Senior Luncheon June 24
A Senior Luncheon will be held at the South Adams Senior Center Wednesday, June 24 at noon.
The menu will include ham, baked potato, corn, roll and butter, assorted pies, lemonade and coffee. The meal will be catered by Norm's Preble Gardens. Entertainment by dj's.
June birthdays and anniversaries will be acknowledged. Door prizes will be given away. The cost is $5 per person. Please call the Senior Center at 589-8877 to sign up. Reservations are due by Monday, June 22.
Win $100 in library video contest
Create a great video promoting the Wells County Public Library and your entry could win a $100 gift card from Best Buy or a certificate from a local restaurant. Open to adults and teens ages 12 and up with a valid library card.
The top five winners will be shown on the library’s big screen on Friday, July 10 beginning at 5 p.m.
It’s important to read the complete set of rules online at www.wellscolibrary.org/rules.html. Entry is free! Questions after reading the rules? Call 260-824-1612.
JeffFest June 28
JeFFFest food vendors announced JeFFFest, sponsored by the LaFontaine Arts Council and Four Corners Custom Framing, June 28 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the center block of Jefferson Street in downtown Huntington. There will be artwork offered for silent auction, music by Eric Clancy and food from area vendors.
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Wells Co. Council on Aging
Office Hours Monday through Friday are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 2008
2009 Senior Discount Cards are available at the Wells County Council on Aging. Cards are $7 each or $8 laminated. Many local vendors participate in this senior discount program.
For transportation to any of the events listed below please call WOW! Wells on Wheels Public Transportation at 824-4WOW or 824-4969.
Monday through Friday
11:30 a.m. — Nutrition Program at Capri II Sponsored by Aging & In-Home Services of NE Indiana. Those age 60 and over are free will donation. Under age 60 meals are $5.25. Menus available at Council on Aging. Contact the Nutrition Site 24 hours in advance between 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 824-2260.
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.—Pathways, Wells County Senior Citizen Activities Guide may be picked up at the Wells County Council on Aging, 225 W. Water Street. This will also be available at the Senior Citizen Expo May 7th.
Friday, June 19
1-4:30 p.m.—Pool: 8 Ball at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. For more information call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
1-4:30 p.m.—Cards: All kinds at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. For more information call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
Wednesday, June 24
10 a.m.-Noon—Bluffton parks Department, City Hall on second floor. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. For more information call 824-6069.
2009 Senior Discount Cards are available at the Wells County Council on Aging. Cards are $7 each or $8 laminated. Many local vendors participate in this senior discount program.
For transportation to any of the events listed below please call WOW! Wells on Wheels Public Transportation at 824-4WOW or 824-4969.
Monday through Friday
11:30 a.m. — Nutrition Program at Capri II Sponsored by Aging & In-Home Services of NE Indiana. Those age 60 and over are free will donation. Under age 60 meals are $5.25. Menus available at Council on Aging. Contact the Nutrition Site 24 hours in advance between 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 824-2260.
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.—Pathways, Wells County Senior Citizen Activities Guide may be picked up at the Wells County Council on Aging, 225 W. Water Street. This will also be available at the Senior Citizen Expo May 7th.
Friday, June 19
1-4:30 p.m.—Pool: 8 Ball at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. For more information call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
1-4:30 p.m.—Cards: All kinds at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. For more information call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
Wednesday, June 24
10 a.m.-Noon—Bluffton parks Department, City Hall on second floor. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. For more information call 824-6069.
What's Up
CampIn Fun, June 24 & 25
CampIn Fun, a program designed for youth ages two through five, will be held Wednesday, June 24 and Thursday, June 25 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Salamonie Interpretive Center During the program children and their parent or caregiver will enjoy activities focused around hiking and camping activities. There is a $2 fee per child. Property entrance fee will be waived that day for attendees. For more information call 260-468-2127 or log onto: www.dnr.IN.gov/uwis.
Yard Decorating Contest
Ossian Revitalization Committee is encouraging residents to enter our second annual July 4th Yard Decorating Contest. Judging will be done on June 26 and winners will be announced at the community wide “Celebration” on June 30 at Ossian Health Care. Entry blanks are available at Ossian Town Hall and the Brew Ha!
Moscow Covered Bridge Festival , June 26-28
The 24th annual Moscow Covered Bridge Festival will be held June 26-28 at 6352W., 650S. in Rushville.
There will be arts in the garden, a large flea market, crafts, anqitues, food concessions, trolley and pony rides and observe the rebuilding of the 330 foot bridge that was destroyed in 2008 by a tornado. From Indianapolis take 74 East to 244 East (Exit 119). Go approximately seven miles to 650W. Turn south to Moscow.For more information call 765-629-2892 or log onto: www.moscowfestivalin.org.
Jason Shriner Reunion June 28
The 68th annual Jason Shriner Reunion will be held Sunday, June 28 at the Markle Scout Cabin with a carry-in dinner at 12:30 p.m. Come and share family memories, photographs, music and more!
CampIn Fun, a program designed for youth ages two through five, will be held Wednesday, June 24 and Thursday, June 25 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Salamonie Interpretive Center During the program children and their parent or caregiver will enjoy activities focused around hiking and camping activities. There is a $2 fee per child. Property entrance fee will be waived that day for attendees. For more information call 260-468-2127 or log onto: www.dnr.IN.gov/uwis.
Yard Decorating Contest
Ossian Revitalization Committee is encouraging residents to enter our second annual July 4th Yard Decorating Contest. Judging will be done on June 26 and winners will be announced at the community wide “Celebration” on June 30 at Ossian Health Care. Entry blanks are available at Ossian Town Hall and the Brew Ha!
Moscow Covered Bridge Festival , June 26-28
The 24th annual Moscow Covered Bridge Festival will be held June 26-28 at 6352W., 650S. in Rushville.
There will be arts in the garden, a large flea market, crafts, anqitues, food concessions, trolley and pony rides and observe the rebuilding of the 330 foot bridge that was destroyed in 2008 by a tornado. From Indianapolis take 74 East to 244 East (Exit 119). Go approximately seven miles to 650W. Turn south to Moscow.For more information call 765-629-2892 or log onto: www.moscowfestivalin.org.
Jason Shriner Reunion June 28
The 68th annual Jason Shriner Reunion will be held Sunday, June 28 at the Markle Scout Cabin with a carry-in dinner at 12:30 p.m. Come and share family memories, photographs, music and more!
Club Calendar
Saturday, June 20
River Terrace Estates--Rachel Tungate & Friends singing in ALD; 9:30 a.m.
Sunday, June 21
River Terrace Estates--Joe Thomas playing piano; in Healthcare; 2:30 p.m.
Monday, June 22
Genetic Syndrome Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. 260-749-6379. Open to all parents/caregivers.
Sigma Phi Gamma Social--Wells County Public Library Meeting Room; 7:00 p.m.
Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild--Social Corner at Swiss Village in Berne; 7 p.m. Karen from Edwards Sewing Center will give a demonstration on sewing machine care and maintenance. Bring books, gadgets, fat quarters that you would like to donate to Swiss Days Quilt Show for door prizes. Call 260-589-2714.
River Terrace Estates--Rachel Tungate & Friends singing in ALD; 9:30 a.m.
Sunday, June 21
River Terrace Estates--Joe Thomas playing piano; in Healthcare; 2:30 p.m.
Monday, June 22
Genetic Syndrome Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. 260-749-6379. Open to all parents/caregivers.
Sigma Phi Gamma Social--Wells County Public Library Meeting Room; 7:00 p.m.
Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild--Social Corner at Swiss Village in Berne; 7 p.m. Karen from Edwards Sewing Center will give a demonstration on sewing machine care and maintenance. Bring books, gadgets, fat quarters that you would like to donate to Swiss Days Quilt Show for door prizes. Call 260-589-2714.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Cool stuff for you to do: What's Up!
Take reading
outdoors tonight
“Take Reading Outside” will be held tonight, June 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wells County Public Library. Jody Heaston, nature speaker and wildlife landscaping consultant, will engage in a lively pursuit of outdoor creativity. Each child will receive a free mini journal. Kids should be accompanied by an adult. Contact the library at 260-824-1612 or go online at www.wellscolibrary.org.
Ossian Town Wide Garage Sales
June 20
The fourth annual Town Wide Garage Sale and Sidewalk Sale will be held in Ossian, Saturday, June 20 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Receive list of garage sale locations and area map at local businesses. Ossian is located 15 miles south of Fort Wayne on Highway One. For more information log onto: www.ossianin.com.
Outdoor cooking classes June 20
The 2009 Cooking Classes and Cook-off will be held on each of the Wabash Reservoirs. Sign up for the property of your choice: J. Edward Roush, June 20; Mississinewa Lake July 11; Salamonie Lake, Aug. 1.
First place winners of each property will compete in the Oct. 24 Champion Cook-Off at J. Edward Roush Lake. The event is open to campers and one-day visitors.
The Cook-Off will be held in the same program area from 2 to 5:30 p.m. All participants/teams need to pay a $10 entrant fee per property; supply all food ingredients, cooking utensils, charcoal and start and use Dutch ovens. All foods are to be prepared on program site. Judging will take place at 6 p.m. with prizes awarded afterwards. Each property's first place team will earn a Dutch oven. Call 260-468-2127 or log onto: www.dnr.IN.gov/uwis.
Wine Tasting
fundraiser June 20
The Jay County Humane Society will sponsor a Wine Tasting event June 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Bearcreek Farms in Bryant. Proceeds will help keep the local animal shelter open. Tickets are $25 for a single or $40 per couple. There will be food to compliment the wine. For those who want a full dinner consider going a little early and eating at their dining room.
Call 260-726-8596 or 800-995-1913 or Alexander@RaymondJames.com.
outdoors tonight
“Take Reading Outside” will be held tonight, June 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wells County Public Library. Jody Heaston, nature speaker and wildlife landscaping consultant, will engage in a lively pursuit of outdoor creativity. Each child will receive a free mini journal. Kids should be accompanied by an adult. Contact the library at 260-824-1612 or go online at www.wellscolibrary.org.
Ossian Town Wide Garage Sales
June 20
The fourth annual Town Wide Garage Sale and Sidewalk Sale will be held in Ossian, Saturday, June 20 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Receive list of garage sale locations and area map at local businesses. Ossian is located 15 miles south of Fort Wayne on Highway One. For more information log onto: www.ossianin.com.
Outdoor cooking classes June 20
The 2009 Cooking Classes and Cook-off will be held on each of the Wabash Reservoirs. Sign up for the property of your choice: J. Edward Roush, June 20; Mississinewa Lake July 11; Salamonie Lake, Aug. 1.
First place winners of each property will compete in the Oct. 24 Champion Cook-Off at J. Edward Roush Lake. The event is open to campers and one-day visitors.
The Cook-Off will be held in the same program area from 2 to 5:30 p.m. All participants/teams need to pay a $10 entrant fee per property; supply all food ingredients, cooking utensils, charcoal and start and use Dutch ovens. All foods are to be prepared on program site. Judging will take place at 6 p.m. with prizes awarded afterwards. Each property's first place team will earn a Dutch oven. Call 260-468-2127 or log onto: www.dnr.IN.gov/uwis.
Wine Tasting
fundraiser June 20
The Jay County Humane Society will sponsor a Wine Tasting event June 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Bearcreek Farms in Bryant. Proceeds will help keep the local animal shelter open. Tickets are $25 for a single or $40 per couple. There will be food to compliment the wine. For those who want a full dinner consider going a little early and eating at their dining room.
Call 260-726-8596 or 800-995-1913 or Alexander@RaymondJames.com.
Club Calendar
Wednesday, June 17
Chester Nightclubbers--home of Pat Mounsey; 11:30 a.m.
Kitco Retirees--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
O.D.O. Club--Senior Villas--7 p.m.
Chester Nightclubbers--home of Pat Mounsey; 11:30 a.m.
Kitco Retirees--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
O.D.O. Club--Senior Villas--7 p.m.
Instrumentalists Needed!!
“The Sound of Music” will be performed during the 2009 Swiss Days festival. Those sponsoring the event are looking for instrumentalists to participate in the event.
Residents of Berne and the surrounding area compose the cast that will be performing “The Sound of Music.” Accompanying the very talented cast will be an orchestra under the direction of Dan Jones from Celina, Ohio.
Enjoy playing an instrument and want to take part in “The Sound of Music?” Contact the Berne Chamber of Commerce at 260-589-8080. Brass, woodwind, and percussion players are needed for the orchestra of this musical production.
To participate call the Berne Chamber of Commerce by Friday, June 19 to sign-up to participate.
Performances will take place Friday, July 24 at 7 p.m., Saturday, July 25 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, July 26 at 3 p.m.
Residents of Berne and the surrounding area compose the cast that will be performing “The Sound of Music.” Accompanying the very talented cast will be an orchestra under the direction of Dan Jones from Celina, Ohio.
Enjoy playing an instrument and want to take part in “The Sound of Music?” Contact the Berne Chamber of Commerce at 260-589-8080. Brass, woodwind, and percussion players are needed for the orchestra of this musical production.
To participate call the Berne Chamber of Commerce by Friday, June 19 to sign-up to participate.
Performances will take place Friday, July 24 at 7 p.m., Saturday, July 25 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, July 26 at 3 p.m.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Club Calender
Tuesday, June 16
Bluffton Lions Club--Corner Depot; 6:15 p.m.
Wednesday, June 17
Chester Nightclubbers--home of Pat Mounsey; 11:30 a.m.
Kitco Retirees--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Saturday, June 20
River Terrace Estates--Rachel Tungate & Friends singing in ALD; 9:30 a.m.
