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* Join us for a free Patoka Lake Plant ID Walk on Saturday, August 22nd, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. along a portion of the Patoka Lake Bike Trail. Patoka Lake Wildlife Specialist Brian Finch and SWCD Invasive Specialist Emily Finch will help you identify native forest and edge plants that benefit wildlife, while also teaching about invasive species that threaten our natural areas. The walk is easy, mostly on paved and gravel surfaces, and will be held rain or shine unless severe weather occurs. Admission is free with a state park pass or daily entrance fee. Meet at the Bike Trail parking lot just south of County Road 1060 South. RSVPs are appreciated, but not required. For more information or to RSVP, call or text 812-329-0048. Come discover the natural beauty of Patoka Lake!
* You're invited to Holy Ghost Revival at the Holiday Drive-In Theatre in Mitchell on Saturday, August 22nd, beginning at 5:00 p.m. Come enjoy an evening of uplifting gospel music, old-fashioned preaching, and Christian fellowship in a unique drive-in setting. Hear messages from Bob England and Jimmy Johnson, with music by the Crossroads Band and Tim Goshen and The Believers. Admission is free, with free parking, free bottled water, and free popsicles. Listen from your car over FM or bring a lawn chair. Concessions will be available for purchase. The Holiday Drive-In is located at 1055 State Road 37 in Mitchell. Everyone is welcome!
* Calling all high school students interested in healthcare! Deaconess Memorial Medical Center invites freshmen through seniors to Dive Into Nursing 2026 on Thursday, August 27th, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Eastern, at 800 West 9th Street in Jasper. Registration begins at 5:30. Explore what nurses do every day through hands-on activities, meet experienced nurses, tour nursing units, and learn about nursing programs, career pathways, and scholarship opportunities. Plus, enjoy free JB's Barnyard Ice Cream, giveaways, and a family-friendly atmosphere. Families are encouraged to attend. To learn more or register, visit careers.deaconess.com, click "Connect With Us," then "Events." Discover if nursing is the career for you!
* The annual Highland Chapel Cemetery meeting will be held Thursday, August 27th, at 6:30 P.M. at Highland Chapel Church in West Baden.Anyone interested in the care and upkeep of Highland Chapel Cemetery is invited to attend.Donations to the cemetery fund may be made at the meeting or mailed anytime to:
Highland Chapel Cemetery Fund
Care of Vonda Albright
11097 Country Pines Road
Shoals, Indiana 47581.
Again, the Highland Chapel Cemetery meeting is Thursday, August 27th, at 6:30 P.M. at Highland Chapel Church in West Baden
* The Indiana Department of Environmental Management is offering free well water testing through its 2026 Groundwater Monitoring Network. If you rely on a private well, you may qualify to have your water tested at no cost. Officials say the program helps homeowners better understand their drinking water, while also improving groundwater data across the state. To learn more or apply, visit idem.IN.gov That’s idem.IN.gov
* The Orleans Town Crew will collect yard waste, grass clippings, small twigs, garden waste, shrubbery trimmings, which is placed at curb provided they are marked container of sorts that does not weigh more than 50 pounds. Small tree limbs, branches will be collected at curbside if they are reasonably stacked with the base pointing toward the street and only if they have been cut into four-foot lengths and not larger than 3 “ in diameter. Larger tree limbs, tree stumps and tree trunks will NOT be collected by the street employees. Residents may take those type of items to the town lake area and placed on the brush pile located there by accessing a key at the town office. Limbs and yard debris may be dropped off at the town lake. NO treated or painted lumber allowed. The Town Superintendent will have the final say on what is allowed to be collected. For more information or to schedule a pick-up residents may contact the Orleans Town Offices during regular business hours M-F 812 865 2539; or via email: orleanstownhall@townoforleans.org
* Stop The Bleed. In emergency situations, the help given by an immediate responder can often make the difference between life and death, even before professional rescuers arrive. Deaconess Memorial Medical Center’s Ambulance and Trauma Services is offering “Stop The Bleed®”. This informational program focuses on the immediate response to bleeding, recognizing life-threatening bleeding, and appropriate ways to stop the bleeding. For more information and scheduling contact Sarah.Schneider2@deaconess.com
* Change the Life You Live: Diabetes Program. Diabetes touches almost every part of your life. It’s a serious, lifelong condition, but there’s a lot you can do to protect your health. Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center is offering, “Change the Life you Live: Diabetes.” These classes offer the opportunity to achieve optimal health while living with diabetes. The classes are facilitated by Certified Diabetes Educators who teach participants how to control their diabetes using medication, self-monitoring, nutrition, and physical activity. A variety of classes are offered beginning with Diabetes Pathways, which is a baseline class for those newly diagnosed with diabetes. Following the completion of Diabetes Pathways, additional classes are offered for a more personalized curriculum. Participants are encouraged to bring a family member or friend. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, call 812-996-0521.
