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Monroe City School Becomes Blue Jeans Community Center
The old Monroe City School
stands at 1242 Main Street, Monroe City, Indiana. The main part of the
structure, showing the pillared front entrance, was built in 1910. The
addition, plus gymnasium was added in 1936. Another building had been used
as Monroe City School before this one, so there are records of Monroe City
graduates from 1905 through 1967.
When the building closed as
Monroe City School, it was used for the South Knox Elementary School.
In 1999, the doors once again
closed as a school. The beloved old building became home to the
BlueJeans Community Center.
The name BlueJeans is from
the Honorable Govenor James D. “BlueJeans” Williams. The Govenor was from
this community and being a country boy at heart, acquired this nickname from
wearing home made bluejeans to the Govenor’s office. The Monroe City
Bluejeans basketball team carried his nickname, and the community center
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 Fall Festival
Posted by bjcc on Tuesday, August 26 @ 12:59:35 CDT (12 reads)
Blue Jeans Community Center
Fall Festival
September 18, 19, 20, 21
We have the basics planned; we are just trying to get all the little details in order. Of course there will be food.
Thursday at 5pm Jonah Fish Fry by the South Service Club,
Friday at 5pm Spaghetti Dinner by the Monroe City High School Alumni;
Saturday 5pm Ham and Beans by the Blue Jeans Center;
Sunday at 11:30 am Chicken and Noodles by the Blue Jeans Center
There will be Funnel Cakes, Coneys, Ice Cream and other Sandwiches all weekend.
And don’t for get the main event “Beech Hills Bar-B-Que by the CowMuck Cookers during the day Saturday. You have to be here early to get any as it sells out very quickly.
Friday evening 6:30 we will have a short awards program
Friday 7 PM music “The Three Legged Dog” ( Steve Gray, Jonathan Feavel, John Miller)
Friday at dark will be the Fireworks.
Saturday 6:30 PM “Honey In The Rock” ( Gene and Lynn Rasner and Group).
Saturday 7:30 PM The Ramblin’ Ropers will perform
Saturday 1 PM Euchre tournament
There will be a puppet show Saturday afternoon 2 PM
The Country Store Tent will be here all weekend.
New this year a Kids Store on Saturday ( Everything’s a Dollar or less)
antique tractors all week end
DOG SHOW!
At this year’s Fall Festival, there will be a dog show on the front steps of the Blue Jean Center on Saturday morning at 10:00am. (Sept.20). The show is being organized by Sue Harrell and Marlis Day and is being sponsored by the Monroe City Feed Mill. In addition to trophies, there will be cash prizes for the best-dressed dog, the dog who does the best trick, and the dog who is “Best in show.” If you know anyone, child or adult, who loves a dog, please have them call Marlis Day at 743-2787 and register their dog for the event.
FESTIVAL FUN
In addition to the Moon Bounce, Giant Slide, Obstacle Course and other inflatables at the Fall Festival, a new event will be the “Gyro-sphere” or “Space Ball.” This will be fun for kids of all ages as they experience a feeling of “floating in space.” The armbands for the inflatables will not include the space ball or train rides.
Will have more details as they are finalized.
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Marching Band
Posted by bjcc on Friday, August 15 @ 11:51:26 CDT (24 reads)
Marching Band
The Kids who play sports seem to get a lot of recognition. But have you ever thought of all the physical effort it takes to be in the marching band? It also takes a lot of dedication. The band kids have a hard time finding a Summer Job that will accommodate Band practice. They practice several evenings during the summer then there is BAND CAMP. This year camp was held the last week in July; 12 noon until 9PM. This just happened to be the hottest week we have had all year. I had trouble handling the heat and humidity when I went out to talk to the Band Director around 7 in the evening. The kids were marching like it was no big deal. I know some of these kids had put in at least a half days work in the melon fields or elsewhere before coming to camp. I don’t think band kids get enough recognition. So I’m trying to let people know the Band deserves just as much honor as the Sports teams. Our South Knox Marching Spartans, or as they are known as
“The Spartan Pride Marching Band”
has already started marching season and winning honors. They were First place in their class at the Indiana State Fair Band Day August 5. The Spartan Pride was invited back to perform in exhibition later that evening. Good Job Band
(I guess you have figured out I’m the Grandparent of a Band Member, but hey they really do work very hard. I was in the band a long long long time ago and sorta remember what it was like)
Donna.
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Obituaries
Posted by bjcc on Friday, August 08 @ 14:37:34 CDT (47 reads)
Just a reminder click on content for obits and other info.
