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Holiday Happenings

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny Mar 19, 8-10am Breakfast, pictures with the bunny himself, Easter egg hunts, more. Register by Mar 16. Residents: $13 adult, $11 child. Non: $15 adult, $13 child. springfi eldparks. org. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., 585-1821.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade Mar 12, 12pm Sat. Family fun area on 7th street near Lincoln Library. springfi eldirish.org. Downtown Springfi eld.

Fairs & Festivals

Homegrown Fest and Composting Symposium Mar 19, 9am-3:30pm Mini-workshops from local experts on topics such as gardening, homesteading, DIY, cooking, preservation, children’s sessions, more. $10-30. growspringfi eld.org. 217-528-1563. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Road, 786-2200.

My Favorite Things, QUILTS Biannual Show Mar 18-19, 10am-6pm Fri, 10am- 4pm Hundreds of quilts and quilted items, Hoffman Challenge Quilts, quilt appraisals by appointment with Hallye Bone, small quilted items, vendors, beverages, lunch. $7 one day, $10 two day. 217-899-6873. Orr Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 725-8047.

Books & Authors

Brown Bag Book Discussion Mar 15, 12-1pm Discussion of “Seeking Bipartisanship: My Life in Politics” by Ray LaHood. Bring lunch. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, 112 N. Sixth St., 558-8844.

History Comes Alive Series Mar 19, 4pm Dr. Dan Guillory, Professor Emeritus at Millikin University, reads poetry from his book The Lincoln Poems. Book signing to follow program. Free. Governor Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, 421 W. William, Decatur, 330-6614.

Poets in the Parlor: Aubrie Cox Mar 13, 2-3pm Haiga editor for the online haiku journal A Hundred Gourds, editor of a section in Ripples, Haiku Society of America’s newsletter. Free. vachellindsay.org. Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site, 603 S. Fifth St., 524-0901.

Pondicherry Lodge Mar 19, 6:30pm Sherlock Holmes Society of Central Illinois’ semi-annual fi lm evening. Viewing and discussion of Mr. Holmes. sherlock.lolopop.org. 620- 0042. Adjoining Homes of Betty Washko and Bill and Mary Denham, 36 and 40 Westwood Terrace, 546-8387.

SPW Open Mic Mar 16, 6-8pm 217-725-9058. Robbie’s, 4 S. Old State Capitol Plaza, 528-1901.

Theater & Comedy

Cinderella: The Ballet Mar 12, 2pm, 7:30pm . A favorite fairytale, set in Renaissance Tuscany, comes to life. Performed by the Minnesota Ballet Company. Choreographed by Allen Fields. $25-45 adults, $5 students. minnesotaballet. org. Kirkland Fine Arts Center, 1184 W. Main St., Decatur, 424-6318.

Comedian Ben Moore Mar 11-12, 8:30-10pm Fri, 8-9:30pm $12.50 cash only at door or prepay online at mclimits.com. Mason City Limits Comedy Club, 114 E. Chestnut, Mason City, 482-5233.

Comedian James Johann Mar 11-12, 7:30pm, 9:30pm Fri-Sat. A “Bob and Tom Show” regular, also seen on CMT and Last Comic Standing. $13, $15. donniebscomedyclub.com. Donnie B’s Comedy Club, 3455 Freedom Dr., 391- JOKE.

Comedian Kevin Meaney Mar 18-19, 8pm Fri-Sat. One of the US’ most popular standup comedians for more than 25 years. $15 cash only at club or prepay online, mclimits.com. Mason City Limits Comedy Club, 114 E. Chestnut, Mason City, 482-5233.

Late Nite Catechism Mar 18, 8pm Fri. Admission. hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.

Love is Eternal Mar 11-12, 7:30pm Fri-Sat. A play about the wedding of Mary Todd and Abraham Lincoln. Panel discussion, wine, cake reception to follow. $25. edwardsplace.org. Edwards Place, Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Murder at Rancho Mucho Denaros Mar 11-13, 18-20, 6:30pm Fri- Sat, 1pm Springfi eld Theater Centre murder mystery dinner fundraiser. $25. hcfta.org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523-2787.

