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What’s going on in Topeka this week? Here’s the C-J Extra Calendar for Sept. 6-12, 2017

Jessica Cole

WED SEPT. 6

Topeka West Rotary Club, 7 a.m., second-floor conference room, Hy-Vee, S.W. 29th and Wanamaker. Information: Rick Ryan, 249-9000 or president@topekawestrotary.com.

Capitol Midweek Farmers Market, 7:30 a.m. to noon (rain or shine), south lawn, Kansas Capitol, S.W. 10th between Harrison and Jackson.

Free Polishing Training with Concrete Polishing Solutions & Architectural Products Inc., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 2405 E. 85th St., Kansas City, Mo. Register: (877) 472-8200 or (515) 440-0279. Information: go2cps.eventsmart.com/events/free-training-arch-products/.

Toddler Time 1, 9:30 to 10 a.m., 10:30 to 11 a.m. or 6:30 to 7 p.m., Lingo Story Room, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Ages: 12-24 months.

Preschool Storytime, 10 to 10:30 a.m., The Story Zone, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Ages: 3-5 years.

Story Time, 11 a.m., The Toy Store, 5300 S.W. 21st. At least one adult for every four children recommended. Information: 273-0561.

DTI Noontime Brown Bag Concert Series, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Information: Facebook pages Noontime Brownbag or Downtown Topeka Inc., or visit DowntownTopekainc.com.

Al Anon New Beginnings AFG, noon, Town and Country Christian Church, 4929 S.W. 29th St. (use double doors off church parking lot). Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

Sunflower Duplicate Bridge Club, 12:30 p.m., Woman’s Club of Topeka, 5221 S.W. West Drive. Cost: $7 per session. Information: jan@topekabridgeclubs.org or http://bit.ly/1OfJsPj.

Quick and Easy Printmaking, 1 to 2:30 p.m., Crestview Community Center, 4801 S.W. Shunga Drive. Materials provided. To register, call Crestview Community Center, 251-2960. Adults.

Drought Tolerant Succulent Workshop, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Shawnee County Extension Office, 1740 S.W. Western. Fee: $10.

Real Talk, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., The Edge-Teen Room, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Ages: 12-18 years.

Lego® @ Your Library, 4 to 5 p.m., Dinosaur Zone, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Blocks provided. Each session will have a theme. Masterpieces will be displayed. Ages: 5-12 years.

Tecumseh Community Dinner, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Tecumseh United Methodist Church, 334 S.E. Tecumseh Road. Sponsored by the Tecumseh Kiwanis Club and Tecumseh United Methodist Church. Proceeds fund community projects and programs. Meals-to-go available.

Topeka Autism Support Group, 5:30 p.m., Hughes Room 205, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Information: Topeka Autism Support Group on Facebook.

Toastmasters, 5:45 p.m., second floor, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Information: powerspeakers@gmail.com.

Pizza!, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Moburts Inc., 820 S. Kansas. Learn how to make pizza crust, red sauce, white sauce and pesto. Information: moburts.com or 806-3025. Cost: $30.

Gynecologic Cancer Support Group, 6:30 p.m., second-floor conference room, St. Francis Health Cancer Center, 1700 S.W. 7th. Information: Kay Coward, 220-8867 or kay.coward@gmail.com.

Capital City National Organization for Women, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Anton Room, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Information: capcityNOW@gmail.com or facebook.com/CapCityNOW.

Al Anon Holton Family AFG, 7 p.m., Room 104, Evangel Methodist Church, 3rd and Pennsylvania, Holton (use east glass door). Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

Al Anon Hope for Today AFG, focuses on adult children of alcoholics, 7 p.m., Metropolitan Community Church, 4425 S.W. 19th St. Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

American Legion Post 400 and Auxiliary, 7 p.m., American Legion Post 400, 3029 N.W. US-24 highway. Information: 296-9400, alpost400@hotmail.com or topekanorthpost400.org.

Square dance lessons, 7 to 9 p.m., Croco Hall, 6115 S.E. US-40 highway, Tecumseh. Singles, couples and families welcome. Information: 286-0105.

THU SEPT. 7

Southwest Topeka Kiwanis Club, 7 a.m., The Kanza Cafe, 2701 S.W. East Circle Drive South.

Capital City Networking Group, 7:30 a.m., Jayhawk Tower, S.W. 7th and Jackson.

Baby Bookworms, 9:30 to 10 a.m., 10:30 to 11 a.m. or 5:30 to 6 p.m., Lingo Story Room 121, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Ages: birth to 18 months.

Internet Introduction, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Computer Training Center, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Register at tscpl.org/register.

Preschool Storytime, 10 to 10:30 a.m., The Story Zone, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Ages: 3-5 years.

Computerized Genealogy, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Shawnee North Community Center, 300 N.E. 43rd St. To register call Shawnee North 286-0676.

Cub Club Crafts, 11 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., The Toy Store, 5300 S.W. 21st. At least one adult for every four children recommended. Information: 273-0561.

Topeka Women’s Connection Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th Ave. Speaker: Donna Roth Hillis, former corporate flight attendant, board chairman of YMCA and registered nurse, on “Ordinary to Extraordinary and Shattered But Not Broken.” Music: Rachel Gardner, of Topeka Festival Singers. Feature: Heidi Norton, skin care and glamour tips. No charge for program only. Information: Ann, 554-3617. All women welcome.

Topeka Networking Council, 11:45 a.m., meeting room in back, Lawyers Title, 5715 S.W. 21st. Visitors welcome by calling 273-0110 or 271-9500 by the day before.

Downtown Topeka Rotary Club, noon. For location and meeting information go to topekarotary.org. Information: Linda Ireland, topekarotary@gmail.com or 232-7216.