Sunday, June 21
River Terrace Estates--Joe Thomas playing piano; in Healthcare; 2:30 p.m.
Every Wednesday
10 a.m.-Noon — Bluffton Parks Department, City Hall on second floor. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. For information, call Bluffton Parks and Recreation at 824-6069.
The Kiwanis of Greater Bluffton Club meets at noon every Wednesday at TimberRidge Golf Course for lunch and a brief meeting. For more information call Jon Brown at 824-4095.
Bluffton Lions Club--Corner Depot; 6:15 p.m.
Wednesday, June 17
Chester Nightclubbers--home of Pat Mounsey; 11:30 a.m.
Kitco Retirees--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Saturday, June 20
River Terrace Estates--Rachel Tungate & Friends singing in ALD; 9:30 a.m.
Sunday, June 21
River Terrace Estates--Joe Thomas playing piano; in Healthcare; 2:30 p.m.
Every Wednesday
10 a.m.-Noon — Bluffton Parks Department, City Hall on second floor. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. For information, call Bluffton Parks and Recreation at 824-6069.
The Kiwanis of Greater Bluffton Club meets at noon every Wednesday at TimberRidge Golf Course for lunch and a brief meeting. For more information call Jon Brown at 824-4095.
Creative Arts Council Programs
Visit the Creative Arts Council’s Balentine Gallery at the Arts, Commerce & Visitors Centre, 211 West Water Street, Bluffton, Indiana 46714. (260)-824-5222 or wellscocreativearts.com Find event & membership information, view exhibits, purchase tickets, take classes, or volunteer.
Hours: Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, June 21, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. or by arrangement.
IN THE BALENTINE GALLERY
Images of Native Americans: The Wanamaker Collection of Indiana University, a touring exhibit from Indiana University’s Mathers Museum, in coordination with the PBS documentary, “We Shall Remain.” Special evening program on Native American Art on Tuesday, June 23, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., free admission to gallery and presentation.
Opening reception and artist’s talk with Glenda Jones on Friday, July 17, 6 to 8 p.m. for her exhibit of Caribbean paintings to hang from July 26 to Aug. 30.
SCHOOL OF BALLET
BALLET CAMP—July 20-24. Two sessions daily instructed by Jeni Meeks: for new students from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., $35 and refresher for currently enrolled students at 10:30 to noon, $45.
FALL CLASSES—will begin in September. Registrations welcome! Ask for a registration packet to be mailed in August.
EVENTS.
OUTDOOR SUMMER SHOWCASE—Register an art project (full size garbage can) for the Outdoor Summer Showcase, $2, at the CAC.
SPECIAL PROGRAM—Thursday, June 23, 6:30 p.m., with Amanda Martin of the Fort Wayne Museum of Art talking about “Adorned Cultures: The Art of the Midwestern Native People,” free at the CAC.
PATRIOTIC POPS CONCERT—Thursday, June 25, Ouabache State Park, 7 p.m., free. (Park entrance fee applies.)
KEHOE CONCERTS—Sundays from July 12 through Aug. 30, 7 p.m., free, JBG’s Ice Cream available for purchase. Spike and the Bulldogs will get the new season rolling and rocking on July 12. On July 26 the Eight Days a Week, a Beatles Tribute Band will play at 7 p.m., free.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
PRIVATE ART LESSONS—Enroll now for private art lessons with Katie Vanderkolk for an hour a week during June and July..
SUMMER ARTS ACADEMY—June 22-26, Norwell High School. Discover the art world! $87, now enrolling.
DRAWING CAMP—Aug. 3-7, 11 a.m. to noon for ages 7, 8 & 9 or 1 to 2 p.m. for ages 10, 11 & 12+. Work with edges, spaces, relationships. lights & shadows, Gestalt.
BATIK—June 29, July 1-2, kids classes 1 to 3 p.m. and adults 6 to 8 p.m., also July 20, 22, 23 at same times with instructor Katie Vanderkolk.
GROUPS
CAC BOARD OF DIRECTORS—Monday, June 15, 5:15 p.m., Carolyn Coleman, president.
READERS CIRCLE —Tuesday, June 16, noon to 1:30 p.m., discussing Steinbeck’s “East of Eden” with Billy Kreigh.
ARTISTS IN ACTION—Fridays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by arrangement in Studio B.
WELLS WRITERS—no meetings in June— visit their new blog http://www.cacwww.wordpress.com Contact Davina at (260) 824-5222 or cac@parlorcity.com
CULINARY ARTISTS—Thursday, June 18, meet at noon at the CAC to carpool to tour the New Huntington Theatre and eat at the Brick House Grill in downtown Huntington, $3. Register by June 16.
MARK THE DATE
May 30 was the art council’s 35th anniversary! Send wishes and gifts to 211 Water St., Bluffton, IN 46714 or write memories to artinfo@adamswells.com to be posted on the CAC website.
Hours: Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, June 21, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. or by arrangement.
IN THE BALENTINE GALLERY
Images of Native Americans: The Wanamaker Collection of Indiana University, a touring exhibit from Indiana University’s Mathers Museum, in coordination with the PBS documentary, “We Shall Remain.” Special evening program on Native American Art on Tuesday, June 23, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., free admission to gallery and presentation.
Opening reception and artist’s talk with Glenda Jones on Friday, July 17, 6 to 8 p.m. for her exhibit of Caribbean paintings to hang from July 26 to Aug. 30.
SCHOOL OF BALLET
BALLET CAMP—July 20-24. Two sessions daily instructed by Jeni Meeks: for new students from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., $35 and refresher for currently enrolled students at 10:30 to noon, $45.
FALL CLASSES—will begin in September. Registrations welcome! Ask for a registration packet to be mailed in August.
EVENTS.
OUTDOOR SUMMER SHOWCASE—Register an art project (full size garbage can) for the Outdoor Summer Showcase, $2, at the CAC.
SPECIAL PROGRAM—Thursday, June 23, 6:30 p.m., with Amanda Martin of the Fort Wayne Museum of Art talking about “Adorned Cultures: The Art of the Midwestern Native People,” free at the CAC.
PATRIOTIC POPS CONCERT—Thursday, June 25, Ouabache State Park, 7 p.m., free. (Park entrance fee applies.)
KEHOE CONCERTS—Sundays from July 12 through Aug. 30, 7 p.m., free, JBG’s Ice Cream available for purchase. Spike and the Bulldogs will get the new season rolling and rocking on July 12. On July 26 the Eight Days a Week, a Beatles Tribute Band will play at 7 p.m., free.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
PRIVATE ART LESSONS—Enroll now for private art lessons with Katie Vanderkolk for an hour a week during June and July..
SUMMER ARTS ACADEMY—June 22-26, Norwell High School. Discover the art world! $87, now enrolling.
DRAWING CAMP—Aug. 3-7, 11 a.m. to noon for ages 7, 8 & 9 or 1 to 2 p.m. for ages 10, 11 & 12+. Work with edges, spaces, relationships. lights & shadows, Gestalt.
