Community notices crowd Dixon county events and clubs
Dixon Christian Singles meet at Immanuel Lutheran Church at 7 p.m. A diabetic clinic runs 7 to 9 p.m. at KSB Hospital. Dixon Public Library hosts Hollywood Classic at 6:30 p.m. An organizing unit of United Methodist Women calls to prayer on Friday Feb 16. Minnie Bell Rebekah Lodge meets at Loveland at 2 p.m. Oregon Woman's Club hosts Winning Wheels card party at Senior Citizens Center at 1 p.m. Freeport Area Singles holds a Valentine's dance at Red Cedar at 8 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous meets at Loveland at 7:30 p.m. Bridge group for men and women meets at Lee County Senior Center at 1 p.m. Blackhawk Bridge Club meets at Mount Morris Senior Center at 1 p.m. Dixon Welcome Wagon promotes "I Do I Do" in Dixon.
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Young Mothers’ Club
Elaine O’shaughnessy
Lee County Red Cross
St. Patrick’s Church
Amboy
United Methodist Wesleyan Society
Fellowship Hall
Dixon
Loveland
Northern Ill
Ksb Hospital
Dixon Christian
Immanuel Lutheran Church
KSB
Dixon Public Library
Hollywood Classic Film
United Methodist Church — Organization of United Methodist Women
Minnie Bell Rebekah Lodge
Oregon Woman's Club
Senior Citizens Center
Freeport Area
Red Cedar
Narcotics Anonymous
Wome
Lee County Senior Center
Blackhawk Bridge Club
Mount Morris Senior Center
Dixon Welcome Wagon
Freeport
Galena Ave
Paula Pittsley
Pittsley
Dixon area clubs and meetings schedule
Golden Corral hosts a 7 p.m. Dixon Sports Booster’s Club meeting at DHS Library. Lee County Historical Society meets in Loveland at 7:30 p.m. Lunch at the Dixon Public Library at 12:30. LaLeche League gathers at United Methodist Church nursery at 10 a.m. Adult Children of Alcoholics meets at Immanuel Lutheran Church at 7 p.m.
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Golden Corral
Dixon Sports Booster’s Club
DHS
Lee County Historical Society
Loveland
Dixon Public Library
LaLeche League
United Methodist Church
Immanuel Lutheran Church
Franklin Grove Friendship Club Meeting at St. Paul's
The Franklin Grove Friendship Club will meet at St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Activities include a quiet day in the fellowship hall and a 9:30 a.m. event at Theatre followed by an 8 p.m. session and a 2 p.m. closing period.
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Fellowship Hall
Franklin Grove
Dixon Weekend Events Highlight Community Activities
On Saturday February 17 Dixon hosts a Welcome Wagon event and a stage performance of I Do I Do at 8 p.m. at the Dixon Theatre. The day also offers an OA meeting at KSB Hospital and a Children's Story Hour at the Public Library from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. A free supper is planned at First General Baptist Church, 1403 Hemlock, at 5:30 p.m. Rochelle DAR meets at 1 p.m. at Mrs. Fred Horner's home.
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Dixon Welcome Wagon
Dixon Theatre
Overeaters Anonymous
KSB Hospital
Dixon Public Library
First General Baptist Church
Hemlock
Rochelle Dar
Fred Horner
Lee County Council on Aging Scramble Supper
Sunday February 18 the Lee County Council on Aging hosts a scramble supper at the Senior Center from 3 to 6 p.m. Funds support senior programs and meals. Community members are invited to attend and enjoy a meal while supporting local seniors.
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Lee County Council On Aging
Grange to host dues paying dinner in Dixon
The Rock River Grange will host a dues paying dinner for members and guests at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Golden Corral. The Dixon Public Library screens Hooray for Hollywood at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Marilyn Monroe star, free to the public. Dixon Christian Singles meet Thursday at Immanuel Lutheran Church at 7 p.m. for open discussion. info from Paul or Mary.
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Rock River Grange
Golden Corral
Dixon Public Library
Hollywood
Marilyn Monroe
Dixon
Poe Named Top Student at Faith Christian School
Amanda Poe of Mount Morris is January student of the month at Faith Christian School. A freshman, she excels in biology algebra I English U.S. History Bible and typing. She plays girls volleyball and basketball and plans a future in the U.S. Air Force pursuing a law degree.
