Midland Alumni Association
The Midland Alumni Association will meet at 6 p.m. on Monday at the Midland Fire Station to discuss menu and price of meal.
Union High School fundraiser
The Union High School class of 2011 is sponsoring a Fazoli’s Dinner at the Coaches vs. Cancer boy-girl varsity basketball game Feb. 5 from 5-8 p.m. Proceeds go to the 2010 prom. Dinner includes pasta, salad, bread sticks and a drink, and desserts will be available at an additional cost. Entrance to the basketball game is not included in dinner ticket prices. Advance sale ticket is $8 per adult and $10 at the door. It’s $5 per child. For tickets contact Union High School at 648-2729 or any member of the class of 2011.
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.
Healing service
Worthington Assembly of God will host Larry Riggle for a healing service on Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce
The Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce will meet at noon Feb. 4 at the Pepperoni Grill. Guest speaker will be Norm Crampton from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Fundraiser for Easter egg hunt
A special dinner to raise funds for the annual Easter egg hunt in Sandborn will be Feb. 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sandborn Community Building. The menu will include chicken & noodles, mashed potatoes, and corn. Donations will be accepted.
4-H Horse and Pony
The Greene County 4-H Horse and Pony Club, grades 3 - 12, will have an organizational meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 10 at the fairgrounds. New safety rules will be introduced and yearly events will be planned. All past or new members should plan to attend. If you have questions e-mail taylorcreations8721@yahoo.com or contact the fairgrounds office 659-2122.
Basket bingo
Linton Gamma Tau Chapter of Tri Kappa will host a basket bingo at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 18 in the Linton-Stockton High School auditeria. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for 20 games and may be purchased from any Tri Kappa member or by calling Marsha Brown at 847-7819 or Laura Robinson at 847-9392. Additional cards may be purchased for an additional $5. Tickets purchased in advance will go into a special drawing for the 2010 Leprechaun Basket. Cutoff for advanced ticket sales is noon Feb. 18. There will also be a silent auction. Concessions will be available and this will be a smoke free environment. You must be 18 years of age to attend.
Greene County CAPE consortium
The Greene County CAPE consortium board will meet in executive session at 8:30 a.m. on Feb. 2 to discuss personnel issues.
Relay for Life kickoff event
Want a team in the Rockin ’50s Relay for Life of 2010? Come and sign up at the Relay for Life kickoff at 2:30 p.m. today in rooms 110 and 111 at White River Valley High School. Use the front entrance and follow signs, and refreshments will be provided.
Linton Moose
Linton Moose will have a fish and shrimp dinner at 5 p.m. and karaoke at 8 p.m. today. The public is invited, and proceeds will be given to charity.
Greene County General Hospital Auxiliary
The Greene County General Hospital Auxiliary will meet at 1:30 p.m. on Feb. 1 in the conference room. Speaker will be Linda Drew.
Fifth Sunday Sing canceled
Kentucky Ridge Fifth Sunday Sing has been canceled for January due to construction. The sing will resume in May.
Spaghetti supper fundraiser
The Odon United Methodist Church will sponsor a spaghetti supper fundraiser from 4-7 p.m. on Feb. 13 with all proceeds going to Rob Webster. The menu will include spaghetti, salad, bread, drink and dessert. Advanced tickets are $6 for adults and $4 for children 10 and under. Tickets can be purchased at First National Bank of Odon as well as the Elnora and Crane branches, Sparks Country Corner, Odon Pharmacy, or by calling Debbie at (812) 636-4179, Vickie at (812) 486-6334 or Lisa at (812) 698-0302. Tickets at the door will be for $7 for adults and $5 for children.
Bloomfield blood drive
The Bloodmobile will be at Bloomfield United Methodist Church (60 W. Main St., Bloomfield) on Feb. 8 from 3-7 p.m. You must be at least 16 years old with a photo ID, weigh at least 110 pounds, feel well, and pass a mini-physical. Call the church (between 9 a.m. and noon) for more information (384-8747).
Clergy dinner
The Linton Civitan Clubs will host the annual Clergy Dinner at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 5 at fellowship hall at Linton Assembly of God Church — 1503 State Road 54 East. Letters have been sent to churches in the county, however if you did not receive a letter you are welcome to call 847-9236 and RSVP. Pastors need only to bring their associate, youth pastors and spouses to enjoy the evening, All Civitan members are to bring large dishes of food.
