THE CALENDAR
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Backgammon Tournament Every Wed, 6pm, Capitol Teletrack, 1764 Wabash Ave. First-time entry is free, thereafter $5.
BLS (CPR) for Healthcare Providers Aug 18, 4:30-7:30pm, Students will learn how to perform CPR, use an AED and choking. Class taken by healthcare providers or students enrolled in a health field of study. Pre-registration required. $30. Memorial Medical Center, 901 N. First St. For more info, contact Kari Thevenot at 801-7229 or visit www.yourlefthand.net/training
Candle Light Vigil - Justice for Steven Watkins Aug 25, 7:30-8:30pm, Candle light vigil. Candles available along with balloons to release w/story. Free. James Park, Ashland. For more info, contact Anne Plunkett at 691-3273
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 info, contact [email protected]
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.
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
Southeast High School Class of 1969 40th Reunion Sep 18-19, 5:30pm-12am, Enjoy dancing, eating and drinking. The Debbie Ross Band performs Saturday. $35/couple, $25/Single. Invitation open to 1968- 1970. $5 Friday. Northender’s VFW, 2349 Stockyard Road. For more info, contact Charlene at 816-3183
Springfield Chess Club Wednesdays, 6:30-9pm, Weekly meetings. White Oaks Mall food court. Also, twice a month meetings at Barnes and Noble. For info, call David 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
Stamps 4 Soldiers Project Route 66 Hotel, Sixth Street & Stevenson Drive is a drop-off point for donating unused stamps or money for postage to ship items to troops through www.siyellowribbon.com.
Starting Your Business in Illinois Workshop Aug 19, 1:30-3:30pm, Business plan, financing, legal form choice, name registered, taxes and more. Registration required. LLCC’s Capital City Training Center, 130 W. Mason St. To register, call 544-7232.
Vigil for Peace Every Sat 12-1pm, Vigil for Peace, all are welcome. Outside the Federal Building, Sixth and Monroe. For info, 544-3997.
POLITICS
Drinking Coffee Liberally First and Third Sat, 9am, Enjoy coffee, breakfast and conversation with fellow progressives. Free. Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St. For more info, e-mail [email protected].
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
Illinois Stories Jun 15-Jan 3, 2010, 9am-5pm, A series of temporary exhibits exploring the complex history of Illinois. Museum admission. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum, 212 N. Sixth St or visit www.presidentlincoln.org
Lincoln Cent Event Aug 13, 10am, Ceremony and first distribution of third Lincoln cent featuring the Old State Capitol Historic Site. Free. Old State Capitol, 1 Old Capitol Plaza. For more info, contact Justin at 785-7960 or visit www.lincoln200.net
Lincoln Programs Aug 22-23, Lincoln in the National Park Service (Sat 1pm). Prelude to a Presidency (Sat 2pm). Living in Lincoln’s Shadow (Sun 2pm). Lincoln Home, 426 S. Seventh St. For info call 492-4150.
Lincoln’s Ghost Walk: Legends & Lore Jun 2-Aug 30, 7:30pm Mon-Sun, 90minute 12-block walking tour uses Lincoln sites as the backdrop for ghostly & strange stories about Lincoln’s life and death. Suitable for all ages. $12-$5. Tinsley Dry Goods, 209 S. Sixth St. For info, call 502-8687 or visit www.springfieldwalks.com.
Lincoln’s Pew Jun-Sep, 10am-4pm Mon-Fri, Free docent guided tours, including info about the Louis Comfort Tiffany windows, Lincoln family’s pew and relationship to First Church. First Presbyterian Church, Seventh St. For info, call 528-4311.
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.
Mr. Lincoln’s Bicentennial Springfield Walk Through Sep 26, 7pm, Fri and Sat, 90minute 10 block walking tour chronicles Lincoln’s life in Springfield before he was President. Suitable for all ages. $12-$5. Tinsley Dry Goods, 209 S. Sixth St. For more info, call 502-8687 or visit www.springfieldwalks.com.
R-Rated Springfield Jun 6-Sep 27, 8pm Sats, Adult only 90minute 12-block walking tour chronicles Springfield’s true crime history. Must be over 16 for this tour. $15-$13. Tinsley Dry Goods 209 S. Sixth St. For info, call 502-8687 or www.springfieldwalks.com.
Street Theater Jun 10-Aug 15, 1:30-6:30pm, Streets of the Lincoln-era neighborhood come alive with 1850s song and period character performances. Free. Lincoln Home National Historic Site. For more info, call 492-4241 or visit www.nps.gov/liho.
HEALTH
Asperger Support Group First Thu, 7 pm, Asperger Syndrome Support and Awareness of Central Illinois meeting with Dr. Karen Kirkendall. UIS, J Building, Rm 153.
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 info, call 622- 7953 or go to www.growinamerica.org.
HIV Anonymous First Tues monthly, 6:30-8:30pm, first Sat monthly 2:30-4:30pm. Free 12-step support group for people living with HIV and AIDS, Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence, 528-5253.
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.
Wellness Tour Aug 15-17, 20-24, Free screenings: cholesterol, blood pressure, bone density, glucose levels, waist circumference and body mass index. State Fair and local Walgreens. For times and locations visit the Web site. For more info, contact Vicki at 866-484-TOUR or visit http://www.aarpwalgreens.com/tour
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
90th Church Anniversary Banquet for Calvary Missionary Baptist Church Aug 23, 2pm, Day time semi-formal banquet. $50 ticket, tables of eight available. Northfield Center, 3280 Northfield Dr. For more info, contact Marcellus at 415- 3932
A Course In Miracles Every Wed, 5:30-7pm, Book study & discussion group that offers tools to use on your path for inner peace. Love offering. Unity Church, 417 Cordelia St. For info, contact Ron at 720-2614
