study. Adult, infant, child CPR covered, as well as choking. $30, pre-registration required. Memorial Medical Center, 901 N. First St. For more info, call 217- 801-7229.
Health Awareness Day Apr 8, 11am-3pm, Screenings, exams, info, fitness testing, detailed health analysis, keynote speaker Dr. John K. Lee, SIU, “The secret of supplements: Do they really work?” at 11am, Conference room F, PAC lower level, lunch and drinks served. UIS Public Affairs Center. For info, call 206-6676 or email [email protected].
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.
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.
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.
Understanding and Responding to Stalking Apr 15, 4-6pm, Session addresses the realities of stalking and the role each of us can play in stopping stalking. Free. UIS PAC Conference Room G. For more info, call 206-6245.
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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Eating Apr 8, 7:30pm, Video on habits, optimal health and weight, disease prevention, RAVE diet and vegan triathlete, Dr. Ruth Heidrich put on by Springfield Vegetarian Association. Free. Lincoln Library, Carnegie Room North. For info, call 787-0014.
Starting Your Business in Illinois Apr 2, 6-8pm, Workshop topics include business plans, financing, legal forms, business name registration, taxes and more. LLCC’s East Campus, 1507 E. Cook St. Registration required, call 544-7232.
Annual AAUW Garage Sale Apr 4, 9am-12:30pm, Hundreds of gently-used household items at bargain prices. To donate items, call/email by Apr 2. Proceeds to the American Association of University Women Legal Advocacy Fund. Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 S. Grand Ave West. www.aauwil.org/springfield
Annual Peace Walk Apr 10, 12-2:30pm, Way of the Cross for Peace and Justice begins at Supreme Court Building, Second and Capitol and ends at Governor’s Mansion, Fifth and Jackson. Two miles. For more info, call 523-4049. In case of rain, call 341-6660.
Basic Home Maintenance Class Apr 6 or Apr 7, 6-8pm, Sevenweek classes, meeting once a week, covering the basics of electrical, plumbing, weatherization and structural repair for Sangamon County residents. TSP-HOPE, Inc. Room 1135, 1507 E. Cook St. Class materials free. For info, call 523-6960.
Business Connections 2009 Apr 2, 9am-7pm, Chamber of Commerce’s annual trade show. Speed Networking 2-3:30pm. Prairie Capital Convention Center. www.gscc.org.
Depression Glass Show & Sale Apr 4, 8am-5pm and Apr 5, 10am-4pm, $3 adults, children under 12 free. State Fairgrounds Illinois Building Main Floor. For info, call 744-9828
Dress to Impress Fashion Show Apr 2, 5-6:30pm, Business attire fashion show by UIS students with competing teams judged by audience and panel of judges. Jennifer Hunt, extension educator in Family Economics, presents business attire, first impressions and creating an affordable professional wardrobe. UIS Sangamon Auditorium. Free and open to public. For info, call 206- 6501 or [email protected].
Expressions in the Dark Every Fri, 9pm-12am, Poetry, music, vendors, prizes and games. Charles and Limey’s, 620 S. First St.
Fish Fry Apr 3, 4:30-7pm, Riverton K of C. Donations for Riverton Food Pantry.
Greater Springfield Job & Career Fair Apr 7, 3-6pm, Members and non-members, all ages. Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway. For info, call the Chamber 525-1173 or register at www.gscc.org.
Lincoln Home Events Apr 4, 11am-3pm, APL Cat adoption and exhibit on Lincoln’s connection to pets. Apr 5, 2pm, From the Vault program with Park Ranger David Bell and Museum Technician John Popolis features rarely displayed Lincoln associated artifacts. Free. Lincoln Home Visitor Center.
Membership Drive Apr 8, 5:30-7:30pm, National Association of Women Business Owners of Springfield holds Drive and Networking meeting. $22 members, $30 walk-ins, no cost for guests and prospective members. Registration deadline Apr 3. The Inn at 835, 835 S. Second St. For info, call 725- 8500 or email [email protected].
Model Railroad Club Train Fair Apr 5, 10am-4pm, $4 adults, children 10 & under free. Illinois State Fairgrounds Orr Building. For info, call 528-7921.
Spring Floral Display Mar 28-Apr 12, 5:00pm, Easter lilies and lush tropical foliage. Free. Conservatory/Exhibit Hall, Washington Park Botanical Garden. For more info, call 753- 6228.
Star Parties for People with Disabilities Mar 8, Apr 5 and May 3, 8pm, UIS observatory, Brookens Library. Free. Registration required. For info, call 206-6721.
Upscale Pet Sale Apr 3, 5-8pm and Apr 4, 8am- 12pm, Features bargains on unique, new and gently used items, Book and Record Nook, kids corner, bake sale, hot dogs, door prizes, animals to adopt. $2. Former World Market, White Oaks Mall. Also, adoptions at other locations Apr 4. Dogs 11am-2pm, Wabash Ace Hardware. Dogs 11am-2pm and cats 11am-4pm, PetSmart. For info, call 544-7387 or visit www.apl-shelter.org.
Women Self-Defense Class Apr 6-27 Mondays only, 6-9pm, Rape, Aggression Defense. $25. LLCC Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Rd. To register, call 557-7290. For more info regarding RAD, call 524-0442.
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