ARTS
SOUTHSIDE ART LEAGUE is hosting a one-artist show by local resident Gail Trent Risner Aug. 7-31. Our Featured Artist will be exhibiting a collection of her acrylic and oil paintings. Gail’s various styles reflect her interest in art movements from Impressionism to Surrealism and Realism to Abstraction. Come meet the artist at the SALI Open House, Aug. 9 from 6-8 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Visit the gallery at 299 E. Broadway St., Greenwood, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. Closed Sunday through Tuesday.
SALI Summer Exhibit, artists will be exhibiting art works that follow the theme, “The Sky’s the Limit”. A wide variety of styles, subjects, media and prices will be available, including framed and unframed original paintings, matted giclee prints, ceramic sculpture, paper sculpture and greeting cards. The exhibit will be displayed for three months, now through Sept. 28.
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CHURCH EVENTS
JESUS JAM, (1 day VBS), July 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. at First Assembly of God, 1035 Hospital Rd., Franklin. Pre-K to 5th grade. Free event with free food and inflatables.
TOUCH A TRUCK, Aug. 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with quiet hour from 10 to 11 a.m. Free family event. Held at Mount Auburn Church, 3100 W. Stones Crossing Road, Greenwood.
LIVING ROOM CONVERSATIONS, 6:30 to 8 p.m. every second Monday (no July meeting) at Grace United Methodist Church, 1300 E. Adams Drive, Franklin. Small groups meet monthly to discuss timely topics, with a different topic each month. All are welcome; enter on the west side of the building. Visit livingroomconversations.org for more information.
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CLASS REUNIONS
CENTER GROVE HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1979, 45 YEAR REUNION, Aug. 2 from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Folktale Event Center in Greenwood. For more information, text or call 317-997-4087 or 317-319-4353.
CENTER GROVE HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1984, 40 YEAR REUNION, Aug. 3 from 7 to 11 p.m. at Mucky Duck in Indianapolis. Register by July 17: at cghs1984reunion.itemorder.com. For more information, text or call 317-627-2106.
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CLUBS & HOBBIES
INDIAN CREEK SWIM CLUB will be offering swimming lessons at the high school in the following blocks: Aug. 12 to Sept. 12 and Sept. 16 to Oct. 31. Those interested can get further information by going to www.indiancreekswimclub.com, calling 317-878-2128, or emailing [email protected].
FRANKLIN REGIONAL SWIM TEAM is offering swim lessons for children and adults. For information on private or group lessons, visit www.frstswimming.com.
THE GREENWOOD GATORS swim club is offering swim lessons. For more information, visit greenwoodgators.net.
FRA BRANCH 130 is still looking for a few good men and women to join the fun! Monthly meetings are held on the first Monday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Greenwood VFW, 1842 Veterans Way, Greenwood. The U.S.S. Indianapolis Memorial Branch holds its breakfast meeting the second Tuesday of each month at Denny’s South Park at Main St. and I-65 in Greenwood at 9 a.m. We would be glad for you to join us and we will buy your breakfast on your first visit. For more information, visit www.fra130indy.org.
JOHNSON COUNTY STAMP CLUB meets at 1 p.m. every third Tuesday of each month at the Trafalgar Library, 424 S. Tower St. Come and enjoy monthly stamp exchanges/offers. U.S. and worldwide collectors of all ages are invited. For more information: [email protected] or 317-989-6799.
NIMBLE THIMBLES QUILT CLUB meets the first Friday of each month at 9 a.m. at Purdue Extension Office, 484 N. Morton St., Franklin for socializing, demonstrations and displays of finished projects. The business meeting will begin at 12:30 p.m. Yearly membership is $20. New and experienced quilters are welcome. For more information, contact club president Vicki Craig at [email protected].
NINEVEH SENIOR CENTER now open with limited activities. Coffee provided for events. Membership is $25 per year. Weekly activities: Euchre on Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. and bid euchre on Thursdays at 6 p.m. Chair exercise classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m.
