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Independence Day is almost upon us and that puts us right in the middle of “Festival and Fair” season. There are all kinds of outdoor activities, markets and car shows to enjoy. In this issue you’ll find schedules for these events and many more. Also there are pictures of recent festivals in case you didn’t make it. One thing’s for sure, there’s plenty to do in Gibson County this time of year. With all the sunshine, produce is popping and those farmers are busy people. The sun has helped my basil plants pop right along too, as you’ll read in the Cooking Corner. Since the topic of food came up, there’s a story that I’ve been wanting to share for ages about an authentic Italian restaurant in Vincennes. Get ready to take a road trip after reading Behind the Scenes. Our cover story will give you some history of the county fair, but there’s also a local company with nearly a century of history itself, in Business Today. Take a minute, find the patio or front porch and see what’s up around the county.

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The Gibson County Fair: Then & Now Staff Report

A Look Back at What Was and What’s to Come

Fried fish, lemonade, livestock, carnival rides, demolition derby, what’s not to love about the county fair? The county fair comes around every year—and while it may be easy to take for granted—most people don’t notice that history is being made. Come July, the sunshine and humid air signal residents of Gibson County that the fair is on its way, just like it has since 1851. Most people can’t imagine a time before iPhones and Instagram, but back in the mid-1800’s, another form of entertainment was being molded in the form of the county fair. In 1852, the Agricultural Society was established, followed by the first Fair Board in 1857, and now there are over sixty acres dedicated to the fair. When the fair was established, board directors purchased land from Elisha Embree, which was a tract of land consisting of about seven acres, situated about a half mile northwest of Princeton. They paid $734.40 for that land. The grounds were prepared in a hurry, and the first fair of the Gibson County Horticultural and Agricultural Society was held. Admission was charged for the first time and the fair proved to be a success with over 700 entries and proceeds of over $700. No

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monetary premiums were offered that year, but spoons, silver cups and plated thimbles were given in place. Oh, how times have changed! And even though there were tough times including the Civil War, the Great Depression, and World War II when the fair went on hiatus, the spirit of the event was still present. History notes that the Gibson County Fair was known as the “Great One.” During the 1930’s, and throughout the Great Depression, many county fairs failed because of the lack of interest and money to maintain their fairs. Gibson County managed to have a fair every year during these depressed times until 1942. In fact, during the Civil War the fair grounds actually served as an encampment for several different regiments of soldiers. The Gibson County Fairgrounds

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was offered to the regiments by Dr. William Blair, who was one of the original members of the Gibson County Fair Board. Dr. Blair was the Chief Surgeon for the 58th Regiment. His offer led to the recruitment of many men. The Gibson County Fair in September 1907. Soon after in October 1861, the military changed the Gibson County Fair Ground’s name to Camp Gibson. While some may think the fair is a small-time gig, it has Camp Gibson became etched in history as a Civil War actually seen a number of famous faces over the years Camp. But with good times, often come hard times. In including: Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette, Conway 1893, exhibits at the fair were down due to the great fire Twitty, and Jerry Lee Lewis among many, many others. of1882, that destroyed 63 buildings in the downtown In 1955, the fair celebrated its 100th birthday, and its area and the complete west and north side of the 200th isn’t too far from now. Today the fair features the Princeton Square. Many businesses were not able to new Toyota Event Center (which seats over 700 people recover in time to attend the fair with their exhibits. If you with over 12,000 square feet of space), new concession think it’s hot now, in 1899, temperatures during the week booths, the annual rodeo, demolition derby, 4H, were reported to be up to 105 degrees — in the shade. motocross, Miss Gibson County pageant, concerts, The years passed and the fair only grew bigger and carnival and much more over the week-long celebration. more inclusive. In 1900, the fair It may not include the old horse races, welcomed the first ferris wheel, which balloon races, or fiddler’s contest of was 50 feet high. years past, but while you enjoy all the While 25,000 attendees may seem fair has to offer this year, keep in mind like a small number by present day the ones that came before. The ones standards, it was estimated that over who built the legacy. No matter the 25,000 people passed through the change in physical location — what is gates during the 1906 fair along with added or retired — the spirit of the the addition of a new amphitheater. It Gibson County Fair remains. Professor Cox’s Band in 1871. was the biggest crowd to ever attend.

A Word from the Fair Board President

The Gibson County Fair Board would like to welcome you to the 163rd Gibson County Fair. We believe it’s the best fair in Southern Indiana. As you enter the grounds this year you will find that our fair board, associate fair board members, friends of the fair and volunteers have been working hard to make improvements to the grounds and scheduling family entertainment for this year’s fair. The concession stands built in the ‘50’s are gone and have been replaced with an updated version of the old concession stands. The new stands are covered with open sides, so everyone can still meet with friends and family and enjoy the fair food and the fair atmosphere. The new stands will seat over 275 people each, be ADA compliant, and will meet current building and fair codes. I would like to give a special thanks to my board of directors and associate board. Without their yearlong planning and help we would not have the quality fair we enjoy each year, I would also like to thank ALL of our sponsors that donate time, money and equipment to the fair. Our sponsors play a key role in our fair and our community. Please support those that support the fair. We hope you enjoy your time at the fair this year. President,

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Gardening Goodies Pothos Plants

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Pothos plants are often confused with philodendrons, because they look so similar to each other. There’s a very good reason for this. In a sense, pothos and philos are 1st cousins with each other. Pothos plants are native to the jungles of Malaysia. They are highly adaptable, glossy-leafed plants with heart shaped leaves. Three of these varieties you might find around here are, ‘Green Jade Pothos’, ‘Golden Pothos’, and ‘Marble Queen Pothos’. These attractive plants can sit on a table as a center piece, hang in a basket, or grow up a fibre pole. Pothos are easy to grow, care for and are a perfect houseplant for even a beginner. ***Alert, you do need to know that pothos plants are considered poisonous and should be kept away from children and pets. Light - The solid green leafed pothos do best in low light. The ones with yellow and green leaves like medium to low light. Pothos with green and white leaves grow best in medium to bright light. The lighter the color in the leaves the more light it requires. Watering - Pothos like to be kept damp but not wet (soggy). Allow it to dry out slightly before watering again. Over watering can kill a pothos. Bright yellow leaves indicate that your pothos has gotten too dry between

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Backyard Birds By Guest Writer, Shawn Keith

As we celebrate the Fourth of July what a better time to discuss our state bird the Northern Cardinal. Indiana designated the Northern Cardinal as the official state bird in 1933. One of America’s favorite backyard birds, cardinals are the state bird in seven states: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia. Related to grosbeaks and buntings, Northern Cardinals are distinctive in appearance and song - recognized by their “cheer cheer cheer,” “whit-chew whit-chew” and “purty purty purty” whistles. Male cardinals are a brilliant scarlet red, females a buffy-brown with reddish wings - both have a jet -black mask, pronounced crest, and heavy bill. The cardinal sings nearly year-round, and the male aggressively defends his 4-acre territory (male cardinals have been seen attacking small red objects mistaken as other males). Northern Cardinals breed 2-3 times each season.The female builds the nest and tends the hatchlings for about 10 days while the male brings food. The male then takes over the care of this first brood while the female moves on to a new nest and lays a second clutch of eggs.

