Community Notes

Wednesday, October 17

The Linton Public Library will be holding Spin-A-Yarn Knit & Crochet every third Wednesday of the month from 1-2 p.m. Those who like to knit or crochet or are interested in learning are welcome to join this monthly “drop-in group” to learn new stitches, bring their own project or help others with service projects.

Tots Time will be held in the Eastern Branch of the Bloomfield Eastern Greene Public Library at 10:30 a.m. The theme will be “yellow”.

Thursday, October 18

The Greene County General Hospital Auxiliary will be hosting Collective Goods/Books are Fun fundraiser on Thursday October 18, 2018, in the main lobby of the hospital from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm. Get your Christmas list ready and and do some shopping with us.

The Linton Public Library will host Homeschool Teens Book Study on Thursdays from 3-3:45 p.m. to continue through November. The group will study “To Kill a Mockingbird”, of which copies will be supplied. It is not too late to join.

The Linton Public Library will hold Storytime for toddlers and preschoolers at 10:30 a.m. The event will feature books, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Friday, October 19

Shakamak State Park hosts a spooktacular weekend of family fun including a haunted house, haunted campgrounds, trick-or-treating, a costume parade, campsite decorating contest, and much more. The park will also host the second concert of 2018 in its Music in the Park series Friday, October 19 at 6:30 pm featuring local musical talent, Streamlined, followed by fireworks over Lake Shakamak! Music in the Park is made possible with support by the Indiana Arts Commission and the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.

Free community support group for women 60 years and older held at the My Worthington Clinic, located at 102 E. Main Street in Worthington. The group is led by the My Clinics licensed social worker, Renee Rotett. The first meeting is scheduled for Friday, October 19, 2018 from 11:15 am – 12:15 pm. This event is free and open to the public

Frightmares Haunted House in Linton will be collecting nonperishable food donations for its second annual food drive from 8-11 p.m. People who donate will be receive $1 off admission per ticket and donations will then be delivered to a local food bank. Frightmares is located at 688 A St. NW in Linton.

Saturday, October 20

Switz City Full Gospel Church will hold their Fall Festival at 227 East Street in Switz City from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This free event includes lunch for everyone, a bounce house, games and lots of prizes. Two bicycles will be given away, one for s girl and one for a boy.

The Union Church Gospel Sing will be at 6 p.m. Potters Clay will be the featured guest. Church is located on State Road 43 between Solsberry and Hendricksville. For more information, call Pastor Danny Hillenburg at 812-699-1575.

Bob and Judy (Townsend) Harding are celebrating their 60th Wedding Anniversary on Oct. 26. There will be an open house on October 20 from 1-4 p.m.at Harrodsburg Community Center in Harrodsburg. All friends and family are invited. Please no gifts but cards would be appreciated.

The Linton Public Library will hold Family Movie Matinee at 12:30 p.m. with a showing of “Hotel Transylvania 3” (PG, 97 minutes). Free popcorn, soda and candy will be provided.

The Original Mystery Machine with Scooby Doo will be making its annual stop at Frightmares Haunted House in Linton from 8-10:30 p.m. to help raise money for the Lost Limbs Foundation. This event features the real 1966 Dodge A100 van that was owned and operated by Hanna-Barbera Studios, used for promotional events for the popular kids’ television show ‘Scooby-Doo, Where are You!” which premiered in 1969. Event organizers are asking that people leave a donation of any size in exchange for taking pictures with the van and Scooby. Ticket sales for the haunted house will resume during the event for those interested in admission to the haunted house. Frightmares is located at 688 A. St NW in Linton.

The Greene County Right to Life fall dinner is at 6:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus building in Linton. Mike Fichter, director of Indiana State Right to Life will be the speaker. Red Letter Vocal Group to perform. Suggested donation is $12.50 for adults and $7 for children. Door prizes included.

The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 479 of Lyons will hold their monthly steak dinner from 5-8 p.m. at the Post Home in Lyons. Menu: steak, pork chops or chicken, baked potato, french fries, broccoli salad, loaded baked potato, Caesar salad, iced tea, lemonade and dessert. The public is welcome and invited to attend.

Sunday, October 21

The Linton First United Methodist Church and Pastor Ben Biggs would like to invite everyone to experience “The Story” of the Bible, a 31-week curriculum for children, teens and adults with accompanying sermons beginning Sunday, Oct. 21. Sunday services start at 10:30 a.m. and Wednesday services begin at 5:30 p.m. For more information, call 812-847-9618.

