AREA HAPPENINGS



Saturday, March 27

OFC Program

“Parenthood: Living the Sacraments at Home” will be presented at Oldenburg Franciscan Center Saturday, March 27, from 9-11:30 a.m. Cost: $15. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

Sunman Easter

Egg Hunt

The Sunman hunt begins at the community park Saturday, March 27, at 11 a.m. Age categories are 1-3, 4-6 and 7-10.

Ripley County

Easter Egg Hunt

The Ripley County Chamber of Commerce hunt is Saturday, March 27, at 11 a.m. at Versailles State Park near the swimming pool. Age groups are 1-3, 4-6 and 7-10.

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor a children’s room drop-in Easter craft Saturday, March 27. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.

After Hours

Concert Series

Russian Duo (www.russianduo.com) will perform folk and classical music Saturday, March 27, from 7-9 p.m. during a free Batesville Memorial Public Library After Hours Concert Series show. Info: www.ebatesville. com/library/after.html or 934-4706.

Eagles Entertainment

Batesville Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 1130 will present the Bob Lafary Trio Saturday, March 27, at 8 p.m. No cover charge.



March 27-31

Quilt Display

Batesville Quiltmakers will have a showing of quilts throughout the month of March at the Batesville Memorial Public Library.



Sunday, March 28

“Messiah in the Passover”

“Messiah in the Passover,” a sermonic demonstration showing how Jesus fulfilled the ancient feast of Passover, will be held Sunday, March 28, at 9:30 a.m. at Osgood First Baptist Church. Info: 812-689-4042. Freewill offering.

Stillboard and

Trap Shoot

Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg, will have a stillboard and trap shoot, with free food for the shooters, Sunday, March 28, starting at 11 a.m. Prizes: meat and money.



Monday, March 29

Ladies Only Event

On Monday, March 29, Ripley County Relay for Life Sunman Walking Warriors will host dinner at 6 p.m. followed by the movie “It’s Complicated” at 7 p.m. at the Gibson Theater. Cost: $20. Limited seating. Tickets available at Sunman FCN Bank.



Wed., March 31

Library Computer Course

Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will host a Microsoft Publisher class Wednesday, March 31, at 2 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.

Ripley County Humane Society Annual Meeting

Animal lovers are invited to the Ripley County Humane Society annual meeting Wednesday, March 31, at 7 p.m. at the Osgood Community Center, 147 W. Ripley St. Info: 812-689-3773.

Live Y’ers Signup Deadline

Live Y’ers, organized by Southeastern Indiana YMCA for persons 50 and over, will travel to Jungle Jim’s for a cooking demonstration and lunch Wednesday, April 7. Cost: $50, plus transportation $10/$15. Signup deadline is Wednesday, March 31: Cathy Sullivan, 934-6006.



Thursday, April 1

Batesville Beautification League

Batesville Beautification League will meet Thursday, April 1, at noon at the Sherman House. New members are always welcome. Info: Judy Schath, 934-3234.

“Poet’s Cafe”

Children pre-K-grade 5 are invited to a free program hosted by Batesville Memorial Public Library. “Poet’s Cafe,” a puppet show performed by The Wild Good Chase Theater, will be held Thursday, April 1, at 7 p.m. Info: 934-4706.

Masonic Meeting

Batesville Free & Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold their monthly meeting Thursday, April 1, at 7:30 p.m.



Thu.-Fri., April 1-2

Water Main Flushing

The Batesville Water Utility will be flushing water mains Thursday, April 1, beginning at 5 a.m. and Friday, April 2, beginning at 6 a.m. Customers may experience fluctuations in their water pressure or discoloration of the water. Info: Steve Wintz, 934-3811 during business hours; or 812-212-0055 before business hours.



Thu.-Sun, April 1-4

Holy Week Services

St. Mark Lutheran Church announces its Holy Week services schedule: Maundy Thursday, April 1, at 7 p.m.; Good Friday, April 2, at 7 p.m.; and Easter Sunday, April 4, at 10 a.m. Info: 934-4246.



Saturday, April 3

Masonic Lodge Breakfast

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

Oldenburg

Easter Egg Hunt

Oldenburg Academy Alumni Association’s hunt is Saturday, April 3, at 10 a.m. on the Sisters of St. Francis grounds. Age groups are 0-3 and 4 and up.

Methodist Easter

Egg Hunt

The Batesville United Methodist Church Community Egg Hunt starts at the church grounds and parking lot Saturday, April 3, at 10 a.m.

