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Local designs and holiday decor are available at the Country Vintage Market Nov. 2 at the Hancock County 4-H Fairgrounds.

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Country Vintage Market Nov. 2

GREENFIELD – The Country Vintage Market returns to the Hancock County Fairgrounds soon.

The event is 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 2 and features two buildings of food and craft vendors at the Hancock County Fairgrounds, 620 Apple St., Greenfield.

The event is hosted by Hancock County Extension Homemakers and is a fundraiser for the group.

Memorial dedication ceremony coming up

GREENFIELD – A dedication ceremony for a new memorial is coming up.

The VFW Post 2693 will host a community ceremony at 11 a.m. Nov. 9 at Vietnam Veterans Park, located at the intersection of Ind. 9 and Davis Road. The ceremony is for a memorial honoring Indiana Rangers serving in Vietnam, specifically Company D (Ranger) and the 151st Infantry (Airborne) Battalion. A light lunch will follow at the post.

Chamber to host women’s conference

GREENFIELD – The Hancock County Chamber of Commerce will host a women’s conference in November.

The Women in Business Conference is set for 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 15 at NineStar Connect, 2243 E. Main St., Greenfield. Celebrate the achievements of women in business, hear from a panel and enjoy lunch. Registration is $50. Sponsorships and door prizes are accepted. Learn more or register at greenfieldcc.org/news_events.

Bingo event to assist MV Education Foundation

FORTVILLE – The Mt. Vernon Education Foundation is hosting a Bourbon, Bags & Bingo event to raise money for its mission to enhance the educational experience for MV students.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 7, with Bingo starting at 6:30 p.m. at The Barn at SilverStone Farm, 6508 W. 100N., Greenfield.

Open seating is $40 per person; a table for eight is $320. Learn more at facebook.com/mtvernon.educationfoundation.

Libertarian Party to host candidate event

NEW PALESTINE – The Libertarian Party of Hancock County will have a meet-and-greet event with candidates at 1 p.m. this Sunday, Oct. 27

The event is at El Toro Bravo, 7242 U.S. 52, New Palestine and will feature free appetizers to all guests.