Batesville Herald Tribune, Batesville, Indiana

September 25, 2009

COMMUNITY EVENTS


Saturday, Sept. 26

Run for the Dawg 5K

A Batesville High School Key Club fundraising Run for the Dawg 5K begins Saturday, Sept. 26, from Liberty Park after 7:30 a.m. registration in the pavilion. The cost is $10, or $15 with a T-shirt.

Golf Outing

The New Alsace Conservation Club’s third annual golf outing is Saturday, Sept. 26, at Country View Golf Course, on State Road 1 south of Interstate 74, starting at 8 a.m. Cost: $55 per person/$220 for four-person team, includes breakfast and lunch. Proceeds are used to fund fifth- and sixth-grade students who attend the Karl E. Kelley Memorial Officers’ Youth Camp. Info or to register: Jim Decker, 812-623-2059.



Sept. 26-27

Poker Ride/Run

A poker run ride will be held Saturday, Sept. 26, beginning at 10 a.m., and a poker run run is Sunday, Sept. 27, beginning at 9 a.m. Both events start and finish at the Shelbyville Chamber of Commerce. Proceeds benefit Special Olympics and Shelby County Library. Info and cost: www.energy2action.com or 317-392-0835.

AppleFest

AppleFest is Saturday, Sept. 26, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (booths close at 6 p.m.) and Sunday, Sept. 27, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Liberty Park. Basketball tourney, children’s games, booths, entertainment, food.

National Alpaca

Farm Days

Mel and Deb Obermeyer invite the public to celebrate National Alpaca Farm Days Sept. 26-27 at their farm, 23164 Vote Road Batesville. Tours and educational information about alpacas. Info: 934-3344.

Lions Club Fundraiser

Batesville Lions Club members will be selling brooms and giant coloring books during AppleFest at Liberty Park Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 26-27.



Sunday, Sept. 27

Worship Service Performance

Osgood First Baptist Church welcomes Jim Hutson, who will perform during morning worship service at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 27. Info: 812-689-4042 or www.osgoodfirstbaptist.com.



Tuesday, Sept. 29

Library Happenings

The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor “Researching Your Family Tree with Ancestry.com” Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 2-4:30 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.

Pre-Diabetes Care

Margaret Mary Community Hospital will host a pre-diabetes class Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 5-6 p.m. Info and cost: 933-5122.

Flu Shot Vaccines

Decatur County Memorial Hospital will have seasonal flu vaccines available Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 5-7 p.m. at DCMH’s Primary Care for ages 6 months and above. This is a drive-thru clinic. Cost: $10. Registration forms available at www.dcmh.net.

Hip and Knee Pain Seminar

Columbus Regional Hospital Joint and Spine Center will host a free hip and knee pain education seminar Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 6-7 p.m. at the Sherman House. Info or reservations: 800-541-2600.

Murder Mystery Dinner Reservation Deadline

Franklin County Republican Women’s Club will present a murder mystery dinner, “The Editor Meets His Maker,” Thursday, Oct. 1, at 6 p.m. at The Hermitage, Brookville. Cost: $15. Reservations due by Tuesday, Sept. 29: 765-647-5182.



Wed., Sept. 30

Adoption Program

Indiana Department of Child Services and Indiana Foster Care and Adoption Association will present “How to Adopt Children in the Indiana Adoption Program” Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 6-8 p.m. at Batesville Memorial Public Library.

Library Computer Course

Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will host a Microsoft Word workshop Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 6-8:30 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.



Thursday, Oct. 1

Free Sales Seminar

The Mary Stewart Center for Entrepreneurship and Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce will present Michael Wickett’s seminar, “Creating Customers for Life: Innovative Ideas for Boosting Sales and Outsmarting the Competition,” on DVD Thursday, Oct. 1, at noon at Batesville Memorial Public Library. Participants can bring their own lunch. Limited seating. Info and reservations: 934-3101.

Flu Shot Vaccines

Decatur County Memorial Hospital will have seasonal flu vaccines available Thursday, Oct. 1, from 2-5 p.m. in conference room D for ages 6 months and above. Cost: $10. Registration forms available at www.dcmh.net.

Coffee Social at Napoleon

St. John’s Lutheran Church, Napoleon, will have its monthly coffee social Thursday, Oct. 1. Serving starts at 4:30 p.m.

