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 Anonymous First Tu mthly, 6:30-8:30pm, first Sa mthly 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 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.
HIV Support Group Every first and third Wed, 1pm, Talk to others that can relate to your needs. Open to both men and women who are HIV positive. Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence Ave. For more info, call 528-5253.
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 antibullying 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.
Stress Reduction for Depression Program Every Thu,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 AME Church- Annex, 1519 E. Capitol, 523- 3969.
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“Starting Your Business in Illinois” Workshops Feb 5-6, 8pm, The workshop is designed for those who are considering owning a business. Topics will include preparing a business plan, financing your business, what legal form to choose (proprietorship, partnership, corporation), how to get a business name registered, taxes and more. Registration is required. LLCC’s Springfield East Campus, 1507 East Cook. For more info or to register, call 544-7232.
Alcoholics Anonymous 24-hour answering service, 525-9423. Adult Children of Alcoholics/Dysfunctional Families. Every Su, 3pm, recovery group. Discovery Club, 313 W. Cook St. www.adultchildren.org.
American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Sangamon County Feb 2, 6-8pm, Friends, neighbors, cancer survivors and caregivers are invited to an energizing Relay For Life kickoff celebration. Come have fun and learn more about this cancer fighting event. Free. Pizza Machine, 107 West Cook. For more info, call 523-4503 or go to www.relayforlifesangamon.com
Avery Brundage Scholarship Through Jan 31, Applications for the 36th annual Avery Brundage Scholarship competition for University of Illinois Students who excel in both academics and athletics are being accepted. Submit applicationn online at www.usp.uillinois.edu/brundage. For more info, call 206-6716.
Feed A Family Food Drive Through Feb 15, Buy a bag of groceries at Schnuck’s grocery stores to help feed the hungry. For more information listen to ABE-FM 93.9 or go to www.centralilfoodbank.org. Schnuck’s Grocery Store, Montvale & North Grand locations. For more info, call 522- 4022.
Free Self-Defense for Women Every Wed 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.
Ginger Creek Foundation Valor Cruise Jan 29, 6:30pm, Informational meeting about the Ginger Creek Foundation “Valor is its Own Reward” 7-day Cruise. Planet Travel Group Inc., 2060 W. Monroe. For more info, call (877) 713-7650.
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 are Welcome. $5. Red School Mall - Dance Studio, 1275 Wabash Ave. For more info, call 381-3822 or go to www.devasojourn.com.
Hoogland Center for the Arts Trivia Night Jan 30, 6pm doors open, 7pm, Starting time, Featuring local trivia teams and anyone who wants to participate. Cash bar. $80 per table at up to 10 players per table or $10 each. Trivia questions written by Russ Friedewald. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St. For more info, call 523-2787.
LLCC Accelerated Degree Program Feb 3, 5:30pm, Feb 7, 10:30am, Information session about ASAP, which stands for Accelerated Success Associate Program. The program will kick off in May 2009 with students completing the program in July 2010. Classes will be scheduled two nights per week and include an online component. Workforce Development Center, LLCC main campus, 5250 Shepherd Rd. For more info or reservations, call 786-4694.
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