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Abe’s army of volunteers

Museums of all types and sizes rely on volunteers for a myriad of activities, and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (ALPLM) is no exception. ALPLM has a robust volunteer program with 540 active volunteers. Jeremy Carrell, director of volunteer services, says the number, quality and passion of volunteers far exceeds early expectations. Volunteers […]

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Summer fun for ages 50+

June Midwest Charity Horse ShowJun 15-17, 10:30am, 6:30pm daily. Premier US horse show features American Saddlebred, Roadster, Morgan and Arabian horses and Hackney ponies. Performances at 10:30am and 6:30pm daily. Free. midwestcharity.com. Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661. Willy WonkaJun 15-18, 8:30pm. Musical is based off Roald Dahl’s timeless story of the world-famous candy […]

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Get fit with intensity

As an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, including prevention and treatment of athletic injuries, I see a lot of athletes and active individuals of all ages. My goal is to keep people as active as possible and to maximize performance while minimizing injury potential. Exercise is the cheapest form of health insurance, and starting […]

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Land of Lincoln wineries

Danenberger Family Vineyards, located in rural New Berlin, harvested and crushed 32 tons of grapes last fall, their biggest year yet. When founder Susan Danenberger began making wine, it may have seemed unlikely that central Illinois would be the home of a winery that would draw guests from around the country. Now established as an […]

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Rock and romance through the ages

In the 60s, my father was a crew cut-sporting, hippie-hating Nixon supporter. I was a long-haired, Vietnam War-protesting adolescent. The only times we seemed to be able to come together was through our love of live music. I’m grateful for the opportunities he provided for me to experience many of the great jazz legends, including […]

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Know when to collect Social Security

This publication represents the views of the author, and does not necessarily represent the views of RSM US Wealth Management LLC. This publication does not constitute professional or investment advice. RSM US Wealth Management LLC is a limited liability company that provides investment advisory services, financial planning and other wealth management services to individuals and […]

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Get up and go

Breakfast Optimist ClubMar 17, 24, 31, Apr 7, 14, 21, 28, 7am Fri. Every Friday. Visitors welcome. 546-5021. Atonement Lutheran Church, 2800 W. Jefferson St., 546-7646.Peacemaking in a Post-Truth WorldMar 18, 8:30am-3pm. Seminar on the application of René Girard’s mimetic theory to praying with and preaching the Judeo-Christian texts. $40. Registration. springfieldop.org/bible-strategies. Sacred Heart Convent, […]

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Never stop learning

There’s plenty going on for area seniors these days, with more all the time. Every month, hundreds of active, imaginative seniors meet to eat, explore interesting places in and around Springfield, play sports, travel and much more. They are the members and friends of Lincoln Land Community College’s Academy of Lifelong Learning (A.L.L.), and they’re […]

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