Original Leisure & Entertainment

A filmmaker originally from Ft. Wayne, Cory Krueckeberg makes his Cinema Center debut later this month with the musical romance Glitter & Doom. The Homestead grad’s film opens at Cinema Center on April 19th, followed by a Q&A session featuring . . . Read More

A submitted poem by area resident Doug Bohs. When the Earth was still youngAnd could spin without formIt was struck by a massThat sheared off an orb The orb thought of leavingBut decided to stayIt circled the EarthStill not far away The Moon was now hereBut . . . Read More

How did early builders ensure the structures they were erecting were plumb vertically and horizontally? The principle they had observed is that a body of water is always horizontal, thus, a trough or channel filled with water can show horizontality. . . Read More

Despite being born with a disability in both arms, Ryan Niemiller, the self-proclaimed “Cripple Threat of Comedy” who finished 3rd in season 14 of NBC’s America’s Got Talent, will share his views of the world from the perspective of the disabled . . . Read More

On March 16, the third Saturday of March, quilters will once again be celebrating their special day. The National Quilt Alliance has partnered with the National Quilt Museum to draw attention to this special day with special signage and activities. . . Read More

Critics write articles about the death of the romantic comedy so often that the argument has become a trope much like those writers bemoan in the movies. The rom-com is not going to die. . . Read More

The idiom “time will tell” means that the truth or correctness of something will only be established at some time in the future. It’s used to express that the outcome of a situation is uncertain and can only be determined with time. . . Read More

Do you wonder about the history of women’s undergarments? From the time of our origins until the 1500s, NO underwear was worn. This made toileting, i.e. squatting, easy. So, what was the purpose of early undergarments? . . Read More

Washington Did Not Cut Down A Cherry Tree! According to Author Sarah Pruitt, when it comes to mythic American figures, George Washington leads the pack. Commander in chief of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War and the first president . . . Read More

Our vacuum cleaner, literally, was not up to snuff and didn’t seem to be sucking up dust and dirt like it used to so we took it to Ye Old Sweeper Shoppe on Bluffton Road in Waynedale where we had bought it a few years ago. . . Read More

Sometimes as a business owner, I need to go the extra mile for my customers. Sometimes it’s a small gesture like adding an extra piece of fabric to an order or tracking down a special craft kit that was near and dear to someone’s heart. . . Read More

Do you ever watch a heavy, emotional movie and need something silly to counter how you feel when the credits roll? This week, I am pairing Society of the Snow with two comedies for just that reason. . . Read More

The Zamboni ice resurfacer was invented by Frank Zamboni, an Italian immigrant born at the turn of the century. In 1920, Frank and his brothers opened an auto repair shop, but soon switched to building and installing large refrigeration units for the . . . Read More

When I heard what transpired at the Waynedale Kroger on Dec. 7, I was sick to my stomach. When Perla Nieto’s photo was shown on TV, I stopped short. I rarely shop at this Kroger, preferring the Southgate one with its Chase Bank, Dollar Tree, and . . . Read More

Usually when January comes around, we think about new beginnings rather than the past year. Some individuals love January because they welcome the lull that follows the hectic holiday season. Others dislike the effort it takes to begin again, whether . . . Read More

Another December is upon us as we end the year of 2023 and look forward to 2024. Many people use the month of December to review their goals and sometimes reflect on the ones not met. . . Read More

The European holiday customs centered around St. Nicholas, a charitable Catholic Turkish Bishop born in the 4th century, was associated with gift giving to children on December 6, St. Nicholas Day. . . Read More

December is that magical month of the year when many cultures and religions celebrate the darkest time of the year and the beginning of the return to light. This is a great time to involve children in preparing for their traditions and to learn and . . . Read More

Years ago, I was asked by the leaders of our congregation to be the music teacher to the children on Sundays. Many congregation members laughed when they heard about the assignment, but my children were the worst. . . Read More

If you still have a calendar stuck on your refrigerator or can hear radio and television ads you know we’ve been in the holiday season since Halloween. But if you’re from another planet – it’s possible – or don’t speak-the-language you . . . Read More

Stockings refer to over-the-knee hosiery. They have been worn by European noble men for horseback riding since the 15th & 16th centuries. In 1560, Queen Elizabeth I began wearing knit silk stockings for their softness and comfort. . . Read More

Fort Wayne Ballet is proud to present its annual production of The Nutcracker, running from December 1-10, 2023 at the Arts United Center. This classic Christmastime tradition features over 120 cast members and includes live music played by the Fort . . . Read More

Recently, I experienced a phase where everything and nothing looked good enough to watch. Fortunately, I found some options worth spending an evening or two on. Imagine crossing Jurassic Park with a David Attenborough documentary. . . Read More

As you read this, another city election has come and gone. I spent Election Day as I have the last few working as a poll worker. This year Election Day, once again, fell on my birthday as it happens every few years. . . Read More