KPC Media Family Magazine - March/April 2012

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Life Steps
6- 7 EXPECTING
Women should start folic acid in teens
8 BABIES | 0- 1 YEARS
Vision exam at 6 months beneficial
10 TODDLERS | 1- 3 YEARS
Kindergarten brings mixed feelings
12- 13 TYKES | 4- 8 YEARS
Special projects for special students
14- 15 PRETEENS | 9- 12 YEARS
Start early to determine your diploma
20- 21 TEENS | 13- 18 YEARS
Safe dates keep them a priority
6- 7 EXPECTING
10 things you need to know
about birth defects
16- 18 COVER STORY
What one mom has learned from
Down syndrome and Rett syndrome
14 TYKES | 4- 8 YEARS
Art projects for
special kids
Special features, tips and more
15 Book full of science experiments for beginners
22 CASA Palooza to have county fair theme
23 Chicken, rice dish is low calorie
25- 26 CANI Early Head Start: Hope, help for underser ved
27 Children First Center partners with parents
28 How to have a healthier Easter basket
31 Author to speak about cerebral palsy
32 Lighter take on fun meal: popcorn chicken
Teachable moments
5 POOPED- OUT PARENT PAGE
Have fun and get it all done
Humor Helps
19 FUNNY THINGS KIDS SAY
Local fami li es share
thei r funny stori es
Calendar
29- 31 FAMILY EVENTS
Acti vi ti es for you
and your fami ly
Read how Boston, left, and Brooklyn, ri ght, have forever
changed the li fe of Kelly Butler for the better. Pages 16-17.
ON THE COVER >>>
CONTENTS >>>
This is a very special issue because for the first time our cover story focuses on
children with special needs. March is National Developmental Disability Awareness
Month. People of all ages with special needs are everywhere. Sometimes you know an
individual has special needs and sometimes the special part is completely hidden
until you get to know the person better.
It is important as a society that we show compassion toward those with both visible
special needs and those that exist beneath the surface, like autism, anxiety and
attention disorders. Almost
every person has a friend or
family member who knows
of someone with special
needs that are not obvious to
the human eye.
In the broadest sense of
the word, no child is more
special than another child.
Every child is a wonderful
and miraculous creation.
However, our culture has
adopted the term special
needs to describe children
that may need extra help
with reaching their full
potential.
Thank you to Kelly Butler,
the mother of two special
needs children, for sharing her insights in our cover story.
Also thank you to our 2012 Friends of the Family. Some of them are beginning
their third year as supporters and others are new Friends, starting with this issue.
The Friends of the Family keep this magazine free and also enable us to provide free
subscriptions by mail to people living in the 16-county greater Fort Wayne area. To
sign up visit fwfamily.com.
Enjoy your family!
Volume 7, Issue 2
March/ April 2012
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children. Every child is unique. Please consider
your childs individual development and needs
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and may not be applicable to all children. We
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Welcome
to our March/April issue!
<<< LETTER FROM THE EDI TOR
CHAD KLI NE
BOSTON, LEFT, AND BROOKLYN,
ri ght, are the speci al
chi ldren of Kelly Butler of Angola, author of thi s i ssues
cover stor y.
Grace Housholder
Editor, graceh@fwfamily.com
CHAD KLINE >>>
Kline works for the
Noble County Sheriffs
Department as a
dispatcher, and is a
member of the
Corunna Volunteer Fire
Department. He also
takes photos for KPC
Media Group. He can be reached at
ckline@kpcnews.net.
MARCH, APRI L CONTRI BUTORS >>>
ERI N DOUCETTE
Doucette i s the presentati on edi tor for KPC Medi a Group, leadi ng desi gn and layout
for several of i ts publi cati ons. She, her husband, Stephen, daughters Ella, 4, and Eva, 2,
li ve i n Hunter town. Her blog can be read at fwfami ly.com. She can be e-mai led at
eri nd@fwfami ly.com.
ETHAN KLI NE
>>>
Kline is a fifth-grader
at South Side
Elementar y,
Kendallville. He loves
art, music, science and
building things with anything he can get his
hands on.
I NGRI D
LOCHAMI RE
>>>
Lochamire is a
freelance writer living
in LaGrange County.
She has homeschooled
her four sons and is a
volunteer with Elijah Haven Crisis
Inter vention Center. Contact her at
ialochamire@gmail.com.
DR. MI CHELLE
FRYE
>>>
Fr ye works at Vision
Source Innovative
Eyecare in Auburn
and Garrett. Contact
her at 925-1916 or
mlfr ye2020@yahoo.com.
LAUREN
CAGGI ANO
>>>
Caggiano works for
CANI as public
education & outreach
coordinator, based in
Fort Wayne. Contact
her at office 399-4109
or 760-8924 or visit canihelp.org.
<<<
JANE HERSEY
Hersey is national director of
the Feingold Association and
author of W hy Cant My
Child Behave? A former
teacher and Head Start
consultant, she has testified
before the National Institutes
of Health, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and
Congress about ADHD and diet. Online:
feingold.org
<<<
TROY GANSER
Ganser i s the di rector
of The T.A.G. Ar t Co.
He li ves i n For t Wayne
wi th hi s wi fe, Apri l,
and four chi ldren. He
has been a professi onal
ar ti st and teacher for
over 20 years. He can
be reached through tagar tcompany.com
or i n the offi ce at 456-6999.
<<<
KELLY BUTLER
Butler of Angola works
from home as the family
support and event coordi-
nator for Girl Power 2
Cure Inc. She is the
mother of Brooklyn, 6,
who has Rett syndrome,
and Boston, 2, who has Down syndrome. Visit
them at bostonclarkbutler.blogspot.com and
brooklynbutler.blogspot.com.
<<<
KATE
COFFMAN
Coffman is the
program manager
for the College and
Career Counseling
(C3) initiative of the
Indiana Youth
Institute. C3 offers driveofyourlife.org and
triptocollege.org to explore career options
and college information.
>
>
>
success
W hen your 3-year-old desperately wants to
go swimming and you need to help your
mother, say no. Then say something like
this: I told Grandma that we would help her
mow her yard today. If we get dressed really
fast we can help Grandma AND go
swimming when we re done. Lets get going!
W hen your baby or toddler pulls your cats
tail, say no. Then say something like this:
W hen you pull on Buzzys tail it hurts him. If
you want to pet Buzzy you need to do it in a
kind way, like this. See, he likes this!
<<< POOPED- OUT PARENT PAGE
It could be more i mpor tant than sayi ng yes! Parents
don t li ke sayi ng the word no. Ki ds cer tai nly don t li ke
heari ng i t! But that ti ny li ttle word i s a great bi g
power ful tool for Pooped-Out Parents.
Sayi ng no from ti me to ti me, begi nni ng when your
chi ld i s a baby, wi ll help you to set li mi ts i n your fami ly.
Heari ng the word no wi ll teach
your chi ld to manage hi s desi res
so that, someday, he can
do i t hi mself!
H A V E F U N A N D G E T I T A L L D O N E !
H8 saying no?
Want more i deas?
Vi si t before5.org
W hen your 5-year-
old uses colorful
language that he
heard on the
playground, say
no. Then say
something like this: I
know that other
people use those
words, but in our
family we dont talk
like that! Please dont
use those words
again.
No No
No Time
No Way
Many people have little or
no correct knowledge about
birth defects. Here are 10
things you need to know.
