Seasonal
‘CHRISTMAS AT THE ZOO,’ 5 to 9 p.m. through Dec. 23 and 26-30, Indianapolis Zoo; animals will be out late to enjoy the cooler weather, including the tigers, sea lions, red pandas, brown bears, walrus and many others. Zoo light displays will create a special holiday experience; White River Junction Train offers an express ride through a wonderland filled with lights. Guests can warm up with a cup of hot cocoa, sample delicious holiday treats and enjoy carolers singing by the fireside. In White River Gardens, visitors can shake off the winter chill and enjoy Santa’s Tropical Paradise inside the Hilbert Conservatory. Families can participate in the scavenger hunt. Additional activities await at Santa’s Workshop where kids can decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus, write letters to Santa and meet Kris Kringle himself through Dec. 23. Visit IndianapolisZoo.com for advance tickets and more information.
FRANKLIN COLLEGE MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY ACTIVITIES, events all day Jan. 16: 1 p.m.: Chapel service, Richardson Chapel: “A Service of Thanksgiving for the Ministry of MLK.” Remember the life and ministry of King with songs and spoken reflections.; 3:15 p.m.: MLK Day commemorative march and rally: march will begin west of the B.F. Hamilton Library at the Indiana Alpha Gazebo and end at the Richardson Chapel. The purpose of the march is to honor those who marched before to win the freedoms known today and with those who still struggle to have their freedoms recognized.; 4 p.m.: MLK Day Convocation Lecture, Richardson Chapel: The Rev. Hannah Adair Bonner will present a lecture titled “Listen, Amplify, Act: The Path of Solidarity”; 7 p.m.: screening of “Boycott,” Richardson Chapel: 2011 film tells the story of the 1955-1956 Montgomery, Alabama, bus boycott. All events are free and open to the public.
Arts & crafts
HOLIDAY SHOPPING SHOW OF FINE ART, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday Dec. 23, Off Broadway Gallery at the Southside Art League, 299 E. Broadway, Greenwood, in Olde Town Greenwood through the month of December. This show will feature original works by local Indiana artists in a variety of media, such as oil, watercolor, pastel, photography and ceramics. There are also cards, giclee prints and unframed originals. A lay-away plan is available. For more information call 317-882-5562.
FRANKLIN CHIPMATES WOODCARVING CLUB, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, Franklin Cultural Arts and Recreation Center, 396 Branigin Blvd., beginners and experienced craftspeople welcome, 736-1582
NIMBLE THIMBLES QUILT CLUB, first Friday of the month, 9 to 11:30 a.m. work session, 12:30 p.m. meeting, Johnson County Purdue Extension Office, 484 N. Morton St., Franklin, 736-4547
ADULT BEGINNER PAINTING CLASSES, 10 a.m. Saturdays, The Studios, 550 E. Jefferson St., Franklin, $25, must call to register, 474-4889
ART CLASSES, 9 a.m., 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, Southland Community Church, 5800 W. Smith Valley Road Greenwood, free art classes with local artist, Edward Patterson. Southland is creating a series of 12 large paintings depicting various Bible scenes; each piece will be 6 feet tall and 8 feet wide and will teach students oil-on-canvas painting; information: 627-5872 or 883-8988
Blood drives
AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE, 1-5 p.m. Dec. 30, Franklin library, 401 State St.,all blood types are urgently needed and refreshments will be provided. Must be 17 or older to donate. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 1-800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org.
