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Zoo’s stars keep low proﬁle through winter By Garth Snow

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A crust of ice covers the 20-inch layer of snow that blankets the grounds of the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo. The squirrels and Canada geese that own the grounds in the summer still scoff at the cages in February. The zoo gates are locked, the ticket booths dark. And 54 cars and trucks ﬁll four rows of the parking lot. “There’s a lot going on,” the zoo education chief explains. “All the animals that we have are here all yearlong. So there are caretakers here all yearlong.” For the record, Cheryl Piropato said, that’s about 1,000 animals — “give or take a few” — of about 200 species. The animals stay at the zoo through the winter, but most take shelter indoors. To make that possible, 65 to 70 people work through 12 months and four seasons. “That’s how

Each year, the zoo spends more than $238,000 to feed the more than 1,000 animals in it’s care. Here’s a sampling of what the animals consume in a typical year:

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Even one of the zoo’s two red pandas sought the warmth of a heating pad this winter. Education and Communications Director Cheryl Piropato says the natives of the Himalayan Mountains are suited to stay outside in the Indiana winters.

many people it takes to take care of the animals,” said Piropato, whose formal title is education and communications director. “We have instructors out in the schools every day. We have veterinarians doing physicals this time of the year.” In fact, two veterinarians

and two veterinary assistants care for the birds and the beasts. “And they’re busy all the time, they cover things seven days a week,” she said. “When the zoo ﬁrst started in 1965, it’s true that all the animals left the zoo in the wintertime, but we just don’t do that

Homestead College Fair invites all area students

More than 80 colleges and military careers will be represented Monday, March 10, at the Homestead High School College Fair. “Right now, I’ve got 84,” said guidance secretary Cindy Fitt, who said the annual expo “is kind of my baby.” This is her 23rd year with the college fair. “We have it every year, and it’s usually well attended,” Fitt said. “We usually have 300 community members from the local high schools and the surrounding area.” One lucky junior or senior will win a $200 scholarship. “It’s a great opportunity for students and their parents to come and talk with the admissions reps,” Fitt said. “I think it’s a great opportunity to make that ﬁrst connection.”

College fair Monday, March 10, 6-7:30 p.m. Homestead High School, 4310 Homestead Road No charge. She said two-year colleges, four-year universities and vocational schools from throughout the U.S. will have agents available. Indiana schools to be represented include: Anderson, Ball State, Bethel, Butler, Charmaine School & Model Agency in Fort Wayne, DePauw, Earlham, Franklin, Goshen, Grace, Hanover, Holy Cross, Huntington, IPFW, IUPUI, Indiana, Indiana Tech, Indiana State, Indiana Wesleyan, International Business College, Ivy Tech, Manchester, Masters of Cosmetology in Fort Wayne, Marian, Purdue, Rose-Hulman, Rudae’s School of Beauty in Fort Wayne, St. Joseph’s, St.

Mary of the Woods, St. Mary’s, Taylor, Trine, Notre Dame, University of Indianapolis, University of Southern Indiana, St. Francis and Valparaiso. “We have the University of Alabama, West Point, we have Concordia University from River Forest, Ill., we have Northwestern from Evanston, Ill., Texas A&M from Fort Worth, Texas, Johnson and Wales from Providence, Rhode Island,” Fitt said. Fitt’s own family can attest to the opportunities that might follow that ﬁrst discussion. Fitt’s son Tyler attends the University of Cincinnati. “He made that connection two years ago, when he was a junior,” she said.

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ZOO from Page A1 six months out of the year and get them all back. So everything pretty much stays here.” The one exception is the ponies, which are owned by a a contractor. “It’s a local family,” Piropato said. “They’ve run that ride for about 40 years. So they take the ponies out to their farm and bring them back in the spring.” Though most animals move inside, some animals are ﬁne with the Indiana winters. “There are a few animals that are coldhardy and they’re outside all yearlong,” Piropato said. “Our red pandas, which are native to the Himalayan Mountains, they have no problem. The Eurasian eagle owls, which are a trans-arctic species, they’re doing ﬁne outside.” Even those animals have shelter available. One of the endangered pandas warmed up to a heating pad on a particularly cold night. “The sea lions can tolerate cool temperatures and the water in the tank doesn’t freeze because it’s salt water and we keep it moving,” Piropato said. “There are pumps and waterfalls in there. It’s a busy, busy place all year long.” “The penguins, believe it or not, are not coldblooded penguins,” she explained. “Some

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Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo 3411 Sherman Blvd. 2014 season begins April 26, ends Oct. 12. Admission $14 for adults, $9 for children 2-18, $10.50 for ages 60 or older, free to babies age 1 and under, and free to Zoo Society members. Parking is free. Extra charge for tokens for train ride, river ride, Sky Safari, endangered species carousel and pony ride. Strollers and wagons available for rent, wheelchairs available for free use. For tickets, Zoo Society information, or other details, visit kidszoo.org or call (260) 427-6800. PHOTO BY GARTH SNOW

penguins are from temperate or even tropical areas. The penguins we have are from South Africa. The temperature there is not unlike that of Fort Wayne, but just a little bit milder, so they’re actually inside when it’s very cold out.” The zoo’s oldest citizen also takes shelter inside. Piropato qualified that statement. “The oldest is probably our female giant tortoise,” she said. “Her name is Purdue. I don’t think we have a specific age on her. She came into the zoo world quite a while ago.” “The animal that’s been here the longest is Edgar, our marabou stork, and he has been here since the African Velt first opened in 1976,” she said. “We have quite a few long-lived and long-term residents here at the zoo.” “We’re committed to providing care throughout the animal’s natural life,” Piropato said. “And as a result, in our zoo and zoos in general, there are a lot of animals you could call

geriatric. Because we’ve kept them alive with great care, they move into old age and we have a lot of geriatric conditions among our animals. Arthritis is probably the most common. And cataracts. So we continue to provide care, to keep the animal comfortable for as long as we possibly can. Sometimes the decision does come down to what really is our best option for this animal at this point in its life, and considering the quality of life. The only thing I can liken that to is like a pet owner, the way you would look at your dog or cat at the end of their life. That’s pretty much how we look at our zoo animals, because we’re emotionally invested in them. When you care for an animal and spend that much time with it over 10 or 15 or 20 years, you make those kinds of decisions very, very carefully and deliberately.” To ensure healthy species on a broader scale, Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo sometimes exchanges

The Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo will open April 26, and end the 2014 season Oct. 12. The zoo drew 535,744 visitors during the 2013 season, and another 20,156 guests during Wild Zoo Halloween.

animals with other zoos. “There are about 220 zoos in North America that are accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and we all participate in exchanges of animals, especially for breeding purposes for endangered species, so one of our goals is to maintain populations that are genetically healthy,” Piropato said. “That is we would avoid inbreeding and those types of situations by exchanging animals among the zoos. Sometimes it’s a simple exchange between two zoos, and sometimes it’s a broader exchange, kind of like a domino effect, where maybe seven or eight institutions are involved. When we acquired our new orangutan Tara last year, I believe there were seven or eight zoos involved in shifting animals around from one zoo to another. It’s very, very compli-

cated.” Careful record keeping feeds into an international data base, Zoo Information Management System. Each animal has a permanent record on ﬁle with ZIMS. Piropato does not claim a favorite among the 1,000 zoo creatures, but admitted, “I’m kind of partial to the big cats. I think they’re all just beautiful and amazing when you take the time to sit and watch them and learn about them.” The educator said she is also a student. “I’ve worked here at the zoo for 28 years and I can truly say that I learn something every day on my job, whether it’s from researching an animal, from talking to a zookeeper who has really intensive knowledge about one species, or chatting with visitors out on the path, it really is a place of learning even for those of

us who work here every day.” The education staff has no off-season. “Last year we saw 40,000-plus students in our programming, both on-site and off-site, so it’s a pretty big operation,” Piropato said. “A lot of our programs are funded with grant support so we can offer them free to various constituents, and for other programs we can charge a fee. But we see lots and lots of kids in a year.” Though the gates have been closed since October, nature has continued its course inside the zoo. Two colobus monkeys were born just two days apart in late January. “The ﬁrst one is a male and I think the second is a female,” Piropato said. “We didn’t know the gender of the other one because Mom was hanging onto it so tight and not letting it wander off. One of the moms is protective. It’s her ﬁrst baby.” So while Piropato wrote the news release about the blessed events, she did not actually see the subjects. “I haven’t been allowed in their yet,” she said. “So the pictures that I have were actually taken by one of our keepers.” Those new arrivals mean the troop of black and white monkeys will have six members on hand to welcome the public on April 26. “We have volunteer See ZOO, Page A3

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ZOO from Page A2 programs for ages 13 and up,” she added. “Our Z-Team is teens age 13 to 17 and we have about 175 teens who help us every summer, doing various projects. They help at our summer camp, they do education tables around the zoo when we’re open, and we have a conservation crew as well that helps us with conservation efforts. We have adult volunteers who help in a variety of ways — with guest services, with zookeeper support, education programs — so altogether we have about 400 active volunteers.” Some volunteers even help handle some animals. The zoo offers volunteer training a couple times each year. “We’ve gotten a lot of national attention,” Piropato said. “We were chosen as one of the Top 10 zoos for kids by Parents magazine, which was a really exciting honor for us. The New York Times named us one of the zoos designed with kids in mind, which really kind of nails it

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Two January additions bring the zoo’s colobus monkey population to six.

