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Exploreand discover the Whitewater Valley

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Fall 2013 Edition

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On the Cover: photo by Joshua Smith HYPE gathering at the Cope Environmental

Center in Centerville.

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IndexPage 3 . . . . . . . . . Festivals and Holiday EventsPage 4 . . . . . . . . . . . Nature/Halloween EventsPage 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Arts and CraftsPage 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EventsPage 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EventsPage 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EventsPage 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MusicPage 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EventsPage 12 . . . . . . . . . . Destination Depot DistrictPage 13 . . . . . . . . . . Destination Depot DistrictPage 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TheatrePage 15 . . . . . . . Fundraisers/Kids and FamilyPage 16 . . . . . . . Destination Randolph CountyPage 17 . . . . . . . Destination Randolph CountyPage 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EventsPage 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . History and Literature0 . . . . . . . . . . Train Trips/Social EventsPage 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Health and FitnessPage 22 . . . Destination Downtown RichmondPage 23 . . . Destination Downtown Richmond

Whether you’re just visiting for a day or have lived in eastern Indiana or western Ohio your whole life, there are still plenty of hidden gems to explore. The area is rich with

cultural and natural resources, along with creative event planners who offer fun and educational programs at various locations, many for free or very little cost. Be a tourist in

your hometown. Take a look through these lists of events and ideas for getting out in nature. Visit places you’ve never seen or haven’t been to recently. Step away from the computer, TV

or video games and try something new.

Don’t forget to consult the daily Palladium-Item and online calendar at www.pal-item.com for more event listings throughout the year. If you’d like your group’s event included in

the P-I calendars or future editions of Explore, please post it to the calendar at pal-item.com. Or send it to [email protected] or 1175 N. A St., Richmond, IN 47374. Listings run free of charge as space permits. Make sure to include the time and date, location, cost, a contact name, phone number and/or Web site and any other helpful information for your neighbors

as they plan their schedules.

For more information about Explore, call Millicent Martin Emery at (765) 973-4468 in the newsroom or Sharon Brandley in advertising at (765) 973-4442.

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Lindsay DeSantis poses as a pioneer woman and greets folks visiting Cope Environmental Center during a maple syrup program

Festivals and holiday events

4th Street Fair, Oct. 5-6, South Fourth Street, south of the Wayne County Courthouse. Foods, decorations, vendors, arts and crafts, live music and dance. For all ages. Free admission. Booth spaces available. (765) 962-1010

Fall Gathering, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. , Oct. 5-6, Preble County Historical Society, 7693 Swartsel Road, Eaton, Ohio. Featuring bluegrass and Celtic music (free admission Oct. 5, and $5 for adults on Oct. 6). Auction, living history interpreters and more. (937) 787-4256 or www.preblecountyhistoricalsociety.com.

Canal Days, Oct. 4-6, Metamora, Ind. Train rides available from Connersville.

Economy Lions Club 9th annual Fall Breakfast /Cruise-In, 7 a.m.-10 a.m. , Oct. 5, Economy Lions Den, U.S. 35, Economy, Ind. Breakfast is from 7-9:30 a.m. Cost is $6. Smoked pork chops for $3 extra. Car show registration is from 7:30-9:30 a.m. with awards at 10 a.m. Cost is $5 per car. Rain or shine. (765) 886-5506

October Festival and Movies at the Park, 9-5 p.m. Oct. 5, Lewisburg Community Park, Lewisburg, Ohio. (937) 962-4377 or www.lewisburg.net

Oktoberfest, Oct. 12-13, West Alexandria, Ohio. (937) 839-4168

Black Walnut Festival, Oct. 19-20, Camden, Ohio.

White Christmas Celebration, Nov. 29, downtown Eaton,

Ohio. (937) 456-4125

Christmas Festival, Nov. 29-Dec. 15, Wayne County Historical Museum, 1150 N. A St. , Richmond. Hours: Mondays-Fridays 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays 1 - 4 p.m. Visit the museum while it is decorated for the holiday season. Bid on some of the donated decorations and gift baskets to take home. (765) 962-5756

Cambridge City Wonderland, Starting from 5-9 p.m. , Nov. 30, Creitz Park and Main Street, Cambridge City. The Christmas Wonderland will offer antiques and unique crafts and collectibles, a lighted parade, strolling carolers, a double-decker bus, craft bazaar, and carriage rides. Sponsored by Cambridge City Chamber of Commerce. Celebration of Lights continues in Creitz Park every weekend in December. Details and schedule: www.cambridgecityindiana.org or (765) 478-5352

Metamora Holiday Special train, Starting Nov. 29, Whitewater Valley Railroad, 455 Market St. , Connersville. Special holiday shopping excursions to Metamora are available in conjunction with Metamora’s Annual Christmas Walk. Coach fares for our Christmas trains are: Adults: $27, Children 2-12: $16. Nov. 29-30 and Dec. 7 and 14, 4 p.m. departure with 3 ¼-hour layover. (765) 825-2054

Whispering Christmas lights display at Fort St. Clair Park, Eaton, Ohio, Dec. 1-31.

Christmas Lighting of the Park, 6-8 p.m. Dec. 1, Lewisburg Community Park, Lewisburg, Ohio.

Old Fashioned Christmas Festival, 5 p.m.-9 p.m. , Tuesdays in December, Historic Depot District, Fort Wayne Avenue, Richmond. You will feel the spirit of the season as

you stroll through our historic neighborhood aglow with twinkling lights and luminaries. Enjoy carriage rides, ride the double-decker bus, visit Santa, live reindeer, cookies, hot chocolate and much more. (765) 939-3325

Christmas in Our Hometown, Dec. 1, downtown Liberty, Ind. (765) 458-5976 or www.ucdc.us.

Preble County Historical Society Dinners, Dec. 6-8, 7693 Swartsel Road, Eaton, Ohio. Off Ohio 122, 6 miles southeast of Eaton and 1 mile north west of Gratis. (937) 787-4256 or www.preblecountyhistoricalsociety.com.

