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TODAY
100 WOMEN WANTED | Hammond
The Calumet Corner Chorus of Sweet Adeline International needs singers. No need to read music. Visit from 7 to 10 p.m. any Thursday at Christian Fellowship Church, lower level, 605 165th St.
FYI: Contact Joan at (219) 924-5478 or Pat at (708) 868-6685.
SATURDAY
EDUCATION RALLY | Lansing
Center fielder Curtis Granderson of the New York Yankees is scheduled to speak at a rally for education at 10 a.m. Jan. 30 at Heritage Middle School gymnasium, 19250 Burnham Ave. All children attending must be accompanied by an adult.
FYI: visit www.sd171.org and click on education rally.
SPAGHETTI DINNER | Calumet City
Boy Scout Troop 216 is sponsoring an all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Jan. 30 at St. Victor Church Hall, Hirsch Avenue and Memorial Drive. Dinner includes spaghetti with meat sauce, salad, bread and butter, dessert and beverage. Tickets are $6 for age 13 and older; $4 for children ages 5 through 12 and ages under 4 eat free. Carry-outs are available.
FYI: Call (708) 862-1568.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST | South Holland
An all-you-can-eat breakfast including pancakes, sausage, fruit and beverage options will be served from 6:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 30 at Calvary Community Church, 16341 South Park Ave. Cost is $5 for adults, $3 for children between ages 4 and 10 with a maximum of $15 per family.
FYI: Call (708) 339-1133.
ACHIEVERS YOUTH CORPS | Gary
The African American Achievers Youth Corps is a mentoring, tutorial, entrepreneurial and counseling program for males in sixth through 12th grade. The group meets at 1 p.m. Saturdays at Indiana University Northwest, 3400 Broadway, in Hawthorn 219. Meetings are followed by an hour of basketball from 2 to 3 p.m.
FYI: To enroll in the program contact state Rep. Vernon G. Smith at (219) 887-2046.
BUNCO BLITZ | Hammond
Foresters Branch 1107 hosts a bunco blitz from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Jan. 30 at American Legion Post 232, 6523 Kennedy Ave., serving all-you-can-eat sloppy joes, potato chips, salads and desserts. Cost is $7 for bunco and dinner. Door prizes offered. Tickets at the door.
FYI: Call (219) 932-4342.
SUNDAY
ROCK STARS | Munster
A Calumet Chamber Musicians concert will be presented in conjunction with the South Shore Arts exhibit "The Elvis Tribute Show: A Diamond Jubilee," at 3 p.m. Jan. 31 at The Center for Visual & Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road. This concert of classical music reveals celebrities of the musical past, including Weber, Wagner, Liszt, Prokofiev and baroque master G.P. Telemann. Admission is $15. RSVP.
FYI: Call (219) 836-1839, ext. 100.
FINANCIAL SAVVY | Schererville
Lake Hills Baptist Church is hosting Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University at the family center, 9209 W. 85th Ave. Information meetings take place at 5 p.m. Jan. 31 and 6:30 p.m. Feb. 3 for those interested in attending. The sessions are from 7 to 9 p.m. March 1 through May 24. Registration required.
FYI: (219) 365-4747.
FEB. 4
ANNUITANTS MEET | Whiting
Standard Oil Annuitants Club will meet at 1 p.m. Feb. 4 at American Legion Post 80, 2003 Indianapolis Blvd. A guest speaker will be featured. All new retirees are welcome. The group meets the first Thursday of every month except July and August.
FYI: Call M. Zubak at (219) 661-1944.
PRO-KIDS SHOW | Highland
Our Lady of Grace School, 3025 Highway Ave., will present Tim Hannig's Pro-Kids show at 9 a.m. Feb. 4. Hanning's show is a fast-paced, entertaining one-man act with custom music, amazing illusions, hilarious comedy, storytelling, and audience involvement. This show is more than just entertainment. It has a message for students and families, revealed with wit and warmth. Throughout the unique program, the audience will be reminded of the importance of character traits like honesty, respect, cooperation and responsibility.
FYI: Call (219) 838-2901.
TUTU TO SPEAK | Gary
Human-rights activist Naomi Tutu, daughter of famed anti-apartheid activist Desmond Tutu, will speak at 6 p.m. Feb. 4 in the Savannah Auditorium at Indiana University Northwest, 340 Broadway, to kick off Black History Month observances. Naomi Tutu has served as a development consultant in West Africa and as a coordinator for programs on race and gender and gender-based violence in education at the African Gender Institute at the University of Cape Town. She has also taught at the universities of Hartford and Connecticut and at Brevard College. She began her public speaking career as a college student at Berea College in Kentucky in the 1970s, when she was invited to speak about her experiences growing up in apartheid South Africa. She blends her passion for human dignity with humor and personal stories. Doors to Savannah open at 5:15 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public.
FYI: Call Multicultural Affairs Coordinator Henrietta Moore at (219) 980-6763.
FEB. 6
WINTER EXTRAVAGANZA | Hammond
St. John Bosco School, 1231 171st Place, is hosting an elegant evening of dining, dancing, shopping and games from 6 to 11 p.m. Feb. 6. A silent auction features tickets to sporting events and sports memorabilia, hotel whirlpool suite gift certificates and salon spa gift certificates among other items. Evening costs $25 per person and includes an all-you-can-eat catered meal and one beverage. Donations can be made by calling Dorothy at (219) 775-0689. All proceeds go toward the school.
FYI: For a mailed invitation contact Marissa at (219) 313-2658.
FEB. 7
TEA FUNDRAISER | Hammond
Calumet College of St. Joseph invites the public to its second annual Friend Tea, "Sweets for the Sweet," at 1 p.m. Feb. 7 at the college, 2400 New York Ave. Enjoy an afternoon of tea, savories, sweets, door prizes, basket raffles and more. Bring your own favorite teacup and saucer. Tickets are $25 and proceeds benefit education scholarships. Reservations required.
FYI: Call (219) 473-4318 or e-mail development@ccsj.edu.
FEB. 9
DAUGHTERS OF ISABELLA | Chicago
The Daughters of Isabella, Hegewisch Circle 859 will meet at 1 p.m. Feb. 9 at the St. Columba Social Center, 133rd and Greenbay Avenue. Cake and coffee will be served after the meeting. The next meeting is on March 2.
FYI: (773) 677-7580.
FEB. 13
BLACK HISTORY PROGRAM | Dolton
The Dolton Public Library, 14097 Lincoln Ave., will host a special Black History Month program, An Uncommon Journey, at 2 p.m. Feb. 13. Through an interactive slide show, art historian Jeff Mishur will highlight the major African-American artists and sculptors of the 20th century, and will talk about Chicago's role in the history of African-American art. This free program is appropriate for older students and adults. Seating is limited. Reservations required.
FYI: Call (708) 849-2385.
FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT HOUSE | Oak Park
Experience the decorative arts collection and the intriguing spaces in Frank Lloyd Wright's home and studio. Learn about Wright-designed furniture, vases and light fixtures, his approach to interior design and his fine and decorative arts collected during the early years of his career. Event is at 10 a.m. Feb. 13 at the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio, 951 Chicago Ave. Admission is $20 for Preservation Trust members, $25 for nonmembers. Tickets are available online at GoWright.org or on-site at the Home and Studio Museum Shop.