BATIK—June 29, July 1-2, kids classes 1 to 3 p.m. and adults 6 to 8 p.m., also July 20, 22, 23 at same times with instructor Katie Vanderkolk.
GROUPS
CAC BOARD OF DIRECTORS—Monday, June 15, 5:15 p.m., Carolyn Coleman, president.
READERS CIRCLE —Tuesday, June 16, noon to 1:30 p.m., discussing Steinbeck’s “East of Eden” with Billy Kreigh.
ARTISTS IN ACTION—Fridays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by arrangement in Studio B.
WELLS WRITERS—no meetings in June— visit their new blog http://www.cacwww.wordpress.com Contact Davina at (260) 824-5222 or cac@parlorcity.com
CULINARY ARTISTS—Thursday, June 18, meet at noon at the CAC to carpool to tour the New Huntington Theatre and eat at the Brick House Grill in downtown Huntington, $3. Register by June 16.
MARK THE DATE
May 30 was the art council’s 35th anniversary! Send wishes and gifts to 211 Water St., Bluffton, IN 46714 or write memories to artinfo@adamswells.com to be posted on the CAC website.
Ouabache State Park
Office Phone: 824-0926
4930 E. SR 201, Bluffton
Ouabacheinterp@dnr.IN.gov
Ouabache's interpretive programs are family oriented. Parents and children are encouraged to attend activities together. An adult should accompany children under the age of 10. In the case of inclement weather, all hikes and programs on the pool lawn will meet at the Campview Shelter. Schedule subject to change.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17
1:45 p.m. - Box Craft. Meet on the pool lawn to join Naturalist Kate in creating a box turtle of your very own to take home. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
7:30 p.m. - Life With Ice. Glaciers made a lasting impact on Northern Indiana. Learn more about the ice age in Indiana at the Trails End Shelter.
THURSDAY, JUNE 18
1:45 p.m. - Terrific Trees. Do you know how important trees are to life on the planet? Find out during the pool's safety check on the pool lawn. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
7:30 p.m. - Life in the CCC. The CCC created Ouabache State Park, as well as many other parks in Indiana. Learn about life in the CCC by meeting at Rustic Oak Shelter.
FRIDAY, JUNE 19
1:45 p.m. - Native American Story. Get ready for the Rendezvous on the Ouabache by listening to a Native American story during the pool's safety check on the pool lawn. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
8:00 p.m. - Covered Wagon Conversation. The Rendezvous reenactors will take you back in time. Learn from these knowledgeable individuals about this important time in the expansion of the United States. Meet in the field across from the Fire Tower. Bring a chair and bug spray.
SATURDAY, JUNE 20
9:30 a.m. - Native Americans and the Bison. Meet at the small shelter in front of the Wildlife Exhibit to learn about bison and their importance to Native Americans.
11-11:30 a.m. - Hoosier Quest. Connect! Discover! Explore! Learn more about the patch program at the Boat House. After a brief introduction, we'll break up into groups to start working on the requirements. Scouts and other groups are you interested in earning a patch? See the Naturalist to learn about the Hoosier Pathfinder program.
1:45 - Pool Break Tug of War. Join Naturalist Kate on the pool lawn for a favorite frontier game - tug of war! Prizes for the winners! Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
7:30 p.m. - Dolls of the Frontier. Toys on the frontier were often homemade. Learn about dolls and their history, and then learn how to create your own doll by meeting at the small shelter in front of the Wildlife Exhibit to hear and learn more about medicinal plants.
SUNDAY, JUNE 21
9:30 a.m. - Worship Services. Join us at Campview Shelter for an inspirational service in the beauty of nature.
11-11:30 a.m. - Hoosier Quest. See Saturday for details.
1:00 p.m. - Medical Plants. There was no ibuprofen on frontier; instead you had to know what plants made good medicines. Meet at the small shelter in front of the Wildlife Exhibit to hear and learn more about medicinal plants.
COMING SOON!
July 4: Natural Beauty Art Show. Artists, if you are interested in showing or selling your artwork during the show, contact the Interpretive Naturalist.
July 18: Outdoor Cooking Demonstration - pre-register now! $5 program fee.
4930 E. SR 201, Bluffton
Ouabacheinterp@dnr.IN.gov
Ouabache's interpretive programs are family oriented. Parents and children are encouraged to attend activities together. An adult should accompany children under the age of 10. In the case of inclement weather, all hikes and programs on the pool lawn will meet at the Campview Shelter. Schedule subject to change.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17
1:45 p.m. - Box Craft. Meet on the pool lawn to join Naturalist Kate in creating a box turtle of your very own to take home. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
7:30 p.m. - Life With Ice. Glaciers made a lasting impact on Northern Indiana. Learn more about the ice age in Indiana at the Trails End Shelter.
THURSDAY, JUNE 18
1:45 p.m. - Terrific Trees. Do you know how important trees are to life on the planet? Find out during the pool's safety check on the pool lawn. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
7:30 p.m. - Life in the CCC. The CCC created Ouabache State Park, as well as many other parks in Indiana. Learn about life in the CCC by meeting at Rustic Oak Shelter.
FRIDAY, JUNE 19
1:45 p.m. - Native American Story. Get ready for the Rendezvous on the Ouabache by listening to a Native American story during the pool's safety check on the pool lawn. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
8:00 p.m. - Covered Wagon Conversation. The Rendezvous reenactors will take you back in time. Learn from these knowledgeable individuals about this important time in the expansion of the United States. Meet in the field across from the Fire Tower. Bring a chair and bug spray.
SATURDAY, JUNE 20
9:30 a.m. - Native Americans and the Bison. Meet at the small shelter in front of the Wildlife Exhibit to learn about bison and their importance to Native Americans.
11-11:30 a.m. - Hoosier Quest. Connect! Discover! Explore! Learn more about the patch program at the Boat House. After a brief introduction, we'll break up into groups to start working on the requirements. Scouts and other groups are you interested in earning a patch? See the Naturalist to learn about the Hoosier Pathfinder program.
1:45 - Pool Break Tug of War. Join Naturalist Kate on the pool lawn for a favorite frontier game - tug of war! Prizes for the winners! Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
7:30 p.m. - Dolls of the Frontier. Toys on the frontier were often homemade. Learn about dolls and their history, and then learn how to create your own doll by meeting at the small shelter in front of the Wildlife Exhibit to hear and learn more about medicinal plants.
SUNDAY, JUNE 21
9:30 a.m. - Worship Services. Join us at Campview Shelter for an inspirational service in the beauty of nature.
11-11:30 a.m. - Hoosier Quest. See Saturday for details.
1:00 p.m. - Medical Plants. There was no ibuprofen on frontier; instead you had to know what plants made good medicines. Meet at the small shelter in front of the Wildlife Exhibit to hear and learn more about medicinal plants.
COMING SOON!
July 4: Natural Beauty Art Show. Artists, if you are interested in showing or selling your artwork during the show, contact the Interpretive Naturalist.
