WGEM Quincy Herald-Whig Community Calendar

2008 Boy Scout Popcorn Sale

01 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Neighborhood Scout Office
Ongoing through Sunday, November 23, 2008

For the 25th Year the Mississippi Valley Council, Boy Scouts of America will be selling microwave popcorn, caramel corn, kettle corn, chocolate caramel corn, and chocolate lovers tin, 3-way tin, trail mix, cheese lovers tin, and popping corn. To show their support for our service men and women, the Boy Scouts are offering a "Military Donation" of $25 to purchase popcorn which Trails End Popcorn sends directly to our troops. For more information call 217-224-0204

Big Brothers/Big Sisters Holiday On Line Auction

14 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Ongoing through Sunday, November 30, 2008, 8pm

Dear Friends! Big Brothers Big Sisters is pleased to announce their new Holiday Online Auction. Bidding begins on November 14, 2008 at 7:00 AM CST and concludes November 30th at 8pm CST.
This Auction Fundraiser is new this year and our goal is to raise $10,000 to support our one-to-one youth mentoring program. We need your support! This is an exciting and fun way to help and at the same time have a chance to win exciting items for yourself and shop for Christmas gifts!
We'll be adding new items to our catalog for you to preview as the auction date approaches. Check back often to our Auction Website at www.holidayforkids.org to see what's new. Feel free to place a Watch on your favorites, so that you'll know as soon as the bidding begins!

More info: www.holidayforkids.org

Hannibal Community Theatre presents "Christmas Belles"

15 Nov 2008 01:30:00 GMT

Hannibal Community Theatre
6th & Lyon Sts.
Hannibal, MO 63401
Ongoing through Sunday, November 23, 2008, 2pm

This is HCT's holiday production. Christmas Belles is a very funny farce taking place in a small Texas town. Come join us for the fun on Nov. 14, 15, 21 & 22 at 7:30 pm and on Nov. 16 & 23 at 2 pm. Ticket prices are $10/adult and $5 for students 18 and younger. Reservations can be made at 573-406-1300. Leave your name, number of tickets needed and show date.

More info: www.hannibalcommunitytheatre.org

Culver-Stockton Symphonic Choir performance

16 Nov 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Culver-Stockton College
Alexander Campbell Auditorium
Canton MO
Sunday, November 16, 2008, 12 – 1pm

The Culver-Stockton Symphonic Band and Collegiate Choir will perform at 7:30 p.m. November 16 in the Alexander Campbell Auditorium of the C-SC Performing Arts Center on campus. The concert is free and open to the public. The Symphonic Band will perform music associated with a variety of games, including the Olympics, baseball, and several video games - Super Mario Brothers, Halo, Myst, Final Fantasy, and more. The band includes both student and community members. It is directed by Dr. Thomas Herb, C-SC assistant professor of music education and director of instrumental music. For information concerning Fine Arts events, contact C-SC at 573-288-6346 or via e-mail at nearts@culver.edu.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

16 Nov 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Macomb Community Theatre
Macomb IL 61455
located 1 1/4 miles south of Macomb High School
Sunday, November 16, 2008, 2 – 4pm

For reservations - email livetheatre@macomb.com or phone 309-837-1828

More info: www.macomb.com…

HOUSES OF MISSOURI, 1870-1940

16 Nov 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Rockcliffe Mansion
1000 Bird St
Hannibal MO
Sunday, November 16, 2008, 2pm

Free event and light refreshments will be served.

Rockcliffe will be decorated in Victorian fashion for Christmas. Tours will be available for $5.00 and be given by one of our experienced guides.

We hope that you will extend this invitation to anyone who appreciates older homes. For those of you who have not experienced the grandeur of Rockcliffe Mansion, or it has been awhile, this will be a perfect opportunity to see one of Missouri finest homes built at the turn of the century.

Sister's Christmas Catechism

16 Nov 2008 20:00:00 GMT

John Wood Community College Theatre
1301 South 48th St
Quincy IL
Sunday, November 16, 2008, 2pm

Its' Forensic Files goes to Bethlehem in this holiday mystery extravaganza, by the author of Late Nite Catechism and Late Nite Catechism 2. Tickets are $25 each. For tickets or questions call 217-222-2759

Quincy Concert Band

16 Nov 2008 20:30:00 GMT

Morrison Theater-QJHS
14th & Maine
Quincy IL
Sunday, November 16, 2008, 2:30pm

Free Admission

Amahl and the Night Visitors

16 Nov 2008 22:00:00 GMT

St Johns Episcopal Church
7th & Hampshire sTreets
Quincy IL
Sunday, November 16, 2008, 4pm

These concerts are free of charge.

