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Christmas Festival, Through Dec. 7, Wayne County Historical Museum, 1150 N. A St., Richmond. Decorations throughout, live music, dance, stories, Doll Tea on Dec. 6 (tickets required), songs, history and more.

On Display! in December, Centerville-Center Township Public Library, 126 E. Main St., Centerville, Ind. On display all month long in the Adult Services Department: A tribute to Carl Stiver and Cub Scout Pack 16 and Wildlife Art by Corinna St. Martin and Julie Turner.

Fall Student Art Show "Work in Progress", Dec. 1 to Dec. 5, Leeds Gallery, Runyan Center, Richmond. The exhibit highlights the artwork of current Earlham art students. Free. Gallery hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, call (765) 983-1410

Winter Story Time registration begins, Preble County District Library, 301 N. Barron St., Eaton, Ohio. Story time sessions begin Jan. 7, 2015.

Whispering Christmas, 6 p.m.-10 p.m., Dec. 1-31, Fort St. Clair, Camden Road and Ohio 122 West, Eaton, Ohio. Features nearly 1 million lights in dozens of displays. Drive or walk through. Music. The park's cabins are open from 6-10 p.m. Dec. 1-24 for visits with Santa, hot chocolate and refreshments. Admission is free and donations are gratefully accepted. (937) 456-4125

Festival of Trees, Dec. 2-11, Sterling House, 3700 S. A St., Richmond. Silent auction. Benefits Alzheimer's Association. Tree donations welcome. (765) 994-0040

Teen Anime Club, 3:30 p.m., Dec. 2, Preble County District Library, 301 N. Barron St., Eaton, Ohio. Watch some anime and eat some snacks. For teens in grades 6-12.

10th Annual Old Fashioned Christmas Festival, 5-9 p.m., Dec. 2, Historic Depot District, Fort Wayne Avenue, Richmond. Along Fort Wayne Avenue and North E Street. Free admission. Free face painting. Live reindeer. Food, balloon artist, model trains and kids train rides, Santa and elves, ice sculptures, fireworks, luminary walk and elves on stilts. Christmas Train Fantasy Land at Richmond Furniture Gallery. Horse-drawn carriage rides sold. Local non-profits are participating and benefiting from the festival. www.InHistoricRichmond.com.

Story Time: ages 11 and under, 5:30 p.m., Dec. 2, Preble County District Library, 104 S. Main St., Camden, Ohio. Free.

Richmond High School Holiday Band Concert, 6 p.m., Dec. 2, Civic Hall Performing Arts Center, 380 Hub Etchison Pkwy, Richmond. (765) 973-3350

Life in Christ Circus Clown Training, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Dec. 2, Trinity Lutheran Church, 511 N. Commerce St., Lewisburg. Christ Clown College is taking applications for anyone interested in Christian clowning. This is a 15-week course beginning Dec. 2, 2014. Classes will be taught by Pastor Brent Cavendish (Willy Nilly). Pastor Brent is a graduate of the "Life in Christ Circus" of Omaha, NE and a graduate of the Red Skelton Clown School of Vincennes, Indiana. The course will cover the basics of juggling, makeup, clown magic, balloon artistry, skit writing and performing. Note this course is about faith formation with the goal of producing Christian clowns for the "Life in Christ Circus" clown alley. If you are interested call (937) 962-2741 and ask for Rev. Willy or email willynilly4fun@gmail.com for an application.

The Night Before Christmas, 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m., Dec. 2, Oxford Community Art Center, 10 S College Ave, Oxford, Ohio. Be part of Izzy the mouse's great adventure to the North Pole where he meets Santa's Elves, Rosie the Reindeer and comes face to face withthe Abominable Snowman! Izzy and Rosie save the day.

Alzheimer's support group, 2:30 p.m. Dec. 3, First English Lutheran Church, 2727 E. Main St., Richmond.

Convocation featuring C.L. Lindsay, 1-2:15 p.m., Dec. 3, Goddard Auditorium, Carpenter Hall, Earham College, 801 National Road W., Richmond. C. L. Lindsay brings his entertaining and humorous yet sobering presentation on students, social media and the law. After leaving his law practice in New York City, Lindsay started the Coalition for Student & Academic Rights (CO-STAR). As the foundation's acting executive director, he is building CO-STAR into a national student rights organization that helps thousands of college students with their legal problems free of charge. Free admission, no tickets required. (765)983-1373

Easy Origami (ages 5-12), 4:45 p.m., Dec. 3, Preble County District Library: Camden Branch, 104 S Main St., Camden, Ohio. Learn the art of paper folding. Craft tulips, page-corner bookmarks, snappers and light sabers from colored paper.

