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October 2012
 until Oct. 30
Library Readers' Theater sign-up
SPONSOR:
Youth
Services Department of Lincoln Public Library
WHO:
Children 8-12 years old
DETAILS:
No memorizing. Must attend all rehearsals: Oct. 30, Nov. 1, 6, 8,
and 13, as well as Family Reading Night Nov. 15. Call 732-5732.
WHERE:
Library Annex
Friday, Oct. 19
Diabetes support group
SPONSOR:
Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO:
People with diabetes mellitus. Family members, friends and
caregivers also welcome.
DETAILS:
Free meeting. No registration required. For more information, call
Jennifer DiPasquale at 217-605-5535 or e-mail her at
diabetes@almh.org.
WHERE:
ALMH, Wombacher Room
WHEN:
11 am
Lincoln Jaycees Haunted House
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Jaycees
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
(See
article.)
WHERE:
325 S. Chicago St.
WHEN:
7-11 pm
MC Limits/NH-M Mustang Comedy Night
SPONSORS:
NH-M Community Supports Education, Mason City Limits Comedy Club
WHO:
Community
DETAILS:
New Holland-Middletown District 88 community members are working
together to raise funds to purchase computers to be used by the K-8
students. Mason City Limits Comedy Club in Mason City has partnered
with the group for a fundraising event. MC Limits is donating half
of the ticket price for participants who attend to the NH-M group.
Participants must call to make reservations and mention the NH-M
comedy fundraiser. Phone number for MC Limits is 217-482-5233. For
updates and more information, visit the Facebook page for NH-M
Community Supports Education.
WHERE:
114 E. Chestnut, Mason City
WHEN:
8 pm
(Show on Saturday night also)
Saturday,
Oct. 20
Lincoln Farmer's Market
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Farmer's
Market
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Local vendors with locally grown produce, baked goods, rag rugs,
homemade dog biscuits, hand-sewn items, wood signs, jams and
jellies, plants.
WHERE:
Scully Park, 316 S. Kickapoo St.
WHEN:
7 am-noon
Family Fun Run
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Park District
WHO:
Registered participants
DETAILS:
5K run and two-mile walk
http://www.lincolnparkdistrict.com/Programs/All-Ages/Fall-Family-Fun-Run
(See
article.)
WHERE:
Starts and ends at 1400 Primm Road
WHEN:
7:30 am registration, 9 am start
Farmers' Market
SPONSOR:
Farmers' Market
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs, plants, baked goods and crafts
WHERE:
Latham Park
WHEN:
8 am-noon
4-H Find Out Party
SPONSOR:
Logan
County University of Illinois Extension
WHO:
Ages 8-12
DETAILS:
(See
article.)
WHERE:
U of I Extension building, northwest corner of
fairgrounds
WHEN:
10 am-noon
Winter-wear giveaway
SPONSOR:
Atlanta United Methodist Women
WHO:
Families in need
DETAILS:
(See
article.)
WHERE:
Basement of Atlanta United Methodist Church, Second and Race
streets, Atlanta
WHEN:
10 am-noon
Germanfest
SPONSOR:
St. John United Church of Christ
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
German meal and hot dog meal. Alley Kats Band.
(See
article.)
(See
publicity.)
WHERE:
St. John Church Fellowship Hall, with parking at the corner of Maple
and Eighth
WHEN:
11 am-3 pm
Vonderlieth Autumn Garden Party
SPONSOR:
Vonderlieth Living Center
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Music, antique cars, food, drinks, door prizes.
(See
publicity.)
WHERE:
Vonderlieth Memory Garden and Activity Room, 1120 N. Topper Drive,
Mount Pulaski
WHEN:
2-4 pm
Ghost walk at ghost bridge
SPONSOR:
Timeless
Presentations
DETAILS:
Second annual event with Timeless Presentations.
WHEN:
2:30 pm, 6:30 pm, 8:30 pm
Lincoln Jaycees Haunted House
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Jaycees
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
(See
article.)
WHERE:
325 S. Chicago St.
WHEN:
Kids' matinee 6-7 pm; regular hours 7-11 pm
MC Limits/NH-M Mustang Comedy Night
SPONSORS:
NH-M Community Supports Education, Mason City Limits Comedy Club
WHO:
Community
DETAILS:
New Holland-Middletown District 88 community members are working
together to raise funds to purchase computers to be used by the K-8
students. Mason City Limits Comedy Club in Mason City has partnered
with the group for a fundraising event. MC Limits is donating half
of the ticket price for participants who attend to the NH-M group.
