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Books & Authors Brenda Wineapple, Ecstatic Nation Jan 16, 6pm. Signing copies of her book and speaking in Union Theater at 6:30 p.m. Reservations required, online or phone 217-558- 8934. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St, 217-782- 5764.

Classics Book Group Jan 13, Through Apr 21. 12-1:30pm. Bicentennial Room, third fl oor. Angle of Repose by Wallace Earle Stegner. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St, 217-753-4900.

Martin Luther King Essay Contest Jan 9, Through Jan 13. 5pm. Deadline for grades 5-12. Mail to: Pastor Silas Johnson, Calvary Baptist Church, 2208 Kansas St., Springfi eld, IL 62703. Winners announced at Ministerial Alliance Dr. Martin Luther King Jr birthday celebration Jan. 19. Winners required to present their essay. Cash awards. 217-698-0287. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, 2208 Kansas St, (217) 544-1424.

PondicherryLodge/Sherlock Holmes Society Jan 18, 9am. Discussion of The Adventure of the Noble Bachelor. 217-546-8387. 546-8387. Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 3111 S. Veteran’s Pkwy, 546-9440.

Spoken Word Springfield Poets and Writers Open Mic Jan 15, Through Dec 17. 6-8pm. Every third Wed. sign up to read some poetry, prose, nonfi ction. Listeners welcome. Food available for purchase. 217-725-9058. Robbie’s, 4 S. Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-528-1901.

Theater & Comedy Hello, Dolly! Jan 22, 7:30pm. Tony-award winning musical starring Sally Struthers. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 217-206-6160. Best of the Midwest Comedy Showcase Jan 10, 8pm. Best up and coming comedians from Chicago, St. Louis, Indianapolis and central Illinois. $5. 217-482-5233. Mason City Limits Comedy Club, 114 E. Chestnut, Mason City, 482-5233.

Comedian Chris Boom Boom Johnson Jan 10, 7:30pm and 9:30pm. $13 and $15. 217-391-5653. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 625 E. Saint Joseph Street, 391-JOKE.

Comedian Actor Tom Arnold Jan 17-18, 7:30pm and 9:30pm. 217-

391-5653. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 625 E. Saint Joseph Street, 391-JOKE.

Comedian Dr. Gonzo Jan 17, Through Jan 18. 8pm. The Doc of Comedy Rock has opened for Huey Lewis & The News, Night Ranger, Jefferson Starship, Joe Walsh and Stevie Ray Vaughn. $12.50. 217-482- 5233. Mason City Limits Comedy Club, 114 E. Chestnut, Mason City, 482-5233.

Hair Jan 10, Through Jan 19. 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sun. Springfi eld Theatre Centre presents musical about bohemian life in NYC and fi ghting against conscription in Vietnam War. $15-$18. Adult content. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St, 217-523-2787.

Music: General Events Capital City Men’s Chorus Jan 19, Through Jan 26. 5:30pm. New members welcome. Rehearsals every Sunday. tccmc.org. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 South Grand Ave W, 217-525-1866.

Corey Harris Jan 16, 7pm. Singer/guitarist Harris delivers informal lecture, performs with his band, “The Rasta Blues Experience.” Free. 217-245-3428. Illinois College Sibert Theatre, McGaw

Fine Arts Center, Jacksonville, 217-245-3000.

Land of Lincoln Barbershop Chorus Jan 18, 7pm. Patriotic songs honoring past and present veterans. $15-$5. 217-245- 5977. Jacksonville High School, Jacksonville. Free Jam Sessions Workshop Jan 18, 10am-12pm, “Fake It Till You Make It: Tips on Getting to Know Your Instrument and Playing in a Group” with Pete Ellertsen. Clayville Historic Site, Ill. 125, Pleasant Plains.217-793-2587.

Millikin University Choir Jan 19, 2:30pm. Nationally recognized group. Central Baptist Church, 501 S. Fourth St. Seeking Musicians Jan 9, 5:40-7:30pm. First day of rehearsals for UIS Chamber Ensemble open to students, faculty, alumni and community. Thursdays in VPA 33. 206- 7549. University of Illinois at Springfi eld, 217-206-6073.

Seeking Musicians for UIS Chorus Jan 21, Through May 3. 7pm. Rehearsals open to anyone in community. VPA 33. 206-

7549. University of Illinois at Springfi eld, 217-206-6073.

The Wanda Mountain Boys, The Redemptions Jan 18, 6pm. Concert in sanctuary open to public. Love offering. Rochester United Methodist Church, 555 South Walnut, Rochester.