Celebration of Lights, 6-9 p.m. , Dec. 7, Glen Miller Park, 2200 block East Main Street, Richmond. Thousands of luminarias, carriage rides, entertainment, a candy cane hunt for the kids, a bonfire and concessions. Santa will pose for pictures. Rosemary Weigel Frostbite 5K starts at 5 p.m. (765) 983-7425

Christmas in the Village, 4-8 p.m. Dec. 8, West Alexandria, Ohio. Visit area businesses, lighted parade, Santa and door prizes. (937) 839-1102

Christmas Tour of Homes, 1-5 p.m. Dec. 8, Lewisburg, Ohio. (937) 962-4377

Nature

ArbLeaf, Hayes Arboretum, 801 Elks Road, Richmond. ArbLeaf, the self-guided walking leaf collecting trail is now open. Leaves from 55 trees may be collected, starting from the Nature Center complex where maps are available. Bring pencil, paper and plan for organizing leaves as they are collected. Selected trees are numbered, marked with orange ribbons and have white signage with orange lettering labeled in English and Latin. Open from 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays. Available through Oct. 26. (765) 962-3745 or hayesarboretum.org

Corn Maze, Today’s Harvest, U.S. 40 and Ohio 320, New Paris, Ohio. Maze features cast of “Modern Family” TV show. Part of the proceeds benefit Children’s Medical Center of Dayton. Other activities include new train play area, corn hole, mini golf, life-size checkers, launch the corn cannon, play with the kids in the rope maze or at the duck races, music and food. Open weekends through Oct. 31. Hours: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays (ticket sales stop at 10), and noon-8 p.m. Sundays. Weekday outings available by appointment. Tickets: $7 per adult; $5 per child age 5-11, and children ages 4 and under are free. Tickets get you in again any time during the season for free. (937) 877-6030 or todaysharvestfarm.com

Night hike, 8:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. , Oct. 4, Cope Environmental Center, 4910 Shoemaker Road, Centerville. Group will go in search for night creatures, try to call in owls and participate in a few sensory games. Russ Wright will be leading this exciting hike. Fee: $5 for non-members; $3 members. Registration required by calling (765) 855-3188. Hiking trails open daily dawn to dusk at no

charge.

Halloween/haunted events

Tales from the Departed Walking Tour, 1-5 p.m. Oct. 5, Earlham Cemetery, 1101 National Road W. , Richmond. $10 per car. Learn about the lives of some prominent local citizens who have come back to life just for the day to tell you their stories. (765) 962-5756

Lewisburg Haunted Cave, 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays in October with last entry at midnight, 4392 Swisher Mill Road, Lewisburg, Ohio. Adults, $16; children 10 and younger, $5. www.hauntedcaveatlewisburg.com

Everton Haunted House, 7-11 p.m. , Fridays and Saturdays in October, Everton Volunteer Fire Department, 5496 South Indiana 1, Connersville. Presented by Everton Volunteer Fire Department. $6. (765) 265-2840

Rusty Acres Haunted Orchard, 8-11 p.m. , Fridays and Saturdays in October, Rusty Acres Orchard, 6480 S. Kidd Road, Connersville. $6. Presented by Connersville FFA. (765) 265-2840

Saturday Night Fright Haunted Forest, 8 p.m.-midnight Saturdays in October, Manlove Park, 6632 Manlove Park Road, Milton, Ind. $7 donation. (765) 478-4080


Thaddaus Broussard presented himself as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the LOGOS presentations for KidsFest at the Wayne County Historical Museum


3rd annual Zombie Walk, 4 p.m. Oct. 12, begins and ends at Happy Heathens, 1204 E. Main St. , Richmond. Cost to walk is two cans per person. Food collected for Richmond Dream Center and animal food for Roscoe’s Rescue. Vendors, demonstrations from local companies and organizations. Kid-friendly event. Pre-walk events begin at 4 p.m. with walk at 5:30 p.m.

Haunted Museum Tour, 6:30-9 p.m. Oct. 18-19 and 25-26, Wayne County Historical Museum, 1150 N. A St. , Richmond. Kids encouraged to dress in costume. This is an event for the whole family, nothing too scary! Adults, $5; children ages 3-17, $3. Ages 2 and younger admitted free. (765) 962-5756

Campfire/Scary Stories, 6-7:45 p.m. Oct. 24, Centerville-Center Township Public Library, 126 E. Main St. , Centerville. Bring a blanket. Storytelling, marshmallow roasting, and games from 6-7 p.m. Scary stories from 7-7:45pm for ages 12-18 only. (765) 855-5223

Fall Festival, 6-11 p.m. Oct. 26, Seton Catholic High School, 233 S. Fifth St. , Richmond. $3 admission; game tickets sold 4 for $1. “The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown” will be shown, plus games, haunted basement, scary crawl, pumpkin carving contest and more. (765) 965-6956

Pumpkinliner, 10 a.m. Oct. 26-27, Whitewater Valley Railroad, 455 Market St. , Connersville, Ind. Enjoy a round

trip from Connersville Grand Central Station to the pumpkin patch. Your train ticket includes round trip train service, a hay ride to and from the patch, and a pumpkin for each child 12 and under. Trains depart at 10:01, 12:30, 2:30 and 4:30. Tickets are $9 for ages two and up and include a pumpkin for children age 12 and under. Reservations are recommended. Trains operate rain or shine. (765) 825-2054

Halloween Howl, 5-8 p.m. Oct. 26, Tom Raper Center, Wayne County Fairgrounds, 861 Salisbury Road N. , Richmond. Free. Please bring a can of food to donate. Organized by Richmond Parks & Recreation. (765) 983-PARK.

Richmond trick-or-treat, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 31. (765) 983-7200

Arts and Crafts

“As We Are: A Photographic Exhibit of Mothers and Daughters,” through Oct. 10, Morrisson-Reeves Library; Oct. 18-Nov. 22, Centerville Library; Dec. 6-Jan. 8, Hagerstown Library; Jan. 20-Feb. 28, Indiana University East Art Gallery.

Whitewater Artists Guild show, Whitewater Valley Arts Association, 249 W. 28th St. , Connersville, Ind. Through Nov. 1. Hours: 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. Mondays; 9 a.m.-noon and 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays; 10 a.m.-noon Wednesdays and 1-3

Actors rehearse for the Richmond Civic Theatre production of “Les Miserables”


p.m. Thursdays. Featuring 10 area artists.

Body and Soul art exhibit, Oct. 1-Nov. 2, Preble County Fine Arts Center, 601 Hillcrest Drive, Eaton, Ohio. Free. Hours: 1-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. (937) 456-3999 or www.takepartinart.net

Craft demonstrations, 11:30 a.m. Oct. . 1 and most first Tuesdays of the month at Richmond Senior Center, 1600 S. Second St. , Richmond. Call for reservations and schedule. (765) 983-7300

Torn Paper Collage Art Class, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 7, Arts Place, 96 ½ E. Main St. , Hagerstown. Taught by mixed media artist Julie King. Each student will create and take home a finished canvas. $32 includes supplies. (765) 489-4005

One Flight Up, through Oct. 25, Earlham College’s Runyan Center, 801 National Road W. , Richmond. Featuring works by Walt Bistline, assistant professor of photography and Sungyeoul Lee, assistant professor of metals, both of Earlham College. Free.

