What's Up! Wells County

Friday, July 30, 2010

Seniors to learn about garden flowers

Huntington County Tab:

Individuals age 50 and older are invited to the seniors’ lunch on Aug. 2 at 12:30 p.m. at the Upper Wabash Interpretive Services at 12:30 p.m.

The program, “Flowers of the Garden,” will be presented by the Huntington County Master Gardeners....

The Romantics to play free concert downtown

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE — A free August concert downtown will feature the 1980s band The Romantics and Brother.

Gates open for the 6 p.m. 21 and over concert at Harrison and Columbia streets Aug. 14......

Outdoor concerts at Botanical Conservatory start tonight

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE — Botanical Roots, the eclectic downtown concert series featuring music from a wide diversity of regional heritages and cultural backgrounds begins again today.

The Botanical Conservatory invites the community to grab a lawn chair, settle in, and enjoy music that’s fun and funky, creative and upbeat. Bands are selected from regional and national touring acts with an emphasis on uniqueness, quality and representation of a specific musical style, according to a news release....

Thursday, July 29, 2010

Club Calendar

Monday, Aug. 2
Past Noble Grand Club--Corner Depot; 12:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 3
Creative Quilters Quilt Guild-- Country Creations quilt shop located at 5342 N 400 West near Preble; 6:30 p.m. Treva Gerke will demonstrate a method of fusible appliqué. In addition, there is a ‘Show and Tell’ segment, block of the month drawing, door prizes, and a general business meeting. Refreshments are served before the meeting begins.
Cardinal Bird Club--Wells County Public Library in the upstairs board room; 6:30 p.m. Ruth Oswalt and Julie Werling will present the program. After the program everyone will play Duck Bingo.

What's Up

3-D Archery Shoot Aug. 1
A 3-D Archery Shoot will be held Sunday, Aug. 1 and Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at South West Conservation Club, Inc., located at 5703 Bluffton Road. Open to the public. For more information call 260-747-4677.

Huntington Home School Orientation Aug. 3
The Huntington Area Home Educators (HAHE) will offer a Home School Orientation for anyone who is interested in Home Education, at the Huntington Baptist Church at 2435 Waterworks Road, Huntington, Tuesday, Aug. 3 from 7 to 9 p.m.
For further information contact: Terry and Melinda Daniels at home (260) 375-4190 or 800-895-7035; Neil and Amy Kissell (260) 758-8282; Jim and Linda Burd (260) 982-2006 or Scott and Misty Snodderly (260) 358-8578.

Northern Gospel Singing
Convention
Aug. 5-7
Alan Godsey and The Northmen will present the 11th annual Northern Gospel Singing Convention at Sunnycrest Baptist Family Life Center at 2172 W. Chapel Pike, Marion, Indiana Aug. 5 at 5 p.m., Aug. 6 at 1 and 5 p.m. and Aug. 7 at 1 and 5 p.m.
For more information call 260-438-5164.

Wednesday, July 28, 2010

WCPL SHELF LABELS MAKE IT EASIER --


Finding your favorite topics in the adult, non-fiction section of the Wells County Public Library is now even easier with new shelf signs. As patrons walk the aisles of non-fiction books, the overhead signs direct them to subjects such as “Cooking”, “Politics”, “Living Green”, “Car Repair”, “Family Life”, etc. The new labeling echoes the type of signage found in bookstores and will make browsing by topic more user-friendly. For more information, stop by the library, visit www.wellscolibrary.org or call 260-824-1612.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK BAGS ON SALE –


Check out the new Friends of the Library book bags now available at the Wells County Public Library. These canvas bags are trimmed in royal blue and have sturdy handles, roomy pockets, a see-thru library card holder, a water bottle pocket and a zipper closure. An exciting library graphic is featured on the front pocket. They are perfect for all ages. The cost is only $6. And remember that all Friends of the Library precedes support library programming. Pictured are library staff members (L-R): Nancy Lowe, Robin Barton, Liz Bayless, Danielle Archbold and Carolyn Gilbert.

