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Sat.urday, Oct. 27
Absentee Voting
Franklin County registered voters may cast absentee ballots at the clerk’s office in the courthouse, Brookville, on two Saturdays, Oct. 27 and Nov. 3, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., or weekdays, 8:30 a.m.- 4 p.m., 765-647-5111, Ext. 3. Ripley County voters may cast absentee ballots Oct. 27 and Nov. 3, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., or weekdays, 8 a.m.-noon and 12:30-4 p.m., courthouse election room, 812-689- 4783. Nov. 5 at noon is the deadline to cast an absentee ballot.
3 vs. 3 Tourney
The Batesville Soccer Club is hosting its annual Batesville Casket Cup 3 vs. 3 Tourney Oct. 27, Bill Gillispie Soccer Park. Registration forms available at www. batesvillesoccer.org or at the concession stand.
Spooktacular
A Spooktacular for students in grades K-6 is Oct. 27, 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Tyson Library upper level, Versailles. Displays, games, a craft and refreshments.
Turkey Dinner
The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 annual turkey dinner is Oct. 27, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Info: Patti Weberding, 934-3644.
Metamora
Trick-or-Treat
Metamora’s trick-or-treat hours are Oct. 27, 5-7 p.m.
Chicken Dinner
and Dance
A chicken dinner will be held at the St. Joseph American Legion, St. Leon, Oct. 27, 5-7:30 p.m. followed by a dance with music by 2 Hot Tacos.
Chicken Dinner
The Laurel Volunteer Fire Department Chicken Dinner is Oct. 27, 5-8 p.m., Laurel Fire House Station No. 1. Cost is $7. Proceeds go toward much needed turnout gear.
Fear Factory Closes
The final Fear Factory tours are Oct. 27, 7-10 p.m., RomWeber Marketplace, enter on Depot Street. Admission $5. Proceeds
benefit Cierra’s Club.
Sat.-Sun., Oct. 27-28
Corn Maze Ends
The annual Metamora Corn Maze, located east of the town off of U.S. 52, is open every Saturday and Sunday in October from 1-5 p.m. Admission is $5, or $4 each for groups over 10. Proceeds benefit the Whitewater Canal Trail.
Sunday, Oct. 28
Breakfast
The Napoleon Volunteer Fire Department will host a pancake and whole hog sausage breakfast Oct. 28, 7 a.m.-1 p.m., firehouse. Freewill offering.
Breakfast
The New Alsace Conservation Club is hosting a sausage and pancake breakfast Oct. 28, 7:30 a.m.-noon, New Alsace American Legion. Cost: adults, $8; children under 10, $4; under 3, free.
Breakfast
A Columbus Day Breakfast will be held Oct. 28, 8 a.m.-noon, Batesville Knights of Columbus hall. Freewill offering. Proceeds go to American Legion Baseball Team.
Stillboard/ Trap Shoot
Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg, will host a stillboard and trap shoot Oct. 28, 11 a.m. Prizes: meat and money.
Turkey Dinner
St. John’s, Enochsburg, annual turkey dinner is Oct. 28, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: adults, $9; children, $4. Raffles, turtle soup.
Parent-to-Parent Gathering
A junior high parent-to-parent gathering to learn more about Oldenburg Academy from a parent perspective will be held Oct. 28, 4:30-6:30 p.m., RomWeber Market-place. Use north en-trance on Depot Street near Pearl Street. Info: Jenny Geers, 212-7374 or jengeers@etczone.-com.
Election Prayer Service
An election prayer service with patriotic rosary will be held Oct. 28, 7 p.m., St. Louis Catholic Church.
Monday, Oct. 29
Passing on
Personal Possessions
“Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate?: A Guide to Passing on Personal Possessions,” presented by the Brookville/Franklin County Chamber of Commerce, is Oct. 29, 6:30-8 p.m., Brookville Public Library.
