Saturday, July 3
River Terrace Estates--Chet Baumgartner singing; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, July 4
River Terrace Estates--Doyle and Donna Brown Big Band; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Tuesday, July 6
Cardinal Bird Club--Wells County Library; 6:30 p.m. The new movie “Migration” by Disney will be shown.
The Creative Quilters Quilt Guild--Country Creations quilt shop located at 5342 N 400 West near Preble. Row Robin exchange will be the program. There will be a Show and Tell segment, block of the month drawing, door prizes, discussion of the Decatur Callithumpian quilt show, and a general business meeting. Refreshments are served before the meeting begins. Anyone with an interest in quilting is invited to attend.
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.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Area Things to See and Do
BRYANT
GOODTIMES THEATRE AT BEARCREEK FARMS
Shower of Stars programs at 2 and 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise
COMMUNITY THEATRE PRODUCTION—”On the Road Again,” July 29-31, Aug. 5-7. 2 & 7:30 p.m., meal and show, $25.
FLASHBACK WEDNESDAY—Wednesdays of June 30, meal & show $10 and show only $6.
KEITH COLEMAN & RUBY TUESDAY—June 30-July 4, 2 & 7:30 p.m.
MORGAN ORCHESTRA—Thursday, July 8, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $18 & $22.
COLLINGSWORTH FAMILY—Friday, July 9, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $20 & $25.
BILL ANDERSON—Saturday, July 10, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $30 & $35.
MICKEY GILLEY—Nov. 19, 2 & 7:30 p.m., rescheduled. Tickets go on sale on June 29th.
Schedule of Shower of Stars available at www.bearcreekfarms.com For more information and reservations call 260-997-6822 or check out www.bearcreekfarms.com
FORT WAYNE’S CIVIC THEATRE
For more information call 260-422-8641 or check out www.fwcivic.org
FW’S SCIENCE CENTRAL EVENTS
HUBBLE SPACE TELESCOPE—New views of the universe with this traveling exhibit, through Aug. 29. This exhibit contains images and video taken from the Hubble Space Telescope of planets, galaxies, black holes and many other fascinating cosmic entities. Developed by NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center.
Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday; Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday noon to 5 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
Tickets via Ticketmaster, Coliseum box office 1-800-745-3000.
GOODTIMES THEATRE AT BEARCREEK FARMS
Shower of Stars programs at 2 and 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise
COMMUNITY THEATRE PRODUCTION—”On the Road Again,” July 29-31, Aug. 5-7. 2 & 7:30 p.m., meal and show, $25.
FLASHBACK WEDNESDAY—Wednesdays of June 30, meal & show $10 and show only $6.
KEITH COLEMAN & RUBY TUESDAY—June 30-July 4, 2 & 7:30 p.m.
MORGAN ORCHESTRA—Thursday, July 8, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $18 & $22.
COLLINGSWORTH FAMILY—Friday, July 9, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $20 & $25.
BILL ANDERSON—Saturday, July 10, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $30 & $35.
MICKEY GILLEY—Nov. 19, 2 & 7:30 p.m., rescheduled. Tickets go on sale on June 29th.
Schedule of Shower of Stars available at www.bearcreekfarms.com For more information and reservations call 260-997-6822 or check out www.bearcreekfarms.com
FORT WAYNE’S CIVIC THEATRE
For more information call 260-422-8641 or check out www.fwcivic.org
FW’S SCIENCE CENTRAL EVENTS
HUBBLE SPACE TELESCOPE—New views of the universe with this traveling exhibit, through Aug. 29. This exhibit contains images and video taken from the Hubble Space Telescope of planets, galaxies, black holes and many other fascinating cosmic entities. Developed by NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center.
Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday; Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday noon to 5 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
Tickets via Ticketmaster, Coliseum box office 1-800-745-3000.
What's UP!
Thursday Night Bingo July 1
The Southwest Conservation Club, locatated at 5703 Bluffton Road, will sponsor Bingo July 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Warmups start at 6 p.m. Regular bingo begins at 7 p.m. It is open to the public. For more information call 260-747-4677.
Fish and Tenderloin Supper July 2
The Southwest Conservation Club, locatated at 5703 Bluffton Road, will sponsor a Fish and Tenderloin supper July 2 and 16 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. It is open to the public. For more information call 260-747-4677.
Small Town Band at Mississinewa July 3
Small Town band will play at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 3 at Mississinewa's Interpretive Shelter and Amphitheater in the modern campground.
The band is comprised of five members from Wabash County. They will play well-known songs from several different genres.
Those attending should bring their own lawn chairs or blankets. There will be an entrance fee of $5 per car. For more information call 260-468-2127.
3-D Archery Shoot July 4
The Southwest Conservation Club, locatated at 5703 Bluffton Road, will sponsor a 3-D Archery Shoot July 4 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It is open to the public. For more information call 260-747-4677.
Fireworks at
Hartford City July 4
Wildwood Acres Campground, located at 0520W. 300N. Hartford City, will be having free fireworks show at 10 p.m. Earlier in the day there will be craft sale beginning at 11 a.m with musical entertainment from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. There will be concessions, dunk tank, bingo, golf cart-bicycle parade at 3:45 p.m.
Music will be provided by Common Ground, Ellen Adney, Don Bole and the Wildwood Friends, Geoff Witt, Doug Smith, Jr. Malott, Steve Kellogg and the Prairie Ramblers and Cowboy Church Singers. For more info, contact Don or Sharon Bole at 765-348-2100.
Freedom Festival July 4 at
Abundant Life
Abundant Life Christian Center will host their fifth annual Freedom Festival Sunday, July 4 from 5 to 10:30 p.m.
The festival will be held at Abundant Life on the south side of Bluffton across from the 4-H Park.
This event is open to everyone and is for all ages! There will be free games including Disney Princess moonwalk, Wall-E moonwalk, baseball pitching and batting cage, the wrecking ball, the Velcro wall and more! Face painting, clown shows and balloon animals for the kids will also be hosted along with concessions. Parking is free.
Bring your chairs and enjoy the live music while you wait for the city fireworks to light up the night sky.
For more information about ALCC visit www.alcconline.com.
Salamonie seniors lunch variety show July 5
Individuals age 50 or above are invited to enjoy a variety show at the seniors lunch on July 5. The show will be put on by the members of the Young Hoosiers Conservation Corps who are spending their summer working at the interpretive center.
The program kicks off with the meal at 12:30 p.m. The 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. Those interested should register by calling (260) 468-2127, or visiting the interpretive center, 3691 S. New Holland Rd., Andrews, 46702.
The standard gate fee ($5/in-state car; $7/car for out-of-state cars) will be in effect when the gatehouse is open. For more information on other UWIS programs, see www.dnr.IN.gov/uwis.
The Southwest Conservation Club, locatated at 5703 Bluffton Road, will sponsor Bingo July 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Warmups start at 6 p.m. Regular bingo begins at 7 p.m. It is open to the public. For more information call 260-747-4677.
Fish and Tenderloin Supper July 2
The Southwest Conservation Club, locatated at 5703 Bluffton Road, will sponsor a Fish and Tenderloin supper July 2 and 16 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. It is open to the public. For more information call 260-747-4677.
Small Town Band at Mississinewa July 3
Small Town band will play at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 3 at Mississinewa's Interpretive Shelter and Amphitheater in the modern campground.
The band is comprised of five members from Wabash County. They will play well-known songs from several different genres.
Those attending should bring their own lawn chairs or blankets. There will be an entrance fee of $5 per car. For more information call 260-468-2127.
3-D Archery Shoot July 4
The Southwest Conservation Club, locatated at 5703 Bluffton Road, will sponsor a 3-D Archery Shoot July 4 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It is open to the public. For more information call 260-747-4677.
Fireworks at
Hartford City July 4
Wildwood Acres Campground, located at 0520W. 300N. Hartford City, will be having free fireworks show at 10 p.m. Earlier in the day there will be craft sale beginning at 11 a.m with musical entertainment from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. There will be concessions, dunk tank, bingo, golf cart-bicycle parade at 3:45 p.m.
Music will be provided by Common Ground, Ellen Adney, Don Bole and the Wildwood Friends, Geoff Witt, Doug Smith, Jr. Malott, Steve Kellogg and the Prairie Ramblers and Cowboy Church Singers. For more info, contact Don or Sharon Bole at 765-348-2100.
Freedom Festival July 4 at
Abundant Life
Abundant Life Christian Center will host their fifth annual Freedom Festival Sunday, July 4 from 5 to 10:30 p.m.
The festival will be held at Abundant Life on the south side of Bluffton across from the 4-H Park.
This event is open to everyone and is for all ages! There will be free games including Disney Princess moonwalk, Wall-E moonwalk, baseball pitching and batting cage, the wrecking ball, the Velcro wall and more! Face painting, clown shows and balloon animals for the kids will also be hosted along with concessions. Parking is free.
Bring your chairs and enjoy the live music while you wait for the city fireworks to light up the night sky.
For more information about ALCC visit www.alcconline.com.
Salamonie seniors lunch variety show July 5
Individuals age 50 or above are invited to enjoy a variety show at the seniors lunch on July 5. The show will be put on by the members of the Young Hoosiers Conservation Corps who are spending their summer working at the interpretive center.
The program kicks off with the meal at 12:30 p.m. The 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. Those interested should register by calling (260) 468-2127, or visiting the interpretive center, 3691 S. New Holland Rd., Andrews, 46702.
The standard gate fee ($5/in-state car; $7/car for out-of-state cars) will be in effect when the gatehouse is open. For more information on other UWIS programs, see www.dnr.IN.gov/uwis.
Hobby & Collector Show
Wells County Historical Society
P. O. Box 143
Bluffton, IN
The Wells County Historical Society will hold its annual Hobby & Collector Show, August 16, 2010 at the Bluffton Harrison Elementary School, 1100 East Spring Street, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Hobbies such as Santa’s, Genealogy Books, fishing lures, postcards, coins, political buttons and others will be on display. Several new exhibitors are taking part this year and previous exhibitors have new exhibits. Light refreshments are available and there is ample parking. The building is also handicap accessible. If you would like to exhibit a collection please call Laura at 824-3806.
P. O. Box 143
Bluffton, IN
The Wells County Historical Society will hold its annual Hobby & Collector Show, August 16, 2010 at the Bluffton Harrison Elementary School, 1100 East Spring Street, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Hobbies such as Santa’s, Genealogy Books, fishing lures, postcards, coins, political buttons and others will be on display. Several new exhibitors are taking part this year and previous exhibitors have new exhibits. Light refreshments are available and there is ample parking. The building is also handicap accessible. If you would like to exhibit a collection please call Laura at 824-3806.
Ice Cream Social
WELLS COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
420 WEST MARKET STREET
Bluffton, Indiana
Sunday, July 11, 2010—2-5 p.m.
Free Will Donation
Come join us for an afternoon of fun and fellowship.
We will be serving ice cream with all the trimmings. Beverly Smitley will be at the museum to play her calliope. (she will be in the Street Fair parades in September.) Wyatt Landrum will be playing the piano inside during the afternoon. Come and enjoy their music. Check out our “Genealogy Library” and we will also have a “Township School Display” and “Street Fair Memorabilia Display” inside.
420 WEST MARKET STREET
Bluffton, Indiana
Sunday, July 11, 2010—2-5 p.m.
Free Will Donation
Come join us for an afternoon of fun and fellowship.
We will be serving ice cream with all the trimmings. Beverly Smitley will be at the museum to play her calliope. (she will be in the Street Fair parades in September.) Wyatt Landrum will be playing the piano inside during the afternoon. Come and enjoy their music. Check out our “Genealogy Library” and we will also have a “Township School Display” and “Street Fair Memorabilia Display” inside.
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Club Calendar
Saturday, July 3
River Terrace Estates--Chet Baumgartner singing; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, July 4
River Terrace Estates--Doyle and Donna Brown Big Band; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Tuesday, July 6
Cardinal Bird Club--Wells County Library; 6:30 p.m. The new movie “Migration” by Disney will be shown.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
Wells County Cycling Club--YMCA parking lot at 8 a.m. Open to all riders, tour riders, road cyclists and mountain bikers. All levels of experience are welcome. Contact: ajbikeswells@hotmail.com.
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 824-6069.
The Kiwanis of Greater Bluffton Club meets at noon every Wednesday at TimberRidge Golf Course for lunch and a brief meeting. Call Jon Brown at 824-4095.
River Terrace Estates--Chet Baumgartner singing; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, July 4
River Terrace Estates--Doyle and Donna Brown Big Band; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Tuesday, July 6
Cardinal Bird Club--Wells County Library; 6:30 p.m. The new movie “Migration” by Disney will be shown.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
Wells County Cycling Club--YMCA parking lot at 8 a.m. Open to all riders, tour riders, road cyclists and mountain bikers. All levels of experience are welcome. Contact: ajbikeswells@hotmail.com.
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 824-6069.
The Kiwanis of Greater Bluffton Club meets at noon every Wednesday at TimberRidge Golf Course for lunch and a brief meeting. Call Jon Brown at 824-4095.
What's Up
Vacation Bible School June 27-July 1
First Presbyterian Church will sponsor a Vacation Bible School at 123 S. Jefferson Street, Ossian June 27 through July 1 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. each night. Call 260-622-4288.
Tot Swim Sessions June 28-July 2
Tot Swim Session will be held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from June 28th through July 2nd. Bring your little one to explore the water. Call 824-6069 for more information and to register. There are only a few spots left!! Cost is $5.50 and a parent must get in the water with the child.
Benefit Auction July 2
A Benefit Aution, Supper and Bake Sale will be held Friday, July 2 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Adams County 4-H Building in Monroe. Proceeds will go to Clear View School.
The supper will consist of grilled chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, butter noodles, vegetables, cole slaw, pies and homemade ice cream. The auction will begin at 6 p.m. There will be new furniture and more.
Free Friday Movies in July
Free Friday Movies in July Series will begin Friday, July 2. Bring your lawn chair, snacks and bug spray to Kehoe Park every Friday in July at dusk. First movie is “The Blind Side” and the Friday after that is “Monsters vs. Aliens”. This event is fully funded by the Wells County Foundation.
3 Rivers art exhibit
at FW’s St. Francis
Over 60 artists from Illinois, Michigan, Ohio and Indiana will have their work exhibited at the University of Saint Frances annual Three Rivers Invitational Exhibition, opening July 10th.
A wide variety of media will be represented in the Rolland Art and Visual Communication Center off Leesburg Rd. in Fort Wayne.
Gallery hours will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The opening reception on Saturday, July 10, will be from 7 to 9 p.m. The exhibit will be viewable through Aug. 13.
Iron Kid Triathlon
The Bluffton Parks and Recreation will sponsor their Iron Kid Triathlon July 24 at 8 a.m. sharp at the Wells Community Pool. Registration is required.
Download the registration form from the city’s website at www.blufftonindiana.net and mail to the park office at 128 E Market St. Bluffton Indiana 46714 by July 6.
A triathlon is a swimming, bicycling, and running competition. Each triathlete will swim first, go directly to bicycling, and finish the competition running. NO EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY.
This event is for children ages five through 12. Cost is $15 and includes a t-shirt, finishing medal, snacks, and trophies to the top 3 in each age group and gender.
For more information call 824-6069 or e-mail parks@ci.bluffton.in.us .
First Presbyterian Church will sponsor a Vacation Bible School at 123 S. Jefferson Street, Ossian June 27 through July 1 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. each night. Call 260-622-4288.
Tot Swim Sessions June 28-July 2
Tot Swim Session will be held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from June 28th through July 2nd. Bring your little one to explore the water. Call 824-6069 for more information and to register. There are only a few spots left!! Cost is $5.50 and a parent must get in the water with the child.
Benefit Auction July 2
A Benefit Aution, Supper and Bake Sale will be held Friday, July 2 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Adams County 4-H Building in Monroe. Proceeds will go to Clear View School.
The supper will consist of grilled chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, butter noodles, vegetables, cole slaw, pies and homemade ice cream. The auction will begin at 6 p.m. There will be new furniture and more.
Free Friday Movies in July
Free Friday Movies in July Series will begin Friday, July 2. Bring your lawn chair, snacks and bug spray to Kehoe Park every Friday in July at dusk. First movie is “The Blind Side” and the Friday after that is “Monsters vs. Aliens”. This event is fully funded by the Wells County Foundation.
