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IN THE WEEKS AHEAD...

SPREADING CHEER. York's own Home Schooling Club hosted its very first Parade of Balloons at York Hospital on Friday, Feb. 9, bringing cheer as members of the club visited with patients like Henry Briley, pictured here, and his wife Avis. This is the first of the club's new monthly community service program entitled House Calls. This coming Friday, Feb. 16, the club will begin another new project with its Intergenerational Celebration at the Yorkshire Commons Community Center at 10:30 a.m. The event will feature Cooking with Chef Tony, Karaoke with Rockin' Joan, Crocheting with Zany Zoie and a range of other activities. For more about the club, call Janalee Moquin at 361-2116.
Photo by Melissa Wood

ENRICHMENT

Essentials of College Planning Workshops, presented by Maine Educational Opportunity Center, will be held on Feb. 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. at University College at the Saco Center; Feb. 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. at University College at the Sanford Center, and March 2, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Springvale Career Center. MEOC is a federally funded program that helps qualified adults make the transition toward a college education. The starting point for all MEOC participants is The Essentials of College Planning, a free interactive workshop that outlines the four steps in the college process: admissions, financial aid, career planning and study skills. Pre-registration is required. FMI: (800) 281-3703.

Intergenerational Celebration, a new offering from York's Home Schooling Club, will be offered Feb. 16. Come to the Yorkshire Commons Community Center from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to learn that age is just a number and fun is for everyone. The event will feature a relaxed, free-flowing environment with numerous enrichment opportunities for home-schoolers, families and seniors to explore together. There will be cooking, karaoke, crocheting and much more. FMI: 361-2116.

York radKIDS 2007 Personal Empowerment Safety Education Course will be held on Saturdays from March 3 through 31 upstairs at the York Breach Fire Department from 10 a.m. until noon. Sponsored by Compassion 4 Children, the classes are free of charge for York residents. The radKIDS curriculum includes home safety, bullying prevention, out-and-about and vehicle safety, stranger tricks, personal safety and more. The current group will focus on children between the ages of 5 and 7. The program also includes the radKIDS Family Safety Manual, radKIDS Activity Book, T-shirt, wristband and Certificate of Completion. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. FMI: www.compassion4children.org or call 361-4313.

EVENTS

Birds: Their Pleasures and Problems, a free program offered by the Old York Garden Club, will be held March 14 at 1 p.m. at First Parish Church Fellowship Hall. Come to this free program to hear Karen McElmurry from the Center for Wildlife update us on the state of the bird populations in our area. The program is free; however, everyone who attends is asked to please bring a donation of Science Diet or Iams brand canned cat or dog food, mixed wild birdseed, Wheatena cereal or Beech Nut chicken baby food. The Old York Garden Club will be donating $500 to the center with money raised by the club through dues, the annual plant sale and other fundraising efforts.

Celebrate Valentine's Day at the York Public Library on Feb. 14 at 7 p.m. The library once again invites people to gather 'round the fireplace and share "words of love," either written or discovered: love poems, songs, fiction, essays … or just come cuddle by the fire and listen. Guests are invited to bring Valentine's sweets to share as well. FMI: 363-2818.

Cross-Country Ski at Hamilton House in South Berwick on Feb. 17 from 10 a.m. to noon. Historic New England will offer cross-country skiing and an instructional ski workshop on the grounds of the historic Hamilton House. Practice and hone your skills under the guidance of Historic New England Landscape Manager Gary Wetzel and Resident Overseer Dan Densch. Novice and experienced skiers are welcome. The one-time farm and summer and winter playground has extensive grounds on which to practice your herringbone, skating and kick turn skills. The Salmon Falls River and Vaughan Woods dramatically frame the Hamilton House and provide a beautiful backdrop for learning how to ski. After skiing, warm up with refreshments in the garden cottage. The ski workshop is limited to 12 people; fees are $10 for Historic New England/SPNEA members, $15for non-members. Use of open ski space only, with no instruction, is limited to 25 people and is free to Historic New England/SPNEA members or $10 for non-members. FMI: (603) 436-3205 or efarish@historicnewengland.org.

