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February 2019


FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8

American Legion Catfish or Chick fundraiser
HOSTED BY:  American Legion Post 263
WHO: Public / Fundraiser
DETAILS:  Catfish or Chicken Fry dine in or carry out
WHERE: 1740 Fifth Street, Lincoln
WHEN:  5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9

General Grant at the Mount Pulaski Courthouse
HOSTED BY: Mount Pulaski Courthouse
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See story in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE:  Mount Pulaski Courthouse
WHEN: Noon to 4 p.m. (Grant to speak at 1 p.m.)

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10

American Legion Baseball Fundraiser Breakfast
HOSTED BY:  American Legion
WHO: Public / Fundraiser
DETAILS: 
See story in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE:  American Legion Post 263, Lincoln
WHEN:  8 a.m. to 11 a.m.

4-H Foundation Spaghetti Fundraiser
HOSTED BY: Logan County 4-H Foundation
WHO: Public / Fundraiser (donation only)
DETAILS:  See story in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE:  Lincoln Knights of Columbus Hall
WHEN:  1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Sweetheart Dance at the Lincoln Park District
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Park District
WHO: Parent/child dance (ages 3 to 12)
DETAILS: 
See February Park District Notes
WHERE:  Lincoln Park District, Recreational Center Ballroom
WHEN:  1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Sign and Dine Club
HOSTED BY: Sign & Dine Club
WHO: Open to all
DETAILS: 
Sign and Dine” is a group that promotes American Sign Language (ASL) and Sign English for the hard of hearing and the deaf. We meet the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month @ 2:00 p.m. at different restaurants on Woodlawn Street, Lincoln, IL. We are happy to teach ASL or sign English. We have a lot of fun!
WHERE:  Contact Bill Benham at 217-732-8101
WHEN:  2 p.m.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 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, FEBRUARY 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

Zonta Club monthly meeting
HOSTED BY: Zonta Club of Lincoln
WHO: Members and guests
DETAILS:  See announcement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1409 Pulaski Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.   

Lincoln Writers Club monthly meeting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Writers Club
WHO: Members and guests
DETAILS:  See announcement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln College, Meyer-Evans Student Center Alumni Room
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 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

St. Clara's Anniversary Open House
HOSTED BY: St. Clara's REhab & Senior Care
WHO: Public
DETAILS:
See story in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: St. Clara's Rehab & Senior Care
WHEN:  4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 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, FEBRUARY 15

Diabetes Support Group
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
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: ALMH
WHEN: 11 a.m. to Noon

American Legion Schnitzel Fundraiser
HOSTED BY: American legion Post 263 Support Fund
WHO: Public / Fundraiser
DETAILS: Schnitzel sandwich, chips and special sauce - CARRY OUT ONLY
WHERE: 1740 Fifth Street, Lincoln
WHEN:  5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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: Eagles Lodge, 1621 N. Kickapoo, Lincoln
WHEN:  5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16

Logan County Wellness Expo - TBA

Spend the day in Lincoln with Lincoln
HOSTED BY: Logan County Tourism Bureau
WHO: Public
DETAILS:  See story in Lincoln Daily News

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17

No events on the calendar

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 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, FEBRUARY 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: 1:30 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

Logan County Cancer Support
HOSTED BY: Logan County Cancer Support
WHO: Anyone with cancer, a cancer survivor or their friends or family
DETAILS:  For all cancer patients, survivors and anyone who loves them. Men and women are encouraged to come and share information, tips and stories.
WHERE: September 18th - Daphne's in Lincoln (location changes monthly)
WHEN:  6 p.m. to 7 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, FEBRUARY 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, FEBRUARY 21

No events on the calendar

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22

American Legion Fish and Chicken Dinner fundraiser
HOSTED BY: American Legion Post 263
WHO: Public / fundraiser
DETAILS: Fish or Chicken Dinner dine in or carry out
WHERE: 1740 Fifth Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23

Holy Family Church Mardi Gras Fundraiser
HOSTED BY: Holy Family Church, Lincoln
WHO: Public / Fundraiser
DETAILS: 
Mardi Gras Fundraiser Party - Cajun dinner, live music, silent & live auction. Proceeds go towards the renovation of the historic Holy Family Church in Lincoln. For ticket information and purchase, please visit: www.logancountycatholic.org
WHERE: Knights of Columbus, 217 Limit Street, Lincoln
WHEN:  6 p.m. to 11 p.m.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24

ALMH Prenatal Class
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: Free, registration requested
DETAILS: 
What is covered? When to Come to the Hospital, What to Expect During Labor and Delivery, Pain Relief Options, Breathing Techniques, Family Maternity Suites Tour.  Register by calling 217-605-5233
WHERE: ALMH Steinfort Room A
WHEN: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Sign and Dine Club
HOSTED BY: Sign & Dine Club
WHO: Open to all
DETAILS: 
Sign and Dine” is a group that promotes American Sign Language (ASL) and Sign English for the hard of hearing and the deaf. We meet the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month @ 2:00 p.m. at different restaurants on Woodlawn Street, Lincoln, IL. We are happy to teach ASL or sign English. We have a lot of fun!
WHERE:  Contact Bill Benham at 217-732-8101
WHEN:  2 p.m.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25

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, FEBRUARY 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, FEBRUARY 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, FEBRUARY 28

Civil War Fathers: Sons of the Civil War in World War II
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Heritage Museum
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Nationally recognized author Tim Pletkovich will be featured at the Lincoln Heritage Museum in Lincoln, Illinois, on Thursday, February 28 at 3:00, where he will speak about his book, Civil War Fathers: Sons of the Civil War in World War II. Civil War Fathers is composed of narratives of World War II veterans whose actual dads fought eighty years earlier in the American Civil War. In this absorbing book, the World War II sons talk about their lives growing up with their elderly Civil War fathers during the 1920s and '30s, and how the difficult years of the Great Depression did much to prepare them for their own military service.
WHERE: Lincoln Heritage Museum
WHEN: 3 p.m.

Lincoln Masonic Lodge membership recruitment open house
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Masonic Lodge 210
WHO: Men 18 years and older
DETAILS: Open house for men 18 and older that are interested in finding out more about Freemasonry. Lodge tours. Refreshments served. Family members are welcome.
WHERE: Lincoln Masonic Lodge, 2022 N. Kickapoo Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

 


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