* “Wednesday Weight Checks for Baby”. Deaconess Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center’s lactation consultants are offering free walk-in, infant weight checks on Wednesdays except the 1st Wednesday of the month from 9-11 a.m. Weight checks will be held in the First Level Conference Room. Enter the main entrance of the hospital and stop at the information desk. Signs will be posted directing you to the appropriate location (across from outpatient lab). Lactation consults will also be available by appointment if needed. Call 812-996-0383
* Free HIV and Hepatitis C testing every Monday from 1PM-4PM at IU Health, Paoli Hospital, in the Professional Building No Appt. recquired, more information call 723-7573
September 1st - September 15th
* Are you homeschooling or thinking about getting started? The Orleans Public Library invites you to the launch of Homeschool Connections, a new monthly gathering designed to support and encourage homeschooling families. Whether you're just beginning your homeschool journey or have years of experience, you'll find helpful resources, great conversations, and a welcoming community. The first meeting is Tuesday, September 1st at 1:00 p.m. at the Orleans Public Library. Registration is required, so call 812-865-3270 or stop by the library's front desk to sign up. Homeschool Connections is presented in collaboration with the Orleans Public Library and Purdue Extension–Orange County. Join us September 1st!
* Friday Sept 4 th 6PM-9PM, as part of the Paoli Fall Festival, Gospel Night, Paoli First Baptist Praise Team 6PM, Paoli UPC Sign Team 6:30PM, Shar'in Grace 7PM, By Faith Gospel Quartet 7:30PM, Breeding Sisters 8PM and Kirby Stailey 8:30PM
* Annual Paoli Festival Car Show.
The Paoli Chamber of Commerce invites you to the 2026 Fall Festival Car Show on Saturday, September 5th at Jay-Cee Park in Paoli. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m., with awards presented at 3 p.m. Whether you have a classic car, street rod, truck, Jeep, motorcycle, Corvette, military vehicle, or anything on wheels, there's a class for you. Entry is just $20, with additional categories only $5 each. Hosted by The Rowlett Group–Williams Carpenter Realtors, this exciting event is part of the Paoli Fall Festival. Shine up your ride, enjoy a great day with fellow car enthusiasts, and compete for Best of Show and People's Choice honors.
* Looking for a bargain, or maybe you have a few treasures of your own to sell? The Paoli Senior Center is sponsoring a yard sale Friday and Saturday, September 11th and 12th, from 8 A.M. until 2 P.M. each day. Individuals who would like to participate can reserve a table for just ten dollars. For more information or to reserve your table, call the Paoli Senior Center at 812-723-3307.That’s the Paoli Senior Center Yard Sale, September 11th and 12th, from 8 A.M. to 2 P.M.
* September is Sepsis Awareness Month, and you’re invited to come Together for Treven. The Third Annual Together for Treven Memorial 5K is Saturday, September 12th, in French Lick. Registration begins at 7 a.m., with the 5K starting at 8 a.m. at the French Lick Blue Lot, 8594 West State Road 56. Registration is 30.00 in advance or 35.00 the day of the race. For more information, contact Holly Ball at 812-797-8327. Join us for the Together for Treven Memorial 5K — honoring Treven, supporting families, and saving lives through sepsis awareness.
