HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS
Chatham Holiday on the Square Nov 17, 10am-2pm, Toys for Tots fundraiser with vendors, Santa, free hot chocolate and cookies. Bring camera, and unwrapped toys to donate. Chatham town square, 101 W. Mulberry, Chatham, 415-3126. Children’s Holiday Store Nov 24-25, 27-28, 4-8pm Tue-Fri, 10am- 5:30pm Sat, 12-5pm Sun. Through Dec. 23, Kids shop with help of volunteers. Benefi ts Mini O’Beirne Crisis Nursery. Closed Mondays. Holiday Store, 3325 Robbins Road, 217-525-6800. Christmas Gala Nov 27, Governor Duncan Association with dinner and entertainment. Hamilton’s, 110 N. East St, Jacksonville.
Christmas Parade - Jacksonville, IL Nov 23, Downtown Jacksonville. For more information phone 217-245-5119. Jacksonville square, 200 E. State , Jacksonville. Christmas Parade - Pana, IL Nov 24, 10am, Santa Comes to Town with free movie following. Kitchell Park, 411 E. Ninth St, Pana.
Christmas in the Park Nov 16-17, 4-8pm Fri and 9am-3pm Sat, Holiday bazaar with decorations and more. Country Place Condo Clubhouse, 1/2 mile east of Toronto Road and 1/2
mile north of North Cotton Hill Road, 217-626-1738.
Christmas on Vinegar Hill Nov 17-18, 8am-5pm Sat, 12-4pm Sun, Follow wooden Christmas trees to homes, churches and businesses with crafts and baked goods. Maps at all locations and courthouse. Mt. Pulaski.
Ghosts of the Library Nov 15-28, 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 Arts & Crafts Bazaar Nov 17, 9am-3pm, Over 30 vendors with jewelry, wood working, hand-made cards, candy, candles and more. 525- 1866. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 South Grand Ave W.
Holiday Decorating Seminars Nov 17, 24, 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 15-17, 19-24, 26-28, 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.
Holiday Wonderland Nov 18, 10am-4pm, Food available by Flossie & Delzina’s Gourmet Grind & Gifts. Gifts of all kinds. Sherman Athletic Club, 420 Crossing Dr. Sherman.
Hope for the Holidays Nov 18, 2-4pm, Discover ways to cope with the holidays after the loss of a loved one. Candle lighting service, holiday remembrance for your home, STAR project for kids. RSVP requested. Free. Staab Polk Memorial Home, Chatham, 8855 State Route 4, Chatham, 217-483- 9292.
Lincoln Memorial Garden Holiday Market Nov 17-18, 9am-5pm Sat, 1-4 Sun, Art and craft items created by Springfi eld Civic Garden Club members. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr, 217-529-1111.
Memorial’s Festival of Trees Nov 17-25, 10am-8pm M-W, Fri-Sat, 10am-5pm Sun, More than 150 trees, swags and wreaths decorated by area designers. $5-$3. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 217- 788-4301.
Morning Star Reindeer Nov 23, 11am-6pm, Santa and his live reindeer. Photos and reindeer food available for purchase. Scheels, 3801 South MacArthur , 217-726-6330.
SHS Shop A Palooza Nov 16, 6pm-9pm, For SHS Vocal Music Program. $1 admission. Springfi eld High School, 101 S. Lewis St, 217-553-6562. Santa Claus at the Mall Nov 24-28, mall hours, Nov. 24 through Christmas Eve get your photo taken with Santa. White Oaks Mall, 2501 Wabash Ave, 217-787-8560.
TMH Holiday Extravaganza Nov 16-17, 9am-5pm Fri, 9am- 2pm Sat, Art and Craft Fair with bake sale, lunch, books, raffl es and over 40 miscellaneous vendors. Taylorville Memorial Hospital Auditorium, 201 E. Pleasant St, Taylorville, 824- 3331. Twice Giving Christmas Nov 17, 9am-3pm, Unique, handcrafted items by artisans worldwide. Benefi ts crafters. Midwest Mission Distribution Center, 1022 New City Road, Chatham, 625-7783.
BOOKS & AUTHORS Contemporary Fiction Group Nov 28, 6-7pm, Group discusses popular fi ction and nonfi ction meets fourth Wednesday of month in Carnegie Room South. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St, 217-753-4900. PondicherryLodge/Sherlock Holmes Society Nov 17, 9am, Chapters I - VII of The Sign of Four. Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 3111 S. Veteran’s Pkwy, 546-8387.