Participants must call to make reservations and mention the NH-M
comedy fundraiser. Phone number for MC Limits is 217-482-5233. For
updates and more information, visit the Facebook page for NH-M
Community Supports Education.
WHERE:
114 E. Chestnut, Mason City
WHEN:
8 pm
(Show on Friday night also)
Monday-Tuesday, Oct. 22-23
Illinois State MInisters'
Retreat
SPONSOR:
Lincoln
Christian University
WHO:
Christian church ministers
DETAILS:
Two-day retreat featuring guest speakers, Bible exposition,
workshops and worship opportunities. The theme is "Ministry for the
Long Haul." Featured speaker: Mike Baker, senior minister at
Eastview Christian Church, Normal. Closing session with Ben Merold,
retired senior minister at Harvester Christian Church and
preacher-at-large in St. Charles. For more information on retreat
leaders, workshops, registration, scholarships and hotel
accommodations, visit
http://www.lincolnchristian.edu/#article-12.
WHERE:
Lincoln Christian University, Restoration Hall
WHEN:
3 pm Monday to 2 pm Tuesday
Monday, Oct. 22
"Meet and greet" coffee chat
SPONSOR:
Vonderlieth
Living Center and
Harbor Light Hospice
WHO:
Community
DETAILS:
Coffee, juice and cinnamon rolls provided. For more information,
call Harbor Light Hospice, 217-875-4395.
WHERE:
Buff’s Family Restaurant, 102 S. Washington,
Mount Pulaski
WHEN:
9-11 am
Ready Readers Story Time
SPONSOR:
Lincoln
Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO:
Children 5-7 years old
DETAILS:
Mondays, Sept. 17-Oct. 29. Registration necessary for accurate
planning. Call 732-5732 or stop by the youth services desk to
register.
WHERE:
Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN:
3:30 pm
Tuesday, Oct. 23
Little Listener Lapsit Story Time
SPONSOR:
Lincoln
Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO:
Children 6 months - 2 years
DETAILS:
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Sept. 18-Oct. 31. Registration necessary
for accurate planning. Space is limited in each class. Call 732-5732
or stop by the youth services desk to register.
WHERE:
Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN:
10 am
Book Buddies Story Time
SPONSOR:
Lincoln
Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO:
Children ages 3 and 4
DETAILS:
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Sept. 18-Oct. 31. Registration necessary
for accurate planning. Call 732-5732 or stop by the youth services
desk.
WHERE:
Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN:
10 am
Grief Share
SPONSOR:
Jefferson Street Christian Church
WHO:
People struggling with pain of losing a loved one
DETAILS:
Grief Share is a support group for people who are struggling to deal
with the pain of losing a loved one. It involves prayer,
opportunities to share your grief journey with others who are
learning to cope, and a video curriculum of experts who share their
knowledge as well as their own experiences with grief. No cost to
attend. Fee for optional workbook. For more info, contact Greg
Wooten at Lincoln Church of the Nazarene, 732-8362, or call
Jefferson Street Christian Church, 732-9294.
WHERE:
Jefferson Street Christian Church, Room 208
WHEN:
6:30-8 pm
(13-week series on Tuesday evenings through November)
Wednesday, Oct. 24
Little Listener Lapsit Story Time
SPONSOR:
Lincoln
Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO:
Children 6 months - 2 years
DETAILS:
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Sept. 18-Oct. 31. Registration necessary
for accurate planning. Space is limited in each class. Call 732-5732
or stop by the youth services desk to register.
WHERE:
Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN:
10 am
Book Buddies Story Time
SPONSOR:
Lincoln
Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO:
Children ages 3 and 4
DETAILS:
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Sept. 18-Oct. 31. Registration necessary
for accurate planning. Call 732-5732 or stop by the youth services
desk.
WHERE:
Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN:
10 am
Lincoln Farmer's Market
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Farmer's
Market
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Local vendors with locally grown produce, baked goods, rag rugs,
homemade dog biscuits, hand-sewn items, wood signs, jams and
jellies, plants.
WHERE:
Scully Park, 316 S. Kickapoo St.
