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MONDAY
CRAFT MANIA | Hobart
A weekly craft mania is being sponsored by Hobart Family YMCA, 601 W. 40th Place. It’s a time to complete unfinished craft projects or start a craft project that you have wanted to accomplish. Come to the Y between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday mornings and bring that unfinished craft project or new project and join in the fun and fellowship with others. Also, join craft mania to learn to crochet or knit.
FYI: Call Sharon at (219) 942-2183.
ASTRONOMY MEETING | St. John
Join the Calumet Astronomical Society at its general meeting at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 8 in the auditorium at Lake Central High School, 8400 U.S. 41. Guest speaker will be Kankakee Valley Astronomical Society's Tom Upham, who will discuss "2012," Planet X, and other astronomical disaster theories. General meetings are open to the public free of charge. For updates on meetings and pubic observing sessions, call the CAS Info Line at (773) 639-5491.
FYI: Visit casonline.org.
STORYTELLING GUILD | Schererville
Storytellers and those interested in the art can participate in monthly Northwest Indiana Storytelling Guild meetings from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 8 and the second Monday every month at the Schererville Town Hall Community Room, 10 E. Joliet St. Experience storytellers will share stories and their techniques for telling them. Informational handouts and resources will be available to anyone wanting to get started in this past time. There is no cost. Call to register.
FYI: Call Cindy Horgash at (219) 865-5530 or (219) 365-8981.
CHARTER SCHOOL | Schererville
Campagna Academy Charter School will hold Charter School Council meetings for the 2009-10 school year at 3:30 p.m. Feb. 8, April 12 and June 14 in the Community Room at Campagna Academy 7403 Cline Ave. All meetings are open to the public.
FYI: Call Jacenta at (219) 322-8614, ext. 338.
PULMONARY SUPPORT | Crown Point
A Pulmonary Support Group meets at 1 p.m. Feb. 8 and the second Monday of each month at the Marian Education Center, St. Anthony Medical Center, 1201 S. Main St. Meetings provide support for adults who have chronic lung disease.
FYI: Call (219) 757-6141.
GLUTEN FREE SUPPORT | Hobart
Gluten Intolerance Group of Northwest Indiana is the local branch of the Gluten Intolerance Group of North America, providing support to people with celiac disease, dermatitis herpetiformis and other gluten sensitivities. The next meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Feb. 8 and the second Monday of every month in Conference Room 3A at St. Mary Medical Center, 1500 S. Lake Park Ave. Use West entrance. Chapter offers meetings, informal gatherings, cooking classes, dinner outings and other activities.
FYI: Call Linda Nosich at (219) 588-9829 to RSVP or for more information.
TUESDAY
HISTORIANS MEET | Dyer
Dyer Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Feb. 9 in the Meeting Room at the Dyer Town Hall on U.S. 30, just east of Hart Street. Cynthia Ogorek, is the next guest speaker in a series of events celebrating the centennial of the incorporation of the town of Dyer. A noted public historian, author, and preservationist, Ogorek will speak about the history, evolution, and development of the Calumet River corridor. The public is invited to attend free and refreshments will be served.
FYI: Call (219) 865-6108, ext. 3103.
SINGLES MEET | Hobart, Griffith
New Horizons Singles Club is a social club for single people, 50 and older, divorced, widowed, or never married, who love to get out and have a good time. Meetings are at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at Hobart Elks Lodge 1152, 3580 W. 61st Ave. Free dance lessons are held at 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday followed by a dance at 8 p.m. (nonmembers pay $6), at Hobart Elks Lodge 1152. A monthly get together is also held at 6:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month at Villa Pizza, 333 N. Broad St., Griffith, and a Sunday brunch on the fourth Sunday of every month is held at different restaurants. Current members, about 160, come from Northwest Indiana and south suburban Chicago. Members also enjoy house parties and attend concerts, plays and movies together. Visitors are welcome before deciding to join.
FYI: Call George at (219) 844-1824, Lonny at (219) 924-3480 or June at (219) 465-5111.
