Let’s Kick It Before Jim Kicks It!

Schedule

Sat Apr 18 2026 at 01:30 pm to 05:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Springfield Lake Beach House | Springfield, IL

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🎉 Let’s Kick It Before Jim Kicks It
A Legacy Bash for Jim Pauley
ALS may be trying to slow Jim down, but we’re not letting it stop the fun. Come celebrate Jim’s incredible life with an afternoon of stories, laughs, and way too many desserts.
This will be a casual open-house style gathering — stop by anytime, share a memory, and enjoy the company.
🗓 Saturday, April 18, 2026
⏰ 1:30–5:30 PM
📍 Springfield Beach House
240 Long Bay Dr
Springfield, IL
🎤 Open Mic Shenanigans
Got a funny Jim story or memory? Grab the mic!
👕 Casual — racing gear encouraged
🍪 Light snacks + dessert overload
❗ No RSVP required
Questions? Contact Amy Pauley (217) 725-9390
💛 Want to support Jim?
gofund.me/wild.both.girl
Let’s give Jim the celebration he deserves — epic stories, nonstop laughs, and zero seriousness.
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Springfield Lake Beach House, 240 Long Bay Dr,Springfield, Illinois, United States

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