The Johnie Faren Orient Express

16 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Quality Inn and Suites
Hannibal MO
Sunday, November 16, 2008, 5 – 8pm

The Great River Jazz Preservation Society presents as an encore performance, "The Johnie Faren Orient Express". Tickets for this great evening of music and dance are $15 for adults, and $7 for students. Doors open at 4pm and food/refreshments are available during the concert. There is an open bar. The event is open to the public. For more information call 573-221-8648

Christian Healing Brown Bag Lunch Class

17 Nov 2008 17:30:00 GMT

Unity Church of Quincy Annex
929 Monroe St
Quincy, IL 62301
Monday, November 17, 2008, 11:30am

Starting on October 6, at 11:30 a.m., Minister Ron Fritts will start leading a weekly class on the Charles Fillmore book "Christian Healing". This was Fillmore’s first book and contains his early ideas on the Twelve Powers and how he originally formulated Unity to be a movement of universal spiritual science based on principles that could be proved and demonstrated.
Bring your lunch if you wish. The class will finish by 1:00 so even if you can’t make it by 11:30, you could come on your lunch hour and be present for most of the class. Books are available at the Resource Center for $15.

More info: www.unitychurchofquincy.org

AFSCME Illinois Retirees Meeting

17 Nov 2008 19:00:00 GMT

Quincy Senior & Family Resource Center
639 York St
Quincy IL
Monday, November 17, 2008, 1 – 2pm

Wheel Throwing

17 Nov 2008 22:00:00 GMT

Quincy Art Center
1515 Jersy St.
Quincy
Monday, November 17, 2008, 4 – 6pm

Grades 4th - 6th, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
$55 non-members, $50 members

Students will have a great time learning to
throw on the potters wheel as well as strengthen their handbuilding techniques.
All pieces will be fired for permanence.
8 students maximum.

More info: www.quincyartcenter.org

Fibromyalgia Support Group

17 Nov 2008 23:30:00 GMT

Blessing Hospital at 14th St.
Main Floor Outreach Clinic Waiting Room
Monday, November 17, 2008, 5:30 – 6:30pm

Melissa Harbin, Doctor of Pharmacy, HyVee on Harrison pharmacy, will talk and answer your questions on "Medications for Fibromyalgia." Her last support group engagement was so successful, there just wasn't enough time to answer all questions. This will continue the valuable information she has to contribute.

For more information, call the Arthritis Foundation at 217 228-3208.

More info: www.arthritis.org…

Adult CPR/AED, Infant and Child CPR Class

18 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Farm Bureau Office
544 Wabash Ave
Carthage IL
Monday, November 17, 2008, 6 – 9:30pm

The class is open to anyone just wanting to learn how to possibly save a life.
The cost of the class is $20.00. This is a member benefit savings of $10.00 sponsored by a grant from the Illinois Farm Bureau Quality of Life ACTION TEAM. The cost includes the manual for the class. Class size is limited to 10.
Registration and class fees are required to reserve a place in the class. For further questions, call the Hancock County Farm Bureau office at 217-357-3141.

Autism Support Group

18 Nov 2008 01:00:00 GMT

Union United Methodist Church
1101 State St
Monday, November 17, 2008, 7pm

Special Guest Speaker: First Choice Rehabilitation

NEMOFOTMAD Monday Night Acoustic Jam Sessions

18 Nov 2008 01:00:00 GMT

BREADEAUX PIZZA
200 North Main Street
Hannibal, MO 63401
Monday, November 17, 2008, 7 – 9pm

- eclectic mix of Irish Trad and Old-Time (Public domain).
- Experienced and novice musicians welcome!
- More info - 217-440-8452 or 573-985-3703
- You don't have to be a NEMOFOTMAD Member to participate.

More info: www.angelfire.com…

Quincy Area Coin Club Meeting

18 Nov 2008 01:00:00 GMT

Quincy Senior and Family Resource Center
639 York St
Quincy IL
Monday, November 17, 2008, 7pm

Free food, and drinks, and free membership for new members.

TRIAD Meeting Novenber 2008

18 Nov 2008 19:00:00 GMT

Quincy Senior and Family Resource Center
In the Classrooms 639 York Quincy, IL
Tuesday, November 18, 2008, 1 – 2pm

This months meeting will feature an informational talk on Tree Trimming Scams, including information on past tree trimming scams in our area. Representatives from area Tree Trimming Companies, who are Certified Arborists, will be there as well to offer advice and field questions. There will also be an update on new scams at the start of the meeting.

After School Program

18 Nov 2008 21:30:00 GMT

Quincy Art Center
1515 Jersey
Quincy
Tuesday, November 18, 2008, 3:30 – 5pm

Kindergarten through 3rd, 3:30 - 5:00
$40 non-members, $35 members
Students in our after school program will learn a variety of art processes. They will work with a variety of media to develop their craftsmanship, team work and problem solving skills. A snack are provided. . 217-223-5900 for info.

