TALES FROM THE CARIBBEAN
As Dream Weaver approached her mooring ball, Dave (everybody called him Shark Boy) hurried forward with the boathook, snagged the
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Original Leisure & Entertainment
Our Original Leisure & Entertainment showcases columns, stories, and features that entertain, inspire, and spark curiosity. Written by local Waynedale and Fort Wayne columnists, these pieces explore traditions, everyday history, quilting and handcrafts, movies, humor, and reflections on life in northeast Indiana. Each story is created exclusively for The Waynedale News, inviting readers to slow down, enjoy a good read, and stay connected with the people, memories, and pastimes that make this community unique.
NEWS FROM THE HILLS
Dog days came into our hills hot and dry, with searing heat and crops begging for rain. It is a
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AROUND THE FRAME
SPEAK AT A GUILD; MAKE A NEW FRIEND Last week it was my privilege to speak to the members of
Read MoreAREA SCOUTS GO NATIONAL TO CELEBRATE CENTENNIAL
As part of the 100th Anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America, Northeast Indiana Scouts invite local residents to a
Read MoreREVIEWED BY ALAN
Driftwood Lane, the fourth book by Denise Hunter with a Nantucket setting will bring the seashore right into your living
Read MoreGREAT ANSWER FROM JOHN GLENN
Some people still don’t understand why military personnel do what they do for a living. This exchange a few years
Read More“THE SHADOW” RADIO’S STRANGEST ADVENTURER TURNS 80
Marking the eightieth anniversary of the debut of “The Shadow,” the nationally syndicated radio program “When Radio Was” will present
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SMOKE ON THE WIND
“All we can do now is pray.” Wow! I learned from an Indian woman not to say that.
Read MoreSUMMER PLAYGROUND PROGRAM
June 14 – August 6 Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm Boys and girls, 5 and older,
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REMINISCENCE
TATI’S STOLEN CHAUSSON POINTS Tatiana’s story continues (Part 3 of three) Tatiana watched the newspaper with excitement and sure enough
Read MoreTALES FROM THE CARIBBEAN
After all the Amsterdam clients were on board and safely situated, Dave (everybody called him Shark Boy) removed the cover
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NEWS FROM THE HILLS
Summer has exploded in our hills like a Fourth of July firecracker, with searing heat and high humidity. The widespread
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QUILTERS HALL OF FAME READIES FOR ANNUAL CELEBRATION
July 15-17 are the dates for this year’s Quilters Hall of Fame Celebration. The historic Marie Webster House in Marion,
Read MorePROTECT YOUR POCKETS: MONEY SKILLS FOR NEWLYWED COUPLES
Wedding season is underway, and hundreds of Hoosier couples are taking the next step toward building their life together. Before
Read MoreIF CHILDREN LEARN
If children live with criticism, They learn to condemn.If children live with hostility, They learn to fight.If children live with
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FELINE FUR CHILDREN DEMAND EQUAL TIME
Boy was there a revolt at the Eubank home after my last article. MEOOOOOW! PHHHHHHT! “How dare you write an
Read MoreNEWS FROM THE HILLS
Twilight shakes a soft blanket of mist about the shoulders of our hills as night approaches at the close of
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Dave (everybody called him Shark Boy), and Ryan kicked off their boat moccasins and laid back on the port and
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Paul Tillich turned forty-three in 1929 and he finally got what he always wanted.He was given a full professorship (in
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THE REMININISCENCE
TATI’S STOLEN CHAUSSON POINTS Tatiana’s story continues (Part two of three) Tatiana remembered wearing a long lightweight skirt that
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SMOKE ON THE WIND
TRY THIS When you get up in the morning, the first words that you say are – “Good morning
Read MoreGRANDMA’S APRON
I wonder if kids now days know what an apron is, how about you? 1. The principal use of Grandma’s
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SMOKE ON THE WIND
THE WEATHER MAN On a hot August Friday evening, I was honored to be part of the ground blessing
Read MoreDID YOU KNOW?
This week’s DYK is a continuation of Paul Tillich’s story: Tillich did successfully get through World War I and his
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ONE STEP AHEAD OF THE DOG
Restore a quilt; Renew a dog Over the past six months, thanks in part to this column, the Journal Gazette
Read MoreNEWS FROM THE HILLS
Light raindrops are slowly dripping down on the lacy white ash bush, which in turn scatters the drops on the
Read MoreTALES FROM THE CARIBBEAN
After a brief moment of anger over his mother’s malady — the chronic alcoholism into which she had fallen —
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THE REMININISCENCE
TATI’S STOLEN CHAUSSON POINTS (Tatiana’s story continues) Tatiana was getting older almost ninety. It was more difficult for
Read MoreINDIAN SMOKE SIGNALS ON RELIGION
The Redman’s religion is not a matter of certain days and set observances, but is a part of his every
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