MEETINGS TODAY:

Baby Play, 5:30 to 7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Goshen. Play and learning time for parents and children up to 4 years old. Pizza or sandwiches provided. No charge or pre-registration required. Meets the second and fourth Monday of every month. Information: Goshen Health System's Nurse On Call, 535-2600.

Divorce Care Group, 6:30 p.m. every Monday at Crossroads Community Church, C.R. 17 at C.R. 18, Goshen. Discussions on anger, forgiveness, being alone and dealing with children. Information: Donita, 848-0891.

Bashor Children's Home Auxiliary will serve breakfast for the community at 9:15 a.m. today. The annual fund-raising food auction will follow. Everyone is welcome. The home is at 62226 C.R. 15. Meet in Arbogast Center Health Clinic. Questions: 533-1780.

Divorce Care for Kids (DC4K), 6:30 p.m. every Monday at Crossroads Community Church, C.R. 17 at C.R. 18, Goshen. Weekly program designed for children through teens whose parents are divorced or separated. Call Donita at 848-0891 for more information.

Elkhart High School class of 1935, 9 a.m. breakfast meeting at Golden Egg Pancake House, 3421 Plaza Court.

Elkhart Rotary Club meets at noon every Monday at the Matterhorn, 2041 Cassopolis St. Information: Tom Shoff 293-5530 or tom@shoff.com

Elkhart Video and Drama Club, 7 p.m. at Elkhart Public Library. Information: 294-3789.

Elkhart Youth Community Choir, 5 to 7 p.m. at Deliverance Church of God in Christ, 1305 Benham Ave., Elkhart. Any child 8 and older is welcome.

FOE 395 Auxiliary, 7 p.m. second and fourth Mondays at 225 W. Marion, Elkhart. Information: 294-6007.

Moms in Touch:

* The Crossing of Middlebury, 1:30 p.m. Mondays, The Crossing, 511 S. Main St., Middlebury. Information: Doreen Mast, 642-3174.

* York Elementary School, 7:30 p.m. Mondays, River of Life Fellowship, 11162 S.R. 120, Middlebury. Information: Michelle Streeter, 848-5381.

* Northridge High School, 8:30 a.m. Mondays, First United Methodist Church, 301 S. Main St. Information: Glenda Miller, 825-9203.

* Heritage Intermediate School, 8:30 a.m. Mondays, Crystal Valley Missionary Church, 233 U.S. 20. Information: Jodi Mynhier, 825-1406.

* Middlebury homeschooled students, 9 a.m. Mondays, Griner Mennonite Church, 12418 C.R. 20. Information: Anna Miller, 825-5194.

* Orchard View Elementary, 8:20 a.m. Mondays, Crystal Valley Missionary Church, 233 U.S. 20. Information: Sheila Miller, 825-4443.

* Northridge Middle School, 8:30 a.m. Mondays, Crystal Valley Missionary Church, 233 U.S. 20. Information: Laurie Smith, 825-3097.

Michiana Writers Workshop, 7 to 9 p.m. the third Monday of each month at Elkhart Public Library. Share market news and critique manuscripts. Information: 287-3977.

NAMI sponsors "Family to Family" classes every Monday through Nov. 23. Free to family and friends of the mentally ill. 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Oaklawn, 2600 Oakland Ave., Elkhart. Information: Jeannie Stuckey, 266-0581.

Next Step Singles Group, for single and newly single people, meets at 6:30 p.m. every Monday at Crossroads Community Church, C.R. 17 at C.R. 18, Goshen. Study and discussion led by Garry Hoffman. Information: www.mycrossroadscommunity.com or 875-4479.

People Between Jobs, 8 a.m. Mondays at First Presbyterian Church, 200 E. Beardsley Ave., Elkhart. Support group for people in job transition. Free and open to the public. Information: 264-3109.

S.O.A.R. (Steelworkers Organization of Active Retirees), 1:15 p.m. today at Steelworkers Union Hall. Meets the second Monday of each month. Information: 294-1294.

