The Clinton County Health Department is designing a public health promotion campaign to encourage more people to seek STD testing at the department because the current number of residents seeking these tests are quite low and we believe it’s mostly due to a lack of awareness. Regardless of insurance, the test costs only $20 for the two most common types of STD, and there is a separate HIV and Hepatitis C test for free. The Health Department is across the street from Old Stoney. For more information, contact Matt Paarlberg at 765-659-6385, extension 1303.
The American Red Cross is holding blood drives at the following locations in March: Thursday, March 7 — Flora United Methodist Church, 107 E. Main St., Flora, 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Thursday, March 21 — First Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 352 W. Clinton St., Frankfort, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Individuals of all blood types — especially type O — are asked to make an appointment to donate blood or platelets by visiting RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
The AARP Tax Aide program is offering free assistance for low to moderate income and elderly taxpayers. Most returns are e-filed and all volunteers assisting with taxes are certified preparers. Tax assistance is available in Harmony Hall at Wesley Manor each Wednesday through April 10 by appointment. Call 656-2111 to schedule an appointment between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Tax assistance is also available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursdays and continuing through April 11 at the Frankfort Neighborhood Center.
The Frankfort Community Public Library announces the next Adulting 101, Women in Tech Careers. Learn about what inspires people to join the tech workforce from .Net Developer, Abby Burkhalter. Discover what kind of education is required and how women are an integral part of the field. It will be held at the Edge, the Library’s Tenn Department on Thursday, March 7, from 5-7 p.m. For more information, contact Rachel Milburn at 765-654-8746 or email at [email protected].
Rossville United Methodist Church Extra Helpings Cafe is having a monthly free community dinner on Thursday, March 7, from 5:30-7 p.m. Menu is soup and sandwiches and the Cutler Band will perform. All ages are welcome at 110 W. Main St., Rossville.
The following events are coming up at the Delphi Opera House: Saturday, March 9 — The Cheese Weasels – Local Brew Series; Friday, March 15 — April Verch Band Tickets and details: www.delphioperahouse.org or call 765-564-4300.
The Walton Public Library announces its schedule of events for March: Wednesday, March 6 — Sara Leeman, Successful Women Series, 9 a.m. in the Community Room; Tuesday, March 12 through Friday, March 15 — Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale, 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room; Saturday, March 16 — Friends of the Library Book Sale $1 a Bag, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Community Room; Wednesday, March 20 — Sharon Stump, Dealing with Grief, 9 a.m. in the Community Room; Wednesday, March 27 — United Way Community Conversations, 8 a.m. in the Community Room. For more information, call 574-626-2234.
The Annual Spaghetti Dinner sponsored by Vesta Lodge 136 F. and A.M. in Jefferson will be held Saturday, March 9, from 4:30-7 p.m. This is an all-you-can-eat event featuring spaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread and drinks. Cost is $8 for adults, children ages 6-12 are $5 and those under 6 are free.
Harry’s Music Down Under returns on Thursday, March 14, at 6:30 p.m. with local artist Mike Flowers. This event will take place in Harry’s Coffee Bar, located in the lower level of the Frankfort Community Public Library. .The event is free, but donations to the artist are appreciated. The coffee bar will be open. Flowers performs a variety of folk and country music on his guitar. He lives in Colfax where he is a pastor.
The Clinton County Ag Outlook Breakfast will be held Friday, March 15, at the Community Building at the Clinton County Fairgrounds, 1701 S. Jackson St. Breakfast starts at 7:30 a.m. Purdue Economist Dr. Michael Langemeier will be the guest speaker. This event is sponsored by The Farmers Bank. Interested individuals need to RSVP by March 8 by calling 765-659-6380.
The Sheridan First Christian Church will hold its annual Spring Smorgasbord on Saturday, March 16, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Located at 107 W. Third St., the menu includes chicken pot pie with gravy, baked ham, meat lasagna, fresh salads and vegetables, homemade butterhorn rolls and delicious desserts. A freewill offering will be collected that benefits local missions. The church is handicap accessible.
