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Serving Northeast Fort Wayne & Allen County www.StJoeTimes.com August 5, 2011 Murosity murals engage community with art project By KELLY MCLENDON community and were pre-selected. [email protected] “Our ‘Everyday Stars’ are people who serve every day, beyond what their normal Jeffery Kinnie, a Parkview Hospital job might be,” Heather Schoegler, director employee, is making a difference in the of communications for the Parkview community one shift at a time. Kinnie Foundation, said. completes his work day, clocks out and “There are great teachers and then there then finds out from nurses which patients are teachers who go above and beyond haven’t had any visitors that day. He then and they bring in food for children [in takes time to check in with the patients need] and that would be an everyday and see how they are doing. star,” she said. Photo Courtesy Parkview Kinnie is known as an “Everyday Star,” The Murosity Project stemmed from an A student works on a canvas for the Murosity Project. and a canvas was recently completed in idea thought up by Larry Rowland, presi- “Murosity,” short for a mural depicting project is working with Junk-Wright. his likeness for The Murosity Project, an dent of the Parkview Foundation and Sue generosity in the region. “It is so wonderful to find a kindred initiative by Parkview Hospital. The Ehinger, chief operating officer of The program is not yet finished, Smith spirit that has so much talent and it is a project is ”a community-based art project Parkview Hospital. said, and several stages still need privilege to be able to work with them to reflecting generosity through the combi- They were looking for an innovative art completing. “The first was that [Junk- create something totally original,” Brink nation of a mosaic of images, that when project for the new Parkview Regional Wright] created the big picture of the said. “We share life, art and teaching placed together form a mural,” according Medical Center according to Stephanny countryside that you see when you look at philosophies.” to the Murosity website. Smith, director of annual giving at the picture from a distance. That picture Parkview co-workers, professional A total of 160 individual canvases make Parkview Health Foundation. was then divided into individual artists, community leaders and “celebri- up the mural, which will be displayed in Ehinger and Rowland also reached out canvases.” ties” are all working to prepare individual the emergency department of the new to Vicki Junk-Wright, a local artist who Smith said the mural will not be canvases. Parkview Regional Medical center in the has taught at Canterbury High School for installed in the new hospital until the end “Once all 160 artists are done, [Junk- fall. almost 20 years. of October or early November. Wright] will then apply a wash to the The canvases represent the program’s According to Smith, Junk-Wright Local artist Santa Brink, who is co- canvases, which will help blend every- chosen “Everyday Stars.” These stars developed the idea for the mural mosaic directing the art portion of the program, while Rowland coined the phrase embody generosity and caring in the said one of her favorite parts of the See MURAL, page A6 All church community picnic aims Gardening volunteers revel in to bring people back together ‘country in the city’ atmosphere By KELLY MCLENDON [email protected] By KELLY MCLENDON many. [email protected] In the morning, the sounds of chirping Several Presbyterian birds, swaying sunflowers and running churches in Fort Wayne Rows of arugula, beets, carrots, water surround the land. On Monday and will host a picnic on Aug. spinach, peas and squash make up the Thursday mornings, which are volunteer 21. While the event will garden at Salomon Farm Park. Of course days at the farm, the work never stops. be a traditional picnic, there are many other vegetables and Salomon Farm is owned by Fort Wayne complete with food and flowers, but naming them all is difficult Parks and Recreation. It was launched in games, the reason for the because there are so 1996 from a donation of land by Chris event is also to bring Salomon. people back together and “They wanted to run it like 1930s to have a “merging of working farm,” garden volunteer churches,” First Presbyte- Brenda Willis said. Photo by Lea Powers Willis has been volunteering See PICNIC, page A11 Visitors to last year’s all-church picnic sit back and relax in the at the farm’s garden for more shade of the Franke Park Pavilion. than a decade. She and the other volunteers keep the gardens and flowers on the Snacks and travel trivia are key points property growing and thriving. for summer trips “We’re always itching to put something in the When you’re on a road trip, munchies trail mix, string cheese and crackers. ground,” she said. are a must. But how do you keep the (Just think of all the money you’ll Most of the people who nibbling under control? Here are several save, too!) work in the garden are tips for surviving the inevitable snack • Don’t overdo the drinks. This is espe- volunteers. Willis describes attack. cially important for kids, but any them as “dedicated,” and • Pack a meal or two. Fast food can get overzealous sipper is bound to need old quickly. Do yourself a favor and plenty of potty breaks. A good rule of See COUNTRY, page A2 pack a cooler with sandwiches, pretzels thumb - drink only water in the car. and fruit. 