Peter Pan Mar 11-13, 7pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Timeless, classic Broadway musical. Directed by Matthew Vala. Choreographed by Autumn Meyer. Features Hoogland Kids and Teens. $10, $14, $16. hcfta. org. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., 523- 2787.

SHG’s Footloose Mar 17-20, 7:30-10pm Thu-Sat, 2-5pm Adults $10, students and seniors $8. Tickets, 787-1595 x 153. shg.org. SHG Dominican Hall Theatre, 1200 W. Washington.

SHG’s Footloose Children’s Dance Party Mar 20, 12-2pm Meet the cast, get a backstage tour, dance the afternoon away. $15. shg.org. 217-787-1595. SHG Dominican Hall Theatre, 1200 W. Washington.

Spotlight on Ice 2016 Mar 19-20, 2pm Sat-Sun. Springfi eld Figure Skating Club’s 40th anniversary Spotlight on Ice 2016. Theme: “Unforgettable.” $18-$23. sfsc4u.com. 217-483-1472. Nelson Center Ice Arena, Lincoln Park, 1601 N. Fifth St., 525-2589.

The Boys from Nantucket Mar 11-13, 7:30pm Thu- Sat, 2pm New two-man musical by Ken Bradbury and John Love featuring Jim Yale and John Love. Tickets. playhouseonthesquare.net. Playhouse on the Square, 68 E. Central Park, Jacksonville, 491-3977.

The Lion King Jr. Mar 17-20, 7-9pm Thu- Sat, 3-5pm Spring musical performed by students from Cantrall Intermediate School and Athens Jr. High School. $5 adults, $3 students. 217-636- 8380. Cantrall Intermediate School, 155 Claypool, Cantrall. Music: General Events

Simply Patsy Tribute Concert Mar 12, 7-11pm Prairie Land Dance Club, 650 Matilda St., Illiopolis, 428-1560.

Brit Floyd, The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Show Mar 16, 7:30pm Space and Time CONTINUUM features a spectacular new million dollar light show and state of the art video design. Admission. sangamonauditorium.com. 217-206-6150. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 206-6160.

Britain’s Best - Last Night of the Proms Light Classics Mar 19, 7:30-9:30pm Selections include Vaughn Williams’ “Serenade to Music,” Walton’s “Crown Imperial March,” Parry’s “Jerusalem” and Anderson’s “Irish Suite.” $20, $40, $60. ilsymphony.org. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, 1 University Plaza, 206-6160.

Capital Chamber Singers Mar 23, 12:15-12:45pm Choral music concert. Program TBA. Free. lincolnschurch.org. First Presbyterian Church, 321 S. Seventh St., 528-4311.

Concert by Avanti Guitar Trio Mar 12, 8-9:30pm Eclectic variety of music covering the Renaissance through Romantic eras, music from Spain and Latin America, plus arrangements of folk tunes, pop music, contemporary compositions. $15 adults; $10 students, seniors. 217-546- 2782. Grace Lutheran Church, 714 East Capitol Ave., 522- 3965.

Concordia University Wind Symphony Mar 13, 4:30-5:30pm Premier instrumental ensemble at Concordia University Chicago. Conducted by Richard Fischer. Free-will offering. oursaviorschurch.org. Our Savior’s Lutheran School, 2645 Old Jacksonville Road, 546-4531.

Cowboy Church Mar 13, 5-8pm Clementine Memorial Church, 2075 N. 11th St., 638-1648.

Heritage String Quartet Mar 16, 12:15-12:45pm First Presbyterian Church, 321 S. Seventh St., 528-4311.

Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra Mar 19, 7:30-9:30pm “Jade Connections” concert. $15 adults, free to children and students. jaxsym.com. 217- 371-2182. Rammelkamp Chapel, Illinois College, 215 Park St., Jacksonville, 245- 3000.

Joseph Hall: Elvis - Rock ‘N’ Remember Mar 18, 8pm Fri. Offi cially recognized as one of the top Elvis tribute artists in the world today. Branson’s 2014 Male Performer of the Year. $20, $25 VIP. atthelegacy.com. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence, 800- 838-3006.

