Mayor Furgeson and the City of Shelbyville employees will host a “FREE LUNCH” which will include a hotdog and chips with a drink. This event is in conjunction with Shelby Senior Services Strawberries on the Square event.
Read MoreShelby Senior Services: Strawberry Festival (June 6)
Shelby Senior Services' Annual Strawberry Festival is back! Join them on Friday, June 6th in downtown Shelbyville or in the MHP Parking Lot where walk-up or drive-thru will be available from 11am-2pm for strawberry shortcake and ice cream. Cost is $8. They will be accepting cash or Venmo.
Read MoreStrand Theatre Suspends Operations Due to Condemnation of Adjoining Structure
UPDATE - The issue with the insurance has been resolved and the theatre is up and running again!
The Strand Theatre has made the decision to cease all operations effective immediately. This comes due to events beyond the Strand’s control.
Shelby County Chamber of Commerce: Member Appreciation Lunch (May 16)
If your business or organization is registered with the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce, make sure to attend the Member Appreciation Luncheon on Fri., May 16 (free for members). Stop by anytime between 11am-1pm. RSVP to kyliemccrory@shelbychamber.net or online. (*Also don’t miss out on their Annual 50/50 Raffle! Learn more.)
Read MoreSt. Joseph Catholic Church: True North VBS (June 2-5)
St. Joseph Catholic Church will host Vacation Bible School (VBS) from June 2-5 (9am-Noon). The theme is ‘True North ~ Trusting Jesus in a Wild World.’ Volunteers are needed.
Read MoreSt. Joe Festival (May 8, 9, 10)
IT'S FESTIVAL TIME!! The annual St. Joe Spring Festival will bring the return of rides, games, concerts, beer garden, and GREAT FOOD.
Read MoreRupert's Kids Community Days
If you want to shop and support a good cause, make sure to follow Rupert’s Kids for their regular Community Days Events in Shelbyville and Flat Rock. Community Day Events are a unique opportunity for Rupert's Kids to give back to the community while also supporting our mission through fundraising. These events are made possible through our valuable partnership with CVS, which donates unused inventory that might otherwise end up in landfills. You can learn more and sign up to receive their enewsletter here.
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Fairland Historical Society: Hoosier Basketball History (August 20)
After a brief business meeting of the Joseph Boggs Society, the Fairland Historical Society & Joseph Boggs Society will co-host a program celebrating Hoosier Basketball History. Noah Dahlquist from the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame will share Indiana basketball history & discuss the Hall of Fame Museum. Then, they want YOU to participate by sharing YOUR Boggstown, Fairland, Moral, & Triton basketball memories. They’ll have photos of some of the teams on display, plus refreshments! This event is free & open to the public; donations accepted.
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Fairland Historical Society: Preserving Family Heirlooms Program (July 15)
Do you have some treasured heirlooms that have been passed down through the generations of your family? Tamara Hemmerlein, Director, Local History Services, Indiana Historical Society, will discuss best practices for preserving those items. This event is free & open to the public; donations accepted. It will be held on Tues., July 15 at 7pm at Moral Township Government Center (8333 N Frontage Rd, Fairland, IN 46126)
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Fairland Historical Society: Fairland Walking Tours (June 13 & 14)
Will you be attending the Fairland Volunteer Fire Department Fish Fry on June 13 or 14? Look for the Fairland Historical Society tent to speak with their volunteers, and join one of their Fairland Walking Tours.
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Fairland Historical Society: Early Transportation of Central IN (May 4)
Nancy VanArendonk, President of the Franklin Township Historical Society, will give a presentation on early transportation in central Indiana, including the railroads that changed our communities on Sat., May 4 at 2pm. This event is free & open to the public; donations accepted.
Read MoreFairland Historical Society - Photo Collection Online
The Fairland Historical Society has been working to scan historic photos of the Fairland area. They are excited to share that you may now view their photo collection online at https://hub.catalogit.app/16319.
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Blue River Community Foundation collecting Shelby Co. Nonprofit Promo Materials
Blue River Community Foundation is working on a display unit for their office that will showcase local nonprofits. If your organization has a flyer, brochure, or booklet that shares basic information about your organization, please connect with Laura Land (lland@blueriverfoundation.com / 317-392-7955).
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SMS: Back to School Expo - Supply Drive
Shelbyville Middle School is organizing a community fair during their registration on July 21 & 22 (1-8pm). They hope to have items available for families, free of charge. Some items that they envision are the following: Haircuts, Dental Supplies, Backpack, Coats (New/Gently Used), Shoes (New), and School Supplies. If your organization would be interested in partnering with their school corporation, please contact Katie Beyer at kabeyer@shelbycs.org or 317-650-7875.
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Purdue Extension: Nutrition Education Program Study
The Purdue Extension Nutrition Education Program (NEP) is partnering with Purdue researchers for a statewide study of the impacts of our direct education toward meeting the dietary quality and food security needs of children and their parents/caregivers. They are seeking eligible parent/caregiver and child (5-18 years old) pairs who are interested in participating in our free lesson series, and who are willing to take part in study assessments with the research team over the course of one year. For their time, participant pairs are compensated up to $180 total ($90 each) in Amazon gift cards.
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MHP: Bump 2 Baby & Beyond - Free Health Fair (May 17)
Are you thinking of having a baby? Are you currently pregnant? Expecting a new grandchild? You won't want to miss MHP's Bump 2 Baby & Beyond: Health Fair which will include raffles, free samples, information booths & more! This free event will be held on the 2nd floor of the MHP Medical Center on Saturday, May 17 from 9 a.m. - Noon.
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Tree Trot (April 26)
The 4th Annual Tree Trot 5K Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, April 26 at Blue River Memorial Park.
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YMCA: Healthy Kids Day (April 26)
Stop by the YMCA on Sat., April 26 for Healthy Kids Day! Learn more about this fun-filled event that celebrates kids being kids. If you want to table for this event please reach out to Amy at "Amy Klene" a.klene@shelbycountyymca.org.
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MHP: Workshop for New & Expectant Parents (April 19)
MHP is hosting a workshop for new and expectant parents on Sat., April 19 (8:30am-12:30pm) at the MHP Admin Building (2325 Intelliplex Dr. Shelbyville IN 46176). Register today.
Read MoreShelby County Soil and Water Conservation District: Plant Sale
Spring has sprung! Time to order your native plants! Plant orders from the Shelby County Soil and water Conservation District (SWCD) are due April 24th. Plant pickup is May 8th.
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