* Eastview Baptist Church in Paoli invites you to the 6th Annual Bring It Back to God, Saturday, September 12th, beginning at 1 p.m. Come enjoy a free outdoor music revival, free concert, and free food as friends and neighbors gather for an afternoon of faith, fellowship, and uplifting music. The day will feature the Eastview Baptist Praise Team, Nottingham 4, Warriors for Christ, Aiden, Open Heart, Shar’in Grace, By Faith, and more. Clarence Brown will serve as M.C., with special speaker Pastor James Radford. Bring your lawn chair or blanket, invite your family and friends, and join the celebration. Handicapped parking will be available. It’s the 6th Annual Bring It Back to God, September 12th at 1 p.m. at Eastview Baptist Church, 969 East State Road 56 in Paoli.
* The Indiana Department of Environmental Management is offering free well water testing through its 2026 Groundwater Monitoring Network. If you rely on a private well, you may qualify to have your water tested at no cost. Officials say the program helps homeowners better understand their drinking water, while also improving groundwater data across the state. To learn more or apply, visit idem.IN.gov That’s idem.IN.gov
* The Orleans Town Crew will collect yard waste, grass clippings, small twigs, garden waste, shrubbery trimmings, which is placed at curb provided they are marked container of sorts that does not weigh more than 50 pounds. Small tree limbs, branches will be collected at curbside if they are reasonably stacked with the base pointing toward the street and only if they have been cut into four-foot lengths and not larger than 3 “ in diameter. Larger tree limbs, tree stumps and tree trunks will NOT be collected by the street employees. Residents may take those type of items to the town lake area and placed on the brush pile located there by accessing a key at the town office. Limbs and yard debris may be dropped off at the town lake. NO treated or painted lumber allowed. The Town Superintendent will have the final say on what is allowed to be collected. For more information or to schedule a pick-up residents may contact the Orleans Town Offices during regular business hours M-F 812 865 2539; or via email: orleanstownhall@townoforleans.org
* Stop The Bleed. In emergency situations, the help given by an immediate responder can often make the difference between life and death, even before professional rescuers arrive. Deaconess Memorial Medical Center’s Ambulance and Trauma Services is offering “Stop The Bleed®”. This informational program focuses on the immediate response to bleeding, recognizing life-threatening bleeding, and appropriate ways to stop the bleeding. For more information and scheduling contact Sarah.Schneider2@deaconess.com
* Change the Life You Live: Diabetes Program. Diabetes touches almost every part of your life. It’s a serious, lifelong condition, but there’s a lot you can do to protect your health. Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center is offering, “Change the Life you Live: Diabetes.” These classes offer the opportunity to achieve optimal health while living with diabetes. The classes are facilitated by Certified Diabetes Educators who teach participants how to control their diabetes using medication, self-monitoring, nutrition, and physical activity. A variety of classes are offered beginning with Diabetes Pathways, which is a baseline class for those newly diagnosed with diabetes. Following the completion of Diabetes Pathways, additional classes are offered for a more personalized curriculum. Participants are encouraged to bring a family member or friend. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, call 812-996-0521.
* “Wednesday Weight Checks for Baby”. Deaconess Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center’s lactation consultants are offering free walk-in, infant weight checks on Wednesdays except the 1st Wednesday of the month from 9-11 a.m. Weight checks will be held in the First Level Conference Room. Enter the main entrance of the hospital and stop at the information desk. Signs will be posted directing you to the appropriate location (across from outpatient lab). Lactation consults will also be available by appointment if needed. Call 812-996-0383
* Free HIV and Hepatitis C testing every Monday from 1PM-4PM at IU Health, Paoli Hospital, in the Professional Building No Appt. recquired, more information call 723-7573
September 16th - September 31st
* Help keep Patoka Lake beautiful by joining the annual Patoka Lake Watershed Clean Up Day on Saturday, September 26th, as part of National Public Lands Day. Registration begins at 8 a.m. at the Patoka Lake Corps of Engineers Office on North Cuzco Road in Dubois. Volunteers will receive cleanup supplies and be assigned areas to collect trash and recyclables. Everyone is invited back at 11 a.m. for a free fish fry, door prizes, and goodie bags. Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and long pants. Since 2008, more than 2,000 volunteers have helped remove nearly 25 tons of litter from the Patoka Lake watershed. Join the effort and help keep this natural treasure clean for generations to come.
