Community Notes

Wednesday, August 14

The Eastern Greene Board of School Trustees will meet in executive session from 6-10 p.m. for the purpose of conducting interviews.

Thursday, August 15

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

Saturday, August 17

FOP Lodge 105 will host its third annual golf scramble. Open to the public. Four-player scramble is $200 per team at Phil Harris Golf Course in Linton. Registration begins at 8 a.m. with shotgun tee off at 9 a.m. Visit clubhouse to pre-register or call 812-847-4790. Proceeds support Linton Lodge 105.

American Legion Post 22 in Linton invites you to come try your singing skills as they host Jim DanDee Karaoke from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

American Legion Post 479 in Lyons will host Karaoke by Roy Rogers from 7-11 p.m. All are welcome and invited to attend.

Union Church is having a gospel sing 6 p.m. The Potters Clay will be the featured group. The church is located on SR 43 between Solsberry and Hendricksville. Address 7054 N. St. Rd.43 in Solsberry. For more information call Pastor Danny Hillenburg 812-699-1575. Everyone welcome.

Cupcakes and Canvas at the Linton Public Library from noon to 2 p.m.

Thursday, August 22

Gathering of the Gamers at the Bloomfield Public Library from 3:30-5 p.m. Spend an afternoon playing your favorite games including board games, card games and Wii games. Snacks and soda will be provided. Grades 7-12.

Friday, August 23

Lively Ladies at the Linton Public Library will meet from 1-3 p.m.

Saturday, August 24

Linton American Legion Post 22 invites you to join them for an evening of fun and entertainment as they host the band PC McGill from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Sunday, August 25

The Greene County Historical Society will meet at 2 p.m, in the Community Room of the Bloomfield Public Library. The speaker will be Beth Robinette of Bloomfield. She will talk about her experiences teaching English in Vietnam, Turkey, Spain, Russia, Mexico and other countries. Everyone welcome.

Monday, August 26

Photography Club for Adults at the Bloomfield Public Library at 6:30 p.m. The Bloomfield Public Library welcomes all aspiring photographers. Regardless of your style of work, skill level and preferred medium, even phone cameras. The adult photography club is a way to share your work and be inspired by others.

Tuesday, August 27

Homeschool Day at the The Bloomfield Public Library from 1-3 p.m. A round table discussion for all those involved in homeschooling their children. Discuss the role/s you would like to see the library play in your child’s education and what you would like the library to do to help you, the parent/teacher, survive homeschooling.

Friday, August 30

The Worthington town wide yard sales, sponsored by the Worthington Lions Club, will be held today and Saturday. There is something for everyone, with sales all over town.

Greene County General Hospital’s TeamOrtho Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Center is having an Open House on August 30, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. with a ribbon cutting at 2:30 p.m. TeamOrtho is located at 1043 North 1000 West Linton, Indiana 47441, formally the Ridge Medical Center building across from Walmart on the corner of hwy 54 and Lonetree Road. Meet board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician, Dr. John Hammerstein. Meet the TeamOrtho staff and our certified athletic trainers. Stop in to see the remodeled clinic, tour the facility, enjoy snack and giveaways. Sign up to win prize packs donated by Linton-Stockton school corporation, Linton Sporting Goods, English’s off Road and Accessories and Triple R Marketing

Saturday, August 31

The Lions Cub of Worthington will host their annual pancake breakfast fundraiser from 6:30 - 10 a.m. Get your day started right with some pancakes, biscuits and gravy, sausage and drink.

The 11th Annual City of Jasonville Mayor’s Ride will be held at Jasonville City Park. Registration starts at 8 a.m. and kickstands up at 10 a.m. Entry fees are $25 for one rider (comes with one t-shirt and one meal), $35 for two riders (comes with one shirt and two meals) and $50 for two riders (comes with two shirts and two meals). Lunch will be served after the ride, and a 50/50 drawing and prize raffle will be drawn. You must be present to win. Preregistration forms are available at the Jasonville Police Department and at Pizza Villa. All proceeds will help to pay for an ADA-compliant playground.

