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December 2016
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Thursday, December 1
6:30 p.m. Lincoln Christmas Parade
See article in Lincoln
Daily News
Santa will be in the new Chamber offices
Christmas in the Chapel
HOSTED BY: Lincoln
Christian University
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: Enjoy a time of warmth, humor, and some of the most
unforgettable songs of the season as the LCU Chorale presents the
Christmas story for family members of all ages.Bring your family and
friends to what has become a seasonal tradition for almost 30
years.Go to lincolnchristian.edu/christmas for more information and
to print the ticket request form
WHERE: Lincoln Christian University, Hargrove Chapel
WHEN:
7 p.m.
Emblem Club #443 Monthly meeting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln
Elks Lodge
WHO: Members and anyone interested in joining
DETAILS: The Lincoln Emblem Club meets monthly on the first Thrusday
of the month. Meetings are held at the Lincoln Elks Ballroom at 7
p.m. New members are always welcome. Contact club president
Judy Smith at 217-732-3788.
WHERE: Lincoln Elks Lodge
WHEN:
7 p.m.
Friday, December 2
Christmas Around the World
HOSTED BY:
Christian Village
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Hop aboard the train and tour the world of Christmas.
Experience an incredible and enchanting world of nativity scenes,
trees, decorations, food tastings and learning about customs and
traditions of different regions of the world. Santa will also
be paying a visit!
WHERE: The Christian Village, 1507 7th Street, Lincoln
WHEN:
5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
"Improv Mafia" fundraiser for LCHS Thespian
Society
HOSTED BY: LCHS Thespian Society
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: See story in Lincoln
Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Community High School Auditorium
WHEN:
6:30 p.m.
Christmas in the Chapel
HOSTED BY: Lincoln
Christian University
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: Enjoy a time of warmth, humor, and some of the most
unforgettable songs of the season as the LCU Chorale presents the
Christmas story for family members of all ages.Bring your family and
friends to what has become a seasonal tradition for almost 30
years.Go to lincolnchristian.edu/christmas for more information and
to print the ticket request form
WHERE: Lincoln Christian University, Hargrove Chapel
WHEN:
7 p.m.
Lincoln College Choirs Present: Journey
Through the 80’s
HOSTED BY: Lincoln College
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: See story in Lincoln
Daily News
WHERE: Johnston Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln College
WHEN:
7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 3
Trim the Tree party at the Lincoln Public
Library
HOSTED BY: Lincoln
Public Library
WHO: Children and Teens
DETAILS: Help us celebrate the holiday season by creating
unique ornaments to decorate the tree in our display window! Every
participant will also be able to take one of their creations home
for their own tree. Please register for this FREE event by calling
732-5732 or emailing
youthlpld@gmail.com.
WHERE: Library Annex
WHEN: 10 a.m. to Noon
Christmas in the Chapel
HOSTED BY: Lincoln
Christian University
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: Enjoy a time of warmth, humor, and some of the most
unforgettable songs of the season as the LCU Chorale presents the
Christmas story for family members of all ages.Bring your family and
friends to what has become a seasonal tradition for almost 30
years.Go to lincolnchristian.edu/christmas for more information and
to print the ticket request form
WHERE: Lincoln Christian University, Hargrove Chapel
WHEN:
10 a.m.
Community Christmas - Free luncheon
HOSTED BY: Community Action
Partnership of Central Illinois
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See article in
Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Banquet Center, 201 Madigan Drive, Lincoln
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Christmas in the Chapel
HOSTED BY: Lincoln
Christian University
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: Enjoy a time of warmth, humor, and some of the most
unforgettable songs of the season as the LCU Chorale presents the
Christmas story for family members of all ages. Bring your family and
friends to what has become a seasonal tradition for almost 30
years. Go to lincolnchristian.edu/christmas for more information and
to print the ticket request form
WHERE: Lincoln Christian University, Hargrove Chapel
WHEN:
2:30 p.m.
6 p.m. - New Holland
Christmas Parade
See
advertisement in Lincoln Daily News
“The Nation’s Choice”
HOSTED BY: Lincoln
College/Lincoln Heritage Museum
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: See story in Lincoln
Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Heritage Museum, Lincoln College
WHEN:
6 p.m.