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COMMUNITY CLASSES/TRAINING
FRANCISCAN HEALTH HOSTING STOP THE BLEED CLASS, Aug. 13 and Oct. 9 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Franciscan Health Education Center, 421 N. Emerson Ave., Greenwood. Stop the Bleed teaches the skills needed to provide immediate bleeding control principles and aid until first responders arrive. The class is a combination of lecture and hands-on training meant to train and equip the non-medical bystander in the critical first minutes after a trauma injury that causes bleeding until first responders arrive. Register online at franciscanhealth.org/community/classes-supportgroups-events.
TOP FLOOR WOMEN. Indy’s Premier Southside Networking Events invites all women looking for personal and professional development to join us the first Wednesday of each month from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at JPtheGeek offices, 156 S. Park Blvd., Greenwood. For more information, to register for the event, register as a speaker for an upcoming month or even become a coffee sponsor, go to www.topfloorwomen.org.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
COMMUNITY NIGHT, July 26 from 5 to 9 p.m. on the field located east of Whiteland Fire Department, 141 S. State St. The town of Whiteland will host an entertaining and family-oriented celebration with live music featuring 90 Proof, food for purchase, hot air balloon rides, fireworks and other activities. For more information, visit the Town of Whiteland’s Facebook page.
FRANKLIN TRAIN SHOW, Aug. 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Aug. 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Johnson County Fairgrounds, 250 Fairground St., Franklin. Presented by Central Indiana Division of the National Model Railroad Association. Come and enjoy four buildings filled with vendors and portable layouts. One building for demonstrations both days. Admission is $7 per adult; kids under 16 free with parents. For more information, contact Michael Roderick at 317-833-3556 or [email protected], or visit www.cidnmra.org.
MEGA BINGO, 2 p.m. Aug. 4, doors open at 12:30 VFW Auxiliary, 1842 Veterans Way, Greenwood, 20 straight games, valuable prizes. Tickets $35, reserved flat $10. Contact Trudy at 317-702-3290.
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT, Aug. 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Amphitheater Park, 300 S. Washington St., Greenwood. Come celebrate the police and community partnership with the Greenwood Police Department. This free event will feature surprise appearances, live music, food, giveaways, kid activities and more.
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT, Aug. 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Whiteland Community High School, 300 Main St. Join the Clark-Pleasant and Whiteland police departments, along with the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office and Whiteland Fire Department, for a free night of fun, music, community and awesome sliders.
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT, Aug. 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. at East Park, 300 Ballpark Drive, New Whiteland. Join the New Whiteland Police Department for a free family fun and community partnership. Food trucks, demonstrations, face paint, community resources, free raffles and a live DJ will be present. A blood drive will also take place.
10-MILE GARAGE SALE, Aug. 23-24 beginning at 8 a.m. rain or shine. Celebrating its 19th year, it will be held in conjunction with the Marietta Fish Fry at 7478 W. County Road 600 S., Edinburgh. Homes along the road, as well as Greensburg Road, Marietta and Mount Auburn, will have garage sales.
AIRPORT DAY, Aug. 24 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Indy South Greenwood Airport, 897 Airport Parkway. Join airport staff for a fun-filled day of activities, exhibits and food. Attendees will see World War II aircraft, vehicles and live reenactors. The local Young Eagles chapter will offer free plane rides for kids ages 8-17. Paid aircraft and helicopter rides are available as well. Several flight training schools will be on site for those interested in learning to fly. Free parking and admission. For more information, go to greenwood.in.gov.
INAUGURAL OPEN CLASS CAR AND TRUCK SHOW, Aug. 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Franklin Middle School, 625 Grizzly Cub Drive. The Franklin Community Band Boosters, in cooperation with the Franklin Cruisers, present the car and truck show to benefit Franklin’s band programs. Free admission. The event will feature food vendors and awards for the top 10 vehicles and People’s Choice. Cars can register to take part in the awards for $20, with judging ending at 1 p.m. and awards at 2 p.m. Must be present to win.
