Bettina Settles, your Indiana Connection

Saturday, May 16, 2009, 8:00 AM.
Annual Community Rummage Sale at Faith United Methodist Church.
Location: Faith United Methodist Church, 9031 East 16th Street, Indianapolis, Marion County.

Saturday, May 16, 2009, 8:00 AM.
Christians United Church Annual Community Yard Sale on Indy's East Side..
Location: Christians United Church, 8755 East Otis Avenue, Indianapolis, Marion County

Saturday, May 16, 2009, 9:00 AM.
WoWpreneurs Career Fair and Marketplace at the Ritz Charles.
9 AM to 3 PM. $5 event fee.
Location: Ritz Charles, 12156 North Meridian Street, Carmel, Hamilton County.

Saturday, May 16, 2009, 9:30 AM.
'Rollin for Kids' Motorcycle Ride in Morgan County.$15 per person includes lunch (beverages not included). Sign-in: 9:30-11 AM..
Location: Boys and Girls Club, 217 East High Street, Mooresville, Morgan County.
www.bgcofmc.org

Saturday, May 16, 2009, 10:00 AM.
Civil War Days at Conner Prairie. May 16-17: Sat 10-5, Sun 11-5. Location: Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, Hamilton County.
www.connerprairie.org/events/civil_war_weekend

There is a lot more fun for the Summer. I have only pulled out a few to give you a start.....

'Footprints: Balancing Nature's Diversity' at the State Museum

An illustration on how humans have interacted with the natural world and their effects on it. The Boy Scouts can use Footprints to earn patches

'Facing West: Celebrating 20 Years of the Eiteljorg Museum'

This exhibition illuminates the story of the West and Native peoples, through the faces of those who have shaped our perceptions.

'Star Wars: The Clone Wars' Exhibit at the Children's Museum

A exhibition with artwork, costumes and other pieces used in the first-ever animated TV series by LucasFilm Animation.

Tutankhamun: The Golden King and the Great Pharaohs is one of the future exhibits

Public Ice Skating at the Indiana/World Skating Academy

Indianapolis Indians Baseball at Victory Field.

Community Tuesday at White River State Park.

Public Tour of Lucas Oil Stadium.

Public tours are available on Tuesday and Wednesday of each week

Oh my,.......summer break is right around the corner and we need something for the kids to do....

.....here are some quick ideas to keep the kids busy over the summer other then sitting in front of the TV, PC and playing games at home.

For the smaller kids, you might still find that the local YMCA has room in their day camps. Where you can find a variety of activities that are tailored towards the youths' interest.

Local Churches offer summer camps as well for local families that as well foster their interest and spark their imagination. For the larger teenage kids many churches offer volunteer options during the summer.

Check out also local youth centers and community centers, Schools and universities. Many of them offer summer kid educational programs that are not part of a regular curriculum like soccer camp, fishing camp and many others.

Many of the none-for-profit organizations need help over the summer with various activities. That is a great chance for the teenage kids to get involved in the community and helps them to make valuable connections for the future. Just contact the local United Way agency for a list of agencies that are looking for help. The United Way agency also can point you into the right direction to find something to do for your smaller children for the Summer.

..............nothing better then to sneak in a little education over the summer

Franklin Indiana's Strawberries on the Square

May 22nd, 2009 at 11:00 AM until 9:00 PM

Discover Downtown Franklin is having their annual fundraiser: "Strawberries on the Square." For $5 you will have shortcake with ice cream, fresh strawberries, whipped cream and a bottle of water. All proceeds benefit Discover Downtown Franklin activities.

With so many companies downsizing and many of the larger companies having either a hiring freeze or not hiring at all, how is anyone to find a job?

We in central Indiana have many business networking events happening each month, where you can meet business owner and network for a job.

I have a RSS feed for networking events on my website and you can check out any of the local Chambers, BNI meetings and any other meeting.

When you attend on of the meetings, be prepared to shine. Have a business card ready to give out, so prospective employers can find you. On the back of the card you might bullet point in a few points what you can offer the business owner.

Don't overlook the small company owners, even so they might can not hire you, you never know who they know and introduce you too.....

Don't give out your résumé but have it handy...you are there to get an appointment, and most of the time during these events the business owners don't have anywhere to put your résumé.........

Follow up after each event with any new person you have met. ......