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Artists' month | Chicago

Throughout the month the Southeast Chicago Historical Society Museum, 9801 S. Avenue G, in the Calumet Park Field House, will feature an exhibit of the work of local artists and photographers. Come and see what local artists and photographers have done using the Calumet Region as their subject. Works by Joseph Mulac, Rod Sellers, Gloria Novak and 100th Street muralist Noel Morales will be displayed. The regular hours of the museum are 1 to 4 p.m. on Thursdays. The museum will also be open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 25.

FYI: Visit http://www.neiu.edu/~reseller/.

Open houses | Calumet City, Crete

Nicor Gas will participate in fire department open houses this month. It will present Natural Gas: Safety At Home, an exhibit to provide information about natural gas safety at home. The public is invited to participate in the event, which covers a variety of home safety measures that help prevent fires. Nicor Gas will display hands-on exhibits, such as examples of replacing brass appliance connectors.

Open houses are planned from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 11 at the Crete Township Fire Protection District's Station 2, 25048 Klemme in Crete; and from noon to 3 p.m. Oct. 11 at the Calumet City Fire Department's Station 2, 1250 Pulaski.

FYI: Visit nicorgas.com.

Quilters Plus | Flossmoor

Quilters Plus will meet at 9:30 a.m. today at the Flossmoor Village Hall, 2800 Flossmoor Road. Visitors are welcome.

FYI: Call (708) 877-8901.

Family fiesta | Calumet City

In honor of Hispanic American Month, there will be a family fiesta from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Oct. 10 at Corner of Pulaski and Lincoln avenues. There will be a clown, face-painting, balloons, karaoke and Calumet City Idol.

FYI: Call (708) 828-4053.

Society meets | Homewood

Homewood Historical Society will meet at 7:30 tonight in the lower level of St. Paul Community Church, 18200 Dixie Highway. Following the meeting and a refreshment break, Helen Ehlebracht will discuss the history of Nielsen's Bakery in Homewood, as well as the background of the Nielsen and Ehlebracht families. The meeting and program are free and open to the public.

FYI: Call (708) 799-9055.

Fish dinner | Lansing

United Methodist Men is sponsoring a fish dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 11 at First United Methodist Church, 18420 Burnham Ave.

Tickets cost $8.50 for adults, $4.25 for children, 4 and under eat free.

FYI: Call (708) 474-1144 or visit www.fumclansing.org.

Pancake breakfast | Chicago

The Southeast Lions Club will sponsor a pancake breakfast from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 19 at St. Kevin Hall, 10509 S. Torrence Ave. in Chicago's Southeast Side neighborhood. It's $4 per person for pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee. There will also be a raffle.

FYI: Call (773) 213-3787.

Wrestling | Calumet City

The Calumet Memorial Park District's Wrestling Wolverines are preparing for another season. This program is open to kindergartners through eighth-graders. Practices are held 6:45 until 9 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays and some Saturday mornings. Meets and tournaments are held on weekends. The fee is $50 per participant, and includes uniform, IKWF card and insurance. The Wolverines are offering a free wrestling clinic from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 11 at Memorial Park, 612 Wentworth Ave. Come out and meet the coaches and learn about the program.

FYI: Call (708) 862-6440 or visit calumetmemorialparkdistrict.com.

Fish fry | Lansing

LARC, a nonprofit organization providing services to individuals with developmental disabilities, will be hosting its 16th annual fall fish fry fundraiser from 4 p.m. to midnight Oct. 10 at its facility, 19043 Wentworth Ave. A raffle will be held that evening with the chance to win a total of $2,000 in cash prizes. All proceeds from this event benefit LARC.

FYI: Call (708) 474-1540.

School boards | University Park

The Metropolitan Institute for Leadership in Education at Governors State University is offering a free workshop for people interested in serving on their local school boards from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 11. The workshop presents an overview of the roles and responsibilities of school board members. The workshop will be conducted in Room D1496 at Governors State University, 1 University Parkway.

FYI: Call (708) 534-4024.

Craft show | Burnham

Paul Price AMVETs Post 43 will host a craft fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 12 at 14032 Torrence Ave. Crafters will offer a variety of handmade items including florals, clothing, candy, jewelry and more. Food will be sold and there will be raffles.

FYI: Call (708) 862-9540.

Open houses | Charleston, Ill.

Eastern Illinois University invites all prospective students to get a first-hand look at the campus and its offerings during free open houses on Oct. 13 and Nov. 10. The open houses, sponsored by the Office of Admissions, will provide prospective students and their families the opportunity to meet with faculty and student service personnel; hear from financial aid officers, housing staff and current EIU students; tour the campus, residence halls and Greek Court; and enjoy a complimentary lunch in one of the dining centers.

Check-in will be held from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. in Lantz Arena. A schedule of events and a preregistration form are accessible online at http://www.eiu.edu/~admissions/openhs.php.

FYI: To register by phone, call (877) 581-2348.

MOMS Club | Schererville

MOMS Club of Schererville will have its annual open house from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 10 at the Dyer-Schererville branch of the Lake County Public Library, 1001 W. Lincoln Highway. Moms and children are invited.

