What's Up! May 23, 2013

River Terrace Car Show May 25

River Terrace Estates on State Road 116, east of Bluffton will sponsor a River’s Edge Car Show and Family Fun Day Saturday, May 25 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m For more information call 273-0535.

Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony May 27 in Fort Wayne

The public is welcome to support the Allen County Council of Veterans during the annual Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum on Monday, May 27.

The parade, which begins at the corner of Parnell Ave. and State Blvd., will start at approximately 11 a.m. and end at the Coliseum. After the parade, there will be a Memorial Day ceremony just outside of the Coliseum’s Memorial Hall.

Additionally, the Allen County Council of Veterans will hold their annual Watchfire event from 9 p.m. on Friday, May 24 until 9 p.m. on Saturday, May 25 at the Veterans Memorial Shrine, located at 2122 O’Day Road, Fort Wayne.

For more information about the Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony, as well as, the Watchfire event, contact Allen County Council of Veterans c/o Craig Savage at (260) 747-2977 or via email atpatricia.allison1@frontier.com.

Youth Ranch Charity Benefit and Horse Development Clinic June 5

Dare to Dream Youth Ranch will be sponsor a fundraiser benefit dinner and horse behavioral clinic, conducted by Four-Star Certified Horse Development Specialist, Ryan Rose. The event will be held on Wednesday, June 5, from 6-9 p.m., at Manasseh Stables, in Roanoke.  

The event is open to the public and aimed at novices and experienced riders alike, as well as supporters of the Ranch’s cause. Admission is $10 and children 12 and under attend free. Parking is also free, as is a dinner, provided by the Dare to Dream staff. 

Next Generation begins June 6

C&C Bible Fellowship will begin the NEW Next Generation Thursday, June 6 at 7 p.m. at 4383 S.,  150 E. in Berne. They will meet each Thursday evening.  The program will be made up of upcoming high school juniors and seniors, and college-age young adults. This program is designed for attendee participation. 

Meet your Merchants Day in Montpelier June 8

Montpelier will sponsor Meet your Merchants Day Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Area businesses will be out to meet and greet the public. 

There will be food vendors, a Cookie walk and music. A petting Zoo will be located by Edward Jones. Representatives of the Blackford County animal shelter will be on hand to answer any questions. The Lions Club will be open with food. Kiwanis members will be selling $1 hot dogs, The Farmers Market will be open  on the corner of Main and Huntington. The Civic Center will be open for tours. The American Legion Past Presidents and Auxiliary will be selling baked steak and a bake sale at the legion post on the corner of Green and Main Streets. Call Renda at 728-2246.

Great Lakes Nations Gathering June 8

The 10th Annual Gathering of Great Lakes Nations, hosted by National Center for Great Lakes Native American Culture, Inc., will be held June 8 and 9 at the Tri-State Antique Gas Engine Association grounds, 1010 Morton Street in Portland. There will be Native American singers, dancers, foods and vendors, a pre-1840 camp, free children’s activities and artisan demonstrations. 

Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 8 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 9. Admission: $4, children under 12 free and a maximum of $15 per carload.

Bluffton Farmer’s Market tonight and Saturday

The Farmer’s Market is open at the Dutch Mill Plaze (Main Street at the bridge) on Wednesdays from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon.

Current features include: bedding and garden plants, fresh baked foods and frozen meats, hand crafted and woodworking products and more. (Pd. Advt.)

BHS Class of 2003 reunion June 1

The Bluffton High School Class of 2003 will hold their 10 year class reunion Saturday, June 1 from noon to 5 p.m.at Washington Park pavilion.

Hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks will be provided. Those attending should bring a dish to share. Cost is $5 per adult. The event is free for kids.

There will also be a gathering for adults only that evening at the Stag Bar in Bluffton beginning at 8 p.m.

Those wishing to attend the reunion during the day can send money to: Bluffton Parks Department, attn: Pam Vanderkolk, 128 E. Market St., Bluffton, IN 46714.

For more information call Sammi at 260-353-9709.

C&C Next Generation begins June 6

C&C Bible Fellowship will begin the NEW Next Generation Thursday, June 6 at 7 p.m. at 4383 S.,  150 E. in Berne. They will meet each Thursday evening. 

The program will be made up of upcoming high school juniors and seniors, and college-age young adults. This program is designed for attendee participation. 

Annual Ossian garage sale day June 15

The 8th annual Ossian town wide garage sale will be held Saturday, June 15, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free garage sale is open to all residents of Ossian and the surrounding area. To be included in the flier, register on-line at ossiantownmanager@comcast.net or via the drop box at the Town Hall by 5 p.m. June 7. Each ad must be limited to 20 words.

A list of garage sale locations with your advertisements and maps will be posted on the Town of Ossian website at www.ossianin.com and in a brochure that will be available for pick up in local businesses and the Town Hall.