INDIANA LIVE STEAMERS, located just south of the Horse Park in Johnson County Park. Train ride dates: Aug. 17 (car show), Sept. 21 and Oct. 19. Bring your family, your friends, or anyone who would like the experience of traveling the rails on this miniature transportation network. The Indiana Live Steamers is ready to take you on a memorable journey through forested park land, over several bridges and along cattail-lined creeks. Trains are in operation on the third Saturday of every month between May and October, weather permitting. Hours are noon until 4 p.m. and cost per person is $4. Birthday parties are available contact: Dan Goins at 765-342–7069 or by e-mail at [email protected]. You can find us at: Indianalivesteamers.org or on Facebook.
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DANCE EVENTS
INDY/GREENWOOD SENIOR DANCERS at MJ Ballroom, 88 U.S. 31 S. First class free. No partner needed. Ballroom social group class on Mondays at 9:30 a.m; line dancing group class, Mondays at 10:30 a.m.; ballroom social dance party mixer, Wednesdays 1 to 3:30 p.m. Snacks and drinks available.
INTERNATIONAL DANCE, first Wednesday of the month, 10 to 11 a.m. Each dance is taught. MJ Ballroom, 88 U.S. 31, S. Cost is $3.
ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE, every first Thursday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Garfield Park Arts Center. Each dance is taught. All ages welcome. Cost is $1.
LINE DANCE at Beech Grove Senior Center, 602 Main St. Every Thursday, 10 to 11 a.m. Line Dance for 55 and over. Newcomers welcome. Each dance is taught if needed. Free.
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FARMERS MARKETS
BARGERSVILLE, Wednesdays 5 to 7 p.m., now through Sept. 25 in downtown Bargersville, 24 N. Main St. Special events: Sept. 15, noon to 3 p.m., at Mallow Run Winery, 6964 W. Whiteland Road.
EDINBURGH, Thursdays 4 to 7 p.m., now through Sept 26 at 201 W. Main Cross St.
FRANKLIN, Saturdays 8 a.m. to noon, now through Sept 14 at DriveHubler.com Amphitheater at Youngs Creek Park, 237 W. Monroe St.
FRANCISCAN FARMERS MARKET, Wednesdays 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., now through Sept. 25 in the parking lot at 5230 E. Stop 11, across the street from Franciscan Health Indianapolis. The Franciscan Health Weight Loss Center continues its tradition of hosting a weekly farmers market this year.
GREENWOOD, Saturdays 8 a.m. to noon, now through Sept. 28 at Greenwood United Methodist Church, 525 N. Madison Ave.
TRAFALGAR, Thursdays 4:30 to 7 p.m., now through Aug. 29 in the parking lot at Keller Williams, 108 N. State Road 135. Locally grown produce, flowers, meats, honey, eggs, baked goods and handmade items. Visit www.trafalgarfarmersmarket.com.
WHITELAND, Tuesdays 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., now through Aug. 27 at Johnson County Public Library Clark Pleasant Branch, 350 Clearwater Blvd.
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GARDENING/NATURE
WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS, July 25 at 6 p.m., Trafalgar Library, 424 S. Tower St. Free and open to the public. Get an up-close and personal look at some of Indiana’s wild critters during a presentation by Providence Wildlife Rehabilitation. For more information, call 317-517-0566.
FEEDING THE HUNGRY, Aug. 29 at 6 p.m., Trafalgar Library, 424 S. Tower St. Free and open to the public. Learn about the Society of St. Andrew and its program “Gleaning America’s fields to feed America’s hungry.” Co-sponsored by the library and the Trafalgar Country Gardeners. For more information, call 317-517-0566.
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
WEDNESDAY WALKERS, hosted by Johnson County Parks and Recreation, 2949 E. North St., Nineveh. Join park staff for a Wednesday morning stroll around the park. We will meet at the park office at 8:30 a.m. We’ll always walk at least one mile and up to an hour. Come for all or just part of the walk. Open to everyone, but no pets. Come and have a nice chat and get fit. Canceled in the event of inclement weather or holidays.
