Saturday, May 30
River Terrace Estates--Arlene Stoller playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, May 31
River Terrace Estates--Joshua Young and his sisters will sing; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Monday, June 1
Past Noble Grand Club--Corner Depot; 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 2
Cardinal Bird Club--4-H Park; 4:30 p.m. Meet under shelter house at south end of park.
Creative Quilter’s Guild--Country Creations, ½ mile south of 224 on 400W. at 6:30 p.m. The lesson will be presented by Carol Riley. Those interested in the bus trip to the NQA show in Columbus on June 20 will need to get their money to Kent Mick, treasurer. At this time there are still seats available for guests. The clothesline block will be Spinning Stars. Remember to bring back any background fabric from the challenge blocks because it is limited and this will allow others to participate in the challenge. Show and Tell, refreshments. Visitors welcome!!
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
Friday, May 29, 2009
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Be Creative
BE CREATIVE @ YOUR LIBRARY BEGINS JUNE 1ST -- This year’s Summer Reading Program features a variety of reading challenges and special artistic events for adults, teens and children at the Wells county Public Library. From art projects for kids, to adult workshops, teen crafts and an exciting video contest, there’s never been a better time to “Be creative @ your library”. Pictured (R-L): Library staff members Doris Jean Hoffer, Stephanie Davis, Liz Bayless, Susan Batdorff, Jennifer Martin, Vi Tester, Teresa Dustman, Meredythe Smith, Cindy Burchell. (Photo provided)
Salamonie Reservoir seniors picnic, June 1
Indiana DNR Release:
Individuals age 50 or older are invited to a seniors lunch, June 1, at the Salamonie Interpretive Center.
Kathy Holst of the Huntington City-Township Public Library will present a program titled “Save Your Brain.” The program features puzzles and exercises that can be used to keep your mind alert, while honing thinking skills.
The program begins at 12:30 p.m. A meat dish will be provided by Upper Wabash Interpretive Services (UWIS). Seniors should bring a dish to pass, their own table service, and $1 donation to help defray the cost of the provided meat dish.
Register by calling (260) 468-2127, or in person at the interpretive center.
Park entrance fees of $5 per vehicle for Indiana residents and $7 per vehicle for non-residents will apply.
Individuals age 50 or older are invited to a seniors lunch, June 1, at the Salamonie Interpretive Center.
Kathy Holst of the Huntington City-Township Public Library will present a program titled “Save Your Brain.” The program features puzzles and exercises that can be used to keep your mind alert, while honing thinking skills.
The program begins at 12:30 p.m. A meat dish will be provided by Upper Wabash Interpretive Services (UWIS). Seniors should bring a dish to pass, their own table service, and $1 donation to help defray the cost of the provided meat dish.
Register by calling (260) 468-2127, or in person at the interpretive center.
Park entrance fees of $5 per vehicle for Indiana residents and $7 per vehicle for non-residents will apply.
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Focus on Seniors
For transportation to any of the events listed below please call WOW! Wells on Wheels Public Transporation at 824-4WOW or 824-4969.
Monday through Friday
11:30 a.m. — Nutrition Program at Capri II Sponsored by Aging & In-Home Services of NE Indiana. Those age 60 and over are free will donation. Under age 60 meals are $5.25. Menus available at Council on Aging. Contact the Nutrition Site 24 hours in advance between 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 824-2260.
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.—Pathways, Wells County Senior Citizen Activities Guide may be picked up at the Wells County Council on Aging, 225 W. Water Street. This will also be available at the Senior Citizen Expo May 7th.
Friday, May 29
1-4:30 p.m.—Pool: 8 Ball at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. Call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
1-4:30 p.m.—Cards: All kinds at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. Call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
Wednesday, June 3
10 a.m.-Noon—Bluffton parks Department, City Hall on second floor. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. For information call Bluffton Parks and Recreation at 824-6069.
Monday through Friday
11:30 a.m. — Nutrition Program at Capri II Sponsored by Aging & In-Home Services of NE Indiana. Those age 60 and over are free will donation. Under age 60 meals are $5.25. Menus available at Council on Aging. Contact the Nutrition Site 24 hours in advance between 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 824-2260.
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.—Pathways, Wells County Senior Citizen Activities Guide may be picked up at the Wells County Council on Aging, 225 W. Water Street. This will also be available at the Senior Citizen Expo May 7th.
Friday, May 29
1-4:30 p.m.—Pool: 8 Ball at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. Call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
1-4:30 p.m.—Cards: All kinds at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. Call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
Wednesday, June 3
10 a.m.-Noon—Bluffton parks Department, City Hall on second floor. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. For information call Bluffton Parks and Recreation at 824-6069.
Be the next Coppolla or Tarantino
Create a great video promoting the Wells County Public Library and enter to win a $100 gift card from Best Buy or a certificate from a local restaurant. The contest is part of the library’s Summer Reading Program activities. “Be creative @ your library - Video Contest” is open to adults and teens ages 12 and up.
The rules are simple. Film a one to three minute video that shows the library as an exciting place for all ages. Be creative. Focus on the Summer Reading Program theme of “Be creative @ your library” or use a broader vision. There are many public library videos online to study that might spark your imagination.
“We are so excited about this contest,” Deb Perry, community relations manager at the library, said. “It’s a fun way for people to show off their creativity, which is exactly what the theme of the Summer Reading Program is all about.”
The contest is open to Wells County residents with a valid library card. They can work alone or as a team. Only one $100 Best Buy gift card will be presented to the winning entry. Two runner-up videos will each receive a local restaurant gift certificate.
Entry deadline: July 1, 2009
A panel of judges will view all the videos and select the winners. The top five winners will be shown on the library’s big screen on Friday, July 10 beginning at 5 p.m. Winners will be announced at 5:45 p.m. Friends, family and the public are all invited for this fun viewing and celebration of the videos.
Those interested can pick up and read a complete set of rules It’s important to read the complete set of rules online at www.wellscolibrary.org/rules.html .
For more information, contact Deb or Christine at the Wells County Public Library at 260-824-1612.
Mission E Exhibit thru May 31
Mission E: Exploring Engineering and Architecture will be available to view until May 31 at Science Central.
The new temporary exhibition features over 20 interactive stations that will allow visitors to explore the basic concepts of engineering with real-world examples withing architecture and construction. Call 260-424-2400 or log onto: www.sciencecentral.org.
The rules are simple. Film a one to three minute video that shows the library as an exciting place for all ages. Be creative. Focus on the Summer Reading Program theme of “Be creative @ your library” or use a broader vision. There are many public library videos online to study that might spark your imagination.
“We are so excited about this contest,” Deb Perry, community relations manager at the library, said. “It’s a fun way for people to show off their creativity, which is exactly what the theme of the Summer Reading Program is all about.”
The contest is open to Wells County residents with a valid library card. They can work alone or as a team. Only one $100 Best Buy gift card will be presented to the winning entry. Two runner-up videos will each receive a local restaurant gift certificate.
Entry deadline: July 1, 2009
A panel of judges will view all the videos and select the winners. The top five winners will be shown on the library’s big screen on Friday, July 10 beginning at 5 p.m. Winners will be announced at 5:45 p.m. Friends, family and the public are all invited for this fun viewing and celebration of the videos.
Those interested can pick up and read a complete set of rules It’s important to read the complete set of rules online at www.wellscolibrary.org/rules.html .
For more information, contact Deb or Christine at the Wells County Public Library at 260-824-1612.
Mission E Exhibit thru May 31
Mission E: Exploring Engineering and Architecture will be available to view until May 31 at Science Central.
The new temporary exhibition features over 20 interactive stations that will allow visitors to explore the basic concepts of engineering with real-world examples withing architecture and construction. Call 260-424-2400 or log onto: www.sciencecentral.org.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Extension Calendar 05-26-2009
June 4 – 4-H Gift Wrapping and Glass Painting Workshop, Wells County 4-H Park, 7 PM
June 8 – Extension Homemakers Presidents’ Council Meeting, all incoming and outgoing Presidents, 1:30 PM
June 10-12 – Science Workshop, Purdue University
June 10-12 – Home and Family Conference, Purdue University
June 11 – Mini 4-H Round-Up Day Camp, 4-H Park, Bluffton, 12:30-4:30 PM
June 13 – 4-H Basket Workshop, Community Center, 4-H Park, Bluffton, 9 AM-12:30 PM
June 13-14 – 4-H Sponsored Horse Show, Wells County 4-H Park, Bluffton
June 15 – Wells County 4-H Association Meeting, Community Center, 4-H Park, Bluffton, 7 PM
June 16-19 – 4-H Junior Leader Conference, University of Indianapolis
June 22-24 – 4-H Round-Up, Purdue University
June 24-27 – 4-H Camp at Camp Palmer, Fayette, Ohio
Club Calendar
Wednesday, May 27
Study Club Luncheon--River Terrace; 10:30 a.m.
Saturday, May 30
River Terrace Estates--Arlene Stoller playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, May 31
River Terrace Estates--Joshua Young and his sisters will sing; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
Every Wednesday
10 a.m.-Noon — Bluffton Parks Department, City Hall on second floor. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. Call Bluffton Parks and Recreation at 824-6069.
The Kiwanis of Greater Bluffton Club meets at noon every Wednesday at TimberRidge Golf Course for lunch and a brief meeting. For more information call Jon Brown at 824-4095.
What's Up (Up and Away?)
Southern Wells Community Garage Sales May 30
Southern Wells Community, including the Towns of Poneto, Petroleum, Liberty Center and Keystone, will join together for garage sales Saturday, May 30 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is sponsored by the Poneto Community Club.
In addition to the garage sale, events will include a sausage, gravy and biscuit breakfast at the Poneto Firestation from 7 to 10 a.m.; a soup and sandwich lunch at the Petroleum Methodist Church and baked goods available at Keystone Church. Maps will be available at the Keystone and Petroleum Churches and the Poneto Firestation.
Science Central Trebuchet
Competition July 15
Get your medievel Trebuchet team together and enter the contest held at Lawton Park adjacent to Science Central Wednesday, July 15, 2009 during the Three Rivers Festival between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Teams will vie in one of three categories: high school, college/adult and corporate. Call 260-424-2400, ext. 411 to register.
Friday, May 22, 2009
See and Do in and around Wells County
FORT WAYNE SCIENCE CENTRAL EVENTS
EXHIBIT—Mission E: Exploring Engineering & Architecture—through May.
SUMMER SCIENCE CAMPS—Camps to run from June 8 to Aug. 14, for those ages 3 to 15, middle school students and those with special needs. For more information call 260-424-2400 ext. 451 or at www.sciencecenttral.org
GOLF CLASSIC—Thursday, June 18, Pine Valley Country Club, 1 p.m., Florida Scramble. More information at 260-424-2400 ext. 423.
Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Extended hours during March, April and May on Saturdays until 9 p.m. Admission is $7 for all except free to those 3 and under. More information at 260-424-2400 or at www.sciencecentral.org
FORT WAYNE COLISEUM EVENTS
JEFF DUNHAM—May 30, 8 p.m.. $44.50
KEITH URBAN & TAYLOR SWIFT—Sunday, June 7, $20.
CELTIC WOMAN—Wednesday, June 24, 7:30 p.m., $40 & $57.
Tickets via Ticketmaster, Coliseum box office or by phone at 260-424-1811.
FORT WAYNE EMBASSY THEATRE EVENTS.
TRIBUTE TO WALTER PAYTON—Wednesday, May 20, 7 p.m., speaker Dan Hampton, tickets $34 & $24.
AL JARREAU—Saturday, May 16, 8 p.m., $45, $50 & $55.
RON WHITE—Friday, June 5 7:30 p.m., $42.75.
DEREK TRUCKS BAND—Thursday, June 11, 7:30 p.m., tickets $29.75 & $39.75.
Ticket information at 260-424-1811 or through Ticketmaster. For groups of 20 or more call 260-420-3344.
FORT WAYNE
ARTLINK EVENTS
GREEN EXHIBIT—May 29-July 7, opening reception on Friday, May 29, 7 to 9 p.m. Work by 42 area artists with some pieces created from repurposed materials. Hallway Gallery featuring Threadography from Two Sipsters Studio.
HOURS— Tuesday through Thursday, noon to 5 p.m.; noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Artlink is located at 437 East Berry St., Fort Wayne. www.artlinkfw.com
HUNTINGTON
HUNTINGTON SUPPER CLUB
The New Huntington Theater in downtown Huntington is offering dinner theater through August. “That’s Amore,” June 22-July 8; “Puttin’ on the Ritz!,” July 10-28; “Welcome to the 60s,” July 30-Aug. 15.
Dinner and show is $38.50 plus tax Monday through Wednesday; $41.50 plus tax Thursday through Saturday and Saturday only matinees $25. For a reservation call 260-454-0603 or check out www.TheNewHuntington.com.
FORT WAYNE FOELLINGER THEATER EVENTS
FW PHILHARMONIC YOUTH ORCHESTRA & CHILDREN’S CHOIR—Saturday, May 30, 3 p.m., free concert.
THE BEL AIRS—Saturday, June 12, 8 p.m., $4.
More information at (260) 427-6715 or (260) 427-6000.
FORT WAYNE DANCE COLLECTIVE
ORIGINAL FAMILY CONCERT—”Mother Nature’s Nightmare,” Friday, June 12, 7 p.m., Arts United Center, 303 East Main St., FW, $12 adults and $8 children. For tickets call 260-424-6574 or email to tickets@fwdc.org.
WABASH
HONEYWELL CENTER EVENTS
FRANKIE FORD, DODIE STEVENS—Sunday, May 31, 5 p.m., also The Contours and The Reflections.
MICHAEL BOLTON—Tuesday, July 28, 7:30 p.m., $39 to $125.
1964 THE TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES—Saturday, Aug. 15, 7:30 p.m., tickets $12 to $25.
SPIKE & THE BULL DOGS—Friday, Aug. 7, 8:30 p.m.
Information at 260-563-1102 or at www.honeywellcenter.org
VAN WERT, OHIO
NISWONGER ARTS CENTER ENTERTAINMENT,
DAVE KOZ & BRIAN CULBERTSON—Saturday, June 27, 7:30 p.m., $25 to $50.
Niswonger Performing Arts Center of Northwest Ohio in Van Wert, more information at 419-238-6722 or at www.npacvw
PORTLAND
ARTS PLACE EVENTS
Schedule of summer classes now available.
Arts Place is located at 131 East Walnut St., Portland. 260-726-4809 or www.artsland.org
WARSAW
WAGON WHEEL THEATRE.
JOSEPH—June 10-20, the musical.
DISNEY’S HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL—June 24-July 11.
BRIGADOON—July 15-25,
BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS—Aug. 12-22.
NUNSENSE—Aug. 26-Sept. 5.
EXHIBIT—Mission E: Exploring Engineering & Architecture—through May.
SUMMER SCIENCE CAMPS—Camps to run from June 8 to Aug. 14, for those ages 3 to 15, middle school students and those with special needs. For more information call 260-424-2400 ext. 451 or at www.sciencecenttral.org
GOLF CLASSIC—Thursday, June 18, Pine Valley Country Club, 1 p.m., Florida Scramble. More information at 260-424-2400 ext. 423.
Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Extended hours during March, April and May on Saturdays until 9 p.m. Admission is $7 for all except free to those 3 and under. More information at 260-424-2400 or at www.sciencecentral.org
FORT WAYNE COLISEUM EVENTS
JEFF DUNHAM—May 30, 8 p.m.. $44.50
KEITH URBAN & TAYLOR SWIFT—Sunday, June 7, $20.
