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November 2013


Friday, Nov. 1

Blood drive
SPONSOR: Mount Pulaski High School
WHO: Open to the public
DETAILS: Central Illinois Community Blood Center blood drive. For more information or to sign up, call 1-866-GIVE-BLD (1-866-448-3253) toll-free, or schedule an appointment online using sponsor code 60076 at www.bloodcenterimpact.org, Walk-ins are welcome. Bring donor ID or a photo ID. 
WHERE: 206 S. Spring, Mount Pulaski
WHEN: 8 am-3 pm

Spaghetti dinner
SPONSOR: Kiwanis
WHO: Public
DETAILS: (See publicity.)
WHERE: American Legion, 1740 Fifth St.
WHEN: 4-7 pm

Haunted house
SPONSOR: Lincoln Jaycees
WHO: Public
DETAILS: http://lincolnjaycees.com/haunted-house/
(See article.)
WHERE: 325 S. Chicago St.
WHEN: 7-11 pm

Saturday, Nov. 2

Pancake and sausage breakfast
SPONSOR: Armington Park District
WHO: Public
DETAILS: 37th annual breakfast. Freewill offering accepted, with proceeds going to support the programs of the Armington Park District.
Craft vendors will display their wares.
WHERE: Armington Park District Gymnasium, 402 S. Griffin St., Armington
WHEN: 6 am-noon

Seminar: "A Woman's Guide to Money Matters"
SPONSOR: Edward Jones
DETAILS: (See article.)
WHERE: Alumni Room, Lincoln College student center
WHEN: 9 am-1 pm

Haunted house
SPONSOR: Lincoln Jaycees
WHO: Public
DETAILS: http://lincolnjaycees.com/haunted-house/
(See article.)
WHERE: 325 S. Chicago St.
WHEN: 7-11 pm

Sunday, Nov. 3

Turkey dinner
SPONSOR: Zonta Club of Lincoln
WHO: Public
DETAILS: (See publicity.)
WHERE: Lincoln Community High School, 1000 Primm Road
WHEN: 11 am-1:30 pm

Book and bake sale
SPONSOR: KCB Library Museum
WHO: Community is invited
DETAILS: Come browse the KCB Library Museum book and bake sale after you have enjoyed brunch at the Presbyterian Church. Special baked goods requests may be made by calling any KCB member or leave a message at 445-2050.
WHERE: 101 S. Clinton, Middletown
WHEN: 11 am-2 pm

Dinner and dance for veterans
SPONSOR: St. John United Church of Christ Youth Group
WHO: Veterans who deployed from Logan County or are now residing in the county
DETAILS: (See article.)
WHERE: Lincoln American Legion, 1740 Fifth St.
WHEN: 5-7:30 pm

Monday, Nov. 4

Landscape waste pickup in Mount Pulaski
SPONSOR: City of Mount Pulaski
WHO: Mount Pulaski residents
DETAILS: (See article.) (See city notice.)
WHERE: Mount Pulaski
WHEN: 7 am

Blood drive
SPONSOR: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital Auxiliary
WHO: Open to the public
DETAILS: Central Illinois Community Blood Center blood drive. For more information or to sign up toll-free, call 1-866-GIVE-BLD (1-866-448-3253), ext. 5158, or schedule an appointment online at www.bloodcenterimpact.org, Walk-ins are welcome. Bring donor ID or a photo ID. 
WHERE: Lincoln Masonic Center, 2022 N. Kickapoo
WHEN: Noon-6 pm

Ready Readers Story Time
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO: Children ages 5-7
DETAILS: Mondays through Nov. 4. Preregistration is needed for accurate planning. Call 732-5732.
WHERE: Library Annex
WHEN: 3:30 pm

Habitat night at Culver's
SPONSOR: Habitat for Humanity of Logan County
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Habitat receives 10 percent of the food sales at Culver's from 5 to 8 pm.
WHERE: Culver's, 2530 Woodlawn Road
WHEN: 5-8 pm