Books
TRAFALGAR LIBRARY NOVELS & NOSH BOOK DISCUSSION: 6-7:30 p.m. Jan. 24, Feb. 28, Trafalgar library, 424 S. Tower St., upcoming dates and topics: inspiring reads, Jan 24, diverse reads, Feb. 28; pageafterpage.org/programs
TRAFALGAR LIBRARY SELECTED SHORTS READING DISCUSSION, noon-1p.m., Jan. 13, Feb. 10, Trafalgar library, 424 N. Tower St., listen to a short story and have a brief discussion; Dec. 16: David Sedaris; Jan. 13: Margaret Atwood; Feb. 10, poetry of Maya Angelou and Langston Hughes; pageafterpage.org/programs
MYSTERY BOOK CLUB, 1 p.m. Jan. 9, Greenwood library, 310 S. Meridian St., free, discussion of “Winter of the Wolf Moon” by Steve Hamilton, 881-1953, greenwoodlibrary.us
STOUT STORIES, 6:30 p.m. Jan. 9, Scotty’s Brew Club, discussion of “The Book Thief,” by Markus Zusakfree, pageafterpage.org
CLARK PLEASANT BOOK AND MOVIE DISCUSSION, 5:30 p.m., Jan. 11, Clark Pleasant Library, 530 Tracy Road, Suite 250, New Whiteland, “The Maltese Falcon,” by Dashiell Hammett;
pagefterpage.org, 317-535-6206
I HEART YA BOOK CLUB, 6:30 p.m. Jan. 18, Greenwood library, 310 S. Meridian St., free, discussion of “The Unexpected Everything,” by Morgan Matson, for teens and adults, 881-1953, greenwoodlibrary.us
Church
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF GREENWOOD DRIVE-THRU NATIVITY, 5:30 p.m. Dec. 22, 99 W. Main St., featuring real animals and actors recreating the beloved nativity scene, open to the public
GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY DINNER, Dec. 25, 1300 E. Adams St., Franklin, carryout, 1:30 to 4 p.m., dining in, 5 to 6:30 p.m., delivery or carryout orders must be requested by Dec. 20: 317-736-7224; franklingrace.org
Classes
‘SOUPS, STEWS & CHILI, OH MY!’ 6 p.m. Jan 12, Clark Pleasant Public Library, 530 Tracy Road, Suite 250, New Whiteland. Purdue Extension class. Call library to register 317-535-6206
JOHNSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY FREE ONLINE COURSES, Patrons can access thousands of online courses in Microsoft Office, Photoshop, web design, business, marketing and more at no cost. The Lynda.com video library offers users a chance to grow skills in graphic design, computer programming, photography and video. Software includes Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, Google Apps, iMovie and Final Cut Pro. Visit pageafterpage.org/lynda to log in and create a Lynda.com account.
Dance
MODERN WESTERN SQUARE DANCING, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays, Rivers of Life Fellowship, 1962 Old Meridian St., Greenwood, $4 per lesson per person; first two lessons are free; those interested should email [email protected], or call 881-4719 or 694-4711; greenwoodmerrymixers.com; facebook.com/greenwoodmerrymixers
INTERMEDIATE BALLROOM DANCE LESSONS, 7 to 9 p.m. Thursdays, Riolo Dance Studio, 502 N. Capitol Ave. (second floor), Indianapolis; $10 to $15, no partner needed; advanced American style smooth and rhythm group classes; riolodance.com, 490-6739
BALLROOM DANCES, 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, Riolo Dance Studio, 502 N. Capitol Ave. (second floor), Indianapolis, $10-$12, lesson at 7:30 p.m., open dancing 8:30 to 10:30 p.m., all skill levels and abilities welcome; no partner needed; refreshments available; riolodance.com
Fundraisers and Galas
TRIPLE PLAY BBQ DINE TO DONATE FOR FRANKLIN AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY, 5 to 10 p.m. Dec. 22, Triple Play BBQ in Franklin, proceeds go to sponsor various veteran’s projects such as U.S.O. and Christmas Angel Program. Attendees should let servers know they are supporting American Legion Auxiliary. Information: 317-738-9934
19th ANNUAL CARRIE CLAYBURN MEMORIAL DINNER, 5 p.m. until halftime at home basketball game Jan. 7, Indian Creek High School Cafeteria, 803 Indian Creek Drive, Trafalgar, pork chops provided by the Indian Creek FFA, smorgasbord dinner will be provided by area churches. Free will offering will go to a scholarship in Clayburn’s name. If you have any questions, please contact Sheila Heidenreich at 317-502-0610.
Gardening
MASTER GARDENER CLASSES, Jan. 10- March 28, Purdue Extension Johnson County, 484 N. Morton St. on the fairgrounds in Franklin. Registration now open. Cost is $125 per person and includes all class-related handouts and materials. Information: 317-736-3724.
