Bloomfield News Blog

The Shawnee Theatre will soon conduct auditions and interviews for its coming summer season.Producing Artistic Director Matt Graber provided details on the matter.

“The Shawnee Summer Theatre of Greene County will be having three separate audition and interview sessions in the state in the coming weeks,” Graber said, noting 10 minute audition slots and 20 minute tech interview slots are available.

Representatives from the theatre will be in Bloomington from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on March 30 at the Monroe County Public Library auditorium.

Look for theatre representatives to also be in Indianapolis from 5 to 8 p.m. on April 1 in the downstairs space at the Phoenix Theatre.

Auditions will also be from noon to 3 p.m. on April 3 at the Shawnee Theatre in Bloomfield.

To sign up for an audition or technical interview please e-mail Graber at shawneeauditions@gmail.com .

Actors should bring a head shot and resume and will be expected to have a two minute monologue to perform and 16 bars of a song. No accompanist will be provided, so please bring a CD or tape of your accompaniment.

Those interested in interviewing for technical positions should bring a resume and photos or other documentation of past work.

The Shawnee Theatre, Indiana’s oldest continuously running summer theatre, is located just a mile south of downtown Bloomfield.

For more information contact mattegraber@gmail.com or go to www.shawneetheatre.org .

There’s more to the story about the Jasonville man, John B. Gould, who was wanted in two counties, arrested Wednesday and accused of possibly having hepatitis and allegedly spitting in the face of Greene County Sheriff’s Lt. Bryan K. Woodall.More details emerged when a new case was filed early Friday against Gould in Greene Superior Court.

In a probable cause affidavit, Worthington Town Marshal Dennis Conaway alleges Gould battered his girlfriend earlier in the day at the Sixty-Seven Inn Motel where they were staying.

After she was able to get away from him, the Greene County Sheriff’s Department contacted Conaway around 7:30 a.m. Wednesday to check on a report of a woman, who was not wearing a coat or shoes, walking along State Road 67. Conaway noted the weather was below freezing and it was snowing at that time.

The woman was transported to the Worthington Police Department where she told Conaway that Gould had become physically abusive to her and hit her with an open hand and a closed fist numerous times.

The affidavit states the victim had redness, abrasions and early signs of bruising on her forehead, neck area, facial area and left arm.

She also said they had been staying at the motel because Gould was aware he had active arrest warrants out for him and he was trying to avoid being taken into custody.

The officer provided her with a warm coat and a pair of winter boots and contacted a family member to pick her up and provide a place to stay.

Gould, 29, was arraigned Friday for Class C felony battery by bodily waste, Class D felony intimidation, and Class A misdemeanor resisting law enforcement, in the one case and Class A misdemeanor battery in the other.

In those cases, Gould’s bond will be set according to schedule but he won’t be getting out of jail right away — he’s being held without bond in the other cases connected with the warrants.

The city of Linton will conduct an on-line transportation survey that begins Monday.The survey will ask how adult citizens of all ages “get around town” as well as opinions about proposed golf cart regulations, explained Crystal Woods, Linton-Stockton Chamber of Commerce president.

“It will help get a better picture of our transportation needs,” she explained.

Those who reside in the 47441 zip code are eligible to take the on-line survey — which can be found at www.agingindiana.org beginning Monday.

The survey takes about seven to 10 minutes to complete and will be available on-line through March 15.

“The project is an outgrowth of the work of the Linton NNORC (Naturally Occurring Retirement Community) project based on the south side of town in collaboration with Generations, the Area Agency on Aging,” explains a press release on the survey.

Citizens may take the survey from a computer in their own home or visit the Linton Public Library computer area.

“In addition, Crystal Woods has been hired to provide additional access to the survey. She will be ’setting up shop’ with her laptop at several times during the survey period,” notes the press release.

Some tentative dates and locations include McDonald’s (March 4, 8:15 a.m. -12:30 p.m.; The Chamber Spring Expo (March 6, 8:30 a.m. — 3 p.m.), Meadow Brook Senior Apartments (March 13, 10:30 a.m. — 2 p.m.)

