COMMUNITY CALENDAR 11/12/2003
BOOKS NOW AVAILABLE
Autographed copies of my new book, HOW TO EAT A WILD GREEN PANCAKE and other humorous tales, will be available for purchase from 9am to 5pm on November 3rd and 4th at The Waynedale News office, 2700 Lower Huntington Road. The price is $19.50. They make great Christmas gifts – Give Your Loved Ones The Gift Of Laughter.
Ray McCune, Associate Editor-The Waynedale News
TEAMSTER RETIREES’ ANNUAL
THANKSGIVING
DINNER
Teamster retirees’ Local 414 will have their annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Tuesday, November 18, 2003 at Ryan’s Steak House. Come hungry!
BUS TRIP TO CHICAGO
Who: Local Chapter of Women in Construction
What; Bus Trip to Chicago – The loop and Water Tower Place
When: Saturday, December 6, 2003 – Leave Meijer on lima Road at 7am and leave Chicago at 5:30pm
Cost: $30 includes Continental Breakfast
Info: Call 484-5146 or 484-5142 to make reservations
SLATER STEEL RETIREES’ MEETING
There will be a Health Insurance meeting for Slater Steel Retires on Friday, November 14, 2003 at 1pm, at the Steelworkers Local 14 Union Hall, 2125 Taylor Street.
THREE RIVERS CROCHET GUILD
Our next meeting will be November 10, 2003, at Michael’s Craft Store, in the Jefferson Pointe Shopping Center. For those who always wanted to learn to crochet, but never had the help you needed, come and join those of us who have been at it for quite a while, and are interested in teaching the skill to others.‑ If you already know how to crochet, join us and share time with those who love to crochet as you do. We are all at different levels of ability. We bring our projects with us and show the rest of the group what we are doing. We meet from 7 – 9 p.m. on the 2nd Monday each month in the classroom at the entrance of the store. For more information call: (260) 747-0601
NEEDED
Horizontal well motor, pump, and tank for Boy Scout Troop 44 Scout House. Call 436-2422.
ABOITE LUTHERAN CHURCH ANNOUNCES NEW SERVICE TIMES
Aboite Lutheran Church, 10312 Aboite Center Road has changed service times. Services now begin Sunday at 8:30am, 10:15am, and Monday at 7pm. Kids Konnection (Sunday School) begins at 10:15am Sunday mornings. Nursery care is offered for infants through 4-year olds for all services.
WANTED! VOLUNTEERS TO ASSIST SENIOR CITIZENS
The AARP Tax-Aide program needs your help in assisting Senior Citizens to prepare their federal and/or state of Indiana Tax Returns. After training by an IRS Instructor, the counselors are assigned to a site in Allen County. We ask the volunteer to work forty (40) hours during the tax season (2 February to 15 April 2004). To sign up or seek additional information, please call Bill Knorr at 260-486-5654 or Virgil Guebard at 260-747-3256.
CRAFT BAZAAR
Who: Moeller Road Wesleyan Church
What: Craft Bazaar Breakfast and Lunch available
When: Saturday, December 6, 2003 from 9am to 3pm
Where: 7722 Moeller Road
Info: Call the church at 749-9758 for directions or for information regarding booth reservations
HOLIDAY BAZAAR
Who: St. Paul Lutheran Church (Preble, Indiana)
What: Holiday Bazaar – Craft Items, Homemade Noodles, Decorated Cookies, Homemade baked goods on sale – Come visit our Cookie Corner! Lunch will be served featuring HOMEMADE soups, sandwiches, and pies
When: Saturday, November 15, 2003 from 10am to 1pm
Where: At the church located at the corner of 750N & 450W, Decatur, IN
Note: Ladies, go shopping and have lunch with us while your husband is out deer hunting
’73 CLASS REUNION
The North Side High School class of 1973 will hold a 30th class reunion on Saturday, November 29, 2003 from 7pm to midnight at the Holiday Inn Downtown. The cost per person is $30 before November 15, 2003 and $40 after the 15th. Please make checks payable to NSHS Alumni Association and address them to: Jone Jerraid, 2835 Devon Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46815.
