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Bluffton's Memorial Day public observation returns

Heather Amstutz Ferrao, daughter of Bob and Beverly Amstutz, will speak at Maple Grove
Posted by Fred Steiner on May 24, 2021 - 4:34pm

After a one-year absence, Bluffton will observe Memorial Day (Monday, May 31) with an in-person ceremony at the Memorial Circle at Maple Grove, following the traditional parade through the village.

Heather Amstutz Ferrao, daughter of Robert and Beverly Amstutz of Bluffton, is this year’s speaker at Maple Grove.

The parade forms at 9 a.m. at the town hall and moves out at 9:30 a.m. The Maple Grove service is at 10 a.m.

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Attention girl scouts - and those who want to join

Saturday event at village park first of two summer activities planned
Posted by Fred Steiner on May 21, 2021 - 6:15pm

Two fun events for all area girls are set with the Bluffton Girl Scouts – one takes place Saturday, and the second in early June.

From 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, at the Bluffton village park girls will complete science experiments with women mentors from science technology, engineering and mathematics careers.

“Come prepared to get your feet wet and play in the creek,” said Kelly Honse, one of the girl scout leaders.

Then, from Sunday to Wednesday, June 6-9, from 4 to 8 p.m. daily is a nature skills girl scout mini-camp for girls of all ages.

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Et Cetera won't accept donations on Friday due to street work

Posted by Fred Steiner on May 20, 2021 - 5:25pm

Due to gas line work on Washington Street near Et Cetera Shop, the street will be closed on Friday, May 21.

Because of that, Et Cetera will not be accepting donations on Friday, according to Chrissy Lugibihl, manager.

 

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Ride to Remember returns in July

Routes range from a 10-mile Fun Loop to a 63-mile Main Loop. Ride all of the loops for a total of 110 miles. Proceeds benefit Bluffton Pathways Project 
Posted by Fred Steiner on May 20, 2021 - 1:03pm

The seventh annual Ride to Remember returns after a one-year in-person absence on Saturday, July 10. The ride is sponored by the Bluffton Lions Club Foundation.

The planning committee made the decision that this event can be safely held with certain COVID-19 precautions. And for riders who are still cautious about a group event, an on-your-own virtual event, similar to last year, will also be an option.

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School athletes and technology update

Physicals for 2021-22 given on May 28
Posted by Fred Steiner on May 19, 2021 - 9:03pm

By Alex Hanna
Bluffton HS athletic director
This column was originally published in the school’s spring newsletter.

The high school and middle school sponsored seven sports in the fall season. Sports offered for athletes in high school include cheerleading, cross country, volleyball, tennis, soccer, golf, and football. Total participants for the fall season in the high school were approximately 200 students. 

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Bluffton pool aiming toward May 29 opening day

Here's all the details swimmers need
Posted by Fred Steiner on May 19, 2021 - 10:58am

According to the Bluffton Community Swimming Pool Facebook, the pool will open for the summer on Saturday, May 29.

Here is additional information swimming need to know:
Hours: Weekday Noon – 8 p.m.
Weekends: 1 – 6 p.m.
Daily admission: $4
10-punch pass (anyone can use punches): $35
Family Pass: (2 adults/3 children living together) $155
Additional Children: $15
Single Pass: $75
Senior Season Pass: $45
2-hour pool rental: $250

Rentals will not be set until the first day that the pool opens.

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