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June 2014

Thursday, June 12

Free Concussion Screening
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Healthcare Foundation
WHO: All youth athletes, ages 10 & up
REQUIRED FOR ALL INCOMING FRESHMEN ATHLETES
DETAILS: The ImPACT program is a research-based, scientifically proven method of concussion management. The computerized baseline test is facilitated by an Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital Trained Athletic Trainer. (See Flyer)
WHERE: Lincoln Junior High School, Computer Lab, 208 Broadway, Lincoln
WHEN: 9 a.m. to Noon and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Ritchart Petting Zoo
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Public
DETAILS: This event is open to the public and is free of charge. Registration is required for proper planning. Please call 732-5732. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Mount Pulaski Rotary lunch
HOSTED BY: Mount Pulaski Rotary Club
WHO: Approved, dues-paying members
DETAILS: Weekly lunch
(More information)
WHERE: TBA
WHEN: Noon-1 pm

Arts & Crafts at the library
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Children ages 8 to 12
DETAILS: Enjoy creating cool crafts, each week a different project. Registration is required for adequate planning and is on a week-by-week basis. Please call 732-5732 for details.
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 2 p.m.

Grief support group
HOSTED BY: Memorial Home Services Hospice
WHO: Those who have experienced a loss.
DETAILS: Losing a loved one is difficult. Dealing with feelings of grief and sorrow can be overwhelming in the midst of a loss. Our grief support group offers a private setting for individuals to share, discuss feelings, receive support and offer comfort to others who have shared a similar experience. Attendance is free and open to the public. No appointment or sign-up is necessary. All are welcome to come, share and receive support.
WHERE: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: 5-6:30 pm

Friday-Sunday, June 13-15

Humane Society garage sale
HOSTED BY: Humane Society of Logan County
WHO: Public
DETAILS: (See article.)
WHERE: Logan County Fairgrounds
WHEN: TBA

Friday, June 13

Chip in for Kids Golf Scramble
HOSTED BY: The Center for Youth and Family Solutions
WHO: Public
DETAILS: (See Publicity)
WHERE: Elks Country Club in Lincoln
WHEN: 11 a.m. registration with noon shot gun start

Saturday, June 14

Lincoln Farmer's Market
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Farmer's Market
WHO: Public
DETAILS: (See publicity.)
WHERE: Scully Park
WHEN: 7 am-noon

Blade's Cut-a-thon for St. Jude's
HOSTED BY: Blade's Hair and Nail Salon
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Hair-cuts as well as express facials, manicures and pedicures will be available. Call ahead for an appointment or walk-ins welcome. All proceeds will be sent to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
WHERE: Blade's Hair and Nail Salon
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Electronics recycling collection
HOSTED BY: Habitat for Humanity of Logan County
WHO: Public
DETAILS: http://www.habitatlogan.org/Events.html
WHERE: Habitat for Humanity warehouse, 915 Woodlawn Road
WHEN: 9 am-noon

Glass recycling collection
HOSTED BY: Logan County Joint Solid Waste Agency, Lincoln Woman's Club and Verallia Saint-Gobain Containers
WHO: Open to public
DETAILS: Only container glass (originally held a food or beverage item) will be accepted. Clear glass as well as amber, green and blue will be accepted. Unacceptable items include ceramics, dishware, light bulbs, linear fluorescent lights, window glass and mirrors. Glass preparation: Rinse all containers thoroughly. Remove ALL metal and plastic lids and rings from the container. Labels may be left on the containers. The glass recycling program reserves the right to refuse any glass that does not meet preparation guidelines. FOR SAFETY REASONS, NO BROKEN GLASS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Collection will be canceled in case of inclement weather. The Logan County Joint Solid Waste Agency DOES NOT accept glass at any of its collection sites.
WHERE: Logan County Fairgrounds, main entrance
WHEN: 9 am-noon

Flag Burning Ceremony
HOSTED BY: American Legion Post # 263
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See Close up
WHERE: In the lot behind the Legion building
WHEN: 9:30 a.m.

Rt. 66 Ribs & Rides Cruise-In
HOSTED BY: Atlanta Betterment Fund
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Cruise-in and barbecue cook-off and bicycle parade
(See article.)
WHERE: Downtown Atlanta
WHEN: 10 am-4 pm

Hartsburg Firefighter Fundraiser
HOSTED BY: Hartsburg Fire Department
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Pork Chop or Hot Dog lunch served with baked beans, potato salad and dessert. Kids activities and raffles. Money raised will be used toward the purchase of fireman gear and EMS equipment.
WHERE: Hartsburg Fire House
WHEN: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Sunday, June 15

LAMS concert in the park
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Area Music Society
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See Publicity
WHERE: Latham Park Bandstand
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Monday, June 16

Ready Readers Story Time
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Children ages 5 to 7
DETAILS: Enjoy stories, and book-related activities and crafts. Registration is required for proper planning. Please call 732-5732.
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 2 p.m.