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Ouabache State Park Events

Interpretive Naturalist: Kate Curless
Office Phone: 824-0926
4930 E. SR 201, Bluffton
OuabacheInterp@dnr.IN.gov

Ouabache's interpretive programs are family oriented. Parents and children are encouraged to attend activities together. An adult should accompany children under the age of 10. In the case of inclement weather, all hikes will meet at the Campview Shelter. Schedule subject to change.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 28
1:45 p.m. — Our Masked Bandit. Meet on the pool lawn to join Naturalist Kate as she introduces you to the Masked Bandit that roams the campgrounds!
3:45 p.m. — Pool break creature feature. Join Naturalist Kate on the pool lawn to get a close up look at an insect. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
7:30 p.m. — Wildflower hunt. Join Naturalist Kate on a hunt for the wildflowers of the season. Learn how to use a guide book and what trails to look at for identification. Meet at the Lodge Recreational Building. Tennis shoes, sunscreen and bug spray recommended.

THURSDAY, JULY 29
1:45 p.m. — Meet the ring-neck pheasant. You might have seen this beautiful bird hiding in the tall grasses, surrounding the park. Find out more about them on the pool lawn during the pool’s safety check. Swimmers, make sure you get your hand stamped so you can re-enter the pool!
3:45 p.m. — Monarch. These beauties make a magnificent migration in the fall. Learn more about this flying jewel on the pool lawn during the pool safety break. Swimmers, make sure you get your hand stamped so you can re-enter the pool!
7 p.m. — Medical plants. There was no Ibuprofen on the frontier, instead you had to know what plants made good medicine. Meet at the small shelter in front of the Lakeside Shelter to learn more about medicinal plants.

FRIDAY, JULY 30
1:45 p.m. — One nasty bite! Nobody truly likes this little bug. Learn more about mosquitoes and West Nile virus on the pool lawn during the safety break. Swimmers, make sure you get your hand stamped so you can re-enter the pool!
3:45 p.m. — Our little owl. This little guy only grows to be 8-9 inches tall. Discover the Screech Owl on the pool lawn during the pool’s safety check. Swimmers, make sure you get your hand stamped so you can re-enter the pool.
7:30 p.m. — Howl at the moon. Have you heard yipping and howling late at night and wondered what animal was making all that noise? Join Naturalist Kate at the Campview Shelter to find out more about the coyote!

SATURDAY, JULY 31
9:30 a.m. — Talkin’ turtles. We’ll take a short stroll around the lake beginning at the Boat House while looking and chatting about turtles. Tennis shoes, sunscreen and bug spray are recommended.
11 a.m. — Hoosier Quest. Discover! Connect! Explore! Learn more about these great project based programs that you can complete at any of the State Parks and Reservoirs during this 30 minute program. Find out how you can earn certificates, patches, bandanas and more. Get started by meeting at Campview Shelter located in the middle of Campground A!
1:45 p.m. — Rap with raptors. Meet on the pool lawn to learn about the mavericks of our skies. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!
6:30 p.m. — Campfire story. Meet at Campview Shelter to hear the story of Thirteen Moons on Turtle’s Back by Joseph Bruchac and Jonathan London around a crackling campfire. We’ll be creating our own calendars after the story.

SUNDAY, JULY 25
11 a.m. — Hoosier Quest. See Saturday for details.
1:45 p.m. — Pool break. Come out to the pool lawn to decorate a fish to take home during today’s pool safety check. Swimmers, make sure to get your hand stamped before you leave the bath house, so you may re-enter the pool!

What's Up!

Church of Nazarene VBS July 26-30
Son Rock Vacation Bible School will be held July 26 through July 30 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Ossian Church of the Nazarene at 302 N. Metts. Call 260-622-7449.

Aloysius Gator
Gallop 5K Run/Walk July 31
The 10th annual Saint Aloysius Gater Gallop 5K Run/Walk will be held Saturday, July 31 at Saint Aloysius Catholic Church, 14623 Bluffton Rd, Yoder.Vist our website: http://www.orgsites.com/in/gatorgallop.

