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Oct. 24
THEATRE WORKSHOP ’Äì A Mad Hatter’s Club" fall theatre’s workshop for kids in grades 1 ’Äì 6 will be offered as part of the Lawrence Community Theatre School’s Out, Theatre’s in series. A variety of hats will be tried on to discover the character under the hat. Games and hat making will be included. One-day session fees are $27. All sessions will be held from 9 a.m. ’Äì 3 p.m. at the Lawrence Community Theatre. Phone 785-843-SHOW for registration and information.
MINI MONSTERS NIGHT - Little witches, goblins and ghosts can have a safe and sane night at the Velma K. Paris Community Center. Children ages 5 and younger can go through a haunted house and take part in a costume contest and participate in several ghoulish activities. Families must pre-register before Monday, Oct. 20. $4 registration fee required. Event will be 6 - 9 p.m. Phone 267-1156 to register.
BOOK SIGNING ’Äì Author Simion Santi Walker will be available to sign copies of her children’s book, "Milburn the Macaroni Penguin" from 4 ’Äì 9 p.m. at Hastings at 1900 W. 23rd St. in Lawrence. Contact Traci Jones at 888-361-9473 for more information.
MOVIE - Often claimed as one of Hitchcock’s finest, the 1958 film, "Vertigo" will be shown 6:30 - 9 p.m. in Marvin Auditorium at the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library. Phone 580-4427 for information.
GRANT CUSHINBERRY BIRTHDAY ’Äì The Kansas Fever Committee is celebrating the 87th birthday of the late Grant Cushinberry at 5 p.m. at Cushinberry Park. A site-seeing tour of the park will be led By Sonny Scroggins at 5:45 p.m. The public is invited to attend and enjoy some birthday cake. Phone 232-3761 for more information.
WU CONCERT ’Äì The Washburn Wind Ensemble will present a concert and perform "Petite Symphonie in B-flat for Wind Instruments" by Charles Gounad, and "Mountains and Rivers Without End" by Alan Hovhaness. The concert is free of charge and the public is welcome. 7:30 p.m., White Concert Hall, Washburn University. Phone 670-1511 for more information.
Oct. 24 ’Äì 26
LAWRENCE ARTS CENTER ’Äì "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" and "Dolph Heylinger" will get you in the Halloween spirit as more than 25 young actors bring the spooky tales to life. On Friday night, a free Catskill Carnival will follow the show. Tickets are $8.50 for adults and $6.50 for children over four years, students and seniors. Show times are 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday at the Lawrence Arts Center in Lawrence. Phone 785-843-2787 for more information.
Oct 24 ’Äì 30
DRIVE-THRU FLU SHOTS ’Äì Flu shots are available to all Cotton-O’Neil Clinic patients over the age of 18. No appointment is necessary. The drive-thru clinic is located in the parking garage under the Stormont-Vail Surgery Center at 10th & Garfield. Flu shots are available 8:30 a.m. ’Äì 3 p.m., Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays only. For more information, phone 354-5824.
Oct. 24 ’Äì Nov. 1
TOPEKA CIVIC THEATRE ’Äì The classic Agatha Christie mystery, "The Mousetrap" will be presented all weekends and some additional days. Phone 357-5211 for tickets or visit www.topekacivictheatre.com for show times and more information.
Oct. 25
DOWNTOWN LAWRENCE WALKING TOURS ’Äì Today is the final walking tour that will focus on history and architecture of downtown Lawrence. Tours will depart from the Farmer’s Market, 824 New Hampshire, at 9 a.m. and return at 10 a.m. Three different tours will be offered in rotation. Tickets are $10.00 for adults. Advance registration is recommended by phoning 785-842-3883.
NAACP ’Äì Brad Kemp, Executive Director of the Kansas Coalition for Lifesaving Cures will speak about stem cell research and other medical cures at the monthly meeting, 1 p.m., 2nd floor, Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site. Phone 220-4544 for more information.
Oct. 26
BLINTZE FEST ’Äì Temple Beth Sholom will hold its 18th Annual Blintze Fest featuring a Blintze Bar for all of the Blintzes you can eat, plus a drink. $8 donation per person. The Topeka Jazz Workshop Band will perform from 9a.m. ’Äì 1 p.m. The event is open to the public and will be held from 9 a.m. ’Äì 1:30 p.m. at the Temple Beth Sholom, 4200 SW Munson. Phone 272-6040 for more information.
