Lifeline Screenings
Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Wanatah will host LifeLine screenings on Sept. 18 at the church hall. The four tests are ultrasound screenings and the only clothing removed are socks and shoes. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in men and women in the United States. Appointments are necessary. For information, call (800) 395-1801.
Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Testing
A nurse will be at the Wanatah American Legion at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 27 for blood pressure and blood sugar screenings for the convenience of senior citizens.
Foot Screenings
Podiatrist William Roman will do foot screenings for seniors at 10:30 a.m. Sept. 10 at the Wanatah American Legion.
Scarecrow Festival Vendors
The Wanatah Scarecrow Festival Committee is looking for crafters and vendors for the festival Sept. 26, 27 and 28. For information, call (800) 584-1417 or 733-9651 or www.scarecrowfest.org.
New Pictorial History
The Wanatah Historical Society Museum has issued the second volume of "Wanatah, Indiana -- A Pictorial History." The cost is $22, which includes postage. It can be ordered from the Wanatah Historical Society, PO Box 156, Wanatah, IN 46390.
Meals on Wheels
Volunteer drivers are needed for the Wanatah area Meals on Wheels program. Volunteers must have a reliable car with insurance coverage and be able to give an hour and a half for the program.
Volunteers are in many cases the only person shut-ins will see during the day. Those in the Wanatah area interested in volunteering can call (219) 874-9117.
Mothers' and Fathers' Day out
Faith United Methodist Church hosts a Mothers' and Fathers' Day out from 8 to 11:30 AM on the second Saturday of each month with adult supervision for the children. Games, crafts and snacks are featured. Call (219) 733-2909 for information or to register.
Real Services Meals for Senior Citizens
Real Services Meals for Senior Citizens are served at the Koselke Mayfield American Legion Post in Wanatah Monday through Friday. Any senior citizen age 60 and older is eligible to attend dinner. Please call the legion at (219) 733-2832 by 10 AM to reserve a meal the day before you wish to attend.
Doors open at 10 AM and serving begins around 11:30. A donation of $3 is asked. The meals are nutritionally formulated for a good diet plan. Area seniors are invited to attend. Come and meet your contemporaries and neighbors and enjoy fellowship with them.