CELTIC WOMAN—Wednesday, June 24, 7:30 p.m., $40 & $57.
Tickets via Ticketmaster, Coliseum box office or by phone at 260-424-1811.
FORT WAYNE EMBASSY THEATRE EVENTS.
TRIBUTE TO WALTER PAYTON—Wednesday, May 20, 7 p.m., speaker Dan Hampton, tickets $34 & $24.
AL JARREAU—Saturday, May 16, 8 p.m., $45, $50 & $55.
RON WHITE—Friday, June 5 7:30 p.m., $42.75.
DEREK TRUCKS BAND—Thursday, June 11, 7:30 p.m., tickets $29.75 & $39.75.
Ticket information at 260-424-1811 or through Ticketmaster. For groups of 20 or more call 260-420-3344.
FORT WAYNE
ARTLINK EVENTS
GREEN EXHIBIT—May 29-July 7, opening reception on Friday, May 29, 7 to 9 p.m. Work by 42 area artists with some pieces created from repurposed materials. Hallway Gallery featuring Threadography from Two Sipsters Studio.
HOURS— Tuesday through Thursday, noon to 5 p.m.; noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Artlink is located at 437 East Berry St., Fort Wayne. www.artlinkfw.com
HUNTINGTON
HUNTINGTON SUPPER CLUB
The New Huntington Theater in downtown Huntington is offering dinner theater through August. “That’s Amore,” June 22-July 8; “Puttin’ on the Ritz!,” July 10-28; “Welcome to the 60s,” July 30-Aug. 15.
Dinner and show is $38.50 plus tax Monday through Wednesday; $41.50 plus tax Thursday through Saturday and Saturday only matinees $25. For a reservation call 260-454-0603 or check out www.TheNewHuntington.com.
FORT WAYNE FOELLINGER THEATER EVENTS
FW PHILHARMONIC YOUTH ORCHESTRA & CHILDREN’S CHOIR—Saturday, May 30, 3 p.m., free concert.
THE BEL AIRS—Saturday, June 12, 8 p.m., $4.
More information at (260) 427-6715 or (260) 427-6000.
FORT WAYNE DANCE COLLECTIVE
ORIGINAL FAMILY CONCERT—”Mother Nature’s Nightmare,” Friday, June 12, 7 p.m., Arts United Center, 303 East Main St., FW, $12 adults and $8 children. For tickets call 260-424-6574 or email to tickets@fwdc.org.
WABASH
HONEYWELL CENTER EVENTS
FRANKIE FORD, DODIE STEVENS—Sunday, May 31, 5 p.m., also The Contours and The Reflections.
MICHAEL BOLTON—Tuesday, July 28, 7:30 p.m., $39 to $125.
1964 THE TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES—Saturday, Aug. 15, 7:30 p.m., tickets $12 to $25.
SPIKE & THE BULL DOGS—Friday, Aug. 7, 8:30 p.m.
Information at 260-563-1102 or at www.honeywellcenter.org
VAN WERT, OHIO
NISWONGER ARTS CENTER ENTERTAINMENT,
DAVE KOZ & BRIAN CULBERTSON—Saturday, June 27, 7:30 p.m., $25 to $50.
Niswonger Performing Arts Center of Northwest Ohio in Van Wert, more information at 419-238-6722 or at www.npacvw
PORTLAND
ARTS PLACE EVENTS
Schedule of summer classes now available.
Arts Place is located at 131 East Walnut St., Portland. 260-726-4809 or www.artsland.org
WARSAW
WAGON WHEEL THEATRE.
JOSEPH—June 10-20, the musical.
DISNEY’S HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL—June 24-July 11.
BRIGADOON—July 15-25,
BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS—Aug. 12-22.
NUNSENSE—Aug. 26-Sept. 5.
What's Up? Sunshine!!
Looking for past Kmart employees for reunion
A runion is being planned for June 20, 2009 for Kmart 9010 past employees. Those who would like to come and who didn't get information in the mail, need to contact one of the following people: Marilyn: 824-9423; Sandy: 824-2579; Sharon: 824-2445 or Dorothy: 824-0142.
Dinner theater
June 12
The Lutheran Home Auxiliary will host a Chicken Barbeque Dinner Theater Friday June 12 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Lutheran Home at 6701 S. Anthony, Fort Wayne. Presale tickets are $6.50 each. Tickets at the door are $7. They can be purchased from any Auxiliary member, in the Emporium of Lutheran Home or call John Rowlett at 447-1591, ext. 2116. Chicken halves may be purchased for $4 at the entrance of Lutheran Home. Proceeds will be used to help purchase a newe bus for Lutheran Home residents.
A runion is being planned for June 20, 2009 for Kmart 9010 past employees. Those who would like to come and who didn't get information in the mail, need to contact one of the following people: Marilyn: 824-9423; Sandy: 824-2579; Sharon: 824-2445 or Dorothy: 824-0142.
Dinner theater
June 12
The Lutheran Home Auxiliary will host a Chicken Barbeque Dinner Theater Friday June 12 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Lutheran Home at 6701 S. Anthony, Fort Wayne. Presale tickets are $6.50 each. Tickets at the door are $7. They can be purchased from any Auxiliary member, in the Emporium of Lutheran Home or call John Rowlett at 447-1591, ext. 2116. Chicken halves may be purchased for $4 at the entrance of Lutheran Home. Proceeds will be used to help purchase a newe bus for Lutheran Home residents.
New KOA opening VERY soon
The new Bluffton / Fort Wayne South KOA 1625 West Lancaster Street is mostly open. The pool is open; Kamp store and laundry facilities; showers and restrooms; cabins, tent and full hook-up parcels available.
Of course the strong spring rains mean grass seed has yet to blossom and theer's still a wee bit of construction going on, but otherwise it's good to go.
What's Up at the Parks Department
The Bluffton Parks Department and Bluffton Tigers Football Team is now registering boys age 7-10 for Flag Football. Camp will be June 22-26th from 1-3pm in the Bluffton Practice Field (located behind the tennis courts). This camp will teach basic fundamentals and emphasize teamwork. To register for this free camp call 824-6069.
A Hair Braiding class will be offered in the City Hall building from 11-noon on Friday June 12th for anyone ages 13 - adult who would like to learn. You need to bring a friend or child with long hair to practice on. This free program will teach you how to French braid, and backbone (reverse French braiding). To register call the park office at 824-6069.
Grandpa and Me Build a Bird Feeder – June 7th from 2-3:30pm. Bring a hammer for some fun building and bonding with your grandson. Cost is 3.50 due that day. Grandpa must call to register at 824-6069. LIMITED ENROLLMENT
Children’s Garage Sale – Teach your children the value of a dollar and clean out their bedrooms at the same time. Call 824-6069 to register, cost is $2 for a 10x10 foot space (tables provided on a first come first serve basis). This is a great way to help your children learn to buy, sell or trade used books, toys, puzzles, games and sports equipment. No clothing, baked goods or lemonade stands allowed. Sale is June 6th from 10-noon in the City Gym.
A Hair Braiding class will be offered in the City Hall building from 11-noon on Friday June 12th for anyone ages 13 - adult who would like to learn. You need to bring a friend or child with long hair to practice on. This free program will teach you how to French braid, and backbone (reverse French braiding). To register call the park office at 824-6069.
Grandpa and Me Build a Bird Feeder – June 7th from 2-3:30pm. Bring a hammer for some fun building and bonding with your grandson. Cost is 3.50 due that day. Grandpa must call to register at 824-6069. LIMITED ENROLLMENT
Children’s Garage Sale – Teach your children the value of a dollar and clean out their bedrooms at the same time. Call 824-6069 to register, cost is $2 for a 10x10 foot space (tables provided on a first come first serve basis). This is a great way to help your children learn to buy, sell or trade used books, toys, puzzles, games and sports equipment. No clothing, baked goods or lemonade stands allowed. Sale is June 6th from 10-noon in the City Gym.
Ouabache State Park star party, May 29
The Fort Wayne Astronomical Society and the Warsaw County Astronomical Society are co-hosting a star-gazing party at Ouabache State Park, May 29.
Guests are invited to view the night sky using the societies’ telescopes. Members will be on hand to answer questions about the stars and telescopes, and to direct gazers towards points of interest.
The event starts at 10 p.m. and is open to all. Participants should park at the pool and meet on the large hill next to the pool.
There is no fee for the event. Park entrance fees of $5 per vehicle for Indiana residents and $7 per vehicle for non-residents will apply.
Guests are invited to view the night sky using the societies’ telescopes. Members will be on hand to answer questions about the stars and telescopes, and to direct gazers towards points of interest.
The event starts at 10 p.m. and is open to all. Participants should park at the pool and meet on the large hill next to the pool.
There is no fee for the event. Park entrance fees of $5 per vehicle for Indiana residents and $7 per vehicle for non-residents will apply.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Club Calendar
Wednesday, May 20
O.D.O. Club--Corner Depot; 6:30 p.m. Dorothy Hunt will be the hostess.
Saturday, May 23
River Terrace Estates--Joan Swartz playing piano; Health Care; 9:30 a.m.
Sunday, May 24
River Terrace Estates--Dane Baily, “Singing Auctioneer”; ALD; 2:30 p.m.
Every Thursday
Let's Play Bingo! — Cowboy's Restaurant in Bluffton on Main Street every Thursday night at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Coon Hunters Assoc.
Get out there and do something!!
BLUFFTON
THE GOSPEL BARN
The Gospel Barn, 3550 St. Rd. 1 south, Bluffton. Doors open at 6 p.m., pre-concert at 7 p.m., featured artist at 7:30 p.m., Admission $5 adults & free to those 12 and under. Concessions. 260-827-0362 or at www.goselbarnofbluffton.com
LEFEVRE QUARTET—Saturday, May 23, from Gainesville, GA.
MARK TRAMMEL TRIO—Saturday, May 30, from Hadsden, AL.
BRYANT
GOODTIMES THEATRE AT BEARCREEK FARM’
GIRLS FROM LAWRENCE WELK SHOW—Wednesday, May 20, 2 & 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, May 21, 2 p.m., $35. (Sandy, Mary Lou and Gail)
LAUGHING WITH THE LEGENDS—May 28-30, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35. Music, comedy & theatre from the 50s.
WANDA JACKSON—Thursday, June 4, 2 & 7:30 p.m. Rock-N-Roll Hall of Fame.
SLEEPY LABEEF & JASON D. WILLIAMS—June 5-6, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $30.
GUY LOMBARDO ORCHESTRA—Wednesday, June 10, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $30.
CRYSTAL GAYLE—Saturday, June 20, 2 & 8 p.m., $45.
BRANSON ON THE ROAD—June 24-27, 2 & 7 p.m., $25.
For more information and reservations call 260-997-6822 or check out www.bearcreekfarms.com
FORT WAYNE PHILHARMONIC CONCERTS
The schedule for the 2009-2010 season has been announced.
There is a wide range of ticket prices for each series and for more information call 260-456-2224 or visit www.fortwaynephilharmonic.com Tickets at 260-481-0777.
Monday, May 18, 2009
Club Calendar
Monday, May 18
Sigma Phi Gamma Social--Corner Depot; 6:30 p.m. Hostess is Norma Smith. Call 824-1314.
Tuesday, May 19
Chester Nightclubbers--Rittenhouse Restaurant; noon.
Bluffton Lions Club--Corner Depot; 6:15 p.m.
Wednesday, May 20
Kitco Retirees--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Book Study Club--First United Methodist Church; 12:45 p.m.
O.D.O. Club--Corner Depot; 6:30 p.m. Dorothy Hunt will be the hostess.
Saturday, May 23
River Terrace Estates--Joan Swartz playing piano; Health Care; 9:30 a.m.
Sunday, May 24
River Terrace Estates--Dane Baily, “Singing Auctioneer”; ALD; 2:30 p.m.
Every Wednesday
The Kiwanis of Greater Bluffton Club meets at noon every Wednesday at TimberRidge Golf Course for lunch and a brief meeting. For more information call Jon Brown at 824-4095.
Creative Happenings
Visit the Creative Arts Council’s Balentine Gallery at the Arts, Commerce & Visitors Centre, 211 West Water Street, Bluffton, Indiana 46714. (260)-824-5222 or wellscocreativearts.com Find event & membership information, view exhibits, purchase tickets, take classes, or volunteer.
Hours: Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday until 7 p.m. or by arrangement.
IN THE BALENTINE GALLERY
Tri Kappa High School Art Show, through May 20, and Annual Children’s Art Exhibit through May 7. No admission charge to view the exhibits.
Coming June 1-July 12, Visages of the Original Peoples, photographs of Native Americans in a touring exhibit from Indiana University’s Mathers Museum, in coordination with the PBS documentary, “We Shall Remain.”
SCHOOL OF BALLET
BALLET CAMP—July 20-24. Two sessions daily instructed by Jeni Meeks: for new students from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., $35 and refresher for currently enrolled students at 10:30 to noon, $45.
REGULAR CLASSES—will recommence in September. Registrations welcome! Ask for a registration packet to be mailed in August.
EVENTS.
‘GODSPELL’—June 12-14, Life Auditorium with Wells Community Theater. Tickets: Patrons $30 and others at $10, $12 & $16.
PATRIOTIC POPS CONCERT—Thursday, June 25, Ouabache State Park, 7 p.m., free. (Park entrance fee applies.)
KEHOE CONCERTS—Sundays from July 12 through Aug. 30, 7 p.m., free, JBG’s Ice Cream available for purchase. Spike and the Bulldogs will get the new season rolling and rocking on July 12.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
PRIVATE ART LESSONS—Enroll now for private art lessons with Katie Vanderkolk for an hour a week during June and July..
SUMMER ARTS ACADEMY—June 22-26, Norwell High School. Discover the art world!
DRAWING CAMP—Aug. 3-7. Work with edges, spaces, relationships, lights ad shadows, Gestalt.
BATIK—June 29, July 1-2, kids classes 1 to 3 p.m. and adults 6 to 8 p.m., also July 20, 22, 23 with instructor Katie Vanderkolk.
AHA KIDS CAMP—Discovering Artistic, Healthy and Active Kids, July 27-31.
GROUPS
CAC BOARD OF DIRECTORS—Monday, May 18, 5:15 p.m., Carolyn Coleman. president.
READERS CIRCLE —Tuesday, May 19, noon to 1:30 p.m., discussing current reads and hear about “one book, one county!”
ARTISTS IN ACTION—Fridays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by arrangement in Studio B.
WELLS WRITERS—Tuesday, May 26, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., free Open to area writers, poets. Discussion of John Stead’s writing, visit their new blog http://www.cacwww.wordpress.com Contact Davina at (260) 824-5222 or cac@parlorcity.com
CULINARY ARTISTS—Thursday, May 21, visit an Amish Greenhouse in Monroe and eat at the Brick House on Jackson. Call to reserve a spot. Then hop on the taste tour to the Brick House Grill in downtown Huntington on June 18.
What's Up Wells County? (This stuff)
Muncie horse club to host free Trail Ride for 4-Hers June 7
The Muncie Light Horse Club will host a trail ride at Prairie Creek Reservoir for 4-H members Sunday, June 7, 2009 at 9 a.m. Membership may be with any county club. Hot dogs and pop will be provided.
Located at Prairie Creek Reservoir horse trail parking lot at County Road 475 East in Delaware County. The event is free to 4-H members who are current members of the Muncie Light Horse Club. For those who are not members of the club trail day passes may be purchased for $5. Annual passes are also available at $25. Muncie Light Horse Club membership is not required to participate Registration forms are available at www.joinmlhc.org or the MuncieVisitors Bureau at 425 N. High, Muncie, IN. Questions? Call LuAnn Williams at 765-284-3164.
