Community Calendar
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Ongoing
• Pulaski Co. Soil and Water Annual Tree Sale now through April 2. Order forms can be found at our office or you can contact Michelle Fox or Shelly Werner at 574-946-3243 ext. 3.
• Support the Pulaski County Public Library Foundation, donate online or in-person. www.PCPLF.org for more information.
• Winamac Volunteer Fire Department Fire Truck Fundraiser donations are being accepted at the Town of Winamac Office, 120 W. Main St., Winamac, (574) 946-3451.
• Notary service provided free to Beaver Township residents performed by Kaila Stukofski, Trustee, (317) 690-9988 or beavertownshiptrustee@gmail.com.
• CANCELLED: Pond View Golf Course’s Annual Snowball Auction & Golf Scramble for 2026.
Adopt a new pet!
• Pulaski Animal Center, 13 E. Indian Hills Rd. (just off of U.S. 35 N.,) Winamac, 574-946-0265, Tues: 10am-3pm, Wed: 10am-4pm, Thurs: 10am-4pm, Fri: by appointment only, Sat: 8am-Noon. Sun & Mon: Closed,
• Starke County Humane Society, 0104 W. SR 10, North Judson, 574-896-5060, Mon. - Fri. 11am to 4pm CDT, Sat. by appointment only,
closed Thurs. and Sun.
Thursday, January 15
• Soup & $2.25 Domestic Bottles beginning at 3 p.m. at VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Aerobics at 5 to 7 p.m. at VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac
• Member Drawing at 6p.m. at VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
Friday, January 16
• Resume Revival Workshop by WorkOne from 11 a.m. - 5:15 p.m at the Pulaski County Public Library, 121 S. Riverside Dr., Winamac. Must register to attend. For more information, please contact James Johnson (219) 233-8286 or jjohnson@gotoworkonenw.com
• Open Bowling, 3 to 10 p.m. at Country Lanes Bowling Alley, 1988 N. Old US 31, Rochester. Youth $4 a game with free shoe rental.
• Fish Fry to benefit the Community Wellness Center, from 4:30 to 7 p.m at the VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• $12 Beer Buckets plus Happy Hour from 5 to 7 p.m at the VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
Saturday, January 17
• Open Bowling, 2 to 10 p.m. at Country Lanes Bowling Alley, 1988 N. Old US 31, Rochester. Rock City starts at 10:30 p.m.
• Broasted Pork Chop & $1.50 Drafts at the VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Euchre at 6 p.m. at the VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Post Raffle at 7 p.m. at the VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
Sunday, January 18
• 38th Annual Power from the Past Farm Toy Show, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Eastern Pulaski Elementary School, Entrance 6, 815 School Dr., Winamac.
• Bingo Night, 6:30 p.m. at Knight of Columbus, 340 E. 50 N., Winamac.
• Open Bowling, 3 to 8 p.m. at Country Lanes Bowling Alley, 1988 N. Old US 31, Rochester.
Monday, January 19
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Meatloaf beginning at 3 p.m. at the VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Aerobics at 5 to 7 p.m. at VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Bar Bingo and Popcorn - regular, kettle, caramel - for National Popcorn Day at 6 p.m. at VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Kewanna Union Township Public Library - Closed
• United States Post Offices - Closed
Tuesday, January 20
• Olson Auctions Sherf Scroggins Real Estate Auction, 5:30 p.m. CT at Bass lake Fire Station, 7225 US 35, Knox. 118 +/- Acres sold in 5 tracts, sections 8 & 9 in California Township and Starke County.
• Estate Planning Workshop, 10 a.m. to noon at Murray Law, 107 E. Main St., Winamac. RSVP 574-946-7819.
• Tacos & $5 Tinis beginning at 3 p.m. at the VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Open Bowling, Noon to 3 p.m. at Country Lanes Bowling Alley, 1988 N. Old US 31, Rochester. $3 a game with free shoe rental.
Wednesday, January 21
• Red Cross Blood Drive from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, 340 E. 50 N., Winamac. Help fill the need, donate blood!
• Wings & $1.50 Drafts beginning at 3 p.m. at the VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Open Bowling, 3 to 5:30 p.m open bowling & 6 to 8:30 p.m. limited lanes at Country Lanes Bowling Alley, 1988 N. Old US 31, Rochester.
