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NHS Class of 1987 looking for classmates
The Norwell Class of 1987 will hold its 25th class reunion Saturday, Sept. 15. Information regarding the reunion can be found at www.norwellclassof1987.myevent.com. Reunion committee members may also be contacted by emailing norwellclassof1987@frontier.com or by calling Lori Coker at 260-760-3357 or Carrie (Mosser) Rice at 260-710-2523.

The group is needing help finding the following classmates: Larry Alford, Gina Azara, Kevin Bushee, Yvonne (Cayot) Brown, Heidi Fields, Kristi (Franke) Long, Rebecca (Jenkins) Stacy, Brian Lane, Colette McBride, Brian McGreevy, Shane Pass, Vicki (Persinger) Zeddis, Shane Shaw, Stephanie (Smith) Robertson, Kelly (Spencer) Meyer, Tim Stanley and Penny (Suman) Bressler.

Sausage Biscuit and Gravy Breakfast March 31
Members of the Bluffton Masonic Lodge will host a free sausage biscuit and gravy breakfast Saturday, March 31, from 7:30 to 10 a.m. at 211 W. Cherry Street. Food will be donated by The Snug Cafe in Bluffton.

A freewill donation will be taken. Proceeds will go to supply care packages for the 980th Engineer Batallion. Bluffton native 1LT Jeremy Crosbie is in that batallion in Kandahar, Afghanistan.

Animal Spay/Neuter Clinic April 10
The next low-cost spay/neuter clinic will be held Tuesday, April 10th. There are a few more spots left for male cats only. A second clinic has been scheduled for April 24. Call the Animal Shelter for more information at 824-6063.

Rummage/Flea Market April 14 at Hartford City
The Blackford County 4-H Fairboard will sponsor a rummage/flea market sale Saturday, April 14, at the Blackford County 4-H Fairgrounds in Hartford City from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Anyone interested in setting up or for more information can call 765-348-3212.

Club calendar

Monday, March 26

• Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild — Zurich Haus entry lounge at Swiss Village in Berne; 7 p.m. This is a change from the usual meeting room. The Opportunity Quilt top will be in a frame and ready to quilt. Bring a needle and help quilt during the meeting. Time will be spent viewing the Row Robins and Show and Tell. Call 260-589-2845 or 260-223-1403. Directions: From 218 turn south on Forest Park drive and proceed to Zurich Haus on the left. Parking is between the building and the street.
• Genetic Syndrome Support Group — Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Topic: Special Education and Special Needs issues. 260-449-0895.

Tuesday, March 27

• River Terrace Estates--Denna McClure; 1:30 p.m. in IL. She will share how God has helped her with her cancer.

Wednesday, March 28

• Bible Study Club — United Methodist Church; 12:45-2 p.m.

Saturday, March 31

• River Terrace Estates — Peyton and Sierra singing; 2:30 p.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, April 1

• River Terrace Estates — Rebeka Brooks and family from Life Church; 1 p.m. in Assisted Living.

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Free writing workshop offered March 30
Kayleen Reusser will conduct a free writing workshop on Friday, March 30 at 6 p.m. at The Brew Ha Espresso Cafe in Ossian.

Reusser, a Bluffton resident, is the author of nine children's books and also writes a weekly feature article for The Sunriser News. She will offer tips on getting published and will also be available for a book signing after the session.

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Friends of Animal Shelter meeting March 12
The Friends of the Animal Shelter will meet Monday, March 12, at 5:30 p.m. at Bluffton City Hall conference room.

Agenda topics include upcoming events, garage sale, spay/neuter clinics and summer parades.
The public is welcome to attend the meeting. For more information call 273-1742.

Green and Growing program March 14 at Salamonie
Children ages two to five can attend the Green and Growing program for preschoolers at Salamonie Interpretive Center Wednesday, March 14, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

The program will be both indoors and out, starting at the Interpretive Center. Cost is $2 per child. Register by calling 260-468-2127 or visit the center at 3691 S. New Holland Road, Andrews or log onto www.dnr.IN.gov/uwis.

Fish or tenderloin dinner March 16
Hoagland Area Advancement Association will sponsor a fish or tenderloin dinner Friday, March 16, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Hoagland Park Pavilion located at 11320 Hoagland Road.

Cost is $8 for adults, $5 for children ages six through 12 and free for children under age 6 are free. For more information call 2600-447-1526 or visit www.hoaglandin.com.

Chili Supper March 17 at Poneto
Members of the Poneto Volunteer Fire Department will sponsor a chili Supper Saturday, March 17 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the Poneto Fire House.

The menu will include chili, chicken noodle, sloppies, hot dogs, homemade desserts and drinks. A free will donation will be accepted at the event.

Paws to Read program offered in March at Markle Library
The Huntington Public Library Markle branch will offer Paws-to-Read Program on the following dates: Saturday, March 17, 14 and 28 from 9:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. at 197 East Morse St., Markle. In the program, children ages 6 through 12 participate in one-on-one sessions in which they practice reading aloud to trained therapy dogs.

For more information call the Huntington Library daily at 260-356-0824 or the Markle Branch at 260-758-3332 from 1 to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to noon. Space is limited and registration is required. There is no charge for this program.

Coin and Currency Show March 18
The Fort Wayne Old Fort Coin Club will sponsor a coin and currency show Sunday, March 18, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Allen County fairgrounds. There will be over 50 tables of numismatic material, free parking, free admission and food available.

Directions: Take I-69 to Exit 111B North on Lima to Carroll Road. Follow the signs to the show.

Club calendar

Thursday, March 8

• Bee Happy Quilt Club — Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Show and Tell. Public welcome. 824-1463.
• River Terrace Estates — Amy Chaplin's piano students to perform; 6:30 p.m. IL.

Friday, March 9

• River Terrace Estates — Family Ties; 1:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 10

• Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One — V.F.W. Post 857, 2202 W. Main St., Fort Wayne; 10 a.m. Lunch will follow meeting. Friends and spouses are welcome. 260-485-7627.
• River Terrace Estates — Carol Impols. Carol Kreps playing piano and singing; 3 p.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, March 11

• River Terrace Estates — Tressie and Vida Stair; 2:30 p.m. in AL Dining.

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Toddler Gold Hunt March 6
Bring the little ones to the city gym to run and play Tuesday, March 6, starting at 11 a.m. to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Around 11:45 the parks department will bring children upstairs to hunt for chocolate coins, green fortune cookies, shamrock mints and gold!!!

This is a free event, and adults must stay and supervise their own children. The gym is open every Tuesday and Thursday in March from 11 a.m. to noon for tots to play. For more information call 824-6069.

Kid sign-ups March 10 at City Hall
Pee Wee Soccer, baseball, t-ball and girls softball registration will be Saturday, March 10, in City Hall from 9 to 11 a.m. Each league has a different cost and some leagues may require a birth certificate. Cost of pee wee soccer is $15. Call 824-6069 for more information.

Sausage Gravy and Biscuit Breakfast March 10
An all-you-can-eat sausage gravy and biscuit breakfast will be held Saturday, March 10, from 7 to 10 a.m. at Chester Twp. Volunteer Fire Department, just south of Southern Wells High School. A freewill donation will be accepted.

Noodle dinner March 11
A chicken or beef noodle dinner with all the trimmings will be held Sunday, March 11, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Montpelier Lions Club at the corner of High and Jefferson streets. A freewill donation will be accepted. Carry-outs are available.

Dillman Potato Bar March 11
Members of the Dillman Church will sponsor a potato bar Sunday, March 11, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 8888S-100W in Wells County.

The menu will include baked potato with 10 different toppings, ham sandwiches, hot dogs, assorted desserts and drinks. A freewill offering will be accepted with proceeds going to missions. The church is located three miles west of Ind. 3 on 900S, just six miles east of VanBuren. Call 260-375-2779.

Soup and Sandwich Dinner March 11
Members of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church at Friedheim will sponsor a soup and sandwich dinner with a craft and bake sale Sunday, March 11, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Wyneken Memorial Lutheran School located at 11565 U.S. Hwy. 27 North, Decatur. The menu will include homemade soups, sandwiches, salads and desserts. Drive through and carry-outs will be available.

Cooking Class offered March 12
The Parks and Recreation Department will offer a cooking class Monday, March 12, at the Bluffton Middle School Culinary Arts Room. Cost and Menu are still to be determined.
Anyone interested can call 824-6069.

Club calendar

Monday, Feb. 27

• Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild — Social Corner at Swiss Village in Berne; 7 p.m. Opportunity Quit top will be shown. It is to be hand quilted. Also viewing the Row Robins and Show and Tell. Bring projects and a friend and enjoy the first viewing of the 2012 Opportunity Quilt top. 260-692-6227.
• Genetic Syndrome Support Group — Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne. Barbara C. Gelder, Ph.D. will speak about behavior issues and special needs kids; 6:30-8:30 p.m.
• Republican Women's Club — Billy Ann's; 5:30 p.m. Meeting and dinner. Order off menu. For information call Diana Collins at 260-820-2747.

Wednesday, Feb. 29

• Bible Study Club — First UM Church; 12:45-2 p.m. Reading Chapter 8.
• Bible Study Club — First United Methodist Church; 12:45-2 p.m.

Saturday, March 3

• River Terrace Estates — Petroleum Ladies; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, March 4

• River Terrace Estates — Life Church group singing; 1 p.m. in AL.
• River Terrace Estates — Connie Strange singing; 2:30 p.m. in AL Dining Room.

