Bluffton's reputation for being a tennis town goes back to the late 1800s. This colorized picture post card proves it. The wording on the card reads "Tennis Courts, Bluffton, Ohio." The location of these courts was along East College Avenue where the Riley View Apartments are located today. (From the collection of Fred Steiner)
Four Bluffton University music students will take their talents to a New York City stage Oct. 21.
The performers, also including Dr. Lucia Unrau, professor and chair of Bluffton's music department, will present a 7 p.m. recital that Thursday in Manhattan's Steinway Hall. A reception will follow with university President Dr. James Harder.
"Having a debut in New York City is rare as a college student, and our students are honored and grateful for this opportunity," said Unrau.
An opportunity for persons in the community who need unemployment assistance is planned at 10 a.m., Friday, July 23, at the Bluffton Senior Citizens Center.
The event is being organized by Mark Neddean of Vance Street Apartments. According to the senior citizens newsletter, the event is to help those affected by recent or long-term unemployment.
Participating in the program are representatives from Allen County Job and Family Services, YMCA and the Allen County Food Bank.
Mennonite Memorial Home is auctioning off 13 hand-made quilts on eBay. The quilts were donated by a local artist. The quilts range from wall hangings to bed spreads and quilt tops.
"Bringing the quilts to eBay has allowed a wider market for buyers to view quilts and place competitive bids," according to Julie Stratton of Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio.
Each quilt has a description and a minimum bid. Persons interested in finding the Mennonite Memorial Home quilts posted on eBay do the following:
