National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day is August 21.
Mayor Tom Henry and the Fort Wayne Police Department announced that it is imperative Fort Wayne residents are aware of the alarming rates of fatal overdoses involving fentanyl, a synthetic . . .
Do Not Be A Bully Month is celebrated in August and reminds us to address bullying prevention. The month-long event aims to promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.
With the school year just around the corner this is the perfect time for parents . . .
Mayor Tom Henry joined the Fort Wayne Public Art Commission, members of Gene B. Glick Company, and city officials for the dedication ceremony of a new Faces of the Fort mural.
The mural, located at the Edsall House Apartments, Building B, 310 West Berry . . .
SOARIN’ HAWK RAPTOR REHABILITATION
SAT. 8/12 – HUNTERTOWN HERITAGE DAYS at 1:00
Bring the family to enjoy some fun at Huntertown Park
Meet some beautiful Raptors!
AFFORDABLE EYEGLASSES
QUALITY OPHTHALMOLOGY EYECARE
EARL BRAUNLIN, M.D.
717 WEST JEFFERSON BLVD. FORT WAYNE
PHONE 426-3494
SUMMER CLEANUP
Lawn mowing pressure washing snow removal leaf removal junk removal 260-418-6653
HIRING ASST. RETAIL MANAGER
McNamara Florist is hiring an experienced Assistant Retail Manager. Must provide exceptional customer experiences while guiding staff toward maximum performance. Apply at McNamaraFlorist.com/employment.
260-474-4131
WINDOW & GUTTER CLEANING
For professional cleaning.
Call today and ask for William. 260-278-1744
HIRING DENTAL ASSISTANT
Hott Family Dentistry is seeking a qualified expanded functions dental assistant. Experience preferred. Forward resume to blufftondentaldds@gmail.com or P.O. Box 432 Bluffton, IN. 46714.
MASONRY
Brick Repair, Foundation Tuck, Pointing, Chimneys.
No job too small!
Licensed & Insured
260-432-3445
HIRING LAB TECHNICIAN
Hott Family Dentistry is seeking a qualified lab technician. Experience preferred. Forward resume to blufftondentaldds@gmail.com or P.O. Box 432 Bluffton, IN. 46714.
RN TOENAIL TRIMMING
Save yourself or your family from the worries and risks of trimming your toenails.
– Thick or overgrown nails often require the use of specialized instruments.
Call 705-2921 for an appointment.
Ken Sorg, RN
Sorg Senior Foot Care LLC
5800 Fairfield Avenue
Suite 117, Fort Wayne
KAREN’S KITCHEN DONUTS
Who: Waynedale Masonic Lodge 7039 Elzey Street
When: Saturday August 12, 2023; 6am-10am
Cost: Free Will Donation
ENJOY WRITING OR LOOKING FOR JOURNALISM EXPERIENCE?
We are currently accepting community submissions and columnists from the Waynedale area.We are looking for local news writers as well as original entertainment based authors. 260-747-4535
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50 cents per word after.
Stop by The Waynedale News office or online at waynedalenews.com
Classifieds MUST be paid in full before paper deadline.
Biologists with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Purdue University recently documented a very young hellbender salamander, a gilled larva, in the Blue River while conducting routine surveys in south-central Indiana. This discovery . . .
Mayor Tom Henry announced that he will partner with a number of African American pastors to launch a new group called the Ubuntu Collaborative. Ubuntu means “I am because we are,” and the hope of the newly developed group is to reignite the rich . . .
The Sassy Vegan presents “Down & Dirty with Dirt Wain” a “Sassy Sundays’” event, taking place at Studi07, 3414 Fairfield Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46807, on August 13, 2023, from 12pm-6pm, featuring 30+ local vendors, a vegan buffet, featured . . .