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Mt. Calvary Lutheran Child Care and Preschool Ministry has successfully completed the Family and Social Services Administration, Division of Family Resources, Bureau of Child Care Volun- tary Certification Program (VCP). The Voluntary Certification Program requires unlicensed, registered ministries to meet specific standards regarding food and nutrition, health and safety, and special requirements for programs offering infant and toddler care. Courtesy photo The Indiana Association for Child Care Mt. Calvary Lutheran Child Care and Preschool Resource and Referral (IACCRR) is Ministry successfully completed the Family and implementing the Hoosier Quality Child Social Services Administration, Division of Family Care Expansion Project, working directly Resources, Bureau of Child Care Voluntary Certi- with unlicensed child care programs to fication Program (VCP). support their efforts to meet the standards. “IACCRR is committed to increasing level endorsement for the program. the capacity of high quality child care in “Achieving this also puts us on the first Indiana. We know high quality child care level of the Paths to QUALITY program. is essential to healthy communities, We are an accredited program with school readiness, and lifelong learning. National Lutheran Schools Accreditation This program illustrates our effectiveness and we hope that will quickly bring us to in working toward our goal,” Marsha Level 4,” Doepner said. Thompson, Executive Director of Quality Expansion Specialist Lynda IACCRR said. Place mentored the Mt. Calvary staff Mt. Calvary Lutheran Child Care and through the VCP process since July 2010. Preschool Ministry program director, Sue Place helped the staff at Mt. Calvary Providing Value Securing your Health Doepner, agreed with Thompson’s state- interpret each detail of the VCP guideli- ment. nesso the requirements were fully met. “We decided to access the extra support She also provided training meetings. from IACCRR to achieve the VCP Mt. Calvary Lutheran Child Care and because this has been our goal since we Preschool is open Monday through Friday opened the child care in 2008.” from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and accepts “We wanted to show the community children between the ages of 6 weeks and that we offer a quality program with 12 years. Openings are currently available safety and education for all children--one for all age groups. To learn more about that goes beyond the requirements of a IACCRR programs, visit www.iaccrr.org. registered ministry,” she said. For more about Paths to QUALITY, go to The achievement also means a new www.childcareindiana.org.

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Parents interested in applying for free or reduced-price are 40 cents for lunch and 30 cents for breakfast for www.fortwayneschools.org. Families can pre-pay for meals and textbooks in Fort Wayne Community Schools students at every grade level. meals through the MyNutrikids Web site at www.my have limited time to submit the form before the applica- Applications are available online at ftwayne.schoollun- nutrikids.com. tion deadline. chapp.com. Hard copy applications are also available at Applications are accepted throughout the year, but need all FWCS schools; the Student Services Office at 1200 S. FWCS Free or Reduced-Price to be returned by Aug. 10 to be processed in time for the Clinton St.; and Nutrition Services at 3211 W. Ludwig Meals and Textbooks first day of school on Aug. 23. Road. Parents may request applications in English or Last year, nearly 70 percent of FWCS students partici- Spanish. Income Eligibility Guidelines: pated in the federal program, providing free lunch to Each school year, FWCS Nutrition Services serves • Family of two - $27,214 • Six - $55,482 18,514 students and reduced-price lunch to 2,819 more than 4.5 million meals that meet recommended • Three - $34,281 • Seven - $62,549 students. Regular cost for an elementary lunch is $1.50, standards for calcium, iron, protein and vitamins A and • Four - $41,348 • Eight - $69,616 and breakfast is $1.10; middle and high school students C, as well as track levels of cholesterol, sodium and fiber. • Five - $48,415 • Additional family pay 10 cents more for each meal. Reduced meal prices Nutritional analysis for each meal is available at members - $7,067 Parents invited to anti-bullying, school safety sessions Fort Wayne Community Schools has school security director. He also served as invited the community to hear school assistant director of a federal funded anti- safety expert Ken Trump discuss bullying gang task force for three Cleveland and other school safety issues at 7 p.m. suburbs. Monday, Aug. 15 in the Anthis Career Trump was invited by FWCS to work Center auditorium located at 1200 S. Barr with staff and administrators in two St. sessions during the day on Aug. 15. One Trump is president of National School session will focus on how to strategically Safety and Security Services, a Cleveland, approach and communicate on bullying Ohio-based national consulting firm issues, and the other will focus on board specializing in school security and school meeting and central office security. In the emergency/crisis preparedness training evening, Trump will address parents and and assessments. Trump served as the community. founder and supervisor of the nationally “Bullying is a serious concern of many recognized Youth Gang Unit for the students, parents and educators,” Trump school safety division of the Cleveland City Schools and as a suburban Cleveland See SAFETY, page A9

