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ONGOING
TOASTMASTERS | Homewood
Learn to be a fearless speaker by joining The Homewood-Flossmoor Toastmasters. The H-F club meets the first and third Tuesday of the month from 8 to 10 p.m. at The Sylvan Learning Center, 17936 S. Halsted St. in the Park Place Plaza.
FYI: Call Julie at (708) 903-0692
TOPS MEETING | Calumet City
The Calumet City TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meet on Thursdays at Our Lady of Knock Church rectory, one block east of Burnham Avenue on 163rd Street. Weigh-in is at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m.
FYI: Call Carole at (708) 895-4771 or Caroline at (708) 895-7909.
RELAY FOR LIFE | Chicago Heights
Relay for Life of Chicago Heights takes place 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. May 21 at Marian Catholic High School, 700 Ashland Ave.
Cancer survivors are sought to attend the survivor dinner and participate in the opening ceremony.
FYI: Call (708) 633-7770 or visit www.relayforlifechicagoheights.com.
WINTER READING | Lansing
Lansing Public Library's adult winter reading program runs through Jan. 9. Bingo game cards can be picked up at the Adult Services desk anytime between those dates. All participants who complete a reading Bingo game card will receive a free books and entry form for the grand prize drawing.
FYI: Call (708) 474-2447.
RECREATION GUIDE | Calumet City
The Calumet Memorial Park District's Winter/Spring Recreation Guide, featuring information on all of their programs, trips and special events through next May, is now available for viewing and downloading online at www.CalumetMemorialParkDistrict.com.
TODAY
WRITERS GROUP | Lansing
Writers are welcome to join the Lansing Public Library's writers group from 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 2 and Jan. 16. Anyone age 18 or older can join and listen to poems, stories, journaling or anything that participants have written. Critiques can be given if desired. The group offers writing challenges to its members and encourages different types of story ideas. Tips on creative writing and information on publishing will be shared.
FYI: Call (708) 474-2447, ext. 122.
MONDAY
FOOD DRIVE | Crete
Northwoods restaurant, 968 E. Steger Road, is hosting a food drive and Wii raffle to benefit the Crete Food Pantry. Restaurant patrons can receive a raffle ticket for cash or cans. A three-can donation gets a ticket as does a $1 donation. Online donations of $5 for six entries are accepted at www.northwoodssaloon.com. Drawing is Jan. 4.
FYI: Call (708) 672-1167.
WEDNESDAY
BOOK DISCUSSION | Lansing
Discuss "The Christmas Sweater," by Glenn Beck at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 6 at the Lansing Public Library, 2750 Indiana Ave. Book discussions meet in the upper level conference room. Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk. Registration for this free program is required.
FYI: Call (708) 474-2447, ext. 122.
FRIDAY
POLISH FOLK DANCE | Lansing
Watch the Wesoly Lud Polish Folk Dance Ensemble of the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America perform at 6 p.m. Jan. 8 at the Lansing Public Library, 2750 Indiana Ave. The ensemble's repertoire includes full costume regional dances and vocal suites from eastern Krakow, Lowicz and a variety of areas throughout Poland. Registration for this free program requested.
FYI: Call (708) 474-2447 or visit www.lansing.lib.il.us.
JAN. 9
TEXAS HOLD 'EM | Lansing
The Save Schultz Park organization is hosting a Texas Hold 'Em tournament beginning at noon Jan. 9 at Kilroy's Bar and Grill, 3502 Ridge Road. Cost is $35 to buy in with additional buy ins available. Beer and food will be provided by Kilroy's.
FYI: Call Ted for tickets and information at (708) 710-7533.
BOOK SALE | Lansing
Friends of the Lansing Public Library hosts a book sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 9. Members only can purchase from 9 to 10 a.m. and the general public can shop from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fill a bag for $5. The library is at 2750 Indiana Ave.
FYI: Call (708) 474-2447, ext. 122.
JAN. 10
ORCHESTRA AUDITIONS | Munster
Northwest Indiana Symphony Youth Orchestra is open to highly accomplished musicians by audition only. Spring auditions for the 2009-10 season for violin, viola, cello, bass, bassoons, trombone and percussion will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 10. The orchestra offers a select group of young musicians a dynamic and educational musical environment, which places a strong emphasis on artistic excellence, personal growth and providing exceptional performance experiences. Applicants should log on to www.NISOrchestra.org and follow the youth orchestra link for complete audition information and to schedule an audition time.
FYI: Contact Emily Warner at (219) 836-0525, ext. 207 or yo@NISOrchestra.org.
JAN. 12
CHICAGO HISTORY | Lansing
Chicago Tribune columnist Rick Kogan will speak on Daniel Burnham's legacy at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 12 at the Lansing Public Library, 2750 Indiana Ave. Kogan is host of WGN Radio's "Sunday Papers with Rick Kogan." He'll talk about the city behind the skyscrapers, telling stories of people and a city that exists apart from grand plans. Registration for this free program requested.
FYI: Call (708) 474-2447 or visit www.lansing.lib.il.us.
JAN. 17
STAGE PERFORMANCE | Homewood
The Homewood-Flossmoor Park District's The Stage performance of "The Shoes," is offered one day only at 2 p.m. Jan. 17. "The Shoes" tells the story of Marissa, a dancer looking for a dance team, and a wizard, Willard, who offers her magical shoes. The audience will help choose the ending in this interactive performance.
Directed by Dawn Leader-Peloso, "The Shoes" will be performed at the H-F Park District Auditorium, 2010 Chestnut. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for children and seniors. They will be available at the door. Bring in three nonperishable items for a local food pantry and receive $1 off the admission price.
FYI: Call (708) 957-PARK or visit hfparks.com.
FEB. 13
TRIBUTE NIGHT | Lansing
American Legion Post 697, 18255 Grant St., hosts an evening tribute to Elvis, Tom Jones and Rod Stewart from 8 to 11 p.m. Feb. 13. Show stars Irv Cass as Tom Jones and Elvis and Steve Bobbitt as Rod Stewart. Doors open at 6 p.m. and buffet dinner is from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Cash bar. $30 per ticket.
FYI: Contact Chuck Mabry for information and tickets (708) 474-5906 or (708) 895-6101.
