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May 2025


Thursday, May 1st

ImpactLife Blood Drive
HOSTED BY:
WHO: Public
DETAILS: To donate, please contact Shelly Brooks at (217) 369-8532 or visit bloodcenter.org and use code 60005 to locate the drive. Potential donors must be at least 17 years of age (16 with parental permission, form available through www.bloodcenter.org) and weigh more than 110 pounds. A photo ID is required to donate. For questions about eligibility, please call ImpactLife at 800-747-5401. Eligible donors will receive a gift card, bonus points to the rewards store, or a donation to a charity of their choice. Donors who last gave blood on or before 3/6/25 are eligible to give at this drive.
WHERE: Atlanta Christian Church, 300 NE Third St., Atlanta
WHEN: Noon to 6 p.m.

Free Bingo at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Free Bingo!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Rd., Lincoln
WHEN: 1 p.m.

Bingo at the Eagles
HOSTED BY: Fraternal Order of the Eagles #2708
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Bingo with snacks available.
WHERE: The Eagles #2708, 1621 N. Kickapoo St., Lincoln
WHEN: Doors Open at 5 p.m., Bingo at 6:30 p.m.

Emblem Club #443 Monthly meeting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Elks Lodge
WHO: Members and Public
DETAILS: The Lincoln Emblem Club meets monthly on the first Thursday of the month. Meetings are held at the Lincoln Elks Ballroom. New members are always welcome. Contact club president Judy Smith at 217-732-3788.
WHERE: Lincoln Elks Lodge, 1020 County Rd. 1525 E., Lincoln
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Friday, May 2nd

Elkhart Plant Sale
HOSTED BY: Elkhart Tree Advisory Committee, Elkhart Needs and Goals
SPONSORED BY: Village of Elkhart
WHO: Public
DETAILS:
Native plants partnering with NAGS group! Healthy plants! 4 kinds of Native Milkweeds!
WHERE: Village of Elkhart, 209 Gov. Oglesby St., Elkhart
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

MPCC Community Volleyball
HOSTED BY: Mt. Pulaski Christian Church
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Contact Nathan Sowers for more information at nathan@mtpulaskicc.org or 660-988-6646
WHERE: Family Life Center, Mt. Pulaski Christian Church, 114 N. Lafayette St., Mt. Pulaski
WHEN: 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 3rd

Elkhart Plant Sale
HOSTED BY: Elkhart Tree Advisory Committee, Elkhart Needs and Goals
SPONSORED BY: Village of Elkhart
WHO: Public
DETAILS:
Native plants partnering with NAGS group! Healthy plants! 4 kinds of Native Milkweeds!
WHERE: Village of Elkhart, 209 Gov. Oglesby St., Elkhart
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sunday, May 4th

No events on the calendar

Monday, May 5th

Senior Fitness Class
HOSTED BY: Christian Village
WHO: Public
DETAILS:
Entrance through the main entry, currently labeled Grace Point.
WHERE: Christian Village Chapel, 1500 Seventh St., Lincoln
WHEN: 10 a.m.

Tuesday, May 6th

Logan County Breastfeeding Support Group
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Parent's Center and Logan County WIC
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Do you have any questions or concerns about your breastfeeding journey? You will be able to ask a certified lactation consultant and/or a peer counselor any questions you may have about latch, positioning, engorgement, pumping, etc. It will also be a great opportunity to connect with other breastfeeding mothers in our community.
WHERE: Lincoln Parent's Center, 121 N. Kickapoo St., Lincoln
WHEN: 10:30 to Noon

Mahjong at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Newly introduced Mahjong group!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Rd., Lincoln
WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m.

Bingo at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public
DETAILS:  We will offer large jackpots and a great atmosphere! Delicious refreshments will be available for purchase. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo starts at 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Rd., Lincoln
WHEN: 6:30 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 St., Lincoln
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Wednesday, May 7th

WLB Culver's Fundraiser 
HOSTED BY: Culver's & WLB PTO
WHO: Public
DETAILS: 10 percent of all receipts for the entire day will go to the West Lincoln-Broadwell PTO.  YOU MUST TELL YOUR CASHIER THAT YOU WISH TO SUPPORT THE WLB PTO WHEN YOU PLACE YOUR ORDER.  THERE IS ALSO A SHEET POSTED ON THE DOOR OF THE RESTAURANT THAT YOU MAY TAKE A COPY AND SUBMIT TO YOUR CASHIER.
WHERE: Culver's Restaurant, 2530 Woodlawn Rd., Lincoln
WHEN: 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Lincoln Rotary Club Meeting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Rotary Club
WHO: Rotary Members
DETAILS: Weekly meeting. 
WHERE: Administrative Office, District 27 Elementary School, 304 8th St, Lincoln
WHEN: Noon

VFW 1756 Auxiliary Meeting
HOSTED BY: VFW 1756 Auxiliary
WHO: Members
DETAILS: Monthly meeting
WHERE: Freedom Hall, Cronin Brothers VFW 1756, 915 Fifth St., Lincoln
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Thursday, May 8th

Free Bingo at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Free Bingo!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Rd., Lincoln
WHEN: 1 p.m.

