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Important Announcements

• Caring Center Needs for February 2010
• Jobs in Boone County - Lebanon's Central Christian Church is currently accepting resumes for its Office Manager.
• 2009-10 scholarship information is available on the Community Foundation of Boone County website.
• Boone County resident and Carmel Teacher, Chris Hedge was onboard USCGC Healy on her 7-week trip with the NOAA to map the Arctic Continental Shelf. Learn more about her trip.
• Early Readers Club - United Way of Boone County has launched the Early Readers Club to promote childhood literacy. By registering today, your preschool child or grandchild can receive 12 high-quality books a year for just $20. Scholarships are available. Please go to www.uwci.org/erc to start your child on a lifelong journey of learning.
• Zionsville Transition Committee - Eagle Township/Union Township/Zionsville Reorganization Committee information.
• GED Classes are held at ARC Rehab in Lebanon on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Registration/Intake is required to attend classes and is held on the first Thursday of each month at 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. For additional information visit the Boone County Learning Network website and look under GED Information.
• Shalom Free Lunch - Every Saturday for everyone from 11am-1pm at Shalom House (304 W. Green Street, Lebanon). Everyone welcome!
• Boone County Not-for-Profit Wish List - shopping around for a way to spend your charitable dollars, but not sure what to fund? Wondering what nonprofit organizations in the Boone County area need? Browse the following the following the wish lists. When you find what you want to fund, please contact the organization directly.

Upcoming Events (as of 8 February 2010)

Send a message to Terry McCain at BCCN to add your community event to the BCCN calendar! Also, check out the calendars for the libraries in Lebanon, Thorntown, and Zionsville (Youth | Teen & Adult)!

* Monday, February 8, 2010 - Poetry: Love and Romance from 6:30 – 8 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). "How Do I Love Thee?" Performer and historian Glory-June Greiff presents poetry exploring the many aspects of love and romance just in time for Valentine's Day. Participants will learn how poets from Shakespeare to Erica Jong have delved into the subject of love through the ages. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149.

* Monday, February 8, 2010 - Humane Society For Boone County Volunteer Orientation & Training at 6:30pm on the 3rd floor of the Lebanon Public Library. The Humane Society for Boone County will be hosting an orientation/training session for current and potential volunteers. Come see what we're all about and learn how you can get involved. Members from the board of directors will be on hand to discuss: expectations of volunteers, areas where you can help, current status of the organization. We also plan to have some time for discussions to make sure we match up our volunteers with their areas of interest and answer any questions you may have. For more information, please contact , President.

* Tuesday, February 9, 2010 - Wii Gaming from 3:30 to 4:30 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Students in grades 6 – 12 may enjoy some Wii game play and a little friendly competition as we bring out our Nintendo gaming system. For those who enjoy something a little more hands-on, board games will also be available. Sessions will continue every Tuesday through March. Registration is not required but will be accepted for these drop-in events. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149. For more information visit www.zionsville.lib.in.us or check our Tweets at http://twitter.com/ZPLteens.

* Tuesday, February 9, 2010 - Valentine's Special: Card Making from 4:15 – 5:15 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). For grades 1 – 5. Rubber stamps, card stock and other fun materials will be used by interested students in grades 1 – 5 to create several special Valentine's Day cards with the assistance of Zionsville card designer Emily Wleklinski. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149.

* Wednesday, February 10, 2010 - Wii Wednesdays from 3 – 5 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Every Wednesday this month, the Nintendo Wii will be out and ready for some friendly competition between all interested teens. For those who enjoy something a little more hands-on, board games will also be available. Sessions will continue February 17 and 24. Registration is not required for these drop-in events.

* Wednesday, February 10, 2010 - Read by the Fireside from 4:30 – 5 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). All ages may sign up to listen to new and classic stories by the fireside in the Youth Services Department. Age appropriate stories will be chosen each week. Stop by the Library for some great stories and pick out some books to take home. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149.

* Wednesday, February 10, 2010 - New Rules: The Roth IRA in 2010 from 6:30 – 7:30 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). New rules are in place for the Roth IRA in 2010 so adults are invited to hear industry experts discuss how individual investments may be affected. Information on traditional IRAs will also be covered. A question and answer session will follow. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149.

* Thursday, February 11, 2010 - AARP Tax-Aid from 1 – 4 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Free, weekly tax help for taxpayers with low to middle income, with special consideration to those who are 60 and older. Appointments will not be accepted. Sessions will be offered each Thursday through April 8.