CHILDREN’S DAY MUSIC WORKSHOP ’Äì Youngsters ages 12 and younger will be the stars at a free music workshop at Washburn University. They will have the opportunity to participate in sing-alongs, dancing, activities with instruments and crafts. The event concludes with a talent showcase at 3:45 p.m. on the White Concert Hall stage. All children must be accompanied during the workshop by an adult 16 years or older. Registration will be from 1:30 ’Äì2 p.m. at White Concert Hall. The workshop is sponsored by Sigma Alpha Iota, a women’s music fraternity, and the Collegiate Music Educators National Conference. Phone 670-1519 for information.
BOOK DISCUSSION ’Äì Discuss The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini. Books provided. Registration required. 3 ’Äì 5 p.m., Menninger Room 206, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library. Phone 580-4540 to register.
GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OPEN HOUSE ’Äì Tour the library, talk with experienced genealogists and learn more about the organization, 1 ’Äì 4 p.m., Topeka Genealogical Society, 2717 SE Indiana Ave. This event is free and open to the public.
Oct. 27
TOPEKA PC USERS CLUB ’Äì The After Lunch Bunch will meet at 1 p.m. at the Classic Bean in Fairlawn Plaza. The meeting is open to the public. Phone 272-8444 for information.
HOW TO WRITE A NOVEL IN 30 DAYS - This fast paced approach to writing will have participants begin writing on Nov. 1 with a goal to write a 50,000 word novel by the end of the month. Registration required at www.nanowrimo.org. 7 - 8 p.m., Marvin Auditorium, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library.
MAD SCIENCE - Hands on experiments on magnets and what they have in common with the North and South Poles will be the topic for students ages 9 - 11 years. Registration required. 6 - 7 p.m., Lingo Story Room, Topeka and Shawnee Public Library. Phone 580-4565 to register.
Oct. 28
ANIMENTALS ANIME ART CLUB - Dress up like your favorite anime character for the costume party and games. This event is for teens 11-18 years of age. 5 - 6:30 p.m., Marvin Auditorium, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library. Phone 580-4565 for information.
Oct 30
POWERPOINT - Learn to create dynamic presentations on the computer, 9 - 11 a.m., Computer Training Center, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library. Phone 580-4606 to register.
Oct. 31
SILENTS IN THE CATHEDRAL ’Äì Will Rogers stars as Ichabod Crane in the 1922 silent movie classic "The Headless Horseman." The feature movie, along with two comic shorts will be accompanied by the Cathedral’s 62-rank pipe organ by theater organist Marvin Faulwell. This 7: 30 p.m. event at Grace Cathedral is free and is co-sponsored by the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library. Phone 235-3457 for more information.
GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT ’Äì Moms and daughters will have an old fashioned P.J. party and will play games, get a manicure, enjoy treats and snacks and share a fun evening together. Today is the final day to register for the 6 ’Äì 8 p.m. Nov. 7 event at the Velma K. Paris Community Center. $3 registration fee required. Phone 862-1630 for registration and information.
GHOULISH GAMING - Students ages 11- 18 will celebrate Halloween with a local Topeka Board Gamers group by playing an array of horror/monster -based themed games, 3 - 8:45 p.m., Marvin Auditorium, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library. Phone 580-4565 for information.
CHILDREN’S HALLOWEEN CONCERT & COSTUME CONTEST ’Äì This year’s concert will feature Ric Averill, Jennifer Glenn, Jeanne Averill and Steve Mason. After singing some great Halloween songs, there will be a costume parade and everyone will win a prize. Grand prizes have been donated by the show’s sponsors. Tickets are $5 per person. 4:15 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, Lawrence. Phone 785-843-2787 for information.
THE CRUMPLETONS MASQUERADE BALL ’Äì Adults can dance, drink, and show off their costumes while the Crumpletons perform 60’s music. This benefit is for the Drama Program at the Lawrence Arts Center and is $10 per person. 9 p.m. ’Äì midnight at the Lawrence Arts Center. Phone 785-843-2787 for more information.
