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Food for Fines Republican Candidate Forum At P-GTPL Hendricks County Republlican Women and Young Republicans will host a Candidate Event on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 aat the Hendricks County Government Center, 355 S. Washington, Danville. There will be a Social Hour and refreshments from 5-6 p.m., when you can speak to the State Delegate Candidates. The program will be from 6-8 p.m. __________
Forum For County Sheriff Candidates
Indy Defenders of Liberty has scheduled and will be hosting a candidate forum for the office of Hendricks County Sheriff. There are three candidates running and we are pleased to announce all three candidates have agreed to participate. The sheriff candidates are Dave Galloway, Jack Sadler and Terry Judy. Please mark your calendar for Saturday April 2. The forum is scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon. Doors will be open at 9:30 a.m. The forum will be held at the Hope Community Church 3350 N State Road 267, just south of Brownsburg. __________
Pittsboro
Local & Social All the Tri-West Middle School Choirs received GOLD ratings in their State Evaluations at the ISSMA MS Choir Organizational Contest. Congratulation, Choirs, for a job WELL DONE! _____ April 9 is the date for Clean up the Park Day at Scamahorn Park. Call the Town Hall for more information. 317-892-3326. _____ Pittsboro Christian Church extends a warm welcome to Rev. Karen Burkley as their new pastor. Her first Sunday will be Palm Sunday, April 10. Worship begins at 9:15 a.m.. All are welcome to join us. _____ Happy Spring! Enjoy the beautiful sunshine on this GREAT DAY IN INDIANA (and Hendricks County)! _________
Enjoy Music at Amo Jam
Join the Amo Jam at the Amo Community Center on Tuesdays, 6 - 8 p.m. This is an impromptu evening of open mic and musical fun. Bring your own musical instrument. or just sit back and listen! Donations accepted, but not required, to help offset the cost of building rental and coffee. ___________
The Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library is hosting its annual Food For Fines event April 3 - 9, 2022 during National Library Week. Library users may donate food, paper products, and personal hygiene items for $1 off overdue fines per item. Donated items will be distributed within the community’s Little Free Pantries. Examples of items accepted for donation are shelf-stable food, paper plates, cups, utensils, feminine hygiene products, toothpaste, toothbrush, diapers, deodorant, dish soap, shampoo, soap, etc. “This is a great way to give back to the community.” says Joanna Sproull, Community Liaison at PGTPL. “Grocery budgets do not stretch quite as far as they once did. Being able to collect these items to help out our neighbors is just another way the library supports our community.” For more information visit www.plainfieldlibrary. net or call 3147-839-6602. __________
Seek Vendors For Brownsburg Farmer’s Market
The 2022 Brownsburg Farmers Market, presented by IU Health West Hospital, will open the season Thursday, May 26 and will run from 4-7 p.m. each Thursday through September 1 at the Brownsburg Town Hall Green (61 N. Green St.). The Brownsburg Farmers Market is proud to support small businesses, local growers, producers, and artisans in Brownsburg and Central Indiana. Full season vendor applications must be received by April 22 to qualify. Weekly vendor applications must provide at least 14 days from the expected first attendance date. The vendor must be a grower, producer, or baker. No resale items will be permitted. This market is currently not accepting applications from direct sellers/resellers. We are a grower-producer market only. To apply visit brownsburg.org ___________
Lizton Local & Social
Easter Week Services April 14 - Maundy Thursday, Lizton Christian Church 7 p.m. April 15 - Good Friday, Lizton United Methodist Church 7 p.m. April 17 - Sunrise services, Lizton Christian Church, 7 a.m. Followed with a breakfast. April 17 - Easter services, Lizton Christian Church, 10 a.m. Everyone is welcome. __________ All you need to be a fisherman is patience and a worm. Herb Shriner
Thursday, March 24, 2022
Fire Destroys Plainfield Warehouse
Meals on Wheels delivers a nutritious, hot meal to homebound residents of Hendricks County. Meals are delivered by a team of more than 120 volunteers. In addition to providing nutritious meals the organization provides a wellness check, complimentary pet food and human connection. If you are interested in volunteering you can visit their website, HCMealsonWheels.org, the site lists all volunteer needs and will give you the steps to get started. For as little as two hours a month Meals on Wheels volunteers can make a huge difference. If you would like more information about becoming a client or volunteer, you can visit their website or call Renee Harlor at 317745-3469. __________
The investigation is still underway about the cause of the fire that destroyed the Walmart Distribution at Plainfield on March 16. Billowing black smoke could be seen for miles. The nearly 1,000 employees were able to escape from the building. Fire Departments from all over Hendricks County and surrounding area responded. Top photo: View of the smoke from Avon; Right, another view taken from Plainfield.
