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March 2020


Thursday, March 5

Heartland College Lincoln Center Open House
HOSTED BY: Heartland Community College
WHO:   Public
DETAILS: 
See announcement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: 2201 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN:  4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Meet the Candidates Forum
HOSTED BY: Logan County Republican Central Committee
WHO: Public
DETAILS: See announcement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Johnston Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln College
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, March 6

No events on the calendar

Saturday, March 7

No events on the calendar

Sunday, March 8

Legion Breakfast Buffet fundraiser
HOSTED BY: American Legion Post 263
WHO: Public / fundraiser
DETAILS: 
Buffet breakfast to benefit the American Legion Post 263 Baseball Program
Grade School students eat free.  Adult tickets $10 each.
 Tickets bought in advance will benefit the Lincoln Heritage Museum Save the Flag campaign.  See related announcment
WHERE:  1740 Fifth Street, Lincoln
WHEN:   8 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Middletown Presbyterian Church Soup Lunch
HOSTED BY: Middletown Presbyterian Church
WHO: Public / Fundraiser
DETAILS: 
Menu is chili, chicken noodle, vegetable beef, cheesy broccoli, relish tray, pie or cake. Adults $8.00 child 4-12 $4.00 under 4 FREE. Take home a quart of soup $7.00. ALL YOU CAN EAT!!
WHERE:  Middletown Presbyterian Church
WHEN:   10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m..

FREE Family Bowling Party
HOSTED BY: ALMH Community Health Collaborative and Lincoln/Logan rime Stoppers
WHO: Public
DETAILS: 
Celebrate a substance-free, healthy and safe Logan County.
FREE bowling (one game per person) FREE shoe rental, FREE food, FREE fingerprinting, FREE giveaways. 

WHERE:  Logan Lanes
WHEN:   11 a.m. to 3 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 Ken Benham at 217-732-8101
WHEN:  2 p.m.

Hoops for Heros
HOSTED BY: West Lincoln-Broadwell Girls Basketball
WHO: Public
DETAILS: 
See announcement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE:  WLB gymnasium
WHEN:  2;30 p.m.

Monday, March 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.

CICBC Blood Drive
HOSTED BY: Mount Pulaski High School
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: Gymnasium, 206 South Spring Street, Mount Pulaski
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

CICBC Blood Drive
HOSTED BY: Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospial
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: Circle Drive at ALMH
WHEN:  10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Low Vision Support Group
HOSTED BY: Low Vision Support Group
WHO: Public
DETAILS:  Guest speaker
WHERE: Lincoln Christian Church, enter into the door off the parking lot under the canopy.
WHEN: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Tuesday, March 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

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.   

Lincoln Writer's Club
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Writer's Club
WHO: Members and guests
DETAILS: See announcement in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Meyer-Evans Student Center Alumni Room, Lincoln College
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 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, March 12

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, March 13

No events on the calendar

Saturday, March 14

Lincoln Masonic Lodge Chili Supper
HOSTED BY:  Lincoln Masonic Lodge 210
WHO:  Public / fundraiser
DETAILS:  All you can eat chili supper. Meal includes homemade chili, grilled cheese, dessert and drink.
WHERE:  Lincoln Masonic Lodge, 2022 N. Kickapoo Street
WHEN:  4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Sunday, March 15

Monday, March 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, March 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: 1:30 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

Logan County Breast Cancer Support
HOSTED BY: Logan County Breast Cancer Support Group
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:  Rio Grande, 116 North Kickapoo Street, Lincoln
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, March 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

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, March 19

No events on the calendar

Friday, March 20

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.

Joyful Painting at Lincoln Masonic Lodge
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Masons
WHO: Fundraiser
DETAILS: Come and paint a masterpiece of your home.  Snacks provided.  Contact Jody at Joyful Painting to register  871-9100
WHERE: Lincoln Masonic Lodge, 2022 N. Kickapoo Street
WHEN:  6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday, March 21

No events on the calendar

Sunday, March 22

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 Ken Benham at 217-732-8101
WHEN:  2 p.m.

Beason Sesquicentennial Paint Fundraiser
HOSTED BY:  Beason Community Committee
WHO:  Public / fundraiser
DETAILS:  Joyful Painting event for the Beason Sesquicentennial. Sure to be a fun afternoon of painting with family and friends. The best snacks provided! Reservations: call/text Amanda Gray 217-737-7319 or PM Joyful Painting
WHERE:  Beason United Methodist Church, 1544 Walnut Avenue, Beason
WHEN:  2 p.m.

Monday, March 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, March 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, March 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, March 26

No events on the calendar

Friday, March 27

No events on the calendar

Saturday, March 28

Russel Allen Garden Day at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Logan County Master Gardeners
WHO: Fundraiser
DETAILS: 
See story in Lincoln Daily News
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.  (registration 8 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.)

Sunday, March 29

Latham United Methodist Church fundraiser meal
HOSTED BY: Latham United Methodist Church
WHO: Public / Fundraiser
DETAILS: 
Chicken or beef noodle lunch, potatoes, Salad bar, dessert, roll, and drink.  $9.00 for adults and $4.00 for children 4-11.
WHERE: 241 Walnut Street, Latham
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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, March 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, March 31

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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