Standing outside looking into the front window of the Lincoln Art Institute, it is easy to see that Open Easel Night at the Institute was a great success. The show opened Thursday evening with a reception. The artwork on display represented almost every artistic medium. There were also several new artists who took advantage of the open invitation to display their works. The art will remain on display for the next few weeks. If you didn't make it out Thursday night, be sure to drop in sometime soon.

Photo by Curt Fox   (click on image for larger version)

The American Legion Auxiliary Unit #263 recently sponsored their annual Americanism Essay Contest. The topic of the essays was “What new Amendment should be added to the U. S. Constitution?” The first place winner this year was Noah Butler of Zion Lutheran School.

Photo by Zion Lutheran School  (Click on image to enlarge)

The Zonta Club of Lincoln sponsored the March blood drive and provided sandwiches and cookies for donors. Eighteen prospective donors attended, including Zonta Club members Susan Harmon and Caroline Higgins, and three Zonta family members.

The Central Illinois Community Blood Center (CICBC) drive is held in Lincoln the first Wednesday of every month at the Lincoln Park District, 1400 Primm Road, Lincoln. Hours for donations are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 Photos and text submitted by Lisa Kramer  (Click on image for larger version)

Hornets guard Gerald Henderson (9) goes up for a shot against Chicago Bulls forward Pau Gasol (16) during the second half at Time Warner Cable Arena. The Hornets defeated 101-91.

Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports      (click on picture for larger image)

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