A great blue heron watches a tiny patch of open water as ice covers the zoo’s pond in February.

because that is what we’re all about.” The Indiana Ofﬁce of Tourism tallied votes and called the zoo Indiana’s No. 1 summer attraction.

And the community really supports the zoo. We are a nonproﬁt organization. We don’t get any tax

“All those things are very thrilling,” Piropato said. “But what we just really love is for people to come back and enjoy the zoo again and again.

support for our operations, which is not typical of zoos around the country. A lot of them get munic-

ipal or state funding, and we do not. This zoo is supported by the people who use it. So admission fees, or when you buy an ice cream zone, or ride the train, all those fees are what keep us going every year.” When the visitors return, they will ﬁnd a pond where a visiting great blue heron stood watch over a gap in the ice in February. Visitors will ﬁnd squirrels darting between Franke Park and the acorns across Sherman Boulevard. Visitors will see the Canada geese helping themselves to the zebras’ grain. “We’ll just put out a little extra,” Piropato said.

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Southwest Allen County Schools have begun supplementing the traditional school day with off-campus online study to help make up for 13 school days lost to a severe winter. The e-Learning pilot program began March 3. The school district also canceled other holidays and extended the school year by four days to make up for lost class days. Five lost days will be offset by the online learning program. Details of the program vary among schools. The Homestead High School graduation ceremony remains ďŹ rm, on Saturday, June 7. For details of the schoolsâ€™ makeup plan and an explanation by Superintendent Steve Yager, visit sacs.k12.in.us. In that statement, Yager described the pilot as â€œa precedent for learning opportunities regardless of any weather events in the future.â€? â€œWe are excited about the possibility of bringing student learning into a new paradigm â€” one that keeps your child at the center of learning while giving the very best in a blended classroom and online experience,â€? Yager wrote in a letter to parents. â€œIt is our hope that in the future SACS will no longer see the need for snow days, but instead will be able to provide e-Learning days.â€? He expressed hope that students will gain new skills as they learn outside the classroom.

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St. Joseph-St. Elizabeth students help recite a living rosary before a Mass at the St. Elizabeth campus.

St. Joseph-St. Elizabeth celebrates school history St. Joseph-St. Elizabeth School celebrated Catholic Schools Week with the theme â€œCelebrating our History.â€? Principal Lois Widner and Assistant Principal Greg Slee gave short talks to parishioners before all the Masses on Jan. 26. Parishioners also had an opportunity to ask them questions about the school after Mass, and see the new school uniform for the future St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School. On Jan. 29, the new St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School held an open house for visitors interested in seeing the school. On Jan. 30, St. Joseph-St. Elizabeth School held assemblies at both campuses to reveal the contents of a time capsule

which will be buried and opened in 2024. Students and staff watched the St. Joseph-St. Elizabeth School Memory Lane slide show compiled by art teacher Kristin Spoltman. On Jan. 31, the students recited a Living Rosary led by the National Junior Honor Society in St. Elizabeth Seton church, followed by an All School Mass. Catholic Schools Week wrapped up on the evening of Feb. 1 with the annual Legacy Auction, a gala evening with dinner and an auction for schools parents, staff and friends of St. Joseph-St. Elizabeth Seton School. The PAC was decorated with the theme of Mardi Gras.

Riverfront study seeks comment The public is invited to share their vision for Fort Wayneâ€™s downtown riverfront at two public input meetings. Both meetings will take place at the main branch of the Allen County Public Library, in the auditorium. The meetings

are set for: Wednesday, March 12, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with a presentation at 5:45 p.m.; and, Thursday, March 13 , 11 a.m.-1 p.m., with a presentation at 11:15 a.m. In November 2013, the city contracted with SWA Group to conduct the

Riverfront Study. During the public input meetings, SWA will provide an overview of the data collected and preliminary development concepts. The consulting team will then listen to the publicâ€™s vision for the downtown riverfront.

Illustrator to lecture at USF Canadian artist â€œBig Jimâ€? Miller, a director for DHX Media Inc., an independent childrenâ€™s entertainment company, will speak at the Closer Look lecture series at the University of Saint Francis North Campus auditorium, 2702 Spring St., at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 20. He is a graduate of Vancouver Film School in the 2-D classical animation program. This lecture is made possible by Arts United of Greater Fort Wayne,

the Indiana Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts. For more information, call 399-8064. Miller, a co-director on the Hub Networkâ€™s â€œMy Little Pony: Friendship is Magic,â€? has worked with storyboards, character and background design in the television animation industry for more than 15 years. He worked 10 years on â€œEd, Edd and Eddy,â€? an animated television series on Cartoon Network.

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Library Director Krull announces retirement Jeffrey R. Krull, the director of the Allen County Public Library Krull since 1986, has announced that he will retire this September. Martin Seifert, the president of the library board, said a national search will be conducted to recruit a new director to succeed Krull. “Jeff has been an exemplary leader and ambassador, not only for our library, but for all of Fort Wayne,” Seifert said. “His work and vision have led to a vigorously active and ﬁscally strong library for all the citizens of Allen County.” Krull, a native of North Tonawanda, N.Y., received his master of library science degree from the State University

of New York at Buffalo in 1974. He served as a librarian in the Business and Labor Department of the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library from 1974-1976, as director of the library at Ohio University – Chillicothe from 1976-1978, and director of the Mansfield-Richland County (Ohio) Public Library from 1978-1986. He was appointed director of the Allen County Public Library in April 1986. Under Krull, the library’s first computerization project was implemented in 1987, automating the cataloging, acquisitions, and circulation systems, and creating the library’s first online catalog. Circulation of library materials increased from 2,795,355 in 1986 to 10,746,406 in 2013 (including new formats such as ebooks and digitized books from the

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research library in the country, drawing visitors from all 50 states and numerous foreign countries each year. In 2009 the library successfully secured custody of the library materials and photograph collection of the Lincoln Museum, after that institution was closed by the parent company. The library initiated a digitization program to preserve and make available millions of pages of books, documents, and periodicals, as well as photographs from the library’s local history collection, the Genealogy Center collection, and the Lincoln Financial Foundation collection. The library has introduced many new formats to make text, music, and visual arts available to library patrons, including DVD, Blue-ray, downloadable audiobooks, downloadable music,

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the director by naming the exhibit gallery on the main ﬂoor the Jeffrey R. Krull gallery. During his time as library director, Krull has been active in a wide range of professional and community organizations, including: past president, Public Library Association – Metropolitan Libraries Section; past president, OHIONET statewide library network; past president, Indiana Cooperative Library Services Authority; member of Indiana Library and Historical Board, appointed by Gov. Mitch Daniels; past president, Literacy Alliance; current president, Rotary Club of Fort Wayne; member of Quest Club. In 2001 Krull was named a Sagamore of the Wabash by Gov. Frank O’Bannon, and in 2007 he was named Citizen of the Year by the Fort Wayne Journal Gazette.

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USF, Fort Wayne Youtheatre staging ‘Willy Wonka’ USF offers bachelor’s The School of Creative Arts at the University of Saint Francis and the Fort Wayne Youtheatre will collaborate on a production of the classic children’s story “Willy Wonka,” at the USF Performing Arts Center, 431 W. Berry St. Brad Beauchamp and Leslie Hormann will direct. Performances are Fridays through Sundays,

March 21-23 and 28-30. Show times are 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets are available through ArtsTix Community Box Ofﬁce at 422-4226 or online at artsunited. org/the-arts-campus/ artstix-community-box-ofﬁce. Tickets are $18 for adults, $15 for seniors 65 or older and children 10

and under. Group rates of $10 per person are available to groups of 20 or more. Roald Dahl’s story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir will come to life in this stage adaptation, which features the songs from the classic family film “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.” In the story, recluse candy maker Willy Wonka declares that five lucky children will be given a tour of his private factory to see all of his candymaking secrets if they can find a golden ticket in a Wonka candy bar. Further, one lucky child will win a lifetime supply of Wonka chocolate. Viewers will follow the story of Charlie Bucket and four other children who found golden tickets as they tour Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory and discover the magical world of Oompaloompas, Wonkavision and

Everlasting Gobstobbers. DeBrand Fine Chocolates will sweeten the deal with a complimentary “Wonka Bar” and card for a free tour of its Auburn Road facility in Fort Wayne for each child attending the play. Kids can also sign up for a drawing for one of six golden tickets entitling the bearer to a 10-piece DeBrand tasting bar collection. One winner will be chosen from the six golden ticket bearers to receive the grand prize of a DeBrand chocolate party for him or her and up to 15 guests. Revelers will enjoy chocolate pieces, desserts and drinks in the DeBrand private party room. “This show is a great opportunity to introduce children to live theater. It is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone’s sweet tooth with lively songs and a fantasy ride into the land of pure imagination,” Beauchamp said.

