The Revolution Music and Art Festival Through April 20, The Revolution’s You is now looking for bands to fill slots for this year’s festival. We also need artists willing to donate art work for the silent auction. The event is being held on Apr 24, 11am-7pm, $5-$7. Feitshans Academy Elementary School, 1101 S. 15th. For more info, call 816-1999 or go to www.myspace.com/therevolutionsyou.
FILM & TELEVISION
Call for Entries Enter by Mar 16 for lowest fees. Jun 1 deadline. Route 66 Film Festival seeks films of all lengths and genres for Sept 19-20 festival in Springfield. For more info, call 793-3572 or go to online application at www.route66filmfestival.net.
Liberty Brew and View Every third Tues, 6:30-7pm, Viewing of a political movie. Free. Capital City Bar & Grill, 3149 S. Dirksen Pkwy. Email [email protected] to join the mailing list.
SCIENCE
Paul Mickey Science Series March 11, 7-8:30pm, Dr. Vergil E. Noble will lead a discussion on the restoration Lincoln Home National Historic Site and excavations from the site. Illinois State Museum Research and Collections, 1011 East Ash Street. For more info, call 782-0061.
CHILDREN’S CORNER
Children’s Camp-In Mar 7-8, 7pm-8am, Children, ages 8-11, learn what it was like to live in the 1800s, without an ipod, computer or PS2. Campers play games and other activities. Pizza, snacks and breakfast are provided. $28 per child, $25 for two, $38 non members, $35 for two non-members. Registration by March 2 required. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St. For more info, call 782-5993.
Junior Collectors Day Feb 28, 1-3pm, Learn how to start a collection, explore collections of other kids and teens that include fossils, foreign coins, shoes, sports cards, dolls and more. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St. For more info, call 782-0061.
KidsFest Feb 28, 10am-4pm, 2nd annual Capitol Radio Group Kidsfest features more than 50 booths with information about the importance of Children’s health, safety and education. Reading Zone, costumed characters, demonstrations, food, bounce houses, rock wall and more. $3 per adult. Proceeds benefit St. John’s Children’s Miracle Network. Volunteers needed. Prairie Capital Convention Center. For more info, call 753-5400.
NATURE
Rain Forest Festival Feb 21-Mar 15, People of all ages are welcome on guided tours to learn about the rain forest, its inhabitants, products and more. Free. Washington Park Botanical Garden, 1740 Fayette Ave. For more info, call 753-6228.
Springfield Bonsai Society Every second Mon, 7-8 pm, Learn to style and grow your own bonsai trees with hands-on instruction from local bonsai artists. Washington Park Botanical Garden. For more info, call 652- 9619 or go to www.geocities.com/springfieldillinoisbonsai.
HEALTH
Asperger Syndrome Support group First Thur, 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 Mar 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.
Free HIV Testing Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm, Free HIV testing available. Phoenix Center, 109 E. Lawrence Ave. For more info, call 528-5253.
Fully Fertile Book Club Every Wed, through May 20, 7- 8:30pm, Book club based on the book “Fully Fertile: A Holistic 12week plan for Optimal Fertility.” Free. Fully Fertile Book Club, 907 Clocktower Dr. Suite C. For more info, call 546-3522 or go to www.inharmonyacupuncture.net.
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 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.
Lecture on Health Disparities and Access Feb 26, 6pm, Anthony E. Munrowe Ed.D will present “Urban Hospital Closure’s Impact on Health Disparities and Access.” Free. South Auditorium, SIU School of Medicine. For more info, call 545-2155.
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.
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 & Sessions 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, call 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 Don Hunt at 789-2182. Sangamon County Department of Public Health, 1415 E. Jefferson.
St. John’s Hospital Classes & Support Groups Call for information on these classes: Joy of Grandparenting, Infant Massage, Sibling Class, Baby Basics, Parenthood Preview, Breastfeeding, Birth Center Tour, Lamaze, VBAC, PPD support group, First Steps Mothers’ support group, birth center, cancer, bereavement, Alzheimer’s and more. For more info, call 535- 3696, 544-6464, or 757-6020.
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.
BULLETIN BOARD
Making News in Mr. Lincoln’s Hometown Mar 11, 7pm, Association for Women in Communication free panel discussion and workshop on how to get organized, meet deadlines and prepare releases and public service announcements. Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St. For more info, email [email protected].
Soup & Stories: Marriage in Kenya Feb 26, 12-1pm, As a part of Black History month Peter Embalabala, LLCC mathematics professor, will discuss marriage customs in his native Kenya focusing on the Abaluhya ethnic group. $3. LLCC students free. Robert H. Stephens Rm, Menard Hall, LLCC, 5250 Shepherd Rd. For more info and RVSP, call 786-2789.
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. For more info, call 628-3697.
Backgammon Tournament Every Wed, 6pm, Capitol Teletrack, 1764 Wabash Ave. First-time entry is free, thereafter $5.
Benefit For Homeless Veterans Feb 28, 2-10pm, A Chilli benefit and live auction will be held to benefit homeless veterans. Includes music by The Diggers. $5. Northenders VFW, 2349 Stockyards Rd. For more info, call 544-5040.
Black History Month Celebration Feb 28, 1-5pm, The celebration will include The Chahrm Band with Ada Lou, The Crisp Sisters, Tebe Zalango, food, reading, dancing and more. Tubman /Anthony Center, 1415 N. Grand Ave East. For more info or reservations, call 528-3243.
Black History Month Finale Feb 27, 11am-1pm, Black History Month Finale featuring musician Kenny Humble, LLCC alum. Student Union, Menard Hall, 5250 Shepherd Rd. For more info, call 786-2232.
BLS (CPR) for Healthcare Providers Mar 2, 12:30-3:30pm, 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.
Computer Workshop Registration Register for free, one-session, hands-on computer workshops in March at Lincoln Library. Pre-registration is required. For more info, call 753-4900, extension 227 or go to http://www.lincolnlibrary.info.
Disability to Possibility Workshop Feb 28, 9am-3:30pm, A workshop designed to help parents, guardians, educators and community stakeholders enhance the learning possiblities of students with disabilities. Free. Springfield High School, 101 S. Lewis St. For info and to RSVP, call 525-3000 or go to http://www.springfieldpps.com/SPSD.html.
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