Crawfordsville Connection

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Kelley Mercer, President of the Montgomery County Council on Aging, and Cheryl Portwood from Wellbrooke of Crawfordsville to talk about the important work MCCA does to support seniors and caregivers throughout Montgomery County.
We also talk about the upcoming 2026 MCCA Senior Celebration, taking place on Wednesday, September 9 from 10AM-2PM at First Baptist Church.
Learn more about the Montgomery County Council on Aging at www.mcca54.org and make plans to join the community for this year's Senior Celebration!
Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville
To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Rachel Wells, Executive Director of the Montgomery County Leadership Academy, and Monica Nagele, President of the Montgomery County Leadership Academy, to talk about the upcoming 2026 Montgomery County Community Day of Service. They share how this annual event connects community members with local nonprofits, what volunteers can expect, and how you can get involved.
The 3rd Annual Montgomery County Community Day of Service takes place on Wednesday, September 16 from 8:30AM-12:00PM.
Learn more and sign up to volunteer at https://tinyurl.com/MoCoDayOfService
This year's Day of Service is supported through the AmeriCorps federal grant program, administered by the 9/11 Program, and is also part of the America250 initiative, connecting service and remembrance with the celebration of America's 250th anniversary.
Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville
To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we welcome U.S. Senator Jim Banks to Crawfordsville for a conversation about his journey into public service, life in the U.S. Senate, and the issues facing Indiana and the nation.
Senator Banks discusses his work in Washington, his current legislative priorities, political division, and what he sees ahead for communities like Crawfordsville. The conversation also covers the Citizenship Act, the Dalilah Law, foreign influence, and the future of America.
Plus, get to know the Hoosier behind the Senate title with a few fun questions along the way!
Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville
To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Larry Paarlberg and Jessica Bokhart to talk about the upcoming TASTE of Montgomery County. They share the history of this beloved annual event, the variety of local food vendors, and the exciting LIVE music lineup.
The TASTE takes place on Saturday, August 22 from 12PM-9PM on the grounds of the Lew Wallace Study & Museum. Learn more at www.TasteOfMontgomeryCounty.com
🎧Want to learn more about the Lew Wallace Study & Museum? Check out Crawfordsville Connection Episode 50.
Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville
To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we have another monthly general update where we talk all things Crawfordsville from A to Z! This episode dives into all of our current city projects and more!
Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville 
To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov