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| Aug 31st, 2010 (Tue) -- Sep 6th, 2010 (Mon) |
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Pre-Labor Day Weekend Central Illinois Community Blood Center
Central Illinois Community Blood Center
1134 South 7th Street
Pre-Labor Day Weekend
Everyday in the Donor Room
Mel-O-Cream Donut holes every morning (Monday thru Saturday), until supplies last
CICBC License Plate Covers / Red Recycle Bags available for all donors in the Canteen throughout the week
Monday, August 30th
Hickory River Smokehouse Monday
All donors will receive a Buy One, Get One free pulled pork sandwich certificate courtesy of Hickory River Smokehouse
CICBC will provide Pulled pork sandwiches starting at 11am for all donors, until supplies
Tuesday, August 31st
Mid-West Family Broadcasting Tuesday
Mid-West Family Broadcasting will do a two hour live remote in the morning at CICBC
Wednesday, September 1st
Wings, ETC. Wednesday
All donors will receive a Buy One, Get one free meal courtesy of Wings, ETC.
CICBC will provide wings starting at 11am for all donors, while supplies last,
Thursday, September 2nd
Give Away Thursday
All donors will be entered into a drawing for one of donated prizes
Friday, September 3rd and Saturday, September 4th
Pint for a Pint
All donors will get a gift certificate for a pint of ice cream from Baskin Robbins |
| Sep 1st, 2010 (Wed) -- Sep 30th, 2010 (Thu) |
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FREE Online Test Prep Program
March 2 Success from the US Army offers everything you need to prepare for SATs and ACTs, state tests, and more. There is no obligation, no cost, and everything to gain in helping you prepare for your future. Go to march2success.com or contact Mary Auer, US Army Recruiting Plublic Affairs Officer at 317-549-0338 or email mary.auer@usarec.army.mil for more information. |
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Lego My Library
Lego My Library
Thursday, September 2
3:00 to 5:00
Normal Public Library
Community Room
Join us on the first Thursday of each month to build, build, build! Each month will have a different theme to help inspire participants, but kids are welcome to build anything they'd like.
Think it's a good idea and want to help? We are welcoming donations of Legos! Please bring new or used Legos to the Children's Information Desk.
This activity is open to children ages two to twelve.
A big thank-you goes to the Friends of the Normal Public Library and to those patrons who donated Legos!
For more information, please call 309-454-4668. |
| Sep 3rd, 2010 (Fri) -- Sep 4th, 2010 (Sat) |
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Fill the boot for Muscular Dystrophy.
Fill the boot for Muscular Dystrophy.
Pawnee Firefighters will be collecting donations for MDA on September 3rd and 4th. Members of PFD will be at the intersection of State Route 104 and 8th Street, and at local businesses from 5-8pm on Friday September 3rd and 8am-2pm on Saturday September 4th.
All money raised stays in Central Illinois and helps families with treatments, equipment, summer camps for kids, and research to find a cure.
Due to funding cuts and a decrease in donations, the local MDA chapter has had to cut the distribution of wheel chairs to those who need them.
Please help us reach our goal of $3,000 during the Labor day weekend event.
If you are unable to stop by during the mentioned times, please contact us at 625-3131 or email sday@pawneefire.org to make your donation. |
| Sep 3rd, 2010 (Fri) -- Sep 5th, 2010 (Sun) |
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Edinburg Labor Day Picnic
Edinburg Labor Day Picnic
Friday, September 3rd through Monday, September 6th
Carnival rides and games for the children
Truck and tractor Pulls – Friday Evenings
Demolition Derby - Saturday and Sunday Evening
Greats Bands – Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Nights
Chili Cook Off, BBQ Rib cook off, Chicken cook-off, Pie Contest – Saturday
Volleyball Tournament
Great food will be served in the community building
Sunday evening there will be a fireworks display and even more events!
There will also be arts and craft stands
Enjoy the weekend! Fun for the entire family close to home! |
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Central Illinois Community Blood Center Local blood drives need your help
Central Illinois Community Blood Center
Local blood drives need your help
Local blood drives need your help with blood donations for patients in area hospitals. The Central Illinois Community Blood Center is offering several opportunities to donate blood in Sangamon County.
Friday, September 3rd
Riverton – High school, 841 North Third Street, 8:30am – 2:30 pm
In addition the donor room, located at 1134 South Seventh Street in Springfield, is open on Mondays and Tuesday from 9am to 5pm, Wednesday s and Thursday s from 7am to 6pm, Fridays fron 8am – 4pm, and Saturdays from 9am – noon. Appointments at any blood drive or the donor center may be scheduled online at www.cicbc.org or by calling 753-1530, ext 131. Walk-ins are also always welcome.
The Central Illinois Community Blood Center is a not for-profit organization that provides blood to 19 area hospitals. Blood collected at these drives is intended for local hospitals. For more information about blood drives, blood facts, blood types please check out the website at www.cicbc.org. Please give what’s in your heart and donate blood. |
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Games Aren't Just for Kids!
Games Aren't Just for Kids!
Friday, September 3
1:30 to 2:30
Normal Public Library
Community Room
We welcome ages 25 to 110 on the first Friday of every month!
Try out a game, chat, snack, and meet a new friend!
Feel free to bring a favorite game or play one of the many provided.
For more information, please call 309-452-1757. |
| Sep 3rd, 2010 (Fri) -- Sep 4th, 2010 (Sat) |
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New Salem Harmony brings stories, songs and music to Theatre in the Park
NEW SALEM HARMONY BRINGS STORIES, SONGS & MUSIC
TO THEATRE IN THE PARK
Petersburg, IL - Theatre in the Park, at Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, proudly presents New Salem Harmony, two nights only, September 3 & 4, 2010 at 8:00 p.m. on the outdoor stage.