JOHNSON COUNTY GARDEN CLUB, 6:30 p.m. second Monday of each month, Purdue Extension Johnson County office, 484 N. Morton St., Franklin, new members welcome, 346-7316
Health and fitness
BAXTER YMCA 500 FESTIVAL MINI MARATHON TRAINING, Saturday mornings, Monday and Wednesday evenings or Tuesday and Thursday mornings, Jan. 16 to May 6, training program will prepare participants of all levels for 13.1-mile course by providing mileage plans, organized training days, equipment information, cross-training suggestions and nutrition strategies. Runners and walkers of all skill levels are invited to attend. Cost is $87 for members and $99 for guests; two for one pricing available. This does not include race registration. All participants are responsible for their own registration. Visit www.indymca.org/centers/baxter/schedules-events/ to download the registration form or call 317-881-9347 for more information.
WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETINGS, 6 p.m. Thursdays, Hornet Park Community Center, 5245 Hornet Ave., Beech Grove, 803-9086
FMONDAY MILERS WALKING CLUB, 8:30 a.m. every other Monday, Johnson County Park, 2949 E. North St., Edinburgh (north of Camp Atterbury) for directions, visit jcpark.org, walk at least one mile long and up to one hour, rain or shine, meet at the park office, free, club to promote fitness and friendship. Open to all ages. No pets. For more information, call 812-526-6809 or email [email protected].
TAI CHI CLASS, 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, First Baptist Church basement, 201 E. Jefferson St., Franklin, free, 736-6753
PRENATAL YOGA, 6:45 to 7:45 p.m. Mondays and 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturdays, Peaceful Heart Yoga Studio, 550 E. Jefferson St., Franklin, $40 for eight-week session; $8 drop-in; 843-267-5381, peaceful-heart-yoga.com
CHRISTIAN YOGA, 6:45 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays; 9:15 a.m. Saturdays, Mount Pleasant Christian Church Community Life Center, 407 N. Bluff Road, Greenwood, $3, 881-6727
History
1816: INDIANA JOINS THE NATION, through Jan. 21, Indiana Historical Society interactive exhibition, Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center, 450 W. Ohio St. in downtown Indianapolis, re-creates the Corydon meeting house where delegates met to draft Indiana’s first state constitution, guests will join in conversation with delegates representing various viewpoints on issues such as education, slavery, personal liberty and the balance of power between branches of this new government, indianahistory.org.
DESTINATION INDIANA, Indiana Historical Society, 450 W. Ohio St., Indianapolis; facilitated, interactive exhibits that use digital technology, touch screens and immersive displays of historic images and documents to explore and understand the story of Indiana using photographs and other archival materials such as broadsides, manuscripts, maps, printed items and sheet music. Destination Indiana features eight “drive yourself” time-travel stations that can each hold as many as six guests. The space also includes a large-group experience that offers access to nine journeys on its 22.5-foot by 7.5-foot screen, which features twice the resolution of a 1080i high-definition television set. Each station includes at least one journey for each of Indiana’s 92 counties, as well as “Indiana Stories” on subject matters such as African-American Hoosiers, the Civil War, the Ohio River, mapping the state, social justice and reform, rail transportation, agriculture and more are also explored.
Lectures
THE REV. HANNAH ADAIR BONNER: ‘LISTEN, AMPLIFY, ACT: THE PATH OF SOLIDARITY,’ 4 p.m. Jan. 16, Richardson Chapel, Franklin College, part of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Celebration; Bonner, ordained in the United Methodist Church, serves as the curator of The Shout, a spoken word, poetry-focused arts and justice community in Houston, Texas, that seeks to put words into actions. Bonner will discuss those crying out for justice and equality in our communities, a world that competes for attention and time, a culture that resists change through complacency and the role each of us plays in building our future. Free and open to the public.
