See, Do, Have Fun!

BLUFFTON
THE GOSPEL BARN
The Gospel Barn, 3550 St. Rd. 1 south, Bluffton. Doors open at 6 p.m., pre-concert at 7 p.m., featured artist at 7:30 p.m., Admission $5 adults & free to those 12 and under. Concessions. 260-827-0362 or at www.goselbarnofbluffton.com
KINGSMEN QUARTET—Saturday, May 16, from Candier, NC
LEFEVRE QUARTET—Saturday, May 23, from Gainesville, GA.

BRYANT
GOODTIMES THEATRE AT BEARCREEK FARM’
STARS OF AMERICAN BANDSTAND—Saturday, May 16, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35 dinner & show. (Danny and the Juniors)
GIRLS FROM LAWRENCE WELK SHOW—Wednesday, May 20, 2 & 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, May 21, 2 p.m., $35. (Sandy, Mary Lou and Gail)
LAUGHING WITH THE LEGENDS—May 28-30, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35. Music, comedy & theatre from the 50s.
WANDA JACKSON—Thursday, June 4, 2 & 7:30 p.m. Rock-N-Roll Hall of Fame.
SLEEPY LABEEF & JASON D. WILLIAMS—June 5-6, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $30.
GUY LOMBARDO ORCHESTRA—Wednesday, June 10, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $30.
CRYSTAL GAYLE—Saturday, June 20, 2 & 8 p.m., $45.
For more information and reservations call 260-997-6822 or check out www.bearcreekfarms.com

FORT WAYNE PHILHARMONIC CONCERTS
The schedule for the 2009-2010 season has been announced.
There is a wide range of ticket prices for each series and for more information call 260-456-2224 or visit www.fortwaynephilharmonic.com Tickets at 260-481-0777.

FW’S SCIENCE CENTRAL EVENTS
EXHIBIT—Mission E: Exploring Engineering & Architecture—through May.
SUMMER SCIENCE CAMPS—Camps to run from June 8 to Aug. 14, for those ages 3 to 15, middle school students and those with special needs. For more information call 260-424-2400 ext. 451 or at www.sciencecenttral.org
Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Extended hours during March, April and May on Saturdays until 9 p.m. Admission is $7 for all except free to those 3 and under. More information at 260-424-2400 or at www.sciencecentral.org

FORT WAYNE COLISEUM EVENTS
KNIFE & GUN SHOW—Saturday and Sunday, May 16-17, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. $6 adults, $2 kids 6-12 and free to those 6 and under.
JEFF DUNHAM—May 30, 8 p.m.. $44.50
KEITH URBAN & TAYLOR SWIFT—Sunday, June 7, $20.
CELTIC WOMAN—Wednesday, June 24, 7:30 p.m., $40 & $57.
Tickets via Ticketmaster, Coliseum box office or by phone at 260-424-1811.

FW’S EMBASSY THEATRE EVENTS.
TRIBUTE TO WALTER PAYTON—Wednesday, May 20, 7 p.m., speaker Dan Hampton, tickets $34 & $24.
AL JARREAU—Saturday, May 16, 8 p.m., $45, $50 & $55.
RON WHITE—Friday, June 5 7:30 p.m., $42.75.
DEREK TRUCKS BAND—Thursday, June 11, 7:30 p.m., tickets $29.75 & $39.75.
Ticket information at 260-424-1811 or through Ticketmaster. For groups of 20 or more call 260-420-3344.

FORT WAYNE ARTLINK EVENTS
PRINT EXHIBITION—April 17 to May 20, 29th annual National Print Exhibition.
HALLWAY GALLERY—Lisa Schwaberow Kaleidoscope photos. HOURS— Tuesday through Thursday, noon to 5 p.m.; noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Artlink is located at 437 East Berry St., Fort Wayne. www.artlinkfw.com

HUNTINGTON
HUNTINGTON SUPPER CLUB
The New Huntington Theater in downtown Huntington is offering dinner theater through August. “That’s Amore,” June 22-July 8; “Puttin’ on the Ritz!,” July 10-28; “Welcome to the 60s,” July 30-Aug. 15.
Dinner and show is $38.50 plus tax Monday through Wednesday; $41.50 plus tax Thursday through Saturday and Saturday only matinees $25. For a reservation call 260-454-0603 or check out www.TheNewHuntington.com

Club Calendar

Thursday, May 14
Bee Happy Quilter's--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Aprons presented by Betty Johnloz. Row Robin due. Show and tell. Public welcome. For more information call 824-1463.

Saturday, May 16
River Terrace Estates--Chet Baumgartner; 9:30 in Healthcare.

Sunday, May 17
River Terrace Estates--Fred Sprunger and Joan Swartz singing and playing piano; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.

Monday, May 18
Sigma Phi Gamma Social--Corner Depot; 6:30 p.m. Hostess is Norma Smith. Call 824-1314.

Tuesday, May 19
Chester Nightclubbers--Rittenhouse Restaurant; noon.

Wednesday, May 20
Kitco Retirees--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Book Study Club--First United Methodist Church; 12:45 p.m.

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

Every Thursday
TOPS — First United Methodist Church; 6:30 weigh-in. 7 p.m. meeting.
Let's Play Bingo! — Cowboy's Restaurant in Bluffton on Main Street every Thursday night at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Coon Hunters Assoc.

Every Friday Evening
Parent’s Averting Crisis (PAC) — 122 West LaMar St.; 7:30-9 p.m.; $1/person.

What's Up

Wesleyan Heritage bake sale May 16
Wesleyan Heritage Academy will be sponsor a bake sale Saturday May 16 beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the Bluffton Dairy Queen. All proceeds will go toward the Academy's new Rosetta Stone Foreign Language Program.

Wizard of Oz
Auditions at the Pulse Opera House May 17
How many times have you watched the Wizard of Oz and wished you could visit that magical land? Now you can! Auditions for the classic tale of Brains, Courage, Heart and Home are on Sunday, May 17 beginning at 2 p.m. Roles are available for all ages.
Auditions will be held on Sunday, May 17 beginning at 2:00 p.m. with auditions for Dorothy, the Tin Man, the Lion, the Scarecrow, the Wizard, the Wicked witch and Glinda. Munchkin (children age 5 and up) auditions will be at 4 p.m. and chorus auditions will be at 5 p.m. Everyone auditioning should come prepared to sing. Those who are auditioning for main roles should prepare a song from the show. Children should be prepared to sing as well.
The show dates are July 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24 and 25. Rehearsals are held Monday through Friday evenings, although not everyone is called every evening. We are also looking for adults to assist with costumes, set building and to help oversee the children in the show.

Elementary Prom May 23
The Wells Community Boys and Girls Club will sponsor an Elementary Prom for those in grade kindergarten through sixth grade Saturday, May 23 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the club located at 1410 S. Wayne St., Bluffton. The theme will be “Under the Sea.” Cost is $5 per person. For more information call 824-5070.

Senior lunch
May 27 in Berne
The May Senior Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, May 27, at noon at the South Adams Senior Center at 825 Hendricks Street in Berne.
The menu will include: baked chicken breast with gravy, cheesy potatoes, green beans, roll and butter, chocolate cake, coffee and lemonade. The meal will be catered by Norm's Preble Gardens. May birthdays and anniversaries will be acknowledged and door prizes will be given away.
The entertainment will be furnished by Cassie Bertsch. She will perform vocals, piano, and guitar.
Cost is $5 per person. Please call the Senior Center to sign up at 589-8877 by Tuesday, May 26.
Sound of Music
tryouts May 28
Auditions are now being scheduled for “The Sound of Music,” which will be presented during this year’s Swiss Days celebration in Berne.
Try-outs are open to area children, teens and adults, and are set for Thursday, May 28, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. and Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Auditioning individuals should come prepared to sing a song from one of the following categories: children, “My Favorite Things;” women, “The Sound of Music;” and men, “Edelweiss.” An accompanist will be provided. (5/7)

Basket Making Class June 16
The South Adams Senior Center will offer a Basket Making Class taught by Wilma Rigby Tuesday, June 16 from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. Cost of the class will be $10 per person and all materials will be ready and cut for the class.
The basket to be made will be a Napkin Basket and you will be able to take it with you when you leave. The size of the class will be limited to the first 10 people that sign up and we will take reservations until Friday, June 5, 2009.
To sign up for the class please call the South Adams Senior Center at 589-8877. This class is open to all persons age 16 and above.

Montpelier taking Civil War Monument orders

The Montpelier Historical Society is now taking orders for bricks or rose mountain granite blocks that will comprise the Blackford County Civil War Monument walkway.
There are veterans from as early as the Revolutionary War, Spanish-American War and Civil War who are currently recognized on the walkway, as well as many who served in the wars and conflicts that followed.
The monument and walkway, located on the southwest corner of the Courthouse Square in Hartford City, will instill remembrance of some of our local history for future generations.
Forms are available at the Montpelier Public Library or at Neff Realty Office at 209 West Huntington Street in Montpelier.
Copies of the book Indiana Civil War Veterans, Blackford County, 1861-1865 by Orville Uggen, Jr. are also available. This book includes updated material since its original publication in 2004. Information is available at the locations mentioned above.

Club Calendar

Thursday, May 14
Bee Happy Quilter's--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Aprons presented by Betty Johnloz. Row Robin due. Show and tell. Public welcome. For more information call 824-1463.

Saturday, May 16
River Terrace Estates--Chet Baumgartner; 9:30 in Healthcare.

Sunday, May 17
River Terrace Estates--Fred Sprunger and Joan Swartz singing and playing piano; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.

Monday, May 18
Sigma Phi Gamma Social--Corner Depot; 6:30 p.m. Hostess is Norma Smith. Call 824-1314.

What (is) Up!

Bluffton Farmers Market held on
Saturdays
One can find a variety of plants, flowers, crafts and food items at the Bluffton Farmers’ Market, located at the Washington Commons on Wednesday nights from 5 to 8 p.m. and Saturday Mornings from 8 a.m. to noon.

Master Garden
Plant and Seed Sale May 16
The Wells County Master Gardeners will hold an annual and perennial plant and seed sale Saturday, May 16 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Farmer's Market located east of the Wells County Public Library in Bluffton. All proceeds will go to the Wells County Master Gardeners program.

Free concert in the park May 16
Park United Brethren Church will sponsor a free concert in the park Saturday, May 16 at Washington Park in Bluffton, located on South Bennett Street. There will be free food and games from 3:30 to 5 p.m. The concert, featuring Brent A. Cooper (Memories of The King), from 5 to 7 p.m. For more information call 260-824-0887 or visit Memories of the King at: web.me.com/MemoriesOfTheKing.

Free Women's Self Defense Class
May 16
A Free Women’s Self Defense Class will be held Saturday, May 16 from 9 a.m. to noon in the City Gym for ladies age 14 and up.
Students will learn pressure point techniques to defend themselves from attackers and receive self defense sticks. Those interested in participating must call 824-6069 to register by May 15.

Swim Lesson
Registration May 16
The Bluffton Parks and Recreation Swim Lesson registration will be held Saturday, May 16 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Wells Community Swimming Pool. Lessons are held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in June or July for three weeks for students who have completed Kindergarten and older.
New Tot swim is for children age four to pre kindergarten for three Saturday lessons in July from 11 to 11:45 a.m. with a parent. Cost for any swim lesson is $5.50 per child. Call 824-6069.

Half day summer kids camp planned
A half day summer kids camp for children finishing Kindergarten through third grade will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8 a.m. to noon.
Students will receive an hour gymnastic lesson, an hour tennis lesson, free play and snack, and an hour of swim lesson. Cost is $30 for June 8-26 or July 6-24. Call to register at 824-6069. Limited enrollment.