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Dates and location: The NACS Natatorium is located at 3903 Caroll Road in Fort Wayne. Age groups can check in between 11 a.m.- Cornerstone Daycare 12:30 p.m. The first race will start at 1 p.m. and open check-in for the adults will be held at 7:30 a.m. the morning of September 10, with the race start at 9 a.m. Learning Center A Ministry of First Assembly of God ~ Since 1985 SAFTEY from page A8 1400 W. Washington Center Rd. said. “There are a lot of myths and misconceptions about www.cornerstonedaycare.com bullying. I look forward to talking with FWCS leaders and the school community on practical steps they can take to put bullying into perspective as well as preventing it and addressing it when it does occur.” NOW ENROLLING! FWCS has policies in place to address bullying said it takes the issue seriously. With that in mind, FWCS Please Call for a Tour 489-3737 leaders decided it was important for Trump to work not only with staff but with the community at large. • Ages 1-13 “It is critical that our students, staff and parents feel • 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. safe in our schools,” FWCS Security Director John • Full Day Kindergarten Weicker said. “To maintain a secure environment requires everyone to play a role. People at every level • Before and After School Programs need to know what to look for and how to react in situa- • Summer Fun Program for All Ages tions. We know parents and students are particularly • Participates in Paths to Quality concerned about what they can do about bullying, and • Christian Daycare we hope many will take advantage of this opportunity to hear a renowned expert speak on the subject.” • State Licensed The evening session is free and open to the public. • Secured Facility A10 Dining & Entertainment August 5, 2011 www.StJoeTimes.com St. Joe Times • Huntington University professor publishes vintage recipe book

By KELLY MCLENDON During the same time he was writing cially peculiar desserts,” [email protected] commentary and collecting recipes, he said. “In dessert Ballinger was also working on his final cook-offs at two places Bryan Ballinger, Associate Professor of thesis for a master’s program in creative I’ve worked, I’ve won Digital Media Arts at Huntington Univer- writing. both worst looking and sity, started collecting strange vintage “The writing part of it really hit its worst tasting awards.” recipes over ten years ago. stride when I proposed the book as a “Kooky Cookery” is “I thought they were so interesting and project for my final thesis,” he said. a complete book of absurd,” he said. “I slowly began writing The author said he loves to cook. “If vintage recipes. some funny commentary about them. possible, I’d cook dinner every day of the Ballinger says people Courtesy photo Eventually, I decided to organize them week. I love the creativity that can happen shouldn’t be intimdated with cooking.” by the recipes too As an associate and turn them into a book.” professor at Hunt- Recently, he published, “Kooky Ballinger’s passion for unusual foods much. doesn’t end there. “Many of these ington University, Cookery,” which is an “archive of irreg- Bryan Ballinger ular recipes from yesteryear.” “I also like to cook strange foods, espe- recipes don’t taste that bad,” he said. “Their collects strange texture and general vintage recipes. appearance, however, are questionable at best.” Courtesy photo Ballinger recently published “Kooky Cookery.” He is not a fan of molded green salads, though. you get to eat the service vessel your food “Jellied lettuce just isn’t appetizing to is sitting in?” he said. Tip N Toe Nails me,” he said. “It’s a real treat.” ~ Manicures & Pedicures If readers can get over the appearance, Kooky Cookery is available in many ~ Acrylic Nails Ballinger said, “The Stuffed Crown Roast different formats: Nook, iPad, PDF, of Frankfurters,” “is not half bad.” Kindle and a printed version. The book is ~ Solar Pink & White Nails He also recommends another recipe, available by going to www.kooky ~ Gel Nails ~ Facials ~ Waxing Bologna Cups with Peas. “I do recom- cookery.com. mend it, and here’s why. How often do We do Shellac Gel Polish! NE Indiana Kennel Club announces NOW No chipping, lasts up to 3 weeks! OPEN ‘Responsible Dog Ownership Day’ date 260-387-5416260-387-5716 The Northeastern Indiana Conklin Pavilion. Thirty- Allen County SPCA will 6202 St. Joe Center Road Kennel Club will host their seven groups will participate also be hosting a family bike 15% Off (located in St. Joe Village) fifth annual Responsible in the day, including 13 ride beginning at 11 a.m. Dog Ownership Day on rescue groups. There will be The bike ride, called “A Any Service www.tipntoenails.com Sept. 10. This year’s event many giveaways, discounted Ride in the Park,” will Cannot be combined with any other offer. All instruments are individually packaged in sterilized packaging will take place from 10 a.m.- micro-chipping, demonstra- provide fun for the whole Expires 10/1/11 Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.~7:30 p.m. ~ Sat. 9:00 a.m.~7:00 p.m. ~ Sun. 11:00 a.m.~5:00 p.m. 3 p.m. at Shoaff Park in the tions and K-9 units. The family. KungKung FuFu BuffetBuffet EAT IN OR TAKE OUT North Wood Plaza 6045 Stellhorn Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46815 TEL: (260) 486-3589 FAX: (260) 486-3598 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday - Thursday & Sunday 11:00am - 9:00pm Friday & Saturday 11:00am - 9:30pm Come To Feel Our Real Cooking Kung Fu BUFFET ALL DAY EVERYDAY with FREE drink Children 3-10 $5.99 50¢ per years old Seniors Ages 65 and over Kung Fu$5.50plus tax (includes drinks) Buffet Not combined with other offers. Coupon required. Expires 9/30/11. St. Joe Times • August 5, 2011 www.StJoeTimes.com • A11

