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November
Red Cross classes scheduled
 The
American Red Cross will have a challenge class for people who wish to be
recertified in CPR. It will be on Saturday, Nov. 25, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. A
community first aid and safety class will be on Nov. 29 and 30. This class will
cover adult CPR, infant and child CPR, and first aid. Hours on Wednesday, the 29th,
will be from 6 until 10 p.m., and class hours the second evening will be from 5
until 10 p.m. All classes will be at the Lincoln Red Cross office, 125 S.
Kickapoo in Lincoln. Preregistration is required. For further information,
people may call 732-2134. Office hours are from noon until 4 p.m. weekdays.
[Logan
County Red Cross news release]
Shriners
to have pre-screening clinic at Masonic Lodge
 Shriners
hospitals are dedicated to providing treatment for needy children. The Shriners
are hosting a local pre-qualifying clinic from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Dec.
16, for children newborn to 18 years of age. Children can be brought to the
off-premises clinic at the Masonic Lodge, 2022 N. Kickapoo St., for
evaluation.
In
an effort to help the public to be aware of cases treated at Shriners Hospitals,
the group has prepared the following list of conditions that may be acceptable
and non-acceptable. Of course, the ultimate decision is determined by the chief
surgeon.
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Acceptable
cases
Amputees,
congenital or traumatic
Apert's
syndrome
Arthrogryposia
Arthritis,
juvenile rheumatoid
Bowed
legs
Bums
(not acute; for functional or reconstructional surgery)
Cerebral
palsy
Charcot
- Marie - tooth
Cleft
palate and harelip
Club
feet
Congenital
dislocated hips
Dwarfism
Hammertoe
Hemiplegia
Legg-Perthes
Muscular
dystrophy
Myelomeningocele
(spina bifida)
Osgood-Schlatters
(inflammation of bone head)
Osteogenic
sarcoma
Osteogenesis
imperfecta.
Rickets
(Vitamin D-resistant)
Scoliosis
Spina
bifida (myelodysplasia)
Spinal
cord injuries
Syndactlism
Tibial
torsion
Torticollis
(wry neck) |
Non-acceptable
cases
Fresh
fractures
Mandibular
or teeth problems
Epilepsy
Heart
problems
Hemophilia
Eye
and hearing problems
Kidney
problems
Severely
retarded or brain damaged
Children
on a respirator
Children
with tracheostomies
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Those
severely affected or in a near-vegetable state are not accepted. Likewise, those
with a severed spine are usually not accepted, as Shriners hospitals can accept
only those cases which "present reasonable hope of material improvement.
Certain spastic cases which cannot be materially helped and emergency care
arising from acute bums SHOULD NOT BE ACCEPTED."
This
is a free service. There are no costs to the family. This service is available
to any child, regardless of race, creed, or national origin.
Call
(217) 947-2935 for further information.
[News
release from Shriners Hospital for Children]
Tickets
for drawing are available from Shriners
Logan County
Shriners are having an opportunity drawing. You can get tickets for the Dec. 13
cash prize drawing from any Shriner.
Lincoln
Community Theatre elects officers
Officers
and board members to serve for 2000-2001 were elected at Lincoln Community
Theatre’s annual membership meeting. This season marks LCT’s 30th
anniversary.
Elected
to serve three-year terms on the board of directors were D.Ann Jones, Jerry
Dellinger, Alan King, Paula Stone and Judy Rader.
Newly elected
board officers are Paula Stone, president; Marlene Perry, vice president; Roger
Boss, secretary; and Marilyn Willmert, treasurer.
Make
reservations to attend family event at library
The Lincoln
Public Library will host Family Reading Night on Thursday, Nov. 16, at 6:30 p.m.
The program will feature Heather Harlan Bacus, a Jacksonville storyteller,
musician, songwriter and speaker. Heather will perform a combination of
traditional songs and folk stories with a variety of her own whimsical material.
The program will also include refreshments and door prizes. Please call 723-5732
and make a reservation for your family for a fun-filled evening.