CAC spring ballet performance May 17
The Creative Arts Council School of Ballet annual spring performance will be held at the Life Center Auditorium at 428 S. Oak Street, Bluffton, Sunday, May 17 at 3:30 p.m. Admission is free.
Audience members are encouraged to relax and enjoy the program. It will be a satirical story danced by young and local talent. CAC's ballerinas will be dancing in “Gala Performance” in which four ballerinas (Russian, Italian, French and American) strive to outperform each other. Prepare to be humored and impressed during this event featuring students at all levels of skills and learning in the classical dance art form! For more information log onto: www.wellscocrativearts.com or call 260-824-5222.

Steven Higgs to speak May 17 in Montpelier
Steven K. Higgs, former minister of the Montpelier Church of Christ, will be guest speaker at the church on Sunday, May 17.
Since Steve and his wife Carol left Montpelier, he has been deeply involved in Prison Evangelism in Illinois. This program depends entirely upon the support of the Christian Churches and Churches of Christ (independent). In June, Steve will celebrate 35 years of serving in full-time Prison Evangelism.
The public is welcome to attend services at 10:30 a.m. at the Montpelier Church of Christ, 206 West Huntington Street on May 17 and learn of some of his experiences through those years of trying to lead imprisoned men to Christ. A carry-in dinner will follow the morning Worship Hour.

Wick's Bus Tour
May 21
The Bluffton Parks Department in cooperation with Life Church will be host a Bus Tour May 21, 2009 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The tour will include a stop at Wick’s Pie Factory, Silver Towne and Ghyslain’s Chocolate Factory. Cost is $15. Lunch will be on your own at Mrs. Wicks Restaurant.
To purchase a ticket stop by the Clerk Treasurer’s office in City Hall. For more information please call 824-6069.

Bus Tour Tickets Still Available!!

Bluffton Parks Department in cooperation with Life Church will be hosting a
Bus Tour on May 21st from 7am-5pm. Tour includes a stop at Wick’s Pie
Factory, Silver Towne and Ghyslain’s Chocolate Factory. Cost is $15 and
lunch is on your own at Mrs. Wicks Restaurant. To purchase a ticket stop by
the Clerk Treasurer’s office in City Hall. For more information please call
824-6069.

Things to do from Bluffton Parks

Free Women’s Self Defense Class – Will be held May 16th from 9-12 in the
City Gym for ladies age 14 and up. Students will learn pressure point
techniques to defend themselves from attackers and receive self defense
sticks. Must call 824-6069 to register by May 15.


Swim Lesson Registration is May 16th from 10:30-12:30 at the WC Pool.
Lessons are M-W-F in June or July for 3 weeks for students who have
completed Kindergarten and older. New Tot swim is for children 4-pre K for
3 Saturday lessons in July from 11-11:45 with a parent. Cost for any swim
lesson is $5.50 per child. For more information call 824-6069.


½ day summer kids camp - Children finishing K-3rd grade may participate in
a M-W-F camp from 8am – noon. Students will receive an hour gymnastic
lesson, an hour tennis lesson, free play & snack, and an hour of swim
lesson. Cost is $30 for June 8-26th or July 6-24th. Call to register at
824-6069. Limited enrollment.

Club Calendar

Wednesday, May 13
Poplar Grove Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Six Mile Women United--Home of Gerry Claghorn; 7 p.m.

Thursday, May 14
Bee Happy Quilter's--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Aprons presented by Betty Johnloz. Row Robin due. Show and tell. Public welcome. For more information call 824-1463.

Saturday, May 16
River Terrace Estates--Chet Baumgartner; 9:30 in Healthcare.

Sunday, May 17
River Terrace Estates--Fred Sprunger and Joan Swartz singing and playing piano; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.

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.

Every Thursday
TOPS — First United Methodist Church; 6:30 weigh-in. 7 p.m. meeting.
Let's Play Bingo! — Cowboy's Restaurant in Bluffton on Main Street every Thursday night at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Coon Hunters Assoc.

What is Up?

Indiana Equal Pay Day May 13
Wednesday, May 13, 2009 marks the day Indiana women, on average, “catch up” to men’s earnings from 2008. To mark the occasion, several women’s organizations will be holding a press conference in the Allen County Public Library plaza Wednesday morning at 9 am.
Speakers from the Fort Wayne chapter of the American Association of University Women, the Fort Wayne Women’s Bureau and Fort Wayne Feminists will speak.

Pancake and
sausage breakfast May 16
The South Adams Senior Center will be host a pancake and sausage breakfast Saturday, May 16 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Lehman Park Pavilion in Berne.
This event will be sponsored by the Board of Directors of the South Adams Senior Center and proceeds from the event will go for upkeep, activities, and operating expenses for the Senior Center. Donations will be accepted for the breakfast. The menu will include pancakes, sausage, applesauce, orange juice and coffee.

See and Do in and around Wells County

BLUFFTON
THE GOSPEL BARN
The Gospel Barn, 3550 St. Rd. 1 south, Bluffton. Doors open at 6 p.m., pre-concert at 7 p.m., featured artist at 7:30 p.m., Admission $5 adults & free to those 12 and under. Concessions. 260-827-0362 or at www.goselbarnofbluffton.com

KINGSMEN QUARTET—Saturday, May 16, from Candier, NC

LEFEVRE QUARTET—Saturday, May 23, from Gainesville, GA.
BRYANT
GOODTIMES THEATRE AT
BEARCREEK FARM’
STARS OF AMERICAN BANDSTAND—Saturday, May 16, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35 dinner & show. (Danny and the Juniors)

Club Calendar

Monday, May 11
Wells County Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer support group--Wells County Center on Aging, 225 West Water St. in Bluffton; 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Sigma Phi Gamma Sorority--Business Meeting; 7:30 p.m. at Judy Maxwell’s home

Wednesday, May 13
Poplar Grove Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Six Mile Women United--Home of Gerry Claghorn; 7 p.m.

Thursday, May 14
Bee Happy Quilter's--Wells County Public Library; 7 p.m. Aprons presented by Betty Johnloz. Row Robin due. Show and tell. Public welcome. For more information call 824-1463.

Saturday, May 16
River Terrace Estates--Chet Baumgartner; 9:30 in Healthcare.

Sunday, May 17
River Terrace Estates--Fred Sprunger and Joan Swartz singing and playing piano; 2:30 p.m. in ALD.

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

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.

What's UP!

Covenant Christian fundraiser May 12
Bluffton Covenant Christian School will be sponsor a fundraiser at Wendy's Tuesday, May 12 from 5 to 8 p.m.

Free Spring
Gardening Classes offered
Free Spring Gardening Classes: at Janet's Garden Center, 1225 S. Scott St., Bluffton. Every Thursday 6:00-6:30 p.m. April-May. Check out our website for classes: www.janetsgardencenter.com or call 260-824-2695. May 14: Butterfly Gardens. (Pd. Advt.)

Bake Sale May 15 at Montpelier
The Montpelier Friends of the Library will be sponsor a bake sale on Friday, May 15, at Pacesetter Bank beginning at 9 a.m.

Pork & sauerkraut supper May 16
The Ossian United Methodist Church will sponsor a pork and sauerkraut supper Saturday, May 16 from 4 to 7 p.m. in the Family Fellowship Center at 201 W. Mill Street in Ossian.
The menu will include pork and sauerkraut, real mashed postatoes and gravy, green beans or carrots, applesauce, pie or cake, coffee, milk, iced tea or water.
Tickets in advance are $7 for adults, $3.50 for children ages five to 10 and free for children under age five.
Tickets at the door are $8 for adults, $4 for children.
Carry outs will be available.

Club Calendar

Saturday, May 9
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82, 3501 Harris Road, Fort Wayne. Meeting at 9 a.m. Breakfast at 7 a.m.
River Terrace Estates--Ked Moser singing and playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.

Monday, May 11
Wells County Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer support group--Wells County Center on Aging, 225 West Water St. in Bluffton; 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Whatz' Uup?

Connor Whitesell Fundraiser May 9
Mother's Day flowers will be sold, along with a bake sale Saturday, May 9 at Villa North parking lot. Proceeds will go toward the Connor Whitesell family.
Along with the flowers and baked goods, t-shirts and Connor signs will be available for sale. Direct donations will also be accepted during the event. Call 824-2820 for more information.

May Day Bird Count Saturday
On the second Saturday in May each year the Audubon Society sponsors the Big May Day Bird Count.
On Saturday, May 9, birders from all over the state will report the number of each species of birds they see that day. Wells County compiler is Kathy Fuller at 1111 Orchard Circle in Bluffton. Her phone number is 824-4525.
The Adams County compiler is Larry Parker. He can be reached at 724-2445.

Homemaker's
Festival May 21
The Wells County Extension Homemakers will hold their year end celebration Thursday, May 21 during the Homemaker's Festival at the Wells Community Building in Bluffton. Registration will begin at 5:30 p.m. The program will start at 6 p.m. with a dinner. The menu will include: Chicken Cordon Bleu, cheesy potatoes, honey glazed carrots, salad, rolls, choice of beverages and desserts (Texas Sheet Cake or Pineapple Sheet Cake.)
Celebrations taking place will be choral numbers by the Wells County Chorus. They will honor 90 year old members, 50 year club members, memorial service for deceased members, new members joining during the past year, installation of new officers and voting for the Cultural Art Exhibit that will be taken for state competition. The theme for the evening is “Picnic in the Park.” The program is being planned by JT-5 Club. The food will be prepared by the UYB Club. Reservations are needed by Monday, May 11. Cost is $10. Those wanting to attend can write a check to Wells County Extension Homemakers and send it to Janice Walker at 2672W--900S., Poneto, IN 46781-9610.

What's Up in Wells County

Connor Whitesell Fundraiser May 9
Mother's Day flowers will be sold, along with a bake sale Saturday, May 9 at Villa North parking lot. Proceeds will go toward the Connor Whitesell family.
Along with the flowers and baked goods, t-shirts and Connor signs will be available for sale. Direct donations will also be accepted during the event. Call 824-2820 for more information.

Club Calendar

Saturday, May 9
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82, 3501 Harris Road, Fort Wayne. Meeting at 9 a.m. Breakfast at 7 a.m.
River Terrace Estates--Ked Moser singing and playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.

Monday, May 11
Wells County Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer support group--Wells County Center on Aging, 225 West Water St. in Bluffton; 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 13
Poplar Grove Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.

Go, Do, See

FW’S EMBASSY THEATRE EVENTS.
TRIBUTE TO WALTER PAYTON—Wednesday, May 20, 7 p.m., speaker Dan Hampton, tickets $34 & $24.
AL JARREAU—Saturday, May 16, 8 p.m., $45, $50 & $55.
RON WHITE—Friday, June 5 7:30 p.m., $42.75.
DEREK TRUCKS BAND—Thursday, June 11, 7:30 p.m., tickets $29.75 & $39.75.
Ticket information at 260-424-1811 or through Ticketmaster. For groups of 20 or more call 260-420-3344.

FORT WAYNE
ARTLINK EVENTS
PRINT EXHIBITION—April 17 to May 20, 29th annual National Print Exhibition.
HALLWAY GALLERY—Lisa Schwaberow Kaleidoscope photos. HOURS— Tuesday through Thursday, noon to 5 p.m.; noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Artlink is located at 437 East Berry St., Fort Wayne. www.artlinkfw.com

HUNTINGTON
HUNTINGTON SUPPER CLUB
The New Huntington Theater in downtown Huntington is offering dinner theater through August. Currently on stage through May 9th is “Fascinating Rhythm!” with the musical memories of Mickey Rooney and Judy Garland. Also on the schedule is “That’s Amore,” June 22-July 8; “Puttin’ on the Ritz!,” July 10-28; “Welcome to the 60s,” July 30-Aug. 15.
Dinner and show is $38.50 plus tax Monday through Wednesday; $41.50 plus tax Thursday through Saturday and Saturday only matinees $25. For a reservation call 260-454-0603 or check out www.TheNewHuntington.com

FORT WAYNE DANCE COLLECTIVE
SIZZLIN’ SATURDAYS BALLROOM SOCIAL—Fort Wayne’s Dance Collective is offering a chance to sample ballroom dancing followed by general social dancing in a casual setting with Lori Keys at a 45 minute lesson on Saturday, May 16, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., FWDC Studio, 437 East Berry St., Bluffton, cost is $105 per person. To enroll call 260-424-6574.

