Need seeds? Have extra seeds? Visit the Morristown Seed Library at the Velma Wortman Morristown Branch of the Shelby County Public Library. With your library card, you can check out seeds for FREE! They have flower, herb, fruit, and vegetable seeds. They also accept seed donations.
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Blue River Community Foundation: Lunch & Learn Workshop '2024 Grant Opportunities'
Blue River Community Foundation (BRCF) is hosting a ‘Lunch & Learn’ Workshop about their 2024 Grant Opportunities on Mon., February 12 from 11:30am-1pm at ECHO Effect Arts Campus (102 East Washington St, Shelbyville, IN 46176). Learn what grants are available to Shelby County charitable organizations through BRCF along with some tips to help you with your application. The workshop is FREE to attend but RSVP is required -please email Jordan England, Grants & Nonprofit Relations Director - jengland@blueriverfoundation.com
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S.A.S.S. Hygiene Drive
Local Social Service Agencies are collecting items such as laundry detergent, shampoo / conditioner, body wash / bar soap, deodorant, feminine hygiene products, toothpaste, toothbrushes, etc. for their annual hygiene drive. Donations can be dropped off at Community Corrections (February 19 - March 18). Distribution will be open to the public at the Ville Church from 11am-2pm on March 23.
Read MoreWestside Wesleyan Church: Food Pantry Update & Youth Groups
Westside Wesleyan Church (535 Dunn Ave. Shelbyville IN 46176) has changed their food pantry hours. Their pantry is now open on the third Saturday of every month from 9 to 11 AM. They also offer two weekly youth groups.
Read MoreShelby County Arts Fest: Intro to Arts Classes (February 24)
Shelby County Arts Fest is gearing up for Intro to Arts on February 24 (9am-4pm) at Echo Effect (102 East Washington Street Shelbyville IN 46176). Plan to join us to enjoy a day filled with a variety of art lessons. Choose a class that interests you and come to Intro to Arts to learn to make something new! This year, a variety of art classes offered will include making a bunny wreath, Chainmaille jewelry, cupcake decorating, making centerpieces, Painting with Dawn (acrylics), painting glass bottles, Quilling (picture frame), stained glass, watercolor painting, and more. Learn more and Registration Details.
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Shelby Community Band: From the Earth to the Moon (April 7)
Ready to groove with the Shelby Community Band during the Total Eclipse weekend? Blast off with 'From Earth to the Moon' at The Commons in Columbus on Sunday, April 7 at 2 pm! Experience cosmic tunes from Star Trek, Star Wars, 2001: A Space Odyssey, and more!
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Indiana Arts Commission - Arts Project Support Grant
The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) and its Regional Arts Partners announced the opening of applications for the Fiscal Year 2025 Arts Project Support grant program.
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Blue River Community Foundation 2024 Grant Cycles
Blue River Community Foundation awards grant money to nonprofit organizations that support our community in the areas of healthcare, education, arts and culture, civic areas, and social services. Nearly $23M has been granted since 1994 when the first grant was awarded. Learn more about the 2024 Grant Cycles or view/print .pdf.
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IN Humanities: Grant Information Session (January 25)
Indiana Humanities will be in Shelbyville at Echo Effect on January 25 (9-10:30am) to share information about the grants and programming stipends that they offer along with the types of activities that they fund! Space is limited and registration is required. It is FREE to attend!
If you are interested in attending, RSVP here: Echo Effect: https://bit.ly/41HVGtI
Read MoreShelbyville Parks and Rec.: New Notification System
Shelbyville Parks and Recreation is asking participants to opt in to their notification system. Anyone who is registered for any of their programs, camps, sports, or classes will receive important updates via text or email. Click the link to get started.
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