Monday, October 22

The Hendricksville Area Association will hold a Special Fundraiser Breakfast at the Community Center, Hwy. 43. Serving from 7-10 a.m. The proceeds are for the Scholarship Fund. Public is invited.

Genealogy Volunteers and staff will be available at the Linton Public Library for one-on-one assistance to help adults answer their toughest genealogy questions in a Brick Wall-Busting Genealogy Help event from 4-6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, October 23

The K-5 A-Z Mysteries Club will meet at the Linton Public Library on Tuesdays from 4-5 p.m. The Club is an hour of fun based on the exciting book series.

The Linton Public Library’s will hold a Little Movers Halloween Party at 10:30 a.m. Little Movers meets every other Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Let your little ones shake, rattle and roll in this fun hour of music and movement.

Preschool will be held in the Eastern Branch of the Bloomfield Eastern Greene Public Library at 10:30 a.m.

The Greene County Community Event Center will host a Greene County Job Fair from 2-6 p.m. Over 40 area employers will be present and a “How to work a job fair” workshop will be given at 1 p.m.

Wednesday, October 24

Tots Time will be held in the Eastern Branch of the Bloomfield Eastern Greene Public Library at 10:30 a.m. The theme will be “orange”.

Thursday, October 25

Support the Greene County Sheriff’s Department Project Lifesaver by enjoying great food at JoEtta’s Pizza Villa in Linton and Pizza Villa II in Jasonville from 5-9 p.m. All tips received by officers will be donated to Project Lifesaver, a public safety program designed to protect and locate missing persons due to wandering. For more information, visit www.projectlifesaver.org. Carry out orders available: JoEtta’s, 812-847-2424 or Pizza Villa II, 812-665-3959. Also, treat bags will be handed out to kids in Halloween costumes.

The Linton Public Library will host Teen Coffee and Coloring from 4-5 p.m.

The Worthington Christian Women’s Service Council is taking orders for holiday poinsettias. If you are interested in placing an order, please contact Lynda Moses at 812-875-2016 or 812-381-2016, or Becky Strosnider at 812-875-3012. Order forms and money can also be sent to Women’s Service Council, Worthington Christian Church, 105 East. Main Street, Worthington, IN, 47471.

The Linton Public Library will host Baby Storytime every other Thursday at 10:30 a.m. The event is for caretakers and their babies up to one-and-a-half years old. Storytime features books and play, songs and rhymes, tickles and bounces. There will be no meeting on October 11th.

Linton Public Library will host Movie Madness at 6 p.m. The library will celebrate Halloween with a showing of “Ghostbusters” for adults. Sit back and enjoy the movie, as well as free popcorn and soda.

Friday, October 26

Linton Public Library will hold its Lively Ladies program from 1-3 p.m. This program is primarily for ladies of retirement age and features a wide variety of guest speakers, some light refreshments and a fun time to relax. Programs and subject matter vary each month, but it’s always an enjoyable afternoon.

Saturday, October 27

The Hendricksville Area Association is holding its Annual Chili Cookoff at the Hendricksville Community Center, Highway 43, Hendricksville. Please bring your favorite chili for judging. Category: mild and hot. To be judged entries must be in by 2:30 p.m., with judging 3-4 p.m. Prizes awarded to the first place winners. Start serving food at 4 p.m. Menu: chili, grilled cheese, hot dogs and desserts. Live music from 5-7 p.m. Join for fun, food and music.

From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Greene County General Hospital, in partnership with the Greene County Sheriff’s Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration will host a Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. A booth will be set up outside the hospital’s main entrance.

There will be gospel singing at the Newark Lighthouse Church at 6 p.m. Singers will be Judith Montgomery and Family. Pastor Samuel Hill invites everyone.

Tulip Church of God will host a free women’s day of teaching and fellowship at the church, located at 1834 E Tulip Road in Bloomfield. Women’s fellowship begins at 8:30 a.m. and the event is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A light breakfast and lunch are provided. Email bjep964@aol.com for reservations.

The Bloomfield-Eastern Greene Public Library will hold a “Make Shadow Puppets” event from 9:30-11:30 a.m. in the Eastern Branch as part of its after school program.

