Gathering around a Thanksgiving table seems like a prime time to say a few words or make annual toasts.

What does your family say? Are there other table rituals you observe? If you would like to relate your family's holiday ritual, please call 724-282-8000, Ext. 252

Classmates sought for Knoch reunion

When masses of men take to the woods to deer hunt the first Monday after Thanksgiving, what do their wives do?Maybe they hunt, too. Or maybe not. Whatever their pursuits, the Eagle would like to tell their stories in an upcoming feature.Call 724-282-8000, Ext. 252, if you would like to share your story.

The YWCA of Butler, 120 W. Cunningham St., will host a preschool workshop from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fridays beginning Nov. 19.The program will include social and learning activities, art, music and field trips.Participants should take a bag lunch. Cost is $12 per Friday, and parents do not have to commit to a continuous schedule.To register, call 724-287-5709.

The Butler Public Library will host a free Family Fun Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 20 at the library, 218 N. McKean St.A Mother Goose presentation will begin at 11 a.m. and a music and magic show will follow at 11:30 a.m.The event will also include information tables from several area agencies.For information, call 724-287-1715, Ext. 717.

The Butler High School Class of 1989 will host a reunion at 5 p.m. Nov. 27 at Hindman Hall.Classmates who have not received an invitation can contact Jill Osche Maier at 724-283-4130 or mjmaier@zoominternet.net.

Members of the Knoch High School Class of 1989 are seeking classmates for a reunion to be held on Nov. 27 at the Winfield Township Fire Hall.Cost will be $5 per person. For information, contact Scott Herbst at scott@scottherbst.com or B. Huth Venesky at 724-353-2368.

MARS - The Mars International Student Association will host a craft show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 20 at Mars Middle School and High School, both on Route 228.The show will feature more than 250 crafters, food booths, bake sales, candy sales and soup sold in bread bowls.Admission is $2 and buses will transport participants between the two schools.Proceeds from the event will benefit students planning to study abroad and the International Student Association at Mars High School.For information, call Maureen Orchard at 724-625-3472 or Betsy Bohnert at 724-625-2035.Notices, in writing, of festivals, fund-raising events, newly elected officers and other news from clubs and non-profit groups should be sent to the Focus department one week in advance of the event. Items should include the name and phone number of the person providing the information and be sent to Focus, Butler Eagle, P.O. Box 271, Butler, PA 16003.