Illinois Womens Military and Civilian Memorial Jul 16, 1-3pm, Illinois’ Own registration day to establish registry of current and former Illinois women who served their country. Pictures of time in service encouraged. 309-451- 4896. iwmcm.org. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road.
Luncheon Optimist Club of Springfield Jul 18, 6pm, Diamond’s Buffet, 2441 S. MacArthur Blvd.
Marvin J. And Thomas Leo Likes Memorial Lecture Series Jul 20, 7pm, Dr. James Davis, Illinois College emeritus professor. “Illinois Frontiers, New Philadelphia and the Challenges of National Landmark Status.” Illinois State Museum Research & Collections Center, 1011 E. Ash St, 785-0037.
Shared Vision for Springfield Children Jul 22, 10am-2pm, Presentation by Voices for Illinois Children. Community leaders panel. Free, but must pre-register voices4kids.org/getinvolved/atte ndanevent. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 North Sixth St, 312-516-5551.
What’s Fair: Am I My Brother’s Keeper Jul 20, 5:30-7:30pm, Interactive conversation between panelists and audience. Free, reservations required at 312-422-5580 or prairie.org/uncommon. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 North Sixth St, 217-558-8844.
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APL Pet Adoptions Jul 16-17, 11am-4pm, Dogs and cats for adoption Sat. (Cats also at Chatham Ace Hardware Sat. and Sun.), Petsmart, 3183 S. Veterans Pkwy.
Big Block Bash Jul 17, 6-8pm, Free family event with live music, food, bounce houses and activities for the entire family. South Side Christian Church, 2600 S. MacArthur, 217-525-0304.
Genegology Sessions Jul 18-19, 6-8pm, Free help from the Springfield Chapter, National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution to search your roots, learn to use the computer to search roots and intro to Sangamon Valley Room. (Also, July 22, 1-3 p.m. at ALPL.) Lincoln Library, Seventh and Capitol Ave.
Ice Cream Social and Cook Book Premiere Jul 16, 2-4pm, 1860s crafts, dancing and more. $2, $5 family. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St, 217-523-2631.
JLS Member Recruitment Event Jul 21, 5:30-7:30pm, Learn more about the Junior League of Springfield, 200 women strong helping the community. 544-5557. The Corner Pub and Grill, 3271 W. Iles Ave.
Plae Dae Picnic Jul 27, 4-9pm, Food, drink and music. Open to all, 21 and older. Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce hosts. $18, $15 in advance. Bridgeview Park, 149 N. Lakewood Dr, Chatham.
Sister Cities Association of Springfield Fiesta Fundraiser Jul 23, 5:30-10:30pm, Have dinner and enjoy dancing or lessons, door prizes and more. $20, $7.50 kids at door or phone 962-0211 or 528-5627. La Loma Mexican Restaurant, 2433 S. MacArthur Blvd.
Vigil for Peace Jul 16, 23, 12pm, Each Saturday at noon on corner of Sixth and Monroe, outside Federal Building. All are welcome. 544-3997. Downtown Springfield.
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