Oldenburg Franciscan Center

Oldenburg Franciscan Center will host t’ai chi chih classes on eight Thursdays, Oct. 1-Nov. 19, from 7-8 p.m. Cost: $65. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

Masonic Meeting

Batesville Free & Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold their monthly meeting Thursday, Oct. 1, at 7:30 p.m. For rides or info: Al Anness, 933-5468.



Thu.-Sat., Oct. 1-3

St. John’s Rummage Sale

St. John’s United Church of Christ members will hold their annual rummage sale Thursday, Oct. 1, from 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Friday, Oct. 2, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Saturday, Oct. 3, form 8 a.m.-3 p.m. at Huntersville School-house on Columbus Avenue. All proceeds benefit the building’s renovation and upkeep.

Turtle Soup Sale

Holy Family Catholic Church will be selling turtle soup at The Village Store, Oldenburg, Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 1-3, during business hours. Cost: $4 a quart.



Friday, Oct. 2

Batesville Beautification League

The Batesville Beautification League meets the first Friday of the month, including Oct. 2, at noon at the Sherman House. New members always are welcome. Info: Judy Schath, 934-3234.



Fri.-Sat., Oct. 2-3

Rummage Sale

St. Maurice Catholic Church, Napoleon, will hold their fall rummage sale at the parish hall Friday, Oct. 2, from 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Saturday, Oct. 3, from 8 a.m.-noon. Everything is $1 a bag Saturday.



Oktoberfest

St. Leon American Legion will host their annual Oktoberfest Friday-Saturday, Oct. 2-3. Friday: fish fry, 5-8 p.m.; karaoke, 7:30 p.m. Saturday: homemade wine judging, 3 p.m.; chicken dinners, 4 p.m.; Pork chop dinners, 5:30 p.m.; pie and picnic table auction, 7 p.m.; German music, 8 p.m.-midnight. Both days: food, games, beer garden.



Fri.-Sun., Oct. 2-4

Metamora Canal Days

Metamora Canal Days are Friday-Sunday, Oct. 2-4, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. antiques, artists, crafts, refreshments. Info: www. metamoraindiana.com.



Saturday, Oct. 3

Masonic Lodge Breakfast

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

Oldenburg Franciscan Center

“Seeing God Through the Eyes of Jesus” will be presented Saturday, Oct. 3, from 9-11:30 a.m. at Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $15. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

Alzheimer’s Awareness Walk

The 2009 Alzheimer’s Awareness Walk is Saturday, Oct. 3, during the Aurora Farmer’s Fair Parade at 10 a.m. Donations can be sent to Alzheimer’s Support Groups of Southeast Indiana, Inc., P.O. Box 3962, Lawrenceburg, IN 47025.

Metamora Corn Maze

The Metamora Corn Maze, located one mile east of Metamora on U.S. 52 across from the Hearthstone Restaurant, is open every Saturday and Sunday in October beginning Oct. 3, from 1-5 p.m. Cost: $5. Info: 765-647-6467 or Metamora CornMaze.com.



Sunday, Oct. 4

Holy Family Church Festival

Holy Family Catholic Church, Oldenburg, will hold their annual festival Sunday, Oct. 4. Chicken and roast beef dinners served from 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Cost: adults, $9; children, $5. Evening meal from 4:30-6:30 p.m. turtle soup, country store, raffles, games.



Monday, Oct. 5

Daughters of Isabella Meeting

The Daughters of Isabella will meet Monday, Oct. 5, at 7 p.m. at Batesville Knights of Columbus Hall. Attendees should wear orange and black.



Tuesday, Oct. 6

Flu Shot Vaccines

Decatur County Memorial Hospital will have seasonal flu vaccines available Tuesday, Oct. 6, from 4-7 p.m. in the second floor surgery waiting room for ages 6 months and above. Cost: $10. Registration forms available at www.dcmh.net.

Napoleon Community Senior Club

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

Pottery: Basic and Beyond

Pottery: Basic and Beyond will be presented Tuesdays, Oct. 6, 13, 20 and 27, from 6-9 p.m. at Theresa Hall Art Room. Cost: $160. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com

Knights of St. John

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



Wednesday, Oct. 7

La Leche League

La Leche League of Sunman, a breast-feeding support group, will meet Wednesday, Oct. 7, from 5-6 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, Oct. 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, Oct. 7, at 6 p.m. for the annual picnic. Bring a covered dish. Meat and drinks will be provided. Info: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.

Sweetheart Banquet

Batesville Free & Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold their annual Sweetheart Banquet, honoring its widows and widowers, Wednesday, Oct. 7, at 6 p.m. followed by entertainment. Cost for other attendees: $10. For rides or info: Paul Mang Sr., 934-2568.



