http://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/The latest local news from Lafayette/ West Lafayette, Indiana at OurTown.comen-usMon, 15 Mar 2010 11:07:50 GMT60http://www.ourtown.com/images/logo.pnghttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/WEST LAFAYETTE There will be an outdoor painting workshop taught by Ron Burgess at the Celery Bog, on Saturday, April 10 from noon to 4 p.m.Mon, 15 Mar 2010 05:46:29 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/12/painting-workshop-to-be-held-at-celery-bog.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/12/painting-workshop-to-be-held-at-celery-bog.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Wabash Center, Inc., a non-profit agency that serves children and adults with disabilities and special needs, has implemented changes in its business procedures in response to an external audit of the organizations financial records.Mon, 15 Mar 2010 05:13:36 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/12/wabash-center-implements-new-business-procedures.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/12/wabash-center-implements-new-business-procedures.htmlLAFAYETTE -- The Jazz Club presents the InterPlay Quartet in concert April 11 from 3-6:00 p.m. at Adelinos Old World Kitchen, 112 N. Third St. InterPlay includes local artists Ned Boyd, Lynn Colwell, Judd Danby and Don Nichols, and features Danbys original jazz works and spontaneous group improvisations.Sun, 14 Mar 2010 16:28:42 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/15/interplay-headlines-jazz-club-concert.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/15/interplay-headlines-jazz-club-concert.htmlLAFAYETTE High school boys basketball wrapped up for area teams this week with West Lafayette reaching the Class 3A regional finals while two others giving valiant efforts in regional semifinal play.Sun, 14 Mar 2010 16:24:41 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/15/wl-hoops-advance-to-regional-finals.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/15/wl-hoops-advance-to-regional-finals.htmlLAFAYETTE Ivy Tech Community College-Lafayette is offering grant-funded Certified Logistics Associate and Certified Logistics Technician training and certification. The cost of the course is funded by a High Growth and Emerging Industries job training grant authorized by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:03:27 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/12/ivy-tech-offers-logistics-training-certification.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/12/ivy-tech-offers-logistics-training-certification.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Tippy Connect and Greater Lafayette Commerce has opened nominations for the Tippy Connect Top 10 Under 40 Awards. These awards celebrate and promote the contributions of young professionals in the Greater Lafayette community. The annual awards luncheon will be held on Tuesday, April 27 at the Holiday Inn City Center at 11:30 a.m.Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:01:08 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/12/tippy-connect-announces-top-10-under-40-nominations.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/12/tippy-connect-announces-top-10-under-40-nominations.htmlLAFAYETTE The Alpha Sigma Kappa chapter of Phi Theta Kappa received the Distinguished Chapter Award at the honor societys Indiana regional convention held February 26-28 in Logansport. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:58:44 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/12/phi-theta-kappa-receives-regional-honor.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/12/phi-theta-kappa-receives-regional-honor.htmlINDIANAPOLIS Two West Lafayette women were among 10 winners of the fourth annual Celebration of Hoosier Women Artists competition. Genevieve Borden was named a winner for her work titled Migration. Catherine Riley was also named a winner for her work titled Sunflower.Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:53:15 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/12/borden-riley-named-winners-of-statewide-women-artists-contest.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/12/borden-riley-named-winners-of-statewide-women-artists-contest.htmlWEST LAFAYETTE -- Purdue's Spring Break is finally here, which means a few changes to the CityBus schedule:Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:46:30 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/12/citybus-sets-purdues-spring-break-schedule.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/12/citybus-sets-purdues-spring-break-schedule.htmlLAFAYETTE -- If you are interested in any of these volunteer opportunities call the United Way of Greater Lafayette at 742-9077 x 227, email samantha@uw.lafayette.in.us, or check out our website www.glvb.org. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:44:11 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/12/united-way-volunteer-column-march-12.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/12/united-way-volunteer-column-march-12.htmlBY MEGHAN CHANCY LEDINGTON. OURTOWN.COM. WEST LAFAYETTE The YWCA Greater Lafayette recognized the achievements and contributions of nine local women at the annual YWCA Salute to Women Banquet on Tuesday, March 2 at the Purdue Memorial Union Ballrooms.Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:07:04 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/9-honored-at-ywca-salute-to-women-banquet.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/9-honored-at-ywca-salute-to-women-banquet.htmlWEST LAFAYETTE West Lafayette Community School Corp superintendent Rocky Killion will speak with the New Chauncey Neighborhood Association Wednesday, March 28 about the May 4th referendum at the Morton Community Center.Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:26:30 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/9/wl-superintendent-to-address-new-chauncey-neighborhood.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/9/wl-superintendent-to-address-new-chauncey-neighborhood.htmlLAFAYETTE Painter Jeff Klinker will give a painting demonstration in the Fowler House Garden Room from noon-4 p.m. at the Fowler House Garden Room. The title of Klinkers presentation is From Field to Finish. Attendees will be able to watch Klinker create a studio painting from a field study painted en plein aire. The demonstration is free for members. Reservations are required. For more information, e-mail glenda@glmart.org or call 742-1128. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 16:43:57 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/jeff-klinker-to-give-painting-demonstration.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/jeff-klinker-to-give-painting-demonstration.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Richard Ferguson of West Lafayette has been named chief financial officer of Wabash Center Inc., a not-for-profit organization that annually serves more than 1,800 people with disabilities or special needs.Sun, 07 Mar 2010 16:41:15 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/ferguson-named-cfo-of-wabash-center.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/ferguson-named-cfo-of-wabash-center.htmlLAFAYETTE -- It's not too early to get your child ready for school. Join Lafayette School Corporation kindergarten teachers at the Downtown Library as they share information and ideas on how to prepare your child for a successful school experience on Wednesday, March 17 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. The teachers cover topics ranging from school expectations for beginning kindergarteners, to registration requirements, and needed immunizations. Readiness handouts, booklists, and library materials are available. For more information, visit the Youth Services Department, Tippecanoe County Public Library, 627 South St.; call 429-0119; or click on www.tcpl.lib.in.us/kids. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 16:32:33 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/prepare-your-child-for-kindergarten-at-library.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/prepare-your-child-for-kindergarten-at-library.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Registration is now open for the fifth annual Stopping Child Abuse Summit on April 8, in Lafayette. Go to http://www.ourkidstippecanoe.org/ for registration information.Sun, 07 Mar 2010 16:30:31 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/registration-for-stopping-child-abuse-summit-open.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/registration-for-stopping-child-abuse-summit-open.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Think spring. It means the start of outside volunteer projects again. So keep that in mind as the weather gets nicer. The Volunteer Center would like to congratulate our February 2010 Take a Volunteer to Lunch winner Amy Wood, who volunteers at the Lafayette Crisis Center. She will receive a lunch for two at Lafayette Brewing Co.Sun, 07 Mar 2010 16:23:39 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/united-way-volunteer-column-march-5.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/united-way-volunteer-column-march-5.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Ruth Breyley attended the 2010 Avon Foundation Breast Cancer Forum as a representative of the YWCA Greater Lafayette Womens Cancer Program, after being awarded a scholarship from the Foundation.Sun, 07 Mar 2010 16:21:00 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/breyley-attends-avon-breast-cancer-forum.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/breyley-attends-avon-breast-cancer-forum.htmlLAFAYETTE -- March 20 marks the first day of Spring and Lala Gallery & Studios first ceramic workshop of the year. Chicago artist Jay Strommen will be teaching a full day workshop at Lalas studio Saturday, March 20 from 10 a.m.5 p.m.Sun, 07 Mar 2010 16:17:58 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/strommen-to-host-workshop-at-lala-gallery.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/strommen-to-host-workshop-at-lala-gallery.htmlLINDEN -- Tipmont REMC lineman Ernie Waltz is marking 50 years on the job for the electric utility. He joined Tipmont in 1960 as a ground man truck driver, then became a lineman. His work has included working on an underground line crew and serving as a foreman. Today, he operates a single-man service truck, responding to calls and requests.Sun, 07 Mar 2010 16:14:20 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/waltz-honored-for-50-years-of-service.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/waltz-honored-for-50-years-of-service.htmlLAFAYETTE The Lafayette Volleyball Academy will host several volleyball camps featuring Purdue University volleyball coach Dave Shondell beginning March 10. The camps will run March 10, 31, April 21, May 12, and June 2 with registration beginning at 7 p.m. and the camp running from 7:30-9 p.m. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 16:11:11 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/lva-features-dave-shondell-at-volleyball-camps.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/lva-features-dave-shondell-at-volleyball-camps.htmlLAFAYETTE Central Catholic advanced to the regional finals and McCutcheon to the regional semifinals as local girls basketball teams completed play last month.Sun, 07 Mar 2010 16:06:17 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/girls-hoop-roundup-mccutcheon-cc-at-regionals.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/8/girls-hoop-roundup-mccutcheon-cc-at-regionals.htmlWEST LAFAYETTE -- Miracles Fitness is raising funds for Trinity Mission during the month of March through our Biggest Loser program. Miracles is donating $10 for every individual who participates in its March Biggest Loser program and $1 for every pound lost during the program. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:59:18 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/5/miracles-fitness-plans-donations-to-trinity-mission.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/5/miracles-fitness-plans-donations-to-trinity-mission.htmlWEST LAFAYETTE -- Seven local professional writers are teaming up to present the eight-session "A Writing Sampler" during the Spring 2010 Wabash Area Lifetime Learning Association session.Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:56:36 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/5/7-writers-team-up-to-host-learning-sessions.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/5/7-writers-team-up-to-host-learning-sessions.htmlLAFAYETTE Ivy Tech Community College in Lafayette is hosting five census contests as part of the Census Day Community Celebration.Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:52:28 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/5/ivy-tech-to-host-5-census-contests-for-students.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/5/ivy-tech-to-host-5-census-contests-for-students.htmlLAFAYETTE -- While the big game itself is old news, the commercials are not: the impact of Super Bowl advertising is in full swing. According to the 200 Tippecanoe County high school students who participated in the Drug-Free Coalition of Tippecanoe County Super Bowl Survey, while alcohol ads were widely remembered, they did not place in the top three favorites among youth, as in past surveys.Wed, 03 Mar 2010 06:10:23 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/3/tippecanoe-students-pick-top-super-bowl-commercials.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/3/tippecanoe-students-pick-top-super-bowl-commercials.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Free low-income tax assistance continues at Lafayette Urban Ministry, 420 N. Fourth St., through April 15. Assistance is given Mondays and Wednesdays from 5-8 p.m., for appointment or walk-in. Appointments only on Tuesdays and Thursdays 1-4:30 p.m. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 06:10:05 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/3/free-tax-services-continue-at-lafayette-urban-ministry.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/3/free-tax-services-continue-at-lafayette-urban-ministry.htmlWEST LAFAYETTE -- Construction on Cumberland Avenue is resulting in a significant detour on route 1B Salisbury, which is expected to be in effect until mid-June. Cumberland between U.S. 52 and Yeager Road is closed to through traffic, so buses are detouring around the area.Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:35:34 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/2/cumberland-avenue-closure-forces-citybus-detour.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/2/cumberland-avenue-closure-forces-citybus-detour.htmlWEST LAFAYETTE -- Super Bowl most valuable player and New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees will host the fourth annual Brees Dream Foundation Golf Outing presented by Purdue Employees Federal Credit Union (PEFCU) on Wednesday, June 23, at the Birck Boilermaker Golf Complex.Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:32:42 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/2/brees-schedules-foundation-golf-tourney-for-june-23.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/2/brees-schedules-foundation-golf-tourney-for-june-23.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Dr. Arthur Rosen, neurologist with Heartland Neurology and professor of biological sciences at Purdue University, has been invited to participate in an international conference sponsored by PIERS (Progress In Electromagnetics Research Symposium) in Xi'an, China the third week of March.Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:29:33 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/2/dr-rosen-invited-to-present-in-china.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/2/dr-rosen-invited-to-present-in-china.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Home Hospital delivered its last babies on Feb. 25. Izelt Aricia Chavez-Cordova was born at Home Hospital at 8:23 a.m. and Yaretzi Thais Chavez-Cordova was born at 8:24 a.m., making them the last babies born at Home Hospital. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:26:44 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/2/births-mark-closing-opening-of-hospitals.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/2/births-mark-closing-opening-of-hospitals.htmlLAFAYETTE -- The City of Lafayette is extending the deadline for proposals from artists for public art within the Arts & Cultural District of downtown Lafayette. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 05:17:52 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/1/lafayette-extends-pubic-art-deadline.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/1/lafayette-extends-pubic-art-deadline.htmlLAFAYETTE -- St. Elizabeth Regional Health opened St. Elizabeth East, its new 410,000 square foot hospital last week. The new state-of-the-art facility replaces Home Hospital. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 05:15:18 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/1/st-elizabeth-east-opens-home-closes.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/1/st-elizabeth-east-opens-home-closes.htmlWEST LAFAYETTE -- Tonight, Monday, March 1, the West Lafayette City Council will vote on whether to pass an ordinance that will change the billing system of trash pickup for city residents that receive the service.Mon, 01 Mar 2010 05:13:06 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/1/west-lafayette-votes-on-trash-billing-system.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/3/1/west-lafayette-votes-on-trash-billing-system.htmlLAFAYETTE -- How can you and your organization help with the 2010 Census efforts for a complete count? There are plenty of ways. Its easy, safe, and most of all, important.Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:30:12 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/25/how-can-you-help-with-2010-census.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/25/how-can-you-help-with-2010-census.htmlBY GUNES YILMAZTUERK, SOLLE COACHING. Last night, we received terrifying news that my mother had gotten dizzy, then paralyzed, and then lost consciousness. My husband and I stayed on the phone as my sister drove behind the ambulance, explaining to us in shaky and terrified voice what had happened.Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:28:06 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/25/customer-service-is-always-important-even-at-a-hospital.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/25/customer-service-is-always-important-even-at-a-hospital.htmlMyths and Misconceptions About Hospice is March Lunch and Learn topic Carmen Balfour, R.N., CHPN, community liaison for St. Elizabeth Hospice, will present Myths and Misconceptions About Hospice at the March Lunch and Learn.Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:24:51 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/25/st-elizabeth-announces-march-educational-programs.