February 1st thru 15th
The NRA (National Rifle Ass.) is currently accepting applications from high school sophomores and juniors across the country for the National Youth Education Summit (Y.E.S.) from June 25 - July 1, 2012 in Washington, DC, all expenses paid. This would be a wonderful opportunity for hunting enthusiasts or any 4-H Shooting Sports member! Forty-five outstanding students are chosen each year to travel to the nation's capital for a seven day, all expense paid educational experience. The summit encourages young adults to become well-rounded citizens by learning about the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, how the federal government works and the importance of being active in civic affairs. Activities on this year's schedule include:· Meeting national leaders from Capitol Hill and around Washington, DC· Guest speakers at NRA Headquarters and the National Firearms Museum · Informative tours at historic sites and monuments in and around Washington, DC · Competitive debates with other high school students from across the nation
Entry into the program requires submission of a completed application form, high school transcript, three-page essay on the Second Amendment, personal statement, and three letters of recommendation. Interested students should have their application post-marked no later than February 1, 2012. For additional information on the 2012 Youth Education Summit and how to apply, call 1-800-672-3888, ext. 1342.
VU Jasper Continuing Education will offer Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced Dog Obedience classes for the Spring Semester. All classes will meet at the Dubois County 4-H Fairgrounds in the Clover Pavilion. The schedule is: Beginning class will meet 8 Wednesdays, Feb. 1st-March 21st from 6-7PM. Intermediate class will meet 8 Wednesdays, Feb. 1st-March 21st from 7-8PM. Advanced class will meet 8 Wednesdays from 8-9PM. Dog owners need to bring to class a choke collar, 6 foot leash, proof of immunizationsand plastic bags and paper towels for clean up. Fee is $75. To register call 481-5937.
1st Annual Evie Hill Super Bowl Party For a Cure. It will be at the American Legion Post 250 in Mitchell, IN. It is open to the public. There will be an auction from 3 to 5:30 PM. Proceeds will go to the National Breast Cancer Foundation and Mitchell Cloth-a-Child in Evie Hill's name. Will have several drink specials. Bring your favorite snack to pass around. Will also accept donations.
Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center offering "Men with Cancer Discussion Group." This group is for men who have had cancer of any type or who are currently undergoing cancer treatment. This group gives individuals the opportunity to talk with others in an open forum about their cancer-related experiences. Sessions will be held at the Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center Conference Room located at Memorial Hospital and Health Care's Dorbett Street entrance. The next session will be Monday, February 6th. For more information, please visit Memorial Hospital's website at www.mhhcc.org and click on "Classes & Events" or call Cheryle Daunhauer at 996-0626.
Send your special someone a unique and personal Valentine's Day card this year! The Melton Public Library in French Lick will host a card-making workshop on Tuesday, February 7th, beginning at 7 PM. Experienced card maker and scrapbook designer Suzanne Emmons will conduct the workshop. There is no charge for the workshop, and all supplies will be provided by the Friends of the Melton Public Library.
Heartsaver CPR with AED. Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center is offering a Heartsaver CPR class from 5:30 to 9:30 PM on Tuesday, February 7th, in the Community Relations Classroom at Memorial Southside Office. This course is desgined for lay personnel who serve as rescuers as part of their job and for the general public who have direct access to an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). In order to complete the course and receive the course completion card, participants must successfully complete a skills evaluation. Pre-registration is required. The fee for the course is $50. For mor information or to register, please visit www.mhhcc.org or call 800-852-7279 ext. 2399.
The PTE will be hosting a Dinner and Magic show on Saturday, February 11th along with a silent auction. This will be held at English Elementary School. Silent Auction from 3 PM to 5 PM. Food served 3 PM to 5 PM. Magic show by Tom Creclius at 5 PM. Tickets in advance are $2. Tickets purchased after February 8th are $5. Questions about tickets, contact Gina 812-457-4528.
.50 Calibur-Live Rock and Roll- will be performing at the Orange County Moose Lodge #2530 in Paoli on Saturday, February 11th from 9 AM to 1 AM. $5 cover charge. Open to the public.
There will be a chili dinner at the Livonia Firehouse on February 11th at 6 PM. All proceeds will go to the Polar Plunge to benefit Orange County Special Olympics. Donations will be accepted. Anyone who would like more information or would like to donate to the cause can contact Vivian Block at 653-0452.
