AmericanTowns is a virtual "town square", connecting you to all the events and news happening in Fort Wayne Indiana. Whether it's town issues and community activism, or school calendars and sports schedules, AmericanTowns delivers the information faster and helps you use it better. en-us 30 http://www.americantowns.com/in/fortwayne 144 69 http://www.americantowns.com/in/fortwayne http://www.americantowns.com/images/atn_rss_logo.gif Thu, 26 Nov 2009 07:11:57 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Can you enlighten on the environmental impact of the fashion industry? As I understand it, the industry overall is no friend to the... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 FT. WAYNE, IN----As Mitch’s Kids – Governor Mitch Daniels’ statewide initiative to reduce the achievement gap – enters its fifth year,... http://www.americantowns.com/in/fortwayne/news/mitch-s-kids-participants-improve-math-reading-skills-229682 http://www.americantowns.com/in/fortwayne/news/mitch-s-kids-participants-improve-math-reading-skills-229682 Schools and Libraries Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 The reports of Swine Flu in Indiana (official name, H1N1) are alarming, but as the virus remains in the headlines, experts are urging common-sense... http://www.americantowns.com/in/arcola/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-allen-county-226172 http://www.americantowns.com/in/arcola/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-allen-county-226172 Health and Fitness Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500  Oct. 29th, 30th, 31st, 2009 at 8PM GHF III productions presents, Playfair Winner 2009. Each year for the past 12 years playwrights... http://www.americantowns.com/in/fortwayne/news/playfair-winner-embrace-arms-by-linda-evans-222984 http://www.americantowns.com/in/fortwayne/news/playfair-winner-embrace-arms-by-linda-evans-222984 Arts and Entertainment Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Want a unique, fun activity for fall in the Allen County, IN area? Find apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for Allen County,... http://www.americantowns.com/in/arcola/news/allen-county-apple-picking-orchards-and-apple-farms-for-allen-county-220524 http://www.americantowns.com/in/arcola/news/allen-county-apple-picking-orchards-and-apple-farms-for-allen-county-220524 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:07:37 -0500 Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Allen County Indiana area. When there’s a crisp snap in the air,... http://www.americantowns.com/in/arcola/news/allen-county-pumpkin-patch-farms-and-pumpkin-picking-guide-allen-county-221483 http://www.americantowns.com/in/arcola/news/allen-county-pumpkin-patch-farms-and-pumpkin-picking-guide-allen-county-221483 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:07:19 -0500 The Macedonian Ball is the integration of Macedonian culture, heritage and fun within with friends and family alike. This year we are including; -... http://www.americantowns.com/in/fortwayne/news/macedonian-ball-219393 http://www.americantowns.com/in/fortwayne/news/macedonian-ball-219393 Arts and Entertainment Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a Indiana corn maze and it's a... http://www.americantowns.com/in/indianapolis/news/find-indiana-corn-mazes-get-lost-in-a-indiana-haunted-halloween-corn-maze-this-season-find-indiana-217146 http://www.americantowns.com/in/indianapolis/news/find-indiana-corn-mazes-get-lost-in-a-indiana-haunted-halloween-corn-maze-this-season-find-indiana-217146 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 By Marc Camoletti, Adapted by Robin Hawdon Directed by Christopher J Murphy This boulevard comedy was a smash hit in Paris, where it played for over... http://www.americantowns.com/in/fortwayne/news/don-t-dress-for-dinner-214960 http://www.americantowns.com/in/fortwayne/news/don-t-dress-for-dinner-214960 Arts and Entertainment Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Book by Walton Jones. Based on an idea by Walton Jones and Carol Lees. Music by various composers. Directed by Wayne Schaltenbrand. A different time... http://www.americantowns.com/in/fortwayne/news/the-1940-s-radio-hour-214966 http://www.americantowns.com/in/fortwayne/news/the-1940-s-radio-hour-214966 Arts and Entertainment Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 By Neil Simon Directed by Brian Schilb Middle-aged Barney Cashman who married his high school sweetheart wants to have one sweeping extra-marital... http://www.americantowns.com/in/fortwayne/news/last-of-the-red-hot-lovers-214969 http://www.americantowns.com/in/fortwayne/news/last-of-the-red-hot-lovers-214969 Arts and Entertainment Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 By Joseph Kesselring Directed by Christopher J Murphy A sip of wine and a splash of murder. The Brewster sisters give the holidays a slightly wicked... http://www.americantowns.com/in/fortwayne/news/arsenic-and-old-lace-214972 http://www.americantowns.com/in/fortwayne/news/arsenic-and-old-lace-214972 Arts and Entertainment Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Dear EarthTalk How can I make good use of the rainwater that runs down my roof and into my gutters? -- B.S. For most of us, the rain that... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-harvesting-rainwater-for-household-use-218211 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-harvesting-rainwater-for-household-use-218211 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 05 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: What effects do fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides used on residential lawns or on farms have on nearby water bodies like... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-pesticides-fertilizers-and-water-pollution-210999 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-pesticides-fertilizers-and-water-pollution-210999 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Are any major brands of disposable tissues, paper towels, napkins and toilet paper yet using recycled content and chlorine-free... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-disposable-paper-products-decimate-forests-212966 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-disposable-paper-products-decimate-forests-212966 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that environmental non-profits have been hit hard by the economic downturn, and has this had an impact on their... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-recession-hurts-green-group-efforts-216670 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-recession-hurts-green-group-efforts-216670 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: As I understand it, hair salons are pretty toxic enterprises on many counts. Are there any efforts underway to green up that... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-toxic-hair-salons-223417 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-toxic-hair-salons-223417 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: I recently had a tissue mineral analysis indicating that my levels of the nutritional element, molybdenum, were off the chart. ... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-high-molybdenum-levels-from-cookware-224917 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-high-molybdenum-levels-from-cookware-224917 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 From the spooky grin on a Halloween jack-o-lantern to the smiles from a Thanksgiving volunteer stint, we know you have some great pictures to... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/share-the-season-in-pictures-with-the-fort-wayne-community-224742 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/share-the-season-in-pictures-with-the-fort-wayne-community-224742 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Celebrities and billionaires are shelling out big bucks for cutting edge green-friendly cars like the Tesla Roadster. But what are... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-more-affordable-energy-efficient-cars-233627 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-more-affordable-energy-efficient-cars-233627 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Since Obama took office, have any new incentives been put in place for homeowners looking to increase energy efficiency and reduce... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-tax-incentives-for-energy-efficiency-209619 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-tax-incentives-for-energy-efficiency-209619 Clubs and Organizations Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: I am considering upgrading some older appliances in my home. Where can I find information on which models are the most energy... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-upgrading-older-appliances-215166 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-upgrading-older-appliances-215166 Clubs and Organizations Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: What would you recommend as a non-toxic/non-lethal way to keep squirrels, gophers and groundhogs away?   --... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-green-ways-to-keep-groundhogs-and-others-away-220110 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-green-ways-to-keep-groundhogs-and-others-away-220110 Clubs and Organizations Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Has anyone ever studied the environmental impact of discarded cigarettes? I’m constantly appalled at the number of drivers I see... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-cigarette-litter-231733 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-cigarette-litter-231733 Clubs and Organizations Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600