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Saturday, Jan. 28

Toy Display Ends

The Batesville Area Historical Society Museum Vintage Toy Display is Thursdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., through Jan. 28.

Driver’s Ed Deadline

Registration forms for the spring session of driver’s ed at Batesville High School are available at the BHS main office. They are due back by Jan. 28.

Chicken Dinner

The St. Louis Youth Mission Team is hosting an all-you-can-eat chicken dinner Jan. 28, 5-8 p.m., Batesville Knights of Columbus hall. Cost: adults, $10; kids, $8. Carryouts available. Proceeds got toward summer mission trip to Savannah, Ga.

 

Sat.-Sun., Jan. 28-29

Turtle Soup Sale

Holy Family Catholic Church, Oldenburg, is having a turtle soup sale Jan. 28, The Village Store, Oldenburg; and at church Jan. 28, after 5:30 Mass; and Jan. 29, after 8 and 10 a.m. Masses, if available. All proceeds go to Religious Education Programs.

 

Sunday, Jan. 29

Breakfast

St. Peter’s Catholic Church will have its 10th annual whole hog sausage and pancake breakfast Jan. 29, 7:30 a.m.-noon, community building. Freewill offering. Proceeds benefit the St. Peter’s Parents for Catholic Education Fund. Raffles.

Stillboard/

Trap Shoot

The town of Oldenburg is sponsoring a stillboard and trap shoot Jan. 29, 11 a.m., Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg.

Soup-er Bowl Dinner

DelawareUnited Methodist Churchis hosting a Soup-er Bowl Sunday Dinner Jan. 29, 11:30 a.m. Home cooked soups will be judged by those who eat them with winner announced at 1 p.m. Grilled cheese and peanut butter sandwiches also served.  All proceeds go to Designated Relief Fund.

 

Monday, Jan. 30

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor “’Tweens Celebrate Chinese New Year” for grades 4-6, Jan. 30, 5 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.

Record-Setting

Mini Marathoner

John Webb, 80, one of only nine who have completed all 35 Indianapolis Mini Marathons, will speak Jan. 30, 6 p.m., Batesville High School auditorium. Team Batesville members and other citizens interested in being healthy are invited to the free presentation.

 

Wednesday, Feb. 1

Live Y’ers

Live Y’ers, organized by the Southeastern Indiana YMCA for those 55 and older, will meet Feb. 1, 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 Feb. 1, 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 Feb. 1, 7 p.m. Info: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.

 

Thursday, Feb. 2

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor Book Buddies, “See Your Shadow?” for grades K-3, Feb. 2, 4:30 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.

Masonic Meeting

Batesville Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold its monthly meeting Feb. 2, 7 p.m.

 

Friday, Feb. 3

Fish Dinner

St. Jacob’s United Church of Christ, Blue Creek, is hosting a fish dinner Feb. 3, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Freewill offering.

Sunman Park Board Annual Meeting

The Sunman Park Board will hold its annual meeting Feb. 3, 6 p.m., Sunman Town Hall.

After Hours

Concert Series

Detroit jazz band Planet D Nonet performs a free show as part of the Batesville Memorial Public Library After Hours Concert Series Feb. 3, 7 p.m.

 

Feb. 3 and 6-10

BIS Book Fair

Batesville Intermediate School will hold a book fair Feb. 6-9, 7:45 a.m.-4 p.m. and Feb. 10, 7:45 a.m.-noon. A preview day is Feb. 3, 7:45 a.m.-3 p.m. Family Luau Night is Feb. 6, 3-7 p.m. An online fair will be held Jan. 30-Feb. 18. Info: http://bookfairs. scholastic.com/home page/bis.

 

Saturday, Feb. 4

Masonic Breakfast

Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve a monthly all-you-can-eat breakfast Feb. 4, 6-10 a.m. Minimum donation: adults, $5; children 6-12, $3; under 6, free. Takeout orders: 934-3144.

