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December 2016


Thursday, December 1

Lincoln Christmas Parade

Christmas in the Chapel
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Christian University
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: Enjoy a time of warmth, humor, and some of the most unforgettable songs of the season as the LCU Chorale presents the Christmas story for family members of all ages.Bring your family and friends to what has become a seasonal tradition for almost 30 years.Go to lincolnchristian.edu/christmas for more information and to print the ticket request form
WHERE: Lincoln Christian University, Hargrove Chapel
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Emblem Club #443 Monthly meeting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Elks Lodge
WHO: Members and anyone interested in joining
DETAILS: The Lincoln Emblem Club meets monthly on the first Thrusday of the month. Meetings are held at the Lincoln Elks Ballroom at 7 p.m.  New members are always welcome. Contact club president Judy Smith at 217-732-3788.
WHERE: Lincoln Elks Lodge
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Friday, December 2

Christmas Around the World
HOSTED BY: Christian Village
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Hop aboard the train and tour the world of Christmas.  Experience an incredible and enchanting world of nativity scenes, trees, decorations, food tastings and learning about customs and traditions of different regions of the world.  Santa will also be paying a visit!
WHERE: The Christian Village, 1507 7th Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Christmas in the Chapel
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Christian University
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: Enjoy a time of warmth, humor, and some of the most unforgettable songs of the season as the LCU Chorale presents the Christmas story for family members of all ages.Bring your family and friends to what has become a seasonal tradition for almost 30 years.Go to lincolnchristian.edu/christmas for more information and to print the ticket request form
WHERE: Lincoln Christian University, Hargrove Chapel
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Saturday, December 3

Trim the Tree party at the Lincoln Public Library
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO:  Children and Teens
DETAILS:  Help us celebrate the holiday season by creating unique ornaments to decorate the tree in our display window! Every participant will also be able to take one of their creations home for their own tree. Please register for this FREE event by calling 732-5732 or emailing youthlpld@gmail.com
WHERE: Library Annex
WHEN:  10 a.m. to Noon

Christmas in the Chapel
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Christian University
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: Enjoy a time of warmth, humor, and some of the most unforgettable songs of the season as the LCU Chorale presents the Christmas story for family members of all ages.Bring your family and friends to what has become a seasonal tradition for almost 30 years.Go to lincolnchristian.edu/christmas for more information and to print the ticket request form
WHERE: Lincoln Christian University, Hargrove Chapel
WHEN: 10 a.m.

Community Christmas - Free luncheon
HOSTED BY: Community Action Partnership of Central Illinois
WHO:  Public
DETAILS:  See article in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Banquet Center, 201 Madigan Drive, Lincoln
WHEN:  11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Christmas in the Chapel
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Christian University
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: Enjoy a time of warmth, humor, and some of the most unforgettable songs of the season as the LCU Chorale presents the Christmas story for family members of all ages.Bring your family and friends to what has become a seasonal tradition for almost 30 years.Go to lincolnchristian.edu/christmas for more information and to print the ticket request form
WHERE: Lincoln Christian University, Hargrove Chapel
WHEN: 2:30 p.m.

6 p.m. - New Holland Christmas Parade
See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News

Christmas in the Chapel
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Christian University
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: Enjoy a time of warmth, humor, and some of the most unforgettable songs of the season as the LCU Chorale presents the Christmas story for family members of all ages.Bring your family and friends to what has become a seasonal tradition for almost 30 years.Go to lincolnchristian.edu/christmas for more information and to print the ticket request form
WHERE: Lincoln Christian University, Hargrove Chapel
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Sunday, December 4

Free Lunch at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
HOSTED BY: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
WHO:  Public
DETAILS:  Complete meal free to all
WHERE: 1140 N. State Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Dedication of Memorial Garden at KCB Library Museum
HOSTED BY: KCB Historical Society
WHO:  Public
DETAILS:  Open House with a dedication of Memorial Garden. New Holland Middletown Elementary Music students will perform during the open house. Memorial Garden dedication will be held at 2:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served during the open house.
WHERE: 101 South Clinton, Middletown
WHEN: 1 p.m. Open House, 2 p.m. dedication

1 p.m.  - Tour of Homes - Lincoln Woman's Club

Christmas in the Chapel
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Christian University
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: Enjoy a time of warmth, humor, and some of the most unforgettable songs of the season as the LCU Chorale presents the Christmas story for family members of all ages.Bring your family and friends to what has become a seasonal tradition for almost 30 years.Go to lincolnchristian.edu/christmas for more information and to print the ticket request form
WHERE: Lincoln Christian University, Hargrove Chapel
WHEN: 2:30 p.m.

