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Has this latest cold spell left you needing a coat? If so, the Coat Exchange program is up and running once again on the first floor of the Rooks County Courthouse. Anyone can either pick out a coat or donate coats to this worthwhile program.

All roads will lead to Damar this Saturday for the 2021 St. Joseph’s Church Homecoming Bazaar will be held on Saturday, November 6th, at Richland Township Hall in Damar.

The Craft Basket in Alton was formed in the early 80’s when a few artisans from the Alton area decided to form a group to sell their handmade items. With the help of the Alton PRIDE, they were successful in attaining the community room for two months during the holiday season.

The menus for the week beginning Monday, November 1st, are as follows: Monday—Swiss steak, rice, green beans, bread, pears. Tuesday— Closed for Election Day. Wednesday—Meatballs with gravy, baked potato, seasoned carrots, bread, strawberries. Thursday— Taco salad, mexicali corn, chips, peaches.

The Stockton VFW Post 8873 and Auxiliary are encouraging everyone to get out and vote on November 2nd! Honor a veteran’s service by casting your ballot, and then help the veterans with their projects by coming to the VFW from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The annual Lord’s Acre event will be held on Wednesday, November 3rd, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Stockton United Methodist Church, 204 North Elm, offering dine-in, carry-out, or home delivery.

The 2021 St. Joseph’s Church Homecoming Bazaar will be held on Saturday, November 6th, at Richland Township Hall in Damar. The afternoon event will begin at 4:00 p.m. with Mass at the church, followed by a Free-Will Donation Social Hour at 5:00 p.m. at the Hall.

The Dedication of the Veterans Memorial at the Stockton City Cemetery will be held on Thursday, November 11th at 2:00 p.m. This memorial, which was spearheaded by the VFW Auxiliary, will mark the veterans area of the cemetery and will be a lasting tribute to all those that served our country.

The annual Sigma Phi ESA Halloween Parade will be held on Friday, October 29th, starting at the Solomon Valley Manor at 4:30 p.m. Lineup starts at 4:00 p.m. Please note the importance of the parade to the Solomon Valley Manor residents.