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DECEMBER 2017


Wednesday, December 6

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.

CICBC Blood Drive
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Park District
WHO: Public
DETAILS:  For your convenience, please call the blood center toll-free to sign up at 1-866-GIVE-BLD or schedule an appointment online at www.bloodcenterimpact.org  Walk-ins are also welcome and appreciated. 
Presenting donors will receive a voucher for their choice of a long sleeve t-shirt or a gift card
WHERE: Lincoln Park District
WHEN:  Noon to 5 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 7

6:30 p.m. - Lincoln Christmas Parade and Santa at the Library Annex

Lincoln College Pearl Harbor Remembrance
HOSTED BY: Lincoln College
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See article in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Center, Lincoln Heritage Museum Atrium
WHEN: 12:30 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.

Lincoln College Fall Concert - Jazz Band
HOSTED BY: Lincoln College
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: College’s Jazz Band Review, Next Stop Harlem
See story in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Johnston Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln College
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.

Friday, December 8

Oasis Holiday Festival
HOSTED BY:  Oasis Senior Center
WHO:  Public / Fundraiser
DETAILS:  2017 Oasis Holiday Festival Mark your calendar now, so you can attend one or both of our Special Celebration Meals during the Oasis 2017 Holiday Festival. We will again be selling Holiday cookies-by-the-pound, so you can start stocking up your freezer with goodies for Christmas. We\\\'ll also have a drawing for discounts in our gift shop.   Friday dinner will be the special Oasis chicken & dressing, mashed potatoes & gravy, corn, bread & butter plus dessert and drink  Half orders available for children, carry-out available
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center
WHEN:  4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Lincoln College Fall Concert - Jazz Band
HOSTED BY: Lincoln College
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: Jazz Band Review, Next Stop Harlem
See story in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Johnston Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln College
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, December 9

Lincoln Christian Church Cookie Walk
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Christian Church
WHO: Public / HOT Fundraiser
DETAILS: See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Christian Church
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.

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

Saturday with Santa at the Lincoln Park District
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Park District
WHO: Free to Public
DETAILS: Enjoy a kids craft table while waiting your turn to visit with Santa.  Make and take your own supply of reindeer food for Christmas Eve, and parents be sure to bring your cameras for a photo of the kids with Santa.  Milk and cookies will also be served.
WHERE: Lincoln Park District Recreation Center
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Lincoln Christian Church Nativity Walk
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Christian Church
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Christian Church
WHEN: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. (before Christmas Concert) and for one hour following concert

Lincoln Christian Church Christmas Concert
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Christian Church
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Christian Church
WHEN: 2 p.m.

Oasis Holiday Festival
HOSTED BY:  Oasis Senior Center
WHO:  Public / Fundraiser
DETAILS:  2017 Oasis Holiday Festival Mark your calendar now, so you can attend one or both of our Special Celebration Meals during the Oasis 2017 Holiday Festival. We will again be selling Holiday cookies-by-the-pound, so you can start stocking up your freezer with goodies for Christmas. We\\\'ll also have a drawing for discounts in our gift shop.   Saturday meal will be individual meat loafs, cheesy mashed potatoes, green beans, applesauce, bread & butter plus dessert and drink.  Half orders available for children, carry-out available
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center
WHEN:  4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Lincoln Christian Church Nativity Walk
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Christian Church
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Christian Church
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. (before Christmas Concert)

Lincoln Christian Church Christmas Concert
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Christian Church
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Christian Church
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Lincoln College Fall Concert - Choirs
HOSTED BY: Lincoln College
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS  College Choirs presentation of Made in America: Celebrating Diversity through American Genres, Artists, and Composers,  See story in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Johnston Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln College
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, December 10

Holiday breakfast and Christmas Craft Sale
HOSTED BY:  Hartem Class of 2019 & Post Prom
WHO: Public / Fundraiser
DETAILS:  See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Emden Community House
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Masons Installation of Officers
HOSTED BY: Lincoln, Atlanta, and Mount Pulaski Masonic Lodges
WHO: Members
DETAILS:  Installation ceremony for 2018 officers of the Atlanta, Lincoln, and Mount Pulaski Lodges
WHERE: Lincoln Masonic Lodge
WHEN: 2 p.m.

Lincoln College Fall Concert - Choirs
HOSTED BY: Lincoln College
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS  College Choirs presentation of Made in America: Celebrating Diversity through American Genres, Artists, and Composers,  See story in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Johnston Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln College
WHEN: 2 p.m.

"Carols, Choirs and Christmas"
HOSTED BY:  Logan County Churches
WHO: Public
DETAILS:  See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Immanuel Lutheran Church
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Monday, December 11

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 12

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: Whiskers at the Elks County Club
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

Wednesday, December 13

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 14

Weight Loss Support Group
HOSTED BY: Memorial Weight Loss and Wellness Center
WHO: Free to public
DETAILS: Small group discussion followed by a short presentation on a variety of topics.  For details, call 217-605-5500
WHERE: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital, Steinfort Room A. 
WHEN: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Friday, December 15

Diabetes Support Group
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital/Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Timely topics are discussed each month. Led by a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator. 
For details, call 217-605-5535
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 11 a.m. to Noon

Eagles Chicken Fry
HOSTED BY: Eagles Lodge
WHO: Fundraiser
DETAILS: Three piece Chicken, masked potatoes w/Gravy and Vegetable.  Dine in, Carry out, or Delivery call 217-732-2708
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN:  5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday, December 16

Breakfast with Santa
HOSTED BY: Cronin Brothers VFW, VFW Auxiliary, Robert Graue Marine Corp League
WHO: Public
DETAILS: A great event for the family, and it's FREE!  Come enjoy a hearty breakfast including pancake & sausage on a stick with syrup, pancakes, milk and juice.  Spend time with Santa and his favorite elf, and be sure to bring your Christmas list!
WHERE: Cronin Brothers VFW, Lincoln
WHEN:  9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

LAMS Christmas Concert
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Area Music Society
WHO: Public / donations accepted
DETAILS: See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Community High School Auditorium
WHEN:  7 p.m.

Sunday, December 17

Retirement party for Dom Dalpoas
HOSTED BY:  Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public
DETAILS:  TBA
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center
WHEN: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

LAMS Christmas Concert
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Area Music Society
WHO: Public / donations accepted
DETAILS: See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Community High School Auditorium
WHEN:  2:30 p.m.

Monday, December 18

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 19

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

Alzheimer's Support Group
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public (membership not required)
DETAILS:  Hosted by Julie King and Dr. Paul Boatman.  A support group for those suffering from dementia and those concerned about possible dementia.  Will meet on the thrid Tuesday of the month indefinitely.
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

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

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 20

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 21

No events on the calendar

Friday, December 22

No events on the calendar

Saturday, December 23

No events on the calendar

Sunday, December 24

No events on the calendar

Monday, December 25

No events on the calendar

Tuesday, December 26

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: Whiskers at the Elks County Club
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

Wednesday, December 27

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 28

No events on the calendar

Friday, December 29

No events on the calendar

Saturday, December 30

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.

Fifth Saturday Opry
HOSTED BY: Eagles Lodge
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS:  Join the 5th Saturday Opry Band for an evening of classic country music. Doors open at 6pm with show at 7pm. Tickets sold at the door. Concessions sold by the Eagles Lodge. Free popcorn ! Use the entrance near the pavillion.
WHERE: Eagles Lodge, 1621 N. Kickapoo, Lincoln
WHEN: 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Sunday, December 31

No events on the calendar


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