Looking for some good food & some family friendly entertainment? You'll find both at the Orange County House of Prayer, Sunday, Feb. 12th starting at 5 PM. They will be hosting a community dinner and a movie. This is a free event. All you have to do is bring a crock pot dish for a pitch in meal, yourself, your date, or the whol family. They'll supply the move, "Mars Needs Moms," and popcorn. If you have any questions, call 723-9017.
Bariatric Support Group. Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center is offering a Bariatric Support Group for individuals who have had or who are considering weight loss surgery. It will meet the second Monday of each month. The next support group meeting will be Monday, February 13th at 6:30 PM in the Medical Arts Conference Center. For more information, please visit Memorial Hospital's website at www.mhhcc.org or contact Kara Glendening at 996-1675.
Come to Valley Health to meet their new Family Nurse Practioner, Jessica Deno. They are having an open house Thursday, February 16th from 6 PM to 8 PM at Valley Health in French Lick. Jessica will be answering any questions you may have and refreshments will be served. Drawing for door prizes. Call 936-2425 for more information.
February 16th thru 28th
The February meeting of the Diabetic Support Group sponsored by IU Health Paoli Hospital will be February 16th at 6 PM in the hosptial cafeteria. Topics will include your finances, say yes to snacks, and the group will celebrate National Snack Food Month. If you have questions, call 723-7474.
Indiana Boater Education Class. It will be held Saturday, February 18th from 9 AM to 4 PM at the Jasper Moose Family Center. Pre-register by calling 789-9538. Presented by your Indiana Conservation Officers.
Marriage Enrichment event in February, the love month! Godly guidance for your marriage: finances, forgiveness, finding your personality temperament, and the five love languages. Saturday, February 18th from 10 AM to 4:30 PM at the Paoli United Methodist Church. $10 Per couple. Lunch served. Child care available. Pre-registration required. 797-3796. Prize drawing for couples with paid registration by February 13th. Hosted by volunteers from Orange County Center for Women's Ministries.
The next Orange County Tobacco Coalition meeting will be February 21st at 3:30 PM at the College Hill auditorium (renovated high school). Everyone is welcome.
Raptors of Indiana at the Paoli Public Library. Discover the world of raptors at the library on Tuesday, February 21st at 4 PM. Enjoy a close up look at a LIVE Red-tailed Hawk. See the tools this bird would use to hunt and survive in the wild. Hear a fascinating story of a bird in captivity. Everyone is welcome to join! This is a free program.
4-H Beef Identification and Weigh-In Scheduled. The 2012 4-H beef identification and weigh-in for Orange County 4-Her's will be held on Saturday, February 18th between 10 AM and 12 PM at the Orange County 4-H Fairgrounds in Paoli. All beef steers and commercial heifers will be weighed and ear tagged on that date. For more information on the 4-H beef identification and weigh-in day, please contact Mallory Dolan at the Orange County Purdue Extension office at 723-7107.
March 1st thru 15th
March Music Jam at Patoka Lake! Come to the Patoka Lake Visitor Center for a toe-tapping good time on March 3rd from Noon to 4 PM. Enjoy old time, bluegrass, country, gospel, and contemporary Christian music with local musicians "The Fraisers", Kirby Stailey, "Old Stuff" music group, and "Bob Gibson & Marian Mitchell Family & Friends".
The Hoosier Hillsides Master Gardeners will present the fifth annual Spring Tonic! It will be Saturday, March 3rd, beginning at 9 AM. There will be five speakers addressing the topics of interest to gardeners, including Kay Yatskievych, the author of "The Field Guide to Indiana Wildflowers." There will also be a variety of vendors selling their wares. Breakfast and lunch are included in the registration fee of $35 ($40 after February 17th). The event will be held at the Orange County Fairgrounds in Paoli at the community building. For more information, or to register, call 278-6794.
