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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211201
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SUMMARY:Broken Christmas Lights Collection
DESCRIPTION:Do you have an old\, broken string of holiday lights laying around? Not sure what to do with them? Bring them to the EEC for recycling! 🎄 \nWe are very excited to announce that we are partnering with Schupan & Sons\, Inc. in Elkhart to help you recycle your unwanted Christmas lights! ♻️ Reduce your holiday waste this season by dropping off your lights to the Elkhart Environmental Center\, or take them directly to Schupan – whatever works best for you! \nWe will be collecting lights at the EEC until December 31st. You can bring them to our office Monday-Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM\, or leave them in the drop box on our front porch any time…we will be glad to take them! \nAs always\, feel free to reach out to us at eecmail@coei.org with any questions 😊
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/broken-christmas-lights-collection/
LOCATION:Elkhart Environmental Center\, 1717 E Lusher Ave\, Elkhart\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211202T190000
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SUMMARY:South Bend Clinic Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:Interviewing for positions: \nMedical Assistants & LPN’s\, RN’s\, Radiology Techs\, Mammographers\, Ultrasound Techs\, Medical Technologists\, Medical Lab Techs\, Medical Receptionists\, and Patient Service Reps. \nOffers extended on the spot. Coffee/Espresso Bar
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/south-bend-clinic-hiring-event/
LOCATION:University Commons\, 6301 University Commons\, South Bend\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T232601
CREATED:20211201T180000Z
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SUMMARY:Groundbreaking
DESCRIPTION:One of Elkhart’s most desirable neighborhoods\, Lexington Landing\, is celebrating lifestyle living at its finest with the groundbreaking ceremony for The Villas at Lexington Landing. Guest of Honor\, Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson\, will be present to commemorate this exciting event on Friday\, December 3\, at 1:00pm. The ceremony will take place at 216 Haines Drive\, Elkhart\, IN 46514 and light refreshments will be available following the presentation. Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/groundbreaking/
LOCATION:The Villas at Lexington Landing\, 216 Haines Dr\, Elkhart\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260509T232601
CREATED:20211117T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211117T191823Z
UID:21521-1638554400-1638565200@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:10th Annual Bears in the Air Kick-Off Party
DESCRIPTION:We are excite to celebrate South Bend International Airport’s TENTH year of Bears in the Air at our kick-off party from 6-9pm on December 3 in person with you! We will have appropriate health and safety protocols in place in a new spacious location – a hangar located immediately east of the terminal building. \nWe invite you to gather family\, friends\, and colleagues\, and join us for an evening of celebration while we raise funds to provide newly purchased teddy bears to children in area hospitals. These bears provide smiles and comfort when there is little reason to smile. The Bears in the Air program also supports our community’s most vulnerable veterans who have served our great country and are now in need of our support. Funds raised also provide financial assistance to the Robert L. Miller\, Sr. Veteran’s Center. The more donations collected\, the more smiles we can create for both children and veterans alike. \nAdmission to the party is $25 per person at the door which will provide a bear to a child in area hospitals\, including Elkhart General Hospital\, Spectrum Health Lakeland\, Memorial Children’s Hospital\, and the Saint Joseph Health System and funds to veterans. Or reserve a table of 10 seats in advance for $300. Tables are based on availability by November 19. To reserve your table\, call Julie Curtis at (574) 282-4590 ext. 230. \nAttendees will enjoy light refreshments\, cocktails\, music\, and fabulous door prizes including certificates for airfare from American and United Air Lines. We promise a fun evening leaving you with a joy in your heart knowing you have helped a child and honored our veterans. \nThe event is open to the public for adults 21+. For anyone who cannot make the kickoff party\, donations can be made until December 17 at https://givegrove.com/bearsintheair2021/ \nPlease park in long-term parking and follow the signs to the hangar. Parking will be validated.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/10th-annual-bears-in-the-air-kick-off-party/
LOCATION:Trinity on Jackson\, 2715 E Jackson Blvd\, Elkhart\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211204T160000
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CREATED:20211129T150000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211129T174857Z
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SUMMARY:Lilacs and Twigs Holiday Open House
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Open House\, come shop from our variety of gifts! We can make up gift baskets for your holiday giving and we do sell flowers if you have that special someone needing a smile this season.. We will have a few treats for tasting while you shop! We will be having our Open House on two different Saturday dates: 12/04 & 12/18… Happy Holidays!