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/25/st-elizabeth-announces-march-educational-programs.htmlLAFAYETTE -- "Scripted Fields" by Elizabeth Diaz will be her first solo exhibition at Lala Gallery & Studio, on display March 15April 10. An artist reception will be held March 19 from 6-10 p.m.Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:22:26 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/25/elizabeth-diaz-exhibition-planned-for-lala-gallery.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/25/elizabeth-diaz-exhibition-planned-for-lala-gallery.htmlINDIANAPOLIS -- Little Brownie Bakers, supplier of Girl Scout Cookies to Girl Scouts of Central Indiana, has notified the council that some Lemon Chalet Creme cookies have an off taste and smell. A list of lot codes for affected Lemon Chalet Creme cookies is available at the Little Brownie Web site at www.littlebrowniebakers.com. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:20:02 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/25/girl-scouts-cookies-under-review.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/25/girl-scouts-cookies-under-review.htmlLAFAYETTE -- For the first time in many years, a train whistle blew at 11th and Main streets in Lafayette on Monday morning, February 22. Rather than a locomotive signaling its arrival, the whistle was wooden and blown by Lafayette Mayor Tony Roswarski as he dedicated the public artwork, cRRossings.Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:40:48 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/23/art-work-highlights-lafayettes-railroad-era.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/23/art-work-highlights-lafayettes-railroad-era.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Help the Almost Home Humane Society win a grant with just a click a day. The Animal Rescue Site and Petfinder.com are offering 85 grants totaling $100,000 to eligible Petfinder.com members. To vote, just visit www.theanimalrescuesite.com/clickToGive/shelterchallenge and search for the Almost Home Humane Society, and then click vote. You will be able to vote once per day per computer. You can even sign up for Daily Click Reminders on the left side of the Animal Rescue Site Web site. Voting continues through April 18, 2010. Its a simple, quick way to aid the homeless animals of our community. The animals appreciate your support! AHHS is currently in 7th place in the state of Indiana . With your help and daily votes, AHHS has a great chance of making it to the No. 1 spot in the polls by April 18. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:35:42 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/23/vote-for-almost-home-to-win-one-of-85-grants.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/23/vote-for-almost-home-to-win-one-of-85-grants.htmlLafayette, IN -- February 22, 2010 -- Like Legos? Join us for "Afterschool Explorers" at a library near you from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. We'll supply the bricks for in-house building.Mon, 22 Feb 2010 06:31:55 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/22/afterschool-explorers-to-build-on-lessons.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/22/afterschool-explorers-to-build-on-lessons.htmlThe Tippecanoe Arts Federation announces the Region Advisory Council will convene on Saturday, March 6 at 10 a.m. at the Monticello Public Library. The public is invited to attend this meeting hosted by Monica Casanova, Advisory panel member representing White County. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 06:27:40 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/22/tippy-arts-federation-set-regional-advisory-council-meeting.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/22/tippy-arts-federation-set-regional-advisory-council-meeting.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Here are this week's volunteer needs. I hope that you can find a way to get involved. Contact me at samantha@uw.lafayette.in.us for more information about any of the following. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 06:24:15 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/22/united-way-volunteer-column-feb-22.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/22/united-way-volunteer-column-feb-22.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Through a grant that the Tippecanoe Arts Federation was awarded from Chase Bank, 11 counties and thousands of community members will receive enhanced arts and cultural experiences. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 05:56:15 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/18/counties-to-receive-grants-for-arts-federation.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/18/counties-to-receive-grants-for-arts-federation.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Summer is headed for all TCPL libraries, and with it comes the 2010 Summer Reading Club. Did you know the Teen SRC format is changing? Hear all about it Thursday, March 4 from 7:00-8:00 p.m.at the Downtown Library, as TLC and Ms. LG plan together to "Make Waves at Your Library." Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:48:01 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/18/library-makes-plans-for-summer-reading-club.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/18/library-makes-plans-for-summer-reading-club.htmlLAFAYETTE An employer forum meeting is scheduled to take place on Feb. 24 at Clarian Arnett Hospital. This month Clarian Arnett Occupational Health Services will bring together a group of professionals whose day-to-day positions handle patient care, authorizations and specialty services following a Work Comp injury. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:38:54 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/18/employee-forum-set-for-clarian-arnett.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/18/employee-forum-set-for-clarian-arnett.htmlLAFAYETTE The next Lafayette Tweetup, set for Wednesday, Feb. 24, will be part of a statewide simulcast with BlogIndiana and NWITweetup via Ustream for a presentation given by Douglas Karr. The local Tweetup will be held at Realty Executives Lafayette headquarters, 835 Main St., Suite B. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 11:10:55 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/18/lafayette-tweetup-to-include-simulcast.