THEATER & COMEDY Comedian Tim Slagle Nov 16-17, 8pm Fri, 7:15pm and 9:30pm Sat, Political satirist with a penchant for the controversial. $12.50-$13.50. Mason City Limits Comedy Club, 114 E. Chestnut, Mason City, 482-5233. Comedian Tommy Blaze Nov 16-17, 7:30pm and 9:30pm, Seasoned veteran. $13-$15. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 625 E. Saint Joseph Street, 391-joke.
M*A*S*H Nov 16-18, 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. The Heavens are Hung in Black Nov 15-18, 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.
West Side Story Nov 21, 7:30pm, Classic Tony Award-winning musical. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160,
800-207-6960.
MUSIC:
GENERAL EVENTS
A Night in Treme Nov 16, 8pm, Music and stories of musicians, chefs, Mardi Gras Indians and ordinary New Orleanians trying to rebuild their lives. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206- 6160, 800-207-6960.
Davina & The Vagabonds Nov 17, 8pm, WUIS’ Bedrock 66 Live concert series. $24. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523- 2787.
Fall Favorites Nov 28, 7:30pm, Sangamon Valley Community Orchestra with new director Aaron Kaplan. $10. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-753-8000.
Hitsville Live: Sounds of Motown Nov 16, 8pm, Produced by and starring Glenn Leonard, original lead singer for The Tempations. $25-$30. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence, 1-800-838- 3006.
Hootenanny Nov 24, 7pm, Ken Bradbury, Barry Cloyd and Friends with music and singalongs. Donations or non-perishable food. Grace United Methodist Church, Jacksonville, 400 W. Morgan St, Jacksonville, 217-245-9521.
Illinois Symphony Orchestra Nov 17, 8pm, 7pm preshow, “Holidays in the Heartland.” With guest Broadway superstar Christiane Noll. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160, 800-207- 6960. Music Under the Dome Nov 25, 4pm, Michel Chatara- Morse, classical guitarist, performs. Free. 243-5435. Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave, Jacksonville, 904-630-2665.
Prairie Grapevine Folklore Society Concert Nov 20, 7:30pm, Ben Bedford celebrates his new CD. $10-$5 donation. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd, 217-585-9550.
Soup & Song Nov 28, 12pm, Soup/dessert lunch. Entertainment at 12:15 Gus Pfl ugmacher Trio. $5 donation. St. John’s Lutheran Church, 2477 W. Washington St, 793-3933.
DANCE A Country Dance Nov 16, 7-11pm, CANSgiving Party - Bring non-perishable
food. $5. Prairie Land Dance Club, 650 Matilda St, Illiopolis, 428-1560. A Country Reunion Dance Nov 18, 6pm, Potluck. $5. Prairie Land Dance Club, 650 Matilda St, Illiopolis, 428-1560.
All About Country Dance Nov 16, 8-11pm, Free lesson at start. DJ Marilyn Ferry. $6. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 836-1438. P.O.L.K. of A. Dance Nov 18, 2-5:30pm, Dynamic Duo. $10-$9. illinoischapterpolkofa. org. Riverton KC Hall, 401 S. Fourth St, Riverton. Salsa Nights Nov 24, 9pm-12:30am, Last Sat. of each month. $3. Abe’s Southside Cafe & Pub, 3751 S. Sixth St, 217-529-5511.
ART & ARCHITECTURE 3T: Reap What You Sow Nov 15, 6pm-12am, All ages art show and sale. Donnie’s Homespun, 107 W. Cook St. 691- 1301. Artist in Residence Reception Nov 17, 2-4pm, Art by local artist and Flyover Zone host Hugh Moore. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St, 217-524-0901.
Brown Bag Art Talk Nov 16, 12pm, UIS professor Mike Miller, “Gerhard Richter.” Free. Michael Victor II Art Library, SAA, 700 N. Fourth Street, 523- 2631.
Carpe Diem Art Show Nov 16-18, 23-25, 12-4pm Fri-Sun, Through Dec. 2, eclectic display of local art. Featured artist Kevin Atterberry, Petersburg. Prairie Palette Art Gallery, on the square, Petersburg, 217-971-7431.
