Today
Clark County, Ill.
n Casey Softball Hall and Honor Museum 33rd annual induction ceremony, 1:30 p.m. during the Casey Popcorn Festival, Fairview Park, Casey, Ill.
Parke County
n Montezuma Park Board meets, 4 p.m., Montezuma firehouse.
Putnam County
n Herb festival, featuring garden tour, drum circle, creating herb wreath and more, $5 for children, free for ages 10 and under, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Hobbit Gardens Erth Gatherings Center, 6213 E. County Road 300 North, Fillmore, Ind., (765) 246-6315.
Vermillion County
n Little Italy Festival, today and Monday, featuring music, dancing, grape stomping, winery museum, food, arts and crafts, car show and more, Clinton, visit www.littleitalyfestival.org for more details.
Monday
Clay County
n Fund-raising breakfast, 7 to 10 a.m., and lunch, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., through Friday, Cunot Community Center, Poland, (765) 795-3461.
n Clay County Genealogical Library open 1 to 4 p.m. today, Wednesday and Saturday, Center Point.
Crawford County, Ill.
n Free math, english, science and history tutoring, secondary school students only, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m., Learning Skills Center, Lincoln Trail College, Robinson, Ill., (618) 544-8657, ext. 1136.
Vigo County
n Disabled American Veterans van transport to Indianapolis VA Hospital, leaves 6 a.m., from Denny’s Restaurant, 233 S. Third St.; call Veteran’s Assistance Center, Vigo County Annex, (812) 462-3261.
n Disabled American Veteran van transport to Danville, Ill., medical facility, leaves promptly at 8 a.m. from Denny’s Restaurant, 233 S. Third St.; call Veteran’s Assistance Center, Vigo County Annex, (812) 462-3261.
n Labor Day festivities, parade beginning on Wabash Avenue and 10th Street followed by free ham and bean picnic at Fairbanks Park, picnic includes live music, guest speakers and door prizes; Labor Day Banquet meet and greet begins 6 p.m. with dinner served at 7, Chestnut Hall, Holiday Inn, 3300 S. U.S. Highway 41, (812) 235-9559.
n Free Vigo County School Corp. adult GED classes daily through Friday, times vary, Chauncey Rose Adult Education Center, 1275 Third Ave., (812) 462-4479 or 462-4070.
n Pets Alive Spay/Neuter League, registration, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 1403 Chestnut.
n Free blood pressure, blood glucose screenings, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Minority Health Coalition Inc., 1101 S. 13th St., (812) 234-8713.
n Vigo County C.A.R.E. Council, noon, First Congregational Church, 630 Ohio Boulevard. Visit www.carecouncilin.org
n English as a Second Language classes, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., mobile unit, Chauncey Rose Center, 1275 Third Ave., (812) 462-4070.
Tuesday
Clark County, Ill.
n English as a Second Language, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Marshall Public Library, 612 Archer Ave., Marshall, Ill., (217) 826-2535.
Crawford County, Ill.
n Free math, english, science and history tutoring, secondary school students only, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m., Learning Skills Center, Lincoln Trail College, Robinson, Ill., (618) 544-8657, ext. 1136.
Parke County
n Games for kids, bring friends and play games, 3:30 to 5 p.m., Rockville Public Library, 106 N. Market St. Staff instruction available, (765) 569-5544.
Vigo County
n Torner Community Center, ceramics, 9:30 a.m., and pottery, 6 p.m., Deming Park, (812) 232-0147.
n Check presentation of $5000, by Bethesda Gardens at the Crossings, to aid the “Senior Care Project,” 10 a.m., the Will Center, 4312 S. Seventh St.
n SHIP Assistance, Senior Health Insurance Information Program, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Union Hospital Lobby. To make appointment call (812) 238-7000, ext. 5325.
n League for Animal Welfare Inc., fundraising flea market, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 1627 Poplar St.
n Farmer’s Market featuring local produce including fruits and vegetables, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., today-Saturday, 101/2 and Poplar streets.
n Calvary Full Gospel Church, free soup kitchen, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 8944 Wabash Ave.