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rian Church elder us were looking at activities will also be Margaret Thena said. different ways to do planned for the event. “The primary purpose is mission. We believe that Games include a three- to get back together again all of our churches are legged race, a euchre and to promote fellowship connected, not in competi- tournament and cornhole. in the churches. Every- tion,” he said. Thena said there will be thing we do is separate, “So we decided, “Let’s games that will appeal to but we want to bring try doing something both children and adults. everybody together and together. Let’s make it an Although the event is get to know each other,” all community picnic,” hosted by the churches, she said. Boyd said. Boyd said, “Everyone is The Rev. Kevin Boyd, The picnic day will welcome to attend. You who is pastor at Trinity begin with a worship don’t have to be a Presbyterian, said this will service. Lots of different member of the church.” be the second year for the varieties of food will be He said the event is picnic. The churches featured, including about “connecting with already have a close Korean and Hispanic fare people on a faith journey,” connection through from the Korean congre- and “celebrating collective various outreach projects. gation at First oneness in Jesus Christ.” “We’ve done joint Presbyterian and Amistad Boyd also said the day mission projects, built Cristiana, respectively. will be fun for everyone habitat houses and ramps The churches will and will also bring and done all kinds of provide the main course, together many people. different things together fried chicken, and the “The interesting thing over the years,” he said. congregation members about the picnic,” he said, Deciding to have the will provide desserts and “not only is it a home- joint picnic two years ago side dishes. coming, but it really was something Boyd Boyd said picnic atten- displays something impor- remembers thinking dees are encouraged to tant about Presbyterians, about. bring a canned food or we not only come “All of the churches, staple item for the food together, but when we about a year ago, realized banks. come together, we try to they were at various “The food banks get also reach out to the points of transition. Some really low during the community.” churches were looking for summer,” he said. clergy; some of the rest of Traditional games and A12 Business & ProfessionalAugust 5, 2011 www.StJoeTimes.com St. Joe Times • Ivy Tech-Northeast breaks ground on aviation technology facility

Ivy Tech Community availability. This will, release said. The new facility has mean the ability to host “careers in aviation main- College-Northeast “allow room for the full Aviation program chair, been made possible increased class sizes. tenance are at an all-time recently broke ground on fleet of aircraft used in the Sheena Nolin agreed that through the assistance of “The need for aviation high, and job opportuni- a new, $2.3 million avia- program,” a press release the new program would many organizations. The mechanics and the skills ties for qualified tion technology facility. stated. The current avia- increase real-world inter- support of area partners, taught at this facility will mechanics are available The facility, located at tion program allows action. including the City of Fort increase our ability to all over the world.” Smith Field Airport, will students to receive hands- “The new facility will Wayne, Fort Wayne/Allen more than double the The new facility will be house Ivy Tech’s existing on, educational encourage our interaction County Airport Authority, number of students constructed near the aviation maintenance tech- experiences. The new with the industry, as the Smith Field Airport, The enrolled,” Chancellor entrance of Smith Field nology program. The new facility, “will help form a increased space will let us Greater Fort Wayne Jerrilee K. Mosier, Ed.D., Airport. There are also building will be 21,000 stronger connection for host things such as FAA Chamber of Commerce, said. “This will then plans to create an access square feet and will students to the real-world classes and events,” she Fort Wayne-Allen County increase numbers of road off Cook Road. feature additional hangar workforce,” a press said. “This will ultimately Economic Development quality graduates to serve To find out more, produce a stronger Alliance and the Federal the aviation industry in contact Sheena Nolin at connection with potential Aviation Administration, northeast Indiana and 260-481-2257 or visit employers and bridge the is responsible for the across Indiana.” www.ivytech.edu/aviation- gap between education program’s expansion. According to a press technology. and the workforce.” The new changes also release from the college, Discover Fort Wayne YouTube videos showcase city Two Fort Wayne college students, Damon Dominique R BUILDING CORP. and Khin Phyu, are sharing their adventures in the city on YouTube. Phyu and Dominique participated in Discover Fort Wayne’s “My Video” project. They create short videos on