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• E-mail: jpallay@nwitimes.com.

• Fax: (219) 933-3249.

• Address: 601 45th Ave., Munster, IN 46321.

• Questions? Call (219) 937-5741.

Settlers Day | South Holland

Step back in time and experience what life was like for the pioneers and other early Americans at Sand Ridge Nature Center's 36th annual Settlers Day celebration from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 23 at 15891 Paxton Ave. The Cook County Forest Preserve's Sand Ridge Nature Center will be transformed into a setting depicting pioneer life in America during the early 1800s. This special event is free; but donations of money or nonperishable foods to benefit the Greater Chicago Food Depository will be accepted at the nature center building.

FYI: (708) 868-0606 or visit www.fpdcc.com.

Concert | Chicago

The St. Xavier University Symphonic Orchestra will perform at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 21 at the Rehearsal Performance Space in the Warde Academic Center at SXU's Chicago campus, 3700 W. 103rd St. The ensemble will perform Beethoven's Symphony No. 6 in F major (Op. 68), Verdi's Overture to La Forza del Destino, Grainger's Mock Morris, and Sullivan's Overture to the HMS Pinafore.General admission is $6 and $5 for seniors and visiting students.

FYI: (773) 298-3421.

Theater production | Chicago

St. Florian School presents a professional theater production Nov. 22 in St. Florian's Gymnasium, at 131st and Houston avenues in Chicago's Hegewisch neighborhood. From the makers of Late Nite Catechism, Sisters Christmas Catechism "The Mystery of the Magi's Gold" will be performed. Dinner will be served from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Cost is $30 adults and $20 for children ages 10 to 13. Ticket sales will benefit St. Florian School's new Art & Music Program provided by the Beverly Arts Center's Community Outreach Program.

FYI: (773) 646-2868 or (773) 646-4877 to reserve tickets.

Frosty fun | Lansing

Famlies can have a seasonal evening with a movie, craft and songs from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Jan. 16 at Lan-Oak Park District's Eisenhower Center, 2550 178th St. The registration deadline is Nov. 21.

FYI: (708) 474-8552.

Spaghetti Fest | East Chicago

American Legion Auxiliary Allied Unit 369 will have its annual Spaghetti Fest from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 7 p.m. Nov. 21 at the post, 1401 W. Chicago Ave. It's $6 per person. A silent auction and bake sale will also take place. Tickets can be purchased at the door.

FYI: (219) 398-1802.

Science fair | Chicago

Chicago Public Library's Hegewisch branch will host a program titled Science Chicago at 10 a.m. Dec. 2 at the library, 3048 E. 130th St. Children can attend this fast-paced, funny and engaging science demonstration program. Kids will learn about science fair projects and the scientific method. They will learn more about conservation and incorporating being green into doing science fair projects. Registration is required.

FYI: (312) 747-0046.

Gingerbread fun | Lansing

Grandparents can bring their grandchildren for an evening of Gingerbread Fun from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Dec. 5 at Lan-Oak Park District. Registration deadline is Nov. 28 and the fee is $25 for residents, $30 nonresidents. It's for ages 10 and younger.

FYI: (708) 474-8552.

Combat Classic | Hammond

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott Jr., Hammond Parks & Recreation, and Corral's Martial Arts will host the return of Corral's Combat Classic Nov. 22 at the Hammond Civic Center, 5825 S. Sohl Ave. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. General admission is $35. The action features fighters Jared "The Spider" McMahan and Ryan "The Butcher" Brown. Team Corral showcases a Brazilian jiu-jitsu, full contact fighting style. Tickets are available at the Hammond Civic Center Box Office or locations of Corral's Martial Arts at 814 Cedar Parkway in Schererville and 265 Morthland Drive in Valparaiso. Only cash can be used as payment.

FYI: (219) 688-7363 or visit www.c3fighter.com.

Wounded Healers | Highland

A new program titled The Holidays are Coming! (But what about my grief?) will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. Nov. 23 at St. James Hall, 9640 Kennedy Ave. It is sponsored by the Wounded Healers grief support program. Reservations are requested.

FYI: Call (219) 924-5577.

Luncheon | Highland

Gloria Dei Church will host a community Thanksgiving luncheon from 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 22 at the church, 3711 Ridge Road. There is no charge and everyone welcome.

FYI: (219) 838-5313.

Luncheon | Gary

TradeWinds will honor an Ambassador of the Year during its luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 20 at Ameristar Casino in East Chicago. The Ambassador of the Year is chosen based on the amount of business that is completed throughout the year at the sign shop and for community involvement

FYI: (219) 949-4000.

TURKEY GIVEAWAY | Gary

In celebration of the Thanksgiving season, New Beginning Outreach Ministries will hold its Third Annual Community Turkey Giveaway from 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 22 at 2480 Broadway. One turkey per household will be distributed until they run out. Bring identification. There will also be a clothing give away for men, women and children, and music and prayer throughout the event.

FYI: (219) 881-9660 or Gwen Williams at (219) 886-9912.

Jewelry class | Hammond

Lora Cairo, a jewelry designer and exhibitor at Paul Henry's Art Gallery and Studios, will be offering a jewelry-making class at 12:30 p.m. Nov. 23 at the gallery, 416 Sibley St. This will be an adult beginner level class. Materials and tools will be provided and the gallery will offer refreshments. There will be space for up to 15 students; a $10 deposit is needed to reserve a spot. Students will gain a foundation on which to pursue jewelry making. To RSVP, contact Cairo directly at (773) 320-9201 or e-mail her at Cairo84@aol.com.

FYI: (219) 932-0165.

Free programs | Munster

The Cancer Resource Centre offers free education programs and support groups for those with a cancer diagnosis and their families. Yoga will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Nov. 24 for beginners or accomplished meditators. The Centre is at 900 Ridge Road, Suite J. Registration is required for any educational or networking group.

FYI: (219) 836-3349.

Community thanks | Griffith

First Christian Church of Griffith, 202 W. Pine St., will be hosting a free community Thanksgiving dinner starting at noon and ending at 2 p.m. Nov. 27. Meals can be delivered to shut-ins. RSVP.

FYI: (219) 924-6840.

FESTIVAL OF TREES | Munster

Deadline for reservations is Nov. 24 for the 20th Anniversary Celebration of the Festival of

Trees at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road. This always sold-out event is sponsored by the Women's Association of the Northwest Indiana Symphony Society. A seven-foot designer decorated holiday tree will be raffled at the gourmet luncheon. Musical entertainment will be provided by the Emerson School for Visual and Performing Arts Concert Choir and other activities are planned.

FYI: (219) 836-0525.

CRAFTERS WANTED | St. John

Crafters are being sought for the Lake Central Band Boosters' annual holiday craft fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 13 at Lake Central High School on U.S. 41. Nearly 2,000 visitors attended last year. Spaces are still available, but they are filling up fast. Applications are available on the band website at www.lcband.com/boosters/craftfair.html

FYI: (219) 365-8551, ext. 1640 and leave a message or e-mail questions to vi@lcband.com.