January 2019

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The Bluffton Community Assistance Program's board will meet at 7 p.m., Monday, Jan. 21, according to Ed Yeager, board president.

The meeting is in the St. John's United Church of Christ, location of the program's food pantry.

Programs at Hancock Historical Museum

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The Findlay Chapter of Great Decisions will begin its second season with an introductory meeting on Sunday, Jan. 13, at 2 p.m. at the Hancock Historical Museum, W. Sandusky Street.  Anyone interested in learning more about critical issues facing America is encouraged to attend.

Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs.  The program involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching a DVD and meeting in a discussion group. 

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Burton Yost, 90, of Bluffton died on Jan. 7, 2019, at the Mennonite Memorial Home in Bluffton.  Arrangements are pending at Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton.

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Norma Sue Ackerman, 81, of Bluffton died on Jan. 7, 2019. at the Mennonite Memorial Home in Bluffton.  Arrangements are pending at Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton.

Transition Bluffton says: "bring something to swap"

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Transition Bluffton will host a Swap Night next week. The event is open to the public at no charge and will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 15, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the third floor meeting room of the Bluffton town hall

Bring new, unwanted items or gently used, no longer needed things to trade for something that you can use. Items for the swap will include:
• clothing
• small appliances
• tools
• books
• other miscellaneous items.

Bring items to trade between 6:30 and 7 p.m. Swapping begins at 7 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided.

It's what's happening in the elementary school

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Lots of things are taking place in Bluffton schools in January. Here are portions of the elementary school newsletter. The actual newsletter is attached.

FIFTH GRADE QUIZ BOWL SEASON:  Jan. 14 is the first Quiz Bowl match. All matches will be held at Shawnee Middle School. Our team members are: Ethan Blount, Jackson Bowlus, Lucy Casey, Lilly Dagani, Maizie Digby, Braylon Goings, Luke Ginther, Ellie Hartzler, Eli Jones, Nick Lovett, Emma McCall, Lyla McCall, Alayna Mueller, Landon Sehlhorst and coach, Christine McCafferty.

By taking a short survey online

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What did you think of this year's Blaze of Lights?

The Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce wants to know.

"Bluffton's Blaze is steeped in tradition, but we're always trying to make it better," said Paula Scott, chamber CEO. "We want everyone's feedback about the 2018 festival.

Your opportunity to provide feedback is in a invitation to participate in a brief survey about the Blaze.

CLICK HERE FOR THE SURVEY

Play begins Saturday at BFR.

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Bluffton Family Recreation is signing up teams for youth arena flag football starting on Jan. 12, according to Daniel Tinch, BFR executive director.

Divisions are for 5- to 7-year-olds and 8- to 10-year-olds. Games begin at 8 a.m. on Saturdays, starting Jan. 12. Games continue to Feb. 9. The next series of games is from Feb. 16 to March 16.

Cost is $200 per team. Register online or contact BFR, 215 Snider Road, 419-358-4150.

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What is it about Bluffton HS girls' basketball teams that play in a year ending in 9?

Here's the 1998-99 BHS girls' team that advanced to the state final four.

On the floor, Ashley August and Mollie McCullough.

Seated from left, Abbie Fett, Giorgi Thomann, Caity Matter, Rachel Holt.

Standing from left, Cindy Lee, assistant coach, Carrie Kindred, Tara Buroker, Abbey Schaaf, Dennis Lee, coach. Missing, Kelly Worthington.

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The Icon spotted LED FT on a red Mazda in the Ada school parking lot.

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