Heartland Toastmasters, noon, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Guests welcome. Information: 232-2836.

“Douhet and Command of the Air,” 3 p.m., Dole Institute, 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence. Gates Brown discusses the promises of airpower theorists like Giulio Douhet, who after World War I argued air forces could end wars before traditional military forces were ready to begin fighting. Their work helped develop the U.S. Army Air Corps’ strategic bombing doctrine. Information: http://doleinstitute.org/.

Zoo Animals Live, 4 to 4:45 p.m., Marvin Auditorium 101B, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Meet some of the Topeka Zoo animal residents up close as Rachael Rost, education specialist, helps separate animal fact from fiction.

Excel: Intro to Spreadsheets, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Computer Training Center, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Register at tscpl.org/register.

Recycled Art Welcome Back Night for K-State students, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Marion Pelton Gallery at Kansas State University’s Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art, 14th Street and Anderson Avenue, Manhattan. Students create sculptures from recycled materials for a temporary display in the museum. Event related to “Reclaimed Creations: Sayaka Ganz” exhibition on display through Dec. 19.

Class and a Glass: Wine and Yoga Night, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Great Plains Theatre, 401 Cottage Ave., Abilene. Cost: $25 at the door. Must be 21 or older. Information: 263-4574.

Al Anon Southwest AFG book study meeting, 5:45 p.m., First Christian Church, S.W. 19th and Gage. Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

Meadowlark Toastmasters, 5:45 p.m., Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th.

American Legion Riders Chapter 400, 6 p.m., 3029 N.W. US-24 highway. Information: 296-9400 or alrchapter400@yahoo.com.

Topeka Gem & Mineral Society Junior Rock Hounds, 6 p.m., Anton Room 202, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Information: Lesliee Hartman, hartman12345@hotmail.com, or Millie Mowry, rock2plate@aol.com.

Topeka Sunflower Lions Club, 6 p.m., McFarland’s Restaurant, 4133 S.W. Gage Center Drive. Information: Vern, 272-6102 or vlfailor@gmail.com.

Al Anon St. Marys Fresh Start AFG, 6:15 p.m., fellowship hall, United Methodist Church, 107 N. 7th St., St. Marys (south building). Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, 6:30 p.m., Perkins Restaurant, 1720 S.W. Wanamaker. Visitors welcome. Information: 554-0573.

What Does the Fox Read?, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Celtic Fox, 118 S.W. 8th Ave. A public book club in a unique atmosphere with lively discussion. Email foxread@tscpl.org for upcoming titles. Ages: 21 and older.

Griefshare, a support group for those who have lost a loved one, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Susanna Wesley United Methodist Church, 7433 S.W. 29th St.

Al Anon Southwest AFG, 7 p.m., fellowship hall, First Christian Church, S.W. 19th and Gage (south building). Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

Master Gardener Series: Composting, 7 to 8 p.m., Marvin Auditorium 101B, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th.

Prostate Cancer Support Group, 7 p.m., second floor, St. Francis Cancer Center, 1700 S.W. 7th. For those diagnosed with or having had treatment for prostate cancer. Spouses and guests welcome. Information: Max Williams, 230-4422.

German-American Club of Topeka, 7 to 9 p.m., Lawyers Title of Topeka, 5715 S.W. 21st.

An Evening with Nate Phelps, 7:30 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 New Hampshire St., Lawrence. Phelps, a son of Fred Phelps who was raised in the Westboro Baptist Church, will speak about the physical and psychological abuse he and his siblings endured growing up and the prevalence of hateful rhetoric today. Two other Phelps children, Mark and Dortha, will be at the event. Tickets: $7.50. Information: lawrenceartscenter.org/event/10079. Proceeds go to “Not My Father’s Child,” a feature-length documentary about the lives of Nate, Dortha and Mark Phelps.

FRI SEPT. 8

Sex Addicts Anonymous Topeka Chapter men’s group, 7 to 8 a.m., St. David’s Episcopal Church, 3916 S.W. 17th. Open to men seeking help; closed to visitors. Information: 200-3450, saatopeka@gmail.com or saa-recovery.org.

Topeka South Rotary Club, 7:15 a.m., Memorial Union, Washburn University, 1700 S.W. College. Public welcome. Information: Faron Barr, 266-8333.

Taking Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS), 8:30 a.m. sign-in, 9 a.m. meeting, Countryside United Methodist Church, 3221 S.W. Burlingame (use north entrance). First visit is free. Information: (800) 932-8677 or tops.org.

Ace of Hearts Duplicate Bridge Club, 9 a.m., Woman’s Club of Topeka, 5221 S.W. West Drive. Cost: $7 per session. Information: jan@topekabridgeclubs.org or http://bit.ly/1OfJsPj.

Al Anon Friday Morn Serenity Seekers AFG, 9:30 a.m., Fairlawn Church of the Nazarene, 730 S.W. Fairlawn. Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

Kid’s Drum Circle, 11 a.m., The Toy Store, 5300 S.W. 21st. At least one adult for every four children recommended. Information: 273-0561.

Friendship AFG, 12:05 p.m., St. Vincent’s basement, Most Pure Heart Church, 1800 S.W. Stone (enter main west door). Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

Word II: Intermediate Word Processing, 1 to 2:30 p.m., Computer Training Center, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Use Microsoft Word to edit text, insert pictures or Word Art into a document, form a header or footer, and create a Word table to organize information. Register at tscpl.org/register.

Celebrate Recovery, 6 p.m. meal, 6:45 to 9:30 p.m. program, First Southern Baptist Church, 1912 S.W. Gage Blvd. (enter off parking lot). For ages 18 and older. Freewill offering. Child care available for children grade 6 and younger, 6:45 to 9:45 p.m. Information: crtopekaks.org.

