What's Up in Wells County

Science Central adds hours on Saturdays
Each Saturday during March, April and May Science Central will remain open until 9 p.m. That is an additional four hours.
Admission is $7 for children over age three and adults. Children under age three are free. For more informatio call 260-424-2400 or log onto: www.sciencecentral.org.

Drama Club running through May 25
The Boys and Girls Club will sponsor a Drama Club from March 2 through May 25 from 4:45 to 6:30 p.m. for those age 10 through 12.
The club is located at 1410 Wayne Street. For more information call 824-1570.

B&G Club soccer will go through April 30
The Boys and Girls Club will offer soccer with Aldo from March 3 to April 30.
Those in grades first through third will practice from 5 to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays. Those in grades fourth through sixth will practice on Thursdays from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
The club is located at 1410 Wayne Street. For more information call 824-1570.

Computer tech will help through April 14
Austin the geek! He is the computer tech every Tuesday for those ages six through nine from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Club at 1410 Wayne Street, Bluffton.
For more information call 824-1570.

Smart Moves to meet every Wednesday
Smart Moves will meet every Wednesday from 4 to 5 p.m. from March 4 through April 22, 2009 at the Boys and Girls Club in Bluffton.
Smart Moves is for those ages 13 to 18. For more information call 824-5070.

Smart Girls to meet every Wednesday
Smart Girls will meet from 5 to 6 p.m. every Wednesday from March 4 through April 22 at the Boys and Girls Club in Bluffton.
Smart Girls is for those ages eight through 12. For more information call 824-5070.

Port-a-Pit Chicken sale tonight at Wal-Mart
The Wells Community Boys and Girls Club will sponsor a Port-a-Pit Chicken sale Friday, March 27 at the Wal-Mart parking lot in Bluffton.
Cost is $6 per half chicken. A dinner, which includes chicken, Pit-Tatoes, applesauce and drink, is $12. Additional Pit-Tatoes is $4. For more information call 824-5070.

St. Aloysius fish fry slated for this evening
The St. Aloysius Fish Fry will be held Friday March 27 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. The menu includes Country Chef’s all you can eat fish, scalloped potatoes or chips, coleslaw or applesauce, roll, dessert and beverage. Cost is $8.50 for adults, $4.50 for children ages six through 11 and free for those age five and younger.Carryout is $8.
St. Aloysius is located on State Road 1, immediately south of the I-469 interchange.

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 tonight 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.

Garage sale at Celina will be held April 2-7
The Senior Citizen Center in Celina will sponsor a garage sale April 2 through April 7 at 217 Riley St., Celina, just north of the swimming pool.
Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the week, Thursday evenings until 7 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. For more information call 419-586-1644.

Thursday night bingo slated April 2, 9, 16, 23
The South West Conservation Club, located at 5703 Bluffton Road, will sponsor Thursday Night Bingo April 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30.
Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. Warm-ups will begin at 6 p.m. Regular Bingo will start at 7 p.m.
For more information call 260-747-4677.

Southern Sound at Gospel Barn April 4
Southern Sound will open the new season at the Gospel Barn, 3550 South State Road 1, Bluffton, on Saturday, April 4. This talented group from Nashville, TN is comprised of five men who are determined to revive that polished style of quartet singing that first became popular in the 50’s and 60’s. Southern Sound not only sounds great but they have a powerful and inspiring testimony.
Doors open at 6 p.m. with pre-concert music by CC Trio at 7 p.m. and the concert at 7:30. Admission is $5 for adults with children 12 and under free. A love offering will be taken. Concessions are available also.

Zanesville Lions Club
Easter Egg Hunt April 4
Zanesville Lions Club free Easter Egg Hunt, for children age 0-14, will be held rain or shine at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 4, at the Zanesville Lions Community Park.
Following the hunt, there will be kids' games inside the building. Tickets cost 25 cents each with a prize every time.
For additional information, call 638-4327.

Mushroom program offered on April 4
The Upper Wabash Interpretive Services is gearing up for the mushroom season with a program Saturday, April 4 from 9:30 a.m. to noon.
The program will include an informative talk, taste of mushroom bread and a hike to scout for mushroom habitat clues. Participants will also receive a book. Cost is $10 per person. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required by calling 260-468-2127.