Tuesday, Oct. 30
Flu Vaccine Clinic
The Franklin County Health Department flu vaccine clinic is Oct. 30, 10 a.m.-noon, Laurel Library. Once insurance cards are shown, workers can file vaccine costs with some insurance plans. Prices vary. Limited amount of free flu vaccines for uninsured children and children with Medicaid. Info: 765-647-4322.
Haunted History
Attendees can tell ghostly stories and listen to Franklin County spooky tales and legends Oct. 30, 2:30 p.m., Laurel Library.
4-H Fun and
Friendly Halloween
A free 4-H Fun and Friendly Halloween, sponsored by Franklin County 4-H and the Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service, is Oct. 30, 5-7 p.m., 4-H fairgrounds, Brookville. Attendees are urged to wear costumes and bring canned food for the local pantry. Parade at 5:30 p.m., story time at 6 p.m., plus trick-or-treating, a recycled scarecrow contest, crafts and games.
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor Jack-O-Lantern Carving for Teens Oct. 30, 6:30 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.
Support Group
A support group for individuals and/or family members to receive mutual support, education, advocacy and service regarding mental health issues meets the last Tuesday of the month, including Oct. 30, 7-8:30 p.m., Decatur County Memorial Hospital, Greensburg, OB conference room. Confidentially honored. Info: Linda Ricke, 812-663-6370.
Wednesday, Oct. 31
Batesville Toastmasters
Batesville Toastmasters meetings, which are open to the public, will be held every other Wednesday until the end of the year, including Oct. 31, noon-1 p.m., Hillcrest Country Club. Info: Susi Wolfe, 934-3462.
Halloween Parade
The Prell-Bland American Legion Post 271 Halloween Parade is Oct. 31, 6 p.m. The procession starts from Batesville Memorial Pool, going south on Mulberry Street, east on West Pearl Street and south on South Main Street, ending in front of the Memorial Building, where each child will receive a bag of treats.
Batesville
Trick-or-Treat
Batesville’s trick-or-treat hours are Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
Sunman
Trick-or-Treat
Sunman’s trick-or-treat hours are Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
Oldenburg
Trick-or-Treat
Oldenburg’s trick-or-treat hours are Oct. 31, 6:30-8 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 1
Masonic Meeting
Batesville Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold its monthly meeting Nov. 1, 7 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 2
Food Giveaway
A Ripley County Food Pantry large food giveaway is Nov. 2, 11 a.m. until the food runs out, Osgood fairgrounds. Persons in need who live in Laughery, Center, Delaware, Jackson, Johnson and Otter Creek townships are eligible to attend. Also Dec. 7.
Democratic Dinner
The Franklin County Democratic Dinner/Auction is Nov. 2, 6:30 p.m., Brookville Knights of Columbus hall, 333 Main St. Doors open, 6 p.m. Cost: $20.
Halloween Dance
Batesville Eagles Aerie 1130 will host a Halloween Dance with music by Now and Then Band Nov. 2, 8 p.m.-midnight.
Vendor Sign-Up Deadline
St. Mark Lutheran Church is looking for vendors for its upcoming Holiday Craft Fair Dec. 8, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $25 per table or $40 for two. Sign-up deadline is Nov. 2: Julie Fischmer, 513-292-5405 or julieturner65@yahoo. com.
Saturday, Nov. 3
Masonic Breakfast
Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve a monthly all-you-can-eat breakfast Nov. 3, 6-10 a.m. Minimum donation: adults, $5; children 6-12, $3; under 6, free. Takeout orders: 934-3144.
Absentee Voting
Franklin County registered voters may cast absentee ballots at the clerk’s office in the courthouse, Brookville, Nov. 3, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., or weekdays, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., 765-647-5111, Ext. 3. Ripley County voters may cast absentee ballots Oct. 27 and Nov. 3, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., or weekdays, 8 a.m.-noon and 12:30-4 p.m., courthouse election room, 812-689-4783. Nov. 5 at noon is the deadline to cast an absentee ballot.
