South & Southwest Fort Wayne Indiana News
The Waynedale Community Calendar is a free announcement service for non-profit and not-for-profit organizations’ events, happenings and news from throughout the Waynedale area of Fort Wayne, Indiana. Information that has a focus on Waynedale is given the highest priority. If you would like to suggest something to our calendar please click here to submit a Waynedale Community Calendar Event.
BISHOP LUERS 60TH ANNIVERSARY HOMECOMING
When: Fri. Sept. 14
Where: Bishop Luers HS,
Add’l: Events open with the celebration of Mass at 4:30 p.m. After Mass, the Distinguished Knight Award recipients will be announced. A tailgate dinner will be available at 5:30 p.m. The highlight
LIGONIER MARSHMALLOW FESTIVAL
When: Aug. 31 – Sept. 3
Where: Ligonier, Indiana
Add’l: A Fun Friendly Family Event. Rides, Food and Performances. Splash Pad is open all weekend. A Fireworks display at Kennry Park At Dusk, on Friday, Aug 31. The Grand Parade will be on Labor
ARTCITY AT RIVERCITY
When: Sat. Aug. 18, 11a-6p
Where: TekVenture, 1550 Griffin St. 46803
Add’l: We are excited to present our second annual Artcity at Rivercity festival! We will have artists, craftsmen, and creators of all forms at our event including live music, food trucks,
COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
When: Sat. August 4, 6a-10a
Where: Waynedale Masonic Lodge, 7039 Elzey St. 46809
Cost: Free-will donation
ALL YOU CAN EAT FISH FRY & PORK TENDERLOIN
When: Friday, August 10, 4:30 to 7:00 PM
Where: Park Edelweiss, 3355 Elmhurst Dr.
Add’l: Fish Fry and Pork
KAREN’S KITCHEN DONUTS
When: Sat, July 21
6a– 10a
Where: Waynedale
Masonic Lodge
7039 Elzey St.
Cost: Free Will donation
EMBARK – WAYNEDALE TRAILS CELEBRATION
When: Sat. July 21, 12-4p
Add’l: Encouraging the public to use the trails and sidewalks to visit area businesses who
COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
When: Sat. July 7, 6a-10a
Where: Waynedale Masonic Lodge, 7039 Elzey St. 46809
Cost: Free-will donation
THREE RIVERS MUSTER: A TIMELINE EVENT
When: Sat. July 14, 10a-6p & Sun. July 15, 10a-4p
Where: The Old Fort, 1201 Spy Run Ave. 46805
Add’l: Historical
10TH ANNUAL CHILDREN W/ SPECIAL NEEDS FOR AM VETS, FUNDRAISER
When: June 23
Where: Amvets Post #33, 6620 Koester Dr, 46819
Add’l: To raise funds that help military families with special needs children in our community. Includes a car/ bike/ truck show, bake sale, food, entertainment,
KYLE ROAD & KNOLLS OF ARDMORE ASSOCIATIONS GARAGE SALES
When: Fri. & Sat. June 8 & 9, 9a-4p
Add’l: North of Sandpoint Road and on the East and West sides of Ardmore Ave.
RELIEF FOR PUETO RICO
When: Wed. June 13, 5:30p-7:30p
Where: Calhoun Street Soups, Salads, and Spirits,
WAYNEDALE MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
When: Mon., May 28, 9a
Add’l: The Parade starts at Waynedale United Methodist Church, and proceeds down Old Trail Road to
Prairie Grove Cemetery.
The public is also invited for a Military Ceremony in the cemetery after the parade.
Contact:
“KLOTHES FOR KIDS” FISH & CHICKEN DINNER FUNDRAISER
When: Fri., May 11, 4-7p
Where: Waynedale Elementary School
7201 Elzey Street 46809
Add’l: Waynedale Elementary School and Waynedale Lions invite you to come enjoy some food and fellowship that supports a good cause
COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
When: Sat., May 5, 6a-10a
Where: Waynedale Masonic Lodge, 7039 Elzey St. 46809
Cost: Free-will donation
COMMUNITY BAND CONCERT
When: Tues., May 8, 7:30p
Where: John & Ruth Rhinehart Music Center
IPFW campus
Add’l: Program of music includes The Sound
“KLOTHES FOR KIDS” FISH & CHICKEN DINNER FUNDRAISER
When: Fri., May 11, 4-7p
Where: Waynedale Elementary School
7201 Elzey Street 46809
Add’l: Waynedale Elementary School and Waynedale Lions invite you to come enjoy some food and fellowship that supports a good cause
COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
When: Sat., April 7
6a–10a
Where: Waynedale
Masonic Lodge
7039 Elzey St.
Cost: Free-will donation
PLANT YOUR OWN BASKET DAY
When: Sat. April 14, 9a-2p
Where: Broadview Florist, 5409 Winchester Rd.