3 Rivers art exhibit
at FW’s St. Francis
Over 60 artists from Illinois, Michigan, Ohio and Indiana will have their work exhibited at the University of Saint Frances annual Three Rivers Invitational Exhibition, opening July 10th.
A wide variety of media will be represented in the Rolland Art and Visual Communication Center off Leesburg Rd. in Fort Wayne.
Gallery hours will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The opening reception on Saturday, July 10, will be from 7 to 9 p.m. The exhibit will be viewable through Aug. 13.
Iron Kid Triathlon
The Bluffton Parks and Recreation will sponsor their Iron Kid Triathlon July 24 at 8 a.m. sharp at the Wells Community Pool. Registration is required.
Download the registration form from the city’s website at www.blufftonindiana.net and mail to the park office at 128 E Market St. Bluffton Indiana 46714 by July 6.
A triathlon is a swimming, bicycling, and running competition. Each triathlete will swim first, go directly to bicycling, and finish the competition running. NO EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY.
This event is for children ages five through 12. Cost is $15 and includes a t-shirt, finishing medal, snacks, and trophies to the top 3 in each age group and gender.
For more information call 824-6069 or e-mail parks@ci.bluffton.in.us .
Monday, June 28, 2010
Club Calendar
Monday, June 28
Genetic Syndrome Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call 260-749-6379.
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 824-6069.
Genetic Syndrome Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call 260-749-6379.
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 824-6069.
Creative Arts and Commerce Center
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, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., prior to Kehoe Concerts and by arrangement with the CAC office.
IN THE BALENTINE GALLERY
THE GARDEN EXHIBIT—through July 15. View weekdays during regular hours.
FOCUS ON PHOTOS 2010—Biennial ward show sponsored by Ossian State Bank, July 18-Aug. 30. Entry form at www.wellscocreativearts.com
SCHOOL OF BALLET
BALLET CAMP FOR ADVANCES DANCERS—June 28-July 2, with Janiece Lipsey in Studio A.
YOGA MOVES CAMP—July 12-16, with Susy Jones in Studio A.
EVENTS
FW PHILHARMONIC POPS CONCERT—Thursday, July 1, 7 p.m., Ouabache State Park, free concert. (Park admission charged.) Bradley Thachuk to conduct and Ed Goetz to lead you in song.
KEHOE PARK CONCERTS—Sundays during July and August starting July 11, 7 p.m. with Spike and the Bulldogs. Free concert. Tropical Shirt contest with Mayor Ted Ellis as MC.
GEORGIA O’KEEFFE’S SOUTHWEST —Noon program on Thursday, July 13. Free program with optional box lunch available for $6. Reservations needed to (260) 824-5222. (A Reader’s Circle event.)
CULINARY ROAD TRIP—Thursday, July 15, noon. Learn more about cheese production at Canal Junction Farmstead in Defiance, Ohio and lunch at Scotty’s on a tasting tour with Jeanne Ploetz, $3 registration with costs of meal and shopping additional. Open to anyone with an appetite! Reservations by July 12.
CULINARY CLASS WITH CHEF HECTOR MINON—Monday, July 26, with a Candlelight Dinner in Paris, $25, with registration needed.
Ongoing
Activities:
CAC board of directors—Monday July 19, 5:15 p.m. Development committee with Charles A. Shepard, III on July 15, 5:30 p.m.
PHOTOGRAPHERS FORUM—Thursday, July 22, 6:30 p.m., free event. Beginners welcome.
READERS CIRCLE—Tuesday, July 13, Georgia O’Keeffe Southwest program. Brown bag lunch meetings, noon to 1:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday each month at CAC. Free event.
ARTISTS IN ACTION— Fridays at 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., work space by arrangement with CAC office, free event. Now open on Thursdays also.
HOURS—Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., prior to Kehoe Concerts and by arrangement with the CAC office.
IN THE BALENTINE GALLERY
THE GARDEN EXHIBIT—through July 15. View weekdays during regular hours.
FOCUS ON PHOTOS 2010—Biennial ward show sponsored by Ossian State Bank, July 18-Aug. 30. Entry form at www.wellscocreativearts.com
SCHOOL OF BALLET
BALLET CAMP FOR ADVANCES DANCERS—June 28-July 2, with Janiece Lipsey in Studio A.
YOGA MOVES CAMP—July 12-16, with Susy Jones in Studio A.
EVENTS
FW PHILHARMONIC POPS CONCERT—Thursday, July 1, 7 p.m., Ouabache State Park, free concert. (Park admission charged.) Bradley Thachuk to conduct and Ed Goetz to lead you in song.
KEHOE PARK CONCERTS—Sundays during July and August starting July 11, 7 p.m. with Spike and the Bulldogs. Free concert. Tropical Shirt contest with Mayor Ted Ellis as MC.
GEORGIA O’KEEFFE’S SOUTHWEST —Noon program on Thursday, July 13. Free program with optional box lunch available for $6. Reservations needed to (260) 824-5222. (A Reader’s Circle event.)
CULINARY ROAD TRIP—Thursday, July 15, noon. Learn more about cheese production at Canal Junction Farmstead in Defiance, Ohio and lunch at Scotty’s on a tasting tour with Jeanne Ploetz, $3 registration with costs of meal and shopping additional. Open to anyone with an appetite! Reservations by July 12.
CULINARY CLASS WITH CHEF HECTOR MINON—Monday, July 26, with a Candlelight Dinner in Paris, $25, with registration needed.
Ongoing
Activities:
CAC board of directors—Monday July 19, 5:15 p.m. Development committee with Charles A. Shepard, III on July 15, 5:30 p.m.
PHOTOGRAPHERS FORUM—Thursday, July 22, 6:30 p.m., free event. Beginners welcome.
READERS CIRCLE—Tuesday, July 13, Georgia O’Keeffe Southwest program. Brown bag lunch meetings, noon to 1:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday each month at CAC. Free event.
ARTISTS IN ACTION— Fridays at 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., work space by arrangement with CAC office, free event. Now open on Thursdays also.
WCPL events
USED BOOKS SALE IS JULY 14-17
The Friends of the Library’s annual Summer Used Books Sale is July 14 – 17 at the Wells County Public Library. Shop for gently-used books, magazines, videos and more. Become a member of the Friends of the Library and shop the pre-sale on July 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. For more information, call the library at 260-824-1612 or visit online at www.wellscolibrary.org
TEEN WIN IT IN A MINUTE CONTEST
Now teens can “Win it in a minute!” on Thursday, July 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Wells County Public Library. Teens ages 12-18 will compete in games of skill similar to the hit TV game show. Free summer fun. Call to sign up as a contestant at 260-824-1612 or stop by the library to register today.
The Friends of the Library’s annual Summer Used Books Sale is July 14 – 17 at the Wells County Public Library. Shop for gently-used books, magazines, videos and more. Become a member of the Friends of the Library and shop the pre-sale on July 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. For more information, call the library at 260-824-1612 or visit online at www.wellscolibrary.org
TEEN WIN IT IN A MINUTE CONTEST
Now teens can “Win it in a minute!” on Thursday, July 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Wells County Public Library. Teens ages 12-18 will compete in games of skill similar to the hit TV game show. Free summer fun. Call to sign up as a contestant at 260-824-1612 or stop by the library to register today.
Friday, June 25, 2010
New Additions to 2010 Greek Fest
Thursday, June 24, 2010
4-H Foundation annual Bake Sale
Organizers are reminding people that “it’ll soon be time for the annual 4-H Fair and our Bake Sale.
The vent is seeking baked donations of all kinds: pies, cookies, cupcakes, candy and breads. The date is Saturday, July 17, and the sale will begin promptly at 5 p.m. outside the main 4-H building, continuing until 8 p.m.
“If you are willing to donate your time in preparing something, we will sell that during the fair and use the money for projects supported by the 4-H Foundation,” Martha Paxson says.
Each year the Foundation provides scholarships to Wells County high school seniors as well as financial support and educational materials for various 4-H groups. The money raised stays in this county, Paxson says, and is used for local young people.
The organizers issued these guidelines.
• Put your name on each bagged or wrapped item(s) that you bring.
• No baked goods that must be refrigerated!! We never know what Mother Nature will throw at us in the way of weather, and this sale will be held outside. We suggest that you prepare items that stand up well in hot, humid weather – just in case!
• If dropping off your baked goods early, please leave them in the 4-H building kitchen after 2 p.m. You may put a price on them if you wish or leave that for us to do.
Please call Martha Paxson at 260-413-7391 if you have any questions about this event.
The vent is seeking baked donations of all kinds: pies, cookies, cupcakes, candy and breads. The date is Saturday, July 17, and the sale will begin promptly at 5 p.m. outside the main 4-H building, continuing until 8 p.m.
“If you are willing to donate your time in preparing something, we will sell that during the fair and use the money for projects supported by the 4-H Foundation,” Martha Paxson says.
Each year the Foundation provides scholarships to Wells County high school seniors as well as financial support and educational materials for various 4-H groups. The money raised stays in this county, Paxson says, and is used for local young people.
The organizers issued these guidelines.
• Put your name on each bagged or wrapped item(s) that you bring.
• No baked goods that must be refrigerated!! We never know what Mother Nature will throw at us in the way of weather, and this sale will be held outside. We suggest that you prepare items that stand up well in hot, humid weather – just in case!
• If dropping off your baked goods early, please leave them in the 4-H building kitchen after 2 p.m. You may put a price on them if you wish or leave that for us to do.
Please call Martha Paxson at 260-413-7391 if you have any questions about this event.
Club Calendar
Saturday, June 26
River Terrace Estates--Banjo Stan; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, June 27
River Terrace Estates--Art Beer playing accordian and Esther Mowry playing guitar; 2:30 p.m. in AL.
Monday, June 28
Genetic Syndrome Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call 260-749-6379.
Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild--Social Corner at Swiss Village; 7 p.m. Susan Lesh will do a demo entitled “From 4 to 9, cutting up.”
River Terrace Estates--Banjo Stan; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, June 27
River Terrace Estates--Art Beer playing accordian and Esther Mowry playing guitar; 2:30 p.m. in AL.
Monday, June 28
Genetic Syndrome Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call 260-749-6379.
Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild--Social Corner at Swiss Village; 7 p.m. Susan Lesh will do a demo entitled “From 4 to 9, cutting up.”
Narcotics Anonymous
Monday Narcotics Anonymous meeting
First Church of Christ - white annex bldg., 909 West Spring St., Bluffton
7 p.m. every MONDAY
Thursday Narcotics Anonymous meeting
Decatur Park Center facility, 809 High St., Decatur
7 p.m. every THURSDAY
First Church of Christ - white annex bldg., 909 West Spring St., Bluffton
7 p.m. every MONDAY
Thursday Narcotics Anonymous meeting
Decatur Park Center facility, 809 High St., Decatur
7 p.m. every THURSDAY
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Ouabache State Park Events
Interpretive Naturalist: Kate Curless
Office Phone: 824-0926
4930 E. SR 201, Bluffton
OuabacheInterp@dnr.IN.gov
Ouabache's interpretive programs are family oriented. Parents and children are encouraged to attend activities together. An adult should accompany children under the age of 10. In the case of inclement weather, all hikes will meet at the Campview Shelter. Schedule subject to change.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23
1:45 p.m. — Buzzing hat. We’ll create a killer hat during the pool’s safety check on the pool lawn. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
3:45 p.m. — The spider and the fly. Learn how the spider knows the fly is on her web on the pool lawn during the pool safety check. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
7 p.m. — Backyard birding. Birding is very popular. Learn some tips and tricks to watching birds tonight at Trails End Shelter.
THURSDAY, JUNE 24
1:45 p.m. — Nature’s ninja. This insect is silent and deadly. Learn more on the pool lawn during the safety check. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
3:45 p.m. — Jewelweed. You might recognize this beautiful plant found around the park. Meet on the pool lawn during the safety check. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
7 p.m. — A study in silence. Join this unique hike for a study in using our senses. We’ll meet at the boat house, where we’ll hike around Kunkel Lake in silence, stopping every so often to use our senses and record our findings. Back at the boat house, we’ll share the sights, sounds and smells we discovered. Bug spray, sunscreen and tennis shoes are recommended. Hike recommended for individuals age 8 and up.
FRIDAY, JUNE 25
1:45 p.m. — Pool break quickie craft. We’ll create an aquarium that you never have to worry about on the pool lawn during today’s pool break. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
3:45 p.m. — Beautiful blues. Learn more about this beautiful bird on the pool lawn during the pool safety check. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
8 p.m. — The view from above. Meet Naturalist Kate at the base of the fire tower to learn more about these structures and their uses in our history.
SATURDAY, JUNE 26
9:30 a.m. — Up close and personal with pond life. What is lurking beneath the water? Find out this morning as we dig our hands into the lake at the boat house. Please wear old clothes.
11-11:30 a.m. — Hoosier Quest. Connect! Discover! Explore! Learn more about the patch program at Campview Shelter, located in the middle of Campground A. After a brief introduction, we'll break up into groups to start working on the requirements. Scouts and other groups, are you interested in earning a patch? See the Naturalist to learn about the Hoosier Pathfinder program.
1:45 p.m. — Pool break quickie craft. We’ll create some box turtles today on the pool lawn during the safety check. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
8 p.m. — Evening bison hike. Take a leisurely stroll around the Wildlife Exhibit to view the bison. Along the way, we’ll talk about these giants and their role in history. Meet at the small shelter in front of the Wildlife Exhibit. Bug spray and tennis shoes recommended.
SUNDAY, JUNE 27
11-11:30 a.m. — Hoosier Quest. See Saturday for details.
1:45 p.m. — Venom! Meet on the pool lawn to learn about venom and the animals that use it. Swimmers, make sure you get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool.
COMING SOON
July 1 — Patriotic Pops Concert
July 3 — Natural Beauty Art Show. Artists: If you are interested in showing or selling your artwork during the show, contact the Naturalist.
Office Phone: 824-0926
4930 E. SR 201, Bluffton
OuabacheInterp@dnr.IN.gov
Ouabache's interpretive programs are family oriented. Parents and children are encouraged to attend activities together. An adult should accompany children under the age of 10. In the case of inclement weather, all hikes will meet at the Campview Shelter. Schedule subject to change.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23
1:45 p.m. — Buzzing hat. We’ll create a killer hat during the pool’s safety check on the pool lawn. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
3:45 p.m. — The spider and the fly. Learn how the spider knows the fly is on her web on the pool lawn during the pool safety check. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
7 p.m. — Backyard birding. Birding is very popular. Learn some tips and tricks to watching birds tonight at Trails End Shelter.
THURSDAY, JUNE 24
1:45 p.m. — Nature’s ninja. This insect is silent and deadly. Learn more on the pool lawn during the safety check. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
3:45 p.m. — Jewelweed. You might recognize this beautiful plant found around the park. Meet on the pool lawn during the safety check. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
7 p.m. — A study in silence. Join this unique hike for a study in using our senses. We’ll meet at the boat house, where we’ll hike around Kunkel Lake in silence, stopping every so often to use our senses and record our findings. Back at the boat house, we’ll share the sights, sounds and smells we discovered. Bug spray, sunscreen and tennis shoes are recommended. Hike recommended for individuals age 8 and up.
FRIDAY, JUNE 25
1:45 p.m. — Pool break quickie craft. We’ll create an aquarium that you never have to worry about on the pool lawn during today’s pool break. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
3:45 p.m. — Beautiful blues. Learn more about this beautiful bird on the pool lawn during the pool safety check. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
8 p.m. — The view from above. Meet Naturalist Kate at the base of the fire tower to learn more about these structures and their uses in our history.
SATURDAY, JUNE 26
9:30 a.m. — Up close and personal with pond life. What is lurking beneath the water? Find out this morning as we dig our hands into the lake at the boat house. Please wear old clothes.
11-11:30 a.m. — Hoosier Quest. Connect! Discover! Explore! Learn more about the patch program at Campview Shelter, located in the middle of Campground A. After a brief introduction, we'll break up into groups to start working on the requirements. Scouts and other groups, are you interested in earning a patch? See the Naturalist to learn about the Hoosier Pathfinder program.
1:45 p.m. — Pool break quickie craft. We’ll create some box turtles today on the pool lawn during the safety check. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
8 p.m. — Evening bison hike. Take a leisurely stroll around the Wildlife Exhibit to view the bison. Along the way, we’ll talk about these giants and their role in history. Meet at the small shelter in front of the Wildlife Exhibit. Bug spray and tennis shoes recommended.
