Datebook: May 14, 2012

Public meetings
Shelbyville Water and Sewer Commission meets at 6:30 p.m. today at 1059 Washington St.
Shelby County Fiscal Court meets at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Stratton Center, 215 Washington St. Tuesday.
Triple S. Planning and Zoning meets at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Stratton Center.
The Simpsonville City Commission meets 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at City Hall. The meeting will be preceded at 8:15 a.m. by a public hearing on the road fund budget.

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This week
Backyard planning and planting  
Jeneen Wiche will teach about flowers, trees and bushes to plant in your backyard to attract birds and butterflies along with tips for a vegetable garden at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Call 633-4593 to reserve your spot at this free session at the Shelby County Extension Office.  There will also be door prizes and a silent auction to benefit Operation Catsnip, with bidding beginning at 9:30 a.m.
Shelby County High School presents ‘Carnival’
Shelby County High School will present the Broadway musical Carnival at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday and Saturday in the high school auditorium. The prouction of is guest directed by  Jack Wann.
Diabetes classes
A 4-part series of classes about diabetes will continue at 1 p.m. Thursday and June 14 at the Shelby County Extension Office. If you have diabetes or are at high risk for diabetes, plan to register for this free class so that you can make healthy lifestyle changes to prevent and/or manage diabetes.  Call 633-4593 to register.
Friends Indeed at Old Stone Inn
The Friends Indeed Band, featuring Scott Summit, Kent Ray and Matt Simons, will perform from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday on the patio at the Old Stone Inn in Simpsonville.
Mount Moriah basketball tournament
Mount Moriah Baptist Church in Mount Eden will host a 3-on-3 basketball tournament to raise money for the mission group going to Haiti. It will begin at 6 p.m. Friday and finish at 8 a.m. Saturday. To participate, contact Penny Jewell at 502-639-6901 or E-mail penny@shelbywireless.net. The first place winner will receive $100.
Long golf scramble
The 16th annual Shelby Community Charities Michael Long Golf Scramble is Friday and  Saturday at the Shelbyville Country Club. Friday includes live auction and live music. The 6-person golf scramble on Saturday is $125 per person, with a dance and auction that evening. Dance tickets for those who do not participate in the scramble are $80 per couple, which includes appetizers, drinks and dancing. A dinner will be provided. For more information, call Lawrence Montalto at 417-4533, Jimmy Willard at 321-1111 or Kristian Ruble at 633-8578.
Yard sale benefit
A benefit yard sale for Jamie Andriot will be at 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at Allure Salon/Violi Business Center, 320 Boone Station Road. Andriot is battling cancer. Donuts, coffee, hot dogs and lemonade will be available. Donate any gently used items to the salon at 9 a.m.-7 p.m. today and Thursday. Furniture will be accepted. For more information, call Adrianne at 633-2727.
Masonic Mothers Day sale
The Shelbyville Masonic Lodge, Solomon’s No. 5, will have its annual Mothers Day flower sale, the James Bowman Memorial Flower Sale, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The event will also include concessions and a community yard sale. Community members can set up at a space fee of $10 for one day or $15 for both days. The lodge is at 711 Frankfort Road in Shelbyville. For more information, contact Steve at 502-529-9140 (evenings).
Bagdad Days to honor vets
Bagdad Days, a community event sponsored by Bagdad Baptist Church, will celebrate 20 years on Saturday. The event will honor war veterans with a parade at 10 a.m. There will be a community quilt show starting at 9 a.m. and a 5K run/walk. The entry form for the race is available at www.bagdadbaptist.com or contact Phyllis Bailey at 502-640-6062.
Country ham breakfast
The Wingate Lodge in Simpsonville will have a country ham breakfast at 7-11 a.m. Saturday. The menu includes biscuits, gravy, eggs, potatoes and country ham.
Luci Center fundraiser
The Luci Ball fundraiser for the Luci Center will be Saturday at Undulata Farm in Shelbyville. Proceeds from the event will go towards the therapeutic riding program. The evening features cocktails, Hors d’oeuvre, a silent auction and live music. Silent auction items include but are not limited to a 2013 spring wild turkey hunt, a Smokey Mountain condo, a romantic get-a-way at Snug Hollow B&B, a Keeneland box for fall racing meeting 2012 and a  TEKNA all-purpose English saddle. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.thelucicenter.org or call 502-220-4308.