July 18: Outdoor Cooking Demonstration - pre-register now! $5 program fee.
Friday, June 12, 2009
Carnes Cousins
Members of Carnes Cousins met for breakfast Wednesday, May 27 at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton. Those attending were: Doris Shadle, Martha Harris, Pat Carnes, Wilbur Shadle, Susie Shadle, Irene Dawson, Betty Grimm and Marceil Harris.
What IS Up?
St. Mark’s Father’s Day Carry-Out Pork Chop Dinner June 21
St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 16933 Thiele Rd., Fort Wayne, will sponsor a Carry-Out Only Pork Chop Dinner on Sunday, June 21, with pick up from 10 a.m. to 11:30 at the Church gym. A pork chop, baked potato, bread, and applesauce will be $7. Order tickets at 260-622-9073.
St. Aloysius to
celebrate 150th anniversary
June 20-21
St. Aloysius Church will celebrate its 150th anniversary on June 20-21 with several events.
On Saturday, a polka and square dance, featuring the music of Die Freudemacher German band, will be held from 7-10 p.m. in the activity center. Families are invited. A freewill donation will be accepted. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase.
After the dance, the parish will sponsor a bonfire and burn the mortgage to the building addition.
On Sunday, the 11 a.m. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop John M. D’Arcy. He will dedicate and anoint a new altar, which was built by parishioners. The interior of the church has also been redecorated and painted through the volunteer efforts of the parishioners. After Mass, children’s games and beef barbecue will be available from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
St. Aloysius is located on State Road 1, just south of Interstate 469, exit 6. For information, visit www.saintaloysiuscatholicchurch.org.
Bearcreek Farms Day June 25
The South Adams Senior Center will sponsor a Bearcreek Farms Day Thursday, June 25.
Meet at Bearcreek Farms at 11:30 a.m. Seating for lunch is at noon. The package includes the buffet meal, dessert, drink,tax, tip, and the 2 p.m. show “Branson on the Road”. Regular price is $25. Special Senior Center price is $20. Sign up and pay at the South Adams Senior Center, 825 Hendricks St., Berne, In. 46711. Call 260-589-8877 to sign up or send check and reservations before Monday, June 22. Come and join us for a fun day at Bearcreek!
Sew a Seam for Charity June 25-27
During the Original Creative Festival at Sharonville Convention Center June 25 through June 27 a LoveQuilt™ Connection charity event will be held where show attendees sit and sew a seam for charity. The group will be using the 6-Hour Quilt by Kaye Wood, author and hostess of TV's Kaye's Quilting Friends.
The idea behind the event is people will sit and sew some steps on the quilts which are then donated to local charities such at Ronald McDonald House, children's hospitals, Operation Linus, Wounded Warriors, VA hospitals, fire departments and police departments.
For more information log onto: www.cdmshows.com or call 1-800-473-9464.
Celina Garage Sale June 25-30
A six day garage sale, sponsored by the Mercer County Council on Aging, will be held June 25 through June 30 at the Senior Citizen Center in Celina.
For more information call 419-586-1644.
St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 16933 Thiele Rd., Fort Wayne, will sponsor a Carry-Out Only Pork Chop Dinner on Sunday, June 21, with pick up from 10 a.m. to 11:30 at the Church gym. A pork chop, baked potato, bread, and applesauce will be $7. Order tickets at 260-622-9073.
St. Aloysius to
celebrate 150th anniversary
June 20-21
St. Aloysius Church will celebrate its 150th anniversary on June 20-21 with several events.
On Saturday, a polka and square dance, featuring the music of Die Freudemacher German band, will be held from 7-10 p.m. in the activity center. Families are invited. A freewill donation will be accepted. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase.
After the dance, the parish will sponsor a bonfire and burn the mortgage to the building addition.
On Sunday, the 11 a.m. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop John M. D’Arcy. He will dedicate and anoint a new altar, which was built by parishioners. The interior of the church has also been redecorated and painted through the volunteer efforts of the parishioners. After Mass, children’s games and beef barbecue will be available from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
St. Aloysius is located on State Road 1, just south of Interstate 469, exit 6. For information, visit www.saintaloysiuscatholicchurch.org.
Bearcreek Farms Day June 25
The South Adams Senior Center will sponsor a Bearcreek Farms Day Thursday, June 25.
Meet at Bearcreek Farms at 11:30 a.m. Seating for lunch is at noon. The package includes the buffet meal, dessert, drink,tax, tip, and the 2 p.m. show “Branson on the Road”. Regular price is $25. Special Senior Center price is $20. Sign up and pay at the South Adams Senior Center, 825 Hendricks St., Berne, In. 46711. Call 260-589-8877 to sign up or send check and reservations before Monday, June 22. Come and join us for a fun day at Bearcreek!
Sew a Seam for Charity June 25-27
During the Original Creative Festival at Sharonville Convention Center June 25 through June 27 a LoveQuilt™ Connection charity event will be held where show attendees sit and sew a seam for charity. The group will be using the 6-Hour Quilt by Kaye Wood, author and hostess of TV's Kaye's Quilting Friends.
The idea behind the event is people will sit and sew some steps on the quilts which are then donated to local charities such at Ronald McDonald House, children's hospitals, Operation Linus, Wounded Warriors, VA hospitals, fire departments and police departments.
For more information log onto: www.cdmshows.com or call 1-800-473-9464.
Celina Garage Sale June 25-30
A six day garage sale, sponsored by the Mercer County Council on Aging, will be held June 25 through June 30 at the Senior Citizen Center in Celina.
For more information call 419-586-1644.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
What's Up!
Elks Port-a-Pit Chicken fundraiser
June 13
The Bluffton Elks Lodge will sponsor a Port-a-Pit fundraiser Saturday, June 13 until 2 p.m. at the Lowe's parking lot in Bluffton.
Sold will be pork chops, ribs and chicken.
Tickets can be purchased by calling 824-2824 after 3 p.m. or stopping by the lodge.
Proceeds will go toward scholarships for next year. The group gave $7,000 to seven graduating seniors in May.
Dad's Ride to Crush Cancer June 20
Dad's Ride to Crush Cancer will be held Saturday, June 20 at Hier's Park in Huntington.
The event is being held to honor the memory of Darnell Vanover, a U.S. Army veteran who lost his battle with cancer Dec. 1, 2008.
Cost is $10 per person. Registration will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. A rider's meeting will be held at 12:45 p.m.
Kickstands will be up at 1 p.m.
All proceeds will benefit a local veteran battling a life threatening illness.
A handmade quilt will be raffled at the end of the ride. Refreshments will be available during the event.
For more information call Curt at 260-525-9566 or Lori at 260-224-0825.
Blackford County 4-H Fair
June 20-27
The Blackford County 4-H Fair will be held June 20 through June 27 at Hartford City.
There will be a carnival, merchant's tent, concerts and more.