The South County Democratic Club meets at 7 p.m. the second Monday at the Buchanan Moose Lodge. Burgers, Reubens and beverage available at 6 p.m. The lodge is at 101 S. Redbud Trail. Information: (269) 695-7232 or www.southcountydems.com.

The American Culinary Federation South Bend Chefs & Cooks Association will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Elkhart Area Career Center, 2424 California Road. To RSVP or for more information, contact Greg Beachey at 262-5880, ext. 2027 or gbeachey@elkhart.k12.in.us.

MEETINGS TUESDAY:

Nappanee Noon Kiwanis Club meets at noon Tuesdays at DalMar Catering, 159 E. Lincoln St., Nappanee. Information: Beverly Fales, 773-7876.

Concord High School class of 1948 meets for breakfast at 9 a.m. the second Tuesday of each month at The Trolley Cafe, in the Old Bag Factory, Goshen. Information: Mary Carr, 295-5553.

Al-Anon meets from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday from at River Oaks Community Church, 58020 C.R. 115, Goshen. Info: 875-1152.

Divorce Care for Adults, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays at River Oaks Community Church, 58020 C.R. 115, Goshen. Weekly seminar and support group to help those dealing with separation or divorce. Information: Terry Miller, 522-7338.

Elkhart Breakfast Optimist Club, 6:45 a.m. every Tuesday at Matterhorn Banquet & Conference Center, 2041 Cassopolis St., Elkhart.

Elkhart Knitting Group meets every Tuesday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Elkhart Public Library. All knitters of any experience welcome. Information: 295-7839.

Elkhart Commandery No. 31, stated meeting, 7 p.m. Nov. 10 at Masonic Lodge, 931 Industrial Parkway, Elkhart. All Knight Templars welcome. Snacks and fellowship after meeting. Information: Russ Anderson, 264-6223.

Elkhart County Chess Club, 7 p.m. at First Congregational Church. 431 S. Third St., Elkhart. Visiting chess, backgammon and beginning players are welcome. Information: 262-4023 after 5 p.m.

Elkhart County 4-H Aerospace Club, 7 p.m. Nov. 10 at Goshen Air Center, 17229 C.R. 42, Goshen. Elkhart County children in grades 3-12 invited to attend. Meets the second Tuesday of every month. Information: Amy Coons at 596-0404 or call 848-7594.

The Harvest Basket Food Program for those age 60 and older, disabled or victims of a catastrophic illness, meets from 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays at the north campus of Crossroads Community Church, 3322 Middlebury St., Elkhart. Sponsored by Harvest Basket for Community Services Agency. Information: 522-2899.

Elkhart County Mothers & More, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 10 at Elkhart Public Library, main branch. Nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of mothers through support, education and advocacy. Guests welcome. Held the second Tuesday of each month. Information: Timshel Gabrielson at tgabrielson@earthlink.net or 389-0227.

Elkhart High School class of 1939, breakfast at 9 a.m. at Mayberry Café, 736 Middleton Run Road. All class members and guests are welcome.

Elkhart Noon Exchange Club, noon at Christiana Creek Country Club, Main and Bristol streets, Elkhart. All-volunteer, national service organization for men and women who want to serve their community, develop leadership skills and enjoy new friendships.

Elkhart Noon Kiwanis Club, noon at Matterhorn Banquet & Conference Center, 2041 Cassopolis St., Elkhart. Information: Cheryl Farmer, 206-8844, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

FOE 395 Aerie, 7 p.m., 225 W. Marion St., Elkhart. Information: 294-6007.

Middlebury 4-H Club, 7 p.m. at Middlebury Elementary School. Meets the first Tuesday of each month. Information: Clara Fry, 825-9747.

NAACP Elkhart County Branch meets at 7 p.m. at St. James AME Church, 122 Dr. Martin Luther King Drive, Elkhart. Meets the first Tuesday of every month. Information: 264-5675.