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/18/lafayette-tweetup-to-include-simulcast.htmlLAFAYETTE Learn what Ivy Tech has to offer at the second annual Find Your Future. Discover Ivy Tech. day on Saturday, Feb. 27 from 9 a.m.-noon. This travel themed event will take prospective students on an expedition through Ivy Tech.Thu, 18 Feb 2010 05:50:41 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/18/ivy-tech-invites-prospective-students-adults-to-find-future.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/18/ivy-tech-invites-prospective-students-adults-to-find-future.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Greater Lafayette Commerce and SCORE are partnering to offer a free workshop entitled How to Start a franchise Business from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday March 2 at the Swezey Commerce Center, 337 Columbia St. in Lafayette.Thu, 18 Feb 2010 05:45:48 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/18/become-your-own-boss-with-franchise-business.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/18/become-your-own-boss-with-franchise-business.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Horizon Oncology Center is now recruiting qualified participants for phase one of a two-part clinical research study using the investigational drug MM-121.Wed, 17 Feb 2010 05:01:15 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/17/horizon-oncology-recruiting-for-clinical-research-study.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/17/horizon-oncology-recruiting-for-clinical-research-study.htmlLAFAYETTE McCutcheon and Lafayette Central Catholic will represent the Greater Lafayette girls basketball in regional play Saturday, Feb. 20.Tue, 16 Feb 2010 12:37:12 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/16/mccutcheon-central-catholic-hoops-advance-to-regionals.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/16/mccutcheon-central-catholic-hoops-advance-to-regionals.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Clarian Arnett will host a meet and greet session with our new Riley Neonatologist, Dr. Abhay Singhal. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 12:31:28 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/12/dr-singhal-will-be-honored-at-clarian-arnett-meet-greet.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/12/dr-singhal-will-be-honored-at-clarian-arnett-meet-greet.htmlWEST LAFAYETTE -- PEFCU Trust and Financial Center, located at Purdue Employees Federal Credit Union, invites the Greater Lafayette community to attend a no-cost, no-obligation Steering Toward Retirement with IRAs seminar at 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, Feb. 25, at the Kurz Purdue Technology Building located at 3000 Kent Avenue in the Purdue Research Park in West Lafayette. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 12:28:39 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/12/pefcu-host-ira-retirement-seminar.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/12/pefcu-host-ira-retirement-seminar.htmlLAFAYETTE -- The Tippecanoe Arts Federation is requesting design proposals for a mural. The site identified for the mural is on North River Road, behind Spurlocks West Restaurant in West Lafayette. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 12:26:16 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/12/arts-federation-requesting-north-river-road-mural-proposals.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/12/arts-federation-requesting-north-river-road-mural-proposals.htmlLAFAYETTE -- The Art Museum of Greater Lafayette has again achieved accreditation by the American Association of Museums (AAM), the highest national recognition afforded the nations museums. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 12:23:11 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/12/art-museum-of-greater-lafayette-earns-accreditation.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/12/art-museum-of-greater-lafayette-earns-accreditation.htmlLAFAYETTE -- If you are interested in any of these volunteer opportunities call the United Way of Greater Lafayette at 742-9077 x 227, email samantha@uw.lafayette.in.us, or check out our website www.glvb.org.Fri, 12 Feb 2010 12:20:29 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/12/united-way-volunteer-column-feb-12.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/12/united-way-volunteer-column-feb-12.htmlLAFAYETTE -- All interested vendors are asked to attend the organizational meeting for the 2010 Lafayette Farmers Market on Tuesday, Feb. 23 at 5:30 p.m. in the council chambers in Lafayette City Hall, 20 N. Sixth St.Fri, 12 Feb 2010 12:17:39 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/12/lafayette-farmers-market-call-out-set-for-feb-23.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/12/lafayette-farmers-market-call-out-set-for-feb-23.htmlLAFAYETTE -- In February of 2009 United Way announced its partnership with FamilyWize, and plans to distribute prescription drug discount cards throughout our community. As of January 2010 the cards have been used a total of 13,820 times for a total savings of $189,507.09. Users saved an average of 28 percent or $13.71 off the cost of their medications. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:40:51 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/12/united-way-familywize-prescription-drug-cards-still-available.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/12/united-way-familywize-prescription-drug-cards-still-available.htmlLAFAYETTE -- In honor of Womens History Month, "Empower Yourself!" with healthy living at the Downtown Library. Tina Janssen from Sunshine Yoga discusses health and nutrition, clean eating for your soul, breathing, and yoga on Monday, March 1 from 7-8:30 p.m. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:34:40 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/12/library-to-celebrate-womens-history-month.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/12/library-to-celebrate-womens-history-month.htmlLAFAYETTE The U.S. Census Bureau has issued a call to action to every resident in this country, and Lafayette, West Lafayette and Tippecanoe County are gearing up to ensure that the local count helps the community get the federal funding it deserves over the next decade.Thu, 11 Feb 2010 04:42:43 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/11/census-urges-to-get-your-count-on.