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ABATE of Jefferson County will hold its monthly meeting on Wednesday April 9th.
The meeting dates for the rest of the year are:
May 14, June 11, July 9, August 13, September 10, October 8, November 12, December 12.
The Meeting will begin at 7:30pm at the American Legion. American Bikers Aimed Toward Education is an organization dedicated to the safety, education and rights of motorcyclists. All current and prospective members are invited to attend. For more information call Jackie at 812-273-7397.

Revival at the Church of Christ in Versailles - April 6 - 11. Held at 6:30pm nightly and features Paul Nichols, Evangelist.

Prevent Child Abuse of Jefferson Co. Fundraiser - April 9th at the Red Pepper Deli, Cafe & Catering. A portion of that day's purchases will go to the Jefferson Co. chapter. For more information call Rena at 265-4223 or Nancy at 866-2636.

Prevent Child Abuse of Jefferson Co. Lifesaver Day - April 12th - A Fundraiser held at Wal-Mart to bring about awareness and raise funds for future prevention activities. For more information call Rena at 265-4223 or Nancy at 866-2636.

Bridges for Animals - A monthly meeting open to the public. All animal lovers are welcome. April 10th at 6:30 P.M. at the Madison Public Library. For more information call Vickie Crane 812-265-8856.

Jefferson Co. Soccer Association Soccer Clinic - Held from 5:30 to 6:30pm at the Rucker Sports Complex on Tuesdays & Thursdays from April 3 - April 29. Open to grades K-8. Cost is $20 for the whole month.

E.O. Muncie School Fair and Live Auction - Friday April 11 from 5:30 to 8pm. Dinner, games, raffle and live auction. The auction begins at 7pm and is Open to the Public.

Switzerland County YMCA Healthy Kids Day - Sat. April 12th from 9-12pm. Free & open to the public. Community groups with children related information will be on hand, free swimming for children w/ an adult, goodie bags for the first 150 children, door prizes and much more! For more information call (812) 427-9622.

Pope John Elementary Scholastic Book Fair - April 14 thru 18 from 7:30 - 5pm in the Pope John cafeteria.

Revival at North Madison Baptist Church 1906 Orchard Street Madison, IN. 47250. Friday April 18th at 7:00 pm, Saturday April 19th at 7:00 pm, and Sunday April 20th at 10:30 am. Evangelist: Rev. Dave Warren. Music Evangelist: Greg Mullins.

Madison Consolidated Schools Education Foundation Annual Superintendent's Dinner - Fri. April 18 at 6pm. Dr. Sue DeWine, president of Hanover College will be the guest speaker. Tickets are $100 and reservations can be made by calling 273-8511 or email psmith@madison.k12.in.us. Proceeds help fund academic teams and small educational grants for Madison Consolidated Schools.

Brushy Fork Baptist Church Annual Chicken Fry - April 19 from 4 - 7:30pm. Located one mile west of Pleasant on Hwy 250. Freewill Donations will be accepted.

The "Jubilees" In concert Saturday April 26th at 6:00 pm. Hosted by "River of Peace" North Madison Baptist Church 1906 Orchard Street Madison, IN. 47250. For information please call 1-812-273-3012.

American Red Cross and Jefferson County United Way Spring Golf Scramble - Sunday April 27 at Sunrise Golf Course. Registration begins at 11:30am with a 12:30pm Scramble start. Entry fee: $225 for a four person team. Hole sponsorship:$150. Hole and Team combined fee: $340. Entries can be sent to the Amberican Red Cross, 404 E. Main Street, Madison, IN 47250. Entries must be received by April 11.

Men's Only TurboKick Class - Sun. April 27 at Fit for the King Fitness Center from 4-5pm. Free admission. For more information, call RaeAne at 701-6940.

Prevent Child Abuse of Jefferson Co. Blue Sunday - April 27th. Local churches will join in prayer for victims of child abuse. For more information call Rena at 265-4223 or Nancy at 866-2636.

Prevent Child Abuse of Jefferson Co. Reception - April 28th at North United Methodist Church. Awards will be given to Poster and Poetry Contest Winners. For more information call Rena at 265-4223 or Nancy at 866-2636.

Fifth Annual SCC Car Show - May 3rd (Raindate: May 10th) - Held at the Southeastern Career Center in Versailles. Registration is from 9 - 12pm and costs $15. Awards will be given at 2:30pm. The first 50 registered will receive a free T-shirt. There will also be food, games, music, door prizes, raffles, and a 50/50 drawing. For more information, call (812) 689-5253 ext. 243 or email jpflum@sccenter.k12.in.us.

The Big Oaks Conservation Society and Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge are hosting the fourth annual Outdoor Women at Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge on Sat. June 7. This is a one day program designed to offer women ages 14 and over toe opportunity to gain valuable skills in an environment that encourages fun and success in the outdoors. There will be camping, fishing, hiking, conoeing, bird watching, archery, shooting sports, and much more. Registration forms can be downloaded from www.fws.gov/midwest/bigoaks or www.bigoaks.org. To have a registration form mailed, call the office at 812-273-0783. Some classes are limited in size so registration is recommended to get into first choice classes. The registration deadline is May 1. Early bird registration before May 1 is $45.00 after May 1 $50.00. Registration fee includes a choice of 3 courses, lunch and refreshments, use of equipment and supplies, day pass to Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge OWBO tote bag.

Walk for Life - Sat. May 10. Hosted by the Choices for Women Resource Center. The first 80 who raise over $50 and register will receive a free water bottle. The walk will begin at the center located at 314 St. Michael's Avenue. For more information or to register, call 273-0400.

The Goldenrod Gala Committee is currently seeking applications for its annual juries arts and crafts festival held at General Butler State Resort Park on August 30, 2008. To apply for booth spaces, contact Mandy Parker or Rhonda Welch at (502) 732-7030. Additional info can be found at www.goldenrodgala.com.

Volunteers are needed at the Madison - Jefferson County Animal Shelter. Cash donations, puppy chow, paper towels, bleach, Dawn dishwashing liquid (without bleach) would also be helpful. The shelter is located at 2727 Hannah Drive in Madison Indiana. Operation hours are 12-5 pm Monday/Thursday/Friday, noon-4 pm on Saturday, noon-3 pm on Sunday, and closed Tuesday and Wednesday.

Tired of cooking? Come eat lunch at the Madison Senior Center 208 West Main Street. Lunch is served at 11:30 Monday through Friday. Call 812-265-5376 for a reservation 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Donation for the meal is encouraged. Transportation is available.

 

 

 

 

 

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