1)
Birth defects are common.
Birth defects affect 1 in 33
babies every year and cause 1 in
5 infant deaths. For many babies
born with a birth defect, there is
no family history of the
condition.
2)
A woman should take
folic acid during her teens
and throughout her life. Because
half of all pregnancies in the
U.S. are not planned, all women
who can become pregnant
should take a vitamin with folic
acid every day. Folic acid helps a
babys brain and spine develop
very early in the first month of
pregnancy when a woman
might not know she is pregnant.
3)
Many birth defects are diagnosed after a baby
leaves the hospital. A birth defect can affect how
the body looks, how it works, or both. Some birth
defects like cleft lip or spina bifida are easy to see.
Others, like heart defects, are not.
4)
Some birth defects can be diagnosed before
birth. Tests like an ultrasound and amniocentesis
can detect birth defects such as spina bifida, heart
defects or Down syndrome before a baby is born.
Prenatal care and screening are important.
10 things
you need to
know about
birth defects
H E A L T H Y B A B I E S
A woman should
take folic acid
during her teens
and throughout
her life. Because
half of all
pregnancies in
the U.S. are not
planned, all
women who can
become pregnant
should take a
vitamin with folic
acid every day.
Nat ional Birt h
Defect s Prevent ion
Net w ork

See HEALTH page 7
5)
Birth defects can greatly affect the
finances not only of the families
involved, but of everyone. In the U.S.,
birth defects have accounted for more than
139,000 hospital stays during a single year,
resulting in $2.5 billion in hospital costs
alone. Families and the government share
the burden of these costs. Additional costs
due to lost wages or occupational limita-
tions can affect families as well.
6)
The cause of most birth defects is
unknown. Use of cigarettes, alcohol
and other drugs, taking of some medicines
and exposure to chemicals and infectious
diseases during pregnancy have been linked
to birth defects. Researchers are studying the
role of these factors, as well as genetics.
7)
A woman can take some important
steps before and during pregnancy to
help prevent birth defects. She can take folic
acid; have regular medical checkups; make
sure medical conditions, such as diabetes, are
under control; have tests for infectious
diseases and get necessary vaccinations; and
not use cigarettes, alcohol or other drugs.
8)
The best way to keep an unborn baby
safe from infections is for a pregnant
woman to wash her hands often, especially
after using the bathroom; touching raw
meat, uncooked eggs or unwashed vegeta-
bles; handling pets; gardening; or caring for
small children.
9)
There is no known safe amount of
alcohol or safe time to drink during
pregnancy. Fetal alcohol spectrum
disorders are a group of conditions that
can occur in a person whose mother
drank alcohol during pregnancy. These
effects can include physical problems and
problems with behavior and learning
which can last a lifetime.
10)
An unborn child is not always
protected from the outside world.
The placenta, which attaches a baby to the
mother, is not a strong barrier. When a
mother uses cigarettes, alcohol or other
drugs, or is exposed to infectious diseases,
her baby is exposed also. Healthy habits
like taking folic acid daily and eating
nutritious foods can help ensure that a
child is born healthy.
EDITORS NOTE: More information is on
the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention website cdc. gov/pregnancy
or call your state or local health depart-
ment.
The above facts were developed in
partnership with the National Birth
Defects Prevention Network.
From Page 6
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According
to the
American
Optometric
Association, a
childs first eye
examination is
recommended
at 6 months of
age. This is
especially
important in a
child who has special needs. Research has shown
that children with special needs have higher rates of
vision problems. These problems can affect their
visual development, function and performance.
Some of the problems that may be faced are
uncorrected visual impairment, strabismus (the
turning inward or outward of the eyes), and poor
use of the eyes together in order to read properly.
These problems can be treated with glasses and/or
vision therapy. Glasses can be prescribed for full
time wear or part time depending on what the
impairments are. Vision therapy consists of
improving a childs visual function and performance
that cannot necessarily be corrected with glasses or
contacts.
A thorough eye examination includes testing to
see how well the child sees (visual acuity), their
focusing ability, how well the eyes are aligned, how
the eye muscles are functioning, how farsighted or
nearsighted they are, how well they can perceive
objects in their side vision, and also the overall
health of the eyes.
There is a multitude of different ways to test a
childs vision even if they are non-verbal or have
difficulty communicating. There are some adapta-
tions to the examination room that can be made to
accommodated wheelchairs if need be.
Diagnosing and treating visual impairments at an
early age can have a profound impact on how a
child with special needs can interact and learn in
their world.
Vision
exam at
6 months
beneficial
H E A L T H Y B O D I E S
Diagnosing and
treating visual
impairments at
an early age can
have a profound
impact on how
a child with
special needs
can interact and
learn in their
world.
By Dr.
Michelle Frye

BY ERIN DOUCETTE
Wow, the cliche is right. Time flies
when you have kids.
It seems like it was just yesterday we
were trying to figure out how I would
return to work after maternity leave
when my baby would not take a bottle.
No matter what we tried, our sweet,
stubborn little baby just refused to drink
from any of the many varieties of bottles
we bought (one even looked identical to
a breast), even if the bottle had breast-
milk in it.
But we finally worked out a plan. I
would just have to leave work several
times a day to go nurse her.
It ended up being perfect. It cut the
pain of leaving my tiny newborn all day
long while I was at work. I got to
snuggle with my baby. And it was pretty
great that we never had to buy formula
for her.
Now were approaching Ellas first
year of kindergarten. For the first time,
Ella wont be at my side for five whole
days each week. It makes my eyes sting
just thinking about it.
But we never really questioned
whether kindergarten was right for her.
Shell be 5 a whole six months before
school starts. She knows her letters well.
Shes even getting good at sounding out
words. She has her dads brain.
Other parents have made me question our
decision though. Many parents of boys say theyre
holding them back a year, since boys mature slower at
this age. Or some parents are doing half days to ease
their child into this transition.
But with a half day Ella would miss music and art
in the second part of the day. Theres nothing she
loves more than art. And Ellas preschool teacher
agrees shes absolutely ready.
I also think that my 2-year-old and I are going to
have that time together that Ella and I used to have.
We used to go to storytime every single week. Not
only that, but she had my undivided attention. Now
its a rush of getting Ella to preschool, picking her up,
entertaining and helping both all day long.
I just hope its like that first day of preschool for
Ella. Shes wasnt the kid crying in the corner when
her parents left. She was the one who couldnt wait to
play with everything and meet her new friends. I
dont think she even looked back at me. She has really
changed from that little newborn who couldnt go
without me for more than a few hours.
Just dont look directly at me on her first day of
kindergarten. She may be ready, but Im not sure I am.
I may be that mom in the corner crying.
Kindergarten brings mixed feelings
For the first time,
Ella won t be at
my side for five
whole days each
week. It makes
my eyes sting just
thinking about it.
Erin Doucet t e
T R A N S I T I O N S
EVA, 2 , AND ELLA, 4 ,
dance around thei r ki tchen. Ella wi ll star t ki nder-
gar ten i n the fall.
Special projects for
special students
C R E A T I V E K I D S
BY TROY GANSER
Ive had a lot of fun over the years working
with just about every kind of student from pre-
school to retiree, from experiential-level classes to
honing a skill to achieve a personal goal. In each
of the various experiences, Ive always wanted the
student to focus on their own abilities and
progress and to keep it fun. After all, if its not
fun, whats the point?