Thursday, September 5

Abraham Lincoln: American Hero, will be stopping by the Worthington Jefferson Township Library at 6 p.m. All ages welcome to learn about the legendary character’s strengths, including his honest nature, love of learning, mastery of language, respect for hard work, emphathy for his fellow man, opposition to slavery and ability to lead, which were shaped largely during his time in the Midwest.

Saturday, September 7

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 479 of Lyons will hold their monthly breakfast at the Post Home. Menu is bacon or sausage, biscuits and gravy, eggs fixed your way, hash browned potatoes, French toast or pancakes, coffee, tea or juice. Everyone is welcome.

Thursday, September 12

The Greene County Center for Women’s Ministries (CWM) will be offering an interactive class on the book “Finding I AM” by Lysa Terkeurst beginning Thursday, September 12, 2019 and will run for 6 consecutive weeks at 10 a.m. Class will be taught by Linda Bray. The Center is located on Hwy 54 across from Walmart/Burger King. To pre-register call the Center at 812-699-8642 and leave your name and contact number.

Saturday, September 14

Clay County Genealogy Society to host Cemetery Restoration Workshop from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration fee of $25 in advance. For more information, visit www.ccgsilib.org or call 812-835-5005.

Greene County General Hospital’s TeamOrtho’s Certified Athletic Trainers are offering free strength and flexibility classes during the Linton Farmers Market.

Learn proper stretches and strengthening exercises that can help with tight muscles, poor balance, muscular weakness and bodily aches and pains.

All ages are welcome. Class begins at 9 a.m.

Saturday, October 19

Greene County Right to Life will hold their Fall Banquet at Harvest Community Church south of Bloomfield. Businesses and churches interested in supporting GC Right to Life in their booklet contact Carol Anderson at 812-876-2544.

Ongoing & Future Events

The Greene County Center for Women’s Ministries (CWM) will be offering an interactive class on the book “Finding I AM” by Lysa Terkeurst beginning Thursday, September 12, 2019 and will run for 6 consecutive weeks at 10 a.m. Class will be taught by Linda Bray. The Center is located on Hwy 54 across from Walmart/Burger King. To pre-register call the Center at 812-699-8642 and leave your name and contact number.

Yoga classes with Leah Gray at the Linton Public Library-Please join us every Friday morning from 9:30-10:30 a.m. for yoga. Beginners are welcome. Please bring your own mat or towel. No charge but donations are welcome. For adults. First Yin (stretch) second Ashtanga (standing series) third restorative fourth flowga (flow) fifth choice.

Faithful Fitness women’s aerobics at the Linton Public Library Every Tuesday at 9:15 a.m.

Spin-A-Yarn knit and crochet at the Linton Public Library. Do you like to knit or crochet or would like to learn? We have started a monthly drop-in knit and crochet group on the third Wednesday of every month from 1-2 p.m.

The Jasonville Public Library is looking for published authors who graduated from Shakamak, Jasonville, Coalmont and Midland. We are planning a book signing on Saturday morning of JHS/SHS Homecoming weekend from 10 a.m. to noon at Key Associates/Miller Realtor and would love to include as many hometown authors as possible. If you have any questions, please contact the library at (812) 665-2025 or at jvillepl@att.net.

Need prayer? Prayer warriors are available to pray with you Wednesdays 1-4 p.m. and Friday 10 am -1 pm. Please call or stop in 2234 E. St. HWY 54. Linton. (Across from Walmart) 812-699-8642 We all need prayer: illness, grief, abuse, self esteem, anxiety, etc... let us pray with you.

Family and friends of Peavey Cemetery: Due to declining sales of plots and income, the cost of mowing and maintenance of the cemetery, finances are low. All donations during the mowing season would be greatly appreciated. Please send to Jeanette Keller c/o Peavey Cemetery 14820 S. Co. Rd. 475 W. Jasonville IN 47438

Need prayer? Prayer warriors are available to pray with you Wednesdays 1-4 p.m. and Friday 10 a.m. -1 p.m. Please call or stop in at Greene County Center for Women’s Ministries, located at 2234 E. St. HWY 54. Linton. (across from Walmart) 812-699-8642. We all need prayer: illness, grief, abuse, self esteem, anxiety, etc. Let us pray with you.

