COMMUNITY CALENDAR 8/7/2002
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TEAMSTER RETIREES’ MEETING
The Teamster Retirees’ Local 414 will hold their monthly meeting August 8, 2002 at 1pm at the Local 414 Union Hall. There will be a pot luck and a guest speaker.
WOODBURN WATERBALL FESTIVAL
The Woodburn Volunteer Fire Department and Woodburn Community Association will present the 4th Annual Waterball Festival August 16 and 17th.
August 16th activities include: “Taste of Woodburn” food tent from 5pm to 9pm and BBQ Chicken Dinner served from 5pm to 7pm. Magician Dick Stoner will entertain everyone from 5:45pm to 6:30pm. The highlight of the evening will be the Benefit Auction with proceeds benefiting the fire station, and the Park Renovation Fund. Featured items include Amish handcrafted lawn furniture and lawn decorations, gift certificates, ride-on toys and much, much more.
August 17th activities will kick off with the parade starting at 10am, and heading straight down Main Street. Immediately following the parade there will be children activities in the park. These activities include rides, clowns, moonwalk, etc. The “Taste of Woodburn” food tent will open all day, beginning at 11am. Waterball Tournament begins at 11am.
G.E. QUARTER CENTURY CLUB OUTING
The G.E. Quarter Century Club will have its 2002 Outing beginning at 9:30am on September 7, 2002 at the Memorial Coliseum – Hall #3. Employees and retirees with 25 or more years of service are invited. For those who did not get a ballot from G.E. News or one that was mailed on July 16, 2002, can still make a reservation. Mail it to: Helen Miller, 934 N.2nd St., Decatur, IN 46733. Check should be for $4. Do not send cash (Nonrefundable). Include name and address. Deadline for reservations is August 23, 2002. For more information, call Tom Ahr at 260-493-6151.
SUMMIT MEN’S CHOIR AT SIMPSON CHURCH
Thirty members of Summit Men’s Choir, directed by Robert Bowman, will sing several selections at the 9am service on August 4, 2002 at Simpson United Methodist Church, Calhoun St. at Suttenfield St. Dr. Scott D. Shoaff will present “Institutionalizing the Faith”. Education studies for all ages follow worship.
ANNUAL FESTIVAL
Who: St. Mary’s Church – Antwerp, Ohio What: Family style chicken and ham dinners, game tent, country store, raffle, silent auction, 50/50 drawing When: Sunday, August 25, 2002 – 11am to 3pm (Ohio time) Where: Antwerp, Ohio 4 miles east of the Indiana state line on US 24. Food Cost: $6.50 Adults – $3 Children 4-12 – Free for 3 & under.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Who: Ossian Church of the Nazarene What: Bug Safari Vacation Bible School When: Monday-Friday, July 29th to August 2nd from 6:30pm to 8:30pm Where: 302 North Metts, Ossian, Indiana Join us as we embark on a Bug Safari! You’ll enjoy Bible crafts, exciting games, hear Bible stories, eat tasty snacks, and hear unforgettable music. Plus, you’ll meet lots of new friends. Parents are welcome to join us each evening at 8:20pm for a wrap-up of the day’s activities. For more information or to pre-register, contact the church office at 622-7449
SOUTH WEST CONSERVATION CLUB INC.
