FYI 10-13

Homecoming and song fest at Sargent's Chapel Lutheran Church

Sargent's Chapel Lutheran Church in Sedgewickville, Mo., will celebrate its annual homecoming at 10:45 a.m. today at the chapel followed by a potluck meal after worship. The church will host a country church song fest at 2 p.m. For more information, contact the church at 573-204-8698

German-language service at Trinity Lutheran

A special German language worship service will be at 3 p.m. today at Trinity Lutheran Church in Altenburg, Mo. The Rev. Linsey Dettmer, formerly of Dreienigkeit Gemeinde of Berlin, Germany, and pastor emeritus of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Sevierville, Tenn., will preach. After the service will be a supper of chicken and dumplings and ham. For more information, contact Earl Weber at 573-352-0185.

Luncheon at Magnolia Manor

A luncheon at Magnolia Manor in Cairo, Ill., has been scheduled for Tuesday at the historic home located at 2700 Washington Ave. To make reservations, contact Magnolia Manor at 618-734-0201.

Supper at New Salem United Methodist Church

The annual kettle beef and chicken and dressing supper will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday at New Salem United Methodist Church in Daisy, Mo. The cost is $9 for adults ages 13 and up and $4 for children ages 6 to 12; and children age 5 and younger eat free. For more information, email Vanita Hahs at vhahsmissouri@att.net.

Senior day trip

The City of Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation Department will host a senior day trip on Oct. 22. The trip includes a visit to Lambert's Cafe in Sikeston, Mo., for lunch and then a stop at Diebold Orchards in Benton, Mo., where seniors will receive a 10 percent discount on all purchases. A final stop will be at the Antique Centre Mall in Benton, where seniors will receive a 10 percent discount on purchases of $25 and up. Participants should meet by 10:15 a.m. at the Osage Centre parking lot. The bus leaves at 10:30 a.m. The cost is $20 per person, and lunch and shopping are not included. Seating is limited so preregistration by Wednesday is required. Call Stacey Welter or Laura Boos at 573-339-6340 for more information.

Beautiful Blessings Beauty Pageant

The second annual Beautiful Blessings Beauty Pageant will be at 10 a.m. Oct. 26 at Jackson Middle School in Jackson. This is a beauty pageant for developmentally disabled individuals, both male and female, from birth to teens. The age-range categories are birth to 11 months, 1 to 3 years, 4 to 5 years, kindergarten, third grade, fourth to sixth grade, seventh to eighth grade and high school. Registration fee is $15, and attire should be a Halloween costume or Sunday best. For more information, contact Danielle Young at 573-225-8364 or email beautiful_blessings2012@yahoo.com.

Lutheran Women's Missionary League rally

The fall rally of the Altenburg zone of the Lutheran Women's Missionary League will be at 1 p.m. Oct. 20 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Perryville, Mo. Registration will begin at 12:30 p.m. and pre-rally singing will begin at 12:45 p.m. The theme for the rally is "You are My Witnesses," and the speaker for the rally is Dionne Lovstad-Jones, manager of Development Outreach for the Lutheran Malaria Initiative. The gathering will collect a monetary gift for LMI, and a light luncheon will follow the rally for a minimal cost. For more information, email kimdhaert@yahoo.com.

Nitsch family reunion

Descendants of Wentzel and Sophia Nitsch will hold their annual family reunion at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 20 at Jackson City Park in Safety City Pavilion No. 4. There will be a basket dinner beginning at 11:30 a.m. For more information, contact Elda Siebert at 573-243-5797.

'Trick or Treat' for canned foods

Members of the Jackson High School Future Business Leaders of America chapter will hold their "Trick or Treat" canned food drive from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 29 to 31. The food will be donated to the Jackson Ministerial Alliance food pantry. FBLA members will go door to door for cans of food, which will go to help families in crisis.

Turning Point breast cancer program

The Turning Point breast cancer program will be from 6:30 to 8 p.m. every Tuesday through Nov. 5 at HealthPoint Cape Girardeau. The free program is for anyone diagnosed with breast cancer within the last year. Weekly programs cover a variety of topics. Class size is limited. To register, contact the Southeast Cancer Center at 573-519-4847.

