Smart Living Fort Wayne - September 8, 2023

Fall Getaways

Now that Labor Day has come and gone, I’m ready to embrace the changing colors and cooler temperatures of fall. Today (Sept. 5) is my fantasy football league’s draft day, pumpkin spice lattes are back, and a new season of “Dancing With the Stars” is starting soon. My favorite time of year!

One of my favorite things to do in the fall is visit cute small towns with my husband. We’ll stay in a AirBnb, or at one of the local hotels in town, and just spend a weekend exploring. It feels kind of like living in an episode of “Gilmore Girls.” Of course, this is fun to do at any time of the year, but the weather is (usually) the nicest in the fall. It’s exciting to grab a coffee and walk around somewhere new to us.

Wabash is the perfect place to do just that, especially while Founder’s Fest is happening. Just an hour outside of Allen County, Wabash is easy to visit for a quick weekend getaway. I recommend starting with a coffee from Modoc’s, spending some time strolling through downtown, and visiting the Wabash County Historical Museum (with or without kiddos). Founder’s Fest, happening Sept. 16, has an additional slew of entertainment and recreational opportunities, making it a choice day for visiting. See our cover story for all the details.

Some of my other favorite small towns out of state have been Monroe, in Wisconsin, Grayslake, in Illinois, and Harbert, in Michigan. They all offer an escape that’s simple, refreshing and fun. The Midwest is full of hidden gems!

Finally, it’s our pleasure at Smart Living to champion local businesses and encourage you to spend your dollars with them. If and when you travel around our region, remember to visit those Mom & Pop shops. You’ll get better products and better service. For ideas of where to shop in Wabash, check out visitwabashcounty.com.

Wishing you a wonderful fall season and a great week ahead!

Lindsey Lukas Senior Editor

The DeKalb County Fair Returns Sept. 25-30

By Peggy Werner

In its 92nd year, the DeKalb County Fall Fair has become known as

“America’s Largest Family Reunion” and is one of the biggest street fairs in Indiana. Starting at the center of downtown Auburn, multiple city blocks are lined with food vendors, nightly entertainment, competitions, shows, carnival rides and more.

This year, the fair is Sept. 25-30 around the County Courthouse Square, 100 S. Main St., extending into city streets for several blocks, and including the DeKalb County Fairgrounds, 708 S. Union St. Admission to the fair and all entertainment is free.

Drawing vendors and hundreds of thousands of fairgoers from around the country, many people have made the annual event a family tradition, says Jeff Morr, entertainment chairperson. Morr remembers attending the fair as a child, performing in rock bands at the fair, becoming a 4-H leader and then a volunteer.

“I have never completely missed a fair,” he says. “I always found a way to get there, even if out of town. The fair is just something you grow up with. It has to happen every year and people love it.”

Dave Bunn, in charge of The Merchant’s Tent, says putting on the fair is a “massive feat” involving hundreds of volunteers and a fair board consisting of members, mostly having an average of 15-20 years of fair experience.

The Merchant Tent covers six city blocks, with more than 45,000 square feet under one roof. Upwards of 200 vendors sell products and services and promote businesses and organizations, with items varying from lawn and garden equipment, beauty products, apparel, health products, RVs, ATVs, advertising, promotional materials for civic organizations and more.

John Hoffman, one of the newest members on the board, is responsible for concessions, rides and games. This year, there are 93 food vendors, 70 games and 30 rides provided by Poor Jack Amusements of Milton, Ind.

Hoffman describes the fair as “very interactive,” with a board that “truly cares about the success of the fair and genuinely cares about their responsibilities.”

Vendors from across the country return each year. Hoffman personally interviews every vendor.

“As I do this, I learn more and more about these families, and it’s impressive to find out how they have contributed to the fair and for how long,” he says.

Pence’s Concessions of Bryan, Ohio, has nine booths. Their

caramel corn, caramel apples, and cotton candy are hugely popular, Hoffman says. Award-winning Zebelles serves polish and Italian sausage, onion straws and foot-long corndogs. Eastern Star is one of the oldest food vendors and has been making donuts for more than 75 years. Today, they turn out 120 dozen donuts an hour with a staff of about 10 workers assigned to a specific station. The trailer is located on the corner of Seventh and Main.