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Fish fry & chicken strips dinner March 3
Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, 1819 Reservation Drive, Waynedale, is hosting a Country Chef, "all-u-can-eat" fish fry and chicken strips dinner Saturday, March 3, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Menu includes potato wedges, applesauce or coleslaw, rolls, drinks and a variety of desserts. Dine in, carry-out or drive-up options will be available. Cost is $8.50 for adults, $5.50 for children ages 6-11, and free for children 5 years old and under. All drive-up or carry-outs are $8.50 each. Tickets will be available at the church office by calling 747-4121 x0 and at the door.

Annual Doctor's Day March 3 at Science Central
Spend the day at Science Central Saturday, March 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and meet with area physicians, hospitals and other medical personnel to learn about everyday healthy choices. Admission is free from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the entire family, courtesy of the Fort Wayne Medical Society Foundation, Lutheran Health Network and Parkview Health. Call 260-424-2400 or log onto www.sciencecentral.org.

Swiss steak or ham dinner March 4
Hoagland Area Advancement Association will sponsor a Swiss Steak or Ham Dinner Sunday, March 4 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hoagland Park Pavilion located at 11320 Hoagland Road. Betty-Bullerman-Peters will prepare the food.

Cost is $8 for adults, $5 for children ages six through 12 and free for children under age six are free. For more information call 260-639-3132 or visit www.hoaglandin.com.

Fiber Fest at Jay County March 9-10
Jay County’s Fairgrounds will be the site of a Fiber Fest on the weekend of March 9-10. Admission is $1 and parking is free.

Friday, March 9, from 9 a.m., to 3 p.m. has been designated as Educational Day with fiber arts classes being offered. There also will be artists vendors, food vendors and demonstrations all day. From 4 to 7 p.m. there will be a benefit soup supper. Vendors will be open from 4 to 7 p.m.
On Saturday, March 10, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. all things will continue with the addition of the FFA lamb and meat goat judging event. To register log onto: www.visitjaycounty.com or infojc@visitjaycounty.com.

Other information at 260-726-3366.

Farm Bureau 2012 Spring Conference March 9 & 10
The Farm Bureau Spring Conference will be held Friday, March 9-10 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at Indianapolis Marriott East, 7202 E 21st St., Indianapolis.

Farm Bureau members from around the state will gather for the conference. Featured speakers will be Betty Wolanyk of Ag Literacy Works and Todd Hunt. Registration will begin at 11 a.m. each day.

For more information go to www.infarmbureau.org, click on events.

Club calendar

Monday, Feb. 27

• Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild — Social Corner at Swiss Village in Berne; 7 p.m. Opportunity Quit top will be shown. It is to be hand quilted. Also viewing the Row Robins and Show and Tell. Bring projects and a friend and enjoy the first viewing of the 2012 Opportunity Quilt top. 260-692-6227.
• Genetic Syndrome Support Group — Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne. Barbara C. Gelder, Ph.D. will speak about behavior issues and special needs kids; 6:30-8:30 p.m.
• Republican Women's Club — Billy Ann's; 5:30 p.m. Meeting and dinner. Order off menu. For information call Diana Collins at 260-820-2747.

Wednesday, Feb. 29

• Bible Study Club — First UM Church; 12:45-2 p.m. Reading Chapter 8.
• Bible Study Club — First United Methodist Church; 12:45-2 p.m.

What's up

Comic book convention Feb. 25
A comic book convention will be held at the Comfort Suites, located at 5775 Coventry Lane, Fort Wayne Saturday, Feb. 25, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. Dealers from several states will be on hand with a wide variety of comic books from the golden age to present. Also available will be related collectible items such as action figures.

Anyone who has comics lying around and no longer want them should bring them to the show. For more info call 309-657-1599 or visit www.epguides.com/comics.

Tom and Colton Kellam to perform Feb. 28
Tom and Colton Kellam, the father and son vocal duo from Wells County, will perform songs from their hearts Tuesday, Feb. 28, during a banquet and concert at South Adams Senior Center in Berne. Colton Kellam, a 17-year-old junior at Southern Wells High School, will join his dad, Tom Kellam.

For reservations, call 260-589-8877. Cost is $10 each. The menu will include: baked chicken breast, and swiss steak, baked potato, tossed salad, California blend, rolls, cake and beverages.

Cooking Class offered March 12
The Parks and Recreation Department will offer a cooking class Monday, March 12, at the Bluffton Middle School Culinary Arts Room. Cost and menu are still to be determined. Call 824-6069.

What's up

Class tonight for downloading ebooks
The Wells County Public Library will offer a class on how to download ebooks and eaudiobooks from the library on from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21. Participants will learn how to browse, checkout, and download ebooks and eaudiobooks using the library’s Overdrive service. Class will also cover general ereader tips on using your Kindle, Nook, iPad, or other device. Attendees can also stay for an ereader question and answer session at the end of the class.

The classes are free and open to the public. Space is limited. Register at the library, call 260-824-1612, or online at www.wellscolibrary.org.

"Fun-Filled Friday" Feb. 24
South Adams Seniors Center will sponsor a "Fun-Filled Friday" Feb. 24 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be mini local entrepreneurs. This event is free to all participating. The center is located at 825 Hendricks St, Berne. For more information call 260-589-8877.

Winter carnival Feb. 25
St. Aloysius Catholic School, 14607 Bluffton Road, Yoder, winter carnival will be held Saturday, Feb. 25, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the gym.
There is not cost to enter the carnival, but there will be game tickets for 25 cents each or six for $1 as each game or activity will require one ticket. There will be prizes for the games and activities. Our sixth- through eighth-grade students will be assisting at each game/activity.

Get your tickets for a chance at the raffle with great prizes for adults and children. The tickets will be on sale for $1 each or six for $5.

All proceeds are for tuition assistance and any donation will be gladly accepted.

Jericho hosting Chili Supper Carry-Out Feb. 25
A chili supper/carry-out will be held Saturday, Feb. 25, at Jericho from 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Meal will include a 12 ounce tub of chili, crackers and wedge of corn bread. Pre-order forms are available at Jericho. Walk-in's are welcome. Contact Jericho at 353-1340 for any questions.

Club calendar

Monday, Feb. 20

• Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Support Group — Parkwood Church, 3302 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Vicki A. Murgaw, LMHC will be the guest speaker.

Tuesday, Feb. 21

• Chester Nightclubbers — Home of Lola Grimm; noon.

Thursday, Feb. 23

• Loyal Neighbor’s Club — Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.

Saturday, Feb. 25

• River Terrace Estates — Sarah Gerber and friends singing; 3 p.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, Feb. 26

• River Terrace Estates — Chester and Carol Longenberger playing piano and singing; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.

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Knitting lessons offered
Sign up for three group knitting lessons that will run Wednesday, Feb. 15, 22 and 29, in city hall. Cost is $10 due the first day. Bring size 7, 8 or 9 needles and cotton yarn to make your dish rag with.

Call the park office to pre-register at 824-6069. Class size is limited and open to beginners and advanced students.

Toddler Tuesdays & Thursdays
Toddler Tuesdays and Thursdays are available for parents to bring their children to the gym to play with others their age every Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. to noon.

The storage closet on the east side of the gym is open for you to take equipment. On March 6 there will be a treasure hunt in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. At 11:45 children will be brought upstairs to find the green fortune cookies and chocolate coins. FREE. For more information call 824-6069.

Club calendar

Monday, Feb. 13

• ADHD/ADD Support Group — Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be Keven Showalter, League for the Blind and Disabled.
• Wells County Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer Support Group — Wells County Council on Aging, 225 W. Water Street, Bluffton; 4-5:30 p.m. All men and other interested people are can attend for free.
  

Tuesday, Feb. 14

• Homemaker's Club — Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 15

• Kitco Retirees — Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
• O.D.O. Club — Corner Depot; 6:30 p.m.
• Bible Study Club — CANCELLED FOR TODAY.

Thursday, Feb. 16

• Wells County Master Gardeners — 4-H Park at Bluffton; 7 p.m. The program will be presented by Wayne Fox, former owner of Huntington Nursery and Horticulture Specialist with over 40 years experience in landscape design, plant culture, soil composition as well as other garden related information. Free admission. This meeting will count as educational credit to those Master Gardeners attending.

Saturday, Feb. 18

• River Terrace Estates — Chet Baumgartner singing; 3 p.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, Feb. 19

• River Terrace Estates — Blue Grass Gospel Music with Gene Vitotoe; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.

Monday, Feb. 20

• Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Support Group — Parkwood Church, 3302 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Vicki A. Murgaw, LMHC will be the guest speaker.
• Wednesday, Feb. 29
• Bible Study Club — First UM Church; 12:45-2 p.m. Reading Chapter 8.

What’s up

Space still available for Champagne & Chocolate event Feb. 17
There is still time to get a reservation for the Champagne and Chocolate event to be held at the Creative Arts Center in Bluffton Feb. 17 at 7 p.m.

Cost is $20 per couple. The program will be presented by Diane Holland and Alyse Breeding. For more information or to make a reservation call 824-5222.

Daddy Daughter Ball Feb. 19
The 2012 Daddy Daughter Black and White Ball will be held Feb. 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the 4-H Community Center.

Tickets go on sale Jan. 5 at the City Clerk Treasurer's office at City Hall. Guests are encouraged to dress in black and white. Cost is $10 per couple and $3 each additional daughter. For more information call 824-6069.

Winter carnival Feb. 25
St. Aloysius Catholic School, 14607 Bluffton Road, Yoder, winter carnival will be held Saturday, Feb. 25, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the gym.

There is no cost to enter the carnival. There will be game tickets for 25 cents each or six for $1 as each game or activity will require one ticket. There will be prizes for the games and activities. The school's sixth- through eighth-grade students will be assisting at each game/activity. There will also be a goodies walk, full concessions, Moon Walk, and more.

