Bulletin Board For March 7
General Interest
Steve Luegers to Speak, 6 p.m., March 9, Corpus Christi, Evansville; Steve Luegers will give a presentation called “Real Presence, Real Power: The Eucharist”; everyone welcome.
Alzheimer’s Association: Memory Café, 2-3:30 p.m., March 12, Lic’s Deli and Ice Cream Shoppe, 11 NW 5th St., Evansville; social group of people in the early stages of memory loss and their loved one(s) to provide a safe, comfortable, engaging environment where people with memory loss can laugh, learn and remain socially engaged with others; refreshments served; for more information or to register call 1-800-272-3900
Living with Alzheimer’s: For Caregivers – Early Stage, 2-4 p.m., March 13, Alzheimer’s Association Office, Old Post Office Place, Evansville; learn practical answers to questions that arise in the early stage of Alzheimer’s; registration required by calling 800-272-3900 or by emailing infoky-in@alz.org
Rogation Service, 7 p.m., March 20, St. Anthony, St. Anthony; open to all who eat and care for the earth; participants are encouraged to bring a sample of seed and soil to be blessed at the end of Mass.
Free Movie at Ferdinand Monastery, 1:30 p.m., March 28, St. Gertrude Hall, Monastery Immaculate Conception, Ferdinand; movie The Butler traces the dramatic changes that swept American society over three decades; popcorn and lemonade provided; discussion session following movie; for more information call 812-367-1411, ext. 2915.
MEO Tri-State Idol Gals, April 25, Clarion Inn, Evansville; fundraiser for students across the diocese fwith diverse learning needs; tickets $85 each; for information and tickets call 812-402-6700 ext. 312 or visit www.meoidol.com.
Masses for Deaf and Hard of Hearing, 4:30 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. and noon (Spanish) Sunday, Nativity Church, 3635 Pollack Ave., Evansville; ASL interpreter and assisted listening devices available; for information call Father Henry Kuykendall at 812-476-7186.
Rosary for World Peace, 7 p.m. prayer begins, second Monday of each month, St. Joseph Commandery 306, Evansville,Knights of St. John, will begin their monthly meeting by praying the rosary for world peace.
Eucharistic Adoration, second Wednesday of each month, 7 a.m-6 p.m., Good Shepherd, Evansville; everyone welcome.
Classes
Jazzercise, 6:45-7:45 p.m., Tuesdays, March 4-18, $15 fee, Thursdays, March 6 and 27, $10 fee, Wellness Center, Memorial Hospital, Jasper; pre-registration required; for more information visit www.mhhcc.org and click on Classes and Events or call 800-852-7279, ext. 2399.
Diet-Free: Eight Habits That Will Change Your Life, 5-6 p.m., Mondays, March 10-May 5, Memorial Hospital Board Conference Room B/C, Jasper; video seminar program lead by a registered dietitian; for more information or to pre-register call 812-996-5740.
Your Health and Diabetes, 7-8 p.m., March 17, Pavilion Classroom, Memorial Hospital, Jasper;no reservations or fee; call 812-996-0521 for more information.
Heartsaver CPR with AED, 5:30-9:30 p.m., March 19, Community Relations Classroom Memorial South, Jasper; class teaches CPR, use of automated external defibrillator, relief of choking in adults, children and infants; $50/person; class size limited; to register call 812-996-2399 or 800-852-7279, ext. 2399.
Pre-Hospital Care of the Orthopaedic Patient, 6-7 p.m., March 19, Board Conference Room BC, Memorial Hosptial, Jasper; open to all first responders, EMTs, paramedics; presentation by Dr. Brian Blessinger; free inservice, no pre-registration required; for more information contact Mike Spaulding at 812-996-0354 or Dee Arnold at 812-996-2030.
Strength and Endurance Class, 5:30-6 p.m.,Mondays in March, Wellness Center, Memorial Southside Office, Jasper; pre-registration not required, class size limited; $3/class, pre-registration not required.; for more information visit www.mhhcc.org.
Core 20, 12:10-12:30 p.m. Mondays in March, Wellness Center, Memorial Southside Office, Jasper; 20-minute muscle conditioning class; $3/class; for more information visit www.mhhcc.org.
Jazzercise Express, 12:15-12:45 p.m., Tuesdays in March, Wellness Center, Memorial Hospital Southside Office, Jasper; workout featuring a streamlined fusion of strength and cardio conditioning; $3/session, no pre-registration required; for more information call 800-852-7270, ext. 2399.
Shape It Up, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Wednesdays in March, Wellness Center, Memorial Southside Office, Jasper; combination of Core 20 and Strength & Endurance; $5/class; visit www.mhhcc.org and click on Classes and Events or call 800-852-7279, Ext. 2399.
