Upcoming events at the library
The Brown County Public Library, 205 Locust Lane, has added many events to its calendar for visitors of all ages.
Mondays, Jan. 9, 16, 23 and 30, 10:30 a.m., Monday Morning Storytime, stories, songs, rhymes and crafts for kids 6 and under with their caregivers.
Monday, Jan. 9, 5:30 p.m., Night Owl Storytime, relaxing stories and songs for kids 0 to 8 years old. Registration requested.
Wednesday, Jan. 11, 10:30 a.m., Pre-K Days: Words and Wiggles, Creative movement and dance followed by open play time. For kids ages 0 to 6. Registration requested.
Wednesdays, Jan. 11, 18 and 25, 3:30 to 5 p.m., ATLAS: At the Library After School, hang time, games, crafts and snacks for kids and teens grades ages to 6 to 12.
The library will host Knitting for Newbies on Fridays, Jan. 13, 20 and 27 and Feb. 17 and 24 at 10:30 a.m. Learn the basics of knitting in this 5-week intergenerational class. Practice yarn will be supplied, and you can bring your own needles or borrow some from the library. For ages 5 to adult. Registration is required.
Wonderlab will present Epic Cold at the library. Explore the extremely cool science of temperature and energy at this fun and educational all-ages program. Registration is requested.
Call the library at 812-988-2850 for more information.
Health department offering COVID tests
The Brown County Health Department, 200 Hawthorne Drive, has a limited quantity of home rapid tests that can be given out to Brown County residents.
These will be available at the Brown County Health Department during normal business hours, while supplies last. Home COVID-19 tests are also available to be ordered at www.covidtests.gov for home delivery at no charge.
For more information call the health department at 812-988-2255.
Retreat coming for women in business
Mixed Mingle &Manifest will present the first Women in Business Retreat on Saturday, Jan. 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Brown County Barn Burner, 185 S. Jefferson St.
The day includes refreshments, yoga and journaling, creating business plans, digital marketing and art sessions.
Only 20 tickets are available from $59 to $75. For more information email [email protected].
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].
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.
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].