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Fireworks are fun, beautiful, and loud. And isn’t that what summer is all about? Fireworks displays can be a lot of fun for us, but they aren’t always so fun for our pets. Lots of dogs and cats (and even some livestock) are scared of loud noises, and the frequent bangs and booms of fireworks can be terrifying for them. Most dogs and cats will simply hide when they are scared, but some will show some strange behaviors. If you notice that your dog or cat does any of these things during thunderstorms or fireworks shows (or any other time there is a lot of loud noise), they are probably anxious or scared: • Hiding • Standing perfectly still and trembling • Uncontrollable barking or vocalizing • Destructive behavior (unusual for your pet) – chewing on furniture, clawing at doors, other ways to “vent”their feelings • Biting or clawing (unusual for your pet)

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Belted Galloway Country Connections The Scottish Beef Story and photos: Guest Writer Melissa Minton

The last five and a half years have been quite the unexpected adventure for our family. You never know just quite where life will take you or what you will end up doing if you listen carefully for opportunity to knock. It all began when we were finishing up the final details of landscaping our new home. My husband, Shane Minton, was making small talk with our landscape architect about adding some livestock at our new property. We wanted to utilize some of the acreage and turn the fallow land, which was mostly not-so-fertile, previously strip-mined ground back into something productive. He had initially been thinking cattle, but our landscaper asked “Have you ever thought about meat goats?” Little did I realize that from this conversation, I’d soon be tending much more than the knock out roses and hydrangeas that were being planted around my house! At first a little stunned and somewhat turned off at the thought of goat meat (which we’ve since come to enjoy), we were at the same time a bit curious. Raising goats for meat was something very new and foreign to us. Here in southern Indiana, it is quite common to see pastures full of cattle and the long, often aromatic swine and poultry barns, but there’re not too many goat farms to be found! Our landscaper, who also happened to own a largescale meat goat operation in a neighboring county, explained how the demand for goat meat in the U.S. has been growing. Intrigued by this idea, and the fact that goats are smaller, thus easier to handle than cattle, began to sound appealing. My husband, who many in Gibson County know as a full time financial advisor for Edward Jones in Ft. Branch, would be away through the week, and therefore as a stay at

home mom / home school teacher, the job of running the farm would largely fall on my shoulders. With only a little livestock experience when I was a child, I have to admit that the idea of managing a smaller animal did appeal to me. It didn’t take long for us to decide we were in and our farm, coined Melissa holding a 70 lb. baby. Windy Meadow Farms, was founded. And you know how there are those people that when they get into a swimming pool, they stand at the edge for a long time, dipping their toes in, carefully testing the temperature of the water? That was not us! We did the “cannonball” so to speak and jumped right in with a purchase of a thirtyfive head commercial meat goat herd and were in business! Our first kidding season, I sat in the pasture and witnessed the birth of six sets of twin goat kids and five sets of triplets in one day! I was completely hooked at that moment to raising livestock. By the time it was all done, I had over 100 goats bouncing around playfully in our pasture! And with my two young daughters at home, we knew that this was the way we wanted them to experience the remainder of their childhood. That was in 2013. Fast forward a couple of years to 2015, when we decided we were ready to “graduate” from raising small ruminant animals and move on to larger livestock. After building our confidence raising meat goats, we began assembling a herd of registered, purebred Belted Galloway cattle, commonly referred to as “Belties” or affectionately known as

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“Oreo” cows. Again, doing things against the norm, we fell in love with this beautiful, docile, heritage breed of beef cattle that are fairly uncommon. A slower maturing, old Scottish breed, Belted Galloways are not widely found in this part of the state, and are relatively small in national numbers compared to other conventionally raised beef breeds. While we still raise a handful of meat goats, our farm has recently transformed into a nearly one hundred acre cattle operation, raising and selling fresh Belted Galloway beef both in bulk halves and quarters and individual cuts as available. We also sell our Belted Galloway breeding stock all over the country. Combined with being known for their robust, premium flavored beef, and the fact that they are a lot of fun to look at in the pasture, our Belties leave quite an impression to all who encounter them. Enjoying the opportunity to share our farm with others, we have had several small tour groups consisting of area homeschool and scouting groups come out and visit in order to learn more about our animals and what it takes to produce the food they often enjoy. We also recently participated in the

Princeton 4th grade farm fair where many local students met our cattle up close and personal, and our daughters will again be showcasing them at the Gibson County fair. It is always an Hannah and Halle with their 4H projects. honor to introduce children (and other adults) to the deeply rewarding field of agriculture and raising livestock. We are living proof that you don’t have to grow up in an agriculturally oriented family or location to set your sights on this adventure and dive right in. What has started as a “what if” for us has now grown into a full-blown family farming business. My husband Shane, who many in Gibson Co. usually see in a suit and tie, behind an office desk, crunching the numbers for their retirement investing, is also equally comfortable wearing ripped jeans and a ball cap, driving his tractor, stacking hay bales and mingling with the cattle herd. In fact, the next time you see him around Ft. Branch looking all spiffy in that pressed shirt and tie, you might also want to look for the dirt behind his ears or tractor grease under his nails!