Plant giveaway
Need some new/different plants for your yard or garden? A free plant giveaway and swap will be at 8:30-11 a.m. Saturday, rain or shine, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 181 Old Seven Mile Pike. No early birds. Available will be free plants, seedlings and “thinnings” of many varieties. Some tools and supplies will be given away as well! If you wish to bring some thinnings from your garden to share, you may do so, but it is not required. For more details, call 502-647-3696.
Letter carriers’ food drive
The letter carriers’ food drive will be Saturday. Place non-perishable food items in a bag by your mailbox. The carriers will deliver it to a local food bank or pantry. A box also is located at The Sentinel-News office for drop-off.
Mud bog at Waddy
The second annual mud bog will be Saturday at the Waddy Ruritan Club, 1171 Kings Highway. Gates will open at 10 a.m., and the event starts at 1 p.m. The admission will be $5 per person at the gate and $20 per truck. For more information, call 502-817-6021.
Nature craft day
A nature craft day will be at 1-5 p.m. Saturday in the Miller Outdoor Education Center located at Red Orchard Park, 704 Kentucky St. Pat Greer will lead the kids in watercolor panting with a nature theme. Open and free to the public. For more information or questions, E-mail at clearcreektrailblazers@hotmail.com or visit https://www.facebook.com/clearcreektrailblazers.
Waldridge benefit
Benefit day for Gladys Waldridge will be at 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at Shear Happiness Salon, 448 Old Seven Mile Pike. Events include hair cuts, yard sale, bake sale and a silent auction. Waldridge has cancer and has just finished radiation. She and her husband have three children at home. All the proceeds will go to the family. For more information or to donate, call the salon at 647-0055.
100 women praying event
Marnel C. Moorman Family Life Center Presents: 100 Women Praying on Mother’s Day. This special prayer is for all women during the 11 a.m. service at the Clay Street Baptist Church, 1940 Midland Trail, on May 13. For more information, call 502-633-5922.
Solomon’s Lodge
The Solomon’s Lodge No. 5 meets 7:30 p.m. Monday. For more information, visit www.solomons-fam.com.
Joe B. and Denny golf scramble
Coach Joe B. Hall and Denny Crum will host the Easter Seals of Louisville seventh annual golf scramble Monday at 11 a.m. at Wildwood Country Club in Louisville. The player fee is $150, and a foursome is $600. Each foursome plays with a sports celebrity or a leader in the community. The fees include 18 holes of golf, cart and green fees, lunch, awards dinner, beverages and prizes. For reservations and information, call Easter Seals at 502-584-9781.
Trailblazers tackle garlic mustard
Join the Clear Creek Trailblazers at 6 p.m.-dark Tuesday to tackle the garlic mustard problem at Red Orchard Park, 704 Kentucky St. A great way to get the little ones outside. This invasive herb crowds out native species but is easy to pull. Take some home with you and make dips or spreads to eat. Recipes will be available.
Jennie C. Benedict Circle
Jennie C. Benedict Circle of The International Order of The King’s Daughters and Sons meets at noon Tuesday. For more information call Jean M. Donovan, past president, at 633-3011.
Kingsway Circle
The Kingsway Circle meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the King’s Daughters and Sons conference room at Jewish Hospital Shelbyville. Contact Barbara Scott, president, at 502-633-2843.

Next week
Dave Ramsey’s financial course
Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University concludes May 17 at Clay Street Baptist Church in Shelbyville. Classes are at 6:30 p.m. each Thursday for 13 weeks in the family life center. Registration required, and first 10 families to register get a discount. For more information, contact Elaina Burks (502-417-8600 or clayramsey@insightbb.com) or Marcia Duncan (502-321-4978 or Marcia@soldonKY.com).
Board of Realtors luncheon
The Shelbyville Board of Realtors’ May luncheon will be at 11:30 a.m. May 17 at Dominion’s Model Home in Cloverbrook Farms, 230 St. Regis Drive. RSVP to 1sbr@bellsouth.net
FAC boot camp
The Challenge Boot camp is an 8-week fitness challenge to lose weight, inches and body fat while participating in a 2-month intense fitness boot camp. The camp ends May 17. The person who loses the most body fat at the end of the camp will receive a free, 2-month boot camp package, and the person who loses the most weight will receive a free three-month membership at the FAC. The camp will be 9:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays with other times available at the Family Activity Center at Clear Creek Park. The tuition is $120 for members and $150 for non-members. To register, contact Cathy Wilhoit, ACSM certified personal trainer, at 502-321-8576 or journeytowellness@live.com.