Dance Dance Jan 10, Through Feb 28. 8pm. Every Friday night. BAM plays. $10. VFW Post #755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, 217-546- 9515.

Art & Architecture Art Exhibit Jan 13, Through Jan 30. 8am- 4pm. “Good Job/Congrats/You Did It” on display through Jan. 30. Small and medium-scaled paper sculptures celebrating a nameless victor for ambiguous accomplishments by Megan Rigoni-McCormic. LLCC James S. Murray Gallery, Upper level, Menard Hall, 217-786-2219. Creative Pulse Jan 9, Through March 3, Creative Pulse, online gallery for art, poems, writings and photography of central Illinois.

whitefoxsocialmedia.com/ creative-pulse-gallery. 217- 546-9280. Figurism: Narrative and Fantastic Figurative Art Jan 9, Through Mar 2. 8:30am-5pm. Historical and contemporary body-based art by over fi fty artists from ISM collection. 217-782-7440. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 217-782-7386. L. Philip Trutter Commemorative Exhibit Jan 9, 10am-3pm Tue, Wed, Thu. Through July 2015, Trutter’s artwork including one-of-a-kind handmade puzzles, interview excerpts of his thoughts on growing up in Springfi eld, his art and architecture. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Road, 217-786-2200.

Film & Television Humanities Film Festival Jan 16, 6pm. With discussion led by Dr. Jeannie Zeck, Associate Professor at MacMurray College. Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave, Jacksonville, 904-630-2665.

Molly Schlich Film Series

Jan 12, Through Mar 4. 1pm and 4pm Sun, 7pm Tue. Eight acclaimed fi lms. Three viewings of each on Sundays and Tues. night. $8-$4. AMC Parkway 8, 3025 Lindbergh Boulevard, 888-262-4386.

Slow Food Springfield Film Festival Jan 25, 2-8:30pm. $7. Students free with ID. Slowfoodspringfi eld.org. Benedictine University, 1500 N. Fifth St., 217-525-1420.

Children’s Corner Children’s Renga Workshop Jan 11, 2pm. Schoolchildren of all ages led by UIS instructor. Free. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St, 217-524-0901.

Story Time at the Museum Jan 13, 10am. “Winter Animals.” Ages 3-5 and

caregivers. Stories, songs and chance for kids to see and learn about objects from museum’s collections. Free, open to public. 217-782-5993. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 217- 782-7386.

Super Saturdays at the Museum Jan 11, 11am. Create Woolly Mammoth, learn how animals of Ice Age compare to animals today, solve a bone puzzle and more. For ages 3-8 and parents. Free. 217-782-6044. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St, 217-782-7386.

Winter Wonderland Kiddo Class Jan 16, 10am. Age 2-5 and grown-up. $40. 217-670- 2391. Urban Sassafras, 200 Broadway, 217-670-2391.

Winter Wonderland Kiddo Class Jan 18, 9am. Age 2-5 and grown-up. $40. 217-670- 2391. Urban Sassafras, 200 Broadway, 217-670-2391.

Environment Winter Birds of Northern Illinois Jan 12, 2pm. Springfi eld Audubon annual 45-minute meeting followed by Bob and Cathy Andrini’s pictorial presentation. Potluck dinner at 4 p.m. Free to public. 217-725- 7650. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 East Clear Lake Ave, 217- 544-2473.

Lectures & Meetings ABATE Chapter Meeting Jan 16, 7pm. ABATE Lincoln Land Monthly Chapter Meeting. All motorcycle enthusiasts welcome. Third Thursday of every month. 217-836-3336. Northender’s VFW, 2349 Stockyard Rd, 217-523-7523.

Illinois Specialty Crops, Agritourism and Organic Conference Jan 9, Through Jan 10. 12pm. Three-day conference and 60-booth trade show with seed, equipment, bakery items, etc. for these same producers and

roadside market operators. 309-557-2107. Crowne Plaza, 3000 S. Dirksen Pkwy, 217- 529-7777.

McBrian Lincoln Toastmasters Jan 9, 6pm. Weekly meeting dedicated to helping individuals improve leadership and communication skills. 416- 5127. Our Savior’s Lutheran School, 2645 Old Jacksonville Rd, 217-546-4531. Sex Addicts Anonymous Jan 13, Through Dec 29. 7:30- 8:30pm. Twelve-step recovery group for those seeking freedom from addictive sexual behavior. Springfi eldsaa@gmail. com. Anonymity assured. Springfield Chapter DAR Jan 18, 11:30am. “Preservation and Restoration of Historic Textiles and other Family Heirlooms, Carol Phillips. About $16.00. Reservations (at least a week before), 217-741-7463. Panther Creek Country Club, 3001 Panther Creek Dr, 546- 4431.

