The Cope Environmental Center is pleased to once again participate in the Wayne County Alternative Gift Fair held on December 6th from 1-4pm at the New Reid Hospital in Richmond!

At the Fair, “shoppers” can purchase donations to area agencies in honor of loved ones in lieu of buying physical presents. The shopper will walk away with certificates wrapped elegantly in reusable boxes with beautiful ribbon. More importantly, they will walk away with a sense of satisfaction that they completed their holiday list while helping the community. This year, we are fortunate to have the support of the Wayne County Foundation, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, and Summersault, LLC. All three organizations will match a portion of the funds raised that day based on attendance, so don’t forget to stop by Reid Hospital on December 6th for this great community-based event! Enjoy a sustainable shopping experience while you relax to music, free chair massages, refreshments, and free childcare!

Cooking shows have become the rage in television. From Gordon Ramsey's demanding Hell's Kitchen to the Iron Chef, you can see the immense skill involved in crafting world-class cuisine. With Cooking on Main, you can sample firsthand what's involved in preparing some of these amazing dishes right here in Richmond.

Cooking on Main will be offered the second Wednesday of each month , from 6:30—8:30 p.m., at the Uptown Innovation Center, 814 East Main Street. Each class will feature a different guest chef from the region demonstrating preparation of the night’s menu, a sampling of all of the items prepared, copies of the recipes used during the class and an opportunity to ask the chef about their recipe for success.

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Lights, lights & more lights! Main Street Richmond-Wayne County is excited to announce that the 17th Annual Uptown Holiday Parade will be an evening parade. The parade is free to spectators and participants. Santa Claus, the Richmond High School Red Devil Marching Band, floats, walking entries and classic cars are among the many entries that will be in this year’s parade. Make plans to join in the fun as we light up Main Street! For more information call 765.962.8151 or visit www.uptownrichmond.com.

Support local not-for-profits and shop for holiday "gifts" at the same time. 15 local organizaions represented. Free childcare and refreshments provided. Where: First English Lutheran Church in Richmond, 2727 National Rd. East. For more information, call (765) 993-0381 or e-mail whocooks4u@verizon.net.