Thursday, September 2, 2010
7:00pm
"Brain Rules: Boosting Brainpower" Interactive Workshop
Allen County Extension Office on the IPFW Campus
4001 Crescent Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN
"Brain Rules: Boosting Brain Power"--This interactive workshop provides information on how to boost brain power, what moving your body has to do with your brain and how well you will age. There will be a short humorous video to illustrate the topic.
The general public is invited to attend. No registration is required. All programs are held at the Allen County Extension Office on the IPFW campus, 4001 Crescent Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN. For questions, contact Vickie Hadley at the Allen County Extension Office, 260-481-6826
Saturday, September 4, 2010
1:00pm-4:00pm
Miami Indian Heritage Days
Chief Richardville House
5705 Bluffton Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Saturday's Miami Indian Heritage Days will feature Dani Tippman on "Miami Harvest: Edible and Usable Plants and Materials".
Sponsored by the History Center, Miami Indian Heritage Days programs are held from 1-4 pm on the first Saturday of the month, May through November, and feature local artists, performers, and representatives from the Miami Indians and other Native American groups demonstrating aspects of their lasting heritage for the public to enjoy.
Admission for each Saturday event is $7 adults and $5 students and seniors. History Center members and children ages 5 and under are free. Admission also includes the opportunity to visit the Chief Richardville House, 5705 Bluffton Road, Fort Wayne. Persons visiting the Chief Richardville House can also view a Miami long house that is currently under construction.
The fall program continues on October 2 when The Miami Indian Alliance of Miami Indians present traditional wikiami building and cattail matting. November 6 and 7 are Traders Days.
For more information, contact the History Center at (260) 426-2882 or visit the website at www.fwhistorycenter.com.
Saturday, September 4, 2010, 9:00am-5:00pm
Sunday, September 5, 2010, 10:00am-4:00pm
41st Annual Tri Kappa Antique Show & Market
DeKalb County High School
3424 County Road 427 Waterloo, IN 46793
The 41st Annual Tri Kappa Antique Show & Market will once again be held at the DeKalb County High School over Labor Day Weekend. The air-conditioned facility is located on CR 427 next to the DeKalb Middle School and provides ample and free parking.
The Show is renowned for the collection of fine quality antiques on display such as antique china, paintings, prints, porcelain, glassware, tableware, textiles, toys, jewelry and furniture. The Tri Kappa Antique Show is one of the finest antique shows in the Midwest featuring 50 dealers with a reputation for providing customers with investment quality merchandise. Tri Kappa is a non-profit group that offers support to many community organizations.
Show hours are: Saturday Sept. 4th 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. & Sunday Sept. 5th 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $ 5 for Adults, children 12 and under are FREE.
Any questions please contact Jody Gochenour, tel # 260-925-4435, e-mail: jagoch@mchsi.com
Thursday, September 9, 2010
1:00pm
Preserving Nature's Bounty: Workshops for Safe Home Food Preservation
Allen County Extension Office
4001 Crescent Avenue Fort Wayne, IN 46815-4590
Picture your garden overflowing with plump, juicy tomatoes, shiny green peppers, and crisp green beans. Imagine picking juicy peaches, pears, and apples from the local orchards or selecting fresh produce from baskets at the farmers' markets. Why not save some of this bounty to enjoy all through the year? Food preservation is the process of treating and handling food to stop or greatly slow down spoilage, loss of quality, edibility, or nutritive value caused or accelerated by micro-organisms.
Learn to preserve foods safely. Contact the extension office at 260-481-6826, or hadleyv@purdue.edu, or visit the web page http://www.extension.purdue.edu/allen under Consumer and Family Science or Family for a brochure and to register.
Cost is $2.00, payable at the door to cover printing costs. Register early, class size will be limited.
Saturday, September 11, 2010
9:00am-4:00pm
Disabled American Veterans' Veterans Claim Assistance & Counseling
River City Harley-Davidson
5525 Highway 930 East
Ft. Wayne, Indiana
The DAV Mobile Service Office will be at the River City Harley-Davidson, 5525 Highway 930 East, Ft. Wayne, Indiana, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 11, 2010, to personally provide the best counseling and claim filing assistance available.
This event is part of the nationwide Harley's Heroes tour and is free to all veterans and members of their families.
For further information, please contact NSO Tony R. Craig at (317) 916-3615.
