Lectures & Meetings
Great Lakes Regional Puppetry Conference Jul 29-31, Aug 01, President Abraham Lincoln Hotel & Conference Center, 701 E. Adams.
Bulletin Board
Backgammon Tournament Aug 04, 11, 6pm, Every Wed, first-time entry is free, thereafter $5. Capital Teletrack, 1766 Wabash Ave.
Bark For Life Aug 07, 9am-12pm, Noncompetitive walk event for dogs and owners to raise funds and awareness for fight against cancer. Stuart Park, Winch Lane (north of Jefferson), 523-4503.
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.
First Fridays Downtown Aug 06, 5-8pm, Features unique shopping, dining, arts and entertainment. 544-1723. Downtown Springfield.
Flag Lowering and Retreat Ceremony Aug 03, 10, 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.
Little League Night Aug 05, 4-8pm, Little league players are invited in their uniforms or t-shirts with parents and siblings to see the Play Ball exhibition and make a baseball card. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St, 523-2631.
Morgan Horse Demonstration Aug 07, 10am-4pm, Mississippi Valley Morgan Horse Club presents day-long exhibit and demonstrations at 10:30am, 1pm, and 3pm of uses of Morgan horses. New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 632- 4000.
PechaKucha Night Aug 05, 7:20pm, Nine local creative individuals make sixminute, 40 second presentations (20 slides, 20 seconds each) on variety of creative topics. Doors open 6:20 p.m. $5, tickets at door. 789-2377 ext.472. City Nights Theater, 3149 S. Dirksen Pkwy.
SSHS All Class Bash Aug 07, 5-9pm, Food and music. Springfield SSHS Alumni Committee hosts for students of classes 1968-2010. $15, $10 in advance. 679-1453 or [email protected]. Starship Billiards, 2301 Adlai Stevenson Dr.
Ursuline Academy Class of 1970 40th Reunion Jul 31, 1-5pm, Lake Press Club, 13 Club Area.
Vigil for Peace Jul 31, Aug 07, 12-1pm, Vigil for peace on Saturdays, all are welcome. Outside the Federal Building, Sixth and Monroe. For more info, call 544-3997.
Food
Illinois Products Farmers Market Jul 29, Aug 05, 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 Aug 04, 11, 3-7pm Wednesdays, Sponsored by Jacksonville Main Street. 245-6884. Old Viles lot, 100 block of W. Douglas, Jacksonville.
Old Capitol Farmers Market Jul 31, Aug 04, 07, 11, 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 between Fifth and Second. 544-1723. Downtown Springfield.
Taylorville Farmers Market Jul 31, Aug 07, 9am-1pm, Aug 28 lunch, country music, ag displays/booths. Sponsored by Taylorville Main Street. Taylorville square, Taylorville.
Virden Farmers Market Jul 30, Aug 06, 4-7pm, Every Friday through October, find produce, eggs, bakery items and more. Designer Landscapes, 1240 N. Springfield St, Virden.
Politics
Drinking Liberally Jul 29, Aug 05, 6:30pm, Every Thursday, informal political discussion and socializing with fellow progressives. [email protected]. Bar None, 245 S. Fifth St.
History
A Fair to Remember Exhibit Jul 29-30, Aug 02-06, 09-11, 9am-5pm Mon-Fri, View for free, artifacts from various fairs around the country. presidentlincoln.org, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 North Sixth St.
Abraham Lincoln: The Next Generation Jul 31, 2-2:45pm, Lincoln’s descendants, with a focus on the Lincolns’ oldest son, Robert Todd Lincoln. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St, 391-3221.
Civil War Trolley Tour Aug 04, 11, 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.
Funeral Re-enactment Aug 07, 1pm and 3pm, Living history program recreates one of the period funerals held in the Wright-designed home. Free. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence, (217) 782-6776.
Ghosts of the Library Exhibit Case Jul 29-31, Aug 01-11, Temporary display of Civil War related items and historic maps on exhibit every day. Paid admission to museum. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St.
Hall Of Fame Jockey John Rotz Aug 05, 5:30pm, Rotz talks about his career in thoroughbred horse racing, answers questions, meets with fans and will sign autographs. Temporary exhibit The Story of Harness Racing by Currier & Ives open for viewing after event for one hour. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 North Sixth St, 558-8934.
Living History Program Aug 04, 11, 5:30pm, Free public mansion and garden tours 5:30 p.m.; Lincoln Troubadours indoors 6 p.m.; President Lincoln; hot dogs and lemonade for purchase. Vingate Brass Band plays. Bring blankets or chairs. Illinois Executive Mansion, 410 E. Jackson .
Living History Program Jul 29, Aug 05, 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.
Polygamy vs. Popular Sovereignty: Issues from the 1860 Presidential Election Jul 30, 2-2:45pm, Learn how Lincoln’s views on lesser-known issues such as polygamy helped him win the Presidency. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St, 391-3221.
The Story Of Harness Racing By Currier & Ives Jul 29-30, Aug 02-06, 09-11, 9am-5pm, Framed original lithographs includes studies of great trotting horses, mid-19th century scenes and comedic adventures that convey a picturesque Americana prior to the advent and development of photography. On loan from The Harness Racing Museum & Hall of Fame. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St, 558-8934.
Auditions
Mature Mob Auditions Jul 29-31, Aug 01-11, 10am- 3pm, Singers, instrumentalists, backstage help needed for variety show, Oct. 28-31. 891-5565 or [email protected]. Springfield Senior Center, 701 W. Mason St.
Health
12-Step Rocovery Jul 29, Aug 05, 7-9pm, Thursdays, Christ-centered fellowship open to all who need to recover from compulsive and/or addictive behavior. 793-2800 for meeting location. Confidential.
Food Addicts Anonymous Jul 31, Aug 07, 9-10am, Saturdays, Tools of recovery, food plan and program. $1. 245- 7974. First Presbyterian Church of Jacksonville, 870 W. College Ave, Jacksonville.
GROW Mental Health Support Group Aug 03, 10, 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 Aug 03, 07, 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 Aug 03-04, 10-11, 4-6pm, Second & fourth Tue receive STD screening/HIV testing. First & third Wed, 1pm, HIV Support Group for men and women HIV positive. Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm, free HIV testing. 528-5253. Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence Ave.
Sex Addicts Anonymous Jul 29, Aug 02, 05, 09, For those seeking freedom from compulsive sexual behavior. Serious inquiries only. Provide first name only, and where to reach you to [email protected].
Faith & Philosophy
Ask Yourself This Sunday Series Aug 01, 10am, Kickoff for Sunday morning series with Rev. Leslie Bradshaw on Wendy Craig Purcell’s book for the first Sunday of each month. Unity of Springfield, 417 Cordelia, 217- 523-5897.
Lincoln Memorial Garden Through the Seasons Aug 01, 10:30am, Jim Matheis,
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