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.
Soup Festival
The New Point Kiwanis Club Whistleberry Soup Festival Saturday, Oct. 17, from 4-7 p.m. at the New Point Community Center features all-you-can-eat bean soup, cornbread, drink and dessert. Freewill offerings benefit Riley Hospital for Children.
Pork Chop Supper
Hamburg Knights of St. John will host a pork chop supper at their hall Saturday, Oct. 17, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Cost: $8.
Poker Walk
The Batesville Jaycees annual poker walk is Saturday, Oct. 17. Registration with $5 donations is from 6-7 p.m. at Hooligan’s at Batesville Shopping Village, then the three-hour walk to six other local bars begins and ends there.
After Hours
Concert Series
The Ball State University Saxophone Quartet will play an international program of music Saturday, Oct. 17, from 7-9 p.m. during a free Batesville Memorial Public Library After Hours Concert Series show.
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.
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.
St. Jacob’s
Turkey Dinner
St. Jacob’s United Church of Christ, Blue Creek, annual turkey dinner is Sunday, Oct. 18, from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Carry-outs available.
Stillboard and Trap Shoot
Eagle Fire Co., Oldenburg, will sponsor a trap and stillboard shoot Sunday, Oct. 18, starting at 11 a.m. at Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg. Prizes: meat and money.
Chicken Dinner
Kenneth L. Diver American Legion Post 337, Sunman, will host a chicken dinner Sunday, Oct. 18, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: adults, $9; children ages 10 and under, $5. Whole chicken available at drive-thru only.
Super Sunday Bingo
St. Louis School’s Super Sunday Bingo is Oct. 18. Doors open at 11 a.m. with early bird games at 1 p.m. and main games at 3:30 with a $10,000 payout. Meal and games cost $35. Walk-ins welcome. Reservations: Sandy Weberding, 934-4929.
Stillboard Shoot
Batesville American Legion Post 271 will host a stillboard shoot Sunday, Oct. 18, at noon at the post, 2899 E. Legion Road. Prizes: meat and money. Refreshments available. Info: Buck Hoegeman, 212-3424.
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.
U.S. Air Force
Band Concert
The U.S. Air Force Band of Flight from Wright- Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, Ohio, will perform a free concert Sunday, Oct. 18, at 2 p.m. at the Batesville High School auditorium. The sold-out event is sponsored by the Rural Alliance for the Arts.
Oct. 18-24
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor Teen Read Week Sunday-Saturday, Oct. 18-24. Info: 812-663-2826.
Monday, Oct. 19
Laurel Library Event
Information about what Franklin County has to offer genealogists and researchers will be discussed Monday, Oct. 19, at 2 p.m. at Laurel Library. Info: 765-647-4031.
Preventing and Treating Shoulder Injuries
The Southeastern Indiana YMCA is hosting a free information session covering the prevention and treatment of shoulder injuries Monday, Oct. 19, at 6:30 p.m. Info: 934-6006.
Masonic Meeting
Batesville Free & Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will confer an EA Degree Monday, Oct. 19, at 7 p.m. For rides or info: Al Anness, 933-5468.
Right to Life Meeting
Right to Life of Southeastern Indiana will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19, at Versailles Church of Christ on Jarvis Drive.
Oct. 19-Nov. 2
Ripley County
Absentee Voting
Ripley County registered voters who want to cast absentee ballots for the referendum about the Batesville Community School Corp. building and renovation project may come to the Ripley County Courthouse clerk’s office, Versailles, Oct. 19-23 and Oct. 26-30, 8 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 31, 9 a.m.-noon; and Monday, Nov. 2, 8 a.m.-noon. Info: clerk Ginger Bradford, 812-689-6115.
Tuesday, Oct. 20
Garbage Collection Changes
Beginning Tuesday, Oct. 20, Linkel Co. will revert back to once-a-week garbage collection. State Road 46 East, East Pearl Street, West Pearl Street and County Line Road will serve as the dividing line. Residences and businesses north of this line will be collected on Tuesdays, with the remainder of the city’s residential trash collected on Fridays. The collection of recyclables will remain as is, on a weekly schedule.
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.
ECHS AfterProm Meeting
The East Central High School AfterProm Committee will meet Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 7 p.m. in the ECHS cafeteria. Info: Kim Dunn, 513-607-8871.
BMPL Halloween Program
Batesville Memorial Public Library will host “Don Miller and the Boo-Riffic Halloween Show” Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 7-8. Children ages preschool-third grade can dress in costumes for this free program. Info: 934-4706.
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, 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.
Library Computer Course
Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will host a Microsoft Publisher Workshop Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 2 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.