SUNDAY, JUNE 27
11-11:30 a.m. — Hoosier Quest. See Saturday for details.
1:45 p.m. — Venom! Meet on the pool lawn to learn about venom and the animals that use it. Swimmers, make sure you get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool.
COMING SOON
July 1 — Patriotic Pops Concert
July 3 — Natural Beauty Art Show. Artists: If you are interested in showing or selling your artwork during the show, contact the Naturalist.
Stitches of Hope will meet June 28
Stitches of Hope, a local organization that makes head coverings for cancer patients and others that have suffered hair loss, will meet again next Monday.
The meeting will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, June 28, at the First United Methodist Church, 325 W. Washington St.
Two members of the group, Karen Story and Kayleen Reusser, will discuss Stitches of Hope on WBCL’s Mid-Morning Interview from 9:15 to 9:25 a.m. Wednesday, June 23. WBCL is at 90.3 on the FM dial.
The meeting will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, June 28, at the First United Methodist Church, 325 W. Washington St.
Two members of the group, Karen Story and Kayleen Reusser, will discuss Stitches of Hope on WBCL’s Mid-Morning Interview from 9:15 to 9:25 a.m. Wednesday, June 23. WBCL is at 90.3 on the FM dial.
Club Calendar
Thursday, June 24
Loyal Neighbor's Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Saturday, June 26
River Terrace Estates--Banjo Stan; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, June 27
River Terrace Estates--Art Beer playing accordian and Esther Mowry playing guitar; 2:30 p.m. in AL.
Monday, June 28
Genetic Syndrome Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call 260-749-6379.
Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild--Social Corner at Swiss Village; 7 p.m. Susan Lesh will do a demo entitled “From 4 to 9, cutting up.”
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 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.
Every Thursday
Overcomers Outreach — South Wayne United Methodist Church, 3500 S. Wayne Ave.;7-8 p.m. 260-745-2933.
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.
Loyal Neighbor's Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Saturday, June 26
River Terrace Estates--Banjo Stan; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, June 27
River Terrace Estates--Art Beer playing accordian and Esther Mowry playing guitar; 2:30 p.m. in AL.
Monday, June 28
Genetic Syndrome Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call 260-749-6379.
Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild--Social Corner at Swiss Village; 7 p.m. Susan Lesh will do a demo entitled “From 4 to 9, cutting up.”
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 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.
Every Thursday
Overcomers Outreach — South Wayne United Methodist Church, 3500 S. Wayne Ave.;7-8 p.m. 260-745-2933.
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.
Monday, June 21, 2010
What's UP
Smokey Bear goes Camping
June 23 and 24
Enjoy learning about nature in an active way with your childre or grandchild. Register him or her for the Smokey Bear Camping Program designed for youth ages two through five Wednesday, June 23 and Thursday, June 24 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Salamonie Interpretive Center at 3691 S. New Holland Road, Andrews.
It will be a one and half hour program focused on wildfire prevention and camping at the reservoirs. There is a $2 fee per child. The property entrance fee is waived for program attendees. For more information call 260-468-2127 or log onto: www.dnr.IN.gov/uwis.
Clifford the Big Red Dog visits HCTPL Libraries June 24-25
Clifford the Big Red Dog is coming to Huntington City-Twp. Public Library in celebration of HCTPL's Summer Reading Club programs and the Scholastic Book Fair!
Kids of all ages are invited to meet Clifford the Big Red Dog who will appear at the Main Library at 2 p.m. Thursday, June 24 in the Children's Department, and at the Markle Branch Library at 2 p.m. on Friday, June 25.
For more information call 260-356-290 or the Markle Branch at 260-758-3332, or visit the Library’s website at www.huntingtonpub.lib.in.us.
Archery Shoot &
Hog Roast June 26
South West Conservation Club, Inc., 5703 Bluffton Rd., Fort Wayne, again is hosting an Archery Shoot and Hog Roast, with proceeds donated to benefit Hunters Helping Hunters, Saturday, June 26.
Archery shoot will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., hog roast from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and 5 p.m. until close entertainment by Midlife Crisis and The Friendly Spooners. Cost is $9 for each event. Entertainment is at no charge.
Huntington Library summer Scholastic Book Fair June 21-26
Huntington City-Twp. Public Library, located at 255 West Park Drive, will sponsor a Scholastic Book Fair from June 21-26 in the Children's Program Room.
Offerings will include fiction and non-fiction books for kids ages birth through 18, including popular series, activity and science books,and more. The book fair will be open during regular library hours: Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, contact the Library's Children's Department at 260-356-2900, or visit the website at www.huntingtonpub.lib.in.us.
June 23 and 24
Enjoy learning about nature in an active way with your childre or grandchild. Register him or her for the Smokey Bear Camping Program designed for youth ages two through five Wednesday, June 23 and Thursday, June 24 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Salamonie Interpretive Center at 3691 S. New Holland Road, Andrews.
It will be a one and half hour program focused on wildfire prevention and camping at the reservoirs. There is a $2 fee per child. The property entrance fee is waived for program attendees. For more information call 260-468-2127 or log onto: www.dnr.IN.gov/uwis.
Clifford the Big Red Dog visits HCTPL Libraries June 24-25
Clifford the Big Red Dog is coming to Huntington City-Twp. Public Library in celebration of HCTPL's Summer Reading Club programs and the Scholastic Book Fair!
Kids of all ages are invited to meet Clifford the Big Red Dog who will appear at the Main Library at 2 p.m. Thursday, June 24 in the Children's Department, and at the Markle Branch Library at 2 p.m. on Friday, June 25.
For more information call 260-356-290 or the Markle Branch at 260-758-3332, or visit the Library’s website at www.huntingtonpub.lib.in.us.
Archery Shoot &
Hog Roast June 26
South West Conservation Club, Inc., 5703 Bluffton Rd., Fort Wayne, again is hosting an Archery Shoot and Hog Roast, with proceeds donated to benefit Hunters Helping Hunters, Saturday, June 26.
Archery shoot will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., hog roast from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and 5 p.m. until close entertainment by Midlife Crisis and The Friendly Spooners. Cost is $9 for each event. Entertainment is at no charge.
Huntington Library summer Scholastic Book Fair June 21-26
Huntington City-Twp. Public Library, located at 255 West Park Drive, will sponsor a Scholastic Book Fair from June 21-26 in the Children's Program Room.
Offerings will include fiction and non-fiction books for kids ages birth through 18, including popular series, activity and science books,and more. The book fair will be open during regular library hours: Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, contact the Library's Children's Department at 260-356-2900, or visit the website at www.huntingtonpub.lib.in.us.
Area Things to See and Do
BRYANT
GOODTIMES THEATRE AT BEARCREEK FARMS
Shower of Stars programs at 2 and 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise
FLASHBACK WEDNESDAY—Wednesdays of June 23 & 30, meal & show $10 and show only $6.
Schedule of Shower of Stars available at www.bearcreekfarms.com For more information and reservations call 260-997-6822 or check out www.bearcreekfarms.com
FORT WAYNE’S CIVIC THEATRE
For more information call 260-422-8641 or check out www.fwcivic.org
FW’S SCIENCE CENTRAL EVENTS
HUBBLE SPACE TELESCOPE—New views of the universe with this traveling exhibit, through Aug. 29. This exhibit contains images and video taken from the Hubble Space Telescope of planets, galaxies, black holes and many other fascinating cosmic entities. Developed by NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center.
Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday; Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday noon to 5 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
STARR WARS CONCERT CANCELED.
Tickets via Ticketmaster, Coliseum box office 1-800-745-3000.
FW’S EMBASSY THEATRE EVENTS
JAMIE JOHNSON—Friday, June 25, 8 p.m., $32.50.
MOODY BLUES—Sunday, June 27, 7:30 p.m., tickets $43 to $78.
BILL ENGVALL—Friday, Sept. 24, 7:30 p.m., $40.75 to $72.75.
STRAIGHT NO CHASER—Saturday, Sept. 25, 8 p.m., tickets $25.25 to $37.25.
Ticket information at 260-424-1811 or through Ticketmaster. For groups of 20 or more call 260-420-3344.
FORT WAYNE MUSEUM OF ART
“1934 A New Deal For Artists,” through Aug. 22; Through the Glass Nightly Photographs by Cara Lee Wade, through Aug. 22; Soft Tissue Sculpture and Works on Paper by YaYa Chou, through Aug. 22. Permanent collection of American art. More information at 260-422-6467 or www.fwmoa.org
NISWONGER CENTER—VAN WERT, OHIO
CHARLIE DANIELS BAND—Saturday, Sept. 18, 7:30 p.m.
Tickets and information at www.npacvw.org or 419-238-6722.
WAGON WHEEL THEATRE
SUMMER SEASON—All Shook Up, June 13-July 3; The Music Man, July 7-17; Godspell, July 21-31; The Importance of Being Earnest, Aug. 5-14; The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Aug. 18-28.
For more information or to arrange for tickets call 574-267-8041 or toll free to 866-823-2618. Website is www.wagonwheeltheatre.com
FORT WAYNE’S ARTLINK ART SPACE
REGULAR HOURS—noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Located at 437 East Berry St., FW. Information at www.artlinkfw.com
JAY COUNTY COMMUNITY BAND CONCERT—a July 4 concert at the Jay County Fairgrounds. The band will be directed by Emilie Garringer, Pete Vogler and Kelly Smeltzer. Cost to participate is $25 More information at www.artsland.org
FW CHILDREN’S ZOO
Open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $13 for adults, $10 for seniors 60 and older and $8 for those 2-14, free to those age 1 and under and Zoo Society members.
FORT WAYNE PARKVIEW FIELD EVENTS
ZAC BROWN BAND—Wednesday, July 7, 7:30 p.m., $40.50. More information at 260-282-6400.
TRINTY MUSIC FEST—Casting Crows, Jeremy Camp, David Crowder Band—Saturday, July 17, Parkview Field, $39 (before May 1 or $49 day of show). More information at 260-383-1029.
GOODTIMES THEATRE AT BEARCREEK FARMS
Shower of Stars programs at 2 and 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise
FLASHBACK WEDNESDAY—Wednesdays of June 23 & 30, meal & show $10 and show only $6.
Schedule of Shower of Stars available at www.bearcreekfarms.com For more information and reservations call 260-997-6822 or check out www.bearcreekfarms.com
FORT WAYNE’S CIVIC THEATRE
For more information call 260-422-8641 or check out www.fwcivic.org
FW’S SCIENCE CENTRAL EVENTS
HUBBLE SPACE TELESCOPE—New views of the universe with this traveling exhibit, through Aug. 29. This exhibit contains images and video taken from the Hubble Space Telescope of planets, galaxies, black holes and many other fascinating cosmic entities. Developed by NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center.
Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday; Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday noon to 5 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
STARR WARS CONCERT CANCELED.
Tickets via Ticketmaster, Coliseum box office 1-800-745-3000.
FW’S EMBASSY THEATRE EVENTS
JAMIE JOHNSON—Friday, June 25, 8 p.m., $32.50.
MOODY BLUES—Sunday, June 27, 7:30 p.m., tickets $43 to $78.
BILL ENGVALL—Friday, Sept. 24, 7:30 p.m., $40.75 to $72.75.
STRAIGHT NO CHASER—Saturday, Sept. 25, 8 p.m., tickets $25.25 to $37.25.
Ticket information at 260-424-1811 or through Ticketmaster. For groups of 20 or more call 260-420-3344.
FORT WAYNE MUSEUM OF ART
“1934 A New Deal For Artists,” through Aug. 22; Through the Glass Nightly Photographs by Cara Lee Wade, through Aug. 22; Soft Tissue Sculpture and Works on Paper by YaYa Chou, through Aug. 22. Permanent collection of American art. More information at 260-422-6467 or www.fwmoa.org
NISWONGER CENTER—VAN WERT, OHIO
CHARLIE DANIELS BAND—Saturday, Sept. 18, 7:30 p.m.
Tickets and information at www.npacvw.org or 419-238-6722.
WAGON WHEEL THEATRE
SUMMER SEASON—All Shook Up, June 13-July 3; The Music Man, July 7-17; Godspell, July 21-31; The Importance of Being Earnest, Aug. 5-14; The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Aug. 18-28.
For more information or to arrange for tickets call 574-267-8041 or toll free to 866-823-2618. Website is www.wagonwheeltheatre.com
FORT WAYNE’S ARTLINK ART SPACE
REGULAR HOURS—noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Located at 437 East Berry St., FW. Information at www.artlinkfw.com
JAY COUNTY COMMUNITY BAND CONCERT—a July 4 concert at the Jay County Fairgrounds. The band will be directed by Emilie Garringer, Pete Vogler and Kelly Smeltzer. Cost to participate is $25 More information at www.artsland.org
FW CHILDREN’S ZOO
Open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $13 for adults, $10 for seniors 60 and older and $8 for those 2-14, free to those age 1 and under and Zoo Society members.
FORT WAYNE PARKVIEW FIELD EVENTS
ZAC BROWN BAND—Wednesday, July 7, 7:30 p.m., $40.50. More information at 260-282-6400.
TRINTY MUSIC FEST—Casting Crows, Jeremy Camp, David Crowder Band—Saturday, July 17, Parkview Field, $39 (before May 1 or $49 day of show). More information at 260-383-1029.
Club Calendar
Monday, June 21
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. For information call 260-447-7116.
Thursday, June 24
Loyal Neighbor's Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Monday, June 28
Genetic Syndrome Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call 260-749-6379.
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 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.
Every Thursday
Overcomers Outreach — South Wayne United Methodist Church, 3500 S. Wayne Ave.;7-8 p.m. 260-745-2933.
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.
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. For information call 260-447-7116.
Thursday, June 24
Loyal Neighbor's Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Monday, June 28
Genetic Syndrome Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call 260-749-6379.
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 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.
Every Thursday
Overcomers Outreach — South Wayne United Methodist Church, 3500 S. Wayne Ave.;7-8 p.m. 260-745-2933.
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.
Friday, June 18, 2010
Thursday, June 17, 2010
What's Up!
Antique Appraiser Fair and Flea Market cancelled
The Antique Appriaser Fair and Flea Market that was scheduled for Saturday, June 19 at Five Points School, has been cancelled.
SA Senior Luncheon June 23
The Senior Luncheon will be held at the South Adams Senior Center Wednesday, June 23 at noon. The menu will consist of Swiss steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, cole slaw, roll and butter, chocolate cake, coffee and lemonade. The meal will be catered by Norm's Preble Gardens. Cost is $5 per person. Entertainment will be furnished by Ramona "Toni" Brewster.
Call 260-589-8877 to make reservations by Monday, June 21.
Bear Creek Farms trip June 24
The South Adams Senior Center will sponsor a Bearcreek Farms Day Thursday, June 24. Cost is $22.50 per person and includes a family style meal, drink, dessert, tax, and the 2 p.m. Branson on the Road Show in the Goodtimes Theatre. Tip is not included.
Meet at Bearcreek at noon. Seating for lunch is at 12:30 p.m. Call 260-589-8877 to sign up.
Reservations and payments are due at the South Adams Senior Center, 825 Hendricks St., Berne, IN 46711, by Monday, June 21.
The Antique Appriaser Fair and Flea Market that was scheduled for Saturday, June 19 at Five Points School, has been cancelled.
SA Senior Luncheon June 23
The Senior Luncheon will be held at the South Adams Senior Center Wednesday, June 23 at noon. The menu will consist of Swiss steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, cole slaw, roll and butter, chocolate cake, coffee and lemonade. The meal will be catered by Norm's Preble Gardens. Cost is $5 per person. Entertainment will be furnished by Ramona "Toni" Brewster.
Call 260-589-8877 to make reservations by Monday, June 21.
Bear Creek Farms trip June 24
The South Adams Senior Center will sponsor a Bearcreek Farms Day Thursday, June 24. Cost is $22.50 per person and includes a family style meal, drink, dessert, tax, and the 2 p.m. Branson on the Road Show in the Goodtimes Theatre. Tip is not included.
Meet at Bearcreek at noon. Seating for lunch is at 12:30 p.m. Call 260-589-8877 to sign up.
