and conversation with fellow progressives. [email protected] g. Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St.
Drinking Liberally Apr 01, 08, 6:30pm, Every Thursday, informal political discussion and socializing with fellow progressives. For info visit [email protected] g. Brewhaus, 617 E. Washington St.
Journalist Helen Thomas Apr 07, 7pm, Veteran White House correspondent Helen Thomas shares some of her rich perspective on the American presidency when she delivers a free public lecture. Illinois College Rammelkamp Chapel, 1101 W. College Ave, Jacksonville, 217-245-3048.
HEALTH
Alcoholics Anonymous Apr 01-14, Meetings daily. Various times. 24 hour answering service (217)525-5795, or toll free 1-866-525-5795. Various locations.
Coal Miner’s Clinic Apr 02, 8am-3:30pm, Open to central Illinoians who worked in coal mining professions or other occupational exposures to dust, fumes and chemicals. First Friday of month. Reservations (866) 252-9732. Capitol Community Health Center, 2239 E. Cook St.
Food Addicts Anonymous Apr 03, 10, 9-10am, Saturdays, Tools of recovery, food plan and program. $1 donation. For more info, call 245-7974. First Presbyterian Church of Jacksonville, 870 W. College Ave, Jacksonville.
Free H1N1 Vaccination Clinic Apr 01, 10am-12pm, Sangamon County Department of Public Health staff administers to persons with disabilities or chronic health issues, personal assistants, health care workers, or family members of a person with a disability, and senior citizens. Registration required, 523- 2587. Springfield Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West.
GROW Mental Health Support Group Apr 06, 13, 6:30pm, Free weekly 12-step for mental health issues, emotional problems, addictions or difficulties coping. Anonymous, confidential. 622- 7953. Sugar Creek United Methodist Church, 1022 New City Rd, Chatham.
HIV Anonymous Apr 03, 06, 6:30pm Tue, 2:30pm Sat, Free 12-step support group for people living with HIV and AIDS. Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence Ave.
STD Screening, HIV Testing & Support Group Apr 06-07, 13-14,Every second and fourth Tue, 4-6pm, Receive STD screening and HIV testing. Every first and third Wed, 1pm, HIV Support Group, open to both men and women who are HIV positive. 9am-3pm Mon-Fri, Free HIV testing. For more info, call 528-5253. Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence Ave.
Sex Addicts Anonymous Apr 01, 05, 08, 12, 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].
St. John’s Hospital Support Groups Apr 01-14, 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.
UIS Health Fair Apr 07, 11am-3pm, The community is invited to health fair, part of UIS Health Awareness Week, featuring vendors and testing including bone density, blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol screenings and more. 206-6676. UIS Public Affairs Center
FAITH & PHILOSOPHY
A Course In Miracles Apr 07, 5:30-7pm Wednesdays, Book study and discussion group that offers tools to use on your path for inner peace. Love offering. For more info call 523-5897. Unity of Springfield, 417 Cordelia.
Ask Yourself This Sunday Series Apr 04, 10am, Kickoff for
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