Danville

Davisson Family Enjoys Reunion

Davisson Children (left to right) - Tom Davisson, Kathy Cassity, Mary Babbs, Sue Teany, PaulDavisson

The weekend of June 26th and 27th was a very exciting time for the family of Oscar and Mary Kay Davisson.

On Saturday afternoon, several members of the family gathered in Indianapolis for a coed baby shower to honor Ashley and Jimmy Sutton of Washington, Pennsylvania as they get ready to welcome the newest member of the Davisson family.

That evening, Kathy and Elvin Ray Cassity hosted a meet-and-greet dinner in their home for those already in town for the weekend. After dinner, many from Florida enjoyed touring Putnam County to see the covered bridges.

On Sunday, Oscar and Mary Kay’s children, many of their grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren met at the Ellis Park Train Station for the first Davisson Family Reunion. All enjoyed a wonderful meal, games, reminiscing about good times, looking at old pictures, getting reacquainted, and meeting the newest members of the family.

The Davisson children are Paul and Jan Davisson of Jupiter, Florida, Sue Teany (Bob passed away in 1987) of Clermont, Florida, Mary and Jeff Babbs of Indianapolis, Kathy and Elvin Ray Cassity of New Winchester, and Tom and Debbie Davisson of Mishawaka. The younger generations and their families came to the reunion from Alabama, Florida, Indiana, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Tennessee.

The Davisson Family moved to Danville in 1946 from Rensselaer. They resided on Jefferson Street originally and then spent many years on South Indiana Street. They were members of Mary, Queen of Peace Catholic Church. Oscar and Mary Kay were both teachers. They moved to Okeechobee, Florida in 1994. Mary Kay passed away in 1996 and Oscar in 2012. They are buried together in Okeechobee.

Celebrate 60 th Anniversary

Jim & Flory Phillips, married July 8, 1961, are celebrating their 60th Anniversary!

They are Avon High School sweethearts. They describe themselves as two imperfect people who just didn’t give up on their marriage or each other.

Jim likes working at Twin Bridges golf course and Flory enjoys being part the Gallery on the Square. They both feel the Danville community is the best!

Family and friends bring them joy, along with wintering in Florida.

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Seize the Night Designs, 51 W. Marion, will be open for Second Saturday on July 10th from 10-2! I will have a sidewalk sale weather permitting!

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Phoenix Pest Control says donations for the Indiana Skunk rescue can be dropped off at Phoenix Pest Control at 271 S Cross St.

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The Locker Room Sporting Goods, 58 W. Main, reminds you - County Fair is coming up, do you any your logo on any shirts or caps??

Have a great week!!

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Forget-Me-Nots

Visit our Twist & Sniff Department. You won’t be disappointed. Swan Creek Soy Candles. Burn fragrant and clean. 127 S. Washington.

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Speakeasy Books & More is booking evening book club meetings! Stop in at 117 South Washington and see us for more information.

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The She Shed Boutique (next door to Speakeasy Books & More) has added some locally crafted jewelry and apparel!

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Gallery On The Square

We are hosting an Open House Celebration of Life on Sunday, July 11, from 1 - 5 p.m. for our beloved member of The Gallery, Shirley Adams. Shirley was a founding member of The Gallery and enjoyed being a part of our creative group.

All are welcome to stop in to honor Shirley and visit with her family.

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Coloring Club at GOTS

Gallery on the Square, 51 S. Washington St, Danville, hosts Coloring Club the first Wednesday of the month from 10 a.m. - noon. All supplies are included, only $5. Relax. Color. Listen to good music. Enjoy conversation.COVID-19 safety rules are followed. Proceeds benefit the Gallery.

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“Oh, give me back the good old days of fifty years ago,” has been the cry ever since Adam’s fifty-first birthday.

― Jerome K. Jerome

Genealogy Nuts To Meet

On Monday, July 12, the Genealogy Nuts will meet at 1 p.m. Rose Ann Sigborn will discuss “How to Locate an Ancestor’s Actual Place of Birth.”

Often the census and other historical sources do not have accurate birth information. Rose Ann will talk about how to prove where your ancestor was born using sources that are not often used by genealogists. Many of the sources are free!

Currently, the Genealogy Nuts are holding hybrid meetings – both in person and virtual. If you wish to join us in person, registration is requested. Sign up on the DPL website at www.dplindiana.org. Go to the DPL events calendar link and click on Genealogy Nuts - In Person. Currently, we are allowing 30 people to join us in person.

Those wishing to attend via Zoom, please visit the DPL events calendar and click on Genealogy Nuts – Zoom. The link to Zoom invitation is on the events calendar.

