for Home & Garden.” Inspiring fall decorating ideas for your home & garden. Green View Nursery, 3000 W. Jefferson St. Free and open to public. To reserve seating, call 787-4700.
Soil and Compost Aug 22, 10:30am, Food Not Lawns Springfield presents Carey Smith Moorman speaking on good garden foundations— healthy soil. Free. Lincoln Public Library, Seventh & Capitol. For more info, contact Carey at 753-0057.
BULLETIN BOARDS
Recreate the Park Every last Sunday, Jun 28-Aug 30, 10am-2pm, Trail mulching, tree trimming and playground cleaning. Potluck picnic follows for volunteers. Free - bring food to share. Washington Park, Shelter off of South Grand. For more info, contact Delta Church at 544-8661 or visit www.deltachurch.net.
AAUW Open Invitational Meeting Aug 29, 9am, Springfield branch hosts this program that includes reports on Leadership Conference and AAUW Association Convention. College or university degree required. UIS PAC. For more info, contact AAUW at 341-0685 or visit www.aauw-il.org/spignfield.
Animal Control Seasonal Amnesty Days Aug 21-22, 10:30am-4pm Fri, 10:30- 1pm Sat, 30 cats for $30 and 30 dogs for $39 available. Find your next best friend. 2100 Shale Rd. For more info, contact Sangamon County Animal Control at 535-3065.
APL Pet Adoptions Aug 22, 11am-2pm, Dogs and cats at Ace Hardware and Gizzy Lu in White Oaks Mall. Cats until 4pm at PetSmart. For info, call 544-7387 or visit www.aplshelter.org.
Athens Past and Current Teachers Reception Sept 19, 10am-12pm, Athens Alumni Association reception to honor past and present teachers. Athens High School’s Homecoming Weekend at high school. For more info visit www.AthensHighSchool.classquest.com or e-mail Alice at [email protected] or call 636-7503.
Backgammon Tournament Every Wed, 6pm, Capitol Teletrack, 1764 Wabash Ave. First-time entry is free, thereafter $5.
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.
Casino Night Aug 29, 6-9pm, Games, food, drinks and two tables of “hold-em”, craps, roulette and black jack. Prizes for most chips. Benefits Springfield Zoological Society. $20. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr.. For more info, contact Kim at 753-6217.
Citizens Club of Springfield Policy Breakfast Aug 28, 7:30am, Coffee reception, 8am Program is “High Speed Rail and Rail Corridors in Springfield.” Panelists to be announced. Hoogland Center for the Arts Club Room, 3rd floor. For info, e-mail Bob Gray, president at [email protected].
Cool Cruisers Aug 22, 6-9pm, Meijer Parking Lot, Prairie Crossing. Rain or shine. Door Prizes. For more info, call 566-2124 or 528-2414.
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].
Expressions in the Dark Every first Fri, 9pm-12am, Poetry, music, vendors, prizes and games. $10. Charles and Limey’s, 620 S. First St.
Fabrics Hold Aug 22-23, Morgan Elser conducts workshop to introduce new medium that holds fabrics and fibers in freeze-motion, sealing and water-proofing sculptures for indoors or out. See www.morganeart.com. Prairie Art Alliance. For info, call 544- 2787 or visit prairieart.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.
IDES Employer Workshop Sep 1, 9-11:30am, Presenter John Richmiller of the IL Department of Employment Securities presents info on number of underutilized employment services available to business owners. Illinois Department of Employment Securities, 1300 S. Ninth St. For more info, contact IDES at 782-3846, ex 251.
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 more info, call David Long at 726-2584.
Springfield Comic Book Convention Aug 23, 10am-4pm, New and old comic books, as well as toys and related collectibles for sale. Dealers interested in buying old comic books. For info call Alan at 309-657-1599 or visit www.epguides.com/comics. Route 66 Hotel & Conference Center, 625 E. Saint Joseph St.
Taylorville Market on the Square: Country Roots Aug 29, 9am-1pm, Country music by the Travelling Hillbilly Circus and fresh produce for sale. For more info, call 824- 3555.
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.
Woodcarvers Show Sep 5-6, 10am-4-m, Sangamon Valley Woodcarvers presents an exhibition of carvers from across the country. Carvings, woodburnings, wood, tools and books for sale. How-to seminars. Door prizes. Illinois State Fairgrounds, Illinois Building. $2. For info, call 546-8792 or email [email protected]. svwoodcarvers.org.
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
1840s Craft Fair Aug 30, 10am-4pm, Traditional crafts demonstrated by Midwest craftspeople, herbalist, 1840s buckskinner and live honey bee display. Impersonators Gary and Carol Simpkins portray Mr. and Mrs. Lincoln. Live period music by the Prairie Aires, Chris Vallillo, Steve Staley & Mark Mathewson, Dale Evans and Postville Express. Tours available. Postville Courthouse Historic Site, 914 Fifth St. For more info, contact Shirley Bartelmay at 737-0979.
A Visit from President Roosevelt Aug 25, 10am-4pm, Gib Young as Theodore Roosevelt. He will give presentations at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. in the park visitor center. Free. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St. For more info, contact Tiffany Bowles at 391-3217 or visit www.nps.gov/liho.
A. Lincoln Remembers Aug 28, 7-8:30pm, Three act vignette about A. Lincoln’s connection to Harlan’s Grove, now Irwin’s Grove in northern Auburn and the establishment of the Auburn Methodists’ in a log cabin. Free. Auburn United Methodist Church, 14100 State Rte 4. For more info, contact Lyn Pignon at 438-6777.
Can You Hear Me Now? Aug 30, 2:00pm, Learn about the telegraph invention and its important influence on Abraham Lincoln and the modern world. Lincoln Home National Historic Site Visitor Center’s Theater 1, 426 S. Seventh St. For more info, contact Lincoln Home at 492-4150 or visit www.nps.gov/LIHO.
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.
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.
Was Lincoln Forced into Glory Aug 25, 2pm, Learn the answers to several important questions surrounding Abraham Lincoln’s presidency, such as: Did Abraham Lincoln really free the slaves? Lincoln Home NHS Visitor Center’s Theater 1
HEALTH
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings daily. Various times/locations. 24 hour answering service 525-5795 or toll free 1-866-525-5795.
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
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