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BATESVILLE — Please submit newPlease submit news for Activities to diane.raver @batesvilleheraldtribune. com. For the print edition, items are due by noon Wednesday. Submissions may also be made in person, by fax at 812-934-6406 or by mail at 475 N. Huntersville Road, Batesville, IN 47006. E-mail is preferred.
Friday, Feb. 17
Fish Fry
The Batesville Knights of St. John Feb. 17 fish fry has been cancelled.
Saturday, Feb. 18
OFC Program
“Hope in Diversity: Looking at Our Relationships” will be presented Feb. 18, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $45. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Cornhole Tournament
The East Central Trojan Baseball Boosters are hosting a cornhole tournament Feb. 18, noon, St. John Lutheran Church, Hubbells Corner, 12523 North Dearborn Road, Sunman, Fellowship Hall. Cost: adults, $40 per team; students, $30 per team. Registration, 11 a.m. Info: Laura Soos, 513-205-7995 or lauraasoos@gmail.com.
Pet Adoption Discounts
Senior citizens will get discounts when they adopt senior cats and dogs during “Never too Late for Love" Feb. 18, 1-4 p.m., Franklin County Humane Society, 107 High St., Brookville.
Chili and Soup Dinner
St. Maurice Catholic Church, Greensburg, is having a chili and chicken noodle soup dinner Feb. 18, 4:30-7 p.m., parish hall. Freewill offering.
Sat.-Mon., Feb. 18-20
YMCA Registration
The Southeastern Indiana YMCA Spring I session program registration continues Feb. 18-19. Programs begin Feb. 20. Info: www.siymca.org or 934-6006.
Sunday, Feb. 19
Breakfast
Oldenburg Knights of St. John will host a breakfast Feb. 19, 7 a.m.-noon, Holy Family Church cafeteria. Freewill offering. Partial proceeds benefit Tri-County Council for Special People.
Stillboard/Trap Shoot
The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Men’s Auxiliary will have a stillboard and trapshoot Feb. 19, 11 a.m., Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg. Prizes: meat and money.
Stillboard Shoot
The Batesville Fire and Rescue Department will host a stillboard shoot Feb. 19, noon, Prell-Bland American Legion Post 271.
Healthy Kids Carnival
The Southeastern Indiana YMCA Healthy Kids Day Carnival, which is open to the public, is Feb. 19, 1-3:30 p.m., YMCA gymnasium. Info: 934-6006.
“Batesville’s Got Talent” Ticket Sale
“Batesville’s Got Talent” tickets will be on sale while they last Feb. 19, 2-4 p.m., Batesville High School lobby.
Monday, Feb. 20
Inviting Catholics Home
Inviting Catholics Home, a program for nonpracticing Catholics who are seeking answers to questions about returning to the church, will be held Feb. 20 and 27 and March 5 and 12, 7-8 p.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Leon. Info: 812-623-3642.
Right to Life
Right to Life of Southeastern Indiana will meet Feb. 20, 7 p.m., Versailles Church of Christ, Jarvis Drive.
Social Security Meeting Deadline
A meeting explaining the basics of the Social Security program and benefits will be held Feb. 23, 7 p.m., St. Mark Evangelical Lutheran Church. Enter through ground-level double doors on West Pearl Street. RSVP by Feb. 20: Diane Buzard, 934-4246 or dbstmark @gmail.com. Please include number of people attending, names and phone numbers.
Tuesday, Feb. 21
FAFSA Workshop
A Free Application for Federal Student Aid workshop is Feb. 21, 1-7 p.m., Franklin County High School. National Center for College Costs experts will help families complete the FAFSA and answer questions. Also, Feb. 27, Oldenburg Academy.
Democrats Meeting
The Ripley County Democrats will meet Feb. 21, Sherman House. Dinner, 6 p.m. and meeting, 7 p.m.
BAHS Meeting
The Batesville Area Historical Society will meet Feb. 21, 7 p.m., BAHS Museum. Bruce Rippe will talk about the progress being made on Romweber Flats.
Wednesday, Feb. 22
Quiltmakers
Batesville Quiltmakers will meet Feb. 22, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Crossroads, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Info and program details: Carolyn Tully, 812-689-7012.
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor a homeschool movie program, “Charlotte’s Web,” Feb. 22, 2 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.
Fish Fry
The St. Louis School seventh grade fish fry is Feb. 22, 4-7:30 p.m. Freewill offering. Proceeds go toward their eighth-grade class trip.
BMPL Trustees
The Batesville Memorial Public Library Board of Trustees will meet Feb. 22, 5 p.m.
Thursday, Feb. 23
Kindergarten Parent Meeting
Batesville Community School Corp. will host a kindergarten parent meeting Feb. 23, 6-7 p.m., Batesville Primary School cafeteria, to present full and half day options for the 2012-13 school year.
Secular Franciscans
The Secular Franciscans, a fraternity for lay people who want to follow the rule of life of St. Francis, will meet Feb. 23, 6:30 p.m., Holy Family Catholic Church, Oldenburg, Father Rudolf Room.
Open House
Sonshine Christian Preschool-Daycare, New Point, will hold an open house Feb. 23, 6:30-8 p.m. Info: Ann Meister, 812-663-9375.
