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WSIU Almanac 11.6.25

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ON THIS DAY in 1947 Debut of NBC's "Meet the Press.”

Terrier P.U.P.S. Pop-Up Preschool 🌟
Looking for a fun and engaging way to help your little one get a jump start on kindergarten? Join the Terrier P.U.P.S. Pop-Up Preschool, happening at the Lakeland Center! This FREE program for children ages 3–5 features hands-on, play-based activities that spark curiosity and learning in a real classroom setting.
🧩 For children in the Carbondale area (including Desoto, Giant City, and Unity Point districts)
🍎 Child must not be currently enrolled in preschool
🥨 Snack provided
📅 Wednesdays, Nov. 12 – Dec. 17 | 9:00AM–11:00AM
This program is in partnership with the Carbondale Community Cabinet for Children and Youth, made possible by a grant from Birth to Five Illinois.
✨ Scan the QR code on the flyer or email cdalechildrenscabinet@gmail.com for details!

Fall 2025 PUBLIC ASTRONOMY OBSERVATIONS HOSTED BY SIU PHYSICS OBSERVATION TIMES-Sunday, Nov 16, 9pm - 10:30pm
Regular observations are held on the Astronomy Observation Deck located just above the School of Physics office on the A-wing roof of the Neckers building. Follow signs from Neckers 456 up the southwest stairs.
For details, go to: eclipse.siu.edu/public-astronomy-observations or contact SIU Physics at 618-453-2643. All observations are weather permitting and space limited.
John A. Logan College AutumnFest Arts & Crafts Show, an annual event for handcrafted arts, crafts, and specialty foods. Annual attendance is approximately 8,000. John A. Logan College, Carterville, IL
Saturday, November 8th, 2025 9AM – 4PM Sunday, November 9th, 2025 10AM – 4PM

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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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WSIU Almanac | The Almanac is a weekday feature that provides an overview of events, happenings, and history of the world around us. Each episode provides a little "slice of life" about the day. Send information to us at wsiunews@wsiu.org or wsiuradio@wsiu.org.