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weekly 12-step program for anyone experiencing mental health issues, emotional problems, addictions or difficulties coping. Free, anonymous, confidential, open to all. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 S. Grand Ave. West. For more info, call 622-7953 or go to www.growinamerica.org.
HIV Anonymous First Tues monthly, 6:30-8:30pm, first Sat monthly 2:30-4:30pm. Free 12-step support group for people living with HIV and AIDS, Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence, 528-5253.
HIV Free Testing & Counseling Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm, Linkage to free health services providing medication though ADAP. Edwin A. Lee Resource Center, 501 S. 13th. For more info, call 557- 0045.
Illinois Rx Buying Club Discount prescription drug program for Illinois residents whose income is equal or less than 300 percent of the federal poverty level. For info, call 866-215-3463 or go to www.illinoisrxbuyingclub.com.
Memorial Classes Lamaze (fee), Birth & Beyond, Get Real Breastfeeding Guide, Infant Safety, Baby Sign Language. For info, call 788-3333. Lactation Consultation (fee), Adoptive Families. For info, call 788-3378. I’m Going to Be a Big Brother/Sister, For info, call 788- 3352. Other classes www.memorialmedical.com.
MGF Support Group Meeting Through Nov 15, 2-4pm, MGF of Illinois support group meeting. SIU School of Medicine Library, Dirkson Room on the 4th Floor, 801 N. Rutledge. For more info, call 800-888-6208 or go to www.myastheniagravis.org.
Natural Health Discussion Group First Thur, 7-9pm, Topics include natural ways to increase health and the immune system. Baha’i Center, 1131 S. Eighth St. Free.
Petersburg Vegetarian Association Mar 19, 6:30-9pm. Vegan potluck followed by video “Diseases Don’t Just Happen‚” by Dr. Lorraine Day. Free. Petersburg. For directions and to register, call 415- 5975.
Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm. Weekly counseling sessions for victims and survivors of sexual assault. Prevention education outreach programs and anti-bullying training for the community, schools and colleges. 3 Old State Capitol Plaza. For info, call 744-2560 or go to www.prairiecasa.org. 24hour hotline 753-8081.
Prairie Heart Institute Classes Yoga, T’ai Chi and massage therapy. Continuous. St. John’s Prairie
Heart Institute Center for Mind- Body Medicine, First Floor Prevention Center, 619 E. Mason. For info, 527-5537.
Sangamon Area Hepatitis Support Group Third Mon, 6-8pm, For individuals who have been diagnosed with Hepatitis C, liver disease, or are the life partner or caregiver of someone who is living with the disease. For info, call 789-2182. Sangamon County Department of Public Health, 1415 E. Jefferson.
Sex Addicts Anonymous For those seeking freedom from compulsive sexual behavior. Twelve-step meetings on M & Th evenings. Serious inquiries only. Provide first name only, and where you can be reached. Contact [email protected].
St. John’s Hospital Classes & Support Groups Joy of Grandparenting, Infant Massage, Sibling Class, Baby Basics, Parenthood Preview, Lamaze, Breastfeeding, Birth Center Tour, VBAC, PPD support group, First Steps Mothers’ support group, birth center, cancer, bereavement, Alzheimer’s and more. Call 535-3696, 544-6464, or 757-6020.
STD Screening, HIV Testing & Support Group Every second and fourth Tue, 4- 6pm, Receive STD screening and HIV testing. Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm, Free HIV testing. Every first and third Wed, 1pm, HIV Support Group, open to both men and women who are HIV positive. Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence Ave. For more info, call 528- 5253.
Stress Reduction for Depression Program Every Thurs, 6-8pm, Provides mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, a treatment designed specifically for people who have experienced depression, as well as mindfulness meditation and yoga practices. Most participants are eligible to have the program fee covered by their health insurance. Memorial Medical Center, 701 N. First St. For more info, call 788-4065 or go to www.mhcci.org.
Woman to Woman Mentoring Program Once a month, day and time varies, call at the end of each month for info on the next session. Blessed Hope Educational Sessions, sponsored by Church- Parish Nursing Program, St. John’s AME Church-Annex, 1519 E. Capitol, 523-3969.
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Disney Keys to Excellence Through Mar 26, Register for upcoming training program Mar 27, sponsored locally by LLCC and the Springfield Chamber of Commerce. Crowne Plaza. $349 per person, $319 chamber members. For info, call 786-2432 or go to www.llcc.edu.
AG Day on the Farm Mar 21, 9am-4pm, Includes seed, feed and fertilizer machinery, antique tractors and machines, trucks, draft horse teams, wool spinning, llamas, sheep, miniature donkeys and fainting goats. Bring the kids. S&H Llama Farm, Sherman. For more info, call 652- 4131.
Annual Sausage and Pancake Breakfast March 14,15 and 21-22, 8am, Annual Sausage and Pancake Breakfast features syrup tapped and made by local volunteers, sausage patties, pancakes, juice and coffee. Lincoln Memorial Garden and Nature Center, 2301 East Lake Dr. For more info, call 529-1111.
APL Mar Pet Adoptions Mar 7, 11am-2pm Dogs, Ace Hardware, Wabash. 11am-2pm dogs, 11am-4pm cats, PetSmart. 1-3pm dogs and cats, Farm and Home Supply, Dirsken. Mar 14, 11am-2pm dogs and cats, Ace Hardware. Mar 21, 11am-2pm, dogs, Ace Hardware. Mar 28 11am-2pm dogs, 11am-4pm cats, PetSmart. For info, call 544- 7387 or go to www.aplshelter.org.