PEACE EVANGELICAL
LUTHERAN CHURCH
www.PeaceLutheranfw.org
4900 Fairfield Ave.
Fort Wayne, IN 46807
(260) 744-3869
Worship Times:
Sun. 9a, Wed. 6:30p
Bible Class Sun. 10:30a
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GRIEFSHARE
SUPPORT GROUP
When: Wednesdays, August 2 – Oct 25, 6:30-8:00pm
Where: Cafe Conference Room
Who: Those grieving the loss of a loved one
Why: Comfort, hope and support
Add’l: Register online at www.griefshare.org/groups/166353. Or contact the church office at 260-744-3869. Handicap accessible.
Cost: Free
Contact: Rose Murphy, 260-744-3869 or cafeministry@peacelutheranfw.org
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MOUNT CALVARY
LUTHERAN CHURCH
www.mtcfw.org
1819 Reservation Drive
Fort Wayne, IN 46819
(260) 747-4121
Worship Times:
Worship Sundays 9:30am
Bible Study Sundays 10:45am
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CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL
When: Open 6-6, Monday through Friday
Where: Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, 1819 Reservation Dr.
Add’l: Infants through age 5. Before/After School Care.
Contact: 747-4121 x1
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BETHANY
LUTHERAN CHURCH
www.BethanyLC.org
2435 Engle Rd.
Fort Wayne, IN 46809
(260) 747-0713
Worship Times: Sun. 9:30a
10:45a Bible Class
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OSSIAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
www.ossianumc.org
201 W. Mill Street
Ossian, IN 46777
(260) 622-4326
Worship Times:
Sunday 9am Worship & Children’s Sunday School, and Childcare
10:15am Fellowship Time & Adult Sunday School
Pastor: Rev. David Herr
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HOLY SCRIPTURE
LUTHERAN CHURCH
www.HolyScriptureFW.org
8811 Kinnerk Road
Fort Wayne, IN 46819
(260) 478-1717
Worship Times: Sun. 9:30a
Adult & Children
Bible Studies 11a
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MESSAGE SERIES: DEFINE CHRISTIAN
Add’l: Streamed services available on Facebook or Website: holyscripturefw.org
Contact: Pastor Brenner 260-478-1717 Email:
Though summer is nearing an end, Parkview Health – along with the family of a young boy who survived a drowning earlier this year – is urging area residents to not let down their guard when it comes to water safety.
A drowning is any incident in . . .
Bowen Health Clinic formally introduced its second Fort Wayne location to the public on Wednesday, July 26
The clinic co-located with the Bowen Center outpatient office at 2100 Goshen Road, continues Bowen Center’s shift to integrated care in order . . .
Petty Officer 2nd Class Cody Nice, a native of Fort Wayne, Indiana, serves with Patrol and Reconnaissance Squadron (VP) 45 based out of Jacksonville, Florida. The squadron’s primary mission is to undertake maritime patrol, anti-submarine warfare, . . .
Three Rivers Active Streets will present a free screening of The Street Project, a story about humanity’s relationship to the streets and the global citizen-led fight to make communities safer at Cinema Center (437 E. Berry Street, Fort Wayne, IN . . .
The twenty-fifth season of the Lifetime Sports Academy successfully wrapped up with a fun day and award ceremony at McMillen Park for kids and parents. More than 850 participants in 2023 and over 31,300 since its inception, developed skills in the . . .
The History Center presents Miami Indian Heritage Days, Saturday, August 5 at the Chief Richardville House, 5705 Bluffton Road, Fort Wayne. Learn about the lasting heritage of the Miami and other regional Native American groups. Local artists, performers . . .
The Allen County Public Library has launched a strategic planning survey to gather feedback from the Allen County community about the library’s collection, services, programs, and role in the community. This data, both qualitative and quantitative, . . .
Comcast awarded $50,000 to The Literacy Alliance of Fort Wayne to advance economic opportunity through digital literacy and broadband adoption to help more Hoosiers get online. To get technology in the hands of those who need it most, the company also . . .