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activities at the Center
Posted by bjcc on Monday, July 21 @ 12:15:28 CDT (65 reads)
Storytime has two more Wed. mornings before the series is over. We have had several children attending. Seems to be a big success. The monthly Sunday meals are doing very well; of course we could always use more diners. So if you live close enough come out and join us for a good home cooked meal and lots of good fellowship.
We have been quite busy rearranging some rooms in the basement. We have also had sevreal huge loads of donations. So with some things from the basement and things from these donations we have lots of new stuff in the Country Store, and several boxes of things put back for the Festival Country Store tent. Did you know about the Fabric we have for sale? All kinds and yardage. As always there is a nice selection of Clothing upstairs. We also have "Back To School" clothes for the young ones. So grab a friend and just plan a day of shopping here at your local Community Center. When you have shopped till you dropped buy a book for a dime and go home to relax and rest till your next shopping trip.
Don't forget first "Saturday Night Music in the Gym".
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Weather
Posted by bjcc on Monday, July 21 @ 11:57:43 CDT (49 reads)
This past few days have been extreamly hotand humid. we could use some rain to cool things off or just make it more humid. we don't need the rain like we all got in June though. our local area was not damaged too bad by the earlier floods. here in our area the damage was mostly farm ground and loss of crops. 15 miles or more from here there was quite a lot of homes and businesses damaged. we will keep everyone in our thoughts as the cleanup and repairs continue months after the floods.
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May
Posted by bjcc on Friday, May 30 @ 16:30:34 CDT (104 reads)
May has been a very busy month for me and the Blue Jeans Center. I have been gone on vacation most of the month; one long trip to Arizonia and a short trip to Kentucky. We have had the Sunday Dinner, a Wrestling match and another one for this week end. Story time starts next week. This week my family and I have been enjoying a nation wide get together of the descendants of William Horrall who settled in Daviess County about1810. The gathering is in Vincennes so we get to attend. My sister-in-law is here from South Carolina. Then in June I'm headed back to Texas for my nephew's high school graduation. Never a dull moment.
Donna
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aftershock????
Posted by bjcc on Saturday, April 26 @ 12:49:32 CDT (164 reads)
when does it quit being aftershocks and become another earth quake? We had a "aftershock" Fri. 25th approxamatley 3.7. that is the third aftershock that was really shakin'. There has been several that we didn't really feel. Hope the shakin' stops soon.
Donna
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bjcc@wvc.net
Posted by bjcc on Friday, April 25 @ 10:46:14 CDT (190 reads)
just in case you ever want it our e-mail address is bjcc@wvc.net.
Our mailing address is PO Box 128, Monroe City, Indiana, 47557
Phone number is 812-743-2393
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this and that
Posted by bjcc on Wednesday, April 23 @ 12:37:59 CDT (146 reads)
And then the earth moved. Boy that quake was something else. Scarry until my brain decided earthquake; then I relaxed somewhat. Some of the after shocks were fairly intense also. I don't know of any injuries or major damage. Wouldn't want to experience that kinda thing on a regular basis.
Spring is finally here. All the trees and flowers are blooming. They are finding mushrooms. The farmers are in the fields. Just all around SPRING.
The Flea Market was a success. Found several good bargins. Last Sunday's Meal had a good turnout; no leftovers on that one.
More Later
Donna
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Gen's Diner
Posted by bjcc on Wednesday, April 23 @ 11:35:26 CDT (161 reads)
It's just like home, except you don't have to do the dishes.
Remember that one room in the house where everyone gathered, grabbed something out the fridge and talked about their day? Well, it's back. At Gen's Diner, you and your friends can gather around the table and enjoy a delicious meal, prepared especially for you. Gen's Diner is a feel-good place, serving up the kind of food you're used to eating with family and friends.
Gen's Diner is the new name for the Meals on Wheels Neighborhood sites. Call us at 812-743-2393 to reserve a dinner with us. Come join us for good food and good friends.
Check the menu at www.generationsnetwork.org
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| Thursday, March 27 | | · | obituaries |
| Tuesday, March 25 | | · | SPRING, ALUMNI, GRADUATION |
| Wednesday, March 05 | | · | Sectional Basketball |
| Tuesday, February 19 | | · | this and that |
| Tuesday, January 08 | | · | Just talkin' to you......gini |
| Wednesday, December 05 | | · | contents |
| Tuesday, September 18 | | · | "FESTIVAL and THE DAY AFTER" |
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