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July 13, 2012
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Storms batter area, many left without power By Nichole Hacha-Thomas nthomas@kpcnews.net
The Fourth of July was hot and sweaty for many St. Joe- and Georgetown-area residents after a wild storm with reported winds up to 91 mph caused a widespread power outage on June 29. Area homes and businesses were hit hard. Maureen Partee, manager of Georgetown Square Shopping Center, said the storm halted the plaza’s kids day, shuttering the planned activities and sending children home. Georgetown Bowl and the Georgetown Cap n’ Cork liquor store were left without power for the entire weekend, as were a few other stores, but the majority of the shopping center was spared, Partee said. “Cap n’ Cork stayed open Friday taking cash only, but they eventually closed,” Partee said. “It’s sad because both the bowling alley and the liquor store could have had a really big week with the holiday week, but they lost out.” Power was restored to the bowling alley and liquor store around 9:30 p.m. on July 1.
Area residents, though, weren’t as lucky. Lindsey Brown and Julie Klingenberger both live in Lake Forest. Both were without power for several days. Brown said she and her husband purchased a generator not even 24 hours before power was restored midday on July 4. To stay cool throughout the outage, which happened during one of the city’s hottest summers on record, the Brown family deserted their home during the day and opted to spend time at any place with air conditioning. “We basically just, during the day, would go out and do things to be out of the hot house,” Brown said. “At night it was a little cooler and we’d open the windows.” Brown said the family used a power inverter in their car to operate a small fan inside the house. Klingenberger said the outage caused her to lose all the food in her refrigerator, in addition to being forced to eat out for each meal before power was restored the evening of July 3. See STORM, page A12
Trails damaged in storm, proceed carefully
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Trees sit on top of a house in the Lake For est addition in the Georgetown area after storms raced through the city on June 29.
Trail users are urged to use caution when traveling along sections of the trail system, which were damaged during severe storms on June 29. Trail users should be prepared to travel around the brush and large branches knocked onto the trails or broken branches still suspended above the trail. While some debris has been removed, the following obstructions remain: • On the Rivergreenway — St. Joe Boulevard Pathway, where the trail is blocked by downed trees and limbs near the intersection of Lake Avenue. • On the Rivergreenway — St. Joe Pathway in Shoaff Park, where the trail is blocked in south Shoaff Park, between East Shore Drive and the boardwalk. Trail users can get around the downed tree by walking/riding through the grass. City crews will continue working to remove debris and fallen trees, until all trails are cleared but the process may take several weeks.
Comfort food delivered to your desk By Nichole Hacha-Thomas nthomas@kpcnews.net
Budget Tight? Are you pregnant? Breastfeeding? Have a child under 5? WIC might be able to help. The Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program provides free checks for nutritious foods, breastfeeding support and nutrition education for all kinds of qualifying families - single parents, married, working, not working and foster. Photo by Nichole Hacha-Thomas
Tammi McKee, owner of Comfort Food Deliver ed, stirs up a batch of food for an upcoming wedding reception. Comfort Food Delivered specializes in delivering catered lunches to employees across the city, but also caters events such as meetings, weddings and more. “Necessity literally was born out of unemployment,” she said. “I started with about $65 in my
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It’s all about the food at Comfort Food Delivered, a local company bringing catered lunches to offices across the city. Owner Tammy McKee has been cooking and perfecting her recipes for more than 30 years for her family, friends and loved ones. “I like to cook and feed people,” McKee said in the kitchen of the Cole Foundation Conference and Training Center, on the grounds of the Northeast Indiana Innovation Center on Stellhorn Road. “And we eat good.” Three years ago when McKee found herself unemployed as a property assessor, she decided to take her recipes on the road, serving up dishes such as fettuccine carbonara with crispy bacon, Parmesan cheese and green peas served with garlic bread and a garden salad.
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A sculpture paying homage to the river was unveiled on June 22 on the campus of Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne. The sculpture, created by IPFW art teacher Sayaka Ganz, is made from objects reclaimed from the river. The piece is sponsored by Omnisource and is made entirely of scrap materials and river debris. It was made especially for the r ecent IPFW RiverFest 2012 presented by Steel Dynamics.
