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Round Barn Festival June 9-11:
The 41st annual Round Barn Festival will be held June 9-11 on Main Street in Rochester. Several blocks of big tents will feature arts and crafts, foods, dances, free entertainment, contests, athletic events, a golf contest, and a parade Friday evening. Bus tours will feature round barns, a restored one-room school, and the Fulton County and Round Barn museums. Fly-in breakfast at the airport Saturday. Contact the Chamber of Commerce at 574-224-2666.

Bluffton Parks Art in the Park June 10:
Children ages two and older are invited to enjoy free crafts for seven consecutive Fridays starting June 10 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Washington Park, weather permitting. Parents need to attend with children under age six. Crafts usually take 20 minutes to complete. Call 824-6069.

Inner Healing Conference June 10-12:
An Inner Healing Conference, “Saved, Healed, Delivered,” will be offered June 10 from 7 to 9:30 p.m., June 11 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and June 12 from 2 to 5 p.m. (practice sessions) at Covenant Chapel at 3550S., State Road 1, Buffton. Cost is $40 for couples and $30 for singles. Price includes a copy of Freedom Tools by Andy Reese.

There will be three days of practical ministry training for inner healing. For more information call 260-824-8310 or 260-273-0600.

Pancake & sausage breakfast June 11:
All-you-can-eat pancake and sausage breakfast to support missions will be held Saturday, June 11, from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Christian New Light Church at corners of West Washington and Baldwin streets. Cost is $6 per person. If you are unable to attend breakfast and would like to help support the Africa/Jamaica mission trips, write a check payable to Harvest Time Bible Church (HTBC) and mail it to HTBC, PO Box 589, Bluffton, IN 46714. Write Africa/Jamaica in the memo part of check. Call 260-820-0344.

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Basket Making Class June 9 in Berne:
Deb Gerber will lead a Basket Making Class Thursday, June 9, at 9 a.m., at the South Adams Senior Center.

Participants of the class will have a choice of baskets. Needed supplies include a tape measure, sharp scissors, a pencil, a towel and a spray bottle of water. All reed and materials to make the baskets will be pre-cut and furnished for you. The class size will be limited to 12 people. Call 260-589-8877 by June 6th.

Bluffton Parks Art in the Park June 10:
Children ages two and older are invited to enjoy free crafts for seven consecutive Fridays starting June 10 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Washington Park, weather permitting.

Parents need to attend with children under age six. Crafts usually take 20 minutes to complete. For more information call 824-6069.

Lions chicken barbecue fundraiser June 12:
Zanesville Lions Club annual chicken barbecue fundraiser will be held Sunday, June 12, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Carry-out only. Pick-up is at Zanesville Lions Community Park, 3088 W. Vanhorn. Half chicken is $5.50, and baked potatoes are $1 each. Tickets are available from any Lions member, Davis Restaurant in Markle, or at the ballpark concession stand. Advanced tickets come first with other chicken available while supply lasts. For more information call 638-4327.

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Wet, Wacky Wednesdays this summer at the pool:
The pool will be open for evening family swim on certain Wednesdays during the summer months from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Cost is $1 per person over age five.

Dates are June 8, July 6 and Aug 3.

Summer Coloring Contest begins June 1:
Children ages 12 and younger may pick up a coloring page at City Hall or download it at www.blufftonindiana.net for a chance to win a special prize.

Participants should finish coloring by June 30 and return it to the Bluffton Parks and Recreation Department office at 128 E. Market Street. The winner will be announced shortly after. For more information call 824-6069.

Grandpa and Me Build a Toolbox June 5:
Join us at the Kehoe Park Pavilion for a fun afternoon of building and bonding Sunday, June 5, from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Grandpa needs to call and register their grandsons at 824-6069 before June 1 due to limited enrollment. Rain site is the Bluffton City Gym.

Bring a hammer and $5 the day of the event.

Sign up for Kids Camp:
The Bluffton Parks and Recreation Department will offer two-week, half-day camps for students who completed kindergarten through third grade.