Kids
MAKE & TAKE, 1 to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Indianapolis Museum of Art, 4000 Michigan Road, Indianapolis, free, visitors can find art-making projects in the Star Studio Classroom inspired by works of art on view at the IMA. Projects are designed to be accessible and fun for museum visitors of all ages and all levels of art-making experience, imamuseum.org
STORY TIMES TO GO, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, Trafalgar library, 424 Tower St., free, ages 2 to 4, pageafterpage.org
HOME-SCHOOL CLUB, 10 a.m. Thursdays, Trafalgar library, 424 Tower St., free, read, art, writing, [email protected], pageafterpage.org
STORY TIMES TO GO, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Trafalgar library, 424 Tower St., free, ages 2 to 4, pageafterpage.org
BABY STORY TIME, 2 p.m. Thursdays, Southport library, 2630 E. Stop 11 Road, Indianapolis, free, babies up to 23 months and an adult, active program with stories, songs, fun to develop a love of books, 275-4510
CENTRAL INDIANA YOUTH CHORUS CHORAL INSTRUCTION, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays year-round, East 10th St. United Methodist Church, 2327 E. 10th St., Indianapolis; activity for boys and girls age 10 to 18 who like to sing and learn to sing four-part a cappella harmony; ongoing registration; reading music not required; contact: 407-4564; [email protected]; ciybc.org
Movies & Theater
‘JAILHOUSE ROCK,’ 2 and 7:30 p.m. Jan. 6-7, Artcraft Theater, 57 N. Main St., Franklin, not rated, 1 hr, 36 min, music, drama; 1957, starring Elvis Presley, Judy Tyler, Mickey Shaughnessy; after serving time for manslaughter, young Vince Everett becomes a teenage rock star; $3 to $5, includes a cartoon, historicartcrafttheatre.org
‘SIXTEEN CANDLES,’ 2 and 7:30 p.m. Jan. 13-14, Artcraft Theater, 57 N. Main St., Franklin, PG, 1984, John Hughes, ‘80s high school birthday flashback, Molly Ringwald, Justin Henry, Anthony Michael Hall; $3 to $5, includes a cartoon, historicartcrafttheatre.org
‘MUPPET TREASURE ISLAND,’ 2 and 7:30 p.m. Jan. 20-21, Artcraft Theater, 57 N. Main St., Franklin, 1998, G, Muppets take on the classic treasure island hunt novel, Tim Curry, Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo and the gang; $3 to $5, includes a cartoon, historicartcrafttheatre.org
Museums
‘A JOY FOREVER: MARIE WEBSTER QUILTS,’ through Jan. 8, Indianapolis Museum of Art, 4000 Michigan Road, Indianapolis, exhibition features 25 appliqued quilts by Marie Webster, an Indiana native who rose to national fame in the early 20th century. Webster was discovered in 1911 when Ladies’ Home Journal included four of her quilts in full color for the first time. The exposure propelled the amateur quilt maker from Marion into the national spotlight. Also on display in the exhibition are some of Webster’s patterns, original pages from Ladies’ Home Journal and a digital version of Webster’s scrapbook, which invites guests to browse through Webster’s fan letters, news clippings and other memorabilia. Webster had a major impact on the quilt revival of the early 1900s. Her home in Marion is a National Historic Landmark and home of The Quilters Hall of Fame. Complete information: imamuseum.org
‘JACCO OLIVER: LIQUID PAINTING, LIQUID TIME,’ through Feb. 12, Indianapolis Museum of Art, 4000 Michigan Road, exhibits feature colorful paintings transformed into video animations, artist creates enthralling pieces that merge traditional painting techniques with photography and video animation. The pieces present a variety of subjects, from intimate scenes of daily life to captivating landscapes and abstract visions.; admission is included with general admission and free for IMA members; imamuseum.org
‘A GENTLEMAN COLLECTOR FROM INDIANA: PORTRAITS FROM THE COLLECTION OF BOOTH TARKINGTON, through Feb. 26, Indianapolis Museum of Art, 4000 Michigan Road, Indianapolis, admission included in general admission and free for IMA members; 2016 marks the 70th anniversary of the death of Hoosier native and dedicated art collector, Booth Tarkington. This exhibition of portraits highlights Tarkington’s interest in the human face, a subject he wrote about extensively. The show will also feature the writer’s commentary on his collection as found in his correspondence with artists, dealers and art historians.