TinCaps slugging for seniors Comfort Keepers’ STOP Senior Hunger Campaign and the Community Harvest Food Bank’s SeniorPak program will be featured at the Fort Wayne TinCaps game at Parkview Field on Saturday, July 28, at 7:05 p.m. The public is invited to bring non-perishable food
entrances to the ballpark and donations can be brought to games on July 28, 29 and 30. Comfort Keepers will have a kiosk located on the Parkview Field concourse on the thirdbase side of the ballpark July 28 for more information on the organization. For more information, call 484-5858.
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The Georgetown branch is located at 6600 E. State Blvd. Library hours are Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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The library offers several storytimes each month. Born to Read Babies and Books Storytime offers stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and more for little ones and their caregivers every Monday at 10:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. Baby Steps: Toddler Time Storytimes meets each Tuesday at 10:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. and features a songs, rhymes and short stories for toddlers. Smart Start Storytime meets Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. and is just for preschool-age children. The half-hour features stories, rhymes, songs and other literacy learning.
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Attractive smiles build confidence Dr. David Reichwage Fort Wayne Smiles
For people of all ages an attracti ve smile reflects confidence and suggests good health. Teenagers, baby boomers, or people in their golden years all desire the same thing — health, comfort and a good appearance. Today, this is especially true for young adults in their formative years. They are barraged daily with ongoing media exposure focusing on health, beauty and “good looks.” Teen magazines, the Disney Channel, Nickelodeon and the Internet are popular sources for information on the latest in f ashion. In fact, the pressure from the media for young adults to ha ve a movie-star appearance begins even earlier with toys such as Barbie, Bratz and American Girl dolls. The hard reality of life is that v ery few people are blessed with a “Hollywood smile,” and “good looks.” Appearance drives the entire cosmetic, hair and clothing industry. With popular television shows such as “American Idol,” it is very clear to the viewers the contestants not only are judged on their v ocal talent,
but America also is looking at their appearance. Talin is an example of how young people feel confident and comfortable about their appearance. She is 12 years old and in the sixth grade. She has se veral concerns about the appearance of her front teeth. These concerns were color and shade values, variations in both the length and the width of her teeth, dif ferences in the level of the gum tissue relative to the tooth and how one tooth slightly overlapping the other. Talin said she did not lik e to smile because of these concerns. Talin was unlike some young people because she was able to express her concerns and priorities and was anxious to have the necessary corrections accomplished. She understood the cosmetic and emotional issues and valued the treatment options to be used to address them. Talin’s treatment plan was accomplished by working with master ceramist at specialty labs throughout the United States to make new restorations that were very thin — about the thickness of a f ingernail — in order to obtain the final results covering all of Talin’s issues Talin said “I’m smiling all the time now and I love
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Enjoy the Bounties of Summer Stroll through Harbour Assisted Living’s Farmers’ Market and browse the fresh fruits, vegetables, breads, plants, flowers and other locally grown and produced foods. A variety of handcrafted artisan items such as jewelry, soap and candles will also be for sale. We will also be hosting free health screenings, including blood pressure checks. Courtesy photo
The Northrop High School marching band, the Big Orange Pride, marches in the 2011 Three Rivers Festival parade. The 2012 parade is sponsored by Lutheran Health Network this year and the parade theme is “Community Legends and Landmarks.” The grand marshall for this year’s parade will be LCpl Brandon Long, who lost both his legs in Afghanistan. In addition, more than 11,000 miniature American flags will be passed out along the par ade route.
