February 17, 2017 – COMMUNITY CALENDAR
COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE
When: March 9 & 10, 9a- 4p
Where: Fort Wayne Sport Club 3102 Ardmore Ave.
What: Includes Furniture, collectables, glassware, sporting goods, electronics, books, movies, music, clothing, twin clothing, double stroller & much more!
Contact: Phil at 260-515-1695
FARMER’S MARKET
When: Every Saturday through May 14th
Where: Parkview Field Inside the Lincoln Event Center
Add’l: A group of close to 40 vendors and artisans meet in one place every Saturday from 9-1 to offer up fresh baked goods, local produce and meats, honey and syrups, jams and jellies, crafts and jewelry, natural body products, donuts, freshly made crepes and more.
Open every Saturday from 9a-1p.
Contact: lisa.haagen@gmail.com
BEES & BREW
DATE NIGHT
When: Fri., June 9 & July 14
7p
Where: Southwest Conservation Club
5703 Bluffton Road
Cost: $35 per person
Add’l: Spend your evening exploring the honeybee through hands-on fun including, beeswax candle making, sampling honey wine & beer, observing a hive up close through our sealed observation hive and for the adventurous, suit-up for a live beehive presentation. Must be 21+, Held outdoors under the Science Tent.
Contact: Must pre-register at www.southwesthoney.com/education
PAWJECT RUNWAY
When: Sat., March 4, 6p
Where: Hotel Fort Wayne, Marquis Ballroom, 305 E. Washington Center Road Fort Wayne, IN
Why: Fundraiser for the Allen County SPCA
Add’l: Cocktail hour begins at 6p. Performance at 7p. Watch local groomers transform dogs into incredible works of art! This exciting red carpet event will have you feeling like a celebrity as you enjoy the creative talents of the best dog groomers around. Experience includes photo ops from the “puparazzi”, a fabulous silent auction, hor d’oeuvres, & cash bar. Proceeds benefit the Allen County SPCA’s Angel Fund.
Cost: $40-100. Purchase your tickets at the Allen County SPCA or by visiting www.allencountyspca.org
Contact: amandal@allencountyspca.org
WAYNEDALE BUSINESS CHAMBER MEETING
When: Thursday, March. 9
2p
Where: Waynedale Library
2200 Lower Huntington Rd.
Why: For the improvement of the community, we give the business leaders (and the ‘Waynedale business district’) a voice to petition the city for improvements; a general members meeting time and date to discuss problems in our area, and a way to meet and greet your business neighbors. Organizing ourselves to work together is the first step to create great things! www.waynedale.com/business
Contact: Jordan Cornwell
260-747-5529
CHRIS WORTH CONCERT
When: March 17, 8:30p
Where: American Legion Post #296
Add’l: 130 W Tillman Road
Cost: No Cover
Contact: 260-456-2988
MID-WINTER BARN SALE
When: Feb. 24, 9a – 5p
Feb. 25, 9a – 3p
Where: Park Edleweiss (Barn) 3355 Elmhurst Dr.
Who: Open to the public.
Add’l: Two stories to shop from at the Barn. Tax deductible donations accepted. German food and drink available. Sponsored by Fort Wayne Maennerchor/ Damenchor
Cost: $5 per table/$20 space
Contact: Patti Knox (260) 444-3634 to reserve your spot
LOOKING FOR ELMHURST CLASS OF ‘67 CLASSMATES
Add’l: We need your contact information for our 50th Class Reunion, which is planned for Sat., Aug. 26.
Contact: Rhonda (Hosler) Dennon at rldennon@hotmail.com or Linda (Hartman) Fagen at lafagen@msn.com
MIDDLE SCHOOL BRIDGE DESIGN COMPETITION
When: Sat., Feb. 18
Where: Concordia Lutheran High School
Why: Kick off to National Engineers week
Add’l: The 2017 DiscoverE Committee and Concordia Lutheran High School would like to invite all northeast Indiana middle school aged children to participate in the 18th Annual Middle School Bridge Design Competition. In celebration of National Engineer’s Week. A student bridge design contest will be held for all area middle school students. Cash prizes for the top three places will be provided by DiscoverE Committee. A copy of the rules and general information concerning the competition can be found at: www.CLHSCADETS.com/apps/pages/Bridge-Competition
Contact: For more information about registration or the facility, call Crystal Castleman at (260) 483-1102, ext. 304, at Concordia Lutheran High School.
ADHD PRESENTATION
When: Mon., Feb. 20, 6p
Where: Aboite branch of the Allen County Public Library
Who: Dr. Charles Kelsey, DC and Dr. Vicki Kelsey, DC
Why: Computerized non-drug approach to healing ADHD
Add’l: Looking at cutting-edge, natural ways to heal ADHD and ADD, the patterns in the brain that are associated with it, and more.
Cost: Free
Contact: RSVP to 260-402-7657
SWEET ADELINES TOWNS OF
HARMONY CHORUS
When: Mondays
6:30p – 9p
Where: 5120 Speedway Dr
Info: Real Women
Real Harmony, Real Fun
Contact: 260-436-7104
townsofharmony.org
PURDUE GLEE & IPFW SINGING DONS CONCERT
When: Sat., April 1, 7 p
Where: Mirro Center for Research & Innovation on the Parkview Hospital campus on Dupont Road.
