Science
Evening Science Series Lecture Sep 14, 7-8:30pm, “Pottersville: Home of American Alkaline Glazed Stoneware.” Free. Illinois State Museum Research & Collections Center, 1011 E. Ash St, 785-0037.
Star Parties Sep 09, 16, 8-10pm, Popular free observatory (SE corner) learn and look. 206-8342. UIS Brookens Library, One University Plaza.
Nature
Fall Volunteer Naturalist Workshop Sep 15, 9am-3pm, Hikes, programs to familiarize you with history, trails, flora and fauna, tips to lead hikes. Lunch. Register 529- 1111 or [email protected]. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr.
Springfield Audubon Society Sep 14, 7pm, Scott Ballard, biologist at DNR speaks about reptile and amphibian conservation in Illinois. See some creatures up close. 415-0939. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave, 217-544-2473.
Springfield Bonsai Society Exhibit Sep 10, 6-8pm, SBS members exhibit bonsai on opening evening of the Mina Hsing, Chinese Brush Paintings. David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave, Jacksonville.
Springfield Civic Garden Club Sep 12, 9am-11:30pm, ‘Butterfly and Moth Gardening in Illinois.” Susan Dees Hargrove, Biological Resources Specialist, IDOT. www.scgc-il.org. Westminster Presbyterian Church, Walnut St, (217) 522-4415.
Lectures & Meetings
AWC Meeting Sep 14, 11:30am, “The State of State Newspapers,” Dennis DeRossett, IPA. $10-$21. RSVP by Sept. 9 [email protected]. Sangamo Club, 227 E. Adams St, 544-1793.
Springfield Vegetarian Association Sep 13, 6:30pm, Features video, "3 Steps to Incredible Health," starring Joel Fuhrman, MD. Free and open to public. Carnegie Room. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh Street. 787-0014.
Cachet Club of Springfield Sep 13, 6:30-9pm, Annual card party with food for purchase, prizes, free desserts. $5. Tickets at door. Little Flower Parish Center, 900 Stevenson Drive.
Constitution Day Program Sep 16, 12pm, Presentation about U.S. Constitution and its history. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2414.
Elkhart Historical Society Dinner Lecture Sep 09, 5:30-8pm, “The Music of Rt. 66,” “Elkhart’s Place in Rt. 66 History.” $25. Reservations at 947-2046 or elkharthistoricalsociety.org. Wild Hare Cafe, 104 Governor Oglesby St, Elkhart.
Iroquois Peace Maker Legend and U.S. Constitution Sep 15, 12-1pm, Anna Grossnickel Hines presentation. Robert H. Stephens Room. Free. Lunch available for $3. Register, 786-2789. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd.
Luncheon Optimist Club of
Springfield Sep 12, 11:45am, Diamond’s Buffet, 2441 S. MacArthur Blvd.
Q.U.I.L.T.S. Sep 12, 7pm, Second Monday of each month area quilt guild meets. All skill levels welcome. springfieldquilts.com. Atonement Lutheran Church, 2800 W. Jefferson St, 217-546-7646.
Springfield Camera Club Sep 08, 7pm, Meets second and fourth Thursday each month. 546-5021. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St, 217-528-3407.
Talk w/ Your Mouth Full Sep 12, 1:30-2:30pm, Learn basic American Sign Language. Just about the only language that you can talk and eat at the same time. Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St, 773-677-9240.
Women Entrepreneurs - Central Illinois Sep 14, 11:30am-1pm, ‘Choose to Survive - Personal Safety for Women.’ $25-$17. Register by Sept. 9. 725-8500. [email protected]. Dublin Pub at Vinegar Hill Mall, 107 W. Cook St, 217-679-1775.
Bulletin Board Adopt-A-Pet Adoptions Sep 10, 12-3:30pm, Rescued, homeless dogs and cats, spayed or neutered, micro-chipped and vaccinated. 835-2538. Petsmart, 3183 S. Veterans Pkwy, 217-698- 3091.
Breakfast with the Animals Sep 10, 8-10am, Enjoy buffet breakfast and observe animals being given special treats. $9- $6. Pre-registration and payment required, call 753-6217. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr.
Gandhi Event Sep 18, 3-4:30pm, Rajmohan Gandhi shares the mission of peace and compassion as lived by his grandfather, Mahatma Gandhi. Sept. Days of Compassion Event. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 South Grand Ave W.