Campers will participate in tennis, free play (including snack time) and swim lessons between the hours of 9 a.m.-noon either June 6-17 or July 11– 22.

Call the park office at 824-6069. Cost is $30. Space is limited. The Parks Department can arrange transportation to the Boys and Girls club at noon for lunch and continued activities.

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Camera Club meeting May 26:
The Creative Arts Council's Camera Club will meet Thursday, May 26, to learn tips and techniques to frame photos.

This free event is open to everyone interested in photography and will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the home of B.K. Campbell at 835 Parkway Drive in Bluffton.

For more information call 824-5222.

Science Central cuts ribbon on classroom space May 27:
Science Central will hold a sneak peek and ribbon cutting for Science Central’s newest classroom on Friday, May 27, at 10:30 am. This classroom has been sponsored by the Grainger Foundation.

For more information, contact Science Central at www.sciencecentral.org or 260-424-2400 ext. 441. Science Central is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Admission is just $7.

Youth suicide panel discussion May 31:
A panel of concerned professionals and adults representing Youth for Christ and Life Matters Counseling will lead a discussion on suicide and its underlying causes Tuesday, May 31, at 7 p.m. at Life Community Church, located at 428 S. Oak Street, Bluffton.

The discussion will focus on the trends in the community and among the youth of today.

Those attending will be shown ways to identify early warning signs in youth. Discussed will be root causes of thoughts and behaviors that lead to such tragic events and how to pray to help those struggling with it.

For more information call Rachel Draper at 260-820-0070 or email at: racheld@bigjawsyfc.org.

For additional information contact the Blackford County Purdue Extension Service at 765-348-3213.

CAC’s road trip to Wabash on June 9

Historic Charley Creek Inn in downtown Wabash will be the destination for all who would enjoy sampling luncheon in the hotel’s upscale restaurant, “Twenty,” on Thursday, June 9.

On this excursion offered by the Creative Arts Council of Wells County, guests will visit the hotel originally known as Hotel Indiana in downtown Wabash designed by Lafayette architect Charles W. Nicol and opened in 1919.

Today it houses dining areas, a wine and cheese shop, guest accommodations and a satellite gallery of the Hoosier Salon.

The menu for the “Twenty” restaurant features wraps, salads, pizza, pasta, soup and sandwiches.

The tour is open to the public with a $3 registration fee due by June 3 to reserve a space. Participants will depart from the art center parking lot at noon, returning by 4 p.m. Costs of lunch and shopping will be paid on site individually by each guest. To sign up, send the $3 fee to CAC, 211 Water St., Bluffton, IN 46714.

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Hog Roast Benefit May 22:
A hog roast will be held Sunday, May 22, at noon at the 4-H Fairgrounds in Bluffton to benefit Floneta Welsh, who has been diagnosed with two liver diseases. She is on the waiting list for a liver transplant, which will take place in Rochester, Minn.

Registration for Ride for the Cause will be from noon to 1 p.m. at $10 per bike. First bike out at 1 p.m. Last bike in at 3 p.m. There will be a 50/50 drawing, a bake sale, country music concerts from 2 to 5 p.m. An auction will be held at 5 p.m. Proceeds from this benefit will assist with medical bills and other expenses. For more information call Kevin Johnson at 260-827-8886 or email johnson6814@att.net.

Floneta Welsh fundraiser May 21:
Team Burger King will sponsor a tournament fundraiser for Floneta Welsh Saturday, May 21, at 9 a.m. at Lions Park in Bluffton.

There will be prizes, vendors, a 50/50 drawing, ball shot and more.

Genealogy Society to meet May 21:
The Wells County Genealogy Society will meet Saturday, May 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Old Rock Creek Cemetery located on County Road 300N, west of Murray on 300N.

Please bring a sack lunch and lawn chairs. Water will be provided. Bring any tools to help clean the area. A short meeting will be held and we will also be taking pictures of the tombstones.

Free Saturday at the Muncie Children's Museum:
Come celebrate the opening of our Make Believe Theater during our Free Saturday on May 21 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Muncie Children's Museum.