Get your tickets for a chance at the raffle with prizes for adults and children. The tickets will be on sale for $1 each or six for $5.

All proceeds are for tuition assistance. Donations accepted.

The League for the Blind and Disabled meeting Feb. 27
An organizational meeting will be held Monday, Feb. 27, at 4 p.m. at the Wells County Public Library in Bluffton.

The meeting is open to any individual, friend or family member who would like to learn about resources to enhance living independently with vision loss.

Amy Plumlee, a Wells County resident, will facilitate the meeting. For more information call 260-273-2533 or Linda Scribner at 1-800-889-3443.

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Rails to Romance Feb. 10 & 11
The Whitewater Valley Railroad in Connorsville will sponsor Rails to Romance, Friday, Feb. 10, at 6 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 11, at 5 p.m.

Cost is $39 per person. The fare will include round trip train ticket, meal, dessert, drink, tax and tip. Seating is limited. Reservations and meal selections are required in advance of the day of departure.

For more information call 765-825-2054 or www.whitewatervalleyrr.org.

Birthday celebration planned at Muncie Children's Museum Feb. 11
Muncie’s Children’s Museum will be celebrating its 35th birthday during the month of February.
On Feb. 11, a Princess & Pirates Party will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. Participants will decorate cupcakes, listen to princess and pirate stories and decorate a princess crown or pirate hat to take home. Cost is $15. To register to participate contact Katy at kwilliams1701@comcst.net.

Sunday, Feb. 12, will be half price Sunday. There will be a Kids’ Karaoke and kids will receive a free “sand art” to enjoy.

A free Saturday will be held on Feb. 18, with jungle fun. At 1:15 p.m. the Muncie Civic Theatre youth actors will bring their Disney Jungle Book Kids for a short performance. At 2 p.m. the rhythmic sounds of the Muncie Symphony Orchestra percussion section and instrument petting zoo will be on hand. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. jungle puppets may be decorated to take home. The museum’s Alligator Blue will be on hand as well. The museum is located at 515 South High St. in Muncie. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $6 for all ages 1 to 100. Call 765-286-1660 or at www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.

Saturday Night at the Village Feb. 11
Saturday Night at the Village will be held Saturday, Feb. 11 from 7 to 8 p.m. Gospel singer Rick Shane will perform. The event is open and free to the public.

For more information about Saturday Night at the Village, contact Teri Sank, Swiss Village Activity Director at 260-589-3173 or visit www.swissvillage.org.

Brew Ha! fundraiser Feb. 12
Children's ministries at the Bluffton First Church of the Nazarene will sponsor a fundraiser at the Brew Ha! in Ossian Sunday, Feb. 12.

Date and the time slots available are: 3:30-4:30 and 4:30-5:30. Tickets are $12.

Those attending will be able to sample wraps, paninis, salads, quesadillas, cookies, cheesecake and select pastries. There will also be sample sizes of hot and cold drinks. To purchase tickets contact Laurie Stuckey 622-6357 or Julie Meredith 824-4760.

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Fish Fry Feb. 10 at Hartford City
Members of the Blackford County 4-H Fair board will sponsor a fish fry Friday, Feb. 10, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the Blackford County 4-H Building, located at 310 E. Park Ave., Hartford City. Cost is $8 for adults (age 13 and older), $4 for youth (ages five to 12) and free for children ages 4 and younger. For more information call 765-348-3213.

Liver and onion supper Feb. 11
Members of Petroleum United Methodist Church will sponsor a liver and onion supper Saturday, Feb. 11 from 4 to 6 p.m.

The all-you-can-eat supper will include liver and onions, mashed potatoes, noodles, vegetable, salad, dessert and drink.

Jody Heaston to speak at Zanesville Lions Club dinner Feb. 13
Nature speaker Jody Heaston will be the guest at the Zanesville Lions Club dinner meeting Monday, Feb. 13 at the Zanesville Lions Clubhouse at 3088 W. VanHorn St. (ballpark).

A dinner will be served to members and their guests at 6:30 p.m. Those attending the meal need to make a reservation by calling 260-638-4327. There is a nominal fee charged for the meal.

Jody's program will be held from 7 to 7:45 p.m. The program is free and is a service of the club.

Cookies and punch will be provided. Her topic “Butterflies” will feature an overview to children and adults of all ages.

Master Gardeners to meet Feb. 16th
The Wells County Master Gardeners will meet Thursday, Feb. 16 at 7 p.m. at the 4-H Park at Bluffton.

The program for the evening will be presented by Wayne Fox, former owner of Huntington Nursery and horticulture specialist. He has over 40 years experience in landscape design, plant culture, soil composition as well as other garden related information.

The forum is open to the public at no charge.

This meeting will count as Educational credit to those Master Gardeners attending.

Trivia Night Feb. 18
Hoagland Area Advancement Association and Higher Academic Achievement will sponsor Trivia Night Saturday, Feb. 18, at Hoagland Park Pavilion at 11320 Hoagland Road. Doors will open at 7 p.m. Contest will start at 8 p.m.

Cost is $10 per person or $100 per table (with 10 people). Included in the ticket is soda, water, chips and pretzels. Beverages will be available for purchase. Those attending must be 21 years old.

Prizes are as follows: $250 for first place, $100 for second place and $50 for third place teams.
To pre-register or for more information call Tom Koeneman at 260-579-3007 or www.hoagland.com.

Club calendar

Thursday, Jan. 26

• River Terrace Estates — Chaplain Jerry Qualls; 6:30 p.m. in AL

Saturday, Jan. 28

• River Terrace Estates — Rebeka Brooks from Life Church playing guitar and singing; 3 p.m.

Sunday, Jan. 29

• River Terrace Estates — Jim Turner, Gospel with tapes; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.

Wednesday, Feb. 1

• Bible Study — First United Methodist Church; 12:45-2 p.m.

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Party in the Park Feb. 3
The Fort Wayne Sports Corporation’s (FWSC) Annual Party in the Park fundraiser Feb. 3. Proceeds from the benefit will go to the American Red Cross of Northeast Indiana, Charis House and the FWSC. The event will take place in the main suite overlooking Parkview Field from 6 to 9 p.m.

The informal program includes a sports memorabilia auction, award presentations, gourmet hors d’ oeuvres, a cash bar and a chance to mingle with high profile sports figures from around Fort Wayne. It is available to the general public through advance reservations.

Individuals interested in attending the event can RSVP for $75 per person or $65 for FWSC members. Organizations are also welcome to make reservations.

Please contact the FWSC at 260-420-1305 or Phil Houk at 260-747-1245 or partyintheprk@fortwaynesportscorp.com.

Parks Department offers knitting class
Bluffton Parks Department will offer knitting classes. Dates are Feb 15, 22 and 29 from 6 to 7 p.m. Cost is $10 due the first night. Bring a size 7, 8 or 9 needle and cotton yarn to make a dish cloth or learn on our practice yarn.

To register call 824-6069 and leave your name and phone number. Lessons will be in the city hall building.

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Optimist Club Tri Star Basketball Contest Jan. 28
Wells County girls and boys ages 8 through 12 (before March 1) may participate in the Bluffton Optimist Tri-Star Basketball Contest Saturday, Jan. 28, at the Boys and Girls Club at 1410 S. Wayne Street, Bluffton.

Registration and warm up will begin at 10 a.m. The contest will start at 10:30 a.m.

First-place winners will advance to the regional contest to be held in Bluffton in February. For more information call Dan Gerdom at 824-0195 or Larry Tschannen at 824-4713.

Winterval at Science Central Jan. 28
Science Central will participate in Winterval Saturday, Jan. 28, with half-price admission, liquid nitrogen ice cream, glacial gak and more.

Winterval is an event coordinated by Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation and others. For more information visit www.fortwayneparks.org or call Natalie Eggeman at 260-427-6028.

Hours are Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Admission is $8 per person. Call 260-424-2400.

Pancake & Sausage Brunch Jan. 29
Hoagland Area Advancement Association will sponsor a pancake and sausage brunch Sunday, Jan. 29 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hoagland Pavilion.

The menu will include fresh whole hog sausage, all-you-can-eat pancakes and a drink. Cost is $6 for adults, $3.50 for children ages six through 12 and free for children age 5 and younger. Carry-outs and bulk fresh pork purchases will be available.

For more information call Todd Hockemeyer at 260-639-3891 or log onto www.hoaglandin.com.

Family concert by The Phil & FW Ballet Jan. 29
On Sunday, Jan. 29, at 2 p.m. the Fort Wayne Philharmonic will present a Star Family Concert at Auer Perfomrnace Hall in Rhinehart Music Center on the campus of IPFW.

“Firebird: Princesses and Fairy Tales” will feature the Fort Wayne Ballet with David Ingram, as principal dancer and choreogrpaher for the concert. Christopher J. Murphy is director and narrator and directing the orchestra will be the Phil’s Assistant Conductor Sameer Patel.

A pre-concert Instrument Playground will begin at 1 p.m.

Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for children and may be arranged for by calling 260-481-0777 or online to www.fwphil.org.

Club calendar

Monday, Jan. 23

• Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild — Social Corner at Swiss Village in Berne; 7 p.m. There will be a review of personal goals for 2011 and opportunity to write new goals for 2012. Bring blocks and other pieces for the Opportunity Quilt so it can be determined how many more are needed. Show and Tell starting with the Row Robins. Call Carol Malone at 260-223-1403, Gail Kuhn at 260-589-2845 or Vivian Lemmon at 260-692-6227.
• Genetic Syndrome Group — Parkwood Church of God, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Topic: Advanced Genetic Technology. Call 492-2181.