Sunday, October 28

The Greene County Historical Society will meet at 2 p.m. in the Community Room of the Bloomfield Public Library. The speaker will be Sandy Taylor, who will present a slide show about the history of Eastern Greene County and the Walnut Grove area. Everyone welcome.

Trunk or Treat at Coal City Community Bible Church from 6-7:30 p.m.

Monday, October 29

Free breastfeeding support group held on the Labor and Delivery floor at Greene County General Hospital, located at 1185 North 1000 West Linton, IN 47441. The group is led by experienced and professional OB nurses and lactation specialists. he first meeting is scheduled from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. This event is free and open to the public. For more information or questions please call 812-699-5026

Free support group for new mothers and families held on the Labor and Delivery floor at Greene County General Hospital, located at 1185 North 1000 West Linton, IN 47441. The group is led by experienced and professional OB nurses. The first meeting is scheduled from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. This event is free and open to the public. For more information or questions please call 812-699-5026

Tuesday, October 30

The Linton Public Library will hold a Halloween Photo Contest on Tuesday, Oct. 30 and Wednesday, Oct. 31 from 4-7 p.m. Drop by in your costume and take a picture in their photo spot for a chance to win a really cool prize. A preschool, elementary and teen prize will be awarded for the best costume in each age category.

The K-5 A-Z Mysteries Club will meet at the Linton Public Library on Tuesdays from 4-5 p.m. The Club is an hour of fun based on the exciting book series.

Preschool will be held in the Eastern Branch of the Bloomfield Eastern Greene Public Library at 10:30 a.m. The theme will be “a little bit scary”--dress up if you wish.

The Bloomfield-Eastern Greene County Public Library’s After School program will hold a Halloween Family Fun Day from 5-6 p.m. in the Eastern Branch.

Wednesday, October 31

Glenburn Home will have trick or treating indoors on Wed., Oct 31, 5:30-7 p.m. For children 0-12yrs old. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

The Linton Public Library will hold a Halloween Photo Contest on Tuesday, Oct. 30 and Wednesday, Oct. 31 from 4-7 p.m. Drop by in your costume and take a picture in their photo spot for a chance to win a really cool prize. A preschool, elementary and teen prize will be awarded for the best costume in each age category.

Frightmares Haunted House in Linton will offer a free kids’ trick-or-treating event on Halloween night from 5-6 p.m. Organizers will turn the lights on, put the monsters away and allow kids and their parents to navigate through the maze, collecting candy from non-costumed actors along the way. The event is free for all kids and accompanying parents. Frightmares is located at 688 A. St NW in Linton.

Tots Time will be held in the Eastern Branch of the Bloomfield Eastern Greene Public Library at 10:30 a.m. The theme will be “brown”.

Thursday, November 1

Bloomfield Schools will be holding a “Meet the Candidate” night for those running for school board. Candidates will have an opportunity to answer a list of pre-determined questions. The public is welcome to attend this free event, which will take place at 6 p.m. in the Superintendant’s Board Room.

Friday, November 2

The Solsberry United Methodist Church will be hosting its Christmas Bazaar Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Breakfast served 8:30-11 a.m., including biscuits and gravy or apple butter. There will be Trees, wreaths, garlands, decorations for tables and ornaments. Lunch served 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., including chili or soup and cornbread, dessert of persimmon pudding, cranberry or chocolate cake. Baked goods, handmade crafts, Christmas tags and gifts.

Saturday, November 3

The Linton Beta Sigma Phi Holiday Bazaar will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Linton High School. The Linton Holiday Bazaar will feature local artisans selling handmade items, including jewelry, woodworking, fine art, home decor, textiles, holiday items, gourmet food and more. Free admission. Raffles and lunch available. All proceeds go to scholarships, Toys for Tots and other community projects.

The Bloomfield Fire Department will be holding a fish fry fundraiser fire station from 4-7 p.m. Meals can also be delivered within town limits with a $5 minimum. The menu will include fish filet sandwiches, baked beans, cole slaw, potato salad and homemade desserts, as well as options of tea, lemonade, coffee and water. The fundraiser will be donation-only. During the fundraisers, local candidates will be present to hold meet-and-greets and speak with the public. For more information, call 812-384-8646.

Holiday Bazaar 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Greene County 4-H Fairgrounds. Vendors, raffles, Santa 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch available. All proceeds go to GC 4-H Poultry Club.