events, activi- Courtesy photo ties and attractions and then Discover Fort Wayne has post them to YouTube. launched a “My Video” project Mayor Tom Henry in the community. commended the students at a press conference. “Damon and Khin are to be commended for their creativity and desire to share their pride in Fort Wayne,” he said. “I’ve always believed that our young people have much to contribute to our community and have a fun, even edgy, take on what makes Fort Wayne a great place to call home,” the Mayor said, in a statement. The videos can be found on the favorites section of the City’s FortWayneIND YouTube channel, according to a press release. The duo has created videos featuring Fort Wayne, IN several local events, including RiverFest and the Three 7712 Lima Rd (Hwy 3) Rivers Festival. As an active participant in many local 260-489-4442 R events, Dominique said, “Fort Wayne really has a lot to offer and doesn’t get enough credit for things to do. It’s just a matter of getting out there and finding them,” he said, in a press release. Citizens can submit their own My Fort Wayne videos and have them posted on YouTube. Those who want to participate are encouraged to post their video to YouTube 3RD ANNUAL Miller’s with “My Fort Wayne,” in the title and also send an email Consignment Auction to [email protected] with the title and a Standard and Quality Cross-Bred link to the project. Horses and Ponies Farm & Livestock Equipment – Tack – Harness Tools – Lawn & Garden Tools – Furniture Saturday, Aug. 13, 2011 Location: 11205 Roth Rd., Grabill, IN 46741 8 a.m. Hitching Horses 9 a.m. Selling Tack 10 a.m. Selling Horses Welcome Vendors & Garage Sale Tables Consignment Contacts: Fax: (260) 657-1708 John Miller (260) 437-3364 / Jacob Miller (260) 414-0064 Eldon Miller #au-10700050 (260) 437-1084 Other Local Auctioneers Accepting Only Quality Consignments EARLY CONSIGNORS CAN BE ON FULL SALE BILLS Not Responsible For Accidents Food stands on grounds Terms: Cash or Check w/Proper I.D. There will be a 3% convenience fee on all credit card purchases Horse and Pony Commissions Rate: 6% Horse and Pony Consignment $25 and No Sale $25 Commission Rates: $2-$100: 20%, $101-$500: 15%, $501 and up: 10% Directions: From 469 go east on 37 approx. 3 mi., turn left on Barnett Rd. 3/4 mi. turn left on Notestine Rd., turn right on Roth. Auction place 1/2 mi. on left. From Grabill, east to first stop, turn right, 1 1/2 mi. on right. Benefit Bake Sale Pending This bake sale is for Ed Hilty, a handicap father, and his family who was injured by a drunk driver. St. Joe Times • August 5, 2011 Business & Professional www.StJoeTimes.com • A13 Gold Wing riders will flock to ALL-STAR from page A4

Network on Monday, July teams. In 2011, the USBC held in Myrtle Beach, Fort Wayne in 2012 25. intends on inviting some S.C. at the Summer The Gold Wing Road enjoy. We frequently All 16U and 17U teams of the top travel clubs Nationals. It will offer Riders Association suggest that other cities that competed in the from across the country in teams the opportunity to national convention will look at Fort Wayne as an USBC will have the a continuing effort to raise play on quality baseball return to Fort Wayne in example of how to put on chance to have one player the competitive level of diamonds, with games 2012, bringing an a great Wing Ding.” represented in the game. play and increasing the being hosted at the expected 8,000 to 10,000 Fort Wayne Mayor Tom In 2010, the first annual number of teams in each University of Richmond, attendees and $4 million Henry said, “I’m excited Triple Crown USBC drew age bracket. Randolph Macon College, to $5 million in tourism to welcome the Gold Wing teams from 14 states and The event serves as the RF&P Park and others. revenue, city and Visit Fort Road Riders national Canada with twelve 18U championship for the Wayne officials said. Courtesy image/Visti Fort Wayne convention to Fort Wayne. teams, twenty-five 17U 16U, 17U, and 18U divi- The 2012 Wing Ding “We are all very excited We’ve been working hard teams and thirty-two 16U sions that were previously follows Gold Wing associ- to return to Fort Wayne,” to make our city a ation visits to Fort Wayne the Gold Wing selection premiere destination for Parent Open House in 2002 and 2005. The committee said in a state- events, and our efforts are th 2012 convention will be ment. “The city has a paying off.” Aug. 30 • 6-8pm July 4-7 at the Allen charm and such a warm, Gold Wings are popular County War Memorial welcoming community touring motorcycles manu- Coliseum. that our members greatly factured by Honda.

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Mad Anthonys officials recently presented Children’s Hope House with a check. Mad Anthonys Presi- Courtesy photo dent Eric Ottinger said the “And year after year, funds vital to the organi- organization was grateful our membership and our zation for key operational for such an outpouring of region steps up to support support. support. this event and organiza- “Indeed, this year’s total “Once again, we are so tion, including our title covers more than one- grateful for and over- sponsor, Heritage Food third of our budget for Photo by Kelly McLendon whelmed by the Service Equipment.” 