COMMUNITY CALENDAR 2/20/2002

HAPPY 50th BIRTHDAY

Christ United Methodist Church, 1101 McKinnie Avenue, Fort Wayne will be celebrating their 50th Anniversary on April 28, 2002.  We will start with the 9:30am worship service, followed by additional celebrations.  All who have attended Christ Church over the past 50 years are invited.  For more information contact Carol Goeglein at 260-623-5443.

S.C.O.R.E.

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What: S.C.O.R.E. (Senior Corps Of Retired Executives)

Where: I.I.T. (Indiana Institute of Technology)

When: Tuesday, February 19, 2002 – 9:30am

Speaker: Christopher A. Needler, President & CEO of Entrepreneurial Institute, Inc.

Topic:Marketing Communications

For More Info: Call-Bonnie Feldkamp 219-482-7482-Director Public Relations

IT’S GIRL SCOUT COOKIE TIME – AN AMERICAN TRADITION

As American as apple pie and baseball, it’s time for the annual Girl Scout cookie activities in Waynedale and Northeast, Indiana.  Sherri Weldman, Executive Director – Limberlost Council says, “This year, more than ever, girls are relying on the accepting and nurturing environment that Girl Scouts provides.”  All proceeds from this activity stays here in the Fort Wayne and surrounding area including the troop you buy cookies from.  Girl Scout cookie orders will be taken from February 1 to March 24, 2002.  For more information call 260-422-3417, ext. 3330.

OLD POP-UP CAMPER WANTED

Boy Scout Troop 44 is in need of a ‘gear’ trailer.  Do you have an old pop-up camping trailer or other suitable trailer that you don’t want?  Want to donate it to Portage Creek Camp Association, sponsors of Boy Scout Troop 44?  The troop is in need of a trailer to haul camping gear.  They would prefer something that can be closed and locked.  Donations should be tax deductible.

Call Jack Shepard at 436-2422 or Ray McCune at 747-6512 or 747-4535.

BOY SCOUT UNIFORMS NEEDED

Boy Scout Troop 44 is looking for some good used uniforms.  Are you or your boy finished with scouting?  Do you have some old uniforms or uniform parts (belt, shirt, pants, socks) laying around in dresser drawers or hanging in the back of a closet?  Please donate these items to Troop 44.  We have boys in need of uniforms right now.  Call Scoutmaster Jack Shepard at 436-2422, Chartered Organization Representative Ray McCune at 747-6512 for pickup, or drop the items off at THE WAYNEDALE NEWS, 2700 Lower Huntington Road.  Items donated are tax deductible.

HUNTINGTON COUNTY EXPO

The Huntington County Chamber of Commerce will sponsor Huntington County EXPO 2002 to be held Saturday, March 23 from 9am to 5pm and Sunday, March 24 from noon to 5pm at the Huntington College Fieldhouse.  The event will feature local businesses, a food court, entertainment, hourly prize drawings, and is free to the public.

MT. CALVARY’S MIDWEEK LENTEN SCHEDULE

Supper is served from 5:30-6:30pm (except Ash Wednesday)

Worship Wednesday evenings at 7pm

Holy Communion is served at all services during lent.

This year’s theme is: “The Lord’s Prayer and the Lord’s Passion.

Prayer has become an essential component in the lives of the people of God at Mt. Calvary.  We have learned and experienced what a rich blessing is.  We are looking forward to opportunities to learn more.

February 13 (Ash Wednesday) “Abba, Father-for Children Only”

February 20 “Holy Children will Hallow the Father’s Holy Name”

February 27 “Kingdom Come and Kingdom Coming”

March 6 “We Want What You Want Lord”

March 13 “Matter Does Matter”

March 20 “We, the Forgiven, Will Forgive”

HOLY SCRIPTURE PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION

Holy Scripture Preschool is beginning to pre-enroll students for Fall classes.  Morning sessions are available for 3 year-olds on Tuesday/Thursday and for 4-5 year-olds on Monday/Wednesday/

Friday, $45 per month for 3 year-olds, $55 per month for 4-5 year-olds.  No more than 12 students will be enrolled in any one class.  This small class size ensures lots of one-on-one attention from the teacher, Mrs. Karen Manges.

