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May 2009
 Friday, May 1
Weekend events in Elkhart
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Annual plant sale by Elkhart Needs and Goals will be at Elkhart
Village Hall. The Elkhart Public Library will be continuing its open
house week with a purse and accessories party.
WHERE:
Elkhart
WHEN:
Plant sale, noon-6 pm; purse party, 6:30-8 pm
(More activities in Elkhart on Saturday. See Saturday listing below.)
"Divine Stella Devine"
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Junior High School
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
(See
article.)
WHERE:
LJHS, 208 Broadway
WHEN:
7 pm
 Saturday, May 2
St. Jude Run golf outing
(Postponed due to wet course)
NEW DATE,
TIME:
June 14, noon
Weekend events in Elkhart
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Annual plant sale by Elkhart Needs and Goals will be at Elkhart
Village Hall. The Elkhart Public Library will be continuing its open
house week with a purse and accessories party Saturday morning and
an antique sock making demonstration in the afternoon. Elkhart
Christian Church is having a mission trip fundraiser, with a car
wash and a food booth in the parking lot across from the Village
Hall.
WHERE:
Elkhart
WHEN:
Plant sale, 8-11 am; mission trip fundraiser, 8 am-1 pm; purse
party, 9 am-noon; sock making demonstration, 1-4 pm;
 Master Gardener plant sale
SPONSOR:
Logan County Master Gardeners
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Eighth annual sale. Perennials, annuals, houseplants, heirloom
tomatoes, peppers, grasses and some shrubs.
(See
article.)
WHERE:
Logan County Fairgrounds Special Events Building
WHEN:
9 am-noon. No early sales.
Zion plant sale
SPONSOR:
Zion Lutheran
School, Lincoln
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
(See information in
Close Up column.)
WHERE:
1600 Woodlawn
Road
WHEN:
9 am-2 pm
Airport Daze
SPONSOR:
Heritage In Flight Museum
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
(See
article.)
WHERE:
Logan County Airport
WHEN:
11 am-4 pm
Small business startup seminar
SPONSOR:
Lincoln & Logan County
Development Partnership
DETAILS:
(See
article.)
WHERE:
Illini Bank, 120
Gov. Oglesby, Elkhart
WHEN:
11-11:45 am
LCHS Grand March
SPONSOR:
Main
Street Lincoln
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
(See
article.)
WHERE:
Downtown Lincoln
WHEN:
6:30 pm
"Divine Stella Devine"
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Junior High School
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
(See
article.)
WHERE:
LJHS, 208 Broadway
WHEN:
7 pm
Sunday, May 3
Lincoln
MS Walk
SPONSOR:
Lincoln MS Walk
WHO:
Everyone is welcome
DETAILS:
The MS Walk is a fundraising event to create a world free of
multiple sclerosis. Get a team together, gather some donations and
come to the walk. Music, prizes and a silent auction are part of the
festivities. Walkers turning in $100 receive a T-shirt.
(See
article.)
WHERE:
Kickapoo Creek Park
WHEN:
12:30 pm check-in; team pictures at 1 pm; walk begins at 1:30 pm
Monday, May 4
Blood drive
SPONSOR:
Immanuel Lutheran
Church
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
For an appointment, call 1-866-GIVE-BLD
(1-866-448-3253),
ext. 6814, or schedule online at
www.cicbc.org.
(See information in
Close Up column.)
WHERE:
Lincoln Masonic
Center, 2022 N. Kickapoo St
WHEN:
Noon-6 pm
Tuesday, May 5
Logan County Breast Cancer
Support meeting
SPONSOR:
Breast
Cancer Network of Strength
WHO:
Breast cancer survivors and anyone who loves them
DETAILS:
Educational support meetings are the first Tuesday evening of each
month.
WHERE:
First United Methodist Church, Lincoln
(Handicapped-accessible)
WHEN:
7-8:30 pm
Wednesday, May 6
Farmers market
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Farmers Market
WHO:
Public invited
DETAILS:
Market opens for season. Vegetables and fruits as they ripen and
mature, baked goods, and crafts.
WHERE:
Latham Park, across from Lincoln Public Library
WHEN:
4-6:30 pm
(Wednesdays 4-6:30 pm and Saturdays 7 am-noon; May 6-Oct. 31)
Auditions for "The Pirates of
Penzance"
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Christian Church
WHO:
Open to the community
DETAILS:
Please come prepared to sing a song -- an accompanist will be
provided. Also plan to read from script.
