ENVIRONMENT
Illinois Composting Symposium Feb 14, 12:30-5pm, ‘Where Do I Fit In’ Learn composting organic materials from experts in the field. $25-30, students free. 786.2434. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 217-786-2200.
Sangamon Valley Group of the Sierra Club Feb 22, 6:30-8pm, CWLP’s Energy Services Office Smart Energy Forum and update from Springfield Cool Cities Advisory Council. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St, 753-4900.
LECTURES & MEETINGS
AAUW Branch Meeting Feb 17, 7pm, Prominent state legislative observers, Amanda Vinicky, Charlie Wheeler and Kent Redfield discuss elements of 2010 election, its results and issues. [email protected]. American Lung Association, 3000 Kelly Lane, 217-787-5864.
ABATE Chapter Meeting Feb 17, 7pm, Monthly Lincoln Land Chapter Meeting, third Thursday of every Month. All motorcycle enthusiasts welcome. Northender’s VFW, 2349 Stockyard Rd.
BEST & Parent Transition Support Group Feb 23, 6pm, Ms. Schick, Workforce Specialist from IL WorkNet Center, explains what services the center provides and how they can help you find a job. Springfield Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 217 523-2587 v/tty.
Black History Month Ethnic Heritage Feb 15, 12-1pm, Presentation about African-American history in Springfield by Douglas King and tasting of African-American foods. Pearson Museum, second floor. SIU School of Medicine, 801 N. Rutledge, 545-7334.
Illinois Women in Leadership Feb 17, 11:30am, “Random Acts of Kindness, How Do You Pay It Forward.” $18, $23 walk-ins. Register by Feb. 11. iwil.biz. Sangamo Club, 227 E. Adams St, 544-1793.
Locating Private Foundation Funding Feb 16, 10am-12pm, Learn how to locate and approach private foundations. Hands on instruction and tips on proposal writing. UIS Brookens Library, One University Plaza, 217-206-6783.
Luncheon Optimist Club of Springfield Feb 21, 6pm, Diamond’s Buffet, 2441 S. MacArthur Blvd.
Paralysis Support Group Feb 17, 4:30pm, Beth Langen will talk about traveling with a disability. Please RSVP, Lisa Cline at 788-3461. Monical’s Pizza, 2640 Prairie Crossing Dr, 217 523-2587 v/tty.
Q.U.I.L.T.S. Feb 14, 7pm, Second Monday of each month area quilt guild meets. All skill levels welcome. springfieldquilts.com. Atonement Lutheran Church, 2800 W. Jefferson St.
Snowmobilers Feb 16, 7:30pm, Central Illinois Ditch Riders, of Illinois Association of Snowmobile Clubs, meets third Wednesday of each month. 364-5900. Bunkers, 220 Old Route 36, Illiopolis, 217-486-5100 .
Soup & Stories: A Soldier’s Story Feb 21, 12-1pm, Robert Davis’ one-man characterization of Civil War veteran reminiscing about his journey from slavery to freedom. $3. RSVP 786-2789 or [email protected]. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 217-786-2200.
Springfield Area Newcomers Club Feb 15, 7pm, Massage and hot stone techniques demonstrated during general meeting. Interested in becoming a member, e-mail [email protected]. Chirugy Massage, Piper Glen Plaza, 7034 Kingsmilll Road, 217-483-8400.
Stealing Away: Ingenuity and Strategy in the Paths from Slavery to Freedom Feb 14, 11am-12pm, Terry Ransom, founder and coordinator of Illinois
Underground Railroad Research Network. Robert H. Stephens Room, Menard Hall. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 217-786-2200.