More info: www.quincyartcenter.org

Google Your Brain: Be a Better Caregiver Program

18 Nov 2008 22:00:00 GMT

Quincy Public Library
526 Jersey
Quincy
Tuesday, November 18, 2008, 4 – 7pm

Free Caregiver Program that teaches participants how our brain works, what is normal, and what we may encounter with changes of Alzheimer's disease. Attendees can learn new techniques that will improve the lives of those with Alzheimer's.

Internet Safety: Awareness is the Answer - FREE

19 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

John Wood Community College
Tuesday, November 18, 2008, 6pm

Call 217/641-4941 to register for this free course. Learn how your child socializes online, obtain information about MySpace & Facebook, cyber bullying and lots more! Space is limited so call now!

More info: www.jwcc.edu

QU Blood Drive

19 Nov 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Student Center-Lower Level of Quincy University
Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 2 – 8pm

Sponsored by QU's Circle K International Club.

*Please park in lot C off of 18th and Elm.

For an appointment, please sign up in the University Cafeteria or call 1-800 GIVE LIFE, prompt 1 or visit: www.givebloodgivelife.org

Unity High School Donkey Basketball Game ~"The Craziest Show on Earth!"

20 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Unity High School Gym
453 W. Collins Street, Mendon, IL
Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 6 – 9pm

Advance tickets are $6.00, and $8.00 at the door. Kids 6 and under are FREE! Contact Amy Schmuck or Tammy Pilkington or any UHS Junior class member to purchase! The proceeds benefit UHS class of 2010.

More info: www.fourstar.lib.il.us…

Pioneer Club, Jr & Sr High Youth Groups!

20 Nov 2008 00:15:00 GMT

1027 S 24th
Quincy
Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 6:15 – 8pm

Please join us on Wednesday evening for our K-6 Pioneer Club, Junior & Senior High Youth Groups. Dinner starts at 6:15; $2.00/person.
If you need a ride, please call the church office! Lots of fun & FAITH in store!

More info: www.fpcq.org

Hannibal AARP Luncheon Meeting

20 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Quality Inn and Suites
Hannibal MO
Thursday, November 20, 2008, 12 – 1am

For reservations and meeting time, call 573-221-3144

Pittsfield United Methodist Church's Turkey Dinner

20 Nov 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Pittsfield United Methodist Church
222 N. Monroe St.
Pittsfield, IL 62363
Thursday, November 20, 2008, 11am – 1pm

Menu: Turkey, Dressing, Mashed Potatoes, Creamed Turnips, Corn, Green Beans, Cranberry Salad, Roll and Pie

November Senior Dance

21 Nov 2008 01:00:00 GMT

Quincy Senior & Family Center, 639 York, Quincy, IL
Thursday, November 20, 2008, 7 – 10pm

Senior Dance sponsored by Blessing Health Systems. Doors open at 6:30pm. Admission is $3.00. The band is Sonny Settles.

Griggsville UMW Old Fashioned Christmas Bazaar

21 Nov 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Griggsville United Methodist Church
Griggsville IL
Friday, November 21, 2008, 10am – 2pm

Yeast Breads, Cakes, Pies, Cookies, Candies, Crafts, Soup, Snadwich & Dessert Lunch. Carryouts available.

Alzheimer's Disease: What You Need to Know

21 Nov 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Pike County Senior Services
225 N. Memorial Street
Pittsfield, IL
Friday, November 21, 2008, 11am – 12:30pm

Free Program. Lunch $4.50 for those under 60; donation accepted for those over 60. Call 228-1111 or 285-6150 for more details.

Pint Sized Picassos

21 Nov 2008 19:00:00 GMT

Quincy Art Center
1515 Jersey St.
Quincy
Friday, November 21, 2008, 1 – 2:30pm

Age 4 and 5, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
$40 non-members, $35 members
(Students must be able to attend class without parent or guardian present.)
Preschoolers will spend time drawing, painting, sculpting, storytelling and exercising their imaginations through creative activities. Pint-Sized Picassos is a great beginning for those who wish to explore the world around them through art. 217-223-5900 for info.

More info: www.quincyartcenter.org

Students Helping Honduras bag groceries to fundraise for service trip

21 Nov 2008 22:30:00 GMT

Niemann Market
101 S Dudley Street, Macomb, IL 61455
Friday, November 21, 2008, 4:30 – 7:30pm

Four WIU students will bag groceries to raise funds for their service trip to El Progreso, Honduras this winter. The cost of the trip is $1,300 per student. While in Honduras, students will construct houses, work at Copprome Orphanage, and care for malnourished babies at Las Mercedes Nutrition Center.

