// JavaScript Document: calendar.js



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			// events data
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			//cal2['200804100000'] = 'Linda\'s Birthday';
//			cal2['200810151930'] = '<strong>Ladies\' Night Out</strong><br />Join us at the Rice Barn (Great Plain Ave. by the train tracks) for a few drinks and apps! No RSVP needed, but call Liza at 400-9825 with any questions.';
//			cal2['200810181930'] = '<strong>Fundraiser for the Needham Library</strong><br />Anyone interested in attending the Needham Library <a href="http://www.lfnonline.org/LFN_Gala_Description.html" target="_blank">Gala</a>, "Black, White & Read All Over", please contact Kelly Thompson (781-559-3303). Tickets are $50 each.';
//			cal2['200810231600'] = '<strong>Claydate Playdate</strong><br />Tanya Chin wears many hats! She is our web designer and she has a clay impression business. Last year she held a clay date, took impressions of kids\' hands, and turned them into fabulous artwork. (She also does pet impressions!) View some of her artwork <a href="http://www.zinniadesigns.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">here</a>! If you think that an impression would make a great holiday gift for grandma, join us on Thursday, October 23rd at 4pm at Kelly Thompson\'s house for a clay party. Please RSVP to Tanya at 449-0263 or <a href="contactus.php?subject=Events Info">contact us</a> by October 20.';
//			cal2['200810252000'] = '<strong>Couples Event - Easy Breezy Bar Night</strong><br />Please join us on Saturday, October 25th around 8pm at the Biltmore in Newton (1205 Chestnut St., Newton Upper Falls) for drinks. Easy, casual....Hope to see you all there! No RSVP necessary, but if you have any questions, please call Liza at 781-400-9825.';
			
//			cal2['200811071930'] = '<strong>Board Meeting</strong><br />The McCann home at 18 Bridge Street, Needham Heights';			
//			cal2['200811152000'] = '<strong>Couples Event-Drinks & Bowling</strong><br />Have you discovered the Needham Bowlaway? Come and check it out Saturday, November 15. We\'ll meet at the Rice Barn around 8pm for drinks (your tab) and appetizers (Newcomer\'s tab) then head over to the Bowlaway and test our candlepin skills. We need your RSVP by Friday, November 10, so we can let both places know how many people to expect. Please call Maggie at 400-5770 or click <a href="contactus.php?subject=Events Info">here</a> to contact us.';
			
//			cal2['200812021915'] = '<strong>Board Meeting</strong><br />The Darwin home at 669 South Street, Needham.';
//			cal2['200812171930'] = '<strong>Ladies\' Night Out</strong> at Marsala Art<br />By this point you will be sick of preparing for the holidays and you will be in need of a night out with the ladies.  Join us for for drinks and good cheer right here in Needham at our fabulous Indian restaurant, Marsala Art. No RSVP needed, but call Liza at 400-9825 with any questions.';			
//			cal2['200812272000'] = '<strong>Couples Bar Night</strong> at The Biltmore, 1205 Chestnut St Newton<br />The lull between the holidays is a perfect time to meet up at our great local gastropub! Stop by for a drink at this casual get together. Please RSVP so we can be sure to have a bar stool waiting for you! RSVP to Maggie at 400-5770 or click <a href="contactus.php?subject=Events Info">here</a> to contact us.';
			