Dance

Rhapsody in Gershwin Mar 11-13, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2pm Sat-Sun. Show features Springfi eld Ballet Company dancers, guest artists, fi ve fi ne, local vocalists, creative choreography, live jazz combo. $20 advance, $25 day of. springfi eldballetco.org. 217-544- 1967. The Legacy Theatre, 101 E. Lawrence, 800-838-3006. Art & Architecture

Alfred Krehbiel Exhibition Opening Mar 11, 5:30-7:30pm Fri. Retrospective of Alfred Krehbiel, known for his Neo-Classical style murals in the Illinois Supreme Court building. On display through Apr 9. Free. springfi eldart.org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

A ndrew Paul Woolbright Artist Talk/Reception Mar 10, 5:30pm-8am Thu. Opening reception plus arts talk for “Love Amongst the Amaranth” by contemporary visual artist Andrew Paul Woolbright. Free. uis.edu/visualarts/gallery. UIS Visual Arts Gallery, HSB 201, One University Plaza, 206-6506.

ArtLiterations Mar 17, 5:30-7pm Thu. Featured artist Theo Landsverk, author of children’s book Madman’s Rhyme. Other artists TBA. Free. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery in the Hoogland, 420 S. Sixth St., 544- 2787.

Brown Bag Lecture Mar 18, 12pm Fri. Local artist Sheri Ramsey gives lecture about Arthur Dove, an early 20th century American artist. Free. springfi eldart.org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Finding Vivian Maier: Meet Linda Matthews Mar 10, 7-8:30pm Thu. Meet Linda Matthews, who appears in the award winning documentary Meet Vivian Maier. Free. jaxpl.org. Jacksonville Public Library, 201 West College Ave., Jacksonville, 243-5435.

Jazz Album Canvas & Cocktails Mar 11, 7-9:30pm Fri. Choose from variety of jazz album covers and create the image on a 12x12 canvas. 21+. Reservations required. $10 SAA members, $20 non. springfi eldart.org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Joyful Evolutions Exhibit Mar 10-11, 17-18. Juried artist exhibit features paintings by Midge Langfelder, jewelry by Beverly Brekke-Bailey and paintings by Jim Edwards. On display through Apr 21. Free. prairieart.org. Prairie Art Alliance Gallery in the Hoogland, 420 S. Sixth St., 544-2787.

Mixin’ Media Art Exhibit Opening Mar 11, 6-9pm Fri. One-of-a-kind art works from local artists. Free. inspirespringfi eld.com. Inspire, 221 S. 6th St., 836-3247.

World Music Canvas & Cocktails Mar 18, 7-9:30pm Fri. Choose from international music album covers and create the image on a 12x12 canvas. 21+. Reservations required. $10 SAA members, $20 non. springfi eldart.org. Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.

Film & Television

Free Films - Best Of Route 66 Mar 10, 6:30-8pm Thu. 217-725- 9058. Z Bistro, 220 S. Sixth St., 522-4049.

Children’s Corner

Archery 101 Mar 14, 6-7pm Join Scheels Kids’ Klub and learn archery safety from Panther Creek Bowhunters Club, shoot a bow and arrow, make take-home target, get face painted. Free. scheels.com/events. Scheels, 3801 S. MacArthur, 726-6330.

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

Mar 19, 8-10am Continental breakfast, egg hunt, photos, more. Registration, prepayment required. Members: $13 adult, $11 child. Non: $15 adult, $13 child. hensonrobinsonzoo.org. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., 585-1821.

Funny Bunnies Mar 19, 1-3pm A Zooper Edventures program for ages 5-6. Theme-related games, crafts, zoo discovery walk and fun learning. $11 residents, $13.50 non. hensonrobinsonzoo.org. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., 585-1821.

Kids’ Night Out Mar 12, 6:30-9:30pm Kids play in gym, swim, play games, make friends. $7 members, $10 public. springfi eldymca.org. YMCA, 701 S. Fourth St., 544-9846.

Lap Sit Stories Mar 14, 11am For babies 0-18 months and their parents. Free. lincolnlibrary.info. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 753-4900.

Parents’ Night Out Mar 12, 6-8:30pm Parents drop off kids ages 2-7 for a fun, safe evening. Registration deadline Mar 11. $10 members, $20 public. springfi eldymca.org 217- 679-0920. Springfi eld YMCA Gus & Flora Kerasotes Branch, 4550 West Iles Ave., 679-1625. Saturday Stories Mar 12, 11am Every Saturday. For kids of all ages and their parents. Free. lincolnlibrary.info. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 753-4900.