More info: www.studentshelpinghonduras.org

Movies at the Museum

22 Nov 2008 01:00:00 GMT

Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum
Museum Gallery auditorium
120 North Main St.
Hannibal MO
Friday, November 21, 2008, 7 – 8pm

Refreshments will be available for purchase. $3 donation is requested

*A foreign film evening designed to give movie fans the chance to experience some unique film fare.

Info: call 221-9010 or visit the museum’s website at www.marktwainmuseum.org

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

22 Nov 2008 01:30:00 GMT

Macomb Community Theatre
Macomb IL 61455
located 1 1/4 miles south of Macomb High School
Friday, November 21, 2008, 7:30 – 9:30pm

For reservations - email livetheatre@macomb.com or phone 309-837-1828

More info: www.macomb.com…

All you can eat pancake and sausage breakfast

22 Nov 2008 10:30:00 GMT

Philadelphia MO community center
Saturday, November 22, 2008, 4:30am – 1pm

Sponsered by the Marion County R-2 Fire Dept, Donations accepted, If you are a deer hunter stop in before going to the woods, and stop in for lunch later also. We plan on having our brand new fire truck on display also, come out and look it over.

Clark County R-1 Boosters Craft Show

22 Nov 2008 15:00:00 GMT

CCR-1 High School Gym
680 E Main St
Kahoka MO
Saturday, November 22, 2008, 9am – 2pm

Admission is free, but there will be a free will donation.

51st Annual God's Portion Sale

22 Nov 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Ftn. Green United Presbyterian Church, Fountain Green Illinois
Saturday, November 22, 2008, 11am – 1pm

Lunch served: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Menu: Creamed Chicken on Biscuits, Steam Burgers, Chili, Vegetable Soup, assorted pies, Coffee and Tea. Free will donation.

Auction starts @ 1:00 pm. Handmade crafts, homemade baked goods, homemade candies, lots of miscellaneous. Something for everyone.

Turkey Shoot

22 Nov 2008 19:00:00 GMT

Horrabin Hall Gym (Western Illiois University)
Saturday, November 22, 2008, 1 – 3pm

Girls and boys in grades K – 8 will pair up with a parent for a chance to win a Thanksgiving turkey at this fun free throw shooting contest. The winner of each division (K, 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, and 7-8) will receive a frozen turkey to enjoy for the holiday. All entries are on a team basis. Register for parent/child divisions according to your child’s grade. The cost of the Turkey Shoot will be $5 per parent/child team. If you have more than one child you would like to participate with an additional $3 will be charged per child. The deadline to register for Turkey Shoot is Tuesday, November 18. For more information the Turkey Shoot call the Macomb Park District Office at 309-833-4562.

More info: www.parks.macomb.com

Soup Supper

22 Nov 2008 22:30:00 GMT

Durham United Methodist Church
Durham MO
Saturday, November 22, 2008, 4:30pm

Soups include; Oyster, Chili, and vegetable, Maidrites and deserts will also be served. Free will donation.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

23 Nov 2008 01:30:00 GMT

Macomb Community Theatre
Macomb IL 61455
located 1 1/4 miles south of Macomb High School
Saturday, November 22, 2008, 7:30 – 9:30pm

For reservations - email livetheatre@macomb.com or phone 309-837-1828

More info: www.macomb.com…

Community of Christ Church Thanksgiving Dinner

23 Nov 2008 01:30:00 GMT

3524 S 36th St
Quincy IL
Saturday, November 22, 2008, 7:30 – 8:30pm

Adults - $8, Children - $4

St. Brigid's Turkey Dinner

23 Nov 2008 17:00:00 GMT

St. Brigid's Church Hall
Liberty, IL
Sunday, November 23, 2008, 11am – 2pm

Buffet Style
Adults-$9 Ages 6-10 $4 Ages 5 & under-Free
Turkey-Dressing-Apple Salad-Mashed potatoes & gravy-Green beans-corn-desserts-coffee & tea

Pat Graham Spirit of Christmas Toy Drive

23 Nov 2008 18:30:00 GMT

American Legion Hall
Mendon IL
Sunday, November 23, 2008, 12:30 – 4pm

Grandma worked at the Quincy Wal-Mart for over 20 years and she would buy presents for families that didn't have much. She passed away in April, so we are wanting to carry on her Christmas Spirit by having a Toy Drive in her memory. Here is the information:

We will have a free will donation soup supper, activities for the kids, Santa's Cutest Little Helper Contest (need the participants pictures for this) and an special appereance by Santa Claus (pictures with Santa will be available for purchase). All proceeds go to by presents and food for a few families in need.

