Friday, April 10

Hospice Fun Run & Walk Registration Deadline

The 11th annual Hospice Fun Run & Walk, sponsored by Margaret Mary Community Hospital is Saturday, April 18, at 8:30 a.m. beginning at the MMCH parking lot. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. Cost: $15. Those who register by Friday, April 10, receive a long-sleeved T-shirt. Registration forms available at www.mmch.org or in The Herald-Tribune. Info: 933-5208.

Historical Society Dinner Meeting Reservation Deadline

The public is invited to listen when historian Ed Baker speaks on “Restoring Old Brookville Cemetery” Tuesday, April 14, at 7 p.m. at Brookville United Methodist Church. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. Reservations for the $10 dinner must be made by April 10: Joyce Borne, 765-647-6796.



Fri.-Sun., April 10-12

Easter Services

A Good Friday service is Friday, April 10, at 1 p.m., and an Easter Vigil Mass is Saturday, April 11, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, New Alsace. An Easter Mass is Sunday, April 12, at 10 a.m. at St. Martin Catholic Church, Yorkville.

St. Mark’s Holy Week Services

St. Mark’s Lutheran Church will host Holy Week services: Good Friday, April 10 at 7 p.m.; Easter Sunday celebration April 12, at 10 a.m.

Osgood Easter Services

Osgood First Baptist Church will host Easter services: “It is Finished” Friday, April 10, at 7 p.m; sunrise service, Sunday, April 12, at 7:30 a.m. and “He’s Alive” at 9:30 a.m.



April 10-13

YMCA Registration

Registration for Southeastern Indiana YMCA Spring II session programs continues through Monday, April 13, when classes begin. Info: 934-6006 or www.siymca.org.



Saturday, April 11

CPR Class

Margaret Mary Community Hospital holds a basic CPR class the second Saturday of each month, including April 11, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the administrative conference room. Cost: $15. Registration required: 933-5115.

Theater Workshops

Free backstage theater workshops are presented by the Rural Alliance for the Arts, Tree County Players and Damm Theatre Saturday, April 11, at the Osgood theatre. Designing, building and working on scenery is from 9 a.m.-noon and how to run a sound board from 1-4 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome, but RSVPs are preferred: Regina Siefert, 934-5213.

Methodist Easter

Egg Hunt

The Batesville United Methodist Church Community Egg Hunt starts at the church grounds and parking lot Saturday, April 11, at 10 a.m.

OA Alumni Easter Egg Hunt

Oldenburg Academy Alumni and their families are invited to an Easter egg hunt Saturday, April 11, on the Sisters of St. Francis grounds beginning at 11 a.m. Mingle with the Easter Bunny beginning at 10 a.m. in ICA Hall cafeteria. Info: 933-0737.

First Responders Easter Egg Hunt

The Decatur County First Responders Easter egg hunt for ages 1-10 is Saturday, April 11, at 10 a.m. at Decatur County Fairgrounds.

Baptist Easter

Egg Hunt

New Testament Baptist Church, Penntown, members will host a hunt Saturday, April 11, at 10:30 a.m.

Waters of Batesville

Easter Egg Hunt

The Waters of Batesville hunt is in its courtyard and front yard for preschoolers through fifth-graders Saturday, April 11, at 1 p.m.

Franklin County

Easter Egg Hunt

The Franklin County Conservation Club hunt is at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 11, at the Franklin County fairgrounds on Blue Creek Road just south of Brookville. Attendees should go up the hill to a field on the left. Age groups are 1-3, 4-8 and 9-12.

Elm Grove Easter Egg Hunt

The Elm Grove Baptist Church, Haytown Road, Metamora, hunt is Saturday, April 11, at 2 p.m. Info: Teana Cooper, 934-3109.



Sunday, April 12

Easter Sunrise Service

St. John’s United Church of Christ, Huntersville, will host an Easter Ecumenical Sunrise Service, “Raise The Crown,” Sunday, April 12, at 6 a.m. Also, Sunday, April 19, at 7 p.m.