CRAFT SHOW
Who: Deer Ridge School PTC
What: Deer Ridge Elementary “HOLLY DAYS” Craft Show
When: Saturday, November 8, 2003 from 9am to 3pm
Where: Deer Ridge School (Scott & Illinois (14) Roads)
Info: Bake Sale and Snack Bar – Shop School Wide (Halls, Cafetorium, and Gym) over 160 Craft Tables
SALE
Who: Christ United Methodist Church Women
What: Thrift Shop Sale (Winter and Christmas Items)
When: Saturday, November 8, 2003 from 8:30am to 1pm
Where: Christ UMC, 1101 McKinnie Avenue
WANTED – CRAFTERS
Crafters wanted for the bazaar at New Haven United Methodist Church on Saturday, December 6, 2003 from 9am to 3pm. Tables are available for $25. Call Becky Hayes at 260-749-1711, Mary McMaken at 260-657-1309, or the church office at 260-749-9565.
ST. THERESE HOLIDAY CRAFT FEST
When: Saturday, November 22, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
What: Craft vendors, raffle, luncheon of homemade soups and sandwiches, delicious baked goods, and FREE gift wrapping
Where: St. Therese Church
Info: Table rental available for craft vendors call JoEllen, 436-0995
WANTED: OLD BASEBALL
MEMORABILIA
The Northeast Indiana Baseball Association is looking for baseball memorabilia (trophies, identified pictures, etc.). If you would like to donate for our baseball museum in the WWII Museum at Auburn, Indiana, contact Denver Howard, 6440 Fairfield, #110, Fort Wayne, or call 260-744-5636.
MUSIC AT TRINITY SERIES 2003-2004
Trinity Episcopal Church, 611 West Berry Street
November 9, 2003, 5pm – An afternoon of Voices and Violes
November 16, 2003, 5pm – James Sparrow, Clarinetist, in Recital
February 22, 2004, 5pm – Evensorng – Sung by the Trinity Choirs
March 7, 2004, 5pm – Abendmusik: The Music of Buxethude – Directed by Dr. Melanie Bookout
May 14, 2004, 7:30pm Music for Four Hands and Two Feet – Duo keyboard music presented by Anita Cast and Wayne Peterson
June 6, 2004, 5pm – Eleganza Baroque Ensemble – Directed by Jacquie Loomis
Contact: Wayne Peterson at 260-423-1693, ext. 13 or precentorwayne@skyenet.net
WHAT DO YOU DO WITH FURNITURE AND OTHER THINGS YOU DON’T WANT?
Seeking to alleviate the problems of the homeless, Vincent House, 2827 Holton Avenue (456-4172) provides shelter, care, advocacy, affordable housing and support services for homeless families as these families build strength and strive to become independent, productive members of the community. Rooted in a belief in God, and under the direction of a diverse board, Vincent House seeks to affirm the dignity of life for all served. In doing so, The Vincent Village Outlet Store has opened at 918 E. Pontiac where families in the Vincent Village program can pick out furnishings for their home at no cost. We are in need of gently used furniture, appliances and household items. We especially need beds (twin) and dressers. Your donations help Vincent House provide comfortable, safe, and affordable housing for homeless families in Fort Wayne. Call 456-4172 to schedule an appointment to visit our showroom or schedule a pick-up, if you wish to donate furnishings.
We have special needs also – diapers in all sizes – wipes – adult/child Tylenol, no-alcohol cold medication – coffee/sugar – paper plates, napkins, paper towels, hair care products for Afro-Americans, anti-bacterial hand soap, cleaning supplies, laundry detergent, bleach, hats, gloves, mittens, and boots for children.
EAGLE AERIE #248 NEWS
Join us every Friday for “All You Can Eat Fish” for only $6. Every Saturday come and enjoy steaks and ribs. Featuring 1/2 slab pork back rib dinner for $8.25, 8oz. NY Strip dinner for $6.50 or an 8oz. Top sirloin dinner for $7.50. All dinners include choice of baked potato or fries, vegetable, salad, and roll.
DIVINE SERVICE
Bethany Lutheran Church, 2435 Engle Road, invites you to our Wednesday evening Divine Service at 7:30pm. For more information call 747-0713.