Al Anon Freedom AFG, 6:30 p.m., Metropolitan Community Church, 4425 S.W. 19th. Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

Museum After Hours, 6:30 p.m., Kansas Museum of History, 6425 S.W. 6th Ave. Speaker: native Kansan Ronald Mastin, on his experiences as a commissioned 2nd lieutenant through the Air Force ROTC. Information: 272-8681, Ext. 415, or kshs.org/museum.

Disney Adult Night, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Kansas Children’s Discovery Center, 4400 S.W. 10th Ave. Tickets: $25, must be purchased in advance at http://ow.ly/nXoV30emugA.

Story Slam: Real stories, live & uncensored, 7:30 p.m., live music and social hour at 7 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 New Hampshire St., Lawrence. Theme: “Firsts.” Donations encouraged. Information: lawrenceartscenter.org/performance.

SAT SEPT. 9

Great American Market, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., downtown Emporia.

Downtown Topeka Farmers Market, 7:30 a.m. to noon (rain or shine), S.W. 12th and Harrison. Information: http://bit.ly/20LQVIC, lanebetty4@yahoo.com or 249-4704.

Seneca Community Farmers Market, 8 a.m., The Market Greenhouse, 33 N. 5th, Seneca. Information: Facebook page Seneca Community Farmers Market.

American Legion Post 421’s Hand Up, Stand Up Ride, motorcycle ride to benefit PTSD patients at the Topeka VA Hospital and local veterans. Registration 8 to 10 a.m. or online at HandUpStandUp.com. Ride starts at 10 a.m. at Historic Harley Davidson of Topeka and ends at Topeka VA Hospital Building No. 24 gazebo. Cost: $35 for rider; $10 per passenger. Free T-shirt for rider, free lunch for rider and passenger, silent auction and auction. Information: Judy Bardsley, auxiliary president, 266-1868.

Topeka Police Department Coffee with a Cop, 8 to 10 a.m., Barnes and Noble, 6130 S.W. 17th St.

Topeka VFW Community Sale and Fundraiser, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., VFW Post 1650, 3110 S.W. Huntoon St. (Westboro Mart). Snack bar open 11 a.m. Free. Information: Bill Barker, 267-2410.

Mobile Food Pantry, 9 to 10 a.m., Jardine Middle School parking lot, 2600 S.W. 33rd. Hosted by Jardine Middle School and Harvesters.

Keep America Beautiful workday, 9 a.m. to noon, Crestview or Snyder Cabin Gardens. Volunteers needed. Information: http://kabtopsh.org/.

Kansas Book Festival, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Kansas Capitol, 300 W. 10th. Information: 250-4232. Free.

Perry Fall Festival, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Features Route 24 Car & Bike Show, Perry Pullers Garden Tractor Pull, vendors, children’s activities, free train rides, pony rides and pin-up-girl contest. Information: perrypride.org.

Alzheimer’s support group, 10 a.m., Health Care Unit, Fink Dining Room, Brewster Place, 1001 S.W. 29th. For caregivers, family and friends of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Information: 271-1844.

Musical Storytime, 10 to 10:30 a.m., The Story Zone, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Ages: birth to 5 years.

Auditions for “The Nutcracker, A Kansas Ballet 2017,” 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 New Hampshire St., Lawrence. Ages 6-18 and adults. Arrive 30 minutes prior to audition time. Attending the audition is free; no prepared materials required to audition. Dancers should wear appropriate dance attire and be ready to move. Call backs, 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10. Information: lawrenceartscenter.org/event/auditions-for-the-nutcracker-a-kansas-ballet-2017/.

Saturday Women’s Connection, Birds of a Feather Luncheon, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Program: The Wild Bird House, owners Melody and Todd Weller. Speaker: registered nurse and former corporate flight attendant Donna Roth Hillis, of Wichita, on “Shattered But Not Broken.” Cost of lunch: $14. Program no charge; open to all women. Information: Arlene, leidacloud@cox.net.

Computerized Genealogy Series 2, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Computer Training Center, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Find records on family and learn how to locate local resources from libraries and repositories and use online resources to find ancestors. Register at tscpl.org/register.

Innovative Networking Group of Topeka Woman’s Chapter, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., The Lazy Toad, Fairlawn Plaza, 5331 S.W. 22nd Place. Guests welcome. Information: INGTopeka.com.

Topeka Nar-Anon Family Group Saturday Serenity Seekers, noon to 1:15 p.m., First Baptist Church, 3033 S.W. MacVicar (enter Door A, south side). For families and friends affected by someone’s narcotics addiction. Information: naranonmidwest.org.

Farm Heritage Prairie Talk, 1:30 p.m., Pioneer Bluffs, 695 K-177 highway, Matfield Green. Guest speaker: Milton Claassen will share stories of the Abraham Claassen family. Information: Lynn Smith, executive director, (620) 753-3484 or lynn@pioneerbluffs.org. Free.

Guys Read, 2 to 3 p.m., Lingo Story Room, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Information: Jason, 580-4565. Ages: 8-12 years.

“Pat Larkin: Perspectives” artist reception, 3 to 5 p.m., Pioneer Bluffs, 695 K-177 highway, Matfield Green. Exhibit through Nov. 25. Information: (620) 753-3484.

Al Anon Saturday Night Serenity AFG, 6:45 p.m., Christ Lutheran Church, 3509 S.W. Burlingame Road (enter north side). Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

SUN SEPT. 10

Family Board Games, 1 to 3 p.m., The Toy Store, 5300 S.W. 21st. At least one adult for every four children recommended. Information: 273-0561.