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Annual Three Rivers Festival kicks off July 13 By Nichole Hacha-Thomas nthomas@kpcnews.net
The Three Rivers Festival will be back with a bang on Friday, July 13, when the city is overrun with festival events, Junk Food Alley vendors and music galore. According to Jack Hammer, festival director, plenty of fan favorites will return to the festival in its 44th year, such as the downtown midway with rides for all ages, the festival parade, the Fort Wayne Museum of Art’s Chalk Walk and famed competitions like the Waiter and Waitress Contest and the annual Bed Race. “People kind of hang their hats on the festival favorites like the parade, which will be one of the biggest we’ve ever had,” Hammer said. “We are excited about other things like Junk Food Alley — I hear that German chocolate funnel cakes are all the rage this year.” New and emerging events also will be plentiful. Events such as the river games on July 21 are emerging as new favorites with canoe races and water balloon wars. Twosdays, where tons of things are just $2 will be back on July 17 and Hammer even said the festival committee is testing the waters with a zipline. “It won’t be like the one at the Super Bowl Village, but it will be a couple hundred feet long,” Hammer said. One thing is for sure, though, woven throughout the festival will be plenty of music. Tribute bands will be
abundant with ZOSO: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience kicking off the festival concert series on July 13. Bruce in the USA: The World’s #1 Tribute to Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will perform on July 14 in a Salute to the Troops concert in a Headwaters Park transformed red, white and blue. Back by popular demand, Who’s Bad — The Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute Band will shake up the stage on July 18 with what Hammer calls a “thriller of a night.” The Famous in the Fort contest will take place July 16 and one talented resident will win $1,000. The band Brother will perform July 17 with Phil’s Family Lizard opening the show. In addition, Casey James — another “American Idol” contestant — will sing a series of country songs on July 19 with local band Sugar Shot as the opening act. Tons of other musical acts are scheduled throughout the week, too, Hammer said. “We want to make the festival a party — and
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music is part of that party,” Hammer said noting the festival committee works hard to keep costs low. “We want to bring you a huge party and keep the prices down.” In addition to ticketed concerts, several free events will take place, Hammer said. The Clean Comedy for Kids event will be presented by Snickerz Comedy Club in the Vera Bradley Festival Plaza July 14 at 12:30 p.m. The Shade Jonze & Friends will provide music and fun for the entire family on July 21 at 11 a.m., followed by Pop n’ Fresh, a talented family who will perform a variety of sing-along songs. Brown Bag Tunes at Noon will feature music you can eat to with a series of musicians performing at noon in the Vera Bradley Festival Plaza. “The Three Rivers Festival is a celebration of Fort Wayne and who we’ve become since we got here,” Hammer said. I invite everyone to come out and bring their families to have some fun and make memories.”
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St. Joe Little League: Home of champions By Nichole Hacha-Thomas nthomas@kpcnews.net
The winning tradition continues for St. Joe Little League, after teams brought home both junior league and big league city championship titles July 5. It was pretty much assured St. Joe would top both divisions — the four teams playing in the two championship games all hailed from the park. “You know you’re bringing home the trophy when both teams playing each
other are from your park,” St. Joe Little League President Byron Peters said. With more than 800 youth playing softball or baseball on one of St. Joe Little League’s three diamonds, and its status as one of the largest programs across the state, there are plenty of opportunities for kids to experience the thrill of winning big. “St. Joe Little League has been the crown jewel in District 10 baseball for See CHAMPS, page A9
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Summer meals continues
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The Fort Wayne Community Schools summer meal program provides a free meal to all children under the age of 18. Sites in this area include Church on Fire, 9019 Stellhorn Road, from 11:30 to noon daily; Family Education Center, 9 09 E. State Blvd., from 12:30-1 p.m.; St. Joe United Methodist Church, 6004 Reed Road, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; and Tecumseh branch library, 1411 E. State Blvd., from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Area schools honor top grads Local schools honored their top 10 graduates during graduation ceremonies earlier in the month. Graduating from Northrop High School June 16 at the Memorial Coliseum were: 1. Cecelia Nguyen, University of Notre Dame 2. Dawn Eastom, Purdue University 3. Kayla Kemp, Hanover College 4. Madison Potter, Trine University 5. Genesis Perez, Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne 6. Dorina Feher, Indiana University 7. Samuel Fife, Indiana University 8. Caitlyn Kahn, Toledo University 9. Xavier Ortega Aguilar,
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to fall ball, we’re always busy.” Even more so this year as the leaders of St. Joe Little League have branched out to merge their softball program with that of neighboring Georgetown Little League. Peters said the new entity is called the Northeast Indiana Softball league, which encompasses any girl in either playing area. Peters said the St. Joe leadership has been working with the newly-created NIS league leaders to get them on their feet. “They’ve got an excellent board in place and we are working to get them financially stable so they can be on their own,” Peters said. The baseball fun will continue once the Little League season is complete, though, Peters said. Each year, the park offers fall ball opportunities, which brings in local high school baseball coaches, like those from Concordia or Bishop Dwenger, to focus on fundamentals. The kids who register are treated to a series of clinics to sharpen their skills, as well as a shortened 10-game schedule. “We just want to give kids the chance to play baseball,” Peters said.