Seasonings for SOAR! 3rd Annual Chili Cook-off. Saturday March 10th from 4-7 PM at the American Legion Bingo Hall in Salem, IN. Mark your calendars for the tastiest event of the season. Gather a team and participate or gather your friends and family and come enjoy the many varieties of chili, sandwiches, and dessert. $5 for adults and $3 for children. Old fashioned cake walk and games for children. Prizes for best chili and best decorated booth. Contact Washington County SOAR! for details---812-896-1515
Ivan Parker in concert!!!! He will be in concert March 11th at the Hillview Christian Church, 2 miles west of Marengo on State Rd. 64. The concert begins at 6 PM with doors opening at 5 PM. This is a FREE concert and all churches are invited.
March 16th thru 31st
The McKameys in concert March 31st at the Crawford County 4H Fairgrounds, Concert begins at 6pm, opening music by Rodney Beasley & Sons. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door age 12 and up. Those under 12 are admitted free. Call Sharon Wilson for tickets at 1-888-755-2282 or Becky Watts at 812-739-2238The VFW Post in Paoli is having Bingo every Thursday at 7pm with early bird Bingo at 6:30pm. Smoke filters have been installed and the and the building is handicap-accessable.
IU Health Paoli Hospital is a permanent child seat inspection station. Is someone you love buckled in properly? Let IU Health Paoli Hospital help you. They offer FREE care seat checks. The purpose of these checks is to ensure your loved ones are properly buckled in by offering education by a cerified Child Passenger Safety Technician. Please call Deana Davis, RN, BSN, Health & Safety Educator @ 723-7571 or 936-2811 ext. 7571 to schedule an individual appointment.
Stronger Seniors-New Fitness Program! Co-Sponsored by: French Lick Senior Citizens, IU Health Paoli Hospital, and French Lick Springs Resort. Tuesdays and Fridays at 10 AM at the French Lick Senior Citizen Building. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. For more information, call Marilyn Fenton at 936-2533 or Erma Dillard at 936-4094.
Senior Adult Chair Exercise Program: Mondays & Wednesdays, 10 AM to Noon. Call Mary Mapes at 812-849-9999 or the church office at 812-865-3713. Free!!! Heart rate & blood pressure will be monitored. Daily weigh-in. Nutrition guidlines discussed.
Need help applying for public assistance or health insurance? IU Health Paoli now offers one on one assistance for individuals needing to apply for public assistance health care programs. A simple on-line process is available. You can call the Financial Caseworker at 812-723-7982 or 812-936-2811 ext. 7982. This office is located in the Paoli Medical Arts Building, 488 W. Hospital Road, Paoli. The following programs are available: *HIP: The HIP program covers individuals who are carefivers for dependant children, unisured for at least 6 months, do not have access to employee sponsored health coverage, and are income eligible. *Hoosier Healthwise: Indiana's health program for children, pregnant women, and low-income families. *Indiana Children's Special Health Care Services: This program provides supplemental medical coverage to help families of children who have serious, chronic medical conditions. *Medicaid Coverage for the Blind and Disabled. *Medicaid Assistance with Medicare Costs.
The Mercy Center in Orleans is going to be a place of refuge for the hopeless and hurting people of our community. Meals will be served on Wednesdays from 11am to 12:30pm. The Mercy Center will be for people to come to where they can be fed with physical food as well as spiritual food. They will also be able get a shower and rest or spend the night if they have no place to go. Delivery of meals will also be available. The Mercy Center is located at 686 south Maple Street, Orleans, To obtain a meal,, or to donate food or other items or be a volunteer, call the Mercy center at 865-2777 or 936-6227.
Winter clothing giveaway every Saturday from 10am to 12 noon at Freedom Bible Church. Call 936-2010
Vincennes University will provide Dental Assistant Training with Dental Radiographer Certification this Fall in Bedford, IN.
Instruction will include an introduction to the dental office, legal
aspects of dentistry and dental assisting,
Vincennes University Jasper Campus–Continuing Education will offer a Phlebotomy Technician program which prepares students to be a phlebotomist in a hospital, clinic and laboratory. Classes are available in Jasper and Bedford, Indiana .The primary responsibility of a phlebotomist is to obtain blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis.
