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October 2019


Saturday, October 12

Sunday, October 13

American Legion all you can eat fundraiser breakfast
HOSTED BY: Lincoln American Legion Post 263
WHO: Public / Fundraiser
DETAILS: 
See announcement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE:  American Legion Post, 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, October 14

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, October 15

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

Flu Clinic at Timber Creek Village
HOSTED BY:  Timber Creek Village Assisted Living Center
WHO:  Public
DETAILS:  Timber Creek Village Assisted Living in Lincoln will be hosting a Flu Clinic on October 15th from 1:00 - 2:00pm.
WHERE:  Timber Creek Village, 201 Stahlhut Drive, Lincoln
WHEN:  1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

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

BrightStar Care Experience
HOSTED BY:  Timber Creek Village Assisted Living Center
WHO:  Adults
DETAILS:  BrightStar Care and special guest, Chris Beckett of Illinois Senior Solutions, will present the BrightStar Care Experience and discuss V.A. Benefits. (Wartime veterans and their spouse may be eligible for a significant monthly income from the Department of Veterans Affairs.)
WHERE:  Timber Creek Village, 201 Stahlhut Drive, Lincoln
WHEN:  5:30 p.m.

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, October 16

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

Balance Class and Educational Seminar
HOSTED BY:  Timber Creek Village Assisted Living Center
WHO:  Open to the public
DETAILS: Join Timber Creek Village for a Balance Class and Educational Seminar with Kelly from Home Health Advantage!
WHERE:  Timber Creek Village, 201 Stahlhut Drive, Lincoln
WHEN:  1 p.m.

Victim Impact Panel
HOSTED BY:  Community Health Collaborative & Logan County Probation
WHO:  Open to the public
DETAILS:  A non-confrontational presentation given by victims of crashes involving alcohol or drugs.  Participants learn how lives can be impacted by DUI.  $10 cash or money order required.  One hundred percent of the profits support the Safe Rides Program.  Attendance certificates issued after each event.
WHERE:  Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHEN:  5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

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, October 17

Friday, October 18

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, October 19

Emden Community Meet & Greet with Jonathan Wright
HOSTED BY: Friends of Jonathan Wright Resident Circuit Judge
WHO: Public
DETAILS: This is a meet and greet hosted by Emden Friends of Jonathan Wright. A light breakfast will be served while Judge Wright visits with community members.
WHERE: Emden Community House
WHEN:  7 a.m. to 9 a.m.

Trick or Treat with Mayor Seth Goodman
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Mayor Seth Goodman
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Join Mayor Goodman for a walk around downtown Lincoln Trick or Treating with area businesses as you go.  Gather at Latham Park and end at city hall.
WHERE: Latham Park to register
WHEN:  10 a.m.

Sunday, October 20

Middletown UMC Gospel Sing
HOSTED BY: Middletown United Methodist Church
WHO: Public / love offering taken
DETAILS:  Gospel Sing featuring the New Jerusalem Singers.  A Love Offering will be received. Following the service a light lunch will be served. 
WHERE: Middletown UMC, Seventh and Main Streets, Middletown
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.

Monday, October 21

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, October 22

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

Community Bingo at Timber Creek Village
HOSTED BY: Timber Creek Village Assisted Living
WHO: All ages welcome
DETAILS:  Timber Creek Village will be hosting Community BINGO open to the public! Prizes will be awarded for the winners of each game.
WHERE: Timber Creek Village Assisted Living, 201 Stahlhut Drive, Lincoln
WHEN: 2 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

Wednesday, October 23

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, October 24

LWC Drive Through Steak Dinner
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Woman's Club
WHO: Public / Fundraiser
DETAILS: Dinner includes chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn and roll
Tickets are available from any Lincoln Woman’s Club member or at the American Legion.  ticket price $9.00 each
WHERE: American Legion Post 263, Fifth Street Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Friday, October 25

No events on the calendar

Saturday, October 26

Trick or Treat with Abe
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Heritage Museum
WHO: Public - ADMISSION FREE WITH FOOD PANTRY DONATION
DETAILS: 
See story in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Heritage Museum, Lincoln College
WHEN:  1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Middletown UM Annual Soup Supper
HOSTED BY: Middletown United Methodist Church
WHO: Public / Fundraiser
DETAILS: 
Soups, relishes, drinks and desserts - All you can eat. Suggested donation $8.00 adult and $5.00 children 12 and older. A Country Bazaar/Bake sale will also be available.
WHERE: Middletown UMC, Seventh and Main Street, Middletown
WHEN:  4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Sunday, October 27

October 27 - Mount Pulaski Trunk or Treat

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, October 28

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, October 29

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

Wednesday, October 30

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, October 31

Mount Pulaski Trick or Treat hours
DETAILS: Community wide trick or treat night.  Please remember, Porch lights on will mean trick-or-treaters are welcome.  Please do not call on houses with porch lights turned off.
WHERE: town wide
WHEN: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Trick or Treat at Copper Creek
HOSTED BY: Copper Creek Cottages Memory Care
WHO: All ages welcome
DETAILS: Copper Creek Cottages Memory Care is having their 3rd annual Trick-or-Treat at Copper Creek! The residents would love to see all of your fun costumes!
WHERE: Copper Creek Cottages Memory Care, 201 Stahlhut Drive, Lincoln
WHEN: 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Monster Bash Trick or Treat at Timber Creek
HOSTED BY: Timber Creek Village Assisted Living
WHO: All ages welcome
DETAILS: Timber Creek Village will be hosting their annual Monster Bash for Trick-or-Treaters on October 31st from 6:00 - 7:00pm. Come and enjoy a night of fun, safe, and warm Trick-or-Treating!
WHERE: Timber Creek Village Assisted Living, 201 Stahlhut Drive, Lincoln
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

 

 

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