Amy Byers (left) and Kim Garmatter walk the track at BFR during Ohio's Healthy Fitness Day. BFR invited residents to participate in a one-mile 20-minute walk.
Two local students are participating in cross-cultural learning experiences this month through Bluffton University.
Sarah Diller, the daughter of Gordon and Jodi Diller, and Jonathan Luginbill, the son of Doug and Paula Luginbill, are both participating in a cross-cultural experience in Paraguay, May 9-26.
Just when you thought you were out of playing cards, the Bluffton Senior Center cuts you a new deck.
As a sesquicentennial fund raiser, the Center this week released a set of playing cards with historic photos of Bluffton on the faces.
Tonya Meyer, Center director, said, "There are 52 different photos of Bluffton on the faces of the cards. The photos show Bluffton through the years with pictures of churches, downtown buildings, annual events and once-in-a lifetime celebrations.
BFR, 215 Snider Road, announces a Senior Health and Fitness Day Wednesday, May 25, according to Carole Enneking, director.All events are free and open to seniors ages 55 and older. In addition to programs planned, tours are available at each location.
Events are planned in in five locations.BFR
Walking - all dayWasher game 1-2 p.m.
Tennis 1-2 p.m.Nutrition information 1-2 p.m.
Bluffton Senior Citizen CenterSholf - 9-10:30 a.m.
Wii bowling 9-10:30 a.m.Exercise class - 1:30 p.m.
Maple CrestWater exercise - 9:30-10:15 a.m.
Bluffton's next American Red Cross blood drive is from noon to 6 p.m., Thursday, June 2, at St. Mary's Catholic Church. 160 N. Spring St., Bluffton.How to donate blood
Apollo Career Center's Senior Honors Night is Thursday, May 26, at 7p.m. in the Apollo Commons.
Honors Night is Apollo Career Center's opportunity to recognize student achievement. Students who qualify receive a Passport, career-technical certificate and completion certificate. Students are also recognized for scholarships they have received and special honors.
Krysti's Music Studio has three recitals coming up. Each recital features different performers and pieces.
Recitals are held at Rockport United Methodist Church (5505 Rockport Rd, Columbus Grove address). The recitals are free and open to the public.
"Come listen to some great music and support these students who have been working so hard to prepare their pieces," said Krysti.
Krysti's Music Studio has three recitals coming up. Each recital features different performers and pieces.
Recitals are held at Rockport United Methodist Church (5505 Rockport Rd, Columbus Grove address). The recitals are free and open to the public.
"Come listen to some great music and support these students who have been working so hard to prepare their pieces," said Krysti.
Krysti's Music Studio has three recitals coming up. Each recital features different performers and pieces.
Recitals are held at Rockport United Methodist Church (5505 Rockport Rd, Columbus Grove address). The recitals are free and open to the public.
"Come listen to some great music and support these students who have been working so hard to prepare their pieces," said Krysti.
Sunday, May 22 at 4 p.m.