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Bobay earns specialist certification Nicole Bobay recently earned her specialist certif ication in women’s health. Certification requires extensive knowledge, skill and experience in women’s health physical therapy areas including pelvic pain, obstetrics, incontinence, lymphedema, fibromyalgia and orthopedics specific to women. Bobay treats patients at Indiana Physical Therapy Woman, a specialty division of Indiana Physical Therapy.
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The Fort Wayne leg of the nationwide long-term care awareness tour made a stop at assisted living and memory care facility, Emeritus at Fort Wayne, 4730 E. State Blvd. In addition to a presentation by elder care expert and spokesperson for the nonprofit 3in4 Association, Dr. Marion Somers, residents and the community were treated to the launch of the “Bring Your Talent” contest. The competition seeks to find America’s most talented seniors and caregivers and is part of the national 3in4 Need More campaign, an educational initiative to raise awareness about the need for Americans to better prepare for their long-term health care needs. “The campaign is really to make more people aware about what they are going to need and how to
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chances rise that you will need an assisted living facility.” Ten local seniors competed in the talent auditions and talents included painting, crossstitching and playing the piano. The contest also was open to family members and one read a poem about seniors. Their performances will be judged by the Emeritus corporate staff, along with video submissions from all across the country. DiIanni said the talent show was a hit with everyone in attendance. “Just to look back to see how talented our residents and their families are was great,” DiIanni said. “I thought it was just awesome. That’s the great thing getting to know seniors’ life stories.” The winner of the national competition will receive one year of free rent at any Emeritus community, valued at $45,000. Eleven runnersup will each receive a week of free rent. For those who couldn’t attend the event to perform, there still is time to enter via the Emeritus Facebook page. Or visit freerentgiveaway.com for more information.
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Event for women to teach empowerment By Valerie Caviglia pr@timespubs.com
In TV shows, the scene is always the same: The streets are dark and empty as a woman walks briskly to her car, the sound of her heels clicking on the pavement. Suddenly, she hears the footsteps of someone else, but they’re heavy, like the sound of someone bigger and stronger. When she picks up her pace, so does the person behind her. Then, she feels a hand on her arm and turns around, frightened. How does this scenario end? Well, that depends on the TV show, but normally it doesn’t end well. However in real life, it doesn’t have to be that way, especially if women take a little time out to “empower” themselves. In Fort Wayne, it seems a community of women agree. EmpowHER Safety Day on Saturday, Aug. 11, already is half full, according to Fort Wayne Police Deputy Chief Dottie Davis, a 29-year veteran of the police department. She was re-appointed to director of Fort Wayne Police Training Center in February. “So far, it’s half full and
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similar program when her own daughter previously attended a self-defense training. “She was smiling from ear to ear. She couldn’t stop talking about the tools she got to fight somebody who was 250 pounds and feel successful,” Davis said. Not surprisingly, many women in the class would
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“Ice was huge. We ran out Saturday and getting it delivered was a little harder. We’d get a little in and then run out. I just got an extra-large order in and it’s still going fast.� Through it all, though, Klingenberger thanked the crews who traveled from places such as Oklahoma, Missouri and Kentucky to restore the area to normalcy. “I am very grateful to the people who were out in the elements, I know they were working as hard as they could,� Klingenberger said. Brown said she is thankful to her neighbors — some she knew and others she didn’t — who jumped in to help in a time of need. “Neighbors let people run extension cords from
