Upcoming events planned at library
The Brown County Public Library, 205 Locust Lane, will host several events in December for all ages.
- Monday, Dec. 5 through Friday, Dec. 9, Holiday Cocoa & Cookies. Grab a cup of cocoa and a sweet homemade holiday treat while browsing for your next holiday read — while the cookies last.
- Tuesday, Dec. 6, 1 to 2:30 p.m., “Bags, Boxes and Bows,” papercrafting for the holidays.
- Thursday, Dec. 8, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Game 4 a Change, board, card, and interactive games for ages 12 and up will be available to play. Guests are also invited to bring their own games.
- Monday, Dec. 10, 11:30 a.m., The Children’s Nutcracker, Motion Arts Dance Academy presents selections from the holiday ballet, performed by children.
- Dec. 12 through 29, 12 Days of December. Drop in for a new self-guided seasonal craft and reading recommendations for all ages, every day for 12 days. All materials and tools will be provided, while supplies last.
Call the library at 812-988-2850 for more information.
Free legal aid phone clinic set next week
Legal Aid will conduct a free legal service phone clinic on Tuesday, Dec. 13 for low-income residents of eight Indiana counties, including Brown County.
The clinic will take place from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Callers can expect a 10-minute phone consultation where legal professionals will answer general questions and offer legal information.
Individuals seeking consultation must register by calling Legal Aid at 812-378-0358 on Dec. 13 between noon and 2 p.m. A volunteer attorney will return a call to registered individuals between 3 and 5:30 p.m.
Registration is requested for all programs at browncountylibrary.info/events.
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.
Bible studies ongoing in county
South Central Indiana Christian Men’s Fellowship, Dec. 6 at Hilltop Christian Camp, 6014 S. Hamilton Creek Road, Meal at 6:30 p.m., Meeting will begin at 7:15 p.m., the theme is Following Jesus.
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 are now 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].
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.