Tuesday, Jan. 24

• River Terrace Estates — Bible Study, 9:45 a.m. in Healthcare.
• Fort Wayne/Smoky Montgomer Toastmasters Club 159 — Lutheran Hospital, Special Function Room 2. http://159.toastmastersclubs.org.

Thursday, Jan. 26

• Loyal Neighbor's Club — Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
• River Terrace Estates — Chaplain Jerry Qualls; 6:30 p.m. in AL

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Bethlehem Lutheran Fundraiser tonight
Bethlehem Lutheran will sponsor a K105 Hoopsters vs. the Tigers alumni basketball game tonight, Jan. 18. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Game will start at 7 p.m. Cost is $3 for adults and $2 for students in grades one through 12.

Halftime entertainment will be the Ultrazone Sumo Wrestling. Raffle tickets will be sold for a chance to wrestle. Mad Ants cheerleaders will be at the event. Autographs will be give for a small donation.

Concessions will be sold. Proceeds will go toward the seventh and eighth grade Washington D.C. Trip. For more information call 260-409-7728 or 260-597-7366.

Free admission to Science Central for Treasure! opening Jan. 21
Science Central will officially open their newest traveling exhibition Saturday, Jan. 21, with a formal ribbon-cutting at 11 a.m. Speakers during the event will include Geoff Paddock, Fort Wayne City Council member. There will be free admission from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. to celebrate the opening.

For more information visit www.sciencecentral.org or call 260-424-2400 x 441.

Sign up for Master Gardener training by Jan. 27
The Purdue Extension Service in Wells County will hold a Master Gardener Training Session during the winter-spring of 2012.

This program will involve 14 weekly classes beginning in February. Classes will be held on Tuesday mornings from 9 a.m. to noon. A wide range of gardening and landscape topics will be covered, including: flowers, trees and shrubs, vegetable gardening, plant diseases, insect pests, lawn care, pesticide safety, plant a soil science, and wildlife management. The fee to participate is $120, and includes all reference materials and supplies. Participants who complete the training program must commit to serving 35 volunteer hours doing some form of educational or community activity.

Currently, the Master Gardeners work with school classes or outdoor labs, city parks, Ouabache State Park, garden tours, flower and vegetable shows, farmers’ markets, library programs, and nursing homes.

For more information or to pick up an application, contact Bill Horan at the Purdue Extension Office (phone: 824-6412 or email: horan@purdue.edu ) Applications for this program are due on Jan. 27.

Pancake and sausage brunch is Jan. 29
Hoagland Area Advancement Association will sponsor a Pancake and Sausage Brunch Sunday, Jan. 29 from 9 a.m. to 1 pm. at the Hoagland Pavilion.

The menu will include fresh whole hog sausage, all-you-can-eat pancakes and a drink. Cost is $6 for adults, $3.50 for children ages six through 12 and free for children age five and younger. Carry-outs and bulk fresh pork purchases will be available.

For more information call Todd Hockemeyer at 260-639-3891 or log onto: www.hoaglandin.com.

Bluffton Boosters to sponsor Italian dinner on Feb. 4
Members of the Bluffton Athletic Boosters with be host an Italian chicken dinner Saturday, Feb 4 before the Hall of Fame Basketball game.

The meal will be served from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.. Tickets are $8 and are available from any athlete or at Daniel’s Jewelers.

Today’s Weather Picture by Paige Schweiterman, Bluffton-Harrison Elementary

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River Terrace offers income tax filing seminar Jan. 25
Honegger-Ringger will present information on filing 2011 income taxes at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 25, at River Terrace Estates in the I.L. dining room. Lunch will be provided. The event is free, but reservations are required by calling 260-824-8940.

Club calendar

Wednesday, Jan. 18

• O.D.O. Club — Corner Depot; 6:30 p.m.
• Kitco Retirees — Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.

Thursday, Jan. 19

• Wells County Master Gardeners — Community Building at the 4-H Park; 7 p.m. Bill Horan, Extension Educator, will speak and show slides of his recent trip to Costa Rica. The Master Gardener meetings are open to the public and no reservation is necessary.
• Bluffton Lions Club — Corner Depot; noon.

Saturday, Jan. 21

River Terrace Estates — Art Beer playing accordian and Esther plays guitar and sings; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, Jan. 22

• River Terrace Estates — Rick Shane singing; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.

Monday, Jan. 23

• Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild — Social Corner at Swiss Village in Berne; 7 p.m. There will be a review of personal goals for 2011 and opportunity to write new goals for 2012. Bring blocks and other pieces for the Opportunity Quilt so it can be determined how many more are needed. Show and Tell starting with the Row Robins. Call Carol Malone at 260-223-1403, Gail Kuhn at 260-589-2845 or Vivian Lemmon at 260-692-6227.
• Genetic Syndrome Group — Parkwood Church of God, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Topic: Advanced Genetic Technology. Call 492-2181 for more information.

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Deadline Jan. 31 for senior dinner
New Hope Lutheran Church will again host its quarterly senior citizens’ dinner for anyone in the community age 55 or older, on Thursday, Feb. 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the fellowship hall.

Ed Higgins will perform, and Jody Heaston, a naturalist, will return.

A freewill offering dinner will be served by the ladies of New Hope. RSVP 622-7954 by Jan. 31.

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AC Pizza Supper fundraiser Jan. 20
Members of the Adams Central Classroom Teachers' Association will sponsor a pizza supper before the Adams Central/Bluffton High School boys' basketball game Friday, Jan. 20, in the Adams Central cafetorium from 5 to 7 p.m. A la carte menu items will be pizza from Pizza Hut as well as salad, desserts and beverages. Proceeds from the supper will be used to fund scholarships for Adams Central seniors who are planning to major in education.

Master Gardener Classes forming soon
A new Master Gardener class is forming soon. The classes are taught by extension educators from several counties, possibly professors from the Horticulture Department at Purdue, and "seasoned" Master Gardeners.

For more information on how to register and the content of the upcoming classes, please contact Bill Horan at the Wells County Purdue Extension Office 824-6412.

Mad Ants game night Feb. 12
Bluffton/Wells County Night at the Mad Ants game will be Sunday, Feb. 12 at 5 p.m. at the Coliseum in Fort Wayne.

Children who participated in the Pee Wee Basketball League can attend for free. Parent tickets are $7.50 each. Clinic is from 2 to 3 p.m. Those wanting to attend must call 824-6069 by Feb. 6 for the discount ticket offer.

Club calendar

Thursday, Jan. 12

• Bee Happy Quilt Club — Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Chris Williams will give a lesson on fancy coasters. Show and tell. Public welcome. Call 824-1463.

Saturday, Jan. 14

• Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One — V.F.W. Post 857, 2202 W. Main Street, Fort Wayne; 10 a.m. Lunch follows. Spouses and friends welcome.
• NE Indiana Seizure Disorder/Epilepsy Support Group — Aboite Public Library 5639 Coventry Rd. Fort Wayne; 10 a.m.-noon. Seizure Training is also available free of charge. For more information call Carol Carmella: 260-355-9061 or carol.carmella@yahoo.com.
• River Terrace Estates — Ed Higgins; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, Jan. 15

• River Terrace Estates — Dong Wong and Family playing piano; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.

Monday, Jan. 16

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

Tuesday, Jan. 17

• Chester Nightclubbers — Kentucky Fried Chicken; noon.

Wednesday, Jan. 18

• O.D.O. Club — Corner Depot; 6:30 p.m.

Club Calendar

Saturday, Jan. 7

• River Terrace Estates — Jeff Higginbottom playing guitar and singing; 9:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, Jan. 8

• River Terrace Estates — Tim Mann, inspirational speaker; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.

Creative Arts Council Events

IN THE BALENTINE GALLERY
FOCUS ON PHOTOS 2012—Jan. 9 to Feb. 17. First entry free and each artist allowed up to four additional entries at $5 each. Last call for photos as all entries due in the Balentine Gallery by 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 5. Artist reception and of winners will be held on Sunday, Jan. 8, 2 to 4 p.m.
SCHOOL OF BALLET
Classes now in session.
Lyrical classes will begin on Friday, Feb. 17. Two classes will be offered: ages 5-10 years old from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. and ages 11 and up from 4:30 to 6:15 p.m. The fee for this six-week course is $50 for CAC members and $55 for non-members. Class sizes are limited, so be sure to contact the office to register.
Click on to www.wellscocreativearts.com for more information.

EVENTS
SERIES ON THE OUABACHE — "A Perfectly Tropical Getaway (or a reasonable facsimile thereof)," Friday, Jan. 20, 7 p.m. Buffet and Beach and Beer with Island Vibe Band straight from the beaches of Fort Wayne. Cost is $10 per person. Reservations needed.

Club calendar

Saturday, Dec. 31

• River Terrace Estates — Nick Huffman playing the piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
• River Terrace Estates — Ted Chemey playing the violin; 6:30 p.m. in ALD.

Sunday, Jan. 1

• River Terrace Estates — Chet Baumgartner and Psalms 100 quartet singing; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
• River Terrace Estates — Life Church members singing; 1 p.m.

Club Calendar

Saturday, Dec. 24

• River Terrace Estates — John Sipes and family singing; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, Dec. 25

• River Terrace Estates — Chester and Carol Longenberger and family playing piano and singing; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.

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Scrapbook Club meets 2nd and 4th Mondays
Bring scrapbook supplies to the City Hall Building every second and fourth Monday of the month starting in January.

Cost is $3 per visit and equipment can be shared during this time.

Call 824-6069 to register. Dates are Jan 9, 23 Feb 13, 27, March 12, 26, April 9, 23, May 14, 28.