Add’l: Build your own hanging basket, we’ll grow it for you
SAUSAGE &
PANCAKE BRUNCH
When: Sun., March 25, 9a-1p
Where: Poe Firestation
3619 E. Yoder Rd.
Add’l: Fundraising to maintain the firestation and fire fighting equipment.
Cost: Adults $7.50
Children 6-12 $4
Children under 6 free
COIN &
CURRENCY SHOW
When: Sun., March 18, 9a-4p
10TH ANNUAL “KINGSTON’S
TASTE OF WAYNEDALE”
When: Tues., March 20
4:30p–7p
Where: Mount Calvary Family Life Center
1819 Reservation Drive
Add’l: The final year for Taste of Waynedale.
24 local restaurants and businesses will offer samples of a variety
HOME & GARDEN SHOW
When: Thurs-Sun, March 1- 4
Where: Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
4000 Parnell Ave.
Add’l: Walk through the garden, patio & landscape displays and take in the sights and smells of spring. Shop for unique garden accessories and more!
Fort
ELMHURST LITTLE LEAGUE & SOFTBALL REGISTRATION
When: Saturdays 11a-2p
Feb. 3 & Feb. 10
Where: Bethany Lutheran Church – 2435 Engle Rd.
Add’l: Registration for the 2018 baseball and softball season. Our program houses aged 4-16.
More info:
KAREN’S KITCHEN DONUTS
When: Sat, Jan. 20
6a– 10a
Where: Waynedale
Masonic Lodge
7039 Elzey St.
Cost: Free Will donation
VISION & HEARING LINK
When: Tues, January 26, 6:30p
Where: 10343 Dawsons Creek Blvd., Bldg. 6, Suite B
Who: Carl O. Myers, OD, FCOVD Developmental Optometrist
COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
When: Sat, Jan. 6
6a–10a
Where: Waynedale
Masonic Lodge
7039 Elzey St.
Cost: Free-will donation
Contact: 260-410-0497
KAREN’S KITCHEN DONUTS
When: Sat, Jan. 20
6a– 10a
Where: Waynedale
Masonic Lodge
7039 Elzey St.
Cost: Free Will donation
DECATUR ARTISAN CRAFT MARKET
When:
GIVE BACK WITH OUTBACK
When: Wed. Dec 13, 4-10p
Where: Outback Steakhouse 5455 Coventry Ln.
Add’l: 15% of your total check will be donated to the for Us Navy Sea Cadets – Summit City Division, when you mention the fundraiser.
CHRISTMAS IN WAYNEDALE
When: Sat. Dec 16,
noon-1:30p
Where:
CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY
When: Dec. 1, 2, 8 & 9
6-9p
Where: 2726 Carroll Rd.
Add’l: Experience a Christmas lit evening with the DeKalb County Horseman’s Association’s horse-drawn wagon rides. Enjoy a Nativity scene, choirs, music and live animals in a country barn.
NORTHROP
CRAFT BAZAAR
When: Sat., Nov. 18
9a-3p
Where: Northrop High School
7001 Coldwater Road
Add’l: The Northrop High School “Big Orange Pride” (BOP) Marching Band is hosting their annual Fall Craft Bazaar
More than 250 regional artists, artisans
11TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS MART
When: Sat., Nov. 18, 9a–3p
Who: Fort Wayne Maennerchor/ Damenchor
Where: Park Edleweiss
3355 Elmhurst Dr.
Add’l: Open to the public. Great event for gift shopping. Arts, crafts, German sweets, baked goods for sale.
Also Bratwurst and
ELMHURST TOUR/ MEET & GREET
When: Two day event.
Fri., Nov. 10; 8a – 6p:
Open to alumni who graduated in years 1969 or earlier, and their immediate family only, as well as former staff members.
Sat., Nov. 11; 8a – 6p:
Open to alumni who graduated in years 1970
COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
When: Sat., Oct. 7
6a–10a
Where: Waynedale
Masonic Lodge
7039 Elzey St.
Cost: Free-will donation
Contact: 260-410-0497
FT. WAYNE COMMUNITY BAND CONCERT
When: Tues., Oct. 24, 7:30p
Where: John & Ruth Rhinehart Music Center
IPFW campus
Add’l: The 80-piece