Community Calendar Events

February 3, 2017 – COMMUNITY CALENDAR

LOOKING FOR ELMHURST CLASS OF ‘67 CLASSMATES
Add’l: We need your contact information for our 50th Class Reunion, which is planned for Sat. Aug. 26, 2017.
Contact: Rhonda (Hosler) Dennon at rldennon@hotmail.com or Linda (Hartman) Fagen at lafagen@msn.com

MIDDLE SCHOOL BRIDGE DESIGN COMPETITION
When: Sat., Feb. 18
Where: Concordia Lutheran High School
Why: Kick off to National Engineers week
Add’l: The 2017 DiscoverE Committee and Concordia Lutheran High School would like to invite all northeast Indiana middle school aged children to participate in the 18th Annual Middle School Bridge Design Competition. In celebration of National Engineer’s Week.
Cash prizes for the top three places will be provided by DiscoverE Committee.
A copy of the rules and general information concerning the competition can be found at: www.CLHSCADETS.com/apps/pages/Bridge-Competition
Contact: For more information about registration or the facility, call Crystal Castleman at (260) 483-1102, ext. 304, at Concordia Lutheran High School.

COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
When: Sat., Feb. 4
6a– 10a
Where:
Waynedale Masonic Lodge
7039 Elzey St.
Cost: Free-Will donation
Contact: 260-410-0497

MID-WINTER BARN SALE
When: Feb. 24, 9a – 5p
Feb. 25, 9a – 3p
Where: Park Edleweiss (Barn) 3355 Elmhurst Drive
Who: Open to the public
Rental areas available.
Add’l: Two stories to shop from at the Barn. Tax deductible donations accepted. German food and drink available. Sponsored by Fort Wayne Maennerchor/ Damenchor
Cost: $5 per table / $20 space
Contact: Patti Knox
(260) 444-3634 to reserve your spot

ADHD PRESENTATION
When: Mon., Feb. 20, 6p
Where: Aboite branch of the Allen County Public Library
Who: Dr. Charles Kelsey, DC and Dr. Vicki Kelsey, DC
Why: Computerized non-drug approach to healing ADHD
Add’l: Looking at cutting-edge, natural ways to heal ADHD and ADD, the patterns in the brain that are associated with it, and more.
Cost: Free
Contact: RSVP to 260-402-7657

SPAGHETTI DINNER FUNDRAISER
When: Sat., Feb. 25,
following 5p Mass
Where: St. Therese Catholic Church Gymnasium
Who: All are welcome
Why: Raising money for updates & repairs at the school.
Add’l: The menu will include spaghetti & meatballs, mixed Italian salad, garlic bread, and dessert, along with your choice of coffee, punch or water. 100% of the proceeds from this dinner will go directly to the school building. Bring your family, bring your friends and bring your appetite! We look forward to seeing you there to help support St. Therese School.
Cost: $8 Adults (13+)
$5 Children (5-12)
Under 5 Free
Contact: No RSVP necessary

FISH FRY
When: Feb. 10, March 10, April 14, May 12
Where: Park Edelweiss
3355 Elmhurst Drive
Cost: $9 adults
All you can eat.
Music Provided.
Contact: Chad (260) 747-0713

PURDUE GLEE & IPFW SINGING DONS CONCERT
When: Sat., April 1, 7p
Where: Mirro Center for Research & Innovation on the Parkview Hospital campus on Dupont Road.
Add’l: The Glee Club’s versatile repertoire includes gospel, vocal jazz, swing, contemporary hits, romantic ballads, classical selections, barbershop, folk, opera choruses, country and novelty tunes and patriotic standards. Specialty groups and outstanding soloists further enhance their performance.
Cost: Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for students and can be purchased at the door or on line at www.purdue.edu/pmo/calendar

ELMHURST LITTLE LEAGUE REGISTRATION
When: Feb 4 & 11, 9a-2p
Where: American Legion
Post 241, 7605 Bluffton Rd.
Add’l: Registering ages 4-16. T-ball, machine pitch, live arm and softball.
Visit Elmhurstlittleleague.com for more info.

ADAMS COUNTY WINTER ARTISAN MARKET
When: 9a to 1p
Feb. 18, March 18, April 15
Where: Riverside Center
231 E. Monroe St., Decatur
Add’l: Fundraiser for Decatur Capital Campaign. Vendors from Adams, Allen, Jay, and Wells counties selling baked goods, home decor, jewelry, children’s books, leggings, purses, Christmas, handsewn crafts, honey, jellies, cosmetics, handmade soaps, essential oils, wood crafts, and more.
Cost: Free Admission

FISH FRY
When: Feb. 24, March 24, April 14
4:30p – 7p
Where: Fort Wayne Sport Club, 3102 Ardmore Ave.
Cost: $9 adults
$4 children 6-10
6 & under free
What: Includes fish, potatoes, coleslaw, applesauce, roll & dessert
Contact: Phil at 515-1695

ME-‘N-U
COMMUNITY MEALS
Who: Aldersgate
When: Every Thursday
6p to 7p
Where: Aldersgate Community
2417 Getz Road
Phone: 432-1524

MONTHLY MEETING
Who: Disorderly Bear Den
When:
First Thursday of 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

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

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

FURNISHING HELP TO REBUILD LIVES
Who: Mustard Seed Furniture Bank
When: Monday – Friday
10a – 4p
Where: Drop off donations
3636 Illinois Rd.
Complimentary pick up service for large items
Info: Accepting bed linens, blankets and kitchen and bath towels and miscellaneous kitchen items
Also accepting household furnishing, pictures and knick-knacks
Contact: 260-471-5802 x 1

SWEET ADELINES TOWNS OF
HARMONY CHORUS
When: Mondays
6:30p – 9p
Where: 5120 Speedway Drive
Info: Real Women,
Real Harmony, Real Fun
Contact: 260-436-7104
townsofharmony.org

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

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

SOUTHSIDE OPTIMIST CLUB MEETING
Where: Hall’s Restaurant
Bluffton Road
When: Tues., 7a
Contact:
James Lambert
747-7907

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

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

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