FORT WAYNE
HEARTLAND CONCERT
The Heartland Chorale will present “Heartland Sings: American Classics” on Saturday, May 16, at 8 p.m. and Sunday,May 17, at 4 p.m. at the Plymouth Congregational Church in Fort Wayne. General admission is $19 with VIP seating $24. To arrange for tickets call 260-436-8080 or 866-745-7013

What's Up (this rainy day?)

Online jigsaw puzzles available at library
Love jigsaw puzzles? Now you can put together beautiful 70 to 300-piece puzzles featuring the Wells County Public Library and our collections for free online. Pictures of the library, Harry Lindstrand paintings, dolls from the Compton O’Rider International Doll Collection, and more are now available.
The puzzles will be updated regularly, so check back often. www.jigidi.com/wells_county_public_library.php or follow the link at the library’s website at www.wellscolibrary.org.

Taco Heaven open Saturday
King's Highway Tabernacle Taco Heaven will be open Saturday, May 9 from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Bluffton Body and Repair at 804 W. Wabash Street, Bluffton.

Pain Support Group meeting May 11
C&C Bible Fellowship will sponsor a free CAPS (Combat Against Pain Support) support group meeting Monday, May 11 at 6:30 p.m. at 4383S-150E, Berne.
CAPS provides support and encouragement to those dealing with the challenges of living every day with pain. Call 260-592-7773 or 260-589-9022.

Create a Fairy
Garden May 13
Attract the "wee folk" by creating your own Fairy Garden with horticulturist Carrie Pence at the Wells County Public Library on Wednesday, May 13 at 6:30 p.m.
Build your garden alone or work as a team with your favorite fairy friend. Bring a shallow container with drainage that holds, at most, seven quarts of soil. Carrie, of Janet’s Garden Center, will provide the rest of the materials. Class fee of $20 due at registration. Class size limited. For more information or to sign up, stop by the library, or call 260-824-1612, or register online at www.wellscolibrary.org.

Sound of Music
tryouts May 28
Auditions are now being scheduled for “The Sound of Music,” which will be presented during this year’s Swiss Days celebration in Berne. Try-outs are open to area children, teens and adults, and are set for Thursday, May 28, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. and Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. A
uditioning individuals should come prepared to sing a song from one of the following categories: children, “My Favorite Things;” women, “The Sound of Music;” and men, “Edelweiss.” An accompanist will be provided.

5K Run/Walk June 6
The Monroe Lions Club will sponsor a 5K Run/Walk Saturday, June 6 at 8:15 a.m. Pre-registration is due by June 1, 2009. Entry fee is $15 for pre-registration or $18 the day of the race.
Te race will begin at the Adams County 4-H Fairgrounds in Monroe. It will follow a flat, blacktop course through Monroe. Call 260-692-6819 or email: cbowers@usppp.com.

What's Up in Wells County

Homemaker's Bus Trip taking reservations
The Wells County Extension Homemakers are sponsoring a three day bus trip to southern Indiana June 24-26. The trip will include visits to Lincoln boyhood sites, French Lick and West Baden. Prices vary and single-quad occupancy. For more information call Carol Baker at 260-622-7422. (5/4)

Happy Hour Luncheon May 14
Happy Hour will be back at the First Presbyterian Church on Dustman Road May 14 at noon. There will be music, fun and entertainment.
Anyone age 55 or older is welcome. Cost is $3.50 per person. For reservations call by Monday, May 11 to one of the following numbers: 824-2724, 824-0767, 824-1070, 824-0363 or 565-3387. (5/4)

Boys & Girls Club Bake Sale May 9
The Wells Community Boys and Girls Club will sponsor a bake sale at Wal-mart Saturday May 9 from 10 a.m. to 2p.m.
All proceeds go to the Boys and Girls Club It just takes one Campaign. (5/1)

Taco Heaven open May 9
King's Highway Tabernacle Taco Heaven will be open Saturday, May 9 from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Bluffton Body and Repair at 804 W. Wabash Street, Bluffton.

Pain Support Group meeting May 11
C&C Bible Fellowship will sponsor a free CAPS (Combat Against Pain Support) support group meeting Monday, May 11 at 6:30 p.m. at 4383S-150E, Berne.
CAPS provides support and encouragement to those dealing with the challenges of living every day with pain. For more information call 260-592-7773 or 260-589-9022.

Bake Sale May 15 at Montpelier
The Montpelier Friends of the Library will be sponsor a bake sale on Friday, May 15, at Pacesetter Bank beginning at 9 a.m.

Pork & sauerkraut supper May 16
The Ossian United Methodist Church will sponsor a pork and sauerkraut supper Saturday, May 16 from 4 to 7 p.m. in the Family Fellowship Center at 201 W. Mill Street in Ossian.
The menu will include pork and sauerkraut, real mashed postatoes and gravy, green beans or carrots, applesauce, pie or cake, coffee, milk, iced tea or water.
Tickets in advance are $7 for adults, $3.50 for children ages five to 10 and free for children under age five. Tickets at the door are $8 for adults, $4 for children. Carry outs will be available.

Pancake and sausage breakfast May 16
The South Adams Senior Center will be host a pancake and sausage breakfast Saturday, May 16 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Lehman Park Pavilion in Berne.
This event will be sponsored by the Board of Directors of the South Adams Senior Center and proceeds from the event will go for upkeep, activities, and operating expenses for the Senior Center. Donations will be accepted for the breakfast.
The menu will include pancakes, sausage, applesauce, orange juice and coffee.

Master Gardent Plant and Seed Sale May 16
The Wells County Master Gardeners will hold an annual and perennial plant and seed sale Saturday, May 16 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Farmer's Market located east of the Wells County Public Library in Bluffton.
All proceeds will go to the Wells County Master Gardeners program.

Free concert in the park May 16
Park United Brethren Church will sponsor a free concert in the park Saturday, May 16 at Washington Park in Bluffton, located on South Bennett Street.
There will be free food and games from 3:30 to 5 p.m. The concert, featuring Brent A. Cooper (Memories of The King), from 5 to 7 p.m.
For more information call 260-824-0887 or visit Memories of the King at: web.me.com/MemoriesOfTheKing.

Huntington Senior Expo May 21
The fifth annual Huntington County Senior Expo will be held Thursday, May 21 at the Huntington University Field House from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The council is currently looking for volunteers to help make the event memorable for everyone.
Anyone interested in helping can call 260-359-4410 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. (5/1)

Elementary Prom May 23
The Wells Community Boys and Girls Club will sponsor an Elementary Prom for those in grade kindergarten through sixth grade Saturday, May 23 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the club located at 1410 S. Wayne St., Bluffton. The theme will be “Under the Sea.” Cost is $5 per person. For more information call 824-5070.

Sound of Music tryouts May 28
Auditions are now being scheduled for “The Sound of Music,” which will be presented during this year’s Swiss Days celebration in Berne.
Try-outs are open to area children, teens and adults, and are set for Thursday, May 28, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. and Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Auditioning individuals should come prepared to sing a song from one of the following categories: children, “My Favorite Things;” women, “The Sound of Music;” and men, “Edelweiss.” An accompanist will be provided.

5K Run/Walk June 6
The Monroe Lions Club will sponsor a 5K Run/Walk Saturday, June 6 at 8:15 a.m. Pre-registration is due by June 1, 2009. Entry fee is $15 for pre-registration or $18 the day of the race.
Te race will begin at the Adams County 4-H Fairgrounds in Monroe. It will follow a flat, blacktop course through Monroe.
For more information call 260-692-6819 or email: cbowers@usppp.com.

Montpelier City Wide Garage Sales June 6
The Montpelier City Wide Garage Sales will be held Saturday, June 6. It will be sponsored by the Montpelier Chamber of Commerce. Proceeds from the sales go to help with projects the chamber is involved with.
Those wanting to have their sale put on the map will need to register at Neff insurance no later than June 2. Maps will be available on Wednesday afternoon at Neff Insurance, Neff Realty, The Pour House, and Pacesetter bank.
For more information call Judy at Neff Insurance 728-2462 or Kim at Smith insurance 728-2477.

Feast of Hunters' Moon Oct. 10-11
The Tippecanoe County Historical Association of Lafayette, will sponsor the 42nd annual Feast of the Hunters' Moon Oct. 10 and 11, 2009.
The “Feast” derives its name from the moon cycles of the Miami Indian calendar and is held annually along the banks of the Wabash River in the fall during the phase of the “Hunters' Moon.” The event represents the time of homecoming, feasting, dancing and celebrating from the earliest days of historic Fort Ouiatenon.
Ouiatenon was built in 1717 and then burned to the ground in 1791.
Education is a strong focus of the event Seven different arenas and stages plus numerous locations on the 30 acres of festival grounds feature performances by musicans, interpreters, military re-enactors and Native American groups.
For more information call 765-476-8411 or log onto: www.tippecanoehistory.org. (4/29)

Senior Expo Coming May 7

Thursday, May 7
9 a.m.-3 p.m.—Senior Expo at the 4-H Community Building. Expo is open to the public for people of all ages. Free breakfast and lunch with 50 vendors who will provide services and help to the community. Bluffton Regional Mobile Unit is also offering free Cholesteral and Blood Pressue screenings. For transportation to the Expo call WOW (Wells on Wheels) at 824-4WOW or 824-4969.

Club Calendar

Saturday, May 9
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82, 3501 Harris Road, Fort Wayne. Meeting at 9 a.m. Breakfast at 7 a.m.
River Terrace Estates--Ked Moser singing and playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, May 10
River Terrace Estates--Joan Swartz at 2:30 p.m. in ALD.

Monday, May 11
Wells County Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer support group--Wells County Center on Aging, 225 West Water St. in Bluffton; 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Every Thursday
TOPS — First United Methodist Church; 6:30 weigh-in. 7 p.m. meeting.

Spring is here: Go do something already!

BLUFFTON
THE GOSPEL BARN
The Gospel Barn, 3550 St. Rd. 1 south, Bluffton. Doors open at 6 p.m., pre-concert at 7 p.m., featured artist at 7:30 p.m., Admission $5 adults & free to those 12 and under. Concessions. 260-827-0362 or at www.goselbarnofbluffton.com
TODD ALLEN FAMILY—Saturday, May 9, from Branson, MO.
KINGSMEN QUARTET—Saturday, May 16, from Candier, NC,

BRYANT
GOODTIMES THEATRE AT BEARCREEK FARM’
JIMMY BEAUMONT & THE SKYLINERS—Friday, May 8, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $25 dinner & show.
JIMMY FORTUNE OF THE STATLER BROTHERS—Saturday, May 9, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35 dinner & show.
STARS OF AMERICAN BANDSTAND—Saturday, May 16, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35 dinner & show. (Danny and the Juniors)
GIRLS FROM LAWRENCE WELK SHOW—Wednesday, May 20, 2 & 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, May 21, 2 p.m., $35. (Sandy, Mary Lou and Gail)
For more information and reservations call 260-997-6822 or check out www.bearcreekfarms.com

FORT WAYNE PHILHARMONIC CONCERTS
MASTERWORKS CONCERT—Saturday, May 9, 8 p.m., Embassy Theatre. “Passion in Dance and Song.”
POPS ON PIPES GRANDE PAGE ORGAN CONCERT—Sunday, May 10, 2 p.m. featuring Cletus Goens II and the FW Children’s Choir, tickets $14 adults & $7 for students.
There is a wide range of ticket prices for each series and for more information call 260-456-2224 or visit www.fortwaynephilharmonic.com Tickets at 260-481-0777.