[Lincoln
Public Library news release]
Ornaments
for county Christmas tree are welcomed
The
Logan County Christmas tree in the Logan County Courthouse rotunda is being
sponsored by Logan County residents again this holiday season. The 18-foot tree
is displayed annually from Thanksgiving weekend (Nov. 24 this year) through the
holiday season.
Creative
ornaments may be donated to represent churches, businesses, families, schools,
service clubs and organizations.
 Monetary
donors will be recognized on gift packages located under the Christmas tree.
Label information sheets may be picked up at the Logan County Courthouse
security guard desk or by contacting Mrs. Ted (Judy) Awe, 123 Crestwood Drive,
Lincoln, IL 62656-1360, or phone (217) 732-4758 or e-mail: tjawe@abelink.com.
Ornaments are now being
received in the Logan County Courthouse at the security guard desk.
[News
release from the Logan County Christmas tree project]
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Senior
citizens plan chili supper for parade night
The
Senior Citizens of Logan County Inc. will host their annual chili supper at The
Oasis Senior Center, 501 Pulaski Street in Lincoln, on Thursday, Nov. 30. This
is the same night as the downtown Christmas parade. Serving hours are 4 to 7
p.m. The menu includes chili, crackers, homemade pie and beverage. Tickets are
available at the door. A bake sale and bazaar is also on this same day, starting
at 9 a.m. For further information, call The Oasis, (217) 732-6132.
Grand
opening of Alzheimer’s unit at Christian Village
The Christian
Village invites you to attend the grand opening of their new Alzheimer’s
disease unit on Sunday, Nov. 12, from 2 to 4 p.m. Please call 732-2189 if you'd
like more information.
Mason
City Antique & Collectible Road Show-Fair scheduled for Nov. 18
The
first-ever Antique & Collectible Road Show-Fair for Mason City will be from
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 18, in the downtown Civic Center, located at
120 N. Main St. The public is encouraged to bring glassware, guns, jewelry,
porcelain, furniture, coins, toys and dolls, as experts in each of these fields
have been invited to share their knowledge. The show, patterned after
popular PBS and HGTV shows, will be sponsored by the Mason City Historical
Society in celebration of the first anniversary of their new museum, also
located at 120 N. Main St.
Admittance
to the event will be a small donation at the door for each person
entering. Only two like items per person per category will be admitted at
a time.
Though
liability does not permit written appraisals or offers to buy, sell or trade,
the public is encouraged to "come see what you've got" and learn from
the following experts: Patricia Doyle, jewelry, dolls, porcelain; Betty
Knollenberg, glassware, dolls, general; Lester Cox, coins; Delbert Sielschott,
guns, swords and knives; Sharolyn Apke, crystal, depression glass; Kay Richards,
furniture.
For
additional information call (217) 482-3236.
Stone
Marketing gets business certification with state
Stone
Marketing Images, Ltd., a marketing and publishing firm, is proud to announce
they are certified with the state of Illinois as an official Women Owned
Business and listed as a small business.
Stone
Marketing Images, Ltd. can now bid on projects through the state and federal
government as a Certified Women Owned Business. Many businesses plan their
budget toward those businesses with these certifications. Please add
our name to your list when placing bids or looking for help from this sector.
For
more information, call 875-2559 or e-mail pstone@mcleodusa.net.
[News
release from Stone Marketing Images]
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Appliances
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 Holiday
shopping often encourages us to search out and purchase the newest appliances
that we can find in the stores. But what really is new, what works, what doesn't
and what safety features should we consider before we buy?
"Appliances
— What’s Hot and What’s Not" will be presented on Thursday, Nov. 16,
from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Logan County Extension Unit office, 980 N. Postville
Drive in Lincoln. Ellen Burton, extension educator in consumer and family
economics with the University of Illinois Extension, will present the workshop.
Burton
will discuss what is new from appliance manufacturers. She will also share
safety features and give tips for safe toy selection.
So
if you —
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need ideas for people on your gift
list? Come to this workshop.