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 No Excuse for Abuse 5K Run/Walk sponsored by the Ripley County Prosecutor’s Office is Saturday, Nov. 7, at 8:30 a.m. at the Batesville Police Department. Cost: $10 if registered by Wednesday, Oct. 21; $12 after. Proceeds benefit Safe Passage. Forms are available at The Herald-Tribune, Ripley County Prosecutor’s Office and Southeastern Indiana YMCA. Info: 812-689-6331.
Thursday, Oct. 22
Batesville Deanery Council of Catholic Women
The Batesville Deanery Council of Catholic Women will meet Thursday, Oct. 22. Mass is at 11 a.m. at the Sisters of St. Francis Chapel. Lunch at noon at The Brau Haus; and tour of the Batesville Deanery Resource Center at 1 p.m. followed by short business meeting.
Ripley County Chamber
Annual Meeting
The theme of the Ripley County Chamber’s annual meeting Thursday, Oct. 22, at South Ripley Elementary School, Versailles, is high school sports. It begins with a silent auction at 5 p.m. followed by a dinner at 6 p.m. The guest speaker is John Popovich. Unsung Hero Awards will be presented. Dinner reservations are $15: 812-689-6654.
Secular Franciscans Meeting
The Secular Franciscans will meet Thursday, Oct. 22, at 6:30 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, Oldenburg, in the Father Rudolf Room. Info: 812-623-2917.
Friday, Oct. 23
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor a “Bats and Boo...ks!” Halloween party Friday, Oct. 23, at 6:30 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.
Saturday, Oct. 24
Hispanic Wellness Fair for Families
The Hispanic Council Advisory Committee will sponsor an Hispanic Wellness Fair for Families Saturday, Oct. 24, from 3-5 p.m. at St. Louis School cafeteria followed by an Hispanic dinner at 5 p.m. and a Spanish-speaking Mass at 6:30 p.m. Interpreters will be at each booth.
Family Dance
and Auction
The St. Anthony Parish Haiti Ministry is hosting a silent auction and family dance Saturday, Oct. 24, from 7-11 p.m. at Schad Hall. Soft drinks and snacks provided. Freewill offerings accepted. Proceeds will feed the hungry, educate children and provide medical care to people of Gandou, Haiti. Info: Joe and Jennifer Rennekamp, 812-623-2654.
Octoberfest Dance
The Knights of St John will host an Octoberfest Dance Saturday, Oct. 24, from 8 p.m.-midnight at their hall in Hamburg. Music by Inner Soul. Info: Steve Moeller, 934-2674; or Mark Fullenkamp, 934-5335.
Sunday, Oct. 25
Napoleon Fire Department Breakfast
The Napoleon Fire Department will host a breakfast Sunday, Oct. 25, from 7 a.m.-1 p.m. at the firehouse. Freewill offering.
Sausage and Pancake Breakfast
The 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.
Ham Radio Swapfest and Testing Session
On Sunday, Oct. 25, a ham radio swapfest will be held at Napoleon Town Hall beginning at 9 a.m. Setup begins at 8:30 a.m. Cost: $1 per table; tailgating setup, free. A ham radio testing session begins at 12:30 p.m. for those wanting to upgrade or get a new license. Bring two IDs, including photo identification. Cost: $15. Info: 934-5853.
Turkey Dinner
The St. John’s Catholic Church turkey dinner is Sunday, Oct. 25, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Enochsburg hall. Turtle soup, sandwiches and tickets to a raffle with quilt and cash prizes also are available.
Stillboard and Trap Shoot
The Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg, will host a stillboard and trap shoot Sunday, Oct. 25, starting at 11 a.m. Prizes: meat and money.
Turkey Bingo
Turkey bingo takes place Sunday, Oct. 25, at 6:30 p.m. at the St. Joseph Life Center, St. Leon.
Monday, Oct. 26
United Families
United Families will present “The 40 Developmental Assets” for parents of children/adolescents with serious emotional disorders or behavioral problems Monday, Oct. 26, at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Mental Health Center’s Intensive Youth Services Office. Dinner and child care provided. Info and RSVP: Kathy Riley, 812-212-2420.
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor a Decatur County Railroads presentation Monday, Oct. 26, at 7 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.
Oct. 26-Nov. 2
Franklin County
Absentee Voting
Franklin County registered voters who want to cast absentee ballots for the referendum about the Batesville Community School Corp. building and renovation project may come to the Franklin County Courthouse clerk’s office, Brookville, Monday-Friday, Oct. 26-30, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 31, and Monday, Nov. 2, 8:30 a.m.-noon. Info: clerk Marlene Flaspohler, 765-647-5111.