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/11/census-urges-to-get-your-count-on.htmlWEST LAFAYETTE -- Unpredictable. Costly. Surprising. These words may describe the credit card in your wallet as many credit card issuers change the terms of their cards, making interest rates variable and adding annual fees before new credit card legislation takes effect on Feb. 22.Wed, 10 Feb 2010 05:15:17 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/10/pefcu-talks-about-real-cost-of-credit-cards.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/10/pefcu-talks-about-real-cost-of-credit-cards.htmlLAFAYETTE Girls in grades K-12 are invited to participate in Winter Blast on Feb. 21, noon to 4 p.m., at Snapperz Family Fun and Sports at the Market Square Mall located at 2200 Elm Wood Ave., Suite B-3, in Lafayette.Wed, 10 Feb 2010 05:12:26 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/10/girl-scouts-host-winter-blast-at-snapperz.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/10/girl-scouts-host-winter-blast-at-snapperz.htmlLAFAYETTE -- The new St. Elizabeth East does not open its doors to patients until Feb. 25, but the public will get a chance to take a sneak peek at the new facility before opening day. St. Elizabeth Regional Health will host a Community Open House from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010.Wed, 10 Feb 2010 05:10:10 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/10/st-elizabeth-east-host-open-house.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/10/st-elizabeth-east-host-open-house.htmlLAFAYETTE -- At an exciting and enlightening Executive Roundtable Wednesday night (Feb. 3), current Tippy Connect president Chad Fish announced that he would be stepping down from his role with the group and Travis Brown will take over as president.Tue, 09 Feb 2010 04:32:11 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/5/brown-replaces-fish-as-president-of-tippy-connect.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/5/brown-replaces-fish-as-president-of-tippy-connect.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Make a Splash in Art, annual exhibition of K-8th grade students in Tippecanoe and surrounding counties will be on display from Feb. 19-March 28.Sun, 07 Feb 2010 12:35:44 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/7/youth-exhibit-set-for-wells-community-cultural-center.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/7/youth-exhibit-set-for-wells-community-cultural-center.htmlLAFAYETTE -- The League of Women Voters will celebrate its 90th birthday with a year-long series of brown bag lunches at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 333 Meridian, in West Lafayette. Sun, 07 Feb 2010 12:32:45 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/7/league-of-women-voters-set-brown-bag-lunch-series.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/7/league-of-women-voters-set-brown-bag-lunch-series.htmlLAFAYETTE The Lafayette Jeff girls basketball team captured the Hoosier Crossroads Conference title Saturday, Jan. 30 with a 40-29 victory over Noblesville in the Crawley Center. The Lady Bronchos, 15-5 overall, finished the HCC race with an 8-1 record, only losing to Westfield.Fri, 05 Feb 2010 07:31:43 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/1/jeff-girls-hoops-capture-hoosier-crossroads-title.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/1/jeff-girls-hoops-capture-hoosier-crossroads-title.htmlJACH NEWS SERVICE. LAFAYETTE Jennifer Isbell admits she was at the right place at the right time when Karen Benner and her husband Patrick decided to sell the Skylight Coffee House, a popular downtown landmark which serves lunches to many downtown customers and a nightly handout for college students and artists. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:19:35 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/3/isbell-takes-ownership-future-of-skylight-coffee-house.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/3/isbell-takes-ownership-future-of-skylight-coffee-house.htmlLAFAYETTE -- If you are interested in any of these volunteer opportunities call the United Way of Greater Lafayette at 742-9077 x 227, email samantha@uw.lafayette.in.us, or check out our website www.glvb.org.Wed, 03 Feb 2010 05:30:32 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/1/united-way-volunteer-column-feb-1.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/1/united-way-volunteer-column-feb-1.htmlLAFAYETTE.-- The Lafayette Symphony Orchestra will culminate a daylong lineup of free musical performances for schoolchildren and families with the annual Lollipop Family Concert at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 5, at the Long Center for the Performing Arts.Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:07:44 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/2/lso-to-perform-annual-lollipop-family-concert.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/2/lso-to-perform-annual-lollipop-family-concert.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Stormfront Productions, a full-service online media consulting agency in downtown Lafayette has beefed up its staff with the addition of three new hires.Mon, 01 Feb 2010 11:25:37 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/1/stormfront-hires-three-for-its-downtown-office.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/1/stormfront-hires-three-for-its-downtown-office.htmlLAFAYETTE The Art Museum of Greater Lafayette will host black-and-white photography printing sessions at its darkroom, 102 S. 10th St., for eight Sundays beginning Feb. 7, the museum recently announced.Mon, 01 Feb 2010 08:00:57 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/1/bw-darkroom-sessions-to-be-held-at-art-museum.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/1/bw-darkroom-sessions-to-be-held-at-art-museum.htmlBy Gunes Yilmaztuerk, Solle Coaching. We are in the first quarter of a brand new year. (Can you believe January is already over - Gasp!) There are many "new" launches that companies are engaging in - all in an effort to grow their business and their outreach. New blogs. New Fanpages. New videos. New processes.Mon, 01 Feb 2010 08:00:36 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/1/existing-customers-can-help-grow-your-business.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/1/existing-customers-can-help-grow-your-business.