REST (Residents for Environmentalism Stand Together), 7 p.m. at Fellowship of Hope meeting hall, 1618 S. 6th St., Elkhart.

Selmer retirees noon luncheon at The Moose Lodge, 1500 C.R. 6, Elkhart, begins at 11:30 a.m. The group meets the first Tuesday of each month. All retirees and spouses are welcome. Information: 296-7019.

Second Chance Small Dog Rescue holds its board of directors meeting the third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Hunter's Place, 2703 S. Main St. Elkhart. Open to the public. Information: 262-9294.

Social Order of the Beauceant 129, stated meeting, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 10 at the Masonic Lodge, 931 Industrial Parkway, Elkhart. Meets the second Tuesday of each month except July and August. Information: Pauline Anderson, 264-6223.

Supporting Parents and Children Equally, 6:30 p.m. Nov. 10 at the Education Service Center (next to Memorial High School), California Road, Elkhart. For family members of children with disabilities. Child care provided. Information: 266-6003.

Woodlawn Nature Center hosts a beginning knitting class at 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Bring large needles and bulky yarn. $3 for non-members, $1 for members. The center is at 604 Woodlawn Ave. Information: 264-0525.

Al-Anon, a support group for family members of alcoholics, meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at River Oaks Community Church, 58020 C.R. 115, Goshen. Information: 875-1152.

Learn CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver from 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 10 at the McNaughton Park pavilion in Elkhart. Session is free.

MEETINGS WEDNESDAY:

Little Cherubs Preschool classes for ages 2 to 5 years. Child care also available. Pay only when they stay in the Stay N Play. St. Johns United Church of Christ, 2701 E. Bristol St., Elkhart. Information: 266-9303.

Elkhart High School class of 1943, 9 a.m. Nov. 11, breakfast at Golden Egg Pancake House, 3421 Plaza Court. Information: 293-4177 or 295-2306.

Moms in Touch:

* Elkhart Central High School, 8 to 9 a.m. Wednesdays to pray for students and staff. Meeting locations vary. Information: Kristal Klehfoth, klehfoth@aol.com.

* Jefferson Elementary School, 9 a.m. Wednesdays, Jefferson Brethren Church, 58915 S.R. 15, Goshen. Information: Marlys Stutzman, 533-9428.

NAMI Connection, a peer-oriented support group for people living with mental illness, meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of every month in the Eucalyptus Room at Oaklawn, 2600 Oakland Ave., Elkhart. Anyone living with a mental illness is welcome, and anything shared during the meetings is confidential. Information: Marcia Thomas, 295-7830.

Elkhart Lions Club, noon at the Matterhorn Banquet & Conference Center. Visitors welcome. Every Wednesday.

Elkhart Vintage Auto Club, 7 p.m. Nov. 11 at Willowdale Park Pavilion, Elkhart. Information: Ben Russo, 264-9986.

Friendly Pioneers, executive board, 10:45 a.m. Nov. 11, McNaughton Park Pavilion, Elkhart. Carry-in lunch at noon. Information: 294-3344.

Kane Masonic Lodge 183, board of trustees meeting at 7 p.m. Nov. 11 at 931 Industrial Parkway, Elkhart.

MEETINGS THURSDAY:

EGH H.O.P.E. (Helping Other Parents Endure), a support group for parents who have lost a baby, 7 p.m. Nov. 12. Meets the second Thursday of every month in the Elkhart General West Wing Prefunction Room.

Elkhart High School class of 1934, 9:30 a.m. Nov. 12 at Bristol Street Cafe, 500 W. Bristol St. Information: 254-4590.

Elkhart High School class of 1948, 9 a.m. Nov. 12, breakfast meeting at Golden Egg Pancake House. Information: 522-6747.

Elkhart Morning Rotary Club meets at 7 a.m. at the Chubby Trout, 2730-B Cassopolis St. Guests and prospective members welcome. Information: Burne Miller, 293-7300.