“The donuts are made to order, are warm when you get them, and they melt in your mouth,” Hoffman says. “This definitely is one of our most popular attractions, with a continuous long line of people waiting to buy the donuts.”

Morr says the free entertainment is another big attraction, especially for those who couldn’t afford to go elsewhere to see top acts. Each year, Morr’s goals include getting a well-known country and rock band to perform, as well as a tribute band, and giving some of the area’s best local bands a chance to perform for a big crowd.

This year’s headliners include Quiet Riot, an American heavy metal band, and Confederate Railroad, an American country rock band.

The complete entertainment lineup this year includes the Miss DeKalb County Queen Pageant at 8 p.m. Monday; the High School Choir (featuring area junior high and high school choirs) at 7 p.m. Tuesday; Megan Mullins (originally from Indiana) and Side Piece and Frank Foster at 7 p.m. Wednesday; Paradise and Quiet Riot at 7 p.m. Thursday; Rekt and Confederate Railroad at 7 p.m. Friday; and JD3 and Credence Revived tribute band at 7 p.m. Saturday. ❚

For more information, go to dekalbcountyfair.org.

The DeKalb County Fair brings food, carnival rides, games and more to downtown Auburn Sept. 25-30.

Clean Air is More Important Than Ever

By Peggy Werner

Air quality is always a concern to those with allergies, asthma, and respiratory conditions, but with smoke from the Canadian wildfires hanging in the air for weeks, everyone is thinking about the air they breathe and how it is impacting their health, says Tony Bear, general manager of Rolf Griffin of Fort Wayne.

“People are afraid of what they are seeing out there and the atmosphere is so eerie, people are getting alarmed. If it was just for a day or two, it would be no big deal, but this has been going on for weeks,” he says.

Customers report having headaches, shortness of breath, and other symptoms because of the smoke, he says.

Conditions outside cannot be controlled by individual homeowners, but they can take several steps to improve the inside air they breathe. Bear has several remedies and recommendations to improve indoor air quality, which is typically unhealthier than outside air because homes today are built so airtight.

Rolf Griffin offers people the highest rated furnace filter available, Bear says.

MERV, otherwise known as Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value, is a measurement scale used to rate the effectiveness of furnace filters at trapping airborne particles. The scale ranges from 1-16, with 16 being most effective, second only to High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) air filters. HEPA filters are not MERV rated because they are tested and certified to meet a specific efficiency at a specific particle size, the minimum being 99.97 percent at 0.3 microns.

Bear says the higher-rated filters need to be changed less often, sometimes only once a year if a home in not heavily trafficked and home to many pets. Forgetting to regularly change the furnace filter is one of the biggest problems contributing to poor air quality in the home, he says.

“A dirty air filter reduces the air flow, which causes a lot of problems with cooling and heating because the equipment has to work harder and shortens its life expectancy,” he says.

Bear recommends homeowners schedule a full-service cleaning and maintenance check for their air conditioner every spring, and for their furnace every fall, to increase efficiency and find any problems that might contribute to equipment failure in extreme temperatures.

Bear recalls an increased demand for good furnace filters and air purifiers years ago with the onset of Covid-19. Although air purifiers, when used properly, can reduce airborne contaminants, including viruses, in a home or confined space, it is not enough to protect people from getting sick.

With other pollutants in the air, the concern for how to achieve good air quality in the home continues to be a concern to many, he says.

Portable air cleaners work best if filtering the air with (HEPA) filters because they actually filter the air, rather than emitting ozone, which just covers up odors.

The best air purifiers attach to the inside of the furnace, are maintenance free, and remove fine particles from the air, Bear says. These air purifiers actually break down the smoke that goes through the filter.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (260) 744-2151 or go to rolfgriffin.com. ❚

Homeowners can take steps to improve their indoor air quality, says Tony Bear, general manager of Rolf Griffin of Fort Wayne.

Who Was Elijah?

Many of the kings who led Israel oppressed their own people; many of the people fell into idol worship. During these times, God often raised up prophets to speak for Him. Elijah is the prophet most often mentioned in the New Testament. In the 17th chapter of the gospel of Matthew, when Jesus is transfigured on a mountain, it is Moses and Elijah who converse with him there.