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HMC Gearing up Towards a Century

Photos & story Jancey Smith

There are but a select few businesses in the county that can talk proudly about being in operation for nearly a century. Even though there are some that may be older, Highway Machine Company goes back to 1921. It continues to be a fifth generation family company that has developed a specialized niche and has adapted to modern times. Robert Smith Sr. and his son Henry came to the area in the late 1800’s and started mining. They opened Kings Mine, south of Princeton, Indiana, in 1919. Shortly after, they realized that a machine shop to service the mine was needed. Parts were in demand. They began, A picture of HMC in the ‘60’s “The machine shop across the highway,” as it was known originally, in 1921, (Highway Machine Company). Just a few years ago, they adjusted the name to reflect their true ambition - HMC Gears. Current CEO, Bob Smith III remembers HMC as a landmark from his youth, hearing people give directions by saying, “Well, it’s about so far from the Highway Machine Shop.” The Smith family owned much of the land south of Princeton near the exit ramp. Behind where Enon Church on Hwy. 41 is today, they ran RJ Oil and Refinery. Nearby was Princeton Farms and Kings Mine. Princeton Farms was where Orville Redenbacher got his start in 1939, before moving to Valparaiso and taking the Purdue #32 hybrid popping corn recipe with

him. For nearly 50 years, Kings Mine was one of the five biggest underground mines in the state, employing about 500 people. It operated from 1919-1977. When the oil embargo hit, in 1973, An aerial view of modern-day HMC. business changed dramatically. The price of gas increased 300%, giving the mining and oil operations a huge boost. This also helped HMC, because they were well known for supplying parts to these industries. They began offering their services for making replacement parts to other companies in the early 1990’s. This led to working with such industries as steel, aluminum, sugar, marine and even the defense field.

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Photos below Jancey Smith

For over 75 years, the Smith family raised and packaged popcorn at Princeton Farms.

So just what does HMC make? Today they make gears, REALLY big, precise gears. After working in the mining industry, HMC is used to working big. Ryan Parke, the IT and Marketing Manager relays that they get calls where someone asks, “So do you have a gear for a ‘67 Camaro?” No, they make them much bigger. HMC can make a gear eight meters (about 26 feet) and weighs as much as 150,000 pounds. They can proudly say that some of their gears are on a Navy destroyer and an aircraft carrier. Few companies, actually less than five in the U.S. have that capability. HMC was one of the first in North America to do so. In May of 2018, HMC was proud to install a new CNC Gear Hobbing and Milling machine that will

The Hofler 6,000 CNC gear grinder at HMC.

improve efficiency and delivery times. Looking to the future, HMC is always looking for engineers, welders, CNC machinists and other trained professionals to keep a family business continuing. Here’s to hoping those gears can keep grinding for more years to come. The weld shop at HMC.

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by Scott A. Hartley, Technology Columnist

What To Tell Your PC Tech When Taking Your Computer in for Service

She brought her computer in and placed it on our check-in counter. With a hint of frustration in her voice, she said, “This thing isn’t working right.”

“What seems to be the problem with it?” I curiously asked.

“I don’t know. It just doesn’t do what I try to get it to do.”

Although I’m smiling on the outside, I cringe on the inside because I know it’s going to be a challenge obtaining the necessary information I need to accurately understand and diagnose my client’s computer issue. It’s not really the client’s fault. She – like all of us – expects her computer to just work. When it doesn’t, irritation and frustration set in. And it’s very tempting to call a professional and simply say, “It doesn’t work. Just fix it!” Computer problems are as varied and complex as a physical malady you may experience. When you go to your family physician with an illness, you wisely don’t just tell them, “I’m not feeling well” and leave it at that. You might needlessly end up with a few surgeries and expensive medical bills (or at best, a few needle sticks that you really don’t enjoy)!

Rather, you tell the nurse or doctor the symptoms you’re experiencing, how long they’ve been bothering you, and exactly where it hurts. This allows them to make a quicker diagnosis and provide the right treatment for your condition.

service and a more accurate solution to your computer problem by providing as much detailed information as possible when you reach out to them with an issue.

Here are some tips for important information to share when describing a computer problem:

Describe as best as you can what the problem is. Did you receive an error message? If so, when did it appear? What was the exact wording of the error message (either take a picture or write out word for word what it says)? When did the problem first occur? Does it occur only when you perform a particular action? Does the problem or error message happen every time? What were you doing when you experienced the problem? What programs did you have open? Have you installed any new software programs or software updates? If you believe your computer is running slow, does your computer take a long time to load to the desktop with all the icons? Does it only run slow when pulling up websites? Or does it also run slow when opening up a program like Microsoft Word? Does the problem continue after restarting your computer? If you’re experiencing problems with your Internet, have you rebooted your modem and router? Do you have other computers in your house/business that are having the same Internet problems?

Your computer technician truly desires to resolve your computer problems as quickly as possible. By being as detailed, descriptive and specific as you can, you’ll make your PC tech’s job easier, get faster service and save money on the repairs.

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Travel Tidbits - My Time in Germany Pt. 2 All About the Food

This story continues from last month, when Charlotte arrived in Germany and her introduction to German culture. We soon got military housing, but I did miss the feeding ritual. We were assigned an apartment which had eight apartments in each stairwell. They were very small with a small balcony being our only outdoor space. The housing was owned by the Germans but leased by the Army. I soon found a job with the Army and Airforce Exchange, which as located in Friedberg. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where Elvis was stationed and where every Sunday we would race our stock cars. I drove, too! My job was to route movies throughout the military theatres and to locate lost or damaged film, which required me to travel to all the theatres. Others employed there were German, American civilians, and military personnel who had retired in Germany, all which were controlled by the Civil Service. Our offices were located within walking distance of a small cafeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and guesthaus which we frequented each day for lunch. I can still taste and smell the schnitzel (fried, breaded pork loin) and mushroom gravy. They also served a celery root salad I was fond of. The food was delicious and I never met a bad cook. Another food favorite was wild game, especially, wild boar which ran wild in that area. In certain areas they would post warning signs to beware of wild hogs. I was not particularly fond of that, nor did I have a desire to eat the raw hamburger served with a raw egg which seemed to be a delicacy of theirs. I had to shop for food each day, as I stated before, food storage was at a minimum. There was only one grocery store in the area that would qualify as a supermarket, except for the American Commissary (PX) on base. The other markets were specialty stores: meat market, milk and cheese, and bread and sweets. Their milk brotchen was to die for, a yeast roll made with milk. Put a glob of peanut butter or cream cheese on it and ambrosia! Their pastries were in the same category cheese cakes four-inches high, and tarts and flans topped with fresh fruit, usually grapes, strawberries or

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blueberries. Yum! There was a small place, I guess I would call it a concession stand, near the Army base that I loved. They served the best bratwurst in the world and also made a decent pizza. There would always be a huge vat of yeast dough in the area of the grill, working and bubbling away, cascading over the rim, seeming to escape. Occasionally, the lady who worked there would give it a jab and force it back into the vat. It was amusing to watch! She always made fun of my broken German, saying she didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know too many people who spoke German with a southern accent! We had many German friends and it was always a treat to visit. Always serving food, lunch was the big meal of the day. It was served in plates with running boards, more like a large bowl and they did come in handy. Most were meat and potatoes kind of people. About 2 p.m., after lunch had settled, out came the desserts. All kinds of cakes and flans, etc. served with tea, stout coffee, beer or wine. Next month - part three of the German adventure.

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Relay for Life at the Fairgrounds Photos Jancey Smith

The first Saturday of June was a hot one. That’s when Relay for Life raised money for cancer at the Fair Grounds.

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The Survivor Lap began the relay.

Dave Kunkle was presented with an award for many years of service.

Joshua Vincent finds it an honor taking over for Dave.

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The little ones enjoyed the train rides.

Ft. Branch Little League didn’t mind the heat.

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Haubstadt Sommerfest

Photos Jancey Smith

Haubstadt’s Sommerfest was met with warm temperatures for the talent show, parade, Laufenfest and other activities. This year’s theme was in honor of Charlie Wilhite. The Grand Marshals were Tom and Janet Dewig. It was a toasty, fun weekend.

These little cowgirls from Next Step were two-stepping.

S. R. Meny’s toasted Charlie for all his many memories.

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The K of C sailed through the parade.

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A M onth of Basil by Jancey Smith

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On Mother’s Day, I snagged some basil plants from the greenhouse and the hubby has graciously kept them alive. He stuck them in a wide dish and has reminded me repeatedly to snip them before they come into bloom. When it comes to plants anyway, the hubby is a wise man and I trust him. Since the basil got happy quickly, I’ve been snipping and experimenting for a bit now. Basil is one of my favorite herbs. The smell is clean, fresh and well, bright and perky. It’s not too over powering like oregano or cilantro and honestly, is just an easy plant to grow. I also love cooking Italian dishes and basil often pairs perfectly with a good ‘”red sauce”, and with the tomatoes and mozzarella of bruschetta, or can also brighten up a pizza. That doesn’t even mention the whole range of pesto dishes. When I realized that I was going to have an abundance of basil, I started researching ways to save it. There were methods of freezing, drying and refrigerating to preserve this little herb. Pinterest was a wealth of information, but remember to read the

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reviews. Sometimes there is a little tidbit of information left out, for me it was how to thicken a cream sauce in a recipe. To freeze it, I found a way to stick it in the blender with some olive oil, freeze in ice cube trays, and then pop into plastic bags. I have yet to test this method. However, I did try and layer kosher salt, basil leaves and olive oil in a mason jar and refrigerate. It’s promoted to last a year. I have my doubts. But it is so easy to store. To use, just pull some out and wrap in paper towel (to soak up some of the oil) and bring to room temperature. This did work fine except for the extra oil. In the last month, I’ve used basil in a doctored-up red sauce that topped cheese ravioli, made an Italian meatloaf, and combined recipes to make a Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken. Sometimes if a recipe calls for spinach, I throw in basil instead. Not that spinach doesn’t have its uses, but Popeye can have my share. So far, one of my favorite recipes with basil has been a Caprese Baked Chicken. It was quick, easy and had a bright taste topped with gooey cheese. What’s not to like?

Caprese Baked Chicken

Ingredients-

4 thin boneless, skinless chicken breasts or 2 large split in half 3 T. olive oil 1/2 tsp. cracked black pepper 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2-3/4 cup Panko bread crumbs (or Italian) 1 pkg. sliced fresh mozzarella cheese (2 per serving) 2 medium tomatoes, sliced dozen or so fresh basil leaves

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PHS 50th Class Reunion

Members of the Princeton High School class of 1968 will hold their 50th reunion on Friday and Saturday, October 5 and 6. Friday night activities include the homecoming parade and attending the football game. On Saturday, everyone is to meet at the Knights of Columbus hall on Broadway at 6 PM. There will be a meal and pictures will be taken. Anyone who has not received an invitation should contact Sue Ellen Carnahan Parker at 812-215-4422 or email at sueparker068@gmail.com.

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Daughter’s of Isabella Made Kraut Balls for Sommerfest Photos Jancey Smith

For five years, the Daughter’s of Isabella of Haubstadt and Ft. Branch have made kraut balls to sell at Sommerfest as a fundraiser for their charities. They made 2,000 kraut balls for the festival and usually sell out. An average of 13 people helped during this three day process of making the batter, rolling the balls and then bagging them for freezing. They based their recipe on the Germania Maennerchor treat that has shredded kraut, cream cheese, sausage and secret spices.

The June meeting of the PEO was held at the Toyota Visitor’s Center. After their monthly meeting concluded the group toured the plant.

Thursday July 26th

Lifetime Achievement Award - 5:45 pm Queen Pageant - 6 pm

Friday July 27th

Cornhole Tournament - 6 pm Little Miss Pageant - 7 pm Riccohet Band 7-9:30 pm

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Watermelon Run/Walk 8 am Parade line up - 9:30 at REH Center Parade - 10:30 am ATV run - noon Cruise-In Car show 12-3 pm Arm Wrestling weigh-ins - 12-1:30

Arm Wrestling competition - 2 pm Watermelon games - 1 pm Variety Show- 4 pm Bingo & fire truck rides- 5 pm Cornhole Tournament - 6 pm Oliver 7 - 7-10 pm

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Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Happening!!