Fall Show, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. , Oct. 14-19, Rebecca’s Creative Designs, 3457 Sugar Grove Road, Greens Fork, Ind. Variety of gifts for all occasions. Custom embroidery and “one-of-a-kind” handbags. Becky Cranor, (765) 886-5146

Craft show, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. , Oct. 18-19, Olive Hill Farm, 3331 N. Centerville Road, Richmond. One mile north of I-70 at exit 145. Primitive and country crafts for sale. Fall and new

Christmas items. Wood snowmen, decorated windows and more. Rain or shine. Free admission.

Fall card-making class, 2-4 p.m. , Oct. 19, Preble County Fine Arts Center, 601 Hillcrest Drive, Eaton, Ohio. A fall card-making class will be taught by local artist Jessica Adams for ages 13 and up. Tuition for this class will be $15. The cards made will feature themes such as autumn, harvest, and Thanksgiving. In the two-hour workshop you will learn the basics of making scrapbook-style cards. During the session you will create up to three unique handmade cards. This class is great for those who want to create festive, one-of-a-kind cards for special events or those who never know what kind of card to pick up from the store. Materials will be provided. Registration: (937) 456-3999.

Whitewater Valley Annual Art Competition,Whitewater Hall, Indiana University East, 2325 Chester Blvd. , Richmond. Open Oct. 16-Dec. 6. The artist opening reception and awards presentation will be at 7 p.m. Oct. 16. iue.edu/gallery or (765) 973-8605. Free and open to the public.

Art Exhibition: LINK - Jewelry, Oct. 28-Nov. 22, Runyan Center at Earlham College, 801 National Road W. , Richmond. Featuring works by Sun Kyoung Kim, assistant professor of metals, Southern Illinois, University at Carbondale. Free and open to the public.

Holiday Arts and Crafts Bazaar, 11 a.m.-3 p.m .Nov. 1-2, Golay Community Center, 1007 E. Main St. , Cambridge City, Ind. Free admission. (765) 478-5565

This engagement is supported by the Arts Midwest Touring Fund, a program of Arts Midwest, which is generously supported by the National Endowment for the Arts with additional contributions from the Indiana Arts Commission. These attractions are alsomade possible, in part, with support from the Community Foundation of Randolph County, the Indiana Arts Commission, a state agency, and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. Further funding has been provided through the generosity ofour Sponsors: Richmond Community Schools, The Stamm Koechlein Family Foundation, KICKS 96 (WQLK-FM and WHON-AM), ThinkTV, Indiana Public Radio, Whitewater Broadcasting (1490 WKBV and G101-3 radio). Co-sponsors include: First Bank Richmond,Wayne County Foundation, Earlham College, Belden, U.S. Bank, Palladium-Item, Paust Printers, Wayne Bank and Trust Co., Dr. William H. Toedebusch, Dr. J. Michael and Nancy Perez and Family, Reid Hospital and Health Care Services, and West End Bank, S. B.

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Creators of American Big Band bring Big Bandholiday favorites to life. Many all–time holiday hitsfrom Bing to Buble’. From the dawn of the Big BandEra playing tunes through the decadesAmerican Big Band-Home for the Holidayswill be at the top of your holiday list.

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Let's Hang OnSaturday, October 12, 2013 / 8pmPays tribute to one of the greatest vocal groups of alltime, Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons You'll hear“Sherry”, “Big Girls Don't Cry”, “Walk Like a Man”, “I'veGot You Under My Skin”, “Can't Take My Eyes Off OfYou”, “December, 1963”, “Silence Is Golden” and “Let'sHang On” and other popular hits of the 60's and 70'sLimited Seating!

Central United Methodist Women’s Bazaar, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. , Nov. 2, Central United Methodist Church, 1425 E. Main St. , Richmond. Fall and winter items, baked items and candy, antiques and collectibles, floral arrangements, cafe and luncheon. (765) 962-8543

Annual Craft Show, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. , Nov. 2, Central Christian Church, 4511 National Road W. , Richmond. Numerous crafters, artists and vendors - Christmas items, jewelry, scarves, Scentsy, pottery, quilts, Pampered Chef, art work, gifts and much more. Free admission. (765) 935-1745 or [email protected]

Annual Juried Photography Show, Nov. 5-20, Preble County Fine Arts Center, 601 Hillcrest Drive, Eaton, Ohio. Free. Hours: 1-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. (937) 456-3999 or www.takepartinart.net

Holiday Craft Bazaar, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 7, The Gathering Place, 501 Nation Ave. , Eaton, Ohio. Organized by Preble County Senior Center.

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Artists, Nov. 7-Dec. 18, Richmond Art Museum, 350 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond. Free. Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays and 1-4 p.m. Sundays.


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Darcy and Rowan Mathews got into character for the Zombie Walk in October, an event that aided Circle U Help Center


Christmas Village Craft Show, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Nov. 8 and 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Nov. 9, Wayne County Fairgrounds, 861 Salisbury Road N. , Richmond. Sponsored by Richmond YWCA. More than 100 exhibitors at this annual event for more than 40 years. Items for sale include jewelry, clothing, baskets, handmade soap and candles, ornaments, snowmen of all sizes and shapes, painted furniture, wood crafts and much more. Admission of $2 for adults supports the Genesis shelter for domestic violence victims and the homeless. (765) 966-0538

Craft show, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Nov. 15-16, Olive Hill Farm, 3331 N. Centerville Road N. , Richmond. Primitive Christmas fills the building. Angels, snowmen with sticks, nativities, unusual trees of all sizes. Free admission. (765) 886-5216

5th Annual Holiday Handcrafters Showcase & Marketplace, Nov. 15-16, Delaware County Fairgrounds, 1210 N. Wheeling Ave. , Muncie. Fine arts, crafts, collectibles, antiques, home and personal items, gift and gift foods. Folk Art, Contemporary, Country, Primitive & Americana Arts & Crafts, food items, local merchants, home & personal consultants, etc. Claus Cafe will provide lunch and beverages. Children 12 and younger admitted free. Free parking.

