Bulletin Board For Feb, 26

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General Interest

Save the date: Year of Mercy Event, 6:30-8 p.m., Aug. 26, St. Benedict Cathedral, Evansville; all are invited to an evening of reflection with ValLimar Jansen, known for her captivating storytelling style, extraordinary musical talent and authentic witness of the Scripture.

6th Annual Catechist Formation Day, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Aug. 27, Catholic Center, Evansville; “Proclaiming Jesus’ Message of Mercy and Hope,” with keynote speaker, ValLimar Jansen, college professor, vocalist, composer, storyteller and conference presenter will help us understand how music, drama and storytelling can be valuable tools in Catechetical ministry; sponsored by the Office of Catechesis.

Third Annual Don’t Stop Running or Walking for Lent, 8 a.m., March 5, Scales Lake, Boonville; 5K/ Run/Walk with various age and gender groups hosted by St. Clement, Boonville; $25 fee; visit www.stclementparish.org for information; online registration available at www.raceit.com/search3/event.aspx?id=31521.

St. Boniface Knights of St. John Spot Shoot, noon-dusk, Feb. 28, March 6 and 13; Hilltop Grove, 3714 Detroy Road.

Small Flock Chicken Care, 1-5 p.m., March 5, White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, St. Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind.; learn basic care, shelter needs and feeding; $25/person; registration/information, call 812-535-2932.

“Angela: A Woman for All Times,” 5-6:30 p.m., March 1, Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center, Maple Mount, Ky.; dinner and presentation by Ursuline Sister Marietta Wethington; $20/person; registration required; Kathy.mccarty@maplemount.org or 270-229-0206.

Yarn Spinners Weekend, March 4-6, Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center, Maple Mount, Ky.; for those who enjoy yarn spinning, weaving, rug hooking, knitting or crocheting; all skill levels are welcome; for registration details contact Kathy.mccarty@maplemount.org or 270-229-0206.

David Haas to perform at St. Mary-of-the-Woods, March 11 and 12, Sisters of Providence of St. Mary-of-the-Woods will host liturgical composer David Haas for a workshop and concert; for event details and ticket information, call 812-535-2952 or email jfrost@spsmw.org.

Indiana Catholic Women’s Conference, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. EST, March 19, Indianapolis Downtown Marriot; speakers include Father James Blount, SOLT, Michelle Faehnle, Emily Jaminet, Anthony Mullen and Annie Karto, Mass with Archbishop Joseph W. Tobin; details and registration, call 317-888-0873 or email mariancntr@aol.com.

Card Party

St. Patrick Family Game and Card Party, 12:00 p.m., March 13; Sts. Peter and Paul cafeteria, Haubstadt; $5/person or $15/family includes door prizes, sandwiches, chips and drinks; Chinese auction and half pot; reservations required, call 812-768-6941; benefits Right to Life of Gibson County.

College Faith Life

UE Newman Center Sunday Mass, 1 p.m., Neu Chapel, University of Evansville; for more information contact Kristel Riffert at 812-760-8610 or by email at kriffert@evdio.org.

USI Newman Center Sunday Mass, 4 p.m., Liberal Arts Building, Room 0101, USI campus; for more information contact Joe Paul Hayden at jphayden1@eagles.usi.edu.

Dance

St. Wendel Knights of St. John Dance, 8-11 p.m., March 5, St. Wendel Knights Home, St. Wendel; featuring Styl Country; $20 per couple includes snacks and set ups; proceeds to benefit the Ronald McDonald House; for information call 812-985-2689.

Dinners

Family Style All-You-Can-Eat Chicken Dinner, 10:45 a.m.-1 p.m., March 6, Kaiser Hall-Holy Cross School cafeteria, Fort Branch; $9.50/adults, $4.50/children; carry out available

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60 Clabber Group, 1-4 p.m., every Tuesday and Thursday, Nativity cafeteria, Evansville; everyone is welcome.

