Enjoy Some Lemonade
Meridian Title Corp., 1675 W. Smith Valley Road, Suite E4, Greenwood, will man an Alex’s Lemonade Stand from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday,  July 27. In addition to lemonade, hot dogs and chips will be served. Proceeds will benefit Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, which funds childhood cancer research projects.

Voting Procedures Discussed
Jim Harper will discuss voting security, expanding early voting, ending gerrymandering and the need to protect the integrity of elections with 100 percent paper ballots at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 7, at Southport Library, 2639 Stop 11 Road.

Learn About Honeybees and Beekeeping
Fred Kidwell will present a program on honeybees and beekeeping from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 5, at the Garfield Park Conservatory,  2450 Shelby St. Participants will learn about the role that bees play as pollinators and how to harvest honey. Everyone will get to taste what real honey tastes like. Call 317-327-7275 to register for the free program.

Free Concert For Children
The Greater Greenwood Community Band is presenting a free concert at 4 p.m. Sunday at the Surina Park Amphitheater, 101 Surina Way, just south of Main and Meridian streets in Greenwood. While the performance is designed for children with its repertoire of Disney fan favorites to classic cartoon melodies, the concert will appeal to all ages. A special hands-on demonstration of the instruments will begin at 3 p.m. Free refreshments, balloon animals and temporary tattoos will be provided. Guests can bring lawn chairs and blankets.

Life of Former Mayor Will Be Showcased
The life of the late David D. Finney, who served as mayor of Beech Grove from 1956-58, will be discussed by his son, David Finney, when the Beech Grove Historical Society meets at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 8, at Beech Grove Library, 1102 Main St. David will present an overview of his father’s life, which includes marrying Dorothy Elizabeth Druding, his involvement in community affairs, the 1955 primary, campaign and election, his inauguration and mayoral accomplishments and post mayoral pursuits.

Blood Drive
Southside Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 4801 Shelbyville Road, is hosting a blood drive from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, July 29. Donors must be in generally good health, at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent) and weigh a minimum of 110 pounds.

Rummage Sale
Cornerstone Nazarene Church, 1326 E. Sumner Ave., is holding a rummage sale from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

New American Legion Post May Be Launched
Several members of Greenwood Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5864 and other veterans are interested in starting a new American Legion, which would meet at the post, 333 S. Washington St. “Because we are a nonsmoking post, we should be able to bring in those members who do not wish to be in an area where smoking is allowed,” said Post Cmdr. Steve Milbourn, adding that a meeting to discuss the idea will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 31. “We want to make this work for every veteran who doesn’t have a place to go,” said Mike Delaney, two-time commander of American Legion Post 355. “The new Legion should open a lot of doors for everyone.” Info: 317-525-7291.

BMV Discount Day at the State Fair
The Bureau of Motor Vehicles’ discount day at the Indiana State Fair is Thursday, Aug., 9 when visitors will receive half-price admission at the gate when presenting printed ticket vouchers, which can be downloaded at www.bmv.com. The BMV’s branch at the fair can be used to complete routine transactions and learn about motorcycle safety and training courses. Bulletin Boards are $10 per posting, or free with the purchase of advertising. To place a listing or for more information, call 317-7810023 or email Scott.Mohr@southsidervoice.com.

Community Day, Duck Race and Vendors
Woodside Community Church, 1811 S. Morgantown Road, will host a community day from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. The event will feature a duck race, the giveaway of backpacks and more than 40 vendors, including Mrs. Curl Ice Cream Shop and Johnson’s BBQ Shack. Those attending are asked to bring clean, gently worn and new shoes to donate to the church’s fundraiser. Info: Ileta Schaub at 317-258-8076.

Support Group for Veterans
Warrior’s Hope, an organization that assists veterans and active duty personnel in finding positive methods to deal with the issues that trigger combat-related imagery or trauma, meets from 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays at 444 N. Madison Ave., Greenwood.

App Assists Veterans With VA Benefits Claims
The National Veterans Legal Services Program has launched an app – the NVLSP VA Benefit Identifier – that helps veterans determine what VA benefits that they are likely entitled. The app, which can be downloaded at www.nvlsp.org/, directs users to a questionnaire that assists in verifying whether they should file a claim for service-connected disability benefits or nonservice-connected disability pension.

Sponsors, Vendors Sought for Music on Main
The Greater Beech Grove Chamber of Commerce is seeking sponsors and vendors for its Music on Main program, which will be staged from 2-9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4 on Main St. The event will feature local and regional groups, food trucks, arts and crafts, health products, a beer garden and a kids zone. Info: 317-800-8499 or email info@beech grovechamber.org. 

High School Students Will Stage Musical
High school students from throughout central Indiana will perform an orchestrated version of “The Secret Garden” at 7 p.m. July 25-28 and 2 p.m. July 28 and 29 at Park Tudor. Presented by Summer Stock Stage, the production tells the story of an orphan girl who returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle and discovers a magic garden with haunting melodies and spirits to guide her through her new life. Tickets, $14 for the July 25 preview performance and $18 for all other shows, can be purchased at www.summerstockstage.com.

Southside Street Names Will Be Discussed
The origin of Southside street names, including Thompson Road and Epler Avenue, will be discussed by Barry Browning and Fred Shonk when the Perry Township/Southport Historical Society meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 24, at the Perry Township Education Center, 6548 Orinoco Ave. (wonder where that name came from). Guests are welcome.

Quilters Will Meet
The Quilters Guild of Indianapolis’ Southside satellite meeting will begin at noon Thursday, July 26, at Friedens United Church of Christ, 8300 S. Meridian St. Carol Stahlhut will discuss the latest in quilting trends and what fabrics will be available in September. Additional information is available at http://www.quiltguildindy.net.

Church Serves Free Lunches
University Heights United Methodist Church, 4002 Otterbein Ave. and adjacent to the University of Indianapolis, will serve free lunches from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday.

Free Meals, Clothing and Hygiene Items
Free hot meals, clothing and hygiene products will be available from noon-2 p.m. Saturday at Calvary United Methodist Church, 725 S. State St.

Dinner and Variety Show
The curtain will rise at 6 p.m. Saturday, July 28, for a variety show and dinner at Greenwood United Methodist Church, 525 N. Madison Ave. The performers will include Eric Kincaid, who was in “Cats” on Broadway, magician Chad Collyer, vocalists, a bell soloist and a percussionist. Tickets, $20 per adult, $10 per child under 8, can be purchased at the church from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. daily until July 26. Dinner includes carved roast beef with au jus, baked chicken, vegetarian lasagna pinwheels, salad, rolls and desserts. Info: 317-881-1653.

Fish Fry
The Beech Grove Moose Lodge, 3320 S. Emerson Ave., will host a fish fry 5-8 p.m. Thursday and Friday and from noon-8 p.m. Saturday. Also on are the menu are breaded tenderloin sandwiches, side dishes, beverages and desserts.

Bulletin Boards are $10 per posting, or free with the purchase of advertising. To place a listing or for more information, call 317-7810023 or email Scott.Mohr@southsidervoice.com