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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.

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Stamp Collecting Show Oct. 29 & 30
Anthony Wayne Stamp Society will host their annual Stamp Collecting Show Oct. 29 and 30th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Concordia Lutheran High School at 1601 Saint Joe River Drive, Fort Wayne. There will be 12 stamp dealers to serve the public and help with questions. There is also free parking and admission. For more information call 260-422-1716.

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, Upland. 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 accompanist. For more information call the MPO office at 765-662-0012.

Holiday Craft Bazaar and Farmers Market Nov. 5 in Hartford City
The Extension Homemaker's annual Holiday Craft and Bazaar and Farmers Market will be held Saturday, Nov. 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Blackford County 4-H Building in Hartford City.
Lunch will be available. Admission is free. For more information call 765-348-3213.

Rare book show at Beech Grove Nov. 6
On Sunday, Nov. 6, a Book, Postcard, Political and Paper Show will be held at the Beech Grove High School Gym from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Featured will be rare books, autographed books, cookbooks, general reading books, thousands of postcards by topics, movie posters, magazines and other paper items of interest.
Beech Grove High School is located at 5330 Hornet Ave., Beech Grove (exit 52 off of I-465 at Emerson Ave.).