The story of New Salem, featuring the words of Lincoln's contemporaries, traditional music of the era, and original songs composed by Mark Mathewson and inspired by the Lincoln story.
Mark Mathewson, from Athens, is a composer and musician with national credits. His songs have been recorded by a number of nationally touring bluegrass performers. He is a winner of the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest at Merlefest, bluegrass music's top songwriting prize, and he has performed in several regional bluegrass and old-time music groups.
Mark has assembled a number of very fine bluegrass performers: Erich Schroeder, one of the best clawhammer banjo players in Illinois; Steve Staley, known as the ‘house fiddler’ at Lincoln’s New Salem, has played in numerous folk-bands in Central Illinois; and, Jan Sarnes, the bass player, was a member of the McGee Creek Connection, a very popular bluegrass group in the area.
Ted Keylon and Amalia Mathewson round out the performance with narration, dance and song.
Theatre in the Park hosts free pre-shows starting at 7:00 p.m. in the indoor theatre each night before a performance.
September 3, 7:00 p.m. Pete Sander, guitar musician/composer, 7:20 p.m. Mark Mathewson
September 4, 7:00 p.m. Prairie Aires, dulcimer group, 7:20 p.m. Mark Mathewson.
Call the box office is 632-5440 for tickets: $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, $9 for groups of ten or more, and children under 12 are $7.
For more information, call Kari Catton at 217-241-3241. |
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Manga/Anime Club
Manga/Anime Club
Tuesdays, September 4 & 21
4:30 to 6:00
Normal Public Library
Community Room
Held on the first and third Tuesdays of every month, Manga/Anima Club is for any teens interested in Japanese comics and animation.
For more information, please call 309-452-1757. |
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Southern Gospel Concert featuring “Golden Road Quartet”
Southern Gospel Concert featuring “Golden Road Quartet”
From Doniphan, MO
Saturday
September 4, 2010 at 7pm
At the Bethalto Church of God
www.bcog.cc
Pastors Jeremy and Ginger Robinson
800 E. Bethalto Dr
Bethalto, IL
(on the NE corner of Highway 140 and Moreland Road)
An offering will be taken
These monthly concerts are open for everyone to come and enjoy. We would love for your Church to get a group together and bring the Church Bus or Van.
For more information call HOSTS Tom and Sheron at 618-259-0065 or email stcadle1@aol.com
Visit www.bethaltogospelsing.com
Come early for good seating. |
| Sep 4th, 2010 (Sat) -- Sep 6th, 2010 (Mon) |
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Third Thursday Art Show
Norb Andy's Third Thursday Art Show and it is put on by Michael Mayosky. Michael has painted several murals all over Springfield, including Knight's Action Park and Penny Lane. The show has been going on since December of 2009, and the next show is this coming Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Artists keep bringing work all weekend long. There are usually around 20+ artists involved with everything from paintings to jewelry to mosaic tables and sketches. The show runs from 4pm to 1am and is located in the building above Norb Andy's on Capitol Street, in between 5th and 6th street. Capitol Street is torn up with construction, but the show is still going on as they have built a temporary sidewalk until the construction is finished. |
| Sep 5th, 2010 (Sun) -- Sep 6th, 2010 (Mon) |
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Capitol Canine Training Club to host AKC Agility Trial Labor Day Weekend
Capitol Canine Training Club
Capitol Canine Training Club to host AKC Agility Trial Labor Day Weekend
Watch over 200 competitors view for Top Dog Honors
Capitol Canine Training club will host two days of American Kennel Club licensed dog agility trials on Sunday, September 5th and Monday, September 6th. The event will take place in the covered arena just south of the Coliseum at the Illinois State Fairgrounds. The trials will run on Sunday from 9am until 4pm and on Monday from 8am to 2pm. The public is invited to attend, but only dogs entered in the trial competitions are permitted on the grounds. There is no charge for admission. There is no permanent seating in the outdoor arena area, so spectators might want to bring their own lawn chairs.
In AKC Agility trials, dogs of all sizes and breeds, including mixed breeds, compete against the clock and each other on fast and fun obstacle courses. Dogs and handlers show their conditioning, concentration; training and teamwork as they negotiate jumps, tunnels, weave poles, hoops, dog walks, teeter totters and other obstacles in timed events.
Capitol Canine Training Club, a not for profit organization, was founded in 1965 and is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year. The club was sanctioned by the American Kennel Club in 1975 to hold dog events. Since its inception, thousands of Springfield areas dogs and their handlers have received obedience instruction through its training programs conducted by Capitol Canine Training Club member volunteers. For information on training classes for all dogs, visit www.capitolcanine.com
Event Contact:
Kathleen Stevens
971-9277
Capitol Canine Training Club |
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Memorial ExpressCare on South Sixth Street to be Open Labor Day
Memorial ExpressCare on South Sixth Street to be Open Labor Day
Memorial’s ExpressCare on South Sixth Street will be open on Monday, September 6.
The facility at 2950 S. Sixth Street will be open from 9am until 8pm and will offer outpatient radiology and laboratory services during that time.
Memorial’s two other ExpressCare locations in Springfield – at 3220 Atlanta Street (just east of North Dirksen) and Koke Mill Medical Center – will be closed on September 6. All three ExpressCare Clinics, along with on-site lab and imaging services, will be open Tuesday, September 7, from 9 am to 8pm.
