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PLANNING AHEAD: Calendar of Events (March 2010)
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>> MARCH 1
Tax Preparation Assistance
• MORE INFORMATION: The AARP is offering tax preparation assistance.
• WHERE: Charlestown Public Library, 51 Clark Road, Charlestown.
• WHEN: Noon to 4 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-3337.
Blood Donations
• MORE INFORMATION: The Clark County Chapter of the American Red Cross, blood donation.
• WHERE: Red Cross Center, 1805 E. Eighth St., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 1 to 6 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-8416.
Beginning Sewing Classes
• MORE INFORMATION: The Jeffersonville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting beginning sewing classes.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Coffee and Conversation
• MORE INFORMATION: Coffee and Conversation
• WHERE: Floyd County YMCA Center, 33 State Street, New Albany
• WHEN: 11 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Coffee is free for Y members, $2 for non members
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622, ext. 111.
Clark County 4-H Dog Club
• MORE INFORMATION: Clark County 4-H Dog Club call out meeting for any youth under 18.
• WHERE: Clark County 4-H Center, 9608 Ind. 62, Charlestown.
• WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free. Parents must accompany their children to the meeting.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 502-938-2695.
Seuss Celebration
• MORE INFORMATION: A Seuss Celebration, sponsored by Greater Clark School Para-Educators and the Jeffersonville Township Public Library.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville Township Public Library, 211 E. Court Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 6 to 8 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-285-5636.
>> MARCH 2
‘8 Track- Sounds of the 70’s’
• MORE INFORMATION: “8 Track- Sounds of the 70’s.”
• WHERE: Derby Dinner Playhouse, 525 Marriott Drive, Clarksville.
• WHEN: Now through April 4.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Prices vary depending on show time
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-288-8281.
Basic Computer Class
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting a basic computer class.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Senior Citizens Bingo
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting bingo.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon to 3 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Book Buddies
• MORE INFORMATION: The Charlestown-Clark County Public Library Book Buddies, a storyhour for kindergarten through second graders.
• WHERE: Charlestown Library, 51 Clark Road, Charlestown.
• WHEN: 4 to 4:45 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-3337.
Parent Education and Support Class
• MORE INFORMATION: Parent Education and Support Class.
• WHERE: Clark County Youth Shelter and Family Services, Inc., 118 E. Chestnut St. Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-284-5229.
Birdwatcher Program
• MORE INFORMATION: Sunnyside Master Gardeners will host Master Gardener and avid birdwatcher, Colleen Craven-Becker
• WHERE: Jeffersonville Township Public Library, 211 East Court Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-948-5470.
International Festival
• MORE INFORMATION: Indiana University Southeast International Festival to focus on world cuisine.
• WHERE: Indiana University Southeast, 4201 Grant Line Road, New Albany.
• WHEN: 5 to 8 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $7 general admission and $5 for students and senior citizens.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-941-2414.
>> MARCH 3
Tax Preparation Assistance
• MORE INFORMATION: The AARP is offering tax preparation assistance.
• WHERE: Sellersburg Public Library, 430 N. Indiana Ave., Sellersburg.
• WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-246-4493.
Naturalist at Heart Program
• MORE INFORMATION: Naturalist at Heart Program, Urban mammals by Doug McCoy of the Louisville Zoo.
• WHERE: Falls of the Ohio State Park, 201 W. Riverside Drive, Clarksville.
• WHEN: 1 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Admission to the Interpretive Center is $4 for adults and $1 for children ages 2 to 18.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-280-9907.
Low Impact Exercises
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting low impact exercises.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Beginning Sewing Classes
• MORE INFORMATION: The Jeffersonville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting beginning sewing classes.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Walking Club
• MORE INFORMATION: Walking Club
• WHERE: Floyd County YMCA Center, 33 State Street, New Albany
• WHEN: 8 to 9 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free for Y members, $2 for non members
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622, ext. 111.
Parent Education and Support Class
• MORE INFORMATION: Parent Education and Support Class.
• WHERE: Cancer Care Center, 2210 Green Valley Road, New Albany.
• WHEN: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-284-5229.
>> MARCH 4
Charlestown Senior Citizens
• MORE INFORMATION: Charlestown Senior Citizens luncheon meeting.
• WHERE: Charlestown Arts and Entertainment Center, 999 Water St., Charlestown.
• WHEN: 11:30 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: All senior citizens welcome.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-5234.
Senior Citizens Bingo
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting bingo.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon to 3 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Basic Computer Class
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting basic computer class.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Book Buddies
• MORE INFORMATION: The Charlestown-Clark County Public Library, Book Buddies for kindergarten through second graders.
• WHERE: Sellersburg Library, 430 N. Indiana Ave., Sellersburg.
• WHEN: 4 to 4:45 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-3337.
Earthsave Potluck
• MORE INFORMATION: Earthsave Potluck. Earthsave educates people on the effects our food choices have on the environment, our health and life of earth.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville Township Public Library, 211 E. Court Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 6 to 8:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free. Bring food of the plant variety, from carrots to quinoa.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-285-5630.
Blood Donations
• MORE INFORMATION: The Clark County Chapter of the American Red Cross, blood donation.
• WHERE: Clark Memorial Hospital, 1220 Misosuri Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-8416.
>> MARCH 5
IU School of Music
• MORE INFORMATION: Indiana University Jacobs School of Music will spotlight pianist Susan Chou.
• WHERE: Paul W. Ogle Cultural and Community Center on the IU Southeast Campus, 4201 Grant Line Road, New Albany.
• WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Single tickets are $12 each.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-941-2525.
Tax Preparation Assistance
• MORE INFORMATION: The AARP is offering tax preparation assistance.
• WHERE: Henryville Public Library, 214 E. Main St., Henryville
• WHEN: Noon to 4 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-294-4246.
Fish Fry
• MORE INFORMATION: Knight of Columbus will sponsor a fish fry.
