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Raspberry-OrangePineapple Smoothie

By Sue Rawlinson

Hello, healthy mornings!

Great for your immune system, this smoothie is loaded with Vitamin-C, antioxidants and flavonoids to help keep a gal’s body healthy.

Note: I add a scoop of vanilla protein powder to sweeten it up a bit.

Ingredients*

• 1 cup vanilla almond milk

• 1 medium ripe banana

• 1 cup frozen raspberries

• 1 tablespoon frozen orange juice concentrate (or ½ cup real, squeezed orange juice)

• ½ cup pineapple juice

• 2 ice cubes

Direc tions

1. Combine all ingredients in blender. Cover and blend until smooth. a

By Ray Balogh

1 | Tuesday |

“The Cat in the Hat”

Musical adaptation of Dr Suess’ funny, mischievous cat who turns a rainy afternoon into an amazing adventure $6 Noon, Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

1 | Tuesday | “PJ Masks Live”

Super-heroic, brand new live musical show, featuring the heroes Catboy, Owlette and Gekko $46/$36 6 p m , Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 800 745 3000, fwembassytheatre org

1-31 | Tuesday-Sunday |

Traveling Exhibitions

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

1-through July 8

| Tuesday-Sunday |

“Bugs!” Live Butterfly 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, 8, 15, 22, 29

| 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

4 | 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

4 | Friday | Marquee Gala with Mandy Gonzalez

Take an exclusive seat on the actual stage of the Embassy for an intimate concert experience with Broadway sensation Mandy Gonzalez $250/person includes cocktails and four-course meal in the new ballroom Seating is limited 5 p m , Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 800 745 3000, fwembassytheatre org

4 | Friday | Jeanne Robertson

Clean, classy fun with humorist and former Miss Congeniality winner sharing stories of friends, family and everyday situations $36/$26/$29 7:30 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

4-5 | Friday-Saturday |

Open House and Plant Sale

Early Americana music, historic handarts, refreshments, bake sale

Basement plant sale with perennial “diggings” on the back lawn

Proceeds support the Homestead Parking by tennis courts 10 a m -4 p m Friday, 9 a m -noon Saturday (basement plant sale only on Saturday), Historic Swinney Homestead, 1424 W Jefferson Blvd 260 637 8622, settlersinc org

5 | Saturday | Dwight Yoakam

Country legend with more than 25 million albums sold, 21 Grammy Award nominations, multiple Grammy Award winner $100/$69/$49 7:30 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

6 | 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

8 | Tuesday | Tuxedo Junction

Big band concert and dance in Legacy Hall $5 general admission 2 p m -4 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

10 | Thursday | The Beach Boys

Relive the classic songs that epitomize the California lifestyle of sun, sand, surf and a simpler time $100/$69/$49/$35 7:30 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

11-13 | Friday-Sunday | Mother’s Day Plant Sale

More than 600 kinds of plants available for purchase: herbs, vegetable starts, flowering perennials, annuals, houseplants, mixed containers, hanging baskets, bonsai

4 p m -7 p m Friday, 10 a m -5 p m Saturday, noon-4 p m Sunday, McMillen Community Center, 3901 Abbott St , Fort Wayne 260 427 6440, botanicalconservatory 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.

Heritage Jr./Sr. High School - 13608 Monroeville Rd., Monroeville 5.07 YMC A Steuben County - 500 E. Harcour t Rd., Angola

5.09 Shawnee Middle School - 1000 E. Cook Rd., For t Wayne

5.10 Butler Elementar y School - 1025 S. Broadway St., Butler

5.11 PHP - 8101 W. Jefferson Blvd., For t Wayne

5.12 Grace Christian Church - 2727 Reed Rd., For t Wayne

5.14 Parkview Warsaw- 1355 Mariners Dr., Warsaw

5.15 Americ an Specialty- 7609 W. Jefferson Blvd., S uite 100, For t Wayne

5.17 Tri K appa DeK alb County PINK OUT - 107 N. Jackson St., Auburn

5.18 Life Care Center - 0770 N 075 E., LaGrange

5.25 Allen County Public Librar y - Grabill - 13521 Grabill Rd., Grabill

5.29 Cur ves- 102 Lincoln Hw y., New Haven

5.30 Parkview Outpatient Center- Inverness Medic al Park, 8028 Carnegie Blvd., For t Wayne

5.31 Sharing Peace Café - 4900 Fair field Ave., For t Wayne

12 | 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

12 | Saturday | Plant Sale

Huntington County Master Gardeners annual plant sale, including annuals, perennials, trees, garden accessories 8 a m -11 a m , Hiers Park, 547 S Briant St , Huntington 260 356 7136

12 | Saturday |

Noble County Master Gardener

Plant Sale

Hanging baskets and planters, bedding plants, tomatoes and vegetable plants, perennials, annuals, herbs, shrubs, bushes, grasses Gardening-related crafts Cash and checks only a m -2 p m , Floral Hall, Fairgrounds, 580 Fair St , Kendallville Call Jackie at 260 450 0567, facebook com/ncmg in

