Oscar Velasquez, Bluffton resident artist, unveiled his 2011 Christmas work this week. The scene shows St. Mary's Catholic Church on the corner of Elm and Spring.
This is Velasquez's 10th Christmas print showing a Bluffton scene. The original work was completed in acrylic.
Copies are available in two sizes. The 16 by 20 inch size is $75 framed and $25 unframed. An 8 by 10 inch framed size is available for $25.
Velasquez will be at Deer Creek Shoppes from 3 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 26. Persons may purchased signed copies of either size of the print.
Is there such a thing as a familar dramatic role for a nine-year-old? In this case, yes, and the actor is a Bluffton elementary student.
Bluffton fourth grader Courtney McLaughlin plays the role of the main child in this weekend's 17th annual Holiday Spectacular performed at The Freed Center at Ohio Northern University.
This is the second year, in fact, that she has played this role. In last year's performance she became the first child in the performance to have her own solo.
The Bluffton Post Office provided The Icon with the 2011 holiday mailing deadlines and deadlines for sending military mail in time for the holidays.
Information is on two printer-friendly attachments at the bottom of this story. The deadline lists provided information for mail going overseas and in the United States.
Information lists Global Express, Express Mail International, Priority Mail International and First-Class mail for domestic and overseas delivery.
"Ring" in the holiday season hosted by St. John's United Church of Christ.
The Findlay Community Bell Choir will perform a concert at the church at 7 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 4, according to Rev. Carol Clements, pastor.
"If you have never heard these bells before, you will be amazed at what the choir can do with them. If you have heard them before, you will be in for a wonderful treat. We hope to see you there," she said.
During the Blaze of Lights, the Bluffton Lions Club will provide chicken barbecue dinners prepared by Harlan's of Pandora.
The dinners will be served from 4 to 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 26, at the Bluffton Elementary School. Tickets for the dinners are $7 each and are available from any Bluffton Lions Club member.
Drive in service will be available. For additional information, contact Elaine Harris at 419-358-2649.
The Cardiac Rehabilitation Program at Blanchard Valley Hospital (BVH) has received recertification from the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR).
This recertification means that Blanchard Valley Hospital's Cardiac Rehabilitation Program meets or exceeds national benchmarks set by the AACVPR. It also recognizes the program for its commitment to improving quality of life by enhancing standards of care.
The Guidance Department of Bluffton High School is sponsoring a financial aid meeting for parents of juniors and seniors who are planning to continue their education beyond high school.
The meeting will be held at the high school cafeteria on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 7 p.m.
Lawrence Matthews, Director of Financial Aid and Bluffton University, will be the presenter. He will discuss financial aid and filing the FAFSA form.
One recipe will be chosen at each CNB office to win the bowl and a $20 local grocery gift certificate. Cookbooks can be requested or you will receive one automatically when you submit a recipe.
Winners will be chosen by Dec. 2 and cookbooks will be distributed electronically by Dec. 16.
