“CHiPS” TV stars to attend local fundraiser
GREENFIELD – The stars of the old TV show “CHiPS” will be on at a local fundraiser in October, and tickets are on sale now.
Guest stars Erik Estrada and Larry Wilcox will be at “Dinner with CHiPS” fundraiser. The event will benefit the McCordsville-based Blue Angel Connect, which works with public safety agencies and other local organizations to provide services to communities in Hancock and Henry counties.
“CHiPS” was a crime drama television series that aired on NBC from 1977 to 1983.
The event will feature dinner at Bradley Hall in Greenfield Oct. 21 and is $275 a ticket. People may also purchase tickets for autographs and photos with the “CHiPS” stars Oct. 20 at a hotel in Indianapolis. For details and tickets, visit blueangelconnect.org. Sponsorship packages for multiple tickets are also available.
Love INC announces online fundraiser
GREENFIELD – Love In the Name of Christ of Greater Hancock County recently announced a program to raise money through purchases at Walmart.com.
Sparkgood allows people who shop on Walmart.com to round up their change and donate to Love INC. A wish list is also on the site. Visit walmart.com/sparkgood and search for the charity.
Teddy bear clinic coming up
GREENFIELD – Gateway Hancock Health just west of Greenfield will host a Teddy Bear Clinic event for children of all ages.
The free event is 9-11 a.m. July 8 at 6189 W. John L. Modglin Drive, Greenfield. Bring a favorite teddy bear, stuffed animal or doll to Gateway Hancock Health and learn how to care for them and keep them healthy. Children will check in their special friend; be called back to get their height, weight and temperature; and help their friend get vitals and vaccinations. Each family will receive a swag bag with items to help continuing care at home; there will be more giveaways throughout the morning. Register for the event at eventbrite.com.