Seniors
LUNCH AND MOVIE IN COLUMBUS, 10 a.m. Dec. 27, leave Franklin Active Adult Center, 160 E. Adams St., visit the YES theatre in Columbus for a free movie, followed by lunch at Ruby Tuesday.Cost is $6 for transportation plus the cost of your lunch. Members only.
NATIONAL SOUP DAY, noon, Jan. 11, Franklin Active Adult Center, 160 E Adams St., free soup and dessert lunch at noon. For members only. Cathy Bailey, 736-3696
MY PLATE, every second Monday, Matthew Hunt from the Purdue Extension, will be presenting the Small Steps curriculum. A recipe or snack is prepared for each lesson and those present will be offered the opportunity to sample it. Each participant will receive an incentive gift from Purdue Extension following the presentation. For members only. Franklin Active Adult Center, 160 E Adams St., Bev Bonsett, 736-3696
MANICURES AND HAIRCUTS, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. first Friday of the month, Franklin Active Adult Center, 160 E. Adams St., students from Empire Beauty School will provide free manicures and haircuts the first Friday of the month on-site, for members only, Bev Bonsett, 736-3696
ZUMBA GOLD, 1 p.m. Thursdays, Franklin Active Adult Center, 160 E. Adams St., instructor Christa Martin, Zumba Gold takes the Zumba formula and modifies the moves and pacing to suit the needs of the active older adult, for those just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. What stays the same are all the elements the Zumba Fitness-Party is known for: the zesty Latin music, like salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton; the exhilarating, easy-to-follow moves; and the invigorating, party-like atmosphere. Cost is $2 per session. For members only, Bev Bonsett, 736-3696
WII GAMES, 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Franklin Active Adult Center, 160 E. Adams St., Franklin, fun and exercise, for members only, Bev Bonsett, 736-3696
LINE DANCING, 11:30 a.m. Mondays, line dancing lessons led by Phyllis and Harold Parker, for members only. Franklin Active Adult Center, 160 E. Adams, Bev Bonsett, 736-3696
HEALTHY EATING AND LIVING (HEAL) CLASS, 1 p.m. first Monday of the month, the Social of Greenwood, 550 Polk St., goal of this group is to share healthy recipes, healthy eating tips, and learn to prepare these dishes. Meetings are for anyone who enjoys cooking and wants to share their joy with others and learn new ways to cook and eat healthy. Call 3882-4810 for more information. The cost of this class is $2 per session.
BARGERSVILLE SENIOR CENTER, starting Jan. 1, 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 14 W. Old South St. Bargersville, meal, guitar-picking and singing and karaoke. Information: 317-797-5527
COMMUNITY BINGO, 2 p.m. last Friday of the month, Hickory Creek of Franklin, 580 Lemley St., Franklin, musical entertainment, refreshments, bingo starts about 2:30 p.m., free, must RSVP two weeks in advance, 736-8214
Tuesdays and Thursdays, Franklin Active Adult Center, 160 E. Adams St., free for members, 736-3696
WELLNESS WARRIORS, 3 to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday, parks and recreation, 396 Branigin Blvd., Franklin, free for members of Franklin Active Adult Center, 736-3696
BID EUCHRE, 1 p.m. Tuesday, $0.50, Franklin Active Adult Center, 160 E. Adams St., free, 736-3696
BRIDGE AND OPEN CARDS, 1 p.m., Wednesday, Franklin Active Adult Center, 160 E Adams St., free, 736-3696
PINOCHLE, 1 p.m. Friday, $0.50, Franklin Active Adult Center, 160 E Adams St., free, 736-3696
JOYFUL NOISE SINGERS, 10:45 a.m. Mondays, Franklin Active Adult Center, 160 E Adams St., free, 736-3696
MUSIC, 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Franklin Active Adult Center, 160 E Adams St., free, everyone welcome, 736-3696
QUILTING, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Franklin Active Adult Center, 160 E. Adams St., free, 736-3696
NONIMPACT AEROBICS, 10:30 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, 6 p.m. Tuesdays, The Social of Greenwood, 550 Polk St., 882-4810
STORYTELLING, 10:45 a.m. Mondays, Franklin Active Adult Center, 160 E. Adams St., Becky Horton entertains through storytelling. Free for members, 736-3696
EUCHRE, 1 p.m., Thursday, $.50, Franklin Active Adult Center, 160 E Adams St., 736-3696
Social and support groups and clubs
AMERICARE HOSPICE WINTER GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 23 to Feb. 27, Franklin First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Madison St., Franklin. Our Winter group will be an afternoon group to get everyone home before dark. Please call Americare at 317-736-0055 to reserve your spot. The group is free, but organizers need to know how many are coming. Ask for Joanna Morse, bereavement coordinator.