Tuesday, Nov. 5

Blood pressure screenings
SPONSOR: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Free blood pressure screenings are available every Tuesday.
WHERE: Wombacher Room at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: 9 am-noon

Little Listener Lapsit Story Time
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO: Children ages 6 months through 2 years old
DETAILS: Tuesdays and Wednesdays through Nov. 6. Preregistration is needed for accurate planning. Call 732-5732.
WHERE: Library Annex
WHEN: 10 am

Book Buddies Story Time
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO: Children ages 3 and 4; also age 5 if not enrolled in kindergarten
DETAILS: Tuesdays and Wednesdays through Nov. 6. Preregistration is needed for accurate planning. Call 732-5732.
WHERE: Library Annex
WHEN: 10 am

Wednesday, Nov. 6

Breastfeeding support group
SPONSOR: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: New mothers
DETAILS: Weekly breastfeeding support group. Participants will weigh their babies and have an opportunity to share stories and ask questions of a certified lactation consultant. Bring your lunch.
http://www.almh.org/About-ALMH/News/NewsDetail.aspx?id=306

WHERE: Steinfort B at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: Noon-1:30 pm

Little Listener Lapsit Story Time
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO: Children ages 6 months through 2 years old
DETAILS: Tuesdays and Wednesdays through Nov. 6. Preregistration is needed for accurate planning. Call 732-5732.
WHERE: Library Annex
WHEN: 10 am

Book Buddies Story Time
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO: Children ages 3 and 4; also age 5 if not enrolled in kindergarten
DETAILS: Tuesdays and Wednesdays through Nov. 6. Preregistration is needed for accurate planning. Call 732-5732.
WHERE: Library Annex
WHEN: 10 am

LC play: "Rumors"
SPONSOR: Lincoln College
WHO: Public, with viewer discretion due to mature language
DETAILS: Lincoln College production of Neil Simon's "Rumors." Tickets available at the box office, 217-732-3155, ext. 280, one week prior to the production, or before the performance.
WHERE: Johnston Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln College
WHEN: 7:30 pm
(Evening performances through Saturday and a 2 pm matinee on Sunday)

Thursday, Nov. 7

Mount Pulaski Rotary lunch
SPONSOR: Mount Pulaski Rotary Club
WHO: Approved, dues-paying members
DETAILS: Weekly lunch
(More information)
WHERE: Buff's Restaurant on the Mount Pulaski square 
WHEN: Noon-1 pm

Art and craft class
SPONSOR: Lincoln Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO: Youth ages 8-12
DETAILS: Classes on Thursdays through Nov. 7. Preregistration is required for accurate planning of materials. Register one week prior to each class.
WHERE: Library Annex
WHEN: 3:30-3:50 pm

LC play: "Rumors"
SPONSOR: Lincoln College
WHO: Public, with viewer discretion due to mature language
DETAILS: Lincoln College production of Neil Simon's "Rumors." Tickets available at the box office, 217-732-3155, ext. 280, one week prior to the production, or before the performance.
WHERE: Johnston Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln College
WHEN: 7:30 pm
(Evening performances Wednesday-Saturday and a 2 pm matinee on Sunday)

Friday, Nov. 8

Atlanta dinner program
SPONSOR: Atlanta Public Library and Museum
WHO: By reservation
DETAILS: "About Bees: The Story of an Apiarist," with Joe Sibley. Free program.
(See article.)
WHERE: Palms Grill Cafe, 110 SW Arch St., downtown Atlanta
WHEN: 5:30 pm dinner, 7 pm program

LC play: "Rumors"
SPONSOR: Lincoln College
WHO: Public, with viewer discretion due to mature language
DETAILS: Lincoln College production of Neil Simon's "Rumors." Tickets available at the box office, 217-732-3155, ext. 280, one week prior to the production, or before the performance.
WHERE: Johnston Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln College
WHEN: 7:30 pm
(Evening performances Wednesday-Saturday and a 2 pm matinee on Sunday)