Crochet classes set
Crochet classes will be taught by Kathy Gehrett on Monday Jan. 13, 20 and 27th from 3 to 4 p.m. on the second floor of the City Hall building.

Cost for three hours of group lessons is $10 due the first day. Yarn and instructions will be provided. Those attending will need to bring their own size H-hook.

Call the park office to pre-register at 824-6069. Class size is limited and open to beginners and advanced students.

Focus on Photos exhibit at CAC Jan. 9-Feb. 17
Area photographers are invited to submit recent work to the Creative Arts Council’s “Focus on Photos” exhibit to be viewable from Jan. 9 to Feb. 17 at the Balentine Gallery at the Arts Commerce & Visitors Centre. Each artist receives one free entry with additional works requiring an entry fee of $5. All entries are due in the gallery on Thursday, Jan. 5, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Work previously shown in a CAC exhibit is not eligible. For more information come to the CAC office during regular hours (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) Monday through Friday.

Professionals may exhibit but are not eligible for prizes. Cash awards will be determined by a panel of professionals for Best of Show, $150; 1st place, $100; 2nd place, $75 and 3rd place, $50.
A reception for the photographers will be held on Sunday, Jan. 8, from 2 to 4 p.m.

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Ossian Psi Iota Xi Cheeseballs available
Members of Ossian Psi Iota Xi still have cheeseballs available for the holidays. They are $6 each and can be purchased at the Ossian Deli or Ossian Hardware. For more information call Emmaline Hinshaw at 824-2005 or Shirley Richardson at 639-6947.

Black Raspberry Pies available for the holidays
Sigma Phi Gamma has once again made black raspberry pies for the Christmas holidays.

Sigma Phi Gamma supports A Friend’s House as well as other local charities and presents a Senior Girl Award to the Bluffton High School Senior Girl who has overcome the most obstacles in her high school career.

Call 824-2229 to order your pies. If no answer, leave a message. Cost is $11 each. There are only 30 left. Limited supply.

Psi Iota Xi offers flower cards and cheese balls
Members of Bluffton's Psi Iota Xi currently have flower cards and cheese balls available for purchase.
Cheese balls are $6.50 each. To purchase a cheese ball please contact Julie Holte 824-5031 or Jane Waters 820-1447.

Flower cards are good for 12 monthly bouquets of flowers at Posy Pot and can be purchased for $25. To purchase flower cards, contact Liz Moser 824-4634 or Jane Waters 820-1447.

Sonlight Wesleyan Church selling cookbooks
Members of the Ladies Ministry of Sonlight Wesleyan Church is selling cookbooks as a fundraiser. Cost is $15. They can be purchased anytime at the church office at 2350 S. State Road 1, Bluffton.

The cookbook contains 500 recipes including appetizers, main dishes, desserts and more.

All proceeds will go to support the various ladies ministries at Sonlight. For more information email Pat Breeding at sonlightwesleyan@yahoo.com or call 260-824-0068.

Zanesville Living Lights display now through Jan. 1
Living Lights, a free celebration of Christmas featuring thousands of lights and synchronized music (88.9-FM on site), is on display now through Jan. 1. Hours are 5:30 to 9 p.m. during the week and 5:30 to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturdays.

The “Cocoa Corner” will serve free cookies and hot chocolate Fridays and Saturdays. For more information email rhayes@onlyinternet.net or call 260-638-9007.

Reach Arts Academy holding registrations today
REACH Arts Academy will hold registrations for Wells County Children's Choir and art classes will be held Monday, Dec. 19, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Bluffton Presbyterian Church.

A $20 registration fee is due at registration. Both Nancy Wagner and Sue Coolman will be there to register students and answer any questions. Questions can be emailed to REACHarts@hotmail.com.

A second registration date will be after Christmas on Tuesday, Dec. 27, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church. For more information call 260-346-9924.

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Letters to Santa now being accepted
Bluffton Parks Department will deliver letters to Santa when you drop them off in the blue Santa’s Mailbox on the front steps of City Hall.

Each child will receive a personalized letter from Santa with a small gift enclosed. No postage needed, just a clearly written return address.

Mailbox is available from Dec. 1 through Dec. 21.

Garage sale at Swiss Village Dec. 16
Swiss Village’s Holiday Garage Sale will be Friday, Dec. 16, in Swiss Village’s auditorium from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Christmas decorations, fabric, clothing, cd’s, dvd’s, books and more will be available for purchase. Proceeds from the sale will go toward funding Swiss Village’s activity department.

For more information contact Swiss Village at 260-589-3173.

Snow exhibit at Balentine Gallery through Jan. 30
Current exhibit at the Balentine Gallery at the Arts, Commerce, & Visitors Centre is titlted “Snow.” It will be viewable through Dec. 30.

All of the works featured contain a representation of snow.

Those having items in the exhibit are Della Coolman, Jason Johnloz, Nancy Wagner, Jeanie Biberstine, Carol Stern, Barbara Barbieri, Kyra Zadylak, Kim Higginbottom, Rosie, Veronica and Esther Higginbottom, Gloria Pike, Karen West Dotty Fry back, Rosemary Pope, JoAnn Record and Mary Ellen McEvoy.

Next exhibit at the CAC will be “Focus on Photos,” Jan. 9-Feb. 17.

Christmas Tree Walk Dec. 16
Swiss Village Retirement Community will host a Christmas Tree Walk Dec. 16 from 6– 8 p.m.

The walk will feature trees decorated by local businesses throughout the hallways of Swiss Village. Christmas cookies and wassail will be available in the main lounge.

Parking is available at the Swiss Village Circle Drive Entrance. Swiss Village is located at 1350 W. Main Street, Berne.

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

Christmas concert Dec. 18
“The 3rd Row Boys” will be performing a Christmas concert at the Ossian Nazarene Church on Sunday, Dec. 18, at 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served immediately following their performance.
For additional information, call 622-7449.

Wells County Christmas Bird Count Dec. 19
The Christmas Bird Count for Wells County will be Monday, Dec. 19 from dawn to dusk.

This is a national count. The Wells count and the Adams Wells Cardinal Bird will help for this census.

Counts are needed from all areas of Wells County. Anyone can participate. Residents can count from their windows or cars. If driving, keep track of how many miles.

Those participating in the count can call the census talley people. They are Ruth Oswalt of Poneto at 694-6487 or Kathy Fuller at 824-4525 or email fulkat@yahoo.com.

Club Calendar

Monday, Dec. 12

• Wells County Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer Support Group--Wells County Council on Aging; 4-5:30 p.m. All men and other interested persons are welcome to attend the meeting. This will be the annual carry-in luncheon.

Wednesday, Dec. 14

• Poplar Grove Home Ec Club — Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m. Christmas dinner.

Thursday, Dec. 15

• Loyal Neighbor's Club — Home of Ruth Fox; 11:30 a.m.
• River Terrace Estates — Bible Study with Chaplain Jerry Qualls; 6:30 p.m. in ALD.

Saturday, Dec. 17

• River Terrace Estates — Art Beer playing the accordian; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
• New Beginning Church members playing guitar and singing; 6:30 p.m. in Healthcare. (Pastor Steve Sutton, Al Grogg, Shawna Hamilton and Neta Niemann).

Sunday, Dec. 18

• River Terrace Estates — Sherri Man and student performing; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.

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Wednesday, Dec. 7

• O.D.O. Club — Christmas party at The Rosewood on Main; 6:30 p.m.
• Bible Study Club — First United Methodist Church; 12:45 to 2 p.m.
• River Terrace — Kole Meyer will bring two German students from Bluffton High School to speak; 9 a.m.

Saturday, Dec. 10

• Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One — Post 857, 2202 W. Main, Fort Wayne; 10 a.m. meeting. Lunch will be served following meeting. All members are urged to attend the Christmas party. For information call Nancy Sink.

What's Up

Letters to Santa now being accepted
Bluffton Parks Department will deliver letters to Santa when you drop them off in the blue Santa’s Mailbox on the front steps of City Hall.

Each child will receive a personalized letter from Santa with a small gift enclosed.

No postage needed, just a clearly written return address. Mailbox is available from Dec 1 through Dec. 21.

City Gym Keys go on sale Dec. 5
The Bluffton Parks Department will begin sales of its 2012 City Gym memberships Monday, Dec. 5. There was no price increase.

Keys can be purchased in the Clerk/Treasurer’s office. The cost for a single Wells County resident is $145, a Wells County Family membership is $175, single memberships for non-Wells County residents are $185, and family memberships for non-wells County residents are $215.

Call Bluffton Parks for more details or for a tour at 824-6069.

Toddler Candy Cane Hunt Dec. 6
Bluffton Parks Department will hold a Toddler Candy Cane Hunt Tuesday, Dec 6, at 11 a.m. in the Bluffton City Gym.

Parks Department Volunteer Celebration planned for Dec. 6
The Bluffton Parks Department invites all of its volunteers to the end-of-the-year celebration Tuesday, Dec 6, at 7 p.m. in City Hall.

The LeBeaus to perform Dec. 9
The LeBeaus will perform a Christmas Dinner Concert Friday, Dec. 9, at 6 p.m. at Christian New Light Fellowship Hall located at 1011 W. Washington Street in Bluffton. Tickets are $12.50 per person and can be purchased at the church or from Dan and Karen Eckelbarger.

The menu will include: chicken breast, homemade mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, salad, homemade pie, dinner roll and drink.

For more information or to order tickets call 260-413-1636 or 260-273-0522.

