Events starting Aug. 17

This exhibit tells the story of Illinois' long fight for freedom from slavery. It is on loan from the National Park Service. 217-391-6323

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

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

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.

Meeting in person and via Zoom. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-899-6041

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

Meeting in person. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-341-3722

Open mic at Boones with your hosts Silas & Joel. 217-679-3752

217-528-3337

Third Wednesday of every month, 6-8pm. Read some poetry, prose or nonfiction, whether your original or the work of a favorite author. You can also just relax and listen. Online every third Wednesday of the month. Get the Zoom link on the website. 217-725-9058