LCGHS June Meeting
HOSTED BY: Logan County Genealogical & Historical Society
WHO: Members & Public
DETAILS: Leonard Krusemark of Emden, Illinois, will be the speaker (See Close up)
WHERE: 114 N Chicago St., Lincoln
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, June 17

Blood pressure screenings
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Free blood pressure screenings are available every Tuesday.
WHERE: Wombacher Room at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: 9 am-noon

Book buddies Story Time
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Children ages 3 to 4.
DETAILS: Enjoy stories, and book-related activities and crafts. Registration is required for proper planning. Please call 732-5732.
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 10 a.m.

Little Listeners Lapsit Story Time
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Children ages 6 mos. to 2 yrs.
DETAILS: Enjoy stories, songs, finger plays and more. Registration is required for proper planning. Please call 732-5732.
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 10 a.m.

Wednesday, June 18

Breastfeeding support group
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: New mothers
DETAILS: Breastfeeding support group meets weekly. Participants weigh their babies and have an opportunity to share stories and ask questions of a certified lactation consultant. Bring your lunch.
http://www.almh.org/About-ALMH/News/NewsDetail.aspx?id=306
WHERE: Steinfort B at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: Noon-1:30 pm

Lincoln Rotary Club meeting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Rotary Club
WHO: Rotary members
DETAILS: Weekly meeting
WHERE: Lincoln American Legion, 1740 Fifth St.
WHEN: Noon

Red Cross Blood Drive
HOSTED BY: American Red Cross and Lincoln Park District
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See Close up
WHERE: Lincoln Park District, Railer Way, Lincoln
WHEN: Noon to 5 p.m.

Hot Topics for Seniors session two
HOSTED BY: Young Professionals of Logan County
WHO: Senior Citizens
DETAILS: Join the Young Professionals of Logan County as they continue their “Hot Topics for Seniors” summer seminar series. The second topic of these “quality of life” seminars will be Estate Planning & Power of Attorney presented by Blinn Bates of Wood & Bates.
WHERE: Castle Manor, 1550 Castle Manor Drive, Lincoln: Logan County Room, First Floor
WHEN: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

ALMH Diabetic Class
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: Public/registration required
DETAILS: If you’re diabetic and looking to lead a healthier lifestyle, Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital is offering a popular class that is covered by insurance. There are two sessions available. Each session includes four, two-hour classes. Classes will meet through July 23. (See article)
WHERE: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital, Baldridge Education Room
WHEN: 2 p.m. & 6 p.m.

Lincoln Farmer's Market
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Farmer's Market
WHO: Public
DETAILS: (See publicity.)
WHERE: Scully Park
WHEN: 2:30-5:30 pm

Railsplitter Coin Club meeting
HOSTED BY: Railsplitter Coin Club
WHO: Open to everyone
DETAILS: Monthly meeting on the third Wednesday of each month
WHERE: Friendship Manor, meeting room
Entry to the meeting room is through the side door of the visitor parking lot.
WHEN: 7-9 pm

Thursday, June 19

Richard Landry, Comedy Magician
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Public
DETAILS: This event is open to the public and is free of charge. Registration is required for proper planning. Please call 732-5732. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Mount Pulaski Rotary lunch
HOSTED BY: Mount Pulaski Rotary Club
WHO: Approved, dues-paying members
DETAILS: Weekly lunch
(More information)
WHERE: TBA
WHEN: Noon-1 pm

Caregivers Together
HOSTED BY: The Christian Village
WHO: Caregivers and their families
DETAILS: (See introductory article from last year.) (See publicity.)
WHERE: Christian Village Senior Apartments, 1500 Seventh St.
WHEN: 1:30-3 pm

Friday, Saturday, & Sunday June 20 - 22

Middletown Homecoming
WHO: Public
DETAILS: This year's theme: The Nifty Fifties - 57 years since 1957" (See Publicity)
WHERE: Middletown
WHEN: Activities begin Friday evening at 5 p.m.