Cooking Tacos with Amanda

Community Back to School Bash

Princeton Country Club Tuesday, July 10th, 6 pm 812-385-5669

Jimmy Hart Autograph Signing

Ft. Branch First UMC, 100 W. Vine. Ft. Branch July 28th, 2 - 4 pm

Fundraiser for Andy Satterfield Princeton Theatre, Broadway Saturday, July 21 10 am - 2 pm

Dayspring Back to School Bash

Downtown Evansville Riverfront June 30 & July 1

Bosse Field, Evansville July 21st, 6:35 pm See board member for tickets

Dayspring Family Life Center, Owensville Sunday, July 22nd, 2 - 5 pm

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Evansville Shriners Fest & Air Show

Trucks 4 Kids Night at the Otters

2nd Annual Evansville Stromboli Fest Bosse Field, Evansville Saturday, July 28th, 1 pm

~ Local Music ~

July 6th - Styll Country - Music in the Bicentennial Park July 9th - Scott Mason - Carnaby St., Gibson County Fair July 12th - Rodney Watts - Carnaby St., Gibson County Fair July 13th - Descent - Carnaby St., Gibson County Fair July 14th - Common Ground - Carnaby St., Gibson County Fair July 27th - Rodney Watts - Cruise-In at the Square July 27th - Riccohet Band - Watermelon Fest July 28th - Oliver 7 Band - Watermelon Fest Aug. 4th - Starbound with Mike Lance - Sweet Corn Fest Aug. 5th - Nuthinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Fancy - Sweet Corn Fest

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Friday, July 13th - Hotel Transylvania 3 Sony Animation has the favorite monster family go on a luxury monster cruise to take a break. However, the vacation turns into a nightmare. Cast includes Adam Sandler, Selena Gomez, Andy Samberg, Kevin James and David Spade. Friday, July 20th - The Equaizer 2 - Denzel Washington returns as Robert McCall in his first career sequel, from the 2014 film. Friday, July 20th - Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again - A return to the Greek Island of Kalokairi with Meryl Streep, Amanda Seyfried and Pierce Brosnan. A sequel to the 2008 film. Friday, July 27th - Mission Impossible Fallout - Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) and his crew of Alec Baldwin, Simon Pegg and Ving Rhames are on a race against time after a mission went wrong.

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What’s Happening!!

Cruise-In Truck for Kids Car, Truck & Bike Show at the Square

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Music by Salvation Army Grandy’s Oakland City Rodney Watts Princeton Friday, July 6th Friday, July 27th Saturday, 6 pm 5:30 pm, Awards 8:45 July 14th, 4 pm

Broadway Christian Church “Be Our Guest” Community Meal Tuesday, July 31st 5:00-6:30 pm

Free Clothing Bank

Oak Grove Church Gymnasium, Oakland City every Tuesday 9-11 am Free new and used clothing

GCCOA Annual Yard Sale

Senior Center, Princeton July 12 - 14th

K of C Host Blood Drive

Princeton K of C Monday, July 2nd 2-6 pm

Events at Gibson General Hospital

July 11, 2018 Heartland Uniform Sale 8 am - 4pm August 1, 2018 Twice as Nice Sale

Fun at the Gibson County Fairgrounds

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Tuesday, July 17th 11-1 pm

Mackey United Salvation Army Free Methodist Church Community Meal Community Meal Tuesday, July 3, 10, 17th Tuesday, July 10th 11-12:30 pm

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Area Concerts & Events

Dave Matthews Band at Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center, Noblesville, IN, Fri., July 6th & Sat., July 7th The Pretenders at Murat Theatre, Old National Centre Indy, Sun. July, 8th Styx & Joan Jett & the Blackhearts with Tesla at Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center, Noblesville, IN, Wed., July 11th Cody Jinks with guest Steel Woods at Victory Theatre, Evansville, Thur. July 19th Girls Night Out - Thunder from Down Under at Victory Theatre, Evansville, Fri. July 20th WWE Smackdown Live at Ford Center, Evansville, Tue. July 24th Ted Nugent at Effingham Performance Center, Effingham, IL, Thur. July 26th George Thorogood & The Destroyers with Foghat at Hoosier Park Racing & Casino, Indy, Fri. Aug. 3rd Lynyrd Skynrd & 38 Special at Ruoff home Mortgage Music Center, Noblesville, IN, Sat., Aug. 4th (Note: with Marshal Tucker at Ford Center, Evansville, Sat. Oct. 27th)

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Oakland City Lions Club 52nd Annual

Sweet Corn Festival

Wirth Park | 1200 West Morton Street, Oakland City, IN

Thursday, August 2 thru Saturday, August 4

Lunch Served 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Thur. - Fri. Chicken & Smoked Pork Chop Dinners Served Thur. & Fri. 4:00 pm Dinners Served Sat. 11:00 am - 9:00 pm Ear corn sold by the dozen $3.75 a dozen

ENTERTAINMENT Fri., July 27 Little Miss Pageant Sponsored by Tri-Kappa

7:00 pm - WMHS

Sat., July 28 Teen Pageant 4:00 pm - WMHS Queen Pageant 6:00 pm - WMHS Sponsored by Oakland City Lions Club Sun., July 29 Young Miss Pageant 4:00 pm - WMHS Jr. Miss Pageant 6:00 pm - WMHS Sponsored by Oakland City Lions Club

Sat., Aug. 4 Car Show Kids Day Clowns Kids Games Kids Corn Eating Contest (up to age 13)

Registration 9-12 Awards at 2 pm 1:30 pm 2:00 pm 2:00 pm

Nuthin’s Fancy Classic Rock Band 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Adult Corn Eating Contest 8:00 pm

Thur., Aug. 2 Sweet Corn Parade 6:00 pm (Starts at Harrison St. to Franklin St. to HWY 64 to Wirth Park) Fri., Aug. 3 Mike Lance Starbound (stage)

6:30 - 8:30 pm

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For more information or questions call 812-887-2094 or 812-677-0333. Oakland City Lions Sweet Corn Parade Theme is “Old Fashion Festivals” to enter is FREE, get your application today! Sweet Corn Festival is the Lions Club major fundraiser and proceeds go to breakfast with Santa for kids, Christmas with Good Sam Nursing Home, East Gibson Food Pantry, dictionaries for East Gibson 3rd graders, Dollars for Scholars, other community projects, local youth groups and sponsor of Boy Scout Troop 240. We are always looking for new members and volunteers.

For info contact Sue at 812-677-0728

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Lyles Station Juneteenth Celebration

On June 16th, Lyles Station hosted an annual tribute to the end of slavery. There were tours of the museum and historic displays.

A small crowd listened as Stanley Madison welcomed everyone.

Tim’s BBQ provided fish sandwiches for lunch.