The parade will be held Monday, June 22 at 6 p.m. A car and motorcycle show will be held June 24 with registration from 4 to 6 p.m. Spike and the Bulldogs will be in concert at 8 p.m. on June 24.
A Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus Lip Sync and Karaoke Contest will be held June 25 at 8 p.m. with a $5 entry fee.
For more information call 765-348-3213.
June 13
The Bluffton Elks Lodge will sponsor a Port-a-Pit fundraiser Saturday, June 13 until 2 p.m. at the Lowe's parking lot in Bluffton.
Sold will be pork chops, ribs and chicken.
Tickets can be purchased by calling 824-2824 after 3 p.m. or stopping by the lodge.
Proceeds will go toward scholarships for next year. The group gave $7,000 to seven graduating seniors in May.
Dad's Ride to Crush Cancer June 20
Dad's Ride to Crush Cancer will be held Saturday, June 20 at Hier's Park in Huntington.
The event is being held to honor the memory of Darnell Vanover, a U.S. Army veteran who lost his battle with cancer Dec. 1, 2008.
Cost is $10 per person. Registration will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. A rider's meeting will be held at 12:45 p.m.
Kickstands will be up at 1 p.m.
All proceeds will benefit a local veteran battling a life threatening illness.
A handmade quilt will be raffled at the end of the ride. Refreshments will be available during the event.
For more information call Curt at 260-525-9566 or Lori at 260-224-0825.
Blackford County 4-H Fair
June 20-27
The Blackford County 4-H Fair will be held June 20 through June 27 at Hartford City.
There will be a carnival, merchant's tent, concerts and more.
The parade will be held Monday, June 22 at 6 p.m. A car and motorcycle show will be held June 24 with registration from 4 to 6 p.m. Spike and the Bulldogs will be in concert at 8 p.m. on June 24.
A Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus Lip Sync and Karaoke Contest will be held June 25 at 8 p.m. with a $5 entry fee.
For more information call 765-348-3213.
Club Calendar
Thursday, June 11
Six Mile Women United--Home of Judy Lynch; 7 p.m.
Bee Happy Quilters--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m.
Saturday, June 13
Korean War Veterans Assoc., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82, 3501 Harris Road, Fort Wayne; 7 a.m. social hour; 9 a.m. meeting.
River Terrace Estates--Fred Sprunger will be singing in Healthcare; 1:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 14
River Terrace Estates--Doyle and Donna Brown “Big Band” in ALD; 2:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 16
Bluffton Lions Club--Corner Depot; 6:15 p.m.
Wednesday, June 17
Chester Nightclubbers--home of Pat Mounsey; 11:30 a.m.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
Six Mile Women United--Home of Judy Lynch; 7 p.m.
Bee Happy Quilters--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m.
Saturday, June 13
Korean War Veterans Assoc., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82, 3501 Harris Road, Fort Wayne; 7 a.m. social hour; 9 a.m. meeting.
River Terrace Estates--Fred Sprunger will be singing in Healthcare; 1:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 14
River Terrace Estates--Doyle and Donna Brown “Big Band” in ALD; 2:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 16
Bluffton Lions Club--Corner Depot; 6:15 p.m.
Wednesday, June 17
Chester Nightclubbers--home of Pat Mounsey; 11:30 a.m.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
Wells Community Theater presents "Godspell"
The cast of “Godspell” is in its final few days of rehearsals for this weekend’s Wells Community Theater production.
The show will be presented at the Life Center at 8 p.m. Friday, June 12; at 3 and 8 p.m. Saturday, June 13; and at 3 p.m. Sunday, June 14.
Loosely based on the Gospels of Matthew and the parables of Jesus, “Godspell” was created by John-Michael Tebelak as a college project in 1970. It was an immediate sensation. It was rescored by Stephen Schwartz (who also wrote the Broadway shows “Pippin” and “Wicked”), the musical moved to off-Broadway in 1971 and hit Broadway in 1976.
“Godspell” remains one of the most popular rock musicals of all time.”
The cast of about 40 includes area actors, singers and dancers of all ages.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Best Dad Ever?
Hey kids:
Do you draw? Do you draw pictures of your dad?
Do you draw pictures of your dad you'd like to share with the News-Banner?
All children between the ages of 4 and 11 are welcome to enter our "Draw Your Dad Contest."
We'll publish some of the entries on June 19. All entries received by June 16 will be eligible to win McDonald's gift certificates! Look for the entry form in Wednesday's News-Banner.
Do you draw? Do you draw pictures of your dad?
Do you draw pictures of your dad you'd like to share with the News-Banner?
All children between the ages of 4 and 11 are welcome to enter our "Draw Your Dad Contest."
We'll publish some of the entries on June 19. All entries received by June 16 will be eligible to win McDonald's gift certificates! Look for the entry form in Wednesday's News-Banner.
Council on Aging agenda of events
Office Hours Monday through Friday are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 2008
2009 Senior Discount Cards are available at the Wells County Council on Aging. Cards are $7 each or $8 laminated. Many local vendors participate in this senior discount program.
For transportation to any of the events listed below please call WOW! Wells on Wheels Public Transporation at 824-4WOW or 824-4969.
Monday through Friday
11:30 a.m. — Nutrition Program at Capri II Sponsored by Aging & In-Home Services of NE Indiana. Those age 60 and over are free will donation. Under age 60 meals are $5.25. Menus available at Council on Aging. Contact the Nutrition Site 24 hours in advance between 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 824-2260.
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.—Pathways, Wells County Senior Citizen Activities Guide may be picked up at the Wells County Council on Aging, 225 W. Water Street. This will also be available at the Senior Citizen Expo May 7th.
Friday, June 12
1-4:30 p.m.—Pool: 8 Ball at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. Call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
1-4:30 p.m.—Cards: All kinds at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. Call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
Wednesday, June 17
10 a.m.-Noon—Bluffton parks Department, City Hall on second floor. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. For information call 824-6069.
2009 Senior Discount Cards are available at the Wells County Council on Aging. Cards are $7 each or $8 laminated. Many local vendors participate in this senior discount program.
For transportation to any of the events listed below please call WOW! Wells on Wheels Public Transporation at 824-4WOW or 824-4969.
Monday through Friday
11:30 a.m. — Nutrition Program at Capri II Sponsored by Aging & In-Home Services of NE Indiana. Those age 60 and over are free will donation. Under age 60 meals are $5.25. Menus available at Council on Aging. Contact the Nutrition Site 24 hours in advance between 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 824-2260.
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.—Pathways, Wells County Senior Citizen Activities Guide may be picked up at the Wells County Council on Aging, 225 W. Water Street. This will also be available at the Senior Citizen Expo May 7th.
Friday, June 12
1-4:30 p.m.—Pool: 8 Ball at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. Call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
1-4:30 p.m.—Cards: All kinds at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. Call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
Wednesday, June 17
10 a.m.-Noon—Bluffton parks Department, City Hall on second floor. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. For information call 824-6069.