The Fifth Annual Greater York Region Chamber of Commerce Wedding and Party Expo returns on Feb. 18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. With over 50 spectacular wedding and specialty suppliers participating, this event is a must for the bride-to-be or anyone planning a special seacoast event. The expo will be held simultaneously at the York Harbor Inn and the Stage Neck Inn in York Harbor. Admission to the Wedding and Party Expo is $5, but those who pre-register at www.gatewaytomaine.org receive a coupon for $2 off. FMI: 363-4422.

Free Film with rare footage of Meher Baba's work will be held in the Hilton Garden Inn Meeting Room at the Portsmouth Public Library, 175 Parrot Ave., Portsmouth, N.H., presented by the Seacoast Baba Group on Feb. 22 at 6:30 p.m. FMI: (603) 430-2066 or 363-4153.

Hospice of York Daytime Volunteer Training Class will be held from 1:30 to 4 p.m. on Mondays at the J.S. Pelkey Funeral Home in Kittery beginning Feb. 26. The class will run for 13 weeks. Taking this class does not obligate you to become a volunteer, nor does it commit Hospice to accept you as a volunteer. FMI or to register: 363-7000.

Kindergarten Registration at Village Elementary School is ongoing through the month of February. Forms may be downloaded from www.yorkschools.org/VES or picked up at Village Elementary from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. during any day that school is in session. To be enrolled, the student needs to turn 5 by Oct.15, 2007. Bring the original birth certificate, immunization papers and proof of residency. Appointments for kindergarten screenings, which will be scheduled in June, will be made at the time of registration. FMI: 363-4870.

YHS Interact Club Polar Dip to benefit the Make-a-Wish Foundation will be held Feb. 17 at noon. Interact Club members are currently seeking pledges from sponsors before they hit the icy waters in front of the Inn at Long Sands. If you would like to make a donation you can bring it to the event or drop it by York High School during school hours before Feb. 17. Checks should be made payable to Interact Club-Polar Dip and all are welcome to attend and take part in the Polar Dip.

EXHIBITS, MUSIC, THEATRE AND MORE

David Crosby and Graham Nash will appear at The Music Hall on April 9 at 7:30 p.m. as part of the "Intimately Yours" series. Tickets go on sale to the public on Feb. 17 at noon. Ticket prices are $60 and $42 and can be purchased at The Music Hall box office, 28 Chestnut St., Portsmouth, N.H., by phone at (603) 436-2400, or online at www.themusichall.org. The series sponsor is 92.5 The River and the evening sponsor is Abercrombie & Finch Restaurant.

Grammy Winner Keb' Mo' will appear at The Music Hall on March 22 at 7:30 p.m. Keb' Mo' draws heavily on the old-fashioned country blues style of Robert Johnson while keeping his sound contemporary with touches of soul and folksy storytelling. Tickets are $42.50 and $36 and go on sale to the public Jan. 19 at noon at The Music Hall box office, by phone at (603) 436-2400 or online at www.themusichall.org.

Heartwood College of Art is now accepting registrations for "One Week One Credit" intensive classes in "Naked Raku," an introduction to the 400-year-old Japanese technique of Raku firing, with Scott Tubby or "Monoprint/Collagraph" with Kat Buchanan. "One Week One Credit" classes take place March 19-23. These special four-day classes allow participants to immerse themselves in an exciting medium with an expert craftsperson and earn college credit if they wish. FMI or to enroll: 985-0985 or www.heartwoodcollegeofart.org.

A Musical Evening at the Wells Public Library will be held on Feb. 27 at 6:30 p.m. to add warmth to this otherwise cold winter. You will be entertained with performances by Alex Pratt, Jesse Hamilton and Danielle Mills. This program is co-sponsored by the Wells Public Library, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education and the Friends of the Wells Public Library. FMI: 646-8181.

Nubble Lighthouse Keepers Square Dance Club, a tax-free organization serving the Kennebunk to Portsmouth area, announces its winter schedule. Singles, couples and families are welcome. Classes continue Feb. 18, 25; March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 1, 15, 22, 29, and May 13, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. All dances held at the Wells Activity Center, Sanford Road/Route 109 off Route 1 in Wells. The center has wooden floors and is air conditioned. Wear soft-soled shoes, please. FMI: call 985-8521, 641-9954 or 363-2774.