Reading with Prairieland Dogs, 2 to 3 p.m., The Story Zone, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. All ages.

Free Polka Dance Lessons, 3 p.m., Rossville Community Building, 407 Main St., Rossville. Sponsored by Rossville Moravan (Bohemian) Hall. Open to all.

Taste of Italy, 6:30 p.m. dinner, 5:30 p.m. doors open, The Foundry, 400 S.W. 33rd St. Fundraising event to benefit Circles of Greater Topeka. Tickets: $45; purchase at circlesgreatertopeka@gmail.com, 304-0086, or mail order to 1880 S.W. Gage Blvd., Topeka, 66604.

S-Anon, 7 p.m., Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. For those affected by the sexual behavior of another person. Information: sanon.org.

MON SEPT. 11

Monday Farmers Market, 8 to 11:30 a.m., Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library parking lot, S.W. 10th and Washburn. Visit library booth for free fun kid craft.

Topeka Needlework Guild general meeting and salad luncheon, 9:30 a.m., Town and Country Christian Church, 4925 S.W. 29th. Show and tell; bring table service and a salad to share.

Google It!, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Computer Training Center, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Register at tscpl.org/register.

Capital City Lacers bobbin lace and tatting group, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Yak ‘n Yarn, Fairlawn Plaza, S.W. 21st and Fairlawn. Guests welcome. Information: 272-9276 or 286-3632.

Story Time, 11 a.m., The Toy Store, 5300 S.W. 21st. At least one adult for every four children recommended. Information: 273-0561.

Al Anon Living the Legacies, 11:45 a.m., 1728 Randolph Ave. Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

Kiwanis Club of Topeka, noon, Florentine Room, Jayhawk Tower, 700 S.W. Jackson. Guests welcome. Information: topekakiwanisclub.org.

TARSP (Topeka Area Retired School Personnel), noon, Ramada West, 605 S.W. Fairlawn. Speakers: Tiffany Anderson, superintendent of Topeka USD 501, and Beryl New. Music: Peter and Patrick Sandquist. Information: 273-1267.

Topeka Lions Club, noon, McFarland’s Restaurant, 4133 S.W. Gage Center Drive. Guest speaker: Lion Robert McElroy, on “Experiences and Diseases of the Third World.” Visitors welcome. Information: topekalions.org.

Al Anon Courage to Change AFG, 12:05 p.m., First United Methodist Church, S.W. 6th and Topeka (enter on west side). No meetings on holidays. Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

Al Anon Just for Today AFG, 1:30 p.m., Fairlawn Church of the Nazarene, 730 S.W. Fairlawn (west entrance). Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

Classics Made Modern, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Marvin Auditorium 101C, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Discuss “Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair that Changed America,” by Erik Larson. This novel tells the stories of Daniel H. Burnham, the architect responsible for the construction of the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair, and H.H. Holmes, a serial killer masquerading as a charming doctor.

Caregiver Support Group, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Anton Room 202, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Information: 580-4545 or nhohl@tscpl.org.

Amazing Animals, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., Lingo Story Room, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Ages: 5-12 years.

Al Anon Peace and Serenity AFG, 5:30 p.m., University United Methodist Church, 1621 S.W. College (use ramp to basement on west side). Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

Shawnee County Allied Tribes, 6:30 p.m., Daylight Donuts, 4201 S.W. 21st. Information: 221-2174.

Topeka Healing Rooms, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., TrueNorth, in the American Heart Association building, 5375 S.W. 7th, Suite 100. Affiliated with International Association of Healing Rooms. Information: 221-6589.

Acappella Unlimited, 7 p.m., Seaman Congregational Church, 2036 N.W. Taylor. New female members welcome. Information: acappellaunlimited.com.

Al Anon Topeka AFG No.1, 7 p.m., Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 2021 S.W. 29th. Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

Auburn Lions Club, 7 p.m., Auburn Civic Center, 1020 N. Washington, Auburn. Information: 256-7274.

Capital City Barbershop Chorus, 7 p.m., West Side Baptist Church, S.W. 4th and Fillmore. New members and guests welcome. Information: 273-9514, capitalcitychorusa039@gmail.com or capitalcitychorus.com.

Teen Writers Group, 7 to 8 p.m., The Edge-Teen Room, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Ages: 12-18 years.

“To the Stars Through Difficulties” lecture, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Marvin Auditorium 101C, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Author Romalyn Tilghman will share insights from her first novel inspired by Carnegie libraries built in the early 1900s and local arts agencies formed later in the century. She will discuss libraries, arts movements and community involvement in creating cultural opportunities. Book signing to follow.

Al Anon Carbondale AFG, 7:30 p.m., Carbondale Community Center, 228 Main St., Carbondale. Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

TUE SEPT. 12

Sunrise Optimist Club, 6:30 a.m., Optimist Club Activity Building, 720 N.W. 50th. Guest speaker: Ben Bauman, of Advisors Excel. Guests welcome. Information: Gary Slimmer, 246-1291.

Harvesters food distribution, 9 a.m., south parking lot, Kansas Expocentre, 1 Expocentre Drive. Volunteers welcome and needed; show up between 8 and 8:15 a.m. Sponsored by Topeka Bible Church and Topeka Turnaround Team.

National Association of Retired and Veteran Railway Employees and Spouses Unit No. 140, 9:30 a.m., Kansas Buffet Company, 1251 S.W. Ashworth Place. Information: 273-2434.

Email for Beginners, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Computer Training Center, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Register at tscpl.org/register.

Preschool Storytime, 10 to 10:30 a.m., The Story Zone, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Stories, songs and fingerplays that encourage a love of reading and help develop early learning skills for children. Ages: 3 to 5 years.

