HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS Christmas According to Hollywood Nov 09, 5:30pm, Favorite Christmas movies and some little known facts. $25. Reservations, 947-2238. Wild Hare Cafe, 104 Governor Oglesby St, Elkhart, 947-2100.

Ghosts of the Library Nov 02-14, Through Jan. 2, exhibit of 13 Santa Claus fi gures from around world. Museum admission. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St, 217-782-5764.

Holiday Bazaar Nov 03, 9am-1pm, Baked goods. Soups, sandwiches and beverages for purchase for lunch. Pawnee Knight of Columbus Hall, Pawnee. Holiday Craft Sale Nov 02-03, 9am-4pm, Snowmen, angels and Santas. 520 Old Tippecanoe Drive, 546-3083.

Holiday Decorating Seminars Nov 03, 10, 10am, Free 45-minute seminars Nov. 3-Dec 8. (Except Dec. 1 Make & Take, $30 must also buy materials.), GreenView Nursery, 3000 W. Jefferson, (217) 787-4700.

Holiday Hall Exhibition and Sale Nov 09-10, 12-14, 10am-5pm M-F,

10am-3pm Sat, Nov. 9-Dec. 17 (closed Thanksgiving). Unique exhibition featuring more than 45 regional artists. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St, 217-523-2631. Home Decor Seminar Series Nov 10, 1pm, Free and no registration required to learn holiday decor techniques. Prizes, refreshments. Scheels, 3801 South MacArthur , 726- 6330.

Hope For The Holidays Fine Art & Craft Fair Nov 03-04, 10am-5pm Sat, 12-4pm Sun, Features artisans from several neighboring states in many mediums. Hope Presbyterian Church, 2211 Wabash Ave, 546-6951. Tree Lighting Ceremony Nov 08, 12pm, Salvation Army kicks off their Red Kettle Drive on the Holiday Stage in the food court. Tree lighting at noon. White Oaks Mall, 2501 Wabash Ave, 217-787-8560.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS HFTFN Fall Festival Fundraiser Nov 03, 10am-4pm, Vendors, kids’ games and activities, food, silent auction and live entertainment. Hope Church, 3000 Lenhart Rd, 341-1997.

St. Paul’s Fall Festival Nov 03, 4:30-8:30pm, Ham dinner, auctions, Holiday Shoppe, Kids’ Zone, face painting, wine wall, Kindle Fire raffl e and music. $15. Cathedral Church of St. Paul, 815 S. Second St, 544-5135.

Veterans Day Parade Nov 10, 10am, Parade travels from Dewey Park to Community Park. 245- 5119. Dewey Park, Dewey Dr, South Jacksonville.

BOOKS & AUTHORS Book Discussion Nov 04, 10:30am-12pm, “Book Forged in Hell: Spinoza’s Scandalous Treatise and the Birth of the Secular Age.” Steven Nadler. RSVP. Temple B’rith Sholom, 1004 S. Fourth St, 525-1360.

Book Discussion and Signing Nov 14, 6:30pm, James Wright, “Those Who Have Borne the Battle: A History of America’s Wars and Those Who Fought Them.” Free, registration required, 558- 8934. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St, 217-782- 5764.

Brinkerhoff Blowout Bash Nov 07, 7pm, Allison Joseph, Jon Tribble, Vachel Lindsay Contest Winners, Dixieland. Free, open to public.

Brinkerhoff Home, 1500 N. Fifth St.

Middle-earth Fellowship Nov 10, 10am, Second Sat. of each month discussing “The Hobbit.” [email protected], hobbit in subject line. Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 3111 S. Veteran’s Pkwy, 546-9440. Writers Workshop Nov 08, 7pm, Second Thursday of the month at new artist coop. The Pharmacy, 401 South Grand Avenue West, 217-652-3273.

THEATER & COMEDY A Midsummer Night’s Dream Nov 01-04, 7:30pm Wed-Sat, 2pm Sun, True love is only a dream in society overtaken with automation and technology. Shrewd forest sprites and computer techies restore love. $7. Illinois College Sibert Theatre, McGaw Fine Arts Center, Jacksonville, 245-3471.