Adult summer reading at the Bloomfield-Eastern Greene County Public Library July 1 – August 31.

Fill out a slip for each book you read this summer, and receive a prize each week. Weekly winners and an overall grand prize winner will be selected. The more you read the better your chances of winning.

Walking program at the Bloomfield-Eastern Greene County Public Library Tuesday mornings at 8 a.m. Morning walks with Beth and Kimberly. Meet on the patio of the Bloomfield Library. Leave your name and number at the adult desk to receive a call or text the morning of the walks to keep you updated on if the walk has been cancelled.

The Greene County Center for Women’s Ministries offers free peer counseling to women and teens struggling with daily life issues; relationships, parenting, self-esteem, depression, peer pressure and grief to name a few. Please call us at 812-699-8642 to schedule an appointment.

The Worthington Jefferson Township Public Library has an ongoing book sale.

All hardcover books are $.25 each. All paperback books are $.10 each. DVDs are $1.00.

Greene County Center for Women’s Ministries will offer free peer counseling with a goal of “empowering women toward emotional and spiritual healing. The ministry is located at 2234 E. State Road 54, Linton. Call 812-699-8642 for more information.

Little Friends Preschool, located at Linton First Christian Church at 9878 W. SR 54 in Linton, is accepting enrollment for Fall 2019. Openings are available for three and four-year-olds on Tuesdays and Thursdays for morning class and afternoon class and for pre-kindergartners in the afternoon class on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Morning classes are held from 8:30 to 11 a.m., and afternoon classes are held from 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to visit and find out more about the program. For more information, or to enroll your child, call Linton First Christian Church at 812-847-9535.

The Worthington American Legion Ladies Auxiliary will meet on the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Post 106 in Worthington.

The Bloomfield First Baptist Church Community Food Pantry is located at 500 Lincoln Drive in Bloomfield. The pantry serves individuals and families in the following zip codes: 47424 Bloomfield, 47439 Koleen, 47449 Newberry, 47453 Owensburg/Desden, 47457 Scotland and 47522 Crane. The hours of operation are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday morning from 9-11 a.m. and Tuesday evening from 4:30-6 p.m. Eligibility is determined by monthly/yearly income and proof of residence. All individuals or family may visit once a month and proof of residence is required each visit.

The Friends of the Bloomfield Library Book Shop is in the Library Annex on the square across from the Court House in Bloomfield. The Book Shop is open Tuesdays 10-1, Wednesdays 10-1, Thursdays 1-4 and first Saturdays 1-4. The Friends of the Bloomfield Library Book Shop has a great selection of gently used, nearly new donated books, DVDs, CDs. All proceeds are used to support Library projects. Costs are hardbacks - $1, paperbacks - $.50, teen’s - 25¢, children’s - 10¢ and DVDs/CDs - $1. Friends Members - Bag for $2

Center Township Trustee meeting will be the second Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. at the Center Township Fire Department.

Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) support group meets on the second Tuesday each month at 6 p.m. at Redemption Christian Church in Loogootee. This group is for caregivers of those affected by FTD. The group will share the most accurate and current information about FTD and provide a space to share resources and provide peer support for care partners. The first meeting is Tuesday, January 8

Greene County General Hospital’s New Mothers/Families Support group will begin their 2019 meetings at 11 a.m. and again at 7 p.m. on the labor and delivery floor at GCGH. The group is led by experienced OB nurses and is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided. Please call 812-699-5026 to RSVP or to obtain more information. The group will meet every first and third Tuesday each month.

Greene County General Hospital’s Breastfeeding Support group will begin their 2019 meetings at 10 a.m. and again at 6 p.m. on the labor and delivery floor at GCGH. The group is led by experienced OB nurses with support from a certified lactation specialist. The group is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided. Please call 812-699-5026 to RSVP or to obtain more information. The group will meet every first and third Tuesday each month.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 Storytime for ages 6-9 Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. and Kings and Queens Storytime 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 Storytime 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.