Fit Over Fifty, 7 p.m. Mondays, 10 a.m. Tuesdays, 8 a.m. Fridays during the school year, St. John the Baptist School arena, Newburgh; fitness program designed for people 50 and over includes aerobics, strength, flexibility, balance exercises, go at your own pace; no cost, donations accepted; for information call the parish office at 812-490-1000.

Health

St. Mary’s/Home Depot Women’s Night Out, 6-8 p.m., March 8, Home Depot, 5240 Pearl Drive, Evansville; health fair, do-it-yourself clinics, free food, giveaways, special guests; for information, call Stu at Home Depot, 812-423-6710.

Getting Ready for Baby Brother or Sister, 6-7 p.m., March 9, Memorial Hospital’s Board Conference Room, Jasper; children over age of 4 may attend; class includes tour of the nursery, demonstrations in infant holding, burping, feeding and changing a diaper; parents must attend with their children, class free for those delivering at Memorial Hospital or $10, registration is required; for information/register call 812-996-2399 or 800-852-7279, ext. 2399.

Camp Nota-Gona-Wheeze Asthma Camp, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. each day, March 21-24, Delaware School, Evansville; free asthma camp for children K-5th grade provides education, fun and sharing; registration required, space is limited; for information/registration details, call 812-435-8279.

Friday Community Health Screenings, 7-9 a.m., March 4, Health and Wellness Classroom at Memorial Southside Office, Jasper; cholesterol and blood glucose testing via finger stick; must be 18 years of age, fasting and fees apply; for information and registration details, call 812-996-2399.

CPR On-Line Training, offered by Memorial Hospital Health and Wellness Department, Jasper; online course and skills assessment; for complete details, call 812-996-2399.

Lenten Programs/Activities

Holy Week Retreat, 7 p.m., March 18 - 1:30 p.m., March 20, Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, St. Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind,; time to reflect on the Good Friday liturgy and will conclude with the Liturgy of Palm Sunday, followed by brunch; $200, includes all meals and lodging; for information, to register call 812-535-2952.

Spiritual Growth

Source Summit Adult Retreat, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., March 12, Christ the King Church; led by John Michael Talbot and other equally inspiring speakers; for information, call 812-490-0289 or visit www.sourcesummitevansville.org.

At Home in the Web of Life Retreat, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., March 5, and 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. March 6, St. Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind; the Sisters of Providence invite those interested in getting away from the tech-centered world of today to focus on a spiritual connection to the natural world with time for reflection and contemplation, presented by Sister Ann Sullivan; $100/person, registration due by Feb. 29; call 812-535-2952.

Support Groups

Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Caregiver Support Group, 6:30-8 p.m., March 2, Memorial Hospital, Jasper; caregivers come together to share experiences and knowledge in caring for loved ones with these illnesses; for information, call 812-996-6008.

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m., March 16, Memorial Hospital, Jasper; patients and families come together to share information and support; for information, call 812-639-1978.

“Creating Hope” for Cancer Patients, 5:30-7:30 p.m., March 1 and 8, Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center Conference Room, Jasper; sessions use art and creative expression as coping mechanisms for patients with cancer and are designed for cancer patients, their families and caregivers; art materials and instructional book are available at each session; sessions are free but pre-registration is required by calling 812-996-7488.

Women’s Support Group, 6:30-8 p.m., March 15, Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center Conference Room, Memorial Hospital, Dorbett Street entrance, Jasper; offers support for women who have had cancer of any type or who are currently undergoing cancer treatment; for more information call 812-996-7488.

Vocation Exploration

“Come and See” Life as a Sister of Providence, 7 p.m., April 8 - 2 p.m., April 10, St. Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind.; the Sisters of Providence invite Catholic women ages 18-42 to discover what life would be like as a Sister of Providence; free and includes housing and meals; for more information call Providence Sister Editha Ben at 812-230-4771 or by email at eben@spsmw.org.

Youth/Young Adult

Source Summit 2016 Youth Retreat, March 11-13, Reitz Memorial High School, Evansville; music by John Michael Talbot; Mass, confession, adoration, rosary, praise, Scripture, small group workshops, fun, friends, food; open to ages 13-24; for more information call 812-490-0289 or visit www.sourcesummitevansville.org.