Community Notes

Friday, December 6

The Linton Public Library will close at 1:30 p.m.

Saturday, December 7

Linton Lady Miner Basketball team to host a pancake breakfast at the Linton Fire Department from 8 a.m. to 10:30a.m. Cost is $8 for adults and $4 for children 10 and under. Menu is two pancakes, two sausage links and drink, or biscuits and gravy, two sausage links and drink. Tickets can be purchased from girl’s basketball team members or the day of the event.

Creative Crafternoon at the Linton Public Library from 1-2 p.m. Join us to have fun, be innovative and take home a cool new creation.

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 479 of Lyons will hold their monthly breakfast from 7-11 a.m. Menu includes bacon or sausage, biscuits and gravy, eggs fixed your way, hash browned potatoes, pancakes or french toast, juice, coffee and tea. The public is very welcome and invited to attend.

Sunday, December 8

The Hendricksville Area Association is holding their monthly fundraiser breakfast at the Hendricksville Community Center, Hwy. 43, Hendricksville. Serving hours 7 -10 a.m. This will benefit various community projects. Come join us. Public invited​.

Monday, December 9

The Greene County Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board will meet in special session at 10 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Room of the Greene County Courthouse to discuss: resignation of ambulance director, interim operations strategies, review and (if appropriate) amend director position description, discuss hiring process/posting notice of employment.

Eastern Greene School Board will met in executive session at 7:15 p.m., regular meeting at 7:30 and executive session after regular meeting in the Central Office Board Room.

The Linton-Stockton Board of School Trustees will have a work session at 5 p.m. at the Administration office located at 801 1st Street in Linton.

Tuesday, December 10

The Orange, Lawrence, Jackson, Martin, Greene Joint Services Superintendents’ Governing Board meeting will meet in executive session at 9:30 a.m. and open session at 10 a.m. in the Joint Service Conference Room, 1401 15th Street, Bedford.

Homeschool Day at the Bloomfield-Eastern Greene County Public Library at 1:30pm. A roundtable 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.

The Greene County Veterans’ Council will meet at 7 p.m. at the AL Post 22 in Linton.

The meeting of the Executive Board of the Greene-Sullivan Special Education Cooperative will meet in Executive Session at 9 a.m. with the regular meeting to follow at 9:30 a.m. in the Conference Room at the Greene-Sullivan Special Education Cooperative, 77 A St., N.E., Linton.

The National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Bloomfield Chapter 0847 will meet at Casa Sevilla Restaurant in Bloomfield at 11:30 a.m. The business meeting will follow the luncheon. All Federal employees, retirees, and spouses are invited to attend.

Wednesday, December 11

The Lewis Township Ministerial Association will hold 2019 Advent services at 7 p.m. at Shakamak Community Church. Everyone is welcome to join us in celebrating the birth of our Lord.

Thursday, December 12

Teen Movie Night at the Bloomfield-Eastern Greene County Public Library from 4:30 p.m.-7 p.m.

Spend an evening watching a movie! Snacks and soda will be provided. Call the

Bloomfield Public Library to find out the movie that will be shown. Grades 7-12.

The Greene County Sheriff’s Merit Board will meet at 5 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.

Teen Make a Gift for Dad at the Linton public Library from 4-5 p.m.

Friday, December 13

Shawnee Theatre “Charlie Brown Christmas” Youth Production. 7 pm. $10 Adults, $5 Students. For tickets, call 812-863-2364 or 812-381-2517.

Saturday, December 14

Lyons American Legion will host a holiday dinner from 2-5 p.m. upstairs at the Legion. The public is welcome and invited to attend. Santa will visit the event from 2-4 p.m. The Legion is a non-smoking facility.

Family Fun Saturday at the at the Eastern Branch of the Bloomfield-Eastern Greene County Public Library from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

We will be putting together our winter train village and making holiday ornaments. Hot chocolate, tea and cookies will be our snack.

Shawnee Theatre “Charlie Brown Christmas” Youth Production. 2:30 pm and 7 pm. $10 Adults, $5 Students. For tickets, call 812-863-2364 or 812-381-2517.

Sunday, December 15

Shawnee Theatre “Charlie Brown Christmas” Youth Production. 2:30 pm and 7 pm. $10 Adults, $5 Students. For tickets call 812-863-2364 or 812-381-2517

Tuesday, December 17

K-5 Make a gift for Dad at the Linton Public Library from 4-5 p.m.

Wednesday, December 18

The Lewis Township Ministerial Association will hold 2019 Advent services at 7 p.m. at Friendly Grove Baptist Church. Everyone is welcome to join us in celebrating the birth of our Lord.

Spin-A-Yarn Knit and Crochet at the Linton Public Library from 1-2 p.m. Come spend an hour with us crocheting and/or knitting.

The Greene County Solid Waste Management District Board has changed its regular meeting date from Dec. 25, 2019 at 9:30 a.m. to Dec. 18, 2019 at 9:30 a.m., in the Commissioners’ room at the Courthouse, 1 East Main Street in Bloomfield.