Thursday, January 22
• Soup & $2.25 Domestic Bottles beginning at 3 p.m. at VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Aerobics at 5 to 7 p.m. at VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Member Drawing at 6 p.m. at VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Round Table 6 p.m. at the VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
Friday, January 23
• $5 Grilled Chicken Sandwich, $12 Beer Buckets, Pie for dessert for National Pie Day, plus Happy Hour from 5 to 7 p.m at the VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Open Bowling, 3 to 10 p.m. at Country Lanes Bowling Alley, 1988 N. Old US 31, Rochester. Youth $4 a game with free shoe rental.
Saturday, January 24
• Country Fried Steak & $1.50 Drafts at the VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Post Raffle at 7 p.m. at the VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac
• Open Bowling, 2 to 10 p.m. at Country Lanes Bowling Alley, 1988 N. Old US 31, Rochester. Rock City starts at 10:30 p.m.
Sunday, January 25
• Bingo Night, 6:30 p.m. at Knight of Columbus, 340 E. 50 N., Winamac.
• Open Bowling, 3 to 8 p.m. at Country Lanes Bowling Alley, 1988 N. Old US 31, Rochester.
Monday, January 26
• Meatloaf beginning at 3 p.m. at the VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Aerobics at 5 to 7 p.m. at VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Bar Bingo at 6 p.m. at VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
Tuesday, January 27
• Open Bowling, Noon to 3 p.m. at Country Lanes Bowling Alley, 1988 N. Old US 31, Rochester. $3 a game with free shoe rental.
• Tacos & $5 Tinis beginning at 3 p.m. at the VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
Wednesday, January 28
• Wings & $1.50 Drafts beginning at 3 p.m. at the VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Open Bowling, 3 to 5:30 p.m open bowling & 6 to 8:30 p.m. limited lanes at Country Lanes Bowling Alley, 1988 N. Old US 31, Rochester.
Thursday, January 29
• Soup & $2.25 Domestic Bottles beginning at 3 p.m. at VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Aerobics at 5 to 7 p.m. at VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
• Member Drawing at 6p.m. at VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
Friday, January 30
• Open Bowling, 3 to 10 p.m. at Country Lanes Bowling Alley, 1988 N. Old US 31, Rochester. Youth $4 a game with free shoe rental.
• Shrimp Baskets or Cod, $12 Beer Buckets plus Happy Hour from 5 to 7 p.m at the VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
Saturday, January 31
• Land Legacy Summit hosted by Alliance Bank and Community Foundation of Pulaski County, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. EST at the Knights of Columbus, 340 E. 50 N., Winamac. Must register to attend by Jan. 23. Tickets $15, available online at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/land-legacy-summit-real-stories-real-decisi...
• Open Bowling, 2 to 10 p.m. at Country Lanes Bowling Alley, 1988 N. Old US 31, Rochester. Rock City starts at 10:30 p.m.
• Chili Dogs & $1.50 Drafts at the VFW Post 1728, 1066 S. US 35, Winamac.
Sunday, February 1
• Bingo Night, 6:30 p.m. at Knight of Columbus, 340 E. 50 N., Winamac.
Saturday, February 7
• Lincoln Day, hosted by Pulaski County Republican Party, Doors Open at 11 a.m., Candidate Meet & Greet 11 a.m. to Noon, at the Knights of Columbus, 340 E. 50 N., Winamac.
Sunday, February 8
• Bingo Night, 6:30 p.m. at Knight of Columbus, 340 E. 50 N., Winamac.
Tuesday, February 10
• Estate Planning Workshop, 6 to 8 p.m. at Murray Law, 107 E. Main St., Winamac. RSVP 574-946-7819.
Wednesday, February 11
• Pulaski County Soil & Water Conservation District Annual Meeting and Dinner, 6 p.m. at One Eye Jack’s Celebration Station, 101 East Main St., Winamac. Dinner Reservations requested by Tuesday, Feb. 3.
Sunday, February 15
• Bingo Night, 6:30 p.m. at Knight of Columbus, 340 E. 50 N., Winamac.
Monday, February 16
• United States Post Offices - Closed
Saturday, February 21
• Pulaski Animal Center Fundraiser, 5 p.m. at Meadow Springs, 8631 S. US 421, Francesville. Black Tie encouraged. Tickets available. For more information contact PAC (574) 946-0265.
Sunday, February 22
• Bingo Night, 6:30 p.m. at Knight of Columbus, 340 E. 50 N., Winamac.
Tuesday, February 24
• Estate Planning Workshop, 10 a.m. to noon at Murray Law, 107 E. Main St., Winamac. RSVP 574-946-7819.
