Glo - April 2018

“If you think only sunshine brings you happiness, then you haven’t danced in the rain.”

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Ray Balogh, Beth Behrendt, Lauren Caggiano, Deborah C Gerbers, Cour tney Rawlinson, Shannon Rooney, Cathy Shouse, Barb Sieminsk i, Haiden Steingass, Julie Young

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athe Cover

Title of piece: “Breathing Color ”

Describe the inspiration behind your cover ar twork.

I created this piece of ar t work after a dream I had several months ago. I saw myself in black and white while the world was in Technicolor. Ever y time I took a breath, color was flowing into my body This painting is a representation of that dream, and the deep connec tion I feel bet ween myself and the vibrant world around me.

cover artist Kelly Edelman

What inspires you?

I draw my inspiration from the vibrant colors and beautiful people in our city I incorporate the colors and people I see into my ar twork which really allows me to express my life in a fun way Sometimes I pull colors from the sunset I see on my drive home from work, and pair it with the smile from a friend. I also work with children by prac ticing ar t therapy and I am inspired daily by the healing nature of creativity and the positive impac t it has on the k ids I work with

Your biggest suppor ter(s):

My family and friends are all so suppor tive! My mom and grandma were both ver y passionate about ar t and taught me how to draw my first car toons growing up.

Why you read glo?

I read glo because I like to see the ar t on the cover each month and read the health and fitness sec tions! Reading glo also helps me stay connec ted within the community and helps me find new places to shop at.

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My favorite thing about glo is seeing the monthly cover ar t! I love reading about local ar tists and seeing the new ar t featured each month. I also like to read about what inspires other ar tists to create their work.

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Please visit my Instagram @eyeinspired to see more illustrations, paintings and purchase prints. a

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Dreamers + Doers

To balance being both a dreamer and a doer is, well, a woman’s dream And in the May issue of glo, we’re going to help show readers how.

May is also the season for the best in wedding fashions! Enjoy tips ‘n tricks for a beautifully refreshed, energized and organized bride

Count on this, plus glo’s annual Mother ’s Day Gift Guide (and so much more!), coming soon in glo’s May issue.

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From the executive editor

glo

April: it’s the best month for spring cleaning.

But lemony-scented dust spray is just the beginning Press the nozzle and swipe away remaining winter ’s blahs from your home’s interior and spitshine those windows to cr ystal clear views.

Then, let’s clean a little deeper. Let ’s scrub, refresh, renew and even reform.

And this cleaning? Let ’s do it on the inside of ourselves ( You saw that coming, didn’t you )

Self-improvement is a continuous process (k ind of like dusting in a house with k ids and dogs) For lasting self-improvement it takes intentional, frequent focus, readjustment and renewal

Yes, it takes work and daily intention to protec t views and keep vision clear O ther wise, too many bugs splatter the windshield to obstruc t the view showing where we’re going, right?

Hey, life is ever-changing, altering, moving and throwing bug families and windstorms of dir t our way And really? We should expec t it.

Just as we expec t dust to appear each week to meet Saturday morning’s dust cloth, we should also expec t dir tballs to occasionally fly into our lives and we must proac tively be ready to wipe away, protec t and revitalize after their inevitable landings

This analogy encompasses the theme of the issue within your hands. Let’s clean, improve and become change-makers this spring. Let ’s send optimism and positivity into the community Let ’s improve our own health with yes, a clean diet We have exper ts within the pages to assist.

Learn some k ick in’ workouts to target various body par ts Let ’s be intentional. Learn which dresses fit you best and more impor tantly which make you feel the best

Let ’s push ourselves to achieve more than we ever dreamed possible Want more inspiration? How about meeting For t Wayne’s own sweethear t, M iss Addison Agen. She followed her passion, pushed herself and is mak ing a difference on an unquantifiable level; she’s a national star

How do you measure true inspiration? You don’t But we all feel it I t ’s elec tric. I t takes a life of its own, building energy that snowballs to empower women of all ages, ever ywhere

So yes, embrace the elec tric energy of spring Clean Refresh you You’re wor th it

Be a change-maker.

Enjoy this wonder ful issue made just for you And if you attend the Tapestr y event on April 27 please say hello at glo’s booth I’d love to mee

Sue Rawlinson srawlinson@the-papers com

GAL PALS

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Claudia and gal pals enjoying the day at Countr y Heritage Winer y Claudia Cheers, ladies! –Sue

Our cookbook club meets once a month at the Aboite Librar y and we took this pic ture this past Wednesday (our theme this month was Mardi Gras) to place in glo if it is suitable I mentioned the sec tion where you publish pic tures of girlfriends doing various ac tivities to them and they thought it would be fun to tr y Alexandra Pics with the pals are always suitable! Thank you for submitting. Sue

Sister Gal Pals: Cheri Bearman and Deb Glasper

Hi Sue:

Love, love, love the glo magazine. I look for ward to it each month and read it cover-to-cover, noting all the items of interest (quotes, places to shop, eateries, horoscopes, etc )! Thank you for the great work you do :o) Cheri

Hello from Denita Washington + pal at Girlz Rock!

Denita

Just enjoying an evening at The Embassy!

Adrienne S antos

glo Girl Melinda pic tured with Robin Heller from All About You in Auburn What a great time we had at the HOME Show!

Gal Pals reunite!

This was a 25-year reunion of old friends Diane Kennedy (center) with Tara Adkins (left) and Debra Clark (right). Diane K.

Told you we’d publish your pic!

Thanks for visiting the glo booth at the FW Home Show, ladies! Sue

‘Wear your favorite hat’ was our theme for the first GIGI luncheon in 2018! Sylvia Stanley Hi’ya, ladies! Sue

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We’d love to put YOU and your gal pals in print!

Spring Dresses to Feel YourBest(est)

By Shannon Rooney

We all love a good floral for spring, but there are so many other fashionable prints and st yles available in this year ’s dresses. Polka dots, ruching and hemlines have all been given a modern t wist for spring and color is the name of the game So, get ready to give your closet a fresh star t this season We’ve got the deets on dresses so you can look and feel your best(est)

Embrace Athleisure

“ T-shir t dresses are trending for spring and are my favorite because they can be thrown on with a pair of flip flops or dressed up with heels and amazing accessories for a night out on the town, ” said Sarah Medina, owner of Outer Grace Boutique You’ll never want for comfor t with the T-shir t dress

Take it High, Take it Low

High-low hemlines are back this season in ever y material and pattern But rather than a straight cut across the leg, the “high” cut of the dress is likely to be accented with pleats or ruffles. Wrap dresses especially are spor ting this new look for a cut that really highlights cur ves.