Euchre Night, 7 p.m., Dec. 3, American Legion, 1477 Ohio 503 S, West Alexandria. Every Wednesday at 7 p.m. There is a $5 entry fee, prizes, a 50/50 raffle and this is open to the public.

Salvation Army Christmas Radio Show, 6-10 p.m., Dec. 4, IU East, 2325 Chester Blvd., Richmond. Traditional memorial pledge hour from 9-10 p.m. (765) 966-7791

Christmas Victorian Dinner, 6 p.m., Dec. 4, Quaker Hill Conference Center, 10 Quaker Hill Drive, Richmond. Enjoy a taste of history. A five-course authentically designed Victorian dinner. The setting will be Evans House, circa 1855, decorated for the Christmas holidays; the staff will be attired in period dress. Guests are welcome to dress for the occasion or just as a casual evening out. Reservation required. Cost $40 per person. (765) 962-5741

Fairview Elementary School Concert, 6 p.m., Dec. 4, Civic Hall Performing Arts Center, 380 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond.

Christmas Food Crafts, 6:30 p.m., Dec. 4, Preble County District Library, 301 N. Barron St., Eaton, Ohio. Make Christmas crafts from holiday treats!

Christmas Open House, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Dec. 5-7, Warm Glow Candle Co. Outlet Store, 2131 N. Centerville Road, Centerville, Ind. Free photos with Santa, live holiday music, book signings, local crafters/artisans, gourmet food sampling, Richmond Family YMCA's live tree sale, wine tasting and more. Visit with one of Santa?s reindeer Dec. 7. (765) 855-2000

Old National Road Welcome Center Christmas Open House, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 5-6, 5701 National Road E., Richmond. 10 am. to 4 p.m. Dec. 5 and 6. Gift shop open house with refreshments and artists. (765) 935-8687 or jresh@visitrichmond.org

"The Real Meaning of Christmas", 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 5, Centerville Christian Church, 111 N. Morton Ave., Centerville, Ind. Fundraising event for Hope House. A fast-paced yet poignant comedy highlighting different perceptions of the holiday season. Written and directed by Shannon Nevels, featuring local favorites Jared Adamson, Andy DeHoff, Brian Jackson, and Lizzy Walther. $10 ticket includes dessert and Starbucks coffee. Sponsored by the Nevels Family so that 100 percent of ticket price goes directly to Hope House. Gentlemen of Hope House will serve at tables. For information or to purchase tickets, contact Shannon Nevelsshannon_nevels@yahoo.com, Sally at Centerville Christian Church (765) 855-5176, or Trinity Gifts & Books, 4623 National Road E.

Holidays at Gresham Drive Through Light Display, 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m., Dec. 5, Suzanne Gresham Center, 3620 W. White River Boulevard, Muncie. The holidays are about the kids! And kids love lights!It's been said that you cannot light another's path without brightening your own.That's exactly the philosophy that Meridian Health Services is taking in producing the Holidays at Gresham, a drive through light exhibit pathway for the whole family.While our community has many unique holiday experiences, Meridian Health Services wants to add to the festivities with special evenings of holiday magic. Starting the first weekend in December. Free.

25th Annual Holiday Parade, 7 p.m., Dec. 5, downtown Richmond. Starts at Sixth and East Main streets and ends at 10th and Main. Offered by Center City Development Corporation. Theme is "Celebrating Milestones." Santa will appear. Free to spectators and participants. (765) 962-8151 or www.mycentercity.com.

Gamelan Concert, 7:30 p.m., Dec. 5, Lingle Hall, Center for the Visual and Performing Arts, Earlham College, Richmond. Students and community members present traditional Indonesian music on Earlham's central Javanese bronze gamelan. A gamelan is a large set of melodic percussion instruments led by drums that can also include a bowed lute, a plucked zither, a bamboo flute and singers. For this concert the group will be lead by HeriPurwanto, a visiting artist-in-residence from Java funded by a Fulbright Scholarship grant. Free admission, no tickets required. (765) 983-1410

Eric Loy Concert, 7 a.m.-9 p.m., Dec. 6, Allen & AdalineGarber Nature Center, 9691 SR503 N, Lewisburg, Ohio. Along with the guitar, he also plays banjo, piano, harmonica and the harp guitar. Donations welcome. RSVP requested, but not required at (937) 962-5561.