//			cal2['200901061915'] = '<strong>Board Meeting</strong> at the Dracon home at 33 Bridge Street, Needham.';
//			cal2['200901151900'] = '<strong>Ladies\' Night Out</strong> at The Cottage Wellesley. Venture out of town with the group of gals for a bite to eat and drinks at this fun location in Wellelsey. RSVP to Kacey 617-202-3580';
//			cal2['200901171900'] = '<strong>Men\'s Night</strong> - Attention sports fans: this month the guys will get together to watch the Bruins game at 7 p.m. on January 17th. Matt Flanagan will host at his place (54 Sachem Road). Please RSVP to Matt at (781) 400-5770 by January 12th.';
//			cal2['200901271415'] = '<strong>Play Date</strong> 2:15-3:15pm at My Gym (188 Needham Street in Newton). If you are interested in joining My Gym, they have agreed to waive the sign-up fee ($75) for anyone who attends the play date. However, there is no obligation to join. Please RSVP to Leah McCann. She can be reached at (781) 444-4093 or atleah_tony AT verizon DOT net.';
//			cal2['200901311930'] = '<strong>Couples Night</strong> at The Golden Temple, 1651 Beacon Street, Brookline (valet parking available). Congrats, you have made it thru the holidays! Now what to do? Come out for a fun evening of drinking and dancing. Yup there is actually dancing, but no need to participate. A group of us will meet at 7:30 for dinner so if you would like to join us please let us know so we can make a reservation. Otherwise show up when you want for drinks at the bar. RSVP to Maggie at 400-5770 or click <a href="contactus.php?subject=Events Info">here</a> to contact us.';
			
//			cal2['200902031930'] = '<strong>Board Meeting</strong> The February board meeting will be held at Lean McCann\'s home (18 Bridge Street) at 7:30 p.m. Members are always welcome!';
//			cal2['200902081930'] = '<strong>Couples Night - Wii Night</strong> Bring your A-game to Couples Night this month! Jeanmarie and Matt Roberts will be hosting a couples Wii night at their home (22 Pershing Road) on February 8th at 8:00 p.m. Please RSVP to Jeanmarie or Matt at (781) 449-2608 or click <a href="contactus.php?subject=Events Info">here</a> to contact us. Space is limited, so reply early!';
//			cal2['200902111100'] = '<strong>Playdate</strong> Please come and meet old friends and make some new ones for you and your toddler! Energy Fitness has a spectacular children\'s gym space and amazing classes, starting with children\'s gym classes and later gymnastics for older kids. Parents can work out themselves while watching their child in class!! Come check out this one hour FREE open gym class with your little one to see what Energy Fitness is all about. This program is for children ages five and below (child must be walking) and children must be accompanied by a parent. Space is limited so please RSVP by Monday, February 9th to Jessica Post at (781)559-3158 or click <a href="contactus.php?subject=Events Info">here</a> to contact us. Energy Fitness is located at 70 Jaconnet St. (off Needham St.) in Newton.';
//			cal2['200902111930'] = '<strong>Ladies\' Night Out</strong> Join the ladies at your local Irish watering hole!  We will meet at Dunn Gaherins (344 Elliot Street; Newton Upper Falls) for dinner and/or drinks. Parking can be a little tricky, so you may want to carpool or go to the Echo Bridge parking lot. Even if you have never attended an event, please join us! We always look forward to meeting new people. Please RSVP to Kacey at (617) 202-3580 or click <a href="contactus.php?subject=Events Info">here</a> to contact us.'; 
			
//			cal2['200903051915'] = '<strong>Board Meeting</strong> The March board meeting will be held at Ricki Darwin\'s home (669 South Street). Members are always welcome!'; 
//			cal2['200903181930'] = 'On Wednesday, March 18, <strong>A Girl Thing</strong> is hosting an evening of <strong>Spring \'09 Fashion</strong>, cocktails, and hors d\'oeuvres! The event will take place at St. John of Damascus Church (300 West Street, Dedham) at 7:30 p.m. and will feature Needham merchants and restaurants. All proceeds support the internship program at the Broadmeadow School. Tickets are $40 per person and available at the door. For more information, contact Margie Levin at (781) 449-3603.';
//			cal2['200903211930'] = '<strong>Couples Night at Sonsie</strong> Get out of Needham and enjoy a night in the city! We will meet at Sonsie (327 Newbury Street, Boston) on Saturday, March 21st for dinner at 7:30. We will stay on for drinks, so feel free to join us later if you want. Valet parking is available. Please RSVP by March 17th to Maggie Flanagan at (781) 400-5770 or  click <a href="contactus.php?subject=Events Info">here</a> to contact us.';
//			cal2['200903221530'] = '<strong>Family Sports Day</strong> Bring the kids to play on the soccer field, trampolines, foam pit, and obstacle course! We will be at New England Sports Academy (345 University Ave; Westwood) for a family sports play date on Sunday, March 22nd from 3:30 - 5: 30 p.m. This play date is open to children between the ages of 0 and 6. Please RSVP to Liza Gerber at (781) 400-9825 or click <a href="contactus.php?subject=Events Info">here</a> to contact us.';
// 			cal2['200903241830'] = '<strong>Ladies\' Night Out</strong> Tease spring with a pedicure! The ladies will meet for pedis and wine at La Vie Salon and Spa (330 Chestnut Street) at 6:30 on Tuesday, March 24th. Post-polish, we will go to Fuji Steakhouse (1430 Highland Ave) for dinner. Pedicures at La Vie are $30 (plus tip). Please click <a href="contactus.php?subject=Events Info">here</a> to join in!'; 

