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             October 20 
            
            St.
            John's United Methodist Church of Christ German Fest 
            
            St. John's
            United Church of Christ 
            7th
            Street, Lincoln - 11am - 6pm 
            Enjoy an afternoon filled with live
            Polka music, dine on brats and other German fare, wander the craft
            exhibits, and join in the fun. 217/732-6957 
            
            October 20 
            
            1850's
            Open House 
            
            Mt.
            Pulaski Courthouse 
            Downtown
            Mt. Pulaski - 1pm - 8pm 
            You are invited to attend this annual
            open house and travel back in time as you tour the decorated
            courthouse. Enjoy the live music from 2pm - 6pm, delight in the
            atmosphere. Hot cider and coffee will be served throughout the day.
            217/732-8930 
            
            October 20 
            
            Knapp/Chesnut/Becker
            Historical Society Annual Turkey Supper 
            
            New
            Holland Middletown School, Middletown 4pm - 7pm 
            Join in this benefit to support the
            work the society is doing in this all you can eat turkey supper.
            217/445-2708 
            
            October 27 
            
            Harvest of
            Talents 
            
            Lincoln
            Christian Church, 204 N. McLean Street, Lincoln 
            Participate in the daylong
            festivities benefiting the International Disaster Emergency Service.
            Crafts, entertainment, wonderful home cooked food available for dine
            in or carry out and a live auction are scheduled for the day.
            217/732-7618 
            
            October 28 
            
            Eminence
            Christian Church Bazaar 
            
            Atlanta
            Community Building 
            City Road
            2500 North and 1600 East, Atlanta - 8am - 2pm 
            Homemade baked goods and crafts
            available. Quilt raffle. Enjoy the delicious luncheon available for
            dine in or carry out. 217/648-2350 
            
            October 30 
            
            Halloween
            Funfest 
            
            Lincoln
            Park District Ballroom 
            900 Primm
            Road, Lincoln 6:30pm - 8pm 
            Bring your little trick or treater
            out to play games for candy and prizes. 217/732-8770 
            
            November 3 
            
            Holiday
            Craft Fair 
            
            Lincoln
            Park District 
            900 Primm
            Road, Lincoln - 7am - 2pm 
            Start your holiday shopping early at
            the Xi Mu Gamma Chapter Beta Sigma Phi annual craft fair. Various
            crafters on hand to share their talents. Home baked goodies
            available. 217/732-2861 
            
            November 4 
            
            Zonta
            Turkey Dinner 
            
            Lincoln
            Community High School, 1000 Primm Road Lincoln - 11 am - 1:30pm 
            Bring your family and friends and
            enjoy a delicious home cooked meal while supporting the Health
            Career Scholarship Fund. 217/732-2231 
            
            November
            11 
            
            Veteran's
            Day Celebration 
            
            Logan
            County Courthouse, Lincoln 
            Pay tribute to our veterans during
            the celebration on the courthouse lawn. A ham and bean dinner will
            be served at the American Legion following the service. 217/732-4759 
            
            November
            16-17 
            
            Christmas
            Open House & Tour 
            
            Clark's
            Greenhouse and Herbal Garden, San Jose 
            Savor the scents of the season and
            begin your holiday preparations with country accents. 309/247-3679 
            
            November
            17-18 
            
            Christmas
            on Vinegar Hill 
            
            Throughout
            the community of Mt. Pulaski 
            Sat. 8am -
            5pm; Sun. Noon - 4pm 
            Shop, browse, and delight in the
            coming holidays at the annual Christmas on Vinegar Hill Celebration.
            Various locations throughout the community will have crafters and
            artists displaying their talents. Home cooked meals and treats will
            be available throughout the weekend. Don't forget to stop by the Mt.
            Pulaski Courthouse in the center of town and delight in its historic
            charm and atmosphere. Maps available. 217/792-5532 
            
            November
            17 
            
            Atlanta
            A-Team 6th Annual Soup Supper 
            
            Atlanta
            Christian Church, Atlanta 
            Relax and enjoy an evening of
            fellowship. Vegetable soup, chili, bar-b-que, pie, cake, and drinks
            will be served from 5pm -7pm. The Atlanta Community Band will cap
            off the evening with a concert. 217/648-2353 
            
            November
            23-30 
            
            '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 
            
            Christmas
            in the Chapel 
            
            Lincoln
            Christian College Chapel, Rt. 10, Lincoln 
            Celebrate the true meaning of
            Christmas with an evening of rejoicing in music and drama.
            217/732-3168 ext. 2295 
            
            November
            30 
            
            Abraham
            Lincoln Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and Card Party 
            
            Lincoln
            Depot, 101 N. Chicago Street, 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
            TBA 
            
            Elkhart
            Needs & Goals Community Craft Sale 
            
            Elkhart
            Fire Station, Elkhart -  8am - 4pm 
            Browse the many craft booths and
            enjoy the luncheon provided by the women of the community of
            Elkhart. 217/947-2349 or 217/947-2471 
            
            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 - 1pm 
            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 Hunger Homes 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 2 
            
            Holiday
            Tour of Churches 
            
            Come enjoy the beauty of our local
            churches decorated for the season. Each church will have a 10-minute
            concert at its designated time. 217/732-2929. 
            
            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
            23 
            
            Ho Ho
            Dough Drawing 
            
            Downtown
            Lincoln - 5pm - drawing time 
            Start
            collecting your tickets Nov. 17. 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 
            
              
            
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