• WHERE: Knights of Columbus, 809 E. Main Street, New Albany.
• WHEN: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Menu listed.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-944-0891.
Book Sale
• MORE INFORMATION: Friends of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library, book sale.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville Township Public Library, 211 E. Court Avenue.
• WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Books, VHS tapes, cassettes, records, magazines and paperbacks priced to sell.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-285-5630.
Beginning Sewing Classes
• MORE INFORMATION: The Jeffersonville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting beginning sewing classes.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Bridge
• MORE INFORMATION: The YMCA Center of Southern Indiana is sponsoring Friday afternoon Bridge.
• WHERE: YMCA of Southern Indiana, 4812 Hamburg Pike, Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 12:30 to 3 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $2
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622.
Afternoon Card Sharks
• MORE INFORMATION: Afternoon Card Sharks, a variety of card games will be played during the afternoon.
• WHERE: Floyd County YMCA Center, 33 State Street, New Albany
• WHEN: 1 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free for Y members, $2 for non members
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622, ext. 111
Fish Fry
• MORE INFORMATION: Grace Lutheran Church, New Albany, will sponsor a fish fry every Friday during Lent.
• WHERE: Grace Lutheran Church, 1787 Klerner Lane, New Albany.
• WHEN: 5 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Adults, $7, children ages 3 to 12, $5 and children under 3, free. Eat in or carry out.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-941-1912.
Lenten Fish Fry
• MORE INFORMATION: St. Joe Hill Catholic Church Lenten fish fry
• WHERE: St. Joe Hill Catholic Church, 2605 St. Joe Road West, Sellersburg
• WHEN: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Fish and shrimp dinners, $8.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-246-4201.
Lent Fish Fry
• MORE INFORMATION: Sacred Heart School is having a fish fry, every Friday of Lent.
• WHERE: Sacred Heart School, 1842 E. Eighth St., Jeffersonville, in Walpole Hall.
• WHEN: 5 to 7 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Adults, $8, senior citizens, $7, kids 10 and under, $4. A fish sandwich only is $3.50.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-3123.
Line and Partner Dance
• MORE INFORMATION: Sparkles and Spurs Line and Partner Dance.
• WHERE: Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1693, 1919 Grant Line Road, New Albany.
• WHEN: 7 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $5 a person.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-945-4039.
’Little Women, the Musical’
• MORE INFORMATION: Floyd Central High School Theatre Arts Department will present “Little Women, The Musical.”
• WHERE: Floyd Central High School, 6575 Old Vincennes Road, New Albany.
• WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Adults, $12, senior citizens, $10, students, $8.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-923-8811, ext. 3032.
>> MARCH 6
Maple Syrup Festival
• MORE INFORMATION: Maple Syrup Festival
• WHERE: Leane and Michael’s Sugarbush, 321 N. Garrison Hollow Road, Salem.
• WHEN: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Admission, free, charge for food.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-967-4491.
Tax Preparation Assistance
• MORE INFORMATION: The AARP is offering tax preparation assistance.
• WHERE: Sellersburg Public Library, 430 N. Indiana Ave., Sellersburg.
• WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-246-4493.
Chili Supper and Silent Auction
• MORE INFORMATION: Clark County 4-H Saddle Club chili supper and silent auction.
• WHERE: Clark County 4-H Center, 9608 Ind. 62, Charlestown, (Food Stand Building.)
• WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: All proceeds benefit 4-H Junior Leaders.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-4591.
Naturalist at Heart Program
• MORE INFORMATION: Naturalist at Heart Program, Wildflowers of Southern Indiana by Richard Lyons.
• WHERE: Falls of the Ohio State Park, 201 W. Riverside Drive, Clarksville.
• WHEN: 9:30 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Admission to the Interpretive Center is $4 for adults and $1 for children ages 2 to 18.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-280-9907.
Book Sale
• MORE INFORMATION: Friends of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library, book sale.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville Township Public Library, 211 E. Court Avenue.
• WHEN: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Books, VHS tapes, cassettes, records, magazines and paperbacks priced to sell.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-285-5630.
Book Sale
• MORE INFORMATION: The Friends of the New Albany-Floyd County Public Library have a book sale.
• WHERE: New Albany-Floyd County Public Library, 180 W. Spring St., New Albany.
• WHEN: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Prices vary. Open to the public.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-944-8464.
‘Blue’s Clues Live’
• MORE INFORMATION: Blue’s Clues Live! Blue’s Birthday Party.
• WHERE: Derby Dinner Playhouse, 525 Marriott Drive, Clarksville.
• WHEN: Saturday’s through March 20. Breakfast, 10 a.m. with buffet beginning at 9 a.m. Lunch, 1:15 p.m. with buffet from noon to 1 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Breakfast, $16, lunch, $21.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-288-8281.
Indiana Percussion Association Band Event
• MORE INFORMATION: New Albany High School Band Boosters is hosting the Indiana Percussion Association band event with more than 20 high school percussion bands demonstrating their skill and artistry.
• WHERE: New Albany High School, 1020 Vincennes St., New Albany.
• WHEN: 4 to 9 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Tickets are $5 at the door.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-944-4261.
’Little Women, the Musical’
• MORE INFORMATION: Floyd Central High School Theatre Arts Department will present “Little Women, The Musical.”
• WHERE: Floyd Central High School, 6575 Old Vincennes Road, New Albany.
• WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Adults, $12, senior citizens, $10, students, $8.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-923-8811, ext. 3032.
YMCA Boot Camp
• MORE INFORMATION: The YMCA Clark County branch will offer Boot Camp, a high intensive cardiovascular and strength training workout, six Saturdays, ending April 10. Limited to 15 people.
• WHERE: Clark County YMCA Center, 4812 Hamburg Pike, Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 8 to 9 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $40 for members and $50 for non-members.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622, ext. 119.
