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FAITH & PHILOSOPHY
“Anti-intellectualism in Our Time” Apr 5, 10:30am, Linda Kopecky draws on historian Richard Hofstadter’s classic work and current commentary to examine the impact of anti-intellectualism on education and political discourse. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road. For more info, call 585- 9550.
Blessing of the Bowls Every first Thur, 6-7pm, The Healing Tones of the Crystal Bowls with Peggy Patty. Donation or love offering accepted. Unity of Springfield, 417 Cordelia. For info, call 523-5897 or go to www.unityofspringfield.com.
Buddhist Meditation Every Thur, 6:45-9pm, Abraham Lincoln Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd.
Gospel Sing Apr 4, 6:30pm, Features many acts. Dinner at 5pm. Roanoke Baptist Church, 2355 N. Second St. Public invited.
Lenten Fish Dinners Through Apr 3, 5:30-7:30pm, Knights of Columbus Hall. Pawnee Square.
Quaker Meeting Every Sun, 10:30am, Worship. For location, call Peggy at 585- 8023.
Zen Meditation Every Sat, 9-11:30am, Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd.
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].
HISTORY
Civil War Tableau Vivant Apr 4, 11am, 1pm, 3pm, Local Civilian Relief Society of the 114th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment Reactivated strike poses of historical scenes while narrator reads a poem. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum central Plaza. Paid museum admission required. For more info, visit www.presidentlincoln.org.
Courtship, Marriage and Mourning in Victorian America April 11, 2pm, Learn about the rituals and etiquette practiced by Victorian women, like Mary Todd Lincoln. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, 413 S. Eighth St. For more info, call 492-4241.
SPORTS & FITNESS
Annual Ping Pong Tournament Apr 4, 9am-5pm, Annual Springfield tournamnet. Six tables running all day. Entry deadline Apr 3, 6pm. Singles $10 (3 classes), Seniors (50 ) $10, Juniors (13-18) $5, Juniors (12-) $5, Doubles $5 ea. (2 classes). Douglas Avenue United Methodist Church, 501 S. Douglas Ave., Rick Goertz, 553- 1913. www.sttc.us
Jr. Blues Apr 4, 7:30pm, Jr. Blues vs Bandits. Nelson Center. For more info visit jrblues.com.
PWE Wrestling Apr 4, 7-10pm, Live professional wrestling action featuring 10 matches. WWE/ECW stars Al Snow, and Tracy Smothers, MTV star Arik Cannon, and many more. All ages. $10. Club Chrome, 3075 Normandy Rd. For more info, call 732-7082 or go to myspace.com/pwewrestlingentertainment.
