Expressions in the Dark Every first Fri, 9pm-12am, Poetry, music, vendors, prizes and games. $10. Charles and Limey’s, 620 S. First St.
Free Women’s Self Defense Classes Every Tues, 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.
Hats Off to Agriculture Jul 11, 11am-3pm, Free family event. Learn about Lincoln’s connection to agriculture, farming practices of his time and how they impact agriculture today. Illinois State Museum. For more info, call 782-5993.
Illinois Products Farmers Market Thursdays through Oct 22. Illinois State Fairgrounds Commodity Pavilion. For more info, call 782-0777.
Nonprofit and Artist Grants Jul 13, Deadline for Community Arts Access, City Arts and Rosie Richmond Grants for nonprofits and artists in Sangamon and Menard. Attendance at one grant application workshop required. For info, e-mail [email protected] or call 753-3519 or pick up at Springfield Area Arts Council, 420 S. Sixth St.
Old Capitol Farmers Market Through Oct 28, 8am-12:30pm Wed and Sat, Features fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, plants, flowers and bakery items. Chef demonstrations (3rd Sats), artisan area (1st & 3rd Sats), live entertainment (3rd Sats). Adams St. For more info, contact 544-1723 at or visit downtownspringfield.org.
Springfield Chess Club Wednesdays, 6:30-9pm, Weekly meetings. White Oaks Mall food court. Also, twice a month meetings at Barnes and Noble. For more info, call David Long at 726-2584.
Springfield Local Foods Taskforce Public Meeting Jul 9, 10:30am-12pm, Meeting to introduce residents to the Taskforce, their goals, planned activities and how residents can get involved. Free. Lincoln Library Carnegie Room North.
Starting Your Business in Illinois Workshop Jul 15, 1:30-3:30pm, Business plan, financing, legal form, name registration, taxes and more. Registration required. LLCC’s Capital City Training Center, 130 W. Mason St. To register, call the ISBDC at 544-7232.
Starting Your Business in Illinois Workshop Jul 13, 9-11am, Business plan, financing, legal form, name registration, taxes and more. Registration required. Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce, 155 W. Morton St., Jacksonville. To register, call the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce at 245-2174.
Thunder Nite Jul 11, 10am-9pm, Poker run, mystery rider, raffle, door prizes, bike award, Joe Cooke Band at 5:30pm and more. Hall’s Harley Davidson, 2301 N. Dirksen Pkwy. For more info, visit www.springfieldilhog.com or email [email protected].
Zoofari Jul 11, 10am-6pm, Free day includes animal programs, turtle races and vendors. Visitors can observe animals getting special treats. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Dr or visit www.hensonrobinsonzoo.org.
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] g.
Engaged Citizenship Speaker Series Jul 15, 6pm, “This Event is Not Taking Place: Truth, Reality and History in Baudrillard’s Political Philosophy” presented by Dr. Richard Gilman-Opalsky. UIS Brookens Auditorium. For info, call Kimberly at 206-6245 or e- mail [email protected].
HISTORY
Home Grown Dean House Talk Jul 6-12, 11am, 1pm, 3pm and 5pm, Listen to stories about how the Lincoln family grew and prospered in Springfield. Dean House, 413 S. Eighth Street. For more info, call 391- 3241.
Map Table Talk Jul 6-12, 9am, Learn about the history of Springfield. Lincoln Home Visitor Center, 413 S. Eighth Street. For info, call 391- 3217.
HEALTH
Ask the Pharmacist Jul 15, 1-4pm, Medication review with a St. John’s pharmacist for seniors. Free, appointment only. St. John’s North, 8th and Carpenter, 2nd Floor, Conference Room N. Call 544-6464, ext. 47756 to schedule 30-minute appointment.
ErinnEarth’s Beginner’s Yoga 3 Class Series Jul 15-30, Two classes beginning, one on Thursdays 5- 6:15pm and another on Wednesdays from 6:15-7:30pm. Swami trained teacher. For new students & those bored with fitness-geared class. $40. Red School Mall Studio, 1275 Wabash. For more info, contact ErinnEarth at 685-1643 or visit www.myspace.com/erinnearthyoga.
Yoga to Led Zeppelin Jul 9, 6:30-7:30, Transcendental Yoga class to breathe, stretch & relax with the tunes of Led Zeppelin & other American music rhythms. Red School Mall Studio, 1275 Wabash. For more info, contact ErinnEarth at 685- 1643 or visit www.myspace.com/erinnearthyoga.
FAITH & PHILOSOPHY
“Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing”: The Spirit, History & Hope Jul 12, 10:30-11:30am, Beverly Holmes, retired music educator, speaks about history and importance of James Weldon Johnson’s song also known as the African American National Anthem. Free. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd. For more info, contact Office at 585-9550 or visit www.aluuc.org.
The Myth and Magic of Wicca Jul 12, 1-5pm, Workshop explores the origins, history and practice of the Wicca religion as interpreted by both experienced practitioners and religious scholars. $20. Visions by JDR, 1815 W. Jefferson. For more info, contact Visions by JDR at 698-2776 or visit www.visionsbyjdr.com.
SPORTS & FITNESS
Deaf Disc Golf Nationals Jul 9-11, Douglas and Lincoln Park. For more info, contact Kent at 414-5434 or visit http://www.il09.org.
Prospect League All-Star Game Jul 15, 7:05pm, Home run derby at 5pm. Fireworks show post game. Robin Roberts Stadium, Lanphier ball park, 1415 N. Grand Ave.
Women’s Distance Festival & Children’s Fun Run Jul 11, 8-11am, 2-mile women/girl’s race, then children’s fun run (3 age categories) and health fair. Food, prizes, music, chip timing, shirts. $20, $5 children. Washington Park. Washington Park Picnic Shelter, Williams Blvd. For more info, contact Susan Helm at 502- 3992 or visit www.womensdistance.com.
