Bulletin Board For April 28, 2017
General Interest
Caring for our Earth: Climate Change Rally, 2 p.m., April 29, Four Freedoms Monument at the Riverfront, Evansville; local rally supporting national rally in Washington D.C. sharing message that we need to increase, not decrease, efforts to limit climate change; all are welcome to attend; for more information about attending national rally contact Tri-State Creation at care@gmail.com.
Hartman Arboretum Open House, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., April 29, Hartman Arboretum, 5939 Spirit Trail, Evansville; tours and demonstrations; milkweed plants will be given away while supplies last; for more information, please call 812-963-5418.
David Haas with Lori True Concert, 7 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m., May 12, Annunciation Parish, Christ the King Church, Evansville; tickets $10, can be pre-purchased by calling Annunciation Parish office at 812-476-3061.
Mount Saint Joseph Academy Reunion, May 20-21, Maple Mount, Ky.; accommodations available for a nominal fee; $25 catered awards banquet; to register contact Marian Bennett at 270-229-2006 or alumnae.msj@maplemount.org.
Quilt Preview Show, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., April 29 and 12-4 p.m., April 30, Monastery Event Hall, Ferdinand; stop by to view over 60 quilts available at this year’s Summer Social and check out great deals at the Monastery Gift Shop; drawings held throughout the day; for more information, contact Angi Seffernick at 812-367-1411 or aseffernick@thedome.org.
‘One Plus One’ Art Exhibit, through May 30, St. Meinrad Archabbey Library Gallery, St. Meinrad; exhibit showcases the art of two friends, Benedictine Brother Martin Erspamer and Kazhia Kolb; open and free to the public; for library hours call 812-357-6401 or visit the Archabbey Library’s website: www.saintmeinrad.edu/libraryhours.
5K Color Run, 8 a.m., June 3, Kordes Hall, Monastery Immaculate Conception, Ferdinand; Sisters of St. Benedict will host a 5K Color Run as part of the 150th anniversary Summer Social; run or walk, strictly for fun and not a timed event; for more information or to register, go to www.thedome.org/event/color-run.
Breakfasts/Dinners
“We Aren’t Tired of Fish Yet” Fish Fry, 4-7 p.m., April 28, St. Joseph Parish parking lot, Jasper; drive-thru only; fish or barbecue pulled pork meals including German potatoes, slaw and bread; $8 per meal; sponsored by St. John Bosco youth group.
Mother’s Day Chicken Dinner, 10:30 a.m., May 14, Haubstadt Knights of St. John Hall, Haubstadt; bring mom and enjoy fried chicken, dressing, mashed potatoes, green beans, corn, dumplings and great desserts; dine in or carry out available; adults $10, children $5; call 812-768-6761 for more information.
Mother’s Day Dinner, May 14, Knights Home, St. Wendel; St. Wendel Knights of St. John offers fried chicken and all the trimmings plus dessert and drinks, $10 adults, $5 children 10 and under; for more information, call 812-963-6159.
Mother’s Day Brunch, 9:30 a.m-2 p.m.,May 14, O’Shaughnessy Dining Room, Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, St. Mary-of-the-Woods; prices and information available at www.ProvCenter.org or call 812-535-4285.
Classes/Workshops
Deepening Your Art through Daily Practice Calligraphy Workshop, May 1-5, St. Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad; led by Laurie Doctor, international exhibitor and instructor; class led in a retreat-like atmosphere of reflective silence; all levels of experience are welcome; workshop limited to 10 participants; fee is $515 which includes workshop, room and meals; all rooms are private; for reservations or more information, call 812-357-6611.
Called and Gifted Workshop, 6-8:30 p.m., May 12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., May 13, Catholic Center, Evansville; designed to help Christians discern the presence of charisms in their lives and how to use these to change their lives; $20 per person, lunch included; parishes will be billed; RSVP to Andie Gunter at agunter@evdio.org or 812-424-5536 ext. 228.
