through October, find produce, eggs, bakery items and more. Designer Landscapes, 1240 N. Springfield St, Virden.
POLITICS
Drinking Coffee Liberally Aug 07, 9am , First and third Saturday. Have coffee, breakfast and conversation with fellow progressives. [email protected] . Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St.
Drinking Liberally Aug 05, 12, 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 Aug 05-06, 09-13, 16-18, 9am- 5pm Mon-Fri, View for free, artifacts from various fairs around the country. presidentlincoln.org, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 North Sixth St.
Civil War Trolley Tour Aug 11, 18, 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.
Ellsworth Triumphant Aug 14, 1:30pm, Doug Dammann, curator and site coordinator of the Civil War Museum of Kenosha, Wisconsin will tell the story of the 1860 US tour by the Zouave Cadets of Chicago. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-785- 9363.
Free Days at Lincoln Home Aug 14-15, Tours of the home are always free to the public, the $2/hour parking fee will be waived. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St.
Funeral Re-enactment Aug 07-08, 10am, 1pm, 3pm, Living history program recreates one of the period funerals held in the Wrightdesigned home. Dana-Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence.
Ghosts of the Library Exhibit Case Aug 05-18, 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 11, 18, 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. 33rd IL Volunteer Regiment Bank on August 11. Bring blankets or chairs. Illinois Executive Mansion, 410 E. Jackson.
Living History Program Aug 05, 12, 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.
The Story Of Harness Racing By Currier & Ives Aug 05-06, 09-13, 16-18, 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.
HEALTH
12-Step Recovery Aug 05, 12, 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.
Coal Miner’s Clinic Aug 06, 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 Aug 07, 14, 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 05, 12, 7:15-9:15pm, Free 12-step for those with mental health issues, emotional problems, addictions or difficulties coping. Anonymous, confidential. 622-7953. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 South Grand Ave W.
GROW Mental Health Support Group Aug 10, 17, 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.
GROW in IL Mental Health Support Group Aug 10, 17, 5:45pm, 12-step meetings on Tuesdays for anyone with mental health issues, emotional problems, addictions or difficulties coping. Anonymous, confidential. First United Pentecostal Church, 600 W. Mason, 622-7953.
GROW in Illinois Mental Health Support Group Aug 05, 12, 4-6pm, Free weekly 12-step for those with mental health issues, emotional problems, addictions or difficulties coping. Anonymous, confidential. 622-7953. People’s Church, 1109 E. Ash St.
HIV Anonymous Aug 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.
Myasthenia Gravis Support Group Meeting Aug 15, 1-3pm, Third Sunday each month. 630/835-0153. Radio Station WLUJ, lower level w. side entrance, 600 W. Mason St.
STD Screening, HIV Testing, Support Group Aug 10-11, 17-18, 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 Aug 05, 09, 12, 16, For those seeking freedom from compulsive sexual behavior. Serious inquiries only. Provide first name
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