Mansion, 410 E. Jackson .
Living History Program Aug 19, 26, 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 19-20, 23-27, 30-31, 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
Rumors Auditions Aug 21, 10am, Four couples, early 30s to early 50s, male and female police officer and more. Rumors runs Oct 14-17. 245- 1402 or jaxtg.com. Sophie Leschin Theatre, 1201 S. Main St, Jacksonville.
Sangamon Valley Youth Symphony Auditions Aug 19, 3-9pm, Student musicians from elementary school through high school are invited to audition. Schedule an audition time, 753-8000. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St.
The Heidi Chronicles Aug 29-30, 7pm, Calling for cast and crew for October 22-24 and 28-30 production. More details at uis.edu/theatre. 206-8307. UIS Studio Theatre, UIS.
HEALTH
12-Step Recovery Aug 19, 26, 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. West Side Christian Church, 2850 Cider Mill Lane.
Food Addicts Anonymous Aug 21, 28, 9-10am, Saturdays, Tools of recovery, food plan and program. $1. 245-7974. First Presbyterian Church of Jacksonville, 870 W. College Ave, Jacksonville.
Free Health Screenings and Services Aug 24, 27-29, 11am-9pm, AARP/Walgreens Wellness Tour includes total cholesterol levels, blood pressure, bone density, glucose levels, waist circumference and body mass index screenings. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 1-866-484-TOUR (8687).
GROW Mental Health Support Group Aug 19, 26, 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 24, 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 Illinois Mental Health Support Group Aug 19, 26, 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.
STD Screening, HIV Testing, Support Group Aug 24-25, Sep 01, 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 For those seeking freedom from compulsive sexual behavior. Serious inquiries only. Provide first name only, and where to reach you to [email protected].
St. John’s Hospital Support Groups Aug 19-31, Sep 01, 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.
FAITH & PHILOSOPHY
Christian Apologetics 101 Aug 22, 29, 5pm, First Chrisitan Church, 700 S. Sixth St.
Ice Cream Social Aug 22, 4:30-7pm, New Salem United Methodist Church, 6858 Old Jacksonville Road, New Berlin, 217-787-4147.
Our Priniciples and Values Bring Us Together Aug 22, 10:30am, Carol Floyd will provide some UU history. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd, 585-9550.
What is Freakonomics? Aug 23, 7pm, Presentation and discussion on the book Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything, written by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd, 585-9550.
SPORTS & FITNESS
Abe’s Amble Aug 22, 7:30am, Annual 10K run and 2k walk/run. [email protected]. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Bike and Hike Days Aug 22, 29, 8am-5pm Sundays through Sept,, Springfield Park District hosts biking, hiking, walking and running within park. 544-1751. Washington Park, South Grand and MacArthur.
Pickup Ultimate Game Aug 19, 22, 26, 29, 1:30pm Sun, 5:30pm Thu, Bring a white and dark shirt for making teams. Thursdays until time change. Sundays through end of November. Grant Middle School, 1800 W. Monroe St, (217) 408- 0091.
Sangamon Table Tennis Club (Ping Pong) Aug 19, 24-26, 31, Sep 01, 6- 10pm, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Level of play ranges from beginner to advanced, ages 12-77. Lessons available. 553-1913. Douglas United Methodist Church, 501 S. Douglas Avenue.
Springfield Celts Rugby Aug 28, 1-2:30pm, Local team vs St. Louis Rowdies. celtsrugby.com. Kennedy Park, 3101 J David Jones Parkway.
Springfield Long Nine Game Aug 28, 1pm, Vintage baseball team takes on St. Charles Cyclones. Center Park, Lake Park.
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