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Amanda Poe
George Poe
Mount Morris
Faith Christian School
Poe
U.S
U.S. Air Force
Mardi Gras Festivities Start February 17 Across Regions
The Mardi Gras season begins February 17 with parades floats and balls. New Orleans hosts the largest celebration known as The Greatest Free Show on Earth, with Rex the King of the Carnival directing festivities. Cities like Mobile and Biloxi also stage vibrant events. In New Orleans the city plans 10 days of celebration February 17 to 27 with about 60 parades and a citywide masked party on Fat Tuesday. The season draws over one million visitors and involves tens of thousands of residents in organizing and parade work. Beads doubloons and cups will be tossed as revelers shout Throw me something mister.
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America
le Moyne d’Iberville
New Orleans
Rex
Mobile
Ala
Biloxi
Miss
Mississippi
Gulf Coast Carniva Association
Snakes as Pets and Family Ties in Ann Landers Column
A reader argues pythons are friendly but warns bites occur when misused, stressing secure cages and supervision. The letter also includes reflections on motherly roles, in laws, and a grandmother’s prayer, with Ann Landers offering concise replies and guidance.
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Ann Landers
Hartford
Pennsylvania
Penn
Chicago Events of 1990 Return of Major City Calendar
A reader guide lists major Chicago events for 1990 with venues and contact numbers. Highlights include the Italy photography exhibit, Air and Water Show, Navy Pier festivals, the Chicago Jazz Festival, Bolshoi Ballet, Shedd Aquarium opening, Bears home games, and the Chicago International Film Festival among others hosted by public libraries, parks, museums, and city venues.
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Chicago
Chicago Tourism Council
Italy
Chicago Public Library Cultural Center
North Avenue Beach
North Dearborn
Dearborn St
Navy Pier
Chicago Mackinac Island
Monroe Street Harbor
Harmon Foundation
Oz Park
Webster, Larrabee & Lincoln
Springfield
Grant Park
Rush Street
Oak
S. King Drive
Washington Park
O’hare Expo Center
Petrillo Music Shell
Chicago Federation of Labor
Dearborn
Wacker
Congress
Chicago Sun
Lakefront
Grand
Bolshoi Ballet
Arie Crown Theater
John G. Shedd Aquarium
Ed Paschke
Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago Bears
Soldier Field
National Machine Tool Builders
McCormick Place
Jackson & Columbus
Winslow Homer
Terra Museum of American Art
Matisse
Berghoff Oktoberfest
Adams
State
Chicago Historical Society
Lyric Opera of Chicago
Civic Center For Performing Arts
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Orchestra Hall
Chicago Stadium
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Rock River Valley
Dixon Telegraph
S. Peoria Ave
Alanon
THE
Methodist Women
First
United Methodist Church — Organization of
United Methodist Women
All Circle
Friendship Supper Club
Dorothy
Masonic Lodge
Order of the Eastern Star
Dixon Masonic Lodge
Tracey Stinson
Lucille Peacock
Dixon Area
Becky
Karen
Garden of Eden
Kevin
Toronto
Arlington
Creators Syndicate, Inc
O'Hare Expo Center
Washington School
Kandi Behan
Pat Bothe
Emily Farrell
Heidi Hadaway
Latashia Penny
Brandi Richard
Heather Ryan
LeAnn Weinreich
Chad Vance
Luke Cunningham
Micah Dunphy
Jamie Hey
Christy Leadman
Katie McBride
Jessica McCarver
Almond Zenaida
Michael Guttman
Jeff Johnson
Philip Lennon
Melissa Trotter
Steven
Courtney DeValle
Brad Feldott
Nick Thrasher
Cheryl Daniels
Chris Kelly
Sean Welker
Laura Flaherty
Philip Hoff
Sarah Holmer
Patrick McBride
Casey McCollum
Adam Verner
Angie Williams
Justin Young
Simeon Dieterle
Jacob Stegmaier
Tanya Diaz
Phayvanh Khanthrath
Adam Priddy
Jason Chapman
Amy King
Jaclyn Krull
Christie Trotter
Ryan Byrnes
Laura Harbach
Amie Harrison
Alan Knudson
Michael Nagy
Mindy Venners
Jed Lee Superior
Chris Chapman
Heather Charleston
Lisa Clayton
Jennifer Kersten
Rachel Sypniewski
Ryan Grygiel
Michael Padgett
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