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November 2014


Tuesday, Nov. 4

Free 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

American Red Cross blood drive
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Christian University
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See Close up
WHERE: Lincoln Christian University
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Little Listeners Lapsit
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Children 6 mos. thru 2 years with their caregivers
DETAILS: Please choose the Tuesday OR Wednesday session
Registration is required for adequate planning
WHERE: Library Annex
WHEN: 10 a.m.

Book Buddies Story Time
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Children ages 3 and 4 (also age 5 if not in kindergarten)
DETAILS: Please choose the Tuesday OR Wednesday session
Registration is required for adequate planning
WHERE: Library Annex
WHEN: 10 a.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 5

Little Listeners Lapsit
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Children 6 mos. thru 2 years with their caregivers
DETAILS: Please choose the Tuesday OR Wednesday session
Registration is required for adequate planning
WHERE: Library Annex
WHEN: 10 a.m.

Book Buddies Story Time
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Children ages 3 and 4 (also age 5 if not in kindergarten)
DETAILS: Please choose the Tuesday OR Wednesday session
Registration is required for adequate planning
WHERE: Library Annex
WHEN: 10 a.m.

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

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.
WHERE: Steinfort B at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: Noon-1:30 pm

San Jose UMC turkey dinner and bazaar
HOSTED BY: San Jose United Methodist Church Women
WHO: Public
DETAILS:
See article
WHERE: San Jose United Methodist Church
WHEN: 4 p.m. to  7 p.m.

Lincoln College presents "You Can't Take it with You"
HOSTED BY: Lincoln College
WHO: Public/admission charged
DETAILS: See Article
WHERE: Johnston Center for the Performing Arts
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 6 & Friday, Nov. 7

Free bread distribution
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Southern Baptist Church
WHO: Everyone
DETAILS: We give away free bread to anyone who walks in the door, no one is turned away.
WHERE: 777 Feldman Drive, Lincoln
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days

Thursday, Nov. 6

Library Youth Art/Craft classes
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Children ages 8 thru 12
DETAILS: Weekly registration is required for adequate planning
WHERE: Library Annex
WHEN: 10 a.m.

Fill Your Cup Coffee and fellowship
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Church of the Nazarene
WHO: Adult Public
DETAILS: See Close up (First Thursday of the month)
WHERE: Lincoln Church of the Nazerene, Lower Level
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Drive-thru Schnitzel dinner fundraiser
HOSTED BY: LCHS FFA Alumni
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Fundraiser to support FFA Alumni and LCHS FFA projects.  Tickets are available from Angie Bruns at the Edward D. Jones offices located on South Kickapoo Street, or from FFA advisor "Doc" Penny at the high school
WHERE: American Legion Parking lot
WHEN: 4: 30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

"Takes on Nature" Art show opening
HOSTED BY: Logan County Art and Lincoln Art Institute
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See Close up
WHERE: Lincoln Art Institute
WHEN: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Lincoln College presents "You Can't Take it with You"
HOSTED BY: Lincoln College
WHO: Public/admission charged
DETAILS: See Article
WHERE: Johnston Center for the Performing Arts
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 7

CICBC Blood Drive
HOSTED BY: Mount Pulaski High School
WHO: Public
DETAILS:  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  Walk-ins are also welcome and appreciated.
WHERE: 206 South Spring Street, Mount Pulaski
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Lincoln College Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet
HOSTED BY: Lincoln College
WHO: Public/reservation required/admission fee
DETAILS: See article
WHERE: Davidson-Sheffer Gymnasium, Lincoln College Campus
WHEN: 5 p.m.

Palms Grill Dinner Program
HOSTED BY: Atlanta Public Library & Palms Grill
WHO: Public/reservations required
DETAILS: Friday night dinner with special guests speakers.  See Close-up
WHERE:
Palms Grill, Atlanta
WHEN: 5:30 p.m. dinner, 7 p.m. program

Harry Potter Party
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Young Adults - grade leves 6 through 12
DETAILS: Create your own wand, hunt for horcruxes, win house points for the best potion, seek the snitch and enjoy other Potter-themed activities and treats. Please register by calling 732-5732, emailing Melissa at youthlpld@gmail.com  or dropping by the Youth Services desk in the Library Annex. Costumes are welcome!
WHERE:
Library Annex
WHEN:  6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Lincoln College presents "You Can't Take it with You"
HOSTED BY: Lincoln College
WHO: Public/admission charged
DETAILS: See Article
WHERE: Johnston Center for the Performing Arts
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 8

Electronics recycling collection
HOSTED BY: Habitat for Humanity of Logan County
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See Close-up
WHERE: Habitat for Humanity warehouse, 915 Woodlawn Road
WHEN: 9 am-noon

Brainstorming for Allen Chapel
HOSTED BY: Friends of Allen Chapel
DETAILS:  Open to anyone interested in contributing suggestions and/or time to preserving and maintaining Allen Chapel, a church and gathering place for almost 150 years. Contact Rev. Barbara A. Ross at 773-457-3681 with questions or if you are interested but unable to attend.
WHERE:
Allen Chapel, 902 Broadway, Lincoln
WHEN: 10 a.m.

Logan County Democrats meeting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library
WHEN: 10 a.m.

Greenhaven Animal Clinic Open House
HOSTED BY: Greenhaven Animal Clinic
DETAILS:  See Article
WHERE:
30 U.S. Hwy 136, San Jose
WHEN: 3 p.m.

