The Flat Rock Fireman’s Festival will be held on August 11 & 12. This includes Contest, Carnival Games, Music, Fireworks, Raffles, and more. View the complete schedule! Volunteers and donations are greatly appreciated for the event!
Read MoreMarietta Fish Fry (August 25 & 26)
The Marietta Community Volunteer Fire Department Annual Fall Fish Fry will be held on Fri., August 25 (4-9pm) & Sat.,, August 26 (11am-9pm). Check out the full details here.
Read MoreLewis Creek Baptist Church: Cuts-N-Crayons (July 29)
On Sat., July 29, Lewis Creek Baptist Church will have three hairdressers ready to cut and style your child’s hair while you get school supplies for your children to get ready for back to school! Location: 1400 E 600 S Waldron IN 46182
Read MoreSalvation Army: School Supply Distribution (July 22)
Need school supplies? Come to The Salvation Army (136 E Washington St.) Sat July 22nd. 11am-1pm. Be prepared to show proof of your child(ren). Grades K-12th. Excel students may also sign up with proof of enrollment.
Read MoreFamily Services & Prevention Programs: Building for Sale
Family Services & Prevention Programs / Healthy Families is selling their building (2021 S Riley Highway Shelbyville, IN 46176). Details about the office space. Employees will continue to serve Shelby County.
Read MoreSpecial Olympics - Shelby County: Dine to Donate (July 27)
Come have dinner on Thurs., July 27 (4:00pm-8:30pm) at The Chicken Inn to support Shelby County Special Olympics.
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Rupert's Ride (August 26)
Looking for a reason to ride? Join Rupert and their friends at Eagle Riders #357 for their Annual Rupert’s Ride to benefit Rupert’s Kids on Sat., August 26! Hope to see you there! The Eagle Riders have been big supporters in helping Rupert’s Kids for several years. For more information on Rupert’s, follow them on Facebook and Instagram as well as our website www.rupertskids.org.
Read MoreGroceries for Good: Food Drive (July 29)
Everyone thinks about donating items for those in need during the holidays so the need now in our community is GREAT. Please Help Feed the Need in our community by dropping off your donations atThe Shelbyville News office between 10am-2pm on Sat., July 29.
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Morristown Blessing Boxes Added
Sophomore, Michael Ballinger, recently installed two Blessing Boxes at the Morristown Elementary and High School for his Eagle Scout project. Read the full article via Shelbyville News.
Read MoreMajor Health Partners: Volunteers Welcomed
Every year, Major Health Partners volunteers provide more than 20,000 hours of service. Whether young in age or young at heart, MHP volunteers share their hearts and talents in service to the hospital, its patients, visitors and guests - no matter where they are working!
Read MoreStrand Theatre: American Blonde (Rescheduled to February 17)
American Blonde will be performing at The Strand Theatre on Sat., February 17 at 7:30pm (*Please note that this is a rescheduled event). Get your tickets here. Check out The Strand’s full calendar of events!
Read MoreGirl Scouts at Dairy Queen (Free Membership Opportunity - Aug. 12)
On August 12th, you can join Girl Scouts for absolutely FREE as part of our "MINT to be a Girl Scout" partnership with Dairy Queen! Just scan the QR code on August 12th or join Girl Scouts of Shelby County at the Shelbyville Indiana Dairy Queen location from 11am-2pm to learn more about Girl Scouts and get in on the fun.
Read MoreShelby Community Band Receives IAC Grant
The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) announced on July 6, 2023 that it has awarded $2,400 to the Shelby Community Band for Commissioning New Wind Band Music through the Arts Project Support grant program. During its June 9 Quarterly Business Meeting, the Commission approved funding recommendations for the Arts Project Support and Arts Organization Support grant programs.
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Serve Shelby Day (National Philanthropy Day) - Wishlists due by August 15
Whether you want to take on a service project for a local organization, donate financially, or purchase an item for them that they need the most, we encourage you or your business to support the Shelby County, Indiana community on Wed., November 15, 2023 for National Philanthropy Day. Local Nonprofits and Charitable Organizations, learn more and fill out a quick wishlist for the directory. Community members, stay tuned for details on how you can give back!
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BryteBridge Microgrants (Due November 1)
BryteBridge, a provider of compliance and development services to the nonprofit community, announces Microgrant Program to help emerging nonprofits continue to impact their local communities. In 2023, $20,000 in cash and service grants will be distributed to nonprofits nationwide. Applications must be received before November 1, 2023. Announcements will be made on Giving Tuesday — November 28, 2023.
Read MoreMorristown Derby Days (July 29)
Morristown Derby Days is a longstanding tradition for the Morristown community! Keep updated about the festival details here.
Read MoreOur Hospice of South Central Indiana: Volunteers Needed
Our Hospice of South Central Indiana is looking for volunteers who want to make a difference in the lives of Our Hospice patients and families. Volunteers provide companionship in the patient's home or care facility typically one day a week. It's a very rewarding and meaningful way to give back. Contact Kelsey Whitehead (812) 314-8031 today if you are interested or complete a volunteer application at https://www.crh.org/service-centers/hospice/volunteer
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HSI, Inc.: Need an Air Conditioner?
Need an air conditioner? Your household could qualify for a free air conditioner through Human Services, Inc..
Read MoreShelby County Chamber of Commerce: Duck Derby (August 5)
The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2023 Duck Derby is on Sat., August 5 in the river by the patio at Blue Agave (530 N Harrison St, Shelbyville, IN 46176). Register Here. If you have questons, please email KylieMcCrory@shelbychamber.net or call at 317-398-6647.
Read MorePete Jarvis Organization Inc™: Brenda Kay (Sturgill) Turner Honored
The Executive Board of Pete Jarvis Organization Inc™, the fiscal sponsor of Pete Jarvis' Cornstock™, wanted to honor Brenda Kay (Sturgill) Turner for her years of hard work and dedication to helping the residents of Shelby County through her volunteer work at Cornstock. The Board collected plastic bottle caps and obtained an eight-foot rainbow-colored park bench. On Friday, June 2, 2023, the bench was placed in Morrison Park, the home of the original Pete Jarvis' Cornstock™.
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