Monday, April 13

Edible Book Feastival

Batesville Memorial Public Library will host an edible book feastival Monday, April 13, at 7 p.m. Contest rules are available at the library. Entries must be submitted by 5 p.m. Info: 934-4706.

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor “Care for the Caregiver” as part of its Caring for an Elderly Loved One Series Monday, April 13, at 6:30 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.

Men’s Night at

the ’Burg

Oldenburg Franciscan Center hosts Men’s Night at the ’Burg the second Monday of each month, including April 13, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Freewill offering. Info: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf. com.

FARM Club Meeting

The Farm & Antique Related Machinery Club will hold a meeting Monday, April 13, at 7 p.m. at Aurora Lions Club Building. Info: Chuck Heck, 812-926-3654.

ETC Scholarship

Application Deadline

Seniors from area high schools are eligible to apply for Enhanced Telecommunications Corp. scholarships. Applications are available at school guidance departments, local ETC offices and www.etczone.com. They must be mailed by April 13.



April 13-15

Rummage Sale Donation Drop-Off

Donations for the St. Mark’s Lutheran Church Rummage Sale can be dropped off at the church Monday-Wednesday, April 13-15, after 8 a.m. Info: 934-4246.



April 13-18

National Library Week

Batesville Memorial Public Library will celebrate National Library Week Monday-Saturday, April 13-18.



Tuesday, April 14

Democrats Meeting

The Ripley County Democrats will meet Tuesday, April 14, at the Sherman House. Dinner is at 6 p.m. and meeting at 7 p.m. All Democrats welcome.

Enrichment Activity

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Relief Society Women’s Auxiliary is hosting an enrichment day Tuesday, April 14, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. for women to learn basic home repairs and hair cuts. Info: 765-647-5274.

ECHS After Prom Meeting

East Central High School After Prom Committee meetings are on four Tuesdays (April 14, April 28, May 5 and May 12) in the cafeteria at 7 p.m. The after prom is Saturday, May 16, at ECHS from 11:30 p.m. to 4 a.m. Sunday. Info: Tina Grubbs, 812-637-9938.

Alzheimer’s Support Group

Caregivers of Alzheimer’s disease patients will meet Tuesday, April 14, at 7 p.m. in the Margaret Mary Community Hospital annex. Info: 888-422-2691.

Batesville Jaycees

Batesville Jaycees meet the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, including April 14 at the Jaycee Clubhouse at 7 p.m. Also, April 28.

Solo Card Party

The Knights of St. John, Batesville, will host a solo card party Tuesday, April 14, at 7 p.m.

Community Garden Meeting

Persons interested in community gardening should attend a meeting facilitated by the Food & Growers Association of Laughery Valley & Environs Tuesday, April 14, at 7 p.m. at the Batesville public library. Info: Richard Cartwright, 812-212-9674.



Wed., April 15

Mission Card Party

There will be a Mission Card Party (playing 500) Wednesday, April 15, at 1 p.m. in the Father Rudolph Room at Holy Family Catholic Church, Oldenburg.

SKIP

Special Kids, Informed Parents (SKIP) will meet Wednesday, April 15, from 6:30 to 8:20 p.m. Dearborn County Hospital, Lawrenceburg, second-floor conference center. Info: Sandy Muncy, 812-432-5706 or smuncy@skip4kids.org.

“Fairfield: A Virtual Tour”

The Brookville Library will present “Fairfield: A Virtual Tour” Wednesday, April 15, at 6:30 p.m.



Thursday, April 16

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor a workshop for online job seekers Thursday, April 16, at 1:30 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.

St. Peter’s Coffee Social

St. Peter’s United Church of Christ (“Finks”), Osgood, Coffee Social, with a full menu, is Thursday, April 16, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Freewill offering.

Vegetable

Gardening 101

Matt Nobbe, owner of Five Oaks Lawn and Garden, presents the free class Vegetable Gardening 101 Thursday, April 16, at 7 p.m. at the Batesville High School cafeteria. The event is sponsored by Margaret Mary Community Hospital, Food and Growers Association of Laughery Valley & Environs and the BHS Agriculture Department.