Parents and prospective students may visit the preschool in session, or parents may make an appointment to talk with teacher, Karen Manges.  Please call the church at 478-1717, or Mrs. Manges at 672-2763.  A complete information packet can also be sent upon request.  Holy Scripture Lutheran Church is located down the street from Wayne High School at the intersection of Dunkelberg and Kinnerk 
Roads, 8811 Kinnerk Road, Fort Wayne.  Holy Scripture is a member of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod.

WAYNEDALE UNITED METHODIST WEEKDAY PRE-SCHOOL REGISTRATION FOR FALL CLASSES

Waynedale United Methodist Church Weekday Pre-School is now accepting registrations for the 2002-2003 school year.  Call now to take advantage of the early bird discount.  The program is a Christian child-centered environment in which children have the opportunity to be exposed to a wide variety of learning experiences.

The objective of the pre-school is to enable each child to develop his/her full God-given potential, to be responsible, caring, creative, spontaneous, happy, and independent.  This is made possible through group play, language development, creative activities, chapel time, music, rhythms, stories, games, outside play, education movement and field trips.

The staff of dedicated teachers, through their relationship with the children, create a supportive and loving atmosphere for carrying out the objective.  Enrollment is open to children of all denominations in the pre-school age levels of 3, 4, and 5.  Additional information concerning the school may be obtained by calling the Director Sally Parkison at the church office 747-7424 or 432-4490.

KOREAN WAR VETERAN ASSOCIATION CHAPTER ONE MEETING

Come and join the seventy-two members that attended the January meeting of the KWVA, Indiana Chapter One.  Our next meeting will be held on March 9th at 9am promptly with breakfast at 7:30am at the American Legion Post 82, Harris Road.  Our organization originated in 1989 and is always looking for new members.  So come and join the fun.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN THEATER AUDITIONS

SHOW: “BRAND” by Henrik Ibsen (Rehearsals begin Feb. 17.)

NEEDED: 8 men and 5 women of all ages

WHERE: First Presbyterian Theater, 300 W. Wayne St.

WHEN: Sunday, February 10, at 7pm (Rehearsals start Feb. 17) – Performances start run April 4 – 20.

TO AUDITION: 1)Be prepared to read from the script. 2)Copies of the script may be checked out during normal business hours for a $5 deposit. 3)Call 422-6329 if you have any questions.

BAZAAR

Who: Waynedale Elementary School

What: Spring Craft Bazaar

When: Saturday, March 9, 2002 – 9am to 2pm

Where: At the school

How much: Six (6) foot table rentals are available for $20 per table.

Information: Contact Billie Uffelman-478-1068 or Cheryl Monroe-425-7480

FISH FRY

Who: St. Joseph Hessen Cassel School

What: Drive Thru/Carry Out Fish Fry (Broasted fish, potatoes, applesauce, green beans, roll, and brownie)

When: Friday, March 1 from 4pm to 7:30pm

Where: At the school located US Hwy 27 one minute south of 469 bypass

How much: $6.50 per dinner (for large carryouts call 447-1199/639-3580)

Why: Proceeds benefit 8th grade class trip

FISH FRY

Who: St. Therese Booster Club

What: All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry (Dan’s Fish Fry, potatoes, applesauce or coleslaw, bread, beverage, and dessert).

When: Friday, February 22, 2002 – 4:30pm to 7pm

Where: 2304 Lower Huntington Road

Cost:  Adults $6.50

Children 6-12 yrs. $4.00

Five and under FREE

IS IT BASEBALL SEASON ALREADY?

Registration for the Elmhurst Little League 2002 season will be Saturday, February 16 and February 23 from 10am until 2pm at the Southwest Fire District Fire Station #1, 7001 Old Trail Road.  Girls and boys age 5-18 are eligible.  This year the league is also signing up girls ages 8-18 interested in fast-pitch softball.  Players must have a copy of a government issued birth certificate.  Fees are $80 per player with a $110 family cap.  T-ball fees are $25.  Fundraiser information will also be distributed at signups.  Fees are due and payable at registration.  For further information call Randy Crouch, 747-2921 or Pat Lee, 747-6008.

3RD WINDSONG FILM FESTIVAL

Call for entries – Deadline is March 20, 2002.

