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Saturday, Aug. 25

Health and

Safety Day

The free Batesville Memorial Public Library Kids Health and Safety Day suggested for ages pre-kindergarten to third grade is Aug. 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., library parking lot. 

Chicken Dinner

The St. Paul United Methodist Church chicken dinner is Aug. 25, 4-7 p.m., church park shelter, Sunman. Cost $8. Homemade ice cream extra.

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. 

 

Sunday, Aug. 26

Breakfast

The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Men’s Auxiliary will have an all-you-can-eat breakfast Aug. 26, 7 a.m.-noon. Goetta will also be sold in two-pound containers for $5.

Breakfast Buffet

St. Paul’s Ladies Sodality will host a hot breakfast bar buffet Aug. 26, 7:30 a.m.-noon, St. Paul’s Church hall, New Alsace. Freewill donation.

Bultman Reunion

The 88th annual Bultman Reunion is Aug. 26, noon, St. John’s Lutheran Church basement, Napoleon. Bring food to share, soft drinks, table service and white elephant sale item.

Retirement

Open House

A retirement open house and 90th birthday party for longtime Brookville/Franklin County Chamber of Commerce executive director Lois Clark is Aug. 26, 1-4 p.m., Brookville United Methodist Church, 150 E. 8th St.

 

Monday, Aug. 27

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor Read It and Eat! Teen Book Club - “Umwind” Aug. 27, 6:30 p.m Info: 812-663-2826.

 

Tuesday, Aug. 28

Food For Thought

Food for Thought sponsored by the Greensburg Chamber of Commerce will be held Aug. 28, 11 a.m.,  Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library.

RAA Meeting

The Rural Alliance for the Arts annual meeting is Aug. 28, 7 p.m., Batesville Memorial Public Library. 2012-13 season preview, awards presentations, election of board members.

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 Aug. 28, 7-8:30 p.m., Decatur County Memorial Hospital, Greensburg, OB conference room. Confidentially honored. Info: Linda Ricke, 812-663-6370.

 

Saturday, Sept. 1

Masonic Breakfast

Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve a monthly all-you-can-eat breakfast Sept. 1, 6-10 a.m. Minimum donation: adults, $5; children 6-12, $3; under 6, free. Takeout orders: 934-3144.

Car Wash

The Batesville High School volleyball program freewill donation car wash is Sept. 1, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Batesville McDonald’s. Proceeds go to the Side Out Foundation for breast cancer research and awareness.

 

Sat.-Sun., Sept. 1-2

Old-Time

Music Festival

The free Metamora Old-Time Music Festival is Sept. 1, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; and Sept. 2, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. About 40 regional groups will perform in three areas. Also, demonstrations, displays and workshops. Info: metamoramusic. pbworks.com.

 

Sunday, Sept. 2

St. John’s Picnic

The St. John’s, Enochsburg, 75th annual church picnic is Sept. 2. Fried chicken and roast beef dinners served beginning at 11 a.m. Carryouts, games, country store, quilts.

 

Monday, Sept. 3

St. Peter’s Festival

The St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Franklin County, 92nd annual Labor Day Festival is Sept. 3. Chicken dinners served beginning at 10:45 a.m. Raffle, games, country store.

Labor Day Festival

The St. Anthony Labor Day Festival with chicken and roast beef dinners is Sept.  3, 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m., church dining hall. Crafts, games, raffle, booths. Dinners cost $10, adults; $5, children. Carryouts.

 

Tuesday, Sept. 4

Blood Drive

Sunman American Legion, 412 Eastern Avenue, will host a blood drive Sept. 4, 1-6:30 p.m. Info or to schedule an appointment: Roger Lang, 812-623-3685 or www.hoxworth.org/groups/sun man. 

Scrapbooking

The Sassy Scrappers scrapbooking group for ladies 12 and older meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month, including Sept. 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 Sept. 4, 6 p.m., Napoleon Community Center. Bring a covered dish and table service. Info: Jean Huber, 934-2245.

