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            April 2012  
            	
            					
            	 
            	 
            
			 Tuesday, April 17 
            
			Blood drive 
			SPONSOR: 
			Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital 
			
			WHO: 
			Public 
			DETAILS: 
			Central Illinois 
			Community Blood Center blood drive.
			
			
            To 
			schedule an appointment, call 
			1-866-GIVE-BLD (1-866-448-3253), 
			ext. 158, 
			or sign up through 
			
			www.bloodcenterimpact.org. 
			Walk-ins are also welcome. 
			
			(See 
			article.) 
			WHERE: 
			CICBC donor bus at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive 
			WHEN: 
			11 am-4 pm 
            
			Breast cancer support group meeting 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			
			Logan County Breast Cancer Support  
			
			WHO: 
			
			All
			cancer survivors 
			DETAILS: 
			
			
			An informal meeting where veteran survivors can share encouragement 
			with each other, those more recently diagnosed, plus family members 
			and caretakers.  
			WHERE: 
			
			
			Wombacher Room, Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital  
			 
			 
			WHEN: 
			7-8:30 pm 
            
			Bioethics conversation with Dr. Michael Sleasman 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			
			Lincoln 
			Christian University bioethics program 
			
			WHO: 
			Open 
			DETAILS: 
			
			
			Dr. Sleasman is the managing director and research scholar for the 
			Center for Bioethics and Human Dignity. 
			(See
			
			article.) 
			WHERE: 
			
			
			Lincoln Christian University, Restoration Hall, R49  
			WHEN: 
			7-8:30 pm 
            
			Friday-Sunday, April 20-22 
            
			Wildflower Weekend 
			WHO: 
			Public 
			DETAILS: 
			
			(See 
			article.) 
			(See another
			
			article.) 
			WHERE: 
			Elkhart 
            
			Friday, April 20 
            
			Breakfast buffet for 25th anniversary of tourism bureau 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			Abraham Lincoln Tourism Bureau of 
			Logan County 
			DETAILS: 
			For reservations, call 217-732-8687. 
			WHERE: 
			Lincoln American Legion, 1740 Fifth St. 
			WHEN: 
			7:30 am 
            
			Seminar: "Clinical Perspectives on Burnout Issues for Clinical and 
			Ministry Leaders" 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			
			Lincoln Christian 
			University and Illini 
			Christian Ministries 
			
			WHO: 
			
			
			Therapists, ministry leaders 
			DETAILS: 
			
			
			Tony Merritt and Elisha Hamilton will provide insights for 
			practicing therapists, clinicians and ministry leaders who feel 
			their health, marriage or family life is being negatively impacted 
			by constant care for others. The seminar will also show the value of 
			self-monitoring principles and seeking outside objective reality 
			checks to help prevent burnout. Attendees will learn how to assess, 
			assist and restore clients and their family members who are 
			experiencing burnout. The registration deadline is April 13. For 
			more information or to register, contact Illini Christian Ministries 
			at 217-469-7566 or 
			seminar@icmfamily.org. 
			
			(See
			
			
			article.) 
			WHERE: 
			
			
			ClearView Church, 1503 E. College Ave., Suite G, Normal 
			WHEN: 
			9 am-4 pm 
            
			Seminar: "Staying on Your Own 2 Feet" 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			The Christian Village 
			
			WHO: 
			Public 
			DETAILS: 
			Free seminar and luncheon. Join us for a light lunch and learn 
			safety tips from a certified occupational therapist on how you can 
			prevent falls at home.
			
			
			RSVP to Marcia Cook by April 18. Seating is limited. Reserve your 
			spot today: 217-732-2189 or
			mcook.tcv@christianhomes.org.
			 