For more information about Memorial’s Express Care, or for information about online wait times during our normal business hours, visit Memorialexpresscare.com. |
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Win one for Ryken
Win one for Ryken
Ryken Bailey, the 18 month old son of Todd and Christy Bailey, is in a battle for his life. Ryken was diagnosed with ATRT, or Atypical Teratoid / Rhabdoid Tumor, a rare – high-grade brain tumor that only affects three children out of every million. Treatment usually consists of an operation followed by chemotherapy and radiation, which Ryken is undergoing currently.
Auburn Girls Basketball Head Coach Dave Farris is donating a portion of each of his pay checks to help out Ryken’s family. They need all the help they can get during this traumatic time in their life. Ryken’s mother Christy played basketball for Dave on the Auburn team. He made a promise to all of his players over the years that if they ever needed him that he would be there. Coach Farris is reaching out to all of Central Illinois in an effort for prayers of all kinds and donations in any amount.
Dave is asking lady basketball fans throughout Central Illinois to pledge money for this cause. He would like for you to contact him directly for more information.
Coach Farris can be reached at 217-438-3017 or 217-891-0747.
You can email Coach Farris at 0747/dfbldit@yahoo.com
We can do this |
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Public Invited to 3rd Workshop on MacArthur Blvd, Redevelopment Plan
Public Invited to 3rd Workshop on MacArthur Blvd, Redevelopment Plan
The Regional Planning Commission and The Lakota Group will be hosting another Public Workshop for the MacArthur Blvd. Redevelopment Plan on Wednesday, September 8th, 2010 at 6:30pm at Butler Elementary School on MacArthur Blvd.
As part of the process to create a redevelopment plan for Springfield’s MacArthur Blvd. corridor, the Springfield-Sangamon County Regional Planning Commission (SSCRPC) and the Lakota Group, prime consultant for the project, will be hosting a third and final public workshop on Wednesday, September 8th, 2010 at 6:30pm. The workshop will be held at Bulter Elementary School at 1701 South MacArthur Blvd. and is opne to all interested stakeholders and citizens.
Sangamon County Board member and Project Steering Committee Chair Jennifer Dillman said that “the overall purpose of Community Workshop is to present the final planning concepts and development strategies for the future revitalization of MacArthur Blvd.” Planning concepts and land use strategies that have been crafted based on input received through the planning process will be presented according to their potential to achieve short and long-range development goals and objectives. Workshop participants will assist in refining planning concepts and strategies that will be incorporated into the final Master Plan, to be completed in September.
Dillman said that residents, business and property owners, employees and visitors are encouraged to attend the workshop to share their insights, which will be used by the consulting teams and the Steering Committee as the plan is developed.
SSCRPC Executive Director Norm, Sims, says that this third public workshop is the last of several that have been held to gain public input for the project. “The consulting team has conducted two previous community presentations including a State of the Corridor analysis presentation and a Visioning Workshop where people interested in the success of the corridor have been able to provide their input on how to improve and enhance MacArthur”, Sims said, “The consultant team also established a website at the beginning of the project to keep the larger community informed throughout the process.”
If you have a business, own property, live on or around the MacArthur Blvd, or are just an interested Springfield resident, we invite you to participate in this ongoing planning process to revitalize and enhance one of Springfield’s most important commercial corridors.
The MacArthur Blvd. project website can be found at thelakotagroup.com |
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Teen Game Day
Teen Game Day
Wednesday, September 8
4:00 to 6:00
Normal Public Library
Community Room
Are you a Dance Dance Revolution Fiend? Can you rock out with Rockband? Come out to the library on the second Wednesday of each month for gaming!
For more information, please call 309-452-1757. |
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Teen Advisory Council
Teen Advisory Council
Thursdays, September 9 & 23
4:00 to 5:30
Normal Public Library
Board Room
If you want a say in teen programs at the NPL, this is the place to be. We meet on the second and fourth Thursdays of every month for games, books, and discussion of NPL Teen Services.
For more information, please call 309-452-1757. |
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Golf for Kids
The Springfield YMCA is hosting our annual “Golf for Kids” tournament at Lincoln Greens Golf Course on Friday, September 10, 2010. The cost is $100 per golfer. Fee includes golf, lunch, all beverages on course, special gifts with the new Y logo, dinner and awards. Winner of the putting contest receives a car from Isringhausen Imports to drive for one weekend.
This tournament helps raise funds to allow the YMCA to offer area youth a safe environment to learn and grow - and to begin to be leaders in their community. No child is turned away from the YMCA because of their family’s financial situation.