Heartland Antique Fall Show, Nov. 16, Wayne County Fairgrounds, 861 Salisbury Road N. , Richmond. Admission price TBA. (843) 705-9747 or www.heartlandantiqueshow.com

Christmas Bazaar, Nov. 17, 11 E. Main St. , Hagerstown. Primitive crafts, candles, jewelry, food and more. (765) 993-9210

Quaker Hill Fall Festival with Local Artists & Vendors, Nov. 22-23, Friends United Meeting Welcome Center, 101 Quaker Hill Drive, Richmond. Featuring Ten Thousand Villages and other global crafts as well as local artists and vendors: woodworking, baskets, jewelry, food, books, fair trade coffee and chocolate and more. (765) 962-7573

Private Collection of Lila Mason and Friends, Dec. 3-Jan. 4, Preble County Fine Arts Center, 601 Hillcrest Drive, Eaton, Ohio. Free. Hours: 1-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. (937) 456-3999 or www.takepartinart.net

Fall student show, Dec. 6, Runyan Center, Earlham College, 801 National Road W. , Richmond. Free.

Free adult painting sessions, 2-6 p.m. Saturdays, Hagerstown Museum, 96 1/2 E. Main St. , Hagerstown, Ind. Arts Place art gallery

George Schmid talks about the life of John Rupe during the Tales From the Departed tour at Earlham Cemetery

Horses pull a trolley up a hill during the Tales From the Departed tour at Earlham Cemetery


is open from 1-6 p.m. , Wednesdays through Saturdays. Members of the Hagerstown Museum & Arts Place can paint anytime during open hours. (765) 489-4005 or [email protected]

Christmas in the Village Craft Bazaar, 11 a.m-5 p.m. Dec. 7, Third Street School Gymnasium, West Alexandria, Ohio. (937) 839-4168

Music Friday Night Gospel Sings, 7 p.m. , Fridays, Go Ministries International, 5125 U.S. 40, New Paris, Ohio. Oct. 4, Stony Creek (bluegrass); Oct. 11, The Riddells (Southern Gospel); Oct. 18, Kings Road (Southern Gospel); Oct. 25, Sons of Liberty (Southern Gospel). (937) 437-0092

John Corabi with special guest Doug Hart, 8 p.m. Oct. 10, Firehouse BBQ & Blues, 400 N. Eighth St. , Richmond. Corabi formerly played with Motley Crue, Ratt, The Scream and Union. Tickets $10 with reserved seating only. (765) 488-0312.

Let’s Hang On - Frankie Valli Tribute, 8 p.m. , Oct. 12, Civic Hall Performing Arts Center, 380 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond. A tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. Four male vocalists and two female artists sing and dance their way through the classics, backed by a live band. $25 for adults, $18 for students. Group rates available. (765) 973-3350, (888) 248-4242, or www.civichall.com. Box

office open from 8:30 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Mondays-Fridays.

Bill Gemmer’s Big Band History of Swing, 2-4 p.m.Oct. 13, Forest Hills Country Club, 2169 S. 23rd St. , Richmond. Featuring vocalist Nancy James performing early jazz. Dancing is optional. Tickets: (765) 962-2860 or www.starrgennett.org.

Rhythm of the Orchestra, 10 a.m. Oct. 18, Civic Hall, 380 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond. A free concert for seventh-graders in Richmond schools. Features some well-known selections from popular movies. (765) 966-5181

Christian pianist Dino Kartsonakis, 7 p.m. , Oct. 18, First Baptist Church, 1601 S. A St. , Richmond. $15. Tickets: First Baptist Church office at (765) 962-3074, Jan Clark at (765) 977-3001, or purchase at Trinity Gifts & Books in the Gateway Mall.

Earlham’s Percussion and Jazz Ensembles and Sones de Mexico Ensemble, 7:30-9 p.m. , Oct. 18, Earlham College, 801 National Road W. , Richmond. The first half of the program features Earlham’s Percussion and Jazz Ensembles. The second half features two-time Grammy nominated sextet Sones de Mexico Ensemble, a not-for-profit organization founded by Earlham graduate Juan Dies. Free. No ticket required.

Richmond Symphony Orchestra concert, “Where

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Can the Orchestra Take You?,” 7:30 p.m. Oct. 19, Civic Hall Performing Arts Center, 380 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond. Featuring Borodin’s “Prince Igor March,” Wagner’s “Magic Fire Music,” Grainger’s “The Gum-Suckers March,” Rautavaara’s “Daydreams,” Liszt’s “Les Preludes,” Puccini’s “La Tregenda,” Ginestera’s “Estancia,” Arnold’s “Four Scottish Dance” and Part’s “Cantus in Memory of Britten.”Adult and senior, $15, box seat: $20; students through grade 12, free. (765) 966-5181 or richmondsymphony.org

The Pumpkin Bash dinner-dance, 5:30 p.m. , Oct. 19, Richmond Senior Center, 1600 S. Second St. , Richmond. Dinner at 5:30 p.m. , music by The Impossibles at 6:30 p.m. (765) 983-7300

Rockin’ for Roscoe’s: 6:30 p.m. Oct. 19, Roscoe’s Coffee Bar and Tap Room, 185 Fort Wayne Ave. , Richmond. A benefit concert by Garcia and Scott, beer from Big Dawg and New Boswell and Roscoe’s coffee, silent auction and raffle. www.roscoesrescueinc.com.

Richmond Symphony Orchestra Young Artist Competition, 2 p.m. Oct. 20, Civic Hall, 380 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond. Middle school and high school students from area counties compete for cash awards and the opportunity to perform as a soloist with the RSO. Open to the community. Free admission. (765) 966-5181

Alaskan fiddler, poet and storyteller Ken Waldman, 7 p.m. , Nov. 8, The Farmland Center, 100 N. Main St. , Farmland, Ind. Tickets: $20 for VIP seats which include post-show party; $15 all other seats. Reservations: (765) 468-7631

The Young Africans, 7-9 p.m. , Nov. 9, Civic Hall Performing Arts Center, 380 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond. The Young Africans are a gifted group of singers, musicians and dancers who were all once a part of the world-renowned African Children’s Choir and are now 20-22 years old. Throughout the performance the Young Africans share various cultural elements from their countries of Kenya and Uganda with a Stomp-inspired dance as well as highlighting unique African instruments. Tickets are free. Donations welcome. Offered by Bethel AME Church. Tickets available at West End Bank (two locations), First Bank Richmond (all locations), Reid Hospital and Lingle Real Estate. (765) 962-7241

Earlham Chamber Music Concert, 4-5:30 p.m. , Nov. 10, Earlham College, 801 National Road W. , Richmond. Stout Meetinghouse. Free admission, no tickets required.

