84th Hoosier Salon Tour at CAC

Hoosier Salon Tour
Don't miss this year's display of Hoosier art works at the Arts, Commerce & Visitors Centre in Bluffton. This year's selection of 14 items will include one by Wells County artist Joel Fremion.
The exhibit will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., weekedays (until 7 p.m. on Thursdays) from Dec. 11 to 30. For more information call 824-5552


Doug Milligan at SA Senior Center Dec. 11
Doug Milligan will be performing at the South Adams Senior Center on Thursday, Dec. 11, at 7 p.m.
He will be play the trombone and share traditional favorites as well as a Medley of Christmas favorites.
Persons of all ages, and from all areas are invited to attend this event. A free will offering will be received

Marion Philharmonic Orchestra to present The Nutcracker Dec. 13
The Butler Ballet will join the Marion Philharmonic Orchestra in a presentation of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Ballet Saturday, Dec. 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the F. Ritchie Walton Performing Arts Center, Marion High School, 720 West 26th Street in Marion, Indiana.
Tickets are $18 for adults and $5 for students. For more information contact Mary Kirby at 765-662-8395.

Bethlehem Walk Dec. 13
TurnPointe Community Church of the Brethren will sponsor Bethlehem Walk Saturday, Dec. 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Markle Park Scout area.
The drama will depict the town of Bethlehem as it might have been on the night of Christ's birth. A cast of approximately 65 performers will bring history to life as they portray shepherds, innkeepers, Roman soldiers, merchants, a rabbi, government officials, the Holy family and more.
Admission is free. Donations are optional, but will be accepted to help defray expenses.
For more information call 260-758-2822.

Christmas Express Dec. 13
The Whitewater Valley Railroad have announced the 2008 Christmas Trains allowing three hours in Metamora will depart from Connersville Grand Central Station at 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6; and Saturday, Dec. 13. Advance reservations are required.
Cost is $25 for adults, $15 for children ages two to 12. Caboose rentals for private excursions on scheduled trains are available for $400 for a maximum of 20 guests.
All coaches are heated. For more information call 765-825-2054 or log onto: www.whitewatervalleyrr.org.

Live Interactive Nativity Walk Dec. 13 & 14
Come walk through Bethlehem and join the people of Southern Wells Community Church as they re-live the miracle of Christ's birth Saturday, Dec. 13 and Sunday, Dec. 14 from 6 to 8 p.m.
It will be located across from the Feed Mill in Montpelier at the corner of Windsor Street and Old 303 (follow signed from State Road 18).
Experience the inter-active nativity and enjoy hot cider and donut holes.

Senior Luncheon Dec. 17
The Senior Luncheon will be held at the South Adams Senior Center on Wednesday, Dec. 17 at noon.
The menu will consist of ham, cheesy potatoes, California blend vegetables, roll and butter, chocolate cake, lemonade and coffee.
Mike Wilson from the First Missionary Church will be furnishing the entertainment. December birthdays and anniversaries will be acknowledged and door prizes will be given away. The cost is $5 per person. The deadline to sign up is Monday, Dec. 15. Please call 589-8877 to register.

Walking exercise at Ossian Church
Ossian United Methodist Church will be open for walking exercise from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays. Public is welcome.

Perk Up Petroleum Meets on Tuesdays
Each Tuesday morning from 8 to 10 a.m. the Petroleum Church will be open serving coffee and snacks.
This is a time for friends and neighbors to relax and visit. The public is welcome to attend the weekly event.

Moms' Morning Out Each Thursday
Moms' Morning Out is for all mothers of infants and toddlers that is held each Thursday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Bluffton Regional Center's North Building (behind Walgreen's). Those attending need to enter on the north side of the building. There is no charge no is there any reservation needed.
This is a program designed and facilitated by Lynn Apple, BA, IBCLC with discussions about child discipline coping skills, breast feeding, health tips and any other subject that a mom might need to talk about. There is organized play and physical activity for toddlers and preschoolers thanks to many volunteers.
For more information call Lynne at 260-565-4543.

Memorial Honor Bricks for sale
Do you know a veteran or a special friend, loved one or family member who served in any war or who has a MIA or KIA or POW?
You can purchase a memorial brick in their name to be placed at the Korean War Era Veterans Memorial Honor Walkway Monument located on the grounds of the Veterans Shrine Memorial at 2122 O'Day Road, Fort Wayne.
For more information call Ron Barnhardt at 260-493-7569 or email: ronirmie@verizon.net.

Fundraiser at Covenant Christian School
Bluffton Covenant Christian School is collecting any metal or aluminum you may have for a fundraiser.
You can bring any donated items to the school at 3550 South State Road 1 and place behind the school building. Please be sure to remove any freon in the air-conditioners. This will be an ongoing fundraiser until this fall. For any questions, please call 824-1203.

Lifeway Church craft bazaar looking for vendors
Lifeway Wesleyan Church Holiday Craft Bazaar will be held Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 7722 Moeller Road, Fort Wayne.
Breakfast and lunch will be available, along with a cookie walk, homemade crafts and door prizes.
For booth reservations call Cindy at 260-639-6037 or the church at 749-9758.

Entertainment books for sale
The 2009 Entertainment books are available for purchase from Zanesville Lions club members. Cost is $20 each. The coupons and savings are good through November 2009. For more information or to purchase a book call 260-638-4237.
Proceeds go to the annual Zanesville Lions Christmas lighting prizes.

Learn cheerleading at Boys & Girls Club
Do you want to learn how to do stunts for cheerleading? The Wells Community Boys and Girls Club will have a stunting program available for kids to learn to do pyramids, tosses, lifts and much more. Girls will be taught by a high school cheerleader. For more information call Shaun Gray at 824-5070.

Cheese Balls available now for holidays
The famous Ossian Psi Iota Xi cheeseballs are now available for the holiday and ball game parties.
Cost is $6 each for plain or rolled in pecans. They can be purchased from any Ossian Psi Ote member or by calling Shirley at 260-639-6947 or Emmaline at 824-2005. They can also be purchased at the Ossian Deli and Ossian Hardware.


Cookbooks for sale
The Petroleum United Methodist Church will be selling church cookbooks for $10.
The cookbooks have over 275 great recipes.
If interested you may contact Jennifer Pursifull at 346-2029 or email jennifer1963@sbcglobal.net

Sigma Phi Gamma Black raspberry pies available
Sigma Phi Gamma Sorority is taking orders for black raspberry pies. The pies are oven ready and will be made on Saturday, Nov. 22. The price is $10.
Contact Mara Jo Williams 824-2229 to place your order. All proceeds from the pie project go to A Friend’s House.

Library staff to sell holiday recipe book
Five Hour Winter Stew…Cornbread Dressing…Sugar Cream Pie…Christmas Punch… The staff of the Wells County Public Library have shared their favorite dishes in the new 2008 Holiday Recipes cookbook. Perfect to keep or to give as stocking stuffers, the cookbook has 68 tried-and-true recipes that the staff members prepare for their own families for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Eve.
2008 Holiday Recipes are $3 each, or two for $5. Proceeds support the Wells County Public Library programming. Stop by the main library or Ossian Branch to pick up your copies while supplies last. For more information, call the library at 260-824-1612.

Master Gardeners looking for Garden Walk sites
Members of the Wells County Master Gardeners are looking for places to visit for the annual Garden Walk to be held in July of 2009.
Those with gardens do not have to be a master gardener themselves. They just need to have a unique flower garden to show. Locations need to be in Wells County and close to Bluffton.
Those interested in showing their gardens can contact Jim Gass by calling 260-638-4730 by Jan. 1, 200