Take it from someone who is experiencing her 80th (oops, now everyone knows!) Christmas season: Christmas isn't what it used to be. You've probably thought the same thing. But, before you start nodding in agreement that Christmas has gone to the dogs, read on . . .
All Star
scores bowled on : Dec.10
high game
Al Simon 300
Robert Smith-Jr 279
Mike Kelly 278
Derek Dukes 258
John Nye 258
John Dunifon 257
Mike Kelly 252
Robert Smith-Jr 249
Jeremy Parkins, graduate of Bluffton High School, will lead a half-day soccer clinic on Tuesday, Dec. 29 at BFR. Parkins leads soccer clinics for the Columbus Crew professional soccer team throughout the year.
Parkins played collegiate soccer at University of Findlay and Capital before playing for the Columbus Crew.
BFR has hosted a winter camp for almost10 years, with the date moved from February to December.
BFR will be open for informal recreation over the holidays, according to Carole Eneking, director. Except for closing early (at noon) on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve, and being closed for Christmas Day and New Year's Day, BFR will have lots of time for guests.
Non-members may use the facility without charge when visiting with a current BFR member. Open gymnasium and arena times will be available from 9 a.m.. to 9 p.m. on most days; the daily fee for non-members is $5.
7th grade Bluffton Middle School girls' basketball results:
Lost to Delphos Jefferson 28-13. Scorers for Bluffton: Lauren Parkins 5, Maddie Domer 1, Sidney Joseph 4, Kearstin Barry 1, Abbey Bryer 2 Lost to Allen East 26-14. Lauren Parkins 5, Maddie Domer 4, Olivia Sneary 1, Kearstin Barry 2, Mackayla Wilson 2 Beat USV 21-15. Lauren Parkins 10, Sidney Joseph 5, Kearstin Barry 2, Abbey Bryer 4