To register or make a donation, contact Sue Jackson at 544-9846. For more information visit
www.springfieldymca.org
The Y is one of the nation’s leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,687 Ys engage 21 million men, women and children – regardless of age, income or background – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the long-standing relationships and physical presence not just to promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change. The Springfield YMCA celebrates 136 Years of Service in 2010
For more information, please contact:
Jay Turnbull, Event Coordinator 544-9846 ext. 37 jturnbull@springfieldymca.org
Patty Knepler, Marketing and Development Director 544-9846 ext. 20
pknepler@springfieldymca.org |
| Sep 10th, 2010 (Fri) -- Oct 29th, 2010 (Fri) |
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Prairie Art Alliance Exhibit: Reflections
Featuring David Cain (Springfield, IL), digital and DVD, and Jeff Garland (Rochester, IL), painting and sculpture. Reflecting on the appearances of objects, the structure of compositions, and the feelings created by aesthetics, the artists of the Prairie Art Alliance have brought together this offering that mirrors the diversity within our organization. Exhibit to run September 10th-October 29th at Prairie Art Alliance, 420 S 6th Street in Springfield. Call 217-544-2787 or visit www.prairieart.org for more information. |
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Springfield Theatre Center 2nd Annual Trivia Night
Springfield Theatre Center
2nd Annual Trivia Night
September 10, 2010
The Hoogland Center for the Arts
6pm Doors open,n 7pm Game begins
Cash prizes, concessions available, Silent Auction
Contact for more information and sign up: Kelly E. Basset stc.trivia.night@gmail.com
217-741-3605 |
| Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat) -- Sep 13th, 2010 (Mon) |
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Third Thursday Art Show
Norb Andy's Third Thursday Art Show and it is put on by Michael Mayosky. Michael has painted several murals all over Springfield, including Knight's Action Park and Penny Lane. The show has been going on since December of 2009, and the next show is this coming Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Artists keep bringing work all weekend long. There are usually around 20+ artists involved with everything from paintings to jewelry to mosaic tables and sketches. The show runs from 4pm to 1am and is located in the building above Norb Andy's on Capitol Street, in between 5th and 6th street. Capitol Street is torn up with construction, but the show is still going on as they have built a temporary sidewalk until the construction is finished. |
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Reflections Artists' Reception
Featuring David Cain (Springfield, IL), digital and DVD, and Jeff Garland (Rochester, IL), painting and sculpture. Reflecting on the appearances of objects, the structure of compositions, and the feelings created by aesthetics, the artists of the Prairie Art Alliance have brought together this offering that mirrors the diversity within our organization. Exhibit to run September 10th-October 29th at Prairie Art Alliance, 420 S 6th Street in Springfield. Call 217-544-2787 or visit www.prairieart.org for more information. |
| Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat) -- Sep 12th, 2010 (Sun) |
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5th Annual Art Spectacular at the Carillon
5th Annual Art Spectacular at the Carillon
Juried Fine Art and Craft Fair – Best ranked fine art fair in Springfield in 2010 Art Fair SourceBook.
September 11 – 12, 2010
Saturday 10am – 5pm, Sunday 10am – 4pm
Where: Rees Carillon
Washington Park
Chatham Road and Fayette Ave, Springfield
Original artwork will be for sale by 45 artists; also features Kids’ Art Sale, Silent Auction, Gift Basket Raffle, Music, Food Vendors, Door Prizes and Fabulous Kids’ Place!
Demonstrations all day by:
Illinois Prairie Pastel Society and Sangamon Watercolor Society
** No Pets
Admission: Art Fair: Free
Kids’ Place : $1 per child
More information: 787-3532 or www.carillon-rees.org
Sponsored by: Rees Carillon Society, Springfield Park District, The Carillon Belles, and Washington Park Botanical Garden |
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Kumler United Methodist Church featuring The Wanda Mountain Boys
Kumler United Methodist Church will be offering an evening of inspirational music featuring The Wanda Mountain Boys. Also appearing will be Mark and Pam Fisher, The Peeks and Ken and Lisa Runkle. This event will take place at Kumler United Methodist Church, 600 No. 5th Street in Springfield on Saturday, September 11,2010 from 6pm to 8pm.
All are welcome to come and join us for an evening of inspiration and fellowship.
Refreshments will be served from 5 to 6pm.
Contact: Gary Eby, program coordinator
217-522-8618
If no answer, please leave your name, phone number and a brief message. |
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Abundant Faith Church to hold 5k run/walk September 11
Abundant Faith
Christian Center
“Today’s Ministry for the Entire Family”
Abundant Faith Church to hold 5k run/walk September 11
Abundant Faith Christian Center is sponsoring a 5K Faith Run and Walk-A-Thon, raising money for the Children’s Miracle Network at St. John’s Children’s Hospital in Springfield, IL. Ther ace will be on Saturday, September 11th at 9am. Each runner and walker will being the course at 301 W. Reynolds Street, walk along 2nd Street to South Grand Ave and back to the starting point.
“We are excited to partner with the Children’s Miracle Network and St. John’s Hospital. This race is not just about running. It’s about bringing hope to sick children and the families of sick children. Everyone deserved a chance to be healthy. Everyone deserves a chance at life.” Says Jerry Doss, pastor of Abundant Faith Christian Center.
Christen Hudzik agrees that every child deserved life. Her son, Nathaniel, was born five weeks early and spent nine days in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, “No on should have a sick child. But if you have to have a sick child, then you want them to be at the St. John’s Children’s Hospital because they are in good hands there. They worked miracles for us.” She says, “we are very grateful that we have our son. We owe that to St. Johns and to God.”
To show her appreciation, Christen is participating in the 5K Faith Run on September 11th. Those who want to join forces with Christen can register online at www.abundantfaith.org or they can stop by the AFCC administrative office at 2525 Taylor Avenue.
The 5K Faith Run and Walk-A-Thon is just of the events scheduled during the month of September as Abundant Faith Christian Center celebrates 17 years of ministry. |
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Women in the Outdoors National Wild Turkey Federation 8th Annual Women in the Outdoors Event at Jim Edgar Panther Creek
Women in the Outdoors
National Wild Turkey Federation
8th Annual Women in the Outdoors Event
at Jim Edgar Panther Creek
The New Salem Longbeards Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) will be hosting their 8th annual Women in the Outdoors (WITO) Event on Saturday, September 11th at Jim Edgar Panther Creek (JEPC) State Fish and Wildlife Area near Chandlerville. This award-winning WITO event is one of the best attended in Illinois.
