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October 2017

Monday, October 9

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.

Prayer changes things
HOSTED BY: Holland, Barry, & Bennett Funeral Home
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See story in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Holland, Barry, & Bennett, Lincoln
WHEN: 6 p.m.

Tuesday, October 10

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: Whiskers at the Elks County Club
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

Lincoln Writers Club
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Writers Club
WHO: Members and Public
DETAILS: See announcement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Alumni Room, Student Center, Lincoln College Campus
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, October 11

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, October 12

Community Night in Lincoln
HOSTED BY: City of Lincoln
WHO: Free to public
DETAILS: See story in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Postville Park, Fifth Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 5:00 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Weight Loss Support Group
HOSTED BY: Memorial Weight Loss and Wellness Center
WHO: Free to public
DETAILS: Small group discussion followed by a short presentation on a variety of topics. For details, call 217-605-5500
WHERE: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital, Steinfort Room A.
WHEN: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Friday, October 13

Legion Fish & Chicken Fry Fundraiser
HOSTED BY: American Legion Post 263
WHO: Public / fundraiser
DETAILS Dine in or Carry out
WHERE: 1740 5th Street Rd, Lincoln
WHEN: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday, October 14

Confidential paper shredding
HOSTED BY: Logan County Joint Solid Waste
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See story in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Logan County Fairgrounds
WHEN: 9 a.m. to Noon

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

2nd Annual Alzheimers Benefit Motorcycle show
HOSTED BY: Dana Sydney and Christian Homes
WHO: Public / fundraiser
DETAILS: In additional to a large number of Motorcycles, Vintage Cars will also be a part of this year's benefit show.
WHERE: Christian Homes/Christian Village, in the parking lot leading to Grace Point
WHEN: 10 a.m. to Noon

Run/Walk for Salvation Army
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Salvation Army
WHO: Public / fundraiser
DETAILS: Join us for a beautiful day in the park while benefiting your local Salvation Army. This 5k run/1.5 mi walk is set through various trails for an off road experience. As the leaves are turning, what better way to spend a gorgeous autumn day than coming out to support a great organization! This race kicks off the 2017 Red Kettle Campaign. The local Salvation Army helps support the needy in our community, assists with disaster relief, heads up Adopt a family around the holidays, offers free kids camps throughout the summer, and many additional social services.
WHERE: Kickapoo Creek Park, Lincoln
WHEN: 10 a.m. to Noon

Sandwich fundraiser for BS troop 102 and CS Pack 111
HOSTED BY: Boy Scout Troop 102 and Cub Scout Troop 111
WHO: Public / fundraiser
DETAILS: Drive-thru fundraiser. 2 butterfly pork chops, potato salad. coleslaw and baked beans. Tickets available by calling Jason Maxheimer 217-971-4217, Mark Mathon 217-671-3429, Ed Robison 217-836-5524 or your local scout
WHERE: Peggy's Place, 110 Clinton Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Sunday, October 15

No events on the calendar

Monday, October 16

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, October 17

Alzheimer's Support Group
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public (membership not required)
DETAILS: Hosted by Julie King and Dr. Paul Boatman. A support group for those suffering from dementia and those concerned about possible dementia. Will meet on the thrid Tuesday of the month indefinitely.
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 2 p.m. to 3 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 18

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

Victim Impact Panel
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: Open to public with admission
DETAILS: This educational event is open to the public. An opportunity to hear from those personally affected from the decision to drive while under the influence. For details, call 217-605-5008 Walk-ins welcome
WHERE: ALMH, Steinfort Rooms A & B
WHEN: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

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 19

No events on the calendar

Friday, October 20

Diabetes Support Group
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital/Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Timely topics are discussed each month. Led by a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator. For details, call 217-605-5535
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 11 a.m. to Noon

American Legion Schnitzel Fest Fundraiser
HOSTED BY: American Legion Post 263 Support Fund
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Funds go to the Legion Post 263 Support Fund for Veterans. Dine in or Carry out
WHERE: 1740 5th Street Rd, Lincoln, IL 62656
WHEN: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday, October 21

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! Admission fee charged. Drinks & snacks, door prizes, and 50/50 raffle
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Sunday, October 22

No events on the calendar

Monday, October 23

Tuesday, October 24

Wednesday, October 25

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, October 26

No events on the calendar

Friday, October 27

Legion Fish & Chicken Fry Fundraiser
HOSTED BY: American Legion Post 263
WHO: Public / fundraiser
DETAILS Dine in or Carry out
WHERE: 1740 5th Street Rd, Lincoln
WHEN: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday, October 28

Harvest of Talents

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.

Trick or Treat with Mayor Goodman
HOSTED BY: city of Lincoln
WHO: All local children
WHERE: Latham Park starting point, trick or treat march around downtown
WHEN: 9 a.m. registration, 10 a.m. [arade around town begins 11 a.m. treats and prizes at City Hall parking lot.

Mount Pulaski Trunk or Treat and more
HOSTED BY: Mount Pulaski Courthouse Foundation and Mount Pulaski community
WHO: Public
DETAILS:
-Zion Lutheran Church will be providing food, hot dogs and chips (free of charge)
-Cake walk
-Games for kids will be set up in the Christian Church parking lot.
-Hot chocolate, apple cider, and water will be available.
-Costume contest (in front of the Courthouse)
-Come into the Courthouse for more trick or treating.
WHEN: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Fall Festival Night at the ALMH Market
HOSTED BY: ALMH Market
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Activities at the evening market will include a costume contest, spaghetti sauce competition, live music and more.
WHERE: Logan County Fairgrounds
WHEN: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Sunday, October 29

ALMH Prenatal Class
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: Free, registration requested
DETAILS: What is covered? When to Come to the Hospital, What to Expect During Labor and Delivery, Pain Relief Options, Breathing Techniques, Family Maternity Suites Tour. Register by calling 217-605-5233
WHERE: ALMH Steinfort Room A
WHEN: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday, October 30

Tuesday, October 31

Trick or Treat Night in Lincoln

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