n St. Ann’s Clinic, medical treatment for people at poverty level with no insurance, 1 to 4 p.m., 1436 Locust St. No appointment necessary.
n LASIK Vision Correction free presentation, 6 to 7 p.m., AP&S; Clinic, 422 Poplar St., (812) 242-3937.
n Community Bible Study presented by Celestial Christian Church, praise and worship and prayer, 6:30 p.m. with bible study at 7, Vigo County Public Library, Seventh and Poplar streets, visit www.celestialchristianchurch.org or call (812) 917-4410.
n English as a Second Language classes, 6 to 8:30 p.m., South Vigo High School, 3737 S. Seventh St., room 157, (812) 462-4070.
n Euchre, 7:30 p.m., Riley American Legion Post 328, Riley.
Wednesday
Clark County, Ill.
n Board of Trustees, 6 p.m., Marshall Public Library, 612 Archer Ave., Marshall, Ill., (217) 826-2535.
Crawford County
n Free math, english, science and history tutoring, secondary school students only, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m., Learning Skills Center, Lincoln Trail College, Robinson, Ill., (618) 544-8657, ext. 1136.
Vermillion County
n Clinton Redevelopment Commission meets, 5:30 p.m., Clinton City Council Chambers.
Vigo County
n Disabled American Veterans van transport to Indianapolis VA Hospital, leaves 6 a.m., from Denny’s Restaurant, 233 S. Third St.; call Veteran’s Assistance Center, Vigo County Annex, (812) 462-3261.
n Disabled American Veteran van transport to Danville, Ill., medical facility, leaves promptly at 8 a.m. from Denny’s Restaurant, 233 S. Third St.; call Veteran’s Assistance Center, Vigo County Annex, (812) 462-3261.
n Angel Food Ministries order date, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Faith Outreach Family Church, 3001 Wallace Ave., (812) 232-4454.
n SHIP Assistance, Senior Health Insurance Information Program, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Union Hospital Lobby. To make appointment call (812) 238-7000, ext. 5325.
n 2009 Volunteer Fair, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dede Plaza, around the fountain, Indiana State University, (812) 237-2334.
n English as a Second Language classes, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., mobile unit, Chauncey Rose Center, 1275 Third Ave., (812) 462-4070.
n St. Ann’s Clinic, medical treatment for people at poverty level with no insurance, 1 to 4 p.m., 1436 Locust St. No appointment necessary.
n Weekly Wednesday Farm Market, 3 to 6 p.m., Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, visit www.white
violet.org or call (812) 535-2933.
n Terre Haute Parks and Recreation Board meets, 4:30 p.m. Toner Community Center, Deming Park.
Thursday
Clark County, Ill.
n Deuces Wild Duathlon, two mile run, 20 mile bike, two mile run, in the morning, Mill Creek Park, Marshall, Ill., (217) 826-5422.
n Introduction to internet, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Marshall Public Library, 612 Archer Ave., Marshall, Ill. (217) 826-2535.
n Antique Extravaganza, 7 p.m., Clark County Extension Building, 15493 N. State Highway 1, Marshall, Ill., (217) 826-5422.
Crawford County, Ill.
n Free math, english, science and history tutoring, secondary school students only, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m., Learning Skills Center, Lincoln Trail College, Robinson, Ill., (618) 544-8657, ext. 1136.
Parke County
n Parke County Council meets, 9 a.m., Parke County Emergency Operations Center, 110 E. High St. Rockville, (765) 569-3422.
n Games for adults, bring friends and play games, 1 to 3 p.m., Rockville Public Library, 106 N. Market St. Rockville. Staff instruction available, (765) 569-5544.
Vermillion County
n Vermillion County Area Plan Commission and the Board of Zoning Appeals meet, 7:30 p.m., Commissioners’ Courtroom, second floor, Vermillion County Courthouse, Newport.