Paper, Pearls and Peyote: A Valentine Eclectic continues through Feb. 28 at Just Us Chickens Artist Co-op in Kittery. This event features the paper artistry of Kristen Fellows of Chauncey Creek Studios. Perfect for the season of hearts, her colored origami boxes, gifts tags and cards, along with imaginative crowns and long-stemmed flowers, delight all ages. Come celebrate the season of love with the romantic jewelry of Jane Losier of Kittery Point, fashioned from pearls of many hues and elegant crystals. The mystery of intricate peyote-stitched jewelry of the west is a February highlight, crafted by Kennebunk artist Sylvia Irene. Just Us Chickens is open Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Port City Winds will perform works by Arnold, Mihaud and Hindesmith at Portland Conservatory's Noonday Concert on Feb. 15 at 12:15 p.m. at the First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church, 425 Congress St., Portland. Concerts are free and open to the public. FMI: 775-3356.

Portland Conservatory's Noonday Concert on Feb. 22 will feature Elizabeth Rines, trumpet, and Sanae Kanda, piano, to perform works by Ropartz, Turrin, Pilss and Goedicke at 12:15 p.m. at the First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church, 425 Congress St., Portland. Concerts are free and open to the public. FMI: 775-3356.

The RPM Challenge is simple: record an album in 28 days, just because you can. That's 10 songs or 35 minutes of original material, recorded during the month of February. What began last year as a local creative challenge for New Hampshire bands has ballooned into an international music phenomenon. More than 1,000 groups from all seven continents had signed up at www.rpmchallenge.com by the fourth week of January. From Anchorage, Alaska, to McMurdo Station in Antarctica, from London and Oslo to Tokyo, Aukland, Pretoria and Los Angeles, independent musicians from all genres and walks of life have come together to form a community with a common goal: to set aside any obstacles to producing music for the month of February, and to find themselves on March 1 each holding in their hands a new CD of their own original work that they would not have made otherwise. All bands must postmark their CDs by March 1 to the RPM office at 10 Vaughan Mall, Suite 1, Portsmouth, NH 03801. FMI: www.rpmchallenge.com.

Seussical the Musical at Seacoast Repertory Theatre features local performers, including York's own Alana Thyng, from Feb. 23 through March 11, Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m., Saturdays at 1 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Based on many of Dr. Seuss' classic stories, this is a joyous musical for the whole family. FMI: (603) 433-4472 or seacoastrep.org.

GRANT OPPORTUNITIES

Communities for Children and Youth, an initiative of Gov. John Baldacci's Children's Cabinet, is seeking applications from organizations across the state that can effectively utilize a full-time AmeriCorps*VISTA member to promote positive child and youth development. Projects should have a clear anti-poverty component, as well as a focus on organizational capacity-building and sustainability. AmeriCorps*VISTA members are individuals who donate a year of their lives to serve full-time with non-profit organizations or government agencies. Created in 1964 and modeled after the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps*VISTA's mission is to support community-led initiatives that alleviate and eliminate poverty. The Communities for Children and Youth AmeriCorps*VISTA Project expects to select over 40 organizations for the upcoming grant cycle. Applications are being received through Feb. 22. FMI: www.mainevista.net or (866) 385-8124.

PUBLIC MEALS

Spaghetti Supper will be held at the Union Congregational Church, York Beach, on Feb. 17. This will be a continuous serve meal and will also include salads, rolls, beverage and dessert for $7 for adults and $3.50 for children ages 10 and under. No reservations are required. Everyone is invited, so call your friends and wind up a hectic day with a prepared meal and good company.

ONGOING...

ART, DANCE, EXHIBITS, MUSIC, THEATRE

Barefoot Boogie Portsmouth 2007 at the Portsmouth Ballroom Dance Studio on 948 Route 1 Bypass in Portsmouth, N.H., as a community-oriented, non-profit, freeform dance experience for all ages. Admission for adults is $7 and children and seniors are free. The dances are held on the fourth Saturday of the month from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Free onsite parking is available. FMI: (603) 659-5009.