LOVE FEST | Lake Station
Valentine’s Day will be celebrated the week of Feb. 9 to 15 at Bellaboo’s Play and Discovery Center at Three Rivers County Park, 28th Avenue and Colorado Street. The Love Fest includes making artful Valentines, heart treats and enjoying children’s poetry. General admission prices vary from $4.95 to $8.95 but check on line for specials at MyBellaboos.com or call. Visit the web page often for special activities and offers for children ages 9 and younger.
FYI: Call (219) 963-2070 or visit MyBellaboos.com.
TOASTMASTERS CLUB | Merrillville
Toastmasters of Southlake helps its members learn to listen effectively, think on their feet and speak confidently. Learn valuable leadership skills. Club meets from 7 to 8 p.m. Feb. 9 and the second and fourth Tuesday of every month at 8401 W. Ohio St. New members are welcome.
FYI: Call Kimberly Kosmas at (219) 218-3877.
MOPS TO MEET | Schererville
Mothers of Preschoolers group will meet from 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. Feb. 9 and the second and fourth Tuesday of every month through May at Lake Hills Baptist Church, 9209 W. 85th Ave. Children's classes are provided while mothers enjoy breakfast and activities, including speakers on parenting, self-help, homemaking and crafts. Walk-ins are welcome, but registration is preferred.
FYI: Register with Cindy Poulsen at (219) 365-447 or cindy@lakehillsonline.org.
GARDENERS TO MEET | Hobart
Lake County Park Department's Gardening Club meets at 10 a.m. Feb. 9 at the Lake County Parks greenhouse, east of the Park and Visitor Services facility at 8305 Randolph St., one-four mile south of U.S. 30. Members learn about all types of flowers, plants, vegetables and trees and how to solve gardening problems, get a monthly newsletter and help the staff plant and maintain gardens at the county parks. Refreshments available. There are no dues.
FYI: Call (219) 947-1958 or visit GardeningClub03@aol.com to check meeting location.
CIVIL AIR PATROL | Merrillville
Anyone interested in aviation or emergency services is welcome to visit the local USAF Auxiliary - Civil Air Patrol unit. The Col. Jerry L. Ross Composite Squadron meets from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays at the American Red Cross of Northwest, 791 E. 83rd Ave. The unit includes adult and teen (ages 12 to 18) members.
FYI: Call (219) 743-8165 or visit www.gocivilairpatrol.com/html/index.htm.
WEDNESDAY
MUSICAL AUDITIONS | Hammond
Auditions for the spring musical, a world premiere of "Children of the Earth" by John Lisbon Wood, music by Steve Shafer, will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Feb. 10 and 11 in YJean Chambers Hall, third floor of Student Union Library Building at Purdue University Calumet, north of 173rd Street between Kennedy Avenue and Indianapolis Boulevard. There are five parts for men, three for women, and one for a girl, with four chorus members required. Auditioners should bring sheet music for a prepared song, be able to learn and perform a few short dance moves, and be able to perform a short monologue. The show is a family-friendly, environmental fable about a group of animals who gather to stop the "taking creatures" from burning the planet. Performances are scheduled for 5 p.m. April 17 and 24 and 3 p.m. April 18 and 25.
FYI: Call (219) 989-2357 and listen to recorded message or call Corya Channing at (219) 989 2267 or (219) 938-8532.
UPCOMING
WOMEN'S HEALTH FAIR | Schererville
The Health and Spirituality Committee of St. Michael Parish, 16 Wilhelm St., is hosting a women's health fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 13 in the school gymnasium. Tickets are $5 and include lunch. The focus will be on holistic health and there will be presentations on laughter yoga and alternative therapies. Door and raffle prizes as well. Tickets on sale today and Feb. 7.
FYI: To purchase or reserve a ticket call (219) 322-4505, ext. 41.
ONGOING
PLAY PINOCHLE | Merrillville
Merrillville Senior Services is seeking pinochle players to join other senior citizens for games from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Mondays at the Merrillville Town Hall, 7820 Broadway. Handicapped parking, accessible entry and wheel chair service available.
FYI: Call Carol Miano at (219) 769-3501 or (219) 736-8258.
