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Barbara Stroud-Borth, a retired pastor, has wanted to bring the
beautiful imported, handmade crafts to Christmas on Vinegar Hill
since she moved to Mount Pulaski 5 1/2 years ago. The items are
ordered on consignment, so she is hoping to have nothing to send
back.
The goal of the people from SERRV has long been to help poor
people work to get out of poverty in many countries. Receiving a
fair wage for their crafts helps them feed their families and send
their children to school.
Everyone is invited to come find a Christmas present from among the
Nativity sets, ornaments, baskets, jewelry, musical instruments,
puzzles, baskets, fair trade coffee and Divine Chocolate.
 Lincoln
Jaycees Angel Tree project under way now
The annual Lincoln Jaycees Angel Tree is under
way. The Angel Tree is a project to help the less fortunate children of
Logan County. Tags with these children's names are placed on "Angel Trees"
around the county. Employees or customers then pick a child from the names
on the tree and buy them gifts. The Lincoln Jaycees distribute these gifts
to the families in time for Christmas. The public can find the Angel Trees at
the following locations: Cracker Barrel, ALMH cafeteria, CEFCU,
Blades Hair Salon, Illini Bank, Daisy's Hair and Nail Salon, and
State Bank of Lincoln. Trees are also located at Eaton, Family
Medical Center, Verallia, Sysco and International Paper for their
employees.
Gifts need returned to businesses by Dec. 10.
The Lincoln Jaycees purchase gifts to go with any names not
picked from the trees. If you would like to make a monetary
donation, send it to: Lincoln Jaycees, P.O. Box 254, Lincoln, IL
62656.
Gift pickup will be at the Lincoln Jaycees Center, 325 S. Chicago
St., on Dec. 15, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m.
The Lincoln Jaycees are a not-for-profit organization serving
Lincoln and the surrounding communities. The Lincoln Jaycees give
young people between the ages of 18 and 40 the tools they need to
build the bridges of success for themselves in the areas of business
development, management skills, individual training, community
service and international connections. Membership meetings are on
the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lincoln Jaycees
Center, 325 S. Chicago St., and are open to everyone.
Society
to host program on local transit line Monday
The Logan County Genealogical and Historical Society's November
membership program will be on Monday, beginning at 6:30 p.m., at 114
N. Chicago St. in Lincoln.
Dale Jenkins, president of the Illinois Traction Society, will
present a program on the Illinois Terminal Railroad, known as the
interurban rail system, that connected small communities in central
Illinois with each other and, ultimately, with St. Louis, Mo. The
system, in place from 1895 to 1981, was unique in that it used an
electric rail.
While covering the history and features of the system, Jenkins'
program will focus mainly on a line that ran through the Logan
County towns of Union, Lincoln and Elkhart. The information will
include pictures and background on the depot in Union, which is one
of only two IT depots that still stand as reminders of the old
line's trail.
Main
Street Lincoln presents Christmas parade and holiday fun in historic
downtown Lincoln
Main Street Lincoln invites the public to
enjoy historic downtown Lincoln throughout the holiday season. With the
height of the holiday season fast approaching, downtown businesses are
readying for shoppers.
Nov. 24 is nationally recognized as
Small Business Saturday. This event falls between Black Friday and
Cyber Monday and is dedicated to supporting small business in our
communities. Shoppers are encouraged to continue their power
shopping of Black Friday in downtown Lincoln, finding specials and
bargains throughout.
On Nov 29, Main Street Lincoln and the city of Lincoln co-sponsor
the annual Christmas parade. This year's theme is "Sending Holiday
Greetings to Your Loved Ones" to honor the 100th anniversary of the
Lincoln post office. Entries are being accepted through Nov. 23. The
parade will kick off at 5:30 p.m. and take the same route as
previous years. Prizes in many categories will be given. Following
the parade, the Oasis Senior Center will host a chili and soup
supper, along with craft items available, and Mr. Claus will be on
hand for the children.
Throughout December, historic downtown Lincoln will be alive with
the hustle and bustle of shopping and holiday cheer. Santa will make
appearances throughout downtown Dec. 8, 15 and 22, with exact
locations to be announced soon. Shoppers can enjoy the convenience
and pride of shopping locally.
