ARTS
SOUTHSIDE ART LEAGUE is hosting a solo show by Greenwood artist Beverly S. Mathis from now until Sept. 28. She will be exhibiting her newest watercolor and mixed water media paintings. Mathis has been teaching adult watercolor classes at the Southside Art League since 1996. The artist’s work can be viewed all year round at the SALI Gallery and the Brown County Art Gallery in Nashville. Visit the gallery at 299 E. Broadway St., Greenwood, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. Closed Sunday through Tuesday.
SOUTHSIDE ART LEAGUE 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.
—————————
CHURCH EVENTS
FALL FAMILY GATHERING, Sept. 21 from 4 to 8 p.m., 2010 W. County Road 850 S., Flat Rock. Come and join Lewis Creek Wesleyan Church for a nice and relaxing evening with the family! Live outdoor music, kids games, bounce house, cake walk, popcorn, straw maze, silent auction, raffle prizes and pumpkin decorating contest. There will also be chili, hot dogs and drinks! Don’t forget your lawn chairs!
ANNUAL HOMECOMING, Sept. 22 at Bethlehem Church in Trafalgar. Pitch-in dinner at 12:30 p.m. followed by a program at 1:30 p.m. For information, call 317-627-9643.
HARVEST FESTIVAL, Oct. 5 from 3 to 7 p.m. at Providence Christian Church, 4080 W. County Road 100 N., Bargersville. Free event and fun for all ages. Food, drink, baked goods, raffle baskets, activities and more!
LIVING ROOM CONVERSATIONS, 6:30 to 8 p.m. every second Monday 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.
—————————
CLASS REUNIONS
OWEN VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1984 will hold its 40 year reunion on, Oct. 26 at Mike’s Music and Dance Barn just outside of Nashville. Doors will open at 3 p.m. followed by appetizers, dinner, music and great conversation, as well as games and activities. Admission is $20 per person. Reservations must be made by Oct. 5. For more information, call 812-510-3575 or email [email protected].
—————————
CLASSES/TRAINING/TUTORING
STONES TUTORING – We offer free tutoring for K-12 by current and retired teachers every Tuesday night from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tutors can help with homework, projects, presentations and test prep. No appointment is necessary. Tutoring takes place at Stones Crossing Church, 7000 W. Stones Crossing Road, two miles east of Center Grove High School. For more information, email [email protected].
FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND CPR TRAINING, Sept. 26 and Dec. 19 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Greenwood Community Center, 100 Surina Way. This in-person event is a chance to learn essential fire safety skills and gain confidence in handling fire extinguishers from the Greenwood Fire Department. Participants can also learn hands-only CPR training. Limited spots available; sign up at shorturl.at/tDEP0.
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 Stage1Dance Academy, 740 Fry Road, Ste. D, 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.
—————————
CLUBS & HOBBIES
FRANKLIN REGIONAL SWIM TEAM is offering swim lessons for children and adults. For information on private or group lessons, or to register for the upcoming competitive season, visit www.frstswimming.com.
INDIAN CREEK SWIM CLUB is offering swimming lessons at the high school. For more information, visit www.indiancreekswimclub.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. Upcoming events: Sept. 20, trip to Military Museum at Vincennes; Oct. 7 meeting (First Monday); Oct. 8, breakfast (Second Tuesday).
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 is 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.
COLUMBUS STAR QUILTERS, 9:30 to 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 3300 Fairlawn Drive, Columbus. Presentations and workshops may run longer. All those interested in quilting are welcome to attend. Oct. 3: Program on embellishments. Nov. 7: Christmas Show & Tell; members are asked to bring Christmas-themed articles they have created. Dec. 5: Christmas Block Exchange, pitch-in lunch.