New Addition to Mt. Carmel Business

Ashley More is a licensed massage therapist from Cortiva Institute. Ashley was inspired by her mother to Bridge photo courtesy Kelli Nidey go into massage therapy after she broke her neck a few years ago. Her mom’s WVC Diesel Club 10th 4th of July favorite part of the physical therapy was the massage Annual Wicked Wheels Parade that she received as part Market St., Mt. Carmel Car Show of her rehabilitation July 4th, 10 am College Main Hall Parking Lot process. Ashley saw how this helped her mother and Sat. July 7th, 9 am - 2:30 pm wanted to help others the same way. She is certified in prenatal massage, cupping FREE Veterans therapy, Swedish massage and myofascial release. 2018 Edwards County Breakfast People that would benefit from massages are those Tractor Drive Wabash County Senior Center who have had muscle or joint pain after an injury, 115 E 3rd St, Mt Carmel, IL arthritis, neck and shoulder pain, insomnia, scoliosis Albion Square, Albion, IL Wed., July 4, Sat. July 21st, 1:30-5 pm and those who need stress or fibromyalgia relief. 7:30 – 9:30 am Ashley will be joining services with Dr. Kay Lynn Alka at Alka Family Chiropractic in early July. The 2018 Wabash office is on 3rd Street in Mt. Carmel and accepts most 2018 Edwards County insurances as well as being a Blue Cross/Blue Shield County Fair Fairground Bare Back and Medicare provider. Mt. Carmel, IL Kay Lynn is excited about Ashley’s arrival. She says, July 14-20th Bronc and Bull Riding “Massage and soft tissue work go hand in hand with Edwards County Fairgrounds Chiropractic. The benefits of having both services AG DAYS Albion, IL under one roof will be awesome!” Market Street, Mt Carmel, IL If you’re in the area, drop in and welcome Ashley to Tue. July 24th Aug. 1st – 4th the community.

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Behind the Scenes by Jancey Smith of Area Eateries

the kitchen and the quality of the food. The love of food and cooking with quality Many local residents have expressed their wishes ingredients came from his Momma and Nonna for a real Italian restaurant in the county. This is not to (grandmother) back in Sicily. Procopio is a self-taught put down our current eateries who may make some chef and complete “foodie”. Most of the recipes are his Italian dishes or feature that cuisine, but real Italian own. After working long hours, he’d come home, turn food is just a tad different. That wish can be on food TV, and test out their ideas, picking up hints fulfilled just about 25 minutes north in and tips. The result today, is an Italian restaurant Vincennes. When you take the first exit and and pizzeria in a cozy, remodeled building that wind around to 2nd Street, you will find has an authentic Italian menu. There’s not Procopio’s Pizza and Pasta. There you only pizza, but a variety of pastas, will find authentic Italian cuisine. sandwiches and several signature dishes. Procopio Palazzolo came to us from Procopio’s also offers desserts like the Sicily in 1994, when he was only 24 traditional cannoli, cheesecake, chocolate years old. He landed in Lawrenceville, cake, Limoncello, Tira Mi Su and Spumoni Illinois, not speaking a word of English. Bomba to name a few. For the first few years he was homesick and It took over two years of intense remodeling Kristen & nearly gave up. His passion for food led him and rebuilding, but the new location downtown Procopio to take over the former “Taco Rail” in Vincennes has been a hit. It’s original brick wall is over 112 in 2005. There he spent 12 years, perfecting his years old. On a recent trip to Italy, they brought back recipes, building his loyal customer base and saving authentic art to place on the rustic walls. There’s a for his dream. party/banquet room attached and a small bar area During that time at the old Taco Rail, Procopio met that’s warm and cozy. The his new business partner and better half, Kristen wine comes from Italy and Maeder. Along with a love of good food, Kristen had California, but now the marketing experience. With no background in food Procopio’s is able to offer a or restaurants, she dived in to help promote and wide variety of spirits and manage all the details of marketing a restaurant. There regularly has specials. was a website to oversee, social media promotions When anticipating Italian and developing such ideas as their family sized menu cuisine, of course one items that are great carryout/catering options. Kristen thinks of salads, wines and handles much of the duties, while Procopio is all about appetizers like bruschetta,

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but pasta is always the main highlight. Procopio’s offers a wide variety of pasta noodles with the options of a homemade meat sauce or Alfredo sauce. That’s just the beginning, because there are stuffed pastas, like cheese or meat tortellini, as well as three types of stuffed ravioli, (shrimp and lobster being one). Yes, lasagna and baked pasta are on the menu along with three types of Parmesans - eggplant, chicken and veal. (I was hooked when I tried the large shells stuffed with ricotta cheese and baked in Alfredo sauce.) The two most popular pasta dishes are Pasta Rosa and Aglio Olio. These are not your regular pasta dishes. Pasta Rosa is a mix of red meat sauce and Alfredo with ham and mushrooms over rigatoni noodles. For those who like garlic and don’t mind an oil based sauce, the Aglio Olio is perfect. This dish can be served with grilled chicken, salmon or shrimp over angel hair. There’s also a Sicilian pasta with Mediterranean flavors served over your choice of pasta. Now let’s talk pizza. Authentic Sicilian pizza is thin, cooked in a wood fire oven and doesn’t really have many toppings. That’s Shrimp & Lobster not the American way of Ravioli in Red Sauce where “more is better.” Even though many people have suggested that Procopio’s change their pizza style, they have resisted. Customers like their version of regular and stuffed crust pizzas. They are cooked on a stone for crispness at 800 degrees. Their gluten-free pizza with a cauliflower crust has become very popular, too. But don’t expect this pizza with homemade crust to be a fast food item. The stuffed crust pizza takes 35-40 minutes to cook. Come prepared to enjoy some appetizers, drinks and your company. It’s well worth the wait. Did you notice homemade pizza crust? Well, that’s not the only thing homemade. Most of the pasta sauces, as well as the Italian salad dressing are homemade. Procopio says that about 90% of the food is homemade. If it’s not homemade, like the pastas, it’s flown in from Italy. Yes, authentic Italian is the key. They import the pasta, olive oil, wine and other ingredients right from Italy. One of the recent menu changes has been to offer steaks on Wednesday nights. Procopio personally cooks Filet, Ribeye, New York Strip steaks and Pork Chops. It’s the best of both worlds - steak and pasta. For over 12 years, the first Saturday every month, Procopio’s promotes the unique dining experience of

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“Candlelight for Two.” It’s a special menu that offers two entrees, two salads, two soft drinks and one dessert to share. Many couples come, sometimes with friends, and enjoy a romantic Italian meal at a special price. Another menu change has been the addition of a few new appetizers. There’s now The veggie pizza jalapeno tator tots and risotto bites. They like to change it up now and then and offer a few test items off the menu. The risotto bites were a huge hit with my crew. It reminded me of our trip to Boston during Italian heritage month. That’s where I learned that risotto bites are basically an Italian rice ball (with cheese), rolled in bread crumbs and deep fried, similar to the German kraut ball. Procopio and Kristen have spent years building the business in baby steps. Their latest step was to purchase the building next door, so that they could expand. They needed more seating, larger bar area and an option for outdoor dining. It will take some remodeling and work, but within a year, they hope to have this completed. There’s nothing wrong with baby steps, especially when they seem to work so well.

