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October 2016

Saturday, October 15

Learn about the Power of Produce
at ALMH Market
HOSTED BY: ALMH Market, Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: Public
DETAILS Each week the market will offer the Power of Produce program free for youngsters, along with free fitness classes, a walking trail, and other offerings such as free health screenings, free cooking demonstrations, and "Community Day." The Market will be not just a place to shop, but a destination to spend a great morning on a healthy family outing.
WHERE: Logan County Fairground
WHEN: 8 a.m. to Noon

Joyful Paintings for adults and youth - Pumpkin Painting
HOSTED BY: Adults and Children ages 6 to 12 and older
WHO: Public
DETAILS: This is a fun family pumpkin painting party! Pumpkins will be provided to all along with food and beverage. There will be a variety of options and styles to choose from along with other activities as well. Advance registration required. When you call to register please let the park district know what color of pumpkin you would like: white, black, or orange!
WHERE: Lincoln Park District
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Habitat Sandwich Sale Fundraiser
HOSTED BY: Logan County Habitat for Humanity
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See article in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln IGA
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Atlanta Rescue Squad Chili Supper Fundraiser
HOSTED BY: Atlanta Rescue Squad
WHO: Public/Donation only
DETAILS: 2nd annual Chili Supper Fundraiser. Chili soup meal. Hot dogs available also
WHERE: Atlanta Fire House
WHEN: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Chicken Dinner fundraiser for Honor Flight
HOSTED BY: VFW Post 1756
WHO: Public/Donation only
DETAILS: VFW Chicken Dinner fundraiser for Land of Lincoln Honor Flight. Menu: 3 pieces of chicken, green beans, mashed potatoes & gravy, salad, roll, and your choice of tea or lemonade plus dessert. Carry out available. Raffle baskets of great items donated by local merchants and artisans. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Foxhole Pub & Grub, or from any VFW member or they can be purchased at the door that evening.
WHERE: 915 Fifth Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

German Fest Meal fundraiser
HOSTED BY: St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Mount Pulaski
WHO: Public/with paid meal ticket
DETAILS: See story in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: 321 S Lafayette St, Mount Pulaski
WHEN: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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, October 16

No events on the calendar

Monday, October 17

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.

Noon - Congressman Darin LaHood in Atlanta

Ready Readers Storytime
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Children, K through 2nd grade
DETAILS: See September Library Notes in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex, Lincoln
WHEN: 3:30 p.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.

Logan County Genealogical & Historical Society October meeting
HOSTED BY: Logan County Genealogical & Historical Society
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See story in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: LCG&HS Center at 114 N Chicago, Lincoln
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, October 18

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

Book Buddies Storytime
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Children, ages 3 to 4, 5 if not in Kindergarten
DETAILS: See September Library Notes in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex, Lincoln
WHEN: 10 a.m.

Little Listeners Storytime
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Children, ages 6 months to 2 years
DETAILS: See September Library Notes in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex, Lincoln
WHEN: 10 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. choose Tuesday or Wednesday

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.

Spooky Cupcakes!
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Park District
WHO: Youth ages 12 and up
DETAILS: Come join us at the Lincoln Park District for a spooktacular evening decorating cupcakes! Registration due by October 12th
WHERE: Lincoln Park District
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 8 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, October 19

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, October 20

5 p.m. - Logan County Quail & Upland Game Alliance 35th Annual Banquet
See advertisement in Lincoln Daily News

Explorer Club
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Grades 3 through 5
DETAILS: See September Library Notes in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex, Lincoln
WHEN: 3:30 p.m.

Joyful Painting for kids
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Park District
WHO: children ages 8 and up
DETAILS: This is a fun after school activity where children will be painting a mysterious owl silhouette for the Halloween season. Snack will also be included! Registration due by October 17th.
WHERE: Lincoln Park District
WHEN: 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Friday, October 21

No events on the calendar

Saturday, October 22

10 a.m. - Drug Take Back Day

Superheros in the Stacks
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Public
DETAILS Calling all superheroes! Join us at the library and try your hand at trivia, participate in our costume contest, test your superhero skills with games and activities, munch on super goodies---and more! This event is free, but please register to participate by calling 732-5732.
WHERE: Library Annex
WHEN: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Sunday, October 23

2:30 p.m. - Habitat House Blessing
See article in Lincoln Daily News

Monday, October 24

Tuesday, October 25

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

Grief Share Community Group
HOSTED BY: Open Arms Christian Fellowship
WHO: Public
WHERE: 813 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, October 26

Country Aire Fundraiser for Logan County Food Pantry
HOSTED BY: Country Aire and Atlanta United Methodist Church
WHO: Public
DETAILS: A portion of all proceeds from the day at the restaurant will be donated to the Logan County Food Pantry. This is being done in conjunction with the annual community food drive organized by the Atlanta United Methodist Church. Please plan to eat a meal at the Country Aire on Wednesday, October 26th to support the community food drive. A BIG thank you to the Country Aire Restaurant for supporting this community project.
WHERE: Country Aire Restaurant, Atlanta
WHEN: All day

Lincoln Rotary Club meeting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Rotary Club
WHO: Rotary members
DETAILS: Weekly meeting
WHERE: Meyer-Evans Student Center, Lincoln College
WHEN: Noon

Active with Asthma
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: Public / free dinner/ please RSVP
DETAILS: See article in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Community High School, Cafeteria, 1000 Railer Way, Lincoln
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Thursday, October 27

Explorer Club
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Grades 3 through 5
DETAILS: See September Library Notes in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex, Lincoln
WHEN: 3:30 p.m.

Friday, October 28

No events on the calendar

Saturday, October 29

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.

Annual United Methodist Soup Supper Fundraiser
HOSTED BY: Middletown United Methodist Church
WHO: Public with paid meal ticket
DETAILS: All you can eat chili or vegetable soup, relishes, drink and dessert. Hot dogs & Mac & cheese sold as separate items. Bake sale & Bazaar table .
WHERE: 407 2nd Street, Middletown
WHEN: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

5th Saturday Opry
HOSTED BY: 5th Saturday Opry
WHO: Public with paid admission
DETAILS: Classic Country Music show. Pam Kilmer & Bob Krouse will be our guests tonight. As always, we will have FREE popcorn, the Eagles will be selling concessions, and we will have a 50/50 drawing for a special charity. Come in Halloween costume and you could win a prize!
WHERE: Lincoln Eagles Lodge
WHEN: 6 p.m. - doors open 7 p.m. show starts

Sunday, October 30

Prenatal Class at ALMH
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: Public with reservation required
DETAILS: Join us for a free prenatal class to learn about when to come to the hospital, who to expect during labor and delivery, pain relief options, breathing techniques PLUS receive a tour of the Family Maternity Suites at ALMH. To register, please call the ALMH Obstetrics Department at 217-605-5233.
WHERE: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital, Family Maternity Suites, 200 Stahlhut Drive, Lincoln
WHEN: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday, October 31

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