“Fumbelina”

Batesville Memorial Public Library will host a free performance of “Fumbelina” by the Indianapolis Opera Ensemble Thursday, April 16, at 7 p.m. Info: 934-4706.

VFW Ladies Auxiliary Meeting

The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 ladies auxiliary will meet Thursday, April 16, at 7:30 p.m. at the post home for election of officers.

ECHS Mini Dance Camp Deadline

East Central High School will host a mini dance camp Monday-Thursday, April 27-30, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at Sunman-Dearborn Intermediate School chorus room. Cost: $40, must be received by Thursday, April 16. Info: Jeannie Herman, 812-576-3500, Ext. 13804 or 12132.



Friday, April 17

St. Mark’s Rummage and Bake Sale

The women of ELCA from St. Mark’s Lutheran Church will hold a rummage and bake sale Friday, April 17, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the church. There will be $1 a bag from 4 to 5 p.m. Info: 934-4246.

Fish Fry

The St. Leon American Legion Post 464 will host a fish fry Friday, April 17, from 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: $7.



Fri.-Sat., April 17-18

Flushing of

Oldenburg Hydrants

Oldenburg water hydrants will be flushed Friday, April 17, from 3 to 6 p.m. and Saturday, April 18, from 9 to 4 p.m. Residents may notice low water pressure.

“My Fair Lady”

The Batesville High School drama club and music department present the musical “My Fair Lady” at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, April 17-18, in the auditorium. Tickets at $6 will be on sale the week before the show at the BHS office and can be purchased at the door.



Fri.-Sun., April 17-19

Friends of the Library Book Sale

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will hold a Friends of the Library Book Sale Friday-Saturday, April 17-18, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and Sunday, April 19, from 1 to 3 p.m. Info: 812-663-2826.



Saturday, April 18

Craft Show and Community Yard Sale

There will be a craft show and community yard sale Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Schad Hall, Morris. Proceeds go toward the tuition of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church children attending St. Nicholas School. Info or to set up a booth: Tonya Hudepohl, 932-1562.

Chicken Dinner

Batesville Knights of St. John will have a chicken dinner Saturday, April 18, from 5 to 8 p.m. in their upstairs hall. A portion of the proceeds go to St. Louis School.

Austin Rohrig Endowment Fund Benefit

The fourth annual Austin Rohrig Endowment Fund Benefit Dinner and Dance is Saturday, April 18, from 5 p.m. to midnight at the Milan Veterans of Foreign Wars Post. Cost: $7 per person or $20 per family. Proceeds benefit Sudden Infant Death Syndrome research, St. Nicholas School and local scholarships. Info: 812-654-4454.



Sunday, April 19

Umpire Clinic

Anyone ages 13 and older interested in umpiring for the summer Batesville Babe Ruth Baseball and Softball leagues must attend one preseason clinic on Sunday, April 19, from 1 to 5 p.m. or Sunday, April 26, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Batesville High School baseball fields. Info: Allen Meyers, 934-4941.

Ripley County Historical Society

Wilbur Myers will present a patriotic program at the Ripley County Historical Society meeting Sunday, April 19, at 2 p.m. in the Archives Library on the west side of Courthouse Square, Versailles.

Art Display

The public is invited to the 2009 Rural Alliance for the Arts Young Artist Showcase Art Winners Display Sunday, April 19, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Batesville public library. Attendees will be able to meet the artists in grades 6-12 plus their teachers.

Bowling Fundraiser

East Central After Prom Committee will host a bowling fundraiser for adults Sunday, April 19, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Durbin Bowl, Lawrenceburg. Cost: $15, covers snacks, three games and shoes. Info: Kim Dunn, 513-607-8871.

Easter Musical

St. John’s United Church of Christ, Huntersville, will host an Easter Ecumenical musical, “Raise The Crown,” Sunday, April 19, at 7 p.m.