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degree in nutrition The University of Saint Francis will offer northeast Indiana’s first bachelor of science in nutrition this fall. The degree offers the option of a special concentration in health promotion. “Since the public and private sectors are placing a greater emphasis on preventative medicine and promoting healthy lifestyles, the already strong demand for nutritionists is expected to increase in the foreseeable future,” said Katie Wiedman, the chair of the Department of Exercise Science and Health. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of nutritionists is expected to grow faster than average, about 21 percent by 2022, because of the increased emphasis on disease prevention, a growing and aging population and public interest. Director and registered dietitian Beverly Moellering spent 10 years at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, teaching adult, pediatric and adolescent weight management classes, providing cardiac risk reduction classes, offering nutritional counseling and supporting the Fort4-Fitness Kids Marathon. She completed her bachelor’s degree at Purdue University, her dietetic internship at Vanderbilt Medical Center and her master’s degree at Ball State University. High school students entering the bachelor of science in nutrition should have strong science and mathematics backgrounds. Financial aid is available in the form of scholarships, grants, loans and work study. Over 99 percent of USF undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance, and many receive more than one type. More information is available at sf.edu/financialaid. Admission information is available at sf.edu/admissions.

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CANI helps ﬁnd health insurance Community Action of Northeast Indiana is offering several free events this month to assist individuals and families with the Health Insurance Marketplace. The sessions are designed to offer information and assist with completing applications. Allen County locations include: Allen County Public Library Main Branch, 900 Library Plaza, Fort Wayne, 9 a.m.-noon March 8, 15, 22 and 29. Allen County Public Library New Haven Branch, 648 Green St., New Haven, 5:306:30 p.m. Monday, March 17. Contact CANI at 423-3546, Ext. 256, for

details. Health insurance marketplaces are available under the Affordable Care Act. Enroll by March 15 for coverage April 1. Open enrollment ends March 31. For more information, visit healthcare.gov. CANI events that include help with enrollment require applicants to bring the following information: a valid email address, a photo ID, and 2012 or 2013 tax returns. CANI helps communities, families and individuals remove the causes and conditions of poverty. For more information about CANI and the services provided, see canihelp.org.

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Theater camp registers Explore children’s zoo at spring break camp The Embassy Theatre will present SCORE summer arts camp July 7-25, at the theater at 125 W. Jefferson Blvd. Hours are 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. The camp ends with a ﬁnal performance on July 26. Early-bird registration is available at $450 through March 20. Regular registration is $550 through May 20 or until the camp is ﬁlled. Children bring their own lunch. Register at fwembassytheatre.org. SCORE is an intensive three-week workshop that enlists middle school students to form a fully operational theatrical production company, complete with a name, logo, staff, an artistic ensemble, a mission statement and core values. After the production company is formed (under supervision of industry professionals), the company proceeds to conceive, write, compose, design, build, market and perform an original opera.

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The Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo plans Spring Break Camp, April 1-3. Register at kidszoo.org. All camps feature hands-on learning, the chance to meet friendly animals, and zoo exploration. Zoo Tots: Bugs Don’t Bug Me! Explore those creepy, crawly critters that outnumber people 200 million to one. In this fun-ﬁlled camp, you will learn about how important bugs are to our everyday life.

Tuesday, April 1, 9-10:30 a.m. For ages 3-adult. $15. Egg-cellent Adventure Believe it or not, eggs are tough to crack! Explore all there is to know about what makes up an egg, inside and out. From tadpoles, to birds, to spiders — eggs are key in creating and maintaining life. Tuesday, April 1, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. For ages 6-12. $30. Mad Scientist Get ready for hands-on fun when you spend the

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The Fort Wayne Parks Department plans a series of summer day camps, beginning as early as June 9 and continuing as late as Aug. 1. For details and registration, visit fortwayneparks.org or call 427-6000. Farmin’ Fun Day Camp The camp integrates hands-on farming such as gardening and animal care, cooperative games, and nature exploration. When: June 16-20; June 23-27; July 7-11; July 14-18; July 21-25; July

28-Aug. 1. Ages 4-5, 9 a.m.-noon, Ages 6-11+, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages 13-18, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Salomon Farm Park, 817 W. Dupont Road. Cost: $59 - $92 Franke Park Day Camp An enjoyable outdoor experience in a wooded setting, which fosters cooperation through learning, playing, working, problem solving, and socializing together. An emphasis on: basic camping skills, nature

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day conducting experiments, meeting friendly zoo animals, and playing science-based games. Wednesday, April 2, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. For ages 6-12. $30. Holes, Hideaways & Houses Explore animals that live in burrows, under logs, and more. Thursday, April 3, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. For ages 6-12. $30. Ages 6-12 can save $10 by signing up for all three days for $80. Programs are held rain

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education and Native American lore. When: June 9-13; June 16-20; June 23-June 27; July 7-11; July 14-18; July 21-25; July 28-Aug. 1 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 9 a.m.3:30 p.m. Wednesday, 1-7 p.m. Where: Franke Park, 3411 Sherman Blvd. Cost: $70 - $90 City Safari Summer Day Camp Campers explore the city and what makes it work through walking excursions, scientiﬁc inquiry, hands-on learning activi-

ties, games, and arts and crafts. A weekly ﬁeld trip out of town allows campers to compare urban and rural environments. When: June 16-20; June 23-27; July 7-11; July 14-18; July 21-25; July 28-Aug. 1. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Friday, with free before- and after-care 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Where: Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St. Ages: Entering grades 1-6 in Fall 2013. Cost: $110

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Teens explore global options The fourth annual International Youth Expo is coming to IPFW on March 15. The event will be from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Walb Student Union. Admission is free. For more information, visit iyee.org. High school students from eight counties in northeast Indiana are invited to learn about international exchange

programs, college opportunities and locally-based global companies. In addition, both parents and students will learn about the numerous community-based scholarships available to high school students to travel and study oversees. The Expo is a collaborative initiative between Fort Wayneâ€™s two-Rotary clubs, IPFWâ€™s OfďŹ ce of International Educa-

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Volunteers prepare ďŹ sh for a Feb. 8 fundraiser at Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 6318 W. California Road. The 55th annual ďŹ sh fry helps support the school, founded in 1885. Another fundraiser Saturday, March 15, will fund the second phase of the playground renovation project and support the tuition assistance fund. The silent auction begins when doors open at 6 p.m. at Sweetwater Sound, 5501 U.S. 30 West. The live auction begins at 7 p.m. There is no admission fee. Everyone is welcome. The popcorn and dessert bar are free. The nacho bar and drinks are available for purchase. Live entertainment will be provided by Redeemed. Merchants donate goods and gift certiďŹ cates for the auction, which last year raised almost $30,000.

Lutheran Foundation gift to boost area free clinic

The Lutheran Foundation made a $20,000 matching grant to Christian Community Health Care, which the free medical clinic will use to serve a greater number of patients this year. The clinic, located at 13410 Main St. in Grabill, provides acute care services Mondays through Thursdays. The clinic can serve as many as 12 patients each session, and no appointments are necessary. In an announcement, the clinic said it will augment its services with monthly specialty programs such as an ear, nose and throat clinic and addiction counseling, and it may start a diabetes clinic. Through its grant, the Lutheran Foundation will match funds given by new donors, or gifts given by donors that are higher than what they were in 2013. More information is available at ChristianCommunityHealthCare.org or by calling 627-2242. Mark Schlatter, the executive director of CCHC, issued a news release about the grant. â€œDuring strategic planning meetings held a few months ago, the board of

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Community Award was presented at the Art & Soul event, March 6 at the Arts United Center. The annual event raises funds to help cover yearly operating costs for Matthew 25’s medical and dental clinics. Last year, more than 300 people attended the event, raising more than $107,000 for the organization. Matthew 25 is a nonproﬁt, Gospel-inspired primary health care clinic serving more than 6,000 uninsured and low-income area residents each year. Since 1976, the clinic has been the only full-time regional resource offering free medical, dental, vision and hearing services under one roof. For more details, visit matthew25online. com.

Dr. Jim Frey and Judy Frey were honored for their service to the Matthew 25 health and dental clinic.

