Gifts made by hand can take time and supplies, yet no price can be put on the thoughtfulness.

The Eagle would like to publish handmade gift ideas and demonstrations, complicated or simple.

Those who would like to share their stories and expertise with readers can call 724-282-8000, Ext. 297.

SAXONBURG — A seminar about Medicare Part D prescription benefits will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Outlook Pointe, 100 Bella Court.For reservations, call Cindy Lassinger at 724-352-2827.

The Marriage License Bureau, located in the Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphan's Court Office in the Butler County Government Center, announced that Nov. 18 will be the last day to apply for marriage licenses for Thanksgiving weekend ceremonies.Holiday weekend licenses must be picked up by 4 p.m. Nov. 23. The office will be closed Nov. 24 and 25.For a list of license requirements, call 724-284-5379.

GIBSONIA — The MOMS Club of Gibsonia and Mars will host a preschool fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Bakerstown United Methodist Church, Route 8 and Dickey Road.The event will provide information on education and development for children from local schools and businesses.

SAXONBURG — The Traveling Lantern Theatre Company of San Diego, Calif., will present an interactive "Pinocchio" program at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Saxonburg Library, 240 W. Main St.Children of all ages are invited to attend.For information, call 724-352-4810.

The Stroke Program and the Heart Center at Butler Memorial Hospital will offer cardiovascular screenings from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday at the hospital, 911 E. Brady St.The screenings are free and optional cholesterol screenings are available for $10. To register, call 724-284-4747.

The American Cancer Society will host a Relay for Life kickoff celebration from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at First English Lutheran Church, 241 N. Main St.For information or to register, call 724-789-7232.

NORTH WASHINGTON — The North Washington Volunteer Fire Department will host its Sportsman's Night from 7 p.m. to midnight Saturday at the fire hall, Fairview Road.The event, open to participants age 21 and older, will include a drawing for 15 guns, food, door prizes and sporting goods raffles.Admission is $10.

CABOT — The Adult Day Services of Concordia Lutheran Ministries will host a "Maintain Your Brain" program for National Alzheimer's Awareness Month at 2:30 p.m. Thursday in the Haven II Dining Room, 148 Marwood Road.To register, call Paula Sypulski at 724-352-1571, ext. 271 or send an e-mail to adultdayservices@concordialm.org.Notices, in writing, of festivals, fundraising 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.