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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.
Junior League of Springfield Kitchens in Bloom Home Tour May 3, 12-4pm, Join us for the Junior League of Springfield’s annual Kitchens in Bloom Home Tour featuring homes in the Washington Park area. Please visit jlsil.org or call for more details. $15 in advance, $20 day of event. For more info, call 698-3683.
MacArthur Neighborhood Mixer Apr 30, 6:30-8pm, Information session with speakers followed by social hour for home owners, business owners and renters who live or work within half mile radius of MacArthur Blvd including Leland Grove, Jerome and Capital Township. Free, open to public. South Side Christian Church, 2600 S. MacArthur. For info, visit www.shoponmacarthur.com.
Mothers of Incarcerated Children May 2, 2-4pm, Tower of Refuge presents a new support group for mothers & grandmothers who have an incarcerated or formerly incarcerated adult child who need friendship advice, & encouragment. Holy Ground Coffee House, 304 W. Allen, Tower of Refuge, 241- 9911. www.towerofrefugeinc.com
Pied Piper Architectural Tour May 6, 5:30-7pm, Discover interesting facts about the architect of Springfield’s. Designer Anthony Rubano will lead the discussion on architectural styles, materials, and treatments. Free. Downtown Springfield. For more info, go to www.downtownspringfield.org .
Professional Development Workshops Apr 30, Seminars presented by Leanne Krusemark, business owner, author and guest lecturer. LLCC, Room 2214.
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.
Seminar for Independent Business Owners May 7, 8-10am, Jeff Milchen, co-founder of the American Independent Business Alliance presents on the crucial role of local independent business ownership in sustaining economic and cultural vitality in American cities. Free, open to the public. Hands-on workshop for those interested in forming a Springfield independent business alliance follows. Amber Jack Alehouse, 3150 Wabash Ave. For info, call 753-2226 x137 or email [email protected].
Shred your Woes for Central Illinois Food Bank May 2, 8:30-11:30pm, Bring in papers to be shredded by professionals for the cost of a food item donation for Central Illinois Food Bank. Cash contributions also accepted. Thrivent For Lutherans, 3240 Hedley, Charlotte Blumle, 546-5573.
Speed Dating/Wine Tasting Event May 6, 7:30pm, Free appetizers, free wine tasting and prizes included. $30, preregister at www.cupid.com. Use code SKISPFD on line, get $5 off. It’s All About Wine, 1305