2011,” she said. “We are Who had the best pie at the Allen County Fair? generosity and support of Cindy Atkinson, execu- incredibly thankful to the our community. Year after tive director of the Mad Anthonys and the year, we work hard to put Children’s Hope House, people of northeast By KELLY MCLENDON on the best, most enter- [email protected] said the Charity Classic Indiana for their continued taining event we can. provides Hope House with support.” There were 16 entries in the Allen County Fair’s 2011 Pie Baking Contest. Six entrants were recognized for exceptional pies. John Griffith of Churubusco took the award of Popcorn Festival in Van Buren champion for best lattice crust pie, followed up by Lorna McComb of Fort Wayne, as the reserve champion. offers 5k, food and live music For double crust pies, Lee Anne Koeneman of Churubusco took home the title of cham- The Van Buren Popcorn live music, a street dance pion. The reserve champion award was given to Darlene Stahlhut of Fort Wayne. As Festival will celebrate its and much more. 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TODAY Yarn Lovers. Woodburn Library, 4701 S.R. 1 North, Woodburn. Learn to Women of Color cancer support. Lutheran Life Villages, 6701 S. Anthony, Critic’s Choice. Arena Dinner Theatre, 719 Rockhill St, Fort Wayne. By knit or crochet. Fort Wayne. 6:30-8 p.m. Entrance under portico. Ira Levin. $35 dinner (three-course meal catered by the Bagel Station) Holistic Moms Network. Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church, 7215 and show; cash bar. Season tickets are $210. Box office: 260-424-5622. St Joe Rd., Fort Wayne. 10 a.m. 418-6133 or 357-5888. THURSDAY, AUGUST 18 Purchase tickets online at www.arenadinnertheatre.org. Anthony Wayne Toastmasters Meeting. Ivy Tech Community College, Fort Bereavement support. Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home, 5910 Homestead Free immunizations. Immunization Clinic, 4813 New Haven Avenue, New Wayne. 6:30 p.m. Toastmasters meetings are open to everyone; for better Rd, Fort Wayne. 7-8:30 p.m. 435-3222. Haven. 8:30-11:30 a.m. For children age two month to 18 years and public speaking and a lot of fun. [email protected]. anthonywayne.free- La Leche League. Undisclosed location, , Fort Wayne. 7 p.m. No charge. immunizations for some adults. Parents must bring shot records. Call toasthoast.org. Breastfeeding support group. 449-7514 for appointment. Depression + 12. Christ’s Hope Ministry and Church, 2818 Carroll Road, Parkinsons Support Group. Turnstone, 3320 N. Clinton, Fort Wayne. 7 Fort Wayne Civic Theatre presents ‘Hairspray’. Arts United Center, 303 E. Fort Wayne. 7 p.m. 12-step program for those living with depression. For p.m. 486-4893 for info. Main St., Fort Wayne. 8 p.m. “You Can’t Stop The Beat” or keep Tracy more info contact Marilee Stroud at 312-6069 or [email protected]. Turnblad down! Our loveable plus-size heroine wins a coveted spot on MONDAY, AUGUST 22 the Baltimore TV airwaves singing and dancing on The Corny Collins SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 Fathers United for Equal Rights. IHOP, Corner of Coldwater & Coliseum, Show. She’s an overnight teen celebrity, but still battles to integrate the Gus Macker Tournament. Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, , Fort Fort Wayne. 7:30 p.m. Topics of interest to divorced fathers. 493-9788. show and find true love. A Tony Award winner for Best Musical - Hair- Wayne. Gus Macker, world’s largest 3-on-3 basketball tournament, Embroidererer’s Guild of America. Friendly Fox, 4001 South Wayne Ave., spray takes you back to the changing world of the 1960s with “The Nicest August 13 and 14. Hosted by Specialized Alternatives for Families and Fort Wayne. 8 p.m. Call 749-4987 for info. Kids In Town,” “I Can Hear The Bells,” and “(It’s) Hairspray.” Tickets are Youth (SAFY), a nationally-recognized foster care and children’s serv- $26 for adults, $18 age 23 and under and $22 Sunday senior matinees. ices organization and the University of Saint Francis Department of TUESDAY, AUGUST 23 Call: 260 424-5220 or online at www.fwcivic.org. Athletics. Teams will be split into youth and adult levels. Youth divisions PCOS support. Dupont Hospital, 2520 E. Dupont Road, Fort Wayne. 6-7 include 10 and under; 11-12; 13-14; 15-16; and 17-18. Adult divisions are p.m. E-mail Jen at [email protected] for info. SATURDAY, AUGUST 6 19-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; and 40 and over. Each team is required to Aqua Zumba. Jorgensen Family YMCA, 10313 Aboite Center Road, Fort have four members. Participants can register at macker.com. Proceeds WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24 Wayne. Free for members. will support the most vulnerable children in need, providing critical life Three Rivers Gem & Mineral Society. Science Central, 1950 N. Clinton St., “Annual Butterfly Count at Arrowhead Marsh.” Arrowhead Marsh, Take skills and positive environments to create a healthy family structure. Also Fort Wayne. 7 p.m. meeting, 8 p.m. break, 8:15-9 p.m. featured program. Redding Drive off of W. Jefferson; in 1.5 miles, turn left on Aboite Road; aids support student scholarships to the University of St. Francis. preserve is one-eighth mile on the left. 9-11 a.m. Arrowhead Marsh is THURSDAY, AUGUST 25 beautiful in August as prairie grasses and wildflowers are at their peak. Seton Miracle Miles 5K Run/Walk. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 10700 Cards & fellowship for seniors. St. James Lutheran Church, 1720 SR 930 These native plants attract many different butterfly species. Sponsored by Aboite Center Road , Fort Wayne. 8-10 a.m. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton East, New Haven. 