Cinderella Nov 09-11, 7:30pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun, Magical classic. $12-$19.50. (Nov. 11, noon, Cinderella Tea Party, lower level Richard’s Treat University Center. $12.), Kirkland Fine Arts Center, 1184 W. Main St, Decatur, 424- 6318. Comedian Dan Chopin Nov 02-03, 8pm Fri-Sat, Infectious sense of humor, spot-on routines and natural improvisation ability. $12.50. Mason City Limits Comedy Club, 114 E. Chestnut, Mason City, 482-5233.

Comedian Steve Kramer Nov 02-03, 7:30pm and 9:30pm, Music, improv and audience participation. $13-$15. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 625 E. Saint Joseph Street, 391-joke.

Last of the Red Hot Lovers Nov 02-04, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun, Dynamic Patterns Theatre presents Neil Simon play. $15. Club Room. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217- 523-2787.

M*A*S*H Nov 09-11, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun, Nov. 9-11, 16-18, Springfi eld Theatre Centre production. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217- 523-2787.

Second City for President Nov 03, 5pm and 8pm, Chicago’s legendary sketch comedy theatre takes on the election. $26-$28. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787. The Heavens are Hung in Black Nov 08-11, 7:30pm, Thu-Sat, 3pm Sun, Nov 8-11, 15-18, Abe writes the Emancipation Proclamation. Directed by Phil Funkenbusch. $18-$10.

558-8934. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St, 217-782-5764. UIS Theatre - Tartuffe Nov 01-03, 7:30pm Thu-Sat, 2pm Sun, Comedy about religious fraud. $14-$6. UIS Studio Theatre, One University Plaza, 217-206-6160.

MUSIC:

GENERAL EVENTS

25th Greater Downstate Bluegrass Festival Nov 09-11, 2:30 & 7pm Fri, 10:30am Sat, 10a, Awardwinning artists from across the nation performing six concerts. Workshops, guitar show, vendors, jam area. Daily/weekend fees. 243-3159. Crowne Plaza, 3000 S. Dirksen Pkwy, 243-3159.

Acoustic Open Mic Night Nov 10, 6-8:30pm, Song, poetry, short stories. Sign up on arrival. Some instruments available. $3 cover donation. Hope Presbyterian Church, 2211 Wabash Ave, 546-6951.

Alan Jackson Nov 10, 7pm, Country superstar. $39-$59. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 800- 745-3000.

Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra Nov 10, 7:30pm, Pops concert. $15, children and students free. Tickets available at door. Illinois College Rammelkamp Chapel, 1101 W. College Ave, Jacksonville, 217-245-1181.

Lonesome River Band Nov 10, 1pm, Crowne Plaza, 3000 S. Dirksen Pkwy. Mark Gifford Barton Organ Concert Nov 09, 7:30pm, Free theater organ concert and 1928 Laurel & Hardy silent movie with organ accompaniment. Springfi eld High School, 101 S. Lewis St, 217- 523-8609.

Matthew West Nov 04, 6pm, Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960.

Sound Celebration Chorus USO Tour Nov 10, 3:30-4pm Sat, Sounds of the 1940s for Veterans Day on landing between fi rst and second fl oors. Scheels, 3801 South MacArthur , 726-6330. Springfield Classical Guitar Society Nov 10, 8pm, Philip Hemmo, well-known teacher and performer, most recently at University of Arizona. Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2313 Whittier Ave, 217-522- 7331.

Stanley Jordan Nov 09, 8pm, Guitar

virtuoso playing classical masterpieces, pop-rock hits, jazz forays and ultramodern improvisational works. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207-6960. The King’s Brass Nov 10, 7pm, Tim Zimmerman and The King’s Brass in concert. $10-$5. Advanced tickets required by phone. St. John’s Lutheran Church, 2477 W. Washington St, 793-3933. Thomas Murray, organist Nov 09-10, 7:30pm Fri-Sat, Yale University organist and professor of music. Free Master class Thurs. and free concert Sat. 245-3069 or [email protected]. Illinois College Rammelkamp Chapel, 1101 W. College Ave, Jacksonville, 217-245-3000.

