Community Events

April 25, 2008 06:59 am

— Friday, April 25
“Social Skills in Autism Spectrum Disorders”
A training workshop on “Social Skills in Autism Spectrum Disorders” will be held Friday, April 25, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Versailles Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. Info or to register: Ripley-Ohio-Dearborn Special Education Cooperative: 812-623-2212.
K of C Dinner
The Batesville Knights of Columbus Friday meal April 25, serving from 5 to 8 p.m., will include baked or fried cod or fried chicken. Carryouts available.
Eagles Auxiliary Dinner
Batesville Eagles Auxiliary will serve cod fish, shrimp and salisbury steak dinners Friday, April 25, from 5 to 8 p.m. for members and guests.
VFW Dinner
Barbecue country ribs, codfish, tenderloin sandwiches, hamburgers and shrimp will be served at the Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars post home Friday, April 25, from 5 to 8 p.m. for members and guests.
Media Literacy
Workshop Deadline
The workshop “Media Literacy: Read Any Good Media Lately?” takes place Wednesday, April 30, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Brookville Public Library, 919 Main St. The presenter is Christopher Lloyd, whose approach to media literacy has been highlighted on ABC’s “Good Morning America” and in The Washington Post. The registration fee is $20 with a late fee of $5. The deadline is April 25. Info: Stayin’ Alive, 765-647-7272.

April 25-27
Greensburg-Decatur County Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will host “A Week in Decatur County Photo Contest” Friday-Saturday, April 25-27. Info: 812-663-2826.

Saturday, April 26
Yard Sale and Flea Market
St. Peter’s Catholic Church, St. Peter’s, will have a community yard sale and flea market Saturday, April 26, from 7 a.m. to noon at their community building.
Metamora Merchants Association Breakfast
Dr. Yao-yi Fu of the Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis tourism department will speak during the Metamora Merchants Association kickoff breakfast Saturday, April 26, at 8 a.m. at The Hearthstone.
CPR Class
On Saturday, April 26, Margaret Mary Community Hospital workers will teach community members cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) during a free class. Offered through a partnership with the American Heart Association, the class is from 9 to 11:30 a.m. in the hospital auditorium. To register: 933-5115.
Road Rally
The Butternut Run Road Rally, sponsored by the Ripley County Tourism Bureau and Ripley County Chamber of Commerce, begins and ends at the Sherman House Saturday, April 26. Registration is at 9 a.m. with the rally one hour later. The four teams with the highest scores win prizes. The cost to register is $30 per vehicle beforehand or $40 April 26. Info: www.SCENICROADRALLIES.com or Satolli Glassmeyer, 812-623-5727.
Brum Woods Cleanup
Friends of Brum Woods are planning an Earth Day cleanup there Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to noon. Volunteers, who will pick up trash and work on trails and perennial flower beds, should bring gloves, garbage bags and tools and meet at the main entrance (on South Mulberry Street across from Children’s Health Care). Info: Jamie Schantz, 934-4947.
Go Green Car Wash
A Go Green Car Wash will be held Saturday, April 26, beginning at 9 a.m. at the corner of Washington Street and State Road 46, Morris. Donations welcome. All proceeds benefit the Free Store Building Fund.
“Rocking Chair Wisdom”
The fourth annual women’s conference, “Rocking Chair Wisdom” will be held Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Oldenburg Franciscan Center. Cost: $30, includes lunch. Info or to register: 933-6437; or center@oldenburgosf.com.
Greensburg-Decatur County Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor a lampwork bead-making demonstration and bracelet making Saturday, April 26, at 10 a.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.
Rising Star Singers
The Rising Star Singers will perform Saturday, April 26, at 2 p.m. in the Lawrenceburg Public Library. Registration for this free program: 812-539-4251.
Community Prayer
The Batesville Vineyard Community Church is hosting a community time of prayer Saturday, April 26, from 4 to 10 p.m.
For God and Country Gospel Sing
For God and Country Gospel Sing will be held Saturday, April 26, at 6 p.m. at the Milan High School cafetorium. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Freewill offering for Operation: Support Our Troops. Info: 812-654-3921.
Poker Walk
The Batesville Jaycees will host a poker walk for ages 21 and up Saturday, April 26. Registration is 6 to 7 p.m. at their clubhouse on the second floor at the corner of Main and Boehringer streets. Walk from 7 to 10 p.m. Prize drawings at 10:30 p.m. at the clubhouse. Cost: $5. Proceeds benefit Camp About Face and Batesville High School Scholastic Awards.

Sunday, April 27
Home Party Bazaar
St. John’s Lutheran Church, Hubbells Corner, will host a Mother’s Day Home Party Bazaar Sunday, April 27, from 3 to 5 p.m. Info: Nancy Gutapfel, 812-623-2506.

