July to-do list . . .

By Ray Balogh

Botanical Observatory

• “Migrations” live butterfly exhibit, (through July 7)

• “Botanica Jones: Merchant or Thief?” (July 13 through Nov. 17)

• “Jazzworks!” Saturday, July 20, $6/age 13 and older

• C.J. Chenier & the Red Hot Louisiana Band, Friday, July 26, $6/age 13 and older

Adults $5, children (3-17) $3, children (2 and under) free.

10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Thursday, noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St., Fort Wayne. 260.427.6440, botanicalconservatory.org.

Discover Roanoke events:

• “Migrations” live butterfly exhibit, (through July 7)

• “Botanica Jones: Merchant or Thief?” (July 13 through Nov. 17)

• “Jazzworks!” Saturday, July 20, $6/age 13 and older

• C.J. Chenier & the Red Hot Louisiana Band, Friday, July 26, $6/age 13 and older

Adults $5, children (3-17) $3, children (2 and under) free.

10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday, noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St., Fort Wayne. 260.427.6440, botanicalconservatory.org.

Embassy Theatre

“Summer Nights” series, 5 p.m. Wednesdays, $5 general admission, flex pass available

• July 3, Olivia Morris

• July 10, Todd Harrold Band

• July 17, Evon Sams Trio

• July 24, Dan Smyth

• July 31, Sunny Taylor

Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne. 800.745.3000, fwembassytheatre.org.

Honeywell Center

Free Movie Mondays, 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.

• July 1, How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World

• July 8, A Dog’s Way Home

• July 15, Mary Poppins Returns

• July 22, The House With a Clock in Its Walls

• July 29, Goosebumps 2

Other events:

• Alice Cooper, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 11, $54 to $775

• Killer Queen, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 13, $29 to $75

• Howl at the Moon: Dueling Pianos, 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 19, $20 general admission, reserved tables $80 and $160

Ford Theater, Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash. 260.563.1102, honeywellcenter.org.

Niswonger Performing Arts Center

• July 5, Lima Symphony Pops Orchestra

• July 12, Waylon, Willie, Cash: Outlaws & Highwaymen

• July 19, Satisfaction: The International Rolling Stones Show

Fountain Park, corner of West Main and Jefferson, Van Wert. 419.238.6722, npacvw.org.

Would you like to submit an event to be considered for glo’s To-Do List? Our deadline is the 6th of the month prior to publication. E-mail us your event 40 words or less to: rbalogh@the-papers. com. Please type ‘To-Do List’ in the subject line. Or you may mail info to glo, P.O. Box 188, Milford, IN 46542.

Francine’s Friends

Mobile Mammography Coach Schedule

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

2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | Tuesday |

Little River Ramblers

Hike and explore the interesting plants and wildlife of Eagle Marsh. Bring binoculars for a close-up view. Sponsored by Little River Wetlands Project. Free admission. 9 a.m.-11 p.m., Eagle Marsh west entrance, Aboite Road, Fort Wayne. 260.478.2515, info@lrwp.org, lrwp.org.

5 | Friday |

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.

5 | Friday |

First Friday

Live entertainment, food, kid’s activities, shopping, evening specials and more. Free admission. 5 p.m.-8 p.m., downtown Wabash. 260.563.0975, wabashmarketplace.org.

6, 13, 20, 27 | Saturday |

South Side Farmers Market

100 stands featuring produce, hand-crafted items, antiques, fresh baked goods, eggs, local honey, hormone-free pork and chicken. Master gardeners on hand to answer questions. Free admission. 7 a.m.1 p.m., 3300 Warsaw St., Fort Wayne. 260.456.8255 or 260.456.1228, southsidefarmersmarket.com.

6, 13, 20, 27 | Saturday |

YLNI Farmers Market

Fresh and unique local produce, plants, meats, baked goods, and homemade crafts in producer-only market. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 302 E. Berry St., Fort Wayne. 260.527.0060, ylni.org/farmers-market.

7 | 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.

11 | Thursday |

Breakfast on the Marsh: More Than Monarchs

— A Tale of Migration

For 50 years and older. A light breakfast will be served. 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.