April 19-25

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor “A Week in Decatur County Photo Contest” Sunday-Saturday, April 19-25. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.



Monday, April 20

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor “Therapy in the Home” as part of its Caring for an Elderly Loved One Series Monday, April 20, at 6:30 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.

Right to Life Meeting

Right to Life of Southeastern Indiana will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, April 20, at Versailles Church of Christ on Jarvis Drive.

VFW Men’s Auxiliary Meeting

The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 men’s auxiliary will meet Monday, April 20, at 7:30 p.m. at the post home.



Tuesday, April 21

BMS PTSO Meeting

All interested parents are invited to a Batesville Middle School Parent Teacher Student Organization meeting Tuesday, April 21, from noon to 1 p.m.

Bunco Party

Phi Beta Psi Sorority is hosting a Bunco party fundraiser Tuesday, April 21, at 6:30 p.m. at Batesville Eagles. Cost: $15. Proceeds benefit cancer research and local charities. Info and tickets: 934-5800.

Batesville Area Historical Society Meeting

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

VFW Meeting

The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 will meet Tuesday, April 21, at 7:30 p.m. at the post home for election of officers.

ECHS FFA Banquet Reservation Deadline

The East Central High School FFA will hold the 36th Annual Parent-Member Awards Banquet Wednesday, April 22, at 6 p.m. in the cafeteria. Social hour begins at 5 p.m. followed by the meal at 6 p.m. and the awards program. Reservations due by Tuesday, April 21: 812-576-4811, Ext. 11121.



Wed., April 22

Batesville Quiltmakers

Batesville Quiltmakers will meet Wednesday, April 22, at St. Paul Church, Crossroads, at 9:30 a.m. Info: Nance Widdowson, 934-2943.

Scholarship Applications Deadline

Nora E. Wonning Scholarship Trust Fund first-year and renewal applications are available from the Batesville High School guidance counselors’ office or www.batesville.k12.in.us/bhs and due to principal Tim Stephens by 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 22.



Thursday, April 23

Family Literacy Night

Illustrator Patrick Girouard will speak at Family Literacy Night Thursday, April 23, at 6 p.m. in the Batesville Primary School cafeteria for kindergartners through fifth-graders and their families. Info: Rachael Berkemeier, 934-4509, or Anne Amhrein, 934-5701.

Library Computer Course

Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will host an Intermediate Internet class Thursday, April 23, at 6 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.

Secular Franciscans Meeting

The Secular Franciscans will meet Thursday, Thursday, April 23, at 6:30 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, Oldenburg, in the Father Rudolf Room. Info: 812-623-2917.

Town Hall for Hope

Batesville Christian Church will host Town Hall for Hope with Dave Ramsey Thursday, April 23, at 8 p.m.



April 23-25

Used Book Sale

Over 1,200 used books plus magazines, videos, music CDs and books on tape will be offered at the next Friends of Batesville Memorial Public Library sale Thursday-Saturday, April 23-25, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the library annex, 10 W. Boehringer St. Friends members may shop early starting at 8:30 a.m. that Thursday. Persons may join at the door for $5. Saturday from 2 and 5 p.m. shoppers may fill bags of books for $2 each.



Friday, April 24

Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Clinic

Margaret Mary Community Hospital will hold a free blood pressure and finger stick blood sugar clinic at the hospital auditorium Friday, April 24, from 7:30 to 9 a.m.



Saturday, April 25

Red Cross 5K Run/Walk

Ripley County Red Cross will sponsor a 5K run/walk Saturday, April 25, at 9 a.m. at Liberty Park, with registration beginning at 8 a.m. Registration forms available that day. Cost: $15. Proceeds go toward disaster services in Ripley County. Info: 812-689-6308. Donations can be sent to Ripley County Red Cross, P.O. Box 221, Versailles, IN 47042.

Brum Woods Work Day

Volunteers can join Friends of Brum Woods members at a work day to clear out brush Saturday, April 25, from 9 a.m. to noon. They should meet in the new parking lot on Huntersville Road near State Road 229 and bring bow saws, trimmers and gloves.