Kids can create masks and top hats. Joining us for the event will be members of "The TAG Team" from The T.A.G. Art Company of Fort Wayne.

In the afternoon, "Ms. A." will offer a variety of face paintings for kids of all ages. In the theater, "Mr. A." and "Mr. G." will be presenting "SmART Drama!" a 30-minute program taking place at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. This workshop offers the chance to learn about acting . Visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com or call 765.286.1660.

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Psi Iota Xi Scholarship available:
The Alpha Eta Chapter of Psi Iota Xi Sorority is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a student majoring in speech and hearing therapy or any area of the fine arts and who will be entering either the junior or senior year of college in the fall of 2011.

All applicants will receive consideration, but students from Wells County will be given preference over equally qualified applicants from other counties.

To receive an application please submit a letter of request by May 31, 2011, to Dawn Allison, 1550W., 1100N., Ossian, In 46777.

Echoes of the Civil War Exhibit May 19-31:
Gallery admission is free at the Creative Arts Center to view a series of Civil War photos exhibited in the Balentine Gallery from May 19-31.

Lynn Elliott has prepared memorabilia for display with the black and white photographs, on loan from the Fort Wayne Museum of Art.

Office hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 824-5222 or visit www.wellscocreativearts.com.

Sheriff reserves hosting fundraiser May 21:
The Wells County Sheriff Reserves are offering pulled-pork sandwiches this Saturday to raise money for additional laptop computers in county patrol cars.

Tickets for the lunch, served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the parking lot of South Main Street just east of the 4-H Park, are $6. Lunch includes a sandwich, chips, pop and a cookie.

Tickets are available at the jail, from any reserve officer or may be purchased on the spot. Drive-ups are welcome.

Joe Collins benefit May 21:
A benefit for Joe Collins will be held Saturday, May 21, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the First Church of Christ at 909 W. Spring St. in Bluffton.

A pulled pork meal will be served. There will be a live worship music and a live auction.

Proceeds will go toward medical expenses Joe incurred during a recent, critical lung infection ,which resulted in hospitalization and surgery.

A freewill donation will be accepted. For more information, call Robin Gentis at 260-413-1685.

Area things to see and do

BRYANT GOODTIMES THEATRE AT BEARCREEK FARMS:
Shower of Stars — Summer Gospel Festival, June 9-12 (with Ernie Haase and Signature Sound); Red Hot & Blue (Branson), June 16 & 17; Country Legend Ray Price, June 18; Chelsea House Orchestra, June 22; Branson on the Road, June 23-25. Tickets $25 to $55.

Wild Wackey Wednesdays — Down on the Farm, May 4-June 15, 2 p.m., meal and show $10. For more information and reservations call 260-997-6822 or check out www.bearcreekfarms.com.

FORT WAYNE’S CIVIC THEATRE:
GODSPELL—May 7-22, 8 p.m. on May 7, 13, 14, 20, 21 and 2 p.m. on May 8, 15, 22. Admission is $24 for adults, $16 for youth (under 23) and $20 for Senior Sundays.
For more information call 260-422-8641 or check out www.fwcivic.org.

FORT WAYNE'S SCIENCE CENTRAL EVENTS:
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. Registration now for summer camps.

FW’S EMBASSY THEATRE:
SPAMALOT—Wednesday, May 18.
Ticket information at 260-424-1811 or through Ticketmaster. For groups of 20 or more call 260-420-3344. Embassy box office at 1-800-745-3000.

FORT WAYNE MUSEUM OF ART:
Big Lights/Big City, through May 22, and Natural Selection: Interpretations of the Natural World, through May 22.
GALLERY HOURS—Sunday, Noon to 5 p.m.; Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Thursday, 11 a.m., to 8 p.m. Free every Sunday and Thursday.
More information at 260-422-6467 or www.fwmoa.org.

FW FOELLINGER OUTDOOR THEATRE:
B.J. THOMAS—Saturday, May 21, $15.
FW YOUTH SYMPHONY & CHOIR—Sunday, May 22, 3 p.m., free.