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Lala Gallery & Studio artist Zach Medler will be teaching two new classes at Lala, 609 Main St., this winter for adults and high school students, from Feb. 23 to April 1.Mon, 01 Feb 2010 07:54:50 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/1/medler-to-teach-two-new-classes-at-lala-gallery.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/2/1/medler-to-teach-two-new-classes-at-lala-gallery.htmlBy Gunes Yilmaztuerk, Solle' Coaching. Life sometimes gives you a lemon. Sometimes it gives you an entire bag of lemons. Sometimes you feel like you now own all the lemons in the world.Mon, 01 Feb 2010 05:24:22 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/when-life-gives-you-lemons-throw-a-tequila-party.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/when-life-gives-you-lemons-throw-a-tequila-party.htmlLINDEN, Ind. -- Tipmont REMC launched a year of giving through its Operation Round Up program this month by awarding grants totaling $15,539 to six area nonprofits. Awards are made quarterly and open to 501(c)3 groups in Clinton, Fountain, Montgomery and Tippecanoe counties. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 04:35:50 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/tipmont-remc-doles-out-15539-in-grants.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/tipmont-remc-doles-out-15539-in-grants.htmlWEST LAFAYETTE -- West Lafayette senior quarterback Daniel Wodicka and reigning Mr. Football in the state of Indiana, has been named OurTown.coms Student-Athlete of the Month. Wodicka, who was named Mr. Football by the Indiana Football Coaches Association rating board.Sun, 31 Jan 2010 08:50:51 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2009/12/21/ourtowncom-student-athlete-of-month-daniel-wodicka.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2009/12/21/ourtowncom-student-athlete-of-month-daniel-wodicka.htmlLAFAYETTE Alantae Crawford, McCutcheon High Schools leading scorer and one of the teams senior leaders, is OurTown.coms Student-Athlete of the Month for February.Sun, 31 Jan 2010 08:48:20 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/ourtowncom-student-athlete-of-the-month-alantae-crawford.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/ourtowncom-student-athlete-of-the-month-alantae-crawford.htmlLAFAYETTE Beatriz Pacheco, a student leader at Ivy Tech Community College, is OurTown.coms Student of the Month. Pacheco, nominated by Ivy Tech administrator Andrew Antonio, is a Student Ambassador at Ivy Tech and president of the colleges Latino Student Union.Fri, 29 Jan 2010 11:36:55 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/ourtowncom-student-of-the-month-beatriz-pacheco.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/ourtowncom-student-of-the-month-beatriz-pacheco.htmlLAFAYETTE The YWCA Greater Lafayette will showcase the achievements and contributions of nine local women at the annual YWCA Salute to Women Banquet on March 2 at the Purdue Memorial Union Ballrooms, 101 N. Grant Street, West Lafayette. Fri, 29 Jan 2010 08:25:40 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/ywca-will-honor-9-at-salute-to-women-banquet.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/ywca-will-honor-9-at-salute-to-women-banquet.htmlLeadership coach and Lafayette native Travis Brown of The TBI Group, partners with Tippy Connect Young Professionals to lead Lafayettes First Executive Roundtable on Leadership. This event features a panel of top community executives as they share their experience of leadership and knowledge on tough topics such as, overcoming the challenges of running companies and organizations, how you can lead in todays economy, and the crucial keys for professionals to take their career to a higher level through effective leadership.Fri, 29 Jan 2010 08:20:16 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/brown-leads-tippy-connect-executive-roundtable.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/brown-leads-tippy-connect-executive-roundtable.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Community and business leaders raised awareness of free tax preparation and banking services being offered for low and moderate income workers at Lafayette Urban Ministry through Apr. 15 during a news conference Friday, Jan. 29 at the Lafayette Urban Ministry.Fri, 29 Jan 2010 08:15:25 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/community-leaders-raise-awareness-of-local-tax-services.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/community-leaders-raise-awareness-of-local-tax-services.htmlLAFAYETTE WAZY-FM (96.5 FM) will be hosting a telethon for Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl for Kids Sake 2010 Friday, Feb. 12 from 6-10 a.m. What is the Telethon for? 100 percent of the money raised from Z96-5 WAZY's telethon will go towards Bowl for Kids' Sake 2010 goal of $60,000. All you will need to do is call in and make your donation.Fri, 29 Jan 2010 07:53:18 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/wazy-telethon-to-support-bowl-for-kids-sake.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/wazy-telethon-to-support-bowl-for-kids-sake.htmlLAFAYETTE -- From South America to Africa to Asia, circle the globe making multicultural masks. Join us from 4-5 p.m. at the Tippecanoe County/Ivy Tech Library on Wednesday, Feb. 10 or the Klondike Library, Friday, Feb. 12. Or wait until the weekend and create "mask-erpieces" at the Downtown library on Saturday, Feb. 13 at 3 p.m. Fri, 29 Jan 2010 07:43:03 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/children-focus-on-making-multicultural-masks.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/children-focus-on-making-multicultural-masks.htmlLAFAYETTE The Lafayette/West Lafayette area was named one of three officilal cultural districts by the Indiana Arts Commission. Fri, 29 Jan 2010 07:40:59 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/greater-lafayette-designated-as-cultural-district-by-iac.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/greater-lafayette-designated-as-cultural-district-by-iac.htmlLAFAYETTE - Clarian Arnett announced this week that Dr. Venkatesan Gorantla has joined its Neonatal Intensive Care Unit department in December 2009. Dr. Gorantla received his medical degree from the University of Madras. Fri, 29 Jan 2010 07:38:28 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/gorantla-joins-clarian-arnett-neonatal-intensive-care-unit.