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Nottingham to present A Christmas Celebration Dec. 2
Members of Nottingham Friends Church will present “A Christmas Celebration” featuring The Singing Friends Friday, Dec. 2, at 7 p.m. The church is located on State Road 1, 11 miles south of Bluffton. For more information call Pastor Mike Jewell at 330-844-1627 or David Stalker at 260-368-9103.

Handel's Messiah to be presented Dec. 3 & 4
Handel’s Messiah will be performed by the 100 voice choir of the Mennonite Choral Society Saturday, Dec. 3, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 4, at 3 p.m. at the First Mennonite Church in Berne, located at the intersection of U.S. 27 and Ind. 218. The performance will be under the direction of Brent Hyman.

On Saturday there will be professional soloists, harpsichord, pipe organ, cello, and timpani accompaniment. The Sunday family-friendly performance will include only the Christmas portion and two additional choruses, the "Hallelujah Chorus" and "Worthy is the Lamb."
Nursery service is provided. A freewill offering will be taken.

Breakfast with Santa Dec. 3 at Ossian UMC
Members of the Norwell High School show choirs will sponsor Breakfast with Santa Saturday, Dec. 3, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Ossian United Methodist Church located at 201 W. Mill Street. Cost is $5 per child. Those age six months and younger are free. Pictures with Santa included.

Live Nativity Dec. 4
Listen to the Wisemen as they deliver gifts to the newborn King born in Bethlehem Sunday, Dec. 4, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. during the Live Nativity in Montpelier at Montpelier Ag Advantage at 240 W. Windsor Street.

Hot apple cider and donut holes will be available. Vehicle parking, including bus parking, is available. The event is provided by the ministry of Southern Wells Community Church.

Library, Altrusa to offer Holiday sing along Dec. 6
Huntington City-Twp. Public Library and the Altrusa Club will sponsor a free, community Holiday Sing Along at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, at the Main Library, 255 West Park Drive, Huntington.

A song leader and accompanist will be on hand and holiday refreshments will be available. No registration is required.

For more information, call the Huntington City-Township Public Library at 260-356-0824.

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Psi Iota Xi offers flower cards and cheese balls
Members of Bluffton's Psi Iota Xi currently have flower cards and cheese balls available for purchase.

Cheese balls are $6.50 each. To purchase a cheese ball please contact Julie Holte 824-5031 or Jane Waters 820-1447.

Flower cards are good for 12 monthly bouquets of flowers at Posy Pot and can be purchased for $25. To purchase flower cards, contact Liz Moser 824-4634 or Jane Waters 820-1447.

Prayers for Slusher Benefit Dec. 2 & 3
A benefit bake sale will be held Dec. 2 and 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 214 N. Wayne Street (old hardware) in Warren for Donnie “Ralph” Slusher. He is the son of Don and Janet Slusher of Warren.

Donnie has been diagnosed with Stage 4 kidney failure and is going into end stage kidney failure.

All proceeds will go to transportation and the addition of a room to his home for home hemodialysis treatments.

Cat spay-neuter clinic Dec. 2
Friends of the Shelter are again sponsoring a low cost spay-neuter clinic for cats only on Dec. 2 at the Bluffton-Wells County Animal Shelter, 1613 West Cherry St. Pre-register by calling 824-6063.

Montpelier Lions Club Breakfast Dec. 3
A Lions Club Breakfast will be held Saturday, Dec. 3, from 7 to 10 a.m. featuring sausage gravy, biscuits, hash browns, juice and coffee. The club is located at the corner of High and Jefferson streets in Montpelier.

Gospel Barn’s dinner concerts Dec. 3 & 4
Two Christmas dinner concerts will be sponsored by the Gospel Barn at the 4-H Community Building in Bluffton on Friday, Dec. 2, and Saturday, Dec. 3.

Both concerts will feature the Browns from LaMar, Iowa. Tickets are $35 per person with reserved seating. For more information or to reserve a ticket call Mike and Karen Todd at 260 827-0362.

Breakfast with Santa Dec. 3 at Ossian UMC
Members of the Norwell High School show choirs will sponsor Breakfast with Santa Saturday, Dec. 3, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Ossian United Methodist Church located at 201 W. Mill Street. Pictures with Santa included!

Breakfast menu will include: biscuits and gravy, hash browns, smoky links, cereal, donuts, Dutch Crunch dessert, coffee, milk and juice.

Club Calendar

Saturday, Nov. 26

• River Terrace Estates — Petroleum Ladies singing; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, Nov. 27

• River Terrace Estates — Jess Higgenbottom and Company; 2:30 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 28

• Swiss Stitchers — Social Corner at Swiss Village in Berne; 7 p.m. Luann Gerig Fulton will be the speaker. Please bring a Christmas fat quarter to exchange. Refreshments will be served. Show and Tell, Row Robins and discussion about the Opportunity Quilt for the 2012 show. As always visitors are welcome. This will be our last meeting for the year.

Tuesday, Nov. 29

• River Terrace Estates — Laura Keller speaking about her experiences in Iraq; 1 p.m., in Chapel.
  

Wednesday, Nov. 30

• River Terrace Estates — Cole Meyer's exchange students from Bluffton High School; 9:30 a.m. in AL.

Club Calendar

Saturday, Nov. 26

• River Terrace Estates — Petroleum Ladies singing; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, Nov. 27

• River Terrace Estates — Jess Higgenbottom and Company; 2:30 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 28

• Swiss Stitchers — Social Corner at Swiss Village in Berne; 7 p.m. Luann Gerig Fulton will be the speaker. Please bring a Christmas fat quarter to exchange. Refreshments will be served. Show and Tell, Row Robins and discussion about the Opportunity Quilt for the 2012 show. As always visitors are welcome. This will be our last meeting for the year.

Tuesday, Nov. 29

• River Terrace Estates — Laura Keller speaking about her experiences in Iraq; 1 p.m., in Chapel.
  

Wednesday, Nov. 30

• River Terrace Estates — Cole Meyer's exchange students from Bluffton High School; 9:30 a.m. in AL.

Club Calendar

Saturday, Nov. 26

• River Terrace Estates — Petroleum Ladies singing; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, Nov. 27

• River Terrace Estates — Jess Higgenbottom and Company; 2:30 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 28

• Swiss Stitchers — Social Corner at Swiss Village in Berne; 7 p.m. Luann Gerig Fulton will be the speaker. Please bring a Christmas fat quarter to exchange. Refreshments will be served. Show and Tell, Row Robins and discussion about the Opportunity Quilt for the 2012 show. As always visitors are welcome. This will be our last meeting for the year.

Tuesday, Nov. 29

• River Terrace Estates — Laura Keller speaking about her experiences in Iraq; 1 p.m., in Chapel.
  

Wednesday, Nov. 30

• River Terrace Estates — Cole Meyer's exchange students from Bluffton High School; 9:30 a.m. in AL.

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Prayers for Slusher Benefit Dec. 2 & 3
A benefit bake sale will be held Dec. 2 and 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 214 N. Wayne Street (old hardware) in Warren for Donnie “Ralph” Slusher. He is the son of Don and Janet Slusher of Warren.

Donnie has been diagnosed with Stage 4 kidney failure and is going into end stage kidney failure.

All proceeds will to to transportation and the addition of a room to his home for home hemodialysis treatments.

Donations are welcome.

Cat spay-neuter clinic Dec. 2
Friends of the Shelter are again sponsoring a low-cost spay-neuter clinic for cats only on Dec. 2 at the Bluffton-Wells County Animal Shelter, 1613 West Cherry St. Pre-register by calling 824-6063.

Club Calendar

Saturday, Nov. 26
River Terrace Estates — Petroleum Ladies and Rev. Greg Andrews Sermonette (Kay Bowers or Martha Paxson); 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, Nov. 27
River Terrace Estates — John Mark Yoder and Family singing; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.

Monday, Nov. 28
Swiss Stitchers — Social Corner at Swiss Village in Berne; 7 p.m. Luann Gerig Fulton will be the speaker. Bring a Christmas fat quarter to exchange. Refreshments will be served. Show and Tell, Row Robins and discussion about the Opportunity Quilt for the 2012 show. This will be the last meeting for the year.

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FW Ballet’s ‘Nutcracker’ lists dates
Tickets are now on sale for the Fort Wayne Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” to be presented at the Arts United Center in Fort Wayne. There will be 8 p.m. performances on Dec. 2, 3, 9 & 10; 2:30 performances on Dec. 3, 4, 10 & 11 and a 7 p.m. on Dec. 6. The Dec. 2 and 3 performances at 8 p.m. will be with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic. Sugar Plum parties are available for $8 per person. Tickets start at $28 for adults, $23 for seniors, $18 for youth and $13 for children. To arrange for tickets call 260-484-9646.

Sheep and Goat Seminars Nov. 30 and Dec. 7
Learn more about goat production through a series of webinars sponsored by Purdue University Extension Service, Kentucky State University and the University of Kentucky.

This is a two-hour long, two-part series that will focus on kidding care and birthing in does and ewes, feeding, management, marketing and economic projection issues in raising goats. The seminars will be held Nov. 30 and Dec. 7 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Blackford County Courthouse Annex at 119 N. High Street, Hartford City. To reserve a spot by Nov. 23 call 765-348-3213 or log onto www.ag.purdue.edu/counties/blackford.

CTS Christmas Party Dec. 3
The CTS Christmas Party will be held Saturday, Dec. 3, at 11 a.m. at Back-40 Junction in Decatur. A $10 gift exchange is optional. Call 824-4991 or 824-5237 for reservations.

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Church open mic night Nov. 20
Ossian Church of the Nazarene Church, 302 N. Metts St., will present a church open mic night Sunday, Nov. 20, at 6 p.m. It is a night of worship where entertainers will share the microphone for an evening of blended worship. Call the church office at 260-622-7449 for more information or to be included on the list of entertainers.