* The Indiana Department of Environmental Management is offering free well water testing through its 2026 Groundwater Monitoring Network. If you rely on a private well, you may qualify to have your water tested at no cost. Officials say the program helps homeowners better understand their drinking water, while also improving groundwater data across the state. To learn more or apply, visit idem.IN.gov That’s idem.IN.gov
* The Orleans Town Crew will collect yard waste, grass clippings, small twigs, garden waste, shrubbery trimmings, which is placed at curb provided they are marked container of sorts that does not weigh more than 50 pounds. Small tree limbs, branches will be collected at curbside if they are reasonably stacked with the base pointing toward the street and only if they have been cut into four-foot lengths and not larger than 3 “ in diameter. Larger tree limbs, tree stumps and tree trunks will NOT be collected by the street employees. Residents may take those type of items to the town lake area and placed on the brush pile located there by accessing a key at the town office. Limbs and yard debris may be dropped off at the town lake. NO treated or painted lumber allowed. The Town Superintendent will have the final say on what is allowed to be collected. For more information or to schedule a pick-up residents may contact the Orleans Town Offices during regular business hours M-F 812 865 2539; or via email: orleanstownhall@townoforleans.org
* Stop The Bleed. In emergency situations, the help given by an immediate responder can often make the difference between life and death, even before professional rescuers arrive. Deaconess Memorial Medical Center’s Ambulance and Trauma Services is offering “Stop The Bleed®”. This informational program focuses on the immediate response to bleeding, recognizing life-threatening bleeding, and appropriate ways to stop the bleeding. For more information and scheduling contact Sarah.Schneider2@deaconess.com
* Change the Life You Live: Diabetes Program. Diabetes touches almost every part of your life. It’s a serious, lifelong condition, but there’s a lot you can do to protect your health. Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center is offering, “Change the Life you Live: Diabetes.” These classes offer the opportunity to achieve optimal health while living with diabetes. The classes are facilitated by Certified Diabetes Educators who teach participants how to control their diabetes using medication, self-monitoring, nutrition, and physical activity. A variety of classes are offered beginning with Diabetes Pathways, which is a baseline class for those newly diagnosed with diabetes. Following the completion of Diabetes Pathways, additional classes are offered for a more personalized curriculum. Participants are encouraged to bring a family member or friend. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, call 812-996-0521.
* “Wednesday Weight Checks for Baby”. Deaconess Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center’s lactation consultants are offering free walk-in, infant weight checks on Wednesdays except the 1st Wednesday of the month from 9-11 a.m. Weight checks will be held in the First Level Conference Room. Enter the main entrance of the hospital and stop at the information desk. Signs will be posted directing you to the appropriate location (across from outpatient lab). Lactation consults will also be available by appointment if needed. Call 812-996-0383
* Free HIV and Hepatitis C testing every Monday from 1PM-4PM at IU Health, Paoli Hospital, in the Professional Building No Appt. recquired, more information call 723-7573
October 1st - October 15th
* Hope in Bloom — a Breast Cancer Awareness Event — is coming to Paoli High School on Saturday, October 3rd, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring the whole family for a special day devoted to education, encouragement, and community as we come together to help prevent breast cancer and honor survivors. Hope in Bloom will also feature fun activities for children, making it a meaningful day for all ages. Organizers are asking everyone planning to attend to register in advance to help them prepare for an amazing day. That’s Hope in Bloom, Saturday, October 3rd, from 10 until 2 at Paoli High School. Come learn, encourage, celebrate survivors, and help spread hope throughout our community.
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