In my experience with special needs students,
See ART page 13
Collages, clay
and shavi ng
cream drawi ngs
are good
acti vi ti es that
i nspi re creati vi ty
and fun
Ive found a few low-muss, low-fuss projects that are
always a hit.
COLLAGE:
Various colors of construction paper, a
glue stick and thou! Discuss the theme and the
elements and set aside one larger piece (white is
common and a versatile foundation) for the
background. Tear up other colors into as-small-as-
they-can pieces a little goes a long way and make
sure theres no strong breeze in the room! Let the
student do all the tearing and positioning. If they need
help pasting, youre the assistant. If they can handle
scissors, let them cut instead of tearing but keep
the pieces small. The project can transpire over one
session or as-many-as-they-like for success.
CLAY!
Theres no wrong answer here. See who can
make the longest worm. Whos the champion
smoothest sphere maker? Pinch off small pieces and
use the rest as the meteor that wipes out the dinosaurs
the small pieces are the dinosaurs. Boys LOVE that
one.
CLEAN UP:
This is a dual-purpose exercise. Shaving
cream makes for a fun drawing medium. It can be
colored to use as finger painting, and the more they
work with it, the cleaner their hands (and the table)
become. Everyone will be silky-smooth at the end of
art time!
A wonderful complement to these or any other
medium youd like to explore is music. Creative
movement is an art in itself. When in doubt, let them
express themselves with movement. Play different
forms of music or keep it classical ( no need to worry
about lyrics that way) or simply have it in the
background while you work. With the right selection,
the environment becomes richer and focus is impacted
in a positive way. And dont just fall on the Mozart
crutch. Chopin, Bach, Beethoven many composers
will enrich your own classical knowledge as well.
On a related note, these experiences also work well
with students who would like to hone fine-motor
skills or strengthen their grip those in occupational
therapy, the aged, even those who want to develop
their creativity holistically. Similar to playing an
instrument, two-handed activities engage both sides of
the brain and aid in ones path towards eclecticism.
Above all, enjoy yourself!
From Page 12
ART
All they need are the
tools to get there.
These resources are online and totally FREE!
Explore different career paths. Prepare for
career training or college. Plus students and
parents can network and stay up-to-date on
the latest college and career planning news
via Trip To College on Facebook.
TripToCollege.org DriveOfYourLife.org CCC OOOOfff fff
nd us on facebook:
facebook.com/triptocollege
BY KATE COFFMAN
In todays economy students need some
education or training after high school. The options
include a traditional four-year college degree, a two-
year community college degree, a one-year certifi-
cate, an apprenticeship or even military service.
Regardless of their plan, students need to be
academically prepared to succeed. That preparation
includes getting the right high school diploma, of
which Indiana offers four a General Diploma,
Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core
40 with Technical Honors. Requirements for these
diplomas can be found at Indiana Department of
Education (DOE) website doe.in.gov. Changes to
the requirements will be implemented this fall.
All students are encouraged to pursue at least a
Core 40 diploma. It is the minimum requirement for
admission to most colleges in Indiana, though many
of the schools prefer students who earn the more
challenging Core 40 with Academic Honors or Core
40 with Technical Honors. To earn a Core 40
diploma, a student must take eight credits of
English (a credit can be considered equal to a
Start early to determine
your diploma
E D U C A T I O N
While Indianas
honors diplomas
require strong
grades, students
should set good
grades as a goal
regardless of their
career track.
Kat e Coffman
REQUI REMENTS FOR THE FOUR DI PLOMAS

Indi ana hi gh schools offer can be found at Indi ana Depar tment of Educati on (DOE) websi te
doe.i n.gov, featured above.
See DIPLOMAS page 15
<<< BOOK REVI EW
semester), six credits of math, six credits of
science, five credits of directed electives
(languages, fine arts, career and technical
education), two credits of physical
education, one credit of health and wellness,
and six credits of electives that relate to a
students college and career aspirations. The
requirements for math and science are quite
specific. The DOEs website provides more
details, and students also can learn more
about the requirements from a school
counselor.
The Core 40 with Academic Honors
diploma requires students to complete the
Core 40 requirements, but adds coursework
in math, languages and fine arts. It also
requires some college level coursework,
taken at the high school, that results in
students earning college credit. Academic
Honors students must maintain a B or better
grade point average, have no grade lower
then a C in courses required for graduation
and earn specific scores on the SAT or ACT
placement tests.
The Core 40 with Technical Honors
provides an intriguing option for students
who are interested in pursuing careers in a
science, math or technology field or who
wish to obtain a trade or certificate program
after graduation. As its title suggests,
students must meet the Core 40 require-
ments, plus additional coursework in math
and languages. A career technical program,
as well as an internship or approved
industry-based work experience also must
be completed. Students must maintain a B
average and receive no grade lower then a C
in required courses.
While Indianas honors diplomas require
strong grades, students should set good
grades as a goal regardless of their career
track. To learn more about graduation
requirements and college admission
standards visit TripToCollege.Org.
From Page 14
DIPLOMAS
This is an educational book by Mad
Science that I
would strongly
recommend to all
ages. I used this for
my fifth-grade
science project.
Science lover?
This book is
packed full of all
types of experi-
ments. It is a key resource for beginner
scientist starting out their first science
project. This book contains all kinds of
charts and graphs anyone can follow.
Beginner of the scientific method? No
problem, this book has a general science
method section that carries a step by step
tutorial.
ETHAN KLI NE, 1 0 , FI FTH- GRADER AT
SOUTH SI DE ELEMENTARY
Book full of science
experiments for beginners
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COVER STORY >>> <<< COVER STORY
Two special children
Around this time I connected with the
Girl Power 2 Cure organization at gp2c.org.
The other Rett Moms that I met through
GP2C changed my life! I cannot stress the
importance of connecting with other special
needs moms. Because of these women, my
sadness turned to strength, my hate into
hope, and my anxiety into advocacy.
I am now the family support and event
coordinator for GP2C and have the honor of
communicating daily with hundreds of
other Rett syndrome families nationwide. I
have even had the honor of meeting dozens
of girls with Rett. These girls inspire and
motivate me to continue on with our fight
to cure Rett syndrome. Today Rett syndrome
is poised to be the first CURABLE neurolog-
ical disorder, a day I often dream about!
My second special love entered this
world 10 weeks early, weighing only 2.3
pounds, and fighting for his life. I remember
the doctor telling me that he would not be
crying and possibly not breathing when he
was delivered. However, my little Boston
came out screaming, proving doctors wrong
from day one! Unfortunately, he was battling
necrotizing entercolitis, necessitating
emergency surgery for a bowl obstruction. A
hole in his heart was also discovered during
his 80 days in the NICU. He was a fighter.
No doubt about that.
I did not experience the typical Down
syndrome birth. My little guy was so tiny; he
did not have the prominent features at first.
He was actually 7 weeks old before Trisomy
21 was suspected by members of the
nursing staff and genetic testing completed
to confirm the diagnosis. I would be lying if
I said I took this news calmly, gracefully. I
did not. I fell to my knees, using the last
breath left in me to scream and then ran out
of the NICU to gather my composure.
This news did not make me love him any
See SPECIAL MOMMY page 18
Resources for
special Hoosier
mommies:
ABOUT SPECI AL KI DS
(ASK):
ABOUTSPECI ALKI DS.ORG
The place for families (and
professionals) in Indiana to
go to ASK questions
about children with special
needs and to access
information and resources
about a variety of topics
such as health insurance,
special education,
community resources and
medical homes.