New Year, New Neckline

Asymmetrical neck lines were all over the spring runways You’ll see neck lines that leave one shoulder open or wrap to one side of the neck If you’re up for playing with neck lines, but don’t want to go asymmetrical, tr y a more traditional halter top in one of this season’s preferred colors. Or, simply opt for more detail above the waist. Ruching is a flattering choice and this year it has moved from the bust line to the bodice.

The Classic Sheath

The most impor tant dress that an individual could buy would be a sheath dress, ” said Terri Francis-Ahlfeld, who owns The Francis Shoppe with her mother Marjorie Francis. For spring events, she suggests a classic sheath dress, a cut that is flattering to many body types and is appropriate for a wide variety of occasions. And remember, when it comes to fabric, “less is best, ” said Francis-Ahlfeld A straight sk ir t, rather than A-line, is usually a safe choice Add a trendy but elegant three-quar ter-length sleeve if you like a little ex tra coverage

Boho Brights

Dresses with ‘70s swirls have made their way into many spring collec tions If you’re up for a wild print, opt for paisley in aqua, brown and cream Or, tr y a swingin’ floral in bright pink and orange Bonus points for accessorizing with a bright head scar f and lots of gold jewelr y don’t forget the tassel fan hoop earrings.

Burst of Violet

The Pantone color of the year is ultra violet, and that deep purple shade has worked its way into all corners of fashion. You’ll find dresses in ever y shade of purple on the racks. “Lilac is a must have for the spring season along with all the pastels, ” said Medina If violet isn’t your color, tr y a dusty rose or, for a burst of a different color, bright coral Butter y yellow is also a popular option

Classic Patterns

Bright, happy florals, polk a dots and stripes are staples of spring. This year is no different. Florals tend toward pastel colors and a “scattered bouquet ” look with flowers strewn across dresses rather than printed in a repeating pattern Polk a dots, on the other hand, are more subdued You’ll see lots of small white and cream dots on soft gray and taupe backgrounds

Whether you embrace a trendy or classic style this spring, stick to patterns, cuts and colors that really feel like you “ The most impor tant thing is to pick something that makes you smile when you put it on, that is comfor table and fits your style, ” said Medina We couldn’t agree more a Resources:

Outer Grace Boutique, For t Wayne, 260 740 1247

The Francis Shoppe, Wabash, 260 563 8805

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The Grainer y

Sarah Wells

President, S ummit City Pinups, LLC

By Lauren Caggiano

It takes a strong person to channel a traumatic event into something positive S arah Wells, president of Summit Cit y Pinups, LLC, is the embodiment of feminine strength Her stor y star ts several years ago, when she was in an abusive marriage with a man who had violent tendencies. Scared and vulnerable, she knew she had to plot an exit.

“People don’t understand how terrifying it is to be in a situation when someone has so much control over you, ” she said “ You’re afraid of your own shadow ”

The day did come when she mustered up enough courage to leave him. She went “underground, ” as she called it, sleeping on friends’ couches for several months

In that process, she discovered a lot about herself she was stronger than she thought. A decade later, she looks back at that painful period in her life with some distance and a healthy attitude “I’ve done a lot of healing, ” she said “I got to a place where I could help other women, ” she said

What star ted as a bit of a hobby has turned into something bigger. Wells, who has an interest in photography, would get together periodically with friend Wendy Clark to do pinup photoshoots I t was empowering and cathar tic “I t just sor t of blossomed from there, ” she said

And blossom it did, into a full-fledged non-profit social club. Summit City Pinups LLP is dedicated to mak ing a difference in the lives of families and individuals who have been affec ted by domestic abuse Wells said the organization gained momentum in 2016 and has been met with a positive response in the community

They host monthly meetings where members help to decide what social events, social appearances, creative photoshoots and other ac tivities they will host or par ticipate in throughout the year to raise money for several local charities Charis House is among the causes they suppor t

The photoshoots in par ticular have helped women collaborate in ways they might not consider in their ever yday lives

“ The nice thing about (Summit City Pinups) is that it meets ever y woman where they are, ” she said

Beyond the ar tistr y, sometimes there’s a common thread of sur vivorship that binds them.

“I t ’s so rewarding to hear other women tell their stor y and tell them they ’re not alone, ” she said.

And to those facing an abusive situation, she offers this advice: “Choose yourself No one else can make the choice for you ”

For more information about the Summit City Pinups, visit summitcitypinups blog Follow them on Facebook under “Summit City, LLP ” for updates a

Photo by Sarah Wells of Summit City Pinups, LLP

Addison Agen

Age: 16

By Deborah C Gerbers

Addison Agen is mega-talented, full of spirit and exudes maturit y and level-headedness far beyond her years

Most recently known for her stellar appearances on NBC’s singing competition, The Voice, where Addison won runner-up in the entire competition (wow!), Addison has been surrounded by music for her entire life And she has no plans to change that in the future

Music has been an integral par t of Addison’s life for as long as she can remember “I vividly remember writing my first song when I was 6 or 7, ” she said “I was at my grandparents’ piano, with my mom, writing a song about stars or something like that I was always around music as a k id I remember going around to nursing homes with my mom (a music therapist), room to room, singing to people who were dying or near death I t ’s something I find to be ver y beautiful Another one of my most clear memories is when I sang ‘Amazing Grace’ at 5 years old, to someone who was in their last moments of life. At that age, all I k new was this woman needed to hear music.”

Addison’s singing and songwriting continues to have a positive impac t on her fans sweeping across the nation, and she hopes to continue sharing her creative spirit She explained her writing process and how her inspiration hits her at random moments. “I’ll usually get an idea first, and then pick up my guitar, ” she said. “Normally I am inspired by the experiences I’ve had or the people I’ve met and how it can relate to other people’s lives. I haven’t gotten ver y good at forcing songs yet I think that has to come naturally but that ’s not how my mind works through the process ”

Once she comes up with a song, Addison said she prefers not to immediately share it. “A lot of times, when people first hear one of my new songs is at a show, including my parents, ” she said “If I feel confident with the writing or the melody, then I just do it no matter what ”

Look ing ahead, Addison plans to work on a new album. “I t ’s ver y convenient being from For t Wayne because I am work ing with Sweetwater, which is like having an amazing studio right in my own back yard, ” she said “I’ll be work ing on some demos and getting sheets out, plus all the instrumentation I t will include some original songs as well as some co-writing, which should be interesting too ” a

Note from editor : Addison, glo Magazine will be cheering you on throughout your glo-rious future Thank you for being such a talented, fearless, faith-inspired inspiration to our region, showing other young ladies that it ’s possible to grasp hold of the stars and then become one