* Thursday, February 11, 2010 - Love In the Name of Christ (Love INC) of Boone County fund-raising dinner and silent auction from 6-9 pm at Zionsville Fellowship. Seats are $20 per person; Tables of eight are $120. To make reservations, please call Lebanon Christian Church at 765-482-4673 or email the office@loveincbc.org.

* Friday, February 12, 2010 - Volunteer to Shelf Read! from 5 – 8 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Ever looked for a book that the library catalog shows as being on the shelf but it isn’t there? Help find books that are out of place. The library needs volunteers to help shelf-read the adult non-fiction collection and return books to their precise order. It won’t be all work and no fun – pizza will be served. Registration recommended. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149.

* Friday, February 12, 2010 - Free Valentine’s Dinner and a Movie at the Lebanon Public Library (104 E. Washington St. Lebanon, IN 46052). Dinner begins at 6:30 and the movie will start at 7 pm. We will be showing The Time Traveler’s Wife. This event is for couples only, and you must be at least 18 to attend. Space is limited so registration is required. Thank you to Kroger, Wal-Mart, Blooms by Sandy, and Pizza Hut for their generous donations to this event! For more information visit the website at www.leblib.org or call 765-482-3460 and ask for the Audio/Visual Department.

* Saturday, February 13, 2010 - Humane Society For Boone County Valentine's Pet Adoption Event from from 1 to 3:30 pm at the Zionsville Animal Hospital, 1305 Parkway Drive. Featuring: Adoptable dogs, cats, kittens and puppies on site, drawing for a Free Puppy Class, demos with Cat Clicker lady Melissa Heigle. Come and find your "Forever Friend" - these wonderful animals have lots of unconditional love to give! Visit the Humane Society for Boone County's website.

* Saturday, February 13, 2010 - Trinity Lutheran Church Youth Group's Fourth Annual Valentine's Dinner from from 6-8 pm at The Shalom House, (304 West Green Street, Lebanon). For a $30 donation, guests will enjoy a romantic three-course Italian dinner that includes a Sea of Love Salad, Sweetheart Spaghetti & Meatballs, Fabulous Fettuccine Alfredo and a Chocolate Kiss Cheesecake. Complimentary childcare will be provided at Trinity Lutheran Church. To make your reservation, call Trinity Lutheran Church at 765-482-2975. Proceeds from this event will benefit the 2009 TLC youth mission trip to Tennessee. Matching funds provided by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.

* Monday, February 15, 2010 - Lego-Mania from 1 - 2 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). School's out today, so children 5 - 12 may let their imaginations run wild at the library and make a creation using our huge collection of Legos. Participants may build alone or work with a friend. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149.

* Monday, February 15, 2010 - Love Me, Love Me Not: A Valentine's Day Party from 2 – 4 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Teens may celebrate Valentine's Day like never before during this school holiday. Participants may decorate the library's cork board wall with their own candy heart sayings, decorate and eat broken heart cookies, make duct tape roses, and much more. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149.

* Tuesday, February 16, 2010 - Wii Gaming from 3:30 to 4:30 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Students in grades 6 – 12 may enjoy some Wii game play and a little friendly competition as we bring out our Nintendo gaming system. For those who enjoy something a little more hands-on, board games will also be available. Sessions will continue every Tuesday through March. Registration is not required but will be accepted for these drop-in events. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149. For more information visit www.zionsville.lib.in.us or check our Tweets at http://twitter.com/ZPLteens.

* Tuesday, February 16, 2010 - Pancake Toss at 4 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). The Library's first ever pancake toss will be offered to teens in celebration of National Pancake Week. Participants will make pancake sandwiches using breakfast foods, then head to the parking lot for the official Pancake Toss contest. Winners will receive a large helping of breakfast related gag prizes. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149.

* Tuesday, February 16, 2010 - Family Olympics from 6:30 – 7:15 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Families may go for the gold as they compete head-to-head in exciting battles of wit, skill, and general silliness. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149.

* Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - Wii Wednesdays from 3 – 5 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). The Nintendo Wii will be out and ready for some friendly competition between all interested teens. For those who enjoy something a little more hands-on, board games will also be available. Session will continue on February 24. Registration is not required for this drop-in event.

* Thursday, February 18, 2010 - cineMAX: The World's Fastest Indian from 10 am – 12 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Dr. Max Case, film enthusiast and former Brebeuf and IUPUI instructor, will present a monthly film series focusing on how unexpected encounters in the lives of older adults can become transformative moments. An open discussion will follow each film. This session will feature the 2005 film starring Anthony Hopkins World's Fastest Indian, rated PG-13. Light refreshments will be provided. Sessions will continue Mar. 18, Apr. 15 and May 13. Registration recommended. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149.