Job preparation
Get ready for the job market by attending the Job Preparation Class at 6:30-8:30 p.m. May 17 at the Shelby County Extension Office. Learn about applications, resumes, cover letters, interview techniques and much more.  Call 633-4593 to reserve your spot in this free class.
Cushman’s Club in Finchville
The Cushman’s Club will be at the Finchville Community Center on May 17-20. Anyone with an interest to view these mini-cycles and talk with their owners is welcome to come visit.
Downtown Shelbyville concert series
The annual downtown Shelbyville concert series on Fridays and Saturday nights this summer will begin on May 18 with Tom Hood performing at 6 p.m. at the public parking lot between 6th and 7th streets. Better Daze will perform at 7 p.m. May 19 at Fountain Square, across from the Shelby County Courthouse. Shows also will be June 29 (Josh and Holly) and 30 (Carryin’ On); July 27 (Phil Kelley) and 28 (Leo & the Moonlighters, plus Shelbyville Car Cruise); Aug. 24 (Flat Pick Express) and 25 (Fourth Watch); and Sept. 14 (Lewis Mathis) and 15 (New Breed, plus SMART Car Cruise). For more information, contact Shelby Development Corporation at 633-5029.
Lake Shelby fish fry
The Lake Shelby fish fry will be at 5-8 p.m. May 18, June 15, July 20, Aug. 17 and Sept. 21 at Lake Shelby, on Burks Branch Road. The cost will be $8.50 per plate or items can be purchased separately. For more information, call 633-5059.
Holder’s anniversary gala
A 35th anniversary gala for Clay Street Baptist Pastor Ron Holder will be at 6:30 p.m. May 19 at the church’s Marnel C. Moorman FLC, 1940 Midland Trail. Tickets for this formal-attire dinner are $25. For more information, call 502-633-5922.
Pleasureville fish fry
Pleasureville United Methodist Church will host a fish fry at 5-7 p.m. on May 19. The cost will be $8 for fish, baked beans, cole slaw, hush puppies, homemade desserts, tea and lemonade.
Shelby Trails hike
Discover Shelby Trails Park, located at 5063 Aiken Road in Todds Point, during a guided hike and explore a new part of the park. Meet at 9 a.m. on May 19 in the parking area closest to dairy barn, and then the group will caravan over to the Webb Road entrance. Dress appropriately. For more information or questions, E-mail clearcreektrailblazers@hotmail.com or visit https://www.facebook.com/clearcreektrailblazers.
Pancake breakfast
A pancake breakfast will be at 7-11 a.m. May 19 at Kentucky Farm Bureau, 1201 Mount Eden Road. All proceeds will benefit Crew 470 summer outings. The cost will be $7 for all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, juice and milk. Dine-in or carry-out will be available.
Houchin wildlife scramble
The eighth annual Kyle Houchin Wildlife Memorial Scramble will be May 19 at Weissinger Hills Golf Course. There are still slots available for the morning and afternoon sessions, which begin at 8 a.m. and 2 p.m., respectively. The cost for this year’s event again will be $280 per team or $70 per player. For more information, contact Dallas Kingsolver at 502-321-0176.
Relay for Life
The 2012 Relay for Life, the American Cancer Society’s signature fundraising event, will be noon May 19 to 6 a.m. May 20 at Shelby County High School. Contact Karen at 558-5106 or E-mail capturethememory@aol.com.
Fish fry and silent auction
The third annual fish fry and silent auction to benefit the 2012 Guatemala Missions Team will be at 5-8 p.m. May 19 at Finchville Baptist Church. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. To buy tickets, call the church at 834-7973.
Theater auditions
Auditions for Shelby County Community Theatre’s production of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum will be at 7 p.m. May 20-21. Auditioners should be prepared to do cold readings from the script or a 1-minute monologue, and bring sheet music and sing 16 to 32 bars of upbeat music. Performance dates are July 20-22 and 27-29. The play is directed by Mike Seely. For more information, call 502-633-0222.