Vigo County
n Disabled American Veterans van transport to Indianapolis VA Hospital, leaves 6 a.m., from Denny’s Restaurant, 233 S. Third St.; call Veteran’s Assistance Center, Vigo County Annex, (812) 462-3261.
n SHIP Assistance, Senior Health Insurance Information Program, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Union Hospital Lobby. To make appointment call (812) 238-7000, ext. 5325.
n Free blood pressure, blood glucose screenings, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Minority Health Coalition Inc., 1101 S. 13th St., (812) 234-8713.
n Book Cart Sale, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Vigo County Public Library, Seventh and Poplar streets, (812) 232-1113.
n Young People’s Author Accolade, featuring author, James C. Wallace, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Vigo County Public Library, Seventh and Poplar streets, (812) 232-2111.
n HOPE registration, free spay and neuter program for Terre Haute and Vigo County residents, must bring picture ID, proof of current residency, and proof of government assistance, 11:30 to 2:30 p.m., Salvation Army, 234 S. Eighth St.; call ahead for eligibility, (812) 243-7179.
n Alpha introduction evening, “Exploring the Meaning of Life,” 6 p.m., World Gospel Church, 900 Gardendale Road, (812) 877-2075.
n Indiana Farm Bureau District 7 fall meeting, registration begins 6 p.m. with the meal, 6:30 p.m., Maryland Community Church, 4700 S. State Road 46.
n English as a Second Language classes, 6 to 8:30 p.m., South Vigo High School, 3737 S. Seventh St., room 157, (812) 462-4070.
Friday
Clark County, Ill.
n Dine with a Doc, featuring Dr. David Blemker, M.D., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Harlan Hall, 603 Locust St. Marshall, Ill., (217) 826-2498.
Greene County
n Program20/20 Night, ages 13 to 19, no admission fee, 6 to 9 p.m., Jasonville Assembly of God, 339 W. Main St., Jasonville, (812) 798-7122.
Parke County
n Storytime, ages 0 to 5, 10 to 10 :30 a.m., Rockville Public Library, 106 N. Market St., (765) 569-5544.n Movie Night, presented by the Park Board, Aztec Park, Montezuma.
Sullivan County
n Seafood festival, Old Soldiers reunion, featuring flea market, craft booths, bean dinner and more, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Main St., take State Road 48, Hymera.
Vermillion County
n Fish dinner, 4:30 to 8:30 p.m., Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6653, 339 N. Ninth St., Clinton. Carry-out available.
Vigo County
n Rise and Shine with a Doc, featuring Dr. Muriel Drake Ryan, PhD, 8 to 10 a.m., Wabash Senior Activity Center, 300 S. Fifth St., (812) 232-3245.
n Angel Food Ministries order date, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Faith Outreach Family Church, 3001 Wallace Ave., (812) 232-4454.
n League for Animal Welfare Inc., fundraising flea market, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 1627 Poplar St.
n Blues at the Crossroads, 11 a.m. with music beginning 6 p.m., downtown, Seventh and Wabash Streets, visit www.verveat1677@aol.com or call (812) 239-3078.
n English as a Second Language classes, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., mobile unit, Chauncey Rose Center, 1275 Third Ave., (812) 462-4070.
n Substance Abuse in the Wabash Valley, seminar, 2 to 3 p.m., Landsbaum Center for Health Education, 1433 N. 6-1/2 St., register by calling (812) 238-7788.
n Memory Festival and Camp for a Cure, featuring live music, antique car show, food and drinks, raffles, Zumba and more, 4:30 to midnight, Royal Oaks Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, 3500 Maple Ave., (812) 238-1555.
n Singles Mix and Mingle, for singles 50 plus, 6 to 8 p.m., Holiday Inn, 3300 U.S. Highway 41 South, (812) 232-3245.
n Country Western Dance, 8 to 11:30 p.m., Wabash Senior Activity Center, 300 S. Fifth St., (812) 232-3245.
Saturday
Clark County, Ill.
n Operation Medicine Cabinet, substance abuse prevention program, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., American Legion parking lot, 302 S. Eighth St. Marshall, Ill., visit www.camacoalition.org for more information.
n Saturday storytime, 10:30 a.m., Marshall Public Library, 612 Archer Ave., Marshall, Ill., (217) 826-2535.
n 4-H Barbeque, $7 at the door, $3.50 ages 1 to 7, 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Martinsville Township Community Center and Firehouse, (217) 826-5422.
