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Greg's Pharmacy offers free osteoporosis and blood pressure checks Feb. 13

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 30, 2010 - 5:44pm

An osteoporosis screening and blood pressure checks is planned from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 13, at Greg's Pharmacy, Bluffton.

The free service is provided by Ohio Northern Univeristy's National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) student chapter.

"Bone density scans provided by pharmacy interns will help determine if you are at risk for osteoporosis," said Greg Conkling, of the Bluffton pharmacy.

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Let's dance on Feb. 27

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 29, 2010 - 1:05pm

Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS) and Findlay NOW Magazine will co-host Findlay's second annual Day of Dance on Saturday, Feb, 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The University of Findlay Koehler Center.

The event will combine the fun of different styles of dance, such as ballroom, line dancing, Bollywood, and Zumba, with health screenings and education on heart disease and other women's health issues. Other features will include free product samples, shopping and a fashion show.

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What's bright orange, full of vitamin C and anti-oxidants, grows in Ohio?

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 29, 2010 - 12:45pm

From: Gardener's of the Bluffton Pandora Area
Quick Quiz: What's bright orange, full of vitamin C and anti-oxidants, grows in Ohio and can be stored without refrigeration or canning?

Hint: How about if I told you it can be substituted in recipes calling for pumpkin, and comes in a large variety of color and shapes, and has funny names like: Red Eye, Hubbard, Buttercup, Butternut, Jarradale, Long Island Cheese, Sweet Dumpling, and Acorn?

Figured it out yet?
Answer: WINTER SQUASH

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Friends of the Library membership drive: Good libraries need good friends

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 29, 2010 - 12:39pm

The Friends of the Bluffton Public Library are holding a membership drive during the month of February. With a current roster of 13 active members, the Friends want to increase support for the Bluffton Public Library.

Local residents and library patrons can join the Friends by making an annual donation of $5 or more. Friends can also assist with special events, fundraising and everyday library activities.

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Girl Scouts offer chili dinner at Common Grounds Friday

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 28, 2010 - 1:28pm

Girl Scout Chili Dinner
Jan. 29, 2010
5 - 7 p.m.
Common Grounds Coffeehouse
Written By: Celeste Stauber, Grade 8

This year Troop 8 has been working on creating a healthy after school cookbook. At every GS meeting, the Troop, has been cooking and devouring some healthy snacks. So to kickoff the beginning of selling our cookbook, Troop 8 will be cooking a Chili dinner that will be sold at Common Grounds this Friday. (Jan. 29).
For more info contact Wendy Chappell-Dick 419-303-9769

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Cultural Affairs Committee launches music series

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 28, 2010 - 1:23pm

FIRST PROGRAM ALASKA STRING BAND ON FEB. 15

The Bluffton Cultural Affairs Committee has announced a new entertainment option for the community.

"We will be hosting a monthly concert series in the newly renovated third floor of the town hall," said Wendy Chappell-Dick, of the committee. "Opening the series is the Alaska String Band, on tour through the United States. This family bluegrass band will play Monday, Feb. 15 at 7 p.m."

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