FYI: Visit www.Geocities.com/MomsClubSchererville.

Bus trip | Chicago

I Too Sing America of Northwest Indiana will host a bus trip to see "The Marriage Counselor" performed at 3 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Arie Crown Theater. Bus leaves at 2 p.m. Cost is $60.

FYI: Call (219) 306-5041.

Texas Hold 'Em | Hammond

A Texas Hold 'Em tournament is Oct. 11 at Maywood Civic Club, 921 169th St. Doors open and table assignments begin at 6 p.m. First deal is at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30. The public is welcome.

FYI: Call (219) 853-0190.

Crafts | Griffith

St. Mary School will present Harvest of Crafts from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 11 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 12 at St. Mary Hildebrandt Hall, 525 N. Lafayette St. There will be a cafe and bake sale.

FYI: Call (219) 924-8633.

Art event | Munster

Art enthusiasts are invited to attend South Shore Arts Art in Focus group for video and discussion on Pieter Bruegel. It will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 13 in the Bachman Gallery at the Center for Visual & Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road.

FYI: Call (219) 836-1839.

Travel show | Munster

Munster Parks and Recreation is offering a free travel show from 1 to 2 p.m. and 7 to 8 p.m. Oct. 14 at Munster Town Hall, 8810 Ridge Road. Learn about upcoming trips to Spain, Peru, Beijing, Canada and more.

FYI: Call (219) 836-PARK.

Show | Dyer

Faith Theater Company will present "Marmalade Gumdrops" at 10 a.m. Oct. 18 at Faith Church's Dyer campus, 100 81st Ave. Following the show, there will be an opportunity for ages 5 to 12 to participate in improv and acting workshops with members of the drama team.

FYI: Visit www.faithchurchonline.org.

Vendor fair | Schererville

American Business Women's Association, Indinois Chapter, will host a fall vendor fair from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 18 at St. John Township Community Center, 1515 W. Lincoln Highway. They are looking for vendors, crafters and home party consultants. Booths are available.

FYI: Call (219) 769-2927 or (219) 365-9274.

Pancake breakfast | Munster

A flood relief pancake breakfast will be from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 26 at Munster High School in the cafeteria, 8808 Columbia Ave. Donation is $5 per adult, $2 per child. Proceeds will benefit those who are affected by the recent flooding.

FYI: Call (219) 836-1669 or (219) 838-9232.

Arts, crafts | Highland

The Highland Band Boosters will hold its annual fall arts and craft show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 8 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 9 at Highland Middle School. It is $55 for a 10-by-10 space for two days. No vendors. Electricity is available upon request. There will be crafts, concession stand, silent auction and turkey raffles.

FYI: Call (219)-924-2907 or email Jerster69@sbcglobal.net.

Marine Corps ball | Schererville

The United States Marine Corps Birthday Ball will begin at 6 p.m. Nov. 15 at Banquets at St. George, 528 W. 77th Ave. The event will celebrate 233 years of Marine history. It costs $80 per couple, which includes dinner, open bar and dancing. The event is open to the public.

FYI: Call (219) 789-2722.

Turkeyville trip | Munster

Munster Parks and Recreation Department will have a bus trip Nov. 7 to Turkeyville, USA. There will be a homemade turkey buffet along with a Christmas show. It's from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and includes motorcoach transportation. It's $74 for residents, $79 nonresidents. Register at Town Hall, 1005 Ridge Road.

FYI: Call (219) 836-PARK.

View Purdue | Hammond

High school students, recent high school graduates, parents and other adults are invited to explore educational opportunities at a Purdue University Calumet visitation program at 9:30 a.m. Oct. 11. Admission is free at the Calumet Conference Center, at the far south end of campus. Campus tours, including The University Village, Purdue Calumet's student apartment facility, will be held, weather permitting.

FYI: Call (219) 989-2213.

HALLOWEEN PARTY | Dyer

Dyer United Methodist Church is holding its annual children's Halloween Party from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 10 at 2016 Church St. Children from 3 years through fifth grade are invited to wear a costume and participate in games, snacks, crafts and spooky stories, and visit the Fear Factor room. Bring a decorated pumpkin for the pumpkin contest. Prizes will be awarded.

FYI: Call (219) 865-8947 or visit www.dyerumc.org.

SHOP VENDORS | Dyer

Lake Central High School boys' bowling team will host a Vendor Open House fundraiser from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 11 at Stardust Bowl, 1330 Sheffield Ave. Consultants from Tastefully Simple, Mary Kay Cosmetics and JuJuBee Purses and Jewelry will display new fall lines.

FYI: Call (219) 365-1108.

GHOSTS | Crown Point

Gather for an evening of paranormal experiences at 7 p.m. Oct. 15 at the Marian Education Center, St. Anthony Medical Center, 1201 S. Main St. Cher Wright, of Paranormal Sciences, will cover basic theories, experiences, equipment used and information about the paranormal field. Wright is the Northwest Indiana Representative of American Ghost Society. It is a nationwide organization networking professional ghost hunters from all over the country. Wright founded her own group, Paranormal Sciences, and teaches classes on the subject matter in Valparaiso, Portage and Merrillville. Admission is free.

