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Libraries Assist with COVID-19 Vaccine Registration

Hendricks County libraries are partnering with the Hendricks County Health Department to assist with scheduling and registering eligible people for the COVID-19 vaccine. Currently, individuals 65 and older are eligible to sign up and register for the vaccine at any location in the state of Indiana.

In order to sign up for the vaccine, individuals may go online to www.ourshot.in.gov or call 211 for assistance. Both the website and 211 have been experiencing high traffic and wait times can be lengthy, which is where Hendricks County libraries come in to assist.

Anyone who needs assistance with scheduling and registering for their COVID-19 vaccine can contact any of the following Hendricks County libraries for assistance:

▪ Avon: In Person Only

▪ Brownsburg: 317-852-3167

▪ Clayton: 37-539-2991

▪ Coatesville: 765-386-2355

▪ Danville: 317-745-2604

▪ Plainfield: 317-839-6602 ______________________________________________

New COVID Concerns Line

The Hendricks County Health Department (HCHD) has set up a dedicated phone number to handle the public’s COVID-19 related questions and concerns in Hendricks County.

The COVID-19 Concerns Line, 317-718-6018, is regularly checked by health department staff. Please dial this number to report mask violations, to ask questions concerning COVID-19, or to share any concerns related to schools or the pandemic in general.

County. Staff will regularly listen and respond to these calls throughout the day. If you would like a call back after leaving a message, please leave a name and contact information.

Due to the volume of calls and other public health responsibilities of our department, please leave one voicemail regarding your concern.

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Tox-Away Days For 2021

Hendricks Recycling District will host five Tox- Away Days in 2021.

All Household Hazardous Waste (chemicals, auto fluids, fluorescent bulbs, rechargeable batteries, pesticides, herbicides, etc.) is accepted from households free of charge. Fees are charged for the recycling of televisions, appliances and tires (over a certain number).

Only residents of Hendricks County are allowed to utilize the District’s Tox- Away Day events.

Tox-Away Days are open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The 2021 Tox-Away dates and locations are:

• Saturday, April 17, Brownsburg East Elementary School, 1250 Airport Rd., Brownsburg

• Saturday, May 22, Hendricks County Fairgrounds, 1900 E. Main, Danville.

• Saturday, July 17, Hickory Elementary School, 907 Avon Ave., Avon.

• Saturday, August 28, Hendricks County Fairgrounds, 1900 E. Main, Danville.

• Saturday, October 9, Plainfield Middle School, 985 Longfellow Ln., Plainfield.

When you arrive at a Tox-Away event, stay in your vehicle. Volunteers will unload everything for you.

Please remember that latex paint should not be brought to Tox-Away Day for disposal. Since it is water-based, it is safe to dispose of with normal household trash once it’s been solidified.

More information about the Tox-Away Day program, as well as an online recycling guide, is available by calling the District’s office at 317-858-6070 or by visiting recyclehendrickscounty.org.

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LINK Public Transit Service

LINK Hendricks County provides public transit service to persons of any age (including wheelchair transport, portable oxygen, attendants, and service animals).

Services are available to anyone needing a ride within Hendricks County. Those under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. If your child falls under the Indiana Child Seat Law you must provide a state approved car seat.

LINK service is scheduled on a first come, first served basis, so riders are encouraged to call as soon as possible, up to three (3) months in advance.

Curb to curb transportation is available Monday through Friday, during the hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Service is not available on holidaysor when inclement weather prohibits safe boarding and/or travel.

This is a fee-based service, $6 round trip within a town; $8 round trip within the county. The service is scheduled by calling LINK at 317-718-4474 and requesting LINK transportation.

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Avon Optimists Offer Memorial Scholarship

The Avon Optimist Club is now accepting applications for the Charles H. Schoen Optimist Memorial Scholarship.

The scholarship is open to students planning to attend a two-year (Associates degree) program or other vocational-technical training. In addition to the many two-year Associates Degree programs offered by Colleges and Universities, programs such as medical technician, A & P mechanic, cosmetology, auto mechanic, EMT training and similar vocational studies qualify for the scholarship.

One Scholarship is awarded every year for one year in the amount of $1000 per semester or $2,000 per year. Although one year we awarded two scholarships.

Who is eligible? Youneed not be a student at Avon High School. Seniors at private schools and home - schooled students are also eligible.

Requirements: 1.) Be a graduating senior. 2.) Be a resident of Washington Township, Hendricks County, Indiana. 3.) Intend to pursue vocational training. 4.) Maintain a C average in High School

To apply, request an application from p_grant@ fastmail.fm. Complete the application form and return via email or send to Avon Optimist Club, Scholarship Application, 8103 E. US 36 #140, Avon, IN 46123. Applications are now being accepted. Deadline is April 1, 2021.

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Gleaners Mobile Pantry 2020-21

Gleaners Mobile Food Pantry’s schedule in Hendricks county for 2020-21:

Danville: 1st Friday of each month, 1-3 p.m., 4-H Fairgrounds, 1900 E. Main.

Stilesville: Every other 1st Wednesday, Oct., Dec, Feb., Apr., Jun. & August, 4-6 p.m., Christian Church, 8425 Morgan St.

Pittsboro: Every other 1st Saturday, Nov., Jan. 9, Mar. May, Jul 10, Sep. 11, 10 a.m. - noon, Pittsboro Christian Church, 216 N. Maple St.

Please bring your own bags or boxes. Open to the public; no ID required.

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