Reservations and payments are due at the South Adams Senior Center, 825 Hendricks St., Berne, IN 46711, by Monday, June 21.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Wells Co. Council on Aging
Office Hours Monday through Friday are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 2008
2010 Senior Discount Cards are now available at the Wells County Council on Aging from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cards are $7 and are not transferable or $8 laminated. Many local vendors participate in this senior discount program. If it is impossible to go to the Council on Aging office to purchase a card, you can receive it by mail Send the agency a stamped, self-addressed legal sized envelope; enclose the $7 per card and the additional $1 fee if lamination is desired. The discount card and list of sponsors will then be mailed to you. Sale of Senior Citizens Discount Cards are a fundraising project for the local Council on Aging. The money raised by the sale of the cards supports many services the organization has to offer within the Wells County Community, including programs such as transportation and in-home services. If you are a business owner and are interested in sponsoring a discount, contact Margaret Whitesel at 824-1070.
Wells on Wheels (WOW) Hours of operation are: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesdays from 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 6 a.m. to noon. Call 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.
Friday, June 18
1-4:30 p.m.—Pool: 8 Ball at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. For informatin 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 23
10 a.m.-Noon—Bluffton Parks Department, City Hall. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. Call 824-6069.
2010 Senior Discount Cards are now available at the Wells County Council on Aging from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cards are $7 and are not transferable or $8 laminated. Many local vendors participate in this senior discount program. If it is impossible to go to the Council on Aging office to purchase a card, you can receive it by mail Send the agency a stamped, self-addressed legal sized envelope; enclose the $7 per card and the additional $1 fee if lamination is desired. The discount card and list of sponsors will then be mailed to you. Sale of Senior Citizens Discount Cards are a fundraising project for the local Council on Aging. The money raised by the sale of the cards supports many services the organization has to offer within the Wells County Community, including programs such as transportation and in-home services. If you are a business owner and are interested in sponsoring a discount, contact Margaret Whitesel at 824-1070.
Wells on Wheels (WOW) Hours of operation are: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesdays from 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 6 a.m. to noon. Call 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.
Friday, June 18
1-4:30 p.m.—Pool: 8 Ball at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. For informatin 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 23
10 a.m.-Noon—Bluffton Parks Department, City Hall. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. Call 824-6069.
Area Things to See and Do
HONEYWELL CENTER
GEORGE JONES—Thursday, Aug. 5, 7:30 p.m., $24 to $100.
HERMAN’S HERMITS WITH PETER NOONE—Saturday, Aug. 14, $19 to $50. Information at 260-563-1102 or at www.honeywellcenter.org
WARSAW WAGON WHEEL THEATRE
SUMMER SEASON—Andrew Lloyd Webber Musical “Cats.” June 9-19; All Shook Up, June 13-July 3; The Music Man, July 7-17; Call 574-267-8041 or 866-823-2618. Website is www.wagonwheeltheatre.com
GEORGE JONES—Thursday, Aug. 5, 7:30 p.m., $24 to $100.
HERMAN’S HERMITS WITH PETER NOONE—Saturday, Aug. 14, $19 to $50. Information at 260-563-1102 or at www.honeywellcenter.org
WARSAW WAGON WHEEL THEATRE
SUMMER SEASON—Andrew Lloyd Webber Musical “Cats.” June 9-19; All Shook Up, June 13-July 3; The Music Man, July 7-17; Call 574-267-8041 or 866-823-2618. Website is www.wagonwheeltheatre.com
Club Calendar
Wednesday, June 16
O.D.O. Club--Charlotte Gehring’s home; 7 p.m.
Thursday, June 17
Bluffton Lions Club--Corner Depot; noon.
Saturday, June 19
River Terrace Estates--Brandi Dance Studio; 10 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, June 20
River Terrace Estates--Tab Beechler playing piano and singing in AL; 2:30 p.m.
O.D.O. Club--Charlotte Gehring’s home; 7 p.m.
Thursday, June 17
Bluffton Lions Club--Corner Depot; noon.
Saturday, June 19
River Terrace Estates--Brandi Dance Studio; 10 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, June 20
River Terrace Estates--Tab Beechler playing piano and singing in AL; 2:30 p.m.
What's UP!
Free lunches on Thursdays at Life Church
Life Community will be serving a free lunch on Thursdays during the summer from 11 a.m. to noon at 428 S. Oak Street, Bluffton.
The lunch will consist of hotdogs, chips, cookies and a drink. Lunch will be served outside of the Life building on the Oak Street side entrance. Plan to stay after lunch for games and a treat. Call 824-2252.
Registrations begin for Cardboard Boat Race
Cardboard Boat Race Registration has begun. Families build a boat using only cardboard and duct tape that two people can ride in and enter the 2010 Cardboard Boat Race held July 24th. Official rules are at the Park office and you must call 824-6069 to register by July 16. Spectator admission is $2. Participation is free.
Parks events still have some openings
There are still some openings in the free bowling for children ages six and up, pee wee t-ball for ages four and five, and archery for students ages 10 and up. There are also have openings in the wood kit craft day that costs $5 per kit. Call the park office at 824-6069 for more details and to register.
Conservation Club selling tickets for Wood Carving
Members of the Ossian Conservation Club will be selling raffle tickets on a chainsaw “Wood Carving” by Sid King. If you have seen different animals or eagles carved from logs or stumps around the county you’ve probably seen Sid’s work. Tickets will sell for $1 each or six tickets for $5, and will be sold at all of the fund raisers and events this year and also from club members. For tickets or more information call, Dave Saalfrank at 622-7107 or Rose Barrick at 622-4733. The drawing will be at the Oct. 1st meeting at the Ossian Conservation Club.
Puzzled? Make a Splash @ the Library!
If you missed the photograph of Bluffton Mayor Ted Ellis soaking his toes to promote the Summer Reading Program at the Wells County Public Library, you can still enjoy the full color version online. The picture is now an online jigsaw puzzle for everyone to play (free!) on the library’s Jigidi page at http://www.jigidi.com/wells_county_public_library.php .
And if you missed signing up for the Summer Reading Program, you still have time. Registration for adults, teens and kids continues through the month of June. Stop by the library today and sign up. Read to earn prizes and free books while enjoying a variety of special summer programs through July 31. For more information about upcoming events, visit www.wellscolibrary or call 260-824-1612.
BHES Summer
childcare program still has openings
The summer child care program at BHES is underway. The hours are 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. The cost is $10 per day. Children need to pack their own lunch. Parents only need to pay for the days their child is in attendance and we DO NOT need prior notice. Drop ins are welcome.
Children attending will take walking field trips to the library, parks and go to the pool on Tuesdays, weather permitting.
Any interested parents may call the school at 824-0333.
Car and Truck Show June 19
The fifth annual Community Christian Car and Truck show will be held June 19 at 1309 W. Washington St., Bluffton.
Registration will be held from 8 a.m. to noon, rain or shine. Awards will be at 2 p.m. There will be a live dj and homemade food for breakfast and lunch. The top 10 and specialty cars will be recognized. The first 50 registrants will receive a dash plaque. Registration fee is $10. For more information call 260-824-3903.
Friends of the Kellys Fundraiser June 19
Team Burger King will face off Friends of the Kellys June 19 at 3 p.m. at Wilson Field (Lions Park softball diamond).
A free will donation will be collected during the game intermission. All proceeds will go to the family. The family is in the process of building a new home so they can better take care of 13-year-old Robert Kelly who has Spina Bifida.
Breakfast and
auction at The Bridge June 19th
A Breakfast and Auction will be held Saturday, June 19 at The Bridge.
Breakfast (freewill donations accepted) will be served from 8:30 to 10 a.m. The auction will begin at 10 a.m. There over 100 items listed and more are coming in daily. All proceeds from the event will go towards mission trips to Haiti through Mission of Hope in Haiti. The Bridge is sending 27 people in July and another 20 in October in an effort to help the Haitians rebuild their homes, churches, schools and lives. The public is invited to join us for breakfast and the auction to help us make a difference in, not only the people of Haiti, but in also the lives of those serving. For more information, log onto www.thebridgecc.org or contact the church at office.decatur@thebridgecc.org or call (260) 728-4070.
Touch a Truck
June 19
Touch a Truck Event will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 19. Let your child experience what big trucks are really like. Vehicles will be on display at Washington Main Commons. Trucks may include: a dump truck, concrete mixer, ambulance, fire truck, police car, etc. This event is free and open to the public. No pre-registration is required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. In case of unfavorable weather, this event will be canceled.
Children's Garage Sale June 19
A Children's Garage Sale will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 19. Those interested should call 824-6069 for table space in the third annual all kids garage sale held in the Bluffton City Gym. This is a great way to help children learn to buy, sell or trade used books, toys, puzzles, games and sports equipment. No clothing or lemonade stands. Cost is $2 for table space and a parent must attend and have items clearly marked.
Blackford County
4-H Fair June 19-26
The Blackford County 4-H Fair will be held June 19-26 in Hartford City.
There will be a lawn and garden tractor pull Friday, June 18 at 7:30 p.m.; a Truck Pull Saturday, June 19 at 5 p.m.; the queen contest Sunday, June 20 at 7:30 p.m. and the annual parade Monday, June 21 at 6 p.m.
Other events include a free classic rock and roll concert Tuesday, June 22 at 8 p.m., Donkey Chariot Races Wednesday, June 23 at 7 p.m.; a Lip Sync and Karaoke Contest Thursday, June 24 at 7:30 p.m. and Spike and the Bulldogs concert Friday, June 25 at 8 p.m. For more information call 765-348-3213 or email: oneillra@purdue.edu.
Hurryin' Harrisons 4-H Car Wash
June 19
Members of the Hurryin' Harrisons 4-H club will be host a car wash Saturday, June 19 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Wells County 4-H Park. Proceeds will be donated to the Wells County Animal Shelter.
Conservation Club Garage Sale June 19
Members of the Ossian Conservation Club Inc. will participate in the Ossian Garage Sale Day Saturday, June 19. They will be set up on Maplewood Drive across from the Fire Station in Steve Gibson’s back yard.
They will be popping sugar corn and selling ice cold pop and water. Stop in for a break from your shopping and have a cold pop and a bag of sugar corn. Proceeds will to go to the new furnace and siding fund.
Shotgun Shoot
June 20
The Ossian Conservation Club Inc. will sponsor a Shotgun Shoot Sunday, June 20 from noon to 4:30 p.m. There will be regular clays, middies, minnies and rabbit targets. Public is welcome.
The club is located at 9950N. 100E., Ossian. For more information call 622-4712 or 622-6810 or go to www.ossianconservationclub.com.
Life Community will be serving a free lunch on Thursdays during the summer from 11 a.m. to noon at 428 S. Oak Street, Bluffton.
The lunch will consist of hotdogs, chips, cookies and a drink. Lunch will be served outside of the Life building on the Oak Street side entrance. Plan to stay after lunch for games and a treat. Call 824-2252.
Registrations begin for Cardboard Boat Race
Cardboard Boat Race Registration has begun. Families build a boat using only cardboard and duct tape that two people can ride in and enter the 2010 Cardboard Boat Race held July 24th. Official rules are at the Park office and you must call 824-6069 to register by July 16. Spectator admission is $2. Participation is free.
Parks events still have some openings
There are still some openings in the free bowling for children ages six and up, pee wee t-ball for ages four and five, and archery for students ages 10 and up. There are also have openings in the wood kit craft day that costs $5 per kit. Call the park office at 824-6069 for more details and to register.
Conservation Club selling tickets for Wood Carving
Members of the Ossian Conservation Club will be selling raffle tickets on a chainsaw “Wood Carving” by Sid King. If you have seen different animals or eagles carved from logs or stumps around the county you’ve probably seen Sid’s work. Tickets will sell for $1 each or six tickets for $5, and will be sold at all of the fund raisers and events this year and also from club members. For tickets or more information call, Dave Saalfrank at 622-7107 or Rose Barrick at 622-4733. The drawing will be at the Oct. 1st meeting at the Ossian Conservation Club.
Puzzled? Make a Splash @ the Library!
If you missed the photograph of Bluffton Mayor Ted Ellis soaking his toes to promote the Summer Reading Program at the Wells County Public Library, you can still enjoy the full color version online. The picture is now an online jigsaw puzzle for everyone to play (free!) on the library’s Jigidi page at http://www.jigidi.com/wells_county_public_library.php .
And if you missed signing up for the Summer Reading Program, you still have time. Registration for adults, teens and kids continues through the month of June. Stop by the library today and sign up. Read to earn prizes and free books while enjoying a variety of special summer programs through July 31. For more information about upcoming events, visit www.wellscolibrary or call 260-824-1612.
BHES Summer
childcare program still has openings
The summer child care program at BHES is underway. The hours are 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. The cost is $10 per day. Children need to pack their own lunch. Parents only need to pay for the days their child is in attendance and we DO NOT need prior notice. Drop ins are welcome.
Children attending will take walking field trips to the library, parks and go to the pool on Tuesdays, weather permitting.
Any interested parents may call the school at 824-0333.
Car and Truck Show June 19
The fifth annual Community Christian Car and Truck show will be held June 19 at 1309 W. Washington St., Bluffton.
Registration will be held from 8 a.m. to noon, rain or shine. Awards will be at 2 p.m. There will be a live dj and homemade food for breakfast and lunch. The top 10 and specialty cars will be recognized. The first 50 registrants will receive a dash plaque. Registration fee is $10. For more information call 260-824-3903.
Friends of the Kellys Fundraiser June 19
Team Burger King will face off Friends of the Kellys June 19 at 3 p.m. at Wilson Field (Lions Park softball diamond).
A free will donation will be collected during the game intermission. All proceeds will go to the family. The family is in the process of building a new home so they can better take care of 13-year-old Robert Kelly who has Spina Bifida.
Breakfast and
auction at The Bridge June 19th
A Breakfast and Auction will be held Saturday, June 19 at The Bridge.
Breakfast (freewill donations accepted) will be served from 8:30 to 10 a.m. The auction will begin at 10 a.m. There over 100 items listed and more are coming in daily. All proceeds from the event will go towards mission trips to Haiti through Mission of Hope in Haiti. The Bridge is sending 27 people in July and another 20 in October in an effort to help the Haitians rebuild their homes, churches, schools and lives. The public is invited to join us for breakfast and the auction to help us make a difference in, not only the people of Haiti, but in also the lives of those serving. For more information, log onto www.thebridgecc.org or contact the church at office.decatur@thebridgecc.org or call (260) 728-4070.
Touch a Truck
June 19
Touch a Truck Event will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 19. Let your child experience what big trucks are really like. Vehicles will be on display at Washington Main Commons. Trucks may include: a dump truck, concrete mixer, ambulance, fire truck, police car, etc. This event is free and open to the public. No pre-registration is required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. In case of unfavorable weather, this event will be canceled.
Children's Garage Sale June 19
A Children's Garage Sale will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 19. Those interested should call 824-6069 for table space in the third annual all kids garage sale held in the Bluffton City Gym. This is a great way to help children learn to buy, sell or trade used books, toys, puzzles, games and sports equipment. No clothing or lemonade stands. Cost is $2 for table space and a parent must attend and have items clearly marked.
Blackford County
4-H Fair June 19-26
The Blackford County 4-H Fair will be held June 19-26 in Hartford City.
There will be a lawn and garden tractor pull Friday, June 18 at 7:30 p.m.; a Truck Pull Saturday, June 19 at 5 p.m.; the queen contest Sunday, June 20 at 7:30 p.m. and the annual parade Monday, June 21 at 6 p.m.
Other events include a free classic rock and roll concert Tuesday, June 22 at 8 p.m., Donkey Chariot Races Wednesday, June 23 at 7 p.m.; a Lip Sync and Karaoke Contest Thursday, June 24 at 7:30 p.m. and Spike and the Bulldogs concert Friday, June 25 at 8 p.m. For more information call 765-348-3213 or email: oneillra@purdue.edu.
Hurryin' Harrisons 4-H Car Wash
June 19
Members of the Hurryin' Harrisons 4-H club will be host a car wash Saturday, June 19 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Wells County 4-H Park. Proceeds will be donated to the Wells County Animal Shelter.
Conservation Club Garage Sale June 19
Members of the Ossian Conservation Club Inc. will participate in the Ossian Garage Sale Day Saturday, June 19. They will be set up on Maplewood Drive across from the Fire Station in Steve Gibson’s back yard.
They will be popping sugar corn and selling ice cold pop and water. Stop in for a break from your shopping and have a cold pop and a bag of sugar corn. Proceeds will to go to the new furnace and siding fund.