FW’S SCIENCE CENTRAL EVENTS
EXHIBIT—Mission E: Exploring Engineering & Architecture—through May.
SUMMER SCIENCE CAMPS—Camps to run from June 8 to Aug. 14, for those ages 3 to 15, middle school students and those with special needs. For more information call 260-424-2400 ext. 451 or at www.sciencecenttral.org
Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Extended hours during March, April and May on Saturdays until 9 p.m. Admission is $7 for all except free to those 3 and under. More information at 260-424-2400 or at www.sciencecentral.org

FORT WAYNE COLISEUM EVENTS
KNIFE & GUN SHOW—Saturday and Sunday, May 16-17, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. $6 adults, $2 kids 6-12 and free to those 6 and under.
JEFF DUNHAM—May 30, 8 p.m.. $44.50
KEITH URBAN & TAYLOR SWIFT—Sunday, June 7, $20.
CELTIC WOMAN—Wednesday, June 24, 7:30 p.m., $40 & $57.
Tickets via Ticketmaster, Coliseum box office or by phone at 260-424-1811.

Ossian Neighborhood watch program meeting

Rose Ann Heights Neighborhood watch program meets Wednesday, 7 p.m. at Ossian Town Hall.

Get involved!

What's Up in Wells County

Homemaker's Bus Trip taking
reservations
The Wells County Extension Homemakers are sponsoring a three day bus trip to southern Indiana June 24-26. The trip will include visits to Lincoln boyhood sites, French Lick and West Baden. Prices vary and single-quad occupancy. For more information call Carol Baker at 260-622-7422.

Happy Hour
Luncheon May 14
Happy Hour will be back at the First Presbyterian Church on Dustman Road May 14 at noon. There will be music, fun and entertainment. Anyone age 55 or older is welcome. Cost is $3.50 per person. For reservations call by Monday, May 11 to one of the following numbers: 824-2724, 824-0767, 824-1070, 824-0363 or 565-3387.

Club Calendar

Monday, May 4
Tri Kappa Associate Chapter--Carol Yoder's home; 6 p.m. Spring dinner.
Past Noble Grand Club--Corner Depot; 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 5
The Creative Quilter’s Quilt guild--Country Creations; 5:30 p.m.. Directions: Go 1/2 mile south of Ind. 124 at Preble. Betty Johnloz will be teaching a lesson called “A Mile a Minute”. Show and tell. Visitors welcome.
Bluffton Lions Club--Corner Depot; 6:15 p.m.
Wednesday, May 6
Study Club--First United Methodist Church; 12:45 p.m.
Saturday, May 9
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82, 3501 Harris Road, Fort Wayne. Meeting at 9 a.m. Breakfast at 7 a.m.
River Terrace Estates--Ked Moser singing and playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Sunday, May 10
River Terrace Estates--Joan Swartz at 2:30 p.m. in ALD.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
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. Call Bluffton 824-6069 for more info.

What's Up in Wells County

Creative Happenings

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 Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday until 7 p.m. or by arrangement. Closing at noon April 10th.
IN THE BALENTINE GALLERY
Tri Kappa High School Art Show, through May 20, and Annual Children’s Art Exhibit through May 7. No admission charge to view the exhibits.
Coming June 1-July 12, Visages of the Original Peoples, photographs of Native Americans in a touring exhibit from Indiana University’s Mathers Museum, in coordination with the PBS documentary, We Shall Remain.
SCHOOL OF BALLET
Mark the family calendar for the students’ stage production “Gala Performance” to be on Sunday, May 17, free admission. Rehearsals on Saturdays will be scheduled by teachers.
BALLET CAMP—for all ages with dates to be announced.
EVENTS.
‘GODSPELL’—June 12-14, Life Auditorium with Wells Community Theater.
PATRIOTIC POPS CONCERT—Thursday, June 25, Ouabache State Park, 7 p.m., free.
KEHOE CONCERTS—Sundays from July 12 through Aug. 30, 7 p.m., free, JBG’s Ice Cream available for purchase.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
RHAPSODY, RHYTHM & RHYME—developmental music for toddlers and their adults with Cindy Lemmen, now in session until May 11 on Mondays.
SUMMER ARTS ACADEMY—June 22-26, Norwell High School. Discover the art world!
DRAWING CAMP—Aug. 3-7. Work with edges, spaces, relationships, lights ad 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 with instructor Katie Vanderkolk.
AHA KIDS CAMP—Discovering Artistic, Healthy and Active Kids, July 27-31.
GROUPS
READERS CIRCLE —Tuesday, May 19, noon to 1:30 p.m., with Marty Wilson..
ARTISTS IN ACTION—Fridays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by arrangement in Studio B.
WELLS WRITERS—Tuesday, May 12, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., free Open to area writers, poets. Discussion of John Stead’s writing, visit their new blog http://www.cacwww.wordpress.com Contact Davina at (260) 824-5222 or cac@parlorcity.com
THANK-YOUS
* To all of the businesses and individuals who donated to the annual Arts Benefit Auction and to the bidders. Your support is priceless!
* To the CAC board members who gave so much of their time and energy to make the auction successful.
* To those who came out to see the Taylor university Chorale.
ART QUOTE
“Flowers are words which even a baby can understand.”—Author Arthur C. Coxe.
Activities of the Creative Arts Council are supported by memberships, sponsors and grants from funders including Arts United, a regional agency; the Indiana Arts Commission, a state agency; and the National Endowment for the Arts, a national agency. “A great nation deserves great art!”

Perfect Mother's Day Gift: Fishing Trip!

Indiana DNR Release:

Fishing for a perfect Mother’s Day gift? Sure, literally. Flowers and candy are played. Try something different—take Mom fishing.

Mother’s Day is about bonding with family and celebrating appreciation for all Mom does. Sure, Mom would probably be happy enough receiving another basket of lotion, but what gift could be better than bonding with those she loves while spending a spring day soaking up the soothing effects of nature?

Fishing is a great way to combine many elements of the outdoors. Time spent fishing can also provide opportunity to observe birds, wildlife, wildflowers, and many more of Indiana’s natural gifts. Spring is a special time outdoors.

Pack a lunch. Bring out the lawn chairs. Plan everything. Make sure all Mom has to do is show up and have fun. Remember, fishing isn’t just about catching fish. It's fun even if no one catches any. Talking, laughing, and just spending quality time make the day.

To stack your odds in favor of catching fish, visit IN.gov/dnr/fishwild/. Explore the Indiana Department of Natural Resource’s “Where to Fish Finder.” This online tool provides information on fishing spots across the state.

While online, buy a fishing license for anyone who needs one. Indiana resident annual licenses are $17. A one-day license is $9. A license is required to fish in Indiana for anyone older than 16. Licenses also may be bought at most places fishing equipment is sold. The 2009 Indiana Fishing Guide also lists places to fish. The free guides are available at license vendors, DNR properties and online at IN.gov/dnr/fishwild.

What's Up in Wells County

Free Spring
Gardening Classes offered
Free Spring Gardening Classes: at Janet's Garden Center, 1225 S. Scott St., Bluffton. Every Thursday 6:00-6:30 p.m. April-May. Check out our website for classes: www.janetsgardencenter.com or call 260-824-2695. May 7: Companion Planters. (Pd. Advt.)

Port-A-Pit Chicken May 3
The First Presbyterian Church Mission Committee is sponsoring a Port-A-Pit Chicken Carry-Out on Sunday, May 3, from 9:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Villa North Parking lot. Half a chicken is $5. Proceeds from the event will be used by the mission committee for future helping trips to disaster areas.
Covenant Christian Choir program
May 4
The Bluffton Covenant Christian School will hold their elementary choir program directed by Carla Alspaugh on May 4 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Sloppy Joes, chips, macaroni salad, cake and a drink will be offered for a donation from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Covenant Christian School open house May 4
Bluffton Covenant Christian School will have and open house May 4 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Applications and enrollments are still be taking for the 2009/2010 school year. Registration fee is $50 per person. Call the school office for an information packet or tour at 824-1203.

What's Up! (Free Comic Book Day tomorrow)

Boys & Girls Club Bake Sale May 9
The Wells Community Boys and Girls Club will sponsor a bake sale at Wal-mart Saturday May 9 from 10 a.m. to 2p.m. All proceeds go to the Boys and Girls Club It just takes one Campaign.

Huntington Senior Expo May 21
The fifth annual Huntington County Senior Expo will be held Thursday, May 21 at the Huntington University Field House from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The council is currently looking for volunteers to help make the event memorable for everyone. Anyone interested in helping can call 260-359-4410 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Free Spring
Gardening Classes offered
Free Spring Gardening Classes: at Janet's Garden Center, 1225 S. Scott St., Bluffton. Every Thursday 6:00-6:30 p.m. April-May. Check out our website for classes: www.janetsgardencenter.com or call 260-824-2695. May 7: Companion Planters. (Pd. Advt.)

Port-A-Pit Chicken May 3
The First Presbyterian Church Mission Committee is sponsoring a Port-A-Pit Chicken Carry-Out on Sunday, May 3, from 9:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Villa North Parking lot. Half a chicken is $5. Proceeds from the event will be used by the mission committee for future helping trips to disaster areas.

Covenant Christian Choir program
May 4
The Bluffton Covenant Christian School will hold their elementary choir program directed by Carla Alspaugh on May 4 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Sloppy Joes, chips, macaroni salad, cake and a drink will be offered for a donation from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Covenant Christian School open house May 4
Bluffton Covenant Christian School will have and open house May 4 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Applications and enrollments are still be taking for the 2009/2010 school year. Registration fee is $50 per person. Call the school office for an information packet or tour at 824-1203.

What's Up in Wells County

Fish and tenderloin event May 2 at
Villa North Mall
The First Church of Christ will sponsor a fish and tenderloin event Saturday, May 2 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Villa North Mall (near Subway). D&D Fish Fry will provide the fish and tenderloins.
Members of the First Church of Christ will provide baked goods for sale.
Proceeds will be used for the summer children's ministry programs. Programs are open to all Wells County children.

Author Carolyn
Morris at
Huntington Library May 4
Huntington City-Twp. Public Library welcomes local author Carolyn Morris to an author visit and book signing at 6:30 pm on Monday, May 4, 2009 at the Main Library, 200 W. Market Street, Huntington.
A Huntington resident since the age of 17, Morris will discuss the writing of her family memoir, The Journey, Dreams, and AnnaBelle, the steps she took to get it published, and the people who inspired her to write it. Based on her own experiences, and the lives of her mother and grandparents, The Journey, The Dreams, and AnnaBelle is Morris’ first book. She is currently preparing to write a sequel, based on her mother’s adventures, that she plans to title AnnaBelle.
Copies of Morris’ book will be available for purchase at the event, and the author will be happy to sign them. No purchase is required to attend, and the public is invited. For more information, contact the Library at 260-356-0824.

Dianne Ross to speak at The King's Place May 2
A healing and deliverance service for women entitled “Is God big Enough” will be held Saturday, May 2 from noon to 2 p.m. at The King's Plac at 118 W. Market Street, Blufton.
Local author M. Dianne Ross, author of “When He Heals” will speak about her autobiographical book. There will also be a time set aside for prayer.

Limberlost Nature Day May 9
Limberlost Nature Day will be held Saturday, May 9 at Geneva.
From 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. there will be a Birding for Beginners led by Morris Gevirtz of Ball State University. It will be held in the Loblolly Marsh Wetland Preserve. Learn bird identification based on flight patterns, silhouettes, behaviors and song. Use birding scopes and enjoy a tour of the marsh.
At 10:30 a.m. a Raptor Release at the Loblolly Marsh parking lot will take place by Diana Shaffer of Wildlife Resqu Haus of Yorktown.
From 11 a.m. to noon there will be a lunch break. Those attending should bring a sack lunch.
From noon to 2 p.m. Nature Programs at the Limberlost education center located in the carriage house behind the Limberlost Cabin. Watch “Close Encounters with Avians,” a program featuring Dwain Michael who shares personal stories about birds.
Cost for the day is $3 per person. Children age three and younger are free. For more information call 260-368-7428 or email: jfallcr@dnr.in.gov.