Respondents who provide contact information will be entered into a raffle for one of five $100 cash prizes. All names will be separated from the surveys to protect confidentiality.

Prizes are provided as a courtesy by the Daniels Fund, of Denver, Col., which is underwriting the support of Indiana University’s Center on Aging and Community. The Center has been actively involved in supporting the creation of elder-friendly cities and towns in Indiana, including the Linton NNORC.

Greene County CAPE meetingThe Greene County CAPE Board will meet at 8:30 a.m. on March 2 at White River Valley Jr./Sr. High School in the administrative center. The meeting will be followed by an executive session.

Basket bingo

The Linton-Stockton High School junior class parents will host a basket bingo at 6 p.m. on March 16 at the Linton Knights of Columbus. Doors open at 5 p.m., and cost of admission is $10 for 20 games and can be purchased from any junior student or by contacting Dayna Firestone at 847-6024. Additional cards may be purchased for an extra $5. Concessions will be available and there will be a door prize after every game. Raffle baskets are the Hampler with lid and the Blanket basket. All proceeds go to the junior class for post prom.

Linton Bass Club

The Linton Bass Club will meet at 7 p.m. on March 2 at Bob Walters Linton Motors. New members are welcome. Call 847-4306 for more information.

AngelWorx open house

The AngelWorx program of Generations will host an open house from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. March 27 at the Linton Public Library meeting room. The public is invited to come and learn more about the program, sign-up to be a volunteer and more. A “Make it and Take i” AngelWorx card and bookmark table will be available. The event is free and refreshments will be served. For more information contact Generations at 1-800-742-9002 or call Sandy Carpenter at 847-7360.

Sheriff’s Merit Board

The Greene County Sheriff’s Merit Board will meet at 6 p.m. on March 8 in the conference room at the Greene County Jail. The jail is located at 204 County Road 70 East, at the edge of Bloomfield.

Bloomfield NARFE 847 Chapter

Bloomfield NARFE 847 Chapter will meet March 9 at Stoll’s Restaurant in Linton. The meeting will begin at 11:30 a.m. with a buffet luncheon and the meeting will follow. All members and guests are urged to attend.

Horse & Pony Club to meet

The Greene county 4-H Horse & Pony Club will have a meeting at the Fairgrounds on March 3 at 6:30 p.m. They will be going over safety regulations, discussing the year’s events and electing officers.

World Day of Prayer

World Day of Prayer will be celebrated at 1 p.m. on March 5 in the sanctuary of the Bloomfield First Baptist Church. The day acknowledges women of Cameroon, West Africa. This is open to the public.

Longaberger bingo

A Longaberger bingo will be March 4 at the Bicknell French Club. Doors open at 5 p.m. and games start at 6 p.m. It’s sponsored by North Knox Swimland.

Recycling trailer

Greene County Solid Waste District’s mobile recycling trailer will be in Owensburg now through March 3.

Low cost spay/neuter

Indiana Spay/Neuter Alliance is offering transportation for surgery March 29. Registration will be at Pamida in Bloomfield on Saturday from 1-3 p.m. Call for more information or to register at (866) 957-7729. Cost of all surgeries is $20 with a voucher.

Chili supper fundraiser

A chili supper fundraiser will be from 4-8 p.m. on Saturday at the Linton Knights of Columbus building. Tickets are $6 per adult and $3 per child. For more information contact Mike Miller at (812) 239-3054 or Nick Fusco at 798-5316. All proceeds go to the Indiana Chapter of Kicking Bear.

Community garden

The Ministry of the Linton Community and other volunteers have worked hard this winter to put plans in place for a community garden. The plan is to provide space for Linton residents who do not have an area to garden. The city has donated ground at the Conservation Club for that use. Anyone interested in obtaining a garden plot at the Linton Community Garden for this year may pick up and return the application at the Pace office or the Linton Food Pantry. There will be a fee of $5 per plot due by March 1. For further information you may contact the Linton Community Food Pantry.

Linton Moose

Linton Moose will have a fish and shrimp dinner from 5 - 7 p.m. Saturday. The public is invited, and proceeds will go to charity.