Shotgun Shoot
June 20
The Ossian Conservation Club Inc. will sponsor a Shotgun Shoot Sunday, June 20 from noon to 4:30 p.m. There will be regular clays, middies, minnies and rabbit targets. Public is welcome.
The club is located at 9950N. 100E., Ossian. For more information call 622-4712 or 622-6810 or go to www.ossianconservationclub.com.
Car Wash Fundraiser to be held June 19
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Ouabache State Park Events
Interpretive Naturalist: Kate Curless
Office Phone: 824-0926
4930 E. SR 201, Bluffton
OuabacheInterp@dnr.IN.gov
Ouabache's interpretive programs are family oriented. Parents and children are encouraged to attend activities together. An adult should accompany children under the age of 10. In the case of inclement weather, all hikes will meet at the Campview Shelter. Schedule subject to change.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 16
1:45 p.m. — Native American story. Get ready for the Rendezvous on the Ouabache each day this week by listening to a Native American story during the pool’s safety check on the pool lawn. Swimmers, make sure to get our hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
3:45 p.m. — Up close and personal with nature. Get up close and personal with an empty wasps nest on the pool lawn during the pool safety check. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
7 p.m. — Life in the CCC. We’ll explore history this week by taking a look at park history and the organization that helped create it. Naturalist Kate will be sharing some donated photos with the audience. Meet at Trails End Shelter.
THURSDAY, JUNE 17
1:45 p.m. — Insect trivia. Join the game on the pool lawn during the safety check and test your knowledge of insects. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
3:45 p.m. — Native American story. See Wednesday for details.
7 p.m. — Indiana under ice. Journey back to the ice age to discover a vastly different Indiana climate, landscape, and animals! Meet at Campview Shelter to begin your journey.
FRIDAY, JUNE 18
1:45 p.m. — Native American story. See Wednesday for details.
3:45 p.m. — Meet the cedar waxwing. Learn more about this beautiful bird on the pool lawn during the pool safety check. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
8 p.m. — Covered wagon conversation. The Rendezvous reenactors will take you back in time. Learn from these knowledgeable individuals about this important time in the expansion of the United States. Meet in the field across from the Fire Tower. Bring a chair and bug spray.
SATURDAY, JUNE 19
9:30 a.m. — Native Americans and the bison. Meet at the small shelter in front of the Wildlife Exhibit to learn about bison and their importance to Native Americans.
11-11:30 a.m. — Hoosier Quest. Connect! Discover! Explore! Learn more about the patch program at the small shelter near the Wildlife Exhibit. After a brief introduction, we'll break up into groups to start working on the requirements. Scouts and other groups, are you interested in earning a patch? See the Naturalist to learn about the Hoosier Pathfinder program.
1:45 p.m. — Pool break tug of war. Join Naturalist Kate on the pool lawn for a favorite frontier game — tug of war! Prizes for the winners! Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
8 p.m. — Bead making. Many items on the frontier were homemade from things settlers found. Today, learn how to create your own beads out of found materials by meeting at the small shelter in front of the Wildlife Exhibit.
SUNDAY, JUNE 20
11-11:30 a.m. — Hoosier Quest. See Saturday for details.
1 p.m. — Helpful herbals. There was no ibuprofen on frontier; instead you had to know what plants made good medicine. Meet at the small shelter in front of the Wildlife Exhibit to learn more about some helpful herbs.
Office Phone: 824-0926
4930 E. SR 201, Bluffton
OuabacheInterp@dnr.IN.gov
Ouabache's interpretive programs are family oriented. Parents and children are encouraged to attend activities together. An adult should accompany children under the age of 10. In the case of inclement weather, all hikes will meet at the Campview Shelter. Schedule subject to change.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 16
1:45 p.m. — Native American story. Get ready for the Rendezvous on the Ouabache each day this week by listening to a Native American story during the pool’s safety check on the pool lawn. Swimmers, make sure to get our hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
3:45 p.m. — Up close and personal with nature. Get up close and personal with an empty wasps nest on the pool lawn during the pool safety check. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
7 p.m. — Life in the CCC. We’ll explore history this week by taking a look at park history and the organization that helped create it. Naturalist Kate will be sharing some donated photos with the audience. Meet at Trails End Shelter.
THURSDAY, JUNE 17
1:45 p.m. — Insect trivia. Join the game on the pool lawn during the safety check and test your knowledge of insects. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
3:45 p.m. — Native American story. See Wednesday for details.
7 p.m. — Indiana under ice. Journey back to the ice age to discover a vastly different Indiana climate, landscape, and animals! Meet at Campview Shelter to begin your journey.
FRIDAY, JUNE 18
1:45 p.m. — Native American story. See Wednesday for details.
3:45 p.m. — Meet the cedar waxwing. Learn more about this beautiful bird on the pool lawn during the pool safety check. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
8 p.m. — Covered wagon conversation. The Rendezvous reenactors will take you back in time. Learn from these knowledgeable individuals about this important time in the expansion of the United States. Meet in the field across from the Fire Tower. Bring a chair and bug spray.
SATURDAY, JUNE 19
9:30 a.m. — Native Americans and the bison. Meet at the small shelter in front of the Wildlife Exhibit to learn about bison and their importance to Native Americans.
11-11:30 a.m. — Hoosier Quest. Connect! Discover! Explore! Learn more about the patch program at the small shelter near the Wildlife Exhibit. After a brief introduction, we'll break up into groups to start working on the requirements. Scouts and other groups, are you interested in earning a patch? See the Naturalist to learn about the Hoosier Pathfinder program.
1:45 p.m. — Pool break tug of war. Join Naturalist Kate on the pool lawn for a favorite frontier game — tug of war! Prizes for the winners! Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
8 p.m. — Bead making. Many items on the frontier were homemade from things settlers found. Today, learn how to create your own beads out of found materials by meeting at the small shelter in front of the Wildlife Exhibit.
SUNDAY, JUNE 20
11-11:30 a.m. — Hoosier Quest. See Saturday for details.
1 p.m. — Helpful herbals. There was no ibuprofen on frontier; instead you had to know what plants made good medicine. Meet at the small shelter in front of the Wildlife Exhibit to learn more about some helpful herbs.
Club Calendar
Wednesday, June 16
Kitco Retirees--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
O.D.O. Club--Charlotte Gehring’s home; 7 p.m.
Thursday, June 17
Bluffton Lions Club--Corner Depot; noon.
Saturday, June 19
River Terrace Estates--Brandi Dance Studio; 10 a.m. in Healthcare.
Kitco Retirees--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
O.D.O. Club--Charlotte Gehring’s home; 7 p.m.
Thursday, June 17
Bluffton Lions Club--Corner Depot; noon.
Saturday, June 19
River Terrace Estates--Brandi Dance Studio; 10 a.m. in Healthcare.
Monday, June 14, 2010
‘The Garden’ features works by area artists with July 20 open house
“The Garden” is the currently exhibit at the Balentine Gallery at the Arts Commerce & Visitors Centre. It showcases garden themes as visioned by area artists.
Free hours for viewing are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays with an open house for the artists scheduled for Sunday, June 20, at 7 p.m. before Jazz on the Patio.
Artists having works in the exhibit include: Jody Hemphill Smith, Joel Fremion, Vickie Hunteman, Carol Stern, Karen West, Tommye Still, Carmie Anderson, Rosemary ope, Katie Vanderkolk, Dotty Fryback, Barbara Barbieri, Mary Ellen McEvoy, Emily Butler and Skeet Decker.
Free hours for viewing are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays with an open house for the artists scheduled for Sunday, June 20, at 7 p.m. before Jazz on the Patio.
Artists having works in the exhibit include: Jody Hemphill Smith, Joel Fremion, Vickie Hunteman, Carol Stern, Karen West, Tommye Still, Carmie Anderson, Rosemary ope, Katie Vanderkolk, Dotty Fryback, Barbara Barbieri, Mary Ellen McEvoy, Emily Butler and Skeet Decker.
Creative Arts Centre Events
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, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and by arrangement with the CAC office.
IN THE BALENTINE GALLERY
THE GARDEN EXHIBIT—through July 15. Open house for artists on Sunday, June 20, 7 p.m., before Jazz on the Patio.
FOCUS ON PHOTOS 2010—Biennial ward show sponsored by Ossian State Bank, July 18-Aug. 30. Entry form at www.wellscocreativearts.com
SCHOOL OF BALLET
BALLET CAMP FOR YOUNG DANCERS—, June 21-25, mornings with Jeni Meeks in Studio A.
BALLET CAMP FOR ADVANCES DANCERS—June 28-July 2, with Janiece Lipsey in Studio A.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
SUMMER ARTS ACADEMY—for ages 8 to 18, June 14-18, an intensive study of great American artists with Katie Vanderkolk and Vickie Hunteman. $100 with sibling discounts of 10%. Register now!
YOGA MOVES CAMP—for ages 6 to 12, with Susy Jones, July 12-16 in Studio A.
EVENTS
JAZZ ON THE PATIO—Sunday, June 20, 7 p.m. with Kevin Piekarski Ensemble with Derek Reeves and George Ogg. Relax with Dad! Wine and food available for purchase, no admission charge. Sponsored by First Bank of Berne and Honegger Ringger & Co. Rain or shine (on the patio or inside)!
FW PHILHARMONIC POPS CONCERT—Thursday, July 1, 7 p.m., Ouabache State Park, free concert. (Park admission charged.) Bradley Thachuk to conduct and Ed Goetz to lead you in song.
KEHOE PARK CONCERTS—Sundays during July and August starting Aug. 11 with Spike and the Bulldogs. Free concert.
Ongoing Activities:
CAC board of directors—Monday June 21, 5:15 p.m. Development committee with Charles A. Shepard, III on June 17, 5:30 p.m.
PHOTOGRAPHERS FORUM—Thursday, June 24, 6:30 p.m., free event.
READERS CIRCLE—Tuesday, July 13, Georgia O’Keeffe Southwest program. Brown bag lunch meetings, noon to 1:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday each month at CAC. Free event.
ARTISTS IN ACTION— Fridays at 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., work space by arrangement with CAC office, free event.
CUISINE ARTISTS—Tour of the Canal Junction Farmstead Cheese site in Defiance, Ohio, Thursday, July 15, leave at noon from CAC with return at about 4 p.m., registration needed by July 12, $3 with lunch on your own.
HOURS—Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and by arrangement with the CAC office.
IN THE BALENTINE GALLERY
THE GARDEN EXHIBIT—through July 15. Open house for artists on Sunday, June 20, 7 p.m., before Jazz on the Patio.
FOCUS ON PHOTOS 2010—Biennial ward show sponsored by Ossian State Bank, July 18-Aug. 30. Entry form at www.wellscocreativearts.com
SCHOOL OF BALLET
BALLET CAMP FOR YOUNG DANCERS—, June 21-25, mornings with Jeni Meeks in Studio A.
BALLET CAMP FOR ADVANCES DANCERS—June 28-July 2, with Janiece Lipsey in Studio A.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
SUMMER ARTS ACADEMY—for ages 8 to 18, June 14-18, an intensive study of great American artists with Katie Vanderkolk and Vickie Hunteman. $100 with sibling discounts of 10%. Register now!
YOGA MOVES CAMP—for ages 6 to 12, with Susy Jones, July 12-16 in Studio A.
EVENTS
JAZZ ON THE PATIO—Sunday, June 20, 7 p.m. with Kevin Piekarski Ensemble with Derek Reeves and George Ogg. Relax with Dad! Wine and food available for purchase, no admission charge. Sponsored by First Bank of Berne and Honegger Ringger & Co. Rain or shine (on the patio or inside)!
FW PHILHARMONIC POPS CONCERT—Thursday, July 1, 7 p.m., Ouabache State Park, free concert. (Park admission charged.) Bradley Thachuk to conduct and Ed Goetz to lead you in song.
KEHOE PARK CONCERTS—Sundays during July and August starting Aug. 11 with Spike and the Bulldogs. Free concert.
Ongoing Activities:
CAC board of directors—Monday June 21, 5:15 p.m. Development committee with Charles A. Shepard, III on June 17, 5:30 p.m.
PHOTOGRAPHERS FORUM—Thursday, June 24, 6:30 p.m., free event.
READERS CIRCLE—Tuesday, July 13, Georgia O’Keeffe Southwest program. Brown bag lunch meetings, noon to 1:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday each month at CAC. Free event.
ARTISTS IN ACTION— Fridays at 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., work space by arrangement with CAC office, free event.
CUISINE ARTISTS—Tour of the Canal Junction Farmstead Cheese site in Defiance, Ohio, Thursday, July 15, leave at noon from CAC with return at about 4 p.m., registration needed by July 12, $3 with lunch on your own.
Club Calendar
Monday, June 14
ADHD/ADD Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. For information call 260-447-7116.
Widowed to Widowed--Corner Depot; 6 p.m.
Epsilon Zeta Chapter Social; Barb Klosterman’s home; 7 p.m.
Wednesday, June 16
Kitco Retirees--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
O.D.O. Club--Charlotte Gehring’s home; 7 p.m.
Thursday, June 17
Bluffton Lions Club--Corner Depot; noon
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Saturday, June 19
River Terrace Estates--Brandi Dance Studio; 10 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, June 20
River Terrace Estates--Tab Beechler playing piano and singing in AL; 2:30 p.m.
Monday, June 21
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. For information call 260-447-7116.
Monday, June 28
Genetic Syndrome Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call 260-749-6379.
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 824-6069.
ADHD/ADD Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. For information call 260-447-7116.
Widowed to Widowed--Corner Depot; 6 p.m.
Epsilon Zeta Chapter Social; Barb Klosterman’s home; 7 p.m.
Wednesday, June 16
Kitco Retirees--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
O.D.O. Club--Charlotte Gehring’s home; 7 p.m.
Thursday, June 17
Bluffton Lions Club--Corner Depot; noon
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Saturday, June 19
River Terrace Estates--Brandi Dance Studio; 10 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, June 20
River Terrace Estates--Tab Beechler playing piano and singing in AL; 2:30 p.m.
Monday, June 21
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. For information call 260-447-7116.
Monday, June 28
Genetic Syndrome Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call 260-749-6379.
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 824-6069.
Friday, June 11, 2010
Preserving Nature’s Bounty
Picture your garden overflowing with plump, juicy tomatoes, shiny green peppers, and crisp green beans. Imagine picking juicy peaches, pears, and apples from the local orchards or selecting fresh produce from baskets at the farmers’ markets.
Why not save some of this bounty to enjoy all through the year? Food preservation is the process s of treating and handling food to stop or greatly slow down spoilage, loss of quality, edibility, or nutritive value caused or accelerated by micro-organisms.
Learn to preserve foods safely. The Purdue Extension Service in Wells County will be conducting ‘Preserving Nature’s Bounty’ workshops to discuss safe home food preservation procedures and to answer the frequently asked questions on canning, freezing, and drying foods. Workshops are scheduled for
June 23rd, 1:30- 3:00 p.m. at the Wells Community Center at the 4-H Park
July 27th, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at the Wells County Public Library, Bluffton, IN
August 10th, 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Wells Community Center at the 4-H Park
Please register by calling the Extension Office at (260) 824-6412, or email mhoag@purdue.edu for a more information. Registration cost is $3.00, payable at the door.
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Why not save some of this bounty to enjoy all through the year? Food preservation is the process s of treating and handling food to stop or greatly slow down spoilage, loss of quality, edibility, or nutritive value caused or accelerated by micro-organisms.
Learn to preserve foods safely. The Purdue Extension Service in Wells County will be conducting ‘Preserving Nature’s Bounty’ workshops to discuss safe home food preservation procedures and to answer the frequently asked questions on canning, freezing, and drying foods. Workshops are scheduled for
June 23rd, 1:30- 3:00 p.m. at the Wells Community Center at the 4-H Park
July 27th, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at the Wells County Public Library, Bluffton, IN
August 10th, 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Wells Community Center at the 4-H Park
Please register by calling the Extension Office at (260) 824-6412, or email mhoag@purdue.edu for a more information. Registration cost is $3.00, payable at the door.
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Thursday, June 10, 2010
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Wells County Council on Aging
Office Hours Monday through Friday are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 2008
2010 Senior Discount Cards are now available at the Wells County Council on Aging from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cards are $7 and are not transferable or $8 laminated. Many local vendors participate in this senior discount program. If it is impossible to go to the Council on Aging office to purchase a card, you can receive it by mail Send the agency a stamped, self-addressed legal sized envelope; enclose the $7 per card and the additional $1 fee if lamination is desired. The discount card and list of sponsors will then be mailed to you. Sale of Senior Citizens Discount Cards are a fundraising project for the local Council on Aging. The money raised by the sale of the cards supports many services the organization has to offer within the Wells County Community, including programs such as transportation and in-home services. If you are a business owner and are interested in sponsoring a discount, contact Margaret Whitesel at 824-1070.