The fun kicks off Friday night, September 10, with an optional campout at JEPC featuring a hosted potluck dinner, bonfire, s’mores, and the construction of wood duck houses to be donated back to JEPC.
On September 11, participants will have over 20 outdoor activities to choose from, including a mock turkey hunt, fishing, boating, gardening, crafting, outdoor photography and more.
The cost for a full day’s activities is $55, or $50 for Early Bird Registration submitted by August 23. The price includes choice of classes, lunch, equipment for use and supplies, a commemorative t-shirt, a one year WITO membership and subscription to Turkey Country magazine. A $75 special WITO Membership includes even more benefits. Pre-registration is required.
For more information or to register for the September 11 event, contact Cheri Schoonover at 217-498-0283 or jschoono@mchsi.com |
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Sacred Heart Church, Virden 18th Annual Fried Chicken dinner
Sacred Heart Church, Virden will hold its 18th Annual Fried Chicken dinner on Sunday, September 12th from 11am to 2pm at the KC Hall on North Dye Street, Virden.
Adult and carry-out $9, children $4 and under 5 free. 50/50 drawing. Meal includes friend chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, slaw, applesauce, rolls, homemade desserts and beverage. |
| Sep 12th, 2010 (Sun) -- Sep 15th, 2010 (Wed) |
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Theatre in the Park Carousel, A Rogers & Hammerstein Favourite, At Theatre in the Park
Theatre in the Park
Carousel, A Rogers & Hammerstein Favourite, At Theatre in the Park
Petersburg, IL – Theatre in the Park, at Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, Proudly presents Rogers and Hammerstein’s, Carousel, August 6, 7, 8,12, 13 , 14, 15, 2010, 8:00 pm, sponsored by Mrs. Walter F. Brissenden and Mrs. Sally Robinson, and directed by John Woodruff.
In Maine Coastal village toward the end of the 19th century, the swaggering, carefree carnival barker, Billy Bigelow, captivates and marries the naïve mill worker, Julie Jordan. Billy loses his job just as he learns Julie is pregnant and, desperately intent on providing a decent life for his family, he is coerced into being an accomplice to a robbery. Caught in the act and morally injured, he is sent “up there.” Billy is allowed to return to earth for one day fifteen years later, and he encounters the daughter he never knew. She is a lonely, friendless teenager, her father’s reputation as a thief and bully having haunted her throughout her young life. How Billy instils in both the child and her mother having a sense of hope and dignity is a dramatic testimony to the power of love. It’s easy to understand why, of all the shows they created, Carousel was Rodgers and & Hammerstein’s personal favourite.
John Woodruff, director, has assembled a large cast from Petersburg, Springfield, Jacksonville, Williamsville, and Pleasant Plains.
As Always, Theatre in the Park hosts free pre-shows starting at 7:00pm in the indoor theatre each night before a performance.
August 6, 7 pm TBA; 7:40 John Woodruff Director
August 7, 7pm Love Peace and Joy Choir; 7:40 John Woodruff Director
August 8, 7pm. Heavenly Harmony; 7:40 John Woodruff Director
August 12, 7pm Prairie Aires; 7:40 John Woodruff Director
August 13, 7pm Joanne Serber; 7:40 John Woodruff Director
August 14, 7pm Ted Keylon; 7:40 John Woodruff Director
August 15, 7pm Pete Sander Prairie Aries; 7:40 John Woodruff Director
Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, $9 for groups of ten or more, and children under 12 are $7. For more information, call Kari Catton at 217-241-3241 |
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Capital City Century taking Registrations
Capital City Century taking Registrations
Springfield is once again the site for the annual Capital City Century cycling event, Sunday September 12. More than 700 cyclists from 5 surrounding states and central Illinois participate in the annual biking even that offers rides of 10, 25, 40 62 and 100 miles. This is not a race, but an opportunity for riders of all ages and abilities to challenge themselves in a supported bike ride.
The event features a full service food stop, water and snack stops along the route. A Post Pedalin’ Party offers an end to the vent at the Springfield Beach House, 100 Long Bay Shore Drive.
Rides and check-in starts at 7am, with all rides to be completed by 4pm. Volunteers from the Springfield Bicycle Club and Ham Radio Operators provide support through touring cars (SAG vehicles).
On Saturday, September 11, there is a nieghborhood-style historic bike ride, This is an easy 10-mile ride to sites including the Lincoln Tomb, Lincoln home and other sites of interest. The historic ride starts at 1pm from the Capital Complex Visitor’s Center, 425 S. College Street.
For registration and more information please visit the SBC website at www.spfldcycling.org or email events@spfldcycling.org |
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Resurrection Parish of Illiopolis will be hosting a Friend Chicken Dinner
Resurrection Parish of Illiopolis will be hosting a Friend Chicken Dinner, Sunday, September 12th on its parish grounds.
“Fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, greens beans, sliced garden tomatoes, bread and butter, iced tea, coffee, and choice of homemade pie or cake will be served from 11am to 2pm in the air-conditioned parish hall. The price of the meal is $5.00 for children 10 years of age and under, and $8.00 for adult dinners.
For carry out service, enter through alley off 4th street and exit onto 5th Street.
A raffle drawing featuring $1,00 in cash prizes (1st place, $500, 2nd place, $300, 3rd place, $200) will take place at 2pm (Winners need not be present). The event will also include a Country Store with baked goods and craft items.”