Main Street Lincoln, a volunteer-driven organization, is pleased
to participate in the holiday shopping season, promoting our
eateries, antique stores, thrift stores, one-of-a-kind shops, night
life and entertainment, along with plenty of services and
businesses.
For more information on any of these events, the Main Street
Lincoln organization can be reached at 217-732-2929 or
manager@mainstreetlincoln.com. Also, information and business
specials are available online at
https://www.facebook.com/MainStreetLincoln.
Join Open Arms Christian Fellowship for a Thanksgiving feast Sunday
Pastor Larry Crawford and the congregation of the Open Arms Christian
Fellowship invite the public to join them for a Thanksgiving feast on
Sunday.
The meal will be offered free of charge to anyone who wishes to attend. The
church is at 311 Broadway St. in Lincoln. Serving will begin at 5 p.m.
Women's
Thankoffering Sunday at Immanuel
Sunday will be observed as
Women's Thankoffering Sunday at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Thankoffering donations that the women
collect are used for special ministries, including programs for
children in crisis; anti-racism education; funds for the Women of
the ELCA scholarship committee, which helps women all over the
country complete their higher education, change careers or grow in
leadership; Lutheran World Relief; Lutheran Disaster Response; World
Day of Prayer; and ministries of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in
America, such as World Hunger and Global Mission.
Women will conduct the morning worship
service, with Marilyn Weingarz, S.A.M., preaching.
Girl Scouts and Marines host Toys for Tots drive Saturday
Lincoln Girl Scout Troop 6053 and the Marine Corps will host a
Toys for Tots toy drive outside the Wal-Mart store on Lincoln's west
side Saturday, Nov. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The girls would appreciate anyone who wishes to donate a new,
unwrapped toy for either a boy or a girl.
The Toys for Tots
campaign will benefit local children this Christmas season by
providing them with a gift under their tree.
As Christmastime approaches, the Marines will host a day of
giving when parents can receive gifts to wrap and put under the
tree. More information on the distribution day will be published at
a later date.
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Online: Toys for Tots
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Elkhart
Historical Society announces December events
ELKHART -- Elkhart
Historical Society's annual Candlelight Chapel Service at St. John the
Baptist Chapel will be on Saturday, Dec. 1, at 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 5:30 p.m. and
8 p.m. Dining options are available before or after the services:
Make your service reservations by
calling 217-947-2238; then go to the Elkhart Historical Society
website,
www.elkharthistoricalsociety.org, and download a
reservation form, or stop by Horsefeathers in Elkhart to pick up
a form. Reservations are limited.
Dinner reservation forms are also
available at
www.elkharthistoricalsociety.org.
On Friday, Dec. 7, at 7 p.m., the
Elkhart Historical Society will present a book signing for
"Lincoln's Ladder to the Presidency: The Eighth Judicial Circuit" at
Horsefeathers in Elkhart. Refreshments will be served.
Lincoln experts have called this new book superb,
richly detailed and an effective lesson in the importance of political
networking. This is the perfect time to obtain a signed copy of Guy Fraker's new
book just in time for Christmas giving. Further information regarding the author
and his book is available at
www.lincolnsladder.com.
"Lincoln"
movie premieres in Lincoln at Lincoln Theater 4
Lincoln Theater 4 will present Steven
Spielberg's latest epic, "Lincoln," beginning on Nov. 16. This movie, which
was more than 10 years in the making, stars Daniel Day-Lewis as U.S.
President Abraham Lincoln and Sally Field as Mary Todd Lincoln. Evening
shows and activities are planned for opening night, allowing the community
named for Lincoln by Lincoln to come out and enjoy history as it comes alive
on the big screen. The star-studded cast also includes Tommy Lee Jones, Hal Holbrook
and John Hawkes, the latter portraying Robert Latham. Robert Latham
was an original developer of the town of Lincoln, working side by
side with Lincoln during the plotting of the town and its
christening. Latham was also one of the primary developers of
Lincoln College, and the town of Latham in Logan County bears his
name. His portrait is located in the rotunda of the historic Logan
County Courthouse, along with the other founding fathers.