Annual Kite Day May 10
The Mid-American Windmill Museum will host their annual Kite Day May 10, 2009 at 732 S. Allen Chapel Road (CR 1000E) on the east side of Kendallville fro 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Local kite enthusiast Dr. Tom Jansen will fly all kinds of kites. Hoosier Kiteflyers will be on hand to help kids build their own FREE sled kites. Every child age 12 and younger will receive a free Personal Pan Pizza coupon.
Those attending are welcome to bring their own kits and compete for prizes.
All kites must fly for at least two minutes to be eligible for prizes. Trophies will be awarded at 3 p.m.
Snacks will be available throughout the day. A small admission fee will be charged for those over age 12. For more information call 260-347-2334 or log onto: www.midamericawindmillmuseum.com.

Club Calendar

Monday, May 4
Tri Kappa Associate Chapter--Carol Yoder's home; 6 p.m. Spring dinner.
Past Noble Grand Club--Corner Depot; 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 5
The Creative Quilter’s Quilt guild--Country Creations; 5:30 p.m.. Directions: Go 1/2 mile south of Ind. 124 at Preble. Betty Johnloz will be teaching a lesson called “A Mile a Minute”. Show and tell. Visitors welcome.
Wednesday, May 6
Study Club--First United Methodist Church; 12:45 p.m.
Saturday, May 9
Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One--American Legion Post 82, 3501 Harris Road, Fort Wayne. Meeting at 9 a.m. Breakfast at 7 a.m.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
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.
Every Thursday
Overcomers Outreach — South Wayne United Methodist Church, 3500 S. Wayne Ave.;7-8 p.m. 260-745-2933.
TOPS — First United Methodist Church; 6:30 weigh-in. 7 p.m. meeting.
Let's Play Bingo! — Cowboy's Restaurant in Bluffton on Main Street every Thursday night at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Coon Hunters Assoc.

What's Up (with this flu stuff? yuck!)

Fish and tenderloin event May 2 at
Villa North Mall
The First Church of Christ will sponsor a fish and tenderloin event Saturday, May 2 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Villa North Mall (near Subway). D&D Fish Fry will provide the fish and tenderloins.
Members of the First Church of Christ will provide baked goods for sale.
Proceeds will be used for the summer children's ministry programs. Programs are open to all Wells County children.

Author Carolyn
Morris at
Huntington Library May 4
Huntington City-Twp. Public Library welcomes local author Carolyn Morris to an author visit and book signing at 6:30 pm on Monday, May 4, 2009 at the Main Library, 200 W. Market Street, Huntington.
A Huntington resident since the age of 17, Morris will discuss the writing of her family memoir, The Journey, Dreams, and AnnaBelle, the steps she took to get it published, and the people who inspired her to write it. Based on her own experiences, and the lives of her mother and grandparents, The Journey, The Dreams, and AnnaBelle is Morris’ first book. She is currently preparing to write a sequel, based on her mother’s adventures, that she plans to title AnnaBelle.
Copies of Morris’ book will be available for purchase at the event, and the author will be happy to sign them. No purchase is required to attend, and the public is invited. For more information, contact the Library at 260-356-0824.

Dianne Ross to speak at The King's Place May 2
A healing and deliverance service for women entitled “Is God big Enough” will be held Saturday, May 2 from noon to 2 p.m. at The King's Plac at 118 W. Market Street, Blufton.
Local author M. Dianne Ross, author of “When He Heals” will speak about her autobiographical book. There will also be a time set aside for prayer.

Limberlost Nature Day May 9
Limberlost Nature Day will be held Saturday, May 9 at Geneva.
From 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. there will be a Birding for Beginners led by Morris Gevirtz of Ball State University. It will be held in the Loblolly Marsh Wetland Preserve. Learn bird identification based on flight patterns, silhouettes, behaviors and song. Use birding scopes and enjoy a tour of the marsh.
At 10:30 a.m. a Raptor Release at the Loblolly Marsh parking lot will take place by Diana Shaffer of Wildlife Resqu Haus of Yorktown.
From 11 a.m. to noon there will be a lunch break. Those attending should bring a sack lunch.
From noon to 2 p.m. Nature Programs at the Limberlost education center located in the carriage house behind the Limberlost Cabin. Watch “Close Encounters with Avians,” a program featuring Dwain Michael who shares personal stories about birds.
Cost for the day is $3 per person. Children age three and younger are free. For more information call 260-368-7428 or email: jfallcr@dnr.in.gov.

Annual Kite Day May 10
The Mid-American Windmill Museum will host their annual Kite Day May 10, 2009 at 732 S. Allen Chapel Road (CR 1000E) on the east side of Kendallville fro 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Local kite enthusiast Dr. Tom Jansen will fly all kinds of kites. Hoosier Kiteflyers will be on hand to help kids build their own FREE sled kites. Every child age 12 and younger will receive a free Personal Pan Pizza coupon.
Those attending are welcome to bring their own kits and compete for prizes.
All kites must fly for at least two minutes to be eligible for prizes. Trophies will be awarded at 3 p.m.
Snacks will be available throughout the day. A small admission fee will be charged for those over age 12. For more information call 260-347-2334 or log onto: www.midamericawindmillmuseum.com.

Bluffton Parks Department

Free Women’s Self Defense Class – Will be held May 16th from 9-12 in the City Gym for ladies age 14 and up. Students will learn pressure point techniques to defend themselves from attackers and receive self defense sticks. Must call 824-6069 to register by May 15.

Bluffton Parks Department in cooperation with Life Church will be hosting a Bus Tour on May 21st from 7am-5pm. Tour includes a stop at Wick’s Pie Factory, Silver Towne and Ghyslain’s Chocolate Factory. Cost is $15 and lunch is on your own at Mrs. Wicks Restaurant. To purchase a ticket stop by the Clerk Treasurer’s office in City Hall. For more information please call 824-6069.

Swim Lesson Registration is May 16th from 10:30-12:30 at the WC Pool. Lessons are M-W-F in June or July for 3 weeks for students who have completed Kindergarten and older. New Tot swim is for children 4-pre K for 3 Saturday lessons in July from 11-11:45 with a parent. Cost for any swim lesson is $5.50 per child. For more information call 824-6069.

½ day summer kids camp - Children finishing K-3rd grade may participate in a M-W-F camp from 8am – noon. Students will receive an hour gymnastic lesson, an hour tennis lesson, free play & snack, and an hour of swim lesson. Cost is $30 for June 8-26th or July 6-24th. Call to register at 824-6069. Limited enrollment.

Fort Harrison State Park WW II Days, May 16 & 17

Indiana DNR Release:

World War II Days are coming to Fort Harrison State Park, May 16 and 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.

Featured events include weapons demonstrations, a simulated grenade toss for kids, an indoor display honoring Veterans, and a tactical battle re-enactment, May 16, at 2 p.m.

In case of inclement weather, activities may be moved inside the Visitors Center. Food will be available for purchase. The program is open to the public.

There is no fee for this program; however, park entrance fees of $5 per vehicle for Indiana residents and $7 per vehicle for non-residents will apply.

What's Up in Wells County

Saturday in the Park with Charity Auction May 2
Saturday in the Park is back! It will be held Saturday, May 2 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Wells County 4-H Fairgrounds in Bluffton.
There will be a car, bike and truck show (The Boyz of Summer Gearhead Run‚, entertainment with a live DJ, concessions and more.
There will also be a Charity Auction with one of a kind artwork from the “Pinstripers.” All proceeds will go toward the purchase of a handicapped equiped van for Connor Whitesell. There will also be a booth set up to sell t-shirts and signs and to take donations. There is also an account set up for Connor at Wells Fargo Bank.

Feast of Hunters' Moon Oct. 10-11
The Tippecanoe County Historical Association of Lafayette, will sponsor the 42nd annual Feast of the Hunters' Moon Oct. 10 and 11, 2009. The “Feast” derives its name from the moon cycles of the Miami Indian calendar and is held annually along the banks of the Wabash River in the fall during the phase of the “Hunters' Moon.” The event represents the time of homecoming, feasting, dancing and celebrating from the earliest days of historic Fort Ouiatenon.Call 765-476-8411 or log onto: www.tippecanoehistory.org.

Chamber Business AFTER Hours at Steve's Landscape

Steve's Landscape
2275 N. Main Street


Join Wells County Chamber of Commerce for a Springtime Cookout with Brats & Burgers and tour Steve's beautiful new landscape facility.

Thursday, April 30th
from 5:00 to 7:00 pm
Door Prizes awarded at 6 pm

Chamber Give-A-Way is up to $100*

"All Chamber members are entered. Must be present to win.

CREATE A FAIRY GARDEN @ THE LIBRARY

Attract the "wee folk" by creating your own Fairy Garden with horticulturist Carrie Pence at the Wells County Public Library on Wednesday, May 13 at 6:30 p.m. Build your garden alone or work as a team with your favorite fairy friend. Bring a shallow container with drainage that holds, at most, seven quarts of soil. Carrie, of Janet’s Garden Center, will provide the rest of the materials. Class fee of $20 due at registration. Class size limited. For more information or to sign up, stop by the library, or call 260-824-1612, or register online at www.wellscolibrary.org.

Club Calendar

Tuesday, April 27
Creative Stitchers Quilt Guild — Country Creation’s; 6:30 pm. Eleanor Gregory will do a charm quilt presentation. New officers will be elected at this meeting. The Clothesline block of the month will be “Double Pinwheel” in colors of your choice. Visitors are welcome. Show and Tell. Country Creations is located a half-mile south of Preble on County Road 400W.
Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild--Social Corner at Swiss Village, Berne; 7 p.m. Kathy Diveley will present a trunk show on wearable art. Show & Tell, door prizes. Bring donations for Swiss Days door prizes (magazines, patterns, fat quarters, books). For questions call 260-589-0051.
Sigma Phi Gamma Sorority--Social at Ugaldies Restaurant; 6:30 p.m. Betty Covault will be the hostess. Call 824-2180.
Wednesday, April 29
Bluffton Garden Club--Meet at Dutch Mill Plaza Parking lot to carpool to visit the Berne area amish greenhouses. Friends are welcome to attend; 9 a.m.

Monday, May 4
Tri Kappa Associate Chapter--Carol Yoder's home; 6 p.m. Spring dinner.

Go See, Go Do (It's good for the economy)

BLUFFTON
THE GOSPEL BARN
The Gospel Barn, 3550 St. Rd. 1 south, Bluffton. Doors open at 6 p.m., pre-concert at 7 p.m., featured artist at 7:30 p.m., Admission $5 adults & free to those 12 and under. Concessions. 260-827-0362 or at www.goselbarnofbluffton.com
THE THURSTONS—Saturday, May 2, from Holt, MI
TODD ALLEN FAMILY—Saturday, May 9, from Branson, MO.

BRYANT
GOODTIMES THEATRE AT BEARCREEK FARM’
NEW ODYSSEY—Friday, May 1, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $25 dinner & show.
HUGHES BROTHERS FROM BRANSON—Saturday, May 2, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35 dinner & show.
JIMMY BEAUMONT & THE SKYLINERS—Friday, May 8, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $25 dinner & show.
JIMMY FORTUNE OF THE STATLER BROTHERS—Saturday, May 9, 2 & 7:30 p.m., $35 dinner & show.
For more information and reservations call 260-997-6822 or check out www.bearcreekfarms.com

FORT WAYNE PHILHARMONIC CONCERTS
MASTERWORKS CONCERT—Saturday, May 9, 8 p.m., Embassy Theatre. “Passion in Dance and Song.”
POPS ON PIPES GRANDE PAGE ORGAN CONCERT—Sunday, May 10, 2 p.m. featuring Cletus Goens II and the FW Children’s Choir, tickets $14 adults & $7 for students.
There is a wide range of ticket prices for each series and for more information call 260-456-2224 or visit www.fortwaynephilharmonic.com Tickets at 260-481-0777.