Concert Choir Fall Concert, 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. , Nov. 15, Goddard Auditorium in Carpenter Hall, Earlham College, 801 National Road W. , Richmond. Free admission, no tickets required.

Soul’d Out Quartet, 6:30 p.m. Nov. 16, Spartanburg Christian Church, 6714 E. County Road 700 S. , Lynn, Ind. Gospel music. Doors open at 5 p.m. No tickets needed. Free will offering. (765) 874-1266 or [email protected]

Earlham Symphonic Orchestra Fall Concert, 7:30-9 p.m. , Nov. 16, Goddard Auditorium in Carpenter Hall, Earlham College, 801 National Road W. , Richmond. Free admission, no tickets required.

Earlham Gospel Revelations Choir Fall Concert, 7-9 p.m. , Nov. 17, Goddard Auditorium in Carpenter Hall, Earlham College, 801 National Road W. , Richmond. Free admission, no tickets required.

Triumphant Quartet gospel concert, 7 p.m. Nov. 21, First Baptist Church, 1601 S. A St. , Richmond. $15. Tickets: First Baptist Church office at (765) 962-3074, Jan Clark at (765) 977-3001, or purchase at Trinity Gifts & Books in the Gateway Mall.

Earlham Convopella, 1-2:20 p.m. , Dec. 4, Earlham College, 801 National Road W. , Richmond. Featuring a number of Earlham a cappella groups. Free.

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Dec. 7, Earlham College, 801 National Road W. , Richmond. This evening’s concert jam features dynamic music from around the globe by Earlham’s Hand Drum Ensemble, Rhythm Project, Salsa Band and Big Band Jazz Ensemble.

Richmond Symphony Orchestra concert, “Pops Potpourri,” 3-5 p.m. Dec. 8, Civic Hall Performing Arts Center, 380 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond. Featuring Sousa’s “Free Lance March,” O’Connor’s “Appalachian Waltz,” selections from Tchaikovsky’s “Swan Lake,” Tyzik’s “The Essential Ellington,” Strauss’s “Perpetuum Mobile, Op. 257,” Laws’ “New York Times,” Lerner & Loewe’s “My Fair Lady,” Sousa’s “The Gladiator March” and Williams’ “Superman Theme.”Adult and senior, $15, box seat: $20; students through grade 12, free. (765) 966-5181 or richmondsymphony.org

Earlham Christmas Candlelight Service 8-10 p.m. , Dec. 9, Earlham College, 801 National Road W. , Richmond. Scripture readings, congregational carols and Concert Choir selections. The service concludes with everyone lighting candles and luminaries around the Heart. Following the service, everyone is invited to Earlham Hall lobby for cookies and hot chocolate.

Music by Sweet Surrender, Noon, Dec. 10, Forest Hills Country Club, 2169 South 23rd St, Richmond. Sweet Surrender with Gill Miller is a family oriented band playing gospel, classic pop, country and folk music. The Woman’s Club of Richmond program will feature Christmas carols

and new music with a sweet country sound. Guests are always welcome to attend for $4 plus $13 for the luncheon. Program begins at 1:15 p.m. For more information about this special event and other programs for the year, contact club president Mary Lou Griffey at (765) 277-9359 or e-mail at [email protected].

American Big Band Home for the Holidays, 8 p.m. , Dec. 14, Civic Hall Performing Arts Center, 380 Hub Etchison Pkwy, Richmond. A live band, singers and dancers present all-time holiday hits from Bing to Buble in a staged and costumed performance. $30 for adults, $22 for students with group rates available. (765) 973-3350, toll free (888) 248- 4242, or visitwww.civichall.com. Box office hours are 8:30 a.m. - noon and 1-4 p.m. Mondays-Fridays when Richmond schools are in session.

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Live music, 5:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Joe’s Pizza, 911 N E St, Richmond. (765)935-3838

Double D / Smooth-a-palooza with DJ Slash and DJ Smooth, 7 p.m. Fridays-3 a.m. Saturdays, The Alley Kat, 911 E. Main St. , Richmond. No cover charge. Both might even have some contests for you as well.

Theater “Brighton Beach Memoirs,” Richmond Civic Theatre, 1003 E. Main St. , Richmond. Shows at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays on Oct. 11-13 and 18-19. $15 for adults, $12 for seniors ages 65 and older and $12 for students with ID. This first play in Neil Simon’s autobiographical trilogy is a portrait of the writer as a young teen in 1937 living with his family in a Brooklyn walk-up. (765) 962-1816 or www.richmondcivictheatre.orgConvocation: Shane Koyczan, 1-2:20 p.m. Oct. 30, Earlham College, 801 National Road W. , Richmond. Shane Koyczan is one of the world’s premier spoken word performers and is known for his performance at the 2010 Olympic Opening Ceremonies. Free.

“Tartuffe,” 7:30 p.m. , Nov. 1-2, Earlham College, Wilkinson Theatre, 801 National Road W. , Richmond. Discover how a wealthy merchant becomes “Tartuffified” in a famous comedy by French playwright and actor Molière. Box office: (765) 983-1474.

“Ain’t Misbehavin’,” 8 p.m. , Nov. 23, Civic Hall Performing Arts Center, 380 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond. Traveling show encompasses 30 musical numbers featuring Harlem in its heyday. $28 for adults, $20 for students with group rates available. (765) 973-3350, (888) 248-4242, or www.civichall.com. Box office hours are 8:30 a.m. - noon and 1 p.m.-4 p.m. weekdays.

“The Sound of Music,” Richmond Civic Theatre, 1003 E. Main St. , Richmond. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Dec. 6-8 and 13-15. Adult, $15; seniors (65-plus) and students with ID, $12.

“Zombies from the Beyond”, 7:30 p.m. , Jan. 10-11, 2014, Richmond Civic Theatre, 1003 E. Main St. , Richmond . A Studio 10 performance. Tickets: $10; RCT members, $5.This musical comedy celebrates the American ideals and foibles in the Eisenhower era. Songs, dances and laughs as Cold War and space race paranoia threaten the good folks at the Milwaukee Space Center in 1955, where the staff is all abuzz at the arrival of rocket scientist Trenton Corbett. (765) 962-1816

The Church Basement Ladies musical comedy: “A Mighty Fortress Is Our Basement,” 4 and 8 p.m. , Jan. 14, 2014, Civic Hall Performing Arts Center, 380 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond. This nationally touring show is a celebration of the church basement kitchen and the women who work there. A new musical comedy featuring four distinct characters and their relationships as they organize the food and solve the problems of a rural church about to

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Taste of Wayne County, 5:30-8 p.m. Oct. 3, Richmond Square Mall, 3801 National Road E. , Richmond. Sample food from many of Wayne County’s favorite restaurants. Tickets are $10 and available in advance at the Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce, 33 S. Seventh St. , or at the door. (765) 962-1511 or wcareachamber.org

Annual salad smorgasbord, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. , Oct. 10, First United Methodist Church, 300 National Road W. , Richmond.