Bingo at the Eagles
HOSTED BY: Fraternal Order of the Eagles #2708
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Bingo with snacks available.
WHERE: The Eagles #2708, 1621 N. Kickapoo St., Lincoln
WHEN: Doors Open at 5 p.m., Bingo at 6:30 p.m.

Friday, May 9th

No events on the calendar

Saturday, May 10th

No events on the calendar

Sunday, May 11th

Breakfast Buffet Fundraiser
HOSTED BY: American Legion Post 263
WHO: Public
DETAILS: 
Buffet breakfast to benefit the American Legion Post 263. Menu includes scrambled eggs, ham, bacon, biscuits and gravy, mixed fruit, fried potatoes, coffee, oj and milk. Kids under 10 eat free! Tickets available in advance at the Legion and at the door.
WHERE: 1740 Fifth St., Lincoln
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Mother’s Day Buffet
HOSTED BY: American Legion Post 447
SPONSORED BY: Hilltop Catering
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Buffet Includes: Slow Roasted Angus Beef, Grilled Chicken Breasts in Savory Sauce, Pit Smoked Ham with Pineapple, Italian Penne Pasta, all sides and desserts.
Includes Iced Tea and Lemonade. Under 3 years old free. Advance ticket sales only. Call or text Mike at 217-855-6549.
WHERE: Mt. Pulaski American Legion, 104 Scroggin Ave., Mt. Pulaski
WHEN: Doors at Noon, Buffet at 1 p.m.

Sign and Dine Club
HOSTED BY: Sign & Dine Club
WHO: Public
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. 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.

Monday, May 12th

Senior Fitness Class
HOSTED BY: Christian Village
WHO: Public
DETAILS:
Entrance through the main entry, currently labeled Grace Point.
WHERE: Christian Village Chapel, 1500 Seventh St., Lincoln
WHEN: 10 a.m.

Tuesday, May 13th

Logan County Breastfeeding Support Group
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Parent's Center and Logan County WIC
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Do you have any questions or concerns about your breastfeeding journey? You will be able to ask a certified lactation consultant and/or a peer counselor any questions you may have about latch, positioning, engorgement, pumping, etc. It will also be a great opportunity to connect with other breastfeeding mothers in our community.
WHERE: Lincoln Parent's Center, 121 N. Kickapoo St., Lincoln
WHEN: 10:30 to Noon

Mahjong at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Newly introduced Mahjong group!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Rd., Lincoln
WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m.

Virtual Breast Cancer Support Group
HOSTED BY: Memorial Medical Center
WHO: All breast cancer warriors, survivors, support teams
DETAILS: Meetings are 90-minutes, anyone can tune into these virtual meetings via telephone or using the WebEx app on their cell.
Call in at 1-415-655-0001.
Join the app on your cell with 1450176122@roomready.webex.com
The meeting number is 145 017 6122 and the password is mcli
WHEN: 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Zonta Club Monthly Meeting
HOSTED BY: Zonta Club of Lincoln
WHO: Members and Public
DETAILS: Fellowship/social time begins at 6:00 p.m.; meal begins at 6:30 p.m.; meeting begins at 7 p.m.
WHERE: Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1409 Pulaski St., Lincoln
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Bingo at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public
DETAILS:  We will offer large jackpots and a great atmosphere! Delicious refreshments will be available for purchase. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo starts at 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Rd., Lincoln
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 14th

No events on the calendar

Thursday, May 15th

Free Bingo at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Free Bingo!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Rd., Lincoln
WHEN: 1 p.m.

Bingo at the Eagles
HOSTED BY: Fraternal Order of the Eagles #2708
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Bingo with snacks available.
WHERE: The Eagles #2708, 1621 N. Kickapoo St., Lincoln
WHEN: Doors Open at 5 p.m., Bingo at 6:30 p.m.

Railsplitter Coin Club meeting
HOSTED BY: Railsplitter Coin Club
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Monthly meeting on the third Thursday of each month
WHERE:  American Legion Post 263, 1740 Fifth St., Lincoln
WHEN: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Friday, May 16th

MPCC Community Volleyball
HOSTED BY: Mt. Pulaski Christian Church
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Contact Nathan Sowers for more information at nathan@mtpulaskicc.org or 660-988-6646
WHERE: Family Life Center, Mt. Pulaski Christian Church, 114 N. Lafayette St., Mt. Pulaski
WHEN: 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 17th

Coffee with the Mayor
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Mayor Tracy Welch
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Open forum discussion with Lincoln Mayor Tracy Welch, along with other city officials.
WHERE: Guest House Coffee and Pastries, Lincoln
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Sunday, May 18th

No events on the calendar

Monday, May 19th

Senior Fitness Class
HOSTED BY: Christian Village
WHO: Public
DETAILS:
Entrance through the main entry, currently labeled Grace Point.
WHERE: Christian Village Chapel, 1500 Seventh St., Lincoln
WHEN: 10 a.m.