Red Hat Deadline
The Red Hat Belles of Batesville will meet Feb. 27, 11 a.m., Cross County Plaza parking lot below McDonald’s, to carpool to Buffalo Southwest Restaurant, Lawrenceburg, for lunch at 11:30 a.m. Reservations due by Feb. 23: Eleen Weisenbach, 934-3484.
Friday, Feb. 24
Fish Fry
Eagle Fire Co., Oldenburg, is hosting a fish fry Feb. 24, 4-7 p.m., Holy Family Catholic Church cafeteria, Oldenburg. Cost: adults, $9; children, $5.
Fish Fry
St. Martin Catholic Church, Yorkville, is holding a fish fry Feb. 24, 4:30-7 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 25
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Free ballroom dance lessons will be presented Feb. 25 and March 3, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Ault Chiropractic, 701 Tekulve Avenue. The final lesson takes place March 10 during the Glenn Miller Orchestra dinner/dance event. Info: 933-0355.
Sunday, Feb. 26
Stillboard/
Trap Shoot
Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg, will host a stillboard and trap shoot Feb. 26, 11 a.m. Prizes: meat and money.
“God With Us”
Elaine Bergman and Pam Crum, Sunman, will present “God With Us,” a free classical, traditional and contemporary sacred music concert Feb. 26, 1:30 p.m., Adams Lutheran Church. Info: 812-623-3380.
Girl Scout Cookie Sale Ends
Area Girl Scouts will be selling cookies at local businesses, including Kroger, KTS Food Mart, Gillman Do It Best Home Center and Pamida, until Feb. 26.
Monday, Feb. 27
FAFSA Workshop
A Free Application for Federal Student Aid workshop is Feb. 27, 1-7 p.m., Oldenburg Academy. National Center for College Costs experts will help families complete the FAFSA and answer questions.
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor a mother-daughter book discussion for grades 6-12 Feb. 27, 7 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.
Tuesday, Feb. 28
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor Knit Night Feb. 28, 6 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.
Run-n-Gun Early Registration
The South Dearborn Community Scholarship Foundation and McDonald’s of Lawrenceburg are hosting the 21st annual Run-n-Gun 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament March 17-18, South Dearborn High School gym. Registration forms are available at www.sdcsc.k12.in.us by following the Dollars for Scholars link. Info: Debbie Busching, 812-584-8868. Early registration closes Feb. 28, but late registrations will be accepted until March 6.
Thursday, March 1
“Reds Opening Day”
Greg Rhoads, Cincinnati Reds historian, will hold a free class, “Reds Opening Day,” March 1, 5 p.m., Batesville Memorial Public Library.
OFC Program
The Lenten Series: “Four Contemporary Stories of Discovering One’s Way” will be presented Thursdays, March 1, 8, 15 and 22, 6:30-8 p.m., Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $15 per session or two for $25. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
OFC Program
T’ai chi Chih will be presented March 1,8 and 15, 7-8:30 p.m., Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $15 per session. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf. com.
Masonic Meeting
Batesville Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold its monthly meeting March 1, 7 p.m.
Friday, March 2
Fish Fry
St. Martin Catholic Church, Yorkville, is holding a fish fry March 2, 4:30-7 p.m.
Saturday, March 3
Masonic Breakfast
Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve a monthly all-you-can-eat breakfast March 3, 6-10 a.m. Minimum donation: adults, $5; children 6-12, $3; under 6, free. Takeout orders: 934-3144.
OFC Program
“What Does It Mean to Be Salt of Earth?” will be presented March 3, 9-11 a.m., Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $25. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Steak Fry
The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 men’s auxiliary will host a steak fry March 3, 5:30-8 p.m. with music by Alan Crum and karaoke, 8:30-11:30 p.m. Cost: $20. Info and tickets: Dogger, 216-9990.
Sunday, March 4
Breakfast
Holy Guardian Angels Parish, 405 U.S. 52, Cedar Grove, will hold its annual whole hog sausage and pancake breakfast March 4, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m., school behind church. Freewill offering. Sausage patties will also be available for purchase.
Spud, Soup and Salad
St. John’s United Church of Christ, Huntersville, will have a freewill offering lunch, featuring baked potatoes, salad bar and soups March 4, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., dining room. Silent auction.
Tuesday, March 6
World War II Discussion Group
The World War II Discussion Group will meet March 6, 10 a.m., The Waters of Batesville. Ron Reitz will give a presentation on the Battle of the Bulge, and a show and tell of World War II items by veterans is planned.
Scrapbooking
The Sassy Scrappers scrapbooking group for ladies 12 and older meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month, including March 6, 6 p.m., Church on the Rock, 407 N. Township Line Road. Participants should bring their own supplies. RSVP so work spaces and refreshments can be arranged: 934-3154.
Wednesday, March 7
Live Y’ers
Live Y’ers, organized by the Southeastern Indiana YMCA for those 55 and older, will meet March 7, 11 a.m.-noon, YMCA adult lounge. Info: 934-6006.
Kindergarten Registration
St. Nicholas School, Sunman, will hold kindergarten registration March 7, noon-7 p.m., for children who will be 5 years old by Aug. 1. Parents must bring copies of the child’s birth certificate and immunization records. Info and appointments: 812-623-2348.
