Friendship Baptist Church,963 E. Worthsville Road, Greenwood. Experience Friendship, 8 a.m. to noon. Saturday, Annual church-wide garage sale. Call (317) 535-2544.

Crown Hill Cemetery (Main Entrance),700 W. 38th St. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church Monument Dedication Ceremony, 9:30 a.m. Saturday, In Section 236 on the north grounds of the cemetery. Dedicated in memory of the pioneers of the Greek Orthodox community who immigrated to the country and established the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church and Greek community. RSVP is requested. Free. Call (317) 920-4165 or e-mail development@crownhill.org.

Joy of All Who Sorrow Orthodox Christian Church,1516 N. Delaware St. International Folk Dancing, 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dance from 8 to 10 p.m. Lessons from 7:30 to 8 p.m. Beginners welcome. $3. Call (317) 891-1654.

Whitelick Presbyterian Church,2530 N. Hendricks County Road 600 East, Avon. Sunday Morning Coffee Conversations: Understanding the Middle East Conflict, 9:40 to 10:20 a.m. Sunday, Adult discipleship class led by Ginny Sheets. Discussions focus on scripture and social action while discerning the role of the church within the political system. Topic: Why Can’t We Get Along. Call (317) 852-2840 or visit www.whitelickpcusa.org.

Michael’s Family Restaurant,840 W. Main St., Carmel. ROMEO, or Retired Old Men Eating Out, 11 a.m. Wednesday, Senior men get together for lunch, conversation and the company of other guys. Call St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, (317) 846-4912 or visit www.stmarkscarmel.org.

Starbucks Coffee,2810 E. 116th St., Carmel. Capstone LIVE! Bible Study, 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Informal fellowship group hosted by St. Mark’s United Methodist Church in Carmel for ages 18-29. Call Don Broad, (317) 817-9803 or visit www.stmarkscarmel.org.

Allisonville Christian Church (Disciples of Christ),7701 Allisonville Road. Open Men’s Circle, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Men work on personal growth, goals and behavior change; practice leadership skills; connect with other men; and be supported and challenged. In the Retreat House behind the church. Walk-ins welcome. Sponsored by the Mankind Project of Indiana. Call (317) 441-8703.

Indianapolis City Market,222 E. Market St. Lunchtime Bible Study, 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Wednesday, Meet on east wing of third floor for open Bible study and fellowship. Call (317) 634-9266.

Holy Rosary Catholic Church,520 Stevens St. Italian Street Festival: Mass, 4:30 p.m. June 13. Early afternoon mass at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Also, a colorful, Italian religious procession takes place which is followed by a second mass, 7 p.m. Call (317) 636-4478 or visit www.italianheritage.org.

Lawrence United Methodist Church,5200 N. Shadeland Ave. Lawrence United Methodist Church Strawberry Festival&BBQ, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Event is in recognition of the first worship service and celebrates 50 years with homemade desserts, barbecue dinner, children’s games, entertainment, music and more. Call (317) 546-1724.

St. Anthony Church Parish Center,379 N. Warman Ave. St. Anthony Catholic Church Summer Festival, 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Events include raffles, games for children and food service. The kitchen is open from 5 to 8 p.m. Call (317) 951-0736.

St. Simon the Apostle Catholic Church,8155 Oaklandon Road. St. Simon Festival: Day 3, 3 to midnight. Saturday, Annual outdoor festival features music, Vegas room, carnival rides, children’s games, food and more. Entertainment by Toy Factory. Free. Call (317) 826-6000.

North United Methodist Church,3808 N. Meridian St. 38th and Meridian Farmers Market, 4 to 6:30 p.m. Thursdays. 4 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday. Fresh produce from local farmers. Call (317) 924-2612 or e-mail joelo@forumcu.com.

Center for Inquiry Indiana,350 Canal Walk, Suite A. Letting Go of God, 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Program features DVD of Julia Sweeney’s “Letting Go of God: Breaking Up is Hard to Do.” Call (317) 423-0710 or visit www.centerforinquiry.net/indy .