Admission is: 1 wrapped present labeled boy/girl and age, Food items for the family's Christmas Food Baskets

Pat Graham Spirit of Christmas Toy Drive

23 Nov 2008 18:30:00 GMT

American Legion-Mendon, IL
Sunday, November 23, 2008, 12:30 – 4pm

On Sunday, November 23 we are having a memorial toy drive. It will include a free will donation soup supper. We are looking for small sponsors of toys, desserts, and disposable utensils. Admission is 1 wrapped present labeled boy/girl and age and also food donations for food baskets for the families Christmas dinner. Santa will be there for the children to take pictures with. There will be many fun activities for the children.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

23 Nov 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Macomb Community Theatre
Macomb IL 61455
located 1 1/4 miles south of Macomb High School
Sunday, November 23, 2008, 2 – 4pm

For reservations - email livetheatre@macomb.com or phone 309-837-1828

More info: www.macomb.com…

Look Good, Feel Better

24 Nov 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Blessing Cancer Center
Monday, November 24, 2008, 10am – 12pm

This is a free program that teaches beauty techniques to women cancer patients to help enhance their self image during chemotherapy and radiation treatments. Each participant receives a free cosmetic kit donated by the cosmetic industry.

Christian Healing Brown Bag Lunch Class

24 Nov 2008 17:30:00 GMT

Unity Church of Quincy Annex
929 Monroe St
Quincy, IL 62301
Monday, November 24, 2008, 11:30am

Starting on October 6, at 11:30 a.m., Minister Ron Fritts will start leading a weekly class on the Charles Fillmore book "Christian Healing". This was Fillmore’s first book and contains his early ideas on the Twelve Powers and how he originally formulated Unity to be a movement of universal spiritual science based on principles that could be proved and demonstrated.
Bring your lunch if you wish. The class will finish by 1:00 so even if you can’t make it by 11:30, you could come on your lunch hour and be present for most of the class. Books are available at the Resource Center for $15.

More info: www.unitychurchofquincy.org

Wheel Throwing

24 Nov 2008 22:00:00 GMT

Quincy Art Center
1515 Jersy St.
Quincy
Monday, November 24, 2008, 4 – 6pm

Grades 4th - 6th, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
$55 non-members, $50 members

Students will have a great time learning to
throw on the potters wheel as well as strengthen their handbuilding techniques.
All pieces will be fired for permanence.
8 students maximum.

More info: www.quincyartcenter.org

Alzheimer's Association Support Group Meeting

25 Nov 2008 00:30:00 GMT

Quincy Area Branch Office
639 York Street, Room 200
Monday, November 24, 2008, 6:30 – 8pm

Call 228-1111 for more information.

NEMOFOTMAD Monday Night Acoustic Jam Sessions

25 Nov 2008 01:00:00 GMT

BREADEAUX PIZZA
200 North Main Street
Hannibal, MO 63401
Monday, November 24, 2008, 7 – 9pm

- eclectic mix of Irish Trad and Old-Time (Public domain).
- Experienced and novice musicians welcome!
- More info - 217-440-8452 or 573-985-3703
- You don't have to be a NEMOFOTMAD Member to participate.

More info: www.angelfire.com…

After School Program

25 Nov 2008 21:30:00 GMT

Quincy Art Center
1515 Jersey
Quincy
Tuesday, November 25, 2008, 3:30 – 5pm

Kindergarten through 3rd, 3:30 - 5:00
$40 non-members, $35 members
Students in our after school program will learn a variety of art processes. They will work with a variety of media to develop their craftsmanship, team work and problem solving skills. A snack are provided. . 217-223-5900 for info.

More info: www.quincyartcenter.org

Toastmasters Club

26 Nov 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Hall of Fame Room at Quincy University
Wednesday, November 26, 2008, 12pm

Open to all QU faculty and staff as well as graduate and undergraduate students. For more information contact, Charlene Obert at obertch@quincy.edu .

Pioneer Club, Jr & Sr High Youth Groups!

27 Nov 2008 00:15:00 GMT

1027 S 24th
Quincy
Wednesday, November 26, 2008, 6:15 – 8pm

Please join us on Wednesday evening for our K-6 Pioneer Club, Junior & Senior High Youth Groups. Dinner starts at 6:15; $2.00/person.
If you need a ride, please call the church office! Lots of fun & FAITH in store!