DANCE A Country Dance Nov 02, 07, 14, 7-10pm, $5. Prairie Land Dance Club, 650 Matilda St, Illiopolis, 217-428- 1560. All About Dance Nov 07, 14, 7-10pm, Every Wed. open dance preceded with hour line dance lessons with DJ/ instructor Marilyn Ferry. $5. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 836-1438. Ballroom Boogie Nov 03, 7-11pm, American Red Cross. $13-$15 includes free dance lesson at 7 p.m. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 217-652-2128.

ART & ARCHITECTURE Artrageous First Friday Nov 02, 5:30-8pm, Cyd LaBonte bead weaving on loom. Jan Boucher makes Swarovski crystal rings. The Blue Door Gallery, 214 South 6th St, 217- 753-0262. Dark Gypsy Jubilee Nov 10, 7pm , Vendors, belly dancers, artists and fortune tellers! 18 and over. $5 suggested donation. The Imagine Foundation At the Asa Talcott House, 859 Grove St, Jacksonville, 473-2726.

Eat, Pray, Love Nov 02-03, 06-10, 13-14, 10am-5pm Tue-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat, Linda Post Lucas (Multiple Media) - Mary Ellen Strack (Oil & Pastel) Evie Wilson (Watercolor & Acrylic/Calligraphy). Reception Nov. 3, 5:30-7:30p.m. H.D. Smith Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St, 544- 2787.

Fine Arts Boutique Nov 02, 6:30-9:30pm, Benefits local health program grants. Hosted by Sangamon County Medical Society & Alliance. 529- 2088 or [email protected]. Panther Creek Country Club, 3001 Panther Creek Dr, 546-4431.

Gallery Exhibit Nov 03-04, 06, 11, 13, 4-6pm Tue-Sat, 1-3pm Sun, Pam Hamilton – acrylic and mixed media paintings; Ken Glass – wood turnings. David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave, Jacksonville, 243-9390.

Group Art Exhibition Nov 10, 6-9pm, Pharmacy member artists show and sell their work. The Pharmacy Warehouse, 1022 S. Pasfi eld, 217-652-3273.

Israeli Art Sale Nov 03-04, 5:30-7:30pm Sat and 9am-2pm Sun, Award-winning Israeli artists Ilan Hasson and Avi Biran sell their art along with colleagues’ art. Wine/cheese reception Sat. is $10. Sunday free. Temple B’rith Sholom, 1004 S. Fourth St, 525-1360 or 494-4098. Look Who’s Painting Nov 09, 6:30-9:30pm, Twenty-one local personalities create art for auction. $25. Reserve tickets by phone. Bogart’s, 2142 Old State Rd, Jacksonville, 217-243-3821.

Photography Exhibit Nov 01-14, 8am-4pm Mon-Thu, 12-5pm Sat-Sun, John Sevigny’s “Happyland,” photos from Central America. Charles E. Becker Library, Benedictine University at Springfi eld, 1500 North Fifth St. Roger Shimomura Nov 01, 05-08, 12-14, 10am-6pm Mon-Thu, Through Dec. 1, “America Behind Barbed Wire,” prints by internationally renowned artist. UIS Visual Arts Gallery, HSB 201, One University Plaza, 217-206-6506. Writers and Watercolorists Nov 03, 5:30-7:30pm, Dessert reception of Sangamon Watercolor Society and Springfi eld Poets and Writers. Hear poetry and artists talk about their work. Free, open to public. Third fl oor. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.

FILM & TELEVISION Foreign & Independent Film Series. Nov 02, 7pm, Amelie. Charming, romantic comic fantasy. Free. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 206-6665.