FW’S SCIENCE CENTRAL EVENTS
EXHIBIT—Mission E: Exploring Engineering & Architecture—through May.
SUMMER SCIENCE CAMPS—Camps to run from June 8 to Aug. 14, for those ages 3 to 15, middle school students and those with special needs. For more information call 260-424-2400 ext. 451 or at www.sciencecenttral.org
Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Extended hours during March, April and May on Saturdays until 9 p.m. Admission is $7 for all except free to those 3 and under. More information at 260-424-2400 or at www.sciencecentral.org

FORT WAYNE COLISEUM EVENTS
KNIFE & GUN SHOW—Saturday and Sunday, May 16-17, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. $6 adults, $2 kids 6-12 and free to those 6 and under.
JEFF DUNHAM—May 30, 8 p.m.. $44.50
KEITH URBAN & TAYLOR SWIFT—Sunday, June 7, $20.
CELTIC WOMAN—Wednesday, June 24, 7:30 p.m., $40 & $57.
Tickets via Ticketmaster, Coliseum box office or by phone at 260-424-1811.
FW’S EMBASSY THEATRE EVENTS.
OAK RIDGE BOYS—Wednesday, May 6, 7:30 p.m., $39.50 & $34.50.
TRIBUTE TO WALTER PAYTON—Wednesday, May 20, 7 p.m., speaker Dan Hampton, tickets $34 & $24.
AL JARREAU—Saturday, May 16, 8 p.m., $45, $50 & $55.
RON WHITE—Friday, June 5 7:30 p.m., $42.75.
DEREK TRUCKS BAND—Thursday, June 11, 7:30 p.m., tickets $29.75 & $39.75.
Ticket information at 260-424-1811 or through Ticketmaster. For groups of 20 or more call 260-420-3344.

Club Calendar

Tuesday, April 27
Creative Stitchers Quilt Guild — Country Creation’s; 6:30 pm. Eleanor Gregory will do a charm quilt presentation. New officers will be elected at this meeting. The Clothesline block of the month will be “Double Pinwheel” in colors of your choice. Visitors are welcome. Show and Tell. Country Creations is located a half-mile south of Preble on County Road 400W.
Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild--Social Corner at Swiss Village, Berne; 7 p.m. Kathy Diveley will present a trunk show on wearable art. Show & Tell, door prizes. Bring donations for Swiss Days door prizes (magazines, patterns, fat quarters, books). For questions call 260-589-0051.
Sigma Phi Gamma Sorority--Social at Ugaldies Restaurant; 6:30 p.m. Betty Covault will be the hostess. Call 824-2180.

Wednesday, April 29
Bluffton Garden Club--Meet at Dutch Mill Plaza Parking lot to carpool to visit the Berne area amish greenhouses. Friends are welcome to attend; 9 a.m.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.
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.

What's Up Monday!

Legion Family Golf Tourney June 7
The Legion Family Golf Tourney date is set for Sunday June 7 at Timber Ridge Golf Course north of Bluffton. Shotgun tee off time at 8 a.m. Cost is $200 for four players per team. Minimum of two Legion, Aux, or SAL members per team The Post 111 will be open at noon for all Legion members and guest.
The awards and meal will be at the Post for all team members. Food will be available to non players for a donation.
There will be a sign up at the Post for teams and helpers. The team fees need to be paid at time of sign up to guarantee your spot.
The tourney is hoisted by the Post 111 Son of Ameican Legion with proceeds going to local youth, SAL and Legion charities.

Master Gardeners looking for Garden Walk participants
The Master Gardeners are looking for flower gardens/lawns to show in their Garden Walk in July. You do not need to be a Master Gardener, just have a unique flower garden. They have to be in Wells County, preferably near Bluffton or in the southern part of Wells County.
Call Jim Gass 260-638-4730 or Pat Wall after 9 .a.m. at 260-824-1855.

Club Calendar

Saturday, April 25
River Terrace Estates--Big Band music with Doyle and Donna Brown; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, April 26
River Terrace Estates--Susie Wood with her vocal students; 2:30 p.m. in AL.

Tuesday, April 27
Creative Stitchers Quilt Guild — Country Creation’s; 6:30 pm. Eleanor Gregory will do a charm quilt presentation. New officers will be elected at this meeting. The Clothesline block of the month will be “Double Pinwheel” in colors of your choice. Country Creations is located a half-mile south of Preble on County Road 400W.

Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild--Social Corner at Swiss Village, Berne; 7 p.m. Kathy Diveley will present a trunk show on wearable art. Bring donations for Swiss Days door prizes. Call 260-589-0051.

Sigma Phi Gamma Sorority--Social at Ugaldies Restaurant; 6:30 p.m. Betty Covault will be the hostess. Call 824-2180.

What's Up! (The sun--finally!)

Free
Spring Gardening Classes offered
Free Spring Gardening Classes: at Janet's Garden Center, 1225 S. Scott St., Bluffton. Every Thursday 6:00-6:30 p.m. April-May. Check out our website for classes: www.janetsgardencenter.com or call 260-824-2695. April 30: Combination Planters. (Pd. Advt.)

Democrat
Port-a-Pit chicken sale April 26
The Wells County Democratic Party will sponsor a Nelson's Port-a-Pit Chicken Sunday, April 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Villa North Mall on North Main Street.
Tickets are $5 for a half chicken and can be purchased by calling 824-4039. Extra chicken will be available. (Pd. Advt.)

Purses by Jerry
May 27
The Liberty Center United Methodist Church will host a presentation by Jerry Shaw on Monday, April 27, at 7 p.m. in the church fellowship hall.
She will display several of her purses, totes, backpacks, travel bags, and car waste containers. Items will be for sale, and she will also take orders. Fifteen percent of the sales will be donated to the parsonage project. For more information, call 824-3807.

Tri-State Bluegrass Festival
May 21-24
The 33rd annual Spring Tri-State Bluegrass Festival will be held over Memorial Day weekend May 21-24 at the Noble County 4-H Fairgrounds in Kendallville.
In addition to the stage shows, there will be plenty of music around the camp fires, day and night, and pickers are welcome and encouraged to join in.
There will be three large covered areas at the stage and concession stands with a variety of food, novelties, compact discs and tapes. Limited bleacher seating is available, so lawn chairs are suggested.
Performing bands include: All4Hym, Carefree Highway, Coaltown, Vince Combs and Shadetree, Echo Valley, Freight Hoppers, James Creek Road, NE Indiana Suzuki Fiddlers, New Southern Drive, Palmer Divide, Rock Islannd Plow Co. and Frank Solivan and Dirty Ktichen.
A weekend pass is $25 and includes camping, limited electric. Water is $5 extra.
Daily passes are $8 on Friday, $15 on Saturday and $12 on Sunday. For more information call 260-432-4485, email: S9press@BuegrassUSA.net or log onto: www.BluegrasssUSAnet.

Annual ACD
Festival will be held Sept. 3-7
The Auburn Cord Duesenberg Festival, the World’s Greatest Classic Car Show and Celebration, is scheduled for Sept. 3 through 7.
Festival activities include GuitarFest, a garage tour, the Hoosier Tour, a downtown cruise-in with 600-plus vehicles, the "Sundaes on Friday" ice cream social, the Kid’s Art tent, a kiddy tractor pull, the Kruse Collector Car Auction, a Night Parade, two Antique Shows, an Arts and Crafts Show, a Downtown Historical Tour, Cemetery Tour, Mascot Olympics and much more.
For additional information or to receive your free schedule of events with a complete list of all events, contact the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Festival at (260) 925-3600 or www.acdfestival.org.

Area Stuff to Do

PORTLAND
ARTS PLACE EVENTS
THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT! SERIES— Colorado Children’s Chorale, Saturday, April 25. All programs begin at 7:30 p.m. For more information go to www.artsland.org or call 260-726-4809.
Arts Place is located at 131 East Walnut St., Portland. 260-726-4809 or www.artsland.org

WARSAWWAGON WHEEL THEATRE.
SAWYER BROWN—Saturday, April 18, 7 & 9:30 p.m., $38.

Club Calendar

Saturday, April 25
River Terrace Estates--Big Band music with Doyle and Donna Brown; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, April 26
River Terrace Estates--Susie Wood with her vocal students; 2:30 p.m. in AL.

Tuesday, April 27
Creative Stitchers Quilt Guild — Country Creation’s; 6:30 pm. Eleanor Gregory will do a charm quilt presentation. New officers will be elected at this meeting. The Clothesline block of the month will be “Double Pinwheel” in colors of your choice. Visitors are welcome. Show and Tell. Country Creations is located a half-mile south of Preble on County Road 400W.
Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild--Social Corner at Swiss Village, Berne; 7 p.m. Kathy Diveley will present a trunk show on wearable art. Show & Tell, door prizes. Bring donations for Swiss Days door prizes (magazines, patterns, fat quarters, books). For questions call 260-589-0051.
Sigma Phi Gamma Sorority--Social at Ugaldies Restaurant; 6:30 p.m. Betty Covault will be the hostess. Call 824-2180.

Wednesday, April 29
Bluffton Garden Club--Meet at Dutch Mill Plaza Parking lot to carpool to visit the Berne area amish greenhouses. Friends are welcome to attend; 9 a.m.

What's Up! (every day it's something new)

Smart Moves to meet every Wednesday
Smart Moves will meet every Wednesday from 4 to 5 p.m. from March 4 through April 22, 2009 at the Boys and Girls Club in Bluffton. Smart Moves is for those ages 13 to 18. For more information call 824-5070.

Smart Girls to meet every Wednesday
Smart Girls will meet from 5 to 6 p.m. every Wednesday from March 4 through April 22 at the Boys and Girls Club in Bluffton. Smart Girls is for those ages eight through 12. For more information call 824-5070.

Northern Indiana Fat & Skinny Tire Fest May 1-3
The sixth annual Northern Indiana Fat and Skinny Tire Fest will be ehld May 1 through May 3 at The Village at Winona at Winona Lake.
Friday will be the opening of the MTB trails and the festival kick-off evening event at Mad Anthony's Taphouse in downtown Warsaw.
On Saturday there will be Winona Lake tours, Greenway rides, BMX freestyle shows and more. There will b a Safety Bike Rodeo, Wild Ride Bike Art parade and more.
For more information log onto: www.fatandskinnytirefest.com.

Gear Head Run May 2
A Gearhead Run will be held Saturday, May 2 at the Wells County 4-H Fairgrounds in Bluffton. Registration will be from 8 a.m. to noon. There is a $10 registration fee.
There will be cars, trucks, bikes and Pinstripers Panel Jam and a charity auction. Awards and dash plaques will be given. Door prizes, entertainment, a live DJ and vendors will be available.

Birding at Acres May 5
Members of the Cardinal Audubon Bird Club will meet for birding at Acres Along the Wabash Tuesday, May 5 at 4:30 p.m.
Acres Along the Wabash Nature Preserve is located in Wells County. Take State Road 1 for one mile to State Road 116 (Dustman Road). and turn left (west). Follow State Road 116 through Murray (approximately 4.6 miles). The Preserve is on the left, 1.25 miles past Murray.

United Way Golf Ball Drop June 11
The United Way of Wells County will sponsor a Charity Golf Ball Drop Thursday, June 11 at Timber Ridge Golf Course;
Numbered golf balls will be dropped by a bucket truck at 12:15 p.m. The first ball in the hole will win $500.
Registration will begin at 10:30 a.m. The Golf Ball Drop will be at 12:15 p.m. Shotgun start will be at 12:30 p.m.
Balls are $10 each or six for $50. Those interested can send payment to: United Way of Wells County, 122 LaMar St., Suite 118, Bluffton, IN 46714. For more information call 260-824-5589.

