EVENTS
We welcome news on upcoming events from Southeast Indiana from nonprofit organizations in the area. Email them at [email protected]. Questions can be directed to Kevin Green at 812-663-3111 ext. 217056.
August 7
10 a.m. to noon – Milroy Community Pantry at Milroy Elementary School. This is a drive-thru event open to anyone who needs it.
August 8
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – First Christian Church is hosting an event at the Decatur County Fairgrounds with service, free lunch and activities for families. Open to anyone interested. Call the church at (812) 663-8488 for more information.
August 9
1 p.m. and 4 p.m. – The Little Sprouts, for Kindergarten – Grade 2, will meet and make a craft with root vegetables at the Batesville Memorial Public Library. Register at ebatesville.com/events.
6:00 PM – Carthage City Council meets at Carthage Town Hall, 6 W. First Street.
August 10
1:00 p.m. – Knit Together at the Batesville Memorial Public Library. Are you interested in knitting or learning to knit? Bring your current project to work or bring your own yarn and needles to get you started.
7:00 p.m. – Greensburg Community School Board Budget Workshop and Board Meeting at 1312 W. Westridge Parkway. Open to the public.
August 11
9 a.m. to 7 p.m. – Family wardrobe at the Westport Baptist Church Outreach Center on Main Street (across from the church). Free second-hand clothing for all families in Decatur County in need. More info: 812-767-2362.
10 a.m. – The Batesville Memorial Public Library Drama Club will meet to learn about different aspects of theater under the direction of Hannah Giesting. This program is for children of all ages. Register at ebatesville.com/events.
August 12
9 a.m. to 7 p.m. – Family wardrobe at the Westport Baptist Church Outreach Center on Main Street (across from the church). Free second-hand clothing for all families in Decatur County in need. More info: 812-767-2362.
12:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. – The YMCA of Southeast Indiana, 30 S. Ind. 129 South, Batesville, is hosting a blood drive in the Y boardroom. Please pre-register at https://donate.indiana.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/139991.
1 p.m. – The Batesville Memorial Thursday Crafternoon Public Library for adults will be making art on the lawn from glassware. Register at ebatesville.com/events to create your own lawn art.
6:30 p.m. – The Batesville Memorial Public Library Magic Club meets on the second Thursday of each month.
7:00 p.m. – Lois Chapter # 147 OES meets at Masonic Hall on E. Central Ave., Greensburg. There will be refreshments in the dining room at 6:15 pm All members are requested to attend.
Aug 13
9 a.m. to 11 a.m. – Family wardrobe at the Westport Baptist Church Outreach Center on Main Street (opposite the church). Free second-hand clothing for all families in Decatur County in need. More info: 812-767-2362.
10:00 am – 12:00 pm – Ask A Lawyer at the Batesville Memorial Public Library provides FREE legal information. Volunteer lawyers will be available through Zoom to answer your questions regarding family law, housing, driver’s license issues and more. No criminal matter will be discussed. Register at ebatesville.com/events to reserve your time slot. Walk-in accepted weather permitting.
August 14th
10 a.m. – Decatur County Courthouse Lawn Prayer Walk to LifeLine Wesleyan Church. Open to anyone interested.
10 a.m. – The Greensburg Country Club will host the annual Lykins Charity Golf Outing. With 180 participants, the tournament will last at least six hours. The course will be closed most of the day, but will open after all play is over with the golf exit.
Noon: Back to School Bash picnic for young people MOVE South East at Greensburg City Park, 1650 W. Park Road. Open to young adults residing in Dearborn, Decatur, Franklin, Ohio, Ripley and Switzerland counties. Pre-registration required. Visit www.youthmovenational.org or email [email protected] for more information.
6:00 PM – After Hours Concert with Matthew Ball “The Boogie Woogie Kid” featuring New Orleans and Swing-era tunes from the 20’s, 30’s and 40’s. This program is sponsored by BAAC, Friends of the Batesville Memorial Library and Public Library. Bring your own chairs and join us Under the Umbrella Sky for this music event.
7 p.m. – Free concert at Riverside Park Amphitheater in Rushville with Dirty Deeds, an AC / DC tribute band. Free parking, a shuttle service from nearby parking lots and on-site vendors are also offered.
August 16
8 a.m. – Decatur County Commissioners meet in Room 106 of the Decatur County Courthouse. Open to the public.
2:30 p.m. – Decatur County Council Meeting in Room 106 of the Decatur County Courthouse.
5 to 7 p.m. – Milroy Community Food Pantry, Inc. at Milroy Elementary School. This is a drive-thru event open to anyone who needs it.
August 17
9 a.m. – Decatur County Council meets in Room 106 of the Decatur County Courthouse. Open to the public. The council’s 2022 budget workshop will follow.
August 19
Early bird registration for reduced admission to the next Greensburg County Chamber of Commerce / Decatur SHIFT Women in Business Conference: Changes Ahead. To register, go to www.greensburgchamber.com/events or call Dawn Lowe at 812-663-2832 for more information.
