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Steak ‘n Bake ‘n Raffle returns in September
GREENFIELD – The annual Steak ‘n Bake ‘n Raffle, hosted by the Rotary Club of Greenfield, is coming up Sept. 21 and tickets are available now.
The annual event returns to the Hancock County Fairgrounds from 6-10:30 p.m. Sept. 21. Last year, Hancock County nonprofits raised more than $190,000 through the event.
The event for those 21 and older includes Jai Baker 3, a country/rock cover band. Tickets can be purchased through local Rotary members, or in person at USLA and Forty Financial. For updates, visit rotaryclubgreenfield.org or facebook.com/RotaryClubGreenfield.
Riley Wranglers accepting new members
CUMBERLAND – Square dance lessons are available in Cumberland.
Riley Wranglers is an active group of square dancers with members dancing all around the state and country, in addition to regular club dances.
Learn modern Western square dancing with lessons from 7-9 p.m. beginning Sept. 18 at Cumberland United Methodist Church, 219 N. Muessing St., Cumberland. The first lesson is free, and is $4 per person after that. Partners are available for those who don’t have one. Email [email protected] or call 317-989-4533 for more information.
Bed race event returns to fairgrounds
GREENFIELD – The Four Post 400 Bed Race Challenge returns this September.
Race a wheeled bed at the Hancock County Fairgrounds with a group of friends, coworkers or nonprofit organization. Additional prizes are given for best-decorated bed.
The event is a fundraiser for the Dale E. Kuhn American Legion Post 119. It is set for Sept. 14. Vendors open at 11 a.m., a presentation of the nations’ colors, pledge and invocation is at noon; Hometown Heroes will be at 1:15 p.m.; the Parade of Beds is at 12:30 p.m. and races start at 1 p.m. A cornhole tournament for all levels is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The legion is currently seeking sponsors for the event, ranging from $50 to $500. Those who want to participate can join for $75 if using one of the legion’s beds, or $50 by bringing your own bed. Send registration information and fees to American Legion, P.O. Box 96B, Greenfield. Registration should include a team name, members of the team and ages, and parents’ signature if under 18. Email questions to [email protected].
Birding group events open in September
GREENFIELD – Greenfield Birders are hosting community bird watching events at local parks in September.
The group, in collaboration with Greenfield Parks and Recreation and the National Audubon Society, will host events to gather and view birds at 8 a.m. Sept. 14 at Thornwood Nature Preserve and 8 a.m. Sept. 28 at Beckenholdt Park. For addresses, updates and a complete list, visit facebook.com/groups/GreenfieldBirders.
Pulled pork meal Saturday
GREENFIELD – A pulled pork meal is coming up 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. this Saturday, Sept. 7, hosted by Hancock Lodge 101.
The $9.99 meal includes a sandwich and a choice of two sides, coleslaw, baked beans or macaroni and cheese. Bottled water is an additional $1; soft drinks, $2. The event is dine-in or takeout at 661 Tague St., Greenfield. Advance orders can also be placed; contact Paul Roark, 414-233-1003 or [email protected].
Chamber to host September meeting
GREENFIELD – The Greenfield Area Chamber of Commerce will learn about Zoey’s Place Child Advocacy Center at an upcoming meeting.
The event is 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 10 at The Thrive Center, 971 W. U.S. 40, Greenfield. The event will be catered by Kinsey’s Italian Cafe and cost is $15. Make a reservation by Sept. 6 at greenfieldcc.org.
Retired teacher to be honored
GREENFIELD – The Hancock County Retired Teachers Association will honor all newly-retired teachers from Hancock County in an upcoming event. The meeting will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 11 at Nameless Creek Camp, 2675 S. 600E., Greenfield. Any retired teacher living in Hancock County or who has retired from Hancock County schools is invited to attend. For more information or to make a reservation, contact Susa Geesa, 317-332-2744 or [email protected].
Quilt group meets monthly
GREENFIELD – The Night Owls Quilt Guild meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of every month at the Patricia Elmore Center in Greenfield.
Newcomers are welcome; bring any “show and tell” quilts and share quilting ideas.
The center is located in Riley Park, 280 Apple St., Greenfield.
