| | | Display: News - Images - Sections What’s new at IllinoisTimesHonorable ancestorsThomas Schwartz has been the Illinois State Historian since 1993. Asked how he got into the racket in a 2008 interview, Mr. Schwartz recalled that he grew up surrounded by an extended family whose members like to get together, eat, drink and tell stories.  A letter to a young workerSorry to rain on popular culture’s positive-thinking parade, but reality is composed of facts. Our wealthiest 1 percent already receives about 24 percent of our country’s annual income, but they asked for and received another $700 billion in tax cuts. The Kochs are coming!For more than three decades, Charles and David Koch have been quietly funneling tens of millions of dollars from their industrial fortune into the Cato Institute, Federalist Society, Heritage Foundation, Americans for Prosperity, FreedomWorks and... LETTERSJust like during the days of no flights immediately after 9/11, Amtrak has proven to be an invaluable resource of relief for thousands of traveling Americans during times of trouble. This is why rail expansion is important, among other reasons. Steven Black Springfield. northfifthstreet poem #16worst blizzard in years on tuesday that evening the school parking lot next door got plowed I thought prematurely left a mountain of snow between me and the curb then at eleven o’clock I heard laughter thought what are kids doing out in this weather... A letter to a young workerStart small if you like – join with nine friends in your town or city and begin to hammer the opinion pages of the local newspaper with factual accounts of the bleak picture from your perspective. Quinn makes shameful cuts to child careAccording to a participant in the meeting, Secretary Saddler said the state could freeze intake of new clients, “dramatically” increase parental co-pays, cut rates to providers and eliminate child care for parents who are in school or employment-related training. COLD CASE: ILLINOISSkip the crime investigation shows on TV this week and come out for the real thing. Springfield’s FBI Citizen’s Academy Alumni Association promises an evening of mystery with former cold case investigator Paul Echols on Feb. 15. Parking warOn Jan. 25, the council considered a measure to double Springfield’s fine for overtime parking, and although the proposal was tabled for more discussion, proponents say they will continue to push for its passage. Planning a one-stop shop for health insuranceFlash forward to the future: The year is 2014, and Illinois residents are buying their health insurance in a new way. Instead of fumbling with numerous complex health insurance plans, they have the option of buying preapproved, comprehensive plans through a state-administered website. Big Brothers and Sisters wantedWapniarski is the enrollment specialist for mentors who are called Big Brothers and Big Sisters, and who volunteer their lunch hour to spend quality time with a child. The regional nonprofit office serves Sangamon, Christian, Logan, Macoupin and Montgomery Counties. All but marriedAs Susan Frain and Susan Faupel sit next to each other discussing civil unions, civil rights and the basic notions of partnership and commitment, they laugh, they listen and they remember the other’s part in past dialogues played out over the course of their 23-year relationship. All but married“We’re making available civil unions to gay and heterosexual couples, which we think is great,” says John Knight, director of American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois’ Lesbian and Gay Rights/AIDS Project. “But only different-sex couples are given access to the more esteemed recognition, the relationship of marriage. All but marriedTadlock has since remarried. She and her partner, Kae Helstrom, both of Springfield, traveled to Iowa last June to take advantage of that state’s same-sex marriage law. Now, how about equal rights for singles?Illinois’ civil union law undeniably brings a greater sense of equality between same-sex couples and married couples. That’s a good thing – love is love, and if married couples get hundreds of benefits and protections, same-sex couples should have that opportunity too. A rich season for local theaterPhil Funkenbusch is director of the Shows Division for the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, a position he has held since the museum’s opening in 2005. He can be reached at phildeanf@yahoo.com. Revisiting winter 1979Sounds like you had some nasty weather back in Illinois last week. Here in New York City, that particular weather system wasn’t bad, although further north, New England was inundated again. Boston has been particularly hard-hit. Sanctum cave is not as deep as it should beAs produced by James Cameron, this fact-based film is a showcase for the 3-D format and it’s utilized better here than in most movies. It plays an integral part in driving home how spectacular the film’s locale is as well as how terrifying the character’s predicament becomes. Lincoln and loveI’m not really sure why, but let’s say the nearness of the dates drew me to attempt to vaguely tie the holidays of Abraham Lincoln’s birthday and St. Valentine’s Day together. Our first connection concerns what’s commonly known as the Lincoln Love Couch in historic Edwards Place, home of the Springfield Art Association. PUB CRAWLDates, times and locations are subject to change, so we suggest calling before attending an event.. THE CALENDARDates, times and locations are subject to last-minute changes, so we suggest calling before attending the event.. Chicano cultureThough March 23, view a series of large silk-screen prints by artist and writer Carlos Francisco Jackson, assistant professor of Chicana/Chicano Studies at the University of California at Davis, and director of Taller Arte del Nuevo Amanecer, a community art center in