Upcoming
Former ‘Biggest Loser’ at First Baptist
Abby Rike, a 2009 contestant on the NBC reality show, The Biggest Loser, is one of the guest speakers May 21 at this year’s Encounter: Women of Worth Lifestyle Evangelism Conference at First Baptist Church of Shelbyville. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. and pre-session workshops are at 4 p.m. The main session begins at 6:30 p.m. Early-bird registration extends through May 11 and is $20 per person. After May 11 the rate is $25 per person. Dinner is available for an additional $8 per person. To register, visit http://www.kybaptist.org/ewow. For additional information, call 502-489-3570 or 866-489-3570.
Area blood drives
Shelby County blood drives this month will be at 1-5 p.m. May 21 at the Stratton Community Center, 215 Washington Street; 1-8 p.m. May 21 at Zaxby’s of Shelbyville, 1980 Midland Trail; 1:30-5:30 p.m. May 25 at Masonic Home, 711 Frankfort Road; and 1-6 p.m. May 29 at Kroger, 311 Boone Station Road.
Job fair at extension office
A job fair will be held from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. May 21 at the Shelby County Extension Office.  Meet local employers, hear about and apply for jobs. This event is co-sponsored by the Goodwill Workforce Development. For more information, call 633-4593.
Appetizer cooking class
Two local cooks will teach how to cook a variety of appetizers May 21 at the Shelby County Extension Office at 1117 Frankfort Road. The 2-hour class will begin at 6 p.m. The class size will be limited, and a $10 registration fee will be required per person. The deadline to register is May 18. Contact Brandy Kemper at 502-321-5907 or brandyannkemper@gmail.com  or Rebecca Dingbaum at 502-844-2699 or rebeccadingbaum@hotmail.com.
Craft club project
The Homemaker Craft Club will teach you to make a simple spring bead bracelet during a session at 10 a.m. May 22 at the Shelby County Extension Office. Kayla Graves Sparacino will teach this class.  The cost is $5.  Call 633-4593 to register by May 18.
Reading, signing at library
Meet Author Deanna O’Daniel at 6-7 p.m. May 24 in the Hudson Room of the Shelby County Public Library as she discusses and reads from her book, Kiss Your Elbow, a Kentucky memoir. Books will be available for purchase. Registration is requested for seating purposes only by calling 502-633-3803.
Wingate Lodge fish fry
Wingate Lodge, Simpsonville will host a fish fry 5-8 p.m. May 25. The menu includes fish, three sides, dessert and drink for $8.
Perennial plant swap
A perennial plant swap will be at 1 p.m. May 26 at Metzger's Country Store in Simpsonville. If you have perennials taking over your yard, bring some to swap with others for free. If you don't have perennials and would like to start a perennial garden, there will be plenty for you as well!  For more information, call 502-722-8850.
Memorial Day event
A Memorial Day Tribute Walk and Service will be May 28 at Grove Hill Cemetery. Salute residents who have served our country with a special tour starting at 9:30 a.m. in the chapel. The service starts at 11 a.m., followed by refreshments and historical collection display at VFW.
‘’Til Beth Do Us Part’ at theater
Performances of Shelby County Community Theatre’s production of ‘Til Beth Do Us Part, by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten, will be June 1-3 and 8-10. The play is directed by Chris Wise. The theater is located at 801 Main St.
Corpus Christi golf scramble
The Corpus Christi Academy golf scramble will be June 2 at the Shelbyville Country Club. Registration will begin at noon, with a shotgun start at 1:30 p.m. The cost is $50 per person or $200 per team. Sign up by May 28. After May 28 the fee will be $65 per person and $260 per team. This includes green fees, cart and a fried chicken dinner after the tournament. Refreshments will be provided on the course. The deadline for registration is May 31. Contact Mike Lambert at 633-2490 or Kent Herold at 647-1479.
Shelby County animal celebration
The Shelby County No-Kill Mission with the animal shelter will celebrate four years without euthanatizing an adoptable animal at 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. June 2-3 at Red Orchard Park. Activities include the state disc dog competition, luau-themed pictures with your pet, yard sales and adoptable animals from area rescues. Birthday presents appreciated will be kitty litter, cat/dog food and toys. For more information, contact Robin Kenyon at 502-727-2703 or Birdiebird29@yahoo.com.
Habitat for Humanity golf fundraiser
The sixth annual Drive It Home Golf Classic to benefit Shelby County Habitat for Humanity will be at noon June 4 at Persimmon Ridge Golf Course. The cost will be $125 per player or $500 per team. First- and second-place prizes will go to the top scoring teams, and there are various other prizes and contests. The event begins at 11 a.m. with a boxed lunch. Player benefits include free lunch at the clubhouse, green fees, cart, beverage (non-alcoholic), free range balls and practice facility.