Faith Presbyterian Church,8170 Hague Road. Strawberry Festival, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 13. Food, drinks, musical entertainment, children’s games, fun-house moon bounce, obstacle course, rock-climbing wall and strawberries with shortcake and ice cream. Also, safety booths by Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department and Lawrence Township Fire Department. Indiana Bloodmobile on-site for a blood drive. Call Bob Walker, (317) 409-2361 or visit www.indianapolisfaith.com.

Garden City Christian Church,5201 Rockville Road. Strawberry Festival and Cookout, noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Hot dogs, hamburgers, plain or with-the-works strawberries. Carryout available. Proceeds benefit community projects. Call (317) 241-5596.

Hinkle Creek Friends Church,21617 Hinkle Road, Noblesville. Fish Fry&Music Night, 5 p.m. June 13. Fish fry begins at 5 p.m. with music featuring Jeff VanWinkle and Mike Haemmerle at 6:30 p.m. Free (offering accepted). Call (317) 877-1071.

Garfield Christian Church,1751 E. Walker Ave. Annual Fish Fry, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, Food, fun and entertainment. Carry-out purchases available. Proceeds provide scholarships for children attending Christian Summer Camp. Call Millie Sowers, (317) 331-0617.

New Bethel Baptist Church – Wanamaker,8936 Southeastern Ave. Strawberry Festival and White Elephant Sale, noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sweet Indiana strawberries, angel food cake, ice cream and a beverage. Proceeds used to further Christian education at home and in the world. $3 per serving for strawberries. Call (317) 862-4381.

St. Christopher Episcopal Church,1402 W. Main St., Carmel. Christopher’s Cove Beach Party, 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Food, music, hospitality. Part of the St. Christopher’s Sanctuary Celebration Weekend. $25. Call (317) 846-8716.

Crossroads Church of Avon,7209 E. Hendricks County Road 100 South. Crossroads Church Vacation Bible School: Crocodile Dock, 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Monday, First day of five-day program for ages 4 years through Grade 6. Meets daily and culminates with a free Family Fun Night with food, bounce house and games on June 12. Call (317) 838-9100 or visit www.crossroadsavon.org .

Aldersgate Free Methodist Church,9035 E. 21st St. Vacation Bible School: Museum @ 12627 – The Mystery of God’s Great Plan, 9 to 11:30 a.m. Monday, First day of program that meets daily through June 12. Closing program, 9 a.m. June 13. Registration required. Call Pastor Jan, (317) 898-6456.

Nazarene District Campgrounds,10740 E. Morgan County Road 700 South, Camby. Indiana Gospel Music Association Gospel Concert, 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, More than 30 gospel music artists perform in a homecoming-style setting with featured singer-songwriter Jim Hill, composer of “What a Day That Will Be.” Followed by Jim Hill and IGMA artists. $10. Call (317) 856-6055.

Gospel House Coffee House at Christ Lutheran Church,345 N. Kitley Ave. Christian Songwriters in the Round, 7:30 to 10 p.m. June 13. Call (317) 357-8596.

Unity Church of Indianapolis,907 N. Delaware St. Cliff Rubin, 6 p.m. June 13. Visit www.cliffrubinmusic.com for more information. Donations accepted. Call (317) 635-4066.

Central Christian Church,923 Jackson St., Anderson. POD Meeting: Christian Women’s Fellowship No. 7, 6 p.m. Monday, Power of Discipleship monthly meeting. Free.

St. Luke’s United Methodist Church,100 W. 86th St. Business and Professional Exchange, North chapter, 7 a.m. Monday, Free. Call (317) 252-9947 or visit www.bpeindy.org.

St. Christopher Episcopal Church,1402 W. Main St., Carmel. Celebrate Me Home Weekend Celebration, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Final day of weekend events to celebrate the consecration of a new worship space. Rite One worship service in the new sanctuary at 8 a.m. Preview of the sanctuary and open house will be from 4:30 to 6 p.m. The dedication and consecration service at 6 p.m. Dessert reception follows the evening service. Free (canned-food donation requested). Call Brenda Ekdahl, (317) 867-7639 or visit www.stchristopherscarmel.org.

Living Hope Church,11605 Pendleton Pike. Community Cookout and Open House, 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Food and games. Children may dress in swim wear. Tour of the new church available. Call Jennifer Torzewski, (317) 213-5221.

Mount Pleasant Christian Church Community Life Center,407 N. Bluff Road.

Raising the Bar: Fitness Class for Teenage Girls,1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, The church’s wellness ministry class is designed for eighth- to 10th-grade girls serious about athletic training. Sessions feature endurance and strength training along with mini-clinics on balanced diet. Fee includes a T-shirt and the book, “Do Hard Things.” $30. Call (317) 881-6727, ext. 238 or visit www.mpcc.info.

Summer Boot Camp — Intermediate-Advanced,5:15 to 6:15 a.m. Tuesday, First of eight sessions offered by the church’s wellness ministry. Participants need not be a member of the church to participate. Meets Tuesdays. $75. Call Penny Clayton, (317) 881-6727, ext. 238 or visit www.mpcc.info .

Summer Boot Camp: Beginner-Intermediate,5:15 to 6:15 a.m. Monday, First of eight sessions offered by the church’s wellness ministry Participants do not need to be a member of the Community Life Center to participate. Meets Mondays. $75.

St. Luke’s United Methodist Church,100 W. 86th St. Singles Volleyball, 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Games open to all skill levels. $2. Call (317) 745-2472.

The Pyramids,3500 DePauw Blvd. Indianapolis Hiking Club: Walk and Worship, 9 a.m. Sunday, Meet in parking lot for a four- to five-mile walk on paved, flat terrain at a speed of 3-3.5 mph. Followed by an optional 45-minute non-denominational and contemporary religious service inside Beef&Boards. Arrive 15 minutes early. Guests welcome. In the event of inclement weather, check with the leader. Call (317) 873-6526 or visit www.indyhike.org.

St. Christopher Episcopal Church,1402 W. Main St., Carmel. New Sanctuary Celebration, 7:45 a.m. Sunday, Rite One Worship Service, 7:45 a.m. Sanctuary preview, 4:30 to 6 p.m. Dedication and consecration of new sanctuary, 6 p.m. Dessert reception immediately following. Call (317) 846-8716.

Stratford at WestClay,2460 Glebe St., Carmel. Village of WestClay Worship, 3:30 p.m. Sunday, King of Glory Lutheran Church, Carmel, offers worship services on the first Sunday of the month. Stratford at WestClay is at Towne Road and 131st Street. Call (317) 846-1555.

Second Presbyterian Church,7700 N. Meridian St. (317) 253-6461.

Families Learn About and Practice Worshiping Together,9:30 a.m. Sunday, Families set aside two hours each Sunday to learn about and worship God. At 9:30 a.m., parents and children in Grades 15 learn about why one worships and how. Children navigate the intricacies of the worship bulletin, explore the architecture of worship space, learn the songs and prayers and respond to God’s word with offerings. Parents will learn about Parenting in the Pew. At 11 a.m., parents and children will have a chance to practice and experience what they have learned. Visit www.secondchurch.org or e-mail 2church@secondchurch.org.

biWelcome Baby Ministry Parents Playground Events,/i/b 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Baby Ministry Team prepares and deliver meals to families that recently had a new baby. Also, it provides a social atmosphere and support to the new parents. Any parent staying home with kids is welcome. Bring snacks and little ones.

bSt. Athanasius Byzantine Catholic Church,/b 1117 Blaine Ave. Paraklis, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Ancient healing ceremony celebrated by the early disciples of the ancient Christian church, this petition to the mother of God to intercede predates the holy rosary. The ceremony includes seven healing Gospel readings with seven healing prayers, the anointing of the sick, laying of hands and Holy Communion. Confession is available upon request. Friends or family members may come in proxy for those unable to attend. Call (317) 632-4157 or visit www.r-fol.com/st.athanasius.>

bSt. John AME Church,/b 1669 Columbia Ave. St. John A.M.E. Ecumenical Pentecost Service, 4 p.m. Sunday, Experience the Pentecost through singing, dancing, teaching and preaching. With pastor Robert E. Kennedy, St. Peter’s A.M.E. Church,North Charleston, S.C. Call (317) 924-4044.