Model Toy Train Show Nov. 26
A model toy train show will be held at Frecker Arena at 620 W. Lincoln Highway (930) in New Haven Saturday, Nov. 26, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is $4 for adults and free for children age 12 and younger. For more information call 260-692-2445 or 260-692-2446 or email dbauman@hotmail.com.

Free banquet at C&C Bible Nov. 29 and Dec. 1
The public can attend a free banquet Tuesday, Nov. 29, or Thursday, Dec. 1, at 6:30 p.m. at C & C Bible Fellowship, located at 4383S. 150E., Berne. To make a reservation, call 260-589-9022.

South Adams Middle School students honor local veterans

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

"Respect, respect," were the words calling a silent hush over the audience of energetic middle school students in the South Adams Middle School who had come to remember Veteran's Day on Friday morning.

Several local veterans were lined in front of the students who recited the Pledge of Allegiance and placed their hands on their chest in response to the playing of the "Star Spangled Banner," sung by the South Adams High School choir.

Veterans attending the service included Glen Beavers, John Flueckiger, Cliff Zurcher, Jeff Brown, Dave Henderson, Dean Hall, Don Brandt, Bob Ralston, John Price, Ron Bollenbacher and Les Wagner.

"Today is a very special day," said middle school principal Jeff Rich to students gathered for the service. "This is the day when we honor and salute all who have worn military uniforms with honor and distinction. We are here to honor them and all of the two million vets throughout the United States."

‘I served’ brings pride, satisfaction

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Although military service to the nation is the central honor commemorated on Veterans' Day, the guest speaker at Adams Central's annual observance on Friday spoke to students about engaging in any type of public service as a higher calling of citizenship.

Retired U.S. Navy lieutenant-commander Cameron Collier of Decatur, a graduate of AC and the naval academy, told a large audience, primarily students, "What makes one able to say he or she lived a life full of pride and satisfaction? Being able to say, 'I served.'

"What does it mean to be a servant? Doesn't this mean giving of ourselves, our time, our money, our talents, our energy, and perhaps even our lives?

Project ‘nailed’ at AC

Decatur Daily Democrat:

"We nailed it!"

"The stars aligned and it was not by accident."

Those comments, first by Adams Central school board member Steve Maller, then by AC Superintendent Mike Pettibone, were typical of the commendations at Sunday's dedication and open house at the $10 million addition to and renovation of the AC building in Monroe.

More than 150 people attended the ceremony, held in what's called Main St.: the new entry and exit area on the north side of the building. Others visited the school for tours during the two and a half-hour event.

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FW Ballet’s ‘Nutcracker’ lists dates
Tickets are now on sale for the Fort Wayne Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” to be presented at the Arts United Center in Fort Wayne.

There will be 8 p.m. performances on Dec. 2, 3, 9 & 10; 2:30 performances on Dec. 3, 4, 10 & 11 and a 7 p.m. on Dec. 6. The Dec. 2 and 3 performances at 8 p.m. will be with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic. Sugar Plum parties are available for $8 per person.

Tickets start at $28 for adults, $23 for seniors, $18 for youth and $13 for children. To arrange for tickets call 260-484-9646.

Model Toy Train Show Nov. 26
A Model Toy Train Show will be held at Frecker Arena at 620 W. Lincoln Highway (930) in New Haven Saturday, Nov. 26, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Admission is $4 for adults and free for children ages 12 and younger.

The public is welcome to attend the event to learn about model railroading, various guage and brands and to visit dealers and experts.

For more information call 260-692-2445 or 260-692-2446 or email: dbauman@hotmail.com.

Free banquet at C&C Bible Nov. 29 & Dec. 1
The public can attend a free banquet Tuesday, Nov. 29 or Thursday, Dec. 1 at 6:30 p.m. at C & C Bible Fellowship, located at 4383S. 150E., Berne. To make a reservation, call 260-589-9022.

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Harvest Dinner & Bazaar Nov. 19
Ossian United Methodist Church, 201 W. Mill Street, Ossian, annual harvest dinner and bazaar will be held Saturday, Nov. 19, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Dinner features baked steak or ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable, cranberry salad or applesauce, pie or cake, and drink. Cost is $8 for adults, $5 for children 10 and under, and free for children 4 and younger.

Presale tickets are available by calling, 622-4326 or at the church office Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Carry-out also will be available.

Border Wars at NMS Nov. 10
The NMS Crusader Parent Organization will sponsor Border Wars to be held Thursday, Nov. 10, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Norwell Middle School gym. Admission is $1 per person. The fundraiser will be “The Game of the Decade” between the Middle School Mavericks and the High School Heat.

There will also be a sneak peek of the high school basketball teams and an introduction of the middle school basketball teams. Also featured will be members of the high school and middle school cheerleaders.

Students have been voting at school on a teacher who will receive a pie in the face that night and a teacher who has the best legs.

Prizes, concessions and $1 games will be available. Proceeds will go toward the purchase of 15 Kindles to be used at the school.

Open Heaven Gathering Nov. 12
An Open Heaven Gathering will be held Saturday, Nov. 12 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Jericho Building at 1935 N. Main Street, Bluffton. It will be hosted by Siloam Apostolic Resource Center.
The morning session is entitled “Divine Healing and Strategic Prayer."

The afternoon session will cover Open Heaven teaching and prophetic ministry.

Bereavement Education Program Nov. 15
The next free bereavement education pProgram will be held Tuesday, Nov. 15, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home at 5910 Homestead Road, Fort Wayne.

Bonnie Davis, MSW and Lili Carroll, MS, will present the program titled “Holidays and Special Days.”

For more information call 260-435-3222.

Zanesville Lions Rummage Sale Nov. 17-19
Zanesville Lions and friends will sponsor a rummage sale Nov. 17, 18 and 19 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Zanesville Lions Ballpark at 3088 W. Van Horn Street, Zanesville.

Food will be available in the clubhouse during the sale. All proceeds will be used for the park. Donated items need to be turned in by Nov. 16.

For more information call 260-638-4327.

FW Headwaters Park skate rink opens Nov. 18
Fort Wayne’s Headwaters Park Skating Rink will open for the 9th season on Friday, Nov. 18.

On the opening evening the Fort Wayne Ice Skating Club will present a program at 7 p.m., to be followed by public skating.

Cost to skate will be $3 for children, $5 for adults and $2 for skate rental. Every Wednesday between Nov. 30 and Feb. 21, there will be free skating for children.

Rink hours are 1 to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday; noon to 10 p.m. on Friday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday and noon to 8 p.m. on Sunday.

There will be extended holiday hours and the rink will be closed on Christmas Day. The season will conclude on Feb. 26.

Christian artists offering holiday entertainment & meal on Nov. 18
More than 20 performing Christian artists will present “Offerings: Celebrating the Master Artist” on Friday, Nov. 18, at 6:30 p.m. at the Central Church in Fort Wayne.

A 4-course dinner will begin the evening that will showcase performers including Nancy Honeytree, all for One drama ministry, MimeTime, the Doug Hood Band and the dancers from the River Dance Company.

Cost is $15, which includes dinner and the entertainment. To arrange for a ticket call 260-490-7020. Seating is limited and reservations are suggested. The Central Church is located at exit #25 off of I-469 at St. Rd. 37. More information at www.RiverDanceCompany.org.

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Free gospel concert Nov. 13
The Lesters will be appearing at the Ossian Church of Nazarene at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 13. The public is welcome to attend. Movies will be provided for small children. Often called St. Louis’ “first family of gospel music”, the Lesters have been singing gospel music for four generations and have numerous albums and CDs. A freewill offering for The Lesters will be taken. Call 622-7449 for additional information.

Concerto/Aria competition Nov. 19
The Marion Philharmonic Orchestra Friends are announcing the 22nd annual Concerto/Aria competition to be held on Saturday, Nov. 19, in the Butz-Carruth Recital Hall on the campus of Taylor University.

High school and collegiate divisions are sponsored, with the winner in each division receiving $250 and a performance with the Marion Philharmonic Orchestra at a regularly scheduled concert.

Candidates are required to play a movement from the standard repertoire that has orchestral accompaniment. Memorization is not required. Candidates must furnish their own accompanists. For more information call the MPO office at 765-662-0012.

Cake-decorating class Nov. 10
Join Jeanne Ploetz at the Creative Arts Center Thursday, Nov. 10, at 7 p.m. to learn the art of cake decorating. The cost for the class is $6, which includes all supplies and a small decorated cake to take home. There will also be a cake-decorating door prize. Call the office at 260-824-5222 or email creativeartscouncil@gmail.com to register.

Fish Fry Nov. 11 at Fort Wayne
Members of Fort Wayne Maennerchor/Damenchor will sponsor a fish fry Friday, Nov. 11, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at 3355 Elmhurst Drive, Fort Wayne. Cost is $8 for adults and $5 for children ages 12 and younger.

Dinner includes breaded pollock, scalloped potatoes, coleslaw, applesauce and a variety of cakes. Pork Tenderloins also available. All you can eat, including sides and dessert. Future dates include: Jan. 13, 2012, Feb. 10, 2012, March 9, 2012, April 13, 2012 and May 11, 2012.

For more information call Carol Mauch at 260-459-2225, email mauchart@aol.com or log onto www.fortwaynemaennerchor.us.

Kiwanis ham and bean dinner Nov. 11
The Kiwanis of Montpelier will sponsor a ham and bean and cornbread dinner Friday, Nov. 11, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Montpelier Community Room. Freewill donations will be accepted. Proceeds will go to Kiwanis projects.