* Thursday, February 18, 2010 - AARP Tax-Aid from 1 – 4 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Free, weekly tax help for taxpayers with low to middle income, with special consideration to those who are 60 and older. Appointments will not be accepted. Sessions will be offered each Thursday through April 8.

* Friday, February 19, 2010 - How to Adopt presented by of the Indiana Foster Care and Adoption Association (IFCAA) from 6-8 pm at Thorntown Public Library (124 N. Market Street, Thorntown, IN 46071). Learn how to adopt, adoption options, considerations, the process, how to adopt a foster child, your questions answered. (Same information will be presented on Friday, March 19, 2010 at the same time and location.)

* Friday, February 19, 2010 - Viva Las Vegas Casino Night Dinner Auction at 6:30 pm at the Colts Pavilion. Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Zionsville.

* Saturday, February 20, 2010 - Meet your State Senators & Representatives at 7:30am at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). This event is brought to you by the Boone County Chamber of Commerce, Boone County Farm Bureau, and the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library. Contact the Chamber for additional information at 765-482-3313.

* Saturday, February 20, 2010 - Zionsville Fire Department Firefighter's Ball & Awards Banquet at the Palomino Ballroom. Cocktails and hors d’ oeuvres at 6 pm; dinner at 7 pm; awards at 8 pm and dancing to follow. Limited to 300 tickets this year! Tickets are $40 each/$80 per couple. Semi-formal attire. Purchase tickets at the Zionsville Fire Department Headquarters office located at Town Hall 1100 W. Oak Street, Zionsville from 8-4 Mon-Fri.

* Saturday, February 20, 2010 - Lebanon Educational Foundation Betting on Education Casino Night and Silent Auction from 7 - 10 pm. Open to the public. $40 per person or $70 per couple. Reservations required. Lebanon Educational Foundation website.

* Monday, February 22, 2010 - Chinese New Year Celebration from 3 – 5 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Teens may ring in the Chinese New Year while they learn to do calligraphy, eat with chopsticks and create felt fortune cookies, with the help of a local Chinese resident. A wacky fortune machine will be available all week dishing out wacky fortunes to all interested visitors. Registration recommended. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149.

* Monday, February 22, 2010 - Crime Caper from 6 – 8 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Is Maxie, the missing library gerbil, guilty or innocent? That’s the mystery junior detectives, students in grades 3 – 5, may solve during this interactive Crime Caper. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149.

* Tuesday, February 23, 2010 - Wii Gaming from 3:30 to 4:30 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Students in grades 6 – 12 may enjoy some Wii game play and a little friendly competition as we bring out our Nintendo gaming system. For those who enjoy something a little more hands-on, board games will also be available. Sessions will continue every Tuesday through March. Registration is not required but will be accepted for these drop-in events. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149. For more information visit www.zionsville.lib.in.us or check our Tweets at http://twitter.com/ZPLteens.

* Wednesday, February 24, 2010 - Wii Wednesdays from 3 – 5 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). The Nintendo Wii will be out and ready for some friendly competition between all interested teens. For those who enjoy something a little more hands-on, board games will also be available. Registration is not required for this drop-in event.

* Wednesday, February 24, 2010 - Read by the Fireside from 4:30 – 5 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). All ages may sign up to listen to new and classic stories by the fireside in the Youth Services Department. Age appropriate stories will be chosen each week. Stop by the Library for some great stories and pick out some books to take home. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149.

* Wednesday, February 24, 2010 - Education and Career Opportunities Fair from 5-8 pm at the Boone County Fairgrounds in Lebanon. The fair is presented by the Boone County Learning Network and the Boone County Economic Development Council. Workshops, educational/ training/military opportunities for students and their parents, job seekers and community members. The fair flyer has all the details and schedules.

* Thursday, February 25, 2010 - AARP Tax-Aid from 1 – 4 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Free, weekly tax help for taxpayers with low to middle income, with special consideration to those who are 60 and older. Appointments will not be accepted. Sessions will be offered each Thursday through April 8.

* Thursday, February 25, 2010 - McTeacher's Night at McDonald's in Lebanon (1514 W South Street) from 5-8 pm sponsored by the Perry-Worth Elementary School PTO. McDonald s will donate a portion of the dining room sales made during the event to the Perry-Worth PTO. The class who has the most student attendees will win Happy Meal lunches for the entire class, courtesy of McDonald s. Perry-Worth teachers will act as greeters during the event, and PTO volunteers will be on dining-room cleanup duty. Prizes will be raffled off between 7:30 and 8 pm.