Camera Workshop June 11
Bob Goines from Sunny Schick Camera Store in Fort Wayne will host, “Better pictures with your digital SLR” at the Wells County Public Library Thursday, June 11 from 6 to 8 p.m. This workshop for adults is great for beginners and a refresher for others for single lens reflex digital cameras (removable/interchangeable lens).
Bob will go through the basic functions of digital SLRs, offer tips and discuss techniques for getting the best shot. Questions and answers will follow. Ages 17 and up only. Class size limited to 15 and registration is required. Workshop fee is $5 per person, due at registration. For more information or to register, stop by the library, or call 260-824-1612, or register online at www.wellscolibrary.org.
Bus trip to Columbus Quilt Show June 20
There is still room on the bus for you! The Creative Quilters are going on a bus trip to the 40th Annual National Quilting Association’s Greater Columbus Quilt Show in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday, June 20. Cost of trip is $35 which includes admission to show. If you would like to come along, contact Carol at 260-592-7656 to reserve your spot and for more information.
Horse Camp June 22-24
A horse camp for kids ages 10 to 16 will be held at C&C Bible Fellowship June 22 through June 24, 2009.
The camp will include horseback riding, games, swimming, devotional time, food, fellowship and fun. To register or for more information log onto: ccbiblefellowship.net or call 260-589-9022.
Friday, May 15, 2009
Club Calendar
Monday, May 18
Sigma Phi Gamma Social--Corner Depot; 6:30 p.m. Hostess is Norma Smith. Call 824-1314.
Tuesday, May 19
Chester Nightclubbers--Rittenhouse Restaurant; noon.
Bluffton Lions Club--Corner Depot; 6:15 p.m.
Sigma Phi Gamma Social--Corner Depot; 6:30 p.m. Hostess is Norma Smith. Call 824-1314.
Tuesday, May 19
Chester Nightclubbers--Rittenhouse Restaurant; noon.
Bluffton Lions Club--Corner Depot; 6:15 p.m.
What's Up! Wells County
Extended hours at Science Central through May 30
Science Central has extended their hours each Saturday through May 30. They will remain open unit 9 p.m. That means four additional hours to check out favorite exhibits and see the new Robots Exhibit.
Admission is $7 for those age three and older. Children under age three are free. For more information call 260-424-2400 or log onto: www.sciencecentral.org.
Warren Library Summer Reading signups begin
May 28
“Go Bananas for Books!” this summer at the Warren Public Library.
The Summer Reading program is open to all youth, preschool through young adult. Student cards are available for those living outside Salamonie Twp. Children may sign up beginning May 28.
The program will start June 1. “Monkeying Around on Mondays” will begin Monday, June 8 at 2 p.m.
This will be an hour of stories and activities.
For more information call 260-375-3450.
Science Central has extended their hours each Saturday through May 30. They will remain open unit 9 p.m. That means four additional hours to check out favorite exhibits and see the new Robots Exhibit.
Admission is $7 for those age three and older. Children under age three are free. For more information call 260-424-2400 or log onto: www.sciencecentral.org.
Warren Library Summer Reading signups begin
May 28
“Go Bananas for Books!” this summer at the Warren Public Library.
The Summer Reading program is open to all youth, preschool through young adult. Student cards are available for those living outside Salamonie Twp. Children may sign up beginning May 28.
The program will start June 1. “Monkeying Around on Mondays” will begin Monday, June 8 at 2 p.m.
This will be an hour of stories and activities.
For more information call 260-375-3450.
See, Do, Have Fun!
BLUFFTON
THE GOSPEL BARN
The Gospel Barn, 3550 St. Rd. 1 south, Bluffton. Doors open at 6 p.m., pre-concert at 7 p.m., featured artist at 7:30 p.m., Admission $5 adults & free to those 12 and under. Concessions. 260-827-0362 or at www.goselbarnofbluffton.com
KINGSMEN QUARTET—Saturday, May 16, from Candier, NC
LEFEVRE QUARTET—Saturday, May 23, from Gainesville, GA.
BRYANT
GOODTIMES THEATRE AT BEARCREEK FARM’
STARS OF AMERICAN BANDSTAND—Saturday, May 16, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35 dinner & show. (Danny and the Juniors)
GIRLS FROM LAWRENCE WELK SHOW—Wednesday, May 20, 2 & 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, May 21, 2 p.m., $35. (Sandy, Mary Lou and Gail)
LAUGHING WITH THE LEGENDS—May 28-30, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35. Music, comedy & theatre from the 50s.
WANDA JACKSON—Thursday, June 4, 2 & 7:30 p.m. Rock-N-Roll Hall of Fame.
SLEEPY LABEEF & JASON D. WILLIAMS—June 5-6, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $30.
GUY LOMBARDO ORCHESTRA—Wednesday, June 10, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $30.
CRYSTAL GAYLE—Saturday, June 20, 2 & 8 p.m., $45.
For more information and reservations call 260-997-6822 or check out www.bearcreekfarms.com
FORT WAYNE PHILHARMONIC CONCERTS
The schedule for the 2009-2010 season has been announced.
There is a wide range of ticket prices for each series and for more information call 260-456-2224 or visit www.fortwaynephilharmonic.com Tickets at 260-481-0777.
FW’S SCIENCE CENTRAL EVENTS
EXHIBIT—Mission E: Exploring Engineering & Architecture—through May.
SUMMER SCIENCE CAMPS—Camps to run from June 8 to Aug. 14, for those ages 3 to 15, middle school students and those with special needs. For more information call 260-424-2400 ext. 451 or at www.sciencecenttral.org
Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Extended hours during March, April and May on Saturdays until 9 p.m. Admission is $7 for all except free to those 3 and under. More information at 260-424-2400 or at www.sciencecentral.org
FORT WAYNE COLISEUM EVENTS
KNIFE & GUN SHOW—Saturday and Sunday, May 16-17, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. $6 adults, $2 kids 6-12 and free to those 6 and under.
JEFF DUNHAM—May 30, 8 p.m.. $44.50
KEITH URBAN & TAYLOR SWIFT—Sunday, June 7, $20.
CELTIC WOMAN—Wednesday, June 24, 7:30 p.m., $40 & $57.
Tickets via Ticketmaster, Coliseum box office or by phone at 260-424-1811.
FW’S EMBASSY THEATRE EVENTS.
TRIBUTE TO WALTER PAYTON—Wednesday, May 20, 7 p.m., speaker Dan Hampton, tickets $34 & $24.
AL JARREAU—Saturday, May 16, 8 p.m., $45, $50 & $55.
RON WHITE—Friday, June 5 7:30 p.m., $42.75.
DEREK TRUCKS BAND—Thursday, June 11, 7:30 p.m., tickets $29.75 & $39.75.
Ticket information at 260-424-1811 or through Ticketmaster. For groups of 20 or more call 260-420-3344.
FORT WAYNE ARTLINK EVENTS
PRINT EXHIBITION—April 17 to May 20, 29th annual National Print Exhibition.
HALLWAY GALLERY—Lisa Schwaberow Kaleidoscope photos. HOURS— Tuesday through Thursday, noon to 5 p.m.; noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Artlink is located at 437 East Berry St., Fort Wayne. www.artlinkfw.com
HUNTINGTON
HUNTINGTON SUPPER CLUB
The New Huntington Theater in downtown Huntington is offering dinner theater through August. “That’s Amore,” June 22-July 8; “Puttin’ on the Ritz!,” July 10-28; “Welcome to the 60s,” July 30-Aug. 15.
Dinner and show is $38.50 plus tax Monday through Wednesday; $41.50 plus tax Thursday through Saturday and Saturday only matinees $25. For a reservation call 260-454-0603 or check out www.TheNewHuntington.com
THE GOSPEL BARN
The Gospel Barn, 3550 St. Rd. 1 south, Bluffton. Doors open at 6 p.m., pre-concert at 7 p.m., featured artist at 7:30 p.m., Admission $5 adults & free to those 12 and under. Concessions. 260-827-0362 or at www.goselbarnofbluffton.com
KINGSMEN QUARTET—Saturday, May 16, from Candier, NC
LEFEVRE QUARTET—Saturday, May 23, from Gainesville, GA.
BRYANT
GOODTIMES THEATRE AT BEARCREEK FARM’
STARS OF AMERICAN BANDSTAND—Saturday, May 16, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35 dinner & show. (Danny and the Juniors)
GIRLS FROM LAWRENCE WELK SHOW—Wednesday, May 20, 2 & 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, May 21, 2 p.m., $35. (Sandy, Mary Lou and Gail)
LAUGHING WITH THE LEGENDS—May 28-30, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35. Music, comedy & theatre from the 50s.
WANDA JACKSON—Thursday, June 4, 2 & 7:30 p.m. Rock-N-Roll Hall of Fame.
SLEEPY LABEEF & JASON D. WILLIAMS—June 5-6, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $30.
GUY LOMBARDO ORCHESTRA—Wednesday, June 10, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $30.
CRYSTAL GAYLE—Saturday, June 20, 2 & 8 p.m., $45.
For more information and reservations call 260-997-6822 or check out www.bearcreekfarms.com
FORT WAYNE PHILHARMONIC CONCERTS
The schedule for the 2009-2010 season has been announced.
There is a wide range of ticket prices for each series and for more information call 260-456-2224 or visit www.fortwaynephilharmonic.com Tickets at 260-481-0777.
FW’S SCIENCE CENTRAL EVENTS
EXHIBIT—Mission E: Exploring Engineering & Architecture—through May.
SUMMER SCIENCE CAMPS—Camps to run from June 8 to Aug. 14, for those ages 3 to 15, middle school students and those with special needs. For more information call 260-424-2400 ext. 451 or at www.sciencecenttral.org
Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Extended hours during March, April and May on Saturdays until 9 p.m. Admission is $7 for all except free to those 3 and under. More information at 260-424-2400 or at www.sciencecentral.org
FORT WAYNE COLISEUM EVENTS
KNIFE & GUN SHOW—Saturday and Sunday, May 16-17, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. $6 adults, $2 kids 6-12 and free to those 6 and under.
JEFF DUNHAM—May 30, 8 p.m.. $44.50
KEITH URBAN & TAYLOR SWIFT—Sunday, June 7, $20.
CELTIC WOMAN—Wednesday, June 24, 7:30 p.m., $40 & $57.
Tickets via Ticketmaster, Coliseum box office or by phone at 260-424-1811.
FW’S EMBASSY THEATRE EVENTS.
TRIBUTE TO WALTER PAYTON—Wednesday, May 20, 7 p.m., speaker Dan Hampton, tickets $34 & $24.
AL JARREAU—Saturday, May 16, 8 p.m., $45, $50 & $55.
RON WHITE—Friday, June 5 7:30 p.m., $42.75.
DEREK TRUCKS BAND—Thursday, June 11, 7:30 p.m., tickets $29.75 & $39.75.
Ticket information at 260-424-1811 or through Ticketmaster. For groups of 20 or more call 260-420-3344.
FORT WAYNE ARTLINK EVENTS
PRINT EXHIBITION—April 17 to May 20, 29th annual National Print Exhibition.
HALLWAY GALLERY—Lisa Schwaberow Kaleidoscope photos. HOURS— Tuesday through Thursday, noon to 5 p.m.; noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Artlink is located at 437 East Berry St., Fort Wayne. www.artlinkfw.com
HUNTINGTON
HUNTINGTON SUPPER CLUB
The New Huntington Theater in downtown Huntington is offering dinner theater through August. “That’s Amore,” June 22-July 8; “Puttin’ on the Ritz!,” July 10-28; “Welcome to the 60s,” July 30-Aug. 15.
Dinner and show is $38.50 plus tax Monday through Wednesday; $41.50 plus tax Thursday through Saturday and Saturday only matinees $25. For a reservation call 260-454-0603 or check out www.TheNewHuntington.com
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Club Calendar
Thursday, May 14
Bee Happy Quilter's--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Aprons presented by Betty Johnloz. Row Robin due. Show and tell. Public welcome. For more information call 824-1463.
Saturday, May 16
River Terrace Estates--Chet Baumgartner; 9:30 in Healthcare.
Sunday, May 17
River Terrace Estates--Fred Sprunger and Joan Swartz singing and playing piano; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Monday, May 18
Sigma Phi Gamma Social--Corner Depot; 6:30 p.m. Hostess is Norma Smith. Call 824-1314.
Tuesday, May 19
Chester Nightclubbers--Rittenhouse Restaurant; noon.
Wednesday, May 20
Kitco Retirees--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Book Study Club--First United Methodist Church; 12:45 p.m.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
Every Thursday
TOPS — First United Methodist Church; 6:30 weigh-in. 7 p.m. meeting.
Let's Play Bingo! — Cowboy's Restaurant in Bluffton on Main Street every Thursday night at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Coon Hunters Assoc.
Every Friday Evening
Parent’s Averting Crisis (PAC) — 122 West LaMar St.; 7:30-9 p.m.; $1/person.
Bee Happy Quilter's--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Aprons presented by Betty Johnloz. Row Robin due. Show and tell. Public welcome. For more information call 824-1463.
Saturday, May 16
River Terrace Estates--Chet Baumgartner; 9:30 in Healthcare.
Sunday, May 17
River Terrace Estates--Fred Sprunger and Joan Swartz singing and playing piano; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Monday, May 18
Sigma Phi Gamma Social--Corner Depot; 6:30 p.m. Hostess is Norma Smith. Call 824-1314.
Tuesday, May 19
Chester Nightclubbers--Rittenhouse Restaurant; noon.
Wednesday, May 20
Kitco Retirees--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Book Study Club--First United Methodist Church; 12:45 p.m.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
Every Thursday
TOPS — First United Methodist Church; 6:30 weigh-in. 7 p.m. meeting.
Let's Play Bingo! — Cowboy's Restaurant in Bluffton on Main Street every Thursday night at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Coon Hunters Assoc.
Every Friday Evening
Parent’s Averting Crisis (PAC) — 122 West LaMar St.; 7:30-9 p.m.; $1/person.
What's Up
Wesleyan Heritage bake sale May 16
Wesleyan Heritage Academy will be sponsor a bake sale Saturday May 16 beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the Bluffton Dairy Queen. All proceeds will go toward the Academy's new Rosetta Stone Foreign Language Program.
Wizard of Oz
Auditions at the Pulse Opera House May 17
How many times have you watched the Wizard of Oz and wished you could visit that magical land? Now you can! Auditions for the classic tale of Brains, Courage, Heart and Home are on Sunday, May 17 beginning at 2 p.m. Roles are available for all ages.
Auditions will be held on Sunday, May 17 beginning at 2:00 p.m. with auditions for Dorothy, the Tin Man, the Lion, the Scarecrow, the Wizard, the Wicked witch and Glinda. Munchkin (children age 5 and up) auditions will be at 4 p.m. and chorus auditions will be at 5 p.m. Everyone auditioning should come prepared to sing. Those who are auditioning for main roles should prepare a song from the show. Children should be prepared to sing as well.
The show dates are July 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24 and 25. Rehearsals are held Monday through Friday evenings, although not everyone is called every evening. We are also looking for adults to assist with costumes, set building and to help oversee the children in the show.
