Excerpts from The Towne Crier
The Towne Crier is published every Thursday. Copies
can be found at the reception desks in both buildings.
Philharmonic
We will attend three Fort Wayne Philharmonic concerts
this month. The first is a Pops concert on Saturday, March 6,
featuring Peter Nero. " A two-time Grammy winner, with more
than 60 records to his credit, Peter Nero defines just what Pops
shows are all about. Over the past forty years, Peter Nero has
excelled as a classical piano wizard, film and television composer,
jazz pianist, and conductor. His unique appreciation for classical
and jazz traditions is unparalleled, and he creates masterful
interpretations of popular songs with a classical style."
Then, we will attend two masterworks concerts. The first is on
Saturday, March 13; Jean-Philippe Collard, pianist, will play
selections by composers Berlioz, Saint-Saens, and Ravel. The last
concert of the month is Saturday, March 20. This concert is simply
called "Carmen" - a semi-staged version of Bizet’s
classic opera of love and betrayal. Guest soloists will sing leading
roles with the Philharmonic Chorus and full orchestra. What a
great evening! Departure for all concerts is 7:15 pm.
Civic
We will attend the Civic performance of "Driving
Miss Daisy" Friday, March 19 at 7:17 pm. Winner of the 1998
Pulitzer Prize and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best off-Broadway
Play, this is a warm hearted study of the unlikely relationship
between an aging white Southern lady and a proud black man. The
place is the deep south, the time 1948. As the play ends, Hoke
has a final visit with Miss Daisy, now 97. It becomes clear they
have more in common than they ever believed possible.
Cookie Sale
Just in case you missed the first chance to buy Girl
Scout cookies, and for those of you who have eaten all yours;
we have scheduled another opportunity for you to get cookies.
Brownies will be in Towne Hall Tuesday, March 2 at 4:00pm to sell
their delicious treats.
Speaker
Our Wellness Educational Speaker for this month is Holly
Snow. Holly is a graduate of the University of St. Francis, with
an Associates Degree in science as a Physical Therapist Assistant,
and also a graduate of the Regional College of Massage Therapy.
She will be in Towne Hall to talk about the benefits of message
for the elderly. Please feel free to bring along any personal
questions you may have for her.
Candle Making
A representative from Settler’s Inc will be in
Towne Hall Friday, March 5 to demonstrate the art of making candles,
as well as provide us a with a little history on this ancient
craft. We will then have the opportunity to make our own candles.
This will take a little time and patience, as the candles will
have to be dipped several times. It’s great fun, and you
will love your finished product.
Dinner Out
Per resident request, there will be a chance to dine
out twice this month. The first will be Monday, March 8 to Flanagan’s
" Where everyday is a celebration of fantastic food, frolicking
fun, and friendly faces." Not only is the food excellent,
but this Irish restaurant is all decked out for St. Patrick’s
day, and the atmosphere is filled with excitement. We always go
to Flanagan’s in March, and we always have a wonderful time.
Next, we will try our luck with Triangle Park again on Tuesday,
March 30 (we were snowed out last time).. The food is excellent,
and the menu features a wide variety of choices - something for
everyone. This fine Hall’s restaurant is one of everybody’s
favorite.
Lunch Out
Lunch out this month will be to The Mandarin on Dupont
Road, Friday, March 19 at 11:15 am. Some of the residents have
requested that we visit this fine Chinese restaurant, and it has
come highly recommended.
Travelogue
Murray Bair will be in Town Hall Thursday, March 11 at
2:30 pm to present another of his beautiful travelogues. This
time Murray will be showing us his slides of Florida, and for
those of you who haven’t heard by now, Murray’s slides
are absolutely beautiful and certainly worth seeing.
Tour
Our rescheduled tour of The Allen County Court House
is for Friday, March 12 at 1:30 pm. . The court house is beautiful,
and we will learn all about the restoration and remodeling that
has recently been finished. Please be sure to sign up for this
tour, as it is an excellent one.
Party! Party!
"Everyone’s Irish on St. Patrick’s Day!"
Legend has it that St. Patrick drove the snakes from Ireland,
thereby causing a national day of celebration. That day has become
truly international, as it has followed the sons and daughters
of the Emerald Isle wherever they have settled. In our country,
it is the one day when we’re all a little Irish. Join us
in Towne Hall Wednesday, March 17 at 2:30 pm for a Towne House
celebration of this holiday. There will be green beer and appetizers
for you to enjoy, with entertainment provided by the very talented
Marilyn Minard.
Meeting
Book of the Month Club will meet Thursday, March 18 at
2:30 pm in Towne Hall.
Recital
Mary Roth’s piano students will hold a recital
in Towne Hall Saturday, March 20 at 1:30 pm. Residents are invited
to attend and enjoy the music of these students.
Performance
The Suzuki Violin Students will be in Towne Hall for
a program on Thursday, March 25 at 7:00 pm. The children are incredibly
talented, and we have always enjoyed their performances at The
Towne House. They love the opportunity to play here, so please
come to Towne Hall and show them your appreciation.
Celebration
Do you think that if we have a party called "Spring
Fling" that it will bring the warm weather sooner? Well,
that’s what we’re doing on Wednesday, March 31 at
2:30 pm. Join us in Towne Hall to celebrate the coming of Spring
and, hopefully warm weather. There will be delicious treats for
you to enjoy, and entertainment will be provided by The Northen
Notes.
