CHURUBUSCO, Ind. (Nov. 5, 2009) – The American Red Cross of Northeast Indiana is offering free family caregiver training classes for residents of Whitley County. Take advantage of this opportunity (a $45 value), which is made possible through the generosity of the Whitley County Community Foundation.

The first class, called “Positioning and Helping Your Loved One Move,” will be held Tuesday, Nov. 24, from 6-7 p.m. at the Churubusco Public Library, 116 N. Mulberry St.

After completing the 1-hour module, participants should better understand and be able to apply the principles of good body mechanics; understand the importance of repositioning a loved one who spends a lot of time in bed; recognize how to prevent pressure ulcers; and understand how to safely help their loved one move.

It’s not just for the elderly – the module can be used for people of all ages.

All participants will receive a free Family Caregiving Reference Guide and DVD set. This guide is ideal for learning necessary family caregiving skills, and was awarded the 2008 Caregiver Friendly award.

There is no charge, but pre-registration is required for this special class.

According to Lauren Stoffel, Community Preparedness Associate for the American Red Cross, a similar module will be held in the near future at the Churubusco United Methodist Church. Other classes to be offered in 2010 include:

• Home Safety
• General Caregiving Skills
• Positioning and Helping Your Loved One Move
• Assisting with Personal Care
• Healthy Eating
• Caring for the Caregiver
• Legal and Financial Issues
• Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s Disease or Dementia

Register for the November 24 class by calling Stoffel at the Red Cross at 260-484-9336, ext. 225; email her at StoffelL@usa.redcross.org; or call the Churubusco Public Library at 260-693-6466.

Events at the Churubusco Public Library are as follows for November 2009:

• November 9 Board Meeting at 6 pm
• November 11 Veterans Day
• November 14 Shelly’s Birthday (Happy Birthday!)
• November 18 Holiday Storytime at 6 pm with Miss Sam
• November 19 Adult Discussion Group Meeting at 10 am
• November 20 Grim Readers Meeting at 5:00 pm
• November 21 FALL FUN RAFFLE at 2:00 pm
• November 25 Holiday Storytime at 5:00 pm with Miss Sam
• November 26 Thanksgiving- CLOSED

Fall Fun Raffle - The Friends of the Library will be sponsoring a “Fall Fun Raffle” Saturday, Nov. 21 at 2 p.m. The raffle will feature a number of prize baskets featuring items (including gift certificates, handmade items, and more!) generously donated by many area businesses.
You will not want to miss out on this exciting event. Help support your local library and buy a ticket (or tickets!) for the Fall Fun Raffle.
Tickets for the raffle will be available for $2 each or 3 for $5. Winners need not be present to win! Limit two winners with same name.

Tickets for the Fall Fun Raffle will be available at:

• Churubusco Public Library
• Churubusco Watch & Jewelry
• Farmers & Merchants Bank
• K&K Video & Books
• Watering Can (Churubusco & Columbia City)
• Churubusco News

PEABODY PUBLIC LIBRARY

Article contributed by Peabody Public Library

The November 2009 Peabody Public Library events are as follows:

(Peabody Public Library will be closing at 5 p.m.  Wednesday, Nov. 25 and will reopen at 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 28. )

SCRAPPING MOMS Mondays, November 16 & 30, 10 AM * 1 PM Join fellow scrapbookers for an informal session of sharing ideas. Free and open to all.

COLUMBIA CITY TATTER TOTS Mondays, November 9, 16, 23, & 30, 5:30 PM Learn to create beautiful lace patterns using the needle technique. $11 fee for first time participation only. Registration required.

MAKING LABELS Tuesday, November 3, 2 PM Learn to create and print mailing labels with Microsoft Word. Reqistration is required. This is a FREE class.

BEADING CLASS Wednesday, November 4 6 PM This month’s project is a Waves of Symmetry bracelet as shown in the October 2009 edition of Bead & Button Magazine. Call Laura for pricing. Registration is required.

TAI CHI WITH NANCY Wednesdays, November 4, 11, 18 & 25 6 PM Join Nancy Zummack and all your exercising friends for more relaxing, healthyTai chi. Registration ois requested. This is a FREE class.

QUILTING WITH CHLOE Thursdays, November 5 & 19 5:30 PM Supply list is available at circulation desk or a kit may be purchased for $10. Registration is required.

SAVVY SOCIAL SECURITY PLANNING FOR BOOMERS Thursday, November 5 6 PM Join us for an informative workshop to help pre-retirees plan future Social Security benefits. Registration is required. This is a FREE program.

GUITAR HERO TOURNAMENT Saturday, November 7 5 PM-10 PM Register early to get your name on the roster. The competition is for adults and young adults. Refreshments will be served. This is a FREE program.