Get Fit Yoga, 10:30-11:15 a.m., Fridays during March, Wellness Center, Memorial Southside Office, Jasper; class designed to improve balance and flexibility through the use of chair yoga; $5/class; no pre-registration, class size is limited; for more information call 812-852-7279, ext. 2399 or visit www.mhhcc.org.
Dinners
St. Theresa Sunday Dinner, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., March 9, 600 Herndon Dr., Evansville; fried and baked chicken, dressing, dumplings, mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetables, salads and homemade desserts served cafeteria style in school cafeteria; carry out available starting at 10:30 a.m.
St. John, Daylight Chicken and Ham Dinner, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Mach 16; serving fried chicken or ham, mashed potatoes and gravy, chicken and dumplings, slaw, green beans, corn, rolls, dessert, beverage; $9/adults, $4/children age 12 and under; carry-out available; country store with baked goods; sponsored by St. Anne Altar Society.
Haubstadt Knights of St. John Chicken Dinner, 10:30 a.m., March 16, Knights of St. John Hall, Haubstadt; serving fried chicken, dressing, dumplings, mashed potatoes, green beans, corn, Cole slaw, dessert; dine in or carry out; $9/adults, $5/child 10 and under; non-perishable food donations will be collected for The Lord’s Pantry.
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St. James, Haubstadt Senior Trip, March 20, trip to the Chaffin Barn Theater, Nashville; for more information or reservations call Norma at 812-867-3036; reservation deadline is March 2
“Get Fit: 55 ” Fitness Program, 10:30-11:15 a.m., Mondays in March, Memorial Hospital Wellness Center at Southside Office, Jasper; “Get Fit” designed to help with balance and coordination using low impact strength and flexibility exercises; participants will use resistance bands and small hand weights; cost $5 per class; for details or to register call 812-996-2399 or 800-852-7279, ext. 2399.
“Circuit Training 55 Fitness Program, 10:30-11:15 a.m., Wednesdays during March, Wellness Center, Memorial Southside Office, Jasper; improve cardio-respiratory fitness and muscular strength; for more information call 800-852-7279, ext. 2399.
Fundraisers
Sts. Peter and Paul, Haubstadt Rummage Sale, 7:30 a.m. early birds entry ($5 fee), 8 a.m. doors open, March 8.
St. Patrick Family Game and Card Party, 1 p.m., March 16, Sts. Peter and Paul cafeteria, Haubstadt; free door prizes, sandwiches, chips and drink; Chinese auction, half-pot, snacks available; $4/person, $10/family; board games welcome; for reservations call 812-768-6941 or 812-753-5048; to donate Chinese auction items call Carolyn Spindler at 812-768-6941; proceeds to benefit Right to Life of Gibson County.
St. Philip Benefit Auction, 5:30 p.m. doors open, 5:30-7 p.m. silent auction, 7:15 p.m. dinner, 8 p.m. live auction, March 29, St. Philip parish center, Posey County; $30/person in advance only; proceeds to benefit restoration of the church bells and new parish and school phone system; for more information or reservations call parish office 812-985-2275 or after 5 p.m. Rusty and Jeanie Wildeman at 812-483-3295.
Spring Rummage Sale, 7 a.m.-1 p.m., April 5, St. Theresa gym, Evansville; noon $2 bag sale; clothing, household items, toys, books, movies, furniture, baby items; proceeds to benefit St. Theresa Parish.
St. Matthew 5K Walk/Run, 9 a.m., April 12, starts at the back of St. Matthew School, Mount Vernon; pre-registration through March 14; for registration information call St. Matthew School at 812-838-3621.
Good Shepherd, Evansville Bingo, every Sunday and Tuesday night; doors open 4:30 p.m., packets bought at the door start at 6:30 p.m.
Health
Cardiovascular Screenings, 8 a.m.-3:45 p.m., March 19, Memorial Cardiovascular Services, Jasper; screenings for peripheral artery disease, abdominal aortic aneurysm, stroke; four-hour fast required; $90 fee; pre-registration required by calling 812-996-1551.
Bariatric Public Forum, 9 a.m., March 22, Memorial Hospital Medical Arts Building Conference Center, Jasper; learn more about bariatric weight loss surgery now being offered at Memorial Hospital; for more information call 812-996-0185.
Lenten Programs/Activities
“Catholicism” Lenten Program, following 6:30 p.m. Mass each Wednesday in Lent, March 5-April 2, St. Clement, Boonville; hour-long program using “Catholicism” DVD series on the teachings of the Catholic Church followed by question and answer session; childcare provided; call 812-897-4653 if child care is needed or for more information.