Elementary Prom May 23
The Wells Community Boys and Girls Club will sponsor an Elementary Prom for those in grade kindergarten through sixth grade Saturday, May 23 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the club located at 1410 S. Wayne St., Bluffton. The theme will be “Under the Sea.” Cost is $5 per person. For more information call 824-5070.
Senior lunch
May 27 in Berne
The May Senior Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, May 27, at noon at the South Adams Senior Center at 825 Hendricks Street in Berne.
The menu will include: baked chicken breast with gravy, cheesy potatoes, green beans, roll and butter, chocolate cake, coffee and lemonade. The meal will be catered by Norm's Preble Gardens. May birthdays and anniversaries will be acknowledged and door prizes will be given away.
The entertainment will be furnished by Cassie Bertsch. She will perform vocals, piano, and guitar.
Cost is $5 per person. Please call the Senior Center to sign up at 589-8877 by Tuesday, May 26.
Sound of Music
tryouts May 28
Auditions are now being scheduled for “The Sound of Music,” which will be presented during this year’s Swiss Days celebration in Berne.
Try-outs are open to area children, teens and adults, and are set for Thursday, May 28, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. and Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Auditioning individuals should come prepared to sing a song from one of the following categories: children, “My Favorite Things;” women, “The Sound of Music;” and men, “Edelweiss.” An accompanist will be provided. (5/7)
Basket Making Class June 16
The South Adams Senior Center will offer a Basket Making Class taught by Wilma Rigby Tuesday, June 16 from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. Cost of the class will be $10 per person and all materials will be ready and cut for the class.
The basket to be made will be a Napkin Basket and you will be able to take it with you when you leave. The size of the class will be limited to the first 10 people that sign up and we will take reservations until Friday, June 5, 2009.
To sign up for the class please call the South Adams Senior Center at 589-8877. This class is open to all persons age 16 and above.
Wesleyan Heritage Academy will be sponsor a bake sale Saturday May 16 beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the Bluffton Dairy Queen. All proceeds will go toward the Academy's new Rosetta Stone Foreign Language Program.
Wizard of Oz
Auditions at the Pulse Opera House May 17
How many times have you watched the Wizard of Oz and wished you could visit that magical land? Now you can! Auditions for the classic tale of Brains, Courage, Heart and Home are on Sunday, May 17 beginning at 2 p.m. Roles are available for all ages.
Auditions will be held on Sunday, May 17 beginning at 2:00 p.m. with auditions for Dorothy, the Tin Man, the Lion, the Scarecrow, the Wizard, the Wicked witch and Glinda. Munchkin (children age 5 and up) auditions will be at 4 p.m. and chorus auditions will be at 5 p.m. Everyone auditioning should come prepared to sing. Those who are auditioning for main roles should prepare a song from the show. Children should be prepared to sing as well.
The show dates are July 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24 and 25. Rehearsals are held Monday through Friday evenings, although not everyone is called every evening. We are also looking for adults to assist with costumes, set building and to help oversee the children in the show.
Elementary Prom May 23
The Wells Community Boys and Girls Club will sponsor an Elementary Prom for those in grade kindergarten through sixth grade Saturday, May 23 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the club located at 1410 S. Wayne St., Bluffton. The theme will be “Under the Sea.” Cost is $5 per person. For more information call 824-5070.
Senior lunch
May 27 in Berne
The May Senior Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, May 27, at noon at the South Adams Senior Center at 825 Hendricks Street in Berne.
The menu will include: baked chicken breast with gravy, cheesy potatoes, green beans, roll and butter, chocolate cake, coffee and lemonade. The meal will be catered by Norm's Preble Gardens. May birthdays and anniversaries will be acknowledged and door prizes will be given away.
The entertainment will be furnished by Cassie Bertsch. She will perform vocals, piano, and guitar.
Cost is $5 per person. Please call the Senior Center to sign up at 589-8877 by Tuesday, May 26.
Sound of Music
tryouts May 28
Auditions are now being scheduled for “The Sound of Music,” which will be presented during this year’s Swiss Days celebration in Berne.
Try-outs are open to area children, teens and adults, and are set for Thursday, May 28, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. and Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Auditioning individuals should come prepared to sing a song from one of the following categories: children, “My Favorite Things;” women, “The Sound of Music;” and men, “Edelweiss.” An accompanist will be provided. (5/7)
Basket Making Class June 16
The South Adams Senior Center will offer a Basket Making Class taught by Wilma Rigby Tuesday, June 16 from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. Cost of the class will be $10 per person and all materials will be ready and cut for the class.
The basket to be made will be a Napkin Basket and you will be able to take it with you when you leave. The size of the class will be limited to the first 10 people that sign up and we will take reservations until Friday, June 5, 2009.
To sign up for the class please call the South Adams Senior Center at 589-8877. This class is open to all persons age 16 and above.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Montpelier taking Civil War Monument orders
The Montpelier Historical Society is now taking orders for bricks or rose mountain granite blocks that will comprise the Blackford County Civil War Monument walkway.
There are veterans from as early as the Revolutionary War, Spanish-American War and Civil War who are currently recognized on the walkway, as well as many who served in the wars and conflicts that followed.
The monument and walkway, located on the southwest corner of the Courthouse Square in Hartford City, will instill remembrance of some of our local history for future generations.
Forms are available at the Montpelier Public Library or at Neff Realty Office at 209 West Huntington Street in Montpelier.
Copies of the book Indiana Civil War Veterans, Blackford County, 1861-1865 by Orville Uggen, Jr. are also available. This book includes updated material since its original publication in 2004. Information is available at the locations mentioned above.
There are veterans from as early as the Revolutionary War, Spanish-American War and Civil War who are currently recognized on the walkway, as well as many who served in the wars and conflicts that followed.
The monument and walkway, located on the southwest corner of the Courthouse Square in Hartford City, will instill remembrance of some of our local history for future generations.
Forms are available at the Montpelier Public Library or at Neff Realty Office at 209 West Huntington Street in Montpelier.
Copies of the book Indiana Civil War Veterans, Blackford County, 1861-1865 by Orville Uggen, Jr. are also available. This book includes updated material since its original publication in 2004. Information is available at the locations mentioned above.
Club Calendar
Thursday, May 14
Bee Happy Quilter's--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Aprons presented by Betty Johnloz. Row Robin due. Show and tell. Public welcome. For more information call 824-1463.
Saturday, May 16
River Terrace Estates--Chet Baumgartner; 9:30 in Healthcare.
Sunday, May 17
River Terrace Estates--Fred Sprunger and Joan Swartz singing and playing piano; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Monday, May 18
Sigma Phi Gamma Social--Corner Depot; 6:30 p.m. Hostess is Norma Smith. Call 824-1314.
Bee Happy Quilter's--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Aprons presented by Betty Johnloz. Row Robin due. Show and tell. Public welcome. For more information call 824-1463.
Saturday, May 16
River Terrace Estates--Chet Baumgartner; 9:30 in Healthcare.
Sunday, May 17
River Terrace Estates--Fred Sprunger and Joan Swartz singing and playing piano; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Monday, May 18
Sigma Phi Gamma Social--Corner Depot; 6:30 p.m. Hostess is Norma Smith. Call 824-1314.
What (is) Up!
Bluffton Farmers Market held on
Saturdays
One can find a variety of plants, flowers, crafts and food items at the Bluffton Farmers’ Market, located at the Washington Commons on Wednesday nights from 5 to 8 p.m. and Saturday Mornings from 8 a.m. to noon.
Master Garden
Plant and Seed Sale May 16
The Wells County Master Gardeners will hold an annual and perennial plant and seed sale Saturday, May 16 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Farmer's Market located east of the Wells County Public Library in Bluffton. All proceeds will go to the Wells County Master Gardeners program.
Free concert in the park May 16
Park United Brethren Church will sponsor a free concert in the park Saturday, May 16 at Washington Park in Bluffton, located on South Bennett Street. There will be free food and games from 3:30 to 5 p.m. The concert, featuring Brent A. Cooper (Memories of The King), from 5 to 7 p.m. For more information call 260-824-0887 or visit Memories of the King at: web.me.com/MemoriesOfTheKing.
Free Women's Self Defense Class
May 16
A Free Women’s Self Defense Class will be held Saturday, May 16 from 9 a.m. to noon in the City Gym for ladies age 14 and up.
Students will learn pressure point techniques to defend themselves from attackers and receive self defense sticks. Those interested in participating must call 824-6069 to register by May 15.
Swim Lesson
Registration May 16
The Bluffton Parks and Recreation Swim Lesson registration will be held Saturday, May 16 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Wells Community Swimming Pool. Lessons are held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in June or July for three weeks for students who have completed Kindergarten and older.
New Tot swim is for children age four to pre kindergarten for three Saturday lessons in July from 11 to 11:45 a.m. with a parent. Cost for any swim lesson is $5.50 per child. Call 824-6069.
Half day summer kids camp planned
A half day summer kids camp for children finishing Kindergarten through third grade will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8 a.m. to noon.
Students will receive an hour gymnastic lesson, an hour tennis lesson, free play and snack, and an hour of swim lesson. Cost is $30 for June 8-26 or July 6-24. Call to register at 824-6069. Limited enrollment.
CAC spring ballet performance May 17
The Creative Arts Council School of Ballet annual spring performance will be held at the Life Center Auditorium at 428 S. Oak Street, Bluffton, Sunday, May 17 at 3:30 p.m. Admission is free.
Audience members are encouraged to relax and enjoy the program. It will be a satirical story danced by young and local talent. CAC's ballerinas will be dancing in “Gala Performance” in which four ballerinas (Russian, Italian, French and American) strive to outperform each other. Prepare to be humored and impressed during this event featuring students at all levels of skills and learning in the classical dance art form! For more information log onto: www.wellscocrativearts.com or call 260-824-5222.
Steven Higgs to speak May 17 in Montpelier
Steven K. Higgs, former minister of the Montpelier Church of Christ, will be guest speaker at the church on Sunday, May 17.
Since Steve and his wife Carol left Montpelier, he has been deeply involved in Prison Evangelism in Illinois. This program depends entirely upon the support of the Christian Churches and Churches of Christ (independent). In June, Steve will celebrate 35 years of serving in full-time Prison Evangelism.
The public is welcome to attend services at 10:30 a.m. at the Montpelier Church of Christ, 206 West Huntington Street on May 17 and learn of some of his experiences through those years of trying to lead imprisoned men to Christ. A carry-in dinner will follow the morning Worship Hour.
Wick's Bus Tour
May 21
The Bluffton Parks Department in cooperation with Life Church will be host a Bus Tour May 21, 2009 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The tour will include a stop at Wick’s Pie Factory, Silver Towne and Ghyslain’s Chocolate Factory. Cost is $15. Lunch will be on your own at Mrs. Wicks Restaurant.
To purchase a ticket stop by the Clerk Treasurer’s office in City Hall. For more information please call 824-6069.
Saturdays
One can find a variety of plants, flowers, crafts and food items at the Bluffton Farmers’ Market, located at the Washington Commons on Wednesday nights from 5 to 8 p.m. and Saturday Mornings from 8 a.m. to noon.
Master Garden
Plant and Seed Sale May 16
The Wells County Master Gardeners will hold an annual and perennial plant and seed sale Saturday, May 16 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Farmer's Market located east of the Wells County Public Library in Bluffton. All proceeds will go to the Wells County Master Gardeners program.
Free concert in the park May 16
Park United Brethren Church will sponsor a free concert in the park Saturday, May 16 at Washington Park in Bluffton, located on South Bennett Street. There will be free food and games from 3:30 to 5 p.m. The concert, featuring Brent A. Cooper (Memories of The King), from 5 to 7 p.m. For more information call 260-824-0887 or visit Memories of the King at: web.me.com/MemoriesOfTheKing.
Free Women's Self Defense Class
May 16
A Free Women’s Self Defense Class will be held Saturday, May 16 from 9 a.m. to noon in the City Gym for ladies age 14 and up.
Students will learn pressure point techniques to defend themselves from attackers and receive self defense sticks. Those interested in participating must call 824-6069 to register by May 15.
Swim Lesson
Registration May 16
The Bluffton Parks and Recreation Swim Lesson registration will be held Saturday, May 16 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Wells Community Swimming Pool. Lessons are held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in June or July for three weeks for students who have completed Kindergarten and older.
New Tot swim is for children age four to pre kindergarten for three Saturday lessons in July from 11 to 11:45 a.m. with a parent. Cost for any swim lesson is $5.50 per child. Call 824-6069.
Half day summer kids camp planned
A half day summer kids camp for children finishing Kindergarten through third grade will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8 a.m. to noon.
Students will receive an hour gymnastic lesson, an hour tennis lesson, free play and snack, and an hour of swim lesson. Cost is $30 for June 8-26 or July 6-24. Call to register at 824-6069. Limited enrollment.
CAC spring ballet performance May 17
The Creative Arts Council School of Ballet annual spring performance will be held at the Life Center Auditorium at 428 S. Oak Street, Bluffton, Sunday, May 17 at 3:30 p.m. Admission is free.
Audience members are encouraged to relax and enjoy the program. It will be a satirical story danced by young and local talent. CAC's ballerinas will be dancing in “Gala Performance” in which four ballerinas (Russian, Italian, French and American) strive to outperform each other. Prepare to be humored and impressed during this event featuring students at all levels of skills and learning in the classical dance art form! For more information log onto: www.wellscocrativearts.com or call 260-824-5222.
Steven Higgs to speak May 17 in Montpelier
Steven K. Higgs, former minister of the Montpelier Church of Christ, will be guest speaker at the church on Sunday, May 17.
Since Steve and his wife Carol left Montpelier, he has been deeply involved in Prison Evangelism in Illinois. This program depends entirely upon the support of the Christian Churches and Churches of Christ (independent). In June, Steve will celebrate 35 years of serving in full-time Prison Evangelism.
The public is welcome to attend services at 10:30 a.m. at the Montpelier Church of Christ, 206 West Huntington Street on May 17 and learn of some of his experiences through those years of trying to lead imprisoned men to Christ. A carry-in dinner will follow the morning Worship Hour.
Wick's Bus Tour
May 21
The Bluffton Parks Department in cooperation with Life Church will be host a Bus Tour May 21, 2009 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The tour will include a stop at Wick’s Pie Factory, Silver Towne and Ghyslain’s Chocolate Factory. Cost is $15. Lunch will be on your own at Mrs. Wicks Restaurant.
To purchase a ticket stop by the Clerk Treasurer’s office in City Hall. For more information please call 824-6069.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Bus Tour Tickets Still Available!!
Bluffton Parks Department in cooperation with Life Church will be hosting a
Bus Tour on May 21st from 7am-5pm. Tour includes a stop at Wick’s Pie
Factory, Silver Towne and Ghyslain’s Chocolate Factory. Cost is $15 and
lunch is on your own at Mrs. Wicks Restaurant. To purchase a ticket stop by
the Clerk Treasurer’s office in City Hall. For more information please call
824-6069.
Bus Tour on May 21st from 7am-5pm. Tour includes a stop at Wick’s Pie
Factory, Silver Towne and Ghyslain’s Chocolate Factory. Cost is $15 and
lunch is on your own at Mrs. Wicks Restaurant. To purchase a ticket stop by
the Clerk Treasurer’s office in City Hall. For more information please call
824-6069.
Things to do from Bluffton Parks
Free Women’s Self Defense Class – Will be held May 16th from 9-12 in the
City Gym for ladies age 14 and up. Students will learn pressure point
techniques to defend themselves from attackers and receive self defense
sticks. Must call 824-6069 to register by May 15.
Swim Lesson Registration is May 16th from 10:30-12:30 at the WC Pool.