County-wide Spring Clean Up
Brownsburg Merchant Chatter
Plainfield Merchant Chatter
Dappered Man Spring Break is finally here. Come freshen up your look. Three great barbers putting out great work. schedule your appointment today! _____
Toy Buzz & Fizz 119 N. Vine St. Ste A Plainfield, IN 46168 317-742-7730 Closed Monday, Tuesday-Saturday 11A-8P, Sunday 11A-4P Toy and gourmet bottled soda store. We sell toys and collectibles for all ages including Star Wars, SuperHero, Pokemon, Horror, Pop Culture, LEGO, Hot Wheels, WWE, Comic Books, Video Games/Consoles plus more. We carry around 50 flavors of bottled soda and pop culture energy drinks. Also keep on hand a nice selection of candy. _____
Remedy Chiropractic Dr. Molly with Remedy Chiropractic is offering $25 off the new patient rate until the end of March. Health is wealth. Elevate Office Building, 7230 Arbuckle CommonsSuite 262, Brownsburg, IN 46112; 317-504-4786; @ theremedychiropractic _____ Brightly Art Studio Our grand opening will be April 10 from 11-7. The public is welcome to attend the celebration. _____ Ivry Lane Prom Time is Near Lets go Dress Shopping _____ Press Play Gaming Lounge We are booking birthday parties for March, April and May, please call 317-9392987 or visit the website @ www.pressplaylounge.com Business Hours: Thurs 4pm-8pm; Fri 4pm-10pm; Sat 12pm-10pm; Sun 2pm8pm We have are now on GrubHub and have a new menu. Grub Hub hours: Thurs 4pm-7pm; Fri 4pm9pm; Sat 12pm-9pm; Sun 2pm-7pm _____ Aligned With Green Wellness specializes in Functional Nutrition Counseling, Reiki Light Touch Therapy, and teaching yoga to all levels. Simply Be Well! Elevate Office Building, 7230 Arbuckle Commons, Suite 116 __________ Why can’t somebody give us a list of things that everybody thinks and nobody says, and another list of things that everybody says and nobody thinks? Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.
Volunteer for Meals on Wheels
uPaint Spring Break! uPaint will be open every day for families to enjoy painting fun while the kids are out of school. _____ Gear Up Cyclery Plainfield - The weather is warming up quickly and you are ready to get that bike out and start riding this Spring. Do not delay getting your bike in for that SPRING TUNE UP. Need a new bike? We currently have a great inventory of TREK, SCOTT, SPECIALIZE, and BIANCHI bike to choose from. FREE parking for the first hour in the parking garage behind Gear Up Cyclery. _____ Shirt Tales Spring Sports are here, stop into Shirt Tales for your team apparel and spirit wear. Check us out on Facebook @ www.facebook.com/ShirtTalesPlainfieldIN for shop hours and specials! __________
It’s News To Us
Send your news items by e-mail to therepublican@ sbcglobal.net. Call 317745-2777 or fax to 317647-4341. After hours, news items may be slipped in the mail slot in the front door at 6 E. Main, Danville. __________
Check Out County Parks
The weather is turning toward Spring and many of us are anxious to get outside for some exercise our just enjoy the fresh air, but not sure where to go. Did you know Hendricks County is home to over 30 parks and trails? Go to hendrickscountyparks.org for a map and list of public parks. Check out this list to plan your next adventure. Whether it’s a hike, walk, bird-watching, family gathering, romantic picnic or a quiet spot to read a good book. __________
Arts Gala at Plainfield
The Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library will host the Annual Arts Gala to benefit the library’s children’s services. Original pieces in a variety of media, and styles, created by local and regional artists, will be for sale. Individuals, business and organizations who become Patrons of the Arts by pledging to purchase items ranging in price from $50 to $5,000 are invited to attend the Starlight Reception on Friday, March 21 from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. During this exclusive event, Patrons of the Arts will enjoy a first look at items available for purchase, a variety of local craft beers and wines, and a sampling of hos d’oeuvres from local eateries. New this year, Patrons of the Arts will also enjoy a live performance by the Hendricks’s County Symphony String Quartet and a book signing by Dr. Charles Thomas of Chateau Thomas Wineries. The Gala will open to the public on Saturday, March 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and on Sunday, March 23 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. For more information, visit www.plainfieldlibrary. net or call (317) 839-6602. __________ I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived. Henry David Thoreau
The Town of Brownsburg is hosting a County-wide Spring Clean-Up with the help of volunteers and in partnership with the Hendricks County Partnership for Water Quality on Saturday, April 23 from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., with multiple shifts available. “The Town of Brownsburg is dedicated to protecting our local waterways. Clean and healthy waterways provide everything from clean drinking water to recreation opportunities to wildlife habitats,” said Water Utilities Director Kathy Dillon. Due to the ongoing impact of COVID-19, Spring Clean-Up activities were postponed for the last two years. Residents can sign up to volunteer online at https://www.brownsburg. org/487/County-WideSpring-Clean-Up. Teams can be assigned to a location or may choose their own. Priority locations include areas that drain directly to a local waterway. Gloves, trash bags, and other supplies will be provided. Registered participants will receive a t-shirt while supplies last. The deadline to register is April 15. “I encourage every single one of our community associations, every civic group, and all of our neighbors to participate in this Spring Clean-Up,” said Town Council President Travis Tschaenn. “Through teamwork and community commitment, we can keep the Town of Brownsburg clean and beautiful.” For more information, contact: Shelby Abner, Community Specialist, (317) 708-6119 __________
Be Well Crisis Hotline
The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration offers the Be Well Crisis Helpline, a confidential resource available through Indiana 211 that allows Hoosiers to call and speak with a trained counselor 24/7. The Be Well Crisis Helpline is funded by a Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training Program grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The program is part of the state’s new Be Well Indiana initiative. Additional information about the mental health resources available to Hoosiers is available at BeWellIndiana.org.