The film
is based on "Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham
Lincoln," a biography by Doris Kearns Goodwin. The movie covers a
four-month period at the end of Lincoln's life as the president
attempts to get Congress to pass the 13th Amendment, abolishing
slavery. The film's release coincides with the 150th anniversary of
the issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation.
The opening night of "Lincoln" in Lincoln will be a grand
red-carpet affair, as moviegoers attending the 5 p.m. show are
greeted by Lincoln and the Lady, portrayed by Chris Hotz and Deborah
Senger of Timeless Presentations. Timeless Presentations was created
in 2008 by the two of them, originally as Abe and Mary Lincoln,
featuring walks, step-on tours, presentations and appearances as an
avenue to provide historic entertainment for central Illinois.
Together they share a striking resemblance to the famous couple and
will greet guests entering the historic Lincoln Theater 4. Everyone
is invited to dress in period attire, and photo opportunities will
be available with President Lincoln and the first lady along the red
carpet prior to entering the theater to enjoy the movie. Lincoln and
the Lady will also be on hand to greet guests and for photos prior
to the 8 p.m. showing.
Lincoln Theater 4 was built in 1923 and has had multiple owners
over the years until Lincoln native David Lanterman purchased it in
January 2011. The largest of the four theaters seats about 175, with
the others approximately 130. Lanterman has been busy changing the
theater technology from 35-millimeter film into a digital format,
which was completed in March.
Patrons of the Nov. 16 showing at Lincoln Theater 4 can receive
information that night detailing the unique connection of Abraham
Lincoln to the city of Lincoln and can obtain special gift offers
courtesy of the Lincoln Heritage Museum and Postville Courthouse.
Lincoln Heritage Museum will also hand out information regarding
an event on Nov. 28. As a follow-up to the weekend premiere of the
movie's release, there will be an opportunity to further explore the
film's historical merit and accuracy. Local Abraham Lincoln
historians Paul Beaver, Ron Keller and Anne Suttles will present a
panel discussion on Nov. 28 at 7 p.m. at the museum for a reflection
and discussion of the "Lincoln" film. This question-and-answer
session will give moviegoers an opportunity to discuss and dissect
this film masterpiece. The panel discussion will be free and open to
the public.
"Lincoln" showtimes of 2 p.m., 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. will be
highlighted in local media listings and at Lincoln Theater 4 online
at www.lincolntheater4.com.
For additional information, contact the Abraham Lincoln Tourism
Bureau of Logan County at 217-732-8687 or
admin@abe66.com.
Humane
Society of Logan County offers holiday cookie trays
Planning holiday parties or
looking for gifts to give special friends or relatives? Let the Humane
Society of Logan County do your holiday baking. HSLC is once again taking
orders for holiday cookie trays. Each tray will contain three dozen fancy
holiday cookies with a variety of at least 12 different kinds of cookies. The cost is still only $15 per tray.
Larger trays are also available.
To place your orders, call Adrienne at
217-732-1979. The deadline for placing orders is Dec. 1.
Orders can be picked up on Dec. 8
at Graue Inc., 1905 N. Kickapoo St., from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
All proceeds benefit the Humane
Society of Logan County.
City
of Lincoln leaf pickup dates announced
The city of Lincoln will
provide leaf pickup services for residents again this year. Pickup days will
be by ward and will run beginning next week through Dec. 3. Only biodegradable bags of leaves will
be picked up. Bags must be at the curb by 7 a.m. each day.
Leaf pickup dates:
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Ward 1 -- Oct. 29, Nov. 9, Nov.
21
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Ward 2 -- Oct. 31, Nov. 13,
Nov. 26
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Ward 3 -- Nov. 2, Nov. 14, Nov.
28
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Ward 4 -- Nov. 5, Nov. 16, Nov.
30
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Ward 5
-- Nov. 7, Nov. 19, Dec. 3
For those who wish to bring their
leaves directly to the landscape waste facility, it is currently
open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. until 3:50 p.m. for all
landscape waste. This will continue until Nov. 21.
On Nov. 24 the facility will return
to regular hours: Wednesday and Saturdays, 8 a.m.-3:50 p.m.
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