ANDERSON, Ind. —
‘Oliver!’ auditions set for Aug. 7-8
ANDERSON — The next audition call for Anderson’s Mainstage Theatre will be for the upcoming production of “Oliver!”
Auditions are from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 7, and from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 8, at the theater, 124 W. Ninth St.
Those wishing leading or character roles will need to bring a song to sing, and be prepared to read from the script.
An accompanist will be available.
“Oliver!” will run Sept. 30 and Oct. 2, 8 and 9.
Visitors craft walking sticks at Mounds
ANDERSON — Mounds State Park is conducting a walking stick workshop at 2 p.m. Saturday.
The workshop will be held at the park’s visitor center.
All are welcome; kids under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Call 649-8128. Activity fee is $5 per person covers all supplies needed.
There is also a $5 gate fee.
Jamboree to feature Saturday pet parade
MARKLEVILLE — A Pet Parade will be held at the Markleville Community Park as part of the Markleville Jamboree on Saturday, Aug. 7, at noon.
Prizes will be awarded for best dressed, owner/pet look-alike and talent.
For more information, call 533-9012 or 533-3326.
Classy cars to benefit Alzheimer’s group
ANDERSON — The local Alzheimer’s Support Group will sell watermelon slices at the Classy Car Show on Sunday, Aug. 15, from 1 to 4 p.m.
Visitors should come to the area behind Community Hospital at the pond for a nostalgic afternoon for a good cause.
Wearing ’50s garb is encouraged.
Markleville to show off kids’ talents
MARKLEVILLE — The Markleville Jamboree will host a talent contest on Saturday, Aug. 7, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
First prize will be $25; second price, $15; and third prize, $10.
Performances will be confined to the stage. Time limit is 5 minutes. For information, call 533-9012.
Cornhole tourney Saturday at AMVETS
PENDLETON — A cornhole tournament will be held at 1 p.m. today at the Pendleton AMVETS, 939 S. Broadway.
Team sign-up time is noon. The public is invited to participate.
Booth sign-ups taken for Heritage Days
FRANKTON — Non-food booth applications for the Frankton Heritage Days Festival, Sept. 17-19, are now being taken.
Deadline is Sept. 5; to reserve the same location, the deadline is Aug. 5.
Rental rate is $8 per front foot in the tent and $6 per front foot outside. Rental includes water and electricity $5 for the weekend.
For more information or questions, call 754-3218, or 617-9864 or Evelyn Whetsel at 754-7617.
Vendors sought for Community Fair
ANDERSON — Operation Love is now accepting registrations for craft and food vendors, organizations, and church groups for its “Saturday in Park” event set for Sept. 25 at Shadyside Park.
To register or for more information call 317-522-3766.
Community
Community Briefs: July 31
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Home a needed retreat
Turning tragedy into triumph, Jim and Jane Coyle threw themselves into the project of building a new home after the death of their college-aged son.
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'A day in their paws'
For Amy Swinford, staying in a concrete dog kennel with barred doors for 24 hours will certainly be challenging. But the Madison County Humane Society board member said the overnight stay was a tiny sacrifice in light of the situation that dogs and cats are facing.
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Area churches schedule Lenten breakfast series
The Anderson Area Christian Men’s Lenten Breakfast Series Committee recently announced the schedule of Lenten breakfasts for this year.
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Verna Davis: Jesus' love deserving, and it's not too late to send a Valentine
This year I wish I had sent God a Valentine. I wish I had told that I love him more now than ever. I wish I had remembered to thank him for first loving me.
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Community Briefs: Feb. 11
A compilation of community news items as published in the Saturday edition of the Herald Bulletin.
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Church News: Feb. 11
The following are brief Church News items of local interest.
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After-hours party joins night of romance at ASO concert
The Anderson Symphony Orchestra is hosting more than a night of romance on Feb. 11. It’s throwing an after-hours party with desserts, coffee and a cash bar.
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Live music: Feb. 10
The following listings for live music are published in Friday's edition of the Herald Bulletin.
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Weekend Calendar: Feb. 10
Entertainment activities at area venues for Feb. 10-11.
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Search for history on Mars
Greg McCauley will discuss a Mars mission at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Pendleton Public Library, 595 E. Water St. The 45-minute talk featuring multimedia is free and open to the public.
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