bGeist Apostolic Church,/b 8750 N. Hancock County 500 West, McCordsville. Guest Preacher from India, 7:30 p.m. Friday, Brother Abraham brings news from India, preaches and sings. Call (317) 485-5522 or visit www.geistapostolicchurch.embarqm....

bDromtonpa Buddhist Center,/b 6018 N. Keystone Ave. Sunday Morning Prayers for World Peace, 10 to 11:15 a.m. Sunday, Alexis Salaman offers inspirational talk, special prayers and meditation. $5. Call (317) 374-5281.

bIndianapolis Center for Congregations,/b 303 N. Alabama St., Suite 100. Web 2.0 Bistro: A Social Networking Luncheon Series: Using Twitter in Your Congregation, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, First of three sessions that can be taken individually or together. Leading this session by video conference is Monique Cuvelier, CEO of Talance, an organization specializing in Web sites and Web 2.0 tools. Wireless internet access is available at all three sessions. Bring a laptop for a hands-on experience. Registration required. $10, for all three sessions $25. Call (317) 237-7799 or visit www.centerforcongregations.org.

bVineyard Community Church,/b 512 S. Madison Ave., Greenwood. Celebrate Recovery, 6 p.m. Fridays. 6 p.m. Friday. Christian 12-step program for recovery from life’s hurts, habits and hang-ups. Dinner at 6 p.m.; teachings and small groups from 7 to 9 p.m. $3 dinner. Call (317) 882-8463.

bChristian Theological Seminary Counseling Center,/b 1050 W. 42nd St. Pre-Marital Prep Group, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Counseling for couples preparing to marry. Includes learning to connect emotionally. Based on the book Hold Me Tight by Susan Johnson. $50 for five sessions. Visit www.cts.edu.

bSouthport Heights Christian Church,/b 7154 McFarland Road. Respite Service for Parents, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Monthly service will be supervised and directed by Roxie Martin, a registered nurse who specializes in care for special needs children. Children who are deaf, autistic, have tracheotomies, G buttons or other physical disabilities are welcome. Due to limited space, an application and interview process is required. Call Dave Soucie, (317) 783-7714, ext. 15.

bVictory Christian Center,/b 10703 E. 30th St. Christian 12-Step Class, 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Weekly class for men and women struggling with drugs and alcohol. Call (317) 926-0578.

bFirst Presbyterian Church,/b 200 W. Jefferson St., Tipton. Single Mothers Support Group, 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Meets the second Monday of the month. Dinner provided. Babysitters available. Hosted by First Presbyterian Health Ministry Program. Registration required. Call (317) 675-4599.

bFirst United Methodist Church,/b 2051 E. Monument St., Noblesville. Broadway-style Variety Show, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Broadway show for adults and children. $7, ages 3-12 $3. Call (317) 773-2500.

bGinkgo Tree Spa and Salon,/b 105 First Ave. N.W., Carmel. Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Buddhism, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Teacher Alexis Salaman will present Creating A Sacred Space. $10. Call (317) 844-6546 or visit www.meditation-indianapolis.org.

bDromtonpa Buddhist Center,/b 6018 N. Keystone Ave. (317) 374-5281.

biEverything You Ever Wanted to Know About Buddhism (But Didn’t Have the Karma to Ask),/i/b 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Resident teacher: Alexis Salaman. Topic: Creating a Sacred Space. $10.

biMeditation Drop-In Class,/i/b noon to 12:45 p.m. Thursday, Resident teacher Alexis Salaman presents the lunchtime class ofrelaxation and breathing meditation. Participants may bring lunch. $10. Visit www.meditation-indianapolis.org.

biPrayers for World Peace,/i/b 10 to 11:15 a.m. Wednesday, Learn to increase and maintain a happy, positive mind. The class offers inspirational talk, specialprayers and meditation. $5.

bHealing Arts Indy,/b 805 S. Meridian St. Downtown Drop-In Classes, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Resident teacher Alexis Salaman presents the series Everything You Wanted to Know About Buddhism. Class is Learning to Get Close to Others. $10. Call (317) 255-7811 or visit www.meditation-indianapolis.org.