Veterans’ Stroke Survivor and Caregiver Support Group, 10 to 11 a.m., Building 3, Room A-101, Colmery-O’Neil VA Medical Center, 2200 S.W. Gage Blvd. Information: 350-4386.

Journaling with Words & Images, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Perkins Room 201, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th.

Music & Movement, 11 a.m., The Toy Store, 5300 S.W. 21st. At least one adult for every four children recommended. Information: 273-0561.

Executive Connections Referral Group luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., lower level, McFarland’s, 4133 S.W. Gage Center Drive. Bring business cards and network. Information: partner4leads.com/group/activity/925/Executive-Connections.

Topeka Independent Business Association Networking Group, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Topeka Country Club, 2700 S.W. Buchanan. Lunch: $10. RSVP: taradimick@gmail.com. Information: topekatiba.org.

Al Anon 2100 AFG, noon, 2100 Central Park. Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

Emotions Anonymous Topeka Chapter, noon to 1 p.m., Grace Episcopal Cathedral, 701 S.W. 8th (enter north courtyard door). For those wanting to become emotionally well. Information: Sharon, 633-7764, newhopeea@gmail.com or EmotionsAnonymous.com.

Keep America Beautiful monthly meeting, noon to 1 p.m., Madison Street Diner, Ramada Topeka Downtown Hotel and Convention Center, 420 E. 6th. Topic: Master Gardener Ken Carlat on tulips.

Sunflower Duplicate Bridge Club, 12:30 p.m., Woman’s Club of Topeka, 5221 S.W. West Drive. Cost: $7 per session. Information: jan@topekabridgeclubs.org or http://bit.ly/1OfJsPj.

Medicare educational seminar, 2 p.m., Heart Center, 929 S.W. Mulvane. Learn the basics of Medicare and all its options. For those becoming eligible for Medicare or considering making a change. Sign up: centuryinsuranceagencyks.com (“Medicare” tab) or email info@century-health.com. Light snacks and beverages provided. Information: 270-4593.

tWiin Xgaming Station, 4 to 5 p.m., Tweens Area, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Hang out and play games on the Wii, Xbox or PlayStation. Ages: 8-12 years.

Topeka Science Cafe, 5:30 p.m., Perkins Restaurant, 1720 S.W. Wanamaker. Information: Brian Thomas, brian.thomas@washburn.edu or 670-2144, or facebook.com/TopekaScienceCafe.

Graphic Novel Panel, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Gatekeeper Hobbies, 4123 S.W. Gage Center Drive, No. 100. Read in advance and take part in the panel. For September, check Hoopla for “Archie Vol. 1” (2016), a new series for a classic character. All ages.

Kinship Networking, Topeka Grandparent/Caregiver Support Group, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Kansas Children’s Service League, 3545 S.W. 5th. Grandparents and other relatives share experiences and draw strength from each another. Information: 296-6295 or Sharon.Dabzadeh@kdads.ks.gov.

Flint Hills Harmony Sweet Adelines, 6:45 to 9 p.m., Central Church of Christ, 1250 S.W. College Ave. Women who love to sing are invited. Chorus directed by Josh Yoho. Information: Nancy, 608-8616.

Al Anon Fellowship AFG, 7 p.m., Fairlawn Church of the Nazarene, 730 S.W. Fairlawn Road. Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

Alateen Together We Can Make It, 7 p.m., Room 107, Fairlawn Church of the Nazarene, 730 S.W. Fairlawn Road. Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

Candice Millard lecture, 7 p.m., White Concert Hall, Garvey Fine Arts Center, Washburn University, S.W. 17th St. Millard’s “The River of Doubt: Theodore Roosevelt’s Darkest Journey” has been selected as the featured book in the 2017-18 Washburn University iREAD program. Information: washburn.edu/iread.

National Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Association-Topeka Chapter, 7 p.m., First Congregational Church, 1701 S.W. Collins. Presentation on Mayo Clinic approach to understanding fibromyalgia. Information: 969-4038 or topekacfs@zoho.com.

Topeka Rose Society, 7 p.m., Preston Hale Room, Old Prairie Town at Ward-Meade Historic Site, 124 N.W. Fillmore. Information: Don Boyd, 271-9642, or Gill and Wanda Goodnow, 246-3354, or topekarosesociety.com.

Kansas Capital Quilters Guild, 7 to 9 p.m., Woman’s Club of Topeka, 5221 S.W. West Drive. Visitors welcome. Information: kscapitalquilters.com.

Al Anon New Hope AFG, 7:30 p.m., Auburn United Methodist Church basement, 240 E. 8th St., Auburn. Information: kansas-al-anon.org or 215-1045.

Looking ahead

Innovative Networking Group of Topeka, 11:20 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13. Guests welcome. RSVP on Facebook. Information: INGTopeka.com.

Flint Hills Touring A’s Club, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13, Baker’s Dozen, 4310 S.W. 21st. Club is a charter member of the Model A Ford Club of America. Guests welcome. Information: 266-2528.

“Not Pretty Enough: The Unlikely Triumph of Helen Gurley Brown,” 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13, Dole Institute, 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence. Author Gerri Hirshey, Rolling Stone’s first female contributing editor and author of “Not Pretty Enough,” a biography of Helen Gurley Brown, will shine new light on the complex life of Gurley Brown, editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan for more than 30 years and author of “Sex and the Single Girl.” Book sale and signing. Information: doleinstitute.org/.

Topeka Genealogical Society Family Tree Maker and Computer Genealogy SIG meeting, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, TGS Library, 2712 S.E. Indiana. Public welcome.

