On December 15th the children from the First United Methodist Church Preschool located at 113 W. Central Ave in Van Wert presented “A Christmas Celebration”. The children worked hard learning songs, poems and dances celebrating the birth of Jesus to perform for their families. For more information about the FUM Preschool contact Administrator April Ellerbrock…
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Oakwood Girl Scouts Spread Christmas Cheer
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On Thursday Oakwood Girl Scout Troop 20523 led by Amanda Shaffer and Lori Mobley went out into the Oakwood/Charloe area to spread some Christmas cheer. They sang some Christmas carols and delivered goodies they made & items they collected. Pictured left to right are Ashleigh Densmore, Kristy Boecker, Lacie Shawver and Nicole Mobley in the…
Bags of Christmas spirit given by Christ’s Starfish Foundation for patients at Lutheran Children’s Hospital
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Friday, December 16th at 2:00 p.m., Christmas bags packed full of gifts were generously given to Lutheran Children’s Hospital from Christ’s Starfish Foundation. In preparation for Santa’s visit to Lutheran Children’s Hospital on Christmas morning, the gift bags were delivered a little early so every pediatric patient in the hospital on or near Christmas…
Santa Claus Came to Town
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Santa Claus rode into Grabill on Saturday, December 17 on the back of the old Fire Department Truck. This year Santa and his helpers gave away Snickers and oranges from the Grabill Chamber of Commerce and books from the Allen County Public Library. All of this took place in front of the Grabill Hardware.
Christmas Lights Up Antwerp
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Antwerp officially opened up the Christmas season this year on Thursday, December 1st at the Green Way Park next to the Antwerp City Hall. The recently rebuilt tennis court was the stage for the high school concert and show choirs to perform for all who came down to see the tree -lighting cermony, and get…
Woodburn to Celebrate The Christmas Season With A Lighted Parade
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There’s definitely a chill in the air…so we’re thinking about the annual Woodburn Lighted Christmas Parade! Mark your calendars once again for what has become a family tradition for many people in our community — the parade begins at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 14, 2016! Since the first year, the parade has quickly grown…
Christmas in the Park
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“Christmas in the Park” Saturday, November 26 & Sunday, November 27 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Franke Park, 3411 Sherman Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN; FREE Admission and refreshments Activities for the Entire Family: Delight in horse-drawn wagon/carriage ride – 26th 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. & 27th 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Experience the “Streets…
Christmas Giving @ Vantage
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It’s not just about what is taught in the classroom. “Life” lessons are a huge part of what Vantage stands for and does throughout the year, and especially at Christmastime. Here are just a few examples to warm your heart on these cold days… There will be lots of smiles on the faces of local…
A Holiday Challenge
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The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck When we think of the holidays this time of the year, we envision warm homes filled with laughter, good food, and loved ones. However, for some people the holidays just exacerbate their problems. They fail to see the joy when they are suffering on a daily basis. While it…
What Christmas Means To Me – Stan Jordan
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What Christmas Means To Me By: Stan Jordan I have always been a Christmas guy, as far back as I can remember, it was a very happy time. The Christ Child, church, the programs, Santa Claus, and the phrases about peace and good will toward all men. I still love the Christmas carols and winter…
Christmas Wishes Filled at Paulding’s Food Pantry
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This time of year can be one of the most difficult for many families. Funds can run tight trying to get friends and family what they want and maybe there isn’t enough left over for basic necessities like food, let alone gifts. There are groups who come through and work hard to ensure that people…
VAN WERT AREA COMMUNITY CONCERT BAND TO PLAY AT MARSH AUDITORIUM
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The Van Wert Area Community Concert Band (VWACCB), under the direction of band director Richard Sherrick, will be presenting a free Christmas concert for the entire Van Wert community at the Marsh Foundation School Auditorium located at 1229 Lincoln Highway in Van Wert on December 21st at 7:00 p.m. Each year, the VWACCB travels to…
“‘Tis the Season…” – Crystal Rider
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“Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.” – Norman Vincent Peale It’s that time of the year again, when as you drive in the evening you can see houses lit up with Christmas lights. Some might have only a small candle or two in their windows…