Add’l: The Glee Club’s versatile repertoire includes gospel, vocal jazz, swing, contemporary hits, romantic ballads, classical selections, barbershop, folk, opera choruses, country and novelty tunes and patriotic standards. Specialty groups and outstanding soloists further enhance their performance.
Cost: Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for students and can be purchased at the door or on line at www.purdue.edu/pmo/calendar
FISH FRY
When: March 10, April 14, May 12
Where: Park Edelweiss
3355 Elmhurst Drive
Cost: $9 adults, All you can eat. Music Provided.
Contact: Chad (260) 747-0713
ADAMS COUNTY WINTER ARTISAN MARKET
When: 9a to 1p
Feb. 18, March 18, April 15
Where: Riverside Center, 231 E. Monroe St., Decatur, IN
Add’l: Fundraiser for Decatur Capital Campaign. Vendors from Adams, Allen, Jay, and Wells counties selling baked goods, home decor, jewelry, children’s books, leggings, purses, Christmas, handsewn crafts, honey, jellies, cosmetics, handmade soaps, essential oils, wood crafts, and more.
Cost: Free Admission
FISH FRY
When:
Feb. 24, March 24, April 14
4:30p – 7p
Where: Fort Wayne Sport Club 3102 Ardmore Ave.
Cost: $9 adults
$4 children 6-10
6 & under free
What: Includes fish, potatoes, coleslaw, applesauce, roll & dessert
Contact: Phil at 515-1695
MONTHLY MEETING
Who: Disorderly Bear Den
When:
First Thursday of month
6:30p
Where: Community Center
233 W. Main Street
What: We are a non-profit, public charity that collects and gives away teddy bears and other stuffed animals to those in need.
We do this all year and always need new or gently used animals of all types.
All donations may be tax deductible on your personal income tax and are greatly appreciated.
Contact: Donna
260-409-9886
HELP STOP
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Who: Heather’s Story
When: Throughout the year
Where: Bishop Luers H.S.
333 E. Paulding Rd.
Cost: Tax receipt will be provided for each gown or dress brought in
Info: We are collecting formal wear that we will resell for $25
With each gown sold, pointers and signs of what to look for in an abusive relationship will be attached.
All monies collected will be used to Domestic Violence organization, bring in speakers to share their stories and purchase educational materials to use in the classroom.
Contact: Joni Kuhn
260-615-4831
LITTLE RIVER RAMBLERS
Who: Little River
Wetlands Project
When: Tuesdays
9a – 11a
Where: Eagle Marsh Barn
6801 Engle Road
Cost: Free
Info: Explore the preserve’s interesting plants and wildlife
Contact: Betsy Yankowiak
478-2515
KINGSTON’S 9TH ANNUAL TASTE OF WAYNEDALE
When: Tues., March 21 4:30–7p
Where: Mount Calvary Family Life Center
Cost: $15 in Advance,
$20 Day of
Contact: Call 747-1523 to RSVP or email cgarrison@kingstonhealthcare.com or online at kingstonstow.eventbrite.com
Add’l: Proceeds to benefit Honor Flight Northeast Indiana and The Waynedale Corridor
ME-‘N-U
COMMUNITY MEALS
Who: Aldersgate
When: Every Thursday
6p to 7p
Where: Aldersgate Community
2417 Getz Road
Phone: 432-1524
FURNISHING HELP TO REBUILD LIVES
Who: Mustard Seed Furniture Bank
When: Monday – Friday
10a – 4p
Where: Drop off donations
3636 Illinois Rd.
Complimentary pick up service for large items
Info: Accepting bed linens, blankets and kitchen and bath towels and miscellaneous kitchen items
Also accepting household furnishing, pictures and knick-knacks
Contact: 260-471-5802 x 1
ALZHEIMERS CAREGIVER
SUPPORT GROUP
Who:
Alzheimers Association
When: First Thurs of month
10a
Where: Waynedale Library
2200 Lower Huntington Rd.
Note: Meetings are confidential and free of charge
Contact: 415-7741
PREMIER WOMEN’S NETWORKING
Who: Cheryl Friar
Where: Tavern at Coventry
5745 Coventry Lane
When: First Tues of month
4p – 6p
Cost: Bring plenty of business cards
Contact: 747-5202
THE KOREAN WAR
VETERANS ASSN.
Who: Korean War
Veterans Assn
Indiana Chapter One
When: Monthly
Second Sat
10a
Where: Eagles #248
4940 Bluffton Rd.
Info: Food served before and after meeting
Bring friends and spouses!
Contact: Mary Anna Roemke
260-485-7627
SOUTHSIDE OPTIMIST CLUB MEETING
Where: Hall’s Restaurant
Bluffton Road
When: Tues. 7a
Contact:
James Lambert
747-7907
MS SELF HELP GROUP
What: For individuals and family members dealing with MS
When: First Mon of month
7p
Where:
Fort Wayne Rehabilitation Hospital
7970 West Jefferson Blvd.
Contact: 639-0549
FREE BINGO
Who: Kingston Healthcare
When: Second Wednesday
9a–10a
Where: Chik-fil-A
Jefferson Pointe
Info: 15% of all sales go to Alzheimer’s Association
Contact: 260-747-1523
Camille Garrison
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