Nov. 1
SOUP SUPPER ’Äì Chili or vegetable soup and dessert will be available from 4 ’Äì 7 p.m. at the Southern Hills Mennonite Church, 511 SE 37th St. A mini bazaar and bake sale will also take place. Cost is $6 per adult and $4 for children ages 10 and under. Proceeds will be divided equally among Topeka Area Service Organizations, the Mennonite Church Conference, and the Southern Hills Mennonite Church.
ANNUAL FREEDOM FUND BANQUET - The Topeka Branch NAACP will host it’s 95th annual banquet featuring Dr. Farrah Gray, celebrity entrepreneur, selling author, philanthropist and syndicated columnist at 6 p.m., Regency Ballroom at the Ramada Inn Downtown. Tickets are $40 per person and are available by phoning 220-4544.
DROP-IN - Practice new computer skills or get a little help with computer problems. Come and go anytime during the session. Registration is not required. 9:30 - 11 a.m., Computer Training Center, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library.
Forthcoming
GHOST TOURS ’Äì If you are tired of the same old haunted houses, try the real thing in Topeka, Manhattan, Lawrence, Kansas City and Holton with Ghost Tours of Kansas. Tickets and tour schedules are available at www.ghosttourkansas.com.
HAUNTED HOUSES IN KC ’Äì Various haunted houses can be experienced now through Nov. 8 in Kansas City. Visit the following websites for time, dates, locations and prices: www.edgeofhell,com; www.chambersofpoe.com; www.kcbeast.com; www.macabrecinema.com.
KANSAS MENTORS ’Äì Coach Bill Snyder and Tom Osborne have issued a friendly challenge to see which state, Kansas or Nebraska, can sign up the most new mentors by Oct. 31. Mentors are asked to spare an hour a week to spend time with a young person in the community. This challenge is in conjunction with Kansas Big Brothers and Big Sisters. Visit www.kansasmentors.org or phone 1-888-KS4-BIGs.
PUMPKIN FARM ’Äì The Renyer’s Pumpkin Farm near Wetmore will be open 10 a.m. ’Äì 6 p.m. every Friday and Saturday and 1 ’Äì 6 p.m. on Sundays through Oct. 31. Flashlight Corn Maize hours are 7 ’Äì 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays only. Phone 785-548-5229 or 785-285-0967, or visit www.renyerspumpkinfarm.com for information and appointments for groups of 15 or more.
TROUT STOCKING POSTPONED ’Äì Due to inclement weather, the fall trout stocking at Ward-Martin Creek in Auburndale Park will be postponed until Nov. 6 when it will be double stocked. A special trout stamp is required for trout fishing at Auburndale Park which can be obtained from fishing license vendors or at the KDWP Region 2 Office at 300 SW Wanamaker Rd. Phone Ray at 273-7640 for more information.
FESTIVAL OF TREES ENTERTAINMENT ’Äì Musical groups and soloists are invited to perform half an hour at one of the open time slots at this year’s Topeka Festival of Trees at the Ag. Hall near the Kansas Expocentre. The annual Festival of Trees is a benefit for Sheltered Living. Contact Chris at 249-1528 or email Ccruz74583@aol.com for available time slots on Dec. 6 and 7.
RITCHIE HOUSE OPEN HOUSE ’Äì The Historic Richie House will have an open house from 10 a.m. ’Äì 2 p.m., 1116 SE Madison, every Saturday in November. Phone Dale Anderson at 233-4011 for more information or visit www.shawneecountyhistory.org.
CITIZENS PATROL TRAINING ’Äì Safe Streets, in collaboration with the Topeka Police Department, will offer a four-hour training session on Citizen Patrol, 9 a.m. ’Äì 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8 at the Law Enforcement Center. Participants will learn the latest crime trends and crime prevention techniques. A $10 deposit is required per person for registration which will be returned if attending the class. Contact Judy at 266-4606 by Nov. 5 to register.
Ongoing
BOOKMOBILE - Available every Thursday from 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Quincy Street Station, 820 SW Quincy. For other locations and times, phone 580-4590.
BELLY DANCING ’Äì Free belly dancing instruction will be offered from 6 ’Äì 7:30 p.m., the first Friday of every month at the Central Park Community Center, 1534 SW Clay. No experience necessary and no observers allowed. For more information email: huraiva.alimah@yahoo.com.
BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC - Free blood pressure clinics are offered every Tuesday from 9-10 a.m. at the American Red Cross, 1221 SW 17th St., & every Thursday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the Oakland Community Center, 801 NE Poplar St. For more info call 234-0568.
DOWNTOWN LAWRENCE WALKING TOURS ’Äì Saturday morning walking tours through Oct. 25 will focus on history and architecture of downtown Lawrence. Tours will depart from the Farmer’s Market, 824 New Hampshire, at 9 a.m. and return at 10 a.m. Three different tours will be offered in rotation. Tickets are $10.00 for adults. Advance registration is recommended by phoning 785-842-3883.
FRIDAY FLICKS - The Topeka/Shawnee County Public Library will show movies every Friday in the Lingo Story Room from 3’Äì5 p.m. Limit 30 people. For more info call 580-4565.
HOMEWORK CENTER - Homework coaches are available to help children ages 5-18 with questions, assignments, and teach them how to use library resources. The homework center is available M-Th from 4-8 p.m. and Sunday from 2-6 p.m. For more info call 580-4565.
TOPEKA RAILROAD FESTIVAL ’Äì Volunteers are needed to help with the festival on Aug. 30 at the Great Overland Station. Sign up for three-hour shifts. Phone 232-5533 or go to the website: www.greatoverlandstation.com for information.
Monthly and Weekly Meetings
ARTHRITIS FIRST HAND - 3rd Tuesday of each month, 12 p.m. at the Pozez Education Center, 1505 SW 8th. For more info call Patty, 272-8461
BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE - NE KS chapter meets every 3rd Sunday at 4 p.m. at the American Legion, 3800 Michigan. Meetings are open to the public.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY - Christ-centered 12-step recovery for alcoholism, chemical addiction, gambling addiction, sexual addiction, anger, grief, depression, co-dependency, victims of abuse and any other hurt, habit or hang-up that is keeping you from the purpose God has for you meets every Friday at 6 p.m. at 1912 SW Gage Blvd. For more info call 220-7641.
CITY OF TOPEKA RETIREES’ GROUP - Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at The Golden Corral Family Steak House, 1601 SW Wanamaker Rd, at 11 a.m. For more info call John Rothrock at 272-4332.
CIVITAN CLUB OF TOPEKA - Volunteer service organization meeting the local needs of youth, senior citizens and persons with developmental disabilities. Meetings are 12-1 p.m. every Wednesday at the Top of the Tower restaurant. For more info call Dean at 256-2509.
DOVIA - The Topeka Chapter of Directors of Volunteers in Agency meets on the 4th Thursday of each month at 8 a.m. For more info call Jeanette at 272-4060.
DOWNTOWN OPTIMIST CLUB - A volunteer service organization helping local youth, meets at noon, every Friday at the Top of the Tower restaurant. Phone Bill Kastens at 272-2604 for info.
FOLK DANCERS - The Recreational folk dance group meets every Saturday night from 7-10 p.m., 2637 SE 41st St. No experience necessary and partners are not required. Free and open to the public. For more info call 266-7155.
INVESTORS CLUB - Meetings for cash flow real estate investors held every first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. at 2100 SE 29th St, on the 2nd floor. Anyone interested in buying or selling real estate is invited to attend meetings. For more info call Lawrence Tibbetts at 266-0400.
KANSAS PRAIRIE PACKERS - For those interested in hiking, canoeing, bicycling and other outdoor activities, the group meets at 7pm the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the Pizza Hut at 10th & Topeka Blvd. For more info call Mary at 234-4667.
KAW VALLEY WOODCARVER - Meets 2nd Sunday of each month at Seaman Congregational Church at 2 p.m. Special carving meetings are held on Thursday of each month from 1-9 p.m. & on Saturday of each month from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. following the monthly meetings at C. Honaker’s Studio, 4121 NW Brickyard Rd. For more info call 293-5814.
LIFE GROUPS - The groups meet every Sunday from 9-9:45 a.m. at Light of the World Christian Center. For more info call 271-1010
.MACHINE EMBROIDERY CLUB - Meets on the 1st Wednesday of each month. For more info call Ane McMahan at 271-1567.
AMERICAN SEWING GUILD - The neighborhood group meets every 3rd Tuesday each month. For more info call 271-1567.
