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Piano played at the Lincoln's wedding on display |
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The Lincolns' wedding was held in the Edwards' parlor on Nov. 4, 1842. The piano is on long-term loan from the Lincoln Home National Historic Site. Hours: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Tours begin on the hour; suggested donation $3 per person. 523-2631, e-mail: collections@springfieldart.org. |
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Weapons and Medicine of the Civil War |
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The deadliest weapon of the Civil War was one that nobody could see, killing two soldiers for every one felled by gunfire. The extraordinary casualties caused by that invisible killer, disease; the conventional weapons used to create slaughter on an unprecedented scale; horrific injuries suffered on the battlefield; and the heroic efforts of medical personnel to treat soldiers on both sides are described in detail in “To Kill and to Heal: Weapons and Medicine of the Civil War,” a new exhibit runs through 2013 at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum in Springfield.
To Kill and to Heal: Weapons and Medicine of the Civil War” opens about a month after the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Shiloh, the first Civil War battle with massive casualties on a scale that indicated what the remaining years of the war would bring. Glenna Schroeder-Lein is the curator, and she worked closely with an exhibits team consisting of John Malinak, Michael Casey, Carla Smith, Katie Grant, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation, staff from the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency, and numerous community groups, institutions, and individuals to create the exhibit.
The experiences of actual soldiers are prevalent throughout the exhibit, including quotes and photographs, lending a human touch to the horror of war. Some of the images come from original medical files and graphically depict the effects of deadly weapons and even deadlier germs on the bodies of Union and Confederate soldiers.
Paid admission to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum is required to view the exhibit. Admission prices are $12 for adults, $9 for senior citizens, and $6 for children. A special admission rate of $5 is available to those who want to visit only the new exhibit.
For more information, visit www.presidentlincoln.org.
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IT CAME FROM THE LIBRARY |
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IT CAME FROM THE LIBRARY”Teen Read Week Oct. 14-20at the Prairie Skies Public Library District. Ashland main starts Oct 15 Monday with a kick-off.
On Oct 16: “MysticReading” at 3:30 p.m. byIMPS group.Wed.
Oct 17 begins Mr. John’s School of Cosmetology & Nailsat 3:30Pm to answer all those scary Questions.
Thursday brings Ghost stories of Central Illinois by Dana Quinnat 3pm.
Friday is GRAND PRIZE DRAWING donated by Quaker Steak & Lube.
Pleasant Plains Location has a kick-off on Oct 15
Tuesday Oct 16 brings “Mystic Reading” at 5P.M.
Ghost presentationby CAPS’s Dave Roberts on Oct 17
Facial Artistry will bring “Special Effects make-up tolife” on Oct. 18.
Friday is GRAND PRIZE DRAWING donated by Quaker Steak and Lube
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First Steps: Moms Support Group |
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This group gives moms and their babies the opportunity to meet in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Moms can bring a brown bag lunch and join in lively informative conversations conducted by Birth Center nurses.
The group meets on the fourth floor of the Carol Jo Vecchie Women and Children’s Center at St. John’s Hospital every Wednesday from 12 noon - 1:30 p.m. There is no charge for this service and no registration required. Phone: 744-2229. |
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Bridge Games |
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Bridge Games every Wednesday 12:30 and 6:30 p.m., 3900 Wood Duck Dr., For a partner 726-9456 or Stevie Holcomb 670-1003 for a partner. |
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Springfield Chess Club |
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6:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays in the food court at White Oaks Mall. Chess playing for club members and the public. In addition the club meets twice a month on the second and fourth Friday evenings at Barnes and Noble. For further information, contact David Long at 726-2584. |
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Halloween Hustle |
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Halloween Hustle to benefit Helping Hands of Springfield is Saturday October 27th at Lincoln Park in Springfield. Registration starts at 8am at brick shelter #7 on the west side of the park. The 5K starts at 10 am. Register is $25 for adults and $10for kids 10 and under. Register on line at www.helpinghandsofspringfield.org |
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Farmers market on the Square |
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Farmers market on the Square, South East Area of the Square
Open Wednesdays, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m., through October, free vendor set-up
Sponsored by Jacksonville Main Street - for information, call 245.6884 or www.jacksonvillemainstreet.com
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Grand Opening of Homestead Holiday |
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James Millikin Homestead ∙ 125 North Pine Street, Decatur
A partnership of Shop On Main and the James Millikin Homestead. The home will be filled with holiday decorations, accessories and gifts and much more!
A portion of proceeds benefit the Homestead as you experience the skills and creativity of Shop On Main throughout the home. Stop by Tuesday - Friday noon to 5 or Saturday noon to 4. Plan a wine/cheese or cookie party with private shopping. A great place to visit for a girls day out and a great way to help a community organization!
Free Admission & Free Parking
For more information call Events Plus at 217.233.3391
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Art for Adoption! |
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Who & Why: Fundraiser for Brandon & Nikki (Harr) Goodall’s upcoming adoption of their daughter, Olive a beautiful "special needs" girl from China!
What: Soup Supper & Silent Auction of Art.
Handmade items including: paintings, drawings, crocheting/knitting, quilts, jewelry & more!
Just in time for Christmas!
When: Saturday, November 3rd, 2012, Noon-8:00 pm
Where: Waverly American Legion
136 East State Street, Waverly, IL 62692
Find the event on Facebook - Look for “Art for Adoption”!
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Healthy Eating Class |
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The Eating for Health! series will again be offered to cancer patients and the general public through a partnership of Simmons Cancer Institute at Southern Illinois University and the Lincoln Land Community College Culinary Institute.
The series is part of LLCC’s efforts to educate the community about eating fresh, local foods. LLCC Chef Denise Perry will teach a series of four, non-credit classes on a variety of topics during the fall semester. All classes will be offered in the LLCC-Workforce Careers Center on the Springfield campus.
The “Cruciferous Vegetables” course will discuss vegetables other than the mainstream broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage. Attendees will learn how to buy, prepare and incorporate these healthy foods into meals. The class is scheduled from 6 - 8 p.m. Wednesday, October 17.
“Winter Squash” is the fourth class. Participants will learn about the many varieties of winter squash, shopping and preparation. It is offered from 6 - 8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 14.
The classes are free to those who have been diagnosed with cancer and their guest. They can register by calling Kristi Lessen at 217-545-7493 weekdays. Cost for the general public is $19 per class; space is limited. Members of the public may register by calling LLCC Registration Services at 217-786-2292.
According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of the U. S. National Institutes of Health, an estimated 20 to 30 percent of some of the most common cancers in the United States may be related to being overweight and/or to a lack of physical activity. Additionally, recent NCI studies indicate that obesity and being overweight may increase the risk of death from many cancers — up to 14 percent of cancer deaths in men and 20 percent of cancer deaths in women.
The mission of the Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU is to serve the people of central and southern Illinois by addressing their present and future cancer care needs through education, research, patient care and community service. Its website is www.siumed.edu/cancer.
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