Event benefits Christmas For Kids

The annual Christmas For Kids Chance Auction and Dinner has been set for Nov. 10.

It will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. at Vineyard Community Church, 1928 E. 300th St. in Wickliffe. Proceeds will help provide toys and food baskets for the annual Christmas For Kids event, according to a news release

Dinner is $20 per person though children under 6 eat free. In addition to a main dish, the menu will include pasta, bread, salad, dessert, and beverages, the release stated.

Attendees can buy tickets that night for a host of prizes.

Those with any questions can contact the church office at 440-944-4402.

Funeral home hosting candlelight service

The Behm Family Funeral Homes in Madison and Geneva will be hosting their 19th annual community “Candlelight Service of Remembrance” at 6:30 p.m., Nov. 19.

“During this holiday season, we feel this is one of the many ways we can assist families while also providing a tribute to those we lover,” stated Julie Behm, coordinator of this year’s event, in a news release.

Families are encouraged to bring ornaments in honor of loved ones to be placed on Behm’s outside Tree of Remembrance.

The program, to which the community is invited, will be held at The Behm Family Funeral Home, 26 River St. in Madison. The candle-lighting ceremony will also include a special message, live entertainment and refreshments.

Pre-registration is welcome but not needed for this event, the release stated. Family and friends are invited and all should plan to arrive between 6 and 6:30 p.m. to register for the program.

For additional information, contact Trevor Behm at 440-428-4401.

WRJSL sets date for charity ball

Western Reserve Junior Service League is hosting its Candlelight Masquerade Charity Ball on Dec. 8.

This year’s event will be held at StoneWater Golf Club, 1 Club Drive in Highland Heights. Guests can enjoy an open bar, fourcourse meal, dancing, and the chance to participate in a silent auction full of opportunities and gift items, according to a news release.

In addition, Bill Brown, owner of W. Brown Custom Jewelry and Design in Willoughby, has designed a set of amethyst earrings and necklace for the Ball that one guest will win through a special raffle.

Candlelight Charity Ball tickets can be purchased online at www.wrjsl.org or by calling the 51st Annual Candlelight Charity Ball Chairs — Ali Wilson at 216310-7681 or Cheryl Kuonen at 440-289-7877.

Raffle tickets for the Jewelry, Spirit Table and Gift Card Sleigh can be purchased only by calling Wilson or Kuonen. Sponsorships are also available for this fundraiser by calling Ame West at 440-567-6139 or Vickie McDonald at 440910-2948.

For information on becoming a member, or for information on other fundraisers, contact President Stephanie Lee at 440-2894717.