I N* SOURCE:
I NSOURCE.ORG
This organization is key in
assisting families as they
navigate the education
system for their children.
The mission of
IN*SOURCE is to provide
parents, families and
service providers in
Indiana the information
and training necessary to
assure effective
educational programs and
appropriate services for
children and young adults
with disabilities.
KELLY BUTLER S BLOG
Brooklyn, Boston and I
would love to hear from
you!
Stop by their blogs to
learn more or to leave us
a message: brooklyn-
butler.blogspot.com and
bostonclark-
butler.blogspot.com
h e l p m o m g r o w , f i n d n e w p a t h
BY KELLY BUTLER
Y
ou can often learn a lot about a person by their email
address. My e-mail address? specialmommyx2 Thats me!
I am a special mommy of two.
The first special love of my life is Brooklyn. She is 6 and has
Rett syndrome, a debilitating movement/neurological disorder that
predominantly affects females. Although Brooklyn was born with Rett
syndrome, she was a typical baby girl. We did not see signs that
anything was wrong until about 18 months. At that time, my
beautiful baby girl started losing her ability to walk, stand or even
crawl. She continued to regress to the point where she could no
longer speak or use her hands to feed herself and play with her toys.
By age 3 she was completely dependent on others for almost every
aspect of her life.
I cannot stress
the importance
of connecting
with other
special needs
moms. Because
of these
women, my
sadness turned
to strength, my
hate into hope,
and my anxiety
into advocacy.
Kelly But ler
CHAD KLI NE
less in fact, if possible I now loved
him more. It was just unexpected
like so many diagnoses can be for
families. It was then I became special-
mommyx2.
Since this was my second experi-
ence, I got connected immediately. A
representative of the DSANI/Down
Syndrome Association of Northern
Indiana (dsani.org) came to visit us
before we even left the hospital! She
brought Boston some toys and lots of
literature for me as well. What a great
organization! I also contacted the folks
at Down syndrome Indiana
(dsindiana.org). They sent me a couple
of books that have been very helpful as
well. The good thing about Down
syndrome is that there is a huge
network of families online and it is not
as rare as Rett so it was easier to track
down other families and resources.
It is funny, I often think of the hours
I spent reading What to Expect When
Youre Expecting along with your
typical child raising books and the
truth is you can never know what to
expect ever. I never thought I would
be picking out orthotics, feeding tubes,
and wheel chairs instead of ballet shoes
and bicycles. The truth is, that hurts
sometimes. I would be lying if I said
Rett syndrome and Down syndrome
have not changed my life, they have for
sure. No mother wants to see their
children suffer or struggle in any way
and if I could take away their pain, I
would! However, I have not changed
them they have changed me.
Because of them
I am a better mother, daughter, sister
and friend;
I am more patient, understanding,
and loving;
I laugh more and take joy in the
little things;
I have found my voice to educate,
advocate and fight for their needs;
I am a SPECIAL mommy times
two!
From Page 17
SPECIAL MOMMY
COVER STORY >>>
Because of them
I am a better mother,
daughter, sister
and friend
I am more patient,
understanding,
and loving
I laugh more and take
joy in the little things
I am a SPECIAL
mommy
times two!
Kelly Butler
CHAD KLINE
HUMOR
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Readers, if you have a true funny kid
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or e-mail me at graceh@fwfamily.com.
BY GRACE HOUSHOLDER
Jessica, 4, had a favorite Spiderman
bowl. Her mother told her she needed to
put it in the sink. Jessica chose the exact
same moment her mother was putting the
turkey in the sink. The turkey fell on the
bowl and broke it. Her mother was really
upset because she knew it was Jessicas
favorite dish. But Jessica patted her
mother on the hand and said, Its OK,
Mom. Accidents happen.
ROSE AND JON HILL (PARENTS OF
JESSICA) OF AUBURN
Caden, 4, likes to send email birthday
cards to friends and relatives and he knows
how to do it himself. In December he
decided to make a birthday card for Jesus.
W hen he finished he asked his mother,
Courtney, to show him how to send it UP!
SUZANNE ZUEHSOW (GRANDMOTHER
OF CADEN) OF LAOTTO
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W hen their oldest son was 9, he and
Nancy were doing dishes one day and
somehow the topic of how babies are
born arose. After the discussion he said,
Oh! So thats how dads got involved! I
always thought it was just God
and moms!
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W hen Joes mother was pregnant people kept asking him, Are you getting a little brother or a little
sister? W hen the baby was born they took Joe, not quite 3, to the hospital to see the baby a little
girl. Joe took a look at his little sister and started running down the hallway. W hen Rose asked where
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BY INGRID LOCHAMIRE
One in 5 high school students
reports being physically and/or sexually
abused by a dating partner. One in 3
teenagers reports knowing a friend or
peer who has been hit, punched,
kicked, slapped, strangled or physically
hurt by their dating partner. At least 80
percent of teens regard verbal abuse as
a serious issue for their age group.
Half of parents of teenagers admit they
have not talked to their child about
dating violence.
Liz Claiborn Inc. has taken the
initiative since 1991 to educate the
public about teen dating violence. Here
are 10 warning signs that your teen
may be involved in a violent or abusive
dating relationship ( from
loveisnotabuse.com) :
YOUR TEEN:
Apologizes and/or makes excuses
for his/her partners behavior.
Loses interest in activities that
he/she used to enjoy.
Stops seeing friends and family
members and becomes more and more
isolated.
Casually mentions the partners
violent behavior, but laughs it off as a
joke.
Often has unexplained injuries or
the explanations often dont make
sense.
THE PARTNER:
Calls your teen names and puts
him/her down in front of others.
Acts extremely jealous of others
who pay attention to your teen.
Thinks or tells your teen that you,
the parent( s) , dont like them.
Controls your teens behavior,
checking up constantly, calling or
V I O L E N C E I N D A T I N G
Safe dates keep them a priority
See AWARENESS page 21
Ten LaGrange
County teens have
come together to
present The
Outrage, an
ori gi nal drama
about vi olence i n
teen dati ng
relati onshi ps. Front
row from left, are
Eri ka Byler, Ki ska
Carr and Keenan
Crotty; standi ng
from left,
MacKenna
McGraw, Aver y
Gli ck, Robi n
Purlee, Kyle Baker,
Ki ersten Reeves
and Davi d Rogers.
N ot pi ctured i s
Bri auna W i sler.
More about the
play on Page 21.
For help
Tips for talking with
teens about dating
violence can be found
at startstrongteens.org.
Elijah Haven Crisis
Inter vention Center is
a not-for-profit agency
committed to
promoting peace and
nonviolence in the
home and community.
In 2011, Elijah Haven
ser ved more than 100
clients through
counseling and
support groups, as
well as legal, financial
and social ser vices
advocacy. The
agencys offices at
201 S. Detroit St.,
LaGrange, may be
reached at 463-8700.
PHOTO CONTRIBUTED
texting, and demanding to know who he/she has been with.
YOU:
See the partner violently lose his or her temper, striking
or breaking objects.
