FEBRUARY 27, 2015 – COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Editors Note: The Community Calendar is a free announcement service for non-profit and not-for-profit organizations’ events. Although this is a free service provided please consider a $10 to $15 donation per issue to keep this service and your local paper available. The Waynedale News receives an abundance of press releases and articles for each issue. Information that has a focus on Waynedale is given the highest priority. We try to evaluate all submissions on a timely basis.
COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
When: Sat, March 7
6a– 10a
Where: Waynedale
Masonic Lodge
7039 Elzey St.
Cost: Free Will donation
Contact: 260-410-0497
ALL YOU CAN EAT
FISH FRY
Who: Southwest
Firefighters Association
When: Friday, March 13
4p- 8p
Where: 7001 Old Trail Road
Why: Fundraiser in support of the staff and volunteers of the Southwest Allen County Fire District
Add’l: Meal includes Fish, fries, coleslaw, roll & drink
Served at the Firestation located at 7001 Old Trail Road
Cost: $8 for adults
$4 for kids 10 & under
Contact: Jason Thackrey
747-3811
FORT WAYNE BALLERS
What: Summer AAU Basketball Team Tryout
Middle school boys 6th- 8th grade
When: Sat, Feb. 28
Noon-2p
Where: St. Henry’s Catholic Church and School
2929 E Paulding Rd.
Add’l: Bring your ‘A’ Game
Light Scrimmage Game
Don’t be late!
Contact: Coach Scott
260-804-7122
SETTLERS HISTORY TOUR & LUNCH
What: History Tour of the Thomas and Lucy Swinney House and the Allen County Court House
When: Thursday, March 26
10a -2p
Add’l: The program, lead by educator Linda Huge, begins at the Swinney Homestead, 1424 West Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne
Parking is free and the first floor of the house is handicap accessible
Luncheon will be served at the Swinney House by Settler members
Following lunch, guests will depart from the Swinney House and meet at the Allen County Courthouse, 715 S. Calhoun Street
Proceeds from this event support Fort Wayne’s Historic Swinney Homestead
Cost: $25
Reservations are on a first come, first served, and payment must be received by March 19
Contact: (260)-492-8584
Settlers, Inc. www.settlersinc.org
ANNUAL COLLEGE FAIR
When: Monday, March 9
6p- 7:30p
Where:
Homestead High School
Add’l: We anticipate over 80 four-year universities, two-year colleges, and vocational schools located throughout the United States to be in attendance and available to speak with students and/or their parents.
Representatives from the Armed Services and financial institutions are expected as well.
The program is open to the public.
One junior or senior student in attendance, will win a $200 scholarship.
Cost: There is no admission charge.
Contact: Cindy Fitt
260-431-2204
JR. INDIANA MASTER NATURALIST CAMP
Who: Allen County Parks
When: March 30- April 3rd
9:30-3:30 daily
Ages 9-12
Where: Fox Island County Park
Add’l: “NATURE CAMP” includes eight specialty classes on frogs, earthworms, geology, ponding for aquatic life, native plants, owls, birding with binoculars, and trees.
The certification camp also provides three volunteer workshops during the camp week.
Registration forms available at www.allencountyparks.org
Both nature centers have registration forms as well.
Cost: $100
Contact: Natalie Haley
260-449-3246
“HATS OFF TO SPRING” LUNCHEON & PROGRAM
What: Sandy Benning with Premier Design Jewelry
When: Tues, March 24
11:30a- 1p
Cost: $15.50 inclusive
Who: Fort Wayne Women’s Midday Connection
Where: Orchard Ridge Country Club
4531 Lower Huntington Road
Add’l:
Reservations by March 17
Meridith
672-3414
Babysitting available
Stonecroft Ministries
ARCOLA YOUTH BASEBALL LEAGUE REGISTRATION
Who: Youth ages 5-13
When: Now through
March 14
Where: On-site Registration 2/17 & 2/19 from 6-8 at Arcola Elementary School
What: Online Registration is now open at www.arcolabaseball.com, you can pay online through PayPal or print and email or mail the registration form along with a check
Cost: $60 for first child
$50 for second child
Contact: Angela Conner
260-312-8082
7TH ANNUAL
TASTE OF WAYNEDALE
When: Tuesday, March 24th
4:30 – 7p
Where: Mount Calvary Family Life Center
Cost:
Tickets are $15 in Advance
$20 Day of
Contact: Call 747-1523 to RSVP or email cgarrison@kingstonhealthcare.com
Add’l: Proceeds to benefit Honor Flight Honor Northeast Indiana and Community Harvest Food Bank
FISH FRY – BISHOP LUERS ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB
What: All you can eat fish
When: Friday, Feb. 27
4:30 -7:30p
Where: Bishop Luers’ Cafe
What: Dan’s of Huntington Fish Fry Services
Meal includes fish, slaw, applesauce, potato, roll, dessert and beverage.