Wells on Wheels (WOW) Hours of operation are: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesdays from 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 6 a.m. to noon. Call 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.
Friday, June 11
1-4:30 p.m.—Pool: 8 Ball at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. For informatin call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
1-4:30 p.m.—Cards: All kinds at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. For information call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
Monday, June 14
4-5 p.m.—Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer Support Group meeting at Wells County Council on Aging, 225 W. Water Street, Bluffton.
Wednesday, June 16
10 a.m.-Noon—Bluffton Parks Department, City Hall. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. Call 824-6069.
2010 Senior Discount Cards are now available at the Wells County Council on Aging from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cards are $7 and are not transferable or $8 laminated. Many local vendors participate in this senior discount program. If it is impossible to go to the Council on Aging office to purchase a card, you can receive it by mail Send the agency a stamped, self-addressed legal sized envelope; enclose the $7 per card and the additional $1 fee if lamination is desired. The discount card and list of sponsors will then be mailed to you. Sale of Senior Citizens Discount Cards are a fundraising project for the local Council on Aging. The money raised by the sale of the cards supports many services the organization has to offer within the Wells County Community, including programs such as transportation and in-home services. If you are a business owner and are interested in sponsoring a discount, contact Margaret Whitesel at 824-1070.
Wells on Wheels (WOW) Hours of operation are: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesdays from 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 6 a.m. to noon. Call 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.
Friday, June 11
1-4:30 p.m.—Pool: 8 Ball at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. For informatin call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
1-4:30 p.m.—Cards: All kinds at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. For information call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
Monday, June 14
4-5 p.m.—Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer Support Group meeting at Wells County Council on Aging, 225 W. Water Street, Bluffton.
Wednesday, June 16
10 a.m.-Noon—Bluffton Parks Department, City Hall. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. Call 824-6069.
Club Calendar
Thursday, June 10
Bee Happy Quilter's Club--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Lesson: Twister with Carol Malone. Public welcome. Call 824-1463.
Saturday, June 12
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82; 9 a.m. meeting; 7 a.m. breakfast. Installation of new officers. No meeting in July due to participation in Three Rivers Parade. Friends and spouses welcome. 260-485-7627.
River Terrace Estates--Marion Williams playing piano; 1 p.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, June 13
River Terrace Estates--Jelly Ban Balloons; 2:30 p.m. in AL.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
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.
Every Friday Evening
Parent’s Averting Crisis (PAC) — 122 West LaMar St.; 7:30-9 p.m.; $1/person.
Bee Happy Quilter's Club--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Lesson: Twister with Carol Malone. Public welcome. Call 824-1463.
Saturday, June 12
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82; 9 a.m. meeting; 7 a.m. breakfast. Installation of new officers. No meeting in July due to participation in Three Rivers Parade. Friends and spouses welcome. 260-485-7627.
River Terrace Estates--Marion Williams playing piano; 1 p.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, June 13
River Terrace Estates--Jelly Ban Balloons; 2:30 p.m. in AL.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
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.
Every Friday Evening
Parent’s Averting Crisis (PAC) — 122 West LaMar St.; 7:30-9 p.m.; $1/person.
Area Things to See and Do
FORT WAYNE’S GERMANFEST
GERMANFEST—June 6-13, Headwaters Park, a variety of events. Family Fest, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 12. Main Festival tent open 11 a.m. to midnight on Wednesday and Thursday and 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, admission is $2 until 5 p.m. and $5 after 5 p.m., featuring a variety of entertainment. Kiddie rides from noon to 8 p.m. daily. Face painting and balloon sculpting noon to 9 p.m. daily. Opening concert on Sunday, June 6, 4:30 to 9 p.m. at Park Edelweiss, 3355 Elmhurst Dr., FW. More information at www.Germanfest.org
BRYANT GOODTIMES THEATRE AT BEARCREEK FARMS
Shower of Stars programs at 2 and 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise
SANDI PATTY—Sunday, June 13, 2 & 4:30 p.m., tickets now on sale.
COMMUNITY THEATRE PRODUCTION—”South Pacific,” June 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, & 19, meal and show $25.
FASHBACK WEDNESDAY—Wednesdays of June 9, 16, 23 & 30, meal & show $10 and show only $6.
Schedule of Shower of Stars available at www.bearcreekfarms.com For more information and reservations call 260-997-6822 or check out www.bearcreekfarms.com
GERMANFEST—June 6-13, Headwaters Park, a variety of events. Family Fest, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 12. Main Festival tent open 11 a.m. to midnight on Wednesday and Thursday and 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, admission is $2 until 5 p.m. and $5 after 5 p.m., featuring a variety of entertainment. Kiddie rides from noon to 8 p.m. daily. Face painting and balloon sculpting noon to 9 p.m. daily. Opening concert on Sunday, June 6, 4:30 to 9 p.m. at Park Edelweiss, 3355 Elmhurst Dr., FW. More information at www.Germanfest.org
BRYANT GOODTIMES THEATRE AT BEARCREEK FARMS
Shower of Stars programs at 2 and 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise
SANDI PATTY—Sunday, June 13, 2 & 4:30 p.m., tickets now on sale.
COMMUNITY THEATRE PRODUCTION—”South Pacific,” June 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, & 19, meal and show $25.
FASHBACK WEDNESDAY—Wednesdays of June 9, 16, 23 & 30, meal & show $10 and show only $6.
Schedule of Shower of Stars available at www.bearcreekfarms.com For more information and reservations call 260-997-6822 or check out www.bearcreekfarms.com
What's UP!!
Friends of Animal Shelter meeting June 15
Friends of the Animal Shelter will meet Tuesday, June 15 at 5:30 p.m. in Bluffton City Hall conference room.
Topics will include recent spay-neuter clinic and upcoming events. The public is welcome to attend the meeting. For more information call 273-1742.
Hoagland Days June 17-19
Hoagland Days will be held June 17-19. Entertainment includes Demolition Derby, Bingo, Fish and Tenderloin dinner, barbeque chicken dinner, rides, merchant's tent, Greased Pig contest and much more.
For more information log onto: www.hoaglandin.com.
Annual Ossian sales June 19
Fifth annual Ossian “Town Wide” garage sale and sidewalk sale will be held Saturday, June 19, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Receive a list of sale locations and area map at local businesses or visit www.ossianin.com.
Open auditions June 26 for opera The Twelve
Open auditions for the original musical opera The Twelve, by Joseph Gudel and Dave Frincke of Fort Wayne will be held Saturday, June 26 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Concordia Lutheran High School Auditorium at 1601 St. Joe River Drive, Fort Wayne.
The show will cast at least 26 performers: 18 men and eight or more women. Doors will open at 3:15 p.m. Those auditioning shoud bring a piece of music 32 bars or longer to showcase their voice. A pianist will be provided if needed.
The Twelve is a new musical opera combining the mystery of Jesus Christ Superstar with the drama and realism of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
Told entirely fromt he perspective of the 12 Apostles, The Twelve shows the story and person of Jesus through the eyes of his closest followers, while remaining Biblically accurate throughout. The premiere is Aug. 28 and 29 at Concordia. For more information call 260-479-8377.
Power from the Past July 15-18
Northern Indiana Power From the Past Inc. 33rd Annual Show, will be held July 15-18, 2010 at City Park in Winamac. Featured will be Minneapolis-Moline Tractors and equipment, Sandwich Engines, vintage motorcycles. Limited Camping for Exhibitors Only.
Call 574-946-3712 days or 574-946-3206 anytime. Or mail to: P.O. Box 78 Winamac, IN 46996 or www.winamacpowershow.com.
Maumee Valley Steam and Gas Association Quilt Show Aug. 19-22
The Maumee Valley Steam and Gas Association will sponsor their annual quilt show Aug. 19-22 at Jefferson Twp. Park in New Haven. Registration will be Tuesday, Aug. 17 from 5 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday, Aug. 18 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at the showground.
Display of quilts will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. Ribbons will be awarded Saturday, Aug. 21 at 5 p.m. Quilts can be picked up Sunday, Aug. 22 from 4 to 4:30 p.m. For more information call Peg Miller at 260-749-9850 or email: mamahen02@msn.com.
Friends of the Animal Shelter will meet Tuesday, June 15 at 5:30 p.m. in Bluffton City Hall conference room.
Topics will include recent spay-neuter clinic and upcoming events. The public is welcome to attend the meeting. For more information call 273-1742.
Hoagland Days June 17-19
Hoagland Days will be held June 17-19. Entertainment includes Demolition Derby, Bingo, Fish and Tenderloin dinner, barbeque chicken dinner, rides, merchant's tent, Greased Pig contest and much more.
For more information log onto: www.hoaglandin.com.
Annual Ossian sales June 19
Fifth annual Ossian “Town Wide” garage sale and sidewalk sale will be held Saturday, June 19, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Receive a list of sale locations and area map at local businesses or visit www.ossianin.com.
Open auditions June 26 for opera The Twelve
Open auditions for the original musical opera The Twelve, by Joseph Gudel and Dave Frincke of Fort Wayne will be held Saturday, June 26 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Concordia Lutheran High School Auditorium at 1601 St. Joe River Drive, Fort Wayne.
The show will cast at least 26 performers: 18 men and eight or more women. Doors will open at 3:15 p.m. Those auditioning shoud bring a piece of music 32 bars or longer to showcase their voice. A pianist will be provided if needed.
The Twelve is a new musical opera combining the mystery of Jesus Christ Superstar with the drama and realism of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
Told entirely fromt he perspective of the 12 Apostles, The Twelve shows the story and person of Jesus through the eyes of his closest followers, while remaining Biblically accurate throughout. The premiere is Aug. 28 and 29 at Concordia. For more information call 260-479-8377.
Power from the Past July 15-18
Northern Indiana Power From the Past Inc. 33rd Annual Show, will be held July 15-18, 2010 at City Park in Winamac. Featured will be Minneapolis-Moline Tractors and equipment, Sandwich Engines, vintage motorcycles. Limited Camping for Exhibitors Only.
Call 574-946-3712 days or 574-946-3206 anytime. Or mail to: P.O. Box 78 Winamac, IN 46996 or www.winamacpowershow.com.
Maumee Valley Steam and Gas Association Quilt Show Aug. 19-22
The Maumee Valley Steam and Gas Association will sponsor their annual quilt show Aug. 19-22 at Jefferson Twp. Park in New Haven. Registration will be Tuesday, Aug. 17 from 5 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday, Aug. 18 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at the showground.
Display of quilts will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. Ribbons will be awarded Saturday, Aug. 21 at 5 p.m. Quilts can be picked up Sunday, Aug. 22 from 4 to 4:30 p.m. For more information call Peg Miller at 260-749-9850 or email: mamahen02@msn.com.
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
What's Up!
Symphony on the green at Muncie June 12
On Saturday, June 12, at 8 p.m. the Muncie Symphony Orchestra will present their annual Symphony on the Green concert at the Ball State University Quad in front of the Museum of Arts Terrace. Prior to the concert the Ball State Alumni Association will host a BBQ on the Green from 6 to 8 p.m. Cost is $20 per adult, $10 per child, which includes the picnic buffet, two complimentary beverages and reserve seating for the concert. (Reservations needed by June 4, to 765-285-1080.) Conducting the orchestra will be Bohuslav Rattay, artistic director from the Czech Republic.
Concerts in the Park begins June 15 at Gas City
The Gas City area Chamber of Commerce and the Gas City Park and Recreation Department will present Concerts in the Park beginning June 15 with the Mississinewa Community Band. They will perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Eugene Linn Band Shell in the Gas City Park. Concessions will be available. Concerts are free. Those attending should bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. Rain location is the Mississinewa Middle School gym on Main Street in Gas City. Call 765-674-7545.
On Saturday, June 12, at 8 p.m. the Muncie Symphony Orchestra will present their annual Symphony on the Green concert at the Ball State University Quad in front of the Museum of Arts Terrace. Prior to the concert the Ball State Alumni Association will host a BBQ on the Green from 6 to 8 p.m. Cost is $20 per adult, $10 per child, which includes the picnic buffet, two complimentary beverages and reserve seating for the concert. (Reservations needed by June 4, to 765-285-1080.) Conducting the orchestra will be Bohuslav Rattay, artistic director from the Czech Republic.
Concerts in the Park begins June 15 at Gas City
The Gas City area Chamber of Commerce and the Gas City Park and Recreation Department will present Concerts in the Park beginning June 15 with the Mississinewa Community Band. They will perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Eugene Linn Band Shell in the Gas City Park. Concessions will be available. Concerts are free. Those attending should bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. Rain location is the Mississinewa Middle School gym on Main Street in Gas City. Call 765-674-7545.
Club Calendar
Wednesday, June 9
Poplar Grove Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
The Bluffton Garden Club--1225 South Scott Street; 9 a.m. Carrie Pence will give a gardening presentation. Persons interested are welcome to attend.
Thursday, June 10
Bee Happy Quilter's Club--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Lesson: Twister with Carol Malone. Public welcome. Call 824-1463.
Saturday, June 12
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82; 9 a.m. meeting; 7 a.m. breakfast. Installation of new officers. No meeting in July due to participation in Three Rivers Parade. Friends and spouses welcome. 260-485-7627.
River Terrace Estates--Marion Williams playing piano; 1 p.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, June 13
River Terrace Estates--Jelly Ban Balloons; 2:30 p.m. in AL.
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.
The Bluffton Garden Club--1225 South Scott Street; 9 a.m. Carrie Pence will give a gardening presentation. Persons interested are welcome to attend.
Thursday, June 10
Bee Happy Quilter's Club--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Lesson: Twister with Carol Malone. Public welcome. Call 824-1463.
Saturday, June 12
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82; 9 a.m. meeting; 7 a.m. breakfast. Installation of new officers. No meeting in July due to participation in Three Rivers Parade. Friends and spouses welcome. 260-485-7627.
River Terrace Estates--Marion Williams playing piano; 1 p.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, June 13
River Terrace Estates--Jelly Ban Balloons; 2:30 p.m. in AL.
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.
Club Calendar
Tuesday, June 8
Homemaker's Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 9
Poplar Grove Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
The Bluffton Garden Club--Janet's Garden Center 1225 South Scott Street; 9 a.m. Carrie Pence will give a gardening presentation. Persons interested are welcome to attend.
Saturday, June 12
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82; 9 a.m. meeting; 7 a.m. breakfast. Installation of new officers. No meeting in July due to participation in Three Rivers Parade. Friends and spouses welcome. 260-485-7627.
River Terrace Estates--Marion Williams playing piano; 1 p.m. in Healthcare.
Homemaker's Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 9
Poplar Grove Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
The Bluffton Garden Club--Janet's Garden Center 1225 South Scott Street; 9 a.m. Carrie Pence will give a gardening presentation. Persons interested are welcome to attend.
Saturday, June 12
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82; 9 a.m. meeting; 7 a.m. breakfast. Installation of new officers. No meeting in July due to participation in Three Rivers Parade. Friends and spouses welcome. 260-485-7627.
River Terrace Estates--Marion Williams playing piano; 1 p.m. in Healthcare.
Area Things to See and Do
FORT WAYNE’S GERMANFEST
GERMANFEST—June 6-13, Headwaters Park, a variety of events. Family Fest, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 12. Main Festival tent open 11 a.m. to midnight on Wednesday and Thursday and 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, admission is $2 until 5 p.m. and $5 after 5 p.m., featuring a variety of entertainment. Kiddie rides from noon to 8 p.m. daily. Face painting and balloon sculpting noon to 9 p.m. daily. Opening concert on Sunday, June 6, 4:30 to 9 p.m. at Park Edelweiss, 3355 Elmhurst Dr., FW. More information at www.Germanfest.org
BRYANT
GOODTIMES THEATRE AT BEARCREEK FARMS
SANDI PATTY—Sunday, June 13, 2 & 4:30 p.m., tickets now on sale.