Moms in Touch for Middlebury Elementary School meets at 9:15 a.m. Thursdays at Pathway Assembly of God Church, 13805 U.S. 20. Information: Nancy Miller, 825-7896.

The public is invited to attend a Medicare Part D informational seminar at 2 p.m. Nov. 19 at Heritage House, 1700 Waterfall Dr. in Nappanee. Free of charge, but please RSVP to 773-3592.

Heritage Spinning and Weaving Guild, 7 p.m. Nov. 12 at Middlebury Scout Cabin.

The local chapter of National Alliance on Mental Illness, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 12 at Oaklawn, 2600 Oakland Ave. A free educational and support meeting for the family and friends of persons who have a mental illness. Oaklawn. Information: 596-6464.

Noon Optimist Club, noon at the Elks-Christiana Creek Club. Information: Lori Snyder, 295-9944.

Osceola Neighborhood Watch, 7 p.m. Nov. 12 at Osceola Masonic Lodge, North Beech Road.

Quilting Club, 2 p.m. Nov. 12 at the YMCA, 200 E. Jackson Blvd., Elkhart. Hosted by the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Elkhart County in conjunction with the YMCA Senior Center. Meets the second Thursday of each month. Information: 389-3399.

Youth Action Committee Junior Optimists Club, 7 p.m. on the second floor of the Elkhart train station, across from the post office. Youth ages 14 to 18. Information: Brian or Aaron, 295-8727.

Elkhart County Retired Teachers Association will lunch at 11:30 a.m. Nov. 12 at Greencroft Senior Center. The speaker will be Sen. Carlin Yoder. Cost is $11. Information: Susan Fields, 293-8840. Please bring a donation of cleaning product, nonperishable food or money for The Salvation Army.

MEETINGS FRIDAY:

Moms in Touch of Concord Junior High School and Concord High School meets from 9 to 10 a.m. every Friday to pray for students, staff and school concerns. Nondenominational. Information: Diana Clark, 875-1050 or bdabs@verizon.net.

Elkhart High School class of 1959, 9 a.m. Nov. 13, breakfast at Perkin's Restaurant & Bakery, 107 Northpointe Blvd.

Goshen High School class of 1949, 9 a.m. Nov. 13, monthly breakfast at Old Mill Inn, Waterford.

MEETINGS SATURDAY:

Elkhart High School class of 1953, 9 a.m. Nov. 14, breakfast at Toledo Café, Toledo Road (across from Sautter's Greenhouse), Elkhart. Information: the Stumps, 522-3247.

Yoga classes are held every from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday at the Wellfield Gardens, 1000 N. Main St., Elkhart. Mats provided. A $4-to-$10 donation is requested. In case of inclement weather classes are held inside the Wellfield offices.

Elkhart County Retired Teachers Association offers a financial planning workshop for teachers, administrators and other school personnel Saturday at Eighth Street Mennonite Church, 602 S. Eighth St. in Goshen. Register beginnng at 8:45 a.m. Workshop will end at 11 a.m. For more information call 264-5550.

King David Lodge 53 F & AM, 1 p.m. at Canaan Baptist Church, 933 Fieldhouse Ave., Elkhart.

Whiskerville Truckers, 1 p.m. at Nappanee American Legion Post 154. Information: 773-3286.

MEETINGS SUNDAY:

Next Step Brunch group, 12:45 p.m. Nov. 15. Singles can build new friendships and experience personal growth. Meets the third Sunday of each month. Information: 875-4479 or www.mycrossroadscommunity.com.

Woodlawn Nature Center, 604 Woodlawn Ave., hosts a book club at 2:30 p.m. Sundays. New members welcome. Information: 264-0525.

Caring for the Caregiver (formerly called "A Season for Caring"), a support group for people who are caring for a loved one, meets at 9 a.m. Sundays at River Oaks Community Church, 58020 C.R. 115, Goshen. Information: 875-1152.

