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  Nov. 16 Salvation Army TurkeyFest »

  Registration deadline for the Salvation Army TurkeyFest being held on Thanksgiving Day. The effort provides free dinners to adults age 55 and older. To register, phone 402-898-6023.

  
  
  Nov. 17 Purpose Driven Advocacy Center, Inc. Event »

  Purpose Driven Advocacy Center, Inc. hosts Winter Clothes Giveaway from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at 6401. N. 56th St. Items to be given away include clothes, outerwear, shoes and small household items. Volunteers are needed. For more info, phone 402-399-9628.

  
  
  Nov. 17 November Food Pantry Day »

  November Food Pantry Day from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Benson Baptist Church, 6319 Maple St. Must bring ID and social security cards for each member of the household.

  
  
  Nov. 17-19 Love's Jazz & Arts Center Event »

  Love’s Jazz & Arts Center, 2510 N. 24th St., presents the Urban Artists Collection featuring the art of Omahan Jeremiah Neal.

  
  
  Nov. 19 Florence AARP Meeting »

  The Florence AARP chapter meets at Mountview Presbyterian Church, 5308 Hartman Ave. The program begins with a noon lunch followed by a speaker from The Big Garden. To RSVP, phone Gerry Goldsborough at 402-571-0971. For a ride to the meeting, phone Ruth Kruse at 402-453-4825.

  
  
  Nov. 25 Inclusive Community Event »

  After your Thanksgiving feast has settled, join Inclusive Communities for some laughs with Omaha Native Amber Ruffin! Amber will appear at The Slowdown, 729 N. 14th St., at 1 p.m. Doors open at noon. Ticket price includes one drink and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Purchase tickets at www.inclusive-communities.org

  
  
  Nov. 28 Donate Blood »

  Be a winter hero! Donate blood at Goodwill (72nd & Ames Ave) from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Register at www.info@goodwillomaha.org.

  
  
  Dec.1 & 2 UNIONMADE »

  The Union for Contemporary Art, 2423 N. 24th St., hosts UNIONMADE: An Artist Market from noon–4 p.m. Stop in and browse a wide variety of handmade art for sale from Union teaching artists, Co-Op members, Fellows, and staff. 20% of all sales will be re-invested in the Co-Op Studios, with the remainder going directly to the artists.

  
  
  Dec. 2 Holland Performance »

  The Christmas tradition continues at the Holland when the Salem Baptist Church choir offers new music and holiday classics during “Joyful Noise: A Gospel Christmas.” Performances are at 4 and 7 p.m. Tickets are available at the Holland box office.

  
  
  Dec. 6 The Union for Contemporary Art Event »

  The Union for Contemporary Art, 2423 N. 24th St., hosts a one-time only performance: Dominique Morgan – 788401 Minutes: Music From The Inside, from 6–8 p.m. Join Fellow Dominique Morgan in the Wanda D. Ewing Gallery for what is sure to be an unforgettable musical performance. Morgan will share songs of strength and redemption composed during the 788401 minutes he spent on the inside of Tecumseh State Correctional Institution. RSVP on the Union’s Facebook page.

  
  
  Dec. 7-15 The Union for Contemporary Art Event »

  Union Fellow Ashley Laverty + Kerfuffle present 6 performances of Nested – Theatre for the Very Young at The Union for Contemporary Art, 2423 N. 24th St. As part of Ashley’s theatre company, Kerfuffle, Nested is created intentionally for children under 6 years old and their caregivers. Taking place in and around a 10 foot diameter, 4 foot tall nest, this theatrical “happening” will explore family, home, and separation with creative movement, live music, and community interaction. All performances are pay what you can, with proceeds going to Nebraska non-profit organizations. Seating is limited. For performance times and to reserve seats, visit eventbrite/e/nested.

  
  
  Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday Free Toastmasters Club Lunch and Learn at Noon »

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  Have a Blessed and Happy Thanksgiving

   

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