Edgar County, Ill.
n Operation Medicine Cabinet, substance abuse prevention program, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Paris Community Hospital parking lot, 721 E. Court St., Paris, Ill., visit www.camacoalition.org for more information.
Parke County
n Farmer’s Market, featuring vendors with produce, crafts flowers and more, 8:30 a.m. to noon, behind library, 106 N. Market St. Rockville.
n Mansfield Cornbread Festival and Outdoor Sportsman Show, featuring gun and knife show, food, flea market and more, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mansfield Village, visit www.mansfieldvillage.com for more information.
n Gardening event, featuring guest speakers, Pat Sollars, Gloria Young and Todd Stevenson, also featuring food, drinks, door prizes, children activities and local exhibits, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Parke County Fairgrounds, Community Building, Rockville, (765) 569-2303.
n Milling Days craft demonstration and Fiber Art Fair, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., downtown Bridgeton, (765) 548-2136.
Putnam County
n Fall festival and mum sale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Putnam County Museum, 1105 N. Jackson St., Greencastle, (765) 653-8419.
Sullivan County
n Hymera Seafood Festival, featuring parade, live music, games and contests and more, begins 9 a.m., Main St., take State Road 48.
Vigo County
n 2009 Yard Olympics, featuring the following games, cornhole, lawn jarts, bocce ball, horseshoes, croquet, disc golf and more, $5 per person, $3 ages 12 and under, Indiana State University Wolfe Field, (812) 234-5668.
n Downtown Farmers Market, fresh fruits and vegetables, organic meats and eggs, live plants and herbs, alpaca fleece, 8 a.m. to noon, Clabber Girl parking lot, Ninth and Cherry streets.
n Wabash Valley Bee Association meets, 9 a.m. to noon, 13239 S. Sullivan Place, (812) 898-1385.
n Friends Book Sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Vigo County Public Library, Seventh and Poplar streets, (812) 232-1113.
n Eagle Riders ride to help prevent breast cancer, $10 per bike, $15 per couple, registration begins 10 a.m., Fraternal Order of Eagles, 823 Poplar St., (812) 238-7534.
n Creative Art Fun, ages 3 to 12, 10 a.m. to noon, Vigo County Public Library, Seventh and Poplar streets, (812) 232-1113.
n Car seat check-up, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Toys R Us, 50 W. Honey Creek Parkway, (812) 234-2197.
n Blues at the Crossroads, 11 a.m. with music beginning 6 p.m., downtown, Seventh and Wabash streets, visit www.verveat1677@aol.com or call (812) 239-3078.
n Archaeological artifact identification, noon to 2 p.m., Native American Museum, Dobbs Park.
n Kid’s art class, noon to 2 p.m., Torner Center, Deming Park, (812) 232-0147.
n Free family carnival featuring games, food and dunking booth and mini yard sale, 1 to 4 p.m., Wabash Senior Activity Center, 300 S. Fifth St., (812) 232-3245.
Sept. 13
Parke County
n Mansfield Cornbread Festival and Outdoor Sportsman Show, featuring gun and knife show, food, flea market and more, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mansfield Village, visit www.mansfieldvillage.com for more information.
Sullivan County
n Toys For Tots 4 Wheel Run, $10 for driver, $5 for riders, registration begins 10 a.m. with ride at 11:30 a.m., Blondies Inn, State Road 48, Hymera, (812) 798-5233.
Vigo County
n Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra concert, Fairbanks Park.
n Wabash Valley Hall of Fame picnic, featuring live music, car show, poker run and food, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., VFW picnic grounds, one mile south of Riley, State Road 159, (812) 232-4095 or (812) 243-9839.
n Wee Bit O’ Ireland free concert featuring the Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra Chamber Ensemble, 4 p.m. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 215 N. Seventh St.
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• 42nd annual Cory Apple Festival, through Sunday, featuring community worship service 9 a.m.;
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• Euchre tournament, $5, 1 p.m., Club Soda, 609 S. Fourth St. -
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• Spruce Up Marshall, downtown beautification project, presented by Marshall Main Street and Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce, 1 p.m., courthouse gazebo, Marshall, Ill.