The International Windsong Film Festival is open to students of all ages as well as independent filmmakers and videographers.  The categories are:

Animation – Commercials – Documentaries – Features – Shorts – Frontier

The Third Annual Festival will run from May 13 through May 19, 2002 at multiple screening locations in Fort Wayne, Indiana.  The Festival Gala will be held on Saturday, May 18th.  At the Gala winning independent filmmakers will receive awards and prizes for their outstanding productions.  Noted directors, producers and actors from the motion picture industry will make guest appearances throughout the festival.  There will be free seminars focusing on the Art of Motion Picture Magic during the week for students and the public.  For information contact Windsong Pictures, 2402 Lake Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN 46805 – 260-424-6200.

www.windsongpictures.50megs.com/

Windsong71@home.com

TEAMSTER RETIREE’S MEETING

Teamster Retiree’s Local 414 will hold their monthly meeting February 19, 2002 at 1pm at the Union Hall – Potluck – If school buses run we will meet.

ALLEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY

Allen County Genealogical Society

The Computer Users Group will meet February 20 at 7pm at the Allen County Public Library, 900 Webster Street, Fort Wayne.  Visitors are welcome and are invited.

WAYNEDALE BRANCH LIBRARY

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME –Mondays, February 18,25, and Tuesdays, February 19,26, at 10:30am.  This is a specially designed storytime for children age 5 and younger.

FREE HEALTH EXAMS

Healthy Neighbors, a Medical Outreach Program, is offering free health exams for uninsured adults (no income screening is involved).  Exams will be given at “Come As You Are” Community Church, 6005 S. Anthony Blvd., on March 19, 2002, between 8am and 4pm.  To make an appointment, please contact Sandy Payton – 447-6036.  This service is offered through Neighborhood Health Clinics, Inc. and made possible by a grant from St. Joseph Community Health Foundation.

SOUTH WEST CONSERVATION CLUB, INC PUBLIC SCHEDULE

(SWCC IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION)

TRAP AND SKEET SHOOT – Sunday, February 24 – 12:30pm until close

ESKIMO 3-D ARCHERY SHOOT – Sunday, February 17 – 12noon until 3pm

TRAIL GUIDE TRAINING WORKSHOPS

The Allen County Parks Department and the Fox Island Alliance are cosponsoring a series of workshops to prepare volunteer trail guides for the spring hiking season.  Volunteers assist the park staff in leading school groups on nature hikes through Fox Island County Park.

March 16 – 9am – 4pm Tree Identification (tips on leading younger children on

hikes.)

April 7 – 1pm – 3:30pm Wildflower identification.

April 13 – 9am – 12noon “Mother Nature Recycles” (topic tentative)

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

The Prayer of Jabez is the new Sunday School study at “COME AS YOU ARE” Community Church, 6005 South Anthony Boulevard at 9:30am each Sunday.  Come join us.  For more information call 447-6036.

Neighborhood Health Clinic will offer a FREE HEALTHY NEIGHBORS outreach program for adults at “COME AS YOU ARE” Community Church including free physical health exams on Tuesday, March 19th.  Appointments must be made by phoning Sandy at 447-6036.

A NEW KID’S GROUP STARTS IN FEBRUARY 2002!

Cancer Services of Allen County is proud to offer a new, six-week support group for children who have an adult in their lives with cancer.  The child could have a parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, neighbor, or friend who has had a cancer diagnosis.  The group will focus on: Education about Cancer, Feelings, Wellness and Illness, How 
Cancer Affects a Family, Living with Change, Self Esteem and Self Care.

The group will be facilitated by Debra Noell, a licensed clinical social worker who has therapeutic experience with children and cancer.  The group is free and open to children ages 6-12 who have a special adult in their lives with cancer.  The committed group is limited to 10 and offers the best outcome when all children attend each session.  The group meets at 6:30pm to 8pm for six Tuesdays – February 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, and 19 at the Healing Arts Center of Cancer Services, 2925 E. State Blvd.

Parent(s)/Caregivers are invited to the first session – Snacks provided – Registration required by February 11, 2002 – For more information, or to register, contact Debra Noell, ACSW, LCSW at Cancer Services, (260) 484-9560.  Registration is required!

FOOTBALL SMOKER

Who: St. Joseph Church-Hessen Cassel

What: NOTRE DAME FOOTBALL SMOKER – food, drinks, casino, stag/over 21 only.