100th Anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima, 11:30 a.m., May 13, St. Mary, Evansville; Rosary procession, Benediction, Adoration, Consecration to Jesus through Mary, reflection and May crowning offered; light reception follows; please feel free to bring flowers and invite friends; First Communicants are welcome to process; for more information, please call 812-459-4691.
I Will Sing a Song of Love, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., May 13, Annunciation Parish, Christ the King Church, Evansville; a retreat/workshop for pastoral musicians and all who love to sing; cost $25, reservations required; call Annunciation Parish office to make reservations at 812-476-3061.
College Life
UE Newman Catholic Community Mass, Sundays, 1 p.m., Neu Chapel, University of Evansville, Evansville.
USI Newman Catholic Community Mass, 4 p.m., Sundays, Liberal Arts Building, Room 101, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville; for more information, contact choehn@evdio.org.
50
Catholic 50 Singles Club; 6:30-8:30 p.m., May 4, Holy Family Room, St. Benedict Cathedral, Evansville; join us for board games and refreshments; for more information, contact the parish center at 812-425-3369.
Forever Young at Heart — Support Group for Retired Seniors, 1:30-2:30 p.m., May 12; Wellness Center, Epworth Crossing, Newburgh; ongoing support group for retired seniors (men and women), facilitated by Phyllis Bussing, PhD; registration not required but is appreciated by calling 812-485-5725.
Fundraisers
St. Francis Xavier Altar Society White Elephant Sale and Bake Sale, 12-6 p.m., April 28 and 7:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m., April 29; St. Francis Xavier Parish Center, Vincennes; goodies and treasures for all ages; proceeds used to purchase needed items for the altars; for more information, call Mary Joice at 812-882-3950.
“Dig . . . Plant . . . Grow!” Plant Sale, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., May 6, Vanderburgh 4-H Center, Evansville; nearly 15,000 plants for sale including perennial and annuals; Master Gardeners on hand throughout the day to answer questions and perform demonstrations; sponsored by Southwestern Indiana Master Gardener Association and Tucker Publishing Group; for more information, contact Rita Howell at 812-582-0762 or howell@psci.net.
Holy Rosary Premium Smoked Baby Back Ribs, 10 a.m.-noon, May 13, corner of Green River Rd. and Washington Ave., Evansville; $20 slab; for pre-orders, email micash1gr@aol.com with order amount and phone number or call the parish office at 812-477-8923; sponsored by the Holy Rosary Men’s Club.
Health
Living with Alzheimer’s Series: For Caregivers Only, 5-7:30 p.m., Alzheimer’s Association, 701 N. Weinbach Ave, Suite 510, Evansville; May 2: early stage, May 30: middle stage, June 13: late stage; registration is required for all programs; please call 1-800-272-3900 to register or visit communityresourcefinder.org.
St. Vincent and Safe Kids Vanderburgh/Warrick Co. Coalition Safe Kids Day, 3-6 p.m., May 3, St. Vincent Warrick Hospital, Boonville; free and open to the public; games and prizes, many agencies will attend and interactive activities offered; free car seat checks and bicycle helmet fittings, children must be present; appointments are always available by calling the car seat hotline at 812-485-6777.
Marriage/Engagement
Catholic Charities Engaged Encounter Weekends, April 29-30 and Sept. 9-10, Sarto Retreat Center, Evansville; weekend retreat with other engaged couples that affords time alone together to plan for marriage, trained facilitators lead the program, for more information or to register, please visit www.ccevansville.org/engaged-encounter.html or call Catholic Charities at 812-423-5456.
Catholic Charities’ Newly Married Workshops, 6-8 p.m., Catholic Charities, 610 E. Walnut St., Evansville; no cost to attend, materials, snacks and drinks provided; May 2: Good parenting and healthy families; May 23: Family of origin, expectations and adjustment; reservations required; for more details and to register, visit www.ccevansville.org/engagement-and-marriage.html or call 812-423-5456.