Helping our teens avoid violence and abuse in dating
relationships begins with talking to them about healthy
relationships in general before they begin dating. Parents
should become informed about the increasing pressures teens
face today regarding sex and drug use. Surveys show teens
want their parents to talk and to listen. Pay attention to what
is posted on social media your teen uses, such as Facebook,
MySpace, Twitter and YouTube. Be prepared to confront
inappropriate interactions in social media, as they can signal
or lead to violence and abuse in dating relationships.
Indiana is one of seven states with the strongest legislation
on teen dating violence in schools due to the implementation
in 2011 of Heathers Law, a state mandate that requires the
Department of Education to offer tools for addressing teen
dating violence in public schools.
Start Strong Indianapolis is one of 11 partner communities
across the country working together to tackle the issue of
dating violence. Start Strong, through Indiana University
Health, presents day-long workshops across Indiana to train
individuals in implementation of Safe Dates: An Adolescent
Dating Abuse Prevention Curriculum. Safe Dates is one
option presented in Indiana for addressing teen dating
violence.
From Page 20
AWARENESS
The Outrage
The Outrage is funded by grants awarded to Elijah Haven
Crisis Inter vention Center by LaGrange County REMCs Round-
Up initiative and by L.I.F.E. (LaGrange Independent Foundation
for Endowments). Ten teens from Lakeland, Prairie Heights and
Westview high schools and one homeschooler will present the
20-minute drama in convocations at the three county schools in
April and May. The performances are timed to coincide with
school prom dates. Sarah Rogers of LaGrange is director of the
powerful drama. The cast includes Robin Purlee and Aver y Glick
from Lakeland High School, Keenan Crotty, Kyle Baker, Erika
Byler, Kiersten Reeves and Briauna W isler from Westview High
School, Kiska Carr and MacKenna McGraw from Prairie Heights
High School and homeschooled senior David Rogers. The name
of the play is taken from the phrase If you re not outraged,
you re not paying attention. The drama has garnered numerous
awards.
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Find joy in being active
Your family may be like many so busy that we forget
to make having fun together a priority. Fun has many
benets, including helping individuals stick to new tness
habit. Adults and kids naturally love to move their bodies.
Incorporate fun and tness into your familys routine.
Here are tips to help you nd the right activity for you
and your kids.
If you need accountability and social interaction, try a
Zumba
, yoga or a spinning class.

If you like solo activities, try hiking, biking or swimming.
If you are coordinated and enjoy competition, try a
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or tennis.
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If you love fresh air, consider rollerblading, ultimate
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For more tips, visit kohlskids.parkview.com.
Nutrition contributes to Healthy Kids
Making good food choices is among the eight daily
habits that result in good health. Join Parkview dietitians
for hands-on activities about nutrition at the YMCAs
Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 22 at Parkview Field.
Bike safety information, inatable games, music and
interactive displays are included. This free event takes
place 1:30 4:30 p.m. See you there!
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3
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BY GRACE HOUSHOLDER
A county fair theme will put the focus
on fun at Northeastern Indiana CASAs
second annual Palooza fundraiser.
On Friday, April 20, beginning at 6 p.m.
at the Mid-America Windmill Museum, on
the east side of Kendallville, the county
fair will open its doors. Fairgoers will
visit food stations featuring the best of the
best from the five counties CASA serves,
according to Kristi Bachman, executive
director. In addition, there will be wine and
beer tastings and a silent auction. The three-
month lease of a red 2011 Chevy Camaro
SS convertible (courtesy of Shepherds
Buick-GMC) will highlight the live auction.
All of this is to raise funds to aid in the
continuation of CASAs mission of
advocating for abused, neglected and at risk
children involved in judicial proceedings in
LaGrange, Steuben, Noble, DeKalb and
Whitley counties.
We will have a short program that
evening to let everyone know of the great
things happening at northeastern Indiana
CASA, Bachman said. Our website has all
of the responsibilities and requirements of a
CASA volunteer; our newsletter, testimo-
nials, as well as our volunteer application.
The website is neincasa.net.
Tickets are $50 a person and may be
purchased by calling 866-636-6101.
The need in northeast Indiana is critical,
said Bachman. For 26 years, northeastern
Indiana court appointed special advocates
have provided a voice for powerless
children involved in judicial proceedings;
advocated for their best interests, and have
striven to improve their quality of life. But
the need for volunteers continues to rise.
CASAs operating revenue comes
primarily from courts, state funding, and
the United Way. But those funds are proving
to be insufficient.
While approximately 200 children are
currently being served by our program, we
also have 61 children who need someone to
speak up for them. Our program covers an
1,800 square mile radius, and our budget
does not begin to allow for the kind of
recruitment needed to bring about
awareness of what our mission is, and the
need for volunteers, said Bachman.
The money raised from this event will
help us to increase our recruitment and
training efforts, with the goal that each and
every child appointed to our program will
be able to have a voice.
See you there!
CASA Palooza to have county fair theme
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR >>>
BY ROCCO DISPIRITO
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carbohydrates of white rice, I replace it with
a product called Miracle Rice. This is a
variety of shirataki noodle, an increasingly
popular variety of ultra-low calorie noodle
with no calories, no fat, no carbs and no
sodium. If you cant find it at the grocer, it is
available online.
Chicken and Rice Jambalaya
Start to finish: 30 minutes
Ser vings: 4
4 large boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut
into 2-inch chunks (about 15 ounces)
Salt and ground black pepper
1/ 2 tablespoon olive oil
3-ounces chicken and turkey andouille
sausage (such as Applegate Farms), cut in to
1-inch slices
1 teaspoon adobo powder
1/ 4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
1 1/ 2 cups chopped yellow onions
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
2/ 3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
Two 8-ounce packages Miracle Rice, rinsed
1/ 2 cup canned black beans, drained
Season the chicken with salt and pepper. In a
large nonstick saute pan over medium-high,
heat the oil. Once the oil has started to smoke,
add the chicken. Brown the chicken for 2 to 3
minutes, turning the pieces once. Remove the
chicken from pan and add the sausage,
browning it for about 1 minute, turning the
pieces once.
Add the adobo and chili powder and cook for
30 seconds. Add the onions, then reduce heat
to medium-low and caramelize them slowly
until soft and browned, about 6 to 8 minutes.
Add the peppers and garlic and cook until
soft, about another 2 minutes.
Add the browned chicken, broth, Miracle Rice
and black beans. Simmer, uncovered, over
medium to low heat for about 5 minutes, or
until the chicken is cooked through and the
sauce is slightly thickened.
Nutrition information per serving (values are rounded to the nearest whole number):
233 calories; 8 g fat (30 percent calories from fat) (2 g saturated); 103 mg cholesterol;
13 g carbohydrate; 28 g protein; 4 g fiber; 862 mg sodium.
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BY LAUREN CAGGIANO
Community Action of Northeast Indiana
Inc. prides itself in catering to the individual
needs of families, rather than a cookie-cutter
approach. Home-based case management
programs like Early Head Start are one way
the agency helps the under-served in the
community, including Burmese families.
Allen County is home to more than
4,000 Burma-born residents, who are
dependent on the network of social services
in Fort Wayne. CANIs Early Head Start
program has one home visitor, Khaing Oo,
solely dedicated to serving Burmese families.
Khaing is currently responsible for a
caseload of nine families, with 10 children
total.
Khaing and her family were Burmese
refugees in Thailand. She follows the same
model for the home visit as her peers, but
tweaks it to meet the needs of the Burmese
families by conducting the home visit in
their native tongue. Another point of differ-
ence is the imminent needs of the Burmese
community. According to Khaing,
transportation and interpretation services are
at the top of the list.
