Garden News
with Advanced Master Gardener
Steve Kruse

Summer and July have arrived. To some that means hot weather, swimming and cookouts, and to others it means fireworks, Bristol Homecoming, and the county fair. To me it means Japanese beetles. The beetles are out and most places they are in large populations. The adult beetle will eat [...]

[ July 6, 2010; 6:30 pm; ] -Bristol Lions Club: meets at 6:30 the first Tuesday of the month. Information 848-4071.

[ July 9, 2010; 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. July 10, 2010; 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] -Hidden Treasures Rummage Sale at the annunciation hall at St. Mary of the Annunciation Catholic Church located at 411 W. Vistula St., Bristol. Friday, July 9 and Saturday July 10 from 9 AM to 2 PM.

[ July 10, 2010; 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] -Old Fashioned Strawberry Social: St. John of the Cross in Bristol will be hosting their annual Strawberry Social on July 10 from noon until 5 pm.  The Social will be held during the Bristol Homecoming weekend, and for the first time St. John of the Cross will have a float in the Bristol parade.  A [...]

[ July 13, 2010; 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] George Washington Masonic Lodge: Eastern Star Fundraiser

Haystack Dinner: July 10th – Sat. Night of the Homecoming $7 adults, $3 Children 12 & under – Temple Fundraiser. Rummage Sale: August 13 and 14th, 8am to 2 pm, daily.

[ July 8, 2010 to July 10, 2010. ] -The Karsyn Bell Committee is still trying to raise funds to build the pirate ship at Congdon park. We will be holding a raffle for two beef halves and other prizes and selling tickets at the Bristol Homecoming, July 8, 9 and 10th. Please stop in and pick up your tickets and support this wonderful [...]

[ July 15, 2010 2:00 pm to July 16, 2010 9:00 pm. ] -Red Cross Blood Drive on July 15 from 2 to 9 PM.
Sponsored: by Knights of Columbus  Council 11574  at St. Mary’s of the Annunciation Catholic Church Annunciation Hall 411 W. Vistula ( IN 120) Donate a pint and have a chance to win Gift Certificates!

Too many people start the day off on an empty stomach. And many who do eat breakfast aren’t eating enough. Coffee and toast don’t cut it. You need to eat at least 200 calories to keep from feeling full-blown hunger before noon.
Plus, eating a morning meal helps people meet their weight loss goals. A recent [...]

[ July 12, 2010 to July 14, 2010. ] Last year the 1st Bristol Community Yard Sale was a great success.   The dates set for this year’s sale are August 12th, 13th and 14th.   You pick the times, and days you want to hold your sale; our purpose is to set the dates and do the advertising for you.

Advertising is your biggest cost in [...]

Notice of
Mechanic Lien
1997 Volkswagen Pasatt VIN#WVWEE83A4VB010908, will be sold at 7:00 A.M, on July 18th, 2010 at 3419 Lake Pointe Circle, Elkhart, IN 46514. Starting Bid $300.00. 574-606-3430.

INDIANAPOLIS—Fireworks are synonymous with the Fourth of July holiday.  That’s why state health officials are urging Hoosiers to observe some important safety tips, as they gather with family and friends to display their patriotism.  In 2007, 82 percent of all reported fireworks-related injuries occurred between June 30 and July 7.
“Fireworks are fun and festive, but [...]

Please be aware that phone solicitations for the Shop With A Cop program through F.O.P. Lodge #52 is not for the Bristol Police Department.  The Elkhart City Police Department has their lodge (#52) in Bristol, IN and they are currently calling residents throughout the county for donations. Verification and questions should be directed to the [...]

[ June 19, 2010; 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. July 10, 2010; August 13, 2010; 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. August 14, 2010; 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] George Washington Masonic Lodge:

In the New Kitchen/Dining Room: Baked Potato Bar Dinner: June 19th 4-8pm $7 adults, $3 Children 12 & under- Eastern Star Fundraiser Haystack Dinner: July 10th – Sat. Night of the Homecoming $7 adults, $3 Children 12 & under – Temple Fundraiser. Rummage Sale: August 13 and 14th, 8am to 2 pm, daily.