The Fort Wayne Tattoo Festival, Indiana’s premier tattooing event, will be taking place the weekend of August 11-13. The festival will host over 200 tattoo artists exhibiting their work and competing in contests with 15 categories. Nationally and . . .
Recently, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne Jim Kelley Career Pathway Center and the Allen County Juvenile Probation (ACJP) division celebrated a first ever partnership program in a ceremony held at the center on Fairfield Avenue.
High school . . .
In the summer of 2022, The Waynedale News sparked the idea of the “Take Some, Leave Some” produce stand, and it took off like wildfire! The produce table has returned for the summer of 2023 and is already seeing traffic of people giving and receiving . . .
The community-wide event, Shop Waynedale, concluded with great success on Saturday, July 22nd. Despite its name, “Shop Waynedale,” the event featured inclusive activities like a Scavenger Hunt and a Passport Stamp challenge that welcomed participation . . .
Helping the Hungry and the Homeless will be the theme of a free event on August 22 at Grace Episcopal Church, 10010 Aurora Place (just off Liberty Mills Road) in Fort Wayne.
Beginning at 7 p.m., Rev. Joshua Gale, executive director of Just Neighbors . . .
Northeast Indiana Local Food Network presents the 4th Annual Local Food Week from Friday, July 28 through Sunday, August 6, 2023. This 10-day celebration of local food features tours and events hosted by 30 different farms, markets, artisan food producers, . . .
OSSIAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
www.ossianumc.org
201 W. Mill Street
Ossian, IN 46777
(260) 622-4326
Worship Times:
Sunday 9am Worship & Children’s Sunday School, and Childcare
10:15am Fellowship Time & Adult Sunday School
Pastor: Rev. David Herr
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WAYNEDALE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
www.WaynedaleUMC.com
2501 Church Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46809
(260) 747-7424
office.waynedaleumc@gmail.com
Worship Times:
Sunday 9:45 a.m.
Sunday School following 9:45 a.m. service
Weekday Preschool
Ages 2-5 (Sept-May)
(260-241-6683)
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2ND ANNUAL PARKING LOT PARTY
When: Sunday, July 23 at 2:00pm
Where: The Parking Lot at Waynedale United Methodist Church, 2501 Church St, Fort Wayne, IN 46809
Who: Everyone welcome
Why: Live music concert by the Christian rock band – Tribute
Add’l: Bring a lawn chair; enjoy Free Root Beer floats; in case of rain – indoors.
Cost: FREE
Contact: The Church Office at 260-747-7424
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FOOD BANK HOURS
When: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9 am- 11 am
Where: 2501 Church Street, Fort Wayne, IN, Door 1
Who: Areas 46809, 46819, and the Yoder area
Contact: 260-747-7424
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BETHANY
LUTHERAN CHURCH
www.BethanyLC.org
2435 Engle Rd.
Fort Wayne, IN 46809
(260) 747-0713
Worship Times: Sun. 9:30a
10:45a Bible Class
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HOLY SCRIPTURE
LUTHERAN CHURCH
www.HolyScriptureFW.org
8811 Kinnerk Road
Fort Wayne, IN 46819
(260) 478-1717
Worship Times: Sun. 9:30a
Adult & Children
Bible Studies 11a
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MESSAGE SERIES: DEFINE CHRISTIAN
Add’l: Streamed services available on Facebook or Website: holyscripturefw.org
Contact: Pastor Brenner 260-478-1717 Email:
Mayor Tom Henry, Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Director Steve McDaniel, community representatives and additional public officials dedicated the new paved pedestrian trail and picnic shelter at Buckner Park in southwest Fort Wayne.
The ribbon-cutting . . .
BISSELL Pet Foundation, a national animal welfare organization dedicated to ending pet homelessness, is excited to announce it will team up with MetLife Pet Insurance for the foundation’s upcoming “Empty the Shelters” reduced-fee adoption event. . . .