Public Events Calendar 2007

Office of Public Affairs • P.O. Box 19621• Springfield, IL 62794-9621• 217-545-2155

The Public Events Calendar provides a current listing of events sponsored by the School of Medicine that are of general interest to the campus community and/or the public at large.

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January • February • March • April • May • June • July • August • September • October • November • December • 2006

JANUARY 2007
16 Losing To Win
5:30-6:30 p.m., South Auditorium 801 N. Rutledge, Springfield
Ten-week weight loss program; open to the public
Contact: Amy Olson, R.D., Medicine, 217-545-7985

25 SIU Blood Drive
7 a.m. - 1 p.m., Pearson Museum, 801 N. Rutledge, 2nd floor
Central Illinois Community Blood Center drive for 2007
Contact: Vicki Benson, Human Resources, 545-8035

FEBRUARY 2007
10 Winter Ball
6:30 p.m., Northfield Inn, 3280 Northfield Drive, Springfield
Annual dinner dance sponsored by medical students
Contact: Student Affairs, 217-545-2860

10 Trivia Night
7 p.m., James T. Dove, M.D., Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
$10 per person; cash prizes for first, second and third place
Contact: Children's Miracle network, 544-5437

12 How to Ask, How to Help: Physical & Mental Health Effects on Domestic Violence
Wedeberg Conference Center, Memorial Medical Center, 701 N. First St., Springfield
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/

Black History Month Events
   12 6 p.m., South Auditorium (2nd floor), 801 N. Rutledge, Springfield (open to the public)
Harry Edwards, Ph.D., will present "The Crisis of Black Sports Participation and Popular Culture: Issues of Political Policy and Public Health." He is an activist, athlete and former professor at the University of California at Berkley, and a spokesperson for a revolution in sports.
Contact: Wesley McNeese, M.D., Diversity/MinorityAffairs, 545-6012
   13 Ethnic Heritage Month
Noon. - 1 p.m., main lobby, 801 N. Rutledge
Celebrating and sharing the culture of Africa
Contact: Patricia Davis, Diversity/Minority Affairs, 545-7243
   21 5-8 p.m., Student Lounge, Black History Month trivia bowl (open to medical students)

13-14 Hugs 'N Kisses Sale
10 a.m.-2 p.m., St. John's cafeteria
Plush Hershey Hugs 'N Kisses - $3 each or $5 for both; prices includes a notecard - proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network
Contact: Children's Miracle network, 544-5437

16 Leadership Springfield - Health and Aging Program
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., The Pearson Museum
Sponsored by the Springfield Chamber of Commerce
Contact: Merle Shiffman, Public Affairs, 217-545-5616

17 Dodgeball Tournament
Registration at 9 a.m.; tournament begins at 10 a.m.; Gold's Gym, 1600 Clearlake, Springfield
Cost is $75 per team; teams of 6-10 people; proceeds go the Children's Miracle Network and St. John's Children's Hospital
Contact: Children's Miracle network, 544-5437

20 IHOP Pancake Day
7 a.m. - 10 p.m., each International House of Pancake customer receives a stack of pancakes for free when donating the cost or exceeding the cost of the pancakes; proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network.
Contact: Children's Miracle network, 544-5437

22-23 Gold Canyon Candle sale
10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 801 N. Rutledge, 2nd floor lobby
Fragrant candles that can be ordered in an array of colors; all proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network
Contact Alison Storm, SIU Foundation, 545-1179

22 SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute at SIU Offers Public Education Event
5:30 p.m., James T. Dove, M.D., Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
Talk by Daniel Vicario, M.D., director of the Integrative Oncology Program at San Diego Cancer Center, and Dani Grady, co-founder of Cancer Survivorship: San Diego, on “Beyond Surviving: Thriving!”
Registration encouraged: contact Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/

23 Annual Cancer Symposium: Cancer Care in Rural Illinois
8 a.m.-5 p.m., Wedeberg Conference Center, Memorial Medical Center, 701 N. First St., Springfield
National and local experts present to medical leaders, presented by SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute at SIU School of Medicine
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/

27 Internal Medicine/Medical Humanities Grand Rounds
8 a.m., Wedeberg Conference Center, Memorial Medical Center, 701 N. First St., Springfield
William Sage, M.D., J.D., vice provost for health affairs from the University of Texas at Austin, will present "The Wal-Martization of Health Care" as the Theodore R. LeBlang Distinguished Lecturer in Law and Medicine.
Contact: Lynne Cleverdon, Medical Humanities, 217-545-4261