Lessons are M-W-F in June or July for 3 weeks for students who have
completed Kindergarten and older. New Tot swim is for children 4-pre K for
3 Saturday lessons in July from 11-11:45 with a parent. Cost for any swim
lesson is $5.50 per child. For more information call 824-6069.
½ day summer kids camp - Children finishing K-3rd grade may participate in
a M-W-F camp from 8am – noon. Students will receive an hour gymnastic
lesson, an hour tennis lesson, free play & snack, and an hour of swim
lesson. Cost is $30 for June 8-26th or July 6-24th. Call to register at
824-6069. Limited enrollment.
City Gym for ladies age 14 and up. Students will learn pressure point
techniques to defend themselves from attackers and receive self defense
sticks. Must call 824-6069 to register by May 15.
Swim Lesson Registration is May 16th from 10:30-12:30 at the WC Pool.
Lessons are M-W-F in June or July for 3 weeks for students who have
completed Kindergarten and older. New Tot swim is for children 4-pre K for
3 Saturday lessons in July from 11-11:45 with a parent. Cost for any swim
lesson is $5.50 per child. For more information call 824-6069.
½ day summer kids camp - Children finishing K-3rd grade may participate in
a M-W-F camp from 8am – noon. Students will receive an hour gymnastic
lesson, an hour tennis lesson, free play & snack, and an hour of swim
lesson. Cost is $30 for June 8-26th or July 6-24th. Call to register at
824-6069. Limited enrollment.
Club Calendar
Wednesday, May 13
Poplar Grove Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Six Mile Women United--Home of Gerry Claghorn; 7 p.m.
Thursday, May 14
Bee Happy Quilter's--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Aprons presented by Betty Johnloz. Row Robin due. Show and tell. Public welcome. For more information call 824-1463.
Saturday, May 16
River Terrace Estates--Chet Baumgartner; 9:30 in Healthcare.
Sunday, May 17
River Terrace Estates--Fred Sprunger and Joan Swartz singing and playing piano; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Every Wednesday
The Kiwanis of Greater Bluffton Club meets at noon every Wednesday at TimberRidge Golf Course for lunch and a brief meeting. For more information call Jon Brown at 824-4095.
Every Thursday
TOPS — First United Methodist Church; 6:30 weigh-in. 7 p.m. meeting.
Let's Play Bingo! — Cowboy's Restaurant in Bluffton on Main Street every Thursday night at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Coon Hunters Assoc.
Poplar Grove Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Six Mile Women United--Home of Gerry Claghorn; 7 p.m.
Thursday, May 14
Bee Happy Quilter's--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Aprons presented by Betty Johnloz. Row Robin due. Show and tell. Public welcome. For more information call 824-1463.
Saturday, May 16
River Terrace Estates--Chet Baumgartner; 9:30 in Healthcare.
Sunday, May 17
River Terrace Estates--Fred Sprunger and Joan Swartz singing and playing piano; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Every Wednesday
The Kiwanis of Greater Bluffton Club meets at noon every Wednesday at TimberRidge Golf Course for lunch and a brief meeting. For more information call Jon Brown at 824-4095.
Every Thursday
TOPS — First United Methodist Church; 6:30 weigh-in. 7 p.m. meeting.
Let's Play Bingo! — Cowboy's Restaurant in Bluffton on Main Street every Thursday night at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Coon Hunters Assoc.
What is Up?
Indiana Equal Pay Day May 13
Wednesday, May 13, 2009 marks the day Indiana women, on average, “catch up” to men’s earnings from 2008. To mark the occasion, several women’s organizations will be holding a press conference in the Allen County Public Library plaza Wednesday morning at 9 am.
Speakers from the Fort Wayne chapter of the American Association of University Women, the Fort Wayne Women’s Bureau and Fort Wayne Feminists will speak.
Pancake and
sausage breakfast May 16
The South Adams Senior Center will be host a pancake and sausage breakfast Saturday, May 16 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Lehman Park Pavilion in Berne.
This event will be sponsored by the Board of Directors of the South Adams Senior Center and proceeds from the event will go for upkeep, activities, and operating expenses for the Senior Center. Donations will be accepted for the breakfast. The menu will include pancakes, sausage, applesauce, orange juice and coffee.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009 marks the day Indiana women, on average, “catch up” to men’s earnings from 2008. To mark the occasion, several women’s organizations will be holding a press conference in the Allen County Public Library plaza Wednesday morning at 9 am.
Speakers from the Fort Wayne chapter of the American Association of University Women, the Fort Wayne Women’s Bureau and Fort Wayne Feminists will speak.
Pancake and
sausage breakfast May 16
The South Adams Senior Center will be host a pancake and sausage breakfast Saturday, May 16 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Lehman Park Pavilion in Berne.
This event will be sponsored by the Board of Directors of the South Adams Senior Center and proceeds from the event will go for upkeep, activities, and operating expenses for the Senior Center. Donations will be accepted for the breakfast. The menu will include pancakes, sausage, applesauce, orange juice and coffee.
Monday, May 11, 2009
See and Do in and around Wells County
BLUFFTON
THE GOSPEL BARN
The Gospel Barn, 3550 St. Rd. 1 south, Bluffton. Doors open at 6 p.m., pre-concert at 7 p.m., featured artist at 7:30 p.m., Admission $5 adults & free to those 12 and under. Concessions. 260-827-0362 or at www.goselbarnofbluffton.com
KINGSMEN QUARTET—Saturday, May 16, from Candier, NC
LEFEVRE QUARTET—Saturday, May 23, from Gainesville, GA.
BRYANT
GOODTIMES THEATRE AT
BEARCREEK FARM’
STARS OF AMERICAN BANDSTAND—Saturday, May 16, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35 dinner & show. (Danny and the Juniors)
THE GOSPEL BARN
The Gospel Barn, 3550 St. Rd. 1 south, Bluffton. Doors open at 6 p.m., pre-concert at 7 p.m., featured artist at 7:30 p.m., Admission $5 adults & free to those 12 and under. Concessions. 260-827-0362 or at www.goselbarnofbluffton.com
KINGSMEN QUARTET—Saturday, May 16, from Candier, NC
LEFEVRE QUARTET—Saturday, May 23, from Gainesville, GA.
BRYANT
GOODTIMES THEATRE AT
BEARCREEK FARM’
STARS OF AMERICAN BANDSTAND—Saturday, May 16, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35 dinner & show. (Danny and the Juniors)
Club Calendar
Monday, May 11
Wells County Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer support group--Wells County Center on Aging, 225 West Water St. in Bluffton; 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Sigma Phi Gamma Sorority--Business Meeting; 7:30 p.m. at Judy Maxwell’s home
Wednesday, May 13
Poplar Grove Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Six Mile Women United--Home of Gerry Claghorn; 7 p.m.
Thursday, May 14
Bee Happy Quilter's--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Aprons presented by Betty Johnloz. Row Robin due. Show and tell. Public welcome. For more information call 824-1463.
Saturday, May 16
River Terrace Estates--Chet Baumgartner; 9:30 in Healthcare.
Sunday, May 17
River Terrace Estates--Fred Sprunger and Joan Swartz singing and playing piano; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
Every Wednesday
10 a.m.-Noon — Bluffton Parks Department, City Hall on second floor. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. For information, call Bluffton Parks and Recreation at 824-6069.
Wells County Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer support group--Wells County Center on Aging, 225 West Water St. in Bluffton; 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Sigma Phi Gamma Sorority--Business Meeting; 7:30 p.m. at Judy Maxwell’s home
Wednesday, May 13
Poplar Grove Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Six Mile Women United--Home of Gerry Claghorn; 7 p.m.
Thursday, May 14
Bee Happy Quilter's--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Aprons presented by Betty Johnloz. Row Robin due. Show and tell. Public welcome. For more information call 824-1463.
Saturday, May 16
River Terrace Estates--Chet Baumgartner; 9:30 in Healthcare.
Sunday, May 17
River Terrace Estates--Fred Sprunger and Joan Swartz singing and playing piano; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
Every Wednesday
10 a.m.-Noon — Bluffton Parks Department, City Hall on second floor. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. For information, call Bluffton Parks and Recreation at 824-6069.
What's UP!
Covenant Christian fundraiser May 12
Bluffton Covenant Christian School will be sponsor a fundraiser at Wendy's Tuesday, May 12 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Free Spring
Gardening Classes offered
Free Spring Gardening Classes: at Janet's Garden Center, 1225 S. Scott St., Bluffton. Every Thursday 6:00-6:30 p.m. April-May. Check out our website for classes: www.janetsgardencenter.com or call 260-824-2695. May 14: Butterfly Gardens. (Pd. Advt.)
Bake Sale May 15 at Montpelier
The Montpelier Friends of the Library will be sponsor a bake sale on Friday, May 15, at Pacesetter Bank beginning at 9 a.m.
Pork & sauerkraut supper May 16
The Ossian United Methodist Church will sponsor a pork and sauerkraut supper Saturday, May 16 from 4 to 7 p.m. in the Family Fellowship Center at 201 W. Mill Street in Ossian.
The menu will include pork and sauerkraut, real mashed postatoes and gravy, green beans or carrots, applesauce, pie or cake, coffee, milk, iced tea or water.
Tickets in advance are $7 for adults, $3.50 for children ages five to 10 and free for children under age five.
Tickets at the door are $8 for adults, $4 for children.
Carry outs will be available.
Bluffton Covenant Christian School will be sponsor a fundraiser at Wendy's Tuesday, May 12 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Free Spring
Gardening Classes offered
Free Spring Gardening Classes: at Janet's Garden Center, 1225 S. Scott St., Bluffton. Every Thursday 6:00-6:30 p.m. April-May. Check out our website for classes: www.janetsgardencenter.com or call 260-824-2695. May 14: Butterfly Gardens. (Pd. Advt.)
Bake Sale May 15 at Montpelier
The Montpelier Friends of the Library will be sponsor a bake sale on Friday, May 15, at Pacesetter Bank beginning at 9 a.m.
Pork & sauerkraut supper May 16
The Ossian United Methodist Church will sponsor a pork and sauerkraut supper Saturday, May 16 from 4 to 7 p.m. in the Family Fellowship Center at 201 W. Mill Street in Ossian.
The menu will include pork and sauerkraut, real mashed postatoes and gravy, green beans or carrots, applesauce, pie or cake, coffee, milk, iced tea or water.
Tickets in advance are $7 for adults, $3.50 for children ages five to 10 and free for children under age five.
Tickets at the door are $8 for adults, $4 for children.
Carry outs will be available.
Friday, May 8, 2009
Club Calendar
Saturday, May 9
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82, 3501 Harris Road, Fort Wayne. Meeting at 9 a.m. Breakfast at 7 a.m.
River Terrace Estates--Ked Moser singing and playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Monday, May 11
Wells County Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer support group--Wells County Center on Aging, 225 West Water St. in Bluffton; 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82, 3501 Harris Road, Fort Wayne. Meeting at 9 a.m. Breakfast at 7 a.m.
River Terrace Estates--Ked Moser singing and playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Monday, May 11
Wells County Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer support group--Wells County Center on Aging, 225 West Water St. in Bluffton; 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Whatz' Uup?
Connor Whitesell Fundraiser May 9
Mother's Day flowers will be sold, along with a bake sale Saturday, May 9 at Villa North parking lot. Proceeds will go toward the Connor Whitesell family.
Along with the flowers and baked goods, t-shirts and Connor signs will be available for sale. Direct donations will also be accepted during the event. Call 824-2820 for more information.
May Day Bird Count Saturday
On the second Saturday in May each year the Audubon Society sponsors the Big May Day Bird Count.
On Saturday, May 9, birders from all over the state will report the number of each species of birds they see that day. Wells County compiler is Kathy Fuller at 1111 Orchard Circle in Bluffton. Her phone number is 824-4525.
The Adams County compiler is Larry Parker. He can be reached at 724-2445.
Homemaker's
Festival May 21
The Wells County Extension Homemakers will hold their year end celebration Thursday, May 21 during the Homemaker's Festival at the Wells Community Building in Bluffton. Registration will begin at 5:30 p.m. The program will start at 6 p.m. with a dinner. The menu will include: Chicken Cordon Bleu, cheesy potatoes, honey glazed carrots, salad, rolls, choice of beverages and desserts (Texas Sheet Cake or Pineapple Sheet Cake.)
Celebrations taking place will be choral numbers by the Wells County Chorus. They will honor 90 year old members, 50 year club members, memorial service for deceased members, new members joining during the past year, installation of new officers and voting for the Cultural Art Exhibit that will be taken for state competition. The theme for the evening is “Picnic in the Park.” The program is being planned by JT-5 Club. The food will be prepared by the UYB Club. Reservations are needed by Monday, May 11. Cost is $10. Those wanting to attend can write a check to Wells County Extension Homemakers and send it to Janice Walker at 2672W--900S., Poneto, IN 46781-9610.
Mother's Day flowers will be sold, along with a bake sale Saturday, May 9 at Villa North parking lot. Proceeds will go toward the Connor Whitesell family.
Along with the flowers and baked goods, t-shirts and Connor signs will be available for sale. Direct donations will also be accepted during the event. Call 824-2820 for more information.
May Day Bird Count Saturday
On the second Saturday in May each year the Audubon Society sponsors the Big May Day Bird Count.
On Saturday, May 9, birders from all over the state will report the number of each species of birds they see that day. Wells County compiler is Kathy Fuller at 1111 Orchard Circle in Bluffton. Her phone number is 824-4525.
The Adams County compiler is Larry Parker. He can be reached at 724-2445.
Homemaker's
Festival May 21
The Wells County Extension Homemakers will hold their year end celebration Thursday, May 21 during the Homemaker's Festival at the Wells Community Building in Bluffton. Registration will begin at 5:30 p.m. The program will start at 6 p.m. with a dinner. The menu will include: Chicken Cordon Bleu, cheesy potatoes, honey glazed carrots, salad, rolls, choice of beverages and desserts (Texas Sheet Cake or Pineapple Sheet Cake.)
Celebrations taking place will be choral numbers by the Wells County Chorus. They will honor 90 year old members, 50 year club members, memorial service for deceased members, new members joining during the past year, installation of new officers and voting for the Cultural Art Exhibit that will be taken for state competition. The theme for the evening is “Picnic in the Park.” The program is being planned by JT-5 Club. The food will be prepared by the UYB Club. Reservations are needed by Monday, May 11. Cost is $10. Those wanting to attend can write a check to Wells County Extension Homemakers and send it to Janice Walker at 2672W--900S., Poneto, IN 46781-9610.
Thursday, May 7, 2009
What's Up in Wells County
Connor Whitesell Fundraiser May 9
Mother's Day flowers will be sold, along with a bake sale Saturday, May 9 at Villa North parking lot. Proceeds will go toward the Connor Whitesell family.
Along with the flowers and baked goods, t-shirts and Connor signs will be available for sale. Direct donations will also be accepted during the event. Call 824-2820 for more information.
Mother's Day flowers will be sold, along with a bake sale Saturday, May 9 at Villa North parking lot. Proceeds will go toward the Connor Whitesell family.
Along with the flowers and baked goods, t-shirts and Connor signs will be available for sale. Direct donations will also be accepted during the event. Call 824-2820 for more information.
Club Calendar
Saturday, May 9
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82, 3501 Harris Road, Fort Wayne. Meeting at 9 a.m. Breakfast at 7 a.m.
