Vietnam veteran John Kuhn was recently honored by the Common Threads Quilt Guild.
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Local veteran honored with quilt
GREENFIELD – Vietnam veteran John Kuhn was recently honored by the Common Threads Quilt Guild.
Kuhn was honored for his service at the quilt show “Harvest of Quilts.” The event displayed 145 quilts made by local members.
The guild will honor four other veterans at the upcoming Nov. 20 meeting.
White House decor topic of upcoming event
GREENFIELD – Learn about White House Christmas decorations in an upcoming event hosted by the Hancock County Herb Society.
Linda Vodney, a retired professional florist, will present “Decorating the White House for Christmas” based on her experience of being one of 100 volunteers to decorate the White House for the holidays in 2016.
The event is at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at the James Whitcomb Riley Boyhood Home’s Lizabuth Ann’s Kitchen, 250 W. Main St., Greenfield. Light refreshments will be served. For more, call 317-326-2274 or visit facebook/HerbiesofHancockCounty.
Historical society celebrates 60 years
GREENFIELD – The Hancock County Historical Society celebrated 60 years at an annual membership luncheon Sept. 22.
The event was a way to thank all HCHS members for their support throughout the year. Members were treated to a catered chicken noodle lunch. Officers were installed for 2025: Michael Kester, president/curator; Tom Alexander, vice president; Rebecca Crowe, secretary; Kathy Shoufler, treasurer; and Kim Hall, at-large director.
A cake commemorating the 60th year was enjoyed by all participants. Katie Deuser, HCHS Docent, was presented with a two-year certificate to mark her service. Hancock County Commissioner Gary McDaniel presented a proclamation.
For more, visit hancockhistory.org or call 317-462-7780.
Chamber to host veterans lunch, women’s conference
GREENFIELD – The Hancock County Chamber of Commerce has two events coming up in November.
Invite a Veteran to Lunch is an annual tradition, set for noon Nov. 5 at the Community Foundation of Hancock County’s Thrive Center, 971 W. U.S. 40, Greenfield. Veterans are the guests and attend for free; non-veteran attendees are charged $15. Register by Nov. 1 by calling 317-477-4188, emailing [email protected] or visiting greenfieldcc.org/events.
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.
Cheeseball orders open now
GREENFIELD — The Upsilon chapter of Psi Iota Xi is taking pre-orders for its annual cheeseball fundraiser. Money raised supports speech and hearing, art, literature and music efforts in Hancock County.
Cheeseballs is the organization’s largest fundraiser. The chapter will be following health protocols and always prepares cheeseballs in a commercial kitchen with supervision of a food service professional. Cheeseballs will be ready for pick-up or delivery in mid-November.
Cheeseballs are available for pre-order. They are $8 each and come in savory and chocolate chip dessert flavors. Savory cheeseballs can be ordered rolled in nuts or without nuts. To order, please text (preferred) or call Katie Ottinger at 317-318-8313.
The Upsilon chapter will also have a booth at the Greenfield-Central High School Holiday Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 7 to sell cheeseballs. No advance order necessary at the bazaar; items will be sold first-come, first-served while supplies last.
Psi Iota Xi, founded in 1897 in Muncie, Ind., is a women’s philanthropic organization with chapters throughout the midwestern United States. Psi Iota Xi chapters are focused on raising money and offering volunteer service to improve the quality of life in their communities. Membership in Psi Iota Xi is open to any female 18 years of age and older. Those interested in membership can also contact Ottinger.