Saturday, September 11, 2010
11:00am-3:00pm
Kids Fest
New Horizons Fellowship Church
1330 Werling Road, New Haven, IN
Free food, games and a petting zoo are scheduled.
For more information, contact Patty Gerig at pgerig.plg@verizon.net or
Pastor Jeff Elliot at pastorjeff@newhorizons.net, or contact the church via phone at (260) 749-0422.
Monday, September 13 through Saturday, September 18, 2010
Monday through Thursday: 9:00am-8:00pm
Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am-12 Noon
Book Sale
Ossian Public Library
North Jefferson Street & Highway 1, Ossian Indiana
BOOK SALE - OSSIAN BRANCH LIBRARY, N Jefferson Street, Highway 1, Ossian, Indiana, September 13 - 18, 2010 during regular library hours. 10,000 donated books, magazines and other media available. Hardbacks $.50, paperbacks $.10. New items each day.
Special collector showcase in the lobby featuring Gene Stratton Porter. All income from this sale benefits library programs. For more information, Contact Ted Waters at 260-413-0651.
Beginning Saturday, September 18, 2010
Fall Art Classes for Children in Grades 1-8
University of Saint Francis
School of Creative Arts
2701 Spring Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46808
The School of Creative Arts at the University of Saint Francis has announced fall art classes for children in grades 1 through 8. Classes will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturdays from September 18 through December 4, 2010 at the Rolland Art and Visual Communication Center off of Leesburg Road.
Students will be introduced to multiple processes, artists and cultures through a variety of mediums and disciplines such as drawing, painting, printmaking, multi-media, and ceramics. Art materials will be provided. The cost is $75 per child, which includes all materials and instructional fees.
Early registration is advised as enrollment is limited. For more information or a registration form, please contact the School of Creative Arts at 260-399-7700, ext. 8001.
Friday, September 24, 2010
The History Center's Buffalo Tro
Chief Richardville House
5705 Bluffton Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Fort Wayne's most unique fund raiser - the History Center's Buffalo Tro -takes place on September 24. Proceeds from the evening benefit the Heritage Education Fund (HFE), which provides free admission to the History Center for area students grades K-12. About 10 percent of the HEF budget comes from the Buffalo Tro fund raiser. Other funding is provided by donations and the Olive B. Cole Foundation. Schools benefiting from the HEF are in Allen, DeKalb, LaGrange, Noble and Steuben counties.
The Buffalo Tro, now in its fifth year at the Chief Richardville House, stems from the time when Chief Jean Baptiste Richardville hosted dinner parties at his home, located at what is now 5705 Bluffton Road. The Buffalo Tro presents an introduction to Great Lakes Region Indian cooking, followed by the cooking of hearty buffalo steaks directly on a large bed of smoldering coals, a traditional method that sears in flavor and juices. The steaks are part of a catered dinner.
Evening activities will also incude cultural interpretation, music by the Prairie Fire String Band, and a silent auction. To reserve tickets, which are $50 per person, call Stephanie Essex at 426-2882, ext 308, by Sept. 17. For more information, visit www.fwhistorycenter.com.
Saturday, September 25, 2010
The Alzheimer's Association's annual Memory Walk(R)
Headwaters Park in Fort Wayne
This event will raise awareness and funds to fight the disease locally in Indiana. The Alzheimer's Association's Memory Walk, is the nation's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer care, support and research programs. Held annually in hundreds of communities across the country, this inspiring event calls on volunteers of all ages to become Champions and raise funds to support the fight against Alzheimer's. Champions include those living with the disease, families, caregivers, corporate and community leaders, who actively support Memory Walk in our community. Participants in Memory Walks across the United States have raised more than $300 million to date.
To start a team or make a donation, contact
the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org/indiana or 800-272-3900.
For more information, visit www.alz.org/indiana.
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Beginning at 1:00pm, shotgun start
Bishop Luers Alumni and Friends Golf Outing (Florida Scramble)
BROOKWOOD GOLF COURSE
10304 Bluffton Rd., Fort Wayne, IN
Proceeds to benefit Bishop Luers needs-based tuition assistance fund. Cost: $75.00 per person includes: greens fees, cart, range balls, 6 drink tickets and food. HOLE SPONSORSHIP: $125 per hole.