Christmas in the Chapel
HOSTED BY: Lincoln
Christian University
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: Enjoy a time of warmth, humor, and some of the most
unforgettable songs of the season as the LCU Chorale presents the
Christmas story for family members of all ages.Bring your family and
friends to what has become a seasonal tradition for almost 30
years.Go to lincolnchristian.edu/christmas for more information and
to print the ticket request form
WHERE: Lincoln Christian University, Hargrove Chapel
WHEN:
7 p.m.
Lincoln College Choirs Present: Journey
Through the 80’s
HOSTED BY: Lincoln College
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: See story in Lincoln
Daily News
WHERE: Johnston Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln College
WHEN:
7:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 4
Free Lunch at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
HOSTED BY: Good
Shepherd Lutheran Church
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Complete meal free to all
WHERE: 1140 N. State Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Dedication of Memorial Garden at KCB Library
Museum
HOSTED BY: KCB
Historical Society
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Open House with a dedication of Memorial Garden. New
Holland Middletown Elementary Music students will perform during the
open house. Memorial Garden dedication will be held at 2:00 p.m.
Refreshments will be served during the open house.
WHERE: 101 South Clinton, Middletown
WHEN: 1 p.m. Open House, 2 p.m. dedication
1
p.m. - Tour of Homes - Lincoln Woman's Club
Memorial Service for our departed brothers and
sisters
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Elks Lodge 914
WHO: Family and Friends of Lincoln Elks
DETAILS: Lincoln Lodge #914 of the Benevolent and Protective
Order of Elks will hold a Memorial Service for our Departed
Brothers/Sisters. Friends and Families of the departed are welcome
to attend the services.
WHERE: Lincoln Elks Lodge Ballroom
WHEN: 2 p.m.
Christmas in the Chapel
HOSTED BY: Lincoln
Christian University
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: Enjoy a time of warmth, humor, and some of the most
unforgettable songs of the season as the LCU Chorale presents the
Christmas story for family members of all ages.Bring your family and
friends to what has become a seasonal tradition for almost 30
years.Go to lincolnchristian.edu/christmas for more information and
to print the ticket request form
WHERE: Lincoln Christian University, Hargrove Chapel
WHEN:
2:30 p.m.
Monday, December 5
Senior Fitness Class
HOSTED BY:
Christian Village/Silver Fox Fitness
WHO:
Public
DETAILS: Free of charge and is open to the public. Due to
construction, entrance and parking is only from Short 8th St.
WHERE:
Christian Village Congregate Building
WHEN:
10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Tuesday, December 6
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 a.m. to noon
Tuesday Night Bingo at the Oasis
HOSTED BY:
Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public (membership not required)
DETAILS: Come early for dinner then enjoy an evening of Bingo.
We will offer large jackpots and a great atmosphere!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 5 p.m. Dinner service; 6:30 p.m. Bingo
Grief Share Community Group
HOSTED BY:
Open Arms Christian Fellowship
WHO: Public
WHERE: 813 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
Lincoln Masonic Lodge meeting
HOSTED BY:
Lincoln Masons Lodge 210
WHO: Members
DETAILS: Regularly scheduled meeting
WHERE: Lincoln Masonic Lodge 210, 2022 N. Kickapoo Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 7 p.m.
Wednesday, December 7
WLB Culver's Fundraiser
HOSTED BY:
Culver's & WLB PTO
WHO: Public
DETAILS: 10 percent of all receipts for the entire day will go
to the West Lincoln-Broadwell PTO. YOU
MUST TELL YOUR CASHIER THAT YOU WISH TO SUPPORT THE WLB PTO WHEN
YOU PLACE YOUR ORDER. THERE IS ALSO A SHEET POSTED ON THE DOOR
OF THE RESTAURANT THAT YOU MAY TAKE A COPY AND SUBMIT TO YOUR
CASHIER.
WHERE: Culver's Restaurant, Lincoln
WHEN: 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
CICBC Blood Drive
HOSTED BY:
Lincoln Park District
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: Park District Recreational Center Ballroom, 1400 Railer Way,
Lincoln
WHEN: Noon to 5 p.m.
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 to 1:30 p.m.