SALUTE TO VETERANS Sunday, November 8 2 PM Our annual tribute to American veterans will be presented at Indian Springs Middle School. Please join us as we salute our country’s heroes.

MODERN/CLASSICS BOOK GROUP Tuesday, November 10 Noon This month’s book is “The Awakening” by 19th Century American author Kate Chopin. Walk-ins are always welcome. This is a FREE program.

BUYING & SELLING ON EBAY Tuesday, November 10 2 PM-4 PM Learn to wheel and deal on the internet’s premier sales and auction site. Registration is required. This is a FREE class.

BYOBEADS Wednesday, November 11 1PM-8 PM Enjoy the company of other people who have caught the beading bug! Stop in any time. An instructor will be available to assist if you have questions. This is a FREE class.

JUST THE FACTS BOOK GROUP Thursday, November 12 5:30 PM The selection for the month is “SWAG- Southern Women Aging Gracefully” by Melinda Rainey Thompson. Walk-ins are always welcome. This is a FREE program.

DARK CITY MOVIE NIGHT Saturday, November 14 7 PM This month’s film is “Detour”. Popcorn & soda will be available. This is a FREE program.

FREE DOWNLOADS & FUN WEBSITES Tuesday, November 17 2 PM-4 PM This class is just for fun! We will learn about free program downloads and visit some really amusing websites. Registration is required. This is a FREE class.

ADRIAN EMPIRE Sunday, November 15 10 AM Stop in and enjoy the reenacters as they have a merrie olde tyme! This is a FREE program.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE Saturday, November 28 9 AM * 8 PM Sunday, November 29 1PM – 5 PM The Friends’ winter edition of their book sale. Browse through their selection of gently used materials.

PAINT & TAKE Monday, November 30 9AM Project is Winter Scene oil painting on Slate. Fee is $40 with all materials included. Registration is required.

BEST SELLER READERS BOOK GROUP Monday, November 30 6 PM The book for this month is “Midwives” by Chris Bohjalian. Walk-ins are always welcome. This is a FREE program.

BROWN BAG BOOK GROUP Tuesday, December 1 12:10 PM The book for today is “Midwives” by Chris Bohjalian. Walk-ins are always welcome. This is a FREE program.

GRANDMA GOT RUN OVER BY A REINDEER!! Wednesday, December 9 6 PM Our third annual fruitcake competition, with musical entertainment by Chain O’ Lakes Barbershop Chorus. This is a FREE program. Registration is now open.

CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT

Preschool Story Time meets on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and Thursday at 4:00 PM. Story Time theme for November 3 and 5 is Pets and the Humane Shelter, November 10 and 12 is The Brave Indians, November 17 and 19 is Gobble Gobble, and November 24 is Let’s Give Thanks. Join us for stories, songs, finger plays and a craft.

Toddler Time meets in the Children’s Department at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, November 3, 10, 17 and 24. This easy-going group is designed for parents and their children under age three. Play Dates are Friday, November 6, 13 and 20, at 10:30 AM for parents and kids to come meet up with friends in a welcoming atmosphere complete with toys the kids will enjoy.

Yoga for Kids * Tuesday, November 3, at 4:30 PM. Local yoga instructor, Tiffany Herron, will teach kids the ways of yoga. For grades K-3. Sign-up requested. Limit of 25 students.

Yoga for Tweens and Teens * Tuesday, November 3 at 5:30 PM. Local yoga instructor, Tiffany Herron, will teach tweens and teens the ways of yoga. For grades 4 * 12. Sign-up requested. Limit of 25 students.

Ah-Choo! Germ Prevention * Wednesday, November 4, at 10:30 AM. Germs are everywhere. Learn how they spread and how to prevent them in this informative program. All ages of kids and adults are welcome.

Light bulb Turkeys * Monday, November 9, at 4:30 PM. You are invited to come create a cool turkey decoration from an old light bulb. Grades 3 and up. Sign-up requested. Limit of 15 students.

Balloons with Christie * Wednesday, November 11, at 4:30 PM. Join Christie in the Children’s department and learn how to make balloon sculptures. Ages 7 * 12. Sign-up requested. Limit of 20 students.

Joni Walker Art Classes * Thursdays, November 12 and 19, at 4:00 PM. Sign up at the Children’s Services Desk, call the Children’s Department, or register online. Fee is $2 per person per class to cover the cost of materials. Ages 5 and up. Limit of 30 students.

Craft Saturday * Saturday, November 14. Create your own Indian arrowhead necklace. Come anytime between 10 AM and 4 PM. All ages are welcome.

Cooking 101 * Monday, November 16 at 4:30 PM. Kids can learn cooking basics and create tasty treats. This month we will be preparing several recipes with pumpkins. For grades 3-12. Sign-up requested. Limit of 20 students.