<A Not-For-Profit Corporation> 5703 Bluffton Road, Waynedale, Indiana Community Welcome Events Schedule Fish & Tenderloin Supper – Friday, August 2, 16, 2002 – 5pm until 7:30pm Trap & Skeet Shoot – Sunday, August 11, 25, 2002 – 12:30pm till close 3-D Archery Shoot – Sunday, August 4, 17, 2002 – 9:30am – 2:30pm
BUS TRIP TO FOOTBALL GAME
Who: American Legion Post 241 What: Colts vs Dolphins at Indianapolis When: Sunday, September 15, 2002 at 7:30am sharp – return at 7pm Where: Bus leaves from Post 241 parking lot at 7605 Bluffton Road Cost: $75 (includes bus trip, ticket, tailgate party, brats, hamburgers, beer, pop, chips, and games on bus.) Info: See Jim Michell – 747-3019 or any S.A.L. Officer
ALLEN COUNTY PARKS METEOR SHOWER WATCH
Who: Metea County Park What: Telescopic observing of meteors Where: 12621 Union Chapel Road, Leo, Indiana When: Saturday, August 10, from 9pm to midnight. Cost: Park admission is $2 for people 7 and older. NOTE: Every year in mid-August, earth is visited by the Perseid Meteor Shower, when more meteors than usual may be observed. Come out to the clear skies of Metea County Park to see the meteors streak across the sky, along with telescopic observing of other celestial objects. See and hold real meteorites that came from “out there.” Bring lawn chairs or sleeping pads to lie on while you wait for the “shooting stars.” Meet Education Director Bob Dispenza. Call 449-3180 for more information.
FOOD FOR THE BODY AND SPIRIT!
This is what is in store at Harvest Free Will Baptist Church, 5903 East Dupont Road in Fort Wayne on Saturday, August 3rd. The event begins with Garte’s Fish Fry featuring an all-you-can-eat fish fry from 4pm to 7pm. The cost for the fish fry is $6.50 for adults and $3 for children ages 3-12.
The Sixth Annual “SINGING IN THE SON” concert follows the fish fry at 7pm. Ministering in this year’s concert will be groups, THE SQUIRE PARSONS TRIO and MENDED WINGS. No admission will be charged for this Southern Gospel concert, but a love offering will be received for the benefit of Child Evangelism Fellowship in memory of Bud Steinman, a founding member of Harvest Free Will Baptist Church and long-time board member of CEF. A representative of CEF will be present to explain the ministry of that organization. The church is located off State Road 1, behind the Dairy Queen at the Leo Crossing Shopping Center. For further information and directions call Pastor Jeff Sloan at 483-2590 or Praise Promotions at 625-3476.
KWVA MEETING
The meeting of the Korean War Veterans Assn., Indiana Chapter One will resume on August 10th, at the American Legion Post #82 on Harris Road. Meeting time will be at 9am with breakfast beginning at 8am. Friends and spouses are welcome.
SKYLINE SENIORS MEET Who: Skyline Community Church What: Two Monthly meetings When: August 14, 2002 meeting will be held at – 12:15pm, Kingston Residence, 7515 Winchester Road. Lunch and entertainment will be provided by Kingston. PLEASE NOTE TIME AND PLACE!
WANTED: DONATIONS FOR PORTAGE CREEK CAMP ASSOCIATION’S
“2ND BI-ANNUAL MORE THAN AWLSOME HUMONGUS WAYNEDALE-WIDE GARAGE SALE”
Our last garage sale was so popular we’ve decided to change it from an Annual to a Bi-Annual garage sale. The time of the sale will be announced as soon as we fill up our Scout Cabin Garage again. This is an opportunity to not only get rid of your old junk but to purchase some terrific bargains. Got a full garage/basement/attic/lake cottage you want emptied? (Sorry we don’t “clean” garages, basements, and attics, etc – we just pick up sellable items.) Want to get rid of your old toys, tools, cooking utensils, furniture, antiques, collectibles, and stuff you didn’t get rid of in your last garage sale? The members of Portage Creek Camp Association (Sponsors of Boy Scout Troop 44), 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. We will issue a receipt for your tax-deductible donations. 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.
ELMHURST HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1952 REUNION REGISTRATION INFORMATION
The reunion will be held August 10, 2002 at Hall’s Guest House, Washington Center Road, Fort Wayne. Social Hour at 6pm – Dinner at 7pm. The cost is $20 per person. Make checks payable to: Elmhurst Class of ’52. Pick up a form at the Waynedale News office, fill it out, and send it, along with your payment to: Ron Stoller. Please mail this information by July 10th or sooner. We need your name, spouse/guest name, mailing address, city, state, zip, phone number, fax number, and e-mail address. If you have a question, call Ron at Home – 260-486-2524 or at the Office – 260-422-8527.