Prom Sneak Peek

A public viewing Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Batesville Middle School old gym will allow all parents to take a sneak peek at Batesville High School Junior/Senior Prom decorations inside.

Smorgasbord Dinner

St. Maurice Catholic Church, Napoleon, will host a smorgasbord dinner Saturday, April 25, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Cost: adults, $8; children ages 7-12, $3; ages 3-6, $1.50. Proceeds go toward parish building fund.

Eagles Dinner/Dance

Batesville Eagles Aerie 1130 will host a dinner/dance which is open to the public Saturday, April 25. Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.; When Rock Met Country and impersonators, 8 p.m. to midnight. Cost: $10. Info and reservations: 934-3610.

Prom Parent Gallery

Parents may watch their teens enter the Batesville High School Junior/Senior Prom Saturday, April 25, from 7:45 to 9 p.m. at the south entrance of the Batesville Middle School old gym.



Sunday, April 26

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor “Silent Workplace” photography program by John Bower Sunday, April 26, at 2 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.

Umpire Clinic

An umpire clinic for anyone ages 13 and older interested in umpiring for the summer Batesville Babe Ruth Baseball and Softball leagues is Sunday, April 26, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Batesville High School baseball fields. Info: Allen Meyers, 934-4941.



Monday, April 27

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor “Elder Abuse” as part of its Caring for an Elderly Loved One Series Monday, April 27, at 6:30 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.

Women’s Day Reservation Deadline

The fifth annual Woman’s Day, “Making Peace from the Inside Out,” is Saturday, May 2, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $25 before Monday, April 27. Reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf. com.



Tuesday, April 28

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor a grown-up movie night Tuesday, April 28, at 6:30 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.

ECHS After Prom Meeting

East Central High School After Prom Committee meetings are on three Tuesdays (April 28, May 5 and May 12) in the cafeteria at 7 p.m. The after prom is Saturday, May 16, at ECHS from 11:30 p.m. to 4 a.m. Sunday. Info: Tina Grubbs, 812-637-9938.



Thursday, April 30

United Way

Grant Application Deadline

The United Way of Franklin County is accepting grant applications from Franklin County nonprofits and agencies outside the county assisting county residents through April 30. Funding is for 2010. Info: 765-647-2789 or uw. franklinco.in@gmail.com.

Logo Deadline

To get the campaign going for the new Batesville Green Committee for the Environment, a logo and slogan for banners and other publicity items are needed. Persons with ideas may submit logo designs and slogans to debbie.blank@ batesvilleheraldtribune.com by April 30. She can be reached at 934-4343, Ext. 113.



Friday, May 1

Oldenburg Street Cleaning

Streets will be swept in the town of Oldenburg Friday, May 1, beginning at 8 am. Residents are asked to keep their vehicles off the street that day.

Batesville Beautification League

The Batesville Beautification League meets the first Friday of the month, including May 1, at noon at the Sherman House. New members always are welcome. Info: Judy Schath, 934-3234.

Prayer Breakfast Deadline

The National Day of Prayer Breakfast, co-sponsored by the Kiwanis and Lions clubs, is Thursday, May 7, at 7 a.m. at the Sherman House. Cost: $8. Reservations due by Friday, May 1: Al Geis, 934-3230.



Saturday, May 2

Masonic Lodge Breakfast

Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve their monthly all-you-can-eat breakfast Saturday, May 2, from 6 to 10 a.m. The minimum donation is $5 for adults and $3 for children 6-12. Takeout orders: 934-3144.

Fishing Derby

New Alsace Conservation Club will host their 21st annual fishing derby Saturday, May 2, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Lake In The Pines, New Alsace. Registration begins at 6 a.m. Cost: adults and children age 12 and older, $18; children under 12, free. Info: Dale Back, 812-623-2431 or dback@nalu.net.

Poker Walk

The Batesville Jaycees Annual Poker Walk for those 21 and older is Saturday, May 2, beginning and ending at the Jaycees Clubhouse. Registration, 6 to 7 p.m.; walk, 7 to 10 p.m.; drawing for prizes, 10:30 p.m. Cost: $5.