WILD training class will be held on June 20
The Upper Wabash Interpretive Service will sponsor Project WILD training workshop from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 20 at Salamonie Reservoir's Interpretive Center. There is a $2 per person fee.
During the workshop home educators and leaders will take home two books full of well-researched and easy to use indoor and outdoor learning activities about wildlife and the environment to use with their youth.
For more information call 260-468-2127 or visit the www.dnr.in.gov/uwis Web site.

Club Calendar

Thursday, April 23
Loyal Neighbor's Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.

Saturday, April 25
River Terrace Estates--Big Band music with Doyle and Donna Brown; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, April 26
River Terrace Estates--Susie Wood with her vocal students; 2:30 p.m. in AL.

Tuesday, April 27
Creative Stitchers Quilt Guild — Country Creation’s; 6:30 pm. Eleanor Gregory will do a charm quilt presentation. New officers will be elected at this meeting. The Clothesline block of the month will be “Double Pinwheel” in colors of your choice. Visitors are welcome. Show and Tell. Country Creations is located a half-mile south of Preble on County Road 400W.
Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild--Social Corner at Swiss Village, Berne; 7 p.m. Kathy Diveley will present a trunk show on wearable art. Show & Tell, door prizes. Bring donations for Swiss Days door prizes (magazines, patterns, fat quarters, books). For questions call 260-589-0051.
Sigma Phi Gamma Sorority--Social at Ugaldies Restaurant; 6:30 p.m. Betty Covault will be the hostess. Call 824-2180.

Every Thursday
Overcomers Outreach — South Wayne United Methodist Church, 3500 S. Wayne Ave.;7-8 p.m. 260-745-2933.
TOPS — First United Methodist Church; 6:30 weigh-in. 7 p.m. meeting.
Let's Play Bingo! — Cowboy's Restaurant in Bluffton on Main Street every Thursday night at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Coon Hunters Assoc.

What's Up! Seniors

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.
Friday, April 24
1-4:30 p.m.—Pool: 8 Ball at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. Call 565-3000.
1-4:30 p.m.—Cards: All kinds at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. Call 565-3000.
Wednesday, April 29
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.

What's Up! (Earth Day) Wells County

Buddy, Dewy and Friends to perform April 26 at Dillman
The Dillman U.B. Church will sponsor a performance by Buddy, Dewy and Friends Sunday, April 26 at 2:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
The group is made up of 14 singing guys who will share avariety of music. Mike Schweikhardt and Larry Palmer are Buddy and Dewy. Bridget Schweikhardt is the creative director and Linda Walters is the music director.
Refreshments will follow the program. The chuch is located at 8888S-1100W-90 in Wells County. For more information call 260-375-2779. A love offering will be accepted during the event.

Deadline May 4 for senior citizens’
dinner
New Hope Lutheran Church, on the south edge of Ossian, will again host its quarterly Senior Citizens’ Dinner (for anyone in the community age 55 or better) on Thursday, May 7, at 11:30 a.m. Please come join us for a fun time! Join us for a hot meal, a sing-a-long with Ed Higgins, and entertainment by the Mossburg Strings. A free will offering will be taken to help defray the cost of the meal. Make reservation by calling the church office at 622-7954 by Monday, May 4.

Seniors lunch May 4 at Salamonie
Individuals age 50 and older will enjoy wildflowers at their best during the May 4 Senior's Luch at Salamonie Interpretive Center.
A meal will be held at 12:30 p.m. The meat dish will be provided. Those attending should bring a dish to share, their own table service and $1 donation to help defray the cost fo the provided meat dish.
Marvin McNew will present a program about wildflowers through power point slides. The group will then take a short walk on the Turkey Cove Trail to look for wildflowers.
To register call 260-468-2127 or log onto: www.dnr.IN.gov/uwis.

Circus coming to Warren May 7
The Kelly Miller Circus will be near the Warren Huggy Bear Quick Stop at the intersection of I-69 and SR5 Thursday May 7 at 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
The Circus is being sponsored by the Salamonie Active Mens Club. Tickets for children under 12 years old are $6 and adult tickets are $10. Tickets are available at the Warren Pharmacy.

Warren Alumni
Banquet May 9
The deadline for making a reservation for the Warren Alumni Banquet is fast approaching. The banquet will be held at t he Knight-Bergman Center in Warren Saturday, May 9. Social hour will be at 5:30 p.m. followed by dinner and the program at 6:30 p.m.
All former students, teachers and friends of the Warren School are encouraged to attend the events. The classes of 1949 and 1959 will be recognized as honored classes. All graduates from 1939 and before will also be recognized. Cost is $10 per person. To make a reservation call Jim Howell at 260-375-3048 or email: howellj@citznet.com.

Free Boater
Education Class
May 16
A free Boater Education Class is being offered May 16 by the INDR Law Enforcement Division and instructed by State Conservation officers at the Salamonie Interpretive Center.
Space is limited and pre-registration is required. To save a spot call 765-473-9722.
The Boater Education Class is required to operate a motorboat of 10hp or more on public waters in Indiana.
The course will cover the following: personal watercraft operation and use; proper personal flotation device use; state regulations and laws; nighttime operation concerns; basie first aid; what to do if involved in an accident.

Sound of Music
auditions May 28 & 30
The 2009 Berne Swiss Days celebration will include, as a feature event, the Broadway production “The Sound of Music,” to be presented in the South Adams High School Burkhalter Auditorium on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 24, 25 and 26.
Try-outs are now being scheduled and are open to area children, teens and adults. Auditions will be held Thursday, May 28, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. and Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Auditioning individuals should come prepared to sing a song from one of the following categories: Children, “My Favorite Things;” Women, “The Sound of Music;” and Men, “Edelweiss.” An accompanist will be provided for auditions, and call backs, if needed, will be Monday, June 1.
Children in the cast will begin rehearsing Monday, June 15. Adult cast members will begin rehearsing one week later on Monday, June 22, with rehearsals four nights each week until the July performances.
Interested individuals can schedule an audition by calling the Berne Chamber of Commerce office at (260) 589-8080.

Stuff to do around Wells County

FW’S SCIENCE CENTRAL EVENTS
EXHIBIT—Mission E: Exploring Engineering & Architecture—through May.
Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Extended hours during Mach, April and May on Saturdays until 9 p.m. Admission is $7 for all except free to those 3 and under. More information at 260-424-2400 or at www.sciencecentral.org

FORT WAYNE COLISEUM EVENTS
KNIFE & GUN SHOW—Saturday and Sunday, May 16-17, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. $6 adults, $2 kids 6-12 and free to those 6 and under.

JEFF DUNHAM—May 30, 8 p.m.. $44.50

KEITH URBAN & TAYLOR SWIFT—Sunday, June 7, $20.

CELTIC WOMAN—Wednesday, June 24, 7:30 p.m., $40 & $57.
Tickets via Ticketmaster, Coliseum box office or by phone at 260-424-1811.

FW’S EMBASSY THEATRE EVENTS
THE TEMPTATIONS—Sunday, April 19, 7 p.m., pre-show dinner by Club Soda, 5 p.m., $50 (includes tax & gratuity).

‘SPELLING BEE’—Monday, April 27. Pre-dinner available.

AL JARREAU—Saturday, May 16, 8 p.m., $45, $50 & $55.

RON WHITE—Friday, June 5 7:30 p.m., $42.75.
Ticket information at 260-424-1811 or through Ticketmaster. For groups of 20 or more call 260-420-3344.

FORT WAYNE
ARTLINK EVENTS

PRINT EXHIBITION—April 17 to May 20, 29th annual National Print Exhibition. Opening reception on Friday, April 17, 6 to 9 p.m. Join Christopher Ganz at 6 p.m. on April 17, for a walk through the exhibit.

HALLWAY GALLERY—Lisa Schwaberow Kaleidoscope photos.

HOURS— Tuesday through Thursday, noon to 5 p.m.; noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Artlink is located at 437 East Berry St., Fort Wayne. www.artlinkfw.com

WABASH
HONEYWELL CENTER EVENTS
SMOTHERS BROTHERS—Friday, April 17, 7:30 p.m., $15 to $75, featuring Yo-Yo Man.

DINO’S PIANO EXTRAVAGANZA—Saturday, April 18, 7:30 p.m.

JUNIE B. JONES—Monday, April 20, 10 a.m. and noon.

CIRQUE DREAMS JUNGLE FANTASY—Thursday, April 30, 7 p.m.

JERRY LEWIS—LIVE & IN PERSON—Friday, May 8, 7:30 p.m., tickets $28 to $100.

FRANKIE FORD, DODIE STEVENS—Sunday, May 31, 5 p.m., also The Contours and The Reflections.

MICHAEL BOLTON—Tuesday, July 28, 7:30 p.m., $39 to $125.

1964 THE TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES—Saturday, Aug. 15, 7:30 p.m., tickets $12 to $25.

SPIKE & THE BULL DOGS—Friday, Aug. 7, 8:30 p.m.
Information at 260-563-1102 or at www.honeywellcenter.org

VAN WERT, OHIO

NISWONGER ARTS CENTER ENTERTAINMENT,
HECTOR OLIVERA—Sunday, April 19, 3 p.m., one of the world’s greatest organists.

EVENING WITH COLIN MOCHRIE & BRAD SHERWOOD—Friday, May 1, 7:30 p.m., two improvisational comedians.

CLEVELAND POPS ORCHESTRA—Saturday, May 16, 7:30 p.m., classics and tribute to the armed forces.
Niswonger Performing Arts Center of Northwest Ohio in Van Wert, more information at 419-238-6722 or at www.npacvw.

What's Up! (with the weather?)

Norwell Dollars for Scholars accepting donations
The Norwell Dollars for Scholars Chapter is still accepting donations. This program provides scholarship to graduating Norwell High School seniors that have committed themselves to academic excellence.
Last year, Dollars for Scholars raised over $32,000 and awarded 50 scholarships to Norwell students. The awards ceremony will be held May 15, 2009.
Anyone wanting to contribute can make checks payable to: Norwell Dollars for Scholars and mail to: P.O. Box 86, Ossian, IN 46777.

Friends of the
Shelter benefit garage sale
April 24 & 25
A garage sale will be held Friday, April 24, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday, April 25, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the 4-H Community Center. Bakers rack, 2 man inflatable raft, book bags, 50 quart coolers, microwaves, printer, Snoopy dog house storage bin, Garfield storage bin, apple baskets, VCR, dishes, blue roaster and much more. No early arrivals please! All proceeds to benefit Friends of the Shelter.

Concert at Covenant Christian School April 24
Bluffton Covenant Christian School will sponsor a bluegrass, southern gospel concert fundraiser on April 24th at 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served for a donation. The school is located a mile south of Krogers.

Port-a-Pit Chicken April 24
The Bluffton Optimist Club will sponsor a Nelson's Port-a-Pit Chicken fundraiser Friday, April 24 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Villa North Mall on North Main Street, Bluffton.
Cost is $5.50 for a helf chicken. Tickets are available from any Bluffton Optimist member. Carry-out will be available. All proceeds will be used to sponsor youth activities in Wells County.

Club Calendar

Tuesday, April 21
Ossian Garden group--Brew Ha! in Ossian; 6:30 p.m. Tom Woodard will be talk about what to be plant and how to prepare soil in April. Questions and answers.

Thursday, April 23
Loyal Neighbor's Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.

Saturday, April 25
River Terrace Estates--Big Band music with Doyle and Donna Brown; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, April 26
River Terrace Estates--Susie Wood with her vocal students; 2:30 p.m. in AL.