Elijah was at times bold and colorful, at other times fearful and terribly depressed by peoples’ rejection of the one true God. At one point he gives up and lays down, ready to die, until an angel tells him, “Get up and eat.” He does as he is told.

More than most people ever have or will, Elijah witnessed the fearsome power of God firsthand. Yet it is Elijah who realized, after thunderous winds, an earthquake and great fire, that God’s voice was not in any of those, but in a still, small whisper.

When he recognizes God’s voice, he stops feeling sorry for himself and finds the will to keep going.

In the ups and downs of his human existence, Elijah did what God asked of him and God took care of him in return. In fact, at the end of his life, Elijah didn’t die a regular mortal death but was swept into Heaven by a chariot in a whirlwind.

Scriptures about Elijah are filled with direct conversations with God and supernatural events; Elijah correctly predicts a drought and later ends the drought with a dramatic miracle in a showdown with the prophets of Baal; ravens carry food to Elijah each day when he hides from evil King Ahab (husband to Jezebel); Elijah raises a child from the dead and causes a poor widow’s oil pot to never empty.

Through it all, Elijah remembers that it’s God’s power, not his own, that makes the wondrous things of the earth happen.

Before he is swept off to Heaven, Elijah seeks out his faithful disciple, Elisha, and places his own mantle on the young man’s shoulders. Like Elijah, Elisha lives a life worthy of his calling and takes up the important work of his teacher. ❚

-Janine Pumilia

Weekend Fun at Wabash Founder’s Festival

By Lindsey Lukas, senior editor

Just a short drive from Allen County, the Wabash Founder’s Festival closes out summer with family-friendly fun on Sept. 16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on East Market Street and at Paradise Spring Historical Park, in downtown Wabash.

This year’s festival includes more than 30 vendors and craftspeople, a “Bounce Zone” for kids, food trucks from around the region with both savory and sweet options, a kickball tournament at Paradise Spring Historical Park, “Kid Zone” activities, a pet parade, artists creating pieces live, and much more.

“And, of course, the culminating event is the parade at 3 p.m. featuring our 2023 Little Miss & Mister Founders Festival at the lead,” says Teresa Galley, executive director of the Wabash County Museum.

For many years, Wabash had a festival called “Canal Days.” Unfortunately, that festival lost steam and eventually ended in the 1990s, Galley explains.

“People were nostalgic for that event and talked for years about bringing it back,” she says.

In 2018, that finally happened when a downtown Wabash group, including the Wabash County Museum, got together to plan a new festival to celebrate the rich history of the community and provide a family-focused event with a parade.

The first Founder’s Festival took place in 2018, and the event ensued again in 2019. However, plans had to be cancelled in 2020 due to the pandemic.

Luckily, the Wabash County Museum officially took over the execution of the festival in 2022.

“With Paradise Spring Historical Park just one block away from the museum, we have the perfect location to tie our vendors and food truck rows right into the park where the Park Board runs a small reenactment to commemorate the treaty signing that had such a big impact on the founding of our town,” Galley says.

Nearly 2,000 spectators gathered last year to enjoy the parade at the Wabash Founder’s Festival. This year, the parade happens at 3 p.m. on Sept. 16.

The museum staff has been working on the festival since February. They also receive support from Downtown Wabash Inc., the mayor and his team, the Wabash County YMCA, the Wabash Carnegie Public Library, and many sponsors and volunteers who work to make the event a reality.

“It definitely takes a village,” Galley says.

“Since it’s a fairly new festival, it has been growing and evolving every year as word spreads that it’s a great weekend to enjoy beautiful downtown Wabash with your family,” she adds. “The biggest change last year was moving the parade from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The original committee thought a morning parade would be cooler, but we felt that the parade should be the culminating event of the weekend. It was a big hit in the afternoon, attracting more than 85 entries and around 2,000 spectators. This year, our 105.9 FM will be broadcasting the parade on their website, so those who can’t make it down for the parade are still able to enjoy it.”

Another feature that Galley is excited about is the “Rest, Eat & Listen Zone” sponsored by Parkview Wabash. This area will have a tent and seating with calm music, coloring books and crayons, sensory tubs, fidgets and other items to help people find a little calm in the middle of the chaos.

Outside of Founder’s Festival, the Wabash County Museum is a big part of honoring Wabash’s history every day.