Thursday, Oct. 8

Batesville Lions Club

Batesville Lions Club meets the second and fourth Thursdays of each month, including Oct. 8 and 22, at the Sherman House at 6:30 p.m. Visitors welcome. Info: Ted Hartshorn, 934-2636.

VFW Auxiliary Meeting

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



Friday, Oct. 9

OA Distinguished Alunmi Award Presentation

The first annual Oldenburg Academy Distinguished Alumni Award event is Friday, Oct. 9, at 6:30 p.m. at Hillcrest Golf and Country Club. The late Holly Bruns is this year’s recipient. Cost: $35. Info and reservations: Sarah Lamping, 933-0737, Ext. 240.

BHS Football

Alumni Night

The second annual Batesville High School Football Alumni Night is Friday, Oct. 9. All former coaches, players and cheerleaders are invited to attend the 7 p.m. homecoming football game, check in at the blue alumni tent and sit in the alumni section. A reception follows at Tuba’s Place. Info: Jerry Walsh, 812-216-2171.



Saturday, Oct. 10

OA Alumni Homecoming

Oldenburg Academy Alumni Homecoming registration begins Saturday, Oct. 10, at 8:30 a.m. in the Sisters of St. Francis parlor. Mass is at 10:30 a.m. in the sister’s chapel. The Virtue Honor Education Tribute will be presented to Pam Burroughs at noon in the OA gymnasium, followed by lunch and alumni association meeting. Info and reservations: Sarah Lamping, 933-0737, Ext. 240.

CPR Class

Margaret Mary Community Hospital holds a basic CPR class the second Saturday of each month, including Oct. 10, from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the administrative conference room. Cost: $15. Registration required: 933-5115.

Flu Shot Vaccines

Decatur County Memorial Hospital will have seasonal flu vaccines available Saturday, Oct. 10, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Westport Community Building for ages 6 months and above. Cost: $10. Registration forms available at www.dcmh.net.

Guitar Concert

Dearborn Highlands Arts Council will host a free concert with award-winning guitarist Chris Dunnett Saturday, Oct. 10, at 2 p.m. at the Lawrenceburg Public Library Ewbank Room. Info and reservations: 812-539-4251.

Chicken Dinner

Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve their annual all-you-can-eat chicken dinner Saturday, Oct. 10, from 4-8 p.m. Cost: adults, $8; children ages 6-12, $3.50; under 6, free; carryouts, $8: 934-3144. .

Historical Society Dinner Meeting Reservation Deadline

“Manchester Social Improvement Society,” Whitewater Township’s utopian society of the early 1800s, will be presented Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 7 p.m. at The Hermitage, Brookville. Dinner at 6 p.m. with the free program afterwards. Reservations for the $10 dinner are due by Oct. 10: Martha Shea, 765-647-5182.



Sunday, Oct. 11

K of C Breakfast

Batesville Knights of Columbus will have a Columbus Day breakfast Sunday, Oct. 11, from 7-11 a.m. Freewill offering. Proceeds benefit American Legion baseball team.

Coffee Talk

Coffee Talk: The Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary will be presented Sunday, Oct. 11, from 10:45 a.m.-noon at Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $10. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

Bible Study

Osgood First Baptist Church’s Sunday school class will begin studying the Book of Revelations Sunday, Oct. 11, at 11 a.m. Info: 812-689-4042 or www.osgoodfirstbaptist.com.

OA Homecoming Golf

Oldenburg Academy Alumni and members of the public are invited to play golf at Cricket Ridge Golf Course Sunday, Oct. 11, with tee times beginning at noon. Cost: $10, plus $7 for cart rental. Info and to register: Carmie Meyer, ginger@etczone.com.



Monday, Oct. 12

Relay for Life Planning Committee

The 2010 Ripley County Relay for Life planning committee meeting is Monday, Oct. 12, at 6 p.m. at Batesville Memorial Public Library. Info: B.J. Myers, 812-689-4111 or bjm@seiremc. com.

Men’s Night at the ’Burg

Men’s Night at the ’Burg is presented the second Mondays of each month, including Oct. 12. Freewill offering. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.



Tuesday, Oct. 13

BMS PTSO Meeting

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

Batesville Jaycees

Batesville Jaycees meet the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, including Oct. 13 and 27, at 7 p.m. For the location, please call 933-1019.

