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October 2017
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
St. Louis Rib BBQ dinner fundraiser
HOSTED BY: Knight of Columbus
WHO: Public / fundraiser
DETAILS Dine in or Carry out
See announcement in Lincoln
Daily News
WHERE: Knights of Columbus Hall, North Limit Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 5:00 p.m. to 7 p.m.
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
NaNoWriMo -
Adult Edition
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Adults 18 years and older
DETAILS: See October
Library Notes
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 10 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
Sandwich Fundraser at the IGA
HOSTED BY: Lincoln
Rotary Club
WHO:
Public / fundraiser
DETAILS: Pork Chop or Rib Eye Sandwich. Fundraiser to
support Rotary community projects
WHERE: Lincoln IGA parking lot
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
Toys for Tots fundraiser night at Culver's
HOSTED BY:
St. John Missions and Music Makers
WHO:
Public / fundraiser
DETAILS: See announcement
in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE:
Culver's Restaurant, Lincoln
WHEN:
5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Monday, October 16
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, October 17
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
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.
NaNoWriMo - Teen Edition
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Teens grades 6 thru 12
DETAILS: See October
Library Notes
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
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 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
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
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
NaNoWriMo -
Adult Edition
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Adults 18 years and older
DETAILS: See October
Library Notes
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
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
Third Saturday Art and Craft Day
HOSTED BY: Elkhart Historical Society
WHO: Public/ fee apply
DETAILS: See story in
Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Various locations in Elkhart
WHEN: 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. sessions
Third 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
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, October 24
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
Wednesday, October 25
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 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.
Roaring 20's Murder Mystery night
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Public Library
WHO: Teens grades 6 thru 12
DETAILS: See October
Library Notes
WHERE: Lincoln Public Library Annex
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 8 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
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, October 31
Trick or Treat Night in
Lincoln
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
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