Thursday Stories Mar 10, 10:30am Thu. For kids of all ages and their parents. Free. lincolnlibrary.info. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 753-4900.

Nature

43rd Annual Spring Floral Display Mar 19, 21-23, 12-4pm Mon-Fri, 12-5 Sat-Sun. Easter lilies, lush tropical foliage on display. Hosted by Springfi eld Park District. Free. springfi eldparks.org. Washington Park Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall, 1740 W. Fayette Ave., 546- 4116.

Butterfly & Moth Gardening in Illinois Mar 10, 6:30-8pm Thu. Presentation by Sue Dees- Hargrove. Learn which plants butterfl ies and moths require/ prefer. Hosted by the Central Chapter of the Illinois Native Plant Society. Free. ill-inps.org. 217-971-1615. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 E. Clear Lake Ave., 544-2473.

First Detector Seminar Mar 15, 9am-4pm Learn about early detection of and responses to invasive pests in Illinois. $40 includes instruction, lunch, training materials. Registration required, web. extension.illinois.edu/lms. University of Illinois Extension, 700 S. Airport Dr., 782-4617.

Springfield Audubon Society Program Mar 17, 6pm Thu. Presentation by Jacques Nuzzo on the Illinois Raptor Center’s raptor rehabilitation program. Live raptor will be present. $5. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 E. Clear Lake Ave., 544-2473.

Terrarium Seminar Mar 10, 5:30pm Thu. Horticulture educator Jennifer Fishburn provides terrarium tips and helps participants create their own terrarium to take home. $15. Pre-registration, web.extension.illinois.edu/lms. University of Illinois Extension, 700 S. Airport Dr., 782-4617.

Volunteer Work Day Mar 20, 1-3pm With Friends of the Sangamon Valley. illinoisaudubon.org. Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, 2315 E. Clear Lake Ave., 544-2473.

Lectures & Meetings

2016 T.W. Samuels Lecture Mar 16, 7pm Robert D. Putnam, the Peter and Isabel Malkin Professor of Public Policy at Harvard University and bestselling author, presents Our Kids: The American Dream in Crisis. Free. millikin.edu. Kirkland Fine Arts Center, 1184 W. Main St., Decatur, 424-6318.

BEST (Becoming Empowered and Successful Teens) and Parent Group Mar 17, 6-7:30pm Thu. Support group for teens with a disability and their parents. More information, 523-2587. Free. scil.org. Springfi eld Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 523-0427.

Breakfast Optimist Club Mar 11, 7am Fri. Every Friday. Visitors welcome. 217-546-5021. Atonement Lutheran Church, 2800 W. Jefferson St., 546-7646.

Capital City Toastmasters Mar 16, 12-1pm Weekly meeting. Develop communication and leadership skills to foster greater self-confi dence. Visitors welcome. 131-3356. toastmastersclubs.org. Illinois Department of Transportation, 2300 S. Dirksen Parkway.

Central Illinois Numismatic Association Mar 10, 7pm Thu. Monthly meeting. Public invited. Knights of Columbus Hall Council 4175, 2801 West St., 528-5740 .

CIDR’s Snowmobile Club Mar 16, 7:30pm Meets third Wednesday of each month. cidrs. homestead.com. 217-498-7624. Bunkers, 220 Old Route 36, 486- 5100.

Cybersecurity and Privacy Protection Mar 22, 1-4:30pm Understand potential computer security issues and learn to protect your computers, mobile devices, information, identity, etc. $35 person, $49 couple. esimaging. com. 217-524-6749. Capital City Training Center, 130 W. Mason.

GriefShare Mar 15, 6:30-8:30pm 13-week program utilizes video seminar series, workbook and sharing time as participants work through their stages of grief. Register, 899-9418 or [email protected]. griefshare.org. Trinity Lutheran School, 515 S. MacArthur, 787-2323.

GriefShare Mar 14, 6-8pm 10-week seminar for those who have lost someone signifi cant in their lives. Free. First United Methodist Church, 2941 S. Koke Mill Road, 793-9760.