>> MARCH 7
Maple Syrup Festival
• MORE INFORMATION: Maple Syrup Festival
• WHERE: Leane and Michael’s Sugarbush, 321 N. Garrison Hollow Road, Salem.
• WHEN: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Admission, free, charge for food.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-967-4491.
Open House
• MORE INFORMATION: St. Paul Child Care Ministry, open house
• WHERE: St. Paul Catholic Church, 216 Scheller Ave., Sellersburg.
• WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-246-5890.
’Little Women, the Musical’
• MORE INFORMATION: Floyd Central High School Theatre Arts Department will present “Little Women, The Musical.”
• WHERE: Floyd Central High School, 6575 Old Vincennes Road, New Albany.
• WHEN: 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Adults, $12, senior citizens, $10, students, $8.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-923-8811, ext. 3032.
>> MARCH 8
Tax Preparation Assistance
• MORE INFORMATION: The AARP is offering tax preparation assistance.
• WHERE: Charlestown Public Library, 51 Clark Road, Charlestown.
• WHEN: Noon to 4 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-3337.
Blood Donations
• MORE INFORMATION: The Clark County Chapter of the American Red Cross, blood donation.
• WHERE: Red Cross Center, 1805 E. Eighth St., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 1 to 6 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-8416.
Beginning Sewing Classes
• MORE INFORMATION: The Jeffersonville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting beginning sewing classes.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Coffee and Conversation
• MORE INFORMATION: Coffee and Conversation
• WHERE: Floyd County YMCA Center, 33 State Street, New Albany
• WHEN: 11 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Coffee is free for Y members, $2 for non members
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622, ext. 111.
Canada Goose Control Seminar
• MORE INFORMATION: Area residents can learn how to legally and effectively control local Canada goose populations at a seminar presented by the Department of Natural Resources, Urban Wildlife Project.
• WHERE: Clarksville Community Center, Broadway St., Clarksville.
• WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to noon
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 317-232-4200.
Blood Donations
• MORE INFORMATION: The Clark County Chapter of the American Red Cross, blood donation.
• WHERE: YMCA of Southern Indiana, 4812 Hamburg Pike, Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 2:30 to 5 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-8416.
Blood Donations
• MORE INFORMATION: The Floyd County Chapter of the American Red Cross, blood donation.
• WHERE: LifeSpan Ressources, 33 State St., New Albany.
• WHEN: 9 a.m. to noon.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 1-800-448-3543.
Blood Donations
• MORE INFORMATION: The Floyd County Chapter of the American Red Cross, blood donation.
• WHERE: Tunnel Hill Christian Church, 5105 Old Georgetown Road, Georgetown.
• WHEN: 3 to 8 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 1-800-448-3543.
>> MARCH 9
‘8 Track- Sounds of the 70’s’
• MORE INFORMATION: “8 Track- Sounds of the 70’s.”
• WHERE: Derby Dinner Playhouse, 525 Marriott Drive, Clarksville.
• WHEN: Now through April 4.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Prices vary depending on show time
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-288-8281.
Basic Computer Class
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting a basic computer class.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Senior Citizens Bingo
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting bingo.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon to 3 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Book Buddies
• MORE INFORMATION: The Charlestown-Clark County Public Library Book Buddies, a storyhour for kindergarten through second graders.
• WHERE: Charlestown Library, 51 Clark Road, Charlestown.
• WHEN: 4 to 4:45 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-3337.
Parent Education and Support Class
• MORE INFORMATION: Parent Education and Support Class.
• WHERE: Clark County Youth Shelter and Family Services, Inc., 118 E. Chestnut St. Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-284-5229.
Clark County Republican Women
• MORE INFORMATION: Clark County Republican Women meeting.
• WHERE: 2946 E. Tenth St., Jeffersonville, Unit B-5, (Behind the Bureau of Motor Vehicles)
• WHEN: 7 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Meeting is free, however yearly membership dues are required.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 502-296-4226.
Extension Board Annual Meeting
• MORE INFORMATION: The annual meeting of the Purdue Extension-Clark County
• WHERE: Clark County 4-H Center, 9608 Ind. 62, Charlestown
• WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $10 a person, payable at the door.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-4591.
>> MARCH 10
Naturalist at Heart Program
• MORE INFORMATION: Naturalist at Heart Program, Life on the Ohio River by Jeremy Beavin.
• WHERE: Falls of the Ohio State Park, 201 W. Riverside Drive, Clarksville.
• WHEN: 1 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Admission to the Interpretive Center is $4 for adults and $1 for children ages 2 to 18.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-280-9907.
Tax Preparation Assistance
• MORE INFORMATION: The AARP is offering tax preparation assistance.
• WHERE: Sellersburg Public Library, 430 N. Indiana Ave., Sellersburg.
• WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-246-4493.
Low Impact Exercises
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting low impact exercises.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Beginning Sewing Classes
• MORE INFORMATION: The Jeffersonville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting beginning sewing classes.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Walking Club
• MORE INFORMATION: Walking Club
• WHERE: Floyd County YMCA Center, 33 State Street, New Albany
• WHEN: 8 to 9 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free for Y members, $2 for non members
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622, ext. 111.
Parent Education and Support Class
• MORE INFORMATION: Parent Education and Support Class.
• WHERE: Cancer Care Center, 2210 Green Valley Road, New Albany.
• WHEN: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-284-5229.
Knitting Class
• MORE INFORMATION: The Jeffersonville Township Public Library will present a knitting class by Karen Mosso, who will be teaching an ongoing knitting class each month.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville Township Public Library, 211 E. Court Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 6:30 to 8 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-285-5632.
Extension Board Annual Meeting
• MORE INFORMATION: The annual meeting of the Purdue Extension-Clark County
• WHERE: Clark County 4-H Center, 9608 Ind. 62, Charlestown
• WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $10 a person, payable at the door.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-4591.
