HEALTH
GROW in IL Mental Health Support Group Jan 11, 18, 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.
FAITH & PHILOSOPHY
A Time to Govern Jan 09, 10:30am, Mike Lawrence, former director of Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, gives insight on why “Illinois’ leaders need to stop playing political games - or our state will continue its drift toward mediocrity.” Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd, 585-9550.
SPORTS & FITNESS
Free Skating Clinic Jan 08, 9:45am-1:30pm, Springfield Figure Skating Club hosts free clinic including 30minute skating lesson from professional skating coaches, demonstration and exhibition from skaters of various levels, refreshments, games, prizes, and free public skate for participants all part of U.S. Figure Skating’s “National Skating Month.” Nelson Center Ice Arena, Lincoln Park, 1601 N. Fifth St, 553- 7708.
Harlem Globetrotters Jan 06, 7pm, 4 Times the Fun World Tour marks the 85th season of this fun, wholesome family entertainment. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 800- 745-3000.
K of C #4179 Free Throw Championship Jan 08, 10:30am-12:30pm, Open to all boys and girls in the community, ages 10 - 14. Proof of age required. 899-7157. Glenwood High School, 1501 Plummer Boulevard, Chatham.
Midwest Speed Expo Jan 08-09, Awarding the Midwest Speed Driver of the Year Jan. 9 at approximately 1:30 p.m. Orr Building. 522- 1955. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Racing Go-Kart Show and Swap Meet Jan 09, 10am-3pm, See many new and used racing go-karts and parts. 553-3613. midstatekartclub.com. Eagles Club, Springfield, 2700 E. Ash St, 544- 9849.
Sangamon Table Tennis Club (Ping Pong) Jan 06, 11-13, 18-19, 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.
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