Topeka Networking Council, 11:45 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, meeting room in back, Lawyers Title, 5715 S.W. 21st. Visitors welcome by calling 273-0110 or 271-9500 by the day before.

Capital Area Retired Educators, 2 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, Kansas National Education Association, 715 S.W. 10th. Information: Larry, 224-6437.

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Night, 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, Jason’s Deli, 6121 S.W. 12th St. Show phone app from facebook.com/groups/TopekaT1Support and a percentage of purchase will be donated to Team Topeka to support a World Without Diabetes Type 1. Dine-in orders only.

East Central Kansas Model T Ford Club, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, Feed Bunk Restaurant, 112 W. Rutledge St., Yates Center. Order off the menu; business meeting after meal. A chapter of the Model T Ford Club of America; owning a Model T or Model A Ford car is not a requirement. Information: Bud Redding, 733-2124.

Master Gardener presentation, 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Topic: Bulb planting for spring with Elsie Gibeson.

Mobile food pantry, 3 to 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 15, Avondale East NET Center, 455 S.E. Golf Park Blvd.

Topeka chapter of the National Railway Historical Society monthly meeting, 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 15, Great Overland Station, 701 N. Kansas Ave. Program: Ed Conrad, of the Kansas City NRHS chapter, on “South Pacific Coast Narrow Gauge Railroad (Oakland to Santa Cruz, Calif.) from 1880s to 1940s.” Information: Kay, 246-1596 or kaygrey@cox.net.

Free Movie Night: “Abel’s Field,” 6 p.m., doors open at 5:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 16, Highland Heights Christian Church, 2930 S.E. Tecumseh Road. Free; snacks provided. Information: 379-5642.

Barbecue dinner sale, 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, Highland Park United Methodist Church, S.E. 29th and S.E. Michigan. Cost: $7.50; $4.50 for kids under 12 years. Antique cars on display.

Topeka Crochet Guild, 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 17, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Information: 267-5404.

Three-part book discussion series:“Women Around the World,” first session, 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 17, Aldersgate Village, 7220 S.W. Asbury Drive. Anne Hawkins, who teaches U.S. history at Washburn University, will lead a discussion of “The House of Spirits,” by Isabel Allende. Checkout books and information: Janet McClanahan, Aldersgate Village, 478-9440, Ext. 4812, or jmcclanahan@aldersgatevillage.org. Community invited; free. The series continues at 3 p.m. Oct. 22 with “The Country Girls,” by Edna O’Brien; and 2 p.m. Nov. 16 with “Like Water for Chocolate,” by Laura Esquivel.

Second Annual Bowling Banquet, honoring Hall of Fame and Bowlers of the Year, 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 17, Ramada Topeka Downtown Hotel and Convention Center, 420 S.E. 6th Ave. Tickets: $25; available at Gage Center Bowl or West Ridge Lanes.

Active Prime Timers luncheon, 11:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 18, Ramada West, 605 S.W. Fairlawn. For ages 50 and older. Reservations required by Thursday: Elsie, 224-5333.

Topeka Lions Club board meeting, noon Monday, Sept. 18, Dynamic Computer Solutions of Topeka, 2214 S.W. 10th Ave. August and September combined board meetings. Visitors welcome. Information: topekalions.org.

Helping Hands Humane Society fundraiser, 3 to 10 p.m. Monday, Sept. 18, Texas Roadhouse, 5901 S.W. Huntoon St. Present the invitation flier (hard copy or show on phone) and Texas Roadhouse will donate 10 percent of the total food purchase to help homeless pets. Paper copies of the invitation can be picked up at Helping Hands Humane Society, 5720 S.W. 21st St., during regular business hours.

Oakland Neighborhood Improvement Association, 6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 18, Oakland Community Center, 801 N.E. Poplar. Information: T.J. Brown, 554-1746 or tj.brown@cox.net.

Topeka Chapter of Kansas Equality Coalition, 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 18, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4775 S.W. 21st. Anyone interested in equality is welcome to attend.

Sunrise Optimist Club, 6:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, Optimist Club Activity Building, 720 N.W. 50th. Guest speaker: Rick Douglas, voice of the Ichabods. Guests welcome. Information: Gary Slimmer, 246-1291.

Metropolitan Topeka Airport Authority work session and board meeting, 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, MTAA Administrative Office, Topeka Regional Airport, 6510 S.E. Forbes Ave. Public welcome. Information: 862-2362 or mtaa-topeka.org/about/board-agendas.

NET Reach Neighborhood Farmers Market, 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, back parking lot, Avondale East NET Center, 455 S.E. Golf Park Blvd.

Catholic Singles planning meeting and social, 6:30 p.m. meal, 7 p.m. meeting, Tuesday, Sept. 19, Annie’s Place, 4014 S.W. Gage Center Drive. Cost: meal only. Information: Nancy, 249-7037.

Healing After Loss to Suicide-Topeka Area, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, Pozez Building, Stormont Vail HealthCare, 1505 S.W. 8th. For family and friends who have lost someone to suicide. Information: Sandy, 249-3792 or sreams67@gmail.com.

Parents of Estranged Adult Children Support Group, 6:45 to 8:15 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 19, Anton Room 202, second floor, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. Information: Jeff Landers, 224-5946.

Fossil Special Interest Group, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, Baker’s Dozen, 4310 S.W. 21st. Information: LHenderson85@gmail.com.

“Religious Rights or Unlawful Discrimination?” 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, Dole Institute, 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence. Robin Fretwell Wilson, professor of law at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and Camilla Taylor, senior counsel for Lambda Legal, will discuss issues that arise when the assertion of religious beliefs conflicts with the rights of others in a conversation moderated by Stephen McAllister, University of Kansas distinguished professor of law. Information: doleinstitute.org/.