When: Sunday, February 24, 2002 – 12:30pm to 5:30pm

Where: St. Joseph Hessen Cassel Recreation Hall-U.S. 27, just south of 469.

Why: Sponsored by the Booster Club

Cost: Pre-sale tickets $7-$8 at the door

Info: Call Chuck at 639-3352 or Ed at 447-6248

SETTLERS TO OFFER HOME SCHOOL PROGRAM
A history program for home schooled children will be offered by Settlers, Inc. at the Swinney Homestead, 1424 West Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN, on February 21, 2002, from 9 to 11 a.m. “Make and Play with Old Fashioned Toys at the Swinney Homestead “ will provide a memorable history lesson for students seven years or older. A guardian must accompany children. $7.50 fee will be charged for all attendees. For registration information, call

260-484-8087.

DESIGN CLASSES

Sandpoint’s winter 2002 design classes began on January 29.  Pre-registration is required with limited class sizes.  All classes will be held from 6:30pm to 8pm.  Fees include all materials.  Contact Nancy Harz at 747-4131 for more information.  Classes in the Waynedale area are:

“Flowers By Design”

Fee-$50.00

Tuesday, March 5, 2002

4322 DeForest Avenue

“The Rose Topiary”

Fee-$50.00

Thursday, March 14, 2002  4322 DeForest Avenue

“Cake Decorating”

Fee-$50.00

Tuesday, February 19, 2002 4322 DeForest Avenue

“Spring Wreaths”

Fee-$75.00

Thursday, February 28, 2002 4322 DeForest Avenue     Thursday, March 21, 2002 – 4322 DeForest Avenue

NEW WORSHIP SERVICE

Simpson United Methodist Church, 2501 S. Harrison Street, (Calhoun and Suttenfield), will begin a new informal worship service on Wednesday nights.  Worship services will be from 7pm to 7:45pm, and will feature Holy Communion each week.  The entire community is invited to attend.  For more information, contact Pastor Scott Shoaff at 744-1169.

THREE RIVERS LITERACY ALLIANCE FALL 2001 LEARNING CENTER SCHEDULE

The Three Rivers Literacy Alliance Learning Center Schedule for the Waynedale Area: Fellowship Missionary Church, 2536 Tillman Road – Monday and Thursday from 6:30pm to 8:30pm (Free Childcare)

*The TRLA learning centers serve adult students who are seeking to earn GED Diplomas or who simply wish to improve their basic reading, writing, and /or math skills.  Please call 426-323 for more information and for enrollment policies.

GIVE A GIFT

There’s one gift you can give that doesn’t require a manual, programming or even batteries.  In fact it won’t cost you a dime.   You can give the gift of life by choosing to become an organ donor.  The National Kidney Foundation of Indiana (KNFI) is encouraging all Americans to get into the true spirit of the season by simply signing a donor card and discussing their wishes with their family.

There are more than 78,000 men, women, and children in need of a life-saving organ in the U.S. with nearly 800 awaiting a transplant in Indiana.  If every American chose to become an organ donor, this waiting list could be wiped out forever.  Sign a donor card; it may be the one gift that could change someone’s life.  For more information or to receive your free organ donor card, call 1-800-382-9971.

NATIONAL KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF INDIANA NOW ACCEPTING CAR DONATIONS

Have a car, van, truck, boat, or other vehicle that’s cluttering up your driveway or just sitting around?  Want to get rid of it and be able to take the value off your income tax?  Donate it to the National Kidney Foundation.  Call 1-800-382-9971 to donate your vehicle.  It must be whole and have a clear title.  Towing is free and vehicle need not be in running condition.

FORT WAYNE ART SOURCE

(Non-Profit Gallery and Learning Center)

2812 Lwr Huntington Road  Waynedale, IN 46809

747-9834

GALLERY HOURS: GALLERY OPEN FREE TO THE PUBLIC

Wednesdays: 4pm-8pm

Thursdays:5pm-9pm        Fridays: 10am-5pm

Saturdays:10am-2pm       Sundays: 1pm-4pm

Closed Mondays & Tuesdays

LAURIE SAVAGE  IS OUR ARTIST FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH

Laurie’s favorite quote is by David Shaner, one of the world’s most famous potters.  “The critical aspect of any work of art is the spirit in which it is made.  The soul of the artists cannot successfully be anything but of oneself.”  That is SUCH a true statement,” said Laurie.  “When I am creating, and focusing ONLY on what I am doing and absolutely nothing else, my eyes, my hands, and my spirit come together as one; and the finished art piece speaks of that forever.  I hope when you see my work, you will feel the same way.”

