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JULY 2019

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 3

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

Wow Wednesday at Lincoln Heritage Museum
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Heritage Museum
WHO: Children and families
DETAILS: Lincoln and Independence Day – How the Fourth of July was celebrated during Lincoln’s life and Presidency.
WHERE: Lincoln Heritage Museum, Lincoln College
WHEN: 12 Noon to 1 p.m.

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.

Mount Pulaski Community Concert
HOSTED BY: Mount Pulaski Community Band
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy an evening at the gazebo on the lawn of the Historic Mount Pulaski Courthouse Also enjoy an ice cream social hosted by the Mount Pulaski Women in Business
WHERE: Mount Pulaski Courthouse lawn at the gazebo
WHEN: 7 p.m.

THURSDAY, JULY 4

Mount Pulaski Community Concert
HOSTED BY: Mount Pulaski Community Band
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Join us as we celebrate the Fourth of July at Vonderlieth Living Center
WHERE: Vonderlieth Living Center
WHEN: 2 p.m.

FRIDAY, JULY 5

No events on the calendar

SATURDAY, JULY 6

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

Super Saturday at Lincoln Heritage Museum
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Heritage Museum
WHO: Children and families
DETAILS: Learn to use a telegraph machine! – Have you ever wondered how messages were sent before email and texting? Come to the LHM to find out! We will be teaching kids all about telegraph machines and how to use them to send messages.
WHERE: Lincoln Heritage Museum, Lincoln College
WHEN: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

SUNDAY, JULY 7

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.

MONDAY, JULY 8

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, JULY 9

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

Zonta Club monthly meeting
HOSTED BY: Zonta Club of Lincoln
WHO: Members and guests
DETAILS: Open to anyone who is interested in attending or joining. Fellowship/social time begins at 6:00 p.m.; meal begins at 6:30 p.m.; meeting begins at 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1409 Pulaski Street, Lincoln
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 10

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

Wow Wednesday at Lincoln Heritage Museum
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Heritage Museum
WHO: Children and families
DETAILS: Lincoln and Leadership – Interview with historian about what it takes to lead a community of people.
WHERE: Lincoln Heritage Museum, Lincoln College
WHEN: 12 Noon to 1 p.m.

THURSDAY, JULY 11

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, JULY 12

Mount Pulaski Friday Night Street-Fest
HOSTED BY: City of Mount Pulaski, Mount Pulaski Business Association, the Economic Development and Redevelopment Board, and the Hilltop Club
WHO: Free to public
DETAILS: Children’s activities, various local vendors, delicious food, live music, plus much more! Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a nice Friday night out in downtown Mount Pulaski.
WHERE: Mount Pulaski Courthouse Square
WHEN:
Market: 5 p.m.
Live Music: 7 p.m.

SATURDAY, JULY 13

Super Saturday at Lincoln Heritage Museum
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Heritage Museum
WHO: Children and families
DETAILS: Fans and face painting! – Have you ever wondered what you would look like with a Lincoln beard? Head on over to the LHM to get your face painted with a beard or another fun design. Help the paint dry by learning all about fan etiquette and how ladies from Lincoln’s time used fans to send secret messages.
WHERE: Lincoln Heritage Museum, Lincoln College
WHEN: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Beason Movie in the Park
HOSTED BY: Beason Community Committee
WHO: Public
DETAILS: The Lion King - Come before the movie and enjoy a fun activities
WHERE: Beason Town Park
WHEN: 8:30 p.m.

SUNDAY, JULY 14

Ice Cream Social
HOSTED BY: Knapp Chestnut Becker Historical Society
WHO: Open to all
DETAILS: Ice Cream Social Serving, cake, pie, ice cream, drinks.
Donations will be accepted to support the Middletown Library/Museum. There will also be a potluck at the Presbyterian Church at noon time, come spend the day with us!
WHERE: Middletown Park Pavilion
WHEN: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Sign and Dine Club
HOSTED BY: Sign & Dine Club
WHO: Open to all
DETAILS: Sign and Dine” is a group that promotes American Sign Language (ASL) and Sign English for the hard of hearing and the deaf. We meet the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month @ 2:00 p.m. at different restaurants on Woodlawn Street, Lincoln, IL. We are happy to teach ASL or sign English. We have a lot of fun!
WHERE: Contact Bill Benham at 217-732-8101
WHEN: 2 p.m.

