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July 2015

Friday, July 10

Friday Workshop at the Library
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Children, All ages
DETAILS: use library materials to create the project of the week or to develop your own unique work of art. Drop in style, no registration required
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

"Our Town" celebration in Mount Pulaski
HOSTED BY: Mount Pulaski courthouse Foundation and City of Mount Pulaski
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See Article
WHERE: Mount Pulaski Courthouse Square
WHEN: 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Saturday, July 11

2nd Saturday Market at the Mill on 66
HOSTED BY: Route 66 Heritage Foundation of Logan County
WHO: Public
DETAILS: A variety of flea market items, crafts, specialty products, antiques and Mill t-shirts
WHERE: 738 S. Washington Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Benefit Run (Ride) for the Dave Tackett family
HOSTED BY: 217 Roadhouse Bar & Grill
WHO: Public
DETAILS: All bikes, Jeeps, Vets, and anyone who want to go. Also 1st Anniversary of the 217 Roadhouse. Following the ride will be food, volleyball, bags, drinks and fun. Music with the Mikey Horn band at 8 p.m.
WHERE: Atlanta
WHEN: 9 a.m. kick-stands up at 11 a.m.

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 a.m. to Noon

Glass recycling collection (May thru Oct)
HOSTED BY: LCJSW, Lincoln Woman's Club & Ardagh Group
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See Close up
WHERE: Logan County Fair Grounds - Main Gate Entry
WHEN: 9 a.m. to Noon

Logan County Democrats
HOSTED BY: Logan County Democrats
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See Close up
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library
WHEN: 10 a.m.

Latham Firefighters 66th Annual Ice Cream Social
HOSTED BY: Latham Firefighters
WHO: Public all ages
DETAILS: Registration for car & Antique Tractor Show starts 11:00 A.M., Jr, Olymic games 2:00 P.M., Jr kids pedal pull 4:00 P.M., Tennessee Borderline Band 5:00 P.M.to 8:00 P M.,Fire fighters Large Prize Drawings 8:30 P.M. . Food serving starts at 12 noon with merchant prizes given all day with tickets given free with food purchases
WHERE: Latham Firehouse, 271 N/ Main, Latham
WHEN: Noon to 8:30 p.m.

Sunday, July 12

No events on the calendar

Monday, July 13

Low Vision Support Group
HOSTED BY: Low Vision Support Group
WHO: Public
DETAILS: The guest speaker will be Kay Chambers of the State of Illinois Department of Rehabilitation
WHERE: Lincoln Christian Church, Enter the door under the canopy
WHEN: 1 p.m.

Ready Reader's Story Time
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Children ages 5 to 7 years
DETAILS: Children enjoy stories, music, crafts and other hands-on learning activities.
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 2 p.m.

CICBC Blood Drive
HOSTED BY: Faith Lutheran Church
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: 2320 North Kickapoo Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Tuesday, July 14

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 years
DETAILS: Children enjoy stories, music, crafts and other hands-on learning activities.
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 10 a.m.

Little Listeners Story Time
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Children ages 6 mos. to 2 years
DETAILS: Caregivers and our youngest patrons are invited to enjoy story time.
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 10 a.m.

Lincoln Writer's club monthly meeting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Writer's Club
WHO: Members and guests
DETAILS: Suggested topics: Memorable 4th of July, first item you saved money to buy, how your parents met, how you met your spouse, or favorite TV show and why. For more information, please call 732-2723.
WHERE: Alumni Room, Meyer-Evans Student Center, Lincoln College
WHEN: 6:0 p.m.

Wednesday, July 15

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

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: Lincoln Park District
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See Article
WHERE: 1400 Railer Way, Lincoln
WHEN: Noon to 5 p.m.

Quarter Auction to benefit Veteran's Celebration
HOSTED BY: Veteran's Celebration Committee, St. John's UCC
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Proceeds will support the annual veterans celebration. The Veterans Celebration will be held on Sunday, November 8, 2015 and the committee is currently accepting donations from both individuals or businesses to help with the cost of the celebration. Contact Perry Hahn at 217-732-7968 for more information.
WHERE: Lincoln VFW, Fifth Street
WHEN: 5:30 p.m.

HSLC General Membership meeting
HOSTED BY: Humane Society of Logan County
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See Close up
WHERE: Trinity Episcopal Church, 402 Peking, Lincoln
WHEN: 6:3 p.m.

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, July 16

Summer Reading Event
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: All ages
DETAILS: Musical Fun with Rick Rayburn
Please register by calling 732-5732
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 10 a.m.

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

Explorer Club at the Library
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Children ages 8 to 12
DETAILS: Children enjoy exciting hands-on activities that focus on exploring science, art, technology and more.
Please register by calling 732-5732.
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 2 p.m.

Friday, July 17

Back to School rummage and goodie sale
HOSTED BY: Atlanta United Methodist Women
WHO: Public
TOPIC: See Close-up
WHERE: Atlanta United Methodist Church, 2nd and Race Sts. in Atlanta
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Diabetes support group
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: People with diabetes and their support system
TOPIC: Beat the Heat
WHERE: Wombacher Room at ALMH, 200 Stahlhut Drive
WHEN: 11 am-noon

"LCT an Encore!"
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Community theater
WHO: Public/Free admission with donations accepted
DETAILS: See Close up
WHERE: Johnston Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln College
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 18

Fine Art Fair
HOSTED BY: Logan County Alliance/Lincoln Logan County Chamber of Commerce
WHO: Adult Public
DETAILS: TBA
WHERE: Latham park, Lincoln
WHEN: TBA

Art of Wine & Brew
HOSTED BY: Young Professionals Network
WHO: Adult Public
DETAILS: TBA
WHERE: Pekin Street at Latham Park
WHEN: TBA

7th Annual Family Fun Day
HOSTED BY: Open Arms Christian Fellowship
WHO: Public/families
DETAILS: TBA
WHERE: Scully Park, Lincoln
WHEN: TBA

Logan County Democrats Chicken Dinner
HOSTED BY: Logan County Democrats
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See Close up
WHERE: American Legion Post 263, Lincoln
WHEN: 5 p.m.

Sunday, July 19

Fine Art Fair
HOSTED BY: Logan County Alliance/Lincoln Logan County Chamber of Commerce
WHO: Adult Public
DETAILS: TBA
WHERE: Latham park, Lincoln
WHEN: TBA

Art of Wine & Brew
HOSTED BY: Young Professionals Network
WHO: Adult Public
DETAILS: TBA
WHERE: Pekin Street at Latham Park
WHEN: TBA

Monday, July 20

FORE! ALMH Golf Outing
RESCHEDULED FROM JUNE 26
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: Public with paid registration
WHERE: Lincoln Elks Golf Course
WHEN: 9 a.m.

Tuesday, July 21

Wednesday, July 22

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

Thursday, July 23

Summer Reading Event
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: All ages
DETAILS: Enjoy hilarious fun with puppets, music, and more
Please register by calling 732-5732
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 10 a.m.

Friday, July 24

Red Cross Blood Drive
HOSTED BY: American Legion Post 447
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See Article
WHERE: American Legion Post 447, Mount Pulaski
WHEN: 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Line Dancing at the Library
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Grades 6 to 12
DETAILS: Beginners welcome
Please register by calling 732-5732
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 25

No events on the calendar

Sunday, July 26

No events on the calendar

Monday, July 27

No events on the calendar

Tuesday, July 28

Wednesday, July 29

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

Thursday, July 30

No events on the calendar

Friday, July 31

No events on the calendar

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