Fish fry

Boy Scouts of America Troop 343 will sponsor a fish fry from 4-7 p.m. on March 6 at Whosoever Will Church in Dugger. Cost is $8 per adult and $5.50 per child with drinks included. Desserts will be available at an extra cost.

Vintage sale

The White River Valley National Honor Society will host a vintage sale from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday in the foyer at the high school. Glassware, antique hurricane lamps, children’s toys, clothes and more will be on sale. Proceeds go to year-end activities and service projects.

Linton City-Wide Yard Sale

Planning continues for the Linton City-Wide yard sale which will be May 22. Sign-up to get on the map begins March 6. Registration forms can be picked up at Linton Public Library and the Greene County Tourism Booth at the Marsh Madness Festival on March 6. For more information, please contact Deidra at 847-8207.

Load limit

A 10-ton load limit is now effective on all Greene County roads.

County Road 250 West to close

County Road 250 West (between State Road 54 and Base Road) is now closed. Look for the road to be closed for at least four months depending in the weather. A new bridge will be put in.

Spaghetti dinner

The Sandborn Park Board will host a spaghetti dinner from 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Sunday at the Sandborn Community Building. Menu includes spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, drinks and desserts. Donations are welcome.

Community Variety Show

A Community Variety Show will be at 7 p.m. on March 6 at the Sandborn Baptist Church. If you would like to enter call Susan Anderson at 847-7278. Refreshments will be served after the show. Free will donation with all proceeds going to The Penny Project — which benefits children in poverty in Knox and Greene Counties.

Greene County 4-H Dog Club

The Greene County 4-H Dog Club will have its first meeting at 6:30 p.m. March 15 at the 4-H Fairgrounds. Anyone in grades 3 through 12 can join. Dogs must be at least six months old and current on their vaccinations. Members need to provide a well fitting collar, a 6 foot leash and a water bowl for their dogs. For more information please call Susan Isenogle at 384-4593 or Debbie Cullison at 384-3337.

Brunch and fashion show

Psi Iota Xi presents “Steppin’ Out in Style” — which is a brunch and fashion show slated for March 13 at the Linton First Baptist Church. Doors open at 10 a.m. and brunch begins at 10:30 a.m. Ticket price is $12. Tickets can be purchased from any Psi Iota Xi member or by calling Donna Smith at 847-4837.

Greene County General Hospital Auxiliary

The Greene County General Hospital Auxiliary will meet at 1:30 p.m. on March 1 in the conference room. Guest speaker will be Cheryl Hamilton, executive director of the Linton-Stockton Chamber of Commerce.

Switz City Town Council

The Switz City Town Council will meet at 6:30 p.m. on March 1 at the Switz City Fire Station — which is located at 206 Charlotte Ave.

Alzheimer’s support group

The Alzheimer’s Family Caregiver Support Group meeting will be at 10 a.m. March 3 at the King’s Highway Family Worship Center located at 2901 S. 7th St. in Terre Haute.

Chocolate Mini-Retreat

A Chocolate Mini-Retreat will be held at Fellowship Baptist Church at 1 p.m. today. Ladies of the community are invited to attend and enjoy chocolate tasting, craft demonstrations, music, pampering, and more. The church is located at the intersection of 15th St. and Price Road near Linton.

CGCMA Announces Lenten Season Schedule

The pastors of the churches which comprise the Central Greene County Ministerial Association in Bloomfield have charted the course for the upcoming Lenten season. Scheduled events include the following: today — Lenten Breakfast at First Baptist 8 a.m.; March 6 — Lenten Breakfast at First Christian 8 a.m.; March 13 — Lenten Breakfast Holy Name 8 a.m.; March 20 — Lenten Breakfast at Faith Christian 8 a.m.; March 27 — Lenten Breakfast at Mineral UMC 8 a.m. The Lenten Breakfasts all begin at 8 a.m. and conclude by 9 a.m. They feature a delightful meal, singing, prayer, and a Lenten drama, all helping to prepare God’s people in Bloomfield for the celebration of Easter. A free-will offering is received at each breakfast which is used to fuel the various missions and ministries of the CGCMA. For more information call 384-8459.

