Dr. Sanjay Khare, professor of physics at the University of Toledo, presented the Forum, “Building a Sustainable Energy Future," on Nov. 7 in Bluffton University’s Yoder Recital Hall. Khare discussed how human civilization will need to adapt to the decline of natural resources such as fossil fuels and uranium in order to have a sustainable energy future.
Erica Littlewolf, coordinator of the Indigenous Visioning Center for Mennonite Central Committee (Central States) will bring two programs to Bluffton University on Nov. 28.
Littlewolf will present, “Doctrine of Discovery: A Living History,” during Forum at 11 a.m. in Yoder Recital Hall. During the presentation, Littlewolf, who is Northern Cheyenne, will explain how the 15th century Christian doctrine continues to shape United States policies toward Native Americans.
The library will host a free Mobile Health Clinic provided by ONU HealthWise on Nov. 15 from 3 to 5 p.m. on the lower level of the library.
What is ONU Healthwise? This program is sponsored by Ohio Northern University and employs health care providers to provide the local community with knowledge and resources to address health related concerns and to improve your health.
Bluffton High School Drama Club presents "Bedtime Stories," during two performances later this month.
The play's actual title is "Bedtime Stories (As Told by Our Dad) (Who Messed them Up). Performances are 7:30 p.m., (doors open 6:30 p.m.), Saturday, Nov. 18, and 2 p.m. (doors open 1 p.m.), Sunday, Nov., 19, in the Bluffton Middle School cafetorium.
General admission tickets are available at the door, $4 for adults and $1 for students.
The Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce is again sponsoring a residential holiday lighting contest. The judging will take place on Wednesday evening Dec. 6.
Here’s what you need to know:
Bluffton residents who want their displays to be judged must send a request to [email protected]. The e-mail request must have the family name and address listed.
The e-mail entry assures that your residence will be judged. The judges will also consider displays not formally entered.
Bluffton has received a $20,000 NatureWorks grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. The grant enables the village to replace the existing restroom at the Buckeye Park.
Vetter Lumber provides the drawings that accompany this story. Additional drawings are below.
The grant is one of the discussion points at Monday’s council meeting.
Monday’s meeting is a light agenda. The council packet is attached at the bottom of this story.
Andrew Hudgins and Erin McGraw, emeritus professors of English from The Ohio State University, will present, "Being Smarter Than You Are: A Conversation with Two Writers About Writing," at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 21, in Yoder Recital Hall.
The Forum is part of Bluffton’s 34th annual English Festival where high school students are invited to spend the day at Bluffton to interact with speakers and Bluffton English faculty.
Christine Schroeder of Healthe Habits for Living will present a free lunch and learn for seniors at noon on Tuesday, Nov. 14, at the Bluffton Senior Citizens Center, 132 N. Main St., Bluffton.
“Persons attending will learn how to become a healthier person,” said Schroeder, who holds a master’s of occupational therapy (MOT) degree from the University of Findlay.
She added that the program will focus on fitness and well-being and the ability to cope with everyday activities.
Her business is located in Ellerbrock Spine and Soft Tissue, 120 Main St., Suite A, Bluffton.
By Colton Steiner, sports information assistant Stats
After a year in Defiance, the 'Hammer' is back in its rightful home after a 33-26 Bluffton victory on Saturday, Nov. 11. The Beavers improved to 4-6 overall and 4-4 in the Heartland Conference as Defiance slipped to 2-8 and 2-6 in the HCAC. Bluffton has now won seven of its last eight against the Yellow Jackets for a 46-45-2 advantage in the all-time series.