Eat, Pray, Love Nov 15-17, 20-24, 27-28, 10am- 5pm Tue-Fri, 10am-3pm Sat, Linda Post Lucas (Multiple Media) - Mary Ellen Strack (Oil & Pastel) Evie Wilson (Watercolor & Acrylic/ Calligraphy). H.D. Smith Gallery, 420 S. Sixth St, 544-2787.
Gallery Exhibit Nov 18, 20, 25, 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.
Luminous Ground: Artists with Histories Nov 15-28, 8:30am-5pm Mon- Sat, 12-5pm Sun, Through Jan. 2013, view the work of eleven older Illinois artists, ages 78 through 90. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 217- 782-7386.
Photography Exhibit Nov 15-27, 8am-4pm MonThu, 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 15, 19-22, 26-28, 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.
Sangamon Watercolor Society Meeting Nov 22, 7pm, Fourth Thursday of month in third fl oor boardroom. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.
FILM & TELEVISION Central Illinois Film Commission Meeting
Nov 15, 7pm, Third Thursdays in Highland room. “Marlboro Man” Mr. Bob Petit speaks about his 11 year career. 725-1187. Hilton Springfi eld, 700 E. Adams. DVD Concert Night Nov 15, 8pm, Trails End Saloon, 6445 Old Route 54, Curran, 483- 7078.
Lincoln Nov 16, 2pm, 5pm, 8pm, Red carpet affair at evening showings with Abe and Mary present for photos. Lincoln Theater 4, 215 S Kickapoo St, Lincoln, 217-732- 6913.
Sing-a-long Sound of Music Nov 23-24, 7pm, Classic movie on big screen and audience participation event with subtitles for all songs. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217- 523-2787.
White Christmas Nov 24, 1pm, Hosted by Christmas Market with special appearance by Santa. $6 at door. Marvel Theater, Carlinville.
CHILDREN’S CORNER
A Sweet Adventure Nov 18, 1-4:30pm, Santa, crafts, games, candy buffet, entertainment, cake walk, open ice skate 2-4 p.m. Benefi ts Funshop. $5-$2. Lincoln Park, Fifth St and Sangamon Ave, 753- 6234.
Nature Story Adventures Nov 15, 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.
Thanksgiving Thankfulness Nov 15, 10am-12pm, Craft for one preschooler and one of their grown-ups. $40 includes snack and supplies. Urban Sassafras, 200 Broadway, 670-2391.
Wonderous Wednesday Storytime Nov 21, 28, 11am, With Miss Alana, plus activity. Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 3111 S. Veteran’s Pkwy, 546-9440.
NATURE
Project Feeder Watch Kickoff Nov 15, 9am-12pm, Join Master Naturalist volunteers as they participate in citizen science project. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave, 217-544-2473. Springfield Audubon Society Field Trip Nov 17, 9am, To Dickson Mounds Museum. Car pool from Adams. Info, 217-522-0897. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave, 217-544-2473. Springfield Audubon Society Program Nov 15, 7-8pm, Before Icarus: Prehistoric Native American Bird Men. Free. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave, 217-544-2473. Volunteer Work Day Nov 18, 1-3pm, Trail and perimeter maintenance, invasives cutting /removal. Tools provided. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake
Ave, 217-544-2473.
LECTURES & MEETINGS
Edu-Talk Nov 16, 5:30pm, Socialize and network with local teachers second Fri. of every month. All teachers welcome, any discipline, any grade level. Mowie’s Cue, 1277 Toronto Road, 217-529-7616.
IWIL Monthly Luncheon Nov 15, 11:30am-1pm, Panel of women heading local women’s charities. $18-$23. Reservations/ payment by Nov. 9. iwilbiz.com. Sangamo Club, 227 E. Adams St, 217-528-2323. Locating Private Foundation Funding Nov 16, 10am-12pm, Free seminar. Registration required. go.illinois.edu/CINRCCalendar. UIS Brookens Library, One University Plaza, 206-6633. Mcbrian Lincoln Douglas Toastmasters Club 51 Nov 15, 22, 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. Parkinson Disease Support Group Nov 18, 1pm, Yearly social/ meeting. RSVP 698-0088. Family welcome. Mariah’s Restaurant, 3317 Robbins Rd, 698-0088.
Sex Addicts Anonymous Nov 15, 19, 22, 26, 7:30pm Mon and 6:30pm Thu, For those seeking freedom from addictive sexual behavior. Meeting info, springfi [email protected]. Confi dentiality assured. Various locations.