Alzheimer’s Support Group

Caregivers of Alzheimer’s disease patients will meet Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 7 p.m. in the Margaret Mary Community Hospital 1932 Building human resources room. Info: 888-422-2691.

Solo Card Party

The Knights of St. John, Batesville, will host a solo card party Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 7:30 p.m.



Wednesday, Oct. 14

IVA Board of Directors Meeting

The Indiana Virtual Academy board of directors will meet Wednesday, Oct. 14, 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, Oct. 14, at 1 p.m. in the lower hall of St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris.

Tri-County Genealogical Society Meeting

The Tri-County Genealogical Society meeting is Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 7 p.m. at the Batesville Memorial Public Library.



Thursday, Oct. 15

Mini Dance Camp Registration Deadline

The East Central High School Dance Team will hold a mini-dance camp Monday-Friday, Oct. 26-30, from 4-5:30 p.m. at Sunman-Dearborn Intermediate School. Cost: $40. Registrations due by Thursday, Oct. 15. Info: Jeannie Herman, jherman@sunmandearborn.k12.in.us.



Saturday, Oct. 17

Oldenburg Franciscan Center

“Living a Spirituality of Hope” will be presented Saturday, Oct. 17, from 9-11:30 a.m. at Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $15. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

Haunted Halloween Cruise

The Metamora Haunted Halloween Cruise is Saturdays, Oct. 17 and 24, with rides at 7:30, 8 and 8:30 p.m. Storytellers tell spooky stories appropriate for all ages. Cost: $4. Info: 765-647-6512 or www.metamoraindiana.com.



Sunday, Oct. 18

Coffee Talk

A discussion on the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary will be presented Sunday, Oct. 18, from 10:45 a.m.-noon in the Oldenburg Academy dining room after meeting in the convent chapel for liturgy at 9:30 a.m. Info and reservations: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

Alzheimer’s Walk

East Central High School Family, Career and Community Leaders of America will host an alzheimer’s memory walk Sunday, Oct. 18, from 1-5 p.m. at Bright Lions Park. Cost: $5 per person; $20 per family. A cornhole tournament begins at 2:15 p.m. with registration at 1:30 p.m. All proceeds benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. Info: Brenda Osman, 812-576-4811, Ext. 11302.



Tuesday, Oct. 20

Irritable Bowel Syndrome Class

Margaret Mary Community Hospital will host an irritable bowel syndrome class Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Info and cost: 933-5122.

Batesville Area Historical Society Meeting

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



Wednesday, Oct. 21

Equine Workshop

An Equine Focused Workshop for differently abled persons is Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Whitewater Canal State Historic Site, two blocks south of U.S. 52, Metamora. A canal boat ride, discussion about abilities and disabilities of Belgian Draft horses, hitching demonstration, crafts and games are included. Cost: $4. To register: Joanne Williams, 765-647-6512.

Mission Card Party

There will be a Mission Card Party (playing 500) Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 1 p.m. in the Father Rudolph Room at Holy Family Catholic Church, Oldenburg.

SKIP

Special Kids, Informed Parents (SKIP) will meet Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 6:30-8:20 p.m. at Dearborn County Hospital, Lawrenceburg, second-floor conference center. Info: Sandy Muncy, 812-432-5706 or smuncy@skip4kids.org.

No Excuse for Abuse 5K Run/Walk Preregistration Deadline

The sixth annual No Excuse for Abuse 5K Run/Walk sponsored by the Ripley County Prosecutor’s Office is Saturday, Nov. 7, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at Batesville Police Department. Cost: $10 if registered by Wednesday, Oct. 21; $12 after this date. Proceeds benefit Safe Passage, Inc. Registration forms are available at The Herald-Tribune, Ripley County Prosecutor’s Office and Southeastern Indiana YMCA. Info: 812-689-6331.



Sunday, Oct. 25

Sausage and Pancake Breakfast

New Alsace Conservation Club will host a sausage and pancake breakfast Sunday, Oct. 25, from 7:30 a.m.-noon at New Alsace Conservation Club. Cost: adults, $7.50; children under 10, $4; under 3, free.



Tuesday, Oct. 27

Celiac Disease Class

Margaret Mary Community Hospital will host a celiac disease class Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 6:30-8 p.m. Info and cost: 933-5122.



Wednesday, Oct. 28

Batesville Quiltmakers

Batesville Quiltmakers will meet Wednesday, Oct. 28, at St. Paul Church, Crossroads, at 9:30 a.m. Info: Nance Widdowson, 934-2943.



