COMMUNITY CALENDAR 1/22/2003

DRIVE-THRU FISH FRY

Who: St. Joseph Hessen Cassel Church Youth Group

What: Drive-Thru fish fry by ‘COUNTRY CHEF’

When: Friday, February 7, 2003 from 4pm to 6pm

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Why: Proceeds benefit the youth group mission trip.

Food: 4 pieces of broasted fish, potato wedges, coleslaw, applesauce & dinner roll

Cost: $6 per meal – Free delivery for large business orders

Info: Pre-sale tickets guarantee you a meal – for info or pre-sale tickets, call 639-6665.  Hessen Cassel is located on U.S. Hwy. 27 south of the 469 Bypass.

2nd ANNUAL WINE TASTING EVENT

The Scottish Rite Center will be hosting its 2nd Annual Wine Tasting Event on Friday, February 21, 2003 at 6:30pm.  The event will be held in the Scottish Rite Center’s Valencia Ballroom.  Tickets are $25 per couple and can be reserved by calling 260-423-2593-ext 1 by February 17.  The event will include hors d’oeuvres, wine sampling, demonstrations by wine professionals and an opportunity to make wine purchases.  The proceeds of the event will benefit the 431 Foundation, formed to raise the funds necessary for the renovation of the historic Scottish Rite Center.  Last year’s premiere event welcomed over 100 guests and raised over $1,200.

GERANIUM & BASKETS SALE

Allen County 4-H Clubs are sponsoring a Geranium & Hanging Baskets Fund Raiser.  Each 4-inch potted geranium will cost $1.  Colors offered this year include, Red, Salmon, White, Pink, and Fushia.  Hanging baskets available are Boston Fern; Purple Wave Petunia, Lilac Wave Petunia, Pink Wave Petunia; Non-Vining Geranium Baskets in Pink, Salmon, Red, & Fushia; and Ivy Geraniums in Red or Pink.  All hanging baskets are $10 for a 10” basket.  Orders must be placed and paid for by March 28 – order early.  The geraniums and hanging baskets will be available for pickup at the Allen County Fairgrounds, Lions Barn on Saturday, May 3 from 9am to 5pm.  For additional information or an order form please call the Purdue Cooperative Extension Office at 481-6826.

ARENA THEATRE, INC. TO PRESENT “MOUSETRAP”, BY AGATHA CHRISTIE

When: January 24,25,31-February 1,7,8.  For the evening performances, the Social Hour begins at 6:30pm with Dinner at 7:15pm; show begins at 8pm.  Admission is $25.  The theatre is located at 719 Rockhill Street.  To make reservations, call 260-493-1384.

WAYNEDALE UNITED METHODIST WOMEN INVITE

You to attend A DAY OF GROWTH Spiritual Retreat on Saturday, January 18, 2003 from 9am to 2pm.  The “Walking In Faith Through Music” leader will be the Rev. Kaye Ferguson-Patton Assisted by: Dr. Richard A. Patton.  This will take place at Waynedale United Methodist Church, 2501 Church Street and the cost will be $8 – lunch provided.  Call 260-747-3541 to make reservations.

HOW TO MAKE A MOVIE

Who: Windsong Pictures

What: A Community Service Workshop

When: Sunday, February 2, 2003 from 9am to 12noon

Where: Elmhurst High School Learning Center

Info: This special interactive workshop is designed for students along with their parents, teachers, and community residents to learn how to make a movie.  The program will help participants create commercials, documentaries, comedy, and drama shorts.   Their projects can then be entered in the Windsong Film Festival for 2003.  For more information call 260-348-5510 or check Windsong71@comcast.net.

LOOK GOOD . . . FEEL BETTER PROGRAM

Who: Northeast Indiana Area American Cancer Society

What: A Look Good . . . Feel Better Program for women going through cancer treatment

When: Monday, February 3, 2003 from 10am to 2pm (lunch provided)

Where: Women’s Cancer Center at Lutheran Hospital, 7910 W. Jefferson Blvd, Medical Office Bldg. 2, Suite 112, just off the main lobby.

Details: The society’s Look Good . . . Feel Better is a community-based, free service that teaches female cancer patients beauty techniques to help restore their appearance and self-image during chemotherapy and radiation treatments.  Lunch is provided and there is no cost to attend this workshop.  Reservations are required; call 471-3911 to reserve your spot.

TEAMSTER RETIREES

Teamster Retiree’s Local 414 will have their monthly meeting on January 21, 2003 at 1pm at Local 414 Union Hall.  If school bus runs we will meet.

4-H OPEN HOUSE

Parents and young people interested in learning more about the Allen County 4-H Program are invited to attend 4-H Open House on Saturday, January 25.  The Open House will be held from 11:30am to 12:30 pm at the Allen County Fairgrounds, 2726 Carroll Road in the Home & Family Arts Building.  4-H Programs are available for youth from age 3 through Grade 12.  Those attending the Open House will have an opportunity to visit with 4-H Volunteers, have their questions answered and sign up to join 4-H.  It is the policy of the Purdue Cooperative Extension Service, David C. Petritz, Director, that all persons shall have equal opportunity and access to the programs and facilities without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, or disability.  Purdue University is an Affirmative Action employer.