WHEN:
3-6 pm
Presentation and book signing by Guy Fraker
HOST:
Lincoln Heritage Museum
WHO:
Open to the public
DETAILS:
Presentation and book signing by Guy Fraker, author of "Lincoln's
Ladder to the Presidency: The Eighth Judicial Circuit."
(See
article.)
WHERE:
Lincoln Heritage Museum, Lincoln College campus
WHEN:
7 pm
"Our Town"
SPONSOR:
Lincoln College Theatre Department
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Call 800-569-0556, ext. 280,
for prices and tickets.
Special rates for students and seniors.
(See
article.)
WHERE:
Lincoln College, Johnston Center for Performing Arts
WHEN:
7:30 pm
Thursday, Oct. 25
Art and craft classes
SPONSOR:
Lincoln
Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO:
Children 8-12 years old
DETAILS:
Last session in fall series. Register starting Monday the week of
each class.
Registration
necessary for accurate planning. Call 732-5732.
WHERE:
Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN:
3:30 pm
Pork and dressing meal
SPONSOR:
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1756 Ladies Auxiliary
WHO:
Public welcome
DETAILS:
Pork and dressing served with mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetable,
roll, and dessert. Carryouts available -- call 217-737-9590.
WHERE:
915 Fifth St.
WHEN:
4-6:30 pm
"Our Town"
SPONSOR:
Lincoln College Theatre Department
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Call 800-569-0556, ext. 280,
for prices and tickets.
Special rates for students and seniors.
(See
article.)
WHERE:
Lincoln College, Johnston Center for Performing Arts
WHEN:
7:30 pm
Friday, Oct. 26
Lincoln Jaycees Haunted House
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Jaycees
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
(See
article.)
WHERE:
325 S. Chicago St.
WHEN:
7-11 pm
"Our Town"
SPONSOR:
Lincoln College Theatre Department
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Call 800-569-0556, ext. 280,
for prices and tickets.
Special rates for students and seniors.
(See
article.)
WHERE:
Lincoln College, Johnston Center for Performing Arts
WHEN:
7:30 pm
Saturday,
Oct. 27
Harvest of Talents for World Hunger
SPONSOR:
Harvest of Talents for World Hunger Ministry
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
29th annual event. Crafts, food, handmade items, Harvest Run,
auctions. Proceeds to International Disaster Emergency Service.
(See
article.) (See
publicity.)
WHERE:
Lincoln Christian Church Fellowship Center, 204 N. McLean
WHEN:
Doors open at 7 am. Harvest Auction at 2 pm.
Lincoln Farmer's Market
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Farmer's
Market
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Local vendors with locally grown produce, baked goods, rag rugs,
homemade dog biscuits, hand-sewn items, wood signs, jams and
jellies, plants.
WHERE:
Scully Park, 316 S. Kickapoo St.
WHEN:
7 am-noon
Farmers' Market
SPONSOR:
Farmers' Market
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs, plants, baked goods and crafts
WHERE:
Latham Park
WHEN:
8 am-noon
New Holland Community Center garage sale, flea market, food and
activities
SPONSOR:
New
Holland Community Center Steering Committee
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Garage
sale and flea market. Kids' activities including crafts, games,
kiddie tractor pulls and kids' costume contest. Quarter auction.
Bingo. Breakfast by New Holland-Middletown Boy Scouts and lunch by
New Holland Fire Department.
WHERE:
New
Holland Community Center
WHEN:
8 am-3 pm
Harvest Run
HOST:
Lincoln Area YMCA,
with local business sponsors
WHO:
Registered participants 18 years old and up
DETAILS:
5K run and one-mile fun run-walk. For more information, visit
http://www.lincolnymca.org/Healthy-Living.aspx
and click on "Harvest Run."
WHERE:
Starts at corner of Pekin and Hamilton streets
WHEN:
8:30 am
Halloween on the Square
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Park District,
Main Street Lincoln,
city of Lincoln
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Children can treat-or-treat with mayor, parade in costume afterward
and get treats from car trunks. Chili served 4:30-7 pm at Farm
Bureau building to benefit food pantries.
(See
article.)
WHERE:
Downtown Lincoln
WHEN:
3-7 pm
Chili and soup supper
SPONSOR:
Middletown United Methodist Church
WHO:
Community is invited
DETAILS:
All-you-can-eat chili and soup supper. Country store sponsored by
the women's organization, Helping Hands, will have craft items and
baked goods for sale.
