WayNet News 2004 Archive

WayNet News
Volume 04, Issue 03-11

LOCATE CHILDCARE PROVIDERS
Childcare providers that have registered with the state of Indiana may be located via a new database on the Access Indiana web site.
https://www.in.gov/apps/fssa/carefinder/

UPCOMING EVENTS & CLASSES
Technology Fair at IU East - Making IT Happen:
http://www.iue.edu/mith/

Upcoming Classes at the Extended Learning Department at IU East
http://www.iue.edu/Departments/con_stud/

    Spanish for Beginners II
    - Registration Deadline April 15
    Strategies for Living Debt Free in the New Millennium
    - Registration Deadline March 22
    Planning for Successful Retirement
    - Registration Deadline March 26
    Managing Information in Transitional Times
    - Registration Deadline March 24
    Advanced Microsoft Word XP
    - Registration Deadline April 12
    Advanced Microsoft Excel XP
    - Registration Deadline April 20
    Beginning Microsoft Access XP
    - Registration Deadline March 21
    Intermediate Microsoft Access XP
    - Registration Deadline April 2
    Creating Web Pages Using HTML
    - Registration Deadline March 30

GET A LEG UP ON THE SEASON
Are you itching to get out and stretch your legs? Achieva Resources (formerly Green Acres) is sponsoring the Disability Awareness 5K Run/Walk on March 27th. The Run/Walk begins at 11:00. For only $15 you get some great exercise, a tee-shirt and water bottle and the satisfaction of knowing you're supporting a great organization.
http://www.achievaresources.org/

Find more run/walk events in Wayne County:
WayNet > Sports/Recreation > Running
http://www.waynet.org/recreation/running.htm

EMPLOYMENT UPDATE
Richmond WorkOne, the local workforce development center, now has a new web address. Their web site includes information for both the job seeker and employers.
http://www.workonerichmond.org/

WayNet > Employment
http://www.waynet.org/employment/

THIS OLD HOUSE
There are some outstanding examples of historic architecture in our community. If your family is brave enough to tackle one of these handyman specials, the community applauds you for your commitment in preserving our heritage.

Here are some helpful links:
Multiple links from the National Park Service
http://www.cr.nps.gov/buildings.htm

Tips for Choosing an Architect or Contractor
http://www.nationaltrust.org/help/choosing_a_builder.html

Historic Home Rehabilitation Links
http://www.nationaltrust.org/help/links_historic.html

Old House Tool Kit from About.com
http://architecture.about.com/library/bl-historic.htm

Explore some of Richmond's historic districts:
Starr Historic District
http://www.waynet.org/nonprofit/starr_district.htm

Old Richmond
http://www.waynet.org/nonprofit/old_richmond_historic_district.htm

Railroad Depot Historic District
http://www.waynet.org/nonprofit/depot.htm

THIS WEEKEND IN WAYNE COUNTY
Don't miss "Lawrence of Arabia" - playing Friday and Saturday night at Richmond Civic Theatre, 7:30 p.m.. Only $2.00/person!!

Richmond Civic Theatre's Classic Movie Series
    http://www.richmondcivictheatre.org/special%20events%20page.htm
Internet Movie Database: Lawrence of Arabia
    http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0056172/
Neigboring Darke County, OH native son, Lowell Thomas' connection
    http://www.pal-item.com/news/stories/20040309/today/44855.html

Before the movie, young professionals between the age of 21 and 39 are invited to connect with other young adults that live or work in Wayne County at the Young Adult Network Night, Friday this month at Civic Theatre, 1003 Main Street, Richmond.

Enjoy an evening of entertainment featuring Wayne County Youth performers. Exhibits and information about local resources supporting families and youth will be shared. Friday, March 12 at 7:00 p.m. at Northeastern High School. $5.00/person; $2.00/students/children.

It's Maple Syrup Time at Cope Environmental Center! For only $7.00 ($5.00/members) enjoy a Saturday morning of history, storytelling, a walk to the maple trees and a pancake breakfast. 10am-12noon
https://visitcope.org/

Support our troops and public workers at the Freedom Fountain at the corner of Main and North 5th Street each Saturday in March.

Kick up your heels at the monthly square dance sponsored by the local Hoosier Corners Square Dance Club, Saturday, March 13 at 7:30 p.m. at Richmond Senior Center, 1600 South 2nd Street, Richmond, IN.

Richmond Symphony Orchestra presents an All-Mozart program on Saturday, March 13 at 7:30 p.m. Adult: $23 and $28; Student: $13
http://www.richmondsymphony.org/

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