Monday, December 5

Senior Fitness Class
HOSTED BY: Christian Village/Silver Fox Fitness
WHO: Public
DETAILS:  Free of charge and is open to the public. Due to construction, entrance and parking is only from Short 8th St.
WHERE: Christian Village Congregate Building
WHEN: 10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.

Tuesday, December 6

Blood pressure screenings
HOSTED BY: 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 a.m. to noon

Tuesday Night Bingo at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public (membership not required)
DETAILS:  Come early for dinner then enjoy an evening of Bingo.  We will offer large jackpots and a great atmosphere!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 5 p.m. Dinner service; 6:30 p.m. Bingo

Grief Share Community Group
HOSTED BY: Open Arms Christian Fellowship
WHO: Public
WHERE: 813 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.

Lincoln Masonic Lodge meeting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Masons Lodge 210
WHO: Members
DETAILS:  Regularly scheduled meeting
WHERE: Lincoln Masonic Lodge 210, 2022 N. Kickapoo Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Wednesday, December 7

WLB Culver's Fundraiser
HOSTED BY: Culver's & WLB PTO
WHO: Public
DETAILS: 10 percent of all receipts for the entire day will go to the West Lincoln-Broadwell PTO.  YOU MUST TELL YOUR CASHIER THAT YOU WISH TO SUPPORT THE WLB PTO WHEN YOU PLACE YOUR ORDER.  THERE IS ALSO A SHEET POSTED ON THE DOOR OF THE RESTAURANT THAT YOU MAY TAKE A COPY AND SUBMIT TO YOUR CASHIER.
WHERE: Culver's Restaurant, Lincoln
WHEN: 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Breastfeeding support group
HOSTED BY: 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.
WHERE: Steinfort B at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: Noon to 1:30 p.m.

Lincoln Rotary Club meeting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Rotary Club
WHO: Rotary members
DETAILS: Weekly meeting
WHERE: Meyer-Evans Student Center, Lincoln College
WHEN: Noon

VFW 1756 Auxiliary meeting
HOSTED BY: VFW 1756 Auxiliary
WHO: Members
DETAILS: Monthly meeting
WHERE: Freedom Hall, Cronin Brothers VFW 1756, 915 Fifth Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Thursday, December 8

Oasis Potluck lunch
HOSTED BY: The Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public and members
DETAILS:  Bring a dish to pass or pay a small admission and join us for a great meal and loads of fellowship!  We also award prizes.  Come join us for food and fun.
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 11:30 a.m.

Friday, December 9

No events on the calendar

Saturday, December 10

8 a.m. - 11 a.m. - HOT Cinnamon Roll Pick-up Day
See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News

8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Rotary Citrus Pick-up Day
See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. - HSLC Cookie Pick-up Day and Bake Sales
See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News

Electronics recycling collection 
HOSTED BY: Habitat for Humanity of Logan County
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See Close-up
WHERE: Habitat for Humanity warehouse, 915 Woodlawn Road
WHEN: 9 a.m. to Noon

Treats with Santa
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Park District
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Come out to the Lincoln Park District on Saturday, December 10th from 9:00am-11:00am to meet the REAL Santa! This is a FREE event to attend and milk along with treats will be provided.
WHERE: Lincoln Park District Recreational Center
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

’Tis the Season Luncheon and Card Party
HOSTED BY: ALMH Auxiliary
WHO: Public with paid ticket
DETAILS: See article in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: American Legion, Lincoln
WHEN: Noon

7:30 p.m. - LAMS Christmas Concert
See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News

Sunday, December 11

2 p.m. - LAMS Christmas Concert
See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News

Monday, December 12

Senior Fitness Class
HOSTED BY: Christian Village/Silver Fox Fitness
WHO: Public
DETAILS:  Free of charge and is open to the public. Due to construction, entrance and parking is only from Short 8th St.
WHERE: Christian Village Congregate Building
WHEN: 10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.

Tuesday, December 13

Blood pressure screenings
HOSTED BY: 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 a.m. to noon

Lincoln Kiwanis
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Kiwanis
WHO: Members and prospective members
DETAILS:  Kiwanis is a service organization working to serve the children of the world.
WHERE: Logan Lanes
WHEN: Noon

Tuesday Night Bingo at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public (membership not required)
DETAILS:  Come early for dinner then enjoy an evening of Bingo.  We will offer large jackpots and a great atmosphere!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 5 p.m. Dinner service; 6:30 p.m. Bingo

Grief Share Community Group
HOSTED BY: Open Arms Christian Fellowship
WHO: Public
WHERE: 813 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, December 14

Breastfeeding support group
HOSTED BY: 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.
WHERE: Steinfort B at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: Noon to 1:30 p.m.