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have been wondering about small
appliances? Come to this workshop.
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have
been concerned about safety factors to consider when buying toys? Come to
this workshop.
To
reserve your space in this workshop contact the Logan County Extension office at
732-8289 by Nov. 10.
[News
release from Logan County Extension Unit]
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Lincoln
Park District announces upcoming programs
Your
Park District has a busy fall lining up for you.
Halloween
FunFest is Monday, Oct. 30. We have teamed up with Maple Ridge Care
Centre, 2202 N. Kickapoo St., for the frightfully fun event. Everyone is
invited to trick or treat from 4 to 6 p.m. only at Maple Ridge. Then from
6:30 to 8:30 please join us at Lincoln Park District on the indoor tennis courts
for games, fun, treats, and the costume parade and contest. Keepsake
photos will be offered again this year for $1.50. The full night of fun is
FREE, due in a large part to the generous support of many Lincoln businesses.
Co-rec
volleyball has started.
Men's
basketball is set to start Wednesday, Nov. 1.
We
are once again offering basic dog obedience classes. The sessions will
start on Monday, Nov. 6, at 6:30 p.m. If necessary a second class will
begin at 7:45. We may ask our adults to move to this session in order to
get school-aged children home earlier. Owners and handlers must be a
minimum of 8 years of age. Proof of inoculation is required at the time of
registration. Owners and handlers must provide a 6-foot leather leash and a
chain or choke collar. Bob Spickard will be the instructor. The
classes will continue on Mondays for four weeks. Call for cost.
 Tennis
lessons will begin on Nov. 11 and conclude on Dec. 16. Lessons will be
on the indoor tennis courts at the Rec Center. Instruction on the basics
of serving, the swing techniques and rules will be covered. Jason Hanson
will be the instructor. Hanson lettered in tennis three years in high
school and later returned to coach the high school tennis team. Under his
tutelage they won their first-ever sectional first place. Jason has more
than five years experience officiating several sports and has worked extensively
with youth. Classes are being offered to youth in kindergarten through
sixth grade. Instruction for adults is also being offered. Call
Lincoln Park District at 732-8770 for the times each age division will
play. The six-week course has a fee.
One of the
programs we are working on for the winter months is called Third
Saturday Crafts. On the third Saturday morning in the months of
January, February and March, we will offer area youth the opportunity to make a
craft project. January and February projects are still in development, but
in March we will make wooden birdhouses. Each participant will make two
birdhouses: one for themselves and the other to be placed in one of our local
parks.
[Lincoln
Park District news release]
Writers
group changes meeting date to Nov. 14
Because
of the general election, the Lincoln Writing Club has changed the date of their
monthly meeting from Nov. 7 to Nov. 14. The meeting will be in the Keys Room of
the Lincoln Public Library and will begin at 6 p.m. Anyone interested in writing
is invited to attend. For further information, you may call Rebecca Johnson at
732-2723.
Oasis
announces trip to Taylorville's Nashville North
Seniors
are invited to head to Taylorville's Nashville North by mini-van to enjoy the 5
p.m. concert of Janie Fricke and Rex Allen Jr. on Saturday, Nov. 18. A group
will leave from The Oasis at 501 Pulaski St. in Lincoln at 3:30 p.m.
It
is suggested that those attending have a light dinner before the trip, and there
will be a dessert stop on the way home.
The
$29 fee due at registration pays for a concert ticket and transportation. People
are encouraged to register soon, as space is limited.
For
more information, call The Oasis, 732-6132.
The
Oasis Senior Center is operated by the Senior Citizens of Logan County, Inc., a
not-for-profit organization. The Oasis is funded in part by the United Way.
Seniors of all ages are invited to participate in trips and other programs and
services of the Senior Center.
LINC
announces fall programs
Lincolnland
Intellectual & Nurturing Courses (LINC), an affiliate of the Elderhostel
Institute Network, announces the fall 2000 session, with programs on Tuesday
and Thursday, Nov. 14 and 16.