* Friday, February 26, 2010 - Animal Adventures from 1 – 2 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Librarians from Hussey-Mayfield Public Library and naturalists from Zion Nature Center join together to share stories, activities and real animals with children 3 – 6, with a parent. Participants should meet at the library for a story or two, then put on their coats and walk over to the Nature Center to visit with the real animals who live there. Parking is not available at the Nature Center. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149.

* Friday, February 26, 2010 - Free Movie Night at Lebanon Public Library (104 E. Washington St. Lebanon, IN 46052) at 6 pm in the Top Floor Meeting Room. Join us for This Is It. You must be at least 18 or have a parent/guardian with you to attend. Running Time: 112 Minutes. Popcorn & drinks will be provided! For more information visit the website at www.leblib.org or call 765-482-3460 and ask for the Audio/Visual Department.

* Saturday, February 27, 2010 - Lebanon Area Boys & Girls Club Annual Auction at 6 pm at Lebanon Middle School. Lebanon Area Boys & Girls Club website.

* Saturday, February 27, 2010 - YETI's Seventh Annual Silent Auction and Dinner from 6-10 pm at the National FFA Headquarters on the northwest side of Indianapolis on February 27, 2010. The silent auction begins at 6 pm, and dinner with presentations begins at 8 pm. Enjoy live music during the silent auction and the first part of dinner. Auction items always include handicrafts from around the world, especially items from Nepal, and items from local artists and businesses. Tickets are $40/person. Children are welcome and eat for free for each ticket purchased for an adult. Seating is limited and prepayment is requested. Tickets may be purchased and donations are accepted via paypal through YETI's donation page. We expect that at least half of the ticket price will be tax deductible. Tickets may also be purchased by check or cash, with payment made out to YETI, and sent to YETI, 6651 S. 650 E., Zionsville, IN 46077.

* Sunday, February 28, 2010 - Artists' Reception for Poster/Calendar Contest from 3 – 4 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Families may join in the celebration as we honor the artists who participated in the library’s inaugural 2010-2011 Poster/Calendar Contest. The top 18 posters, across all age groups, will be announced. These works will be featured in a new 2010/2011 Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library Calendar. Make-your-own banana splits will be served. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149.

* Tuesday, March 2, 2010 - Wii Gaming from 3:30 to 4:30 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Students in grades 6 – 12 may enjoy some Wii game play and a little friendly competition as we bring out our Nintendo gaming system. For those who enjoy something a little more hands-on, board games will also be available. Sessions will continue every Tuesday through March. Registration is not required but will be accepted for these drop-in events. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149. For more information visit www.zionsville.lib.in.us or check our Tweets at http://twitter.com/ZPLteens.

* Wednesday, March 3, 2010 - Boone County Economic Development Corporation Annual Meeting from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at Ulen Country Club. Featured speaker will be Dr. Tony Bennett, Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction. Please R.S.V.P. by February 26th to Tina Staley.  For more information, please visit the Boone County Economic Development Council website.

* Tuesday, March 9, 2010 - Wii Gaming from 3:30 to 4:30 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Students in grades 6 – 12 may enjoy some Wii game play and a little friendly competition as we bring out our Nintendo gaming system. For those who enjoy something a little more hands-on, board games will also be available. Sessions will continue every Tuesday through March. Registration is not required but will be accepted for these drop-in events. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149. For more information visit www.zionsville.lib.in.us or check our Tweets at http://twitter.com/ZPLteens.

* Saturday, March 13, 2010 - Y Teens: Safe Sitter from 9am - 3:30pm at the Witham Family YMCA. This hands-on class teaches boys and girls how to handle emergencies when caring for children and how to nurture and guide a young child. Students provide their own lunch. Snacks will be provided. Additional scholarships from Safe Sitter are available upon request to help defray the cost of the program. Cost: $45/person.

* Tuesday, March 16, 2010 - Wii Gaming from 3:30 to 4:30 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Students in grades 6 – 12 may enjoy some Wii game play and a little friendly competition as we bring out our Nintendo gaming system. For those who enjoy something a little more hands-on, board games will also be available. Sessions will continue every Tuesday through March. Registration is not required but will be accepted for these drop-in events. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149. For more information visit www.zionsville.lib.in.us or check our Tweets at http://twitter.com/ZPLteens.

* Wednesday, March 17, 2010 - Judge David's 11th Annual Community In-Service at the Boone County 4-H grounds in the Witham Health Services Pavilion from 8:45 am to 4 pm. This year's conference will provide timely information on the impact of distracted driving on both youth and adults, social networking, sexting and other challenges facing our children. Bill Stanczykiewicz, President and CEO of The Indiana Youth Institute will be one of the featured speakers. This conference is a must for everyone who works with youth! Registration is $45 per person and includes a continental breakfast and lunch. The deadline for registering is Monday, March 8, 2010. For more information or to download a registration form visit our website at www.communityinservice.com.

