Shop 'til you drop at the Art Faculty's Holiday Art Sale. Come browse the ceramics, drawings, jewelry, photos, weaving and have a cookie. When: Fri., Dec. 4, 5 – 7 p.m. and Sat., Dec. 5, 1 – 5 p.m. Where: The painting studio on the fourth floor of Carpenter Hall.

All students, faculty and staff are invited to the end of the season celebration of the Wilderness Program. Posters on current trends in outdoor, environmental and experiential education are on display and punch and cookies are provided. Also, the annual “Napkin Awards” are presented. When: Fri., Dec. 4, 4 – 6 p.m. Where: Richmond Room, Bolling Center. Contact: widerness@earlham.edu .

Glen Miller Park hosts Celebration of Lights and all are invited. When: Sat., Dec. 5, 6 – 9 p.m. Among the attractions offered is a candy cane hut for kids 12 and under from 6:45 – 7:30 p.m. There are light displays, carriage rides, entertainment and, of course, Santa Claus.

This week’s concert features Ellen Denham's voice students. Selections include Irving Berlin, Lucy Simon, Marsha Norman, Robert Hyman and Cyndi Lauper, Jean Shackleton, Stephen Sondheim, Leonard Bernstein, Henry Purcell, Al Cofrin, Franz Schubert, Antonín Dvorák, and W.A. Mozart. When: Fri., Nov. 20, Noon. Where: Orchard Room. Please come and support the students.

The Coffeehouse welcomes Nate Sebens to play a set of folk songs, assisted by Brian Jackson and a second set of musical theater and art songs accompanied by Lisa Ginn. Don’t miss this evening of wonderful music. When: Fri., Nov. 20, 7 p.m. Where: Common Grounds Coffeehouse, West Richmond Friends, 609 West Main Street. Admission is free, donations are welcome. Contact: josh@westrichmondfriends.org .

You are invited to a presentation on the benefits of local food. Food is served and the documentary, Food, Inc. is shown. When: Thurs., Dec. 3, 7:30 p.m. Where: Third Floor, Mills lounge. Contact: duffeas@earlham.edu .

Gospel Revelations brings to the stage gospel music in celebration of the holiday season. When: Sun., Dec. 6, 7 p.m. Where: Goddard Auditorium. Free Admission, no tickets required.

The Orchestra is joined by pianist Findlay Cockrell, a long-time professor at SUNY, Albany, and husband of Marcia Wilcox Cockrell ’56. Among other pieces, Cockrell and the orchestra perform the ever-popular Rhapsody in Blue by George Gershwin. When: Sat., Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m. Where: Goddard Auditorium. Free admission, no tickets required.

The Earlham Jazz and Percussion programs combine forces for a concert of big band jazz, world percussion, Latin jazz and the always unpredictable delights of the Rhythm Project. The concert also features a guest appearance by the Concert Choir. When: Fri., Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m. Where: Goddard Auditorium. Free admission, no tickets required.

David Arbury and Lisa Pegram ’97 discuss how music, lyrics and friendship can coalesce during the collaborative process in a presentation titled “Diverging Roads and Crossing Paths: The Collaborative Process in Poetry and Music.” When: Wed., Dec. 2, 1 p.m. Where: Goddard Auditorium.

Miller Farm invites all to gather in their toasty-warm farmhouse for the November 100-mile radius potluck. As always bring a local dish as you can and bring your own dishes, if possible. When: Wed., Nov. 18, 6:30 p.m. Where: Miller Farm, 1405 Abington Pike.

The Richmond Community Orchestra is having its second annual Holiday Concert. Come and listen to sounds of strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion played by local musicians who have a zest for music and enjoy practicing and performing together. Admission is free and all are welcome. When: Sun., Dec. 13 at 7 PM. Where: Goddard Auditorium in Carpenter Hall.

Discussions to review Principle and Practices is scheduled during faculty buffet and faculty meeting. When: Wed., Nov. 18, Noon – 2:20 p.m. Contact: Arrangements to secure a provided sack lunch and discussion location assignment can be made by contacting Lyn Thomas, thomaly@earlham.edu or x1211. Review general discussion questions at the Moodle site at https://moodle.earlham.edu/course/view/php?id=793&topic=1 .

Gene Webb and Margie Stoller share light jazz guitar and play every folk and pop song from the 60’s you’ve ever heard. When: Fri., Nov. 13, 7 – 10 p.m. Where: West Richmond Friends, 609 West Main Street. Admission is free. Contact: josh@westrichmondfriends.org .

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church offers these activities to commemorate World Aids Day: Come walk the Labyrinth anytime between 10 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Also, join in a Meditative Service at 7 p.m. When: Tues., Dec. 1. Where: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 800 North A Street, Richmond. A free-will offering goes to AIDS ministries both locally and internationally. Contact: Call 765-962-6988 for more information.

Gerald Mast is professor of communication at Bluffton University and he writes and speaks widely in the area of peace studies. His newest book, with J. Denny Weaver, is titled "Defenseless Christianity: Anabaptism for a Nonviolent Church." Join us for the final Peace Forum of the semester. When: Thurs., Nov. 19, Noon. Where: Earlham School of Religion Dining Room.

Clear Creek Food Co-Op is at its new location for an open house and volunteer day. The co-op is not ready for business yet, but we would like to share this step. While you visit, you can help with tasks ranging from building shelves to discussion our new membership structure. Refreshments are served. When: Sat., Nov. 14, 10 a.m. Where: 710 East Main Street, across the street from Veach’s Toy Store. See you there.

All are welcome to attend this workshop on ecofeminism and developing a community garden at Earlham. This is an open gender event and childcare and homemade vegan cookies are provided. When: Tues., Nov. 17, 7 – 9 p.m. Where: Womyn’s Center, Carpenter Hall.

Junior politics major, Tovio Asheeke, speaks about his summer internship in Palestine. His presentation includes information on the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and what it was like to witness the conflict first hand. Co-sponsored by Students for Peace and Justice in Palestine and the Bonner Center for Service and Vocation When: Wed., Nov. 18, 7:15 p.m. Where: Room 211, Bolling Center.

Did you know more than 18,000 Hoosiers are homeless each night? Join the fight against hunger and homelessness by joining Earlham students in a march to the City Building to participate in the HRC’s Hunger, Homelessness and Fair Housing Rally. Bring a non-perishable food item to donate. When: Wed., Nov. 18, Noon – 2 p.m. Where: Meet on The Heart. Contact: rchurch@richmondindiana.gov .

Join us for this forum, War Crimes in Gaza? The Goldstone Report and its Implications. Speakers include: Jennifer Bing-Canar and Miryam Rashid, AFSC Chicago; Lynn Pollack, Jewish Voice for Peace; Rabbi Lew Weiss, Jewish Fast for Gaza; and Earlham faculty members. When: Mon., Nov. 16, 4 – 5:30 p.m. Where: Room 315, Bolling Center. Contact: Mehrene Larudee, larudme@earlham.edu .

Join us for this concert featuring poetry reading, break dancing and hip-hop artists performing live. Poets include; Ismail Khalidi, King Keith and Mayda Del Valle. Break dancers are: Youth from the South West Youth Collaborative in Chicago. Hip-hop artists: Dead Prez, Momammed Al Farra-PR, Rebel Diaz, Shadia Mansour, G.O.D. Also, D.J. Solly is in the house scratchin it up. When: Fri., Nov. 13, 10 p.m. Where: Comstock.

Come see the film "The Comedian Harmonists." When: Tues., Nov. 10, 7:30 p.m. Where: German (Hobbs) House.

All are invited to a performance of Francis Poulenc’s Gloria. Several members of the Earlham faculty as well as several members of the extended Earlham community participate and the chorus is under the direction of Marjorie Johnstone ’63. Also on the program is a performance of organ music by Raina Rathke. When: Sun., Nov. 15, 7:30 p.m. Where: Reid Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1004 North A Street, Richmond.