“We have 100 exhibits that celebrate everything from Wabash being the first electrically lighted city in the world to the story of Francis Slocum and so much more,” Galley says. “While being the first electrically lighted city is our ‘claim to fame,’ there have been so many other firsts from Wabash County that create so much pride. We also have an amazing downtown that includes a beautiful River Train that runs through Paradise Spring Park. The train and the downtown amenities are the result of countless people’s work to make Wabash an incredible community to live and work.”

Founder’s Festival deepens that community pride while simultaneously showing off Wabash to visitors, Galley says.

“It really is about bringing the whole community together and welcoming guests from the region to enjoy,” she says.

“I love the chance to see friends and meet new people. And of course, we love the traffic it brings into the museum.” ❚

Much of the festival takes place at Paradise Spring Historical Park, just a block away from the museum.

The Wabash Founder’s Festival descends upon downtown Wabash on Sept. 16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The family-friendly event celebrates the history of Wabash while providing attendees with food, entertainment and recreational opportunities.

Taking Care of Your Concrete Floors

By Peggy Werner

Duration Concrete Coatings, by Duralast of Fort Wayne, can transform the look of your basement floor, garage floor and other outdoor concrete spaces while making them stronger, more durable and more resistant to the effects of weather, salt and sun. The business specializes in garage floor coverings, commercial concrete coatings, residential concrete coatings and chip color customization.

Dan Diven, residential manager, says homeowners use concrete coatings to repair old concrete or prevent damage to new concrete. The coatings are resistant to chemicals, UV exposure and heavy traffic. They are also maintenance free, easy to clean and protected by a lifetime warranty.

“Most people want to improve the look of their home, especially if they have made other improvements,” he says. “The concrete coating gives a nice, finished look that complements the home.”

“Our product is thicker and tougher and more durable than epoxy paint,” Diven continues. “Our product won’t be damaged by oil and grease, extreme temperatures, salt, heavy equipment and tools dropped on the floor.”

Epoxy paint has been commonly used in homes within the past 10 years, and was many people’s only option to cover concrete, Diven says. Though epoxy is still used today, it’s an outdated method, he adds.

Epoxy is water based, making it a thinner solution, and can turn color with exposure to sunlight. It’s pitted, and peels and cracks with repeated exposure to salt. However, Duration Concrete Coatings uses polyurea and acrylic coatings that are oil-based, thicker, and five times stronger than other products, Diven says.

The polyurea and acrylic coatings are applied in three steps.

First, pitting and other damage to existing concrete is smoothed out with a grinder. Then, a polyurea base coat is applied before topping that off with an acrylic paint in different colors (chips) and textures. A polyurea topcoat finishes the job.

With an extensive range of chip colors, homeowners can choose a shade that perfectly complements their interior design or outdoor space, whether they prefer a more natural look or want to make a bold statement, Diven adds.

Chip colors are not just about looking good – they can also help improve the functionality of the floor by providing texture to prevent slipping, mask dirt, add durability, and resist UV damage. Sand can be mixed into the topcoat to give even more texture and grip to surfaces when wet.

About 60 percent of the company’s business is garage floors, while the other 40 percent of homeowners want coatings on porches, patios, sidewalks, basements and pool areas.

For a free estimate, call (260) 231-0523. ❚

Duration Concrete Coatings uses advanced materials for concrete floors that improve both the look and the functionality of a space.

What It Costs Not to Have Life Insurance

It’s probably not on your calendar, but September is Life Insurance Awareness Month.

And that means it’s a good time to become more aware of the benefits of having life insurance — and the dangers of not having it.

Unfortunately, confusion about some of the basic elements of owning life insurance may be keeping people from getting the protection they need. More than half of uninsured Americans say they have put off purchasing coverage because they don’t know what to buy or how much they need, according to Life Happens and LIMRA, two nonprofit organizations that provide research and education about life insurance.

Yet, while this confusion may be understandable, a delay in acquiring appropriate insurance can be costly in more ways than one. From a strict dollars-and-cents perspective, it’s generally much more affordable to buy life insurance when you’re younger. But there are potentially much greater costs involved in not having insurance when it’s needed — and these costs are personal.

To be specific, what is it worth …

…to know your family could stay in your home if something happened to you?