Thursday, December 19

The Linton Community Group will host their annual free community dinner at Saron Church in Linton. Serving times are 5-7 p.m. or until food is gone. Dine in, stop by for a take-out meal or call 812-847-4911 or 812-847-7821 for home delivery within Linton only, due to possible bad weather. If no answer, please leave a message. Menu includes turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, noodles, green beans, corn, dessert and drinks, all free to everyone. This event takes place the same night as the Toys for Tots distribution. Bring the whole family. Santa will be there for a portion of the evening.

Purdue Extension of Greene County will be offering a Master Gardener Basic Training program starting January 9-April 9, 2020 on Thursday evenings from 6pm-9pm at the Greene County Community Event Center. Initial cost is $130 for individuals and $195 for couples sharing materials. Participants will have $50 returned to them upon completion of the basic training and by partnering with a certified master gardener to achieve at least 20 volunteer hours within 1 year. Registration deadline: Thursday, December 19, 2019. If interested, please contact Sadie Davis at davis186@purdue.edu or 812-659-2122 for an application. Check us out on Facebook at Purdue Master Gardeners of Greene County Indiana.

Friday, December 20

Lively Ladies at the Linton Public Library from 12-2 p.m. This is our Christmas event. We are to have a book exchange and meeting at Monical’s for lunch (on your own).

Saturday, December 21

A visit with Santa at the Linton Public Library from 1-2:30 p.m.

Tuesday, December 24

The Linton Public Library will be closed

Wednesday, December 25

The Linton Public Library will be closed

Thursday, December 29

Purdue Extension of Greene County will be offering a Master Gardener Basic Training program starting January 9-April 9, 2020 on Thursday evenings from 6pm-9pm. Initial cost is $130 for individuals $195 for couples sharing materials, $50 returned to participants upon completion of the basic training and by partnering with a certified master gardener to achieve at least 20 volunteer hours within 1 year. Registration deadline: Thursday, Dec. 29. If interested, please contact Sadie Davis at davis186@purdue.edu or 812-659-2122 for an application. Check us out on Facebook at Purdue Master Gardeners of Greene County Indiana.

Tuesday, December 31

The Linton Public Library closes at 5 p.m.

Sunday, January 12

Bloomfield Apple Festival Committee meeting will be held at 6 p.m. in the South Shelter House at Bloomfield Town Park. Please come and join in the planning of the Apple Festival and other committee sponsored events.

Ongoing & Future Events

Adopt-A-Grandparent Secret Santa event at the Linton Public Library. Make a nursing home patient happy. See sign-up sheet at the desk.

Born to Soar, the latest book by Linton native Bill Barnes, is available for purchase at the Carnegie Heritage and Arts Center. The cost is $15, with all proceeds going to the Carnegie. Help support the Carnegie.

Preschool Story Time - Weekly in October at the Eastern Branch of the Bloomfield-Eastern Greene County Public Library - Eastern Branch at 10:30 a.m. Upcoming themes for December: 12/4-Polar Bears, 12/11-Reindeer.

Who Was? K-5 book club October 1, 8, 22 and 29 from 4-5 p.m. at the Linton Public Library. An hour of fun based on

the exciting book series.

Faithful Fitness Women’s Aerobics at the Linton Public Library. For Adults. Every Tuesday morning at 9:15 a.m.

Bring Your Own Book book discussion at the Linton Public Library. For adults. Reading a good book and want to share it?

Come to a discussion and tell us all about it. Now two times for your convenience: Every second Monday of the month from 4-5 p.m. and every second Wednesday of the month from 1-2 p.m.

Bloomfield-Eastern Greene County Public Library Dec. events: Story hours – Weekly at 10:30am, Preschool Storytime will be every Thursday for ages 3 -6 years. Chair Yoga – Weekly in Dec. 10:30am – 11:30am. All participants welcome, no equipment needed and free. Every Thursday at the Library Annex.

Little Movers for Preschoolers at the Linton Public Library. Every other Tuesday from 4-5 p.m. Enjoy happy music and joyful movement and dance.

Storytime for toddlers and preschoolers at the Linton Public Library. Every other Thursday, December 5 and 19 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Delightful books, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Bring Your Own Book - Book Discussion at the Linton Public Library. Reading a good book and want to share it?

Come to a discussion and tell us all about it. Now two times for your convenience: Every second Monday of the month from 4-5 p.m. and every second Wednesday of the month from 1-2 p.m.

Adult Coloring at the Linton Public Library-for adults. Color your stress away. Join us on the first Tuesday of the month between 5:30-6:30 p,m. to relax, socialize and create something beautiful.

Preschool Storytime will be every Thursday beginning September 12 for ages 3 -6 years.

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.

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.

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

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 Nancy Correll at 812-699-0454.

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

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 * 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.

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.