Deadline Aug. 2 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, Aug. 5, at 11:30 a.m. Join us for a hot meal and a sing-a-long with Ed Higgins. Holy Land Tour with Concordia Theological Seminary presented in picture and word by Elaine Nahrwold. 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, Aug. 2.

Norwell High School Fall Registration Aug. 2 & 3
Fall registration for all Norwell High School students will take place on Monday, Aug. 2 from noon to 7 p.m. and Tuesday, Aug. 3 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration is for incoming freshman, sophomores, juniors and seniors. Students new to the corporation should call the school to set up an appointment to enroll. Call 260-543-2213, ext. 7000 or 7006.

Monday, July 26, 2010

Club Calendar

Monday, July 26
Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild--Social Corner at Swiss Village in Berne; 7 p.m. There will be the opportunity to pre-register quilts and other items at that time. The sign-up sheets for the show will be available as more help is needed. Carol Malone, Gail Kuhn and Vivian Lemmon will present the 2011 Challenger Contest. If you think you might like to participate be ready to spend $2 to get started on the project. We will end with Show and Tell. Call Carol Malone: 223-1403, Gail Kuhn: 589-2845 or Vivian Lemmon: 692-6227.

Saturday, Aug. 31
River Terrace Estates--Marjorie Green and family playing violin and guitars.

Area Things to See and Do

FORT WAYNE’S CIVIC THEATRE
CURTAINS—July 24-Aug. 8, Friday and Saturday performances at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m., tickets $24 for adults, $16 for those 23 and under and Sunday senior matinees $20. A musical comedy from the creators of Cabaret and Chicago. For more information call 260-422-8641 or check out www.fwcivic.org

FORT WAYNE COLISEUM EVENTS
NICKELBACK, THREE DAYS GRACE, BUCKCHERRY—Wednesday, Sept. 15, tickets $42.50 & $64.50.
TYLER PERRY’S “MADEA’S BIG HAPPY FAMILY—Wednesday, Nov. 17, 7:30 p.m.
Tickets via Ticketmaster, Coliseum box office 1-800-745-3000.

Creative Arts and Commerce Center

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. No admission charge to view gallery exhibits.

HOURS—Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; prior to Kehoe Concerts 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.; and by arrangement with the CAC office.

IN THE BALENTINE GALLERY
FOCUS ON PHOTOS 2010—Biennial award show sponsored by Ossian State Bank, through Aug. 30.
SCHOOL OF BALLET.
Ask for registration information packet to be sent in August. Classes will begin the week of Sept. 27.

EVENTS
KEHOE PARK CONCERTS—Sundays during July and August. Aug. 1, Blue River Big Band; Aug. 8, Outlaw Cowboys; Aug. 15, Liberty Blue Grass Band; Aug. 22, Cari Ray Band and Aug. 29, Gospelfest. FREE CONCERTS.)

CULINARY CLASS WITH CHEF HECTOR MINON—Monday, July 26, with a Candlelight Dinner in Paris, $25, with registration needed. Evening incudes demo, meal and recipes.
TRAVEL CINEMAS—Beginning in September with Cuba. Others in the series to include Indiana, Wales and Burma/Cambodia.

MYSTERY DINNER THEATER—Saturday, Oct. 16, hosted by the Wells Community Theater at the Arts Commerce & Visitors Centre.

Ongoing Activities:
CAC board of directors—Monday Aug. 16, 5:15 p.m.
PHOTOGRAPHERS FORUM—Thursday, Aug. 24, 6:30 p.m., free event. Beginners welcome. Free event.
READERS CIRCLE—Tuesday, Aug. 10, with Kelly Potter leading the discussion of “coming-of-age” books.. Brown bag lunch meetings, noon to 1:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday each month at CAC. Free event.
CULINARY ARTISTS—”Taste of the Arts” in Fort Wayne on Saturday, Aug. 28, led by Jeanne Ploetz.
ARTISTS IN ACTION— Fridays at 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., work space by arrangement with CAC office, free event. Now open on Thursdays also.