Woodland, Calif. Modern Language Play Festival5:30pm Mon-Sat, Featuring artist Laura Reyman’s useful objects, from hand knit sweaters and caps to quirky felted fish. The Blue Door Gallery, 214 South 6th St, 217-753-0262. February Gallery Hours. THE CALENDARand won numerous awards. Anne Lloyd Gallery of the Madden Arts Center, 125 N. Water, Decatur. Photography Contest. THEATEREver wonder what stories and thoughts run through the actors’ heads as you watch them on stage at the Hoogland? Just this curiosity ignited playwright Ken Bradbury to explore and capture the stories, memories, thoughts and desires of central Illinois’ acting community. ENVIRONMENTStealing Away: Ingenuity and Strategy in the Paths from Slavery to Freedom. PERFORMANCE |Your family doesn’t need to be horse lovers to love the prancing, dancing, marching, leaps and maneuvers of the Lipizzans – a rare and unique breed of horse – made even more famous by the Walt Disney movie The Miracle of the White Stallions.. THE CALENDARmapped onto their own visage. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd.. POLITICSLincoln’s Farewell Address National-Simultaneous Reading. PUBLICNOTICESIN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT SANGAMON COUNTY, SPRINGFIELD, ILLI- NOIS ESTATE OF: WANDA M. LOWE, Deceased. No.: 2010-P-663 DEATH NOTICE AND CLAIM NOTICE - *INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR Notice is given of the death of Wanda M. Lowe. The following described real estate,...THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE 10-033058 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDI- CIAL CIRCUIT SANGAMON COUNTY, SPRINGFIELD, ILLI- NOIS REGIONS BANK D/B/A REGIONS MORT- GAGE, PLAINTIFF, -vs- CAMALA A. NEWSQUIRKSWilliam Pace said Johnnie Butts approached him at a grocery store in Randolph, Mass., and offered to sell him a bracelet and chain stamped as 14-karat gold for $100. Pace immediately recognized the gold was fake by its look and feel because he owns a jewelry store. AMY ALKONMy girlfriend and I are planning to get married this year. Her finances are in perfect order (she’s frugal, with no debts, while I owe $8K on credit cards), so we agreed that she’d manage our money after marriage. But recently, something happened that has me worried. Loading writers... Loading ads... Loading comments... THE CALENDAR THE CALENDAR continued from page 25 Photography Contest Amateur photography contest sponsored by Washington Park Botanical Garden and PSC Digital. Deadline April 18, 4 p.m. 753-6228. Washington Park Botanical Garden, 1740 W. Fayette Ave.
Ten 5 Art Gallery Opening Exhibition Feb 10-12, 15-19, 22-23, 4- 8pm Tue-Sat, Through March 8, inaugural exhibition featuring the art of professional and local artists in a variety of media. Ten 5 Art Gallery, 105 E. Chestnut, Mason City.
The Urge to Embellish Exhibition Feb 10-23, 8:30am-5pm Mon- Sat, 12-5pm Sun, Eclectic array of new acquisitions and rarelyseen works from museum’s collections made predominantly by non-professional artists. Free. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-7386. FILM & TELEVISION Film Series: Mademoiselle Chambon Feb 13, 1pm and 4pm, Feb 15, 7pm, Parkway Pointe Cinema, 3025 Lindbergh Boulevard, 523-2631. Never Lose Sight of Freedom Feb 11, 3pm, Springfield IL African-American History Foundation showing and discussion of National Park Service short film interpreting 1965 voting rights movement through eyes and impressions of those who lived the experience. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St, 217-391-3221.
Sensory Friendly Films Feb 12, 10am, Gnomeo & Juliet for families affected by autism and other disabilities and sensory issues. $5. AMC Showplace Springfield 12, 3141 Mercantile Dr. The Lord Is Not On Trial Here Today Feb 16, 7pm, Documentary about central Illinois trial that changed relationship between religion and public schools in US. Springfield ACLU hosts this Liberty Brew & View with Writer/Director Jay Rosenstein as special guest speaker after film. Capital City Bar & Grill, 3149 S. Dirksen Pkwy, 529-8580. CHILDREN’S CORNER
Celebrate Cultural Diversity Feb 12, 11am-3pm, Free family event of Illinois’ cultural diversity with hands-on crafts, international displays, live performances and more. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-5993. Create-A-Card Week Feb 12-19, Spend a few minutes to create a card for hospitalized children. (Open 9am-8pm Mon- Thu, 9am-6pm Fri-Sat, 1-6pm Sun.), Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave, Jacksonville, 217-243-5435.
Lap Sit Feb 11, 10:15am, Join Miss Ann for some fun and friends as the group discusses writing, and everyone tries to write a valentine!, Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave, Jacksonville, 217-243-5435.
Storytime Feb 16, 23, 11am, Join in every Wednesday for a fun filled storytime and craft for ages pre-k to 1st grade. Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 3111 S. Veteran’s Pkwy, 217-546-9440.
Super Saturdays at the Museum Feb 12, 10am-4pm, “Music Around the World” in conjunction with “Celebrate Cultural Diversity!” family event. Free hands-on children’s activities for kids ages 4-8. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-6044.
Valentine’s Day Party Feb 14, 3:30pm, Games, crafts and fun for ages two and up. Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave, Jacksonville, 217-243-5435. NATURE
Community Garden Meeting Feb 22, 5pm, If you lack the space for a garden, you can raise crops here for a nominal fee. 785-4873. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 782- 8886.
Maple Syrup Time Feb 19-20, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm, Public syrup-making demonstrations four weekends in Feb. and March. Dress warm. Begins with brief orientation in Nature Center. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr. |
