Robert Morris Gallery Senior Exhibition Through Mar 20, Mon-Thur 11m-6pm, “Design is Beautiful,” a new exhibition featuring graphic design and fine art by Robert Morris students in Lake County Dupage County, Orland Park, Chicago and Springfield. Robert Morris Gallery, 607 East Adams. For more info, call 793- 4245.
SAA Seeks Artist for Lost and Found Though Feb 13, The Springfield Artists Association is seeking Illinois artists to participate in its 2009 Illinois Artists Invitational Exhibition. The exhibition emphasizes the use of found objects and is open to artists and students 18 years or older residing or attending school in Illinois. Artists will be notified March 19. For more info, call 523-2631 or go to www.springfieldart.org.
FILM & TELEVISION
Growing Collective Food & Film Feb 6, 6:30pm, The Power of Community, and a short by the Avatar Community will be shown. Potluck and discussion. Free. Dr. Paul Mach’s Office, 901 Clocktower Dr. For more info, call 753-0057.
Movie Geeks Club Last Tu, 7pm, Watching classic, independent, or foreign filmsyou’re not likely to see in other theaters. Free. For info, call John Anderson at 391-4503. Capital City Bar and Grill, 3149 Dirksen Pkwy. moviegeeksclub.blogspot.com.
SAA 18th Annual Film Festival Feb 8, 1pm and 4pm, Feb 10, 7pm, The Edge of Heaven, the third film of the 18th Annual Film Festival. An insightful film about fractured families and dislocated cultures between Breman and Istanbul, Turkey. $7 general admission, $4 with valid studemt I.D., $35 series tickets. Parkway Pointe Cinema, 3025 Lindbergh Ave. For more info, call 523-2631.
Springfield/Central Illinois Film Commission Every Third Wed, 7-9pm, The SCIFC meetings are learn more about film and the film industry in teh Springfield communty. Please check the SCIFC website for location and agenda. Free and Open to the Public. For more info go to www.springfieldfilmcommission.com.
The Path of Least Resistance Feb 11, 7:30pm, Video presentation of The Path of Least Resistance" The video is from the DVD, The Pleasure Trap, starring Dr. Doug Lisle. Sponsered by Springfield Vegetarian Association. Free. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St. For more info, call 787-0014.
CHILDREN’S CORNER
Baby Lapsit Every Mon, 10-10:45am, Learn bouncing, clapping, and lap riding stories, songs and rhymes designed to help babies develop pre-reading skills. Registration required. Lincoln Library, Youth Services’ Story Room, 326 S. Seventh St. For more info, call 753-4900.
NATURE
Bonsai Workshop Beginning Feb 11, Every second Mon, 7-9pm, A meeting of people interested in Bonsai. Improve your bonsai skills and get hands on experience in creating great looking bonsai plants. Washington Park Botanical Garden, 1740 W. Fayette. For info, call 652-9619.
Composting Symposium: Vermiculture and Beyond Feb 9, 12:30-6pm, Experts will cover topics ranging from backyard composting for beginners to large scale projects for municipalities or farms. $40- $50. Northfield Inn, Suites and Conference Center, 3280 Northfield Drive. For more info, call 498-9707 or go to www.ilstewards.org.
Global Warming Teach-In Feb 6, 1-5pm, The teach-in will correspond with a national teach-in on February 5 to engage Americans in conversation about the decisions that will determine the future health of the planet. Free. UIS, University Hall, room 2008. For more info, call 206-7341.
HEALTH
Asperger Syndrome Support Group First Thu, 7 pm, Asperger Syndrome Support and Awareness of Central Illinois meeting with Dr. Karen Kirkendall. UIS, VPA Building, rm. 153.
BLS - CPR for Healthcare Providers Feb 12, 5-8pm, This course is for healthcare providers or students enrolled in a healthcare field of study. Adult, Infant, Child CPR will be covered, as well as choking. Preregistration required. $30. Memorial Medical Center, 901 N. First St. For more info, call 800-510-3205 or go to www.memorialmedical.com.
Brain Disorder Classes Feb 7, 10am-12:30pm, Classes specifically designed for family members and close friends of people with brain disorders will be held. First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St. For more info, call 891-5570.
Clinic: STD Screening / HIV Testing Every second and fourth Tue, 4- 6pm, Receive STD screening and HIV testing. Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence Ave. For more info, call 528-5253.
Free HIV Testing Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm, Free HIV testing available. Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence Ave. For more info, call 528-5253.
GROW Every Th, 3pm, A 12-step mental health group for coping with life’s problems. People’s Storefront Church, 1109 E. Ash St. Free coffee and snacks. Rides available, call 523-5433.
GROW in Illinois Mental Health Support Group Every Mon, 7-9pm, GROW is a 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 South Grand Ave. West. For more info, call 622-7953 or go to www.growinamerica.org.
HIV Free Testing & Counseling M-F, 10am-4pm, Linkage to free health services providing medication thru ADAP. Edwin A. Lee Resource Center, 501 S. 13th. For more info, call 557-0045.
Natural Health Discussion Group First Th, 7-9pm, Topics include natural ways to increase health and the immune system. Baha’i Center, 1131 S. Eighth St. Free.
Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault Weekly counseling sessions for victims and survivors of sexual assault. Prevention education outreach programs and anti-bullying training for the community, schools, and colleges. M-F 8:30am-5pm. 3 Old State Capitol Plaza. For info, call 744- 2560 or go to www.prairiecasa.org. 24-hour hotline 753-8081.
Prairie Heart Institute Classes & Sessions Yoga, T’ai Chi & massage therapy. Continuous. St. John’s Prairie Heart Institute Center for Mind- Body Medicine, First Floor Prevention Center, 619 E. Mason.
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