AMERICAN LEGION TRIVIA, 7 p.m. Wednesdays, American Legion Greenwood Post 252, 334 S. U.S. 31, Greenwood, 317-881-1752
DIGITAL DJ, 7 p.m. Fridays, American Legion Greenwood Post 252, 334 S. U.S. 31, Greenwood, 317-881-1752
DOLLAR BEER FRIDAYS, noon to close Fridays, American Legion Greenwood Post 252, 334 S. U.S. 31, Greenwood, 317-881-1752
Sports
FREE ADMISSION: HOME FRANKLIN COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES, men’s games: 7 p.m. Dec. 29, Cornell, 3 p.m. Dec. 31, Thomas More; women’s games: 3 p.m. Dec. 28, Trine; Spurlock Center, Franklin College, 101 Branigin Blvd.; franklincollege.edu
BAXTER YMCA REGISTERING FOR YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES, season runs Jan. 14–March 11. Practices take place one evening each week and games take place on Saturdays. Prices vary because the Y offers a sliding fee scale based on household income. In YMCA Youth Sports, there are no tryouts and no one gets cut from the teams. Everyone who registers is assigned to a team and all players have the opportunity for equal playing time in games, all players participate throughout practices and games. For additional information contact Ashley Chitwood, Youth & Adult Sports Director, at [email protected]. Register online at www.indymca.org/baxter.
Teens
THE COURT, 3:30 to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 7 p.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday; $5 cover charge on weekends, 7 Trafalgar Square, Trafalgar, safe, clean environment for teens offering Wi-Fi, jukebox, concessions, a dance floor, arcades and a DJ on the weekends, 765-341-0568
CENTRAL INDIANA YOUTH CHORUS, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, East 10th Street United Methodist Church, 2327 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, free, ages 10 to 18, learn to sing four-part a cappella harmony, performance opportunities, ongoing registration, Janet Foster, 407-4564, [email protected], ciybc.org
DANCING WITH A PURPOSE, 3 to 5:30 p.m. every Tuesday, Freedom Center, 6240 W. Stones Crossing Road, Greenwood, free, teens meet in the cafeteria for pizza, drinks, ministry to provide a fun and safe environment, talk, dance, pray, small groups, listen to inspirational speakers and leaders, [email protected]
Wine and food
ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST, 7 to 10 a.m., last Saturday of each month, Greenwood Masonic Lodge 514, 592 N. Meridian St., $7, 437-5428
FISH DINNER, 6 to 8:30 p.m. second Friday of the month, Greenwood Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5864, 333 S. Washington St., fish, choice of two sides — baked beans, coleslaw or french fries, $10, karaoke and a 50/50 raffle, public is invited to attend and enjoy the evening, 888-2488.
GREENWOOD VFW STEAK DINNER, 6 p.m. fourth Friday of every month, Post 5864 333 S. Washington St., Greenwood, strip steak, baked potato, salad with your choice of dressing, roll and butter, $11, karaoke and a 50/50 raffle, open to the public, 888-2488.
MONTHLY BREAKFAST, 7 to 10 a.m. first Saturday of the month, Whiteland Masonic Lodge, 39 S. Front St., $6, all-you-can-eat which includes scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits with gravy, and pancakes plus juice, milk, and coffee. Everyone welcome to come and meet your friends and enjoy good food.
SHEPHERD’S TABLE FREE LUNCH, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays, Greenwood United Methodist Church, 524 N. Madison Ave., free, 881-1653
PANCAKE BREAKFAST, 8 to 10 a.m. third Saturday of every month, First Baptist Church of Greenwood, 99 W. Main St., free,
firstbaptistgreenwood.org
