Schedule a visit or stop in on June 3, July 1 and August 5
The Swiss Community Historical Society has announced that tours may be scheduled now through the fall of 2023. The Schumacher Homestead, also known as the Swiss House, offers a glimpse into the lives of Swiss immigrants in an area of Allen and Putnam counties known as the Settlement during the mid 19th century.
Visitors may tour the house, summer kitchen, workshop, and barn—which are filled with original and period items—as well as the garden.
NAMI Hancock County is offering a Youth Mental Health First Aid class on June 2nd.
Often people feel helpless when they see someone is struggling and just don't know what to say to them or how to help. This is a full day training for anyone who works with, or lives with, or hangs around with youth so they can better recognize signs of a mental health issue, know what to say, and connect them to the appropriate care.
A tradition dating back to 1868 continues to bring veterans and families together across the nation and in Bluffton. The tradition, originally called Decoration Day and now known as Memorial Day, is decorating the graves of America’s war dead.
In Bluffton, the members of American Legion Post #382 understand the bond and tradition: “We invite citizens of Bluffton and surrounding communities to join us in remembering those who died for our Freedom.”
A Memorial Day Parade will start from the Bluffton Town Hall. All who wish to participate, should be at the Town Hall, 154 N. Main St., by 9:15 a.m.
May 20-21 is the Bluffton Soccer Clubs tournament for U12 & U15 divisions.
Money raised from this tournament goes to support the entire club (recreation and travel teams) for field maintenance and equipment replacement (nets, balls, goals).
Organizers rely on volunteers to help make the weekend run smoothly. Forgot to sign up? Check out volunteer opportunities on May 19-20-21 HERE.
The Village of Arlington is hosting its second annual Spring Shoptacular on Friday, May 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
There will be 45+ vendors, 7 food trucks including specialty trucks like dessert, coffee, and nuts. There are also more than 30 homes participating in Village Garage Salescheduled for the same days, May 19 and 20.
See the Icons Classifieds page for a list of garage sales.
On Wed., May 31, at 8:30 p.m., the Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District will offer SPRING MOTHS! at the MCELROY ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER (2355 Ada Rd. Lima, OH).