For more information – please contact Sister Phyllis Schenkt at 486-3851 |
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Calvary Temple Christian Center “Cowboy Sunday”
Calvary Temple Christian Center
“Cowboy Sunday”
Sunday, September 12
Outside Events from 4:30 – 7pm
Riding and Roping, Bull Whip, Quick Draw and Cowboy Poet Demonstrations
Pony Rides for the kids and western wear costume contests
Ribeye sandwich meal for the first 400 attending
FREE EVENT!
Concert in Sanctuary with Don Edwards – inductee in to the Western Walk of Stars and Grammy Nominee
Concert 7pm
Calvary Temple Christian Center
1730 W. Jefferson
Springfield, Il 62702 |
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Signature Chefs Auction
Enchanting Evening to Benefit The March of Dimes
Springfield hosts Signature Chefs Auction
Springfield, Illinois – Take a culinary tour of Springfield’s finest dining and bid on an auction full of exciting packages and delicious meals on Thursday, September 16th. It’s time once again for the Signature Chefs Auction, presented by the Central Illinois Division of the March of Dimes.
Dozens of packages will be sold to benefit the March of Dimes including, spa days, fine jewellery, a fantastic Marco Island and Santa Rosa Beach getaway, tickets to a live showing of ABC’s hit show Dancing with the Stars and much more!
The host sponsor the event is the President Abraham Lincoln Hotel. Other major sponsors include: Green Audi, St. Johns Hospital, CEFCU, ABC Newschannel 20, MJ Kellner, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Terry Farmer Photography and Liberty Tax.
The evening will begin at 6:00 pm at the President Abraham Lincoln Hotel with a one-hour cocktail and food sampling reception. Chefs and bakers from establishments including The President Abraham Lincoln Hotel, Mariah’s, Bella Milano-The Art of Italian, Gambino Louisiana Restaurant, Maya Authentic Mexican Cuisine, Catie Girls, Ginger Asian Bistro, Secret Recipes, Peases, the Sazerac, Osaka, Illini Country Club, Panera Bread, Inn at 835, Hill Prairie Winery, and Specialty Cakes will be serenading diners with samplings of their featured delicacies.
During the auction portion of the evening, a number of dining events featuring the creative touches of our culinary geniouses will go under the gavel. Patrons can also bid on the items and packages featured on the silent auction tables.
Guests may come to bid at the auction or simply sample the signature dishes. Tickets are $75 in advance. Sponsorship opportunities still are available for local businesses who wish to share in the success of this extraordinary event. It’s not too late to participate!
For more information on tickets or sponsorship opportunities, contact Shannon Mathis at 217-787-5154.
The March of Dimes is the champion of all babies, and has protected their health for 70 years, beginning with funding the research that led to the eradication of polio in the U.S. The March of Dimes is the first and only organization that eradicated the disease it set out to eliminate, and also is the first health organization to host a nationwide walk. Founded in 1938 by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the organization was originally called the National Infantile Paralysis Foundation. After funding the research that led to the eradication of polio, the organization changed its focus to premature birth and birth defects.
The March of Dimes is the leading non-profit organization for pregnancy and baby health. With chapters nationwide and its premier event, March for Babies, the March of Dimes works to improve the health of babies. For the latest resources and information, visit marchofdimes.com or nacersano.org. |
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Crossroads Art Show at the Prairie Palette Art Gallery in Petersburg
Crossroads Art Show at the Prairie Palette Art Gallery in Petersburg
Opens on September 17th with an Open House from 5:30 – 7:30pm. Cookies and punch will be provided by the PORTA Community Problem Solvers and Art Club. Crossroads will be open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12-4pm until October 17th.
This show will feature artwork from artists in and around Menard County. The mediums will range from woodcarving to water color, acrylic to glass and much more! If your group is interested in a special showing, contact Mary Mies at 217-971-7431. Admission to Crossroads is FREE. |
| Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat) -- Sep 19th, 2010 (Sun) |
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The 22nd Annual Edwards Place Fine Art Fair
The 22nd Annual Edwards Place Fine Art Fair
September 18 & 19, 2010
This year the Fair will be hosting 76 artists from across the nation who work in watercolour, acrylics, photography, ceramics, fiber, glass, jewellery, metalwork, and wood. The artists find our Fair to be one of the brightest stars in their summer circuit ; more than 56 of this year’s artists are returning vendors. Among these are 2 of the SAA’s own jewellery teacher – enamellist Poppy Vincent (who has been in the fair since its inception!) and metal teacher Meghan Tippy Reese. This is her Fine Art Fair debut; we are so proud and delighted to be able to showcase her work. We are also pleased to be premiering fourteen other new artist, including 2 businesses from Springfield: Steve Brooks and Justin Behnke of Brooks Art Glass, Inc. and Susan Sitki of SueWooJewels. The Fair will also feature live music entertainment, artists’ demonstrations by SAA faculty and students, tours of Edwards Place Historic home, concessions, a used book sale to benefit the SAA’s Michael Victor II Art Library, and Pulp: Fact, Fiction and Fantasy a handmade paper exhibition in the Gallery of Art thru October 2nd.
The fair is also thrilled to host a brand new Children’s Tent with year’s festivities. Accompany your children to make a craft or two, take a photo in Munch’s The Scream photo booth, and browse the section of funky and affordable creations from Anna Williams’ awesome new youth booth.