>> MARCH 11
’Once Upon A Mattress’
• MORE INFORMATION: Jeffersonville High School will present “Once Upon A Mattress,” a musical comedy set in medieval times.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville High School, 2315 Allison Lane, Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $5 for students and senior citizens, $10 for adults.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-282-6601, ext. 15206.
Senior Citizens Bingo
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting bingo.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon to 3 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Basic Computer Class
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting basic computer class.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Book Buddies
• MORE INFORMATION: The Charlestown-Clark County Public Library, Book Buddies for kindergarten through second graders.
• WHERE: Sellersburg Library, 430 N. Indiana Ave., Sellersburg.
• WHEN: 4 to 4:45 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-3337.
Relay for Life Carnival
• MORE INFORMATION: Georgetown Elementary School is having a Relay for Life Carnival
• WHERE: Georgetown Elementary School, 8800 High St., Georgetown
• WHEN: 6 to 8 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: One low admission price.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-941-3420.
Charlestown Business Summit
• MORE INFORMATION: The city of Charlestown will host a dinner meeting for local businesses.
• WHERE: Charlestown Arts and Enrichment Center, 999 Water St., Charlestown.
• WHEN: 5 to 7 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Reservations required.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-3422.
>> MARCH 12
Tax Preparation Assistance
• MORE INFORMATION: The AARP is offering tax preparation assistance.
• WHERE: Henryville Public Library, 214 E. Main St., Henryville
• WHEN: Noon to 4 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-294-4246.
’Once Upon A Mattress’
• MORE INFORMATION: Jeffersonville High School will present “Once Upon A Mattress,” a musical comedy set in medieval times.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville High School, 2315 Allison Lane, Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $5 for students and senior citizens, $10 for adults.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-282-6601, ext. 15206.
Fish Fry
• MORE INFORMATION: Knight of Columbus will sponsor a fish fry.
• WHERE: Knights of Columbus, 809 E. Main Street, New Albany.
• WHEN: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Menu listed.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-944-0891.
Book Sale
• MORE INFORMATION: Friends of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library, book sale.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville Township Public Library, 211 E. Court Avenue.
• WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Books, VHS tapes, cassettes, records, magazines and paperbacks priced to sell.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-285-5630.
Beginning Sewing Classes
• MORE INFORMATION: The Jeffersonville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting beginning sewing classes.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Bridge
• MORE INFORMATION: The YMCA Center of Southern Indiana is sponsoring Friday afternoon Bridge.
• WHERE: YMCA of Southern Indiana, 4812 Hamburg Pike, Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 12:30 to 3 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $2
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622.
Afternoon Card Sharks
• MORE INFORMATION: Afternoon Card Sharks, a variety of card games will be played during the afternoon.
• WHERE: Floyd County YMCA Center, 33 State Street, New Albany
• WHEN: 1 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free for Y members, $2 for non members
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622, ext. 111.
Senior Citizens Bunco
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting bunco.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Fish Fry
• MORE INFORMATION: Grace Lutheran Church, New Albany, will sponsor a fish fry every Friday during Lent.
• WHERE: Grace Lutheran Church, 1787 Klerner Lane, New Albany.
• WHEN: 5 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Adults, $7, children ages 3 to 12, $5 and children under 3, free. Eat in or carry out.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-941-1912.
Lenten Fish Fry
• MORE INFORMATION: St. Joe Hill Catholic Church Lenten fish fry
• WHERE: St. Joe Hill Catholic Church, 2605 St. Joe Road West, Sellersburg
• WHEN: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Fish and shrimp dinners, $8.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-246-4201.
Lent Fish Fry
• MORE INFORMATION: Sacred Heart School is having a fish fry, every Friday of Lent.
• WHERE: Sacred Heart School, 1842 E. Eighth St., Jeffersonville, in Walpole Hall.
• WHEN: 5 to 7 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Adults, $8, senior citizens, $7, kids 10 and under, $4. A fish sandwich only is $3.50.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-3123.
’Little Women, the Musical’
• MORE INFORMATION: Floyd Central High School Theatre Arts Department will present “Little Women, The Musical.”
• WHERE: Floyd Central High School, 6575 Old Vincennes Road, New Albany.
• WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Adults, $12, senior citizens, $10, students, $8.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-923-8811, ext. 3032.
’Pygmalion’
• MORE INFORMATION: Christian Academy of Indiana Theatre present George Bernard Shaw’s “Pygmalion.”
• WHERE: Christian Academy of Indiana, 2000 Academy Drive, New Albany.
• WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Adults, $9, students, $7
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-786-0390.
>> MARCH 13
Global Village Series
• MORE INFORMATION: Global Village Series, sponsored by Indiana University Southeast. The final series will be a stage show recreating the joy and energy of the kitchen party.
• WHERE: Indiana University Southeast, 4201 Grant Line Road New Albany, in the Paul W. Ogle Cultural and Community Center.
• WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: To purchase tickets, contact Ticketmaster at 502-361-3100.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-941-2525.
‘Blue’s Clues Live’
• MORE INFORMATION: Blue’s Clues Live! Blue’s Birthday Party.
• WHERE: Derby Dinner Playhouse, 525 Marriott Drive, Clarksville.
• WHEN: Saturday’s through March 20. Breakfast, 10 a.m. with buffet beginning at 9 a.m. Lunch, 1:15 p.m. with buffet from noon to 1 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Breakfast, $16, lunch, $21.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-288-8281.
Tax Preparation Assistance
• MORE INFORMATION: The AARP is offering tax preparation assistance.
• WHERE: Sellersburg Public Library, 430 N. Indiana Ave., Sellersburg.
• WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-246-4493.
Consignment Auction
• MORE INFORMATION: Clark County 4-H Corporation Consignment Auction.
• WHERE: Clark County 4-H Center, 9608 Ind. 62, Charlestown.