Christmas Craft Bazaar, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Dec. 6, Hillcrest Baptist Church , 3469 Hillcrest Road, Richmond. Many craft vendors, wood crafts, crochet, food vendors, and direct sales companies like Thirty One and Scentsy with cash and carry items. Mini Christmas photo sessions available.

Christmas Bazaar Craft and Bake Sale , 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 6, Pentecostal Tabernacle, 480 W. Eaton Pike, Richmond. Homemade baked goods, hand-crafted collectibles, soup and sandwiches, door prize drawings. Sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary.

Holiday Open House at the Amish Cheese Shop, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Dec. 6, Amish Cheese Shop, 2001 N. Indiana 1, Cambridge City. Cheese tasting, warm cider, demonstrations, design-your-own gift baskets, meat and cheese trays, store-wide discounts. (765) 478-5847 or http://amishcheeseshop.com

Holiday Bazaar, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 6, Sterling House, 3700 S. A St., Richmond. Benefits Alzheimer's Association. Free admission. (765) 994-0040

Express enrollment days, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Dec. 6, Ivy Tech Community College, 2325 Chester Blvd., Richmond. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Dec. 13, Jan. 3 and 10; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Jan. 8-9. No appointment necessary. Classes start Jan. 12, 2015.

Old Fashioned Christmas Open House, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Dec. 6, Preble County District Library, 115 N. Washington St., New Paris, Ohio. Celebrate the 150th anniversary of Benjamin Hanby's writing of the classic holiday song "Up on the Housetop" while living in New Paris. Snacks and crafts while supplies last.

Winter Farmers' Market, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Dec. 6, Elizabeth Starr Academy, 301 N. 19th St., Richmond. Local foods, arts, and crafts all winter long. Vegetables, fresh breads, meat, eggs, honey, jams, jellies, pickles, soap, home decorations, arts, crafts, and more.

Christmas in the Village Craft Bazaar, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Dec. 6, Old Twin Valley South High School, 45 N. Main St., West Alexandria. On Ohio 503 just north of Dayton Street/U.S. 35. More than 20 vendors bring their products. Food and entertainment.

Alternative Gift Fair, Noon-3 p.m., Dec. 6, Morrisson-Reeves Library, 80 N. Sixth St., Richmond. Browse through tables of charities. Purchase gifts for non-profits starting at $10, such as outdoor experiences for area classrooms, art supplies for after-school programs or food for needy animals. Twenty groups will be represented. Gifts are prepared in boxes or mail-ready envelopes while you wait. Free child care and chair massages, live music and refreshments. Pre-sale offered from 5-7 p.m. Dec. 4 at the library for those who can?t attend the fair. www.copeenvironmental.org or (765) 277-2289

Registration deadline for Crafting with Connie Workshop is Dec. 6; workshop is from noon-3 p.m. Dec. 13 (date changed from Dec. 20) at Reid Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1004 N. A St., Richmond. Must sign up one week ahead of workshop. For ages kindergarten and older. $10 fee includes materials and a snack. Send check, name and age to Connie Wood, 1311 Harris St., Richmond, IN 47374. (765) 966-0277. Number of crafts depends on difficulty.

Lego Building Contest, 12:30 p.m., Dec. 6, Preble County District Library, 301 N. Barron St., Eaton, Ohio. Open to children age 5-12. Bring your own Lego blocks, and all Legos must be taken apart prior to the one-hour build time.

Free Clothing Bank, 1-3 p.m., Dec. 6, Northside Church of Christ, 1962 Chester Blvd., Richmond. (765) 962-4910

Sugar Sweet Sensational Treat, 1 p.m.-3 p.m., Dec. 6, Allen & AdalineGarber Nature Center, 9691 Ohio 503 N., Lewisburg, Ohio. The first cookie swap and harp concert in the Garber restored house. Harp music by Denise Garber, Bring 1-2 dozen cookies and your recipe. We will exchange cookies and have a plate to take home! Enjoy cookies and put together a cookie recipe book.

Holiday portraits, 2-4 p.m. Dec. 6, Sterling House, 3700 S. A St., Richmond. Benefits Meals on Wheels. (765) 994-0040

Jingle Jam Family Christmas Show, 4, 5, 7 and 8 p.m., Dec. 6, Centerville Christian Church Family Center, 106 E. Main St., Centerville, Ind. Skits, music, dancers, games and a comedic presentation of the Christmas Story. If a little extra holiday help is needed, visit our Jingle Jam Christmas Closet after a show. Free admission. (765) 855-5176.

