Center, 3200 Shaler Rd. www.lifelinecounseling.com

Good Sex Revolution Every Sun, 10:30am -12pm, Sex is such a big part of our lives and society, but there is much confusion about sexuality. Join us to discover what God really has to say about sex. Free. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St. For more info, call 544-8661 or go to www.deltachurch.net.

The Artist’s Way Every Thu, 7-9pm, This very popular class, is once again being offered by Pat Meeter. As you open yourself up to creativity in this class, you open yourself up to God. No artistic skills needed. Love offering/donation. Unity of Springfield, 417 Cordelia. For more info, call 523-5897 or go to www.unityofspringfield.com.

POLITICS

Drinking Coffee Liberally First and Third Sat, 9am, Enjoy coffee, breakfast and conversation with fellow progressives. Free. Trout Lily Cafe, 218 S. Sixth St. For more info, e-mail [email protected]

Drinking Liberally Every Thurs, 6:30pm, Share some drinks and discussion with fellow progressives. Free. Brewhaus, 617 E. Washington. For more info, e-mail [email protected]

HISTORY

Carol Moseley Braun Lecture Feb 4, 5:30pm, reception, 6:30pm, program, The University of Illinois at Springfield will host United States Ambassador Carol Moseley Braun for The HistoryMakers’ Dr. Frances G. Carroll 2008-2009 Speaker Series. Free. Brookens Auditorium, Brookens Library, UIS. For more info, call 206-8497.

Mary Lincoln Program Jan 31, 2pm, Learn about the ups and downs of Mary Lincoln’s life from birth to death. The 45-minute presentation includes a tour of Lincoln Home. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 426 S. Seventh St. For more info, call 391-3221.

SPORTS & FITNESS

BACH Soccer Association Through Mar 31, Registration is open for the BACH recreational youth soccer spring league. Sponsorship and Coaching opportunities available. Visit www.bachsoccer.com for registration information.

Free Exercise Class Every Mon, Tu, and Thu, Through Apr 23, 5:30-6:15pm, Different high impact DVD workouts such as Biggest Loser, Hip-Hop Abs and Turbo Jam. Free. West Side Christian Church, 2850 Cider Mill Lane. For more info, call 793-2800 or go to www.wschurch.org/aerobics.