27 Brown Bag Lunch with Doctor
Noon, James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason, Springfield
Richard Embrey, M.D., Surgery, will present "Coronary Artery Disease: What's All the Hubbub About Stent?" at this free educational lunch; refreshments will be provided.
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays

MARCH 2007
7 SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute Web Cast
Noon, Jan Rakinic, M.D., Surgery, presents "Colorectal Cancer: Meeting the Challenge"
To register, go to www.siumed.edu/cme or call 217-545-7711 weekdays.
(For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

15 Match Day
11 a.m., Inn at 835, 835 Second Street, Springfield
Senior medical students find out where they will go for their residency training
Contact: Student Affairs, 217-545-2860

14-28 Enos Art Exhibit
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., main lobby, 801 N. Rutledge, Springfield
Artwork by students from Enos School is on display; reception for young artists, family and friends is March 28. Enos is SIU's Adopt-A-School.
Contact: Karen Torricelli, Purchasing, 217-545-5842

22 School of Medicine Blood Drive
11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Pearson Museum, 801 N. Rutledge, 2nd floor
Central Illinois Community Blood Center drive
Contact: Vicki Benson, Human Resources, 217-545-8035

23 Medical Humanties and SIU School of Law Grand Rounds
8 a.m., South Auditorium, 801 N. Rutledge, Springfield
Mark Rothstein, J.D., chair of law and medicine at the University of Louisville School of Medicine, will present "Bioethics in Pharmacogenomics" as the John and Marsha Ryan Bioethicist in Residence.
Contact: Lynne Cleverdon, Medical Humanities, 217-545-4261

23 Annual Neurology Symposium: The Spectrum of Neurological Conditions
9 a.m. - 4:15 p.m., Wedeberg Conference Center, Memorial Medical Center, 701 N. First St., Springfield
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/    (For health care professionals)

24 SIU Clinical Support Job Fair
10 a.m. - 1 p.m., SIU Human Resources, 327 W. Calhoun St., Springfield
Departmental representatives, benefits counselor and employment couselors will be available to talk with applicants about job opportunities. Fair will focus on specific jobs - clinic receptionist, medical records clerk, appointment schedulers/operators, account technicians, medical insurance specialists and collection specialists. Free parking available across the street from the event.
Contact: Chrissy Kramer, Human Resources, 217-545-6493

27 Brown Bag Lunch with Doctor
Noon, James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason, Springfield
Stephen Hazelrigg, M.D., Surgery, will present "Treatment of Chronic Emphysema" at this free educational lunch; refreshments will be provided.
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays

28 Chicago Chocolate Sale
9 a.m. - 3 p.m., main lobby, 801 N. Rutledge, Springfield
Order candies and other delectable delights from the Chicago Chocolate Company.
All proceeds benefit Children's Miracle Network; view the candies at www.chicagochocolate.com
Contact: Alison Storm, SIU Foundation, 217-545-1179

APRIL 2007
4 Management of the Stroke Patient: A Multidisciplinary Team Approach
9 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/    (For health care professionals)

4 SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute Web Cast
Noon, K. Thomas Robbins, M.D., Cancer Institute/Surgery, presents "Early Detection of Head and Neck Cancer"
To register, go to www.siumed.edu/cme or call 217-545-7711 weekdays
(For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

4 Solving the Mystery of Breast Pain
5:30 p.m., Baylis Building, 3rd floor conference room
Ongoing community education program of SIU Breast Cancer Support Group
Contact: Lin Vautrain, Surgery, 545-7434

8 Camp COCO Breakfast
8 a.m.-Noon, Knights of Columbus, 2200 Meadowbrook Road
Knights of Columbus is hosting an "All You Can Eat" breakfast with the proceeds going to Camp COCO
Tickets are $7.50 for adults; $4.50 for children; free for children under 5
Contact: Sheryl Lloyd, External Affairs, 545-8515

14 Annual 5K Run- Student Chapter of American Medical Association
8:30 a.m., Washington Park, Springfield
The 13th annual 5K Run, hosted by medical students at the School; entry fee is $15, race proceeds will be donated to M.E.R.C.Y. Communities. Advance registration is requested.
Contact: Student Affairs, 545-2860

14 Parkinson Disease Awareness
9 a.m.-Noon, Wedeberg Conference Center, Memorial Medical Center, 701 N. 1st St., Springfield
Updates on Parkinson Disease; open to the general public
Contact: Leslie Randolph, Alzheimer Center, 217-545-7181

