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Comfort Kit Drive Sep 11, 7:30am-5:30pm, New toothbrushes, combs, washclothes, brushes, razors, crayons, coloring books and travel size personal care items are what the American Red Cross invites you to donate for local famililes affected by disasters. Red Cross Office, 1045 Outer Park Dr. For more info, contact ARC at 787- 7602.
Feline Ranch Fundraiser Sep 12, 12:15-5:15pm, 50/50 raffle and baskets. All proceeds benefit the Forever Home Feline Ranch. No cover. Game Crazy, 1722 E. Sangamon Ave. For more info, contact Brenda Barton at 679-1593.
Free Kitchen Remodeling Seminar Sep 12, 9-11am, Free kitchenremodeling seminar for the community. DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen Showroom, 4823 Rodger St. For more info, contact Jennifer Lynn at 529-9300 or visit http://dreammakerspringfield.com/university/?cat=15.
Go Red for Women Luncheon Sep 17, 11:30am-1:30pm, Wrap yourself in red and join the luncheon celebration to help make a difference in women’s lives. Springfield Hilton. For more info, call Tammy Gillette at 698-3838 x3 or e-mail [email protected].
Greater Springfield Job and Career Fair Sep 16, 3-6pm, Prospective employees from all over central Illinois. Crowne Plaze Hotel. For more info, contact Sharon at 525-1773.
Illinois Products Farmers Market Thursdays through Oct 22. Illinois State Fairgrounds Commodity Pavilion. For more info, call 782-0777.
Looking for Lincoln Exhibit Dedication Sep 13, 1pm, Come out as the Garden recognizes its ties to the past. Lincoln Memorial Garden entrance, 2301 E. Lake Dr. For more info, contact LMG at 529-1111.
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 enter tainment (3rd Sats). Adams St. For more info, contact 544- 1723 at or visit downtownspringfield.org.
Sangamon River Cleanup Sep 19, 8:30am-12pm, Walk the shoreline or ride your boat/canoe to clean the stretch between Irwin Bridge and New Salem Park. Free lunch. For info or to register call Bill Crook at 522-3372.
Soup & Stories: The Preservation of Cuban Culture Sep 14, 12-1pm, Pedro Ramos speaks about his experiences with the Paradores, whose mission is to educate about Cuban culture. $3 includes lunch, free to students. Reservations requested. LLCC, Robert H. Stephens Room, Menard Hall. For more info, contact LLCC at 786-2789.
Starting Your Business in Illinois Sep 16, 1:30-3:30pm, Business plans, financing, legal forms, business name registration, taxes and more. Registration required. LLCC’s Capital City Training Center, 130 West Mason St. For more info, contact ISBDC at 544-7232.
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