Rossville Sons of American Legion Post 31 meeting, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, 442 Main St., Rossville.

Adoption Concerns Triangle of Topeka, 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, New Hope Methodist Church, 2915 S.W. 8th. Adoptees, birth family members, adoptive family members and adoption professionals welcome. Information: Marilyn, 235-6122, waugh5@cox.net or adoptionconcernstriangle.webs.com.

BINGO

American Legion Post 1, 5:45 p.m. Sundays and Tuesdays, American Legion Post 1, 3800 S.E. Michigan. Information: 267-1923 or capitolpostone.org. Concessions available.

American Legion Post 400, 6:30 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, American Legion Post 400, 3029 N.W. US-24 highway. Concessions available starting at 5 p.m. Information: 296-9400 or topekanorthpost400.org.

American Legion Bingo, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 299 Huron Blvd., Marysville.

Arab Shrine Temple, 6:25 p.m. Fridays, Arab Shrine Temple, 1305 S. Kansas Ave. Information: 234-5656 or http://on.fb.me/1MbkzPZ.

Eagles Bingo, 1 p.m. Sundays, Eagles Lodge, 2941 Fremont. Doors open at 11 a.m., snack bar at noon. Information: 266-7307.

Hayden High bingo, 6 p.m. Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays, Hayden Catholic High School, 401 S.W. Gage Blvd. Doors open at 5 p.m. Snack bar and ample parking. Information: 272-2150.

VFW Philip Billard Post 1650 bingo, 6 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, VFW Philip Billard Post 1650, 3110 S.W. Huntoon. Concessions available starting at 5:30 p.m. Cost: $5-$30. Information: 235-9073 or vfw1650.org.

REUNIONS

The Second (Indianhead) Division Association is searching for anyone who served in the Army’s 2nd Infantry Division. This year the association will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the division, which was formed in France during World War I. For information about the association and its annual reunion in Arlington, Va., Wednesday through Sunday, Sept. 13-17, contact Bob Haynes, secretary-treasurer, 2idahq@comcast.net or (224) 225-1202, or visit 2ida.org.

Topeka High School Class of 1967 50th reunion, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 22-23. Information: mmsheahan@cox.net.

Hayden High School Class of 1967 50th reunion, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 29-30. Information: kathy.clark6@yahoo.com.

Shawnee Heights High School All School reunion, 5 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Sept. 30, Norsemen Brewing Company, 830 N. Kansas Ave. Information: alumni.shhs.classquest.com.

Topeka West High School Class of 1967 50th reunion, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 6-7. Information: jillrayna@yahoo.com.

BRIEFLY

Demonstration classes for Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department’s fall fitness classes, Wednesday, Sept. 6, and Saturday, Sept. 9, Sports Pavilion Lawrence, 100 Rock Chalk Lane, Community Building, 115 W. 11th St., or Carnegie Building, 200 W. 9th St., all in Lawrence. Information: Jo Ellis, recreation program supervisor, 330-7355.

No Child Left Inside Hiking Adventures, featuring guided nature hike,3 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 6 and 20, Oct. 4 and 18 and Nov. 1, Prairie Park Nature Center, 2730 Harper St., Lawrence. Ages: 7 to 12 years. Cost: $5 per person. Registration: lprd.org/activity?n=423261 or any Lawrence Parks and Recreation facility. Information: 832-7980.

Friends of the Silver Lake Library Annual Book Sale, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8, and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, Mason building, US-24 highway and Beaubein. Cost: Paper bag, $5; plastic bag, $3; hardback books, $1; paperback books, 25 cents; DVDs and CDs, $1.

Vinyl records, CDs, gently used audio equipment or musical instruments are being accepted for KU Audio-Reader Network’s annual benefit sale, For Your Ears Only, on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 8-9, at the Douglas County Fairgrounds in Lawrence. Audio-Reader Network is a nonprofit that serves the blind, visually impaired and print-disabled. Information: 864-4600 or reader.ku.edu.

42nd Annual Huff ‘n Puff Hot Air Balloon Rally, 5 to 10 p.m. Friday through Sunday, Sept. 8-10, 3315 S.E. Tinman Circle, Lake Shawnee. Information and schedule: facebook.com/pg/huffnpufftopeka/events/?ref=page_internal.

Flint Hills Shakespeare Festival: “The Winter’s Tale,” Friday through Sunday, Sept. 8-10 and 15-17, play only on Thursday, Sept. 14, St. Marys. Information: Facebook and flinthillsshakespearefestival.com.

Pony Express 120 Gravel Dash, Saturday, Sept. 9, Marysville. Help send off the riders that morning and cheer them home in the afternoon. Food, a beer garden and music by Black Top Road will be featured in the afternoon. Information: Marysville Chamber of Commerce, 562-3101, marysvillekansaschamber.org, info@marysvillechamber.org or follow on Facebook.

“Anson the Ornery. Deluge. Solo.” exhibition, through Sept. 9, Lawrence Arts Center, 940 New Hampshire St., Lawrence. Information: 843-2787 or lawrenceartscenter.org.

TopCon Geek Expo 2017, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 9-10, Agriculture Hall, Kansas Expocentre, 1 Expocentre Drive. Cost: $15 for adults; $12 for children; and free for age 3 and under. Pet friendly. Information: 250-7274.

Topeka Pride, Monday, Sept. 11, and Wednesday through Saturday, Sept. 13-16, various Topeka locations. Information and schedule: facebook.com/Topeka-Pride-1434149770169136/, topekapride.org or topekapride@gmail.com.