FYI: Call (219) 663-0270.

SUPPORT GROUP | Munster

Support group meetings for flood victims will continue to be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays at St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church, 8601 Harrison Ave. Enter through Door K on the south side of the building. Meetings will be facilitated by licensed social workers. FYI: Call (219) 836-6270.

FALL FEST & CARS | Munster

Third Annual Cruisin' on the Ridge Car Show and Fall Festival will be held from noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 11 at Trinity Reformed Church, Columbia Avenue and Ridge Road. There will be food, snacks and beverages, free pumpkins for children and a classic car show with awards and a goody bag with a dash plaque for the first 100 entries. Car registration is free from 11 to 1:30, or register by phone to secure a spot.

FYI: Call (219) 838-3929 or (219) 923-2524.

MILITARIA SHOW | Crown Point

A Calumet Region Militaria Show will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 11 at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 889 S. Court St. Admission is $4, and free for children 11 and younger with an adult. Buying, selling, trading and appraising; table rental is available.

FYI: Call Merv Wood at (219) 663-7105.

FLEA MARKET | Highland

Highland Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring a flea market from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays, Oct. 11 to Nov. 22, at Lincoln Center. Cost for vendors is $30 per day for a 10-by-10-foot space.

FYI: Call (219) 838-0114.

COMEDY NIGHT | Gary

TNT Productions presents Friday Night Live on Oct. 10 at The Glen Theatre, 20 W. Ridge Road. Live comedy and other showcased talent, with a special guest from Tyler Perry's House of Payne, Monique's Phat Chance and VHi's Flavor of Love. Admission is $15.

FYI: Call (219) 614-9543 for reservations.

Monster Mash | ChicagoThe Hegewisch branch of the Chicago Public Library will host Monster Mash from 3 to 4 p.m. Oct. 29 at the library, 3048 E. 130th St. Children of all ages are invited to participate in a special story time celebration of Halloween.

The Hegewisch branch of the Chicago Public Library will host Monster Mash from 3 to 4 p.m. Oct. 29 at the library, 3048 E. 130th St. Children of all ages are invited to participate in a special story time celebration of Halloween. FYI: Call (312) 747-0046.PRAYER BREAKFAST | GaryFroebel High School Alumni classes of 1960 and 1961 will host a City Wide Prayer Breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 11 at Davis Banquet Hall, 3401 W. 15th Ave. Guest speaker is Eva Williams, president of the Women's Auxiliary General of Missionary Baptist State Convention, and special honorees are members of the class of 1958 and former Froebel educators. Donation is $20.FYI: Call Morris Cruse at (219) 887-9164, Jeanette Pike at (219) 949-6307 or Geneva Poindexter at (219) 884-4406.PARK HAY RIDES | Lake CountyReservations for tractor-drawn hay rides are offered at the following Lake County park sites in September and October: Lemon Lake, Stoney Run, Oak Ridge Prairie, Deep River, and Buckley Homestead County

Parks. Maximum number per ride is 25 adults (more children). Cost on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and holidays is $75 per ride, and from Monday through Thursday it is $50 per ride.Horse-drawn hay rides at Buckley Homestead County Park, 3603 Belshaw Road in Lowell, are $100 per ride (only during daylight hours). Special Needs hay rides are available at Oak Ridge Prairie, 301 S. Colfax St., Griffith, during daylight hours. The hay wagon is able to carry people in wheelchairs. Regular prices apply. Time and day reservations are dependent upon availability of driver. FYI: Call (219) 769-PARK.

FYI: Call (312) 747-0046.

PRAYER BREAKFAST | Gary

Froebel High School Alumni classes of 1960 and 1961 will host a City Wide Prayer Breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 11 at Davis Banquet Hall, 3401 W. 15th Ave. Guest speaker is Eva Williams, president of the Women's Auxiliary General of Missionary Baptist State Convention, and special honorees are members of the class of 1958 and former Froebel educators. Donation is $20.

FYI: Call Morris Cruse at (219) 887-9164, Jeanette Pike at (219) 949-6307 or Geneva Poindexter at (219) 884-4406.

PARK HAY RIDES | Lake County

Reservations for tractor-drawn hay rides are offered at the following Lake County park sites in September and October: Lemon Lake, Stoney Run, Oak Ridge Prairie, Deep River, and Buckley Homestead County Parks. Maximum number per ride is 25 adults (more children). Cost on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and holidays is $75 per ride, and from Monday through Thursday it is $50 per ride.Horse-drawn hay rides at Buckley Homestead County Park, 3603 Belshaw Road in Lowell, are $100 per ride (only during daylight hours). Special Needs hay rides are available at Oak Ridge Prairie, 301 S. Colfax St., Griffith, during daylight hours. The hay wagon is able to carry people in wheelchairs. Regular prices apply. Time and day reservations are dependent upon availability of driver.

FYI: Call (219) 769-PARK.