FUNDRAISERS

DAV chapter 19, 1205 Middleton Run Road, Elkhart, will hold a bazaar Nov. 20-22. To reserve tables call 293-0761 or 596-0399.

The Humane Society of Elkhart County Red Barn Resale Shop will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 13-14 for a "Merriest of Merry Christmas" sale. Funds raised from the sale are used for the feeding and care of the animals. The shelter is also accepting donations of household items in working condition and clean, gently-used clothing. Items can be dropped off during the week from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Humane Society is at 54687 C.R. 19 in Bristol.

Beta Alpha Chi's annual shopping trip to Chicago will be Nov. 14. Bus will leave at 8:45 a.m. from West Side Middle School, 101 S. Nappanee St., and travel to Water Tower Place on Michigan Avenue. Return is 7 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person. Proceeds to be donated Information: Debbie, 361-4753.

MGM Radio Club of Elkhart is selling 2010 Michiana Entertainment books to raise funds for the club. To purchase a book call Sandy Scheuring at 264-7683.

The Dunlap Lions Club is selling Florida citrus for delivery the weekend of Dec. 12. Order by Nov. 15. Grapefruit, $14; oranges, $15; mix: $14.50. Call 522-1497 by 5 p.m.

The MGM Radio Club is selling Michiana entertainment books until Dec. 25. Contact Sandy Scheuring, 264-7683.

WEEKLY FUNDRAISING EVENTS

TUESDAY:

DAV Chapter 15, 708 W. Pike St., Goshen. Tuesday nights feature bar chicken. Proceeds help all veterans, especially those coming back from Iraq. Information: 533-2924.

WEDNESDAY:

DAV Chapter 15, 708 W. Pike St. 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday. Fish dinner, $4; chicken basket, $2; shrimp dinner, $5. Proceeds to local charities.

Information: 533-2924.

FRIDAY:

DAV Chapter 15, 708 W. Pike St. Dinner and bingo Friday. 5 to 7 p.m., dinner; bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. Early bird is five games of crazy bingo, then regular bingo begins. Funds used for veterans and projects. Information: 533-2924.

American Legion Post 308, 122 Lincolnway E., Osceola. 5 to 8 p.m. every Friday. All you can eat. Cost: $6. Other menu items available. Live band 8 p.m. to midnight. Public welcome. Information: 674-6712.

American Legion Post 143, 905 Maple St., Bristol. Fish fry, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Friday. Cost: $7. Band from 7 to 11 p.m. Open to the public. Proceeds go to the veterans home and VA hospital.

VFW Post 88, 1519 W. Bristol St., Elkhart. Fish fry from 5 to 8 p.m. every Friday. Information: 264-1000.

SUNDAY:

American Legion 365 on U.S. 12 E., Edwardsburg. Sunday morning breakfast, 8 a.m. to noon. Open to the public with a full menu. Proceeds benefit SAL veterans projects.

RECREATION

TODAY:

Elks 798, 220 N. Main St., Goshen. Public bingo at 6:30 p.m. every Monday. Information: 533-5230.

Ballroom dance classes, 7:55 to 8:55 p.m. rhythm class. Cha cha, salsa, rumba and hustle. $5 fee for each person. Information: Robin Reveal, 389-7878, ext. 206.

Ballroom dance classes Mondays at Studebaker Park. Foxtrot, swing, cha cha, rumba, tango and more. Beginners, 6 p.m.; intermediate class, 8 p.m. Cost: $60 per couple for six weeks or $15 per session. Information: Kay Teal, 295-7275.

Euchre, American Legion Post 365, U.S. 12 in Edwardsburg, 7 p.m. every Monday. Information: (269) 663-8888.

WEDNESDAY:

Bike Night every Wednesday night in the parking lot at Signature Lanes, U.S. 20 Bypass and C.R. 17. Need a destination for a ride? Information: 296-1111.