Saturday, Nov. 9

Electronics recycling collection
SPONSOR: Habitat for Humanity of Logan County
WHO: Public
DETAILS: http://www.habitatlogan.org/Events.html
WHERE: Habitat for Humanity warehouse, 915 Woodlawn Road
WHEN: 9 am-noon

Evening of Christian performers
SPONSOR: Open Arms Christian Fellowship
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Christian singers, poets, comedians, etc. Come prepared to be blessed and to bless others
WHERE: 311 Broadway
WHEN: 5:30-8 pm

LC play: "Rumors"
SPONSOR: Lincoln College
WHO: Public, with viewer discretion due to mature language
DETAILS: Lincoln College production of Neil Simon's "Rumors." Tickets available at the box office, 217-732-3155, ext. 280, one week prior to the production, or before the performance.
WHERE: Johnston Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln College
WHEN: 7:30 pm
(Evening performances Wednesday-Saturday and a 2 pm matinee on Sunday)

Sunday, Nov. 10

LC play: "Rumors"
SPONSOR: Lincoln College
WHO: Public, with viewer discretion due to mature language
DETAILS: Lincoln College production of Neil Simon's "Rumors." Tickets available at the box office, 217-732-3155, ext. 280, one week prior to the production, or before the performance.
WHERE: Johnston Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln College
WHEN: 2 pm

Monday, Nov. 11

Veterans Day observance
SPONSOR: Cronin Brothers Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1756
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Annual Lincoln community Veterans Day observance. Traditional ham and beans will be served following the program.
WHERE: Freedom Hall Events Center, home of VFW Post 1756, 915 Fifth St.
WHEN: 10:30 am

Tuesday, Nov. 12

Blood pressure screenings
SPONSOR: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Free blood pressure screenings are available every Tuesday.
WHERE: Wombacher Room at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: 9 am-noon

Wednesday, Nov. 13

Breastfeeding support group
SPONSOR: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: New mothers
DETAILS: Weekly breastfeeding support group. Participants will weigh their babies and have an opportunity to share stories and ask questions of a certified lactation consultant. Bring your lunch.
http://www.almh.org/About-ALMH/News/NewsDetail.aspx?id=306

WHERE: Steinfort B at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: Noon-1:30 pm

Thursday, Nov. 14

Mount Pulaski Rotary lunch
SPONSOR: Mount Pulaski Rotary Club
WHO: Approved, dues-paying members
DETAILS: Weekly lunch
(More information)
WHERE: Buff's Restaurant on the Mount Pulaski square 
WHEN: Noon-1 pm

Friday, Nov. 15

Atlanta dinner program
SPONSOR: Atlanta Public Library and Museum
WHO: By reservation
DETAILS: "Through the Lens: The Photography of Mike Johnson." Free program.
(See article.)
WHERE: Palms Grill Cafe, 110 SW Arch St., downtown Atlanta
WHEN: 5:30 pm dinner, 7 pm program

Jazz concert
SPONSOR: Lincoln College
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Jazz concert featuring the Lincoln College Jazz Big Band, Lab Jazz Band, Saxophone Quartet and Jazz Quartet. Tickets available at the LC box office, 217-732-3155, ext. 280, or at the ticket office on the day of the concert.
WHERE: Lincoln College, Johnston Center for Performing Arts
WHEN: 7:30 pm

Saturday, Nov. 16

3rd Saturday Meal
SPONSOR: Logan County Love
WHO: Open to everyone
DETAILS: Logan County Love will once again provide a free meal to anyone wishing to join. If you are interested, please stop by and introduce yourself as the group would love to see everyone in the community. Come hungry and leave fulfilled. If you are unable to drive but would like a meal, call the church, 217-732-6957, between 5 and 6 pm.
WHERE: St. John UCC, corner of Seventh and Maple
WHEN: 5-6:30 pm

Tuesday, Nov. 19

Blood pressure screenings
SPONSOR: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Free blood pressure screenings are available every Tuesday.
WHERE: Wombacher Room at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: 9 am-noon