Heads Up Group Mar 20, 2-4pm Support group for those with a traumatic brain injuries. Free. More information, 523-2587. scil.org. Springfi eld Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 523- 0427.

History at SHS/History of SHS Mar 17, 7pm Thu. Guest speaker Jeff Lightfoot, Social Studies Department Chair at Springfi eld High School and 2015 Horace Mann Educator of the Year. Free. 217-546-8065. Grand Army of the Republic Museum, 629 S. Seventh St., 522-4373.

Lincoln College Professor Paul Beaver Mar 18, 5:30pm Fri. Elkhart Historical Society Dinner Lecture features Paul Beaver and his presentation “William Scully’s Prairie and the People Who Farmed It.” Reservations, elkharthistoricalsociety.org. 217- 947-2238. Wild Hare Cafe, 104 Governor Oglesby St., Elkhart, 947-2100.

Post Polio Group Mar 19, 3-4:30pm Support group for those that had polio. Free. More information, 523- 2587. scil.org. Springfi eld Center for Independent Living, 330 S. Grand Ave. West, 523- 0427.

Sertoma Club Mar 21, 12pm Noon, fi rst and third Monday of every month. More information, 546-2782. 217-494-2099. Hibachi Grill Supreme Buffet, 2309 S. MacArthur Blvd., 698-6033.

Single and Parenting Mar 12, 19, 6:30-8:30pm Single parents discover practical strategies in the areas of parenting, fi nancial management. relationship issues, emotional guidance, and more to make positive changes in their families. $20. singleandparenting.org. 217- 685-8099. Trinity Lutheran Grade School, 515 S. MacArthur Blvd., 787-2323.

Stamp Collecting Club Mar 21, 7pm Meets third Monday of each month. More info, 546-5021 or guywire333@ aol.com. Carpenters Union Hall, 211 W. Lawrence Ave., 528- 7571.

The Rotary Club of Springfield Mar 14, 5:30-7pm Weekly meeting features a Club Assembly. Complimentary for interested persons, prospective members. springfi eldilrotary. org. 217-793-1710. Maldaner’s, 222 S. Sixth St., 522-4313.

TranSupport Group Mar 17, 6:30-8:30pm Thu. Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence Ave., 528-5253.

Bulletin Board

APL New Volunteer Orientation Mar 12, 11am-12pm Volunteer opportunities include dog walking, cleaning, animal socialization, pet therapy, education, adoption events, fundraising, more. Must be at least 16 with parent or guardian. Registration, [email protected]. aplshelter.org. Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, 544-7387.

APL New Volunteer Orientation Mar 16, 6-7pm Volunteer opportunities include dog walking, cleaning, animal socialization, pet therapy, education, adoption events, fundraising, more. Must be at least 16 with parent or guardian. Registration, [email protected]. aplshelter.org. Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, 544-7387.

APL Pet Adoptions Mar 12, 11am-4pm Volunteer opportunities include dog walking, cleaning, animal socialization, pet therapy, education, adoption events, fundraising, more. Must be at least 16 with parent or guardian. Registration, [email protected]. aplshelter.org. Petsmart, 3183 S. Veterans Pkwy, 698-3091.

APL Pet Adoptions Mar 13, 11am-3pm Cats available. apl-shelter.org. Petsmart, 3183 S. Veterans Pkwy, 698-3091. APL Pet Adoptions Mar 19, 11am-3pm Cats and dogs available. apl-shelter.org. 217-544-7387. Farm and Home Supply, 3030 Wabash Ave., 217-546-6680.

APL Pet Adoptions Mar 20, 11am-3pm Cats available. apl-shelter.org. 217- 544-7387. Petsmart, 3183 S. Veterans Pkwy, 698-3091.

Blarney Bash Mar 11, 5:30-8:30pm Fri. Hors d’oeuvres, libations, live and silent auction, drawings, raffl es, live music by The Deep Hollow, viewing of vehicle collection. $30 per person, $50 per couple, $250 table of 10. st-patrick.org. 217- 523-7670. Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, J. David Jones Parkway, 788-9200.

Business After Hours Mar 17, 4:30-7pm Thu. Connect with other area professionals and gain exposure for your business in a casual atmosphere. $5 chamber members, $15 non. 217-525- 1173. First Bankers Trust Company, 2201 Wabash Ave., 546-6151.