HEARTLAND SINGS—FORT WAYNE:
Heartland Sings a New Song, Friday, June 3, 8 p.m., Plymouth Congregational Church, Fort Wayne. Featuring Heartland Chamber Chorale and South Bend Chamber Singers. Admission $20.

Club Calendar

Monday, May 16:

• Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Support Group — Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. 260-492-2181.
  

Wednesday, May 18:

• Chester Center Nightclubbers — Home of Joyce Halterman; noon.
• O.D.O. Club — Home of Lois Biberstine; 7 p.m.
• Kitco Retirees — Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
  

Thursday, May 19:

• Lions Club — Corner Depot; noon.

Saturday, May 21:

• River Terrace Estates — Marjorie Green and family playing guitar and violin; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
  

Sunday, May 22:

• River Terrace Estates — Marlene Lobsiger and Dave Blackwell in ALD/Chapel; 2:30 p.m. Songs of Indiana Marlene on piano and Dave on saxaphone and horn.
  

Monday, May 23:

• Genetic Syndrome Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. 260-749-6379.
  

Every Tuesday:

• Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
  

Every Wednesday:

• Bluffton Parks Department Senior Social Time — 10 a.m.-Noon; City Hall on second floor. Participation is free. Call 824-6069.
• The Kiwanis of Greater Bluffton Club — Billy Ann's; noon. Call 824-0500.

Library News

The Wells County Public Library will hold a beginners genealogy workshop in the Indiana Room at the main branch on Thursday, May 19, from 6:00-7:30 pm. Vi Tester and Meredythe Fritz will give a quick tour of the Indiana Room, followed by hands-on research tips using the books, microfilm and databases. The goal is to have attendees experience an actual search to educate them of the various resources available when working on their own family histories. Must be registered by May 18th to attend. Sign up at the library, call 260-824-1612, or register online at www.wellscolibrary.org.

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Hog Roast Benefit May 22:

A Hog Roast will be held Sunday, May 22, at noon at the 4-H Fairgrounds in Bluffton to benefit Floneta Welsh, who has been diagnosed with two liver diseases. She is on the waiting list for a liver transplant, which will take place in Rochester, Minn.

Registration for Ride for the Cause will be from noon to 1 p.m. at $10 per bike. First bike out at 1 p.m. Last bike in at 3 p.m. There will be a 50/50 drawing, a bake sale, country music concerts by Mountain Dewe Boyes and Dave Liles Band, featuring Jake Lewis, from 2 to 5 p.m. An auction will be held at 5 p.m.

Proceeds from this benefit will assist with medical bills and other expenses.
For more information call Kevin Johnson at 260-827-8886 or email: johnson6814@att.net.

Club Calendar

Saturday, May 14:

• Korean War Veterans Association Indiana Chapter 1 — 2202 W. Main Street, Fort Wayne; 10 a.m. meeting with lunch following.
  

Sunday, May 15:

• Leann Johnson piano students — River Terrace Estates, 2:30 p.m.; ALD/Chapel.
  

Mondy, May 16:

• Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Support Group — Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
  

Wednesday, May 18:

• Chester Center Nightclubbers — home of Joyce Halterman; noon.
• O.D.O Club — Home of Lois Biberstine; 7 p.m.

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Sauder Village Commemorates Civil War May 15:
To help remember the Civil War and to review the impact the war had, Sauder Village will hold a lecture series and open a new Civil War exhibit in the museum building. The Civil War exhibit will open Monday, May 16, with an open house at 5 p.m., before the start of a special Civil War lecture.

This first lecture in the series will be presented by Dr. James Bissland at 7:30 p.m. at the Sauder Heritage Inn. He will present “Blood, Tears and Glory: How Ohioans Won the Civil War.” The lecture is free and open to the public. Call 800-590-9755.

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Antique Car Gathering at Sauder Village May 14:
Antique car collectors from throughout the Midwest will in Archbold Saturday for the annual Antique Car Gathering at Sauder Village.