14th annual NWTF Hunting Heritage Banquet

The 14th annual Hunting Heritage Banquet (Greene County Longbeards) will be March 13 at the Linton National Guard Armory. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and dinner at 6 p.m.

Chili dinner

A chili dinner will be from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the Lyons Community Building. Proceeds go to help maintain the building. Raffle tickets for a $500 gift card will be available.

Marsh Madness Bird Festival

A Marsh Madness Bird Festival will be March 5-6 at Humphreys Park in Linton. Tickets are $10. Call Friends of the Goose Pond at 847-2681.

Chili supper fundraiser

First Baptist Church in Edwardsport will have a chili supper fundraiser at 5 p.m. on March 13. Menu includes choice of chili or potato soup, choice of ham salad, chicken salad, cheese salad or peanut butter and jelly, choice of dessert and drink. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for children under 12.

Greene County Tourism Advisory Board

The Greene County Tourism Advisory Board will meet from 6-7:30 p.m. on March 25 at Stoll’s Country Inn in Linton. This will be an “eat and meet” format and all are welcome to attend. Additional monthly meeting dates will be announced at a later date.

Greene County Democrat Women’s Club

The Greene County Democrat Women’s Club will meet for a pitch-in meal at 6 p.m. on March 2 at the Bloomfield Community Building (former Jaycee Building). Please bring a covered dish.

Communities C.A.N. - Project SUCCESS

Communities C.A.N. - Project SUCCESS will sponsor the following parent/community events: “Internet Safety” — 6:30 p.m. on March 2 at Eastern Greene Middle School cafeteria and “Internet Safety” — 6 p.m. March 11 at Bloomfield Jr./Sr. High School Cafeteria. Events are free and RSVP is encouraged but not necessary. For further information contact Regina Hildenbrand at 659-1300 or by e-mail at rhildenbrand@wrv.k12.in.us

Chili cook-off at Victory Baptist

Victory Baptist Church in Bloomfield is having a chili cook-off Sunday. The church will provide drinks and sandwiches, so bring a pot of your homemade secret recipe chili and prepare for a good time. Sunday school starts at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday Morning Service at 10:30 a.m. You will eat after the Morning Service in the Fellowship hall. On March 14, Pastor Robert Ross from Jasonville will be the special guest. He has faithfully preached the Word of God for over 35 years. He will be preaching the Sunday school, Sunday Morning and Sunday Evening Services on March 14. Victory Baptist Church is located 1 1/2 miles east of Bloomfield on State Road 54. Look for more upcoming events at www.vbcbloomfield.com or call the church at 798-3007.

Fairview Cemetery clean-up

Fairview Cemetery clean-up is now under way. The city of Linton asks that decorations be removed from the graves or be disposed of after March 1. For further information call 847-7754.

Alzheimer’s support group

An Alzheimer’s support group meeting will take place at 100 W. Main (Bloomfield Hi-Rise) in Bloomfield the first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m.

Tri-Kappa nuts for sale

Linton’s Tri Kappa Chapter has pecans and specialty nuts for sale. It is a new crop of pecans. If you are interested please contact Rhea Vest (847-8271) or Laurelann Bredeweg (847-9541) or any Tri Kappa member.

Goose Pond calendars for sale

The 2010 Goose Pond photo calendars, priced at $10 each are now for sale. Calendars are available for purchase or pick-up at the following locations: Main Street Gifts, Linton; Goose Pond Fish and Wildlife Barn, south of Linton on State Road 59; Heritage Cafe, North Main Street in Linton; and Casa del Muse Art Gallery and Studio in Bloomfield. The photo calendars can be shipped for an additional $2.50 fee. Orders can be placed by mail at Friends of Goose Pond, P.O. Box 34, Solsberry, Ind., 47459. The calendar depicts the beauty of the Goose Pond Fish and Wildlife Area and showcases the winning photographs from this year’s photo contest. Order by e-mail through mail@friendsofgoosepond.org

Homemade noodles

Linton American Legion Auxiliary Unit 22 is selling 12 ounce bags of homemade noodles for $4. For more information or to order, call Susie Brinson at 847-9373 or Renee Marquart at 847-2041.

