-- — Please 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. 

 

Saturday, Jan. 14

Safe Passage

Zumbathon® Benefit

“Smilin’, Sweatin’ and Shakin’ for Safe Passage,” a Zumba® fitness class dance party, is Jan. 14, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., South Ripley High School. Proceeds benefit Batesville-based Safe Passage, which provides intervention services to victims of domestic violence. Tickets available from local Zumba® instructors are $15 ahead of time and $20 at the door. Info: Laura Ault, 812-216-7335 or ault7@etczone.com.

“The Great High

School WhoDunIt!”

The Batesville High School Drama Club presents the play “The Great High School WhoDunIt!” Jan. 14, 7 p.m., Batesville Middle School Commons. General admission tickets at $6 for adults and $5 for students can be purchased at the BHS office or door. Info: Lisa Barnett, 934-5175.

 

Sunday, Jan. 15

Breakfast

The Hamburg Knights of St. John will sponsor an all-you-can-eat breakfast Jan. 15, 7 a.m.-noon, Holy Family Church, Oldenburg, cafeteria. Freewill offering. A portion of the profits will go to Hamburg and Oldenburg Religious Education classes, Eagle Fire Co. and Right to Life.

Stillboard/Trap Shoot

Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg, will host a stillboard and trap shoot Jan. 15, 11 a.m.  Prizes: meat and money.

Stillboard Shoot

Prell-Bland American Legion Post 271 will host a stillboard shoot Jan. 15, noon. Proceeds go to the legion’s baseball team.

“Batesville's Got

Talent” Auditions

Auditions for “Batesville's Got Talent,” produced by the Mayor's Youth Council, are Jan. 15, 1-6 p.m., Batesville High School auditorium. Entry forms are available at Batesville public library and area school offices. Sizable cash prizes for top three at the 4 p.m. Feb. 26 show. Info: Grant Meyers,  212-6026.

 

Monday, Jan. 16

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor “School’s Out! Let’s Wii!” for grades 6-12, Jan. 16, 1 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.

Right to Life

Right to Life of Southeastern Indiana will meet Jan. 16, 7 p.m., Versailles Church of Christ, Jarvis Drive.

 

Tuesday, Jan. 17

Scrapbooking

The Sassy Scrappers scrapbooking group for ladies 12 and older meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month, including Jan. 17, 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.

 

Friday, Jan. 20

Spaghetti Supper

The Batesville High School Band spaghetti supper is Jan. 20, 4:30-7 p.m., BHS cafeteria. Adults, 7; children 10 and under, $4. Enjoy music by the BHS Sport Coat Jazz Explosion and Batesville Steel.

Guitar Ensemble

Cincinnati’s College Conservatory of Music Guitar Ensemble, featuring Batesville native Bryce Mullins, will perform Jan. 20, 7:30 p.m., Batesville Middle School commons. Cost: $5; students, free. Patrons will receive $1 off admission with a ticket stub from the Batesville High School spaghetti dinner.

 

Saturday, Jan. 21

Blood Drive

Sunman American Legion, 412 Eastern Avenue, is hosting a blood drive Jan. 21, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Info: Roger Lang, 812-623-3685.

Annual Meeting

The Local Farmers Mutual Fire and Lightning Insurance Co. is having its annual meeting Jan. 21, 10 a.m., Osgood Town Hall. All policyholders invited. Info: 812-623-4846.

Soup Supper

A soup supper will be held Jan. 21, 4-8 p.m., Laurel Firehouse. Freewill donation. All proceeds go toward the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department for expenses.

Chicken Dinner

An all-you-can eat chicken dinner will be held Jan. 21, 5-8 p.m., Batesville Knights of Columbus hall. All proceeds go to the American Legion Baseball team.

 

Sunday, Jan. 22

Breakfast

Oldenburg Knights of St. John Commandery 220 will host a breakfast Jan. 22, 7 a.m.-noon, Holy Family Catholic Church cafeteria, Oldenburg. Freewill offering. Partial proceeds benefit the Tri-County Council for Special People.

Stillboard/Trap Shoot

The Hamburg Knights of St. John will sponsor a trap and stillboard shoot, Jan. 22, 11 a.m., Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg.  Prizes: meat and money.

 

Monday, Jan. 23

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor a Mother-Daughter book discussion for grades 6-12, Jan. 23, 7 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.

 

Tuesday, Jan. 24

Library Happenings

On Jan. 24, the Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor a Make It – Take It Craft in the children’s room all day; and Knit Night, 6 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.

 

Wednesday, Jan. 25

Quiltmakers

Batesville Quiltmakers will meet Jan. 25, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Crossroads, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Info: Carolyn Tully, 812-689-7012.

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor a Homeschool Program, Chinese New Year, Jan. 25, 2 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.

 

Thursday, Jan. 26

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor Melted Crayon Art for grades 6-12, Jan. 26, 6 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.

Open House

The St. Louis Preschool will host an open house Jan. 26, 5-6 p.m. for 3-4 year olds and 6:15-7 p.m. for preK. Info: 934-3310.

 

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.

 

Sunday, Jan. 29

Stillboard/

Trap Shoot

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

 

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

After Hours

Concert Series

Detroitjazz 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.

 

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.

 

Sunday, Feb. 5

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.

 

Monday, Feb. 6

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.

 

Tuesday, Feb. 7

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.

 

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.

 

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.

 

Tuesday, Feb. 21

BAHS Meeting

The Batesville Area Historical Society will meet Feb. 21, 7 p.m., Batesville Memorial Public Library.

 

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.

 

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.

 

Monday, Feb. 27

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.

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.

 

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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