BEN EZRA GROUP
First Presbyterian Church, 300 West Wayne Street, Fort Wayne, offers a program of fellowship and cards each Wednesday from 9:30am to 3pm – September through May. A hot lunch is served at noon for $3.50. Reservations are necessary. Call the church office at 426-7421 a week in advance to make your reservation. Card tables and cards provided; round up a foursome and come for fun, food, and fellowship! Retired people who like to play cards – inquire within.
CHRISTKINDEL MARKT OF FORT WAYNE – ATTENTION ALL AREA ARTISANS!
A new Fort Wayne venue to exhibit and sell your wares. We are looking for artists looking for a venue to sell their top quality hand made gift and holiday items, toys, tree ornaments, and pottery. Freimann Square November 29 – November 30, 2003. For more information or to reserve your market stand, call 260-747-2592 or 260-432-6495. Christkindel Markt, 3355 Elmhurst Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46809.
OLD TROPHIES
If you or your family have old trophies collecting dust and taking up space – and you don’t want to keep them any more – we have a solution for you. You can donate old trophies to: Easter Seals ARC of Northeastern Indiana, Inc., 2542 Thompson Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN 46807. Their phone number is 260-456-4534.
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.
HOLIDAY BAZAAR
Who: Emmaus Ladies Aid
What: Bazaar – with handmade crafts, jewelry, knives, home-made mincemeat, apple butter, cookies, baked goods, and plants. – Soups, salads, sandwiches, and home-made pies will be served from 10:30am to 1pm
When: Saturday, November 8, 2003 from 9am to 3pm
Where: 2320 Broadway
Info: Handicap accessible and wheelchairs will be available. For more information call 432-5228
CRAFT SHOW
Who: Wyneken Memorial Lutheran School
What: Annual Craft Show
When: December 6, 2003
Where: 11565 N. US Highway 27, Decatur, Indiana
Info: Vendor tables are still available for the show. Contact 547-4229.
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSN. TO MEET
The Central High School Alumni Association will be meeting on Wednesday, November 7, 2003 at 1pm in Room #7 of the Anthis Career Center on Barr Street. All Central Alumni are invited and encouraged to attend and join us in planning the future of the association.
HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL DINNER THEATRE PRESENTS
The Heritage High School music department will be presenting its annual dinner theatre on November 16, 2003. This year’s theme is True Colors and will feature a rainbow of musical selections performed by the Harmony Connection and Jazz Band. The menu includes a choice of Swiss Steak or Grilled Chicken, a vegetable, potato, salad, roll, dessert and drink. The show will take place in the Heritage cafetorium at 6:00pm. Tickets for dinner and entertainment need to be purchased by November 7th. The cost is $10 for adults and $6.50 for children10 and under. Entertainment-only tickets will also be available at the door for $5. Contact 639-6575 or 639-7200, or see any Harmony Connection or Jazz band member to purchase your ticket. Hope to see you there!
KOREAN WAR VETERANS’
ASSOCIATION INDIANA CHAPTER ONE SEEKS NEW MEMBERS
The KWVAIC#1 is seeking new members. The following is the criteria for membership: Any person who has seen honorable service in any of the Armed Forces of the United States, said service being within Korea from September 3, 1945 to June 25, 1950 or within/without Korea from June 25, 1950 to January 31st, 1955 or who as a member of the Armed Forces of the U.S. served honorably in Korea from February 1, 1955 shall be eligible for membership. We have members of our organization that were not at any time in Korea but served during that said time. You are most welcome too. If you have further questions concerning membership please feel free to call 485-7627.
CHILI AND HOT DOG SUPPER AND BAKE SALE
Who: Anthony Wayne First Church of God
What: Chili/Hot Dog Supper – Bake Sale/Craft Sale
When: November 8, 2003 from 4:30pm to 8pm
Where: At the church, 6012 South Bend Drive (corner of South Bend Drive and Getz Road)
FISH & TENDERLOIN DINNER
Who: St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church (Flatrock)
What: Fish/Tenderloin Dinner by Ed Fox
When: Saturday, November 15, 2003 from 4:30pm to 7:30pm
Where: 12912 Franke Road, Monroeville, Indiana
Cost: $6.50 – Children 6-12 $4 – Children 5 & under Free
Also: Craft and Bake Sale
Note: Matching funds by THRIVENT
TURKEY DINNER
Who: American Legion Post 241 Auxiliary
What: Annual Turkey Dinner, with mashed potatoes & gravy, stuffing, green beans, cranberry relish, dinner roll, and pie
When: Sunday, November 9, 2003 from 11am to 3pm
Where: American Legion Post 241, 7605 Bluffton Road
Cost: Adults $6- Children 10 and under $3
Why: HOMEMADE BAKED GOODS AUCTION STARTS AT 4pm. The proceeds from the baked goods will go toward the Auxiliary’s charity for 2003-2004, the Indiana Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Home for Children at Knightstown, Indiana.
