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Old Capitol Farmers Market May 18, 21, 25, 8am-12:30pm, Every Wednesday and Saturday features fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, plants, flowers and bakery items. Chef demonstrations, artisan area and live entertainment on Saturdays. Adams St between Fifth and Second. 544-1723.
Health
Road to Recovery 5K Run/ 3K Walk May 14, 7-8:30am, Raising awareness about mental illness. “Sunshyne the Clown,” “Tim the Twister” and Capitol Radio Group’s Friends & Neighbors. MHCCI.org. Washington Park, South Grand and MacArthur, 891-5570.
History
Civil War Tactics and Strategy May 12, 7-9pm, Dr. Mark DePue, Jim Leinicke and Jim Patton talk on different aspects of combat during Civil War. Free. Reservations required. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St, 217- 558-8934.
Sports & Fitness
Bike to Work Week 2011 May 16, Curb your car and take the challenge to bike to work for a week. Springfield- Sangamon County Regional Planning Commission..
Fat Ass 5K Run and Street Party May 14, 11am-3pm, 10am run, Race with food and beer stops. Party includes: pig roast, drinks and entertainment. Proceeds to charity. Seventh Street between Adams and Washington.
Ultimate Frisbee Pickup Game May 12, 15, 19, 22, 1:30pm Sun, 5:30pm Thu, Bring both white and dark shirt for making teams. Grant Middle School, 1800 W. Monroe St, 217-408- 0091.
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