(See
article.)
WHERE:
204 N. McLean St.
WHEN:
8 pm
Thursday, May 7
"Hello, Dolly"
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Community High School Music Department
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Enjoy the adventures of one of the most beloved matchmakers ever
portrayed on stage as LCHS presents the Tony Award-winning musical
“Hello, Dolly!” The show is directed by Christine Cummings with
musical directors Kim Quinn and David Swaar. Tickets may be
purchased at the door. For more information, call 217-732-4131, ext.
343.
WHERE:
LCHS auditorium, 1000 Primm Road
WHEN:
7:30 pm
Friday, May 8
"Hello, Dolly"
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Community High School Music Department
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Enjoy the adventures of one of the most beloved matchmakers ever
portrayed on stage as LCHS presents the Tony Award-winning musical
“Hello, Dolly!” The show is directed by Christine Cummings with
musical directors Kim Quinn and David Swaar. Tickets may be
purchased at the door. For more information, call 217-732-4131, ext.
343.
WHERE:
LCHS auditorium, 1000 Primm Road
WHEN:
7:30 pm
Saturday, May 9
Farmers market
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Farmers Market
WHO:
Public invited
DETAILS:
Vegetables and fruits as they ripen and
mature, baked goods, and crafts.
WHERE:
Latham Park, across from Lincoln Public Library
WHEN:
7 am-noon
(Saturdays 7 am-noon and Wednesdays 4-6:30 pm)
Glass recycling
SPONSOR:
Logan County Joint Solid Waste Agency, Lincoln Junior Woman's Club,
Saint-Gobain Containers, Lincoln Wal-Mart
WHO:
Open to public
DETAILS:
Only container glass (must have contained either a
food or beverage) will be accepted. Clear glass, amber, green and
blue will be accepted. Unacceptable items include ceramics,
dishware, light bulbs, fluorescent lights, window glass and mirrors.
Glass will be accepted only on designated collection dates. The
Logan County Joint Solid Waste Agency does not accept glass
at any of its recycling sites. For safety reasons, no broken
glass will be accepted.
Glass preparation: Rinse containers. Remove all plastic or metal
caps and rings from the container. Labels may be left on containers.
The Logan County Joint Solid Waste Agency reserves the right to
refuse any glass that does not meet preparation guidelines.
Collection will be canceled in case of inclement weather.
WHERE:
Lincoln Wal-Mart Supercenter parking lot
WHEN:
9 am-noon
(Second Saturday, May-October)
Auditions for "The Pirates of
Penzance"
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Christian Church
WHO:
Open to the community
DETAILS:
Please come prepared to sing a song -- an accompanist will be
provided. Also plan to read from script.
(See
article.)
WHERE:
204 N. McLean St.
WHEN:
9 am-noon
YMCA Cow Chip Bingo
SPONSORS:
Fricke-Calvert-Schrader Funeral Homes, Jayne's Hair Salon, Bryant's
Arcade Cafe, Graue Inc., Guzzardo's Italian Villa, Action Rental &
Sales, State Bank of Lincoln, O'Donohue's Old Fashioned Soda Shoppe,
XPress Depot, Serenity Now, Flippers Lawn Management, Nobbe Eye Care
Center, Werth Gun Services, Lincoln Printers, Dickson's Tacos and
More, Duvall Automotive
WHO:
All ages
DETAILS:
Lincoln Area YMCA's
third annual Cow Chip Bingo is a FREE family event. Cow Chip Bingo
tickets may be purchased for a chance to win a cash prize. A day of fun is
planned for all with activities such as Cow Chip Bingo, the
Christian praise rock band One Day Closer, a three-in-one inflatable
bouncer, games and contests for kids and adults, hot dogs and chips,
archery and paintball demonstrations, preschool play stations, face
painting, raffles, and so much more. Other agencies represented:
D.A.R.E., Logan County Sheriff's Department, Humane Society of Logan
County and Lincoln Rural Fire Department.
(See
article.)
WHERE:
Y Activity Center, 719 Wyatt Ave.
WHEN:
12:30-3 pm
25th anniversary of Oasis
SPONSOR:
The Oasis
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Social hour, dinner and entertainment
(See
article,
including ticket information.)
