Upcoming events planned at library
The Brown County Public Library, 205 Locust Lane, has two events planned for the upcoming week.
ATLAS: At the Library After School will happen on Sept. 21 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Games, crafts, and snacks will be available for kids and teens grades 6 and up.
Monday Morning Storytime will happen on Sept. 26 at 10:30 a.m.
Games 4 a Change is planned for Oct. 6, Nov. 3, and Dec. 8 from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Board, card, and interactive games for ages 12 and up will be available to play. Guests are also invited to bring their own games.
Bible studies ongoing in county
The study on biblical discipleship that inspired Fertile Ground Ranch Discipleship Ministry (FGR) will be taught on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
The study will be led by Bill Schlipp, FGR founder. The group will meet at the FGR farmhouse on the east side of Brown County. Bring a Bible and a notebook. A study guide will be provided.
Sign up to attend, or request more information, by contacting Schlipp at [email protected] or 630-776-5582. He will provide directions to the farmhouse.
FGR is a Brown County-based Christian ministry whose mission is to follow the command of Jesus Christ to be and make disciples. More information is available at fertilegroundranch.org.
Community Bible Study meets on Tuesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the chapel at Cornerstone Inn, 54 E. Franklin St.
They will study Job 1 and 2, Peter, Colossians and James.
After individual study during the week, the group will gather for a group discussion, a teaching and commentary.
For registration and questions, contact Mike Heil at 605-660-8250 or [email protected].
LEAP applications open
Applications are currently open for the 2022-2023 Brown County Leadership Education Adventure Program (LEAP) cohort. The program will begin in October 2022 and continue through April 2023.
LEAP develops leadership skills, creates a network for the study of community issues and allows participants to learn the needs of the Brown County community.
Applications can be picked up at the Career Resource Center, the Brown County Music Center or the Brown County Visitors Center.
Contact Christy Wrightsman for more information at 812-988-5880 or [email protected].
Indiana Environmental Health Association fall conference
The Indiana Environmental Health Association (IEHA) will be holding its 71st annual fall conference at the Abe Martin Lodge in Brown County State Park, 1801 State Road 46 East, from Sept. 19 to 21.
The IEHA is a nonprofit organization of professionals working in the fields of environmental and public health. This year’s conference will feature 34 speakers, including Dr. Kristina Box, Indiana state health commissioner.
Conference attendees will come from 92 local health departments and various other agencies for this educational conference which will have 33 sessions on various topics including “Mental Health Response in a Disaster” and “Sampling for High Strength Waste”.
Dumpster Days return
The third annual Dumpster Day will happen on Sept. 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Brown County Recycling Center, 176 Old State Road 46.
Keep Brown County Beautiful received a grant from the Brown County Community Foundation to organize the free event residents can use to properly get rid of their trash, including old mattresses and furniture. Donations will be accepted to help fund future Dumpster Days. Tires, paint and hazardous products will not be accepted.
CPR, first aid training available
CPR and first aid training will be available to the public at the Nashville Police Department, 25 Artist Drive, on Sept. 30 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Guest instructor Bill Callahan, founder of the CPR Institute of Indiana, will lead the training. The cost is $17 per person. This will cover the cost for the CPR certification card.
Kathy Callahan will provide refreshments on behalf of Fifth Third Bank during the training.
FallFare returns in October
Nashville United Methodist Church will host its 50th annual FallFare on Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Village Green.
The event will feature 12 booths selling handmade and collected items. All proceeds will provide financial support for local, state and international mission efforts. Groups that have received funds in the past include Mother’s Cupboard, Habitat for Humanity, Access Brown County and God’s Grace.
The theme for this year is “Every FallFare dollar goes to someone in need.”
For more information, contact Jane Huffman at 812-988-7558.
Breast cancer charity golf scramble
A breast cancer charity golf scramble for resident Sherri Brown is scheduled for Oct. 2 at Salt Creek Golf Course, 2359 State Road 46 East. A shotgun start will be at 1 p.m.
To register, sponsor or donate, contact Judi Gibson at 317-979-2413 or Brandi McGill at 317-498-3488.
Elkinsville reunion canceled
The annual Elkinsville reunion that is held on the first Sunday in October has been canceled due to Covid-19 concerns.
The event is set to be held as planned next year.
Harvest festival planned for next month
St. David’s Episcopal Church, 11 State Road 45, will host a Harvest Festival on Sunday, Oct. 9 from noon to 3 p.m.
Games for children and live music from the Porch Rockers will be available. There is no cost to attend, but a ham and beans lunch will be available for $6 per person, as well as pumpkin pie for $2.
A raffle for six fall mums will happen during the event. Tickets are $1 or 5 for $4.
For more information, contact Marilyn Day at [email protected] or 317-431-1989.
Become a foster grandparent
Thrive Alliance and AmeriCorps Seniors are currently looking for foster grandparents for children.
Thrive Alliance and AmeriCorps Seniors work with public and faith-based schools, Head Start Centers and youth serving facilities in five counties, including Brown, being role models, mentors, tutors and friends.
Those interested should call 812-374-2711, 812-372-6918, or visit fostergrandparentsthrive.org.
Project Lifesaver applications open
TRIAD and the Brown County Sheriff’s Department have announced that applications are now open for Project Lifesaver.
Those with loved ones at risk of wandering would obtain a personalized wrist-watch sized radio transmitter fitted to their wrist that would be used to locate them if they go missing.
This program is available to any Brown County resident due to a grant support from the Brown County Community Foundation and its partners.
For more information, call TRIAD at 812-988-5606.
Grants available for septic, well repairs
The Great Lakes Community Action Partnership Decentralized Water Systems program recently announced the availability of grants for water well, in-home water treatment and septic system repairs.
The maximum loan amount is $15,000 with a 1% interest rate. The maturity may not exceed 20 years and will depend on repayment ability.
To be eligible for the grant, the applicant’s household income cannot exceed $33,470. In addition, applicants must own and occupy the home or be in the process of purchasing the home for occupancy. New home construction and community water systems are not eligible.
For more information and to apply, call the Brown County Health Department at 812-988-2255.
Nashville Farmers Market continues
The Nashville Farmer’s Market will continue through Oct. 30.
The market runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday in the parking lot of the Brown County Inn, 51 State Road 46 East. Parking is free. The market is the place to shop local and support local growers, bakers and makers.
Each week market vendors offer an ever-changing selection of plants from local gardens, seasonal produce, breads and baked goods, pastured meats and eggs, arts and more. Live music will also be performed.
SNAP shoppers can have their benefits doubled at the market information tent. All shoppers can enter to win the market’s weekly $10 raffle. The market is a rain or shine event.