Springfield African- American History Museum Advisory Board Nov 21, 1:30pm, Third Wed. of month at Springfi eld African- American History Museum Offi ce. Second fl oor. 698-6339. National Museum of Surveying, Inc. 521 E. Washington, 217-523-3130. Springfield Camera Club Nov 22, 7pm, Meets second and fourth Thursday each month. 546-5021. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St, 217-528-3407.
BULLETIN BOARD APL Pet Adoptions Nov 17-18, 11am-4pm Sat, 12-3pm Sun, Dogs and cats available Sat. Dogs only on Sun. 544-7387. Petsmart, 3183 S. Veterans Pkwy, 217-698-3091.
Association of Information Technology Professionals Nov 20, 5:30-8pm, Aaron Conkright, Consociate Dansing. Linux - Getting Started, Part II. $23. Lakepointe Grill, 1386 Toronto Rd, 628-3697. Autumn Celebration Nov 15, 4:30-8:30pm, Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, music and entertainment to benefi t Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Ill. 544-0548. The Inn at 835, 835 S. Second St. Backgammon Club Nov 21, 28, 6pm, Every Wed. with Sangamon Valley Backgammon Association. 622- 9447. Capital Teletrack, 1766 Wabash Ave, 217-546-2111 .
Beaux Arts Ball Nov 24, Elegant event honors families and volunteers who generously support the SAA with their time, talent and fi nancial resources. Crowne Plaza, 3000 S. Dirksen Pkwy. CMN Cares for Kids Radiothon Nov 15-16, 6am-7pm, Families of children, doctors and staff interviewed as WDBR raises funds for Children’s Miracle Network. 544-5437.
Charity Coat Drive and Photo Event Nov 15-17, Donate new or used coats during week at both Y locations and get ticket for free photo by Kari Bedford Photography downtown Y Nov. 17 2:30-6:30 p.m. YMCA, 701 S. Fourth St. Christmas in the Country Nov 24, 8am-3pm, Craft tour at 17 locations in Athens area. Maps at Athen businesses. 691-0504.
Collector’s Day Nov 17, 11am-3pm, Local and regional collectors display their unique objects. No buying, selling or appraisals. Free. 782- 0061. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 782-0061. Cookie Walk and Craft Sale Nov 17, 9am-3pm, Homemade cookies ($5 pound) and candies, fi ne art and handcrafted items to benefi t art scholarship and Black Hawk School activities. Springfi eld Ceramics and Crafts Club, 2626 S. Pasfi eld St.
Drive To End Hunger AARP Donation Days Nov 21, 28, 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. Giant Flea Market Nov 18, 8:30am-4:30pm, $1.25,
age 12 and under free with adult. Illinois Building. 529-6939. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 782-8886.
Heart Art Ladies All Day Crafting Event Nov 17, 9am-9pm, Any type of craft. Includes three meals. $25- 30. Hope Church, 3000 Lenhart Rd, 622-5735.
Mouse Races Nov 17, 7-10pm, Special Olympics Mouse Races. Wager on individual races. Beer, soda, wine, hors’devorves included in admission. $15. Knights of Columbus Hall Council 364, 2200 S. Meadowbrook Rd, 546-7359.
Open Mic Nov 16, 8pm, Sign up one hour before show to share music, poetry, etc. Theatre Club hosts. Sangamon Hall South. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 217-786-2200. Pet Photo with Santa Nov 25, 6pm, After mall closes. All pets must enter through ITT entrance and be on a leash. White Oaks Mall, 2501 Wabash Ave, 217-787-8560.
Pharmacy Open Nov 22, 7pm, Fourth Thursday of month, poetry, prose, song, stand-up and more. 6:30 p.m. sign-up. The Pharmacy, 401 South Grand Avenue West, 217- 652-3273. Philanthropy Day Celebration Luncheon Nov 15, 11:30am, Keynote speaker, Jesse White, Secretary of State. 544-6464 x45723. Illini Country Club, 1601 S Illini Rd, 217-546-4614. Pinterest Party Nov 17, 1-8pm, Bring your own projects or work on a few provided. Free. Urban Sassafras, 200 Broadway, 670-2391. Policy Breakfast Nov 16, 7:30am coffee, 8am program, “Review of Nov. 6 Election Results.” Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.