Sunday, November 4

Philip Gulley, an Indiana author, national public speaker and Quaker pastor who has written more than 20 books, will appear at Saron United Church of Christ in Linton on Sunday, Nov. 4 at 6 p.m. Although the event is free, an offering will be taken, and all proceeds will benefit Saron Youth Mission Trips. For more information, call Saron UCC at 812-847-4911 or email saronchurchlinton@gmail.com

Tuesday, November 13

The National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Bloomfield Chapter 0847 will meet at the Casa Sevilla Restaurant in Bloomfield. The luncheon will begin at 11:30 a.m. and the business meeting will follow at 12:30 p.m. All Federal employees, retirees, and spouses are invited to attend. The guest speaker will be a representative from Federal Blue Cross health insurance.

Saturday, November 17

Pancake and sausage breakfast fundraiser. Chris Cakes all you can eat pancakes with an attitude from 8-10 a.m. in the Bloomfield High School Cafeteria. Sponsored by The Shawnee Theatre of Greene County INC. $7 per person. Money goes toward new seats.

Saturday, December 1

The Santa Train will make several stops in Greene County, with the expected schedule to be: Solsberry at Yoho General Store from 8:30-10:30 a.m.; Bloomfield on Seminary from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Linton on Southeast C. Street from 1:30-3:30 p.m.; Dugger on Main Street from 4:30-5:45 p.m.; and Jasonville in the City Park from 7-9 p.m.

Ongoing & Future Events

The Coal City American Legion presents a Gun and Knife Show the second Saturday of every month from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Coal City Fire Department. Entry fee is $2.

The Linton Public Library will not be holding Teens Just Dance during the month of October.

Thursday nights in October (4, 11, 18, 25) The Worthington-Jefferson Township Public Library will host “Be Heart Smart.” The program is for anyone who wants to reduce their risk for heart disease. Learn how to monitor your risk factors for heart disease and make simple changes to your daily routine that will improve your heart health. This program is four one-hour lessons taught by Purdue Extension Educator Polly Gettinger.
The Worthington-Jefferson Township Public Library will host “Game On” every first and third Tuesday from 3:30-5 p.m. Kids are invited to come and play various board games. Game On is free and any student can come and play.

September is Library Card Sign-Up month, and every Evergreen library in Greene County will be having a drawing for a $25 gift card from a local merchant. All you have to do to enter is sign up for a library card. A new sign-up earns three entries, an update to an existing card earns two entries and for every dollar in fines paid on your account you earn one entry. Participating libraries are Worthington, Bloomfield, Eastern and Linton. Promotion ends Sept. 30

A walking program will be held every Tuesday morning at 8 a.m. at the Bloomfield Public Library. All ages are welcome, meet on the patio.

Beginning August 8 and continuing every Wednesday at 9 a.m, Autumn Trace Assisted Living, located in Linton, will host Faithful Fitness 3:21, an exercise class for those with limited mobility. Chairs will be provided and classes are open to all ages. The public is welcome to attend. Donations will be accepted, but are not required nor expected.

Mom Moments, hosted by Pregnancy Choices, will meet the first Monday of each month from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Fellowship Baptist Church in Linton. New mom and pregnancy support group will include open question and answers, discussion, devotion and snacks. Meet other moms who “get it.”

Free Faithful Fitness classes at Coal City Community Bible Church Monday evenings at 6. We will be doing aerobic exercises to contemporary Christian music. Modifications will be offered for beginners or those who don’t prefer high impact exercises. Devotions and prayer time will be offered. Questions? Call or text Mandy Wall 812-239-6196

Linton Gamma Tau Chapter of Tri Kappa is selling pecans (pieces and halves) for the purpose of providing funds for the many charities that they support. The price is $13 for a 1 lb. bag. Contact Marsha Brown at 812-798-1602.

The Bloomfield-Eastern Greene County Public Library invites the public to come walk with them Tuesday Morning at 8 a.m. Meet on the patio at the Bloomfield Public Library. All ages are welcome.

The Bloomfield-Eastern Greene County Public Library will hold its teen summer reading program until August 8 for teens entering grades 7-12. Teen summer reading lasts 11 weeks. Register for the program in the Teen Room and collect prizes for reading.

Linton Moose Lodge 1434 will offer an open mic night on the first and third Sundays of every month from 4-8 p.m. Open to the public.

