Multimedia experience by local Josh Hesterof of Mathare Valley, Kenya’s oldest slum. For more info call 522-8977. Robert Morris Gallery, 607 E. Adams.
Worlds Apart: The Art of Don Gruber Feb 04-16, Exhibit of area artist and art educator, Don Gruber. Life, love, death, fear and loathing are represented by two mythological villages, their colorful characters and even their pets. Opening reception, free to public, held Friday, Feb. 5, 5- 7:30 pm. Gruber speaks about his work at 6 pm. Anne Lloyd Gallery of the Madden Arts Center, 125 N. Water, Decatur.
Film & Television
19th Annual SAA Film Festival Feb 14 and 16, 1pm and 4pm Sun, 7pm Tue, Springfield Art Association in cooperation with Kerasotes Showplace Theaters presents “Revanche,” a neo-noir thriller that superbly weaves a suspenseful tale of guilt, revenge, faith adn redemption. Mature audiences only. $7. Passes $35 for 6 films (7th free) by mail or in person at SAA, or at door. For more info call 523- 2631. Parkway Pointe Cinema, 3025 Lindbergh Boulevard.
Brother Outsider: the Life of Bayard Rustin Feb 16, 7pm, Liberty Brew and View showing. Winner of more than 25 awards and honors, Brother Outsider, illuminates the life and work of Bayard Rustin, who has been described as “the unknown hero” of the civil rights movement. Capital City Bar & Grill, 3149 S. Dirksen Pkwy.
Call for Film Entries Accepting films of all lengths and subjects for Route 66 International Film Festival held Sept. 17-19. Trophies awarded. Enter by March 15 for lowest fees. For more info visit route66filmfestival.net.
In the Heat of the Night Feb 10, 2pm, Free viewing. 1967 tense whodunit detectivestory thriller set in the small town of Sparta, Mississippi featuring an innovative score by Quincy Jones. Based on the novel by John Ball. For more info visit www.chatham.lib.il.us. Chatham Area Public Library, 600 E. Spruce, Chatham.
The Lebowski Experience Feb 06, 2pm, A celebration of all things Dude. Your ticket includes a movie viewing, trivia, unlimited bowling, shoe rental, live music, costume contest, drink specials and more. For more visit thelebowskiexperience.com. Strike N Spare West, 2660 West Lawrence Ave.
Children’s Corner
Ball-Chatham Kindergarten Registration Feb 3-4, 6:30am-7:30pm, Two days at both Chatham and Ball Elementary Schools register your child, 5 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2010. Bring copies of physical/immunization record, certified birth certificate and proof of residency. For more info call 483-2411 ext 501 or 483- 2414 ext 313. Chatham Elementary School, Chatham.
Children’s Reading Program with Abraham Lincoln Feb 12, 10am, Two storytelling programs with Abraham Lincoln portrayed by Fritz Klein. First at 10am at Old State Capitol. Then at 1pm at the Lincoln Home, 426 S. Seventh St. For more info call 391-3221 or 785-9363. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plz.
Super Saturdays at the Museum Feb 13, 10am-4pm, In “Ice Age Olympics” learn about Ice Age animals and their olympic-sized feats with activities, games and more. Recommended for kids ages 4-8. Activities are ongoing and feature take-home crafts. For more info call 782-6044. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St.
Science
Evening Science Series Lecture Feb 10, 7-8:30pm, Dr. Jonathan Reyman, Illinois State Museum, presents North to Alaska: Rarely Seen Ethnographic and Archaeological Objects from the ISM Anthropology Collections. Free and open to the public. For more info call 782-7386. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St.
Technology Day 2010 Feb 10, 11:30am-4pm, Showcase of innovative ways that faculty, staff and students are using technology in education. Kyle Bowen, director of informatics at Purdue University, keynote speaker. For more info call 206-7755 or e-mail [email protected]. UIS Public Affairs Center (PAC).
Nature
Great Backyard Bird Count Feb 13, 9am-2pm, Help count the birds on the feeders outside the windows of Jochens Hall at the Illinois Audubon Society’s State Headquarters at Adams Wildlife Sanctuary. No bird ID experience necessary. For more info e-mail Jo Skoglund at [email protected] or call 544-5473. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 Clear Lake Ave.
Maple Syrup Time Volunteer Naturalists Needed Feb 11, 9am-12pm. Share nature with students. Freshen up your maple sugaring skills, take a winter trail walk and learn how to identify trees by buds and bark. RSVP to Jim or Betsy at 529-1111. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr.
Environment
Composting Symposium: Backyard, Business and Beyond Feb 08, 12:30-6:30pm, Learn from national and local experts how to compost organic materials. (Workshop 4:30-6:30pm $15-$25.) Register at Illinois Stewardship Alliance Web site by Feb. 1 or at door. $20-$25. Symposium and workshop $35- $50. For more info call 528- 1563 or e-mail [email protected]. University of Illinois Extension Sangamon-Menard Unit, 2501 N. Eighth St, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Bldg #30.
Bulletin Board
233rd FRG Trivia Night Feb 06, 7pm, Supporting 233rd Family Readiness Group. $10 each, 6-10 people per table, 50/50 drawing. Reserve table today, call JoAnne at 971-4307 or 478-3701. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Rd.
APL Pet Adoptions Feb 06, 11am-2pm, Dogs at Ace Hardware; dogs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and cats until 4 p.m. at PetSmart. For info call 544- 7387. Petsmart, 3183 S. Veterans Pkwy.
AWC Meeting Feb 10, 12-1pm, Integrating your web site into your traditional marketing. $18, $15 students, members. RSVP by Feb 5 to [email protected]. Sangamo Club, 227 E. Adams St.
Association Of Information Technology Professionals Feb 16, 5:30-8pm, EIU Student Chapter Update. For more info call 628-3697. Lakepointe Grill, 1386 Toronto Rd.
Black History Month Event Feb 08, 5:30pm, Sonja Boone, M.D. is the keynote speaker. Dr. Boone is the director of physican health and health care for the American Medical Association. For more info call Wesley McNeese, M.D. Diversity/MinorityAffairs, at 545- 7334. SIU School of Medicine, 801 N. Rutledge.
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