Week of May 11-17, 2009 :


15th Annual Deaconess Classic
May 11. Evansville Country Club, 3810 Stringtown Road. Since its inception, the Deaconess Classic has raised more than $1.5 million to pay for more than 8,000 mammograms for women in need, state-of-the-art detection technology, and support for national breast cancer research at Deaconess Hospital. The daylong event includes plenty of socializing, golfing, fine cuisine, and a golf clinic hosted by LPGA Hall of Fame member Nancy Lopez. Registration begins at 9 a.m. $300-$1,200. (812) 450-3359 or www.deaconess.org.

Disturbed
May 13. Roberts Stadium, 2600 Division St. With three platinum albums, the hard-rock band Disturbed brings its “Music as a Weapon Tour” to Evansville. At this show, the group will perform what they call their “darkest and angriest outing” yet. 7 p.m. $38.75. (812) 423-7222.

YWCA’S Tribute to Achievement
May 14. Evansville Country Club, 3810 Stringtown Road. Every year, supporters and members of the YWCA honor the contributions of individuals and organizations striving to make life better for girls and women in the Evansville community. The Young Women of Promise scholarships are also awarded at this event. Proceeds support the YWCA’s programs and services to empower local women. 6 p.m. $60 individual; $800 table. (812) 422-1191 or www.ywcaevansville.org.

St. Benedict Cathedral Summer Social
May 14-16. St. Benedict Parish Center, 1328 Lincoln Ave. The summer solstice on June 21 marks the official beginning of summer, but for local Catholics, the first summer social escorts in the season with chicken dinners, bingo tournaments, carnival rides and more. Free admission. (812) 425-3369 or www.stbens.com.

Historic Newburgh and Evansville Living’s 4th Annual Wine, Art & Jazz Festival
May 15-17. Old Lock and Dam Park, Newburgh. Kick off the weekend with “Grapes on the Grass,” a wine-tasting soirée featuring some of the best offerings from Indiana wineries. The next two days feature regional specialty foods and wines, seminars on wine production and selection, wares by local artisans and craftsmen, and plenty of good music. 7 p.m. May 15; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. May 16; noon-5 p.m. May 17. $10 per day; $55 for three days; $40 for Friday soirée. (812) 853-2815 or www.historicnewburgh.org.

Home Grown Bluegrass Festival
May 15-16. John James Audubon State Park, 3100 Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, Ky. Enjoy two days of pickin’ and jammin’ by a beautiful lakeside setting. Local bluegrass bands host this annual festival, and aspiring musicians have an open microphone. On May 16, check out the Creative Arts and Crafts Festival, where the museum garden fills with local artists who showcase their crafts. $3 per car. (270) 826-2247 or parks.ky.gov.

SWIRCA’S River City Senior Games
May 15-21. SWIRCA, 16 W. Virginia St. Every year, this weeklong competition draws some of the city’s best athletes ages 50 years and up, featuring a range of activities from cycling to shuffleboard. The Southwestern Indiana Regional Council on Aging & More sponsors the annual event. $12 unlimited entry fee. (812) 464-7800 or www.swirca.org.

YMCA Golf Outing 2009
May 15. Eagle Valley Golf Course, 10350 Petersburg Road. Dubbed the “Play-a-Round for The Y” golf outing, this annual “four man scramble” event attracts avid golfers and supporters of the YMCA’s youth sporting and fitness programs. 11:30 a.m. shotgun start. $600 for foursome; $150 for hole sponsorship. (812) 426-6210 or www.ymca.evansville.net.

YWCA’s Personally Speaking Series
May 15. YWCA, 118 Vine St. In this lunchtime series, Sue Morrison, owner of Sunburst Stained Glass in Newburgh, will present a lecture on “Thirty-one Years of Bringing Glass to Light.” Noon. $6. (812) 422-1191 or www.ywcaevansville.org.

23rd Annual New Harmony Project
May 16-30. New Harmony Inn, 504 North St., New Harmony. Accomplished writers from throughout the United States gather in this peaceful setting for a two-week retreat, where they’ll work with teams of directors, dramaturgs, and actors to develop their scripts for stage, television, and film. The event concludes with final readings performed for the community on May 28, 29, and 30. Call (317) 464-1103 for writer participation prices and final reading prices. E-mail Joan David at jfdavid@newharmonyproject.org or visit www.newharmonyproject.org.

Creative Arts and Crafts Festival
May 16. John James Audubon Museum, 3100 Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, Ky. Artists and vendors will fill gardens of the museum with booths selling and exhibiting their works of arts and crafts. Come enjoy the food, music, and children’s programs throughout the day. The festival is hosted in conjunction with the Home Grown Bluegrass Festival. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $3 per car. (270) 827- 1893 or e-mail kim.mcgrew@ky.gov.

Demolition City Roller Derby
May 16. Memorial Coliseum, 300 Court St. Bearing aliases such as “Rock Scar” and “Godjilla,” the athletic, brazen members of the Tri-State’s first all-female roller derby team take to the floor of the Coliseum. Prepare for an action-packed evening of this punk-influenced, contact skating sport. The next home bout is June 20. Doors open 5:30 p.m.; bouts start 6:30 p.m. $45 season pass. www.demolitioncityrollerderby.com.

EPYO/EPYO II Spring Concert
May 16. Victory Theatre, 600 Main St. The gifted young musicians in the Evansville Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (EPYO) (grades 9-12) and EPYO II (grades 6-9) pres-ent their spring concert. 7 p.m. $11. (812) 425-5050 or www.evansvillephilharmonic.org.

Southern Indiana/Tri-State Walk to Cure Diabetes
May 16. Holiday World, Santa Claus, Ind. Beginning in the Legends Parking Lot at Holiday World, this event includes entertainment, a one-mile walk, and the opportunity to enjoy a post-walk lunch and refreshments in the picnic area of Holiday World. Participants are encouraged to set a goal of raising $100 to fight diabetes. Registration, 9 a.m.; walk, 10:30 a.m. (317) 469-9604 or e-mail sholdaway@jdrf.org.

The Children’s Alice in Wonderland
May 17. The Centre, 715 Locust St. Under the direction of artistic director Deena Laska Lewis, young ballet dancers from the Children’s Center for Dance Education perform “The Children’s Alice in Wonderland,” set to Tchaikovsky’s inspiring score. 3 p.m. $8. (812) 423-7222.

Great Strides Walk
May 17. Howell Park, 1101 S. Barker Ave. The life expectancy of children diagnosed with the fatal genetic disease cystic fibrosis has increased dramatically thanks to research and treatment supported by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. At their biggest annual fundraiser, Great Strides, local organizers hope to reach a goal of $25,000 in contributions. Registration begins at 12:30 p.m.; opening ceremonies at 1:30 p.m. To find out how to participate, visit greatstrides.cff.org or contact Jordan Dillon at (800) 622-4826 or jdillon@cff.org.