Judy has helped make her husband’s work possible. She has also made her own special contributions as a Matthew 25 volunteer. Together, the Freys truly represent the generous and compassionate spirit of Matthew 25.” The Fabric of the

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The Brain Injury Association of Indiana will hold its second-annual Bowling for Brain Injury event from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, March 23, at Westwood Lanes, 2400 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne, and at Woodland Bowl, 3421 E. 96th St., Indianapolis. For more information, visit BowlingforBrainInjury.org or email bowling@biausa. org.

According to the organization, more than 30,000 Hoosiers each year sustain a brain injury — a ﬁgure that doesn’t include sports injuries or veterans returning from combat. The event, for which teams of six people can sign up, helps raise money for the Brain Injury Association of America. In addition, March is Brain Injury Awareness Month.

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Coventry Meadows and AARP would like to invite you to join the nation’s first refresher course for motorists age 50 and older presented by Dr. Dick Huber, M.D. This course is designed to help older drivers improve their skills and prevent traffic accidents. There will be no driving or written tests. Studies have proven that graduates show a 10% reduction in traffic violations over several years. Some insurance companies even offer discounts on the insurance premiums for those that complete the class. Please RSVP by Monday, April 21st to 260-435-2100. Space is limited!

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IPFW campus to become smoke- and tobacco-free IPFW will become a smoke-free and tobacco-free campus effective April 1. The use of cigarettes, cigars, oral tobacco, electronic cigarettes, and all other tobacco products will be prohibited on campus and other sites controlled, operated, or leased by the university. “Implementing a tobacco-free policy will bring added beneﬁts to the well-being of our entire community,” Chancellor Vicky Carwein said in a news release. “Tobacco use and exposure to secondhand smoke remain the leading causes of preventable disease and death worldwide. Our students, faculty, and staff deserve a healthy place in which to learn, work, and live, and this policy will help accomplish that.” With the announcement,

For details A copy of IPFW’s tobacco and smoke-free policy can be found at ipfw.edu/chancellor. For information on how to quit smoking or to stop using tobacco products, contact the IPFW Center for Healthy Living and Wellness at 481-5748 or visit the Health and Wellness website. IPFW joins sister campus Indiana University Bloomington, and the regional campuses of Purdue and IU, all of which adopted smoke/tobacco-free policies. Nationwide, more than 1,100 colleges and universities have adopted tobacco-free or smokefree policies, and the Department of Health and Human Services’ Tobacco-Free College Campus Initiative has urged all campuses to promote and support the adoption and implementation of tobacco-free policies.

The most recent Surgeon General report added to the list of harmful effects of cigarettes in that nearly half a million people will die from smoking-related diseases this year. The report released in January adds even more diseases to the previous list of smoking-caused diseases, including Type 2 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, erectile dysfunction, macular degeneration that can cause blindness, two additional cancers — liver and colorectal — and cleft palate birth defects.

Mammography van schedule released The Francine’s Friends Mobile Mammography coach visits locations throughout the Fort Wayne area. Appointments preferably should be scheduled prior to the date of the visit. For an appointment, call (260) 483-1847 or (800) 727-8439, ext. 26540. Walk-in openings are available depending on schedule. The Breast Diagnostic Center performs the screening. For women who have insurance, they

will bill the insurance company. If the patient does not have insurance but has the ability to pay, the BDC offers a reduced rate if paid the day of the screening. For women without insurance, a high deductible, or resources to pay, funding is available. Francine’s Friends Mobile Mammography is a partnership between Francine’s Friends, Parkview Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Breast Diagnostic Center. All locations are in Fort

Wayne unless otherwise noted. March 8, Max Fitness, 9914 Illinois Road. March 20, Emeritus at Fort Wayne, 4730 E. State Blvd. March 26, IPFW, 2101 Coliseum Blvd. March 31, Kroger, 6002 St. Joe Center Road.

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March is Red Cross Month For 133 years, the American Red Cross has helped individuals and families prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. And each spring since 1942, starting with Franklin Roosevelt, the U.S. president acknowledges the American Red Cross and encourages volunteerism by issuing a proclamation that declares March as Red Cross Month. ‘”We touch lives down the street, across the country and around the world,” said Sharyn Whitman, CEO for the American Red Cross Indiana-Ohio Blood Services Region. “And it’s your support that allows us to be there every day for the millions of people who depend on us during their time of need.” In 1881, 60-year-old Clara Barton launched the American Red Cross based on a European movement that provided relief and protection to wounded soldiers. Now, 133 years later, the Red Cross continues to help individuals and families prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. Red Cross Month celebrates the services and volunteers in areas such as blood donation, disaster relief, health and safety training, and support to military members and their families. Red Cross ofﬁcials say it’s easy to get involved in helping to effect change in your community. Volunteers can give blood, donate their time and talents, or make ﬁnancial contributions. Nationwide, more than 500,000 volunteers make a difference through Red Cross services. Locally, the Red Cross blood program supports patients at more than 60 hospitals across 52 counties. Area Red Cross blood drives: Monday, March 10, 8:30 a.m.-11 a.m., Walmart Chapel Ridge, 10420 Maysville Road. Come to donate and receive a T-shirt. Monday, March 10, 2-8 p.m., Grabill Missionary Church in the Fellowship Hall, 13637 State St., Grabill. Wednesday, March 12, 1:30-4 p.m., Midwest America Federal Credit Union, 4331 W. Jefferson Blvd. Thursday, March 13, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Village of Coventry Foyer, 5699 Coventry Lane, Fort Wayne. This blood drive is sponsored by International Business College.

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Jobs agency offers Skill-Link training Breakfast showcases WorkOne Northeast has developed a customized incumbent worker training initiative for employers that allows employees to earn certiﬁcations for in-demand jobs, Northeast Indiana Works announced. Northeast Indiana Works, which oversees 11 WorkOne Northeast career centers in northeast Indiana, provides the Skill-Link training for free to employers. “Employers throughout northeast Indiana are in great need for skilled workers in a number of areas,” said Gary Gatman, executive vice president of strategic initiatives for Northeast Indiana Works. “SkillLink, which customizes the training to an employer’s speciﬁc needs, gives employers an opportunity to raise the skill levels of selected employees and in the process open up positions for other workers.” Thus far, Skill-Link programs have been carried out in four counties — Adams, DeKalb, Noble and Wells counties — for 18 employers and 52 employees. Northeast Indiana Works, through Greater Fort Wayne Inc., is in discussions with another group of employers in Allen County. The training has involved classes in industrial maintenance and Computer Numerical Control

“It is the perfect combination of public and private resources working together to improve our manufacturing climate.” — Tim Ehlerding, executive director of Wells County Economic Development machining. Classes in welding and quality control are planned. The Skill-Link training is being conducted with the assistance of community and education partners, including local economic development leaders. “This program is a key component to the success of our industries in northeast Indiana,” said Tim Ehlerding, executive director of Wells County Economic Development. Metaldyne, a global auto parts supplier with a plant in Bluffton, is among the companies that have used Skill-Link. Daun Spurgeon, manager of technical services at Metaldyne in Bluffton, said two apprentices and one production worker completed training and received industrial maintenance certiﬁcation “Fantastic classes,” Spurgeon said. “I’ve been very impressed with how it’s handled. I’ve been in this business for 30 years and for WorkOne

to put something together like this, I’m very excited.” Typically, Gatman said, WorkOne and its partners work with employers to establish specific training needs, develop curriculum, and identify employees for the program. Training program candidates then go through an eligibility process that includes drug screens. Skill-Link, Gatman said, augments other training and certification programs that include an on-the-job training component that reimburses employers 50 percent of eligible new employees’ wages while they are learning a job and a WorkINdiana program that allows people to earn their high school equivalency while also completing an industry certification. “Most employers are no longer content to up-skill their workers with off-the-shelf, one-size-fits-all training programs,” Gatman said. “Skill-Link provides training that is relevant to each individual workplace.” Northeast Indiana Works provides public and private financial and employment resources to businesses and individuals for education and skills training to meet the needs of regional industries.

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The Huntington University Foundation will feature a program on innovation and student ventures at its next Foundation Breakfast on Wednesday, March 12. The Foundation Breakfast is open to the public. It will begin at 7:45 a.m. in the Habecker Dining Commons at Huntington University and conclude by 9 a.m. The cost of the breakfast is $7. First-time attendees eat free courtesy of Bailey-Love Mortuary. RSVPs are requested for the breakfast but are not required. For more information or to RSVP, contact Barb Baker at 359-4069 or bbaker@ huntington.edu. Karl LaPan, the president and CEO of the Northeast Indiana Innovation Center, will share his insights into the role

that NIIC plays in equipping the next generation of student entrepreneurial leaders through its Student Venture Lab program. HU junior ﬁlm production student Matt Burris will also share how the NIIC has helped him with the challenges of launching a business as a ﬁlm producer. The breakfast is held on the second Wednesday of every month during the school year. For more information about the Foundation, visit huntington.edu/foundation. Since 1938, the Huntington University Foundation has assisted Huntington County residents who attend Huntington University through the annual Huntington County Grant and endowed scholarships.

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find “clutter” in the form of investments that are no longer appropriate for your objectives. For example, perhaps some of them are virtual duplicates of other investments you own, thereby diminishing your potential for diversification. Or maybe some investments are now too risky for your needs. In any case, you may be better off rebalancing your portfolio. • Get organized. As you clean your home, you might find ways to organize your belongings and furniture more efficiently. And you may also be able to organize your investments more effectively. One possibility: Consider consolidating your

investment accounts with one provider. If you have an IRA here, another one there and some other investments scattered about, you may be paying more in fees and commissions than is necessary. By consolidating these investments, you might save money and paperwork — and more importantly, you may find it easier, with all your investments under one “roof,” to follow a single, unified investment strategy. • Seal “cracks.” Over time, the grout between your kitchen or bathroom tiles can crack, so you’ll need to re-grout to protect your flooring. And you may find

that, in looking at your overall financial strategy, your “protection” component — primarily in the form of insurance — might have developed some “cracks” or “chips.” Specifically, has your life insurance kept up with changes in your family situation? Events such as marriage, remarriage or the arrival of a new child can all trigger the need to review your life insurance. And you’ll also want to make sure you have adequate disability insurance. Consult with a financial professional for information on appropriate protection vehicles. • Do some “dusting.” As part of your spring cleaning, you may need to dust furniture, shelves

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Camp Red Cedar wins national recognition Camp Red Cedar was honored for â€œextraordinary contribuPerry tions to the advancement of the camp movement,â€? during the national conference of the American Camp Association in Orlando, Fla. â€œOver the past years, the camp and its director, Carrie Perry, have made strides to work with local and national organizations to better the services offered,â€? stated the

award nomination letter. Today, the camp serves nearly 800 children and adults with and without disabilities each summer through its day camps, including designated camp weeks for Autism Community Together and Down Syndrome Association Northeast Indiana to provide children a nurturing outdoor environment. The 57-acre Camp Red Cedar facility offers yeararound therapeutic and able-bodied horseback riding lessons, trail rides, summer day camps and residential retreats and

facility rentals. â€œWe are honored and thrilled that Camp Red Cedar was selected to receive this award,â€? said Karen Shollenberger, vice President of AWS/ Benchmark, which owns Camp Red Cedar. â€œCamp Director Carrie Perry and her staff have grown and enriched camp programs to offer children with disabilities programs such as karate, additional adaptive equipment to enable everyone to enjoy our 10-acre lake and a more extensive schedule of fun, outdoor activities. She and the staff have

earned this award, and the hundreds of children and adults who visit us each summer are reaping the beneďŹ ts of her vision and hard work.â€? Perry added, â€œItâ€™s always great to have your peers salute your camp as one of the best. We canâ€™t wait for the 2014 season to start as weâ€™ve planned another summer of creative, adaptive and fun programs where our campers can explore, play and grow. While this award thrills us, it also challenges us to continue to make our summer camps the standard.â€?

Science Central has spring camps Science Central will get an early look at summer camps with Spring Break Camp, March 31-April 4. Hours are 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily at Science Central, 1950 N. Clinton St. Advance registration is required for all camps, and can be done online at sciencecentral.org. Monday, March 31, will focus on â€œThe Science of Storms,â€? using Science Centralâ€™s newest exhibit, Science On a Sphere. Tuesday, April 1, will feature â€œSpy Training 101,â€? Wednesday, April 2, will feature â€œFun Park Physics,â€? Thursday, April 3, will focus on â€œGrossology,â€? and Friday, April 4, features â€œJurassic Journeys.â€? A weeklong technology camp, â€œScience On a Sphere: Mission Design,â€? will give campers, ages 8-13, the opportunity to delve into computer programming to develop presentations for Science On a Sphere. The camp will run from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. daily. For an advance look at Science Centralâ€™s summer camps, visit sciencecentral.org. Camps begin the week of June 9 and continue through the week of Aug. 4.

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updating equipment, and renovating and building new electricity substations. Sarah Bodner, director of community relations and communications at I&M, said one reason the utility is moving forward with the project is because the average age of its transmission infrastructure is between 40 and 60 years old. Another reason is I&M is retiring its coal-ﬁred Tanners Creek power generation plant in Lawrenceburg next year, while parent company American Electric Power Co. Inc. will retire other coal-ﬁred plants in Ohio and Kentucky in 2016. By investing in its transmission infrastructure, I&M can ensure its ability to provide electricity to customers and receive power from other generating facilities, Bodner said. “This just makes sure that over the next several decades it continues to be reliable,” she said of the transmission system. The project also would help maintain northeast Indiana’s competitive advantage in attracting businesses, Bodner said, adding that I&M’s residential customers’ rates are 25 percent below the national average, while industrial customers’ rates

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4-H has muzzleloading program The Allen County 4-H Shooting Sports Club is sponsoring a 4-H muzzleloading program in April. The instruction covers safe handling of ﬁrearms, proper use of equipment, shooting techniques and ethics of good shooters. The program will begin at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 24, at the Allen County Extension Ofﬁce, 4001 Crescent Ave. Then the program will continue on May 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Spencerville area. Class size is limited to 10 participants. This program will be held outside. Advanced registration is required

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Timeless themes will dance across the stage when Carroll High School’s show choirs perform Saturday, March 15, at the Carroll Classic Invitational. The host school’s girls’ choir and mixed choir will perform in exhibition while judges tally scores for visiting schools. Homestead’s girls’ choir will perform at 10 a.m., and the mixed choir at 5:15 p.m. It’s the last local show of a long season. The Indiana State School Music Association will compare scores from throughout the season, throughout the state, to decide which 18 schools compete the following Saturday at the state ﬁnals. Carroll show choirs director Jill Jeran shoulders the additional responsibility of being host to 11 other high schools. Carroll also

Philharmonic Chorus plans ‘Songs of Destiny’ evening The First Wayne Street United Methodist Church will be the backdrop to a night of choral delights when the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Chorus presents “Song of Destiny” at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 15. The church is at 300 E. Wayne St. Tickets are $22 and are available by visiting or calling The Phil Box Ofﬁce at 481-0777, or online at fwphil.org Drawing from the repertoires of several great composers, Philharmonic Chorus director Benjamin Rivera has created a program that spans Europe from England to Austria, covering 150 years of choral history. “What we do have is a bit of a European tour with Germany, Austria, England, France and Italy represented in one way or another,” Rivera said. Rivera joined The Phil this season, bringing knowledge and experiences in gospel, pop, sacred polyphony, choral/ orchestral masterworks and contemporary pieces. He is also in his 16th season as a member of the Chicago Symphony Chorus, which includes

Jeran directs the Select Sound girls’ show choir and the Minstrel Magic mixed show choir. “We start our competition season in January and go through almost the end See CHOIRS, Page B6

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takes loads of volunteers. We have chair people of all of our committees though the parent/booster group. We try to make it a fun, educational experience, stress-free, and make it a great day for everybody.”

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Guest artist Yoko Reikano Kimura will perform on the koto, a traditional Japanese stringed musical instrument, with the Freimann Beethoven String Quartet, at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, March 9, at Rhinehart Recital Hall, IPFW. Adult admission tickets are $20 and are available by visiting or calling The Phil Box Ofﬁce at 481-0777, or online at fwphil.org, or at the door.

nine seasons as bass section leader. Skilled in languages, Rivera has been on the faculty of several colleges and universities and frequently coaches German and Spanish among many others. He holds degrees from North Park University and Roosevelt University and has completed coursework for a doctorate in choral conducting from Northwestern University.

The title piece of the program, “Song of Destiny,” was composed by Brahms after reading a poem by Friedrich Hölderlin of the same title. The composer, whose natural inclination was toward melancholy, was enthralled by the poem’s contrast between those blessed to live in Elysium with those mortals who lived on See CHORUS, Page B7

Handbell group president to conduct in Fort Wayne About 60 Fort Wayne area handbell musicians are expected to participate in the Fort Wayne City Handbell Festival on Saturday, March 22. The joint concert begins at 4:30 p.m. at First Wayne Street United Methodist Church, 300 E. Wayne St. The public is invited. A free-will offering will be taken. Afdahl Lee Afdahl, the president of the board of the Handbell Musicians of America, will conduct. Co-chairs Tim Robison and Jane Snow began organizing the festival last fall. Robison is an organist and director of music at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Fort Wayne. Snow is a former local church handbell choir director and handbell clinician. Both worked on earlier Fort Wayne and regional handbell festivals, and decided to revive the tradition. “We started with just Fort Wayne, to create some interest,” Snow said. “There are a lot of new choirs, a lot of new directors, choirs that are having a rebirth.” “We’re trying to get local handbell ringers together. We haven’t done that for years,” Robison said. The Trinity English Lutheran Church handbell choir will present one number, and then Afdahl will conduct the entire group playing several numbers. The choirs have rehearsed the music in advance, and will rehearse together that day at the host church, beginning at 8 a.m. Afdahl’s commitment is a coup for the local festival, Snow said. Afdahl is the director of music and organist at First Presbyterian Church, Rochester, Minn., and has held that position since 1991. Afdahl has more than 40 years of experience in leading choral and handbell ensembles. He

Cast and crew wait beside the stage as Select Sound begins a rehearsal at Carroll High School. Thursday evening rehearsals are open to the community.

