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Blackford County

·         H1N1 Flu Clinic

o    Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009

o    Blackford County 4-H Building

o    300 E. Park Ave

o    9 a.m.-noon, 1-4 p.m.

·         Pancake breakfast

o    Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009

o    Masonic Lodge, W. High St

o    An all-you-can-eat pancake and sausage breakfast will be served at the Masonic Lodge in Montpelier. Fifty-pound bags of white and red potatoes will be sold as a fund raiser.

o    For more information call 728-2476

·         Library book sale

o    Saturday Nov. 21, 2009

o    Hartford City Public Library

o    10 a.m. - noon

o    314 N. High St., Hartford City

o    A huge book sale will be held at the Hartford City Public Library.

Delaware County

·         The Christmas Star

o    Saturday, November 18, 2009

o    Ball State Planetarium

o    7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.

o    The planetarium’s star projector and computer graphics will be used to simulate the sky of 2000 years ago to learn if the Star of Bethlehem, as described in the Bible, has a natural explanation. Also explores the reasons for the celebration Christmas in December and ties to the winter solstice. Free and open to the public. Seating is limited. Observatory open after presentation, weather permitting.

·         Operation Christmas Child

o    Collecting shoe boxes filled with gifts for children through Nov. 20.

o    The Woodlands 3820 W. Jackson

o    Call 765-702-9958 for more information

Grant County

·         Rockers for Knockers Benefit

o    Saturday and Sunday Nov. 21, and 22

o    8:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.

o    Beatniks Café 123 E. Third St., Marion, IN 46953

o    Benefit for Cancer Services of Grant County's Breast Education Screening Survival program. Performances by Denny Buckler (country and rock), Midwest Hype (funk and reggae), The Coupe De Villains (rockabilly, surf rock), LateNite Jam (jam rock), Waldmere Revival (acoustic Indie folk), Ramon Volz (acoustic rock), Eden's Lost (emo rock) and Mudhippies (acoustic indie folk).

o     Admission: Donations to provide free mammograms to women in need.

o    Visit Web site for more information

Henry County

·         Ole Fashion Christmas Bazaar and Craft Show

o    Friday preview night, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

o    Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

o    Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

o    Houston Brick 101 E. Main St. Lewisville, IN 47352

o    Features vendors offering quilts, pottery, primitive stitched items, willow furniture and accessories, handmade gifts and baked goods. Admission is free.

o    For more information call 987-7979.

Jay County

·         Winterfest: Kid’s Karnival

o    Saturday Nov. 21, 2009

o    8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

o    East Jay Middle School

o    This will be a fun event for all ages. Admission is $10 at the door.

o    For more information call 260-726-9371

Madison County

·         Santa Arrives at Mounds Mall

o    Saturday at 6:00 p.m.

o    Mounds Mall by Garfield’s Restaurant

o    Santa Claus will arrive at Mounds Mall, riding in a city provided trolley. Santa will kick off the holiday shopping season by illuminating a light display.

o    Visits and pictures with Santa will be available Nov. 27 to Dec. 24 at varying hours.

o    Photo pet nights with Santa are set for Dec. 8 and 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. Dogs and cats must be on a leash or in a carrier.

o    Breakfast with Santa will be at Maxine's in the food court from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on December 5. The cost is $1 for a drink and donut.

o    Kids can go to a free showing of The Tale of Despereaux at 10:00 a.m. Dec. 12, at Mounds Mall 10 Theatre.

·         “Seasons of love” bazaar and brunch

o    Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009

o    9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

o    Sherman Street Church of God

o    Sherman Street Church of God's seniors and Youth will host this annual event. Featured will be clothing items, toys, minks, baby clothes, Avon products and much more. There will be freshly baked cakes and pies, dressing and other goodies. Brunch includes chili, hot dogs, drinks, chips and dessert all for $4.00. Tables are available to rent.

Wayne County

·         Turkey Chase 7K

o    Saturday Nov. 21, 2009

o    1:00 p.m.

o    Centerville High School, 507 Willow Grove Road

o    A rare 7K distance on country roads finishes through neighborhood streets of historic Centerville. Gently rolling hills during the first half and a flat second half makes this a fast course. Admission is $18.

o    Easter Seals of Wayne and Union Counties

o    For more information call (765) 855-2482

o    http://www.wcchallenge.org/results/2009_Turkey_Chase_7K_Entry_Form.pdf

·         1,000 Villages Sales

o    Thursday 4:00 pm-9:00 p.m.

o    Friday 10:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m.

o    Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

o    Friends United Meeting Welcome Center, 101 Quaker Hill Drive

o    Local Artists & Vendors Featuring hand made crafts from Ten Thousand Villages, a Fair Trade Retailer. Your fair trade purchase of handmade jewelry, home decor and gifts helps improve the lives of thousands of artisans in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East

o    No Admission Fee

o    For more information call 765 962-7573

o    Or visit http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/