Route 66 International Film Festival Nov 02-03, Best independent films from around the world. Friday world premier screening of new feature length documentary, A Blood Red Sky. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence, 1-800- 838-3006.

CHILDREN’S CORNER American Ice Princess and Her Doll Ice Skating Event Nov 03, 1:30-3:30pm, Free skate rental and skating, goodie bag, desserts and manicure and hair stations. $15-$20. Nelson Center Ice Arena, Lincoln Park, 1601 N. Fifth St, 217-652-5226.

Nature Story Adventures Nov 01, 08, 9:30-11am, Children ages 3-5 years old and adult explore different topic each week. $5-$10. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr, 217-529-1111. Super Saturdays at the Museum Nov 10, 11am-3pm, “American Indian Harvest.” Kids 4-8 and their family. Ongoing, 30 minutes to complete. 782-6044. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-6044.

SCIENCE DNA as Evidence

Nov 05, 6pm, Learn about DNA at this Illinois Innocence Project free event. Conference Room G. 206- 6569. UIS Public Affairs Center (PAC), One University Plaza, 217- 206-6073.

Paul Mickey Science Series Lecture Nov 14, 7-8:30pm, Robert Mazrim, Illinois State Archaeological Survey, “Recent Archaeology at the Fort de Chartres Locale.” Illinois State Museum Research & Collections Center, 1011 E. Ash St, 785-0037.

NATURE Adult Raptor Camp Nov 10, 9am-4pm, Hands-on workshop - natural history, identifi cation, laws, equipment, handling of raptors. $150. Registration required. 963-6909. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave, 217-544- 2473. Just Be Day Nov 10, 10am-2pm, Gift yourself with time on the land. Jubilee Farm, 6760 Old Jacksonville Rd, 787-6927. Springfield Civic Garden Club Nov 05, 9am, ‘Spectacular Succulents for Midwest Gardens,’ with Cottage Gardens in Piasa, IL. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 533 S. Walnut Street, 217-522- 4415.

Wed. Morning Pickup Party Nov 07, 14, 9-10am, Weather permitting, help pick up trash. Garbage bags and long handled pickers provided. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave, 217-544-2473.

LECTURES & MEETINGS

Analyzing and Understanding Systemic Racism Nov 08-10, 6-9pm Thu, 8:30am- 6pm Fri, 9am-4, Crossroads Anti- Racism Organizing and Training. $275. 726-6732. Sacred Heart Convent, 1237 W. Monroe Street, 217-787-0481.

Families of the Incarcerated Nov 03, 11am-1pm, First Saturday of month, free support group luncheon for parents, friends and family. RSVP required, ext. 228. Tower of Refuge, Inc. 329 S. New St, 241-9911. Lincolnland Depression Era Glass Club Nov 05, 6-8pm, “Favorite Christmas Collectibles by Club Members,” Carnegie Room. $5 year membership. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St, 793-2128.

Mcbrian Lincoln Douglas Toastmasters Club 51 Nov 01, 08, 6-7:30pm, Thursdays in the conference room. Public invited. Guests, members welcome. Our Savior’s Lutheran School, 2645 Old Jacksonville Rd, 217-546-4531.

Sangamon Area Farm to School Summit Nov 02, 9:30am-3:30pm Fri, 9:30am-2:30pm, Register for Friday. $25, includes local food lunch. Register for Saturday. $10, kids free. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 782-4617.

Springfield Community Support Advisory Council Nov 06, 1-3pm, First Tuesday of month, identify reentry barriers, solutions and resources. Open to public. Tower of Refuge, Inc. 329 S. New St, 241-9911.

Springfield Parental Alienation Advocacy Group Meeting Nov 05, 6-8pm, First Monday each month. Conference room 3. Hilton Springfi eld, 700 E. Adams, 217-793-3586.

Women Entrepreneurs - Central IL

Nov 14, 5:30-7pm, Holiday social. $30-$22. Register by Nov. 9 to [email protected]. 725-8500. Brandt Consolidated, 2935 S. Koke Mill Rd, 217-626- 1123.