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University expands prior learning credits Huntington University Professional Programs is offering prior learning assessment to nontraditional students to accelerate the completion of their degrees. “We know that often our students come to us with more life experience than academic course completion,” said Tonya Horvath, assistant registrar for the program. “We provide the opportunity to use their professional experiences or certiﬁcations to earn college credit.”

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To tweet or not to tweet: that is the question. Whether to tweet, pin, post or blog, the world of social media can be confusing. To the rescue is Carson Sprunger, creative director for Clear Elevation in Roanoke. “Many businesses these days are overwhelmed with social media and understanding the medium is the ﬁrst step to reaching your target audience,” advises Sprunger. “The ﬁrst goal is getting people to talk about your company, but

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the Roanoke Chamber of Commerce at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 12, at the Roanoke Village Inn. He will address branding, social media and reputation monitoring. Also at the chamber meeting, Huntington County Visitor and Convention Bureau Director Tina Bobilyea will speak about the branding campaign for Huntington County and the new motto: “Do It Better.” Clear Elevation is at 314 N. Main St., Roanoke. For more information, email carson@clearelevation.com or call 672-5002.

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Barbecue beneďŹ ts therapeutic riding center At least four local chefs will present their individual interpretations of a country barbecue at a May 2 fundraiser at the Cottage Event Center. The event begins at 6 p.m. Tickets are $12 per adult, $8 for ages 6-10, and free to age 5 and under. Get tickets at the door. The band Autumn Grey will entertain. Proceeds support services offered at Oak Hill Farm therapeutic riding center in Roanoke. Brenda Stoffel, the director of Oak Hill Farm, is a Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship Internation-

al-certiďŹ ed riding instructor and a hospital medical technologist. Since 2005, Oak Hill Farm has helped more than 350 children and their families discover their potential with therapeutic horseback riding. Therapeutic riding is designed to help individuals with disabilities to improve muscle control and coordination. For more information and photos, visit oakhillfarm.org, or Facebook.com/oakhillfarm. â€œAll of the proceeds from this fundraising event go to the cost of student lessons, internships with the universities,

and for the special-needs equipment,â€? Stoffel said. â€œWeâ€™ve managed over the last seven years to not have to raise our prices through our fund-raising events.â€? Chefs will represent Shigs in Pit and Granite City Food & Brewery in Fort Wayne and Good Grains Gluten Free Bakery in Roanoke. Stoffelâ€™s son, chef John Christlieb, will represent Prairie Pure Pork, of Huntington. â€œMy son and I both have a passion for food, and we decided it sounded like a lot of fun to get several chefs who shared a common appreciation for whole foods,â€?

Stoffel said. Christlieb once worked at the riding program at Oak Hill Farm, as did Stoffelâ€™s two other children. Christlieb has been a chef for 15 years, and graduated from Auguste EscofďŹ er School of Culinary Arts, in Boulder, Colo. He will return home for the beneďŹ t. Oak Hill Farm is at 4983 E. Station Road in Roanoke. Call 672-8199, or email oakfarm49@yahoo.com. The Cottage Event Center is at 9528 U.S. 24 North, in Roanoke. Call 414-2015, or visit cottageeventcenter.com or email cottageevents@aol.com.

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Carroll Classic Invitational Carroll High School, 3701 Carroll Road, Fort Wayne. Middle school competition, 7 p.m. Friday, March 14. Tickets are $5 at the door. High schools, Saturday, March 15. Preliminary competition 8 a.m., ďŹ nals 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 for either session or $15 for both. Carrollâ€™s girlsâ€™ choir will perform in exhibition at 11 a.m., and the mixed choir will perform in exhibition at 11 p.m., just before the ďŹ nal awards. For the full performance schedule, visit nacs.k12.in.us/ Page/3278.

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Band returns for Boys & Girls Club fundraiser Press the Glass will perform at a March 15 fundraiser for the Huntington Boys & Girls Club. The Indianapolis rock ‘n’ roll cover band will perform at Cottage Event Center, 9528 U.S. 24 North, Roanoke. Tickets are $10 and can be obtained at the Boys & Girls Club, at Good Grains Gluten Free Bakery in Roanoke, or by calling the Cottage Event Center at 483-3508. Tickets also can be purchased using PayPal at cottageeventcenter.com. Besides being a fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Club, the evening marks the second anniversary for the Cottage Event Center. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the band takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. Oley’s Pizza will be on sale by the slice. A cash bar will be available.

features Mark Bailey on lead guitar and vocals, and Terry Carmony on the blues harmonica. The Huntington Boys & Girls Club is in the middle of a $3.5 million capital campaign to build a new facility at their current East State Street location. The new facility will be known as The Parkview Boys & Girls Club of Huntington.

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The 2013-14 Bishop Luers High School Minstrels will be hosts to 19 other high school during the 40th annual show choir invitational Saturday, March 8. The competition begins at 8 a.m. and runs until 7 p.m. The evening competition begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are sold at the door. Tickets are $10 for the day show or the evening show, or $15 for all day. Luers is at 333 E. Paulding Road. under. Carry-outs will be available. There will be homemade scalloped potatoes and desserts, applesauce or coleslaw, green beans and bread. Proceeds beneďŹ t Hope Ministries (Tri-County Ministries), Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts, and the youth mission trip. Mardi Gras Extravaganza. Indiana Tech Law School, 1600 E. Washington Blvd. 6:30-11:30 p.m. $50 per person. The Junior League of Fort Wayne will unveil its future community impact statement. The event will feature heavy hors dâ€™oeuvres, a cash bar, live and silent auctions and live entertainment. Buy tickets at ďŹ‚fw.org, by calling 425-3447, or by emailing ofďŹ ce@jlfw.org. Funds raised will be used to further JLFWâ€™s mission. Summer job fair. Fort Wayne Childrenâ€™s Zoo, 3411 Sherman Blvd., at Pavilion 1 in Franke Park. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The Fort Wayne Childrenâ€™s Zoo and Service Systems Associates, the zooâ€™s food and retail partner, will accept applications for about 75 seasonal positions to serve more than 500,000 annual zoo guests. Job openings include guest service positions at the food concessions, gift shops, admission gate, rides, and operations support. All openings are temporary, seasonal positions, ranging from 15 to 40 hours per week during the zoo season (mid-April through mid-October). For more information, visit kidszoo.org. Applicants may download applications in advance at kidszoo.org/about-the-zoo/employment-opportunities/ and bring them to the job fair. Interviews will be held during the job fair as time and capacity allow.

SUNDAY, MARCH 9 The Toledo Symphony Orchestra. Niswonger Performing Arts Center of Northwest Ohio, 10700 Ohio 118 South, Van Wert, Ohio. 3 p.m. The concert features the works of Rodgers and Hammerstein. Regional guest vocalists â€” tenor Jake Wilder and soprano Mary Ann Falk â€” are featured. Tickets are $20 and are on sale through the Niswonger box ofďŹ ce,

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THURSDAY, MARCH 13 Holocaust lecture. The University of St. Francis, Brookside Ballroom. 7 p.m. Free. The Department of Philosophy and Theology and the School of Arts and Sciences invite the public to hear Jeannie Opdyke Smith tell the story of her mother, Irene Gut Opdyke. A Polish Catholic during World War II, Opdyke rescued Jews during the Holocaust. Decades later, she was named by the Israeli Holocaust Commission as one of the Righteous Among the Nations. Brookside Ballroom is next to Mirror Lake on the universityâ€™s main campus, 2701 Spring St. For more information, contact John Bequette at 399-7000, ext. 8122, or jbequette@ st.edu.

FRIDAY, MARCH 14 Book signing. Pathway Community Church, 11910 Shearwater Run. 7 p.m. Huntertown author Karen Yorio will sign copies of â€œThe Shelf,â€? which joins Kate Banister as she begins her journey on moving day, separating from her husband of 18 years. For more about the author and her book, visit karenyorio.tateauthor.com. Fish fry. Bishop Luers High School Cafeâ€™, 333 E. Paulding Road. 4:307:30 p.m. $8 for adults, $5.50 for ages 6-11, free for ages 5 and under. Drive-through and carry-out available. Meal includes ďŹ sh, slaw, applesauce, potato, roll, dessert and beverage. Cheese pizza is available. Proceeds will help buy a new washing machine for the athletic department.