Rosemary Weigel Frostbite 5K, 5 p.m., Dec. 6, Glen Miller Park, 2200 E. Main St., Richmond. Registration 3:45-4:45, race at 5 p.m. New course this year. $25 day of race. Child discount available for those 11 and younger. Holiday music and hot chocolate. An all-weather event. (765) 983-7426

Christmas in Centerville, 5 p.m.-8 p.m., Dec. 6, activities around town, including Centerville-Center Township Public Library, 126 E Main St, Centerville. Enjoy lots of free activities all over town, including live music and crafts.

Celebration of Lights, 6 p.m.-9 p.m., Dec. 6, Glen Miller Park, 2200 E. Main St., Richmond. Free. Luminaria will light the park for walkers. Carriage rides around the lake, a holiday movie playing for those in line, carolers, hot chocolate at the park concession stand. Santa and Mrs. Claus will visit.

Christmas with Dino, 7 p.m. Dec. 6, First Baptist Church, 1601 S. A St., Richmond. Christian pianist. who calls himself "America's Piano Showman." Tickets: $20 each. Call the church at (765) 962-3074 or Jan Clark at (765) 977-3001 or visit Trinity Gifts and Books, 4623 National Road E., Richmond.

JazzCussion Concert, 7:30 p.m., Dec. 6, Lingle Hall, Center for the Visual and Performing Arts, Earlham College, Richmond. The Jazz and Percussion groups of Earlham join forces for an exciting concert of high-energy music. Performing jazz and pop standard to dramatic novelty percussion pieces, the concert is great for people of all ages, so bring the kids along. Remember, jazz plus percussion equals JazzCussion. Free admission, no tickets required.

170th Anniversary of St. John Lutheran Church, 10:30 a.m.-noon , Dec. 7, St. John Lutheran Church 501 S. Seventh St., Richmond. ELCA Bishop Elizabeth Eaton will be the guest preacher and special music will be presented. The Indiana-Kentucky Bishop William Gafkjen of Indianapolis will take part along with local pastor James Culver.Everyone is invited. (765) 935-2481

Homeschool Adventures in Art, 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Dec. 7, Morrisson-Reeves Library, 80 N 6th St, Richmond. Homeschoolers in grades 1-5 can learn from Marilyn Nobbe and make a piece to take home. Offered the third Tuesday each month. Free.

Tour of Homes, 1 p.m.-5 p.m., Dec. 7, around Lewisburg, Ohio. Tickets will be on sale at the Lewisburg Community centers at 261 E. Clay St. from 1-5 p.m. Presale tickets are available. (937) 962-2190

Richmond Symphony Orchestra: Movies IV, 3-5 p.m., Dec. 7, Civic Hall Performing Arts Center, 380 Hub Etchison Pkwy, Richmond. Guy Bordo continues his love affair with film music in a Pops Concert that ranges from Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma to John Barry's scores for the James Bond movies. This concert features the RSO Singers, the Orchestra-Within-an-Orchestra, and the 2014 Young Artist Competition winner. Adults, $15 (box seats $20); students in grades K-12 admitted free. (765) 966-5181 or http://richmondsymphony.org

Eaton Area Community Chorus Concert, 3 p.m., Dec. 7, Preble County Performing Arts Center, Eaton High School, Eaton, Ohio. (937) 456-6608

Christmas in the Village, 4-8 p.m., Dec. 7, Preble County District Library, 16 N. Main St., West Alexandria. Snacks and crafts for the entire family and a chance to win a door prize!

Santa's arrival, 5 p.m., Dec. 7, Lewisburg Park, Lewisburg, Ohio. Across from the Community Center. At 6 p.m. the park will be brightened by thousands of light in the annual Lighting of the Park. Hot chocolate and hot dogs. (937) 272-6480.

Gospel Revelations Winter Concert, 7 p.m., Dec. 7, Goddard Auditorium, Carpenter Hall, Earham College, 801 National Road W., Richmond. Join Earlham's largest and most multicultural group at their end-of-the-semester concert. Performing high-energy soulful gospel tunes on a Sunday evening, the concert is a great way to end the weekend. Free admission, no tickets required. (765)983-1410

Lynn & Friends Christmas Special, 7 p.m.-9 p.m., Dec. 7, First Presbyterian Church, 100 N. 10th St., Richmond. Featuring Rusty Ammerman, Ann Frost, Kim Giesting, Teresa Jackson, Lynn Kennedy, Cindy Oler, Brian Rodgers and Carol Lou Woodward. Free. All welcome. Wassail to follow

Christmas Food Crafts, 4 p.m., Dec. 8, Preble County District Library, 135 N. Main St., West Elkton, Ohio. Make Christmas crafts from holiday treats.