Smart Futures Dinner featuring Tom Crean, 6 p.m. Oct. 10, Tom Raper Center, Wayne County Fairgrounds, 861 Salisbury Road N. , Richmond. Dinner, live auction and awards. Sportswriter Mike Lopresti will receive the Smart Futures Award. Master of ceremonies will be Del Harris, current Texas Legends basketball coach. $75 per person or table of eight for $550. VIP reception is limited to 30 participants for $500, including dinner ticket, autographed basketball and photo. (765) 962-6922 or www.bgcrichmond.org.

10th annual For the Love of Grapes Wine Festival, 7-10 p.m. , Oct. 11, 4th Floor Blues Club, 923 N. E St. , Richmond. Tickets are $20. A portion of all ticket sales will be donated to IU East’s “One Book Many Voices” project to help bring clean water to other countries. Buy tickets at https://hypewinefest.eventbrite.com. Organized by HYPE Richmond (Helping Young Professionals Engage).

Catalyst for Change awards featuring Dick Vitale, 6 p.m.-9 p.m. , Oct. 17, Forest Hills Country Club, 2169 S. 23rd St. , Richmond. Dinner, auction and awards. National honoree: Dick Vitale; local honoree: West End Bank; alumnus honoree: Bryan Seidensticker; philanthropist honorees: the Mathile Family. Cost: $100 per person or $700 for table of eight. Fundraiser for Wernle Youth and Family Treatment Center. Reservations: (765) 939-4565 or wernle.org

Fall Books and More Sale, 12:30-4:30 p.m. Oct. 18 and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 19, Morrisson-Reeves Library, 80 N. Sixth St. , Richmond. Thousands of items. Fiction and non-fiction books for adults and kids, magazines, CDs, DVDs, videos, magazines, puzzles, records and more for $2 or less. (765) 966-8291 or mrlinfo.org

BRAvo! - The Signature Event, Oct. 19, Reid Hospital & Health Care Services, 1100 Reid Parkway, Richmond. Starts at 6 p.m. in the Gallery of Bras at MacDowell Gallery, with hors d’oeuvres, wine, music, bra art and a silent auction. Dinner and live auction start at 7:30 p.m. in Lingle Grand Hall. $75 per person. Cocktail attire. A fundraiser for breast cancer awareness programs. (765) 983-3102

Roast and Spaghetti Dinner for Pastor Ocie Poole, 3 p.m.-7 p.m. , Oct. 19, Townsend Community Center, 855 N. 12th St. , Richmond.

“Girls That Shine” Gala, 7 p.m. , Nov. 2. Location to be announced. Walk the red carpet at the annual Girls Inc. gala. Tickets/info: Girls Inc. , 121 N. 10th St. , Richmond, or by calling (765) 962-2362.

Alternative Gift Fair, noon-3 p.m. Dec. 7, Morrisson-Reeves Library, 80 N. Sixth St. , Richmond. Pre-sale date is from 5-7 p.m. Dec. 5, also at the library. Instead of the typical gift, attend the fair and make a donation in someone’s name to one of many local organizations. Free child care for shoppers and free chair massages. Gifts come with certificate of donation, information about the selected organization, reusable box (or mail-ready envelope), and ribbon. (765) 993-0381 or myalternativegiftfair.org

Kids and family

Preschool Story Time, 10-11 a.m. , first and third Tuesdays of the month, Joseph Moore Museum, 801 National Road W. , Richmond. Bring your favorite 3- to 5-year-old for stories, activities and time to explore the museum. Free. (765) 983-1303 or www.earlham.edu/joseph-moore-museum

Lunch Bunch Storytime, Noon-12:30 p.m. , Wednesdays through Nov. 6, Centerville-Center Township Public Library, 126 E. Main St. , Centerville. Stories, songs, fingerplays, and much more. Registration encouraged. Call (765)855-5223.

Birth-to-Five playgroups, 10-11 a.m. weekdays around Wayne County. Mondays at Rose Hamilton School; Wednesdays at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and Golay Community Center; Thursdays at Boys & Girls Clubs; Friday, Birth-to-Five office. An hour of unstructured play and a literacy activity. Free. Playgroups not held if weather is bad. (765) 966-6080

Children’s art classes, 4-5 p.m. Thursdays, Hagerstown Museum and Arts Place, 96 ½ E. Main St. , Hagerstown. Acrylic painting for ages 5-11 taught by Beth Sturgis. Free lessons and materials. (765) 489-4005

Apples and Pumpkins, Oct. 5, Garber Nature Center, 9691 Ohio 503 N. , Lewisburg, Ohio. For elementary-age kids. Paint a mini pumpkin to take home. Hear the story of Johnny Appleseed and make an apple bag puppet. Free with supplies provided. Donations welcome. RSVP encouraged at (937) 962-5561.

Children’s show Billy Blagg’s “The Science of Magic,” Oct. 7, Civic Hall Performing Arts Center, 380 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond. A science program geared to grades 4-6. Open to school classes and homeschoolers. Shows at 9 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Children: $2. Teachers/chaperones free. Tickets: (765) 973-3350.

