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Beginning Internet, Tues., Nov. 27, 2-3 p.m., Central Library, 9501 Lori Rd. Explore the basics of Internet searching. Become familiar with Internet terms, browser icons and menu features. Learn how to input web addresses and conduct simple searches using search engines. For more information or to register, call 748-1603.

Sun., Nov. 25

Greyhound Meet & Greet, 1-3 p.m., PETCO, 13329 Rittenhouse Dr. Meet retired racing greyhounds and their owners during this Meet & Greet held by Greyhound Pets of America's Richmond chapter. Find out how you can adopt your own retired racer. For more information, visit www.greyhoundsvirginia.com .

Tues., Nov. 27

Cancer workshop, 2:30-4:30 p.m., CJW Medical Center, Johnston Willis campus, 1401 Johnston Willis Dr. This workshop is designed to help women cope with the appearance related side effects of cancer treatment. Volunteer cosmetologists will discuss skin care and makeup as well as how to use wigs, turbans and scarves. Participants must be undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatment or recently finished with their treatment. To register, call Carolyn Haynes at the American Cancer Society, 527-3778.

Little Dragons Karate Club, 6-7 p.m., through Dec. 18, Ettrick Community Bldg., 20400 Laurel Rd. This program is designed to enhance selfconfidence, self-esteem and physical fitness in children ages 4-6. Fee is $20. Sponsored by the Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation. For more information, call Tonya Branch at 526-5596.

Chesterfield County School Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Public Meeting Room, County Administration Bldg., 10001 Iron Bridge Rd. For more information, call 748-1405.

Candlelight Christmas shopping, 6-8 p.m., Magnolia Grange Gift Shop, 10020 Iron Bridge Rd. Start your Christmas shopping at Magnolia Grange. Look through the historic gift shop and enjoy light refreshments. For more information, call 777-9663 or visit www.chesterfieldhistory.com.

Wed., Nov. 28

Holiday auction, 10 a.m.-noon (doors open at 9:30 a.m.), Foxcroft Club House, 15100 Fox Club Pkwy. The auction will feature holiday and gift items. Open to the public. Refreshments are provided. Proceeds will benefit the William Byrd Community House. Sponsored by the Chesterfield Women's League. For more information, call Susan Austin, 378-8004, or Carol Stearns, 739-4365.

Retirement finance seminar, 10:30-noon, Midlothian Library, 521 Coalfield Rd. This program will address "Four Smart Money Questions to Ask for Those in Retirement." Part of the Get in the Know Series for seniors ages 55 and older. Free. For more information, call Judy Jones, 751-4135, or Blanche DePonte, 717-6381.

Family story time, 11-11:30 a.m., Enon Library, 1801 Enon Church Rd. All interested children are welcome. For more information, call 530-3403.

Newsletter production, 11 a.m.-noon, Central Library, 9501 Lori Rd. The Chesterfield County Therapeutic Recreation Department is publishing a newsletter that will include creative writing, poems, artwork and therapeutic recreation articles. For aspiring journalists ages 18 and older with disabilities. Free, but registration is required. For more information, call 751-4134.

"Offending Shadows," 7:30 p.m., through Dec. 1, Midlothian High School, 401 Charter Colony Pkwy. The theater department will perform. Tickets are $10. Students receive a $2 discount with a student ID. For more information, call 378-2440.

"Guys and Dolls," 7:30 p.m., through Dec. 1, Cosby High School, 14300 Fox Club Pkwy. The theater department will perform. Tickets are $6. For more information, call 639-8340.

LOOKING AHEAD... Thurs.,

Nov. 29

Women's Newcomers Group, 9:30 a.m.- noon, Woodlake UMC, 6601 Village Pkwy. Contact Sue, 739-4209 or new2chesterfield@verizon.net

Beginning Excel, 6-7 p.m., Ettrick-Matoaca Library, 4501 River Rd. Find out how to create, edit and save a workbook using Microsoft Excel. Sponsored by the Chesterfield County Public Library. For more information or to register, call 526-8087.

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