12-13 | Friday-Saturday | Music Fest XXV

Musical entertainment from jazz to country, parade, kids’ games, fireworks, special merchant sales. Free admission. 2 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday, 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, downtown Fremont. 260.495.7805, fremontchamber.org.

12-14 | Friday-Sunday | Angola Balloons Aloft

Hot air balloon pilots compete for prizes over northern Indiana lakes country. Kids’ zone, classic car show, petting zoo, nighttime illuminations. Free admission. 5:15 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Friday, 7 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Saturday, 7 a.m.-9 a.m., Angola High School, 350 S. John McBride Ave. 800.525.3101, angolaballoonsaloft.com.

12-20 | Monday-Sunday | Three Rivers Festival

Live music, food, parade, shopping, art, carnival rides. Free admission. Headwaters Park, 333 S. Clinton St., Fort Wayne. 260.426.5556, threeriversfestival.org.

17 | Wednesday | Short Hikes for Short Legs: Secondary Signs

Learn how to tell a herbivore from a carnivore by looking at the skull and see how an animal’s scat and tracks tell more than what it ate or what direction it was going. 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.

18-20 | Thursday-Saturday | St. Joe Pickle Festival

Pickle people, pickle pepper poker walk, pickle derby, pickle tastings, fish fry, live music, parades, kids’ area, contests, vendors, fireworks. Free admission. Riverdale Elementary School, 6127 IN 1, St Joe. 260.337.5461, stjoepicklefestival.org.

25 | Thursday | Ombudsman Training

Have lunch and learn about serving people living in area nursing homes. Free admission. Register by July 19 by calling Aisha R. Arrington at 260.459.3161. 11 a.m., Hall’s The Deck, 305 E. Superior St., Fort Wayne. doingthegood-ombudsman.org.

25-27 | Thursday-Saturday | Swiss Days

Food, crafts, competitions, family-friendly rides, quilt show, horse pull, concerts, tours, polka music, parade, games. Free admission. Downtown Berne. 260.589.8080, swissdaysberne.com.

25-27 | Thursday-Saturday |

Fun Fest By the River

Kids’ activities; car, truck, motorcycles shows; food and craft vendors; parade; live music. Free admission. Market Square, downtown North Manchester. 260.982.7644, northmanchesterchamber.com.

26 | Friday |

Color to the Classics:

Celebrate Christmas in July

Bring your own materials or buy for $5 at the door. Refreshments, door prizes, devotions, freebies. Children welcome. 10 a.m.-noon, First Assembly of God, Room 37 (use Door #16), 1400 W. Washington Center Road, Fort Wayne. 260.227.2716.

26 | Friday |

Serving Our Seniors Munch and Movie

Independence Day — Patriotic Pride. Free admission. 1:30 p.m., Life Care Center, 1649 Spy Run Ave., Fort Wayne. RSVP to Diana Mohr at 260.449.6806, lifecarecenteroffortwaynein.com.

27 | Saturday |

Wildflowers

Public hike to learn about flowers in bloom and the basics of how to identify them. Boots recommended. Free admission. 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Eagle Marsh barn, 6801 Engle Road, Fort Wayne. 260.478.2515, info@lrwp.org, lrwp.org.

27 | Saturday |

11th Annual Dixie Day Festival and Art Fair

Dixie sternwheler cruises; 5K; arts and crafts fair; open air market; antiques; car, truck, tractor shows; food court; boat dealer and snowmobile shows. Free admission. Downtown North Webster. 574.834.7076, northwebster.com.

27-28 | Saturday-Sunday |

Vermont Settlement Festival

Family fun, primitive village, car show, parade, mud volleyball, arts and crafts, concessions. Free admission. Town Park, Orland. 260.829.6411, orlandchamber.net.

27-Aug. 11 | Friday-Sunday |

“Chitty Chitty Bang Bang”

Fort Wayne Civic Theatre presents the high-flying musical with a magical car. Rated G. Tickets start at $20. 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, Art United Center, 303 E. Main St., Fort Wayne. 260.424.5220, fwcivic.org. a