Batesville Easter

Egg Hunt

The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce hunt is Saturday, April 3, at 11:30 a.m. at Liberty Park. Age groups are 1-3, 4-6 and 7-9.

Franklin County

Easter Egg Hunt

The Franklin County Conservation Club hunt is at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 3, 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.

New Point

Easter Egg Hunt

The New Point Kiwanis Club hunt is Saturday, April 3, at 1 p.m. at Saltcreek Township Park there.



Sunday, April 4

Easter Ecumenical Service

St. John’s United Church of Christ, Huntersville, will host “Three Days,” an Easter musical featuring over 80 participants from more than 18 area churches, Sunday, April 4, at 6 a.m. and Sunday, April 11, at 7 p.m.



Monday, April 5

Daughters of

Isabella Meeting

The Daughters of Isabella will meet Monday, April 5, at 7 p.m. at the Batesville Knights of Columbus Hall. Members should wear an Easter bonnet and bring their “Change for Life.”

FARM Meeting

The Farm & Antique Related Machinery Club of Southeastern Indiana meeting is Monday, April 5, at 7 p.m. at Osgood Town Hall. Info: Chris Schmaltz, 812-654-3949 or www.farmclubonline. com.



April 5-7

WELCA Rummage Sale Drop-off

The Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America are accepting items for their April 9 rummage sale Monday-Wednesday, April 5-7, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church. Info: 934-4246.



April 5-12

YMCA Registration

Registration for Southeastern Indiana YMCA Spring II session programs begins April 5 for members and April 8 for potential members. Programs begin April 12. Info: www.siymca.org or 934-6006.



Tuesday, April 6

Milan Kindergarten

Registration

Milan Elementary School kindergarten registration is Tuesday, April 6, for children who will be 5 on or before Aug. 1. The child’s birth certificate and immunization record must be brought. To make appointments for one-hour sessions between 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.: 812-654-2922 or 812-654-2379.

Napoleon Senior Club

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

Breast Cancer 5K Meeting

Anyone with a passion to fight breast cancer is invited to attend an American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer (5K) Ripley County organizational meeting Tuesday, April 6, at 6 p.m. at Batesville Memorial Public Library. Info: Darla Westerfeld, 812-852-2034.

ECHS AfterProm Meeting

The East Central High School AfterProm Committee will meet Tuesday, April 6, at 7 p.m. in the ECHS cafeteria. Info: Kim Dunn, 513-607-8871.

Knights of St. John

The Batesville Knights of St. John Commandery No. 243 will meet at the Knights home Tuesday, April 6, at 7:30 p.m.



Wednesday, April 7

Columbus Star Quilters

The Columbus Star Quilters will meet Wednesday, April 7, at the Masonic Temple at Rocky Ford and Taylor roads at 9:30 a.m. Info: Kate O’Halloran, 812-375-1127.

La Leche League

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



Thursday, April 8

Coffee Social at Napoleon

St. John’s Lutheran Church, Napoleon, will have its monthly coffee social Thursday, April 8. Serving starts at 4:30 p.m.

Nonprofits Workshop

The Indiana Arts Commission Region 9 Knowledge for Nonprofits I workshop addresses how to manage volunteers at a large-scale event and generational differences among volunteers April 8 at 6 p.m. at the Batesville library. Info: Jeff Kuehl, 812-376-2535 or jkuehl@artsincolumbus.org.

Catholics Returning Home

The area Catholic churches will conduct a series called Catholics Returning Home on four consecutive Thursdays beginning April 8 at 7 p.m. at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Morris. Nonpracticing Catholics who are seeking answers to questions about returning to the church are invited. Info: Don or Michelle Paquette, 812-623-4665.

VFW Auxiliary Meeting

The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 Ladies Auxiliary will meet Thursday, April 8, at 7:30 p.m. at the post home. Info: Alberta Amberger, 934-2186.



Friday, April 9

Rummage Sale and Bake Sale

The Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America rummage sale and youth bake sale is Friday, April 9, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church. From 4-5 p.m., items will be sold for $1 a bag. Info: 934-4246.

“Rumplestiltskin: Ultimate Bully”

Batesville Memorial Public Library will present a free family program by the Indianapolis Opera Ensemble, “Rumplestiltskin : Ultimate Bully,” Friday, April 9, at 7 p.m. Info: 934-4706.

