This month's craft is a mini barn quilt.
Crafting is for grown-ups too, not just kids! Connect, create, and relax with others in an easygoingenvironment. All supplies for our simple crafts provided – you just need to bring the conversation andimagination! To help with the purchasing of supplies, please consider a donation of $3 per craft.
217-483-2713
Get the electrifying concert experience of Tina Turner with this glorious, energetic stage production, brimming with Tina hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s. The powerful raspy vocals, high-intensity dancing and thrilling stage presence live on stage, complete with band, brass section, backing vocalists and dancers to make this the definitive tribute, and a fabulous fun night out!
217-206-6160
Amateur and Jr. Exhibitor American Saddlebred, Monarch Pleasure, and Amateur Hackney divisions , and Open American Saddlebred and Open Hackney Pony divisions.
Open during regular museum hours. The exhibit demonstrates why we keep bringing up something so horrible as a race riot and why we have not gotten over it. It clarifies what happened and why, and it seeks understanding of how 1908 speaks to today, expose our tradition of violence and to reaffirm our commitment to justice and equality. spiaahm.org. Donations accepted.
217-391-6323
Land of Lincoln Legal Aid provides free civil legal help for eligible seniors.To make an appointment, please contact Barb Hipsher at (217) 503-4643.
217-528-4035
Looking to learn a new board game or show off your gaming skills? Every game night we play a variety of games from strategic to cooperative to those that are a little less taxing on the brain. Whether we win or not, a good time is had by all!
217-483-2713
The Phoenix Center: OUT on Second in partnership with Die Hard Games will bring more than 35 players together in the land of Sirraka to battle evil forces and safeguard the innocent. The champions will test their mettle against pirates, monsters, warriors, traps, puzzles and various adversaries as they embark ona heroic quest in this classic D&D adventure. Dungeon masters will oversee six interconnected campaigns. Players can move between parties and fully immerse themselves in this realm tailored to their playing style.
217-503-4104
Have you ever wanted to try stand-up comedy? Have you been doing it for awhile and want to screen some elements to your comedy routine? Do you just want to rant and rave about the banal, sometimes idiotic things we deal with in our day-to-day lives?
217-200-0896
See the pastel paintings and glass sculptures of artists Sheri Ramsey and Michelle Ryan. The artworks are unified by their reflections on nature and the moody resonance of emotion, creating an experience full of energy and life.
217-544-2787
The Underground Gallery, inside of the SAA Collective, presents figurative and other paintings by juried artist Art Silver. Silver is inspired by how body language tells complex stories about who we are, what we are doing, and how we relate to our environment and each other.
217-544-2787
A guided tour through the newly-restored first and second floors. The home is interpreted to 1857 and furnished with wonderful examples of Victorian furniture, including many pieces that belonged to the Edwards family. See the authentic "Lincoln Courting Couch" from the parlor of the Ninian Edwards home where Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd were married and a piano that was likely played at their wedding. Closed on national holidays
217-523-2631
Shop for fresh local produce, baked goods and products. Please note health guidelines will be followed. Sponsored by HSHS St. John's Hospital.
217-544-1723
This 60-minute tour examines the devastating 1908 Race Riot that destroyed and affected the lives of many of Abraham Lincoln’s African American friends and their descendants. Good walking shoes and water recommended.
217-782-6302
Let's Get Fit is a chair based group exercise program designed specifically to meet the needs of older adults who are looking to incorporate more physical activity into their lives. These classes consist of aerobic, strengthening, balance and flexibility exercises.Meets in person.
217-528-4035
Ten meetings are held in the local area each week. Five are in-person and four are hybrid of in-person and via Zoom. One meeting is Zoom only. Visit the website or call for more information.
217-891-2981
Chair aerobics at Athens Christian ChurchJoin senior citizen friends each Monday and Wednesday morning at 9:00 am for CHAIR AEROBICS at Athens Christian Church (1411 E State Route 29). Chair aerobics is suitable for everyone, with gentle exercises that develop flexibility, strength, balance, coordination and fitness. There is no charge for this activity
For more information, please contact the church office at 217-636-8463.
217-636-8463
Join senior friends at every Monday and Wednesday morning from 9-10 a.m. for chair aerobics. It's free and is suitable for everyone, with gentle exercises that develop flexibility, strength, balance, coordination and fitness.
217-636-8463
Afraid of public speaking or looking to improve the quality of your speech? Want to develop your leadership skills? Capital City Toastmasters is the place for you! We offer a positive, non-judgmental atmosphere to help guide you as you hone your leadership and communication skills in order to be the best you possible! We currently meet on Zoom.
Live backgammon is back. Join us at the Harvest Market Mezzanine every Wednesday at 6PM for backgammon fun at this great new venue. Lessons available for beginners.
217-622-9447