Springfield Model Railroad Club Nov 17, 1-4pm, See a 4-scale mile layout representing Joliet to Brooklyn Illinois route. Free. Pavilion. Washington Park, South Grand and MacArthur, 217-753- 6225.
ThinkFirst Poinsettias Nov 15-16, SIU School of Medicine, 801 N. Rutledge, 545- 2155.
Victorian Parlor Hypnosis Nov 17, 7pm, Authentic Victorian hypnosis show in Edwards Place parlor! $25. Advanced registration required. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St, 217-523-2631. Vigil for Peace
Nov 17, 24, 12pm, Each Saturday at noon on corner of Sixth and Monroe, outside Federal Building. All are welcome. 544-3997. Downtown Springfi eld.
THANKSGIVING Community Thanksgiving Dinner Nov 17, 5-9pm, C.O.R.A.L. presents with Capital City Men’s Chorus at 5:30 followed by dinner (main dishes provided by C.O.R.A.L. you may bring a side dish). Can goods collected for Heartland Metropolitan Community church. 498-9930 or 494-08567. First Church of the Brethren, 2115 Yale Boulevard, 523-5212.
Holiday Farmers Market Nov 17, 9am-1pm, Everything you need for your holiday dinner. Artisan’s Building. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 528-1563.
Thanksgiving Meal Nov 22, 12-2pm, Free dinein or request meal delivery.
Reservations, 523-3639. Central Baptist Church, 501 S. Fourth St.
POLITICS Return of Illinois Nov 17, 10:30am, Dr. Kent Redfi eld, UIS. Free talk on political ethics, campaign fi nance and faith organizations. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St, 217- 494-0512.
HISTORY 50 Shades of History Nov 20, 12pm, Free bi-monthly lunchtime book discussions. Nov. 20, Jan. 15, Mar. 19, May 21, July 17, Sept. 17, Nov. 19. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 North Sixth St, 217- 558-8844.
Culture of Clothing Nov 19, 6:30-8:30pm, Models wear and talk about dresses and jewelry of Mary Lincoln. $25. wasMaryLincolnCrazy.com. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St, 217- 782-5764.
AUDITIONS Les Liaisons Dangereuses Nov 16-17, 2pm, For spring production. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 217-786-2200.
HEALTH Connection Support Group Nov 21, 7-8:30pm, Third Wednesday. National Alliance on Mental Illness Support Group for persons who have a mental illness. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St, 891-5570.
DBSA Central Illinois Nov 20, 27, 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 Nov 15, 6:30pm, Thursdays, 12-step support program for emotional, mental health issues, coping or addictions. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 South Grand Ave W, 217-816- 1083.
Memory Loss Conference Nov 16-17, 8am-4:15pm, Experts in fi elds of Alzheimer’s disease. $85-$30. Crowne Plaza, 3000 S. Dirksen Pkwy, 217-545-7181.
NAMI Support Group Nov 21, 7-8:30pm, Third Wed. National Alliance on Mental
Illness for family and friends of persons with mental illness. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St, 891-5570.
Reiki for Cancer Patients Nov 19, 26, By Appointment, Open to all cancer patients regardless of where they are treated. Register phone. Simmons Cancer Institute, 315 W. Carpenter, 217-545-5408. Surviving the Holidays Nov 15, 6:15pm, Group program for those struggling to cope with death and divorce during holiday season. Ministry of Chatham Presbyterian Church. , 483-1224.
FAITH & PHILOSOPHY Court Madonna Meeting Nov 15, 6:30pm, Monthly meeting for Catholic women. Guests welcome. 528-4582. St. Agnes Church, 245 N. Amos St, 217-793-1330.
Thanksgiving Service Nov 18, 10:30am, Rev. Martin Woulfe speaks on how service to others is one source of joy. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd, 585-9550. Thanksgiving Day Service Nov 22, 10:30am, Hour-long service includes Bible lesson, hymns of thanksgiving and expressions of gratitude. First Church of Christ, Scientist, 601 S. Second St. SPORTS & FITNESS 2012 Air King Shootout Nov 24, 1pm, Indoor dirt kart racing. Coliseum. $20-$5. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave, 782-8886. Springfield Junior Blues Game Nov 16-17, 7pm, Jr. Blues vs Topeka. Nelson Center Ice Arena, Lincoln Park, 1601 N. Fifth St, 217-525-2589.
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