4-H DOG OBEDIENCE PROGRAM TO BEGIN IN MARCH

Allen County 4-H is offering a series of workshops this spring and summer on dog obedience training.  The program is open to youth that are in grades 3-12. Young people can learn how to train their family dog to be more obedient.  The dog should be at least six months of age.  Youth will learn how to teach their dog to heel on a leash, stand for examination, sit, stay, and much more.  They will also learn about the health, care and grooming of their dog.

The cost of the program is $25.  The meetings will be held on Mondays, at the Home Loan Building, Allen County Fairgrounds, 2726 Carroll Road, Fort Wayne.  All participants must pre-register, pay fees and complete their paperwork by February 20.  Class size is limited.  For more information and registration material, contact Barb Thuma, Extension Educator, 4-H/Youth at 481-6826.

ASSOCIATION MEETING

Who: Old Trail Neighborhood Association

What: Meeting

When: January 28th at 7pm

Where: Wayndale Library, 2200 Lower Huntington Road

FREE MATH & SCIENCE HOMEWORK HELP OFFERED BY ROSE-HULMAN COLLEGE

Just call 1-800-ASK-ROSE; between 7PM and 10pm, Sunday through Thursday from September through May (The Homework Hotline is closed during Rose-Hulman’s holiday and quarter breaks.)  This service is FREE and is available to any student grades 6 – 12 who needs math or science homework help.  Have your homework assignment, a textbook (if available), paper, pen or pencil, and a calculator (if needed).  The tutors will not give you the answer to your problem but they are trained to ask the right questions to help students analyze the problems and find their own solutions.

FOX ISLAND TO PRESENT NATURAL HISTORY OF ALLEN COUNTY

Join Naturalist Jodi Leamon, Wednesday, January 22, 2003 from 6:30am to 8:30am, for a look at the history of our rivers, Native Americans, pioneers, wildlife, and what Indiana used to be.  This program is for all ages.  The cost is $2 per person.  Reservations are required in advance at 260-449-3180.

FOX ISLAND PROGRAM

Who: Allen County Parks Department

What: Winter Astronomy

When: January 17,24,31 and February 7 from 7:30pm to 9pm.

Where: Fox Island Park, 7324 Yohne Road

Information: Night 1-Observing and stars, Night 2-Constellations, Night 3-Solar Systems, Night 4-Galaxies, nebulae and other distant objects.  This series is for adults.  Class fee is $20 for the series, and includes all handout materials.  Meet at the Fox Island Nature Center, 7324 Yohne Road.  Bring binoculars or telescopes, and warm clothing.

FORT WAYNE ART SOURCE

(Non-Profit Gallery and Learning Center)

2812 Lower Huntington Road – Waynedale  260-447-8550

E-mail address: FWArtsource@aol.com

GALLERY HOURS: GALLERY, OPEN FREE TO THE PUBLIC

Mondays: 12noon to 5pm

Tuesdays: 12noon to 5pm

Wednesdays: 12noon-8pm

Thursdays: 12noon-8pm

Fridays: 10am-5pm

Saturdays: 10am-2pm

Sundays: 1pm-4pm

ARTIST FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY IS JO LYNN O’CONNELL

Photographer and custom jewelry designer Jo Lynn works in the business world for a living and treasures the creative outlet that art supplies.  She has been working with beads for 10 years and photography for 15 years.  Fort Wayne ArtSource has a limited number of ArtSource memberships available and is accepting work for screening in all media.  Successful applicants will be provided space for up to 10 hanging pieces and 15 three-dimensional pieces in our public gallery.  Interested artists should call our membership chairperson Sue Shull at 432-7114 for more information or stop by the Gallery.

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING AT FOX ISLAND

We need at least 4 inches of snow to operate our Cross-Country ski program and the Winter Family Fun begins.  Rental Hours are 9am to 4pm – skis must be returned by 5pm.  Rental fees are $5 per hour for adults, $4 per hour for children 12 and under and Seniors 60 years and older.  For the most current ski conditions, or more information on Fox Island’s Cross Country Skiing Program, please call us at 449-3180 or 449-3196.

FLAG HISTORY AND ETIQUETTE BOOK AVAILABLE THROUGH THE BOY SCOUTS

The book entitled YOUR FLAG is available through the 2002 Boy Scouts of America Official Retail Catalog.  Learn the proud history and etiquette of the American flag.  This book has new illustrations and information throughout.  Order catalog #Z33188A.  The cost is $8.95 plus tax.  The book is also available in the Boy Scout Shop at the Anthony Wayne Area Scout Office/Training Center, 8315 W. Jefferson, Fort Wayne, IN 46804.  American flags are also available.  For prices and information call Janice at 432-9593.