Historic Sauder Village is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and each Sunday afternoon from noon to 4 p.m. The village is closed on Mondays, except holidays. Admission is $14.50 for adults and $7.50 for students ages 6-16. Children five and under are always free with family, and Sauder Village members receive free admission for an entire year. Again this season, children 16 and under are free every Sunday!

For more information call 419-446-2541 or 800-590-9755. Information is also available online at www.saudervillage.org.

Bake Sale in Montpelier May 13:
The Montpelier Friends of the Library will sponsor a spring bake sale at the Pacesetter Bank of Montpelier Friday at 9 a.m.

Farmer's Market May 11 & May 14:
Farmer's Market will be open tonight from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon at the Dutch Mill Plaza.

Available: Asparagus, rhubarb, baked goods, painted gourds, handcrafted cards, vegetable and flower plants, handcrafted flower pots, and birdhouses.

Saturday Night at Swiss Village May 14:
Free entertainment will be provided the second Saturday of every month from 7 to 8 p.m. at Swiss Village in Berne.

The Northeast Indiana Banjo Society will perform this Saturday. Everyone is invited to attend.

For more information contact Michelle McIntosh at 260-589-3173 or visit www.swissvillage.org.

Club Calendar

Wednesday, May 11:
Poplar Grove Club — Corner Depot at 11:30 a.m.

Thursday, May 12:
Bee Happy Quilter's — Wells County Public Library at 7 p.m.

Saturday, May 14:
River Terrace Estates — Bonnie Reidenbach playing piano in healthcare at 9:30 a.m.

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Spring Fling May 15:
A Spring Fling open house will be held Sunday, May 15 ,from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Wells County 4-H Park Community Building in Bluffton.

The event is open to the public and is free. There will be drawings and raffles.

For more information call Deb Carson at 260-824-9219 or 260-273-7950 or Linda Bradley at 260-827-0157 or 260-273-9825.

Noodle Dinner May 15:
A noodle dinner featuring chicken or beef with all the trimmings will be held Sunday, May 15, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lions Club in Montpelier, located at the corner of High and Jefferson streets.

A freewill donation will be accepted. Eat in or carry out is available.

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Poetry due by May 10:
A $1,000 grand prize is being offered in a poetry contest sponsored by Rainbow Fine Arts.

Poems of 21 lines or fewer on any subject and in any style will be judged by the contest director, Dr. Jack Carroll. The contest is free to enter and open to poets of any age. Entries must be received by May 10 and may be submitted to Free Poetry Contest, 7308 Heritage Dr., Mt. Vernon, IN 47620 or at www.rainbowpoets.com.

Those sending entries should include their names and addresses on the same page as the poem. For a winner's list please enclose a self-addressed and stamped envelope.

Church fellowship supper May 11:
The Zanesville Community Church of God fellowship supper at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 11, will feature sloppy joes, salads and desserts for a freewill donation. Call pastor Steve Whetstone at 452-8601 or Lois at 227-1732.

Roadrunners to visit Boggstown May 11:
Join the Warren RoadRunners for live entertainment featuring music from the 1900s through the 1960s at the Boggstown Cabaret Wednesday, May 11. Deadline to sign up is May 2. Contact Colleen Franklin at (260) 414-0223 for details. All trips leave from the Warren Church of Christ parking lot at 302 N. Wayne St.

Jay Flood Relief Benefit May 13:
A flood relief fund benefit tribute show and silent auction for Jay County will be held at Bearcreek Farms May 13, featuring a Elvis tribute show. A silent auction will kick off the event when doors open at 6 p.m. The show will start at 7:30 p.m. in the Bearcreek Farms Good Times Theatre.

Tickets will be available at the door or can be purchased prior to the show by contacting Rose or Phyllis Jacobs at (765) 348-0789. Reservations can be made by calling (260) 997-6822 or visiting them on the web at www.bearcreekfarms.com.

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Basket making class May 12 at Berne:
Deb Gerber will lead a basket making class Thursday, May 12, at 9 a.m. at the South Adams Senior Center.

