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November 2019


Tuesday, November 5

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

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, November 6

Veteran's Celebration fundraiser at the Country Aire
HOSTED BY: Country Aire Restaurant and St. John United Church of Christ
WHO: Public/fundraiser
DETAILS: Day long event starts at 5:30 a.m. and runs to 8 p.m.  Ten percent of all sales will go to the St. John UCC Veteran's Day Celebration

WHERE: Country Aire Restaurant, Atlanta
WHEN: 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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.

WLLM Monthly reunion
HOSTED BY: Bill Dolan
WHO: For those who use to work at or listen to WLLM, Lincoln's former Christian radio station.
DETAILS: This is a chance for former WLLM staff and listeners (2004 to 2016) to keep in touch. This monthly meeting provides an opportunity for fellowship. Refreshments will be served.

WHERE: Hope Chapel (formerly Lincoln Church of the Nazarene) Woodlawn Road Lincoln
WHEN: Noon to 1:30 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

San Jose UMC annual Turkey Dinner
HOSTED BY: San Jose United Methodist Church
WHO: Public/Fundraiser
DETAILS: Roast turkey with mashed potatoes and gravy, dressing, vegetable, salad, roll, dessert and drink.  Dine in or Carry Out - Adults $10, Children three to ten $4.  Prceeds benefit missions supported by the UMC Women
WHERE: Jan Jose UMC, 600 South First Street, San Jose
WHEN: 4 p.m. to whenever

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, November 7

New 4-H Cloverbud Club introduction night
HOSTED BY: Logan County 4-H
WHO: children ages five, six, or seven with adult
DETAILS: See story in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Logan County Extension Office,
WHEN: 5 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, November 8

No events on the calendar

Saturday, November 9

No events on the calendar

Sunday, November 10

Legion Breakfast Buffet fundraiser
HOSTED BY: American Legion Post 263
WHO: Public / fundraiser
DETAILS: 
Buffet breakfast to benefit the American Legion Post 263 Baseball Program
Grade School students eat free.  Adult tickets $10 each.
 IN NOVEMBER ALL VETERANS EAT FREE

WHERE:  1740 Fifth Street, Lincoln
WHEN:   8 a.m. to 11 a.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 Ken Benham at 217-732-8101
WHEN:  2 p.m.

Monday, November 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.

Cronin Brothers VFW Veterans Day Service
HOSTED BY: Cronin Brothers VFW Post 1756 and Auxiliary
WHO: Public
DETAILS:  See announcement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Cronin Brothers VFW, Freedom Hall, 915 Fifth Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.

Tuesday, November 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:  Open to anyone who is interested in attending or joining. Fellowship/social time begins at 6:00 p.m.; meal begins at 6:30 p.m.; meeting begins at 7:00 p.m. Club will celebrate Zonta International's 100 year anniversary that takes place on November 8. Look for a special 100 year celebration for the Club to occur in Spring 2020.
WHERE: Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1409 Pulaski Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.   

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

Wednesday, November 13

AARP Driver Safety Class Day one
HOSTED BY: Heartland Community College
WHO: Seniors
DETAILS: Day one of two.  Day two will be Wednesday, November 20th
8:30 am to 12:30 pm both days; must attend both days.
Cost: $15 for AARP members; $20 all others.
Call instructor 618-518-0961 to register or for more information.
WHERE: Heartland Community College, 2201 Woodlawn Road
WHEN:  8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Logan County Fair Queen state competition fundraiser
HOSTED BY: TK's Grill and the Miss Logan County Organization
WHO: Fundraiser
DETAILS: On Wednesday, November 13th, TK’s Grill will be hosting a fundraiser from 4:00-8:00 p.m. for the Miss Logan County Organization to help offset expenses as Queen Skye prepares to head to State competition in January! 10% of all food sales will be donated to our organization that evening!! Specials will include TK’s fabulous Fried Chicken, Horseshoes, Ponyshoes, as well as their regular full menu!!  Reservations not necessary, but may be made by calling 217-732-3914! Please come out and join us for what will be a fun evening and your Logan County Royalty will be on hand helping out and visiting with customers!”
WHERE: TK's Grill, Elks Golf Club, Lincoln
WHEN:  4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

 

Thursday, November 14

Jonathan Wright for Resident Circuit Judge Fundraiser
HOSTED BY: Friends for Jonathan Wright Resident Circuit Judge
WHO: Fundraiser
DETAILS: Dinner is provided by donation.
WHERE: Lincoln American Legion Post 263, Fifth Street, Lincoln
WHEN:  5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Friday, November 15

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, November 16

No events on the calendar

Sunday, November 17

No events on the calendar

Monday, November 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, November 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, November 20

AARP Driver Safety Class Day Two
HOSTED BY: Heartland Community College
WHO: Seniors
DETAILS: Day Two - Must have attended the Day one class to participate in Day Two
WHERE: Heartland Community College, 2201 Woodlawn Road
WHEN:  8:30 a.m. to 12:30 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

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, November 21

Culver's fundraiser for Salvation Army
HOSTED BY: Culver's Restaurant and Salvation Army
WHO: Public Fundraiser
DETAILS: This fund raiser is a part of the Salvation Army's red Kettle campaign. Enjoy a great meal while helping the Salvation Army to raise funds to serve families throughout the area.  The Lincoln Salvation Army appreciates the ongoing support of the Lincoln community!
WHERE: Culver's Restaurant
WHEN: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Friday, November 22

Saturday, November 23

Holly Jolly Christmas Tree & Wreath Auction
HOSTED BY: Mount Pulaski Courthouse Foundation
WHO: Public / Fundraiser
DETAILS: 
Come bid on beautifully decorated trees and wreaths, created by community members.  All proceeds will go towrads the improvement of the beloved courthuse.  Refreshments will be provided.
WHERE: Mount Pulaski Courthouse
WHEN: 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday, November 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 Ken Benham at 217-732-8101
WHEN:  2 p.m.

Monday, November 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, November 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, November 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, November 28

No events on the calendar

Friday, November 29

No events on the calendar

Saturday, November 30

No events on the calendar

 

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