History

Flight - A play by Charlayne Woodard Mar 17-20, 7:30pm Thu-Sat, 4pm Sun, Based on actual slave narratives, as well as African and African-American folktales. $12-$10. Tickets 558-8934 or presidentlincoln.org. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St.

Lincoln’s First Inaugural Address- What Does It Mean Mar 12, 2pm, Presented by Lincoln actor Fritz Klein. Free. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St, 217-391-3221.

Mary Lincoln’s Cameos Mar 10-23, 9am-5pm daily, Features photos and locks of hair from Lincoln and Willie. March Artifacts of the Month. Central case, Treasurers Gallery. Admission. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St.

Team Of Rivals Mar 10-23, 9am-5pm daily, Through Aug 15, 2011, One-of-a-kind temporary Civil War Sesquicentennial exhibition that takes you inside the highest levels of the government as Abraham Lincoln and his cabinet struggle with the momentous issue of war. Museum admission. 558-8934. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St.

Health

Alcoholics Anonymous Mar 10-23, Meetings daily. For times and locations visit aaspringfield.org. 24-hour answering service 525-5795, 1-866-525-5795.

All Women Cancer Support Group Mar 23, 5:30pm, Monthly for women cancer survivors, those actively undergoing treatment, family members and significant others. Simmons Cancer Institute, 315 W. Carpenter, 545-0798.

Alzheimer’s Support Group Mar 10, 6pm, Second Thursday each month 6 p.m. at Hope Church. Alzheimer’s Association staff 24/7 Helpline at 1.800.272.3900. Hope Presbyterian Church, 2211 Wabash Ave.

Becoming Empowered & Successful Teens & Parent Transition Support Group Mar 16, 6-8:30pm, Attorney Tim Rigby will speak on guardianship to the two groups. Springfield Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 217-523-2587 v/tty.

Cancer Support Groups Mar 10, 14-17, 21-23, Various times, Lung Cancer, second Tue 10am; Women Around You, fourth Wed 5:30pm; Survivors Brown Bag Lunch, Mon noon; Caregivers Support Group, Tue 11am; Parents of Children w/ Cancer, Wed 3:30pm; Cancer Support Group Thu 3pm. Simmons Cancer Institute, 315 W. Carpenter.

GROW Mental Health Support Group Mar 10, 14, 17, 21, 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.

GROW in Illinois Mental Health Support Group Mar 10, 17, 6:30pm, Every Thursday, 12-step program for anyone with mental health issues, emotional problems, difficulties coping or addictions. Anonymous, free, confidential and open to all. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 South Grand Ave W, 217-622- 7953.

GROW in Illinois Mental Health Support Group Mar 10, 17, 3-5pm, Free weekly 12step for those with mental health issues, emotional problems, addictions or difficulties coping. Anonymous, confidential. 622-7953. People’s Church, 1109 E. Ash St.

HIV/Aids Testing Mar 10-11, 14-18, 21-23, 9am-4pm Mon-Fri, Testing throughout the week. 670-2259. Springfield Community Federation, #52 Brandon Drive.

Heads Up Support Group Mar 20, 2-4pm, Post Polio Support group is set up for those who have suffered a head injury. Springfield Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 217-523-2587 v/tty.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group Mar 16, 6:30-8:30pm, Third Wednesday of each month. New members and care partners welcome. Information, Sister Marie, 787-0481, ext. 3107 or Debi- Lynn, 522-3132. Sacred Heart Convent Chapel, 1237 W. Monroe.

NAMI Mental Health Support Group Mar 16, 7-9pm, Third Wednesday of each month, for family, friends and persons with mental illness. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St, 891-5570.

Post Polio Support Group Mar 19, 10am-12pm, Representative from the Illinois Assistance Technology speaks. Springfield Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 217-523-2587 v/tty.

SCI Mind-Body Skills Free Course Mar 16, 11am-12:30pm, Free six-week mind-body skills course for cancer patients, survivors, their families and caregivers. Register, 545-0798. Simmons Cancer Institute, 315 W. Carpenter.

Faith & Philosophy

20th Century Martyrs Mar 16, 23, 7pm, 6pm meal, Scripture, hymn and message center each Wednesday during Lent on a different martyr’s cause and impact. Luther Memorial Lutheran Church, 2600 S. Fifth St.

Court Madonna Meeting Mar 17, 6:30pm, Catholic women invited. Wear green-celebrate feasts of St. Patrick and St. Joseph. 522-2908. St. Agnes Church, 245 N. Amos St, 217- 793-1330.

Food For Thought Mar 13, 10:30am, Power and significance of breaking one’s fast. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd, 585- 9550.

Gospel Sing Mar 12, 6-8pm, 5pm refreshments, Features St. Joseph Catholic Church Choir, Third Presbyterian Church Choir and Kumler United Methodist Church Choir. 522- 8618. Kumler United Methodist Church, 600 N. Fifth St.

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