The Revitalization Committee is offering reusable garage sale signs for $3.50 that can be purchased at the Town Hall and Do-It-Best Hardware. 

You are welcome to erect your own signs; however, remember that hanging signs on utility poles is illegal and subject to fines.

Annual Ossian trash pickup June 22

The Ossian town wide trash pickup will begin at 6 a.m. Saturday, June 22. The drop-off site for electronic recycling is the Ossian Town Hall from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call 622-4251 with any questions.

What's Up Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Exchange student hosts needed

World Heritage Student Exchange Program, a public benefit organization, is seeking local host families for high school students from over 30 countries.

Couples, single parents and families with and without children in the home are encouraged to host. 

For more information call 1-800-888-9040 or email to: info@world-heritage.org or log onto the website at: www.hosts.com

AC Schools to start Memory Garden

Adams Central Community Schools is creating a Memorial Gardent for people that have passed away while a student at Adams Central. All names collected will be put on a wall plaque which will be permanently presented in the memorial garden.

Anyone who knows of a family member or a friend who passed away while a student at the school can call 260-692-6193. Adams Central is looking for names starting in 1950 to the current year of 2013. Names will be taken between May 16 and June 14.

Garage sale at Swiss Village May 23

Swiss Village will sponsor a garage sale Thursday, May 23 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the auditorium. 

Items for sale include bedding, purses, clothing, fabric, home furnishings, and more. Everything will be sold at bargain prices! 

The proceeds from the sale will go towards funding Swiss Village’s activity department.

For more information call 260-589-3173.

Montpelier library book sale June 1

The Montpelier Friends of the Library will hold a Book Sale Saturday, June 1 from 9 a.m. to noon duing the city wide garage sales.

Small Fruit Seminar June 1

Ricky Kemery, Purdue Horticulture Extension Educator for Allen County, will be offer a seminar on growing small fruit on Saturday, June 1 at the Allen County Extension office.  He will discuss growing fruit such as strawberries, raspberries, currents, and grapes. The seminar begins at 10 a.m. To reserve a spot call 260-481-6427. Space is limited. Free parking is available at the office located on the IPFW campus.

Chicks Run June 6

The Bluffton Parks Department will sponsor a 5K just for women on Bluffton’s River Greenway Thursday, June 6 at 7 p.m.  There will be refreshments, prizes and awards. 

There will be clock to know individual times, but awards will go to winners in fun categories including: Craziest outfit, Best t-shirt slogan, First mom/daughter team, Largest girlfriend team and more.Cost is $5 per person or $15 per person with a t-shirt. Download a registration form.  at: http://www.ci.bluffton.in.us/

A few swim lesson openings left

The Parks Department has a few openings for summer swim lessons. Call 824-6069 for details. Cost is $5.50 per child. 

Cooking classes start June 6

The Bluffton Parks and Recreation Department has scheduled a variety of cooking classes this summer.

The following classes have a few openings left for adults and youth over 15 years old.  Each class is $10 due that day.  Call 824-6069 to register, space is limited.  All classes are held at the Bluffton Middle school Culinary Arts Room (enter door #9).

Thursday, June 6: Cooking with Spices from 6-7:30 p.m.                         

Thursday, June 13: Homemake Pasta from 6 to 8 p.m.

Thursday, June 20: Fine Desserts from 6 to 8 p.m.

Arts Place Offering Music Class for Infants and Toddlers

Arts Place is currently accepting registrations for the parent-child music class, First Steps in Music, at its Portland Center located at 131 East Walnut Street in Portland. Classes will meet weekly on Wednesday mornings from June 12 through July 17. Registration deadline is Wednesday, June 6. Cost is $45 plus a one-time $15 materials fee.  Scholarships are available for those with financial need. For more information contact Arts Place at 260-726-4809, emailheidib@artsland.org or visit www.artsland.org.

Apple Dumpling Fundraiser in Zanesville June 9

The Zaneville Lions Club will sponsor an Apple Dumpling Fundriaser Sunday, June 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the ballpark.

Cost is $2 each. Carmel toppping is included. To pre-order call 260-638-4327. Dumplings may be purchased the day of the event. The ballpark is located at 3088 W. Van Horn Street. Proceeds will go toward the upkeep of the Lions Community Park.

Youth Track Meet June 11

A Youth Track Meet will be held Tuesday, June 11 from  5-7 p.m. at the Bluffton High School Stadium.  The event is Open to boys and girls ages five to 14. Cost is $1 per event. 

Events include: 50-m dash, 100-m dash, 200-m dash, 400-m dash, 800-m run, 1600-m run, long jump and high jump.

Ribbons will be awarded to all participants. To pre-register call 824-6069.