Sydney’s Hope Bike Run & Carnival, Oct. 12, National Guard Armory, Connersville, Ind. Bike run for adults at

noon for $15 single or $20 double; carnival and hay rides from 1-5 p.m.; fried chicken dinner from 5-6 p.m.; relocate to Eagles #1065 from 7 p.m.-close. Fundraiser for girl battling cancer. (765) 969-3408

Hispanic Heritage Month Children’s Author Presentation, Oct. 14-15, around Wayne County, Ind. Organized by Amigos, the Richmond Latino Center, in cooperation with Richmond Community Schools, IU East, Earlham College, and Corazon Latino Youth. Duncan Tonatiuh was winner of the Tomas Rivera National Award in 2012 for best children’s book depicting the Mexican American experience. “Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote” is his latest published book, a story of immigration for children. He has also won awards for his illustrations and will demonstrate his technique inspired by pre-Hispanic art. Tonatiuh will appear in Starr, Vaile, and Fairview elementary schools, IU East and Test Middle school on October 14 and 15. He will also meet with Amigos Youth Group and parents, Corazon Latino. (765) 993-7238 or [email protected]

Toddler Times, 10 a.m.-11 a.m. , Oct. 16, Cope Environmental Center, 4910 Shoemaker Road, Centerville. Introduce your little one to nature with a story, hike and a craft. Fee: $3 per toddler. Registration required. Theme: “Over in the Forest: Come and Take a Peek.” (765) 855-3188

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Dancer’s Edge, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. , Oct. 19, Richmond High School Tiernan Center, 380 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond. Dancer’s Edge will give dancers a head start on their season! Walk away with as many as 6 routines choreographed by 3 professional dancers. Routines will be performance ready for games, recitals, competitions and more. Dancers will get the chance to learn different repertoires of dance, meet new people and improve their dancing. Ages 12 and up who enjoy dance, are on a dance team, or who dance in a studio are encouraged to attend to get an edge on their season. Pre-registration post-marked by Oct. 15: for 1-12 members,$25 each or 13+ members, $20 each. Register at the door, add $5 per person. Provided for fee--choreography, music cuts, snack, video opportunity. Register online (www.rcs.k12.in.us) and mail to Terry Runnels, 380 Hub Etchison Parkway, with payment. (765) 973-3377

Wayne County Youth Leadership Summit, Oct. 19. A day-long, energetic, engaging program for 7th to 12th grade students. Organized by Youth As Resources of Wayne County. Applications were due Sept. 27 but openings might still be available if submitted quickly. Application available at yarwayne.org/youth-summit. Questions: (765) 994-5354

Lego Club, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Oct. 29, Centerville Library, 126 E. Main St. Competitions, fun and snacks. Free. (765) 855-5223

Bedtime Stories, 7 p.m. on the last Thursday of every month, Joseph Moore Museum, Earlham College, 801 National Road W. , Richmond. Pajamas are encouraged and stuffed animals are welcome. Free. (765) 983-1303

Tom Sawyer,” Nov. 2-3, Richmond Civic Theatre, 1003 E. Main St. , Richmond. Presented by Stage One Youth Theatre. Adults, $8; students, $6. (765) 962-1816

Turkey Trot, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Nov. 2, Garber Nature Center, Lewisburg, Ohio. Visit a real turkey, hear a story, make a turkey costume to take home and do the turkey trot dance. For elementary-age kids. Free with supplies provided. Donations welcome. RSVP encouraged at (937) 962-5561.

Happiest Baby on the Block class, 5:45-6:45 p.m. , Nov. 7, Community Room, Richmond Municipal Building, 50 N. Fifth St. Free. Call (765) 966-6080 to reserve a spot by Nov. 4. New or expectant parents can learn how to calm a baby.

How I Became a Pirate,” Nov. 15, Richmond Civic Theatre, 1003 E. Main St. , Richmond. Presented by Stage One Youth Theatre. Tickets: Adults, $8; students, $6. A trip to the beach with his family turns into an adventure when Jeremy meets Captain Braid Beard and is recruited to help him find the perfect spot to bury his treasure.

The Polar Express, weekends from Nov. 15-Dec. 15, Whitewater Valley Railroad, 455 Market St, Connersville. The train departs Connersville’s Grand Central Station for a journey through the quiet countryside for a special visit to the “North Pole” with Santa Claus. Tickets: (765) 825-2054

Indiana Reptile Breeders Expo, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. , Nov. 17, Wayne County Fairgrounds, 861 Salisbury Road N. , Richmond. Frogs, turtles, snakes, spiders, geckos, and more. (937) 313-2436 or irbexpo.weebly.com/index.html

Santa Claus Limited, 10 a.m. , Nov. 29, Whitewater Valley Railroad, 455 Market St. , Connersville. Board the train at Grand Central Station in Connersville to pick up Santa Claus along the way. Once on board Santa will come and visit with each child on the train. Train departs at 10 a.m. , noon and 2 p.m. Tickets are $7 ages 2 and up.

White-tailed Wonders, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Dec. 7, Garber Nature Center, Lewisburg, Ohio. Learn about deer, make a deer puppet and search the woods to find deer tracks. For elementary-age kids. Free with supplies provided. Donations welcome. RSVP encouraged at (937) 962-5561.

Doll Tea, Noon, Dec. 7, Wayne County Historical Museum, 1150 N. A St. , Richmond. Dolls will be the center of attention as all attendees are asked to bring and share their favorite doll. An afternoon of “girly fun” as we share tea and finger sandwiches. (765) 962-5756 or waynecountyhistoricalmuseum.org


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Train Rides and Model Train Display, Richmond Furniture Gallery, 180 Fort Wayne Ave. , Richmond. Trains run first and third weekend of each month from noon-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Free vintage kiddie train rides. (765) 939-3325 or www.richmondfurnituregallery.com

History and literature Indiana Writer Michael Martone, 7-8:30 p.m. , Oct. 1, Stout Meetinghouse, Earlham College, 801 National Road W. , Richmond. Free. Martone is one of today’s most celebrated authors focusing his writing on Indiana/ the Midwest. His books include “Alive and Dead in Indiana,” “The Blue Guide to Indiana,” “The Flatness,” “Racing in Place,” “Double-Wide” and “Four for a Quarter.”

Convocation: The Creation of Anne Boleyn: A New Look at England’s Most Notorious Queen, 1 p.m.-2:20 p.m. , Oct. 2, Earlham College, 801 National Road W. , Richmond. Susan Bordo’s first book, “The Flight to Objectivity,” has become a classic of feminist philosophy. In her new book, “The Creation of Anne Boleyn,” Bordo challenges the mythology surrounding Anne Boleyn’s life

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African-American History of Preble County, 1820-1900, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. , Oct. 4, Preble County Fine Arts Center, 601 Hillcrest Drive, Eaton, Ohio. Preble County District Library will reveal new research findings on African-American history in Preble County. Highlights will include early African American graves, jobs held, places of residence, church attendance, family names, and much more. Guest speakers: Ohio Humanities Council Speaker Cathy Nelson, Minister Donne Hayden, local historian/author Walt Mast, PC Room Librarian Marlene Ressler, & Wayne County Historical Museum Director Jim Harlan. Registration was requested by Sept. 20: (937) 456-4970 or email [email protected]. $5 fee for lunch.

