German Families Coming

Plans are in progress in our Sister City of Wagshurst for 19 German guests to be with us for our 175th celebration. Thanks to those who have already responded, we may have enough host families. However, if anyone else is still considering offering to host several German guests, or if you have already offered and didn't hear back, please contact Dorothy Rasche. It would be good to have a few additional potential host families available. If you'd like to help in any way, please contact dorothy.rasche@alumni.iu.edu or 812-678-3001.

Like & Share on Facebook

It is a huge help to the community if, when you see the Celestine, Indiana, postings on Facebook, you would "like" them and share them with your friends. The more people who do that, the more people Facebook shows the update!

Bartenders Needed

If you are willing to bartend a shift at the fest and have your license, or are willing to get your license, please contact Ryan Hasenour at 812-630-4210.

Volunteers Needed

An event of this size needs the help of EVERYONE who is able to help. You can state your preference by filling out the form at www.celestineindiana.com/volunteer-sign-up. You will also be able to sign up at the February Legacy Night.

Celestine History Book

Reports are needed about the tornado and other major events in the past 25 years. If you still want to include your historical family farm or a business in the community, it is time to get those in. Please contact Clara Fromme at (812) 639-9327 or email cfromme@fullnet.com. Order forms will be available for this history book, the 1993 history book, and the new “Beyond the Calendar” photo book on Legacy Night.

Celestine 175 Sponsors Wanted

We are seeking sponsors to help offset the costs of running a huge multiday festival. Profits will be reinvested into the community! We are extremely thankful for all of the wonderful business that support us on an annual basis with donations. Because we are taking the offerings of our fest to a new level to live up to the celebration Celestine’s 175h birthday deserves, we have established five different sponsorship levels, with the top two targeted to larger organizations.

PERSONAL SPONSORSHIPS ENCOURAGED: Given this is a milestone year, we have heard that many families would like the opportunity to contribute as a sponsor. As such, we share the following sponsorship levels and welcome participation at any level. If you are interested in being a personal or corporate sponsor please contact Joyce Hulsman at (812) 639-9441 or joycehulsman@yahoo.com.

Thanks in advance for any and all support!

* Diamond Sponsor -- $1,000.00+ - 8 meal tickets / 8 t-shirts (2 XL, 2 L, 2 M, 2 S) / 8 bracelets for kids’ inflatables
* Platinum Sponsor -- $500.00 - 4 meal tickets / 4 t-shirts (1 XL, 2 L, 1M) / 4 bracelets for kids’ inflatables * Gold Sponsor -- $250.00.
* Silver Sponsor -- $100.00.
* Bronze Sponsor -- $50.00

April Legacy Night - "Our Priests"

APRIL LEGACY NIGHT – “OUR PRIESTS”: St. Celestine Church will continue celebrating its 175 years on Sunday, April 22 with an event titled “Legacy Night: Our Priests.” The event will take place in church from 6:00 to 8:30pm. Dr. Mark Ginter will portray Celestine founder Fr. Joseph Kundeck. There will be presentations about the priests who have served the Church in the past along with details about those from the area who have become Priests. Also the mystery of the impostor Priest will be discussed!

Download the flyer here.

Celestine Museum Day

Join us on Sunday, April 8 from 1 to 4pm at the Dubois County Museum for a day celebrating the history and culture of the Celestine Community. There will be over 40 displays, exhibits and speakers celebrating Celestine’s 175 years. Admission is $5 Adults; $3 High School age; $2 Middle School, & Elementary age; 4 and under free. Contact Kathy Bachman 812-482-2074 or Iris Gadlage 812-389-2328 for more details or to volunteer.

Download event flyer here.

Social Media Team Needed

We are in need of several Facebook-loving people to assist with administrating the Celestine Facebook page. You would help with posting updates, responding to comments/messages, posting pictures, etc., to keep the page active. The weekend of the 175th there will be tons of things going on, and we will need several people to keep the updates flowing! Please contact the Celestine IN Facebook page, Tony Buechler, or email info@celestineindiana.com.

Celestine 175 Quilt Raffle

At the 175th there will be quilts raffled off using a wheel (License #146092), like at the St. Isidore Shoot. We are seeking donations of quilts to raffle off. The deadline to submit quilts is March 1. The quilts may be taken to the parish center office. Please include a note if it is in memory or honor of someone. Also, give exactly how you want the names of the donors recorded. An applique will be put on the quilt with this information. If you have questions, call Angie Hochgesang at 812-634-1565.