River Terrace Estates--Ked Moser singing and playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Monday, May 11
Wells County Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer support group--Wells County Center on Aging, 225 West Water St. in Bluffton; 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 13
Poplar Grove Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82, 3501 Harris Road, Fort Wayne. Meeting at 9 a.m. Breakfast at 7 a.m.
River Terrace Estates--Ked Moser singing and playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Monday, May 11
Wells County Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer support group--Wells County Center on Aging, 225 West Water St. in Bluffton; 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 13
Poplar Grove Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Go, Do, See
FW’S EMBASSY THEATRE EVENTS.
TRIBUTE TO WALTER PAYTON—Wednesday, May 20, 7 p.m., speaker Dan Hampton, tickets $34 & $24.
AL JARREAU—Saturday, May 16, 8 p.m., $45, $50 & $55.
RON WHITE—Friday, June 5 7:30 p.m., $42.75.
DEREK TRUCKS BAND—Thursday, June 11, 7:30 p.m., tickets $29.75 & $39.75.
Ticket information at 260-424-1811 or through Ticketmaster. For groups of 20 or more call 260-420-3344.
FORT WAYNE
ARTLINK EVENTS
PRINT EXHIBITION—April 17 to May 20, 29th annual National Print Exhibition.
HALLWAY GALLERY—Lisa Schwaberow Kaleidoscope photos. HOURS— Tuesday through Thursday, noon to 5 p.m.; noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Artlink is located at 437 East Berry St., Fort Wayne. www.artlinkfw.com
HUNTINGTON
HUNTINGTON SUPPER CLUB
The New Huntington Theater in downtown Huntington is offering dinner theater through August. Currently on stage through May 9th is “Fascinating Rhythm!” with the musical memories of Mickey Rooney and Judy Garland. Also on the schedule is “That’s Amore,” June 22-July 8; “Puttin’ on the Ritz!,” July 10-28; “Welcome to the 60s,” July 30-Aug. 15.
Dinner and show is $38.50 plus tax Monday through Wednesday; $41.50 plus tax Thursday through Saturday and Saturday only matinees $25. For a reservation call 260-454-0603 or check out www.TheNewHuntington.com
FORT WAYNE DANCE COLLECTIVE
SIZZLIN’ SATURDAYS BALLROOM SOCIAL—Fort Wayne’s Dance Collective is offering a chance to sample ballroom dancing followed by general social dancing in a casual setting with Lori Keys at a 45 minute lesson on Saturday, May 16, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., FWDC Studio, 437 East Berry St., Bluffton, cost is $105 per person. To enroll call 260-424-6574.
FORT WAYNE
HEARTLAND CONCERT
The Heartland Chorale will present “Heartland Sings: American Classics” on Saturday, May 16, at 8 p.m. and Sunday,May 17, at 4 p.m. at the Plymouth Congregational Church in Fort Wayne. General admission is $19 with VIP seating $24. To arrange for tickets call 260-436-8080 or 866-745-7013
TRIBUTE TO WALTER PAYTON—Wednesday, May 20, 7 p.m., speaker Dan Hampton, tickets $34 & $24.
AL JARREAU—Saturday, May 16, 8 p.m., $45, $50 & $55.
RON WHITE—Friday, June 5 7:30 p.m., $42.75.
DEREK TRUCKS BAND—Thursday, June 11, 7:30 p.m., tickets $29.75 & $39.75.
Ticket information at 260-424-1811 or through Ticketmaster. For groups of 20 or more call 260-420-3344.
FORT WAYNE
ARTLINK EVENTS
PRINT EXHIBITION—April 17 to May 20, 29th annual National Print Exhibition.
HALLWAY GALLERY—Lisa Schwaberow Kaleidoscope photos. HOURS— Tuesday through Thursday, noon to 5 p.m.; noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Artlink is located at 437 East Berry St., Fort Wayne. www.artlinkfw.com
HUNTINGTON
HUNTINGTON SUPPER CLUB
The New Huntington Theater in downtown Huntington is offering dinner theater through August. Currently on stage through May 9th is “Fascinating Rhythm!” with the musical memories of Mickey Rooney and Judy Garland. Also on the schedule is “That’s Amore,” June 22-July 8; “Puttin’ on the Ritz!,” July 10-28; “Welcome to the 60s,” July 30-Aug. 15.
Dinner and show is $38.50 plus tax Monday through Wednesday; $41.50 plus tax Thursday through Saturday and Saturday only matinees $25. For a reservation call 260-454-0603 or check out www.TheNewHuntington.com
FORT WAYNE DANCE COLLECTIVE
SIZZLIN’ SATURDAYS BALLROOM SOCIAL—Fort Wayne’s Dance Collective is offering a chance to sample ballroom dancing followed by general social dancing in a casual setting with Lori Keys at a 45 minute lesson on Saturday, May 16, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., FWDC Studio, 437 East Berry St., Bluffton, cost is $105 per person. To enroll call 260-424-6574.
FORT WAYNE
HEARTLAND CONCERT
The Heartland Chorale will present “Heartland Sings: American Classics” on Saturday, May 16, at 8 p.m. and Sunday,May 17, at 4 p.m. at the Plymouth Congregational Church in Fort Wayne. General admission is $19 with VIP seating $24. To arrange for tickets call 260-436-8080 or 866-745-7013
What's Up (this rainy day?)
Online jigsaw puzzles available at library
Love jigsaw puzzles? Now you can put together beautiful 70 to 300-piece puzzles featuring the Wells County Public Library and our collections for free online. Pictures of the library, Harry Lindstrand paintings, dolls from the Compton O’Rider International Doll Collection, and more are now available.
The puzzles will be updated regularly, so check back often. www.jigidi.com/wells_county_public_library.php or follow the link at the library’s website at www.wellscolibrary.org.
Taco Heaven open Saturday
King's Highway Tabernacle Taco Heaven will be open Saturday, May 9 from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Bluffton Body and Repair at 804 W. Wabash Street, Bluffton.
Pain Support Group meeting May 11
C&C Bible Fellowship will sponsor a free CAPS (Combat Against Pain Support) support group meeting Monday, May 11 at 6:30 p.m. at 4383S-150E, Berne.
CAPS provides support and encouragement to those dealing with the challenges of living every day with pain. Call 260-592-7773 or 260-589-9022.
Create a Fairy
Garden May 13
Attract the "wee folk" by creating your own Fairy Garden with horticulturist Carrie Pence at the Wells County Public Library on Wednesday, May 13 at 6:30 p.m.
Build your garden alone or work as a team with your favorite fairy friend. Bring a shallow container with drainage that holds, at most, seven quarts of soil. Carrie, of Janet’s Garden Center, will provide the rest of the materials. Class fee of $20 due at registration. Class size limited. For more information or to sign up, stop by the library, or call 260-824-1612, or register online at www.wellscolibrary.org.
Sound of Music
tryouts May 28
Auditions are now being scheduled for “The Sound of Music,” which will be presented during this year’s Swiss Days celebration in Berne. Try-outs are open to area children, teens and adults, and are set for Thursday, May 28, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. and Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. A
uditioning individuals should come prepared to sing a song from one of the following categories: children, “My Favorite Things;” women, “The Sound of Music;” and men, “Edelweiss.” An accompanist will be provided.
5K Run/Walk June 6
The Monroe Lions Club will sponsor a 5K Run/Walk Saturday, June 6 at 8:15 a.m. Pre-registration is due by June 1, 2009. Entry fee is $15 for pre-registration or $18 the day of the race.
Te race will begin at the Adams County 4-H Fairgrounds in Monroe. It will follow a flat, blacktop course through Monroe. Call 260-692-6819 or email: cbowers@usppp.com.
Love jigsaw puzzles? Now you can put together beautiful 70 to 300-piece puzzles featuring the Wells County Public Library and our collections for free online. Pictures of the library, Harry Lindstrand paintings, dolls from the Compton O’Rider International Doll Collection, and more are now available.
The puzzles will be updated regularly, so check back often. www.jigidi.com/wells_county_public_library.php or follow the link at the library’s website at www.wellscolibrary.org.
Taco Heaven open Saturday
King's Highway Tabernacle Taco Heaven will be open Saturday, May 9 from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Bluffton Body and Repair at 804 W. Wabash Street, Bluffton.
Pain Support Group meeting May 11
C&C Bible Fellowship will sponsor a free CAPS (Combat Against Pain Support) support group meeting Monday, May 11 at 6:30 p.m. at 4383S-150E, Berne.
CAPS provides support and encouragement to those dealing with the challenges of living every day with pain. Call 260-592-7773 or 260-589-9022.
Create a Fairy
Garden May 13
Attract the "wee folk" by creating your own Fairy Garden with horticulturist Carrie Pence at the Wells County Public Library on Wednesday, May 13 at 6:30 p.m.
Build your garden alone or work as a team with your favorite fairy friend. Bring a shallow container with drainage that holds, at most, seven quarts of soil. Carrie, of Janet’s Garden Center, will provide the rest of the materials. Class fee of $20 due at registration. Class size limited. For more information or to sign up, stop by the library, or call 260-824-1612, or register online at www.wellscolibrary.org.
Sound of Music
tryouts May 28
Auditions are now being scheduled for “The Sound of Music,” which will be presented during this year’s Swiss Days celebration in Berne. Try-outs are open to area children, teens and adults, and are set for Thursday, May 28, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. and Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. A
uditioning individuals should come prepared to sing a song from one of the following categories: children, “My Favorite Things;” women, “The Sound of Music;” and men, “Edelweiss.” An accompanist will be provided.
5K Run/Walk June 6
The Monroe Lions Club will sponsor a 5K Run/Walk Saturday, June 6 at 8:15 a.m. Pre-registration is due by June 1, 2009. Entry fee is $15 for pre-registration or $18 the day of the race.
Te race will begin at the Adams County 4-H Fairgrounds in Monroe. It will follow a flat, blacktop course through Monroe. Call 260-692-6819 or email: cbowers@usppp.com.
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
What's Up in Wells County
Homemaker's Bus Trip taking reservations
The Wells County Extension Homemakers are sponsoring a three day bus trip to southern Indiana June 24-26. The trip will include visits to Lincoln boyhood sites, French Lick and West Baden. Prices vary and single-quad occupancy. For more information call Carol Baker at 260-622-7422. (5/4)
Happy Hour Luncheon May 14
Happy Hour will be back at the First Presbyterian Church on Dustman Road May 14 at noon. There will be music, fun and entertainment.
Anyone age 55 or older is welcome. Cost is $3.50 per person. For reservations call by Monday, May 11 to one of the following numbers: 824-2724, 824-0767, 824-1070, 824-0363 or 565-3387. (5/4)
Boys & Girls Club Bake Sale May 9
The Wells Community Boys and Girls Club will sponsor a bake sale at Wal-mart Saturday May 9 from 10 a.m. to 2p.m.
All proceeds go to the Boys and Girls Club It just takes one Campaign. (5/1)
Taco Heaven open May 9
King's Highway Tabernacle Taco Heaven will be open Saturday, May 9 from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Bluffton Body and Repair at 804 W. Wabash Street, Bluffton.
Pain Support Group meeting May 11
C&C Bible Fellowship will sponsor a free CAPS (Combat Against Pain Support) support group meeting Monday, May 11 at 6:30 p.m. at 4383S-150E, Berne.
CAPS provides support and encouragement to those dealing with the challenges of living every day with pain. For more information call 260-592-7773 or 260-589-9022.
Bake Sale May 15 at Montpelier
The Montpelier Friends of the Library will be sponsor a bake sale on Friday, May 15, at Pacesetter Bank beginning at 9 a.m.
Pork & sauerkraut supper May 16
The Ossian United Methodist Church will sponsor a pork and sauerkraut supper Saturday, May 16 from 4 to 7 p.m. in the Family Fellowship Center at 201 W. Mill Street in Ossian.
The menu will include pork and sauerkraut, real mashed postatoes and gravy, green beans or carrots, applesauce, pie or cake, coffee, milk, iced tea or water.
Tickets in advance are $7 for adults, $3.50 for children ages five to 10 and free for children under age five. Tickets at the door are $8 for adults, $4 for children. Carry outs will be available.
Pancake and sausage breakfast May 16
The South Adams Senior Center will be host a pancake and sausage breakfast Saturday, May 16 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Lehman Park Pavilion in Berne.
This event will be sponsored by the Board of Directors of the South Adams Senior Center and proceeds from the event will go for upkeep, activities, and operating expenses for the Senior Center. Donations will be accepted for the breakfast.
The menu will include pancakes, sausage, applesauce, orange juice and coffee.
Master Gardent Plant and Seed Sale May 16
The Wells County Master Gardeners will hold an annual and perennial plant and seed sale Saturday, May 16 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Farmer's Market located east of the Wells County Public Library in Bluffton.
All proceeds will go to the Wells County Master Gardeners program.
Free concert in the park May 16
Park United Brethren Church will sponsor a free concert in the park Saturday, May 16 at Washington Park in Bluffton, located on South Bennett Street.
There will be free food and games from 3:30 to 5 p.m. The concert, featuring Brent A. Cooper (Memories of The King), from 5 to 7 p.m.
For more information call 260-824-0887 or visit Memories of the King at: web.me.com/MemoriesOfTheKing.
Huntington Senior Expo May 21
The fifth annual Huntington County Senior Expo will be held Thursday, May 21 at the Huntington University Field House from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The council is currently looking for volunteers to help make the event memorable for everyone.
Anyone interested in helping can call 260-359-4410 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. (5/1)
Elementary Prom May 23
The Wells Community Boys and Girls Club will sponsor an Elementary Prom for those in grade kindergarten through sixth grade Saturday, May 23 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the club located at 1410 S. Wayne St., Bluffton. The theme will be “Under the Sea.” Cost is $5 per person. For more information call 824-5070.
Sound of Music tryouts May 28
Auditions are now being scheduled for “The Sound of Music,” which will be presented during this year’s Swiss Days celebration in Berne.
Try-outs are open to area children, teens and adults, and are set for Thursday, May 28, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. and Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Auditioning individuals should come prepared to sing a song from one of the following categories: children, “My Favorite Things;” women, “The Sound of Music;” and men, “Edelweiss.” An accompanist will be provided.
5K Run/Walk June 6
The Monroe Lions Club will sponsor a 5K Run/Walk Saturday, June 6 at 8:15 a.m. Pre-registration is due by June 1, 2009. Entry fee is $15 for pre-registration or $18 the day of the race.
Te race will begin at the Adams County 4-H Fairgrounds in Monroe. It will follow a flat, blacktop course through Monroe.
For more information call 260-692-6819 or email: cbowers@usppp.com.
Montpelier City Wide Garage Sales June 6
The Montpelier City Wide Garage Sales will be held Saturday, June 6. It will be sponsored by the Montpelier Chamber of Commerce. Proceeds from the sales go to help with projects the chamber is involved with.
Those wanting to have their sale put on the map will need to register at Neff insurance no later than June 2. Maps will be available on Wednesday afternoon at Neff Insurance, Neff Realty, The Pour House, and Pacesetter bank.
For more information call Judy at Neff Insurance 728-2462 or Kim at Smith insurance 728-2477.
Feast of Hunters' Moon Oct. 10-11
The Tippecanoe County Historical Association of Lafayette, will sponsor the 42nd annual Feast of the Hunters' Moon Oct. 10 and 11, 2009.
The “Feast” derives its name from the moon cycles of the Miami Indian calendar and is held annually along the banks of the Wabash River in the fall during the phase of the “Hunters' Moon.” The event represents the time of homecoming, feasting, dancing and celebrating from the earliest days of historic Fort Ouiatenon.
Ouiatenon was built in 1717 and then burned to the ground in 1791.