Vincennes University Jasper Campus will offer Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training programs this Fall. The 105 hour program includes 30 classroom hours and 75 clinical hours. The curriculum provided at VUJC meets all required guidelines for nursing assistant training set forth by the Federal Government and the State of Indiana. Upon completion of the
course each student is eligible to sit for the Indiana State CNA competency examination. Call VU at 581-5909 for more information
A compelling exhibit of photographic portraits of children in need of adoptive families is currently on display at the Melton Public Library, 8496 West College St. in French Lick. An initiative of the Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS) known as the Heart Gallery, its mission is to raise awareness about the approximately 250 Hoosier children currently in foster care still in need of a forever home. Using the talents of professional photographers who volunteer their time, the individual spirit and true personality of each . On any given day, over 400,000 children in America live in foster care due to abuse and neglect. Every year, approximately 30,000 young people leave the foster care system without lifelong families—The Indiana Heart Gallery will be on display at the Melton Public Library now through August 19. Viewing Mondays and Fridays 10 am to 5 pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 am to 7 pm and Saturdays 10 am to 3 pm. The library is closed Wednesdays and Sundays.
According to Medicare, Orange County has the highest percentage of senior citizens who quality for heop to pay for prescriptions from Social Security, but are not signed up. They need to call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 and sign up, expecially if they have trouble paying for their prescriptions. If they don't quality, they may still be eligible for other programs. Call Hanna Swayer at 723-7474 for more information.
A Senior Adult Exercise program will be held on Monday and Wednesday from 10am to noon at Orleans First Baptist Church. Heart rate and blood pressure will be monitored, Call Mary at 849-9999 for more information.
Creekside Christian Church is a non-denominational Bible based church and newest church in Springs Valley. We invite the community to worship and serve Christ with us .. We are at 864 South Adams St. In French Lick. Call 936-7142 for more information.
The Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market, voted the #10 Most Loved Farmers Market in the Nation, is located on the west side of the beautiful historic
Congress Square Park in Orleans, Indiana, and takes place each Saturday from
8:00 a.m. until noon. Please support your local growers, bakers, artists
and handcrafters by shopping at the Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market.
Bring your friends and family! - Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market is a WIC and SNAP Friendly. Market. Spend your Farmers Market WIC Vouchers and SNAP EBT Benefits with us. See the Host Tent for details and to find out which of our vendors accept WIC and SNAP.
VALLEY FARMERS MARKET: The Orange County HomeGrown Valley Market is open on Tuesdays from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. (NEW HOURS) *located between the Indiana Railway Museum and the French Lick Springs over-flow parking lot just off of Highway 56. *
VACCINES BECOME MANDATORY REQUIREMENT FOR STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 6-12. Health officials are recommending that parents take precautions when it comes to their children getting meningitis, chicken pox, or the whooping cough, which is why schools are requiring all students entering grades six through 12 to get vaccinated against those diseases before resuming classes this fall If you have any questions about vaccinations, call your local health department. Orange Co. Health Dept. @ (812) 723-7112 or
(812) 723-7117. Crawford Co. (812) 338-2302 or (812) 338-2301.
Please join us for Sunday Morning Worship Service at the Patoka Lake Marina Deck Area overlooking the Marina 8:00am each Sunday morning Memorial Day through Labor Day Rain or shine. All are welcome to come worship with us as we enjoy the beauty of God's creation
CIEE is looking for host families to host international high school exchange students this fall 2010.¡¡ Share your country and your community with an exchange student.¡¡ For more information call 812-961-3562 or e-mail bloomingtonciee@gmail.com
The Southern Indiana Center for Indeplendent Living (SICIL) is sponsoring bingo on Monday mornings from 10am to 11:30am at the Older American building in Orleans.¡¡ Location is 1901 South Orleans Way.¡¡ Anyone in Orange County that has a disabilityor is a Senior citizen is more then welcome to attend.¡¡ There is no cost and prizes are awarded.¡¡ For more information call 800-845-6914
The American Legion Post 76 in French Lick wishes to invite everyone to Charity Game Night, "Texas Hold'em" poker night every Friday Night starting at 7pm. There is a semi-menu and drinks for your enjoyment. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Legion at 936-9394.
If you are a Veteran and wish to give back to the community, the American Legion has many events scheduled for this year, we can use your aid. If you are a Veteran and not a member, please stop by the Legion or contact one of the Elected Officers. .
The American Legion Post 76 French Lick wishes to invite everyone to attend Bingo on Monday Nights. The Assembly Hall doors open at 5pm and Bingo starts at 7pm. There is a non-smoking and smoking area. There is also a semi-menu along with drinks. Come out for a night of Bingo and enjoy the fun.