Run For God mini-summit at LaCroix Church

LaCroix United Methodist Church will hold a mini-summit from 9 to 11 a.m. Nov. 16 to announce changes in its 2014 Run For God season. The purpose will be to introduce Season Three Run For God, "Running To The Light in 2014." Information will also be shared about a partnership with Southeast Sports Care; partnership causes for 2014; details of additional 10K and half-marathon RFG Training Challenge; hearing from Mitchell Hollis, the founder of Run For God; and culminating the day with a celebratory 5K run for past Run For God graduates. For more information, contact LaCroix United Methodist Church at 573-339-0302.

Heart and Health screenings

Heart and Health screening will be from 7 to 10 a.m. Wednesday and Oct. 23 and 30 at Saint Francis Medical Center. The heart screening will cost $29; women's osteoporosis screening will be $25, glucose screening will be $6; and blood pressure screening is free. For more information, contact Saint Francis Medical Center at 573-331-5399.

Walk a hound, lose a pound

The Humane Society of Southeast Missouri will present adoptable dogs that will be available for exercise on the Cape LaCroix Recreation Trail at the Osage Centre from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday and Oct. 26. Participants will receive a free blood pressure check, pedometer and height and weight check. Leashes, dog treats and mutt mitts will be provided. To preregister, contact the Cape Girardeau Public Health Center at 573-335-7846. On-site registration will be behind the Osage Centre by the walking trail.

Computer Class: Intro To Computing

A class teaching the basics of using a computer will be from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday at Cape Girardeau Public Library. To register, contact Adult Services at 573-334-5279 or visit capelibrary.org.

Pink Moon Run and Walk

The Pink Moon Run and Walk, an event to raise funds for breast cancer research, will start at 4:30 p.m. Oct. 26 at the Cape Girardeau County Courthouse in Jackson. For more information, visit asistershope.org.

Grief Support Group

The Grief Support Group will meet from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at HealthPoint Cape Girardeau. The group offers a safe place for adults to come together to share their grief following the death of a loved one. The topic for the October meeting is "Self-Care for the Bereaved." For more information, contact Crystal Montgomery at 573-335-6208 or Social Services at 573-651-5549.

Living A Healthy Life workshop

The Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions Workshop will meet from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday in Health and Wellness Conference Room 3 at Saint Francis Medical Center. The workshop is a self-management education program for people with chronic health problems. The workshop is free but registration is required by calling Saint Francis at 573-331-5880.

Bariatric support group

The Bariatric support group will meet from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at HealthPoint Cape Girardeau. Those who have undergone or are considering bariatric weight-loss surgery are invited to join this free support group. Topics include medical management, meal planning and nutrition, behavior change and motivation, exercise and fitness. For more information, contact Raina Childers at 573-986-4440.

Healthy cooking

The healthy cooking series at HealthPoint Cape Girardeau will present "Out Of Our Gourd Cooking" from 6 to 7:15 p.m. Oct. 21. Recipes with vegetables from the squash family will be discussed to maximize the health benefits. The cost is $3 for HealthPoint members and $5 for nonmembers. For more information, contact Raina Childers at 573-986-4440.

Vintage NOW Fashion Show

The Vintage NOW fashion show will be at 7 p.m. Oct. 22 at The Venue in Cape Girardeau. Jacque Waller's sister, Cheryl Brennecke, is the keynote speaker and will present, "Jacque Waller: A Life Cut Short, A Sister's Story." The theme for this year's event is "The Great Gatsby." Tickets start at $25 and are available at vintagenowfashionshow.com or by calling 573-332-8882. Sponsorship and volunteer opportunities are available.

Cancer Support Group

The Southeast Journeys Cancer Support Group will meet from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Oct. 22 in the Unity Room at Southeast Cancer Center. The topic, "Nutrition During Cancer Treatment," will be presented by Tricia Friess, a clinical dietitian. For more information, contact Southeast Cancer Center at 573-519-4754.

