Start the New Year off Right by joining Koscisuko County Women’s Connection in “Giving a Helping Hand,” to the local homeless shelter, Jan. 10 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Eric Lane from the shelter will join them for their Coffee Cafe Connection and will share how they can make a vital difference in the local community. Donations will be accepted. Bring items such as toilet paper, paper towels, personal hygiene items, canned goods and monetary gifts. The excitement continues as you jump on board with Carin Roy from Winona Lake and experience an Adventure of “Life’s Wild Ride!” The cost is $6 at the door and includes a light breakfast with coffee/tea. Coffee Cafe Connections take place at “The Hub” behind the Tree of Life, 1201 College Ave., Winona Lake. RSVP by Jan. 7 to Cathy at 574-527-3967 or cathymullins1@hotmail.com