…to know your children could continue their educa tion plans?

…to know your debts could be paid without burdening your family?

Clearly, if you were to assign these benefits a “price tag,” it would be pretty high.

And that’s the value of owning sufficient life insurance.

So, let’s return to the issue of people putting off buying insurance because they don’t know how much they need, or what type they should have:

• How much is enough? You might hear that you need life insurance equal to about seven to 10 times your pretax annual salary. That’s not a bad “ballpark” figure, but not everyone is playing in the same ballpark. To get a true sense of how much of a death benefit you require from your life insurance, you’ll need to consider a variety of factors, possibly including your current income, spouse’s income, the size of your mortgage (in addition to other liabilities), number of children, educational expenses and final expenses for funeral arrangements.

• What type? You can essentially choose between two basic types of life insurance: term and permanent. As its name suggests, term insurance is designed to provide coverage for a designated period, such as 10 or 20 years. Generally speaking, term insurance is quite affordable for most people, especially when they buy policies as young adults. On the other hand, permanent

insurance, such as whole life or universal life, is usually considerably more expensive than term insurance. This is because permanent insurance premiums, in addition to providing a death benefit, help build cash value, which you can typically access through loans or withdrawals, giving you additional flexibility should your financial needs change over time. In choosing between term and permanent insurance, you’ll want to evaluate several issues, such as how long you think you’ll need coverage and how much you can afford to pay in premiums.

Finding out about the benefits, costs and types of life insurance can help you make informed choices to help protect your family for years to come — so don’t delay learning what you need to know. ❚

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

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How to Save Up to $465 on Utility Bills

By Peggy Werner

One of the best ways to improve home comfort and save utility costs is with energy-efficient windows.

Universal Windows Direct of Fort Wayne has an exclusive product with a lifetime guarantee and warranty, which means you won’t ever have to replace windows again, says Marc Faylor, owner.

The company specializes in personal service and can meet any customer’s needs, he adds.

“I meet every customer face-to-face. I want them to know who I am, and I want to know who they are. I’m a people person, not just a salesman. We are a local family-owned business that is easy to work with, and we don’t pressure people.

“All our windows and doors are custom-made for each home,” Faylor continues. “We measure, design and install, so the customer can have any style, color, and any other particulars they want. We are different because if a homeowner wants to take out a window and put a door in the space, we can do that. The customer has total freedom,” he says.

Universal Windows Direct of Fort Wayne has been in business for more than 10 years, having joined with Faylor Construction, Inc., general contractors, founded in 1986. The parent company, Universal Windows, is headquartered in Bedford, Ohio. It has been in business more than 35 years and offers everything from affordable windows to vinyl siding replacement, asphalt roof shingles, entry doors, sliding glass doors and more.

“We added Universal Windows because they offer services we didn’t have and their products are the best,” Faylor says.

Faylor Construction handles all stages of homebuilding, including laying a foundation, framing, electrical, plumbing, heating and air conditioning, plastering, tile, insulation, drywall and more.

“We can literally do anything and everything when it comes to building or remodeling a home,” Faylor says. “What sets us apart from the competition is our exclusive products and having our own installers.”

The UniShield® window made by Universal Windows is exclusively patented for the company and is available in Classic,

Plus, Premium, and Supreme. Depending on the package of your choice, replacement windows consist of two or three panes of glass, argon or krypton gas between panes, and a double coat of low-e glazing. Old-fashioned metal window spacers have been replaced with foam spacing, which dramatically reduces condensation and gives a much clearer view. The company claims homeowners can save up to $465 per year on utility bills by switching to energy-efficient windows.

One of the biggest and most unique projects Faylor’s company worked on was putting in angled windows to match a roof line in a three-story-tall living room, he adds.

Now, after three-and-a-half years of working out of 9116 Lima Road, Faylor just got word their lease is up and won’t be renewed. The business must move in 90 days and is looking to purchase a building nearby that can provide space for offices, a showroom and warehouse all in one location. Currently, their storage is off-site.

The company services customers within a 60-mile radius of Fort Wayne. All windows have a lifetime warranty that transfers from one owner to the next when a home sells.

Faylor credits his staff and dozens of subcontractors for the good reputation the company has maintained through the years.