The Family Life Center of Greene County is in need of donated supplies for its efforts to provide a new backpack and new school supplies to Greene County students pre-school to college. Donations will be accepted until July 13: paper, notebooks, two-pocket notebooks, glue, scissors, calculators, 2-3 stitched backpacks, new socks, undergarments and anything else a student needs to start school with dignity. For more information, call 812-384-1639.

Bohley Cemetery in Greene County is seeking donations for the mowing season. Anyone wishing to make a donation, please make check payable to Bohley Cemetery and send to Teresa Bartlett, 1657 N. SR 157, Bloomfield, IN 47424.

Jasonville Senior Citizen Center will serve breakfast on the first Friday of every month from 7-9:30 a.m. The Center is located one block off main street in downtown Jasonville and has a sign. Menu includes a full order of biscuits and gravy for $3.50 (half order $2); orange juice, biscuit, sausage patty, scrambled eggs and hash browns each for 75 cents; and free coffee. Eat in or carry out. This meal is open to the public and hosted by a non-profit organization.

Help show support for Linton-Stockton student Maddi Moore and her family by purchasing a yard sign for $10. Contact Jennifer Hudson at 812-798-4667. She can send a photo of the sign.

Bloomfield American Legion Post No. 196 hosts Bingo Thursdays. Winner takes all 5:30 p.m. Indiana Blackout at 6:15 p.m. Early bird 6:30 p.m. and regular games at 7 p.m. The post hosts treasure hunt Fridays at 7 p.m. Open to the public.

Linton Public Library’s Coloring for Grownups is for adults on the first Tuesday of the month at 5:30 p.m.

Linton Public Library’s Adult Book Club on the second Monday of every month at 5 p.m. The current month’s book can be picked up at the circulation desk. All are welcome.

Linton Public Library’s yoga classes with Leah Gray are held every Friday morning at 9:30 a.m. Please bring your own mat or towel. No charge, but donations are welcome.

Good Samaritan Society-Shakamak will host a senior resource day from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the first Friday of every month.

The Knights of Columbus will be having its monthly breakfast on the third Saturday of each month from 7-10 a.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall. Pricing for the breakfast will be $5 for adults and $7 for adults and children.

The Lyons Health and Living Center will host monthly Bingo on the third Monday of each month at 2:30 p.m. The community is invited.

Parents & Pollywogs (swim and water safety instruction for toddlers) at the Owen County Family YMCA, Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:15-6:45 p.m. Ages 6 months to 3 years. A fun and energetic way for your toddler to learn water safety and basic swim techniques. $30 per child per month for Y members, $50 per child for non-members. Call 812-828-9622 or go to www.owencountyymca.org for more information. The Village Woodturners, a club that focuses on projects made with the wood lathe, now serves the south-central Indiana area. The club meets on the second Wednesday of every other month. Those interested and needing directions can contact Don at (812) 720-1174 or at dghousman@gmail.com.

The Carnegie Heritage and Arts center senior music nights (first two Fridays of each month) have been moved to Autumn Trace on Lone Tree Road. Both nights start at 6:30 p.m. First Friday is more gospel music, the second Friday is more traditional. All are welcome. Patrons can come and go as they like and enjoy the music, or bring your instrument. P.A. is furnished. Any questions call Fred Markle at 812-798-6191
DIET (Do I Eat That?), formerly T.O.P.S, meets at Saron Church each Monday at 10:30 a.m.


American Legion Post 22 in Linton will hold Bingo Night, every Monday and Wednesday at 6 p.m.

The Center Township Board has established a schedule of regular meetings for the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Center Township Fire Station, located at 11242 East State Road 54 in Bloomfield.

Zumbooty will be held at the Owen County YMCA Saturdays from 9:15 until 10:15 a.m. Zumbooty is easy-to-follow Zumba combined with the power of a basic boot camp workout. Cost is $4 per class for Y members, $6 for non-members For more information: www.owencountyymca.org or 812-828-9622


Every second and fourth Tuesday from 6 to 7 p.m. all people who knit are welcome to join the Bloomfield Public Library in the Reading Room. Patrons may bring their own projects to work on or get started with needles and yarn that the library can provide for their first work.