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Story and photos Jancey Smith

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A V isit From the N ew Coach at U of E

It’s a safe gamble to say that Year after helping Harrison win their first Hoosiers follow basketball more than sectional championship in school any other sport. Our locals fill the high history. school gyms supporting our kids in the Wildcat fans will remember Walter winter and there are many debates playing under Coach Rick Pitino and between the college fans backing IU, most college basketball fans will Purdue and those Wildcats to the remember their win over Syracuse in south. Maybe part of the draw is its 1996, taking the NCAA title. After history. Basketball was born in playing professional ball in the NBA for Senior Associate Athlete Director, Indiana. Yes, James Naismith may the Knicks and Celtics, McCarty went on Lance Wilkerson and Coach McCarty have invented the game in to be an assistant coach at the Massachusetts, but Nicholas McCay brought it to the University of Louisville and then with the Pacers. Now, YMCA in Crawfordsville, Indiana, in 1893. he’s come back home in Evansville. We in Southern Indiana are certainly no exception. While the “Coaches Caravan” was at Klinkers in Over the last few years fans were lucky enough to Princeton, McCarty talked to the crowd about the watch two talented ladies - Tyra Buss and Jackie program at U of E, his players, their strengths, as well Young, face-off in our local gyms before moving on to as plans for the future of the team. He even told some Indiana colleges, IU and Notre Dame. When they stories of his days playing the game, about some of played in the Toyota Classic, the gym at Gibson those tense college basketball moments, and how they Southern had more fans packed in it than the town of came from behind for wins. Ft. Branch has residents. This spring we followed Tyra Many of our locals are big Purple Aces fans, like as IU won the NIT, and most of us were up late, on the Tom Memmer, Jack Kramer and Larry McConnell. Tom edge of our seats as Jackie tied the game against Memmer was fairly impressed with what he heard from infamous U Conn to get them to the game that won the new coach and thinks it’s past time for a change. Notre Dame the NCAA championship. He’d like to see U of E compete with some of the other It’s also a very rare day that little old P’town will college teams have two NCAA winners under one roof. However, if like Xavier, you were lucky enough to get the word, that’s what Butler and St. happened in early June. The new head for coach for U Louis again. of E Walter McCarty came to visit, and Jackie came to It’ll be watch and listen. something for Why does the name Walter McCarty sound local fans to familiar? For those who are die hard basketball fans or look forward to follow the Wildcats, this will be easy to recognize. in the coming Walter was born in Evansville and played for Harrison months. The crowd included Jackie Young and some High School. In 1992, he was Evansville’s Player of the members of her family.

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Right to Bear Arms Raised Money for Officer Kits

Right to Bear Arms in Haubstadt hosted a fundraiser to provide officers with emergency kits. Lemonade was sold and Dewig Meats provided lunch.

Evansville Otters Read to Ft. Branch Youth

Several Otters Baseball teammates came to the Fort Branch Library and to the Haubstadt Library to read to the kids. One of the players even read a Spanish story book. He would read, laugh and then explain to the kids what he read in English. By Laura M. Happe, Director

Football Titans Held Car Washes

For three weekends, GSHS Football Titans washed cars to raise money. Above they are at Owensville’s new fire station.

Princeton Band Washed Cars for Cash

The PCHS band held a car wash at Applebees on Saturday the 16th.

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Ft. Branch and Haubstadt Library Events

By Laura M. Happe, Director Ft. Branch Library Haubstadt Library July 2nd – End of Summer Reading Program: Last day July 17 - Craft Day: Haubstadt Library will have a craft to turn in your reading list for Summer Reading Program for any child that visits the library 9-5. They have at either location. We have great prizes for all the age supplies to create drums. groups if you finish. July 25 – Craft Day: Fort Branch Library will have a craft July 3rd – Coloring Fun: For teens and adults at the Fort for any child that visits 9-5. We will have a variety of crafts to choose from. Branch Library Learning Center from 4pm-6pm. We July 25 – Movie Day: Haubstadt Library will be showing supply coloring pages, colored pencils, gel pens and the family fun movie, Ferdinand at 1pm. great company. July 4th – Fort Branch and Haubstadt Libraries will be closed. July 6th – Cooking Up Fun: Magician, Jim Austin, will be visiting from Chicago. He will share new food groups, micro-wave a shoe and use a machine that recycles bubble gum. Austin’s humor and magic takes the children on a journey about food that they have never witnessed before. They program is 40-45 minutes in length.

Veteran’s Voice

As Gibson County gears up for its 163rd fair this year, and for quite possibly the first time in our history, I intend to set up a Veterans Service Office booth at the fair. I’ll be located in the Merchant’s Building #1 and will be prepared to talk with you about you VA benefits, both state and federal, and any manner in which I might serve you as a veteran of our nation’s armed forces. As a reminder, my goal is to do whatever I can reasonably do to meet the needs of our county military heroes. I do not bind myself by job descriptions or rigid office hours. If you honorably served this nation, you deserve someone committed to honoring you and your service, and it is my privilege to do so. Even if you have

no immediate needs, I would strongly encourage you to stop in on me. I’d love to meet you and hear your story. Don’t forget- Monday is Military Appreciation Day and military and veterans pay no gate fee. I have arranged for the Mobile Vet Center to be on location at the fairgrounds. If you are not familiar with the Vet Center, it is a community-based Veterans Affairs counseling center focused specifically on meeting the needs of combat veterans through free and confidential counseling, outreach, and referral services. The mobile version is a tremendous resource that caters to the needs of veterans (and their family members) outside the Evansville Metropolitan area. Come out and support your county fair. It’s just one more reason why Gibson County is a great place to live, work, and play. George Pickersgill - Gibson Co. Veterans Service Officer, 812 385-4522

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Family 1-2pm Make & Take Craft Unicorns Rock!

Come dressed up as your favorite Pirate, Princess, Hero, or Heroine!