La Leche League
La Leche League of Sunman, a breast-feeding support group, will meet March 7, 5-6 p.m., at Dr. Suzanne Martini’s office, Sunman. Expectant and breast-feeding moms welcome. Info: 812-654-2593.
Auxiliary Meeting
The Knights of St. John ladies auxiliary will meet at the Knights home March 7, 7 p.m. Info: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.
OFC Program
“Introduction to the Mayan Calendar” will be presented March 7, 14 and 21, 7-8:30 p.m, Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $15 for each session or two for $25. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Red Hat Deadline
The Red Hat Belles of Batesville will meet March 14, 11 a.m., Cross County Plaza parking lot below McDonald’s, to carpool to The Grub Co, Osgood, for lunch at noon followed by meeting. Reservations due by March 7: Eleen Weisenbach, 934-3484.
Thursday, March 8
Fire Association Meeting
The Batesville Community Fire Association annual meeting is March 8, 7 p.m., firehouse. It will include a fish supper, board member election, year-end review and safety demonstration.
Ladies’ Auxiliary
The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 Ladies’ Auxiliary will meet March 8, 7 p.m., post home. Info: Patti Weberding, 934-3644.
Immaculata Club
The Immaculata Club, the Oldenburg Academy alumni local chapter, will hold a dinner, meeting and Stanley party March 8, 6 p.m., Mary Beth Dickman’s home. Info and RSVP: 934-9166.
Friday, March 9
Fish Fry
St. Martin Catholic Church, Yorkville, is holding a fish fry March 9, 4:30-7 p.m.
Saturday, March 10
Health Fair
Indiana University East nursing students are hosting a health fair March 10, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Sunman American Legion hall. Persons will also have an opportunity to donate blood. Appointments: 270-339-4062.
Self Defense Class
A women’s self defense class will be offered March 10, 10 a.m.-noon, Southeastern Indiana YMCA. Cost: free to Y members; nonmembers, $10. Info and to register: 934-6006 or www.siymca.org.
Bowling Fundraiser
A Dutch doubles bowling fundraiser will be held March 10, 6:30 p.m., East Bowl. Cost: $15, includes three games, shoes and snacks. Proceeds benefit East Central High School After Prom.
Sunday, March 11
OFC Program
“Coffee Talk – Resurrection Mysteries: New Prayers for the Rosary” will be presented March 11, 10:45 a.m.-noon, meet in Sisters of St. Francis Chapel, Oldenburg. Freewill offering. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Wed., March 14
Card Party
The St. Anne’s Ladies Sodality is sponsoring a card party March 14, 1-4:30 p.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris, lower hall.
Thursday, March 15
Kindergarten Registration
Batesville Primary School will have kindergarten registration March 15, 8:15 a.m.-2:15 p.m. and 5-7:15 p.m., BPS cafeteria and gym. Children must be 5 on or before Aug. 1. Parents should only bring the kindergarten child, along with the child’s original birth certificate and current immunization records. To schedule a half hour session: 934-4509. In case of snow, registration will be held March 20 at same scheduled times.
“The Birthplace of Professional Baseball”
Greg Rhoads, Cincinnati Reds historian, will hold a free class, “The Birthplace of Professional Baseball,” March 15, 5 p.m., Batesville Memorial Public Library.
Friday, March 16
Fish Fry
St. Martin Catholic Church, Yorkville, is holding a fish fry March 16, 4:30-7 p.m.
Sunday, March 18
Breakfast
A breakfast will be held March 18, 7 a.m.-noon, Holy Family Catholic Church cafeteria. Proceeds support all Religious education programs.
Breakfast
The Batesville Knights of St. John will host a breakfast March 18, 8 a.m.-noon. Freewill offering. Proceeds benefit Gibault School. Info: 934-2729.
Monday, March 19
NAMI
The National Alliance on Mental Illness is hosting “Recovery in Mental Illness” March 19, 6:30-8 p.m., Lawrenceburg Public Library, Ewbank Room, 150 Mary St.
Friday, March 23
Fish Fry
St. Martin Catholic Church, Yorkville, is holding a fish fry March 23, 4:30-7 p.m.
March 28-29
Quiltmakers
Batesville Quiltmakers will meet March 28-29 for Sew Days, Batesville Memorial Public Library, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Info and program details: Carolyn Tully, 812-689-7012.
Friday, March 30
Fish Fry
St. Martin Catholic Church, Yorkville, is holding a fish fry March 30, 4:30-7 p.m.
Tuesday, April 3
Scrapbooking
The Sassy Scrappers scrapbooking group for ladies 12 and older meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month, including April 3, 6 p.m., Church on the Rock, 407 N. Township Line Road. Participants should bring their own supplies. RSVP so work spaces and refreshments can be arranged: 934-3154.
Wednesday, April 4
Live Y’ers
Live Y’ers, organized by the Southeastern Indiana YMCA for those 55 and older, will meet April 4, 11 a.m.-noon, YMCA adult lounge. Info: 934-6006.
La Leche League
La Leche League of Sunman, a breast-feeding support group, will meet April 4, 5-6 p.m., at Dr. Suzanne Martini’s office, Sunman. Expectant and breast-feeding moms welcome. Info: 812-654-2593.