Monday, April 28
One Community, One Family Parent Gathering
One Community, One Family will present “Understanding Medicaid” for parents of children/adolescents with serious emotional disorders or behavioral problems Monday, April 28, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Community Mental Health Center’s Intensive Youth Services Office. This may count as foster parent credit hours. Dinner and child care will be provided. Info and RSVP: Kathy Riley, 812-212-2420.
Prayer Breakfast
Reservations Deadline
The Batesville Community Prayer Breakfast, which features a choral program, is Thursday, May 1, from 7 to 8 a.m. at the Sherman House. The breakfast, which is open to the public, is hosted by Mayor Rick Fledderman and sponsored by Batesville Kiwanis and Lions clubs. Tickets are $8. To make reservations by April 28: Beth West, 933-6100.

Tuesday, April 29
Oldenburg Water
Pressure Lower
The Oldenburg water tower will be drained and cleaned Tuesday, April 29, starting at 8 a.m. Residents should expect lower water pressure that day.
Library Computer Course
Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will host a beginning Internet class Tuesday, April 29, at 2 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.
Microenterprise Assistance Program Meeting
The City of Batesville was awarded an $80,000 Microenterprise Assistance Program Grant from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs. A $5,000 to $20,000 loan can be made to a new or existing business that has five or fewer low to moderate income employees, at least one of whom must be an owner. A meeting to discuss the new program is Tuesday, April 29, at 6 p.m. in the Memorial Building’s council chambers.
ECHS AfterProm Meeting
The East Central High School AfterProm Committee will meet Tuesday, April 29, at 7 p.m. in the ECHS cafeteria. Help is needed Friday-Saturday, May 2-3, to decorate for the AfterProm. Info or to sign up: Tina Grubbs, 812-637-9938.

Wednesday, April 30
Batesville Golden Citizens Card Party
Batesville Golden Citizens invite the area’s seniors to a card party in the Memorial Building basement Wednesday, April 30. Five hundred and euchre are played from 6 to 9 p.m.
Home Buyers Seminar
The East Central High School Family Career and Community Leaders of America and FCN Bank will host a free Home Buyers Seminar for first-time buyers and those considering refinancing Wednesday, April 30, at 7 p.m. at ECHS Room 141. Info: Brenda Osman, 812-576-4811, Ext. 11302.
“The Wizard of Oz”
St. Louis Catholic School junior high students will present “The Wizard of Oz” Wednesday, April 30, at 7 p.m. in the Batesville High School auditorium. Free admission.

Thursday, May 1
Coffee Social
St. John’s Lutheran Church, Napoleon, will have their monthly coffee social Thursday, May 1, beginning at 4:30 p.m. Carryouts available.
Friends of the BMPL
Friends of the Batesville Memorial Public Library will meet Thursday, May 1, at 7 p.m. at the library.
CIC Meeting
The Franklin County Citizens Input Committee for Zoning Reform meets every Thursday, including May 1, at 7 p.m. at the Franklin County Government Center, Brookville. Info: Dave White, 765-647-5360.
Masonic Meeting
Batesville Free & Accepted Masonic Lodge 668 will hold their monthly meeting Thursday, May 1, at 7:30 p.m. Refreshments. For rides or info: Al Anness, 933-5468.
Mission Team Fundraiser
The St. Louis Catholic Church Mission Team will be selling 5 Oaks Lawn and Garden gift certificates through Thursday, May 1. All proceeds help fund the youth and adults going on the Youngstown, Ohio, trip this summer. Certificates available from any mission team member or at Geis Electronics. Info: Mary Jo Wuestefeld, 934-3822.
FarmFreshCSA Deadline
The Laughery Valley Growers, Inc., a multifarm agricultural cooperative centered in Ripley County, is offering its third season of FarmFreshCSA weekly shares of local, pesticide-free vegetables and some fruits. The deadline to register is May 1. The season is June 25 through Oct. 22. Subscribers pick up their boxes in Batesville on Wednesdays from 3:45 to 6:15 p.m. Info: www.foodandgrowers.org or Shelia Merkel, 933-0762.
FFA Awards Banquet
The Batesville High School FFA members will host their annual awards banquet Friday, May 9, in the cafeteria. Dinner at 5:30 p.m. followed by the award ceremony. Reservations due by Thursday, May 1: 934-4384, Ext. 12511; or batesvilleffa@gmail.com.