Chili Cookoff
The Merchants Association of Metamora Chili Cookoff is Nov 3, 11 a.m.-3p.m., firehouse. Starting at noon, diners can rate their favorite chili for the People’s Choice Award and hear live entertainment. Cash prizes. Info: www.metamoraindiana.com/chili-cookoffentry.htm.
Benefit Dinner
A freewill donation fried chicken benefit dinner to assist with medical expenses for Josh Siefert, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in an ATV accident, is Nov. 3, 4-7 p.m. St. Mary’s of the Rock Church Hall, Batesville. Raffle, live band 8 p.m.-midnight. Info: Beth Neukam, 812-212-0047.
Stew Festival
The Whistleberry Stew Festival, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of New Point, is Nov. 3, 4-7 p.m., New Point Community Center. Freewill offering. Proceeds benefit Riley Hospital for Children, Indianapolis.
Fall Cookout
The public is invited to a free hot dog meal Nov. 3, 5-7:30 p.m., Batesville Baptist Church. Children’s games and activities. Info: 934-5384.
Steak Fry and Dance
Prell-Bland American Legion Post 271 will host a steak fry and dance Nov. 3. Social hour, 6-7 p.m.; dinner, 8 p.m. Cost: $15. Info and tickets: John Baumer, 934-4309.
Acoustic Quartet
Ma Crow and the Lady Slippers entertain at a free concert Nov. 3, 7 p.m., Batesville Memorial Public Library.
Sat.-Sun., Nov. 3-4
Craft Show/Chicken Dinner
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Dover, will hold its annual fall craft show Nov. 3, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and Nov. 4, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Chicken dinner Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Raffle. Info: 812-576-4302 or www.stjohn dover.org.
Sunday, Nov. 4
Holiday Bazaar
The Beta Sigma Phi Theta Nu chapter Holiday Bazaar is Nov. 4, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Batesville Primary School. Info: Lou Voegele, 934-3394.
Trap and
Stillboard Shoot
The Hamburg Knights of St. John trap and stillboard shoot is Nov. 4, 11 a.m., Tri- Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg.
Ham and Sauerkraut Dinner
The St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Finks Road, Osgood, Men’s Club is sponsoring its annual ham and sauerkraut dinner Nov. 4, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Freewill offering.
Turkey Dinner
A turkey dinner/holiday bazaar will be held Nov. 4, noon-5 p.m., New Alsace American Legion. All-you-can-eat buffet, raffle, country store, crafts.
Stillboard Shoot
Batesville Sons of the American Legion will host a stillboard shoot Nov. 4, noon, Prell-Bland American Legion Post 271. Info: 934-2228.
Stillboard Shoot
A variety stillboard shoot will be held Nov. 4, noon, St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Sunman. Proceeds benefit St. Nicholas School.
Turkey Bingo
The St. Peter’s Turkey Bingo is Nov. 4, 6:30 p.m., community building, 1207 East Road, St. Peter’s. Raffle. All proceeds will be given to charity.
Monday, Nov. 5
Absentee Voting
Registered voters may cast absentee ballots at the clerk’s office in the Ripley County Courthouse, Versailles, weekdays, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., or Nov. 3, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., 812-689-4783; or in the Franklin County Courthouse, Brookville, weekdays, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., or Nov. 3, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., 765-647-5111, Ext. 3. Nov. 5 at noon is the deadline to cast an absentee ballot.
D of I
The Daughters of Isabella will meet Nov. 5, 7 p.m., Batesville Knights of Columbus hall. Bring a donation for the chocolate social.
Mon.-Mon., Nov. 5-12
YMCA Registration
The Southeastern Indiana YMCA Holiday 2012 session program registration begins Nov. 5 for members and Nov. 8 for potential members. Programs begin Nov. 12. Info: www.si ymca.org or 934-6006.