BULLETIN BOARD

Alpaca Show Nov 10-11, 9am-5pm Sat, 8am-12pm Sun, Free family event, alpaca competition show, vendors. Sat. evening fashion show and dinner (ticket required). 217-632-2590. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 782-8886. Ansar Shrine Circus Nov 02-04, 7pm Fri, 11am, 3pm and 7:30pm Sa, Sat. 11 a.m. 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sun. 11:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Tickets on sale around town. $12, $6 kids. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, 800- 745-3000. Antiquarian Book Fair Nov 04, 10am-4pm, Demos. $1 (age 16 and up). 786-2432. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 217-786-2200. Backgammon Club Nov 07, 14, 6pm, Every Wed. with Sangamon Valley Backgammon Association. 622- 9447. Capital Teletrack, 1766 Wabash Ave, 217-546-2111 .

CPE Dog Agility Trial

Nov 03-04, 8am-5pm, decaturdogclub.org. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 782-8886.

Country Cupboard Nov 02-03, 9am-7pm Fri, 9am- 4pm Sat, Craft Show featuring hand-crafted items made by area crafters. 544-3782. Villa West, 100 Stardust Drive, Sherman, 217-744-9891.

Craft Show Nov 03-04, 10am-5pm Sat, 10am-4pm Sun, Illinois Building Main Floor. $2. Children 12 and under free. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 782-8886.

Cultural Hat Show Nov 10, 6-9pm, Open door luncheon. $15-$20. Sponsored by Freedom in Holiness Mission. 522-2527. Springfi eld Senior Center, 701 W. Mason St, 528- 4035.

Drive To End Hunger AARP Donation Days Nov 07, 14, 8am-12pm, Wednesdays in Nov. receive a cloth shopping bag when you donate non-perishables for the center’s pantry. Springfi eld Senior Center, 701 W. Mason St, 1-866-448-3613.

Education Under Fire Nov 12, 6:30-8pm, “Defending All Iranians Rights to Higher Education” produced by Single Arrow Productions, sponsored by Amnesty International and Chatham Baha’i Community. Chatham Area Public Library, 600 E. Spruce, Chatham, 483-2713.

Fall Coin Show Nov 11, 9am-4pm, 70 dealer tables. Central Illinois Numismatic Association. $1. 793-2178. Northfi eld Inn Suites & Conference Center, 3280 Northfi eld Dr. First Fridays Downtown Nov 02, 5-8pm, Every fi rst Friday stroll, shop eat downtown. Exhibitions, live music, great deals and fun surprises. 544- 1723. Downtown Springfi eld.

Honoring our Veterans Nov 11, 11am, Pay homage to those who served and are serving. Staab Polk Memorial Home distributing Presidential Citations to those who have lost a veteran in their family. Chatham town square, 101 W. Mulberry, Chatham, 483-9292.

International Festival Nov 09, 5-8pm, Cultural recipes and exhibits, artistic performances, food tasting, and more. Student Life Building. Free. University of Illinois at Springfi eld, 217-206-6073.

November Events Nov 09-11, 3pm Fri and Sun 2pm Sat, Carl Bopp Sunday. RSVP by phone. Montvale Estates, 2601 Montvale Drive. Springfield Vegetarian Association Nov 07, 6:30pm, Video: “Fast Food, vol. 1.” Free, open to public. 787-1308. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St, 217-753-4900.

The Reading of the Fallen Nov 11, 1pm, Reading of all names of those lost in all wars. 600 locations around nation. ALPL, 112 N. Sixth St. 558-8844. Vigil for Peace Nov 03, 10, 12pm, Each Saturday at noon on corner of Sixth and Monroe, outside Federal Building. All are welcome. 544-3997. Downtown Springfield.

FOOD Chatham Uncorked Nov 09, 4-9pm, Wine, micro brew and food tasting. $10-$12. Sangamon Prairie Reception Center, 8855 State Route 4, Chatham, 483-6450.