Childbirth Preparation Class

The Childbirth Preparation Class will meet from 8 a.m. to noon Oct. 26 in Meeting Room 106 at Southeast Hospital. The class addresses the emotional and physical changes of pregnancy, the normal labor process, common instances requiring intervention, vaginal and Caesarean delivery, and more. The class will be taught by one of the OB nurses on staff at Southeast. To register, visit sehealth.org or contact Southeast Hospital at 573-331-6190. This class is also available online at sehealth.org/childbirthclass.

Breast-feeding and Infantcare Class

The Breast-feeding and Infant Care Class will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 26 in Meeting Room 106 at Southeast Hospital. The class covers aspects of infant care and safety that will be especially valuable to all first-time parents or as a review for those who have already had a baby. Registration is available online at sehealth.org or by contacting Southeast Hospital at 573-331-6190.

Essential tremor seminar

SoutheastHEALTH will host a free seminar, "Learning about Essential Tremor," from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 26 in Southeast Hospital's Harrison Room. Movement-disorders neurologist Dr. Robert Gardner Jr. of Neurological Associates of Cape Girardeau and physician assistant Patrick Hammond of Regional Brain and Spine will speak at the seminar. The seminar will focus on the diagnosis process, treatment options and current research concerning essential tremor. The seminar is open to the public. Check-in will begin at 8:45 a.m. To register, contact the International Essential Tremor Foundation at 888-387-3667 or visit essentialtremor.org/seminars.

Southeast Showcase at the Show Me Center

The Southeast Showcase, hosted by SoutheastHEALTH Foundation, will be presented from 6 to 10 p.m. Oct. 30 at the Show Me Center. The event marks the 25th Southeast Showcase taste and sound extravaganza. Dozens of local vendors will be offering food and beverages, and local band favorite Shades of Soul will provide the entertainment for the area's best Halloween party of the year. For more information, contact SoutheastHEALTH Foundation at 573-986-6622.

Bowling For Freedom at West Park Lanes

Bowling For Freedom, a fundraiser to help children who have been the victims of child slavery and trafficking, will be held at 7 p.m. Nov. 7 at West Park Lanes in Cape Girardeau. The event will cost $10 per person which includes shoes, two games of bowling and a ticket for a raffle to be held later. Five to six people will be allowed per team. Concession will also be available, and there will be a prize for the winning team. The event is sponsored by the Free The Slaves chapter of Southeast Missouri State University, and money raised will be sent to aid slavery prevention efforts in Ghana, West Africa. For more information, contact Ally Melvin at 618-923-1070 or email aamelvinls@semo.edu.

Fall Festival and Dinner

The Fall Festival and Dinner at St. Joseph Parish of Apple Creek in Perryville, Mo., will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 3. The buffet-style menu will consist of pork sausage, backbone and sauerkraut, chicken and dumplings and homemade pie. The cost is $9 for adults and $4 for ages 6 to 12. For more information, contact the church at 573-788-2330.

Carbondale Farmers Market new location

The Carbondale Community Farmers Market will be in operation at the Carbondale Community High School Giant City Road parking lot from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays. This permanent move will be the home of the Farmers Market outdoor market until Nov. 2. On Nov. 9 the market will begin its winter season and move inside the west wing of the Carbondale Community High School. The hours of operation during the winter season will be from 9 a.m. to noon. The market will feature certified organic, sustainable and conventionally grown produce, hand crafted products and baked items. Volunteer opportunities are also available. For more information, contact Angie Kuehl, market manager, at 618-340-2160 or email cdalecommunityfarmersmarket@gmail.com.

Holiday Mail for Heroes

The American Red Cross has begun its annual Holiday Mail for Heroes program and is inviting everyone to send holiday cards to those who serve our country, veterans and their families by Dec. 6. To ensure that cards are delivered in time for the holidays, they must be postmarked no later than Dec. 6. Individuals are asked to refrain from sending letters, monetary donations or any other kinds of inserts with the cards. Please also refrain from using glitter. Cards should be mailed to Holiday Mail for Heroes, P.O. Box 5456, Capitol Heights, Md., 20791-5456. More information and card requirements can be found at redcross.org/holidaymail.