Lincoln Rotary Club meeting
HOSTED BY:
Lincoln Rotary Club
WHO:
Rotary members
DETAILS:
Weekly meeting
WHERE: Meyer-Evans Student Center, Lincoln College
WHEN:
Noon
VFW 1756 Auxiliary meeting
HOSTED BY: VFW 1756
Auxiliary
WHO: Members
DETAILS: Monthly meeting
WHERE: Freedom Hall, Cronin Brothers VFW 1756, 915 Fifth Street,
Lincoln
WHEN:
7 p.m.
Thursday, December 8
Oasis Potluck lunch
HOSTED BY: The Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public and members
DETAILS: Bring a dish to pass or pay a small admission and
join us for a great meal and loads of fellowship! We also
award prizes. Come join us for food and fun.
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 11:30 a.m.
LCTV Ribbon Cutting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln
College
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See story in
Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: 300 Keokuk (across from the Library)
WHEN: 3 p.m.
Holiday Open House at the President’s
Residence
HOSTED BY: Lincoln
College President and Mrs. Gerlach
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See story in
Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: 204 Lincoln Avenue, Lincoln
WHEN: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday, December 9
No events on the calendar
Saturday, December 10
8 a.m. - 11 a.m. - HOT
Cinnamon Roll Pick-up Day
See
advertisement in Lincoln Daily News
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Rotary
Citrus Pick-up Day
See advertisement
in Lincoln Daily News
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. - HSLC Cookie
Pick-up Day and Bake Sales
See
advertisement in Lincoln Daily News
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
Treats with Santa
HOSTED BY: Lincoln
Park District
WHO:
Public
DETAILS: Come out to the Lincoln Park District on Saturday, December
10th from 9:00am-11:00am to meet the REAL Santa! This is a FREE
event to attend and milk along with treats will be provided.
WHERE: Lincoln Park District Recreational Center
WHEN:
9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
’Tis the Season Luncheon and Card Party
HOSTED BY: ALMH Auxiliary
WHO:
Public with paid ticket
DETAILS: See article in
Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: American Legion, Lincoln
WHEN:
Noon
5 p.m. - Mount Pulaski Lighted Christmas
Parade
See story in Lincoln Daily
News
7:30 p.m. - LAMS
Christmas Concert
See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News
Sunday, December 11
Hoop Shoot
HOSTED BY: Lincoln
Elks Lodge 914
WHO: All kids ages 8 through 13
DETAILS: Come see how many free throws you can make!!!!
WHERE: West Lincoln-Broadwell Gymnasium
WHEN:
12:30 p.m. registration/1 p.m. Shoot
2 p.m. - LAMS Christmas
Concert
See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News
Monday, December 12
Senior Fitness Class
HOSTED BY:
Christian Village/Silver Fox Fitness
WHO:
Public
DETAILS: Free of charge and is open to the public. Due to
construction, entrance and parking is only from Short 8th St.
WHERE:
Christian Village Congregate Building
WHEN:
10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Tuesday, December 13
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 a.m. to noon
Lincoln Kiwanis
HOSTED BY:
Lincoln Kiwanis
WHO: Members and prospective members
DETAILS: Kiwanis is a service organization working to serve
the children of the world.
WHERE: Logan Lanes
WHEN: Noon
Tuesday Night Bingo at the Oasis
HOSTED BY:
Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public (membership not required)
DETAILS: Come early for dinner then enjoy an evening of Bingo.
We will offer large jackpots and a great atmosphere!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 5 p.m. Dinner service; 6:30 p.m. Bingo
Grief Share Community Group
HOSTED BY:
Open Arms Christian Fellowship
WHO: Public
WHERE: 813 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 14
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 to 1:30 p.m.
Lincoln Rotary Club meeting
HOSTED BY:
Lincoln Rotary Club
WHO:
Rotary members
DETAILS:
Weekly meeting
WHERE: Meyer-Evans Student Center, Lincoln College
WHEN:
Noon
Thursday, December 15
No events on the calendar
Friday, December 16
No events on the calendar
Saturday, December 17
Come Paint Olaf!
HOSTED BY:
Lincoln Park District
WHO: Children second grade and up
DETAILS: Join Joyful Painting for a fun morning painting a
loveable movie character - Olaf! Adults and parents are
welcome to participate!
