March winds down, but activities gear up

Chicken sale Saturday will benefit ministry
A Port-a-Pit chicken sale has been scheduled from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m Saturday, March 28, at Wal-Mart.
Proceeds will go towards the Community Christian Children's Ministry.

Family Day set March 28 at Life Church
The Wells Community Boys and Girls Club will sponsor a Family Day Saturday, March 28 in the overflow parking lot at Life Community Center in Bluffton from There will be a $10 entry fee.
Registration from noon to 1 p.m. Show from 1 to 4 p.m. Awards are from 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Activities include food, games, moonwalk, 50/50 raffle, prizes, trophies and more. The event is sponsored by Joker 13 Cycles. For more information call 824-5070.

Mt. Zion fish supper offered on Saturday
A fish, chicken and tenderloin supper by Dan's Fish Fry will be held from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 28, at the Twin Bridge Conservation Club in Mt. Zion.
Tickets at the door are $8 for adults, $4.50 for children, ages six through 12 and free for those ages five and younger.
The clubhouse is located at 6374S., 600W. in Wells County. Carryouts will be available.

Spaghetti supper set Saturday in Warren
The Warren United Church of Christ will sponsor a spaghetti supper Saturday, March 28, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Knight Bergman Center in Warren. Carry-outs will be available.
The menu will include spaghetti, the famous meat sauce, tossed salad, garlic bread and homemade pies and cake. Carryouts are available by calling 260-37503550.
All proceeds will benefit future projects of the church.

Paws to Read program slated at Markle library
Huntington City-Township Public Library sponsors spring PAWS-TO-READ programs
The Huntington City-Twp. Public Library in Markle will sponsor the spring Paws-to-Read Program.
The mission is to improve the literacy skills of children with the assistance of registered canine reading companions in a fun and relaxed environment. Children ages six through 12 will participate in one-on-one sessions in which they practice reading aloud to trained therapy dogs. Research with therapy animals indicates that children with low self-esteem are often more willing to interact with an animal than another person. Even more, they are inclined to forget about their limitations.
Dates for the program at Markle will be Markle on Saturdays only, March 28, April 4 and April 18, at 197 East Morse St.
For more information call the Markle library branch at 260-758-3332. Space is limited and registration is required. There is no charge for this program.

Italian Night March 30 at St. Joseph's Church
St. Joseph Catholic Church will sponsor an all-you-can-eat Italian Night Monday, March 30 from 4 to 7 p.m. at 1300 N. Main in Bluffton.
Available will be spaghetti with meat sauce and chicken fettuccine alfredo. Adult meal will include two bread sticks, a salad, drink and dessert. A child meal will include one bread stick, a salad, drink and dessert. Cost is $7 for adults, $4 for children ages six through 12 and free for those under age five. All you can eat avaiable for eat in only. Carry outs will be available.

Ossian Gardening Club will gather March 31
The crocus are blooming - can spring be far behind? Anyone who is a gardener, or would like to learn more about gardening, please plan to attend an informational meeting to determine if enough interest can be generated in the Ossian area for a monthly garden club. Bring ideas and willingness to share Tuesday, March 31 at 6:30 p.m. at the Brew-Ha in Ossian.
First meeting will be short and informal to determine how those interested would like to proceed. Those unable to attend this kick-off meeting, but are still interested, please contact Carol Riley at 622-9963.