November 19, 2007 03:26 pm
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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 erin.doyle@greensburgdailynews.com. Please include address.
Monday
The Alzheimer’s Association offers support groups for caregivers of persons with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias. Participants in support groups receive emotional support, practical assistance in coping with the issues they face, and the latest information about research. All meetings are confidential and free of charge. The caregiver support group meetings in Greensburg are held on the 2nd Monday of every month at 4:00 p.m. at the Greensburg Library, 1110 East Main Street. To receive additional information on this support group, please call Maxine Donley at 812-633-8736 or the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800-272-3900.
The New Point Community Center will open its doors to walkers who want to escape the harsh winter weather. Walking hours will be from 6-7 p.m. on Monday’s and Thursdays. The public is welcome.
The Mental Health Support Group meets at 7 p.m. the last Monday of each month in the conference room of the Decatur County Memorial Hospital. They invite everyone suffering from mental illness or caring for a family member with mental illness to attend. All meetings are held strictly confidential. For more information please call 663-0055 or 663-6370.
Tuesday
New Point Community Senior Club meets every fourth Tuesday at the New Point Community Senior Center at 6 p.m.
“Companions in Weight Loss” will be meeting every Tuesday at September Place at the Ryle Hall from 4 - 5:30 p.m. Both men and women are welcome. For more information call 591-3790 or 527-8001.
The Greensburg Kiwanis Club meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:15 p.m. at Trackside Cafe. Guests are always welcome.
Women’s Bible Study will be at the YMCA every Tuesday from 9 - 10 a.m. All ladies of all ages are welcome. For more information please call 812-663-3531.
Every other Tuesday the Cub Scout Pack led by Becky Ogle meets from 6 - 7:30 p.m. at the Baptist Youth Camp.
Co-ed 55+ Bible study and fellowship at the YMCA conference room on Tuesdays from 10:30-11:45 a.m. For information, contact Connie McCracken at 663-3531.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) weight loss support group meets every Tuesday at the First Christian Church in Greensburg. Weigh-in is from 5-5:30 p.m. Meeting starts at 5:30 p.m. For more information please call 812-663-3763 or 812-663-5623.
New Point Kiwanis meets the first and third Tuesday of every month at 6:15 p.m. in the New Point Community Center.
Hoosier Salon Art Exhibit, Nov. 6-29 at the Decatur County Historical Museum, 222 N. Franklin Street. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sundays 1-4 p.m. Free admission. Sponsored by the Arts and Cultural Council of Decatur County.
Lap sit classes will be held at the Greensburg Public Library on Tuesday mornings from 9:10-9:30 a.m. Lap sit is open to parents and their baby 6-17 months of age.
The Human Services Inc. Board of Directors meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 12 p.m. The meetings are held at the Human Services Inc. main office located at 1585 Indianapolis Road, Columbus and are open to the general public. The Human Services Inc. is a community action, not-for-profit organization that provides programs for low income, at-risk individuals and families living in the counties of Bartholomew, Brown, Decatur, Jackson, Johnson and Shelby. These programs include Head Start pre-school, Section 8 housing voucher, Energy assistance, Food pantry, Child Care voucher, WIC, Weatherization and a Housing Re-hab. If interested in attending the meetings or have any questions please contact Debra DeBord at 812-372-8407.
The Napoleon Senior Club will meet on the first Tuesday of each month at the Napoleon Senior Center at 6 p.m. All seniors are welcome.
The Westport Branch Library will have storytime on every Tuesday from 10:30 - 11 a.m. Storytime is for children ages 3 to 6. We read stories to the children and they make a small craft to take home.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Board of Directors will meet Tuesday, Nov. 20, at 6:30 p.m. at BBBS office 420 S. Michigan.
Wednesday
CrownPointe Retirement Community will not be having the salad bar lunch on Wednesdays until further notice. Thank you to all of our lunch visitors. If you have any questions please call: 662-8888.
The Greensburg Public Library will have an Adult Craft Program at the Westport Branch Library on November 28 at 3:30 p.m.
Al-Anon meets every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church basement, 202 North Franklin Street. Use the Washington Street entrance.
Thursday
The Optimist Club meets every Thursday at 6:30 a.m. at Somethin’s Perkin.
The Greensburg/Decatur County Animal Control Board will not hold its regularly schedule meeting Thursday, Dec. 13.
Joe Rust will be holding an informational meeting for those with land in the eyesight of the Rockies Express Pipeline from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 29 in the Greensburg Presbyterian Church basement. Anyone is welcome to attend. Seneca Jacobs will be on hand to offer legal advice for those who will be negotiating land sales and easement access with REX. Reservations are encouraged. For more information, contact Rust at 663-2500.
The Greensburg Public Library will have a Mail Merge Workshop at 2 p.m. on November 29.
The New Point Community Center will open its doors to walkers who want to escape the harsh winter weather. Walking hours will be from 6-7 p.m. on Monday’s and Thursdays. The public is welcome.
Westport Kiwanis will be a meeting every Thursday at the Community Building at 6:30 p.m. We will be working on community projects.
Lake Santee Kiwanis meets on the first and third Thursday of every month at the community building at 6:15 p.m.
The Greensburg Jaycees board of directors meets the 4th Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Decatur County YMCA. If you are interested in joining or for questions please call Matt Miller at 663-2656.
Friday
Join us for Bridge at the Greensburg Adult Center on Friday nights at 6:30 p.m. For more information please call 663-2232 or 663-5564.
Al-Anon meets every Friday at 8 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church basement, 202 North Franklin Street. Use the Washington Street entrance.