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/gorantla-joins-clarian-arnett-neonatal-intensive-care-unit.htmlWEST LAFAYETTE The Black Cultural Center at Purdue University is arranging a number of February events to celebrate Black History Month.Fri, 29 Jan 2010 05:11:05 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/black-cultural-center-celebrates-black-history-month.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/29/black-cultural-center-celebrates-black-history-month.htmlLAFAYETTE Ivy Tech Community College-Lafayette has set a record Spring semester enrollment. The colleges ten-day headcount is 9,453 a 15.4 percent increase over the Spring 2009 semester. Total full-time equivalents (FTE) rose 24.5 percent to 5,411.20 FTE.Thu, 28 Jan 2010 12:00:47 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/28/ivy-tech-enrollment-jumps-154-percent-for-spring-semester.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/28/ivy-tech-enrollment-jumps-154-percent-for-spring-semester.htmlLAFAYETTE -- The Avon Foundation Breast Care Fund has awarded a $40,000 one-year grant to the YWCA Womens Cancer Program to increase awareness of the life-saving benefits of early detection of breast cancer and to assist low-income, underserved and minority women in receiving access to free clinical breast exams and mammograms.Thu, 28 Jan 2010 06:09:32 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/28/ywca-receives-40000-grant-from-avon-foundation.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/28/ywca-receives-40000-grant-from-avon-foundation.htmlLAFAYETTE -- The United Way Board of Directors hosted its Awards Luncheon and Annual Meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 27 at The Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds. During the annual meeting, retiring board members were honored. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 06:06:46 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/28/united-way-honors-board-volunteers-at-annual-meeting.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/28/united-way-honors-board-volunteers-at-annual-meeting.htmlWEST LAFAYETTE -- Kyle Lacy, author of "TWITTER Marketing for Dummies" has partnered with the Hoosier Heartland Small Business Development Center to offer this powerful seminar from 9:30 a.m.-noon on Feb. 23.Wed, 27 Jan 2010 08:11:27 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/27/author-of-twitter-marketing-for-dummies-to-host-seminar.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/27/author-of-twitter-marketing-for-dummies-to-host-seminar.htmlLAFAYETTE St. Elizabeth Regional Health recently announced its community educational opportunities in February.Wed, 27 Jan 2010 08:11:09 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/27/st-elizabeth-announces-february-education-programs.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/27/st-elizabeth-announces-february-education-programs.htmlUPDATED Community calendar information can be sent to www.wazy.com, or editor@lwl-ourtown.com. You can also mail your information to OurTown.com, P.O. Box 513, Lafayette, IN 47902. Want to advertise on OurTown.com, write us at Wed, 27 Jan 2010 05:30:01 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2008/11/6/ourtowncom-community-calendar.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2008/11/6/ourtowncom-community-calendar.htmlLAFAYETTE -- On Saturday, March 6, animal lovers in the Greater Lafayette community are joining together at Market Square Lanes to Strike Out Suffering on behalf the injured and/or ill stray animals that find their way to the Almost Home Humane Society (AHHS) each year.Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:18:51 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/27/ahhs-announce-strike-out-suffering-bowling-event.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/27/ahhs-announce-strike-out-suffering-bowling-event.htmlLAFAYETTE -- Clarian Arnett announces and congratulate Nikki Vanscovoc for her completion and passing of the national sleep registry exam. With the completion and passing of her exam, she is now entitled to use the designation of RPSGT (Registered Polysomnographic Technologist). Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:18:25 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/27/vanscovoc-passes-national-sleep-registry-exam.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/27/vanscovoc-passes-national-sleep-registry-exam.htmlLAFAYETTE -- "Us," Jefferson High Schools Advanced Placement group exhibition, will be on display at Lala Gallery & Studio, 609 Main St., from Feb. 15March 12. An artist reception will be held Feb. 19 from 610 p.m. All artist receptions are free and open to the public.Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:14:41 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/27/exhbition-and-reception-set-for-lala-gallery.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/27/exhbition-and-reception-set-for-lala-gallery.htmlLAFAYETTE -- If you are interested in any of these volunteer opportunities call the United Way of Greater Lafayette at 742-9077 x 227, email samantha@uw.lafayette.in.us, or check out our website www.glvb.org.Sun, 24 Jan 2010 17:03:26 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/25/united-way-volunteer-column-jan-25.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/25/united-way-volunteer-column-jan-25.htmlLAFAYETTE -- The Jahari Dance Troupe is dance at its best. The troupe's movements range from early African-American experiences to today's hip-hop. Jahari will be joined by the Haraka Writers also from the Black Cultural Center on Saturday, Feb. 6 at 3 p.m. at the downtown library, 627 South St.Sun, 24 Jan 2010 17:00:35 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/25/jahari-dance-troup-to-perform-at-tippecanoe-county-public-library.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/25/jahari-dance-troup-to-perform-at-tippecanoe-county-public-library.htmlLAFAYETTE IRS-certified Ivy Tech accounting students will provide free tax help to qualified income tax filers now through April 10.Sun, 24 Jan 2010 16:58:24 GMThttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/25/ivy-tech-students-to-help-with-income-tax-forms.htmlhttp://www.ourtown.com/lafayettewestlafayettein/article/2010/1/25/ivy-tech-students-to-help-with-income-tax-forms.html