Club Calendar
Thursday, June 11
Six Mile Women United--Home of Judy Lynch; 7 p.m.
Bee Happy Quilters--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Lesson: Batting quilt presented by Susan Lambert. Public welcome. For information call 824-1463.
Six Mile Women United--Home of Judy Lynch; 7 p.m.
Bee Happy Quilters--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Lesson: Batting quilt presented by Susan Lambert. Public welcome. For information call 824-1463.
What's Up Wells County
Free computer
classes for Adults at the Library
Become friends with your computer in a fun, non-threatening atmosphere at the Wells County Public Library. Classes are free but you must register. Sign up for one or all.
Beginning Internet: Learn to search the internet on Thursday, June 11 at 11 a.m. You MUST be able to comfortably use a mouse to get the most out of this class.
Intermediate internet — Take online searching a step further, discover interesting sites (travel, cooking, games, etc) on Friday, June 12 at 11 a.m. You MUST be able to use the mouse comfortably to get the most out of this class.
For more information or to register for a class, contact the Wells County Public Library at 260-824-1612 or go online at www.wellscolibrary.org
Dean and Phyllis Cassiday off to New York City
Dean and Phyllis Cassiday of Liberty Center will be in New York City this weekend to watch their daughter, Becky Foster of Casper, Wyo., perform with a musical group at Lincoln Center.
While there the couple will be on the deck of the aircraft carrier Intrepid for the filming of the Early Show.
Casper is a Southern Wells graduate.
Holiness Camp going on now at Monroe
The Adams County Holiness Camp is going on at 7 p.m. each evening now through June 14 at the campground on Keller Street in Monroe. On Sunday the service will be at 6 p.m.
Evangelist is Rev. Mark Avery of Kansas City, Kan. Song evangelists will be the Daniel Edwards family of Winchester. For more information call John Myers at 260-525-1997.
Jamfest @ The King's Place June 13
Calling musicians, singers, poets... and appreciative listeners to Jamfest at The King's Place, 118 W. Market Street, Bluffton, Saturday, June 13 at 6:30 p.m. Casey Fritts will be featured this month and will perform for 30 minutes throughout the evening.
Performers will get 10 minutes, more later if time permits. Performers are asked to be considerate that this is a family friendly event.
Food available at the King's Place counter, from a special Jamfest menu.
For more information look on Facebook by the name of Jamfest @ The King's Place or jamfestkingsplace@gmail.com.
Soup 'n Sandwich lunch June 13
The Monroe United Brethren Women’s Missionary Fellowship will sponsor a Soup ‘n Sandwich Lunch Saturday, June 13, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the church fellowship hall. The church is located at 205 S. Adams Street, Monroe.
Lunch will consist of chili, chicken noodle and bean soup; sloppy jo’s, hot dogs and chili dogs; homemade pies and cakes; chips and drinks.
All proceeds go for mission projects and for sending kids to church camp. Also, maps for the community garage sales taking place that day will be available at the church.
Lions Club Karmel Korn fundraiser June 13
Members of the Lions Club of Bluffton will be selling Karmel Korn by Lowell Tillman Saturday, June 13 at the east end of the WalMart parking lot in Bluffton from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds will go to Lions Club service projects.
Free kids lunch June 16 at Life
A free lunch for kids will be served Tuesday June 16 from 11 am to noon at Life Community Church located at 428 S. Oak Street, Bluffton.
The lunch will consist of hotdogs, chips, cookies and a drink. Lunch will be served outside of the Life building on the Oak Street side entrance.
Take reading
outdoors June 16
Bring the kids to a reading scavenger hunt and explore nature activities in “Take Reading Outside” Tuesday, June 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wells County Public Library.
Families with children of all ages will join Jody Heaston, nature speaker and wildlife landscaping consultant, in a lively pursuit of outdoor creativity. Each child will receive a free mini journal.
Kids should be accompanied by an adult. For more information, contact the library at 260-824-1612 or go online at www.wellscolibrary.org.
Wells County 4-H fundraiser June 17
On Wednesday, June 17 Pizza Hut in Bluffton will host a fundraiser for scholarships for the Wells County 4-H Foundation from 11 a.m. to closing. Ten percent of the sales will be presented to the Wells County 4-H Foundation for scholarships.
Any item purchased during the day, June 17, will apply to the fundraiser. It is valid for dine-in, carryout or delivery orders.
4-H members and parents have free “Fundraiser Tickets” available to the public to attend the event. They are available at Wells County Extension Office and various Bluffton and Ossian businesses.
Boys & Girls Garage Sale June 19 & 20
The Boys & Girls Club will sponsor a garage sale in their gym June 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and June 20 from 8 a.m. to noon. All proceeds go toward the operational campaign 2009. Available will be brand new t-shirts, clothing, decorations, and more.
Park Rendezvous June 19-21
Visitors can step back in time to the pre-1840s during Ouabache State Park's Rendezvous on the Ouabache, June 19-21.
This is a living history weekend aimed at educating visitors about an important period in the history and expansion of the United States.
For more information about the interpretive services, the Rendezvous or becoming involved with interpretive and cultural events at Ouabache State Park, contact the interpretive naturalist at (260) 824-0926 or OuabacheInterp@dnr.IN.gov.
Forgotten Children International Benefit Golf Outing June 20
The fifth annual Forgotten Children International benefit golf outing will be held Saturday, June 20 at Timber Ridge Golf Course.
There will be a 7:30 a.m. shotgun start. Registration will begin at 6:45 a.m. Cost is $65 and includes golf, cart and lunch.
For a small donation teams may obtain raffle tickets for prizes, mulligans and an extra player on the par 3 holes.
There will be prizes for long drives (Seniors, Women, Men) and closest to the pin (Women, Men).
For more information call Terry Herrell at 260-273-9059 or 758-9257.
classes for Adults at the Library
Become friends with your computer in a fun, non-threatening atmosphere at the Wells County Public Library. Classes are free but you must register. Sign up for one or all.
Beginning Internet: Learn to search the internet on Thursday, June 11 at 11 a.m. You MUST be able to comfortably use a mouse to get the most out of this class.
Intermediate internet — Take online searching a step further, discover interesting sites (travel, cooking, games, etc) on Friday, June 12 at 11 a.m. You MUST be able to use the mouse comfortably to get the most out of this class.
For more information or to register for a class, contact the Wells County Public Library at 260-824-1612 or go online at www.wellscolibrary.org
Dean and Phyllis Cassiday off to New York City
Dean and Phyllis Cassiday of Liberty Center will be in New York City this weekend to watch their daughter, Becky Foster of Casper, Wyo., perform with a musical group at Lincoln Center.
While there the couple will be on the deck of the aircraft carrier Intrepid for the filming of the Early Show.
Casper is a Southern Wells graduate.
Holiness Camp going on now at Monroe
The Adams County Holiness Camp is going on at 7 p.m. each evening now through June 14 at the campground on Keller Street in Monroe. On Sunday the service will be at 6 p.m.