1-3 p.m. Snacks & drinks provided. Little River Wetlands Project. Free. Contact [email protected] or 260-478- Church will hold its third annual Seton Miracle Miles 5K run/walk in Conquering Breast Cancer support group. John Young Center, 2109 E. State 2515 for information. conjunction with Seton Fest, the parish’s annual summer festival, to Blvd., Fort Wayne. 6:30-8:30 p.m. KidCity. Noble County Fairgrounds, Fair Street, Kendallville. 10 a.m. to 4 benefit the St. Mary’s Soup Kitchen and Franciscan Center. Pre-registra- Men as Caregivers support. Crescent Avenue Methodist Church, 1232 p.m. KidCity is a fun, interactive children’s fair with over 80 events in tion fee due Aug. 6: 20 years and older, $10 and one canned good; 19 Crescent Ave., Fort Wayne. 6:30-8 p.m. For men who are caring for a five “neighborhoods” - Communication & Literacy, Science & Environ- years and younger, $5 and one canned good. Race day registration: 20 loved one. Call Gail at 484-9560 for info. ment, Community, Arts & Culture, and Health & Fitness. There are years and older, $15 and one canned good; 19 years and younger, $10 and activities, games & goodies for kids tot-middle school. one canned good. First 300 participants guaranteed a t-shirt and race day SUNDAY, AUGUST 28 [email protected]. packet. For more information or to obtain a registration form, please Ladies Night In. Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran Church & School, 6318 Alcoholics Anonymous. St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 700 W. contact Kristin Spoltman at (260) 616-0687 or [email protected]. W. California Road, Fort Wayne. 6:30-9 p.m. Enjoy a fun-filled night out. Maumee St., Angola. 11 a.m. [email protected]. Mingle with other women, enjoy refreshments and music, and shop. Miami Indian Heritage Days. Chief Richardville House, 5705 Bluffton Vendors include: Road, Fort Wayne. 1-4 p.m. Features local artists, performers, and repre- EAA Chapter 2 Young Eagles Rally. Smith Field Airport, 426 W. Ludwig Gold Canyon Candles sentatives from the Miami Indians and other Native American groups Rd., Fort Wayne. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free airplane rides for kids ages 8 to Scentsy demonstrating aspects of their lasting heritage for the public to enjoy. 17. Registration: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Flights: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (weather Premier Jewelry Admission for each Saturday event is $7 adults and $5 students and permitting) Pampered Chef seniors. History Center members and children ages 5 and under are free. Parent or legal guardian must be present. [email protected]. Mary Kay Admission also includes the opportunity to visit the Chief Richardville www.eaa2.org. Homemade Bows House. For more information, contact the History Center at (260) 426- Pet Adopt-a-thon. HOPE for Animals, 1333 Maycrest Drive, Fort Wayne. Thirty-One Purses 2882 or visit the website at www.fwhistorycenter.com. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. We will have over 30 animal rescues, shelters, and Tastefully Simple vendors; over 150 loving pets to adopt; free admission to the public; Last Cutco SUNDAY, AUGUST 7 Call Trivia game shows. [email protected]. www.hope- Uppercase Living Sunday Services. LifeWater Community Church, 5600 Westbreeze Trail, for-animals.org. Homemade Chocolates & Candies Fort Wayne. 10 a.m. Liberty Hills addition. [email protected]. For more information about vendors, contact [email protected]. www.lifewatercc.org. SUNDAY, AUGUST 14 Friends of the Upper Wabash. Salamonie Lake, 3691 S. New Holland Rd., TUESDAY, AUGUST 30 MONDAY, AUGUST 8 Andrews. 3 p.m. General cancer support. Sugar Grove Church of God, 5019E 500S-57, Networking 101 & Business Support. Fort Wayne Women’s Bureau, 3521 Churubusco. Lake Ave, Fort Wayne. 9-11 a.m. No charge. MONDAY, AUGUST 15 Open networking. AJ’s Bar & Grill, 2488 Getz Road, Fort Wayne. noon. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 No cost, no exclusivity by profession. Each person gets a few minutes to Embroiderer’s Guild of America. Allen County Public Library (main Supershot immunization clinic. Aldersgate Church, 2417 Getz Rd., Fort tell about your business, plus there is a featured speaker. branch), 900 Library Plaza, Fort Wayne. 9:30 a.m. Call 749-4987 for Wayne. 4-7 p.m. Free immunizations up to age 18. Parents must provide Embroiderer’s Guild of America. Georgetown Branch Library, 6600 E State info. shot record. Call 424-SHOT for info. Blvd, Fort Wayne. 6:30 p.m. Call 749-4987 for info. Caregiver support. Home Instead Senior Care, 2789 B Maplecrest Road, TUESDAY, AUGUST 16 Fort Wayne. 7 p.m. TUESDAY, AUGUST 9 Nature Hikes at Eagle Marsh. Eagle Marsh Barn, South Side Engle R, one- Conquering Breast Cancer support. Parkview Cancer Center, 11141 half mile east of W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne. 9-11 a.m. Parkview Plaza Drive, Fort Wayne. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Aqua Zumba. Jorgensen Family YMCA, 10313 Aboite Center Road, Fort Wayne. 6-7 p.m. Free for members. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17 TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly). Taylor Chapel United Methodist Church, 10145 Maysville Road, Fort Wayne. 