LAWRENCE - The Lawrence branch of the Merrimack Valley YMCA needs assistance in making Christmas memorable for families who do not have the means to provide their children with Christmas gifts.
Each year, through the generosity of YMCA members, staff and the community at large, the YMCA helps make sure that the holiday season is a special time of year for toddlers to 18-year-olds. Last year, the YMCA helped over 320 children. To sponsor a child or a family, call Michelle Becotte at 978-686-6191. Financial contributions for the YMCA to purchase gifts and gift wrap also are appreciated. The Lawrence YMCA is at 40 Lawrence St.
Free women's health series
METHUEN — Holy Family Hospital begins a new Women's Health and Wellness Lecture Series this month.
Each lecture offers an evening of relaxed and candid discussion, where women can connect with expert physicians on women's health topics. Lectures are free, but registration is required by calling the hospital's DoctorFinder service at 800-488-5959, ext. 375.
Lectures are from 6 to 7 p.m. in the auditorium on:
Oct. 27: Freedom from Monthly Menstruation and Endometrial Ablation: An Alternative to Hysterectomy. Dr. Michel Lirette explores the option with women who have completed their family and are looking for relief from heavy menstrual periods, including the associated cramps and PMS symptoms.
Nov. 12: Preparing for Pregnancy: Beginning this New Chapter of Your Life. Dr. Lucy Bayer-Zwirello explains how to optimize your health before and during pregnancy and offers healthy habits that are good for you and the baby.
Feb. 3: Managing Menopause. Dr. Eric Miller explores the ways that menopause affects your body and life while providing useful techniques that will help you maintain a normal, happy lifestyle as you experience these changes.
Dine with a politician
LAWRENCE — A fundraiser to re-elect City Councilor Nick Kolofoles will be held Friday at the French Social Naturalization Club, 120 Broadway, across from Walgreens, at 7 p.m.
Donation is $30 per person and included a dinner buffet, music and more.
The evening is sponsored by the Kolofoles Associates. For more information or tickets, call Nick Kolofoles at 978-688-3705 or Keith Wlodyka at 603-548-9929. Tickets will also be available at the door.