Event Chair Bronwyn Eves and her committee have been working to make this year’s fair a success. The Fine Art Fair’s success depends on talented artists, energetic volunteers and generous sponsors. Sponsors and volunteers enable the SAA to present the Fair free to the public; there is no gate admission or parking fee. If you would like to volunteer or become a sponsor, please contact the SAA at 523-2631. |
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Free Dental Services to be provided Sept. 18th
Free Dental Services to be provided Sept. 18th
Springfield-area dentists to participate in Dentistry from the Heart
People in the Springfield community will have the opportunity to receive free dental services ranging from cleanings and x-rays to exams, fillings and more at West Side Dental Group on Saturday, Sept 18th
Drs. Shawn May and Michael Duffy of West Side Dental Group, Dr. April Kennedy of Springfield Dental Care, Dr. Jeffery Whiteside of Dental Group of Springfield, Dr. Grace Cheng of 21st Century Dental, Dr. Oluleke Jeboda of Affordable Dentistry Today, Dr. Brett Spauling of Montvale Dental Center along with other dentists nationwide, will be improving the oral health of our neighbours in need as part of Dentistry from the Heart, a program initiated in 2001 to provide dental care to the growing number of Americans without dental insurance.
Free dental exams will be given on Saturday, September 18th, starting at 7:30am at the West Side Dental Group located at 2633 Chatham Road in Springfield. The first 200 patients will be seen on a first come first served basis. For more information, please call Sarah Spillman at 217-698-8777. |
| Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat) -- Sep 20th, 2010 (Mon) |
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Third Thursday Art Show
Norb Andy's Third Thursday Art Show and it is put on by Michael Mayosky. Michael has painted several murals all over Springfield, including Knight's Action Park and Penny Lane. The show has been going on since December of 2009, and the next show is this coming Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Artists keep bringing work all weekend long. There are usually around 20+ artists involved with everything from paintings to jewelry to mosaic tables and sketches. The show runs from 4pm to 1am and is located in the building above Norb Andy's on Capitol Street, in between 5th and 6th street. Capitol Street is torn up with construction, but the show is still going on as they have built a temporary sidewalk until the construction is finished. |
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Craft Supply Sale
Craft Supply Sale
September 18
Saturday
8am to 2pm
At Springfield Ceramics and Craft Club
2626 South Pasfield, Springfield, Illinois
Surplus craft supplies will be offered for sale
www.springfieldcermaicandcraftclub.org |
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Memorial Transplant Services 5k Run/Walk
Memorial Transplant Services 5k Run/Walk
Saturday, September 18 (rain or shine)
Washington Park, Springfield
Starting point: Picnic Pavillion
Registration Time : 7am
Registration Fee: $20 per adult, $10 per child 12 and under
Run/Walk Start: 8am
Proceeds benefit the kidney and pancreas transplant assistance fund at Memorial Medical Center
Visit Memorialtransplantservices.com to register or call 217-788-3441. |
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75th Anniversary Celebration
75th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, September 18
1:00 to 3:00
Normal Public Library
Front Lawn
Join us to celebrate the library's 75th anniversary! See award-winning author, Eric Rohmann. All kids will receive a free copy of his book for him to sign. Enjoy cake and other treats! |
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Benefit Fundraiser for Tom (Skin) Stolleis
Benefit Fundraiser for Tom (Skin) Stolleis
Skin recently suffered a mild stroke and has no health insurance. This benefit is to help pay his medical costs.
Where: Koo Koo’s Nest 3045 Sangamon Ave, Springfield, IL
When: Sunday, September 19, 2010 1pm – 7pm
What: 50/50 drawing, silent auction, $ 5 donation requested, free food, friends and fun for a good cause.
For further info please contact Bob @ 217-725-8718 |
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Manga/Anime Club
Manga/Anime Club
Tuesdays, September 21
4:30 to 6:00
Normal Public Library
Community Room
Held on the first and third Tuesdays of every month, Manga/Anima Club is for any teens interested in Japanese comics and animation.
For more information, please call 309-452-1757. |
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Teen Advisory Council
Teen Advisory Council
Thursdays, September 23
4:00 to 5:30
Normal Public Library
Board Room
If you want a say in teen programs at the NPL, this is the place to be. We meet on the second and fourth Thursdays of every month for games, books, and discussion of NPL Teen Services.
For more information, please call 309-452-1757. |
| Sep 23rd, 2010 (Thu) |
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
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Music in the Park
SPRINGFIELD PARK DISTRICT AND SPRINGFIELD PARKS FOUNDATION TO KICK OFF 2010 MUSIC IN THE PARK SERIES AT WASHINGTON PARK ON MAY 23rd FROM 4PM-7PM.
The Springfield Park District and the Springfield Parks Foundation are proud to announce the 2010 Music in the Park series. These events are made possible by the following sponsors: St. Johns Children's Hopsital, WNNS Lite Rock 98.7, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Springfield Electric, The Horace Mann Companies, Arnold Monument Company and the Springfield Parks Foundation Board of Trustees.
The first Music in the Park event will be on May 23rd at Washington Park, near the Carillon from 4pm until 7pm. This event will feature the Sensational Debbie Ross Band. Please note this event is completely free.
Music in the Park is a fun family oriented program. Once a month families come to watch FREE live musical performances. A concessionaire will be on site serving warm food and cold beverages. Participants are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket.