OFC Program

“Be My Valentine Dinner: Two Hearts – One Love” will be presented Feb. 4, 4-8 p.m., Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $50 per couple. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

Winter Dance

An over 21 winter dance with music by Nuttin’  Fancy will be held Feb. 4, 8 p.m.-midnight, St. John’s Hall, Enochsburg. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. IDs required. Bring your own beverages. Cost: $15. Proceeds go toward hall renovations. Info and tickets: Ray Wuestefeld, 934-4705.

 

Sat.-Sun., Feb. 4-5

Turtle Soup Sale

The St. Louis Mission Team is sponsoring a turtle soup sale Feb. 4, 1-6 p.m. and Feb. 5, 9 a.m.-noon or until sold out, Activity Center. Cost: pint, $3; half gallon, $6; gallon, $12. Proceeds go toward Savannah, Ga., mission trip. Info: Carrie Wesseler, 933-1519.

 

Sunday, Feb. 5

OASIS Breakfast

Oldenburg Academy Students in Sports are hosting an all-you-can-eat breakfast Feb. 5, 7-11 a.m., St. Louis School cafeteria. Freewill donation.

Breakfast

Boy Scout Troop 634 will host a freewill offering breakfast Feb. 5, 9 a.m.-noon, St. John’s United Church of Christ, Huntersville. Proceeds benefit the church and its heating/cooling system.

Coffee Talk

“Noticing Our Guardian Angel” will be presented Feb. 5, 10:45 a.m.-noon. Meet in the Sisters of St. Francis Chapel, Oldenburg. Freewill offering. Info: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

Stillboard/Trap Shoot

Oldenburg Knights of St. John Commandery 220 will host a stillboard and trap shoot Feb. 5, 11 a.m., Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg.  Prizes: meat and money. Partial proceeds benefit Tri-County Council for Special People.

Red Hat Deadline

The Red Hat Belles of Batesville will meet for lunch Feb. 8, noon, Sherman House. Bring a valentine to be sent to troops serving in the military. Reservations due by Feb. 5: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.

 

Monday, Feb. 6

Blood Drive

A community blood drive, sponsored by St. Maurice Catholic Church and conducted by Hoxworth, will be held Feb. 6, 1-6:30 p.m., Napoleon Community Center. Appointments are not necessary but may help minimize waiting. Info or appointments: Arlene Gehl, 812-852-4394.

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor Teacher Chat, “Math in the Classroom,” Feb. 6, 7 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.

D of I

The Daughters of Isabella will meet Feb. 6, 7 p.m., Batesville Knights of Columbus Hall.

 

Tuesday, Feb. 7

World War 2 Discussion Group

The World War 2 Discussion Group will meet Feb. 7, 10 a.m., Batesville Memorial Public Library. A presentation will be given on the years 1940-41, up to the bombing of Pearl Harbor.

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor a make and take Valentine’s Day craft Feb. 7, children’s room, while supplies last. Info: 812-663-2826.

Scrapbooking

The Sassy Scrappers scrapbooking group for ladies 12 and older meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month, including Feb. 7, 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, Feb. 8

Card Party

The St. Anne’s Ladies Sodality is sponsoring a card party  Feb 8, 1-4:30 p.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris, lower hall.

 

Thursday, Feb. 9

Ladies’ Auxiliary

The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 Ladies’ Auxiliary will meet Feb. 9, 7 p.m., post home. Info: Patti Weberding, 934-3644.

 

Thu.-Thu., Feb. 9-23

Buy One Get One

The Batesville High School freshman class will be selling Buy One Get One Free cards Feb. 9-23. Cost $5. Proceeds will be used for their Spring 2014 prom. Info: 934-4384.

 

Friday, Feb. 10

Primary

Filing Deadline

Individual may file declarations of candidacy for nomination as major party candidates for local and county offices for the 2012 primary election through Feb. 10 at noon. Info:  Franklin County, 765-647-5111, Ext. 3; Ripley County, 812-689-4783.

 

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.

 

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.

 

Tuesday, Feb. 14

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor Knit Night Feb. 14, 6 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.

 

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

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.

 

Sunday, Feb. 19

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.

 

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.

 

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.

 

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.

 

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

Masonic Meeting

Batesville Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold its monthly meeting March 1, 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.

 

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.

 

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.

 

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.

 

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.

 

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.

 

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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