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POWER from page A11 strike the instructor and then apologize. Davis said the instructor wanted to make one thing very clear. “He said, ‘Do not apologize. I do not w ant you in that mindset.’� Instructors are always in protective gear, often referred to as “the red-man suit.� This puffy, protective red-colored suit is similar to the Michelin Man, Davis said. “So, yes there are times where they get hit and then they hurt, but not for long. In the real world, everything is fair in that type of a fight.� It’s a sentiment shared by Lead Defense Tactics Instructor Juan Barrientes, who will teach breakout sessions of level-one self defense to EmpowHER attendees. Barrientes, who teaches women’s self-defense year-round through his business, Barrientes Training Group, has himself a wife and two daughters. He said he doesn’t want to hear apologies from his students if they get aggressive during class. Barrientes said all women should have that mentality. “I’m not only going to show how to hit but where to hit. The common thing is to hit him in the groin, but if I’m a rapist, I’m expecting they’re going to hit me in the groin, so I’m going to protect it.� Along with Sgt. Mitch McKinney and Det. Sonia Atienzo, Barrientes will focus on active counter measures, gross motor skill sets and target selection, which he said are just the basics of self defense. His course will be one of four break out sessions during EmpowerHER Safety Day: Sgt. Scott Berning will instruct women how to use less-lethal personal protection weapons, such as pepper spray or taser guns; instructor of ficer Michael Tapp will lead, “Guns, Safety and Me,� a training on firearm protection; and Davis will join Jen Fisher, graduate retention program manager at Greater Fort Wayne Chamber of Commerce and lead singer of Sugar Shot, in leading “The Road Traveled Toward a Career and Passion — How the Two Can Live Harmoniously Together.� These breakout sessions cover topics women won’t find at other events geared toward their gender. “There’s been many women’s days here in the community, but they are not focused on safety. They’re focused on health, shopping and other activities, but not hands-on when it comes to their hidden strengths,� Davis said. Organizers chose to schedule the first-ever EmpowHER Safety Day in August to help young women in high school and college before the school year. “We also want to put this out there for w omen who are
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Summer music theatre goes ‘Blonde’ By Nichole Hacha-Thomas nthomas@kpcnews.net
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Community members pack the parking lot at Georgetown Square Shopping Center during the first concert in the Georgetown Fridays: Parkview Concert Series. The next concert will be July 27 featur ing Junk Yard Band.
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Continues July 27 with Junk Yard Band The parking lot was full when musicians took the stage for the inaugural concert in the Georgetown Fridays: Parkview Concert Series. “Georgetown Fridays: Parkview Concert Series surpassed our expectations!” said Maureen Partee of Georgetown Square Shopping Center. “More than 700 concert attendees were here at the shopping center. Many businesses reported increased traffic and sales before, during and after the concert.” The community will have the chance to rock and roll when the series welcomes Junk Yard Band on July 27 at 6:30 p.m.
The Fort Wayne Ballet and the Mustang Car Club also will be featured and Georgetown Square merchants also will be on hand to sell food and drinks. Concerts will take place rain or shine, with events moving indoors to Georgetown Bowl in the event of inclement weather. Chairs and blankets are welcome, but coolers will not be admitted. The series will conclude on Friday, Aug. 24, when Sugar Shot performs at a country-themed concert and barbecue along with musicians from Snider High School.
