Solar Day Jul 24, 10am-1pm, Learn about new solar energy system from Haenig Electric and the club’s recycling efforts, tours, info on energy saving lighting and more. Bike giveaway and refreshments. FitClub South, 3631 S. Sixth St, 217-787-8348.

LECTURES & MEETINGS

Homeownership and Financial Workshop Jul 24, 11am-3pm, FREE hosted by CLA. Learn the ins and outs of homeownership by local real estate and financial professionals. Registration required. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St, 717- 9386.

Neighborhood Meeting Jul 22, 7-8:30pm, Michelle Higginbotham, VP Enos Park Neighborhood Association, guest speaker. Neighborhood police officers to attend. All welcome. Douglas United Methodist Church, 501 S. Douglas Avenue, 787- 6823. Victoria’s Other Secrets Jul 28, 11:30am-1:30pm, Luncheon with Historic Clothing Designer Kathy Dowd. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 North Sixth St, 217-558-8934.

BULLETIN BOARD

APL Pet Adoptions Jul 24, 11am-2pm, Dogs and cats for adoption. Also, dogs at Gizzy Lu and cats Petsmart. Ace Hardware, 1600 Wabash Ave, 217-787-5100.

Access 4 Producers Group Jul 24, 8pm-3am, Comedy, art, runway show, music plus raffles and live action painting. No cover. Donations accepted. 691-1301. Broadway Nites, 210 Broadway St.

Backgammon Tournament Jul 28, Aug 04, 6pm, Every Wed, first-time entry is free, thereafter $5. Capital Teletrack, 1766 Wabash Ave.

Calling Artists and Crafters Registration deadline September 1 for 1st Annual Fall Craft Festival to be held Oct. 9. Our Savior’s Lutheran School, 2645 Old Jacksonville Rd, 341-5692.

Flag Lowering and Retreat Ceremony Jul 27, Aug 03, 6:30-7:30pm, Every Tuesday this summer, free and open to public colorful ceremony performed by men dressed as Civil War era soldiers. A cappella group, Lincoln Troubadours, sing before ceremony at 7 p.m. Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site, 1500 Monument Ave.

Hate Crime Rally Ju 26, 4:45pm, Join others to promote the ideal of a diverse and pluralistic community. Sponsored by Coalition to Promote Human Dignity and Diversity. Howarth Plaza, Seven and Monroe (Municipal Building fountain area). [email protected].

Homeschool Activity Fair Jul 27, 5-7:30pm, Springfield Area Homeschool support groups, educational and extra-curricular activities for homeschool students and families. Carnegie Room. 525-0630, [email protected]. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St.

Jazz in Bloom Cocktail Party Jul 24, 6-9pm, Jazz in Bloom, Cocktail Party and Silent Auction. Music by Charm the Band with Ada Lou. Reservations and admission required. 217-788- 9452. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence.

Ken Norton Birthday Bash Jul 23, 6pm, Social hour, celebrity appearances, dinner and live auction. Advance reservations required. $100, proceeds benefit Pathway Services. 602-0219. Hamilton’s, 110 North East St, Jacksonville.

Ken Norton Birthday Bash Collectors Show Jul 24, 10am-4pm, Entertainers from Ken Norton Birthday Bash will be at collectors show selling memorabilia, books, autographs and more. $10. 602- 0219. Knights of Columbus Hall, 320 East State, Jacksonville.

Microchip Clinic and Dog Wash Jul 24, 10am-1pm, $12, $10, $8. $20 for implant. Pre-register for chip at [email protected]. Car Wash City, 3316 Robbins Rd.

RSVP Volunteer Recruitment Fair Jul 22, 9:30-11:30am, Many associations on-hand that you can find out about, talk with and sign up to help. RSVP 528-4035. Springfield Senior Center, 701 W. Mason St.

River Country Quilt Show Jul 23, 10am-5pm, Great quilts on display, raffle quilt, demonstrations, door prizes, vendors, lunch available and more. Special guests: Millie Sorrells and Hallye Bone. $5. Jacksonville High School, Jacksonville.

Summer Coin Show Jul 25, 9am-4pm, Central Illinois Numismatic Association’s show with 70 dealer tables. $1, children under 16 free. 793-2178. Northfield Inn Suites & Conference Center, 3280 Northfield Dr.

Vigil for Peace Jul 24, 12-1pm, Vigil for peace on Saturdays, all are welcome. Outside the Federal Building, Sixth and Monroe. For more info, call 544-3997.

Youth Night Jul 23, 6-9pm, Second and fourth Friday of each month open mic, table games and a variety of other fun stuff. Holy Ground Coffeehouse, 304 W. Allen, (217) 306-2592.

FOOD

Illinois Products Farmers Market Jul 22, 29, 4-7pm, Every Thursday, Fresh local food and entertainment. Commodity Pavilion. 785-4873. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.

Jacksonville Farmers Market on the Square Jul 28, Aug 04, 3-7pm Wednesdays, Sponsored by Jacksonville Main Street. 245- 6884. Old Viles lot, 100 block of W. Douglas, Jacksonville.

Old Capitol Farmers Market Jul 24, 28, 31, Aug 04, 8am- 12:30pm, May 19-Oct 30 every Wed and Sat, Features fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, plants, flowers and bakery items. Chef demonstrations, artisan area and live entertainment on Saturdays. Adams St. 544-1723. Downtown Springfield.

Taylorville Farmers Market Jul 24, 9am-1pm, Jul 24 Dixieland music and food; Aug 28 lunch, country music, ag displays/booths. Sponsored by Taylorville Main Street. Taylorville square, Taylorville.

Virden Farmers Market Jul 23, 30, 4-7pm, Every Friday through October, find produce, eggs, bakery items and more. Designer Landscapes, 1240 N. Springfield St, Virden.

HISTORY

Civil War Trolley Tour Jul 28, Aug 04, 2:30pm, Travel to and from Camp Butler National Cemetery and learn about the civil war from Tenth Illinois Volunteer Cavalry Unit who serve as narrators. Sign up at Tinsley Dry Goods Store. $5. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.

Free Genealogy Seminars Jul 26, 6-8pm, DAR sponsors this three-part series to help you search your family tree. First two workshops at Springfield’s public library, last workshop at Presidential Library. 585-9161. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St.

Living History Program Jul 28, 5:30pm, Free public mansion and garden tours 5:30 p.m.; Lincoln Troubadours indoor at 6 p.m.; President Lincoln; hot dogs and lemonade for purchase. Springfield Municipal Band. Bring blankets or chairs. Illinois Executive Mansion, 410 E. Jackson .

Living History Program Jul 22, 29, 5:30-7pm, Cold Stone Creamery ice cream for purchase in back yard. Meet Mr. and Mrs. Lincoln as they visit Anne Smith. Lincoln Troubadours perform at 6 p.m. Home tours. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St.

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