Takes place this Saturday!
(LAWRENCEBURG, Ind.) -- The area code in Southern Indiana is 812, therefore let's celebrate by giving back on Saturday, August 12.
We encouraging anyone to give back by picking a project in their community that they are passionate about.
We know there are many other initiatives taking place and we plan to compile a complete list.
Please email us at news@812now.com if you're planning a project.
Here is a list of some projects happening:
Batesville Products will have a big surprise for a local non-profit! This video will be on The 812 Friday morning!
Amack's Well Community Coffee House in Batesville is offering discounts of 8.12 percent. Meanwhile, the general manager is making a private donation to the Franklin County Humane Society.
Oldenburg Academy student media class will spread positivity by creating positive messages on sidewalks while walking the streets of Oldenburg.
Strongs Brick Oven Pizzeria (Lawrenceburg) – 1 small pizza for $8.12
Weber Sports (Aurora) – Donating 8.12% of sales to the YES Home and giving out free cookies while they last
Greensburg High School canned food drive – drop off donations at Greensburg Public Library or Greensburg High School
Lawrenceburg Home Boutique – Fun giveaways!
812 reporter Bella Monroe is collecting baby necessities for Southeast Indiana’s Empowering Young Families – drop off donations at Twice Blessed in Batesville, Brookeville Skyline, or St. Leon Skyline
Fire truck pull and family-fun attractions (Lawrenceburg Civic Park) – all proceeds support Special Olympics Indiana Ripley Ohio Dearborn Counties
Rising Sun Farmers Market (9AM Visitors Center at 217 N High Street) – local produce, vendors, and painted rocks from Bonnie Carrigan and the Rolling Stones
Lawrenceburg Farmers Market (9AM to 1PM Mural Lot on High Street) - kids and family activities as well as local vendors selling produce, baked goods, and crafts
Also, be sure to get into the 812 Day Facebook group by clicking here.
The 812 partnered with Batesville Products in Lawrenceburg to design 812 Day shirts that were available for purchase this summer.
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