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/lilacs-and-twigs-holiday-open-house/2021-12-04/
LOCATION:Lilacs and Twigs\, 57867 St Rd 19\, Elkhart\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T232601
CREATED:20211130T180000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T210606Z
UID:21578-1638885600-1638889200@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Employer Considerations: Stress\, Mental Health and Tobacco Cessation
DESCRIPTION:The Wellness Council of Indiana\, in cooperation with the Indiana Department of Health\, Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Commission\, is pleased to present a four-part employer webinar series\, Tobacco Prevention and Cessation in the Workplace. Join us December 7 at 2:00 p.m. ET for the first webinar in this series\, Employer Considerations: Stress\, Mental Health and Tobacco Cessation. \nThe Council welcomes speakers Deborah Buckle and Ashley O’Rourke as they discuss:\n• The impacts of stress and mental wellness on tobacco cessation.\n• Tobacco cessation resources for individuals coping with mental health issues like depression and anxiety.\n• How promoting tobacco cessation among employees can improve lung health and reduce the risk of complications from COVID-19.\nThe program will be recorded and sent to all registrants after the webinar.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/webinar-employer-considerations-stress-mental-health-and-tobacco-cessation/
LOCATION:Virtual\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211209T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211209T130000
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CREATED:20211022T153000Z
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UID:21213-1639049400-1639054800@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:FREE Lunch & Learn: Handling the Supply Chain by ActionCOACH ONE
DESCRIPTION:What’s holding you back from peak performance? \nLearn about Lead generation\, conversion techniques\, transaction increases\, average $$$ Sales\, and better margins creation. \nWhat if we told you that you could increase your profits by 61% with minimal changes to the way you do business? And working less than ever IN your business? \nFree Lunch included for RSVP.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/lunch-and-learn-5-ways-to-massive-profits/
LOCATION:Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce\, 418 S. Main St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211210T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260509T232601
CREATED:20211208T155934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T160708Z
UID:21640-1639155600-1639342800@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Potawatomi Zoo Gift of Lights
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the Potawatomi Zoo is partnering with the Food Bank of Northern Indiana for a can drive and discount at The Gift of Lights\, efficiently powered by Indiana Michigan Power. \nThe Gift of Lights is the Zoo’s holiday lighting event that runs every Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, from 5-9 pm\, until December 19 \nEach night\, visitors can bring a can of pop-top soup to the Zoo and get a dollar off a single admission. The discount can be used once on each regular or Zoo Member admission (can’t be combined with other discounts). \n“Each year we partner with a local organization to give back\, and we’re always humbled by how generous our community is\,” says Josh Sisk\, executive director of the Potawatomi Zoo. “We look forward to helping the Food Bank of Northern Indiana this year.” \nRegular admission for The Gift of Lights is $11 for adults ages 15 and up\, $6 for children 3-14\, and babies 2 and under are free. Admission for Zoo Members is $8 for adults and $4 for children. Along with lighting displays\, visitors to The Gift of Lights can also walk around the Zoo\, feed the Zoo farm animals\, and see Santa in the River Run Yurt near the otters every night. The Potawatomi Zoo Express train tickets are $5 (over 2 years old) and include a lighted route\, fun Christmas present\, and hot chocolate sample. The Zoo train will run as weather permits. The carousel will not be running in winter. The Congo Café is open with hot drinks and a limited menu. The Otter Outpost is open with snacks\, beverages\, and special seasonal adult drinks. The Round Barn Monkey Bar will be open as weather permits with seasonal adult drinks and snacks as well. Keim’s Elephant Ears and Randy’s Famous Kettle Corn are also available in the back of the Zoo near the otters.The Zoo Gift Shop is open from 5-9 pm during The Gift of Lights. \nFor the health and safety of our animals and visitors\, some parts of the Zoo are closed after dark and in cold weather.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/potawatomi-zoo-gift-of-lights/2021-12-10/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211210T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T232601
CREATED:20211130T193000Z
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UID:21577-1639164600-1639321200@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:A Christmas Carol
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, December 10\, 7:30pm\nSaturday\, December 11\, 7:30pm\nSunday\, December 12\, 3:00pm \nEbenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort of others. With an infuriated “Bah! Humbug!” Scrooge summates his feelings of Christmas tidings and charitable giving\, but he’s forced to face his selfish ways when three ghosts on Christmas Eve lead him through his Past\, Present and Future.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/a-christmas-carol/
LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre
CATEGORIES:Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T232601
CREATED:20211130T200000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T210327Z
UID:21576-1639234800-1639242000@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Madeline's Christmas
DESCRIPTION:“In an old house in Paris that was covered with vines lived 12 little girls in two straight lines.”\nSo begins this delightful story of Madeline’s Christmas! Miss Clavel takes the 12 little girls on their morning walk when suddenly disaster strikes and everyone gets the flu! Everyone that is\, except for the ever-resilient Madeline. Saddened that they may not be able to go home for Christmas\, the girls and Miss Clavel take to their beds. But on Christmas Eve there is a knock at the front door. Expecting to see Santa\, Madeline meets a rug merchant who has brought some very special rugs — rugs that will make this the most magical and memorable Christmas of all.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/madelines-christmas/
LOCATION:Lerner Theatre\, 410 S Main St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211213T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211213T150000
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CREATED:20211025T123000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T134836Z
UID:21219-1639384200-1639407600@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:RED RIBBON BASKETS Deadline for return
DESCRIPTION:The Salvation Army of Elkhart’s annual Red Ribbon Basket Campaign is back this holiday season. The organization is calling on the community to help fill 600 laundry baskets with personal care items\, which will then be distributed to local families in need. \n“Due to the pandemic\, we were unable to do the Red Ribbon Basket Campaign last year\,” said Lt. Katy Benedict\, The Salvation Army of Elkhart Corps Officer. “We are excited to have this campaign return as it has positively impacted so many in the community in prior years. Our community is a generous one\, and we are asking for their assistance in helping to make Christmas brighter for our neighbors.” \nTo sign up to fill an individual basket\, call (574) 970-0088 or visit The Salvation Army’s offices at 300 N. Main St between 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Monday thru Friday. The Salvation Army will then provide the bin to load. Sign-ups are underway and community donors have until Dec. 13 before baskets must be completed and returned. \nToiletry\, personal care\, and cleaning items needed to fill the baskets include laundry detergent\, toilet paper\, shampoo and conditioner\, feminine hygiene products\, first aid products\, bathroom cleaner\, chlorine bleach\, dish soap\, paper towels\, toothbrush and toothpaste\, bath soap\, deodorant\, and vinegar.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/red-ribbon-baskets-deadline-for-return/
LOCATION:Salvation Army\, 300 N Main St\, Elkhart\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211213T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211213T193000
DTSTAMP:20260509T232601
CREATED:20210313T233000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210309T170021Z
UID:18616-1639420200-1639423800@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Everence Medicare Monday
DESCRIPTION:We’ll cover the following:\nEnrollment details and deadlines\nBudgeting for health care and income in retirement\nWhat are your options if you continue to work?\nSocial Security – when do I start?\nPrescription drug coverage.\nPlans that supplement Medicare.\nWe are eager to discuss any additional questions you have. You can submit questions when you register or by using the Q&A feature during the webinar. \nPlease invite friends or family members who would also benefit from this information.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/everence-medicare-monday-3/
LOCATION:Virtual\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211217T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211223T200900
DTSTAMP:20260509T232601
CREATED:20211027T155720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T155836Z
UID:21255-1639762200-1640290140@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
DESCRIPTION:Wellfield Botanic Gardens’ Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights\, presented by Welch Packaging\, will transport you to a magical setting with lights\, sound and beauty\, perfect for families to enjoy during the holiday season. Enjoy this special opportunity to see Wellfield after hours in a wintry paradise! Featuring professional light displays accentuating the natural beauty of Wellfield\, the ½-mile Promenade Pathway is aglow with color and texture\, framing our Garden spaces as you’ve never seen them before! Experience this great event with family and friends while enjoying the sounds of the season around the Promenade. \nDiscounted Ticket Pricing (discount available until Thanksgiving night!)\nPublic Adult: $9.60 (reg: $12.00)\nPublic Child (ages 3-12): $5.60 (reg: $7.00)\nUnder age 3 are free\n*Member Adult: $5 / Member Child/Grandchild (ages 3-12): $3\nMember Discount available ONLY in person at the Gate or at our Visitors Cottage – member discount applies throughout Holiday Lights!\n(*Member discount applies to up to 2 named Adult member(s) on membership card and dependent children or grandchildren) \n5:30pm  – 8:09 pm
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/winter-wonderland-holiday-lights-2/
LOCATION:Wellfield Botanic Gardens\, 1011 North Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46514\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211226T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20211226T200900
DTSTAMP:20260509T232601
CREATED:20211027T155939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T162848Z
UID:21257-1640539800-1640549340@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights
DESCRIPTION:Wellfield Botanic Gardens’ Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights\, presented by Welch Packaging\, will transport you to a magical setting with lights\, sound and beauty\, perfect for families to enjoy during the holiday season. Enjoy this special opportunity to see Wellfield after hours in a wintry paradise! Featuring professional light displays accentuating the natural beauty of Wellfield\, the ½-mile Promenade Pathway is aglow with color and texture\, framing our Garden spaces as you’ve never seen them before! Experience this great event with family and friends while enjoying the sounds of the season around the Promenade. \nDiscounted Ticket Pricing (discount available until Thanksgiving night!)\nPublic Adult: $9.60 (reg: $12.00)\nPublic Child (ages 3-12): $5.60 (reg: $7.00)\nUnder age 3 are free\n*Member Adult: $5 / Member Child/Grandchild (ages 3-12): $3\nMember Discount available ONLY in person at the Gate or at our Visitors Cottage – member discount applies throughout Holiday Lights!\n(*Member discount applies to up to 2 named Adult member(s) on membership card and dependent children or grandchildren) \n5:30pm  – 8:09 pm
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/21257/
LOCATION:Wellfield Botanic Gardens\, 1011 North Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46514\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member
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