6 p.m. First meeting free. Flax & Fleece Spinners Guild. Historic Swinney Homestead, 1424 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne. 7-9 p.m. 637-8622. Ruckel Chiropractic Clinic WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10 Home school PE class. Jorgensen Family YMCA, 10313 Aboite Center Charles Ruckel DC Mid-Morning Road, Fort Wayne. Activities include swim lessons, tumbling, gym games 7231 Engle Road • Fort Wayne, IN 46804 and strength conditioning for kids 11 and up. Various times. Call Jennifer with Lynne Ford Harkness at 432-8953 for info. Registration required. 260-432-5354 Relationships La Leche League. St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 1101 S. Lafayette, Fort www.ruckelchiropractic.com weekdays 10-11 a.m. EDT Wayne. 9:30 a.m. No charge. Breastfeeding support group. Leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma support. Parkview Cancer Center, 11141 Our Annual School Supplies Drive Parkview Plaza Drive, Fort Wayne. 10-11:30 a.m. Our goal is to collect $500.00 for Elementary TALK Worth Suicide survivors support. Plymouth Congregational Church, 501 W. Health & Wellness Berry St., Fort Wayne. 7 p.m. 387-6934. Schools which will help 50 children. Talking About THURSDAY, AUGUST 11 For a donation of $19.00 you receive a Fandana Festival. Huntington University, 2303 College Ave., Huntington. More than 30 bands will perform on multiple stages around campus, Consultation, Exam, X-Rays including Switchfoot, Sidewalk Prophets, Photoside Cafe, Attaboy and (subject to clinical need) Around the House Me in Motion. The festival will also feature an indie band competition, (A value of over $225.00, new patients) seminars and an indie film component. Tickets are $19 in advance or $25 at the gate. Groups of 15 or more are Help young $15. Tickets are on sale now at www.fandanafestival.com. students get a good start this fall. wbcl.org Spiritual Growth Pond-a-River Golf Course Back to School Specials Beginning August 29th! Monday - Friday Only (Labor Day not included)

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Buy 1 EntreeEnE ttree GetGett 1 EntreeEntrree FreeF 25% OFF 5 or more pieces of Dry Cleaning! Excludes laundered shirts, wedding, leather, fur, suede and letter jackets. Coupon expires 9/30/11. Good only at Georgetown & Buy 1 get 1 Entree FREE each month for a year! Like Georgetown Square St. Joe locations. Limited supply available. on Facebook! Get your’s today for only $20.00 www.fwgeorgetownsquare.com Look for other online specials at Coupon # 22 Upcoming Events $5.00 OFF Best Fish in Any Regularly Priced Service of $35 or more. Fort Wayne! EveryE T ThursdayThursday-h d - AugustA t 4 4,11,1811 18 & 225:5: FamilyFamily FunF un DayD ay Plenty of other items Georgetown Farmer's Market 749-8854 available if you don’t want fish. 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Coming in August! www.Tampawellnessoasis.net 493-3700 Near intersection of State and Maplecrest. Limit one per person. Must present original coupon. Summer Hours: Fri. – Sat. 11 am – 9:30 pm New Stores Opening No cash value. Cannot be used on special promotions Sun. – Thu. 11 am – 8:30 pm Baked goods, jewelry, accessories, local honey, produce, or sale prices. Expires 8/31/11. pottery, leather, unique gifts and handmade items. in September! D.T. Nails Thursday, August 11th: reNEW Upscale Resale Professional Nail Care for Ladies & Gentlemen Furniture, Clothing & Household Items Rolling Classic Cruise-In Manicure & Pedicure 5:30 p.m. to dark High Pony Fashions All Are Welcome! Live Music! Women’s Accessories and more! Full Set $30 Fill Now offering Red $20 $12 Hot Chicago Dogs! 493-7437

Senior Day 6716 E. State Blvd. Chinese Food FREE Tuesday and Saturday Fort Wayne, IN 46815 10% OFF Dine in or Carry out! week at Curves! Helix Cigars Must present coupon. Expires 8/31/11. 260-493-8383 Located next to Curves. Georgetown Square. Buy 3, Get 1 FREE! Expires 8/31/11. Must present coupon. Georgetown store only. 748-0874 While supplies last. Offer expires 8/31/11. Now enrolling 3,4 &5 year olds ~Space is Limited~ We also offer a variety of clubs … Georgetown • Date Night Club (ages 2-10) Third Friday of each month $19.95 Buy one Drink, • Kids Play Club (ages walking toddlers-6yrs old) $2.00 OFF Donuts One Friday/Saturday each month Get one Drink • Mom’s Day Out Club (ages 2-10) General Diagnostic Haircuts of equal or lesser value for Two Fridays each month Georgetown Location Only. Expires 8/31/11. * Public is welcome to join the clubs. or your P.C. Ask about our $9 shots! 260-493-6719 * We also offer summer clubs during Highlights starting at $25! 1/2 Price Located next door to Kroger June, July and August. 493-3369 • 6410 E. State Blvd. Call 255-4543 260-749-5566 Expires 8/31/11. Or visit the website for a list of clubs at: Georgetown Square www.kidsonthego-fortwayne.com Expires 8/31/11. Walk-ins Welcome!

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Summer Telrad Electronics is here… 10% OFF Stressed about Pure Drinking Labor on In-Home Back-To-School costs? Come in to your Water for Georgetown Kroger Store and Carry-In WE BUY GOLD! for all of our sizzling Service. 25 Years! All types of TVs, 493-4637 hot summer specials! Audio Systems, Camcorders. Located next to Ziffles. 493-2458 749-5102 260-749-5607 Expires 8/31/11.

Rib Tip Tuesday 10% OFF Half Way to 11am-10pm Valentine’s Day! $5.00 $1 a Day $5.00 Any Purchase Half Price Roses! 24/7 1lb. Rib Tips, Fries Non Sale Items! Sale valid Aug. 8-14th, 2011. Local sales only. OFF & Garlic Bread Georgetown Square No Excuses! Dine In & Carry Out Expires 8/31/11. 493-1581 Any $20 Purchase! 493-1222 • 6340 E. State (Georgetown location only.) www.lopshireflowers.com Expires 8/31/11. Georgetown Square • Expires 8/31/11