The Worthington Senior Citizens Center holds a breakfast on the second Thursday of every month from 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. On the last Wednesday of every month there is a pitch-in lunch. Every Tuesday evening at 6:30 there is a Euchre Tournament at a cost of $3. Bid Euchre is played Monday through Saturday at 9 a.m. and pinochle on Thursday and Friday at 1 p.m. 


The Greene County Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors will meet in the conference room at the USDA Building in Bloomfield on the first Tuesday of each month. Nov. through March, the meeting will begin at 7 a.m. April to Oct. the meeting will begin at 6 a.m.

Worthington-Jefferson School Directories are available for sale for $15. Call Jan at (812) 821-1217 to request one.

The Worthington Lions Club meetings will be held on the first Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building (Town Hall) in Worthington. New and old members are welcome.
Monthly Lyons Veterans Memorial Committee meetings are on the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the basement of the Lyons United Methodist Church.
The Worthington Senior Citizens Center located downtown on N. Commercial St.

The National Guard Grandmother’s Club meets the first Monday of each month at 2 p.m. at the VFW Lodge in Linton.

The Bloomfield-Eastern Greene County Public Library provides free delivery of materials to any homebound patron living within the service district which includes residents of Richland, Beech Creek, Highland, Center, Taylor and Jackson Townships. Permanent or temporary homebound patrons are encouraged to contact the library at 384-4125 to begin delivery service.

The VFW Auxiliary Post 7118 of Linton meets the first Monday of each month.

The Alzheimer’s Support Group meets the first Monday of each month at the Switz City Christian Church at 6 p.m. Those with questions may call Linda at 798-1589.

The Lyons Community Food Pantry at 150 East Broad Street (the old fire station) will be open from 4 to 5:30 p.m. the third Monday of every month, and the first Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The pantry serves zip codes 47443 and 47465.

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

The Pleasantville United Methodist Church food pantry is now open on the fourth Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. until noon.

ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) Support Group: Those with ALS and their loved ones are invited to attend the ALS Association’s monthly support group meeting on the second Thursday of the month from 6:30-8 p.m. Location: Comfort Keepers, 4101 E. 3rd St., Bloomington. For more information, contact Leah Iversen at 812-361-9047.

The Bloomfield Public Library is establishing a bulletin board to be a central spot to look for local job listings and they hope to include any job openings that are within walking distance of Bloomfield town. If area businesses will notify the library when they have an opening, a flier will be created for them and posted on the bulletin board. For more information, call Tasha Hudson at the library at 384-4125.

The Eastern branch of the Bloomfield-Eastern Greene County Public Library will have Tot’s Time on Mondays at 10:15 a.m., Preschool Story Time on Wednesdays at 10:15 a.m., Fun Times on Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m., Book Club for grades eight and up at 7 p.m. discussing “Paper Towns” and book clubs for grades four to seven on Tuesdays at 3 p.m. discussing “Shiloh.”

The Eastern branch of the Bloomfield-Eastern Greene Public Library will have Princes and Princesses Story time for ages 6-9 Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. and Kings and Queens Story time for ages 9-12 Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.

The American Legion Post 22 in Linton will be having its regular meeting at 7 p.m. rather than 8 p.m. on the second and last Thursday of every month..

Linton Tri Kappa Sorority is selling cheese balls. Cheese balls with nuts are $8 and plain are $7.50. Please contact Beth Gillan at 812-847-2010 or Lisa Steward at 812-847-7319.

The Scotland Historical Society has Greene County themed afghans to sell. The afghan features popular Greene County landmarks and consist of a list of all Greene County cities and towns lining the afghan. The multi-colored afghans sell for $45 each and may be purchased at Main Street Gifts in Linton or by calling Brenda Massette at 384-5118.

Making A Difference, a small group of Linton First Christian Church, will sponsor Second Saturday Soup each month, which will include free lunch for anyone from 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. in the East Shelter House at Humphreys Park in Linton. Look for signs. Homemade lunch menu will vary.


The town of Switz City will conduct its monthly meetings on the first Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Switz City Town Hall. If the Monday falls on a holiday, the meeting will be conducted the following Tuesday. The town hall is located at 220 Charlotte Avenue in Switz City.

The Bloomfield-Eastern Greene Public Library will host Preschool Story time on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. for ages 4-6 yrs. Come and listen to a children’s story read by Mrs. Linda and enjoy a craft.

An Alzheimer’s Association Caregivers Support Group will meet on the first Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at Switz City Christian Church.