THE CALENDAR
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SCIENCE
Evening Science Series Lecture Sept 9, 7pm, Dr. John R. Halsey, State Archaeologist of Michigan presents “Mississippian Copper Sources, Usage & Probabilities: A View from Up North.” Free, enter bldg on 10½ St. Illinois State Museum Research & Collections Center, 1011 E. Ash St.. For more info, contact Nina at 785-0037 or 782-0061 or visit www.museum.state.il.us.
AUDITIONS
The Shape of Things Open Auditions Sep 8-9, 7-10pm, For play by Neil LaBute with callbacks Sep 10. Need 2 men and women, stage manager, assistant stage managers, dramaturg, running crew etc. Prepared monologues and headshots/resumes appreciated but not mandatory. Studio Theatre in the Public Affairs, UIS PAC Level 1. For info, contact Eric Thibodeaux- Thompson at 206-6613 or visit www.uis.edu/theatre.
Sangamon Valley Youth Symphony Auditions Sep 1-4, 3-9pm, Auditions for local students who would like to be a part of the SVYS. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St. For more info, contact Richard A. Haglund at 753-8000 or www.svys.org.
NATURE
Fall Garden & Landscape Seminar Sep 5, 11am, “Movement & Texture: Designing with Ornamental Grasses” seminar by Green View Design Group. Discover grandeur ornamental grasses. Green View Nursery, 3000 W. Jefferson St. Free and open to public. To reserve seating, call 787-4700.
Fall Garden & Landscape Seminar Aug 29, 11am, “Designer Style 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.
Springfield Bonsai Society Every second Mon, 7-8 pm, Learn to style and grow your 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
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.aauwil.org/springfield.
Annual Orchid Seminar Aug 29, 10am-3pm, Presents a great opportunity to learn about orchids. Washington Park Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall.
APL Pet Adoptions Aug 29, 11am-2pm, Dogs at Ace Hardware. For info, call 544-7387 or visit www.aplshelter.org.
APL Pet Adoptions Sep 5, 11am-3pm, Dogs at Ace Hardware on Wabash. Also dogs 11am-2pm and cats 11am-4pm at PetSmart on Veterans. For more info, contact APL at 544-7387.
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.classq uest.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.
Casino Night Aug 29, 6-9pm, Games, food, drinks and two tables of “holdem”, 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].
Clayville Cruise In Sep 5, 10am-3pm, Show features classic cars, trucks, tractors and motorcycles. Clayville, IL State Road 125. Road Tour, New Salem Site to Clayville 9am. For more info, call 502- 4698.
Designer Look-a-Like Sale Aug 31, 7am-6pm and Sep 1, 7am-5pm, Benefits Children’s Miracle Network. St. John’s Hospital Centennial Hall. For info, call 544-6464.
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 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.
Movers & Shakers Nite Sep 4, 5-7pm, Celebrity bartenders, proceeds will go towards the purchase of new equipment for the Emergency Response Coalition. Bennigan’s. For more info, contact Brad Schaive at 522- 0014.
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),