* Friday, March 19, 2010 - How to Adopt presented by of the Indiana Foster Care and Adoption Association (IFCAA) from 6-8 pm at Thorntown Public Library (124 N. Market Street, Thorntown, IN 46071). Learn how to adopt, adoption options, considerations, the process, how to adopt a foster child, your questions answered.

* Tuesday, March 23, 2010 - Wii Gaming from 3:30 to 4:30 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Students in grades 6 – 12 may enjoy some Wii game play and a little friendly competition as we bring out our Nintendo gaming system. For those who enjoy something a little more hands-on, board games will also be available. Sessions will continue every Tuesday through March. Registration is not required but will be accepted for these drop-in events. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149. For more information visit www.zionsville.lib.in.us or check our Tweets at http://twitter.com/ZPLteens.

* Wednesday, March 24, 2010 - Drug Free Boone County meeting from 4:30-6pm at Boone County Senior Services. Local coordinating council - interested persons and organizations are welcome to attend.

* Tuesday, March 30, 2010 - Wii Gaming from 3:30 to 4:30 pm at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library (250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville). Students in grades 6 – 12 may enjoy some Wii game play and a little friendly competition as we bring out our Nintendo gaming system. For those who enjoy something a little more hands-on, board games will also be available. Sessions will continue every Tuesday through March. Registration is not required but will be accepted for these drop-in events. Register online at www.zionsville.lib.in.us or by calling the library at 317-873-3149. For more information visit www.zionsville.lib.in.us or check our Tweets at http://twitter.com/ZPLteens.

* Thursday-Saturday, April 15-17, 2010 - Home and Garden Show at the Boone County Fairgrounds from 4-8 pm on Thursday and Friday and from 12-6 pm on Saturday. Sponsored by the Boone County Chamber of Commerce.

* Friday, May 7, 2010 - The Kelly Miller Circus presented by the Lebanon Rotary Club with Witham Hospital Pediatrics. Two shows at 4pm and 7pm. Special Tent raising open to the public at 9am - including a meet and greet with the animals. Proceeds from tickets purchased in advance come back to the Lebanon Rotary Club, which uses the money to fund vocational scholarships for local students and other community projects. Advance tickets are available at Dairy Queen.

* Saturday, May 15, 2010 - Brick Street Market (formerly Country Market) at Zionsville on the Brick Street. Sponsored by the Greater Zionsville Chamber of Commerce.

* Wednesday, May 19, 2010 - Drug Free Boone County meeting from 4:30-6pm at Boone County Senior Services. Local coordinating council - interested persons and organizations are welcome to attend.

* Tuesday, June 1, 2010 - Lebanon Educational Foundation Annual Golf Outing with a shotgun start at noon at Golf Club of Indiana. Open to the public. Advance registration required. Lebanon Educational Foundation website.

* Friday-Saturday, June 4 - 5, 2010 - Relay for Life of Lebanon starting at 4 pm on Friday and continuing through Saturday at the at the Boone County 4-H Fairgrounds. Vist www.relayforlife.org/lebanonin for more information.

* Saturday, June 5, 2010 - Bruce Coons Memorial Golf Classic at Ulen Country Club benefitting the Lebanon Area Boys & Girls Club.

* Friday-Saturday, June 18-19, 2010 - Relay for Life of Zionsville starting at 10 am at Lions Park and continuing until 10 am on Saturday. Visit http://www.relayforlife.org/zionsvillein for more information.

* Saturday, June 19, 2010 - Firecracker Classic 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament from 7 am - 4 pm at Lebanon Memorial Park in Lebanon. Advance registration required. Firecracker Classic website.

* Wednesday, July 21, 2010 - Drug Free Boone County meeting from 4:30-6pm at Boone County Senior Services. Local coordinating council - interested persons and organizations are welcome to attend.

* Friday-Thursday, July 23-29, 2010 - Boone County 4-H Fair at the Fairgrounds in Lebanon.

* Wednesday, September 15, 2010 - Drug Free Boone County meeting from 4:30-6pm at Boone County Senior Services. Local coordinating council - interested persons and organizations are welcome to attend.

* Saturday, October 2, 2010 - Boone County Senior Health & Wellness Expo from 9am-1pm at the Boone County 4-H Fairgrounds, Lebanon.

* Wednesday, November 17, 2010 - Drug Free Boone County meeting from 4:30-6pm at Boone County Senior Services. Local coordinating council - interested persons and organizations are welcome to attend.

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