Scholarship Deadline

Two Speaking of Women’s Health of Batesville $2,500 scholarships are available to either 2010 female high school graduates or adult females pursuing health care degrees. Applications must be delivered to Margaret Mary Community Hospital or postmarked by April 9. Info: www.mmch.org or Julie Keene, 933-5210.



Saturday, April 10

Spring Clothing and Equipment Sale

Southeastern Indiana Mothers of Multiples will have a spring clothing and equipment sale Saturday, April 10, from 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Osgood Fairgrounds Building 12. Cash only payments.

Hunters Safety Course

Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg, will host a free hunters safety course Saturday, April 10, from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Refreshments provided. Info or to register: Jim Merkel, 812-212-7135.

Chicken and Beef Supper

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Crossroads, annual chicken and beef supper is Saturday, April 10, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Cost, adults, $8; children under 10, $4.

Chicken Fry

The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 men’s auxiliary will host an all-you-can-eat chicken fry Saturday, April 10, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the post home. Music by Now and Then starts at 8 p.m.



Sunday, April 11

Project T3 Coin Paddle Auction and Raffle

The Totes for Tots and Teens Coin Paddle Auction and Raffle is Sunday, April 11, at the Sherman House. Doors open at 2:30 p.m., and auction begins at 3:30. Cost: $15, includes lunch and one paddle. Proceeds will provide local foster children with a tote bag and personal items. Info: 934-2585.

Easter Ecumenical Service

St. John’s United Church of Christ, Huntersville, will host “Three Days,” an Easter musical featuring over 80 participants from more than 18 area churches, Sunday, April 11, at 7 p.m.



Tuesday, April 13

BMS PTSO Meeting

All interested parents are invited to a Batesville Middle School Parent Teacher Student Organization meeting Tuesday, April 13, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at BMS.

Batesville Jaycees

Batesville Jaycees meet the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, including April 13, at 7 p.m. Info: Angie Weberding, 812-212-7063. Also, April 27.

Solo Card Party

The Knights of St. John, Batesville, will host a solo card party Tuesday, April 13, at 7 p.m.

Democrats Meeting

The Ripley County Democrats will meet Tuesday, April 13, at Lil’ Charlie’s Restaurant and Brewery. Dinner is at 6 p.m. and meeting at 7 p.m. All Democrats welcome. Info: Phyllis Armbrecht, 812-667-5690 or phyllisarmbrecht@hotmail.com.



Wed., April 14

IVA Board of Directors Meeting

The Indiana Virtual Academy board of directors will meet Wednesday, April 14, at 10:30 a.m. at the Southeastern Career Center, Versailles.

St. Anthony’s Card Party

The St. Anne’s Ladies Society sponsors a card party the second Wednesday of each month, including April 14, from 1-4:30 p.m. in the lower hall of St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris.



Friday, April 16

Flower Fundraiser

The Batesville Intermediate School PTO spring flower fundraiser runs through April 16. Students are selling $10 gift certificates to The Olde Garden Shack, Morris. Info: 934-5701.

St. Paul’s Talent Fest Registration Deadline

St. Paul’s School, New Alsace, is having a Spring Art and Talent Fest Thursday, April 22, from 6-8 p.m. Anyone interested in showcasing their talent is invited to register by Friday, April 16. All acts must try out and be approved by the talent committee Saturday, April 17, from 9-11:30 a.m. Info: 812-623-2631.



Saturday, April 17

Craft Show and Rummage Sale

St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Morris, will hold their third annual spring craft show and rummage sale Saturday, April 17, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Schad Hall, Morris. Proceeds support Catholic education.



Sunday, April 18

JCDCSF Fundraiser

The Jac-Cen-Del Community Scholarship Foundation is holding a live comedy performance fundraiser, featuring Andrew Beever and Smarty Pants Theater Co. Sunday, April 18, at 6:30 p.m. at the Damm Theatre, Osgood. Cost: $10. Tickets available at Jac-Cen-Del High School and Napoleon State Bank.



Tuesday, April 20

BAHS Meeting

The Batesville Area Historical Society will meet Tuesday, April 20, at 7 p.m. at Batesville Memorial Public Library.

ECHS AfterProm Meeting

The East Central High School AfterProm Committee will meet Tuesday, April 20, at 7 p.m. in the ECHS cafeteria. Info: Kim Dunn, 513-607-8871.

Order of the

Eastern Star

The Order of the Eastern Star will meet Tuesday, April 20, at 7:30 p.m. at Batesville Free & Accepted Masonic Lodge 668.