—————————
COLLEGE EVENTS
FRANKLIN COLLEGE GUEST ARTIST EXHIBIT, Sept. 23 to Oct. 18. The exhibit, “Darryl Jones Photographic Retrospective and Augmented Imagination: A Mystical Journey,” will commence with an opening artist talk on Sept. 23 at 6 p.m. in the Henderson Conference Room with a reception immediately following.
RIBBON-CUTTING FOR MURAL, Sept. 27 at 1 p.m. The public is invited to a ribbon-cutting to celebrate the completion of the “Spirit of Community” mural. The ceremony will be held in the Johnson Atrium of the Napolitan Student Center on the Franklin College campus. Following the ribbon-cutting, guests are invited to view the mural and enjoy refreshments.
—————————
COMMUNITY EVENTS
A FALL GATHERING ON THE HOMESTEAD ANTIQUE SHOW, Sept. 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 275 E. County Road 600 S., Trafalgar. A gathering of dealers offering primitive furniture in original paint and attic surface, needfuls and more. Great food available on the old country veranda. For more information, call Teresa Waltz at 317-270-7236.
THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS, Sept. 21 from 1 to 10 p.m., 11685 W. County Road 525 S., Columbus. Vendor fair from 1 to 7 p.m. Ariella-Goldpine-Taylor Bradshaw and more. Food vendors and live painting by Robin Sealark and more.
INDIANA NATIONAL GUARD ALUMNI AND RETIREE UNION, Sept. 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Johnson County Armory, 325 Minuteman Way, Franklin. Hear strategic update from Maj. Gen. Dale Lyles, the adjutant general. Learn more about our statewide armory modernization plans. Connect with other retirees, alumni and veterans at this appreciation event. RSVP to [email protected]. A catered hot lunch, continental breakfast and refreshments will be provided.
DESIGNER PURSE BINGO, Oct. 4 starting at 5 p.m. at On-Stage LIVE! Entertainment and Cabaret Youth, Adult and Senior Performance Academy, 916 E. Main St., Greenwood. Come early and have dinner! 50-50 raffles, door prizes, food truck and more!! For tickets, call 317-513-4566 or 530-913-3420. Bring a canned good for the Food Pantry and get an extra door prize ticket.
RIGHT TO LIFE JOHNSON AND MORGAN COUNTY BANQUET, Oct. 24 at 6:30 p.m. at Grace Assembly of God, 6822 U.S. 31 S., Whiteland. Speaker: Melissa Coles. Her documentary, “I lived on Parker Avenue,” inspired the movie “Lifemark” by Kirk Cameron. Melissa speaks on adoption as well as other pro-life issues. Mail in reservations to RTL Johnson & Morgan Co., P.O. Box 1062, Greenwood, IN 46142. For more info, call Kay Cull at 317-560-0678.
INDIANA LIVE STEAMERS, located just south of the Horse Park in Johnson County Park. Train ride dates: 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. 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.
—————————
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 lesson Wednesdays 12:30 to 1 p.m. followed by social dance mixer 1 to 3 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.
—————————
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.
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.
—————————
HEALTH & WELLNESS
JOINT PAIN SEMINAR, Oct. 2 at Franciscan Health at Stones Crossing, 1703 W. Stones Crossing Road, Greenwood, in the Community Room. Franciscan Health will be hosting an orthopedic joint pain seminar for those dealing with hip and knee pain. Dr. Joseph Maratt will discuss the latest procedures in joint replacement and managing arthritis and answer questions about related treatment options. The informational seminar is free and open to the public, but registration is required due to limited seating.
NEED TO LOSE A FEW POUNDS OR A LOT? Come join us Friday mornings, 9 a.m. at Village Bible Church, 695 Pushville Road, Greenwood. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) weight loss support group.
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.
