Community development group meets monthly
HELMSBURG — Helmsburg Community Development is a nonprofit group working to redevelop Helmsburg. The group aims to improve infrastructure, revitalize businesses in the area and bring in new homes and families.
The group meets the second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Brown County Community Church, 2370 W. Main St. in Helmsburg. The next meeting is Oct. 13.
For more information and updates, follow the Facebook page “Helmsburg Community Development.”
Library holding storytime sessions, accepting donations
The Brown County Public Library, 205 Locust Lane, has opened its doors to the public again due to low COVID transmission levels in the county.
Patrons are welcome to come inside and browse, use the computers and attend meetings. Library programs will also be held in person.
The library is also offering two Storytime sessions next week.
Morning Storytime will be on Tuesday, Oct. 12 at 10:30 a.m. Stories, songs and games will be offered for kids ages 6 and under.
Night Owl Storytime will be on Wednesday, Oct. 13 at 6 p.m. Stories and songs will be offered for kids ages 8 and under.
The library is also collecting donations of new, wrapped toothbrushes and toothpaste for the Afghan refugees staying at Camp Atterbury. Donations can be left at the check out desk or in the large donation box at the upper level.
Medicare annual enrollment period to begin
The annual enrollment period for Medicare advantage and prescription drug plans will begin on Oct. 15 and run through Dec. 7.
Medicare beneficiaries are encouraged to review their plans in order to reassess their coverage and consider new options for 2022 if they desire.
New benefits may be available upon inquiry.
For a no-cost review and comparison of Medicare plans, call Christina McGinley at 812-988-6399 or contact her via her website at www.mcginleyinsurance.com.
McGinley is the owner of McGinley Insurance Agency, Inc. located in Nashville at 145 S. Jefferson St.
Virtual information sessions for caretakers set
Thrive Alliance will offer a virtual information session for those interested in gaining tools for caregiving.
“Powerful Tools for Caregivers” is educational series by Thrive Alliance designed to provide caregivers with the tools needed to take care of themselves and those to whom they provide care. The program helps family caregivers reduce stress, improve self-confidence, communicate feelings better, balance their lives, increase their ability to make tough decisions and locate helpful resources.
Classes consist of six sessions virtually via Zoom every Tuesday from Oct. 26 through Nov. 30, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
For more information or to register, contact Thrive Alliance at 812-372-6918. Class size is limited and pre-registration is required.
“Powerful Tools for Caregivers” is made possible in part by support from Meredith-Clark Funeral Home and Cremation in Morgantown.
Nashville firefighters’ fish tent open
The Brown County (Nashville) Volunteer Fire Department will serve fish sandwiches, hot dogs, fries, coffee, hot cider, soda and water from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. starting Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 25 to 26, on the courthouse lawn in Nashville.
The fish tent will be open each Saturday and Sunday through Oct. 24. Fish sandwiches are $6.
This is an annual fundraising event for the volunteer fire department.
History center, pioneer village open
The Brown County History Center will now be open on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Pioneer Village will have most of its buildings open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The open buildings will include the Old Log Jail, schoolhouse, cabin, tool room and Dr. Ralphy’s office. On inclement days the village buildings will be closed. The Pioneer Village will be open daily until the end of October. The history center and village are located at 90 E. Gould Street. Entry is free, donations are welcome.
The Brown County Historical Society runs, maintains and operates the Pioneer Village, which is owned by Brown County. The history center features the archives, open Tuesday and Friday, for those interested in finding information on family or cabins, or historical information related to most things in Brown County.
The History Center offers visitors an up-close look at many historical artifacts, which change often, and a gift shop that features handmade items made by the Pioneer Women’s Club.
The historical society has its regular carry-in dinner meetings on the first Monday of each month in the Grand Hall on the upper level at 6:30 p.m. Guests are welcome. The next meeting will be Oct. 4 and the program will be about the Cordry-Sweetwater Volunteer Fire Department to celebrate Fire Prevention Week.
More information may be found at browncountyhistorycenter.org.
Nashville Farmers Market open Sundays
The Nashville Farmers Market will be open every Sunday through October from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Brown County Inn parking lot, 51 State Road 46 East.
Shoppers can find seasonal produce grown by local farmers, eggs and baked goods. Various meats are also offered. Local growers will sell shrubs, perennials and annuals for shoppers’ gardens.
Local crafters and artists share their talents in a variety of forms: Handwoven goods, soy and beeswax candles and more. Locally made goat’s milk soaps and bath and body products are also available.
The market doubles SNAP and WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program benefits up to $10 per shopper per week. Stop by the information booth for details.
Live musical performances will be scheduled every weekend. Follow the Nashville Indiana Farmers Market on Facebook to see each week’s music act or email [email protected] to be added to the weekly market newsletter.
Local bluebird club selling nesting boxes
The Brown County Bluebird Club’s annual bluebird nest box sale is underway. Boxes are all cedar and fully assembled. One box is $15 and two boxes are $25. If interested, call Dan Sparks at 812-200-5700.
Get on the calendar: Community Calendar is for events and happenings that involve and are open to the community. The deadline to make the Oct. 13 edition is noon Thursday, Oct. 7. Email [email protected] or call 812-988-2221.
