Today
Parke County
n Montezuma Park Board meets, 4 p.m., Montezuma firehouse.
Vigo County
n Food drive presented by Guitar Center and Community Food Banks across the country, anyone who donates a non-perishable item will receive a coupon for 10% off next purchase, two week food drive, local Guitar Center, visit www.guitarcenter.com for more information.
Monday
Clark County, Ill.
n Afternoons with Annie the Terrier, storytime 3rd and 4th graders, 1 to 3 p.m., Marshall Public Library, 612 Archer Ave., Marshall, Ill., (217) 826-2535.
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.
n Clay County Historical Society meeting featuring guest speaker, Hal Johnston, military veteran and Chief Deputy Prosecutor of Knox County, 6:30 p.m., lower level of the museum, 100 E. National Ave., Brazil, (812) 446-4036.
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 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.
n Afterschool Adventures: Children’s Theatre, students grades 4th and 5th, 4 to 5 p.m., Vigo County Public Library, Seventh and Poplar streets, (812) 232-1113.
n Diabetes Awareness Dinner, free event, 6 p.m., Landsbaum Center for Health Education, 1433 N. Sixth & 1/2 St., register by calling (812) 238-7577.
Tuesday
Clark County, Ill.
n Chili Day event with breakfast starting at 6:30 a.m. and lunch 11 a.m., Marshall United Methodist Church, 702 Plum St., Marshall, Ill. (217) 826-8041.
n English as a Second Language, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Marshall Public Library, 612 Archer Ave., Marshall, Ill., (217) 826-2535.
n Kaylie Jones, book talk and signing, 6:30 p.m., Dale McConchie Meeting Room, 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.
Clay County
n Center Point Town Council meets, 6 p.m., town hall.
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.
Vermillion County
n Vermillion County Board of Commissioners meet, 7:30 p.m., courthouse, Newport.
Vigo County
n Torner Community Center, ceramics, 9:30 a.m., and pottery, 6 p.m., Deming Park, (812) 232-0147.
n Writing Your Business Plan, disaster recovery workshop, 8 to 10 a.m., Riddell National Bank, 2129 S. State Rd. 46, register by calling (812) 237-4357.
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 Free lead screening, presented by Indiana State University Nursing Center, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Locust Street IGA, 1140 Locust St., (812) 237-3696.
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 Making Tracks to Storytime, ages 3 to 5, 1:30 to 2 p.m., Vigo County Public Library, Seventh and Poplar streets, (812) 232-1113.
n Advances in hip replacement surgery seminar featuring Dr. Debra Thomas, 6 p.m., Landsbaum Center for Health Education, 1433 N. Sixth & 1/2 St., (812 ) 242-3085.
n Math and science homework, provided by Rose-Hulman’s Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity and Circle K Club, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Vigo County Public Library, Seventh and Poplar streets, (812) 232-1113.
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 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 Euchre, 7:30 p.m., Riley American Legion Post 328, Riley.
n Civil Air Patrol senior flying squadron meets, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Air National Guard, Hulman Field. Call Reggie Paul, (812) 877-4433.
Wednesday
Clark County, Ill.
n Senior Citizen Expo, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., First Christian Church, Marshall, Ill., (217) 826-5422.
n Clark County Advisory Group meets, noon, Marshall Pizza Hut, Marshall, Ill., (866) 384-0503.
Clay County
n Dine with a Doc, featuring Dr. David Blemker M.D. 10 a.m. to noon, Clay County Citizen’s Center, 120 S. Franklin St., Brazil, (812) 448-8848.
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.
Edgar County, Ill.
n Diabetes classes, $20, 10 to 11 a.m., conference room A, Paris Community Hospital/Family Medical Center, 721 E. Court St., (217) 465--2606, ext. 228.
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 Making Tracks to Storytime, ages 3 to 5, 10 to 10:30 a.m., Vigo County Public Library, Seventh and Poplar Streets, (812) 232-1113.
n Wee Read storytime, ages 2 and under, 10 to 10:30 a.m. ages 2 to 3, 11 to 11:30 a.m. main library, Vigo County Public Library, Seventh and Poplar streets, (812) 232-1113.
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 Our Response: What Can We Do, campus and community luncheon series, noon to 1 p.m., United Campus Ministries, 321 N. Seventh St., (812) 232-0186.
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.
Thursday
Clark County, Ill.
n Friends of the Library meets, 5 p.m., Marshall Public Library, 612 Archer Ave., Marshall, Ill., (217) 826-5235.
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 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.
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 Minerals Education Workshop, free, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, 5500 Wabash Ave.