//			cal2['200904041800'] = '<strong>Reminder: Progressive Dinner (Time TBD)</strong> Hopefully you have received your invitation to the progressive dinner! The progressive dinner is always a lot of fun, and it\'s a great way to get to know people in Needham. Plus, you get to enjoy a delicious dinner catered by Sweet Basil! If you have any questions, contact Liza Gerber at (781) 400-9825 or click <a href="contactus.php?subject=Events Info">here</a> to contact us.';
//			cal2['200904211930'] = '<strong>Book Club</strong> Calling all ladies looking to get out of the house, socialize, discuss a book (for a little while at least), and enjoy munchies and drinks!  We\'re starting up a new bookclub for Needham Newcomers.  Join us on Tuesday, April 21st at 7:30 for the first book club meeting of 2009 at 63 Fairview Road Needham.  We\'ll be reading Rachel Stolzman\'s <em>The Sign for Drowning</em>. Please also bring ideas of other books you\'d like to read for this year and we can talk about how we want to structure the group going forward. Questions or RSVPs to Shanna Deng at smegdeng87 AT yahoo.com.';
//			cal2['200904291500'] = '<strong>Playdate at Perry Park</strong> Meet us at Perry Park (Beaufort Ave.) for this month\'s play date on Monday, April 27th. We can finally have play dates outdoors again! Please RSVP to Liza Gerber at gerber_liza AT yahoo.com or (781) 400-9825.';
//			cal2['200904301900'] = '<strong>Ladies\' Night Out</strong> The ladies will meet for drinks at Vintage (1430 VFW Parkway, West Roxbury) on Thursday, April 30th. We are having so much fun getting to know each other - please join us! RSVP to Maggie Flanagan at (781) 400-5770 or maggiedavis22 AT yahoo.com.';
			
//			cal2['200905111500'] = '<strong>Play Date</strong> Meet us at Mills Park (Gould Street) for this month\'s play date on Monday, May 11th. Please RSVP to Maggie Flanagan at maggiedavis22 AT yahoo.com  or (781) 400-5770.';
//			cal2['200905161900'] = '<strong>Couples\' Event</strong> Join us on the patio at Union Street in Newton Center (107 Rear Union Street) for a laid back dinner and drinks on Saturday, May 16th. Please RSVP to Maggie Flanagan at maggiedavis22 AT yahoo.com (781) 400-5770.';
//			cal2['200905201800'] = '<strong>Ladies\' Night Out</strong> Come and enjoy a fun and relaxing ladies night out!  We will be going to Pipal Leaf Yoga Studio (www.pipalleafyoga.com), which is a peaceful studio right in Needham Center at 945 Great Plain Ave, Suite 19. We will attend a private, candlelit yoga class from 6:00-7:15.  The cost is $15 for the session - worth every penny!  After the class we will meet from 7:15-9:00 for dinner and drinks at Masala Art. RSVP for yoga, dinner, or both to Kacey at (617) 910-7076 or kaceycronin AT gmail.com.  Space is limited for the class so please RSVP by May 8.';