SATURDAY, MARCH 15 Fort Wayne Farmersâ€™ Market. Lincoln Financial Event Center, 1301 Ewing St. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free admission. Enter from Douglas Street, near Harrison Street. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free admission. The winter market will be held the ďŹ rst and third Saturdays, from October through May. The market features more than 40 vendors. More than half of the booths will offer items from the â€œfarm category,â€? which comprises fresh local meats, freerange eggs, and products such as organic or chemical-free honey, maple syrup, wine, locally roasted coffee and plants. Watch the calendar for special cooking demonstrations. For details, visit ftwaynesfarmersmarket.com. â€œJim Hensonâ€™s Dinosaur Train Live: Buddyâ€™s Big Adventure.â€? Niswonger Performing Arts Center of Northwest Ohio, 10700 Ohio 118 South, Van Wert, Ohio. 3 p.m. Little Buddy is a proud Tyrannosaurus Rex, living happily in the Pteranodon family next. But what happens

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when he grows up? The show explores that adventure. Tickets range from $12 to $27, and are on sale through the Niswonger box ofďŹ ce, (419) 238-6722, or NPACVW.org. The box ofďŹ ce is open noon-4 p.m., Monday through Friday. The fun goes beyond the show. Guests will have an opportunity to meet the characters after the show and capture a memorable picture. Also, as a sweet reward, all ticketed patrons will be entered to win a Dinosaur Train-theme cake from cakecrazy, in Van Wert. 2D Mixed Media with Susan Kline. The Art Farm, 17612 N. County Line Road E., Spencerville. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $75. Includes all materials, including the canvas. Maximum of 12 participants. Kline, an award-winning artist, brings her sense of humor and creative expertise to guided participants through the process of creating their own mixed media work of art. Kline has authored a number of how-to books on the creative arts. All materials, including the canvas will be provided. For more information, visit artfarmindiana.com. Former hurler visits. Hotel Fort Wayne, 305 E. Washington Center Road. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is free. There is a charge for autographs. Former Major League pitcher Denny McClain will sign autographs in conjunction with a monthly sports card and collectibles show. Superhero training. Dupont Branch Library, 536 E. Dupont Road. 10:30 a.m. Make your own superhero cape, create your superhero identity and complete the superhero training obstacle course. Garage sale. St. Joseph-St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School, 2211 Brooklyn Ave., at Brooklyn and Hale. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Clothing, toys, kitchen and household items, linens, furniture and more. The sale beneďŹ ts an eighthgrade class trip to Chicago.

SUNDAY, MARCH 16 Black-and-white ďŹ lm. The Embassy Theatre, 125 W. Jefferson Blvd. 8 p.m. â€œRobin Hoodâ€? (1922), an action adventure starring Douglas Fairbanks. Clark Wilson accompanies on the Grand Page Pipe Organ. Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for children 12 or younger with valid student ID. Tickets are on sale through Ticketmaster.

MONDAY, MARCH 17 The Peopleâ€™s Parade. Deer Park Irish Pub, 1530 Leesburg Road, at Spring Street. 5:30 p.m. For 17 years, Deer Park Irish Pub has led The Peopleâ€™s Parade, possibly the worldâ€™s shortest St. Patrickâ€™s Day Parade. Though the time is set later for those who want to come after work, the pub will be running a contest throughout the weekend giving the best excuses for not working on St. Patrickâ€™s Day. Friday night features the tapping of the green keg, Irish trivia and live music with Dan Dickerson of Harp Condition. Saturday offers an afternoon of cornhole, cards, Irish games and two bands: the lively jazz-infused rock of the Wickersham Brothers followed by acoustic and Irish music with Fat Turtle Trio. Sunday is Family Day for Saint Patrickâ€™s celebrations featuring brunch with Raginâ€™ Cajun serving Irish food with a twist of Creole and St. Pet-Tricks with the SPCA. Families can bring their pets to compete with adoptable pets in a trick competition and costume contest. Dance Tonight Fort Wayne will teach the Irish jig and a couples dance (no partner required) followed by live acoustic Celtic music with Knotwork. Most activities are outside under the big tent. Monday is highlighted with traditional corned beef sandwiches, a keg toss competition, the annual Shamrock Sprint race, and the Peopleâ€™s Parade. The local classic rock band Scratch N Sniff will perform after the parade. Admission all weekend is free and tent activities are for all ages.

TUESDAY, MARCH 18 Kingstonâ€™s Taste of Waynedale. Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 1819 Reservation Drive. 4:30-7 p.m. $15 per person in advance or $20 the

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day of the event. RSVP by March 14 to 747-1523 or cgarrison@kingstonhealthcare.com. Proceeds beneďŹ t Community Harvest Food Bank and Fort Wayne Trails Waynedale Initiative. Twenty-ďŹ ve vendors have committed to participate. The silent auction will feature about 60 items. Kingston Residence sponsors the event, which is in a new location this year. Over the ďŹ rst ďŹ ve years, Taste of Waynedale raised $38,000 for charity. SCORE monthly meeting. Indiana Institute of Technology, 1600 E. Washington Blvd. 9 a.m.-noon. Business meeting at 9 a.m., IRS tax update at 10 a.m. The Service Corps of Retired Executives offers free, conďŹ dential mentoring, coaching and counseling services to existing, new and future businesses. Anyone interested in becoming a counselor or engaging in SCORE activities is invited to visit or to visit fortwayne.score.org.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19 Volunteer Kick-off. Alzheimerâ€™s Association of Greater Indiana-Fort Wayne, 6324 Constitution Drive. 5:30-7 p.m. Learn more about volunteer opportunities with the 2014 Walk to End Alzheimerâ€™s. RSVP to Julie at (800) 272-3900, or email jtutwiler@alz.org by March 17. The walk will be Sept. 20 at Headwaters Park. For details, contact Jutwiler. Antiques auction. YWCA Northeast Indiana, 1610 Spy Run Ave. 5-7 p.m. Wine and horsâ€™ doeuvres will be servd. RSVP by March 14 to Sue Hiatt, SHiatt@ywcaerew.org, or call 424-4908, ext. 254. Space is limited. For information on item preview days, a list of items, and other event details, visit ywca.org/120Auction. The 120 Auction celebrates the YWCAâ€™s 120 years of service to northeast Indiana. All antiques auction will have connections to Fort Wayne history, YWCA history and womenâ€™s history. The event includes a silent auction, live auction and online auction.

THURSDAY, MARCH 20 AARP educational presentation. Community Foundation, 555 E. Wayne St. 2 p.m. No charge. Allen County Chapter 187 of the AARP will hear a presentation by Curt Sylvester, the program chair of the Allen County Genealogical Society of Indiana Inc. Sylvester will discuss â€œPreserving Your Familyâ€™s Heritage: A New Look at Genealogical Research.â€? Learn simple, easy and fun ways to preserve your life story for your descendants and learn how to research your ancestors. All community members over 50 are invited and encouraged to participate.

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Casino night. Bishop Luers High School, 333 E. Paulding Road. Doors open at 5 p.m., and games begin at 6:30 p.m. $20. Hosted by the athletic and performing arts departments. For additional information, contact the Athletic OfďŹ ce at 456-1261, ext. 3020. Educational program. Victory Noll Campus, 1900 W. Park Drive, Huntington. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $20 fee included continental breakfast and lunch. Register by March 14 at olvm.org. The full title of the program is â€œHuman TrafďŹ cking Through the Eyes of Adolescents; The Intersection of Human TrafďŹ cking, Abuse and the Foster Care System.â€? This program will provide community members, activists and religious and secular human service providers a deeper understanding of how adolescents are drawn into trafďŹ cking rings of sexual exploitation.