Basic adult computer classes in August

Wells County Public Library Release:

Basic computer classes in a friendly atmosphere are being offered at the Wells County Public Library during August. Classes are free but you must register. Sign up for one class or all. Register by phone at 260-824-1612 or online at www.wellscolibrary.org.

Don’t be afraid of the mouse: intro to computer: Thursday, Aug. 5 at 6:30 p.m. Learn the parts of the computer and computer lingo, then get started using some simple computer programs. A gentle introduction for beginners or refresher for others.

Introduction to the Internet: Monday, Aug. 9 at 6 p.m. Learn to search the internet, then explore some fun sites (travel, games, etc). You must be able to comfortably use a mouse to get the most out of this class.

Cut & Paste: basic word processing: Thursday, Aug. 12 at 6:30 p.m. An introduction to basic word processing for beginners using Microsoft Word 2007. Learn to copy, cut & paste and edit text. You must be able to comfortably use a mouse to get the most out of this class.

Community Photography Exhibit

Creative Arts Council of Wells County "Focus on Photos" community photo exhibit is still on display at the Ballentine Gallery inside the Creative Arts and Commerce Centre.

Check it out!

Friday, July 23, 2010

4th Annual Back to School Carnival

Back to School Carnival for K-8 grade students in Blackford and Southern Wells Schools. Coordinated by Angela Smith of Smith Insurance Services, held in the 100th block of South Main, Montpelier, on 8-11 from 10 AM until Noon. Fourth annual year, we are anticipating approximately 300 children. Donations of school supplies at Southern Wells Community Church, Smith Insurance office in Montpelier, Blackford County Auditors office and Alco Dept. Store in Hartford City. "Roaring Good Time" theme with 10-12 games, free lunch and distribution of school supplies. We have volunteer shoppers if individuals or organizations wish to contribute. Checks may be sent to Pacesetter Bank, Montpelier, c/o Tammy Jones and payable to Back to School fund. Not income based, open to all and parents are asked to accompany their children. Any questions, please call 765-728-2477. Teachers and administration staff will be there to meet and greet students and parents.

(Submitted by Angela Smith)

Photography at CAC

Currently on exhibit at the Balentine Gallery at the Arts Commerce & Visitors Centre are the works of 20 area photographers. Among the photos will be these altered ones by Michael Mettler, viewable above with the top right one by Claire Peterson. Other photographers represented are Linda Reiff, Norbert Ploetz, Katie Vanderkolk, Sara Waters, Jon Ringger, David MacLean, B.K. Campbell, Lynn Elliott, Cindy Courtney, Andree Shearer, Holly Hesselschv, Kate Gregg, David Piety, Cherie L. Harris, Peg Meek, David Meek, Jerry Zeigler and Sandra Zeigler. An open house for the exhibit will be held on Sunday, July 25, at 6 p.m. Lynn Elliott and B.K. Campbell will host.

4-H Extension Calendar

July 24 Iron Kid Triathlon, 4-H Park, 8 AM

July 27 State Fair Exhibits due at County Extension Office by 4:30 PM

July 27 Preserving Nature's Bounty, Wells County Public Library, 6 - 7 PM
$3.00 fee call 824-6412 to register

August 2 Pressure Canner Testing, Wells County Extension Office, 4 ñ 7 PM
$3.00 for gauge and lid; $5.00 for entire canner

August 4 State Fair Foods and Horticulture Exhibits due at County Extension Office,
7 - 8 AM

August 6 - 22 Indiana State Fair

August 10 Preserving Nature's Bounty, Wells County Community Center, 6:30 ñ 8 PM
$3.00 fee call 824-6412 to register

August 13 - 15 Wheels of Yesteryear Antique Tractor Show

August 14 4-H Day at the Indiana State Fair

August 19 4-H Association, Council, Leaders, Volunteers, Fair Review, Community
Center, 4-H Park, 7 PM

August 19 Northeast Purdue Ag Center (NEPAC) Field Day, Columbia City,
8:30 AM - 1 PM Lunch provided

August 23 Wells County 4-H Association, Community Center, 4-H Park, 7 PM

Club Calendar

Saturday, July 24
River Terrace Estates--Ed Higgins playing piano; 9:30 a.m. in Healthcare.