Participants of the class will make a homespun biscuit basket with liner. Supplies needed will be tape measure, sharp scissors, pencil, towel and a spray bottle of water. All reed and materials to make the basket will be pre-cut and furnished for you. Cost of the class is $25. Class size will be limited to 12 people. Call the South Adams Senior Center at 260-589-8877 to reserve a spot. Last day to reserve your spot in class will be Monday, May 9.

Friends of the Shelter meeting May 10:
Friends of the Shelter will meet May 10 at 5:30 p.m. in the Bluffton Police Department conference room. Items on the agenda are spay neuter clinic numbers update, garage sale numbers results, and shelter maintenance/landscaping update. All interested citizens are welcome to attend. Call 260-273-1742.

Circus coming to Montpelier May 10:
The Kelly Miller Circus will come to Montpelier May 10 for two shows, one at 4:30 p.m. and one at 7:30 p.m., at the Montpelier Motor Speedway. Advance tickets are $10 for adults and $6 for children. Tickets the day of the show are $15 for adults and $7 for children.

There will be a free showing of the circus raising the tent at 9 a.m. on May 10.

For tickets call Sharon at 765-728-2232, Mary Ann at 765-728-2814, or Betty at 765-728-2171.

BHS Elementary Fundriaser at Wendy's May 10:
The Bluffton-Harrison Elementary School PTO will host a rewards night at Wendy's Restaurant in Bluffton Tuesday, May 10, from 5 to 8 p.m.

Wendy's will donate 10 percent of the proceeds to the PTO.

Warren Alumni Banquet May 14:
The alumni of Warren High School will hold its annual banquet at the Knight-Bergman Center in Warren May 14. All former students, teachers and friends of the Warren School can attend. The classes of 1951 and 1961 will be recognized as honored classes. All graduates from 1941 and before will also be recognized.

Make reservations by calling Jim Howell at 260-375-3048 or e-mailing him at howellj@citznet.com.

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Creation-Evolution Debate now through May 8:
Hope Channel will air a debate May 4 through May 8 at 7:30 p.m. each day with genetic research scientist Timothy Standish, Ph.D., and theologian Ron Clouzet, D.Min.

View it in your home live at www.hopetv.org or on Direct TV channel 368. It will also be presented publicly at Chapel Hill Church at 470 E. Morse Street in Markle. Call 260-409-5386 for more information.

Mother's Day garden gift workshop for kids in Huntington:
Huntington City-Twp. Public Library and Huntington Area Master Gardeners will present a Mother's Day make-and-take gardening craft workshop at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 7, at the Main Library. Kids ages 4 through fifth graders are eligible to participate. Participants will decorate their own flowerpots, listen to a gardening story, and fill their decorated pot with gardening soil and a plant to give away for Mother's Day. This workshop is free of charge, but space is limited and registration is required. Call the Children's Department at 356-2900 to register.

Fish & Tenderloin fundraiser May 7:
The First Church of Christ will sponsor a fish and tenderloin sandwich sale Saturday, May 7, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Villa North Mall in Bluffton. D&D Fish Fry will provide the fish and tenderloins. Members of the First Church of Christ will provide baked goods for sale.

Proceeds will be used for the summer children's ministry programs, which are open to all Wells County children.

Kite Day May 8 in Kendallville:
The Mid-America Windmill Museum will host the 10th annual Kite Day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 8, at 732 S. Allen Chapel Road (County Road 1000E).

Hoosier Kiteflyers will be on hand to help kids build their own free sled kites. Every child 12 and under will also receive a free personal pan pizza.

A small admission fee will be charged for those over age 12. It includes an admission to the museum.

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Bake Sale May 5:
Wesleyan Heritage Academy and House of Hope - Hope Academy will hold a bake sale from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday at Simply Chic.

All proceeds will benefit high school students attending the A.C.E. International Convention.

Port-a-Pit Chicken Benefit for Matthew Scott May 6:
A port-a-pit chicken benefit for 15-year-old Matthew Scott will be held Friday, May 6, from 11 a.m. to until the chicken is gone at the Walgreens parking lot in Bluffton.