Language is the biggest barrier, she
said. They need to learn English, but
without reliable transportation it is hard to
become assimilated in the community.
Khaing says the programs home-based
nature makes it especially appealing to the
Burmese.
To help alleviate the transportation issue
Khaing sparingly distributes bus passes for
necessary errands, such as going to the
grocery or doctor. She also helps them read
the bus schedule and learn how the bus
system operates. That way they can go into
the community and become more confident
in their language abilities. To assist with
language barriers, she will call the Medicaid
office for transportation and possibly get an
interpreter for medical appointments.
Families need to learn the basics before
they can survive, she said. There is a need
for education.
Khaing says Early Head Start is especially
beneficial to Burmese refugees due to its
focus on parenting skills. Often times the
Hope, help for under-served
C A N I E A R L Y H E A D S T A R T
See HEAD START page 26
<<< COMMUNITY SERVICE
THE GOAL OF
EARLY HEAD
START
i s to
break the cycle
of pover ty by
provi di ng
ser vi ces to
chi ldren from
low-i ncome
fami li es,
i ncludi ng the
Burmese. Khai ng
bri ngs toys and
other acti vi ti es to
engage and
sti mulate the
chi ldren duri ng
home vi si ts.
PHOTO CONTRIBUTED BY LAUREN CAGGIANO
Burmese parents lack basic knowledge most
American parents take for granted because
they lived in refugee camps in Burma, where
survival, not thriving, was the objective.
Early Head Start arms them with the
tools needed to succeed in child rearing. For
example, at a recent home visit Khaing
presented a handout with nutrition tips for
toddlers. She answers questions about child
development and other concerns.
Khaing says her job is to bridge the gaps
in service. That often means connecting the
families with other local agencies for
resources. According to Khaing, the reloca-
tion of Catherine Kasper Place is good news
for the Burmese community. Catherine
Kasper Place, formerly the Community
Resource Center for Refugees, connects
foreign-born, new arrivals with existing
community organizations, resources and
individuals.
The nonprofit has relocated its program-
ming office to 5919 Salisbury Drive, in the
Autumn Woods Apartment complex, joining
several other refugee-serving agencies in
offering neighborhood-based programs.
Services at this site began the first week in
January and include enhanced community
liaison assistance, job development training
and the Fresh Food Initiative.
Early Head Start home visitors reach out
to low-income expectant mothers and
parents of infants and children up to age 3.
CANI is the service provider for Allen,
Noble and Whitley counties. Garrett-Keyser-
Butler Communitys Head Start/Early Head
Start program serves DeKalb County.
For Early Head Start, the emphasis is on
child development, education, family self-
sufficiency and parenting. Fathers and male
role models in the home are encouraged to
participate in home visits. For pregnant
women, the focus is on maintaining a
healthy pregnancy. In addition, Early Head
Start is designed to ensure that every family
receives comprehensive health care,
including medical, dental, mental health,
nutrition and safety information and services
through either direct services or referrals.
Children also learn through gathering
with others in the program at play dates
twice a month. This is an opportunity to get
support and have discussions with other
parents. Families who are no longer eligible
for Early Head Start are encouraged to apply
for the Head Start program. Families must
be at or below 100 percent of the Federal
Poverty Guidelines to qualify for both
programs.
EDI TORS NOTE: For more information
visit canihelp.org. For information about
Early Head Start, visit ehsnrc.org.
From Page 25
HEAD START
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<<< CHILDREN FIRST
BY GRACE HOUSHOLDER
Founded in 1971, Children First Center, 1752 Wesley
Road, Auburn, partners with northeast Indiana parents who
want the best for their children.
Children First provides services for children, ages birth to
3, who are experiencing developmental delays. First Steps
services include service coordination, developmental,
physical and speech therapies and other special assistance
services.
Home visiting and other parenting
programs include early intervention
and therapy and family advocacy
( ages 0-3 with special needs) ; Healthy
Families ( supporting new parents,
Baby Steps which includes prenatal
support for pregnant moms) ; HOME
( reunification, supervised visitation,
family preservation) , community
training and parenting classes. All
programs include early literacy activi-
ties and information.
Redirecting Childrens Behavior is
a five-week course designed for
anyone who works with children of any age to learn why
children misbehave and how to redirect their actions.
Shaken Baby Training is offered in Noble, DeKalb,
Steuben and Whitley counties, with special emphasis on
parent groups, school groups, service and community
groups.
Children First staff can assist with Hoosier Healthwise
and HIP applications. To schedule an appointment, call
Theresa Dorais or Melinda Bowley at 925-3865 or 800-824-
2698.
Pat Zakula is executive director; Barbara Bazur is director
of Early Intervention Services; Jill Wagner is Healthy
Families program manager; and Kristina Brockhouse is
director of clinical services.
EDI TOR S NOTE: A longer version of this article appears at
fwfamily.com
Children First
Center partners
with parents
Cont act
PHONE: 925-
3865, toll fr ee
800-824-2698
EM AI L:
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Most parents would be shocked to learn
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from petroleum-based dyes linked with
hyperactivity, inattention and other
problems. My own daughters behavior was
helped by eliminating these additives.
European families have an advantage
over American ones in choosing healthier
candy, because most synthetically colored
foods sold in the European Union must now
carry a label warning that these dyes may
have an adverse effect on activity and
attention in children.
A highly-regarded study in a British
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synthetic food dyes can trigger hyperactivity,
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not just those with ADHD. This study
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hyperactivity.
Another major concern with synthetic
food dyes is cancer. Red No. 3 has been
shown to cause cancer and three other dyes
(Red 40, Yellow 5, and Yellow 6) are
contaminated with low levels of known
cancer-causing compounds, such as
benzidine.
What should you put in your childrens
Easter baskets?
Avoid candies containing the synthetic
dyes Blue 1, Blue 2, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Red
3, Red 40, Green 3 and Orange B.
Buy natural versions of delicious
candies like jelly beans, chocolate bunnies
and peanut butter kisses.
Include packages of heirloom flower or
vegetable seeds, which the children can
plant to emphasize the spirit of rebirth or
renewal.
Choose smaller treats.
Add some art supplies, such as crayons,
brushes, and watercolors, in order to
encourage creativity.
Include packages of dried pineapples,
figs, raisins, dates, 100 percent fruit roll-ups,
or homemade trail mix.
Include a new toy or book or stuffed
bunny or chick.
EDITOR S NOTE:
A longer version of this
article is at fwfamily.com. The Feingold Diet
eliminates synthetic food dyes, artificial
flavorings, and certain preservatives. More
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THURSDAY, MARCH 1
Home and Garden Show
11 a.m. to 9 p.m. March 1 - 2; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
March 3; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 4. Allen County
War Memorial Coliseum, Fort Wayne. The 39th
annual Fort Wayne Home and Garden Show. $10
admission charge. $2 off coupon in Jan/ Feb issue
of KPCs Family magazine.
Story time
1 p.m. March 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29, April
3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24 and 26. Carnegie Public
Library of Steuben County, 322 S. Wayne St.,
Angola. For preschool-aged children, 4 years old
and up.
Birthday Party for Dr. Seuss
3:30-4:30 p.m. Kendallville Public Library, ,
Kendallville. Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss! Celebrate
the birthday of this famous author and poet with
crafts, activities and snacks. Rooms A and B.