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Chick Rebels + Change Makers

By Deborah C. Gerbers

Strong women have long impac ted nor thern Indiana. From media personalities to nonprofit professionals and ever ything in bet ween, female leaders in our region have made an impac tful mark on our communit y. And they ’ve done so in their own, unique way letting nothing and no one stop them from being a positive influence for effec tive change

Meet just a few…

Barb Richards, THE CW FORT WAYNE ( WISE-33)

Barb began her career in radio in 1984 with Majic 95.1 on the night shift. She then moved on to become the marketing direc tor and program direc tor for the For t Wayne Embassy Theatre. In June 2016, Barb was asked to run the television station, The CW, or WISE 33 She has helped to market and brand the station with its own local identity, featuring local content A well-k nown media personality, Barb has a passion for empowering women and encouraging them to succeed in whatever they set out to do “As a person work ing in media, I never take for granted our responsibility, ” she said “And as a woman, I believe it is so impor tant for us to never lose our voice in the media I would advise young women entering the industr y to not be afraid of criticism. You must also stand for something you believe in to prompt necessar y change.”

Amber Stone, 103.9 FM

Local radio personality Amber Stone believes in the impor tance of our community and mak ing an impac t She says hers is a lifestyle she is continually grateful for, feeling blessed with a platform to empower people “Being a strong voice and standing in my truth has led me on a beautiful experience of growth, ” she said “One cannot thrive in life without feeling whole inside.”

Amber finds it impor tant also to influence young women, encouraging them to figure out where their voice stands out She advises them to work hard, create, invest in self-care, journal, be passionate, and leave room for things to change. With future plans to continue growing her morning show, Amber strives to be the calming place where people can feel connec tion with their emotions. “I want to leave them with some food for thought, ” she shared “If I can help inspire someone for just a few moments out of their day, then I’m living in my purpose ”

Mary Newell, YOGA AND WELLNESS

A fitness enthusiast for decades, Mar y was drawn to the alignment and meditative state yoga created She is an ACSM cer tified exercise physiologist, is EnhanceFitness Cer tified and also holds a Brains and Balance O ver 60 Cer tification She believes in the calming power of yoga and how it can be beneficial to anyone, especially those interested in combining the body, mind and spirit She begins ever y single day with a private prac tice of her own, ranging anywhere from three minutes to one hour. Mar y teaches classes at Fusion Yoga and Indiana Tech and fitness and wellness classes for aging and in-home ser vices. “I tr y to make yoga accessible for ever yone, from elite college athletes to the elderly who have limited mobility, ” she said. “I love the idea of nourishing our body rather than training so hard to the point where we are not truly nur turing ourselves I find with yoga there is a connec ted awareness with the body, mind and spirit ” a

Tomi Cardin, REDEMPTION HOUSE

After years of work ing in jail and prison ministr y, Tomi wanted to continue to utilize her passion for helping women get back on their feet Through much prayer and time, she decided to run a women’s transition home to help women rediscover their value and in August 2016, Redemption House was opened Tomi’s compassion for women struggling with abuse, drug addic tion and criminal behavior helps her see the amazing potential and determination these women might not ever see in themselves due to their past life choices “Helping these women discover their own wor th and value is so rewarding and truly indescribable, ” she said. “ This job is ever ything and more of what I had imagined; it is my calling. We have helped hundreds of women and thousands of family members through our ser vice, and I feel we have really made a rippling impac t on our community I’d have to say the most rewarding par t of what we do is watching God work in healing a person’s brokenness ”

Photo by Tony Frantz

Kickin’

By Beth Behrendt

Swimsuit season is almost upon us (boy, it sure sneaks up ever y year, doesn’t it?) Even if you have no intention of baring your abs and tush in a swimsuit, a warm-weather wardrobe still gives plent y of oppor tunit y to show arms and thighs. Here are some exercises targeted to getting those “problem” areas into tip-top shape.

Stomach

Erin Scheele, owner and lead trainer of The WorXout, said, “Our core is ac tually three different layers of abdominal muscles: the lower rectus (a k a the “six pack ”), the obliques (that define your waist), and the transverse abs (most important because they help with posture and back issues). I t ’s impor tant to do abdominal exercises that work all three layers.

A great exercise is “Plank with Knee to Opposite Elbow ”

Here’s how:

• Assume a high (arms ex tended, palms flat on the ground, head level with ground) plank position

• Bring your right k nee to your left elbow, hold for three seconds and return; then bring your left k nee to your right elbow and hold for three seconds

• Keep alternating for 60 seconds

• Do three sets

Rear

Sheele said, “ This is the largest muscle in your body I remind my clients ‘it ’s supposed to be big!’ A great one for toning is the old classic from those Jane Fonda DVDs: the clam shell The lateral motion isolates the hip muscles to strengthen and tone.”

Here’s how:

• Lie on your side with k nees slightly bent and one leg on top of the other

• Keep your feet together and lift your top k nee until it ’s parallel with your hip

• Keep your core tight and maintain a neutral spine

• Lower your k nee back to the initial position, repeat for 15; then switch sides

• Do three sets

Arms

Kickin’ Workouts for Pr oblem Ar eas

Dips are great for targeting triceps (the pesk y, jiggly back of the arm).

Here’s how:

• Sit on a chair or bench with your arms straightened and hands placed on the seat nex t to your bottom

• Ex tend legs straight in front and lift your bottom off the seat

• Bend your elbows and lower your bottom toward the floor

• Push up until your arms are straight again

• Repeat 8-10 times, doing 2-3 sets

Thighs

The Single-Leg Circle (or you can trace the letters of the alphabet if circles get too boring)

Here’s how:

• Lie back on a mat with arms by your sides and palms facing down

• Point your left foot, as if reaching out with your toes toward the ceiling, and rotate your leg slightly outward

• Inhale, and trace a circle on the ceiling with your left leg, moving your whole leg, but keeping your hips still

• Trace the circle on the ceiling 5 times in a clock wise direc tion; repeat in a counter-clockwise direc tion

• Switch legs and repeat 5 times

It’s Good to be Well-Rounded

LONGevity Fitness founder and cer tified personal trainer and lifestyle coach Erin Long said, “Remember your exercise routine should be well rounded include cardio and mobility with strength training routines. Even though you are targeting those stubborn problem areas, you may not see results right away. There is a difference between targeting muscle and targeting fat You can’t spot-reduce fat You can target and strengthen muscles, but the fat in those areas takes time and hard work to go away ” a

Resources:

