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Strasburg Breakfast, Craft Fair Saturday
If you’re hungry, if you’re 'Looking for Lincoln' or if you’re ready to celebrate, Strasburg is the place to be. The public is invited to attend the second annual “all you can eat” pancake and sausage breakfast and craft fair on Saturday, Nov. 14 from 6 to 11 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.
At the event, hosted by Strasburg Community Action Network (SCAN), there will also be a celebration for the village’s first place Governor’s Home Town Award. The road sign and first place Governor’s Hometown Award plaque will be on display.
The event is free, but there will be the opportunity for a free will donation. Door prizes will be given away throughout the morning.
The craft fair will be held from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. For questions or to secure free booth space contact Barb Ohnesorge at (217) 644-2425 or Lisa Rincker at (217) 644-3123.
On this same day at 10 a.m. the new “Looking for Lincoln” storyboard will be dedicated at the Strasburg Park. This storyboard was one of six exhibits for Shelby County paid for by the Looking for Lincoln Heritage Coalition grant, matching monies from local entities and the Bicentennial Commission. The public is welcome to attend the dedication and view the new sign.
Watch for additional news and information at www.strasburgil.com.
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