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ASSE International Student exchange program is seeking local families to host boys and girls between the ages of 15 to 18 from a variety of countries around the world. Students come with an ethusiasm to practice English and experoence American culture. They will also share their own culture with host families. Host families welcome these students into their family, not as a guest, but as a family member, giving both the student and families a rich cultural experience. In addition, students have pocket money for personal expenses; and full health, accident and liability insurance. Students are academically selected onto program, and host families can choose their students from a wide variety of backgrounds, countries, and personal interests. To become a host family or to find out how to become involved with ASSE as an area representative in your community, please call ASSE at 1.800.736.1760.

The Historic Whitewater Valley Railroad's Annual Training Classes will be held beginning on February 6 and the last class will be on March 27 at the South Connersville Yard Complex located at 300 South Eastern Avenue, Connersville, IN. These free classes are open to the public and do not require membership to the non-profit Whitewater Valley Railroad. Each session will begin at 9:00 a.m. each Saturday, running no later then 1:00p.m. There is a small charge ($15, subject to change without notice) for printed materials used in the course. For more information, please call 765.825.2054. or visit the Whitewater Valley Railroad's web site at www.whitewatervalleyrr.org.

The Animal Rescue Fund of St. Joseph County is sponsoring an All you can eat Pizza Buffet on Saturday, February 27. This event will be held at "The Country Table" located at 714 W. Chicago Rd. in White Pigeon and beginning at 4pm until 8pm. The price is $10.00 for adults and $8.00 for children.

The Kendaville Public Library is having a FREE Resume Writing Class on Monday, February 22 from 6pm until 8pm. Participants should come prepared with all the information they would like to include in their resume, including work and education history, and also bring a jump drive to save their work. Registration is required by Friday, February 19. To sign up, call the library at 343.2010.

The Salem Center Fire and Rescue is having a Big Breakfast on February 20 from 7 to 10am. They will be serving biscuits and gravy, french toast, and pancakes and sausage. They are located at 8404 W 500 S Hudson, IN 46747.

The Girl Scouts of LaGrange County is having Tea Tasting on February 20 at the First Church of God on Detroit Street. The public is welcome from 11 until 1. Girls and families will get a taste of other countries that are in WAGGS (the World of Association of Girl Scouts). The Girl Scouts of LaGrange County is funded in part by United Fund of LaGrange County. For more information about becoming a Girl Scout or volunteering, please call Erica Kitchen at 768.4516.

The Town & Country Riders is having its 17th Annual Tack Sale on February 20, from 10am until 2pm at Mendon High School, located at 26393 Kirby Rd., Mendon, MI. The public is welcome to bring new and used horse equipment to sell or swap. Food and baked goods will be available. Table fee is $5.00 per person, includes 2 people, and a booth fee is $20.00, includes 2 tables and floor space. For more information, please call Mike or Karen Fleetwood at 269.649.4277 or Traicia Griffith at 269.496.8343.

To support Breast Cancer Awareness, Angola High School, Tri-State Gymnastics Teams, and Southern Michigan Gymnastics Proudly Presents Stick It For a Cure on Thursday, February 18 at Angola Central Gym during the Angola vs. Coldwater Gymnastics meet. There will be a silent auction beginning at 5:45pm and the meet will begin at 6:30pm. All proceeds will go to the Steuben County Cancer Association.

The Purdue Extension Service-Steuben County will be offering a Retail Food Safety Re-Certification class on Wednesday, February 17. The educational presentation will begin at 8am and conclude at noon. The test will follow at 12:30pm. The cost of the class is $60.00 which will include the review and exam. a $40.00 book may be purchased separately as an optional additional resource. To register for the class, contact the Indiana Restaurant Association at 800.678.1957 or on the web at indianarestauratns.org. The RSVP deadline is February 10.

The Limberlost Public Library is offering Two movie Matinees for adults. On Wednesday, February 3 at 12:00pm, movie goers will get a close look at the life of Legend Ameila Earnhart during the Adult Lunch Matinee featuring the movie Ameila. Then on Wednesday, February 17 at 12:00pm, The Time Travler's Wife, based on the book by the same name, follows the life of a woman whose husband continually disappears to travel through time. Registration is requested for each adult Lunch Matinee. Please bring a sack lunch to enjoy during the films.

The Lenawee County Fairgrounds is hosting a Motorcycle Swapmeet on Sunday, February 14 from 11:00am until 4:00pm. Admission is $5.00, kids 12 and under are free. To reserve your spot, money must be paid in advance. Wall space is $30.00, floor space is $20.00, and for a single bike it will $10.00. Vendors must be on grounds by 10:30a, or forfeit your entry fee. Lenawee Co. Fairgrounds is located at 602 North Dean St. Adrian MI. 49221. For more information, please call 517.547.6077 or 517.547.6255.

The Fremont American Legion Post 257 is having a Valentines Day Dinner and Dance on February 13. A Steak Dinner will be served from 5 to 7:30pm, and the dance will be from 8 to 12. The Dance is featuring "Big D and the Penetrators". The Dinner and Dance will cost $25 per couple, and $12.50 for singles. The Dinner only is $10.00 per person, and the Dance only is $5.00 per person. The public is welcome! All proceeds will go to the Fremont Post 257 Building Fund.

The Prairie Heights Drama Club Presents: Spin- a Musical Myth on Friday, February 12 at 7pm, and on Saturday, February 13, at 2:30pm and 7:00pm. Tickets are $5.00 per seat, family pack (immediate family of 5 or more) is $20.00 for the whole family. To reserve tickets call 260.351.3214 ext.4760 or go online to www.seatyourself.biz/Prairie Heights. This show is recommended for mature audiences of Jr. High and up.

The Coldwater American Post #52 at 84 West Chicago Street invites the public to enjoy a Prime Rib Dinner on Saturday, February 13th from 5 to 7pm. The cost is $12 per person. For more information, please call 278.5256.

The Lake Area Christian Church and the Christian Campus House at Trine University invite you to join The Journey to True Financial Freedom Seminar on February 13 from 8:30am until 3:30pm at the Witmer Clubhouse on the Trine Campus. The cost is $25.00 per person, plus lunch. To register, please call 260.668.8761 or register online at www.crown.org.

To benefit the Soldiers Assistance fund, the American Legion Post #31 is having a Surf and Turf Dinner from 5 to 8pm on February 13. There will be a Steak and Lobster/Shrimp Dinner for $20.00 per person. Then, there will be a sweetheart dance from 8 until 11pm. Advance tickets at the post 260.665.3363.

The Corunna Volunteer Fire Department is having a Fish Fry on February 12th from 4:30pm until 7:00pm. The Fire Station is located at 1111 US 6 Corunna, IN.

Prairie Heights and Westview Varsity Boys Basketball teams will be playing for Coaches vs. Cancer on February 11, at Prairie Heights. There will be a silent auction, Hula Hoop Contest, 3-point shots for $1.00, and half-court shots for $3.00, and a bake sale sponsored by the PH Cheerleaders. T-shirts are available at Prairie Heights and Westview. Please call 260.665.3098 for more information. Please come on out and support the Prairie Heights and Westview teams and the American Cancer Society.

Lakeland High School is having a Community Outreach, to educate people on how to relieve stress. Come out to LHS on February 9 from 3:30 until 5:00pm. Student's from lakeland nutrition and wellness class will supply you with stress free fun activities.