12 | Saturday | Spring Fling Celebration and Fundraiser

Dinner, live music, dessert bar Live auction with items such as pampered pet package, private cocktail party, family photo session, private dinner party Presented by Advance Rome City $50/person, $80/couple, $425/reserved table of 10 Doors open at 5 p m , dinner at 6 p m , Sylvan Cellars Event Center, 2725 E Northport Road, Rome City 260 854 2412, facebook com/advanceromecity

13 | Sunday | Mother’s Day Downtown

Free trolley rides and guides to connect you to great retail locations and restaurants around downtown while supporting Mother’s Day attractions and events Free admission 10 a m -4 p m , downtown Fort Wayne 260 420 3266, downtownfortwayne com

13 | Sunday | “Frozen”

Showing of 2013 hit movie Dress up as your favorite character and sing along to the soundtrack Arrive early for a pre-show Grande Page organ performance $10 general admission 2:30 p m , Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 800 745 3000, fwembassytheatre org

17 | Thursday | Pink Out Dekalb 2018

Breast cancer early detection and educational event Francine’s Friends Mobile Mammography, health and wellness fair, entertainment, parade 1 p m -7 p m , James Cultural Center, downtown Auburn 260 925 3000, trikappaauburn org

18 | Friday | Steve Martin and Martin Short

“An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life,” including stand-up, music, film clips and conversations about their show business experiences Including bluegrass band Steep Canyon Rangers $495/$155/$125 8 p m , Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 800 745 3000, fwembassytheatre org

19 | Saturday |

Get to Know the “O”

Ombudsman Long-Term Care Program of Northeast Indiana will recognize the Volunteer Ombudsman of the Year Learn how you can serve those living in nursing homes Free lunch 11:30 a m -1 p m , CASA, 6340 Stellhorn Road, Fort Wayne RSVP to Aisha at 260 469 3161 doingthegood-ombudsman org

19 | Saturday | Spring Haute Gathering Market

Indoor and outdoor market with unique shopping, delicious food, live entertainment with Sunny Taylor Free tote shopping bag to first 250 customers $5/person, raffle ticket with each paid admission; 18 and under free 11 a m -5 p m , Allen County Fairgrounds, 2726 Carroll Road, Fort Wayne facebook com/hautegatheringmarkets

19 | Saturday | 90th Anniversary

Community Celebration

Theater organist Mark Herman leads a recreated 1928 theater outing on the Grande Page pipe organ in honor of the grand opening of the Embassy Theatre Vaudeville stage acts, musical performances, black-and-white movie screening, red carpet arrival $9 7 p m , Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 800 745 3000, fwembassytheatre org

19 | Saturday |

“Andy Williams: Moon River and Me” by Jimmy Osmond

A touching tribute of music, nostalgic footage and special memories of Andy Williams, mentor and friend of Jimmy Osmond $45/$35/$25 7:30 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

20 | Sunday | Cherry Blossom Festival

Japanese folk dance, traditional music, contests, tea ceremony, karaoke, food, merchandise, bonsai exhibits Free admission Noon-5 p m , downtown library, 900 Library Plaza, Fort Wayne 260 704 3985 or 260 432 7780, cherryblossomfw com

20 | Sunday | Annual Princess Tea Party

Benefit for Destiny Rescue presents “Rapunzel’s Homecoming ” Enjoy a magical afternoon of high tea and events with the special little princesses in your life $45, children under 1 year free Parking $5 main lot, $8 preferred lot 4 p m -6 p m , Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, 4000 Parnell Ave , Fort Wayne 260 482 9502, memorialcoliseum com

20 | Sunday |

“The Something Different Tour in 3D”

Contemporary Christian band Sidewalk Prophets perform amidst cinematic 3D visuals $15 show only; $25 show and Q&A; $45 show, Q&A and VIP after party 7:30 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

23 | Wednesday | Short Hikes for Short Legs: Baby Birds and Building Nests

Learn about materials used to make birds nests and how they do it, make your own nest, hunt for nests on the marsh 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

25 | Friday | Serving Our Seniors Munch and Movie

Celebrating Mother’s Day and Prince Harry’s royal wedding day Free admission 1:30 p m, Life Care Center, 1649 Spy Run Ave , Fort Wayne RSVP to 260 422 8520, lifecarecenteroffortwaynein com

25-27 | Friday-Sunday | Northern Indiana Lakes Festival

5K run, paddle wars, lake education, food vendors, live music, parade, fireworks Free admission Noon-9 p m Friday, 9:30 a m -sunset Saturday, 1 p m -3 p m Sunday, Center Lake Park, 119 E, Canal St , Warsaw 574 372 5100, ext 6452; lakesfestival org

31 | Thursday | Tedeschi Truck Band

American blues rock group based in Jacksonville, Fla Their debut album, Revelator, won the 2012 Grammy Award for Best Blues Album

$59/$39 7:30 p m , Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 800 745 3000, fwembassytheatre org a

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