SOROPTIMIST - International volunteer organization for business and professional women who want to work to improve the lives of other women in local and world communities. Meetings are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month at noon at the Ronald McDonald House in Topeka.
SUNFLOWER HARMONY CHORUS ’Äì Women’s acappella vocal ensemble invites women who like to sing and dance to join the fun! Rehearsals are every Monday at 7 p.m. at Seaman Congregational Church, 2036 NW Taylor. For more information, call Mary at 783-7419.
SUNRISE OPTIMIST CLUB - The group meets every Tuesday, at 6:30 a.m. at 720 NW 50th. For more info call 246-1291.
TOASTMASTERS - The Power Speakers meet every Wednesday, from 7-8 p.m. and the Heartland TM meets every Thursday, from noon-1 p.m. at the Topeka/Shawnee County Public Library. For more info call Rob at 267-5789 or Michael at 286-3651.
THE TOPEKA APPLE USER GROUP - Meets every 3rd Wednesday of each month at the Topeka/Shawnee County Public Library at 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend if interested in using Apple computers, equipment or software.
TOPEKA SIERRA CLUB - Meets every 4th Tuesday of each month at the Topeka/Shawnee County Library at 7 p.m. for those who are interested in environmental issues. Non-members welcome
WESTAR RETIREES’ GROUP - Meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at the Top of the Tower, 5th & Kansas. For more info call Ane McMahan at 271-1567.Art Galleries & Museums
BEAUCHAMP’S GALLERY ’Äì "A Different Perspective", new paintings by Barbara Waterman Peters and Robert Swain. 3113 SW Huntoon. Phone 233-0300 for more information.
BROWN VS. BOARD HISTORIC SITE ’Äì "Separate Cinema: From Micheaux to Morrison" a traveling exhibit of historic movie posters tracing the changing images of African Americans in feature films. This exhibit will continue through October 31 at the Brown v. Board of Educational National Historic Site, 1515 SE Monroe. Phone 235-3939 or email brownfound@juno.com for more information.
THE COLLECTIVE ART GALLERY ’Äì "New Flower Paintings: Exploring the Edge" by Gweneth McClain will run through November 1 at 3121 SW Huntoon. Phone 234-4254 or visit www.collectiveartgallery.org for more information.
GREAT OVERLAND STATION ’Äì "Hallowe’en Horrors: Frankenstein, Dracula, Bats and Ghosts!" This collection of Halloween memorabilia and art will be on display from 10 a.m. ’Äì 4 p.m., Tuesdays ’Äì Saturdays and 1 ’Äì 4 p.m., Sundays, through Nov. 2 in the Fink Exhibition Gallery. Normal admission prices apply. Phone 232-5533 for more information or visit www.greatoverlandstation.com.
EXHIBIT ’Äì "Forces of Nature" focuses on Kansas tornadoes, droughts, prairie fires and floods. The exhibit includes some interactive elements. 9 a.m. ’Äì 5 p.m., Tues. through Sat., 1-5 p.m., Sun., Kansas Museum of History, 6425 SW 6th Ave. Phone 272-8681 for information.
EXHIBIT - A Century of Railroading in Jackson County. See model trains, train and depot photos, 1860 - 1960 fashions and hear stories of "riding the rails" 10 a.m. - noon, Saturdays, 2 - 4 p.m. Sundays, through Oct. 26, Roebeke House, Holton. Phone 785-364-4991 for information.
MULVANE ART MUSEUM ’Äì "Liquid Fire: Kansas Collections", is an exhibition of functional and sculptural glass by international, national and regional artists. Included are works by William Ansley, Doug Sheafor, Gaylon Kintner and James Van Sickel. A reception will be held 5 ’Äì 8 p.m. on Oct. 17. The exhibit will continue through Jan. 25. The Mulvane Art Museum is located on the campus of Washburn University at 17th & Jewell. Phone 670-1124 for information or visit www.washburn.edu/mulvane for more information.
WU FACULTY EXHIBIT ’Äì Eighteen Washburn University art department faculty, emeritus faculty and adjunct faculty will exhibit a wide variety of media and styles in an exhibit running through Jan. 25 at the Mulvane Art Museum. An opening reception will be held 5 ’Äì 8 p.m. on Oct. 17 in conjunction with the "Liquid Fire" exhibit.