The Kokomo Amateur Radio Club and Howard County Department of Emergency Management will be hosting the annual Skywarn Severe Weather Seminar. If you desire to learn how to assist and participate in severe weather spotting, then this training session is for you. The seminar will be presented by the National Weather Service on Saturday, March 16, at 9 a.m. at Kokomo High School, 2501 S. Berkley Road, Kokomo. Please enter through the main entrance located on the south side of the building facing Lincoln Road. This seminar is free for all ages. For more information, contact Howard County Department of Emergency Management at 765-456-2242.
The Frankfort Community Public Library announces the next Teen Lock-In which will feature an evening of gaming and snacks. Join the Library for a night of video, board, and role-play gaming. The Gaming Lock-In will be at the Library on Saturday, March 23, from 5-8 p.m. Check-in for the event will take at the Edge, the Library’s Teen Department. Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to attend and join the gaming fun. All attendees must present a permission slip signed by parent or guardian. This is a free event and registration is preferred. For more information, contact Rachel at 765-654-8746 or email [email protected].
Clinton Central Elementary is preparing for its Early Kindergarten and Kindergarten Round-Up. Students who will be 4 by August 1, 2019, are eligible to enroll in the Early Kindergarten Program on April 2. The Early Kindergarten fee scheduled will be available at round-up. Students who will be 5 by August 1, 2019, are eligible to enroll in Kindergarten on April 4. Call the school office at 765-249-2244 to schedule an appointment for round-up day.
Clinton Prairie Elementary will be holding a meeting for parents of kindergarten students on Monday, April 8, at 6 p.m. This meeting is for parents only. Prospective kindergarten students must be 5 years of age on or before August 1, 2019. Kindergarten screening will be held Monday, April 15, from 8:20 a.m. to 4:40 p.m. Visit the Clinton Prairie Elementary website at el.clintonprairie.com to complete a form to tell us about your prospective student. For more information, contact Clarice Good at 765-654-4473 or [email protected].
The Purdue Women’s Japanese Choir will be performing on Tuesday, April 9, at Wesley Manor. The schedule is as follows: 10:30-10:45 a.m.: Performance for Wesley Manor residents @ Chapel; Noon to 12:20 p.m.: Join Kiwanis @Social Room; 12:30-12:55 p.m.: Performance for Kiwanis and Guests @ Chapel.
Russiaville Community Outreach is sponsoring the Russiaville Health and Information Fair on Wednesday, April 10, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Jeff Stout Community Center. There are a total of 17 vendors that have signed up so far. There will also be an opportunity to sign up for some fun classes such as basket making, quilting, wood carving, iPhone set up and usage and basic computer/internet usage. This event is free and food is available for purchase. For more information, contact Mary Ann Shuck at Russiaville Community Outreach.
The Clinton County Chamber of Commerce and Frankfort Main Street Casino Night will be held Saturday, April 12, at Arborwood from 6:30-11 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person and include heavy appetizers, $50 in casino chips, music and much more. Reserve today by e-mailing Jason at [email protected].
Frankfort High School Auxiliary gymnasium is the site for the Third Annual Walk-A-Mile for Autism on Saturday, April 13, from 1-3 p.m. There is no cost for the event. You are asked to bring a table, chair and your materials. For more information, contact event coordinator Gena Carson at 765-650-1220.
The Stepping on Stigma 5K Run/Walk is set for Saturday, May 11. The race starts at 10 a.m. at the Clinton County Fairgrounds. There will be free family activities, prizes, food and participate in the 5K. For more information, contact Kathy Martin at 765-659-6063.
The Send Silence Packing exhibit will be at the Clinton County Fairgrounds from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. This exhibit has traveled the country for more than a decade to end the silence that surrounds mental health and suicide and connect visitors with resources for support and action. This campaign has only one stop in the Midwest and it is in Frankfort. For more information, contact Healthy Communities of Clinton County Coalition at 765-659-6063.
The following is a schedule of Special Events in Frankfort and Clinton County for 2019: March 16 — 3rd Annual Women’s Expo at Frankfort Library, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; April 9 — Kaspar Media Points of Light Volunteer Fair, 4-7 p.m.; June 8 — Kirklin Art & Antique Fair; July 4 — Fourth of July Celebration, TPA Park; July 13-21 — Clinton County Fair; July 26-27 — Frankfort Hot Dog Festival; August 23-24 — Rossville Summer’s End Festival; September 25 — Kaspar Media Senior Fair October 12 — Frankfort Oktoberfest; November 22-January 1 — Christmas Celebration of Lights, Frankfort.