LONGevity Fitness, For t Wayne, 260 739 7270, longevit y-fitness com

The WorXout, For t Wayne, 260 855 worXout, thewor xout com

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S H O P WA B A S H y y

Clean Eating

Boost energy + health

flour, processed foods, prepared foods, boxed foods, junk type snacks and ar tificial sweeteners

“Basics needed for most people include good protein like meat, eggs and seafood; real cheese, not processed; yogur ts, but watch for sugar amounts; fresh veggies; whole fruits instead of juices and true whole grain breads, ” Gifford said

The challenge, unless you can live on raw veggies, fruits and nuts, is finding recipes and getting yourself to the stove Gladd and his staff specialize in coaching clients in helpful methods

By Cathy Shouse

It ’s time to stop obsessing about food and the latest ‘miracle’ weight-loss strategy Instead, tr y something different: ditch the diet Instead, embrace a lifest yle philosophy of ‘clean eating ’

The Mayo Clinic blog describes clean eating as consuming more real foods and fewer processed/refined foods, being sure to keep nourishment at the forefront, and staying mindful of food choices

“Clean eating is a common topic in our office, ” said Jeffrey Gladd, MD, owner of GladdMD Integrative Medicine of For t Wayne “ The level of preser vatives, chemical taste enhancement and sweetener additives in our food supply continues to grow The side effec t is two-fold: these processed, food-like substances are a far cr y from foods that nourish and fuel the body, and the level of enhancement often leaves whole foods ‘bland’ to those who are not eating them regularly, mak ing it difficult to make a shift.”

If you switch to whole foods ‘cold turkey, ’ your taste buds will adjust in 2-3 weeks Or, here are Gladd’s tips to make baby steps instead:

1 Surround yourself with whole food snacks: Raw or lightly salted nuts, a piece of fruit or full-fat cheese

2. Star t with one meal per day, usually breakfast so your day star ts properly. Breakfast is often the meal highest in sugars, carbs and processed foods such as cereals, granola and bars Gradually get good at breakfast, than star t branching out to other meals

3. Embrace fasting. Lots of data is mounting about the benefits of periods of fasting and/or intermittent fasting where you eat in an 8-hour window Work with a healthcare professional so you are able to do this in a healthy, sustainable way

According to Linda K Gifford, owner of Ear then Treasures, Inc , “ We encourage people to first eliminate soda-type carbonated beverages Known unhealthy choices, of course, include sugar, white

“I t ’s counter-culture, takes time and conscious effor t, and you spend more time in the k itchen and cleaning up from meals, ” Gladd said “Most find the health benefits, both long-term and shor t-term, wor th it ”

No one eats per fec tly, so choose your ‘cheats’ wisely.

“O f course, an occasional desser t, a traditional celebration meal, or a special night out are cer tainly needed and deser ved to be enjoyed. I t ’s what we do daily that really counts, ” Gifford said. “Controlled portions and limited indulgence can still allow us to enjoy some of our favorite treats Besides, once we add in better, fresher choices, the past habits will fall away on their own Who would have ever dreamed we would be eating and enjoying pizza crust made from cauliflower? Just goes to prove we need to (literally) keep think ing outside the box!” a

Resources:

Ear then Treasures Inc., Berne, 260 589 3675, ear thentreasuresonline com

GladdMD Integrative Medicine, For t Wayne, 260 449 9698, GladdMD com

Red Mango, For t Wayne, 260 739 3384, redmangousa com

Investments 101: a primer

By Barb Sieminsk i

After years of hearing about Wall Street, stocks, bonds, CDs and money-marketing funds, you’ve finally decided to take the plunge and tr y an investment on your own. Which area will your money do best in?

Familiarize yourself with these terms and you’ll be more aware of how they relate to your financial goals An investment, simply put, is a process that can help grow your money for profit As with any new venture there may be risks involved

CHECKING AND SAVINGS ACCOUNTS are deposit accounts that usually are used for funds that need to be accessible Typically these are insured funds with lower interest rates than most alternatives and minimal balance requirements which, make them a good star ting point for saving for other investments.

Please be aware that stocks, bonds, annuities, etc are licensed produc ts and may not be exac tly as defined below ; for these, bring in a financial advisor.

STOCKS: When you buy shares of a company ’s stock, you own a piece of that company and can collec t dividends as the company grows They offer shor tand long-term growth.

BONDS: A bond is a loan an investor makes to a company in exchange for interest payments over a par ticular period of time, plus repayment of principal at the bond’s maturity date with regular interest payments. Different bonds include corporate, municipal, agenc y, treasur y and other types

ANNUITIES: A contrac t between you and an insurance company in which the company promises to make periodic payments and can be either immediate or deferred

MONEY MARKET ACCOUNT: A type of savings account that earns a higher rate of interest than a basic savings account but the minimum deposit and balance for this account is usually higher than the minimum balance of a basic savings account

RETIREMENT SAVINGS: These include IRAs or a 401(k) and collec t interest to help you save for a time when you won’t be work ing or when you will be work ing ver y little

COMMODIT Y FUTURES: An agreement to buy or sell a specific quantity of a commodity (oil, metals, grains, currencies, etc ) at a specific price on a specific date in the future

CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSITS (CDs): Deposits that pay an agreed-upon interest rate when the contrac t expires and can provide a safe and predic table return These funds are not as liquid, which generally makes their interest rates higher than a savings account

Brittainy Chaffee, private banker of STAR Financial, offers some advice when navigating financial matters

“Finding an exper t with whom you are comfor table, trust and who will listen to your needs is a first step, ” said Chaffee. “Information is available online but it can be difficult to gauge where to star t A financial professional can help navigate you in the direc tion you would like to go as well as save you time and stress ” Your home, for example, can be a large investment on your par t Will you have your home paid off before retirement? Do you have equity built in your home that can be used for home improvements and more?

“Are you familiar with your mor tgage and if the rate is fixed throughout the term of loan, or is it an adjusting rate?” asked Chaffee “ The average homeowner stays in her/his home for 7 years If you plan to move within this time, an adjustable rate mor tgage could be a potential benefit for you to take advantage of a lower interest rate on the loan.” a

Want to grab your gal pals for a day of shopping? Ready to explore this great region a little more in-depth? Want to learn about great boutiques, coffee shops and unique destinations right in our own awesome region?

We thought you’d like that. ( We do, too.)