16, 21 Head and Neck Cancer Screening
4-7 p.m. Monday, April 16, 9 a.m. - noon., Saturday, April 21; St. John's Pavilion, 5th floor, 301 N. 8th Street, Springfield
Presented by SIU otolaryngology head and neck cancer division and sponsored by the SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute at SIU
Contact: Pam Ray, Surgery, 545-6150

14-15, 21-22 Gallery of Homes
Moughan Builders presents three homes for open house in Park Forest Place, east of Lake Springfield; the event is free, but for each person who attends, Moughan will donate $2 to the SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute at SIU
Contact: Patsy Wappel, SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute, 217-545-0395

23-28 Cover the Uninsured Week
Variety of events to raise awareness of uninsured patients; national Web site is www.covertheuninsured.org, local Web site is www.siumed.edu/news/CTUW07events.html
   Monday, April 23 - Medicine Grand Rounds
   Tuesday April 24 - Luncheon to recognize "safety-net" providers at Prairie Heart Institute,        619 E. Mason St., Springfield
   Wednesday May 2 - Scott Morris, M.D., from the Church Health Center in Memphis will        speak at Laurel United Methodist Church, 631 W. South Grand Ave., Springfield.
Contact: Sangamon County Medical Society, 217-525-0765 or SIU Public Affairs,
217-545-2155

25 Combined Research Symposium
7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., South Auditorium/Pearson Museum; 801 N. Rutledge, second floor, Springfield
Medical students, residents and graduate students present results of their own research projects.
Contact: Nancy Austin, Research/Faculty Affairs, 545-7936

26 15th Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics Spring Conference
James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield; sponsored by Department of Pediatrics at SIU, Springfield Regional Perinatal Center and The Hope School
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

MAY 2007
2 SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute Web Cast
Noon, Lucinda Buescher, M.D., Medicine, presents "Skin Cancer Update"
To register, go to www.siumed.edu/cme or call 217-545-7711 weekdays
(For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

3 "Maintain Your Brain: How to Live a Brain Healthy Lifestyle"
10 a.m.-Noon; Wedeberg Conference Center, Memorial Medical Center, 701 N. 1st St., Springfield; sponsored by the Dementia Caregiver Network of SIU School of Medicine
Cost is $10; Open to the public and health care professionals
Contact: Leslie Randolph, Alzheimer Center, 217-545-7181 weekdays

3 SCOPE Reading
11 a.m., South Auditorium, 801 N. Rutledge (2nd floor), Springfield
Readings from SCOPE, the literary journal of SIU School of Medicine
Contact: Karen Carlson, External Affairs, 217-545-0870 weekdays

4, 6  Hometown Housecall
8:30 p.m., Friday, and 5 and 10:30 p.m., Sunday, on Network Knowledge
(WSEC/PBS Springfield, WQEC/PBS Quincy, WMEC/PBS Macomb)
Dr. Stuart Frank, a cardiologist and professor emeritus of internal medicine,
brings together colleagues from SIU School of Medicine for conversations about important medical topics. This month's topics are pulmonary research, preventing melanoma and breast cancer support.
For additional information go to www.siumed.edu/news/HHhousecall.htm

4-24 Sangamon County Art Exhibit
Open weekdays; lobby at 801 N. Rutledge (2nd floor) Springfield; reception on May 4, 4:15-5 p.m.,
An exhibit of artwork from Sangamon County elementary, middle and high school students selected by local art teachers
Contact: Cathy Dickman, Dean's Office, 217-545-7334 weekdays

5 SIU Nurses and Medical Assistants Job Fair
9 a.m. - noon, SIU Human Resources, 327 W. Calhoun St., Springfield
Departmental representatives, benefits counselor and employment couselors will be available to talk with applicants. Free parking available across the street from the event.
Contact: Chrissy Kramer, Human Resources, 217-545-6493 weekdays

8 Cookie Lee Jewelry Fundraising Sale
10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., 801 N. Rutledge, 2nd floor lobby, Springfield
Representative will display a wide array of jewelry; all proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network
Contact Alison Storm, SIU Foundation, 545-1179 weekdays

9 5th Annual Women's Health Conference
James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield; sponsored by Department of Family and Community Medicine at SIU and Carol Jo Vecchie Women & Children's Center at St. John's Hospital
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

12 Decatur Breakfast Optimist Club
6-10 p.m., Decatur Club, 158 W. Prairie, Decatur
"Rockin' The House" fundraiser; cash bar and free hors d'oeuvres; 50/50 drawing and entertainment by the band, Rock-of-Ages
$25 per person with proceeds benefiting Camp COCO, SIU's summer camp for children with cancer and other blood disorders
Contact: SIU Foundation, 217-545-6447 weekdays, or Steve Caldwell, Optimist Club, 217-720-3861