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LIBRARY EVENTS
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—EVENTS AT CLARK PLEASANT LIBRARY: 350 Clearwater Blvd., Whiteland —
EXPLORE SUMMER CELEBRATION: FOAM HAPPY! July 25 at 6 p.m. Celebrate your participation in Explore Summer with a foam party! You will get wet. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10058625.
ROCKIN RECIPES FOR AUTISM, July 27 at 2 p.m. Discover the one-of-a-kind cookbook, “Rockin’ Recipes for Autism,” which supports a great cause with Whiteland native Kenny Wilkerson, member of Nova Rex! For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/11163604.
BLOCK PARTY, July 29 at 2 p.m. Create with LEGO bricks. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10231518.
FAMILY GAME NIGHT, July 30 at 6 p.m. Bring family and friends to play board games. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10269488.
AFTER SCHOOL COOKIES AND COLORING, July 31 at 4:30 p.m. Take a break after school and join us for cookies and coloring. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10254682.
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—EVENTS AT FRANKLIN LIBRARY: 401 State St.—
EXPLORE SUMMER CELEBRATION: FOAM HAPPY! July 25 at 3 p.m. Celebrate your participation in Explore Summer with a foam party! You will get wet. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10058667.
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—EVENTS AT GREENWOOD LIBRARY: 310 S. Meridian St.—
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF INDIANAPOLIS is visiting GPL, July 25, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join us for a family-friendly evening with “Studio of Colors.” Be inspired by the colorful work of artist Dale Chihuly. Make your own art sculpture using balloons, practice abstract painting techniques, and use transparency film to make 3D art.
LIBRARY AFTER DARK: A FUNDRAISER, Aug. 16 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. This is the night that you need a babysitter! Experience the library like a kid again with free reign of the building and no one shushing you…but with snacks and adult beverages! And it’s also a fundraiser for the Greenwood Library Foundation! The foundation raises funds so that library staff can dream up, plan and offer exciting programs just like the fun you’re going to have at Library After Dark. Early bird tickets are $25 until June 30. Early discounted access for library card holders. General tickets are $35 starting on July 1.
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—EVENTS AT TRAFALGAR LIBRARY: 424 S. Tower St.—
SCHOOL AGE EXTRA: SUMMER DAYS, July 25 at 10 a.m. Enjoy outside time with bubbles, water balloons and sidewalk chalk art. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10306819.
TRAFALGAR SUMMER GAMES, July 25 at 3 p.m. Celebrate the 2024 Summer Olympics with some fun and games. Dress for the heat and a mess! For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10306322.
WILDLIFE UP CLOSE-MEET THE ANIMALS, July 25 at 6 p.m. See and learn about Indiana’s wildlife with Providence Wildlife Rehabilitators and see some of the animals they care for. Free and open to the public. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10271873.
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF FRIENDSHIP, July 30 at 3 p.m. Send a postcard to a friend or family member. Bring a destination address or plan to hand deliver the card. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10230309.
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—EVENTS AT WHITE RIVER LIBRARY: 1664 Library Blvd., Greenwood—
MINDFULNESS MOMENT: MINIATURE ZEN GARDEN, July 29 at 6 p.m. Practice mindfulness techniques and create a calming craft to take home. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10289027.
ANIME AFICIONADOS, July 31 at 6 p.m. Come watch “RWBY” and taste Japanese snacks with us. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10305292.
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MUSIC/THEATER
FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES, FRANKLIN SYMPHONIC COUNCIL, Wednesdays from 7 to 8:15 p.m. Concert dates: July 31 at Grace UMC. Concerts at Franklin College are outdoors, so bring a blanket or chair. Rain location is at Grace UMC, 1300 E. Adams Drive, Franklin. For more information, call 317-789-8277 or email [email protected].
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SUPPORT
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION SUPPORT GROUP for caregivers of Alzheimer’s patients. Meetings are held the second Friday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at the West Perry library and every fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Southport United Methodist Church.