Cooking Vegetarian Nov 03, 10am-2pm, Learn to cook delicious vegetarian with a variety of beans and grains. Jubilee Farm, 6760 Old Jacksonville Rd, 787-6927.

Drive To End Hunger Kick-Off Nov 01, 5-7pm, AARP Illinois and Springfield Senior Center. Appetizers, drinks and music. $10. Cafe Moxo, 411 E. Adams St, 1-866-448-3613.

POLITICS Foundation for a United Front Nov 10, 12-2pm, Learning From Xamon Song: Meet Southern Illinois Author Adam Stone. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St, 217-753-4900.

It’s My Vote - I Will Be Heard Nov 01, 7pm, Free public policy forum hosted by AAUW. Voting groups effect on election outcomes. UIS faculty Chris Mooney, Michael Miller, John Transue. American Lung Association, 3000 Kelly Lane, 546-1296.

HISTORY Boys in Blue Exhibit Nov 01-02, 05-09, 12-14, 9am- 5pm Mon-Fri, New images and artifacts, including original Civil War battle flag. Free. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 North Sixth St, 217-558-8844. Decatur Genealogical Society Dinner Meeting Nov 14, 6pm, Mr. Adam Henderson, Sexton of Greenwood, Spangler, and Sharon Cemeteries in Decatur. $17.60 by Nov. 7. Scovill Banquet Facilities, 3909 West Main Street, Decatur.

Life with Susan Nov 10, 9am-4pm, Portrayals of key people in Susan Lawrence Dana’s life each second Saturday of month through Dec. with music and poetry. Admission. Dana- Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence, 217-782-6776.

Victorian Parlor Hypnosis Nov 10, 7pm, Authentic Victorian hypnosis show in historic Edwards Place parlors with audience participation. $25. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St, 217-523-2631.

AUDITIONS Peter Pan Auditions Nov 04, 4pm, For Springfield Youth Performance Group production Feb. 23. Must be enrolled at an area dance studio. Springfield Dance, 5531 International Parkway.

HEALTH Connection Support Group Nov 03, 1-2:30pm, First Sat. each month. National Alliance on Mental Illness Support Group for persons with mental illness. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St, 891-5570.

DBSA Central Illinois Nov 06, 13, 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.

Lincolnland Stroke Support Network Nov 03, 1-3pm, First Saturday each month. Details, 793-2000. Dream Suitezzz, 3233 Mathers Road.

SIU Men’s Night Out Featuring Mike Matheny Nov 08, 5-8pm, Dinner, health screenings, t-shirts, prizes, grilling demos. No women, 21 and over. $15. siumed.edu/ cancer. Springfield High School, 101 S. Lewis St, 545-7133.

Stepmom Support Group Nov 13, 7-8:30pm, Support group for Springfield area stepmoms. 652-4676 or email KLOlson@ speednet.com. Starbucks Coffee Company, 217-793-2193.

FAITH & PHILOSOPHY Greater Spingfield Interfaith Association Nov 06, 11:45am-1:30pm, Hosted by Pastor Sara Isbell. Chatham United Methodist Church, 104 West Chestnut Street, Chatham, 217-483-2132.

Veterans Day Service Nov 11, 3pm, Listen to brief talk from each of five veterans who served in different branches of the military, and Gold Star mother. Atterberry Community Baptist Church, 13922 Greeley St. Petersburg, 217-632-3169.

Volunteers Sought To prepare of deliver Thanksgiving Day meals to home-bound citizens. Phone if you can help. First Church of the Brethren, 2115 Yale Boulevard, 523-5212. Who Are the Elect? Nov 04, 10:30am, Rev. Martin Woulfe discusses what religious ancestors meant by “elect” and role of religion in politics. 585- 9550.

World Community Day Nov 09, 1:30pm, Abiding in Community. Sponsored by Church Women United in Springfield. St. John’s Lutheran Church, 2477 W. Washington St, 793-3933.

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