• WHEN: 9 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free admission. Farm and industrial equipment will be sold.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-284-0712.
’Once Upon A Mattress’
• MORE INFORMATION: Jeffersonville High School will present “Once Upon A Mattress,” a musical comedy set in medieval times.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville High School, 2315 Allison Lane, Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $5 for students and senior citizens, $10 for adults.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-282-6601, ext. 15206.
Naturalist at Heart Program
• MORE INFORMATION: Naturalist at Heart Program, Ohio River Fish by Dr. William Pearson of the University of Louisville.
• WHERE: Falls of the Ohio State Park, 201 W. Riverside Drive, Clarksville.
• WHEN: 9:30 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Admission to the Interpretive Center is $4 for adults and $1 for children ages 2 to 18.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-280-9907.
Book Sale
• MORE INFORMATION: Friends of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library, book sale.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville Township Public Library, 211 E. Court Avenue.
• WHEN: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Books, VHS tapes, cassettes, records, magazines and paperbacks priced to sell.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-285-5630.
Falls of the Ohio Archaeological Society
• MORE INFORMATION: Falls of the Ohio Archaeological Society.
• WHERE: Falls of the Ohio State Park, 201 W. Riverside Drive, Clarksville.
• WHEN: 2 to 4 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Program free with park admission.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-280-9907.
Dads and Kids Program
• MORE INFORMATION: The YMCA of Southern Indiana and Chick-Fil-A, Clarksville, is sponsoring an All-Pro Dads program, combining food and fellowship with parenting and positive relationships.
• WHERE: Chick-Fil-A, 1320 Veterans Parkway, Clarksville.
• WHEN: 9 to 10 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $5 for one adult/one child breakfast combo, with $2 for each additional child.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 502-905-3054.
’Little Women, the Musical’
• MORE INFORMATION: Floyd Central High School Theatre Arts Department will present “Little Women, The Musical.”
• WHERE: Floyd Central High School, 6575 Old Vincennes Road, New Albany.
• WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Adults, $12, senior citizens, $10, students, $8.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-923-8811, ext. 3032.
’Pygmalion’
• MORE INFORMATION: Christian Academy of Indiana Theatre present George Bernard Shaw’s “Pygmalion.”
• WHERE: Christian Academy of Indiana, 2000 Academy Drive, New Albany.
• WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Adults, $9, students, $7
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-786-0390.
St. Patrick’s Day Dance
• MORE INFORMATION: The Fraternal Order of Police Auxiliary, Auxiliary 99 and Lodge, will host a St. Patrick’s Day Dance with music by “Pawn Shop Guitar.”
• WHERE: American Legion Post 28, Grant Line Road, New Albany.
• WHEN: 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $13 at the door, or $10 in advance.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 502-558-8477.
>> MARCH 14
’Once Upon A Mattress’
• MORE INFORMATION: Jeffersonville High School will present “Once Upon A Mattress.” a musical comedy set in medieval times.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville High School, 2315 Allison Lane, Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $5 for students and senior citizens, $10 for adults
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-282-6601, ext. 15206.
’Little Women, the Musical’
• MORE INFORMATION: Floyd Central High School Theatre Arts Department will present “Little Women, The Musical.”
• WHERE: Floyd Central High School, 6575 Old Vincennes Road, New Albany.
• WHEN: 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Adults, $12, senior citizens, $10, students, $8.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-923-8811, ext. 3032.
>> MARCH 15
Tax Preparation Assistance
• MORE INFORMATION: The AARP is offering tax preparation assistance.
• WHERE: Charlestown Public Library, 51 Clark Road, Charlestown.
• WHEN: Noon to 4 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-3337.
Blood Donations
• MORE INFORMATION: The Clark County Chapter of the American Red Cross, blood donation.
• WHERE: Red Cross Center, 1805 E. Eighth St., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 1 to 6 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-8416.
Beginning Sewing Classes
• MORE INFORMATION: The Jeffersonville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting beginning sewing classes.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Coffee and Conversation
• MORE INFORMATION: Coffee and Conversation
• WHERE: Floyd County YMCA Center, 33 State Street, New Albany
• WHEN: 11 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Coffee is free for Y members, $2 for non members
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622, ext. 111.
>> MARCH 16
‘8 Track- Sounds of the 70’s’
• MORE INFORMATION: “8 Track- Sounds of the 70’s.”
• WHERE: Derby Dinner Playhouse, 525 Marriott Drive, Clarksville.
• WHEN: Now through April 4.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Prices vary depending on show time
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-288-8281.
Basic Computer Class
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting a basic computer class.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Senior Citizens Bingo
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting bingo.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon to 3 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Book Buddies
• MORE INFORMATION: The Charlestown-Clark County Public Library Book Buddies, a storyhour for kindergarten through second graders.
• WHERE: Charlestown Library, 51 Clark Road, Charlestown.
• WHEN: 4 to 4:45 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-3337.
Parent Education and Support Class
• MORE INFORMATION: Parent Education and Support Class.
• WHERE: Clark County Youth Shelter and Family Services, Inc., 118 E. Chestnut St. Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-284-5229.
>> MARCH 17
Tax Preparation Assistance
• MORE INFORMATION: The AARP is offering tax preparation assistance.
• WHERE: Sellersburg Public Library, 430 N. Indiana Ave., Sellersburg.
• WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-246-4493.
Naturalist at Heart Program
• MORE INFORMATION: Naturalist at Heart Program, Ohio River History by Chuck Parrish, Corps of Engineers historian.
• WHERE: Falls of the Ohio State Park, 201 W. Riverside Drive, Clarksville.
• WHEN: 9:30 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Admission to the Interpretive Center is $4 for adults and $1 for children ages 2 to 18.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-280-9907.