Info: OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
SATURDAY BREAKFAST SPECIALS $3.00
Who: VFW POST 1421
When: Starting November 8th and November 22nd – Open 8am
What: Breakfast
#1 – Biscuits & Gravy, 2 Pancakes, Whole Hog Sausage Patty or Bacon
#2 – Western Omelet, Hash Browns, Toast or Biscuit
#3 – Scrambled Eggs, Whole Hog Sausage or Bacon, Hash Browns, Toast or Biscuits
Tomato Juice, Orange Juice, Grapefruit Juice – $1.00
Bloody Mary’s – $1.00
Coffee – FREE
Where: VFW 1421 Post at 7712 Bluffton Road
Info: 747-7767
CRAFT BAZAAR
Who: Moeller Road Wesleyan Church
When: December 6, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: 7722 Moeller Road
Breakfast and Lunch available
Info: Call the church at 749-9758 for directions or for information regarding booth reservations
SOUP & BAKED POTATO SUPPER
Who: Nine Mile UMC – Heavenbound Sunday School Class
What: Your choice of soup (chili, chicken noodle, BLT, or vegetable)
When: Saturday, November 15, 2003 from 4:30pm to 7pm
Where: At the church – 6303 Winters Road (Just off Indianapolis Road)
Baked Potato with your choices of toppings: Sour Cream, Chives, Bacon Bits, Shredded/Regular Cheese, Broccoli, Croutons – Dessert, Salad, Drink Included
Cost: $6 Adults – $3 Children 5 to 11, and under 5 FREE
NOTE: Opening Day Deer Hunters – Stop by on your way home from hunting and pick up supper
FUNDRAISING SUPPER
Who: Zanesville Lions Club
What: Supper – Lengerich whole hog sausage sandwich, Soup (Vegetable or Chili), Salad Bar & Drinks
When: Saturday, November 15, 2003 from 4:30pm to 7:30pm
Where: Davis Restaurant in Markle
Cost: FREE WILL DONATION – Eat what you want and leave a free will donation to be used for Zanesville Lions’ Projects (Cancer Control, Eye Bank, Leader Dog, Diabetes, Speech and Hearing, Etc.)
NOTE: Opening Day Deer Hunters – Stop by on your way home from hunting and eat supper. Better yet, go home and get the Missus and bring her here for supper
FISH FRY
Who: St. Aloysius Catholic Church
What: Ed Fox Fish Fry – Homemade Scalloped Potatoes or Chips, Homemade Cole Slaw or Applesauce, Bread & Butter, Dessert, and Drink
When: Friday, November 14, 2003 from 4:30pm to 7:30pm
Where: At the church – 1/4 mile south of I-469 on Highway 1
Cost: $6.50 Adults, $6.00 Seniors, $3.50 Children (ages 5 thru 10), Free (ages 4 and under), $6.00 all carryout
13th ANNUAL HEALTH FAIR
Healthy Cities Health Fair and Veterans Stand Down will be held at the Wayne Township Trustee Office, 320 E. Superior Street on Friday, November 14th, 2003 from 9am to 4pm. Free lunch served 10:30am to 3:00pm. The event will be for adults 18 years and older who are uninsured and underinsured.
Free Health Services include: Immunizations for Flu, Pneumonia, Hepatitis A&B, Blood Sugar & Cholesterol Checks (no eating/drinking after 12 am), TB, HIV, Syphilis, Foot Screening, Sickle-Cell, Blood Pressure, Dental, Vision, Depression, & Osteoporosis Screenings, along with Health Education & Referrals for Prostrate Screenings, Pap Smears & Breast Exams. Free Hair Cuts. Additional Services include provisions of: Winter clothing, blankets and personal hygiene items. Additional services for homeless veterans include: cold weather gear, referrals, and support.
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