ERIN’S HOUSE FOR GRIEVING CHILDREN
Erin’s House provides by-monthly peer-support groups for children ages 3 to 25 that are grieving the terminal illness or death of someone they love. The program goal is to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children, teens and young adults can share their experiences and begin the healing process. Services are provided at no cost to families. Please call 423-2466 for an application. Erin’s House has many volunteer opportunities. Facilitator training dates and times have been scheduled for 2002, so if you’re interested, please give us a call.
GIRL SCOUT TROOP TO MEET AT SCOUT CABIN
Girl Scout Troop #850 (Junior/Cadette) will be meeting at the Portage Creek Camp Association Scout Cabin, corner of Lower Huntington Road and Ardmore Avenue, every Tuesday evening from 6:30pm to 8pm, starting August, 27, 2002. Anyone interested in joining or helping with the troop, please contact Troop Leader Mary Shepard at 436-2422.
RILEY HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN FUNDRAISER
The Golf Dome Family & Event Center will sponsor the Harris Cup Qualifying Tournament on Saturday, August 3, 2002 at 1pm. The qualifying tournament will consist of the low 75 entrants during the month of July. Participants may enter as many times as they wish throughout July simply by purchasing a qualifying attempt for an additional $1 donation to Riley Hospital for Children. The Golf Dome Family & Event Center will match every $1 donated to equal $2 per entrant for Riley Hospital. The winner of the August 3 tournament will receive an all expenses paid trip to the Harris Cup National Miniature Golf Finals in Statesboro, Georgia on Saturday, September 28, 2002.
Riley Hospital for Children is one of 170 hospitals in the Children’s Miracle Network, a charity organization that provides medical care for 17 million children each year. In 2001, Children’s Miracle Network raised more than $229 million through fund raising activities like this event. For more information contact Eric at the Golf Dome Family & Event Center, 432-8783.
FORT WAYNE ART SOURCE
(Non-Profit Gallery and Learning Center)
2812 Lower Huntington Road – Waynedale, IN 46809 – 447-9834
GALLERY HOURS: GALLERY, OPEN FREE TO THE PUBLIC
Mondays: 12pm to 5pm Tuesdays: 12pm to 5pm Wednesdays: 12pm-8pm Thursdays: 12pm-8pm Fridays: 10am-5pm Saturdays: 10am-2pm Sundays: 1pm-4pm
EXTRA August Event:
Children’s Art Workshop – Fabric Art, August 17, 2002 from 12:30pm to 2:30pm – Cost: $15 per child (Project: Tie-Dye your own bandanas Call Diedra Eshcoff at 459-1953.
GEORGE BEALS IS FEATURED ARTIST FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST
Come and view the works of George Beals. George’s work has been on display in the Art Source gallery since it opened in 1993. In his honor, his wife Doris keeps his work in circulation. She is a supporting member of the Art Source. Most of George’s work, are landscapes and seascapes done in watercolors, acrylic, and pastels. A quote from George, “All my life I have had an interest in reproducing the beauties of God’s Creation.” He counted it a privilege to be able to paint scenes that people could identify with and enjoy.