Tuesday, Nov. 6
WWII Discussion Group
The World War II Discussion Group will meet Nov. 6, 10 a.m., Chateau of Batesville. Celebrities of the war will be discussed.
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor Make and Take it Tuesday in the Children’s Room. 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 Nov. 6, 6 p.m., Church on the Rock. Bring supplies. RSVP: 934-3154.
Knights of St. John
The Batesville Knights of St. John Commandery No. 243 will meet at the Knights home Nov. 6, 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 7
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor Fun with Friends Afternoon Bridge, a Friends of the Library fundraiser, Nov. 7, 12:30 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.
La Leche League
La Leche League of Sunman, a breast-feeding support group, will meet Nov. 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 Nov. 7, 7 p.m. Info: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.
Thursday, Nov. 8
Library Happenings
On Nov. 8, the Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor a Computers 101 Workshop, 10 a.m.; Book Buddies – Whoo Doesn’t Love Owls, 4:30 p.m.; and Booked on Thursday, Reading Group, Nov. 8. Info: 812-663-2826.
Ladies’ Auxiliary
The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 Ladies’ Auxiliary will meet Nov. 8, 7 p.m., post home. Info: Patti Weberding, 934-3644.
Saturday, Nov. 10
Large Item Pickup
On Nov. 10, Batesville offers curbside pickup of large items from residents’ homes starting at 5 a.m. Acceptable items: clothing; furniture, bedsprings and mattresses; rugs and carpet pieces; rubber hose; appliances; wood, bundled 4 feet or shorter, 75 pounds maximum; insulation; cans and buckets, totally cleaned and dry; paint cans containing dried paint only. Refrigera-tors, air-conditioning units and freezers must have stickers showing chlorofluorocarbons were removed. Info: 933-6100.
Turkey Dinner
The Batesville United Methodist Church Turkey Dinner is Nov. 10, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Carryouts, 4-6:30 p.m. cost: adults, $8; children, $5.
Sunday, Nov. 11
Coffee Talk
Coffee Talk: Praying with God’s Holy Ones will be presented Nov. 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.
Stillboard/
Trap Shoot
The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Men’s Auxiliary will have a stillboard and trap shoot Nov. 11, 11 a.m., Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg. Prizes: meat and money. All proceeds go to the Karen Eckstein family.
Cemetery Meeting
The Evangelical Union Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting Nov. 11, 11:30 a.m., St. John Lutheran Church, Hubbles Corner.
Chocolate Social
The Daughters of Isabella Chapter 1384 will host a chocolate social Nov. 11, 2-4 p.m., Holy Family Church cafeteria, Oldenburg, for guys and gals 18 and over. Cost: $5 plus a chocolate treat to share. Door prizes, split the pot, games. Info: 934-6668.
Monday, Nov. 12
Men’s Night
Men’s Night will be presented Nov. 12, 7-8:30 p.m., Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Freewill offering. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Tuesday, Nov. 13
Property Taxes Due
Franklin County real estate and personal property taxes are due Nov. 13. Info: 765-647-5121.
Napoleon
Senior Club
The Napoleon Senior Club meets Nov. 13, 6 p.m., Napoleon Community Center. Bring a covered dish and table service for a Thanksgiving meal. Also, bring nonperishable food items for Batesville food pantry. Info: Jean Huber, 934-2245.
Farm-City Banquet
The Farm-City Banquet, sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Batesville, Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce and Batesville High School FFA, is Nov. 13, 6:30 p.m., Batesville Middle School commons. Doors open, 6 p.m. Cost: $7 in advance at Hertel Shoe Store, FCN Bank, Geis Electronics, Appliances, Bedding and Furniture, BACC or from FFA members; or $9 at the door. Info: Dr. Jim Roberts or Ed Krause, 934-2194.
