Historical Society Feb 20, 6:30pm, David Lanterman will speak about the history of Lincoln Theater and recount renovation efforts of the landmark building. 114 North Chicago St. Downtown Lincoln, 1555 5th St, Lincoln.
Short Film and Discussion Feb 25, 2pm, Akil DuPont, award-winning director of ‘Underground’ will show and discuss his film. Part of Black History Month. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St, 217-391-3221.
HEALTH
Asperger/Autism Adult Support and Self-Advocacy Group Feb 21, 6-8pm, For those 18 years and older diagnosed or not. 793-2587 or [email protected]. Schnucks - Montvale Community Room, 2801 Chatham Rd, 217-698-2980.
DBSA Central Illinois Feb 21, 28, 6:30-8:30pm, Tuesdays. For those affected by mood disorder, friends/family. Fellowship Hall, lower level. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St, 414-7368.
GROW in Illinois Mental Health Feb 16, 23, 6:30pm, Thursdays, 12-step support program for emotional, mental health issues, coping or addictions. Anonymous, free, confidential, open to all. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 South Grand Ave W, 217-622-7953.
Heads Up Group Feb 19, 2-4pm, Support group for those who have a head injury. Springfield Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 217-523- 2587 v/tty.
Jyoti (Light) Meditation Feb 17, 24, 5:30-6:30pm, Every Friday. Free and open to all. No experience necessary. Unity of Springfield, 417 Cordelia.
Meditation Workshop Series Feb 21, 2-4pm, Three-week free series for cancer patients and families with David Cain. Register siumed.edu/cancer. Simmons Cancer Institute, 315 W. Carpenter, 217-545-3837.
SPORTS & FITNESS
Battle of the Nations Feb 17-18, International ”world cup” competition for amateur full-contact medieval armored swordfighting. Meeting public in full armor at Bennigan’s Friday. (Full-contact medieval martial arts combat throughout Sat. at the Illinois State Fairgrounds.) Hilton Springfield, 700 E. Adams.
SBC Biking Academy Feb 23, 6:30pm, Class meets every other week in Feb, March and April for new and experienced riders. Register by phone. Hope Presbyterian Church, 2211 Wabash Ave, 793-9622.
Springfield Bicycle Club Information Meeting Feb 16, 6:30pm, Learn about the club’s local and out-of-town rides and events. All skill levels welcome. Hope Presbyterian Church, 2211 Wabash Ave, 793-9622.
More events, more details in our online calendar at illinoistimes.com.
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