RAA Auction

The Rural Alliance for the Arts auction with a Kentucky Derby theme is Saturday, May 2, at 6:30 p.m. at Hillcrest Country Club (attendees do not have to be members). Proceeds benefit RAA community and school programs. Cost: $45 in advance; $50 at the door includes dinner by the bite. Tickets: Joan Kuhlman, 933-0355.

Dulcimer Spring Concert

Shawnee Valley Dulcimer Society will present a spring concert Saturday, May 2, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at St. Thomas Lutheran Church, Brookville.



Tuesday, May 5

“Cartoon Express”

Batesville Memorial Public Library will host the free program, “Cartoon Express,” with the theme “Knights of the Rectangular Table” Tuesday, May 5, at 11:15 a.m., 12:10 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Info: 934-4706.

Napoleon Community Senior Club

The Napoleon Community Senior Club will meet Tuesday, May 5, at the Napoleon Community Center. Attendees should bring a covered dish and own table service for supper at 6 p.m. All seniors welcome.

ECHS After Prom Meeting

East Central High School After Prom Committee meetings are on two Tuesdays, May 5 and May 12, in the cafeteria at 7 p.m. The after prom is Saturday, May 16, at ECHS from 11:30 p.m. to 4 a.m. Sunday. Info: Tina Grubbs, 812-637-9938.



Wednesday, May 6

Business Recognition Luncheon

The Ripley County Chamber of Commerce Business Recognition Luncheon is Wednesday, May 6, at noon at Southeastern Indiana REMC Training Center, Osgood. Ripley County businesses that started between May 2008 and April 2009 will be introduced and the Business of the Year Award will be presented. Info: 812-689-6654.

La Leche League

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

Friends of the BMPL

The Friends of the Batesville Memorial Public Library will meet Wednesday, May 6, at 7 p.m. in the BMPL meeting room.

St. Louis/Knights of St. John Auxiliary

The St. Louis/Knights of St. John ladies auxiliary will meet at the Knights home Wednesday, May 6, at 7 p.m. for a Mother’s Day party. Info: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.



Thursday, May 7

Masonic Meeting

Batesville Free & Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold their monthly meeting Thursday, May 7, at 7:30 p.m. For rides or info: Al Anness, 933-5468.



Saturday, May 9

CPR Class

Margaret Mary Community Hospital holds a basic CPR class the second Saturday of each month, including May 9, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the administrative conference room. Cost: $15. Registration required: 933-5115.

Red Hat Belles Outing Deadline

The Red Hat Belles of Batesville will depart from Cross County Parking Lot at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 14, for lunch at noon at Auntie Amiee’s Tea Room, Hope. Reservations due by Saturday, May 9: Eleen Weisenbach, 934-3484.



Tuesday, May 12

ECHS After Prom Meeting

All volunteers should attend the final East Central High School After Prom Committee meeting Tuesday, May 12, in the cafeteria at 7 p.m. The after prom is Saturday, May 16, at ECHS from 11:30 p.m. to 4 a.m. Sunday. Info: Tina Grubbs, 812-637-9938.

Alzheimer’s Support Group

Caregivers of Alzheimer’s disease patients will meet Tuesday, May 12, at 7 p.m. in the Margaret Mary Community Hospital annex. Info: 888-422-2691.

Batesville Jaycees

Batesville Jaycees meet the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, including May 12 at the Jaycee Clubhouse at 7 p.m. Also, May 26.



Wednesday, May 13

IVA Board of Directors Meeting

The Indiana Virtual Academy board of directors will meet Wednesday, May 13, at 10:30 a.m. at the Southeastern Career Center, Versailles.

St. Anthony’s Card Party

The St. Anne’s Ladies Society, will sponsor a card party Wednesday, May 13, at 1 p.m. in the lower hall of St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris.



