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A-8 Local Wednesday, December 6, 2017 The Press-Dispatch RESPITE CARE AND SO MUCH MORE Having a parent in a safe, comfortable place with highly trained medical staff nearby and activities to keep them engaged can go a long way in reducing the amount of time you spend worrying. at's why we're here. Schedule a respite stay today. 801 East Illinois Street • Petersburg, IN 47567 812-354-3001 • ambermanorhc.com • YOU CAN ONLY RELAX IF YOU KNOW YOUR LOVED ONE IS SAFE. WE CAN HELP WITH THAT. The Winslow Church of the Nazarene hosted their annual Mouse House and Santa Claus for children this past Saturday following the parade. Eight-year-old Jolee and one-year-old Jensen were there with Santa, brought by Ashley and Daniel Hedinger. James Capozella photo Mouse House helpers and elves at the Winslow Church of the Nazarene included Beth Bennett, Dee Warner, Candace Downey, Kendra Connor, Debra Lamb, Meagan Fox and Jordan Fox. Kids could buy items for parents and friends, and then the elves wrapped the presents. James Capozella photo Meagan Fox and Jordan Fox roamed the Mouse House room assisting kids in selecting presents to be wrapped by elves, who included: Beth Bennett, Dee Warner, Candace Downey, Kendra Connor and Deb- ra Lamb. James Capozella photo MOUSE HOUSE Upcoming events at Dubois County Museum The Dubois County Mu- seum has decked out itself in the finest Christmas decorations for the holiday season. The museum elves have decorated about 20 trees throughout the mu- seum with bright lights, bold colors, and lovely or- naments and decorations. The Santa collection from Kay Smock is displayed in several display cases. Her collection of 1,000 pieces is a must see. This year a spe- cial group of military fam- ilies decorated patriotic trees in honor or memory of their loved ones serving in the military. Be sure to view these decorated trees in the Room III area. Special upcoming events are being offered for visitors. On Saturday, Dec. 9 and Sunday, Dec. 10 the mu- seum will host its annual Cookie Walk from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Also Saturday, Dec 9, from 1-3 p.m. there will be Girl Scouts Christmas activities and program. All Girl Scouts in area are welcome. Revised exhibit of Girl Scouts unveiled. On Sunday, December 10 at 1:30 p.m. the Dubois County Cloggers present a Christmas Show. On Sunday, Dec. 17 at 1:30 p.m. Sue Lorey's Stu- dent Piano students will present a piano recital on the museum's Kimball grand piano. On Sunday and Monday, December 24—25 the mu- seum will be closed for Christmas Holiday During the Week of De- cember 26 thru December 29 Museum is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Storytime for students will be Tues- day, Dec. 26, at 10 :30 a.m. Youngsters will hear sto- ries, make a New Year's Day craft and visit the mu- seum. Saturday, December 30 Museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday and Monday, December 31—January 1, The museum will be Closed. Sunday, January 7—Will be the Last Day of Festival of Trees. The museum is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sat- urday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 1- 4 p.m. and closed on Mon- day. The museum is lo- cated in Jasper at 2704 N. Newton Street (US 231). Call 812-634-7733. Allow two hours to view exhib- its. Visit the museum web site at www.duboiscounty- museum.org. Like them on Facebook at Dubois Coun- ty Museum. Something newsworthy? Give us a call—812-354-8500