The TIF Board will hold a public meeting Nov. 30th, at 3 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 314 West Washington Street. This is a rescheduling of the Nov. 29 meeting.
Saturday
Sunday
Basket Bingo to benefit Relay for Life will be held Dec. 2 at the American Legion on 326 E. Main St. Doors open at 1 p.m. and Bingo starts at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 each. Contact Angie Wesseler at 663-1137 or Karen Meyerrose 663-7196 or 663-5933.
Ongoing
Decatur County Human Services, Inc. administers the Child Care Voucher Program for Decatur County. This program provides services through licensed providers for parents seeking quality child care. Currently there is a very small waiting list. To apply for this program come to Human Services with your most recent pay stub or current school schedule. You will be asked to fill out an application and provide some general information. Our child care providers are licensed thru the SIEOC. Anyone wanting to become a licensed provider may also contact Human Services at 1939 N. Carver Street Greensburg, Indiana 47240, or call (812)663-8830.
Beginning Nov. 27, until December 14, Human Services will be opening its waiting list for Section 8 Housing. You may apply at 1939 N. Carver St. Apt. C from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Applicants will need to bring proof of income and residence. The Human Services Food Pantry is open Mondays from 1-3 p.m. and Wednesdays from 9-11 a.m.
Registration is going on now for Positively Preschool at the YMCA. These programs are for children 3 - 5 and their parents. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about art, science and sports through instructor led skill based programs. Scholarships are available. Contact Barry at 663-YMCA for more details.
The Meals and Better Living Senior Nutrition Program of Aging and Community Services is offering gift certificates that can be used to purchase hot and nutritious meals for homebound persons. For more information please contact Shelia Woods at 372-6918 or toll free at 1-866-644-6407.
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.
Nutritional meals are served everyday at 11:30 a.m. Monday - Friday at the St. Paul Civic Center, 120 E. Washington St., St Paul. If you are 60 years of age or older, join us for fun and fellowship. You may contact Trudy Lewis at 765-525-6306. The Civic Center is open from 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Family Food Pantry is accepting donations Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. You can help by calling 812-663-8830 or stopping by at 1939 North Carver Street, Greensburg, IN, 47240.
Donate Once a Year Campaign for the Greensburg Community Bread of Life: Sign up to Donate just once a year to help feed the hungry in Greensburg. Go to www.greensburgcommunitybreadoflife.com to sign up the month and the item you wish to donate. You will find the donation schedule under the heading Donate/once a year/donation schedule. Food and basic supplies are listed, all under $20-$30. Sign up your business, organization, family or church. Monetary donations are also accepted. Call Cari Beggs @ 662-4887.
Every Tuesday and Thursday there will be a bike ride at 6 p.m. - weather permitting. The place to meet is at the gazebo on the courthouse square and will either be 5 or 25 miles and returning to town. All riders are welcome. They will be set up for both beginner and experienced riders. Youth riders must be accompanied by an adult.Ride leaders may not always be present, but routes will be marked and maps will be available. Helmets are strongly recommended. For more information or questions please contact Dennis Moffett at 663-7886.
Upcoming DCMH events
Public welcome
Women in Need of Weight Loss and Wellness: And introduction to surgical and non-surgical approaches
Thursday, 6:30 p.m. - Weight is a common struggle for women. Having too much body fat can lead to diabetes, heart disease, high
blood pressure, arthritis, sleep apnea and stroke. Understanding how to take control of your weight can be a
difficult challenge. Dr. Dana Lindsay, one of the owners of the Indiana Weight Loss and Wellness Institute, will
give us a crash course on weight loss including surgical and non-surgical weight loss methods. For more
information about Dr. Lindsay and the Indiana Weight Loss and Wellness Institute visit www.indianaweightloss.net.
We ask that you RSVP if you plan on attending this event, to ensure ample seating. To make your reservations,
please call 812-663-1379.
Healthy Holiday Cooking
Nov. 27, 6:30 p.m. - Alexis Laska, RD, CD and Anne Meer, RD, CD from Decatur County Memorial Hospital's Dietary Department will
demonstrate some healthy and delicious recipes that are sure to add some flavor to your holiday
festivities - without adding the pounds! Our dietitians will also answer questions about making traditional
holiday dishes healthier. After the demonstrations, all attendees will have the opportunity to sample the recipes
that Alexis and Anne whip up. Copies of the recipes will be available. To ensure that we have enough food for
everyone to sample, please RSVP if you plan on attending this event. To make your reservations, please call
812-663-1379.
Childbirth Classes
Next two Thursdays - Women’s Center Education Room, 6-9 p.m.
Helps the mother-to-be and her coach work together during labor and delivery. Special emphasis on relaxation and breathing
techniques during labor. Free if delivery is at DCMH. Call the Women’s Center at 663-1240 to register.
Diabetes Care
Nov. 20 - Conference Room D, 8-10 a.m.
A NEW three-part series designed to teach diabetics and their families more about Diabetes and it’s effects on the body.
Class is free and is taught by a Registered Nurse and a Registered Dietitian. Please register at least one week prior to the class.
For more information, call 663-1341.
Flu and Pneumonia Vaccine Clinic
Thursday - Skybird Manor, 10-11 a.m.
Flu and Pneumonia Vaccine Clinic open to the public. Flu shots will be $25 and pneumonia shots will be $79. For
questions, call 663-1310.
Flu and Pneumonia Vaccine Clinic
Nov. 20 - CrownPointe, 1-2 p.m.
Flu and Pneumonia Vaccine Clinic open to the public. Flu shots will be $25 and pneumonia shots will be $79. For
questions, call 663-1310.
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