Friday, June 20

Diabetes support group
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: People with diabetes and their support system
DETAILS: Diabetes support group meets monthly on the third Friday. Free educational session. Participants have the opportunity to share stories and ask questions of a certified diabetes educator. More information available at www.almh.org.
WHERE: Wombacher Room at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: 11 am-noon

Lincoln D.A.R.E. Golf outing
HOSTED BY: Lincoln D.A.R.E.
WHO: Public
DETAILS: (see PUBLICITY)
WHERE: Wombacher Room at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: 11 am-noon

Saturday, June 21

Lincoln Farmer's Market
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Farmer's Market
WHO: Public
DETAILS: (See publicity.)
WHERE: Scully Park
WHEN: 7 am-noon

Spring Coin Show
HOSTED BY: Railsplitter Coin Club
WHO: Open to everyone
DETAILS: Coin show will feature U.S. coins and paper money, gold, silver and commemorative issues.
WHERE: Jefferson Street Christian Church Fellowship Hall
Entry to the Fellowship Hall is off the parking lot that faces the park.
WHEN: 9 am-4 pm

OACF Fundraising Auction & BBQ
HOSTED BY: Open Arms Christian Fellowship
WHO: Open to everyone
DETAILS: Fundraiser to benefit Royal Rangers boys program (See publicity)
WHERE: 311 Broadway Street, Lincoln
WHEN: Noon to 4 p.m.

Sunday, June 22

LAMS concert in the park
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Area Music Society
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See Publicity
WHERE: Latham Park Bandstand
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Monday, June 23

Tuesday, June 24

Annual Chicken Supper
HOSTED BY: St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Emden
WHO: Public
DETAILS: The menu will include: fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, noodles, green beans, salads, rolls, pie and drink. Cost is donation. Carry-outs will be available. The funds generated from this even are used for various projects of the women of the church.
WHERE: 120 Market Street, Emden
WHEN: 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, June 25

Lincoln Rotary Club meeting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Rotary Club
WHO: Rotary members
DETAILS: Weekly meeting
WHERE: Lincoln American Legion, 1740 Fifth St.
WHEN: Noon

Hot Topics for Seniors session three
HOSTED BY: Young Professionals of Logan County
WHO: Senior Citizens
DETAILS: Join the Young Professionals of Logan County as they continue their “Hot Topics for Seniors” summer seminar series. The third topic of these “quality of life” seminars will be Insurance & Identity Theft Protection presented by Nathan Whiteman of Evolve Group.
WHERE: Castle Manor, 1550 Castle Manor Drive, Lincoln: Logan County Room, First Floor
WHEN: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Lincoln Farmer's Market
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Farmer's Market
WHO: Public
DETAILS: (See publicity.)
WHERE: Scully Park
WHEN: 2:30-5:30 pm

Thursday, June 26

Elsenpeter Marionettes
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Enjoy a marionette production of Beauty and the Beast. This event is open to the public and is free of charge. Registration is required for proper planning. Please call 732-5732. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

CICBC Blood Drive
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: Public
DETAILS: As a Thank-you all donors will receive a free Summer Holiday Tee-shirt.
For your convenience, please call the blood center toll-free to sign up at 1-866-GIVE-BLD or schedule an appointment online at www.bloodcenterimpact.org
WHERE: ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive, Lincoln
WHEN: 9 a.m. to Noon

Mount Pulaski Rotary lunch
HOSTED BY: Mount Pulaski Rotary Club
WHO: Approved, dues-paying members
DETAILS: Weekly lunch
WHERE: TBA
WHEN: Noon-1 pm

Friday, June 27

Drive-thru Chicken Dinner Fireworks Fundraiser
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Park District
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See publicity
WHERE: American Legion parking lot
WHEN: 4:30 to 7 p.m.

"Pimp Your Paws" pizza party
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library District
WHO: Teens
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library
WHEN: 6 pm

Saturday, June 28

Lincoln Farmer's Market
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Farmer's Market
WHO: Public
DETAILS: (See publicity.)
WHERE: Scully Park
WHEN: 7 am-noon

Sunday, June 29

LAMS concert in the park
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Area Music Society
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See Publicity
WHERE: Latham Park Bandstand
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Monday, June 30

CICBC Blood Drive
HOSTED BY: Faith Lutheran Church
WHO: Public
DETAILS: As a Thank-you all donors will receive a free Summer Holiday Tee-shirt.
For your convenience, please call the blood center toll-free to sign up at 1-866-GIVE-BLD or schedule an appointment online at www.bloodcenterimpact.org
WHERE: 2320 North Kickapoo Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Relay For Life meetings
HOSTED BY: Relay For Life of Logan County
WHO: Committee and team members
DETAILS: (See article.)
WHERE: Lincoln Christian Church
WHEN: Committee meeting at 6 pm, team meeting at 7 pm

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