Billy Yank: The Life of a Soldier, 2 p.m. , Oct. 5, Preble County District Library, 450 S. Barron St. , Eaton, Ohio. Mark Holbrook from the Ohio Humanities Council portrays an Ohio Civil War soldier. (937) 456-4970 or www.pcdl.lib.oh.us

Book Discussion: “The End of Your Life Book Club,” 6 p.m. , Nov. 12, Morrisson-Reeves Library, 80 N. Sixth St. , Richmond. Book discussions are free and open to the public. Pick up a copy of the book at the library. Limited to the first 15 people signing up. Book by Will Schwalbe, discussion leader Barb Curtis. As a mother and son discuss their

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Train trips Fall Foliage Flyer , Thursdays and Fridays in October, Whitewater Valley Railroad, 455 Market St. . , Connersville. Enjoy the beautiful fall foliage in the Whitewater River Valley between Connersville and Metamora. Departs the Connersville station at 10 a.m. In Historic Metamora, visit the working grist mill, restored canal and lock, operating replica horse drawn canal boat, historic covered aqueduct, and more than 100 shops and restaurants during the 2 hour layover before your return trip to Connersville. The round trip fares for this train are $22 for adult and $14 for children, one way fares are $16 for adults and $9 for children. Caboose tickets are available for $25 adult and $16 child.

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Joint Chamber Network Night, 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. , Oct.

8, Huddleston Farmhouse & National Road Interperative Center, 838 National Road, just west of Cambridge City. The first-ever joint network event for Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce and Cambridge City Area Chamber of Commerce. Enjoy a tour of the farmhouse including the National Road Interpretive Center.

Wayne County Democratic Party meeting, Oct. 9, Willie & Red’s, 40 E. Main St. , Hagerstown, Ind. Open to the public. www.waynecounty89dems.com or (765) 960-5649

“Creating My Positive Place” Women’s Leadership conference, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Oct. 11, Fountain City Wesleyan Church, 5600 U.S. 27 N. Presented by Wayne County Foundation. $35. (765) 962-1638 or waynecountyfoundation.org

Pet Parade, 1 p.m. Oct. 11, The Gathering Place, 501 Nation Ave. , Eaton, Ohio. Organized by Preble County Senior Center. No cost.

CAST (Christian Adult Singles Together) gatherings, Oct. 11, Fountain City Wesleyan Church, 5600 U.S. 27 N, Richmond. Social hour and dance lesson 7-8 p.m.; dance with DJ 8-11 p.m. . Dress is casual; snacks, drinks and door prizes. All adult singles welcome. Schedule: [email protected]

Minority Women’s Network meeting, 6 p.m. , Oct. 28 and


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Turkey Bowl, 4-8 p.m. Nov. 9, American Legion Hall, 1477 S. Ohio 503, West Alexandria, Ohio, (937) 839-4825

Interaction Singles Dance, 8 p.m. Fridays, Eagles Lodge, 75 S. 12th St. , Richmond. Meeting and dance each Friday. Must be 21 or older and single. Social hour from 6-7 p.m. , discussion from 7-8 p.m. and dance from 8-11 p.m. Eagles membership not required. Cost: $6. (765) 966-8893 or (937) 456-9598.

Yokefellow luncheons, noon-1 p.m. Thursdays, First Friends Meeting, Chester Blvd. , Richmond. A loose-knit organization of Christians who meet from September through May. There is no membership. There are no dues. Hot lunch available for $6 or brown bags welcome. Women welcome.

A Christmas Victorian Dinner, 6 p.m. , Dec. 5, Quaker Hill Conference Center, 10 Quaker Hill Drive, Richmond. Chef Jen Ferrell will be serving a five- course authentic Victorian dinner. The staff will be dressed in period attire and the building will be decorated for the Christmas season. Cost is $40 and space is limited to 40 guests. (765) 962-5741 or qhcc.org

Trivia Night, 6-9 p.m. Thursdays, Little Sheba’s, 175 Fort Wayne Ave. , Richmond. (765) 962-2999

Thirsty Thursday Trivia, Thursdays at The Alley Kat, 911 E. Main St. , Richmond. Registration at 7:45 p.m. , game at 8 p.m. Teams of 1-4 people. Prizes for winning team. No entry fee. (765) 962-5287

Monday Night Beer Pong, 10 p.m. Mondays, E Street Pub, 815 N. E St. , Richmond.

Meet and Eat, 3:30 p.m.Tuesdays, MCL Restaurant & Bakery, 3801 National Road E. , Richmond. Organized by Widowed Persons Service. Speakers begin at 4 p.m. (765) 983-7307.

Health and Fitness BRAvo! Nights, Oct. 4, Richmond High School homecoming football game and Oct. 8 at IU East volleyball match. Raising awareness about breast cancer screenings.

Pancake Run, 6:30 a.m. registration Oct. 5, A 5K run-walk and 10K run to benefit Williamsburg Community Center starting at 8 a.m. Breakfast served from 7-10 a.m. $25, including breakfast. Non-runners pay $5.50. www.williamsburgcommunitycenter.org

2nd Annual MOTC Tails & Trails 5K walk/run, 10 a.m.-noon, Oct. 5, Summit Lake State Park, 5993 N. Messick Road,

New Castle, Ind. Organized by Muncie Obedience Training Club. Early registration is $20 now through Sept. 21. After Sept 21 and day of registration is $25. Goody bags with T-shirts, dog toys, bandanas and more are guaranteed to those who register by Sept. 21. This event is family friendly and dogs are welcome. Visit munciedogtraining.com or call (765) 284-2275.

Cope Environmental Center Fall Foliage 5K / 10K, 7:30 a.m. , Oct. 19, Cope Environmental Center, 4910 Shoemaker Road, Centerville. The Cope Environmental Center Fall Foliage 5K run / walk will again include a 10K option. $20 in advance, $25 in days leading up to event. Registration starts at 7:30 a.m. , with 9 a.m. start. (765) 855-3188 or www.copeenvironmental.org

Richmond American Discovery Hiking Club, around the area. Hike various woods and parks with a group. Call for schedule. (765) 966-2523

Running Wayne County, 7:30 a.m. , Saturdays. An informal group of runners that meets at various sites around Wayne County. There are short, medium and long routes. Email [email protected] or visit its Facebook page.

Yoga at the Y, 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m. , Saturdays, The Richmond Family YMCA, 2023 Chester Blvd. , Richmond. $5 non-members

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