Registration Forms can be downloaded at www.bishopluers.org/alumni
Questions? Please contact the Alumni Office at (260) 456-1261 x 3039
or Melissa Hire at mhire@bishopluers.org or Sarah Shank at shank@bishopluers.org
Thursday, September 30, 2010
6:00pm
Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana 6th Annual Tribute Dinner.
a fundraiser for Cancer Services
Marquis Ballroom, Fort Wayne Marriott Hotel
305 E Washington Center Road, Fort Wayne, IN
Cost: $100 per ticket, $800 per table (includes one tribute)
This year's event, "Bridging Troubled Waters: A Reflection on Life's Journey," offers our community an opportunity to pause, treasure the memories of people who have been touched by cancer, and pay tribute to them, whether a cancer survivor, caregiver, physician, or lost loved one.
The evening includes a chance to share memories with family and friends, enjoy a nice dinner and entertainment, and display a photograph of your loved one, along with their story. Event sponsors include Parkview Comprehensive Cancer Center, Fort Wayne Medical Oncology & Hematology, PHP of Northern Indiana, Radiation Oncology Associates, Lincoln Financial Group, Parkview Whitley Hospital, Parkview Noble, Salin Bank, Mattress Warehouse, Vorderman Photography, Cosmic Soup, Aesthetic Plant Specialists.
To learn how you can pay tribute to someone at our event or for tickets,
contact Amber Recker at 484-9560, toll free @ 1-866-484-956,
or arecker@cancer-services.org.
About Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana: Cancer Services' mission is to enhance the quality of life of those affected by cancer by providing meaningful resources, information and compassionate assistance. Last year, more than 3,000 local people with cancer and their families received emotional support and practical resources for their cancer journey. Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana helps people who live in Allen, Adams, DeKalb, Huntington, Kosciusko, Lagrange, Noble, Steuben, Wabash, Wells, and Whitley counties.
For more information, visit www.cancer-services.org.
Beginning October 6, 2010
Allen County 4H Shooting Sports Club .22 Rifle Class
Wednesdays, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Concordia High School Shooting Range
Allen County 4-H Shooting Sports Club will be hosting a 10-week .22 Rifle class open to all youth in grades 5-12. The program will meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at the Concordia Lutheran High School Shooting Range, starting October 6, 2010.
The cost of the program is $35.00 per child. All equipment is provided. This series will teach safe handling of .22 Rifles, proper care of equipment, shooting techniques and ethics of good shooters. Instructors are certified through the Indiana 4-H Shooting Sports Program of Purdue University and the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. The class is limited to the first 30 participants who have registered and paid. A minimum of 15 participants is needed to hold the class.
For registration information or any additional information please contact Barb Thuma, Extension Educator 4-H Youth, Allen County Extension Office at 481-6826.
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
7:00pm
"What Is Happening To My Body?" Interactive Workshop
Allen County Extension Office on the IPFW Campus
4001 Crescent Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN
As we age our bodies begin to change. In this program we will take a look at changes that occur as we age. What is normal? What can we expect? What can we do to slow the process and embrace our bodies as we age?
The general public is invited to attend. No registration is required. All programs are held at the Allen County Extension Office on the IPFW campus, 4001 Crescent Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN. For questions, contact Vickie Hadley at the Allen County Extension Office, 260-481-6826
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
7:00pm
"Oh, My Achy Feet!" Interactive Workshop
Allen County Extension Office on the IPFW Campus
4001 Crescent Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN
Learn about ways to keep your feet healthy and happy. Our feet make up about one-fourth of all the bones in the human body and we spend so much time on them. This program will teach you simple ways to care for your feet.
The general public is invited to attend. No registration is required. All programs are held at the Allen County Extension Office on the IPFW campus, 4001 Crescent Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN. For questions, contact Vickie Hadley at the Allen County Extension Office, 260-481-6826
Monday, December 6, 2010
7:00pm
"You Can't Take It With You" Interactive Workshop
Allen County Extension Office on the IPFW Campus
4001 Crescent Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN
Many times one of the hardest tasks about estate planning is getting the ball rolling. Have you made the decisions to make sure the things you can't take with you are distributed as intended? Is your estate plan complete? Has it been reviewed to determine if it is still current? There are several steps to take to move the process forward; understanding the language is half the battle.