Fourteen years ago Fort Wayne Summer Music Theatre was an idea in director Kirby Volz’s head. Today, the successful — and growing — program has a list of accomplishments to be proud of. “The program has grown in that our numbers have grown each year, but it also has to do with the types of shows we’ve been doing. When we started out, we did shows like ‘Hello Dolly!’ and ‘Grease’, but I decided I wanted to do shows that present a challenge to kids that would be something they might not do at their own school,” said Volz. Today, Volz and music director Greg Vey have quite the list of shows under their belt. Vey joined the program and 2005 and the two have put together heavy-hitters like “Sweeny Todd” (twice), the school edition of “Rent,” “Titanic: A New Musical,” “West Side Story,” and “Aida.” “One of the underlying principles is to do shows that are challenging, Alist, award-winning shows,” Vey said. “We want both students on the stage and people in the audience to realize this isn’t your average, run-ofthe-mill high school production.” Indeed, the actors chosen to portray Elle Woods and her band of bubbly friends come from all across the city, from a myriad of schools from Carroll and
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Fort Wayne Summer Music Theatre cast members practice a musical number from “Legally Blonde: The Musical” during a recent rehearsal at Williams Theatre on the campus of Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne. Northrop High Schools to Canterbury and Homestead High Schools. Students who are standouts in their individual school productions, and who are serious about the stage — as evidenced by giving up a large chunk of their summer to participate — routinely turn out to audition for the shows, which Vey said, sort of creates an “all-star cast.” “What ends up happening is that we get the top five or six actors from each high school who tend to be the cream of the crop,” Vey said. Some might think combining 60+ students from varied backgrounds and rival high schools would be a challenge. But for Volz and Vey, both accustomed to working with high school students in their former positions at North Side High School and Homestead High School respectively, it isn’t much different than a typical day surrounded by
teenagers. “Really it isn’t different from working with teens in any setting,” Vey said. “All the actors have to agree to a certain set of standards and have to be willing to work. For the most part, there’s no drama.” Vey said the group even has quasi-official bonding events with the aim of furthering the cohesiveness of the cast. It seems to work, Vey said, and the sense of camaraderie shows on the stage. “Legally Blonde: The Musical” will be performed at the troupe’s new home, Indiana University-Purdue University, Fort Wayne’s Williams Theatre, and is an approved Three Rivers Festival event. Remaining shows will be July 13 at 7:30 p.m., July 14 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and July 15 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 each for adults, $7 for students. A $2 discount is available with a TRF button.
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SATURDAY, JULY 14
Soothing Summer Gardens. Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St., Fort Wayne. What could be more restorative than a quiet stroll through a summer garden designed with restfulness in mind? Each small garden “room” will have its own character and art piece to admire, with strate gic seating for those who wish to linger. EAA Chapter 2 Pancake Breakfast. Smith Field Airport, 426 W. Ludwig Road, Fort Wayne. 7-11 a.m. Fly-in/drive-in pancake breakfast fundraiser for EAA Air Academy candidates. Food provided by IHOP. $6 for pancakes, sausage, eggs, juice and coffee. Summer self-defense. Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St., Fort Wayne. 8:30 a.m. Learn how to recognize a dangerous situation and create an opportunity to escape. Learn how to deal with bullies in a non-violent way, and how to defend yourself against a dangerous predator while getting fit and having fun. Ages 7-adult. To register, call 427-6011. Daylily show. Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St., Fort Wayne. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy the cheerful colors and surprising variety of one of summer’s favorite flowers, the daylily, with a juried flower show presented by the Fort Wayne Daylily Society. Let the experts help you select the best varieties for your garden. Plants will be available for purchase. $3/adult, $2/child. Children age 2 and under free. Mark’s Ark. Arbor Glen, 5202 Saint Joe Road, Fort Wayne. 2 p.m. Mark’s Ark carries several animals that will delight the child in e veryone. All are invited to come to experience this exciting program.
YFC Golf Outing. Sycamore Hills, 11836 Covington Road, Fort Wayne. Fort Wayne Area Youth for Christ has scheduled the 35th annual Allen County Golf Classic at Sycamore Hills Golf Club. There will be a morning and afternoon shotgun start with an indoor luncheon serv ed. Contact Barb Mattax at bmattax@fwayfc.org to register or for more information. Encourage, Empower and Enjoy the Autism Spectrum. Easter Seals Arc, 4919 Projects Drive, Fort Wayne. 7-8:30 p.m. Parents, grandparents, teachers, professionals and others wanting to learn more about autism are welcome. Topics vary monthly. For more information contact Susan Crowell at eeeautismspectrum@yahoo.com or call 637-4409. none.