—————————
JOHNSON COUNTY MUSEUM OF HISTORY – EVENTS
135 N. Main St., Franklin
VOICE FROM THE PAST: STORYTELLER SERIES: HIDDEN INDIANA GEMS, Sept. 21 at 1:30 p.m. People of all ages are invited to see Suzanne Stanis, vice president of education for Indiana Landmarks, at the museum on Sept. 21 at 1:30 p.m. She will be highlighting some of the lesser known sites and locales that make Indiana a place worth visiting. The event is free and open to the public and is co-sponsored by the Johnson County Public Library. For information call 317-346-4500 or visit www.johnsoncountymuseum.org. Link for more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10971619.
HERITAGE DAY, Sept. 28 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visitors can experience local history through pioneer and Civil War re-enactors, demonstrations of traditional arts and crafts, and plenty of hands-on activities throughout the museum. Family fun for all ages, and admission is free to the public. For information about this or any other upcoming museum events, please call 317-346-4500 or visit co.johnson.in.us/jcmuseum.
—————————
LIBRARY EVENTS
————————————————————————————————
—EVENTS AT CLARK PLEASANT LIBRARY: 350 Clearwater Blvd., Whiteland —
COFFEE AND COLORING, Sept. 23 at 10 a.m. Join adults for a relaxing start to the week. Coffee, tea and coloring supplies provided. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10745238.
BLOCK PARTY, Sept. 28 at 2 p.m. Create works of art with LEGO bricks. Use your creativity to create this month’s challenge. Finished work will be highlighted on Facebook. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10915950.
————————————————————————————————
—EVENTS AT FRANKLIN LIBRARY: 401 State St.—
INDIANA STORM CHASERS, Sept. 19 at 6 p.m. NOAA WeatherReady Nation Ambassadors from Indiana Storm Chasers Tia Justice and Nathan Lorenzen review storm development, safety preparation and preparedness. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10782757.
CRAFTERNOON: YARN CRAFTS, Sept. 25 at 4:30 p.m. Make crafts such as weaving, string art and more with yarn. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10841956.
FAMILY STORYTIME, Sept. 30 at 6 p.m. Enjoy stories, songs and more with your family. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10887058.
————————————————————————————————
—EVENTS AT GREENWOOD LIBRARY: 310 S. Meridian St.—
THE MUMMY INTERACTIVE MOVIE AFTERNOON, Sept. 21 at 1 p.m. Get yourself into the Halloween spirit! We’re doing an interactive showing of fan favorite movie, 1999’s “The Mummy” starring Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz!
————————————————————————————————
—EVENTS AT TRAFALGAR LIBRARY: 424 S. Tower St.—
PUZZLE BINGO, Sept. 19 at 6 p.m. Play bingo and win puzzles. Everyone will receive at least one puzzle. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10776484.
QPR GATEKEEPER TRAINING, Sept. 23 at 5 p.m. If a friend or loved one is showing signs of suicide, do you know what to do or say? Learn how to question, persuade and refer. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10954994.
CELEBRATE HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH, Sept. 25 at 3 p.m. Celebrate Hispanic culture as we explore art, food, games and more! For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10961733.
BEADED BOOKWORMS, Sept. 30 at 4 p.m. String beads together to make a bookworm fidget. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10913942.
————————————————————————————————
—EVENTS AT WHITE RIVER LIBRARY: 1664 Library Blvd., Greenwood—
FAMILY STEAM NIGHT, Sept. 24 at 4:30 p.m. Enjoy activities and crafts with us as we introduce different building blocks of STEAM. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10889481.
MINDFULNESS MOMENT, Sept. 26 at 4:30 p.m. Practice mindfulness techniques and create a calming craft to take home. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10889390.
POP-UP SENSORY ROOM, Sept. 26 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Drop in to explore various sensory activities or simply spend time reading together in a calm environment. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10946235.
MATH FOR PARENTS: LOGICAL REASONING, Sept. 28 at 11:30 a.m. Learn to help your kids with algebra. Dr. Ping, a math teacher and tutor, teaches important concepts in algebra in a relaxed and fun way. For more information: https://jcplin.libnet.info/event/10988494.
—————————
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 treatment 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.
—————————
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.
