Interpreter dressed in historic clothing talks about Lincoln’s hired girl, the artist from Leslie’s Illustrated newspaper or other historical characters. Free. Lincoln Home National Historic Site. For more info, call 492-4241.
HEALTH
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.
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.
Memorial Medical Center Classes Lamaze (fee), Birth & Beyond, Get Real Breastfeeding Guide, Infant Safety, Baby Sign Language. For info, call 788-3333. Lactation Consultation (fee), Adoptive Families. For info, call 788-3378. I’m Going to Be a Big Brother/Sister, For info, call 788-3352. Other classes see www.memorialmedical.com.
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.
Prairie Heart Classes Yoga, T’ai Chi and massage therapy. Continuous. St. John’s Prairie Heart Institute Center for Mind-Body Medicine, First Floor Prevention Center, 619 E. Mason. For info, 527-5537.
Sex Addicts Anonymous For those seeking freedom from compulsive sexual behavior. Twelve-step meetings M & Th evenings. Serious inquiries only. Provide first name only, and where to reach you to [email protected].
St. John’s Hospital Classes & Support Groups Free: New mothers support group, grief support group, blood pressure screenings, sibling class, survivors of suicide, baby care basics and more. Fee: yoga, tai chi, pilates, meditation, computers and more. Call 544-5483 or 544-6464, ext 44308 or visit www.st-johns.org.
STD Screening, HIV Testing & Support Group Every second and fourth Tue, 4-6pm, Receive STD screening and HIV testing. Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm, Free HIV testing. Every first and third Wed, 1pm, HIV Support Group, open to both men and women who are HIV positive. Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence Ave. For more info, call 528-5253.
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
Abundant Faith Christian Center Sun, 9 & 11am, Wed, 6:30pm (Bible Study), 2525 Taylor; Sat, 6pm (Young Adult Bible Study), 301 W. Reynolds. For info, call 585-4000 or go to www.abundantfaith.org.
Classes For Exceptional People Every Wed, 6:30-7:30pm, Religion class
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