Test Intermediate School Holiday Concert, 6:30 p.m., Dec. 8, Civic Hall Preforming Arts Center, 380 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond.

Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament, 3:30 p.m., Dec. 9, Preble County District Library, 301 N. Barron St., Eaton, Ohio. Teens in grades 6-12, test your Wii gaming skills against your peers We'll have two Wiis set up for the tournament, and every teen who participates will get a prize. The winner of the tournament will get a stuffed Kirby!

Easy Origami (ages 5-12), 4:30 p.m., Dec. 9, Preble County District Library, 150 N. Main St., Eldorado, Ohio. Learn the art of paper folding. Craft tulips, page-corner bookmarks, snappers and light sabers from colored paper.

SpongeBob Squarepants visit!, 5-5:30 p.m., Dec. 9, Preble County District Library, 301 N. Barron St., Eaton. SpongeBobSquarePants will be at the library from 5-5:30 p.m. for photo opportunities before he has to be back to work at the KrustyKrab.

Story Time: ages 11 and under, 5:30 p.m., Dec. 9, Preble County District Library, 104 S. Main St., Camden, Ohio.

Urban Enterprise Association board of directors meetings, Noon, Dec. 10, Richmond Municipal Building, 50 N. Fifth St., Richmond.

Marketplace Insurance Sign Ups, 3 p.m.-7 p.m., Dec. 10, Reid Hospital & Health Care Services, 1100 Reid Pkwy, Richmond. Meet Reid Navigators, Insurance Plan Reps and Insurance Agents and register for the Marketplace Insurance (ACA).

Easy Origami (ages 5-12), 4:30 p.m., Dec. 10, Preble County District Library, 135 N. Main St., West Elkton, Ohio. Learn the art of paper folding. Craft tulips, page-corner bookmarks, snappers and light sabers from colored paper.

Christmas Open House, 5-7 p.m., Dec. 10, Preble County District Library, 212 S. High St., West Manchester, Ohio. Get a photo with Santa from 6-7 p.m. Kids age 5-12 can make a craft and all will receive a goodie bag. There'll be a door prize for adults, as well as coffee, hot chocolate, tea, and cookies!

Richmond Community Schools Orchestra Concert, 7 p.m., Dec. 10, Civic Hall Performing Arts Center, 380 Hub Etchison Pkwy, Richmond.

Christmas Open House, 5 p.m.-7 p.m., Dec. 11, Preble County District Library, 150 N. Main St., Eldorado, Ohio. Get a photo with Santa from 6-7 p.m. Kids age 5-12 can make a craft and all will receive a goodie bag. There'll be a door prize for adults, as well as coffee, hot chocolate, tea, and cookies!

Holiday Party, Dec. 11, 4th Floor Blues Club, 923 N. E St., Richmond. Celebrate the holidays with dinner, drinks, and the Sean Lamb Band. $20. (765) 966-5654 or http://www.4parker.com

IU Alumni Night, 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m., Dec. 11, New Boswell Brewery, 410 N.10th St., Richmond. Organized by Whitewater Valley Chapter of the IU Alumni Association. This event is open to all IU alumni in the Whitewater Valley.Reduced price memberships are available only at events like these.

Christmas Food Crafts, 6:30 p.m., Dec. 11, Preble County District Library: Camden Branch, 104 S. Main St., Camden, Ohio. Make Christmas crafts from holiday treats! Have your craft, and eat it too!

Old Trail District BSA Adult Leaders Roundtable, 7 p.m.-8 p.m., Dec. 11, First English Lutheran Church, 2727 E. Main Street, Richmond. Monthly training, program plans and idea exchange of Cub Scout and Boy Scout Adult Leaders. All leaders, parents and potential leaders are welcome. (765) 962-7191

"The Family Tree: A Christmastime Concert," Dec. 12-14 and 19-21, Richmond Civic Theatre, 1003 E. Main St., Richmond. Shows at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. Information or tickets can be obtained at www.goRCT.org or by calling the box office, (765) 962-1816.