$1 Night at Botanical Conservatory
5-8 p.m. March 1 and April 5. Foellinger-Freimann
Botanical Conservatory. On the first Thursday of
the month, the Botanical Conservatory offers $1
admissions from 5-8 p.m. for adults and children.
Babies and up to age 2 are still admitted free.
Enjoy evening hours and a special discount once a
month. For more info, call 427-6440.
Maker Station Open House
5-8 p.m. Allen County Public Library (main branch),
900 Library Plaza, Fort Wayne. Stop by the Maker
Station located in the ACPL lot at Ewing Street
and Jefferson Boulevard for an open house. See
how creative people use a variety of tools to turn
ideas into reality. Visit tekventure.org for initial
access hours and Maker Member fees. Call 421-
1374 to schedule tour or appointment.
iPad Users Group
7 p.m. March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19 and
26. Kendallville Public Library, Kendallville. New
iPad users will discuss the use of apps and share
experiences with the powers and the problems of
the Apple iPad. Contact: Dr. Terry Gaff at
terrygaff@pol.net.
SATURDAY, MARCH 3
Prenatal Education
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. DeKalb Health, Auburn. Family
Birthplace at DeKalb Health Conf. Room, 2nd
floor, 1316 E. 7th St. Need-based financial
assistance. Registration required. Contact Julie
Wagner, 920-2780.
SUNDAY, MARCH 4
Noble Countys Got Talent
2 p.m. East Noble High School, Kendallville.
Twelve acts will highlight outstanding local talent.
Free admission. Free will offering will help support
Common Grace Ministries of Noble County and
the Friendship Food Pantry.
DivorceCare
6-8 p.m. March 4, 11, 18, 25 and April 1. Trinity
Church United Methodist, corner State and Rush
streets, Kendallville. Support group for those who
are divorced or separated. For more information
call 347-0056.
MONDAY, MARCH 5
Kendallville Chess Club
5-7:30 p.m. March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23
and 30. Kendallville Public Library, Kendallville.
Meets every Monday.
Breastfeeding Educatiion
6-8 p.m. DeKalb Health, Auburn. Need-based
financial assistance available. Contact Julie
Wagner, 920-2780.
TUESDAY, MARCH 6
Little River Ramblers
9-11 a.m. March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17 and
24. Eagle Marsh Barn, South Side Engle Road,
one-half mile east of W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort
Wayne. Meet at the Eagle Marsh barn, 6801
Engle Road, Fort Wayne, to explore the preserve is
interesting plants and wildlife. Sponsored by Little
River Wetlands Project. Free. Contact
info@lrwp.org or 478-2515 for information.
Story time
10 a.m. March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17 and
24. Carnegie Public Library of Steuben County,
322 S. Wayne St., Angola. For toddlers 12-24
months.
Prenatal Education
6-9 p.m. March 6, 20, April 3 and 17. Parkview
LaGrange Hospital, 207 N. Townline Road,
LaGrange. Prenatal education helps mother and
her support person explore physical, emotional and
social aspects of birth. Define needs and desires
by providing prenatal information, group activities
to promote learning and a demonstration of skills
useful during labor and birth. A tour of the Family
Birthing Center is included. Class size is limited to
ensure personal attention for each participant.
Early registration for all classes is recommended.
Call 463-9300 or toll free 877-745-4441, ext.
49300.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7
Dining with Diabetes Class
5:30-7 p.m. March 7, 14, 21 and 28. Noble
County Extension Office, 2090 N. S.R. 9, Suite D,
Albion. This class includes both technical informa-
tion about Diabetes delivered by a registered
dietitian, Sarah Sweitzer, and menu planning and
recipe ideas demonstrated by Janeen Longfellow.
jlongfellow@purdue.edu.
THURSDAY, MARCH 8
Bookfest
6-7:30 p.m. Carnegie Public Library of Steuben
County, 322 S. Wayne St., Angola. Family night
with games, activities, snacks, books, prizes. Come
Celebrate Dr. Seuss. Sponsored by the Early
Childhood Alliance. Online: steuben.lib.in.us.
SATURDAY, MARCH 10
Grandparents As Parents
10 a.m. March 10 and April 14. Grandparents As
Parents, 2690 C.R. 36A, Auburn. Grandparents
As Parents support group for grandparents raising
their grandchildren meets second Saturday at 10
a.m. at 2690 C.R. 36A in DeKalb County. Free
child care provided.
TUESDAY, MARCH 13
Book Buddies
6:30-7:30 p.m. March 13 and April 10. Kendallville
Public Library, Kendallville. Book Buddies in the Art
Gallery offers your child the opportunity to partici-
pate in a story time and skills focused stations
geared towards school readiness as well as offers
a parenting component with tips and tricks of the
trade. Youll take home a free book, too, and all
new books are available this year!.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14
Shots for Tots
1-4:30 p.m. DeKalb County Health Department,
220 E. 7th St., Auburn. Free infant/ child immuniza-
tion clinic. Requirements: infants to age 18. Shot
record. Must be accompanied by parent or legal
guardian.
THURSDAY, MARCH 15
Grains - A Great Start
4:30 p.m. Parkview LaGrange Hospital, 207 N.
Townline Road, LaGrange. Conference Rooms A/ B
Parkview LaGrange Hospital Doris Sandker,
registered dietitian at Parkview LaGrange Hospital,
and Debra Pontecorvo of the Purdue Extension
Office in LaGrange help you identify the health
benefits of eating breakfast and whole grains at
every meal. Learn to identify whole grain food items
from food labels and the value of fiber in your diet.
More events online at fwfamily.com.
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Light refreshments. Reservations recommended.
Call 463-9009.
SATURDAY, MARCH 17
Noble County Health Fair
7-11 a.m. Central Noble High School, Albion.
Purdue CES and Parkview Noble Hospital
sponsor the Noble County Health Fair. Low
cost/ free ways to check your health and obtain
health information.
Comedy Fundraiser
7 p.m. Central Noble High School, Albion. Studio
Christian Youth Center clean comedy fundraiser.
Comedians Craig Tornquist and David Dean will
perform their routines. Tickets at the door, $15
adults, $5 for kids 10 and under. Doors open at 6
p.m.
St. Patricks Dance
7:30 p.m. The Crosswalk, 466 Townline Road,
Ligonier. Noble House Ministries is planning a St.
Patricks Day Dance fundraiser at the Cross Walk
Building at Ligonier United Methodist Church.
Noble House Ministries provides emergency
shelter services for women, men, and children in
Noble County, as well as addiction recovery, job
opportunities and training for their clients. Food,
including some Irish specialties, will be served, and
entertainment will be provided by The Reunion
Band. Opportunities to win prizes in the Pot of
gold drawing, including a grand prize of $500
cash! Tickets are $20 each, or $35 per couple,
and are available from all Noble House board
members, as well as all Campbell & Fetter Bank
locations in Noble County. For more information,
call Nancy, 854-2577, or Deborah, 636-7160.
MONDAY, MARCH 19
Encourage, Empower and Enjoy the Autism
Spectrum
7-8:30 p.m. March 19 and April 16. Easter Seals
Arc, 4919 Projects Drive, Fort Wayne. Parents,
grandparents, teachers, professionals and others
wanting to learn more about autism are welcome.
Topics vary monthly. For more information contact
Susan Crowell at eeeautismspectrum@yahoo.com
or call 637-4409.
eeeautismspectrum@yahoo.com.
