AUTOMOTIVE

Bald is beautiful... But bald tires are dangerous. The pros at Lauterbach Tire & Auto Service will help you find the right tires for your car or truck. Certified mechanical service. 1569 Wabash Ave, 546-2600.

BOOKS

Books on the Square We buy and sell good, clean, collectible books. Three full buildings. General inventory specializing in history. Monday-Saturday. 153 East Jackson, Virden. 965-5443

Mystery lovers paradise Sly Fox Bookstore carries thousands of mystery titles by authors you won’t find anywhere else. Plus children/young adult titles, Illinois and Lincoln. On the west side of the square, Virden. Special orders welcome. M-F, 10-5; Sat, 10-3 965-3641, [email protected]

BUSINESS SERVICES

Capital Area Independent Business Alliance - Join our nearly 100 members to encourage consumers to spend their money LOCAL FIRST. Details and membership info at www.IBuySpi.com

Steam Shine Seeing spots? Call 789-2589 to clean your carpets, upholstery, area rugs, tile & grout, mattresses and all floor surfaces. Odor treatment & stain protection. Color repair. Call www.steamshine.net

HEALTH/WELLNESS

In-home care Certified Nursing Assistant available to do in-home care from pediatric to elderly. Light cooking, cleaning, errands, etc. Good rate, dependable. Call 638-4433.

EDUCATION

Real help, without judgment A DUI Services is a licensed substance abuse treatment provider. Evaluations, risk education, counseling, evening - weekend classes.

Private, professional, prompt. 1305 Wabash, Ste E., 698-3900 www.aplusduiservices.com

GALLERIES

Martin Art Gallery & Studios Featuring one-of-a-kind modern/contemporary art including glass & metal, cabinet glass door knobs, vases, custom dishes, architectural pieces and more for home, office and gift giving. Visit the gallery Wed-Fri 11-6, Sat. 10-4 or by appointment. 1515 S. Fifth (between South Grand and Laurel). 217-652-2873 www.edmartinart.com

The Museum Store New works of fine craft and art by Illinois Artisans arriving daily. Pottery, jewelry, prints, fiber, wood, glass and all manners of inspired creations. Perfect for yourself or someone special. Gifts made in Illinois are perfect for any occasion. Illinois State Museum, Spring & Edwards, Springfield. 782.0979

Featured BIZ of the week

Got door problems?
Dave the Doorman has your solution. The pride and care Dave takes in his work translates to quality, professional service. Dave the Doorman is friendly, prompt, and knowledgeable-- he will tell you exactly what is wrong with your door and what steps he must take to fix it. Be sure to tell Dave if you have other remodeling work to be done; Dave does a great job on other repairs, too! Call 217-691-4678.

HOME SERVICES

Door problems? Call Dave the Doorman for door repairs, installation and professional, quality service. Over 1,000 doors installed. Yes, I can do other types of remodeling, too! Call Dave at 217-691-4678.

Hometown Painting & Restoration Book now and save! Interior, exterior. Residential and commercial. Carpentry & repairs. Prompt free quotes. Call Hometown Painting and Restoration at 217-620-9550.

Lawn and Garden Garden tilling and grass seeding, gutter cleaning, shrub and tree trimming, lawn mowing, brush removal, landscaping. Black dirt delivered. Brush weed lots, mowed down. Serving Springfield and surrounding areas. 741-1340.

NM Lawn Care We take pride in our customers and their lawns! Lawn mowing, shrub trimming, mulch installation, spring/fall clean up, and more. Residential/Commercial. Fully insured. Call Nick Merritt at 217-415-8104 for your free estimate.

Uninvited guests? Planning today will keep insects and rodents away this spring and summer. Call about a maintenance program for home or office. Emergency services available. Environmentally friendly. Adams Pest Control 544-2122.

Custom Upholstery Solutions Ash Street Upholstery can bring worn furniture back to life and custom build cornices and furniture just for you! From antiques and leather to custom cushions and pillows we do it all! Call 217-544-7701.

PERSONAL SERVICES

Wardrobe Refitting Roy’s Alterations and Custom Tailors. Professional tailoring and alterations for the entire family. Springfield’s oldest and finest, established in 1966 with 61 years combined experience. 2326 South MacArthur. Open 7:30 to 5:30 Monday- Friday, 9 to 2 on Saturdays. 217-789-4636.

RETAIL STORES

Abe’s Old Hat Antiques This is weird— an antiques store with real antiques dealers selling real antiques. How dare them! Also offering dried floral gifts and folk art. Downtown at 111 North Sixth Street. Tuesday - Saturday 11-5. 217.414.3320.

Fresh flowers for all occasions! Gala events, holidays, weddings, hospitals, or funerals. We deliver! Call Sachi Flowers and Gifts at 525-0558. Located at 7th and Adams in Downtown Springfield. Open M-F 9 to 5:30 and Sat 10 to 2. Sunday delivery available for funerals.

Fresh is best! Robert’s Seafood Market offers the largest variety of fresh seafood, guaranteed! Seafood, meats, fine desserts, breads, soups and wine for any occasion. 1615 W. Jefferson Street, 546-3089 www.robertsseafoodmarket.com

WEDDING SERVICES

DJ Nick Johnson 25% off. Free, no obligation consultations. Information at www.myspace.com/djnickjohnson733 or call 217-971-9120

Outdoor Wedding Specialists Plan your wedding in the gardens at Buena Vista Farms. Receptions in Euro peak tent or "barn" for 400 guests. Still time to plan May or June weddings. Call 217-243-3290, visit www.buenavistafarms.net

When is your big day? You’ll want to pick up a copy of the Illinois Times’ 2010 edition of Capital City Wedding, the special edition created just for you. Tips on budgeting, hiring a caterer, even how to tie a bow tie. Plus, a list of all local wedding reception venues and how to reach them. This beautiful publication is on newsstands now. You’ll love IT.

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