Check out this issue’s ads to show where to shop and read the stories to learn a little more

Enjoy and happy shopping! a

gloshops A U B U R N

Shop Auburn

Spring shopping, anyone? Plan a Saturday with the gals in downtown Auburn See the beautiful Auburn cour thouse square, as spring and green are both hopping to life. Re-energize friendships and embrace the season with some great finds in the charming, historic and friendly town of Auburn Browse about the downtown boutiques for great Easter holiday deals and find unique gifts you won’t see elsewhere And in the season of April showers? Don’t miss the selec tion of inver ted umbrellas from All About You! And with shops specializing in vintage and antiques to home furnishings to shops with today ’s styles and trends (check out the selection from glo’s friends at Lyn-Maree’s Boutique), Auburn offers excellent deals to keep you egg-ceptionally happy

As a most trusted resource for shopping guidance, glo is excited to share this sec tion created just for shoppers. That ’s you!

Shop Decatur

Spring has sprung and it ’s a great time to step into the sunshine for a stroll through family-friendly downtown Decatur Be sure to say hello to glo’s friends at the The Grainer y and stop to see their spring selec tion of all that blooms and find some great gift ideas, too! With a sound selec tion of boutiques, gift shops, jewelr y stores, antique shopping and great restaurants, we think Decatur is a can’t-miss for your spring weekend shopping trips So grab the gals, put on your spring-time walk ing shoes and enjoy a sunny afternoon among the historic buildings in downtown Decatur

gloshops B e r n e

Shop Berne

Spring is the season for added focus on being healthy so why not take a trip to Berne to talk with the professionals at Ear then Treasures Natural Food Market? Selec t from a huge array of organic foods, supplements, aromatherapy produc ts, nuts, honey and so much more. Selec t a weekend this month, grab the gals (or your guy) and enjoy all the great shopping available and soak in both sunshine and Swiss histor y in Berne

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9am-6pm, Sat. 9am-1pm

Shop Bluffton

Happy spring from the brick-lined streets of Bluffton where visitors are welcomed with friendly smiles at a quaint teahouse, grand old buildings, local antique shops and bakeries And in this season of both spring and Easter brunch find the prettiest table arrangement to add spring to the indoors and dress up your Sunday brunch table at Bluffton’s popular florist, A Per fec t Blend

gloshops W A Y N E D A L E

Shop Waynedale

Look ing for great buys to refresh your attire this spring? If so, Waynedale offers some of the sweetest deals for you Just 3 miles southwest of For t Wayne (on State Roads 1 and 3), enter Waynedale and say hello to Glo’s friends at Something Old, Something New for fresh fashion, shoes, purses, jewelr y and more and all at amazing prices See all their great buys and check out all the town of Waynedale has to offer

It’s estimated that $2.94 billion dollars will be spent on clothing for the Easter holiday this year. That’s with a “b,” like bunny.

Shop Columbia Cit y

Vintage Antique Marketplace & Café

West End Shops

West End Shops, For t Wayne

The sunshine is getting brighter, temps are slightly warmer and it ’s a great time to hop over to downtown For t Wayne and its West End Shops for spring-like Easter selec tions Find a new dress or outfit for you and the family, enjoy a great brunch and gather basket goodies Above all, enjoy a great day shopping with the gals and check off some to-do’s on your list We think the some-bunnies in your life will be glad you did.

The V intage Antique Marketplace & Café is a hopp'n place, offering shoppers from near and far with new inventor y on a daily basis

O wned by three area women, this large, beautiful, old church was conver ted into a fabulous venue. The upper level has two areas. In the sanc tuar y with its gorgeous all-encompassing stain glass windows is where you will find antiques On the other side of the upper level is the Farmhouse Room I t is loaded with awesome farmhouse furniture and home décor The lower level spor ts all of the repurposed, restored, unique consignment pieces and a café that is just splendid! I t ’s a unique, new shopping experience for glo gals ever ywhere

Are you an aspiring ar tist or do you enjoy refinishing furniture and more?

Great! Check out V intage Antique Marketplace’s paint, brushes and all their DIY supplies. Too, DIY workshops are available to learn new painting techniques.

And, of course, be sure to stop in the Church Café for a bite and tr y some of their scrumptious desser ts

Check them out on Facebook or at vintageantiquemarketplace com, or give them a call at 260 248 7479

With plentiful shops lining the streets of downtown, great buys, unique boutiques (be sure to check out Outer Grace Boutique!), var ying fashion styles for anyone, as well as antiques galore, fine dining and great coffee shops, downtown For t Wayne is an egg-stra special place to be this season

Date Night

Relaxed & Refreshed

By Cour tney Rawlinson

Spring can be a challenging time of year to make plans One day sunshine warms the skin; the nex t, we grab the raincoat. So, instead of planning around the weather or tr ying to keep up with the great hustle ‘n’ bustle For t Wayne has to offer, just relax with a ‘date night ’ in your own kitchen

Try this:

An early evening dinner with your honey can be enjoyed by opening the windows and cook ing a delicious, yet healthy meal together with some happy background music of your choice, and perhaps a little dancing around the k itchen Sounds romantic, right? (O f course, not all singing voices will be in tune and the dances moves may be even worse but this won’t affec t how the food tastes.) And remember to laugh at yourself. I t ’s good for you.

GOOD EATIN’ MENU

Appetizer – have this ready ahead of time, so you may nibble while mak ing the main meal and desser t together Star t with some easy-to-make cucumber hummus bites Slice crisp cucumbers, spread on hummus and top with cherr y tomatoes Easy and tasty!

Dinner – should be clean and light, but still satisfy with a full-belly (but not bloated!) feeling A lemon basil baked salmon would be a great dinner for this spring evening

Desser t – it is possible to tame the sweet tooth and keep the healthy-eating lifestyle. Enjoy scoops of frozen yogur t, or make your own FroYo Berr y Bites Check out recipes on asweetlife org

Wine – A white Riesling will be a great addition to the meal (especially the berr y desser t!).

What to wear?

Relaxation rules with the outfit for this date So step aside stilettos and bring on some socks! For this date, dressing casual and coz y is key. To do so, take glo’s advice and rock some sweatpants, warm socks and a light, off-the-shoulder top

Soak it up

Cook ing this relaxing, fun ‘n refreshing dinner with your man is only half the fun Prepare this healthy spring meal in time to sip a glass of wine as the sun begins to set Watch the sunset together Sip your wine Soak up the moment

Spring time is all about feeling renewed and refreshed. This date is perfec t for an early April evening, as the mix of calming music, fresh spring air and the delicious meal is all celebrated together in happy spirits a

Did you know?

Monthly breast self-exams can help you know how your breasts normally look and feel, and detect any changes quickly. You are looking for a lump or any change that stands out as different. Most breast changes or lumps are not cancerous, but only a health care provider can tell you for sure. We recommend performing self-exams at the same time every month, a few days after your period ends, and scheduling a screening mammogram annually.