Friday, Oct. 30

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, Oct. 30, from 7:30-9 a.m.

BACC Award Nominations Deadline

Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce 2010 Distinguished Service and Educator of the Year nominations are due in the chamber office by noon Friday, Oct. 30. Nomination forms are available at the chamber office on the Memorial Building third floor, The Herald-Tribune and WRBI. Info: 934-3101.



Saturday, Oct. 31

Metamora Corn Maze

The Metamora Corn Maze, located one mile east of Metamora on U.S. 52 across from the Hearthstone Restaurant, is open every Saturday and Sunday in October from 1-5 p.m. The last day is Saturday, Oct. 31. Cost: $5. Info: 765-647-6467 or MetamoraCornMaze.com.



Monday, Nov. 2

Doll Plant Retirees Lunch

The Batesville Casket Co. Doll Plant retirees meet for lunch usually every other first Monday of the month, including Nov. 2, at 11:30 a.m. at Osgood Grub Co. Info: Donna McCool, 812-623-3837.



Tuesday, Nov. 3

Napoleon Community Senior Club

The Napoleon Community Senior Club will meet Tuesday, Nov. 3, at Napoleon Community Center. Attendees should bring a covered dish and own table service for supper at 6 p.m. All seniors welcome.



Wednesday, Nov. 4

La Leche League

La Leche League of Sunman, a breast-feeding support group, will meet Wednesday, Nov. 4, from 5-6 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, Nov. 4, 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, Nov. 4, at 7 p.m. Info: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.



Thursday, Nov. 5

Masonic Meeting

Batesville Free & Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold their monthly meeting Thursday, Nov. 5, at 7:30 p.m. For rides or info: Al Anness, 933-5468.



Friday, Nov. 6

Batesville Beautification League

The Batesville Beautification League meets the first Friday of the month, including Nov. 6, at noon at the Sherman House. New members always are welcome. Info: Judy Schath, 934-3234.



Saturday, Nov. 7

Masonic Lodge Breakfast

Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve their monthly all-you-can-eat breakfast Saturday, Nov. 7, from 6-10 a.m. The minimum donation is $5 for adults and $3 for children 6-12. Takeout orders: 934-3144.

No Excuse for Abuse 5K Run/Walk

The sixth annual No Excuse for Abuse 5K Run/Walk sponsored by the Ripley County Prosecutor’s Office is Saturday, Nov. 7, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at Batesville Police Department. Cost: $12. Proceeds benefit Safe Passage, Inc. Registration forms are available at The Herald-Tribune, Ripley County Prosecutor’s Office and Southeastern Indiana YMCA. Info: 812-689-6331.

Metamora Chili Cookoff

Metamora Chili Cookoff is Saturday, Nov. 7, with chili served at 2 p.m. Info: 765-647-2109 or www.metamoraindiana.com.



Tuesday, Nov. 10

BMS PTSO Meeting

All interested parents are invited to a Batesville Middle School Parent Teacher Student Organization meeting Tuesday, Nov. 10, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at BMS.

Healthy Heart Class

Margaret Mary Community Hospital will host a Healthy Heart Class, with 15 tips for lowering cholesterol and triglycerides, Tuesday, Nov. 10, from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Info and cost: 933-5122.

Property Taxes Due

The second 2009 installment of property taxes in Ripley and Franklin counties is due in treasurer’s offices Nov. 10. Ripley County info: 812-689-6352. Franklin County info: 765-647-5121.

Batesville Jaycees

Batesville Jaycees meet the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, including Nov. 10 and 24, at 7 p.m. For the location, please call 933-1019.



Wednesday, Nov. 11

IVA Board of Directors Meeting

The Indiana Virtual Academy board of directors will meet Wednesday, Nov. 11, 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, Nov. 11, at 1 p.m. in the lower hall of St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris.

Tri-County Genealogical Society Meeting

The Tri-County Genealogical Society meeting is Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 7 p.m. at the Batesville Memorial Public Library.



Thursday, Nov. 12

Batesville Lions Club

Batesville Lions Club meets the second and fourth Thursdays of each month, including Nov. 12, at the Sherman House at 6:30 p.m. Visitors welcome. Info: Ted Hartshorn, 934-2636.

VFW Auxiliary Meeting

The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 Ladies Auxiliary will meet Thursday, Nov. 12, at 7:30 p.m. at the post home. Info: Alberta Amberger, 934-2186.