Low Impact Exercises
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting low impact exercises.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Beginning Sewing Classes
• MORE INFORMATION: The Jeffersonville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting beginning sewing classes.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Walking Club
• MORE INFORMATION: Walking Club
• WHERE: Floyd County YMCA Center, 33 State Street, New Albany
• WHEN: 8 to 9 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free for Y members, $2 for non members
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622, ext. 111.
Parent Education and Support Class
• MORE INFORMATION: Parent Education and Support Class.
• WHERE: Cancer Care Center, 2210 Green Valley Road, New Albany.
• WHEN: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-284-5229.
Using Twitter
• MORE INFORMATION: Using Twitter, including the book “Twitter Marketing for Dummies.”
• WHERE: Purdue Technology Center, 3000 Technology Ave., New Albany.
• WHEN: 1 to 3 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $25
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-952-9765.
Feline Fix Event
• MORE INFORMATION: The Floyd County Animal Rescue League Feline Fix event.
• WHERE: Call for locations
• WHEN: Call for times available
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $40 for spaying/neutering, rabies and first infectious disease shots.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-949-9099.
>> MARCH 18
Senior Citizens Bingo
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting bingo.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon to 3 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Basic Computer Class
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting basic computer class.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Book Buddies
• MORE INFORMATION: The Charlestown-Clark County Public Library, Book Buddies for kindergarten through second graders.
• WHERE: Sellersburg Library, 430 N. Indiana Ave., Sellersburg.
• WHEN: 4 to 4:45 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-3337.
Minority and Women Business Owners Conference
• MORE INFORMATION: Nearly 500 business owners and 100 exhibitors will gather for the annual Minority and Women Business Owners Conference, sponsored by One Southern Indiana.
• WHERE: Horseshoe Southern Indiana, Elizabeth.
• WHEN: Beginning at 8 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Registration, $110 before Feb. 26, $125 through March 18. The day includes breakfast, lunch, exhibitors and a selection of six workshops.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, cal 812-945-0266.
Program by Patrick Henry Hughes
• MORE INFORMATION: The Jeffersonville Township Public Library will present Patrick Henry Hughes for a program about his life and accomplishments.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville Township Public Library, 211 E. Court Avenue, Jeffersonville
• WHEN: 7 to 8:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-285-5630.
12 Hours of Grace
• MORE INFORMATION: 12 Hours of Grace is an invitation for active as well as inactive Catholics to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
• WHERE: Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 17452 Scheller Lane, New Albany.
• WHEN: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-944-1184.
>> MARCH 19
Tax Preparation Assistance
• MORE INFORMATION: The AARP is offering tax preparation assistance.
• WHERE: Henryville Public Library, 214 E. Main St., Henryville
• WHEN: Noon to 4 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-294-4246.
Fish Fry
• MORE INFORMATION: Knight of Columbus will sponsor a fish fry.
• WHERE: Knights of Columbus, 809 E. Main Street, New Albany.
• WHEN: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Menu listed.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-944-0891.
Book Sale
• MORE INFORMATION: Friends of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library, book sale.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville Township Public Library, 211 E. Court Avenue.
• WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Books, VHS tapes, cassettes, records, magazines and paperbacks priced to sell.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-285-5630.
Beginning Sewing Classes
• MORE INFORMATION: The Jeffersonville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting beginning sewing classes.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Bridge
• MORE INFORMATION: The YMCA Center of Southern Indiana is sponsoring Friday afternoon Bridge.
• WHERE: YMCA of Southern Indiana, 4812 Hamburg Pike, Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 12:30 to 3 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $2
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622.
Afternoon Card Sharks
• MORE INFORMATION: Afternoon Card Sharks, a variety of card games will be played during the afternoon.
• WHERE: Floyd County YMCA Center, 33 State Street, New Albany
• WHEN: 1 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free for Y members, $2 for non members
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622, ext. 111
Fish Fry
• MORE INFORMATION: Grace Lutheran Church, New Albany, will sponsor a fish fry every Friday during Lent.
• WHERE: Grace Lutheran Church, 1787 Klerner Lane, New Albany.
• WHEN: 5 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Adults, $7, children ages 3 to 12, $5 and children under 3, free. Eat in or carry out.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-941-1912.
Lenten Fish Fry
• MORE INFORMATION: St. Joe Hill Catholic Church Lenten fish fry
• WHERE: St. Joe Hill Catholic Church, 2605 St. Joe Road West, Sellersburg
• WHEN: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Fish and shrimp dinners, $8.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-246-4201.
Line and Partner Dance
• MORE INFORMATION: Sparkles and Spurs Line and Partner Dance.
• WHERE: Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1693, 1919 Grant Line Road, New Albany.
• WHEN: 7 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $5 a person.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-945-4039.
Lent Fish Fry
• MORE INFORMATION: Sacred Heart School is having a fish fry, every Friday of Lent.
• WHERE: Sacred Heart School, 1842 E. Eighth St., Jeffersonville, in Walpole Hall.
• WHEN: 5 to 7 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Adults, $8, senior citizens, $7, kids 10 and under, $4. A fish sandwich only is $3.50.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-3123.
>> MARCH 20
‘Blue’s Clues Live’
• MORE INFORMATION: Blue’s Clues Live! Blue’s Birthday Party.
• WHERE: Derby Dinner Playhouse, 525 Marriott Drive, Clarksville.
• WHEN: Saturday’s through March 20. Breakfast, 10 a.m. with buffet beginning at 9 a.m. Lunch, 1:15 p.m. with buffet from noon to 1 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Breakfast, $16, lunch, $21.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-288-8281.
Tax Preparation Assistance
• MORE INFORMATION: The AARP is offering tax preparation assistance.
• WHERE: Sellersburg Public Library, 430 N. Indiana Ave., Sellersburg.
• WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-246-4493.
Naturalist at Heart Program
• MORE INFORMATION: Naturalist at Heart Program, Birds at the Falls by Kathy Dennis.
• WHERE: Falls of the Ohio State Park, 201 W. Riverside Drive, Clarksville.