Schedule of Shower of Stars available at www.bearcreekfarms.com For more information and reservations call 260-997-6822 or check out www.bearcreekfarms.com
FORT WAYNE’S CIVIC THEATRE
Playwright Contest, June 4-13. For more information call 260-422-8641 or check out www.fwcivic.org
FW’S SCIENCE CENTRAL EVENTS
HUBBLE SPACE TELESCOPE—New views of the universe with this traveling exhibit, through Aug. 29. This exhibit contains images and video taken from the Hubble Space Telescope of planets, galaxies, black holes and many other fascinating cosmic entities. Developed by NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center.
Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday; Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday noon to 5 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
STAR WARS IN CONCERT—Thursday, July 15, narrated by Anthony Daniels (C-3PO in the Star Wars Saga)., Charge by phone to 800-745-3000.
Tickets via Ticketmaster, Coliseum box office 1-800-745-3000.
FW’S EMBASSY THEATRE EVENTS
JAMIE JOHNSON—Friday, June 25, 8 p.m., $32.50.
Ticket information at 260-424-1811 or through Ticketmaster. For groups of 20 or more call 260-420-3344.
GERMANFEST—June 6-13, Headwaters Park, a variety of events. Family Fest, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 12. Main Festival tent open 11 a.m. to midnight on Wednesday and Thursday and 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, admission is $2 until 5 p.m. and $5 after 5 p.m., featuring a variety of entertainment. Kiddie rides from noon to 8 p.m. daily. Face painting and balloon sculpting noon to 9 p.m. daily. Opening concert on Sunday, June 6, 4:30 to 9 p.m. at Park Edelweiss, 3355 Elmhurst Dr., FW. More information at www.Germanfest.org
BRYANT
GOODTIMES THEATRE AT BEARCREEK FARMS
SANDI PATTY—Sunday, June 13, 2 & 4:30 p.m., tickets now on sale.
Schedule of Shower of Stars available at www.bearcreekfarms.com For more information and reservations call 260-997-6822 or check out www.bearcreekfarms.com
FORT WAYNE’S CIVIC THEATRE
Playwright Contest, June 4-13. For more information call 260-422-8641 or check out www.fwcivic.org
FW’S SCIENCE CENTRAL EVENTS
HUBBLE SPACE TELESCOPE—New views of the universe with this traveling exhibit, through Aug. 29. This exhibit contains images and video taken from the Hubble Space Telescope of planets, galaxies, black holes and many other fascinating cosmic entities. Developed by NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center.
Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday; Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday noon to 5 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
STAR WARS IN CONCERT—Thursday, July 15, narrated by Anthony Daniels (C-3PO in the Star Wars Saga)., Charge by phone to 800-745-3000.
Tickets via Ticketmaster, Coliseum box office 1-800-745-3000.
FW’S EMBASSY THEATRE EVENTS
JAMIE JOHNSON—Friday, June 25, 8 p.m., $32.50.
Ticket information at 260-424-1811 or through Ticketmaster. For groups of 20 or more call 260-420-3344.
Friday, June 4, 2010
MOST READ LIBRARY BOOKS FOR MAY
A variety of fiction and nonfiction books are in the top 10 most read books for May at the Wells County Public Library. From best sellers to classic favorites, see what your friends and neighbors are checking out at the library.
Fiction
The art of racing in the rain, by Garth Stein
To kill a mockingbird, by Harper Lee
The telling, by Beverly Lewis
Worst case: a novel, by James Patterson
The wild zone: a novel, by Joy Fielding
Nonfiction
Spoken from the heart, by Laura Bush
Southern Living comfort food: a delicious trip down memory lane, by Southern Living Magazine
The politician: an insider’s account of John Edward’s pursuit, by Andrew Young
Outliers: the story of success, by Malcolm Gladwell
Outlaws, mobsters & crooks: from the Old West to the Internet, by Marie J. MacNee
For more information, visit the Wells County Public Library, call 260-824-1612 or go online at www.wellscolibrary.org.
(Submitted Info)
Fiction
The art of racing in the rain, by Garth Stein
To kill a mockingbird, by Harper Lee
The telling, by Beverly Lewis
Worst case: a novel, by James Patterson
The wild zone: a novel, by Joy Fielding
Nonfiction
Spoken from the heart, by Laura Bush
Southern Living comfort food: a delicious trip down memory lane, by Southern Living Magazine
The politician: an insider’s account of John Edward’s pursuit, by Andrew Young
Outliers: the story of success, by Malcolm Gladwell
Outlaws, mobsters & crooks: from the Old West to the Internet, by Marie J. MacNee
For more information, visit the Wells County Public Library, call 260-824-1612 or go online at www.wellscolibrary.org.
(Submitted Info)
BHES summer care
The summer child care program at BHES is up & running. The hours are 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Mon.-Fri. The cost is $10.00 per day & children need to pack their own lunch. Parents only need to pay for the days their child is in attendance and we DO NOT need prior notice. We welcome drop-ins.
We will take walking field trips to the library, parks, etc. We will go to the pool on Tuesdays, weather permitting. The children will have fun & educational activities in their daily schedule along with free time.
Call 824-0333 for more information.
(Submitted Info)
We will take walking field trips to the library, parks, etc. We will go to the pool on Tuesdays, weather permitting. The children will have fun & educational activities in their daily schedule along with free time.
Call 824-0333 for more information.
(Submitted Info)
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Club Calendar
Saturday, June 5
River Terrace Estates--Rachel and Hannah Rauch Harps (sisters) 9 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, June 6
River Terrace Estates--Ted Chemey and violin students; 1 p.m. in AL.
Monday, June 7
Past Noble Grand Club--Corner Depot; 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 8
Homemaker's Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 9
Poplar Grove Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.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.
River Terrace Estates--Rachel and Hannah Rauch Harps (sisters) 9 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, June 6
River Terrace Estates--Ted Chemey and violin students; 1 p.m. in AL.
Monday, June 7
Past Noble Grand Club--Corner Depot; 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 8
Homemaker's Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 9
Poplar Grove Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.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.
What's Up? This stuff....
Scholarship
Applications
available
Blackford County Community Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2010-2011 academic year from students, other than high school seniors, who are enrolled in college or vocational schools and programs.
Applicants must be either graduates of Blackford High School or residents of Blackford County and have a current GPA of 2.50 or greater.
Forms are available online at: www.blackfordcounty.org or at the Foundation's office at 121 N. High St., Hartford City. Submission deadline is June 14, 2010. For more information call 765-348-3411.
Conner Prairie offers
free admission to
military personnel
From Memorial Day through Labor Day Indiana’s Conner Prairie Interactive History Museum will be offering free admission to active duty military personnel and their families. (This includes active duty Reserve and active duty National Guard personnel as well.)
More than 600 museums in all 50 states and the District of Columbia are taking part in this initiative. Hours for Conner Prairie are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
To find out which museums around the country are participating in the Blue Star Museum event visit www.arts.gov/bluestarmuseums where maps are available as well.
Montpelier City Wide Garage Sales June 5
Montpelier City Wide Garage Sales will be held Saturday, June 5th. Maps are available at local businesses including Neff Realty, Neff Insurance and Smith Insurance. For more information call 765-728-2462.
Geneva Flea Market June 5
Women's Ministries of Trinity Life Chapel, located on Highway 27 between Berne and Geneva, will hold their annual Flea Market Saturday, June 5th from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Vendors are welcome. Spots are $10 each. Call 260-346-2831.
There will be lunch and food available all day.
Mini 4-H Night
June 8
Mini 4-H Night will be held Tuesday, June 8 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Wells County 4-H Communtiy Center, 4-H Park Bluffton. This is a special evening just for first and second grade youth. Activities include: recreation, crafts, meet the animals, fun food and nature fun. For more information call 260-824-6412.
Warren
Roadrunners and Strawberry
Shortcake June 11
If you love strawberry shortcake this trip is for you. June 11 travel with us to St. Mark's U.M.C. in Decatur for the Strawberry Fling. Dinner and all the strawberry shortcake you can eat. Meal charge at the door. Leave at 5 p.m. Reservation deadline June 8.
All trips leave from the Warren Church of Christ parking lot at 302 N. Wayne St., Warren. IN Contact Colleen Franklin at (260) 414-0223 for details.
Strawberry Fling June 11
St. Mark’s United Methodist Women will sponsor Strawberry Fling Friday, June 11 from 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. and 4:30-6:30 p.m. Meal includes a sandwich, chips, relishes plus all the Strawberry Shortcake you can eat for $6.25, children, ages five to 12 are $4.25 and 4 years and under are $1.25. Carry out and delivery is available. Contact the church at 724-7183. St. Mark’s is located at 546 W US Hwy. 224 in Decatur.
Swine PQA
Workshop June 14
A Swine PQA Workshop will be held Monday, June 14 at 1:30 p.m. at the Wells County 4-H Communty Center, 4-H Park Bluffton. This is a workshop held for swine members to come and get their PQA certification For more information call 260-824-6412.
Applications
available
Blackford County Community Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2010-2011 academic year from students, other than high school seniors, who are enrolled in college or vocational schools and programs.
Applicants must be either graduates of Blackford High School or residents of Blackford County and have a current GPA of 2.50 or greater.
Forms are available online at: www.blackfordcounty.org or at the Foundation's office at 121 N. High St., Hartford City. Submission deadline is June 14, 2010. For more information call 765-348-3411.
Conner Prairie offers
free admission to
military personnel
From Memorial Day through Labor Day Indiana’s Conner Prairie Interactive History Museum will be offering free admission to active duty military personnel and their families. (This includes active duty Reserve and active duty National Guard personnel as well.)
More than 600 museums in all 50 states and the District of Columbia are taking part in this initiative. Hours for Conner Prairie are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
To find out which museums around the country are participating in the Blue Star Museum event visit www.arts.gov/bluestarmuseums where maps are available as well.
Montpelier City Wide Garage Sales June 5
Montpelier City Wide Garage Sales will be held Saturday, June 5th. Maps are available at local businesses including Neff Realty, Neff Insurance and Smith Insurance. For more information call 765-728-2462.
Geneva Flea Market June 5
Women's Ministries of Trinity Life Chapel, located on Highway 27 between Berne and Geneva, will hold their annual Flea Market Saturday, June 5th from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Vendors are welcome. Spots are $10 each. Call 260-346-2831.
There will be lunch and food available all day.
Mini 4-H Night
June 8
Mini 4-H Night will be held Tuesday, June 8 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Wells County 4-H Communtiy Center, 4-H Park Bluffton. This is a special evening just for first and second grade youth. Activities include: recreation, crafts, meet the animals, fun food and nature fun. For more information call 260-824-6412.
Warren
Roadrunners and Strawberry
Shortcake June 11
If you love strawberry shortcake this trip is for you. June 11 travel with us to St. Mark's U.M.C. in Decatur for the Strawberry Fling. Dinner and all the strawberry shortcake you can eat. Meal charge at the door. Leave at 5 p.m. Reservation deadline June 8.
All trips leave from the Warren Church of Christ parking lot at 302 N. Wayne St., Warren. IN Contact Colleen Franklin at (260) 414-0223 for details.
Strawberry Fling June 11
St. Mark’s United Methodist Women will sponsor Strawberry Fling Friday, June 11 from 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. and 4:30-6:30 p.m. Meal includes a sandwich, chips, relishes plus all the Strawberry Shortcake you can eat for $6.25, children, ages five to 12 are $4.25 and 4 years and under are $1.25. Carry out and delivery is available. Contact the church at 724-7183. St. Mark’s is located at 546 W US Hwy. 224 in Decatur.
Swine PQA
Workshop June 14
A Swine PQA Workshop will be held Monday, June 14 at 1:30 p.m. at the Wells County 4-H Communty Center, 4-H Park Bluffton. This is a workshop held for swine members to come and get their PQA certification For more information call 260-824-6412.
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Preserving Nature’s Bounty
Picture your garden overflowing with plump, juicy tomatoes, shiny green peppers, and crisp green beans. Imagine picking juicy peaches, pears, and apples from the local orchards or selecting fresh produce from baskets at the farmers’ markets.
Why not save some of this bounty to enjoy all through the year? Food preservation is the process s of treating and handling food to stop or greatly slow down spoilage, loss of quality, edibility, or nutritive value caused or accelerated by micro-organisms.
Learn to preserve foods safely. The Purdue Extension Service in Wells County will be conducting ‘Preserving Nature’s Bounty’ workshops to discuss safe home food preservation procedures and to answer the frequently asked questions on canning, freezing, and drying foods. Workshops are scheduled for
June 23rd, 1:30- 3:00 p.m. at the Wells Community Center at the 4-H Park
July 27th, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at the Wells County Public Library, Bluffton, IN
August 10th, 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Wells Community Center at the 4-H Park
Please register by calling the Extension Office at (260) 824-6412, or email mhoag@purdue.edu for a more information. Registration cost is $3.00, payable at the door.
Why not save some of this bounty to enjoy all through the year? Food preservation is the process s of treating and handling food to stop or greatly slow down spoilage, loss of quality, edibility, or nutritive value caused or accelerated by micro-organisms.
Learn to preserve foods safely. The Purdue Extension Service in Wells County will be conducting ‘Preserving Nature’s Bounty’ workshops to discuss safe home food preservation procedures and to answer the frequently asked questions on canning, freezing, and drying foods. Workshops are scheduled for
June 23rd, 1:30- 3:00 p.m. at the Wells Community Center at the 4-H Park
July 27th, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at the Wells County Public Library, Bluffton, IN
August 10th, 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Wells Community Center at the 4-H Park
Please register by calling the Extension Office at (260) 824-6412, or email mhoag@purdue.edu for a more information. Registration cost is $3.00, payable at the door.
Wells Co. Council on Aging
Wells Co. Council on Aging
225 W. Water St., Bluffton
260-824-1070
Office Hours Monday through Friday are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 2008
2010 Senior Discount Cards are now available at the Wells County Council on Aging from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cards are $7 and are not transferable or $8 laminated. Many local vendors participate in this senior discount program. If it is impossible to go to the Council on Aging office to purchase a card, you can receive it by mail Send the agency a stamped, self-addressed legal sized envelope; enclose the $7 per card and the additional $1 fee if lamination is desired. The discount card and list of sponsors will then be mailed to you. Sale of Senior Citizens Discount Cards are a fundraising project for the local Council on Aging. The money raised by the sale of the cards supports many services the organization has to offer within the Wells County Community, including programs such as transportation and in-home services. If you are a business owner and are interested in sponsoring a discount, contact Margaret Whitesel at 824-1070.
Wells on Wheels (WOW) Hours of operation are: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesdays from 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 6 a.m. to noon. Call 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.
Friday, June 4
1-4:30 p.m.—Pool: 8 Ball at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. For informatin call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
1-4:30 p.m.—Cards: All kinds at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. For information call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
Wednesday, June 9
10 a.m.-Noon—Bluffton Parks Department, City Hall. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. Call 824-6069.
225 W. Water St., Bluffton
260-824-1070
Office Hours Monday through Friday are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 2008
2010 Senior Discount Cards are now available at the Wells County Council on Aging from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cards are $7 and are not transferable or $8 laminated. Many local vendors participate in this senior discount program. If it is impossible to go to the Council on Aging office to purchase a card, you can receive it by mail Send the agency a stamped, self-addressed legal sized envelope; enclose the $7 per card and the additional $1 fee if lamination is desired. The discount card and list of sponsors will then be mailed to you. Sale of Senior Citizens Discount Cards are a fundraising project for the local Council on Aging. The money raised by the sale of the cards supports many services the organization has to offer within the Wells County Community, including programs such as transportation and in-home services. If you are a business owner and are interested in sponsoring a discount, contact Margaret Whitesel at 824-1070.
Wells on Wheels (WOW) Hours of operation are: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesdays from 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 6 a.m. to noon. Call 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.
Friday, June 4
1-4:30 p.m.—Pool: 8 Ball at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. For informatin call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
1-4:30 p.m.—Cards: All kinds at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. For information call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
Wednesday, June 9
10 a.m.-Noon—Bluffton Parks Department, City Hall. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. Call 824-6069.
Ouabache State Park Events
Interpretive Naturalist: Kate Curless
Office Phone: 824-0926
4930 E. SR 201, Bluffton
OuabacheInterp@dnr.IN.gov
Ouabache's interpretive programs are family oriented. Parents and children are encouraged to attend activities together. An adult should accompany children under the age of 10. In the case of inclement weather, all hikes will meet at the Campview Shelter. Schedule subject to change.