2010 Music in the Park events:
-The Sensational Debbie Ross Band, May 23rd, Washington Park, 4-7pm
-Kapitol Sound, June 27th, Comer Cox Park, 4-7pm
-The Screamin Vatos, July 25th, Lincoln Park, 4-7pm
-River Ramblers and Tom Irwin, August 29th, Iles Park, 4-7pm
-Exorna, Elk Pipes and Drums, and The Emerald Underground, September 26th, Washington Park, 4-7pm
For more information on these and other exciting Park District Programs please visit our website at www.springfieldparks.org. In the event of inclement weather please contact the Park District hotline at 544-1751. |
| Sep 23rd, 2010 (Thu) |
6:30 PM |
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Land of Lincoln Water Gardening Society Meeting
Dedicated to those interested in water gardening, landscape water features, and aquatic plants and fish. Meets on the fourth Thursday of each month from February through October. Memberships are available and guests are always welcome at the monthly meetings. Held at Washington Park Botanical Garden, 1740 W Fayette in Springfield. Contact Dan Chevalier at 217-726-8216 or email macdlc13@sbcglobal.net for more information. |
| Sep 24th, 2010 (Fri) -- Sep 26th, 2010 (Sun) |
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Friends of the Normal Public Library Fall Book Sale
Friends of the Normal Public Library Fall Book Sale
Friday, September 24 from 4:30 to 7:00 pm (Members' Preview)
Saturday, September 25 from 8:00 to 4:00
Sunday, September 26 from 1:00 to 4:00
Normal Public Library
Community Room
Come on out to support your library and find great books! Hardcovers are $1 and paperbacks are 50. All proceeds go to the Friends of the Normal Public Library.
Tonight is exclusively for members of the Friends of the Normal Public Library.
Not a member? Stop by the library to join, or you can join at the door! An individual membership costs $5. |
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Trivia Night Sponsored by: Capital Elite Storm Booster Club
Trivia Night
Sponsored by: Capital Elite Storm Booster Club
Sherman Athletic Club
300 S. First Street, Sherman
Friday, September 24th, 7pm
$100 per table, up to 10 players per table
Bring your own snacks, decorate your table
Door prizes, 50/50, cash bar
Walk-in’s welcome
To reserve a table contact Marsha:
217-494-4349 or msmarvel19@comcast.net |
| Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat) -- Sep 27th, 2010 (Mon) |
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Third Thursday Art Show
Norb Andy's Third Thursday Art Show and it is put on by Michael Mayosky. Michael has painted several murals all over Springfield, including Knight's Action Park and Penny Lane. The show has been going on since December of 2009, and the next show is this coming Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Artists keep bringing work all weekend long. There are usually around 20+ artists involved with everything from paintings to jewelry to mosaic tables and sketches. The show runs from 4pm to 1am and is located in the building above Norb Andy's on Capitol Street, in between 5th and 6th street. Capitol Street is torn up with construction, but the show is still going on as they have built a temporary sidewalk until the construction is finished. |
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Autism Walk – Take a Step for Autism
Autism Walk – Take a Step for Autism
Sponsored by the Autism Society of America Central Illinois Chapter
Walk and Fundraiser, family entertainment
Sept. 25, 2010
9am to noon
Washington Park, Springfield, IL
Free, donations welcome
More information and registration at www.firstgiving.com/asacic
Or call 217-241-2023 or email info@asacic.org |
| Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat) |
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM |
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CWLP Community Energy Meeting
CWLP COMMUNITY ENERGY MEETING MAY 25TH
Free lunch available with RSVP
City Water, Light and Power's next Community Energy Meeting, which will focus on the newly formed Cool Cities Council and their planned activities, has been scheduled for Tuesday, May 25th at noon. These meetings are designed to provide updates to the public on progress made regarding environmental and energy saving activities and to solicit suggestions and ideas from the community regarding energy programs and related issues. CWLP has been using the input received from these meetings to enhance existing programs and develop new energy efficient and conservation programs.
This meeting will run from noon to 1:30pm at the Illinois National Bank Downtown Conference Cetner af Fourth and Jackson Streets. Attendees who RSVP by May 24th will have lunch provided free by Inn at 835 with drinks provided courtesy of Bunn-O-Matic. Others may bring their lunch. These meetings are part of an ongoing series the utility has been hosting to promote energy convservation measures and enhance its energy efficiency and energy management programs through public feedback.
Remaining 2010 CWLP Community Energy Meetings are as follows:
Tuesday, May 25th, noon to 1:30pm
Illinois National Bank Conference Center
Corner of 4th and Jackson Streets
Wednesday, August 25th, 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Illinois National Bank Conference Center
Corner of 4th and Jackson Streets
Tuesday, November 30th, 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Illinois National Bank Conference Center
Corner of 4th and Jackson Streets |
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Music in the Park
Springfield Park District and Springfield Parks Foundation to host Music in the Park at Comer Cox Park on August 29 from 4pm – 7pm.
The Springfield Park District and the Springfield Parks Foundation are proud to announce the 2010 Music in the Park series. These events are made possible by the following sponsors: St. Johns Children’s Hospital, WNNS Lite Rock 99, Blue Cross / Blue Shield, Springfield Electric. The Horace Mann Companies, Arnold Monument Company and the Springfield Parks Foundation Board of Trustees.
The next music in the park event will be on August 29th at Illes Park from 4pm to 7pm. This event will feature the River Ramblers. Plus, honest to goodness national stars the Bluegrass world; The Gordons will be traveling from the Southern Illinois area to perform with Springfield native Tom Irwin. Please note this event is completely free.
Music in the Park is a fun family oriented program. Once a month families come to watch FREE live musical performances. A concessionaire will be on site serving warm food and cold beverages. Participants are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket.
2010 Music in the Park events remaining
Exorna, Elk Pipes ad Drums, and the Emerald Underground
September 26 Washington Park 4 – 7pm
For more information on these and other exciting Park District Programs please visit out website at www.springfieldparks.org. In the event of inclement weather please contact the Park District hotline at 544-1751 |
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