Expungement and Sealing

Seminar Mar 19, 10am Information for those with criminal records on the expungement and sealing process. Bring copy of criminal disposition record. Hosted by the Springfi eld Race Unity Committee. Free. 217-553- 8093. Southeast High School, 2350 E. Ash.

Fish Fest Mar 12, 9am-5pm Meet and greet with Wally Marshall, visit with fi shing experts. Kids area. Free. scheels.com/events. Scheels, 3801 S. MacArthur, 726-6330. Springfield Christian Women’s Connection Luncheon Mar 16, 11am-1pm “Showers of Abundance” Luncheon. $15. [email protected]. 217- 787-8246. Northfi eld Inn Suites and Conference Center, 3280 Northfi eld Dr., 523-7900.

Food

2016 Mia Ware Foundation Gala Mar 11, 6pm Fri. Cocktails, live and silent auction, more. $50. More information, kim@ miawarefoundation.org. 473-1167. 217-243-5678. Hamilton’s, 110 N. East St., Jacksonville.

Lincoln Memorial Garden Pancake & Sausage Breakfast Mar 12-13, 19-20, 8am-12pm Sat-Sun. All-you-can-eat pancakes with real butter and maple syrup, local Turasky’s sausage, orange juice, coffee. $8 adults, $5 children under 12, free to ages under 3. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr., 529-1111.

The Spirituality of Bread Making Mar 11, 6pm Fri. Discussion and dinner with Father Dominic Garramone, host of the former PBS cooking show “Breaking Bread with Father Dominic”. $20 per person, $25 per couple. Reservations, 523- 0901 or [email protected]. breadmonk.com. Chiara Center, 4875 LaVerna Road.

History

“Bonnets, Beaus, and Bustles: A Civil War-era Fashion Show” Mar 19, 6-8pm 1860s fashions presented by the 10th Illinois Volunteer Cavalry (Reactivated) and consorts. Tickets include dinner: $40 ISHS members, $50 non. historyillinois.org. 217-525-2581. Edwards Place, Springfi eld Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631. History Trivia Night Mar 19, 7-9:30pm Questions about history and general information. Developed by trivia master Al Gietl, emceed by Mark McDonald. $10 per person, $100 per table. sangamonhistory.org. 217-525- 1961. Christ the King Parish Center, 1930 Barberry.

Health

Cancer Companions: Bringing Hope to the Journey Mar 14, 6:30-8pm Our Savior’s Church and School, 2645 Old Jacksonville Road, 546-4531. National Alliance on Mental Illness Mar 16, 7pm Monthly support group meeting for families, caregivers, friends and those with mental illness. 217-341- 3125. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St., 528-3407.

Sports & Fitness

Jr. Blues St. Patricks Day Mar 12, 7:05-9:30pm Springfi eld Jr. Blues vs. Kenai River Brown Bears. Tickets. jrblues.com. Nelson Center Ice Arena, Lincoln Park, 1601 N. Fifth St., 525-2589.

Kids Klub-Archery 101 Mar 14, 6-6pm Ages 4-12 shoot a bow in the archery lane, learn safety tips, enjoy camo face painting. Free. scheels. com/events. Scheels, 3801 S. MacArthur, 726-6330. MMRD/CCH Fresh Meat Program Mar 15, 7-9:15pm Tue. New male and female skaters practice with Mayhem and Hooligan skaters every Tuesday, allowing them to learn roller derby’s sport, culture and community. $5 admission, $5 gear rental. midstatemayhemrollerderby. com. Skateland South, 1500 Recreation Dr., 546-4543.

Our Savior Shamrocks 5K Fun Run & Walk Mar 12, 7-8am Registration $25-60. More information, jacksonvilleil.org. 217-243- 5678. Our Savior’s Lutheran School, 2645 Old Jacksonville Road, 546-4531.

Springfield Junior Blues Mar 11, 7:05-9:30pm Fri. Springfi eld Jr. Blues vs. Kenai River Brown Bears. Banker and Realtor night. Tickets. jrblues. com. Nelson Center Ice Arena, Lincoln Park, 1601 N. Fifth St., 525-2589.