Family Movie Night 6pm Disney Zombies, Rated PG

Games & Snacks 3:30-4:30pm Geared for grades 3 and up

Mon. 9 LIBRARY Family 1-2pm Make & Take Craft Wacky Musical Instruments

See us at the Fair this week in Merchant Building #3! Register to win a prize donated by First Bank of Princeton.

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Adult Quilting Class 2pm (1of 2) Charlotte Hurst will teach you how to piece a small quilt project and the art of hand stitching top. Also, learn the proper care of quilts. 10 spots open. MUST preregister & be able to attend both days. Adult 5:15-8pm: Paper Chase Canvas Painting Must pre-register beginning June 4, at the front desk upstairs. $10 per person to be paid at registration. If you do not cancel 48 hours before the program, or you are a no show, fee is forfeited. Personalize your beach sign, 5 lines. 10 spots open.

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Family 1-2pm Make & Take Craft Paper Art Cup Cake Adult 6-8pm: Door Hanging Fall Shapes, Ruby’s Florals Must pre-register beginning June 4, at the front desk upstairs. $10 per person to be paid at registration. If you do not cancel 48 hours before the program, or you are a no show, fee is forfeited. Choose your shape at registration!

Family 10-11am Costume Party

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K-5/Family 10-11am Lego Building Challenge: Embrace the Summer Reading Program theme of “Build a Better World” by completing challenges.

The library will be closed today for July 4.

Adult Movie Matinee 2:30pm The 15:17 to Paris, PG-13

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Animal Tales “Born to be Wild!” Live animal show featuring animals that make music! The program will be held in the Youth Services Room.

K-5/Family 10-11am CD Craft Teen Scene 3:30-4:30pm

Games & Snacks 3:30-4:30pm Geared for grades 3 and up

Special program by Martha Earles. True story of NYC orphaned boy, Johnny Butler, who traveled on the Orphan Train to his new home in Princeton. He became a drummer boy for the Union during the Civil War.

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Family 10-11am Angel Mounds Archeological Dig at the library! 10am dig & 11am dig 20 spots on each dig. Registration begins on June 4, at 9am in the Youth Services Room. Make sure to wear your sunscreen since this program is outside. Each dig will last approximately 40 minutes.

FINALE NEXT WEEK! Make sure all of your entry forms are turned in by 8pm, Wednesday, July 25! Games & Snacks 3:30-4:30pm Geared for grades 3 and up

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Family 10-11am Professor Steve Super Sonic Sound Show Games & Snacks & Teen Scene 3:30-4:30pm Dance Party Finale

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K-5/Family 10-11am Daniel Lusk Libraries Rock! Magic & Music Show Music and Magic show that encourages children to build better character, friendships, & reading skills! Teen Scene 3:30-4:30pm Weekly program geared to grades 6 and up. Chalk the Walk! Wear your sunscreen, this program will be outside! Teens will use sidewalk chalk to create their own art pieces. Next week, Teen Scene will meet on Tuesday at 3:30pm, for finale party.

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K-5/Family 10am-11am Purdue Extension: Rock It! Build a small rocket and see how far it goes! (outdoor program)

Entry Forms due by 8pm today!

All Summer Reading Program hours & all Grand Prize Entry Forms must be turned in by 8pm on Wednesday, July 25! NO HOURS OR FORMS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER 8PM ON WED., JULY 25!

Preschool 10-11am Story Hour & Activity Island Adventures

Today is final day to register for the Summer Reading Program! Thur. 19 LIBRARY Preschool 10-11am Story Hour & Activity Rocks Rock! Adult Quilting Class 2pm (2of 2) Charlotte Hurst will teach you how to piece a small quilt project and the art of hand stitching top. Also, learn the proper care of quilts. 10 spots open. MUST preregister & be able to attend both days. This is a hands on class and all materials will be provided.

Crocheting Club 6pm

Open to all ages & skill levels Bring your supplies and make new friends. The club meets the third Thursday monthly.

Thur. 26 LIBRARY Preschool 10-11am Story Hour & Activity Dance Rocks!

Swim Party Finale 6-8PM End of Summer Finale Party for those who completed 8 hours of reading! Admit reader & immediate family only. Children 12 & under MUST be accompanied by an adult 18 & over. No drop offs! Lightning will cause party to be canceled!

Grand Prize winners will be posted at the July 26, Swim Party! Winners may pick up prize at swim party or starting July 27, at the library.

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The Andy Quiz

1) Andy FIRST buys Aunt Bee for her birthday..... A. 2 boxes of candy B. 2 boxes of canning jars C. 1 set of hostess towels D. 1 box of canning jars 2) Barney bought his first car from_ A. Luke Comstock B. Big Maud Tyler C. Walton Motors D. Hubcaps Lesh 3) Crooks hid in Wally’s Filling

Station in this_ A. A closet B. A box C. A trunk of a car D. Under a display bench 4) The closest living relative, in Mayberry, to Nathan Tibbs was.... A. Otis Campbell B. Barney Fife C. Floyd Lawson D. Gomer Pyle for answers see page 29

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The second service was performing upholstery work. The majority of this was making side curtains and new tops for cars. There were at least three other businesses in town that just specialized in side curtains and tops. Roy Hill operated his business until his death on October 29th, 1930, in a car / train collision. For several years afterwords the building housed H.A. Scraper Chrysler, then later Johnson Motor Sales.

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River Oaks Held Annual Car Show

River Oaks held their annual car show on June 9th. It was a hot one, but there was plenty of shade and refreshments. There were games for the kids and cool cars for the adults.

Classic cars tend to be the favorites.

These car owners rested in the shade as others enjoyed their cars.

This annual event is one of the residents’ favorites.

The kids enjoyed water balloons on the hot day.

Even though this resident is 100 years old, he still appreciates the cars.

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St. Joe Strawberry Fest

Photos Jancey Smith

The first Sunday of June was the perfect day for an outdoor event. St. Joseph Church held their annual Strawberry Festival and sold over 250 pies and BBQ dinners. They are already making plans for next year.

There were games for the little ones, too. Pulled pork dinners were served and this cutie seemed happy about it.

The basket raffle was a huge hit and money maker.

Adults had fun with a game of Heads & Tails.

There were many games just for the kids.

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Father Brian took a turn down the slide with cheers from the crowd.

Linda and Jackie Young, along with other family members, came to get a slice of strawberry pie and enjoy the festival fun.

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