Tai Chi at extension office
Shelby Fit for Life will offer a 4-week introduction to Tai Chi for Health at the Shelby County Cooperative Extension Office, at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays June 5-26. Classes will be led by Peggy Tschauner, certified instructor in Tai Chi for Health. The cost is $25 for the series, and a minimum enrollment of eight participants is required.  For more information or to register for this class, call 647-7867 or 633-4593.
Retired teachers dinner meeting
The Shelby County Retired Teachers Association dinner meeting will be at 7 p.m. June 7 at the Stratton Community Center, 215 Washington St. in Shelbyville. There will be a special reception honoring newly retired teachers beginning at 5:30 p.m.  Reservations for the dinner, beginning at 6 p.m., can be made by contacting Susie Phillips at 633-3169 or E-mail boyd.phillips@insightbb.com or Sam Chandler at 633-6595 or E-mail ccchandler@insightbb.com no later than May 30.  Spouses and/or significant others are invited to attend by making a reservation. The cost of the dinner is $10 per person, which includes a catered-dinner by Anna Ruth Hammonds.  The meeting will include a short performance by the Shelby County Community Children’s Choir (SC3); recognition of the fifth-grade and fifth district essay winner, Caeli Harp of Painted Stone Elementary School; introduction of newly retired teachers, a candle lighting ceremony in honor of our deceased teachers from the past year; and a short regular business meeting.  The meeting should end about 8:15 p.m.  All retired teachers and administrators are invited to this dinner, even if not a member of SCRTA.  All retirees are welcome.
Men’s health fair
The annual men’s health fair will be from 8 a.m. until noon June 9 at Jewish Hospital Shelbyville. Free health screenings, including prostate exams, blood analyses, skin cancer checks, podiatry and more, will be available. To schedule appointment times, call 647-4341.
Spring fling
The 30th annual New Castle spring fling will be at 11 a.m.-10 p.m. June 9 around the Henry County Courthouse. There will be arts and crafts, flea markets, food booths, farmers’ market, exhibits, 5K run/walk, car show, bands, children’s activities, silent auction, games, parade, re-enactors, street dance, citywide yard sales and much more. For more information, call 502-845-4181.
Fair pageants
The Shelby County Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will accept applications for the pre-teen, teen and queen pageants at the Shelby County Fair. The pre-teen pageant will be June 16, and the teen and queen will be on June 19. Applications can be picked up at Dairy Queen, Carol and Company and The Shelby County Fire Department. Applications will be accepted until June 4. For more information, contact Anissa Judd at 645-0389.
Squire Boone Day
Squire Boone Day will be June 16 at Clear Creek Park amphitheater and the Col. Sanders Pavilion. James Ray Morgan’s community chorus will kick off the event at 11 a.m. Entertainment all day will include local and out-of-town bands, musicians and D.J. Bach. Food will be provided by Will’s Grill. There will be an auction at 1 p.m. The Squire Boone committee is accepting donations for the auction. To contribute or for more information, call 502-320-5371.
Project Linus blanket collection
Project Linus distributes blankets to children in cancer centers or who are seriously ill or traumatized in many ways. Help this cause by signing up to make a blanket for a child in need at 10 a.m.-noon on June 19 at the Shelby County Public Library on the first floor in the Hudson Room. Registration is required. Limit 35. For materials needed, call the library at 633-3803 ext. 11.
Board of Realtors golf scramble
The Shelbyville Board of Realtors’ golf scramble will be June 22 at the Shelbyville Country Club. Check-in, lunch and practice begins at 11:30 a.m., and the shotgun start will be at 1 p.m. The cost is $75 per player or $300 for a four-person team for 18 holes. Reservations will be taken on a first-come, first serve basis, and space is limited. Sponsorships include $100 per hole, $150 per range, $500 for lunch and $200 for putting green. For more information, contact Shawn Willard at 502-553-1880 or Danielle Wade 633-3335.
Community fun festival
The Shelby County Health Department will host a community fun festival at 10 a.m.-1 p.m. June 30 at 615 11th Street in Shelbyville. There will be games, food and giveaways. For more information, contact Amber Smith at 633-1243 or 220-3765.