Solo Card Party
The Knights of St. John, Batesville, will host a solo card party Nov. 13, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 14
Quiltmakers
Batesville Quiltmakers will meet Nov. 14, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Batesville Memorial Public Library. Info: Carolyn Tully, 812-689-7012.
Batesville Toastmasters
The Batesville Toastmasters meeting, which is open to the public, is Nov. 14, noon-1 p.m., Hillcrest Country Club. Info: Susi Wolfe, 934-3462.
Card Party
The St. Anne’s Ladies Sodality is sponsoring a card party Nov. 14, 1-4:30 p.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris, lower hall.
OFC Program
A contemplative prayer program will be presented Nov. 14, 3-4:30 p.m., Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $5. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf. com.
Thursday, Nov. 15
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor Let’s Dance for grades 6-12 Nov. 15, 6:30 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.
Nov. 16 and Nov. 18
“Alice in Wonderland”
The Batesville High School Drama Club presents “Alice in Wonderland” Nov. 16, 7 p.m., and Nov. 18, 2 p.m., auditorium. Tickets at $5 will be sold the week before the show at BHS and Batesville Middle School offices. A Mad Hatter’s Tea Party is Nov. 18, 2 p.m. For an extra $5, students can mingle and have photos taken with costumed characters and enjoy cupcakes and juice.
Sunday, Nov. 18
Breakfast
The Sunman Area Life Squad freewill donation whole hog sausage and pancake breakfast is Nov. 18, 7 a.m.-noon, Sunman Elementary School. Info: 812-623-2763.
Turkey Bingo/Raffle
The St. Paul’s Ladies Sodality annual turkey bingo and raffle is Nov. 18, 6 p.m., St. Paul’s Catholic Church hall, New Alsace. Doors open at 5 p.m. All proceeds benefit the parish and school.
Monday, Nov. 19
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor a blood drive in the parking lot Nov. 19, noon. Info: 812-663-2826.
Tuesday, Nov. 20
Pioneer Thanksgiving
Batesville Memorial Public Library will host Pioneer Thanksgiving Story Time Nov. 20, 10 and 11:15 a.m. and 12:10 and 5:30 p.m. Info: 934-4706.
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor One on One Computer Time Nov. 20, 2 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.
Wednesday, Nov. 21
FFA Sale Ends
The Batesville High School FFA sale of fruit and beef sticks ends Nov. 21. To order: Cassie Mumaw, 934-4384 , Ext. 12310; or cmumaw@ batesville.k12.in.us.
Stillboard/Trap Shoot
Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg, will host a stillboard and trap shoot Nov. 21, 5:30 p.m. Prizes: meat and money.
Sunday, Nov. 25
Stillboard/Trap Shoot
Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg, will host a stillboard and trap shoot Nov. 25, 11 a.m. Prizes: meat and money.
Monday, Nov. 26
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor Read It and Eat Teen Book Club for grades 6-12 Nov. 26, 6:30 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.
Tuesday, Nov. 27
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will host Food for Thought, sponsored by the Greensburg-Decatur County Chamber of Commerce, Nov. 27, 11 a.m. Info: 812-663-2826.
Support Group
A support group for individuals and/or family members to receive mutual support, education, advocacy and service regarding mental health issues meets the last Tuesday of the month, including Nov. 27, 7-8:30 p.m., Decatur County Memorial Hospital, Greensburg, OB conference room. Confidentially honored. Info: Linda Ricke, 812-663-6370.
Wednesday, Nov. 28
OFC Program
Grieving with God will be presented Nov. 28 and Dec. 5 and 12, 11 a.m.-noon, Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $15 per session. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Batesville Toastmasters
The Batesville Toastmasters meeting, which is open to the public, is Nov. 28, noon-1 p.m., Hillcrest Country Club. Info: Susi Wolfe, 934-3462.