BLOCK LONG GARAGE SALE
Who: Arrow Drive
What: Annual Block Long Garage Sale
When: Friday, August 2, 2002 to Saturday, August 3, 2002
Where: Arrow Drive – off Engle Road, near Bluffton Road, across from Indian Village
VOLUNTEER VOLLYBALL COACHES NEEDED
The Athletic Department at St. Joseph School, Hessen Cassel is looking for college-age students or any adults that would like to volunteer their time to coaching our girls’ volleyball teams. We have a 7th Grade and an 8th Grade team that we need coaches for. If interested, please call Ruth Litchfield at 639-3352.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO DELIVER HOMEBOUND MEALS
Homebound Meals, a non-profit organization, has served the city of Fort Wayne since 1971 and delivers noon meals Monday to Friday to people who are unable to prepare their own meals due to age, illness, or disability. Special diets are available. We need volunteer drivers to deliver noon meals once a week Monday through Friday to homebound people who are unable to prepare their own meals. Contact Judy Gregg at 422-3296.
LOCATION FOR OLD FLAG DISPOSAL
The department of Veterans Affairs, VA Northern Indiana Health Care System, 2121 Lake Avenue, in co-operation with the K.W.V.A. Quiet Warriors Chapter of Indiana, welcome the community to bring in their worn, torn, and tattered flags for disposal in the proper manner. There is a flag collection barrel in the main entrance of the VA Hospital.
FORT WAYNE WRITERS’ FORUM
For prose, poetry, and drama writers. Talkabouts, share, network. Tuesday, August 6, at 7pm, at the Towne House, 2209 St. Joe Center Road. Since new construction is taking place at the Towne House, and the front entrance is temporarily gone, if new, please check for information: Call Trudy at 260-482-9362.
ELMHURST HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF ’82
Can you believe it has been 20 years since walking off the stage at the Memorial Coliseum with your diploma in hand? Well believe it, a 20-year class reunion is being planned for November 30, 2002. We are in the painstaking process of locating all of our fellow graduates so if you have not been contacted personally or if you have any leads of graduates that you have stayed in contact with, please contact Chris Baker Stevens at 260-625-6432 or send an e-mail to ehs82reunion2002@yahoo.com
BOY SCOUT UNIFORMS NEEDED
Boy Scout Troops are 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 a Boy Scout Troop. 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.
CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF ’57 REUNION Who: CCHS Class of ’57
What: 45th Class Reunion When: September 28, 2002 Where: Halls Guest House, Washington Center Road Cost: $27.50 each Buffet Menu: Carved roast beef, ham, baked cod, baked chicken breast, augratin potatoes, Italian vegetables, deluxe relishes, tossed salad, corn, dinner rolls, coffee, iced tea, and assorted desserts. NOTE: A block of rooms has been reserved at the Guest House; please book directly at 260-489-2524.
2nd ANNUAL CRAFTERS TENT
WANTED: Crafters for the Poe Fire Department Festival August 23 & 24. Cost is $30 for a non-electric booth for 2 days. Join us under the crafters’ tent. Call Cindy Pugh at 622-6144.
64th ANNUAL POE FIREMAN’S FESTIVAL Friday, August 23, 2002 Benefit Auction at 5:30pm kids games and activities from 5pm to 9pm. To donate items call 747-6733.
Saturday, August 24, 2002 Backyard volleyball at 9am – call 639-6778 to register – Kids Games and activities from 9am to 8pm
Waterball sign-in at 11:30am with play at 12noon
Euchre from 12noon to 3pm Kids’ Tractor pull at 2pm Horsehoes at 10am, call 639-6452 to register
New Haven Alumni Band at 4pm
Waynedale LTD DANCERS at 5:30pm
Dance to HIGH NOON from 8pm to 11pm.
BBQ Chicken Dinner from 11am to 7pm
Raffle Drawing at 10pm.
BOTH NIGHTS there will be plenty of food and refreshments, a beer tent, bingo, caramel corn, a crafters tent, a moonwalk, a speed cage, high striker, pork & sauerkraut, ice cream, and a FREE Kids Drawing every hour.
WAYNE HIGH ANNUAL REGISTRATION
Wayne High School, 9100 Winchester Road will hold its annual Registration Program for those students who are already enrolled on Tuesday, August 13, 2002 from 9am to 1pm and from 4pm to 8pm in the school cafeteria. Any student who is not yet enrolled should call 425-7630 to schedule an appointment.