Evangelist is Rev. Mark Avery of Kansas City, Kan. Song evangelists will be the Daniel Edwards family of Winchester. For more information call John Myers at 260-525-1997.
Jamfest @ The King's Place June 13
Calling musicians, singers, poets... and appreciative listeners to Jamfest at The King's Place, 118 W. Market Street, Bluffton, Saturday, June 13 at 6:30 p.m. Casey Fritts will be featured this month and will perform for 30 minutes throughout the evening.
Performers will get 10 minutes, more later if time permits. Performers are asked to be considerate that this is a family friendly event.
Food available at the King's Place counter, from a special Jamfest menu.
For more information look on Facebook by the name of Jamfest @ The King's Place or jamfestkingsplace@gmail.com.
Soup 'n Sandwich lunch June 13
The Monroe United Brethren Women’s Missionary Fellowship will sponsor a Soup ‘n Sandwich Lunch Saturday, June 13, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the church fellowship hall. The church is located at 205 S. Adams Street, Monroe.
Lunch will consist of chili, chicken noodle and bean soup; sloppy jo’s, hot dogs and chili dogs; homemade pies and cakes; chips and drinks.
All proceeds go for mission projects and for sending kids to church camp. Also, maps for the community garage sales taking place that day will be available at the church.
Lions Club Karmel Korn fundraiser June 13
Members of the Lions Club of Bluffton will be selling Karmel Korn by Lowell Tillman Saturday, June 13 at the east end of the WalMart parking lot in Bluffton from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds will go to Lions Club service projects.
Free kids lunch June 16 at Life
A free lunch for kids will be served Tuesday June 16 from 11 am to noon at Life Community Church located at 428 S. Oak Street, Bluffton.
The lunch will consist of hotdogs, chips, cookies and a drink. Lunch will be served outside of the Life building on the Oak Street side entrance.
Take reading
outdoors June 16
Bring the kids to a reading scavenger hunt and explore nature activities in “Take Reading Outside” Tuesday, June 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wells County Public Library.
Families with children of all ages will join Jody Heaston, nature speaker and wildlife landscaping consultant, in a lively pursuit of outdoor creativity. Each child will receive a free mini journal.
Kids should be accompanied by an adult. For more information, contact the library at 260-824-1612 or go online at www.wellscolibrary.org.
Wells County 4-H fundraiser June 17
On Wednesday, June 17 Pizza Hut in Bluffton will host a fundraiser for scholarships for the Wells County 4-H Foundation from 11 a.m. to closing. Ten percent of the sales will be presented to the Wells County 4-H Foundation for scholarships.
Any item purchased during the day, June 17, will apply to the fundraiser. It is valid for dine-in, carryout or delivery orders.
4-H members and parents have free “Fundraiser Tickets” available to the public to attend the event. They are available at Wells County Extension Office and various Bluffton and Ossian businesses.
Boys & Girls Garage Sale June 19 & 20
The Boys & Girls Club will sponsor a garage sale in their gym June 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and June 20 from 8 a.m. to noon. All proceeds go toward the operational campaign 2009. Available will be brand new t-shirts, clothing, decorations, and more.
Park Rendezvous June 19-21
Visitors can step back in time to the pre-1840s during Ouabache State Park's Rendezvous on the Ouabache, June 19-21.
This is a living history weekend aimed at educating visitors about an important period in the history and expansion of the United States.
For more information about the interpretive services, the Rendezvous or becoming involved with interpretive and cultural events at Ouabache State Park, contact the interpretive naturalist at (260) 824-0926 or OuabacheInterp@dnr.IN.gov.
Forgotten Children International Benefit Golf Outing June 20
The fifth annual Forgotten Children International benefit golf outing will be held Saturday, June 20 at Timber Ridge Golf Course.
There will be a 7:30 a.m. shotgun start. Registration will begin at 6:45 a.m. Cost is $65 and includes golf, cart and lunch.
For a small donation teams may obtain raffle tickets for prizes, mulligans and an extra player on the par 3 holes.
There will be prizes for long drives (Seniors, Women, Men) and closest to the pin (Women, Men).
For more information call Terry Herrell at 260-273-9059 or 758-9257.
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Club Calendar
Monday, June 8
ADHD/ADD Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Open to families with a child or adult diagnosed with ADHD/ADD. For info call 456-7752.
Sigma Phi Gamma Business Meeting at Betty Covault’s Home; 7:30 p.m.
Wells County Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer support group--Wells County Center on Aging, 225 West Water St. in Bluffton; 4-5:30 p.m. The will be an 'open meeting' where attendees may bring up issues and topics for discussion. All Prostate cancer survivors, newly diagnosed, interested parties, and significant others are welcome to attend.
Widowed-to-Widowed--Corner Depot; 6 p.m.
Tuesday, June 9
Homemaker's Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 10
Poplar Grove Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m
Thursday, June 11
Six Mile Women United--Home of Judy Lynch; 7 p.m.
Saturday, June 13
Korean War Veterans Assoc., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82, 3501 Harris Road, Fort Wayne; 7 a.m. social hour; 9 a.m. meeting.
River Terrace Estates--Joan Swartz playing piano and Julia Liechty singing in Healthcare; 9:30 a.m.
Sunday, June 14
River Terrace Estates--Doyle and Donna Brown “Big Band” in ALD; 2:30 p.m.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
Every Wednesday
The Kiwanis of Greater Bluffton Club meets at noon every Wednesday at TimberRidge Golf Course for lunch and a brief meeting. For more information call Jon Brown at 824-4095.
ADHD/ADD Support Group--Parkwood Church, 3320 Trier Road, Fort Wayne; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Open to families with a child or adult diagnosed with ADHD/ADD. For info call 456-7752.
Sigma Phi Gamma Business Meeting at Betty Covault’s Home; 7:30 p.m.
Wells County Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer support group--Wells County Center on Aging, 225 West Water St. in Bluffton; 4-5:30 p.m. The will be an 'open meeting' where attendees may bring up issues and topics for discussion. All Prostate cancer survivors, newly diagnosed, interested parties, and significant others are welcome to attend.
Widowed-to-Widowed--Corner Depot; 6 p.m.
Tuesday, June 9
Homemaker's Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 10
Poplar Grove Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m
Thursday, June 11
Six Mile Women United--Home of Judy Lynch; 7 p.m.
Saturday, June 13
Korean War Veterans Assoc., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82, 3501 Harris Road, Fort Wayne; 7 a.m. social hour; 9 a.m. meeting.
River Terrace Estates--Joan Swartz playing piano and Julia Liechty singing in Healthcare; 9:30 a.m.
Sunday, June 14
River Terrace Estates--Doyle and Donna Brown “Big Band” in ALD; 2:30 p.m.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
Every Wednesday
The Kiwanis of Greater Bluffton Club meets at noon every Wednesday at TimberRidge Golf Course for lunch and a brief meeting. For more information call Jon Brown at 824-4095.
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