Just Us Chickens Artist Co-op is located at 29 Government St. in downtown Kittery and is open 11a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.

Kripalu DansKinetics is held on the first and third Friday of each month in at Spinnaker Point Recreation Center, Spinnaker Way, Portsmouth, N.H. DansKinetics is a unique blend of yoga and dance. Move to a wide variety of music from 6:15 to 7:45 p.m. The drop-in fee is $10. No experience or shoes are necessary. FMI: (603) 436-2313.

Pontine Theatre in Portsmouth, N.H., offers an array of public events. FMI: (603) 436-6660 or e-mail info@pontine.org.

The Portland Museum of Art offers exhibits and special events. FMI: 775-6148.

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Catapult is the Seacoast's first networking group specifically dedicated to young professionals. Catapult is a nonprofit organization, and membership is free. FMI: www.catapultseacoast.org.

Domestic Abuse Helpline for Men and Women, a nationally known non-profit organization, is looking for volunteers to assist victims of intimate partner violence. Volunteers are needed to cover the organization's toll-free crisis line and ull training is offered. You may answer calls right from your home on weekdays, nights, weekends and/or holidays. The training is 40 hours and will consist of online and teleconferencing sessions. Volunteers must have access to a computer with an Internet connection. FMI: call (866) 786-0758 or e-mail communityresourcecoord@dahmw.org.

Home Schooling Club a la Carte offers a chance to meet, socialize, have fun and take field trips with others from the community who home school just like you! Attend all of the activities or simply pick and choose from the calendar of events and activities. No commitment is required and all home schooled children are welcome to attend with their families. February events include, on Feb. 16 from 1 to 2 p.m., join us at the York Public Library to meet 15-month-old Adair II and five-month-old Bridget IV, two young service-dogs-in-training who are being raised by Jennifer Saunders, associate editor of The Independent here in York, and her family. Learn about their work as volunteer puppy-raisers for the non-profit organization Canine Companions for Independence and find out more about CCI at www.cci.org. On Feb. 22 at 7 p.m., join us at Barnes and Noble in Newington, N.H., where Gerry Parker from the Maritime Academy in Portsmouth, N.H., will discuss local maritime history and lead a demonstration on tying nautical knots. On Feb. 23 from 1 to 3 p.m. join us for another Mount A Day for outside fresh air fun-with sledding and tubing, building snow forts, snowball fights, nature hikes, tracking wildlife, bird watching and enjoying all the natural beauty of this precious resource. Bring-your-own sleds, tubes and any outside games and the hot cocoa will be provided. Register early as space is limited. FMI: 361-2116 or e-mail janaleemoquin8@yahoo.com.

Old York Garden Club's Open Garden Days, new for 2007, is a unique garden tour. For 16 weeks, a different garden club member will open their private garden for viewing on Sunday afternoons from noon to 4 p.m. beginning May 27. Most gardens are in constant flux depending on nature, the challenges of the site and the whim of the gardener. This garden tour is intended to show real gardeners' works in progress, not necessarily pristine finished projects. The homeowners will be on site to answer questions, discuss plant material and give tours of their personal creations. The fee is $3 per garden payable at the door of the individual garden on the day of the tour. Stay tuned for more information.

York Lions Club meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month at the Grant House, Route 1, York, at 7 p.m. and all are welcome. FMI: 363-7382.

ENRICHMENT

The Family Resource Center on Route 1 offers many special programs, weekly and monthly events, classes and activities throughout the year. FMI: 451-9291 or www.connectingfamiliestogether.org.

Heartwood College of Art offers an array of classes. FMI call Heartwood College of Art at 985-0985 or visit www.heartwoodcollegeofart.org.

Kindergym is offered by York Parks and Recreation Department and no pre-registration is required. The cost is $4 per child/$6 per family per visit. Kindergym is held at Blueberry Hill on Route 1 on Friday mornings from 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. This program is ongoing. FMI: 363-1040.