MIHSIHKINAAHKWA POWWOW
Honoring the Veterans Miami Indians of Indiana will be hosting the 7th annual Mihsihkinaahkwa Powwow on August 9th, 10th, and 11th 2002, in Morsches Park, Columbia City, Indiana.
Head Dancer – George Dorin, EMCEE – Greg Dorin, Arena Dir. – George Strack, Head Man Dancer – Scott Shoemaker, Head Lady Dancer – Diane Evans.
Invited Drums: Host Nation Drum – Twigh Twee Singers, Host Northern Drum – Black Swamp Singers, Host Southern Drum – All My Relations
Dancers are welcome and will be admitted free to powwow. Woodland Etiquette will be observed. Camping is available.
They will be featuring Woodland Living History and a Children’s Area.
Please respect the Circle by leaving your pets at home. No drugs or alcohol on Powwow grounds – for concert and general information call Sue at 260-982-7172 miamipowwow@yahoo.com
Friday, Saturday, Sunday–weekend pass includes ticket to concert$15
Saturday, & Sunday – Adults $3 and children under 12 are admitted free
Gates open to the public – Friday 5pm to 10pm, Saturday 10am to 9pm, Sunday 10am to 5pm.
There will be a narrated Historic Sites Bus Tour on Saturday only – cost is $3 per person.
Friday Night Concert will be at 7pm and will feature Native American Music with National Recording Artist BILL MILLER.
Tickets are $10 for Adults and children under 12 will be admitted free.
WOODLAND INDIAN WORKSHOPS
AUG. 6TH, 7TH, 8TH, & 9TH in the park – Classes in Traditional Indian Arts
Pre-Registration is required – for information call Dani at 260-244-7843.
MOUNT CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH AND WAYNE TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE MATTHEW SCHOMBERG HOSTS SIGN UP EVENT FOR PRESCRIPTION DRUG SAVING CARDS FOR SENIORS AND DISABLED Date: August 8, 2002 (Thursday)
Time: 10AM to 2PM
Place: Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, 1819 Reservation Drive, Waynedale
Mt. Calvary is hosting a sign-up event to enroll eligible Waynedale citizens into 3 prescription drug cards: the Pfizer Share card, the LillyAnswers card, and the Together Rx discount card. To be eligible for these cards, an applicant must be enrolled in Medicare (for age or disability); must not have any other prescription drug coverage; and must NOT be eligible for Medicaid. They must not exceed these income guidelines: For Pfizer and Lilly cards: $18,000 single; $24,000 couple per year. For the Together Rx card: $28,000 single; $38,000 couple per year.
The eligibility requirements for income is somewhat unique because it targets those whose income doesn’t allow them to afford other drug coverage, yet whose income is too high to qualify for Medicaid.
JOSEPH and the AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
Over 50 area children in grades k-high school will be on stage Saturday, August 3 at 8pm and Sunday, August 4 at 2pm at the Trinity United Methodist Church, 609 Putnam Street, Fort Wayne. Presented as a fund-raiser for Edwards Productions and its Stage Directions program. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students. Purchase tickets at the door or by calling 496-9291. All seating will be on a general admission basis.
AUDITION DATES FOR EDWARD PRODUCTIONS
Musical Neil Simon’s “Fools” Auditions on September 8, 2002 at 7pm Performances November 1-3
“Tony ‘n Tina’s Wedding Auditions on Jan. 5 at 7pm
Performances Feb. 14-16
“Love, Sex, and the IRS” Auditions on Feb. 2 at 7pm
Performances March 21-23
Edwards Productions Inc. is a non-profit traveling theatre troupe based out of Fort Wayne. Their mission is to bring actors together in a safe and welcoming environment, and to educate as well as entertain. For more information about EPI or about upcoming auditions and shows please call 496-9291.
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