More info: www.fpcq.org

Quincy Public Library Closed

27 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Quincy Public Library
Thursday, November 27, 2008

The Quincy Public Library will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Normal hours will resume Friday, November 18 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

More info: www.quincylibrary.org

Pint Sized Picassos

28 Nov 2008 19:00:00 GMT

Quincy Art Center
1515 Jersey St.
Quincy
Friday, November 28, 2008, 1 – 2:30pm

Age 4 and 5, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
$40 non-members, $35 members
(Students must be able to attend class without parent or guardian present.)
Preschoolers will spend time drawing, painting, sculpting, storytelling and exercising their imaginations through creative activities. Pint-Sized Picassos is a great beginning for those who wish to explore the world around them through art. 217-223-5900 for info.

More info: www.quincyartcenter.org

Quincy Public Library Holiday Treelighting Ceremony

28 Nov 2008 21:30:00 GMT

Quincy Public Library
Friday, November 28, 2008, 3:30 – 5pm

Light up your holiday season at the annual Holiday Treelighting Ceremony!
Create a personalized goodie bag and fill it with traditional holiday treats! Make your very first Christmas card of the season! Then, lift your voices with the Quincy Notre Dame choir and sing your favorite Christmas carols. Play "Name that Song" to win your chance to flip on the Christmas lights in the award-winning holiday courtyard. As the sun sets, relax by the twinkling lights of the courtyard and enjoy warm cocoa, coffee and cookies.
The Treelighting Ceremony is a great way to ease into your hectic holiday season, so sign up now by calling 223-1309!
Location: Meeting Room
Contact: Kathy Baker
Contact Number: 223-1309 ext. 226

More info: www.quincylibrary.org

Avenue of Lights

29 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Moorman/Wavering Park
Friday, November 28, 2008, 6 – 9:30pm

Avenue of Light open nightly 6:00 p.m. till 9:30 p.m. at Moorman/Wavering Park from Thanksgiving Day thru New Year's Day

More info: www.avenueoflights.com

Avenue of Lights

30 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Moorman/Wavering Park
Saturday, November 29, 2008, 6 – 9:30pm

Avenue of Light open nightly 6:00 p.m. till 9:30 p.m. at Moorman/Wavering Park from Thanksgiving Day thru New Year's Day

More info: www.avenueoflights.com

Avenue of Lights

01 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Moorman/Wavering Park
Sunday, November 30, 2008, 6 – 9:30pm

Avenue of Light open nightly 6:00 p.m. till 9:30 p.m. at Moorman/Wavering Park from Thanksgiving Day thru New Year's Day

More info: www.avenueoflights.com

Christian Healing Brown Bag Lunch Class

01 Dec 2008 17:30:00 GMT

Unity Church of Quincy Annex
929 Monroe St
Quincy, IL 62301
Monday, December 1, 2008, 11:30am

Starting on October 6, at 11:30 a.m., Minister Ron Fritts will start leading a weekly class on the Charles Fillmore book "Christian Healing". This was Fillmore’s first book and contains his early ideas on the Twelve Powers and how he originally formulated Unity to be a movement of universal spiritual science based on principles that could be proved and demonstrated.
Bring your lunch if you wish. The class will finish by 1:00 so even if you can’t make it by 11:30, you could come on your lunch hour and be present for most of the class. Books are available at the Resource Center for $15.

More info: www.unitychurchofquincy.org

Wheel Throwing

01 Dec 2008 22:00:00 GMT

Quincy Art Center
1515 Jersy St.
Quincy
Monday, December 1, 2008, 4 – 6pm

Grades 4th - 6th, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
$55 non-members, $50 members

Students will have a great time learning to
throw on the potters wheel as well as strengthen their handbuilding techniques.
All pieces will be fired for permanence.
8 students maximum.

More info: www.quincyartcenter.org

Avenue of Lights

02 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Moorman/Wavering Park
Monday, December 1, 2008, 6 – 9:30pm

Avenue of Light open nightly 6:00 p.m. till 9:30 p.m. at Moorman/Wavering Park from Thanksgiving Day thru New Year's Day

More info: www.avenueoflights.com

NEMOFOTMAD Monday Night Acoustic Jam Sessions

02 Dec 2008 01:00:00 GMT

BREADEAUX PIZZA
200 North Main Street
Hannibal, MO 63401
Monday, December 1, 2008, 7 – 9pm

- eclectic mix of Irish Trad and Old-Time (Public domain).
- Experienced and novice musicians welcome!
- More info - 217-440-8452 or 573-985-3703
- You don't have to be a NEMOFOTMAD Member to participate.

More info: www.angelfire.com…

After School Program

02 Dec 2008 21:30:00 GMT

Quincy Art Center
1515 Jersey
Quincy
Tuesday, December 2, 2008, 3:30 – 5pm

Kindergarten through 3rd, 3:30 - 5:00
$40 non-members, $35 members
Students in our after school program will learn a variety of art processes. They will work with a variety of media to develop their craftsmanship, team work and problem solving skills. A snack are provided. . 217-223-5900 for info.