Proceeds will go for medical expenses for a broken leg. He has no medical insurance. Thrivent Financial is also a sponsor of the benefit.

Rummage & Flea Market May 7 at Hartford City:
A rummage and flea market will be held Saturday, May 7, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Blackford County 4-H Fairgrounds. Anyone interested in setting up can call 765-348-3213.

Free Mushroom Hunting Seminar May 7:
A free mushroom hunting seminar will be presented May 7 at 8 a.m. at Saint John Family Worship Center at 2771 SE Mulberry St. in Vera Cruz.

A free breakfast will be served. The event is open to the public. Call 260-565-3678 or e-mail at stjohnfamilywc@adamswells.com.

Farmer's Market May 7:
Farmer's Market will be open May 7 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Dutch Mill Plaza.

Ossian gardening club to meet May 9:
The next meeting of the Ossian Gardening Club is scheduled for Monday, May 9. For more information, contact May Ann Ripperger at 622-4003 or Linda Hambrick at 622-4759.

Coffee Tasting May 9:
The Wells County Public Library’s Good Things Book Club will sponsor a coffee tasting at the Bohemian Bean on Monday, May 9, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

There will also be a coffee craft and coffee quiz. Space is limited. Must be registered by May 6 to attend. Sign up at the library, call 260-824-1612 or register online at www.wellscolibrary.org.

Deadline May 10 for Wells County Extension Homemakers summer trip:
The summer three-day trip of Wells County Extension Homemakers will take place June 15-17 departing from the 4-H Park at 6:30 a.m. on June 15. The trip is titled "Wisconsin’s Boats, Bridles, and Bakers.”

The tour includes motorcoach transportation, two nights lodging at Quality Lodging w/baggage handling (1 pc.), 8 meals (3 breakfast, 3 lunches, 2 dinners), and attractions.

Single occupancy costs $575; double, triple and quad cost $499, $475 and $460 respectively. For more information and to receive a registration card, contact Carol Baker at 2200 E. 800 N., Ossian, IN 46777 or 260-622-7422. Reservations due by May 10. Information and registration blanks will also be available at the Extension office.

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Summit City Chorus in concert May 7:
The Summit City Chorus will perform “Love Letters Straight From Your Heart” Saturday, May 7, at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Concordia High School.

Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and are available by calling 260-418-3239 or 260-414-3285 or online at www.summitcitychorus.org.

This concert will also feature the a capella styling’s of Barbershop International Semi-finalists Forefront and several Summit City Quartets.

Shrub and Plant Auction fundraiser May 7:
A Shrub and Plant Auction fundraiser will be held May 7 at 11 a.m. at Blackford County 4-H Fairgrounds in Hartford City.

The event is sponsored by Blackford County 4-H Fairboard and True North Landscaping.

Auctioned will be nursery stock from nurseries in Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, Oregon and Michigan. Food available for purchase. Call 765-348-3213.

4-H Extension Calendar

• May 3: 4-H Archery Club, Wells County 4-H Park, Quonset Building, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• May 5: Wells County 4-H Jr. Leaders, Community Center, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
• May 7: Bluffton Farmer's Market opens to Dutch Mill Plaza, 8 a.m. to noon
• May 7: 4-H Pizza Committee, Community Center, 8 to 11 a.m.
• May 7: 4-H Pizza Pick Up at the Wells County Community Center, 4-H Park, 10 a.m. to 12 Noon
• May 7: 4-H Shot Gun Safety, Wells County Gun Club, 9 to 11 a.m.
• May 7: 4-H Sheep Identification Day, 4-H Park Multi-Purpose Building, 8 to 10:30 a.m.
• May 7: 4-H Horse & Pony Identification Day, 4-H Park, 12 Noon to 3 PM
• May 7: 4-H Horse & Pony Advisory Board, Community Center, 3 to 4 PM
• May 12: 4-H Rabbit Workshop, Community Center, 7 to 8 PM
• May 13 to 14: Master Gardeners Plant Sale & Garage Sale, 4- H Park, 8 to 5 Friday, 8 to 2 Saturday