Sunday, March 1
• Bingo Night, 6:30 p.m. at Knight of Columbus, 340 E. 50 N., Winamac.
Sunday, March 8
• Bingo Night, 6:30 p.m. at Knight of Columbus, 340 E. 50 N., Winamac.
Sunday, March 15
• Bingo Night, 6:30 p.m. at Knight of Columbus, 340 E. 50 N., Winamac.
Tuesday, March 17
• Estate Planning Workshop, 10 a.m. to noon at Murray Law, 107 E. Main St., Winamac. RSVP 574-946-7819.
Sunday, March 22
• Bingo Night, 6:30 p.m. at Knight of Columbus, 340 E. 50 N., Winamac.
Monday, March 23 to Friday, March 27
• Spring Break for Eastern Pulaski School Corp.
Monday, March 23 to Friday, March 27
• Spring Break for West Central School Corp.
Sunday, March 29
• Bingo Night, 6:30 p.m. at Knight of Columbus, 340 E. 50
N., Winamac.
Thursday, April 2
• Last day of the Pulaski Co. Soil and Water Annual Tree Sale. Order forms can be found at our office or you can contact Michelle Fox or Shelly Werner at 574-946-3243 ext. 3.
Sunday, April 5
• Bingo Night, 6:30 p.m. at Knight of Columbus, 340 E. 50 N., Winamac.
Sunday, April 12
• Bingo Night, 6:30 p.m. at Knight of Columbus, 340 E. 50 N., Winamac.
Sunday, April 19
• Bingo Night, 6:30 p.m. at Knight of Columbus, 340 E. 50 N., Winamac.
Tuesday, April 21
• Estate Planning Workshop, 10 a.m. to noon at Murray Law, 107 E. Main St., Winamac. RSVP 574-946-7819.
Sunday, April 26
• Bingo Night, 6:30 p.m. at Knight of Columbus, 340 E. 50
N., Winamac.
Tuesday, May 12
• Estate Planning Workshop, 6 to 8 p.m. at Murray Law, 107 E. Main St., Winamac. RSVP 574-946-7819.
Tuesday, May 19
• Estate Planning Workshop, 10 a.m. to noon at Murray Law, 107 E. Main St., Winamac. RSVP 574-946-7819.
Tuesday, June 16
• Estate Planning Workshop, 10 a.m. to noon at Murray Law, 107 E. Main St., Winamac. RSVP 574-946-7819.
Tuesday, July 21
• Estate Planning Workshop, 10 a.m. to noon at Murray Law, 107 E. Main St., Winamac. RSVP 574-946-7819
Sunday, May 24
• Graduation at West Central High School.
Sunday, May 31
• Graduation at Winamac Community High School.
Local Food Pantries
• Pulaski County Human Services Food Pantry hours are 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday by curbside pickup. Call 574-946-6500 to schedule pickup, or 115 W. Pearl St., Winamac and ring the bell.
• Winamac Nazarene Church Neighbor to Neighbor Compassionate Ministries food pantry is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Monday, 514 E. 13th St., Winamac, west of the PMH ER entrance. Bring a box or laundry basket, wear a mask and wait in your vehicle. Call 574-946-7637.
Volunteer Opportunities
• VFW Post 1728: Would you like to serve the Veterans that served you? Volunteer as your schedule allows! Let us know when you would like to volunteer. We would appreciate the help.
• The Winamac Volunteer Fire Department is looking for volunteers to serve on the fire department. Applications can be picked up at the Winamac Town Hall, Clerk-Treasurer’s Office, 120 W. Main St., Winamac.
Meetings
• Alcoholics Anonymous. Call before you take the next drink. For information, call 574-228-6731 or 219-204-3682.
• New Beginning’s Recovery, every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month, 7 to 8 p.m. at the New Beginnings Family Fellowship 760 N. US 35, Winamac.
• Nar-Anon, every Thursday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Winamac First United Methodist Church.
• Recovery Cafe of Pulaski County, Mondays at 6 p.m. and Fridays from 5 p.m., a weekly Cafe Circle will be offered at 123 E. Pearl St., Winamac. Circles are peer group settings to talk about challenges and success in your recovery journey. We are here to support you and connect you to resources to help you achieve your goals.
• REACT meetings are held the first Monday of the month at the Pulaski Memorial Hospital boardroom at 7 p.m.
• North Central Indiana Quail Forever meets the first Tuesday of each month at Poblanos in Winamac 7 to 8 p.m.