COMMUNITY RESOURCE DROP-IN DAY. Johnson County is hosting a Community Resource Drop-In Day. Several organizations and providers will be providing access to community resources. The event will be held the second Tuesday each month from 3 to 6 p.m. at Herring Hall at Johnson County Fairgrounds, 250 Fairground St., Franklin. Anticipated organizations and providers on site include: Johnson County Health Department (birth certificates, vaccine and testing information); Johnson County Public Library ; WIC; mental health providers; substance use treatments providers; Narcan training; advocacy groups; adult education opportunities; a notary; insurance navigation and case management support and general community services. It is a free public event and no registration is required. For more information or to ask questions, contact Erica Ratz at [email protected] or 317-883-7081.
FRANCISCAN HEALTH HOST STROKE SUPPORT GROUP, on the second Tuesday of the month from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at 8111 S. Emerson Ave. in Indianapolis. The group is open to those recovering from a stroke or those caring for a stroke survivor. The group meets in the Franciscan Health Indianapolis Cancer Center Conference Room. For more information, call 317-528-8872.
FRANCISCAN HEALTH INDIANAPOLIS will be hosting a monthly Lung Support Group at the Indianapolis hospital, 8111 S. Emerson Ave., entrance 1. The meetings will take place on the third Thursday of each month from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Cardiac Testing Conference Room. RSVP for the meeting and transportation a week prior to the event. For more information, call 317-528-8901 or email [email protected].
ATLAS (Assisting through loss after suicide) Suicide Bereaved Support Group for those who have lost someone to suicide. Facilitated by suicide loss survivors and individuals familiar with suicide loss. Teens (13-17) meet second Tuesday of the month and adults (18+) second Wednesday of the month. For more information, visit https://upstreamprevention.org/community-coalitions/suicidepreventioncoalition/atlas or call 317-824-9617.
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP, led by the Main Street Hospice staff, is a place for all those who have experienced the loss of someone they love. Public is welcome to come and listen or share their grief stories. Sessions are the first Tuesday of each month, 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Main Street Hospice office, 10 Highland Ave., Franklin. For information call 317-736-0055.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS meets weekly in Franklin: Open Meetings: Mon. 7 p.m., According to Bill Group, 100 E. Madison St.; Tues. 7 p.m.; Wed. 6 p.m.; Fri. 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Sat. 8 p.m., Franklin Serenity Group, 550 E. Jefferson St., 2nd floor; Thurs. 6:30 p.m., Sobriety Now Group, 1300 E. Adams St.; Fri. 7 p.m., Tara Treatment Center, 6231 U.S. 31. Closed Meetings: Sat. and Sun. 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Mon. 7 p.m., 550 E. Jefferson St.; Wed. 8 p.m., 100 E. Madison St.; Thurs. 7 p.m. (men only) 550 E. Jefferson St.
PROJECT SAFE PLACE, 24-hour crisis intervention service for youths ages 7 to 17. To receive help, a youth may walk into a nonresidential Safe Place site and ask for assistance or call 317-738-5437.
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VOLUNTEERING
MAIN STREET HOSPICE IN FRANKLIN IS CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS. To provide companionship to a patient in assisted living, long-term care, or a private home? Can you knit or crochet lap blankets? Would you like to assist with birthdays, events and seasonal projects? For more information, call 317-736-0055 or visit www.mainstreethospicein.com.
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WORKSHOP
HARVESTING HER VOICE: Connecting & Empowering Farm Women workshop focusing on balancing work and family, Aug. 7 at 6 p.m. at Bradley Farms, 5769 W. County Road 425 S., Trafalgar. Cost is $5 per person; anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent. In this practical workshop, personal development coach Kacee Bohle provides strategies for bringing more intention into your personal and professional life. Participants will have the chance to learn more about farm stress from the Purdue Farm Stress Team. Register by Aug. 2 at https://bit.ly/4bnllfh.