Thu.-Sat., May 1-3
ECHS Horticulture Plant Sale
The East Central High School Horticulture program members will conduct their second annual spring plant sale at the greenhouse on the north side of the school Thursday-Friday, May 1-2, from 3 to 6:30 p.m.; and Saturday, May 3, from 8 a.m. to noon; and every Wednesday in May, from 3 to 6:30 p.m. while supplies last. Please enter through agriculture shop doors. Info: Roy Johnson, 812-576-4811, Ext. 11122; or rjohnson@sunmandearborn.k12.in.us.

Friday, May 2
Health Fair
There will be a free health fair Friday, May 2, from 8 a.m to noon in the Franklin County High School, Brookville, cafeteria. Info: Bonnie Blades, 888-748-1234.
Oldenburg Street Sweeping
Street sweeping will be done in Oldenburg Friday, May 2, beginning at 8 a.m. and should be completed by 1 p.m. If possible, all citizens are asked to remove their cars from the street during these times. Holy Family Catholic Church parking lot will be available for vehicle parking.
K of C Dinner
The Batesville Knights of Columbus Friday meal May 2, serving from 5 to 8 p.m., will include baked or fried cod or country fried steak.
Eagles Auxiliary Dinner
Batesville Eagles Auxiliary will serve codfish, shrimp and smoked pork chop dinners Friday, May 2, from 5 to 8 p.m. for members and guests.
Battle of the Bands
Registration Deadline
The Batesville Battle of the Bands is Saturday, May 17, at 7 p.m. at the Batesville Middle School old gym. Bands of any genre, from heavy metal to rock to pop, are needed. Proceeds benefit Batesville High School music programs. Registrations at $15 are due May 2. Info: Mary Mattingly, mmattingly@etczone.com or 933-0741.

Fri.-Sat., May 2-3
Rummage Sale
The St. Peter’s United Church of Christ Ladies Aid are having a rummage Sale Friday, May 2, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturday, May 3, from 8 a.m. to noon.

Saturday, May 3
Masonic Lodge Breakfast
Batesville Masonic Lodge 668 will serve an all-you-can-eat breakfast Saturday, May 3, from 6 to 10 a.m. The minimum donation is $5 for adults and $3 for children 6-12. Everyone welcome. Takeout orders: 934-3144.
Spruce Up Sunman
The Sunman Beautification Committee will hold a clean-up day for the Town of Sunman Saturday, May 3, starting at the Sunman Community Building at 8 a.m. A dumpster will be parked behind the FCN Bank for Sunman residents to use. Rain date is May 10.
St. Leon Dance
The St. Leon American Legion will host a dance Saturday, May 3, from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. with music by Diamond River. Info: Earl Stenger: 812-623-3742.

Sat.-Sun., May 3-4
Lore of the Laughery
The Lore of the Laughery featuring historical re-enactments, music and a trade fair is Saturday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association Grounds, Friendship. Info: Martin Dotson, 812-667-5131; or nmlraevents@seidata.com

Sunday, May 4
March for Babies
The Southeastern Indiana March for Babies is Sunday, May 4, at the Liberty Park Pavilion. Registration from noon to 1 p.m. Walk begins at 1 p.m. Info: March of Dimes Columbus divisional office, 800-737-9255.

Monday, May 5
Absentee Voter Deadline
Monday, May 5, at noon, is the last day to vote an absentee ballot before the Absentee Board in the Franklin and Ripley counties clerks’ offices. Info: Franklin County, 765-647-5111, Ext. 3; Ripley County, 812-689-6115.

Tuesday, May 6
Kiwanis Club Meeting
Everyone is welcome at a Kiwanis Club of Batesville breakfast meeting each Tuesday at 6:30 a.m., including May 6, at the Sherman House. Info: Joe Stephens, 934-2461, or www.batesvillein.com/kiwanis.
Shawnee Valley Dulcimer Society
The Shawnee Valley Dulcimer Society meetings are the first and third Tuesdays of each month, including May 6, from 5 to 8 p.m. at St. Thomas Lutheran Church, Brookville. Newcomers welcome. Info: 765-647-5450.
Oak Heritage Conservancy
An Oak Heritage Conservancy meeting will be held Tuesday, May 6, at 7 p.m. at South Ripley Elementary School, Versailles. OHC is a land trust which preserves and protects land in Southeastern Indiana. Info: 812-852-2200, or www.ohclandtrust.org.

Tue.-Thu., May 6-8
BPS Community Book Sale
There will be a community book sale at Batesville Primary School Tuesday, May 6, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Wednesday, May 7, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Thursday, May 8, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Materials range from preschool to grade 8. Info: Rachael Berkemeier, 934-4509.