14 Lunch with Doctor
Noon, James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason, Springfield
Erica Nelson, M.D., Obstetrics/Gynecology, will present "Minimally Invasive Hysterectomies Using Robotics" at this free educational lunch; refreshments will be provided.
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration is suggested

15 Ethnic Heritage Month
Noon. - 1:30 p.m., main lobby, 801 N. Rutledge, Springfield
Celebrating and sharing the Asian culture
Contact: Patricia Davis, Diversity/Minority Affairs, 545-7243 weekdays

16 Central Illinois Senior Celebration
9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Orr Building at the Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield
Free health fair for people 50 and older; more than 100 exhibitors, including SIU School of Medicine and 45 health screenings
Contact: Ann Collins, SIU Physicians & Surgeons, 217-545-8065 weekdays

16 Focus on Health: Stroke Care
6:30 p.m., MMC's Wedeberg Conference Center, 701 N. First St., Springfield
Joni Clark, M.D., Neurology and medical director of Memorial's Stroke Center, will present at this free, community education program
Contact: MMC's Stroke Center, 217-788-3693 weekdays

17 14th Diabetes Symposium: Practical Solutions for Complex Problems
James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield; sponsored by Division of Endocrinology at SIU School of Medicine
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

19 School of Medicine Commencement
Noon, Sangamon Auditorium, University of Illinois at Springfield
Graduation for Class of 2007
William P. Magee Jr., D.D.S., M.D., co-founder of Operation Smile, is the commencement speaker
Contact: Student Affairs, 217-545-2860 weekdays

21-22 Annual Conference on Alzheimer Disease and Related Disorders
Hilton Hotel, 700 E. Adams, Springfield; SIU's Center for Alzheimer Disease, Illinois Department on Aging and Alzheimer's Association
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday, May 21, and 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 22
Contact: Leslie Randolph, Alzheimer Center, 217-545-7181 weekdays

23 Ask the Pediatrician
8 a.m., WDBR-FM, 103.7, radio interview segment on Dave and Dina morning show
Kathleen Lake, M.D., SIU Pediatrics, will discuss allergies and asthma as the guest speaker for this outreach effort of the St. John's Children's Hospital, a joint partnership of SIU and St. John's Hospital

24 School of Medicine Blood Drive
7 a.m. - 1 p.m., Pearson Museum, 801 N. Rutledge (2nd floor), Springfield
Central Illinois Community Blood Center drive
Contact: Vicki Benson, Human Resources, 217-545-8035 weekdays

JUNE 2007
1, 3  Hometown Housecall
8:30 p.m., Friday, and 5 and 10:30 p.m., Sunday, on Network Knowledge (WSEC/PBS Springfield, WQEC/PBS Quincy, WMEC/PBS Macomb). Dr. Stuart Frank, a cardiologist and professor emeritus of internal medicine, brings together colleagues from SIU School of Medicine for conversations about important medical topics. This month's topics are photo aging and skin care, hereditary colon cancer and a new SIU master's program for public health laboratory professionals.

2 CMN Picnic
11 a.m. - 3 p.m., St. John's Pavilion, 301 N,. 8th Street, Springfield
Annual picnic to support Children's Miracle Network
Contact: Farah Salim, CMN Coordinator, 544-6464, ext 45722

4 American Lung Association Golf Tournament
7 a.m. and noon, shotgun start
Annual tournament to benefit Richard H. Moy, M.D., Pulmonary Research Fund; School of Medicine and SIU Physicians & Surgeons are Platinum sponsors
Panther Creek Country Club, 3001 Panther Creek Drive, Springfield
Contact: American Lung Association, 217-787-5864, or www.lungil.org

5-7 Clinical Updates in Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities
Prairie Capital Convention Center, 701 E. Adams St., Springfield; sponsored by Department of Psychiatry at SIU School of Medicine and Illinois Department of Human Services
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

6 Book Fair Fundraiser
9 a.m.-3 p.m., 801 N. Rutledge, 2nd floor lobby, Springfield
Central Illinois Books will provide a wide selection of books and gifts; proceeds benefit Children's Miracle Network
Contact: Alison Storm, SIU Foundation, 545-1179 weekdays

7 Lunch with the Doctor
Noon, James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason, Springfield
Joni Clark, M.D., Neurology, will share information about stroke at this free educational lunch; refreshments will be provided.
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

8-10 Alumni Weekend
Reunion for School of Medicine classes of 1977, 1982, 1987, 1992 and 1997, Springfield
Contact: John Record, Alumni Affairs, 217-545-5770 weekdays