Thursday, May 14

Batesville Lions Club

Batesville Lions Club meets the second and fourth Thursdays of each month, including May 14 and 28, at the Sherman House at 6:30 p.m. Visitors welcome. Info: Ted Hartshorn, 934-2636.



Saturday, May 16

After Prom

Open House

The East Central High School After Prom open house for the public is May 16 from 8 to 9 p.m. at the school.



Tuesday, May 19

BMS PTSO Meeting

All interested parents are invited to a Batesville Middle School Parent Teacher Student Organization meeting Tuesday, May 19, from noon to 1 p.m.

Batesville Area Historical Society Meeting

The Batesville Area Historical Society will meet Tuesday, May 19, at 7 p.m. at Batesville Memorial Public Library.



Wednesday, May 20

Live Y’ers Lunch

Live Y’ers, organized by Southeastern Indiana YMCA for persons 50 and over, are going to lunch at Rileybrook, Metamora, Wednesday, May 20, at 11:30 a.m. at a cost of $18, carpool $6/$12. Reservations and info: 934-6006.

Mission Card Party

There will be a Mission Card Party (playing 500) Wednesday, May 20, at 1 p.m. in the Father Rudolph Room at Holy Family Catholic Church, Oldenburg.

SKIP

Special Kids, Informed Parents (SKIP) will meet Wednesday, May 20, from 6:30 to 8:20 p.m. at Dearborn County Hospital, Lawrenceburg, second-floor conference center. Info: Sandy Muncy, 812-432-5706 or smuncy@skip4kids.org.



Wednesday, May 27

Batesville Quiltmakers

Batesville Quiltmakers will meet Wednesday, May 27, at St. Paul Church, Crossroads, at 9:30 a.m. Info: Nance Widdowson, 934-2943.



Friday, May 29

Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Clinic

Margaret Mary Community Hospital will hold a free blood pressure and finger stick blood sugar clinic at the hospital auditorium Friday, May 29, from 7:30 to 9 a.m.



Tuesday, June 2

Napoleon Community Senior Club

The Napoleon Community Senior Club will meet Tuesday, June 2, at the Napoleon Community Center. Attendees should bring a covered dish and own table service for supper at 6 p.m. All seniors welcome.



Wednesday, June 3

La Leche League

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

Friends of the BMPL

The Friends of the Batesville Memorial Public Library will meet Wednesday, June 3, at 7 p.m. in the BMPL meeting room.

St. Louis/Knights of St. John Auxiliary

The St. Louis/Knights of St. John ladies auxiliary will meet at the Knights home Wednesday, June 3, at 7 p.m. Info: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.

Live Y’ers Signup Deadlines

Live Y’ers, organized by Southeastern Indiana YMCA for persons 50 and over, are having a pitch-in picnic in July at Jerry Bennett’s bed and breakfast in Franklin County, carpool $5. They also are going to “Smoke on the Mountain – A Sanders Family Christmas" at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, Indianapolis, midday Aug. 12 at a cost of $61/$79 (transportation included), The signup deadline for both events is June 3 at noon. Reservations and info: 934-6006.



Thursday, June 4

Masonic Meeting

Batesville Free & Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold their monthly meeting Thursday, June 4, at 7:30 p.m. For rides or info: Al Anness, 933-5468.



Friday, June 5

Batesville Beautification League

The Batesville Beautification League meets the first Friday of the month, including June 5, at noon at the Sherman House. New members always are welcome. Info: Judy Schath, 934-3234.

Historical Society Dinner Meeting Reservation Deadline

The public is invited to listen when Donna Murray and Lindsay Jackson speak on “A History of Laurel” Tuesday, June 9, at 7 p.m. at Laurel Hotel. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. with the free program afterwards. Reservations for the dinner must be made by June 5: Lowell or Pam Beneker, 765-647-7365.

Live Y’ers Signup Deadline

Live Y’ers, organized by Southeastern Indiana YMCA for persons 50 and over, are going to Germany without a passport with lunch at Mecklenburg Garden, Cincinnati (pay there), then a tour of historic St. Mary’s Bavarian Church. Freewill offering, transportation $10/$22. The signup deadline is June 5. Reservations and info: 934-6006.