WHERE:
Knights of Columbus Hall, 217 N. Limit
WHEN:
Evening
"Hello, Dolly"
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Community High School Music Department
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Enjoy the adventures of one of the most beloved matchmakers ever
portrayed on stage as LCHS presents the Tony Award-winning musical
“Hello, Dolly!” The show is directed by Christine Cummings with
musical directors Kim Quinn and David Swaar. Tickets may be
purchased at the door. For more information, call 217-732-4131, ext.
343.
WHERE:
LCHS auditorium, 1000 Primm Road
WHEN:
7:30 pm
Sunday, May 10
"Hello, Dolly"
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Community High School Music Department
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Enjoy the adventures of one of the most beloved matchmakers ever
portrayed on stage as LCHS presents the Tony Award-winning musical
“Hello, Dolly!” The show is directed by Christine Cummings with
musical directors Kim Quinn and David Swaar. Tickets may be
purchased at the door. For more information, call 217-732-4131, ext.
343.
WHERE:
LCHS auditorium, 1000 Primm Road
WHEN:
2 pm
Wednesday, May 13
Farmers market
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Farmers Market
WHO:
Public invited
DETAILS:
Vegetables and fruits as they ripen and
mature, baked goods, and crafts.
WHERE:
Latham Park, across from Lincoln Public Library
WHEN:
4-6:30 pm
(Wednesdays 4-6:30 pm and Saturdays 7 am-noon)
Saturday, May 16
Farmers market
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Farmers Market
WHO:
Public invited
DETAILS:
Vegetables and fruits as they ripen and
mature, baked goods, and crafts.
WHERE:
Latham Park, across from Lincoln Public Library
WHEN:
7 am-noon
(Saturdays 7 am-noon and Wednesdays 4-6:30 pm)
"Hounds & Handbags" purse sale
SPONSOR:
Humane
Society of Logan County
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
Designer-inspired handbags. Choose from Kate
Spade, Gucci, Dooney & Bourke, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Vera Bradley,
Fendi, Versace, Coach, Marc Jacobs, Chanel, Juicy Couture and
Brighton. Also, authentic Liz, Ralph Lauren and Kathy VanZeeland
bags. Proceeds to the Humane Society of Logan County.
WHERE:
Kroger parking lot
WHEN:
10 am-4 pm
Sunday, May 17
Spring Family Ride
SPONSOR:
Bike Trails
Advisory Council
WHO:
Public, by registration
DETAILS:
Proceeds will support bike paths and recreational trails in Logan
County.
WHERE:
Starts from YMCA Activity Center, 719 Wyatt Ave.
WHEN:
12:30 pm registration; ride starts at 1 pm
Wednesday, May 20
Farmers market
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Farmers Market
WHO:
Public invited
DETAILS:
Vegetables and fruits as they ripen and
mature, baked goods, and crafts.
WHERE:
Latham Park, across from Lincoln Public Library
WHEN:
4-6:30 pm
(Wednesdays 4-6:30 pm and Saturdays 7 am-noon)
Saturday, May 23
Farmers market
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Farmers Market
WHO:
Public invited
DETAILS:
Vegetables and fruits as they ripen and
mature, baked goods, and crafts.
WHERE:
Latham Park, across from Lincoln Public Library
WHEN:
7 am-noon
(Saturdays 7 am-noon and Wednesdays 4-6:30 pm)
Cruise-in
SPONSOR:
Railsplitter
Antique Auto Club
WHO:
Public
DETAILS:
For more information, call 732-3519 or 732-3245.
WHERE:
Downtown Lincoln
WHEN:
5-9 pm
Wednesday, May 27
Farmers market
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Farmers Market
WHO:
Public invited
DETAILS:
Vegetables and fruits as they ripen and
mature, baked goods, and crafts.
WHERE:
Latham Park, across from Lincoln Public Library
WHEN:
4-6:30 pm
(Wednesdays 4-6:30 pm and Saturdays 7 am-noon)
Saturday, May 30
Farmers market
SPONSOR:
Lincoln Farmers Market
WHO:
Public invited
DETAILS:
Vegetables and fruits as they ripen and
mature, baked goods, and crafts.
WHERE:
Latham Park, across from Lincoln Public Library
WHEN:
7 am-noon
(Saturdays 7 am-noon and Wednesdays 4-6:30 pm)
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