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Have coffee, breakfast and conversation with fellow progressives. For info visit [email protected]. Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St.
Drinking Liberally Nov 26, Dec 03, 6:30pm Thursdays , Informal political discussion and socializing with fellow progressives. For info visit [email protected]. Brewhaus, 617 E. Washington St.
HISTORY
Illinois Stories Nov 26-30, Dec 01-10, 9am-5pm, A series of temporary exhibits exploring the complex history of Illinois. Museum admission. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St.
Owners of Lincoln Home After the Assassination Nov 29, 2pm, Discover how the house on the corner of Eighth and Jackson Streets went from Mr. Lincoln’s home to a National Park site. Program will be held in Visitor Center Theater 1. For more info call 492-4150. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St.
The Black Widow Nov 28, 2pm, The Black Widow: Mary Lincoln. Learn about Mary Todd Lincoln’s life after her husband’s assassination. Program will be held in Visitor Center Theater 1. For more info call 492-4150. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St.
HEALTH
ALS Support Group Dec 01, 6-7:30pm, Tuesdays, For patients with ALS and their caregivers. For more info, contact Joy Meachum at (888) 873-8539 x 9. Springfield Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West.
Alcoholics Anonymous Nov 26-30, Dec 01-10, Meetings daily. Various times. 24 hour answering service (217)525-5795, or toll free 1-866- 525-5795. Various locations.
Asperger Support Group Dec 03, 7pm, Asperger Syndrome Support and Awareness of Central Illinois meeting with Dr. Karen Kirkendall. J Building, Rm 153. University of Illinois at Springfield.
Depression & Bipolar Support Group Dec 08, 6:30-8:30pm, The Central IL Chapter of DBSA offers a free peer-led support group for those affected by depression or bipolar disorder (including family & friends). Not sponsored by SIU Med. School. For more info, contact Rebecca at 414-7368. SIU School of Medicine Library, 801 N. Rutledge.
Food Addicts Anonymous Nov 28, Dec 5, 9-10am, Saturdays, Tools of recovery, food plan, and program. $1 donation accepted. For more information, call 245-7974. First Presbyterian Church of Jacksonville, 870 W. College Ave, Jacksonville.
Free Women Self Defense Classes Dec 01, 6:15-7:30pm, Springfield Goju Ryu Karate Club offers free women self defense classes each Tuesday. For more info, call 891-6242. First Church of the Nazarene, 5200 S. Sixth St.
GROW Mental Health Support Group Nov 26, Dec 03, 7:15-9:15pm, Free 12step program for anyone experiencing mental health issues, emotional problems, addictions or difficulties coping. Anonymous, confidential, open to all. For more info, call 622-7953. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 South Grand Ave W.
GROW in IL Mental Health Support Group Nov 30, Dec 7, 5:30pm, First United Pentecostal Church, 600 W. Mason, 217-622-7953.
GROW in Illinois Mental Health Support Group Nov 26, Dec 03, 4-6pm, Free weekly 12-step program for anyone experiencing mental health issues, emotional problems, addictions or difficulties coping. Anonymous, confidential, open to all. For more info, call 622-7953. People’s Church, 1109 E. Ash St.
HIV Anonymous Dec 01, 6:30pm Tue, 2:30pm Sat, Free 12-step support group for people living with HIV and AIDS. Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence Ave.
HIV Free Testing & Counseling Dec 3, 10am-12pm, Linkage to free health services providing medication though ADAP. For more info, call 557- 0045. Lee Resource Center, 501 S. Thirteen St.
Prairie Heart Classes Nov 26-27, 30, Dec 01-04, 07-10, Various, 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 Nov 26, 30, Dec 03, 07, Inquire about times, For those seeking freedom from compulsive sexual behavior. Twelve-step meetings. Serious inquiries only. Provide first name only, and where to reach you to [email protected]. Various locations.
St. John’s Hospital Support Groups Nov 26-30, Dec 01-10, Free: New mothers support group, grief support group, blood pressure screenings, sibling class, survivors of suicide, baby care basics and more. Call 544-5483 or 544-6464, ext 44308. St. John’s Hospital, 800 E. Carpenter St.
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. For info 523-3969. St. John AME Church VBS, 1529 E. Capitol Ave.
FAITH & PHILOSOPHY
A Course In Miracles Dec 02, 5:30-7pm Wednesdays, Book