More info: www.quincyartcenter.org

Avenue of Lights

03 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Moorman/Wavering Park
Tuesday, December 2, 2008, 6 – 9:30pm

Avenue of Light open nightly 6:00 p.m. till 9:30 p.m. at Moorman/Wavering Park from Thanksgiving Day thru New Year's Day

More info: www.avenueoflights.com

Avenue of Lights

04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Moorman/Wavering Park
Wednesday, December 3, 2008, 6 – 9:30pm

Avenue of Light open nightly 6:00 p.m. till 9:30 p.m. at Moorman/Wavering Park from Thanksgiving Day thru New Year's Day

More info: www.avenueoflights.com

Pioneer Club, Jr & Sr High Youth Groups!

04 Dec 2008 00:15:00 GMT

1027 S 24th
Quincy
Wednesday, December 3, 2008, 6:15 – 8pm

Please join us on Wednesday evening for our K-6 Pioneer Club, Junior & Senior High Youth Groups. Dinner starts at 6:15; $2.00/person.
If you need a ride, please call the church office! Lots of fun & FAITH in store!

More info: www.fpcq.org

Personal Assistant Training

04 Dec 2008 15:00:00 GMT

West Central Illinois Center for Independent Living
300 Maine, Suite 104
Quincy, Il 62301
Thursday, December 4, 2008, 9am – 3pm

Applications must be completed by December 1st

More info: www.wcicil.org

Avenue of Lights

05 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Moorman/Wavering Park
Thursday, December 4, 2008, 6 – 9:30pm

Avenue of Light open nightly 6:00 p.m. till 9:30 p.m. at Moorman/Wavering Park from Thanksgiving Day thru New Year's Day

More info: www.avenueoflights.com

Pint Sized Picassos

05 Dec 2008 19:00:00 GMT

Quincy Art Center
1515 Jersey St.
Quincy
Friday, December 5, 2008, 1 – 2:30pm

Age 4 and 5, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
$40 non-members, $35 members
(Students must be able to attend class without parent or guardian present.)
Preschoolers will spend time drawing, painting, sculpting, storytelling and exercising their imaginations through creative activities. Pint-Sized Picassos is a great beginning for those who wish to explore the world around them through art. 217-223-5900 for info.

More info: www.quincyartcenter.org

Avenue of Lights

06 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Moorman/Wavering Park
Friday, December 5, 2008, 6 – 9:30pm

Avenue of Light open nightly 6:00 p.m. till 9:30 p.m. at Moorman/Wavering Park from Thanksgiving Day thru New Year's Day

More info: www.avenueoflights.com

Blessed Sacrament Parish Holiday Bazaar

06 Dec 2008 15:00:00 GMT

Knights of Columbus
700 S 36th St
Quincy IL
Saturday, December 6, 2008, 9am – 3pm

Wreaths, Arts & Crafts, Handmade Items, Floral Arrangements, Bake Sale, Jewelry Sale, Raffle, Photo With Santa, Kids Corner, Lunch Available, Music.

Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis

06 Dec 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Quincy Mall, 33rd & Broadway
Saturday, December 6, 2008, 10am

Come jingle with us, 10:00 a.m., at the Quincy Mall. The 5K race begins in back of the mall, and winds around beautiful Moorman and Wavering Parks. Registration starts at 8:30. $20 per person, $23 race day. Call the Arthritis Foundation at 217 228-3208 for details and a registration form, or go to
jinglebellquincy.com

More info: www.jinglebellquincy.com

Avenue of Lights

07 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Moorman/Wavering Park
Saturday, December 6, 2008, 6 – 9:30pm

Avenue of Light open nightly 6:00 p.m. till 9:30 p.m. at Moorman/Wavering Park from Thanksgiving Day thru New Year's Day

More info: www.avenueoflights.com

17th Annual Holiday Concert

07 Dec 2008 01:00:00 GMT

John Wood Community College
Quincy, IL
Saturday, December 6, 2008, 7 – 8pm

Event type: Concert
Ticket Phone: 217-641-4109
Contact: Terri Meyer: tmeyer@jwcc.edu
More info: http…

Holiday Ball

07 Dec 2008 01:00:00 GMT

Spirit Hollow Clubhouse, Burlington, IA
Saturday, December 6, 2008, 7pm

Potowonok Circle of the King's Daughters sponsors its annual holiday dance, cocktail buffet, and silent auction to raise funds for local charitable projects. Tickets ($30 per person in advance, $35 at door)available at selected merchants in Fort Madison and Burlington.