Education is a strong focus of the event Seven different arenas and stages plus numerous locations on the 30 acres of festival grounds feature performances by musicans, interpreters, military re-enactors and Native American groups.
For more information call 765-476-8411 or log onto: www.tippecanoehistory.org. (4/29)
The Wells County Extension Homemakers are sponsoring a three day bus trip to southern Indiana June 24-26. The trip will include visits to Lincoln boyhood sites, French Lick and West Baden. Prices vary and single-quad occupancy. For more information call Carol Baker at 260-622-7422. (5/4)
Happy Hour Luncheon May 14
Happy Hour will be back at the First Presbyterian Church on Dustman Road May 14 at noon. There will be music, fun and entertainment.
Anyone age 55 or older is welcome. Cost is $3.50 per person. For reservations call by Monday, May 11 to one of the following numbers: 824-2724, 824-0767, 824-1070, 824-0363 or 565-3387. (5/4)
Boys & Girls Club Bake Sale May 9
The Wells Community Boys and Girls Club will sponsor a bake sale at Wal-mart Saturday May 9 from 10 a.m. to 2p.m.
All proceeds go to the Boys and Girls Club It just takes one Campaign. (5/1)
Taco Heaven open May 9
King's Highway Tabernacle Taco Heaven will be open Saturday, May 9 from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Bluffton Body and Repair at 804 W. Wabash Street, Bluffton.
Pain Support Group meeting May 11
C&C Bible Fellowship will sponsor a free CAPS (Combat Against Pain Support) support group meeting Monday, May 11 at 6:30 p.m. at 4383S-150E, Berne.
CAPS provides support and encouragement to those dealing with the challenges of living every day with pain. For more information call 260-592-7773 or 260-589-9022.
Bake Sale May 15 at Montpelier
The Montpelier Friends of the Library will be sponsor a bake sale on Friday, May 15, at Pacesetter Bank beginning at 9 a.m.
Pork & sauerkraut supper May 16
The Ossian United Methodist Church will sponsor a pork and sauerkraut supper Saturday, May 16 from 4 to 7 p.m. in the Family Fellowship Center at 201 W. Mill Street in Ossian.
The menu will include pork and sauerkraut, real mashed postatoes and gravy, green beans or carrots, applesauce, pie or cake, coffee, milk, iced tea or water.
Tickets in advance are $7 for adults, $3.50 for children ages five to 10 and free for children under age five. Tickets at the door are $8 for adults, $4 for children. Carry outs will be available.
Pancake and sausage breakfast May 16
The South Adams Senior Center will be host a pancake and sausage breakfast Saturday, May 16 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Lehman Park Pavilion in Berne.
This event will be sponsored by the Board of Directors of the South Adams Senior Center and proceeds from the event will go for upkeep, activities, and operating expenses for the Senior Center. Donations will be accepted for the breakfast.
The menu will include pancakes, sausage, applesauce, orange juice and coffee.
Master Gardent Plant and Seed Sale May 16
The Wells County Master Gardeners will hold an annual and perennial plant and seed sale Saturday, May 16 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Farmer's Market located east of the Wells County Public Library in Bluffton.
All proceeds will go to the Wells County Master Gardeners program.
Free concert in the park May 16
Park United Brethren Church will sponsor a free concert in the park Saturday, May 16 at Washington Park in Bluffton, located on South Bennett Street.
There will be free food and games from 3:30 to 5 p.m. The concert, featuring Brent A. Cooper (Memories of The King), from 5 to 7 p.m.
For more information call 260-824-0887 or visit Memories of the King at: web.me.com/MemoriesOfTheKing.
Huntington Senior Expo May 21
The fifth annual Huntington County Senior Expo will be held Thursday, May 21 at the Huntington University Field House from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The council is currently looking for volunteers to help make the event memorable for everyone.
Anyone interested in helping can call 260-359-4410 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. (5/1)
Elementary Prom May 23
The Wells Community Boys and Girls Club will sponsor an Elementary Prom for those in grade kindergarten through sixth grade Saturday, May 23 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the club located at 1410 S. Wayne St., Bluffton. The theme will be “Under the Sea.” Cost is $5 per person. For more information call 824-5070.
Sound of Music tryouts May 28
Auditions are now being scheduled for “The Sound of Music,” which will be presented during this year’s Swiss Days celebration in Berne.
Try-outs are open to area children, teens and adults, and are set for Thursday, May 28, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. and Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Auditioning individuals should come prepared to sing a song from one of the following categories: children, “My Favorite Things;” women, “The Sound of Music;” and men, “Edelweiss.” An accompanist will be provided.
5K Run/Walk June 6
The Monroe Lions Club will sponsor a 5K Run/Walk Saturday, June 6 at 8:15 a.m. Pre-registration is due by June 1, 2009. Entry fee is $15 for pre-registration or $18 the day of the race.
Te race will begin at the Adams County 4-H Fairgrounds in Monroe. It will follow a flat, blacktop course through Monroe.
For more information call 260-692-6819 or email: cbowers@usppp.com.
Montpelier City Wide Garage Sales June 6
The Montpelier City Wide Garage Sales will be held Saturday, June 6. It will be sponsored by the Montpelier Chamber of Commerce. Proceeds from the sales go to help with projects the chamber is involved with.
Those wanting to have their sale put on the map will need to register at Neff insurance no later than June 2. Maps will be available on Wednesday afternoon at Neff Insurance, Neff Realty, The Pour House, and Pacesetter bank.
For more information call Judy at Neff Insurance 728-2462 or Kim at Smith insurance 728-2477.
Feast of Hunters' Moon Oct. 10-11
The Tippecanoe County Historical Association of Lafayette, will sponsor the 42nd annual Feast of the Hunters' Moon Oct. 10 and 11, 2009.
The “Feast” derives its name from the moon cycles of the Miami Indian calendar and is held annually along the banks of the Wabash River in the fall during the phase of the “Hunters' Moon.” The event represents the time of homecoming, feasting, dancing and celebrating from the earliest days of historic Fort Ouiatenon.
Ouiatenon was built in 1717 and then burned to the ground in 1791.
Education is a strong focus of the event Seven different arenas and stages plus numerous locations on the 30 acres of festival grounds feature performances by musicans, interpreters, military re-enactors and Native American groups.
For more information call 765-476-8411 or log onto: www.tippecanoehistory.org. (4/29)
Senior Expo Coming May 7
Thursday, May 7
9 a.m.-3 p.m.—Senior Expo at the 4-H Community Building. Expo is open to the public for people of all ages. Free breakfast and lunch with 50 vendors who will provide services and help to the community. Bluffton Regional Mobile Unit is also offering free Cholesteral and Blood Pressue screenings. For transportation to the Expo call WOW (Wells on Wheels) at 824-4WOW or 824-4969.
9 a.m.-3 p.m.—Senior Expo at the 4-H Community Building. Expo is open to the public for people of all ages. Free breakfast and lunch with 50 vendors who will provide services and help to the community. Bluffton Regional Mobile Unit is also offering free Cholesteral and Blood Pressue screenings. For transportation to the Expo call WOW (Wells on Wheels) at 824-4WOW or 824-4969.
Club Calendar
Saturday, May 9
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82, 3501 Harris Road, Fort Wayne. Meeting at 9 a.m. Breakfast at 7 a.m.
River Terrace Estates--Ked Moser singing and playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, May 10
River Terrace Estates--Joan Swartz at 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Monday, May 11
Wells County Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer support group--Wells County Center on Aging, 225 West Water St. in Bluffton; 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Every Thursday
TOPS — First United Methodist Church; 6:30 weigh-in. 7 p.m. meeting.
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82, 3501 Harris Road, Fort Wayne. Meeting at 9 a.m. Breakfast at 7 a.m.
River Terrace Estates--Ked Moser singing and playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, May 10
River Terrace Estates--Joan Swartz at 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Monday, May 11
Wells County Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer support group--Wells County Center on Aging, 225 West Water St. in Bluffton; 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Every Thursday
TOPS — First United Methodist Church; 6:30 weigh-in. 7 p.m. meeting.
Spring is here: Go do something already!
BLUFFTON
THE GOSPEL BARN
The Gospel Barn, 3550 St. Rd. 1 south, Bluffton. Doors open at 6 p.m., pre-concert at 7 p.m., featured artist at 7:30 p.m., Admission $5 adults & free to those 12 and under. Concessions. 260-827-0362 or at www.goselbarnofbluffton.com
TODD ALLEN FAMILY—Saturday, May 9, from Branson, MO.
KINGSMEN QUARTET—Saturday, May 16, from Candier, NC,
BRYANT
GOODTIMES THEATRE AT BEARCREEK FARM’
JIMMY BEAUMONT & THE SKYLINERS—Friday, May 8, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $25 dinner & show.
JIMMY FORTUNE OF THE STATLER BROTHERS—Saturday, May 9, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35 dinner & show.
STARS OF AMERICAN BANDSTAND—Saturday, May 16, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35 dinner & show. (Danny and the Juniors)
GIRLS FROM LAWRENCE WELK SHOW—Wednesday, May 20, 2 & 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, May 21, 2 p.m., $35. (Sandy, Mary Lou and Gail)
For more information and reservations call 260-997-6822 or check out www.bearcreekfarms.com
FORT WAYNE PHILHARMONIC CONCERTS
MASTERWORKS CONCERT—Saturday, May 9, 8 p.m., Embassy Theatre. “Passion in Dance and Song.”
POPS ON PIPES GRANDE PAGE ORGAN CONCERT—Sunday, May 10, 2 p.m. featuring Cletus Goens II and the FW Children’s Choir, tickets $14 adults & $7 for students.
There is a wide range of ticket prices for each series and for more information call 260-456-2224 or visit www.fortwaynephilharmonic.com Tickets at 260-481-0777.
FW’S SCIENCE CENTRAL EVENTS
EXHIBIT—Mission E: Exploring Engineering & Architecture—through May.
SUMMER SCIENCE CAMPS—Camps to run from June 8 to Aug. 14, for those ages 3 to 15, middle school students and those with special needs. For more information call 260-424-2400 ext. 451 or at www.sciencecenttral.org
Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Extended hours during March, April and May on Saturdays until 9 p.m. Admission is $7 for all except free to those 3 and under. More information at 260-424-2400 or at www.sciencecentral.org
FORT WAYNE COLISEUM EVENTS
KNIFE & GUN SHOW—Saturday and Sunday, May 16-17, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. $6 adults, $2 kids 6-12 and free to those 6 and under.
JEFF DUNHAM—May 30, 8 p.m.. $44.50
KEITH URBAN & TAYLOR SWIFT—Sunday, June 7, $20.
CELTIC WOMAN—Wednesday, June 24, 7:30 p.m., $40 & $57.
Tickets via Ticketmaster, Coliseum box office or by phone at 260-424-1811.
THE GOSPEL BARN
The Gospel Barn, 3550 St. Rd. 1 south, Bluffton. Doors open at 6 p.m., pre-concert at 7 p.m., featured artist at 7:30 p.m., Admission $5 adults & free to those 12 and under. Concessions. 260-827-0362 or at www.goselbarnofbluffton.com
TODD ALLEN FAMILY—Saturday, May 9, from Branson, MO.
KINGSMEN QUARTET—Saturday, May 16, from Candier, NC,
BRYANT
GOODTIMES THEATRE AT BEARCREEK FARM’
JIMMY BEAUMONT & THE SKYLINERS—Friday, May 8, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $25 dinner & show.
JIMMY FORTUNE OF THE STATLER BROTHERS—Saturday, May 9, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35 dinner & show.
STARS OF AMERICAN BANDSTAND—Saturday, May 16, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35 dinner & show. (Danny and the Juniors)
GIRLS FROM LAWRENCE WELK SHOW—Wednesday, May 20, 2 & 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, May 21, 2 p.m., $35. (Sandy, Mary Lou and Gail)
For more information and reservations call 260-997-6822 or check out www.bearcreekfarms.com
FORT WAYNE PHILHARMONIC CONCERTS
MASTERWORKS CONCERT—Saturday, May 9, 8 p.m., Embassy Theatre. “Passion in Dance and Song.”
POPS ON PIPES GRANDE PAGE ORGAN CONCERT—Sunday, May 10, 2 p.m. featuring Cletus Goens II and the FW Children’s Choir, tickets $14 adults & $7 for students.
There is a wide range of ticket prices for each series and for more information call 260-456-2224 or visit www.fortwaynephilharmonic.com Tickets at 260-481-0777.
FW’S SCIENCE CENTRAL EVENTS
EXHIBIT—Mission E: Exploring Engineering & Architecture—through May.
SUMMER SCIENCE CAMPS—Camps to run from June 8 to Aug. 14, for those ages 3 to 15, middle school students and those with special needs. For more information call 260-424-2400 ext. 451 or at www.sciencecenttral.org
Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Extended hours during March, April and May on Saturdays until 9 p.m. Admission is $7 for all except free to those 3 and under. More information at 260-424-2400 or at www.sciencecentral.org
FORT WAYNE COLISEUM EVENTS
KNIFE & GUN SHOW—Saturday and Sunday, May 16-17, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. $6 adults, $2 kids 6-12 and free to those 6 and under.
JEFF DUNHAM—May 30, 8 p.m.. $44.50
KEITH URBAN & TAYLOR SWIFT—Sunday, June 7, $20.
CELTIC WOMAN—Wednesday, June 24, 7:30 p.m., $40 & $57.
Tickets via Ticketmaster, Coliseum box office or by phone at 260-424-1811.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Ossian Neighborhood watch program meeting
Rose Ann Heights Neighborhood watch program meets Wednesday, 7 p.m. at Ossian Town Hall.
Get involved!
Get involved!
Monday, May 4, 2009
What's Up in Wells County
Homemaker's Bus Trip taking
reservations
The Wells County Extension Homemakers are sponsoring a three day bus trip to southern Indiana June 24-26. The trip will include visits to Lincoln boyhood sites, French Lick and West Baden. Prices vary and single-quad occupancy. For more information call Carol Baker at 260-622-7422.
Happy Hour
Luncheon May 14
Happy Hour will be back at the First Presbyterian Church on Dustman Road May 14 at noon. There will be music, fun and entertainment. Anyone age 55 or older is welcome. Cost is $3.50 per person. For reservations call by Monday, May 11 to one of the following numbers: 824-2724, 824-0767, 824-1070, 824-0363 or 565-3387.
reservations
The Wells County Extension Homemakers are sponsoring a three day bus trip to southern Indiana June 24-26. The trip will include visits to Lincoln boyhood sites, French Lick and West Baden. Prices vary and single-quad occupancy. For more information call Carol Baker at 260-622-7422.
Happy Hour
Luncheon May 14
Happy Hour will be back at the First Presbyterian Church on Dustman Road May 14 at noon. There will be music, fun and entertainment. Anyone age 55 or older is welcome. Cost is $3.50 per person. For reservations call by Monday, May 11 to one of the following numbers: 824-2724, 824-0767, 824-1070, 824-0363 or 565-3387.
Club Calendar
Monday, May 4
Tri Kappa Associate Chapter--Carol Yoder's home; 6 p.m. Spring dinner.
Past Noble Grand Club--Corner Depot; 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 5
The Creative Quilter’s Quilt guild--Country Creations; 5:30 p.m.. Directions: Go 1/2 mile south of Ind. 124 at Preble. Betty Johnloz will be teaching a lesson called “A Mile a Minute”. Show and tell. Visitors welcome.
Bluffton Lions Club--Corner Depot; 6:15 p.m.
