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 this weekend
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.
Annual bean supper
Mt. Nebo Ridge Church, 8624 S. Mt. Nebo Road, will host its annual Bean Dinner on Oct. 1 from 5 to 9:30 p.m.
For more information, call 812-390-2676.
Bean Blossom music series
The Hamilton Creek Bluegrass Band will perform at St. David’s Episcopal Church, 11 State Road 45, on Sunday, Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. as part of the Bean Blossom Music Series.
There will be a reception at the concert and an opportunity to meet the artists. The concert is free, but donations are welcome.
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.
Aglow community lighthouse meeting
Aglow International will hold its first monthly Community Lighthouse meeting on Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. to noon in the chapel at Cornerstone Inn, 54 E. Franklin St.
The meeting will feature testimonies, worship, fellowship and prayer.
Future meetings will be on the first Tuesday of each month. For more information about Aglow, visit aglow.org.
For questions, contact Sandy Bothell at 765-342-3151 or [email protected].
Harvest festival, greeting card class 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.
St. David’s will also host a greeting card making class on Friday, Oct. 14 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The class will be making autumn and Halloween cards.
The class is free to attend and all materials are provided. There is room for eight participants.
For more information and to reserve a spot, contact Marilyn Day at [email protected] or 317-431-1989.
Upcoming events at library
The Brown County Public Library, 205 Locust Lane, will host several events in October.
“Pre-K Days: Science Experiments” will happen on Oct. 6 at 10:30 a.m. The day will include fun scientific observations and experiments for kids. Registration is requested at browncountylibrary.info/events.
A Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration is planned for Oct. 8 from 2 to 3 p.m. Join the IU La Casa (Latino Cultural Center) for a celebration including crafts, toys, books and food. Registration is requested at browncountylibrary.info/events.
“Bugs for Breakfast?! Bugs to Explore” will occur on Oct. 11 from 6 to 7 p.m. Join Miss Samantha to explore insects eaten around the world, along with the science of the worm. For kids ages 7 to 11. Registration is requested at browncountylibrary.info/events.
Monday Morning Storytime is planned for Oct. 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 10:30 a.m. Stories, songs, rhymes and crafts will be available for kids ages 0 to 6.
ATLAS: At the Library after School will happen on Oct. 12, 19 and 26 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Games, crafts and snacks will be available for kids and teens grades 6 to 12.
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.
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. 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.
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].
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.
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.
