Life: Briefly

Literacy: Feel the Power

"Literacy: Feel the Power" is the theme for a citywide literacy fair on Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the main branch of the City Library, 210 E. 400 South

The fair, which is free of charge, will include several activities for youths and adults on literacy advocacy and volunteer work.

An interactive event, "Put Yourselves in the Shoes of a Person With Dyslexia," will have limited seating and requires advance reservations. To make reservations, call 524-8231.

Women's health

The nationwide "Speaking of Women's Health" program is hosting a free event from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday in all Wal-Mart stores, where women are invited to learn about taking control of their own health issues.

All women visiting Wal-Mart during the event will receive a free book, "It's the Right Time ... to Take a Pledge for Better Health." The book featues tips on health, well-being and personal safety.

Warm Up America

Warm Up America, the national charity that has provided hundreds of thousands of hand-knitted and crocheted afghans to people in need, is looking for volunteers.

Novice and know-how knitters and crocheters are invited to special events at all Michaels craft stores on Sunday between 1-5 p.m., to learn how to make 7x9-inch knitted or crocheted squares used in the afghans.

Then volunteers are asked to make as many of the squares as they want and return them on Nov. 12, when participants will join donated squares into afghans. The afghans will be donated to homeless shelters, the Salvation Army, children's hospitals and other community programs.