Public meeting on Lincoln Historic District
SPONSOR: Lincoln Historic Preservation Commission
WHO: Public
DETAILS: (See article.)
WHERE: Lincoln City Hall, upstairs council chambers.
WHEN: 6:30 pm

Wednesday, Nov. 20

Breastfeeding support group
SPONSOR: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: New mothers
DETAILS: Weekly breastfeeding support group. Participants will weigh their babies and have an opportunity to share stories and ask questions of a certified lactation consultant. Bring your lunch.
http://www.almh.org/About-ALMH/News/NewsDetail.aspx?id=306

WHERE: Steinfort B at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: Noon-1:30 pm

Thursday, Nov. 21

Mount Pulaski Rotary lunch
SPONSOR: Mount Pulaski Rotary Club
WHO: Approved, dues-paying members
DETAILS: Weekly lunch
(More information)
WHERE: Buff's Restaurant on the Mount Pulaski square 
WHEN: Noon-1 pm

Caregivers Together
SPONSOR: The Christian Village
WHO: Caregivers and their families
DETAILS: (See introductory article from May.) (See publicity.)
WHERE: Christian Village Senior Apartments, 1500 Seventh St.
WHEN: 1:30-3 pm

Bereavement support group
SPONSOR: Memorial Home Services Hospice
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Meetings are geared for adults. “Our support group will provide an opportunity for people to be able to mutually share and support each other,” said Bitsy Knepler, bereavement coordinator for Memorial Home Services Hospice. “Those who have suffered a loss can discuss their feelings, gain support from others in a similar situation and know that they are not alone.” Meetings will be the third Thursday of each month at the same time and place.
WHERE: Steinfort Room at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive in Lincoln 
WHEN: 6-8 pm

Family Reading Night
SPONSOR: Lincoln Public Library Youth Services Department
WHO: Families
DETAILS: Wear your pajamas and come play board games or read with your family. Call 732-5732 to register.
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 6-7 pm

Friday, Nov. 22

Behind the Scenes program: Dudley Cocke
SPONSOR: Atlanta Public Library
WHO: Public, with tickets
DETAILS: (See article.)
WHERE: North Greens Golf Course, 901 NE First St., Atlanta
WHEN: 6:30 pm reception, 7 pm program

Saturday, Nov. 23

Lincoln College Dance Concert
SPONSOR: Lincoln College
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Tickets available at the LC box office on the day of the concert.
WHERE: Lincoln College, Johnston Center for Performing Arts
WHEN: 7:30 pm
(Another performance Sunday afternoon)

Sunday, Nov. 24

Lincoln College Dance Concert
SPONSOR: Lincoln College
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Tickets available at the LC box office on the day of the concert.
WHERE: Lincoln College, Johnston Center for Performing Arts
WHEN: 2 pm

Tuesday, Nov. 26

Blood pressure screenings
SPONSOR: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Free blood pressure screenings are available every Tuesday.
WHERE: Wombacher Room at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: 9 am-noon

Wednesday, Nov. 27

Square Talk
SPONSOR: Main Street Lincoln and Jacy Group
WHO: Business owners
DETAILS: Topic: "Sales Targets & Measure the Effectiveness of Each Channel and Sales Resource"
(See article.)
WHERE: Main Street Lincoln office, 101½ S. Kickapoo St., Suite 13
WHEN: 11:30 am-1 pm

Breastfeeding support group
SPONSOR: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: New mothers
DETAILS: Weekly breastfeeding support group. Participants will weigh their babies and have an opportunity to share stories and ask questions of a certified lactation consultant. Bring your lunch.
http://www.almh.org/About-ALMH/News/NewsDetail.aspx?id=306

WHERE: Steinfort B at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: Noon-1:30 pm

Thursday, Nov. 28

Mount Pulaski Rotary lunch
SPONSOR: Mount Pulaski Rotary Club
WHO: Approved, dues-paying members
DETAILS: Weekly lunch
(More information)
WHERE: Buff's Restaurant on the Mount Pulaski square 
WHEN: Noon-1 pm

 

 

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