“The Elusive Quest for the Lacrosse Mom: How do Politicians, Corporations, Organizations and the Community Engage Women?” 4 p.m. Sept. 12, 19 and 26, Oct. 3 and 24 and Nov. 14. Dole Institute, 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence. Experienced campaign adviser and Washington insider Cherylyn Harley LeBon will lead a discussion group series examining how various organizations, corporations and political entities attempt to engage with women and why they can be a difficult constituency to reach. Information: doleinstitute.org/.

“Fiddler on the Roof, Jr.” auditions, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 13-14, The Columbian Theatre, 521 Lincoln Ave., Wamego. For grades 3-8. Information: 456-2029.

Grassland Heritage Foundation Fall Native Plant Sale, 4 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, and 21, Cottin’s Farmers Market, behind Cottin’s Hardware and Rental, 1832 Massachusetts, Lawrence. Cost: $4 per plant. Information: grasslandheritage.org, grasslandheritage@gmail.com or 840-8104.

2017 Kansas Senior Games, featuring 21 different sports for age 50 and older, Sept. 15-24 in Topeka. Information: sunflowerhames.com.

“18 Shades of Gray” exhibit, through Sept. 16, Mulvane Art Museum, S.W. 17th and Jewell. Free. Information: washburn.edu/mulvane or 670-1124.

2017 Kansas Capital Quilt Show: “Comfort, Warmth, Beauty, and Love,” featuring more than 140 quilts, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 17, The Woman’s Club of Topeka, 5221 S.W. West Drive, entrance on west side.

Gil Carter Initiative-Stop Childhood Obesity, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 18-20, Central Park Community Center, 1534 S.W. Clay. Health lecture, cooking demo and exercise by Erma Forbes, chef and registered nurse, and Kansas State University Research Extension. Information: Forbes, 260-9195 or gcarteinitiative@gmail.com or Central Park Community Center, 251-2965.

TARC Industries free residential confidential paper shred, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, Sept. 18-22, 1800 S.W. 42nd.

Brown County Genealogical Society, 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21, 116 S. 7th, Hiawatha, across the street west from the Brown County Courthouse square. Guest speaker: Privy digger and Nemaha County native Robert Thorne on his new collection of artifacts left along the St. Joseph Road in northeast Kansas, which could date back to the 1840s.

“Diana Lawrence: Meditation on Skies” exhibit, through Sept. 30, Emporia Arts Center, 815 Commercial St., Emporia. Information: (620) 343-6473 or emporiaksarts.org.

Marysville Farmers Market, 8 to 11 a.m. Saturdays through Oct. 14, 7th and Broadway, Marysville. Selection of baked goods, locally grown foods, plants and homemade crafts. Information: 562-6818 or 562-2424.

“Lecompton and World War I,” 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Oct. 14, Territorial Capital Museum, Lecompton. More than 200 people from Lecompton, Big Springs, Stull and Kanwaka served in the Great War. Donations accepted.

“EDGE: On the Verge” exhibit, through Oct. 22, Alice C. Sabatini Gallery, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 S.W. 10th. This juried fiber art exhibit pushes the idea of what a quilt can be. Fiber artists from around the world will make you reexamine what you think you know about textiles.

Emporia Farmers Market, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturdays and 5 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays through October, 7th Avenue between Merchant and Commercial streets, Emporia. For market news and events: Emporia Farmers Market on Facebook or emporiafarmersmarket.org. Information: Jessica Hopkins, (620) 343-6555 or emporiafm@gmail.com.

“Reclaimed Creations: Sayaka Ganz” exhibit, through Dec. 19, Marion Pelton Gallery, Beach Museum of Art, Kansas State University, 14th Street and Anderson Avenue, Manhattan.

“Ubiquitous: Enrico Isamu Oyama” exhibit, through Dec. 23, Beach Museum of Art, Kansas State University, 14th St. and Anderson Ave. Manhattan. Free. Information: beach.k-state.edu/explore/exhibitions/ubiquitous.html.

“The League of Wives: Vietnam’s POW/MIA Allies and Advocates” exhibit, through Dec. 31, Dole Institute, 2350 Petefish Drive, Lawrence.

“Duty First: 100 Years of the Big Red One” exhibit, through Jan. 14, Flint Hills Discovery Center, 315 S. 3rd St., Manhattan. Explore the 100-year history of the 1st Infantry Division through the eyes of five soldiers from the founding of the Big Red One in 1917 to present day. Information: 587-2726 or flinthillsdiscovery.org.

“The Kaw: A Prairie River Shapes a State,” through Jan. 31, Great Overland Station, 701 N. Kansas Ave. Artifacts on display include bones, animal teeth, pottery shards and pieces from the Kaw Indian or native tribes who lived along the Kansas River. Information: Trisha Smith, 232-5533 or tsmith@greatoverlandstation.com.

“Eisenhower and the Great War” exhibit, through March 1, Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum, 200 S.E. 4th St., Abilene. Information: 263-6700.

“Chisholm Trail and the Cowtown That Raised a President” exhibit, through May 31, Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum, 200 S.E. 4th St., Abilene. Information: 263-6700.

Topeka Salvation Army free hot meal, 4 to 5 p.m. Monday-Thursday and sack lunch on Friday, 1320 S.E. 6th.

Free mobile food distribution, 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays (or until food runs out), Family of God Church, 1231 N.E. Eugene. No ID or proof of income required. First-come, first-served. Sponsored by Randel Ministries, Harvesters and Family of God Church. Information: 234-1111 or randelministries.com.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), 10:30 a.m. to noon Thursday, First Apartments, S.W. 18th and Gage. Information: JoAnn, 438-9834.

Midland Care offers grief support for all ages, including children and teenagers. Information: 232-2044.