SABATINI GALLERY ’Äì "Kansas Impressions" in memory of Beth Skoog, showcases a tradition of artwork that illustrates the growth of the art community in Topeka. This exhibit will continue through Nov. 14. The gallery is located at the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library.
STERNBERG MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY - "T. rex cetera: dinosaurs and Other Monsters of the Mesozoic" features numerous full skeletons and other world class fossils. This exhibit will run through March 29, 2009 at the museum on the Fort Hays University campus, Fort Hays. For more information phone 785-628-4206 or visit www.fhsu.edu.
Support Groups
AGING - For caregivers of seniors. Meets every 4th Wed, monthly, at 1p.m. in the Clubhouse of Rosehill Place. For more info call 235-1367, ext. 30.AL-
ANON FAMILY GROUP - For family and friends of alcoholics. For a schedule of meetings call 357-8725 or visit our www.kansas-al-anon.org.
BEREAVED PARENTS ’Äì The Compassionate Friends non profit support group offer friendship and understanding to parents, grandparents and siblings after the death of a child of any age from any cause. Monthly meeting is at 7 p.m., Aug. 25 in the Formation room of Most Pure Heart of Mary Church at 17th & Stone. Enter the blue doors on the south side of the church. August meeting: Making Photo Memories of Your Child. For monthly meeting dates and information, call Susan at 272-4895.
BOUNCE BACK SELF-HELP - For those living with multiple sclerosis. Meetings are held on the 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the MS Society Topeka office. For more info call the MS Office at 272-5292.
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP Open to in a caregiver role with an elder. Meetings are held on the 4th Wednesday of each month from 1-2 p.m. at the Rose Hill Senior Housing’s community building, 3600 SW Gage #79. For more info call 233-1730, ext. 3229.
CHILDREN’S GRIEF COUNSELING - Grief counseling for children ages 5-18 who have suffered the loss of a friend, loved one or a pet. Sessions are designed to creatively work through feelings with a registered art therapist and music therapist. For more info call 232-2044.
COFFEE FOR CAREPARTNERS - For the families of those living with multiple sclerosis. Meetings are held on the 3rd Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. at the MS Society Topeka office. For more info call Charlie at 228-1818.
GRANDPARENTS AND CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP ’Äì Meeting Room 8, St. Francis Health Center. Phone 286-2329 for time and information.
GRIEF SUPPORT - Group meets the 1st Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Heartland Hospice. On the 1st Thursday each month the group meets in the Penthouse of the Independent Living High-rise Apts at Brewster Place. Widow’s Dutch luncheon is held every 3rd Thursday of each month at Paisano’s Ristorante at 11 a.m. For more info call Terry 271-6500.
’HEALS’(Healing After Loss by Suicide) - AKA Survivors Of Suicide (SOS). For those who have lost a loved one by suicide. Meets every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 7-8 p.m. in the Pozez Education Center. For more info call Steve Newcomer at 478-4947 or 296-8349.
OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS ’Äì A fellowship for people who have problems with overeating and undereating. For information, contact Janet M. at 267-6653 or through the website: sunflowerintergroupoa.org.
PARENTS HELPING PARENTS - Designed for parents who want to improve their parenting skills and share their experiences with other parents. Meets every Tuesday from 10-11 a.m. at Parkdale Preschool, 1115 SE 10th St. For more info call Gwen at 575-6970.
PARENTING THE SECOND TIME AROUND - Parenting meetings are held every 3rd Tuesday of each month at the YMCA downtown from 6:30-7 p.m. For more info call 286-2329.
RESOURCE FAMILY - Meetings are held on the 4th Monday of each month from 7-8 p.m. at the Topeka/Shawnee County Public Library in the Boardroom. For more info call Rebecca at 766-7652.
WIDOWED PERSONS SUPPORT GROUP - Invites widows to attend brunch every 3rd Saturday each month at First United Methodist Church from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Bring a covered dish, rolls, salad, dessert, fruit or cheese. For more info call 357-7290 or 379-5776.
WOMEN’S POSITIVE LIVING - Self-help group for people with multiple sclerosis and their families meets every Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the MS Society Topeka Office. For more info call Janine Wurm at 228-1818.
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