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February 2014


Saturday, Feb. 15

Meeting of Logan County Democrats
SPONSOR: Logan County Democrats
WHO: All Logan County Democrats are welcome to attend.
DETAILS: Meeting rescheduled from Feb. 8.
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library, downstairs meeting room
WHEN: 10 am

Kiwanis Chocolate Festival
SPONSOR: Lincoln Kiwanis
WHO: Public
DETAILS: (See publicity.)
WHERE: American Legion Post 263, 1740 Fifth St.
WHEN: 11 am-2 pm

CEL drawdown fundraiser
SPONSOR: Chester-East Lincoln Community Club
WHO: Public
DETAILS: A drawdown fundraiser involves participants purchasing tickets that make them eligible for a grand prize. During the event, ticket holders are eliminated, and the last ticket drawn wins the grand prize. Cash prizes will be drawn every 30 minutes from 7 to 10 pm. This fundraiser will replace the door-to-door fundraising sales sponsored by CEL Community Club. For tickets, contact Candice Toft, 618-477-1128; Stephanie Brandt, 217-737-0430; Erica Maynard, 217-871-3205; Cindy Stauffer, 217-737-6049; Tara Morris, 217-828-0370; or call the CEL office staff.
WHERE: Knights of Columbus Hall, 217 Limit St.
WHEN: 6-10 pm

Musical play: "Guys and Dolls"
SPONSOR: Lincoln College
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Tickets available at the Johnston Center box office or at the theater the day of the performance. To reserve tickets, call 217-732-3155, ext. 280.
(See article.) (Poster)
WHERE: Johnston Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln College
WHEN: 7:30 pm

Sunday, Feb. 16

Pancake and sausage breakfast
SPONSOR: Lincoln FFA
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Annual fundraiser breakfast. Auction at 10 am.
(See publicity.)
WHERE: Lincoln Community High School, 1000 Primm Road
WHEN: 7 am-1 pm

Musical play: "Guys and Dolls"
SPONSOR: Lincoln College
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Tickets available at the Johnston Center box office or at the theater the day of the performance. To reserve tickets, call 217-732-3155, ext. 280.
(See article.) (Poster)
WHERE: Johnston Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln College
WHEN: 2 pm

Monday, Feb. 17

CICBC blood drive
SPONSOR: Lincoln College
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Central Illinois Community Blood Center blood drive. All donors who register to donate blood at this blood drive will receive a T-shirt compliments of CICBC. For your convenience, call Alexis toll-free to sign up at 1-866-GIVE-BLD (1-866-448-3253), ext 5158, or schedule online using sponsor code 60095 at www.bloodcenterimpact.org. Walk-ins are also welcome and appreciated. Bring donor ID or a photo ID. 
WHERE: Student center, 900 N. Ottawa
WHEN: 10:30 am-3:30 pm

Logan County Genealogical & Historical Society meeting
SPONSOR: Logan County Genealogical & Historical Society
WHO: Members and guests
DETAILS: (See article.)
WHERE: 114 N. Chicago St.
WHEN: 6:30 pm

Film: "Prince Among Slaves"
SPONSOR: McKinstry Library at Lincoln College
WHO: Public
DETAILS: For more information, contact Mike Starasta at mstarasta@lincolncollege.edu or call 217-732-3155, ext. 290. RSVPs are not required but would be appreciated.
WHERE: McKinstry Library, Lincoln College
WHEN: 7 pm

Tuesday, Feb. 18

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, Feb. 19

Breastfeeding support group
SPONSOR: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: New mothers
DETAILS: Breastfeeding support group meets weekly. Participants 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

Red Cross blood drive
SPONSOR: American Red Cross
WHO: Public
DETAILS: To make an appointment or for more information, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit http://www.redcrossblood.org/.
(See article.)
WHERE: Lincoln Park District sports complex, 1400 Primm Road
WHEN: Noon-5 pm

Lincoln Day Dinner
SPONSOR: Logan County Republican Party
WHO: By advance ticket purchase
DETAILS: Bill Brady, Bruce Rauner, Kirk Dillard and Dan Rutherford, Republican candidates for governor, and other GOP candidates will attend. For tickets, contact Dave Bender at 217-871-2525 or davebender25@gmail.com.
(See article.)
WHERE:
Lincoln Elks Club
WHEN: 6-8 pm

Legion Auxiliary Unit 263 meeting
SPONSOR: American Legion Women's Auxiliary Unit 263
WHO: Members
DETAILS: (See article.)
WHERE: Lincoln American Legion, Mary Pat Room
WHEN: 7 pm

Thursday, Feb. 20

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 last year.) (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

Reading group discussion
SPONSOR: McKinstry Library at Lincoln College
WHO: Public
DETAILS: The McKinstry Library will host a reading group to discuss the book "Muhammad: A Very Short Introduction," by Jonathan A.C. Brown. For more information, contact Mike Starasta at mstarasta@lincolncollege.edu or call 217-732-3155, ext. 290. RSVPs are not required but would be appreciated.
WHERE: McKinstry Library, Lincoln College

Friday, Feb. 21

Diabetes support group
SPONSOR: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: People with diabetes and their support system
DETAILS: Diabetes support group meets monthly on the third Friday. Free educational session. Participants have the opportunity to share stories and ask questions of a certified diabetes educator. More information available at www.almh.org.
WHERE: Wombacher Room at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: 11 am-noon

Atlanta dinner program
SPONSOR: Atlanta Public Library and Museum
WHO: By reservation
DETAILS: "Wheels of Change: The History of Bicycles in Atlanta." Free program.
(See article.)
WHERE: Palms Grill, 110 SW Arch St., downtown Atlanta
WHEN: 5:30 pm dinner, 7 pm program