10 Cancer Survivor Picnic
noon, St. John's Pavillion
Annual cancer survivor picnic for cancer suvivors, family and caregivers; sponsors include the SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute at SIU
Contact: Diana Weyhenmeyer, St. John's, 217-525-5666 weekdays

11 St. John's Children's Hospital Golf Challenge
11:30 a.m., Panther Creek Country Club, 3001 Country Club Dr., Springfield
Golf outing to benefit Children's Miracle Network and St. John's Children's Hospital, both partnerships with SIU School of Medicine
Fees are $125 per person and includes cart rental, lunch, dinner and door prizes
Contact: Children's Miracle Network, (217) 544-KIDS

12 and 20 Prostate Screening
June 12 - 5-8 p.m., Calvary Baptist Church, 2208 Kansas St., Springfield
June 20 - 5-8 p.m., Sangamon County Dept. of Public Health, 2501 N. Dirksen Prkway, Springfield
Free prostate screenings for men between the ages of 40 and 70, sponsored by 10 local health agencies including SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute at SIU
Contact: 217-535-3100 weekdays to pre-register

12 Lunch with the Doctor
Noon, James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason, Springfield
Anjali Singh, M.D., Surgery, will present "Orthopaedic Problems Associated with Childhood Obesity" at this free educational lunch; refreshments will be provided.
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration is suggested

13 and 27 Safe Sitter Classes
8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; St. John's Children's Hospital is offering a one-day class that teaches children ages 11 and up on how to be a responsible babysitter; registration forms are at www.sjchildrens.org
Carol Jo Vecchie Women and Children's Center;
Contact: JoAnn Lemaster at joann.lemaster@st-johns.org; 217-544-6464, ext. 30095

16 Island Fever Parrothead Party
Ski and Boat Club, 268 Maple Grove, Springfield
Tickets are $7 and include a chicken dinner; benefits Children's Miracle Network and St. John's Children's Hospital, both partnerships with SIU School of Medicine
Contact: Children's Miracle Network, 217-544-KIDS

12-16 Midwest Charity Horse Show
Exhibitors, trainers, owners and families, friends and horse enthusiasts participate in this annual five-day show horse event which generates an annual contribution to SIU's Camp COCO, a summer camp for children with cancer and other blood disorders.
Illinois State Fairgrounds - Coliseum, Springfield
Conatct: Alison Storm, Foundation, 217-545-1179 weekdays or www.midwestcharity.com

18-July 3 On My Own Time
Artwork exhibited in the lobby at 801 N. Rutledge, Springfield
An in-house display of visual arts produced by SIU Springfield employees "on their own time" sponsored by the Springfield Area Arts Council as part of a city-wide effort
Contact: Brenda Vilayhong, SIU Physicians & Surgeons, 217-545-8850, or Cathy Dickman, Diversity/Minority Affairs, 217-545-7334.

20 Updates in Primary Care
John A. Logan College, 700 Logan College Road, Carterville; sponsored by SIU School of Medicine and the Continuing Health Education Link-Southern Illinois
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

22 Camp COCO Golf Tournament
7:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., Piper Glen Golf Course, 7112 Piper Glen Drive, Springfield
Annual tournament to benefit Camp COCO, SIU's summer camp for children with cancer, sponsored by Complete Care Pharmacy and other local sponsors
Contact: Sheryl Lloyd, External/Health Affairs, 217-545-8515 weekdays

27 Ask the Pediatrician
8 a.m., WDBR-FM (103.7), radio interview segment on Dave and Dina morning show
Kathleen Lake, M.D., SIU Pediatrics, will discuss skin disorders as the guest speaker for this outreach effort of the St. John's Children's Hospital, a joint partnership of SIU and St. John's Hospital

JULY 2007
4 Capitol City Celebration
Little Red Wagon parade sponsored by Jaycees to benefit Children's Miracle Network;
entrance fee is $20; prizes for best decorated wagon
Contact: entry form - www.springfieldjaycees.com; information - july4thwagons@gmail.com; 217-836-9281

8-13 Camp COCO
Annual summer camp for children with cancer and other blood disorders sponsored by SIU Department of Pediatrics
Timber Pointe Outdoor Center, Bloomington
Contact: Justine Morgan, Pediatrics, 217-545-5817 weekdays or www.siumed.edu/foundation/campcoco.htm

12 Lunch with the Doctor
Noon, James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason, Springfield
Patrick McKenna, M.D., Surgery, will share information about pediatric incontinence at this free educational lunch; refreshments will be provided.
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