D of I

The Daughters of Isabella will meet Sept. 4, 7 p.m., Batesville Knights of Columbus hall.

Good Grief

Support Group

The next eight-week session of the free Dearborn County Hospital Home Health and Hospice Good Grief Support Group starts Sept. 6, 12:30-2 p.m., 370 Bielby Road, Lawrenceburg. Advance registration by Sept. 4 required: 800-676-5428.

 

Wednesday, Sept. 5

La Leche League

La Leche League of Sunman, a breast-feeding support group, will meet Sept. 5, 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 Sept. 5, 7 p.m. Info: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.

 

Thursday, Sept. 6

Coffee Social

St. John’s Lutheran Church, Napoleon, will have its  monthly coffee social Sept. 6, 4:30 p.m.

Masonic Meeting

Batesville Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold its monthly meeting Sept. 6, 7 p.m.

Red Hat Deadline

The Red Hat Belles of Batesville will meet Sept. 12, noon for  lunch, Ertel Cellars Winery. Reservations due by Sept. 6: Eleen Weisenbach, 934-3484.

 

Friday, Sept. 7

Rummage/Bake Sale

The Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America rummage sale and youth bake sale is Sept. 7, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., St. Mark Evangelical Lutheran Church. From 4-5 p.m., $1 a bag.

Turkey Supper

St. Anne’s Catholic Church, Hamburg, will have its annual turkey supper Sept. 7, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Raffles, kids’ games, music, country store.

 

Fri.-Sat., Sept. 7-8

Canaan Fall Festival

The 48th annual Canaan Fall Festival is Sept. 7-8. Info: Gale Ferris, 812-839-4770.

 

Saturday, Sept. 8

Colon Cancer 5K

The Strollin’ for Your Colon 5K is Sept. 8, 9 a.m., The Hansen Center. The cost is $15/person or $40/family. To register: 933-5257.

Twilight Time Again!

It's Twilight Time Again! Sept. 8, 5-9 p.m., Whitewater Canal State Historic Site, Metamora, features a catered buffet dinner at Grist Mill Park, live music, a horse-drawn carriage ride and canal boat cruise. Cost: $35. Reservations required: www.indianamuseum. org/whitewater. Info: Joanne Williams,765-647-6512. 

 

Mon.-Thu., Sept. 10-13

Donations Welcome

Donations for the  Batesville Vineyard Community Church’s annual free yard sale can be brought to the church Sept. 10-13, 5-9 p.m.

 

Wednesday, Sept. 12

Chamber Luncheon

Business journalist Gerry Dick is the guest speaker at a Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce  luncheon  Sept. 12, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Hillcrest.  Tickets at $15 include a lunch buffet. Reservations: 934-3101 or at 16 E. George St.

Card Party

The St. Anne’s Ladies Sodality is sponsoring a card party  Sept. 12, 1-4:30 p.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris, lower hall.

 

Thursday, Sept. 13

Ladies’ Auxiliary

The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 Ladies’ Auxiliary will meet Sept. 13, 7 p.m., post home. Info: Patti Weberding, 934-3644.

 

Friday, Sept. 14

RCCF Grant Application Deadline

Ripley County Community Foundation fall grant applications must be received by 4 p.m. Sept. 14. Info: 877-234-5220.

 

Saturday, Sept. 15

Free Yard Sale

The Batesville Vineyard Community Church annual free yard sale is Sept. 15, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

 

Saturday, Sept. 22

Golf Outing

The sixth annual golf outing sponsored by the New Alsace Conservation Club is Sept. 22, 9 a.m., Country View Golf Course, Dover. Cost: $55 per person. All proceeds benefit kids going to Karl E. Kelly Conservation Camp. Info or to sign up: Rob Seig, 812-623-5144 or robseig@nalu.net.