If you have any questions, please contact the American Legion at 936-9394.
Any Veteran that is not a member, we wish to invite you to talk with one of our Elected Officers.¡¡¡¡
What:¡¡¡¡ FREE Community Dinner
When:¡¡¡¡ EVERY TUESDAY evening serving from 5:30-7:00 pm
Where:¡¡ ¡¡Senior Citizens Community Building in French Lick
Who:¡¡ ¡¡Anyone and Everyone is invited, we would love for you to come and enjoy a home-cooked dinner with us!
Are you an honorably discharged veteran?¡¡ Are you in need of long term hospital help, but don't think there are any options for you?¡¡ If you answered yes to both questions, you are probably entitled to more benefits than you realize.¡¡ Forty-nine states and Puerto Rico currently have state run and funded facilities that provide various types of care at virtually no cost to you.¡¡ If you or someone you know is in search of assistance, but not sure on the qualifications, call toll free at 1-866-331-1944.¡¡ This message from the Disabled Veteran's Associations.¡¡¡¡¡¡
Plainview Church of Christ Clothing Giveaway will take place the first Wednesday of each month from 10 AM to noon. We are located east of Paoli¡¡ at the intersecion of Hwy 150 and Tater Road.¡¡¡¡¡¡
¡°Orange County Recycling Cooperative, Recycling at the Old Mill, 105 E Water St, Paoli Indiana, Saturdays 8:00am - noon , Mondays 2:00pm - 6:00pm,¡¡Please stop by at your convenience and make use of our drop off bins in the rear of the building. We take : All paper products (newspaper, cardboard, junk mail, magazines, office paper, shredded paper, brown bags, feed sacks) , Tin cans and other scrap metal , Aluminum cans , Plastic milk jugs, detergent bottles (#2), water and soda pop bottles (#1) , Plastic grocery bags, Stretch wrap , Foam peanuts (please bag separately) , Wearable Shoes , Used clothing (wearable) , Please call 812-635-0526 if the area is a mess - one stinker can ruin it for everbody. For special times and additional information contact John Maier by email or phone (812-635-0526).¡¡
American Legion Post 250 of Mitchell Bingo Every Tuesday. Earlybird games at 6:30pm¡¡and regular at 7PM Call 849-3727 for info.
New Church In Springs Valley
Pastor Claude Lagenour invites everyone to come and join¡¡them for worship in theirnew¡¡ Church located in the old Pentecostal Church of Zion in French Lick. Sunday school at 9:30am, worship at 10:30 and in home bible study ast 7pm on Fridays. Call 936-3703 For more information¡¡
FYI Orleans Town officials, in conjunction with Wolfe Contracting, has¡¡¡¡ established a Newspaper Recycling Center at the Orleans Town Garage area. The site is for newspapers ONLY. Other recyclables may be accepted later on, but the center is limited to newspapers only for the present. Papers may be dropped off in the bin being housed at the garage by entering the north gate just off Monroe Street and exiting the front gate on Franklin Street anytime from 7 a.m. to 3:30 a.m. daily M-F. For more info contact Orleans Town Offices at 865-2539.
BHOC wants to help protect kids from their number one killer¡¡¡.. Unintentional injuries. Eighty percent of child safety seats are misused in Indiana. Are the ones you love buckled in properly? Let Bloomington Hospital of Orange County help you. We offer FREE car seat checks. The purpose of these checks is to ensure your loved ones are properly buckled in by offering education and training to parents and caregivers. The training is performed by a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician. Please call Deana Davis @ 723-7571 to schedule an individual appointment. Don¡¯t let your loved one be a statistic. .
Southern Indiana Center for Independent Living is sponsoring ¡°Bingo¡± on Mondays from 10am to 11:30am at the Older American facility in Orleans. Anyone with a disability or senior from Orange Co is welcome. Call 800-845-6914 for more info.
The public is invited to services at the Sulphur Creek Church near French Lick., with pastor Jack Brock. Services are Sunday School at 9:30am, worship at 10:30am and currently no Sunday evening services. Pastor Jack also serves at the Orange County Jail on Sunday and Tuesday evenings; his number is 723-3830.
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