MONDAY, JULY 15

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, JULY 16

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: 1:30 p.m.

Logan County Cancer Support
HOSTED BY: Logan County Cancer Support
WHO: Anyone with cancer, a cancer survivor or their friends or family
DETAILS: For all cancer patients, survivors and anyone who loves them. Men and women are encouraged to come and share information, tips and stories.
WHERE: location changes monthly
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 7 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, JULY 17

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

Wow Wednesday at Lincoln Heritage Museum
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Heritage Museum
WHO: Children and families
DETAILS: Lincoln and His Times Part 1 – A Living History performance and discussion of why historic interpretation is important.
WHERE: Lincoln Heritage Museum, Lincoln College
WHEN: 12 Noon to 1 p.m.

Victim Impact Panel
HOSTED BY: Community Health Collaborative & Logan County Probation
WHO: Open to the public
DETAILS: A non-confrontational presentation given by victims of crashes involving alcohol or drugs. Participants learn how lives can be impacted by DUI. $10 cash or money order required. One hundred percent of the profits support the Safe Rides Program. Attendance certificates issued after each event.
WHERE: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
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, JULY 18

No events on the calendar

FRIDAY, JULY 19

Diabetes Support Group
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
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: ALMH
WHEN: 11 a.m. to Noon

Eagles Chicken Fry
HOSTED BY: Eagles Lodge
WHO: Fundraiser
DETAILS: Three piece Chicken, masked potatoes w/Gravy and Vegetable. Dine in, Carry out, or Delivery call 217-732-2708
WHERE: Eagles Lodge, 1621 N. Kickapoo, Lincoln
WHEN: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

3rd Fridays Downtown Lincoln
HOSTED BY: City of Lincoln
WHO: Public
DETAILS: An evening of fun, games, live music, food, and special themes, held monthly throughout the summer
WHERE: Downtown Lincoln
WHEN: 5:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, JULY 20

Super Saturday at Lincoln Heritage Museum
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Heritage Museum
WHO: Children and families
DETAILS: Make your own ice cream for National Ice Cream Day! – July 21st is National Ice cream Day! To celebrate we will be demonstrating how to make your own ice cream without an ice cream maker! All materials will be provided.
WHERE: Lincoln Heritage Museum, Lincoln College
WHEN: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

SUNDAY, JULY 21

MONDAY, JULY 22

TUESDAY, JULY 23

WEDNESDAY, JULY 24

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

Wow Wednesday at Lincoln Heritage Museum
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Heritage Museum
WHO: Children and families
DETAILS: Lincoln and His Times Part 2 – Show and tell from local historian and interpreter.
WHERE: Lincoln Heritage Museum, Lincoln College
WHEN: 12 Noon to 1 p.m.

THURSDAY, JULY 25

No events on the calendar

FRIDAY, JULY 26

SATURDAY, JULY 27

Super Saturday at Lincoln Heritage Museum
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Heritage Museum
WHO: Children and families
DETAILS: Living History – Go back in time to meet historical figures from the time of Abraham Lincoln. Interview Lincoln’s friends to learn more about what it was like to grow up in the 1800s.
WHERE: Lincoln Heritage Museum, Lincoln College
WHEN: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

SUNDAY, JULY 28

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, JULY 29

TUESDAY, JULY 30

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31

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

Wow Wednesday at Lincoln Heritage Museum
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Heritage Museum
WHO: Children and families
DETAILS: Lincoln and Empathy – How Lincoln empathized with Civil War soldiers and their families.
WHERE: Lincoln Heritage Museum, Lincoln College
WHEN: 12 Noon to 1 p.m.

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