• The Friends of Tippecanoe River State Park group meets the second Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m., at the state park.
• Monterey Town Council meetings will be held the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m., at 7033 N. Walnut St., Monterey.
• The Pulaski County Soil and Water Conservation District meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. in the break room of the USDA Service Center.
• Join the Pulaski County Drug Free Council! We meet on the second Wednesday of every month at noon, with the exception of July and December. To find out where we’re meeting or how to join online, email pulaskicountyLCC@gmail.com
Pulaski County Public Library
The Pulaski County Public Library has listed its programs and activities for January. For more information on any program, call the library at 574-946-3432 or visit the library’s website at www.pulaskicounty.lib.in.us.
Special Events:
• It’s time for Winter Reading! Complete reading challenges and win prizes. Readers of all ages, child through adult, can participate. Stop in at the library to learn more and sign up.
• Join Shelley from the Pulaski County Soil & Water Conservation District for All About Hibernation on January 14th at 3:00 p.m. to learn which animals sleep through winter – and why. Kids will explore nature’s coziest survival trick and create a fun craft!
• Ready to refresh your résumé for 2026? Join us for Résumé Revival with WorkOne on Friday, January 16th. Choose your session: 11:00-12:30 or 5:15-6:45 p.m. Get personalized coaching to polish your résumé, highlight your strengths, and stand out to employers. Whether you’re job hunting or just want to be prepared, this free session can help you start the year strong. Call the library at 574-946-3432 to sign up.
• Protect yourself from scams! Join Olivia and Jenny from Alliance Bank for a free Lunch & Learn at the library on Monday, January 26th at noon. Learn how to spot the latest fraud tactics, safeguard your finances, and avoid becoming a victim. With scams evolving constantly, this timely session will give you practical tools to stay secure. Lunch will be provided. Call the library at 574-946-3432 to reserve your spot.
• Winter isn’t just cold and quiet – it’s essential! Kids will discover “What Winter Is Good For” with Ellen from Tippecanoe River State Park on Wednesday, Jan. 28th at 3:00 p.m. Ellen will talk about winter’s many hidden benefits: beautiful snowflakes, tree rings (revealed through hands-on “tree cookies”), and how the season’s downtime helps nature prepare for spring’s burst of life.
Regular Programs:
• Kids can use their imaginations to make amazing creations with Legos at Lego Builders on Mondays from 3:30 to 6:00.
• Come in for Story Time and activities for toddlers on Toddler Tuesdays at 10:30. If you can’t make it in the morning, Afternoon Story Time is held on Tuesdays at 5:15 p.m. We also have Saturday Story Times at 10:00 and 11:30.
• Are you new to Genealogy? Not sure where to start? Come to Genealogy Help on Tuesdays from 3:00 to 5:00, when Malissa is on hand to help you use the library’s genealogy collection. This weekly program is held upstairs in the Delores “Dee” Galbreath Local History Room.
• The library shows a Family Movie suitable for all ages every Wednesday at 3:00. Visit the library’s website to see what is playing on a particular date.
• On Thursday mornings at 10:30, Duplo bricks and larger blocks are available for toddlers to play with at Toddler Legos.
• The library’s collection of Board Games for all ages is available on Thursdays after school.
• We will have Crafts for Kids available all day on Fridays in our children’s area while supplies last. This month, make a snowflake suncatcher, a spiral snowman, and more!
• Teen Activity Board meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 3:00 p.m. These gatherings feature a fun mix of activities, education, and food for all participants. All local teens ages 12-18 are welcome to attend!
• Book Club is held at the library on the second Friday of the month (January 9th) at 2:30 p.m. as well as at Poblanos Mexican Grill on the third Tuesday (January 20th) at 5:30 p.m. We can send a Zoom link for the Friday session to any attendees who call the library at 574-946-3432 to register in advance. The book up for discussion this month is Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer. Copies of the book are available to check out at the library.
What’s going on at the Kewanna Union Township Public Library?
Kewanna Union Township Public Library is located at 210 E. Main St., Kewanna. For more information & updates, check out our Facebook page (Kewanna Union Township Public Library), call 574-653-2011 or visit our website www.kewanna.lib.in.us.
Library Hours:
Monday - Thursday Noon to 6 p.m.
& Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Chair Exercises- Wed., January 14 @ 1 p.m.
Adult Book Club- Wed., January 14 @ 2 p.m. or all month on Facebook
Family Bingo Night- Thurs., January 15 4-5 p.m.