Lincoln Rotary Club meeting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Rotary Club
WHO: Rotary members
DETAILS: Weekly meeting
WHERE: Meyer-Evans Student Center, Lincoln College
WHEN: Noon

Thursday, December 15

No events on the calendar

Friday, December 16

No events on the calendar

Saturday, December 17

3rd Saturday Dance at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS:  Do you like to dance? Have you found it hard to find a dance hall these days? Well, the Oasis is the place for you!  DJ provided.  Admission fee will include drinks and popcorn. Come on out on the 3rd Saturday for food, fun and fancy foot work!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Sunday, December 18

No events on the calendar

Monday, December 19

Senior Fitness Class
HOSTED BY: Christian Village/Silver Fox Fitness
WHO: Public
DETAILS:  Free of charge and is open to the public. Due to construction, entrance and parking is only from Short 8th St.
WHERE: Christian Village Congregate Building
WHEN: 10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.

Military order of the Purple Heart
HOSTED BY: Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 159 and Auxiliary 159
WHO: Members
DETAILS: Monthly meeting of both the chapter and the auxiliary.  For questions about the chapter, auxiliary or membership call Melanie 217-871-8254. 
WHERE: VFW Post 755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, Springfield
WHEN: 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, December 20

Blood pressure screenings
HOSTED BY: 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 a.m. to noon

Tuesday Night Bingo at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public (membership not required)
DETAILS:  Come early for dinner then enjoy an evening of Bingo.  We will offer large jackpots and a great atmosphere!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 5 p.m. Dinner service; 6:30 p.m. Bingo

Grief Share Community Group
HOSTED BY: Open Arms Christian Fellowship
WHO: Public
WHERE: 813 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.

Lincoln Masonic Lodge meeting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Masons Lodge 210
WHO: Members
DETAILS:  Regularly scheduled meeting
WHERE: Lincoln Masonic Lodge 210, 2022 N. Kickapoo Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Wednesday, December 21

Breastfeeding support group
HOSTED BY: 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.
WHERE: Steinfort B at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: Noon to 1:30 p.m.

Lincoln Rotary Club meeting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Rotary Club
WHO: Rotary members
DETAILS: Weekly meeting
WHERE: Meyer-Evans Student Center, Lincoln College
WHEN: Noon

American Legion 263 Auxiliary meeting
HOSTED BY: American Legion 263 Auxiliary
WHO: Members
DETAILS: Monthly meeting
WHERE: American Legion Hall, 1740 Fifth Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Railsplitter Coin Club meeting
HOSTED BY: Railsplitter Coin Club
WHO: Open to everyone
DETAILS: Monthly meeting on the third Wednesday of each month
WHERE: Friendship Manor, meeting room
Entry to the meeting room is through the side door of the visitor parking lot.

WHEN: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Thursday, December 22

No events on the calendar

Friday, December 23

No events on the calendar

Saturday, December 24

No events on the calendar

Sunday, December 25

No events on the calendar

Monday, December 26

Senior Fitness Class
HOSTED BY: Christian Village/Silver Fox Fitness
WHO: Public
DETAILS:  Free of charge and is open to the public. Due to construction, entrance and parking is only from Short 8th St.
WHERE: Christian Village Congregate Building
WHEN: 10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.

Tuesday, December 27

Blood pressure screenings
HOSTED BY: 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 a.m. to noon

Lincoln Kiwanis
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Kiwanis
WHO: Members and prospective members
DETAILS:  Kiwanis is a service organization working to serve the children of the world.
WHERE: Logan Lanes
WHEN: Noon

Tuesday Night Bingo at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public (membership not required)
DETAILS:  Come early for dinner then enjoy an evening of Bingo.  We will offer large jackpots and a great atmosphere!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 5 p.m. Dinner service; 6:30 p.m. Bingo

Grief Share Community Group
HOSTED BY: Open Arms Christian Fellowship
WHO: Public
WHERE: 813 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, December 28

Breastfeeding support group
HOSTED BY: 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.
WHERE: Steinfort B at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: Noon to 1:30 p.m.

Lincoln Rotary Club meeting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Rotary Club
WHO: Rotary members
DETAILS: Weekly meeting
WHERE: Meyer-Evans Student Center, Lincoln College
WHEN: Noon

Thursday, December 29

No events on the calendar

Friday, December 30

No events on the calendar

Saturday, December 31

Free Community Yoga Class
HOSTED BY: REPS Gym
WHO: Public
WHERE: REPS Gym, 300 S. McLean, Lincoln
WHEN: 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
 


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