E aster

What we know as Easter egg decorating originated from P ysank a (pih-sahn-KIH), the Ukrainian egg that is decorated with intricate designs.

D yeing real, live chicks different colors during Easter time is ac tually quite the controversy. Let ’s keep the pink and blue chicks to Peeps!

Want Good Friday off work?

Star t petitioning because it ’s only a recognized holiday in 12 out of 50 states

Ear th Day is the largest non-religious holiday in the world. It ’s celebrated by more than a billion people across the globe each year.

90 million chocolate bunnies, 16 million jelly beans and 700 million Peeps are purchased during Easter season. Sweet tooth, anyone?

The tallest chocolate Easter egg ever produced stood at a height of nearly 34 feet.

The celebration of the first Ear th Day is what prompted the Environmental Movement.

How was the first Ear th Day celebrated?

In 1970, 20 million people protested the industrial revolution.

We know April 22 as Ear th Day, but in the UN, it is referred to as “International Mother Earth Day.”

This year ’s Ear th Day theme is ‘End Plastic Pollution.’a

Tapestry: A Day For You

By Haiden Steingass

Ladies, it ’s time to celebrate you! Tapestr y, an uplifting annual event for women, will take place Friday, April 27 from 7:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Allen Count y War Memorial Coliseum Tapestr y has been celebrated ever y year since 2002 and is a day focused on inspiration, renewal and education, welcoming all women in all stages of life, while also raising funds for scholarships.

Guests are invited to spend the day shopping, relaxing with friends and listening to enter taining and educational guest speakers Most importantly, the day is about having fun and tak ing a load off

This year ’s keynote speaker is Jane Seymour, star of “Dr. Quinn: Medicine Woman, ” Emmy and Golden Globe winner Seymour is a humanitarian, author, ar tist, entrepreneur and a mother and grandmother At Tapestr y, she will share a bit of encouragement and wisdom she has gained from her career, as well as life’s challenges.

At the event, guests will have the chance to shop items from more than 165 sponsors and boutiques, as well as take par t in a silent auc tion. Throughout the day, there will be 14 different educational breakout sessions that focus on topics like cook ing, design, stress relief, weight loss, self-defense, women’s medical and heath related issues

While enjoying a much-needed day off, there is a deeper meaning behind Tapestr y. The event is in place to help other women reach their educational goals. Proceeds raised suppor t the Tapestr y Parkview Endowment and Scholarship funds and provide scholarships to students in the field of health and sciences In the past 16 years, more than $900,000 has been raised, and 78 students have received scholarships And this year, $65,000 in scholarships will be given away at Tapestr y

“While Tapestry is one of the most fun, encouraging days of the year, its impact lasts far longer than one out of 365 days,” said Kathleen Jackson, Tapestry project manager. “Every year when I meet the scholarship recipients, I realize how important Tapestry is, and I get excited when I think about all the lives we’ve touched. We truly make a difference in their futures.”

Tickets for Tapestry are $75 per open seating registration and $800 for a reserved table for 10. For more information about the event, call 260.481.6854 or visit www.ipfw.edu/tapestry.

And for all gals attending Tapestry, be sure to visit the glo Magazine booth to say hello. We would love to meet you! a

2018. The 2018 Tapestry Scholarship Recipients, as well as the 2018 Linda L. Ruffolo Award Honoree, Mary Ann Ziembo, will be recognized at the event.

Chappell

Bottoms-up! Bottoms-up!

Raspberry Beer Cocktail

By Sue Rawlinson

It ’s easy, refreshing, prett y and a per fec t sipper for your early spring days

Enjoy this Raspberr y Beer Cocktail recipe, per fec t for the 21 and over crowd at your nex t spring gathering

Ingredients*

• 3/4 cup frozen raspberries (or fresh, slightly muddled)

• 3 (12-ounce) bottles beer, chilled

• 1 (12 ounce) container frozen raspberr y lemonade concentrate, thawed

• ½ cup vodk a

Garnish: lime slices

Direc tions

1 Stir together first four ingredients Ser ve over ice

2 Garnish, if desired a *Allrecipes com

Spring Onion Fritatta

By Sue Rawlinson

The scent of sliced scallions is just one way spring energetically exer ts its brilliance. So why not satiate the taste buds with a tast y, color ful, festive dish that ’s per fec t for your Easter brunch? Bring a little ex tra sunshine to your family ’s morning with this great recipe by loveandlemons.com.

Ingredients:

6 eggs

¼ cup milk

olive oil, to coat pan

4 thin spring onions, chopped small, plus slice a few into thin ver tical strips

½ cup chopped asparagus tips

1 garlic clove, minced

½ cup frozen peas, thawed

¼ cup fresh mozzarella pieces

¼ cup crumbled feta

¼ cup chopped tarragon

salt and pepper

a few pinches of red pepper flakes

Instructions:

1 Preheat oven to 375 degrees F

2. In a medium (8-inch) cast iron or oven-safe non-stick sk illet, lightly sauté the chopped onions and asparagus pieces in a bit of olive oil, salt and pepper Remove from the pan after just a few minutes.

3 Blend the eggs, garlic, water, salt and pepper in a blender until combined and lightly foamy

4 Wipe out the sk illet you used previously and coat it with a bit of olive oil. Pour in the eggs and add half of the veggies

and half of the cheeses Put the sk illet in the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the frittata begins to set but is still uncooked on top. Carefully, (without moving the sk illet around too much), add the rest of the veggies and the cheeses Continue to bake for another 10-15 minutes or until the edges of the frittata are golden brown and the eggs are set.

5 Top with chopped tarragon, a grind of pepper and a few red pepper flakes Let cool before slicing *loveandlemons com a

April to -do list . . .

2-6 | Monday-Friday | Spring Break Camp 2018

Choose from daily camps Campers supply their own lunch For children

5-11

• Monday, Jurassic Adventure

• Tuesday, Seussian Science

• Wednesday, Out of This World!