What
is LINC? It is a peer-driven organization that incorporates small educational
groups who learn from each other for the sheer joy of learning. LINC provides
college-level course work on a noncredit basis. The membership is involved in
decision making. In addition to determining curriculum, members may be active in
recruiting new members and developing social programming. If you are over 55,
enjoy the challenge of learning and live within driving distance of Lincoln, you
are a perfect potential member of LINC. Annual $5 dues for LINC membership
entitle you to participate in spring and fall courses.
This
is the fall schedule:
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"Exploring
Harry Potter"
Tuesday, Nov. 14, 9:30-10:30 a.m., The Oasis, 501 Pulaski, Lincoln
Calling
811 muggles! For both experienced and uninitiated Harry Potter fans, come and
find out what the latest craze in children's literature is all about. Millions
of readers of all ages are enjoying J.K. Rowling's delightful series of books
about Harry Potter, the young wizard. Join LINC's own Marty Hargett to discover
why the books are so popular and to discuss their social impact.
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"Discovering
Celtic Music"
Thursday, Nov. 16, 9:30-10:30 a.m., The Oasis, 501 Pulaski, Lincoln
Discover
the beauty of Celtic music at this fascinating program. MeLane Coulter will
trace the history of Celtic music while demonstrating Celtic pieces on a harp,
dulcimer and bodhran (Irish war drum). What a great way to start your day!
For
registration information, call or visit Oasis Senior Center, 501 Pulaski St. in
Lincoln, 732-6132.
[LINC
news release]
Lincoln
Optimist Club announces essay contest
The
Lincoln Optimist Club is sponsoring its fourth annual essay contest. This year’s
contest is entitled "Are We Losing Our Freedom?" All high school
students under 19 years of age as of Dec. 31, 2000, in grades 10, 11 and 12 are
eligible to participate, according to Bob Wood, club contest chairman.
The
Lincoln club will select a first, second and third-place winner in its contest,
and the first-place entry will automatically be forwarded to the district
contest, where it will be judged against the winning entries from clubs in the
Springfield area district.
The
first, second and third-place winners will receive scholarships in the amounts
of $5,000, $3,000 and $2,000 respectively. In addition to the scholarship, the
first-place winner receives an expense-paid four-day trip with his or her
parents to the Freedoms Foundation in Valley Forge, Penn., in July for the
Freedom and Leadership Conference.
All
essays must be original and must be submitted by Dec. 31 to the Lincoln Optimist
Club. For information, please contact Bob Wood, Contest Chairman, 166 Ninth St.,
Lincoln, IL 62656; phone (217) 735-4232.
Christina
Dye of Lincoln was the 1999-2000 scholarship winner for the Lincoln Optimist
Club and was also the second place winner for the Illinois District. Milton
Wiggers, past governor of the Illinois District, presented Miss Dye with the
Illinois District plaque.
Optimist
International is one of the largest and most active service organizations, with
over 150,000 members in 4200 Optimist clubs in the United States, Canada and
other nations. Promoting "Friend of Youth," Optimist clubs conduct
service projects which reach six million young people each year.
[Lincoln
Optimist Club news release]
November blood drives announced
Lincoln Elementary
School District No. 27 will sponsor the American Red Cross blood drives
on Nov. 1 and 15 at the Lincoln Sports Complex. Hours for both
drives will be from noon until 5 p.m.
Thursday, Nov.
9, the United Methodist Church in Atlanta will have a drive with hours
1 to 7 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 10, St.
Peter's Church in Emden will have a drive from 2 to 6 p.m.
Monday, Nov. 13, Lincoln
College will have a drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Monday, Nov. 20, Lincoln
Christian College will be the site for a drive from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Blood is a continuing
need, and everyone is urged to come give blood at one of these drives
so that when you, your family or friends need blood, it will be
available.
During October the
following donors reached goals in their donations: Edna D. Miller,
eight gallons; Kirk E. Dobihal and Andy Schwenk, one gallon each.
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