What's Up! Monday, March 17, 2014

Close-Up on Carnivorous plants March 22

Visit the Botanical Conservatory from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Botanical Gardens in Fort Wayne on Saturday, March 22.

Get a closer look at the plants and gardens with an exploratory walk, a craft, and a snack. Carnivorous plants get most of their nutrients from trapping and eating small animals, primarily insects. 

The Conservatory has a terrarium that serves as a home for Venus flytraps, pitcher plants and more of these fascinating creatures. 

Admission: is $5 for adults, $3 for children age 3-17 and free for children age 2 and younger. For more info call (260) 427-6440.

Student art exhibit at St. Francis

The 38th Annual SOCA Student Exhibit of student art will be presented at the University of Saint Francis April 5-27.

An opening reception will be held on Saturday, April 5, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Rolland Center, 2701 Spring St., Fort Wayne and at the Lupke Gallery at the North Campus Auditorium 2702 Spring St., Fort Wayne.

The awards ceremony will  be held on April 5, 7:30 p.m. at the North Campus Auditorium 2702 Spring St.

Gallery hours will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. (The galleries will be closed April 18-20 in observance of Easter.)

Talent Scholarship Day will be held on Friday, May 9, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Rolland Art Center. This an opportunity for new students interested in attending the University of Sin Francis to submit a portfolio or audition for scholarships. To reserve a time call 260-399-7700 ext. 8001. More information at sf/edu/art

Muzzleloading 4-H Shooting Sports Program deadline April 15

The 2014 4-H Muzzleloading Program in Allen County is sponsored by the Allen County 4‑H Shooting Sports Club. The program teaches safe handling of firearms, proper use of equipment, shooting techniques and ethics of good shooters.

 The program will begin Thursday, April 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the Allen County Extension Office, 4001 Crescent Ave, Fort Wayne.  Then the program will continue on May 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29 from 6:30- 8:30 p.m. in the Spencerville area.  Class size is limited to 10 participants.  This program will be held outside.  Advanced registration is required and due by April 15, 2014.

This program is open to all youth grades 3-12. The cost is: $40.00. Equipment will be provided.

 Please call the Allen County Extension Office at 481-6826 to request additional information. Registration form also available on our website www.extension.purdue.edu/allen Click on 4-H Youth Development, then Calendar/Workshops/Activities.

Instructors are certified through the Indiana 4‑H Shooting Sports Program of Purdue University and the Department of Natural Resources.

Free Sight & Hearing Screening April 17 at Zanesville

A free vision and hearing screening young children will be held from 9 to 11:30 a.m., Thursday, April 17 at Zanesville United Methodist Church at 11811 N. Wayne Street.

Operation Kid Sight and Indiana Speech and Hearing will offer the screenings for preschoolers.

For more information call 260-638-4108.