Holiday craft bazaar at Heritage Pointe Nov. 11
Heritage Pointe of Warren will sponsor its annual holiday craft bazaar Friday, Nov. 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Fults Recreation Room of Heritage Pointe.

Available will be holiday decor, decorated sweatshirts, children's items, baked goods, cheese balls, homemade candy, and more. Parking will be available in front of the building, and directions will be posted to get to the recreation room. For more information call Treva at 260-375-2436 or email candylandfamily2007@hotmail.com.

Souper Missions supper Nov. 12
Members of Park United Brethren Church will sponsor a Souper Missions Supper Saturday, Nov. 12 at 5 p.m. The church is located at 617 S. Bennett Street. Those attending should enter the side door in the alley.

Dinner will include several types of soup, hot dogs, chips, cake, beverage. A free will donation will be accepted during the event.

Proceeds will go to the church Home Mission Fund. For more information go to: parkub.blogspot.com or call 260-273-8171.

Holiday Bazaar Nov. 12 in Bluffton
A Holiday Bazaar involving at least 19 local vendors will be held Saturday, Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Rosewood on Main in Bluffton. Vendors will be on hand to sell women's items, baby items, food items, home goods, and more.

A portion of the proceeds benefit Lifesong For Orphans (www.lifesongfororphans.org).
Name: Vanessa Stoller

For more information call 260-849-0929.

Holiday Home & Craft Show Nov. 13
A Holiday Home and Craft Show will be held Sunday, Nov. 13 from noon to 5 p.m. at the 4-H Park Community Center at 1240 4-H Park Road, Bluffton. Holiday gift ideas for everyone! For more information contact: Deb Carson: 260-824-9219, 260-273-7950 or doodlebug_63@yahoo.com. (Pd. Advt. )

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Salamonie Lake seniors lunch, Nov. 7:
Salamonie Lake will hold a seniors lunch Monday, Nov. 7, at 12:30 p.m. in its Interpretive Center.

Individuals over age 50 are invited to meet Dwight Ericsson and learn about Chief Richardville.

Ericsson is a 35-year resident of Huntington and an active volunteer with the Historic Forks of the Wabash. He will present “Chief Richardville, A Man for His Time, and the Times of the Man.”

Pasta and meatballs will be provided by Upper Wabash Interpretive Services (UWIS). Seniors should bring a dish to pass, their own table services and a $1 donation to help with the cost of the provided meat dish.

To help determine the correct amount of pasta and meatballs, those interested should register by calling UWIS, (260) 468-2127, or visiting the interpretive center.

The center is in Lost Bridge West Recreation Area, Highway 105, in western Huntington County. Upper Wabash Interpretive Services is at 3691 S. New Holland Road, Andrews, 46702.

Steampunk Event for teens Nov. 10
The Wells County Public Library invites all area teens ages 12-18 to a Steampunk event, Nov. 10, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. to celebrate the genre of science fiction and fantasy books and movies.

Attendees will get a chance to watch the movie “Around the World in 80 Days” with Jackie Chan, decorate Steampunk top hats, and eat Victorian/Steampunk food. Steampunk fiction will be on display to check out. Feel free to dress in costume.

Veterans and soldiers invited to breakfast Nov. 11 at NMS
Military veterans and those currently serving are invited to the annual Veterans Day breakfast at Norwell Middle School at 6:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 11.

Breakfast will be followed by a program in the Norwell High School gym to honor local veterans. Veterans should enter through Door #36 (NMS pool and gym entrance) and sign in.

Contact Jody Gates at 543-2218 ext. 6004. Leave a message with name and phone number or email jodyg308@gmail.com by Nov. 7 to reserve your seat.

This program is co-sponsored by Norwell Middle School and Norwell High School student councils.

Holiday Bazaar and Book Fair at Swiss Village Nov. 11 & 12
The staff and residents of Swiss Village Retirement Community will sponsor the annual Holiday Bazaar Friday, Nov. 11, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 12, from 9 a.m. to noon. The public is welcome.

A variety of handmade holiday items such as Christmas decorations, ceramics, and fall items will be on display in the Boutique and Social Corner at Swiss Village, located at 1350 West Main Street in Berne.

For a nominal fee, a light lunch will be served on Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Swiss Village will also host a holiday book fair by Books Are Fun, Friday, Nov. 11 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Auditorium.

Purchases made at the Fair will allow Books Are Fun to donate books to the Kinder Haus Day Care Library. Parking will be available in the circle drive at the main entrance. For more information call Michelle McIntosh at (260) 589-3173.

Club calendar

Saturday, Nov. 5

• River Terrace Estates — Ed Higgins playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, Nov. 6

• River Terrace Estates — Aschliman family from Life Church; 1 p.m. in ALD.

Tuesday, Nov. 8

• Homemaker's Club — Corner Depot Restaurant; 11:30 a.m.

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Mincemeat available
Old-fashioned mincemeat is available from Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Cost is $8 per quart. Call Delores at 622-6084 for more information.

Huntington Library looking for volunteers
The Huntington County Literacy Coalition be hosting a fall tutor training session on three consecutive Tuesday evenings, Nov. 1, 8, and 15, from 5:30 p.m. to  7:45 p.m.  The training will take place at the Huntington City-Township Public Library (meeting room), 255 West Park Drive, Huntington. Participants must attend all four sessions and are encouraged to bring a brown-bag dinner.

The Huntington County Literacy Coalition provides free one-to-one tutoring for adults and children in Huntington County.  Training and materials are provided for those willing to commit to one year of volunteer tutoring.  Call Hallie Selig at 356-0824 to reserve a seat for the training.

Harvest Dinner & Bazaar Nov. 19
Ossian United Methodist Church, 201 W. Mill Street, Ossian, annual harvest dinner and bazaar will be held Saturday, Nov. 19, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner includes baked steak or ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable, cranberry salad or applesauce, pie or cake, and drink. Cost is $8 for adults, $5 for children 10 and under, and free for children 4 and younger.  Presale tickets are available by stopping by or calling, 622-4326, the church office Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Carry-out also will be available.

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Fish and Chicken fundraiser Nov. 5 at Boehmer
Boehmer United Methodist Church will sponsor an all-you-can-eat fish and chicken supper Saturday, Nov. 5, from 4:30 to 7 p.m.

The meat will be prepared by County Line Concessions (Back Door Concessions). Freewill donations will be used for outreach mission projects. The church is located at 3467S. 600W, Liberty Center.

Lions Club Breakfast Nov. 5The Montpelier Lions Club will sponsor a sausage gravy and biscuit breakfast Saturday, Nov. 5, from 7 to 10 a.m. at the club located at the corner of High and Jefferson streets. The meal will include sausage gravy and biscuits, hash browns, juice and coffee.

Christian New Light Church flea market Nov. 5
A flea market fundraiser will be held at Christian New Light Church Annex Saturday, Nov. 5, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 1225 W. Washington Street. (Old Columbian School). Lunch will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information call Rose at 260-827-0748.
 

A Celebration of Faith and Joy performance Nov. 5  & 6
The Wells Community Choir, under the direction of Arlene Stoller, will present the 10th annual concert of hymns and anthems in “A Celebration of Faith and Joy!" Saturday, Nov. 5, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 6, at 3 p.m. at the First Baptist Church at 202 W. Cherry Street, Bluffton. (One block west of Bluffton Regional Medical Center). The event is free; however, a free will offering will be taken.
 

Noodle Dinner Nov. 6 in Montpelier
The Montpelier Lions Club will sponsor a noodle dinner Sunday, Nov. 6, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lions Club located at the corner of High and Jefferson streets.

Available will be chicken or beef and noodles and all the trimmings. Carry-out is available. A free will donation will be accepted.

Farm Bureau banquet RSVP by Nov. 6
The Wells County Farm Bureau will hold its District 4 Fall Achievement Banquet Tuesday, Nov. 15, at 6:30 p.m. at Taylor University Commons area. Reservations are due by Sunday, Nov. 6, by calling Patty Baker at 260-622-4180.
 

Knight-Bergman Benefit Luncheon Nov. 6
The Knight-Bergman Center Board of Directors will sponsor a fundraiser luncheon Sunday, Nov. 6, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The menu will feature baked steak or chicken, potatoes/gravy, green beans, salads, rolls and desserts. Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for children ages five to 12 and free for children under age five. Proceeds from the event will go toward upkeep of the building. The board is looking for money to update the heating system, change the old locker rooms into more handicap accessible rest rooms and to upgrade the entire electrical system.
 

Free senior program Nov. 7 at Body Solutions
Are you 60 or over? Do you ever wonder what you should do if attacked? Would you be interested in learning what to do in such a situation? Jim Paxson will present a Senior Self-Defense program. Monday, Nov. 7 at 9:30 a.m. at Body Solutions at 627 N. Main Street, Bluffton,  He will speak about the unique challenges older adults may face when protecting themselves against a personal attack, and what options are available to them. This lecture is open to the public and free of charge to any person age 60 and over. Light refreshments will be served.
 

Unity concert Nov. 6
The public is invited to a gospel concert at the Ossian Church of the Nazarene on Sunday, Nov. 6, at 6 p.m. Featured will be the Unity Quartet.
 

Book discussion of “Room” at the Library Nov. 9
Come talk about this year’s One Book, One County community read title. The program will conclude Wednesday, Nov. 9, with a book discussion during the Brown Bag Book Club from noon to 1 p.m. at the main library. Feel free to bring your lunch and enjoy the lively discussion.

The One Book, One County community read program was held throughout the months of September and October at the Wells County Public Library. This year’s book selection, "Room," by Emma Donoghue.

The One Book, One County program is presented with financial support from the Friends of the Library.