Wednesday, May 6
Study Club--First United Methodist Church; 12:45 p.m.
Saturday, May 9
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82, 3501 Harris Road, Fort Wayne. Meeting at 9 a.m. Breakfast at 7 a.m.
River Terrace Estates--Ked Moser singing and playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, May 10
River Terrace Estates--Joan Swartz at 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
Every Wednesday
10 a.m.-Noon — Bluffton Parks Department, City Hall on second floor. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. Call Bluffton 824-6069 for more info.
Tri Kappa Associate Chapter--Carol Yoder's home; 6 p.m. Spring dinner.
Past Noble Grand Club--Corner Depot; 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 5
The Creative Quilter’s Quilt guild--Country Creations; 5:30 p.m.. Directions: Go 1/2 mile south of Ind. 124 at Preble. Betty Johnloz will be teaching a lesson called “A Mile a Minute”. Show and tell. Visitors welcome.
Bluffton Lions Club--Corner Depot; 6:15 p.m.
Wednesday, May 6
Study Club--First United Methodist Church; 12:45 p.m.
Saturday, May 9
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82, 3501 Harris Road, Fort Wayne. Meeting at 9 a.m. Breakfast at 7 a.m.
River Terrace Estates--Ked Moser singing and playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, May 10
River Terrace Estates--Joan Swartz at 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
Every Wednesday
10 a.m.-Noon — Bluffton Parks Department, City Hall on second floor. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. Call Bluffton 824-6069 for more info.
What's Up in Wells County
Creative Happenings
Visit the Creative Arts Council’s Balentine Gallery at the Arts, Commerce & Visitors Centre, 211 West Water Street, Bluffton, Indiana 46714. (260)-824-5222 or wellscocreativearts.com Find event & membership information, view exhibits, purchase tickets, take classes, or volunteer.
Hours: Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday until 7 p.m. or by arrangement. Closing at noon April 10th.
IN THE BALENTINE GALLERY
Tri Kappa High School Art Show, through May 20, and Annual Children’s Art Exhibit through May 7. No admission charge to view the exhibits.
Coming June 1-July 12, Visages of the Original Peoples, photographs of Native Americans in a touring exhibit from Indiana University’s Mathers Museum, in coordination with the PBS documentary, We Shall Remain.
SCHOOL OF BALLET
Mark the family calendar for the students’ stage production “Gala Performance” to be on Sunday, May 17, free admission. Rehearsals on Saturdays will be scheduled by teachers.
BALLET CAMP—for all ages with dates to be announced.
EVENTS.
‘GODSPELL’—June 12-14, Life Auditorium with Wells Community Theater.
PATRIOTIC POPS CONCERT—Thursday, June 25, Ouabache State Park, 7 p.m., free.
KEHOE CONCERTS—Sundays from July 12 through Aug. 30, 7 p.m., free, JBG’s Ice Cream available for purchase.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
RHAPSODY, RHYTHM & RHYME—developmental music for toddlers and their adults with Cindy Lemmen, now in session until May 11 on Mondays.
SUMMER ARTS ACADEMY—June 22-26, Norwell High School. Discover the art world!
DRAWING CAMP—Aug. 3-7. Work with edges, spaces, relationships, lights ad shadows, Gestalt.
BATIK—June 29, July 1-2, kids classes 1 to 3 p.m. and adults 6 to 8 p.m., also July 20, 22, 23 with instructor Katie Vanderkolk.
AHA KIDS CAMP—Discovering Artistic, Healthy and Active Kids, July 27-31.
GROUPS
READERS CIRCLE —Tuesday, May 19, noon to 1:30 p.m., with Marty Wilson..
ARTISTS IN ACTION—Fridays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by arrangement in Studio B.
WELLS WRITERS—Tuesday, May 12, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., free Open to area writers, poets. Discussion of John Stead’s writing, visit their new blog http://www.cacwww.wordpress.com Contact Davina at (260) 824-5222 or cac@parlorcity.com
THANK-YOUS
* To all of the businesses and individuals who donated to the annual Arts Benefit Auction and to the bidders. Your support is priceless!
* To the CAC board members who gave so much of their time and energy to make the auction successful.
* To those who came out to see the Taylor university Chorale.
ART QUOTE
“Flowers are words which even a baby can understand.”—Author Arthur C. Coxe.
Activities of the Creative Arts Council are supported by memberships, sponsors and grants from funders including Arts United, a regional agency; the Indiana Arts Commission, a state agency; and the National Endowment for the Arts, a national agency. “A great nation deserves great art!”
Visit the Creative Arts Council’s Balentine Gallery at the Arts, Commerce & Visitors Centre, 211 West Water Street, Bluffton, Indiana 46714. (260)-824-5222 or wellscocreativearts.com Find event & membership information, view exhibits, purchase tickets, take classes, or volunteer.
Hours: Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday until 7 p.m. or by arrangement. Closing at noon April 10th.
IN THE BALENTINE GALLERY
Tri Kappa High School Art Show, through May 20, and Annual Children’s Art Exhibit through May 7. No admission charge to view the exhibits.
Coming June 1-July 12, Visages of the Original Peoples, photographs of Native Americans in a touring exhibit from Indiana University’s Mathers Museum, in coordination with the PBS documentary, We Shall Remain.
SCHOOL OF BALLET
Mark the family calendar for the students’ stage production “Gala Performance” to be on Sunday, May 17, free admission. Rehearsals on Saturdays will be scheduled by teachers.
BALLET CAMP—for all ages with dates to be announced.
EVENTS.
‘GODSPELL’—June 12-14, Life Auditorium with Wells Community Theater.
PATRIOTIC POPS CONCERT—Thursday, June 25, Ouabache State Park, 7 p.m., free.
KEHOE CONCERTS—Sundays from July 12 through Aug. 30, 7 p.m., free, JBG’s Ice Cream available for purchase.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
RHAPSODY, RHYTHM & RHYME—developmental music for toddlers and their adults with Cindy Lemmen, now in session until May 11 on Mondays.
SUMMER ARTS ACADEMY—June 22-26, Norwell High School. Discover the art world!
DRAWING CAMP—Aug. 3-7. Work with edges, spaces, relationships, lights ad shadows, Gestalt.
BATIK—June 29, July 1-2, kids classes 1 to 3 p.m. and adults 6 to 8 p.m., also July 20, 22, 23 with instructor Katie Vanderkolk.
AHA KIDS CAMP—Discovering Artistic, Healthy and Active Kids, July 27-31.
GROUPS
READERS CIRCLE —Tuesday, May 19, noon to 1:30 p.m., with Marty Wilson..
ARTISTS IN ACTION—Fridays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by arrangement in Studio B.
WELLS WRITERS—Tuesday, May 12, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., free Open to area writers, poets. Discussion of John Stead’s writing, visit their new blog http://www.cacwww.wordpress.com Contact Davina at (260) 824-5222 or cac@parlorcity.com
THANK-YOUS
* To all of the businesses and individuals who donated to the annual Arts Benefit Auction and to the bidders. Your support is priceless!
* To the CAC board members who gave so much of their time and energy to make the auction successful.
* To those who came out to see the Taylor university Chorale.
ART QUOTE
“Flowers are words which even a baby can understand.”—Author Arthur C. Coxe.
Activities of the Creative Arts Council are supported by memberships, sponsors and grants from funders including Arts United, a regional agency; the Indiana Arts Commission, a state agency; and the National Endowment for the Arts, a national agency. “A great nation deserves great art!”
Perfect Mother's Day Gift: Fishing Trip!
Indiana DNR Release:
Fishing for a perfect Mother’s Day gift? Sure, literally. Flowers and candy are played. Try something different—take Mom fishing.
Mother’s Day is about bonding with family and celebrating appreciation for all Mom does. Sure, Mom would probably be happy enough receiving another basket of lotion, but what gift could be better than bonding with those she loves while spending a spring day soaking up the soothing effects of nature?
Fishing is a great way to combine many elements of the outdoors. Time spent fishing can also provide opportunity to observe birds, wildlife, wildflowers, and many more of Indiana’s natural gifts. Spring is a special time outdoors.
Pack a lunch. Bring out the lawn chairs. Plan everything. Make sure all Mom has to do is show up and have fun. Remember, fishing isn’t just about catching fish. It's fun even if no one catches any. Talking, laughing, and just spending quality time make the day.
To stack your odds in favor of catching fish, visit IN.gov/dnr/fishwild/. Explore the Indiana Department of Natural Resource’s “Where to Fish Finder.” This online tool provides information on fishing spots across the state.
While online, buy a fishing license for anyone who needs one. Indiana resident annual licenses are $17. A one-day license is $9. A license is required to fish in Indiana for anyone older than 16. Licenses also may be bought at most places fishing equipment is sold. The 2009 Indiana Fishing Guide also lists places to fish. The free guides are available at license vendors, DNR properties and online at IN.gov/dnr/fishwild.
Fishing for a perfect Mother’s Day gift? Sure, literally. Flowers and candy are played. Try something different—take Mom fishing.
Mother’s Day is about bonding with family and celebrating appreciation for all Mom does. Sure, Mom would probably be happy enough receiving another basket of lotion, but what gift could be better than bonding with those she loves while spending a spring day soaking up the soothing effects of nature?
Fishing is a great way to combine many elements of the outdoors. Time spent fishing can also provide opportunity to observe birds, wildlife, wildflowers, and many more of Indiana’s natural gifts. Spring is a special time outdoors.
Pack a lunch. Bring out the lawn chairs. Plan everything. Make sure all Mom has to do is show up and have fun. Remember, fishing isn’t just about catching fish. It's fun even if no one catches any. Talking, laughing, and just spending quality time make the day.
To stack your odds in favor of catching fish, visit IN.gov/dnr/fishwild/. Explore the Indiana Department of Natural Resource’s “Where to Fish Finder.” This online tool provides information on fishing spots across the state.
While online, buy a fishing license for anyone who needs one. Indiana resident annual licenses are $17. A one-day license is $9. A license is required to fish in Indiana for anyone older than 16. Licenses also may be bought at most places fishing equipment is sold. The 2009 Indiana Fishing Guide also lists places to fish. The free guides are available at license vendors, DNR properties and online at IN.gov/dnr/fishwild.
Friday, May 1, 2009
What's Up in Wells County
Free Spring
Gardening Classes offered
Free Spring Gardening Classes: at Janet's Garden Center, 1225 S. Scott St., Bluffton. Every Thursday 6:00-6:30 p.m. April-May. Check out our website for classes: www.janetsgardencenter.com or call 260-824-2695. May 7: Companion Planters. (Pd. Advt.)
Port-A-Pit Chicken May 3
The First Presbyterian Church Mission Committee is sponsoring a Port-A-Pit Chicken Carry-Out on Sunday, May 3, from 9:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Villa North Parking lot. Half a chicken is $5. Proceeds from the event will be used by the mission committee for future helping trips to disaster areas.
Covenant Christian Choir program
May 4
The Bluffton Covenant Christian School will hold their elementary choir program directed by Carla Alspaugh on May 4 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Sloppy Joes, chips, macaroni salad, cake and a drink will be offered for a donation from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Covenant Christian School open house May 4
Bluffton Covenant Christian School will have and open house May 4 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Applications and enrollments are still be taking for the 2009/2010 school year. Registration fee is $50 per person. Call the school office for an information packet or tour at 824-1203.
Gardening Classes offered
Free Spring Gardening Classes: at Janet's Garden Center, 1225 S. Scott St., Bluffton. Every Thursday 6:00-6:30 p.m. April-May. Check out our website for classes: www.janetsgardencenter.com or call 260-824-2695. May 7: Companion Planters. (Pd. Advt.)
Port-A-Pit Chicken May 3
The First Presbyterian Church Mission Committee is sponsoring a Port-A-Pit Chicken Carry-Out on Sunday, May 3, from 9:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Villa North Parking lot. Half a chicken is $5. Proceeds from the event will be used by the mission committee for future helping trips to disaster areas.
Covenant Christian Choir program
May 4
The Bluffton Covenant Christian School will hold their elementary choir program directed by Carla Alspaugh on May 4 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Sloppy Joes, chips, macaroni salad, cake and a drink will be offered for a donation from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Covenant Christian School open house May 4
Bluffton Covenant Christian School will have and open house May 4 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Applications and enrollments are still be taking for the 2009/2010 school year. Registration fee is $50 per person. Call the school office for an information packet or tour at 824-1203.
What's Up! (Free Comic Book Day tomorrow)
Boys & Girls Club Bake Sale May 9
The Wells Community Boys and Girls Club will sponsor a bake sale at Wal-mart Saturday May 9 from 10 a.m. to 2p.m. All proceeds go to the Boys and Girls Club It just takes one Campaign.
Huntington Senior Expo May 21
The fifth annual Huntington County Senior Expo will be held Thursday, May 21 at the Huntington University Field House from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The council is currently looking for volunteers to help make the event memorable for everyone. Anyone interested in helping can call 260-359-4410 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Free Spring
Gardening Classes offered
Free Spring Gardening Classes: at Janet's Garden Center, 1225 S. Scott St., Bluffton. Every Thursday 6:00-6:30 p.m. April-May. Check out our website for classes: www.janetsgardencenter.com or call 260-824-2695. May 7: Companion Planters. (Pd. Advt.)
Port-A-Pit Chicken May 3
The First Presbyterian Church Mission Committee is sponsoring a Port-A-Pit Chicken Carry-Out on Sunday, May 3, from 9:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Villa North Parking lot. Half a chicken is $5. Proceeds from the event will be used by the mission committee for future helping trips to disaster areas.
Covenant Christian Choir program
May 4
The Bluffton Covenant Christian School will hold their elementary choir program directed by Carla Alspaugh on May 4 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Sloppy Joes, chips, macaroni salad, cake and a drink will be offered for a donation from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Covenant Christian School open house May 4
Bluffton Covenant Christian School will have and open house May 4 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Applications and enrollments are still be taking for the 2009/2010 school year. Registration fee is $50 per person. Call the school office for an information packet or tour at 824-1203.
The Wells Community Boys and Girls Club will sponsor a bake sale at Wal-mart Saturday May 9 from 10 a.m. to 2p.m. All proceeds go to the Boys and Girls Club It just takes one Campaign.
Huntington Senior Expo May 21
The fifth annual Huntington County Senior Expo will be held Thursday, May 21 at the Huntington University Field House from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The council is currently looking for volunteers to help make the event memorable for everyone. Anyone interested in helping can call 260-359-4410 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Free Spring
Gardening Classes offered
Free Spring Gardening Classes: at Janet's Garden Center, 1225 S. Scott St., Bluffton. Every Thursday 6:00-6:30 p.m. April-May. Check out our website for classes: www.janetsgardencenter.com or call 260-824-2695. May 7: Companion Planters. (Pd. Advt.)
Port-A-Pit Chicken May 3
The First Presbyterian Church Mission Committee is sponsoring a Port-A-Pit Chicken Carry-Out on Sunday, May 3, from 9:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Villa North Parking lot. Half a chicken is $5. Proceeds from the event will be used by the mission committee for future helping trips to disaster areas.
Covenant Christian Choir program
May 4
The Bluffton Covenant Christian School will hold their elementary choir program directed by Carla Alspaugh on May 4 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Sloppy Joes, chips, macaroni salad, cake and a drink will be offered for a donation from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Covenant Christian School open house May 4
Bluffton Covenant Christian School will have and open house May 4 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Applications and enrollments are still be taking for the 2009/2010 school year. Registration fee is $50 per person. Call the school office for an information packet or tour at 824-1203.
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