• Thursday, Wild Things

• Friday, Medieval Marvels

$30 for nonmembers, $25 for deluxe members Registration deadline 10

a m one week before each camp

8:30 a m check-in, 9 a m -4 p m program, Science Central, 1950 N Clinton St , Fort Wayne 260 424 2400, sciencecentral org

3, 10, 17, 24 | Tuesday | Little River Ramblers

Hike and explore the interesting plants and wildlife of Eagle Marsh Sponsored by Little River Wetlands Project Free admission

9 a m -11 p m , Eagle Marsh barn, 6801 Engle Road, Fort Wayne 260 478 2515, info@lrwp org, lrwp org

3-5 | Tuesday-Thursday | Spring Break Bash

Free activities at Honeywell Foundation properties

• Art activities, 9:30 a m and 12:30

p m Tuesday through Thursday, Honeywell Center and 10:30 a m and 1:30 p m Tuesday through Thursday, Charley Creek Gardens

• Roller skating, 11:30 a m -12:30 p m and 2:30 p m -3:30 p m

Tuesday through Thursday, Honeywell Skating Rink

• Movies, 1 p m and 7 p m Tuesday through Thursday, Honeywell Center Ford Theater

6 | Friday | Auburn First Friday

Late night shopping, live entertainment, local culinary delights, locally crafted beverages, more Free admission 5 p m -8 p m , downtown Auburn 260 333 0883

7 | Saturday | Spiritual Wisdom on Solving Problems

Topics include conquering fear, this is why we have problems, a spiritual exercise to start the day right and more Presented by Eckankar Free admission to all, regardless of belief; free book at eckankar org 11 a m 12:15 p m , Globe Room, Allen County Downtown Library, 900 Library Plaza, Fort Wayne 260 466 3823, eck-indiana org

11 | Wednesday | Short Hikes for Short Legs: Pond Dipping

Learn about swimmers, wigglers and things that go hop in the water Boots recommended Free admission, open to children 3-5 accompanied by responsible adult 9 a m -10 a m , Eagle Marsh barn, 6801 Engle Road, Fort Wayne 260 478 2515, info@lrwp org, lrwp org

11 | Wednesday | Buddy

The Buddy Holly Story

Musical telling the story of Buddy Holly’s brief but spectacular career Includes such classics as “That’ll Be the Day,” “Oh, Boy,” “La Bamba,” and “Chantilly Lace ”

$55/$40/$25 7:30 p m , Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 800 745 3000, fwembassytheatre org

11-15 | Wednesday-Sunday | Vera Bradley Outlet Sale

By Ray Balogh

1 | Sunday | Flea Market

Nearly 100 indoor vendors, hot food available Sponsored by the Adams County Coin Club 8 a m -3 p m , Riverside Center, 231 E Monroe St (Highway 224 East), Decatur Contact Carla at 260 517 8182, facebook com/decaturindianafleamarket

1-8 | Tuesday through Sunday | “Fairy Tales”

Winter Garden Exhibit

Adults $5, children (3-17) $3, children (2 and under) free 10 a m -5 p m Tuesday through Saturday (until 8 p m Thursday), noon-4 p m Sunday, Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S Calhoun St , Fort Wayne 260 427 6440, botanicalconservatory org

1-30

| Tuesday-Sunday | Traveling Exhibitions

• American Brilliant Cut Glass: New World Innovation from 1876-1917 (ongoing)

• 2018 Scholastic Art and Writing Award Winners (through April 8)

• This Marvelous and Turbulent World by Andrew Schoultz (through May 27)

Adults $7, students (pre-K through college) $5, seniors (65 and older) $5, families $20, free general admission 5 p m -8 p m Thursday, $1 last Saturday of each month 10 a m -6 p m Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday; 10 a m -8 p m Thursday; noon-5 p m Sunday (closed Mondays), Fort Wayne Museum of Art, 311 E Main St , Fort Wayne 260 422 6467, fwmoa org

• Tours, 1 p m -3 p m Thursday, Dr Ford Historic Home 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

5 | Thursday | Ron “Tater Salad” White Blue Collar Comedy funnyman relates humorous tales from his real life For mature audiences $125/$69/$49/$35

7:30 p m , Legacy Hall, Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

5-7 | Thursday-Saturday | Diamond Days

Save up to 50 percent on all loose diamonds and diamond jewelry, register to win 1/2-carat diamond 9 a m -6

p m Thursday and Friday, 9 a m-5 p m Saturday Eichhorn Jewelry, 120 N 2nd St , Decatur 260 724 2621 or 800 589 2621, eichhornjewelry com

Amazing deals on retired and overstock items, great product selection Multiple ticketed sessions Wednesday through Friday; open free to public Saturday and Sunday $5 per person Parking $5 main lot, $8 preferred lot 7:30 a m -8:30 p m Wednesday through Friday, 8 a m -8 p m Saturday, 10 a m -5 p m Sunday, Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, 4000 Parnell Ave , Fort Wayne 260 482 9502, memorialcoliseum com

12 | Thursday | Breakfast on the Marsh: Bird Counting

Ed and Cynthia Powers of the Audubon Society will discuss the results from bird monitoring at Eagle Marsh Call to preregister Free admission 8:30 a m -9:45 a m , Indiana Wesleyan Education & Conference Center, Room 102/104, 8211 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 260 478 2515, info@lrwp org, lrwp org

Francine’s Friends

Mobile Mammography Coach Schedule

For an appointment, c all 260.483.1847 or 1.800.727.8439, ext. 68120. Walk-in openings are available depending on schedule.

Fitness - 2934 E. DuPont Road, For t Wayne

Physicians Group - 1331 Minnich Road, New Haven

- 621 Countr y Side Drive, Columbia City

Care Center - 1649 Spy Run, For t Wayne

t - 2501 Walton Blvd., Warsaw

S ubway - 1812 S. Wabash St., Wabash

4.16 Woodlan Jr./Sr. High School - 17215 Woodburn Road, Woodburn

4.17 Rural King - 629 N. 13th St., Dec atur

4.18 Projec t Hoffnung - 3659 Buckskin Road, Hicksville, OH

4.21 Relay for Life of Wabash County - 1 S quire Drive, Nor th Manchester

4.23 Kroger - 6002 St. Joe Center Road, For t Wayne

4.26 Prairie Heights Community Schools - 0305 S. 1150 E., LaGrange

4.30 Max Fitness - 6002 W. Dupont Road, For t Wayne

12 | Thursday | Indiana — Crossroads of America

Todd Pelfrey will present “Fort Wayne Innovations and Products ” Refreshments will be served $20; reservations required 9 a m -11:30 a m

Historic Sweeney Homestead, 1424 W Jefferson Blvd Register at 260 747 1229 settlersinc org

12 | Thursday | Girls Night Out

Fun, sales, specials, refreshments, prizes and more at local shops, boutiques, businesses and eateries Free admission 5 p m -8 p m , downtown Auburn 260 333 0238

12 | Thursday |

“Weird Al” Yankovic

Famed comic musician appears on his Ridiculously Self-Indulgent IllAdvised Vanity Tour Special guest

Emo Philips $75/$46/$34 7:30 p m , Ford Theater, Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

12-13 | Thursday-Friday | Spring Makeup Event

Reserve an appointment for a professional Mukha Makeup application $50 deposit required to RSVP 10 a m -5 p m Thursday, 9 a m -4 p m Friday, Aspire Plastic Surgery and Medical Spa, 7735 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 260 427 7473, aspireplasticsurgery com