Wed., April 21

Scholarship Applications Deadline

Nora E. Wonning Scholarship Trust Fund first-year and renewal applications are available from the Batesville High School and Oldenburg Academy guidance counselors’ offices or at www.batesville.k12.in.us/bhs or www.oldenburgacademy.org. and due to principal Sherri Preston by 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 21.



Wed., April 28

Batesville Quiltmakers

Batesville Quiltmakers will meet Wednesday, April 28, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Crossroads, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Info: Rosemary Rudolf, 934-0201.



Saturday, May 1

Masonic Lodge Breakfast

Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve their monthly all-you-can-eat breakfast Saturday, May 1, from 6-10 a.m. The minimum donation is $5 for adults and $3 for children 6-12. Takeout orders: 934-3144.



Tuesday, May 4

Napoleon Community Senior Club

The Napoleon Community Senior Club will meet Tuesday, May 4, 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 AfterProm Meeting

The East Central High School AfterProm Committee will meet Tuesday, May 4, at 7 p.m. in the ECHS cafeteria. Info: Kim Dunn, 513-607-8871.



Wednesday, May 5

Columbus Star Quilters

The Columbus Star Quilters will meet Wednesday, May 5, at the Masonic Temple at Rocky Ford and Taylor roads at 9:30 a.m. Info: Kate O’Halloran, 812-375-1127.

La Leche League

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



Thursday, May 6

Nonprofits Workshop

The Indiana Arts Commission Region 9 Knowledge for Nonprofits II workshop addresses fundraising for nonprofits in these economic times May 6 at 5:30 p.m. in the Batesville library annex. Info: Jeff Kuehl, 812-376-2535 or jkuehl@artsincolumbus.org.

Masonic Meeting

Batesville Free & Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold their monthly meeting Thursday, May 6, at 7:30 p.m.



Friday, May 7

Batesville Beautification League

Batesville Beautification League meets the first Friday of the month, including May 7, at noon at the Sherman House. New members always are welcome. Info: Judy Schath, 934-3234.



Sun.-Mon., May 9-10

Umpire Clinics

The Batesville Babe Ruth and Cal Ripken baseball/softball leagues will hold umpire clinics Sunday, May 9, from noon-4 p.m. and Monday, May 10, from 5-9 p.m. at the Batesville High School fields. They will begin with a brief meeting at the Babe Ruth field. Anyone, including adults, interested in umpiring for the 2010 season needs to attend one clinic and pass the examination offered at that time. Info: Allen Meyers, allen.meyers@gmail.com or 812-212-6044.



Tuesday, May 11

Civil War

Photography Lecture

Charles Shepherd of the Fort Wayne Art Museum will present lectures on the opening and closing nights of a Civil War photography exhibit at the Batesville library May 11 and May 27 at 7 p.m.

Batesville Jaycees

Batesville Jaycees meet the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, including May 11, at 7 p.m. Info: Angie Weberding, 812-212-7063. Also, May 25.

ECHS AfterProm Meeting

The East Central High School AfterProm Committee will meet Tuesday, May 11, at 7 p.m. in the ECHS cafeteria. All volunteers are asked to attend if possible. Info: Kim Dunn, 513-607-8871.



Wednesday, May 12

Social Security Information

A Social Security representative will be at Batesville Memorial Public Library Wednesday, May 12, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. to answer questions. First come, first served. Info: 812-265-6424.

IVA Board of Directors Meeting

The Indiana Virtual Academy board of directors will meet Wednesday, May 12, at 10:30 a.m. at the Southeastern Career Center, Versailles.

St. Anthony’s Card Party

The St. Anne’s Ladies Society sponsors a card party the second Wednesday of each month, including May 12, from 1-4:30 p.m. in the lower hall of St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris.



Thursday, May 13

VFW Auxiliary Meeting

The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 Ladies Auxiliary will meet Thursday, May 13, at 7:30 p.m. at the post home. Info: Alberta Amberger, 934-2186.



Tuesday, May 18

Order of the Eastern Star

The Order of the Eastern Star will meet Tuesday, May 18, at 7:30 p.m. at Batesville Free & Accepted Masonic Lodge 668.



Wednesday, May 26

Batesville Quiltmakers

Batesville Quiltmakers will meet Wednesday, May 26, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Crossroads, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Info: Rosemary Rudolf, 934-0201.



Thursday, May 27

Civil War

Photography Lecture

Charles Shepherd of the Fort Wayne Art Museum will present a lecture on the closing night of a Civil War photography exhibit at the Batesville library May 27 at 7 p.m.