July 7, 2017 – COMMUNITY CALENDAR

TRIP TO TOTALITY – SOLAR ECLIPSE TRAVEL PROGRAM When: August 19, Saturday – Introductory Program 10am Metea County Park August 21, Monday Bus trip to southern Illinois All Day – Leave from Fox Island County Park Add’l: Includes bus travel, viewers, use of our filtered astronomical equipment & education both during the trip & at a pre-trip program on August 19. We will be leaving early in the morning from Fox Island County Park on August 21, travel throughout the morning, set up at Giant City State Park in southern Illinois (depending on cloud cover), observe for a few hours, and head back to Fort Wayne. Cost: $100 Pre-register by: 7/20 To register or for more information: bdispenza@allencountyparks.org; 449-8619 Bob Dispenza FREE CONCERT When: Tues., July 11, 7:30pm Where: Foellinger Theater Franke Park Add’l: The 80-piece concert band will perform Back Home Again in Indiana, Big Band Signatures, Blue Tango, Fantasy Adventure at the Movies, Highlights from the 1812 Overture, Satchmo, a medley of songs from the works of composer Richard Rodgers, Armed Forces – The Pride of America and more. ME-‘N-U COMMUNITY MEALS Who: Aldersgate When: Every Thursday 6pm-7pm Where: Aldersgate Community 2417 Getz Road Phone: 432-1524 ALL YOU CAN EAT FISH & TENDERLOIN FRY When: First & Third Friday of each month. Where: Southwest Conservation Club 5703 Bluffton Rd. Add’l: Open To The Public, includes an all-you-can-eat fried fish and tenderloin with sides of green beans, corn, cole slaw, french fries, roll and butter, pudding and jello. Cost: $9 for adults Children 12 and under $5 Age 5 & under Free UPCOMING EVENTS YOU’LL LOVE! Where: Southwest Conservation Club 5703 Bluffton Rd. Add’l: Open To The Public Events – BINGO Starting June 22 5pm doors open 6pm first game –Trap And Skeet Sundays every second and last Sunday of the month Starting at Noon –3D Archery Shoot Second Sat of the month 20 Target course 9am FLEA MARKET When: 2nd Sat. each month 8am-3pm Where: Southwest Conservation Club 5703 Bluffton Road Add’l: Jewelry, tools, antiques and collectibles! Cost: Free to attend! Reserve an outdoor space Tables available Contact: Dean (260) 747-5947 WAYNEDALE BUSINESS CHAMBER MEETING When: Thursday, July 13 2pm Where: Waynedale Library 2200 Lower Huntington Rd. Why: For the improvement of the community, we give the business leaders (and the ‘Waynedale business district’) a voice to petition the city for improvements; a general members meeting time and date to discuss problems in our area, and a way to meet and greet your business neighbors. Organizing ourselves to work together is the first step to create great things! www.waynedale.com/business Contact: Jordan Cornwell 260-747-5529 MONTHLY MEETING Who: Disorderly Bear Den When: First Thurs of month 6:30pm 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 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 9am–11am Where: Boy Scout Office 8315 W. Jefferson Blvd. 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: Mon–Fri 10am–4pm 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, box springs, mattresses and knick-knacks. Contact: 260-471-5802 x 1 SWEET ADELINES TOWNS OF HARMONY CHORUS When: Mondays 6:30pm–9pm Where: 5120 Speedway Dr. Info: Real Women Real Harmony, Real Fun Contact: 260-436-7104 townsofharmony.org ALZHEIMERS CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP Who: Alzheimers Association When: First Thurs 10am 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 4pm–6pm 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 10am Where: Eagles #248 4940 Bluffton Rd. Info: Food served before and after meeting Bring friends and spouses! Contact: Mary Anna Roemke 260-485-7627 SOUTHSIDE OPTIMIST CLUB MEETING Where: Hall’s Restaurant Bluffton Road When: Tues., 7am Contact: James Lambert 747-7907 MS SELF HELP GROUP What: For individuals and family members dealing with MS When: First Mon 7pm Where: Fort Wayne Rehabilitation Hospital 7970 West Jefferson Blvd. Contact: 639-0549 FREE BINGO Who: Kingston Healthcare When: Second Wednesday 9am–10am Where: Chick-fil-A Jefferson Pointe Info: 15% of all sales go to Alzheimer’s Association Contact: 260-747-1523 Camille Garrison TAKE THE WAYNEDALE COMMUNITY SURVEY Add’l: Your insight will contribute greatly to future improvements and projects in the Waynedale community. 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