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 Lutheran Church, Crossroads, at 9:30 a.m. Info: Nance Widdowson, 934-2943.
Library Computer Course
Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will host an Intermediate Internet Workshop Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 6 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.
Thursday, Oct. 29
Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor an adult Christmas card craft Thursday, Oct. 29, at 6:30 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.
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.
Food Pantries Benefit
“Good Spirits ... In Good Spirits ... For Food” is the theme of a benefit for Ripley and Franklin counties food pantries Friday, Oct. 30, at 6 p.m. at Hillcrest Country Club. A gourmet dinner, wine tasting, silent and live auctions are featured. Reservations: Mary Ellen Rippe, 934-6492.
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
Halloween Benefit
A Halloween benefit for cancer patient Ed “Buck” Hoegeman is Saturday, Oct. 31, from noon-11 p.m. at the Batesville American Legion Hall. Euchre and cornhole tournaments, kids’ games, costume contest, dance, auction. A dinner costs $8 for adults (BYOB) and $6 for children 12 and under.
Metamora Corn Maze
The Metamora Corn Maze, located one mile east of Metamora on U.S. 52, 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.
Eagles Halloween Dance
Batesville Eagles Aerie 1130 will host a Halloween dance with music by TUXX Saturday, Oct. 31, from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. No cover charge. Those who wear costumes are eligible for door prizes. Must be 21.
Sunday, Nov. 1
Holiday Bazaar
The 37th annual Beta Sigma Phi Theta Nu Chapter holiday bazaar is Sunday, Nov. 1, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Batesville Primary School. Proceeds go toward scholarships and local charities.
Lions Club Fundraiser
Batesville Lions Club is offering a variety of household brooms and giant coloring books at the Beta Sigma Phi holiday bazaar Sunday, Nov. 1, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Trap and Stillboard Shoot
The Hamburg Knights of St. John will sponsor a trap and stillboard shoot Sunday, Nov. 1, starting at 11 a.m. at Tri-Township Conservation Club, Oldenburg. Prizes: meat and money. Info: Dan Lamping, 934-2082.
Turkey Dinner and Holiday Bazaar
The North Dearborn Auxiliary will sponsor an all-you-can-eat turkey dinner and holiday bazaar Sunday, Nov. 1, from noon to 5 p.m. at New Alsace American Legion. Country store, raffle.
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 No Excuse for Abuse 5K Run/Walk sponsored by the Ripley County Prosecutor’s Office is Saturday, Nov. 7, at 8:30 a.m. at the Batesville Police Department. Cost: $12. Proceeds benefit Safe Passage. 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.
Sat.-Sun., Nov. 7-8
Craft Show and Chicken Dinner
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Dover, will have a craft show Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. A craft show and chicken dinner will be held Sunday, Nov. 8, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 8
Chili Dinner
A Veterans Day Cincinnati-style chili dinner will be held Sunday, Nov. 8, from 4-7 p.m. at Sunman American Legion. Cost: adults, $8; children 6-12, $3; 5 and under, free. A flag retirement ceremony will be held at 3:30 p.m.
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.
Pottery Workshop
Indianapolis artist Don Edwards will conduct a public pot-making workshop Tuesday, Nov. 10, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Batesville Primary School art room. An adult must accompany a child. Each participant will make a pot on the pottery wheel. The workshop is free, but freewill offerings to offset expenses will be accepted. To register: Anne Amrhein, 934-2629 or aamrhein@batesville.k12.in.us.
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.
Heroes Tree
Remembrance Program
An Our Heroes Tree Remembrance Program is Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 7 p.m. at the Batesville library for veterans, current military members and their supporters. Entertainment and refreshments are included.
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.
Winter Wonderland Bazaar
The Versailles-Osgood Tri Kappa Chapter is sponsoring a Winter Wonderland Bazaar Sunday, Nov. 14, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at South Ripley Elementary School, Versailles. Proceeds benefit scholarships, camperships and charitable causes. Info: Brenda Armbrecht, 812-689-5732.
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.
ECHS AfterProm Meeting
The East Central High School AfterProm Committee will meet Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 7 p.m. in the ECHS cafeteria. Info: Kim Dunn, 513-607-8871.
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.
Sunday, Nov. 22
Breakfast and Road Rally
The Sunman Area Life Squad annual full sausage breakfast and road rally scavenger hunt is Sunday, Nov. 22, from 7 a.m.-1 p.m. at Sunman Elementary School. Info: Paul Tyrer, 812-623-8540.
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.
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