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Free movie showing of "In Transition 2.0" on Sunday

Posted by Fred Steiner on May 9, 2016 - 4:10pm

There will be a free public showing of the movie "In Transition 2.0" on Sunday, May 15, at 7 p.m.in the Bluffton town hall, third floor. The movie will be followed by discussion for anyone interested.

The Transition movement, sometimes know as "Transition Towns," is made up of
local groups around the world.

It brings communities of people together who want to create a positive and locally based response to such problems as climate change, energy shortages, economic disruption, and political dysfunction.

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2016 Barbara Fleming Memorial Nursing Scholarship winners

Posted by Fred Steiner on May 9, 2016 - 3:55pm

Vivian Nofziger (left), Kimberly Dove (right)

Vivian Nofziger and Kimberly Dove are the recipients of the 2016 Barbara Fleming Memorial Nursing Scholarship sponsored by Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio, Bluffton and Pandora (MHCO). 

Nofziger is a 2014 graduate of Pandora-Gilboa High School and is a student at Huntington (Indiana) University where she is working toward a Bachelor of Science in nursing degree.  She is the daughter of Vance and Crista Nofziger of Pandora. 

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2nd wiper free at Stratton Auto Group

Posted by Fred Steiner on May 9, 2016 - 2:42pm

This spring Stratton Auto Group is giving away free wipers.

Here's how it works. When you purchase an oil change and one new wiper you'll receive the second wiper free when you schedule an oil change and purchase one new wiper.

Mention you saw the offer on The Icon. Call 419-358-1900 to schedule your oil change.

Stratton Auto Group
North Main Street
Bluffton
419-358-1900

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Library in May: Music, barbecue, book sale, pinch pots, Skype with an author

Posted by Fred Steiner on May 8, 2016 - 3:37pm

Here are some May highlights of events planned at the Bluffton Public Library.

Musician Doug Adams will present “Peace, Love, and the Power of Song” on Monday, May 16, at 6 p.m. on BPL's main floor.

Janette Reineke, returns Thursday, May 19, at 6 p.m. for a session on Creating Pinchpots. This program is open to adults only (18+).  Learn more about pinchpots and make your own artwork piece. Registration is required by May 12, and a $10 supply fee will be due upon registration (cash only please, nonrefundable after May 13).

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First National Bank host to long-term care planning workshop

Posted by Fred Steiner on May 8, 2016 - 3:29pm

Long-term care planning is not most people’s idea of fun. It’s not just about making plans for yourself but for those around you as well. It’s easy to feel like there are more questions than answers.

• Where do you begin?
• What kind of care is needed?
• What will insurance cover?
• How much will it cost?

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Meet the viola

Posted by Fred Steiner on May 8, 2016 - 10:48am

Students in Miss Vicki's  Music Studio, Ada, were introduced to the viola recently. This viola demonstration was given by a Family Music class parent who also plays professionally.

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