Linton Tri Kappa selling cheese balls

Linton Tri Kappa has cheese balls available. Cheese balls with nuts are $6.50 and cheese balls plain are $6. Contact Beth Gillan at 847-2010 or any Tri Kappa member.

Recycling Center update

The Greene County Recycling Center will not accept old paint as part of its Household Hazardous Waste program through April. County Solid Waste Management Supervisor Erek Wilson said shutdown during the winter months is necessary because the facility used to store the materials is not heated. All other hazardous household waste products will continue to be accepted. The center accepts motor oil, oil filters, anti-freeze, mercury containing items, fluorescent light tubes, other household chemicals, as well as old computer components. For more information, call the Recycling Center at 659-3788 or toll-free at 1-800-281-1930.

OJTFD offering classes

The Owensburg-Jackson Township Fire Department is now offering CPR, First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogens classes for your business or for personal education. Please contact Fire Chief Amy Wilson at 863-2310 or e-mail at wilson@bluemarble.net for more information.

Mineral Christian Men’s Group

The Mineral Christian Men’s Group meets at 8 a.m. every third Saturday of the month at the Mineral Community Building.

Clothes pantry

The Linton Church of Christ now has a clothing pantry in the church garage. The pantry allows people to trade good clothes that are no longer wanted or needed for other suitable clothes. The church has some clothes but is in need of donations, especially clothing for children. Contact the church at 847-1894 to make a donation or for more information. The church is located at 4th and C Streets NW in Linton. Call as needed for the clothes pantry.

9-1-1 addressing reminder

Greene County residents can officially start using their 9-1-1 addresses after they have received an official letter from the U.S Postal Service in Indianapolis.

Book sale in Worthington

The Worthington Public Library is having an on-going book sale. All books are 25 cents each or five for $1.

Greene County afghans for sale

The Greene County Afghans, sponsored by the Scotland Historical Society, can be purchased at Main Street Gifts, Linton; Greene County Historical Society and Mar’ Lyn’s, Bloomfield or by calling Brenda Massette 863-2874.

House of Grace

House of Grace Coffee House will offer fellowship, food, worship and youth classes. The church is located at 792 S. Section St. in Dugger.

Pleasantville food pantry

The Pleasantville United Methodist Church food pantry is now open on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month from 10:30 a.m. - noon.

GED preparation classes

Turning Point Education Center in Switz City is offering GED preparation classes. Class times are available Monday through Friday from 8:15 to 11:15 a.m. and noon to 3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays 5 - 8 p.m. Interested students may contact Misty Hunt at 659-2533 for program information and enrollment requirements.

Linton Community Share

Sign up for Linton Community Share at Linton City Hall on Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Lyons Senior Center Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Worthington Senior Center Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Lyons Senior Citizens Center

The Lyons Senior Citizens Center, 150 N. Jefferson St., now has wooden toy crafts for sale. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Lyons First Christian Church youth group

The Lyons First Christian Church youth group meets at 6 p.m. on Mondays at the church’s East Broad Street location.

E-mail complaints

Linton residents can report problems with pot holes, street complaints and drainage issues by e-mailing them to turp@minerbroadband.com.

Jasonville Senior center update

The Jasonville Senior Citizen Center, located at 145 S. Lawton, has opened a country store and gift shop. It will be open from 9 a.m.-noon on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. All proceeds will benefit the senior center. For more information, call the center at 665-9882.

Wig bank

The American Cancer Society announced its wig program is now being offered to cancer patients at Pam’s Style Shop in Bloomfield. The program is a service of the American Cancer Society and is free to cancer patients. For more information, call Dona Stewart at 384-4160 or visit Pam’s Style Shop, at 3 County Road 70 E.

Narcotics Anonymous

Narcotics Anonymous will meet Saturdays at 7 p.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church on State Road 54 East. There will be open discussion and all are welcome.

Lebanon church food pantry

Lebanon Baptist Food Pantry will only be open on the fourth Thursday of each month from 6-7:30 p.m.

Bloomfield Food pantry

The Refuge Assembly of God food pantry will be open every Wednesday from 1-5 p.m. to assist those living in Bloomfield. To donate, please contact Trina at 384-8093 during the pantry’s open hours.