			 
			WHERE: 
			
			
			1507 Seventh St. (nursing home) 
			WHEN: 
			
			Noon-1 pm 
            
			Scrapbook night 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			
			Woven Together, Jefferson Street 
			Christian Church 
			
			WHO: 
			
			
			Scrapbookers and crafters 
			DETAILS: 
			
			
			Join us for a night of fun and fellowship as we make scrapbook pages 
			for the Woven Together Ministry. These pages are combined to make 
			books for children in the foster system. We desire to bring hope to 
			the hopeless. Bring your creativity, a friend and a snack to share. 
			Donations according to whether you work on Woven Together pages or 
			your own projects. All proceeds go to the Woven Together Ministry 
			Fund, which supports fostering and adopting families in our 
			community. 
			 
			 
			WHERE: 
			
			
			Jefferson Street Christian Church Fellowship Center, 1700 N. 
			Jefferson 
			WHEN: 
			6 pm-midnight 
            Concert: "An Evening of Jazz" 
			SPONSOR: 
			
             
			Lincoln College 
			
			WHO: 
			Public 
			DETAILS: 
			Concert by Lincoln College Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combos. Admission 
			fee. 
			WHERE: 
			Lincoln College, Johnston Center for Performing 
			Arts 
			WHEN: 
			7:30 pm 
            Saturday, 
			April 21 
            
			Wildflower Nature Walks on Elkhart Hill 
			SPONSOR: 
			Elkhart
			
			Historical Society 
			
			WHO: 
			By reservation 
			DETAILS: 
			
			http://www.elkharthistoricalsociety.org/2012Schedule_files/Apr14&21/Apr14-21-reservation.htm 
			(See
			
			article.)  
			WHERE: 
			Elkhart Hill 
			WHEN: 
			9:30 am and 1:30 pm 
			(Meet in downtown Elkhart about a half-hour before the walk.) 
            
			Dog wash 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			Humane Society of Logan County 
			DETAILS: 
			(See information in 
			Close Up.) 
			WHERE: 
			Graue Inc., 1905 N. Kickapoo 
			WHEN: 
			10 am-1 pm 
            
			Hop to Shop Extravaganza 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			
			Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary 
			
			WHO: 
			Public 
			DETAILS: 
			
			
			Featuring Tastefully Simple, 31, Discovery Toys, Scentsy, 
			Longaberger Baskets, Turning Leaves jewelry, Babyations, Giggles & 
			Gab gift baskets, Jamberry Nails, and much more. 
			WHERE: 
			
			
			Knights of Columbus Hall, 217 N. Limit 
			WHEN: 
			10 am-2 pm 
            
			Easter Seals benefit 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			
			RJD 
			Hobbies and Raceway 
			
			DETAILS: 
			
			
			A day of racing with all proceeds going to Easter Seals. There will 
			a live auction of RC goods and autographed items from pro drivers, a 
			raffle, and a 50-50 drawing. 
			WHERE: 
			
			
			RJD Hobbies and Raceway, 1302 State Route 10  
			WHEN: 
			
			
			Track opens at 10 am and races start at 1 pm 
            
			Spring for Tea 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			
			Harvest of Talents for World Hunger,
			Lincoln Christian 
			Church 
			
			WHO: 
			
			
			Open to women from this and other communities 
			DETAILS: 
			
			
			Spring for Tea is a premier Logan County spring event. Tea and a 
			variety of sweet and savory delicacies are served from tables 
			tastefully appointed with silver, china and crystal. A perfect event 
			for a ladies' day out. Hats are encouraged but not required. Limited 
			seating. Tickets go on sale Feb. 1 at the office of Lincoln 
			Christian Church during regular office hours. For more details call 
			Vera Thomas in the church office. 
			WHERE: 
			
			
			Lincoln Christian Church Fellowship Center, 204 N. McLean 
			WHEN: 
			
			
			Doors open 10:45 am; tea served at 11:30 am 
            
			3rd Saturday Community Meal 
			SPONSOR: 
			Logan County Love 
			
			WHO: 
			Open to the public 
			DETAILS: 
			Menu: pork chops, garlic roasted potatoes, corn, green beans, 
			pudding parfait with cookie. Free. Donations are accepted but not 
			necessary. Food donations go 
			to local food pantries.
			