Nov. 30-Dec. 2
Advent Retreat
An Advent Retreat with Joy Carol: The Healing Power of our Stories will be presented Nov. 30, 7 p.m.-Dec. 2, noon, Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost varies. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Saturday, Dec. 1
Masonic Breakfast
Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve a monthly all-you-can-eat breakfast Dec. 1, 6-10 a.m. Minimum donation: adults, $5; children 6-12, $3; under 6, free. Takeout orders: 934-3144.
Sat.-Sun., Dec. 1-2
“Becoming the
Village of Spires”
“Becoming the Village of Spires,” an entertaining and inspiring play celebrating the history of Oldenburg, will be presented Dec. 1, 7 p.m., and Dec. 2, 2 p.m., Oldenburg Academy auditorium. Tickets are $10. Info and tickets: Gary Munchel, 934-6582.
Tuesday, Dec. 4
Scrapbooking
The Sassy Scrappers scrapbooking group for ladies 12 and older meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month, including Dec. 4, 6 p.m., Church on the Rock. Participants should bring their own supplies. RSVP: 934-3154.
Napoleon
Senior Club
The Napoleon Senior Club meets Dec. 4, 6 p.m., Napoleon Community Center. Bring a covered dish, table service and a $5 wrapped toy labeled for a boy or girl for the Batesville food pantry. Info: Jean Huber, 934-2245.
Wednesday, Dec. 5
La Leche League
La Leche League of Sunman, a breast-feeding support group, will meet Dec. 5, 5-6 p.m., at Dr. Suzanne Martini’s office, Sunman. Expectant and breast-feeding moms welcome. Info: 812-654-2593.
Thursday, Dec. 6
Masonic Meeting
Batesville Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold its monthly meeting Dec. 6, 7 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 7
Food Giveaway
A Ripley County Food Pantry large food giveaway is Dec. 7, 11 a.m. until the food runs out, Osgood fairgrounds. Persons in need who live in Laughery, Center, Delaware, Jackson, Johnson and Otter Creek townships are eligible to attend.
Saturday, Dec. 8
Holiday Craft Fair
The St. Mark Lutheran Church Holiday Craft Fair is Dec. 8, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 9
Coffee Talk
Coffee Talk: Advent with Mary will be presented Dec. 9, 10:45 a.m.-noon. Meet in Sisters of St. Francis Chapel, Oldenburg. Freewill offering. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Monday, Dec. 10
Men’s Night
Men’s Night will be presented Dec. 10, 7-8:30 p.m., Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Freewill offering. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Wednesday, Dec. 12
Batesville Toastmasters
The Batesville Toastmasters meeting, which is open to the public, is Dec. 12, noon-1 p.m., Hillcrest Country Club. Info: Susi Wolfe, 934-3462.
Card Party
The St. Anne’s Ladies Sodality is sponsoring a card party Dec. 12, 1-4:30 p.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris, lower hall.
Thursday, Dec. 13
Ladies’ Auxiliary
The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 Ladies’ Auxiliary will meet Dec. 13, 7 p.m., post home. Info: Patti Weberding, 934-3644.
Fri.-Sun., Dec. 14-16
Retreat
A Retreat with Hildegard of Bingen: Visionary, Saint, Healer and Prophet will be presented Dec. 14, 7 p.m.-Dec. 16, noon, Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost varies. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Tuesday, Dec. 18
Children’s Christmas Party
Batesville Memorial Public Library will host a children’s Christmas party with Santa Dec. 18, 7 p.m. Info: 934-4706.
Wednesday, Dec. 19
Batesville Toastmasters
The Batesville Toastmasters meeting, which is open to the public, is Dec. 19, noon-1 p.m., Hillcrest Country Club. Info: Susi Wolfe, 934-3462.
OFC Program
A contemplative prayer program will be presented Dec. 19, 3-4:30 p.m., Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $5. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Saturday, Dec. 29
Bird Count
The Audubon Society Christmas Bird County is Dec. 29, 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Michaela Farm, Oldenburg. Cost: $7 for lunch. Pre-registration required: 812-933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.
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