Musikgarten!, 10 a.m.-10:30 a.m., Dec. 12, Morrisson-Reeves Library, 80 N. Sixth St., Richmond. This event is for 0-3 year olds and their caregivers. Musikgarten helps kids learn with music, and stimulates the language and learning centers of the brain. Offered the second Friday of every month. Free.

"The Holiday Ice Spectacular," 7:30 p.m., Dec. 12, Civic Hall Performing Arts Center, 380 Hub Etchison Pkwy, Richmond. The stage will be transformed into a miniature ice skating rink utilizing a state-of-the-art synthetic ice product. Featuring classic and modern holiday favorite songs along with figure skating, theater and humor. Includes a 12-minute rendition of Tchaikovsky's classic "Nutcracker" ballet. Reserved seats: Adults, $25; students $18. Presented by Las Vegas-based Rand Enterprises. (765) 973?3350, www.civichall.com or www.holidayicespectacular.com.

Crafting with Connie registration deadline, Dec. 13, Reid Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1004 N. A St., Richmond. Workshop is from noon-3 p.m. Dec. 20. Must sign up one week ahead of workshop. For ages kindergarten and older. $10 fee includes materials and a snack. Send check, name and age to Connie Wood, 1311 Harris St., Richmond, IN 47374. (765) 966-0277.

Cookie Walk, 9 a.m.-noon, Dec. 13, Christmas Cookie Walk, Edwards Memorial United Methodist Church, Liberty. You will choose homemade cookies and candies from approximately 450 dozen to fill the box you purchase. Some have Splenda; some are luten free. Proceeds are used for local missions. Delivery in Liberty available.

Getting Started on eBay - Buying, 10 a.m.-noon , Dec. 13, Centerville-Center Township Public Library, 126 E Main St, Centerville. Thinking about shopping online this holiday season? Learn how to buy on eBay with this free class by Jack Broering. Space is limited so call (765) 855-5223 to sign up today.

National Cocoa Day, Noon-7 p.m., Dec. 13, Preble County District Library: West Alexandria Branch, 16 N. Main St., West Alexandria. Stop in the library and make yourself a cup of hot cocoa to warm your bones!

Digital Fix Open Lab, 1 p.m.-5 p.m., Dec. 13, Centerville-Center Township Public Library, 126 E. Main St., Centerville. Questions about email, tablets and smartphones? Need help finding/using apps? Sign up for free 1-on-1 technology help. Call (765)855-5223 to save your spot.

The Protest "Great Lengths" CD Release Concert, 7 p.m., Dec. 13, Farmland Friends Church, 8311 W State Road 32, Farmland. The Protest "Great Lengths" CD Release ConcertFeaturing: The ProtestWith Special Guest: Foreveratlast & The Perfect DreamTickets $5.00 at the door

Holiday Open House, Noon-8 p.m., Dec. 15, Preble County District Library: Camden Branch, 104 S.Main St., Camden. Celebrate the holiday season and see what we have to offer at the Camden Library!

Easy Origami (ages 5-12), 4 p.m., Dec. 15, Preble County District Library: West Alexandria Branch, 16 N. Main St., West Alexandria. Learn the art of paper folding. Craft tulips, page-corner bookmarks, snappers and light sabers from colored paper.

Christmas Food Crafts, 4 p.m., Dec. 15, Preble County District Library: West Manchester Branch, 212 S. High St., West Manchester. Make Christmas crafts from holiday treats! Have your craft, and eat it too!

Story time and craft, 5 p.m., Dec. 15, Preble County District Library, 115 N Washington St, New Paris.

Christmas Candlelight Service, 8 p.m., Dec. 15, Stout Meetinghouse, Earlham College, 801 National Road West (for the college), Richmond. Earlham's Christmas Candlelight Service is a beautiful combination of scripture readings, congregational carols and Concert Choir selections. The service concludes with everyone lighting candles and luminaria around the Heart. Following the service, everyone is invited to Earlham Hall lobby for cookies and hot chocolate. Free.

DIY Snow Globes for teens, 3:30 p.m., Dec. 16, Preble County District Library: Eaton Branch, 301 N Barron St, Eaton. Eaton Teens Grades 6-12, make DIY Snowglobes! If you attend the Super Smash Brothers Brawl Tournament on 12/9/14, you can use polymer clay to create a creature for your snow globe and Christina will take it home and bake it in advance for this program. If you can only make it to the DIY Snowglobes on 12/16/14 have no fear, we'll have other supplies for the center of your Snowglobes!