Brown County Schools performing winter concerts
The community is invited to concerts supporting Brown County Schools this week.
Brown County School bands will perform together at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14 at the Brown County High School auditorium, 235 Schoolhouse Lane.
The Brown County Middle School choir will perform at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 16, at the middle school.
Both concerts are free to the public.
Support local food pantry through law enforcement
Starting Monday, Dec. 12 the Brown County Sheriff’s Office will be collecting nonperishable food items and children’s snacks to benefit the Brown County Mother’s Cupboard.
Donations may be dropped off in the lobby of the Brown County Sheriff’s Department, 55 State Road 46 East, through Friday, Dec. 17.
Upcoming events planned at library
The Brown County Public Library, 205 Locust Lane, will host several events in December for all ages.
Wednesday, Dec. 14 at 10:30 a.m., Pre-K Days: Words and Wiggles, Creative movement and dance followed by open play time. For kids ages 0-6. Registration requested.
Wednesday, Dec. 14 from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m., ATLAS (At the Library After School), Hang out time, games, crafts and snacks for kids in grades 6-12.
Thursday, Dec. 15, 6 to 7 p.m., Family Game Night, Play board games, card games and more. For kids in grades K – 8 with their families. Registration requested.
Friday, Dec. 16 from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Brown County Library, Homeschool Huddle: Service Learning and Winter Celebrations, Activities for kids and networking for adults. Open to all homeschool families. Registration requested.
Monday, Dec. 19 at 10:30 a.m., Monday Morning Storytime, Join Miss Samantha for the last Storytime of 2022. Kids age 6 and under can enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.
Monday, Dec. 19 from 5 to 7 p.m., Lego Club, Drop in and show off your Lego skills and collaborate with other Lego builders.
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.
The library will be closed Friday, Dec. 23 through Monday, Dec. 26 for the Christmas Holiday.
For more information visit browncountylibrary.info or call 812-988-2850.
Sign up now to 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
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.
