valentine flowers - Start the new year by taking art lessons in Hobart

Hobart Arts League is offering art lessons in oil and mixed media at its hall, 3850 Howard St., Hobart. Classes are available Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
The hall is also available for social functions. Call Kay Lyons at (219) 945-5248 for times and cost.
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Hobart American Legion Auxiliary members are planning to send Valentine's Day packages to U.S. armed forces serving overseas. They will box and prepare packages for shipping Jan. 28 and could use new DVDs and videos, new magazines, paperback books, socks, all types of snacks, gum and lip balm.
Send the names and addresses of your loved one serving in the armed forces to the Hobart American Legion Auxiliary Americanism Chairman or President at 208 S. Linda St., Hobart IN 46342, or call (219) 947-2054 or (219) 942-4062 for more information.
Toys for tots bring joy
Howlin Mad Marine Corps League, under the leadership of coordinator Bruce Wilkinson,  Rich Hamady and Pat Buda, completed the final distribution of Toys for Tots to more than 600 children this week in Hobart and Lowell.
Even in these difficult times, friends and neighbors, businesses, organizations and clubs were very generous with donations and toys for children, some of whom received no other gifts at Christmas.
The joy that a new toy can bring to a less fortunate child at Christmas time is immeasurable. There were 18 bikes donated which were won by children in a drawing of names submitted. Each toy brings joy to a child and reminds parents that someone cares and brings hope for the future.
Honoring the fallen
Howlin Mad Marine Corps League and other military groups will gather at 5 p.m. Friday at the Doughboy Monument, 7th and Main St., Hobart, to read the names of all U.S. military personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice this month. A bell is rung as each fallen hero's name is read.
Church anniversary
Augustana Lutheran Church is celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2012. They are the oldest congregation in Hobart, and built the first church.
Jan. 29 will be celebrated as Founding Sunday with  the history of the church commemorated after the 11 a.m. service and a visit from the Swedish counsel. And ethnic potluck meal made by members, displays and honors for families that have been members for five generations or more will be included.
The church is looking for photos and stories for the archives and a historical book. Send photos to the church at 207 N. Kelly St., Hobart, IN 46342.
Happy new year
I hope all readers had a valentine flowers with family and loved ones. May you all have a safe and happy celebration on New Year‘s Eve.