Auxiliary Meeting
The Knights of St. John ladies auxiliary will meet at the Knights home April 4, 7 p.m. Info: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.
Thursday, April 5
Masonic Meeting
Batesville Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold its monthly meeting April 5, 7 p.m.
Saturday, April 7
Masonic Breakfast
Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve a monthly all-you-can-eat breakfast April 7, 6-10 a.m. Minimum donation: adults, $5; children 6-12, $3; under 6, free. Takeout orders: 934-3144.
Wednesday, April 11
Card Party
The St. Anne’s Ladies Sodality is sponsoring a card party April 11, 1-4:30 p.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris, lower hall.
Thursday, April 12
Ladies’ Auxiliary
The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 Ladies’ Auxiliary will meet April 12, 7 p.m., post home. Info: Patti Weberding, 934-3644.
Saturday, April 14
After Hours
Concert Series
Mark Buselli and the Ball State University Big Band performs a free show as part of the Batesville Memorial Public Library After Hours Concert Series April 14, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, April 17
BAHS Meeting
The Batesville Area Historical Society will meet April 17, 7 p.m., Batesville Memorial Public Library.
Thursday, April 19
Scholarship Deadline
Nora E. Wonning Scholarship Trust Fund first-year and renewal applications are available from Batesville High School and Oldenburg Academy guidance counselors’ offices and due to BHS principal Sherri Preston by 4 p.m. April 19.
Wednesday, April 25
Quiltmakers
Batesville Quiltmakers will meet April 25, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Crossroads, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Info and program details: Carolyn Tully, 812-689-7012.
Tuesday, May 1
Scrapbooking
The Sassy Scrappers scrapbooking group for ladies 12 and older meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month, including May 1, 6 p.m., Church on the Rock, 407 N. Township Line Road. Participants should bring their own supplies. RSVP so work spaces and refreshments can be arranged: 934-3154.
Wednesday, May 2
Live Y’ers
Live Y’ers, organized by the Southeastern Indiana YMCA for those 55 and older, will meet May 2, 11 a.m.-noon, YMCA adult lounge. Info: 934-6006.
La Leche League
La Leche League of Sunman, a breast-feeding support group, will meet May 2, 5-6 p.m., at Dr. Suzanne Martini’s office, Sunman. Expectant and breast-feeding moms welcome. Info: 812-654-2593.
Auxiliary Meeting
The Knights of St. John ladies auxiliary will meet at the Knights home May 2, 7 p.m. Info: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.
Thursday, May 3
Masonic Meeting
Batesville Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold its monthly meeting May 3, 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 5
Masonic Breakfast
Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve a monthly all-you-can-eat breakfast May 5, 6-10 a.m. Minimum donation: adults, $5; children 6-12, $3; under 6, free. Takeout orders: 934-3144.
Wednesday, May 9
Card Party
The St. Anne’s Ladies Sodality is sponsoring a card party May 9, 1-4:30 p.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris, lower hall.
Thursday, May 10
Ladies’ Auxiliary
The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 Ladies’ Auxiliary will meet May 10, 7 p.m., post home. Info: Patti Weberding, 934-3644.
Wednesday, May 23
Quiltmakers
Batesville Quiltmakers will meet May 23, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Crossroads, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Info and program details: Carolyn Tully, 812-689-7012.
Saturday, May 26
After Hours
Concert Series
Southern Indiana’s Troubadours of Divine Bliss perform a free folk music show as part of the Batesville Memorial Public Library After Hours Concert Series May 26, 7 p.m.
Saturday, June 2
Masonic Breakfast
Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve a monthly all-you-can-eat breakfast June 2, 6-10 a.m. Minimum donation: adults, $5; children 6-12, $3; under 6, free. Takeout orders: 934-3144.
Tuesday, June 5
Scrapbooking
The Sassy Scrappers scrapbooking group for ladies 12 and older meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month, including June 5, 6 p.m., Church on the Rock, 407 N. Township Line Road. Participants should bring their own supplies. RSVP so work spaces and refreshments can be arranged: 934-3154.
Wednesday, June 6
Live Y’ers
Live Y’ers, organized by the Southeastern Indiana YMCA for those 55 and older, will meet June 6, 11 a.m.-noon, YMCA adult lounge. Info: 934-6006.
La Leche League
La Leche League of Sunman, a breast-feeding support group, will meet June 6, 5-6 p.m., at Dr. Suzanne Martini’s office, Sunman. Expectant and breast-feeding moms welcome. Info: 812-654-2593.
Auxiliary Meeting
The Knights of St. John ladies auxiliary will meet at the Knights home June 6, 7 p.m. Info: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.
Thursday, June 7
Masonic Meeting
Batesville Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold its monthly meeting June 7, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, June 13
Card Party
The St. Anne’s Ladies Sodality is sponsoring a card party June 13, 1-4:30 p.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris, lower hall.
Thursday, June 14
Ladies’ Auxiliary
The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 Ladies’ Auxiliary will meet June 14, 7 p.m., post home. Info: Patti Weberding, 934-3644.
Tuesday, June 19
BAHS Meeting
The Batesville Area Historical Society will meet June 19, 7 p.m., Batesville Memorial Public Library.