//			cal2['200906021915'] = '<strong>Board Meeting</strong> The June board meeting will be held at Maggie Flanagan\'s home (54 Sachem Road) on June 2nd. Please join us if you are interested in planning some summer events -- or if you would just like to learn more about the Newcomers Club. Members are always welcome.';
//			cal2['200906181900'] = '<strong>Poker Night for the Guys</strong> Bring your best poker face to Guys\' Night this month! Matt Roberts (22 Pershing Road) is hosting a poker night for the guys on Thursday, June 18th at 7:00 pm. Buy-in is $20. Please RSVP by Monday, June 15th to Matt at m_robertsnu AT yahoo.com or at (781) 449-2608.';
//			cal2['200906202000'] = '<strong>Couples\' Night</strong> Join us on the patio at Union Street in Newton Center (107 Rear Union Street) for drinks on Saturday, June 20th. Please RSVP to Bonnie McLellan at bonnielmclellan AT gmail.com or at (781) 455-1178.';
//			cal2['200906221500'] = '<strong>Play Date</strong> We will be at Caryl Park (Dedham Street, Dover) for this month\'s play date on Monday, June 22nd. Join us for some fun in the sun! Please RSVP to Leah McCann at leah_tony AT verizon.net or at (781) 444-4093.';
//			cal2['200906301900'] = '<strong>Ladies\' Night</strong> Has anyone been craving Chinese food lately? Join us for dinner and drinks on Tuesday, June 30th at China Sky (11 Forest Street, Wellesley). Please RSVP by June 26th to Jeanmarie Roberts at jeanmarie.roberts AT gmail.com or at (781) 449-2608.';

//			cal2['200907111900'] = '<strong>Couples\' Night</strong> Maggie and Matt Flanagan will host a party at their place (54 Sachem Road) on Saturday, July 11th. Please join us for drinks, appetizers and good company! Please RSVP to Maggie by July 6 at maggiedavis22 AT yahoo.com or at (781) 400-5770.';
//			cal2['200907131000'] = '<strong>Play Date</strong> We will be swimming and picnicking at Morses Pond (99 Turner Road, Wellesley) on Monday, July 13th. Cost is $5 per person. Please RSVP to Leah McCann at leah_tony AT verizon.net or at (781) 444-4093.';
//			cal2['200907191500'] = '<strong>Guys\' Golf Outing</strong> The Needham Golf Club will be open to the public on Sunday, July 19th, so the Newcomers guys will take advantage of this for a golf outing. Please RSVP to Matt Flanagan by July 12th at matt AT famapr.com or at (781) 400-5770.';
//			cal2['200907301900'] = '<strong>Ladies\' Night</strong> Join us after work for noodles and drinks on Thursday, July 30th at Wagamama (800 Boylston Street, Boston). Please RSVP by July 27th to Jeanmarie Roberts at jeanmarie.roberts AT gmail.com or at (781) 449-2608. Jeanmarie can also coordinate carpooling if you are coming from Needham.';

//			cal2['200908101000'] = '<strong>Play Date</strong> Bring your iced coffee (or any other morning treat) to join us for a play date at Mills Park (96 Gould Street)! Please RSVP to Leah McCann at leah_tony AT verizon.net  or (781) 444-4093.';
//			cal2['200908161800'] = '<strong>Couples\' Night</strong> Bring your hula skirt and Hawaiian shirts to Bonne McLellan and Doug Beyer\'s home (521 Chestnut Street) on Sunday, August 16th. Please RSVP to Bonnie by August 9th at bonnielmclellan AT gmail.com or at (781) 455-1178.';
//			cal2['200908191900'] = '<strong>Ladies\' Night</strong> The ladies will enjoy the open windows, dinner, and drinks at Blue on Highland (882 Highland Avenue) on Wednesday, August 19th. Please RSVP by August 16th to Aubrey Goodman at goodman.aubrey AT gmail.com or at (845) 709-9569.';
//			cal2['200908251915'] = '<strong>Board Meeting</strong> The August board meeting will be held at Aubrey Goodman\'s home (673 Webster Street) on August 25th. Please join us if you are interested in planning events - or if you would just like to learn more about the Newcomers Club. Members are always welcome.';
//			cal2['200908301500'] = '<strong>End-of-Summer Party</strong> Maura and Josh Cianciolo will host an end of summer BBQ for Newcomers families on Sunday, August 30th at their place (32 Avalon Rd). Please RSVP to Maura by August 23rd at maura_hennessy AT yahoo.com or at (781) 400-5689.';
			