Saturday, Nov. 14

CPR Class

Margaret Mary Community Hospital holds a basic CPR class the second Saturday of each month, including Nov. 14, from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the administrative conference room. Cost: $15. Registration required: 933-5115.



Tuesday, Nov. 17

Batesville Area Historical Society Meeting

The Batesville Area Historical Society will meet Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 7 p.m. at Batesville Memorial Public Library.



Wednesday, Nov. 18

Mission Card Party

There will be a Mission Card Party (playing 500) Wednesday, Nov. 18, at 1 p.m. in the Father Rudolph Room at Holy Family Catholic Church, Oldenburg.

SKIP

Special Kids, Informed Parents (SKIP) will meet Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 6:30-8:20 p.m. at Dearborn County Hospital, Lawrenceburg, second-floor conference center. Info: Sandy Muncy, 812-432-5706 or smuncy@skip4kids.org.



Friday, Nov. 20

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, Nov. 20, from 7:30-9 a.m.



Saturday, Nov. 21

Metamora Christmas Tree Lighting

Metamora Christmas tree lighting is Saturday, Nov. 21, at 6:30 p.m. at the gazebo. Info: 765-647-2109 or www.metamoraindiana.com.



Wednesday, Nov. 25

Batesville Quiltmakers

Batesville Quiltmakers will meet Wednesday, Nov. 25, at St. Paul Church, Crossroads, at 9:30 a.m. Info: Nance Widdowson, 934-2943.



Nov. 27-29

Christmas Walk

The Metamora Christmas Walk begins Friday-Sunday, Nov. 27-29 and continues each weekend until Dec. 18-20. Fridays and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Info: 765-647-2109 or www.metamoraindiana.com.



Tuesday, Dec. 1

Pre-Diabetes Care

Margaret Mary Community Hospital will host a pre-diabetes class Tuesday, Dec. 1, from 5-6 p.m. Info and cost: 933-5122.

Napoleon Community Senior Club

The Napoleon Community Senior Club will meet Tuesday, Dec. 1, at Napoleon Community Center. Attendees should bring a covered dish and own table service for supper at 6 p.m. All seniors welcome.



Wednesday, Dec. 2

La Leche League

La Leche League of Sunman, a breast-feeding support group, will meet Wednesday, Dec. 2, 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, Dec. 2, at 7 p.m. in the BMPL meeting room.



Thursday, Dec. 3

Masonic Meeting

Batesville Free & Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold their monthly meeting Thursday, Dec. 3, at 7:30 p.m. For rides or info: Al Anness, 933-5468.



Friday, Dec. 4

Batesville Beautification League

The Batesville Beautification League meets the first Friday of the month, including Dec. 4, at noon at the Sherman House. New members always are welcome. Info: Judy Schath, 934-3234.



Saturday, Dec. 5

Masonic Lodge Breakfast

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



Tuesday, Dec. 8

BMS PTSO Meeting

All interested parents are invited to a Batesville Middle School Parent Teacher Student Organization meeting Tuesday, Dec. 8, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at BMS.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Margaret Mary Community Hospital will host an inflammatory bowel disease class Tuesday, Dec. 8, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Info and cost: 933-5122.

Batesville Jaycees

Batesville Jaycees meet the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, including Dec. 8 and 22, at 7 p.m. For the location, please call 933-1019.



Wednesday, Dec. 9

IVA Board of Directors Meeting

The Indiana Virtual Academy board of directors will meet Wednesday, Dec. 9, 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, Dec. 9, at 1 p.m. in the lower hall of St. Anthony Catholic Church, Morris.



Thursday, Dec. 10

Batesville Lions Club

Batesville Lions Club meets the second and fourth Thursdays of each month, including Dec. 10, at the Sherman House at 6:30 p.m. Visitors welcome. Info: Ted Hartshorn, 934-2636.

VFW Auxiliary Meeting

The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 Ladies Auxiliary will meet Thursday, Dec. 10, at 7:30 p.m. at the post home. Info: Alberta Amberger, 934-2186.



Saturday, Dec. 12

CPR Class

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



Wednesday, Dec. 16

Mission Card Party

There will be a Mission Card Party (playing 500) Wednesday, Dec. 16, at 1 p.m. in the Father Rudolph Room at Holy Family Catholic Church, Oldenburg.



Friday, Dec. 18

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, Dec. 18, from 7:30-9 a.m.



Dec. 18-20

Christmas Walk

The Metamora Christmas Walk continues Friday-Saturday, Dec. 18-19, from 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 20, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Info: 765-647-2109 or www.metamoraindiana.com.