 

Tuesday, Sept. 25

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 Sept. 25, 7-8:30 p.m., Decatur County Memorial Hospital, Greensburg, OB conference room. Confidentially honored. Info: Linda Ricke, 812-663-6370.

 

Wednesday, Sept. 26

BHS College Night

The BHS College Night is Sept. 26, 6-7 p.m., auditorium. Post secondary institution representatives will conduct a panel discussion on various topics. Info: Matt Maple, mmaple@batesville.k12.in.us or 934-4384.

 

Tuesday, Oct. 2

Scrapbooking

The Sassy Scrappers scrapbooking group for ladies 12 and older meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month, including Oct. 2, 6 p.m., Church on the Rock. Participants should bring their own supplies. RSVP: 934-3154.

Napoleon

Senior Club

The Napoleon Senior Club meets Oct. 2, 6 p.m., Napoleon Community Center. Bring a covered dish and table service. Info: Jean Huber, 934-2245.

 

Wednesday, Oct. 3

La Leche League

La Leche League of Sunman, a breast-feeding support group, will meet Oct. 3, 5-6 p.m., at Dr. Suzanne Martini’s office, Sunman. Expectant and breast-feeding moms welcome. Info: 812-654-2593.

 

Thursday, Oct. 4

Masonic Meeting

Batesville Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold its monthly meeting Oct. 4, 7 p.m.

 

Fri.-Sat., Oct. 5-6

Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest is Oct. 5-6, St. Joseph American Legion Post 464, St. Leon. Friday, 5-8 p.m., fish fry, karaoke; Saturday, 4 p.m., chicken dinners; 5:30 p.m., grilled pork chop dinners; 6:45 p.m., pie auction; both days, games, food, music. All proceeds go to fund American Legion programs and community activities.

 

Saturday, Oct. 6

Masonic Breakfast

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

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.

 

Sunday, Oct. 7

Holy Family Festival

The Holy Family Catholic Church, Oldenburg, festival is Oct. 7. Chicken and roast beef dinners, 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Cost: adults, $10; children, $6. Evening meal, 4:30-6:30 p.m.; lunch stand, raffles, games.

CROP Walk

The Ripley County CROP Walk to aid the hungry is Oct. 7, 1:30 p.m.,  St. John’s United Church of Christ, Huntersville. Info: www. cropwalk.org. To receive a registration packet: the Rev. Juanita Wallpe, 934-3497.

 

Wednesday, Oct. 10

Card Party

The St. Anne’s Ladies Sodality is sponsoring a card party  Oct. 10, 1-4:30 p.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris, lower hall.

 

Thursday, Oct. 11

Ladies’ Auxiliary

The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 Ladies’ Auxiliary will meet Oct. 11, 7 p.m., post home. Info: Patti Weberding, 934-3644.

 

Friday, Oct. 12

RCCF Grant

Applications Due

Applications available at www.rccfonline.org for the next Ripley County Community Foundation small project grant cycle are due Oct. 12. Info: 933-1098.

 

Tuesday, Oct. 16

BAHS Meeting

The Batesville Area Historical Society will meet Oct. 16, 7 p.m., Batesville Memorial Public Library.

 

Tuesday, Oct. 30

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.

 

Thursday, Nov. 1

Masonic Meeting

Batesville Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold its monthly meeting Nov. 1, 7 p.m.

 

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.

 

Tuesday, Nov. 6

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. Participants should bring their own supplies. RSVP: 934-3154.

Napoleon

Senior Club

The Napoleon Senior Club meets Nov. 6, 6 p.m., Napoleon Community Center. Bring a covered dish and table service. Info: Jean Huber, 934-2245.

 

Wednesday, Nov. 7

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

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.

 

Wednesday, Nov. 14

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.

 

Tuesday, Nov. 27

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.

 

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.

 

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 and table service. 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.

 

Wednesday, Dec. 12

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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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