| November
            23-December 2 'Tis The
            Season Throughout
            Downtown Lincoln Festivities scheduled to kick off the
            holiday season in grand style. The Festival of Trees will be open
            daily at the Logan County Courthouse free to the public. Various
            other events scheduled for the week and capped off with the Festival
            of Trees Gala. 217/732-2929. November
            24 Pride of
            the Folk Art & Craft Show Lincoln
            Park District, Lincoln - 8am - 4pm The Park District proudly presents
            the 7th annual event featuring juried artists and crafters bringing
            together the area's finest collection of talents to share.
            217/732-8770 November
            27 Victorian
            Candlelight Courthouse Tour Logan
            County Courthouse, Lincoln - 6pm - 8pm Step back to an evening that
            celebrates a simpler time and highlights our historical heritage.
            Candlelight Courthouse tours by period costumed guides. Carolers and
            refreshments to round out the event. 217/732-2929 November
            29 Christmas
            Parade/Oasis Chili Supper Downtown
            Lincoln - 4 pm - Chili Supper; 7pm – Parade Start the evening with a warm bowl of
            chili at the Oasis, and then gather around the downtown square as
            the streets light up with music and holiday cheer. Parade will
            feature area bands, floats, and of course SANTA himself will
            officially usher in the holiday season. 217/735-2385 November
            29-30, December 1-2 Christmas
            in the Chapel Lincoln
            Christian College Chapel, Rt. 10, Lincoln Celebrate the true meaning of
            Christmas with rejoicing in music and drama.
            217/732-3168 ext. 2295 December 3 Abraham
            Lincoln Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and Card Party Lincoln
            Elk's Club, Lincoln Enjoy a lovely luncheon and linger
            over coffee with your friends while enjoying a game of cards.
            217/732-2161 ext. 185 December 1 Christmas
            Open House Mt.
            Pulaski Courthouse Downtown Mt. Pulaski - 2pm - 8pm Traditional & seasonal musical
            performances will highlight the open house as you wander the
            beautifully decorated courthouse. Coffee and cider will be served.
            217/732-8930 December 1 Teddy Bear
            Picnic Lincoln
            Public Library Annex, 725 Pekin Street, Lincoln The special children's event features
            jugglers, cookie decorating, and brown bag lunch. Children are
            invited to bring their teddy bears and join in this special holiday
            treat. Children must be pre-registered before noon on Dec. 1.
            217/732-5732 December 1 Middletown
            Children's Christmas Store Middletown Bring the children out to do their
            holiday shopping. 217/445-2511 December 1 Atlanta
            Community Christmas Tree Lighting & Caroling Downtown
            Atlanta - 5pm Join in the carols at the community
            tree lighting. Continue the excitement of the season with cocoa and
            cookies at the Atlanta Firehouse. 217/648-5077 December
            1-8 Atlanta
            A-Glow City of Atlanta Annual holiday
            kickoff week to ring in the Christmas season. Includes community
            cash drawings, Atlanta Elementary School Christmas program, tree
            lighting, and Atlanta Community Band performance. 217/648-5077 December 2 Jingle
            Bell Run Lincoln
            Park District 900 Primm
            Road, Lincoln - 1pm start Run to benefit the Arthritis
            Foundation. 217/732-8770 December
            2 Christmas
            Breakfast Buffet and Bazaar Carroll
            Catholic School 111 4th Street, Lincoln - 7am - 12:30pm Fill up on this delicious breakfast
            and shop for Christmas crafts and baked goods. Adults $4 and
            children $2.50. December 2 Holiday
            Tour of Homes Sponsored by the Harvest of Talents
            for World HungerHomes to be announced at a later date. Tickets $5
            in advance or they may be purchased at the homes. All proceeds to
            aid in the International Disaster Emergency Service. Contact Vera
            Thomas 217/732-7618.
 December 8 Elkhart
            Needs & Goals Christmas Goodies Bake Sale Elkhart
            Fire Station, Elkhart -  starting at 8am   December 8 Cookies
            and Cocoa with Santa Downtown Lincoln Join Santa for
            cookies and cocoa. Help Mrs. Claus decorate a giant Christmas card
            for the community. Share your wish list with Santa himself (photos
            available for a small fee). Enjoy story time with local celebrity
            readers. All children will be given a small gift. Sponsored by the
            downtown merchants. 217/732-2929 December 8 Chapel
            Candlelight Christmas Service Elkhart Hill, Elkhart 20 miles north
            of Springfield on 1-55. Celebrate the season with music and
            atmosphere at the 3 services. Limited seating available.
            217/947-2238 December
            16 LCHS
            Christmas Concert Lincoln
            Community High School Auditorium 1000 Primm
            Road, Lincoln Ring in the season with the sounds of
            the LCHS Band and Chorus at their annual holiday concert. December
            20 Ho Ho
            Dough Drawing Downtown
            Lincoln - 6pm - drawing time Start
            collecting your tickets Nov. 10. Come out and take your chance at
            Holiday Cash. Start the New Year with money in your pocket, while
            supporting local businesses. 217/735-2385   www.logancountytourism.org    |