Merge Christian singles group. Taylor Chapel United Methodist Church, 10145 Maysville Road. 6-11 p.m. This nonproďŹ t organization holds a potluck dinner, games and a disc jockey for dancing, plus ice-breakers to allow Christian singles of all denominations to get together. Events are held the last Saturday of each month. Locations vary. Casino Night/Texas Hold â€˜Em Tournament. Monroeville Park Pavilion, 421 Monroe St., Monroeville. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Free admission. All proceeds beneďŹ t St. Rose School. To reserve a seat or for more information, email asimshauser1@frontier.com. Fort Wayne City Handbell Festival. First Wayne Street United Methodist Church, 300 E. Wayne St. The ďŹ nal concert is at 4:30 p.m. Admission is free and the concert is open to the public. A free-will offering will be taken. More than 60 handbell musicians from throughout Fort Wayne will participate. The guest conduct is Lee J. Afdahl, the director of music and organist at First Presbyterian Church, Rochester, Minn. Afdahl has more than 40 years of experience in leading choral and handbell ensembles. He is a frequent conductor and clinician for handbell conferences, choral workshops and church music conferences in the United States and internationally. Book signing. Parkview YMCA, 10001 Dawsons Creek Blvd. 1-3 p.m. Huntertown author Karen Yorio will sign copies of â€œThe Shelf,â€? which joins Kate Banister as she begins her journey on moving day, separating from her husband of 18 years. For more about the author and her book, visit karenyorio.tateauthor.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 23 â€œThe Church Basement Ladies: A Mighty Fortress is Our Basement.â€? Niswonger Performing Arts Center, 10700 Ohio 118 S., Van Wert, Ohio. 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Take a trip to 1960 for the fourth installment of the Church Basement Ladies. Tickets are on sale, ranging from $25 to $40. For more information and to order tickets online, visit npacww.org. Box ofďŹ ce hours are noon-4 p.m. Monday-Friday; call (419) 238-6722. â€œThe Beautiful Freak Show.â€? Calhoun Street Soups, Salads & Spirits, 1915 S. Calhoun St. 6-9 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the door, or $10 in advance ordered by March 20. Kids 12 and under are admitted for $5. To order â€œwill callâ€? tickets to pick up at the door, visit ďŹ fthfreedom.org and click the â€œDonateâ€? button. Fifth Freedom is a grass-roots, cross-disability organization dedicated to removing the physical and social barriers that often hold people with disabilities hostage to poverty, isolation and underachievement. The Beautiful Freak show is an evening of provocative performance including singing, dancing and fancy footwork with ďŹ re. The event also stars comedy magician Doug Schmidt and local musicians. In addition, a silent auction will feature a Colts team-signed football, gift certiďŹ cates, specialty items from local businessses, theater tickets and more. For more information on the event and the organization, visit ďŹ fthfreedom.org.

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Submit Community Calendar items Publicize your event through InFortWayne.com and Times Community Publications. Submit your calendar entries online, or email gsnow@kpcmedia.com, or call (260) 426-2640, ext. 321. Please submit your items by March 27 to be considered for publication in the April 4 edition of the Aboite & About. TUESDAY, MARCH 25 Fort Wayne Womenâ€™s Midday Connection. Orchard Ridge Country Club, 4531 Lower Huntington Road, Fort Wayne. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $15.50. This monthâ€™s program is by Vanessa Lauritsen of Consider it Done, who will help with any chore you have. Reservations due by March 18 to Meridith at (260) 672-3414. Free childcare available. Sponsored by Stonecroft Ministries.

THURSDAY, MARCH 27 History Tour. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Settlers Inc. will host a history tour of the Allen County Courthouse and the Thomas and Lucy Swinney House. $25 per person; transportation is not included. The event begins with a tour of the Swinney House located at 1424 W. Jefferson Blvd. Parking is free at the Swinney House and the ďŹ rst ďŹ‚oor is handicap accessible. Luncheon will be served by Settler members. Guests will depart from the Swinney House after lunch and meet at the Allen County Courthouse, 715 S. Calhoun St. Member and educator Linda Huge will be the tour guide. Reservations are ďŹ rst-come, ďŹ rst-served. Reservation and payment must be received by March 18. Call (260) 492-8584 for registration information. Proceeds from this event support the Historic Swinney Homestead. For more information, visit settlersinc.org. Settlers Inc. reserves the right to alter or cancel this event at any time.

FRIDAY, MARCH 28 Fish fry. Fort Wayne Sport Club, 3102 Ardmore Ave. 4:30-7 p.m. $8 for adults; $4 for children 6 to 10; free to ages 6 and under. All-you-can-eat ďŹ sh, baked potato or scalloped potatoes, coleslaw, applesauce, roll and butter, and dessert. Full-service bar available.

SATURDAY, MARCH 29 â€œHMS Pinafore.â€? Niswonger Performing Arts Center, 10700 Ohio 118 S., Van Wert, Ohio. 7:30 p.m. This comedic opera is crewed by the New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players. Tickets are on sale ranging from $22 to $37. For more information and to order tickets online, visit npacww.org. Box ofďŹ ce hours are noon-4 p.m. Monday-Friday; call (419) 238-6722. Bizetâ€™s â€œCarmen.â€? Embassy Theater, 125 W. Jefferson Blvd. 8 p.m. Tickets start at $17. Georges Bizetâ€™s music for his opera â€œCarmenâ€? is full of contrast between intense passions and more light-hearted writing inďŹ‚ected with alluring melodies in the Spanish idiom. The Fort Wayne Philharmonic will perform this Masterworks series program under the direction of Andrew Constantine. Tickets can be purchased by calling 481-0777, online at fwphil.org, or at the Embassy box ofďŹ ce. For more information about the program, the artists and the series, visit fwphil.org. Mosaic workshop. The Art Farm, 17612 N. County Line Road E., Spencerville. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $110 for both days, Saturday and Sunday, March 29 and 30. Includes all materials. Maximum of 10 participants. On Saturday, learn the technique of adhering found materials, including pottery shards, dinnerware, game chips, stones, buttons, etc., onto a

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THURSDAY, APRIL 3 TinCaps opening day. Parkview Field, 1301 Ewing St. 7:05 p.m The Fort Wayne TinCaps begin their 2014 season with a home game, against the Great Lakes Loons. Opening night is also a Thirsty Thursday, with $1 beer specials and feature postgame ďŹ reworks, one of 30 such shows during the 2014 season. Visit the Parkview Field Ticket OfďŹ ce or call 482-6400. The home stand continues at 7:05 p.m. Friday, 5:05 p.m. Saturday and 3:05 p.m. Sunday.

SATURDAY, APRIL 5 Fort Wayne Farmersâ€™ Market. Lincoln Financial Event Center, 1301 Ewing St. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free admission. Enter from Douglas Street, near Harrison Street. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free admission. The winter market will be held the ďŹ rst and third Saturdays, from October through May. The market features more than 40 vendors. More than half of the booths will offer items from the â€œfarm category,â€? which comprises fresh local meats, freerange eggs, and products such as organic or chemical-free honey, maple syrup, wine, locally roasted coffee and plants. Watch the calendar for special cooking demonstrations. Spring beer tasting. Parkview Field, 1301 Ewing St. 4:05 p.m. Fans can enjoy baseball, beer, and an all-you-can-eat meal, during a TinCaps game for $40. The ticket price includes an hourlong beer tasting and two beer vouchers, a unique TinCaps beer glass, and a ticket to that nightâ€™s game at Parkview Field. Beers from both local and national brewers will be available, including a variety of seasonal options. The all-you-can-eat meal is served in the Ortho Northeast Treetops in right ďŹ eld. The event includes exclusive door prizes from the distributors and the TinCaps. The beer tasting is 4:05-5:05 p.m., with the meal from 4:30 p.m. through the seventh inning. Game time is 5:05 p.m. Tickets are limited. Call Austin Allen at 407-2824, or email Allen@TinCaps.com. Other beer tastings are planned at 6:05 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, and 6:05 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20.

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Heartland will present a Celtic music celebration a full day ahead of St. Patrickâ€™s Day. The music begins at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, March 16, in the auditorium of the Allen County Public Library in downtown Fort Wayne. Heartland will present the inspirational music of both the modern and ancient Celtic traditions. Tickets for â€œA Celtic Celebrationâ€? are on sale by phone at 436-8080, or at heartlandchorale.org.

FRIDAY, APRIL 11 Singer Matt Walch. Cottage Event Center, 966 Locust Drive, Roanoke. Doors open 6:30 p.m., and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. Hear the threetime winner of the Top Gigmasters Big Band Singer Award. His performances have taken him to New York, Chicago, Scottsdale, Ariz., Palm Springs, Calif., and Boston. Tickets are $10. Buy tickets online at cottageeventcenter.com. Or, call 483-3508.

FRIDAY, APRIL 18 Fish fry. Fort Wayne Sport Club, 3102 Ardmore Ave. 4:30-7 p.m. $8 for adults; $4 for children 6 to 10; free to ages 6 and under. All-you-can-eat ďŹ sh, baked potato or scalloped potatoes, coleslaw, applesauce, roll and butter, and dessert. Full-service bar available.

SATURDAY, APRIL 12 â€œBeethovenâ€™s Fifth Symphony.â€? IPFW Auer Performance Hall, 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd. 8 p.m. Tickets start at $17. Possibly the most recognizable musical phrase throughout the entire world opens the beginning of Ludwig van Beethovenâ€™s Symphony No. 5. The Fort Wayne Philharmonic will perform this Masterworks series program under the direction of Andrew Constantine. Tickets can be purchased by calling 481-0777, online at fwphil.org, or at the Embassy box ofďŹ ce. For more information about the program, the artists and the series, visit fwphil.org.

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