Retreats
July Summer Retreats for Women Religious, July 16-21; Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center, Maple Mount, Ky.; “Mysticism of Desire: The Way of Spiritual Intimacy;” led by Missionary Oblate Father Daniel Renaud; retreat fee is $450 which includes accommodations, meals and program materials; commuters can attend for $275; for more information, contact Kathy McCarty at 270-229-0206 or email kathy.mccarty@maplemount.org.
Spiritual Growth
Monte Cassino Pilgrimages, 2 p.m., Sundays in May, St. Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad; for more information, call Mary Jeanne Schumacher during business hours at 812-357-6501 or call 812-357-6611 on the day of the event.
Evening with an Ursuline “Mary the Mother of God,” 5-6:30 p.m., May 2, Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center; Maple Mount, Ky.; preregistration required by contacting Kathy McCarty at 270-229-0206 or kathy.mccarty@maplemount.org.
Woman of So Many Names: Mary, Our Lady of Providence, Queen of the Home, 9:30-11 a.m. or 6:30-8 p.m., May 4, Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, St. Mary-of-the-Woods; discussion will lead to the meaning Mary has in our lives today; cost $10, registration deadline is May 1; register online at Events.SistersofProvidence.org, call 812-535-2952 or email jfrost@spsmw.org.
Spirituality for the Second Half of Life, 9:15 a.m.-5 p.m., May 6, National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows, Belleville, Ill.; join us for a day of Reflection as we explore the riches found in our spiritual journeys; cost $70; pre-registration is required; for more information or to register, contact the Shrine at 618-397-6700 ext. 6281, or 314-241-3400 ext. 6281.
Looking at the Gospels of Thomas, Mary Magdalene and Judas, 10 a.m.-noon, May 6, July 17 and July 8, National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows, Edwin J. Guild Center, Belleville, Ill.; three-week Bible study led by Mark Etling, Ph.D.; $30 for the series or $10 per session; pre-registration is required; for more information or to register, visit www.snows.org/programs or contact the Shrine at 618-397-6700 ext. 6270 or 314-241-3400 ext. 6270.
Taizé Prayer Gathering, 7-8 p.m., May 9, Church of the Immaculate Conception, St. Mary-of-the Woods; 2017 gatherings focus on “Praying for Peace in the world and in our hearts”; candlelight service includes prayer, music, time for silence, spoken and silent prayers; free to attend; for more information, call 812-535-2952 or log on to Taize.ProvCenter.org.
“The Joy of Love” Book Study, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., May 11, June 8, Aug. 10, Sept. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9, Dec. 14; Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center, Maple Mount, Ky.; $20 fee per class includes lunch; to register contact Kathy McCarty at 270-229-0206 or kathy.mccarty@maplemount.org.
100th Anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., May 13, Our Lady of the Holy Spirit Center, 5440 Moeller Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio; free event with world renown speakers; free-will offering to offset costs; $9 lunch offered; RSVP at 513-504-8755 or 513-351-9800.
Support Groups
Alcoholics Anonymous, Evansville area schedule and meeting locations, call 812-434-4952 or visit www.southwesternindianaaaa.org.
Creating Hope for Cancer Patients, 5:30-7:30 p.m., first and second Tuesday of each month; Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center Conference Room, Memorial Hospital, Jasper; using creative expression as a coping mechanism for cancer patients; sessions are free; call to register, 812-996-0626, or visit www.mhhcc.org.
Vocations
Spiritual Direction Training Program, begins Oct. 16, Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center, Maple Mount, Ky.; applications now being accepted for two-year program of four weekly training sessions each year to prepare participants for ministry of spiritual direction in the spirit of the Ursuline founder, St. Angela Merici; registration deadline is Aug. 31; scholarships available; for more information, contact Sister Mary Matthias Ward at 270-229-0200 or mary.ward@maplemount.org.