FRIDAY, MARCH 23
Indiana Homeschool Support Expo
5-9 p.m. March 23; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 24.
Grace Bible Baptist Church, 68080 Division St,
New Paris. info@inhss.net.
SATURDAY, MARCH 24
Building a Better Mouse Trap
2-4 p.m. Allen County Public Library, 900 Library
Plaza, Fort Wayne. Free workshop sharing tips and
techniques for building your Rube Goldberg-like
machine. Visit tekventure.org to learn all the details
about entering a team.
Community Harvest Gala 2012
5:30 p.m. Fort Wayne Marriott, 305 E. Washington
Center Road, Fort Wayne. Elegant dining and
cocktails with a live and silent auction to benefit
the hungry children, seniors and families of
northeast Indiana. Contact: Rebecca at 447-3696
or raurand@feedingamerica.org.
American Composers
8 p.m. March 24; 4 p.m. March 25. Fort Wayne
Museum of Art, 311 E. Main St., Fort Wayne. A
Lynne Salomon American Music Concert featuring
Heartland Sings choral masterworks by American
composers, old and new. March 24 at Fort Wayne
Museum of Art. March 25 at Saint Peters Catholic
Church. Info: HeartlandChoral.org or call 436-
8080.
TUESDAY, MARCH 27
Diabetes Alert Day
7 million Americans dont know they are predia-
betic. Know your risk! March 27 is American
Diabetes Association Alert Day. Take the free
Diabetes Risk test at stopdiabetes.com to learn
your chances of developing type 2 diabetes.
Become informed and help the American Diabetes
Association Stop Diabetes. Early intervention
through weight loss, increased physical activity
and lifestyle changes can lower your risk of
developing type 2. Visit stopdiabetes.com or call
800-DIABETES for more information.
Mobile Mammography
Parkview Physicians Group, 8175 W. U.S. 20,
Shipshewana. Francines Friends Mobile
Mammography. Many insurance plans accepted;
funding available to cover expenses for women
who do not have sufficient financial resources. Call
800-727-8439, ext. 26540 for an appointment.
Walk-in appointments may be available. A partner-
ship of the Parkview Comprehensive Cancer
Center, the Breast Diagnostic Center and
Francines Friends.
SUNDAY, APRIL 1
Civil War Days 150
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eckhart Park, 1500 S. Cedar St.,
Auburn. The DeKalb County Indiana Genealogy
Society will sponsor a Civil War Days 150 event,
commemorating the start of the Civil War in
America. The event will feature drills and firing of
weapons, camp inspections, camp life demonstra-
tions and re-enactors. Free admission.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11
The Adventures of the Magic Woods
1 p.m. April 11, 13-14, 18, 20-21; 2 p.m. April 15
and 22. Concord Mall, 3701 S. Main St., Elkhart.
Additional performances at 4 p.m. Wednesdays,
Fridays and Saturdays and 4:30 p.m. Sundays.
Marionette puppet stage production. The Holiday
show The Adventures Of The Magic Woods will
be followed by The Dragons Tale Of Camelot.
Admission is $5.
THURSDAY, APRIL 12
Legally Blonde The Musical
7 p.m. April 12-14; 2 p.m. April 15. East Noble
High School, , Kendallville. East Noble Theatre
presents the Tony award-winning Broadway
musical. Cole Auditorium box office: 347-7167,
open 4-6 p.m. Monday through Friday.
SATURDAY, APRIL 14
March of Dimes Walk
1 p.m. Eckhart Park, 1500 S. Cedar St, Auburn.
Check in begins at noon. Contact March of Dimes,
800-921-9255.
FRIDAY, APRIL 20
CASA Palooza
6 p.m. Mid-America Windmill Museum, Allen
Chapel Road, Kendallville. CASA Palooza second
annual fundraising event will have a county fair
theme. Many food stations featuring best of the
best from five counties; wine and beer tastings;
silent auction and much more to raise funds to aid
in advocating for abused, neglected, and at risk
children involved in judicial proceedings in
LaGrange, Steuben, Noble, DeKalb, and Whitley.
More info: neincasa.net.
SATURDAY, APRIL 21
KPC Community Garage Sale
Noble County 4-H Fairgrounds, Kendallville. KPC
Media Group Community Garage Sale supporting
Newspapers in Education. Dozens of vendors.
Admission donation helps provide free newspa-
pers in area school classrooms. Watch the
newspaper for details.
Chain Reaction Challenge
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Allen County Public Library, 900
Library Plaza, Fort Wayne. The theme for the 5th
Annual Chain Reaction Challenge is Somewhere
Over The Rainbow in the Great Hall of the
Downtown Allen County Library. Teams of up to six
invited to build a contraption that fits on either a 6-
foot table, or for novices a 3-foot table, and has
enough energy input/ output to move a golf ball 1-
inch. Each contraption will pull the string to start
the next contraption. Then the links will connect to
make one large Chain Reaction. Spaces limited,
guaranteed on a first-come, first-served basis so
grab your kids, co-workers, or friends and get
building. The Chain Reaction begins at 2 p.m. and
the Awards Ceremony kicks off around 3 p.m.
General public welcome at no charge.
CALENDAR
THURSDAY, APRIL 26
Adult Health Fair
8-11 a.m. Heimach Senior Activity Center, 1800 E. Seventh St., Auburn.
Co-Sponsored with DeKalb County Council on Aging. Contact Meg
Zenk, 925-3311 or mzenk@dccoa.net.
FRIDAY, APRIL 27
Tapestry A Day for You
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, Fort Wayne.
Celebrate the fabric of women in a day of inspiration, renewal and
education for women while raising funds for womens scholarships at
IPFW. Kendallville Mayor Suzanne Handshoe will discuss Breaking the
Mold at the breakfast program. Contact: 481-6834 or
tapestry@ipfw.edu or visit ipfw.edu/ tapestry.
SATURDAY, APRIL 28
Parkview Noble Hospital Rehab Bike Safety Rodeo
8:30 a.m. to noon. Parkview Noble Hospital, 401 Sawyer Road,
Kendallville. Parkview Noble Rehab parking lot. Bicycle obstacle course
teaches bike safety. Reservations required. Call 347-8824 or toll free at
888-737-9311, ext. 78824.
CALENDAR
INDIANAPOLIS The author of an award-winning
book about a little girl with cerebral palsy will be the keynote
speaker at the 2012 United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Indiana
Attitude Awards Dinner. Dr. Sharon Draper, author of Out of
My Mind, has a daughter, Wendy, with cerebral palsy.
Draper has been honored as the National Teacher of the Year
and is a New York Times bestselling author.
The fundraiser will be Sunday, March 10, at 6:30 p.m. at
The Childrens Museum of Indianapolis. March is National
Disabilities Month.
The awards dinner is also a chance to celebrate young
writers in Indiana who take on the issue of bullying. The
Attitude Essay contest was prompted by a letter written by a
Fort Wayne girl with cerebral palsy in 1993. She asked Santa
Claus for just one day at school when the other children
would not make fun of her. The essay contest for Indiana
elementary and middle school students is sponsored by the
United Cerebral Palsy Association and The Indiana
Governors Council for People with Disabilities (in.gov/gpcd).
For information about the dinner and the contest, contact
UCPAGI development director Brandi Linn at 317-809-7150
or brandil@ucpaindy.org or visit ucpaindy.org.
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