Wednesday, June 27
Quiltmakers
Batesville Quiltmakers will meet June 27, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Crossroads, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Info and program details: Carolyn Tully, 812-689-7012.
Saturday, Aug. 25
After Hours
Concert Series
Acoustic folk quartet Wild Carrot and the Roots Band, Cincinnati, performs a free show as part of the Batesville Memorial Public Library After Hours Concert Series Aug. 25, 7 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 6
After Hours
Concert Series
Jazz pianist Dave Hepler, Indianapolis, performs a free show as part of the Batesville Memorial Public Library After Hours Concert Series Oct. 6, 7 p.m.
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s for Activities to diane.raver @batesvilleheraldtribune. com. For the print edition, items are due by noon Wednesday. Submissions may also be made in person, by fax at 812-934-6406 or by mail at 475 N. Huntersville Road, Batesville, IN 47006. E-mail is preferred.
Saturday, Feb. 11
Grower/Producer
Conference
The Journey to Local Sustainable Food Grower/Producer Conference is Feb. 11, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Sherman House. Speakers, vendors, lunch. The cost is $15, payable at the door. Info and to register (preferably by Feb. 6): Kathy Cooley, 934-6677.
Steak Fry and Dance
Prell-Bland American Legion Post 271 is hosting a steak fry and dance Feb. 11. Social hour, 6-7 p.m.; dinner, 7 p.m.; dance, 8 p.m. Cost: $15. Info and tickets: John Baumer, 934-4309.
Evening of
Sweet Dreams
An Evening of Sweet Dreams, sponsored by the Arts & Cultural Council of Decatur County, is Feb. 11, 6 p.m., Greensburg Knights of Columbus hall, 1308 W. Main St. Dinner and dancing. Tickets are $40 per person. Info and to purchase tickets: www.artsingreensburg.com or 812-663-8600.
Valentine Dance
St. Anne’s Ladies Society is hosting a St. Valentine’s Day Dance with music by Music-N-Motion Feb. 11, 7:30-11:30 p.m., Schad Hall, Morris. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $10 in advance; $15 at the door. Bring your own beverages. Silent auction. Proceeds go toward St. Anne’s Ladies Society and St. Anthony’s Preschool. Info and tickets: Lisa Ludwig, 812-623-2128 or tltjkd@etczone.com.
Sat.-Thu., Feb. 11-23
Buy One Get One
The Batesville High School freshman class will be selling Buy One Get One Free cards Feb. 11-23. Cost $5. Proceeds will be used for their Spring 2014 prom. Info: 934-4384.
Sunday, Feb. 12
Sweetheart Breakfast
St. Louis Ladies Auxiliary 11 of the Knights of St. John are sponsoring a sweetheart breakfast Feb. 12, 7 a.m.-noon, Knights home. Charities will be remembered with a freewill offering. Info: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.
Stillboard/Trap Shoot
St. Anne’s Catholic Church, Hamburg, is sponsoring a trap and stillboard shoot Feb. 12, 11 a.m., Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg. Prizes: meat and money.
Pro-Life Bowl and Dinner
The 24th annual Pro-Life Scotch Doubles Bowl and Spaghetti Dinner is Feb. 12. Bowling shifts, 1 and 3 p.m., East Bowl. Dinner, 4 p.m., Knights of Columbus clubroom. Cost: $24 for two for bowling and dinner; dinner only, freewill offering. Families welcome. Tickets: 934-4054. Proceeds benefit area pro-life groups.
Mon.-Mon., Feb. 13-20
YMCA Registration
The Southeastern Indiana YMCA Spring I session program registration begins Feb. 13 for members and Feb. 16 for potential members. Programs begin Feb. 20. Info: www.siymca.org or 934-6006.
Tuesday, Feb. 14
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor Knit Night Feb. 14, 6 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.
Solo Card Party
The Knights of St. John, Batesville, will host a solo card party Feb. 14, 7 p.m.
Alzheimer’s Group
Caregivers of Alzheimer’s disease patients will meet Feb. 14, 7 p.m., Batesville Memorial Public Library. Info: 888-422-2691.
Tea Party Meeting
Don Bates, a candidate for Indiana 6th District Representative seat, will be the speaker at the Feb. 14 Batesville Area Tea Party meeting, 7 p.m., LaRosa’s Pizzeria.
Feb. 15 and 23
Kindergarten Parent Meetings
Batesville Community School Corp. will host kindergarten parent meetings Feb. 15 and 23, 6-7 p.m., Batesville Primary School cafeteria, to present full and half day options for the 2012-13 school year. Parents should attend one of these meetings.
Thursday, Feb. 16
OFC Program
T’ai chi chih will be presented on five Thursdays (Feb. 16-March 22), 7-8:30 p.m., Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $15 each or $65 for the series. Info: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Friday, Feb. 17
Fish Fry
The Batesville Knights of St. John will hold a fish fry Feb. 17, 4:30-8 p.m. Carryouts: 934-2641.
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor February Fun and Frolic! for grades 6-12 Feb. 17, 7 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.