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

Creative Happenings

Visit the Creative Arts Council’s Balentine Gallery at the Arts, Commerce & Visitors Centre, 211 West Water Street, Bluffton, Indiana 46714 ~ 260-824-5222 ~ wellscocreativearts.com
Find event/membership information, view exhibits, purchase tickets, take classes or volunteer.
Hours: Mon.-Fri.10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Thurs. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. or by arrangement.
IN THE BALENTINE GALLERY
Exhibit Open House: Tri Kappa High School Art Show April 19 - May 20, 2009 and Annual Children’s Art Exhibit April 19 - May 8, 2009. Open House, awards reception for the student artists Sunday, April 19, at 1-3 p.m. Gallery exhibits are free of charge to guest.
Coming June 1-July 12 Visages of The Original Peoples Photographs of Native Americans in a touring exhibit from Indiana University’s Mathers Museum, in coordination with the PBS documentary, We Shall Remain.
School of Ballet
Mark the family calendar for the students’ stage production of the ballet “Gala Performance” Sunday, May 17, free of charge. Rehearsals on Saturdays will be scheduled by teachers. Photos of dancers in costume April 25.
Learning OPPORTUNITIES
Rhapsody, Rhythm and Rhyme: Developmental music for toddlers and their adults with Cindy Lemmen. New session begins April 20-May 11 Mondays from 10-10:45 a.m.
Adult Acting Class: Come refine your acting skills and prepare for Spring/Summer auditions with instructor Stephanie Young. Sessions are from 7 - 8 p.m. for 6 Mondays; April 13-May 18. $50 fee. Strengthen stage skills for auditions and roles.
Events
Smooth Jam Fest at the Brew Ha! in downtown Ossian, Fri. April 17 at 7-10 p.m. Sign up by calling Stephanie, 260-824-5222 or the Brew Ha!
Open Mic Poetry Reading in Balentine Gallery 7 p.m., tonight, Monday, April 20; open to poets, guests, and listeners! FREE w/coffeehouse atmosphere and snacks provided.
Taylor University Concert Chorale, April 26 at 3 p.m. at Life Auditorium. FREE of charge
Benefit Art Auction Dinner, May 1st, 5 p.m. Preview, 6 p.m. Dinner, 7 p.m. Gavel; $30 per guest
Groups
Artists in Action paint on Fridays from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. in Studio B by arrangement.
Wells Writers Workshop will meet Tuesday, April 14, 5-6:30 p.m. to free write in the company of peer writers. Open to area writers, poets. Free of charge. Discussion meeting: April 28.
Readers Circle next meets on April 21 for topic TBA
Mark the Date
June 12-13-14: “Godspell” at Life Auditorium with Wells Community Theater
June 25: Patriotic Pops Concert at Ouabache State Park 7 p.m. FREE
THANK-YOUS
* To Stephanie Lewis Robertson, The Cathedral Museum, First United Methodist Church, First Reformed Church, First Presbyterian Churach, Life Community Church, Dave Pribble, Unitarians of Fort Wayne and First Episcopal Church for their entries in the recent Fabric of Faith exhibit and all who viewed it.
* To Kathy McClanahan for her second workshop at CAC teaching a hummingbird and spring flowers painting
* To Stephanie Young for hosting a Jam at the Brew Ha!
* To everyone who turned out for the student exhibit open house and Tri Kappa hostesses
ART QUOTE
‘To the complaint, ‘There are no people in these photographs,’ I respond, ‘There are always two people: the photographer and the viewer.--Ansel Adams (1902-1984.)

Activities of the Creative Arts Council are supported by memberships, sponsors and grants from funders including Arts United, a regional agency; the Indiana Arts Commission, a state agency; and the National Endowment for the Arts, a national agency. “A great nation deserves great art!”

What's Up in Wells County

Democrat Port-a-Pit chicken sale April 26
The Wells County Democratic Party will sponsor a Nelson's Port-a-Pit Chicken Sunday, April 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Villa North Mall on North Main Street.
Tickets are $5 for a half chicken and can be purchased by calling 824-4039. Extra chicken will be available. (Pd. Advt.)

Wesleyan Heritage enrolling students for 2009-2010
Wesleyan Heritage Academy, located at 410 W. Cherry St., Bluffton, is now accepting applications for the 2009-10 school year.
Wesleyan Heritage Academy is a ministry of The Bluffton Wesleyan Chapel. The Academy utilizes the Accelerated Christian Education program, and is a Model School within this International program. WHA offers an Accredited diploma through its dual enrollment program.
For more information please contact the school administrator Pastor Chad Clark at 260-824-4431.

Boys & Girls Club fundraiser April 23 at Taco Bell
Members of the Wells Community Boys and Girls Club will participate in a fundraiser at Taco Bell in Bluffton Thursday, April 23.
Taco Bell restaurants across the U.S. will donate 15 percent of their gross sales Thursday, April 23, 2009 to the Taco Bell Foundation for Teens.
The one day fundraiser is part of a $5 million annual giving goal that will fund Boys and Girls Clubs of America's national Keystone program. For more information log onto: www.tacobellgraduation.com.

Volunteer
Community
Support Work Day April 23
Members of the Wells County Extension Homemakers will host their Spring Volunteer Community Support Work Day Thursday, April 23 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the meeting room in the Wells Community 4-H Building. Those attending do not have to be sewers. They just have to bring their best cutting scissors. Those attending do not have to be members of the club.
There will be a carry-in lunch. Volunteers are asked to bring a dish to share.
For more information call Carol Baker at 260-622-7422.

Robot Junction April 23 at Science Central
Robot Junction, Science Central's newest permanent exhibit, will feature control panels that allow visitors to maneuver robotic arms in an attempt to accomplish simple tasks.
A Ribbon Cutting will take place Thursday, April 23 at 9:30 a.m.
For more information call 260-424-2400, ext. 441.

The Closet Needs Boys Clothes!

The Closet at Wells County Family Centered Services is in desperate need of boys clothes for spring and summer, sizes 0 to 6X.
Donations may be dropped off at 123 S. Marion Street. Or call 824-8574 and ask for Keely.

Club Calendar

Saturday, April 18
River Terrace Estates--JoAnn Schwartz playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Cardinal Bird Club hike--meet at the Wells Community swimming pool parking lot at 8:30 a.m.
Sunday, April 19
River Terrace Estates--Leann Johnson Piano students; 2:30 p.m.
Monday, April 20
Crescent Chapter 48 OES--Masonic Temple; 6:30 p.m. Carry-in supper with fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy as the main dish. WGP Henry Huff will be attending. Officers should dress formal.
Tuesday, April 21
Chester Nightclubbers--Pizza Hut in Bluffton; noon.
Ossian Garden group--Brew Ha! in Ossian; 6:30 p.m. Tom Woodard will be talk about what to be plant and how to prepare soil in April. Questions and answers.
Thursday, April 23
Loyal Neighbor's Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.m.
Every Tuesday
Optimist Club — Meets each Tuesday morning at 6:45 a.m. at Corner Depot Restaurant in Bluffton.

(The Sun is) What's Up!

'Moms' Morning Out' meets each Thursday
Moms' Morning Out, for all mothers of infants and toddlers, is held each Thursday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Bluffton Regional Center's North Building (behind Walgreen's). Those attending need to enter on the north side of the building. There is no charge no is there any reservation needed.
This is a program designed and facilitated by Lynn Apple, BA, IBCLC with discussions about child discipline coping skills, breast feeding, health tips and any other subject that a mom might need to talk about. There is organized play and physical activity for toddlers and preschoolers thanks to many volunteers. For more information call Lynne at 260-565-4543.

Free Spring Gardening Classes offered
Free Spring Gardening Classes: at Janet's Garden Center, 1225 S. Scott St., Bluffton. Every Thursday 6:00-6:30 p.m. April-May. Check out our website for classes: www.janetsgardencenter.com or call 260-824-2695. April 23: Container Gardening. (Pd. Advt.)

Credit score info seminar April 20
Borrowing money for college, buying your first house, looking for good interest rates...? Find out how your credit score effects your banking future in “To Your Credit” Monday, April 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wells County Public Library. This free seminar by Paula Johnson of Three Rivers Federal Credit Union is great for 20-somethings and young professionals planning their futures. No registration needed. For more information, call the library at 260-824-1612.

Broad Ripple Art Fair May 16-17
With the arrival of spring comes the annual Broad Ripple Art Fair in Indianapolis, Indiana. The highly anticipated event in Broad Ripple Village, Indianapolis’s diverse, arts and entertainment epicenter, will showcase art from over 225 artists from around the country.
The historic two-day fair will take place on May 16-17, marking the 39th annual Broad Ripple Art Fair.
Located on Indianapolis’s north side, the art fair is an affordable, accessible and fun family event. The fair features live entertainment, a child’s events, craft and game area, food, drink, shopping and more!
Hours on Saturday will be from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday hours will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults at the gate and $2 for children ages three through 12.
Discounted adult tickets are available in advance for $12 April 6 through May 15 at the Art Center, the Artsgarden, select Fifth Third Bank and Marsh Supermarket locations and online at www.IndplsArtCenter.org/BRAFtix.
For more information call 317-255-2464, email Exhibs@IndplsArtCenter.org or visit www.IndplsArtCenter.org.

Club Calendar

Saturday, April 18
River Terrace Estates--JoAnn Schwartz playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.
Cardinal Bird Club hike--meet at the Wells Community swimming pool parking lot at 8:30 a.m.
Sunday, April 19
River Terrace Estates--Leann Johnson Piano students; 2:30 p.m.
Monday, April 20
Crescent Chapter 48 OES--Masonic Temple; 6:30 p.m. Carry-in supper with fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy as the main dish. WGP Henry Huff will be attending. Officers should dress formal.
Tuesday, April 21
Chester Nightclubbers--Pizza Hut in Bluffton; noon.
Thursday, April 23
Loyal Neighbor's Club--Corner Depot; 11:30 a.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.

Hey--Que Paso?

Honor bricks for sale at veterans' memorial
Do you know a veteran or a special friend, loved one or family member who served in any war or who has a MIA or KIA or POW?
You can purchase a memorial brick in their name to be placed at the Korean War Era Veterans Memorial Honor Walkway Monument located on the grounds of the Veterans Shrine Memorial at 2122 O'Day Road, Fort Wayne. For more information call Ron Barnhardt at 260-493-7569 or email: ronirmie@verizon.net.

Covenant Christian enrolling students for 2009-2010
Bluffton Covenant Christian School is now enrolling for the 2009/2010 school year. Registration fee is $50 per person. Call 824-1023 for an information packet.

Bird Hike April 18
The Cardinal Bird Club will participate in a Bird Hike at Ouabache State Park Saturday, April 18. Those attending should meet at the Wells Community Swimming Pool parking lot at 8:30 a.m.
Members of the Fort Wayne Stockbridge Audubon Society will join the Cardinal Bird Club for the field trip. Leaders will be Jim Haw and Sandy Schact. Haw is a rare bird alert person. The public is welcome to attend the event.

Parlor City Cabaret performance April 25
The Parlor City Cabaret #2 will perform Saturday, April 25 at 6:30 p.m. at The King's Place at 118 W. Market St., Bluffton. Enjoy original works by Tom Cushman, Jeff Higginbottom, Frank Shanly, Derek SMmith, Ben Smyser, Avi and Kiki Sundling and Doug Sundling.
Admission is $5 or with the purchase of five or more tickets the cost is $4 each. Homemade goodies and refreshments will be sold.
USS Maddox Destroyer Reunion is Sept. 9-13
USS Maddox Destroyer Assoc. Reunion (DD-168, DD-622 and DD731) will be held Sept. 9 through Sept. 13, 2009 at Phoenix, Ariz. Cliff Gillespie at 2118 Hines Road, Jennings, LA 70546 or 337-616-8450, email: cwgilles45@aol.com.