The LaSalle Branch Library is safe — at least until mid-2011, when the 2011 mid-year tax distribution will provide a clearer picture of the effects of the property tax caps and the new Local Option Income Taxes. A recommendation to keep the LaSalle Branch open will be made to the Members of the Library Board…
1. October 18 through 23 is MONEY SMART WEEK. Two programs are planned for South Bend. – Retirement Confusion? Get the Answers! When: Wednesday, October 20, 6 – 8 PM Where: United Way of St. Joseph County, 3517 E. Jefferson Blvd, South Bend Who: Presentation by 1st Source Bank Sponsored by: United Way of St….
1. This week at the URBAN GARDEN MARKET: The Urban Garden Market will remain open on Saturday mornings through October 23. Visit us this Saturday to buy fresh fall produce, homemade baked goods, and delicious barbecue for footfall viewing. Purdue Extension Agents Phil and Edie Sutton will visit once again. Phil will answer your questions…
1. This week at the URBAN GARDEN MARKET: Something for almost everyone! Fall fruits and vegetables in abundance. Bar-b-q, homemade bread and cookies, beignets and pastries, pumpkins and gourds and more. There will be two special events this Saturday. In support of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Women in Touch, an outreach of Memorial Hospital to…
1. This week at the URBAN GARDEN MARKET: In addition to the fresh produce, home-made baked goods, barbecue, etc. two special events are scheduled for the this week's Market. Michele Boone from LaPaz will provide musical entertainment. Ms Boone writes folk music and will perform her own vocal and guitar compositions. She will be performing from 10:00am…
1. Public Forum on Property Tax Cap Amendment What: Public Forum with Senator John Broden An open discussion about the history, purpose, and likely consequences of the proposed tax cap amendment. When: Tuesday, September 21, 6:30-8:00 pm Where: Indiana University South Bend Student Activities Center, Room 225 Sponsored by: American Democracy Project, Indiana University South Bend Community…
Public Forum on Public Question 1 Indiana Property Tax Cap Amendment A conversation with Senator John Broden The Referendum: The Indiana Property Tax Cap Amendment will appear on the November 2, 2010 ballot in the state of Indiana as a legislatively-referred constitutional amendment. The measure, if enacted by a simple majority of Indiana voters, will add property tax caps to…
1. This week at the URBAN GARDEN MARKET: Something for almost everyone! Fall fruits and vegetables in abundance. Fresh, local, delicious. Last weeks ribs and barbecued chicken were a great hit and Jimmy Mac will be back this week with great football game food for sale. Word has it that Wendy, our "cookie-lady" will…
FOLLOW-UP MEETING TUESDAY, SEPT. 14, 7 PM, LASALLE BRANCH LIBRARY The meeting next Tuesday will follow the regular meeting on the Lincoln Way West Gateway Neighborhood Association. In addition to receiving an update on a variety of community initiatives that are already underway, we'll discuss future plans to keep the LaSalle Branch open. The…
1. This week at the URBAN GARDEN MARKET: As you make your plans for this holiday weekend, consider a visit to the Urban Garden Market to stock up on fresh local produce for your picnic or tailgate party. The Market is open between 9 and 1 on Saturday mornings through October 2. Vendors provide a…
The Community Forum for Economic Development supports policies and activities that improve living standards and broaden opportunities for the residents of St. Joseph County. For the last three years, we have partnered with the United Way and other local organizations to support the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA), an IRS program serving low- to moderate-income…
1. This week at the URBAN GARDEN MARKET: At the Urban Garden Market, you can buy fresh produce direct from producers in a friendly, open-air environment. The Market also provides an opportunity for backyard gardeners and small farmers to sell their crops to our local community. If your tomato or zucchini plants have produced more…