This week come enjoy Bill Culverhouse, baritone and Lynnell Lewis, Soprano, accompanied by Forrest Tobey on piano. There include works by Barber, Faure, Mozart and Tobey. When: Fri., Nov. 13, Noon. Where: Orchard Room.

You are invited to this Earlham and IU East Reading Series. Students from Indiana University East and Earlham College come together to read fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and whatever else they've been writing. Earlham readers include students Evan Fackler, Jeffrey Holliday and Jocelyn MacDonald and professor Scott Hess, and IU East readers include students Zack Bishop, Jason Padgett and Jacque Steele and professor Frances Peacock. Join us to celebrate the creative writing going on throughout Richmond, Indiana. When: Wed., November 18, 7 p.m. Where: Ronald Gallery, Lilly Library. Contact: David Ebenbach, ebenbda@earlham.edu .

All are invited as Lori Watson, assistant professor of chemistry, speaks on "The Magic Flute" at the twelveth in a semester-long worship series on Faith and Reason. When: Sun., Nov. 15, 1 p.m. Where: Stout Meetinghouse. Contact: Campus Ministries burkke@earlham.edu or call x1386.

On November 28, 1998, a transwoman named Rita Hester was brutally murdered. This led to the creation of the Transgender Day of Remembrance, an event intended to honor and remember those fallen transgender people who are so easily forgotten, as well as to curb ignorance towards those who are still with us. Join Spectrum for a presentation on this topic followed by a candlelight vigil. When: Tues., Nov. 17, 9 - 10:30 p.m. Where: Stout Meetinghouse.

Everything you’ve always wanted to know about tutoring strategies and techniques for working with younger children. Two seasoned teachers present some basics and then respond to questions. Current tutors are encouraged to bring challenging situations for discussion and advice. People without tutoring experience who are considering tutoring or teaching are also welcome. When: Tues., Nov. 17, 7:30 – 9 p.m. Where: Room 316, Bolling Center. Contact: Bonner Center for Service and Vocation, schroja@earlham.edu .

Bring a team of friends and compete in a campus-wide scavenger hunt for fabulous prizes. Enjoy a cozy bonfire and delicious snacks too. When: Fri., Nov. 13, 10 p.m. Where: Stout Meetinghouse

Tim Rogers of the Economic Development Corporation of Wayne County presents "The Community's Role in Economic Development." When: Thurs., Nov. 19. Breakfast buffet at 7:30. Cost is $5. Presentation begins at 8 a.m. and is free. Where: Richmond Room, Bolling Center. Contact: leama@earlham.edu or call x1393 for breakfast reservation.

Come to Knollenberg's Open House and enjoy local artists, wine and hors d’eorves. When: Sat., Nov. 7, 2 – 4:30 p.m. Where: Knollenberg’s, 807 E. Main Street.

Join us for contra dancing, a traditional folk dance. All dances are taught and you don’t need to come with a partner. Jim Sizelove calls the dance and music provided by Sue Axtell and the 10th Street Regulars. Admission is $5. When: Fri., Nov. 6, 7 – 10 p.m. Where: West Richmond Friends, the corner of Southwest Seventh and West Main Streets. Contact: josh@westrighmondfriends.org .

Join us for Open Mic Night at Reece House. Bring your instruments, your words and your yo-yo and get ready for an evening of friends, talent and spontaneous bursts into song. When: Fri., Nov. 6, 9 p.m. – Midnight. Where: Reece House.

This week’s concert features two piano solos by Tom Morrill and James Helton, a flute solo by Patrick Chanton, a flute solo by Eva Martone with Forrest Tobey accompanying on the piano, an oboe solo by Madeline Helser, and the string quartet playing Dvorak. The string quartet is composed of Charlotte-Anne Malischewski on violin, Anna McCormally on violin, David Goldenberg on viola and Kevin Schmidt on cello. When: Fri., Nov. 6, Noon. Where: Orchard Room, Runyan Center. Please come and support your fellow students.