Saturday, Feb. 18
OFC Program
“Hope in Diversity: Looking at Our Relationships” will be presented Feb. 18, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $45. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Cornhole Tournament
The East Central Trojan Baseball Boosters are hosting a cornhole tournament Feb. 18, noon, St. John Lutheran Church, Hubbells Corner, 12523 North Dearborn Road, Sunman, Fellowship Hall. Cost: adults, $40 per team; students, $30 per team. Registration, 11 a.m. Info: Laura Soos, 513-205-7995 or lauraasoos@gmail.com.
Chili and Soup Dinner
St. Maurice Catholic Church, Greensburg, is having a chili and chicken noodle soup dinner Feb. 18, 4:30-7 p.m., parish hall. Freewill offering.
Sunday, Feb. 19
Breakfast
Oldenburg Knights of St. John will host a breakfast Feb. 19, 7 a.m.-noon, Holy Family Church cafeteria. Freewill offering. Partial proceeds benefit Tri-County Council for Special People.
Stillboard/Trap Shoot
The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Men’s Auxiliary will have a stillboard and trapshoot Feb. 19, 11 a.m., Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg. Prizes: meat and money.
Healthy Kids Carnival
The Southeastern Indiana YMCA Healthy Kids Day Carnival, which is open to the public, is Feb. 19, 1-3:30 p.m., YMCA gymnasium. Info: 934-6006.
Monday, Feb. 20
Inviting Catholics Home
Inviting Catholics Home, a program for nonpracticing Catholics who are seeking answers to questions about returning to the church, will be held Feb. 20 and 27 and March 5 and 12, 7-8 p.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Leon. Info: 812-623-3642.
Social Security Meeting Deadline
A meeting explaining the basics of the Social Security program and benefits will be held Feb. 23, 7 p.m., St. Mark Evangelical Lutheran Church. Enter through ground-level double doors on West Pearl Street. RSVP by Feb. 20: Diane Buzard, 934-4246 or dbstmark @gmail.com. Please include number of people attending, names and phone numbers.
Tuesday, Feb. 21
FAFSA Workshop
A Free Application for Federal Student Aid workshop is Feb. 21, 1-7 p.m., Franklin County High School. National Center for College Costs experts will help families complete the FAFSA and answer questions. Also, Feb. 27, Oldenburg Academy.
BAHS Meeting
The Batesville Area Historical Society will meet Feb. 21, 7 p.m., BAHS Museum. Bruce Rippe will talk about the progress being made on Romweber Flats.
Wednesday, Feb. 22
Quiltmakers
Batesville Quiltmakers will meet Feb. 22, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Crossroads, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Info and program details: Carolyn Tully, 812-689-7012.
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor a homeschool movie program, “Charlotte’s Web,” Feb. 22, 2 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.
Fish Fry
The St. Louis School seventh grade fish fry is Feb. 22, 4-7:30 p.m. Freewill offering. Proceeds go toward their eighth-grade class trip.
Friday, Feb. 24
Fish Fry
Eagle Fire Co., Oldenburg, is hosting a fish fry Feb. 24, 4-7 p.m., Holy Family Catholic Church cafeteria, Oldenburg. Cost: adults, $9; children, $5.
Fish Fry
St. Martin Catholic Church, Yorkville, is holding a fish fry Feb. 24, 4:30-7 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 25
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Free ballroom dance lessons will be presented Feb. 25 and March 3, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Ault Chiropractic, 701 Tekulve Avenue. The final lesson takes place March 10 during the Glenn Miller Orchestra dinner/dance event. Info: 933-0355.
Sunday, Feb. 26
Stillboard/Trap Shoot
Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg, will host a stillboard and trap shoot Feb. 26, 11 a.m. Prizes: meat and money.
“God With Us”
Elaine Bergman and Pam Crum, Sunman, will present “God With Us,” a free classical, traditional and contemporary sacred music concert Feb. 26, 1:30 p.m., Adams Lutheran Church. Info: 812-623-3380.
Girl Scout Cookie Sale Ends
Area Girl Scouts will be selling cookies at local businesses, including Kroger, KTS Food Mart, Gillman Do It Best Home Center and Pamida, until Feb. 26.
Monday, Feb. 27
FAFSA Workshop
A Free Application for Federal Student Aid workshop is Feb. 27, 1-7 p.m., Oldenburg Academy. National Center for College Costs experts will help families complete the FAFSA and answer questions.
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor a mother-daughter book discussion for grades 6-12 Feb. 27, 7 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.
Tuesday, Feb. 28
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor Knit Night Feb. 28, 6 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.
Thursday, March 1
OFC Program
The Lenten Series: “Four Contemporary Stories of Discovering One’s Way” will be presented Thursdays, March 1, 8, 15 and 22, 6:30-8 p.m., Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $15 per session or two for $25. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
OFC Program
T’ai chi Chih will be presented March 1,8 and 15, 7-8:30 p.m., Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $15 per session. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf. com.
Masonic Meeting
Batesville Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold its monthly meeting March 1, 7 p.m.
Friday, March 2
Fish Fry
St. Martin Catholic Church, Yorkville, is holding a fish fry March 2, 4:30-7 p.m.
Saturday, March 3
Masonic Breakfast
Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve a monthly all-you-can-eat breakfast March 3, 6-10 a.m. Minimum donation: adults, $5; children 6-12, $3; under 6, free. Takeout orders: 934-3144.