Cheese Pizza also available
Cost: $10 adults
$5 children ages 6-11
5 and under are FREE
Add’l: Drive thru and Carry Out Available
MONTHLY MEETING
Who: Disorderly Bear Den
When:
First Thursday of the 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
POST 241 AUXILIARY – 2ND ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF
Who: American Legion
Post #241 Auxiliary
When: Saturday, Feb 28th
4:30p
Where: 7605 Bluffton Rd.
What: Registration & set-up by 4:30p.
Tasting & judging
from 4:30- 5p.
Starting at 5p chili and hotdog for $5.
Baked goods auction at 6p.
Music afterwards.
Entertainment by Tom Clark.
Contact: Diana 432-6369
Beulah Matczak 747-6305 to enter the cook off
FWCHS ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIPS
When: Deadline Mon.,
April 13
What: Descendants of graduates of Ft. Wayne Central HS (1922- 1971):
1. $500 educational scholarships for 1st or 2nd year of college within the U.S.
2. One $1000 to a current college Junior/Education major within the U.S.
3. Home-Schooled college bound students will need official SAT or ACT scores.
Contact: FW area HS guidance offices:
Bonnie at bjarnold44@msn.com
Dianne at dbezdon19@comcast.net
Anthis Career Center (260) 467-1005
ANNUAL FISH FRY
Who: Roanoke Lions Club
When: Fri. March 13
4:30-7:30p
Where:
Roanoke American Legion
Cost: $8 Pre Sale Tickets
$9 at the Door
Contact: 260-403-2961
COMMUNITY BINGO
When: Every 2nd Tuesday
at 2pm
Where:
Riverbend Health Care
Cost: Free
Contact: 260-747-7435
ATTENTION VETERANS
Who: American Chronic Pain Association Meeting
When: 1st and 3rd Tues
9am
Where: Waynewood Inn
Contact: Traci
710-3012
FISH FRY
Who: Fort Wayne Sport Club
When: Feb 27, Mar 27, Apr 3
4:30p – 7p
Where: 3102 Ardmore Ave.
Cost: $8 adults
$4 children 6-10
6& under free
What: Includes fish, potatoes, coleslaw, applesauce, roll & dessert
Contact: Phil
515-1695
HELP STOP
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Who: Heather’s Story
When: Throughout the year
Where: Bishop Luers High School
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
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
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
ME-‘N-U
COMMUNITY MEALS
Who: Aldersgate
When: Every Thursday
6p to 7p
Where: Aldersgate Community
2417 Getz Road
Phone: 432-1524
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
Laura Chatham
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
SOUTHSIDE OPTIMIST CLUB MEETING
Where: Waynewood Inn
Bluffton Road
When: Tuesdays 7a
Contact:
Ron Perkins
747-6186
FISH AND TENDERLOIN SUPPER
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
When: First and Third
Friday of month
5p – 7p
Where: 5703 Bluffton Rd.
Southwest
Conservation Club
Contact: 747-4677
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
BAERFIELD TOASTMASTERS
What: Learn speaking and leadership skills
Where: Penguin Point
7303 Winchester Rd.
When: Tuesdays at 6p
If you need help becoming a confident, effective speaker at your club meetings
This is the place to begin!
TRAP AND SKEET SHOOT
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
When: Second and Last
Sun of month
12:30p until close
Where: 5703 Bluffton Rd.
Southwest
Conservation Club
Contact: 747-4677
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
Laura Chatham
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