Governor Duncan’s Neighborhood Walking Tour Sep 10, Narrated tour of three neighborhood homes and Whipple Hall, Illinois College. $30, by Sept. 7. 245-5390. Governor Duncan Mansion, 4 Duncan Pl, Jacksonville, 245- 2626.
History and the Arts Sep 09-10, 6-8pm Fri, 12- 4pm Sat, Friday features Steve Berry, bestselling author. $30. Saturday free indoor artist, musician and dancer showcase. www.sancohis.org. 525-1961. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza.
IL Secretary of State Antique Vehicle Show Sep 10, Over 50 classes of antique cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and tractors in the parking lot. 557-7220. Meijer Store, 4200 Conestoga Drive.
Illinois Patriot Guard Gathering Sep 09-11, Free. Illinois Building Main Floor. ilpgrinc.webs.com/, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave.
Land of Lincoln Honor Flight Sep 13, 6:45am and 9:30pm, Public invited to airport to honor 83 World War II veterans and 80 Guardians. They leave for DC at 6:45 a.m. return about 9:30 p.m. Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, J. David Jones Parkway, 217-788-9200.
Midwest Motorcycle Show Sep 10, 12-5pm, Ten classes of vintage, custom and street bike and more from around the state. Bands, vendors, food. $5 spectator, $20 bikes. 467-2870.
Washington at Fifth and Sixth. Downtown Springfield.
Sept. 11 Peace Vigil Sep 11, 1-2pm, In commemoration of those injured or who died, and stand for end to violence around the world. Federal Building, Sixth and Monroe. Sponsored by Pax Christi Springfield. Sept. Days of Compassion Event. Downtown Springfield.
Summer Dog Party Sep 17, 3-5pm, APL invites you and your dog to learn about new products. Also K-9 demo, baths, paw print art, music, goody bags. $2 donation. 816-2556. Stuart Park, Winch Lane (north of Jefferson).
Volunteer Recruitment Fair Sep 12, 9:30-11:30am, Agencies set up with display and hand-outs for their volunteer needs. RSVP and FGP host. Refreshments. 528-4035. Erin’s Pavilion, Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St, 217-753-0702.
Food
Harvest Celebration Sep 18, 5-8pm, Six local chefs prepare tasting plates with fresh, seasonal, locally produced food. Guest speaker author Deborah Niemann-Boehle. The Inn at 835, 835 S. Second St, 528-1563.
History Ancestry Day Sep 10, 9:30am-4:30pm, Get the basics from Federation of Genealogical Societies and ancestry.com. $20. Register at www.fgs.org/AncestryatFGS2011. Hilton Springfield, 700 E. Adams, 1-888-347-1500.
Historic Bicycle Ride Sep 10, 1-3pm, Join Springfield Bicycle Club on free, 10-mile bicycle tour of Lincoln-related and other Springfield historic sites. Capital Complex Visitors Center,
425 S. College St. Springfield, IL 62704, 698-7626.
Spirits of the Civil War Sep 10, 9am-12pm and 1- 4pm, First-person accounts of men who fought in the four branches of the armed services. Encampments. Free. Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site, 1500 Monument Ave, 782-2717.
Health Adult Asperger/Autism Support Group Sep 15, 2-4pm, Initial meeting of new group for adults 18 and older on autism spectrum or suspecting they may be. Carnegie Room South. 793-2587. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St, 217- 753-4900.
Be Aware Wellness Fair Sep 17, 10am-1pm, Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. 245-2174. Jacksonville Community Park, 1201 S. Main, Jacksonville.
Community Health Fair Sep 17, 10am-2pm, Knights of Columbus Council #3914, SIU School of Medicine and others offering free health screenings. Riverton KC Hall, 401 S. Fourth St, Riverton, 629-7202.
DBSA Central Illinois Sep 08, 6:30-8:30pm, Every second Thursday for anyone affected by depression or bipolar disorder, including friends and family. Room B149. Free. Memorial Medical Center, 701 N. First St, 414-7368.
Faith & Philosophy
9/11 The Rising Hope Memorial Service Sep 11, 4pm, Sponsored by Inter- Faith Communities and Institutions of Good Will in Richards Treat University Center. Millikin University, 1184 W. Main St, Decatur, 424-6353 .