BEAT THE WINTER BLUES FEST

St. Joseph Hessen Cassel School’s 11th Annual BTWB Fest on Saturday, February 8, 2003.  Euchre tournament with cash prizes, karaoke entertainment, cash bar, and free nacho bar.  Doors open at 6:30pm Euchre tournament starts promptly at 7pm.  $5 admission fee.  Pre-register for tournament by February 7.  $3 entry fee.  Proceeds benefit the school.  For information or registration for Euchre tournament, call Leeann at 622-7044.  Hessen Cassel is located at U.S. Hwy. 27, just south of 469 Bypass..

WANTED: VOLUNTEERS TO HELP TAXPAYERS

AARP Tax-Aide Program, the country’s largest volunteer tax preparation service, needs your help.  In 2002, AARP Tax-Aide volunteers helped 1.7 million middle and low income tax taxpayers with their federal and state tax returns.  We expect an even busier tax season in 2003 so we need additional volunteers.  After training, counselors are assigned to sites in Allen County such as, Waynedale Library.  The volunteers are asked to work a minimum of 40 hours during the tax season (February 3 to April 15, 2003).  For volunteer information, please call Virgil Guegard at 260-747-3256 or Bill Knoor at 260-484-5654.

HOMEBOUND MEALS

Homebound Meals 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. Contact Judy Gregg at 422-3296.

HOMEBOUND MEAL VOLUNTEERS

Homebound Meals needs volunteer drivers to deliver noon meals once a week Monday through Friday to homebound people who, through age, illness or disability are unable to prepare their own meals.  Contact Judy Gregg at 422-3296.

VOLUNTEER DRIVERS NEEDED TO HELP CANCER PATIENTS

The American Cancer Society is currently looking for ROAD TO RECOVERY volunteer drivers for Northeast Indiana.  If you have a few hours a week to spare and a car, ROAD TO RECOVERY may be for you.  As a ROAD TO RECOVERY driver, you will volunteer to take cancer patients, unable to drive, to and from cancer treatments at a local hospital or other health care provider.  For more information, or to obtain an application, please call Gavin Schubert at your local American Cancer Society office at 260-471-3911 or email gschubert@cancer.org.

The American Cancer Society is the nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy, and service.

SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION (1853-2003)

The Nine Mile United Methodist Church located at 6303 Winters Road (Just east of the Indianapolis Road) will be celebrating their Sesquicentennial (150 years) during the year 2003.  Reverend Larry Ray, District Superintendent, will speak at the morning worship service on Sunday, January 5, 2003, at 9am to begin a yearlong celebration of this special milestone.  A brunch will be served at 10:15am in the church fellowship area for all those in attendance.

The congregation of the Nine Mile United Brethren Church was first organized in January 1853, in the home of John Miller by the Reverend Casey, with sixteen charter members.  One acre of ground was sold to the church by Daniel and Lucy Ann Buskirk for $10.  This land became the location of the church.  The congregation is now made up of 130+ members.  A table of memorabilia and pictures of past church events will be on display.  If you have any such items you want displayed please contact the church office at 260-747-3459.

All former pastors and those who attended the Nine Methodist Church in the past are invited to be part of this special program to start our celebration of our 150th year.  Our present pastor, Reverend Joseph Haney, invites everyone to be part of this day and the events that will occur throughout 2003.  The Sesquicentennial Committee looks forward to celebrating the past, present, and the future of the Nine Mile United Methodist Church throughout the year of 2003.

LIVING ON LESS INCOME

The United States continues to see a downturn in the economy and families are facing challenging financial situations.  Continual company buyouts, downsizing, and closures place a real strain on family finances.  Families can work together to make it through these times.  Resources are available from the Purdue Cooperative Extension Service to assist with this time of change.  Visit the Allen County website www.ces.purdue.edu/allen and the Consumer and Family Science page to visit a website titled “Living on Less”.  Publication topics include When Your Income Drops, Managing Your Credit, and Talking to Your Family.  Visit the Purdue University website at extension.purdue.edu/Pages/default.aspx for additional information on stretching the budget.

SOUTHSIDE OPTIMIST CLUB MEETING

Who: Southside Optimists

What: Weekly Meeting

When: Tuesday, January 21, 2003 from 7am until finished.

Where: Atz’s Restaurant, Tillman Road

NOTE: Speaker for this meeting will be Professor of Biology George Mourad and his topic will be ‘STEM CELL RESEARCH OUTSHINES CLONING’.

ALLEN COUNTY EXTENSION OFFICE PROGRAM OFFERINGS

The Allen County Extension Office will offer the following programs this winter and spring.  The general public is invited to attend.  No registration is required.  All programs are held at the Allen County Extension Office on the IPFW Campus, 4001 Crescent Avenue, Fort Wayne.

MEN ARE LIKE WAFFLES . . . WOMEN ARE LIKE SPAGHETTI – Thursday, February 6th at 7pm

Men and women know they are different, but what can you do to make differences work for you?  Understand, and delighting in your differences, will help to relieve stress instead of creating it.  By bridging the gender differences you will bring out the best each has to offer.  This program is a treat for all who want to find “unity” in their diversity.  Presenter: Judi Merkel, Wells Country CFS Educator.