• WHEN: 9:30 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Admission to the Interpretive Center is $4 for adults and $1 for children ages 2 to 18.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-280-9907.
Book Sale
• MORE INFORMATION: Friends of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library, book sale.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville Township Public Library, 211 E. Court Avenue.
• WHEN: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Books, VHS tapes, cassettes, records, magazines and paperbacks priced to sell.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-285-5630.
Charlestown Craft Program
• MORE INFORMATION: The Charlestown-Clark County Public Library will sponsor a craft program.
• WHERE: Charlestown Library, 51 Clark Road, Charlestown.
• WHEN: 10 to 11 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-3337.
Charlestown Craft Program
• MORE INFORMATION: The Charlestown-Clark County Public Library will sponsor a craft program.
• WHERE: Sellersburg Library, 430 N. Indiana Ave., Sellersburg.
• WHEN: 1 to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-3337.
Book Sale
• MORE INFORMATION: The Friends of the New Albany-Floyd County Public Library have a book sale.
• WHERE: New Albany-Floyd County Public Library, 180 W. Spring St., New Albany.
• WHEN: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Prices vary. Open to the public.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-944-8464.
Quilter’s Day Out
• MORE INFORMATION: In celebration of National Quilters’ Day Out, the Sew-n-Tell Quilt Guild of New Albany is sponsoring the third annual Southern Indiana Quilter’s Day Out.
• WHERE: First Church of God, Silver Street and Charlestown Road, New Albany, in Harvest Hall.
• WHEN: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Admission, $2.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-945-9597.
Pancake Breakfast
• MORE INFORMATION: Clark County Republican women will sponsor a pancake breakfast
• WHERE: Applebee’s, 771 E. Lewis and Clark Parkway, Clarksville.
• WHEN: 8 to 10 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $5 per person.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-282-8683.
Pancake Breakfast
• MORE INFORMATION: Clark County Red Cross to host a pancake breakfast by Chris Cakes. All proceeds go to Disaster Relief in Clark County.
• WHERE: Bales Auto Mall, 630 Broadway, Jeffersonville
• WHEN: 9 to 11 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $7.50 per person. Children under two, free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-8416.
>> MARCH 21
IUS Spring Concert
• MORE INFORMATION: Indiana University Southeast brass band.
• WHERE: Richard K. Stem Concert Hall on the IU Southeast Campus, 4201 Grant Line Road, New Albany.
• WHEN: 3 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Adults, $8, students and senior citizens, $5.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-941-2655.
Single Mom’s Ministry
• MORE INFORMATION: Single Mom’s Ministry.
• WHERE: Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, 2212 State St., New Albany.
• WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-944-2570, Ext. 29.
>> MARCH 22
Tax Preparation Assistance
• MORE INFORMATION: The AARP is offering tax preparation assistance.
• WHERE: Charlestown Public Library, 51 Clark Road, Charlestown.
• WHEN: Noon to 4 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-3337.
Blood Donations
• MORE INFORMATION: The Clark County Chapter of the American Red Cross, blood donation.
• WHERE: Red Cross Center, 1805 E. Eighth St., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 1 to 6 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-8416.
Beginning Sewing Classes
• MORE INFORMATION: The Jeffersonville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting beginning sewing classes.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Coffee and Conversation
• MORE INFORMATION: Coffee and Conversation
• WHERE: Floyd County YMCA Center, 33 State Street, New Albany
• WHEN: 11 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Coffee is free for Y members, $2 for non members
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622, ext. 111.
>> MARCH 23
‘8 Track- Sounds of the 70’s’
• MORE INFORMATION: “8 Track- Sounds of the 70’s.”
• WHERE: Derby Dinner Playhouse, 525 Marriott Drive, Clarksville.
• WHEN: Now through April 4.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Prices vary depending on show time
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-288-8281.
Basic Computer Class
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting a basic computer class.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Senior Citizens Bingo
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting bingo.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon to 3 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Book Buddies
• MORE INFORMATION: The Charlestown-Clark County Public Library Book Buddies, a storyhour for kindergarten through second graders.
• WHERE: Charlestown Library, 51 Clark Road, Charlestown.
• WHEN: 4 to 4:45 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-3337.
Parent Education and Support Class
• MORE INFORMATION: Parent Education and Support Class.
• WHERE: Clark County Youth Shelter and Family Services, Inc., 118 E. Chestnut St. Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-284-5229.
Safe Sitter Class
• MORE INFORMATION: Floyd Memorial Hospital and Health Services is offering a Safe Sitter Class for ages 11-13.
• WHERE: Floyd Memorial Hospital and Health Services, 1850 State St., New Albany.
• WHEN: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $40 and registration is required.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-948-7400.
Long Term Care Seminar
• MORE INFORMATION: Long Term Care Seminar, presented by Jackie Taylor, an independent insurance broker.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville Township Public Library, 221 East Court Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 6 to 7 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-285-5630.
Louisiana Gumbo Supper
• MORE INFORMATION: Louisiana Gumbo Supper
• WHERE: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1015 E. Main St., New Albany.
• WHEN: 5:30 to 7 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $5 with all proceeds going to St. Paul’s Capital Campaign
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-944-0413.
>> MARCH 24
Tax Preparation Assistance
• MORE INFORMATION: The AARP is offering tax preparation assistance.
• WHERE: Sellersburg Public Library, 430 N. Indiana Ave., Sellersburg.
• WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-246-4493.
Naturalist at Heart Program
• MORE INFORMATION: Naturalist at Heart Program, Birds at the Falls by Kathy Dennis.
• WHERE: Falls of the Ohio State Park, 201 W. Riverside Drive, Clarksville.
• WHEN: 1 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Admission to the Interpretive Center is $4 for adults and $1 for children ages 2 to 18.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-280-9907.
