The Travels of Art Conner - "A Visit to Southwestern Africa"

Thursday, February 23 - 7 pm

Sponsored by David L. Mann CLU, ChFC, CFP, MSFS
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network

Hear first-person accounts of travels to South Africa, Namibia, Botswnan, Zambia and Zimbabwe.  The program will feature pictures and stories about the people, the land and of course, the animals!  Space is limited so make your reservations today by calling (260)563-2326 ext. 21.        

Life in China

Wed. March 7 - 7 pm

Presented by Manchester College Professors
John Planer & Janina Traxler

In 1988, John, Janina, and their two children moved to northeast China for a year. John taught music at the Shenyang Conservatory and Janina taught English and French at the Northeast Technical University. Their children were enrolled in Chinese public schools. Hear first-hand accounts of and view slides of their family experiences in Shenyang. You’ll also view Chinese musical instruments and hear examples of Han and Uyghur music. John is Professor of Music at Manchester College. He earned a PhD degree in musicology from the University of Michigan and teaches music history and world musics, plus introduction to the fine arts. Janina is Professor of French at Manchester College. She earned a PhD in French literature from Indiana University and teaches all levels of French, plus some literature courses in English.  Make your reservations today by calling (260)563-2326 ext. 21.        

Peru High School Art Collection - presented by Connie Cutler

Sunday, March 18 - 7 pm

Sponsored by Lowell and Carolyn Maxwell

Peru High School is home to an outstanding collection of original art including 138 paintings and prints, a stone sculpture, and 54 pieces of oriental ceramics, the oldest of which dates back to 215 B.C.  The collection includes works by artists including Milton Avery, William Merritt Chase, Jean Helion, Maurice Prendergast and Dale Bessire.  Connie Cutler, coordinator for Arts Alive! of Peru Community Schools, will give a presentation on the collection.  The Arts Alive! program focuses on utilizing the Peru art collection for the purpose of education and inspiration for students and the community.  Join us to learn more about the collection and its history.  Make your reservations today by calling (260)563-2326 ext. 21.        

Poetry Night

Thurs. April 12 - 7 pm

Corporate Sponsor: Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service Individual Sponsor: J.D. & Phyllis Downey

April is Poetry Month and The Honeywell House is hosting the third annual Poetry Night. Enjoy an evening of original poetry, verse written by family members, or favorites from the masters. Guests are invited to share poetic works. Students are welcome. If you have a favorite volume of poetry, bring it with you! Those interested in just listening are also encouraged to join us. The evening will be casual and relaxed, with refreshments served.  Make your reservations today by calling (260)563-2326 ext. 21.        

Katie Stam - Miss America 2009

Sun. April 15 - 2 pm

Corporate Sponsor: Joe Richter Family Dentistry and Hipsher Tool & Die

The 2012 Martha Jones Memorial Program will feature Katie Stam, Miss America 2009. The Seymour, Indiana native will recall her pageant experience and discuss her platform. Katie will be available for photos with guests.  Make your reservations today by calling (260)563-2326 ext. 21.        

Administrative Professionals Day Luncheon

Wed. April 25 - 11:30 am

Treat your office staff to a special lunch served on Mrs. Honeywell’s collection of antique china and silver. The cost of $18 includes tax & gratuity. Menu: spring mix salad with fresh blueberries and blueberry balsamic vinaigrette garnished with feta cheese, a generous portion of home made chicken pot pie served with fresh muffins, and assorted fruit pies for dessert.  Make your reservations today by calling (260)563-2326 ext. 21.        

Best of Broadway presented by Ellen Mock & Jason Gornto

Tues. May 1 - 7 pm

Corporate Sponsor: Precious Gems & Metals
Individual Sponsor: Hank & Karen Decker

Vocalist Ellen Mock and pianist Jason Gornto combine talents to present an evening of music. “Love of music is a part of who we are!”, says the duo. From jazz bands and circus bands to sacred and swing, these two have performed it all. Come hear the songs from Broadway by your favorite composers: Rodgers & Hammerstein, Lerner & Lowe, Stephen Sondheim, and Andrew Lloyd Webber.  Make your reservations today by calling (260)563-2326 ext. 21.        

What’s Happening in Downtown Wabash

Tues. May 15 - 7 pm

Corporate Sponsor: Schlemmer Brothers

Stephen Allen, executive director of Wabash Marketplace,Inc., will present a program about Wabash Marketplace,what has been happening in downtown Wabash, what is coming soon, and what Marketplace is planning for the future.  Make your reservations today by calling (260)563-2326 ext. 21.        

Three Pianists

Tues. June 12 - 7 pm

Corporate Sponsor: Edward Jones Investments, Amy Van Voorhis

Three local pianists, Emily France, a former music teacher and stay-at-home mom, Susan Vanlandingham, first grade teacher at Metro North Elementary and organist/choir director at the First Methodist Church, and Judy Ward,music teacher at O.J.Neighbours Elementary and choir director at the Christian Church will play some of their favorite piano pieces.  Make your reservations today by calling (260)563-2326 ext. 21.        

Growing a Butterfly-Friendly Garden

Sat. June 16 - 10 am

Corporate Sponsor: Scott’s Landscape Service, LLC

Ruth Reese, a Master Gardener from Fulton County, will share her experiences with butterflies. Ruth will discuss how to create a butterfly garden by including plants appropriate for larvae and adult butterflies. Ruth even raises butterflies and will show how easy it is. Also a photographer, Ruth will bring photos of the various stages of development of the insect.  Make your reservations today by calling (260)563-2326 ext. 21.