//			cal2["200909161900"] = '<strong>Ladies\' Night Out</strong> Join us for drinks and tasty fondue on Wednesday, September 16th at the Melting Pot (92 Worcester Rd, Framingham). More information about Girls Night Out at the Melting Pot can be found <a href="http://meltingpot.com/locations.aspx?z=01701&n=403750" target="_blank">here</a>. Please RSVP by September 10th to Kacey Dracon at kaceycronin AT gmail.com or at (617) 910 7076.';
//			cal2["200909201300"] = '<strong>Guys\' Outing</strong> Join the guys at Union Street (107R Union Street, Newton Centre) to watch the Patriots play the Jets on Sunday, September 20th. Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 16th to Matt at m_robertsnu AT yahoo.com or (781) 449-2608.';
//			cal2["200909211600"] = '<strong>Play Date</strong> We will meet for a play date on September 21st from 4-5 p.m. at a site to be determined. Keep an eye out for a reminder email with more details. Please RSVP to Maggie Flanagan at maggiedavis22 AT yahoo.com or (781) 400-5770.';
			
//			cal2["200910031000"] = '<strong>Needham Harvest Fair 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.</strong> Look for the Needham Newcomers table at the Needham Business Association Harvest Fair. Stop by and find out about the latest events or refer a friend! If you are interested in volunteering to work at the Newcomers table, please contact Jeanmarie at jeanmarie.roberts AT gmail.com or (781) 449-2608.';
//			cal2["200910031930"] = '<strong>Couples\' Night</strong> Join us for drinks at The Biltmore (1205 Chestnut Street, Newton) on Saturday, October 3rd any time after 7:30. We look forward to seeing you then! Please RSVP to Maggie Flanagan at maggiedavis22 AT yahoo.com or (781) 400-5770.';
//			cal2["20091012TTBD"] = '<strong>Play Date</strong> Keep your calendar open for another fun Play Date, time and location to be decided.';
//			cal2["200910131915"] = '<strong>Board Meeting</strong> The October board meeting will be held at Kacey Dracon\'s home (33 Bridge Street) on October 13th. Please join us if you are interested in planning events - or if you would just like to learn more about the Newcomers Club. Members are always welcome.';
//			cal2["200910171900"] = '<strong>Needham Library Gala</strong> Join your friends and neighbors for a fun night out at the Library Foundation of Needham\'s second annual Black, White & Read All Over Gala on Saturday, October 17, from 7-10 p.m. at the Needham Library. There will be music, hors d\'oeuvres, desserts, wine and beer. You can support library children\'s programs at the same time by bidding on some great items like Big Apple Circus tickets, restaurant meals, golf tee times, and Patriots tickets at the live and silent auction.<br /><br />Meet Dan Shaughnessy of the Boston Globe and Gail Huff of Channel 5, honorary co-chairs along with Senator Scott Brown and Representative Lida Harkins. There will be opportunities to bid on small and larger items, including many books, kids\' items, jewelry, manicures and massages. Tickets are $50 each and all money raised supports the LFN endowment which funds library programs and materials.  Some popular children\'s programs the LFN sponsored recently were Mike the Bubble Guy and the Magic Dave Show.<br /><br />So be sure to mark the date on your calendar. For more information visit the LFN website <a href="http://www.lfnonline.org" target="_blank">here</a>.';
//			cal2["20091021TTBD"] = '<strong>Ladies\' Night</strong> Keep your calendar open for another fun Ladies\' Night, time and location to be decided.';
//			cal2["20091030TTBD"] = '<strong>Halloween Party</strong> Get your ghost on for another Newcomers Halloween Party! Time and location to be decided.';
			