14 | Saturday |

Decatur Artisan Craft Market

Craft vendors and direct sellers of handmade crafts, jewelry, candles, soaps, baked goods, home decor, clothing and accessories, wood and metal items Breakfast and lunch available Free admission

9 a m -1 p m , Riverside Center, 231 E Monroe St , Decatur 260 223 7828

18 | Wednesday | Aaron Lewis

Singer-songwriter presenting new take on classic sound of outlaw country legends like Waylon Jennings, Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson and Hank Williams $75/$45/$30 7:30 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

21-22 | Saturday-Sunday |

Northern Indiana Pet Expo

Free education sessions, dog park, kids’ activity zone, balloon animals

Microchipping available for $15 Adults $5, seniors 60 and over and children 6-12 $3; children 5 and under free, dogs and cats $1 Parking $5 main lot, $8 preferred lot

11 a m -4 p m , Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, 4000 Parnell Ave , Fort Wayne 260 482 9502, memorialcoliseum com

22 | Sunday |

Earth Day Fort Wayne

Earth Day activities, displays and speakers; food trucks, farmer’s market Free admission 1 p m -5 p m , Eagle Marsh, 6801 Engle Road, Fort Wayne 260 478 2515, info@lrwp org, lrwp org

26 | Thursday |

Cinderella

Hilarious and romantic contemporary rendition of the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic $58/$45/$35

7:30 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

26 | Thursday |

Empower Her World

A fabulous evening of fashion and culture International style show, world marketplace, entertainment, gourmet food, refreshments Proceeds to Creative Women of the World $75/person 6 p m -8:30 p m , Women's Center, Saint Francis downtown campus, 431 W Berry St , Fort Wayne 260 267 9048

27 | Friday |

Tapestry: A Day for You

A full day of inspiration, renewal and education for women in all stages of life Keynote speaker Jane Seymour Proceeds go to scholarships for IPFW health and human services students

$75 per person, $800 for table of 10 Parking $5 main lot, $8 preferred lot 7:30 a m , Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, 4000 Parnell Ave , Fort Wayne 260 482 9502, memorialcoliseum com

27 | Friday | A

Taste of Italy

Wine and food pairing event

Authentic five-course Italian meal paired expertly with Vino Indiana wine selections Wine available at wholesale prices Reservations limited to the first 50 $70/person 6:30 p m -9 p m , The Charles Fort Wayne Event Center, 3127 Carroll Road, Fort Wayne 260 637 3643, thecharlesfortwayne com

27 | Friday |

Frogs

Russ Voorhees leads an evening hike to learn about the variety of frogs populating the marsh 6:30 p m -8 p m , Eagle Marsh, 6801 Engle Road, Fort Wayne 260 478 2515, info@lrwp org, lrwp org

27 | Friday |

Serving Our Seniors Munch and

Movie

Celebrate Arbor Day and Easter with a popular movie and luncheon Free admission 1:30 p m, Life Care Center, 1649 Spy Run Ave , Fort Wayne RSVP to 260 422 8520, lifecarecenteroffortwaynein com

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glo-roscopes april 2018

By Julie Young

Aries (March 21 - April 19)

When it comes to spring break destinations, you forge your own path instead of following the crowd to popular hot spots However, you always manage to find some little out-of-the-way hamlet that will be the envy of your social crowd when you return

Taurus (April 20 - May 20)

Why go away for spring break when there are so many places to visit close to home? Day trips are a great way to save money on accommodations and give you a chance to see and experience all that ’s in your own back yard. Explore your state and see what hidden gems you will find.

Gemini (May 21 - June 20)

As a natural born flir t, you can’t resist the crowds and adventure that await you in some of the most popular spring break destinations in the nation Go to those places where your communication sk ills will ser ve you best Who k nows? You may find someone special to talk to this year

Cancer ( June 21 - July 22)

Forget the beach; take your special someone on a spring break vacation that focuses on ar ts and culture Head to New York and take in a Broadway show, go to Chicago and visit the museums or head down to Williamsburg and witness living histor y. I t is sure to refresh the mind and spirit.

Leo ( July 23 - August 22)

Always ready to shine in the spotlight, what could be a better vacation than enter taining others? Leos can’t wait to dazzle and per form so perhaps you will score an oppor tunity to show off your sk ills on a cruise ship, hotel or comedy club For you, work is relaxation and you can’t get enough of the applause

Virgo (August 23 - September 22)

Nothing is more irresistible than a getaway far away from the noise and crowds of the city A mountain retreat, a peaceful spa or a coz y, countr y inn may be just what ’s needed to soothe the soul and recharge provided elec tronics are left at home.

Libra (September 23 - Oc tober 22)

Your ideal spring break getaway is focused on beauty ; beauty in nature and beauty within Don’t be surprised if you find yourself enjoying a scenic environment that is bookended with a trip to a top-notch salon and a shopping spree You’ll love the view as well as your new look

Scorpio (Oc tober 23 - November 21)

Leave it to you to fall head-over-heels in love during a week long vacation but remember whirlwind romances rarely lasts. When returning to your usual routine, you may find passions for this person have cooled. Don’t worr y The right person will arrive in due time

Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)

The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step and you rarely need plans to have the adventure of a lifetime Road maps are a waste and you prefer to rely on intuition to transpor t from one place to the nex t Your return home comes with the best stories and a new group of life-long friends

Capricorn (December 22 - Januar y 19)

With so much studying to do, who has time for a vacation? Well dear Capricorn, you spend entirely too much time with your nose in the books. While you may tell yourself that you’ll vacation when the work is done, chances are you won’t. Give yourself a few days off if you can’t manage the whole week

Aquarius ( Januar y 20 - Februar y 18)

Is it any surprise that your ideal vacation has something to do with water? The minute you k now the dates of spring break, you begin planning a great group getaway with friends Head for the beach, the lake or even a pond if that ’s all that ’s available The weirder your itinerar y, the better

Pisces (Februar y 19 - March 20)

Forget the fishing trip This spring break only a romantic fantasy will do Will you cosplay at a local comic con or will you head for a place k nown for its theatrical amusements and offerings. Bring someone along who will get in the game and enjoying creating a shared experience. a

Theme: Kenya and Beyond

Guest presenter: Grace Mwangi CWOW artisan from Kenya

APRIL 26

6-8:30 P.M. TICKET PRICES: $75

The Fort Wayne Womans Club UNIVERSITY OF SAINT FRANCIS

FUNDRAISER FOR CREATIVE WOMEN OF THE WORLD