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WSIU Almanac 12.13.24

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On this day in 1961 The Beatles sign a formal agreement to be managed by Brian Epstein

In Carbondale, you’re invited to a Live Interactive Christmas event as you tour the Little Town of Bethlehem and experience the retelling of the birth of the Jesus. This is a free community event for all ages on December 14th and 15th from 4 – 7 pm at Murdale Baptist Church. There are guided tours of the Marketplace of Bethlehem that last approximately 45 minutes. This is an opportunity for all to reflect on the real meaning of the season. www.murdalebaptist.org

 
The Food Works Winter Farmers Market, (formally the Carbondale Community Farmers Market) opens its winter season with new hours beginning tomorrow. The indoor market will be open from 9:00 a.m. to Noon every Saturday through the month of March at University Mall in Carbondale inside the theater entrance. Find a wide variety of items, all grown, baked, or made by local producers. Enjoy live music, special events & children’s activities throughout The Winter Market season. Learn more at www.carbondalemarket.com

 
The American Red Cross needs your blood donation to save lives. Donate on Monday at the Marion Masonic Lodge from 1:30 to 5:30 PM. Visit www.redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or to find a blood drive in your community.

 

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Leah Lerner is a media writer, producer, and announcer at WSIU Public Broadcasting located at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Contact WSIU Radio at 618-453-6101 or email wsiunews@wsiu.org.
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