CGCMA to host Songfest
The Central Greene County Ministerial Association will host a winter Songfest Sunday at Faith Christian Church in Bloomfield. The event, which begins at 7 p.m., will feature a variety of music from the CGCMA churches, the singing of favorite hymns, a special song from the CGCMA pastors, and a love offering to support the missions and ministries of the CGCMA. The service will be followed by a punch-and-cookie fellowship. For more information call 384-8031.
Movie at House of Prayer
The House of Prayer Eastern Greene, Springville, will host the movie event The Cross The Arthur Blessitt Story today at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free, though non-perishable food items are welcome. For more information call (812) 825-3033 or visit the Web site www.pastormikespage.com
Painting workshop at Bloomfield library
Experienced artist and teacher Wyatt LeGrand will use still-life to teach the fundamentals of painting from observation at the Bloomfield Public Library. Each student needs to bring their own supplies and materials. LeGrand will demonstrate with oil paint, but feel free to bring acrylic paint, watercolor or pastels, along with brushes, canvas, and optional easel. The painting workshop will take place at the Bloomfield Public Library on Feb. 20 from 1-4 p.m. The cost is $30. Contact LeGrand at 384-6505 or the Bloomfield Public Library at 384-4125 for more information.
Greene County Mini Horse and Pony
Sign-up date for the Greene County Horse and Pony Club is Feb. 10 at the Greene County Extension Building. If you are in the second grade or younger you can join. Fore more information e-mail jskzdyer@yahoo.com or call (812) 381-2177 and leave a message.
Blessed Hope Baptist Church
Blessed Hope Baptist Church will host the Caudle family, missionaries to Canada, on Feb. 7. John and Deborah have been serving our Canadian neighbors since 1983. They present their ongoing work in Canada during Sunday School hour. Blessed Hope Baptist Church is located half a mile south of Jasonville on S.R. 59. Times of services are Sunday school at 9:30 a.m., Sunday morning preaching at 10:30 a.m., Sunday evening at 7 p.m., and Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. If you have any questions, feel free to call our offices at (812) 665-3282. On Feb. 14, Eric Miller from Advance America will be the guest speaker in the 7 p.m. service at Blessed Hope Baptist Church. Advance America fights continuously to keep the state of Indiana’s families and freedoms in accordance with God’s Word. Blessed Hope Baptist Church and School would like to invite you to their American History Fair on Feb. 26 from 6-8 p.m. in the Fellowship Center. Each young person will prepare a presentation and be dressed in character, as they have picked an important person or event in American History.
Linton City-Wide Yard Sale
Planning is under way for the Linton City-Wide Yard Sale — which is slated for May 22. Regional advertising and maps will be a part of this year’s event.
Relay for Life fundraiser
The Bloomfield Schools Relay for Life team is selling “Relay Feet” before all home boys and girls varsity basketball games. They will be set up at the library entrance and the cost is $1.
Artist lecture, demonstration
Wyatt LeGrand will present an art lecture and demonstration from 6-8 p.m. on Feb. 18 at the Linton Public Library. The event is free and open to the public.
Union Church gospel sing canceled
Union Church of Hendricksville will not have its monthly gospel sing in January or February. The sing will start in March.
Gospel music
The gospel group “We’re Standing By” will perform at the 9:30 a.m. Sunday service at the Bethel Community Church. The church is located just south of Dugger. Lunch will follow.
Hospital visitor restrictions lifted
Visitor restrictions that were aimed at preventing the spread of the seasonal and H1N1 flu virus at Greene County General Hospital have been lifted. Visitors are still encouraged to wash hands before and after visiting the hospital. Also, if you are not feeling well hospital administration asks that you not visit the hospital. Restrictions will be put back in place if there is another spike in the number of flu cases.
Restrictions on S.R. 57
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is announcing a load limit restriction has been established for the White River and White River Overflow bridges in Greene County. The bridges are located on State Road 57 (S.R. 57), 5.95 and 6.47 miles north of State Road 58. The new posted gross weight limit is 14 ton. The new posting is to preserve the structural integrity of the bridges. Vehicles rated more than 14 ton should seek an alternate route. For the latest news and information about INDOT, please visit www.in.gov/indot.
2010 Miner discount cards
The 2010 Miner discount cards are still available. Cost is $5 and will be sold at American Family Insurance, Shae Lynn, Walters and Grounds Insurance, The Watering Can, Linton Sporting Goods, Angell’s and Regions Linton Shopping Center location. For more information contact Jennifer Ringo 847-8194 or Connie Goodman at 847-7997.
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.
Cardinal discount cards
The Cardinal Discount Cards are now available for $5 each. Proceeds will support the Bloomfield High School 2010 post prom.
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.