“I couldn’t do it by myself. Our great team of people and exclusive products makes all the difference,” he says. ❚

Energy-efficient windows lead to saving on utility bills, says Marc Faylor, owner of Universal Windows Direct of Fort Wayne. The company offers exclusively patented windows that reduce condensation and provide a clearer view.

Entertainment & Events

Smooth Tuesdays

Every Tuesday, 6-9 p.m., enjoy the best in soft rock and classic hits with rotating artists. Clyde Theater, 1808 Bluffton Road, Fort Wayne, (574) 344-0566, clydetheatre.com.

Nashville Thursdays

Weekly country, bluegrass and other free live music 7-10 p.m. in the Clyde Theater Club Room. Food and drink specials. 1808 Bluffton Road, Fort Wayne, clydeclubroom.com.

Shipshewana Flea Market

Thru Sept. 27, Tuesdays & Wednesdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Browse more than 700 booths, a farmers market, a plant and garden section and numerous food options. Shipshewana Flea Market Grounds, 345 S. Van Buren St. Shipshewana, visitshipshewana.org.

YLNI Summer Farmers Market

Thru Oct. 28, Saturdays 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Shop for fresh produce, organic fruits and vegetables, hand-made jewelry and crafts, local artwork and more at the former Wayne Candy Factory building, 1501 E. Berry St., Fort Wayne, facebook.com/YLNIFarmersMarket/.

Amazing Fall Fun

Thru Oct. 29, Fri. 5-10 p.m., Sat. noon-10 p.m., Sun. noon-6 p.m. Choose a pre-picked pumpkin or pick your own, tackle a corn maze, enjoy delicious fall treats, and more. Amazing Fall Fun, 3150 Cr. 43, Waterloo, amazingfallfun.com.

Ghost Tour

Thru Dec. 30, Saturdays 4-6 p.m. Explore a gorgeous building in a 2-hour guided tour lis-

tening to ghost stories all along the way. The Bell Mansion, 420 W. Wayne St., Fort Wayne, (260) 417-1794, thebellmansion.com.

Wiz Kidz Pinball Tournament

Thru Dec. 30, Saturdays 10 a.m.-noon. A 4-strike pinball tournament for kids presented by one of the world’s largest pinball arcades. Wizard’s World Pinball Arcade, 14613 Lima Road, Fort Wayne, (260) 760-6314, fortwaynepinball.com.

Grabill County Fair

Sept. 7-9, check website for times. This country-style fair highlights the area’s Amish

heritage with tents and canopies that shelter 130 craft booths. 13756 State Street, Grabill, (260) 627-5227, grabillcountyfair.org.

Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo Dino Days

Sept. 9-10, 16-17, 23-24, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Experience an archeological dig, wild dinosaur encounters and more. 3411 Sherman Blvd., Fort Wayne, (260) 427-6820, kidszoo.org/ event/dino-days/.

‘I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change’

Sept. 9-10 & 15-17, Fri. & Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. The longest running off-Broadway musical revue in history pays tribute to those who have loved and lost, to those who have fallen on their face at the portal of romance, and to those who have dared to ask, “Say, what are you doing Saturday night?” Arts United Center, 303 E. Main St., Fort Wayne, (260) 424-5220, fwcivic.org/iloveyou.

Kuehnert Dairy Fall Festival

Sept. 15-Oct. 29, Fri. 6-10 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.10 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Corn mazes, pumpkins, ice cream and, of course, baby calves. Kuehnert Dairy Farm & Fall Festival, 6532 W. Cook Road, Fort Wayne, kuehnertdairy.com/ kuehnert-fall-festival.

Johnny Appleseed Festival

Sept. 16-17, Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. to 5 p.m. This period-authentic festival celebrates the life and times of John Chapman, a.k.a. Johnny Appleseed. Includes food, demonstrations, crafts, antiques, roving entertainment, children’s area, military reenactment, farmer’s market and more. 1500 E. Coliseum Blvd., Fort Wayne, johnnyappleseedfest.com. ❚

Amazing Fall Fun, in Waterloo, is open now through Oct. 29. Pick a pumpkin, tackle a corn maze, enjoy fall treats and more. Tickets are available at amazingfallfun.com.

The Kuehnert Dairy Fall Festival returns Sept. 15 with pumpkins, corn mazes, ice cream and more.