• Mon., January 19 - Library Closed
Nutrition Program- Wed., January 21 @ 11 a.m.
Homeschoolers @ the Library “Winter STEM”- Wed., Jan. 21 @ 2:30 p.m.
Game On- Thurs., January 22 4-5 p.m.
Library Board Meeting- Mon., January 26 @ 6 p.m.
Back to the Past: “Our Kewanna”- Wed., January 28 @ 11 a.m.
Makerspace- Thurs., January 29 4-5 p.m.
Story Time- Sat., January 31 @ 11 a.m.
Regular Weekly Events
Zak’s Tech Time – every Monday @ Noon-6 p.m.
Teens N Tweens - every Tuesday @ 4 p.m.
Coffee & Tea Time every Wednesday @ 12:30
Lego Club every Wednesday @ 4 p.m.
Kids Night every Thursday @ 4 p.m.
Euchre Night every Thursday Evening @ 4-6 p.m.
Coloring Club all month long! Pick up a page @ the library to color!
More Information about Our Events:
Local historian, Bob Clyde, will continue his discussion of the history of Kewanna in Back to the Past: “Our Kewanna” will be held on Wednesday, January 28 @ 11 a.m. Back to the Past is held on the last Wednesday of the month @ 11.
Coffee & Tea Time is held @ 10:30 a.m. every Wednesday morning. Plan to attend our Coffee @ Tea Time enjoying time with your neighbors and friends and then stay for Back to the Past “Our Kewanna”.
Homeschoolers @ the Library “Winter STEM” Our Homeschoolers @ the Library program is all about science! We will be doing Winter STEM activities on Wed., January 21 @ 2:30 p.m. STEM Education is an approach that uses Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics to learn and have fun. Join us for a fun-filled program! All homeschoolers are welcome to attend!
“The History of Barn Quilts” by Jessica Riffle, Purdue Extension Fulton County Extension Educator, will be presenting a program on Wed., Jan. 21 @ 1 p.m. about “The History of Barn Quilts”
Notices
• Pulaski County Human Services and Northwest Indiana Community Action has senior meals by Meals On Wheels of Northwest Indiana at the center. If you are 60 or older, order your meal today, Monday through Friday 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Winamac location: 115 W. Pearl Street - call 574-946-6500.
• Arrowhead Country Public Transit Pulaski County Human Services operates 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call 574-946-6500.
• Contact Pulaski County Human Services at 574-946-6500 to take part in the Energy Assistance Program. Rent or other assistance applications are available at Pulaski County Human Services.
• Retire your flag with honor by bringing it to Rans Funeral Homes and Crematory chapels in Royal Center, Kewanna and Logansport. Your flag will honor a veteran by being draped across them at the time of cremation.
• Free pregnancy tests are available at the Health Department. Tests are available for individuals who need an official confirmation for insurance purposes, or for individuals who just need/want a free test. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are recommended by calling 574-946-6080.
• Contact the Pulaski County Health Department at 574-946-6080 for information on receiving your free Narcan kit, while supplies last.
• Find out if your child qualifies for the high-quality pre-K program On My Way Pre-K by calling 1-800-299-1627 or visiting www.onmywayprek.org.
• For more information about Alcoholics Anonymous call 574-242-2262 or 574-946-0389 or for more information about Al-Anon call 574-242-1604 or 574-270-0129.
• If you have served active duty in the United States Armed Forces since Dec. 7, 1941, and have been honorably discharged or are still serving, you are eligible for membership in the American Legion. If interested, call 574-242-0836.
Did You Know?
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• If you ever receive a copy of the Pulaski County Journal that is unreadable due to ink smudges, please bring it to our office to exchange it for a clear copy. We strive to provide the best quality and service for our readers and would like to know when these instances happen.
• Thousands of photos taken by our staff are available for purchase online. They can be ordered as prints, or as images on gifts such as mugs, blankets, signs, ornaments, puzzles and more! We have exciting new offers of printed-and-bound photo albums as well as a “greeting card” option that make for great graduation cards, Christmas cards and etc. made possible by easy to use templates. Among new offers, there are options for metal wall art, standout wall art, framed wall art, mounted wall art and acrylic wall art. Visit pulaskijournal.com and click the photos tab at the top.
• Pets are beloved members of our families and their passing is one of great loss. The Pulaski County Journal accepts placements of pet obituaries if you should want to preserve their memory in this way.
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