Shelby County Players is hosting a Community Open House on Sat., Sept. 26 (11am-3pm).
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Shelby County Health Dept.: Safe Sitter Course (Oct. 3)
SAFESITTER Essentials with CPR prepares students in grades 6–8 to safely stay home alone, care for younger siblings, or babysit through hands-on activities covering choking rescue, CPR, and other essential safety skills. The class will be held October 3 from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. at the Shelby County Health Department, with registration limited to 10 students and a cost of $20.
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BRCF Creative Committee: For the Birds - Celebration of Art & Nature in Shelby County
Come celebrate the completion of Carl Leck's bird mural and Shelby County's designation as Indiana's first county-wide BirdTown. Explore the connections between art, nature, and the birds in our own backyard.
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Shelby County Youth Assistance Program - Lunch Buddies Needed
Shelby County Youth Assistance Program is looking for Lunch Buddy Volunteers. Help make a difference with a student in our community! Call 317-421-8141 for more information.
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B.R.A.N.C.H. Weed Wrangle (Sept. 19 -*New Date)
BRANCH is a local nonprofit who is working on clearing out some invasive honeysuckle along the river bank. It’s a fun group! The next ‘Weed Wrangle’ will be held on Sat., Sept. 19 (1-3pm). They’d love as many hands on deck as possible! Work gloves, closed-toe shoes, and water are all encouraged. They will be working on the section of the trail closest to the horse barn behind the fairgrounds. Contact Kris Schwickrath for more questions.
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'Pack the Cruiser' at Kroger (Sept. 19)
Pack the Cruiser for Shelby County Pantry Pals! A big thank you to Kroger and our local police and fire departments for supporting Shelby County Pantry Pals! Twice a year, they team up to host Pack the Cruiser at Kroger in Shelbyville. On Saturday, Sept. 19 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m., shoppers are encouraged to pick up a few extra shelf-stable food items while they shop and donate them on their way out. Every donation stays local! All food collected will be divided among Shelby County food pantries to help stock their shelves and support our neighbors.
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Gleaners Mobile Pantry - Volunteers Needed (Sept. 19)
Volunteers make all of the difference! 🍎 The Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc. is held in the parking lot of Blue River Career Program in Shelbyville on the third Saturday of each month from 10am-Noon (Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 21, and Dec. 19). The Mobile Pantry is also in Morristown on the fourth Friday of each month from 1-2:30pm (Sept. 25, Oct. 23, Nov. 27). Volunteers are always needed and appreciated! If you would like to help out, you can just show up approximately a half hour before the distribution.
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Feast of Plenty Coming to Shelby County!
This Thanksgiving, local partners are working with Feast of Plenty to establish a new Shelbyville satellite location at the Shelby County Boys & Girls Club. This will make free Thanksgiving meals more accessible to Shelby County residents. Volunteers, businesses, churches, and community members will have opportunities to help package and deliver meals and donate grocery bags for participating households. Stay tuned for details!
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Arts in the Park: Volunteers Needed (Sept. 12)
Shelby County Arts Fest 'Arts in the Park' is right around the corner! Volunteers are needed at this Family-Friendly event on Sat., Sept. 12.
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Shelbyville Business & Professional Women: Dine to Donate Fundraiser (Aug. 10)
Stop by Culver’s (1930 N Morristown Rd. Shelbyville IN 46176) on Mon., August 10 any time from 5-8pm. A portion of sales will be donated to Shelbyville Business & Professional Women.
Read MoreCommunity Foundation of Hancock County: News Navigators Program
The Community Foundation of Hancock County is offering the following program: News Navigators. Through presentations, discussions, and conversations with local media professionals and content creators, participants will have an opportunity to learn how news is produced, explore the changing media landscape, and engage in thoughtful dialogue about issues that affect how people stay informed. Learn More and Register...
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Su Casa and De Colores Arts Collective now serving Shelby County
Two new agencies have joined our Shelby County Nonprofit family!
Su Casa: Latino centered social service agency
De Colores Arts Collective: Celebrating Hispanic cultural arts, music, craft, and community
Shelby County YMCA: New Director
Josh Martin was hired as the new Executive Director of the Shelby County YMCA. He will officially begin his new role on Mon., August 10. Congrats, Josh!
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Morristown Community Historical Society: (2nd and 4th Tuesday)
All are welcome to attend Morristown Community Historical Society monthly meetings! They meet every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 7pm at the Morristown Fire Station.
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Judicial District 17 VASIA: Lunch & Learn (Sept. 17)
Judicial District 17 VASIA invites community members to a Lunch & Learn on September 17 at Vino Villa in Greenwood, IN to explore what it means to become a volunteer advocate. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet current advocates, learn how they can make a meaningful difference in the life of a vulnerable adult, and enjoy a complimentary lunch. As a thank-you for attending, each participant will receive a gift card, making this a great opportunity for anyone interested in learning more about advocacy in a welcoming, informal setting.
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Cancer Association of Shelby County: Annual Cancer Bash (Sept. 12)
Join the Cancer Association of Shelby County for the 15th Annual Cancer Bash on Saturday, September 12, at the Royal Grand Palace in Shelbyville. Enjoy a delicious dinner catered by Flame Kissed BBQ, bid on exciting items during the live and silent auctions, and help provide financial assistance to Shelby County residents battling all types of cancer. Tickets are $30 per person, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and dinner served at 6:00 p.m.
Read MoreCharitable Advisors: 10 Grant Opportunities for IN Nonprofits (by Morgan Riley)
Finding grant funding can feel especially challenging in today's uncertain landscape, but new opportunities are available. In a recent Charitable Advisors article, Morgan Riley shares 10 grant opportunities for Indiana nonprofits and offers practical encouragement for organizations looking to diversify funding, strengthen partnerships, and build long-term resilience. Whether your organization is large or small, this resource is a great place to start exploring new funding possibilities. Read article…
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Shelby Community Band: Camp Crescendo: Fine-Tuning Your Skill (Aug. 23)
Shelby Community Band meets at St. Luke's Church every Tues. at 7pm for practice. This is open to anyone 18 years and older. They perform seven concerts / year. They can bring smaller ensembles for events. They are offering the following workshop on Aug. 23 (4-6pm) at St. Luke's Church: 'Camp Crescendo: Fine-Tuning Your Skill.'
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Shelby County Players receives $1M Arts & Culture Award (READI 2.0)
Shelby County Players recently received a $1 million Arts & Culture Award through Indiana's READI 2.0 program to support Phase 2 of the Wortman Family Civic Theatre project. The funding will provide professional lighting, sound, audio-visual, and networking technology, enhancing performances while expanding opportunities for educational programs, community events, workforce training, and increased accessibility.
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Shelby County Arts Fest: Arts in the Park (Sept. 12)
Plan to join the Shelby County Arts Fest for Arts in the Park on Saturday, September 12 (9am-2pm / Free Admission) at Blue River Memorial Park in Shelbyville.
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