Group holds dance auditions for its upcoming production of the classical ballet, Hansel and Gretel. Open to children ages 7- 17 who are enrolled in a dance class at any dance studio. For more info visit www.sypg.org or e-mail [email protected] or call 494-8059. Springfield Dance, 5531 International Parkway.
SVYS Auditions Jan 13-14, The Sangamon Valley Youth Symphony is holding auditions for three orchestra levels in strings, brass, woodwinds and percussion. $5 audition fee. For info visit www.svys.org or call 753-800 for audition time. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St.
Faith & Philosophy
A Course In Miracles Jan 13, 5:30-7pm Wednesdays, Book study & discussion group that offers tools to use on your path for inner peace. Love offering. For more info, contact Ron at 720-2614. Unity of Springfield, 417 Cordelia.
After 5 Christian Women’s Connection Jan 19, 6-8:30pm, Dinner/presentation “A Tale Without the Fairy” by inspirational speaker Diane Dassing. For more info call 528-4273. Northfield Inn Suites & Conference Center, 3280 Northfield Dr.
Ask Yourself This Afternoon Series Jan 07-13, 1:30pm, Wednesdays starting January 13. Discussion group facilitated by Cindy Luton focused on living your life effectively by asking the right questions using the book by Wendy Craig Purcell. For more info call 523-5897. Unity of Springfield, 417 Cordelia, 217-523-5897.
Ask Yourself This Evening Series Jan 12, 7pm, Every Tuesday through April 6. Based on the book by Wendy Craig Purcell, Leslie Bradshaw facilitates.The questions you ask yourself may be the most important move you make in your life. For more info call 523-5897. Unity of Springfield, 417 Cordelia, 217- 523-5897.
Divining the Body Jan 14-20, 7pm, Thursdays from Jan 14 through Apr 1. Taught by Pat Meeter based on the book by Jan Phillips. For more info call 523-5897. Unity of Springfield, 417 Cordelia, 217-523-5897.
The Artist’s Way Jan 13-20, 7pm, Wednesdays through March 31. Taught by Pat Meeter, this class nurtures the creative spirit in a group sharing atmosphere. Recommended by many. For more info call 523- 5897. Unity of Springfield, 417 Cordelia, 217-523-5897.
Sports & Fitness
Badminton League Jan 19, 9-11am, Springfield YMCA and Springfield Park District present three sessions of badminton play. Session 1 starts January 19 and runs through March 16. $30 members, 45 non-members. Registration can be done in person before Jan 19 or online at www.springfieldymca.org. For more info call 544- 9846, ext 31 or 753-0700. YMCA, 701 S. Fourth St.
Harlem Globetrotter Jan 10, 3-5pm, Basketball at its finest and funniest. $83- $21. All tickets include a facility fee. Tickets available at the PCCC Box Office, on-line at or charge by phone at 800-745- 3000. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza.
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