Fish fry dinner
SPONSOR: Knights of Columbus
WHO: Public
DETAILS: K of C pre-Lent and Lent fish fry dinners every Friday until April 18. Choice of catfish or walleye served with baked potato, french fries, baked beans, coleslaw, and bread and butter.
WHERE: K of C ballroom, 217 Limit St.
WHEN: 5:30-7 pm

Saturday, Feb. 22

Chili and vegetable soup luncheon
SPONSOR: Humane Society of Logan County
WHO: Public
DETAILS: (See article.)
WHERE: Friendship Manor, 925 Primm Road
WHEN: 11 am-2 pm

4-H trivia event
SPONSOR: Logan County 4-H
WHO: Registered teams of six
DETAILS: (See article.)
WHERE: Logan County Extension office, 980 N. Postville Drive
WHEN: 2 pm

Mondays, Feb. 24-April 7

Ready Readers
SPONSOR: Lincoln Public Library, Youth Services Department
WHO: Children ages 5-7
DETAILS: Story time. Registration required for accurate planning. Call 732-5732.
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 3:30 pm

Monday, Feb. 24

Sale of Rusty's equipment
SPONSOR: Senior Citizens of Logan County
WHO: Public
DETAILS: (See article.)
WHERE: 2810 Woodlawn Road
WHEN: 9 am-noon
(Continued Tuesday afternoon)

Tuesday, Feb. 25

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

John M. Webb Lectureship on Preaching
SPONSOR: Lincoln Christian University
WHO: Open to the public
DETAILS: (See article.)
WHERE: Lincoln Christian University, Earl C Hargrove Chapel and Dowling Auditorium
WHEN: 9:30 am

Sale of Rusty's equipment
SPONSOR: Senior Citizens of Logan County
WHO: Public
DETAILS: (See article.)
WHERE: 2810 Woodlawn Road
WHEN: 1-4 pm
(Continued from Monday morning)

Tuesdays and Thursdays, Feb. 25-April 10

Little Listener Lapsit
SPONSOR: Lincoln Public Library, Youth Services Department
WHO: Children 6 months - 2 years
DETAILS: Story time. Registration required for accurate planning. Call 732-5732.
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 10 am

Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Feb. 25-April 9

Book Buddies
SPONSOR: Lincoln Public Library, Youth Services Department
WHO: 3- and 4-year-olds; also 5-year-olds not in kindergarten
DETAILS: Story time. Registration required for accurate planning. Call 732-5732.
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 10 am

Wednesday, Feb. 26

Soil and Water Management Seminar
SPONSOR: University of Illinois Extension
WHO: By registration
DETAILS: (See article.)
WHERE: University of Illinois Extension building, 980 N. Postville Drive
WHEN: 9 am-2:30 pm

John M. Webb Lectureship on Preaching
SPONSOR: Lincoln Christian University
WHO: Open to the public
DETAILS: (See article.)
WHERE: Lincoln Christian University, Dowling Auditorium, Restoration Hall
WHEN: 9:30 am

Breastfeeding support group
SPONSOR: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: New mothers
DETAILS: Breastfeeding support group meets weekly. Participants 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

Thursdays, Feb 27-April 10

Art and craft classes
SPONSOR: Lincoln Public Library, Youth Services Department
WHO: Children 8-12 years old
DETAILS: Registration required one week prior to each class for planning purposes. Call 732-5732.
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 3:30 pm

Thursday, Feb. 27

Red Cross blood drive
SPONSOR: American Red Cross
WHO: Public
DETAILS: To make an appointment or for more information, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit http://www.redcrossblood.org/.
(See article.)
WHERE: Hartsburg-Emden Jr.-Sr. High School, 400 W. Front St., Hartsburg
WHEN: 9 am-1 pm

CICBC blood drive
SPONSOR: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: Open to the public
DETAILS: Central Illinois Community Blood Center blood drive. For more information or to make an appointment, call 1-866-GIVE-BLD (1-866-448-3253) or sign up through www.bloodcenterimpact.org, Walk-ins are welcome. Bring donor ID or a photo ID. 
WHERE: ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: 11 am-4 pm

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, Feb. 28

Atlanta dinner program
SPONSOR: Atlanta Public Library and Museum
WHO: By reservation
DETAILS: "It's a Mystery to Me: The Bucket of Blood." Free program.
(See article.)
WHERE: Palms Grill, 110 SW Arch St., downtown Atlanta
WHEN: 5:30 pm dinner, 7 pm program

Fish fry dinner
SPONSOR: Knights of Columbus
WHO: Public
DETAILS: K of C pre-Lent and Lent fish fry dinners every Friday until April 18. Choice of catfish or walleye served with baked potato, french fries, baked beans, coleslaw, and bread and butter.
WHERE: K of C ballroom, 217 Limit St.
WHEN: 5:30-7 pm

"Mom's Night Out — Leading Your Family to Health"
SPONSOR: Healthy Communities Partnership, Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital, ALMH Auxiliary, Memorial SportsCare at ALMH
WHO: Logan County and eastern Mason County moms with young children
DETAILS: This event is a chance for moms of young children to celebrate their role in leading their families to health. All participants will enjoy healthy snacks, a cooking demonstration, tips on changing behaviors and ways to incorporate healthy behaviors into the lives of their entire family. Space is limited. Call 605-5008 to reserve your spot. Make it a girls' night.
(See article.) (See article on related grant.)
WHERE: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital, Steinfort A/B, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: 6-9 pm

 

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