Sunday, July 25
River Terrace Estates--Alex Mendez playing bluegrass; 2:30 p.m in ALD.

Monday, July 26
Swiss Stitchers Quilt Guild--Social Corner at Swiss Village in Berne; 7 p.m. There will be the opportunity to pre-register quilts and other items at that time. The sign-up sheets for the show will be available as more help is needed. Carol Malone, Gail Kuhn and Vivian Lemmon will present the 2011 Challenger Contest. If you think you might like to participate be ready to spend $2 to get started on the project. We will end with Show and Tell. Call Carol Malone: 223-1403, Gail Kuhn: 589-2845 or Vivian Lemmon: 692-6227.

Thursday, July 22, 2010

What's Up!

Music of the Wild
Submission deadline is July 24

The Limberlost State Historic Site is having a short story contest, a photography contest and a composition competition. Deadline for submissions is July 24, and there is a $5 entry fee. Please visit indianamuseum.org/limberlost and click on the Special Activities and Events for a full list of submission rules and guidelines. Winners of this contest will see their work read aloud or displayed before a live audience at Limberlost’s Music of the Wild celebration on Sept. 18. Call 260-368-7428.

Chicken and Beef dinner July 25 in Montpelier

Members of the Montpelier Lions Club will sponsor a Chicken and/or beef noodle dinner Sunday, July 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. A free will donation will be accepted that day. The club is located at High and Jefferson Streets in Montpelier.

Preserving Nature’s Bounty July 27

Learn to preserve foods safely. The Purdue Extension Service in Wells County will conduct ‘Preserving Nature’s Bounty’ workshops to discuss safe home food preservation procedures and to answer the frequently asked questions on canning, freezing, and drying foods.

Workshops are scheduled for: July 27: 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Wells County Public Library, Bluffton and Aug. 10: 6:30-8 p.m. at the Wells Community Center at the 4-H Park.

Please register by calling the Extension Office at 260-824-6412, or email mhoag@purdue.edu for a more information.

Registration cost is $3.00, payable at the door.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Wells Co. Council on Aging

Office Hours Monday through Friday are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 2008
2010 Senior Discount Cards are now available at the Wells County Council on Aging from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cards are $7 and are not transferable or $8 laminated. Many local vendors participate in this senior discount program. If it is impossible to go to the Council on Aging office to purchase a card, you can receive it by mail Send the agency a stamped, self-addressed legal sized envelope; enclose the $7 per card and the additional $1 fee if lamination is desired. The discount card and list of sponsors will then be mailed to you. Sale of Senior Citizens Discount Cards are a fundraising project for the local Council on Aging. The money raised by the sale of the cards supports many services the organization has to offer within the Wells County Community, including programs such as transportation and in-home services. If you are a business owner and are interested in sponsoring a discount, contact Margaret Whitesel at 824-1070.

Wells on Wheels (WOW) Hours of operation are: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesdays from 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 6 a.m. to noon. Call 824-4WOW or
824-4969.

Monday through Friday
11:30 a.m. — Nutrition Program at Capri II Sponsored by Aging & In-Home Services of NE Indiana. Those age 60 and over are free will donation. Under age 60 meals are $5.25. Menus available at Council on Aging. Contact the Nutrition Site 24 hours in advance between 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 824-2260.
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.—Pathways, Wells County Senior Citizen Activities Guide may be picked up at the Wells County Council on Aging, 225 W. Water Street.

Friday, July 23
1-4:30 p.m.—Pool: 8 Ball at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. For informatin call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.
1-4:30 p.m.—Cards: All kinds at Christian Care Retirement Community. Participation is free. For information call Marcia Meyer at 565-3000.

Wednesday, July 28
10 a.m.-Noon—Bluffton Parks Department, City Hall. Senior Social Time. Cards, games, occasional bingo, guest speakers and crafts. Participation is free. Call 824-6069.