“A Holy Pause” Program, 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Tuesdays, March 11-April 15, Kordes Center, Ferdinand; join Sisters of St. Benedict for midday prayer, soup luncheon, Lectio, group reflection; $12/session, $60/six sessions; register online at thedome.org or call 812-367-1411, ext. 2915.
Annual Lenten Day of Recollection, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., March 15, Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul Seton Residence, Evansville; theme is “What Do You Want of Me, Lord?”; spiritual directors are Deacons Joe, Dave and Mike Seibert; Mass celebrated by Fr. Philip Kreilein; $10 fee payable at registration includes breakfast and dinner; for reservation call 812-423-7842 by March 10; open to everyone.
Lenten Day of Prayer, 9 a.m. registration, 9:30-2 p.m. retreat, March 26, Mount Saint Joseph Conference and Retreat Center, Maple Mount, Ky.; day led by Monsignor Bernard Powers includes Mass, lunch, reconciliation; $20/person; to register or for more information contact Kathy McCarty at 270-229-0206.
Seven Last Words of Christ Retreat, April 11-13, Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, St. Mary-of-the-Woods; quiet, meditative retreat that uses music and modern art to explore the content of Jesus’ last hours before Crucifixion; $85/commuter, $120/resident double room, $150/resident private room; to register or for more information call 812-535-2952 or email provctr@spsmw.org.
Pilgrimage
Canonization Pilgrimage to Italy, Barbara Leibundguth has informed the Message of a pilgrimage to Italy for the Canonization of Blessed John XXIII and Blessed John Paul II leaving April 23; for more information contact Alice Blazina at 270-965-3021 or Mary’s Pilgrims at 1-800-847-6279.
Spiritual Growth
St. Theresa Parish Mission, 6:30 p.m., March 10-12, St. Theresa, Evansville; theme of mission presented by Gary Montgomery is "Christ is the Light"; everyone welcome.
Taizé Prayer Gathering, 7-8 p.m., March 11, Church of the Immaculate Conception, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods; service includes prayer, music, time for silence, spoken and silent prayers in a space lit by candlelight; for more information contact Providence Sister Paula Damiano at 812-535-2926.
Spot Shoot
Sacred Heart Knights of St. John, Evansville; noon until dark, March 9 and 16, Hilltop Grove, 3714 Detroy Rd., Evansville; 12, 16, 20 gauge shells; free bean soup and coffee.
Support Groups
Women’s Support Group, 6:30-8 p.m., third Tuesday of each month, Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center Conference Room, Memorial Hospital, Dorbett Street entrance, Jasper; next meeting is March 18; offers support for women who have had cancer of any type and are currently undergoing cancer treatment; for more information call Cheryle at 812-996-0626.
Parkinson’s Disease Support Group, 6:30-8 p.m., March 19, Memorial Hospital Medical Arts Building Conference Center, Jasper; allows patients and families to share information and support; for more information call 812-996-8478.
Alzheimer’s Support Group, meets second Tuesday of each month, 5 p.m., Education Center, Daviess Community Hospital, Washington; no fee; for more information call 812-254-8620, ext. 1622.
Man to Man Cancer Support Group, meets the second Tuesday of each month, 6:30-8 p.m., Evansville Cancer Center, Evansville; sessions are free; refreshments served; for more information call 812-474-1110 or 812-425-2545; sponsored by the American Cancer Society.
NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) Support Group, for families of “graduates” of the NICU, meetings are the first Monday of each month, 6 p.m., Sister Mary Stella classroom, third floor, St. Mary’s Medical Center, Evansville; for information contact miraclesmom@sigecom.net.
Vocation Exploration
Come and See Event, March 14-16, Monastery Immaculate Conception, Ferdinand; open to single Catholic women, ages 18 to 40; meet Benedictine sisters, share in community life and prayer, meet other women considering religious life; no pressure, no commitment; for more information or to register online visit www.thedome.org/vocations, call Benedictine Sister Michelle Sinkhorn at 800-734-9999; or e-mail vocation@thedome.org.
Youth
Camp Nota-Gona-Wheeze, 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m., March 24-28, Delaware Elementary School, Evansville; free asthma camp for children in kindergarten through fifth grade; campers will learn to identify triggers and tools to help avoid triggers, about medications and how they work and why it is important to take as prescribed, share with other children their age; unique activities each day; for more information call 812-435-8279 before March 11
Camp Little Red Door, summer camp held July 27 through Aug. 1 open to any child 8-18 years old with cancer or in remission living in Indiana, one sibling/friend is welcome to attend if space allows; camp includes swimming, canoeing, fishing, archery, camp fires, arts and crafts; experienced medical staff onsite 24 hours a day; $25/camper, $50/sibling or friend; registration deadline is June 13 by calling 317-925-5595 or downloading application at www.littlereddoor.org/camp.