Earlham chamber groups including Women’s Chorus, String Quartet, Brass Ensemble, Flute Choir and Jazz Combo have a chance to show their stuff. When: Sun., Nov. 15, 4 p.m. Where: Goddard Auditorium.

The Concert Choir and Madrigal Singers present selections from their upcoming tour, which includes works by Earlham faculty composers. When: Fri., Nov. 13, 7:30 p.m. Where: Goddard Auditorium. Free admission, not tickets required.

Carol J. Adams, author of more than 20 books speaks at convocation on The Sexual Politics of Meat: A Feminist-Vegetarian Critical Theory. Her presentation provides an eco-feminist analysis of the interconnected oppressions of sexism, racism and speciesism. When: Wed., Nov. 11, 1 p.m. Where: Goddard Auditorium. Free admission, no tickets required.

All are invited as Gloria Boesenberg, senior psychology major, speaks on "An Unpaved Path of Tentative truth" at the eleventh in a semester-long worship series on Faith and Reason. When: Sun., Nov. 8, 1 p.m. Where: Stout Meetinghouse. Contact: Campus Ministries burkke@earlham.edu .

Come join the residents at Marshall House for an opportunity to socialize and learn a bit about Quakerism. Food is provided and everyone is welcome. When: Thurs., Nov. 5, 7 – 9 p.m. Where: Marshall House.

Come watch the award winning documentary, Promises. The film chronicles the lives of seven Palestinian and Israeli children and their political views, thoughts about ongoing violence between Israel and Palestine and hope for peace. When: Mon., Nov. 9, 9 p.m. Where: Middle East or Mott House.

Join us to hear representatives from INDOT and Milestone, the highway project's contractor, explain the work being done and discuss construction schedules. A large set of engineering plans is on display and there is time for one-on-one questions and answers about specific locations on the plan. Residents and business owners are also invited to see engineering plans and ask questions about the highway's reconstruction. When: Thurs., Nov. 5, 7 p.m. Where: Goddard Auditorium, Carpenter Hall. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. All members of the Earlham community are encouraged to attend this very important meeting.

Join us for Farm Day. When: Sat., Oct. 31, 10 a.m. Where: Meet behind Barrett or join us at Miller Farm any time.

Dr. Esther Hertzog, a preeminent feminist scholar, peace activist and community builder, facilitates a conversation on her work: Bringing Jewish and Arab Women Together: an Israeli Experience. When: Thurs., Nov. 5, 7 p.m. Where: Garden Room, Virginia Cottage. Contact: milleaa@earlham.edu .

COFFEEHOUSE WELCOMES PHIL BAISLEY: Common Grounds Coffeehouse welcomes back Grandpa Joe, Phil Baisley, ESR teacher and Quaker pastor for live entertainment, good food and great company. When: Fri., Oct. 30, 7 – 10 p.m. Where: West Richmond Friends Meeting, 609 W. Main Street. Admission free, donations welcome.

Join us for the Theatre in Community workshop. When: Thurs., Oct. 29, 8 p.m. Where: 007 Runyan Center.

Come enjoy a popcorn and a Halloween move titled "M - Eine Stadt sucht einen Mörder." No German required; film has English subtitles. When: Wed., Oct. 28, 7:30 p.m. Where: German Hobbs House.

Bonners and the Barn co-op are hosting the haunted trail this year. Minimum donation of $3 and all proceeds go to the United Way. When: Fri., Oct. 30, 7:30 – 11 p.m. Where: The trail starts at the horse barn with snacks and games. Come for a thrillingly good time.

Bike Ride with EEAC to local farmer’s market. When: Tues., Oct. 27, 4:30 p.m. Where: On The Heart.

This week’s concert features Elaine Bergman, flute; Forrest Tobey, piano; Tony Neumayr, bass; and Keith Cozart, percussion. They are playing Claude Bolling's Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano. Come and support our music faculty. When: Fri., Oct. 30, Noon. Where: Orchard Room.