Mecca A.R.A.B.S.

 

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The Mecca Wabash Township Graded School was originally built in 1901. In 1910 and 1923 additions were added to make it one of the biggest schools in Parke County. It housed grades 1 through 12 until 1963 when the high school was consolidated. For a few years high school students could choose either Montezuma or Rockville High School to attend. Eventually all high school students from Mecca were sent to Montezuma. In 1986 the new Riverton Parke High School was opened and all high school students from Montezuma, Mecca, Rosedale and Bridgeton attended the new school. The doors were closed on the Mecca School that year and elementary students were taken to Rosedale until the addition to the Montezuma School was completed. The school has been used as a community center since then and has been used for many things. The building is now in dire need repairs and up keep, the Mecca A.R.A.B.S. are attempting to raise money in various ways. To be a part of this organization contact the email address on our home page.



News from the A.R.A.B.S.

EVENTS IN 2010

March 12—Chili Cook Off (5:00-8:00 pm)—Do you like chili? Then this is an opportunity you cannot let pass by. Come join the fun. You will get a chance to taste several different samples of chili and then vote for your favorite. Prizes will be awarded for the top rated entries. This should be a real chili lover’s paradise.

March 24—Casino Trip—Plans are well under way for the Casino trip to Hoosier Park in Anderson, IN. Cost is $40/person, but you will get $20 back ($10 for meal and $10 for gambling). Bus seats are filling up fast so make sure you reserve your seat soon. For reservations call Madonna Babyak or Judy Wilson.

June 12—Mecca Community Fun Day—An all day fun day event will be held at the baseball diamond. Games, contests, sack races, softball games and all types of fun activities will be available for the entire family Local bands will provide some good music as well. Plan to join the activities for the whole day or for just a few hours.

Spring & Summer Baseball Leagues— Play Ball! Whether you are a participant or just want to relax for a few hours, come join the excitement at one of the many softball games that will be played this year. The newly renovated ball park looks terrific, there is plenty of parking, good bleachers, and great food to sample anytime.

August 12—McDonalds Fund Raiser—From 5:00 to 8:00 pm McDonald’s in Clinton, IN will donate 10% of their income to the non-profit group working during that time. Come join other ARAB/Alumni volunteers as we clean off tables and greet customers as we tell them about the ARAB group, its mission and activities. Please join us to help out.

August 14—Annual Mecca Car Show— Show will be held at the Mecca Covered Bridge. Dash plaques for first 50 entries plus a variety of other awards given at 6:30 pm. Food, Refreshments and Entertainment plus a Community Yard Sale. Cost: $8.00 in advance or $10 day of show. All Cars, Trucks and Motorcycles Welcome. No Alcoholic Beverages allowed.

September 11— Annual Mecca ARABS Bowl-A-Thon—Event starts at 12 Noon at Paradise Bowl in Clinton, IN. Each team of five to donate/collect a minimum of $25 each. Opportunity to win door prizes. Call Madonna Babyak at 765-569-6143 for more details.

September-Casino Trip—Watch for more details on this great trip. It is always a favorite.

October 9 - Mecca School Homecoming—As usual, this will be a full day. Plan to take in all the activities. More detailswill be available in the fall newsletter.

October 9-17—Parke County Covered Bridge Festival— The shack will be on the square in Rockville and the Historical Society will have their tent set up at the old Covered Bridge near Mecca.

Oct. 22-23 & 29-30—Haunted House—If you dare, take a trip through the most spectacular haunted house you have ever experienced. After your frightful tour of the haunted house, enjoy free popcorn, hot dogs, chips and drinks served in the gym. $8.00/person. Young children must be accompanied by an adult.

Watch for dates of times of additional new activities as plans are developed.



If you can work at any of these events please contact Ronnie Sanders, Frank Babyak, Jim Harper or Judy Wilson to volunteer or to make a donation. You can also email fbabyak@gmail.com.



  To join the A.R.A.B.S. please call Judy at 569-2705, Jim Harper at 569-6919, Madonna Babyak at 569-6143 or Frank Babyak at 569-5345. Everyone is welcome in our organization. COME ON AND JOIN THE FUN!!!!!!!!
More news later!!!!
If the school means anything to you please contact the email address on the homepage and volunteer your time or monetary donations to help.