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 SERV International Gift Shop, bazaar featuring housewares, accessories, hand crafted items and more, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Central Christian Church, 4950 E. Wabash Ave.
n Book Cart Sale, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Vigo County Public Library, Seventh and Poplar streets, (812) 232-1113.
n Seek, Read, and Find program, literacy program for the senior community, featuring Michelle Mayer from the Indiana Attorney General’s Office, free service, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Vigo County Public Library, for more information call Terri Turner at (812) 215-6414 or Lori Aplin at (812) 917-4970.
n Math and science homework, provided by Rose-Hulman’s Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity and Circle K Club, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Vigo County Public Library, Seventh and Poplar streets, (812) 232-1113.
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 Wabash Valley Cadet Squadron Civil Air Patrol meeting, 7 to 9 p.m., John T. Myers Technology Building, Indiana State University, (317) 979-3342.
Friday
Sullivan County
n Minerals education workshop, free, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Farmersburg Mine.
Parke County
n Storytime, ages 0 to 5, 10 to 10 :30 a.m., Rockville Public Library, 106 N. Market St., (765) 569-5544.
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 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 League for Animal Welfare Inc., fundraising flea market, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 1627 Poplar St.
n Healthy Eating with Purdue Extension, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Vigo County Public Library, Seventh and Poplar streets, (812) 232-1113.
n Hi, I’m Ernie Pyle, one person play, 12:10 to 1:15 p.m., Vigo County Public Library, Seventh and Poplar streets, (812) 232-1113.
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 Singles Mix and Mingle, for singles 50 plus, 6 to 8 p.m., Apple Club, Holiday Inn, 3300 U.S. Highway 41 South, (812) 232-3245.
n Ghosts of Terre Haute, characters from Terre Haute’s past come to life in the galleries, 6 to 9 p.m., Swope Art Museum, 25 S. Seventh St., (812) 238-1676.
n An Evening with Lori Borgman, syndicated columnist, 6:30 p.m., Vigo County Public Library, Seventh and Poplar streets, (812) 232-1113.
Saturday
Clark County, Ill.
n Saturday storytime, 10:30 a.m., Marshall Public Library, 612 Archer Ave., Marshall, Ill., (217) 826-2535.
n Spaghetti dinner, 3 to 7 p.m., CDT Patton United Methodist Church, 217775 E. 2250th Rd., Dennison, Ill.
Greene County
n Beta Sigma Phi annual Holiday Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Linton High School Auditeria, North Main St., Linton, (812) 699-0170.
n Health fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Eastern Fire Department, Highway 43, Solsberry, (812) 825-9969.
Vigo County
n Food Drive through Nov. 21st, doners will receive a 10% discount on next purchase, Dean’s Party Mania, 3435 S. Third Place, behind Honey Creek Mall.
n Diabetes program and open house, 9 a.m. to noon, Wound Healing Center, Union Hospital’s Professional Office Building, 1530 N. Seventh St.
n “Cities of Refuge” Ministries, monthly missions benefit sale, homemade foods and crafts, used clothing, furniture, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Popoff’s Dry Cleaners & Laundry, 1519 Wabash Ave.; call Unto You, (812) 238-1711.
n Casy Crop and Craft, create crafts and other projects, $20, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Booker T. Washington Community Center, 1101 S. 13th St., (812) 232-3952, ext. 30.
n Pains Indian Tribal Chokers, $20, 10 a.m., Native American Museum, 5170 E. Poplar St., (812) 877-6007.
n SERV International Gift Shop, bazaar featuring housewares, accessories, hand crafted items and more, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Central Christian Church, 4950 E. Wabash Ave.
n Kid’s art class, noon to 2 p.m., Torner Center, Deming Park, (812) 232-0147.
n Singles Dance and carry-in dinner, 6 p.m., Wabash Senior Activity Center, 300 S. Fifth St., (812) 232-3245.
n Music That We All Love featuring music of the Sinatra Era, presented by Banks of the Wabash Chorus, $12, 7 p.m., Harmony Hall, 1257 Lafayette Ave., (812) 894-2253.
Nov. 8
Vigo County
n SERV International Gift Shop, bazaar featuring housewares, accessories, hand crafted items and more, noon to 3 p.m., Central Christian Church, 4950 E. Wabash Ave.
n International Student Idol, 7 p.m., Hulman Memorial Student Union, Dede I, Indiana State University.
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• 42nd annual Cory Apple Festival, through Sunday, featuring community worship service 9 a.m.;
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Vigo County
• 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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Valley Datebook: Oct. 18, 2009
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.
Casey Softball Hall and Honor Museum 33rd annual induction ceremony, 1:30 p.m. during the Casey Popcorn Festival, Fairview Park, Casey, 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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