This naked, 2-foot-tall, evergreen tree is pleading for someone to take it home, dress and embellish it, and return it to its companions in the Christmas Tree Walk Silent Auction fundraiser. Dozens of decorated trees will gather in the lobby of Wells Fargo Bank, 100 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, beginning
Chris Vanderleest, left, representing Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, presented a check to Morrison Hospital Foundation Marketing Director Mick Welding, CEO Pam Pfister, and Foundation Board member Kelly Vegter on Friday, November 14, 2014. Welding remarked, “Thrivent was one of our sponsors of the Jitterbug for the ER fundraising event[, held
Chris Vanderleest, left, representing Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, presented a check to Mick Welding, Morrison Hospital Foundation Marketing Director; CEO Pam Pfister; Foundation Board member Kelly Vegter on ????. Thrivent was one of the sponsors of the “Jitterbug for the ER” fundraising event, held ????. Welding stated, “Because of
Family Chef, 701 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, is the venue for a free pancake breakfast, with coffee or tea, to benefit Robert Fulton of Morrison. The meal is Monday, November 24, 2014, from 7:00 to 11:00 a.m. All donations will go toward his medical expenses. Fulton has not been able
Wilson Greenhouses & Florist, 103 N. Heaton Street, Morrrison, IL, extends an invitation to get ready for Christmas, during their “Holiday Happenings” event, Friday, November 14, and Saturday, November 15, 2014. Their door is open to a wonderland of beauty–home and Christmas decor, gift items, live plants, silk arrangements, and
Take note of the generous people around town with new haircuts. Cosmetologists from seven local salons devised a two-day opportunity for the community to offer financial support to barber Tommy Vogel, on Monday, November 10, and Tuesday, November 11, 2014. Vogel is recuperating from heart surgery but remains hospitalized in
“Saving Mr. Banks” is an intoxicating feel-good movie for young-at-heart adults, inspired by the making of the film “Mary Poppins.” Beginning at 2:00 p.m., the movie will be shown in the Odell Public Library Program Room, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, on Tuesday, November 18, 2014.. The movie
Join Pleasant View Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in raising money for St. Judes Children’s Research Hospital. On Wednesday, November 12, 2104, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., enjoy a cup of chili, cookies, and a drink for $5. All proceeds will be donated. The location is 500 N. Jackson
Have you ever thought you’d like to write a novel? Why not start today? Odell Public Library is pleased to host local independent author Amanda McNeill on Thursday, November 20, 2014, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the Program Room. The library is located at 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison,
One iconic feature of the Christmas season is a representation of the Nativity, the site of the birth of Jesus Christ. Currently, there are several detailed “models” of this scene on display in the Windmill Cultural Center, 111 Tenth Avenue, Fulton, IL. There is no admission to view the finely-detailed,
The devastation of World War I, deemed “The War to End All Wars” instigated the origin of Armistice Day to honor those who fought and died. An armistice means arms–weapons–are laid down, and fighting ceases. It is not a surrender. Armistice Day began November 11, 1918, to commemorate the end
Experienced Odell Public Library Book and Bake Sale shoppers come to the annual event with cardboard boxes. This creates ease of transport of bargain-priced reading material and homemade bakery items. All ages and people of varied interests enjoy the hunt. If you missed the sale on Saturday, November 8, 2014,
On a bright Saturday afternoon, November 8, 2014, about a dozen members of the Morrison Fire Department (MFD) gathered for a unique training, at 8:00 a.m. They planned to rip apart three vehicles in an “Extrication Rescue Simulation.” The result of one of those systematic deconstruction efforts is shown at
Remember the novelty and convenience of drive-in restaurants with car-hop service? Recreate that experience at the Morrison Fire Station, 206 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, on Saturday, November 22, 2014. Between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., firefighters will host a drive-through sandwich sale. Enter from W. Main; exit onto U.
On Sunday, November 16, 2014, churches in Morrison, IL, will present the seventh annual “We Sing for Their Supper” community concert. Sponsored by the Morrison Ministers Council, the concert will be held at Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 6:00 p.m. A free-will offering