kicks off with free to public roundtable with former governors from four states at Old State Capitol. Friday and Saturday free and open to public conference activities at UIS. sppc2010.org. 206-6573. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.
History
Civil War Medical Encampment Jun 11-13, 9am-4pm, Practice of medicine during the Civil War. Free. (Education day Jun 11 for families. Pre-register 785-7960.), Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Birthday Ice Cream Social Jun 06, 1-3pm, Early 20th century celebration with refreshments. Entertainment in the garden. Free. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence, (217) 782-6776.
Korean War POWs Jun 03, 7pm, “The War’s First Year.” Power Point presentation led by oral historian, Dr. Mark R. DePue. Book signing by Carl Greenwood of Springfield, author of Once Upon a Lifetime, a memoir of his experiences as a U.S. Marine. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St.
Korean War POWs Jun 10, 7pm, “Brutal Captivity.” Power Point presentation led by oral historian, Dr. Mark R. DePue. Book signing by William Smith of Quincy, author of A Moment in Time: A Korean POW Survivor’s Story. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St.
New Salem - Realizing the Dream Jun 12-13, 9am-5pm, Demonstrations of the traditional trades, crafts and domestic skills of the 19th century. New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg.
Lectures & Meetings
AWC Meeting Jun 09, 5-7pm, Happy hour and social. $18, $15 members. RSVP by Jun 4, [email protected]. La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant, 2830 Adlai Stevenson Dr, 217-585-6767.
NAWBO Meeting Jun 16, 5:30-7:30pm, Installation of officers and recognition of corporate sponsors featured. $22- $30. Register by June 11. 725- 8500. Hilton Garden Inn, 3100 S. Dirksen Parkway.
Sports & Fitness
Beginners Doubles Horseshoe League Jun 10, 6:30pm, Come to pitch with family member or friend or alone and will be teamed up. Equipment furnished if needed. Coaching available. 502-0159. Lincoln Park, Fifth St and Sangamon Ave.
Illinois Walk for Children Jun 05, 10am-12:30pm, Prevent Child Abuse Illinois is planning a 1-mile walk for the the prevention of child abuse. Family Friendly Carnival. Special Guest Spiderman. Lincoln Park, Fifth St and Sangamon Ave, 522-1129.
LPGA State Farm Classic Jun 07-13, Springfield is proud to host the LPGA, with attendance of golf fans from around the world and the biggest names in the game of golf. For more info visit lpgastatefarmclassic.com. Panther Creek Country Club, 3001 Panther Creek Dr.
Springfield Long Nine Game Jun 12, 1pm, Vintage baseball team takes on St. Louis Perfectos. Center Park, Lake Park.
Springfield Sliders Games Jun 05-06, 6:35pm Sat, 5:05pm Sun, Saturday home opener game, the Sliders take on Danville Dans. Fireworks on Sunday as they take on Terre Haute Rex. Robin Roberts Stadium, Lanphier Park, N. Grand Ave and Michigan Ave.
More events, more details at illinoistimes.com.