TUESDAY, JULY 17
Little River Ramblers. Eagle Marsh Barn, South Side Engle R, one-half mile east of W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne. 9 a.m. Meet each Tuesday to hike and explore the preserve’s interesting plants and wildlife. Sponsored by Little River Wetlands Project. Free. Contact info@lrwp.org or 478-2515 for information. Behind the Screen: Summer Explorations at the Embassy Theatre. Embassy Theatre, 125 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne. 9:30 a.m. Tickets: $5 per person. Group rates available. Call the Embassy box office for details. Tickets on sale now at the Embassy box office, all other Ticketmaster locations and online at ticketmaster.com. Family Fun Day. Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St., Fort Wayne. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Make crafts, get a balloon animal, and win prizes at games of skill and chance. Enjoy lunch or a snack at our food court, where hot dogs and other items will be a vailable for 50 cents. 2012 Farmers Market. The Towne House, 2209 Saint Joe Center Road, F ort Wayne. 3-6 p.m. Products vary throughout season. Open to the public.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 18
Ann Arbor Art Fair bus trip. Ann Arbor Art Fair, Ann Arbor. A bus trip to Ann Arbor Art Fair is planned. Trip includes travel and continental breakfast for $42. Contact Judi Bruck 486-3217 for more information. Drop-in Yoga in the Gardens. Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St., Fort Wayne. 5:30 p.m. The practice of yoga is a w onderful way to build strength and flexibility, reduce stress, and enhance general well-being. Taught by certified yoga instructor and world traveler Lanah K. Hake. A few blankets, mats, and straps are available but bring your own supplies if you have them. Drop-in fee $7 (Conservatory members $5).
THURSDAY, JULY 19
Anthony Wayne Toastmasters. Ivy Tech — Fort Wayne Coliseum Campus, 3800 N. Anthony Blvd, Fort Wayne. 6:30-8 p.m. See how Toastmasters International and the thousands of local Toastmasters clubs help people all over the world develop their speaking and leadership skills. Depression/Bipolar + 12. First Presbyterian Church, 300 W Wayne St., Fort Wayne. 7 p.m. 12-step program for those li ving with depression or bipolar disorder. For more info contact Marilee Stroud at 312-6069 or email at mtstroud@frontier.com.
SATURDAY, JULY 21
Adventure Club. Arbor Glen, 5202 Saint Joe Road, Fort Wayne. 12:30 p.m.
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Community Arts Academy Summer Camps. IPFW, 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd., Fort Wayne. Dramagination for children in grades K through three. Community Arts Academy Summer Camps. IPFW, 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd., Fort Wayne. Youth Drama for children in grades four through se ven. Sonrise National Park Vacation Bible School. Christ’s Community Church, 10616 Liberty Mills Road, Fort Wayne. 6:30-8:30 p.m. For ages 4 through sixth grade. Music, crafts, refreshments, lots of FUN!!Re gistration and information: Phone 260-436-2637 or email cccvbs@gmail.com.
TUESDAY, JULY 24
Community Arts Academy Summer Camps. IPFW, 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd., Fort Wayne. Fun with Fairytales for children in pre-kindergarten.
SATURDAY, JULY 28
‘Dreamgirls’. Arts United Center, 303 E. Main St., Fort Wayne. Celebrating the magic of live theater.
Last Saturday. Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St., Fort Wayne. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. As part of the monthly promotions of do wntown life, the Conservatory is offering a $1-off discount on admissions every final Saturday in 2012. Parade of Homes. Arbor Glen, 5202 Saint Joe Road, Fort Wayne. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Arbor Glen opens its doors for a P arade of Homes. Come by for a guided tour of the community and explore where many of Fort Wayne’s seniors call home. Please RSVP to attend a b uffet dinner served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Big Orange Golf Outing. River Bend Golf Course, 7207 Saint Joe Road, F ort Wayne. 1 p.m. The Northrop Big Orange Pride will host its inaugural golf outing at 1 p.m. The event includes golf, cart and grilled dinner of bratwursts, hamburgers and hot dogs for $55 per golfer or $220 per team. On-course contests include two longest drive and two closest to the pin challenges. The top team will take home $500 with second place earning $350 and third winning $220. To register, visit BOPgolf.eventbee.com.
SUNDAY, JULY 29
Vacation Bible School. Trinity English Lutheran Church, 405 W. Wayne St., Fort Wayne. 6:30-8:30 p.m. daily. The Bible comes to life in new and powerful ways as kids explore why nothing is impossible with God. A family friendly dinner will be served each evening beginning at 6:00 pm. There is no charge, but a freewill offering will be received for meal costs.
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Community Arts Academy Summer Camps. IPFW, 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd., Fort Wayne. Metalsmithing Basics for children in grades six through 12. Community Arts Academy Summer Camps. IPFW, 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd.,
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