11, 16, 18 and 25 Safe Sitter Classes
8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; St. John's Children's Hospital is offering a one-day class that teaches children ages 11 and up how to be a responsible babysitter; registration forms are at www.sjchildrens.org
Carol Jo Vecchie Women and Children's Center;
Contact: JoAnn Lemaster at joann.lemaster@st-johns.org; 217-544-6464, ext. 30095

19 An Evening of Fare to Remember
Progressive dinner to benefit Children's Miracle Network; starts at Sebastian's Hideout (appetizer), Maldaner's (entree) and Augie's Front Burner (dessert)
Tickets are $50 per person or $100 per couple
Contact: Children's Miracle Network, 217-544-KIDS

24 Annual Pearson Lecture
6 p.m., South Auditorium, 801 N. Rutledge, second floor
David Plotz will present "The Genius Factory"
Contact: Medical Humanities, 217-545-4261

25 Ask the Pediatrician
8 a.m., WDBR-FM (103.7), radio interview segment on Dave and Dina morning show
Kathleen Lake, M.D., SIU Pediatrics, will discuss ear infections and swimmer's ear as the guest speaker for this outreach effort of the St. John's Children's Hospital, a joint partnership of SIU and St. John's Hospital

26 School of Medicine Blood Drive
11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Pearson Museum, 801 N. Rutledge (2nd floor), Springfield
Central Illinois Community Blood Center drive
Contact: Vicki Benson, Human Resources, 217-545-8035 weekdays

AUGUST 2007
10 White Coat Ceremony
4 p.m., Student Center Ballroom D, Carbondale
First-year medical students receive their white coats
Contact: Student Affairs, 217-545-2860

13 Hot Dog Lunch
11:30 a.m., 801 courtyard
A hot dog lunch to welcome second-year medical students
Contact: Stephanie George, Educational Media, 217-545-3184

14 Lunch with the Doctor
Noon, James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason, Springfield
Nicole Zook Sommer, M.D., Surgery, and Lucinda Buescher, M.D., Medicine, will share information about non-surgical cosmetic procedures of the face at this free educational lunch; refreshments will be provided.
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

14 Ethnic Heritage Month
Noon. - 1:30 p.m., main lobby, 801 N. Rutledge
Celebrating and sharing the cultures of India and Pakistan
Contact: Patricia Davis, Diversity/Minority Affairs, 545-7243

15 School of Medicine Day
11 a.m., Southern Illinois University tent, Illinois State Fair, in front of Emmerson building
Contact: Merle Shiffman, Public Affairs, 545-5616

22 Ask the Pediatrician
8 a.m., WDBR-FM (103.7), radio interview segment on Dave and Dina morning show
Kathleen Lake, M.D., SIU Pediatrics, will discuss immunizations as the guest speaker for this outreach effort of the St. John's Children's Hospital, a joint partnership of SIU and St. John's Hospital

24 Movie in the Park
Kiwanis Park; Bike helmet give away at 6:30 p.m.; "Charlotte's Web" begins at dusk;
Sponsored by St. John's Children's Hospital, a partnership with SIU School of Medicine

SEPTEMBER 2007
17 Constitution Day Celebration
Noon, South Auditorium, 801 N. Rutledge, Springfield
Bernie Schoenberg, political reporter for Springfield State Journal-Register will present "Reporting Politics: The First Amendment and Freedom of the Press"
Contact: Bob Wesley, External Affairs, 545-5770

20 Tipping The Scale: Managing Obesity in Southern Illinois
John A. Logan College, 700 Logan College Road, Carterville; sponsored by SIU School of Medicine
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

22 Memory Walk
9 a.m., Washington Park-playground pavilion, Springfield
Annual fundraiser for the Alzheimer's Association
Cost: walk is free, but donations are welcome
Contact: Maggie Schaver, SIU Alzheimer Center, team captain, 545-7193

22 SIU Nurses and Medical Assistants Job Fair
9 a.m. - noon, SIU Human Resources, 327 W. Calhoun St., Springfield
Departmental representatives, benefits counselor and employment couselors will be available to talk with applicants. Free parking available across the street from the event.
Contact: Chrissy Kramer, Human Resources, 217-545-6493 weekdays

22 Miracle Soiree
6 - 10 p.m., Hill Prairie Winery, Route 97, Oakford
Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door; ticket includes wine tasting, sourvenir wine glass, dinner and entertainment by JED
Proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network; sponsored by St. John's Children's Hospital, a partnership with SIU School of Medicine
Contact: Farah Salim, CMN, 217-544-5437 weekdays

