This listing is intended for use by those groups providing a community service in Decatur County that is open to all. Due to the increase in submissions, items will occasionally be removed so the calendar may be conformed to fit space limitations. To submit items e-mail them to jim.cummings@greensburgdailynews.com. Please include address.

Ongoing

Beginning Jan. 10 and running through Feb. 14, from 5:30-7 p.m., the Greensburg Community Learning Center will offer a new and unique class in Japanese culture. Space is limited and additional courses will be offered only when needed. Companies interested in setting up courses more specific to their individual needs or anyone interested in the January session should contact the GCLC at (812) 222-0211 for more information.

Janice K. Huey, of Greensburg, was hit by an automobile and injured on December 27 while walking in Cincinnati, OH. She suffered a broken left femur and a stroke that paralyzed her right side of her body and affected her speech. She spent 4 days in the Neurological ICU at University Hospital in Cincinnati and then was moved to a regular room until January 8th when she was transferred to Drake Center Rehabilitation facility in Cincinnati to begin recovery. She has regained much of the movement of her right leg and arm, but is still learning how to eat and swallow again as well as being able to talk and write. Her family has set up a special account to help with medical expenses. If anyone is interested in making a donation, please send it to the following account: Irwin Union Bank Donation to Janice Huey, P.O. Box 929, Columbus, IN 47202-0929.

The Decatur County Family YMCA is holding its 3rd Biggest Loser Buddy Challenge Feb. 19–April 23. For eight weeks you and a buddy can compete with others to win a 6-month free membership to the YMCA or $100 each. There will be 2nd and 3rd place winners as well. Registration ends Feb. 23. Registration fees are as follows: Y-Members $10.00 and Non-Members $50 each. The registration fees include a t-shirt and unlimited access to the YMCA for the eight weeks of competition. So join the fun and lose weight at the same time with a friend. If you have any questions please contact Deena Hamer at 812-663-9622, ext. 28.

The Historical Society of Decatur County would like to announce new winter hours for their Museum located at 222 N. Franklin. The museum is open to the public free of charge on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you have a group or visitors from out of town and would like to schedule a tour at different time, call 663-2997 or 663-5141. The office phone number is 663-2764 and e-mail is dechissoc@core.com.

Tree City Squares will have Western Style Square Dance lessons in February for new dancers and former dancers who would like a refresher course. For information Call Ray & Linda Hatton or Charlie & Eileen Fisse 663-4666.

If your child enjoys listening to stories, singing, dancing and making crafts, you should stop by the Children’s Room at the Greensburg Library to sign up for Story Time. It is open to children ages 3 - 6 years of age. Classes are available Mon. and Thurs evenings and Tues and Wed mornings. You may call the library at 663-4455 for more information and to get registered.