The general public is invited to attend. No registration is required. All programs are held at the Allen County Extension Office on the IPFW campus, 4001 Crescent Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN. For questions, contact Vickie Hadley at the Allen County Extension Office, 260-481-6826
ONGOING EVENTS:
Free Public Astronomical Observation
Saturday nights, beginning one hour after sunset and continuing for 2 hours
Now through November
Fox Island County Park, 7324 Yohne Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46809
The Fort Wayne Astronomical Society invites everyone to come to Fox Island County Park to use our observatory and telescope. Public stargazing is offered every clear Saturday night from April to November starting one hour after sunset and continuing for two hours.
Families with children are welcome to use the observatory. There are bathrooms, but they are rather primitive, so using facilities at home is recommended. On these clear Saturday viewing nights, Astronomy members are available to answer your questions. You may also bring your own telescope to the site and receive help to use it more effectively. Fox Island is also the home to our monthly meetings where the Society offers a variety of educational events including films and lectures. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information about the purpose of the society and the equipment available, visit their homepage at http://fortwayneastronomicalsociety.com
Fencing Instruction from The Summit City Fencing Club:
Beginning Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Young Adult Introduction to Fencing
St. Henry Catholic Church & Community Center
3029 E. Paulding Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana
6:00-7:00 PM each night
This beginners' class, available through FWCS Neighborhood Connection, is open to anyone ages 14-
29 and meets on Tuesdays & Thursdays for 8 sessions. Introduces footwork, how to hold blade,
parry/riposte, and gives students a chance to try foil, epee, and sabre. All equipment provided, learn
to fence for about $11 per week! Sign up at www.neighborhood-connection.org by clicking "Courses
Offered" and scrolling down to find the various class options.
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Beginning Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Adult Introduction to Fencing
St. Henry Catholic Church & Community Center
3029 E. Paulding Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana
7:15-8:15 PM each night
This beginners' class, available through FWCS Neighborhood Connection, is open to anyone ages 25
and up, meeting once a week on Tuesdays for a total of 8 weeks. We've had retirees learn to fence,
so anyone can do it! All equipment provided, other details the same as for the Young Adult class.
Sign up at www.neighborhood-connection.org!
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Beginning Thursday, September 2, 2010
Kids Introduction to Fencing
St. Henry Catholic Church & Community Center
3029 E. Paulding Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana
6:15-7:15 PM each night
This beginners class, available through FWCS Neighborhood Connection, is open to anyone ages 8-
13, meeting once a week on Thursdays for a total of 8 weeks. All equipment provided, other details
the same as for the Young Adult class. Sign up at www.neighborhood-connection.org.
All introductory fencing classes will be now offered through the Fort Wayne Community Schools continuing education program, Neighborhood Connection!
The SCFC holds all practices and classes at St. Henry Catholic Church & Community Center, 3029 E. Paulding Road.
For additional information, to ask about the fencing club or classes, or to set up a demonstration or
workshop, please contact club president Steve Koehneke or visit www.summitcityfencing.org. You can
also learn more about the club at www.facebook.com/summitcityfencing or www.myspace.com/scfcfw.
The SCFC, a member club of the United States Fencing Association, is a non-profit organization and exists to promote the sport of fencing, both on a purely recreational level and as a competitive sport. The club is dedicated to teaching others about fencing, its history, and qualities such as sportsmanship and chivalry. The SCFC welcomes any interested individuals, regardless of skill level or
overall experience.
Men As Caregivers Support Group
2nd and 4th Thursdays monthly, from 6:30-8:00pm
Crescent Avenue United Methodist Church, 1232 Crescent Ave., Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Sponsored by Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana
A group designed for men who find themselves in the role of caregiver for members of their families due to all kinds of traumatic events. It's a fact that men process information and feelings differently than women, so this group will offer a place for men to interact with each other in a way that is most beneficial to them. The facilitator is Pastor Jim Evans, Jr. who conceived of the idea because he is the chief caregiver in his home due to his wife's chronic battle with cancer.
Cancer Services is the local non-profit organization that provides practical resources, emotional support (through client advocacy and support groups) and information to people with cancer and their families. More information about this organization can be found at www.cancer-services.org.
For more information, contact:
Gail Hamm, Cancer Services: 260-484-9560 or 1-866-484-9560;
via e-mail at: ghamm@cancer-services.org
Pastor Jim Evans, Jr.: 260-424-4509, or via e-mail at: cacpastor@centralnet.net
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