Tri Kappa's Game and Trivia Night is April 4
Tri Kappa will host a Game and Trivia night Saturday, April 4 from 7 to 10 p.m. at Camelot in Vera Cruz. The location is being donated by owners Don and Mary Ann Bricker.
Join friends for an evening of Wii, cards and trivia. All-you-can-eat appetizers and cash bar will be provided. Door prizes will be awarded and a silent auction of donated items will be available.
Tickets are $10 per person from a committee member or by calling Jackie Chaney at 824-5277 or Patty Makowski at 273-0359. Proceeds go to funding for charity, culture and educational needs in the community.

Health fair at Asbury will be held April 4
Three churches will sponsor a health fair Saturday morning, April 4, in southern Wells County.
The Asbury Chapel United Methodist Church, 8013W-1100S-90, Montpelier, will host the event from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Also sponsoring the health fair are the Dillman United Brethren Church and the McNatt United Methodist Church.
Those attending can receive free height and weight checks, blood pressure checks, body mass index checks, and blood sugar checks (for those who have fasted). Free fecal occult blood testing will also be available.
Other tests will also be available for a fee. Free information on a number of health issues will also be available.
Participating organizations include Heritage Pointe, Bluffton Regional Medical Center, Blackford Community Hospital, Marion General Hospital, Northeast Indiana Hospice, the Panos Free Clinic, and the Hester Hollis Center.

3-D Archery Shoot will be held April 5 and 19
The South West Conservation Club, located at 5703 Bluffton Road, will sponsor a 3-D Archery Shoot April 5 and April 19, 2009 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For more information call 260-747-4677.

Fish, tenderloin supper slated for April 3 and 17
The South West Conservation Club, located at 5703 Bluffton Road, will sponsor a fish and tenderloin supper April 3 and April 17 from 5 to 7 p.m. For more information call 260-747-4677.

Women in Transition Series April 9, 16, 23, 30
Women's Enterprise will sponsor “Women in Transition Series” Thursday April 9, 16, 23 and 30 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Ivy Tech Coliseum Campus, 3800 N. Anthony Blvd., Fort Wayne.
Cost is $30 per class or $110 for the four-class series. To register call Jo Ellen at 260-424-7977 or log onto: jpepple@womensenterprise.org.

The Dixie Melody Boys To Gospel Barn April 11
One of sospel music’s most popular quartets, the Dixie Melody Boys, will be featured at the Gospel Barn of Bluffton at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 11. The Dixie Melody Boys will share their unique, four-part harmony with those attending this special event.
To obtain additional information call 260-827-0362 or visit www.gospelbarnofbluffton.com.

Trap and Skeet shoot planned for April 12, 26
The South West Conservation Club, located at 5703 Bluffton Road, will sponsor a Trap and Skeet Shoot April 12 and 26 from 12:30 p.m. to close. For more information call 260-747-4677.

IFB's Spring Family Seminar set April 14
The Indiana Farm Bureau's District IV Spring Family Seminar will be held April 14 at the Lehman Park Pavillion at 212 Park Ave., Berne.
Registration will be held at 6 p.m. The welcome and table grace will take place at 6:30 p.m.
Helen Witte, District IV Woman Leader, will give the opening remarks and introductions. The program will be given by John and Jane Cheesewright of Vermillion County.
To reserve a spot by April 5, 2009 call Kim Barger at 260-565-3804 or email: bkbarger@adamswells.com.

Easter Bunny Express will roll on April 11
CONNERSVILLE — The Whitewater Valley Railroad will sponsor the Easter Bunny Express Saturday, April 11 for children and families to ride the train to Bunny Patch Sattion to visit the Easter Bunny.
Cost is $9 for ages two and older. The fare includes the round trip train ride and egg hunt for children ages eight and under.
The train will depart Connersville's Grand Central Station at 10 a.m., 12:01 p.m. and 2 p.m.
For more information call 765-825-2054 or log onto: www.whitewatervalleyrr.org.

Hunter Education Course April 13-15
The dates for the Hunter Education Course are April 13, 14 and 15 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Wells Community 4-H Building.
The course is offered at no charge. Instructors will be ICO Kenny Wireman, Darrell Reynolds, Mike and Jodi Pinkerton, Rich Falk, Rick Bergman and Tracy Myers.
For pre-registration and more information call 260-824-0692. Those under age 16 must be accompanied by a guardian. Attendance at all classes is required for certification.

