What's Up in Wells County

Children's Day Camp Dec. 29-31
Natural New Year Children's Day Camp will be held at Salamonie Reservoir for children ages seven to 11 Dec. 29 through Dec. 31 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
There will be fun learning about nature and winter. There will be a theme for each day. Children will learn about squirrels, the winter night's sky and a natural New Year's celebration. The will even make a mini-planetarium and learn safe shooting skills with a bow and arrow.
The camp will feature indoor and outdoor activities, movie time, snacks, crafts and games.
For more information or to sign up call 260-468-2127. Cost is $30 per child. A payment of $15 is required at registration.

Memory Exhibit now through Jan. 4 at Science Central
Science Central is currently hosting their new traveling exhibit entitled “Memory” now through Jan. 4, 2009.
There will be interactive exhibits showing everything from a demonstration of the firing of a single neuron in the brain to recalling childhood memories to witnessing actual brain dissections through video.
For more information call 260-424-2400.

Fire Proof movie to be shown Dec. 31 at Living Faith
The hit movie “Fire Proof” will be shown New Year's Eve, Dec. 31, 2008 at 4 and 6 p.m. at Living Faith Missionary Church.
The public is welcome to attend the free event. The whole family is welcome. Nursery service will be available. There will also be games for the kids.
The church is located on State Road 1, north of Ossian. For more information call 260-622-6820 or 260-622-7103.

Thursday Night Bingo Dec. 31
Thursday Nigh Bingo will be played Thursday, Dec. 11, 18 and 31 at South West Conservation Club, Inc. It is open to the public.
Doors open at: 4:30 p.m. Warm-ups start at: 6 p.m. Regular Bingo starts at: 7 p.m.
Note: 31 December is our special "Bingo in the New Year" Event.
The club is located at 5703 Bluffton Road. For more information call 260-747-4677.

New Year's Eve Snoozeum at Science Central
Ring in the New Year at Fort Wayne's party just for kids at Science Central Dec. 31.
During the New Year's Eve Snoozeum kids will make noisemakers and arty favors for the countdown to midnight. They will enjoy pizza and liquid nitrogen ice cream during a late-night movie then snooze among the exhibits at Science Central into the wee hours of New Year's Day.
A continental breakfast will start the new year right.
The event is for children ages 7 to 15. No parents are allowed! Cost is $50 per child.
For more information call 260-424-2400, ext. 451 or visit the web at www.sciencecentral.org.

Adams County National Bird Count Jan. 1
Members of the Cardinal Bird Club will hold the National Christmas Bird Count for Adams County Jan. 1 from dawn to dusk.
Compilers will be Earlene Moser of Berne and Larry Parker of Decatur.

Boys & Girls Club open after school beginning Jan. 5
Beginning Monday, Jan. 5, 2009 the Wells Community Boys and Girls Club will be open Monday through Thursday from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Members will receive a hearty after school snakc, however, the club will no longer be serving dinner.
The club will be closed on Fridays.

Salamonie Senior Lunch Jan. 5
Individuals age 50 and older are invited to attend the Jan. 5th Seniors' Lunch at the Salamonie Interpretive Center to learn about the upcoming 50th anniversary of the Peru Amateur Circus.
The program will begin with a meal at 12:30 p.m. The meat dish will be provided. Seniors should bring a dish to share, their own table service and $1 donation to help defray the cost of the provided meat dish. Staff from the Circus City Festival at Peru will share images and information about the July event.
To register call 260-468-2127 or visit the center at 3691 S. New Holland Road, Andrews, IN.

Eagle Watch at Salamonie Jan. 17
The Salamonie Bird Club and guests will hold an eagle watching field trip Jan. 17 from 9 a.m. to noon or later.
Those attending should meet at the Salamonie Interpretive Center in the Lost Bridge West Recreation Area. People will car pool and travel along the Wabash and Mississinewa Rivers near Peru to look for eagles.
Fill up your tank for a trip of more than 30 miles. Bring snacks, sack lunches and drinks to join th e group. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars. The trip will last until noon. If you need to leave early, please drive separately or with a group who plans to do the same.
For more information call 260-468-2127.

Hoagland Pancake & Sausage Brunch Jan. 25
Hoagland Area Advancement Association will sponsor a Pancake and Sausage Brunch Sunday, Jan. 25, 2008.
Served will be sausage, all you can eat pancakes and drinks at the Hoagland Park Pavilion located at 11320 Hoagland Road from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $6 for adults, $2.50 for children ages six through 12 and free for those under age five.
All proceeds will go to support Hoagland Park as well as donating to the Hoagland EMS and Fire Department. Funds will be matched by Thrivent. For more information call 260-417-7911.

Antique Arms Show Feb. 21
Conner Longrifles will present the 26th annual Antique Arms Show Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds Exhibition Center in Noblesville, just west of Highway 37 on Pleasant Street. Admission is $5.
For more information call Heber Cassidy at 317-773-8690.

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.

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.

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, 2009.

Boys & Girls Club has a website
The Wells Community Boys and Girls Club now has a website to check out to see what the club offers area youth. The website is: www.wellsbgc.com.
In addition the club will be closed on the following dates: Dec. 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 2008, Jan. 1 and Jan. 2, 2009
For more information call 824-5070.

New poetry contest open
A $1,000 grand prize is being offered in a new poetry contest sponsored by Friendly Poets Guild. There are 50 prizes in all, totaling $4,500.
To enter, send one poem of 21 lines or less to: Free Poetry Contest, 10499 Mills Tower Dr., Suite 35, Rancho Cordova, Calif. 95670.
To enter online at www.friendlypoets.com. The deadline is Jan. 21, 2009. Those who want a winners list needs to enclose a stamped return envelope.