THURSDAY, JUNE 3
1:30 p.m. — Build a bird. Meet at Trails End Shelter as Naturalist Kate shows you some of the amazing features of our feathered friends. We’ll be creating a little bird for you to take home with you!
3:30 p.m. — What’s that bug. You’ve been seeing the signs for years around the park. Meet at Rustic Oak Shelter to learn more about the Emerald Ash Borer.
7 p.m. — Terrific tree trek. Meet at the trailhead for trail 3, located between campsites 30 and 32, to trek through the woods and learn why trees are so terrific.
FRIDAY, JUNE 4
3:30 p.m. — Stars 101. Red Giants, Blue Supergiants, Main Sequence. Are any of these familiar to you? Meet at Campview Shelter to learn a little more about the stars we might see at tonight’s star party.
8 p.m. — Roving interpreter. Be on the look out for Naturalist Kate in Campgrounds A and B. She’ll have something for you to check out with her.
9:30 p.m. — Star party. Join the Fort Wayne Astronomical Society on the large hill next to the pool for a night of star gazing. A $1 per person donation would be appreciated. Monies go directly to support the Fort Wayne Astronomical Society. *This program is weather dependant and will be cancelled in the case of rain or overcast skies.
SATURDAY, JUNE 5
9 a.m. — Youth fishing derby registration begins. Kids ages 2-15 get in line at the Boat House early to register to be a part of the Youth Fishing Derby. Please bring your own pole. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Youth fishing derby. Grab your pole and start fishing for the big one! Prizes will be awarded for the biggest, smallest, and most fish caught in each of the three age classes! This event was co-sponsored by the Bluffton Optimist Club. Bug spray and sunscreen are recommended.
11-11:30 a.m. — Hoosier Quest. Connect! Discover! Explore! Learn more about the patch program at the Boat House. After a brief introduction, we'll break up into groups to start working on the requirements. Scouts and other groups, are you interested in earning a patch? See the Naturalist to learn about the Hoosier Pathfinder.
1:45 p.m. — Pool break quickie craft. Join Naturalist Kate on the pool lawn to try your hand at fish printing during the pool’s safety check. Bring a light colored T-shirt or you can make one on paper. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
7:30 p.m. — Following fox. This sly fellow can be seen hunting fields around this area. Spend a year in the life of a red fox at Campview Shelter.
SUNDAY, JUNE 6
11-11:30 a.m. — Hoosier Quest. See Saturday for details.
1:45 p.m. — Pool break creature feature. Be sure to check out the skull that Naturalist Kate brings with her today. Program will meet on the pool lawn. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
Office Phone: 824-0926
4930 E. SR 201, Bluffton
OuabacheInterp@dnr.IN.gov
Ouabache's interpretive programs are family oriented. Parents and children are encouraged to attend activities together. An adult should accompany children under the age of 10. In the case of inclement weather, all hikes will meet at the Campview Shelter. Schedule subject to change.
THURSDAY, JUNE 3
1:30 p.m. — Build a bird. Meet at Trails End Shelter as Naturalist Kate shows you some of the amazing features of our feathered friends. We’ll be creating a little bird for you to take home with you!
3:30 p.m. — What’s that bug. You’ve been seeing the signs for years around the park. Meet at Rustic Oak Shelter to learn more about the Emerald Ash Borer.
7 p.m. — Terrific tree trek. Meet at the trailhead for trail 3, located between campsites 30 and 32, to trek through the woods and learn why trees are so terrific.
FRIDAY, JUNE 4
3:30 p.m. — Stars 101. Red Giants, Blue Supergiants, Main Sequence. Are any of these familiar to you? Meet at Campview Shelter to learn a little more about the stars we might see at tonight’s star party.
8 p.m. — Roving interpreter. Be on the look out for Naturalist Kate in Campgrounds A and B. She’ll have something for you to check out with her.
9:30 p.m. — Star party. Join the Fort Wayne Astronomical Society on the large hill next to the pool for a night of star gazing. A $1 per person donation would be appreciated. Monies go directly to support the Fort Wayne Astronomical Society. *This program is weather dependant and will be cancelled in the case of rain or overcast skies.
SATURDAY, JUNE 5
9 a.m. — Youth fishing derby registration begins. Kids ages 2-15 get in line at the Boat House early to register to be a part of the Youth Fishing Derby. Please bring your own pole. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Youth fishing derby. Grab your pole and start fishing for the big one! Prizes will be awarded for the biggest, smallest, and most fish caught in each of the three age classes! This event was co-sponsored by the Bluffton Optimist Club. Bug spray and sunscreen are recommended.
11-11:30 a.m. — Hoosier Quest. Connect! Discover! Explore! Learn more about the patch program at the Boat House. After a brief introduction, we'll break up into groups to start working on the requirements. Scouts and other groups, are you interested in earning a patch? See the Naturalist to learn about the Hoosier Pathfinder.
1:45 p.m. — Pool break quickie craft. Join Naturalist Kate on the pool lawn to try your hand at fish printing during the pool’s safety check. Bring a light colored T-shirt or you can make one on paper. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
7:30 p.m. — Following fox. This sly fellow can be seen hunting fields around this area. Spend a year in the life of a red fox at Campview Shelter.
SUNDAY, JUNE 6
11-11:30 a.m. — Hoosier Quest. See Saturday for details.
1:45 p.m. — Pool break creature feature. Be sure to check out the skull that Naturalist Kate brings with her today. Program will meet on the pool lawn. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Club Calendar
Tuesday, June 1
Creative Quilters Quilt Guild-- Country Creations Quilt Shop, 5342N 400W.; 6:30 p.m. The program will be “Striped Variations” presented by Gail Kuhn. Also included are a Show and Tell segment, door prizes, discussion of the Callithumpian quilt show, and a general business meeting. Anyone with an interest in quilting is invited to attend.
Cardinal Bird Club hike--Ouabache State Park; 4:30 p.m. Park at the fire tower and meet in front of the buffalo pen. Public welcome to attend. Call 824-4525.
Saturday, June 5
River Terrace Estates--Rachel and Hannah Rauch Harps (sisters) 9 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, June 6
River Terrace Estates--Ted Chemey and violin students; 1 p.m. in AL.
Monday, June 7
Past Noble Grand Club--Corner Depot; 12:30 p.m.
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.
Creative Quilters Quilt Guild-- Country Creations Quilt Shop, 5342N 400W.; 6:30 p.m. The program will be “Striped Variations” presented by Gail Kuhn. Also included are a Show and Tell segment, door prizes, discussion of the Callithumpian quilt show, and a general business meeting. Anyone with an interest in quilting is invited to attend.
Cardinal Bird Club hike--Ouabache State Park; 4:30 p.m. Park at the fire tower and meet in front of the buffalo pen. Public welcome to attend. Call 824-4525.
Saturday, June 5
River Terrace Estates--Rachel and Hannah Rauch Harps (sisters) 9 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, June 6
River Terrace Estates--Ted Chemey and violin students; 1 p.m. in AL.
Monday, June 7
Past Noble Grand Club--Corner Depot; 12:30 p.m.
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.
Creative Arts Council Programs
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, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and by arrangement with the CAC office.
IN THE BALENTINE GALLERY
HOOSIER WOODLANDS PRINTS—Limited edition prints by Brown County artist Maryrose Wampler, through June 3.
THE GARDEN EXHIBIT—June 1-July 15. Deliver art on June 1. Download entry form at CAC website.
FOCUS ON PHOTOS 2010—Biennial ward show sponsored by Ossian State Bank, July 18-Aug. 30.
SCHOOL OF BALLET
BALLET CAMP FOR YOUNG DANCERS—, June 21-25, mornings with Jeni Meeks in Studio A.
BALLET CAMP FOR ADVANCES DANCERS—June 28-July 2, with Janiece Lipsey in Studio A.
LEARNING
OPPORTUNITIES
SUMMER ARTS ACADEMY—for ages 8 to 18, June 14-18, an intensive study of great American artists with Katie Vanderkolk and Vickie Hunteman. $100 with sibling discounts of 10%. Register now!
YOGA MOVES CAMP—for ages 6 to 12, with Susy Jones, July 12-16 in Studio A.
EVENTS
ROAD TRIP—Saturday, June 5, “Vintage Indiana,” food, wine and entertainment fest at Military Park in downtown Indy, $60 for transportation and admission to event. Reservations needed by June 1. For those over 21 years of age.
INDIANA WILDLIFE ARTISTS—Outing at Ouabache State Park, Saturday, June 12, 11 a.m., Lakeside Pavilion.
JAZZ ON THE PATIO—Sunday, June 20, 7 p.m. with Kevin Piekarski Trio: Relax with Dad! Wine and food available for purchase, no admission charge. Sponsored by First Bank of Berne and Honegger Ringger & Co. Rain or shine (on the patio or inside)! Bring your own seating.
FW PHILHARMONIC POPS CONCERT—Thursday, July 1, 7 p.m., Ouabache State Park, free concert. (Park admission charged.)
Ongoing Activities:
CAC BOARD OF DIRECTORS—Monday June 21, 5:15 p.m. Development committee with Charles A. Shepard, III, ongoing, TBA
PHOTOGRAPHERS FORUM—
READERS CIRCLE—Tuesday, June 8, topic to be announced. Brown bag lunch meetings, noon to 1:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday each month at CAC.
ARTISTS IN ACTION— Fridays at 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., work space by arrangement with CAC office
HOURS—Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and by arrangement with the CAC office.
IN THE BALENTINE GALLERY
HOOSIER WOODLANDS PRINTS—Limited edition prints by Brown County artist Maryrose Wampler, through June 3.
THE GARDEN EXHIBIT—June 1-July 15. Deliver art on June 1. Download entry form at CAC website.
FOCUS ON PHOTOS 2010—Biennial ward show sponsored by Ossian State Bank, July 18-Aug. 30.
SCHOOL OF BALLET
BALLET CAMP FOR YOUNG DANCERS—, June 21-25, mornings with Jeni Meeks in Studio A.
BALLET CAMP FOR ADVANCES DANCERS—June 28-July 2, with Janiece Lipsey in Studio A.
LEARNING
OPPORTUNITIES
SUMMER ARTS ACADEMY—for ages 8 to 18, June 14-18, an intensive study of great American artists with Katie Vanderkolk and Vickie Hunteman. $100 with sibling discounts of 10%. Register now!
YOGA MOVES CAMP—for ages 6 to 12, with Susy Jones, July 12-16 in Studio A.
EVENTS
ROAD TRIP—Saturday, June 5, “Vintage Indiana,” food, wine and entertainment fest at Military Park in downtown Indy, $60 for transportation and admission to event. Reservations needed by June 1. For those over 21 years of age.
INDIANA WILDLIFE ARTISTS—Outing at Ouabache State Park, Saturday, June 12, 11 a.m., Lakeside Pavilion.
JAZZ ON THE PATIO—Sunday, June 20, 7 p.m. with Kevin Piekarski Trio: Relax with Dad! Wine and food available for purchase, no admission charge. Sponsored by First Bank of Berne and Honegger Ringger & Co. Rain or shine (on the patio or inside)! Bring your own seating.
FW PHILHARMONIC POPS CONCERT—Thursday, July 1, 7 p.m., Ouabache State Park, free concert. (Park admission charged.)
Ongoing Activities:
CAC BOARD OF DIRECTORS—Monday June 21, 5:15 p.m. Development committee with Charles A. Shepard, III, ongoing, TBA
PHOTOGRAPHERS FORUM—
READERS CIRCLE—Tuesday, June 8, topic to be announced. Brown bag lunch meetings, noon to 1:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday each month at CAC.
ARTISTS IN ACTION— Fridays at 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., work space by arrangement with CAC office
CAC offers ‘Great American Artists’
Calling all young artists 8 years of age and older to enroll in the Creative Arts Council’s Summer Arts Academy offering of “Great American Artists.”
This week-long camp to be held June 14-18, from 10:30 am. to 2:30 p.m. each day. Instructors will be Katie Vanderkolk and Vickie Hunteman.
Students will discover styles and techniques used by artists—Ansel Adams (photographer), Andy Warhol, Georgia O’Keeffe and Mark Rothko. Several 2-D and 3-D projects will be created during the week and be put on display the last day for all of the artists to show off their creative works of art. The students also will collaborate on a group project to decorate a Street Fair bench that will become a part of an outdoor showcase later this summer.
Cost is $100 per student with CAC and sibling discounts available. To register call (260) 824-5222 or visit the website www.wellscocreativearts.com for more information.
This week-long camp to be held June 14-18, from 10:30 am. to 2:30 p.m. each day. Instructors will be Katie Vanderkolk and Vickie Hunteman.
Students will discover styles and techniques used by artists—Ansel Adams (photographer), Andy Warhol, Georgia O’Keeffe and Mark Rothko. Several 2-D and 3-D projects will be created during the week and be put on display the last day for all of the artists to show off their creative works of art. The students also will collaborate on a group project to decorate a Street Fair bench that will become a part of an outdoor showcase later this summer.
Cost is $100 per student with CAC and sibling discounts available. To register call (260) 824-5222 or visit the website www.wellscocreativearts.com for more information.
What's UP
Vintage Indiana Wine & Food Festival June 5
Don’t miss this road trip to downtown Indianapolis to be a part of the festivities. For guests age 21+ at $60 each ($5 discount to CAC members).
Ticket includes travel, ticket to the Festival in Indianapolis and amenities. Checks to “CAC” 211 Water Street by June 1. Call 824-5222 or log onto: www.wellscocreativearts.com.
Leave at 10 a.m. Return at 9 p.m.
Friends of Upper Wabash to meet June 13
The Friends of the Upper Wabash Interpretive Services is a new, active group of diverse, community-minded, nature-loving people whose mission is to develop and support projects and events that enhance the natural and cultural heritage of Salamonie, J. Edward Roush and Missisinewa Reservoirs.
The group meets the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at Salamonie Nature/Interpretive Center, 3691 S. New Holland Road, Andrews. Salamonie Lake, Lost Bridge West Entrance, same building as Otter Run Tradin' Post.
The next meeting will be June 13. All are welcome. Come join us! Visit our website at http://www.in.gov/dnr/uwis/friendsofuwis
Don’t miss this road trip to downtown Indianapolis to be a part of the festivities. For guests age 21+ at $60 each ($5 discount to CAC members).
Ticket includes travel, ticket to the Festival in Indianapolis and amenities. Checks to “CAC” 211 Water Street by June 1. Call 824-5222 or log onto: www.wellscocreativearts.com.
Leave at 10 a.m. Return at 9 p.m.
Friends of Upper Wabash to meet June 13
The Friends of the Upper Wabash Interpretive Services is a new, active group of diverse, community-minded, nature-loving people whose mission is to develop and support projects and events that enhance the natural and cultural heritage of Salamonie, J. Edward Roush and Missisinewa Reservoirs.
The group meets the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at Salamonie Nature/Interpretive Center, 3691 S. New Holland Road, Andrews. Salamonie Lake, Lost Bridge West Entrance, same building as Otter Run Tradin' Post.
The next meeting will be June 13. All are welcome. Come join us! Visit our website at http://www.in.gov/dnr/uwis/friendsofuwis
Star Party on at Ouabache State Park on Saturday
Indiana DNR Release:
A star party will be thrown at Ouabache State Park Saturday night, June 5, by the Fort Wayne Astronomical Society.
Participants will view the night sky using the society’s telescopes. Society members will be on hand to answer questions. The park is at 4930 E. State Road 201 in Bluffton.
Normal park admission fees of $5 per in-state vehicle and $7 for out-of-state vehicles will apply. A voluntary donation of $1 to the astronomical society will be appreciated. Parking will be available at the pool.
For more information about the interpretive services, or becoming involved with interpretive and cultural events at Ouabache State Park, contact the interpretive naturalist at (260) 824-0926 or OuabacheInterp@dnr.IN.gov.
A star party will be thrown at Ouabache State Park Saturday night, June 5, by the Fort Wayne Astronomical Society.
Participants will view the night sky using the society’s telescopes. Society members will be on hand to answer questions. The park is at 4930 E. State Road 201 in Bluffton.
Normal park admission fees of $5 per in-state vehicle and $7 for out-of-state vehicles will apply. A voluntary donation of $1 to the astronomical society will be appreciated. Parking will be available at the pool.
For more information about the interpretive services, or becoming involved with interpretive and cultural events at Ouabache State Park, contact the interpretive naturalist at (260) 824-0926 or OuabacheInterp@dnr.IN.gov.
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