Jackson Township H.S. alumni event is April 18
The annual Jackson Township High School alumni banquet will be held Saturday, April 18 at Southern Wells High School. Dinner will be at 6:30 p.m.
All former students, teachers and staff are welcome to attend the event. The classes of 1939, 1949 and 1959 will be honored.
For more information call Rosalie Couch at 260-694-6188 or Rita Blinn at 260-375-2395. Reservations are due by April 13, 2009.

Montpelier Lions Club Carnival will be April 18
Members of the Montpelier Lions Club, located at the corner of High and Jefferson Streets, will sponsor a Membership Drive Carnival Saturday, April 18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kids musts be accompanied by a parent.
There will be free games and prizes for kids. Food will also be available.

Children’s group to sing at Arts Place April 25
PORTLAND — The Colorado Children’s Chorale will perform at Arts Place’s Portland Center at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 25, 2009 at Hall-Moser Theatre as part of the Arts Place 2008-09 Performance Series, That’s Entertainment.
Arts Place’s Portland Center is located at 131 E. Walnut St., Portland. Tickets are $16 for adults and $8 for students. Group rates are available. Tickets are available at the box office, by phone at 260-726-4809, or online at www.artsland.org.

River Dance Company will present Stand
Finishing touches are being put on for the current production by the River Dance Company at the Family Life Center of Central Church at State Road 37 in Woodburn Saturday, May 2 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, May 3 at 6 p.m. The event is free. A free will offering will be taken.
Forty-six dancers, age five through adults from nearly 20 area churches will present “Stand," a combination of dance, testimony, music and lighting.
The church is located off I-469 at Exit 25. For more information call 260-466-2705 or log onto: www.RiverDanceCompany.org.

Annual CycleFest in Auburn on May 16
AUBURN — Some 1,200 motorcycles will roar into Auburn Saturday, May 16. The 13th annual event includes a parade through Auburn, a poker run, a Peoples' Choice Bike Show, a bike rodeo, a burn-out cage, and commercial vendors. Good food, a beer garden, and great music will be available.
The event will take place at the Kruse Auction Park, located east of I-69 at CR 11-A.
For additional information contact the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Festival at (260) 925-3600 or visit the www.acdfestival.org Web site.
The entry fee is $15/bike (including up to one passenger). Spectators are $5/person. Non-refundable pre-registrations accepted in the ACD Festival office through May 4.

Kid's Fishing Derbies will be held on June 6
Children ages two to 14 are welcome to participate in on of the Fishing Derbies at the three Upper Wabash Reservoirs — Roush Lake, Salamonie Lake, and Mississinewa Lake — June 6 during the statewide Free Fishing Weekend. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with fishing from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Award ceremonies will follow.
Children will be divided into age catagories two to five, six to 10 and 11 to 14. Each child will go home with a prize. Children should pre-register for the free events by callling 260-468-2127.

WILD training class will be held on June 20
The Upper Wabash Inerpretive Service will sponsor Project WILD training workshop from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 20 at Salamonie Reservoir's Interpretive Center. There is a $2 per person fee.
During the workshop home educators and leaders will take home two books full of well-researched and easy to use indoor and outdoor learning activities about wildlife and the environment to use with their youth.
For more information call 260-468-2127 or visit the www.dnr.in.gov/uwis Web site.

USS Maddox Destroyer Reunion is Sept. 9-13
The USS Maddox Destroyer Assoc. Reunion (DD-168, DD-622 and DD731) will be held Sept. 9 through Sept. 13, 2009 at Phoenix, Ariz.
For more information call Cliff Gillespie at 2118 Hines Road, Jennings, LA 70546 or call 337-616-8450 or email: cwgilles45@aol.com.

Annual ACD Festival will be held Sept. 3-7
The Auburn Cord Duesenberg Festival, the World’s Greatest Classic Car Show and Celebration, is scheduled for Sept. 3 through 7.
Festival activities include GuitarFest, a garage tour, the Hoosier Tour, a downtown cruise-in with 600-plus vehicles, the "Sundaes on Friday" ice cream social, the Kid’s Art tent, a kiddy tractor pull, the Kruse Collector Car Auction, a Night Parade, two Antique Shows, an Arts and Crafts Show, a Downtown Historical Tour, Cemetery Tour, Mascot Olympics and much more.
For additional information or to receive your free schedule of events with a complete list of all events, contact the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Festival at (260) 925-3600 or www.acdfestival.org.