Citizens Club of Springfield Policy Breakfast Feb 25, 8am, The Honorable Frank Edwards, mayor of Springfield. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217- 523-2787.
ECCE Speakers Series Feb 17, 5:30-6:30pm, Artist and writer Carlos Francisco Jackson. Hosted by ECCE and UIS Visual Arts Gallery with reception following at gallery. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 217-206-6605.
Elkhart Historical Society Feb 25, 5:30 dinner, 7-8pm lecture, ‘What’s a National Scenic Byway and Why Should Elkhart Care’; and ‘Elkhart’s Place in Route 66 History’; Reservations by Feb. 21. $24 online or phone 947- 2046. Wild Hare Cafe, 104 Governor Oglesby St, Elkhart, 947-2100.
Grant Writing & Budgeting Basics Feb 23, 9am-12pm, Learn how to locate and approach private foundations. Hands on instruction and tips on proposal writing. $45. UIS Brookens Library, One University Plaza, 217-206-6783.
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.
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.
Personal Assistant Employers Group Feb 28, 3-4:30pm, This group is for those with a disability that hire a personal assistant. Springfield Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 217 523-2587 v/tty.
Reflections on Exploring the World and Seeking International Understanding Feb 17, 7pm, Reception for and talk by English Professor Robert Koepp, promoted to Frances McReynolds Smith Professor of International Understanding. Free and open to public. Illinois College Schewe Library, Jacksonville.
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 donna.gram[at]llcc.edu. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 217-786-2200.
Tribute to Influential African-American Women Feb 28, 11am-1pm, Student Union, Menard Hall. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 217-786- 2200.
Bulletin Board
Abate of IL Motorcycle Swap Meet Feb 20, 10am-4pm, Bike show with prizes. Open to public. $10. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 800-745-3000.
Annual Mardi Gras Community Celebration Feb 26, 6-11pm, Dinner, dancing, games, live music, prizes and more. $35, $55 couples. Tickets, 483-6450. Sangamon Prairie Reception Center, 202 South Grand Ave, Chatham, 217-483-5753.
Benjamin H. Grierson Society Winter Ball Feb 19, 5pm, Period Music by Vintage Brass Band, cocktail hour, Civil War Dance Society performs, dinner and dancing. $30. 370-6955. Hamilton’s, 110 North East St, Jacksonville.
Education Career Day Feb 22, 9am-12pm, Students and community members interested in education as a career, including those who have a bachelor’s degree. 786-2414. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 217-786-2200.
Giant Flea Market Feb 20, 8:30am-4:30pm, Indoor market. $1.25, age 12 and under free with adult. Illinois Building. For more info call 529- 6939. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 782-8886.
Illinios Beef Expo Feb 24-27, 8am-6pm daily, Admission on Sunday $3 adults, children under 10 free or $10 per car load. 787-4280. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Pet Adoption Feb 20, 12-3:30pm, Cats and dogs for adoption from Benld Adopt-A-Pet no-kill shelter. Petco, 2721 S. Veterans Parkway.
Quilt Display and Program Feb 25, 9am-2pm, Display of quilts open to the public. Quilt turning program by Barbara Olinger at 10 a.m. 636-8047. Athens Municipal Library, 410 E. Hargrave, Athens, 217-636-8047.
SAHBA Home Expo Feb 25-27, 4-8pm Fri, 9am-7pm Sat, 10am-3pm, Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza.
Springfield Collegiate Career Fair Feb 17, 10:30am-2pm, More than 100 local, regional and national employers in attendance. uis.edu/careerservices. UIS Public Affairs Center (PAC), One University Plaza, 217-206-6600.
The Boat Show Feb 25-27, 5-9pm Fri, 10am-7pm Sat, 10am-5p, Orr Building. $4. For more info call 341-1730. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Vigil for Peace Feb 19, 26, 12pm, Each Saturday at noon on corner of Sixth and Monroe, outside Federal Building. All are welcome. 544- 3997.
Volunteers Meeting Feb 19, 10-11:30am, Volunteers to assist with a variety of duties. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St, 217-391-3221.
Food
African-American Food and Vendor Day Feb 23, 10am-2pm, Sample free African- American food and visit various displays exhibiting wares of African-American entrepreneurs. Student Union, Menard Hall. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 217-786-2200.
Politics
AAUW Public Policy Forum Feb 17, 7pm, “What You Were Not Taught in School about Government and Elections.” Prominent state legislative observers discuss 2010 election results and anticipated issues. American Lung Association, 3000 Kelly Lane, 546-4359.
Mayoral Candidates Forum Mar 02, 6:30-8pm, Presented by Faith Coalition for the Common Good, Central Illinois faith-based community empowerment organization. 544-2297. faithcoalition-il.org. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St, 753-4900.
Health
Alcoholics Anonymous Feb 17-28, Mar 01-02, Meetings daily. For times and locations visit aaspringfield.org.org. 24-hour answering service 525-5795, 1-866-525-5795.
All Women Cancer Support Group Feb 23, 5:30pm, Monthly meeting for women cancer survivors, those actively undergoing treatment, family members and significant others. Simmons Cancer Institute, 315 W. Carpenter, 545-0798.
Cancer: Is it in Your Genes? Feb 17, 5:30pm, Cancer patients, their families and caregivers will be able to explore genetics and cancer. Register at siumed.edu. 545-7493. Simmons Cancer Institute, 315 W. Carpenter.
GROW Mental Health Support Group Feb 17, 21, 24, 28, 7-9pm, Monday and Thursday meetings. Free 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.
HIV/Aids Testing Feb 17-18, 21-25, 28, Mar 01-02, 9am- 4pm Mon-Fri, Testing throughout the week. 670-2259. Springfield Community Federation, #52 Brandon Drive.
Heads Up Support Group Feb 20, 2-4pm, Heads Up group is a support group for those with head injuries. Springfield Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 217 523-2587 v/tty.
Lunch and Learn Program Feb 23, 12-1pm, For informal caregivers of older adults and grandparents, ‘Protect Yourself and Loved Ones from Health Care Fraud’; and ‘Medicare and the New Health Care Law - What it Means for You.’; Registration required. 787-9234. Jacksonville Area Center for Independent Living, 15 Permac Road, Jacksonville.
Sports & Fitness
Junior Blues Game Feb 18-19, 7pm, Springfield Jr. Blues take on Topeka Friday and Saturday. Nelson Center Ice Arena, Lincoln Park, 1601 N. Fifth St.
Sangamon Table Tennis Club (Ping Pong) Feb 17, 22-24, Mar 01-02, 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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