uals who want to fight against cancer. Lutheran High School, 3500 W. Washington. For more info, to register a team or volunteer, call 523-4503 or visit www.relayforlifesangamon.com.
Ring in The Spring Style Show May 2, 5-8pm, Features local boutiques L Chic, Iris & Ivy, Shoetopia, The Wardrobe and The Top Drawer. Refreshments, door prizes, benefits Rees Carillon. $28. Hilton Hotel. For info, call 753-6219 or go to www.carillon-rees.org.
Science and Religion Panel Discussion Apr 30, 7-8:30pm, Benedictine University at Springfield hosts a public panel on evolution, creationism, ID, Catholic, Judaistic and Islamic worldviews. Beata Hall. Benedictine University at Springfield, 1500 N. Fifth St., David Logan, 525-1420 ext 290.
Speed Dating/Wine Tasting Event May 6, 7:30pm, Free appetizers, free wine tasting and prizes included. $30, use code SKISPFD on line, get $5 off. It’s All About Wine, 1305 Wabash, Suite M, Shirene Thomas, 494-0858. www.cupid.com
Springfield Good as Gold Ceremony Apr 23, 4:30pm, An event to celebrate and recognize the achievements and efforts of local volunteers. Nomination forms are online at www.uis.edu/volunteer and due by Mar 30, 5pm. Free. UIS Public Affairs Center. For info, call 206- 7716 or go to www.uis.edu/volunteer.
Springfield Newcomers Club Apr 24, 6:30-9:30pm, Spring Fling and 2009 Installation of Officers. Dinner, drinks and entertainment. $10.
Stamps 4 Soldiers Project Route 66 Hotel, Sixth Street & Stevenson Drive is a drop-off point for donating unused stamps or money for postage to ship items to troops through www.siyellowribbon.com.
Star Parties Mar 27-May 1, 8-10pm, Every Fri weather permitting. UIS observatory, entrance is located outside Brookens Library on the southeast corner Free, reservations not required. Weather questions, call 7pm on evening of party, 206-8342. For info, 206-8342 or www.uis.edu/astronomy
Star Parties for People with Disabilities May 3, 8pm, UIS observatory, Brookens Library. Free. Registration required. For info, call 206-6721.
Support Illinois Troops May 1, 7pm-12am, Food, 50/50 raffle, music and cash bar. Hosted by UIS Graduate Public Service Internship Student Association. Sangamo Surf Club, 405 E Lake Shore Dr. Entry fee is an item for the troops, visit www.osotil.org or email [email protected] for list.
Take Back the Night March and Rally May 2, 7:30pm-12am, Raises awareness of sexual assault and abuse. Rally starts at LLCC and participants march to UIS for spoken word and concert by A Day and A Wake-Up. LLC C/UIS, Info, 206-7173.
The Haymarket May 1, 5:30-10:30pm, Celebration of labor struggles featuring the music of Tom Irwin, Reel Channel Cats, Gypsy Collabo and Sarah Schneider Band, with speakers: Al Pieper, Dr. Richard Gilman- Opalsky. Douglas Park Band Shell.
Vigil for Peace Every Sat 12-1pm, Vigil for Peace, all are welcome. Outside the Federal Building, Sixth and Monroe. For info, 544-3997.
Walking Downtown Tour May 3 and 10, 2pm, May 17, 3pm, Walking tour of Lincoln Historic Sites and information on how they connect to his life. Free. Lincoln Home Visitor Center, 413 S, Eighth St. For info, call 492-4241.
FAITH & PHILOSOPHY
Church Sermon- Paradise Lost Apr 26, 10:30-11:30, From Eve to Absurdity in Milton’s Paradise Lost by Rev. Woulfe. Little did Milton realize the impact his work would have in popular and theological circles. Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Rd.
Commanding Health Wealth & Love Apr 27, 7-9pm, Teri Freesmeyer leads. Unity of Springfield. www.unityofspringfield.
Inquiring Minds Bible Study Every Wed, 6:30pm, every Thur, 8am, First Congregational United Church of Christ, 2100 Bates Ave. Info, 546-7170.
Love in Action Transformation Game Apr 26, 2-6pm, Class with Teri Freesmeyer who leads participants through the transformation game which often leads people to insights and new directions unique to their own path. Unity of Springfield, 417 Cordelia, 899-5247. www.unityofspringfield.com
Second Annual Family Night Apr 24, 6-8pm, Activities, fellowship and dinner for families with kids high school age or younger. First Christian Church Fellowship Hall, 700 S. Sixth St. For more info, call 528-3407 or email [email protected] or see 1stchristian.org.
Springfield Churches: The Lincoln Connection Apr 26, 1:30pm-4:00pm. Sponsored by the Liturgical Arts Festival of Springfield. Trolley Tours: 1:30pm & 2:00pm at Westminster Presbyterian Church. www.LAFSpringfield.org
Wounds to Wisdom Apr 29-Jun 3, 7-9pm Weds, Class to transform weaknesses into strengths with Pat Meeter. Participants explore their shadow & combine it with their light. Unity of Springfield, 417 Cordelia, Pat Meeter, 523-5897. www.unityofspringfield.com
POLITICS
Community Action Network Apr 30, 7pm, Informational meeting to promote the Blueprint for Change. Bicentennial Room, Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St. For info, call 891-5281.
Drinking Liberally Every Thurs, 6:30pm, Share some drinks and discussion with fellow progressives. Free. Brewhaus, 617 E. Washington. Info, email [email protected].
HISTORY
Antique Farm Show May 2, 9am-4pm, Plowing demonstrations will be held at New Salem using draft horses and antique farm equipment. $2.00 children, $4.00 adults, or $10.00 for a family suggested donation. Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, Petersburg. For info, call 632-4000 or www.lincolnsnewsalem.com
Lincoln Circuit Ride Tour Apr 26, Begins 250 mile circuit departing Springfield traced on four Sundays. Lincoln Home Historic Site, 426 S. Seventh St, Rose Connolly, 891-8719. www.lincolncircuitride.com
SPORTS & FITNESS
ABA Saturday and Basketball Game: Chicago Steam vs. Aurora Force Apr 25, 10am-6pm, Youth Basketball Camp at 10am, Free Agent Camp at 1pm. ABA Game: Chicago Steam vs. Aurora Force at 4pm. Lanphier High School, 415-9696. ww.ibsrecruiting.com
Free Martial Arts Class Every Wed, 6:45-8pm Simplified, low impact training for fun, fitness and minimum force violence deflection. Train at 5 belt levels. Adult and co-ed. People’s Church, 1109 E. Ash St. Info 523-5433.
Sangamon Table Tennis (Ping Pong) Club 6-10pm, Come play table tennis with us. Level of play ranges from beginner to advanced, ages 12-77. Lessons available. Info, 553-1913 or request.www.sttc.us.
Springfield Junior Football League Registration Apr 25, 11am-3pm, Football registration for boys who will be in 6-8 grade for Fall 2009. $85. Kicks, 2744 S. 6th Street. For info, 971-2953 of www.springfieldjfl.org.