			
			Carryouts and Lincoln deliveries accepted. For delivery, call 
			217-671-3339. 
			WHERE: 
			St. John United Church of Christ, Seventh and 
			Maple St. 
			WHEN: 
			5-7 pm 
            
			Trivia Night 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			
			Knights of Columbus Auxiliary 
			
			WHO: 
			Public 
			DETAILS: 
			
			
			Snacks provided. Proceeds benefit Carroll School and K of C 
			Auxiliary Scholarship Fund. 
			WHERE: 
			
			
			Knights of Columbus Hall, 217 N. Limit 
			WHEN: 
			6:30 pm 
            
			District 27 Wall of Fame dinner 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			Lincoln District 27 
			
			WHO: 
			By reservation 
			DETAILS: 
			(See
			
			article.) 
			WHERE: 
			American Legion, 1740 Fifth St. 
            
			Wednesday, April 25 
            
			Christian Women's Conference 
			SPONSOR: 
			Lincoln Christian 
			University 
			
			WHO: 
			Women 
			DETAILS: 
			
			
			"Spaghetti for the Soul: A Feast of Faith, Hope, and Love," served 
			by Kathy Troccoli and Ellie Lofaro. Discount for registration received before April 18.
			For more information and registration:
			
			http://www.lincolnchristian.edu/cwc/. 
			
             
			
			(See 
			article.) 
			WHERE: 
			Lincoln Christian University, Hargrove Chapel 
			WHEN: 
			8 am-4 pm 
            
			Office Professionals Luncheon 
			SPONSOR: 
			
             Lincoln/Logan County
            Chamber of Commerce 
			
			WHO: 
			Office staff members from community, by reservation 
			DETAILS: 
			
			
			http://www.lincolnillinois.com/Events_OfficeProfessionalsLuncheon.aspx 
			(See
			
			article.) 
			WHERE: 
			Knights of Columbus, 217 Limit 
			WHEN: 
			11:30 am-1:30 pm 
            Through April 27 
            
			Prom clothes donations to Logan County Dazzle 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			
			Logan County Love, New Beginnings Thrift Shoppe, Lincoln Area YMCA 
			
			WHO: 
			
			
			Community  
			DETAILS: 
			
			
			Donate your gently used prom dress, shoes and accessories to Logan 
			County Dazzle. The items will go for a good cause. Drop them off at 
			New Beginnings Thrift Shoppe in Lincoln now through April 27. Make 
			sure you tell them it’s for the prom dress drive. Girls from the 
			community will shop for the dress of their dreams in the evenings 
			from April 27 to May 4. Hours will be 6-9 pm April 27-28 and 6-8 pm 
			April 29-May 4. There will be a day of glamour for the girls on May 
			5 at the Lincoln YMCA gym. Call for your appointment: Cathy Sanders, 
			217-828-0075. Every girl going to prom is invited, no matter what 
			your financial situation. Bring your school ID. 
			WHERE: 
			Drop off at
			
			
			New Beginnings Thrift Shoppe, 201 S. Sangamon 
            
			Friday-Saturday, April 27-28 
            
			Prom clothes shopping with Logan County Dazzle 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			
			Logan County Love, New Beginnings Thrift Shoppe, Lincoln Area YMCA 
			
			WHO: 
			
			
			Girls going to prom 
			DETAILS: 
			
			
			Girls from the community will shop for the dress of their dreams in 
			the evenings from April 27 to May 4. There will be a day of glamour 
			for the girls on May 5 at the Lincoln YMCA gym. Call for your 
			appointment: Cathy Sanders, 217-828-0075. Every girl going to prom 
			is invited, no matter what your financial situation. Bring your 
			school ID. 
			WHERE: 
			