OFC Program
“What Does It Mean to Be Salt of Earth?” will be presented March 3, 9-11 a.m., Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $25. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Steak Fry
The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 men’s auxiliary will host a steak fry March 3, 5:30-8 p.m. with music by Alan Crum and karaoke, 8:30-11:30 p.m. Cost: $20. Info and tickets: Dogger, 216-9990.
Sunday, March 4
Spud, Soup and Salad
St. John’s United Church of Christ, Huntersville, will have a freewill offering lunch, featuring baked potatoes, salad bar and soups March 4, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., dining room. Silent auction.
Tuesday, March 6
Scrapbooking
The Sassy Scrappers scrapbooking group for ladies 12 and older meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month, including March 6, 6 p.m., Church on the Rock, 407 N. Township Line Road. Participants should bring their own supplies. RSVP so work spaces and refreshments can be arranged: 934-3154.
Wednesday, March 7
Live Y’ers
Live Y’ers, organized by the Southeastern Indiana YMCA for those 55 and older, will meet March 7, 11 a.m.-noon, YMCA adult lounge. Info: 934-6006.
Kindergarten Registration
St. Nicholas School, Sunman, will hold kindergarten registration March 7, noon-7 p.m., for children who will be 5 years old by Aug. 1. Parents must bring copies of the child’s birth certificate and immunization records. Info and appointments: 812-623-2348.
La Leche League
La Leche League of Sunman, a breast-feeding support group, will meet March 7, 5-6 p.m., at Dr. Suzanne Martini’s office, Sunman. Expectant and breast-feeding moms welcome. Info: 812-654-2593.
Auxiliary Meeting
The Knights of St. John ladies auxiliary will meet at the Knights home March 7, 7 p.m. Info: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.
OFC Program
“Introduction to the Mayan Calendar” will be presented March 7, 14 and 21, 7-8:30 p.m, Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $15 for each session or two for $25. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Thursday, March 8
Fire Association Meeting
The Batesville Community Fire Association annual meeting is March 8, 7 p.m., firehouse. It will include a fish supper, board member election, year-end review and safety demonstration.
Ladies’ Auxiliary
The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 Ladies’ Auxiliary will meet March 8, 7 p.m., post home. Info: Patti Weberding, 934-3644.
Friday, March 9
Fish Fry
St. Martin Catholic Church, Yorkville, is holding a fish fry March 9, 4:30-7 p.m.
Saturday, March 10
Bowling Fundraiser
A Dutch doubles bowling fundraiser will be held March 10, 6:30 p.m., East Bowl. Cost: $15, includes three games, shoes and snacks. Proceeds benefit East Central High School After Prom.
Sunday, March 11
OFC Program
“Coffee Talk – Resurrection Mysteries: New Prayers for the Rosary” will be presented March 11, 10:45 a.m.-noon, meet in Sisters of St. Francis Chapel, Oldenburg. Freewill offering. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Wed., March 14
Card Party
The St. Anne’s Ladies Sodality is sponsoring a card party March 14, 1-4:30 p.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris, lower hall.
Thursday, March 15
Kindergarten Registration
Batesville Primary School will have kindergarten registration March 15, 8:15 a.m.-2:15 p.m. and 5-7:15 p.m., BPS cafeteria and gym. Children must be 5 on or before Aug. 1. Parents should only bring the kindergarten child, along with the child’s original birth certificate and current immunization records. To schedule a half hour session: 934-4509. In case of snow, registration will be held March 20 at same scheduled times.
Friday, March 16
Fish Fry
St. Martin Catholic Church, Yorkville, is holding a fish fry March 16, 4:30-7 p.m.
Sunday, March 18
Breakfast
A breakfast will be held March 18, 7 a.m.-noon, Holy Family Catholic Church cafeteria. Proceeds help support all Religious education programs.
Friday, March 23
Fish Fry
St. Martin Catholic Church, Yorkville, is holding a fish fry March 23, 4:30-7 p.m.
March 28-29
Quiltmakers
Batesville Quiltmakers will meet March 28-29 for Sew Days, Batesville Memorial Public Library, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Info and program details: Carolyn Tully, 812-689-7012.
Friday, March 30
Fish Fry
St. Martin Catholic Church, Yorkville, is holding a fish fry March 30, 4:30-7 p.m.
Tuesday, April 3
Scrapbooking
The Sassy Scrappers scrapbooking group for ladies 12 and older meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month, including April 3, 6 p.m., Church on the Rock, 407 N. Township Line Road. Participants should bring their own supplies. RSVP so work spaces and refreshments can be arranged: 934-3154.
Wednesday, April 4
Live Y’ers
Live Y’ers, organized by the Southeastern Indiana YMCA for those 55 and older, will meet April 4, 11 a.m.-noon, YMCA adult lounge. Info: 934-6006.
La Leche League
La Leche League of Sunman, a breast-feeding support group, will meet April 4, 5-6 p.m., at Dr. Suzanne Martini’s office, Sunman. Expectant and breast-feeding moms welcome. Info: 812-654-2593.
Auxiliary Meeting
The Knights of St. John ladies auxiliary will meet at the Knights home April 4, 7 p.m. Info: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.
Thursday, April 5
Masonic Meeting
Batesville Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold its monthly meeting April 5, 7 p.m.