WLLM/WTSG Fundraiser dinner
HOSTED BY: WLLM/WTSG
WHO: Public with suggested donation amount
DETAILS: Lasagna Dinner and silent auction
WHERE: Lincoln Park District Ballroom
WHEN: 5 p.m.

Lincoln College presents "You Can't Take it with You"
HOSTED BY: Lincoln College
WHO: Public/admission charged
DETAILS: See Article
WHERE: Johnston Center for the Performing Arts
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 9

Lincoln College presents "You Can't Take it with You"
HOSTED BY: Lincoln College
WHO: Public/admission charged
DETAILS: See Article
WHERE: Johnston Center for the Performing Arts
WHEN: 2  p.m.

Monday, Nov. 10

Low Vision Support Group
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Our speaker will be Megan from Tazewell County Rehab Center in Morton, IL.
Remember no meetings in December, January and February.
WHERE: Lincoln Christian Church (enter on the north side under the canopy)
WHEN: 1 p.m. to  2 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 11

Free 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

Lincoln Writer's Club
WHO: members and guests
DETAILS: Write about Thanksgiving.  Write a short story in 500 words-three minute fiction. What period of history or the future would you like to visit? Why?, or write on 'perseverance'. For more information, please call, 732-2732.
WHERE: Alumni Room, Meyer-Evans Student Center, Lincoln College
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 12

Free Wellness Check-ups
HOSTED BY: Symphony of Lincoln
WHO: Public
DETAILS: We will check your blood pressure and glucose FREE OF CHARGE.  All public is welcome if you have any question you may call Terra White 217-735-1538
WHERE: Symphony of Lincoln, North Kickapoo, Lincoln
WHEN: 9 a.m. to Noon

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

Prayer in the Park
WHO: Public
DETAILS: If temperatures are 50 degrees or ABOVE the event will be held in Latham Park.  If temperatures are BELOW 50 degrees the event will be held at the iWorship Center, 304 N. McLean Street.  Please park and come in the back (east) door.
WHEN: Noon

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.
WHERE: Steinfort B at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: Noon-1:30 pm

Thursday, Nov. 13

Living History at Lincoln Heritage Museum
HOSTED BY: Lincoln College/Lincoln Heritage Museum
WHO: FREE to the public
DETAILS: See article
WHERE: Lincoln Heritage Museum, Lincoln College Campus
WHEN: 6 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 14

Behind the Scenes at the Atlanta Public Library
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Public/admission charged
DETAILS: See Close up
WHERE: Palm's Grill Cafe, Atlanta
WHEN: 7 p.m..

Saturday, Nov. 15

CICBC Blood Drive
HOSTED BY: St. Mary's Catholic Church, Altanta
WHO: Public
DETAILS:  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  Walk-ins are also welcome and appreciated.
WHERE: 805 Pearl Street, Atlanta
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 17

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.
WHERE: Wombacher Room at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: 11 am-noon

Tuesday, Nov. 18

Free 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

Wednesday, Nov. 19

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

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.
WHERE: Steinfort B at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: Noon-1:30 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, Nov. 20

Caregivers Together
HOSTED BY: The Christian Village
WHO: Caregivers and their families
DETAILS: Recognizing the need caregivers have for support in the challenges they face, the Christian Village offers a caregiver support group, open to all caregivers.

WHERE: Christian Village Senior Apartments, 1500 Seventh St.
WHEN: 1:30-3 pm

Camp and Read Family Reading Night
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Pulbic Library
WHO: Families (geared towards children pre-K thru 5th grade
DETAILS: Enjoy reading in a tent, search for wildlife in the library, create a simple craft, and more! Please register for this event by calling 732-5732, emailing Melissa at youthlpld@gmail.com or dropping by the Youth Services desk in the Library Annex.

WHERE: Library Annex
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 21

CANCELED - Diabetes support group
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: People with diabetes and their support system
DETAILS: This is a one time cancellation. 
The December meeting will take place as previously scheduled.

WHERE: Wombacher Room at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: 11 am-noon

Palms Grill Dinner Program
HOSTED BY: Atlanta Public Library & Palms Grill
WHO: Public/reservations required
DETAILS: Friday night dinner with special guests speakers.  See Close-up
WHERE:
Palms Grill, Atlanta
WHEN: 5:30 p.m. dinner, 7 p.m. program

Saturday, Nov. 22

26th Annual Christmas on Vinegar Hill
HOSTED BY: Mount Pulaski Christmas on Vinegar Hill Committee
WHO: Public
DETAILS: One day only this year, over 30 venues, more than 125 vendors
WHERE:
throughout the city
WHEN: all day beginning at 8 a.m.

Sunday, Nov. 23

Community Thanksgiving Dinner
HOSTED BY: Open Arms Fellowship and Lincoln Mission Mart
WHO: Free to the public/RSVP requested
DETAILS: See Publicity
WHERE:  311 Broadway St., Lincoln
WHEN: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 25

Free 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

Wednesday, Nov. 26

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

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.
WHERE: Steinfort B at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: Noon-1:30 pm

Saturday, Nov. 29

5th Saturday Opry
HOSTED BY: Eagles Lodge
WHO: Public with admission fee
DETAILS: See Close up
WHERE: Eagles Lodge, 1621 N. Kickapoo, Lincoln
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. (show starts at 7 p.m.)
 

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