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• Saddle Up for St. Jude, benefit trail ride for St. Jude Children’s Hospital, with wiener roast following, guests are asked to bring covered dish to share, 3 p.m., Roy Maurer Farm, northwest of Marshall, Ill., (217) 826-5422.
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Crawford County, Ill.
• Homecoming Gospel Choir concert, free event, 6 p.m., Lincoln Trail College auditorium, Robinson, Ill., (618) 245-9133. -
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Clark County, Ill.
• Westfield Homecoming Festival, featuring pancake and sausage breakfast, 6 a.m.; parade, 10 a.m.; quilt show, noon, and more, Westfield, Ill., (217) 246-2666. -
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• White elephant-item auction and bake sale benefit for Palestine fire chief, presented by Palestine Eagles Auxillary 3329, 3 p.m., Eagle Aerie on East Franklin Street, Palestine, Ill.
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• National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association Midwest Black Powder Rendezvous, black powder competitions, living history encampment, continues through Wednesday, Fort LaMotte, Palestine, Ill.
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Clark County, Ill.
Traveling exhibit featuring reproduction artifacts from the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, on display at Marshall Public Library, 612 Archer Ave., Marshall, Ill., (217) 826-2535. -
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Clark County, Ill.
Guitar Hero Tournament, 5 p.m., Fisherman’s Table Concession stand, Mill Creek Park, 7 miles northwest of Marshall, Ill., on Clarksville Road (Lincoln Heritage Trail); call (217) 889-3901 or 889-3601. -
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Parke County
Bird feeding, 10 a.m., star show at the planetarium, 2 p.m., Turkey Run Nature Center, 1821 E. Park Road, Marshall, Ind.; call (765) 597- 2654. -
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National Salvation Army Week concludes with morning worship service, 11 a.m., outside on the lawn, 234 S. Eighth St.
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Crawford County, Ill.
First Invasion: War of 1812, free movie, 7 p.m., Eagle Theater, Robinson, Ill., (618) 586-2334.
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Forty Hours Devotion, 11 a.m. through 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Church of the Immaculate Conception, St. Mary-of-the-Woods. - Valley Datebook: Jan. 24, 2010 Bird feeding program, 10 a.m.; Eagle viewing DVD; planetarium star show, 2 p.m., Turkey Run State Park, 8121 E. Park Road, Marshall, Ind., (765) 597-2654.
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Vigo County
Food drive through Nov. 21, donors will receive a 10 percent discount on next purchase, Dean’s Party Mania, 3435 S. Third Place, behind Honey Creek Mall, (812) 232-3412. -
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Parke County
Montezuma Park Board meets, 4 p.m., Montezuma firehouse. - Valley Datebook: Oct. 25, 2009 Fright Night rides, includes scary stops at a haunted covered bridge, cemetery, and visits from monsters, witches and more, $5, 7 to 8:45 p.m., Billie Creek Village, (765) 562-2206.
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Owen County
Preservations home tour, tickets available 1 to 4 p.m., Cornerstone Hall, North Washington Street, with homes open until 5 p.m., (812) 876-6017. - Valley Datebook: Oct. 11, 2009 Covered Bridge Festival activities, antique tractor and engine show, coon holler kids, 1 p.m.; gospel sing, 2 p.m.; canal tours, hog roast and bean dinner, Montezuma, (765) 592-0829.
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Cory Apple Festival, featuring parade, 3 p.m. and more, located east of Terre Haute south on State Road 46, (812) 864-2229. -
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Clark County, Ill.
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Clay County
Christian Cavaliers will minister in song, 6 p.m. at the Coalmont Church of God. - Valley datebook: June 28, 2009
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Quilt show, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., REIN Center Community Library, 700 Main St., Clay City.
Parke County - Valley Datebook: June 7, 2009 • Gas powered motors meeting, to discuss allowing gas powered boat motors on the park’s Lake Kickapoo, 2 p.m., Tulip Shelter, Shakamak State Park, 6265 W. SR 48, Jasonville, (812) 273-0609.
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