Free Fun – September 15

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Parks and Rec. serve open volleyball

GREENFIELD — Greenfield Parks and Recreation offers open volleyball from 8 to 10 p.m. Monday and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the gymnasium at the Hancock County Memorial Building, 98 E. North St. Those interested in playing should contact Jerry Rowe at 317-586-1115 for start dates and more information.

Author to speak on Fall Creek Massacre

GREENFIELD — Author David T. Murphy will speak on the topic covered in his book, “Murder in Their Hearts: The Fall Creek Massacre” at 7 p.m. Monday at the Hancock County Public Library, 900 W. McKenzie Road. Murphy’s book recounts the details of the 1824 death of nine Native Americans at the hands of angry and intoxicated settlers. The men responsible for the murders were brought to justice, convicted and executed marking the first instance of white men being held responsible for crimes against Native Americans. For more information and to register to attend, visit hcplibrary.org.

Psi Iota Xi presents Sisterhood Bazaar

FORTVILLE –The Sisterhood Bazaar opens from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Fortville Community Center, 400 W. Church St. The bazaar features baked goods, crafts, and gift and holiday items. Many vendors will also be present such as Thirty-One, Pampered Chef, Mary Kay, LuLaRoe and Upper Case Living. The first 75 attendees will receive a complimentary tote bag. Proceeds from the event go to support Psi Iota Xi community projects.

Celebrate Pet Appreciation Week

GREENFIELD — Celebrate Pet Appreciation Week from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Greenfield Tractor Supply, 1645 N. State St. The store will offer deals on pet food and products Wednesday through Sunday, but Saturday’s main event features pet adoptions, pet vaccinations, a cookout, gift-card drawings and family friendly activities. The Partnership for Animal Welfare and Greenfield-Central High School’s Future Farmers of America will be on hand as partners in the event. For more information, call the Tractor Supply Store at 317-468-0980.

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