Saturday, April 7
Masonic Breakfast
Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve a monthly all-you-can-eat breakfast April 7, 6-10 a.m. Minimum donation: adults, $5; children 6-12, $3; under 6, free. Takeout orders: 934-3144.
Wednesday, April 11
Card Party
The St. Anne’s Ladies Sodality is sponsoring a card party April 11, 1-4:30 p.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris, lower hall.
Thursday, April 12
Ladies’ Auxiliary
The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 Ladies’ Auxiliary will meet April 12, 7 p.m., post home. Info: Patti Weberding, 934-3644.
Saturday, April 14
After Hours
Concert Series
Mark Buselli and the Ball State University Big Band performs a free show as part of the Batesville Memorial Public Library After Hours Concert Series April 14, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, April 17
BAHS Meeting
The Batesville Area Historical Society will meet April 17, 7 p.m., Batesville Memorial Public Library.
Wednesday, April 25
Quiltmakers
Batesville Quiltmakers will meet April 25, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Crossroads, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Info and program details: Carolyn Tully, 812-689-7012.
Tuesday, May 1
Scrapbooking
The Sassy Scrappers scrapbooking group for ladies 12 and older meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month, including May 1, 6 p.m., Church on the Rock, 407 N. Township Line Road. Participants should bring their own supplies. RSVP so work spaces and refreshments can be arranged: 934-3154.
Wednesday, May 2
Live Y’ers
Live Y’ers, organized by the Southeastern Indiana YMCA for those 55 and older, will meet May 2, 11 a.m.-noon, YMCA adult lounge. Info: 934-6006.
La Leche League
La Leche League of Sunman, a breast-feeding support group, will meet May 2, 5-6 p.m., at Dr. Suzanne Martini’s office, Sunman. Expectant and breast-feeding moms welcome. Info: 812-654-2593.
Auxiliary Meeting
The Knights of St. John ladies auxiliary will meet at the Knights home May 2, 7 p.m. Info: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.
Thursday, May 3
Masonic Meeting
Batesville Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold its monthly meeting May 3, 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 5
Masonic Breakfast
Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve a monthly all-you-can-eat breakfast May 5, 6-10 a.m. Minimum donation: adults, $5; children 6-12, $3; under 6, free. Takeout orders: 934-3144.
Wednesday, May 9
Card Party
The St. Anne’s Ladies Sodality is sponsoring a card party May 9, 1-4:30 p.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris, lower hall.
Thursday, May 10
Ladies’ Auxiliary
The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 Ladies’ Auxiliary will meet May 10, 7 p.m., post home. Info: Patti Weberding, 934-3644.
Wednesday, May 23
Quiltmakers
Batesville Quiltmakers will meet May 23, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Crossroads, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Info and program details: Carolyn Tully, 812-689-7012.
Saturday, May 26
After Hours
Concert Series
Southern Indiana’s Troubadours of Divine Bliss perform a free folk music show as part of the Batesville Memorial Public Library After Hours Concert Series May 26, 7 p.m.
Saturday, June 2
Masonic Breakfast
Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve a monthly all-you-can-eat breakfast June 2, 6-10 a.m. Minimum donation: adults, $5; children 6-12, $3; under 6, free. Takeout orders: 934-3144.
Tuesday, June 5
Scrapbooking
The Sassy Scrappers scrapbooking group for ladies 12 and older meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month, including June 5, 6 p.m., Church on the Rock, 407 N. Township Line Road. Participants should bring their own supplies. RSVP so work spaces and refreshments can be arranged: 934-3154.
Wednesday, June 6
Live Y’ers
Live Y’ers, organized by the Southeastern Indiana YMCA for those 55 and older, will meet June 6, 11 a.m.-noon, YMCA adult lounge. Info: 934-6006.
La Leche League
La Leche League of Sunman, a breast-feeding support group, will meet June 6, 5-6 p.m., at Dr. Suzanne Martini’s office, Sunman. Expectant and breast-feeding moms welcome. Info: 812-654-2593.
Auxiliary Meeting
The Knights of St. John ladies auxiliary will meet at the Knights home June 6, 7 p.m. Info: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.
Thursday, June 7
Masonic Meeting
Batesville Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold its monthly meeting June 7, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, June 13
Card Party
The St. Anne’s Ladies Sodality is sponsoring a card party June 13, 1-4:30 p.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris, lower hall.
Thursday, June 14
Ladies’ Auxiliary
The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 Ladies’ Auxiliary will meet June 14, 7 p.m., post home. Info: Patti Weberding, 934-3644.
Tuesday, June 19
BAHS Meeting
The Batesville Area Historical Society will meet June 19, 7 p.m., Batesville Memorial Public Library.
Wednesday, June 27
Quiltmakers
Batesville Quiltmakers will meet June 27, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Crossroads, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Info and program details: Carolyn Tully, 812-689-7012.
Saturday, Aug. 25
After Hours
Concert Series
Acoustic folk quartet Wild Carrot and the Roots Band, Cincinnati, performs a free show as part of the Batesville Memorial Public Library After Hours Concert Series Aug. 25, 7 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 6
After Hours
Concert Series
Jazz pianist Dave Hepler, Indianapolis, performs a free show as part of the Batesville Memorial Public Library After Hours Concert Series Oct. 6, 7 p.m.
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