Yamuna foot fitness
Yamuna foot basics helps prevent or alleviate common foot problems such as plantar fasciitis, bunions, hammer toes, Morton’s neuromas, flat feet and fallen arches. Learn how to take care of your feet after they have worked for you all day. Beth McCoun, certified Yamuna instructor, will instruct the class at 10 a.m.-noon July 6 at the Shelby County Public Library, on the first floor in the Hudson Room. Registration is required. Limit 20 adults 18 years and older. Call 633-3803 ext. 11 or E-mail marketing@scplibrary.net.
Finchville Ruritan yard sale
The Finchville Ruritan Club will have its annual yard sale on July 5-8. To set up a booth, call 834-7754. The Shelby County Car Club will have the sixth annual Finchville car show at 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 8. There is an $18 registration fee to enter, with a cutoff time to register of 2 p.m. that day Awards will be given for the top 30 and five specialty classes. For more information about the car show, call Jim at 502-878-4637 or Keith at 502-817-0658.
SCHS Class of ‘82 reunion
The Shelby County High School Class of 1982 will have its 30th class reunion at 6 p.m.-midnight on July 21 at Cardinal Club in Simpsonville. The cost is $45 single/$90 couple before July 1. For more information, contact Mary Hayes Smith at 502-487-8205 or mary@shelbyvillekentucky.com.
Habitat housing applications
Habitat for Humanity of Shelby County is accepting applications for the next home. Candidates must submit applications, and they will be called in for a preliminary interview. Proof required for need, ability to pay and willingness to partner with Habitat. Applications can be obtained through www.habitatshelbyky.org or can be picked up at 6th & Main Coffee Shop or Josh Haines State Farm on KY 55. The applications must be mailed by the end of July to HFH of Shelby County, P.O. Box 728, Shelbyville, 40066.
Zumba at the library
Jaime Shiver will be the instructor for Zumba at 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays beginning Aug. 7 at the Shelby County Public Library, on the first floor in the Hudson Room. Registration is required for adults 18 years and older. Limit 30. Call 633-3803 ext. 11 or E-mail marketing@scplibrary.net
Recovery celebration
Shelby Christians will host the third National Recovery Month celebration on Sept. 21, 2012, at Clay Street Baptist, 1940 Midland Trail. This is a celebration of people in recovery.
Finchville Fall Festival
The Finchville fall festival will be Sept. 29-30. There will be a country breakfast on Saturday morning. Concessions will be served throughout the weekend, and dinner will be served Sunday afternoon. Events include games and activities for adults and children, including a corn-hole contest and skillet toss. To set up a booth, crafts or for more information, call 834-7754.
SCHS Class of ‘92 reunion
The Shelby County High School class of 1992 will have its 20th year reunion at 6 p.m.-11:30 p.m. on Oct. 20 at Gallrein Farms in Shelbyville. The cost is $30 in advance and $35 at the door. Make checks payable to SCHS Class of ‘92 and mail to Nicki Wathen Sparks at 228 Old Veechdale Road, Simpsonville, 40067. For more information visit http://schsclassof1992.webs.com/.
Finchville Ruritan Christmas party
The Finchville Ruritan will have its community Christmas party at 5 p.m. Dec. 15. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there along with Rudolf, the Grinch and elves. Snacks will be served. There will be more information to come.

Recurring
Book club kits at the library
If you belong to a book discussion group or are thinking about starting one, you are invited to check out the Shelby County Public Library’s selection of book kits. Each kit contains 12 books and a notebook with information about the author, a synopsis of the book and discussion questions. All of the books have been selected and read by the library’s “Brown Bag” book club. The club meets the second Tuesday of every month, at 1-2 p.m. All you need to check out a kit is to have a library card. For more information, call 633-3803.
Shelby County Farmers’ Market
The Shelby County Farmers’ Market is open weekly 8 a.m.-noon on Saturdays through Oct. 27. Local vendors offer fresh produce of many kinds, eggs, jams, jellies, cut flowers, perennials, shrubs and trees, as well as baked goods, honey, handmade soap, jewelry, pottery, yarn goods, and more.