The Indiana Room sends out programming news and other genealogy and history information through their mailing list. Invitations to our programs are sent to all members on the Indiana Room contact list. If you would like to be added to our list, contact Cindy at crutledge@dplindiana.org or call the Indiana Room at 317.745.2604.

The greatest thing a human being ever does in this world is to see something... To see clearly is poetry, prophecy and religion all in one.

John Ruskin

Car Show Crowd Observes 4th of July at Danville

The July First Friday Cruise In at Danville fell on the 2nd, but the crowd marked the 4th when the Star Spangled Banner was played and all turned to face the flags at the Memorial while the national anthem played.

HCHS Pet Food Pantry

Hendricks County Humane Society’s Pet Food Pantry is still operating. You don’t have to be an existing Pet Food Pantry recipient - just call 317-745-3338, answer some simple informational questions, and you can receive dog or cat food (& litter) as available. Arrangements will be made for pickup.

The HCHS Pet Food Pantry is part of the County Food Pantry Coalition, and also participates in three Gleaners Mobile Food Pantry distributions. For more information about the Hendricks County Humane Society, visit the website at hendrickshumane.org.

Dogs never talk about themselves but listen to you while you talk about yourself, and keep up an appearance of being interested in the conversation.

Jerome K. Jerome

Buffet Tribute At Ellis Park

The next Evenings in Ellis is a Flip Flop Dave with a tribute to the music of Jimmy Buffet, on Friday, July 9.

This adults-only (age 21+) poolside concert takes place at Gill Family Aquatics Center in Ellis Park. Doors open at 6 p.m., show starts at 7.

Danville Local & Social

Don and Beulah Clothier found their way back to Danville after a 3-week, 7,400 mile exploration of the Great American West.

Improve Your Mood Support Group

Improve Your Mood Support Group meetings every Tuesday from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Hendricks County Senior Centerr, 2101 Sycamore Lane in Danville.

Members have been gathering to learn about mindfulness and other coping techniques for symptoms of depression and anxiety.

The Improve Your Mood Support Group is offered at no cost to anyone 25 yearsof age or older wishing to participate. No reservations are required to attend.

The group is facilitated by Sharon Dora Samsell, Coordinator of Bereavement and Community Support Groups for Hendricks Regional Health.

Transportation is available through Senior Services at 317-718-4474. If you would like to join us for lunch before the meeting, please call the Senior Center at least 24 hours in advance. Suggested donation is $3 for seniors 60 years old or older and their spouses.

Hendricks County Senior Services is funded in part by United Way of Central Indiana, CICOA Aging and In-Home Services and the generous donations of individuals, businesses and community organizations.

Service is provided without regard to sex, race, color, religion, disability, or national origin.

Have You Planned for Your Estate?

When it comes to estate planning, there are a variety of challenges. Luckily, there are also many reliable, time-tested planning approaches that are both effective and economical. The first and most central component is a will, but it is also important to separately consider assets that pass directly to named beneficiaries, such as retirement plans, jointly - owned property, or life insurance.

Estate planning is not just about what you pass on, but to whom—family members, friends and loved ones, and often meaningful charities. In fact, creating a charitable legacy can be a positive and integral part of estate planning.

Some assets pass through probate before they are distributed to heirs, while others bypass the court process and go directly to beneficiaries. Examples of assets that do not go through probate might include jointly - owned assets (your home or bank accounts), retirement plans, or life insurance that specify a beneficiary. A good estate plan coordinates the disposition of all assets.

A good step-by-step plan starts with clearly determining your objectives. Do you want to provide security for your spouse, leave money for your children or grandchildren, or leave a charitable legacy? The second step would be to make an inventory of your assets. Once you have these two steps complete, you can begin effective planning. An attorney or other professional advisor is recommended as the next step, since you will want to draft a will, but may also want to consider revocable or irrevocable trusts, lifetime gifts, and other ways to realize your goals.

Effective estate planning takes time and effort, but the rewards more than justify the costs. For more information, call the Community Foundation at 317-268-6240.

Loan Medical Equipment

Hendricks County Senior Services maintains a limited supply of medical equipment available for loan for residents of Hendricks County as part of the Danville Rotary Club Foundations, Inc’s Durable Medical Equipment Loan program.

Equipment is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. There is no charge for borrowing the equipment. Donations are graciously accepted to help offset the cost of maintaining the equipment. We offer walkers, wheelchairs, rollators, and canes. Call the Senior Center for more information at 317-745- 4303.

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 will allow Hoosiers to call and speak with a trained counselor 24/7.

The free Be Well Crisis Helpline was established by FSSA’s Division of Mental Health and Addiction in response to the elevated levels of stress and anxiety Hoosiers are experiencing due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Be Well Crisis Helpline is funded by a Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training Program grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.Be Well Indiana initiative. Additional information about the mental health resources available to Hoosiers is available at BeWellIndiana.org.