Music and Movement, a monthly program for children ages 2 to 6, meets on the first Wednesday of each month in the Children's Room at the York Public Library. This free parent-child class, held from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m., and taught by Michelle Franey of South Berwick, will focus on developing both musical and social skills, with emphasis on moving to the beat and learning traditional songs. FMI: 363-2818.

York Public Library Weekly Children's Programs include Miss Kate's Infant Lap, Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.; Preschool Story Time, Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., and Toddler Story Time, Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Monthly programs for children and parents include Making Music Monthly, the first Wednesday of each month from 10:15 to10:45 a.m.; Tactile Toddler Time, the second Tuesday of each month from 10:15 to10:45 a.m.; Babies, Boppies and Books, the second Thursday of each month from 10:15 to 11 a.m., and Art by the Pond, the third Tuesday of each month, from 10:15 to 11 a.m. FMI: 363-2818.

HEALTH

Know Your Numbers is a cholesterol screening offered by SMMC Visiting Nurses on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month starting on Valentine's Day, Feb. 14. An appointment is necessary and there is a $15 fee for this service. FMI: 985-1000.

NIA at Yoga on York is offered every Tuesday morning from 9 to 10 a.m. NIA is a fitness fusion exercise class that blends dance arts and martial arts together with fabulous music for a great workout. No dance experience necessary is necessary. NIA is easy to follow and appropriate for all ages and levels of fitness. Come give NIA a try. Your first class is FREE. It is pure joy and health in motion. "Through Movement We Find Health." FMI: call 363-YOGA or visit www.yogaonyork.com.

The Heart Health Institute offers classes including weight management. FMI: call 351-3700.

PUBLIC MEALS

Coffee Shop at the Wells-Ogunquit Senior Center is open Monday through Friday, 9 to 11 a.m., serving regular or decaf coffee, pastries, Congdon's and Dunkin' Donuts, and their own blueberry muffins for $1.50. Thursday's Coffee Club occasionally has a guest speaker.

SUPPORT

A Safe Place, a non-profit agency, has been providing support services and emergency shelter to victims of domestic abuse for over 28 years. A Safe Place has offices in Portsmouth, Rochester and Salem, N.H. FMI or to reach an advocate call 1-(800) 854-3552.

Hospice of York's Living with Loss weekly bereavement support group is free of charge, and you need not have had a loved one serviced by Hospice. Hospice of York encourages pre-registration; however, you may attend any or all of the classes as you see fit. All sessions are held on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the basement conference room of Medical Office Building 16 on the grounds of York Hospital. Sessions run nearly continuously through the spring. FMI: call 363-7000.

The York Hospital Breast Cancer Survivor Group, which meets the third Monday of the month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Ellis Conference Room at York Hospital, welcomes new members. Those who attend survivor groups cope better, heal more quickly and live longer. New members, whether or not their treatment was at York Hospital, are invited to come to the meetings and be with women who share their story. Friends are welcome too. During these meetings the members share information, coping tips and strategies, explore complimentary therapies, hear guest speakers, support each other, experience sisterhood, plan the Annual Walk for Hope and celebrate living.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

American Cancer Society's Daffodil Days needs volunteers - individuals, businesses and civic organizations - during February and March to assist in taking orders, packing and delivering daffodils for its longstanding fundraising program to help raise money to support the fight against cancer. FMI: Jeff Ball at 373-3704 or the American Cancer Society at (800) ACS-2345 anytime, day or night.

The American Cancer Society's Road to Recovery Program is seeking volunteer drives to offer cancer patients safe and friendly transportation to treatment appointments. More than 7,000 Maine residents are living with cancer every day. Because of advances in medical research, there will be cures for many. Lack of transportation, though, may leave some of these cancer patients with few options for completing their treatment schedules. The American Cancer Society is now recruiting volunteers in York County to ensure that all cancer patients have transportation when they need it. FMI: (800) ACS-2345 or www.cancer.org.

