Find out all the events going on in your community, and plan your week’s activities with The Times. To get listed in the calendar, contact Northlake community news editor Jeanette Lach at least 10 days in advance.
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WEDNESDAY
DOWNTOWN PLAN MEETING | Hammond
The city of Hammond will host a final public meeting for the recently adopted Downtown Plan from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Jan. 13 at Indiana Dabney University, 5217 Hohman Ave. The Downtown Plan, which was adopted by the Hammond Redevelopment Commission on Dec. 1, addresses goals and action steps for future development in the downtown area. Teska & Associates has worked with Hammond residents and local stakeholders to develop a plan to revitalize the downtown area. The final public meeting will be held to share the results of the planning process with the public. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Those unable to attend can log onto the Hammond Web site: www.teskaassociates.co/hammondin and provide comments and suggestions.
FYI: Contact Africa Tarver, business development planner, at (219) 853-6508, ext. 335.
WINTER WONDERLAND | Hobart
Liberty Elementary School, 130 N. Liberty St., will be hosting a Winter Wonderland Family Night from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Jan. 13. There will be various stations set up throughout the school for parents and their children to participate in fun and educational hands-on activities.
FYI: Call (219) 942-4251.
THURSDAY
SOCCER SIGNUPS | Griffith
The Griffith Soccer Club will hold registration for the spring season from 6 to 8 p.m. Jan. 14 and from 9 a.m. to noon Jan. 23 at the Griffith Town Hall, 111 N. Broad St. All returning players can register online at griffithsoccer.org.
FYI: Any questions can be answered at griffithsoccer@lycos.com or (219) 689-2937.
SCHOOL MEETING | Griffith
The School Board of the Griffith Public Schools will meet at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 14 at the high school, 600 N. Wiggs St. in the LGI room. The board meets the second Thursday of each month.
FYI: Call (219) 924-4250.
HIGHLAND HOMEMAKERS | Highland
The Highland Homemakers will have a meeting at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 14 at First Presbyterian Church, 8727 Delaware St. Meeting will focus on going green. A potluck lunch will follow. Guests are welcome.
FYI: Call (219) 838-6490.
PARENTS MEETING | Gary
The Roosevelt Business and Technical Academy Parent-Teacher-Student-Community Association will meet at 5 p.m. Jan. 14 in the academy's Community Room at 730 W. 25th Ave.
FYI: Contact Annie May, PTSCA president, at (219) 938-6611.
FRIDAY
SCHOLARSHIP AVAILABLE | Hammond
The Hammond Gammu Nu chapter of Kappa Kappa Kappa is looking for applicants to sponsor for a $1,000 scholarship at the state level of Tri Kappa. Any full-time student enrolled in a baccalaureate or graduate program that has completed at least one academic year and has a Hammond home address may apply. The criterion used by the Tri Kappa selection committee are academic achievement, strong goals, extracurricular activities, work experience and volunteer service. Contact Cindy Bolger at (219) 972-0332 by Jan. 15.
HOMEMAKERS MEETING | Munster
The Munster Extension Homemakers will meet at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 15 in the Munster Public Library, 8701 Calumet Ave. Participants are asked to bring the tabs from soda pop cans and cancelled stamps for recycling.
FYI: Call (219) 836-8775.
SATURDAY
MODULAR TRAIN SHOW | Whiting
The Lionel Train Show is back at the Whiting Community Center,1938 Clark St., from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Jan. 16 and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 17. Presented by the Lionel Modular Train Club, which was founded in 1988 by area train enthusiasts, the show is free of charge and open to the public. New this year will be a "working highway system" incorporated into the displays.
FYI: (219) 659-0860.
BEATLES NIGHT | Hobart
The Hobart Family YMCA hosts a Beatles Night with Chris & Lou on Jan. 16 at the River Point Country Club, 6700 Country Club. Mexican buffet begins at 6 p.m. and show starts at 7 p.m. Cost is $30 per person. Tickets are sold at the Hobart YMCA.
FYI: Call (219) 942-2183.
PEARL HARBOR GROUP | Highland
Pearl Harbor Survivors Association, Indiana Chapter 2, and Sons and Daughters of Pearl Harbor Survivors, Indiana Chapter 2, will be holding their joint monthly meeting at noon Jan. 16 at Michael's Restaurant, 2040 45th St. Interested parties are invited to attend, reservations not required.
FYI: Please visit www.sdphs.org for Sons and Daughters of Pearl Harbor Survivors membership information.
SUNDAY
MUSIC SHOWCASE | Highland
HGS Music is hosting its semiannual student showcase beginning at noon Jan. 17 at the Wicker Park Social Center, at the corner of Ridge Road and Indianapolis Boulevard. The free event offers music students an opportunity to show off their skills on a variety of instruments, including guitar, bass guitar, piano, vocals and drums.
FYI: Contact Jodi Pesich at (219) 923-9210 or e-mail at hgsmusic@sbcglobal.net.
BINGO FUNDRAISER | Highland
Our Lady of Grace Parish hosts a bingo fundraiser Jan. 17 in the school cafeteria, 3025 Highway Ave. Enter via the north school entrance. Early bird bingo starts at 1 p.m. and regular bingo is from 2 to 4 p.m. There is a $10 entry fee which includes one bingo card and eligibility to win a door prize. Additional bingo cards may be purchased for $1 each. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. and tickets will be sold at the door. Hot dogs, chips, desserts, soda pop, coffee and tea will be available for purchase. All proceeds to benefit Ephesus Home for senior citizens.
FYI: (219) 972-1944.
MONDAY
LEARN TO SIGN | Merrillville
Deaf Services Inc. sponsors beginning sign language classes from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Jan. 18 through Feb. 3, at 6 E. 67th Ave. Learn how to visually communicate through the use of your hands. Cost is $75.
FYI: Call (219) 769-6506, ext. 21 or e-mail deafdsi2@comcast.net for a registration form.