Association of Information Technology Professionals Mar 17, 5:30-7pm, Ray Schroeder from UIS will speak, “Beyond Google and Yahoo: Search Engine Alternatives.” $20. Lakepointe Grill, 1386 Toronto Rd. Call 628-3697.
Authenic Irish Cooking Class Mar 16, 5:30-9:30pm, Authentic Irish cooking class featuring classic recipes from the emerald isle. $60, Caitie Girl’s Restaurant, 400 E. Jefferson St. www.caitiegirls.com
Backgammon Tournament Every Wed, 6pm, Capitol Teletrack, 1764 Wabash Ave. First-time entry is free, thereafter $5.
BLS (CPR) for Healthcare Providers Mar 21, 12:30-3:30pm or Mar 26, 5-8pm, Adult, infant, child CPR covered, as well as choking. Open to providers and healthcare students. Pre-registration required. $30. Memorial Medical Center, 201 W. Dodge.
Catholic War Veterans of America Inc. Last Mon, 7pm, Meeting, Bishop Joseph A. McNicholas Post 1916. All Catholic war veterans welcome. VFW Post 10302, 2349 Stockyard Rd.
Food Drive Mar 14, 9am-1pm, Fill a grocery bag of food for the Boy Scouts. If a note is left on your door the week of Mar 8, the Boy Scouts will be back to pick up your donation. If not, you can still drop off your donation at Central Illinois Foodbank, 2000 E. Moffat. For more info, call 522-4022 or go to www.centralilfoodbank.org.
Food Not Lawns: Bioremediation Mar 18, 1pm, Learn about handson, backyard and local-level bioremediation projects. Free. Springfield Public Library, Seventh and Capitol. For more info, call 753-0057.
Food Not Lawns: Water Use Mar 25, 12pm, Bob Croteau speaks on ways to reduce and reuse water in the urban environment. Free. Springfield Public Library, Seventh and Capitol. For more info, call 753-0057.
Role of Women in 2009 Mar 24, 12:15-2:30pm, This diversity forum of panelists will discuss sexual orientation and the “glass ceiling.” Free. UIS Brookens Auditorium. For more info, call 206-6245.
Foster Parent Inquiry Open House Third Mon, Camelot Community Care holds an open house for couples and individuals who are interested in becoming foster parents for the specialized and adolescent foster care programs. For info, call 585-9185. Camelot Community Care, 2924 Stanton.
Free Women’s Self Defense Classes Every Tues, 6:15-7:30pm, Springfield Goju Ryu Karate Club is offering women’s self defense classes. Free. First Church of the Nazarene, 5200 S. Sixth St. For more info, call 891-6242.
Guided Meditation - Law of Attraction Every Wed, 7:45-9pm, Led by Sharon Stidham, Hypnotherapist, Guided Meditations on The Law of Attraction, Inspiration and The Writer’s Way. All welcome. $5. Red School Mall - Dance Studio, 1275 Wabash Ave. For more info, call 381-3822 or go to www.devasojourn.com.
Hands-On Cooking Classes Mar 14, 10am, Brunch cooking. $50. Mar 19, 5:30pm, Cooking an Italian dinner. $55. Mar 21, 10am, Easter dinner cooking and ideas. $55. All at Elkhart. Mar 22, 2pm, Home cook kitchen challenge. $60. Mar 26, 5:30pm, Gluten free cooking. $65. Sherman. Mar 28, 10am, Breads #2. $50. VFW, 2211 Old Jacksonville Rd. Mar 29, 10am, Desserts. $55. Elkhart. Mar 29, 2pm, Food network divas. $55. Elkhart. For info or to sign up, call 314-9125 or go to www.ciecatering.com.
Illinois Humane Pet Adoptions Mar 15, 11am-3pm, Counseling services available for those adopting a dog or cat. Petsmart, 3183 S. Veterans Pkwy. Animal abuse hotline 698-3804. See www.illinoishumane.org or www.petfinder.com.
Informational Sessions Mar 17,19 and Apr 7,9, 5:30pm, Learn about the new LLCC ASAP accelerated degree program. LLCC Workforce Development Center, (Mar 19, Robert H. Stephens Room, Menard Hall). Register at www.llcc.edu/asap or by phone, 786-4694.
LLCC Photo Editing Classes Mar 9, 16 and 23. 5:30-8:30 pm, Photographer Kyle Shultz will instruct three sessions of classes: Ten Photoshop tips and tricks, Manipulating your photos, Share your photos. $40 per class, $90 series. Register in advance. LLCC Capital City Training Center, 130 W. Mason. For info, call 524- 6749.
Mothers and Daughters Self Defense Workshop Mar 28, 12-3pm, Learn the basics of self defense and how to use your voice and intuition. Ages 11-up. Offered by Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault. Free, donations appreciated. Fit Club South, 3631 S. Sixth St.
Reduced Rate Pet Clinics Mar 14, Apr 4, 25, 1-3pm, Three sessions to vaccinate dogs or puppies, ages 8 weeks to 5 years old, against parvovirus. $10. Animal Protective League