Springfield Civil War Roundtable Meeting Jan 16, 7pm. Sarah Thomas, author of “Through Time and Space.” 217-679-1880. Grand Army of the Republic Museum, 629 S. Seventh St, 217-522- 4373.

Bulletin Board SRRC Post Race Party Registration Jan 18, 5pm. Cocktail hour, meeting, dinner awards and guest speaker Author Christopher McDougall, dancing. Hilton Springfi eld, 700 E. Adams, 217-789-1530.

DSI Dinner and Awards Ceremony Jan 22, 5pm. Downtown Springfi eld, Inc. honors individuals, businesses, organizations and projects for their service and accomplishments. $70. Hilton Springfi eld, 700 E. Adams, 217- 789-1530.

Heads Up Group Jan 19, 2pm. For those with a head injury. 217-523- 2587. Springfi eld Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 217-523- 0427. Post Polio Group Jan 18, 10am. Support group for those who have had polio. 217-523-2587. Springfi eld Center for Independent Living,

330 S. Grand Ave. West, 217- 523-0427.

Seeking Musicians Jan 21, Through May 3. 7pm. For UIS Old Time Jam. Open to all. Rehearsals second and fourth Wed. 7-9:30 p.m. 206- 7549. University of Illinois at Springfi eld, 217-206-6073. Starting Your Business in Illinois Jan 9, 6pm. Montgomery Hall. Free. Register by phone, 544- 7232. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 217-786-2200.

Politics IL NORML Springfield Meeting Jan 11, 3:30pm. First meeting in Springfi eld to end cannabis prohibition. 847-341-0591. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St, 217-753-4900.

History Quilt and Fiber Arts Jan 18, Through Jan 19. 9am. Carding wool, spinning, knitting, weaving and quilting - in the visitor center. Limited activities in village so visitors can get a taste of winter in a 1830s log home. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, 15588 History Lane, Petersburg, 217- 632-4000. Wright Concepts Tour Jan 10, 10am. Longtime docent Larry Betz explains Wright’s principles of architectural design. $20 donation. Dana- Thomas House, 301 E. Lawrence, 217-782-6776.

Auditions 2014 Gala Auditions - La Cage aux Folles Jan 11, 10am. Two days of auditions for May 23-25 and 30 and June 1 production. Email [email protected] for appointment or sign up Jan. 11 at 10 a.m. 217-523-2787. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St.

Health DBSA Central Illinois Jan 14, 6:30-8:30pm. Tuesdays. For those affected by mood disorder, friends/ family. Fellowship Hall, lower level. 414-7368. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St, 217- 528-3407.

Fitness for You Jan 9, 12:30-1:30pm. Various

exercises and fi tness routines for cancer patients. Register by phone. Free on Thursdays. 217- 545-0798. Simmons Cancer Institute, 315 W. Carpenter, 217-545-0798.

GROW in Illinois Mental Health Jan 15, Through Dec 18. 2:30pm. Wednesdays, 12-step support program for emotional, mental health issues, coping or addictions. 217-816- 1083. Salvation Army Corps Community Center, 530 N. Sixth Street, 525-2196.

Health Screenings Jan 11, 11am. Free to members and public. Springfi eld Sam’s Club, 2300 White Oaks Dr., 217- 787-4126. Pilates Jan 15, 11am-12pm. Free to cancer patients through Side- By-Side Program. Register by phone. Wednesdays. 217- 545-0798. Simmons Cancer Institute, 315 W. Carpenter, 217-545-0798.

Faith & Philosophy Baha’i Devotional Program Jan 12, 12pm. Month’s theme: Baha’i Concept of the Holy Spirit. All welcome; come as you are. Springfi eld Baha’i Center, 1131 S. Eighth St, 217- 544-9595. Being Allies for Equity Jan 19, 10:30am. Exploring institutional barriers to equality. 217-585-9550. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd, 217-585-9550. Informal Conversations About God Jan 10, Through Jan 10. 1:15pm. Free. Enter Cook Street canopy and look for green God sign. 217-494-8041. Vinegar Hill Mall. The Spirituality of Kurt Vonnegut Jan 12, 10:30am. Refl ections on Unitarian author’s writings and religious ideas and identity. 217-585-9550. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd, 217-585-9550.

Sports & Fitness Springfield Jr. Blues Home Game Jan 10, 7:05pm. $12-$8 217- 525-2589. Nelson Center Ice Arena, Lincoln Park, 1601 N. Fifth St, 217-525-2589.