HEALTH
Alcoholics Anonymous Mar 17-30, 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.
Cancer Support Groups Mar 17, 21-24, 28-30, 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.
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Mar 24, 7-8pm, Fourth Thursday of each month. Open to anyone interested in learning more about depression or bipolar disorder. West Lake Center, 200 W. Lake Shore Dr, 588-7764.
GROW Mental Health Support Group Mar 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.
GROW in Illinois Mental Health Support Group Mar 17, 24, 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 17, 24, 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 17-18, 21-25, 28-30, 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.
Hiring Home Care Workers: Avoiding Tax and Legal Risks Mar 30, 8pm, Free live, interactive education web conference. Registration required, privatedutyhomecare.org.
Myasthenia Gravis Foundation Support Group Mar 20, 3-5pm, Information and sharing with patients and family members. Run by experienced leaders who live with MG. Radio Station WLUJ, lower level w. side entrance, 600 W. Mason St, 800-888-6208.
Personal Assistant Employers Group Mar 29, 3-4:30pm, This support group is for those who have a disability and hire a personal assistant to help them in daily activities. Springfield Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 217-523-2587 v/tty.
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.
FAITH & PHILOSOPHY
20th Century Martyrs Mar 23, 30, Apr 6,13, 7pm, 6pm meal, Scripture, hymn and mes sage center each Wednesday during Lent on a different martyr’s cause and impact. Luther Memorial Lutheran Church, 2600 S. Fifth St. 523-7931.
Athens Christian Church Spring Revival Services Mar 27-30, 8am, 10:15am, 6pm Sun, 7pm Mon-W, Athens Christian Church, 1411 E. Route 29, Athens.
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.
I Have My Doubts Mar 20, 10:30am, Rev. Martin Woulfe shares parts of his religious journey. Do all doubters come to the same conclusion? Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd, 585-9550.
SPORTS & FITNESS
Bike and Hike Days Mar 20, 27, 8am-5pm, Every Sunday through September, bike, hike, walk or run the 1.2 mile loop closed to vehicles. Washington Park, South Grand and MacArthur.
Junior Blues Games Mar 18-20, 7pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun, The Jr. Blues take on Port Huron Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Nelson Center Ice Arena, Lincoln Park, 1601 N. Fifth St.
Springfield Celts Rugby Mar 19, 1pm, Local team vs Piggies/Ramblers. celtsrugby.com. Kennedy Park, 3101 J David Jones Parkway.
Springfield Celts Rugby Mar 26, 1pm, Springfield Celts take on Flatlanders. celtsrugby.com. Kennedy Park, 3101 J David Jones Parkway.
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