17th Annual Holiday Concert

07 Dec 2008 20:00:00 GMT

John Wood Community College
Quincy, IL
Sunday, December 7, 2008, 2 – 3pm

Event type: Concert
Ticket Phone: 217-641-4109
Contact: Terri Meyer: tmeyer@jwcc.edu
More info: http…

Avenue of Lights

08 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Moorman/Wavering Park
Sunday, December 7, 2008, 6 – 9:30pm

Avenue of Light open nightly 6:00 p.m. till 9:30 p.m. at Moorman/Wavering Park from Thanksgiving Day thru New Year's Day

More info: www.avenueoflights.com

17th Annual Holiday Concert

08 Dec 2008 01:00:00 GMT

John Wood Community College
Quincy, IL
Sunday, December 7, 2008, 7 – 8pm

Event type: Concert
Ticket Phone: 217-641-4109
Contact: Terri Meyer: tmeyer@jwcc.edu
More info: http…

Trinity Church Lessons & Carols

08 Dec 2008 01:00:00 GMT

Trinity Church
24th & Cherry
Quincy IL
Sunday, December 7, 2008, 7 – 8pm

Christmas Scripture and Song Celebration

Christian Healing Brown Bag Lunch Class

08 Dec 2008 17:30:00 GMT

Unity Church of Quincy Annex
929 Monroe St
Quincy, IL 62301
Monday, December 8, 2008, 11:30am

Starting on October 6, at 11:30 a.m., Minister Ron Fritts will start leading a weekly class on the Charles Fillmore book "Christian Healing". This was Fillmore’s first book and contains his early ideas on the Twelve Powers and how he originally formulated Unity to be a movement of universal spiritual science based on principles that could be proved and demonstrated.
Bring your lunch if you wish. The class will finish by 1:00 so even if you can’t make it by 11:30, you could come on your lunch hour and be present for most of the class. Books are available at the Resource Center for $15.

More info: www.unitychurchofquincy.org

Wheel Throwing

08 Dec 2008 22:00:00 GMT

Quincy Art Center
1515 Jersy St.
Quincy
Monday, December 8, 2008, 4 – 6pm

Grades 4th - 6th, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
$55 non-members, $50 members

Students will have a great time learning to
throw on the potters wheel as well as strengthen their handbuilding techniques.
All pieces will be fired for permanence.
8 students maximum.

More info: www.quincyartcenter.org

Avenue of Lights

09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Moorman/Wavering Park
Monday, December 8, 2008, 6 – 9:30pm

Avenue of Light open nightly 6:00 p.m. till 9:30 p.m. at Moorman/Wavering Park from Thanksgiving Day thru New Year's Day

More info: www.avenueoflights.com

NEMOFOTMAD Monday Night Acoustic Jam Sessions

09 Dec 2008 01:00:00 GMT

BREADEAUX PIZZA
200 North Main Street
Hannibal, MO 63401
Monday, December 8, 2008, 7 – 9pm

- eclectic mix of Irish Trad and Old-Time (Public domain).
- Experienced and novice musicians welcome!
- More info - 217-440-8452 or 573-985-3703
- You don't have to be a NEMOFOTMAD Member to participate.

More info: www.angelfire.com…

After School Program

09 Dec 2008 21:30:00 GMT

Quincy Art Center
1515 Jersey
Quincy
Tuesday, December 9, 2008, 3:30 – 5pm

Kindergarten through 3rd, 3:30 - 5:00
$40 non-members, $35 members
Students in our after school program will learn a variety of art processes. They will work with a variety of media to develop their craftsmanship, team work and problem solving skills. A snack are provided. . 217-223-5900 for info.

More info: www.quincyartcenter.org

Avenue of Lights

10 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Moorman/Wavering Park
Tuesday, December 9, 2008, 6 – 9:30pm

Avenue of Light open nightly 6:00 p.m. till 9:30 p.m. at Moorman/Wavering Park from Thanksgiving Day thru New Year's Day

More info: www.avenueoflights.com

Eating Healthy over the Holidays

10 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Mt Sterling YMCA
Route 99 South
Mt Sterling IL
Tuesday, December 9, 2008, 6pm

Remove the stress of Holiday eating by planning now. Join us and learn how to make healthier holiday foods for your office party or family gathering. Plus sample recipes of healthy versions of your holiday favorites. Pre-registration is required by December 5th. Cost is $5. Make you check payable to University of Illinois Extension and send to University of Illinois Extension, Adams/Brown Unite, 330 S 36th St, Quincy IL 62301 or register online at web.extension.uiuc.edu…

Avenue of Lights

11 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Moorman/Wavering Park
Wednesday, December 10, 2008, 6 – 9:30pm

Avenue of Light open nightly 6:00 p.m. till 9:30 p.m. at Moorman/Wavering Park from Thanksgiving Day thru New Year's Day

More info: www.avenueoflights.com