Culver's Habitat for Humanity Fundraiser
HOSTED BY: Culver's
SPONSORED BY: Habitat for Humanity
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Join us in supporting Habitat for Humanity of Logan County, as 10% of all sales will be donated. There's no limit to how much heart you can put into the community - join us and consider giving what you can to our local cause today.
WHERE: Culver's, 2530 Woodlawn Rd., Lincoln
WHEN: 5 p.m. to 8 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 Rd., Springfield
WHEN: 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, May 20th

Logan County Breastfeeding Support Group
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Parent's Center and Logan County WIC
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Do you have any questions or concerns about your breastfeeding journey? You will be able to ask a certified lactation consultant and/or a peer counselor any questions you may have about latch, positioning, engorgement, pumping, etc. It will also be a great opportunity to connect with other breastfeeding mothers in our community.
WHERE: Lincoln Parent's Center, 121 N. Kickapoo St., Lincoln
WHEN: 10:30 to Noon

Mahjong at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Newly introduced Mahjong group!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Rd., Lincoln
WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m.

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 third Tuesday of the month indefinitely.
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Rd., Lincoln
WHEN: 1:30 p.m.

Bingo at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public
DETAILS:  We will offer large jackpots and a great atmosphere! Delicious refreshments will be available for purchase. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo starts at 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Rd., Lincoln
WHEN: 6:30 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 St., Lincoln
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Wednesday, May 21st

Lincoln Rotary Club Meeting
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Rotary Club
WHO: Rotary Members
DETAILS: Weekly meeting. 
WHERE: Administrative Office, District 27 Elementary School, 304 8th St, Lincoln
WHEN: Noon

American Legion 263 Auxiliary Meeting
HOSTED BY: American Legion 263 Auxiliary
WHO: Members
DETAILS: Monthly meeting
WHERE: American Legion Hall, 1740 Fifth St., Lincoln
WHEN: 7 p.m.

Thursday, May 22nd

Free Bingo at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Free Bingo!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Rd., Lincoln
WHEN: 1 p.m.

Bingo at the Eagles
HOSTED BY: Fraternal Order of the Eagles #2708
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Bingo with snacks available.
WHERE: The Eagles #2708, 1621 N. Kickapoo St., Lincoln
WHEN: Doors Open at 5 p.m., Bingo at 6:30 p.m.

Friday, May 23rd

MPCC Community Volleyball
HOSTED BY: Mt. Pulaski Christian Church
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Contact Nathan Sowers for more information at nathan@mtpulaskicc.org or 660-988-6646
WHERE: Family Life Center, Mt. Pulaski Christian Church, 114 N. Lafayette St., Mt. Pulaski
WHEN: 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 24th

No events on the calendar

Sunday, May 25th

Sign and Dine Club
HOSTED BY: Sign & Dine Club
WHO: Public
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. 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.

Monday, May 26th

Senior Fitness Class
HOSTED BY: Christian Village
WHO: Public
DETAILS:
Entrance through the main entry, currently labeled Grace Point.
WHERE: Christian Village Chapel, 1500 Seventh St., Lincoln
WHEN: 10 a.m.

LMH Prenatal Class
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Memorial Hospital
WHO: Public (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: LMH Steinfort Room A, 200 Stahlhut Dr., Lincoln
WHEN: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Tuesday, May 27th

Logan County Breastfeeding Support Group
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Parent's Center and Logan County WIC
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Do you have any questions or concerns about your breastfeeding journey? You will be able to ask a certified lactation consultant and/or a peer counselor any questions you may have about latch, positioning, engorgement, pumping, etc. It will also be a great opportunity to connect with other breastfeeding mothers in our community.
WHERE: Lincoln Parent's Center, 121 N. Kickapoo St., Lincoln
WHEN: 10:30 to Noon

Mahjong at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Newly introduced Mahjong group!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Rd., Lincoln
WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m.

Bingo at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public
DETAILS:  We will offer large jackpots and a great atmosphere! Delicious refreshments will be available for purchase. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo starts at 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Rd., Lincoln
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 28th

Jolly Seniors
HOSTED BY: Lincoln Christian Church
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Meetings feature a devotion, entertainment and a lunch catered by Guzzardo's. Attendees may bring finger foods to share and a small donation to cover lunch.
WHERE:
Lincoln Christian Church Fellowship Center, 204 N. Mclean St., Lincoln
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Thursday, May 29th

Free Bingo at the Oasis
HOSTED BY: Oasis Senior Center
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Free Bingo!
WHERE: Oasis Senior Center, 2810 Woodlawn Rd., Lincoln
WHEN: 1 p.m.

Bingo at the Eagles
HOSTED BY: Fraternal Order of the Eagles #2708
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Bingo with snacks available.
WHERE: The Eagles #2708, 1621 N. Kickapoo St., Lincoln
WHEN: Doors Open at 5 p.m., Bingo at 6:30 p.m.

Friday, May 30th

MPCC Community Volleyball
HOSTED BY: Mt. Pulaski Christian Church
WHO: Public
DETAILS: Contact Nathan Sowers for more information at nathan@mtpulaskicc.org or 660-988-6646
WHERE: Family Life Center, Mt. Pulaski Christian Church, 114 N. Lafayette St., Mt. Pulaski
WHEN: 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 31st

No events on the calendar


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