Low Impact Exercises
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting low impact exercises.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Beginning Sewing Classes
• MORE INFORMATION: The Jeffersonville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting beginning sewing classes.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Walking Club
• MORE INFORMATION: Walking Club
• WHERE: Floyd County YMCA Center, 33 State Street, New Albany
• WHEN: 8 to 9 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free for Y members, $2 for non members
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622, ext. 111.
Parent Education and Support Class
• MORE INFORMATION: Parent Education and Support Class.
• WHERE: Cancer Care Center, 2210 Green Valley Road, New Albany.
• WHEN: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-284-5229.
>> MARCH 25
Senior Citizens Bingo
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting bingo.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon to 3 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Basic Computer Class
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting basic computer class.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Book Buddies
• MORE INFORMATION: The Charlestown-Clark County Public Library, Book Buddies for kindergarten through second graders.
• WHERE: Sellersburg Library, 430 N. Indiana Ave., Sellersburg.
• WHEN: 4 to 4:45 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-256-3337.
Senior Game Days
• MORE INFORMATION: Senior Game Days sponsored by Clarksville Parks Department. Bunco will be enjoyed.
• WHERE: Clarksville Community Center, 2311 Giltner Lane, Clarksville.
• WHEN: 10 a.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free for senior adults.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-5313.
The Life of Mary Amelia Ingalls
• MORE INFORMATION: The Jeffersonville Township Public Library will present Katie Carpenter for a program that celebrates the life of Mary Amelia Ingalls.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville Township Public Library, 211 E. Court Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 7 to 8:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-285-5630.
>> MARCH 26
Tax Preparation Assistance
• MORE INFORMATION: The AARP is offering tax preparation assistance.
• WHERE: Henryville Public Library, 214 E. Main St., Henryville
• WHEN: Noon to 4 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-294-4246.
Fish Fry
• MORE INFORMATION: Knight of Columbus will sponsor a fish fry.
• WHERE: Knights of Columbus, 809 E. Main Street, New Albany.
• WHEN: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Menu listed.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-944-0891.
Book Sale
• MORE INFORMATION: Friends of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library, book sale.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville Township Public Library, 211 E. Court Avenue.
• WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Books, VHS tapes, cassettes, records, magazines and paperbacks priced to sell.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-285-5630.
Beginning Sewing Classes
• MORE INFORMATION: The Jeffersonville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting beginning sewing classes.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
Bridge
• MORE INFORMATION: The YMCA Center of Southern Indiana is sponsoring Friday afternoon Bridge.
• WHERE: YMCA of Southern Indiana, 4812 Hamburg Pike, Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: 12:30 to 3 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $2
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622.
Afternoon Card Sharks
• MORE INFORMATION: Afternoon Card Sharks, a variety of card games will be played during the afternoon.
• WHERE: Floyd County YMCA Center, 33 State Street, New Albany
• WHEN: 1 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free for Y members, $2 for non members
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622, ext. 111.
Senior Citizen Bunco
• MORE INFORMATION: Ken Ellis Center is hosting bunco.
• WHERE: Ken Ellis Center, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave., Jeffersonville.
• WHEN: Noon.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-7356.
>> MARCH 27
Tax Preparation Assistance
• MORE INFORMATION: The AARP is offering tax preparation assistance.
• WHERE: Sellersburg Public Library, 430 N. Indiana Ave., Sellersburg.
• WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-246-4493.
Texas Hold’em Tournament
• MORE INFORMATION: Knights of Columbus Riding Team is hosting a Ride to Conquer Cancer Texas Holdem Tournament.
• WHERE: Knights of Columbus, 809 East Main St., New Albany.
• WHEN: Doors open at 4 p.m., dealing begins at 5:30 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Eight places will be paid if there is a minimum of 64 players.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 502-554-4849.
Book Sale
• MORE INFORMATION: Friends of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library, book sale.
• WHERE: Jeffersonville Township Public Library, 211 E. Court Avenue.
• WHEN: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Books, VHS tapes, cassettes, records, magazines and paperbacks priced to sell.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-285-5630.
Ancient Kentucke Historical Association
• MORE INFORMATION: Ancient Kentucke Historical Association
• WHERE: Falls of the Ohio State Park Interpretive Center, 201 W. Riverside Drive, Clarksville.
• WHEN: 2 p.m. in the auditorium on the big screen.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Program free with park admission, $5 for adults, $2 for children.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-280-9970.
Community Indoor Yard Sale
• MORE INFORMATION: American Legion Unit 28 will host a community indoor yard sale.
• WHERE: American Legion Bonnie Sloan Post, 1930 McDonald Lane, New Albany.
• WHEN: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Admission, free. Items priced to sell.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, cal 812-296-5497.
Tri-At-The-Y
• MORE INFORMATION: The second super sprint triathlon, Tri-At-The-Y, combines healthful family and individual exercises with raising money for the YMCA of Southern Indiana’s Strong Kids Campaign to make programs available for everyone, regardless of ability to pay.
• WHERE: Floyd County Branch of the YMCA, 33 State St., New Albany.
• WHEN: 10 a.m. Registration will begin at 8 p.m. with a pre-race meeting at 9:30 a.m. ANSI approved helmets are required.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: $35 for YMCA members and $45 for non-members.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-283-9622, ext. 220.
Washington County Historical Society
• MORE INFORMATION: Washington County Historical Society meeting.
• WHERE: Sevens Museum, John Hay Center, 307 East Market St., Salem.
• WHEN: 6 to 8 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Free
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-883-6495.
>> MARCH 28
IUS Spring Concert
• MORE INFORMATION: Kentucky Center Chamber Players.
• WHERE: Richard K. Stem Concert Hall on the IU Southeast Campus, 4201 Grant Line Road, New Albany.
• WHEN: 3 p.m.
• COST/MEMBERSHIP: Adults, $10, students and senior citizens, $8, children, $1.
• DEADLINE/REGISTER: More information, call 812-941-2655.
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