25 Lunch with the Doctor
Noon, James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason, Springfield
Maureen Francis, M.D., Medicine, and Cyndi Ledbetter, Family/Community Medicine, will share information about osteoporosis at this free educational lunch; refreshments will be provided.
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

26 Ask the Pediatrician
8 a.m., WDBR-FM (103.7), radio interview segment on Dave and Dina morning show
Kathleen Lake, M.D., SIU Pediatrics, will discuss vomiting and diarrhea as the guest speaker for this outreach effort of the St. John's Children's Hospital, a joint partnership of SIU and St. John's Hospital

27 School of Medicine Blood Drive
7 a.m. - 1 p.m., Pearson Museum, 801 N. Rutledge (2nd floor), Springfield
Central Illinois Community Blood Center drive
Contact: Vicki Benson, Human Resources, 217-545-8035 weekdays

27 Changes and Challenges to U.S. Patent Law
8:30 - 10:30 a.m., South Auditorium, 801 N. Rutledge (second floor)
A public symposium to discuss recent changes and proposed changes to U.S. Patent Law and how those changes affect intellectual property management; no charge
Contact: Robert Patino, Reseach Affairs, 217-545-8168 (For Illinois lawyers; includes 1.0 CLE credit hours)

27 Dean's Research Symposium Series
4:30 p.m., Pearson Museum, 801 N. Rutledge (2nd floor), Springfield
Carol Bauer, M.D., SIU Surgery, and Don Caspary, Ph.D., SIU Pharmacology, will share highlights of their research collaboration
Contact: Nancy Austin, Research Affairs, 217-545-7936

27 Men's Night Out
5 - 7:30 p.m., Springfield High School, 101 S. Lewis Street
An educational event on men's health/prostate health for men ages 21 and older;
Gale Sayers, retired Hall of Fame running back for the Chicago Bears, will be the featured speaker
To request a $10 ticket, call Carol Thomas, Surgery, at 217-545-7133 weekdays

29 Denim & Diamonds
6 p.m., Crowne Plaza
Gala event includes dinner and live and silent auctions to benefit the SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute at SIU
Tickets are $100 each; Sponsorship opportunities available
Contact: Patsy Wappel, Cancer Institute, 545-0395

OCTOBER 2007
1 Lunch with the Doctor
Noon, James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason, Springfield
Anjali Singh, M.D., Pediatrics, will share information about pediatric obesity at this free educational lunch; refreshments will be provided.
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

6 Strikes for Tykes Bowlathon
2-5 p.m., Strike N Spare West (Lawrence and Durkin)
Bowlathon to vbenefit Children's Miracle Network; $15 ticket includes shoe rental and unlimited bowling for one hour
Contact: Children's Miracle Network, 217-544-5437

7 Saluki Basketball Event
5-8 p.m., Sammy's Sports Bar and Grill, 217 S. Fifth St., Springfield
Visit with Chris Lowery, SIUC basketball coach
Cost: $25, includes BBQ and beverages
Contact: Paul Povse, SIU Alumni, 217-793-2173 (evenings)

9 - November 14 CMN Change Bandit
Collect coins for the Children's Miracle Network Radiothon to benefit the St. John's Children's Hopsital, a partnership with SIU School of Medicine; packets are available from CMN
Contact: Children's Miracle Network, 217-544-5437

15 Pain Management Across the Continuum
Wedeberg Conference Center, Memorial Medical Center, 701 N. Frist, Springfield; sponsored by SIU School of Medicine and Memorial Medical Center
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

16 Lunch with the Doctor
Noon, James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason, Springfield
Shyam Bhat, M.D., Medicine, will share information about integrative medicine at this free educational lunch; refreshments will be provided.
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

20 Illinois Trauma Conference
8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Lincoln Land Community College
This conference will take a multifaceted approach to caring for patients with acute traumatic injuries.
Cost: $25; conference for nursing and pre-hospital personnel
Contact: Laura Sturgeon, Surgery, 217-545-5183

22-26, 29-November 2 Basket Raffle
9 a.m.-3 p.m., October 22-26 at SIU lobby, 801 N. Rutledge
or 9 a.m.-3 p.m., October 29-30, November 1-2 at St. John's Hospital Heritage Room
     Extended Hours: October 30, 5-7:30 p.m. and October 31, 7-9 a.m. and 5-7:30 p.m.
Raffling of employee donated baskets to benefit Children's Miracle Network;
tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5
Contact: Lisa McKennedy, SIU Foundation, 545-9402