Laurie has been working and creating in CLAY for over 25 years.  Laurie’s Clay Art has evolved from functional stoneware and porcelain pieces into sculpture and then simultaneously into combining the two forms.  Her most recent work in Clay has been in creating sculptural teapots that are low-temperature fired, as Raku, Pit-fired, or Salt-fired.  Laurie’s LIFEMASKS are usually Raku fired; she believes this captures forever the true embodiment of one’s soul.

Fifteen years ago, Laurie began creating jewelry.  She has used her clay artistry for unique bead making, and is creating necklaces, bracelets, and earrings incorporating many gemstones, fossils, and nature’s bounty of all treasures into her jewelry.

You, the public, are invited to the Artist Reception for Laurie Savage, Fort Wayne Art Source, 2812 Lower Huntington Road, Sunday, March 17th 2pm to 4pm.  Refreshments served to those who are wearing green!

FOX ISLAND ANNUAL PASSES NOW AVAILABLE

2002 Annual Passes are now on sale at the Fox Island Nature Center, 7324 Yohne Road.  The passes are priced from $15-$35, and are valid from date of purchase through December 31, 2002.  For more information contact the Allen County Parks Department at 449-3184 or email at angfoxisland@yahoo.com.

PORTAGE CREEK CAMP ASSOCIATION’S

“1ST ANNUAL MOST AWESOME HUMONGUS WAYNEDALE-WIDE GARAGE SALE”

(The time of the sale will be announced as soon as the garage at the Scout Cabin (corner of Lower Huntington Road and Ardmore Avenue) is full – probably in the very early spring.) (Garage is already 1/4 full.)

Have a garage sale last fall and don’t know what to do with all the ‘leftovers’?  Are you still sorting through all the stuff Aunt Maggie left you in her will, attic, basement, and closets? Did someone give you a gift at the last ‘white elephant’ party you attended and you want to get rid of it?  Got a garage/basement/attic you want emptied of its contents?  Want to get rid of old toys, tools, cooking utensils, furniture, etc. after Christmas to make room for the new stuff?  Move and haven’t unpacked all the boxes and don’t know what’s in them and haven’t missed the stuff?  Don’t open them; call Portage Creek Camp Association at 747-4535.

The members said they are willing to come to your house to pick up your donations.  You may drop off your donations at the Scout Cabin but you must call first and arrange for someone to meet you there.  Please don’t drop anything off in front of the door; it will only get wet or be stolen.  Call and have someone meet you there PLEASE.  Take a FREE tour of the Boy Scout Cabin while you’re there.

Don’t throw it out; call Jack Shepard at 436-2422, for a ‘free’ pickup.  For more information about Boy Scouting in the Waynedale area, contact Ray McCune at Portage Creek Camp Association, 2700 Lower Huntington Road or call him at 747-4535 or call Committee Chairman Walt Pressler at 436-9462.

PLEASE DONATE YOUR OLD BOY SCOUT UNIFORMS

PORTAGE CREEK CAMP ASSOCIATION, sponsor of Boy Scout Troop 44, is asking for used Boy Scout Uniforms.  Please search your attics and closets for your son’s old uniforms and donate them to the troop.

FLOWERS & BARBARA HAS MOVED

to a new home at 613 West Brackenridge Street – off Broadway. Our phone numbers are 260-744-1303 or 1-800-421-5459.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN THEATER PRESENTS PLAY

Who: First Presbyterian Theater – 422-6329 for information and reservations

What: “Art” a play by Yamina Reza; translation by Christopher Hampton

Where: 300 W. Wayne Street – North of Allen County Library – park on North

side of building.

When: Fridays & Saturdays, February 15,16,22,23 at 8pm.

Sunday, February 17 at 2pm.

How much: General Admission – $12

Seniors – $10,

Young (under 2-3yrs) $7 Group rates available.