21st of August
7 am to 5 pm – Free Hunter Education Class at First Baptist Church, 209 W. Washington Street, Greensburg. Interested parties should go to this link to register: https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/168201
23 august
6:00 p.m. – Carthage City Council working session at Carthage Town Hall, 6 W. First Street.
7:00 p.m .: The Greensburg Aviation Board of Directors will meet at the EOC. Open to the public.
26 august
Women in Business SHIFT Conference: Changes Ahead presented by the Greensburg / Decatur County Chamber of Commerce, First Financial Bank, Honda of Indiana, Walmart and Duke Energy. Tickets are available at www.greensburgchamber.com/events or call Dawn Lowe at 812-663-2832 for more information.
6:30 p.m .: Monthly meeting of the Daughter of Isabella of Cercle St. Mary at room K de C in Greensburg. It’s a picnic night / bring a friend, so bring a friend and a salad or dessert to share.
August 28
6:00 p.m. – Clarksburg High School alumni and their friends are invited to meet for dinner at the Clarksburg Fire Hall. Send your reservation of $ 15 per person to Nita McNealy, 232 E. Orchard Dr., Greensburg, IN 47240 by August 20. Make checks payable to Clarksburg High School Reunion. For any questions, dial 812-614-5677.
7:00 PM – Free concert at Riverside Park Amphitheater in Rushville with Monsters of Yacht, playing ‘yacht rock’ hits from the ’70s and’ 80s. Free parking, shuttle service from nearby parking lots and onsite vendors are also available. proposed.
September 2
4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. – St. John’s Lutheran Church at Napoleon serves an assortment of home-cooked meals. Travel available. $ 9 per adult. Information: 812-852-4416.
September 5
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Sainte-Catherine de Siena, Enochsburg, 83rd annual church picnic. Fried chicken and roast beef dinners, turtle soup and pies plus games, a country store, raffles and more. Open to the public. Information: 812-934-2880.
September 7
8 a.m. – Decatur County Commissioners meet in Room 106 of the Decatur County Courthouse. Open to the public.
September 13
4 p.m. to 6 p.m. – Gleaner’s Mobile Pantry at Rush County Fairgrounds. Driving event. Make sure there is room in the trunk of your vehicle. Open to all in need.
September 17
Noon: Registration day begins for the Batesville Rotary Club 18-hole 4-person golf tournament at Hillcrest Golf & Country Club, 850 N. Walnut Street, Batesville. Profits go to students at the Southeastern Indiana Career Center. Call Donald Mobley at 812-934-5851 or email [email protected] with any questions or for more information.
September 18
RUSHfest at Riverside Park in Rushville. A variety of activities topped off with an evening concert featuring Electric Avenue-The ’80s MTV Experience, playing hits made famous by music videos from the era. The concert plus nearby parking and a shuttle service to and from the concert venue are all free!
Deadline to participate in the ALS Big T Open golf tournament at North Branch Golf Course. Info: 765-524-2521 or [email protected].
September 20
8 a.m. – Decatur County Commissioners meet in Room 106 of the Decatur County Courthouse. Open to the public.
September 28
9 a.m. – Decatur County Council meets in Room 106 of the Decatur County Courthouse. Meeting to include a public hearing on the proposed budget for 2022. Open to the public.
October 4
8 a.m. – Decatur County Commissioners meet in Room 106 of the Decatur County Courthouse. Open to the public.
4 p.m. to 6 p.m. – Gleaner’s Mobile Pantry at Rush County Fairgrounds. Driving event. Make sure there is room in the trunk of your vehicle. Open to all in need.
October 7
4:30 to 7 p.m. – Napoleon’s St. John’s Lutheran Church serves an assortment of home-cooked meals. Take it available. $ 9 per adult. Information: 812-852-4416.
October 18
8 a.m. – Decatur County Commissioners meet in Room 106 of the Decatur County Courthouse. Open to the public.
October 19
9 a.m. – Decatur County Council meets in Room 106 of the Decatur County Courthouse. Open to the public.
November, 1st
8 a.m. – Decatur County Commissioners meet in Room 106 of the Decatur County Courthouse. Open to the public.
November 15
8 a.m. – Decatur County Commissioners meet in Room 106 of the Decatur County Courthouse. Open to the public.
November 16
9 a.m. – Decatur County Council meets in Room 106 of the Decatur County Courthouse. Open to the public.
22 november
7:00 p.m .: The Greensburg Aviation Board of Directors will meet at the EOC. Open to the public.
December 6
8 a.m. – Decatur County Commissioners meet in Room 106 of the Decatur County Courthouse. Open to the public.
December 20
8 a.m. – Decatur County Commissioners meet in Room 106 of the Decatur County Courthouse. Open to the public.
December 21
9 a.m. – Decatur County Council meets in Room 106 of the Decatur County Courthouse. Open to the public.