Domestic Abuse Helpline for Men and Women, a nationally known non-profit organization, is looking for volunteers to assist victims of intimate partner violence. Volunteers are needed to cover our toll-free crisis line. Full training is offered. You may answer calls right from your home on weekdays, nights, weekends and/or holidays. The training is 40 hours and will consist of online and teleconferencing sessions. A new training session will begin soon. Training topics include the dynamics of intimate partner violence against women and men, as well as the effects of family violence on children, relevant legal and social issues and much more. Volunteers must have access to a computer with an internet connection. Applications for the upcoming trainings are now being accepted. www.dahmw.org. FMI: (866) 786-0758 or e-mail communityresourcecoord@dahmw.org.

Home Schooling Club Seeks Community Support. Do you own a business in town, a special talent, an interesting job or a wealth of information that you're interested in sharing about any subject? Could you spare a few hours and enlighten some really great kids who'd love to take a tour of your business, learn a new talent, learn about your job, listen to your insight and experience what you have to offer? The Home Schooling Club of York would love to hear from you so we can schedule a time and place to make it all happen! FMI: 361-2116.

The Ogunquit Beach and River Sampling Project is a special study that is a joint effort between the Maine Healthy Beaches Program and Ogunquit Conservation Commission. Volunteering includes participating in a training session to learn the proper sampling techniques and conducting sampling throughout the season. The training session recommended for Ogunquit volunteers is scheduled for March 23 from 12:30 to 3 p.m. FMI: call 791-8112 or 646-7016 or e-mail smosley@umext.maine.edu or klaxon@maine.rr.com.

Support Victims of Domestic Violence by collecting old cell phones and ink jet cartridges and mailing them to the Domestic Abuse Helpline for Men and Women free of charge. The Domestic Abuse Helpline for Men and Women provides crisis intervention and support services to all victims of domestic violence and their families. Proceeds from this program will help the organization continue to provide services as well as support the 24-hour hotline. Contact Regional Coordinator Jan Brown at (866) 786-0758 or dahmwdirector@gmail.com for program details.

Volunteer Reiki Practitioners are being sought by York Hospital to make a difference in the lives of cancer patients. York Hospital is looking for Level II Reiki practitioners to provide Reiki services to oncology patients. FMI: please contact Roberta Sullivan in the Volunteer Office at 351-2224 or rsullivan@yorkhospital.com.

WORSHIP SERVICES

Baha'i Faith holds Sunday morning devotional meetings and fellowship. FMI: 363-4591 or 361-1722.

Cape Neddick Baptist Church's Sunday school is at 9 a.m. for all ages; 10:15 a.m. for worship service and junior church, nursery for toddlers. Tuesday is Women's Home Bible Study from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Evening Prayer Service is at 7 p.m. FMI: 363-3566 or www.cape-neddick-baptist.org.

First Parish Congregational Church's worship services are at 9 and 10:45 a.m. FMI: call 363-3758 or www.firstparishyork.org

Ogunquit Baptist Church's Sunday service is at 9:30 a.m. FMI: 646-2160.

St. Christopher's Catholic Church holds Masses on Saturday at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 7:30 and 11 a.m. FMI: Rose Cronin at 363-4177 and leave name and number for a return call.

St. George's Episcopal Church's schedule is Sunday at 7:45 a.m. for Holy Eucharist, Rite II, spoken; 9 a.m. for Family Eucharist service; 9:45 a.m. for church school; 10 a.m. for spiritual formation for adults, and 11 a.m. for Holy Eucharist, Rite II, with music. Tuesday at 9 a.m. is silent prayer; 9:15 a.m. is Morning Prayer. Thursday at 10 a.m. is Holy Eucharist, with healing optional. FMI: e-mail office@stgeorgesyorkharbor.org or visit www.stgeorgesyorkharbor.org.

Union Congregational Church offers weekly worship services. All are welcome. FMI: 363-4821.

United Methodist of York/Ogunquit worship and Sunday school are at 10:30 a.m. Fellowship and coffee hour follow the service, with nursery provided during the service. FMI: 363-2749.

York Street Baptist Church's Sunday Worship Service is at 9 a.m. with fellowship time in the gym at 10:30 a.m. Sunday school for all ages is at 10:45 a.m. Evening service is at 6 p.m. AWANA Youth Program is at 5 p.m., October through April. FMI: 363-2177.


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