24 Dean's Research Symposium Series
4:30 p.m., Pearson Museum, 801 N. Rutledge (2nd floor), Springfield
Elizabeth Peralta, M.D., SIU Surgery, and Laura Murphy, Ph.D., SIU Physiology, will share highlights of their research collaboration
Contact: Nancy Austin, Research Affairs, 217-545-7936

24 A Team Approach to Help Patients Quit Smoking
5:30 p.m., Wedeberg Conference Center, Memorial Medical Center, 701 N. First St., Springfield
Co-sponsored by Sangamon County Medical Society (SCMS), SIU School of Medicine, Illinois Tobacco Quitline and American Lung Association of Illinois
Contact: Isabel Manker, SCMS, 217-525-0765 weekdays or at exec@cillnet.com
(For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

25 American Cancer Society's Halloween Hay Ride and Costume Party
6 p.m., The Farm in Petersburg, 21648 Old Farm Avenue
ACS's "special friends" -a volunteer group of SIU medical students-will participate with pediatric cancer patients and their siblings for a hay ride, weenie roast and costume party
Contact: Sara Gleckler, ACS, 217-546-7586

27-28 Zoolie Ghoulie
2-6 p.m., Henson Robinson Zoo, 100 East Lake Drive, Springfield
St. John's Children's Hospital, a partnership with SIU School of Medicine, and WYMG are co-sponsoring a safe alternative to Trick or Treating.
Contact: Brian Reardon, St. John's Hospital, 544-6464, ext., 44306

31 Orthopaedics in Primary Care
James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason, Springfield
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

NOVEMBER 2007
8 Annual Pulmonary Symposium
James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason, Springfield
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

8-9 Gold Canyon Candle sale
10 a.m. - 2 p.m., 801 N. Rutledge, 2nd floor lobby
Fragrant candles that can be ordered in an array of colors; all proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network
Contact SIU Foundation, 217-545-2955

12 Treating Diabetes
5:30-8:30 p.m., Wedeberg Conference Center, Memorial Medical Center
Public event that will discuss approaches to treating diabetes with diet, exercise and new drugs.
Contact: Brenda Michel, Medicine, 545-0166

13 Lunch with the Doctor
Noon, James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason, Springfield
Rodger Elble, M.D., Ph.D., Neurology, will share information about familial tremors at this free educational lunch; refreshments will be provided.
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

13 Annual Symposium on Child Abuse and Neglect
8:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Rend Lake Resort & Conference Center, Whittington, Illinois
Co-sponsored by Children's Medical Resource Network, SIU School of Medicine and Department of Child and Family Services

15-17 WDBR Cares for Kids Radiothon
   15 - 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
   16 - 6 1.m. to 6 p.m.
   17 - 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sponsored by CEFCU; all proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network
Contact: Children's Miracle Network, 217-544-5437

16 Leadership Springfield - Health and Aging Program
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., The Pearson Museum
Sponsored by the Springfield Chamber of Commerce for Leadership Springfield participants
Contact: Merle Shiffman, Public Affairs, 217-545-5616

17 Alzheimer Awareness
8:30 a.m. - Noon, Wedeberg Conference Center at Memorial Medical Center, 701 N. 1st St., Springfield
Medical and caregiving information about Alzheimer Disease and other dementias
Sponsored by SIU's Center for Alzheimer Disease and Related Disorders and the Alzheimer's Association
Contact: Leslie Randoph, Alzheimer Center, 217-545-7181

29 Ten Topics in Urology
James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason, Springfield
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

29 School of Medicine Blood Drive
11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Pearson Museum, 801 N. Rutledge (2nd floor), Springfield
Central Illinois Community Blood Center drive
Contact: Vicki Benson, Human Resources, 217-545-8035 weekdays

DECEMBER 2007
5 Chicago Chocolate Sale
10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., main lobby, 801 N. Rutledge, Springfield
Order candies and other delectable delights from the Chicago Chocolate Company.
All proceeds benefit Children's Miracle Network; view the candies at www.chicagochocolate.com
Contact: SIU Foundation, 217-545-2955

13 Annual Advances in Pediatric and Neonatal Care
James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason, Springfield
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

13 Cookie Lee Jewelry Fundraising Sale
10 a.m.-3 p.m., 801 N. Rutledge, 2nd floor lobby, Springfield
Representative will display a wide array of jewelry; all proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network
Contact: SIU Foundation, 545-1179 weekdays

14 Book Fair
9 a.m. - 3 p.m., main lobby, 801 N. Rutledge
A wide variety of books and gifts; all proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network
Contact: SIU Foundation, 217-545-2955

last updated on December 19, 2007