Adult classes scheduled
The JCTC Adult Education Program in Shelby County offers free programs for adults. Individuals seeking a GED can study at their own pace or attend classes; skill review – to read better, improve writing skills, or brush up on math to get a better job or prepare for college; national career readiness certification – verify your skills in three key areas that are important to employers; paraeducator – providing the necessary training and testing to help individuals who plan to work in the school systems as an instructional assistant; English as a second language (ESL). GED test is free until June 20. Call or stop by for information at the following locations:  JCTC Shelby County Campus, 1361 Frankfort Road, room 125, 633-5524 extension 33669, Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesdays and Thursdays 4:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.; Shelby County Public Library, 309 Eighth Street, 633-3803, Monday 1 p.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; and St. James Episcopal Church (ESL service only), 222 Main Street, 502-220-9121, Monday and Wednesday 9 a.m.-11 a.m., Tuesday and Thursday 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
Library Walking Club
The Shelby County Public Library is forming a Walking Club that will meet at the FAC parking lot Monday through Friday at 5 p.m. and Saturday at 10 a.m. Park near the white farmhouse. Bring water and wear good walking shoes. Register to become a Library Walker by calling 633-3803, ext. 11, or E-mail marketing@scplibrary.net.  Doctor’s approval is required.
Spay/neuter clinics
Operation CatSnip monthly spay/neuter clinics with a financial donation for Shelby County. For more information, call or text 502-220-0271 or E-mail ocki@insightbb.com.
MOPS meetings
MOPS: Mothers of Preschoolers meets at 6-7:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month at First Baptist Church Shelbyville. Free childcare is provided for the moms attending the meetings. The children are divided into age-appropriate classes. Nursing infants may remain with moms. On Wednesdays, a family meal is offered at 5-5:45 p.m. for $5 per adult, and children eat free. Mothers of Preschoolers is a program designed to nurture mothers with children from infancy through kindergarten.
Drug/alcohol recovery
Celebrate Recovery is a Christian-based Drug and Alcohol Recovery at the First Baptist Church, across from the Shelby Co. Fairgrounds. It is also for anyone who has a hurt, habit or hang-up. Pizza Café fellowship is 5:30 to 6:10 p.m. Thursdays; large group open share/praise/worship is 6:10 to 6:50 p.m.; a break is 6:50 to 7 p.m.; Small group gender specific open share is 7-8 p.m.; fellowship and snacks is 8-8:30 p.m.; Friday nights is step study night, call for times, John Flannagin 1-253-653-8349 or Ghedra Dunn 633-2665.
Chemical dependency program
Sessions in the Mount Empire Athletic League chemical dependency program will be at 7-8:15 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays in April at New Life Baptist Church, 2378 Waddy Road. This is a curriculum-based program and will be free. For more information, call 502-682-8943.
Salvation Army donations
Currently the Salvation Army is accepting donations for good used furniture and household items to help those who have lost their home by fire. Contact Bonnie L. Roberts at 633-7813 or blr1020@aol.com.
Outdoor Center open Saturdays
The Miller Outdoor Education Center at Red Orchard Park now has new exhibits on Kentucky Bison and now is open noon to 4 p.m. every Saturday. If you or someone you know would like to help out by being at the Center during these hours once a month or so, contact us at clearcreektrailblazers@hotmail.com, http://www.shelbycountyparks.com/Clear-Creek-Trailblazers.html or https://www.facebook.com/clearcreektrailblazers. Visit www.clearcreektrailblazers.org or https://www.facebook.com/clearcreektrailblazers for more information.
Rotary Club
Shelbyville Rotary Club meets at noon every Tuesday at Centenary United Methodist Church.
Bridge at FAC
Free bridge groups meet at 9:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays at FAC. All levels, beginning or rusty, etc.
Weekly bike ride
A beginners’ bicycle ride is 6 p.m. Mondays at Main Street Bikes in Shelbyville. For information, call 220-4136.
Amanda Smith Circle
The Amanda Smith Circle contact is Tina Hurt, president, at 502-633-3308 or hurttina@hotmail.com.
Pediatric group meeting
Associates in Pediatric Therapy has a Support Group for Parents with Autistic children (for all Autism Spectrum Disorders). Meetings will be at the APT Clinic, 1900 Midland Trail, and times are flexible, according to the needs of the group. Call 633-1007 to sign up.
Bike night in Frankfort
The Kentucky Road Runners will have bike night at 5-10 p.m. Mondays through October at Brick Alley (St. Clair Street) in downtown Frankfort. For more information, visit kyrdrunners.com.