//			cal2["20091121TTBD"] = '<strong>Bowling Night</strong> Keep your calendar open for another fun Bowling Night, time and location to be decided.';

			//cal2["201003031915"] = '<strong>Ladies\' Night Out</strong> Come to a Clothing Party called "CAbi" - Carol Anderson by Invitation - It\'s great fun to get together, have a glass of wine and check out a rack of amazing clothes! The clothes are very reasonably priced and the spring/summer line is coming out in February. CAbi is really the ultimate in personal shopping! People can order the clothes that evening and they usually arrive in 7 business days. The variety is great too, perfect for stay at home moms, going out clothes, and working/professional clothes. There really is something for everyone. Check out the website at <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103045065587&s=16&e=001u-MIt6qCKO8ACM8uTXY53sl8OhDzU9iBo17GGEIWCxfyfJGK2QvoSBXv4wnXiwAYvhz1a9KmP0dE8jBKcA2xEPg7rNTWDZzhtDBvLSwuGf17dhfW8TFP5A==">www.cabionline.com</a> and click on "look book". The event will be held at Christine Paterson\'s home (569 Chestnut St).';
			//cal2["201003091915"] = '<strong>Planning Meeting</strong> The March planning meeting will be held at Jeanmarie Roberts\' home (22 Pershing Road) on March 9th. We are always thrilled to see new faces at these meetings, so don\'t feel shy about dropping in!';
			//cal2["201003201930"] = '<strong>Couples\' Night</strong> Back by popular demand - an outing to Golden Temple! In addition to tasty Chinese food, there is the possibility of moving to the dance floor after dessert... We will meet at the Golden Temple (1651 Beacon St, Brookline) for dinner at 7:30. Please RSVP by March 15 to Jeanmarie at (781) 449-2608.';
			// cal2["20100327TTBD"] = '<strong>Guys\' Night</strong> The guys are planning another poker event - date, time and place to be determined. If you would like to receive emails about guys\' events, contact Matt Flanagan at matt AT famapr.com';
			
			cal2["201004101830"] = '<strong>Progressive Dinner</strong> The Progressive Dinner is coming up! Look for your invitation in your email inbox this year - we will be sending them out via email in coming weeks. For those who have not attended previous Progressive Dinners, the event is always a fun night and a great way to meet or reconnect with Needham friends.  We will all meet up at one home for cocktail hour, then break into small groups for dinner at homes around town, and finally, we will reconvene at another home for dessert. If you have any questions, please contact Jeanmarie Roberts at (781)449-2608. <br /><br /><br /><em>After the Progressive Dinner, the membership list will be updated. Please make sure you are up to date on your dues so your name remains on our list. Please contact Maggie Flanagan with any questions at (781) 400-5770.</em>';

			cal2["201005141600"] = '<strong>Play Date</strong> Bring the kids out to a play date at Mills Park on Friday, May 14th from 4pm-5pm (weather permitting). Please RSVP to Maggie at maggiedavis22 AT yahoo.com.';
			cal2["20100522TTBD"] = '<strong>Couples\' Night</strong> Join us at Yard House (Legacy Place, Dedham) on May 22nd for drinks and food. The Yard House is an upscale-casual eatery known for its extensive menu, classic rock music, and world\'s largest selection of draft beer. From classic lagers to more obscure ales and stouts there\'s a draft beer flavor for everyone. See you there! Please RSVP by May 18th to Kacey Dracon at kaceycronin AT gmail.com.';
			cal2["201005271900"] = '<strong>Ladies\' Night</strong> The ladies are going bowling at Kings (Dedham Legacy Place)! Please join us in throwing strikes on Thursday, May 27th at 7:00pm. Please RSVP to Liza at gerber_liza AT yahoo.com.';
			cal2["201006051000"] = '<strong>Needham Business Association Fair</strong> Please come out to support the Needham Newcomers Club at the Needham Business Association Fair at Memorial Field on Saturday, June 5th. We will be there to spread the word about the Newcomers Club and to recruit new members. If you would like to help staff the table for part of the fair (between 10am and 3pm), please contact Jeanmarie Roberts at jeanmarie.roberts AT gmail.com.';
			cal2["201006081815"] = '<strong>Planning Meeting</strong> The June planning meeting will be held at Michelle Keefe\'s house (19 Gordon Road) at 6:15pm before Ladies\' Night. We are always happy to see new faces at these meetings, so please feel free to drop in!';
			cal2["201006081900"] = '<strong>Ladies\' Night</strong> Join the ladies for dinner at Sweet Basil on Wednesday, June 8th at 7:30pm for some tasty Italian food! Please RSVP to Jeanmarie at jeanmarie.roberts AT gmail.com.';
			cal2["201006251600"] = '<strong>Play Date</strong> In June we will take the kids to Defazio Tot Lot (Dedham Ave, Needham) for some fun in the sun. Please RSVP to Maggie at maggiedavis22 AT yahoo.com.';
			cal2["201006262000"] = '<strong>Couples\' Night</strong> In June we will be meeting in the rooftop pool deck at BOKX 109 at Hotel Indigo (399 Grove Street, Newton) for drinks. Come out and join us! Please RSVP to Aubrey at goodman.aubrey AT gmail.com.';
			