Wednesday, May 7
Batesville Golden Citizens Card Party
Batesville Golden Citizens invite the area’s seniors to a card party in the Memorial Building basement Wednesday, May 7. Five hundred and euchre are played from 1 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. Also, May 28.
Greensburg-Decatur County Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor “Four Star Wednesdays for Seniors Computer Workshop” each Wednesday in May, including May 7, at 2 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.
La Leche League
La Leche League of Sunman, a breast-feeding support group, will meet Wednesday, May 7, from 5 to 6 p.m. at the office of Dr. Suzanne Martini in Sunman. Expectant and breast-feeding moms welcome. Info: 812-654-2593.
St. Louis/Knights of St. John Auxiliary
The St. Louis/Knights of St. John ladies auxiliary will meet at the Knights home Wednesday, May 7, at 7 p.m. Info: Katy Hortemiller, 934-5267.
Longaberger/Vera Bradley Bingo
The East Central High School/Sunman-Dearborn Middle School Family, Career and Community Leaders of America will hold their seventh annual Longaberger/Vera Bradley Bingo fundraiser Wednesday, May 7, at 6 p.m. in the ECHS cafeteria. Refreshments. Cost: $10. Info: Brenda Osman, 812-576-4811, Ext. 11302.
Jaycees Scholastic Awards and Scholarship Program
The Batesville Jaycees will hold their scholastic awards and scholarship program Wednesday, May 7, at 7 p.m. at Batesville High School.

Thursday, May 8
Library Computer Course
Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will host an Introduction to Computers Workshop Thursday, May 8, at 2 p.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.
VFW Auxiliary Meeting
The Batesville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3183 ladies auxiliary will meet Thursday, May 8, at 7:30 p.m. at the post home for their Mother’s Day party and installation of officers. A joint meeting will be at 7 p.m.
Live Y’ers Signup Deadline
Live Y’ers, organized by Southeastern Indiana YMCA for persons 50 and over, are going to “Smoke on the Mountain’s Homecoming” at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, Indianapolis, midday July 23 at a cost of $46-$52. The signup deadline is May 8. Reservations and info: 934-6006.

Friday, May 9
K of C Dinner
The Batesville Knights of Columbus Friday meal May 9, serving from 5 to 8 p.m., will include baked or fried cod or fried chicken. Carryouts available.
Live Y’ers Signup Deadlines
Live Y’ers, organized by Southeastern Indiana YMCA for persons 50 and over, are going to a lunch cruise on the Belle of Cincinnati Aug. 30 at 11 a.m. at a cost of $38-$44; and “The Full Monty” at La Comedia Dinner Theatre, Springboro, Ohio, Sept. 10 at 11 a.m. at a cost of $40-$46. The signup deadline for both is May 9. Reservations and info: 934-6006.

Saturday, May 10
Large Item Pickup
On Saturday, May 10, the City of Batesville offers curbside pickup of large items from residents’ homes starting at 5 a.m. Acceptable items include old clothing; furniture, bedsprings and mattresses; old rugs and carpet pieces; rubber hose; appliances; wood, bundled 4 feet or shorter, 75 pounds maximum; insulation; cans and buckets, totally cleaned and dry; paint cans (must be dried paint). Refrigerators, air-conditioning units and freezers also will be taken if they have stickers showing that the chlorofluorocarbons were removed. Info: 933-6100.
Women in the Outdoors
The Women in the Outdoors Conference is Saturday, May 31, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Quail Ridge Sportman’s Club, Sunman. Early bird registration due by Saturday, May 10, $40. After this date, $50. Registration deadline is Tuesday, May 27. Info: Kelly Suding, 812-926-4999; or kelly@quailridge.com.

Sat.-Sun., May 10-11
Adventure Race
The Mission Adventure Race with teams of 2 or 3 will take place Saturday, May 10, from 6 a.m. to midnight at Versailles State Park. A Lite Beginner Race also takes place over a 4-hour period. Info: Brian Holzhausen, 317-336-7553; or www.DINOseries.com/mission.

Sunday, May 11
“Evensong”
“Evensong,” an interfaith prayer service, is presented every second Sunday of the month, including May 11 from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Oldenburg Franciscan Center chapel. Info: 933-6437 or center@oldenburgosf.com.

Mon.-Fri., May 12-16
Greensburg-Decatur County Library Happenings
The Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will sponsor National Children’s Book Week Monday-Friday, May 12-16. Info: 812-663-2826.

Tuesday, May 13
Library Computer Course
Greensburg-Decatur County Public Library will host a beginning Internet computer class Tuesday, May 13, at 10 a.m. Registration may be required: 812-663-2826.

Wednesday, May 14
Batesville Golden Citizens Card Party
Batesville Golden Citizens invite the area’s seniors to a card party in the Memorial Building basement Wednesday, May 14. Five hundred and euchre are played from 6 to 9 p.m. Also, May 21.