Bingo, Goshen Elks 798, 220 N. Main St., 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday. Information: 533-5230.

Ballroom dance classes Wednesdays: 7:55 to 8:55 p.m. rhythm class, cha cha, salsa, rumba and hustle; 8 to 8:55 p.m. smooth class, American waltz, tango, fox trot and Argentine tango. Information: Robin Reveal at 389-7878, ext. 206.

Euchre, VFW Post 88, 1519 W. Bristol St., Elkhart, every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.

Euchre: DAV Chapter 19, 1205 Middleton Run Road, Elkhart, has a euchre tournament at 6 p.m. every Wednesday. Open to the public. Information: 293-0761.

THURSDAY:

Euchre, Knights of Columbus, 112 E. Lexington Ave., Elkhart, 6:30 p.m. every Thursday. Use rear alley entrance.

Euchre, Osceola American Legion Post 308, 122 Lincolnway E. 7 p.m. every Thursday (sign in at 6:30 p.m.).

FRIDAY:

Bingo, American Legion Post 365, U.S. 12 in Edwardsburg. Public bingo at 6:30 p.m. every Friday. Information: (269) 663-8888.

Bingo, DAV Chapter 19, 1205 Middleton Run Rd., Elkhart. Crazy bingo starts at 7 p.m. Information: 293-0761. Looking for additional players.

Bingo, DAV Chapter 15, 708 W. Pike St., Goshen. Public bingo, 6:30 p.m. every Friday. Players are invited to have supper at the DAV.

VFW Post 985, 1201 W. Pike St. (U.S. 33), Goshen. Public bingo, 7 p.m. every Friday. Supper available from 5 to 6:30 p.m.

Dancing, VFW Post 88, 1519 W. Bristol St., Elkhart, holds a '50s-'60s night, 8 p.m. every first and third Friday.

Weekly dances for singles and couples are held at the Elks Club, 3535 McKinley Hwy., South Bend. 8 p.m. to midnight. Lessons one hour prior for $8. Must be 21. Information: 296-9900.

SATURDAY:

Next Step Supper Club meets at 6:45 p.m. the first Saturday of each month. Meeting takes place at a different restaurant each month. Build new friendships and experience personal growth. Information: 875-4479 or www.mycrossroadscommunity.com.

DAV Chapter 19, 1205 Middleton Run Road, Elkhart, dancing and live band, 8 p.m. to midnight every Saturday.

Euchre, American Legion Post 308, 122 Lincolnway E., Osceola, 2 p.m. every Saturday.

Karaoke, VFW 88, 1519 W. Bristol St., Elkhart, from 8 p.m.-midnight every Saturday.

SUNDAY:

Next Step Brunch Group meets at 12:45 p.m. the third Sunday of each month. Meeting takes place at a different restaurant each month. Build new friendships and experience personal growth. Information: 875-4479 or www.mycrossroadscommunity.com.

EVENTS

The Humane Society of Elkhart County will hold a pet adoption from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 14 at Martin's Pet and Garden Center, 116 W. Jackson Blvd., Elkhart. For more information call the shelter at 848-4225 or visit www.elkharthumanesociety.org.

VOLUNTEERS

The YMCA of Elkhart County is in need of bilingual volunteers to assist and interpret at the Welcome Center. Please contact Jean Tavernier at 389-7878, ext. 131 for more information. The YMCA is at 200 E. Jackson Blvd. in Elkhart.

Volunteers are needed to assist with pricing donated items and organizing the Humane Society of Elkhart County's Red Barn Resale Shop. Volunteers are also needed to work the sale dates which are the second and fourth Friday and Saturday of each month. To assist with this fundraising event call 848-4225.

SouthernCare Hospice is looking for volunteers to help make a difference in terminal patients and their families' lives. Opportunities include: delivering goodie bags, running errands, visiting with patients, relieve caregivers, provide snacks and more. To join the volunteer program, please call SouthernCare Hospice at 259-0895 or (866) 259-0895.