Parkinson’s support session
A support/exercise group geared to meet the needs of those fighting Parkinson’s Disease meets at 6:30-7 p.m. Mondays at Jewish Hospital Shelbyville. For more information, call Dyna Zehnder at 502-377-7562.
Free tutoring
The Painted Stone Family Resource Center will offer free after-school tutoring. Two certified teachers will provide the tutoring to students from Painted Stone in grades K-5 3:30-5 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays at Crescent Place Assisted Living Community, 148 Allen Drive, Shelbyville (off Midland Trail near Hardee’s).
Dorman Center bingo
The non-profit Dorman Preschool Center benefits from the 7 p.m. Tuesday and Friday bingo at 200 Buck Creek Road in Simpsonville.
Foster care/adoption program
The Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) is forming classes for their foster care and adoption program. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, married or single, financially stable and have an income, in good physical and mental health, meet safety requirements including background checks, and all adults in the home must successfully complete 32 hours of training. CHFS is in specific need of foster/adoptive homes willing to accept teenagers, large sibling groups (three or more), medically fragile kids, kids of a different race/ethnicity and kids currently available for adoption on the Special Needs Adoption Web site. However, all types of applicants are encouraged to apply in order to meet the needs of all children in foster care. Interested applicants should call 502-633-2055 or 1-888-698-2221. For more information visit https://apps.chfs.ky.gov/snap/ or http://chfs.ky.gov/.
Scrabble club
A scrabble club will be held at the Family Activity Center. Suggested hours are 9 a.m.-noon Monday, Wednesday and Thursday and noon-4 p.m. Monday-Friday. The club is free to the public. For more information or to join call, M. Randell at 610-0010.
Church Zumba class
The fitness and wellness ministry of New Mount Zion Church is now hosting a weekly Zumba Class 6 p.m. every Tuesday in the Mulberry Building on Main Street. The cost is $3. For more information E-mail Tamika at TamikaandEugene@gmail.com
Rotary Club
Shelbyville Rotary Club meets at noon every Tuesday at Centenary United Methodist Church.
Bridge at FAC
Free bridge groups meet at 9:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays at FAC. All levels, beginning or rusty, etc.
Weekly bike ride
A beginners’ bicycle ride is 6 p.m. Mondays at Main Street Bikes in Shelbyville. For information, call 220-4136.
Amanda Smith Circle
The Amanda Smith Circle contact is Tina Hurt, president, at 502-633-3308 or hurttina@hotmail.com.
Pediatric group meeting
Associates in Pediatric Therapy has a Support Group for Parents with Autistic children (for all Autism Spectrum Disorders). Meetings will be at the APT Clinic, 1900 Midland Trail, and times are flexible, according to the needs of the group. Call 633-1007 to sign up.
Youth wrestling
Bluegrass Warriors Wrestling Club will have preseason workouts for wrestlers in grades 3 through 8. For information contact Coach Myers at 633-0192 or at bigdaddycoach@gmail.com.

Announcements
Car donations
Many boys and girls’ clubs are looking for car donations in any condition. Cars are sold at auction and the funds generated help support their many programs. Call 1-800-246-0493 to donate or for more information.
Artists on Main
Shelby Artists on Main is looking for new artists. Be a part of the gallery and have your work seen regularly. For more information call 633-7273.
Crestview needs volunteers
Crestview Care and Rehab is recruiting volunteers who would like to help enrich the lives of residents through art, crafts, games, music, reading or various other activities. Crestview is also available to host small womens’ or mens’ groups to include interested residents for community or religious involvement. Contact Judy at 502-633-2454.
Classic movie fans
If you love movies from the 1930s through the 1960s and would like to find other classic movie fans in our area, contact Lou Ann at 502-829-0233.
Animal shelter needs volunteers
The Shelby County Animal Shelter is looking for volunteers to walk, play with and socialize the dogs and cats. The shelter is full, so there are plenty of animals to choose from. If you would like to help, call the shelter at 633-0009.
Food Pantry hours
New hours for the Food Pantry are 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays. The Clothing Closet is open 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays. All items are free. God’s Kitchen has a free meal, 11:30 a.m. weekdays at Victory Baptist Church, 715 Main St. in Shelbyville.
Nurse Aid training
Nurse Aid training classes will be 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and 5-9 p.m. in the Louisville area. Phlebotomy and EKG classes are also offered monthly. Call 502-561-3771 for more information.