			
			
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				var eventDat;
				
				// make the bold highlight follow the selected month
				for (i=offsetbot;i<=offsettop;i++) {
					document.getElementById('s'+i).className = 'othermonth';
					if (i == offset) {
						document.getElementById('s'+i).className = 'thismonth';
					}
					if (i == 0) {
						document.getElementById('s'+i).style.color = '#ffffff';
					}					
				}
				
				
				theYear = y;
				theMonth = m+offset;
				if (theMonth<0) {
					theMonth = theMonth+12;
					theYear = theYear - 1;
				} 
				if (theMonth>11) {
					theMonth = theMonth - 12;
					theYear = theYear+1;
				}
			
				theYearStr = ''+theYear;
				
				ap = 'am';
				monthIH = '';
				// month div innerHTML
				monthIH = '<h2>'+monthnames[theMonth]+' '+theYearStr.substr(2,2)+'</h2>';	
				monthIH = monthIH + '<hr class="month" />';
				
	 			// iterate cal2 array
				for (eventDat in cal2) {
					matchYear = eventDat.substr(0,4);
					matchYear = 1*matchYear;
					matchMonth = eventDat.substr(4,2);
					matchMonth = 1*matchMonth;
					if (matchYear == theYear) {
						if (matchMonth == theMonth+1) {
							day = eventDat.substr(6,2);
							
							if (eventDat.substr(8,4) == 'TTBD') {
								// time TBD
								time = 'TTBD';
							} else {
								// a real time
								hh = eventDat.substr(8,2);
								mm = eventDat.substr(10,2);
								
								// figure out am/pm
								ap = 'am';
								if ((1*hh)>11) {
									ap = 'pm';
								}
							
								// 12-hour clock
								if ((1*hh)>12) {
									hh = hh-12;
									// if we use a mono font, this spaces correctly.
									// the best way to handle this would be to use
									// a block span with text-align:right :)
									//if (hh<10) {
									//  hh = '\xa0'+hh;
									//}
								} 
								
								// midnight
								if ((1*hh)==0) {
									hh = '12';
								}
								
								time = hh+':'+mm+ap;
							}
							
							monthIH = monthIH + '<span class="eventday">'+day+'</span>';
							monthIH = monthIH + '<span class="eventtim"> &middot '+time+' &middot; </span>';				
							monthIH = monthIH + '<span class="eventdes">'+cal2[eventDat]+'</span><br /><br />';

						}
					} 
				}
				// the edit button
				monthIH = monthIH + '<p class="edit" onMouseOver="this.style.cursor = \'pointer\';" onMouseOut="this.style.cursor = \'default\';"><span id="edit" onclick="editCal();" class="edit" /></p>';
				
				document.getElementById('month').innerHTML = monthIH;
				return;
			}
					
			////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////						
			function editCal() {
				// edit calendar data
				//alert('editCal!');
			}