Garden Visitor Center. For info, call Scott at 652-3296. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E Lake Shore Dr.
Chili Supper and Paw Paw Patch Bazaar Oct 25, 11am-5:30pm, Held at west campus. Tickets to eat are $7 to eat-in or carryout. Drive-up available. For more info call 544- 7387. Sacred Heart-Griffin High School, 1601 West Washington.
Costume Party Oct 24, 9pm-1am, Don’t miss this Halloween party. Star Talent Events DJ and cash prize costume contest. No admission fee. For more information, call 528- 5100. The State House Inn - Autopsy Room. The State House Inn, 101 E. Adams St.
Holistic Healing and New Age Bazaar Oct 17-18, 10am-7pm, Reiki, massage, psychics, workshops, crystals and gems, aura photography, ion cleanse and more. $5. For more information, call 698- 2776 or e-mail [email protected]. Route 66 Hotel & Conference Center, 625 E Saint Joseph St.
Illini Bird Fanciers Fall Bird Fair Oct 24, 10am-4pm, Live Exotic Birds, cages, food, toys. $3. For more info, call 522-7261. Church of the Little Flower, 800 Stevenson Dr.
International Dyslexia/Autisma Lecture Oct 16, 7pm, Ronald D. Davis, author and dyslexia expert, presents his unique methods for correcting dyslexia. Fundraiser, $10. For more info or to register, email [email protected] or call 744-3905. Northfield Inn Suites & Conference Center, 3280 Northfield Dr.
Model Train Show Oct 17-18, 10am-4pm, Show features operating model railroads, train dealers, collectors, hands-on exhibits, demonstrations, workshops, and more. $7. Orr Building. For info call Bill Grove at 630-608-4988. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Avenue.
Old Capitol Farmers Market Oct 17, 21, 24, 28, 8am- 12:30pm, 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, Downtown Springfield.
Phoenix Center Fall Dinner and Auction Oct 17, 6:30pm, Doors open at 6pm for this fundraiser in theatre III. Tickets at 528-5253. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St.
Prairieland Classic Dog Show Oct 16-19, 8am-6pm, $2-$1. Exposition Building, Foodarama, Tech Town, Artisans Building. For info call Judy at 618-238-4865. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Avenue.
Springfield Public Garden Design: Historic and Modern Oct 21, 12-1:30pm, Terri Cameron, master gardener, examines early parks through archival photos, publications and Park District minutes. Diane Mathis, Park District marketing and development director, previews Southwind Park. Free program, dinner $20. UIS Public Affairs Center Rooms C/D. To register visit www.uiaa.org/uis, or call 206-7395. University of Illinois at Springfield.
Style Show Luncheon Oct 26, 10:30am-2pm, Kings Daughters with Regency Nursing Care Residence style show and luncheon with a silent auction. $25 by Oct 22. For tickets call 529-5907. Crowne Plaza, 3000 S. Dirksen Pkwy.
Teen Advisory Group Oct 21, 4-5pm, Youth grades 6-12 celebrate Teen Read Week with snacks, door prizes and fused-bead craft. Third Wednesday of each month. Meets in Youth Services Department. For more info, phone 753-4900 ext. 212. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St.
Vigil for Peace Oct 17, 24, 12-1pm, Vigil for peace on Saturdays, all are welcome. Outside the Federal Building, Sixth and Monroe. For more info, call 544-3997. Downtown Springfield.
Zumba Mega Party Oct 24, 9pm-1am, Dress in 80’s costume and dance the night away. Appetizers, DJ, giveaways and costume contest. YMCA fundraiser. $20. Tickets at YMCA or El Mayas. For more info call 544-9846, x37. El Mayas Restaurant, 131 E. Jefferson.
POLITICS
Drinking Coffee Liberally Oct 17, 9am, First and third Saturday. Have coffee, breakfast and conversation with fellow progressives. For info visit [email protected] . Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St, 218 S Sixth St.
Edward Brynn Oct 19, 7:30pm, Ambassador Edward Brynn, Professor of History at the University of North Carolina, focuses his address, “Can a Transformed State Department Meet America’s Need for Diplomacy?” on the changes that have taken place in the Department of State since he entered it. Program is free and open to public. UIS Brookens Auditorium.
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Oct 26, 5-7pm, Yaakov Katz discusses the question of whether peace between Israel and the Palestinians is still attainable. Free. For more information, call 206-6245 or e-mail [email protected]. Brookens Auditorium, 1 University Plaza.
HISTORY
Bicentennial Programs Oct 15-18, Oct 15-18, Lincoln Colloquium: Lincoln and Nature. Advance registration and fees apply. Call 492-4241. Also: Oct 17, 2-2:45pm, Prelude to a Presidency. Oct 18 9:30- 11:30am, Living History Program Showcase and more. For info call 492-4150. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St.
Lincoln and the Environment Oct 15, 7-9pm, Dr. Mark Fiege presents a lecture on how Lincoln’s unique political thought, rhetoric and leadership were grounded in his experience of nature. Free. For more info, call 206-6245 or e-mail [email protected]. Brookens Auditorium, 1 University Plaza.
Old Settlers Day Oct 17, 12-4pm, 1840s house converted to tavern and tea room, parlor for discussion of period issues, and museum of period furnishings, Civil War era music, cooking and craft demonstrations and special period activities for children. Free admission. Seasonal food and beverages offered. historic UIS Strawbridge-Shepherd House, 5255 Shepherd Rd.
SPORTS & FITNESS
Jr. Blues Games Oct 16-17, 7pm, The Jr. Blues take on Topeka this weekend. $5-$8. Nelson Center Ice Arena, Lincoln Park, 1601 N. Fifth.
Ping Pong Tournament Oct 17, 9am juniors and 10am seniors, For info call 553-1913. Douglas United Methodist Church, 501 South Douglas Avenue.
Walk to Defeat ALS Oct 17, 10am, Registration begins at 9am or online at www.walktodefeatals.org. For more info call Viki at 428-7077. Washington Park.