			
			New Beginnings Thrift Shoppe, 201 S. Sangamon 
			WHEN: 
			6-9 pm 
            
			Friday, April 27 
            
			Dinner-lecture 
			SPONSOR: 
			Elkhart
			
			Historical Society 
			
			WHO: 
			By reservation 
			DETAILS: 
			Presentation by Rhetta Jack: "The Birds of Elkhart Hill" 
			
			http://www.wildharecafe-elk-il.com/LectureSeries/Lectures.htm  
			(See
			article.)  
			WHERE: 
			Wild Hare Cafe, 104 Gov. Oglesby St., Elkhart 
			WHEN: 
			5:30 pm dinner, 6:45 pm lecture 
            
			LJHS spring play: "Murder at the Orient Express!" 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			Lincoln Junior High School 
			
			WHO: 
			
			
			Open to public  
			 
			 
			DETAILS: 
			
			
			A comedy by Craig Sodaro: "Murder at the Orient Express!" Can you 
			solve this mystery before the cast does? 
			WHERE: 
			LJHS gymnasium 
			WHEN: 
			
			7 pm 
            Auditions for play 
			SPONSOR: 
			Lincoln Railsplitters 
			
			WHO: 
			
			
			Actors ages 18 and up 
			DETAILS: 
			Auditions for "Pleasant Sage." 
			WHERE: 
			
			
			Atlanta Community House, 106 SW Sixth St., Atlanta 
			WHEN: 
			7-8:30 pm 
			(Auditions also on Saturday morning) 
            
			Saturday, April 28 
            
			Bird walks 
			SPONSOR: 
			Elkhart
			
			Historical Society 
			
			WHO: 
			By reservation 
			DETAILS: 
			Walks led by Rhetta Jack. 
			
			http://www.elkharthistoricalsociety.org/2012Schedule_files/Apr28/Apr28Reservationx.htm  
			(See
			article.)  
			WHERE: 
			Elkhart Hill. Leave from Gov. Oglesby Street, 
			downtown Elkhart. 
			WHEN: 
			9 am and 1 pm 
            Auditions for play 
			SPONSOR: 
			Lincoln Railsplitters 
			
			WHO: 
			
			
			Actors ages 18 and up 
			DETAILS: 
			Auditions for "Pleasant Sage." 
			WHERE: 
			
			
			Atlanta Community House, 106 SW Sixth St., Atlanta 
			WHEN: 
			10-11:30 am 
			(Auditions also on Friday evening) 
            
			Cruise-in 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			Railsplitter 
			Antique Auto Club 
			
			WHO: 
			Public 
			DETAILS: 
			
			http://railsplitterantiqueautoclub.webs.com/events.htm  
			WHERE: 
			Downtown Lincoln 
			WHEN: 
			5-8 pm 
            
			LJHS spring play: "Murder at the Orient Express!" 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			Lincoln Junior High School 
			
			WHO: 
			
			
			Open to public  
			 
			 
			DETAILS: 
			
			
			A comedy by Craig Sodaro: "Murder at the Orient Express!" Can you 
			solve this mystery before the cast does? 
			WHERE: 
			LJHS gymnasium 
			WHEN: 
			
			7 pm 
            
			Sunday-Friday, April 29-May 4 
            
			Prom clothes shopping with Logan County Dazzle 
			SPONSOR: 
			
			
			Logan County Love, New Beginnings Thrift Shoppe, Lincoln Area YMCA 
			
			WHO: 
			
			
			Girls going to prom 
			DETAILS: 
			
			
			Girls from the community will shop for the dress of their dreams in 
			the evenings from April 27 to May 4. There will be a day of glamour 
			for the girls on May 5 at the Lincoln YMCA gym. Call for your 
			appointment: Cathy Sanders, 217-828-0075. Every girl going to prom 
			is invited, no matter what your financial situation. Bring your 
			school ID. 
			WHERE: 
			
			
			New Beginnings Thrift Shoppe, 201 S. Sangamon 
			WHEN: 
			6-8 pm 
              
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