WHERE: Lincoln Park District
WHEN: 10 a.m. to Noon
3rd Saturday Dance at the Oasis
HOSTED BY:
Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: Do you like to dance? Have you found it hard to find
a dance hall these days? Well, the Oasis is the place for you!
DJ provided. Admission fee will include drinks and
popcorn. Come on out on the 3rd Saturday for food, fun and fancy
foot work!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Sunday, December 18
No events on the calendar
Monday, December 19
Senior Fitness Class
HOSTED BY:
Christian Village/Silver Fox Fitness
WHO:
Public
DETAILS: Free of charge and is open to the public. Due to
construction, entrance and parking is only from Short 8th St.
WHERE:
Christian Village Congregate Building
WHEN:
10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Military order of the Purple Heart
HOSTED BY: Military
Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 159 and Auxiliary 159
WHO: Members
DETAILS: Monthly meeting of both the chapter and the auxiliary.
For questions about the chapter, auxiliary or membership call
Melanie 217-871-8254.
WHERE: VFW Post 755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Road, Springfield
WHEN:
5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 20
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 a.m. to noon
Tuesday Night Bingo at the Oasis
HOSTED BY:
Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public (membership not required)
DETAILS: Come early for dinner then enjoy an evening of Bingo.
We will offer large jackpots and a great atmosphere!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 5 p.m. Dinner service; 6:30 p.m. Bingo
Grief Share Community Group
HOSTED BY:
Open Arms Christian Fellowship
WHO: Public
WHERE: 813 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
Lincoln Masonic Lodge meeting
HOSTED BY:
Lincoln Masons Lodge 210
WHO: Members
DETAILS: Regularly scheduled meeting
WHERE: Lincoln Masonic Lodge 210, 2022 N. Kickapoo Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 7 p.m.
Wednesday, December 21
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 to 1:30 p.m.
Lincoln Rotary Club meeting
HOSTED BY:
Lincoln Rotary Club
WHO:
Rotary members
DETAILS:
Weekly meeting
WHERE: Meyer-Evans Student Center, Lincoln College
WHEN:
Noon
American Legion 263 Auxiliary meeting
HOSTED BY: American Legion 263
Auxiliary
WHO: Members
DETAILS: Monthly meeting
WHERE: American Legion Hall, 1740 Fifth Street, Lincoln
WHEN:
7 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 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Thursday, December 22
No events on the calendar
Friday, December 23
No events on the calendar
Saturday, December 24
No events on the calendar
Sunday, December 25
No events on the calendar
Monday, December 26
Senior Fitness Class
HOSTED BY:
Christian Village/Silver Fox Fitness
WHO:
Public
DETAILS: Free of charge and is open to the public. Due to
construction, entrance and parking is only from Short 8th St.
WHERE:
Christian Village Congregate Building
WHEN:
10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Tuesday, December 27
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 a.m. to noon
Lincoln Kiwanis
HOSTED BY:
Lincoln Kiwanis
WHO: Members and prospective members
DETAILS: Kiwanis is a service organization working to serve
the children of the world.
WHERE: Logan Lanes
WHEN: Noon
Tuesday Night Bingo at the Oasis
HOSTED BY:
Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public (membership not required)
DETAILS: Come early for dinner then enjoy an evening of Bingo.
We will offer large jackpots and a great atmosphere!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 5 p.m. Dinner service; 6:30 p.m. Bingo
Grief Share Community Group
HOSTED BY:
Open Arms Christian Fellowship
WHO: Public
WHERE: 813 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 28
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 to 1:30 p.m.
Lincoln Rotary Club meeting
HOSTED BY:
Lincoln Rotary Club
WHO:
Rotary members
DETAILS:
Weekly meeting
WHERE: Meyer-Evans Student Center, Lincoln College
WHEN:
Noon
Thursday, December 29
Make-n-Take Workshop
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Children and teens
DETAILS: Children and teens are invited to let their artistic
juices flow as they use cool craft supplies to build and create.
Please contact Youth Services at 732-5732 if you have questions or
to register for this FREE event.
WHERE: Lincoln Pulbic Library Annex
WHEN:
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Friday, December 30
No events on the calendar
Saturday, December 31
Free Community Yoga Class
HOSTED BY: REPS Gym
WHO: Public
WHERE: REPS Gym, 300 S. McLean, Lincoln
WHEN: 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
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