Saturday, June 6

Masonic Lodge Breakfast

Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve their monthly all-you-can-eat breakfast Saturday, June 6, from 6 to 10 a.m. The minimum donation is $5 for adults and $3 for children 6-12. Takeout orders: 934-3144.



Tuesday, June 9

Batesville Jaycees

Batesville Jaycees meet the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, including June 9 and 23 at the Jaycees Clubhouse at 7 p.m.



Wednesday, June 10

IVA Board of Directors Meeting

The Indiana Virtual Academy board of directors will meet Wednesday, June 10, at 10:30 a.m. at the Southeastern Career Center, Versailles.

Golf Scramble

The Ripley County Chamber of Commerce Golf Scramble is Wednesday, June 10, at Hoosier Links Golf Club, Milan. Lunch at 11 a.m., tee-off at 12:30 p.m. Cost: $200 per team. First and second place teams will earn cash award prizes. Info: 812-689-6654.

St. Anthony’s Card Party

The St. Anne’s Ladies Society, will sponsor a card party Wednesday, June 10, at 1 p.m. in the lower hall of St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris.



Thursday, June 11

Batesville Lions Club

Batesville Lions Club meets the second and fourth Thursdays of each month, including June 11 and 25 at the Sherman House at 6:30 p.m. Visitors welcome. Info: Ted Hartshorn, 934-2636.



Saturday, June 13

CPR Class

Margaret Mary Community Hospital holds a basic CPR class the second Saturday of each month, including June 13, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the administrative conference room. Cost: $15. Registration required: 933-5115.



Tuesday, June 16

Batesville Area Historical Society Meeting

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



Wednesday, June 17

Mission Card Party

There will be a Mission Card Party (playing 500) Wednesday, June 17, at 1 p.m. in the Father Rudolph Room at Holy Family Catholic Church, Oldenburg.

SKIP

Special Kids, Informed Parents (SKIP) will meet Wednesday, June 17, from 6:30 to 8:20 p.m. at Dearborn County Hospital, Lawrenceburg, second-floor conference center. Info: Sandy Muncy, 812-432-5706 or smuncy@skip4kids.org.



Wednesday, June 24

Batesville Quiltmakers

Batesville Quiltmakers will meet Wednesday, June 24, at St. Paul Church, Crossroads, at 9:30 a.m. Info: Nance Widdowson, 934-2943.



Friday, June 26

Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Clinic

Margaret Mary Community Hospital will hold a free blood pressure and finger stick blood sugar clinic at the hospital auditorium Friday, June 26, from 7:30 to 9 a.m.



Saturday, June 27

5K Walk/Run

The Ripley County Chamber of Commerce 5K Walk/Run is Saturday, June 27, on the Versailles square. Check-in at 7-7:50 a.m., race at 8 a.m. Registration fee: $10 beforehand; $15 on race day (includes T-shirt). The top three males and females in each age group will be awarded gold, silver or bronze medals. Info: 812-689-6654.



Monday, Sept. 7

Historical Society Dinner Meeting Reservation Deadline

The public is invited to listen when Jim Lierl speaks on “Franklin County Journalism: The Stormy Early Decades” Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 7 p.m. at the Seminary Museum, Brookville. Fried chicken and drinks will be provided at 6 p.m. Each participant should bring a covered dish and lawn chair. Reservations are due by Sept. 7: Lowell or Pam Beneker, 765-647-7365.



Saturday, Oct. 10

Historical Society Dinner Meeting Reservation Deadline

The public is invited to listen when Susan Knight speaks on “Manchester Social Improvement Society,” Whitewater Township’s utopian society of the early 1800s, Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 7 p.m. at The Hermitage, 650 E. 8th St., Brookville. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. with the free program afterwards. Reservations for the $10 dinner are due by Oct. 10: Martha Shea, 765-647-5182.



Saturday, Oct. 11

Art at the Hermitage

Art at the H