WHERE:
Middletown United Methodist Church
WHEN:
4-7 pm
Lincoln Jaycees Haunted House
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Jaycees
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
(See
article.)
WHERE:
325 S. Chicago St.
WHEN:
Kids' matinee 6-7 pm; regular hours 7-11 pm
"Our Town"
SPONSOR:
Lincoln College Theatre Department
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Call 800-569-0556, ext. 280,
for prices and tickets.
Special rates for students and seniors.
(See
article.)
WHERE:
Lincoln College, Johnston Center for Performing Arts
WHEN:
7:30 pm
Sunday, Oct. 28
"Our Town"
SPONSOR:
Lincoln College Theatre Department
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Call 800-569-0556, ext. 280,
for prices and tickets.
Special rates for students and seniors.
(See
article.)
WHERE:
Lincoln College, Johnston Center for Performing Arts
WHEN:
2 pm
Monday, Oct. 29
Ready Readers Story Time
SPONSOR:
Lincoln
Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO:
Children 5-7 years old
DETAILS:
Mondays, Sept. 17-Oct. 29. Registration necessary for accurate
planning. Call 732-5732 or stop by the youth services desk to
register.
WHERE:
Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN:
3:30 pm
Lincoln Jaycees Haunted House
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Jaycees
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
(See
article.)
WHERE:
325 S. Chicago St.
WHEN:
7-10 pm
Tuesday, Oct. 30
Little Listener Lapsit Story Time
SPONSOR:
Lincoln
Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO:
Children 6 months - 2 years
DETAILS:
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Sept. 18-Oct. 31. Registration necessary
for accurate planning. Space is limited in each class. Call 732-5732
or stop by the youth services desk to register.
WHERE:
Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN:
10 am
Book Buddies Story Time
SPONSOR:
Lincoln
Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO:
Children ages 3 and 4
DETAILS:
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Sept. 18-Oct. 31. Registration necessary
for accurate planning. Call 732-5732 or stop by the youth services
desk.
WHERE:
Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN:
10 am
Trick-or-treat at Maple Ridge
SPONSOR:
Maple Ridge Care Centre
WHO:
Youngsters
DETAILS:
(See
publicity.)
WHERE:
2202 N. Kickapoo
WHEN:
5-6:30 pm
Halloween FunFest
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Park District
WHO:
Youngsters
DETAILS:
http://www.lincolnparkdistrict.com/Special-Events/Halloween-FunFest
(See
publicity.)
WHERE:
Lincoln Park District SportsCenter, 1400 Primm Road
WHEN:
6:30-8:30 pm
Grief Share
SPONSOR:
Jefferson Street Christian Church
WHO:
People struggling with pain of losing a loved one
DETAILS:
Grief Share is a support group for people who are struggling to deal
with the pain of losing a loved one. It involves prayer,
opportunities to share your grief journey with others who are
learning to cope, and a video curriculum of experts who share their
knowledge as well as their own experiences with grief. No cost to
attend. Fee for optional workbook. For more info, contact Greg
Wooten at Lincoln Church of the Nazarene, 732-8362, or call
Jefferson Street Christian Church, 732-9294.
WHERE:
Jefferson Street Christian Church, Room 208
WHEN:
6:30-8 pm
(13-week series on Tuesday evenings through November)
Lincoln Jaycees Haunted House
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Jaycees
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
(See
article.)
WHERE:
325 S. Chicago St.
WHEN:
7-10 pm
Wednesday, Oct. 31
Little Listener Lapsit Story Time
SPONSOR:
Lincoln
Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO:
Children 6 months - 2 years
DETAILS:
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Sept. 18-Oct. 31. Registration necessary
for accurate planning. Space is limited in each class. Call 732-5732
or stop by the youth services desk to register.
WHERE:
Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN:
10 am
Book Buddies Story Time
SPONSOR:
Lincoln
Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO:
Children ages 3 and 4
DETAILS:
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Sept. 18-Oct. 31. Registration necessary
for accurate planning. Call 732-5732 or stop by the youth services
desk.
WHERE:
Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN:
10 am
Camp Promise treat event
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Christian Church
WHO:
Children up to fourth grade and families
DETAILS:
Family night treats, games, prizes and candy at a camping-themed
event.
WHERE:
204 N. McLean
WHEN:
6:30-7:45 pm
Lincoln Jaycees Haunted House
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Jaycees
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
(See
article.)
WHERE:
325 S. Chicago St.
WHEN:
7-10 pm
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